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Bensenville Police Officer Jack Barba (second from right) was recognized as Edward-Elmhurst Health’s Law Enforcement Officer of the Year in a ceremony on Sept. 21 at Elmhurst Hospital. With Barba (from left) are Deputy Chief Brian Dooley, Bensenville Police Dept. (BPD); Deputy Chief Kim Urbanek, Manager, Public Safety, Elmhurst Hospital; Pamela Dunley, President & CEO, Elmhurst Hospital and Sgt. Eric Zadrow, BPD.

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Tickets expected to go quickly for Lantern-Lit Walks Oct. 27 and 28 Tickets for the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County’s hugely popular “Halloween Night Walks” go on sale Saturday, Oct. 7, at 9 a.m. at Fullersburg Woods Nature Education Center, 3609 Spring Road in Oak Brook.

During the 75-minute family-friendly walks, which take place at Fullersburg Woods on Oct. 27 and 28 from 6 to 9 p.m., costumed guides will lead guests through the lantern-lit woods to six stage sets and more than 25 costumed performers.

This year’s surprise theme will feature classic “Halloween Night Walk” characters as well as some new ones.

The walks are for ages 2 and up, but adults must accompany children under 18.

Tickets are $12 each with a 10-ticket maximum per person and must be purchased at the Fullersburg Woods Nature Education Center with cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express. For more information, call Fullersburg Woods at 630-850-8110.

Spay Illinois hosts lowcost pet vaccine clinics Available 3rd Wednesday of the month at Tail Gate for Dogs On Wednesday, Oct. 18, and on every third Wednesday of each month to follow, Spay Illinois offers affordable vaccines and wellness care at TailGate for Dogs, located at 830 N Addison Avenue in Elmhurst. Between the hours of 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., cat and dogs owners are welcome to walk-in and receive care, without an appointment. Plus, never worry about paying added exam fees.

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To spread the word among veterans, Dan Gibbons and his crew came out to the Welcome Home DuPage Veterans event held at Villa Park VFW Post #2801 on Saturday, Sept. 23. Their table has information about the new Cafe Liberty, a culinary arts program specifically designed for veterans to learn new skills that can help them find employment. Pictured are (from left) Nick Cuzzone, York Township Commissioner Tony Cuzzone, Cafe Liberty administrator Kathy Arneson, Dan Gibbons and Mike Martin.

Health Department to use grant to combat opioid crisis The DuPage County Health Department will receive $1.5 million dollars in federal funds over the next four years to provide training and medication for emergency treatment of opioid overdose.

“Clearly the opioid crisis is beyond the scope of local assets, so we are thrilled with this infusion of resources,” said Karen Ayala, Health Department Executive Director.

The First Responders-Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) Grant, to provide training and medication for emergency treatment of opioid overdose, is authorized by the CARA Act of 2016 to fight the opioid epidemic through prevention, treatment, recovery, overdose reversal, and other efforts.

There have been 105 lives saved in 2017 through the use of Narcan, which reverses the effects of opioids.

The DNP has saved 344 lives since the program was initiated in 2013, under the leadership of DuPage County Coroner, Dr. Richard Jorgensen and the DuPage County Chiefs of Police Association.

Dan Cronin, DuPage County Board Chairman said, “I would like to congratulate the Health Department for securing this grant to continue DuPage County’s fight against opioid abuse and heroin addiction. The DNP has trained law enforcement officials across our County and other counties across our region, saving countless lives. This grant will enable us to continue our efforts to decrease the

number of heroin- and opioid-related deaths. We would also like to thank our Congressional delegation for their support in acquiring this grant.”

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has awarded an additional $144.1 million in grants to

prevent and treat opioid addiction in support of President Trump’s commitment to combat the opioid crisis.

The CARA grant is administered by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).

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

Sept. 27, 11:41 a.m. in the 300 block of E. Green St., a complainant suspects that an employee is stealing from the business. This case is under investigation. BV17010546 Sept. 25, 7:25 a.m. in the 400 block of Thomas Drive, an employee reported that an unknown suspect stole cash from a business. This case is under investigation. BV17010453 Sept. 24, 12:02 a.m. in the 600 block of John Street, Erika Godinez, 23, of Des Plaines, was issued a village ordinance citation for possession of cannabis. BV17010399 Sept. 24, 12:44 a.m. in the 600 block of Redmond Court, Allison Garcia, 21, of Bensenville, was issued a village ordinance citation for disorderly conduct. BV17010404 Sept. 24, 12:29 p.m. in the 200

block of W. Green St., a fight between two customers took place in the business and there were damages sustained to the property. This case is under investigation. BV17010423 Sept. 23, 11:09 p.m. in the 1100 block of S. York Road, a store manager reported an unknown suspect took merchandise from the store without paying. This case is under investigation. BV17010394 Sept. 22, 2:26 p.m. in the 300 block of W. Green St., an employee reported an unknown suspect used his credit card without authorization.

This case is under investigation.

BV17010330 Sept. 21, 12:50 p.m. in the 1100 block of S. York Road, an employee reported an unknown suspect attempted to make a purchase using a fraudulent credit card. This case is under investigation. BV17010276 Sept. 21, 1:05 p.m. in the 400 block of W. Irving Park Road, a complainant reported he forgot his phone at a table and when he returned it was no longer there. This case is under investigation. BV17010277

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Police Reports 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 Sept. 25 A 27-year-old Addison man was charged with domestic battery in the 100 block of S. Lincoln at around 5:25 p.m. Police said the suspect punched and choked a victim.

