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Three hospitalized following head-on crash on I-290 near York exit

By Dee Longfellow

FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

Late Sunday, Illinois State Police reported that a North Carolina man took the wrong way on Interstate 290, which caused him to crash into another vehicle right at the York Chester Gordon Road exit of the expressway. The incident reportedly happened on Sunday, Dec. 30 at about 4:30 a.m.

Early state police reports said Chester Gordon, 24, of North Carolina, was traveling eastbound in the westbound lanes of I-290 when he struck the other vehicle. Gordon as well as the driver and passenger in the other car were all taken to the hospital. At that time, the crash remained under investigation and charges were pending its outcome.

Berlin’s office charges suspect Then, on Monday, Dec. 31, DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert B. Berlin announced that bond had been set for Gordon who is accused of causing the head-on collision, while driving the wrong way on I-290 that seriously injured two individuals in an oncoming vehicle. Gordon appeared at a bond hearing on Monday in front of Judge Robert Miller, who set bond at $1 million with 10% to apply.

According to Berlin’s investigators, it is alleged that at approximately 4:15 a.m., Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018, Gordon was driving his vehicle in the wrong direction westbound on I-290 near York Road. It is further alleged that while driving, Gordon crashed his car head-on into an eastbound vehicle, severely injuring the two occupants.

Following the crash, Gordon and the victims of the crash were transported

to the hospital. Both victims required surgery to treat their injuries. Gordon was arrested and taken into custody at that time.

“Like all alleged DUI cases, the case against Mr. Gordon was 100%

avoidable,” Berlin said. “Thankfully, both victims are expected to survive their injuries. As I have said numerous times in the past and is particularly relevant with today being New Year’s Eve, if you have been drinking,

do not drive. It is a very simple idea but unfortunately, in far too many instances, people feel they are all right to drive when they are not and tragedy follows.”

Gordon’s next court appearance is

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scheduled for January 16, 2019, in front of Judge Jeffrey MacKay. Members of the public are reminded that these complaints contain only charges and are not proof of the defendant’s guilt.

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Elmhurst College names 2018 Lincoln Laureate Brenda Guan, an Elmhurst College senior majoring in exercise science, has been named the College’s 2018 recipient of the Abraham Lincoln Civic Engagement and Student Laureate Award.

Accompanied by her family, Guan received the award last month during the 44th Annual Convocation and Investiture of Student Laureates at the Old State Capitol in Springfield.

Guan said she was very surprised to have won the award—she didn’t know she had even been nominated—and was delighted her parents could attend the ceremony with her.

“I’ve never seen them so proud, so happy,” she said, a first-generation college student, whose parents emigrated to the U.S. from China. “I didn’t think of myself as having done anything that prestigious, but I’m very proud and appreciative.”

Guan is first-generation college student

Each fall, one outstanding senior from each of the four-year degree-granting institutions of higher learning in Illinois is presented with the Abraham Lincoln Civic Engagement Award, becoming a student laureate of The Lincoln Academy of Illinois. Since the program’s inception in 1975, more than 2,000 students have received the honor.

Guan plans to pursue a doctorate in physical therapy after she graduates.

She currently is interning as a therapy aide at a physical therapy clinic.

She previously served as an intern at Easter Seals as an aquatic therapy aide. At Elmhurst College, she participated in the Food Recovery Network and tutored at the Learning Center. She currently serves on the executive board for Aspiring Rehabilitation Club and is vice president of risk management for her sorority.

Sensory-friendly Makery hours begin at library in January

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Elmhurst College President Troy VanAken offers congratulations to Brenda Guan, who received the Beginning Thursday, Jan. 3, The Makery at Elmhurst Public Library in- College’s Abraham Lincoln Civic Engagement and Student Laureate Award for 2018. Brenda is a senior troduces new Sensory-Friendly Hours each Thursday between 4-6 p.m. This majoring in exercise science. Her parents, who emigrated to the U.S. from China, attended the ceremoinitiative is an effort to reduce barriers between individuals and their cre- ny. “I’ve never seen them so proud, so happy,” she said.

ativity.

The Makery, a makerspace located in the Library’s basement, is a place that typically hums with the sounds of creativity and collaborating, which is reflected in its mission statement: “The Makery provides a hands-on creative space for patrons to invent, collaborate, and design as they transform their ideas into reality.”

For those who may have difficulty focusing amid the hustle-and-bustle and typical distractions, or find the sounds of the machinery over-stimulating, the Makery provides these quiet hours each week when noisier machines, such as the laser cutter and 3D printers, are turned off.

The more muted machines, such as the Ellison Die Cutter, embroidery machine, sewing machines, sticker maker, magnet maker, button machines, AccuQuilt, laminator, Cricut, and Silhouette are still available during Sensory-Friendly Hours.

Noise canceling headphones are also available for use in the Makery at all times.

For more information about the Makery, visit elmlib.org/makery.

College news Residents make Dean’s list at Bradley The following Elmhurst residents are among nearly 1700 students make the Fall 2018 Dean’s List at Bradley University. They are: Adeline Swartz, who is studying Communication; Erin McCreadie, also studying Communication; Kathleen Ross, studying Mechanical Engineering; Erin West, studying FCS Dietetics; and, Danielle Dennis, who is studying Nursing.

Ziolkowski performs in ‘Christmas on the Silver Screen’ Claire Ziolkowski, of Elmhurst, recently performed in the University of Findlay Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble’s annual Christmas concert, “Christmas on the Silver Screen.” The performance featured music from several beloved holiday films, such as “White Christmas,” “Polar Express” and “How the Grinch Stole Christmas.” The annual

concert is conducted by Jack Taylor, professor of music.

Daniel Rafac named to Dean’s list Elmhurst resident Daniel Rafac has been named to the Knox College Dean’s List of distinguished students for the 2018 Fall Term. Rafac completed high school at York Community High School in Elmhurst.

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New Year brings new van and new hopes for Elmhurst man with cerebral palsy Community raises nearly $50K to buy wheelchair accessible van

By Patti Pagni

FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

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Sam Williams was “stuck. “ Barbara Rosenberg sprung into action.

And, the Elmhurst community followed.

Williams, 35, who has cerebral palsy, has accomplished more than many able-bodied adults. He earned his Master of Public Health degree, is a peer-mentor leader for Easter Seals, and is the head coach of Synergy Boccia team, an adapted bocce ball league for those with physical disabilities. Rosenberg has known Williams since he was in kindergarten, as she was his teaching aide and the two developed a special bond.

A 17-year-old handicap-equipped van the Elmhurst resident rode in to accommodate his busy schedule finally conked out this year, and Williams was forced to turn to public transportation. Mixing that with all kinds of weather conditions and his electric wheelchair often added hours to his commute. Rosenberg knew she had to help.

“Sam was riding along on his [electric wheelchair] on the Prairie Path back and forth and using public transportation,” Rosenberg said. “He even rode all the way to Glen Ellyn just so he could get to church.”

GoFundMe starts the ball rolling Rosenberg, known throughout Elmhurst as a founder of Special Kids Day along with her husband Rich, hoped to start a GoFundMe page to raise funds to go towards a new accessible van for Sam. “I thought the van was the best gift I could think of that Sam needed,” she said. Rosenberg titled her page: “Sam Williams is stuck.”

The page not only helped raise money, but also raised awareness of Sam’s accomplishments and his struggles to keep achieving and helping others.

Donations were piling in but not enough to satisfy the cost of a new van. Not to be deterred, Rosenberg wrote a letter to local Elmhurst charity ‘No Frills.’ No Frills chooses a new beneficiary every year and over the course of seven years, the organization, run by Elmhurst residents Kristin Morrow and Dawn Wheatland, has raised more than $200,000 for those in need.

Although Williams was not the chosen recipient, the No Frills founders knew they had to help. That’s where Mindi Honken, a “friend of No Frills,” jumped in.

“I actually spotted Sam around town trying to get around…I knew we needed to do something,” said Honken. “I thought of Jen Knuth, the owner of Fitt-Rx [Elmhurst fitness gym] and together, we kind of started a side hustle that turned into a non-traditional giving tree. I put together some ornaments and displayed the tree inside Fitt-Rx.” Honken put pictures of Williams’ two children, Patrick, 10, and Caroline, 9, on the ornament along with the GoFundMe page information.

“I thought we’d raise a few thou-

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Sam Williams positions his wheelchair front and center in front of his new wheelchair accessible van made possible by generous donations from the Elmhurst community, including one anonymous donation for $30,000. Organizers of the fundraiser surrounding Williams include (from left): Dawn Wheatland, Kristin Morrow, Mindi Honken and Jen Knuth. Not pictured: Barb Rosenberg.

sand dollars,” she said.

A silent benefactor steps up What no one counted on? A man attending classes at Fitt-Rx realized he knew Williams and his story. In the spirit of holiday giving, the man and his family anonymously donated $30,000 toward the Sam’s cause.

Combined with the GoFundMe page and the Giving Tree, the generous anonymous donation was just the push Rosenberg’s effort needed to raise nearly $50,000 to purchase the specially adapted van.

“It’s like a Cadillac,” said Williams, who uses a communication device with eye recognition. “It is mind-boggling and an answered prayer. I could have never expected this much support, and I am very, very grateful.

Williams’ physical disabilities have presented many obstacles over the years, but none too great that prevented him from competing in the 2004 Paralympic Games in Athens, Greece.

“The first time I met Sam, I just looked at what he has accomplished and the struggles he has overcome, and I started to cry because he is so amazing,” said Honken. “This is super exciting. I’m still speechless.”

Williams’ mom, Sammie, also cannot believe what the community has given to her son.

“I can’t believe it,” she said. “It’s not the path I thought we were on.

