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books including newly-printed editions as well as action figures, collectibles and more. They also consider offers to buy, sell or trade. “Congratulations on the opening of Bensenville’s newest comic book store,” said DeSimone. “This unique addition to Bensenville is sure to be a favorite for our comic book gurus in town!”
The student appeared at a bond hearing where Judge Joshua Dieden set bond at $500,000 with 10 percent to apply. He is charged with two counts of aggravated unlawful use of a weapon in public—school (Class 3 felony), two counts of aggravated unlawful use of a weapon (Class 4 felony).
On Wednesday, May 10, the dean of the high school received information that on Monday, May 8 at approximately 3:15 p.m., a student had allegedly threatened other students with a firearm while in the school parking lot.
Upon receiving this information, school authorities and law enforce-
ment met the student in the parking lot of the school at his car. It is alleged that inside the car authorities found an unloaded .44 caliber firearm. The student was taken into custody at this time by the School Resource Officer. An investigation into the matter continues.
“School safety remains a top priority of my office,” Berlin said. “Schools are central to our communities and incidents such as alleged in this case, can have a chilling effect on not only the students and staff at the school, but all of us. We must all work together to ensure our schools remain a safe place where teachers can teach and students can learn without fear for
their personal safety.”
“I am very grateful this situation was diffused in a peaceful and professional manner,” Mendrick said. “We are all thankful that our deputies were not called upon to make a split-second decision that could spell the difference between an uneventful situation and a tragedy.”
The student’s next court appearance was scheduled for Wednesday, May 17 for bond review in front of Judge Mia McPherson. His arraignment is scheduled for June 5.
Members of the public are reminded that this report contains only charges and the suspect is presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
Willowbrook’s boys track and field team finished second in the team standings of last week’s West Suburban Gold Conference Meet.
The Warriors, who hosted the May 11 meet in Villa Park, earned a total of 126.5 points in their second-place finish in the seven-team event. Downers Grove South won the meet’s team title with its total of 191 points.
Willowbrook sophomore Jaden Royal won the title in the triple jump at the conference meet. Royal covered 43 feet, 1¼ inches in his best effort of the meet. Junior Evan Weder of the Warriors placed third in the triple jump. Weder traveled 40 feet in his best jump of the day.
Sophomore Jordan Pate provided the War-
riors with a second-place finish in the long jump at the conference meet. Pate sailed 20 feet, 2¼ inches in his best jump of the day.
Weder and Willowbrook freshman Ottis Powell finished second and third, respectively, in the high jump at the conference meet. Both Warriors cleared 5 feet, 11¾ inches during the competition.
Sophomore Jake Koterba of the Warriors placed third in the discus throw and fifth in the shot put. Koterba’s best effort in the discus throw at the conference meet covered 117 feet, 11¼ inches. His best throw of the meet in the shot put traveled 44 feet, 3 inches.
Senior Bernardo Albarran of Willowbrook finished fourth in the shot put. His best top throw of the day covered 44 feet, 5½ inches.
Sophomore Jaylin Miller of the Warriors ran to a third-place finish in the 200-meter run (23.20 seconds). Miller delivered a fourthplace time of 11.49 seconds in the 100-meter dash.
Willowbrook senior Mike Wangler finished fifth in both the 100-meter dash (11.67 seconds) and the 200-meter run (23.93 seconds).
Junior Liam Moran of the Warriors turned in a third-place time of 52.38 seconds in the 400-meter run. Senior Elijah Smith of Willowbrook contributed a fifth-place time of 53.11 seconds in the same event.
Junior Sam McNeilly of Willowbrook finished fourth in the 800-meter run (2 minutes, 7.30 seconds). McNeilly finished just ahead of his teammate—senior Henry Sloan—who
posted a fifth-place time of 2 minutes, 7.66 seconds.
Senior Kevin Diederich of the Warriors ran to a third-place finish in the 3,200-meter run (9 minutes, 55.83 seconds). Diederich earned fifth-place honors in the 1,600-meter run, which he completed in 4 minutes, 46.44 seconds.
Willowbrook juniors Luca Parato and Lucas Bohm placed second and third, respectively, in the 300-meter hurdles. Parato completed the race in 42.01 seconds, crossing the finish line just before Bohm, who turned in a time of 42.36 seconds.
Junior Cody Wenkus of the Warriors con-
The federal and state governments have ended Public Health Emergency (PHE) declarations that have been in place since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. The end of the PHE demonstrates that the county is in a much better place in our response than it was three years ago with many more tools available to protect the community including testing, vaccines, and treatments.
The end of the PHE does not mean the virus is no longer a threat. COVID-19 remains a leading cause of death in the United States.
The COVID-19 pandemic created unprecedented public health and societal challenges lasting more than three years and causing nearly 300,000
COVID-19 cases and 2,027 deaths in DuPage County since 2020.
Being up to date with COVID-19 vaccines continues to be one of the most important ways to help protect you from severe illness, hospitalization, and death. The most recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show people ages 18 years and older and vaccinated with an updated booster had a six times lower risk of dying from COVID-19 compared to people who were not vaccinated.
Over the past three years, the DuPage County Health Department and partners throughout the county led the largest vaccination program in history and helped nearly 80 percent (734,674)
of DuPage County residents complete their primary COVID-19 vaccination series.
“DuPage County continues to be a leader with one of the highest COVID-19 vaccination rates in the state,” said Karen Ayala, executive director, DuPage County Health Department. “I offer heartfelt thanks to all DCHD staff, healthcare partners, community members, and residents for their tireless efforts and ongoing commitment to the well-being of all DuPage County residents.”
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),
“Most tools, like vaccines, treatments, and testing, will remain available. But, some tools, like certain data sources and reporting, will change.”
• Vaccines: The U.S. government is currently distributing free COVID-19 vaccines for all adults and children regardless of insurance coverage.
• Testing: Insurance providers will no longer be required to waive costs or provide free COVID-19 tests. The CDC’s no cost COVID-19 testing locator can help people find current community and pharmacy partners participating in the Increasing Community Access to Testing (ICATT) program.
