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ADDISON — According to a release from DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin, last week an Addison resident was sentenced to 15 years of incarceration, having been found guilty of Aggravated Criminal MARTIN Sexual Abuse VILLANUEVA (Class 2 Felony) and Predatory Criminal Sexual Assault (Class X Felony).

Martin Villanueva, 33, of Addison, entered a plea of guilty to one count of having inappropriate sexual contact with two minor female relatives. Villanueva appeared in court last week, where Judge Robert Miller sentenced him to 15 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections.

According to the investigation, from August 1, 2006,

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For additional information, visit our website: www.addisonparks.org

The Addison Park District needs YOU…to help spruce up neighborhood parks for Park Pride on Saturday, May 7. Volunteers start the day at 9:00 a.m. in Community Park, 120 E. Oak Street to receive park assignments, tools and a t-shirt for volunteering. All participants are invited to return to Community Park for a Volunteer Appreciation Cookout following the event at 11:30 a.m.

This is a great way to make a difference in the community as well as a means for students to earn community service hours doing something fun outdoors.

Participants will spend time planting flowers, cleaning up the parks and spreading mulch while spending time as a community beautifying Addison.

Tools and work gloves will be provided, or if you have your own tools and gloves you’re welcome to use them instead. To sign up for this event, call the Park District at (630)233-7275, opt.2.

If you have a case of spring fever and feel the need to de-clutter your garage, closets and junk drawers, we will be hosting a Recycling Extravaganza also on May 7 at Community Park. The drive-thru event is co-hosted by S.C.A.R.C.E. and State Representative Kathy Willis. For a complete list of accepted items, please visit our website at www.addisonparks.org.

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Results of police St. Pat’s Day crackdown

‘Rosa Parks’ visits Ardmore’s History Museum

ADDISON — “The Addison Police Department made 2 drunkdriving arrests during the recent St. Patrick’s Day crackdown,” said Sergeant Roger Saran. In addition, 25 seat belt citations were written -- 10 of which occurred during nighttime hours.

“In 2014, on average, 1 person was killed every 53 minutes in a drunk-driving crash in the United States. That means there was a total of 9,967 drunk-driving fatalities that year in America.

These enforcement crackdowns are vital because too many people are not heeding the message -- Drunk driving is deadly and illegal,” said Sergeant Roger Saran.

“Alcohol not only dangerously impairs your driving skills—it impairs your judgement. Anytime you see a friend drinking alcohol, make sure they don’t plan to drive home,” Sergeant Roger Saran continued.

Addison Police Department joined forces with other state and local law enforcement and highway safety partners in the Illinois St. Patrick’s Day “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” crackdown.

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This Ardmore 5th grader portrays Rosa Parks, the first black woman to refuse to give her seat on a bus to a white man. Students were asked to research an historical figure and offer a presentation at the “History Museum.” Other featured historical figures portrayed were Benjamin Franklin, Davy Crockett, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and many others. More photos elsewhere in this issue.

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of insurance, and driver sobriety in addition to vehicle safety violations.

Citizens should look at this minor inconvenience as their contribution to the safety of the motoring public and their opportunity to be part of the solution.

If you have any questions or request additional information, please contact Sergeant Roger Saran at 630- 5433080.

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Berlin praises local police for assisting investigation of Martin Villanueva

through June 30, 2008 and from August 1, 2010, through July, 2011, Villanueva had inappropriate sexual contact with two minor girls on several occasions in their own homes.

The abuse was discovered following an investigation led by the Addison Police Department with assistance from the DuPage County Children’s Center.

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“Time and time again, Martin Villanueva had sexual contact with his two young victims just to satisfy his deviant sexual desires,” Berlin said.

“I would like to thank the Addison Police Department for their work on this very disturbing case.”

Sentencing guidelines will require that Villanueva serve approximately 10½ years of his sentence before he is eligible for parole. He will also be required to register as a sex offender for life.

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ELMHURST — On average, Illinois women employed full time, year round are paid just 79 cents for every dollar paid to men – a yearly pay gap of $10,754.

That means they lose nearly $20 billion every year – dollars that could strengthen the state economy as well as the financial security of families throughout Illinois.

This was one of the findings in a new analysis conducted by the National Partnership for Women & Families, released last week.

It’s just as bad or worse for minority women. The report said for every dollar paid to white, non-Hispanic men in Illinois, African American women are paid 64 cents; Latinas, 48 cents; and, Asian women 86 cents.

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They are: Louisiana Utah Wyoming West Virginia North Dakota Alabama Idaho Oklahoma Montana Michigan “It is unacceptable that the wage gap has persisted, punishing the country’s women and families for decades,” said Debra L. Ness, president of the National Partnership for Women and Families. “Some state lawmakers have taken steps to address the issue by passing legislation to combat discriminatory pay practices and provide other workplace supports. It is past time for federal lawmakers to do the same. We need Congress to pass the Paycheck Fairness Act, which is a common sense proposal that has languished for much too long.”

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Report finds business climate thriving in DuPage County Area is prime location with lowest unemployment in region

LISLE — Choose DuPage has released its findings from their 2015 Annual Economic Indicators Report confirming DuPage County as a thriving business climate due to its low unemployment, skilled workforce, high quality of life and growing business sector.

The findings reinforce DuPage County’s attractiveness for job creators and entrepreneurs at a time when the state and communities like Chicago struggle with high taxes, pension challenges and a hostile business climate.

The report was compiled from Choose DuPage member data and professional economic data provider EMSI. Highlights of 2015 economic indicators report: • DuPage County has the lowest unemployment rate at 4.5% in the Chicagoland region, and far below the state at 6.4%; • DuPage County sales tax receipts have increased by 5.5% reaffirming a strong and welcoming business climate; • DuPage County‘s largest and fastest growing industries include healthcare, retail, scientific and manufacturing; • Suburban office leases are priced 66% lower per square foot than Chicago’s Central Business District, helping to drive DuPage’s lowest industrial vacancy in the region of 5%.

In addition to these findings, DuPage County was recently named Illinois’ Healthiest County by a study published in collaboration by Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute.

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Police Reports Gonzalez, 25, of Hampshire, was arrested at a local store in the 1000 block of Rohlwing Road at around 4:43 p.m. and charged with retail theft.

• Andres Jimenez, 24, of Addison, was arrested near Byron and School at around 3:16 a.m. and charged with criminal damage to property.

Police said Jimenez damaged the windshield of a vehicle.

• Paul M. Parker, 22, of Beloit, Wis., was arrested near Lake and I-355 at around 8:14 p.m. and charged with retail theft and obstructing a police officer. Police said Parker ran from police in an attempt to avoid apprehension after taking merchandise from the store without paying.

• William K. Schroeder, 62, of Elmhurst, was arrested in the 100 block of E. Brush Hill Road at around 2:45 a.m. Police said Schroeder was transported from Elmhurst Hospital to the Addison Police Department for processing on an original warrant for DUI, no insurance and disobeying a traffic control signal.

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p.m. and charged with DUI, illegal transportation of alcohol and driving in the wrong lane.

April 7 • Jair Garcia, 24, of Hoffman Estates, was arrested at around 11:14 p.m. Police said Garcia had a failure to appear warrant out of the DuPage County Sheriff’s Department/driving while license suspended.

• Bradley S. Wiedder, 39, of Mt. Prospect, was arrested near Fullerton and Addison at around 9:16 a.m. and charged with possession of drug paraphernalia, speeding and driving while license suspended.

April 5 Tracy Coffman, 34, of Villa Park, was arrested in the 200 block of N. Lombard Road at around 1:11 p.m. and charged with possession of drug paraphernalia at a local high school.

Villa Park April 9 A 37-year-old Villa Park man was arrested in the 400 block of N. Yale at around 11:02 p.m. and charged with domestic battery.

April 8 • Ivan Golovinskyy, 37, of Chicago, was arrested at a local store at around 6:01 p.m. and charged with retail theft.

• Michael L. Stevens, 57, of Zion, was arrested near Roosevelt and Church at around 12:33 a.m. and charged with aggravated DUI, fleeing and eluding, improper lane usage, driving in the wrong lane, driving while license suspended and no insurance.

April 7 • Brent W. Childers, 26, of Chicago, was arrested at a local store at around 7:28 p.m. and charged with retail theft.

• Charles E. Overby, 22, of Bensenville, was was arrested at a local store at around 9:51 p.m. and charged with retail theft.

• Burglary to a vehicle was reported in the 100 block of W. Washington. Between 12:01 and 8 a.m., police said an unknown suspect entered an unsecured vehicle parked

in a driveway and stole loose change.

April 6 • Angela T. Englund, 51, of Schaumburg, was arrested at a local store at around 5:03 p.m. and charged with retail theft.

• Shirvelle Johnson, 45, of Lombard, was arrested at a local store at around 10:36 a.m. and charged with retail theft.

April 5 • A 48-year-old Lombard man was arrested in the 500 block of W. Division at around 12:39 a.m. Feb. 27 and charged with two counts of domestic battery. The original complaint and warrant was issued on April 5.

• Retail theft was reported at a local store. Between 5:02 and 5:52 a.m., police said an unknown suspect removed several items from the displays and left the store without paying for the items.

• Criminal damage to a vehicle was reported in the 100

Forest Preserve District receives grant to convert trucks to alternative fuel Funds provide conversion of five trucks of county fleet

WHEATON — The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County was awarded a $23,387 grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to convert five 2016 Ford lightduty trucks to alternative-fuel vehicles that run on compressed natural gas.

The District’s light-duty fleet hauls materials, equipment and staff to and from work sites and clear roads in winter.

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April 4 Theft was reported at the Villa Park Library at around 5 p.m. Police said an unknown suspect stole a cell phone that was inadvertently left unattended.

April 1-2 • Criminal damage to a vehicle was reported in the 2000 block of Ovaltine Court.

Between 9:30 p.m. April 1 and 8:15 a.m. April 2, police said an unknown suspect broke the driver’s side window of a vehicle parked in a parking lot.

• Criminal damage to a vehicle was reported in the 400 block of Ovaltine Court.

Between 10 p.m. April 1 and 9 p.m. April 2, police said an unknown suspect smashed a window of a vehicle parked unoccupied in a parking lot.

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Area Police Departments recently reported the following arrests and citations. Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a conviction, and that subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Juveniles age 17-or-younger are not named.

Addison April 14 Isidro Sanchez Jr., 25, of Chicago, was arrested near Lake and Rohlwing at around 5:57 a.m. and charged with DUI. April 11 Kristina J. Loos, 35, of Addison, was arrested at around 5:41 p.m. Police said Loos had a warrant out of the DuPage County Sheriff’s Department/ contempt of court.

April 10 • Atlas A. Davis, 27, of Chicago, was arrested near Swift and Lake at around 12 a.m. and charged with possession of a controlled substance and improper lane usage.

• Tracy S. Parks, 24, of Elk Grove Village, was arrested at a local store in the 1000 block of Rohlwing Road at around 4:05 p.m. and charged with retail theft.

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Channel your inner Mad Men character

History Museum plans Mid-Century Mod Cocktail Party ELMHURST — Although Elmhurst may be a bit far from New York’s Madison Avenue,

the Elmhurst History Museum and Pints invite fans o those intriguing Mad Men charac-

ters—Don and Betty Draper— for an evening to celebrate the cocktails, food, and fashion of the late 1950s and early ‘60s.

Join in the fun at the MidCentury Mod Cocktail Party on Wednesday, May 4 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Pints, located at 112 S. York Street in Elmhurst.

Guests are encouraged to embrace the kitschy mid-century theme and dress in Mad Men-inspired attire. Participants will nibble on appetizers popular during this era and sip cocktails that a complicated

Madison Avenue advertising exec might enjoy.

Tickets are $15 for members of the Elmhurst Heritage Foundation and $18 for nonmembers, and includes four appetizers and two cocktails.

Participants must be 21 and older with photo ID, preregistration is required. Tickets are available online only at elmhursthistory.org (in the Adult Programs section).

This program is presented in conjunction with the Elmhurst History Museum’s cur-

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ELMHURST — Elmhurst is home to three unique museums within walking distance from one another, making museumgoing a distinctive part of the city’s cultural arts scene rarely found in Chicago’s suburbs.

This year is the 20th time these three museums—Elmhurst Art Museum, Elmhurst History Museum, and the Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art—have joined forces to present a free Museum Day to acknowledge the many contributions museums make to the community.

