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New law requires school counselors to be properly licensed, certified

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The ‘Let It Be Us-Young Professionals’ was the Hops for Humanity quarterly charity recipient in Oct. 2018. The group gathered at Red Arrow Tap in Elmhurst to receive the funds on Monday, Nov. 26. Representing the charity are: (left to right holding the big check): Shane Quinlan, Melanie Noonan, Patrick Noonan, Jamie McGuire and Mike Walker. ‘Let it Be Us’ lends assistance to children in group foster homes and sponsors ‘Project Dignity’ which provides a backpack of personal items to individual kids entering the homes -- ‘Items they can call their own.’

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In response to the recent discovery that Illinois school districts have hired individuals as school counselors without the proper licensing and certification, legislation was initiated to protect the mental health of students and ensure only licensed school counselors may provide these crucial services. With support from the Illinois School Counselor Association and the Illinois Mental Health Counselors Association, House Bill 4514 asserts that if a school district is hiring someone with the title “school counselor,” they must be certified and endorsed as a school counselor—with a Master’s degree in school counseling, 600 hours of teaching experience, appropriate casework and service experience and passed the required school counseling examinations. They have been thoroughly trained to provide counseling to students and versed in addressing emotional and mental health issues and provide career planning. “I want to thank … the Illinois Legislature for assuring that students and parents can be confident someone fulfilling the job of a school counselor has adequate training,” said Illinois School Counselor Association Executive Director Daniel Staci. “School counselors in Illinois must have a Master’s degree in counseling, which includes training to provide individual and group counseling, as well as college and career development counseling. They develop and implement important school-based prevention programs. These may include anti-bullying, suicide prevention, and body image programming to name a few.” House Bill 4514 passed both Chambers on Thursday, Nov. 28, becoming law and effective immediately.

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ICGS gives to Marine Corps’ Toys for Tots Drive On the chilly, snowy morning of Tuesday, Nov. 27, Immaculate Conception Grade School student council members, staff members, and first and second graders joined ABC 7 meteorologist Tracy Butler on the Chicago news station’s early morning broadcast. During the week before Thanksgiving, ICGS collected Christmas toys for the United States Marine Corps’ “Toys for Tots” campaign. On the 27th, the Marines, ABC 7 Chicago, and the IHOP Restaurant in Melrose Park sponsored, “Stuff the Truck,” an opportunity for the ICGS students to stuff a military truck with all of the toys they collected. The event was ICGS students help the United States Marine Corps. with their “Toys for Tots” toy collection on Tuesday, televised during the morning weather Nov. 27. reports on ABC.

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Five County-wide officials, 12 County Board members sworn in to office

DuPage County hosted an inauguration ceremony Monday for 17 elected officials who were sworn into office. DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin presided over the event. DuPage County Chairman Dan Cronin delivered his third inaugural address. Cronin was first elected to the office of County Board Chairman in 2010. “As we begin our new chapter in governing, I’m energized both by our achievements and by the challenges that lie ahead,” said Chairman Dan Cronin. “I believe we can serve as a beacon of good government in a state that sorely needs a compelling example of county government that is responsive and reICGS Student Council President Grant Schleiter is interviewed by sponsible. We are called upon to be the ABC 7 Chicago’s meteorologist Tracy Butler on the morning news- leaders our residents need.” cast on Tuesday, Nov. 27. It was all part of ICGS’s participation in the County-wide elected officials, who U.S. Marine Corps effort for Toys for Tots. were sworn in to serve four-year terms,

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included County Board Chairman Dan Cronin, Sheriff James Mendrick, County Clerk Jean Kaczmarek, Treasurer Gwen Henry, and Regional Superintendent of Schools Darlene Ruscitti. The 12 County Board members elected in November will serve four-year terms. The following Board members took the oath of office on Monday: District 1 – Ashley Selmon and Sam Tornatore District 2 – Elizabeth Chaplin and Peter DiCianni District 3 – Greg Hart and Julie Renehan District 4 – Grant Eckhoff and Mary FitzGerald Ozog District 5 – Sadia Covert and Dawn DeSart District 6 –Sheila Rutledge and James Zay Chaplin, DiCianni, Eckhoff, Hart, Tornatore, and Zay are incumbents, while the other six are new members of the Board.

Boy Scout Troop 14 in Elmhurst collected toys and games for the Toys for Tots program on Sunday, Dec 2 as part of their annual Troop Christmas celebration.

GRACE KUNESH, 93 Grace Kunesh, 93, formerly of Elmhurst, passed away October 31, 2018. She was born March 26, 1925. She was the loving mother of Pat Bielecki (Dennis), Linda, Bob (Beth), and John (Renee); grandmother of Trisha, Jim, Mike, Krista, Matt, Dan, and Casey; and great grandmother of Kayla, Hayley, and Addison. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert (Bob) Kunesh, parents John and Irene Orsahl, brother Arne Orsahl, and sister, Emily Dwyer. A celebration of her life will be held on January 13, 2019, at 2 p.m. at DuPage Care Center in Wheaton. Interment will be private. Arrangements provided by the family.

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Yadav Nathwani sworn in as 24th District Senator First Indian-American member of Illinois Senate in history

Milton Township Vice-Chairman Yadav “Nick” Nathwani was appointed and sworn in as the new State Senator for the 24th District to represent the interests of his west suburban constituents for the remainder of the 100th General Assembly. Nathwani made Illinois history as the first Indian-American member to serve in the Illinois State Senate. “It is vitally important the 24th District has a voice and a representative in these final weeks when important votes are being taken,” said Nathwani. “While my time in the Senate is limited, I am fully dedicated to addressing constituent issues, advocating for better government policies, and most importantly, serving the interests of our communities. It is a distinct honor to serve, and I have begun work immediately in Springfield to begin my committee assignments and discussions for Legislative Veto Session. I encourage residents to stay involved and reach out to me about their legislative priorities. Their input will guide my votes over the following weeks.” Nathwani currently leads the Milton Township Republican Central Committee as Vice-Chairman and has served as a Trustee for more than five years. Prior to the Township, he was elected as the Finance Commissioner for the Village of Glen Ellyn and a Board Member of the

Glenbard Township High School District 87, where he first began his public service in local government at the age of 25. Professionally, Nathwani works full-time as the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer for a professional paving and concrete company bringing a wealth of financial and revenue knowledge to the Illinois Senate. Given his diverse government and business background, Nathwani has been appointed as the Minority Spokesman on the Senate Financial Institutions Committee and will serve on the Senate Committees for Gaming, Commerce and Economic Development, Energy and Public Utilities, as well as the Special Committee on Oversight of Medicaid Managed Care. Nathwani was ceremonially sworn in on the Senate Floor by Appellate Court Judge Pete C. Cavanagh and Senate Republican Leader Bill Brady on Tuesday, Nov. 27, having taken office Monday, Nov. 26. He has declined the offer of a state pension and health care for his time in the Senate as a commitment to the taxpayers and public service. The Senator encourages 24th SUBMITTED PHOTO Elmhurst Independent District residents to contact the ofYadav “Nick” Nathwani (center) was ceremonially sworn in on the Senate Floor by Appellate Court fice with state and local issues. He can be reached by phone at (217) Judge Pete C. Cavanagh (left) and Senate Republican Leader Bill Brady on Tuesday, Nov. 27, having 782-8148 and by email at Senator- taken office Monday. Nathwani is filling the vacancy left when Chris Nybo resigned just after losing re-election to Democrat Suzy Nowiak, who will take over in January. Nathwani@gmail.com.

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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.” Take the Next Step - END the Suffering... Initial Consultation Just $43 Call (630) 941-8733 to schedule your appointment. Mention this article (CODE: IND43SCS12) Only 100 reader consultations are available at this exclusively discounted rate. Call her office now and get a full and thorough examination to pinpoint the cause of your problem for just $43. 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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Police beat

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

1:42 a.m. Logan J. Techentin, 18, of Elmhurst, was issued a citation for possession of cannabis in the 100 block of S. Prospect at around 10:08 p.m.

Assault, battery

Nov. 28 A reporting officer located the suspect in the street in the 500 block of N. Indiana at around 3:54 a.m. The suspect told police he was involved in a fight with his friend who was no longer at the scene. No complaints are to be signed at this time. Nov. 23 Police said officers responded at around 6:50 p.m. for a battery report in the 200 block of W. Eggleston involving a father and his daughter’s boyfriend. Further investigation is pending.

Criminal damage

Nov. 26 A victim in the 100 block of Highland told police at around 11:05 a.m. that a large tree fell from the parkway and landed his house and fence. Oct. 30-Nov. 1 A victim in the 200 block of E. Third told police that an unknown suspect(s) damaged the front door and frame and also damaged the rear sliding door with large scratches sometime between the above dates.

Criminal trespass to property

Nov. 24 A complainant at a restaurant in the 400 block of N. York told police at around 8:34 p.m. that he observed a juvenile suspect enter and exit a permanently closed business. Officers made contact with the suspect at another business nearby. Police said the suspect related that he entered the building to see what it looked like inside. The suspect was released at the scene to his parent and will be recommended to the Peer Jury.

Disorderly conduct

Nov. 26 Police said they were notified about an inappropriate posting that was created and then posted to Snapchat by two middle school students in the 100 block of W. Butterfield at around 9:27 a.m. The post was removed a short time later and the juvenile subject’s parents were notified. A juvenile disposition is pending.

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

Nov. 23 Hector Rodrigo Gonzalez-Ramirez, 27, of Chicago, was charged with DUI, speeding and no insurance subsequent to a traffic stop near St. Charles and York at around 4:04 a.m. Nov. 22 Stephen Carter, 28, of Gilberts, was charged with DUI and failure to yield turning left sub-

CALL 800-222-TIPS sequent to a traffic stop near North and Berteau at around 4:19 a.m. Richard C. Palmer, 47, of Melrose Park, was charged with aggravated DUI and aggravated driving while license revoked near North and Melrose at around 1:10 a.m. Police said Palmer’s vehicle was stopped due to a passenger not wearing a seat belt. Michael Rinaldi, 26, of Bensenville, was charged with DUI-drugs, unlawful possession of a controlled substance, speeding, improper lane usage and disobeying a traffic control device near Route 83 and St. Charles at around 1:04 a.m. Police said that subsequent to a traffic stop, Rinaldi was found to be DUI-drugs and also was found to be in possession of cannabis and alprazolam.

