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If courts kill pension reform law, state shortfall likely to worsen By SARA BURNETT The Associated Press SPRINGFIELD – With the fight over solving Illinois’ worstin-the-nation pension shortfall now headed to the courts, the financially troubled state faces a grim possibility: The plan could be tossed, and Illinois could wind

up in an even deeper fiscal hole than the one it’s in now. Legislative leaders, anticipating a legal challenge from public-employee unions once the landmark bill approved Tuesday is signed, went extra lengths to bolster the law’s odds in the courtroom – including an unusual three-page preamble to the

legislation in which they lay out their case for cutting worker and retiree benefits. But legal experts say those efforts could mean little in a state that provides some of the country’s stronger constitutional protections of pension benefits. They point to Arizona as a possible warning sign. In 2012, a

judge there said a law raising the employee contribution to pension benefits was illegal, and ordered the state to repay the money to workers – with interest. Amanda Kass, budget director and pension specialist for the Center for Tax and Budget

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Review board raises nixed County votes down pay hike By KEVIN P. CRAVER kcraver@shawmedia.com WOODSTOCK – A majority of the McHenry County Board decided that salaries for the Board of Review should not go up if the number of property tax appeals are going down. County Board members on Tuesday voted, 12-10, against a 2.75 percent salary increase for review board members for fiscal 2014, which started Sunday. The board, which consists of three members and 12 alternates, is tasked with reviewing appeals of the property assessments by which property tax bills are calculated. Mary McClellan, R-Holiday Hills, pointed out that the number of appeals fielded by the board on the assessments for next year’s property tax bills decreased to 7,000 this year from last year’s all-time high of 10,413. “There’s no need to give people salary increases to pay them for an increased workload when, in fact, that increased workload is no longer going to be there,” County Board member Diane Evertsen, R-Harvard, said. This year’s total is the second-highest number of appeals ever recorded. The proposed increase would have increased the salary of review board Chairman Clifton Haughton to $32,548, and that of regular members Mark Ruda and Sharon Bagby to $31,611. The County Board in March

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Marlowe Middle School inclusion aide Sharon Peckham assists Kiera Smith during a project that incorporates math skills at the school in Lake in the Hills. Inclusion aides are adult paraprofessionals who help students with special needs in everything from academic work to keeping lockers organized. By JEFF ENGELHARDT jengelhardt@shawmedia.com CRYSTAL LAKE – Gwen Taylor knows the day comes once every two years, but it never gets easier for her when it finally arrives. After spending two years sharing walks down the hallways, experiencing academic and social struggles and achievements and learning a little more each day

Inclusion aides provide students with one-on-one assistance about each other and perspectives on life, it is always tough for Taylor to say goodbye to her student. Taylor, an inclusion aide at Marlowe Middle School, is one of roughly 125 paraprofessionals in

Huntley School District 158 dedicated to helping special-needs students on a one-on-one basis. For two years, the aide helps with whatever is necessary, from talking with teachers to bridging

communication gaps to helping organize a locker. “It’s always hard, but you just have to trust you’ve done your job well,” Taylor said of saying goodbye to each student she helps. “It’s been so fulfilling for me. I absolutely love it. It even inspired my daughter to pursue a college degree as a special education teacher.”

“There’s no need to give people salary increases to pay them for an increased workload when, in fact, that increased workload is no longer going to be there.”

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CITY TO STUDY MUNICIPAL SPACE With plans in the works for a new aquatic center, the city of McHenry is starting to think about changes at its municipal center. The McHenry City Council approved hiring Oak Brookbased FGM Architects for $18,850 to conduct a space needs study of the building at 333 S. Green St., which was built in 1991. For more, see page B1.

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Newtown 911 calls show anguish, tension The ASSOCIATED PRESS HARTFORD, Conn. – As gunfire boomed over and over in the background, a janitor begged a 911 dispatcher to send help, saying, “There’s still shooting going on! Please!” A woman breathlessly reported seeing a gunman run down a hall. And a teacher said she was holed up in her classroom with her children but hadn’t yet locked the door. Recordings of 911 calls from last year’s Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting were released Wednesday, and they not only paint a picture of anguish and tension inside the building, they also show Newtown dispatchers mobilizing help, reassuring callers and urging them to take cover. “Keep everybody calm. Keep everybody down. Get everybody away from windows, OK?” one dispatcher told the frightened teacher who reported hearing shots in the hall. The calls were made public under a court order after a lengthy effort by The Associated Press. Prosecutors had argued that releasing the recordings would only cause more anguish for the victims’ families. The gunman, 20-year-old Adam

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A bus drives past a sign reading Welcome to Sandy Hook on Wednesday in Newtown, Conn. Recordings of 911 calls from the Sandy Hook Elementary School shootings on Dec. 14, 2012, were released Wednesday. Lanza, shot his way through a plateglass window at the front of the school on Dec. 14, 2012. The office staff saw the shooter, who was wearing a hat and sunglasses, as he entered the building with a rifle and began firing down a hallway. One of the first callers to Newtown police was a woman who said

in a trembling, out-of-breath voice: “I think there’s somebody shooting in here at Sandy Hook school.” Asked what made her think so, she said: “Because somebody’s got a gun. I caught a glimpse of somebody. They’re running down the hallway. Oh, they’re still running. They’re still shooting. Sandy Hook school, please.”

Another woman, who was shot in the foot, calmly reported that she was in a classroom with children and two other adults, but that there was no way to safely lock the door. The dispatcher told her to apply pressure to the wound. “OK, are you OK right now?” the dispatcher asked. The woman answered: “For now, hopefully.” Another call came from a custodian, Rick Thorne, who said that a window at the front of the school was shattered and that he kept hearing shooting. While on the line with Thorne, the dispatcher told somebody else: “Get everyone you can going down there.” Thorne remained on the phone for several minutes. “There’s still shooting going on! Please!” the custodian pleaded as six or seven shots could be heard in the background. “Still, it’s still going on!” Within 11 minutes of entering the school, Lanza had fatally shot 20 children and six educators with a semi-automatic rifle. Lanza also killed his mother in their Newtown home before driving to the school. He committed suicide as police closed in.

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Tech gurus help boost fast Internet in schools ARLINGTON, Va. – Needed to keep a school building running these days: Water, electricity – and broadband. Interactive digital learning on laptops and tablets is replacing traditional textbooks in many cases. Students are taking computer-based tests instead of fill-in-the bubble exams. Teachers are accessing far-off resources for lessons. Technology is changing

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Post office helping in tornado recovery By ZACH BERG The Peoria Journal Star WASHINGTON – Lost in all the wreckage of house and home is the loss of services people take for granted. One of those is the daily mail, a service that the local post office has been working hard to re-establish. The Washington Post Office became a beehive of activity since a tornado hit the central Illinois town Nov. 17. Tucked in a residential neighborhood only a block from Washington Square, the quaint brick office has had thousands of residents come in to pick up their mail daily because the tornado had either taken out everything, or service to their house had to be cut off. “Logistically, for our deliverers, clerks and our postmasters, it’s been really tough,” said Rebecca Brummitt, local customer relations coordinator for the U.S. Post Service. “But it’s also been really great. They all, along with the community, have rallied together, so it’s been really impressive to watch.” Brummitt was trying to help out as much as she could Tuesday morning. Normally working out of Peoria, she will go to any part of central Illinois that is having difficulty with mail delivery. She spent much of the morning buzzing around and talking to every visitor who came to pick up their mail. “This is the slowest it’s been in a while,” Brummitt said.

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Vote could alter governor’s race By KERRY LESTER The Associated Press SPRINGFIELD – Some longtime labor supporters chided Gov. Pat Quinn Wednesday over his legislative victory on a pension crisis he said he was “put on earth” to solve, a signal of the murky impact the landmark vote could have on next year’s Illinois governor’s race. The Democratic governor’s re-election hopes would

seem to get a boost from the Legislature’s approval Tuesday of a plan he embraced that eliminates a massive unfunded liability by cutting benefits for workers and retirees. However, there also were signs of erosion in his already complicated relationship with unions – though it wasn’t clear just how much. The single biggest contributor to Quinn’s war chest, the Service Employees International Union, told The Asso-

ciated Press that there could be “two big strikes” against endorsing Quinn for governor in November. Besides Quinn’s support for the $160 billion savings plan, he also has been under fire from the union for considering signing legislation that would alter the pensions of Chicago Park District employees. The political impact of the vote could be felt just as much in the Republican primary as any effect on Quinn. The four

candidates in the GOP primary field took vastly different approaches on pensions – at least in tone. They ranged from Sen. Bill Brady’s ardent support for the package to venture capitalist Bruce Rauner’s aggressive calls for lawmakers to vote it down. Republican state Sen. Kirk Dillard and state treasurer Dan Rutherford both spoke out against the pension plan, which passed by narrow margins.

Workers, retirees fear pension changes By TAMMY WEBBER The Associated Press CHICAGO – Teachers, welfare specialists and other public employees in Illinois are nervous about pension changes that lawmakers approved Tuesday in an attempt to resolve the state’s worst-in-thenation pension crisis. Among their bigger worries is a change in the costof-living increase, which currently is 3 percent compounded annually on their full annual benefit. Under the new plan, retirees will receive the 3 percent increases only until their annuity reaches a certain amount. That will limit their annual pension payments – dramatically in some cases – compared with what they would get under the current system. Lawmakers who supported the changes say they protect the longest-serving and lowest-income retirees while helping to resolve the state’s $100 billion pension shortfall. JoAnn Washington-Murry has spent almost 20 years as a child welfare specialist with the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, making sure that kids in foster care and institutions are not abused or neglected. Her plan was to work another five years or so, then

8STATE BRIEFS Will County workers reach tentative deal JOLIET – Hundreds of striking Will County employees were getting ready to return to work Thursday after union officials said both sides reached a tentative deal following a 16-day walkout. The deal between the suburban Chicago county and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Local 1028 was reached early Wednesday morning, said Anders Lindall, a union spokesman. About 1,000 workers – about half of Will County’s unionized employees – walked off the job Nov. 18 after 16 months of negotiations. The workers included those in the health department, nursing home, highway department, sheriff’s office, court system and jail.

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JoAnn Washington-Murry, 60, poses for a portrait Wednesday outside her office at the State of Illinois Department of Children and Family Services in Harvey. She has spent almost 20 years as a child welfare specialist. With the pension changes approved Tuesday, she’s not sure when she’ll be able to retire. retire with an expected annual benefit starting at about $25,000. Now she’s not sure she’ll be able to join her husband in retirement that soon. The couple still has about 18 years left to pay off their house, which is worth less than they owe. And with a combined mortgage and property tax payment of about $24,000 a year, they might

have to consider selling unless she keeps working longer than she wants to, Washington-Murry said. Her husband retired two years ago and is on a fixed income. “That’s the only way I can see it,” said Washington-Murry, 60, of the Chicago suburb of East Hazelcrest. Based on her projected retirement benefit and 25 years of service, she could receive a cumula-

tive $30,000 less over the next 18 years under the new pension plan, she said. “I had factored into the future,” based on the current pension system, she said. “It’s just really scary right now to think about how we are going to do this. “We might need to start looking now for another home, or I can keep working until the mortgage is paid.”

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8NATION BRIEFS U.S. in midst of week of frigid temperatures DENVER – The jet stream hunkered to the south Wednesday, promising to bring nearly a week of temperatures that could dip to 20-below in the northern midsection of the country, and forcing much of the rest of the nation to deal with unexpectedly cool weather. In Minnesota, the cold forced Salvation Army bell ringers inside and canceled holiday parties, while dense, cold air kept some lower elevations below freezing in the West. The dip in the jet stream is allowing Arctic air to plunge deeper into the United States. To add to the cold weather, AccuWeather senior forecaster Paul Walker said a new storm will likely develop in New Mexico and west Texas on Thursday and head east, bringing ice and potentially power outages.

LAX shooting suspect appears in court RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif. – The man charged with killing a Transportation Security Administration officer and wounding two other agents and a civilian during a Nov. 1 shooting rampage at Los Angeles International Airport made his first court appearance Wednesday, still showing signs of the gunshot wounds suffered when he was arrested. Paul Ciancia, 23, spoke in whispers and showed no emotion during the 10-minute hearing in the West Valley Detention Center in Rancho Cucamonga, about 45 miles east of Los Angeles. He’s being housed at the facility in federal custody.

Judge weighs merits of Utah gay marriage ban SALT LAKE CITY – A federal judge should strike down Utah’s same-sex marriage ban because the precedent has been set by the U.S. Supreme Court and discrimination has gone on long enough, an attorney for three gay couples challenging the 2004 voter-passed law argued Wednesday. During a nearly four-hour hearing in U.S. District Court in Salt Lake City, lawyer Peggy Tomsic contended marriage is a fundamental right protected by the U.S. Constitution.

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Lawyer: Engineer in ‘daze’ before crash Investigators still looking into cause of wreck The ASSOCIATED PRESS YONKERS, N.Y. – An engineer whose speeding commuter train ran off the rails along a curve, killing four people, experienced a hypnotic-like daze and nodded at the controls before he suddenly realized something was wrong and hit the brakes, a lawyer said as a federal regulator called for the railroad to make immediate safety improvements. William Rockefeller, who was operating the Met-

ro-North Railroad train, experienced a nod or “a daze,” almost like road fatigue or the phenomenon sometimes called highway hypnosis, said attorney Jeffrey Chartier, who accompanied the engineer to his interview with National Transportation Safety Board investigators Tuesday. Chartier couldn’t say how long the spell lasted. What Rockefeller remembers is “operating the train, coming to a section where the track was still clear – then, all of a sudden, feeling something was wrong,” Chartier said. “He felt something was not right, and he hit the brakes.” He called Rockefeller “a guy with a stellar record who, I believe, did nothing wrong.” “You’ve got a good guy and

an accident,” he said. “A terrible accident is what it is.” Rockefeller “basically nodded,” said Anthony Bottalico, leader of the rail employees union, relating what he said the engineer told him. “He had the equivalent of what we all have when we drive a car,” Bottalico said. “That is, you sometimes have a momentary nod or whatever that might be.” It’s too soon to say whether the accident was caused by human error, NTSB member Earl Weener said. But investigators have found no problems with the brakes or rail signals, he said. Alcohol tests on crew members were negative, and investigators are awaiting the results of drug tests, the NTSB said.

Federal investigators wouldn’t comment on Rockefeller’s level of alertness. They said late Tuesday they had removed Bottalico’s union, the Association of Commuter Rail Employees, as a participant in the investigation for publicly discussing confidential information. Joseph Szabo, head of the Federal Railroad Administration, said in a letter Tuesday that his administration and the U.S. Transportation Department “have serious concerns” following Sunday’s accident and three others that occurred in New York and Connecticut from May through July. Though a federal team has been working closely with Metro-North Railroad and its

parent agency, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Szabo said, “immediate corrective action is imperative.” The MTA said in a statement that it would work with federal agencies to improve safety, and was “conducting a comprehensive probe of the safety culture throughout the MTA.” Railroad employees were also getting expanded safety briefings. Congress had previously ordered commuter and freight railroads to install technology called positive train control, which uses electronics to monitor trains’ positions and speed and stop derailments and other problems, by the end of 2015. The technology has not been installed on Metro-North trains.

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Retiree Cecily McClellan talks to the media Tuesday outside the federal courthouse in Detroit after Judge Steven Rhodes ruled on the city’s bankruptcy filing. emergency manager, Kevyn Orr, has said two pension funds are short by $3.5 billion, about 20 percent of the $18 billion in long-term debt that the city is trying to erase at a steep discount in bankruptcy court. Retirees are even more agitated because they still don’t know how much of a real hit they could face. Orr is expected to present a plan to settle all debts by early January, a way out that still would need the judge’s blessing. Rhodes said he’ll be very sensitive to how retirees are treated, insisting he won’t “lightly or casually” approve any cut in benefits. Lightsey, 79, who worked in the water department and leads the Detroit Retired City Employees Association from her home in Southfield, said

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she doesn’t consider Rhodes’ decision this week as the last word. Orr and his team “are ledger-driven, red ink, black ink people,” she said. “Retirees did everything they were supposed to do. They were not a drain on the system. They worked. They retired. Not one penny should be touched.” Orr said he’s not heartless. He said he keeps a recording in his briefcase of uneasy retirees who spoke at a September court hearing. “No one is more aware of the hardship that this is going to cause to a number of different people than me,” Orr told radio station WWJ on Wednesday. But the reality, he added, is inescapable: “The city has no cash on hand to pay the magnitude of the debt we have.”

WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama prodded Congress to raise wages and secure the social safety net as he issued an overarching appeal Wednesday to correct inequalities that he said make it harder for a child to escape poverty. “That should offend all of us,” he declared. “We are a better country than this.” Focusing on the pocketbook issues that Americans consistently rank as a top concern, Obama argued that the dream of upward economic mobility is breaking down and that the growing income gap is a “defining challenge of our time.” “The basic bargain at the heart of our economy has frayed,” the president said in remarks at a nonprofit community center in one of Washington’s most impoverished neighborhoods. Though he offered no new initiatives, Obama blended a call for Congress to act on pending short-term economic measures with a long vision aimed at correcting a growing level of income inequality in the United States. The speech came amid public doubts over Obama’s stewardship of the economy, as his overall approval ratings sink and as he seeks

to move past the health care troubles that have consumed his presidency in recent months. He acknowledged his administration’s “poor execution” in rolling out the flawed President website that Barack was supposed Obama to be an easy portal for purchasing insurance, while blaming Republicans for a “reckless” shutdown of the government. “Nobody has acquitted themselves very well these past few months,” Obama said. “So it’s not surprising that the American people’s frustrations with Washington are at an all-time high.” Worse for Americans, he added, are their growing difficulties in trying to make ends meet no matter how hard they work. The speech coincided with growing national and international attention to economic disparities – from the writings of Pope Francis to the protests of fast-food workers in the U.S. The president cited the pope’s question of how it isn’t news when an elderly homeless person dies from exposure, but news when the stock market loses two points.

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Vice President Joe Biden (center) listens during his meeting Wednesday with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, China. Biden and Xi discussed efforts to forge a new model for relations between the major powers, but made no public comments about a Chinese air defense zone that’s caused friction in Asia.

China gives no ground to Biden in air zone dispute By JOSH LEDERMAN The Associated Press BEIJING – Giving no ground, Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. Vice President Joe Biden traded strong arguments Wednesday over China’s contentious new air defense zone, with no indication of progress toward defusing a situation that is raising anxieties across Asia and beyond. Though Biden made clear the deep concern of the U.S. and other countries during the 5½ hours of talks – themselves highly unusual for an American vice president and Chinese president – Xi vigorously made his case, too, for China’s declaration of new rules concerning a strip of airspace more than 600 miles long above disputed islands in the East China Sea. The U.S. worries that China’s demand that pilots en-

tering the airspace file flight plans with Beijing could lead to an accident or a confrontation spiraling dangerously out of control. Now it is up to the Chinese to take steps to lower tensions, and “it’s a question of behavior and action,” said a U.S. official, who briefed reporters on the private talks. The official was not authorized to be quoted by name and spoke only on the condition of anonymity. Though Biden expressed no disappointment in public remarks, the outcome of his visit was not what the U.S. might have hoped for. A day earlier, the vice president had stood shoulder to shoulder in Tokyo with the leader of Japan, China’s regional rival, pledging to raise Washington’s concerns with Xi directly. But as he arrived in Beijing, an editorial in the state-run China Daily charged Washington with “turning a

BAALBEK, Lebanon – The attackers waited in an olive grove around midnight. As the Hezbollah commander pulled into the garage of his nearby apartment building, they went in after him. Five bullets were pumped into his head and neck from a silencer-equipped pistol – an assassination that reverberated across the Middle East. The killing early Wednesday of Hassan al-Laqis, described as a member of the inner circle of Hezbollah leader Sheik Hassan Nasrallah, was the latest in a series of recent attacks against the Iranian-backed group. Hezbollah blamed Israel, which denied involvement. However, the Shiite militant group’s open support of Syr-

blind eye to Tokyo’s provocations,” warning that Biden would hit a dead end should he come “simply to repeat his government’s previous erroneous and one-sided remarks.” Late Wednesday in Washington, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel called China’s announcement of the zone “destabilizing” and complained that it had come “so unilaterally and so immediately without any consultation.” “That’s not a wise course of action to take for any country,” Hagel said at a Pentagon news conference. Neither Biden nor Xi mentioned the dispute as they appeared briefly before reporters at the end of their first round of talks. But in private, the issue came up at length at the beginning and again near the end of the long-planned meeting, senior Obama administration officials said.

shortly after Nasrallah accused Saudi Arabia of being behind the embassy bombings in a sharp escalation in rhetoric against the Sunni regional powerhouse. In a three-hour interview with a local TV station, he indirectly suggested an alliance between Israel and Saudi Arabia was trying to destabilize his group. The Saudi monarchy is engaged in a proxy war with Iran over influence in the region, and in that, Riyadh has increasingly found common ground with the Jewish state. “The assassination is another notch in tensions between Hezbollah and Saudi Arabia,” said Kamel Wazne, founder of the Center for American Strategic Studies in Beirut.

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Appeals spiked starting in 2007 tax year 7 state constitutions shield pensions • RAISES Continued from page A1 gave board members 2.5 percent raises, retroactive to December 2012, because of the workload in processing 10,000-plus appeals. The 12 alternates get a $125 per diem on days they are called in. Deadlines for property owners in all 17 townships to contest their 2013 assessments for 2014’s tax bills have long passed. The number of appeals fielded by the County Assessments Office stayed fairly consistent – between 600 and 875 – from the mid-1990s until the housing market tumbled and the Great Recession fol-

How they voted

• PENSIONS

The McHenry County Board voted Tuesday, 12-10, against raising salaries for the Board of Review. Voting no were Nick Chirikos, D-Algonquin, Sue Draffkorn, R-Wonder Lake, Diane Evertsen, R-Harvard, John Hammerand, R-Wonder Lake, John Jung, R-Woodstock, Donna Kurtz, R-Crystal Lake, Robert Martens Sr., R-Spring Grove, Mary McClellan, R-Holiday Hills, Nick Provenzano, R-McHenry, Ersel Schuster, R-Woodstock, Michael Walkup, R-Crystal Lake, and Paula Yensen, D-Lake in the Hills. Voting yes were Michele Aavang, R-Woodstock, Yvonne Barnes, R-Cary, Joe Gottemoller, R-Crystal Lake, James Heisler, R-Crystal Lake, Ken Koehler, R-Crystal Lake, Mary McCann, R-Woodstock, Anna May Miller, R-Cary, Robert Nowak, R-Cary, Carolyn Schofield, R-Crystal Lake, and Michael Skala, R-Huntley. County Board Chairwoman Tina Hill, R-Woodstock, and Sandra Fay Salgado, R-McHenry, were absent. lowed. The office received 1,173 appeals for the 2007 tax year, which doubled the next year

and almost doubled again the year after that. The number steadily increased up to last year’s high.

Director: Aide position can be thankless job Gwen Taylor, an inclusion aide at Marlowe Middle School, assists Colin Martinelli in the life skills class.

• INCLUSION Continued from page A1 Karen Alyward, director of special education for District 158, said inclusion aides have become vital to the program over the years. By law, there can be no more than eight special-needs students per teacher in a classroom, but Alyward said the district works to keep the ratio much lower to make sure individual students get the attention they need. The inclusion aides can be especially helpful when it comes to helping the students integrate with the general education students and other teachers in courses such as physical education, art and music. “In the real world, these students are going to have to interact with all different types of people,” Alyward said. “But that’s also why it is important we transition from one aide to another every two years or so.” The bond between aide and student is one reason Sharon

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Peckham decided to switch to that role. Peckham, who served as a paraprofessional in a recess and lunch supervisor role, decided to take the inclusion aide certification course at McHenry County College and has worked in that capacity for the past seven years. Peckham said each student she has served during her time has had different needs and formed different relationships with her, but it is a much closer bond than those experienced when she supervised dozens of students

at one time. “It’s a unique relationship for sure,” she said. “They all respond differently and there are always challenges, but the rewards definitely outweigh the struggles. I just love the kids.” Despite the district employing roughly 125 inclusion aides, Alyward said it is often a thankless and overlooked position as many people do not even know about the work of the aides. “They are a huge piece of the large puzzle that is education,” Alyward said.

Continued from page A1 Accountability in Chicago, predicted Illinois could see a similar outcome. “The state could owe back a huge sum of money, possibly with interest,” she said. Recent rulings across the country bring even greater unpredictability to a plan supporters described as crucial to getting Illinois on better financial footing. A bankruptcy judge in Michigan ruled Tuesday that Detroit can cut its pensions despite constitutional protections like Illinois’ – a blow to labor unions and their members. Illinois, Michigan and Arizona are among the seven states that have clauses in their state constitutions that protect pension benefits, according to the Center for Retirement Research at Bos-

ton College. The others are Alaska, Hawaii, Louisiana and New York. Illinois and New York’s protections are considered to the strongest, however, because the language expressly states that it applies to current and future benefits. “I think they’ve got a serious problem,” said Professor Ann Lousin, the Edward T. and Noble W. Lee Chair in Constitutional Law at John Marshall Law School in Chicago, speaking of the legislative leaders who were the political architects of the Illinois measure. Illinois’ unfunded pension liability is $100 billion, largely because lawmakers for decades didn’t make the state’s annual contributions to the funds. The shortfall led major credit rating agencies to downgrade Illinois to the lowest credit rating in the country. Pension payments

also grew to consume about one-fifth of the state’s general funds budget – siphoning money from education, social services and other areas. After years of failed negotiations and disagreements with labor unions over how to fix the problem, the Democrat-controlled Illinois General Assembly on Tuesday approved a plan legislative leaders say will save the state $160 billion over the next three decades and fully fund the systems by 2044. A coalition of labor unions known as We Are One Illinois stated immediately after the bill passed that it will sue if Gov. Pat Quinn signs it, which the Chicago Democrat is expected to do as early as this week. Ultimately, the measure could be a test case for the state, and any court ruling instructive for crafting future legislation.

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Thursday, December 5, 2013 • Page A7 • Northwest Herald • NWHerald.com 8OUR VIEW

8SKETCH VIEW

Reform bill a mixed bag If the pension reform bill passed Tuesday by the Illinois General Assembly was a first step in a series of reform measures still to come, we’d hail it as a small victory for taxpayers and the state. Unfortunately, we fear that in the minds of Gov. Pat Quinn, Speaker Michael Madigan and Senate President John Cullerton, this week’s reform effort is the only step, which it cannot be if Illinois is to right its fiscal ship. With a $100 billion shortfall, IlliFor the record nois has the worstfunded public While there are positive pension systems elements to a pension reform in the country. For bill that passed the General years, lawmakers Assembly, it does not go far failed to address enough to fix the state’s failing the issue as the pension systems. unfunded liability grew and ratings agencies repeatedly downgraded the state’s credit, which now is the lowest of all 50 states. Senate Bill 1, which passed by the slimmest of margins in both the House and the Senate, does begin to address some of the problems. It changes the cost-of-living adjustments that retirees receive every year. Currently, retirees receive a compounded, 3-percent increase each year on almost their full pension. Under the bill passed this week, retirees will receive COLAs on only a part of their benefit, and the COLAs will be skipped some years for new retirees. This is the bill’s biggest accomplishment. The bill slightly raises the retirement age for employees who are 45 and younger on a sliding scale. While this is a positive step, it doesn’t go far enough. Many public employees are able to retire in their 50s with full pension benefits. As Americans live longer, those benefits get more and more expensive. The bill also places a cap on the amount of salary on which a pension can be based. In 2013, the cap is about $110,000. A cap was necessary and this is a positive step, but it should be lower. In an effort to fight off a constitutional challenge, which certainly is coming, public employees will contribute 1 percent less to their retirement benefits than they do now. We think public employees should contribute more to their own retirements, not less. Like many of the lawmakers who voted against this bill, we also question the savings that proponents say it will bring. Madigan, Quinn and Cullerton say it will save $160 billion over the next 30 years. But the nonpartisan Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability was not given a chance to analyze the bill. And the $160 billion figure is based on an 8 percent annual return on the pension funds’ investments, which is unrealistic. Though Quinn won’t admit it, Tuesday’s vote all but guarantees that the temporary income tax increase imposed on Illinois workers in 2011 will become permanent. Or, worse, a push for a progressive tax will gain momentum. Either is a big loss for taxpayers. While lawmakers around the state will boast about the significance of Tuesday’s reform and think their job is done, the reality is that lawmakers did little to help right the state’s financial ship. If they were truly determined to solve the problem, they would have held this vote before Dec. 3 – the day after the current crop of lawmakers found out who they would be facing in the March primary. They would make it clear more reform is in the pipeline, and make difficult decisions that would ease the pension burden that taxpayers continue to shoulder.

8IT’S YOUR WRITE Newsletter applauded To the Editor: As we hear of heartrending events each day, I can’t help but acknowledge the little things in life that are appreciated. One of those things is information provided by the city of Crystal Lake. In their issues of the city newsletter, the appropriateness and clarity of each issue is to be applauded. Thank you to the staff for a service to all of us residents that is well done. Carolyn Schaper Crystal Lake

Restored faith To the Editor: I thought patriotism was almost dead. This letter is to thank Crystal Lake South High School for the Veterans Day program. Our daughter attended with me and my husband, a veteran of the Air Force in the Korean War. Our two grandchildren, students of CLS, also were there to honor their grandfather and all the other veterans. Besides the program, which brought tears to not only my eyes, the preparation and decorations and the behind-the-scenes work was spectacular. The students paid attention during the program, were polite and several offered their hands to my husband with a much appreciated, “thank you for

your service.” The few dignitaries who were there kept their remarks short and to the point. That was so appreciated by me as well as the students. The student involvement was so evident and so well done from greeting the veterans outside the building to offering to show me the bathroom, to their smiles and enthusiasm with the national anthem and the Pledge of Allegiance to the “thank you for coming” as we were leaving. After the program, the reception with the beautiful table decorations, the orchestra, the cookies and the “professional portrait pictures” the students offered were wonderful. The veterans got a chance to talk to each other and circulating students, teachers and staff. Thank you, CLS High School, for restoring my faith about the patriotism of the American people. Nancy Duffy Crystal Lake

Rejuvenation needed To the Editor: Centegra Hospital McHenry, formerly Northern Illinois Medical Center, in the past year or so is not the hospital that I volunteered at from 2002 through 2012. I still might be there if not for an accident in our family that changed

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my ability to continue on a scheduled basis. Today, it is losing top nurses through their choice or Centegra’s choice. Employees are despondent. Why? Top echelon, outrageous salaries from the top down need to be examined. I still keep in touch with several people there. The morale and expertise is not anything like it used to be. NIMC needs salary readjustments on all levels and a rejuvenation of attitude. The community needs to get involved to bring this once great hospital back to the high morale and standards it was once known for. David Montgomery McHenry

High taxes To the Editor: When I read about the increase in McHenry property taxes with one no vote, I knew who cast

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that one “no” vote. Sure enough, Andy Glab voted “no” on increasing McHenry city taxes. You can count on Glab to do what he believes is right. I, like most people, pay a large amount of taxes, and feel like I am going to be taxed out of existence. Many of us are retired and do not have a steady source of earned income. I like living in the fine city of McHenry, but I do not like high taxes wherever I live. Most prospective buyers ask to see property tax bills. There are two outstanding, taxfunded public school districts: fine administrators, quality teachers. I have worked in both districts and served four years on the high school board of education. The parochial schools also rank exceptional quality. Dave Boger McHenry

Illinois lawmakers pass pension reform that really isn’t SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois General Assembly on Tuesday passed a measure they contend will solve the state’s pension crisis. If only it would. The reality is it likely lays the groundwork for future tax hikes and does little to solve the state’s fiscal woes. Mind you, Illinois has the worstfunded state pension system in the nation, the worst credit rating in the country, and it is paying its bills months late. In short, Illinois is a fiscal basket case. Such a situation demands strong medicine. Instead, what we got was a placebo treatment – a sugar pill disguised as a potent remedy. At the end of the day, the savings from this bill mainly come in two forms: gradually raising government workers’ retirement age and lowering cost-of-living adjustments, or COLAs, for retirees. That’s it, folks. Union bosses already are calling these moves onerous. The reality is it is too little, far

too late. Under the legislation that Gov. Pat Quinn says he will sign, government workers still will be retiring in their 50s for many years to come. And they still will be receiving COLAs in their retirement, while most of the rest of us can look forward to retiring in our mid-60s and not receiving a dime in COLA money from our private retirement plans. And the burden of funding government workers’ early and generous retirements falls on the shoulders of those of us with private retirement plans. Three years ago, lawmakers passed a temporary 67 percent income tax increase that is slated to partially sunset in a year and a half. The money was supposed to go toward helping the state pay its bills and bring its pension systems back toward solvency. But the state pension systems are at their worst level of funding ever. And that’s despite the state tak-

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VIEWS Scott Reeder ing in more than $7.5 billion a year as a result of the tax hike. Spending went up after the increase. And even with legislative leaders’ optimistic projections, this pension “reform” bill would save the state at most $1.5 billon a year, according to Crain’s Chicago Business. So even if those rosy projections were to become reality, those same legislative leaders would have to come up with more than $3 billion annually in savings elsewhere to ensure the income tax hike partially sunsets as promised. Come 2015, I already can hear the politicians explaining away making the tax hike permanent: “Well, we tried pension reform and it just wasn’t enough …” That’s right, it’s not nearly enough.

8THE FIRST AMENDMENT

The savings, to be blunt, are picayune in comparison to the pension system’s overall fiscal woes. And the promises this new bill makes are steps in the wrong direction. For example, it empowers the pension systems to sue the state if they aren’t allocated as much money as they think they need. That’s a risky proposition for the state’s taxpayers. Illinois’ five state-run pension systems invest in stocks, bonds, real estate and other volatile securities. Some of those investments pan out, while others don’t. But guess what: under this plan, if those investments go south, the pension funds can just sue the state and make up the difference. Does anyone guarantee your 401(k) that way? I didn’t think so. But guess what: you, the taxpayer, will be guaranteeing someone else’s pension that way. Under the bill, pension funding will take a higher priority than public safety, education and any

other government program. Only paying government bonds will take priority over making pension payments. I must have missed that day in junior high civics, where we learned that the primary purpose of government is to pay debt and provide for employee pensions. During Tuesday’s debates, lawmaker after lawmaker said “this bill isn’t perfect but …” They passed the measure; legislators wanted to do something, anything to address this overwhelming problem. I wish their actions would solve the problem. But there is little doubt in my mind that future legislators will be addressing even worse pension crises because this legislation didn’t do nearly enough. The people of Illinois deserve better.

• Scott Reeder is a veteran statehouse reporter and the journalist in residence at the Illinois Policy Institute. He can be reached at sreeder@illinoispolicy.org.

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SECTION B Thursday, December 5, 2013 Northwest Herald

Breaking news @ www.NWHerald.com

News editor: Kevin Lyons • kelyons@shawmedia.com

8COMMUNITY NEWS

MAN FACES SEX ASSAULT CHARGE WOODSTOCK – A Wonder Lake man faces sexual assault charges after having a sexual relationship with a minor who was also a family member, according to the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office. Michael E. Allen, 32, was arrested Monday and charged with three felony counts of criminal sexual assault and three counts of criminal sexual abuse. The sheriff’s office received a hotline report from the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services stating that Allen was having a sexual relationship with a family member, according to a news release. The family member, also a minor, told investigators of the sexual relationship. Allen is being held at the McHenry County Jail on $100,000 bond. He is next scheduled to appear in court Thursday morning.

Space needs study planned McHenry looking to increase room at municipal center By EMILY K. COLEMAN ecoleman@shawmedia.com McHENRY – With plans in the works for a new aquatic center, the city of McHenry is starting to think about changes at its municipal center. The McHenry City Council approved hiring Oak Brookbased FGM Architects for

$18,850 to conduct a space needs study of the building. Since the municipal center was built in 1991, the police department has grown and other administrative services have consolidated, according to council documents. Sergeants are working out of a “cramped office area,” the squad room fails to meet the

needs of officers and the information technology office was expanded into a former supply storage space. The proposed aquatic center could open some space up by moving the city’s parks and recreation department into the new building. That’s why now is the time to start this process, to do the

two projects “hand-in-hand,” Deputy City Administrator Bill Hobson said. FGM Architects will provide the city with options on what it can do spacewise in the event the city moves ahead with the aquatic center or if it doesn’t, Hobson said. It also will look at security and improving customer ser-

Pet Vet takes in 22 cats

– Lawerence Synett

MAN CHARGED WITH CHILD PORN WOODSTOCK – A Woodstock man was arrested Tuesday on a child pornography charge. Francisco J. Jimenez, 22, of 2210 Applewood Lane, allegedly coerced a 15-year-old girl to send a pornographic image of herself and she complied, Woodstock Police Sgt. Jeff Parsons said. He met the girl through a social media website. Jimenez was charged with soliciting child pornography, a Class 1 felony, and enticing a child to remove clothes, a misdemeanor. He posted 10 percent of his $80,000 bond, or $8,000, and was released Wednesday morning from the McHenry County Jail.

– Chelsea McDougall

8LOCAL BEST BET

CL SCHOOL WILL HOST CRAFT SHOW A Holiday Craft Show will be from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday at Canterbury Elementary School, 875 Canterbury Drive, Crystal Lake. The event includes more than 20 vendors, pancake breakfast for $6, and take-home crafts for children who bring a canned good for donation to the Crystal Lake Food Pantry. For information, call 847-8157296.

8LOCAL DEATHS Judy L. Anderson 71, McHenry Elizabeth Chilvers 77, Green Valley, Ariz. Margaret Denker 86

Joseph M. Marsiglia 91, Algonquin Michael J. McDonough 61, Elkhorn, Wis. Lillian I. Michels 92, McCullom Lake Willard D. Smith 90, Cary George Weber 67, Lake in the Hills John M. Wozniak 97, Crystal Lake OBITUARIES on page B4

See SPACE, page B2

Algonquin refinances $7.7M in bonds Village will save over $600,000, official says By JOSEPH BUSTOS jbustos@shawmedia.com

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Susan Endres with Animal Services and Assistance Programs pets one of the 22 cats Tuesday that were rescued from Union at Pet Vet Animal Clinic. ASAP is setting up a triage at the Pet Vet to house the animals. The cats will go through medical exams and have the neccesary vaccinations and treatments at Pet Vet. ASAP is looking to find foster homes and people willing to adopt them, as well as donations to cover medical costs. The group is waiving adoption fees for the rescued cats.

Animals available for adoption at Huntley clinic By JIM DALLKE jdallke@shawmedia.com HUNTLEY – The Pet Vet Animal Clinic in Huntley is purring a little louder this week. A lot louder, actually. On Monday, Pet Vet brought in 22 cats that belonged to an elderly Union woman who was no longer able to take care of them because of her deteriorating health. The cats range in age from under a year to 22 years old, and most are in average to poor health, according to Cindy Gaffney, president of Animal Services and Assistance Programs. Gaffney, who helped connect the cats’ owner with Pet Vet, said the cats will be given health exams and are available for adoption or shortterm foster. Gaffney also expects to find at least five more cats in the house. “[The owner’s] health conditions prevented her from properly taking care of the cats,” Gaffney said. “She was overwhelmed. She was by herself and with her health issues, it became a health issue for the cats.” Most of the cats are in need of some type of medical care ranging from blood work to a cat that may

Veterinarian Deb Junkins holds one of the 22 cats Tuesday that were rescued from Union at Pet Vet Animal Clinic. have a broken jaw, Gaffney said. But most appear to have a kind temperament and are relaxing at the veterinary clinic, Gaffney said. ASAP is covering the costs of the cats’ veterinary bills and boarding fees and is supplying all the food and litter. The cats’ owner, Kim Dalleska, 61, said it was bittersweet to have to say goodbye to the cats, but she knew this would be the best decision for her feline friends.

Richard D. Hahn 58, Antioch Douglas N. Kirchhoff 60, Harvard

vice, in particular addressing the fact that there is no front desk at the municipal center, City Administrator Derik Morefield said. FGM Architects was picked for the project because the city has an existing relationship with the firm, Hobson said.

“I’m really sad about it. I’m going to miss them,” said Dalleska, who has been hospitalized with pneumonia and blood clots. “[Gaffney] offered to take care of them, and I was really happy about that. I know it’s the best for them.” Dalleska said her kitten collection began when she took in a few strays more than 20 years ago.

See CATS, page B2

ALGONQUIN – Looking to save on interest costs, the Algonquin Village Board proceeded with refinancing bonds it sold for the 2005 wastewater treatment plant expansion. The village refinanced $7.7 million in bonds, which had an interest rate of 4 percent. During the refinancing process, village officials received an interest rate of 2.53 percent, Village Manager Tim Schloneger said. The village will save about $638,000 over the life of the bonds, Schloneger said. As part of the bond process, the village’s credit rating was upgraded to AAA by Standard and Poor’s Rating Service. The AAA rating is the highest rating possible. S&P said the village had very strong budget flexibility, strong management with good financial policies and practices and very strong budgetary performance, among other things. Schloneger said that rating is a tremendous honor for the community. Previously the village’s bond rating, which is similar to a person’s credit score, was AA+. Last year, the village looked into refinancing the same set of bonds. Financial advisers ultimately suggested the refinancing be pushed back a year, said Mike Kumbera, assistant to the village manager Money to pay the debt for the $15 million wastewater treatment plant expansion in 2005 comes from the village’s home rule sales tax and development fees, Kumbera said. The plant’s capacity was expanded to meet growing residential and commercial demand and to meet future Environmental Protection Agency regulatory requirements. Kumbera said the maturity date of 2025 on the bonds would stay the same. Village Board members approved the refinancing on Tuesday.

Johnsburg pregnancy support center helps moms-in-need By EMILY K. COLEMAN ecoleman@shawmedia.com JOHNSBURG – Emma Libby was 20 years old, unsure whether her new job would last – and pregnant. Considering keeping the baby and putting him up for adoption, she and her boyfriend at the time – now her fiance – turned to 1st Way Pregnancy Support Services, an anti-abortion crisis pregnancy center in Johnsburg. Through an earn-while-learning program, Libby was able to earn “mommy dollars,” brightly colored fake money that she could use to buy baby and toddler clothing, toys and a laundry basket full of about $200 worth of baby supplies. “Having a little bit of the burden

For information In honor of its 35th anniversary, 1st Way Pregnancy Support Services is having an open house from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at its center, 2020 Johnsburg Road, Johnsburg. For information, visit mchenry1stway.org.

lifted off made me relax a little bit,” Libby said. “Everything ended up working out. ... If you ever had something else going on, they could tell you’re upset and they’ll say, ‘We can talk about this instead.’ ” “They just want to make sure you’re happy and you’re at peace with yourself so you can focus on your baby and making sure they’re good and they’re healthy.”

