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City Council elects Minority Report on Roberto’s issue Key issue: who pays for landscaping to buffer residents from parking lots?

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“The Minority Report sounds like it was written by an attorney.”

Kusich went on to say that Plan B of the Minority Report was not the same Plan B that was presented to the Zoning & Planning Commission (ZPC). He pointed out several discrepancies.

“We oppose the application because there is no evidence of need, no impact studies have been done, and there seems to be no concern for quality of life,” he said.

The City Council meeting held on Monday, Oct. 4 began with almost an hour of comments during public forum, most of whom were the neighbors of Roberto’s Restaurant, where an applicant is seeking conditional use permits to build parking lots at 283 W. Eggleston and 272-276 W. Eggleston.

Among the speakers, many of whom lived on Eggleston, was Michael Kusich, with Wild Trace townhomes, which abut the site.

Resident calls out Polomsky “We’ve read both the Majority and Resident Michael Novak called the Minority Reports and we agree out 3rd Ward Ald. Dannee Polomsky with the Majority Report,” he said.

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By Dee Longfellow

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On Saturday, Oct. 2, the York High School football team met Glenbard West on the Hilltoppers’ own field where the Dukes were able to defeat the long-time rivals by a score of 12-10. It was a nail-biter until the end, when the Dukes scored a field goal in final

seconds of the game.

This means that in the West Suburban Conference Silver Division, York has gone 6-0 for the season and is now automatically slated for the playoffs.

It was the Dukes’ first win over the Hilltoppers since 2007.

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GMTT presents ‘Spooky stories, songs of season’

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Pictured is the cast of Greenman Theatre Troupe, which will present “Spooky Stories and Songs of the Season” on Friday, Oct. 8 and Saturday, Oct. 9 at 6:30 p.m. both evenings. Friday’s performance is outdoors on the lawn of the First Methodist Church, while Saturday’s takes place indoors at Community Bank of Elmhurst at 133 No. York. (Masks required.) Story and another photo inside.

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SCARCE awards Elmhurst library with Earth Flag The School & Community Assistance for Recycling and Composting Education (SCARCE) presented Elmhurst Public Library with an Earth Flag at its recent Library Board meeting. Earth Flags honor schools, corporations, and organizations promoting more sustainable practices, such as recycling, green cleaning, and energy conservation within their institutions. The DuPage County Board issued a Resolution of Commendation for the Library’s “exemplary efforts and outstanding sustainability accomplishments” during the ceremony as well.

Over the last two and a half years, the library has partnered with SCARCE to evaluate the building’s environmental impact. Using SCARCE’s Green Audit as a guide, the library reviewed energy use, water consumption, indoor air quality, recycling efforts, and took concrete steps to make improvements. Some notable efforts include an updated and automated HVAC system, LED lighting upgrades, downward facing exterior lights that limit pollution, carpet squares that are easy to clean or replace, and a reflective white rock roof, which was part of the library’s original building design.

All about resource-sharing All of these efforts dovetail nicely with the library’s most classic function -- resource sharing. By lending out special craft, kitchen, and technology items in addition to books, the library is environmentally-friendly by design.

To further benefit the community, the library circulates eco-friendly tools in its collection like the Killa-watt, an electricity usage monitor, and a Thermal Leak Detector.

Additionally, the library regularly offers programs on subjects related to conservation and the environment.

Recent topics include composting, native plants, and insects. Other notable efforts include a Walk/ Ride/Share campaign to help ease parking issues at the library and

and partner in promoting environmental education and awareness in the ways we can lessen our impact on the earth. The library will continue to learn and search for ways we can serve our community, while

being stewards of the environment.”

SCARCE is an award-winning environmental education non-profit based in Addison. For details on how to earn an Earth flag: www. scarce.org/earth-flags

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Ladies of the Elks plan indoor garage sale The Elmhurst Ladies of the Elks will hold an indoor garage sale at the Elks lodge at 711 W. St. Charles Rd. The sale will take place Thursday, Oct. 21 and Friday, Oct. 22 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. each day and from 8

Reception Thursday, Oct. 7 for UCCA’s Susie Sands After serving for 22 years, Susie Sands is stepping down as President of the United Community Concerns Association (UCCA). UCCA does a Holiday food drive every year that serves all the families within the District 205 borders.

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Nashville fundraiser to benefit American Legion The Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce & Industry (ECCI) and American Legion Post THB 187 will stage the Second Annual Nashville Songwriter Fundraiser in the Legion’s Normandy Banquet Room on Saturday, Oct. 16, from 6 to 10 p.m., thanks to funding support from the City’s Explore Elmhurst Grant Program.

The event will feature the return of country singer/songwriter Jason Sever, along with acclaimed singers, songwriters and record producers Frank Myers and Ralph Anthony Smith.

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(Continued from front page) “I spoke with several sitting elected officials and many of them said the Minority Report is ‘insane,’” he said. “We are not standing for any of this.”

He held up a stack of papers in one of his hands.

“I have the lawsuit right here, ready to roll,” Dungan said. “We asked for basic things, but there are still no traffic studies. We are pro-development.

There are good projects and bad projects. Please find your moral compass and do the right thing.”

Following public forum, the City Council held a long discussion of the differences between the Majority and Minority Reports but ultimately, the vote came down to a tie of 6 yeas, 6 nays, and two absent. In the case of a tie, the Mayor votes to break it. Mayor Levin voted with the Minority Report.

(Details of the vote follow.)

• an inlet or drainage structure is to be installed at the northeast corner of the north parking lot property to assist with maintaining existing drainage patterns and directing storm water away from the property at 271 W. Eggleston.

• dumpsters with screening are to be placed as required by ordinance. The dumpster “shall be constructed in the rear yard of the 465-469 So. Spring building and shall be surrounded by building structure or solid fence on all sides.”

• a fence permit will be required for parking lots.

City staff will ensure that bollards and fencing are installed as required.

[Ed. note: This is only a portion of the Plan, which can be found in full in boarddocs at the City’s web site.]

Details of the Report The Minority Report (then, the Majority Report after the vote) indicates, in part, that: • the applicant is to install an 8-foot opaque fence along the east side of the proposed north parking lot adjacent to 271 W. Eggleston, along the east side of the south parking lot adjacent to 270 and 262 W. Eggleston, and along the rear of the sin‘I have the lawsuit right here’ gle-family home properties located at 270 and 266 A resident named Grant Dungan came to the mi- W. Eggleston, where they are adjacent to the south crophone with papers in his hands. parking lot.

Who pays for buffers?

The main issue of the Report that was discussed through the meeting was what to do about buffering between the neighboring properties and the parking lot. The Report reads that the applicant “shall reimburse costs of trees and/or other botanical landscaping, including planting along the adjacent property lines… in an amount not to exceed $58,760. This is $121 per linear foot of adjacent property….”

The question was whether homeowners should provide their own landscaping, trees or other buffers, then be reimbursed by the applicant; or should the applicant provide the landscaping on residents’ properties; or should landscaping buffers be provided by and placed on the applicant’s property.

Ultimately, aldermen decided that the applicant should pay for the landscaping and that it should be on the applicant’s own property, not the residents’.

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“You said, ‘residents in this neighborhood are in part dependent on the vibrancy of the Spring Road businesses,’” he recalled. “This is wrong, it is the opposite. We are not dependent on those businesses, they are dependent on us!”

Mark Daniel, a local attorney, brought up the landscaping portion, in which the Report proposes the homeowners put in their own buffers – landscaping, trees, fencing, etc. -- between their property and the parking lot and that the applicant would later reimburse them.

“You are asking neighbors to install a buffer on their own property – to give up from six feet to up to 200 feet of their property to appease this applicant,” Daniel said. “That is absurd.”

Later in the meeting during the aldermen’s discussion, Daniel raised his hand several times but was told by Mayor Levin that the deliberation of the Council was not a time for audience participation. The mayor suggested he put his hand down, as he would not be allowed to speak. When Daniel continued to raise his hand, Levin admonished him that he was “out of order.”

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The vote is taken “I will now reiterate what we’re doing,” Levin said before the vote. “Before us is a motion to substitute the Majority with the Minority Report.”

The vote was a tie of 6 to 6 with two absences to accept the Minority Report. Levin broke the tie, voting with the Minority Report.

Those who voted with the Minority Report were Aldermen Marti Deuter (1st Ward), Bob Dunn (2nd), Dannee Polomsky (3rd), Noel P. Talluto (4th) and Tina Park (5th), James Neudara (5th).

Those who voted with the Majority Report were Aldermen Jacob Hill (2nd Ward), Christopher Jensen (3rd), Emily Bastedo (6th), Michael Honquest (6th), Mark A. Mulliner (7th) and Mike Brennan (7th).

(Aldermen Jennifer Veremis (1st) and Brian P. Cahill (4th) were absent.)

Discussion will continue at a future meeting of the Elmhurst City Council.

[Ed. note: Due to press deadlines, the Independent was unable to get the exact names of those who spoke during public forum. We apologize if some are misspelled.]

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GreenMan Theatre presents ‘Spooky Stories and Songs of the Season’ Friday and Saturday GreenMan Theatre presents their annual event “Spooky Stories and Songs of the Season,” which offers performances developed by participants in a storytelling class taught by Carolyn Thomas-Davidoff. Performances are Friday, Oct. 8 and Saturday, Oct. 9.

Several genres of stories will be offered, such as classic tales that come out of the oral tradition, literary tales written by a specific author, personal tales, and urban legends.

“Spooky Stories and Songs of the Season” is presented in two sets with a brief intermission. The program is recommended for adults and children ages 8 and older.

The storytellers joining Thomas-Davidoff in the production include Cassy Beach (who is also Music Director), Marilyn Connolly, Pat Cooley, Becca Easley, Laurel Poe Gallagher, Katie Lahey, Nikki Lahey, Debbie Proska, Alma Read,

Rhys Read, Steven Soria, and Larry Vietsky.

Thomas-Davidoff worked with each of them closely in her storytelling class and through the rehearsal process, developing the production.

Thomas-Davidoff stressed that the storytellers shouldn’t be concerned with memorizing their stories but rather just tell them the best way they can through visualizing the details and including them in their stories one detail at a time.

“My mental image for it is that it’s like fingering a string of rosary beads with your mind,” she explained.

“You go from bead-to-bead until you’re done.”

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, performances of “Spooky Stories and Songs of the Season” will be a little different this year.

On Friday, Oct. 8, the show will be held at 6:30 p.m. outdoors on the lawn at First United Methodist

Church at 232 S. York. Patrons are requested to bring a lawn chair for the outdoor performance on Friday.

The second performance will be indoors at the Community Bank of Elmhurst, 133 N. York, also at 6:30.

Rain date for the Friday outdoor show is Sunday at 4 p.m.

There are two performances only.

The show begins at 6:30 pm on both evenings.

Suggested donation is $10. Free parking is available. For more information or for ticket reservations, please call 630-464-2646 or visit www.greenmantheatre.org. For the indoor performance, patrons will be asked to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or provide a negative test result performed within 72 hours of the Saturday show. Patrons will also need to be masked properly [nose and mouth covered] for the indoor performance at Community Bank of Elmhurst.

Bond set for four of seven charged with continuing financial crimes enterprise involving U.S. Postal Service

Single Mothers to meet Sunday

On Sunday, Oct. 10, the Single Mothers event will be held at Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church, 149 W. Brush Hill Rd., from 12:152:30 p.m. Complimentary lunch for all attendees and childcare is provided for ages 3-12 during the program. All single mothers are invited to come for support, fellowship and inspiration. Our topic for the month is the story of Hector Rios, who will share “How to Free Yourself of Financial Stress.” There is no fee to attend. Masks are required. For more information about the event, visit elmhurstcrc.org/she or send an email to: janeloe@aol.com.

two Class 2 felonies).

Taylor, Jakes and Brown were also taken into custody by the Naperville Police Department that same day on arrest warrants of $100,000 with 10 percent to apply. Jakes and Brown posted the necessary 10 percent, or $10,000, and were released the same day. Taylor posted bond on Sept. 28 and was released from custody. All defendants other than Haynes have been charged with continuing financial crimes enterprise and identity theft.

Additionally, Taylor and Jakes have been charged with mail fraud and wire fraud. All bonds were set in accordance with previously issued arrest warrants.

Outstanding $100,000 with 10 percent to apply arrest warrants are in effect for Tucker, Britton and May. Judge O’Connell also granted the state’s motion for a source of funds hearing for Taylor at which the defendant must prove that any funds used for bond were not illegally obtained.