Fleeing, eluding

Nov. 28 Police said that subsequent to an attempted retail theft in Villa Park, a reporting officer observed a vehicle matching the description of the suspect vehicle. A traffic stop was attempted at around 9:38 p.m., and the vehicle fled eastbound on I-290 from North Avenue. The vehicle accelerated and the traffic stop was terminated.

Harassment, threats

Sept. 20-Nov. 28 A complainant in the 400 block of E. South St. told police at around 10:13 a.m. that the suspect has been texting and emailing the complainant looking for a relationship. The complainant does not want to sign complaints, but wants the suspect to cease all contact. The suspect was advised that he would be arrested if he had any further contact with the complainant.

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

Nov. 25 Cole R. Blank, 19, of Elmhurst, was issued citations for possession of cannabis, possession of drug paraphernalia and failure to yield turning left, while Jack M. Crowley, 19, of Elmhurst, was issued a citation for possession of drug paraphernalia subsequent to a traffic stop near York and Illinois at around 12:50 a.m. Jalon Chiles, 20, of Bellwood, was issued a citation for possession of cannabis near Butterfield and Commonwealth at around 9:13 a.m. William G. Nieves, 23, of Chicago, was issued citations for speeding and possession of drug paraphernalia, while Vanessa Zurita, 22, of Chicago, was issue a citation for illegal transportation of alcohol subsequent to a traffic stop near North and Willow at around

Nov. 24 Mason G. Carlini, 18, and Mario Carlini, 18, both of Villa Park, were issued citations for possession of cannabis subsequent to a loud music complaint in the 300 block of Kimball at around 1:05 a.m. Adam M. Filas, 18, of Franklin Park, was charged with unlawful possession of a controlled substance, possession of cannabis, possession of drug paraphernalia and speeding, while Leonardo A. Corona, 18, of Chicago, was issued citations for possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia near Palmer and Schiller at around 2:27 a.m. Police said that subsequent to a traffic stop, a glass smoking pipe was in plain view and an odor of cannabis was coming from inside of the vehicle. A search of the vehicle yielded cannabis and psilocin mushrooms, according to police.

Public indecency

Nov. 26 Police said officers responded to the report of a suspect who had exposed his genitalia in the 200 block of N. Clinton at around 2:10 p.m. The victims told police that while they were on the front porch, they saw suspect described as a black male approximately 35 years old, wearing a red knit winter hat, gray jacket, and gray sweatpants walking on the sidewalk. The victims related the unknown suspect then unfastened his pants and exposed himself while talking on a cell phone. The suspect then continued walking north on Clinton. The area was checked with no results.

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

lice said a complainant related she observed Lopez carry several items of merchandise into the changing room, and exit the changing room without the merchandise. According to police, Lopez left the store and admitted to stealing the merchandise. Nov. 22-Nov. 23 Attempted residential burglary was reported in the 400 block of Emery Lane sometime between the above dates. A victim told police that she felt cold air coming from the basement and found a basement window was pushed in. Nothing appears to have been taken from the home. Nov. 22 A stolen vehicle was reported in the 600 block of County Line Road at around 10:52 a.m. The complainant, a salesman for a company in Aurora, told police that his company delivers trailers of pallets to a company located in Elmhurst. On Nov. 20, a semi trailer filled with pallets was left at the rear of the company’s parking lot. On the above date, the complainant discovered the trailer was missing. Theft was reported at a mobile phone store in the 300 block of S. Route 83 at around 5:08 a.m. Police said officers located a smashed front door and window at the store. Several cell phones were reportedly taken by three suspects who exited the store after approximately 30 seconds and fled on Route 83 in a white Jeep Cherokee. The jeep had been reported stolen from Harvey and was recovered unoccupied at a tow yard on Nov. 23. Further investigation is pending. Theft was reported at a store in the 300 block of S. Route 83 at around 8:20 a.m. A victim told police that she was missing her brown Coach brand wallet. The victim stated she believes someone may have taken her wallet while she was paying for her purchases. The victim’s driver’s license was entered into LEADS.

Nov. 10 Theft was reported in the 200 block of S. Fair at around 4:36 p.m. A victim told police that sometime on the above date, an unknown suspect(s) removed a package from his front door step. The USPS tracking number shows Nov. 25 Natalia Lopez, 30, of Streamwood, was the package had been left in the mailbox. charged with retail theft at a store in the 300 USPS and Ebay advised the victim to report block of S. Route 83 at around 4:10 p.m. Po- the theft to the police department.

More crime news Three women charged in domestic battery incidents

On Nov. 21, police said that, subsequent to a call for a domestic battery in the 800 block of N. York at around 2:20 p.m., a 22-year-old Elmhurst woman was observed grabbing and pulling the arms of the victim. Police said the woman attempted to leave the scene and, while being detained, she hit and spit on a reporting officer. A 25-year-old Milwaukee woman at the scene allegedly provided a false name, and was found to have five warrants out of Wisconsin. The Elmhurst woman was charged with two counts of domestic battery, battery to a police officer and resisting arrest. The Milwaukee woman was charged with obstructing identification and being a fugitive from justice. On Nov. 22, a 56-year-old Elmhurst woman was charged with domestic battery in the 200 block of N. Oak Lawn at around 12:12 p.m. A victim told police that while she was speaking on the phone, the suspect allegedly grabbed

the phone and pulled out some of her hair. The suspect admitted these acts took place, according to police. Also on Nov. 22, a 48-year-old Elmhurst woman was charged with two counts of domestic battery and unlawful interference with the reporting of domestic violence in the 100 block of Fellows Court at around 11:03 p.m. Police said a victim related that the suspect scratched his face. Officers observed scratch marks on the victim’s head.

Suspect asks to see necklace, then departs with it

On Nov. 28, retail theft was reported at a store in the 300 block of S. Route 83 at around 7:17 p.m. Police said the suspect had entered the store and approached the jewelry counter. The suspect then asked to see a necklace, and upon receiving the necklace, left the store with it without paying for it. An investigation is pending.

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Obituaries

Maurice Philip Kennedy Maurice Philip Kennedy, of Franklin, Wisc., and formerly of Elmhurst, passed away from cancer on November 27, 2018. He was preceded in death by his parents Maurice and Mabel Kennedy. Maury is survived by his son Matthew of Mount Pleasant, Wisc., with his wife Angela and two grandchildren; son Joshua of Centennial, Colo., with his wife Teri and three grandchildren; brother Michael of Minocqua, Wisc., with his wife Marianne and their three sons and families. Jean Kennedy, his former spouse, has remained a friend and confidante. Maury graduated from York High School, obtained a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering at Iowa State University and received a MBA degree in Finance at St. Louis University. A visitation will be held on Saturday, Dec. 8 at 1 p.m., followed by a memorial service at 1:30 p.m., at St. Thomas of Canterbury Church, 7255 Grange Avenue, Greendale, Wisc. A private internment will be in the family plot, alongside his parents, in Oakbrook Terrace at a later date. In remembrance, please direct contributions to St. Thomas of Canterbury Church. Arrangements provided by family members.

Schwank (Blake) of Colorado Springs, and Eric Swenson (Monica) of San Diego; a son-inlaw John Petras, brothers Jerry (Jan) Linder and John (Bonnie) Linder; and, beloved grandchildren Johnny & Jarek Petras and Katrina & Jessica Schwank. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Esther (Andersen) Linder. Born in Council Bluffs, Iowa, Joan had a passion for learning and held baccalaureate degrees in Biology and English from Central Missouri University and a Master’s in Education from Loyola University. Residing for many years in Elmhurst, Joan was a true Renaissance woman. A well-liked teacher for both English and science, she also brought her passions to the workforce as a realtor, title closer, and sales clerk at Von Maur. A Celebration of Life service will be held at a future date in Colorado Springs. Arrangements provided by family members.

Betty Helen Joens, 84 Betty Helen Joens, nee Buchman, 84, passed away Sunday, November 25, 2018 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove. Betty was born on December 28, 1933 in Elmhurst, the daughter of Henry and Frieda Buchman. She met Alan Joens of Blue Island while attending Elmhurst College and they were married on August 29, 1953. Betty was preceded in death by her husband Alan, who passed away on March 13, 2001, and by both her parents. She was also preceded in death by her older brother Edward, who passed away this past September. She is survived by her six children: Jeffrey (Ada) Joens of Miami; Thomas (Beth) Joens of Lombard; Kathryn (Thomas) Reich of Forest Park; Robert (Laura) Joens of Roselle; David (Mona Martin) Joens of Springfield; and Karen (Carl) Johnson of Eagle Mountain, Utah. She is also survived by nine grandchildren: Barbara Joens, Ellis Joens, Elizabeth (Gabe) Conville, Sarah (Jeff) Wronkiewicz, Matthew Reich, Dakota Joens, Alex Joens, Benjamin Joens and Rachel Johnson. Her sister-in-law, Marilyn Buchman, also survives Esther Joan Swenson, 81 Joan (Linder) Swenson, formerly her, as do her nephews William, Edward, Michael, and Daniel of Elmhurst, died on November Buchman, her niece Linda Bialla, 19, 2018 due to complications of advanced emphysema at the age of her godson Phillip Solomonson, and many, many friends. 81. She passed away in Hartland, A resident of Lombard for 46 Wisc., surrounded by family and years, Betty worked for more than friends. Joan is survived by her 20 years in customer service at children Julie Swenson (Avery J.C. Penney at Yorktown Shopping Goodrich) of Madison, Christie

Center. She was an active member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Lombard and of the Elmhurst Elks Club. For the past seven years she had been living at Lexington Square in Lombard and her family would like to express its deep gratitude to the wonderful staff who work there and the many great residents who live there. Betty was loved by all who knew her and made friends

wherever she went. She travelled to Europe several times, the first time being as a child to be baptized in the Buchman family church in Wald, Switzerland. She was most proud of her children and grandchildren and was blessed with their constant visits, phone calls, love and support. A visitation will be held on Saturday, December 1, 2018 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Chapel Hill

Gardens West Funeral Home on Roosevelt Road in Oak Brook Terrace. Funeral services will follow at 1 p.m. with interment to be at Chapel Hill Gardens West. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Betty’s name may be made to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)-DuPage County Chapter at namidupage. org or to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital at stjude.org.