Even though her son, Bryce, is approaching two years of age, Libby still is attending classes at the center. Her folder full of lessons had to be upgraded to a binder. Libby is one of about 10,000 women 1st Way has helped since it started 35 years ago this Friday. The number of women helped each year has grown, especially in the last couple years because of the economy, Director Connie Freund said. “You have people coming in who have never had to ask for help,” she said, adding that women of all backgrounds come to the center – single and married, teenagers through women in their 40s. In addition to prenatal and parenting classes, 1st Way also provides free pregnancy tests, diapers and wipes,

a teen support group, mentoring, post-abortion support and information about adoption agencies and social service organizations. As early as April of next year, the center also will provide ultrasounds, said promotions assistant Judy Cocks, who will be taking over as director on Jan. 1. “The reality is if a women is pregnant, she needs to understand what that is in regards to the baby and herself. We try to give a person in that situation all the facts,” said Cocks, adding that if a women sees an ultrasound, she is less likely to have an abortion. Cocks also is hoping to expand the center’s presence in the community and get back into high schools to provide a pro-abstinence education program.

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8POLICE REPORTS

Fog on the horizon

Lake in the Hills • A wallet was reported stolen at 4:09 p.m. Friday, Nov. 29, on the 900 block of Mesa Drive. • Prescription drugs were reported stolen at 7:43 p.m. Friday, Nov. 29, on the 1400 block of Monroe St. • Donald J. Keacher, 46, 231 Village Creek Drive, Lake in the Hills, was charged Sunday, Dec. 1, with two counts of domestic battery. Richmond

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A dense fog is seen Wednesday at Three Oaks Recreation Area in Crystal Lake. The National Weather Service had issued a dense fog advisory for McHenry County and the Chicago area until 6 p.m. Wednesday.

• A residential burglary, in which a safe containing $3,000 cash, a 9 mm pistol, ammunition and 2 ounces of marijuana was stolen, was reported Friday, Nov. 29, on the 5700 block of George Street. • An attempted residential burglary was reported Saturday, Nov. 30, on the 5700 block of George Street. • A burglary to a motor vehicle, in which cash and gift cards were stolen, was reported Saturday, Nov. 30, on the 5700

8COMMUNITY CALENDAR Friday

Friday-Saturday

• 10 a.m. – “Holiday and Current Scams,” Senior Services at the McHenry Township Recreation Center, 3519 N. Richmond Road, McHenry. Presentation by representatives from the McHenry County Sheriff’s OSffice. Open discussion will follow. Information: 815-344-3555. • 6 to 9 p.m. – Open house, 1st Way Life Center, 2020 W. Johnsburg Road, Johnsburg. Pregnancy support services 35th anniversary celebration. Information: 815-3852999 or www.mchenry1stway. org. • 7 p.m. – First Friday Flicks, Community Resource Center, 620 Dakota St., Crystal Lake. Screening of “Of Two Minds” hosted by the National Alliance on mental Illness - McHenry County. Free. Information: 815-308-0851. • 7 to 10 p.m. – A Night for Matthew, VFW Post 4600, 3002 W. Route 120, McHenry. Come play bingo and help support Matthew, a 2-year-old from McHenry County born with a brain tumor. Cards start at $5 and specials start at $1. Information: 815-3854600 or www.mchenrybingo. com.

• 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. – St. John’s Mission Resale Shop, 215 Washington St., Algonquin. Featuring a variety of clothing, household, holiday, children’s items and more. Continues 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. Sponsored by St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church to benefit the community. Information: 847-658-9105. Saturday • 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. – Crystal Lake Toastmasters Club meeting, Exemplar Financial Network, 413 E. Terra Cotta Ave., Crystal Lake. Develop communication and leadership skills while having fun. Information: www.crystallake. toastmastersclubs.org. • 9 a.m. to noon – Used skate and ski sale, Main Beach, 300 Lakeshore Drive, Crystal Lake. Sell your used winter items or pick up bargains for the whole family. Items must be clean, safe and in working condition. Fee for selling: 25 percent for all items. Information: 815-459-0680, ext. 213, or www.crystallakeparks.org. • 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – “New McHenry County Health

Insurance,” Blue Lotus Temple, 221 Dean St., Woodstock. A nonprofit representative will speak and answer questions about tax credits, local health plans and expanded Illinois coverage. Information: 847-949-4440. • Noon to 4 p.m. – Scholastic Book Fair, TLC Preschool at Trinity Lutheran Church, 11008 N. Church St., Huntley. There will be a variety of books and gifts for all ages and interests. Free gift wrap with purchase. Information: 847669-5781, ext. 2. • 2 to 4:30 p.m. – Meat raffle, McHenry VFW, 3002 W. Route 120, McHenry. Joe’s Wish fundraiser to benefit Heroes in Need Fund for our military and their families. Information: 815-5751011 or www.joeswish.com. • 4 to 8 p.m. – Spaghetti with meatballs dinner, American Legion Post 1231, 1101 W. Algonquin Road, Lake in the Hills. Hosted by Sons of Lake in the Hills American Legion. Cost: $8 adults, $6 children. Information: 847-658-2010 or www.post1231.org. • 6 p.m. – Music for Mckenna, Norge Ski Clubhouse, 100 Ski Hill Road, Fox River Grove. Concert performed by Mirja Lorenz and Joel Spears to benefit

block of George Street. • Stephanie L. Crandall, 32, 5706 Broadway St., Richmond, was charged Sunday, Dec. 1, with domestic battery. Woodstock • A 16-year-old Woodstock boy was charged Monday, Nov. 4, with retail theft. • Daria Marianna Berkebile, 41, 1220 Dublin Court, Woodstock, was charged Saturday, Nov. 9, with violating an order of protection. • A 16-year-old Woodstock boy and a 17-year-old Woodstock boy were charged Sunday, Nov. 10, with theft. • Justin P. Sasman, 25, 222 S. Tryon St., Woodstock, was charged Sunday, Nov. 10, with two counts of domestic battery and resisting a peace officer. • Jordan Geoffery Schulz, 22, 1905 Oakleaf Drive, Johnsburg, was charged Sunday, Nov. 24, with two counts of domestic battery. • Ryan S. Smid, 19, 13401 Route

176, Woodstock, was charged Tuesday, Nov. 26, with possession of marijuana, possession of alcohol and loud muffler. • Bradley Phillip Hayden, 33, 11416 Route 14, Harvard, was charged Friday, Nov. 29, with retail theft and driving with a revoked license. • Edith Zepeda, 18, 3645 W. 62nd St., Woodstock, was charged Friday, Nov. 29, with retail theft. • Shawn Patrick Wolf, 50, 511 9th Ave., St. Cloud, Minn., was charged Saturday, Nov. 30, with two counts of domestic battery. • Ryan Jeffrey Ziebell, 24, 748 Leah Lane, Woodstock, was charged Saturday, Nov. 30, with retail theft and fleeing and eluding. • Eric J. Wilhoit, 28, 798 Prairie View, Woodstock, was charged Saturday, Nov. 30, with possession of marijuana and possession of marijuana with intent to deliver. • Sarah Catherine Jiworsky, 30, 74 Elmhurst St., Crystal Lake, was charged Sunday, Dec. 1, with driving under the influence, improper lane use and transportation of alcohol.

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Sunday

Continued from page B1 • 5 p.m. – Children’s Illness Hit-a-Thon, sixth annual, Players Choice Academy, 2806 Corporate Parkway, Algonquin. Hitting contest fundraiser hosted by The Algonquin Storm Travel Teams to benefit Bridget Kennicott who is fighting Batten Disease. Open to children older than 5 and adults. Silent auction. Admission: $20 donation. Information: 847-7028326 or www.thealgonquinstorm. net. • 5:30 p.m. – Free Sunday community dinner, First United Methodist Church, 3717 W. Main St., McHenry. Christmas ham dinner and large variety of desserts. No reservations needed. Information: 815-385-0931. • 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. – Shakti Shimmy, Nurture Yoga and Massage, 10327 Main St., Richmond. A belly dance-yoga workout. Cost: $15. Registration and information: 815-678-3400 or www.nurtureyoga.com.

It was among the firms interviewed when the city was looking for an architecture firm for the aquatic center project, and it prepared drafts and floor plans for the original recreation center idea in 1997 and 2002. The city was not required to go through the formal request for qualifications process because the proposal was for under $20,000. No other firms were contacted for price comparisons.

“You look for an industry leader, and you feel comfortable in what they’re going to provide you.” Bill Hobson Deputy city administrator “We had an existing relationship with that firm,” Hobson said. “It’s someone we’re comfortable with. You look for an industry leader, and you feel comfortable in what they’re going to provide you.”

No adoption fees for rescued cats • CATS Continued from page B1 “They were my babies,” she said. They’re all close to me in their own special way.” Pet Vet practice manager Karen Larsen said the cats are resting in the back of the animal hospital, and she’s been enjoying the extra purring around the clinic. “It’s kind of a rewarding sound,” Larsen said. “It means they feel comfortable in here. They are going to get a good home.” Those interested in adopting or fostering the cats, or making a donation to Animal Services and Assistance Programs, can call ASAP at 815568-2921 or visit its Facebook

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LAKEMOOR: VILLAGE BOARD TO VOTE ON LAND PURCHASE

WOODSTOCK: $5 INCREASE

Lakemoor to decide on new village hall site County Board raises By EMILY K. COLEMAN ecoleman@shawmedia.com LAKEMOOR – A site on the east side of Lakemoor might be the location of the new village hall. The Village Board is set to vote on the purchase of 3.2 acres of vacant land at 28585 W. Route 120 for $645,000 from David Krueger, who sits on the village’s Zoning Board, at its meeting Thursday evening. While the site is not near the proposed walkable town center near Lily Lake and Morrison Park in the comprehensive plan adopted this year, its location is the direction the Village Board wants

If you go The Lakemoor Village Board will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Lakemoor Police Department, 27901 W. Concrete Drive.

the development to go, Village President Todd Weihofen said. Village administration has been operating out of two leased suites at 28874 W. Route 120 since it moved out its old village hall. The old village hall, which dated back to the 1950s and was not handicapped accessible, was demolished in November. Construction of a “new municipal campus” would begin

in 2014, according to the village’s website. The Village Board also is set to move ahead with another part of its development plan at its meeting Thursday evening. It will vote on an inducement ordinance for a tax increment financing district at the intersection of Routes 120 and 12, a step the village has to take to move forward in the creation process. The village is in the process of conducting a feasibility study for the district. Public hearings and approval by other affected taxing bodies will need to take place before the district can be created. “Our main focus in these

next four years is to bring development, much needed development, so we have a sustainable tax base,” Weihofen said. “It’s unfortunate that it wasn’t developed years ago. With the economy coming back, we want to make sure we’re ahead of the curve.” The district would help the village provide infrastructure to support development, he said. TIF districts work by freezing the amount the village and other taxing bodies collect in property taxes within the district. Any increase in property taxes would be diverted to a special fund to be used for projects within the district.

KANE COUNTY: CORONER ASKING FOR ADDITIONAL FUNDS

Coroner’s 2013 funding request nears approval Lauzen, Russell clash after breakdown of freezer at morgue By ASHLEY SLOBODA asloboda@shawmedia.com GENEVA – Kane County Coroner Rob Russell’s request for an extra $88,000 for fiscal 2013 is one step away from County Board approval. The Kane County Board’s Executive Committee on Wednesday forwarded the request – which covers autopsies, toxicology expenses, overtime and fuel costs – to the board’s Tuesday meeting. The $88,000 does not include the costs of repairing a freezer that broke last week, causing two bodies stored there to decompose. Russell said the re-

pair was about $3,500. Board Chairman Chris Lauzen said he expects the item will be discussed at an upcoming Judicial and Public Safety Committee meeting. “I grieve for the human beings who had died and were under Rob’s care and suffered that indignity,” Lauzen said. He said the first-term coroner has had a year to do inventory of potential breakdowns and to conduct preventive maintenance. Funds are budgeted in 2014 for capital improvements, Lauzen said. He said the board likely would have granted a request to address the freezer sooner had Russell stepped forward with that need. Russell said he strives to give everybody who comes into his care the dignity that they deserve. But, he said,

“I grieve for the human beings who had died and were under Rob’s care and suffered that indignity.”

WOODSTOCK – The application deadline is about a month away for the District 200 Education Foundation’s 2014 Award of Excellence. The yearly award honors an individual for his or her long-term commitment and contributions to District 200 education. Nomination forms are due Jan. 7 and are available on the district’s website, www. woodstockschools.org. The district’s last three win-

By KEVIN P. CRAVER kcraver@shawmedia.com WOODSTOCK – Daily room rates for private-pay residents at Valley Hi Nursing Home will increase by $5 next year. The McHenry County Board voted Tuesday, 21-1, to approve the hike effective Jan. 1 to $215, $225 or $235 a day, depending on a patient’s needed level of care. Twenty of the nursing home’s 120plus beds are reserved for private-pay residents, with the remainder paid through Medicare or Medicaid. The vast majority of the county-run nursing home’s revenue comes from federal reimbursement and from a property tax levy paid by

CRYSTAL LAKE: ROUTE 14 CRASH

Chris Lauzen

he couldn’t predict that a compressor would break in the morgue freezer over the Thanksgiving holiday. “I don’t think there’s anybody who believes you can know when equipment is going to fail,” Russell said, noting his staff checks the equipment every day. “If it’s working fine, there’s no reason to believe it will break in an hour.” The freezer is a symptom of a larger problem with the coroner’s facilities and equipment, Russell said. “All the equipment I in-

herited is old, including the building,” he said. With various issues to address – including the purchase of an X-ray machine and a 10-year-old vehicle needing $4,000 in repairs – an evaluation must be conducted to decide which equipment should be replaced or repaired next year, Russell said. Any purchases also must take the facilities into consideration, Russell said. He would want to buy equipment that could be transferred elsewhere should his office get a new – or newer – building, he said.

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Two people were taken to the hospital Wednesday after a two-car crash on Route 14.

2 people transported to the hospital after crash By JIM DALLKE jdallke@shawmedia.com

ners, in order, are Bill Schuette, Barb Banker and Bud Swarthout. The 2014 honoree will be awarded at the foundation’s Groundhog Day Dinner and Auction on Feb. 1 at Village Hall Banquets, 8512 S. Union Road, Union.

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Bond reduction denied for McHenry man WOODSTOCK – A McHenry County Judge denied a bond reduction for a 19-year-old

McHenry man accused of having sexual contact with an underage girl. Ciriaco J. Diaz was 18 years old when he and a 12-year-old allegedly engaged in sex acts. He’s charged with predatory criminal sexual assault and child pornography. Both are Class X felonies. He has pleaded not guilty. Judge Sharon Prather on Wednesday denied a request from his attorney, Assistant Public Defender Rick Behof, to lower Diaz’s bond to $50,000.

Behof argued that his client has no prior criminal history. Prather rejected the request and Diaz remains jailed in lieu of $100,000 bond. Authorities have said the alleged victim was a “little” in the McHenry County Big Brothers Big Sisters program. Someone from that agency learned of the alleged abuse and reported it to police. Police also found nude photos of the girl on Diaz’s cell phone. His next court date is Dec. 18.

funeral home at 815-678-7311. Mary Ann Craig: The visitation will continue from 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 5, at Church of the Holy Apostles, 5211 Bull Valley Road, McHenry, until the 10:30 a.m.

Mass of Christian Burial. Burial will be in Holy Apostles Cemetery. For information, call the funeral home at 847-669-5111.

The two vehicles were involved in a rear-end collision on Route 14 near Lucas Road around 11:30 a.m. Wednesday. Two people were taken to the hospital with injuries that were not life-threaten-

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OBITUARIES JUDY L. ANDERSON Born: July 16, 1942; in Town Died: Dec. 3, 2013; McHenry

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Born July 19, 1922 in Chicago, the first born son of Lillian and Anthony Marsiglia, who Obituaries also appear online at came to the United nwherald.com/obits where you may States from Sicily. sign the guestbook, send flowers or Resident of make a memorial donation. Algonquin, formerly of Inverness and ,W eg Mt. Prospect. to pursue her passion for singing, At rest peacefully on December 3, performing in the Chequamegon Choir, the Rittenhouse Singers, and 2013 surrounded by his loving family the Immanuel Lutheran Church Army vet of WW II. He participatChoir in Cornucopia. ed in the Omaha Beach Invasion of Late in life, Peg was slowed by Normandy on D Day, June 6, 1944. ill-health but remained a gracious presence, quick to smile, especially Past Commander and Life Member of Mt. Prospect VFW Post 1337. at her great-grandchildren and the He and Joyce were married for 58 cats she loved so much. She will be years. They enjoyed traveling the greatly missed by her family and world together. her many friends. Joe started his own food brokerPeg is survived by her husband, age, and made Bertolli Brand Olive Richard; five sons, Michael (Jill), Oil a household name in America. Steve (Ellen Akins), Bill (Carla He was honored to work personally Mowers), Dick (Patricia Kennelly), and Tom(Linda Wenger). She is also with Lee Iacocca in establishing his brand of olive oil. ELIZABETH CHILVERS survived by a brother, Bill Beloved husband of Joyce M. Born: Jan. 8, 1936; Menominee, MI (Caecelia); thirteen grandchildren, Marsiglia nee Becker. Loving father Died: Nov. 21, 2013; nine great-grandchildren, numerous of Anthony (Joanne) Marsiglia, NanTucson, AZ nieces and nephews and a dear cy (Bill) Stewart, Susan (Peter) family friend, Barb Thorsen. Foreman and David (Elzbieta) MarElizabeth “Betty” Chilvers, age 77, She is preceded in death by her siglia. Cherished grandfather of of Green Valley, Arizona, passed parents, and a brother, Frank Janelle (Benjamin) Everill, Scott and away on November 21, 2013. She is (Linda). Jason Stewart; Lauren and Robert survived by her husband of almost No services are planned at this Miller; Ashleigh, Taylor and Carl 55 years, William “Bill” Chilvers. time. John Foreman; Abigail and Dominick Betty was born on January 8, 1936 Marsiglia. Dear great grandfather of in Menominee, Michigan to Louis Ashton Everill. Fond brother of and Elizabeth Lemire. She married Marge Dyson, Rosalie Hayes, Victor Bill on February 7, 1959 at St. Ann's RICHARD D. HAHN Catholic Church in Menominee. She Born: December 17, 1954; Chicago Marsiglia, Mary Lambert, Angie Corrick, and Bernard Marsiglia. Died: Nov. 30, 2013; Libertyville instilled in her daughters an indeMany nieces, nephews and dear pendent streak a mile wide. Betty is friends. survived by Bill, those four daughRichard D. Hahn, age 58, of AntiVisitation Friday 3:00 - 9:00 PM ters, Mary Chilvers (Brenda) of och, died Saturday, November 30, at Friedrichs Funeral Home, South St. Paul, Minnesota; Kelly 2013 at Advocate Condell Medical 320 W. Central Rd at Northwest Chilvers (Greg) of Bristow, Virginia; Center, Libertyville. Carolyn Chilvers of Tucson, Arizona; He was born December 17, 1954 in Hwy., Mt. Prospect. Lying in State and Margaret Chilvers of Tucson, Chicago to George and June Francis Saturday, 9:00 AM until Services 10:00 AM at St. Paul Lutheran Arizona; nephews, a niece and a (Holman) Hahn. Church, 100 S. School St., host of close friends living all over Richard had been employed as a Mt Prospect. Interment Irving Park the country. truck driver for Curran Construction Betty was preceded in death by and Skokie Valley for 25 years. The Cemetery. Memorials may be made to her parents, Louis and Elizabeth; her last year and a half, he was the proSt. Paul Lutheran Church. stepmother, Adelle; her son, prietor of RDH Trucking Company. Funeral information, William; her brother, James; her He was a member of the Interna847-255-7800 or nephew, Louis; and son-in-law, tional Brotherhood of Teamsters Lowww.friedrichsfh.com Bruce. cal 301. In lieu of flowers, please send Richard was an avid fisherman memorials to St. Elizabeth Health and had enjoyed snowmobiling. Center, 140 W Speedway Blvd, He is survived by a sister, Barbara Suite 100, Tucson, AZ 85705. Glisson of Fleming Island, Florida; MICHAEL J. and his good friends, Travis (Brooke) Rice of Spring Grove. McDONOUGH He was preceded in death by his MARGARET DENKER parents. Born: Oct. 16, 1927; Evanston, IL Michael J. McDonough; age 61 of The family will receive friends Died: Nov. 7, 2013; Herbster, WI Elkhorn, Wisconsin, died unexpectfrom 1:00 p.m. until the Memorial edly, Monday December 2, 2013 at Service at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, Margaret (Peg) Denker died on Aurora Lakeland Medical Center. December 7, 2013 at Justen Funeral November 7, 2013, bringing to a He was born in Chicago, son of Home & Crematory, 3700 W. quiet end, a life filled with music the late Hugh J. and Marillyn A. Charles J. Miller Road, McHenry, IL and laughter, and a deep love of McDonough. He was united in language, whose influence lives on 60050. marriage to the former Laurene For those wishing to send an ex“Suzy” Vycital at St. Francis in all who knew her. Her responsiDe Sales Catholic Church of ble nature and no-nonsense practi- pression of condolence, the family suggests memorials to Trout Unlim- Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, on cality were complemented by her ited, P.O. Box 7400, Woolly Bugger, June 15, 1974. kindness, warmth and wit. He's been co-owner and President These traits would serve her well WV 25438. Arrangements entrusted to Justen of Thomas Glass Inc. since 2003. through her life, and would serve all Funeral Home & Crematory. For in- Michael was a man rich with the whose lives she touched as a formation, call the funeral home at love of his family and friends. He singer, teacher, friend, wife, and especially, mother who could bring 815-385-2400, or visit was an unabashedly humble man www.justenfh.com, where friends the household to order with one that many looked up to as a leader, mentor and friend. Michael was a look (THE LOOK), and who instilled may leave an on-line condolence message for his family. man of diverse interests, he had a in her five boys a love of language and music, and a sense of propriety passion for cooking, whether it was and humor. Her genius for organizin the kitchen or standing over a ing went well beyond household grill. He was an avid reader who affairs. Whether arranging charmed DOUGLAS N. KIRCHHOFF enjoyed American history, he was evenings of musical performance in Born: July 21, 1953; Harvard also a collector of classic cars; his Died: Nov. 5, 2013; Harvard honor of Mozart's birthday or pride and joy was a "57" Chevy. He also loved the outdoors, espeorchestrating the reunion of a vast Douglas N. number of far-flung family memcially being out in his boat fishing. Kirchhoff, age 60, bers, she rose to every occasion But his true passion in life was of Harvard, passed family. He was a devoted and with an aplomb that made such away November 5, loving husband, father, grandfather feats seem effortless. 2013. He was born and will be truly missed by his wife Peg was born October 16, 1927 in on July 21, 1953, Evanston, to John and Ebba of 39 years, Sue; 4 children, Patrick in Harvard, the son of Edgar and (Anita) McDonough of Belvidere, (Hansen) McNeill. She grew up in nearby Skokie, and graduated from Frances (nee Rosenwinkel) Illinois, Christopher (Rachel) Niles Township High School in 1944. Kirchhoff. McDonough of Ellsworth, WisconDoug was a 1977 graduate of She went on to earn a BA in music sin, Jaemie (Katherine) McDonough Northern Illinois University, a paint- of Janesville, Wisconsin and Colleen at Carthage College in 1948. She married Richard Denker in August of ing contractor, a fishing enthusiast (Kurt) Swanson of Pierre, South and he enjoyed traveling. 1950, and they moved to Crystal Dakota; Six grandchildren, Ella, He is survived by three children, Lucy, Naomi, Aiden, Conner and Lake where they raised their five boys. Peg was active in her church Jayne Kirchhoff, Matthew Kirchhoff Clare; 8 Siblings, Patsy Schnyders (Kristi Cook), and Cole (Amy) of New Lenox, Illinois, James choir and in local musical and theKirchhoff. Four grandchildren, atrical productions. (Her Lady McDonough of Apollo Beach, Anthony, Michael, Parker and Bracknell was brilliant.) When her Florida, Judith (Randall) Werre of Brooklyn Kirchhoff. Two brothers, younger boys were in high school, Duluth, Georgia, Donna Jean Hanson Tom (Lisa) Kirchhoff and Wayne Peg got her teacher's certificate of Verona, Wisconsin, Thomas (Fran) Kirchhoff. and later a Masters of Education (Linda) McDonough of Apollo He was preceded in death by his and taught in the Crystal Lake Beach, Florida, Dennis (Margaret) school system until her retirement. parents, and a sister, Karen Bethke. McDonough of Pell Lake, Wisconsin, Services and interment were Starting in the 1960's, the family John McDonough of Pell Lake, spent as much time as they could at private. Wisconsin and Diane (John) Nelson Memorials may be made to his their cabin near Cornucopia, Wisof Darien, Wisconsin, and by a host consin. Lake Superior always had a favorite charity, The Arbor Day of other relatives and friends that Foundation, 100 Arbor Ave., strong attraction and when they knew him and loved him. Nebraska City, NE 68410 retired, Dick and Peg moved into He was preceded in death by his Arrangements by Fredrick Funeral parents; sister, Gail Marie their house on Bark Bay near Herbster, Wisconsin. Peg continued Home, Hampshire, IL 847-683-2711 McDonough and brother-in-law Judy L. Anderson, a resident of McHenry, passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2013, at the age of 71. She was born July 16, 1942, to Howard and Lucille Sherwood. Judy is survived by her sons, Brian (Ivette) Anderson and Howard Anderson, and her grandchildren Madeline, Gabrielle, and Sydney. She was preceded in death by parents and her husband, Robert Anderson. Friends of the family may visit Saturday, December 7, 2013 from 12:00pm until 3:00 pm with a small service commencing at 3:00pm at the Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 E. Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, donations may made to Senior Care Volunteer Network. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

8FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS • Continued from page B3 Donald J. Haas: The visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5, at Kahle-Moore Funeral Home, 403 Silver Lake Road, Cary. The funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 6, at Sts. Peter & Paul Church, Cary. Burial will be in St.

John Cemetery. For information, call 847-639-3817. Richard C. Kazimier: The visitation will be from 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 5, at the Community Church of Richmond, 5714 Broadway, Richmond, until the memorial service at 11 a.m. A Masonic Service also will be incorporated. For information,

call 815-678-7311. Betty Marie Leslie: The visitation will continue Thursday, Dec. 5, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Resurrection Church, 2918 Country Club Road, Woodstock. A funeral Mass celebration will follow at 11 a.m. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery, Woodstock.

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nough and Jacob Schnyders. Visitation will be held Thursday, December 5, 2013, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, at Haase-Lockwood & Associates Funeral Home and Crematory, 730 N. Wisconsin St., Elkhorn, WI. Memorial service will be at the funeral home Friday at 11:00 AM with Rev. Dr. Scott McLeod officiating. On-line guestbook can be found at www.haaselockwoodfhs.com.

LILLIAN I. MICHELS Born: March 7, 1921; Cicero Died: Dec. 4, 2013; Woodstock

ny s 945, a m Midwest Truckers Association, was Trucker of the Year in 1996, was a trustee at Cary Fire Department from 1982-1989, and was a member of the Cary American Legion/VFW. He was a very kind and loving husband, father, and grandfather, who enjoyed music, dancing, but most of all spending time with his family. Willard was taken care of by wonderful caregivers, which loved him very much. He will be missed very much by his family, friends, and colleagues. Willard is survived by his wife of 66 years, Virgene K.; children, Thomas Smith of Cary, James (Betty) Smith of Cary, Steven (Mary) Smith of Woodstock, Susan (Gary) Lindsley of Lake in the Hills, Sharon (Dick Ormsby) Kunz of Crystal Lake, Mariann (Greg) HoeftWerderitch of Crystal Lake, Patricia (William) Downey of Crystal Lake, and Charlie (Gale) Smith of Crystal Lake; grandchildren, Tom Smith of Merced, California, James (Karyn) Smith of Plainfield, Jeffrey (Nicky) Smith of Algonquin, Jeremy (Kristen Schnell) Smith of Cary, Steven (Megan) Smith of Crystal Lake, Bradley (Ashley) Smith of Huntley, Kristen (John) Cannon of Marengo, Tonya (Ryan Rasmussen) Reinwand of Chicago, Marty (Nicole) Kunz of McHenry, Kimberly Kunz of McHenry, Daniel Hoeft of Crystal Lake, Katie (Aaron Stout) Hoeft of Chicago, and Scott (Rachel) Carlson of Mears Silver Lake, Michigan; and 10 great-grandchildren (with two on the way). In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his granddaughter, April Reinwand; and sonsin-law, Daniel Hoeft and William Reinwand. The visitation is pending for Saturday, December 14, 2013 at the Davenport Family Funeral Home, 419 E. Terra Cotta Ave. (Route 176), Crystal Lake. The funeral service is pending for Sunday, December 15, at the funeral home. The interment will follow the service at River Valley Memorial Gardens, West Dundee. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Willard's name may be made to the Cary Fire Protection District, for the benefit of the Emergency Medical Service (please note EMS on check memo line), 400 Cary-Algonquin Rd., Cary, IL 60013. You may leave online condolences for the family at www.davenportfamily.com, or call 815-459-3411, for information.

Lillian Irene Michels, age 92, of McCullom Lake, died Wednesday, December 4, 2013 at Valley Hi Nursing Home in Woodstock, surrounded by her family. She was born March 7, 1921 in Cicero, to Joseph and Mary (Bartulis) Lekawitch. On October 6, 1948, she married Harold G. Michels at St. Mary's Catholic Church in McHenry.] Lillian was a resident of McCullom Lake for 70 years. She was a member of the McHenry Country Club and an avid golfer. She also enjoyed knitting, sewing, ceramics, painting, gardening, traveling, horseback riding, bowling, and pheasant hunting with her husband, sons and brother-in-law, Bud Michels. She is survived by eight children, Judy (the late Morry) Suson of Libertyville, Carol Michels of Richmond, Jim Michels of McCullom Lake, Jeffery (Pam) Michels of Johnsburg, Mary (Steve) Borter of McCullom Lake, Diane (Scott) Wieck of McCullom Lake, Bob Michels of McCullom Lake, Janet Landwer of McCullom Lake; thirteen grandchildren, Leah (Ron) Sklare, Bryan Suson, Dan (Kelly) Brand, Jason Brand, Kristin (Brandon) Hinga, Ryan Brand, Christopher (Jessica) Michels, Maggie Gould, Travis Gould, Kyle Gould, Kacy Gould, Molly Michels, Eric Landwer; and three great grandchildren, Logan, Sophia and Parker. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold G. Michels, on December 31, 1999; her parents; two sisters, Ann Peters and Annelle Olsen; and two brothers, Charles and Joseph Lekawitch. The family will receive friends from 9:00 a.m. until the 12:00 noon funeral blessing on Saturday, December 7, 2013 at Justen Funeral Home & Crematory, 3700 W. Charles J. Miller Road, McHenry, IL 60050. There will be a funeral Mass celebrated for Lillian at a later date. Inurnment will be private. For those wishing to send an expression of condolence, the family suggests memorial to JourneyCare, 405 Lake Zurich Road, Barrington, IL GEORGE WEBER 60010. Born: May 10, 1946; For information, call the funeral Home at 815-385-2400, or send the South Philadelphia, PA Died: Dec. 2, 2013; Lake in the Hills family an online condolence at www.justenfh.com George “Al” Weber, age 67, WILLARD D. SMITH of Lake in the Hills Born: Aug. 20, 1923; Cary passed away Died: Dec. 3, 2013; Cary December 2, 2013 after a lengthy illness. Willard Duane He was born May Smith, age 90, a lifelong resident 10, 1946 in South of Cary, peacefully Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and was passed away Tuesraised in Glassboro, day, December 3, New Jersey. The 2013, at his home. son of George and He was born Viola Weber. August 20, 1923, in He was a US Navy Cary to the late veteran and served Charles and Anna in Vietnam. He was Smith. He was united in marriage to Virgene Miller a member of the Park Ridge Masonic Lodge #0988 AF & AM, the Medion December 7, 1947, in Dundee. nah Shriners International. A three Willard was a decorated, World War II veteran, serving in the Army time patron of the Glenview Chapter #862 O.E.S., Grand Representaand receiving four, bronze battle stars. He was a second generation tive of IL in NJ, O.E.S., past president owner of W. Smith Cartage Compa- of the Worthy Patron Club of Chicany since 1945, a member of the go and Northern Illinois. He was a

go member of the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #118 and was TOPS 1999 King of Illinois. He was a Cub Scout master in Fox River Grove, and Junior Achievement Advisor while in Chicago. Al had many hobbies, but his passions were fishing and woodworking. He caught a musky that was entered into the Wisconsin record books. He enjoyed cooking and baking cheesecakes. Al enjoyed young people and never missed the Shop-With-A-Cop program during his 29 years with the McHenry County Sheriffs Dept. Al is survived by his wife of 50 years, Patricia (Goode) Weber. His two daughters, Anne (John) Falk and Mary (John) Brown. Six grandchildren, Jennifer Miller, Robyn (Robert) Mares, JC, Emma Falk, Raven Falk and Ellie Brown. Five great grandchildren; a sister, Lorella Snodgrass and his beloved baby Buttons. Besides his parents he is preceded in death by a brother, John E. Weber. Visitation will be Friday, December 6, 2013 from 4:00 until 8:00 PM with a Masonic Service at 7:00 PM at the Kahle-Moore Funeral Home, 403 Silver Lake Rd., Cary. Funeral Service Saturday, December 7, 10:00 AM at the funeral home. Burial Crystal lake Memorial Park. For information, 847-639-3817 or kahlemoore.com

JOHN M. WOZNIAK, Ph.D. John M. Wozniak Ph.D., age 97, of Skokie and Crystal Lake. Retired professor and Dean of the Loyola University School of Education; former member of the Board of Trustees of the Skokie Public Library. Born in Astoria, Long Island, to the late Michael and Mary Ann, nee Stadnik; preceded in death by Mary Agnes, nee Flood, his wife of 47 years; his brother, Joseph, and sisters, Sofie and Helen. He is survived by his sons Robert (Jana) and John (Delia), five grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren, to all of whom he was deeply devoted. Visitation Thursday, December 19, 2013, from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m., at Haben Funeral Home & Crematory, 8057 Niles Center Road, Skokie. Funeral Friday, December 20, at 10:15 a.m., from the funeral home, for Mass, 10:30 a.m., at St Peter Catholic Church, Skokie. Interment St. Peter Catholic Cemetery, Skokie. In lieu of flowers, contributions in John's name may be made to the Skokie Public Library, Attn: Carolyn Anthony, 5215 Oakton St., Skokie, IL, 60077. Funeral info: 847-673-6111 or www.habenfuneral.com.

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Chris’ Coach House, a restaurant known for its ribs that has been serving the area for more than 30 years, appears to have closed.

Coach House closes After more than 30 years, restaurant shuttered NORTHWEST HERALD CARY – Chris’ Coach House near Cary appears to have been shuttered after more than 30 years in business. The restaurant in the big red barn at 6414 Hilly Way Road was known for its ribs and was voted “Best Ribs in McHenry County” for three consecutive years, according to its website. A large stack of newspapers and a pumpkin sat outside the restaurant’s entrance Wednesday. Calls to the restaurant have gone unanswered for weeks and Chris’

Coach House was taken off the membership list of the Cary Grove Chamber of Commerce Tuesday, said Executive Director Brad Ball. Its website and Facebook page make no mention of closing, nor do signs outside the restaurant. Chris’ Coach House marked its 30th anniversary in 2012. It was named for owner Chris Chigas, who opened it in October 1981. The business was carried on by his family after his death in 2006. In August 2012, the commercial property was sold to Saranta LCC,

and in March an announcement appeared in the Northwest Herald that the restaurant was under new management and owned by Dino and Anna Sarantopoulos. Konstantinos Sarantopoulos, who is listed as the manager of Saranta LCC in state records, could not be reached for comment Wednesday. Roula Chigas filed a mortgage foreclosure suit against Saranta LCC and Agoria Inc. Nov. 5, according to court records. Earlier this year, Roula Chigas also had filed a small claims suit against Saranta LCC and Agoria Inc.

Employers step in to prevent worker burnout By DANICA KIRKA The Associated Press LONDON – Volkswagen turns off some employees’ email 30 minutes after their shifts end. Goldman Sachs is urging junior staff to take weekends off. BMW is planning new rules that will keep workers from being contacted after hours. This surge in corporate beneficence isn’t an indication that employers are becoming kinder and gentler: It’s about the bottom line. After years in which the ease of instant communication via email and smartphones allowed bosses to place greater and greater demands on white-collar workers, some companies are beginning to set limits, recognizing that successful employees must be able to escape from work. “Industry is now responding,” said Cary Cooper, a professor of organizational psychology and health at Lancaster University, who says the imperative to be constantly reachable by iPhone or tablet is taking a toll on the work delivered at the office. “Employees are turning up, but they’re not delivering anything.” After seeing colleagues lose their jobs during the Great Recession, workers are more inclined to come in to work, even when sick, surveys show. After hours, physical presence is replaced by the next best thing – a virtual one. Many employees fear switching off, instead deciding to work on vacation, during dinner and in bed with the help of smart phones, laptops and tablet computers. People also have more data than

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Quirky CEO Ben Kaufman looks at a wine and bottle opener his company markets. Kaufman created an employee “blackout week” once each quarter in which no one besides the company’s customer service representatives area allowed to work. The startup company shepherds inventions to the marketplace. ever to process – whether they ask for it or not. Information overload cost American businesses just under $1 trillion in employee time lost to needless emails and other distractions in 2010, according to Jonathan Spira, chief analyst of the New York research firm, Basex. The cost of replacing employees who leave in search of better work conditions is also a concern. A study from the Center for American Progress put the cost of turnover at just over a fifth of the employee’s salary for people making up to $75,000 a year. That goes up exponentially for

top managers, with turnover costs as high as 213 percent of salary for very highly paid positions. After worrying about trimming staff numbers during the recession, employers are focusing on how to keep those who are left from burning out. One strategy, which Goldman Sachs has been trying, is to make people feel less at risk in their jobs. That’s not easy in most companies, much less so in investment banking, infamous for its competitive environment and grueling work hours.

See BURNOUT, page B6

Services send mystery boxes of socks, action figures By ANNE D’INNOCENZIO The Associated Press NEW YORK – Sex toys. French films. Star Wars action figures. Erotic photos. What do these things have in common? They’re the gifts that keep on giving – about every month. Dozens of online subscription businesses have popped up offering to ship boxes of different goodies within a given niche or theme, like makeup or travel, each month. Most often, the exact products remain a mystery

until they’re shipped. These monthly subscriber services have gained fans among those who appreciate novelty and surprise. But as their popularity has grown, the list of products they offer has gone from ordinary (think: hair products) to really niche (think: black socks) to naughty (think: vibrators.) Overall, subscription services account for less than one percent of the nation’s $231 billion online business, excluding the movie subscription service Netflix, Forrester Re-

search estimates. But experts say they are poised to do well during the holiday season because there aren’t a lot of musthave gifts on people’s wish lists. “There’s so little that’s new to buy for the holiday season,” said Candace Corlett, president of WSL Strategic Retail, a retail consultancy. “The idea of a subscription service is fun and exciting.” Of course, shoppers have long been able to order fruit, movies or wine through monthly services. But since online sub-

scriber service Birchbox launched surprise makeup samples in 2010, there’s been an explosion of these businesses that focus on nearly every desire imaginable. Boinkboutique.com delivers vibrators and other sex toys and features plans like a $25 monthly “make out” box. Blacksocks.com, which has 60,000 subscribers, sends three pair of socks, including striped and colored versions, four times a year for $118 annually.

See SERVICES, page B6

WASHINGTON – A Federal Reserve survey released Wednesday found the U.S. economy held steady during the 16-day partial government shutdown, growing moderately in most regions from October through lateNovember. The Fed said seven of its 12 banking districts described growth as moderate. Four – Philadelphia, Chicago, Kansas City and San Francisco – said growth was modest. Boston said its regional economy continued to expand. Manufacturing strengthened in most districts, helped by more production of cars, trucks and high-tech products. Consumers boosted spending in most regions, and retailers were hopeful yet cautious about the holiday shopping season. Hiring improved in five of the districts; the other seven reported little change.

CEOs more optimistic about economy, hiring WASHINGTON – A survey of chief executives at the largest U.S. companies shows a growing number are slightly more optimistic about the economy’s prospects for the next six months and expect to boost hiring. The Business Roundtable said Wednesday that its index measuring CEO outlook rose to 84.5 in the October-December quarter. That’s up from 79.1 in the July-September quarter. The group is an association of chief executives at the 200 largest U.S. companies. Any reading above 50 suggests expansion. The survey noted that 34 percent of the executives expect their companies will increase hiring in the next six months, up from 32 percent in the previous survey. And 73 percent of those surveyed expect their company’s sales to increase, up from 71 percent in previous survey. Still, the CEOs expect the economy will grow at a subpar 2.2 percent next year, unchanged from the previous two surveys’ forecasts. “Our expectations are consistent with an economy that will continue along the path of steady, modest recovery into the first half of 2014,” said Jim McNerney, chief executive of aircraft maker Boeing Co. and the chairman of the group, in a statement.

Trade deficit drops to $40.6 billion in October WASHINGTON – The U.S. trade deficit fell in October, helped by America’s energy boom that lifted overall exports to an all-time high. The trade gap narrowed to $40.6 billion in October, the Commerce Department said Wednesday. That’s 5.4 percent lower than the September gap of $43 billion, which was higher than initially estimated. Exports rose 1.8 percent to a record $192.7 billion, buoyed by a 6 percent gain in petroleum exports. Imports rose 0.4 percent to $233.3 billion, the highest since March 2012. Oil imports rose 1.5 percent. The U.S. is benefiting from an energy revival, which has lessened its dependence on foreign oil. U.S. petroleum exports are up 9.3 percent in the first 10 months of this year compared with the same period in 2012. At the same time, petroleum imports are down 11.1 percent. The drop in oil imports has been helped by lower global prices.