Defendants Taylor and Jakes were active postal carriers at the time of the alleged scheme.

It is alleged that as part of a scheme to launder illicit gift cards by redeeming them for United States currency, postal carriers Taylor and Jakes, who deliver mail throughout Naperville, stole credit/debit cards from the mail and gave them to Haynes. It is alleged that Haynes and other defendants would then activate the stolen credit/ debit cards and use them to purchase Visa/MasterCard gift cards from various stores, including Home Depot, Walmart, and Sam’s Club.

It is further alleged that Haynes and other defendants would then take the gift cards to currency exchanges in Chicago and Oak Park, where they would then redeem them for United States currency.

The alleged scheme was uncovered when credit/debit card companies mailed new credit/debit cards to victims whose credit/debit cards were due to expire. When none of the victims received their new credit/debit cards, it was determined that they were allegedly stolen out of the mail.

It is alleged that the amount of money swindled from the victims, most of whom live in Naperville, exceeds $50,000, divided between approximately forty victims.

“The charges against these seven individuals are the direct result of local and federal agencies working together for the common good,” Berlin said. “The allegations that these seven individuals, two of whom were employees of the federal government, stole victims’ identities in an attempt to line their own pockets at the expense of others are very disturbing.

I want to stress however, that the alleged involvement of two active postal carriers is in no way indicative of the outstanding men and women of the U.S. Postal Service who perform their duties with pride and professionalism on a daily basis to ensure the smooth operations of the postal service on which we all rely.”

“This was outstanding work by our investigations personnel, and I want to thank them all for their commitment to solving this long-term case and seeking justice for the victims,” said Interim Police Chief Jason Arres. “Complex investigations like this aren’t possible without interagency cooperation, so I’d also like to thank the U.S. Postal Inspection Service and the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office for their involvement.”

Special Agent-in-Charge Andre Martin, Great Lakes Area Field Office, U.S. Postal Service Office of Inspector General said, “These arrests represent our commitment to work with our law enforcement partners to maintain the integrity and trust in the U.S. Mail. The majority of postal employees are hard-working public servants dedicated to moving mail to its proper destination. Unfortunately, those arrested decided to betray the public’s trust and steal mail from postal customers. The USPS OIG, along with the law enforcement community, remain committed to safeguarding the integrity of the U.S. Mail and ensuring the accountability and integrity of U.S. Postal Service employees.”

All defendants’ cases will be in front of Judge O’Connell.

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Pictured is Carolyn Thomas-Davidoff, director of Spooky Stories and Songs of the Season which will be held on Friday, Oct. 8 and Saturday, Oct. 9 beginning at 6:30 p.m. each night. Friday’s performance is outdoors on the lawn of the First Methodist Church, while Saturday’s takes place indoors at Community Bank of Elmhurst at 133 N. York. (Masks required.)

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Named in the 11-count indictment, which was filed in DuPage County on Sept. 16, are: Vosheaa Haynes, 36, of Aurora; Shavonna Taylor, 33, of Aurora; Ariel Jakes, 21, of Naperville; Deyona Tucker, 30, of Chicago; Laketha Britton, 27 of Chicago; Octavia May, 29, of Romeoville; and Stephanie Brown, 35, of Chicago. On Sept.

21, Haynes was taken into custody by the Naperville Police Department. She posted the necessary 10 percent of her $250,000 arrest warrant, or $25,000, and was released the same day.

Haynes has been charged with two counts of organizer of a continuing financial crimes enterprise (Class X felony), two counts of continuing financial crimes enterprise (Class 1 felony), one count of mail fraud (Class 3 felony), three counts of wire fraud (Class 3 felony) and three counts of identity theft (one Class 1 felony and

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Police beat

The Elmhurst Police Department recently reported the following arrests and citations.

Persons charged with domestic battery are not named in order to protect the privacy of victims. 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.

plainant’s vehicle.

Sept. 26 Britany N. Lee, 31, of Wood Dale, was charged with DUI, endangering the health or life of a child, possession of a switchblade knife, unlawful possession of cannabis by a driver, improper lane usage, a child restraint violation and no insurance near Palmer Drive and E. Marion at 9:40 a.m.

Assault, battery Sept. 29 Sean G. Frank, 19, of Palatine, was charged with two counts of battery and obstructing identification, while Bobby J. Lucci, 24, of Mount Ephraim, N.J., was charged with obstructing identification in the 600 block of W. North at 11:50 p.m. Officers responded to the above location for the report of a subject who was allegedly pepper-sprayed. Prior to police arrival, the two suspects allegedly fled the scene in a white SUV. A traffic stop was conducted. During the investigation, police said officers learned Frank struck the victim in the face and was subsequently pepper-sprayed.

Frank and Lucci provided officers with false names, according to police.

Sept. 24 Kia D. Eskew, 30, of Arlington Heights, was charged with aggravated battery to a person over 60, aggravated battery on a public way and improper passing of cars going in the opposite direction subsequent to a vehicle crash near St. Charles and Berkley at 1:50 p.m. Police said Eskew was found to have battered the victim.

Criminal damage, criminal trespass Sept. 25 Kirk Nelson Jr., 33, of Chicago, was charged with criminal trespass to a vehicle near North and Glade at 10:12 p.m.

Sept. 24 Police said a reporting officer met with the complainant in the 100 block of N. Addison who reported a portion of the railing at the northwest corner of the parking garage was forcibly removed, causing damage to the concrete wall.

Police said a reporting officer met with the victim in the 600 block of S. Hawthorne at 9:36 p.m. who reported an unknown group of juveniles damaged a glass panel on the exterior door of her residence.

Domestic battery, domestic incident, disorderly conduct, disturbance Sept. 29 According to police, a victim in the 100 block of N. Addison reported that subsequent to a verbal argument, the suspect grabbed her and pulled her out of her vehicle, knocked her to the ground, and struck her. An officer observed injuries on the victim’s body. An arrest warrant for domestic battery was obtained.

Sept. 27 A complainant in the 300 block of Yorkfield told police at 10 p.m. that during a verbal argument, the suspect threw an unknown object at her. The suspect related during an argument, he threw an ice cube at the door and it did not strike the complainant. Due to no signs of injury and conflicting statements, no arrests were made.

CALL 800-222-TIPS Sept. 26 Abel Martinez Rivas, 39, of Bensenville, was issued citations for disorderly conduct and damage to property in the 600 block of N. Adele at 8:57 p.m. Police said officers responded to the above location for the report of a fight in progress. The complainant reported two subjects were fighting on his property. The reporting officer made contact with the victim who reported Martinez Rivas allegedly incited a physical altercation after attempting to remove the passenger from the victim’s vehicle.

Police said the suspect stated he was attempting to prevent his son from leaving with the victim.

Lisabeth Ramirez, 37, of Elmhurst, was issued a citation for disorderly conduct and issued a no-trespass notice at a restaurant in the 800 block of N. York at 6:15 p.m. Police said a reporting officer met with the complainant who reported Ramirez was upset and threw a container of gravy at the drive-thru counter.

Sept. 25 A 23-year-old Aurora man was charged with two counts of domestic battery in the 500 block of W. Grand at 2:40 a.m. Police said a victim reported that the suspect slapped and pushed her.

Police said a reporting officer responded to the 100 block of E. Butterfield at 3:30 p.m. for a disturbance call. The suspect yelled and cursed at the complainant and her children.

The suspect left the scene prior to police arrival.

Police said officers met with a victim in the 600 block of W. Belden at 10:48 p.m. who reported several subjects in vehicles threw eggs at her house. Villa Park officers later located the vehicle and the juvenile suspects who admitted to being involved. All suspects were cited for befouling property and released to their parents.

Sept. 24 Police said a reporting officer responded to an ambulance assist. The reporting officer spoke with a juvenile who stated she hit her sister in the face causing her nose to bleed.

The juvenile was taken to Elmhurst Hospital for a psychological evaluation per the mother’s request.

DUI, DUI-drugs, illegal transportation of alcohol, illegal possession of alcohol, consumption of alcohol by a minor Sept. 27 Edith Costilla Galindo, 39, of Elk Grove Village, was charged with DUI, improper lane usage and no insurance in the 600 block of W. North at 8:43 p.m. Police said a complainant related that Costilla Galindo struck a guardrail, was swerving, and nearly struck the com-

Sept. 25 Andrew Erisman, 19, of Elmhurst, was issued a citation for hosting an underage party where alcohol was consumed by minors in the 200 block of N. Oak at 10:47 p.m. Erisman, Lauren Polich, 19, of Burr Ridge; Shane Olson, 18, of Waterford, Wis.; and Audrey Renaud, 20, of Redford, Mich., all were issued citations for consumption of alcohol by a minor.

Sept. 24 Police said a reporting officer spoke with a school staff member at York High School who reported two instances of a juvenile suspect appearing to be under the influence of alcohol.

In one case, a reporting officer met with the suspect and detected a strong odor of alcoholic beverage. The juvenile was released to a parent. A juvenile disposition is pending. In the second case, a reporting officer met with the suspect who admitted to consuming alcohol while under the age of 21. The juvenile was released to a parent. A juvenile disposition is pending.

Fleeing, eluding

According to information provided last week by the Elmhurst Police Department, police reported one incident of fleeing and eluding in which drivers of a vehicle or a motorcycle reportedly fled after a traffic stop was conducted.

Harassment, threats Sept. 23 Police said a reporting officer met with Elmhurst University Security at 4:09 p.m. who requested extra patrols after an employee was asked to leave following a verbal disagreement with a supervisor.

Suspicious circumstances Sept. 29 A complainant in the 200 block of W. Fremont related at 8:44 p.m. that while watching his security camera footage, he observed a vehicle (possibly a small, older model BMW) flashing its lights as it was parked in his driveway. A suspect described as an Hispanic male between 18 and 28 exited the vehicle, approached the complainant’s front door and was waving his fists in a threatening manner.

Sept. 20-Sept. 26 Police said a complainant in the 600 block of Hillside related he observed the basement’s window well grate was open sometime between the above dates and neither his family members nor his landscapers touched the grate. Cobwebs were undisturbed on the well and no entry was made.

Theft or burglary/identity theft/fraud/forgery/ deceptive practice/ obstruction/robbery Sept. 29 Theft of vehicle parts was reported in the

400 block of E. Park at 1:48 a.m. A complainant related he heard a noise outside and observed two suspects near the victim’s vehicle. The suspect’s vehicle, a dark-colored sedan, was seen leaving the area southbound on Park Avenue. Upon officers’ arrival, it was determined the catalytic converter was removed from the vehicle.

Theft was reported at a workout facility in the 600 block of N. York at 9:14 p.m. A victim told police that while he was working out, an unknown suspect(s) cut the lock on his locker and stole cash from his wallet.

Retail theft was reported at a pharmacy in the 100 block of W. North at 7:01 p.m. A complainant related while he was assisting another customer, he heard the front door’s security alarm. Upon reviewing video surveillance, two suspects were seen concealing two bottles of Dove body wash and exiting the store without paying for the merchandise. At this time, it is unknown how much merchandise was stolen. The suspects were described as black females between the ages of 25 and 45.

Sept. 25 Identity theft was reported in the 200 block of Cayuga at 4:03 p.m. A victim told police that an unknown suspect(s) fraudulently used her personal information and her credit card information to purchase merchandise. The victim canceled her credit card and alerted the credit bureaus of the incident.

Sept. 23-Sept. 24 Burglary to a vehicle was reported in the 400 block of W. Lake. A victim told police that an unknown suspect(s) shattered the rear passenger side window of his locked vehicle and stole several tools sometime between the above dates.

Sept. 18-Sept. 23 Theft was reported at a business in the 100 block of N. Addison. A complainant told police that an unknown suspect(s) removed several signs from the windows outside of the business on two separate occasions sometime between the above dates.

Sept. 15 Identity theft was reported in the 400 block of N. West at 11:29 a.m. A victim told police that an unknown suspect(s) used her personal information to open a credit card account. The victim was contacted by Discover Bank which was able to cancel the application. The victim believes her information was compromised from a T-Mobile security breach.

Warrant arrest

Sept. 27 Police said an officer responded to the lobby of the police station at 8:33 p.m. for a subject, Omar Ramirez, 20, of Chicago, who was turning himself in on a warrant from the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office. Ramirez was taken into custody and processed on the warrant.