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Carol Germanos, 81 Carol Germanos, nee Maier, a 45-year resident of Elmhurst, passed away on October 17, 2018, at the age of 81. She was the first daughter born in America to Emil and Louise; sister of Richard (Sophia); faithful wife of Edward; patient mother of Paul, Erika (Chris), and Andrea (Danny); proud grandmother of Zachary, Gemma, and Emilia; and walker of Cookie. An active member of The Courts, a regular attendee of St. Peter’s UCC, a weekly volunteer at the Elmhurst Yorkfield Food Pantry, a passionate fan of the Chicago White Sox, a lover of her garden and birds, only a month after being diagnosed with pancreatic and liver cancer she was lost to us. Though she received exceptional care at Central DuPage Hospital, Carol was blessed to be able to spend her final days at home in her own bed, surrounded by her family. Her memorial service was held at St. Peter’s UCC, on October 20, 2018. “All good things must come to an end.” Arrangements were provided by the family.

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Reader discusses holidays for those with dementia

Aldermen reflect on recent elections partisan by their nature. These are the same types of issues that come before the Elmhurst City Council. As aldermen, each of our personal perspectives may be more reflective of one party or another, but our elections are nonpartisan, and there is a high level of respect and cooperation among us. The party affiliations of county board members are an obstacle we don’t have on city council, but partisanship doesn’t need to be a barrier to establishing relationships, listening to ideas, gathering information, understanding perspectives, and finding common ground. Cooperation requires compromise, which means that not all outcomes will be completely consistent with our preferences. This is the case for elected officials and their constituents, who inevitably have a wide

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Elections often give us a lot to think about. One thought that comes to mind is that the newly elected DuPage County Board has an excellent opportunity to demonstrate bipartisan cooperation. Among the board’s existing 18 members is one Democrat. When the newly elected members are sworn in, there will be seven Democrats. All members of the new board will be faced with a choice: band together along party lines or value the perspectives of all colleagues and work together to keep DuPage County moving forward. Is it reasonable to expect that the DuPage Board can do what Springfield and Washington regularly fail to do? Yes. The issues that come before the board are overwhelming related to operations and services – non-

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Daily life for someone living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia can be frustrating, lonely, scary and even depressing but not when that person lives at Artis Senior Living. Each of our residents has their own life story that, unfortunately, now includes a memory impairment. Contrary to what one might think, that diagnosis does not mean their story is over. It is simply a new chapter in which their family grows to include a care team and a larger support system. As we head into the holiday season, it is necessary to acknowledge that although the celebrations may not be the same as they once were, they can still bring many smiles and happy moments. Happiness is not defined by where the celebrations are held or by the time or day the get together occurs but instead by the joy that is felt by being together and living in the moment.

Dementia forces us to live in the moment with our residents and their families. It also means that sometimes we alter the way we do things so that our loved ones can have successful days. Recently we celebrated Thanksgiving. We invited all of our residents’ loved ones to join us for a true Thanksgiving meal complete with turkey, stuffing, sweet potatoes, green beans, festive décor and live music. As an extra special treat, we had a resident’s granddaughter perform a beautiful a capella opera version of “Ava Maria.” The smiles on their faces as well as our residents, families and friends reminds us of the quote by Denis Waitley: “A good life is a collection of happy moments” and that is truly what our celebration was. Ailish Doherty Artis Senior Living of Elmhurst

variety of perspectives. If we expect our legislators to work together to influence outcomes, then we (as a community and as their constituents) must do for them what we ask them to do for us – listen, gather information, and understand perspectives. To the incoming DuPage County Board members, please be an example of bipartisan cooperation that provides hope for the same in our state and nation’s capitals. To our fellow DuPage County residents, please continue to support the public servants we’ve just elected as they work together to take us forward to the best of their ability. Marti Deuter, Alderman, 1st Ward Scott Levin, Alderman, 5th Ward City of Elmhurst

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These six volunteers served Thanksgiving dinner to the residents of Artis Senior Living and their families and guests. Servers included (back row, from left): Jake Moreland, Diana Espitia, Mary Ann Iovinelli; (front row): Sabrianna Ruge, Ylandus Roundy and Amanda Janicke.

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Bethel UCC announces holiday worship, music programs

Bethel United Church of Christ vices during Advent. Program, with the children of Bethel and rememinvites the community to joins in its Sunday worship on Dec. 9 at 10 leading the congregation in songs of ber the true special programs and worship ser- a.m. offers the Children’s Christmas the season, helping us to celebrate meaning of Christmas. Family and friends are invited to share this child-friendly hour of worship and to stay afterwards to enjoy coffee hour with cinnamon rolls provided by the Bethel youth group as a fundraiser for its summer mission trip. The following Sunday, Dec. 16 at 10 a.m., Bethel offers its annual Christmas Music Sunday, when the adult voice and handbell choirs, along with soloists, will present “The Coming of God,” featuring both traditional and contemporary music. This worship service of Advent and Christmas songs is a highlight of the season at Bethel. Led by its Senior Minister Rev. Gretchen Sylvester, Bethel will hold two worship services on Monday, Dec. 24. At 4 p.m., the Christmas Eve family service takes place, and the traditional Christmas Eve service SUBMITTED PHOTO Elmhurst Independent begins at 10 p.m. Both of these services will include traditional carols, reading of the Christmas story, and candlelight. Field Elementary fifth graders compete in the 10th annual Field Drumstick Dash on Saturday, The family-oriented service at 4 Nov. 10 at Wild Meadows Trace. This one-mile race is the culmination of several months of training p.m. is planned for all ages, filled by members of the Field Running Club. Pictured are (top row, from left): Sophia Galiano-Sanchez, with familiar and well-loved songs Anjali Srinivasan, Calan Knicker, Zoe Emja, Abby Ciarrachi, Sophia Ali, Alex ElEtr-Garofalo, Emily and stories. McNichols, Allison Fehlberg (bottom row): Lila Stanley, Lily Bianchi, Ellie Kehoe. At the 10 p.m. service of lessons and carols, the Bethel adult voice choir will sing traditional and contemporary pieces. The IndependenT newspapers presenTs... Both services will end with the traditional singing of “Silent Night” by candlelight. Bethel United Church of Christ is located at 315 E. St. Charles Rd. in Elmhurst. Church facilities are fully accessible, and parking is available behind the church. Please enter from St. Charles Rd. or Huntington Lane off Poplar. Call the church at 630279-4040 for more information.

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On Wednesday, Dec. 5 from 3:308 p.m., the annual Special Kids Day holiday party will take place at Wilder Mansion, 211 Prospect. Children of all ages with special needs along with their siblings and families are invited to this free event to meet Santa for a photo, receive a gift, enjoy activities like face-painting, music, cookie-decorating, crafts and more. No reservations required. Just come and be prepared to smile! For more information, visit skd. org.

Elmhurst Community Programs for December 2018

Programs air on COMCAST Channel 6 and AT&T U-Verse Channel 99 Programs may also be found at ElmhurstTV.com Elmhurst Our Kind Of Town #1446 Elmhurst American Legion THB Post 187 3rd Annual Military Ball Master of Ceremonies: Wes Becton Sundays at 4 p.m. Fridays at 5 p.m. Elmhurst Our Kind Of Town #1447 Time Travelers #37 - *Series Finale* Topic: Future Programming at the Elmhurst History Museum Host: Ken Bartels Special Guests: David Oberg, Executive Director, Elmhurst History Museum Daniel Bartlett, Curator of Exhibits, Elmhurst History Museum Sundays at 6 p.m. Wednesdays at 5 p.m. Elmhurst Our Kind Of Town #1448 2018 Elmhurst Veterans Day Ceremony Master of Ceremonies: Bill Shanklin Wednesdays at 6 p.m. Saturdays at 6 p.m. Elmhurst Our Kind Of Town #1449 Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra Presents “French Connections” Music Director and Conductor: Stephen Alltop Tuesdays at 4 p.m. Saturdays at 7 p.m. Elmhurst Our Kind Of Town #1450 35th Annual Dan Gibbons Turkey Trot Hosts: Ken Bartels & John Quigley Tuesdays at 6 p.m. Saturdays at 5 p.m. Elmhurst Our Kind Of Town #1451 Spirito! Singers Present: “What Sweeter Music” Spirito! Christmas Concert Sundays at 7 p.m. Thursdays at 5 p.m. (starts Sun 12/9) NOTE: No playback on 12/24 & 12/25 due to the holidays. City Council Meetings air Wednesdays at 12 noon and Thursdays 7 p.m. School District #205 Board Meetings air on Thursdays at 2 p.m. For information: www. ElmhurstTV.com

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York grad Kyle Mattes enjoying stellar season at ISU Becomes highest finisher in Redbird men’s cross country history

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Thanks to the athletic department of Illinois State University (ISU), the Independent has been able to keep up with Elmhurst resident and York grad Kyle Mattes, who has been enjoying an outstanding cross-country season at ISU. On Oct. 13, the Independent learned that Kyle, a senior, captured an 8K personal best and moved up the Illinois State record books at the NCAA Pre-Nationals. He led the Redbirds for the entirety of the 8K White Race, making his biggest move during the middle part of the race, passing 73 runners from the 2K mark to the 6K mark. Mattes finished the race just as strong, crossing the finish line in a personal-best 24:18.70 to finish 29th among 232 student-athletes. With the time, Mattes improved to fifth all-time on the Illinois State top-10 list. Following that performance, Mattes was named Missouri Valley Conference Male Cross Country

Athlete of the Week. Not only was his time the top 8K mark in the Conference so far this season, but it is also the fifth-fastest time in Illinois State Cross Country history. With Mattes leading the Redbird brigade, ISU was able to defeat 10 USTFCCCA regionally-ranked opponents, including Indiana State (No. 10 in the Great Lakes). Runs to All-Region Honors at NCAA Midwest Regional According to a release received Nov. 9, at the NCAA Division I Cross Country Midwest Regional, Mattes earned All-Region distinction for the second-consecutive year. He led the Illinois State men to a ninth place finish, their highest since the 2001 season. Competing in his first 10K of the season, Mattes finished eighth with a time of 31:04.60. Having placed seventh at the 2017 NCAA Midwest Regional, he became the first Redbird to earn back-to-back All-Region accolades since 2014.