Sept. 24 Ryan O. Kindle, 33, of Arlington Heights, was charged with retail theft at a store in the 1000 block of N. Rohlwing Road at around 9:58 p.m.

Police said Kindle under-rang merchandise for sale by the store.

Sept. 22 • Police said officers responded to a call to assist the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office to transport Jennifer N. Lampley, 25, of Rockford, from an address in Oak Brook to the Addison Police Department to be processed on an original warrant out of the DuPage County Sheriff’s Department for communicating with a witness, and harassment of a witness at around 12:08 p.m.

• Police said Jocelyn Ortiz, 35, of Bolingbrook, was stopped for using an electronic device while operating a vehicle, and was found to have a failure to appear warrant out of the Will County Sheriff’s Department

for failure to appear DUI at around 8:40 p.m. Ortiz also was charged with illegal use of an electronic device while operating a vehicle.

Aug. 27 Police said Nicholas J. Orlando, 26, of Newark, had a failure to appear warrant out of the Kane County Sheriff’s Department for driving while license suspended.

Villa Park Sept. 22-Sept. 23 Theft was reported in the 300 block of E. Kenilworth. Police said that between 9 p.m. Sept. 22 and 1 a.m. Sept. 23, an unknown suspect stole a Samsung Galaxy S8Plus from the bar table where the complainant was sitting.

Sept. 22 • Jeremy J. Wilson, 35, of Villa Park, was charged with six counts of theft in the 600 block of W. North Ave. between 10:15 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Sept. 4. The original complainant and arrest warrant were issued on Sept. 22.

• Armed robbery was reported at a convenience store at around 3:09 a.m. Police said an unknown suspect entered the store, pointed an unknown object at the clerk and ordered the clerk to give him the cash from the register. The suspect also reportedly stole two packs of cigarettes.

Sept. 21 • Burglary was reported in the 100 block of W. Roosevelt. Police said that an unknown suspect entered a

vehicle parked in a lot between 5:25 and 10:30 p.m. and stole several miscellaneous items from the center console.

• Criminal damage was reported in the 200 block of E. North at around 7:02 p.m. Police said an unknown suspect scratched the hood and the passenger side door of a vehicle parked in the lot.

• Two male juveniles from Villa Park were charged with retail theft at a store at around 6:27 p.m.

Sept. 19 Disorderly conduct was reported at a convenience store at around 5:13 p.m. Police said an unknown male suspect was upset and argued with the store clerk. Prior to leaving the

property, the suspect allegedly threw a drink at the clerk and knocked over the cash register.

Sept. 18 • Dalvine R. Crosby, 23, of Villa Park, was charged with fleeing and attempting to elude a police officer near Princeton and Vermont between 11:35 and 11:41 a.m.

• Anthony Essary, 21, of Lombard, was issued a citation for possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of cannabis near St. Charles and Yale at around 11:59 p.m.

Sept. 17 • Robert W. Dunham, 45, of Christiansted, Va., was charged with DUI, aggravated driving while license revoked and unlawful use of intoxicat-

Woman found guilty of murdering five-year-old son and seven-year-old girl DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert B. Berlin announced last week that Judge Robert Miller has found Elzbieta Plackowska, 45, formerly of Bailey Road, Naperville, guilty of stabbing to death her son, seven-year-old Justin and a fiveyear-old girl she was babysitting,

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• Joshua Wasserman, 22, of Milwaukee, was issued a citation for unlawful possession of cannabis near St. Charles and Monterey at around 1:25 a.m.

• Burglary was reported at a church at around 1:30 a.m. Police said that an unknown male suspect entered the church and was able to gain access to a safe. The suspect reportedly stole approximately $2,000 in cash from the safe.

Sept. 2 A 32-year-old Wood Dale man was charged with two counts of domestic battery at a store between 9:45 and 10 p.m.

vated Cruelty for stabbing to death two family dogs. She faces a mandatory sentence of natural life in prison without the possibility of parole.

On Oct. 30, 2012, at approximately 11 p.m., Naperville police officers were dispatched in response to a report of a woman who had just been robbed.

Upon their arrival, officers found Plackowska at the residence covered in blood. At approximately this same time, Naperville police officers responded to a call from Marta Dworakowski requesting help in locating her daughter Olivia, whom Plackowska was babysitting.

Upon arriving at the Dworakowski residence, officers gained entrance and discovered the deceased bodies of Justin Plackowska and Olivia Dworakowski and the two family dogs.

An investigation into the murders revealed that at some point in time that evening, Plackowska told the children to get ready for bed. Instead of getting ready for bed however, the children began jumping on the bed in the master bedroom.

After arming herself with a kitchen knife, Plackowska went to the master bedroom and began stabbing her son repeatedly about his entire body. She then stabbed Olivia repeatedly throughout her body as well and killed the two family dogs.

Plackowska then drove to a family friend’s home. On Nov. 1, 2012, Plackowska appeared in Bond Court where she was ordered to be held without bond.

She has remained in the DuPage County Jail since that time. “This afternoon, following two and a half weeks of evidence and testimony, Judge Miller correctly found that Elzbieta Plackowska fully understood her criminal conduct at the time she brutally murdered Justin and Olivia,” Berlin said.

“They were two beautiful children with their whole lives ahead of them and I continue to offer my sincerest condolences to their surviving family members.”

Plackowska’s next court appearance is scheduled for November 21, 2017, for return of the pre-sentence report.

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For the seventh year in a row, DuPage County Board Chairman Dan Cronin presented a budget that does not increase the County’s portion of the property tax levy.