Sept. 23 Police said officers responded to an area near Lake and West at 5:26 p.m. for the report of a vehicle vs. concrete barrier. Lee C. Coleman 34, and Bethany Dixon, 34, both of Elk Grove Village, were observed leaving the scene on foot, according to police. They were located and placed under arrest. Coleman was charged with driving while license suspended and failure to give information after striking property and was found to be wanted on several warrants. Police said Dixon was also found to have several outstanding warrants and was in possession of a controlled substance. She was charged with unlawful possession of a controlled substance.

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Cindy Cronin Cahill exploring run for County Board in Dist. 1 Cindy Cronin Cahill, former City Treasurer of Elmhurst, is exploring her candidacy for DuPage County Board, District 1.

“I am excited about the chance to run for DuPage County Board,” Cindy said. “I have lived in Elmhurst my entire life and my husband, Jerry, and I have raised our five children here.

There is nothing more important to me – and nothing more fulfilling – than service to our neighbors and our community. I genuinely feel the call

to serve.”

Cindy Cronin Cahill grew up in Elmhurst and attended Sandburg Middle School and ICCP High School. She graduated from University of Notre Dame in 1980 with a degree in accounting and earned her CPA. From 1980 through 1988, she served as auditor at Ernst & Young, LLP, rising to the position of manager of the Governmental Audit Group.

In 1988, she opened her own accounting firm in Elmhurst, Cahill &

Jensen CPAs, LLC. For the past 33 years, she has served the accounting needs of countless small businesses and families in DuPage County.

Cindy is dedicated to serving her community. From 1989 to 1993, she served as Treasurer of City of Elmhurst and, from 2012 through 2019, she served as a commissioner with the Illinois Liquor Control Commission. She also serves as Trustee with the Notre Dame Club of Chicago Scholarship Foundation and, from

2002 through 2005, served on the University of Notre Dame Alumni Board.

Cindy is building her team to run for the Republican nomination for DuPage County Board, District 1, which includes the towns (or portions) of Elmhurst, Villa Park, Lombard, Addison, Bensenville, Wood Dale, Itasca, Elk Grove, Bloomingdale, Glendale Heights and Roselle.

Cindy intends to make a formal announcement later this fall.

Bob and Marcia had three children, Jane (Robert) Ebisch, Betsy Goltermann (Ed Momkus) and John (Heather) Goltermann.

Bob was a proud grandfather to his six grandchildren, and an uncle, great-uncle and great-great uncle to many nephews and nieces.

Bob was a CPA and, after sitting for the exam, worked in public accounting at Price Waterhouse. After a few years he and Marcia started a manufacturing representative agency (Bob Goltermann Associates) and a manufacturing company, KI Industries, Inc. (formerly known as Knobs Incorporated). At KI, he worked alongside his brother Carl, daughter Betsy and nephew Dave Goltermann.

His entrepreneurial spirit, vision of the future, and optimism led him into a number of other business ventures and endeavors. He relished a good opportunity with measured

risk and spent happy years as a real estate developer in Sedona, Arizona.

He was committed to his community and family, and supported many missions that advanced music, art, education, and history. He was a supporter of the Lyric Opera, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, the Art Institute of Chicago, the Elmhurst Art Museum, Elmhurst University, and the Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra.

Bob was the best dressed person in the family, with his snappy vests, custom shirts, and tiger-print tuxedo.

He was a smooth and beautiful dancer, and wow, could he sing.

He knew how to mix drinks, tell jokes, and host a party – formal or impromptu. He passed those skills on to his kids.

He had a regular poker game that lasted over 50 years. He owned 47 cars during his life, and recently listed them on a piece of paper. He was a private pilot and spent many

hours flying around the country to visit business associates and family.

He and Marcia adventure-traveled the world, by airplane, ship, car, and train. They visited every continent (except Antarctica).

Bob had a quick smile, bright eyes, and a hearty laugh. He had a genuine curiosity about the lives of his friends and family, and he cheered for the people he loved. He was a WWII buff, an avid fisherman, a gifted storyteller, and a family man. He will be greatly missed.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, Oct. 10, at St. Peter’s Church at 12 o’clock p.m. Interment will be private.

Arrangements entrusted to Elmhurst Community Funeral Home – The Ahlgrim Chapel.

For info, 630-834-3515 or www.

ElmhurstFh.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Elmhurst Art Museum or St. Peter’s United Church of Christ.

“Right now there is no Republican woman serving on the DuPage Board,” she said. “I would like to change that. I care deeply for our community and I believe I have skills and experience to offer. This is my chance to try to make a difference.”

Obituary Robert Goltermann, 90 On Tuesday, September 28, 2021, Robert (Bob) Goltermann, loving husband of Marcia and father of three children, passed away at the age of 90. Bob was born December 3, 1930. He was the third son of Carl and Gladys Goltermann, and was predeceased by his brothers Carl and Richard. He grew up in St. Louis, Mo., River Forest, Ill., Lynbrook, NY, and Decatur, Ill. He met Marcia Mulholland at Decatur High School, and they married on June 6, 1954.

He graduated from the University of Illinois in 1955 with a degree in Accountancy, after which he and Marcia moved to Naples, Fla., then back to St. Louis,—and finally settled in Elmhurst.

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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.

FACT: In severe cases, sciatica can lead to the inability to control your bowels or bladder - leading to embarrassing situations.

MYTH: You must take pain medications to deal with sciatica.

FACT: Drugs like muscle relaxants, pain killers, narcotics, antidepressants, and antiseizure medications have serious potential side-effects and do not cure the root cause of sciatica.

MYTH: “I must have done something wrong to get sciatica.”

FACT: Physical work or simply sitting at a desk for long periods can lead to sciatica. Accidents and trauma can also be the culprits. Pregnancy can cause sciatica.

Sciatica can affect anyone - including

super-fit celebrities like Tiger Woods, Sylvester Stallone, and British Olympic medallist Ian Wynne.

MYTH: Stop exercising and get several weeks of bed rest to overcome sciatica.

FACT: Staying active can help to relieve sciatic pain and prevent the pain getting worse. Staying inactive in bed could be the worst advice - based on a recent study in the Netherlands.

MYTH: Sciatica requires surgery.

FACT: NO! There’s been a huge breakthrough in the treatment of sciatica and lower back pain. It’s a new procedure called Non-Surgical ReConstructive Spinal Care. The excellent results from this treatment have been published in major medical journals.

Success rates are up to 88%.

MYTH: “There’s nothing anyone can really do. I’m just stuck with this for the rest of my life.”

FACT: With the correct treatment from a healthcare professional who specialises in sciatica, you can find relief from the core cause - and the symptoms.

MYTH: Getting Sciatica properly diagnosed is expensive.

FACT: Not true. We are currently offering an initial consultation right here in Elmhurst for Just $43.

We have helped over 1,483 patients find relief from agonising back pain and sciatica. We are one of the first places to use Non-Surgical Re-Constructive Spinal Care.

This procedure does not require a hospital stay. The focus is on finding - and correcting - the original cause of the back pain and sciatica.

According to Dr. Kelly, “We use a combination of ultra-advanced technology, not found elsewhere in the region, for precisely diagnosing the cause of your low back pain and sciatica. This means superior long-term results for most people.”

Because the treatment is non-surgical, safe, and easy, most patients report an almost immediately relief from their back pain.

Patient Jeff P. from Berwyn wrote, “My back pain was unbearable but the worst thing was the searing burning pain I felt in my buttock and leg... my wife insisted I see doctor Dr. Kelly. I’m 95% better in just a couple of weeks.”

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You can even call on the weekend as there is always a staff member ready to assist you. During the week they are very busy, so if they don’t pick up straight away do leave a message.

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The Prairie State Promise is a vision for a better Illinois

By Jason Heffley We live in one of the most politically dysfunctional states in the union.

Our lawmakers in Springfield tax us too much, fritter away too much of our hardearned money on wasteful spending, and devote most of their energies to serving their cronies in the political class instead of the people of Illinois.

If we want this situation to change, we have to make it happen. To make it happen, we need a vision of a better way, and a plan for how to get there.

The Prairie State Promise offers both.

It is an agenda for change that can transform our state by eliminating barriers to opportunity and holding politicians and public officials accountable. And it addresses the issues that Illinoisans care most about.

It’s an agenda that offers practical,

common-sense solutions to our greatest challenges, and empowers people —rather than politicians—to make decisions about the policies that affect our lives and our families’ wellbeing.

Health care and education Let’s start with health care.

Our laws are replete with barriers that allow political insiders to restrict access to health care, including certificate-of-need laws, licensing requirements that block qualified health care practitioners from serving patients, and restrictions on telehealth.

You know better than politicians what health care plan works for you.

The Prairie State Promise urges lawmakers to eliminate these barriers and stop the gradual government takeover of health care, and give Illinoisans a personal option that gives Taxes and spending Empowering parents matters, and patients control over their care at so does empowering taxpayers. prices they can afford.

Illinoisans are saddled with the Another issue near the top of every highest combined state and local taxes in the nation. One reason is that the political class represents itself instead of the people.

One way to remedy this is to give every voter a voice in the issues that matter most. That means allowing voter referendums on reducing taxes.

And while the people are weighing in on the question of taxes, the politicians should stop spending required.

The DCHD will re-open its mass vaccination site at the DuPage County Fairgrounds Wednesday, Oct. 13, for booster doses as well as primary vaccination for eligible persons not yet vaccinated against COVID-19. Individuals who have already registered with the DCHD will receive email notification with scheduling instructions.

Individuals not yet registered should go to www.dupagehealth.org/covid19vaccine to register or call DCHD at 630-682-7400 for assistance.

As influenza (flu) season nears, it is important that people know it is safe for both the flu and the COVID-19 vaccines to be co-administered at the same visit or on the same day. DuPage County Health Department Executive Director Karen Ayala stressed that, “Managing the effects of the flu will be critical this season as we continue to battle the COVID-19 virus. Getting vaccinated against the flu may help decrease the spread of flu-like illnesses that lead to hospitalization which will tax our already busy healthcare systems.”

Many people who are at risk for complications from the flu are also at greater risk of severe illness from COVID-19.

COVID-19 cases and related hospitalizations continue to trend in the right direction.

For more information on COVID-19 in DuPage County, visit www.dupagehealth.org/covid19.

COVID-19 Pfizer booster shots widely available across DuPage County Following the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) endorsement of the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices’ (ACIP) recommendations for a booster dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine, people who are 65 years and older, residents in long-term care settings, and people ages 50-64 years with underlying medical conditions are eligible for and encouraged to get their booster dose.

In addition, people ages 18-49 years with underlying medical conditions as well as those ages 18-64 years who are at increased risk for COVID-19 exposure and transmission based on their occupational or institutional setting are also eligible to receive a booster shot of Pfizer-BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine.

Booster recommendations only apply to individuals who completed the two-shot series of Pfizer-BioNTech at least six months ago. Individuals who received Moderna or Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines are not currently eligible for boosters and mixing vaccines is not recommended.

To find a provider, residents are encouraged to visit www.vaccines.gov or to contact their pharmacy or primary care physician.

The DuPage County Health Department (DCHD) are already offering boosters at its Wheaton and Lombard locations; however, appointments will be limited, and advance registration is

Illinois family’s agenda is education.

They key to success is allowing all students to access the educational environment that best fits their unique needs. To achieve this, we need policies that allow families to choose among a variety of educational opportunities, whether a traditional public school, a public charter school, a private school, remote learning, homeschooling, or any other option that allows students to unlock their unlimited potential.

We also need systems that allow students to receive credit for learning wherever it occurs, because while the learning that takes place inside the traditional classroom is important, we know that students can learn through a diversity of approaches and from a variety of experiences.

money we don’t have.

State and local lawmakers need to face up to the pension crisis they created and stop making the problem worse. That means politicians should stop serving the political class and start serving the people who elected them.

If politicians refuse to deal with the problem, they should put pension reform to the voters in the form of a constitutional amendment.

Safe communities and second chances We can keep our communities safe and give people reentering their communities a second chance.

Gaining and sustaining a job is one of the most critical factors in a person successfully reentering society after going through the criminal justice system. However, many occupational licenses create arbitrary restrictions to gaining a license for those with a criminal record. Illinois needs to follow the lead of other states and reform our occupational licensing schemes to reduce these unnecessary barriers.

Working hand-in-hand with that policy is the expunging of convictions for infractions that are no longer considered illegal.

And there are far too many people in prison for far too long, particularly those convicted of low-level,

nonviolent offenses. While in prison, the focus should be on rehabilitation, to help ensure they can reenter society and make a living.