Qualifies for NCAA XC Championship On Nov. 10, it was learned that Mattes had earned one of the region’s four individual qualifying spots for the 2018 NCAA Cross Country Championship. Again, Mattes made history, becoming the first ISU men’s student-athlete to qualify individually for the NCAA Division I Cross Country Championships in back-toback seasons. He is only the second Redbird to qualify for the NCAA Championships twice, joining athlete Tony Daniel who qualified as an individual in 1989 and as part of ISU’s NCAA-qualifying team in 1990. That made Mattes a two-time NCAA qualifier, two-time All-Midwest Region selection, and fourtime All-MVC performer. He goes down as one of the most decorated cross-country student-athletes in ISU cross-country history. “Kyle is the definition of a championship racer,” said ISU’s Director of Track & Field and Cross Country Jeff Bovee. “He always shows up

when he needs to, and I think he has an even better race in him next week than what we saw from him yesterday.” Wrapping up the season On Nov. 17, ISU reported that Mattes had closed out a decorated Illinois State cross-country career at the 2018 NCAA Division I Cross Country Championship by making Redbird cross country history.

He placed 52nd overall with a 10K time of 30:10.30, etching his name in the Illinois State cross-country record book once again. Mattes was the top Missouri Valley Conference finisher at the NCAA Championship. He completed his Illinois State cross-country career as one of the best in program history. He was a two-time NCAA qualifier, two-time All-Region selection, and four-time All-MVC performer.

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Elmhurst resident and York grad Kyle Mattes, pictured here, has been enjoying an outstanding cross-country season at Illinois State University (ISU). He completed his Illinois State cross-country career as one of the best in program history. He was a two-time NCAA qualifier, two-time All-Region selection, and four-time All-MVC performer.

ICGS begins After School Care After a considerable amount of research by Immaculate Conception Grade School administrators and school board during the 2017-18 school year, it was decided that an After School Care program would be offered for the 2018-19 school year. SUBMITTED PHOTO Elmhurst Independent After surveying parents, the ICGS Spanish teacher Francisca Kmet helps students create homemade X-rays of their hands during school board and administration the school’s new After Care program. found that there were a significant

number of ICGS families that would utilize such a program, particularly if it were staffed by ICGS teachers and staff members. This program is being offered for students in Pre-K 4 through 8th grade and is, in fact, being staffed by faculty members. ICGS already had a Before School Care program in place.

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The Elmhurst Artists’ Guild (EAG) will host its Winter Members Show in the EAG Gallery at the Elmhurst Art Museum (EAM), 150 S. Cottage Hill Ave., in Elmhurst’s Wilder Park. The show will feature a wide variety of work from EAG members and runs now through Jan. 4, 2019. An opening reception for the artists will take place on Friday, Dec. 14 from 7 to 9 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Charlene Lee Freislinger, president of EAG, urges the community to support local artists this holiday season. “There’s a lot of new and exciting work from our members,” she said. One of the many works that will be displayed is Intersection by Michael Schmidt. The artist proclaims the piece to be as much a painting as it is a sculpture. It is a small, abstract work that incorporates acrylic paint and constructed wooden blocks. Schmidt says making the piece was more experimental for him than others and hopes to make larger works in the future. Artist Jennifer Starchvill will be showcasing Get Set Go, an abstracted acrylic painting on canvas from her “Glyph” series. She started this series to “depersonalize” her creations, so she could more comfortably part with them after a sale. However, they remain somewhat personal. “Get Set Go is simply me at the starting line, ready to go!” Starchvill said. Light and color inspire artist Terri Shimkus who will be exhibiting her oil painting, Spectrum. Most of the art in the Winter Members Show is available for purchase. EAG offers art buyers and young collectors the opportunity to acquire original contemporary artwork by emerging, local

artists. Museum hours are Tuesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $12 adults / $10 seniors / free for students and children under 18, EAG and EAM members. Admission is free on the first Friday of each month. For more information visit elmhurstartistsguild.org or elmhurstartmuseum.org.

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Pictured is “Get Set Go,” an abstracted acrylic painting on canvas by Jennifer Starchvill from her “Glyph” series. It is currently on display as part of the Elmhurst Artists’ Guild’s Winter Members Show on display at the Elmhurst Art Museum now through Jan. 4, 2019.

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Hospital earns Planetree’s highest honor for excellence Elmhurst Hospital has been awarded Gold Certification for Excellence in Person-Centered Care by Planetree International. The certification recognizes the hospital’s achievement and innovation in the delivery of person-centered care. Elmhurst Hospital was first recognized as a Planetree Designated Patient-Centered Hospital in 2012 and re-designated in 2015. Elmhurst Hospital is one of only 88 healthcare organizations worldwide, including 26 in the U.S., to receive Gold Certification. Gold Certification represents Planetree’s highest level of achievement in person-centered care, based on ev-

idence and standards. “The Planetree philosophy has become so ingrained in what we do that it is simply second nature to us,” said Pamela Dunley, President & CEO, Elmhurst Hospital. Planetree surveyors noted that Elmhurst Hospital’s Patient Family Advisory Council (PFAC) and bedside shift reports were “best in class.” During Planetree focus groups, patients and family members emphasized how bedside shift reports happen consistently and involve both the patient and family member. For more information, visit eehealth.org or planetree.org.

U.S. Chamber opposes tariffs on Canada and Mexico The Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce & Industry’s Governmental Affairs Committee is forwarding the following information on the United States Chamber of Commerce’s opposition to tariffs on Canada and Mexico, our two neighboring North American countries who also are represent the largest trade partners with the State of Illinois. According to the U.S. Chamber’s weekly legislative update dated November 29, while the American econ-

omy is booming, American businesses are being hurt by the costs of counterproductive tariffs. Every week, $500 million in U.S. exports and imports with Canada and Mexico are hit by steel and aluminum tariffs. For more information, visit uschamber.com, where you can support the U.S. Chamber’s opposition by signing a letter to be shared with members of the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives.

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Elmhurst Hospital was presented with an award for Gold Certification for Excellence in Person-Centered Care by Planetree International at the organization’s annual conference in Boston in October. Pictured are (from left): Janet Benedict, Spirit of Planetree Award recipient; Dr. Alison Sage, Planetree Physician Advisory Council; Pamela Dunley, President & CEO; Susan Frampton, President, Planetree International; Jean Lydon, System Vice President, Operations & Chief Nursing Officer; Doug Johnson, Patient Experience Officer; Megan Sulich, Manager, Patient Experience; and Karin Block, Planetree Coordinator.

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County Board approves 2019 budget No property tax increase for 11th year in a row difficult to create,” said Board Chairman Dan Cronin. “But thanks to the hard work of our County Board, we will continue to offer the highest level of service to our residents without burdening them with additional tax increases.” In remarks Tuesday, Chairman Cronin thanked county-wide elected officials for working collaboratively to balance the budget. “This budget is the end result of a

Business brief OSHA accuses Illinois contractor of exposing workers to falls The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has cited Manuel Gallardo – operator of Palatine-based Gallardo’s Construction Services Inc. – for exposing roofers to fall hazards. OSHA proposed penalties totaling $190,314. This is the 11th time since 2016 that OSHA has cited this company for fall hazards. OSHA initiated an inspection after observing hazards at a company construction site in Mokena, Illinois. OSHA cited Gallardo for one willful, two repeated, and two serious violations for failing to protect employees from fall hazards, train employees on fall protection, ensure employees used safety glasses and hard hats, and for allowing employees to use an unsafe ladder. “Gallardo’s Construction Services knowingly and repeatedly failed to comply with well-known fall protection requirements, and put their employees at risk of serious or fatal injuries,” said OSHA Chicago South Area Office Director Kathy Webb.

lot of hard work by our staff in a very difficult budgetary environment,” said Finance Committee Chairman Bob Larsen. “But that’s what the taxpayers sent us here to do: make the hard choices, roll up our sleeves, and deliver quality services with the money we have. I am proud of this budget.” Due to decreasing state revenues,

fluctuating sales tax revenues, and increasing personnel costs, the budget includes a 10 percent cut to the DuPage Care Center subsidy, Stormwater Management Department, and the Human Services Grant Fund. The 2019 spending plan includes $38 million in total capital including projects for stormwater, drainage and road construction. The property tax

levy remains flat for the 11th year in a row at $66.9 million. The budget includes a $100,000 allocation to continue the fight against heroin in DuPage County. The DuPage County budget takes effect Dec. 1. To view the full 2019 County budget document, visit dupageco.org/ finance.

Conroy appointed to Pritzker administration’s Healthcare Transition Committee State Rep. Deb Conroy (D-Villa Park) was appointed to Gov.-elect JB Pritzker’s Healthy Children and Families Committee, joining healthcare experts and non-profit leaders to advise and guide the new administration on healthcare policy. “Affordable, accessible healthcare for families in DuPage County and across Illinois is so important to fostering a healthy state,” Conroy said. “With a new administration, we have an opportunity to forge a new path so we may better provide access to critical healthcare services

for our families.” As chair of the House’s Mental Health Committee and a leader in the state’s mental health policy, Conroy brings a unique perspective to create comprehensive practices that address all healthcare needs. Conroy’s healthcare priorities include protecting healthcare coverage for Illinoisans with pre-existing conditions, achieving mental health insurance parity, guaranteeing treatment coverage for children with rare autoimmune disorders, and increasing awareness and access to health-

care and wraparound services for organ donors. Conroy donated a kidney to a family member last summer and has introduced new legislation protecting insurance coverage and employment for live organ donors. “I am honored to have the opportunity to help the incoming administration ensure a smooth and effective transition in the healthcare arena,” Conroy said. “It is time to rebuild and expand our services to be holistic in nature and take into account communities’ social-emotional needs.”

