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VanAken paints glowing picture of College at annual address President’s Breakfast draws business, community leaders

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It was a bright sunny, albeit chilly morning on Saturday, March 10 when about 175 people gathered in the Cafeteria inside the Frick Center of Elmhurst College for the 18th annual President’s Community Breakfast, delivered by Dr. Troy VanAken.

After guests enjoyed breakfast to the sounds of the Elmhurst College Jazz Combo, Distinguished Fellow and Special Assistant to the President Lee A. Daniels, former Illinois House Speaker, greeted the crowd and introduced dignitaries and special guests. Daniels made a quip about Dr. VanAken’s son Trey, who was in the office.

“I know you’re applying for the MBA program here at Elmhurst College, Trey,” Daniels said. “Let me know if you have any trouble with your application process, I might be able to put in a good word for you with the College president!”

Mayor Morley, VanAken show pride in partnership Before VanAken took the podium, Daniels introduced Elmhurst Mayor Steve Morley, who shared good news that the City was doing well, especially due to the millions of dollars in new development currently taking place. He expressed how happy he was with the relationship between the College and the City, a sentiment that VanAken quickly echoed in his own address.

“Elmhurst College plays a critical role in the community,” Morley said. “We are proud of the creative thinking that comes out of a liberal arts college.”

“The college continues to build on its community partnerships that we are so proud of,” VanAken said. “For

example, our Recycling Extravaganza that we host together is coming soon.

“We enjoy friendly cooperative relationships with the City police and fire departments. That goes a long way when we have issues that devel-

op here at the College.

“And we couldn’t be more happy to be part of the Elmhurst Cycling Classic, which takes place right here around the campus and we are so proud to be a part of such a large event.”

Later in the day on Saturday, the Elmhurst St. Patrick’s Day Parade took place. VanAken said he would be busy in a Board meeting right after the breakfast, but he urged everyone to turn out for the parade, one of the City’s largest events.

“Our teams will be there,” he said.

“The trolley will be bringing our students there, so if you see anyone in Bluejays gear, be sure to say hello, because they’ll be there.”

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Diane McGinnis named EAO Queen

Wearing his green wig and bacon pants, Scott Sutherland, a member of the Elmhurst Armpit Orchestra, places a sash around Diane McGinnis, who was crowned EAO Queen at the Elmhurst St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday, March 10.

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The Independent’s Election Guide to the Candidates

This is the Independent’s guide to the Candidates in the upcoming General Primary Election to be held Tuesday, March 20. The Candidates who win in the March 20th election will be on the ballot in the General Election in November. Due to space limitations, the Independent is only providing information on contested elections.

Most of this information was garnered from the Elmhurst League of Women Voters, which has more complete information at its site at lwvelmhurst.org. At that site, readers will LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS PHOTOS Elmhurst Independent also find voting districts, ward maps Pictured here on the dais at the League of Women’s Voters Candidate’s Forum are those seeking to run and a map of polling places. as the Democratic Candidate for the office of Congressman in the U.S. House of Representatives in U. S. House of Representatives races 5th Congressional District, Democrats Four persons are running in the upcoming Primary Election to be the Democratic candidate for the 5th Congressional District in the U S. House of Representatives. The incumbent is Congressman Mike Quigley.

Other candidates seeking the Democratic nomination are Steven Schwartzberg, Benjamin Wolf and Sameena Mustafa.

The League of Women Voters asked these candidates about four issues: 1. What can be done to improve civic discourse and reduce the level of rancor and partisan bickering in national politics?

2. Where do you stand on gun control legislation?

3. Immigration detention centers have a reputation for insensitive and inhumane treatment of those being detained, such as keeping families separated for an extended period of time. How could you or would you seek to improve these conditions at detention centers?

4. The Great Lakes Restoration Initiative was launched in 2010 to accelerate efforts to protect and restore the largest system of fresh surface water in the world, the Great Lakes.

How would you work to help protect the Great Lakes Initiative?

The answers provided by the four Candidates can be found at the Elmhurst League of Women Voters web site at lwvelmhurst.org.

District #5. They are (from left): seeking the Democratic nomination are Steven Schwartzberg, Benjamin Wolf and Sameena Mustafa. Not pictured is incumbent Mike Quigley.

Attending the League of Women’s Voters’ Candidate’s Forum are those vying for two of three seats available on the DuPage County Board in District 1. Pictured are (from left): incumbent Sam Tornatore, Dino Gavanes and Paul A. DeMichele. Also pictured (far right) is incumbent Elizabeth (Liz) Chaplin, who will appear on the Democrat ballot to represent District #2 on the DuPage County Board.