“The state finally has a budget, but on the way to crafting it, the legislature kept $2.7 million in funding that is generally given to counties,” he said. “That has had a significant impact on our ability to balance our budget.”

Cronin’s proposed budget keeps the County’s property tax levy frozen at $66.9 million for the seventh year in a row under his administration. The proposed budget has a full-time headcount of 2,206, which is down from 2,270 in FY2011. The proposed FY2018 spending plan is $439.6 million, with expenditures out of the General Revenue Fund at $176.9 million, down slightly from the previous year.

“This is where the $2.7 million kept by the state hits the hardest,” he said “The General Revenue Fund is where we get the money to fund our most vital services including public safety, our subsidy for the DuPage Care Center and other critical components of our County government.

“For the last seven years, we’ve worked diligently to reduce expenses and decrease the budget to meet our service obligations without asking the taxpayers for a penny more. But it has been excruciatingly difficult, and there is a limit to how much we can cut without threatening our ability to fulfill our mission. We may be reaching a point where we simply can’t cut anymore.”

Reforms made through the DuPage ACT Initiative have led to more than $100 million in savings and the County boasts a 3.9 percent unemployment rate and AAA bond rating.

To view the full budget proposal, visit dupageco.org/finance.

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Ditka is the only person to have participated in both of the last two Chicago Bears’ championships, as a player in 1963 and as head coach in 1985. In his first year in the NFL, he caught 56 passes for the Chicago Bears and earned Rookie of the Year honors.

Twenty years later, he returned to the Bears as head coach, guiding the team to six NFC title games and a Super Bowl victory.

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We’ve known each other for more than 30 years and I’m still learning new things about him. This weekend it was all about scented candles.

Most of us enjoy the aroma of a nice scented candle. I do. I guess I didn’t realize he did. I never really thought about it. As chief procurement officer of my domicile, I typically choose the scent to which we subject our sniffers.

In an attempt to bring nature inside, I gravitate toward fresh, outdoorsy fragrances. Pine and eucalyptus are two of my favorites.

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Not everyone is a back-to-nature scentsation seeker. Some want their kitchen to smell like a kitchen –

one that bakes homemade cookies, pecan pie or maybe apple cobbler – of the wax variety. There isn’t a candle that smells like beef stew or split pea soup – at least not that I know of. But someone is probably inventing such a product right now.

Lots of people enjoy floral fragrances. It’s like having a flaming bouquet of roses or lilacs or gardenias right on your counter – except without any real flowers.

Then there are the dreamers. They prefer candles that create a mood and are labeled with names such as Paris café, crisp morning air or mahogany driftwood.

I have a friend who likes to go on tropical holidays courtesy of her candles. She picks flavors like tiki colada or coconut Malibu dream.

The scents transport her to a pristine beach on an island in the sun – all without paying any airfare. She is a smart friend.

There are candles for those who want to imbibe without the imbibement. Chocolate martini, cherry merlot and champagne fizz are a few of my favorites. You can even get a candle infused with the aroma of beer, although I’m not sure why. To each their own.

There are practically infinite

choices for candle scents. And, although I can tell you the favorites of most of my friends, I’m a bit embarrassed to admit I’d never explored preference from my husband’s perspective.

Until last weekend.

During an innocent errand to the store we ventured by the candle aisle. I suggested getting one.

“Which kind?” he asked.

In a moment of marital selflessness I said, “You pick.”

I figured he’d go with something like, forest floor, or juniper or maybe

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even the one called simply “wood,” because that’s the kind I would have chosen and the kind we’ve always burned in our kitchen.

He bypassed all of the above and surprised me.

“Peach,” he said, putting the peach-colored candle into the cart.

“Peach?” I asked.

“Yeah,” he said. “I like the smell of peaches.”

I couldn’t argue with his obvious and indisputable logic.

I didn’t even mention (out loud) that the peach candle was a complete mismatch for our kitchen décor. That made for two acts of marital altruism in one day – nearly a record for me.

We took the candle home and lit the wick. The room filled with a warm fruity scent. Fresh. Simple. Sweet. Peachy.

Maybe peach wasn’t my first choice, but it wasn’t all bad.

I kind of liked it. The same way I like learning new things about the guy who goes on errands with me to the store.

Besides, it could have been worse. He could have picked one that smelled like beer.

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Nybo, Breen, partner for drive to benefit overseas troops Beginning Oct. 3, State Senator Chris Nybo (R-Elmhurst) and State Representative Peter Breen (R-Lombard) will once again partner with the Ladies Auxiliary to the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the local Lilac Post 5815 for their third annual “Support Our Troops” collection drive.

Items collected throughout the months of October and November will be delivered to military personnel serving overseas near or before Christmas.

“Supporting our troops is as easy as buying some of the suggested items the next time you’re in the store, and bringing them to our legislative offices. Your thoughtfulness will mean so much to the men and women who are a long way from home, especially during the holiday season,” Nybo said. “Rep. Breen and I want the brave young men and women who serve in our military—now and in years past—to know how much we appreciate their leadership and their commitment to

freedom.”

The Nybo/Breen shared legislative office at 929 S. Main Street, Suite 105A in Lombard will serve as the drop-off location for items to be donated to U.S. troops. Donations will be accepted from Oct. 3 through Nov. 30 during normal business hours of 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

As they have done in the past, Nybo and Breen would also like to send care packages specifically to local soldiers from the area (IL Senate District 24 or IL House District 48). Friends and family with loved ones from the area who are currently serving in the military are encouraged to contact the Nybo/Breen office with their names and addresses.