– From wire reports

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Make a budget to avoid overspending on holidays If you haven’t already fallen prey to the Black Friday, Shop Local and Cyber Monday promotions on television, in the newspaper and on electronic media, there’s still time to avoid bankrupting your finances. First, determine whether you should be engaging in a shopping spree to begin with. Here’s a few questions that might help: • Do you argue at home about money? • Do you ever hide what you buy? • Have you thought seriously about filing for bankruptcy? • Do you struggle to pay the rent or mortgage? • Are you paying some bills late? • Have you used up more than 30 percent of your credit lines? • Do your debts keep you awake at night or interfere with your work? • Do you have no savings? • Are you receiving collection calls or letters? • If you were out of work, even

MONEY MATTERS Virginia Peschke temporarily, would it mean an immediate financial crisis? Answering “yes” to two or more of these questions should be a warning to avoid that spree. Old, but still valid, advice: Make a reasonable budget and stick to it. Don’t leave out items in addition to gifts, such as decorations and groceries for entertaining. Five things to remember when mall shopping: • Don’t carry your checkbook or more credit cards than you will need. Make copies, front and back, of all your credit cards and leave them in a safe place at home. If your wallet is lost or stolen you will have easy access to your account numbers and your bank’s customer service numbers to call to cancel

the cards. If possible, carry your wallet in an inside pocket of your jacket, not in your purse or back pocket. The same applies to your phone. Both are targets for thieves in the stores, when they know you are distracted. • Don’t carry lots of cash. Use ATMs when necessary to replenish your funds. • Don’t shop in a hurry or at the last minute. Set aside time for shopping after you have scanned the sales ads. This is the same for shopping online. • Never shop without a list. That will make sure you have covered what you need, but you won’t overbuy when the marketing gremlins get you. • If you are still paying off last year’s spending, don’t add to the debt load. Think about writing notes to those who are usually on your list and offer some services or special get-together times when the holiday season is over.

Keep in mind that overspending has some really bad consequences that you need to consider before going overboard during the giving season. In addition to deflating your bank balance, you’ll encounter these troublesome lingering problems going forward into 2014. Adding debt to existing debt is a real “no-no” if you are not paying off your credit cards every month. Obviously this adds to the interest due, and month after month you will be paying interest on the interest – a really bad idea. Future borrowing power will be diminished. If the need arises for new purchases or lines of credit, lenders will look at the current debt load and may deny new credit. Excessive debt, especially if it cannot be paid timely leads to lower credit scores. Applying for new credit leads to credit inquiries, which potentially lower scores, as well. Excessive debt during the holi-

day season often leads to “holiday hangover,” which, in turn, can disrupt your home and work life far into the future. Avoiding the temptation to overspend during the holiday season will make for a much more relaxed and enjoyable new year. Exercising a little spending self-control will go a long way to ease the tension of debt overload and you may find that the satisfaction and enjoyment of simple time spent with friends and loved ones, doesn’t depend on exchanging gifts that you can’t really afford. It’s a cliché, I know, but the season of giving can mean giving time and affection, not just cash. If you would like a brochure about Christmas spending to share with family or friends, call 815-3385757 to request one.

• Virginia Peschke is executive director of Consumer Credit Counseling Service of McHenry County in Woodstock.

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Shirin Majid (left) watches as her husband, Will Townsend, plays with their 9-month-old daughter, Ella Townsend, at home in New York. Majid, who works for the internet startup Quirky, is home during her company’s quarterly “blackout” week break from work. Quirky’s CEO, Ben Kaufman, makes the whole company stop working and take breaks so they don’t burn out.

Information overload can tax workers • BURNOUT Continued from page B5 To keep junior analysts from burning out in the attempt to prove their worth, the bank has decided to start hiring first-year analysts as permanent employees, instead of taking them on as contract workers. It is also encouraging them to not work weekends. “The goal is for our analysts to want to be here for a career,” said David Solomon, global head of investment banking at Goldman Sachs. “This is a marathon, not a sprint.” Work conditions in banking came under scrutiny after an intern at Bank of America Merrill Lynch in London died from an epileptic seizure that may have been brought on by fatigue. The case prompted the bank to review work conditions for junior employees. But it isn’t just the junior staff. Last month, Hector Sants, a senior executive brought in to help Londonbased Barclays bank overcome a costly scandal, re-

signed after a leave of absence due to stress and exhaustion. The chief executive officer of Lloyds Bank, Antonio Horta Osorio, took time out in 2011. The CEO AkzoNobel, a Dutch paint and coatings company, did the same last year. “The HR people now talk about regrettable turnover. We cannot afford to lose our best people because we have fewer people,” said Cooper, the professor. “We will lose them to companies with better work/life balance, where they don’t have to work 19hour days.” Though technology has helped boost worker productivity over the past few decades, it has come with related costs, like stress. Technology, for example, is eliminating the downtime or slack that used to be built into the day – such as the time one took going to the library to do research that can now be completed online, says Edward Tenner, author of “Why Things Bite Back: Technology and the Revenge of Unintended Consequences.” Those minutes used to act as a buf-

fer that prevented people from working constantly. Though physical exhaustion in traditional enterprises was bad, conflicting mental demands can be more problematic, Tenner says, particularly in the United States, where professional workers often don’t have union contracts or the same legal overtime protection as hourly workers do. “So it’s as the Red Queen said in ‘Through the LookingGlass,’ it takes all the running you can do to keep in the same place,” Tenner said. Companies haven’t yet come to grips with how bad it is, said Spira, the analyst. Information overload has decreased people’s ability to manage thoughts and ideas. Fixing it means changing company culture – such as the idea that dozens of people need to be cc-ed on a given email. “Almost every organization is burying its head in the sand,” said Spira, the author of “Overload!: How Too Much Information is Hazardous to Your Organization.”

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dozen subscribers have signed up for the service since it launched last year, and he insists it’s striking a chord with voyeurs and amorous couples. “It’s a novelty to get beautiful prints in the mail,” he said. The novelty of subscriber services, in general, are resonating with people like Moire K. Tivenan, 28, who was stumped on what to get as Christmas gifts for her family – until she found subscription services. She wound up getting her 21-year-old brother a subscription to Birchbox for men’s grooming products like shaving cream for $20 a month. She signed up for My Ireland Box, a box of goodies and crafts from Ireland such as shamrock oven gloves for a $150 three-month subscription, for her mother. And for her 24-year old brother, she turned to Nerd-

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BEARS LEND HELPING HAND TO TORNADO VICTIMS

Gould organizes relief trip to Washington Thirteen teammates join Bears kicker on goodwill mission By PATRICK FINLEY pfinley@suntimes.com WASHINGTON – The wooden cub holding a “Go Bears” sign was bought four years ago, a wink-and-a-nod agreement with a Packers partisan selling tchotchkes in Wisconsin Dells. They named him Georgie, after Halas, and brought him home to a quiet street on Dorchester Court in Washington. He still was there Wednesday, only his left ear damaged, while most of the house was reduced to rubble by the Nov. 17 tornado. “I’m not sure I’ll ever fix AP photo him,” Duke Faklaris, standing Standing alongside tornado wreckage Wednesday in Washington, Bears kicker Robbie Gould (wearing a in front of his ravaged house, white hat) receives a baby outfit for his new-born son from Jan Briney, whose own grandson’s house was said Wednesday. “It’s a medestroyed by the tornado. Members of the Bears traveled to Washington to show their support and clear mento.” Minutes later, 14 capital-B debris and visit with high school students after an EF4 tornado ravaged the town last month.

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Bears walked past Faklaris’ home and down his street, staring wide-eyed at the devastation, and looking for ways to help. The team’s most maligned player this week was the reason they were here. It was placekicker Robbie Gould who, hours after kicking the game-winning field goal against the Ravens the day of the storm, began to organize a trip to Washington. And it was Gould who insisted on coming Wednesday, four days after his first child was born. And four days, too, after missing a game-winning 47-yard kick in Minneapolis that damaged the Bears’ playoff aspirations. Ask why he’s here, and he gives a simple answer. “Why not?” Gould said.

He’s not sleeping much these days, helping wife Lauren with their son. “Between that, and missing a game-winning field goal that I’m still pretty upset about,” he said. “I’m ready to get back to practice and hit that first field goal [Thursday] afternoon.” When the team landed Sunday night, he went to the hospital to see his child. “It was awesome,” he said. “It put it in perspective, that I made the first field goal.” The last field goal, he won’t remember, and eventually I won’t remember it either.” That day won’t be soon. Helping to carry rubble from front yards to the street, linebacker Blake Costanzo found a squishy Saints football and threw it to Gould. He took a few steps and punted it back. “I think that one went in,” he said.

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Rogers drops 26 on Blue Streaks Guard also has 7 steals, 5 assists By PATRICK MASON pmason@shawmedia.com WOODSTOCK – Crystal Lake South boys basketball guard Austin Rogers always has been able to find ways to put up points. His scoring ability was on display Wednesday, when the Gators defeated host Woodstock, 70-50, behind Rogers’ game-high 26 points. He had the opportunity to score more, but shot just 8 of 16 from the freethrow line. This season, Gators coach Matt LePage is looking for the senior to develop into an allaround player, and that, too, was on display in Wednesday’s win. “He’s a scorer,” LePage said. “When he gets inside he’s a pretty good player. He maneuvers around in there somehow and makes the play. “But this year it’s all about becoming a complete player and trusting your teammates, and I thought he did that tonight. He was finding the open guys.” Rogers set the tone early as he led an aggressive Gators defense that switched into a fullcourt press less than two minutes into the game. The pressure forced the Blue Streaks into numerous turnovers, including three on inbounds passes in the first half – two of which were forced by Rogers. “We didn’t take care of the ball very well tonight,” Blue Streaks coach Al Baker said. “[South] played very good defense on us tonight and we didn’t have very many opportunities to get in the half court and execute what we worked on in practice.”

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Woodstock North junior Josh Jandron puts up a shot during the second quarter against Harvard on Wednesday night in Woodstock. Jandron had 10 points in Woodstock North’s 61-48 nonconference victory.

Halftime mental adjustments lead to Thunder’s 1st victory All-Area football The Northwest Herald All-Area Football Team will be announced at 7 p.m. Friday on “The Huddle” at McHenry CountySports.com. Northwest Herald senior sports reporter Joe Stevenson and McHenryCountySports.com’s Lester Johnson will run through all the selections for the first time online.

By JOE STEVENSON joestevenson@shawmedia.com WOODSTOCK – Woodstock North did precisely what it wanted to after a dissatisfying first half against Harvard. “We had a whole new attitude coming into the second half,” Thunder junior guard Josh Jandron said. “We talked at halftime that we needed to get more intensity and play better defense. We shut them down defensively and cranked it up on the offense after that.” North made all but two of its second-half field goals from the lane and pulled away for a 61-48 nonconference boys basketball victory Wednesday night, the Thunder’s first win of the season.

More online Check out the video highlights of Woodstock North’s 61-48 victory over Harvard on Wednesday at McHenryCountySports.com. The Hornets (0-1) led at halftime, 2825, and stayed with North (1-4) until early in the fourth quarter. The Thunder kept working inside to either score or get to the free-throw line. North was 12 of 18 on free throws in the second half. “We struggle from the outside,” Thunder coach Steve Ryan said. “We don’t shoot the ball that well, so we’re going to run our offense, split gaps and get to the basket for some easy shots. Josh

(Jandron) and Junior (Ortiz) really controlled the tempo and got us those shots. We were more in a flow in the second half.” Forward Nick Herscha had game-highs of 21 points and 15 rebounds, while forward Drake Creighton and Ortiz added 14 each and Jandron scored 10. “In the first half, we played terrible defense,” Herscha said. “We were giving up wide-open shots and we got our act together in the second half. Our guys were getting in their faces and making for harder passes, harder shots and not giving them open 3-pointers. We were just working harder on defense.”

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possibly never washing that arm again @kmnaughton (signed by Martellus Bennett at Toys for Tots event Tuesday)

Today has been one of the most unbelievable days I’ve ever experienced. #washingtonstrong @HallieDuesPhoto (with Bears in Washington)

NHL: Blackhawks at Minnesota, 7 p.m., CSN The Hawks are back on the road after losing to the Stars, 4-3, on Tuesday after a seven-game trip during in which they went 6-1-0.

Deion Sanders was reportedly fired by the Dallas prep school, Prime Prep, that he created and named after himself, according to Dallas TV station WFAA. It’s the second time in two months he’s been fired by the school. No reason for the firing was given.

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PREP ROUNDUP

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Lynch a finalist for Buzzer-beating trey by Walter Camp award Hammortree lifts Indians Also named MAC Walter Camp finalists

matchup. NORTHWEST HERALD In overtime, Cary-Grove outNikki Hammortree made a 3-point- scored Antioch 9-4. Katie Barker led er, her only basket of the night, as the team with 22 points after going 13 time expired to give the Marengo for 13 from the free-throw line. Barkgirls basketball team a 42-39 win over er also led the team with seven reWinnebago in Big Northern Confer- bounds. Candace Cunningham went ence crossover play Wednesday night 7 for 10 from the field and scored 15 in Marengo. points for the Trojans. Marengo trailed 23-13 at halftime, but outscored Winnebago 14-4 to tie BOYS BASKETBALL the score heading into the fourth Marian Central 52, Crystal Lake Cenquarter. tral 43: At Woodstock, Adam Pischke Lynsey Hoeske led the Indians scored 17 points to lead the Hurriwith 14 points, and Taylor Carlson canes (3-2) in a nonconference win. and Nicole Johnston each added sevPischke converted two 3-pointers en points. and went 5 for 6 from the free-throw Cary-Grove 69, Antioch 64 (OT): At line for Marian Central. Matthew Cary, the Trojans (6-2) came back Ricchiuto scored 10 points and Derfrom a 10-point halftime deficit to reck Caldez added nine. force overtime in a nonconference Cavanagh Murphy went 6 for

7 from the line to lead the Tigers with 13 points. Ian Koch added nine points. McHenry 59, Wauconda 48: At Wauconda, Cody Freund and Greg Johnson each scored 18 points to lead the Warriors (4-1) in nonconference play. Johnson (three), Freund (two) and Nick Bellich (two) combined for seven 3-pointers for McHenry. Bellich finished with eight points and Kyle Postal added seven in the win.

Faith Lutheran 56, Elgin Academy 52: At Elgin, the Saints (1-0) were victorious in their first game of the season. Josh Chapel converted some clutch 3-pointers late to preserve the win for Faith Lutheran.

• Kevin Meyer contributed to this report.

MVP; Carey MAC Coach of the Year By SHAW MEDIA Northern Illinois senior quarterback Jordan Lynch on Wednesday became the first Huskie to be named a finalist for the Walter Camp Player of the Year award. Lynch was selected as one of five finalists for the award along with Florida State quarterback Jameis Winston, Alabama QB AJ McCarron, Texas A&M QB Johnny Manziel Jordan Lynch and Boston College running back Andre Williams. Lynch is the first finalist from the Mid-American Conference. For the second straight year, Lynch also was named the MAC’s Most Valuable Player, winning the Vern Smith Leadership Award. It’s the sixth time in the past seven seasons the honor has gone to a Huskie. Chandler Harnish won in 2011, and Chad Spann took it home in 2010. Larry English won it in both 2007 and 2008, and Garrett Wolfe was the winner in 2006. “I don’t know what else I can say about Jordan, he has had a great year,” NIU coach Rod Carey said. “This isn’t a career award, it’s an award based on this year and he’s earned it. The fact NIU has had seven players honored in the last eight years speaks to the tradition being

The Walter Camp Player of the Year Award is given to the best player in college football, as voted on by FBS head coaches and sports information directors. The winner will be announced Dec. 12 on ESPN. Jordan Lynch, QB, Northern Illinois Johnny Manziel, QB, Texas A&M AJ McCarron, QB, Alabama Andre Williams, RB, Boston College Jameis Winston, QB, Florida State built here and the program in place.” Lynch has completed 64.5 percent of his passes for 2,457 yards and only five interceptions. He has 22 passing touchdowns and 20 rushing scores. Lynch, who averages 351 yards of total offense, also is a finalist for the Manning and Johnny Unitas Golden Arm awards. Also on Wednesday, Carey was named MAC Coach of the Year, joining Bill Mallory (1983) and Joe Novak (2002) as the only NIU coaches to win the award. Six Huskies players were named to the All-MAC first team, more than any other team in the conference. Joining Lynch were offensive lineman Tyler Loos, receiver Tommylee Lewis, safety Jimmie Ward, linebacker Jamaal Bass and defensive lineman Ken Bishop. NIU is playing for its third straight MAC crown Friday in Detroit when the Huskies take on Bowling Green. Should the Huskies win, Lynch is expected to be a finalist for the Heisman Trophy, which will be announced Dec. 14 in New York City.

Fiesta Bowl officials preparing for NIU By STEVE NITZ snitz@shawmedia.com Kyle Grillot – kgrillot@shawmedia.com

Woodstock North junior Douglas Devore (left) looks to shoot over Harvard defender Tate Miller during Wednesday night’s game in Woodstock. Woodstock North won, 61-48.

Three Hornets starters stuck on bench in 4th • THUNDER-HORNETS Continued from page C1 Harvard only trailed 45-44 with 6:35 remaining in the fourth quarter when Jandron drove for a layup and whipped a pass to Herscha for a 14-footer and a 49-44 lead. The Hornets then lost guard Justin Nolen to a fifth foul. Already, guard Angel Sanchez (shoulder) and forward Zach Martin (ankle) were on the bench with injuries suffered in the game, so without Nolen, Harvard was down three starters. Hornets coach Donnie Nolen said he did not realize his son had four fouls. “[Three starters missing] is kind of why the fourth quarter looked like it did,” Donnie Nolen said. “The guys who were in there battled hard. When we would do our offense, it was great. We got going a little fast in our offense some times and took shots too early.” Justin Nolen led Harvard with 13 points and Fernando Carrera added 12.

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Woodstock North senior Nikolaus Herscha looks to pass the ball under pressure from Harvard senior Justin Nolan during the second quarter of Wednesday night’s game in Woodstock. The Thunder shot 52.2 percent (12 of 23) in the second half and committed only four turnovers. “We talked about it in the fourth

quarter that we were hitting shots inside,” Jandron said. “And that’s all we needed. It was working, so stick with it.”

Stoneking, Kubiak combine for 21 points • GATORS-STREAKS Continued from page C1 Woodstock (1-4) was led by Damian Stoneking’s 11 points while post-presence player Nick Kubiak scored 10. Rogers finished with seven steals, which the Gators (5-0) turned into 14 points – eight of which he scored on his own. The 6-foot-2 guard also collected five assists, which he created when the Woodstock defense collapsed on his drives

to the basket. Aside from a big night from Rogers, the Gators saw solid production from their bench as 10 players scored. Tyler Baker came off the bench early and scored 13 points, including three 3-pointers. Wes Buckner scored four points while playing strong defense. South also thrived on its fast-paced play. The Gators like to score points in transition and they forced the Blue Streaks to run with them. The speed allowed South to

attack the basket quickly and either pass it to an outside shooter like Caleb Johnson – who scored 11 points on three 3-pointers – or stay inside and draw fouls. In total, South had 34 free-throw attempts to Woodstock’s 13. “We’re all firing around and passing the ball and we’re playing good team basketball,” Rogers said. “Our main goal is to get out and run because we have some good athletes on this team. We feel we can get some and-ones that way.”

Should Northern Illinois defeat Bowling Green in Friday’s Mid-American Conference Championship Game, the Huskies most likely are bound for Arizona. Barring some dramatic shift in the polls, NIU will finish in the top 16 of the final BCS standings, ahead of American Athletic Conference champion Central Florida, and earn a spot in a major bowl game. The Huskies also would qualify automatically by finishing in the top 12 of the final BCS standings. Fiesta Bowl executive director Robert Shelton is prepared for NIU to land in the desert. “That’s what we’re hoping,” Shelton said Wednesday. “We think they’ll come here and we think it’ll be good for us and our fans. “It’s a unique opportunity. Our fans don’t get to see them; they don’t get to see MAC teams very often. We’ve done very well in our past with the teams from the non-AQ conferences. We’re excited.” Utah, the first non-AQ to earn a BCS spot, played in the Fiesta Bowl, then held at Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, Ariz., after the 2004 season. The Fiesta Bowl hosted Boise State out of the Western Athletic Conference in 2006 (the first year it was at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale) and 2009. In Boise’s second

MAC title game No. 14 NIU (12-0, 8-0 MAC West) vs. Bowling Green (9-3, 7-1 MAC East), 7 p.m. Friday at Ford Field in Detroit, ESPN2 trip, the Broncos took on TCU out of the Mountain West in the only BCS matchup of two non-AQ programs. Shelton will have representatives at Friday’s MAC title game in Detroit, as will the Orange and Sugar bowls. It is unlikely those two games, who hold at-large picks before the Fiesta, would take the Huskies. The Fiesta Bowl had a representative at the NIU-Western Michigan game last week. Shelton said his camp already has had discussions with NIU athletic director Sean Frazier about marketing the game and creating ticket and travel packages. Should the Huskies earn a berth, the school isn’t going to travel as well as your normal BCS school. NIU sold only 3,266 tickets from its allotment of 17,500 for last season’s Orange Bowl. The school distributed 15,550 tickets. One of the ways the MAC helped NIU was paying for the ticket allotment, and the Huskies ended up making $250,000 by going to the Orange Bowl.

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What is happening to the deer population in fields, forests? AP file photo

The White Sox announced Wednesday that six-time AL All-Star Paul Konerko agreed to a one-year, $2.5 million contract.

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Feeling wins out for Sox with Konerko Professional sports franchises are supposed to remove feeling from the equation when making personnel decisions. That could be why pro athletes constantly are reminding us “it’s a business.” Well, forget all that for a moment. Feeling won Wednesday, as did the business of handing down wisdom. Paul Konerko is coming back to the White Sox for one more season, a 16th, this time as a role player and a mentor/ teacher/sage. And it’s good. Good decision by him. Good move by the Sox to let him end his career where it should, on the South Side of Chicago. This will not be a farewell tour filled with lovely parting gifts. Konerko will be squeezing his bat as hard as ever and working on his craft with a surgeon’s concentration level. He’ll be trying to win. He’ll be a part-time designated hitter, and he’ll fill in at first base when newcomer Jose Abreu needs a rest. But his role as a dispenser of enlightenment to younger teammates is the most intriguing one. I hope Abreu is wise enough to follow around Konerko like a puppy, starting in spring training and lasting until the final game of the 2014 season. There’s so much he can learn just by watching Konerko’s gameday preparation, his attention to detail and his bearing on and off the field. I need to stop before Konerko hits me over the head with a bat for making him seem like either a professor emeritus or Yoda. He’s still a ballplayer, and his role will include at-bats against lefties. But he’s going to be more valuable to the Sox in terms of the knowledge he can pass on to Abreu and others. He’ll teach by words and example and quite possibly ancient herbal remedies. He had hoped to be more of a mentor last season, when the Sox lost 99 games, but he said he was in a pitched battle with himself as he fought injuries and ineffectiveness. “I dropped the ball on some of that stuff because I was worried about getting out [on the field],’’ he said Wednesday. “You have priorities. Now that frees me up to do those things. … That’s very much needed.” This is not costing the Sox an arm, a leg or the 2014 season. His contract calls for him to be paid $1.5 million next season, with another $1 million deferred until 2021. That

VIEWS Rick Morrissey should calm down the Sox fans who were worried the team would overpay Konerko out of sentimentality. A reduced role might be difficult for some 37-yearold veterans to swallow, but Konerko always has been a realist. Someone else might have left in a huff to another team, perhaps for more money and a lot of emptiness. Not Konerko, who, being an analytical sort, studied the situation from about 100 different angles. He knew his body couldn’t take the rigors of another full major-league season. “I’m excited about it because, truthfully, I wouldn’t be coming back to any situation if I knew I was slated to play a lot,” he said. The challenge could prove difficult for Konerko. His happiness always has been tied to his success at the plate. I thought he was done after last season, when he hit .244 with 12 home runs and 54 RBIs. He looked tired and beaten up. How will a guy who has always had four or five at-bats a game find his rhythm at the plate in a lesser role? He can’t know the answer to that. But he does know that when he was given games off last season, his body felt better the next day. “It is a challenge for a guy of his stature that has played every day … to transition into that,” manager Robin Ventura said. Now general manager Rick Hahn needs to get busy. Or busier. He can’t sit on the laurels of nabbing Abreu, the Cuban star. Hahn set off all sorts of alarms among fans Monday when he re-signed catcher Tyler Flowers to a one-year, $950,000 contract. The ringing in their ears came from the fact that Flowers hit .195 last season. Hahn knows he still has a lot of work to do. “We’re not closing off any options toward getting better,” he said. He’s stuck with Adam Dunn, which means Ventura will have to find at-bats for three guys who can play first base. But all that’s for later. Konerko is now. Once more, with feeling.

• Rick Morrissey is a Chicago Sun-Times columnist. Write to him a rmorrissey@suntimes.com.

Last year, after being accused of being “a mouthpiece for the [Illinois Department of Natural Resources],” I made a promise to become more fair and balanced in my reporting about deer hunting in northern Illinois. I usually tend to accept the facts presented by the experts and blow off the opinions of those who do not have a scientific background. My mailbox is pretty full of correspondence telling me that deer numbers are down. They are down, again. They are going down every year. That is what I am being told. I don’t know the people who write to me, for the most part. Most of the writers are quite intelligent, well-written and extremely reasonable. They present their facts and back them up with strong anecdotal evidence that supports their position. “As you know, our group, The North Rutland Deer Alliance, has spent almost 4 years trying to eliminate the DNR sharpshooters in our area,” Jill and Bill Siers wrote. “We hunted during the three-day gun season, west of Route 47 on land that we have hunted for several years. We saw no deer and very few tracks or sign of any kind. Archery hunting in the area we hunt in Kane County is a waste of time. The deer population is practically non-existent, mainly due to an intense sharpshooting program by the DNR that is ongoing in this area. If you add to that the bow hunting in the forest preserves that was implemented to reduce the “herds” that supposedly are eating up the vegetation, the deer population has no chance of recovering. “Very seldom are deer seen crossing roads, in fields, road kills seldom occur, and farmers report little or no crop damage.” I used to blame the supposed shortage of deer as sour grapes claimed by the people who were unable to get one. I figured it’s easier for someone

OUTDOORS Steve Sarley to say that they “didn’t see any deer,” rather than admitting, “I missed every one I shot at.” I’ve had people tell me that the deer are there, they just are moving differently. I can understand that, to a point, but give me a good reason for the movement. What is it that has pushed the deer into different patterns? I believed it when I reported the past couple of years that the northern Illinois whitetails that were being taken had digestive systems full of acorns. It seems that acorns were booming and the deer didn’t need to move into the fields to find food. Logic tells me that the acorns can’t be that much in abundance that deer will eschew food they prefer more, year after year. We’ve had early periods of corn being taken down and late periods of corn being taken down. I understand how that will cause us to have an early or late start to a hunting season. It should all average out in the end, shouldn’t it? Weather often is cited as a reason for poor harvest numbers. Our first shotgun season this year was, unfortunately, during a period of totally horrid weather. Shouldn’t the second season be tremendous if conditions are good? I would think so. Everybody who wasn’t able to fill a tag during the first season is going to be out in force, making sure they harvest an animal in the second season. I guess we’ll have to see if that happens. Weather conditions average out over the course of a hunting season. If you have a bad weekend, the chances are that the next weekend will be better. On the average, the deer numbers should be more consistent from year to year. Taking all of this into consideration, please explain to me why all of these good

sportsmen are claiming that the deer population is continuously shrinking? Disease plays a part of it. I’m not going to talk about chronic wasting disease (CWD). I’ve beaten that subject to death. Sure, we lose some deer to that disease every year, but not enough to make the kind of difference we are talking about here. There have been a couple of other viruses that hit our herd every year, but the IDNR has said the viruses didn’t have a major impact. I have said that I believe the coyote population is exploding and that is cutting down on the deer numbers. The IDNR has corrected me and told me that the coyotes are not reproducing like proverbial rabbits and their feeding on fawns doesn’t hamper the deer population. So, what is going on out there in our fields and forests? I don’t have the answer and I am not really sure that the IDNR does, either. I know that a lot of you have your opinions. Please continue to share your opinions and anecdotal evidence.

HUNTING AND FISHING REPORTS Northern Illinois: Dave Kranz from Dave’s Bait, Tackle and Taxidermy in Crystal Lake reports: “Once again, it’s second season shotgun time, and Mother Nature is sending more cold weather. The deer will have to feed, so set up near the food. “We had some ice fishing going on last weekend in a few spots. I think, with a forecast of 25 degrees for a high in the next 10 days, that we will have plenty of ice fishing in December.” Ice fishing: The forecast says we hit the single digits Friday night and that is a good sign. More ice forms in the dark of night, when it is extremely cold, than it does during the day when the temps are lessened by the sunlight. Wait until you get a good 4 inches before you venture out and do not fish alone.

Deer hunting: Illinois deer hunters harvested a total of 50,873 deer through Sunday. The harvest through the same period last year was 51,414. The total harvest to date has consisted of 49 percent does and 51 percent males, with buck harvest during the past seven days at 51 percent. The top five counties were Pike (2227), Fulton (1456), Jefferson (1256), Adams (1098), and JoDaviess (969). Numbers for selected northern Illinois Counties include: McHenry (456), Boone (129), Lake (276), DeKalb (151), Kane (213), DuPage (32) and Cook (102). New invasive fish: The IDNR is asking fishermen for their help in reporting sightings of a new invasive species called the Eurasian ruffe. The ruffe grows to about 4 to 6 inches, has a set of spiny fins, reproduces in huge numbers and eats the same things that perch, walleye and other esteemed fish have for their diet. These fish have proven to be quite destructive in Lake Superior. Some waterways have increased stockings of perch and walleye, which love to feast on the ruffe. To date, Illinois officials report that no Eurasian ruffe have been seen or reported from Illinois waters. “A clear cell phone picture of the fish from several angles can help in identification, or you may simply put fish in a zip lock/plastic bag and freeze it,” IDNR’s Kevin Irons said. “This species is listed as injurious, so these fish cannot be transported alive in Illinois. If found, please note specifically where the fish was caught and include time and date information.” • Northwest Herald outdoors columnist Steve Sarley’s radio show, “The Outdoors Experience,” airs live at 5 a.m. Sundays on AM-560. Sarley also runs a Web site for outdoors enthusiasts, OExperience.com. He can be reached by email at sarfishing@yahoo.com.

8SPORTS SHORTS Prosecutor: Investigation of FSU QB Winston over TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The prosecutor overseeing the investigation of sexual assault allegations against Florida State quarterback Jameis Winston said it is completed. State Attorney Willie Meggs has scheduled a news conference at 1 p.m. Thursday in his office to announce his findings. Meggs said investigators have learned as much as they can about the December 2012 incident. “We think we have exhausted all investigative tools,” Meggs said. Winston has led the Seminoles to the No. 1 ranking, and they’ll play for a conference title Saturday, with a shot at the national crown. The quarterback also is the leading candidate for the Heisman, and many voters are waiting to see whether Winston will be charged with a crime

before casting their ballots. The deadline for Heisman ballots to be turned in is Dec. 9.

Red Sox sign Pierzynski to 1-year deal BOSTON – The World Series champion Boston Red Sox have signed free-agent catcher A.J. Pierzynski to a one-year contract. The lefty-hitting Pierzynski replaces Jarrod Saltalamacchia in the Boston lineup. Pierzynski will be 37 next season.

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No. 1 Michigan State falls to UNC The ASSOCIATED PRESS EAST LANSING, Mich. – J.P. Tokoto had 12 points and a career-high 10 rebounds to help North Carolina beat No. 1 Michigan State, 79-65, Wednesday night, giving the Tar Heels another impressive victory in their inconsistent season. The Tar Heels (5-2) have been talented enough to defeat the topranked Spartans and then-No. 3 Louisville this season, but they’ve also lost to Belmont and UAB. Michigan State (7-1) fell to an unranked nonconference team at home for the first time in more than a decade.

No. 5 Ohio State 76, Maryland 60: At Columbus, Ohio, LaQuinton Ross scored 17 of his 20 points in the first half, hitting his first four 3-pointers, to send Ohio State to an early lead against Maryland in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge. Aaron Craft created havoc on defense and chipped in with 10 points as the Buckeyes (7-0) controlled the game at both ends. Ex-Xavier guard Dez Wells had 19 points for Maryland (5-3), which had won four in a row after losing two of its first three.

No. 7 Louisville 90, Missouri-Kansas City 62: At Louisville, Ky., Montrezl Harrell scored 14 points to lead five Louisville players in double figures as the Cardinals routed Missouri-Kansas City. Although less dominant on offense than in last December’s 99-47 victory over the Kangaroos, the Cardinals (7-1) controlled the game throughout and steadily pulled away in the second half. Nelson Kirksey had 14 points apiece for UMKC (1-6). No. 8 Wisconsin 48, Virginia 38: At Charlottesville, Va., Josh Gasser scored 11 points and Wisconsin won a defensive struggle against Virginia in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge, giving coach Bo Ryan his 300th victory with the Badgers.

The Badgers (9-0) extended their best start since opening 11-0 in 199394. London Perrantes led Virginia (7-2) with eight points. No. 14 Villanova 77, Penn 54: At Villanova, Darrun Hilliard scored 19 points and James Bell had 14 to lead Villanova over Penn. JayVaughn Pinkston added 13 points and the Wildcats (8-0) overcame a 7:29 scoreless stretch to open the second half. Miles Jackson-Cartwright led Penn (2-5) with 17 points.

No. 25 Dayton 56, Delaware State 46: At Dayton, Ohio, Matt Kavanaugh scored 11 points as Dayton defeated Delaware State. Dayton (7-1) finally found some rhythm in the slow-paced game with a 14-2 run that pushed its lead to 50-30 with 7:51 to play. Delaware State (2-6) responded with consecutive 3-pointers by Tyshawn Bell to spark a 9-0 run. Nebraska 60, Miami (Fla.) 49: At Lincoln, Neb., Terran Petteway scored all 14 of his points in the second half and Walter Pitchford added 13, and Nebraska posted a grinding victory over Miami. The win allowed the Big Ten to forge a 6-6 tie in the 12-game, twonight Big Ten/ACC Challenge. The Big Ten, by virtue of the tie, retains the Commissioner’s Cup and is 3-102 in the 15 Challenges. Shavon Shields added nine points and seven rebounds for the Huskers (6-2). Rion Brown had 23 of his 25 points in the second half for Miami (5-4).

Purdue 88, Boston College 67: At Indianapolis, Terone Johnson scored a season high 18 points, leading Purdue past Boston College in the ACC-Big Ten Challenge. The Boilermakers (7-2) have won five straight in the challenge. Boston College (3-5) was led by Ryan Anderson with 16 points.

North Carolina State 69, Northwestern 48: At Raleigh, N.C., T.J. War-

NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL WORLD CHALLENGE Site: Thousand Oaks, Calif. Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Course: Sherwood Country Club (7,052 yards, par 72). Purse: $3.5 million. Winner’s share: $1 million. TV: Golf Channel (Thursday-Friday, 2-5 p.m., 7-10 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, noon-2 p.m., 5:30-8:30 p.m.) and NBC (Saturday-Sunday, 2-5 p.m.). Field: Keegan Bradley, Jason Day, Jason Dufner, Jim Furyk, Bill Haas, Dustin Johnson, Zach Johnson, Matt Kuchar, Graeme McDowell, Rory McIlroy, Hunter Mahan, Ian Poulter, Webb Simpson, Jordan Spieth, Steve Stricker, Bubba Watson, Lee Westwood, Tiger Woods. Last year: McDowell won the tournament for the second time in three years, finishing with a 4-under 68 for a three-stroke victory over Bradley. Notes: Tournament host Woods won the event in 2001, ‘04, ‘06, ‘07 and ‘11. He won five PGA Tour titles last season to raise his career total to 79. ... McIlroy won the Australian Open on Sunday for his first victory of the year. ... The tournament is in its final year at Sherwood. It will be played next year at Isleworth in Orlando, Fla. ... Jack Nicklaus-designed Sherwood is at the base of the Santa Monica Mountains. Douglas Fairbanks’ 1922 silent “Robin Hood” was shot on the scenic property, leading to the Sherwood name. Online: www.pgatour.com

EUROPEAN TOUR/ SUNSHINE TOUR RSA NEDBANK GOLF CHALLENGE Site: Sun City, South Africa Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Course: Gary Player Country Club (7,831 yards, par 72). Purse: $6.5 million. Winner’s share: $1.25 million. TV: Golf Channel (Thursday-Friday, 3-8:30 a.m., 5:30-7:30 p.m.; Saturday, 3-8:30 a.m., 2-5 p.m., 8:30-10:30 p.m.; Sunday, 3-8:30 a.m., 2-5 p.m., 8:3012:30 a.m.). Last year: Germany’s Martin Kaymer beat South Africa’s Charl Schwartzel by two strokes, closing with a 3-under 69 in rainy conditions. Last week: Schwartzel successfully defended his Alfred Dunhill Championship title, winning by four strokes

EUROPEAN TOUR/ ASIAN TOUR HONG KONG OPEN Site: Hong Kong. Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Course: Hong Kong Golf Club (6,699 yards, par 70). Purse: $1.3 million. Winner’s share: $295,112. Television: Golf Channel (Thursday-Saturday, 11 p.m.-3 a.m., Sunday, 11 p.m.-3 a.m., 8:30-11:30 a.m.). Last week: Spain’s Miguel Angel Jimenez became the oldest champion in European Tour history, winning at 48 years, 318 days. He broke Des Smyth’s mark of 48 years, 34 days set in the 2001 Madeira Islands Open. Last week: South Africa’s Charl Schwartzel successfully defended his Alfred Dunhill Championship title, winning by four strokes at Leopard Creek in Malelane, South Africa. He also won the 2005 event. ... India’s Gaganjeet Bhullar won the Asian Tour’s Indonesia Open. Notes: Jimenez also won the event in 2005 and 2008. ... John Daly is making his third start since having surgery on his right elbow in July. He tied for 48th last month in China in the BMW Masters and missed the cut last week in the Alfred Dunhill Championship. European Tour site: www.europeantour.com Asian Tour site: www.asiantour. com

SOCCER MLS CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP Eastern Conference Leg 1 — Saturday, Nov 9: Kansas City 0, Houston 0 Leg 2 — Saturday, Nov. 23: Kansas City 2, Houston 1, Kansas City advanced on 2-1 aggregate

Western Conference Leg 1 — Sunday, Nov. 10: Real Salt Lake 4, Portland 2 Leg 2 — Sunday, Nov. 24: Real Salt Lake 1. Portland 0, Real Salt Lake advanced on 5-2 aggregate MLS CUP Saturday, Dec. 7: Real Salt Lake at Kansas City, 4 p.m.

TRANSACTIONS PROS BASEBALL American League WHITE SOX — Agreed to terms with 1B Paul Konerko on a one-year contract. BOSTON RED SOX — Signed C A.J. Pierzynski to a one-year contract. DETROIT TIGERS — Agreed to terms with RHP Joe Nathan on a two-year contract. National League CINCINNATI REDS — Named Jay Bell bench coach and Don Long hitting coach. BASKETBALL National Basketball Association BULLS — Recalled G Marquis Teague from Iowa (NBADL). ATLANTA HAWKS — Assigned G Dennis Schroder to Bakersfield (NBADL). FOOTBALL National Football League NFL — Fined Pittsburgh coach Mike Tomlin $100,000 for interfering with play against Baltimore during a Nov. 28 game. BUFFALO BILLS — Released RB Tashard Choice. Signed TE Tony Moeaki. CLEVELAND BROWNS — Signed WR Brian Tyms from the practice squad. Placed DL Desmond Bryant on the reserve/non-football illness list. Released LB Justin Staples from the practice squad. Signed DB T.J. Heath, DL Cam

Henderson and LB Johnathan Stewart to the practice squad. DETROIT LIONS — Signed LB Julian Stanford. NEW YORK JETS — Signed LB Tim Fugger to the practice squad. TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS — Placed LB Jonathan Casillas on injured reserve. Signed LB Danny Lansanah from the New York Jets’ practice squad. HOCKEY National Hockey League BLACKHAWKS — Recalled Fs Jeremy Morin and Joakim Nordstrom from Rockford (AHL). Reassigned F Brandon Pirri to Rockford. Assigned D Michael Kostka to Rockford on a conditioning assignment. COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS — Recalled G Mike McKenna from Springfield (AHL). Assigned F Michael Chaput to Springfield. NEW JERSEY DEVILS_Recalled LW Reid Boucher from Albany (AHL). Placed F Ryan Carter on injured reserve, retroactive to Nov. 30. NEW YORK RANGERS — Agreed to terms with G Henrik Lundqvist on a contract extension. SOCCER Major League Soccer NEW YORK RED BULLS — Re-signed MF Eric Alexander, D Kosuke Kimura and F Peguy Luyindula.

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NFL NATIONAL CONFERENCE North W L T Pct PF Detroit 7 5 0 .583 326 Bears 6 6 0 .500 323 Green Bay 5 6 1 .458 294 Minnesota 3 8 1 .292 289 East W L T Pct PF Dallas 7 5 0 .583 329 Philadelphia 7 5 0 .583 300 N.Y. Giants 5 7 0 .417 237 Washington 3 9 0 .250 269 South W L T Pct PF New Orleans 9 3 0 .750 312 Carolina 9 3 0 .750 285 Tampa Bay 3 9 0 .250 217 Atlanta 3 9 0 .250 261 West W L T Pct PF x-Seattle 11 1 0 .917 340 San Francisco 8 4 0 .667 297 Arizona 7 5 0 .583 275 St. Louis 5 7 0 .417 279 AMERICAN CONFERENCE East W L T Pct PF New England 9 3 0 .750 322 Miami 6 6 0 .500 252 N.Y. Jets 5 7 0 .417 189 Buffalo 4 8 0 .333 267 South W L T Pct PF Indianapolis 8 4 0 .667 285 Tennessee 5 7 0 .417 264 Jacksonville 3 9 0 .250 174 Houston 2 10 0 .167 230 North W L T Pct PF Cincinnati 8 4 0 .667 292 Baltimore 6 6 0 .500 249 Pittsburgh 5 7 0 .417 263 Cleveland 4 8 0 .333 231 West W L T Pct PF Denver 10 2 0 .833 464 Kansas City 9 3 0 .750 298 San Diego 5 7 0 .417 279 Oakland 4 8 0 .333 237

PA 287 332 305 366 PA 303 281 297 362 PA 230 157 285 340 PA 186 197 247 278 PA 261 248 310 307 PA 274 267 352 323 PA 216 235 278 297 PA 317 214 277 300

x-clinched playoff spot Thursday’s Games Houston at Jacksonville, 7:25 p.m. Sunday’s Games Atlanta at Green Bay, noon Minnesota at Baltimore, noon Kansas City at Washington, noon Buffalo at Tampa Bay, noon Miami at Pittsburgh, noon Detroit at Philadelphia, noon Indianapolis at Cincinnati, noon Cleveland at New England, noon Oakland at N.Y. Jets, noon Tennessee at Denver, 3:05 p.m. Seattle at San Francisco, 3:25 p.m. N.Y. Giants at San Diego, 3:25 p.m. St. Louis at Arizona, 3:25 p.m. Carolina at New Orleans, 7:30 p.m. Monday’s Game Dallas at Bears, 7:40 p.m.