Nothing like this has touched my life this closely. Witnessing this is incredible.”

The big day, the big van arrives On a recent sunny winter day, Honken, Knuth and the No Frills team picked up the new van from Mobility Works in Villa Park, and loaded themselves and a giant, colorful balloon bouquet into the new ride.

Beeping the horn as they drove down

the street, the van reveal was on. Williams, his mom, and the Rosenbergs, along with two local television news crews, were eagerly awaiting the arrival in the driveway.

After navigating his way up the brand new van’s ramp and settling

himself inside, Williams was all smiles.

“The cool thing is the impact this will allow me to have,” he said. “It will allow me to get to work, do stuff with my kids and participate in my community.”

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First graders celebrate Jesus’ Birthday

The first grade students at IC Grade School walked to Wilder Park with beautiful bell ornaments they made themselves to decorate their “Happy Birthday, Jesus!” tree. After adorning the tree, they watched teacher Shannon Foley-Gajda place the angel on top. Then the students sang the Christmas carols.

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Hops for Humanity gears up for another year of giving Beer aficionados set sights on 2019

By Paul DelGuidice FOR THE INDEPENDENT

Elmhurst residents have a history of volunteerism and helping others.

From service clubs such as Kiwanis, Rotary and Lions to “single” efforts like raising money for a library or building a new arts center, Elmhurst can be proud of its legacy of giving to others.

Patrick Sheehan and his wife Julie Miller Sheehan have added to that legacy with Hops for Humanity, a fun idea that, for four years now, has lived up to its motto: “Good Beer Doing Good.”

“I almost can’t believe we’ve hosted 16 events already,” Miller-Sheehan said.

“We’ve raised more than $160,000 for local charities. We can’t wait for 2019!”

The group of about 100 members (anyone can join for free!) gets together quarterly at an area microbrewery, craft-beer pub or other ‘suds’ related venue.

Each member is encouraged to submit the name of a charitable organization for consideration. The only rules are the charity must be a 501(c)(3) non-profit and donated funds must be used in the Chicagoland area. Everyone attending gets to sample craft beer and donates $100.

Members who submitted charity names give a short verbal presentation and the group votes on a single recipient of all the funds gathered

that evening. Sometimes ‘extras’ such as microbrewery tours and special gift crates of rare beers are auctioned off. All proceeds go to the selected charity.

Past winners have included Family Shelter Services (the first awardee back in January, 2015), Ray Graham Association, One Step Cancer Camp, No Frills Fun Run and even the Elmhurst Lions Club.

About a month after each selection event, the Hops for Humanity board members gather along with the principals of the winning charity.

A ‘large check’ is presented and, yes, some craft beer is usually served. The latest winners (Let it Be Us-Young Professionals) gathered with Hops for Humanity members at Red Arrow Tap in Elmhurst on Nov. 26 to collect a check for $10,200.

The idea of coupling a favorite hobby with charitable acts seems natural: The Turkey Trot leverages Elmhurst’s long tradition of jogging and cross-country running with helping to feed needy families.

Hops for Humanity is hosting its first 2019 event at Doc’s Victory Pub right here in Elmhurst.

Alter Brewing will provide the beer. Attendees will be able to bid on a ‘wheelbarrow of beer’ to help raise the donation total for the ARCHIVE PHOTO Elmhurst Independent lucky charity selected.

Hops for Humanity founder Pat Sheehan (right) listens to Jeff Budgell’s presentation on why his charFor more information, check out ity should receive the groups funds at the October, 2017 gathering. The DuPage Senior Citizens Council hopsforhumanity.org. was awarded $10,000 that evening.

Dr. Kelly Talks Straight

About Sciatica

Are you suffering from back pain or sciatica? Then it’s likely your biggest problem is pain. But there’s another major problem: bad information.

To end sciatica misery you must have the right information. Pay close attention because local doctor Kelly SynowiecMoroney DC is going to destroy sciatica myths and give you the facts.

MYTH: Sciatica will just “go away” with some rest.

FACT: If you are dealing with back pain, buttock pain or leg pain, then you must seek help from a doctor who is knowledgeable in sciatica immediately.

Left untreated, sciatica can lead to permanent nerve damage - and lifelong pain.

MYTH: Pain is the only problem associated with sciatica.

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Police beat

The Elmhurst Police Department 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.

contacted and stated he would no longer contact the victim.

Possession of cannabis, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of a controlled substance

Assault, battery

Dec. 20 A victim in the 200 block of E. Wilson told police at around 9:52 a.m. that he and a suspect became involved in an argument where the suspect made contact of an insulting nature to the victim. The victim declined to pursue battery charges. The suspect was contacted and denied any physical contact occurred.

Criminal damage

Dec. 23 Police said officers responded to an alarm at a nearby auto dealership in the 400 block of W. Lake at around 3:39 a.m. and found the southeast gate of the Toyota dealership to be smashed outwards. A witness related that a Toyota Highlander hit a parked vehicle then fled the scene. The vehicle was found by officers at the a nearby dealership.

Upon arrival, officers found a shattered service bay door and nothing disturbed inside.

Dec. 22 A victim in the 500 block of Emory told police at around 11:11 a.m. that two unknown suspects damaged his inflatable snowman decoration. Upon reviewing surveillance video, two teenage suspects can be seen tackling the snowman causing the damage.

Domestic battery, domestic incident

Dec. 25 A complainant in the 300 block of N. Ridgeland told police at around 9:43 p.m. that following a verbal argument, her husband allegedly struck her and grabbed her arm.

No physical injuries were observed.

Dec. 23 An 18-year-old Bensenville man was charged with domestic battery, criminal damage to a vehicle and criminal damage to property in the 900 block of N. York at around 12:56 p.m. A victim told police that the suspect had allegedly damaged the victim’s tires. The suspect later returned and allegedly battered the victim and damaged her cell phone.

DUI, illegal transportation of alcohol, open alcohol in public, consumption of alcohol by a minor, public intoxication

Dec. 25 Oscar Diaz, 51, of Chicago, was charged with DUI, illegal transportation of open alcohol, no valid driver’s license and improper stopping on a roadway subsequent to an officer responding to a report of a driver passed out behind the wheel near Route 83 and St. Charles at around 2:04 a.m.

Dec. 24 Nicole D. Singh, 37, of Bloomingdale, was charged with DUI, illegal transportation of alcohol, improper lane usage and no insurance subsequent to officers responding to a traffic crash involving a vehicle and a guard rail near Route 83 and North at around 10:31 a.m.

CALL 800-222-TIPS Dec. 23 Eduardo Anaya, 26, of Carpentersville, was charged with DUI, failure to yield to an emergency vehicle and no insurance subsequent to a traffic stop near North and Northwest at around 12:50 a.m.

John Fowler, 18, of Elmhurst; Michael Hoffman, 18, of Elmhurst; and Christopher Slowinski, 18, of Hillside, all passengers in a vehicle, were each issued citations for consumption of alcohol by a minor subsequent to a traffic stop near North and Willow at around 11:44 p.m.

Henry C. Jahelka, 25, of Burr Ridge, was charged with DUI and improper parking in a roadway subsequent to a call for a suspicious person/vehicle near First and Addison at around 7:01 a.m.

Dec. 22 Kayla Nuno, 19, of Elmhurst, was issued a citation for consumption of alcohol by a minor in the 400 block of N. Ida at around 11:27 p.m.

Emerson Rodriguez, 38, of Berwyn, was charged with DUI and driving on an unsafe tire near I-290 and St. Charles at around 1:19 a.m.

Dec. 21 Syed Akhter, 35, of Lombard, was charged with DUI, speeding and improper lane usage subsequent to a traffic stop near Route 83 and St. Charles at around 1:47 a.m.

Frank Reaber, 54, of Bensenville, was charged with DUI and improper lane usage subsequent to a traffic stop near York and I-290 at around 7:17 p.m.

Harassment, threats

Dec. 22 A victim in the 300 block of Hill told police at around 10:38 p.m. that he is being harassed by a former employee whom he terminated. The suspect left an harassing message for the victim. The suspect was

Dec. 23 Police said that subsequent to a traffic stop near North and Villa at around 10:17 p.m., Jessica Panek, 25, of Westmont, was found to have a valid warrant out of the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office. According to police, a search of the vehicle yielded a used hypodermic syringe and tin container with heroin residue. Panek was charged with unlawful possession of a controlled substance.

Dec. 21 Alexander Delbosque, 23, of Rolling Meadows, was issued a citation for possession of drug paraphernalia in the 600 block of W. North at around 4:07 p.m.

A juvenile suspect was issued a citation for possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of cannabis, while a second juvenile suspect was cited for possession of drug paraphernalia at York High School at around 7:42 a.m.

Juan Godinez, 28, of Chicago, was issued a citation for possession of cannabis and tinted windows subsequent to a traffic stop near North and Route 83 at around 12:48 a.m.

Suspicious circumstances

Dec. 22 Police said a reporting officer observed a suspicious vehicle in the 500 block of W. Grand at around 2:15 a.m. The vehicle attempted to exit the area via a grassy water detention area; however the vehicle got stuck. Two unknown male black suspects exited and would not comply with several orders. Both suspects fled on foot from the scene.

Dec. 20 A victim in the 300 block of W. Lake told police at around 2:52 p.m. that she was followed to her place of employment by her ex-boyfriend, the suspect. The victim allowed the suspect to enter her vehicle to retrieve property. She later located cannabis inside the vehicle which she claims is not hers. The victim believes the suspect placed the cannabis in her vehicle. The suspect will be issued a trespass notice for the property, investigation pending contact with the suspect.