Recommended items to be included in the care packages include: • Books, magazines, crossword and word search puzzles, coloring books, colored pencils, dominoes, checkers or chess games;

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• iTunes gift cards, headphones or ear buds, DVD movies or television shows, small video games, international calling cards; • Baby wipes, deodorant, Kleenex, lotion, toothpaste and toothbrushes, shampoo, soap, female hygiene items, shaving cream, razors; • Beef jerky, powdered drink mix, coffee, granola or protein bars, trail mix, dry snacks, mixed nuts; • Laundry detergent, fabric softener, dryer sheets, air fresheners; • Footballs, basketballs, soccer balls and frisbees.

Because the items will be mailed, the collection drive will not accept aerosol cans and containers, food items that could melt or spoil, and fragile items.

For more information about the collection drive, or to leave contact information for a specific member of the service, call Sen. Nybo’s office at (630) 969-0990 or Rep. Breen’s office at (630) 403-8135.

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‘Xfinity On Campus’ comes to Elmhurst College, three other schools On-campus residents can enjoy live TV, On Demand, recorded programs

Montini’s Boosters harness new Bronco Mascot

Identities to remain a mystery

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The Montini Bronco Mascot pays respect during the singing of the National Anthem at Montini’s Homecoming Pep Rally on Wednesday, Sept. 27. Tryouts for the position took place last week.

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Comcast announced on Thursday, Sept. 28 that Elmhurst College, the Illinois Institute of Technology, Lewis University and Loyola University are the latest Chicago-area schools to offer its Xfinity On Campus service to students. Xfinity on Campus lets students watch live TV, On Demand and recorded content on their IP-enabled devices, including laptops, tablets, smartphones and, new this year, Roku players.

The service is included with room and board for students living in on-campus housing.

“Xfinity On Campus is a true game-changer for students,” said John Crowley, Comcast’s Greater Chicago Region senior vice president. “We know that this young generation of viewers consumes content while on the go, at their convenience, and across multiple devices. Xfinity On Campus meets their needs, enabling them to watch TV when and where they want, on the device of their choice.”

The Montini Booster Club, under the direction of Dan Laughlin ‘86, recently launched a school-wide search for students wanting to showcase their talents and school spirit as Montini’s Bronco Mascot for the fall, winter and spring sports seasons.

The Boosters sponsored a scholarship with funds payable towards tuition in order to “rein in” new talent.

The position became vacant after the graduation of fouryear Bronco veteran, Matthew Ernat ‘16 of Lombard.

“The support from our students was quite enthusiastic,” said Mr. Laughlin. “We decided we needed to hold a tryout!”

In the end, two students stood out above the rest and will split Bronco mascot duties this school year.

While we asked the Bronco Mascots if they would like to reveal their identities, they wish to keep it a mystery. “We can assure all Bronco fans that the Bronco is alive and well and will be seen at Montini school and sporting events this school year,” Laughlin said.

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Residents living in and around the Elmhurst can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, and other chronic, serious conditions with affordable screenings by Life Line Screening. Knights Of Columbus will host this community event on Oct. 25.

The site is located at 537 South York St in Elmhurst.

Screenings can check for: • The level of plaque buildup 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.

For costs and further information, please call 1-877-237-1287 or visit lifelinescreening.com. Preregistration is required.

Edward-Elmhurst opens Health Center in north Elmhurst Edward-Elmhurst Health has opened a new Health Center at 755 N. York St., located on the north side of Elmhurst. The $3.1 million Center is a joint venture with MedProperties Group, a medical real estate developer.

The Center features physicians who specialize in family medicine, internal medicine, obstetrics/ gynecology and gastroenterology.

The 13,000-square-foot, singlestory building includes 10 exam rooms, one procedure room, an endoscopy suite and four pre-

procedure/post-recovery rooms.

The Center is the new home for Elmhurst Memorial Medical Group (EMMG) physicians who were previously located at 429 N. York., including Juan Perez, DO, family medicine; Dorothy Prusek, MD, internal medicine; Jacqueline Ross, MD, family medicine and Mais Trabolsi, MD, bariatric and obesity medicine/internal medicine. To schedule an appointment, call (331) 221-2900. EMMG’s board certified physicians provide primary care for infants through seniors.

Jeffrey Fitzer, MD of Elmhurst Clinic provides a full range of obstetric and gynecologic services at the new Center. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Fitzer, who speaks Spanish, call (331) 2219007.

In late October, Elmhurst Clinic will begin offering endoscopy services at the Center, including screenings to diagnose and procedures to treat gastrointestinal conditions. Elmhurst Clinic’s gastroenterology team at the North Elmhurst location will include

Elizabeth Sack Barczynski, MD; Christopher Boutin, MD; Michael Greenspan, MD and Patrick Lynch, MD. To schedule an appointment, call (331) 221-9003.

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Putting the fire out SUBMITTED PHOTOS Addison Independent

Teddy Bear Sleepover comes to Addison Library

Children brought their favorite stuffed animals to Addison Public Library on Wednesday, Sept. 20 for a Teddy Bear Sleepover! Activities included reading stories, playing games, and exploring the building after dark.

Protecting your assets Attorneys John Pankau and Lisa Knauf discuss ways for attendees to protect their assets in today’s economy at Addison Public Library’s “Basics of Wills and Trust” program on Wednesday, Sept. 2.

Above: Addison Public Library staff were trained on Fire Extinguisher Use by the Addison Fire Protection District on Monday morning.

Everyone got the chance to put out a real fire!

Right: This youngster and his mother shake out their portion of a parachute, brought in by Children’s Specialist Omar, who introduced the parachute into Book Babies story time on Thursday Sept. 21 at Addison Public Library.