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Pictured is a group of guests at an Elmhurst Dance Club back in 1961, dressed to the nines in the fashions of the day. The Elmhurst Heritage Foundation invites residents to dig those vintage clothes out of the attic and try them on for the Mid-Century Mod Cocktail Party planned for May 4 at Pints.

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rent exhibit, “Patios, Pools & the Invention of the American Backyard,” open through May 29, 2016 at Elmhurst History Museum, located at 120 E. Park Ave. in Elmhurst.

Don’t be a square! Dress up with your favorite friends and make plans to join the MidCentury Mod Cocktail Party on May 4.

For more information, “like” the museum’s Facebook page, visit elmhursthistory.org, or call (630) 833-1457.

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All the answers, now what was the question?

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wish I had all the answers.

I know some people who do. I’m pretty sure you do, too – know someone who is smarter than the rest of us.

Maybe you are even lucky enough to be one of them.

I think maybe I used to be one of them. Although I can’t be sure because I’m not sure of most things. I have a hazy memory of a younger me who used to know it all – or at least a lot of it. Then I blew out a few more candles on the birthday cake and realized how little I really knew and how much more there was to learn.

I saw how my opinions about different subjects changed and evolved over time, making me even more knowledgeable than I was when I thought I knew so much, but didn’t, really.

But back to the good folks who really do know it all (it goes without saying, you know who you are). One would think, I think, that a person with all the answers would experience a certain, perfect form of inner and outer peace. Being all-knowing would bring with it a heightened tranquility and sense of serenity.

There would be no need to be adamant or pushy about one’s opinions if those opinions were

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always 100 percent spot-on correct. Especially the political ones. Yes, especially those.

That’s why it’s puzzling that the people with all the answers are also the ones who are often outspoken regarding their absolute and infinite knowledge. It would seem if you are unquestionably assured of your correctness that you could whisper and be heard. You wouldn’t need to shout or scream the truth – often in CAPITAL LETTERS – because that tends to turn people away, not recruit them to your cause.

Shouting often comes across as anger (just ask my kids).

When I shout I’m not doing a very good job of listening because I am so busy being right that I forget there may be another way to look at things. Shouting most often does not work and is not advisable – unless you are in a burning building, doing the laundry or for some

Willis urges State to prioritize assistance to victims of sexual abuse SPRINGFIELD — State Rep. Kathleen Willis (D-Addison) is urging the state to recognize April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) and prioritize assistance to individuals who need assistance and counseling after being sexually assaulted.

“As the state continues to eliminate funding for vital programs, we need to take advantage of April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month and refocus our priorities,” said Willis. “Oftentimes, damage caused by sexual assault continues long after the crime is committed and we need to make sure victims have the resources they need for the healing process.”

The goal of SAAM is to raise public awareness about sexual violence and to educate communities on how to prevent it. Many programs that treat victims of sexual assault have been severely cut due to the Governor’s refusal to address budgetary issues until his other agenda items are addressed. This has resulted in fewer counseling services for women who have been the victims of rape and for child victims of sexual assault.

“We need to make sure that we are taking the steps needed to address the severe budget issues facing our state,” said Willis.

“However, we need to ensure that the state’s most vulnerable residents are receiving the services they need and deserve.”

reason find yourself holding a megaphone. If that’s the case, by all means, go right ahead.

To be fair, being around a bunch of uninformed people who don’t know as much as you must be frustrating for those enlightened few. Perhaps that’s why they hit the caps lock on their keyboards while signing on to social media to share nonfact-checked links. I wouldn’t know, since I’m on the negative side of the omnipotent and deep knowledge pool. But I can only imagine (which I’m probably not very good at, either).

Other techniques used by people with all the right answers include applying feigned humor

or mockery to make fun of opposing opinions. What they lack in kindness really knowledgeable people make up for in clever. LOL. This is especially compelling when sarcasm, belittling and name-calling are utilized in tandam. It takes skill to combine the three and I’m always impressed by a person who does so. I give them extra points if they include an unattractive photo of the person or politician they are intending to debase. These effective techniques work on me and I am immediately drawn to the other side of an argument when it is illustrated how silly my original opinion was anyway. I’ve got a

lot to learn.

I should give thanks for the good folks with all the answers.

They tell me what I need to know and how I should think. I used to be one of them. Then I figured things out and realized how much I’ve yet to learn and no matter how hard I try I’ll never be able to know it all.

Which might just put me one step ahead of those who think they already do.

Jill Pertler is an award-winning syndicated columnist, published playwright, author and member of the National Society of Newspaper Columnists.

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Worry is the biggest time waster on the planet

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he days were long, but the years went fast. My firstborn is a college graduate and in the work world.

Second born son will graduate in June. He asked if I will cry. I make no guarantees, but I did promise that I won’t blubber like I did at his preschool graduation.

I was a blithering mess. Grateful for the love and learning bestowed by the teacher, Mrs. Stenger, and awash in emotion at how fleeting time is, I cried happy tears and tears of loss.

Not really loss, but letting go.

That’s a big deal for mommies, and this mama processes transitions with a bit of emotion.

When my first son started kindergarten, I remember wondering if I had done enough in those early years. Five years had whooshed by. Had I played with him enough? Did I teach him enough? Did I do enough to prepare him for school? I felt the same kind of questions when my guys went off to college, and I am feeling it again.

Have I done enough as a mom to help them make their way?

It’s silly to ponder that. What if I hadn’t done enough? It’s too late now. There is no going back. We all do the best we can, and my sons know I did my best, which was far from perfect.

The biggest realization for me, one that I continually remind myself, is that this is

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their journey. I am Mom, safety net and unconditional love, but they forge their own paths.

They have to learn their own lessons and figure out for themselves what they want.

As parents we have to disconnect from worry. Worry does not equate to love. Worry only gives us a heavy heart. I show interest, but I try not to worry about them or their futures.

They are just fine and will continue to be so.

I have extrapolated that out further, to let go of all worry.

Everyone I love gets the benefit of love and caring, but not the burden of worry. If I choose to worry, that serves no one.

Not them, sure as heck not me.

Worry does not get someone a job, heal their health, mend their broken heart, find their lost dog, or do anything to help anyone. Worry is the #1 biggest time waster on this planet. It has done nothing to change a single factor in anyone’s life.

Except for the worrier. Stress is the #1 cause of disease in our country. 80% of health issues

are brought on by stress. Letting go of worry is one way to improve your health instantly.

When my son drove home solo across country from Arizona to Illinois, someone asked if I was worried. “Oh, I would be worried sick,” she said. That was exactly my point.

We can worry ourselves sick, but why? Why not trust that all is well and will stay that way?

Worry is not love. Love is love. Care, concern, attention, staying in touch and helping out is love. Worry is just an ulcer waiting to happen.

Don’t let worry win. Catch yourself. Every time you think or say “I worry about you” change it to “I care about you”.

Instead of telling someone that you worry about them, say instead that you think about them and trust all is going to be great. “I care about you” brings a smile and a good feeling. That serves everyone.

Pay attention to how much you let worry infiltrate your words and thoughts. Be vigilant. You’ll feel better and so will your loved ones.

Kelly Epperson Simmons is a recovering worrier. Write info@kellyepperson.com to get Kelly’s weekly email of inspiration and nuggets of fun and wisdom.

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each location in downtown Elmhurst to explore exhibits and participate in fun activities at each museum.

This year, Museum Day spills over into Wilder Park where the Wilder Park Conservatory joins the party and Elmhurst Public Library will present family storytimes and games on the lawn.

The complimentary Museum Day trolley will run between each location throughout the day from 1-5 p.m. Exhibit admission and activities are free. Food trucks will be avail-

able to purchase items for picnics in Wilder Park.

Participants who visit all five locations can receive stamps to qualify for a prize drawing that includes: Classic Cinemas gift cards, passes to The Hub batting cage and mini golf facility, Elmhurst City Centre gift certificates, museum membership packages, and more.

2016 Biggest Museum Day Ever Activities Elmhurst Art Museum: Elmhurst Art Museum’s galleries will be closed, but stop by to pick up a rain-check coupon

for free admission on a future date—and make some beautiful art of your own to bring home.

Location: 150 Cottage Hill Ave. elmhurstartmuseum.org or (630) 834-0202 Elmhurst History Museum: Dive into the Smithsonian’s “Patios, Pools & the Invention of the American Backyard” exhibit. Kids can make a green “chia” pet, and adults will learn about sustainable gardening.

Croquet and hula hoops available on the lawn, and complimentary lemonade and cookies

will be served.

Location: 120 E. Park Ave. elmhursthistory.org or (630) 833-1457 Elmhurst Public Library: Enjoy an outdoor storytime about the wonders of art, history, and geology between museum visits on the south Library lawn (2-2:30 p.m. and 3-3:30 p.m.). Play life-size family games outside the library (2-4 p.m.).

Location: 125 S. Prospect Ave., elmhhurstpubliclibrary. org or (630) 279-8696 Lizzadro Museum of Lapi-

dary Art: Experience the museum’s fascinating collection of rare stones and precious gems, and create an adorable rock critter to take home.

Location: 220 Cottage Hill Ave., www.lizzadromuseum. org or (630) 833-1616 Wilder Park Conservatory: Explore Elmhurst’s beautiful, historic conservatory, and learn about horticulture and conservation. Pick up a free rain gauge, one per family/first 100 families.

Location: 175 S. Prospect Ave. epd.org or (630) 993-8900

Worship Services Directory First United Methodist Church of Elmhurst

BETHEL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

232 South York (630) 834-2440 umcelmhurst.org

1213 Army Trail Blvd. Addison, Illinois 60101 Phone: 630-543-3458 J.T. Miller, Pastor E. Miller, Directory of Expanded Ministry www.popaddison.org

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Christian Congregational Church invites you to join us in worship any Sunday at 9:30 a.m., or Tuesday at 7:30 p.m.

We are a family friendly non-denominational Bible church with an outreach in your neighborhood!

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Affordable Health Screenings coming to Elmhurst ELMHURST — Residents living in and around the Elmhurst, Illinois can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, and other chronic, serious conditions with affordable screenings by Life

Line Screening. West Suburban Community Church will host this community event on 4/25/2016. The site is located at 825 North Van Auken in Elmhurst.

Screenings can check for: • The level of plaque build-

up in your arteries, related to risk for heart disease, stroke and overall vascular health.

• HDL and LDL Cholesterol levels • Diabetes risk • Bone density as a risk for possible osteoporosis

• Kidney and thyroid function, and more Screenings are affordable, convenient and accessible for wheelchairs and those with trouble walking. Free parking is also available.

Packages start at $149, but

consultants will work with you to create a package that is right for you based on your age and risk factors. Call 1-877-237-1287 or visit our website at . Pre-registration is required.

With a ribbon cutting on April 7, Bensenville Village leaders welcomed the Edward-Elmhurst Health Walk-In Clinic to the community. The Clinic, located in the Jewel-Osco at 1127 S. York Rd., is open seven days a week, Monday - Fri-

day, 8 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. and Saturday - Sunday, 9 a.m.

- 4:30 p.m. No appointment is necessary. Board certified family nurse practitioners and physician assistants provide care for patients 18 months and older at the Clinic, which

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How to pick a healthcare plan if you have a chronic condition (StatePoint) Choosing a healthcare plan can be difficult, especially when you have a chronic lung disease like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Affecting millions of Americans, COPD includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema and makes it difficult to breathe. It can also be very expensive.

“Understanding the true total cost associated with available healthcare plans is so important for those with high-cost health needs like COPD, as access to care doesn’t help patients unless they can afford it,” says Harold P. Wimmer, National President and CEO of the American Lung Association.

When choosing a plan, consider all the factors that affect yearly out-of-pocket costs, including the premium, deductible and co-pay or coinsurance amounts.

Also, check each plan’s coverage for doctors, spe-

cialists, hospitals and medications. COPD patients may be likely to reach the maximum out-of-pocket expenses. Adding the total premiums to that figure should give patients an accurate estimate of annual costs.

While the deadline for individuals to enroll in a healthcare plan has passed for 2016 unless you’ve had a life event like getting married or divorced,

it’s always a good idea to brush up on how a plan can affect you. More information can be found at Lung. org. COPD patients can call the Lung Association’s free HelpLine at 1-800-LUNGUSA to speak with a certified enrollment counselor.

Before enrolling in a healthcare plan, use free resources available to help you make the most financially sound decision for your circumstances.