Theft/burglary/attempted theft or burglary/identity theft/fraud/forgery/deceptive practice/obstruction/robbery

Dec. 22 Melissa Eisenhut, 39, of Glendale Heights, was charged with retail theft at a gas station in the 1000 block of N. York at around 12:33 a.m.

Dec. 21 Theft was reported in the 600 block of N. West at around 12:10 p.m. A victim told police that a gaming laptop he ordered from Dell was delivered by FedEx to a wrong address. The correct address was to be in Northlake, not Elmhurst. He notified FedEx, which is investigating the matter.

Dec. 20 Attempted theft was reported in the 300 block of E. Madison. A victim came into the station to report he received an email from an unknown source demanding bitcoins or they would release an alleged embarrassing video of the victim.

Theft was reported in the 600 block of W. North at around 4:14 p.m. A victim came into the police station to report his wallet was stolen from an unsecured locker. The driver’s license was entered into LEADS.

Dec. 17 Theft was reported in the 200 block of E. Belden at around 4:07 p.m. A victim told police that his cell phone was either lost or stolen sometime early on the morning of Dec. 16 either before or after he used a taxi cab for transportation from Chicago to his residence. The missing phone was entered into LEADS.

Nov. 8-Nov. 10 Forgery was reported in the 200 block of N. Addison. A victim came into the police station to report that an unknown suspect was able to deposit four fraudulent checks into the victim’s checking account and subsequently, withdraw cash from the victim’s account sometime between the above dates.

Feb. 1-Aug. 31, 2018 Identity theft was reported in the 700 block of S. Swain. A victim told police that an unauthorized Verizon wireless account was opened in her name using her personal information between the above dates. The victim contacted Verizon, canceled the account and the bill was waived.

SOS Jesse White announces new laws for 2019 Two new laws supported by Secretary of State Jesse White that take effect Jan. 1 include child passenger and bike safety initiatives.

The first law will require parents and caregivers to secure children in rear-facing safety seats until they are 2 years old or weigh 40 pounds or more or measure 40 or more inches tall.

“Children are five times safer riding in a rear-facing seat because their head, neck and spine are better protected in a crash,” White said. “Let’s make sure we keep our children safe by putting them in an appropriate car seat that is properly installed.”

• Car crashes are a leading cause of death for children ages 1-13, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

• The Illinois Child Passenger Protection Act states that children under age 8 must be secured in an appropriate child restraint system, including booster seats.

• Car seats have been shown to reduce fatal injury by 71 percent for infants and 54 percent for toddlers, according to NHTSA. The Secretary of State’s Office, through its Keep Me in a Safe Seat program, provides child safety seat inspections by certified child safety seat technicians at 10 Driver Services facilities throughout the state. For additional information or to schedule an appointment, call 866-247-0213 or visit www. cyberdriveillinois.com.

The second law that will be enacted at the beginning of the year places more emphasis on bicycle safety for those taking Secretary of State driver exams. Test questions

on the Dutch Reach, a technique drivers are encouraged to use in order to avoid hitting bicyclists with their car doors and other bike safety measures will be included on the Secretary of State’s driver’s exam and in the 2018/2019 Rules of the Road.

“This legislation will help improve safety between drivers and bicyclists who share the roads,” said White. “By adding questions to our written exam about bike safety, drivers will be more aware of the deadly consequences that can occur if they do not follow the Rules of the Road.”

White also reminds Illinoisans that the office issues the Bicycle Rules of the Road to ensure safe bike travel. To obtain a free copy of the Bicycle Rules of the Road, visit www. cyberdriveillinois.com or any Secretary of State’s Driver Services Facility.

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An icon of Elmhurst banking moves on

By Dee Longfellow

FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

His tall slender stature and winning smile makes him a larger-thanlife part of the Elmhurst community, being a leader not only in local banking but also throughout the community, taking part in organizations like the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Elmhurst Hospital, Elmhurst College and others. He has always greatly supported new local businesses, including the Elmhurst Independent.

Community Bank of Elmhurst Chairman of the Board William C. Gooch, Jr. has announced his retirement from banking after more than 60 years.

Pillar of the community…

It’s hard to think of Bill Gooch without thinking of Elmhurst. He has been such a large part of the community and its growth for the years he has been in banking – and that’s not just Community Bank of Elmhurst, it goes back to the days of York State Bank. He’s survived the ups and downs of the economy over the

years and has still maintained the essence of doing the best thing for the community and taking the high road in everything he does. One might say he insisted his staff use “good old-fashioned” customer service but the fact is, in Gooch’s world, it was never old-fashioned to have good face-to-face, first-name-basis relationships with customers and business associates.

“Community banking is so people-oriented,” Gooch said. “The bottom line is important, but it’s the people who really matter – both our employees and our customers.

“The way I see it, big banks have two challenges – to get people in the bank and then to keep them as customers. Community banks have only one challenge – getting people in the bank because once they’re customers, they stay with us.”

Among his accomplishments, he was member of the Board of Governors of Elmhurst Memorial Hospital from 1972 to 2014.

In his work with the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce, Gooch served as President (now Chairman of the Board) in 1969. The Chamber named Gooch Ambassador of the Year in 2008; he was awarded the

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As his wife Barbara and family members look on, Bill Gooch (left) unveils a plaque with his likeness that will be placed in the foyer of Community Bank of Elmhurst in his honor. Pictured right is George F. Hammersmith Jr., whose father co-founded the bank with Gooch.

Hammersmith was elected Chairman of the Board at the most recent meeting of the bank’s Board of Directors.

Honorary Title of “Duke of Elmhurst;” and in 2014, he was presented with the Good Works Award. In 2011, Gooch was inducted into the Elmhurst Civic Hall of Fame.

At Elmhurst College, he is still active as he has been for many years as a “Bluejay Backer.” In 1999, the organization gave him the Community Service Recognition award. Gooch also received the Legion of Honor Award by the Elmhurst Kiwanis Club.

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Elmhurst Mayor Steve Morley acknowledged Gooch’s 60 years by issuing a Mayoral proclamation from the City in his name.

The State of Illinois House of Representatives 100th General Assembly presented Gooch with a resolution symbolizing contributions to the community banking profession and the State’s respect and esteem.

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An update from Congressman Raja

Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi recently published his December newsletter to his constituents. Here are some highlights:

Slices of life

Evolution of the telephone When I was a kid, the telephone was important stuff. Like most families, we had one phone number.

Can you imagine an entire family sharing one phone number? Yet we lived through it.

When the phone rang, it was a mystery. No one had caller ID. You had to answer every call. It was usually a race because we all wanted to be the one to get to the phone first. Phone calls were exciting!

When you got a call, you were stuck – in the room with the telephone. In those days all phones were reliant on a power source known as a cord. These old fashioned cords shouldn’t be confused with charging cords. No. You had to stay plugged into the wall for the phone to function.

If your phone was in the kitchen, you were forced to talk to your boyfriend right there – in front of your mom who was stirring up the Hamburger Helper with her big ears all listening.

That wasn’t the only lack of privacy. All the phones in your house were connected. If you were talking in the kitchen, your little sister could pick up the extension in the living room and quietly eavesdrop until you heard her breathing and screamed for her to get off. Things like that used to happen all the time. Really.

If you were on the phone and

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someone else tried to call they heard a beeping noise called a busy signal and they’d have to hang up and call you later. If you weren’t home, the phone would continue ringing until the person on the other end hung up.

There were no messaging features; no record of missed calls.

When you called someone you had to dial the number manually.

You likely had dozens of phone numbers memorized. There was no auto dial. Your address book consisted of an actual book (can you believe it) where you wrote in the names and numbers by hand.

If you didn’t have a particular number, you’d look in the thick and hefty phone book supplied by the telephone company. Everyone had one. They were valuable and extremely useful commodities. If you needed a plumber or dentist you looked in the phone book. You’d never think of throwing your phone book away or using it as a doorstop.

Calls were limited and defined by distance. If someone lived in a different state, you had to use a

service called long distance. Long distance calls were expensive and were often reserved for holidays and birthdays.

When you left your house – to go to the mall or to school or wherever – your phone stayed tethered to the kitchen wall. If you needed to call someone you used a public pay phone. Calls cost a quarter.

Finally, phones were uni-tasking units. Not even the most expensive phone came with the option of any sort of camera feature and video capabilities were out of the question.

That was then. This is now. While phones are more important (not to mention smarter) than ever, our approach to them has changed.

Today my phone rings in my pocket. My husband is calling. I know this because of the ringtone.

I have different tones programmed for frequent callers, my husband being one of them. He also has his own text tone, as do all the members of my family. Each of us has our own phone and phone number. We couldn’t imagine sharing.

When other friends and family call, their contact information pops up on my screen. If a call comes from an unknown number, I don’t answer it. I don’t want to risk fielding random sales calls.

When I want to call someone,

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Strengthening education for the 21st Century “I have continued to work to modernize and promote career and technical education as a path to not only a familysustaining career, but also a middle-class life.

“Currently, there are more than 7.1 million unfilled jobs in the United States because employers simply cannot find workers with the relevant skills to fill them. As you may be aware, my legislation to modernize and reform skills education programs, “The Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act, was signed into law in July SUBMITTED PHOTO Elmhurst Independent and since then I’ve worked Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi tirelessly with Illinois educational institutions and students to help them take advantage of this new law. In November, I visited Wilbur Wright College’s career, technical, and vocational education facilities, and we met with students who will benefit from the programs and courses my legislation funds and strengthens.”

Meeting with civil rights icon John Lewis “Late in the summer, I was proud to join with Congressman and civil rights icon John Lewis to speak out on the need to ensure that every American’s right to vote is protected and fairly counted through passing the Voting Rights Advancement Act. “In his more than half a century of service, Congressman Lewis faced down Ku Klux Klan members, firehoses, and angry mobs as he courageously advocated for fundamental human rights to all Americans.