A boy, a bell, and a bike …

Tears of joy shed at Addison’s Wild Fire Harley-Davidson

Good people abound, if you just look. Twenty-year-old Austin Vitello is one of them. So are the members of the Addison Police Department.

Here’s the heartwarming story of how they came together over a Harley–Davidson bicycle.

Austin Vitello loves motorcycles, especially Harley-Davidsons. Coming in numerous times a week, he’d walk from his home in Addison, about three miles in the freezing cold or blazing heat just to hang out at Wild Fire Harley Davidson–talking to employees and customers … being around the bikes.

Eventually, he became a store helper—doing odds and ends around the dealership. Then, he became part of the team and the store family. Last June, Wild Fire gave Austin a Harley-Davidson bicycle. He loved the bike and rode it everywhere, all the time.

Early September, his bike was stolen from his home. Crushed doesn’t even begin to describe how he felt.

His sister posted on Facebook ex-

plaining that his bike was stolen and the outpouring of support for Austin was overwhelming. Strangers, friends, the dealership…everyone shared the post to try to help Austin locate his stolen bicycle. Twelve different strangers offered to donate bikes to him.

Then, the police got involved.

The Addison Police Department— that has been searching and continues to hunt for the stolen bike—contacted Wild Fire Harley-Davidson wanting to replace Austin’s bicycle.

So, the dealership customized the new bike with stickers, and other Harley-Davidson branded items to replicate the old bike as closely as possible.

As a surprise for Austin, the Addison Police Department presented the new bicycle to him at the Sept. 16 School of Harley Rock: Battle of the Kids Bands event. While there, Austin was asked to ring the legendary Freedom Bell–an occurrence that’s exciting enough for any Harley lover.

And, just when he thought it

couldn’t get any better, on cue, in walked two officers from the Addison Police Department with his new replacement bicycle. A very emotional Austin was so overwhelmed he couldn’t physically contain his excitement – jumping up and down and smiling ear to ear. Friends, family, employees and customers cheered Austin on as he took a joyous test loop around the store.

The APD is still working to locate Austin‘s original bike, as they explained when they presented him with the new replacement. In the meantime, this bike will help him get to work.

Austin and his story have captured the hearts of people all over social media. It is the kind of happy ending everyone loves to experience, and Austin is the kind of young man whose happiness has brought tears to the eyes of everyone who has shared in this moment whether they were there live it or one of the nearly 20,000 people who saw it on Facebook.

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Here are two members of the Addison Police Department on either side of Addison resident Anthony Vitello, a young motorcycle enthusiast, who had been working at Wild Fire Harley Davidson, where he obtained a Harley bicycle that was eventually stolen. Through an outpouring of support, mostly on Facebook, the officers were able to present Vitello with a new bicycle, pictured here.

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Everything you want in a home and more! Curb appeal, beautiful landscaping, Location all included in this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom Tri Level located just steps away from Visitation Grade School. Huge kitchen w/ large eat in area & bay window that can be used as a dining room interchangeably. Family room is an addition which gives you a total of over 1650 sq ft of living space!

2 oversized bedrooms on 2nd level, Master on 3rd level, as well as bonus room too. Master Bedroom/Bonus Room wall can be knocked down to make a larger master Bedroom. Full bathrooms located on 2nd and 3rd levels. Outdoor deck is great for large family gathering! $399,900

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In my opinion

Feeling thoughtful and contemplative during birthday week

Birthdays make us a bit more reflective, another trip around the sun and all that. Maybe we would be better off if we thought of every day as a birthday. I recently shared in my blog a quote that states, “Don’t be fooled by the calendar.

There are only as many days in the year as you make use of.” Thank you, Charles Richards, for that little nugget of insight.

We all have the choice to greet each day as an opportunity. Many times we forget we have that choice and switch to autopilot doing the same-old, same-old. Once in a while a life event will trigger us to seize the day, but do we carpe diem every day?

I agree with Annie Dillard who says, “Spend the afternoon. You can’t take it with you.”

At this point in my life (older

when something entices you, ask yourself why not do it now?

Remember the words of Norman Douglas, “Why always “not By yet”? Do flowers in spring say “not KELLY yet”?”

SIMMONS Life is in the here and now.

Columnist “For a long time it had seemed to me that life was about to begin — real life. But there was always some obstacle in the way, someand wiser), I’ve discovered the key thing to be got through first, some is to commit to less. When we are unfinished business, time still to be young we think we must fill our served, a debt to be paid. Then life days doing all kinds of things, some would begin. At last it dawned on of which we enjoy, and much that me that these obstacles were my falls under the category of Shoulds, life.” Fr. Alfred D’Souza.

Duties, and Obligations.

Celebrating my birthday is a joy, The more you can release the but I remember feeling bummed out SDOs, the more you can seize the on my 25th, feeling old, a quarter day and spend it your way. As we of a century already. Now I’m two get older, we understand too that quarters plus and I take nothing for the days to seize are not infinite. So granted and I do not feel depressed

to be aging. Just the opposite, I am quite grateful.

In 1875, John Muir wrote, “The glories of a mountain campfire are far greater than may be guessed....

One can make a day of any size, and regulate the rising and setting of his own sun and the brightness of its shining.”

How are you regulating the rising of your sun and the brightness of its shining?

As for me, I choose to take one day at a time, inject a little silly, a little happy, a little love and enjoy.

Hopefully tomorrow I wake up and have a new choice. (Some days are sillier than others.) I find enjoyment in my work. I find enjoyment in my home. I find enjoyment in clients, colleagues, friends and family. I find enjoyment in my life partner.