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News from the Village of Addison Metropolitan Alliance of Police Solicitation Information ADDISON — Once a year, the Metropolitan Alliance of Police (MAP) solicits for donation, using a solicitation service. This year, that company is Triad Promotion, Inc. While MAP is the union that representation officers of the Addison Police Department, it is important to undertstand Addison Police Officers are not soliciting donations, and never will contact residents to seek money.

Representatives from Triad, Inc., should never represent themselves as Addison Police employees, union members or police officers. Should you feel that ANY solicitor is misrepresenting themselves, please contact the Police Department non-emergency number at 630543-3080.

If you feel you have been harassed or would like to lodge a complaint with MAP or with Triad, Inc. they may be reached at: Metropolitan Alliance of Police, 215 Remington Blvd., Suite C, Bolingbrook, IL 60440 (630) 759-4925 Triad Promotions, Inc., 6430 South Cass Ave., Westmont, IL 60559 (630) 9648300.

Miss Addison Applications Now Available Applications for the 2016 Miss Addison Scholarship Pageant are now available. Young women between the ages of 17 and 21 who are residents of Addison are encouraged to apply by June 3, 2016.

Miss Addison will receive a $2,000 scholarship. First runner up will receive $1,000 and second runner up $500 in scholarships.

For a full list of criteria and the application, please visit AddisonAdvantage.org.

ACA plans annual ‘Evening Of Art, Wine & Music’

ADDISON — The Addison Center for the Arts is preparing for its annual fundraiser, “An Evening Of Art, Wine & Music,” which will take place on Friday, April 29 from 7-9 p.m. in the Rotunda of Addison Village Hall, One Friendship Plaza.

The event will feature many original works of art including paintings, jewelry, gift certificates, gift baskets and more. Proceeds will support the continuation of the cultural events for students in the community such as, the Lyric Opera in the Neighborhoods, Salt Creek Ballet Company, Arts Alive and scholarships.

Tickets are $35 per person and include auction, music by the Papo Jazz Trio, appetizers, wine and soft drinks.

To order tickets, make a check payable to Addison Center for the Arts and send it there, 213 No. Lombard Road, Addison, 60101. For more information, visit addisoncenterforthearts.com or call 630-458-4500.

Village, District 88 host Community Night

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On April 7, District 88 partnered with the Village of Addison and hosted a Community Night. (top left): District 88 Superintendent Dr. Scott Helton (right) shares highlights from District 88 and Addison Trail. Also pictured is AT Principal Michael Bolden. (top middle): Village Mayor Rich Veenstra welcomes the crowd. (top right): Bolden leads participants in an information session to discuss the future. (bottom left): Pictured here at Community Night on April 6 are (from left): AT parent Ricardo Martinez, Addison Police Deputy Chief Brian Goss, AT Assistant Principal Iridia Niewinski and AT parent Tina Bouzarelos Kopta. (bottom right): Principal Bolden shares a laugh with a group of participants.

Approximately 850 attend District 4 Fun Fair More than $21,000 in grants awarded to teachers, teams

children, such as playing “Bozo Buckets” to win free books.

The Indian Trail Jazz Ensemble, directed by Raymond Cannon, provided an hour of musical entertainment with audience participation. Cannon selected three guests to join the rhythm ADDISON — Approxi- section for the evening. When mately 850 people attended the those three people completed ASD4 Educational Foundation their song, they were told to Fun Fair held on Friday, April pass their rhythm instrument to 8 at Indian Trail Junior High. another person.

The Addison Park District, Elyse Wadzinski directed the ASD4 school PTA’s and the Lake Park kindergarten and Addison Teachers’ Association 1st grade students who per(ATA) provided free games for formed some numbers from their upcoming spring musical, “Bugs!” That music program will be performed at Lake Park School on Wednesday, April 27

at 6 p.m.

The focal point of the evening was the awarding of more than $21,000 in mini-grant checks. There were 48 teachers or teacher teams who were awarded grants for items that are not in the school budget.

A surprise presentation occurred after the checks were distributed when Addison Teachers’ Association co-presidents, Stacy Hahn and Bob Wojtas presented Foundation Vice President, State Representative Kathy Willis with a check for $1595.75. The money, raised at the ATA’s February bowling fundraiser, will be used to fund additional mini-grant projects in 2016-17.

Addison Park District events

ADDISON—The following events and programs are being sponsored by the Addison Park District. For more information, visit addisonparks.org or call 630-233-7275.

Volunteer for Park Pride 9-11:30 a.m. Saturday, May 7 Join the Park District for a day in the parks preparing for the season by helping to clean up the parks, plant flowers and spreading mulch. To volunteer call 630-233-7275 by Sunday, May 1.

Each registered volunteer will receive a T-shirt and lunch at the volunteer appreciation cookout in Community Park at 11:30 a.m.

Recycling Extravaganza 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 7 The Park District is partnering with SCARCE for this community-wide event and will be collecting American flags, bicycles, cell phones, flat-screen monitors and electronics, medical equipment (not prescription drugs), paper shredding (5-box limit) and more. Info: addisonparks.org.

This student hopes she hit the mark and landed in a bucket to win one of the many books given as prizes for the District 4 Family Fun Fair held on Friday, April 8 at Indian Trail Junior High.

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Addison Teachers’ Association co-presidents, Stacy Hahn (right) and Bob Wojtas, presented a check for $1,595 to Foundation Vice President, State Representative Kathy Willis. The money, raised at the ATA’s February bowling fundraiser, will be used to fund additional mini-grant projects in 2016-17.

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Large Gourmet kitchen w/ Granite Island w/ Eating Area, Vaulted ceilings, Hardwood Flrs throughout, Custom Crown Molding, Full Fin Bsmt w/Handcrafted Wet Bar. Paver Brick Patio & Unique Custom Built Shed. 4 Car attached Garage. $649,900

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Lincoln school, brick bungalow in great family neighborhood just off the IL Prairie Path. Walk to Lincoln GS, York HS, and the Spring Rd business district. Move-in ready 4 bed / 3 bath home with the pride of ownership throughout. Oversized

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Well maintained & updated 4 bedroom ranch set on an over-sized 75 x 195 lot in Villa Park. Loads of updates & storage make this ranch a hidden gem. The fully finished basement offers a large family room w/ fireplace, home office and 4th bedroom w/ en suite bathroom just done in 2015.

Recent owner improvements include: two updated baths, updated kitchen w/ newer counters, tile backsplash, flooring, SS appliances, & breakfast bar. Brand new furnace and storage shed, most windows replaced in 2013, roof & gutters in 2011, hot water heater in 2009. All this on a 1/3 acre, fenced lot make this a must see! $265,000

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Well cared for, traditional 2-story in desirable Jefferson school neighborhood. 5 beds up with inlaw arrangement on 1st floor or basement. 1st Floor - Refinished hw floors, office/BR, full bath, laundry/mudroom, separate dining and living rms, open kitchen w/ eating area, and family rm w/ masonry fireplace. 2nd floor - 5 BRs, 2 full baths, master suite w/separate shower, dual sink vanity, and jacuzzi tub. Fin Basement- Rec/Media rm, game rm, full bath, BR/exercise rm, and storage.

2 car attached garage, fenced/professionally landscaped yard w/ paver brick patio. Walk to schools, Butterfield Park, Smalley Pool, Prairie Path. Great Highway access. $799,900

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Newer Hardwood floors in Kitchen/Eating Area/Dining Room/ Foyer area. Large kitchen w/separate eating area & butler’s

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This incredible estate has so much to offer! Situated on a 75 x 252 lot. Located on a private cul-de-sac with 4,500 square feet of living space! A newer 3rd floor addition features vaulted Master Suite ceiling, floor to ceiling built-ins, spa-baths, & $749,000

Relocated owners never planned on leaving this classic brick & stone Georgian on an over-sized River Forest Manor corner lot. Previous and current owners have done it all so this home is ready to enjoy for the next lucky people.

Practically everything has been updated in the last 5 yrs - copper plumbing, windows, 2.5 car garage, roof, refinished hardwoods, finished basement, interior paint, new 200 AMP electrical service, kitchen w/ brand new SS appliances, new concrete patio w/ 8 person hot tub stays!

Professionally landscaped & fenced yard will soon be in full bloom. Conveniently located to tons of restaurants and nightlife. $369,900

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A perfect 10 in Elmhurst’s sought after Lincoln school neighborhood. Steps to the IL Prairie Path and across from Ben Allison Park’s sledding hill, tball field, and tot-park. Spacious rooms, tasteful decorated, gleaming hardwoods throughout, updated kitchen and baths, master with spa bath and his/hers walk-ins, huge finished basement, front porch overlooking park, rear deck & storage shed, professionally landscaped, 2 car attached garage, and abundant storage and walk-in closets. Original owners, meticulously maintained home. A great home in a great neighborhood with nature and fun for the kids at your front doorstep all year round! $775,000

6BR HOME ON ALMOST 1/2 ACRE! This incredible estate has so much to offer! Situated on a 75 x 252 lot.

Located on a private cul-de-sac with 4,500 square feet of living space! A newer 3rd floor addition features vaulted Master Suite ceiling, floor to ceiling built-ins, spa-baths, & private WIC & laundry. Lovely 1st floor family room overlooking a resort-like backyard with heated in-ground pool, hot tub, gazebo, fire pit, and an EXTRA 100 feet of land. THIS HOME IS ONE OF A KIND INSIDE & OUT! $749,000

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Expanded kitchen with breakfast bar, desk area and mudroom. Partially finished basement with good storage, newer furnace, hot water heater, and 2.5 car garage. Walk to Lincoln, Bryan, Prairie Path, and Spring Road Business District. Great starter home opportunity on a fantastic block. $395,000

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Great starter home opportunity just east of downtown Elmhurst. 2nd owners have taken great care of this 3 bedroom brick ranch with full basement. Directly across the street from kids’ playground and East End Park/Pool. Meticulously

Great starter home opportunity just east of downtown Elmhurst. 2nd owners have taken great care of this 3 bedroom brick ranch with full basement. Directly across the street from kids’ playground and East End Park/Pool. Meticulously maintained with hardwood floors, newer appliances, HVAC, roof, and granite kitchen counters. A full basement with finished family room, laundry room, and tons of storage. Walkable to downtown Elmhurst, Metra Station, and Field Elementary school. $274,900

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Enjoy high visibility on busy West Avenue & Great arterial location 290/355/North Avenue. This suite gets lots of natural light, has large common reception area & 2 private offices.

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Page 16 - April 21, 2016 / The Independent Physician Assistant Maria Dai (left) and Patient Services Representative Stephanie Butterfield are all set to greet patients at the Edward-Elmhurst Health Walk-In Clinic in Lombard, located in the Jewel-Osco, 1177 S. Main St. The Clinic provides exams and treatment for minor illnesses and skin conditions, physicals, vaccinations and screenings.

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AT elects Jacob Bartkiewicz as 88’s Best for March ADDISON — Jacob Bartkiewicz has been named as Addison Trail’s March recipient of 88’s Best recognition for his outstanding achievements in the performing arts/electives. A senior, Jacob was recognized during the March 21 District 88 Board of Education meeting.

Many students are part of Addison Trail’s performing arts programs – but none quite match the involvement, dedication and growth of Jacob.

Active in music and theatre since his freshman year, the stage soon became a second home for Jacob. He started out with the crew, but by his senior year, he was landing key roles in many plays and musicals, most notably as Pontius Pilate in this year’s winter musical, “Jesus Christ Superstar.”

“As a senior, Bartkiewicz has blossomed into a fantastic actor,” said AT Theatre Director Anna Jakubka. “He makes extremely smart choices on stage.”

AT social studies teacher and choreographer for the musicals LeVonne Cescolini-Boyer agreed.

“I have always enjoyed working with Bartkiewicz on many musicals here at

Addison Trail,” she said. “He is such a talented performer – he has brought me to tears with many of his performances.

Bartkiewicz also is such a happy student, who has a love for learning, and I really enjoyed our political discussions!”

Although he played the trumpet since fifth grade, it wasn’t until high school that he worked to improve. In his sophomore year, when asked to be the lead trumpet in the marching band, Jacob rose to the challenge.

“Bartkiewicz has steadily improved his performance, including being the first trumpet player in a long time to comfortably play the ‘High B’ in the famous ‘Hallelujah’ chorus,” said Dan O’Connell, AT Music Department Chair and Orchestra Director. “His leadership in the band has raised the overall performance level of the trumpet section, which has made it possible for us to do other notable works.”