PLAYOFF SCENARIOS WEEK 13 AFC WEST Denver clinches a playoff spot with a win and: 1) San Diego and Tennessee loss or tie, and Miami-NY Jets tie Kansas City clinches a playoff spot with a win and: 1) San Diego and Tennessee loss or tie, and Miami and New England loss OR 2) San Diego and Tennessee loss or tie, and Miami-NY Jets tie NFC WEST Seattle clinches a playoff spot with: 1) A win and Arizona loss OR 2) A win and San Franisco loss OR 3) A win and Arizona and San Francisco tie

WEEK 13 TOTAL YARDAGE AMERICAN FOOTBALL CONFERENCE Denver San Diego New England Houston Cincinnati Pittsburgh Buffalo Kansas City Tennessee Indianapolis Cleveland Oakland Miami Baltimore N.Y. Jets Jacksonville

OFFENSE Yards Rush 5502 1463 4819 1310 4533 1473 4383 1401 4364 1351 4063 922 4047 1670 4047 1488 4019 1399 4002 1313 3987 988 3976 1597 3863 1064 3708 973 3645 1496 3427 847

Pass 4039 3509 3060 2982 3013 3141 2377 2559 2620 2689 2999 2379 2799 2735 2149 2580

Houston Cleveland Cincinnati Tennessee Baltimore N.Y. Jets Pittsburgh Miami Buffalo Oakland New England

DEFENSE Yards Rush 3647 1392 3681 1187 3778 1213 3919 1368 3948 1201 4005 924 4086 1381 4121 1461 4249 1458 4281 1234 4346 1658

Pass 2255 2494 2565 2551 2747 3081 2705 2660 2791 3047 2688

Kansas City Indianapolis Jacksonville Denver San Diego

4395 4407 4573 4610 4639

1407 1543 1565 1202 1413

2988 2864 3008 3408 3226

NATIONAL FOOTBALL CONFERENCE Detroit Philadelphia Green Bay New Orleans Washington Bears Seattle Atlanta Minnesota Arizona Dallas Carolina St. Louis N.Y. Giants San Francisco Tampa Bay

OFFENSE Yards Rush 5094 1382 4843 1762 4794 1563 4753 1119 4634 1805 4577 1318 4372 1754 4253 973 4120 1593 4024 1066 3941 1021 3933 1552 3883 1366 3849 1052 3732 1569 3543 1274

Pass 3712 3081 3231 3634 2829 3259 2618 3280 2527 2958 2920 2381 2517 2797 2163 2269

Seattle Carolina San Francisco Arizona New Orleans N.Y. Giants Detroit Tampa Bay St. Louis Washington Green Bay Atlanta Bears Minnesota Philadelphia Dallas

DEFENSE Yards Rush 3414 1286 3478 963 3740 1266 3795 999 3838 1358 3995 1226 4139 992 4233 1281 4280 1308 4489 1306 4517 1511 4598 1625 4632 1843 4891 1447 4947 1386 5059 1520

Pass 2128 2515 2474 2796 2480 2769 3147 2952 2972 3183 3006 2973 2789 3444 3561 3539

COLLEGE AP TOP 25 SCHEDULE Thursday No. 19 Louisville at Cincinnati, 6:30 p.m. Friday No. 16 Northern Illinois vs. Bowling Green, MAC championship at Detroit, 7 p.m. Saturday No. 1 Florida State vs. No. 20 Duke, ACC championship at Charlotte, N.C., 7 p.m. No. 2 Ohio State vs. No. 10 Michigan State, Big Ten championship at Indianapolis, 7 p.m. No. 3 Auburn vs. No. 5 Missouri, SEC championship at Atlanta, 3 p.m. No. 6 Oklahoma State vs. No. 18 Oklahoma, 11 a.m. No. 7 Stanford at No. 11 Arizona State, Pac-12 championship, 6:45 p.m. No. 9 Baylor vs. No. 23 Texas, 2:30 p.m. No. 15 UCF at SMU, 11 a.m. No. 24 Fresno State vs. Utah State, MWC championship, 9 p.m.

FCS PLAYOFFS Second Round Saturday Fordham (12-1) at Towson (10-2), noon Coastal Carolina (11-2) at Montana (10-2), noon New Hampshire (8-4) at Maine (10-2), noon Tennessee State (10-3) at Eastern Illinois (11-1), noon Furman (8-5) at North Dakota State (11-0), 2:30 p.m. South Dakota State (9-4) at Eastern Washington (10-2), 3 p.m. Jacksonville State (10-3) at McNeese State (10-2), 6 p.m. Sam Houston State (9-4) at Southeastern Louisiana (10-2), 7 p.m.

DIVISION II PLAYOFFS Quarterfinals Saturday West Chester (12-1) at Shepherd (11-0), 11 a.m. North Alabama (10-2) at Lenoir-Rhyne (11-1), 11 a.m. West Texas A&M (11-2) at Grand Valley State (11-2), noon St. Cloud State (12-1) at Northwest Missouri State (12-0), noon

DIVISION III PLAYOFFS Quarterfinals Saturday Wesley (10-2) at Mount Union (12-0), 11 a.m. Bethel (Minn.) (12-0) at North Central (Ill.) (12-0), noon St. John Fisher (10-2) at Mary Hardin-Baylor (12-0), noon Wisconsin-Whitewater (12-0) at Linfield (11-0), noon

NAIA PLAYOFFS Semifinals Saturday Carroll (Mont.) (12-1) at Cumberlands (Ky.) (12-0), 11 a.m. Morningside (11-1) at Grand View (12-0), noon

MONDAY

DETROIT 7 p.m. WGN AM-1000 OKLAHOMA CITY 7 p.m. WCUU

Illinois State 75, Chicago State 56:

Western Illinois 60, Eastern Illinois

SUNDAY

FLORIDA 6 p.m. WGN AM-720

MIAMI 8:30 p.m. TNT AM-1000

scored 20 points and dished out seven assists to lead Southern Methodist University to a win over the ON TAP THURSDAY University of Illinois-Chicago. Markus Kennedy added 11 TV/Radio points and seven rebounds for the MEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL 6 p.m.: West Virginia at Missouri, ESPN2 Mustangs (8-2). 6 p.m.: LIU at Seton Hall, FS1 Kelsey Barlow scored a game6 p.m.: TCU at Mississippi State, ESPNU high 31 points for UIC (3-5). 7 p.m.: Texas A&M-CC at Oklahoma, FSN IUPUI 72, Bradley 66: At Peoria, 8 p.m.: Mississippi at Kansas St., ESPN2 Ian Chiles and Khufu Najee com8 p.m.: High Point at Georgetown, FS1 bined to score 39 points as Indiana University-Purdue University-In- WOMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL dianapolis held off a late rally from 6 p.m.: Syracuse at Iowa, BTN Bradley to score a win. 8 p.m.: Miami at Minnesota, BTN The Jaguars (2-7) held a 13-point NBA BASKETBALL lead at intermission. 6 p.m.: New York at Brooklyn, TNT Omari Grier led the Braves (5-3) 8:30 p.m.: Miami at Bulls, TNT, AM-1000 with 17 points. At Normal, Daishon Knight scored 15 points Wednesday night and Illinois State rallied in the second half to roll over Chicago State. Reggie Lynch scored 14 points for Illinois State (4-4). Quinton Pippen scored a game-high 16 points and three 3-pointers for the Cougars (3-5).

SATURDAY

ANAHEIM 7 p.m. CSN, NHLN AM-720

Southern Methodist 73, Illinois-Chicago 65: At Chicago, Nic Moore

FOOTBALL

at Leopard Creek. He also won the 2005 event. Notes: Sweden’s Henrik Stenson, the FedEx Cup and Race to Dubai champion, is in the 30-man field along with Kaymer, South African stars Schwartzel, Ernie Els and Louis Oosthuizen, England’s Justin Rose and Luke Donald, Spain’s Sergio Garcia and Americans Gary Woodland, Kevin Streelman, Peter Uihlein, Ryan Moore and D.A. Points. ... The European Tour is sanctioning the event for the first time. ... The Nelson Mandela Championship is next week at Mount Edgecombe in Durban, South Africa. Online: www.nedbankgolfchallenge.com European Tour site: www.europeantour.com Sunshine Tour site: www.pgatour. co.za

THURSDAY

DALLAS 7:40 p.m. ESPN FM-105.9, AM-780

ren scored 22 points to help North Carolina State beat Northwestern in the Big Ten/ACC Challenge. Ralston Turner added 13 points for the Wolfpack (5-2). N.C. State shot 46 percent to win its third straight overall, while the win against Northwestern (4-5) stopped a five-game losing streak in the annual interconference matchup.

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NFL FOOTBALL 7 p.m.: Houston at Jacksonville, NFL

NHL HOCKEY 7 p.m.: Blackhawks at Minnesota, CSN, NHLN, AM-720

GOLF 2 p.m.: PGA Tour, World Challenge, irst round, at Thousand Oaks, Calif., TGC 11 p.m.: European PGA Tour, Hong Kong Open, second round, TGC 3 a.m.: Nedbank Challenge, second round, at Sun City, South Africa, TGC

COLLEGE FOOTBALL 6:30 p.m.: Louisville at Cincinnati, ESPN

BASKETBALL NBA EASTERN CONFERENCE Central Division W L Pct Indiana 17 2 .895 Detroit 9 10 .474 Bulls 7 9 .438 Cleveland 6 12 .333 Milwaukee 3 15 .167 Atlantic Division W L Pct Boston 8 12 .400 Philadelphia 7 12 .368 Toronto 6 11 .353 Brooklyn 5 13 .278 New York 3 13 .188 Southeast Division W L Pct Miami 14 4 .778 Washington 9 9 .500 Atlanta 10 10 .500 Charlotte 8 11 .421 Orlando 6 12 .333 WESTERN CONFERENCE Southwest Division W L Pct San Antonio 15 3 .833 Houston 13 7 .650 Dallas 12 8 .600 Memphis 9 8 .529 New Orleans 9 9 .500 Northwest Division W L Pct Portland 15 3 .833 Oklahoma City 13 3 .813 Denver 11 7 .611 Minnesota 9 10 .474 Utah 4 16 .200 Pacific Division W L Pct L.A. Clippers 12 7 .632 Golden State 11 8 .579 Phoenix 10 9 .526 L.A. Lakers 9 9 .500 Sacramento 4 12 .250

GB — 8 8½ 10½ 13½ GB — ½ ½ 2 3 GB — 5 5 6½ 8 GB — 3 4 5½ 6 GB — 1 4 6½ 12 GB — 1 2 2½ 6½

Wednesday’s Games Cleveland 98, Denver 88 Atlanta 107, L.A. Clippers 97 Phoenix 97, Houston 88 Detroit 105, Milwaukee 98 Dallas 100, New Orleans 97 Indiana 95, Utah 86 San Antonio at Minnesota, ppd. Oklahoma City at Portland, (n) Thursday’s Games Miami at Bulls, 8:30 p.m. New York at Brooklyn, 6 p.m. L.A. Clippers at Memphis, 7 p.m. Tuesday’s Games Philadelphia 126, Orlando 125, 2OT Denver 111, Brooklyn 87 Boston 108, Milwaukee 100 Detroit 107, Miami 97 Memphis 110, Phoenix 91 Dallas 89, Charlotte 82 Oklahoma City 97, Sacramento 95 Golden State 112, Toronto 103

MIDWEST Bucknell 66, Kent St. 59 Dayton 56, Delaware St. 46 IUPUI 72, Bradley 66 Illinois St. 75, Chicago St. 56 Indiana Tech 54, Concordia (Mich.) 52 Missouri St. 81, Cameron 57 Nebraska 60, Miami 49 North Carolina 79, Michigan St. 65 Ohio St. 76, Maryland 60 Purdue 88, Boston College 67 S. Dakota St. 88, Dakota St. 62 SMU 73, Ill.-Chicago 65 St. Norbert 71, Lake Forest 56 St. Thomas (Minn.) 71, Augsburg 53 Toledo 91, Detroit 75 Trinity Christian 70, Viterbo 65 Valparaiso 69, Ball St. 50 W. Illinois 60, E. Illinois 32 Youngstown St. 84, Robert Morris 76

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BETTING ODDS

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GLANTZ-CULVER LINE

WESTERN CONFERENCE Central Division GP W L OT Pts GF Blackhawks 29 20 5 4 44 105 St. Louis 26 18 5 3 39 91 Colorado 25 19 6 0 38 76 Minnesota 29 16 8 5 37 70 Dallas 26 13 9 4 30 74 Winnipeg 29 13 12 4 30 78 Nashville 28 13 12 3 29 63 Pacific Division GP W L OT Pts GF San Jose 27 19 3 5 43 96 Anaheim 29 18 7 4 40 91 Los Angeles 28 17 7 4 38 73 Phoenix 27 16 7 4 36 91 Vancouver 30 15 10 5 35 80 Calgary 26 9 13 4 22 70 Edmonton 29 9 18 2 20 75 EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L OT Pts GF Boston 27 18 7 2 38 75 Montreal 29 17 9 3 37 80 Detroit 29 14 8 7 35 81 Tampa Bay 27 16 10 1 33 76 Toronto 28 14 11 3 31 77 Ottawa 28 11 13 4 26 82 Florida 28 7 16 5 19 61 Buffalo 28 6 20 2 14 48 Metropolitan Division GP W L OT Pts GF Pittsburgh 29 19 9 1 39 89 Washington 28 14 12 2 30 83 N.Y. Rangers 28 14 14 0 28 62 Philadelphia 28 13 13 2 28 63 New Jersey 29 11 12 6 28 64 Carolina 28 11 12 5 27 61 Columbus 28 11 14 3 25 68 N.Y. Islanders 28 8 15 5 21 74

GA 80 60 52 67 76 82 78 GA 62 77 60 86 78 93 101 GA 55 62 79 67 77 92 95 85 GA 66 82 71 68 71 79 80 96

NOTE: Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss. Wednesday’s Games Montreal 4, New Jersey 3, SO Philadelphia 6, Detroit 3 Phoenix at Calgary, (n) Thursday’s Games Blackhawks at Minnesota, 7 p.m. N.Y. Rangers at Buffalo, 6 p.m. Dallas at Toronto, 6 p.m. San Jose at Pittsburgh, 6 p.m. Boston at Montreal, 6:30 p.m. Ottawa at Tampa Bay, 6:30 p.m. Winnipeg at Florida, 6:30 p.m. N.Y. Islanders at St. Louis, 7 p.m. Carolina at Nashville, 7 p.m. Colorado at Edmonton, 8:30 p.m. Tuesday’s Games Dallas 4, Blackhawks 3 San Jose 4, Toronto 2 Pittsburgh 3, N.Y. Islanders 2, OT Carolina 4, Washington 1 Columbus 1, Tampa Bay 0 Ottawa 4, Florida 2 Vancouver 3, Nashville 1 Phoenix 6, Edmonton 2 Los Angeles 3, Anaheim 2, SO

WESTERN CONFERENCE Midwest Division W L OL SL Pts GF Grand Rapids 15 4 1 1 32 81 Milwaukee 10 5 4 1 25 51 Rockford 12 11 1 0 25 69 Wolves 10 9 0 2 22 57 Iowa 8 11 0 0 16 45

NCAA Football Tonight TODAY O/U UNDERDOG 3½ (50½) at Cincinnati Friday Conference Championships Mid-American At Detroit N. Illinois 4 (58) Bowling Green Saturday at UConn Pk (43) Memphis at Rutgers 6 (46½) South Florida at Baylor 15 (71½) Texas at S. Alabama 3 (58) La.-Lafayette at SMU OFF OFF UCF at Oklahoma St. 9½ (57) Oklahoma Conference Championships Conference USA Marshall 4½ (60½) at Rice Southeastern At Atlanta Auburn 2 (58) Missouri Atlantic Coast At Charlotte, N.C. Florida St. 29 (62) Duke Pacific-12 at Arizona St. 3 (56) Stanford Big Ten At Indianapolis Ohio St. 5½ (51½) Michigan St. Mountain West at Fresno St. 3½ (60) Utah St. FAVORITE Louisville

Off Key SMU QB questionable NFL Tonight TODAY O/U UNDERDOG 3 (43½) at Jacksonville Sunday Kansas City 3 (45) at Washington at Baltimore 7 (43) Minnesota at New England OFF (OFF) Cleveland at N.Y. Jets 2½ (40½) Oakland at Cincinnati 5½ (43½) Indianapolis at New Orleans 3½ (45½) Carolina at Philadelphia 2½ (54) Detroit at Pittsburgh 3 (40½) Miami at Tampa Bay 2½ (43) Buffalo at Denver 12 (49½) Tennessee at Arizona 6½ (41½) St. Louis at San Diego 3 (47½) N.Y. Giants at San Francisco 2½ (41) Seattle at Green Bay OFF (OFF) Atlanta Monday at Bears 1 (49½) Dallas FAVORITE Houston

Off Key Cleveland QB questionable Green Bay QB questionable

AHL

MEN’S COLLEGE WEDNESDAY’S SCORES

OKLAHOMA CITY 3 p.m. WCUU

GA 51 55 84 56 53

NOTE: Two points are awarded for a win, one point for an overtime or shootout loss. Wednesday’s Games Albany 6, Springfield 4 Bridgeport 1, Adirondack 0 Rochester 6, Utica 1 Iowa 5, San Antonio 4, SO Thursday’s Games Toronto at Lake Erie, 6 p.m. Rockford at Charlotte, 6 p.m. Tuesday’s Games Texas 5, Oklahoma City 4

NCAA Basketball FAVORITE LINE UNDERDOG at Mississippi St. 5 TCU at Missouri 5½ West Virginia Providence 7½ at Rhode Island Dartmouth 1 at N. Illinois at Vanderbilt 9 Marshall at Kansas St. 1½ Mississippi San Diego St. 9 at San Diego at VCU 14½ E. Kentucky Rider 1 at Monmouth at Air Force 2½ South Dakota at Seton Hall 14½ LIU at Georgetown 20 High Point NBA FAVORITE LINE O/U UNDERDOG Miami 4½ (192) at Bulls New York 1 (192½) at Brooklyn L.A. Clippers 3 (193½) at Memphis FAVORITE Blackhawks at Toronto at Pittsburgh N.Y. Rangers Boston at Tampa Bay Winnipeg at Nashville at St. Louis Colorado

NHL LINE UNDERDOG -130 at Minnesota -120 Dallas -115 San Jose -165 at Buffalo -120 at Montreal -130 Ottawa -120 at Florida -125 Carolina -230 N.Y. Islanders -130 at Edmonton

LINE +110 +100 -105 +145 +100 +110 +100 +105 +190 +110

PREPS BOYS BASKETBALL FAITH LUTHERAN 56, ELGIN ACADEMY 52 MCHENRY 59. WAUCONDA 48 McHenry Wauconda

14 7 19 19 — 59 8 10 13 17 — 48

McHenry (59) Freund 6 4-5 18, Postal 3 1-2 7, Lersch 0 0-1 0, Johnson 5 5-6 18, Bellich 3 0-1 8, Higgin 2 0-0 4, Preston 1 2-4 4. Totals: 20 12-14 59. Three-point goals: McHenry 7 (Johnson 3, Freund 2, Bellich 2). Tota Fouls: Wauconda 19, McHenry 12.

MARIAN CENTRAL 52, CRYSTAL LAKE CENTRAL 43 MC CLC

10 15 13 14 — 52 12 9 9 13 — 43

MC (52) Pischke 5 5-6 17, Waytula 1 1-1 3, Drivas 1 0-0 2, Lindell 2 0-0 4, Caldez 2 4-5 9, Schnepf 3 0-0 7, Ricchiuto 4 2-5 10. Totals: 18 12-18 52. CLC (43) Murphy 3 6-7 13, Vesely 1 0-0 3, Fritz 2 2-4 7, Price 2 2-2 7, Ortner 1 0-0 2, Ryberg 1 0-0 2, Koch 4 1-3 9. Totals: 14 11-16 43. Three-point goals: Marian Central 4 (Pischke 2, Caldez, Schnepf) Crystal Lake Central 4 (Murphy, Fritz, Price, Vesely). Team Fouls: Marian Central 16, Crystal Lake Central 16. Fouled out: Fritz (CLC).

CRYSTAL LAKE SOUTH 70, WOODSTOCK 50 CL South Woodstock

20 17 23 10 — 70 12 12 11 15 — 50

CRYSTAL LAKE SOUTH (70) Thomas 0-2-2-2, Mahoney 0-4-4-4, Johnson 4-0-0-11, Rogers 9-8-16-26, Friesen 2-2-4-6, Baker 5-0-0-13, Wagner 1-0-0-2, Buckner 1-2-4-4, Reich 0-1-2-1, Schingel 0-1-2-1. Totals: 22-20-34-70. WOODSTOCK (50) Ferguson 2-2-2-8, Kohley 3-0-1-8, Sutter 3-2-2-8, Stoneking 4-3-4-11, Layoff 1-0-0-3, Kubiak 4-2-2-10, Grisolia 0-2-2-2. Totals: 17-11-13-50. Three-point goals: Crystal Lake

South 6 (Johnson 3, Baker 3), Woodstock 5 (Ferguson 2, Kohley 2, Layoff). Technical fouls: Woodstock- Kohley.

WOODSTOCK NORTH 61, HARVARD 48 Harvard 17 11 12 8 – 48 Woodstock North 17 8 18 18 – 61 HARVARD (48) Carrera 5 1-2 12, Nolen 5 2-4 13, Sanchez 1 0-0 2, Martin 3 2-3 8, Miller 2 0-2 4, Schneider 2 0-0 5, Iftner 0 0-0 0, Vargas 1 0-0 2, Musgrove 0 0-0 0, Rivera 1 0-0 2, MacKenzie 0 0-1 0, Smith 0 0-0 0. Totals: 20 5-12 48. WOODSTOCK NORTH (61) Jandron 2 6-9 10, Ortiz 6 1-2 14, Niese 0 1-2 1, Creighton 6 2-4 14, Herscha 8 5-5 21, Devore 0 1-4 1, Petersen 0 0-0 0, Basaran 0 0-0 0. Totals: 22 16-24 61. 3-point goals: Harvard 3 (Nolen, Carrera, Schneider), Woodstock North 1 (Ortiz). Total fouls: Harvard 17, Woodstock North 14. Fouled out: Nolen.

GIRLS BASKETBALL CARY-GROVE 69, ANTIOCH 64 Antioch Cary-Grove

15 24 11 10 4 — 64 8 21 16 15 9 — 69

Cary-Grove (69) Priester 1 0-0 2, Jakubicek 1 2-2 4, Josefowicz 1 0-0 3, Sopchyk 1 0-0 1, Jones 1 0-0 2, Barker 4 13-13 22, Clemment 1 2-4 2, Cunningham 7 1-4 15, Wilczynski 1 3-4 5, Glaysher 2 5-6 9. Totals: 20 26-33 69. Antioch (64) Gallimore 8 6-6 23, A. Reiser 3 1-3 7, Duehr 2 4-4 8, McCameron 5 2-2 12, Zogran 2 0-0 6, Johnson 1 0-0 2, K. Reiser 2 2-3 6. Totals: 23 15-18 64. Three-point goals: Cary-Grove 3 (Josefowicz, Sopchyk, Barker). Antioch 3 (Zogran 2, Gallimore). Team Fouls: Antioch 24, Cary-Grove 18.

MARENGO 42, WINNEBAGO 39 Marengo Winnebago

3 10 14 15 —42 8 15 4 12 —39

Marengo (42) Martin 0 1-2 1, Tautges 2 2-8 6, Hoeske 4 6-10 14, Hammortree 1 0-0 3, Grimscheid 2 0-2 4, Carlson 2 2-3 7, Johnston 3 1-4 7. Totals: 14 12-29 42. Winnebago (39) Niday 3 4-6 10, Burkharis 3 0-5 6, Williams 2 0-1 4, Steffenhagen 0 2-2 2,

Misuraca 2 2-2 6, Winters 1 0-0 2, Caltagerone 3 1-1 9. Totals: 14 9-17 39. Three-point goals: Marengo 2 (Hammortree, Carlson). Winnebago 2 (Caltagerone 2). Total fouls: Marengo 21, Winnebago 19. Fouled out: Johnston (M).

SCHEDULE Thursday, Dec. 5 Boys Basketball: Johnsburg at Antioch, 7 p.m. Girls Basketball: Wheaton St. Francis at Marian Central, 6:30 p.m., Alden-Hebron at Rockford Christian Life, Faith Lutheran vs. IMSA, North Boone at Harvard, Woodstock North at Woodstock 7 p.m. Wrestling: Hampshire at Crystal Lake Central, Harvard at Rockford Lutheran, Marian Central at Lake Forest Triangular, 5:30 p.m.; Richmond-Burton at Winnebago, Woodstock North at McHenry, 6 p.m.; Cary-Grove at Huntley, 6:15 p.m.; Johnsburg at Grayslake Central, Woodstock at Grayslake North, Crystal Lake South at Dundee-Crown, Jacobs at Prairie Ridge, 6:30 p.m. Boys Bowling: Huntley at Marengo, Larkin at McHenry, 4:30 p.m. Girls Bowling: Huntley at Grayslake North, 4 p.m.; Dundee-Crown at Woodstock, Jacobs at Grayslake Central, Johnsburg at McHenry, 4:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6 Boys Basketball: Immaculate Conception at Marian Central, 6:30 p.m.; Luther North at Alden-Hebron, CaryGrove at Carmel, Byron at Richmond-Burton, Winnebago at Marengo, Rockford Lutheran at Harvard, 7 p.m. Girls Basketball: Johnsburg at Woodstock North, 7 p.m. Boys Swimming: Huntley at IMSA, 5 p.m. Wrestling: Cary-Grove at Marist Triangular, 5 p.m.; Marengo at South Elgin, 5:30 p.m.; Grayslake North at Crystal Lake Central, 6 p.m.; Woodstock at Johnsburg, 6:30 p.m. Girls Bowling: Larkin at McHenry, 4:30 p.m.; Huntley at South Elgin, 4:40 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 Boys Basketball: Huntley at Bogan, 1:30 p.m.; Crystal Lake Central at Crystal Lake South, 5 p.m.; Johnsburg at McHenry 6:30 p.m.; Woodstock at Wauconda, Burlington Central at Hampshire, 7 p.m. Girls Basketball: Stoughton at Woodstock North, 4 p.m., Cary-Grove at Prairie Ridge, Crystal Lake Central at Grayslake Central, Crystal Lake South at McHenry, Huntley at Dundee-Crown, Grayslake North at Hampshire, Marengo at Woodstock, 7 p.m.

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Twins share a birthday but ‘FD’ diagnosis is not useful shouldn’t have to share gifts Dear Abby: I’m the proud mother of four beautiful children – a daughter, a son and 8-year-old twin boys. I am having a hard time getting people to understand that my boys, whom I rarely refer to as “twins,” are two SEPARATE people. Every year at Christmas some family members buy gifts for our daughter and our eldest son, and then ONE gift our younger boys are expected to share. Abby, they once received one T-shirt, which was meant for both of them. This also happens on their birthday. Yes, they share a room and they are twins, but they deserve the same respect as their siblings. We have never dressed them alike. They are individuals who should be treated as such like their sister and brother. Christmas is around the corner, and I don’t know how to tell my family members to please buy gifts for both the boys. I realize we have a large family. I don’t expect anyone to go broke. The gift can be a small one. Can you please help me find the right words without sounding greedy? – Mom Of Four In Ottawa Dear Mom: Your relatives don’t appear to be particularly sensitive, or they would already realize children are individuals whether they

DEAR ABBY Jeanne Phillips happen to be wombmates or not. Their “frugality” puts a damper on what are supposed to be happy occasions. It would not be “greedy” to tell them that if they can’t afford a gift for each child – regardless of how small it might be – it would cause fewer hurt feelings if they sent none at all for any of your children. Dear Abby: My boyfriend’s daughter, “Heather,” came to me the other day and told me a girl at school is having sex with a 36-year-old. Abby, the girl is only 13. When I told Heather I wanted to tell a counselor, she begged me not to because she’s new in the school and doesn’t want to be labeled a snitch. I am torn about what to do. I don’t want her mad at me, but I can’t just stand back and let this continue to happen. Heather and I are nine years apart, so I don’t really come across as a parental figure. I don’t know if I should tell her dad or not. Please help. –

Don’t Know What To Do Dear Don’t Know: The girl in question is being raped. The 36-year-old is a predator. What you should do is find

out the girl’s name and then let her parents know what is going on so they can possibly inform the police. If you can’t locate the parents, talk to a counselor at the school, because a counselor is ethically and legally required to report a crime like this. Dear Abby: I recently realized my parents lied about their wedding date. Because of my mother’s age and health, I haven’t told her I know the truth. My father passed away several years ago, so his obituary states the date they always used. When my mother passes, do I state the true date in her obituary or perpetuate the lie? –

Daughter With A Secret Dear Daughter: I think you should do whatever you think your mother would want when the time comes. The ages of the offspring are not usually mentioned in a person’s obituary, and unless your friends read the wedding date with calculators in hand, I doubt they will notice the relationship between your age and the nuptials. But if anyone should be so tasteless as to say anything, just smile and say, “Yes, I was a love child.”

Dear Dr. K: My doctor says I have “functional dyspepsia.” Medications haven’t helped. Could something more serious be wrong? Dear Reader: Dyspepsia is a medical term for persistent upper abdominal pain or discomfort. When doctors use the word “functional,” they mean there is no identifiable cause for the problem. By this definition, the majority of people with dyspepsia may have functional dyspepsia. I dislike the term “functional,” for reasons I’ll explain later. For a diagnosis of functional dyspepsia (FD), a person has to have the following symptoms: fullness after meals, an appetite that is quickly quieted by a meal and burning or pain in the high middle part of the stomach. In addition, there has to be no evidence of anything being wrong (such as an ulcer) in the anatomy of the esophagus (swallowing tube), stomach or small intestine. Lastly, the symptoms have to have been present for at least three months. Before you can be given a diagnosis of FD, the doctor should have done tests to look for an underlying condition that could explain the

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symptoms, such as an ulcer or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). You may be tested for the bacteria that cause many ulcers: H. pylori. You also may have an upper endoscopy. During this uncomfortable but nonsurgical procedure, a flexible scope is passed through your mouth and down into the esophagus and stomach to look for abnormalities. Unfortunately, no truly effective drug exists to treat FD. Your doctor may prescribe drugs to decrease contractions in the gastrointestinal tract or rid the gut of excess gas. Low doses of tricyclic antidepressants also may improve symptoms. Herbal remedies are worth a try. Enteric-coated peppermint oil and caraway oil can reduce fullness, bloating and gastrointestinal spasms. (Peppermint oil may trigger reflux if you are predisposed to it.) Finally, your symptoms may improve through lifestyle modifications. I’ve put a detailed list of helpful mod-

ifications on my website. So why do I dislike the word “functional” – whether it’s attached to dyspepsia or any other condition? Because it implies the problem isn’t “real.” It says a person is faking or exaggerating symptoms to gain something – attention, sympathy, even money. “Functional” conditions are defined as symptoms without an identifiable cause for the problem. No cause may have yet been “identified,” but that does not mean that a cause will not be identified in the future. We doctors are supposed to figure out the cause of a person’s symptoms. When we can’t, we may regard it as a failure. And since we don’t like to fail, sometimes we react by implying or saying: “There’s nothing wrong with you. It’s all in your head.” In my opinion, for a doctor to use the term “functional dyspepsia” is to play a sad old game: Blame the victim. Instead of playing that game, why not try even harder to find causes of the symptoms?

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NFL PREVIEW

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POWER RANKINGS

How all 32 NFL teams stack up heading into Week 14, according to Hub Arkush: Knowshon Moreno

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1. Seattle Seahawks

2. Carolina Panthers

3. Denver Broncos

4. New England Patriots

Like Denzel Washington’s Titans, Seahawks left no doubt.

They have the league’s longest winning streak and hottest defense.

They are hard to trust, but they certainly took care of the Chiefs.

Good teams win even when they play poorly.

Vernon Davis

Drew Brees

Alex Smith

Marvin Jones

St. Louis Rams defensive end Robert Quinn (left) recovers a fumble after knocki quarter of the Rams’ 42-21 victory over the Bears on Nov. 24 in St. Louis. Quinn

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5. San Francisco 49ers

6. New Orleans Saints

7. Kansas City Chiefs

8. Cincinnati Bengals

Sunday’s game against the Seahawks can define Niners’ season.

Even if they got to Super Bowl, they can’t play it at home.

Apparently they’re not ready to run with the big dogs.

The defense is for real, but can quarterback Andy Dalton win a playoff game?

Nick Foles

Andrew Luck

Nate Allen

Chip Kelly

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9. Indianapolis Colts

10. Detroit Lions

11. Philadelphia Eagles

12. Arizona Cardinals

Taking care of business, but raising as many questions as they answer.

They have the talent to fit here, still don’t know about the heads.

Victory over Cardinals moved them up a tier.

Still just the seventh-best team in the NFC.

13. Dallas Cowboys

23. Oakland Raiders

OK, Tony Romo, time to play in December.

14. Baltimore Ravens

“A” for effort in Dallas; they just don’t have the horses yet.

24. New York Jets

For all their warts, they still control own playoff destiny.

15. Miami Dolphins

No idea at this point whether Rex Ryan keeps his job or not.

25. Buffalo Bills

Give Joe Philbin credit, these guys could have folded.

16. New York Giants

Never seen a team try as hard to lose as these guys did in Minnesota.

18. Pittsburgh Steelers You believe coach Mike Tomlin didn’t know where he was? I’ve got a bridge to sell you in Brooklyn.

19. Green Bay Packers Who knew Aaron Rodgers was also the best defensive player on the team?

27. Jacksonville Jaguars

22. Tennessee Titans Does anyone get who these guys are trying to be?

• BEARS

So it looks like Gus Bradley knows exactly what he’s doing.

28. Cleveland Browns When Caleb Hanie comes to town, you know you’re in trouble.

29. Minnesota Vikings Christian Ponder, Josh Freeman, Matt Cassel ... Teddy Bridgewater?

30. Atlanta Falcons Big win in Buffalo but, oh, how the mighty have fallen.

31. Washington Redskins That’s a pretty nice pick the Rams are getting, huh?

21. St. Louis Rams Yeah, 11 penalties for 105 yards usually will get you beat.

BEARS INSIDER Hub Arkush used them on four offensive linemen (Dennis Lick, Ted Albrecht, Keith Van Horne), three defensive linemen (Dan Hampton, Al Harris and Dave Gallagher), two linebackers (Waymond Bryant and Otis Wilson) and one quarterback (Jim McMahon), one running back (Walter Payton) and one receiver (Willie Gault). The fact that two of his picks also were Hall of Famers Payton and Hampton, of course, helped. But the fact is his formula worked everywhere he went. So, knowing what we think we know now about the current Bears, what should they do in the upcoming 2014 draft and free agency? I’ll bet you know what I’m about to say. Phil Emery is off to a good start. His first two picks have been defensive end Shea McClellin (actually a linebacker at Boise State) and offensive lineman Kyle Long. And if he wants to win, he’ll keep his focus right where it’s been.

McCaskey, Phillips also ma

Still deserve points for not quitting on Greg Schiano.

20. San Diego Chargers 41 at Kansas City last week; 10 at home vs. the Bengals?

The Bears have enjoyed one extended period of excellence in my lifetime. From 1984 through 1991, the Bears were one of the best teams in the NFL, winning one Super Bowl, playing in three NFC title games and going to the playoffs every year but 1989. Even though he resigned as general manager in 1983 after the death of George Halas and the arrival of Michael McCaskey, NFL Hall of Famer Jim Finks was the architect of those teams. He also was a friend of my dad and one of the folks who took me under his wing to learn the game as a young reporter after my dad died and I took over Pro Football Weekly. One of the first things he taught me was the rule he used to build Super Bowl teams in Minnesota and Chicago, and a contender in New Orleans before he passed away. Finks believed that championship teams are built on the offensive and defensive lines, and he always practiced what he preached. In the 10 NFL drafts he oversaw for the Bears, he had 12 first-round picks and he

How many more guys can get hurt?

26. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Disappointing, but still winners of five of their past six games.

17. Bears

Championshi offensive, def

32. Houston Texans Still can’t believe they’re here – right back in the hunt next year?

Continued from page C1 With donations through his charity, Goulden Touch, the kicker rallied 13 other Bears, plus chairman George McCaskey and president/CEO Ted Phillips to travel to Washington on the team’s off day. They visited with football players and students at Washington High School and toured ravaged neighborhoods, helping to move rubble and speaking with neighbors. The night of the storm, Gould called cornerback Sher-

rick McManis, a Peoria native who had grown up playing football games and basketball tournaments in Washington. “He really got it together,” McManis said. “The Bears backed him up on it.” They wanted to go sooner, but Washington neighborhoods had been closed to outsiders. Two weeks ago, Gould, McManis and others went to Coal City, home of another tornado touchdown. “This was Robbie’s idea,” McCaskey said. “His teammates are supporting him, and it’s great to see. “That’s the kind of person he

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‘House of Cards’ returns in February

Puerto Ricans honor Walker

The second season of Netflix’s political thriller, “House of Cards,” will debut on Valentine’s Day next year. All 13 episodes will be available immediately Feb. 14. The Los Gatos, Calif., company says the show, starring Kevin Spacey, Robin Wright and Kate Mara, will follow Washington politicos Francis and Claire Underwood on “their ruthless rise to power.” Meanwhile, Zoe Barnes, the reporter played by Mara, “is inching closer to the truth” about Underwood’s crimes. “House of Cards” has become Netflix’s signature original series, with the show taking home three Emmys for casting, directing and cinematography in September.

Puerto Rico police have issued more than 100 tickets to drivers who organized a caravan to honor “Fast & Furious” actor Paul Walker and created massive traffic jams across the island’s capital. Walker had traveled to Puerto Rico in mid-2010 to film the movie’s fifth installment in San Juan and nearby areas. Police traffic coordinator Jorge Hernandez told reporters Wednesday officers issued at least 72 speeding tickets and detained six people suspected of drunk driving. He said drivers late Tuesday closed down a tunnel in San Juan and a bridge near Puerto Rico’s main international airport. He said two main highways also became heavily congested.

Producer testifies he believed O’Neal stole Warhol A reality television producer has told a jury that he believes Ryan O’Neal stole an Andy Warhol portrait of Farrah Fawcett from the late actress’ home. Craig Nevius testified Wednesday he made the conclusion, in part, based on conversations he had with Fawcett. Nevius collaborated with Fawcett on the reality series “Chasing Farrah” and a documentary on her battle with cancer. He provided the University of Texas at Austin with photos and video footage that are being used as evidence in the university’s fight against O’Neal over ownership of the artwork. O’Neal testified Monday he was given the portrait by Warhol in 1980 and removed it from her condominium with permission of the trustee of Fawcett’s estate. The actress left all her artwork to her alma mater.

Godot cast as Wonder Woman Wonder Woman is finally coming to the big screen. Israel-born actress Gal Gadot has been cast as Wonder Woman in Warner Bros.’ superhero team-up film with Batman and Superman, the studio announced Wednesday. Already starring in the currently untitled film are Ben Affleck as Batman and Henry Cavill as Superman. Created in the 1940s and outfitted in patriotic colors, Wonder Woman was most famously played by Lynda Carter in the 1970s “Wonder Woman” television series. But despite the character’s considerable cultural impact, Wonder Woman hasn’t previously made it into the movies. Wonder Woman’s inclusion in the film brings it closer to a full gathering of DC Comics’ Justice League, which also features the Flash, Aquaman and others. Warner Bros. hasn’t announced any further castings in the film, except that it will return many of the stars of Zac Snyder’s Superman reboot “Man of Steel.” Gadot is a former model who competed for Israel in the 2004 Miss Universe pageant. She has starred in several of the “Fast & Furious” films, including “Fast & Furious 6,” released earlier this year. “Wonder Woman is arguably one of the most powerful female characters of all time and a fan favorite in the DC Universe,” Snyder said in a statement. “Not only is Gal an amazing actress, but she also has that magical quality that makes her perfect for the role.” A sequel to Snyder’s “Man of Steel,” the Batman-Superman film is set to begin production early next year, and to be released in July 2015.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAYS Singer Little Richard is 81. Opera singer Jose Carreras is 67. Singer Jim Messina (Loggins and Messina, Poco) is 66. Actor Brian Backer (“Fast Times at Ridgemont High”) is 57. Country singer Tyler England is 50. Singer-guitarist John Rzeznik of The Goo Goo Dolls is 48. Country singer Gary Allan is 46. Comedian Margaret Cho is 45. Actress Alex Kapp Horner (“The New Adventures of Old Christine”) is 44. Bassist Regina Zernay of Cowboy Mouth is 41. Actress Paula Patton is 38. Actress Amy Acker (“Angel”) is 37. Singer Keri Hilson is 31. Actor Frankie Muniz (“Malcolm in the Middle”) is 28. Actor Ross Bagley (“Fresh Prince of Bel-Air”) is 25.

Russell’s Brooklyn home burglarized New York City police say thieves broke into Keri Russell’s Brooklyn home while she was sleeping and stole a laptop, jewelry and a purse. The 37-year-old star of the FX show “The Americans” was asleep when she heard footsteps and voices at about 3 a.m. Wednesday. Police say she then found a window and front door open and her belongings missing. She called 911 but didn’t see the intruders. It wasn’t clear if anyone else was home at the time. Soon after, a 70-year-old neighbor awoke to find a burglar inside and called 911 with a description. Police canvassed the area and arrested a father and son. Some of the stolen property was recovered. Police say the two are being investigated as possible suspects in the burglary at Russell’s home.

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Revival underway at Patriot Estates subdivision in McHenry Jerry Kuyper McHENRY – The Patriot Estates subdivision has been revived. In a sales coma since the country’s economic collapse of 2008, the revival has taken its first steps. The first step by subdivision developers Brian and John Cunat was to bring Casey Voris, a Realtor with Prudential First Realty, on board in late October. The second step was taken by Voris. He immediately put

four houses on the market. “We have four specs built in the last two years ready for immediate delivery,” Voris said. “Here is the difference between what we are doing today and what had been done before. The company in charge of sales before I came on board used these houses as models for sales purposes. The models themselves were not for sale but were there to show potential customers what a particular design looked like. Well, we want to sell these things.” Voris said the former showpieces should be sold by the end of March 2014. The four represent differ-

ent designs in the Residences neighborhood of the subdivision, which is bordered north and west by Bull Valley and Crystal Lake roads. When the subdivision is completed, Patriot Estates will consist of 101 ranch single-family houses in the Residences neighborhood, 100 single-family duplexes in a section dubbed the Manors and 204 town houses in the Villas area. Construction is underway on a new town house building in the Villas. “At the Manors, we are on hold for the time being,” Voris said.