It is up to me to find enjoyment

in every day. That is what we learn as we grow older. Birthdays are a wonderful reminder but to go 365 days until I am reminded again is not a good plan. So I create reminders every day. As Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “Write it on your heart that every day is the best day in the year.”

To paraphrase Emily Dickinson: That it will never come again is what makes this day so sweet.

On my birthday, yours, any old everyday, let’s make it sweet. It will never come again. Cheers!

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Indian Trail students enjoy Arts Alive workshops Indian Trail Junior High School students had the opportunity to participate in an after school arts enrichment program this week at Arts Alive workshops. The Arts Alive is designed to give junior high students a chance to explore Creative Writing, Visual Arts, Music and Theatre by participating in workshops taught by professional artists.

During this week’s session, students could choose between three different workshop topics, “TOONS” TIPS: Making Cartooning fun and easy; You too can be a Modern Artist:Abstract Painting Made Easy; and Teen “Zine.” These art workshops are offered free to students. A different rotation of workshops will be offered later in fall.

This program is funded by a grant from The DuPage Foundation (JCS Fund), National Endowment for the Arts (Arts Engagement in American Communities), Illinois Arts CounSUBMITTED PHOTO Addison Independent cil Agency (through Federal funds Pictured here with Addison Trail Principal Michael Bolden is senior from NEA), the Addison Center for Dionisia Vassos, who has been named the September recipient of the Arts in partnership with Addison 88’s Best recognition.

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Students at Indian Trail Junior High had the chance to take part in various workshops in the arts, thanks to the after-school program known as Arts Alive. A different rotation of workshops will be offered later this fall.

Dionisia Vassos named Addison Trail’s recipient of ‘88’s Best’ award Dionisia Vassos has been named as Addison Trail’s September recipient of 88’s Best recognition for her outstanding academic accomplishments.

Vassos, a senior, was recognized during the Sept. 25 District 88 Board of Education meeting.

Throughout her four years at Addison Trail, Vassos has taken the most rigorous courses available and has not only participated, but been a leader in numerous clubs, activities and sports.

Vassos’ academic record speaks for itself – she has received As in every course she has taken (including eight Advanced Placement (AP)/ college-level courses and 14 Honors courses) and has continually challenged herself to take classes she not only enjoys, but knows will help her in the future.

“I had the privilege of having Vassos in Speech class,” said Katie Inzinga, English teacher and Girls Volleyball coach. “Not only was she over prepared and extremely organized, but her speeches were always delivered fantastically, with emotion and enthusiasm. She truly captivated her audience for every speech she presented, utilizing her range of voice and facial expressions.

“It is clear Vassos takes pride in her academics and strives to achieve the highest standards. She continually wants to learn to better her education and will do well in her future endeavors.”

Vassos is Co-Captain of the Girls Volleyball Team, Vice President of Student Council, Vice President of National Honor Society and is a member of Best Buddies, the Class of 2018 Board and Choir. She also volunteers at AMITA Health Alexian Brothers Medical Center. This is just a small picture of the many things she has participated in during her four years as a Blazer.

“I have had the pleasure of teaching and coaching Vassos,” said Jessica Clark, English teacher and Girls Volleyball coach. “She is an exem-

plary kid, who takes advantage of everything school has to offer. I have never met a kid who is as jazzed to be in high school as Vassos. From the moment I started coaching her as a freshman, I knew this girl was something special. Her positive attitude and outgoing personality are unparalleled. Having Vassos in class was no different. She is highly motivated and has a positive influence on those around her. She is very deserving of this recognition. I feel lucky to have had the opportunity to get to know her over the last four years.”

Dan Styler, social studies teacher and head coach of the Varsity Girls Volleyball Team, agreed.

“I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Vassos in the capacity as one of her volleyball coaches at Addison Trail over the past four years,” he said.

SUBMITTED PHOTO Addison Independent “Her contagious laugh and vibrant personality make her teammates gravitate toward her.

“Our coaching staff always talks In what has become a tradition, this group of students from Lincoln School gather in the Addison Village about how Vassos is a kid who just Hall rotunda with Mayor Rich Veenstra. loves every facet of high school. Her performance in the classroom, coupled with her sense of service to others, will take her very far in life. We are very proud of her. Go, Blazers!”

Vassos’ Blazer Pride exudes from her whole being, and it is truly infectious. She has joined so many Another local group of clubs and activities because she cares students got to learn deeply about her school and wants to about local history make it even better through serving and government as as a leader. She works hard to include 60 Lincoln School 3rd everyone in school activities and graders visited the tries to make high school a positive Addison Historical place for her classmates, just as it has Museum, Village Hall been for her. and the Addison Vassos is in the process of applyPublic Library ing to various colleges and univerrecently. It’s evident sities, but at the top of her list are in this photo that Indiana University, The University the students could of Iowa and University of Illinois hardly contain their at Urbana-Champaign. She plans to excitement as they study science and has aspirations to waited for Mayor Rich be a hospital pharmacist. Above all, Veenstra to make his she wants to help people and knows appearance. that by combining her passion for SUBMITTED PHOTO Addison Independent science, she will achieve that goal.

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Willowbrook football Addison Trail girls volleyball team becomes playoff team making progress eligible with win Blazers sport 2-1 conference mark I’m most impressed by Addison Trail loses to Leyden

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Willowbrook football team became playoff eligible after scoring a 45-22 West Suburban Conference crossover victory against York in Villa Park in Week 6 action.

The win put the Warriors at 5-1 overall.

Willowbrook can clinch a playoff berth with a victory at Morton Friday night.