Since his confidence has grown, he has decided to audition for marching band in college.

Excellent in the classroom as well, Jacob has taken 10 Advanced Placement (AP)/college-level courses and 15 hon-

ors courses to date.

“Bartkiewicz has the self-discipline and drive to maximize the social and academic benefits of his innate intelligence,” said Jim Perusich, Addison Trail English teacher. “He is a structured writer, a creative thinker and a student who responds positively and proactively to instructional feedback.”

On a long list of sports and extracurricular activities, Jacob played on the golf team, where he qualified for Sectionals this year. He took first place for building an air trajectory machine as part of Science Olympiad. As a member of DECA, he won first place for his operations research paper, qualifying him for the DECA International Career Development Conference later this month. He is also a Thespian, Sergeant at Arms on the Theatre Board, Vice President of the Tri-M (Modern Music Masters) Honor Society and has participated in Relay For Life.

Bartkiewicz plans to attend Purdue University, where he plans to audition for the marching band and to study aerospace engineering. He would like to pursue a career as an astronaut.

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Pictured is Addison Trail senior Jacob Bartkiewicz (right), who has been named as Addison Trail’s March recipient of 88’s Best recognition. He’s pictured with Addison Trail Principal Michael Bolden.

Community Calendar Thursday, April 21 From 3:30-4:30 p.m., there will be a Dementia Caregiver Support Group Meeting held at Terra Vista, 100 E. Roosevelt Road, Villa Park (next to Outback Steakhouse). Join in conversation with others going through a similar experience. Light refreshments served. RSVP to 630-534-0886 or info@terravista.org.

Tuesday, April 26 From 2-3 p.m., there will be a workshop on The Beginning of the Alzheimer’s Journey, led

by Natalie McFarland, RN, BSN, Dementia Care Educator, at Terra Vista, 100 E. Roosevelt Road in Villa Park (next to Outback Steakhouse). Seating is limited to please RSVP by calling 630-534-0886 or by email to: info@terravista.org.

Friday, April 29 • Stone PTA plans spring craft show From 5:30-8:30 p.m., the Stone School PTA is sponsoring a Spring Craft & Vendor Show in the school gym at 1404 Stone Ave. Admission is free. Exhibitors include: Angie’s Jewelry, Avon, Baby Yarn Farm, Carole’s Boutique, Cheeker’s Crafts, Covered in Chocolate, Crafts by Debbie, Herbs & More, Jamberry Nails, Jennifer’s Card Designs, Lemongrass Spa, Marcia Nuttle’s Doll Clothes, Mary Kay, Mrs. L’s Spoonfulls, North Center Creation, Origami Owl, Pampered Chef, Paparazzi Accessories, Partylite, Pink Zebra, Stella & Dot, Tastefully Simple, Thirty-One, Tupperware, and ViVi Jewelry. Funds will benefit a wide variety of student activities coordinated by the Stone PTA.

• ACA’s Evening of Art, Wine & Music From 7-9 p.m., at the Addison Village Hall Rotunda, One Friendship Plaza, the Addison Center for the Arts is hosting its annual “Evening of Art, Wine & Music.”

Tickets include a wine bar, hors d’oeuvres, silent auction and door prize drawing. Music entertainment provided by the Papo Jazz Trio. Tickets are $35 per person and includes two drink tickets. To RSVP, call 630-458-4500 or visit addisoncenterforthearts.org Saturday, May 7 • Volunteer for Park Pride Join the Park District from 9-11:30 a.m. for a day in the parks preparing for the season by helping to clean up the parks, plant flowers and spreading mulch. To volunteer call 630-233-7275 by Sunday, May 1. Each registered volunteer will receive a T-shirt and lunch at the volunteer appreciation cookout in Community Park at 11:30 a.m. Info: visit addisonparks.org or call 630-233-7275.

• Recycling Extravaganza From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Park District is partnering with SCARCE for this communitywide event and will be collecting American flags, bicycles, cell phones, flat-screen monitors and electronics, medical equipment (not prescription drugs), paper shredding (5-box limit) and more.

Info: visit addisonparks.org or call 630-233-7275.

• ESO final concert of season At 7 p.m., the Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra concludes its Season of Celebration with a “concert of friendship,” featuring concertmaster Rika Seko will perform with her long-time friend Anibal Dos Santos, principal violist of the Bogota Philharmonic. Held at Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church, 149 W. Brush Hill Rd., tickets are $32/ adults, $30/seniors, $9/students; additional $5 per ticket at the door. Group, family rates available. Call 630-941-0202 or visit elmhurstsymphony.org for tickets and info.

Stone PTA plans Spring Craft Fair

ADDISON — On Friday, April 29 from 5:30-8:30 p.m., the Stone School PTA is sponsoring a Spring Craft & Vendor Show in the school gym at 1404 Stone Ave. Admission is free.

Crafters and vendors include: Angie’s Jewelry, Avon, Baby Yarn Farm, Carole’s Boutique, Cheeker’s Crafts, Covered in Chocolate, Crafts by Debbie, Herbs & More, Jamberry Nails, Jennifer’s Card Designs, Lemongrass Spa, Marcia Nuttle’s Doll photo provided Clothes, Mary Kay, Mrs. L’s Spoonfulls, North Center Creation, Origami Owl, Pampered Chef, Paparazzi Accessories, Partylite, Pink Zebra, Stella & Dot, Tastefully Simple, Thirty-One, TupperStudents at Lake Park School participated in a diabetes wellness day on Wednesday, April 13, where they took part in activities that encourage a healthy lifestyle. Among those were ware, and ViVi Jewelry. Funds will benefit a wide variety of student activities coordinated by the Stone PTA. relay races, games, jumping rope and hulahoops, as demonstrated by these girls.

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April 21, 2016 • 18

Willowbrook baseball team splits doubleheader with Morton Garbacz strikes out 12 in win against West Chicago

By Mike Miazga Correspondent

The Willowbrook baseball team closed out a busy week by splitting a West Suburban Conference Gold Division doubleheader against Morton.

Willowbrook won the opener 8-1. The Warriors, who had six hits, led 6-1 after four innings thanks in part to a four-run outburst in the fourth.

TJ Geritano had a walk and an RBI. Cam Zunkel had a hit, a run scored, an RBI and walked three times. Kyle Martyniuk had an RBI and three walks. Kyle Ferguson had a triple, a run scored, an RBI and two stolen bases.

Jon Kelso had a hit, two runs scored, an RBI and a walk.

Danny Olson went 2-for-3 with an RBI, a double and a walk.

Mark Molitor had a hit, a run scored and two RBI. Willowbrook walked 10 times in the game.

Matt Pizur was the winning pitcher. He went six innings and allowed five hits while striking out eight. Scott Kohrt pitched the seventh inning.

Morton won the nightcap 6-2 despite having only three hits.

Willowbrook had six hits, but made four errors.

Pizur went 2-for-4 with a double and a run scored. Martyniuk walked twice. Ferguson had a hit and an RBI. Molitor went 2-for-2 with a double and a run scored. MJ Ranieri had a hit and an RBI. Eric Gunst pitched the first three innings and took the loss. He gave up two hits and

had one strikeout. Will Hines pitched the final three innings.

He allowed one hit, no earned runs had three strikeouts.

In earlier action, Willowbrook dropped a 5-2 WSC crossover game to Hinsdale Central. Willowbrook trailed 4-1 after two innings.

The Warriors had six hits and committed three errors.

Geritano had a hit, a run scored and walked twice. Zunkel had an RBI. Martyniuk had a hit and an RBI. Pizur had a double. Alec Michaelson pitched five innings and allowed four hits and two earned runs while striking out three. He took the loss. Ronnie Reitz pitched one inning in relief.

In a 10-0 non-conference win against West Chicago, Matt Garbacz picked up the sixinning complete-game win. He allowed only one hit and struck

Youthful Addison Trail boys volleyball team improving

Blazers move to 2-0 in conference with win against Proviso East

By Mike Miazga Correspondent

Addison Trail boys volleyball coach Chad Grant has a young roster this year.

But that young roster is gaining valuable varsity experience in the early part of the season.

“I like that we have been competitive in every match,” said Grant. “We have seven sophomores getting playing time right now and we only have one club player. We probably are the youngest team in the state.

We are losing a lot of close matches against a challenging schedule. I think we will start to win these matches as the season progresses.

We still have huge room for growth.”

In recent action, the Blazers recorded a 25-9, 25-12 West Suburban Conference Gold Division victory against Proviso East.

Jacob Grygo had 11 assists, three kills and four aces for Addison Trail. Colton Noel added six kills, while Jonathan Gonzalez had three kills and one block. Michael Pudlo had three kills, as did Eric Lynch.

The win moved Addison Trail to 2-0 in WSC Gold play. The Blazers also dropped a

25-22, 25-17 contest to St. Patrick. The loss put Addison Trail at 3-8 overall.

“Our biggest improvements have been on offense,” said Grant. “We have been trying guys in different spots. We’re getting better every day.”

The Blazers are hard at work on the defensive end. “We have a long way to go defensively,” said Grant. “The boys are working hard, but we have to improve our technique, timing and reading of the opponents’ hitters.”

Part of that youthful roster is two setters in Grygo and David Zielinski. “We have two young setters who are getting more comfortable running the offense,” said Grant.

“Jacob Grygo has been great for us. He is going to have a really good career here. He also has been our best attacker.”

Grant also cited recent strong play from Noel and Pudlo. “Colton moved to the right side and is getting acclimated,” he said. “He gives us a big block and allows us to put pressure on the other teams from the right side. Michael is playing very efficiently. His timing is improving. He gives us a good serve. He doesn’t look like a sophomore.”

Addison Trail traveled to Morton earlier in the week for a conference match and will host Glenbard West today in a WSC crossover contest.

out 12 while issuing no walks.

He threw 56 of 72 pitches for strikes.

Willowbrook scored eight runs over the first three innings and had nine hits.

Geritano went 2-for-2 with two runs scored and a walk.

Zunkel was 1-for-2 with two runs scored and an RBI. Ferguson went 3-for-4 with two doubles, a run scored and four RBI. Molitor had a hit and an RBI. Chris DeSalvo had an RBI. Ranieri had a hit and scored a run. Olson had an RBI. Kelso had a hit, a run scored and two RBI, while Michaelson scored two runs.

Willowbrook also scored a 5-3 WSC Gold Division win against Leyden. Willowbrook had six hits and led 4-1 after two innings.

Geritano walked twice,

scored a run and drove in a run.

Pizur had an RBI. Ferguson had a hit and a run scored. Molitor was 2-for-2 with an RBI. DeSalvo had a hit and scored two runs. Olson had two hits and an RBI. Garbacz had an RBI. Pizur was the winning pitcher. He went five innings and struck out five while allowing only three hits. Zunkel picked up the save. He struck out four in two innings and allowed three hits. He threw 25 of 36 pitches for strikes.

The split with Morton put Willowbrook’s record at 5-6 overall and 2-1 in WSC Gold play. The Warriors are scheduled to host Lyons Township today and welcome Hinsdale South to town Saturday for a WSC Gold doubleheader starting at 10 a.m.

By Mike Miazga Correspondent

cado (OF, Jr.) and Mach are among the key newcomers.

“It’s a very close-knit team that is improving greatly by the day,” Fenton coach Dave Schwabe said.

At the plate, Schwabe has been pleased with the team’s production through the top half of the order and noted the 6-9 positions will be important going forward. “Our 1-5 hitters are strong,” he said. “We will depend on Nos. 6-9 to complete the lineup.”

Schwabe likes what he’s seen so far in the field. “We are sharp defensively,” he said.

“The infield is the strength of the team. All our positions are solid. Our outfield is quickly catching up.”

Schwabe has a youthful pitching staff this season. “We’re focusing on pounding the strike zone and letting the infield do the work for them.”

Schwabe sees a bright future ahead for this year’s group.

“This team is comprised mostly of juniors (14 of 16 on the team are in the 11th grade),” he said.

“The players are skilled and unafraid. The sky is the limit if they continue to work hard.”

Fenton baseball team splits pair of games with Riverside-Brookfield

The Fenton baseball team split a pair of recent Metro Suburban Conference West Division games against RiversideBrookfield.

Fenton defeated R-B 6-5 and also lost 9-2. After the series split, the Bison were 2-3 overall and 1-1 in conference play.