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New single-family housing on the market at Patriot Estates includes a 1,380-square-foot Franklin ranch model. The subdivision is on McHenry’s southwest side.

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$86,000, 67 Pine Cir, Cary 60013-1546, 1912-105-017, Federal Home Loan Mtg Corp To Jeffrey Wills & Kristen Wills, November 1 $90,000, 65 Willow Cir, Cary 60013-1557, 19-12-106-006, Federal National Mortgage Assn To Vincent Burgess, October 30 $108,000, 1452 New Haven Dr, Cary 60013-1808, 19-15-229-027, Fannie Mae To Robin M Hill, October 31 $110,000, 300 Jandus Rd 106, Cary 60013-

2904, 20-18-331-002, Ridgestone Bank To Donald Coggswell, November 4 $130,500, 566 W Main St, Cary 600132017, 19-13-129-014, Dian S Adamczyk To Joe Alan Araiza, November 1 $150,000, 425 Bristol Way, Cary 600131679, 20-07-408-012, Robert R Parker To Bristol Way Land Trust, October 30 $158,500, 646 W Main St, Cary 600132018, 19-13-103-026, Tommy R Reidl To Daniel King & Trina King, October 30 $161,000, 116 W Margaret Ter, Cary 60013-2156, 19-12-428-018, Steuer Trust To Nicholas A Ludford, November 1 $168,000, 560 Norman Dr, Cary 600132068, 19-12-377-015, Crystal Pauley To Thomas R Foster & Melissa J Dunk, November 4 $170,000, 302 Machelle Dr, Cary 600132338, 20-08-228-004, Brett E Carlson To Sarah K Armbruster, November 1 $235,000, 327 Parkstone Dr, Cary 600131171, 20-06-326-023, Federal National Mortgage Assn To William E Young & Linda J Young, November 1 $252,000, 360 Foxford Dr, Cary 600131172, 20-06-453-001, Cengiz Barlas To Anil K Nayak, November 4 $278,000, 341 Carl Sands Dr, Cary 600133111, 20-07-459-004, David W Lawrence To Vanessa A Malo Kurzinski & Mark Kurzinski, November 4 $285,000, 6103 Londonderry Dr, Cary 60013-1246, 19-01-155-002, Dorothy Greene To Barbara J Grothjan, October 31 $298,500, 327 High Rd, Cary 60013-2629, 19-13-406-006, Patricia Opfer To Simon G

Lodge & Kimberly A E Odge, November 1 $369,000, 394 Sterling Cir, Cary 600131508, 19-01-452-019, Jeffrey D Manz To Shawn P Friel & Marcia L Friel, October 31 $435,000, 8306 Gage Ln, Cary 60013-6118, 20-17-228-008, Jill Rosedale To David Beeson & Leah Beeson, October 31 $485,000, 2917 Grove Ln, Cary 600132421, 19-24-152-038, Dennis V Herrmann To Kimberly A Long, October 30

CRYSTAL LAKE $79,000, 325 Lake St 2B, Crystal Lake 60014-5765, 19-05-356-008, Betlinski Trust To Albert B Loda & Kimberly K Relaz, October 31 $108,000, 7403 Birch St, Crystal Lake 60014-8106, 19-10-154-009, Erik Mills To James Joseph Avolio & Rebecca A Avolio, November 4 $128,000, 755 Nottingham Ln, Crystal Lake 60014-7637, 19-08-180-003, Deutsche Bank Natl Trt Co Ttee To Srp Sub Llc, November 1 $143,000, 501 Rockland Rd, Crystal Lake 60014-4121, 14-31-477-030, Lender Sales Of Illinois Llc To Todd M Hopp, October 30 $155,500, 1747 Bradford Ln, Crystal Lake 60014-2018, 19-19-252-002, Wells Fargo Bank Trustee To William J Chrisos Sr & Cynthia G Chrisos, October 31 $175,000, 3615 N Oak Knoll Rd, Crystal Lake 60012-2054, 14-26-127-007, Timothy L Mcjoynt To Erik Martin & Meghan Martin, October 31 $175,000, 1000 Sandalwood Ln, Crystal Lake 60014-8374, 18-12-452-009, Larry A Schlarb To Aaron Adams & Jamie Adams,

October 30 $210,000, 71 Burning Bush Trl, Crystal Lake 60012-3618, 14-29-476-008, Joseph F Salomone To Richard C Gowers & Ashley A Gowers, November 4 $225,000, 6818 Hillcrest Dr, Crystal Lake 60012-3216, 14-29-326-009, Catherine M Boll To Denise Marie Wertz, November 4 $230,000, 224 Shipland Dr, Crystal Lake 60012-3348, 14-29-327-012, John W Adam To Charles Chidley & Catherine R Chidley, November 1 $257,484, 151 Illinois St, Crystal Lake 60014-4452, 14-33-307-005, Bank Of America Na To Hud, October 30 $262,000, 400 Reserve Dr, Crystal Lake 60012-3400, 14-31-228-014, Stephen Mueller To Ryan P Ludwig & Jessica M Ludwig, October 31 $295,000, 1612 Autumncrest Dr, Crystal Lake 60014-2959, 18-13-481-010, Carlo A Agnello To Ryan Mitchell & Alison Mitchell, November 1 $339,000, 128 Ashton Ln, Crystal Lake 60014-6239, 19-04-226-047, Steven W Sebastian To Drew Habura & Shawna N Habura, November 1

FOX RIVER GROVE $146,000, 608 Algonquin Rd, Fox River Grove 60021-1416, 20-19-276-022, Erick C Martin To Marlies Dekluyver, November 1 $411,000, 1038 Heather Ct, Fox River Grove 60021-1355, 20-20-227-004, Clisby W Jarrard Iii To William D Pitcher, October 31

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• PATRIOT Continued from page E1 He is concentrating on the Residences. “Right now, of the 101 single-family homes that can be built there, 16 are standing. That means, besides the four now for sale, there are 11 others that have been sold and have families living in them,” Voris said. “Then there is one house that is new but not sold as the Cunat brothers are letting a family live in it for the time being. “The Cunats have a member of their church (Holy Apostles Catholic Church, which is next door to Patriot Estates) who lives in that house,” Voris said. “That family is moving to the South but needed a place to stay for a year or so, and the Cunats arranged that for them. The Cunats are very philanthropic and well-known for what they do for the community. When you talk McHenry, the Cunats are part of that conversation.” The four for sale include floor plans of the Jackson, Jefferson and Franklin. All four designs include two bedrooms, two bathrooms, attached two-car garage and a basement. Each sits on an 80-foot-by-120-foot lot. The 1,200-square-foot Jackson (house and lot) with a three-season room is priced from $169,500. The 1,380-square-foot Franklin is priced from $190,500 and the 1,380-square-foot Jefferson from $199,500. These prices reflect a substantial reduction from 2007 and 2008 when prices started at $249,900, but an economic recession hit the country. “We are trying to get these sold, and at today’s pricing they will get sold, and I project they will be sold long before the end of March,” Voris said. There are no special assessments, such as a Special Service Area tax, but there is an annual $500 home owners association fee, which includes membership in the nearby Greens of Irish Prairie Health Club. That facility has indoor and outdoor swimming pools, exercising equipment, a putting green, basketball and volleyball courts. The association fee covers exterior building, common areas and driveway maintenance, landscaping, accounting, legal and management services. In some new housing developments, an SSA tax is set up for improvements made by the developer and collected by local governments. Patriot Estates is within city limits and is served by municipal water and sewer systems, plus street maintenance, police and fire protection and garbage pickup. The subdivision is designed for buyers 55 and older. “Only one person living there has to be 55 or older and it does not have to be the owner,” Voris said. “For example, you could have a 55-year-old

Continued from E1

HARVARD $560,000, 8906 White Oaks Rd, Harvard 60033-8311, 01-20-100-001, Helena R Burton Estate To Beetstra Trust, November 1

HUNTLEY $81,500, 11307 Dean St, Huntley 60142-9647, 18-33-130-006, William T Vanwazer To Freedom Properties Inc, November 1 $98,500, 11239 Douglas Ave, Huntley 60142-6942, 18-28-437-002, Judicial Sales Corp To Ah4r Il4 Llc, November 1 $104,500, 11239 Douglas Ave, Huntley 60142-6942, 18-28-437-002, Ah4r Il 4 Llc To American Homes 4 Rent Properti, November 1 $145,000, 13244 W Essex Ln, Huntley 60142-7704, 18-31-426-066, Jonagan Trust To Balaton Trust, October 31 $166,500, 13154 W Essex Ln, Huntley 60142-7705, 18-31-426-075, Carlos R F Valente To Brian Dougal & Patricia Dougal, October 30 $174,000, 11908 Brunschon Ln, Huntley 60142-6036, 18-21-352-011, Ryland Group Inc To Elizabeth A Bloom, November 4 $210,000, 10422 Auburn Ct, Huntley 60142-9000, 18-27-402-002, Johnathan Lindquist To Marie M Regalado, November 4 $242,712, 11730 Niagra Ln, Huntley 60142-6741, 18-34-402-009, Bank Of America Na To Hud, October 30 $245,000, 9381 Diana Ln, Huntley 60142-2456, 18-21-280-029, Fannie

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Kitchens in new housing at Patriot Estates subdivision in McHenry can include a center island, wood cabinetry and multiple appliances.

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A master suite is offered in ranch models for sale at McHenry’s Patriot Estates subdivision. groom and a 25-year-old bride, and the bride could be the owner. All that is required is that someone 55 or older is living in the house.” For information, call Casey Voris, 815-482 8200, email kcv@mc.net or visit www. rbroker.com. Those interested

also can call Voris or sales representative Dianne Ocheskey at 815-679-6766 or visit www.patriotestates.com. On site sales hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays or by appointment. “After we came on board

in charge of sales, we got going right away by putting these new houses, which were already built, on the market. That was an easy move to make as we based that decision by doing some market research. I visited several other subdivisions in the area

and they were selling right and left,” Voris said. “One of those subdivisions was in McHenry County (Talamore in Huntley) and the other in Kane County (Pingree Grove). What they had going for them were the specs (houses built on speculation

that they will be sold soon). Well, we had these four specs ready to go and it was obvious the real estate market was really rebounding. The time was ripe for us to put these four single-family houses on the market and they are ready for move-in today.”

Mae To Andrew V Bullon Sr, October 30 $299,500, 11190 Fitzgerald Ln, Huntley 60142-7035, 18-32-201-030, Drh Cambridge Homes Inc To George B Shaw Jr & Denise A Shaw, November 4 $317,500, 9632 Baumgartner St, Huntley 60142-6021, 18-21-303-004, Ryland Group Inc To Michael Slavik & Meredith J Slavik, November 4

4 Rent Properti, November 1 $165,000, 5370 Sullivan Pass, Lake In The Hills 60156-6239, 18-26-179003, Christopher A Erwin To Randall R Truckenbrodt, October 31 $200,000, 3651 Chadwick Ln, Lake In The Hills 60156-6812, 18-15-427-012, Gary A Oliverio To Elm Street Homes Llc, October 31 $212,000, 7 Elizabeth Ct, Lake In The Hills 60156-1597, 19-21-451-028, Federal National Mortgage Assn To Serc Llc, October 30 $216,000, 5 Rochelle Ct, Lake In The Hills 60156-6328, 18-15-476-006, Sblendorio Trust To Martin D Hendricks & Susan J Hendricks, November 1 $228,000, 5020 Highwood Ln, Lake In The Hills 60156-6806, 18-14-304006, Michael J Hlavacek To Sukhmani Kaur Saini, November 4 $232,500, 4655 Barharbor Dr, Lake In The Hills 60156-1077, 18-23-401-047, Filoteo A Devilleres Jr To Cerim Useini & Nurije Useini, October 30 $250,000, 124 Hickory Rd, Lake In The Hills 60156-1379, 19-29-226-003, Brian Henrickson To Peter Van Dorpe, November 1 $328,000, 281 Course Dr, Lake In The Hills 60156-4479, 19-30-153-015, Westenberger Trust To Frank E Anderson Jr, November 1 $385,000, 4760 Coyote Lakes Cir, Lake In The Hills 60156-6511, 18-25176-013, Plote Homes Llc To David V Delghingaro, November 1

60051-8630, 10-32-279-053, Brian W Odom To Tiffany D Buehrer, November 4

$133,000, 5524 W Sherman Dr, Mchenry 60050-3366, 09-28-204-003, William M Warzecha To Albert Desimone & Judith Desimone, October 30 $145,000, 1606 N Ramble Rd, Mchenry 60050-3845, 09-27-252-018, Josephine Wolniak To Tracy M Pahl, November 1 $164,000, 1112 Hollywood Blvd, Mchenry 60050-8213, 14-11-203-007, Clinton M Greve To Vincent Brancato & Antoinette Brancato, October 31 $242,000, 3107 Judy Ln, Mchenry 60050-5754, 09-35-279-005, Daniel J Marcinko To Matthew E Mayer & Julie T Mayer, November 4 $250,000, 2502 Orchard Beach Rd, Mchenry 60050-2856, 09-24-405-011, Devon Bank To David A Zelinske & Karen S Wells Zelinske, November 1

$129,000, 815 Oak St, Woodstock 60098-2258, 13-06-176-001, Kirk Von Lanken To Robert Mecklenburg & Shirley Mecklenburg, November 1 $144,500, 824 Queen Anne St, Woodstock 60098-2845, 13-05-153005, Donovan Day To Mark Arctander, October 30 $167,500, 1752 Roger Rd, Woodstock 60098-2797, 08-33-156-009, Centex Homes To Joshua M Lunsford, October 30 $177,500, 675 Dane St, Woodstock 60098-2218, 13-06-401-008, Kelly J Glass To Caroline Nemoda & Kathy Ann Meyer, October 31 $201,000, 790 Butterfield Rd, Woodstock 60098-2772, 08-32-281-020, Centex Homes To Brian M Osterhout & Anne E Osterhout, October 30 $215,000, 4903 Brockham Ct, Woodstock 60098-8754, 08-07-102-006, Federal Home Loan Mtg Corp To Erica Pauley, November 4 $235,000, 716 Indian Trce, Woodstock 60098-9636, 07-35-251-006, Pennymac Loan Trustee To Daniel A Wills & Julie Bozza Wills, October 30 $242,500, 1020 Heron Way, Woodstock 60098-7493, 13-10-351-032, Willis C Clark Estate To L&m Properties Llc, November 1 $283,500, 605 Handel Ln, Woodstock 60098-8163, 08-29-477-020, Maples Atsonatas Llc To Betty J Kantner, October 31 $362,000, 14110 Perkins Rd, Woodstock 60098-7330, 12-24-400-020, Sodergren Trust To Amadea Isa Brayden & Amanda A Biesen, November 1

JOHNSBURG $335,000, 1407 Sunnyside Beach Dr, Johnsburg 60051-6938, 10-18-205-016, First Midwest Bank Trustee To Robert B Denley & Roberta M Denley, October 30

LAKE IN THE HILLS $84,500, 414 Village Creek Dr, Lake In The Hills 60156-4809, 19-20-352031, Karsten Haugen To Sarah Newren & Felipe Bonzalez, October 30 $102,000, 301 Wander Way, Lake In The Hills 60156-1341, 19-29-201010, R S T Inc Mfg To Christine Babik, November 4 $103,000, 4695 Magnolia Ln, Lake In The Hills 60156-6283, 18-14-456-040, Susan A Adams To Aurelio Aguilar, October 31 $113,500, 113 Pheasant Trl, Lake In The Hills 60156-1240, 19-29-177-017, Frank Skorija To Edith Wirtz, October 31 $116,500, 2 Grant Ave, Lake In The Hills 60156-3304, 19-20-303-029, Us Bank Na To Residential Recovery Capital, November 1 $142,000, 5 Litchfield Ct, Lake In The Hills 60156-5954, 18-23-177-012, Judicial Sales Corp To American Homes

LAKEMOOR $80,000, 674 Morris Ct, Lakemoor

MARENGO $105,000, 821 Royal Oak Dr, Marengo 60152-3507, 11-35-478-016, Joseph Baronak Estate To Kyle W Mckee, November 4 $275,000, 20706 Highview Rd, Marengo 60152-8044, 06-25-177-004, Daniel A Custardo To Jerry E Hanson & Katherine J Hanson, October 31

MCHENRY $70,000, 4276 Savoy Ln, Mchenry 60050-8305, 14-10-489-014, Hud To Troy Roesslein & Janet Roesslein, November 1 $80,000, 4916 Willow Ln, Mchenry 60050-3646, 09-27-106-038, Michael J Carparelli To Douglas A Mattos & Christina F Mullen, October 31 $89,000, 913 Hilltop Blvd, Mchenry 60050-8202, 14-02-455-014, Ruben J Rodriguez To Elm Street Homes Llc, October 31 $118,000, 502 N Crestwood Ave, Mchenry 60051-7532, 10-32-304031, Mark Blankschem To Jessica K Gustafson & Nickoas A Gustafson, November 4 $120,000, 5301 N Highland Dr, Mchenry 60050-7739, 10-05-404-028, R & D Property Investments Llc To Dustin Hoffman, November 4 $132,500, 6312 Longford Dr, Mchenry 60050-8067, 09-32-277-008, Intercounty Judicial Sales Co To Custom Development Llc, November 4

WONDER LAKE $60,000, 5112 Wonder Woods Dr, Wonder Lake 60097-9140, 09-06-357027, Michael Krysiak To Brian Burger, October 30 $159,000, 7517 Beach Ct, Wonder Lake 60097-8598, 09-18-202-019, Daniel E Marks To Linda M Vrasich, November 1

WOODSTOCK $72,500, 2420 Lamb Rd, Woodstock 60098-9654, 08-19-476-001, Schulze Trust To Robert Gavers & Lucille Gavers, November 1 $112,000, 794 Duvall Dr, Woodstock 60098-7011, 13-07-152-004, Bernadette Frantz To Long Nguyen & Nga Nguyen, October 31

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Cary

Vacant Land - Marengo

$244,900 ENJOY THE COUNTRY ATMOSPHERE from the deck & gazebo of this 3BR ranch on 1.3 acres w/4th BR & 3rd full bath in the finished bsmt. Family rm w/frpl, formal dining room. Does need a little TLC but great potential. Convenient to all area amenities. MLS#08439860 CENTURY 21 Sketchbook

$375,000 “YULE” LOVE IT 4 BR Cape Cod set on 1.7 acres in the Cary countryside. Absolute move-in condition, open floor plan, hardwood floors, 1st floor master suite, masonry frpl in FR, formal DR & professionally landscaped grounds w/deck & patio. MLS#08418798 CENTURY 21 Sketchbook

$18,850 LIVE EASY FOR LESS! Very spacious home! Two bedrooms (including large master) and two baths. Lots of closet/storage space. Excellent condition! Great location, lovely lot. In a 55 and older community. MLS#08468840 CENTURY 21 Roberts & Andrews

$165,000 IDEALLY LOCATED convenient to town, train, river & park. Cape Cod featuring 1 BR on 1st flr, 2 up & 4th in finished bsmt, 3 full baths. Frpl in LR, hardwd flr in kitchen & DR, 1st flr office/den, kitchenette in bsmt, deck & 2 car garage. MLS#08468072 CENTURY 21 Sketchbook

Gary J Koopman

Blake Bauer

Sharon Lane

815-382-5386

Donna Mosier

Island Lake

Cary

847-639-8700

Cary

847-639-8700

Crystal Lake

A Must See Victorian!

Fox River Grove

847-639-8700

Ranch on 2.6 Acres!!!

$175,000 A RARE FIND Commune with nature in your back yard when you buy this 3BR home on 1+ acres. You’ll need to bring your tools & creativity as this home is in need of some TLC. The Fox River, shopping & train nearby. Barrington schools too! MLS#08480813 CENTURY 21 Sketchbook

Harvard

$219,000 404 Church Street Beautiful Victorian has been completely restored/updated. Some of the many features are: large eat-in Kit w/cherry cabinets, gleaming hardwood floors, fireplace, 2 stairways to 2nd floor,Huge master BA, 3 season room and more RE/MAX Connections II

Harvard

$284,000 21403 Dunham Road Grand 4BR, 3 BA Country Ranch on 2.6 acres! Hardwood flrs, Oak trim, Full finished basment with 2nd kitchen, 3 Car garage, Mature trees, Beautiful views from the great front porch. Horses allowed! Must See!! RE/MAX Connections II

$184,900 ALL THE RIGHT STUFF 4BR Colonial situated on a quiet interior street and boasting of hardwood floors thruout the main level, fireplace in FR, a cedar plank 3-season rm, full basement & nicely sized fenced backyard with storage shed. MLS#08453541 CENTURY 21 Sketchbook

Gary J Koopman

Laura Heinberg

Blake Bauer

847-639-8700

815-568-9000

847-639-8700

UNIQUE home,property!

Johnsburg

$280,000 PRAIRIE VIEW ESTATES! Two-story with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, full basement, fireplace, large foyer, formal dining room, kitchen with island, master suite with bath & walk-in closet, 3 car garage, on a 3/4 acre lot. Call before it’s gone! MLS#08428271 CENTURY 21 Roberts & Andrews

Johnsburg

$840,000 CHAIN O’LAKES LAKEFRONT Amazing Price for Prestigious Pistakee Bay 4BR 4-1/2BA Lakefront Ranch. Approx 2.6 Park Like Wooded Acres (can be subdivided). High on Hill w/Incredible Panoramic Views. Indoor Pool & Spa, 40x37 Cedar Pole Barn & 3.5 Car Gar! MLS#08098669 All Waterfront Real Estate Plus

Marengo

Linda Bykowski

“MR PETE” EICHLER

Sandy Butenschoen

815-482-2069

Spacious Home! Low Taxes!

847-395-2300

$275,000 535 Maple Street Amazing 3800 sq. ft home on . 45 city lot AND 6+ car garage! Move in condition! Lots of hardwood floors,SS appliances, total of 5 bedrooms, 3 baths..set up w/ excellent in-law arrangement! Country feel,city convenience! A 10! Century 21 New Heritage

MUST SEE!!!

Marengo

$169,900 772 Woodland Lane This 4 bdrm,3 bth home is much larger than appears! Hrdwd flrs on 1st flr. Spacious kitchen w/island opens to large family rm. Lower level w/den and rec room. Expansive backyard joins walking path. Newer carpet, roof, siding. StartingPoint Realty

Marengo

Tammy Hufford

Laura Heinberg

815-540-7671

NEW PRICE!!

815-382-1815

Marengo

$129,000 520 7th Circle Must see this charming 4 BR, 2BA home in Great Location!! Enjoy 4 levels of living space featuring an open floor plan, eat in kitchen that opens to living room. Fireplace in family room. Large fenced yard. RE/MAX Connections II

Laura Heinberg

Beautiful Ranch!!

$199,500 600 Sara Lane Best lot and location!! Backs up to AG property and next to open space. True 4 BR plus loft. Open floor plan with over 3200 sq ft. large eat in Kit, one owner home, basement insulated ready for finishing, first floor laundry. RE/MAX Connections II 815-568-9000

Marengo

$235,000 805 Ridge Drive Great Ranch w/ open floor plan, Vaulted ceiling, Fireplace in large living room, Spacious kitchen has breakfast bar and eat-in area. Master suite w/whirlpool tub and walk in closet. English basement has 4th bedroom and More!! RE/MAX Connections II

Marengo

Laura Heinberg

815-568-9000

$339,000 22108 Lakewood Drive Cust Blt Ranch on 1+ ac prof landscaped, Featuring 2x6 const, window/sills. unique architect/ flying arches/with columns,Barrel Foyer, Kit W/ Hrwd fl, sep dining area, Oak trim. large Deck, The MBR has Lux Ba & trayed clg. RE/MAX Connections II

$169,000 INVESTMENT PROPERTY! Two flat in the heart of McHenry. First floor unit rents for $1,100 monthly, second floor unit rents for $750 monthly. Close to a city park, shopping and restaurants. Call for more details. MLS#08470112 CENTURY 21 Roberts & Andrews

$189,000 YOUR NEW HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS Charming cape cod with four bedrooms, one full & three half baths, full basement, two car garage, stone fireplace, first floor master, plentiful storage space. Located in Edgebrook Heights. Come see it! MLS#08464256 CENTURY 21 Roberts & Andrews

$295,000 LARGE & LUXURIOUS RANCH! Lovely home with 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, full basement, fireplace, possible in-law arrangement, 3 car garage. Vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, oak trim & doors. Move in before the holidays! MLS#08430702 CENTURY 21 Roberts & Andrews

McHenry

Linda Bykowski

Dennis Drake

Linda Bykowski

McHenry

815-482-2069

McHenry

815-482-2069

Price Reduced

Round Lake Park

McHenry

815-342-4100

Open House

Woodstock

$202,900 270 Verbena Lane Blt in ‘02,this meticulous home boasts a charming front porch,hrdwd flrs,spacious mstr ste w/jetted tub and 2 W/I closets,large bdrms,Pella wndws,full fnshd bsmt,extra large fenced-in backyard. Near the Square and train. StartingPoint Realty

Woodstock

Sharon Lane

Shirley M Rochford

Tammy Hufford

June Luscavich

T N A C VA AND L

847-639-8700

Year End CLEARANCE!

Marengo

$21,995 181 Maplewood Court Premium lot in desirable Brookside Meadows Subdivision! City convenience w/city feel, cul-de-sac lot backs up to conservation district. Gentle slope invites English basement. Riley School District. Act now, close SOON! Century 21 New Heritage

Sandy Butenschoen

815-382-1815

815-482-2069

Sunday 10am-12pm

$685,900 ONE OF A KIND Superior finishes & lavish use of natural materials provide the details that set this 4BR custom built home apart from all the rest. Relax around the in-ground pool, & covered patio w/2nd frpl. Pole barn too. Must see! MLS#08327188 CENTURY 21 Sketchbook

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Spring Grove

815-568-9000

$375,000 IT HAS IT ALL! Wow! Custom-built contemporary with 5 bedrooms, 2 full & 2 half baths, walkout basement, 3 fireplaces, sunroom, 6 car garage, in-ground pool. On a 3 acre, stocked pond! Paddle boat with dingy included! Don’t wait! MLS#08436375 CENTURY 21 Roberts & Andrews

$123,990 UPDATED TRI-LEVEL! This lovely 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is like brand-new! Hardwood floors, updated baths, spacious kitchen, large & versatile family room. Great location and beautiful lake views. Can close quickly! MLS#08373572 CENTURY 21 Roberts & Andrews 815-382-5386

815-568-9000

815-540-7671

$299,900 SPECIAL HOLIDAY PRICE! REDUCED TO $299,900 FOR THE MONTH OF DECEMBER! PRICED BELOW MARKET VALUE! Lovely home with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, full basement, fireplace, 3 car garage. Sits on 2.03 acres. CALL BEFORE THE PRICE GOES BACK UP! MLS#08491262 CENTURY 21 Roberts & Andrews 847-409-8187

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McHenry 2BR, 2BA Deluxe Apt. Near town, clean, central air, laundry, no pets. 815-690-1614 or 708-436-0035

Quiet & clean building w/ storage, laundry & parking. 1 mo free rent. $800/mo. 847-401-3242 Algonquin: 1st flr, 2BR, 2BA, some utilities incl., $930/mo., Broker Owned 815-347-1712

Round Lake – Long Lake, 3 BR., Free Buildable Lot, 3 Car Garage, New Windows, Corian Countertops, Dead End Street, Very Private, Fairfield/Rollins. $129,000 Call: 847-875-6739 WONDER LAKE Updated Kitchen. $800. Linda Clark Prudential First Realty 815-236-2934 WOODSTOCK, 4 BR, 3 BA, Big Gar., Big Kitchen w/dining room, Nice interior. On Park St., Great Price. $110,000. 815-648-2247

MCHENRY COUNTY Chemung Township. 146 Acres M/L, 141.39 tillable acres, 125 PI. Call Kyle 641-919-5953

Lakewood estate lot 1.7 acres, no restrictions, previously sold for $130,000 now only $38,500 Broker Owned 815-347-1712

CRYSTAL LAKE 1 & 2BR Renovated, FREE HEAT. 815-353-1759

Crystal Lake 1BR $760 Quiet building, hardwood floors, heat and water incl. No pets. 815-455-6964

CRYSTAL LAKE 1BR, 2nd FLOOR Small building, $800/mo. No pets/ smoking, heat incl, near metra. Garage available. 815-344-5797

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Quiet building, no pets. $825 + sec. 847-526-4435

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1 & 2 Bedrooms

Island Lake Luxury Apt.

Small building, $800/mo. No pets/ smoking, heat incl, near metra. Garage available. 815-344-5797

Spacious 2BR, 2BA, D/W. W/D, C/A. Approx 1000 sq ft. $875/mo & up. 847-875-7985

CRYSTAL LAKE ~ 2BR, 2BA

Marengo 2BR, appliances incl.,

No pets, no smoking. $900/mo + security. 608-474-1960 or 608-564-7960

all utilities except electric, laundry on site, $600/mo+1 mo. dep., 815-568-5341

FOX RIVER GROVE ~ 1 BEDROOM Utilities included, clean. No pets, near metra and shopping. 815-690-1614 or 708-436-0035

Marengo Large 4BR, 2 Full BA

Large kitchen, WD, large backyard deck, fenced-in yrd, 2 car gar. Pets OK, $1100/mo. 815-354-0386

HARVARD AREA Huge 3BR, 2BA loft apt. Quiet. Frplc, W/D, C/A. Fish/Swim. Pets ok. $1025/mo. 815-648-2716

Marengo: 610 E. Grant Hwy. & 1060 Briden Dr., 1BR $600-$645 or 2BR $700-$780 Roberto 773-317-3364 Sandra 815-568-6672

W/D and Fitness Center 815/363-0322

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Pierce & Associates File Number # 1109225 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 22ND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT MC HENRY COUNTY, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS SOVEREIGN BANK, N.A., FORMERLY KNOWN AS SOVEREIGN BANK Plaintiff, vs. PAUL L. CABANSKI; SILVER LAKES PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 11 CH 1092 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on October 10, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, January 16, 2014, at the hour of 10:30 a.m. in the offices of Botto Gilbert Gehris Lancaster, 970 McHenry Avenue, Crystal Lake, Illinois 60014, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: P.I.N. 14-36-482-010, 14-36482-011. Commonly known as 5 WOODY WAY, OAKWOOD HILLS, IL 60013. The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale. For Information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1109225. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 Dated: November 26, 2013 I576753 (Published in the Northwest Herald December 5, 12, 19, 2013)

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PUBLIC NOTICE Pierce & Associates File Number # 1112219 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 22ND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT MC HENRY COUNTY, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, vs. CHARLES R. FULTON II; LORRAINE L. FULTON; Defendants, 11 CH 1464 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that uant to a Judgm t of

by gi that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on March 28, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, January 16, 2014, at the hour of 10:30 a.m. in the offices of Botto Gilbert Gehris Lancaster, 970 McHenry Avenue, Crystal Lake, Illinois 60014, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: P.I.N. 05-30-279-010. Commonly known as 7702 ARLINGTON DRIVE, SPRING GROVE, IL 60081. The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale. For Information: Visit our website http://service.atty-pierce.com. at Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1112219. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 Dated: November 26, 2013 I576754 (Published in the Northwest Herald December 5, 12, 19, 2013)

PUBLIC NOTICE Pierce & Associates File Number # 1037908 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 22ND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT MC HENRY COUNTY, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, vs. MICHAEL STEFKO; JULI L. PETERSON; LAKELAND PARK PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 11 CH 173 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on October 10, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, January 16, 2014, at the hour of 10:30 a.m. in the offices of Botto Gilbert Gehris Lancaster, 970 McHenry Avenue, Crystal Lake, Illinois 60014, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: P.I.N. 09-27-155-006. Commonly known as 5005 HOME AVENUE, MCHENRY, IL 60050. The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of th bid, th

ope sp pon paym in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale. For Information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1037908. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 Dated: November 26, 2013 I576751 (Published in the Northwest Herald December 5, 12, 19, 2013)

PUBLIC NOTICE Pierce & Associates File Number # 1037239 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 22ND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT MC HENRY COUNTY, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR MORGAN STANLEY ABS CAPITAL I INCTRUST 2003-HE3, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2003-HE3 Plaintiff, vs. ANNAMARIE T. BOLEY; RANDY W. BOLEY; FOUR COLONIES PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; AAMES FUNDING CORPORATION D/B/A AAMES HOME LOAN; BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. S/I/I TO LASALLE BANK, FSB; Defendants, 11 CH 511 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on October 10, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, January 16, 2014, at the hour of 10:30 a.m. in the offices of Botto Gilbert Gehris Lancaster, 970 McHenry Avenue, Crystal Lake, Illinois 60014, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: P.I.N. 18-12-453-002. Commonly known as 996 STONEHEDGE COURT, CRYSTAL LAKE, IL 60014. The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale. For Information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1037239. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 Dated: November 26, 2013 I576752 (Published in the Northwest Herald December 5, 12, 19, 2013)

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Pierce & Associates File Number # 1306791 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 22ND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT MC HENRY COUNTY, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, vs. JOSEPH DERBAS A/K/A JOSEPH P DERBAS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 13 CH 796 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on October 11, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, January 16, 2014, at the hour of 10:30 a.m. in the offices of Botto Gilbert Gehris Lancaster, 970 McHenry Avenue, Crystal Lake, Illinois 60014, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: P.I.N. 05-29-433-009, 05-29433-008. Commonly known as 194 DANNELL PLACE, SPRING GROVE, IL 60081. The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be fo in ection. U

PUBLIC NOTICE File Number SPSF.1167 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 22ND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT MC HENRY COUNTY, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, IN TRUST FOR REGISTERED HOLDERS OF FIRST FRANKLIN MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, MORTGAGE LOAN ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-FF2 Plaintiff, vs. GINA ANN JIMENEZ A/K/A GINA ANN CYCHULSKI, ANDREW B. CYCHULSKI, UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS. Defendants, 13 CH 960 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on October 2, 2013 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, January 16, 2014 at the hour of 10:30 a.m. in the offices of Botto Gilbert Gehris Lancaster, 970 McHenry Avenue, Crystal Lake, Illinois 60014, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 19-08-252-018. Commonly known as 82 Berkshire Dr., Crystal Lake, Il 60014. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Mr. David C. Kluever at Plaintiff's Attorney, Kluever & Platt, L.L.C., 65 East Wacker Place, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (312) 236-0077. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 Dated: November 26, 2013 I576767 (Published in the Northwest Herald December 5, 12, 19, 2013)

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prop ty open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale. For Information: Visit our website http://service.atty-pierce.com. at Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1306791. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 Dated: November 26, 2013 I576766 (Published in the Northwest Herald December 5, 12, 19, 2013)

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PUBLIC NOTICE Pierce & Associates File Number # 1209057 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 22ND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT MC HENRY COUNTY, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC Plaintiff, vs. JERI ROWLAND A/K/A JERI B ROWLAND; COMERICA BANK; CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A. S/I/I TO CAPITAL ONE BANK; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; Defendants, 12 CH 2254 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on October 10, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, January 16, 2014, at the hour of 10:30 a.m. in the offices of Botto Gilbert Gehris Lancaster, 970 McHenry Avenue, Crystal Lake, Illinois 60014, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: P.I.N. 19-33-377-001. Commonly known as 11952 DEVONSHIRE STREET, ALGONQUIN, IL 60102. The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale. For Information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1209057. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 Dated: November 26, 2013 I576762 (Published in the Northwest Herald December 5, 12, 19, 2013)

FORECLOSURE LAW PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on October 11, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, January 16, 2014, at the hour of 10:30 a.m. in the offices of Botto Gilbert Gehris Lancaster, 970 McHenry Avenue, Crystal Lake, Illinois 60014, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: P.I.N. 19-30-228-024. Commonly known as 314 HARVEST GATE, LAKE IN THE HILLS, IL 60156. The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale. For Information: Visit our website http://service.atty-pierce.com. at Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1301716. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 Dated: November 26, 2013 I576764 (Published in the Northwest Herald December 5, 12, 19, 2013)

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YOUTH CARE WORKER aka MENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST Allendale Association a Child Welfare, Mental Health and Special Education facility currently has full time rotating second shift positions for Youth Care Workers aka Mental Health Specialists at our Allendale-Daisy's North Chicago location and our Main Campus in Lake Villa to work actively with high end “at risk” children & adolescents ages 8 to 18 years of age within our Residential Units. Ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or related Human Service field, or 5 years of related equivalent social service experience, Per DCFS regulations, must have valid driver's license w/ good driving record and be at least 21 years of age. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a generous education assistance program.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Pierce & Associates File Number # 1109225 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 22ND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT MC HENRY COUNTY, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS SOVEREIGN BANK, N.A., FORMERLY KNOWN AS SOVEREIGN BANK Plaintiff, vs. PAUL L. CABANSKI; SILVER LAKES PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 11 CH 1092 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on October 10, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, January 16, 2014, at the hour of 10:30 a.m. in the offices of Botto Gilbert Gehris Lancaster, 970 McHenry Avenue, Crystal Lake, Illinois 60014, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: LOTS 2 AND 3 IN BLOCK 19 IN SILVER LAKE OAKWOOD HILLS UNIT NO. 1, A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 8, ALSO A PART OF THE EAST HALF OF SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 8 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED MAY 9, 1950 AS DOCUMENT NO. 231189, IN BOOK 10 OF PLATS, PAGE 130, IN MCHENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS. P.I.N. 14-36-482-010, 14-36482-011. Commonly known as 5 WOODY WAY, OAKWOOD HILLS, IL 60013. The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of

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TEACHER AIDE The Allendale Association. a Child Welfare, Mental Health and Special Education facility has a full-time Teacher Aide position available within our high end Special Education School on our Lake Villa, IL campus. Candidate will have a minimum of an Associates Degree in Education or Special Education and Paraprofessional Certificate, minimum of one year related experience, preferably in a special education environment, and valid driver's license w/good driving record. Per DCFS regulations must be at least 21 years of age.

TEACHER AIDE The Allendale Association has a full-time Teacher Aide position available with our LINC Educational Program in Woodstock, IL. Candidate must have a minimum of an Associates Degree in Education or related field, minimum of one-year experience as a Teacher Aide preferably in a special education environment; Paraprofessional Certificate and valid driver's license w/good driving record. Per DCFS regulations must be at least 21 years of age. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefit package as well as a generous tuition assistance plan.