Corporate welfare and political corruption Corporate welfare and corruption go hand in hand. They feed off each other Corruption and corporate welfare divert public resources from the people who need them most to those who collude with the political class.

They lead to higher taxes, diminished public services, and a destruction of the people’s trust in public institutions.

Illinois needs increased penalties for public corruption, more transparency in the legislature, and an end to corporate welfare at the state and local levels. Success in business should be determined by serving customers, not politicians.

We deserve elected officials who are open and honest with the public and provide solutions that empower the people of Illinois. That’s what the Prairie State Promise is about. We’ll work with anyone who shares the vision of a Land of Lincoln that is also a land of opportunity for every citizen.

Jason Heffley is state director of Americans for Prosperity-Illinois.

Americans for Prosperity is a national conservative political advocacy group founded in 2004.

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Elmhurst Art Museum set to open Par Excellence Redux: The Back 9

Conversation with the Curator Saturday, Oct. 16 from 1 – 2 p.m.

Christopher Jobson, Colossal editor-in-chief and curator for Par Excellence Redux, leads a conversation about the inspiration and history behind the exhibition. This conversation will include participating artists of Par Excellence’s original run at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago in 1988.

Free program. Mini golf not included.

Soirée 2021: ParTee at the Museum Saturday, Oct. 23 from 6 p.m. – midnight This golf-themed fundraiser features a cocktail reception, multicourse dinner, auctions with fabulous prizes, and evening miniature golf.

Limited tickets will be available.

Funds raised during this event will support an expansion of education programs during the museum’s 25th anniversary in 2022.

Thanksgiving Food Drive Nov. 1-7 during Museum hours As a gesture of thanks and giving, the Elmhurst Art Museum will hold its first annual non-perishable food drive to benefit the Elmhurst-Yorkfield Food Pantry, an organization dedicated to providing food, compassion, and hope to its neighbors and children in need. All individuals who bring two or more pantry items will receive a coupon for a discounted tee time valid for a Tee-rific Thank You Night on Friday, Nov. 12.

Ugly Sweater Night Friday, Dec. 10, 5 – 9 p.m.

Visitors are encouraged to wear their ugliest holiday sweater for a

festive night at the Museum featuring holiday décor, music, dimmed lighting and glow-in-the-dark golf balls.

Tee times for mini golf must be purchased and reserved in advance.

Family Holiday Party Saturday, Dec. 18, 1– 4 p.m., free to the public The Elmhurst Art Museum invites families to celebrate the holidays with a “ho-ho-hole in one.” In addition to playing mini golf, families can visit the special holiday display in the Museum’s historic McCormick House, enjoy hot cocoa, cookies, and handson art activities along with a visit from Santa at 2 pm.

Free program. Mini golf not included.

About the holes on the Back 9 The Back 9, on display throughout the Museum’s main galleries, includes: ● “Pinball Golf: An American Life” by Wes Baker (Valparaiso, Ind.) merges the format of pinball including flippers, pins, and targets with classic elements of mini golf for a new imaginative game. ● “The Idol” by KT Duffy (Nichols Hill, Okla.) is intended as a feminist futurist idol of the mini golf universe, rendered in neon patterns and slick acrylic surfaces. ● “Infinity Putt,” by Eve Fineman (Chicago) takes a straightforward green and adds complexity through suspended golf balls and the use of reflection to create a unique spatial experience where the only obstacle is visual illusion. ● “Mission: Mars” by Vincent Lotesto (Chicago) is inspired by the topography of Mars. To achieve a holein-one, the player must aim the golf ball up a ramp located on the southern side of Olympus Mons, the highest volcano in our solar system. The ball eventually falls into the collapsed crater on the summit and exits on the eastern side of the mountain. ● “A Level Playing Field,” by Joshua Lowe (Bloomington, Ill.) is a kinetic sculpture that demands a response to a question that local, national and global citizens are increasingly faced with, “Will we work together towards a common goal, or will we sabotage each other?” ● “Timing is Everything” by James Merz (Fort Wayne, Ind.) uses several moving elements to illustrate that timing is everything, in life and in sports. The player must navigate through the slowly rotating second hand of the clock and avoid the swinging pendulum to arrive at the hole. ● “Toad Tunnel” by David Quednau (Chicago) illustrates the true-life difficulties faced by the American toad, an animal currently at risk of extinction. This hole illustrates the toad’s struggle to get back to its breeding pond, facing obstacles like gas stations, drainage ditches and farms. ● “A Place to Play Fairly” by Liam Wilson and Anna Gershoni (Columbia City, Ind.), is an explicit environment to express moral integrity, even during a game so often cheated as mini golf. The course is a large oval with starting and ending points placed back-to-back. The player can play completely around the circle or decide to cheat and putt the ball directly

backward for a hole-in-one. ● “Hole 9 Yards” by Donna Piacienza (Elmhurst) includes pathways of nine painted yardsticks that must be calculated for challenging play.

After the course ends, the materials that will be repurposed to create three Elmhurst community garden beds.

Inspired by the original The original 1988 Par Excellence exhibition at the School of the Art Institute was the brainchild of Chicago sculptor Michael O’Brien and

opened to queues down the block.

The exhibition in Elmhurst will pay homage to the original course through ephemera, newspaper clippings, and photos. The designer Annalee Koehn, who was one of the organizers of the original 1988 exhibit, recreated her fortune-telling hole “Determine Your Fate,” which will serve as the practice hole for The Back 9. Par Excellence was likely the first artist-designed mini golf course ever created and paved the way for future artistic golf courses that would follow.

New museum hours The Museum will resume its new hours and will be open Wednesday and Thursday from 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., Friday through Sunday, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. and every second Friday of the month from 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Golf fees are $10 for adults (ages 16+), $8 for seniors, $5 for children (ages 5-15), and free for kiddies (under 5).

For more information, please call 630-834-0202 or visit elmhurstartmuseum.org.

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In support of Par Excellence Redux: The Back 9—an exhibition where recreation and art collide—the Elmhurst Art Museum proudly announces a series of fall and winter programming.

Par Excellence Redux is on view from Oct. 13 – Jan. 2, 2022 and is a fully playable course designed by artists and architects from the Midwest and beyond. The exhibition pays homage to the School of the Art Institute of Chicago’s wildly popular 1988 exhibition, Par Excellence. During the exhibition’s opening weekend, Colossal founder and Par Excellence Redux curator Christopher Jobson hosts a talk about the inspiration and rich history behind the original Par Excellence exhibition on Saturday, Oct. 16 at 1 p.m. Programs are free with Museum admission and tee times can be reserved at an additional fee at elmhurstartmuseum.org/golf.

As the temperature begins to drop, we’re thrilled to offer a fun, group-friendly activity within the museum’s indoor gallery spaces that both art lovers and families will enjoy,” said Jobson. “The artists who designed this second round of mini golf greens cleverly touched on a variety of themes, with holes that feature optical illusions, an exploration of the cosmos, commentary on social and environmental issues, and much more.”

Exhibition-related fall and winter programming is free with museum admission and includes:

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Guaranteed Rate collects for heroes, veterans, first-responders

Parents information session for D205 kindergarten to be held Thursday

Volunteers needed to sort, send on Oct. 23

An information session about options for District 205 Kindergarten will be held via Zoom on Thursday, Oct. 7 from 6-7:30 p.m. To participate, visit www.elmhurst205.org and go to “District” and “HalfDay, All-Day, Dual Language Kindergarten Program” to find the link to join the Oct. 7 session. The session will be recorded and available on the District 205 website the following day.

Children who will be 5 years old on or before Sept. 1, 2022 are eligible to register for Kindergarten in Elmhurst District 205.

Registration for Half-Day, All-Day and the Dual Language Kindergarten program will take place from Monday, Oct. 11 to Friday, Oct. 22. Registration will take place online, with residency verification taking place in-person at your home school.

Please note that there are limited spaces in both the All-Day Kindergarten and the Dual Language Kindergarten program and that a lottery will be held. Families interested in either the All-Day Kindergarten program or the Dual Language program will be notified via email of their acceptance or waitlist status no later than December 1. The deadline will allow parents, who did not receive their preference for All-Day Kindergarten, time to sign up for a private school option.

Tuition for ADK is $2,700 for the year. Families that qualify for financial assistance will receive a reduced fee.

Please note that Dual Language Kindergarten classes will be held at Fischer School and transportation will be provided. Half-Day Kindergarten is held at all District 205 schools and busing is provided.

All-Day Kindergarten is held at the following locations.

• Emerson • Fischer (limited space) • Jefferson • Lincoln • Hawthorne (limited space) • Jackson (limited space) Beginning with the 2023-24 school year All-Day Kindergarten will be offered at all District 205 schools. That will be made possible due to the passage of a $168.5 million referendum in November of 2018 that provided for added space at the elementary buildings for ADK as well as updating and renovating aging facilities across the District.

John Noldan, EVP of Mortgage Lending for Guaranteed Rate, has announced the company is hosting a collection drive during the month of October for care packages for the heroes who are serving our country and for first-responders. The collection is being made on behalf of Support Over Stigma.

According to Andrew Winton, Guaranteed Rate’s business development manager, volunteers are needed for Saturday, Oct. 23 from 12 noon to 3 p.m. at their offices at 115 W. Adelaide St. in Elmhurst.

Until then, the public is asked to consider donating the following items: • Oral care – toothbrush, toothpaste, mouthwash (16 oz. or smaller), dental

floss; • Medical – eye drops, lens wipes, nasal spray, anti-itch cream, pain reliever, hand wipes (individual), travel tissues, Tums/Rolaids antacids (96 count or less), feminine products (tampons preferred), sunblock lotion, bug repellent (lotion or wipes), first-aid kit, sewing kit (available at Dollar Store); • Candy (non-chocolate) – gum, mints, Lifesavers, hard candy, M&Ms, Payday, Twizzlers, Skittles; • Grooming – shampoo/conditioner/ body wash (16 oz. or smaller) razors, shaving gel, deodorant, hand sanitizer, chapstick, bar soap;

• Entertainment – Search-a-Word/ Crossword/Sudoku books, pens, playing cards, dice, travel-size games, Amazon gift cards, gaming gift cards; • Clothing – socks, t-shirts; • Cards/letters of encouragement – Please label the envelope Hero (Active Duty), Veteran or Hometown Hero (First Responder). News from home always puts a smile on their face.

For more information, Andrew Winton can be contacted at andrew. winton@rate.com.

For more information about the program, visit www.supportoverstigma. org or call 630-492-0308.

ECPA announces inaugural podcast

District 205 plans open house events at Emerson, Edison

Meet director of Evolution Dance Experience

The Elmhurst Centre for Performing Arts (ECPA) has announced the release of its first podcast, a companion piece to the recently released video in the “ECPA presents…” series.

“Performing artists have incredible stories to share,” said Laura Michaud, ECPA Secretary-Treasurer. “We are fortunate to have so much talent surrounding us in the western suburbs and hear these stories of perseverance and success.”

From UIC Dancing Flame to studio owner and creative director of Evolution Dance Experience, the story of Erica Jaunich is an inspiring one.

To hear ECPAs interview with Erica, visit www.ECPA-Elmhurst. org “From the Blog.” ECPA is a long-term investment for the community, with strong ties to businesses and residents in the western suburbs. To learn more about how you can partner with ECPA, email ECPAElmhurst@gmail.com.

District 205 has announced it will be hosting open house events at Emerson and Edison Elementary Schools to view the renovation work completed in the last year. Emerson School’s will be held Saturday, Oct. 16 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Edison’s will be held Saturday, Oct. 23 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon.

“We are proud of the work done and invite you to share in our excitement,” said District 205 Superintendent Dr. Keisha Campbell. “Parents, students, neighbors and community members are invited.”

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Juliet Mills part of record sale in Elmhurst Sale is highest closed residential sale on record for City

John Lawrence, manager broker of the Elmhurst office of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago, has announced that broker Juliet Mills of The Mills Group participated in the sale of the residence at 207 E. South Street in Elmhurst for $3.3 million on Friday, Sept. 17. According to MRED*, it is the highest closed residential sale on record for the city of Elmhurst. Juliet’s clients were the buyers.

“It’s my pleasure to congratulate Juliet on this record-breaking transaction,” Lawrence said. “She is the consummate professional and works tirelessly on her clients’ behalf to

reach their goals whether they are buying or selling. Using her extensive expertise and knowledge of the area as a life-long resident, she helped her clients find and close on their dream home.”

“Real estate is more than just a sale for me, it’s about the relationships I build along the way,” said Mills.