Through the team’s first five games, Garrett Focht (1B-3B, Jr.) was leading the Bison in hitting with a .500 average. Tommy Mach (IF-C, Jr.) was hitting .389, while Cory Schwarz (3BC-P, Sr.) was hitting .363. Bryan Larsen (IF-P, Jr.) was hitting .315 and Joe Simoncelli (SS2B, Jr.) was at .286.

On the mound, Tyler Santagata (IF-P, Jr.) had a win and a 2.25 ERA. Mach sported a 3.60 ERA, while Danny Lucas (1B-P, Jr.) had a win and a 4.50 ERA. Fenton is coming off a 2015 season where it won nine games overall and went 6-12 in MSC West play.

Larsen and Schwarz headline a list of returning players, while Simoncelli, Focht, Nick Mer-

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Willowbrook boys gymnastics team making big strides Warriors edge conference foe Downers Grove South by less than a point

By Mike Miazga Correspondent

The Willowbrook boys gymnastics team was involved in a recent good, old-fashioned nail-biter.

The Warriors edged West Suburban Conference Gold Division foe Downers Grove South by less than a point, 135.70-134.80, to remain unbeaten in league competition.

In fact, the Warriors through late last week were unbeaten at all conference levels (9-0 combined varsity, junior varsity and freshman).

“It was an intense dual meet against Downers Grove South.

We knew they would be close to use because of the scores at the Canino invitational,”

noted Willowbrook coach Caleb Strejc. “We host Hinsdale South (this week) for our final dual meet and we will prepare our hardest to try and stay undefeated at all levels in the conference—something that has not happened at Willowbrook in who knows how long.”

At the Tony Canino Invitational at Hinsdale Central, Willowbrook placed fifth out of 10 teams with a score of 132.20.

“This meet has all the teams from the West Suburban Conference,” Strejc explained. “All teams from the Silver Division but York beat us (Glenbard West, Downers Grove North, Lyons Township and Hinsdale Central). The other four teams from the gold division finished behind us with Downers South right on our tail.”

Individually, Adam Sousa won the all-around competition with a score of 52.35. He also won parallel bars, took second on high bar, vault and pommel horse, placed fourth on floor and fifth on rings.

Rick Saldana took 14th in the all-around with a score of 36.55.

At the Tom Kordewick Invitational at Hinsdale South, Willowbrook was fifth out of eight teams.

“This was a special-format meet in which guys could compete in no more than three events,” Strejc said. “It really tests the depth of a team. It was great to see some of our other guys do well and get individual awards besides Adam.”

Sousa won the rings and high bar events and was second on horse. Ian Patete was sixth on floor. Zach Zeffiro was sixth on vault. Patete also was seventh onvault. Dylan Leska placed ninth on vault, while Bailey Heppner was ninth on parallel bars.

Strejc has seen good gains made on vault and parallel bars so far this season. “On vault this can be attributed to Ricky Saldana and Zach Zeffiro starting to land their tsuks (backward flipping vault), which has led them to be able to score

in the 8s and help our team score,” he said. “On parallel bars we have seen guys such as Ricky, Miguel Portilla and Chris Ruiz begin to score in the 7s by cleaning up their routines. That has helped our overall score a lot.”

Strejc lauded the season-long efforts of Saldana, Zeffiro and Sousa.

“Ricky and Zach have stepped up by starting to land those harder vaults and bringing a lot of energy and excitement to the team through that,” he said. “Adam has stepped up by continuing to be consistent and hitting his routines meet after meet and sticking a majority of his dismounts. This is impressive because there is more pressure on him this year by not having the seniors Bret (Golz) and Keawe (Winstead) competing alongside him.”

Strejc is thrilled the team is receiving contributions throughout the roster. “What I have liked the most is the ability to step up, adapt and understand that as a group they

have a lot more responsibility that is spread out between them,” he said. “Last year all our points typically came from the scores of three guys every meet, whereas this year it is between about 10 guys. Each guy works very hard at his specialties to contribute to the overall team score and to keep that score increasing.”

Strejc noted the program’s freshman team is another bright spot this season. “They are terrific,” he said. “They are great kids with good attitudes and the desire to become better gymnasts every day of practice. If they continue working as hard as they have been and staying committed to the sport, it will be a huge factor in continuing to be a contender for conference titles in the years to come.”

The freshman will compete in a freshman invitational Friday. “That’s very exciting because it will be those guys’ first opportunity to win some individual awards and hopefully a team plaque.”

Fenton boys volleyball team enjoys success at Oswego tournament Sanchez, Hill among team leaders

By Mike Miazga Correspondent

The Fenton boys volleyball team has been racking up valuable experience in tournament competition.

The Bison went 2-1 at the Oswego tournament and also competed in the St. Charles East tournament. Through late last week Fenton had four wins on the season.

“We struggled in the St. Charles East tournament, but

we were very competitive in each match. We just couldn’t finish,” said Fenton coach Heather Petersen.

On the statistical front, Andrew Hill was leading the team in assists, while Javy Sanchez was the team leader in kills through late last week.

“Javy has become very versatile. He is one of our key hitters,” said Petersen. “Andrew’s setting has been consistent and improving dramatically.

He also contributes with his hitting. Andrew definitely has stepped up in the setter position and has taken control of the game.”

Freddie Bajo was the team

leader in blocks. “Freddie is willing to do whatever the team needs and he gets the job done,” said Petersen.

Also cited for strong play was David Gutierrez. “David always is positive on the court and all-around is a great player,” said Petersen.

Petersen has seen improvements across the board thus far. “We have been able to put everything together,” she said.

“They have good chemistry and have learned so much about the game the last few weeks. Our passing has improved significantly, although we still have some work to do.”

Petersen also is pleased with

the amount of offensive options the team has.“The offense is continuously getting better,” she said. “We have six hitters who all do a nice job. Javy and Andrew and Freddy do a very nice job putting the ball away. We are working on other options to make our offensive game more competitive.”

Fenton also is making strides on the defensive front. “The defense is coming around,” said Petersen. “We will be spending a lot of time working on this part of our game because I definitely think it is the weakest part of our game.

Although it’s improving, there is a lot of work still to do.”

Serving is another facet of the game that is on the uptick for the Bison. “Serving has improved dramatically,” said Petersen. “The mental aspect of the serving game has improved and as a team we are much more accurate and consistent.”

Fenton played Proviso West earlier in the week and will play Illiana Christian today and Rich East this coming Tuesday.

“The boys are a great group,” said Petersen. “They are dedicated, have the drive to win and work hard. It’s never a question of working hard at practice and in matches. They want to continue to grow and get better and will put the time in.”

Walsh plays key role for Willowbrook boys volleyball team Warriors go 5-5 through first 10 matches

By Mike Miazga Correspondent

One key bright spot for the Willowbrook boys volleyball team early on has ben the play of 6-6 middle blocker Ian Walsh.

“Ian has a great presence in the middle,” said Willowbrook coach Ryan Bazon. “He is

quick on closing blocks, great at reading hitters, has a good volleyball IQ and is a great leader.”

Through the team’s first 10 matches, Walsh had 38 kills, was hitting 40.58 percent and had 30 blocks.

Willowbrook was 5-5 overall and 1-1 in West Suburban Conference Gold Division play through its first 10 matches.

“We continue to work on fundamentals at practice,” said Bazon. “We have become a better passing team and our servereceive has improved over the

first few matches. This has led to a more effective attack.”

Bazon noted the team’s middle hitters were hitting at 40.58 and 34.38 percent. “We are very strong at the middle position when it comes to leadership,” he said. “Our middle hitters are very effective hitters.”

Jack Maksymec had 45 digs on the defensive end. “Jack has been a nice addition to our defense,” said Bazon. “He anticipates well and takes control of the back row. We need to help him out at the net by improving our blocking game.”

Bazon added he’s seen more consistency with the team’s sets. “We are becoming more consistent with our communication between hitters and setters,” he said.

Serving also is being emphasized. “We need to serve better,” said Bazon. “We need to serve better. We are making too many errors and need to put more pressure on the opposing team. It has cost us a few matches.”

Willowbrook heads to York today for a WSC crossover match and then plays in the

Downers Grove South Invitational this weekend.

In a recent 25-16, 25-16 WSC crossover loss to Lyons Township, Lucas Betts had five assists. Joe Ernst had one block. Calvin Linnig had four assists, while Maksymec had one assist and four digs. Joe Ragucci had one kill. Andy Shreckengost had one block.

Ivan Tassev had one kill, one block and two digs. Brendan Waldorf had four kills, one block and five digs, while Walsh had three kills and three blocks.

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Gonzalez’s three-run homer fuels IC Catholic Prep softball team Sutton blasts two home runs in Knights’ baseball win

By Mike Miazga Correspondent

The IC Catholic Prep softball team recorded a pair of Metro Suburban Conference West Division wins recently against Fenton and Guerin Prep.

In a 15-5 five-inning win over Guerin, the Knights exploded for 18 hits and scored 10 runs over the first three innings.

First-inning RBI singles by Kayla Faber-Cournane, Kasey Carver and Georgia Mahnke helped the Knights get out to a 5-0 lead. Melissa Gonzalez keyed a four-run second inning with a three-run home run, the first of her high-school career.

In the third inning, Gonzalez had an RBI single that scored Faber-Cournane. In the fifth inning, the Knights scored five more runs. Faber-Cournane’s RBI single scored Josie Lytton to get things going.

Gonzalez finished with three hits and four RBI. Faber-Cournane was the winning pitcher. She struck out six.

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Fenton, the Knights scored six runs in the third inning to pull away. IC Catholic Prep had 10 hits in the game.

Gonzalez had a triple in the first inning and finished with two RBI. Faber-Cournane was the winning pitcher. She struck out two and allowed four hits en route to a fiveinning shutout.

IC Catholic Prep also lost a 10-8 non-conference decision to St. Viator. The Knights trailed 9-0 after two innings thanks to an eight-run St. Viator second. However, the Knights came back and scored nine runs over the final three innings, including six in the sixth inning.

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The Fenton win put IC Catholic Prep at 7-6 overall and 1-1 in conference play.

IC Catholic Prep baseball The IC Catholic Prep baseball team notched a recent 6-3 Metro Suburban Conference West Division win against Glenbard South.

The Knights came back from a 2-0 deficit with one run in the fifth inning and five in the sixth inning. The Knights finished with 10 hits.

Brian Herrera was the winning pitcher. Matt Sutton blasted two home runs in the game, while Joey Salvi had a triple.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS – WHEATON, ILLINOIS FirstMerit Mortgage Corporation, as successor-in-interest to FirstMerit Bank, N.A., Plaintiff, vs Joseph R. Fortunato, Jr., as Personal Representative for Marianne L. Miracle (deceased), Jeffrey Banko, Tom Leibrandt, Brandywine Towne Houses Improvement Association, Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants, Defendants.

15 CH 1235 Address: 17W710 Kirkland Lane, Villa Park, IL 60181 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 29, 2016, the DuPage County Sheriff will on June 2, 2016 at the hour of 10:00 a.m. at the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, Southwest Lobby, 501 N. County Farm Rd., Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Parcel 1: LOT 1 OF AREA 9 UNIT 14 IN DANBY SUBDIVISION, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHWEST ¼ OF THE NORTHWEST ¼ OF SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, AND PART OF THE EAST ¾ OF THE NORTHEAST ¼ OF SECTION 21, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF SAID RESUBDIVISION RECORDED NOVEMBER 10, 1964 AS DOCUMENT NO. R64-43472, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Parcel 2: EASEMENTS APPURTENANT TO THE ABOVE REAL ESTATE, BEING THE EASEMENTS SET FORTH IN DECLARATION OF COVENANTS AND RESTRICTIONS DATED APRIL 12, 1965 AS DOCUMENT NO. R65012236, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS C/K/A: 17W710 Kirkland Lane, Villa Park, Illinois 60181 PIN: 06-22-101-052 The Judgment amount was $ 62,797.41.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family townhome unit.