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The DuPage County Board approved the 2019 budget on Tuesday, marking the 11th consecutive year the County has passed a budget with no property tax increase. The 2019 budget is $433.8 million, down $5.8 million from the previous fiscal year. The approved budget includes a fulltime headcount of 2,167, which is down from 2,270 in 2010. “Due to new challenges and mandates, this budget was one of the most

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

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

This Elmhurst split level boasts over 2,800 SF of finished living space w/ 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a 2.5 car garage, newly remodeled eat-in kitchen, & new carpet/ paint. The LL has a huge walkout family rm to the fenced back yard, bedroom & a new spa-like bathroom. 3 oversized bedrooms up w/ double closets & another large full bathroom. Finished bsmt rec space, storage, & laundry room. In south Elmhurst w/ easy commuter access to highways/ airports, Elmhurst schools, & Oak Brook mall. Two generations have lovingly cared for & maintained this home. $374,900

Elm Estates McDougall

Well maintained McDougal split level with sub basement in Elm Estates. Hardwood floors throughout main level and in bedrooms. Walkout family room has a beautiful stone fireplace & expands out to fully enclosed 3 season room. Eat-in kitchen with granite counters and backsplash, 3 large bedrooms on the 2nd floor with a master bath and additional full bath. Professionally landscaped with paver brick driveway and back patio. 2.5 car attached garage and huge 750 SF basement - ready to be finished. Walk to schools - Jackson, Bryan JRHS, ViZ, & TC. New roof in 09. Quiet, one block street. $479,900

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This Charming English Tudor has 5 bedroom, 3 bath home w/ over 3,100sf of living space & beautiful dark hardwood floors on the 1st & 2nd floor. Additional features include unique aggregate brick masonry with lannon stone highlights that enhance this home’s architecture. A beautiful blue/green slate roof w/ wide copper gutters frames the dramatic gable ends & dormers providing texture and interest for this one of a kind well maintained home. The 90 x 190 premium lot offers substantial room for expansion of this Kenilworth jewel. Walk to town, the train, Wilder Park, the Library, the Elmhurst Art Museum, nationally ranked schools; Immaculate Conception Schools and Elmhurst District 205 Hawthorne, Sandburg and York HS. The homes on South Kenilworth Avenue bordered by Saint Charles Rd & Adelia St include a Frank Lloyd Wright house & some of the most desirable properties in Elmhurst w/ a mixture of historic older & custom-built new homes. $875,000

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Luxury, Location, & Lot Size! Classic plantation style | Completely rebuilt in 2008 & insured as such | Prestigious heart of Elmhurst location | Huge 75x203 lot | Three covered outdoor living spaces | 4 car garage w/ heated flooring | Indoor basketball court w/ heated flooring | Heated hardwood floors | Large dining room | Bright spacious kitchen w/ blend-in appliances | 1st floor office w/ half bath nearby | Custom mud room w/ stack able washer/ dryer adjacent to another 1/2 bathroom | Generous master bedroom with tray ceiling | Master bath includes heated flooring, huge shower, & custom built-in cabinetry | Two spacious bedrooms with adorable Jack & Jill bathroom | Jack & Jill bath boasts a jetted tub & heated flooring | Over-sized 4th bedroom w/ 2 walk-in closets | 4th bedroom can easily be divided to allow for a 5th bedroom | Another full bathroom w/ heated floors nearby | 2nd floor laundry | Spacious basement w/ 1/2 bath & plenty of space | Abundant green space surrounding the home | This home is where classic charm & modern luxury meet! $1,599,000 Great Value!

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Expanded English Cottage, one of Elmhurst’s most unique and charming walk to town homes. Old meets new, uniquely set back on a 75 x 190 lot, in Elmhurst’s finest tree-lined neighborhoods. First floor family room, front porch, formal dining room with fireplace, open chef’s kitchen, 1st floor office, 1/2 bath and mudroom. Upstairs - 5 beds, 2 baths, master suite with fireplace, walk-in closets, spa bath with heated floors. Finished LL - rec room, full bath, wine room, and bar. Outdoors - paver patio, prof. landscaping, and 2 car garage with attached workshop. Schools Hawthorne, Sandburg, IC/ICCP.

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The pride of ownership is on display at this expanded 3 bed / 1.5 bath split level in south Elmhurst. Offering a rare, 1st floor family room with vaulted ceilings and gas fireplace off its open kitchen with breakfast bar and dining area with vented skylight. 3 spacious bedrooms up w/ with HWF’s and a full bath. The LL offers a large rec rm, laundry rm, half bath & exterior access. Many windows replaced in 2005 & new tear off roof & 6” sanitary line w/ cleanout in 2010. Dead-ends at Eldridge Park & Salt Creek Path. $389,900

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Amazing value for south Elmhurst for this California ranch. 1,151 SF with 3 beds, 1 full bath, laundry, eat-in kitchen, dining/living room combo, 1.5 car detached garage, rear deck, across from Visitation parking lot. The home needs work - windows, roof, siding, and updating but is a perfect layout for one floor living. Lots of options - renovate, add-on, or build new. Sold as is. $275,000

Choose from 3 luxury home sites being built by long-time Elmhurst builder, Forma Nova Homes and work alongside your own interior designer to pick out all the finishes and fixtures. Fresh, new front elevations and floor plans, sure to stand out from all the rest and all set in Elmhurst’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Offering over 4,500sf of finished living space with gracious 10 ft first floor ceilings, hardwood floors & extensive trim/ceiling detail throughout, 5 beds, 4.5 baths, 3-car garage, custom kitchen, high-end appliance package, and a finished basement with bar, wine room and more! Call (630) 279-9500 for pricing/ floor plans/locations.

Builder’s Own Home

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

In the Heart of Elmhurst!

Don’t miss out on this center of town Colonial situated on a double lot and walking distance to downtown Elmhurst, Metra, Award winning schools, and all Elmhurst amentities! Separate formal dining room and living room with fireplace. First floor family room addition. 4 bedrooms up plus a first floor office or potential 5th bedroom/in-law arrangement. Bathrooms on each level, including basement. Hardwood floors, updated kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliance package. 2 car attached garage. 100x150 Lot! $559,900

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Programs coming to Elmhurst Public Library Friday, Dec. 7 from 2-4:30 p.m. Holiday Features: Christmas in Connecticut Enjoy your favorite holiday movies all December. No registration required.

present a half hour of holiday stories and winter sing-alongs. Meet the puppeteers following the performance! Tickets available the morning of the program.

utes of songs and rhymes perfect for infants. Make visiting the library a regular part of your baby’s week. No registration required.

clude: Employment, Housing, Transportation, Educational Services, Government Benefits, Mental Health and Counseling Services, Caregiver Resources, Health Care, Child Care, Legal Assistance, Emergency Financial Assistance and more.

Wonderful Life Elmhurst’s own GreenMan Theatre Troupe performs a reading of the classic radio drama, It’s a Wonderful Life. Co-sponsored by Elmhurst History Museum.

Saturday, Dec. 8 from 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8 or Monday, Social Services Coffee Chat Friday, Dec. 7 from 7-7:30 p.m. Dec. 10 from 9:30-9:50 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 12 Drop-in to meet Social Work intern Puppet Show! Puppets on the from 12-1 p.m. Chicka Chicka Baby Drop-in Tracey. Tracey may provide referrals Monday, Dec. 10 Wilder Side Dish! Club for Cooks Join us under the Alphabet Tree for patrons who need assistance. from 7-8:30 p.m. EPL’s talented teen puppeteers in the Kids’ Library for twenty min- Examples of types of assistance inExchange recipes, sample foods, GreenMan Theatre Presents: It’s a and indulge in discussion. No registration required.

Thursday, Dec. 13 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Advertise Your Healthcare Business on Facebook Develop a marketing plan to create awareness and generate appointments for your healthcare business. Idea for dentists, chiropractors, yoga studio owners, acupuncturists, and more. Presented with Fox Valley SCORE. Registration required.

Thursday, Dec. 13 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Open Bridge Club Enjoy an evening of bridge every other week. Prior experience is required. No registration required.

Friday, Dec. 14 from 2-4:30 p.m. Holiday Features: The Bishop’s Wife Enjoy an afternoon at the movies every Friday. No registration required.

Friday, Dec. 14 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. York Chamber Music Hear live music performed by talented musicians from York High School’s Performing Arts Department. No registration required.

Saint Genesius Youth Theater to perform ‘Mr. Popper’s Penguins’

Saint Genesius Productions youth theater group will perform Mr. Popper’s Penguins at Montini Catholic High School on Saturday & Sunday, Dec. 15 & 16. Thirty-five talented students from local Catholic grade schools and religious education programs, including St. Pius X and Sacred Heart, have joined together to create this holiday musical performance. About the play: It is hard enough for Mr. Popper, a modest painter, to support himself and his family. The unexpected addition of 12 penguins makes it even tougher, until Mr. Popper has the splendid idea to turn the talented penguins into a traveling vaudeville act. The entire family will be tapping along with Mr. Popper and his performing penguins. A holiday treat for the whole family! Show times are: Saturday, Dec. 15 at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 16 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $8 and can be purchased at the door or ordered online at brownpapertickets.com/ event/3745613. For more information about St. Genesius, visit SaintGenesiusProductions.com.

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Community calendar Pick of the Week The event NOT to be missed! Friday, Dec. 7 The Elmhurst Memorial Hospital Foundation will host its 42nd Annual Reindeer Route Housewalk, with two sessions from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and from 6-9 p.m. Tickets are $30 in advance available at the EMH Foundation office at 155 E. Brush Hill Rd. or online at emhfoundation.org/events. Advance tickets available at Pink Elephant Resale Shop, Wild Rose Floral (Elmhurst Hospital), Carousel Flowers, Phillip’s Flowers and The Uptown Shop, and in Lombard at Blossoms of Lombard and Shamrock Garden Florist. On the day of the Housewalk, tickets will be available for $40 at Guaranteed Rate, 115 W. Adelaide St. from 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. Tickets will not be available for purchase at the featured homes. The Foundation is seeking donations of art supplies, books and small games to be placed in waiting rooms at the Nancy W. Knowles Cancer Center. Info: emhfoundation.org or call (331) 221-0388. Friday, Dec. 7 From 7-9 p.m., come to It’s a Wonderful Life Trivia Night at Pints in Elmhurst. Reservations required, $35 per person. (Must be 21 or older.) Info: elmhursthistory.org or call (630) 833-1457. Sunday, Dec. 9 From 12:15-2:30 p.m., the Single Mothers Support Group will hold its Christmas Party as its monthly meeting at Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church. Enjoy a Christmas sing-along and lunch with your children, then children go to free child care (for infants through age 12), while mothers hear reflections of the Christmas season by author Liz Lampkin. Includes gift exchange and a toy for each child. This is a free event. No need to register, just show up! Info: elmhurstcrc.org/she

Monday, Dec. 10 From 7-8:30 p.m., enjoy It’s a Wonderful Life Radio Play with GreenMan Theatre Troupe at the Elmhurst Public Library. Free, but reservations are required. Info: elmhursthistory.org or call (630) 833-1457. Saturday, Dec. 15 • At 9:30 a.m., York Theater in conjunction with the Elmhurst History Museum, will hold a free screening of the movie “It’s A Wonderful Life.” Doors open at 9 a.m. Free. • From 12-3 p.m., join a Snow Globe Family Craft Activity at the Elmhurst History Museum, 12-3 p.m., $4 per person (reservations required). Info: elmhursthistory.org or call (630) 833-1457. Holly Trolley runs Saturdays thru Dec 29 The City of Elmhurst has announced that the Explore Elmhurst “Holly Trolley” will be running on Saturdays now through Dec. 29 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. The trolley will follow the same route as the summer trolley program.