“I’ve seen many different market cycles and deal structures, so sharing my knowledge and personal experiences with my clients is really key.

It was a great feeling to represent my clients in the purchase of their dream home. The idea of ‘home’ has never meant more to people, and I love

playing a role in making that happen for them. The exchange of keys is what I love best about my job – it means my clients are home.”

Juliet Mills is a consistent award-winning broker and team leader of The Mills Group. In 2021, The Mills Group attained the President’s Circle Award for sales excellence, placing the group among top 6% of brokers in the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices national network. A real estate professional with more than 30 years of experience, Mills holds the Accredited Buyer Representative, Residential Buyer and Seller Specialist and Relocation

Specialist professional designations.

She was born and raised in Elmhurst with the surrounding suburbs as her backyard and she considers herself blessed to raise her own fam-

ily in the community as well. She feels lucky to work with her family at The Mills Group. (*MRED MLS, Sold, Single Family Detached, Elmhurst)

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Glowiak Hilton applauds local Back2Business grant awardees Deadline to apply for remaining funds is Oct. 13 To support economic recovery during the pandemic, State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs) announced $260,000 in Back2Business grants for local businesses and encourages any others eligible to apply before the Oct. 13 deadline.

“As our communities work toward economic recovery, small business owners and employees are among the most impacted,” Glowiak Hilton said. “These grants can support operating costs, and I encourage any struggling business to apply before the deadline.”

Earlier this week, the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity announced seven businesses in the 24th District were awarded a combined $260,000 through the

B2B grant program. A complete list of grantees is available on DCEO’s website.

“These grants can help offset some costs, but our community must also come together to support our local businesses,” Glowiak Hilton said. “With the holiday season soon approaching, I urge residents to look locally first when shopping.”

The B2B program allocates $250 million in American Rescue Plan Act dollars for small businesses experiencing COVID-19 expenses, and grants will continue to be awarded on a rolling basis with a range of $5,000 to $150,000.

Eligible businesses are encouraged to apply before the Oct. 13 deadline by visiting the DCEO website.

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Jacqueline Boyd brings passion and expertise to the field of aging and LGBTQ+ advocacy. A speaker, facilitator and entrepreneur, Boyd is the founder and owner of The Care Plan, described as the country’s first care management company centered around the perspective and needs of LGBTQ+ older adults.

On Wednesday, Oct. 13, Boyd will present “Living Our Values: How to Authentically Embrace Diversity, Equity and Inclusion as Individuals, Institutions and a Community,” this year’s William R. Johnson Intercultural Lecture at Elmhurst University. Boyd’s lecture begins at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 13, in the Schaible Science Center, Illinois Hall, on the campus of Elmhurst University.

The Care Plan’s model of client-directed care helps people navigate the challenges of health and aging, with a focus on the LGBTQ community. The organization offers help on same-sex relationship rights, HIV discrimi-

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Lincoln School Masterpiece

Lincoln School Masterpiece

Highly upgraded brick & stone construction in the sought-after Lincoln School. This home has it all: Chef’s kitchen with high end SS app’s, granite island, formal dining and living rooms, 1st floor office, 4 large beds up, master spa with steam $1,299,900 FIRST OFFERING!

Highly upgraded brick & stone construction in the sought-after Lincoln School. This home has it all: Chef’s kitchen with high end SS app’s, granite island, formal dining and living rooms, 1st floor office, 4 large beds up, master spa with steam shower, 2nd floor laundry, finished walkout basement with bar, wine cellar, fireplace, & media room. Whole home generator, professionally landscaped with LED exterior lighting, paver driveway, patio, & walkways, and heated 3 car attached garage. Whole home backup generator, irrigation system, new vinyl fence and speakers galore - inside and out. Truly a masterpiece inside and out. $1,299,900

Just Listed!

Just Listed!

3 bedroom home ready for you to move right in! 2 good-sized bedrooms upstairs share an updated bathroom. Another bedroom is on the main floor along with a newly floored 1/2 bath. The living room boasts hardwood floors & opens to the $255,000 Just Listed!

4bed/3bath Tuxedo Park Home!

4bed/3bath Tuxedo Park Home!

Sharp 4 bed / 3 bath Home situated in coveted Tuxedo Park, just blocks from Jefferson Elementary & Prairie Path. The spacious & flexible floor plan has 2 beds on the main level & 2 beds up w/ a bathroom on each level of the Home. Large $409,900

Sharp 4 bed / 3 bath Home situated in coveted Tuxedo Park, just blocks from Jefferson Elementary & Prairie Path. The spacious & flexible floor plan has 2 beds on the main level & 2 beds up w/ a bathroom on each level of the Home. Large living room w/ adjoining sun room each w/ their own gas fireplace. Separate formal Dining Room. Brand new SS refrigerator & new electric range top. Almost 2,000 square feet of living space on the 1st & 2nd floors plus an additional 1,264 sf in the fin basement. Classic knotty pine basement w/ kitchenette, service bar, full updated bathroom & laundry hook up.

Enclosed front porch w/ two guest closets. $409,900

For Sale or Lease

For Sale or Lease

Free standing building located just north of North Avenue, walking distance to downtown Elmhurst. 3,625 square feet perfect for daycare, medical/dental, sales, accounting, or legal. Fully wet sprinklered, 4 handicapped bathrooms, full

Updated 2 bedroom / 1 bath Emery Manor ranch. Freshly painted, refinished hardwood floors, remodeled bathroom, brand new kitchen appliances and washer/dryer, detached 1.5 car garage, with deck off back. Everything on one level! Walk $295,000

Updated 2 bedroom / 1 bath Emery Manor ranch.

Freshly painted, refinished hardwood floors, remodeled bathroom, brand new kitchen appliances and washer/dryer, detached 1.5 car garage, with deck off back.

Everything on one level! Walk to town, Emerson Elementary and 2 blocks to Berens Park. $295,000

Free standing building located just north of North Avenue, walking distance to downtown Elmhurst. 3,625 square feet perfect for daycare, medical/dental, sales, accounting, or legal. Fully wet sprinklered, 4 handicapped bathrooms, full kitchen, and 7 perimeter private offices, large 16 car private parking lot $799,900 or $16 per sf on lease. Call Mickey (630) 494-0178

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Emery Manor Ranch

Emery Manor Ranch

3 bedroom home ready for you to move right in! 2 good-sized bedrooms upstairs share an updated bathroom. Another bedroom is on the main floor along with a newly floored 1/2 bath. The living room boasts hardwood floors & opens to the dining room. Adjacent to the dining room is a flex space currently serving as a mud room. The kitchen with an eat-in area has new flooring and newer SS appliances. The basement provides more living space as well as storage. Many major upgrades including tear-off roof in 2021 on the home & garage. New gutters and awnings (2021).

Tuck pointing of chimney & brickwork (2018).

Dryer (2019). New furnace (Dec. 2017). $255,000

Center of Town

Center of Town

Being built by a well respected, long-time Elmhurst builder working alongside an interior designer set to help pick out all of your finishes & fixtures. Offering over 4,800 sf of finished living space with its fully finished basement - exercise room, 1,350,000

Being built by a well respected, long-time Elmhurst builder working alongside an interior designer set to help pick out all of your finishes & fixtures. Offering over 4,800 sf of finished living space with its fully finished basement - exercise room, rec room, custom bar and wine room!

Gracious 10 ft first floor ceilings welcome you to this impressive home with HWF’s & extensive trim & ceiling detail throughout, 5 beds, 4.5 baths, a 2.5 car garage, custom kitchen w/ huge island, high-end SS appliances (Wolf & Sub-Zero) & eating area open to family rm w/ fireplace, master suite w/ spa bath, designer plumbing/lighting fixtures, surround sound + more! .

1,350,000

All Brick Macdougall Ranch

Knock your socks off Red Brick McDougall Ranch with a rare walk out basement. The fully finished lower level includes a huge family room, WFH space, 2nd kitchen, and 2nd en suite perfect for multigenerational living. Sliding glass door leads $564,900

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Knock your socks off Red Brick McDougall Ranch with a rare walk out basement. The fully finished lower level includes a huge family room, WFH space, 2nd kitchen, and 2nd en suite perfect for multigenerational living. Sliding glass door leads you to your fully fenced backyard with stamped concrete patio & deck. First floor upgrades include new all white trim and door package, remodeled kitchen with high end JennAir appliance package, and easy access to main composite deck. Beautifully landscaped 66 x 145 lot creates curb appeal galore! 2 car attached garage convenient for winter months. Just a few blocks from Blue Ribbon Jefferson Elementary. $564,900

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Medical Office Building

Medical Office Building

Medical professional building in the east/west corridor within one mile of the Elmhurst-Edwards campus. 11,775 sf of turnkey orthopedic space available fall 2021, space features generous reception & waiting room, private offices, exams

Within$4,995,000 1 Mile From Elmhurst-Edwards

Medical professional building in the east/west corridor within one mile of the Elmhurst-Edwards campus. 11,775 sf of turnkey orthopedic space available fall 2021, space features - generous reception & waiting room, private offices, exams rooms, onsite X-ray and MRI, ADA compliant entry, hallways, & doors, private and public restrooms, onsite billing office, record storage, IT rooms, state of the art security and surveillance technology, conference rooms, kitchen and break room space for staff, with entire building on backup generator. Adjacent 5,766 sf of Physical Therapy space is available Jan 2022 for a possibility of 17,541 total sf $4,995,000

Retail / Office For Lease

Retail / Office For Lease

Prime office or retail storefront available in the Spring Road Business District. Great exposure for your business with high visibility. Set near the IL Prairie Path in a vibrant business district with many well established businesses. 1,600 SF of

Spring Road Business District

All Brick Tri-Level

All Brick Tri-Level

Sharp 3 bedroom all-brick tri-level in central Elmhurst. Newer stainless appliances, all hardwood floors, large fenced yard with fabulous deck and screened porch. Walk to Lincoln School and York High School, shopping, Restaurants, Spring

Sharp 3 bedroom all-brick tri-level in central Elmhurst. Newer stainless appliances, all hardwood floors, large fenced yard with fabulous deck and screened porch. Walk to Lincoln School and York High School, shopping, Restaurants, Spring Road Business District, and Courts Plus. Perfect starter home in Lincoln school area. $324,900

$324,900 NEW PRICE!

Brick & Stone Beauty

Brick & Stone Beauty

Newer brick and stone beauty on a quiet, dead end street in the Field and Sandburg school district. Over 5,500sf of finished living space with attached 2 car garage. Inviting, covered front porch, with open first floor layout including $724,900 NEW PRICE!

Spacious 2-Story

Spacious 2-Story

Spacious 2-story on a generous 60 x 160 lot. 4 large beds up, 2.5 baths, primary suite with WIC and attached bathroom.

Open 1st floor layout with eat-in kitchen and walk-in pantry, family room, dining room, and living room. 2 car attached

Spacious 2-story on a generous 60 x 160 lot. 4 large beds up, 2.5 baths, primary suite with WIC and attached bathroom. Open 1st floor layout with eat-in kitchen and walk-in pantry, family room, dining room, and living room. 2 car attached garage with large unfinished basement. Within last 3-5 years - tear off roof, HVAC, and back concrete patio. Interior has been completely repainted, new carpeting, and new bathroom flooring. $395,000

Newer brick and stone beauty on a quiet, dead end street in the Field and Sandburg school district. Over 5,500sf of finished living space with attached 2 car garage.

Inviting, covered front porch, with open first floor layout including formal dining, breakfast island, family room with gas fireplace, and mudroom and laundry. 4 large bedrooms up with large master suite with walk in closet with CA closet system and spa bathroom. Finished basement with large rec room, game room, and 5th bedroom with full bath. Dual zone HVAC and central vac. Freshly painted interior. $724,900

Build Your Dream Home!

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Incredible opportunity to build the home of your dreams on this 1/3-acre property in south Elmhurst. One of Elmhurst’s best kept secrets with lower taxes while still offering coveted SD205 education. Well developed area with many surrounding

Incredible opportunity to build the home of your dreams on this 1/3-acre property in south Elmhurst. One of Elmhurst’s best kept secrets with lower taxes while still offering coveted SD205 education. Well developed area with many surrounding new/newer homes.