Sale terms: 10% due by cash, cashier’s check, or certified funds at the time of sale and the balance is due within two business days of the sale. The subject property is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “as is” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Silvia Mercado Masters Rock Fusco & Connelly, LLC 321 N. Clark St., Suite 2200 Chicago, IL 60654 (312) 494-1000 I688820 (Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Independent April 21, 28 & May 5, 2016) 238329

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DuPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (“FANNIE MAE”), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, PLAINTIFF, VS. ANGELA R. LORUSSO A/K/A ANGELA LORUSSO, A/K/A ANGELA CIMMARRUSTI, A/K/A ANGELA R. FIORE, A/K/A ANGELA FIORE; HIGHVIEW PARK TOWNHOMES ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS. 16 CH 000257 64 SOUTH RUGA COURT ADDISON, IL 60101 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU, Angela R. Lorusso a/k/a Angela Lorusso, a/k/a Angela Cimmarrusti, a/k/a Angela R. Fiore, a/k/a Angela Fiore Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: PARCEL 16 IN HIGHVIEW PARK TOWNHOMES PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT, IN HIGHVIEW’S RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 1 OF THE EAST 237.0 FEET OF BLOCK 12 (AS MEASURED ON THE NORTH LINE) IN HIGHVIEW SUBDIVISION UNIT NO. 7, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 AND PART OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 28, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED FEBRUARY 27, 1985 AS DOCUMENT R85-14014, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 64 South Ruga Court, Addison, IL 60101 and which said Mortgage was made by, Angela R. Lorusso a/k/a Angela Lorusso, a/k/a Angela Cimmarrusti, a/k/a Angela R. Fiore, a/k/a Angela Fiore Mortgagor(s), to Chicago Funding, Inc. Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of DuPage County, Illinois, as Document No. R2004-144867; and for other relief.

UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this County, Chris Kachiroubas DuPage Judicial Center 505 N. County Farm Rd. Wheaton, IL 60187 on or before MAY 9, 2016, A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT. PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Pierce & Associates, P.C. Attorney for Plaintiff 1 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1300 Chicago, IL 60602 Ph. (312) 346-9088 File No. 250642-17866 (Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Independent April 7, 14 & 21, 2016) 239214 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC PLAINTIFF VS RICHARD G. WINDBIEL A/K/A RICHARD WINDBIEL; VICTORIA WINDBIEL A/K/A VICTORIA L WINDBIEL A/K/A VICTORIA VERBA; THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE

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BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BENEFIT; STATE OF ILLINOIS; DEFENDANTS 14 CH 642 1695 WOODLAND AVENUE ADDISON, IL 60101 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on February 23, 2016, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on May 24, 2016, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT 24 IN 1ST ADDITION TO GREEN RIDGE, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF SECTION 19, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED FEBRUARY 21, 1966 AS DOCUMENT NO. R66-5887, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 03-19-301-008 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1695 WOODLAND AVENUE ADDISON, IL 60101 Description of Improvements: SINGLE FAMILY HOME, NOT FOR SALE, UTIL ON The Judgment amount was $223,882.04. Sale Terms: This is an \”AS IS\” sale for \”CASH\”. The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. 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, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1400277 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

I689494 (Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Independent April 14, 21, 28, 2016) 239065 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (FANNIE MAE), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

PLAINTIFF VS JENNIFER MACKENZIE A/K/A JENNIFER A. MACKENZIE; JSL FUNDING GROUP, LLC; DEFENDANTS 15 CH 185 242 SOUTH MONTEREY AVENUE VILLA PARK, IL 60181 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on January 26, 2016, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on June 2, 2016, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: THE NORTH 102 2/3 FEET (EXCEPT THE NORTH 51.33 FEET THEREOF) OF LOT 71 IN VILLA PARK, BEING A SUBDIVISION IN SECTIONS 3 AND 10, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED NOVEMBER 10, 1908 AS DOCUMENT 95115, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 06-10-218-031 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 242 SOUTH MONTEREY AVENUE VILLA PARK, IL 60181 Description of Improvements: TWO STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME; TWO CAR DETACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $237,810.04. Sale Terms: This is an \”AS IS\” sale for \”CASH\”. The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. 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, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1410308 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

I690449 (Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Independent April 21, 28 & May 5, 2016) 240005 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS U.S. Bank, National Association, as Trust-

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DEFENDANTS 2014 CH 001959 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 9/16/2015, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 6/2/16 at the hour of 10:00AM at DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 11 IN BLOCK 2 IN C.G. RESKIN’S SECOND ADDITION TO VILLA PARK, BEING A RESUBDIVISION OF PART OF BLOCK 2 IN C.G. RESKIN’S FIRST ADDITION TO VILLA PARK, A SUBDIVISION IN THE WEST 1/2 OF SECTION 4, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF SAID C.G. RESKIN’S SECOND ADDITION TO VILLA PARK, RECORDED AUGUST 1, 1958 AS DOCUMENT 889-56, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 06-04-103-010 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 710 W. Ridge Road Villa Park, IL 60181 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

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I690952 (Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Independent April 21, 28 & May 5, 2016) 240679 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association PLAINTIFF Vs. Sergio L. Avila a/k/a Sergio Luis Avila; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2015 CH 00417 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/7/2015, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 6/2/16 at the hour of 10:00AM at DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PARCEL 1: LOT 1-11 AND 2-22 (EXCEPT THE NORTH 6.40 FEET OF SAID LOT 2-22) AND ALL OF LOT 2 IN MARLIN’S DIVISION OF LOT 186 IN PIONEER SQUARE UNIT NUMBER 4, BEING A SUBDIVISION IN THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 33, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF SAID MARLIN’S DIVISION RECORDED AUGUST 3, 1962 AS DOCUMENT R6226386, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PARCEL 2: EASEMENT APPURTENANT TO AND FOR THE USE AND BENEFIT OF PARCEL 1, AFORESAID, AS CREATED BY DECLARATION OF EASEMENT RECORDED AUGUST 3,1962 AS DOCUMENT R62-26386, FOR PASSAGEWAY OVER A STRIP OF LAND 15 FEET IN WIDTH AND DESIGNATED AS PARCEL “A” SHOWN ON PLAT RECORDED THEREWITH AND MADE A PART THEREOF, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 03-33-205-047 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 634 S.

Iowa Avenue Addison, IL 60101 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-15-03546.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC PLAINTIFF VS RICHARD G. WINDBIEL A/K/A RICHARD WINDBIEL; VICTORIA WINDBIEL A/K/A VICTORIA L WINDBIEL A/K/A VICTORIA VERBA; THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BENEFIT; STATE OF ILLINOIS; DEFENDANTS 14 CH 642 1695 WOODLAND AVENUE ADDISON, IL 60101 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Fore-

closure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on February 23, 2016, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on May 24, 2016, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 03-19-301-008 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1695 WOODLAND AVENUE ADDISON, IL 60101 Description of Improvements: SINGLE FAMILY HOME, NOT FOR SALE, UTIL ON The Judgment amount was $223,882.04. Sale Terms: This is an \”AS IS\” sale for \”CASH\”. The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. 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, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1400277 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

I689494 (Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Independent April 14, 21 & 28, 2016) 239067 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (FANNIE MAE), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA PLAINTIFF VS JENNIFER MACKENZIE A/K/A JENNIFER A. MACKENZIE; JSL FUNDING GROUP, LLC; DEFENDANTS 15 CH 185 242 SOUTH MONTEREY AVENUE VILLA PARK, IL 60181 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on January 26, 2016, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on June 2, 2016, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 06-10-218-031 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 242 SOUTH MONTEREY AVENUE VILLA PARK, IL 60181 Description of

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Improvements: TWO STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME; TWO CAR DETACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $237,810.04. Sale Terms: This is an \”AS IS\” sale for \”CASH\”.

The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. 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, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1410308 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

I690449 (Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Independent April 21, 28 & May 5, 2016) 240007 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS U.S. Bank, National Association, as Trustee under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of February 1, 2007, GSAMP Trust 2007-NC1, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2007-NC1 PLAINTIFF Vs. Juan Jimenez; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2014 CH 001959 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 9/16/2015, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 6/2/16 at the hour of 10:00AM at DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 06-04-103-010 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 710 W. Ridge Road Villa Park, IL 60181 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be re-

quired to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale.

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 7949876. Please refer to file number 14-14-15221.

I690952 (Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Independent April 21, 28 & May 5, 2016) 240680 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association PLAINTIFF Vs. Sergio L. Avila a/k/a Sergio Luis Avila; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2015 CH 00417 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/7/2015, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 6/2/16 at the hour of 10:00AM at DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

PIN 03-33-205-047 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 634 S. Iowa Avenue Addison, IL 60101 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale.

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 7949876. Please refer to file number 14-15-03546.

I690959 (Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Independent April 21, 28 & May 5, 2016) 240685

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS – WHEATON, ILLINOIS FirstMerit Mortgage Corporation, as successor-in-interest to FirstMerit Bank, N.A., Plaintiff, vs Joseph R. Fortunato, Jr., as Personal Representative for Marianne L. Miracle (deceased), Jeffrey Banko, Tom Leibrandt, Brandywine Towne Houses Improvement Association, Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants, Defendants.

15 CH 1235 Address: 17W710 Kirkland Lane, Villa Park, IL 60181 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 29, 2016, the DuPage County Sheriff will on June 2, 2016 at the hour of 10:00 a.m. at the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, Southwest Lobby, 501 N. County Farm Rd., Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: C/K/A: 17W710 Kirkland Lane, Villa Park, Illinois 60181 PIN: 06-22-101-052 The Judgment amount was $ 62,797.41.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family townhome unit.

Sale terms: 10% due by cash, cashier’s check, or certified funds at the time of sale and the balance is due within two business days of the sale. The subject property is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “as is” condition.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Silvia Mercado Masters Rock Fusco & Connelly, LLC 321 N. Clark St., Suite 2200 Chicago, IL 60654 (312) 494-1000 I688820 (Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Independent April 21, 28 & May 5, 2016) 238330

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We are excited to be bringing our family tradition of the highest quality desserts with a new flair to Elmhurst. Lezza will provide a full line of desserts, coffee cakes, custom cakes, pastries, cookies, gelatos and Italian ice, coffees and teas. New to this location, we have a party room for our customers to make any gathering a little sweeter.

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Elmhurst Family Dental is locally owned and operated by Dr. Louis A. Pahopos. In 1996, the dental office opened its doors in Elmhurst, but Dr. Pahopos was no stranger to Elmhurst. He grew up in Elmhurst and knew this was the right place for his practice. He graduated from Churchville Junior High School and York High School. Afterwards he attended the University of Louisville (Kentucky) Dental School and then returned to his hometown to open his practice.

Dr. Pahopos and his staff at this Family Dentistry are some of the best at making you smile on the outside and within. They are truly unique with their personal touch and are trusted by many families in Elmhurst and the surrounding suburbs. You will feel at home in their warm workplace environment with state of the art equipment, clean environment and caring staff.

It is essential to feel comfortable, confident, and connected to your dentist.

At Elmhurst Family Dental, Dr. Pahopos makes you feel this way. He has an outstanding background in dentistry and dental medicine; moreover, he is affiliated with the top programs in the industry like the American Dental Association, Illinois State Dental Society, and several more. Dr. Pahopos and his staff become part of your family and leave you with the comfort, confidence, and connection you can trust.

Elmhurst Family Dental provides all types of dental services including Cosmetic Dentistry, Preventative Dentistry, and Restorative Treatment.

Specifically, this can range from teeth whitening, digital x-ray, and general cleanings to patient education, dentures, treatment for gum disease, and many others.

Be part of the family at Elmhurst Family Dental! They are located right off of the York Road exit at I-290, the office is easy to get to and there is plenty of parking. Schedule an appointment and see why so many have trusted and stayed with Elmhurst Family Dental. Call 630-933-0780 and they will gladly assist you.

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Wisdom Eldercare

Offering home healthcare, other services to seniors since 1985 With Betty Read at the helm, Wisdom Eldercare has been offering in-home healthcare for seniors plus a full range of elder care services since 1985. The business is located at 323 N. York St. in Elmhurst.

Read served as the Elmhurst Coordinator for Senior Services at City Hall for four years and during that time, she helped establish the Elmhurst Senior Citizens Commission and Ellen Read CEO served as its president for three years. Betty was also Senior Case Coordinator for DuPage County Senior Services for three years.

Now, her daughter Ellen Read serves as CEO, in fact, all six of Betty’s children have worked in the business.

Asked who influenced her career, Betty said the work of Mother Teresa has been her inspiration.

“Her quote was, ‘I cannot do great things but I can do many small things with great love,’” she said.

And what advice would she give to someone starting out in business?

“Plan the right product at the right time at the right price,” Betty said. “Believe in yourself. Have crystal clear goals but be flexible about how to achieve the goals.”

When she’s not managing the business, Betty enjoys reading and gardening.