• Treatments: Medication to prevent severe COVID-19, such as Pax-
lovid, will remain available for free while supplies last. After that, the price will be determined by the medication manufacturer and your health insurance coverage. COVID-19 treatments may then require a copay.
The DuPage County Health Department (DCHD) currently provides:
• Free COVID-19 vaccinations, boosters, and in-home vaccinations.
• Test kits and high-quality masks for select organizations to distribute to vulnerable and high-risk populations.
• Information and education about COVID threats and prevention on our website and social media channels. For more information, visit www. dupagehealth.org/covid19.
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Register by Wednesday, May 31 for the Bensenville Park District’s fitness trip to the Indiana Dunes State Park for the 3 Dune Challenge on Saturday, June 3. The bus leaves the Deer Grove Leisure Center, 1000 W. Wood St., at 8 a.m. and is expected to return at 1 p.m. that day.
“This challenging hike at the dunes is perfect for families with children of different ages and abilities looking for an adventurous outing,” said fitness program supervisor Silvia Acevedo. “It’s a great opportunity to come together and experience the outdoors while also getting some exercise.”
The 3 Dune Challenge is a 1.5-mile hike that includes scaling the three tallest dunes, totaling more than 550 vertical feet, at the Indiana Dunes State Park.
“Participants can expect to burn up to 400 calories on this hike, making it a great way to get fit and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery,” Acevedo added. “Those wanting a more moderate workout can choose a three-quarter mile one-dune hike.”
Registration for the fitness trip is open now through Wednesday, May 31. Interested participants can register at the Deer Grove Leisure Center. The registration fee is $16 per person ($14 for those living within the park district boundaries) and includes transportation to and from the park and a free commemorative postcard and bumper sticker to mark the completion of the hike.
The Bensenville Park District recommends wearing sturdy hiking shoes and clothing appropriate for the weather. Participants should be prepared for a challenging hike and should bring plenty of water and sunscreen. Participants should plan to bring their own lunches, as there will be time for lunch at the park after the hike.
For more information visit BvilleParks.org, or register at the Deer Grove Leisure Center.
The Bensenville Park District is holding a special event tailored to the vibrant senior community on Tuesday, June 6 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The funfilled Senior Splash Bash and BBQ at the Bensenville Water Park & Splash Pad, located at 1100 W. Wood St., includes a barbecue lunch at the shaded Kiwanis Shelter.
The Senior Splash Bash and BBQ is designed exclusively for active adults ages 50 and older. Participants will have the opportunity to enjoy the Bensenville Water Park & Splash Pad all to themselves, allowing for a relaxing and enjoyable outing with friends and neighbors. The event aims to foster a sense of camaraderie and offers a chance to cool off from the summer heat. In addition to exclusive use of the water park facilities, participants will be treated to a delicious barbecue meal, including burgers, hot dogs and refreshing beverages. The park district will ensure a comfortable and welcoming environment, where attendees can savor their meals and engage in friendly conversations with fellow active adults.
Despite the temperatures in the 50s, a great crowd of about 50 people came out with their blankets to the “drive-in movie” presentation of “Happy Gilmore” at White Pines Golf Course on Saturday, May 13. The Park District’s next film in the movie in its park series is “Encanto,” on Saturday, June 10 at DiOrio Park.
DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Oak Brook Chief of Police Brian Strockis announced that bond has been set for a Chicago woman accused of leading police on a high-speed chase.
misdemeanor and petty traffic offenses.
On Saturday, May 6 at approximately 2:31 p.m., an Oak Brook police officer observed a Nissan Rogue, allegedly driven by White, traveling eastbound on 22nd Street near Route 83 with a paper license plate.
where she reached speeds of approximately 94 mph, and then drove eastbound on I-290 where she again drove at approximately 94 mph on the shoulder of the road in stopped traffic.
“In DuPage County we will not stand idly by while those who think the law does not apply to them terrorize our streets. We are incredibly lucky no one was hurt as a result of Ms. White’s alleged actions.”
Jenail WhiteJenail White, 34, appeared at a bond hearing where Judge Susan Alvarado set bond at $50,000 with 10 percent to apply. White is charged with one count of aggravated fleeing and eluding a police officer (Class 4 felony) and multiple
The officer ran the plate and it registered to a different vehicle at which time the officer activated his emergency lights and sirens. It is alleged that instead of pulling over, White turned northbound on Route 83 and in heavy traffic fled from the officer traveling more than 70 mph on the shoulder of the road. It is further alleged that White then turned eastbound on Roosevelt Road,
It is alleged that White exited I-290 at the Cicero Avenue exit where she sideswiped a vehicle and crashed into a fence. It is further alleged that after crashing the Nissan, White exited the vehicle and attempted to flee on foot but was taken into custody at this time.
“It is alleged that in a complete and utter disregard for public safety and the rule of law, Ms. White drove her car on the shoulder of the road, in stopped traffic, at speeds in excess of 90 mph,” Berlin said.
“Police pursuits are dangerous but it’s also dangerous to allow offenders to have no consequences for their actions,” Strockis said. “We attempt to utilize technology and tactics to stop fleeing suspects and I’m thankful that no one was hurt. I’d like to thank our officers for remaining vigilant and pro-active in keeping our community safe.”
White’s next court appearance is scheduled June 5 for arraignment in front of Judge Michael Reidy.
The Addison Center for the Arts (ACA) invites art enthusiasts to join them at the gallery located at 213 N. Lombard Road on Saturday, May 20 at 5 p.m. for the public reception of “At Home and Abroad: Select Works from the Bruce Peterson Legacy Collection.” This exhibition is currently on display and will remain through Saturday, July 1.
The ACA proudly showcases a remarkable collection of artworks from the late artist Bruce Peterson, featuring captivating scenes of Illinois neighborhoods as well as picturesque vistas from his global travels. Each piece in this collection reveals
Christine Pfaff, 57
Christine Lillian Kramp Pfaff, 57, of Elmhurst, passed away May
9, 2023 at the age of 57, at Northwestern Hospital, following a fiveyear “recovery journey” with pancreatic cancer. She was born Sept. 5, 1965 in Oak Lawn and grew up in South Holland, the daughter of the late William and the late Nancy Kramp.