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Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale. For Information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1109225. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 Dated: November 26, 2013 I576753 (Published in the Northwest Herald December 5, 12, 19, 2013)

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Pierce & Associates File Number # 1112219 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 22ND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT MC HENRY COUNTY, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, vs. CHARLES R. FULTON II; LORRAINE L. FULTON; Defendants, 11 CH 1464 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on March 28, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, January 16, 2014, at the hour of 10:30 a.m. in the offices of Botto Gilbert Gehris Lancaster, 970 McHenry Avenue, Crystal Lake, Illinois 60014, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: LOT 10 AND THE SOUTH HALF OF LOT 9 (AS MEASURED ALONG THE SOUTHEASTERLY AND NORTHWESTERLY LINES THEREOF), IN SECOND ADDITION TO COLEMAR, A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE EAST HALF OF SECTION 30 AND THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 29, BOTH IN TOWNSHIP 45 NORTH, RANGE 9, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JULY 18, 1927, IN BOOK 6 OF PLATS, PAGE 4, AS DOCUMENT NO. 78962, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF MCHENRY, STATE OF ILLINOIS. P.I.N. 05-30-279-010. Commonly known as 7702 ARLINGTON DRIVE, SPRING GROVE, IL 60081. The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale. For Information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1112219. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 Dated: November 26, 2013 I576754 (Published in the Northwest Herald December 5, 12, 19, 2013)

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at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1037908. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 Dated: November 26, 2013 I576751 (Published in the Northwest Herald December 5, 12, 19, 2013)

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Pierce & Associates File Number # 1037239 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 22ND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT MC HENRY COUNTY, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR MORGAN STANLEY ABS CAPITAL I INCTRUST 2003-HE3, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2003-HE3 Plaintiff, vs. ANNAMARIE T. BOLEY; RANDY W. BOLEY; FOUR COLONIES PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; AAMES FUNDING CORPORATION D/B/A AAMES HOME LOAN; BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. S/I/I TO LASALLE BANK, FSB; Defendants, 11 CH 511 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on October 10, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, January 16, 2014, at the hour of 10:30 a.m. in the offices of Botto Gilbert Gehris Lancaster, 970 McHenry Avenue, Crystal Lake, Illinois 60014, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: LOT 34 IN UNIT EIGHT OF FOUR COLONIES, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 7, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED APRIL 30, 1984 AS DOCUMENT 880094, IN MCHENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS. P.I.N. 18-12-453-002. Commonly known as 996 STONEHEDGE COURT, CRYSTAL LAKE, IL 60014. The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale. For Information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1037239. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 Dated: November 26, 2013 I576752 (Published in the Northwest Herald December 5, 12, 19, 2013)

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PUBLIC NOTICE Pierce & Associates File Number # 1037908 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 22ND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT MC HENRY COUNTY, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, vs. MICHAEL STEFKO; JULI L. PETERSON; LAKELAND PARK PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 11 CH 173 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on October 10, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, January 16, 2014, at the hour of 10:30 a.m. in the offices of Botto Gilbert Gehris Lancaster, 970 McHenry Avenue, Crystal Lake, Illinois 60014, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: LOT 3 IN BLOCK 19 IN LAKELAND PARK UNIT NUMBER 2, A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 AND PART OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 27, TOWNSHIP 45 NORTH, RANGE 8, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED DECEMBER 12, 1952 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 260030, IN BOOK 11 OF PLATS, PAGE 66, IN MCHENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS. P.I.N. 09-27-155-006. Commonly known as 5005 HOME AVENUE, MCHENRY, IL 60050. The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale. For Information: Visit our website

ttp tty-pie Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1209057. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 Dated: November 26, 2013 I576762 (Published in the Northwest Herald December 5, 12, 19, 2013)

PUBLIC NOTICE Pierce & Associates File Number # 1209057 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 22ND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT MC HENRY COUNTY, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC Plaintiff, vs. JERI ROWLAND A/K/A JERI B ROWLAND; COMERICA BANK; CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A. S/I/I TO CAPITAL ONE BANK; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; Defendants, 12 CH 2254 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on October 10, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, January 16, 2014, at the hour of 10:30 a.m. in the offices of Botto Gilbert Gehris Lancaster, 970 McHenry Avenue, Crystal Lake, Illinois 60014, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: LOT 39, IN EDGEWOOD HILLS UNIT NO. 3, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 33, TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 8 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED OCTOBER 13, 1972 AS DOCUMENT NO. 578569, IN MCHENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS. P.I.N. 19-33-377-001. Commonly known as 11952 DEVONSHIRE STREET, ALGONQUIN, IL 60102. The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale. For Information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Be 3 and 5 onl

HARVARD SAVINGS BANK, an Illinois banking corporation, Plaintiff, -vsJANET CONERTY, UNKNOWN and NONRECORD OWNERS CLAIMANTS, Defendants. No. 13 CH 1184 NOTICE TO UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS The requisite Affidavit having been duly filed in my office, notice is hereby given you, UNKNOWN OWNERS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants in the above-entitled suit, that the said suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of McHenry County, by the said Plaintiff, against you and other Defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain mortgage concerning the premises described as follows, to-wit: Lot 87 in Greenwood Meadows Unit Number 3 Phase 1, being a Subdivision of part of the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 32, Township 45 North, Range 7 East of the Third Principal Meridian, according to the Plat thereof recorded May 16, 1979 as Document No. 767966 and rerecorded July 11, 1979 as Document No. 773309, in McHenry County, Illinois. Permanent Property Index Number: 08-32-153-010 Common Address: 1959 Joseph Street, Woodstock, Illinois 60033 And for other relief; that Summons was duly issued out of the said Court against you as provided by law and that the suit is now pending. NOW, THEREFORE, unless you, the said above-named Defendants, file your Answer to the Complaint of said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of McHenry County, McHenry County Government Center, 2200 N. Seminary Avenue, Woodstock, Illinois 60098, on or before the 20th day of December, 2013, default may be entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint. KATHERINE M. KEEFE Clerk of the Circuit Court, 22nd Judicial Circuit, McHenry County, Illinois /s/ Katherine M. Keefe Bernard K. Papp ARDC No. 3121981 Campion, Curran, Lamb & Cunabaugh, P.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 16 N. Ayer Street Harvard, IL 60033 815-943-2824 (Published in the Northwest Herald December 5, 12, 19, 2013. #A2360)

PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE TWENTY-SECOND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT MCHENRY COUNTY WOODSTOCK ILLINOIS Bank of America, N.A., Plaintiff, vs. James M. Sizemore; Michelle R. Sizemore; Capital One Bank (USA), N.A.; ISPC; Lakeland Park Property Owner's Association; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants; Defendants. Case No. 13 CH 1514 1902 Meadow Lane Mchenry, IL 60050 PUBLICATION NOTICE The requisite affidavit(s) having been duly filed herein, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO ALL DEFENDANTS IN THE ABOVE ENTITLED ACTION, that said action has been commenced in said Court by the plaintiff(s), naming you as a defendant(s) therein and praying for a judgment of foreclosure and sale and other relief, that summons has been issued out of this Court against you as provided by law, and, that this action is still pending and undetermined in said Court. NOW, THEREFORE, unless you file your answer or otherwise make your appearance in said action January 2, 2014, AN ORDER OF DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the Seal of said Court on November 21, 2013. /s/ Katherine M. Keefe Clerk of the Circuit Court (SEAL) Laura A. Duplantier MANLEY DEAS KOCHALSKI LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff One East Wacker, Suite 1250 Chicago, IL 60601 Telephone: 312-651-6700 Fax: 614-220-5613 Attorney. No.: 6297986

/s/ Laura A. Duplantier One of Plaintiff's Attorneys (Published in the Northwest Herald November 28, December 5, 12, 2013. #A2312)

PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE TWENTY-SECOND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT MCHENRY COUNTY WOODSTOCK ILLINOIS Bank of America, N.A., Plaintiff, vs. Cisco Rios; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants; Spring Lake Farm Homeowners Association, Inc., Defendants. Case No. 13 CH 1669 351 Wedgewood Circle Lake In The Hills, IL 60156 PUBLICATION NOTICE The requisite affidavit(s) having been duly filed herein, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO ALL DEFENDANTS IN THE ABOVE ENTITLED ACTION, that said action has been commenced in said Court by the plaintiff(s), naming you as a defendant(s) therein and praying for a judgment of foreclosure and sale and other relief, that summons has been issued out of this Court against you as provided by law, and, that this action is still pending and undetermined in said Court. NOW, THEREFORE, unless you file your answer or otherwise make your appearance in said action January 14, 2014, AN ORDER OF DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the Seal of said Court on November 20, 2013. /s/ Katherine M. Keefe Clerk of the Circuit Court (SEAL) Alan S. Kaufman MANLEY DEAS KOCHALSKI LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff One East Wacker, Suite 1250 Chicago, IL 60601 Telephone: 312-651-6700 Fax: 614-220-5613 Attorney. No.: 6289893 /s/ Alan S. Kaufman One of Plaintiff's Attorneys ARDC #6289893 (Published in the Northwest Herald November 28, December 5, 12, 2013. #A2313)

PUBLIC NOTICE Pierce & Associates File Number # 1301716 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 22ND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT MC HENRY COUNTY, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR WELLS FARGO ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION, HOME EQUITY ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-1 Plaintiff, vs. SUZANNE BEATTY A/K/A SUZANNE J. BEATTY; MATHEW BEATTY A/K/A MATTHEW J. BEATTY; LAKE IN THE HILLS SANITARY DISTRICT; RESURGENCE FINANCIAL, LLC; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 13 CH 309 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on October 11, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, January 16, 2014, at the hour of 10:30 a.m. in the offices of Botto Gilbert Gehris Lancaster, 970 McHenry Avenue, Crystal Lake, Illinois 60014, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: LOT 577 BIG SKY UNIT THREE A, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 19 AND PART OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 30, ALL IN TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 8, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED OCTOBER 5, 1993 AS DOCUMENT NO. 93R059692 IN MCHENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS. P.I.N. 19-30-228-024. Commonly known as 314 HARVEST GATE, LAKE IN THE HILLS, IL 60156. The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale. For Information: Visit our website http://service.atty-pierce.com. at Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1301716. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 Dated: November 26, 2013 I576764 (Published in the Northwest Herald December 5, 12, 19, 2013)

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PUBLIC NOTICE Pierce & Associates File Number # 1306791 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 22ND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT MC HENRY COUNTY, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, vs. JOSEPH DERBAS A/K/A JOSEPH P DERBAS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 13 CH 796 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on October 11, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, January 16, 2014, at the hour of 10:30 a.m. in the offices of Botto Gilbert Gehris Lancaster, 970 McHenry Avenue, Crystal Lake, Illinois 60014, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: LOT 19 AND 20 IN BLOCK 8 IN FOX LAKE VISTA UNIT NO. 4, A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 AND THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 29, AND PART OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 32, TOWNSHIP 46 NORTH, RANGE 9 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED NOVEMBER 3, 1927 AS DOCUMENT NO. 90677, IN BOOK 6 OF PLATS, PAGE 8, IN MCHENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS. P.I.N. 05-29-433-009, 05-29433-008. Commonly known as 194 DANNELL PLACE, SPRING GROVE, IL 60081. The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale. For Information: Visit our website http://service.atty-pierce.com. at Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1306791. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 Dated: November 26, 2013 I576766 (Published in the Northwest Herald December 5, 12, 19, 2013)

above entitled cause on October 2, 2013 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, January 16, 2014 at the hour of 10:30 a.m. in the offices of Botto Gilbert Gehris Lancaster, 970 McHenry Avenue, Crystal Lake, Illinois 60014, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: LOT 2, BLOCK 31 IN TENTH ADDITION TO COVENTRY, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF SECTION 8, TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 8 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED AUGUST 21, 1970, AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 529157, IN MCHENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS. P.I.N. 19-08-252-018. Commonly known as 82 Berkshire Dr., Crystal Lake, Il 60014. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Mr. David C. Kluever at Plaintiff's Attorney, Kluever & Platt, L.L.C., 65 East Wacker Place, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (312) 236-0077. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 Dated: November 26, 2013 I576767 (Published in the Northwest Herald December 5, 12, 19, 2013)

PUBLIC NOTICE STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 22ND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT McHENRY COUNTY ERASTO GONZALEZ Plaintiff vs. DONAJI MONTEJANO LEYVA Defendant Case Number 13 DV 831 PUBLICATION NOTICE NOTICE IS GIVEN YOU, DONAJI MONTEJANO LEYVA defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for a dissolution of marriage pursuant to petition filed and for other relief. UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the office of the McHenry County Clerk of Court, McHenry County Government Center, 2200 N. Seminary Avenue, Room C380, Woodstock, Illinois 60098, on or before December 20, 2013, A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT. Witness: November 8, 2013 /s/ Katherine M. Keefe (Clerk of the Circuit Court) Cynthia J. Briscoe Attorney for Erasto Gonzalez 201 N. Walkup Avenue Crystal Lake, IL 60014 (815) 455-6868 (Published in the Northwest Herald December 5, 12, 19, 2013. #A2359)

PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR BIDS/PROPOSALS McHenry County will accept sealed bids for BID # 14-03 INSTALLATION OF PRE-PURCHASED AIR-COOLED CHILLERS due Jan-

ubj Prevailing Wage Act (820 ILCS 130/1-12).

uary 7, 2014, at 2:00 PM (CST), in the office of Donald A. Gray, Director of Purchasing, McHenry County Administrative BuildingRoom 200, 2200 N. Seminary Ave. Woodstock, IL 60098. Prospective bidders may obtain bidding documentation at: www.co.mchenry.il.us or http://www.co.mchenry.il.us/ departments/purchasing/Pages/ index.aspx or by contacting the purchasing department at 815-334-4818. All contracts for the Construction of Public Works are subject to Illinois Prevailing Wage Act (820 ILCS 130/1-12).

ity ys envelope marked “Test Well and New Well No. 18 Bid Attn: Bradley S. Mitchell, Assistant to the City Manager” by 2:00 p.m. on Friday, December 20, 2013 at which time they will be publicly opened and read.

(Published in the Northwest Herald December 5, 2013. #A2353)

PUBLIC NOTICE

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PUBLIC NOTICE ASSUMED NAME PUBLICATION NOTICE

SUBMISSION DATE/TIME: December 19, 2013 at 2:00 PM(CST)

Public Notice is hereby given that on NOVEMBER 25, 2013, a certificate was filed in the Office of the County Clerk of McHenry County, Illinois, setting forth the names and post-office address of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as

The above BID/RFP has been issued and is now available on McHenry County's web site at www.co.mchenry.il.us

PUBLIC NOTICE BIDS/RFP NOTIFICATION BID # 14-04

If it is your intent to participate, you must visit the county's web site and follow the instructions given there under RFP-BIDS.

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If you do not have web access, the BID/RFP is available for pick up in the above office. It may also be obtained via fax by contacting the Purchasing Department at (815) 334-4818.

SUBMISSION DATE/TIME: December 19, 2013 at 2:30PM(CST) The above BID/RFP has been issued and is now available on McHenry County's web site at www.co.mchenry.il.us

Dated NOVEMBER 25, 2013 /s/ Katherine C. Schultz County Clerk

Contractors shall not pay less than the prevailing rates of wages to all laborers, workmen, and mechanics performing work under this contract, and shall comply with the requirements of the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act (820 ILCS 130/112).

If it is your intent to participate, you must visit the county's web site and follow the instructions given there under RFP-BIDS. If you do not have web access, the BID/RFP is available for pick up in the above office. It may also be obtained via fax by contacting the Purchasing Department at (815) 334-4818.

(Published in the Northwest Herald November 28, December 5, 12, 2013. #A2327)

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PLEASE NOTE: The Vendor Intent Form is necessary so that any addenda or documents, which may be issued pertaining to this BID/RFP, will be forwarded to your attention. This is also found on our web site at: www.co.mchenry.il.us/County Dpt/Purchase/BidDefault.asp

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Bid will appear on our web site after 4:30pm today. (Published in the Northwest Herald December 5, 2013. #A2352)

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The Community Unit School District 300 School Board Construction & Facility Oversight Committee meetings scheduled for 5:00 p.m. on Monday, January 6, 2014, February 3, 2014, March 3, 2014, April 7, 2014, May 5, 2014, June 2, 2014 and July 7, 2014 has been changed to begin at 4:00 p.m. These meetings are held at the Administration Building, located at 300 Cleveland Ave, Carpentersville, IL

Bid will appear on our web site after 4:30pm today. (Published in the Northwest Herald December 5, 2013. #A2358)

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McHenry County will accept sealed proposals for RFP # 14-05 ELECTRIC & GAS ENERGY MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS due December 23, 2013, at 2:00 PM (CST), in the office of Donald A. Gray, CPPB, Director of Purchasing, McHenry County Administrative Building- Room 200, 2200 N. Seminary Ave. Woodstock, IL 60098. Prospective bidders may obtain bidding documentation at: www.co.mchenry.il.us or http://www.co.mchenry.il.us/ departments/purchasing/Pages/ index.aspx or by contacting the purchasing department at 815-334-4818. All contracts for the Construction of Public Works are subject to Illinois

PUBLIC NOTICE INVITATION TO BID The City of Crystal Lake will be accepting sealed bids in accordance with specifications for the Test Well and New Well No. 18 Bid. Bid specifications and required bid forms are available at the Municipal Complex, 100 W. Woodstock Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014, between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. All bids must be submitted to the City of Crystal Lake in a sealed

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Spa Model 1015/Strat4S Outside Spa – 5 Person, 42 Jets, 325 Gals., 79” x 76” x 33” Brand new cover. Cushions, needs one pump replacement – FREE 630-674-8097 or 815-477-4979

2001 Volkswagen Jetta $3800 OBO Wburg edition black 5 spd 1.8T. Monsoon radio/6 disk CD changer, BBS wheels. 106K miles. New battery/brakes. By appointment only: 815-915-9875

2005 Dodge Neon SE

4 door, auto, 1 owner, well maintained, great on gas. Free 3 month warranty, $3300. 815-344-9440

Will pay extra for Honda, Toyota & Nissan

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2005 GMC ENVOY MUST SELL 2005 GMC Envoy $8900 OBO. 847-650-3638 2006 Nissan Xterra SE 4X4. 134K. Excellent Condition. Premium Sound system and other options. $7900. 815-451-5957

2002 Mercury Mountaineer

1 owner, 7 passenger, 4x4, loaded. Heated seats, well maintained. FREE 3 month warranty, $4700. 815-344-9440

2003 Ford Windstar LX

1 owner, super low miles. 61K only, fully loaded. FREE 3 month warranty, $4400. 815-344-9440

A-1 AUTO

Will BUY UR USED CAR, TRUCK, SUV,

Australian Sheepskin Boots Suede & Wool Lining, Size 5, Costs $150, Asking $15 – Gently used; Also have a pair w/Suede & sparkles, Lace-up front, fur top, Size 6, worn once, Cost $180, Asking $40. Both EMU Brand 815-455-6201 BMW Leather Jacket, men's XL, white & black w/logo sleeves and back, $300 value, worn once $175 847-223-8485 Bracelet, vintage, branch coral, $25. See photo on web ad. 815-455-7680. Brooch & Earring Set, Vintage Lucite Encased Red & Yellow Roses. Screw Back Earrings. Asking $50. 815-455-7680

FASHION JEWELRY:

8-10 Necklaces, 4 Rings 2 Arm Cuffs

EASILY WORTH $100 Cleaning out jewelry collection Getting rid of things I don't wear Photos on nwherald.com $20/FIRM will NOT separate 815-690-0527 lv mssg/text

MOST CASH 1926 MODEL T FORD TOURING For Sale: 1926 Ford Model T open touring car. #s matching, Mechanically EXCELLENT, runs and stops. New upholstery done, needs only top and some cosmetics 100% original Ford steel. no bondo or rust . Regretful sale. To a good home only $7250. 815-788-1763 Ask for Tom.

1950's GM Honeycomb Radiator Tanks, Brackets, Complete Brand New – Original - $325. 815-569-2277 2 Car Ramps; 4 Jack Stands $20. 815-338-5320 aft. 6pm

WILL BEAT ANY QUOTE GIVEN!! $400 - $2000 “don't wait.... call 2day”!! * 815-575-5153 *

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Necklace fresh water pearl - 16", $8. 815-455-7680

WAHL APPLIANCE Reconditioned Appliances Lakemoor 815-385-1872 Electric Dyer-Maytag Performa, White 7 cycles, Front Load, $60 pictures avail. 815-790-3083 ELECTRIC OVEN/ROASTER Show Time, brand new, paid $195, sell for $135. 815-385-3269 Gas Clothes Dryer – Kenmore, White, Large Capacity, 3 Yrs. Old Excellent Shape – In Storage in Volo, IL – You Haul – No Delivery $300. 331-551-1421

Automotive Radiators 69 Jeep & 69 Chevy C20 Truck $40 each. 815-943-6937

We pay and can Tow it away!

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Call us today: 815-338-2800

Kenmore Gas Range 3 yrs. old, white, heavy duty grates In storage in Volo, IL – U-Haul $300. 331-551-1421

ROUTE 14 AUTO PARTS

Microwave/Magic Chef

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Cadillac Seville STS 1997 Black, $50. 815-653-4612

TIRE ~ GOODYEAR

SS & black, 1000W, 10 power levels, timer, $25. 815-861-3270

Truck tire and rim. Tread looks like brand new, size 750/x16LT, super grip traction. $55 815-459-1015

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El Tigre EXT, $300.00. 815-529-4105 Snowmobile Suit ~ Leather

Men's, size large, bibs and jacket. Yamaha Like new, $400. 847-302-7009

OVEN - GAS, GE. One Owner, Good Condition. Bisque Color. $125 obo. Includes Range Hood. 847-990-0765 REFRIGERATOR / FREEZER GE 25 cu.ft. side by side refrigerator/freezer. One owner, good condition. Bisque color. $325 obo. 847-990-0765.

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By PHILLIP ALDER Newspaper Enterprise Association

Gene Mora writes the “Grafiti” cartoon for United Feature Syndicate. He said something like: If at irst you do succeed, try not to look too surprised. However, at the bridge table, sometimes you should not try to succeed immediately; you should take your time, learning as much as you can about a deal before committing yourself to playing the key suit. Then, if you succeed, you won’t need to look surprised at all. In this example, West leads a spade against six no-trump. How should South plan the play? After East opened three spades, South felt that he was too strong to settle for three no-trump. And as a jump to four no-trump would have shown a minor two-suiter and not have been quantitative, he started with a takeout double. When North advanced with four diamonds, South was none the wiser. He knew to assume that his partner had six or seven points, but would they be useful? He was sure his partner would treat four no-trump as Blackwood, so he cue-bid four spades. Now North, with such a great suit,

jumped to six diamonds, and South converted to six notrump. (Note this is a better contract than six diamonds, because in the suit slam declarer would have to play on trumps immediately.) South should duck the irst trick, take the spade continuation (noting that West discards), and cash the heart and club winners. Here, East turns up with seven spades, three clubs and at least two hearts. He can have at most one diamond. So declarer knows to cash his diamond king, then to play a diamond to dummy’s 10.

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Page E8• Thursday, December 5, 2013 ANTIQUE OAK CHAIR - 36" high at back & seat 16-1/2" wide. 2 curved accent braces. Chair is in excellent condition & very sturdy. $50. 815-236-1747

Avon Christmas Plates

from 70's & 80's. $150 OBO. 815-385-4353

Barbie Doll - MATTEL HOLIDAY Special Edition lrg. size. 1989, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 2000 & 2000 Millennium. Incomplete, Never Opened Collector Boxes. $100 815-455-1080 Beer Can Collection Bought in 1991 for $1000 Excellent Xmas gift - $1000. 224-622-9293

Burger King Toys

Star Wars, Toy Story, Simpsons, M&M,1997-99. Original package. $10/ea. 847-807-9156 Cabbage Patch doll collection 60 dolls $3-$5each, come from smoke free home 847-409-6477 CHAIR - Antique Child's Red Wooden Chair 24-1/2" high at back. $28. McHenry. 815-236-1747 Dickens Heritage Village Collection People & Accessories. $275 OBO. 815-385-4353 DRESSER - walnut with mirror, victorian eastlake design. $250.00. 815-338-4049 ELECTRIC TRAIN: THOMAS KINKADE Christmas Express, metal, 20 pieces. NEVER USED, $300. 815-385-1026 HIGH CHAIR - Antique Pine, Child's. 39" H x 17" W w/ removable metal tray. Tray arm lifts. $125. McHenry 815-236-1747 High Chair - Oak- Old w/tray in front. $85. 847-515-8012

Hurricane Lamps

Tan pearlized with metal gold foilage, 21”Hx10”W, base 6”. Can light top or bottom, 60 watt, $85/ea, $130/set. 815-861-6119 JAR - Glass w/Metal Lid. Outside red w/ ridges in glass. Top opening 5" diameter. Jar is 7 1/2" diameter & 7" high. $25. McHenry. 815-236-1747 Jeep Models – Army & Navy $250 for both 815-569-2277 Lamp - Shake Rock & Roll Elvis Presley - (playing and singing figure) in box, $60. 815-459-1208 Madame Alexander Dolls 8” Doll – Collectibles Finland & Spain – 2 Dolls for $30 Great Condition 815-455-6201 Magazine Collection Mother Earth News, Country Side, Backwoods Home - $25 a box 815-569-2277 MIXING BOWLS - 3 matching: "Hall's Superior Quality Kitchenware - Eureka Homewood Pattern". Lg 8 5/8", Med 7 3/8", Sm 6 1/8" $49. McHenry. 815-236-1747 Old Wooden Planes - $5 each 815-338-5320 Pillbury Doughboy 12 mugs, by Danbury Mint mint condition, never used $65 847-409-6477 Pillbury Doughboy wood wall calendar, 12 figurines, by Danbury Mint $65 847-409-6477 PLANTER - White wicker planter with hooped top. $100. 815-338-4049

DR Table & 6 Chairs

PHONES - Panasonic 2-line cordless phones. 900 MHz digital spread spectrum, caller ID compatible & has an all digital answering machine. Both sets still work & are in excellent condition. Offering 2 phone sets - asking $50 for one, or $100 for both. Call 224-587-7522 or email buyclassified@yahoo.com to arrange pickup.

ICE CRUSHER

DVD Cabinet - Solid Oak DVD

DPP-EX50. Prints wonderful pictures, $45/obo. 847-829-4546 Sony Projection TV - 55" w/cabinet & remote, Very good condition, might need minor work. good for 2nd TV or for kids to play games. $50 obo. 815-455-3633 or email

Solid oak home bar with wine rack. 5' L x 4' H x 2' D, $400. 815-344-5677 Ping Pong Table: One Owner, Good condition, Supplies Included, $45. 815-385-3363 aft. 3pm

TV TOSHIBA

Pfaltzgraff Winterwood Tall Mugs – Set of 9, $50 total. 815-382-2455 Popcorn Set - Like new - 7 piece ceramic. Includes large bucket for popcorn, 4 serving cups, butter server, and salt shaker. Asking price: $10. Call (224) 587-7522 or email buyclassified@yahoo.com to arrange pickup.

ROCKING CHAIR Solid maple. $60 815-385-4353 Roll Top Desk and Chair Dark walnut. $100 815-385-4353 Solid Oak Kitchen Table w/ 6 chairs. Beautiful, must see! $400 firm - McHenry area, 815-355-3356 Step 2 FIRE TRUCK toddler bed for toddler mattress - $100 Johnsburg can deliver 815-790-7058 Trunks. Rattan. Can be used for coffee and end tables. 1 w/glass top. $75/all. 815-385-4353

20” DVD/VCR combo, excellent working condition! $100 847-829-4546

MASTER TRAINER HOME GYM Weider CJXT3, model 70092, $100. 815-385-9383

MIXED FIREWOOD Oak - Maple - Cherry, $85/FC. Free stacking and delivery. 815-334-7914

TV STAND

2 twin beds w/frames - $25 each; Ashley glass top dining table w/4 chairs $40; Girls beech finish dresser w/mirror $25; Small 4 pc sectional $25; 2 book shelves $10 each; Must sell-moving. Johnsburg 847-345-6674.

TV STAND/PLANT STAND

Large, $25. 815-861-3270 Call after 4pm

CORNER SHELVING Decorative, similar to curio cabinet. Will email pics $10 815-404-9765 Country Style Hutch - Includes base cabinet & top display cabinet w/ glass doors in light oak finish. Excellent condition - $200 224-330-8172

2 Buck Saws - $20 815-338-5320 Chain Saw Parts, 2 Complete, Chains – New $75 for all. 815-569-2277

BEDSPREAD ~ NEW, FULL

Beautiful, dark, rich gold floral 54x78” $80. 815-459-3822

Italian Provincial, oval, solid wood with 1” thick Italian marble top. 50”Lx22”Wx16”H, $125.00. Pics Available. 815-943-4277

Home Whirlpool Spa - Dazey Fits in any tub, features a multisetting timer switch, adjustable flow control & temperature readout. $30. Call 224-587-7522 or email buyclassified@yahoo.com to arrange pickup.

Luggage Samsonite Hardside: Piggyback 22” x 22.5” x 10.5” - $15; Pullman – 20” x 24.5 X 7.5 - $10 Both w/wheels - 815-678-4185

Army Cook Stove, Aluminum, Propane, Portable, For Table Top $225 OBO. 815-569-2277

BENCH

Dinnerware – 8 Piece Setting Includes Cups, Saucers, Plates, 2 Platters, 3 Bowls, Creamer & Gravy Boat. Light Beige Color w/ Brown Trim - $40 815-385-5109 10am-6pm

38” Spiral, $20 815-404-8173 Lawn Reindeer, buck, doe, & 3 fawns, all wood $50 815-385-1432 LUGGAGE 3 Pc Samsonite Set w/wheels. Never Used. $50 OBO. Call anytime, 815-861-9864.

Bench Glider Swing - 3 person wide, green metal frame w/ mesh bench complete w/ new full width cushion, $89. 815-236-1747

60' Braided Rope – 3/4” Thick 847-658-4442

AIR HEATER

Jet Mill, 2HP, 115/230 Volt 42” table, chuck and collets, Kurt vice, power feeds, exc cond! $2600 815-560-1065 LADDER - Cosco 17' - World's Greatest Ladder. In great shape like new. Has 3 positions as a step ladder, 6 heights as an extension ladder, 3 positions as a stairway ladder, 2 heights as a scaffold, & 2 heights as a wall ladder. $100. To arrange pickup, 224-587-7522 or email buyclassified@yahoo.com.

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AUCTION SATURDAY, DEC. 7TH

BIRD FEEDER Metal Yard Art similar Frank Lloyd Wright, Oriental Style, 6ft, holds 2 gal. $250. 815-578-0212

Crystal Goblets – Waterford Marquis, Set of 4, New in Box $50. 815-385-1969 9am-5pm

GUMBALL MACHINE

Portable, Natural Gas, Salimander Heater w/ hose. $60. 847-476-6771

15” with silver conchos, girth/ blanket/stand, good condition! $245. 815-861-6119

COFFEE TABLE

WALKER

Good Condition! $25/obo. 815-385-6530 WHEELCHAIR. NEW. High Quality. Adj footrest. Black/Chrome. Could Deliver. $100 815-578-0212

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AUCTION WEDNESDAY, DEC. 11TH, 9:30AM

DINNERWARE - 46 PIECES

Set of Fairwinds, The Friendship of Salem, brown, exc cond, $350. 847-807-9156

Army Boxes - 12” sq. x 4' Long, Steel, Lockable, 70lbs – 3/8' seal on top, humidity indicator $65. 815-569-2277

Wheel Barrow ~ Heavy Duty

Chair. Leather club chair. Espresso color, rounded lines, excellent condition. Great chair. Non-smoking house. Cash please. $175. 815-678-4337.

Vibrating Feet Massager Sit comfortably while relieving tired, aching feet. Ease aches & pains w/ this vibrating feet massager, Uses D cell batteries, incl. $25/obo 847-659-9537

PUNCH BOWL SET

With ladle and 12 cups, still in box, never used. Perfect for the Holiday's! $25 815-477-2772

Being 11 Miles So. of Wisc.-Il. State Line on Il. 45 to Il Rt.120, then W 3.25 Miles, or 5 Miles E of US Rte. 12 on Ill. 120. Turn So off of Rte 120 onto Hainesville Rd. at Mobil Station & Walgreens Store. “Watch for Arrows”

12 New 12 volt outdoor lights w/ wire & timer - $40; Seed Spreader $10. 815-338-5320 aft. 6pm

Western Saddle ~ Simco

Zebra, 60” black and white, like new, $50. 815-404-8173

Handicapped Sink Hand Rails New, Metal - $60 815-943-6937 HOOVEROUNDS (2) Both less than 2 years old. $200/each. 815-566-5965

PUNCH BOWL

Large, cut glass, 15”Hx10” with 8 glasses, $30. Pics avail. 815-790-3083 Check out McHenryCountySports.com for local prep sports and video.

Located at 200 So. Hainesville Rd. Hainesville, Il. 60030

50x84, grey and black. Paid $50/panel, sell for $7/panel. 815-404-8173

Portable, Forced Kerosene. Remington 55, $50. 847-476-6771

Unique Coffee Table for Serious Hockey Fans – Made from Wooden Hockey Stick Shafts. A great gift for a man cave, 16”H x 46”L x 26”W, $350. 815-385-1735 1pm-6pm

3 PIECE WALL UNIT Beautiful 3 piece Danish Modern wall unit, side units have glass display cabinets, center unit is closed cabinet and drawers asking $150 obo - call Sue 815-943-7655

CERAMIC TILE

Cobalt blue and hunter green. $15/box, 20 boxes total. 815-653-4612 Coffee Cups: ceramic from Starbucks 8 ounces, 1 case of 72 cups, $100 815-578-0212

Nesting Luggage Set - Diane Von Furstenberg, 5 pieces, brown tweed Like new. 2 suitcases w/ rollers 1 bag – 21 x 28, other bag 18-1/2 x 26, 2 carry-ons & garment bag. $200 obo 847-658-4944 before 7PM

LAWN MOWER - 19" Neuton, used, battery powered. Includes mulching plug & lawn clipping bag. Added attachments: weed trimmer, 2 replacement trimmer spools, new replacement blade & striper, 2 batteries & their chargers & extra new charger. $400. email: buyclassified@yahoo.com 224-587-7522

Oak, 37”Hx15”Wx12”D. Excellent condition, $85. 847-829-4546

CEMENT BRICKS – Approx 300. 7.5” long by 2.25” high. Light Gray. $50. Best time to call 9am-6pm. 815-653-6042

CURTAIN

TABLE TOP STONE FOUNTAIN Includes pump & adapter. $10. 224-587-7522 or email buyclassified@ yahoo.com to arrange pickup.

Smoked black glass with shelves. Fits up to 42” TV, $50. Can text pics. 847-254-8709

1950 Table & Chairs 1950 Table w/leaf & 4 chairs, original table, chairs are reproduction red vinyl – Great condition - $325 847-778-6828

Wood Lathe ~ Craftsman

12x36, with or without motor on custom wood bench. $100/obo. 708-363-2004

Mirror-Entry Hall gold plated Beveled 66”x 26”. $100. 815-385-4353 New Cocktail Glasses 9 pink, Pierl Martini Glass Stemware, New w/Tags Retails $30, Asking $9 for all 815-455-6201 daytime

QUILT RACK - Beautiful - light wood - can e-mail picture $15. 815-382-7278 Recliner Chair. Very Clean w/arm covers. Non smoking. Light Blue & Grey color. $40 847-515-8012 Rocker/Recliner – Medium Blue No Tears or Rips. Good Condition Rocks Too! – Very Comfortable $30/obo. 847-409-1838

TV - 32" Emerson flat screen TV $150. 224-587-7522 or email: buyclassified@yahoo.com to arrange pickup.

Craftsman, 35,000 BTU, $40. 815-759-5952

Kenmore Vacuum Cleaner w/ attachments. very good condition, like new, used very little. Has inteli, Clean, Suction, Tools, Gentle, floor, dirt sensor $150. Call 815-455-3633 or email

MOBILE BAR

Switching Power Supply: Used Delta Electronics, 300 watt. Originally used in a Hewitt Packard computer. Supply still works. Asking price: $30/obo. Call 224-587-7522 or email buyclassified@yahoo.com to arrange pickup.

Salamander Kerosene Heater

INDOOR GRILL George Foreman Lean Mean Fat Grilling Machine. Interchangeable griddle plate & waffle plates. $30. Call 224-587-7522 or email: buyclassified@yahoo.com to arrange pickup.

Cabinet - 24”W x 36”H x 6”D. Excellent Condition. 4 shelves, can fit over 200 DVDs, $60. 847-659-1852 Love Seat Sturdy Blue Floral Print over Beige, Slip Cover included to keep seat clean - $100. 815-355-1934

Printer ~ Digital Photo Sony

Router, 2 HP with plunge att., hinge template, brand new with case. $80. 815-355-0599

Portable Electric use on counter for drinks or fancy food. Works good, $20. 815-455-3555

Oblong, gold cushions, 2 leafs. $200/obo 815-236-6947

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Located 33696 Kingston Rd. Kingston, Il. 7 Mile SE of Belvidere & I-90 on Genoa Rd to Cherry Valley Rd., then NW 1 Mile to Kingston Rd., then left, or, 2 1/2 Miles No. of Rte. 72 on Glidden Rd. to Cherry Valley Rd. then SE to Kingston Rd., then So.1/4 Mile. NOTE KINGSTON RD. IS CLOSED NORTH OF RTE. 72 “WATCH FOR SIGNS”

“Larry is Retiring” TRACTORS: JD 7710, SN 2503, 5000 Hrs. Hub Duals, Cab. JD 6230 w/JD 673 Quik Tach Loader, 865 Hrs, Roll Bar, Fenders, w/Bucket & Pallet Forks & Spear. JD7800, 5500 Hrs.,3 Remotes, Cab, SN 13340x. Agco Allis 9455 MFWD, 3940 Hrs., 3 Remotes, 18.4x42 Duals, SN 3118272, 15 Fr Wts. JD 4010D, NF. COMBINE & HEADS: JD 9400, 2082/3100 Hrs., Bin Ext., #645147. JD 643 Low Tin Corn Head w/Plastic Snouts. JD 918 Flex Head. Homade Head Cart. FARM EQUIP.: JD #7200 12R30” Max Emerge II Vac Planter w/ Row Cleaners & Ins. JD #566 Round Baler w/Net Wrap (new roll). (2) CIH #781 Ensilage Choppers w/ (2) 2R30 Corn Heads & (2) Hay Heads. NH #358 Mixer Mill w/Scale & Folding Auger. JD #820 MoCo. (2) IH #720 518 Toggle Plows, 1 w/Harrow. Case-IH #6500 9 Sh Coulter-Chisel. IH #315 Cultimulcher. Farmhand & Glencoe 20’ Soil Finishers. IH #475 21’ Disc 9” Spacings. 2 Badger Forage Wagons. 6 Bale Basket Wagons. 6 Grav Box Wagons incl. KB 350 w/JD 1065a Gear, also Huskees & Kory’s, J&M &IH. NI 8’ Sno Blower. JD 15. & Brady 12’ Stalk Choppers. Woods 6’ 3 Pt. Rotary Mower. 2 Lindsey 24’ Cart Harrows. NH #56 5 Bar Rake. Badger 54”& NH #40 Ens. Blowers. JD Van Brunt 12’ Drill w/Hyd Lift & GS. McD Grain Binder. NH #195 Tandem Spr. w/o Apron. JD Sickle Belly Mower ﬁts 3010-20. JD #400 15’ Rotary Hoe. 2 JD 6R30 ‘RM’ Cultivators. 53x8 & 40x8 PTO Augers. 6x25 Auger. Kewanee 48’ #500 Elev. 18.4x38 Duals. NI 3839 Tandem Man Spreader.. 50/30 PTO Generator. SW Broadeast Seeder. Sev. Drag Sections. TRUCKS, STOCK TRLR.: ‘96 Chev 3500 Cheyenne w/9’ Flat Bed. ‘95 Dodge 4x4 2500 PU V-8, Hi Miles, Rust Damage. ‘96 Kiefer 16’ Stock Trlr. Rust Damage. DAIRY, FEEDING & BARN EQUIP.: Mueller 800 G Hi-Perform Bulk Milk Cooler #59436. 12 Westphalia Units & Vac Pump 7 1/2 HP-1PH. 6,4,2 1/2 T Protein Tanks. 8T Schuld Bushnell Prot Tank w/Unl Auger. Goliath 20’ Harvestor Unloader. Badger 24’ & 16’ Ring Dr. Silo Unl. LB White Heater. Water Softener. SHOP & MISC.: 5 HP Air Pump. JD #212 48” Lawn Mower. 2- 15” Metal Culverts 24’ & 30’. Port. Air Compressor. 20 T Press. Drill Press. Table Saw. 8” Vise. Sickle Grinder. Lincoln Welder. Elec Motors incl. 7 1/2 HP 1Ph. & 3HP, 3Ph. Log Chains. Usual Rack Wagon Items. Terms: Cash or Check. No Buyers Premium. Larry will appreciate your attendance. *Take advantage of this years Sec. 179 Tax Credit, available till end of year on machinery purchases.

REASON:

SOLD FARM.

EVERYTHING SELLS.

6 JD TRACTORS-SELLS AT 12 NOON: ‘98 JD 9300 4 WD, #010962, Duals, 4 Rem’s, PTO, only 1700 Hrs., Fully Serviced Spring 2013 at Buck Bros., Sharp. ‘98 JD 7810 MFWD, 3 Remotes, 14 Fr Wts, Firestone 18.4x42 Duals, SN 1763, 3460 Hrs., Radar. ‘81 JD 8640 4WD, 3Pt.,PTO, Duals, 3650 Hrs. on 50 Ser. Eng. ‘92 JD 5300 MFWD, w/ JD #540 Ldr., # 120508, 2600 Hrs. ‘68 JD 4020D, PS, WF, 2 Rem., Hours unknown, Fenders, #186704. ‘68 JD 4020, Syncro, WF, 2 Rem., 7217 Hrs., Fenders, #188103. CONSTR. EQUIP.: JD 250 Skid Steer, 1500 Hrs. Case 580B, Tractor-Loader-Backhoe. ‘81 Schaef Memco Exavator HR 26B, 6228 Hrs. AC Forklift FTP 40-22 12’ Lift, old. AC ‘D’ Motor Grader. AC Crawler. JD COMBINES, HEADS, CARTS, SP SPRAYER, SELLS AT 12:30: ’95 JD 9500 4WD SN 661405, 30.5 x 32 Tires, 2400/3400 Hrs. ‘91 JD 9500 4WD, SN 642403, 28.5x32 Tires, 2812/3863 Hrs. JD 8820 4 WD, rebuilt. Both have Maurer Bin Ext & Vittitoe Spr. ‘97 JD 693 CH, SN 670565. ‘94 JD 693 CH, SN 655945. ‘97 JD 920 Platform. new Poly, #671897. ‘94 JD 925 Platform, new Poly, #655945. 4 Unverferth Head Carts, HFT 20 & 25. Homemade Head Cart. JD #6500 w/60’ Boom, 420 Gal Tank, Foamer, 1355 Hrs. #10153. TILLAGE, PLANTING& ROW CROP EQUIP.: DMI 50’ Tigermate II FC, (Red) #0014975. JD #712 11 Sh Coulter-Chisel. JD #510 20’ Disc Ripper, #004095. JD #980 30’ Field Cultv w/5 Bar. IH #490 26’ Disc w/ Hitchhiker 7 1/2”. Case 20’ Off-Set Disc. JD #235 30’ Disc w/ Harrow. JD #7200 12R30 Max Emerge II No-Till Cons Planter w/Row Cleaners, Ins-Herb Boxes, Auger Fill, Vacu. (2) JD #1560 Drills, 7 1/2” Sp., 1 w/ GS, Dolly Whls, w/Houck Tandem Hitch. (2) IH 5100 Gr Drills w/ Tandem Hitch, 7 1/2” Sp., GS on one. Kewanee 18 1/2’ Disc. IH #37 10’6” Disc. (2) Killbros 385 Grav. Boxes w/Seed Augers on 12T Gears w/Tarps. (3) M&W 350 Bu. Grav. Wagons. Parker #710 Grain Cart. HAY & FORAGE EQUIP.: JD #535 Rd Baler SN 862050, No Wrap. (2) JD #328 Balers w/#42 Ejectors #986040 & 896895. JD #930 MoCo. (7) H&S 9x16 Bale Thrower Wagons. (2) K&K 9x14 Bale Throw Wagons. JD #752 Tedder. Allied 48’ Bale Elev. (2) 24’ Bale Conv. Hyd. Rd. Bale Hauler. Gruett 6 Rd. Bale Wagon. Gehl #970 & 920 Forage Boxes on Tandem Gears. (4) JD Hay Rakes, 672,662,660 & 660. (2) NH Tandem Rake Hitches. (2) 3Pt. Rd. Bale Forks. Gehl CB 1060 Forage Chopper w/ 2R30 & Hay Heads. Gehl #1000 Ens. Chopper. GRAIN BINS, HARVESTORE, DRYER, AUGERS & VAC: 14,000 Bu. GSI Bin. 11,000 Chicago Bin. 50’ Harvestore Structure. 60’ Grain Leg. ‘94 Farm Fans Mod.2135a Crop Dryer, SN 21262, 1899 Hrs. Handlair #555 5” Grain Vac, hardly used. Neco Seed Cleaner. 75 Bu. Dump Pit. 40’ Cross Auger Transport Augers. Transport Augers incl Sheyenne 50’ PTO, Westﬁeld 44’ 7 1/2” HP3PH, 31’ PTO, Kewanee 42’ 3 PH. SEMI TRUCKS & TRLRS, PU’S, CAMPER & GOLF CAR: ’96 Mack CH 600 Tdm Tractor, Day Cab, EZ427, 9 Sp., 165K. ‘95 Mack CH 600 Tdm., Tractor, Day Cab, EZ427, 8 Sp., 315K. Both have Wet Kits, A Matched Pair, Sharp. (2) Wilson 2000 & 1994 Pacesetter 41’ Alum Hopper Trlrs, Spring Susp. ‘92 Alumitech 24’ Dump, low use. ‘04 Chev 2500HD, 4x4 PU, Ext. Cab, 6.0. ‘03 Chev 2500HD, 4x4, Ext. Cab, 6.0 Gas Eng. ‘71 Ford 800 w/ 2200 Gal Water Tank, Field ready. ‘75 Chev 50 w/14’ B&H. ‘94 Fleetwod Chev Camper, 56,700 M. ‘05 Hudson 16’ Skid Steer Trlr. ‘97 Kiefer 16’ Bumper Stock Trlr. ‘92 EZ Go Gas Golf Car. SHOP & MISC. EQUIP. & ETC. SELLS AT 9:30: 6 T Tandem Fert. Spreader, good. JD #1517 & 1518 Bush Hogs. JD #709 7’ Rot Mower on Whls. JD 8’ Rear Blade #115. (2) Killbros 13 T Running Gears. Gehl 8T Gear. Gehl #325 Tandem Man Spreader. 1000 Gal Alum Tank Trailer. 1000 Gal Dsl Tank on Trailer. 1000 Gal Dsl Tank w/Elec Pump. Stock Tanks. Tank Heaters. Danhuser 3Pt PHD. 1300 &1500 Gal FG Nurse Tanks. Winco 45,000 1 & 3 Ph Gen. 8 HP 4400 Gen. 36” Fan. Port. Air Compr w/Wisc Eng. (2) Acetylene Units. 7 1/2 HP 1 PH Motor. LB White K350 & JD 150 Heaters. Bench Grinder. Miller & GE Welders. 20T Press. Drill Press. Floor & Bottle Jacks. 3500 PSI Shot-Gun Washer. A-Frame w/Hoist on Track. (2) L-Shape PU Fuel Tanks w/Pumps, 1 w/Tool Box. Much More. Sells Early. Terms: Cash or Check Day of Sale. No Buyers Premium. Inspection: Tues. Dec. 10th , 9 to 4.