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Creating customer empathy If you own, run or work for any of the approximately 23 million smallto mid-sized businesses in America, chances are, you want more sales.

So, how do you make it happen? By showing customers you care. In this world of impersonal interactions and instant communication, there’s enormous value and differentiation in creating empathy for the customer’s situation.

By Diane Emo Sales training often piles on facts, CONTRIBUTOR figures and details that can turn a salesperson’s brain into a mish-mash of disconnected information with no context. So, keep it simple.

Train salespeople to be empathetic, consultative professionals by building on the things they already know. They know how they expect to be treated as customers – because we are all customers, right?

They know how they feel when people treat them unfairly or push them into a decision. They know when someone is really listening to them, not pretending. So, start with a customer context as a way to build your story.

Here is a three-step path toward building customer empathy in your sales teams.

1. Listen for emotion to find customer pain points: An interesting thing happens when salespeople ask questions – customers talk. What’s going on here?

How long has that been going on? What have you tried so far to fix it? Here’s the secret – listen for emotion in their words – disappointed, frustrated, angry, tried repeatedly, no response. Then, repeat the customer’s exact words to confirm their pain point. “It sounds like you’re pretty frustrated...” Pain points are the issues or problems that are significant enough for the customer to make a change – and buy from you instead.

2. Teach a simple consulting model for valuebased conversations focused on the customer’s pain points. I write three columns on the whiteboard labeled “What I heard (pain point),” “What we will do (solution),” and “That will help you (value).” Then, I ask the rep to give me one of her customer’s pain points.

For example, “What I heard is that the odor in your restroom continues to be a problem, even though you’ve asked your service to fix it. What we will do is use a disinfectant that kills the germs causing the odor. That will help you have a restroom that consistently smells good for your customers and employees.”

3. Feel, felt, found is still a good formula for moving people from objections to closed deals.

When a customer states an objection, try this.

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Say something like, “I understand how you feel.” This lets customers know you heard them express their feelings, can relate, and understand why they feel the way they do. The customer feels validated instead of ignored.

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With a response such as, “Other people I’ve talked Companies with a feel for empathy can be better able to to have felt the same way,” you tell the customer the encourage customers. issue is not uncommon. He or she is not alone. It can be resolved. This also sets the rep up to position a way to find a simple closing statement that works for them. My positively address the issue and move on. favorite – “OK, let’s get the paperwork signed so we can get started right away.”

Found If your sales team keeps these tips in mind and your “They found the situation improved right away customers in their hearts, then you may find more sales after making the decision to ____.” Convey the idea on your books. that people get positive results and improvement after Diane Emo is Vice President of Marketing for choosing your product or service.

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THREE TIPS FOR

evaluating what your business is worth

Financial and business education is a critical pathway for the future of America’s small business community.

To start with, business owners should ask themselves – “What is the true value of my business?” It’s an important question because the value of your business will have a big impact on both the professional and personal aspects of your life, including the well-being of your family, employees and possibly even the community in which your business is located.

The 2015 Business Owner Perspectives study commissioned by Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company revealed about half of business owners say they’ve had their businesses valued in the past three years, yet one out of three says they’ve done the valuations themselves. When business owners value the business themselves, they can significantly over or under value their business.

Knowing your business’ true value gives you a more realistic perspective and allows you to put effective strategies into place for future growth, business continuation, succession planning, and retirement planning.

Here are three tips for evaluating what your business is worth.

TIME TO KNOW THE VALUE OF YOUR BUSINESS

Because of constant change in the economic, competitive and regulatory landscape in which so many businesses exist today, it’s a good idea to review the value of your business on a regular basis.

Doing this will allow you to have a firm grasp on the business’s current value and track its growth over an extended period of time.

With this knowledge, you could consider adjusting your business plans to focus more on the drivers of value, or simply be in a better position to take advantage of opportunities.

In addition to measuring business health and preparing it for sale at some immediate or future date, there are other considerations in knowing what your business is worth, including funding a buy-sell agreement, retirement income planning and estate tax planning.

Talk to a qualified financial professional about where your business is now and where you’d like it to be in the future, and to find financial solutions that can help you reach your goals.

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TURN TO A CREDENTIALED VALUATION EXPERT

A proper business valuation is not a “rule of thumb” or a figure agreed to with a handshake; it’s thoughtfully crafted by a credentialed appraiser after thorough research and is documented in writing.

Credentials to look for include – Certified Valuation Analyst, Accredited Senior Appraiser or Accredited in Business Valuation.

FUND ANY POTENTIAL “VALUE GAPS”

Once you know the value of your business, it’s common for there to be a discrepancy between what you thought the business was worth and what you need the business to be worth. The good news is proper planning can help reduce potential “value gaps” created by an owner’s overor under-estimation of the business’s value.

For example, having assets outside the business, such as qualified plans and other investments, can help reduce the value gap in your retirement plan.

In addition, insurance products, such as life insurance and disability income insurance, can help address the value gap created if a business goes into forced liquidation following the death or disability of an owner.

(BPT)

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Safari Land is family owned and operated and will be celebrating its 17th year in business this Fall. With 62,000 square feet of indoor rides and amusements, family entertainment becomes the ultimate adventure.

There is something for all ages whether it’s THE largest indoor roller coaster in Illinois, the Lion’s Den soft play area and Merry-go-Round, Max Flight 3D Simulator, or the Speedway Go Karts for the kids.

There is no charge for admission. We offer the option of the daily wristband special for the attractions or an adventure card that can be used for the attractions or the video games. You decide the amount you would like to play and pay as you go.

Safari Land is also the perfect birthday party destination with plenty of private party rooms for your celebration before rides and games. Please contact our Group Specialist at (630) 530-4649 to make arrangements.

It’s also the perfect field trip for day camps and park districts since weather is not a problem. So, don’t forget to include us for your school field trips. Add a game of bowling for a little friendly competition along with the rides and some games of skill. At Safari Land students learn about teamwork, patience, and how to be respectful of their classmates.

Safari Land is located in Villa Park at 701 West North Avenue, just west of Addison Road. Hours: Monday-Thursday 12pm (Noon)-10pm, Friday and Saturday 11am-12am (Midnight), Sunday 11am-10pm.

The perfect INDOOR setting for Birthday Parties, Day Camps, Field Trips, and Family Outings.

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In addition, we have the Atlantis Restaurant offering a wide variety of fare as well as a full bar.

Angelo’s Ristorante and Banquets Best Italian lunch buffet in the Chicagoland area!

Catering available.

Full service cocktail bar.

Banquet hall accommodates up to 200 people.

Book Your Communion, Wedding, Showers, Birthday Parties and Office Luncheons now

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Angelo’s Ristorante and Banquets has been established in Elmhurst for over 20 years. It is family owned and operated and has become, over the years, the leader in the area in providing superb catering and banquet hall facility needs.

Angelo’s has served Elmhurst and it’s surrounding suburbs with their much loved homemade, Sicilian family recipes for over four decades.

The newest addition to the family, Rosalia’s Deli, opened in January 2011, has quickly become an area favorite, establishing themselves in catering a lighter fare, providing delectable sub sandwiches, paninis and a variety of salads, etc. to local businesses, office luncheons and community events.

Our motto is commitment & pride.

Committed to our customers satisfaction; Pride because we care about what we do.

Family Owned & Operated DELI HOURS: MON-FRI 10:00AM - 8:00 PM • SAT 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM • CLOSED SUNDAYS

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241 N. York Rd, Elmhurst IL 60126

Ph: 630-516-DELI (3354) Call in Your Lunch Order Ahead!

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• Gelato • Fresh Pastries • Wood Oven Pizza 12” or 16” • Homemade Sauces • Homemade Italian Sausage (Mild or Hot) • Gluten Free Pastas • Submarine Sandwiches • Award Winning Paninis Dining Available on our Balcony!

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Fine Italian Cuisine in an elegant and comfortable dining atmosphere Family-Owned and Operated (630) 833-2400 • 247 N. YORK • ELMHURST

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The Steuerle Funeral Home proudly celebrates its 64th anniversary Since 1952 Steuerle Funeral Home has been independently owned and operated, serving the families of Villa Park and the surrounding communities. In 1952, Mr. Louis Steuerle built the first funeral home as a one chapel establishment on the property that serves as the current location on Ardmore Avenue in Villa Park, Illinois. Later Mr. Archie R. Price purchased the funeral home in 1969 and operated it with his wife Mrs. Lucille Price until he retired after twenty-seven years of ownership.

Celebrating 64 Years Of Service

FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES

Assisting families with Veteran Burial and Death Benefits

Presently, the funeral home is owned and operated by Mr. and Mrs. Henry A. “Hank” Ebeling III who purchased it from Mr. Price in 1996.

Since 1952 it’s been our mission to provide families with the highest quality of service and professionalism. We understand that no two people are the same in life; therefore, every funeral should be personally designed to celebrate the uniqueness of one’s life through meaningful memorialization.

The Ebeling family and staff remain committed to providing the highest level of compassion and attention to detail. Our services include traditional funerals to cremation and memorial services.

We assist in providing veteran’s burial benefits as well as national cemetery arrangements.

Straight Honest Personalized Service To Fit Your Needs No packages, because no two people are the same in life.

For your convenience, our staff is available 24 hours a day 365 days a year. Should you have questions or concerns please feel free to contact us at (630) 832-4161.

350 S. Ardmore Ave. Villa Park, IL 60181 630-832-4161 Proud To Be Independent And Family Owned Since 1952 www.Steuerlefh.com

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1028 S. York Rd., Elmhurst, IL 60126

Ebel’s Ace Hardware began in 1984 as a family owned and operated business. Today the ‘Proudly Local’ stores are run by Keith and Ken Ebel, the second and third generations. At Ebel’s Ace, we are invested in our community and aim to be a positive influence for all its residents. We are proud ongoing sponsors of Lurie Children’s Hospital and continue to find new ways to support a variety of local charities and groups in the community. We are continuing our ‘Grilling for Good’ program in 2016, where we sponsor a local charity in a hotdog sale at our store. As the helpful hardware folks in your community, we promise that, “Helping you is the most important thing we have to do today.”

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ATOMIC TRANSMISSIONS “Quality Work at a Fair Price” FREE DIAGNOSIS • FREE TOWING • AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL • FOREIGN & DOMESTIC • SUV’s - 4X4’s • ALL AUTOS & LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS • MANUAL TRANS & CLUTCH WORK • TRANSMISSIONS OF ALL KINDS • CLUTCHES • DRIVE TRAINS FOR CARS, TRUCKS & HEAVY EQUIPMENT

When it comes to your car, truck, or heavy equipment, no other shop can fulfill all of your driveline needs like Atomic Transmissions, located at 100 E. North Ave., Villa Park, IL!

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(Behind Xmotorsport) From Chicago: Take 290 west to North Ave. Take North Ave west to 1/2 mile past 83.

From Naperville: Take 355 north to North Ave. Take North Ave east 3 miles.

Atomic Transmissions is about 100 yards off North Ave on the north side.

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Atomic Transmissions, a local business since 1947, can attribute its success not only to the community, but also to the hard work of the owner, Frank Gentile, and his associates. Frank, always having a great interest in cars and business, started his career working on cars at a young age at his childhood home in Villa Park. As the years passed, Frank Gentile worked his way from a mechanic to general manager of Atomic Transmissions when he was presented an amazing opportunity: the purchase of Atomic Transmissions. From there, Frank and the Atomic Transmission team oversaw the growth from a shop with four bays to the twenty-nine bays that are seen today. When Frank was asked to provide advice to future entrepreneurs, his response was simple and true to his actions, “Treat others the way that you want to be treated.”

Atomic Transmissions has also stayed very involved in the community, supporting activities and organizations such as local sports teams, the Villa Park Chamber of Commerce, and the Village of Villa Park.

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Locally and Family Owned Since 2006 Kuppie’s Bakery is a small family owned bakery in Villa Park. The owner, Dawn, started baking in her mother’s kitchen. “Kuppie” is a nickname for her mother, Claudia Jean. She learned her commercial baking skills from her only other mentor Charles Raymond of Raimondi’s Bakery formerly of Hillside, IL. In addition to being like another dad, Charlie taught her much of what she knows. Pedro is the other half of Kuppie’s. He shares 18 years of excellent baking experience with Kuppie’s. Kuppie’s currently has an all family staff. Many of their truly wonderful customers are just like “family.” It’s a fun, happy, friendly place where the sweets are sweet and friendships are born. Stop in, they would love to meet you. Look for Kuppie’s to try some new and different delights in the fall.