Christine received her B.A., Master’s and Doctorate in Education. She began her career in education with several teaching positions before becoming assistant principal at Indian Trail Junior High School in Addison. She was principal of Stone Elementary School in Addison, before becoming principal of Prairie Elementary School in Buffalo Grove for the last 13 years.
Christine was larger than life itself. She was always up for trying something new, and inspired others to do the same. She loved traveling, scuba diving, biking, dancing, golfing… the list goes on. But above all, Christine loved and cherished her family. She enjoyed watching her children and grandchildren grow and be involved in their many endeavors – you name it, she was there if she could be. She was loved and will be deeply missed.
Beloved wife of 26 years to Rick Pfaff; loving mother of Kirsten,
Peterson’s masterful hand and keen artistic vision, transporting viewers on a visual journey that evokes feelings of relaxation and nostalgia.
An accomplished award-winning artist, Peterson honed his skills at the renowned Art Institute of Chicago and graduated from the University of Illinois.
Recognized for his proficiency in watercolor, acrylic, and oil painting, Peterson adeptly expressed his artistic talent through realistic representations, abstract compositions, and expressionistic designs.
In addition to his artistic pursuits, Peterson enjoyed a successful career
as an advertising photographer. In 1975, he established his own photography art studio, collaborating with prestigious corporate clients. He was an active member of various local art organizations, including the Elmhurst Artists’ Guild, the Addison Art Guild, and the DuPage Art League. Furthermore, he served as a respected art instructor at the College of DuPage and several other art studios.
His contributions were acknowledged through his membership as a signature member of the Transparent Watercolor Society of America.
“At Home and Abroad” showcases evocative representational scenes of Midwestern life and glimpses from Peterson’s captivating worldwide expeditions.
This exhibition presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire the
artwork of a cherished and accomplished local artist.
All proceeds from the sale of these works will benefit the Addison Center for the Arts, supporting their ongoing commitment to promoting and nurturing artistic endeavors within the community.
For more information, visit addisoncenterforthearts.org or call 630458-4500.
The Bensenville Park District is proud to announce its participation in the Wood Dale Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 29. The parade will begin at 11 a.m. and will travel down Addison Road, ending on Irving Park Road at Wood Dale Road.
Erin (Ben) Fagerlind, Stephen (Julianne Almeida) and Claire; cherished grandma of Casey, Carter and Olivia, Charley and Dom, and Reagan, Reese, and Rocky; loved sister of Kurt (Denise) Kramp and George (Kristin) Kramp; dear aunt of Alex, Tori (Eric), Elena and Elliot; and further survived by her extended “Elmhurst family” and friends.
A visitation will be held from 3 to 8 p.m. on Friday, May 19 at Epiphany Lutheran Church, 314 West Vallette St., and from 9 a.m. until the time of the Funeral Service at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 20 at Epiphany Lutheran Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be written to Project Purple at donate.projectpurple. org/Christine2023. Arrangements in care of Elmhurst Community Funeral Home – The Ahlgrim Chapel. For information, 630-834-3515.
Mary Carol Schweitzer, 82 Mary Carol Schweitzer, of Addison, passed away on April 23, 2023 at the age of 82. Beloved wife of Arnold. Loving mother of Jeff. Dear sister of Jon. Fond aunt of several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Schweitzer enjoyed gardening, nature, and decorative painting. Fan of all Chicago sports teams during playoff season. Mrs. Schweitzer loved brightly-colored clothes, especially her yellow jacket. Services and Interment were private. Arrangements provided by Pedersen Ryberg Funeral Home, 435 N. York Street, Elmhurst. Info: pedersenryberg.com.
The park district will have a float in the parade and will be distributing information on the district’s upcoming summer programs and events as well as candy.
“We’re excited to participate in the
Wood Dale Memorial Day Parade and showcase the Bensenville Park District’s offerings for the upcoming summer season,” says Bensenville Park District Special Services Manager Phyllis Schmidt. “The Wood Dale Memorial Day Parade is a beloved community tradition that honors the nation’s fallen soldiers, and we look forward to saluting their service and sacrifice.”
Those interested in marching with the park district should download a
participation form at BvilleParks. org/MemorialDay. Participants should meet at 10 a.m. at the staging area on Elizabeth Drive between Addison and Wood Dale Road.
The parade is free and open to the public to attend. Parade step-off time is 11 a.m. and should conclude by 12:30 p.m. Those with questions or needing special accommodations should contact Schmidt via email at pschmidt@bvilleparks.org or phone 630-238-4921 by Friday, May 26.
On Thursday, May 11, parents/guardians and Addison Trail students and staff members gathered to celebrate the graduation of students in the school’s Little Blazers Preschool program. The preschoolers wore graduation caps and gowns and received a certificate for their hard work. After the ceremony, they enjoyed treats with their parents/guardians and the Addison Trail students who taught them during second semester. The 10 children spent two mornings a week with Addison Trail students who gave lessons in math, science, art, music, language arts and large/small muscle.
Area police departments 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. Persons charged with domestic battery are not named in order to protect the privacy of victims. Juveniles age 17 or younger are not named.
Addison
May 9
Darwin J. Galvez-Torres, 28, of Addison, was charged with violation of bail bond.
May 8
John A. Valencia Sierra, 36, of Franklin Park, was charged with two counts of DUI and endangering the life/health of a child near Lake and JFK at 2:24 a.m.
May 7
Police said Alejandro R. Favela, 25, of Elgin, was issued a warrant in the 100 block of E. Lake.
Edgar J. Tomas Hernandez, 36, of Addison, was charged with DUI in the 100 block of N. May at 7:29 p.m.
May 6
Oscar Alanis, 39, of Elgin, was charged with DUI near Lake and Greenbriar at 12:59 a.m.