Governor, Democrats Those seeking to be the Democratic nominee in the general election in the race for governor are JB Pritzker, Chris Kennedy, Daniel Biss, Bob Daiber, Tio Hardiman and Robert Marshall. (Vote for one) Attorney general, Republicans Those seeking to be the Republican nominee in the general election in the race for attorney general are Erika Harold and Gary Grasso.

(Vote for one) Attorney general, Democrats Those seeking to be the Democratic nominee in the general election in the race for attorney general are Pat Quinn, Renato Mariotti, Scott Drury, Nancy Rotering, Kwame Raoul, Jessie Ruiz, Sharon Fairley and Aaron Goldstein. (Vote for one)

State Representative, 47th District, Democrats Those seeking to be the Democratic nominee in the General Election in the race for State Representative in the 47th District are Jim Caffrey and Anne Sommerkamp.

The League of Women Voters asked these candidates about four issues: 1. Where do you stand on the ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment?

2. Do you believe that only the federal government can legislate on matters of immigration or do the states have the right when the federal government fails to act? Please explain your position.

3. What is your stance on a temporary property tax freeze, which the State House approved last year?

4. Do you support changes to the current redistricting process to create rules that make the process more transparent and accountable?

The answers provided by the two Candidates can be found at the Elmhurst League of Women Voters web site at lwvelmhurst.org.

State Representative, 46th District, Republicans Those seeking to be the Republican nominee in the general election State of Illinois races in the race for the 46th District state Governor, Republicans Those seeking to be the Republi- representative are Gordon (Jay) can nominee in the general election Kinzler and Roger Orozco. (Vote in the race for governor are Jeannie for one) The winner will face incumIves and Bruce Rauner. Rauner is bent Democrat State Rep. Deb Conroy.

DuPage County races the incumbent. (Vote for one).

DuPage County Sheriff -Republicans Two persons are seeking the Republican nomination to run for DuPage County Sheriff in the November election. They are Frank Bibbiano and James Mendrick. Their questions from the League of Women Voters were: 1. Where do you stand on gun control legislation?

2. What are your thoughts on improving accountability within the Sheriff’s Office to the public?

3. If elected, what are your plans Those seeking the Democrat nomination to serve District #2 on the DuPage County Board are (from left): Elizabeth (Liz) Chaplin (the in- to keep up the funding for the current cumbent), Arlene Kendorski and Claire Goldenberg. The three peo- DuPage County crime lab and will it remain free for other DuPage municple are seeking one of two seats available.

ipalities?

4. Where do you see the use and potential growth of the K-9 unit in 2019 and 5 years beyond?

The answers provided by the two Candidates can be found at the Elmhurst League of Women Voters web site at lwvelmhurst.org.

DuPage County Board District #1 Republicans There are three persons seeking one of two seats available on the Republican ballot to represent District #1 on the DuPage County Board.

They are: Sam Tornatore, Dino Gavanes and Paul A. DeMichele. Tornatore is an incumbent.

DuPage County Board District #2 Democrats Three persons are seeking one of two seats available on the Democrat ballot to represent District #2 on the DuPage County Board. They are: Elizabeth (Liz) Chaplin, Arlene Kendorski and Claire Goldenberg.

Chaplin is an incumbent.

Primary Candidates for County Board were asked: 1. What is the best way for county government to advance economic development and green technology?

2. Do you see a need to consolidate functions, streamline processes, reduce head-count, and lower expenses in county government? If so, what do you propose?

3. If elected, what three specific initiatives would you like to accomplish during the upcoming term in office?

4. Where do you stand on elected County Board officials participating in the Illinois Municipal Retirement System?

The answers provided by these Candidates can be found at the Elmhurst League of Women Voters web site at lwvelmhurst.org

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District 205 forming Community Advisory Team for facility planning Interested residents invited to first meeting March 19

By Dee Longfellow FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

According to a communiqué from Dr. David Moyer, District 205 Superintendent of School, District 205 has been working to create a Master Facility Plan (MFP) that will focus on the educational needs for all students, including things like STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math), All Day Kindergarten, and Future Ready Learning.

Moyer said the plan would also address pressing maintenance/facility needs and safety priorities. More

information on those issues can be found at elmhurst205.org/MasterFacilityPlan.

“As part of our Focus 205/Future Focused community engagement process, we are seeking [about 2025] members for a new Community Advisory Team (CAT) to help review the Master Facility Plan outreach efforts and materials,” Moyer said.

“The group will meet about once a month and the work should be finalized by the summer.”

The first meeting will be held on Monday, March 19 at 7 p.m. at the

District 205 Administration Center, 162 S. York Street (second floor).