LARRY MATHEY 815-761-5367 Evenings to 8 PM

GRAYSLAKE GELATIN FARMS - GARY WALKINGTON, MGR 847-370-1644 DAYS Auctioneers: Gordon Stade, Huntley, Il. 847-514-2853. Lennie Bryson, Polo & Tim Hall, Kirkland.

Auctioneers: Gordon Stade, Huntley, Il 847-514-2853, Todd Wills, Monroe Center, Il. & Tim Hall, Kirkland, Il.

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Star War Action Figurines Mint condition, never opened. Dewback/Sandtrooper/ Ronto/Jawa, Luke/Tauntaum, $25/ea. 815-861-6119

Sugar & Creamer Pickard Salt & Pepper, gold floral, $135. 815-459-3822 Vacuum: Sanitaire by Electrolux (Mighty-Mite) - small vac with on-board attachments. Brand new, never used in sealed box. Asking $75. 847-669-1643 VANITY Beautiful antique pine vanity w/ attached mirror & center drawer. Brought from England by the dealer, 37-1/4" W, 20" D & 29-1/2" to top of vanity. Mirror 22-3/8" W by 35-3/8" H. Center drawer has metal pull. Legs & side mirror supports have charming decorative sculptured detail. $450. 815-236-1747

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1998 W. McKee at Randall Road Batavia, IL

1460 S. Eastwood Dr. • Woodstock, IL

225 N. Randall Road • St. Charles, IL

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888/682-4485

800/935-5913

877/226-5099

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800/407-0223

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1075 W. Golf Rd. Hoffman Estates, IL

409 Skokie Valley Hwy • Lake Bluff, IL

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888/280-6844

www.Knauzcontinentalauto.com

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www.avenuechevrolet.com

LIBERTYVILLE CHEVROLET 1001 S Milwaukee Ave Libertyville, IL

847/362-1400 www.libertyvillechevrolet.com

407 Skokie Valley Hwy. • Lake Bluff, IL

847/604-5000 www.KnauzBMW.com

MOTOR WERKS BMW Barrington & Dundee Rds. Barrington, IL

800/935-5913 www.motorwerks.com

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REICHERT BUICK 2145 S. Eastwood Dr. • Woodstock, IL

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5404 S. Rt. 31 • Crystal Lake, IL

BULL VALLEY FORD/ MERCURY

847/669-6060

888/800-6100

1460 S. Eastwood Dr. • Woodstock, IL

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www.clcjd.com

RAY CHEVROLET 866/561-8676

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www.raychevrolet.com

2525 E. Main Street • St. Charles, IL

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www.zimmermanford.com

Route 31, between Crystal Lake & McHenry

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630/584-1800

118 Route 173 • Antioch, IL

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REICHERT CHEVROLET

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847/604-5050

119 Route 173 • Antioch, IL

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1035 S. Rt. 31, One Mile South of Rt. 14 Crystal Lake, IL

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www.billjacobs.com

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LAND ROVER LAKE BLUFF 375 Skokie Valley Hwy • Lake Bluff, IL

LIBERTYVILLE MITSUBISHI

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847/604-8100

1119 S. Milwaukee Ave.• Libertyville, IL

360 N. Rt. 31 • Crystal Lake, IL

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800/720-7036

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Route 31, between Crystal Lake & McHenry

River Rd & Oakton, • Des Plaines, IL

111 S. Rte 31 • McHenry, IL

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888/553-9036

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847/234-2800

866/469-0114

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847/816-6660

1051 W. Higgins • Hoffman Estates, IL

BUSS FORD LINCOLN MERCURY

www.piemontechevy.com

847/741-2100

www.oharehonda.com

O’HARE HYUNDAI

847/426-2000

1200 E. Chicago St. Elgin, IL

815/385-2100

775 Rockland Road Routes 41 & 176 in the Knauz Autopark • Lake Bluff, IL Experience the best…Since 1934

www.sunnysidecompany.com

ELGIN TOYOTA

888/204-0042

www.clcjd.com

815/385-7220

KNAUZ MINI

888/538-4492

KNAUZ HYUNDAI

Route 120 • McHenry, IL

www.billjacobs.com

Route 31, between Crystal Lake & McHenry

888/800-6100

SUNNYSIDE COMPANY CHRYSLER DODGE

www.raysuzuki.com

800/295-0166

300 East Ogden Ave. • Hinsdale, IL

881 E. Chicago St. • Elgin, IL

5404 S. Rt. 31 • Crystal Lake, IL

1564 W. Ogden Ave. • Naperville, IL

888/446-8743 847/587-3300

River Rd & Oakton, • Des Plaines, IL

www.sunnysidecompany.com

CRYSTAL LAKE CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE

BILL JACOBS MINI

BILL JACOBS LAND ROVER HINSDALE

815/385-7220

MOTOR WERKS CADILLAC

111 S. Rte 31 • McHenry, IL

815/385-2000

O’HARE HONDA

www.garylangauto.com

AUTO GROUP - GARY LANG CHEVROLET

1400 E. Dundee Rd., Palatine, IL

847/202-3900

800/935-5913

ELGIN HYUNDAI

www.motorwerks.com

ARLINGTON KIA IN PALATINE

www.raymondkia.com

200 N. Cook St. • Barrington, IL

815/385-2100 www.garylangauto.com

23 N. Route 12 • Fox Lake

www.garylangauto.com

224/603-8611

Route 120 • McHenry, IL

Route 31, between Crystal Lake & McHenry

RAY SUZUKI

MOTOR WERKS HONDA

www.motorwerks.com

AUTO GROUP GARY LANG SUBARU

815/385-2100

Barrington & Dundee Rds. Barrington, IL

847/683-2424

815/459-7100 or 847/658-9050

1107 S Rt. 31 between Crystal Lake and McHenry

888/800-6100

206 S. State Street • Hampshire, IL

BUSS FORD LINCOLN MERCURY

409A Skokie Valley Hwy • Lake Bluff, IL

815/385-2100

800/935-5923

AUTO GROUP GARY LANG KIA

www.clcjd.com

FENZEL MOTOR SALES

800/407-0223 www.bullvalleyford.com

www.arlingtonkia.com

CRYSTAL LAKE CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE 5404 S. Rt. 31 • Crystal Lake, IL

PAULY SCION 1035 S. Rt. 31, One Mile South of Rt. 14 Crystal Lake, IL

888/600-8053 www.springhillford.com

13900 Auto Mall Dr. • Huntley, IL

39 N. Rte. 12 • Fox Lake, IL

200 N. Cook Street • Barrington, IL

800 Dundee Ave. • East Dundee, IL

www.martin-chevy.com

SUNNYSIDE COMPANY CHRYSLER DODGE

Sump Pump - Basement WatchDog Combo, 1/2 Hp Primary & Back Up Pump w/ Battery, Only Used 3 months, New $520, Asking $250. 815-814-5238

847/234-1700

CRYSTAL LAKE CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE

AUTO GROUP - GARY LANG BUICK 815/385-2100

815/385-2000

TOM PECK FORD

815/338-2780

Route 31, between Crystal Lake & McHenry

111 S. Rte 31 • McHenry, IL

815/459-4000

2145 S. Eastwood Dr. • Woodstock, IL

AUTO GROUP - GARY LANG CADILLAC

Answering Machine: Panasonic w/4 hand sets, talking caller ID, speaker phone $55 847-829-4546 Kindle Fire 8GB, pink 360 rotating cover, zebra fashion cover, usb cable, headphones, screen protector, orig. box $100 847-409-6477

MOTOR WERKS SAAB

360 N. Rte. 31 • Crystal Lake, IL

Beveled bathroom mirror. 35-1/2" x 35-3/4", $40. 815-347-0133

File Cabinet – 3 Drawer, Drawers 41”L x 18”W Tan Metal, Good Condition You Haul – In Storage in Bensenville, IL - $50 OBO Call 331-551-1421 days

MERCEDES-BENZ OF ST. CHARLES

Barrington & Dundee Rds. Barrington, IL

www.reichertautos.com

BICYCLE – 2013 Girls Specialized Hotrock 20” Coaster Bike, Purple. Used only 1 summer. $120 815-382-2455

MOTOR WERKS INFINITI

AVENUE CHEVROLET

1001 W. Higgins Rd. (Rt. 71) or 1000 W. Golf Rd. (Rt. 58) • Hoffman Estates, IL

Pre-Fold Cloth Diapers

BULL VALLEY FORD/ MERCURY

ANDERSON BMW

MOTOR WERKS CERTIFIED OUTLET Late Model Luxury Pre-Owned Vehicles

1001 W. Higgins Rd. (Rt. 71) or 1000 W. 1000 W. Golf Rd. (Rt. 58) Hoffman Estates, IL

ANDERSON MAZDA 360 N. Rt. 31 • Crystal Lake, IL

888/682-4485 www.andersoncars.com

800/935-5909 www.motorwerks.com

PRE-OWNED KNAUZ NORTH 2950 N. Skokie Hwy • North Chicago, IL

847/235-8300 www.knauznorth.com Golf Rd. (Rt. 58) • Hoffman Estates, IL

BARRINGTON VOLVO 300 N. Hough (Rt. 59) • Barrington, IL

847/381-9400

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SEWING MACHINE

Singer with all accessories plus storage stool, $60. 815-385-4353

Shop Vac Wet/Dry 5HP, 158MPH velocity on casters. In great shape! $25 815-861-3270

SNOWPLOW

Myers, 7.5' plow and A frame. $300. 847-302-7009

ENGLISH BULLDOG - AKC 1 yr old male, brown and white, perfect markings. Asking $1700 OBO. He loves EVERYTHING crystal.montain@comcast.net

Audio/Video Stand – Bell'o Model AVS4205M – Like New Retails $560, Asking $100 815-459-3962

Golden Retriever Puppies AKC, champion bloodlines, parents all clearances, exceptional quality, males only, $900 815-494-6272

Crate Guitar Amp: 15 amp Good Condition - $85 815-382-6362

Golden Retrievers. AKC. Cream & Golden. First shots. 6 weeks old. $750. Great Holiday Gift. 815-206-9229

GUITARS (2)

DON'T NEED IT? SELL IT FAST! Northwest Classified Call 800-589-8237

JASPER 1 year old male Beagle mix I want to make a fresh start. It's almost a new year and the perfect time for a new beginning. I'm going to be a happier, healthier me. www.helpingpaws.net 815-338-4400 Kennels 3x2.6” & 3x2.4” $30 815-404-9765

KITTENS FREE TO GOOD HOME! 847-642-0091

CAN'T GET ENOUGH BEARS NEWS? Get Bears news on Twitter by following @bears_insider

MERCY Control is an illusion. The only person or thing I can change is myself. While I can't control what happens, I do have a say in the way I react. www.helpingpaws.net 815-338-4400 JOBS ANNOUNCEMENTS STUFF VEHICLES REAL ESTATE SERVICES LEGALS Find it all right here in Northwest Classified

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Amplifier: Polytone 104 180 watts, 2 - 12” speakers, Reverb & Tremolo, 2 channel Excellent Condition - $225 815-338-5083 9am-9pm

Yamaha base RAX 200, $250. Ibanez, electric G10, $150. 815-648-4444 McHenryCountySports.com is McHenry County Sports

Stamp & Coin Collections

815-334-8611 PORTNOY 2 month old male Pekingese mix. There is no common denominator among the people I like or admire. The one thing in common with those I love is they make me laugh. www.helpingpaws.net 815-338-4400

China Plates – Royal Copenhagen Set of 8 Christmas Salad Plates 8” D - “Jingle Bells” - Very Old Excellent Condition, Protected in Zippered Container - $240 815-385-1969 9a-5p Christmas Dinner Plates 8 Nikko Dinner Plates – 10-1/2” D “Happy Holidays” Very Old, Protected in Zipper Container $65. 815-385-1969 9a-5p Christmas Tree - Fiber optic tabletop 24” tall, decorated w/ gold fiber optic lanterns & has a gold base. Asking $30. Call (224) 587-7522 or email buyclassified@yahoo.com to arrange pickup.

CHRISTMAS TREE Green, 7.5 ft, $29.00. 847-736-2838

CASH PAID Call Bill 847-487-6889

Kenosha, WI

SAT ONLY 10-4 1329 43rd St BODY SHOP/REPAIR Snap On tools, chests, wall cabinets, work benches, air compressors, spray booth, hydraulic jacks, go kart/mini bike, 3 1950's tow trucks, '51 Rolls Bentley, '99 Suzuki. Real Estate for Sale/Lease Owner will finance Pics at estatesales.net

By Kathy's Estate Sales 847-363-4814

WOODSTOCK

CHRITMAS TREE ~ LIVE

ESTATE SALE

One Day Only !

Fahrenheat Ceiling Mount Automatic Electrical Garage Heater. 7,500W Only used 5 times, in a good condition. Asking $350. Call 1-815-546-3193

621 West Judd Street Saturday December 7th 8:00AM - 4:00PM

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Printed in the Northwest Herald Classiﬁed on December 25 Submission deadline December 20 Mail completed form with photo and $25 payment to: Northwest Herald: Baby’s 1st Christmas Trevor Ryan Smith P.O. Box 250 Birthday: 08-13-13 08/13/10 Parents: Sue and Steve Smith Crystal Lake, IL 60039-0250 Grandparents: David and Joan Smith, Alice and Norton Cummings or drop off 24 hrs. Actual size 2.5” x 3” 7717 S. Rt. 31, Crystal Lake or email to classiﬁed@shawsuburban.com

Dirt Bike/ATV Helmet. Youth Med. Blue/Black. Good cond. $10 CASH Crystal Lk. 815-477-3775 Foosball Table - Survivor $30. 815-455-6128

Ice Hockey Skates Mens Bauer Black Panther, Size 10, New, In box; Other Skates, Size 8 & 9 – Used, $20 815-459-3962

WAUCONDA AMERICAN LEGION

515 S. Main St. 847-526-9718 SAT DEC 7 9am-4pm SUN DEC 8 10am-3pm

* Free Admission Great Food (Benefits Scholarship Fund)

LIBERTYVILLE

Parent’s Names_________________________________________

SKI PANTS Arctix ,Black

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Size extra large, insulated, brand new, never worn, must see. $32.60 815-459-5663

Grandparent’s Names____________________________________

Snowboard boots, kid's size 6, cobalt blue, worn once. $10 815-477-3775

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Snowboard Boots: Womens, Burton Tryst Snowboard Boots, size 7 white and purple LIKE NEW $40 815-385-4248 after 10am

Payment Method: ❑ MC

❑ VISA

❑ Cash

❑ Check DOLL HOUSE

❑ DISCOVER ❑ AMERICAN EXPRESS

Gingerbread trim, shingled roof, 4 rooms, 18x12”, newly built. $50. 847-854-7980

WOODSTOCK

Cookie Walk & Craft Sale SAT, DEC 7 8AM - 3PM First United Methodist Church 201 W. South St.

HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE Willow Brooke Apts.

8400 CUNAT BLVD. Get Your Shopping Done In One Place! Stop By & Receive a Raffle Ticket for Amazing Products

1501 THOMPSON RD

TOOLS & OTHER YARD ITEMS! Advertise here for a successful garage sale! Call 815-455-4800

Need Help Rebuilding, Repairing or Replanting? Check out the

We are At Your Service!

2121 Willow Brooke Dr.

SUN, DEC 8th 11AM - 3PM Gift Vendors Include ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !

Tastefully Simple Avon Thirty One Origami Owl Tupperware Scentsy ACB - Rainbow Loom Crazy About Sewing Dark Souls Kustoms Woodwork

Donations will be accepted

NWH

SAT, DEC 7 11AM-3PM

in the back of Classified and on PlanitNorthwest.com/business for a list of Local Professionals.

Kid's toy wooden kitchen $25 815-307-8149 New HO & G Trains & Tracks $300. 815-338-5320 aft. 6pm

Antique and Modern Guns

RICHMOND HOLIDAY STOP 'N SHOP

WOODSTOCK

Signature_____________________________________________

Old Lever Actions, Winchesters, Marlins, Savages, etc. Old Pistols and Revolvers. Cash for Collection. FFL License 815-338-4731

(Bet. Lily Lake & Darrell Rd.)

Your One Stop Shop!

FREE GIFT RAFFLES & HOLIDAY TREATS

Please print clearly. One child per photo.

McHenry INDOOR GARAGE SALE Last Chance Sale! 610 Wegner Rd.

At Your Service Directory

Original doll, still in box, $50. 815-455-2688

Phone #______________________________________________

Everything Must Go Inside and Out! Some tools, furniture, Some antiques, Perfume Bottles, Beanie Babies, X-Mas and More! No reasonable offer refused.

SAT, DEC 7 8-5 HOLIDAY SHOPPING STOP Please come by and have an Amazing dinner while you wait come by and shop with over 25 vendors and crafters. Will have Holiday Specials.

DOLL ~ CABBAGE PATCH

Submitter’s Name______________________________________

ESTATE SALE! Sat. Dec. 7th 9am-4pm

BARN SALE

Credit Card #__________________________________________

Step 2 Wagon w/Tag-a-long Green w/doors & cup holders Fun times for 3 kids - $10 815-455-6201

LAKE IN THE HILLS

WOODSTOCK

Women's, with blade guards, size 6, excellent condition! $15 847-854-7980

Remote Control Car: Radio Shack Intruder 4x4 - $25 obo 815-455-6128

Tues – Fri, 10am-3pm Sat, 10am-1pm

Many, Many Vendors!

ICE SKATES ~ LAKE PLACID

Baby’s Birthdate________________________________________

on Christmas ideas!

More items have been added. Friday ½ off everything! Saturday fill a bag for $5 Sunday FREE except furniture.

SNOWBLOWER

6HP, 24”, single stage. $75. 815-338-0136 Toro Snowblower - $50. McHenry area 815-355-3356 Toro/CCR. 3HP. 16” 2 cycle. Good condition. $120 815-385-3858

GREAT PRICES & SELECTION

HOLIDAY CRAFT SHOW

New – Never Used, Buy before the snow flies! $165. 847-395-5795

Snowblower ~ Craftsman

469 Lake St. (Between McHenry & Dole Ave)

Fri., Sat. & Sun. 9am-4pm

New Electric DuroStar Snow Demon SD1300

Yard Machine, 4.5HP, 21” wide, runs excellent, $150. Murray Snowblower, Single Stage, 4.5HP, $75. 630-290-1412

Christopher's RESALE SHOPPE

815-363-3532

Aaron's snowblower, electric start $325 815-337-0078

HOCKEY SKATES

Baby’s Name___________________________________________

3705 WEST ELM FRI 11-7 & SAT & SUN 8-5

One size fits all, cotton, worn once - $20.00. 224-569-2678

NBH Supreme 70, men's size 10. Still in box, never used. Orig $400, selling now $199. 815-404-9570

Call with questions: 815-455-4800

ECKEL'S MCHENRY FLEA MARKET

SANTA SUIT

The Original “Sleeping Santa” w/Box, Adult Owned – Used Once Excellent Condition - $70 Also other animated items 815-385-1969 9am-5pm

Little

Everything must go !

Lighted White Reindeer Italian Lights – One Move Head $30. 815-444-9715

3-5” tall for outside, adorable! $35. 815-477-2772

CRYSTAL LAKE

305 Plum St

44 ft, come and look. $150. 815-459-1015

Ornament – Swarovski Crystal Snowflake Ornament 2001 Annual Crystal in Box w/ Certificate Never Used - $125 815-385-1969 9am-5pm

Free admission.

815-338-9370

Christmas Tree Stand Large heavy duty, holds tree trunk up to 7". $20. 815-455-6128

Miniature Lighting for Christmas village, railroad or doll house. 5 trans & misc. $35. 815-790-9812

WOODSTOCK

Snow Angels Craft Fair, Cookies & Quilts Redeemer Lutheran Church 1320 Dean St. Sat, Dec. 7th 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

for PADS OF McHenry County

KIDS CRAFT CORNER Free Gift Wrapping

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DOWNTOWN

CRYSTAL LAKE

Get Around Guide Participating Downtown Crystal Lake businesses are hosting a friendly competition to raise money for The Salvation Army. Gingerbread Creations are on display at these downtown businesses: Benedicts La Strata Blue Ridge Mountain Outﬁtters Clip Joynt Hair Salon • CLIX Crystal Lake Bank & Trust Dalzell Jewelers • Friendship House Georgio’s Pizzeria & Pub KaleidoScoops Ice Cream Kitchen Outﬁtters La Bellissima Lingerie • Le Petit Marche Lulu’s Wiggin Out • Marvin’s Toy Store Material Girl • Out of the Box Raue Center for the Arts Starbucks Coffee • Suran Built Sweet Pea Cakes • Wickham Interiors Yours & Meyn

2013 Contest

Additional red kettles can be found at: Café Olympic • Crossroads Gifts Crystal Lake Health Foods Downtown Crystal Lake Marathon Heisler’s Bootery • Joe’s Barber Shop Thomas’ Tails

Stop in to view the gingerbreads, and make a donation to the corresponding Salvation Army kettle. Every dollar deposited through Christmas Eve is worth one vote. The business who collects the most $$ is the winner. In reality, the real “winner” is The Salvation Army and all the people they serve in our community. So here’s your opportunity to (legally) STUFF the ballot box with votes (dollars)!!

Visit www.DowntownCL.org for additional information.

Win a $100 Shopping Spree Congratulations to ALICE HELLGETH OF CRYSTAL LAKE!

Entr y F orm Inside

Our November Shopping Spree Winner! Read this month’s

Featured Business

For more special offers, visit us at www.DowntownCL.org

Wear Did U Get That Celebrates Year One Stephanie Ormsby’s passion for fashion is what attracts people to WEAR DID U GET THAT in downtown Crystal Lake. Her passion is contagious!!! Stephanie and her team of employees love to outfit women from ages 17-97. They are honest, genuine and create a fun, cozy shopping environment. WEAR DID U GET THAT is focused on fashion for everyday! Customers are encouraged to try on merchandise while Stephanie and her gals inquire about body type, lifestyle, and needs. The clothes are selected to fit, while accentuating the positives and minimizing the negatives. The result is a loyal clientele, who return regularly, refer friends and feel like family when shopping. WEAR DID U GET THAT specializes in premium denim. They carry BIG STAR, HUDSON, KUT, and PAIGE in boot, skinny and straight leg styles. Customers will find clothes that span from size 0-16 and extra small to some plus sized pieces. All the gals try on the clothes to see how they fit, and what body type it would be good for. They then suggest pieces that not only make the customer look good, but FEEL great as well. An employee of Stephanie summed up the experience of shopping at WEAR DID U GET THAT. She exclaimed, “It is so satisfying when a customer hugs you and thanks you profusely for making their shopping experience great!!!!” continued on back

66 N. Williams St. • Crystal Lake 815.455.7500

Entry Form

Win a $100 Shopping Spree YES! YOU READ THAT RIGHT! This is your opportunity to win a $100 Shopping Spree in Downtown Crystal Lake! Please complete the form and drop it off in the Entry Box at one of the participating merchants listed. You will be entered in a drawing to win $100 in gift certiﬁcates ($25 from each of the four participating merchants). While you’re there, we invite you to look around and see all that these generous merchants have to offer. Contest details: No purchase necessary. Contest ends on December 28, 2013. Winner will be notiﬁed. One entry per household.

Watch for our next ad on January 2, 2014 -we’ll have a whole new set of merchant gift certiﬁcates to offer!

Name Address City

Zip

Phone E-mail

Optional

Expiration date December 28, 2013 Complete the entry form and deposit it in the box at one of four businesses.

Kitchen Outfitters, 64B N. Williams St. Fiona’s Finds, 39 N. Williams St. Lloyd’s Paint & Paper, 73 N. Williams St. Benedicts La Strata, 40 N. Williams St. New merchandise arrives at least three times a week at the store and displays are updated frequently. WEAR DID U GET THAT is a fashion-forward boutique without boutique prices. Customers return regularly, bringing sisters, mothers, nieces, daughters and friends along for the opportunity to identify the fine points of personal fashion. Everyone who walks into the shop receives the highest level of individualized attention and walks out with a new sense of self-confidence. Ask around town and you will learn that women from near and far rely on the talented team at WEAR DID U GET THAT. Celebrating their first year in business, Stephanie and her team invite you to find out what others are raving about. Start your journey to dressing your best with a visit to the store. Located at 66 North Williams Street in Historic Downtown Crystal Lake, you can join the women who claim, “I walked in feeling frumpy and walked out a new person!” Holiday Gift giving is so easy when shopping at WEAR DID U GET THAT! Open seven days a week and you can find us on Facebook to see the latest trends!!!!

66 N. Williams St. • Crystal Lake 815.455.7500

NEW MOVIES PlanitNorthwest.com

‘INSIDE LLEWYN DAVIS’ ‘OUT OF THE FURNACE’

‘SONGS OF THE SEASON’ 12•5•13

LOCAL MUSICIANS TEAM UP FOR HOLIDAY CONCERT

S TO G N I TH HIS T O D ND E K E WE

Pops music CRYSTAL LAKE COMMUNITY BAND TO PERFORM

All Doled Up DOLE MANSION READY TO CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS

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SUNDAY

Fashion, home decorating, gardening, announcements and more!

Holiday Sale Grand Pianos up to 50% OFF Now thru December 15th FREE Customer Delivery thru Christmas Eve!

Piano Trends Music & Band Co. FINE PIANOS & BAND INSTRUMENTS – LESSONS – MUSICS – GIFTS

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FEATURES

PLANIT 10

There are a lot of events taking place in the county this weekend. We choose the top 10.

GO GUIDE

Get in the spirit of the season with our Holiday Events Guide.

ON THE COVER

Celebrate with Christmas at the Dole.

UP CLOSE

Crystal Lake Community Band to perform Winter Pops concert.

MOVIES

Read reviews of “Inside Llewyn Davis” and “Out Of The Furnace.”

DEPARTMENTS Bands & Performers......................................19 Concert guide................................................14 Go Guide...........................................................8 Movies.............................................................16 On the Cover..................................................10 Planit 10............................................................6 Up Close..........................................................14

ON THE COVER Alice Picchi of Crystal Lake decorates a mantel above a ireplace at the Dole Mansion in Crystal Lake. A group of volunteers, artist and staff decorated the building. Lathan Goumas - lgoumas@shawmedia.com

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WHAT’S GOING ON

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A Family Tradition for Over 30 Years

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3812 N. Richmond Rd., (Rt. 31), McHenry, IL • (815) 385-4069 • www.kennysﬂoors.com Hours of Operation: Mon-Thurs 9am-6pm, Fri 9am 5pm, Sat 9am-4pm

12-Month Interest-Free Financing. - See store for details.

Mary Ann Johnson

Christmas Open House Thursday, December 5th • 10 am - 7 pm Saturday, December 7th • 10am - 1pm 440 Riverside Drive, Crystal Lake Original Mary Ann Johnson Greeting Cards, hand painted glassware, crockery, mugs, cookies for Santa plates, snowman signs, ornaments, girlfriend items, wedding, plates and ornaments... Everything can be personalized. Please bring a friend and come for some Holiday fun and girlfriend chit chat! Call Mary Ann for directions at 815-459-3243

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Dolphin Swim Club is a learn-to-swim facility committed to bringing confidence, self-esteem, and safety to every child. Our professionally trained teachers accomplish this by creating a fun learning environment in which children see challenges in a positive way. In addition to providing the area’s best swimming lessons, we also offer water aerobics, baby swim and prenatal classes – making Dolphin Swim Club the only one of its kind in the area.

Locally owned and operated, 1776 Restaurant uses fresh, flavorful ingredients to do all of their authentic American cooking. Choose from a unique menu that features fresh fish, wild game dishes and prime rib that can’t be beat. Featuring the best wine list in the greater Chicago area and a relaxed, intimate atmosphere, 1776 Restaurant is a dining experience you don’t want to miss!

Check website for more details and restrictions.

Crystal Lake, IL

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Crystal Lake, IL

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Paradise Jewelry in Fox Lake is family owned and operated and brings a home feeling to all our customers. Stop in to get your jewelry cleaned, fixed or come in and say, Hi! Come in and see our selection of fine jewelry, diamonds, gemstones, gold, silver, watches, stainless steel, candles, and much, much more! We buy gold and silver! On site jewelry repairs!

The Shaw Media Wine Club brings a worldly selection of six stellar wines to your door. Our experts specialize in finding wines that are benchmarks of their style and type, at prices that put more expensive bottlings to shame. If you think a wine we’ve selected isn’t up to snuff, no problem —we’ll arrange for a replacement, no questions asked.

Check website for more details and restrictions.

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EVENTS

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“A CHRISTMAS CAROL”

JOLLY-PA-LOOZA

WHEN: 8 p.m. Dec. 6-7; 2 p.m. Dec. 7; 3 p.m. Dec. 8 WHERE: Woodstock Opera House, 121 Van Buren St., Woodstock COST & INFO: Presented by Woodstock Musical Theatre Company, join Scrooge as he journeys through the Christmases of past, present and future with his three ghostly guides. Tickets: $23 adults, $20 students and seniors. Information: www.woodstockoperahouse.com or 815-338-5300.

WHEN: 5 p.m. Dec. 7 WHERE: Johnsburg Community Club, 2315 Church St., Johnsburg COST & INFO: Walla-Pa-Looza, Raisin’ Cash for Cancer presents live music from Valentine (pictured), 4 Grand and Friction, silent auctions, meat raffles, food, a cash bar and more. Cost: $5 donation at the door. Information: 815-363-1189 or www.walla-pa-looza.org.

CHRISTMAS OF YESTERYEAR YEAR

WHEN: 4 to 8 p.m. Dec. 6; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Dec. 7; and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 8 WHERE: downtown Richmond COST & INFO: Featuring a variety of Christmas events throughout Richmond with a tree lighting, cookie walk, craft fairs, entertainment, visit from Santa and more. Information: 815-678-4040 or www.richmond-il.com.

“WRIGLEY FIELD:100 STORIES FOR 100 YEARS” BOOK SIGNING WHEN: 1 to 3 p.m. Dec. 7 WHERE: Read Between the Lynes, 129 Van Buren St., Woodstock COST & INFO: Meet Dan Campana and Rob Carroll, authors of “Wrigley Field: 100 Stories for 100 Years.” Carroll also is the entertainment editor at the Northwest Herald. The book features a special story by Kerry Wood and introduction by WGN-TV’s Dan Roan, as well as contributors including Bob Costas, Rick Sutcliffe and Steve Stone. Information: facebook. com/100wrigleystories.

CHARLIE PARR

WHEN: 9:30 p.m. Dec. 6 WHERE: Duke’s Ale House, 110 N. Main St., Crystal Lake COST & INFO: Guitarist and banjo player Charlie Parr will perform. The band Huckleberry Green will open. Information www.thedukeabides.com or 815-356-9980.

“IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A RADIO PLAY”

WHEN: 8 p.m. Dec. 6-7, 3 p.m. Dec. 8 WHERE: Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake. COST & INFO: Presented by Williams Street Repertory, a chance to fall in love with the story of Bedford Falls all over again in a way you’ve never seen it (or heard it) told before. Tickets: starting at $25. Information: www.rauecenter.org, www.wsrep.org or 815-356-9212.

12TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF TREES

WHEN: 6 p.m. Dec. 6 WHERE: Village Hall, 600 Harvest Gate, Lake in the Hills COST & INFO: A lighting ceremony will be led by Santa and Mrs. Claus. Spectators can vote for their favorite tree by placing nonperishable food and household items at the base of the tree they like best. Items will be donated to the Algonquin-Lake in the Hills Interfaith Food Pantry. Information: 847-960-7460 or www.lith.org.

“SONGS OF THE SEASON”

WHEN: 8 p.m. Dec. 6 WHERE: The Listening Room at Lakeside Legacy Arts Park, 401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake COST & INFO: An evening of holiday music with Cassandra Vohs-Demann and John Hegner. Special guests Jim Seidel, Bob Harper and Jessica Buehler. Tickets: $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Tickets and information: 815-455-8000 or www.lakesidelegacy.org.

CHRISTMAS IN HARVARD

WHEN: Dec. 7 WHERE: downtown Harvard COST & INFO: Offering a variety of events hosted by the Harvard Events Committee. Schedule: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Breakfast with Mrs. Claus (Kelley’s Restaurant); 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. Santa’s Gift Shoppe (Starline Building); 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Historic James Bus; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Craft Fair (Starline Building); 12:30 p.m. Christmas Parade; 1 to 4 p.m. Visit with Santa (Starline Building) and carriage rides. Information: 815-943-6468 or www.cityofharvard.org.

BREAKFAST AST WITH SANTA

WHEN: 8 to 10:30 :30 a.m. Dec. 7 WHERE: Westfield Community School, 2100 Sleepy Hollow Road, Algonquin COST & INFO: Annual pancake and sausage breakfast with Santa hosted by the Algonquin Rotary Club. Games and prizes. Cost: $5 family donation. Information: 815245-2117.

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EVENTS

The following events are taking place in McHenry County for the holidays.

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GO GUIDE

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ONGOING “A CHRISTMAS CAROL,” through Dec. 8, Woodstock Opera House, 121 W. Van Buren St., Woodstock. Woodstock Musical Theatre Company’s annual production. Join Scrooge as he journeys through the Christmases of past, present and future with his three ghostly guides. Schedule: 8 p.m. Dec. 6; 2 & 8 p.m. Dec. 7; 3 p.m. Dec. 8. Tickets: $23 adults, $20 seniors and students. Tickets and information: 815-338-5300 or www. woodstockoperahouse.com. CHRISTMAS RE-GIFTING SHOP, through Dec. 22, Broadway and Route 12, Richmond. Offering new and gently used Christmas items, home furnishings, housewares, linens, jewelry, small furniture items and more. All proceeds fund the Richmond/ Burton Township Senior Transportation Program. Hours of operation: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekends. Information: 815-678-0077 or www.richmondtownship.com/christmas-re-giftingshop. HOLIDAY BOOK SALE, through Dec. 14, The Green Spot bookstore, Woodstock Square Mall building, 110 S. Johnson St., Suite 104, Woodstock. Environmental Defenders of McHenry County fundraiser offering hardcover and paperback books and CDs. Hours: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays, with extended hours until 7 p.m. Dec. 6 and 13. Closed Sundays and Mondays. Information: 815-338-0393 or www.mcdef.org. “IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A RADIO PLAY,” through Dec. 8, Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake. Presented by Williams Street Repertory about the story of Bedford Falls in a way you’ve never seen it (or heard it) told before. Schedule: 8 p.m. Dec. 6-7; 3 p.m. Dec. 8. Tickets start at $25. Tickets and information: 815356-9212 or www.rauecenter.org. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS CHRISTMAS TREE SALE, St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 451 W. Terra Cotta Ave., Crystal Lake. Knights of Columbus Council No. 3880 will be selling fresh-cut trees daily. Wreaths, door swags and roping also available while

supplies last. Hours: 5 to 9 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturdays and 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sundays. Information: 815-459-5400 or www.facebook.com/kofc3880. MODEL TRAIN HOLIDAY DISPLAY, through Dec. 29, Prairie Lodge at Sun City, 12880 Del Webb Blvd., Huntley. The Kishwaukee Valley and Eakin Creek Sun City Model Railroad Club will be running the trains 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekends. Bring the children, grandchildren and cameras and spend time enjoying the season and their trains. There also will be a rafle drawing for three Lionel trains 3 p.m. Dec. 23. Information: 847-669-2392 or www. sccah.com.

DEC. 5 HOLIDAY TOY DRIVE, Dec. 5-20, Yumz Gourmet Frozen Yogurt, 277 Randall Road, Lake in the Hills; and 5006 Northwest Highway, Crystal Lake. Bring in a new unwrapped toy for the Toys for Tots program and receive 20 percent off a frozen yogurt purchase. Information: 847-854-7071 or 815459-3073. SENIOR HOLIDAY PARTY & GIFT EXCHANGE, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 5, Park Place, 406 W. Woodstock St., Crystal Lake. Annual holiday luncheon, musical entertainment by The Acapella Fellas and gift exchange. Those wishing to participate in the gift exchange asked to bring a wrapped $5 gift. Hosted by the Crystal Lake Park District. Cost: $10 a person by Nov. 29. Registration and information: 815-459-0680, ext. 217, program code 5397-0 or www. crystallakeparks.org.

DEC. 6 CHRISTMAS AT THE DOLE, Dec. 6-7, Lakeside Legacy Arts Park, 401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake. Featuring Christmas at the Dole and city of Crystal Lake’s Centennial Winter Festival. Schedule: 5 to 8 p.m. Dec. 6, First Friday Christmas at the Dole free art show with appetizers, caroling, holiday musical performances and artwork, tree lighting; 8 p.m. Dec.

6 “Songs of the Season” Holiday Concert with Cassandra VohsDemann and John Hegner; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dec. 7, Winter Festival (for a complete schedule of events and activities, visit www.crystallake100. net). Information: 815-455-8000 or www.lakesidelegacy.org. HOLIDAY ARTS, CRAFTS & VINTAGE MARKET, ifth annual, Dec. 6-29, Swell Gallery, 123-1/2 W. Main St., West Dundee. Gallery will offer artwork, jewelry, home accessories, edibles, clothing, toys, cards, ornaments and more. Preview: 5 to 9 p.m. Dec. 6, with a 5 to 9 p.m. Dec. 7 artists’ reception. Show continues 1 to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Dec. 8-29. Information: 773-860-4256 or www.swellgallery.com. CHRISTMAS CONCERT, 7 p.m. Dec. 6, St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, 451 W. Terra Cotta Ave., Crystal Lake. Concert by We Are Yours (WAY), a group of music ministers, will feature a wide variety of Advent and Christmas songs and carols to celebrate, inspire and help us prepare for these special seasons. A free-will offering will be taken. Information: 815-455-5400. CHRISTMAS OF YESTERYEAR, Dec. 6-8, downtown Richmond. Featuring a variety of Christmas events throughout Richmond with a tree lighting, cookie walk, craft fairs, entertainment, visit from Santa and more. Schedule: 4 to 8 p.m. Dec. 6; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Dec. 7; and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 8. Information: 815-6784040 or www.richmond-il.com. FESTIVAL OF TREES, 12th annual, 6 p.m. Dec. 6, Village Hall, 600 Harvest Gate, Lake in the Hills. A lighting ceremony will be led by Santa and Mrs. Claus. Spectators can vote for their favorite tree by placing nonperishable food and household items at the base of the tree they like best. Items will be donated to the Algonquin-Lake in the Hills Interfaith Food Pantry. Information: 847-960-7460 or www. lith.org. HOLIDAY BOOK REVIEW, 11th annual, 11 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Dec. 6, D’Andrea Banquets, 4419 Route 14, Crystal Lake. Fundraiser for Pioneer Center for Human Services featuring a pre-

sentation by book dramatist Barbara Rinella on “Elizabeth the Queen, The Life of a Modern Monarch” by Sally Bedell Smith. Schedule: 11 a.m. social hour, rafles, lunch and presentation (SOLD OUT); 5:30 p.m. social hour, rafles, tapas and presentation. Tickets: $40 afternoon, $50 evening. Tickets and information: 815-7597144 or www.pioneercenter.org/ support/holiday-book-review. MADRIGAL DINNERS, 7 p.m. Dec. 6; 1:30 and 7 p.m. Dec. 7, Otto Engineering Campus, 130 S. Lincoln Ave., Carpentersville. Come hear great music, share tasty food and enjoy the festivity of the holiday season with the courtly musicians of Jacobs High School. Tickets: $26 general seating, $31 preferred seating, $12 matinee all seats. Tickets and information: www. hdjmadrigaldinner2013.eventbrite. com. “SONGS OF THE SEASON,” 8 p.m. Dec. 6, The Listening Room at Lakeside Legacy Arts Park, 401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake. An intimate evening of holiday music with Cassandra Vohs-Demann and John Hegner. Special guests Jim Seidel, Bob Harper and Jessica Buehler. Tickets: $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Tickets and information: 815-4558000 or www.lakesidelegacy.org.

DEC. 7 ANNUAL CHRISTMAS COOKIE WALK, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 7, St. Joseph’s Church in Memorial Hall, 10308 Main St., Richmond. A variety of homemade cookies will be available to choose from along with a sweets table, crafters and entertainment. Sponsored by The Altar & Rosary Society. Information: 815-678-7421 or www.stjosephrichmondil.weconnect. com. ANNUAL COOKIE SALE, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 7, Cary Methodist Church, 500 First St., Cary. A variety of homemade cookies will be available hosted by the United Methodist Women. Proceeds beneit local missions. Information: 8347-639-7627.