Villa Park
May 5
Julio C. Ortega Gomez, 27, of Villa Park, was charged with DUI, driving too fast for conditions, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident and improper lane usage in the 800 block of W. North at 2:13 a.m.
A complainant in the 1-100 block of W. Monroe reported their vehicle was parked on the street and some branches fell on their vehicle causing their windshield to shatter and dents on the roof.
A complainant at a school in the 600 block of W. North reported they inadvertently left their backpack behind in the parking lot. When the complainant returned, the bag was gone.
May 4
A complainant at a towing company in the 1-100 block of E. Hill reported that a subject did not pay them for a service they provided.
A complainant at an auto repair shop in the 1-100 block of W. North reported at 5:05 p.m. that a subject was causing a disturbance, threatening employees and they wanted the subject trespassed.
May 3
A complainant at the Metra station in the 300 block of N. Ardmore reported at 5:15 a.m. that a subject was throwing themselves into the plexiglass walls of a train shelter at the train station. The subject was transported to an area hospital.
May 2
A complainant in the 700 block of N. Westmore reported that a suspect was harassing them via text messages.
May 1
A 35-year-old Villa Park man was charged with two counts of domestic battery in the 700 block of N. Lincoln at 5:54 a.m.
A complainant in the 600 block of N. Vista reported being harassed by several suspects on social media.
April 28
A complainant at a business in the 600 block of N. Addison reported at 5:09 p.m. that a suspect battered them.
According to information provided last week by the Villa Park Police Department, police reported four incidents of residents being a victim of fraud or identity theft.
The Bensenville Police Department recently reported the following arrests and citations. Persons who are charged with domestic battery are not named in order to protect the victim’s privacy. 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.
May 10, 4:19 p.m. in the 200 block of Rose Street, a complainant reported they lost money via Zelle over a fake apartment listing on Facebook. This case is under investigation. BEPC2300405
May 9, 2:25 a.m. in the 1-100 block of Gateway Road, a complainant reported their business burglarized along with their work
van by an unknown suspect. This case is under investigation.
BEPC2300396
May 9, 8:13 a.m. in the 1000 block of Argyle Street, a 21-yearold Bensenville man was arrested on a domestic battery warrant out of Bensenville. BEPC2300398
May 9, 3:22 p.m., a complainant reported being car-jacked and battered in the area of Main and Church at 2 a.m. on May 8. The car has been entered into LEADS as stolen. This case is under investigation. BEPC2300400
May 8, 9:02 p.m. near E. Green St. and Grace Street, Alfredo Castanon, 42, of Franklin Park, was arrested for assault, reckless driving, and other traffic violation.
BEPC2300393
May 9, 9:47 p.m. in the 600 block of Supreme Drive, a complainant reported their vehicle stolen by an unknown suspect. This case is under investigation. BEPC2300402
May 7, 12:45 p.m. in the 800 block of County Line Road, a complainant reported burglary to their storage unit. Various tools were taken. This case is under investigation. BEPC2300389
May 7, 3:50 p.m. in the 100 block of S. Church Road, a complainant reported unknown suspects entered his mother’s residence under false pretenses and took a portable per-
sonal safe. This case is under investigation. BEPC2300390
May 7, 10:57 p.m. near N. Addison St. and W. Irving Park Road, Ivan Roussell, 44, of Chicago, was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and other traffic violations. BEPC2300391
May 7, 12:32 a.m. a Bensenville police officer assisted the Wood Dale Police Department with a possible armed robbery suspect. The area was checked with no results.
BEP23005169
May 5, 6:48 p.m. in the 100 block of George Street, a complainant reported falling for a fraud scam by an unknown company. This case is under investigation. BEPC2300386
May 5,11:09 p.m. in the 100 block of Gerry Steven Court, a 30-year-old Bensenville man was arrested for domestic battery.
BEPC2300387
May 4, 12:25 p.m. near E. Green St. and S. York Road., a complainant reported a road rage incident with an unknown suspect tossing a bottle of water in their car. Officers searched the area for unknown suspects with no results.
BEP23005059
May 4, 12:32 p.m. in the 200 block of Miner Street, a complainant reported receiving threats over social media from a known suspect. BEP23005060
DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Lisle Chief of Police
Kevin Licko have announced that bond has been set for a Lisle man accused of beating his girlfriend who is five-months pregnant. Donald White, 26, appeared at a bond hearing where Judge Ann Celine O’Hallaren
Walsh set bond at $100,000 with 10 percent to apply.
White is charged with one count of aggravated domestic battery (Class 2 felony) and one count of aggravated battery—pregnant or physically handicapped (Class 3 felony).
It is alleged that on May 1 at approximately 12:51 p.m., White arrived at the apartment the couple share and shortly thereafter began beating his girlfriend. It is alleged that White punched her in the head, threw her to the ground and
dragged her to the living room. It is further alleged that while the victim was on the ground, White struck her multiple times about her head and body. It is alleged that during the beating, the victim suffered a fractured left ulna, fractured left clavicle and a dislocated shoulder.
A short time later, after being alerted to the alleged beating by the victim’s mother, Lisle police officers arrived at the apartment and took White into custody. White’s next court appearance is scheduled May 31 for arraignment in front of Judge O’Hallaren Walsh.
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tributed a fifth-place time of 17.38 seconds in the 110-meter hurdles.
Willowbrook’s 4 x 100-meter relay team of senior Noah Campbell, Miller, junior Jadin Harris and senior Joey Tumilty delivered a second-place time of 43.04 seconds.
Elijah Smith joined senior Isaiah Smith, Weder and Moran to produce a second-place time of 3 minutes, 33.21 seconds in the 4 x 400-meter relay.
Sloan and McNeilly joined sophomore Kasen Blain and freshman
Evan Haworth to complete the 4 x 800-meter relay in a fourth-place time of 8 minutes, 34.95 seconds.
Addison Trail
Addison Trail sophomore Daniel Lupa ran to first-place finishes
in both hurdles races at last week’s conference meet in Villa Park. Lupa completed the 110-meter hurdles in a first-place time of 16.17 seconds. He won the 300-meter hurdles in 40.38 seconds.