The CAT will be asked to: • Ensure that messages and materials related to the MFP are clear and easy-to-understand.

• Help anticipate and provide representative community questions and concerns.

• Offer suggestions to make sure the District is using every opportunity to reach stakeholders.

Moyer said he hopes the team will offer a diverse representation of various demographic groups including

parents, staff and community members. The CAT will be charged with the task of helping D205 administrators craft clear communications for members of not only the District 205 community, but the Elmhurst community at large.

The team will not be expected to make decisions about the draft plan, as all community feedback will carry equal value/weight, Moyer noted.

“The District plans to offer many opportunities for parents, staff and the community to weigh in on the Master Facility Plan,” he added.

“The CAT is just one part of the engagement process, to help guide [us] in communicating this work.”

If you are interested in applying, please fill out the following Google form at bit.ly/2FUbShu_CAT. The deadline to apply is Wednesday, March 14 at 5 p.m. In the event the number of applicants exceeds the number of available slots, participants will be chosen via lottery.

Priority will be given to applicants who represent more than one group and can attend the first meeting on March 19.

Rauner plan could shift state’s teacher pension costs to local schools

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Gov. Bruce Rauner calls his plan to shift public retiree costs to local schools and colleges good governance, but the majority of state House members say otherwise, in their pledge not to support it.

Rauner spoke to a group of business owners about his budget proposal last week. Part of the governor’s plan is to gradually shift the state’s pension costs to local schools and universities, claiming it would give schools an incentive to insist on sustainable benefits for employees.

“You want to put responsibility for paying pensions in line with the folks who determine who gets the pension benefits and at what level, so it’s actually good policy to do that,” Rauner said. “Democrats and Republicans have both agreed that it’s the right

policy to do.”

The plan did bring both parties together – but not as Rauner had hoped. State Rep. David McSweeney’s resolution opposing Rauner’s plan has 66 co-sponsors.

“It would result in a massive property tax increase,” he said. “The only thing the governor’s doing is shifting the liabilities to local governments so they will be forced to raise property taxes.”

State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit (D-Oswego) calls the plan bad policy.

“Shifting billions of dollars of additional costs to our school districts would, in effect, be a property tax increase and an unfunded mandate,” she said.

Rauner said he’s proposing $350 million in additional school funding

The Independent’s Election Guide – The Advisory Referendum This is the Independent’s guide to the upcoming General Primary Election to be held Tuesday, March 20.

One of the items on the ballot in DuPage County will be an advisory referendum on the Election Commission Consolidation. An advisory referendum, versus a binding referendum, serves to gain the electorate’s opinion on a certain issue. If the issue garners a majority of votes, it does NOT mean it automatically becomes law. It is only a way for officials to gauge the voters’ feelings on a certain matter, in this case, the DuPage Election Commission.

An explanation follows…

About the Election Commission Consolidation referendum DuPage County is proposing the consolidation of the DuPage County Election Commission, a separate governmental agency, with the County Clerk’s Office.

Placing the responsibility for the Election Commission under a countywide elected official, versus an appointed body, will improve accountability and result in many operational efficiency, saving taxpayers significant resources. Prior to 1974, the County Clerk assumed the responsibility for the administration of local elections, as does every other County Clerk in the state except for seven municipal election commissions (Aurora, Bloomington, Chicago, Danville, East St. Louis, Galesburg and Rockford) and one county election commission (Peoria).

On the March 2018 primary ballot, the DuPage County Board has placed an advisory referendum question asking voters the following: “Shall the DuPage County Election Commission be dissolved and its functions consolidated with the Office of the County Clerk?”

DuPage County lacks the authority to place a binding referendum question on the ballot unless citizens gather more than 61,000 signatures to formally place the initiative on the ballot. (State statute requires the signatures of 10% of the registered voters in the county).

The background for this information was provided by the League of Women Voters, who received it from the offices of the DuPage County Board.

for fiscal 2019, saying that would cover the higher costs. The money he’s referring to is tied to school funding reform legislation he signed into law last year.

Higher education officials panned the plan last week, saying it would lead to tuition hikes.

House Speaker Michael Madigan proposed a similar plan to shift pension costs to local schools in 2012, which met with a great deal of opposition throughout the state of Illinois.

Local pensions draining municipalities’ share of property taxes; no relief from state in sight Municipalities across the state are feeling the pension pinch.

In fact, some are seeing most, if not all, of their share of property taxes going to police and fire pensions and there’s not much relief expected from the state.

With a growing local pension prob-

lem eating up the city’s share of property taxes and then some, Springfield Alderman Joe McMenamin noted that a growing number of retired city employees are getting pensions of more than $100,000 a year.