In the York game, Willowbrook led 14-0 at one point and held a 14-7 lead after the first quarter and a 24-7 edge at halftime. The Warriors led 38-7 heading into the fourth quarter.

Jack Jessen and Chris Diaz each scored two touchdowns for the winners.

York dropped to 0-6 with the loss.

Addison Trail football The Addison Trail football team fell to 2-4 overall and 0-3 in West Suburban Conference Gold Division play after a 14-7 loss at home to Leyden.

Leyden led 7-0 after the first quarter and 14-0 at halftime.

Addison Trail quarterback Mike Ruffolo completed five passes for 44 yards and had one touchdown toss.

Nick Daudelin ran the ball 14 times for 57 yards and had a long run of 22 yards.

Jacob Grygo caught a 24-yard touchdown pass from Ruffolo.

Daudelin caught four passes for 20 yards.

Christian Cici had a fumble recovery on defense and also returned one kickoff 34 yards.

Addison Trail returns to action Friday when it heads to Darien to face Hinsdale South in another WSC Gold game.

Addison Trail football Week 7 preview Addison Trail (2-4, 0-3) at Hinsdale South (4-2, 3-1)

When: Friday, 7:30 p.m.

Where: Hinsdale South High School, Darien Last week: Leyden 14, Addison Trail 7; Hinsdale South 51, Proviso East 6 Last year: Hinsdale South 38, Addison Trail 13 Outlook: Addison Trail has lost four games in a row after starting the season 2-0. The Blazers have scored only 17 points in those four games. They will look to get back on track against a Hinsdale South squad that has won three of its last four games. Hinsdale South’s four wins this season have come against teams that had a combined 4-16 record heading into Week 6. Addison Trail must win out against Hinsdale South, Morton and Proviso East in order to become playoff eligible.

through their first three matches

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Addison Trail girls volleyball team sported an 8-10 overall record through its first 18 matches.

The Blazers also were 2-1 in West Suburban Conference Gold Division play through their first three conference contests.

And through those first 18 games, coach Dan Styler has seen some positives, particularly when it comes to the defensive side of the net.

“Our defensive effort and execution has been a bright spot for our team,” said Styler. “Our success always will be built on our ability to control the ball in serve-receive.

There is a clear correlation between the success from match to match aligned to our ability to pass the ball effectively. We are comfortable with our core group of primary passers and look forward to them working as a unit to continue to grow together during the second half of the season.”

Addison Trail has been led offensively by Nina Muell, who topped the team in kills with 168 through those first 18 contests. At the service line, Dionosia Vassos was tops with 19 service aces. In the back row, Sofia Susa had a team-best 96 digs.

Setter Amy Reyes has been directing the offense and had 107 assists through those first 18 contests.

Styler added the team still is hard at work regarding the offensive side of the equation. “We still are working on establishing a balanced offensive effort during the second half of the season,” he said earlier last

When: Friday, 7:30 p.m.

Where: Morton West High School, Berwyn Last week: Willowbrook 45, York 22; Downers Grove South 18, Morton 0 Last year: Willowbrook 49, Morton 20 Outlook: Willowbrook needs one win to secure a guaranteed return to the playoffs for a second year in a row. Plus, a win would keep them atop the West Suburban Conference Gold Division standings with two games to play against Proviso East and Downers Grove South (both at home). Morton’s lone win came against winless Proviso East (13-12).

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week. “Statistically, we are generating enough points offensively in the kills category to win games. However, we still need to cut down on the number of errors we make.”

Styler cited recent strong play from sophomore Jessica D’Ambrose.

“Jessica really has expanded her skill set this year and has proven to be our most versatile player,” the coach said.

Styler noted he’s been encouraged by his team’s willingness to get in the gym and continuously work on ways to take things to the next level.

“I’m most impressed by our group embracing our most pressing areas for growth and tackling them headon in the gym every day,” he said.

Addison Trail continued WSC Gold Division play earlier this week against Downers Grove South.

The Blazers head to the St. Charles East tournament Friday and Saturday before an additional busy week next week with a conference match against Morton, a WSC crossover match against Glenbard West and the Plainfield Central Invitational next Friday and Saturday.

Willowbrook boys golf team fares well at conference tournament Warriors shoot lowest round in at least eight years; Sarovich finishes third

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

Willowbrook football Week 7 preview Willowbrook (5-1, 3-0) at Morton (1-5, 1-2)

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our group embracing our most pressing areas for growth and tackling them head-on in the gym every day.”

How low did the Willowbrook boys golf team go?

The Warriors recently shot a 327 to finish third at the recent West Suburban Conference Gold Division meet held at par-72 Prairie Bluff Golf Club.

Willowbrook was seven shots off the pace of tournament co-champions and overall conference co-champions Downers Grove South and Hinsdale South. Both those teams shot 320s.

It was Willowbrook’s lowest team score of the year for 18 holes and coach Gary Walker noted it was the squad’s best score in at least the past eight years.

Willowbrook ended up taking

fourth in the conference overall. The Warriors did defeat Addison Trail at the conference meet (327-337), but ended up fourth with the regular-season dual meets figured in.

Junior Taylor Sarovich shot a personal-best 76 round and took third overall. Senior Buddy Martens shot 82 and took 10th overall. Both Sarovich and Martens earned all-conference honors.

Junior Jackson Hathaway shot 84 and Tim Keefe, a senior, rounded out the Warriors’ scorecard with an 85. Also competing for Willowbrook were junior Joey Guthrie (86) and sophomore Logan Rattana (88).