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Wise Investment Builders Work with this fresh new plan or build to suit. Covered outdoor space off family room and kitchen eating area, very open, 1st floor study, 2.5 car heated garage, 4 large beds up with luxurious master suite with dual WIC’s and spa bath, and finished basement with guest suite with full bath, rec room, wet bar and flex room. Walk to new Lincoln school, the IL Prairie Path, Pioneer & Ben Allison Parks, and the hip Spring Road Business District. Rare opportunity to work with this quality of a builder from Day 1 and make it your own! $1,375,000

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Elmhurst Eagles ‘Go Gold’ for childhood cancer The Elmhurst Eagles football and cheer program have dedicated the month of September to childhood cancer awareness. With gold ribbons and gold game socks, the Eagles wanted to do something more for this special 2021 season, which the parents and kids fought so hard for.

In partnership with the St. Baldrick’s Foundation the Elmhurst Eagles set up a fundraising program.

Through the support of local businesses, in-kind donations, and generous families the Eagles have raised more than $3,000. Additionally, they are selling “Go Gold For Childhood Cancer” t-shirts with logos from the many sponsors. All proceeds from

American Legion #187 offers Medicare workshops

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Members of the Elmhurst Garden Club listen to Michelle Karabatsos, the horticulturalist for the Elmhurst Park District (EPD), as she offers a program on the Master Plan for the EPD and her job of overseeing landscape beds, natural areas and the design, installation and maintenance of trees.

Garden Club holds first in-person meeting in 18 months Members meet EPD horticulturalist at Wilder Conservatory

Elmhurst Garden Club (EGC) held its first in-person meeting in more than a year and a half following the COVID-19 restrictions on indoor group gatherings.

Attendees at the September meeting all wore masks but, unlike previous full lunch meetings, only bottled water and small packaged snacks were available in keeping with COVID-19 safety measures.

After the formal meeting EGC members walked over to the Wilder Park Conservatory to meet with EPD Horticulturalist Michelle Karabatsos who joined the EPD in March

of 2021 following the retirement of long-time EPD Horticulturalist David Price.

Karabatsos gave an update on the Master Plan for the EPD and went on to explain that, as horticulturalist, she is responsible for overseeing the daily maintenance of all the EPD’s landscape beds and natural areas including design, installation and maintenance of trees, flowerbeds, shrubs, and plantings.

Wilder Park is one of Michelle’s favorite parks in which to work because of all the different elements, including work around Wilder Man-

sion, the Formal Garden and Conservatory and all the many people who visit the park.

A tour led by Karabatsos of the Wilder Park greenhouses followed.

EGC meetings are held at 10:30 a.m. in the Wilder Mansion on the first Monday of the month.

A general meeting is followed by a formal program that is open to the public.

Fully-vaccinated persons who are masked are welcome to all indoor EGC events.

For further information www.elmhurstgardenclub.org.

Medicare can be confusing and the decisions you make may be overwhelming. You are not alone - we are here to help! Come to this free Medicare informational meeting sponsored

by Medicare Solutions 4 Seniors will be held at the Elmhurst American Legion Post #187, 301 W. Butterfield Road, Elmhurst.

Friday, Oct. 15 at 10 a.m.

Monday, Oct. 18 at 10 a.m.

Thursday, Oct. 21 at 10 a.m.

Monday, Oct. 25 at 7 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 28 at 10 a.m.

Monday, Nov. 1 at 7 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 4 at 10 a.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 9 at 10 a.m.

Saturday, Nov. 13 at 10 a.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 16 at 10 a.m.

Thursday, Nov. 18 at 10 a.m.

Monday, Nov. 29 at 10 a.m.

Thursday, Dec. 2 at 10 a.m.

Monday, Dec. 6 at 10 a.m.

Medicare Open Enrollment begins Oct. 15 and runs through Dec. 7. This meeting is for anyone who is Medicare-eligible and wants to learn about the important Medicare decisions available. Please call 1-800-205-5176 or email Medicaresolutionsforseniors@gmail.com to reserve a spot.

Refreshments and hand sanitizer will be provided. Masks required and social distancing will be respected.

the t-shirt sales are going directly to the St. Baldrick’s Foundation for cancer research. You can email Eeyfcinfo@gmail.com to order ($25).

The Eagles are no strangers to philanthropy. Over the past few years, athletes have raised money for Lurie Children’s Hospital, local nonprofits, and a “Pay It Forward” fundraising program during Covid to support local Elmhurst businesses.

Eagles fundraising chairperson Jenny Engstrom knew the connection between the Eagles and childhood cancer was a great cause to lean into.

The Eagles give special recognition to all “Go Gold for Childhood Cancer” partners, including: • Olympia Chiropractic and Physical Therapy • CR Embroidery • Club Pilates • York High School football • R-B Financial Group • Throw It Deep • Hands Team Academy • Accelerated Aesthetics • K & T Colors • Kelly Stetler Compass Realty • Sharon Sullivan State Farm • Physical Fusion • Kimmer’s Ice Cream • BNK Sushi • Lou Malnati’s • ECPA • Nu Crepes • Alpine Creek Dental • Victory Meat & Seafood • Pilot Pete’s Coffee • R Marts / Shell Gas • No Frills Fun Run • Sweetberry Bowls • Jimmy Johns

Cronin proposes 11th consecutive balanced budget Public input still welcome before Nov. 23 approval

For the 11th consecutive year, DuPage County Board Chairman Dan Cronin presented a balanced budget for the County Board’s consideration.

The Fiscal Year 2022 budget proposal does not include a property tax increase for homeowners.

The total proposed budget for DuPage County is $465.5 million, with a General Revenue Fund of $207.8 million. The General Fund is the County’s chief operating fund, covering most personnel and program operations. The proposed budget includes a $69.5 million property tax levy, which captures new construction in the county being added to the property tax rolls. The DuPage County property tax rate remains

flat, and the average DuPage County homeowner will not see an increase in their property tax bill.

“I have made a concerted effort to propose spending that creates a strong foundation for the decade ahead, designed to create impact in areas of identified need,” said Cronin.

The County Board approved a conservative budget for FY2021 with a 10 percent reduction in projected sales tax revenue due to the COVID-19 pandemic. DuPage County’s sales tax revenue is projected to finish the year nearly 20 percent over budget due to better-than-expected revenues from sales and income taxes, and money received through real estate transactions such as transfer

stamps and recording fees.

“We will be able to use these funds to position ourselves for the future, making targeted and strategic investments to secure our infrastructure and improve the County’s efficient and effective delivery of services,” Cronin said.

The Chairman’s proposed budget will use these funds to purchase new election equipment for the County Clerk, complete the implementation of the new property tax system, improve critical infrastructure on the County campus, and replace vehicles that have reached the end of their useful life. It doubles the funding for the Heroin Opioid Prevention and Education (HOPE) Task Force moving from $100,000 to $200,000.

The budget also provides additional staffing, resources, and funding for the State’s Attorney, Sheriff, Public Defender, and Probation department due to increased costs as a result of the Safety, Accountability, Fairness and Equity-Today (SAFE-T) Act, which the Illinois General Assembly passed, and the governor signed into law earlier this year.

Members of the public can provide feedback on the proposed budget plan at www.dupageco.org/ProposedPlanFeedback.

The DuPage County Board will consider the Chairman’s proposed budget and will approve the budget at its Nov. 23 meeting.

The 2022 Fiscal Year begins on Dec. 1.

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Resident inducted into U.S. Naval Academy

According a release from the public affairs office of the U. S. Naval Academy, Elmhurst resident Liam McCarthy, who is a graduate of Fenwick High School, was inducted into the Naval Academy Class of 2025 on Wednesday, June 30. After receiving more than 16,000 applications, only 1,200 are selected to take part in the class.

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College news Special honors • Dr. Sharon Emerson-Stonnell, National President of Alpha Lambda Delta, announced Cambria Khayat from Butler University was awarded a James G. Stemler Study Abroad Scholarship in the award amount of $2,000. The scholarship is for the 2021-22 academic year. Khayat was inducted into Alpha Lambda Delta in 2019 and is studying International Studies, Economics, and Peace and Conflict Studies.

Dean’s List • The following Elmhurst residents were named to the Dean’s List for the spring semester of the 2020-21 academic year at Illinois Wesleyan University. Winona Asher, a senior majoring in Accounting; Riley Haug, a sophomore, Elementary Education; May Mann, a junior, Mathematics; and, James Petros, a sophomore, Piano Performance.

• Ithaca College student Colin Kelley of Elmhurst was named to

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• More than 900 Elmhurst University students were named to the Spring 2021 Dean’s List. The following Elmhurst students made the list: Trinity Veith, Nicolle Wildrick, Daniella Bourbonnais, Zachary Pflum, Sara Acosta, Samantha Hillebrand, Emily Aylesworth, Kaylee Burke, Rachel Agba, Evan Weiger, Nathan Burns, Florian Tochie Feussi, Evelyn Hickman, Anna Frantzis, Lily

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• Elmhurst resident Stanley Xavier has been named to the Spring 2021 Dean’s List at University of the Sciences. Xavier is a Doctor of Physical Therapy student.

• David Sullivan of Elmhurst was named to the College of the Holy Cross Spring 2021 Dean’s List. A member of the Class of 2023, Sullivan is majoring in Political Science.

• Elmhurst native Maximilian Cook has been named to the Dean’s List at John Carroll University for the Spring 2021 semester. John Carroll University is located in University Heights, Ohio.

• More than 600 students were named to the spring 2021 Dean’s List at Kalamazoo College.

Among them were Elmhurst residents Audrey Honig and Julia Riddle.

• Augustana College announced more than 1,100 students were named to the Dean’s List for the 2020-21 spring semester. Among them were the following Elmhurst residents: Brianna Bryant majoring in Psychology; Adrianna DeCicco, Accounting; Jenna Dvorak, Graphic Design; Hannah Johnson, Art; Laura Keenan, Communication Studies; Sydney Krueger, Communication Studies; Samantha Meyers, Biology; Andrew Mimlitz, Business Administration-Marketing; Erin O’Malley, Communication Studies; William Sikich, Creative Writing; Stephanie Stramel, Sociology; Anna Triska, Elementary Education; Brianna Zientara, Biochemistry.

• The following Elmhurst students received Dean’s List honors at Wheaton College: Hannah Hurst and Harrison Stanton.

• Miami University students who are ranked in the top three percent of undergraduate students within each division for second semester 2020-21 have been named to the President’s list recognizing academic excel-

lence. They include the following Elmhurst residents: Carly Laurx, who is earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Health and Sociology; Sara Krissinger, earning a B.S. degree in Nursing; and, Ruby Schwan, who is working toward a Bachelor of Arts in Music, Bachelor of Science degree in Music, Mathematics & Statistics.

• Miami University students who are ranked in the top 20% of undergraduate students within each division for second semester 2020-21 have been named to the Dean’s list recognizing academic excellence.

They include the following Elmhurst residents: Michael Sullivan, who is earning a B.S. in Business in Accountancy, Finance; Maggie Jacobson, a Bachelor of Arts in Biology, Premedical Studies; Jack McDonnell, a B.S. in Business in Finance; Jayne Jurasek, a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology; Sydney Bonthron, a B.S. in Business in Marketing; Bridget Los, a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology; Siena Pinkerton, a B.S. in Nursing; Chris Irby, a B.S. in Business in Finance, Entrepreneurship.

Graduations • Erik Martenson of Elmhurst graduated from Ithaca College with a BFA in Acting.

• The following Elmhurst residents graduated from Bradley University in May: Patrick Garlow graduated with a BS in Computer Science Software/ Web & Comp Security; Kelly Mordini received a DPT in Doctor of Physical Therapy; Hannah Ryan earned a BSN in Nursing.

• The University of Utah wishes to congratulate Caroline Eckhoff of Elmhurst, who was among the 8,442 graduates honored during the 152nd general commencement ceremony on May 6.

Eckhoff’s degree is listed as follows: Degree: Bachelor of Science; Major: Parks, Recreation and Tourism; Major code description: Parks Recreation & Tourism BS. • The following Elmhurst residents earned degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater in a hybrid ceremony in May. Will Corrado graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration in general business; and, Gavin Wahlgren graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Business Administration in marketing.

District 205 announces York’s National Merit semifinalists, commended students Seven Elmhurst School District 205 students have been named as Semifinalists in the 2022 National Merit Scholarship Competition (NMSC). York High School seniors who were named Semifinalists are: Andrew Brooks, Jericho Calago, Clark Mahoney, Ryder Maston, Morgan Burnham, Jessica Morey, Madeleine Fine.