Springfield Mayor Jim Langfelder blasted state lawmakers last month for tying cities’ hands on local pensions.

“Those are decided at the capitol,” he said. “That’s the unfunded mandate that we have to pay for.”

Other municipalities are in tight situations as well.

Mattoon’s proposed budget is $1.3 million upside down. Of that deficit, $900,000 is attributed to growing pension and employee healthcare costs.

Macomb’s city administrator said growing public pension costs have created budget deficits and it’s only getting worse.

Illinois Municipal League Executive Director Brad Cole said what makes it worse is the state reducing shared revenue with local govern-

ments.

“So at the same time, while we’re paying more, we’re seeing less money coming in and that’s where the real rub goes the wrong way for municipalities,” Cole said.

Cole said one of the major proposals the IML is pushing is to consolidate the more than 600 police and fire pension funds into one for greater economy of scale and lower administrative fees.

State Sen. Tim Bivins (R-Dixon) said there aren’t many options at the statehouse for the local pension problems.

The state Supreme Court has ruled the constitution doesn’t allow for pension benefits to be diminished.

Credit ratings agency S&P said the combined unfunded liability of the state’s 600-plus single-employer municipal police and fire pension plans is more than $9.9 billion. That figure means more budget deficits, tax hikes and can results in weaker credit quality over time.

Nybo discusses pending gun reforms in Subcommittee on Firearms State Senator Chris Nybo (R-Elmhurst) and Senate colleagues held the first Senate Judiciary Subcommittee Hearing on Firearms since the recent Parkland, Fla., high school mass shooting to discuss legislative initiatives and reforms involving gun sales and possession.

“I take my responsibility to protect the safety of our community and state very seriously, and have sponsored my own legislation and supported other initiatives to reduce gun violence,” he said. “Gun safety is and will always be a complex issue at the state and federal level, but it’s one we need to discuss now.

Residents are asking for solutions and a state where students feel safe at school and walking around their neighborhood. There are certainly areas we can improve upon with respect to the rights of law-abiding gun owners, and I welcome those discussions. I know that if all members come to the table, we can find common ground in this effort.”

The subject matter hearing reviewed and heard testimony on five House Bills currently under consideration by the General Assembly, described as the following.

House Bill 1465 would ban the sale and delivery of assault weapons and high capacity magazines—device capable of holding more than the standard rounds of ammunition—to anyone under 21 years of age, and would prohibit the possession of such weapons and devices for those under the age requirement.

The legislation provides 90 days for anyone violating the age requirement for assault weapons and high capacity magazines to transfer ownership or dispose of the items.

House Bill 1467 would ban the sales, manufacturing, purchase and possession of “bump stocks,” a device attachment that allows a semiautomatic rifle to fire faster, and “trigger cranks” a device that can pull a trigger more quickly than a human could. The bill would set the penalty for the possession of these items as the same level as possession of an actual machine gun.

House Bill 1468 would require a 72-hour waiting period for assault weapons following purchase, which includes certain semi-automatic rifles, semi-automatic shotguns, semi-automatic pistols, and .50 caliber rifles, as current Illinois law

requires a 72-hour waiting period for handguns and a 24 hour waiting period for long guns. Additionally, it would ban the sale of these firearms to non-residents at gun shows.

House Bill 1469, in honor of fallen public servant Chicago Police Commander Paul Bauer, would ban large capacity ammunition feeding devices—which can hold more than 10 rounds of ammunition—as well as body armor for civilians. Both devices were used by Bauer’s assailant.

House Bill 1664 would require the Illinois State Police to provide a Dangerous Persons Hotline, a website and a toll-free number, for individuals to notify the Department if someone is a clear and present danger to himself or herself or another person and in possession of firearms.

Legislative session was scheduled to resume for the Senate on Tuesday, March 13, where discussions on gun reforms were expected to continue.

Nybo invites all members and constituents to provide their input on the public safety legislation at hand to best represent the 24th District. To contact Nybo, please visit his legislative website at chrisnybo.org.

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Police beat

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

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.

Assault

Feb. 27 Police said that subsequent to a traffic stop near York and Crestview at around 11:57 p.m., Kelly Smith, 39 and Byron Auterberry, 43, both of Chicago, fled the scene in their vehicle. Both suspects were located in Chicago by members of the DuPage Major Crimes Task Force. Smith was taken into custody on an arrest warrant for burglary and retail theft. Auterberry was taken into custody and charged with two counts of aggravated assault, aggravated fleeing and eluding, and driving while license suspended. Auterberry also was arrested on a warrant for burglary and retail theft.