It’s inspiring to see Congressman Lewis continue his long walk for justice, having played a pivotal role in so many of the movement’s successes while bearing the scars of its struggles.

“I’m honored to serve alongside Congressman Lewis, and I’m grateful he joined me to speak out for voting rights here in Illinois.”

Working to remove ‘spoof’ dialers, harassing calls “I have introduced legislation to address a problem that many of us face: receiving phone calls from spam and ‘spoof’ dialers who take on familiar numbers and pose as government billing agencies or other authorities to scam people. This issue initially came to my attention based on my own experiences receiving harassing, computer-generated calls. To address this problem, I introduced the Stop Harassing Calls Act. “This bill would require the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to develop an ambitious plan to study illegal robo-calls and in turn make recommendations to phone carriers on what they can do to better protect their customers. Some carriers are already developing and implementing these initiatives, and it’s important that these best practices and policies become commonplace.

“The problem with spoofed calls isn’t just the enormous annoyance they impose on families, it’s also the risk they pose to every American’s health and financial safety.”

This information was provided by the office of U. S. Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi. He can be reached at his Schaumburg office at (847) 4131959 or by email to: CongressmanRaja @mail.house.gov. He is also on Facebook and Twitter.

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In my opinion

Do more of what makes you happy

As I print out the final newsletter I sent in 2018 and put it in the binder for year, I am awash in emotion. I have been sending a weekly “joy letter” since September 2008. Ten years. (I have been writing this newspaper column even longer, since May 2001.)

So much life has transpired in these last 10 years. Gratitude overflows my cup (and leaks out my eyes.)

When I first started writing my email newsletter, it was a follow-up

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to a joy workshop I had done. I had more to say. I wanted my people to stay in tune with what they had discovered about themselves and their own joy journey.

The newsletter now goes out to thousands of people across the land. (If you would like to receive, send your email address to KellyJoySimmons@gmail.com.)

I still have a lot to say. I still want to encourage people on their path. I want to uplift and fortify. And I write it for me.

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I type the first few letters of their name into my phone and the number pops up on my screen. I don’t have anyone’s phone number memorized.

Not even my kids’.

Gone are the days of busy signals and pay phones. For the most part long distance is a thing of the past – at least if you keep your calls to the 48 contiguous. The same could (almost) be said of phone books.

They’ve shrunk over the years and are currently almost too slight to qualify as paperweights.

Cords remain the one constant over time. Even smart phones are dependent on them and many a family has been known to experience discord over misplaced, lost, broken or stolen cords.

We may call them phones, but

they’ve become much more than that. From cameras to games and music, from maps to payment sources, from weather predictions to location services. And more.

Still, the telephone was created to fulfill our need to communicate and that hasn’t changed. The manner in which we approach this, however, continues to evolve. If you’d like to discuss further, feel free to contact me – via email or text, please. I prefer not to take any calls.

Jill Pertler is an award-winning syndicated columnist, published playwright, author and member of the National Society of Newspaper Columnists. Don’t miss a slice; follow the Slices of Life page on Facebook.

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KELLY SIMMONS Columnist

Everything I write is also a reminder to me. Every note that inspires you to believe in your dreams is also a message to me.

Dreams keep expanding and courage continues to be required.

To step out bigger and bolder is a leap of faith, every time.

Sometimes it’s easier, sometimes it’s not. Sometimes it’s a baby step, sometimes it a flying jump. Every time, it’s worth it.

The new year is upon us. Time for introspection and reflection. Time for attention and intention. Time for action.

That is the kicker.

We (me included) often ponder our possibilities and never move toward what we want. We see it, feel it, maybe even believe it’s possible, and we stay swirling in the comfortable familiarity.

What I have learned over and over is that the new normal is fantastic.

Any action is good. It gets me in momentum.

When I relax and trust and be me, shaky and confident at the same time, things work out. Better than

I imagine. New opportunities and invites fall from the sky. Things fall into place.

The secret to living an incredible life is first to believe it’s possible.

Second, take one action, large or small (or teeny tiny) toward what you desire. Sometimes for me that is as simple as buying a new domain name. It could be a new haircut.

A new pair of shoes. Something outwardly symbolic and empowering for you.

It could be saying no to an obligation that no longer brings you joy. It could be saying yes to something that excites you, even if it feels a wee bit scary to venture in.

Take a few minutes for some quiet time with yourself. What would you like more of this year? What would

you like less of? What can you do to make that happen?

My ceaseless motto, one I need to inhale every day: Do more of what makes you happy.

So simple. Yet we do not always heed.

Let us see the new as an adventure.

One to enjoy, to savor. To explore and discover. To love and let be.

That is my wish for you and me.

Join me, will you? Keep me up to date on your leaps and baby steps.

Let us encourage one another to do more of what makes us happy. That is how we can change the world.

Game on.

Kelly Simmons welcomes your feedback. Write kellyjoysimmons@ gmail.com.

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Brian E. Wagner Scholarship Fund plans annual Bean Bags Tournament ‘Bags for Wags’ takes place Feb. 2

The Brian E. Wagner Scholarship Fund (BEWSF) will host their ninth annual “Bags for Wags” fundraiser on Saturday, February 2nd, 2019.

The Bean Bags tournament will take place at Visitation’s Valentino Center (851 South York Road; Elmhurst, IL 60126) from 5:00 PM- 10:00 PM. Participants age 16 and over are welcome to play in the tournament. The top teams are guaranteed to win cash prizes. Come show your support for a great cause and join the festivities.

A silent auction and raffle prizes, which will include gift items valued at several hundred dollars will also be featured at the event. Spectators are welcome to cheer their favorite teams on to victory!

SUBMITTED PHOTO Elmhurst Independent Proceeds will benefit the BEWSF, Pictured are people taking part in last year’s annual “Bags for Wags” tournament, a fundraiser held in memory of Brian E. Wagner, a which was created in memory of Bri- young man from Elmhurst who passed away in an automobile accident in 1993 at the age of 16. This year’s event takes place at Visitation an Edwin Wagner whose untimely on Feb. 2. passing came at age 16 in 1993. He was the fatal passenger in an auto accident. Through the organization’s effort, scholarship proceeds are being raised to recognize local high school students who serve as leaders in the community by exercising sound judgment; and committing themselves to volunteer programs that make a positive impact in their lives and the lives of others.

The BEWSF Committee expresses their heartfelt gratitude for the support of local communities and businesses that helped cultivate the path of success for the organization over the past decade. The mission to make Brian E Wagner’s spirit of compassion known to others has been an ongoing labor of love and the foundation is proud to have helped young leaders of tomorrow. Students who exemplify the qualities of: ambition, perseverance and integrity will be considered for this award and have the chance to further their education and career goals in Brian’s memory.

The BEWSF has granted more than $60,000 since the inception of the cause and looks forward to reviewing the applications for this year’s scholarship prior to the Feb. 28, 2019 deadline.

Space is limited, so reserve soon SUBMITTED PHOTO Elmhurst Independent for your chance to become champions at the 2019 Bags for Wags Bean Bags Tournament. For more information on how to register for the Pictured are six of the eight students from Immaculate Conception Catholic Prep (ICCP) who were recognized as Illinois State Scholfundraising tournament or to learn ars. They are (from left): Peter Sykora, Amber Lewis, Olivia Hurt, Suzie Maloney, Kelly Murray and Lance Pollitz. (Not pictured: Natalie more about the BEWSF program, Murillo, Roberto Calles.) visit brianwagnerfund.org.

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Community calendar

Pick of the Week Sugar Creek Chili Golf Open Beginning at 9 a.m., the annual Sugar Creek Chili Golf Open will take place at Sugar Creek Golf Course. Get out the clubs and bundle up for a round of golf in the snow, ice, wind or whatever Mother Nature serves up on that day. – some years have been sunny and mild!

Foursomes are $160, which includes golf, chili buffet dinner and free prize drawings. To register, call 630-834-3325.

Saturday, Jan. 5 From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., ages 5 to adult are invited to drop by the Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Arts for the annual Dinosaur Day. See and touch real fossils, 3-D puzzles of dinosaur bones, and make your very own fossil imprint to take home. Dinosaur Bingo at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Fossil prizes awarded. Admission $5 per person. No registration, drop-in program. Info: 630833-1616 or lizzadromuseum.org.

Saturday, Jan 12 At 2 p.m., ages 10-18 are invited to the Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art for a 75-minute interactive program on Olympic Fossils. For students competing in Science Olympiad tournaments, dive into the world of fossils. Hand samples available, learn tips to identify fossils. Fee: $8.

Reservation required. Call 630-8331616 or visit lizzadromuseum.org Sunday, Jan. 13 The Single Mothers Support Group will meet at 12:15 p.m. Enjoy lunch with your children, then free childcare will be available during the program. The program will feature Rev. Jeff Klein speaking about community, hope and encouragement; Lina AbuJara, MD, founder of Living with Power Ministries will speak as well. Free. Info: elmhurstcrc.org/ she.

Monday, Jan. 28 Beginning at 7:30 p.m., Grammy-nominated guitarist Tommy Emmanuel will perform a concert in Hammerschmidt Chapel on the campus of Elmhurst College. The concert will benefit a scholarship

fund named for his family at the College. The Elmhurst College Gretsch Guitar Ensemble will also perform.

Tickets are $50 each and are currently on sale at elmhurst.edu/guitarbenefit. Info: (630) 617-3330.

Ongoing programs: • CLOSING Jan. 6, Hometown Holiday: It’s A Wonderful Life in Elmhurst is on display at the Elmhurst History Museum. Admission free.

Info: 630-833-1457 or visit elmhursthistory.org.