Addison Trail junior Jed Almendralejo finished third in the long jump at the conference meet. His best jump of the day covered 19 feet, 11 inches.
Addison Trail finished fifth in the team standings of the conference meet with its total of 32.5 points.
Earlier this week, the Warriors and Blazers joined 14 other teams to compete in the IHSA Class 3A sectional at Wheaton Warrenville High School.
The sectional competitors attempt-
ed to earn berths in the IHSA Class 3A state meet, which will take place next week at Eastern Illinois University.
Addison Trail Brooke Greaves qualified for this week’s IHSA girls Class 3A state meet at Eastern Illinois University with her fourth-place time of 15.48 seconds in the 100-meter hurdles at last week’s Rolling Meadows Sectional.
Greaves finished under the state-qualifying standard of 15.92 seconds.
Addison Trail finished 13th in the sectional’s team standings with 10 points.
• Wednesday, 5/24: St. Charles Borromeo, Bensenville
8am-6pm Eucharistic Adoration
• Thursday, 5/25: Sacred Heart, Lombard
6am-6pm 12 Hours of Eucharistic Adoration
• Friday, 5/26: Ascension, Oakbrook Terrace
Noon Mass followed by Adoration and Benediction followed by the exhibit
5/26-5/29 Vatican International Exhibition
• Sunday, 5/28: Mary Queen of Heaven, Elmhurst
3-5pm “Who Do You Say I am” facilitated by Lynn Suwanski
Followed by Adoration
• Tuesday, 5/30: Holy Ghost, Wood Dale
7-8pm Holy Hour
• Wednesday, 5/31: Christ the King, Lombard
9am Reflection by Fr. Jeff on “going forth” taken from the USCCB document on the Eucharistic Revival
Followed by Adoration until noon.
• Thursday, 6/1 St. Peter the Apostle, Itasca
Holy Hour of Eucharistic Adoration
7:00 – 8:00 pm Prayer for our Priests and Vocations to the Priesthood
8:00 – 9:00 pm Silent Adoration with Closing Benediction
• Friday, 6/2: St. John the Apostle, Villa Park
6-9pm Adoration
• Friday, 6/2: Mary Queen of Heaven, Elmhurst
7pm Eucharistic Concert to benefit Mayslake Ministries
• Saturday, 6/3: St. Alexis, Bensenville
7-9pm Presentation by guest speaker on Adoration of the Eucharist
• Sunday, 6/4: St. Alexander’s, Villa Park
2-3pm Exposition
3-4pm Adoration
4-5pm Presentation by Fr. Rosenbaum followed by Benediction
• Monday, 6/5: Immaculate Conception, Elmhurst
8am-6pm Adoration
6-6:45pm Presentation by Bishop Dan Turley Murphy, OSA
6:45pm Benediction
• Tuesday, 6/6: Visitation, Elmhurst
Noon-6pm Open Welcome to the Visitation Adoration Chapel
• Tuesday, 6/6: St. Pius X, Lombard
7-9pm Adoration
• Wednesday, 6/7: Our Lady of Lebanon, Lombard
6-7pm Adoration
7pm MassFollowed by procession
Finish by going back to the church for a half hour of Adoration until 9pm
• Thursday, 6/8: St. Philip the Apostle, Addison
6-7:30pm Dr. Mary Amore talk on Encountering Jesus in the Eucharist: Becoming the very mystery we receive.
7:30-9pm Adoration
• Friday, 6/9: St. Joseph, Addison
24 Hours of Adoration (8am 6/9 – 8am 6/10)
ACIDS
ALPHA-HYDROXY
BALM
BETA HYDROXY COLLAGEN
COPPER PEPTIDE
DIMETHICONE
ELASTIN
GLYCERIN
GLYCOLIC
HYALURONIC HYDRATION
HYDROQUINONE
KOJIC
LACTIC
L-ASCORBIC LOTION
LUBRICANT NIACINAMIDE
RETINOL
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4. Chinese philosophical principle
7. Branch
8. Jewish spiritual leader
10. Slang for requests
12. “So Human An Animal” author
13. Rocker Billy
14. British Air Aces
16. Type of tree
17. “Tough Little Boys” singer Gary
19. State attorneys
20. Goddess of fertility
21. Localities
25. Beloved singer Charles
26. Clue
27. Ridge of jagged rock below sea surface
29. Helsinki neighborhood
30. Farm resident
31. Ocean
32. Where ballplayers work
39. Unable to hear
41. Cool!
42. Cape Verde capital
43. One point north of due east
44. Kilo yard (abbr.)
45. Middle Eastern nation
46. It yields Manila hemp
48. People operate it (abbr.)
49. Regenerate
50. Not healthy
51. Chinese sword
52. Mild expression of surprise
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3. Clots
4. Follows sigma
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9. Systems, doctrines, theories
11. Stony waste matter
14. Bravo! Bravo! Bravo!
15. Hostile to others
18. U.S. State
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20. Something one thinks up
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24. Belonging to us
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28. Greek goddess of the dawn
29. Snakelike fish
31. Unhappy
32. Fruit
33. Not good
34. Zero degrees Celsius
35. Goo Goo Dolls’ hit
36. Crawls into the head (folklore)
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Meeting of the Community Development Commission of the Village of Bensenville, DuPage and Cook Counties, will be held on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at 6:30 P.M., at which a Public Hearing will be held to review case No. 2023 - 13 to consider a request for:
Variation, Off-Street Parking Dimensions
Municipal Code Section 10 – 8 – 6 – 1
At 621 N IL Route 83 in an existing I-2 General Industrial District. The Public Hearing will be held in the Village Board Room at Village Hall, 12 S. Center Street, Bensenville.