Criminal damage, criminal defacement

March 6 A victim in the 200 block of Illinois told police at around 2:38 p.m. that while his van was parked in the alleyway behind the garage of the residence, the rear passenger side tire was punctured.

March 5 A reporting officer responded to the Addison Parking Deck in the 100 block of N. Addison at around 11:41 a.m. and observed black paint on a post on the northeast corner of the top level of the parking deck.

March 2-March 3 A complainant in the 200 block of N. Oak told police that an unknown suspect removed a political sign from her front yard. The sign was later located about four houses away from the complainant’s house. The sign had been damaged beyond use and was disposed of.

Domestic battery, domestic incident

March 7 A domestic incident was reported in the 200 block of N. Geneva at around 11:56 a.m.

Police said a daughter related that her father, the landlord, came onto her property, took items from her detached garage and reportedly attempted to punch her. The father related his daughter attempted to take the items that he retrieved from the garage causing a small cut on his hand. Both parties denied the allegations. Due to conflicting stories, no arrests were made, and the parties were separated.

March 6 Davius Scott, 38, of Chicago, was charged with aggravated DUI and felony DUI in the 100 block of E. Brush Hill at around 9:18 p.m.

March 2 A 23-year-old Elmhurst man was charged with domestic battery in the 200 block of E. Columbia at around 10:35 a.m. Police said the suspect and his mother had a verbal argument which then turned physical.

Domestic battery was reported in the 100 block of E. Hale at around 6 p.m. A complainant told police that the suspect threw an empty bottle at him and it hit his ankle. The suspect denies throwing the bottle. Both parties agreed to stay away from each other for the rest of the night.

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DUI, illegal consumption or possession of alcohol by a minor, illegal transportation of open alcohol, illegal possession of open alcohol

March 6 Tomaz Snidsek, 42, of Chicago, was charged with DUI, expired registration, improper use of registration, no valid driver’s license and no insurance subsequent to a traffic stop near Lake and Grand at around 1:31 a.m.

March 4 Jalen D. Brown, 18, of Carol Stream; Elijah J. Glee, 18, of Wheaton; and Lavon C. Thomas, 19, of Bellwood, were issued citations for illegal consumption of alcohol by a minor subsequent to a traffic stop near York and Second at around 2:54 a.m. A juvenile suspect was charged with DUI, consumption of alcohol by a minor, illegal transportation of alcohol, violation of a one-way street and no insurance.

Oliver Hernandez-Cifuentes, 20, of Addison, was charged with DUI and tinted windows subsequent to a traffic stop near Grand and Church at around 1:20 a.m.

Jonathan G. Clausen, 22, of Carol Stream, was charged with DUI, possession of cannabis, possession of drug paraphernalia, improper lane usage and driving without headlights near North and Myrtle at around 2:55 a.m.

March 3 Jesus Delgado, 18, of Northlake; Stephanie Diaz, 18, of Highwood; and Brianna Gray, 18, of Prospect Heights, were issued citations for consumption of alcohol by a minor near St. Charles and Poplar at around 2:26 a.m.

Police said officers responded to the report of a subject lying in a parking lot in the 200 block of S. Prospect at around 7:17 p.m. Officers made contact with Mark A. Greathouse, 51, of West Chicago, whom police said had a strong odor of alcohol on his breath and was in possession of a open bottle of vodka. Greathouse was cited for public intoxication and possession of open alcohol in public.

Martin D. Sosa, 28, of Carol Stream, was charged with aggravated DUI, possession of a controlled substance, driving while license revoked, obstructing identification, tinted windows and no insurance subsequent to a traffic stop near North and Route 83 at around 11:06 p.m. Police said Sosa was found to be DUI, also was in possession of cocaine and gave the reporting officer a false name.

March 1 Rene Lopez, 43, of Chicago, was charged with DUI in the 700 block of N. York at around 1:43 a.m. Police said that subsequent to observing a suspicious vehicle, an officer made contact with Lopez, who related he hit some curbs and damaged three of his tires. Lopez was found to be DUI, according to police.

March 7 Timothy Anderson, 32, of Round Lake, was charged with two counts of unlawful possession of a controlled substance and possession of hypodermic syringes in the 900 block of S. Route 83 at around 9:36 p.m. Police said that subsequent to observing a suspicious vehicle, Anderson was contacted and found to be in possession of cocaine, heroin, used syringes and drug paraphernalia.

Miguel Jiminez, 26, of Chicago, was issued citations for possession of cannabis and illegal tinted windows subsequent to a traffic stop near North and Clinton at around 8:50 p.m.