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Ongoing programs: • Now through Jan. 6, 2019, Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art, 220 Cottage Hill Ave., presents a special exhibit “Fabergé Figurative Carvings.” Modern carvings from the House of Fabergé, feature Russian folklore figures of the Kvass Seller, the Gypsy Fortune Teller and the Vagabond made of Russian gemstone materials. Regular Museum Hours and admission apply. Info: 630-833-1616 or visit lizzadromuseum.org. • Widows or Widowers (WOW) meet every third Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 537 S. York Road. WOW lends support and provides social activities for those who have lost a spouse. Admission: $5 per person includes live entertainment. Info: Dave at 630-620-4060 or visit WOW.cfsites.org. • The Elmhurst American Legion, T.H.B. Post No. 187, hosts a fish fry every Friday night from 6-8:30 p.m. New York steaks are available first Friday of the month. Musical entertainment follows. Karaoke on the second Friday of each month. Bingo on Wednesdays, starting with Early Birds at 6:45 p.m. Info: 630-833-7800.

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How the University of Illinois wound up in Champaign-Urbana By Tom Kacich

OF THE (CHAMPAIGN) NEWS-GAZETTE

Clark Griggs

UI ARCHIVES PHOTOS Elmhurst Independent

University Hall, which stood on the site of the present Illini Union until it was torn down in 1938.

Republican and Democratic parties. In those conversations he learned that the postwar Legislature would be occupied with a number of special interests. Southern Illinois wanted a prison; Peoria and Springfield were fighting over which would be the state capital, and Chicago wanted to deepen the Chicago River and develop a system of parks and boulevards. Such knowledge would be important in future vote-trading. When the Legislature went into session in January 1867, the Champaign County Committee moved into Springfield’s Leland Hotel, where for the next three months it held the principal reception room and a suite of parlors and bedrooms. The rooms were used to entertain legislators and their constituents with either drinks, light refreshments or sumptuous dinners of oysters or quail. Lawmakers were supplied with cigars and theater tickets. Late in the session, Griggs arranged for a special train to take legislators to Champaign-Urbana. None of the other communities seeking the university had a similar arrangement. Inside the House Chambers, Griggs showed his skill by running for speaker. For two days, the House was tied up in endless voting. On the night after the second day, an intermediary visited Griggs and asked what it would take to get him to drop out of the race. Griggs wanted the chairmanship of the Committee on Agriculture and Mechanic Arts — the committee that would hear all the bills about locating the university — and the right to choose its members. He got it, dropped out of the race for speaker and thus was able to control the legislation. As the session progressed, advocates for the other communities, particularly

Jacksonville, wondered why the university location legislation wasn’t being heard in the committee. Griggs would explain that he had called the committee together but that he couldn’t get a quorum. Then he’d publically announce another committee meeting but privately tell its members not to show up. This went on until late in

the session when Griggs was convinced he had the votes. Finally, on Feb. 20, the legislation — which named Champaign as the site of the university — reached the floor. An amendment was made to substitute Jacksonville for Champaign. It failed 61-20. Another motion was made to substitute Normal. It failed 58-26. A third motion was made to

insert Lincoln for Champaign. It failed 60-21. Then the legislation naming Champaign was put to a vote and was approved 67-10. The Senate followed suit Feb. 25. Three days later, Gov. Richard Oglesby signed the legislation. Opponents charged that Griggs had bought legislators with a “slush fund.” Jonathan Turner, who had sought the university for Jacksonville, said the Legislature had exhibited “a degree of corruption, hypocrisy, drunkenness and debauchery unparalleled in the history of Illinois.” The state wasn’t even 50 years old. A much greater history of corruption lay ahead.

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ChampaignUrbana owes its prominence to the University of Illinois, and the University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign owes its existence to Clark Robinson Griggs. If it hadn’t been for Griggs — probably the greatest political operator in Champaign County’s history — the U of I or, as it was then known, the Illinois Industrial University, would have been located in Jacksonville, Lincoln, Bloomington or perhaps Chicago. Yet, there is no Griggs Hall at the university, no statues of Griggs on campus. Even in Urbana, where he served a year as mayor, there is only a four-block-long street that bears his name. One can only guess why Griggs’ name has been forgotten by all but the history books. Perhaps the university is just a little ashamed of the man who could be called its father. You see, Griggs was a bit of a scoundrel. Much of the story of Griggs’ delightfully sly effort comes from an interview he gave to Allan Nevins (who later became known as the father of oral histories) shortly before his death. Historians have disputed some details of Griggs’ story, but there seems little doubt that he was an operator who would fit well in today’s Statehouse. Griggs was a Massachusetts native who came to Champaign County in 1859. He purchased land north of Philo on Yankee Ridge, a place so named because of all the New Englanders who settled there. At the start of the Civil War, he enlisted in the Union Army and served as a sutler, a man who sold food and drink to soldiers. After the war, Griggs was elected to the Illinois House. He had already served two terms in the Massachusetts Legislature and apparently had learned a lot there about political maneuvering. Griggs went to Springfield a freshman lawmaker who didn’t act like one. In a 1915 interview shortly before his death, Griggs told Nevins how he helped bring the university to a swampy, sparsely settled community. It started with $40,000 appropriated by the supervisors of Champaign and Urbana townships and Griggs’ decision to travel most of the state (everywhere but Jacksonville, Lincoln and Bloomington), meet with other state representatives and build support for Champaign-Urbana. In five weeks, he said, he interviewed 40 House members and gained pledges from 15 of them. Next, he met with the governor and lieutenant governor and with the chairmen of the state

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Slices of life

Like Breakfast at Tiffany’s Our appreciation of experiences and the world around us changes with time. The way I approach life differs now from when I was a teenager or newly-married 20-something. The world has changed as well, and that makes for a double whammy. I have to admit, I am a grown-up, even though I mostly try my best not to be. As such, I take notice of and appreciate certain things more than I did when I was younger – partly because I’ve changed and partly because they hadn’t been invented yet. There are just some actions and experiences you appreciate when you are a grown-up as compared to when you are perhaps not so much of one. A grown-up appreciates a morning kitchen where the sink and dishwasher are empty, the counter tops free of pizza pans, fry pans or take-out boxes and the floor is clear of crumbs and blueberry smoothie dribbles from the night before. A not-so-much-of-a-grownup appreciates late night feeding frenzies. Making an omelet or cooking pizza (or better yet ordering one) after all the regular grown-ups have gone to bed. Finishing it all off with a blueberry smoothie. Being responsible and putting the dishes in the sink – rinsing them off can

the morning. It brings order and tranquility to your life and day. You pull the top sheet taunt and tight so it By will be smooth and sleek when you JILL slip under come bedtime at 10:00 pm. PERTLER Contributor Not-so-much: Make the bed? I’m only going to mess it up later. And a top sheet gets in the way. I leave mine crumpled in a heap on the floor certainly wait until the morning. at the foot of my bed. All I need is Going to bed with a full stomach, a comforter and a couple of pillows now there’s something a person can to collapse onto when I come to bed appreciate. in the wee hours of the morning Grown-up: Finding the car still at after I’ve eaten an omelet and half a least half-filled with gas, radio tuned pepperoni pizza. to your favorite station, no fast food Grown-up: Clutter free living wrappers littered on the floor and brings joy. As does cleaning up after your seat in its most comfortable my messes in a timely manner, before position with none of the rear view they even think of becoming clutter. mirrors having been adjusted since Not-so-much: Why throw away you last drove. aluminum cans one at a time? It’s a Not-so-much-of-a-grown-up: Mom waste of valuable energy. I let them left her keys in the car! build up, on my bedroom floor until I Grown-up: Finding your phone can’t find a safe pathway to my bed. charger right where you left it – in Then I get rid of them all at once. It’s the spot where you leave it every day much more efficient that way. – with your phone plugged in and Grown-up: A responsible person charging. creates a voice mail recording, listens Not-so-much: Dad’s phone is at 70 to voice mail, leaves voice mail and percent. He won’t mind if I borrow even answers voice mail. his charger and then deny it later. Not-so-much: Who’s got time for Grown-up: Deriving pleasure voice mail? from making your bed immediately Grown-up: I have to go to the upon arising in the early hours of bank.

about Breakfast at Tiffany’s, maybe it’s one thing we’ve got. I’ll take it. Because despite differences in behavior between me and the not-so-much grown-ups in my life I sort of love them. I really love them. And differences can be interesting. At the very least they’re not boring. Maybe I should check into that banking from my phone thing after all. Jill Pertler is an award-winning syndicated columnist, published playwright, author and member of the National Society of Newspaper Columnists. Don’t miss a slice; follow the Slices of Life page on Facebook.