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The students are: Dominic Campione, Charles Casey, Tieran Casey, Emily Doering, Colin Doherty, Bradley Dow, Emily Fujiwara, Coleman Goulding, Matthew Huffman, Tyler Janiak, Jack Klimek, Maria Mahnken, Magnus Mikhail, Samuel Musial, Jonah Parayil, Timothy Paul, Annelise Rasmussen, Benjamin Rosen, Mira Shortt, Nikita Sikoryk, Michael Spurr, Owen Stufflebeam, Jack Tuchscherer, Monica Wang, Calvin Wiersum, Samuel Wit and Nathan Yang.

Elmhurst History Museum calendar of events for October, November EXHIBITS An Ever-Widening Circle: Elmhurst University at 150 Now through Jan. 2, 2022 Explore Elmhurst University’s 150year journey through this sesquicentennial anniversary exhibit featuring archive photographs, artifacts, video and more. Trace the many ways the school has grown and changed — from its early beginnings as a German theological proseminary to today’s modern university — through stories of student life, faculty, academics, sports teams and more. Sponsored by: Community Bank of Elmhurst, Feze Roofing, and Storino, Ramello & Durkin, Attorneys at Law. Location: Elmhurst History Museum, 120 E. Park Ave. Admission: FREE More info: elmhursthistory.org or call 630-833-1457 ONGOING EXHIBIT

By All Accounts: The Story of Elmhurst Experience Elmhurst history through an award-winning exhibit about how the city grew and developed over the years. Explore a changing display of objects and photos featured in the History Spotlight as well as a history of the Glos Mansion and family. Sponsored by: Elmhurst Heritage Foundation.

Location: Elmhurst History Museum, 120 E. Park Ave. Admission: FREE

More info: elmhursthistory.org or call 630-833-1457 October programs Book Discussion Chicago’s Great Fire: The Destruction and Resurrection of an Iconic American City Saturday, Oct. 9 from 10 – 11:30 a.m.

Location: Aurora Fire Museum, 53 N. Broadway, Aurora Admission: FREE Reservations Required: E-mail ehmprograms@elmhurst.org More Info: elmhursthistory.org/320/ Programs In October of 1871, much of Chicago was destroyed by one of the most legendary and cataclysmic fires in history leaving one of every three Chicago residents homeless and many unemployed in the aftermath. Eminent Chicago historian Carl Smith chronicles the fire’s dramatic story and phoenix-like rise from the ashes. This program is a collaboration with the Aurora Regional Fire Museum and will take place at their site. Participants will have an opportunity to explore their exhibits post-discussion.

November programs Online #TBT Lecture Elmhurst Greats and Grads Starts Thursday, Nov. 4 Admission: FREE Access: elmhursthistory.org/320/ Programs starting 11/4 for link to

pre-recorded program Learn about the significant people who led, developed, attended and graduated from Elmhurst University during its 150-year history in this online lecture that tells the story of how a small, pre-theological school grew to become a modern university. Led by longtime faculty member and the Joan and Lester Brune Chair of History, Dr. Robert Butler.

Adult lecture Daisy Didn’t Do It: The Truth Behind the Great Chicago Fire Sunday, Nov. 14 at 2 p.m.

Location: Elmhurst City Hall Council Chambers, 209 N. York St., Elmhurst Admission: FREE to Elmhurst Heritage Foundation members, $5 non-members Tickets and more info: elmhursthistory.org/320/Programs Chicago, 150 years ago, was in the process of rebuilding itself following a devastating fire that leveled the city’s center and north side over a 36-hour period. Native Chicagoan and historian Al Walavich presents a retrospective of the history, myths and lies surrounding the fire as well as an exploration of relics left behind. *NOTE: All programs and exhibits are subject to last-minute changes due to COVID restrictions. Current CDC guidelines will be followed with masks currently required inside the museum.

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Elmhurst Community Programs for October Programs air on COMCAST Channel 6 and AT&T U-Verse Channel 99 Programs may also be found at ElmhurstTV.com City of Elmhurst #26 Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 Presents: “The 2021 Fall Collage Concert” Sundays at 6 p.m. (starts Oct. 10) City of Elmhurst #25 Elmhurst Fire Department Antique Fire Truck 100th Birthday Party Host: Elmhurst History Museum Fridays at 6 p.m.

City of Elmhurst #24 Elmhurst Patriot Day Ceremony 2021 Saturdays at 7 p.m.

Elmhurst Now #11 The 102nd Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce & Industry Awards Gala Master of Ceremonies: Ken Bartels Thursdays at 6 p.m. (starts Oct. 7) Elmhurst History Museum History in Focus: The Glos Mansion, York Theatre and Elmhurst Skating Club Tuesdays at 6 p.m. (starts Oct. 5) Elmhurst Our Kind of Town #1021 - Elmhurst TV Archives Presentation Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra Presents: Brass Blowout II Sundays at 8 p.m. (starts Oct. 3) Elmhurst Our Kind of Town #574 - Elmhurst TV Archives Presentation An Interview with Dr. Rudolf Schade – Elmhurst Collage Curator Host: Pat Cheffer Mondays at 6 p.m. (starts Oct. 4) Elmhurst PSA Loop Various Announcements from the City of Elmhurst Wednesdays at 5 p.m.

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IC Catholic Prep boys golf team second at regional The Elmhurst Independent - Thursday, July 16, 2020 • 19

York and Timothy Christian boys golf teams also advance to next round; York girls second

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The IC Catholic Prep boys golf team finished second at the recent Class 1A Montini regional held at The Village Links of Glen Ellyn.

The second-place finish earned the Knights a spot in the Class 1A Byron sectional earlier this week where state finals berths were on the line.

IC Catholic Prep shot 328. North Shore Country Day won it with a 318 and Timothy Christian shot 334 to advance as well.

Jann Atendido won the tournament with a 3-over-par 75, three strokes better than the second-place finisher.

Zazz Atendido finished sixth with an 80, while PJ Wisniewski was 10th with an 84. Nick Zanoni took 21st with an 87.

“Jann never fails to impress,” IC Catholic coach Don Sujack said. “He was cruising along under par with a front-nine birdie and an eagle, but a late-round string of hiccups turned a walkaway into a one-shot lead for him standing on the 18th tee. That would have shaken most golfers, but Jann rights the ship and birdies 18 while his opponent bogies. It was great theater and fun to see Jann let loose with a little emotion.

“From a team perspective, we did advance, and while that was the goal, our play of late has not been very tight. With sectionals, a trip downstate is at stake and we’ll all have to play well to advance. We have been pointing toward this since last year, so it will be fun to see if we can take advantage of this opportunity.”

Earlier, IC Catholic Prep edged town neighbor York 153-154 in a non-conference dual at Maple Meadows. Zazz Atendido shared medalist honors with York’s Cooper Schwartz.

Bucolo firesAtendido a pitch BothAnthony shot even-par 35. Jann game. and Wisniewski each shot 39, while Kenny Jones had a 40.

Sam Wit added a 38 for York. Jack Ginter shot 40 and Kevin Koenigsberger added a 41 for the Dukes.

“It was a great way to prep for regionals,” Sujack said. “We had a tight match where every boy’s score could have mattered, and both teams walked away wishing each other well in the state tournament.”

York boys golf The York boys golf team also earned a sectional berth after taking third at the Class 3A Addison Trail regional at The Preserve of Oak Meadows.

York shot 338, led by Schwartz’s 82. Jake Wool shot 84, while Wit had an 85 and Nolan Stasica shot 86. York played in a Class 3A sectional earlier this week at Prairie Bluff in Lockport where state berths were on the line.

“The sectional will be one of the best in the state, so it will be difficult to advance as a team to the state meet, but we will do our best,” York coach Jim Borel said late last week. “It was close at the regional to grab that last team place with Rolling Meadows and Schaumburg all within three strokes of us, so I am proud of how our guys finished up strong to snag the third spot.

We are looking forward to the opportunity to compete at the sectional.”

Earlier, York was a 157-164 non-conference winner over Wheaton North at Maple Meadows. Schwartz shot even-par 35 to lead the way. Anthony Doughty added a 39, while Jack Ginter shot 40, Stasica added a 43 as did Tyler Koenigsberger.

York girls golf The York girls golf team advanced to the Class 2A sectional round after CHRIS FOX PHOTO Elmhurst Independent placing second at the Mt. Prospect regional.

York shot 347 and won a scorecard during a recent U12Park baseball tiebreaker with Lake to earn the second qualifying team spot. The Dukes were one shot back of regional

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Senior Audrey Matias led the Dukes with an 83. Senior Macy Fries shot 85, while freshman Mia Koenigsberger shot 86 and sophomore Charlie Matias shot 93.

IC Catholic Prep girls golf IC Catholic Prep entered three girls golfers into the Class 1A regional held at Fresh Meadows. All three competed as individuals. ICCP does not have a girls golf team.

Nina Calabria shot 92 and earned a place in the sectional round earlier this week. Faith Lalula shot 100 and Sydney Blondell shot 120.

“Nina’s advancing wasn’t a sur-

Sydney acquitted herself quite well as a freshman, and seems very motivated to work at her game. It won’t take much for her to jump up to being a sectional qualifier next season, and I expect she have even loftier goals.”

prise,” IC Catholic Prep coach Don Sujack said. “She had a strong conference tournament and she certainly has the ability to get downstate. Her putting was inconsistent today, so she’s a little disappointed in her score. Sectionals, however, present her with a great opportunity, and she’s well aware of what can be done in the postseason after playing the regular season on the boys team. Her expectations are high. Faith played quite well, especially considering it’s just her second season playing competitive golf. It wouldn’t have taken much for her to have qualified with Nina, as she struck the ball beautifully and gave herself opportunities throughout the round.

Timothy Christian boys golf The Timothy Christian boys golf team finished third at the Montini regional and earned a spot in the Class 1A Byron sectional earlier this week.

Sophomore Josh McMillian led the Trojans with a 79. Senior Ben McMillian added an 84, while senior Ben VanderWal had an 84 and junior Jack Bone shot 88.

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Hansmann hit arecipient late fourth field goal that helped the York Barr was the ofquarter the 2019-2020 York Val Cothern football team defeat Glenbard West 12-10 in a battle of West Suburban junior female athlete of unbeatens the year award.

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The win moved York to 6-0 and earned the Dukes state playoff It 1,000-career kill threshold last an fallautomatic for the Dukes girls berth. volleywas Hansmann’s second field goal of the game.

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York girls cross country team continues domination Dukes undefeated through end of September after big wins at Peoria and Palatine

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The York girls cross country team is making a big statement on some big stages this fall.

Through the end of September, the Dukes remained undefeated in competitions, winning four invitationals, including talent-packed outings at Peoria Notre Dame and Palatine.

The Dukes won the well-regarded Palatine invitational in impressive fashion. York finished with 48 points with Assumption High School a very distant second with 181 points.

At Palatine, Katherine Klimek was the first Duke through the chute with a fourth-place time of 17:25.40. Brooke Berger finished ninth, Katelyn Winton 11th, Bria Bennis 13th and Michaela Quinn 16th. Quinn’s time of 17:41.50 gave the Dukes a solid-gold 16.10-second split between its first and fifth scoring runners. Margaret Owens finished 23rd for York at Palatine.

“Our 1-5 split has been a huge goal of the pack running,” York coach Lauren DeAngelis said, pointing out the strong Palatine splits, including the 35-second spread from runners 1-6.

The Dukes also won the Peoria Notre Dame Richard Spring invitational held at the state finals course at Detweiller Park.

York won the 62-team field with 93 points. Prospect was second with 171 points. There, Klimek was SUBMITTED PHOTO Elmhurst Independent 11th, Winton 12th, Berger 19th, The state and nationally ranked York girls cross country team won its first four invitationals of the year, including big wins in Peoria and Bennis 21st and Owens 29th on the Palatine. The Dukes won the Palatine invitational by 133 points thanks to its first five runners crossing the finish line in a span of just over

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16 seconds, led by Katherine Klimek’s fourth-place finish. Brooke Berger was ninth, Katelyn Winton 11th, Bria Bennis 13th and Michaela Quinn 16th at Palatine. York was undefeated in competitions through the end of September.

York football team now 6-0 after last-second win against perennial power Glenbard West Dukes automatically qualify for state playoffs; Hansmann hits game-winning field goal

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

There is a simple annual measuring stick for football teams in the West Suburban Conference Silver Division.

Can you beat Glenbard West?

Since 2007, Glenbard West has gone 73-8 in WSC Silver play and won the conference outright nine times.

Last Saturday afternoon in Glen Ellyn, York did just that. The Dukes, thanks to a Max Hansmann field goal

in the waning seconds of the contest, defeated the Hilltoppers 12-10 to move to 6-0 on the season and earn the team’s first automatic playoff berth since 2011.