James Stewart, 21, of Elmhurst, was issued citations for possession of cannabis, possession of drug paraphernalia, disobeying a traffic control device and no insurance subsequent to a traffic stop near North and Glade at around 5:23 p.m.

March 6 Antonio Martinez, 31, of Chicago, was charged with unlawful possession of a controlled substance, illegal transportation of alcohol and speeding subsequent to a traffic stop near Route 83 and North at around 11:34 p.m.

Police said Martinez was found to be in possession of cannabis, cannabis oil and psilocybin mushrooms.

March 5 Ramon Ascencio, 30, of Chicago, was issued citations for possession of cannabis, no valid driver’s license, no registration and no insurance subsequent to a traffic stop near Butterfield and Commonwealth at around 3:24 a.m.

Police said at 1:27 p.m. that two subjects were in a bathroom at York High School smoking cannabis. One of the subjects was charged with possession of cannabis and of drug paraphernalia, while the other subject was charged with possession of cannabis. Both were released to their parents.

March 3 Jonathan Beltran, 25, of Melrose Park, was issued citations for possession of cannabis and speeding subsequent to a traffic stop near West and Second at around 6:01 p.m.

Michele Murillo, 22, of Glendale Heights, was issued citations for possession of cannabis and of drug paraphernalia in the 600 block of W. North at around 10:54 p.m., while Adhali Farias, 28, of Addison, was issued a citation for possession of cannabis.

March 2 Hermez J. Abraham, 20, of Skokie, was issued citations for possession of cannabis and disobeying a stop sign subsequent to a traffic stop near First and Maple at around 10:50 p.m., while Emily Cooper, 20, of Oak Forest, was issued citations for possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Tyshun T. Byrd, 20, of North Chicago, was issued citations for possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia near North and Indiana at around 11:38 p.m.

Darius Harris, 21, of Bellwood, was issued citations for possession of cannabis, speeding and no insurance subsequent to a traffic stop near Butterfield and Saylor at around 9:49 a.m.

March 1 Aaron D. Lewis, 22, of Chicago, was charged with possession of cannabis, driving while license suspended, tinted windows and expired registration subsequent to a traffic

stop near Grand and Lake at around 5:35 p.m.

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

March 5-March 7 Theft was reported in the 500 block of N. Evergreen at around 10:08 a.m. A victim told police she believed several prescription pills were taken from her purse. The prescription bottles remained in her purse; however, all of the pills were gone.

March 5 Identity theft was reported in the 300 block of E. Madison at around 6:31 p.m. A victim told police that an unknown suspect had opened a T-Mobile account using her personal information. The victim contacted T-Mobile to report the fraud and cancel the account.

March 3-March 4 Theft was reported in the 100 block of E. Gladys between the above dates. A victim told police that an unknown suspect removed a lawn ornament from his front yard. The ornament is described as a concrete deer weighing 100 pounds.

March 3 A victim in the 800 block of N. York told police at around 11:20 a.m. that he was contacted by a credit union, which attempted to collect an outstanding debt owed on the vehicle in question. The victim believes a suspect had fraudulently switched the names on the paperwork.

Identity theft was reported in the 600 block of W. Armitage at around 11:22 a.m. A victim told police that she received a bill from T-Mobile on March 3, with her correct name and address, dated Feb. 24. It showed she had an account balance, and her service was suspended for non-payment. The victim has not used T-Mobile service for approximately 5 years and informed T-Mobile that it appears as if someone used her identity.

March 2 Attempted identity theft was reported in the 500 block of Belden at around 5:11 p.m. A victim told police he received an e-mail from his bank advising him of a transaction that had been declined. The declined transaction was for an attempted purchase the victim did not make.

Theft was reported at York High School at 6:01 p.m. A victim told police his son left a duffle bag containing running shoes on the bleachers during a track meet in the field house. When the victim’s son went to retrieve the bag he found that it was missing.

March 1 Theft by deception was reported in the 600 block of W. North at around 9:05 p.m. A victim told police she purchased a phone that was for sale on Facebook. She met with an individual at the above location and paid for the phone. When the package arrived, she found the box was empty.

Identity theft was reported in the 300 block of S. Route 83 at around 8:26 p.m. A victim told police that he received a text message from the Citi Bank fraud department asking if he attempted to use his bankcard at T-Mobile.

There was no dollar loss to the victim as the transaction was declined.

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(Continued from page 6) Feb. 26 Attempted identity theft was reported in the 100 block of S. Prospect at around 11:52 a.m. A victim told police that an unknown suspect attempted to change the deposit information with the victim’s employer on the victim’s payroll account.