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Pink bedrooms, then and now, are the place where dreams and imagination rule It just occurred to me that I once again have the pink bedroom of my youth. But it’s not my bedroom this time, it’s my office. My bedroom is a delightful haven I share with my Prince Charming. We have twinkle lights in the shape of hot air balloons on our headboard and a tiny wind chime hanging on the end of the fan pull. A custom banner hangs over our bed that reads, “Once in a while, right in the middle of an ordinary life, love gives us a fairy tale.” Our bedroom is large and beautiful and magical and not pink. (That room also holds a kind of magic I didn’t know as a young girl. Wink wink.) This room that I write from has pink walls, nearly the same color I had in my room growing up. This bedroom was deemed to be our granddaughter’s sleepover room when we moved in because it was already painted pink. I claimed the dining room for my office and it worked perfectly. I loved it. (The family room is our dining room, the living room is our reading room, and the sun room is our TV room. It all works fabulously.) Now that we’ve been in this house a year, I was ready to shake things up again. The dining room/office wanted to be a different kind of room now. With lovely French doors and being directly off the entry foyer, it is perfect for private consults with clients who I now see in our home for life coach

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sessions (and Oracle sessions) (and book strategy sessions). The feel and energy of that room is perfect for oneon-ones. And so handy. My writing office loves being upstairs now and so do I. My view of the backyard is gorgeous. The monstrous evergreens and the big wide sky and the birds and the squirrels romping in the yard equates to heaven for me. And our granddaughter didn’t mind at all that she now has two other guest rooms to pick from. In addition to the calming view, everything in my line of sight gives me inspiration. And that is the goal of a writing room. My pink walls are adorned with what makes me happy. No Andy Gibb poster in this room though. I also had a white bean bag chair and hot pink shag carpet in my room of yesteryear that I don’t need to replicate. My accessories now include a lava lamp, a pink and white stuffed unicorn, a pink sparkly castle and carriage on a square canvas, and Patrick Swayze on a pillow. The feeling of this pink room is reminiscent of long ago innocence

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and sweet dreaming. I loved spending time in my old bedroom, listening to music, reading, writing, dreaming. That is what I do now. The little girl in me is still a dreamer, alive and well. I like that she’s still with me. She and I listen to music, read, write, and dream. That girl has imagination and believes in possibilities.

The pink walls are bringing her out. Maybe it’s the way the light is hitting the walls or maybe it’s my mood, but I’m transported to another time and space, another pink room, where I wrote stories in my head and knew I would travel the world. So many amazing dreams have come true, many of which I didn’t even know I had. And now I know that

even more are just around the corner. Thanks, pink room, then and now. I like the feel of you. We do just fine together. The past, and the future, looks pretty in pink. Kelly (Epperson) Simmons writes a weekly inspirational newsletter delivered to your inbox every Friday. Send your email address to kellyjoysimmons@gmail.com.

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Timothy Christian boys basketball team opens conference play Trojans went 3-1 at Lisle tournament; Harris, Baldridge break 20-point barrier there

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Timothy Christian boys basketball team opened Metro Suburban Conference Red Division action with a 47-44 loss to Ridgewood at home. Ridgewood led 16-13 after the first quarter, but Timothy came back to take a 24-22 lead at halftime. Timothy held a 33-31 lead heading into the fourth quarter, but Ridgewood outscored the Trojans 16-11 in the fourth. Jack Baldridge led the Trojans with 10 points. Matt Owens had eight points, including two 3-pointers. AJ Voss had eight points and three steals, while Justin Baez had six points and five assists and shot 4-for-6 from the free-throw line. Danardo Jones had six rebounds and Josh Harris added four steals. Timothy shot 40 percent from the field (17-for-42). Earlier in the week, the Trojans dropped a 62-25 non-conference game to Benet Academy, a Class 4A school. Benet led 15-7 after the first quarter and 32-16 at halftime. Benet outscored Timothy 21-7 in the third quarter and 9-2 in the fourth.

Baldridge led the Trojans with eight points and hit two 3-pointers. Owens also had eight points. Harris had four rebounds, while Chris Brooks had two assists. The Trojans shot 8-for-43 from the field. Timothy kicked off the season at the Lisle tournament. In its final game, the Trojans downed host Lisle 63-47 to finish 3-1. Lisle led 9-6 after the first quarter and 24-19 at halftime. Timothy turned it on in the second half, outscoring Lisle 17-4 in the third quarter and 27-19 in the fourth. Harris led the way with 23 points. He hit 7 of 7 free throws and also had five steals. Owens finished with 12 points. He hit 10 free throws and had seven assists and three steals. Zach Orange hit two 3-pointers, while Jones had seven rebounds and Voss finished with six rebounds. In a 69-59 win over Yorkville Christian, the Trojans trailed 2218 after the first quarter and 4335 at halftime. Timothy outscored Yorkville 15-4 in the third and 1912 in the fourth quarter to earn the come-from-behind win. Harris had 20 points and seven rebounds. He made two 3-pointers. Jones registered a double-double with 10 points and 11 rebounds. Owens finished with 11 points, seven assists and six rebounds. Baldridge had 10 points, giving Timothy four

players in double figures in scoring. The Trojans shot 50 percent from the field. In a 59-56 loss to Westmont at Lisle, Timothy trailed 19-10 after the first quarter and 31-25 at halftime. Timothy came back thanks to a strong 15-9 third quarter and tied the game at 40-40, but Westmont outscored the Trojans 19-16 in the fourth quarter. Baldridge led Timothy with 22 points and connected on 6 of 7 three-

point attempts. Harris had 14 points and five rebounds and also made two 3s. Jones had eight points, while Owens had five assists and Baez had two steals. Timothy opened the tournament with a 68-62 win against Evergreen Park. Timothy led 20-15 after the first quarter and 35-28 at halftime. Voss led the Trojans with 18 points and 11 rebounds, the team’s first individual double-double of the season. Baez had 14 points and seven

rebounds and made 11 free throws. Owens added 13 points, seven rebounds and six assists. Timothy Christian girls basketball The Timothy Christian girls basketball team dropped a 44-27 Metro Suburban Conference Red Division game to Chicago Christian. Hannah Schuringa had eight points and nine rebounds. Sureya Alex finished with eight points and two assists.

York girls bowling team off to fine start Dukes fourth at Plainfield Central; Defeat Downers North in conference opener

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The York girls bowling team kicked its season off with success at the Plainfield Central Invitational and in its West Suburban Conference opener against Downers Grove North. At Plainfield Central, York placed fourth out of 22 teams with a score of 5,157. The Dukes rolled 869, 852 and 897 before the lunch break and went 886, 866 and 787 to close it out. Senior Krystyna Panek finished seventh overall with an 1,152 series. Sophomore Holly Santucci was 24th with a 1,070, while junior Rose Klinger was 32nd with a 1,020. Senior Ruby Noel placed 47th with a 979 series. Lauren Rickenbrode finished 59th with a 936 series. Panek had high games of 217, 203, 200, 193 and 178. Santucci had high scores of 209, 191 and 187. Klinger

had a 192 high game before the lunch recess and then caught fire in the final three games, rolling a 570 series with 207, 201 and 162 marks. Noel had a 549 series in her first three games with 170, 181 and 198 efforts. Rickenbrode had high games of 193 and 175. York opened West Suburban Conference play with a 2,862-2,207 win over Downers Grove North. York had games of 979, 916 and 967. Santucci led the way with a 571 series with games of 182, 204 and 185. Panek had a 512 series with high games of 171 and 183. Noel had a 497 with a 177 high game. Klinger was at 486 with a high game of 165 and Rickenbrode had a 452 with a 165 high game. The Dukes also took the JV contest by a 2,211-1668 count over Downers North. Abbie Romanowski had a 150 high game for York. York is coming off a 2017-2018 season where it tied for second in the WSC. Panek (173 average last year),

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York junior Sara Krissinger races past a Willowbrook defender during the Dukes’ 50-40 road victory on Thursday, Nov. 29. Krissinger scored a team-high 16 points against the Warriors.

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Dukes also won Palatine Molitor tournament

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

Coming off a first-place showing at the Palatine Ed Molitor tournament over the Thanksgiving break, the York boys basketball team was looking to keep that momentum going in its West Suburban Conference Silver Division opener at Lyons Township. Mission accomplished. The Dukes went to Lyons and walked away with a 60-56 WSC Silver win. The game was deadlocked at 1616 after the first quarter and York used a 22-13 second quarter to pull away at 38-29 at halftime. However, Lyons outscored York 15-10 in the third quarter to pull closer and the two teams each scored 12 points in the fourth. Nick Kosich led the Dukes with 18 points and five rebounds. Sam Walsh finished with 16 points, four rebounds and three steals. Erik Cohn added 12 points, seven rebounds and three steals, while Nate Shockey had seven points and five assists. John Milling finished with three assists. York shot 51.1 percent from the field on 23 of 45 shooting and forced Lyons Township into 20 turnovers in improving to 5-1 on the season. “We had a good Thanksgiving tournament and a good conference road win,” said York coach Vince Doran. “We shot really well against LT and our defense created a lot of offense. We turned them over 20 times, which is great. When you do that, it presents a lot of opportunities on the offensive end.” Doran credited Walsh’s presence in the post with helping York in other facets of its game on offense. “Sam Walsh had a strong performance in-

side for us with his toughness and his ability to post up,” he said. “That presented a lot of opportunities for our perimeters. It opened up a lot for us offensively because he was getting double-teamed.” Doran loved the fact York was able to go on the road in the tough WSC Silver and come out with a win. “It’s always tough to win on the road in our conference,” he said. “Lyons has a lot of kids back and they are similar to us. It was a nice way to start the first week of conference play.” Doran also is seeing plenty of development on the defensive end. “Our defense is getting better,” he said. “We’ve been consistent, but we’re always looking to improve. Lyons is a hard team to turnover and to get 20 off them shows our kids are doing things well. Hopefully we will continue to move in that direction.” York played a non-conference game at Benet Academy Tuesday and will host Glenbard West in a WSC Silver game Saturday. “Both of those teams have no losses,” Doran pointed out late last week. “It’s a good stretch of games that will be good tests for us.” In earlier action at Palatine, York opened the tournament with a 7262 win over Maine West. York led 25-12 after one quarter and 31-30 at halftime. The Dukes outscored Maine West 25-11 in the third quarter. Shockey led the Dukes with 23 points. He shot 8 of 9 from 2-point range and 2-for-5 from the 3-point line, while also draining 10 of 11 foul shots. He added five steals and four assists. Walsh had 18 points, while Cohn had 17 points and Kosich had eight points, four assists and four steals. York forced Maine West into 26 turnovers in the game. In a 46-29 win over Algonquin

Jacobs, York led 9-5 after the first quarter and 20-13 at halftime. York outscored Jacobs 15-9 in the third and 11-7 in the fourth. Cohn had 16 points (three 3-pointers) to go with four rebounds, seven steals and four assists. Walsh had 13 points and six rebounds, while Kosich had nine points on three 3-pointers. Jeff Grace had four steals. Jacobs turned the ball over 21 times in the game. In a 58-47 loss to Stevenson at Palatine, York trailed 13-10 after the first quarter and 25-22 at halftime. Stevenson outscored York 15-14 in the third, but ramped it up to 18-11 in the fourth quarter. Walsh had 12 points and five rebounds, while Kosich also had 12 points to go with four assists. Cohn had nine points and Shockey finished with eight points and three steals. In a 54-38 win over Hersey to wrap up the tournament, York led 15-6 after the first quarter and 28-18 at halftime. York outscored Hersey 19-15 in the third quarter. Cohn had 17 points and four rebounds, while Kosich had 16 points and three steals. Tim Glavan had four rebounds and Milling had four steals. York forced Hersey into 17 turnovers. Cohn was named the tournament MVP with Walsh earning all-tournament accolades. Through five games, Cohn was leading the team in scoring at 14.2 points per game. Walsh was at 13.0 points, while Kosich was at 12.6 and Shockey was at 8.2 points per contest. York was shooting 48.6 percent from the field through five games. Cohn was the team leader in 3-pointers made with 12, while Kosich had nine 3s. York forced its first five opponents into 93 turnovers, while only turning the ball over 59 times itself.