• ALSO CLOSING Jan. 6, Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art, 220 Cottage Hill Ave., presents a special exhibit “Fabergé Figurative Carvings.” Modern carvings from the House of Fabergé, feature Russian folklore figures of the Kvass Seller, the Gypsy Fortune Teller and the Vagabond made of Russian gemstone materials. Regular Museum Hours and admission apply. Info: 630-833-1616 or visit lizzadromuseum.org.

• Widows or Widowers (WOW) meet every third Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 537 S. York Road. WOW lends support and provides social activities for those who have lost a spouse. Admission: $5 per person includes live entertainment. Info: Dave at 630620-4060 or visit WOW.cfsites.org.

• The Elmhurst American Legion, T.H.B. Post No. 187, hosts a fish fry every Friday night from 6-8:30 p.m.

New York steaks are available first Friday of the month. Musical entertainment follows. Karaoke on the second Friday of each month. Bingo on Wednesdays, starting with Early Birds at 6:45 p.m. Info: 630-8337800.

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Programs coming to Elmhurst Public Library

Friday, Jan. 4 from 2-4:30 p.m. Friday Features Oscar Winners: From Here to Eternity Enjoy an afternoon at the movies featuring classic Oscar winning titles this January.

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asts of all levels: bring a project to work on, share your knowledge and show off your projects while socializing and having fun at this Library club. Simple project ideas are available for beginners. No registration required.

Wednesday, Jan. 9 from 7-8:30 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 4 from 3-4 p.m. • Wine Club Learn about and discuss wine with other aficionados. Ancestry.com [Library Edition] Basics Learn basic features of this research database includAge 21+. No registration required. ing searching techniques, an overview of available collections, and more. Registration required.

Saturday, Jan. 5 or Monday, Jan. 7 from 9:30-9:50 a.m.

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Chicka Chicka Baby Drop-in Join us under the Alphabet Tree in the Kids’ Library Marketing for Your Small Business Improve your marketing strategy. Learn tricks with for twenty minutes of songs and rhymes perfect for infants. Make visiting the library a regular part of your ba- email marketing, social media, and other methods to move your business forward. Presented with Kelly Carby’s week. No registration required. penter, Spitfire, and Fox Valley SCORE. Registration required.

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Drop-In: Get Your Resume Ready Get hands-on help navigating the world of electronic Friday, Jan. 11 from 2-4:30 p.m. applications and resumes. Prepare a pertinent list of in- Friday Features Oscar Winners: The Sting Enjoy an afternoon at the movies featuring classic Osformation prior to attending. EPL cardholders only. Regcar winning titles this January. istration recommended but not required.

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‘Lift up your voices’

Under the direction of Music teacher Mark Watson, the 3rd graders at Immaculate Conception Grade School sing for their parents and other guests at the annual Christmas Pageant held Wednesday, Dec. 19.

Re-enacting a birth in Bethlehem

Ending with a long-standing school tradition, the 8th grade students re-enacted the Nativity of Jesus Christ at the ICGS Christmas Pageant.

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(Continued from page 7) A Tale of Two Clocks when the [bank president] told me There are two clocks that sit in Bill he wanted to give me a promotion to Gooch’s office at Community Bank Cashier,” Gooch said. “I was so flatof Elmhurst, which he will like- tered until I realized it was his way ly soon clear out, pack up and take of not having to pay me overtime!” home. One clock is inscribed “OcOverall, it is a bittersweet farewell tober 16, 1989” as a nod to the 25 for Bill Gooch. He’s had such an outyears that Gooch spent at York State standing career and been blessed in Bank in Elmhurst. The smaller clock life with his wife Barbara and their reads: “May 24, 1993-May 24, 2018” lovely family as well. He will be to commemorate the 25th anniversa- missed at the bank, but he’ll likely ry of the chartering of Community still be around.

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After all, they say, “bankers never He likes to recall starting his bank- die, they just lose interest.” Here’s ing career in 1958 at West Chicago wishing Bill Gooch a wonderful, State Bank, a $6 million community long, restful and yes, interesting rebank that he says set the stage for his tirement. On behalf of the communi60-plus year career in the industry. ty, thank you for all you have done “I hadn’t worked there very long for Elmhurst.

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Enjoying the festivities

Pictured here enjoying the bountiful buffet put out by Community of Bank of Elmhurst for the Chamber of Commerce holiday party are Sharon and Dr. Gerard Putz of Science Olympiad. The annual get-together was held Thursday, Dec. 13.

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Charity Ahlgrim, who formerly worked for Community Bank of Elmhurst before retiring, gets a big hug from CBE’s Rich Reichert (left) and good friend Scott Sutherland at the ECCI holiday party held at the bank on Thursday, Dec. 13.

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Prestigious English Country Manor set back on a beautiful 75 x 190 center of town lot. A perfect blend of old world charm with modern updates, this home is a one-of-a-kind opportunity in one of Elmhurst’s most sought after neighborhoods. Boasting 4 finished levels of living space, a modern floor plan, 5 bedrooms, a master suite with spa bath and walk-in closets, 1st floor office, a finished basement with bar/rec room/ wine cellar/full bath/bedroom, 3 fireplaces, smart home technology for sound/HVAC/lighting, an oversized 2 car garage with conditioned workshop, and relaxing screened porch overlooking a beautifully landscaped front yard with western exposure. Many new updates – high efficiency furnace (2016), roof (2014), master bath with heated floors (2010), and garage & workshop (2004). With a walk to town/train location and in award-winning Hawthorne/Sandburg schools, this is a must see!

College View 2-Story

College View 2-Story

Opened up and expanded 2-story with walk to everything that makes Elmhurst such a sought-after destination - the Metra, City Centre, Wilder Park, Elmhurst Library/Art Museum/Wilder Mansion, Hawthorne Elementary & ICGS/ICCP campus. Dual $550,000

Opened up and expanded 2-story with walk to everything that makes Elmhurst such a soughtafter destination - the Metra, City Centre, Wilder Park, Elmhurst Library/Art Museum/Wilder Mansion, Hawthorne Elementary & ICGS/ICCP campus. Dual zone HVAC, an open 1st floor with HWF’s, full bath, home office/bedroom, large kitchen island & eating area, & stacked stone fireplace. 3 large bedrooms up with fresh carpeting, volume ceilings, guest bath, & huge master suite with sitting area & master bath. LL has a bar, laundry, exercise/5th bedroom, 1/2 bath, and storage. Oversized, 200 ft deep lot with detached 2 car garage. $550,000

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Across from the Park!

Across from the Park!

4 bed, 2 bath expanded cape cod across from the Jaycee Tot Lot/Playground, blocks from Berens Park/Hub Splash Park/ Wagner Community Center. 1st floor -large kitchen, family room, attached 2.5 car garage, bath, office/bedroom, living $439,900

Great Opportunity Awaits!

Great Opportunity Awaits!

This beautiful home located on quiet cul-de-sac is just what you have been searching for. A fantastic floor plan - 2-story living room, great entertaining space in your open-concept kitchen and family room complete with fireplace and slider to $317,000 ry live De 019 2 ing Spr

This beautiful home located on quiet cul-desac is just what you have been searching for. A fantastic floor plan - 2-story living room, great entertaining space in your open-concept kitchen and family room complete with fireplace and slider to your patio and tranquil backyard retreat. Escape upstairs to your massive Master with volume ceilings, large walk-in closet, and ensuite with soaker tub, separate shower and dual sinks. Location can’t be beat just steps to parks and playgrounds, bike trails, White Pines golf course, schools, and major transportation routes. $317,000

3 New Home Sites

3 New Home Sites

Choose from 3 luxury home sites being built by long-time Elmhurst builder, Forma Nova Homes and work alongside your own interior designer to pick out all the finishes and fixtures. Fresh, new front elevations and floor plans, sure to

Choose from 3 luxury home sites being built by long-time Elmhurst builder, Forma Nova Homes and work alongside your own interior designer to pick out all the finishes and fixtures. Fresh, new front elevations and floor plans, sure to stand out from all the rest and all set in Elmhurst’s most sought-after neighborhoods.

Offering over 4,500sf of finished living space with gracious 10 ft first floor ceilings, hardwood floors & extensive trim/ceiling detail throughout, 5 beds, 4.5 baths, 3-car garage, custom kitchen, high-end appliance package, and a finished basement with bar, wine room and more! Call (630) 279-9500 for pricing/ floor plans/locations.

First Time Buyer

First Time Buyer

This Elmhurst split level boasts over 2,800 SF of finished living space w/ 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a 2.5 car garage, newly remodeled eat-in kitchen, & new carpet/paint. The LL has a huge walkout family rm to the fenced back yard, $374,900

This Elmhurst split level boasts over 2,800 SF of finished living space w/ 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a 2.5 car garage, newly remodeled eat-in kitchen, & new carpet/ paint. The LL has a huge walkout family rm to the fenced back yard, bedroom & a new spa-like bathroom. 3 oversized bedrooms up w/ double closets & another large full bathroom.

Finished bsmt rec space, storage, & laundry room. In south Elmhurst w/ easy commuter access to highways/ airports, Elmhurst schools, & Oak Brook mall. Two generations have lovingly cared for & maintained this home. $374,900

Danby Woods Gem!

Danby Woods Gem!

You’re sure to be impressed w/ this ‘Southern Living’ gem w/ custom fluted trim on all 3 floors, separate formals, 1st floor laundry/mudrm, eat-in kitchen, 1st floor family rm, & custombuilt fireplace mantels. 4 BRs up, 3 w/ direct bathroom access, $579,900

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Huge backyard with patio. Close to downtown Elmhurst & quick access to highways.