The unknown suspect attempted to have the victim’s direct deposit diverted to a different account. The fraud was detected and no dollar loss occurred.

Feb. 12-Feb. 26 Identity theft was reported in the 100 block of S. Poplar between the above dates. A victim was notified by a bank that there were overdraft charges on his checking account.

This prompted the victim to check his account statement, where he discovered multiple fraudulent charges had been made.

Jan. 1 Identity theft was reported in the 600 block of W. Armitage at around 11:06 a.m. A victim received a bill from T-Mobile, but the victim stated the account was fraudulently opened and reported the matter to T-Mobile.

Warrant arrest

March 6 Police said officers responded to the 300 block of S. Berkley at around 6:42 p.m. to locate Roberto L. Deahora, 21, of Elmhurst, who had a valid warrant out of DuPage County.

Community calendar Pick of the Week – The event NOT to be missed Tuesday, March 20 Primary Election Day

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self and dance to classic Peanuts tunes.

Free, drop in, no registration required.

Info: elmhursthistory.org or (630) 8331457.

Thursday, March 29 • From 2-3 p.m., come to the Elmhurst Public Library for a Science of Flight Drop-in STEM Party to This is the day of the General Primary Election in DuPlearn about the science of flight and age County and the state of Illinois. do hands-on science activities. Valid Elmhurst Public Library cardholders Don’t forget to vote. For information about the eleconly. Pick up tickets at Kids’ Help tion, visit lwvelmhurst.org.

Desk starting at 9 a.m. on the morning of program. All ages. Presented Friday, March 16 be held at the Elmhurst Art Museum in conjunction with the Elmhurst Salt Creek School District 48 will from 1-4 p.m. you and your family to History Museum’s Snoopy and the conduct a free developmental screen- take a closer look at the exhibition with ing of children ages 3-5 at Salt Creek a scavenger hunt. Search for hidden Primary School, 980 S. Riverside images and objects, then dig through Drive. Children must live in Salt Creek a treasure chest for materials to create District 48 but not yet be enrolled in art. Free with a museum admission or William “Billy” Graham, 62 kindergarten. Appointments are nec- current membership. Info: elmhurst- Was Special Olympics essary and can be made by calling museum.org or call 630-834-0202. gold medalist 630-832-6122. Call 630-279-8400 ext.

William “Billy” Graham, of Addi1004 with questions about screening Tuesday, March 27 son, died March 5, 2018, at the age children ages 0-3.

From 1-3 p.m., come to the Elm- of 62 at his home, Iona Glos SLC, a hurst History Museum for ‘Snoopyp- Ray Graham facility, where he residMarch 24-31 alooza: Drop In and Draw Snoopy.’ ed since 1980. He was born April 26, Join a Snoopypalooza Scavenger Learn to draw Snoopy and friends in 1955, in Elmhurst, the son of the late Hunt by picking up a clue sheet at El- the Education Center. New characters Joseph P. Graham and Sophie, (nee mhurst History Museum, then use your begin every 15-20 minutes. All ages, Bloniarz, Graham. He leaves his lovdetective skills to track down Snoopy accompanied by an adult. Drop in, no ing sisters Judy Collins, Mary (Larat hidden locations in Elmhurst City registration required. Info: elmhurst- ry) Ellingsen, Sheila Graham and Centre. Collect stamps at each loca- history.org or (630) 833-1457. sister-in-law Colleen Graham and tion and return to the museum to claim many nieces and nephews. He was your prize. All ages, children must be Wednesday, March 28 preceded in death by brothers Joseph accompanied by an adult. Museum is From 10-11 a.m., enjoy a special P. “Pat”, and Michael Graham, sislocated at 120 E. Park Ave. Info: elm- before-hours program for toddlers and ter Kathy Finke and brother-in-law hursthistory.org or (630) 833-1457 preschoolers (with an adult) called George P. “Pat” Collins. Billy loved ‘Snoopy Storytime & Dance Party’ at his Iona Glos family and staff. He Saturday, March 24 the Elmhurst History Museum. Listen was a frequent gold medalist in the A Family Day Scavenger Hunt will to Snoopy stories, meet Snoopy him- Special Olympics in running events

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Red Baron exhibit as part of Spring Break Snoopypalooza. Info: elmhurstpubliclibrary.org or call 630279-8696.

• The Elmhurst Park District offers a trip to the United Center to watch the Chicago Blackhawks take on the Winnipeg Jets. Fee is $112 for Elmhurst residents, $117 for nonresidents and includes ticket to the game and bus transportation. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Depart from The Abbey at 5:30 p.m. and return approximately at 11:30 p.m. To register; epd.org or call (630) 993-8900.

and loved to swim and play basketball as well as strum his guitar as he listened to his favorite music. He attended the Elmhurst CLC during the day, a workshop community center.