The Dukes also put themselves in the driver’s seat in the WSC Silver race at 4-0 with a showdown at home Friday against Hinsdale Central on the horizon. Central is 5-1 overall and 3-0 in WSC Silver play, a halfgame behind York in the standings.

York’s last football conference championships were shared with Ly-

ons Township and Glenbard West in 2010 and again shared with Lyons in 2007. The Dukes last outright won the WSC Silver in 2006, according to the conference website.

It was York’s first win over Glenbard West since a 27-20 triumph in 2007.

York had lost 21-0 to Glenbard West six months earlier in late March during the COVID-19-necessitated 2021 spring season.

“It’s a big win,” Hansmann said. “I think we were prepared all week. We

had this one circled on the schedule for a while. We knew if we did what we could do, we would win. We are a good football team.”

Hansmann, who missed the first extra point of his career earlier in the game, made two field goals in the game, the last as time ticked down in the fourth quarter.

The field goal scenario had an interesting twist to it. York had the ball second-and-goal from the Glenbard West 5-yard line with a minute left when the game was stopped due to

lightning. The game resumed after a 30-minute wait. York got the ball down to the 1-yard line and Hansmann hit the eventual game-winner on fourth-and-goal.

“There was a lot happening there,” Hansmann said. “It was kind of crazy with the lightning delay. There were some nerves involved but I trust Josh (Delury) our center and Colin (Doherty) our holder. We knew if we executed we would be alright. I did

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IC Catholic Prep football team moves to 6-0 York middles Concannon and Villatoro Nevarez excelling on the court was the play of junior running back Malik Gray who ran 29 times for 204 yards (7.0 yards per carry) and two touchdowns.

IC Catholic Prep ran the ball 39 times for 274 yards (7.0 yards per carry). Denzell Gibson, a junior, ran six times for 57 yards and scored a touchdown.

Quarterback Dennis Mandala completed 8 of 13 passes for 94 yards and a touchdown. Gibson caught two passes for 54 yards and the one touchdown. Deontae Oatman and Antonio Richardson each had two catches. Ka-

reem Parker (16 yards) and Gray (11 yards) each had one catch.

Richardson and Connor McCoy led the defense with seven tackles each.

All of Richardson’s tackles were for loss. Dom Dicanio had two tackles for loss. IC Catholic Prep registered 12 tackles for loss as a team. Richardson had four sacks and caused four quarterback hurries. Fernando Rodriguez had one sack.

Richardson also had a pass deflection and a caused fumble. Brendan Bigane had an interception.

Richardson also was credited with

(Continued from page 20) miss that extra point earlier in the “Our defense is a cheat code,” game. It was the first one in my ca- Hansmann said. “There are dogs on reer and it wasn’t ideal coming in that defense left and right. If the other that spot. My teammates were great. team gets a first down, it’s a letdown They said they needed me in that spot to us. Glenbard West typically has later and to keep my head high and I an electric offense and they were not did just that.” able to do anything, which is unreal.

“Max was huge for us,” York de- They are a cheat code. I don’t know fensive lineman Everett Snyder said. how other teams are going to beat it.

“We all trust him and know he can There is that saying iron sharpens get it done when put under pressure iron. Our offense has to battle that and deliver what we need.” defense in practice every day. I think York led 6-0 on a touchdown by our defense is the best in the state. quarterback Matt Vezza, but trailed We are there pounding against that in 10-9 at one point. Hansmann ac- practice. We’re bound to get better.” counted for the other three York After the Hansmann field goal, points with his first field goal.

York’s defense recorded a final stop “Coach (Mike) Fitzgerald talks to seal the win when David Loch about pounding away on the stone,” came up with an interception.

Hansmann said. “You might not “Our defense was outstanding,” crack it at first, but you might end up Fitzgerald said. “They have been outbeing one swing away from cracking standing all year. We felt confident if it. We totally pounded the stone and we could control the clock as much got a crack in it. We’re not where we as we could on offense and get some want to be with the stone yet, but we pressure and stop them at key times are getting there, for sure.” and get some turnovers at key times Snyder called the Glenbard West that we would be in good shape. win, “super-important” to the Dukes’ They were leading 10-9 with 4:50 football program. left in the game and had changed all “It shows what we can do down the momentum. This is a huge win. the road and what coach Fitz is The kids played an awesome game. building at York,” he said. “I think It’s a huge program win at their place we were more confident coming into on their homecoming game. All the this game after having a good stretch time these guys have spent on the of winning a couple big games. This field and all the work they have put definitely helped us play up to our in, now they are starting to see the full potential.” results. It’s outstanding.”

York’s defense again was up to the Now, York has an automatic playtask, limiting a usually high-scoring off berth in its wallet with bigger imHilltoppers’ offense to 10 points. In mediate fish to fry on the horizon. six games, York’s defense has al“We felt like last week getting lowed but 34 points. Glenbard West win No. 5 was a big goal,” Fitzgercame into the game having scored ald said of becoming playoff eligi278 points in its first five victories. ble with five wins in Week 5 against “Coach (Don) Gelosmino put in a Lyons Township (14-7 win). “This great defensive scheme to stop Glen- is a milestone win. It’s a huge win. bard West on the run and pass,” Sny- Glenbard West was another goal. der said.

Now we have, for sure, clinched a

playoff spot by knocking them out and now we are in a position to win the conference championship. This is how this league goes, every week is a battle. This is awesome. I am proud of the kids and I am proud of the kids that have come before them. We have changed the culture, the kids are committed to what we want to do. The long practices in the summer and the morning work these guys put in, people don’t realize how much goes into this. The kids bought into this and that’s awesome to see. This is the result of all their hard work.”

Snyder said the Dukes also have been motivated this season for another reason. “I think this year has been partly about playing for the seniors who lost out on a chance at the playoffs last year,” he explained.

“We want to win for them. Also, our motto is pound the stone, and we’ve been pounding ever since we were freshman to try to get this opportunity. We have all bought in and are playing for each other. The playoffs are a huge boost for the entire program. It’s been before since all the guys on the team have been around that York has been in the playoffs.”

Now, the Dukes turn their attention to another WSC Silver meat-grinder at home against Hinsdale Central.

The winner will have sole possession of first place in the league.

“This means the world, but our job is not finished yet,” Hansmann said.

“Our goal is to go 9-0 and 6-0 in conference. We have three more games.

Hinsdale is doing very well and we must be ready for them. Right now, we’re not looking at the playoffs. We 100 percent want to win the conference and go 9-0. We have always had battles with Hinsdale. We’re going to do whatever it takes to get prepared and win the week.”

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The IC Catholic Prep football team continued its winning ways with a 2916 road win over Wheaton Academy in a Metro Suburban Conference Blue Division game.

The Knights moved to 6-0 and earned an automatic playoff berth in the process.

After a 7-7 first quarter, IC Catholic Prep took a 13-10 lead into halftime and then outscored the Warriors 16-6 in the second half.

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(Continued from page 20) 436-runner card. Quinn was 31st. most is their commitment to their Earlier, York won the Lake Park training and, most importantly, to and Geneva invites. At Lake Park, each other,” DeAngelis said. “They York won it with 35 points (sec- work so well together and really ond-place team had 78 points). feel like a family.”

Winton was third, while Klimek Of late, DeAngelis has been was fourth. Bennis took fifth, particularly impressed with the Quinn 12th and Owens 16th. improvements Klimek and Owens At Geneva, York won with have made. “Katherine and Maggie 51 points (second-place had 82 have had outstanding seasons,” she points). Winton was the meet run- said. “Maggie is our No. 6 runner ner-up, while Klimek took third who has stepped up into the No. 5 and Owens, a sophomore, was 11th. spot many times, which shows the “What has impressed me the depth of this group.”

York’s JV was also undefeated through the end of September.

York will compete in the West Suburban Conference Silver Division meet Oct. 16 at Lyons Township South campus.

“This team has very specific goals and they are on target to accomplish these goals through their training and preparation,” DeAngelis said. “We need to continue focusing on the little things we can control and staying healthy.”

a defensive safety. Wheaton Academy was limited to 72 rushing yards (2.8 yards per carry) and completed only 16 of 32 passes.

The win moved IC Catholic Prep to 4-0 in MSC Blue play, while Wheaton Academy dropped to 4-2 and 3-1 in conference. The Knights host Riverside-Brookfield Friday. R-B moved to the MSC Red Division. The Knights have only one Blue game remaining against Bishop McNamara.

York girls volleyball While York girls volleyball coach Danny Piwowarczyk said his squad had a rough stretch of late with some close losses, he has been impressed by the play of middle blockers Keira Concannon (6-3 junior) and Amariss Villatoro Nevarez (5-9 senior).

“They have been playing great,” he said. “Both have been working really hard on their hitting technique all season to keep improving and it has been paying off. In the most recent stretch of matches they are leading the team in kill percentage. Amariss started out on the freshman B team years ago and has really embraced a growth mindset the past four years, which is what I have been trying to build the team around.

“Keira really was hoping to make varsity as a sophomore after being on the sophomore team as a freshman, but the wait has helped her improve her skills. She is another player who has really embraced the growth mind-

set and is looking to improve. These two have been so reliable, doing their job in the middle. It has been such a blessing to have them.”

Concannon recently was named to the American Volleyball Coaches Association Phenom List for non-seniors excelling in the sport.

IC Catholic Prep girls volleyball The IC Catholic Prep girls volleyball team was a recent 25-21, 25-17 winner over Rosary to improve to 13-5 overall and 5-1 in conference play.

Claire Wagner had 10 kills and four digs. Ava Falduto had 10 kills, six digs and two blocks. Lucy Russ had 18 assists, eight digs and two blocks, while Allie Geiger had two kills and four blocks. Alysa Lawton had 12 digs and one ace. The Knights hosted Timothy Christian earlier this week.

Timothy Christian girls volleyball The Timothy Christian girls volleyball team dropped a 25-22, 2523 match to Chicago Christian.

Abby VanderWal had nine kills, seven digs and two aces.

Hope Huizenga had eight kills, five digs and one block. Amanda Leibrock had six kills and one block, while Sierra Rieger had 24 assists and four digs and Abi Alonzo had 10 digs.

Timothy was 13-11 overall and 2-2 in conference play after the Chicago Christian decision.

IC Catholic Prep Football Week 7 Preview

Riverside-Brookfield (5-1) at IC Catholic Prep (6-0) When: Friday, 7:15 p.m.

Where: Lewis Stadium at Plunkett Athletic Complex, Elmhurst Last week: IC Catholic Prep 29, Wheaton Academy 16; Riverside-Brookfield 51, Westmont 0 Last year: IC Catholic Prep 51, RiversideBrookfield 0

Outlook: This is a battle of the two Metro Suburban Conference division leaders. IC Catholic Prep leads the Blue Division at 4-0, while R-B, now in the Red, leads the other side also at 4-0. IC Catholic Prep running back Malik Gray has run for 546 yards on 77 carries and has scored seven touchdowns. The Knights are averaging 163 yards per game on the ground. R-B’s only loss was to a Wauconda team that is leading the Northern Lake County Conference and is 6-0. The Bulldogs’ five wins are against teams with a combined 9-15 record heading into Week 6. All signs point to IC Catholic Prep here.

York Football Week 7 Preview Hinsdale Central (5-1, 3-0) at York (6-0, 4-0) When: Friday, 7:30 p.m.

Where: York High School, Elmhurst Last week: York 12, Glenbard West 10; Hinsdale Central 30, Downers North 20 Last year: Hinsdale Central 19, York 0

Outlook: York is in the driver’s seat in the West Suburban Conference Silver Division race. A win against Hinsdale would put the Dukes up 1 1/2 games on Central and likely Glenbard West, which plays at Downers North this week. The Dukes’ huge win over Glenbard West earned it an automatic playoff berth. York is 10-2 in its last 12 games. York lost to Glenbard West and Hinsdale Central by a combined 40-0 in the spring, but avenged the West loss in grand fashion. Will Hinsdale have the same fate? Head over to the stadium to find out.

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Friday Night Lights

Timothy Christian Schools hosted its traditional Friday Night Lights event centered around the Trojans’ boys soccer team scoring a 7-0 win over Bishop McNamara. This year’s Friday Night Lights gathering drew a crowd of more than 1,200 people from the Timothy community. The school grilled hotdogs and hamburgers for all in attendance, had face painters for the younger fans, a halftime take-a-shot contest, and wrapped up the evening with a giant bonfire for high school students.

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