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than 10. All proceeds beneit the once neglected or abused horses. Information: 815-337-5563 or www.hahs.org. JAYCEE PARK HOLIDAY WALK & TREE LIGHTING, 6 to 8 p.m. Dec. 7, Silver Lake Road at Cary-Algonquin Road, Cary. Enjoy holiday lights from trees decorated by families and groups from the community, visit with Santa and his live reindeer and snack on light refreshments. Hosted by the Cary Park District. Free. Information: 847-639-6100 or www.carypark.com. JOLLY-PA-LOOZA, 5 p.m. Dec. 7, Johnsburg Community Club, 2315 W. Church St., Johnsburg. Cost: $5 donation at the door. Fundraiser presented by Walla-Pa-Looza Raisin’ Cash for Cancer. Featuring live music featuring Valentine, 4 Grand and Friction. There also will be meat rafles, silent auctions, food, cash bar and more. Information: www.walla-pa-looza.org. NATIVITY LUTHERAN CHURCH CHRISTMAS BAZAAR, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 7, Nativity Lutheran Church, 3506 E. Wonder Lake Road, Wonder Lake. There will be vendor craft tables, cookie walk, silent auction, rafles, face painting and refreshments. A portion of proceeds beneit the Wonder Lake Neighbors Food Pantry, Turning Point, PADS and Youth Group. Information: 815-653-3832. SANTA’S ELF WORKSHOPS, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 7, Creative Arts Art School, 400 Highland Ave., Crystal Lake. Featuring a variety of Christmas items to create. There will be Christmas music and other winter festivities. Elves will assist you. Free. Information: 815-404-6520 or www. creativeartsincschool.com. SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR, noon to 4 p.m. Dec. 7, TLC Preschool at Trinity Lutheran Church, 11008 N. Church St., Huntley. Offering a variety of books and gifts for all ages and interests during Huntley’s Christmas on the Square. Stocking stuffers available. Free gift wrap with purchase. Information: 847-669-5781, ext. 2. SHOP TIL YOU DROP, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 7, St. John’s Lutheran Church, 6821 Main St., Union. Shop your favorite home vendors such as Mary Kay, Party Lite, Pampered Chef, Lia Sophia, Tupperware and more, plus multiple home crafters. Door prize drawing. Hot lunch and snacks available. Proceeds beneit students of all ages. Information: 815-923-2733 or www.stjohnsluth.org. ST. JOHN’S PARENT TEACHER LEAGUE ARTS & CRAFT FESTIVAL, 26th annual, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 7, St. John’s Lutheran School Activity Center, 300 Jefferson St., Algonquin. Featuring arts and crafts, door prizes, hot cinnamon rolls and coffee. There also will be a soup, chili and salad bar from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Information: 847-658-9311. THIS EXIT: BETHLEHEM, 4 to 8 p.m. Dec. 7, Hebron United Methodist Church, 9811 Main St., Hebron.

Nativity sets owned by members and friends of the church will be on display in the sanctuary. After viewing the sets, share in some cookies and punch. Information: 815-648-2512.

DEC. 8 AMY BETH & FRIENDS CHRISTMAS PARTY, 5 p.m. Dec. 8, Stage Left Café, 125 Van Buren St., Woodstock. Amy Beth & Friends will perform the songs and carols of the holiday. Amy will entertain the entire family with some special stories, and everyone gets to join in the singing using the lyric sheets provided. Admission: $10 donation. Information: 815-338-4245 or www.woodstockfolkmusic.com/ amybeth. BREAKFAST WITH ST. NICHOLAS, following the 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Dec. 8 Masses, Parish Center of St. Mary’s Church, 10307 Dundee Road, Huntley. Breakfast, children’s activities, Christmas carols, games and crafts, and photo opportunity with St. Nicholas. Sponsored by The St. Mary Family Ministry. Tickets: $6 adults and children in advance, free for children younger than 5. Tickets and information: 847-669-3137. CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS CANTATA, 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Dec. 8 services, First Congregational Church, 461 Pierson St., Crystal Lake. Production will feature a 30-member cast and the second- through eighth-grade Cherub, Carol and Chancel Choirs. Public invited to attend. Information: 815-459-6010 or www.fcc-cl.org. FREE SUNDAY COMMUNITY DINNER, 5:30 p.m. Dec. 8, First United Methodist Church, 3717 W. Main St., McHenry. Christmas ham dinner. No reservations required. All are welcome. Information: 815-385-0931. HOLIDAY BAZAAR, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 8, Off Broadway Coffee, 10321 Main St., Richmond. Bazaar is part of the Christmas of Yesteryear celebration. Free admission. Information: 815-678-4124 or www.obcoffee.com. HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE, third annual, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 8, Willow Brooke Apartments, 2121 Willow Brooke Drive, Woodstock. Gift vendors include Tastefully Simple, Avon, Scentsy, Crazy About Sewing, Tupperware and many more. Children’s craft corner noon to 2 p.m. Complimentary gift wrapping, holiday treats and gift rafles. Information: 815-338-2383 or willowbrooke@cunat.com. NUTCRACKER TEA, noon to 3 p.m. Dec. 8, Turnberry Country Club, 9600 Turnberry Trail, Lakewood. An English tea party hosted by the Berkshire Ballet Theatre with a luncheon, confectionery treats and special reading of “The Nutcracker.” There also will be a professional magic show. Tickets: $35 adults, $25 children 12 and younger. Tickets and information: 815-477-0033. “ONE STARRY NIGHT,” 2 to 4 p.m. Dec.

8, First United Methodist Church, 236 W. Crystal Lake Ave., Crystal Lake. Church will be turned into the town of Bethlehem, and families encouraged to roam the streets and hear the story of those who were there on that miraculous night where Jesus was born. There will be craft activities and food. Information: 815-459-0785 or www.clumc.org. PERFORM-A-THON, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dec. 8, Barnes & Noble, 5380 Northwest Highway, Crystal Lake. Annual performance of holiday songs and classical music presented by the Fox Hills Music Teachers Association. Proceeds to help fund the Fox Hills Grands concert, summer camp scholarships and other activities. Information: 847-515-7905 or www. fhmta.org. SANTA’S WORKSHOP, 2 to 4 p.m. Dec. 8, Park Place, Woodstock Street, Crystal Lake. Santa needs help to get everyone in the holiday spirit. Design a stocking or ornament, decorate cookies, write a letter to Santa and more. Cost: $5 a child. Registration and information: 815-459-0680, ext. 213 or www.crystallakeparks.org. ST. LUCIA & CHRISTMAS CONCERT, 3 to 4:30 p.m. Dec. 8, Bethany Lutheran Church, 76 W. Crystal Lake Ave., Crystal Lake. Presented by the Swedish American Children’s Choir in celebration of the church’s origin 90 years ago. A free-will offering will be taken. Information: 815-459-2690 or www.bethanylc.com. WINTER POPS CONCERT, 4 p.m. Dec. 8, Holiday Inn, 800 S. Route 31, Crystal Lake. Presented by the Crystal Lake Community Band. A highlight of the concert will be guest piano soloist Michael Langlois, a 2004 graduate of Cary-Grove High School. Tickets: $12 adults, $10 seniors, military and students, $7 groups of 10 or more. Tickets and information: 815-6792263 or www.clcb.org.

DEC. 9 McHENRY SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB CHRISTMAS PARTY, 11:30 a.m. Dec. 9, McHenry Country Club, 820 N. John St., McHenry. Annual party with a beef, chicken or salmon choice of lunch. Entertainment by Jim Seig. Visitors welcome, and the cost for nonmembers is $28. Reservations and information: Sue, 815-344-3223.

DEC. 11 HOLIDAY MUSIC CONCERT, 10 a.m. Dec. 11, Community Church of Richmond, 5714 Broadway St., Richmond. Holiday music concert presented by the Richmond-Burton Community High School Choir hosted by the Community Church of Richmond Women’s Fellowship. Stay for coffee and cookies. Free. Information: 815-678-6521.

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BETHLEHEM MARKET, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 7, Christ United Methodist Church, 9009 W. Algonquin Road, Algonquin. Children will have hands-on experiences in jewelry making, leather projects, rope braiding, weaving, bread making and more. Information: 847-669-9009. BOAR’S HEAD FESTIVAL, 6 p.m. Dec. 7; 2 and 5 p.m. Dec. 8, Zion Lutheran Church, 419 E. Jackson St., Marengo. King Wencelas invites the good people of McHenry County to a medieval Christmas celebration performed by members of the congregation and surrounding communities. Wassail and Christmas cookie reception follows all performances. Free, but tickets required. Tickets and information: 815-568-8926 or BHF_Tickets@ gmail.com. BREAKFAST WITH SANTA, 8 to 10:30 a.m. Dec. 7, Westield Community School, 2100 Sleepy Hollow Road, Algonquin. Annual pancake and sausage breakfast with Santa hosted by the Algonquin Rotary Club. Santa and his elves will be in attendance. Games and prizes. Cost: $5 per family donation. Information: 815-245-2117. CANTERBURY SCHOOL HOLIDAY CRAFT SHOW & PANCAKE BREAKFAST, 8 to 11 a.m. Dec. 7, Canterbury Elementary School, 875 Canterbury Drive, Crystal Lake. A variety of more than 20 vendors, many Canterbury families, will sell items perfect for holiday gift-giving. Pancake breakfast available for $6. Free admission. Children asked to bring a canned good for the Crystal Lake Food Pantry and get a take-home craft. Information: 847-815-7296. CHRISTMAS IN HARVARD, Dec. 7, downtown Harvard. Offering a variety of events hosted by the Harvard Events Committee. Schedule: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Breakfast with Mrs. Claus (Kelley’s Restaurant); 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. Santa’s Gift Shoppe (Starline Building); 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Historic James Bus; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Craft Fair (Starline Building); 12:30 p.m. Christmas Parade; 1 to 4 p.m. Visit with Santa (Starline Building) and carriage rides. Information: 815943-6468 or www.cityofharvard.org. CORCORPS CONCERT, eighth annual, 7 p.m. Dec. 7, Luecht Conference Center at McHenry County College, 8900 Route 14, Crystal Lake. The McHenry County area French horn choir will present their annual ChrismaHanuKwanStivus concert. Free admission. Refreshments. Information: 815-2452422 or rhenning@mchenry.edu. CRAFT FAIR, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 7, Richmond Community Church, 5714 Broadway, Richmond. Featuring a soup luncheon, cookies by the pound and sweet breads, and local crafters will be selling their wares along with other local vendors. Sponsored by the Women’s Fellowship of the church.

Information: 815-678-6521. FREE HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE, 1 to 4 p.m. Dec. 7, McHenry County Historical Society, 6422 Main St., Union. Featuring another Dave Harms special Christmas exhibit. Enjoy holiday music and old-fashioned homemade cookies. Information: 815-923-2267 or www.mchsonline.org. HAPPY HOLIDAY RAILWAY, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dec. 7-8, 14-15, Illinois Railway Museum, 7000 Olson Road, Union. A magical train ride through the winter countryside on your way to visit with Santa Claus. Warm treats will be served and gifts given to children. Trips run every hour. Tickets: $12 a person. Tickets and information: 815923-4391 or www.irm.org. HOLIDAY APPS RESTAURANT CRAWL, 6 to 7 p.m. Dec. 7, Dilars Restaurant, 8704 N. Route 12; 7 to 8 p.m. Dec. 7, Olive Black Martini & Wine Lounge, 5607 W. Broadway; and 8 to 9 p.m. Dec. 7, Red’s Steak & BBQ, 11011 N. Route 12, Richmond. An evening of appetizers and holiday drinks. Portion of proceeds beneit the Richmond Food Pantry. Cost: $20. Registration and information: www.richmondil.com/ holiday_apps.html. HOLIDAY SHOPPING FAIR, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 7, Home State Bank, 611 S. Main St., Crystal Lake. Offering an array of products, jewelry, food and rafles hosted by Mothers & More. Information: bearluvin99@sbcglobal. net. HOWLIDAY PAWTY & PET PHOTOS WITH SANTA, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 7, Nature’s Feed, 2440 Westward Drive, Spring Grove. Come out for some fun Howliday cheer, get a Christmas Santa pet photo and support Helping Paws. While this is a free event, donations are requested to beneit Helping Paws Animal Shelter in Woodstock. Information: 815-675-2008 or www. naturesfeed.net. HOLIDAY ROCK ON THE FOX, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Dec. 7, Riverfront Park, 201 N. Harrison St., Algonquin. Join the Algonquin Recreation Department for a community tree lighting, candy cane hunt, visit with Santa and friends, listen to holiday music and more. Information: 847-658-2716 or www. algonquin.org/recreation. HONEYCRAFT: AN INDIE CRAFT MARKET, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 7, Mixin Mingle, 124 Cass St., Woodstock. An Indie market featuring local artists and their handmade items. Free admission. Information: 815-308-5170 or www.mixinmingle.com. HOOVED ANIMAL HUMANE SOCIETY HOLIDAY PARTY, noon to 4 p.m. Dec. 7, Hooved Animal Humane Society farm, 10804 McConnell Road, Woodstock. Family fun holiday party with tours of the farm. Meet some of the rescued horses and other animals, with special appearance from a pony Santa Claus, children’s crafts and holiday treats. Admission: $2 donation adults, free for children younger

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One of the many decorated trees is ready for visitors at the Dole Mansion in Crystal Lake. The historic home will host Christmas at the Dole this weekend Photo provided

Cassandra VohsDemann and John Hegner. Photo provided

Johanna Gullick hangs a wreath as people decorate the Dole Mansion for Christmas in Crystal Lake.

Duo back to perform ‘Songs of the Season’ By JAMI KUNZER jkunzer@shawmedia.com

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Greeting the season Christmas arrives this weekend at historic Dole Mansion By JAMI KUNZER jkunzer@shawmedia.com

t’s the Christmas season in, and for, every sense at the Dole Mansion in Crystal Lake. With art displays, ice sculpting, wagon rides, caroling, cookie decorating, crafts, dance, music and more, this year’s festivities have flourished, organizers say. “It’s a wonderland here,” said Siobhan Cottone, executive director for Lakeside Legacy Arts Park, which joined this year with the city of Crystal Lake and the park district to host Christmas at the Dole and a Centennial Winter Festival. The events take place Dec. 6 and 7 at Crystal Lake Main Beach, the Dole Mansion and Lakeside Legacy Arts Park, 401 Country Club Road. “We put in a lot of hours and teamwork, and we’re very excited about what Winterfest is going to be this year,” Cottone said. Beginning Dec. 6 with a First Friday Art Show from 5 to 8 p.m., the festivities include “Dream” and “Winter Reflections” exhibits created by the Lakes Region Watercolor Guild. The exhibits feature more than 80 watercolor paintings creating by 30 members of the guild and chosen by a jury. Putting the exhibit together was a year-long process, guild members say.

CHRISTMAS AT THE DOLE AND CENTENNIAL WINTER FESTIVAL WHEN: Dec 6 and Dec. 7. WHERE: Crystal Lake Main Beach, Historic Dole Mansion and Lakeside Legacy Arts Park, 401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake COST & INFO: www.lakesidelegacy.org “If people are looking for Christmas gifts, it would be a great idea to come, but just to come and see it is going to be a fantastic evening,” said guild co-chair Angie Boe of Woodstock, who is among the artists featured in the show. “It will definitely get you in the Christmas spirit.” The 100-member guild brings in renowned artists once a month to work with area artists so all can learn from one another. The exhibit allows local artists to display their work, members say. “Even thought it’s all watercolor, there’s such a wide variety of styles,” cochair Kathy Weber said. The First Friday Art Show also will feature caroling and holiday musical performances by the Marian Central Catholic High School Madrigals, the

McHenry County Youth Orchestra, Martin Lopez Academy, Four Strings Attached, Summers Academy of Dance and Marti Bonne & Together Again. Free appetizers will be served, and a 7 p.m. tree lighting will take place, and at 8 p.m., Cassandra Vohs-Demann and John Hegner will take the stage in The Listening Room for “Songs of the Season.” Among the attractions Dec. 6 are ice sculpting demonstrations, a reindeer petting zoo, holiday vendors, S’moresmaking stations, wagon and trackless train rides, crafts and other free events. At 11 a.m. Dec. 6, the winner of a contest between area high schools will be revealed. Area high schools took part in a voting competition to have their mascots carved into an ice sculpture. “An ice business was part of the history here at the Dole Mansion,” Cottone said. “The Dole at one time operated an ice business out of the lake.” Inside Dec. 6, visitors will be able to decorate cookies, visit with Santa, make crafts and create mini-music videos to take home at a “Dancing Heads” station. Along with all that, Cottone said, they’ll simply be able to take in the historic Dole mansion all decked out for Christmas. “It’s absolutely beautiful here, and we’re so excited to share it with the community,” she said.

n empty seat is rare when Cassandra Vohs-Demann and John Hegner take the stage to celebrate Christmas. Performing together for the past decade, the two area artists will present “Songs of the Season” as part of the Christmas at the Dole festivities. The duo sold out last year. This year’s concert takes place 8 p.m. Dec. 6 in The Listening Room at Lakeside Legacy Arts Park, 401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake. With a capacity of about 100, the intimate setting of The Listening Room appeals both to the performers and audience members. “It’s going to be a warm and fuzzy evening for sure,” Hegner said. Singers and songwriters, Vohs-Demann and Hegner both will perform at least one original song each, along with some classic and contemporary Christmas songs. “I would say a portion of the songs will feel original in a way. We’ll definitely be doing our own versions of certain songs,” said Hegner, who worked in Boston and New York creating commercial music before opening Starbell Hatchery recording studio about 10 years ago on his family farm in Harvard. Ranging from rock to jazz to experimental, Hegner’s music can be heard on his solo album, “254.” Vohs-Demann recorded her album, “Here I Am” at his studio. She owns A Place to Shine Music in Woodstock, where she teaches, performs, writes and produces contemporary music. A student of opera and acting, Vohs-Demann performed with the Grant Park Symphony, toured with The New Organization for Vocal Artistry and was an anthem soloist for the Chicago Bulls before shifting to contemporary music. She performs her originals both as a soloist and with Cassandra and the Gravel Road Band. Her songs have been used as the backdrops for the mission videos of Pioneer Center for Human Services and Lakeside Legacy Arts Park. She and Hegner will be joined in their performance at The Listening Room this year by fellow musicians Jim Seidel, Bob Harper and Jessica Buehler. Because of this, Vohs-Demann said, the audience can expect some new arrangements. “We have selected an eclectic mix of touching, humorous, classic Christmas and contemporary Christmas songs,” Hegner said. “It’s basically a program we have fun playing. This should be a great show, and it’s a great show to play in. I think there’s a little something for everyone.”

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DEC. 12 HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS CHRISTMAS PARTY CELEBRATION, 11:30 a.m. Dec. 12, Senior Services Associates, McHenry Township Recreation Center, 3519 N. Richmond Road, McHenry. McHenry County seniors are invited to a catered luncheon, a performance by the Marian High School Madrigals and musical entertainment by Heather Braoudakis. Cost: $8 a person. Reservations and information: 815-344-3555.

DEC. 13 CHRISTMAS CONCERT, 7 p.m. Dec. 13-14, Evangelical Free Church of Crystal Lake, 575 E. Crystal Lake Ave., Crystal Lake. “And It Came to Pass” concert about the full Christmas story from Genesis to Revelation with choir, orchestra and dramatic readers. Tickets: $3 a person, $10 a family. Information: 815-459-1095, ext. 313. CLASSIC CHRISTMAS BEDTIME STORIES, 7 to 8 p.m. Dec. 13, 17 & 20, Colonel Palmer House, 660 E. Terra Cotta Ave., Crystal Lake. Mrs. Claus will read to children ages 2-7 dressed in their pajamas. Refreshments. Cost: $13 resident child, $19 nonresident child. Registration and information: 815-459-0680 or www.crystallakeparks.org. MADRIGAL DINNERS, 42nd annual, 6:30 p.m. Dec. 13-14 and 4 p.m. Dec. 15, Crystal Lake Central High School, 45 W. Franklin Ave., Crystal Lake. School-sponsored dinner featuring more than 90 student singers, actors and servers. Tickets: $30 adults, $25 children. Tickets and information: 815-4592505 or ww2.d155.org/clc/pages/ clcmadrigaldinner.aspx. NORTHWEST INDIANA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: HOLIDAY POPS CONCERT, 8 p.m. Dec. 13, Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake. Concert features contemporary and classical holiday music. Tickets: $46 adults, $43 seniors and students. Tickets and information: 815-356-9212 or www.rauecenter.org. SANTA’S WORKSHOP, 11:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Dec. 13 and 10:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. Dec. 14, leaving from and returning to the Cary Train Station. Family event includes a lunch buffet, visit with Santa and train trip to Duke’s Alehouse & Kitchen in Crystal Lake and back to Cary. Hosted by the Cary Park District. Cost: $17 residents, $26 nonresidents. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration and information: 847-639-6100 or www.carypark.com.

DEC. 14 BREAKFAST WITH SANTA, 8 to 11 a.m. Dec. 14, Cary United Methodist Church, 500 First St., Cary. The children of the community and their families and friends are invited. Sponsored by the Cary United Methodist Men. No registration required. Free. Donations accepted. Information: 847-6397627. CARY LIONS ANNUAL SANTA’S HOUSE, Dec. 14, Cary Main Fire Station, 400 Cary-Algonquin Road, Cary. Santa will ride through town from 9 to 10 a.m. then return to the Fire Station to feed his reindeer from 10 to 10:30 a.m. He will accept children’s special holiday requests from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Santa is fluent in Spanish, Greek and Polish. Bring a camera or have Santa’s elves take a picture for $4 each. Sponsored by the Cary Lions Club. Information: www.carylions. org. CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 14, St. John’s Lutheran Church of Woodstock, 401 St. John’s Road, Woodstock. Fair includes the annual cookie walk and candy sale. Stop by the luncheon café for a snack or lunch. Information: 815-482-4686 or www.stjohnswoodstock.com. COOKIE WALK, 22nd annual, 9 a.m. to noon Dec. 14, Ridgefield-Crystal Lake Presbyterian Church, 8505 Church St., Crystal Lake. Offering homemade traditional butter cookies, breads and candies. Cookies are $8 a pound. Information: 815459-1132 or www.rclpc.org. COOKIE WALK, 10 a.m. Dec. 14, Faith Community United Church of Christ, 2023 Route 176, Prairie Grove. Cookies will be $8 a pound. There will be a display of more than 100 Nativity sets. Gift baskets available. Free refreshments. Information: 815-479-1307. HISTORICAL HOLIDAYS OPEN HOUSE, noon to 4 p.m. Dec. 14, McHenry County Conservation District’s Glacial Park, Route 31 and Harts Road, Ringwood. Transport yourself back in time and visit the 1954 restored PowersWalker house, where volunteers in historical attire will be preparing for winter and the holidays. Stop by the Lost Valley Visitor Center to make a gift or an ornament using traditional materials and methods. Free. Information: 815-459-5779 or www.mccdistrict.org. JOHNSBURG HIGH SCHOOL MADRIGAL DINNER, 11th annual, 1 and 5:30 p.m. Dec. 14; and 1 p.m. Dec. 15, Johnsburg High School, 2002 W. Ringwood Road, Johnsburg. A night of music and good cheer hosted by the Johnsburg High School Music Department. Tickets: $15 adults, $12 seniors, children

younger than 10 and Johnsburg High School students. Tickets available at the High School, 815-385-9233 or aevangelista@ johnsburg12.org. “THE NUTCRACKER BALLET,” Dec. 14-22, Woodstock Opera House, 121 W. Van Buren St., Woodstock. Enjoy the magic of the season as the Judith Svalander Dance Theatre transforms the stage into a realm of fantasy. Tchaikovsky’s world-renowned music is brought to life through the talent and grace of Svalander’s dance company. Schedule: 2 & 7 p.m. Dec. 14; 2 &6 p.m. Dec. 15; 7 p.m. Dec. 19; 8 p.m. Dec. 20; 2 & 7 p.m. Dec. 21; 2 & 6 p.m. Dec. 22. Tickets: $23 adults, $16 students. Tickets and information: 815-338-5300 or www. woodstockoperahouse.com. “T’WAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS,” 2 p.m. Dec. 14, Springbrook Community Church, 10115 Algonquin Road, Huntley. Presented by the Rebecca McCarthy School of Dance. Cost: $8 a person. Information: 847-6584595 or www.rebeccamccarthyschoolofdance.com. VISIT WITH SANTA, 9 a.m. to noon Dec. 14 and Dec. 21, Windhill Pancake Parlor, 3307 W. Elm St., McHenry. Reservations accepted. Information: 815-385-1172.

DEC. 15 “ALL IS CALM ALL IS BRIGHT,” 10 a.m. Dec. 15, Congregational Church of Algonquin, 109 Washington St., Algonquin. Join the church as the Senior Choir performs its Christmas cantata during the 10 a.m. service. Information: 847658-5308. “BEHOLD NEW JOY” FAMILY CHRISTMAS CONCERT, 4 p.m. Dec. 15, First Congregational Church, 461 Pierson St., Crystal

Lake. Featuring the Vestry Choir, the Jubilate Handbell Choir and the Alleluia Sound High School Choir. A free-will offering will be taken. Doors open 3:30 p.m. Information: 815-459-6010 or www.fcc-cl.org. HOLIDAY FEST, 1 to 4 p.m. Dec. 15, Village of McCullom Lake, 4811 W. Orchard Drive, McCullom Lake. Stop by and have your picture taken with Santa, make holiday crafts and enjoy a tasty snack with holiday music. Information: 815385-2211 or www.voml.org. “SING-ALONG MESSIAH,” 4 p.m. Dec. 15, Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake. McHenry County College Chorus and Voices in Harmony, accompanied by a 25-piece orchestra, will perform the Sing-Along of Handel’s “Messiah.” Tickets: $18 adults, $15 seniors and students, free for children younger than 12 with paying adult. Tickets and information: 815-356-9212 or www.rauecenter. org. VICTORIAN HOLIDAY TEA, 12:30 and 3 p.m. Dec. 15, Colonel Palmer House, 660 E. Terra Cotta Ave., Crystal Lake. Costumed staff will serve guests a luncheon tea. There will be parlor games and antique toys exhibit from the Crystal Lake Historical Society. Cost: $15 resident adults, $10 children ages 4-12; $23 nonresident adults, $15 children. Registration and information: 815-459-0680 or www. crystallakeparks.org. VOICES IN HARMONY: SINGALONG MESSIAH, 4 p.m. Dec. 15, Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake. Handel’s masterwork will be presented by the Voices in Harmony choir. Tickets: $18 adults, $15 seniors and students. Tickets and information: 815-356-9212 or www.rauecenter. org.

DEC. 16 THE MUSIC OF MARILL, 7 to 8 p.m. Dec. 16, Cary Area Public Library, 1606 Three Oaks Road, Cary. Join Marill as she performs beautiful Christmas arrangements and originals using acoustic guitar, keyboard and vocals. All ages welcome. Registration and information: 847-639-4210 or www. caryarealibrary.info.

DEC. 17 BREAKFAST OR LUNCH WITH SANTA, 9:30 to 11 a.m. or noon to 1:30 p.m. Dec. 17, McHenry Municipal Center, 333 S. Green St., McHenry. Programs for children ages 1 to 5 with an adult. Make a simple ornament, listen to a story, sing songs and visit with Santa. A continental breakfast or lunch will be served at the end. Cost: $10 a child, free for children younger than 1 and adults. Registration and information: 815-363-2160 or www.ci.mchenry.il.us.

DEC. 21 “THE NUTCRACKER BALLET,” 3 & 7 p.m. Dec. 21 and 3 p.m. Dec. 22, Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake. Tchaikovsky’s unforegttable music, emotional dancing and lavish costumes come to Raue Center’s stage for another year. The production is brought in conjunction with The Berkshire Ballet Theatre. Tickets start at $20. Tickets and information: 815-356-9212 or www.rauecenter.org. VISIT WITH SANTA, 9 a.m. to noon Dec. 21, Windhill Pancake Parlor, 3307 W. Elm St., McHenry. Reservations accepted. Information: 815-385-1172.

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CL band’s Winter Pops concert a family affair By JAMI KUNZER jkunzer@shawmedia.com

hen Nancy Langlois wants to applaud her son during the Crystal Lake Community Band’s upcoming Winter Pops concert, she’ll have to put down her flute. Her son, 27-year-old Michael Langlois, is the piano soloist for the concert. Nancy has played flute in the band for the past 12 years, and her husband, John, joined the band last year playing clarinet. Michael was asked by band director Marty Magnini to play George Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue” as the highlight of the concert. “It’s just way cool,” said Nancy of Cary. The annual Winter Pops concert takes place 4 p.m. Dec. 8 at the Holiday Inn, 800 S. Route 31, Crystal Lake. Tickets cost $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, students and military members and $7 for groups of 10 or more. A 2004 graduate of Cary-Grove High School, where Magnini directs and teaches, Michael Langlois is now in the doctoral program for collaborative piano at the University of Maryland. “If you tell people, ‘Come to my band concert,’ they give you this blank look like, ‘Oh, a band concert,’ ” Nancy

Langlois said. “Tell them we’re playing ‘Rhapsody in Blue’ and our soloist is flying in from the east coast, and they’ll come.” When he comes home to visit, Michael often plays casually at home alongside his mother, who picked the flute back up about a decade ago after abandoning it for 25 years after high school. John Langlois decided about five years ago he wanted to share the family interest and learn an instrument. Michael Langlois has been playing piano since the third grade, but has performed with the Crystal Lake Community Band only once before, in 2006. “It’s really a treat,” Magnini said of Michael’s return performance. “It’s a piece everybody loves, and he’s such a tremendous player.” His solo and the band’s accompaniment will bring “Rhapsody in Blue” back to its roots, Magnini said. The piece originally was written for a smaller band, he said. Along with the solo, the band will perform a variety of Christmas music, as well as a Hanukkah song, he said. The concert takes place in a casual atmosphere, not a stuffy concert hall, he said. “This concert is really for everybody,” he said. “We try to get everybody in the holiday spirit.”

Michael Langlois will be the guest piano soloist for the Crystal Lake Community Band’s Winter Pops concert

WINTER POPS CONCERT PRESENTED BY THE CRYSTAL LAKE COMMUNITY BAND WHEN: 4 p.m. Dec. 8 WHERE: Holiday Inn, 800 S. Route 31, Crystal Lake COST & INFO: Tickets cost $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, students and military and $7 for groups of 10 or more. Tickets and information: 815-679-2263, www.clcb.org or at the door the day of the performance.

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Despair amusing in Coens’ ‘Llewyn’ By JESSICA HERNDON The Associated Press

n an alley behind a cafe in New York’s Greenwich Village, an unidentified stranger knocks singer Llewyn Davis to his knees. Within the first 10 minutes of the Coen brothers’ latest dark comedy, the filmmakers acquaint us with the curiously obscure, as violent fits are not usually associated with folk music. The genesis of this animosity is left unanswered until the final moments of the film, leaving the lingering off-kilter question: Why would anyone beat up a folk singer? Thus, we have the perfect onset for this bleak and witty tale of a striving musician. Here the Coen brothers pluck at the beatnik scene of the late 1950s and early 1960s. Helmed by long-time Coen collaborator T Bone Burnett, the tunes in this film – which are performed live – bare morbid undertones that correspond with the foremost concepts of the story: poverty, abortion, disappointment and death. As the film opens, we are introduced to our guitar-strumming lead, Llewyn Davis, who is onstage in a smoke-filled dive. He is played to grungy, dark and handsome perfection by the stylish and calm Juilliard-trained Oscar Isaac. This marks the first time the Miamibred, Guatemalan-born 33-year-old has anchored a feature, and he carries it off with infectious grace and grit. When he sings “Hang Me, Oh Hang Me” in these initial moments, we’re both seduced and heartbroken. But for his character, a deep tune isn’t enough to win over an audience. He is struggling to make it as a solo artist after his bandmate committed suicide,

“Inside Llewyn Davis” STARRING: Oscar Isaac, Carey Mulligan and Justin Timberlake.

PLOT: The Coen brothers’ latest dark comedy follows a week in the life of a young singer as he navigates the Greenwich Village folk scene of 1961. RATED: R for language including some sexual references. TIME: 1 hours, 45 minutes and his dismal hymns fail to propel him out of dire straits. Unable to afford his own place, he crashes on the couches of friends around town. Yet he’s determined to keep his guitar close by and not sell out. It seems we’ll have no problem feeling sorry for Llewyn. Only the fact that he’s an egotistical jackass makes it impossible to feel solidly empathetic toward him. His tenacity is admirable, though painstakingly impractical, which his married lover, Jean, played by Carey Mulligan, never fails to point out. The motley actress, who also played Isaac’s love interest in “Drive,” is deliciously abrasive in this role as Llewyn’s best friend’s wife, who just might be carrying Llewyn’s baby. Unlike her glamorous turn as Daisy Buchanan in Baz Luhrmann’s adaptation of “The Great Gatsby” earlier this year, here Mulligan is pared down in tame turtlenecks and blunt brown bangs. This practical look is the perfect contrast to her sassy tongue. Jean is disgusted with Llewyn’s casual nature and lack of desire for the stable suburban lifestyle, yet she’s attracted to his rough edges. Their backand-forth dustups speed up the film’s

otherwise drowsy pace and offer the most intriguing, and hilarious, exchanges. Justin Timberlake, as bearded musician Jim, who is married to Jean, has good comedic timing. He’s convincingly quirky and naive, especially when he tries to record a loony track about President Kennedy with a straight face. And “Girls” star Adam Driver, as the cowboy hat-wearing folk singer Al Cody, is a riot when adding absurd sound effects to Jim’s soon-to-be hit. Luck never seems to be on Llewyn’s side. If he gains a couple of bucks, he quickly loses them. He’s unable to nab a proper coat and boots in the freezing New York winter. And his sister has tossed the papers needed to return to the seaman’s union, his backup plan. Isaac masters every intricate expression, but disappointment is his grand mask. When Llewyn hitches a ride to Chicago for a last-chance meeting with stoic music manager Bud Grossman (portrayed by the ever-magnetic F. Murray Abraham) he is told his music isn’t sellable. His traveling companions, bizarre Southern jazz musician Roland Turner, played with raw perfection by Coen regular John Goodman and the aloof leather coat-wearing stud Johnny Five (a quiet, captivating Garrett Hedlund), turn out to be a headache when one almost overdoses on drugs and another is arrested. Indeed, the film is a heavy downer, and its consistent gray-hue enhances the bleakness. But the Coen brothers never fail to weave in bits of saucy irony, giving way for essential comical moments that bring everything full-circle. Now back to that alley beat-down: Despite what Llewyn goes through, it becomes clear he deserved it.

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‘Furnace’: Beautifully filmed, utterly depressing By ANN HORNADAY The Washington Post

he unforgiving back roads and rusted-out mill towns of Appalachia provide the bleak backdrop and emotional landscape of “Out of the Furnace,” a well-acted, beautifully filmed, utterly depressing chronicle of revenge and thwarted dreams in postindustrial America. Anchored by compelling performances from Christian Bale and Casey Affleck, “Out of the Furnace” may have taken its title and setting from Thomas Bell’s 1941 novel “Out of This Furnace,” about the immigrant community in Braddock, Pa., and the history of unionization. But director Scott Cooper, with co-writer Brad Inglesby, sets his story squarely in the recent past, when Bale’s character, Russell Baze, works in a steel mill on the brink of closing while his brother, Rodney (Affleck), prepares for yet another tour in Iraq. “Out of the Furnace” transpires over several years, during which the fortunes of the brothers diverge and overlap, most notably when a menacing meth dealer and bare-knuckle boxing impresario named Harlan DeGroat comes to town. Played with terrifying intensity by Woody Harrelson, DeGroat is a sadistic, almost feral figure, who hails from New Jersey’s Ramapo Mountains,

as lawless and god-forsaken a place as any redoubt in the Wild West. Braddock, where much of “Out of the Furnace” was filmed on location, emerges on the other hand as a relatively civilized refuge, where Russell quietly tries to rebuild his life after a tragic mistake amidst the crumbling remnants of a once-thriving

town. Cooper, who directed “Crazy Heart” a few years ago, once again evinces a gift for conveying atmosphere, carefully framing and composing his shots to lend “Out of the Furnace” a reserved, even stately, air of dignity. And he knows how to get the best from his actors (Jeff Bridges,

who won an Academy Award for his performance in “Crazy Heart,” might agree): Affleck delivers a searing portrayal of a young man who pushes himself to the punishing physical limit in search of both money and catharsis. Bale’s part may not be as showy, but at least one moment – when Russell hears a pivotal piece of news

Afleck, Zoe Saldana, Woody Harrelson PLOT: When Rodney Baze mysteriously disappears and law enforcement fails to follow through, his older brother, Russell, takes matters into his own hands to ind justice. RATED: R for strong violence, profanity and drug content TIME: 1 hour, 56 minutes on one of Braddock’s bridges – could stand the test of time as a mini-master class in the art of screen acting.

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• FURNACE Continued from page 17 Sam Shepard, Willem Dafoe, Zoe Saldana and Forest Whitaker – this year’s movie MVP – round out an outstanding supporting cast in a story that evokes “The Deer Hunter” in its depiction of post-war trauma in a Pennsylvania town, as well as “Winter’s Bone” in its gothic, sometimes labored portrayal of what happens

when a society has abandoned its working class. There are good men in “Out of the Furnace,” as well as bad men, and sad men and stupid men – but even the best of them have blood on their hands, usually their own. Even when it descends into self-consciousness in a lurid final act, “Out of the Furnace” effectively brings viewers into a space where whatever people had to lose was either squandered or stolen from them.

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ALEX & THE ALLSTARS, music from the ’70s to today. Featuring Alex, lead vocals/drums; Buddy, (Dr. Woods) vocals/lead guitar; Lisa, vocals/keyboards/ guitar; Bob, bass guitar. Bookings: 847-639-9683; facebook or www.alexandtheallstars. com. Schedule: Dec. 7, Wool Street, Barrington. AMBROSE KING AND THE RIVER RATS, blues, rock. Featuring Scott C. Topp, vocals/harmonica/trumpet; Jack Treptow, guitar/vocals; John Treptow, drums/vocals; Matt Van Ham, bass guitar/ vocals; Vince Salerno, saxophone/harmonica. Bookings: Scott, 224-232-9441 or www. ambrosekingandtheriverrats. com. Schedule: 5:30 p.m. Dec. 6, Holiday “What’s Cooking” benefit for Ronald McDonald House Charities at Thirsty Whale Bar & Grill (with Chef Dan and the Appetizers), Algonquin.

DANGEROUS JOES, alternative, rock, some country too. Crowd favorites new and old. Featuring Paul Christian, guitar/ vocals; Dave Briggs, drums/ percussion/vocals; Joe Chatman, bass/vocals. Bookings and information: Joe Chatman, 815-477-8539 or www. dangerousjoes.wordpress. com. Schedule: 9 p.m. Dec 21, Georgio’s, Crystal Lake; 9 p.m. Jan. 18, Thirsty Whale Bar & Grill, Algonquin. DON “DOC” BROWN, playing his “Music We Know” program of favorites from the ’30s, ’40s, ’50s and beyond in a variety of styles in jazz, rock, blues, country and pop. Bookings and information: 847-770-2640 or steeltune@sbcglobal.net or www.facebook.com/docbrownmusic. Schedule: 6 to 10 p.m. Dec. 6-7, Vince’s Italian Restaurant, Palatine; 6 to 10 p.m. Dec. 14, 21 & 28; Jan. 11, 18 & 25 and Feb. 8, 15 & 22, Driftwood Restaurant, Twin Lakes, Wis.; 5:30 to 8 p.m. Jan. 15 and Feb, 12, Bliss Wine & Gifts, Wauconda.

C CENTERFOLD, a mainstay of Chicagoland rock and roll, cranking out the greatest hits of the ’70s, ’80s, ’90s and today. Featuring Cindy Safran, vocals; Mark Wedow, guitar/vocals; Eric Wedow, drums/vocals; Chuck Federowicz, bass/vocals; Tom Kranz (formerly of Trilogy), guitar/ keyboard/vocals. Bookings and information: 708-284-2902; bookings@centerfoldband. com; www.facebook.com/ centerfoldband or www. centerfoldband.com. Schedule: 8:30 p.m. Dec. 21, Raymond’s Bowl & Entertainment Center, Johnsburg.

G THE GWG BAND (Guys with Guitars), surf rock, the classics and beyond, covering the music of the Ventures, Hank Marvin, the Shadows and Los Straitjackets. Featuring Roger Underwood, lead guitar; Walt Stagner, lead & rhythm guitar; Jo Klink, guitar; Forrest Kulwin, drums/percussion; Robert Aldape, bass guitar. Bookings: Glen, 708-502-2795; glen@gwgband.com or www.facebook. com/gwgband. Schedule: 8:30 to 11 p.m. Dec. 20, The Alley,

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Highwood. HANS & THE HORMONES, pop, dance, rock from the ’80s to present. Hans Mast, lead vocals/guitar; Vic Champney, lead guitar/vocals; Darren Marino, drums/ vocals; John Mehling, bass/ vocals. Bookings: H. Mast, 815-669-1424; hansmast@ comcast.net or facebook.com/ hans&thehormones. Schedule: 9 p.m. Dec. 20, Docks Bar, Wauconda; 9:30 p.m. Dec. 28, The Gambler, McHenry.

P PATIO DADDY-O, ’60s to today. Classic rock, blues. Featuring Tony Giglio, lead vocals/drums; Tony Clavesilla, lead guitar/vocals; Danny Dally, bass guitar/ vocals. We do private parties. Bookings: 224-622-0472. Schedule: 7 to 9:30 p.m. Dec. 6 & Dec. 20, Long Shot Sports Pub (Tony G & Tony C acoustic duo), Lakemoor; 9 p.m. Dec. 7, J’s Sports Bar, Ingleside; 9 p.m. Dec. 13, Bowl Hi, Huntley; 9 p.m. Dec. 21, The Gambler, McHenry; 9 p.m. Dec. 28, Rosie O’Hare’s, East Dundee.

S SUZANNE L. SCHWARTZ, for information, contact chickpick63@charter.net or www.suzytmusic.com; www.justduetmusic.com or www.reverbnation.com/ suzy7. Schedule: 8 p.m. Dec. 7, The Cabin with The Joey Sunset Project (Jim Duncan of The Leftovers), Woodstock; 2 to 4 p.m. Dec. 8, Beans and Leaves Café, Long Grove; Dec. 27, Niko’s with The Joey Sunset Project (Jim Duncan of The Leftovers), Algonquin; 8 to 10:30 p.m. Jan. 17, Tammy’s Pizza, Spring Grove.

T TRIADD, danceable classic rock to current with emphasis on pro-vocal harmonies. Duo/ trio acoustic and full band. Featuring Rick Jacobs, guitar/ bass/lead vocals; Tim McGovern, guitar/lead vocals; Mac Rietz, bass guitar; Steve Moss, drums/vocals; Boomer, drummer. Bookings: 847-516-4631; 847-639-0418; Facebook or www.triaddband.com. Playing

WHEN: 8:30 p.m. Dec. 21 WHERE: Raymond’s Bowl & Entertainment Center, Johnsburg COST & INFO: Centerfold plays the greatest hits of the ’70s, ’80s, ’90s and today. Information: www.raymondsbowl.com or 815-385-1475

first Fridays of each month at McGonigal’s in Barrington. Schedule: 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Dec 14, Wool Street Grill & Sports Bar (full band), Barrington; 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Dec. 20, Winberie’s Restaurant (acoustic duo with Rick and Tim), Buffalo Grove. TRU BLU, country/bluegrass. Originals and covers including Sam Bush, Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, Old Crow Medicine Show, Zac Brown and many more. Featuring Adam Kaczmarec, mandolin/guitar/lead vocals; Ron Yankowitz, bass guitar/vocals; Chris Yankowitz, banjo/guitar/vocals; Aaron Lembke, guitar/vocals. Bookings: 815-245-2539. Playing every Sunday evening at Labemi’s in downtown Crystal Lake. Other musicians invited to join.

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