The Legal Description is as follows:
LOT 8 (EXCEPT THE WEST 263 FEET (AS MEASURED ALONG THE NORTH AND SOUTH LINES THEREOF) IN O’HARE METROPOLITAN INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT, A SUBDIVISION OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 11 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JULY 20, 1970 AS DOCUMENT R70-24289, (EXCEPTING FROM THE ABOVE DESCRIBED LAND THAT PART LYING SOUTH OF A LINE DRAWN AT RIGHT ANGLES TO THE EAST LINE OF LOT 8 FROM A POINT 204.02 FEET NORTH OF THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT 8, AS MEASURED ALONG SAID EAST LINE), IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
Commonly known as 621 N IL Route 83, Bensenville, IL 60106.
621 Busse LLC of 1100 Landmeier Road, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 is the owner and BXT, Inc. of 621 N IL Route 83, Bensenville, IL 60106 is the applicant for the subject property.
Any individual with a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any public meeting held under the authority of the Village of Bensenville should contact the Village Clerk, Village of Bensenville, 12 S. Center St., Bensenville, IL 60106, (630) 766-8200, at least three (3) days in advance of the meeting.
Applicant’s application and supporting documentation may be examined by any interested parties in the office of the Community and Economic Development Department, Monday through Friday, in the Village Hall, 12 South Center Street, Bensenville, IL 60106. All interested parties may attend the Public Hearing and be heard. A link for electronic viewing will be posted on the Village website at least 48 hours prior to the meeting date. Written comments mailed to Village Hall, and online comments submitted on the Village website, will be accepted by the Community and Economic Development Department through June 6, 2023 until 5:00 P.M
Office of the Village Clerk Village of Bensenville (Published in the Bensenville Independent May 18, 2023)
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Meeting of the Community Development Commission of the Village of Bensenville, DuPage and Cook Counties, will be held on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at 6:30 P.M., at which a Public Hearing will be held to review case No. 2023 - 14 to consider a request for:
Variation, Fence in the Corner Side Yard Municipal Code Section 10 – 7 – 4C – 7a
At 143 Daniel Drive in an existing R-2 Single-Unit Dwelling District. The Public Hearing will be held in the Village Board Room at Village Hall, 12 S. Center Street, Bensenville.
The Legal Description is as follows: LOT 179 IN BRENTWOOD TERRACE, A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTH HALF OF SECTION 24 AND PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED NOVEMBER
10, 1956 AS DOCUMENT 823155 AND CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION RECORDED DECEMBER 14, 1956 AS DOCUMENT 826909 AND CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION RECORDED SEPTEMBER 12, 1957 AS DOCUMENT 856155, IN DU PAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
Commonly known as 143 Daniel Drive, Bensenville, IL 60106.
Consuelo Cabral of 143 Daniel Drive, Bensenville, IL 60106 is the owner and applicant for the subject property.
Any individual with a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any public meeting held under the authority of the Village of Bensenville should contact the Village Clerk, Village of Bensenville, 12 S. Center St., Bensenville, IL 60106, (630) 766-8200, at least three (3) days in advance of the meeting.
Applicant’s application and supporting documentation may be examined by any interested parties in the office of the Community and Economic Development Department, Monday through Friday, in the Village Hall, 12 South Center Street, Bensenville, IL 60106. All interested parties may attend the Public Hearing and be heard. A link for electronic viewing will be posted on the Village website at least 48 hours prior to the meeting date. Written comments mailed to Village Hall, and online comments submitted on the Village website, will be accepted by the Community and Economic Development Department through June 6, 2023 until 5:00 P.M
Office of the Village Clerk Village of Bensenville (Published in the Bensenville Independent May 18, 2023) 438011
LEGAL NOTICE/PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Meeting of the Community Development Commission of the Village of Bensenville, DuPage and Cook Counties, will be held on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at 6:30 P.M., at which a Public Hearing will be held to review case No. 2023 - 15 to consider a request for:
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THE PLAT OF SAID BELL FUELS RESUBDIVISION RECORDED OCTOBER 29, 1997 AS DOCUMENT R97-164754, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. LOTS 1M AND 1E IN DEVON-ELLIS RESUBDIVISION NO. 1, BEING A RESUBDIVISION IN THE WEST HALF OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER AND THE EAST HALF OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 2, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED SEPTEMBER 12, 1989 AS DOCUMENT R89-113563, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS> NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT FOR THE BENEFIT OF PARCEL 2 AS CREATED BY VACATION OF “EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS” AND DECLARATION OF EASEMENTS RECORDED JUNE 1, 1995 AS DOCUMENT R95-66368 AND CONSENT RECORDED DECEMBER 06, 2011 AS DOCUMENT R2011-148862 FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS OVER THE SOUTH 15 FEET OF LOT 1 IN BELL FUELS RESUBDIVISION RECORDED AS DOCUMENT R97164754 AND THE NORTH 15 FEET OF LOTS 2, 3, 4 AND 5 IN DEVON-ELLIS RESUBDIVISION NO. 1 RECORDED AS DOCUMENT R89-113563, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
Commonly known as 600-700 Devon Avenue, Bensenville, IL 60106.
Devon and Ellis LLC of 1100 Landmeier Road, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 is the owner and Gullo International Development Corp. of 1100 Landmeier Road, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 is the applicant for the subject property.
Any individual with a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any public meeting held under the authority of the Village of Bensenville should contact the Village Clerk, Village of Bensenville, 12 S. Center St., Bensenville, IL 60106, (630) 766-8200, at least three (3) days in advance of the meeting.
Applicant’s application and supporting documentation may be examined by any interested parties in the office of the Community and Economic Development Department, Monday through Friday, in the Village Hall, 12 South Center Street, Bensenville, IL 60106. All interested parties may attend the Public Hearing and be heard. A link for electronic viewing will be posted on the Village website at least 48 hours prior to the meeting date. Written comments mailed to Village Hall, and online comments submitted on the Village website, will be accepted by the Community and Economic Development Department through June 6, 2023 until 5:00 P.M
Office of the Village Clerk Village of Bensenville
(Published in the Bensenville Independent May 18, 2023) 438015
LEGAL NOTICE/PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
CIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED NOVEMBER 7, 1977 AS DOCUMENT R77-102033, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
Commonly known as 237-239 James Street, Bensenville, IL 60106.