Order Your Customized Cake Today Kuppie’s Bakery is the place to go for delicious, homemade desserts for every occasion and any holiday. Stop in to try some of our freshly baked goods!

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Visualizing success Six ways to set yourself apart in business

More than half a million new businesses emerge onto the scene over the course of each month, according to Forbes Entrepreneurs. But even more businesses shut down than start up. Whether you’re a new business owner or an employee looking to take your career to the next level, it’s definitely a competitive environment. How can you differentiate yourself from the millions of others?

“Developing a purpose and setting goals to accomplish that purpose is the key to success,” says Per Wickstrom, founder of Best Drug Rehabilitation and successful business leader. “As an individual, you have a unique and fresh perspective, so it’s important to let that shine through.”

Wickstrom offers his proven tips for setting yourself apart from the rest to reach your business and career goals.

Give back to the community Never underestimate the power of giving back to your surrounding community. The local community is what helps your business grow, and giving back is immensely rewarding and valuable. From volunteer days to donation drives, there are hundreds of ways for you and your business to give back to the community.

Tell your unique story All successful people have role models and mentors from which they draw inspiration and knowledge, but it’s important to continue to develop your own individual style and viewpoint. How did you get where you are today? Don’t be afraid to be your dynamic and complex self.

Continue to learn Commit to learning something new each and every day. To be innovating and create new products and services, you need to stay on top of the trends and news in your industry. Keep an open mind and always be ready to absorb as much information as you can. Being flexible and adaptable are some of the most valuable assets.

Learn from your mistakes Of course you’ll never make it to the top without learning from your many mistakes along the way. There are very few “overnight successes” in the world, and it’s likely you’ll spend years working toward your greatest accomplishments. When you experience a setback, don’t let it overwhelm your rational thinking. Instead, let it fuel your motivation on the road to achieving your goals.

Keep productivity top of mind When collaborating with others, meetings can be both incredibly productive or a complete waste of time. Keep your meetings and brainstorm sessions compelling and energetic without letting them run too long. Put away your smartphone and other devices to focus on the task at hand.

Focus on your passion Successful entrepreneurs and business leaders are not successful because they let money drive them. Instead, they focus on their passion and spend time working on a vision that pulls them forward. While this involves a bit of risk, every successful person must take that leap in order to develop their goals and dreams. When you visualize your success, it means you believe what you want is more than possible.

(BPT)

For anyone seeking validation that rehabilitation works, Per Wickstrom’s success is more than enough evidence. For more information and influential tips on success, visit perwickstom.com.

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McKenna Dental 501 S. York Road, Suite B Elmhurst, IL 60126

McKenna Dental Dr. Thomas E. McKenna 501 S York Rd Elmhurst

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Dr. Tom McKenna’s new state of the art dental practice is now conveniently located on York Street right across from the Prairie Path.

Born, raised and living in Elmhurst, Dr. McKenna is a complete family dentist for ages 3 to 103. Our practice philosophy is giving our patients the best care possible, especially if an experience you have had in the past is preventing you from getting treatment today. Cleanings, fillings, bleaching, crowns, dentures, root canals, extractions, implants, invisalign braces, veneers and complete cosmetic make overs...we do it all! Our staff and new digital office is second to none, and we guarantee an experience like no other. And if that isn’t enough...Nitrous Oxide (laughing gas) will make your appointment thoroughly enjoyable!

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Part-time job in high school leads to career in fine jewelry Dowling Jewelry Design, Ltd., located at 1600 16th Street in Oak Brook, is in the business of making and repairing fine jewelry, a service they have offered since 2004.

“I started as a janitor in a high school in 1981, then I worked for three years at this familyowned jewelry store in Addison,” said Hugh Dowling, owner of Dowling Jewelry. “The jewelers taught me little repair and polishing.”

Asked who first influenced his career, he is quick to answer Stan Razny Sr. of Razny Jewelers.

“I worked for Razny Jewelers during high school years,” he said. “I had many jewelers, diamond settlers and goldsmiths who helped shape and develop my talents in manufacturing fine jewelry, too many to list. Each contributed something different to my career.”

After three years, he went away to St. Ambrose University for two years, after which he attended Gem City College in Quincy. That led him to a career in a trade shop doing work for other jewelry stores.

“After 19 years of working in the trade shop in 2004,” [he] said, “I opened Dowling Jewelry Design, Ltd. Hugh and his wife Julie have been married for 17 years and when not making jewelry, they enjoy sailing and traveling.

Asked what advice he might have for someone starting out in the jewelry business, he said, “Listen to all the Jewelers, Goldsmiths and Diamond Setters who will take the time to teach you.”

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The Independent / April 21, 2016 - Page 17B

Five tax tips for small business owners (BPT) — Starting a business can be intimidating, but with a solid business plan and guidance from the small business community of experts, it can also be incredibly rewarding. Whether you own a local restaurant or an online Etsy shop, one of the biggest things to get used to as a new small business owner is filing taxes for the first time. If you’re filing a business return, hiring an experienced professional tax preparer can help you avoid making common mistakes that can impact the success of your small business.

To get the most from your deductions, here are five tips for small business owners to keep in mind this tax season: 1. What tax deductions can I claim?

Even if the expenses were incurred during the previous calendar year, the IRS allows businesses to deduct up to $5,000 worth of certain start-up expenses in the year the business began (subject to limitations). In addition to these costs, corporations and partnerships are allowed to deduct up to $5,000 of their organizational costs in their first year of operation.

2. Is my car mileage deductible? If you use your home as a place of business and consider it your principal place of business, car owners are typically allowed to deduct mileage costs from

their home to business-related stops.

3. Can I deduct business travel expenses? When you are traveling away from your usual business location, you may be able to deduct ordinary and necessary expenses related to your work.

These expenses include transportation costs, lodging, dry cleaning or laundry, tips, baggage charges and business equipment usage expenses such as fax machines or phones. Meals can be deducted if the trip is overnight but there is a 50 percent limitation on these deductions.

4. Are personal care and clothing expenses deductible? No, the IRS has a very strict rule against personal clothing being deducted even if they are bought for business use and only worn at work.

5. How does the Affordable Care Act (ACA) affect my taxes and deductions?

The Small Business Health Options Program (SHOP) Marketplace allows for small business to purchase health insurance for their employees. If you pay at least half of your employee’s premiums and have less than 25 full-time and equivalent employees with an average annual wage of less than $50,000 ($51,600 for 2016), you may be eligible for the small business health care tax credit. See the calculator at healthcare. gov.

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Why the name Halfway House? Because a ‘halfway house’ on a golf course is the snack shack, usually situated between Hole 9 and Hole 10 on an 18-hole course. There couldn’t be a more perfect name since Halfway House is connected to HB Jones restaurant. HB Jones’ full menu and bar items can be served directly to each golf bay. At Halfway House, golfers get it all - a chance to play golf on amazing, championship courses while snacking on great food and enjoying their favorite beverages!

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Home Improvement Exhibitors and Attendees Assemble for The DuPage County Home Remodeling Expo 2016 Author: Tina Kotz With spring being the ideal time to generate ideas and discuss possibilities, area homeowners seeking updates to their living spaces may be interested in knowing “The DuPage County Home Remodeling Expo” is soon to hit the Odeum Expo Center. On the weekend of April 23rd nearly one-hundred contactors will gather to offer consumers the opportunity to comparison shop home improvementrelated products and services. Attendees can expect current interior and exterior solutions as well as a selection of cash-and-carry home goods.

The Odeum provides visitors the convenience of free parking and a food concession stand. Admission is free. Doors open at 10 a.m. with the show closing at 5 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday.

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The Burr Ridge- based host of the event emphasizes the importance of the home show to the consumer, stating nothing is comparable to the substantial discounts offered at an industry event. What’s more, while there are some national companies involved, most are qualified area contractors, giving the attendee access to active local specialists and the valuable experience of face-to-face time.

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Your next tech-tastrophy could take many forms. Maybe it’s the quick flash out of your monitor screen, the smoke coming from your printer or that mysterious clunking sound your favorite device keeps making – just because you accidently dropped it one or five times.

If you’re a small business professional trying to manage the budget, the last thing you have lying around is extra money to replace what you already have. But breathe easily, because these terrible tech tragedies can be prevented. To help you keep your tech safe, Staples Tech Services has teamed up with tech and small business expert Ramon Ray for five tips you’ll want to upload into your daily lifestyle immediately.

Keep software updated

Software problems can render your devices unusable more quickly than hardware damage. To protect against malware and security breaches, your software should be updated regularly.

This includes the definition updates for your antivirus software as well as your operating system, which has built-in protections against malware. Businesses with multiple pieces of equipment should make sure they update automatically rather than requiring administrators to manually update each device.

Line up emergency tech support You rely on your equipment to be functional. So when it’s not, you need an affordable tech support service. For small businesses in particular, tech issues can impact productivity and the bottom line. Staples’ new Next Day Guarantee means that PCs brought in before noon are serviced by 5 p.m. the next day. Staples’ tech team will also handle problems like malware removal and PC tune-ups and select Staples stores will handle mobile

repairs, including broken screens, poor batteries, and home buttons.

Educate your staff

Some of the biggest dangers faced by your organization relate to the behaviors of your employees. Poor passwordmanagement policies can lead to outsiders guessing your system passwords and finding a way into your databases.

Employees can also let in malicious traffic by clicking on links in emails or on social media sites.

Keep it clean

Don’t discount the importance of keeping your PCs and servers clean.

Over the course of multiple months, dust can build up inside desktop units and servers, and over time, that dust can cause components to work inefficiently. With a can of compressed air, cotton swabs and a cleaning cloth, you can keep the internal workings of your computer clean for as long as it’s in use.

Pay extra for quality

If you’re operating on a budget, as every business is, it can be tempting to opt for less expensive equipment, especially if you’re buying multiple items at once.

However, less expensive devices can fail more quickly than some of the more expensive options. You’ll be better off for the long term when you invest in highquality equipment that will remain reliable for many years.

Your business depends on its technology every single day, so support your bottom line by employing the tips above to keep your tech running as long as possible.

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Comfortable with taking risks Being your own boss also means you’re the one making tough decisions. Entrepreneurship involves uncertainty. Do you avoid uncertainty in life at all costs? If yes, then entrepreneurship may not be the best fit for you. Do you enjoy the thrill of taking calculated risks? Then read on.

Independent Entrepreneurs have to make a lot of decisions on their own.

If you find you can trust your instincts – and you’re not afraid of rejection every now and then – you could be on your way to being an entrepreneur.

Persuasive You may have the greatest idea in the world, but if you cannot persuade customers, employees and potential lenders or partners, you may find entrepreneurship to be challenging. If you enjoy public speaking, engage new people with ease and find you make compelling arguments grounded in facts, it’s likely you’re poised to make your idea succeed.

Able to negotiate As a small business owner, you will need to negotiate everything from leases to contract terms to rates. Polished negotiation skills will help you save money and keep your business running smoothly.

Creative Are you able to think of new ideas? Can you imagine new ways to solve problems? Entrepreneurs must be able to think creatively.

If you have insights on how to take advantage of new opportunities, entrepreneurship may be a good fit.

Supported by others Before you start a business, it’s important to have a strong support system in place. You’ll be forced to make many important decisions, especially in the first months of opening your business.

If you do not have a support network of people to help you, consider finding a business mentor. A business mentor is someone who is experienced, successful and willing to provide advice and guidance. Read the Steps to Finding a Mentor article for help on finding and working with a mentor.

Still think you have what it takes to be an entrepreneur and start a new business? Great! Now ask yourself these 20 questions to help ensure you’ve thought about the right financial and business details: 1. Why am I starting a business?

2. What kind of business do I want?

3. Who is my ideal customer?

4. What products or services will my business provide?

5. Am I prepared to spend the time and money needed to get my business started?

6. What differentiates my business idea and the products or services I will provide from others in the market?

7. Where will my business be located?

8. How many employees will I need?

9. What types of suppliers do I need?

10. How much money do I need to get started?

11. Will I need to get a loan?

12. How soon will it take before my products or services are available?

13. How long do I have until I start making a profit?

14. Who is my competition?

15. How will I price my product compared to my competition?

16. How will I set up the legal structure of my business?

17. What taxes do I need to pay?

18. What kind of insurance do I need?

19. How will I manage my business?

20. How will I advertise my business?

Source: www.sba.gov.