Young IC Catholic Prep girls basketball team making strides Knights recently defeated Wheaton St. Francis in conference play

By Mike Miazga, CORRESPONDENT In terms of veteran experience, the IC Catholic Prep girls basketball team does not have a ton of that commodity. Coach Kelsey James noted the Knights have two returning seniors, a returning junior and a sophomore. “Everybody else is new to the team,” she said. “We are very young.” But youth hasn’t prevented the Knights from improving. Through late last week, IC Catholic Prep was 3-4 overall and 1-1 in Metro Suburban Conference Blue Division action. IC Catholic Prep has wins against Lemont, Midlothian Bremen and St. Francis and has lost to Lisle, Chicago Resurrection, Joliet Catholic and Elgin St. Edward. The Knights lost by three points to Lisle to open the season and dropped a two-point game to St. Edward and a nine-point contest to JCA. “We are playing team basketball really well,” said James. “We’re playing at least eight or nine girls a game. We’ve had several games where at least seven players have scored. We’re playing more of a team game and having less of players standing out on their own.” Thus far, IC Catholic Prep has enjoyed success with a fast-paced offense. “We are running the ball really well overall and we’re getting a lot of fast-break points,” said James. “We also have good shooters. We’re looking more for an outside-inside game this year. The Knights employ full-court pressure on defense. “We’re looking to turn teams over,” said James. The most an opponent has scored on IC Catholic Prep is 59 points this season, James noted. “Most teams we’re holding to around 40 points a game,” said James. An early-season key for the Knights has been freshman Claire Wagner. “She’s been a nice surprise for us,” said James. “She has been playing very well and she’s been playing in the starting lineup right off the bat. In her first game, she had 21 points and nine rebounds.” Returning senior captain Jaida Smith also has been a key performer. “Jaida is doing a good job of leading the team and controlling the pace of the game and keeping everybody on the same page,” said James. Through seven games, James likes what she sees. “I’m very happy, so far,” she said. “A lot of our losses have been very close. We don’t have a lot of experience. I thought our game with St. Francis (win) was a step in the right direction. We were able to pull it out as a team. We used the experience from the other losses.” The Knights played Aurora Central Catholic earlier this week.

York girls basketball team continues white-hot run

Schwartz buries seven 3s in conference win at Hinsdale Central By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

Chalk up two more wins for the fast-starting York girls basketball team. The Dukes scored recent victories over Willowbrook and Hinsdale Central on the road to bump their overall record up to 7-1 to start the season. York’s win at Hinsdale pushed it to 2-0 on the young West Suburban Conference Silver Division season. York headed up St. Charles Road and down Ardmore Ave. to face Willowbrook where it came away with a 50-40 win in its first away contest of the season. Dukes coach Brandon Collings noted Willowbrook had recently come off a key WSC Gold win against perennial division power Proviso East. “Willowbrook gave Proviso East its first conference loss in a while,” Collings said. Willowbrook led by 19 points with

three minutes left in the third quarter. “They hit a shot at the buzzer and gained some confidence going into the fourth,” said Collings. “We had a tough time finishing around the basket in the first half.” Carley Schwartz scored 11 of York’s 19 first-half points (York went for 31 points in the second half). “She bailed us out with three 3s in the first half,” said Collings. Schwartz continued her hot shooting ways in the road win at Hinsdale Central. There, she buried seven 3s and finished with 21 points. “She’s on fire,” said Collings. “Hinsdale Central sat in a zone and left her out there.” Levins added six points in the win against Hinsdale Central where York led 44-19 after three quarters. Collngs noted Hinsdale was limited to quarter scores of 7, 7, 5 and 3. “We came out and had a nice third quarter,” the coach said. “We had the third quarter won at 16-2, but they hit a shot from past half court at the buzzer.” Sydney Molis added seven points. York had eight players score in the

game. In the Willowbrook game, Sara Krissinger had 16 points to lead the way, including a 10-for-14 effort from the free-throw line. Krissinger scored 14 points in the second half. Looking at the squad’s first eight games, Collings noted his team has played strong defense. “We defend well,” he said. “Our half-court defense has kept us in games.” Collings also has seen the team’s shooting percentage spike. “We are a better shooting team this year,” he said. But the coach would like to see this year’s group cut down on turnovers. “We’re still turning the ball over too much,” he said. York also has been aided by balanced scoring. “Sarah Krissinger is our leading scorer and then it’s Kathleen Levins,” Collings pointed out. “After that, anybody we put in there can put up 8-10 points. We have a lot of contributors, which is nice. One of the best things I am seeing is we are spreading the ball around.”

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Hitting the road: Dukes girls basketball vs. Willowbrook

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York junior Bridget Los brings the ball up against Willowbrook on Thus. Nov. 29 in Villa Park.

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York is averaging around 13 assists a contest. “That’s a pretty good number for a girls’ high-school basketball team,” Collings said. York’s only loss this season was in overtime to Downers Grove South during the Thanksgiving holiday. “We lost to Downers Grove South when we were 14 of 28 from the free-throw line,” said Collings. “We had two chances to win the game from the free-throw line. I think every game we’ve played we’ve gotten better at an area where we needed to improve. We’re a young team that is getting better. But we’re still looking to take care

of the ball better each game. That’s a big thing for us going forward. We’re making too many unforced turnovers.” York played Oak Park-River Forest in a conference game earlier in the week. The Dukes play Lyons Township in another WSC Silver game Saturday. After that, it’s games against Glenbard West, Benet Academy, Bolingbrook and Naperville North. “That’s circled on the schedule,” said Collings. “That’s a ‘How good are we actually week?’ before we head to Christmas at Warren.”

IC Catholic Prep boys bowling team led by captain Daviantis Knights boys basketball team plays Chicago Christian

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The IC Catholic Prep boys bowling team hosted its annual Knight Invite this past weekend at Brunswick Zone in Glendale Heights. New coach Jeff Fredrickson noted the team will be led this year by senior captain Demetri Daviantis. Other returning veteran bowlers who should contribute for the Knights this season include seniors Emmeet Pollitz and Pete Sykora, along with juniors Jack O’Brien and Ian Rickert. Others seeing action include: juniors Brenna

Doxey, Liam Reilly and Louis Narcisi, along with sophomores Liam Darce and Thomas Mandra. The Knights faced Hinsdale Central earlier this week on the road and will return to action on Dec. 13 against Hinsdale South at Brunswick Zone in Woodridge.

IC Catholic Prep boys basketball The IC Catholic Prep boys basketball team dropped a 45-36 decision to Chicago Christian in recent action. The loss put IC Catholic Prep at 3-2 overall on the season. The Knights played St. Francis at home earlier this week and will head to Melrose Park tonight to face Walther Christian in a non-conference game.

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Dukes senior Emily Rohman puts up a tough shot against the Warriors. Junior Carley Schwartz scored 14 points against Willowbrook to help the Dukes improve their record to 6-1.

Sydney Fuglsang goes in for a lay-up.

York senior Maddie Welz looks to pass the ball against Willowbrook.

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the first tournament of the year.” ter of being consistent throughout the better,” she said. “It makes it very champs Downers Grove South, us Turnbull added consistency will season.” fun for me to coach them and I look and Willowbrook,” she said. “Only be a difference-maker as the season Turnbull also loves the coachabil- forward to working with them every time will tell, but I think we can (Continued from page 30) trucks on. “They are so capable and ity of her bowlers. “Every person on day.” compete with just about anyone this Noel (165) and Rickenbrode (163) are learning the mental game,” she this team of 30, without exception, Turnbull sees the same three con- season.” all were part of the state-qualifying said. “It will all come down to a mat- listens, works hard and wants to get tenders in the WSC. “It’s returning team from a year ago. Santucci is a key newcomer to the team as a sophomore. “Holly is a real standout bowler,” said York coach Katie Turnbull. “She put in a lot of work this summer and has made major leaps in her performance. She is a sophomore and right now is the second-highest averaging bowler on the varsity team.” Klinger, a junior, also has impressed in the early going. “Rose is stepping into the role of our leadoff bowler,” said Turnbull. “She is so smooth and consistent, which is what we need from a leadoff bowler to set the tone for the rest of the team.” Juniors Caroline Collins and Khloe Lesus also are new to the varsity team. “We also have 17 new members of the bowling team this year for our JV and JVII levels,” said Turnbull. “This is our largest group ever. They have learned so much already just two weeks into the season and have really bright futures ahead of them on the bowling team.” Turnbull reports the team’s mental strength is the best it has ever been. “During our first tournament and dual meet we hit a few rough spots here and there when it came to adjusting,” she explained. “In the past, COURTESY PHOTO Elmhurst Independent this could have caused a bowler to feel totally defeated. But not this group. They have stuck with it and tried to really grind it out until they The York girls bowling team placed fourth at the recent 22-team Plainfield Central Invitational. York senior Krystyna Panek (far right) took hit their stride again. I think that is seventh individually with a 1,152 series. what led us to performing so well in

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