Willowbrook was scheduled to play in a Class 3A regional earlier this week.

Willowbrook boys cross country Willowbrook boys cross-country coach T.J. Artman reports his squad is hard at work and competing against a strong list of runners at its meets. “The varsity is working hard,

but it’s tough to beat some of the faster times right now,” he said.

The team’s lower levels are having success, punctuated by a second-place showing at the recent Leyden Invitational.

“Our lower levels are doing great,” he said. “They are showing promise for future seasons.”

Progress has been made, Artman noted, on a number of fronts. “We’re coming together as a team and our pack running has improved,” he said.

“We’re seeing consistent times and we’re getting faster overall.”

Matt Caron continues to improve as the postseason approaches. “Matt continues to get faster and is motivated for the post part of the season,” said Artman.

Artman would like to see his team finish in the top half of the West Suburban Conference Gold Division meet on Oct. 14. Willowbrook hosts the conference meet this year.

“The team has bonded well together and it enjoys working hard every day,” he said.

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The Don of A New Day in Sports Isn’t it a great time of the year for us sports people? The Cubs just won their division and who knows, maybe the World Series, again. Can you say, REPEAT! The Bears should be 2-2.

The Blackhawks have started and they should be better than last year. The Bulls, I’m afraid will not make the playoff, too many new and inexperienced players.

Golf and tennis are finishing up their seasons which have been very exciting.

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Fenton football Week 7 preview Riverside-Brookfield (5-1, 1-1) at Fenton (2-4, 0-2)

When: Friday, 7:15 p.m.

Where: Fenton High School, Bensenville Last week: St. Edward 55, Fenton 21; IC Catholic Prep 45, Riverside-Brookfield 0 Last year: R-B 44, Fenton 21 Outlook: Fenton must win out in order to become playoff eligible at 5-4. The Bison are coming off tough conference losses at Glenbard South (24-20) and at Elgin St. Edward (55-21). R-B gave up 655 yards of total offense to IC Catholic Prep at home last week. The Bulldogs holds wins against Morton (33-0), Wauconda (43-21), Norridge (35-7), Aurora Central Catholic (48-16) and Wheaton Academy (20-9). Those first four mentioned had a combined 5-15 record heading into Week 6 action.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DuPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS WILMINGTON TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR THE VM TRUST SERIES 2, A DELAWARE STATUTORY TRUST, PLAINTIFF, VS. LAURA E. LONDIS; TED LONDIS II A/K/A TED P. LONDIS II; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS. 12 CH 5099 418 S CHERRY HILL COURT ADDISON, IL 60101 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on, Sheriff of DuPage County will on November 7, 2017, 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 DuPage, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT 272 IN PIONEER SQUARE UNIT 6, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF SECTION 4, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO.03-34-100-037 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 418 S CHERRY HILL COURT ADDISON, IL 60101 Description of Improvements: 2 STORY HOME WITH DETACHED GARAEG The Judgment amount was $365,950.09.

Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 10% 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://ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com.

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel. No. (312) 3469088. Please refer to file# 8024 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. Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

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The Fenton boys soccer team played right with Riverside-Brookfield and York in a pair of recent games but came away with nothing to show for it in the win column.

Fenton lost a 2-1 Metro Suburban Conference Blue Division game to Riverside-Brookfield in a shootout situation. In the shootout, Fenton made its first shot, but missed its next three.

“We didn’t capitalize on some opportunities,” said Fenton coach Victor Ruiz.

Angel Barriga had Fenton’s lone goal in regulation against R-B. He also had the lone shootout make.

Fenton also lost 4-3 to York. Barriga and Ivan Jaramillo each had a goal. Sophomore Conrad Macieg had a goal off a Barriga assist.

“Again, we had some missed opportunities,” said Ruiz.

In earlier action, Fenton was a 4-0 non-conference winner over Downers Grove South.

Branny Salas had two goals, while Barriga and Jaramillo each had a goal.

Overall, Ruiz has been pleased with the team’s progress, but errors at key times, he noted, have come back to hurt his squad.

“We are moving the ball well,” he said.

“The problem is we keep making mistakes and the other team seems to capitalize on our mistakes. I tell the guys we keep beating ourselves as opposed to the other team beating us. We have to clean it up. Once the playoffs come, if we do this we will get knocked out early and we don’t want that.

We’re hosting regionals and sectionals this year.”

Fenton was 12-5 overall after the non-conference loss to York.

“A 12-5 record is OK, but we are not where we should be,” said Ruiz. “Out of those five games, there’s only one we should have lost and that was to Wheaton Academy.”

Ruiz said Salas continues to make improvements to his game along with Johnny Chavez.

“Brammy has been stepping up and scoring some goals,” he said. “Johnny plays defensive mid and wins balls and wins tackles. He does a good job setting up his teammates.”

Through late last week, Barriga was leading the team with 26 goals. Jaramillo had 17 goals.

Fenton played earlier in the week at Glenbard South in a MSC Blue game. The Bison are home today at 4:30 p.m. for a key contest against Elgin St. Edward. The Green Wave were 20-0 through late last week.

“It will be a huge challenge for us,” said Ruiz of the St. Edward game. “Everything in the season for us is a challenge. We set team and individual goals. This game against St. Edward is a great opportunity for us. We know we will have to play well and have one of the best games of the season. If we do that, we have a chance to beat a very good team.”

Fenton football The Fenton football team dropped a recent 55-21 Metro Suburban Conference Blue Division contest to Elgin St. Edward.

The loss put Fenton at 2-4 overall and 0-2 in conference play.

Fenton returns to action Friday at home against Riverside-Brookfield.

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