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You’re sure to be impressed w/ this ‘Southern Living’ gem w/ custom fluted trim on all 3 floors, separate formals, 1st floor laundry/mudrm, eat-in kitchen, 1st floor family rm, & custom-built fireplace mantels. 4 BRs up, 3 w/ direct bathroom access, 3 fireplaces, one w/ dual exposure to the master BR & master bath. 2 magnificent libraries, a lower level in-law arrangement w/ private bath & wet bar w/ sink, fridge & dishwasher. Covered porch & 2nd floor veranda overlooking a expansive paver brick patio & large yard w/ irrigation & impressive landscaping, a heated 2 car attached garage w/ epoxy floors, & charming Coach House! $579,900

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This solid home in highly regarded Crescent park is situated on a 63 x 120 corner lot. 3 Bedrooms and 2 full Bathrooms this home has timeless style and is in impeccable condition.

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Beautifully expanded cape cod in Stratford Hills just blocks from Jefferson Elementary & the IL Prairie Path. Recently updated and expanded offering 4 beds, 2.5 baths, a beautifully landscaped & private yard. Updates include $475,000 NEW PRICE!

Beautifully expanded cape cod in Stratford Hills just blocks from Jefferson Elementary & the IL Prairie Path. Recently updated and expanded offering 4 beds, 2.5 baths, a beautifully landscaped & private yard. Updates include kitchen with granite island & SS appliances, roof, windows, HVAC, basement bar, first floor family room, vinyl fence, bathrooms, flooring, & paint.

1st floor full bath & bedroom with 3 beds & full bath up. Oversized 2 car garage with roll up door to backyard - perfect for backyard parties. Large outdoor patio with playset. Finished basement with exterior staircase. Nothing to do but move in! $475,000

Best in the Venetian Pointe

Best in the Venetian Pointe

This stunning 2 Bedroom/2 Bath unit has the ideal view of the pond and features nearly 1600 sqft. Gorgeous Gourmet Kitchen w/ SS Appls/Granite CT, Custom Cabinets, Island, Open Concept Design with tons of Natural Light! Luxurious

The pride of ownership is on display at this expanded 3 bed / 1.5 bath split level in south Elmhurst. Offering a rare, 1st floor family room with vaulted ceilings and gas fireplace off its open kitchen with breakfast bar and dining area with vented $389,900

The pride of ownership is on display at this expanded 3 bed / 1.5 bath split level in south Elmhurst. Offering a rare, 1st floor family room with vaulted ceilings and gas fireplace off its open kitchen with breakfast bar and dining area with vented skylight. 3 spacious bedrooms up w/ with HWF’s and a full bath. The LL offers a large rec rm, laundry rm, half bath & exterior access.

Many windows replaced in 2005 & new tear off roof & 6” sanitary line w/ cleanout in 2010. Dead-ends at Eldridge Park & Salt Creek Path. $389,900

This stunning 2 Bedroom/2 Bath unit has the ideal view of the pond and features nearly 1600 sqft. Gorgeous Gourmet Kitchen w/ SS Appls/Granite CT, Custom Cabinets, Island, Open Concept Design with tons of Natural Light! Luxurious Master Suite w/ En Suite Bathrooms and Private Guest Quarters. Easy Living with heated indoor parking, party room for the holidays and Exercise Room! Arterial Location to Entertainment and Easy Access to Highway! $265,000

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Move-in Ready!

Move-in Ready!

This solid home in highly regarded Crescent park is situated on a 63 x 120 corner lot. 3 Bedrooms and 2 full Bathrooms this home has timeless style and is in impeccable condition. One level living featuring beautiful hardwood floors, gorgeous marble surround fireplace and lot of natural light.

Basement is ultimate man cave with HUGE recreation room and full bathroom. Attached 2 car garage w/ sun filled Florida Room!

Builder’s Own Home

Builder’s Own Home

This masonry masterpiece has all the bells & whistles one could want. Extensive millwork, ceiling detail, & hardwood flooring throughout. Loaded w/ top end appliances, custom cabinetry & closets, surround sound, home office, outdoor $1,179,000

This masonry masterpiece has all the bells & whistles one could want. Extensive millwork, ceiling detail, & hardwood flooring throughout.

Loaded w/ top end appliances, custom cabinetry & closets, surround sound, home office, outdoor kitchen w/ paver patio/pergola & fireplace, 2 fireplaces, finished basement set up for radiant heat & w/ exterior access, 3 car garage, backup generator, irrigation, fenced yard w/ professional landscaping, paver walkways & driveway, 5 beds up, 4.5 baths, steam showers. All this with Lincoln school, the IL Prairie Path & Spring Rd Business District at your front door! $1,179,000

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This Charming English Tudor has 5 bedroom, 3 bath home w/ over 3,100sf of living space & beautiful dark hardwood floors on the 1st & 2nd floor. Additional features include unique aggregate brick masonry with lannon stone highlights that $865,000

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314 S. Kenilworth This Charming English Tudor has 5 bedroom, 3 bath home w/ over 3,100sf of living space & beautiful dark hardwood floors on the 1st & 2nd floor. Additional features include unique aggregate brick masonry with lannon stone highlights that enhance this home’s architecture. A beautiful blue/green slate roof w/ wide copper gutters frames the dramatic gable ends & dormers providing texture and interest for this one of a kind well maintained home. The 90 x 190 premium lot offers substantial room for expansion of this Kenilworth jewel. Walk to town, the train, Wilder Park, the Library, the Elmhurst Art Museum, nationally ranked schools; Immaculate Conception Schools and Elmhurst District 205 Hawthorne, Sandburg and York HS. The homes on South Kenilworth Avenue bordered by Saint Charles Rd & Adelia St include a Frank Lloyd Wright house & some of the most desirable properties in Elmhurst w/ a mixture of historic older & custom-built new homes. $865,000

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STATEPOINT CROSSWORD THEME: AMERICAN AUTHORS

ACROSS 22. Hawaiian dish 1. ____bat or ____phobe 23. *”Slouching Towards Beth5. *Old Man’s turf lehem” essayist 8. Old-fashioned “over” 26. Tax break 11. Group of countries 30. Singer Yoko 12. Bayonet action 31. Bodily fluids 13. Sailing vessel with two masts 34. Three-ply snack 15. *”Up the Down Stair____” 35. Parkinson’s disease drug

by Kaufman 37. Debt acknowledgement 16. Philosopher Marx 38. Special way of doing some17. Poetic although thing 18. *Whaling writer 39. EU money 20. Soak some ink 40. Chevy Chase’s 1985 comedy 21. Golf course 42. One little piggie?

43. Plunder book 45. Bias crime perpetrators 2. Chowder protein 47. Pied Piper’s follower 3. “A ____ is a ____ is a ____...”

48. Feed the fire 4. Plural of ocellus 50. Rare bills 5. Corn holder 52. *Female Nobel winner 6. British peers 55. Olden day calculators 7. Having the means 56. Home-grown healer 8. Doctor Octopus’ first name 57. H.S. math class 9. Not counterfeit 59. Azaria and Aaron 10. Greek R 60. Known for its cabs 12. Fit for some jeans 61. Sports award 13. Shish ____ 62. ‘re 14. *”Invisible Man” author 63. “But I heard him exclaim, 19. Actress Davis ____ he drove out of sight, Merry 22. Product of inflammation Christmas to all...”

23. Dished out 64. Wander about 24. Empower 25. Morrison’s “The ____” Community Bank of Elmhurst Board DOWN 26. “Open and ____” case is very humbling,” Hammersmith 1. *”Dr. Seuss’s ____” alphabet 27. About to explode said. “It will require my very best to continue their successful leadership.

CBE is poised to continue its wonderful business relationship with Elmhurst into the future.

“Along with President and CEO Richard W. Reichert and an excellent staff, I am excited at the opportunity to move forward. After all, CBE is Elmhurst’s Original Community Bank.”

CBE recently concluded its 25th anniversary year often citing the story of how the senior Hammersmith and Gooch came together to re-create a true community bank again in Elmhurst. Their friendship and community dedication resulted in the Community Bank of Elmhurst and its achievements since.

CBE announces new Board Chair At its meeting on Friday, Dec. 14, the Board of Directors of the Community Bank of Elmhurst (CBE) voted unanimously to elect George F. Hammersmith, Jr. George F. its third Chairman Hammersmith, since the Bank’s Jr. founding in 1993.

Hammersmith, son of co-founder of the bank, the late George F. Hammersmith, Sr., follows William C. Gooch, Jr., the bank’s other cofounder, who recently retired after more than 60 years in banking.

Hammersmith has been Vice Chairman of the Board since 2004.

“Following my father and Bill Gooch as Chairman of the

Realty group’s Toys For Tots collection surpasses 2100 toys Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff Realty Group’s offices received more than 2,100 toys during their annual Toys For Tots drive, according to company officials. Twenty office locations throughout Chicagoland served as drop-off points in their respective communities during the month-long drive. Some offices held events to encourage additional toy donations.

“The Marines have been conducting Toys For Tots for so many years

and they do a fantastic job,” said CEO Nancy Nagy. “We sincerely thank everyone who donated toys or volunteered their time to help make our collection so robust. Because of your support, many more children will experience the magic of Christmas this year.”

The U.S. Marine Corp. Reserve Toys for Tots Foundation collects new, unwrapped toys each year, and delivers them to less fortunate children in the community.

Public Notice NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 76573 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on DECEMBER 11, 2018, wherein the business firm of MAYNE STREET TRAVEL LOCATED AT 195 S. VILLA AVENUE, SUITE 4, ADDISON, IL 60101 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) DONNA ROGUS, HOME ADDRESS 195 S. VILLA AVENUE, SUITE 4, ADDISON, IL 60101 and ROSS MEREL, HOME ADDRESS 195 S. VILLA AVENUE, SUITE 4, ADDISON, IL 60101.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 11TH day of DECEMBER, A.D. 2018.

PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Dec. 20 & 27, 2018 & Jan. 3, 2019) 335201

NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 76562 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on DECEMBER 7, 2018, wherein the business firm of MORDIS INS AND FIN SVCS LOCATED AT 253 N YORK STREET, SUITE 2S, ELMHURST, IL 60126 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) DAVID L MORDIS, HOME ADDRESS 10501 BLOOMFIELD DRIVE, PALOS PARK, IL 60464.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 7TH day of DECEMBER, A.D. 2018.

JEAN KACZMAREK Jean Kaczmarek DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Dec. 27, 2018, Jan 3 & 10, 2019) 335588

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Sports Jan. 3, 2019 • 21

Timothy Christian’s Harris hits for 33 and 24 points at York’s Tosh York girls basketball team wins Montini consolation championship

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Timothy Christian boys basketball team came away with a pair of wins at the always-competitive 32-team Jack Tosh Holiday Classic hosted

by York.

The Trojans opened play with a 56-37 loss to Wheaton North. Timothy led 15-12 after the first quarter, but was outscored 16-7 in the second quarter and 19-6 in the fourth quarter.

Zach Orange and Josh Harris each had 10 points for the Trojans. Jack Baldridge added nine points. Timothy shot 43.3 percent from the field. Danardo Jones added six rebounds, while AJ Vos had four rebounds. Matt Owens had three assists.

Timothy then edged Wheaton St. Francis 55-53. The Trojans led 20-13 after one and 33-25 at halftime. St. Francis outscored Timothy 28-22 in the second half.

Harris exploded for 24 points in the contest on 10 of 17 shooting. He sank three 3-pointers. Vos added 10 points, while Jones and Owens each had seven points. Jones also had 11 rebounds, while Orange and Owens each had four rebounds. Jones had four assists and Harris had two steals.

Timothy shot 38.8 percent from the field.

The Trojans were 66-61 winners over Elk Grove on the third day of the tournament. Elk Grove led 15-11 after the first quarter and 31-19 at intermission.

Timothy outscored Elk Grove 26-8 in the third quarter and the two teams combined for 43 points in the fourth quarter (Elk Grove 22-21 advantage).

Harris again was a key cog for the Trojans. He finished with 33 points on 13 of 20 shooting. He made four 3-pointers and three free throws. Jones added 10 points, while Vos had nine points and Owens finished with seven points. Jones had 12 rebounds. Owens pulled in six rebounds and had six assists. Orange and Harris each had four rebounds. Timothy shot 49.1 percent from the field.

The Trojans wrapped up play at York with a 57-51 loss to Sandburg. Timothy trailed 16-14 after the first quarter and 28-27 at halftime. The Trojans were down only 37-36 heading into the fourth quarter.

Vos led the way with 15 points, while Owens had 11 points. Harris added eight points and Orange had six points. Jones pulled in nine rebounds. Owens had four rebounds. Harris finished with three steals. Timothy sank 8 of 20 three-point tries with Vos, Ornge and Harris each making two.

York girls basketball After a slow start, the York girls basketball team won its final three games to finish 3-1 and win the consolation championship at the 10th annual Montini Christmas Tournament in Lombard.

York started the tournament with a 47-38 loss to Geneva. The Dukes then defeated Huntley 53-28 and downed Hersey 37-33.

The Dukes closed out play with a 46-32 win against Marian Catholic in the consolation-championship contest.

IC Catholic Prep boys basketball The IC Catholic Prep boys basketball team competed in its own IC Catholic Prep-Westmont tournament. The Knights opened play with a 66-63 loss to Elmwood Park.

IC Catholic Prep then lost 49-48 to Chicago Perspectives IIT/Joslin in the second game and then won a 53-46 decision against Chicago Legal Prep.

The Knights closed out the tournament with a 76-66 loss to Chicago Perspectives Charter/Leadership.

In the 49-48 loss to Perspectives IIT/Joslin, the Knights led 15-14 after the first quarter and 23-20 at halftime. The Knights carried a 41-36 lead into the fourth quarter, but Perspectives outscored them 13-7 in the final stanza.

Chauncey Lee led the Knights with 15 points. Mike Carpanzano added 12 points, while Zach Jordan had 10 points. Dom Gaudio hit two 3-pointers to finish with six points. Carpanzano also finished with two 3-pointers.

Jordan hit the team’s other 3.

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York junior Nate Shockey runs the Dukes’ offense against St. Ignatius on Friday, Dec. 28 at the Jack Tosh Classic tourney held at York. Shockey led all scorers with 24 points in York’s 66-58 win.

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Timothy Christian girls basketball team splits four games at Lisle Trojans advance to consolation championship game

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Timothy Christian girls basketball team split its four games during the Lisle Christmas tournament.

Timothy opened play with a 4644 loss to Antioch. Sarah Carstensen had 19 points, while Jordyn Strube finished with 14 points. Lauren Gehrke had six points. Strube hit two 3-pointers, as did Gehrke.

Carstensen and Sureya Alex each hit one 3-pointer. Timothy shot 6 for 13 from the free-throw line and 37 percent from the field.

Carstensen had eight rebounds, while Hannah Schruinga, returning from injury, and Gehrke each had six rebounds. Grtea Hoogstra had four rebounds. Carstensen had two steals and two assists.

Timothy then downed longtime conference rival Chicago Christian

49-35 at Lisle. Schuringa and Strube led the way with 14 points each.

Schuringa shot 7-for-11 from the field. Alex added eight points, while Carstensen had seven points.

Strube and Alex each had two 3-pointers, while Carstensen and Gehrke each had one 3-pointer.

Carstensen was a perfect 4-for-4 from the free-throw line.

Carstensen grabbed seven rebounds, while Strube had six rebounds and Gehrke had five rebounds. Schuringa had three steals and Alex had four assists.

Timothy made it two wins in a row at Lisle with a 47-37 win over Rockford Jefferson. Strube again led the way with 16 points on 7-for-15 shooting. Schuringa had 12 points on 5-for-10 from the field. Alex ended with seven points. Strube made two 3-pointers, while Alex had the team’s other 3-pointer.

Schuringa had 12 rebounds and Carstensen added five rebounds.

Strube had four steals, while Alex had three assists.

Timothy finished play at Lisle with a 47-37 loss to Elgin St. Edward in the consolation championship game.

Schuringa led the way with 13 points, while Carstensen had 12 points. Timothy shot 27 percent from the field.

Strube added six points.

Schuringa and Hoogstra each had eight rebounds. Hoogstra also blocked five shots. Schuringa and Hoogstra combined for eight of the team’s 16 offensive rebounds in the game. Alex had four assists.

Timothy returns to action Monday on the road in Palos Heights when it again faces Chicago Christian. Timothy’s only loss in Metro Suburban Conference Red Division play thus far was to Chicago Christian back in late November.

IC Catholic Prep girls basketball team competes in Bloomington-Normal Wagner’s 12 points help Knights down Sherrard

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The IC Catholic Prep girls basketball team competed in the recent 40th annual State Farm Holiday Classic in the Bloomington-Normal area. The event, which features boys and girls teams in four total divisions, is billed as America’s largest coed holiday basketball tournament.

The Knights, competing in the small-school girls’ division, opened play with a 56-45 loss to Rochester

at Normal Community High School.

Rochester led 17-13 after the first quarter and 28-25 at halftime. Rochester pulled away in the third quarter thanks to a 20-11 run.

Alia Johnson led the Knights with 13 points. Jaida Smith added nine points, while Claire Wagner had right points and Hannah Johnson had six points. Annie Guinan and Smith each made a 3-pointer. IC Catholic Prep shot 9 of 17 from the free-throw line.

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Shockey poured in 24 points to help the York boys basketball team defeat St. Ignatius at the Jack Tosh Holiday Classic. He also had 18 points in the Dukes’ triumph over Stagg in the tournament. Against Ignatius, Shockey shot 5-for-8 from the 3-point line. He went 4-for-7 from the 3-point line in the Stagg contest.

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36-33 win over Sherrard in a game played at Bloomington High School.

IC Catholic Prep trailed 11-10 after the first quarter and 17-16 at halftime.

The Knights outscored Sherrard 10-2 in the third quarter and then fended off a 14-10 Sherrard comeback in the fourth quarter to win the game.

Wagner led the Knights with 12 points. Alia Johnson added six points and Cate Radoha had five points, as did Gia Gaudio. Wagner sank two 3-pointers, while Radoha and Gaudio each had one 3-pointer. The Knights shot 10 of 15 from the foul line.

The Knights then lost 32-24 to Rock Island Alleman at Bloomington High School. Alleman led 12-4 after the first quarter and 17-11 at halftime. Alleman opened its lead further by outscoring IC Catholic Prep 8-4 in the third quarter.

Alia Johnson led the knights with six points. Gabi Zanoni had four points and Wagner had one 3-pointer.

Juanita Herrera also made a 3-pointer.

IC Catholic Prep wrapped up play in the third-place consolation game against Rockford Lutheran at Normal Community and dropped a 6053 decision.

The Knights led 12-9 after the first quarter and 25-23 at halftime. Rockford Lutheran outscored IC Catholic Prep 17-14 in the third quarter and 20-14 in the fourth quarter.

Alia Johnson led IC Catholic Prep with 17 points. Wagner and Hannah Johnson each had eight points, as did Jaida Smith. Radoha had one 3-pointer and finished with five points. Eight IC Catholic Prep girls scored in the game.

IC Catholic Prep returns to action tonight at home at 7:30 p.m. against Elgin St. Edward.

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York boys swimming team fourth at own invitational

Jensen, Marlott log runner-up finishes

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The York boys swimming team closed out the 2018 portion of its schedule by taking fourth at its own 13th annual York Invite.