FRG X IL2 LP of 171 N Aberbeen Street, No. 400, Chicago, IL 60607 is the owner and A1 an affiliate of A1 Outlet Store, Inc. of 1727 Lunt Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60018 is the applicant for the subject property.
Any individual with a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any public meeting held under the authority of the Village of Bensenville should contact the Village Clerk, Village of Bensenville, 12 S. Center St., Bensenville, IL 60106, (630) 766-8200, at least three (3) days in advance of the meeting.
Applicant’s application and supporting documentation may be examined by any interested parties in the office of the Community and Economic Development Department, Monday through Friday, in the Village Hall, 12 South Center Street, Bensenville, IL 60106. All interested parties may attend the Public Hearing and be heard. A link for electronic viewing will be posted on the Village website at least 48 hours prior to the meeting date. Written comments mailed to Village Hall, and online comments submitted on the Village website, will be accepted by the Community and Economic Development Department through June 6, 2023 until 5:00 P.M
Office of the Village Clerk Village of Bensenville
(Published in the Bensenville Independent May 18, 2023)
438016
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Meeting of the Community Development Commission of the Village of Bensenville, DuPage and Cook Counties, will be held on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at 6:30 P.M., at which a Public Hearing will be held to review case No. 2023 – 18 to consider a request for:
Zoning Text Amendments
Municipal Code Section 10 – 3 – 6
The proposed Text Amendments to the Village Code are to amend Title 10 (Zoning Ordinance), Chapter 6 (Zoning District Regulations), Chapter 7 (Uses), Chapter 8 (Off-Street Parking And Loading), and Chapter 11 (Definitions).
The Public Hearing will be held in the Village Board Room at Village Hall, 12 S. Center Street, Bensenville.
The Zoning Text Amendments are being sought by the Village Board.
Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at 6:30 P.M., at which a Public Hearing will be held to review case No. 2023 - 17 to consider a request for:
Site Plan Review
Municipal Code Section 10 – 3 – 2
Variation, Maximum Impervious Coverage
Municipal Code Section 10 – 6 – 18 – 1
Variation, Maximum Corner Side Setback
Municipal Code Section 10 – 6 – 18 – 1
Variation, Required Bicycle Parking
Municipal Code Section 10 – 8 – 5
Variation, C-2 District Parking Row
Standard
Municipal Code Section 10 – 8 – 6L
Variation, Frontage Sidewalk Width
Municipal Code Section 10 – 8 – 7E – 4
Variation, Driveway Location
Municipal Code Section 10 – 8 – 8A
Variation, Driveway Intersection Distance
Municipal Code Section 10 – 8 – 8B
Variation, Tree Preservation Replacement Rate
Municipal Code Section 10 – 9 – 2B – 1a
Variation, Street Tree Requirements
Municipal Code Section 10 – 9 – 4
Variation, Parking Lot Landscaping
Municipal Code Section 10 – 9 – 5
Variation, Buffer Yard Requirements
Municipal Code Section 10 – 9 – 6
At 800 W Irving Park Road in an existing C-2 Commercial District. The Public Hearing will be held in the Village Board Room at Village Hall, 12 S. Center Street, Bensenville.
The Legal Description is as follows:
THE WEST 294.00 FEET OF LOT 1, AS MEASURED ON THE NORTH AND SOUTH LINES, IN BLOCK ONE IN SNOBERG CONSTRUCTION COMPANY’S SUBDIVISION OF LOT 2 IN OWNERS ASSESSMENT PLAT OF PART OF SECTIONS 11 AND 14, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 11 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF SAID SNOBERG CONSTRUCTION COMPANY’S SUBDIVISION RECORDED FEBRUARY 18, 1960 AS DOCUMENT 956169 EXCEPTING THEREFROM THE NORTH 135.00 FEET OF THE EAST 7.00 FEET OF SAID WEST 294.00 FEET, AS MEASURED ALONG SAID NORTH AND SOUTH LINES, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
Commonly known as 800 W Irving Park Road, Bensenville, IL 60106. Village of Bensenville of 12 S Center Street, Bensenville, IL 60106 is the owner and A&E Luxury Apartments, LLC of 9610 Franklin Avenue, Unit 1, Franklin Park, IL 60131 is the applicant for the subject property.
At 600-700 Devon Avenue in an existing I-2 General Industrial District. The Public Hearing will be held in the Village Board Room at Village Hall, 12 S. Center Street, Bensenville.
The Legal Description is as follows: LOT 2 (EXCEPTING FROM SAID LOT 2 THAT PART DESCRIBED AS BEGINNING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 2 AFORESAID: THENCE SOUTH ALONG THE WEST LINE THEREOF 11.48 FEET; THENCE NORTHEASTERLY TO A POINT ON THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT 2 THAT IS 10.66 FEET EAST OF THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE WEST ALONG SAID NORTH LINE 10.66 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING) IN BELL FUELS RESUBDIVISION, BE-
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Meeting of the Community Development Commission of the Village of Bensenville, DuPage and Cook Counties, will be held on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at 6:30 P.M., at which a Public Hearing will be held to review case No. 2023 - 16 to consider a request for:
Special Use Permit, Retail Goods Establishment
Municipal Code Section 10 – 7 – 2 – 1 Special Use Permit, Warehousing, Storage, or Distribution Facility
Municipal Code Section 10 – 7 – 2 – 1
At 237-239 James Street in an existing I-2: General Industrial District. The Public Hearing will be held in the Village Board Room at Village Hall, 12 S. Center Street, Bensenville.
The Legal Description is as follows:
LOT 8 (EXCEPT THE EASTERLY 530.00 FEET, AS MEASURED ON THE NORTH LINE THEREOF) IN WHITE PINES CENTER FOR BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY,
Any individual with a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any public meeting held under the authority of the Village of Bensenville should contact the Village Clerk, Village of Bensenville, 12 S. Center St., Bensenville, Illinois 60106, (630) 766-8200, at least three (3) days in advance of the meeting.
Applicant’s application and supporting documentation may be examined by any interested parties in the office of the Community and Economic Development Department, Monday through Friday, in the Village Hall, 12 South Center Street, Bensenville, IL 60106. All interested parties may attend the Public Hearing and be heard. A link for electronic viewing will be posted on the Village website at least 48 hours prior to the meeting date. Written comments mailed to Village Hall, and online comments submitted on the Village website, will be accepted by the Community and Economic Development Department through June 6, 2023 until 5:00 P.M.
Office of the Village Clerk Village of Bensenville
(Published in the Bensenville Independent May 18, 2023) 438017
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Any individual with a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any public meeting held under the authority of the Village of Bensenville should contact the Village Clerk, Village of Bensenville, 12 S. Center St., Bensenville, IL 60106, (630) 766-8200, at least three (3) days in advance of the meeting.
Applicant’s application and supporting documentation may be examined by any interested parties in the office of the Community and Economic Development Department, Monday through Friday, in the Village Hall, 12 South Center Street, Bensenville, IL 60106. All interested parties may attend the Public Hearing and be heard. A link for electronic viewing will be posted on the Village website at least 48 hours prior to the meeting date. Written comments mailed to Village Hall, and online comments submitted on the Village website, will be accepted by the Community and Economic Development Department through June 6, 2023 until 5:00 P.M
Office of the Village Clerk Village of Bensenville
(Published in the Bensenville Independent May 18, 2023)
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Thank you for your mercy towards me and mine.
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The last two years have been full of changes for me—both huge and incremental.
Many of my readers have accompanied me on my journey, and for that I’m forever grateful. It’s been fraught with grief, and sadness and even, at times, despair.
And then again, hope and growth.
But sometimes—sometimes— you just have to find humor in the darkness. Dark humor I guess it is. So if you’ll bear with me, here, I’ll indulge in just a bit of that.
My husband was 56 when he died. He seemed young, but I wondered how young that really is, so I looked up the statistics online. For all males born alive, nearly 90 percent of them live past age 56. That puts my husband in the top 10 percent.
He was always an over-achiever.
I guess you could say he left me in the lurch. Or at least alone. With memories of what I used to have, and what I have now. For instance:
I used to have a husband.
Now I have an urn
He used to sit on the couch. He even had his own spot right in front of the TV. His long legs sprawled across the length of it, taking up lots of space.
Now he sits on a small table in my bedroom right near the window, where the sunshine and music of birds singing comes in during the early morning hours.
Despite this beauty, he is very contained. No more dangling legs.
He was forever charging his phone—or trying to, because he could never find his charging cord. The kids would steal it and it almost became a family joke (for everyone but him, and maybe even him now that I think about it).
I still keep his phone charged. It sits on my bedside table. I plug it in every morning. Once a week his phone reports back regarding the screen time used over the past seven days. In the last two years he’s managed to whittle his screen time down to nearly zero. (Again, he was always an over-achiever.)
He was the family photographer, and made me smile for the camera everywhere we went.
No one makes me pose for photos anymore—at restaurants, at the zoo, on the boat, at the fleet store next to the baby chicks. I used to cringe at posing; now I realize I miss him making me feel awkward, as weird as that sounds.
He used to try to pack the car before vacations. But, honestly, he wasn’t good at it. No, in all honesty, he sucked at it.
I don’t have anyone to pack the car now (thank goodness). I do it myself, and don’t have to do any repacking, but wish I did. Oh, how I wish for his mismanaged, lousy packing skills.
By JILL PERTLER Columnist
We used to get up in the morning together and make the bed together. He took one side; I took the other.
Now I get up whenever I choose. I make the bed myself. It is easy because I only have to make my side. The other side of the bed goes unused—neat and tidy. Making half the bed is so much simpler than making the whole thing, said no one ever.
I used to take life—and so many things—for granted. I used to take my husband for granted.
And then he got sick and he died, at age 56, putting him in the top 10 percent of his class. I guess that’s an A, if death gives out report cards.
But I’m pretty sure that wasn’t his plan for the end game, she said with a wry smile.
I used to have a husband.
Now I have an urn.
And it is a damn fine urn. Beautiful even. Just like our life together.
I’d challenge anyone to say anything else about it.
Enough said. No, go out and do it, whatever that is for you.
Jill Pertler is an award-winning syndicated columnist, published playwright and author. Don’t miss a slice; follow the Slices of Life page on Facebook.
Editor’s note: This op-ed was distributed by Capitol News Illinois on behalf of the Paul Simon Public Policy Institute. The opinions expressed in this article are the author’s own.
By John T. Shaw“A statesman,” said the great Prussian diplomat Otto von Bismark, “is a politician who thinks of his grandchildren.”
Three years ago, former Illinois Governor Jim Edgar and I decided to create the Paul Simon-Jim Edgar Statesmanship Award to shine a spotlight on remarkable leadership that is taking place in our state and our communities.
We were looking for Illinois political leaders who are thinking about their grandchildren—and acting to create a better future for them.
The annual Simon-Edgar Statesmanship Award is presented to an elected state or local government official in Illinois who has demonstrated a pattern of public service characterized by vision, courage, compassion, effectiveness, civility, and bipartisanship.
I believe that Governor Edgar and Senator Paul Simon, the founder of the Institute that I’m privileged to lead, represent the best of Illinois statesmanship. Governor Edgar, a loyal Republican, and Senator Simon, a steadfast Democrat, were always willing to work with members of the other party and independents to get things done for Illinois.
Governor Edgar and I are eager to receive and review nominations about inspiring leaders in Illinois—mayors who are crafting creative plans for their cities and making hard decisions to realize their aspirations; city council members who are committed to long-
term strategies for their communities; and state legislators and constitutional officers who are willing to break from party orthodoxy to advance solutions that improve the lives of fellow Illinoisans.
For our inaugural award, we selected 11 Republican members of the Illinois General Assembly who supported
a critical budget package in July 2017, breaking from their party in the interest of fiscal solvency for Illinois.
John Shaw is the director of the Paul Simon Public Policy Institute at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Shaw’s monthly column explores how Illinois can work toward better politics and smarter government.