The Dukes ended with 162.5 points. The Plainfield co-op team won the title with 339 points. Sandburg was second with 220 points, while Chicago Jones-Payton co-op was third with 198 points.

Ben Harrington took eighth for the Dukes in the 50 freestyle with a time of 23.79. Nick Ward tied for 10th place in the event with a 24.02.

Connor Groya took eighth in the 100 freestyle with a time of 51.19.

Ward was 12th with a time of 52.94.

Groya was fifth in the 200 free with a time of 1:52.19. Cameron Mullis took 21st with a time of 2:03.82.

Jay Jensen was third for the Dukes in the 500 with a time of 4:57.52.

Josh Allen took 15th with a time of 5:32.01.

Allen was 14th in the backstroke with a time of 1:03.27. Anthony Bauer was right behind him in 15th place with a time of 1:03.22.

Harrington was eighth in the breaststroke with a time of 1:08.11.

Jacob Dunlap was 12th in 1:09.71.

Isaac Marlott was fifth in the 100 butterfly with a time of 55.32.

Dunlap was 14th with a time of 1:01.76.

Marlott was second in the 100 IM with a time of 58.93, while Andrew Hausoul was ninth in 1:02.41.

Jensen took second in the 200 IM with a time of 2:04.39. Ryan Marti was 19th in 2:23.56. Simon David took fifth in the diving competition with 329.45 points. Owen David was ninth with a score of 267.10.

York was fourth in the 200 free relay in 1:34.76 with Ward, Will Yasdick, Groya and Harrington at the helm.

The Dukes took third in the 400 relay with a time of 3:25.99. That team included Harrington, Marlott, Groya and Jensen.

York finished in sixth in the 200 medley relay with a time of 1:46.96. That team featured Bauer, Jensen, Marlott and Ward.

In earlier action, the Dukes competed at the West Chicago Wildcat Relays event.

York took eighth in the 200 medley relay with a time of 1:55.93.

That team included Bauer, a sophomore, junior Carson Hicks, Hausoul, a sophomore, and Mullis, also a 10th grader.

The 500 free relay was sixth in 4:48.03 with junior Max Shemroske, Allen, a sophomore, Ward, a senior, and Dunlap, a sophomore.

York’s 400 medley relay team took second in 4:08.84 with Harrington, a sophomore, Bauer, Groya, a freshman, and Marlott, a senior.

York was seventh in the JV 200 medley relay with Allen, sophomore Kessler Dayton, Dunlap and freshman Ryan Marti.

York took fourth in the 200 free relay in 1:37.48 with Harrington, Mullis, Hausoul and Ward. York was fifth in the 200 butterfly relay with a time of 1:52.05. That group included Dunlap, Shemroske, Hausoul and Marlott.

York was fifth in the 800 free relay in 8:04.68 with Groya, Mullis, Ward and Harrington.

In the 200 backstroke relay York was third in 1:51.38 with Bauer, Allen, Groya and Marlott.

York took sixth in the 200 breaststroke relay in 2:18.37 with Hausoul, Dayton, Marti and Hicks. York was seventh in the JV 200 free relay with a time of 1:43.44 with Dunlap, Bauer, Allen and Mullis.

The Dukes finished third in the 400 free relay in a time of 3:30.68 with Ward, Marlott, Groya and Harrington.

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York boys basketball team continues white-hot winning ways Dukes win first four games at own Jack Tosh Holiday Classic

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The York boys basketball team was all about winning over the holidays.

The Dukes won their first four games in their own Jack Tosh Holiday Classic 32team tournament. That 4-0 mark sent York to the championship game of the tournament that occurred after the Independent’s press time. The Independent will have more on that game and York’s impressive season thus far in next week’s edition.

York opened play in the Jack Tosh Holiday Classic with a 44-28 win over Tinley Park Andrew. York trailed 12-9 after the first quarter, but righted the ship with a 16-7 second quarter to take a 25-19 lead into the third. York outscored Andrew 11-4 in the third quarter and 8-3 in the fourth.

York forced 20 more turnovers and held Andrew to 31 percent shooting from the floor.

Erik Cohn and Sam Walsh each had 12 points to lead the Dukes. Nick Kosich added seven points. Walsh also had five rebounds, while Cohn had four rebounds. Nate Shockey had four assists and five steals. Kosich had four steals and Cohn had two steals.

York had more steals (13) than it committed turnovers (10) in the contest. Kosich and Cohn each made a 3-pointer.

York then notched a 60-44 win over Palos Heights Stagg in its second game. York led 14-12 after the first quarter and then tore it up again in the second quarter, using a 14-5 run to take a 28-17 lead into halftime. Stagg came out hot in the third quarter and cut the lead to 38-35. York outscored Stagg 22-9 in the fourth quarter.

York again forced 20 turnovers in the contest.

Shockey led the Dukes with 18 points, while Cohn had 17 points and Kosich had 11 points. Mike Pedote chipped in with five points. York shot 56.1 percent from the field, 39.1 percent from the 3-point line and 71.4 percent from the free-throw line.

Shockey made 4 of 7 three-pointers, while Cohn had two 3-pointers. Shockey

John Milling, York senior, plays ‘D’ against the St. Ignatius Wolfpack. At press time, the Dukes were 4-0 in their own Jack Tosh Classic tourney.

The Dukes’ Sam Walsh at the free throw line vs. St. Ignatius on Friday, Dec. 28. The York senior scored 17 against the Wolfpack.

Senior Nick Kosich was one of four York and Walsh each had four rebounds. Kosich players to score in the game: He added 13 and Walsh each had three assists. Shockey of the Dukes’ 66 total points.

and Cohn each had four steals. York had 14 steals and committed only 11 turnovers.

Day three of the tournament saw the Dukes down Chicago St. Ignatius 66-58 to move to the semifinals.

York led 18-13 after the first quarter and 39-22 at halftime thanks to a 21-9 barrage in the second quarter. St. Ignatius outscored York 36-27 in the second half.

York’s scoring balance continued with Shockey leading all scorers with 24 points.

He shot 7-for-13 from the field, including 5-for-8 from behind the arc. He also made 5 of 7 free throws. Walsh added 17 points and sank seven free throws. Kosich had 13 points and Cohn had 12 points. Only four York players scored in the contest.

Shockey, Cohn and Walsh each had four rebounds. Kosich had seven assists, while Shockey had four assists. York had 15 assists on 20 buckets made. The Dukes shot 60.6 percent from the field, 57.9 percent from the 3-point arc (11 for 19) and 62.5 percent from the free-throw line (15-for-24). York forced Ignatius into 14 turnovers, bringing its three-day forced turnover total to 54.

York then defeated Burbank St. Laurence 62-38 in the semifinals to advance to the Tosh finale against fellow West Suburban Conference member Downers Grove South.

York led 14-11 in the first quarter and used a 14-5 second-quarter run to go up 2816 at intermission. York outscored St. Laurence 12-6 in the third quarter.

Walsh had 18 points, while Cohn had 14 points and Kosich had 10 points. Pedote came off the bench to score seven points and Jeff Grace had two buckets for four points.

Ten York players scored in the contest.

York shot 61.5 percent from the field and 60 percent from the 3-point line (6-for-10).

Cohn made three 3-pointers in as many attempts, while Kosich made two and Pedote sank one. Walsh was 4-for-5 from the freethrow line. Walsh also had five rebounds, as did John Milling. Kosich had four rebounds.

Milling added five assists, while Walsh Sophomore Jeff Grace on defense. The had four. York had 13 assists on 24 buckets Dukes forced Ignatius into 14 turnovers in made. the game.

The Dukes forced 21 more turnovers to give them 75 in four games. Kosich had four steals, while Milling and Grace each had three. Pedote and Walsh each had two steals.

York last won the tournament in 2015, the third year the field expanded to 32 teams.

The Dukes also were Tosh winners in 2012, 1980 and 1979. This is the sixth year the tournament has featured 32 teams.

In terms of tournament records, through four games York has obliterated the steals per game record for a team held by St. Patrick (11.2) in 2016. York was at 18.8. York’s 21, 20 and 20 steal performances are better than the old record of 16 shared by Metea Valley (2016), St. Patrick (2016) and HighErik Cohn, a senior, brings the ball up land Park (2017). for the Dukes. He scored 12 points in the game.

Hassan Iqbal, a senior, gets back on defense for the Dukes.

Senior Mike Pedote looks to pass.

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County’s CRS rating results in discounted insurance rates

DuPage County recently earned a rating in the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Community Rating System (CRS) program that can save unincorporated residents up to 20 percent on their flood insurance costs.

The CRS program credits government agencies for efforts that go above and beyond standard flood protection for property owners. Following an evaluation, a community receives a rating on a scale from 1 to 10, and a corresponding reduction in FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program premium is offered to the community’s residents.

DuPage County received a CRS rating of 6, meaning unincorporated residents in floodplains are eligible to receive up to a 20 percent discount on their flood insurance premiums. DuPage County officially became enrolled in the program Oct. 1.

Unincorporated residents who pay flood insurance should contact their insurance provider about how to save money due to DuPage’s new CRS rating.

ty Board members dedicated the DuPage County Health Department Community Center in honor of former Board member Linda Kurzawa.

Kurzawa served as the president of the DuPage County Board of Health from 1999 until 2018 and served as a County Board member for 18 years.

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Commemorating over 60 Years of Service to families of Elmhurst and adjacent communities

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Sixty years ago Mr. Vern Pedersen founded what is now Pedersen-Ryberg funeral home. Over this period of time it has become synonymous with caring, empathy and service at the time when it is most needed and expected, celebrating the lives of those dearest to us.

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