A private burial will be held at Queen of Heaven Cemetery beside his parents.

On April 22 at 12:30 p.m., a luncheon will be held at the Iona Glos Meeting room, 50 S. Fairbank, Addison, followed by a Celebration of Billy’s life. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Ray Graham Association, 50 S. Fairbank, Addison, IL. 60101 (in memory of Billy Graham SLC) & Alexian Brothers Hospice 1515 Lake St., Hanover Park, IL. 60133. Arrangements by Ahlgrim Funeral Home. For more information, call 630-834-3515 or visit ahlgrim.com.

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Dr. Troy VanAken (right), president of Elmhurst College, shares a laugh with local business owner Hosi Mehta (left) and Dr. David Moyer, Superintendent of District 205 Schools on Saturday, March 10 at the Annual Elmhurst College President’s Breakfast.

Library hosts Art Open House for homeschoolers

Homeschoolers of all ages from Elmhurst and the surrounding towns are invited to display their artwork at a Homeschool Art Open House at the Elmhurst Public Library on Saturday, March 24 from 12-4 p.m. Refreshments will be served.

Lori Hoegler, School Services Librarian in the Kids’ Library, homeschooled her own children for 12 years before joining the staff at Elmhurst Public Library. Now, one of the programs she designs targets homeschool families: monthly “Homeschool Hangouts” serve as an opportunity for homeschool families to share ideas while learning about the resources available at the library.

“It’s my heart’s desire that [homeAt the annual Elmhurst College President’s Breakfast held on Sat- schoolers] feel part of the commuurday, March 10, 5th Ward Alderman Scott Levin catches up with nity, that what they experience here District 205 School Board member Kara Caforio (center) and State is a valuable bridge to other formal education and the wider world,” said Representative and Deputy Minority Leader Patti Bellock.

Hoegler.

Heather Overdorf, an Elmhurst resident, has homeschooled her two daughters, ages 8 and 11, for nearly three years. To her, the library serves as an occasional classroom as well as Elmhurst College currently offers: a place to flesh out curriculum.

63 majors “It’s allowed me to supplement 15 graduate programs and enhance and keep our curriculum April 18 – Governmental 100 student organizations, teams cohesive,” says Overdorf. She adds Forum, with Florida Gov. and clubs that using eLearning tools like Trans2,000 service projects completed Jeb Bush parent Language helps with language by students each year May 3 – Day of Giving instruction, and ArtistWorks (self2,000 options for internships, proJune 5 – 36th Annual paced music, voice, and art instrucfessional opportunities Bluejay Backer Golf Outtion) helps supplement the violin and 83% of students complete a ing ukulele lessons her daughters take. pre-professional experience Besides networking with other hoJune 16 – June Jazz From Dr. Troy VanAken’s Presimeschool families and exchanging July 27 – Elmhurst Cydent’s Breakfast address ideas at the monthly Homeschool cling Classic Hangouts, Overdorf appreciates the Oct. 18-20 – Homecom-

Fast Facts about Elmhurst College

Former Elmhurst Mayor Thomas D. Marcucci is deep in conversation with Joel Herter at the annual Elmhurst College President’s Breakfast held on Saturday, March 10.

• VanAken

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Enrollment at record high VanAken said this fall, the College saw the largest incoming class and overall enrollment in College history, with 3,529 Bluejays attending this fall.

A total of 13 new, full-time faculty joined the College in 2017.

Strategic Plan presented At the Board of Trustees meeting VanAken previously mentioned, scheduled right after the breakfast, the Strategic Plan was expected to be discussed and approved, but it was already beautifully printed and available at each place setting. ‘’I guess I pulled a bit of a fast one,” he said with a laugh. “The Strategic Plan is on the agenda for approval at the meeting that is taking place right after this event, but as you see, I’ve have taken the liberty of having it printed up and available to you now.

“That’s how confident I am that it will be approved.”

The Strategic Plan was designed in preparation for the College’s Sesquicentennial anniversary in 2021.

Financial news is especially bright Perhaps the most exciting news was announced as VanAken presented “Investing In The Future,” covering the financial state of the College at the current time. He an-

nounced that more than $11.5 million had been raised through fundraising since July of 2016, including the following: • $2M Weigand Center for Professional Excellence • $1.5M bequest for an Endowed Chair for the Department of Education • $1M estate gift to support Choral Music • $750,000 to endow Study Away Scholarships He said that more than $2.5 million in scholarship aid had been raised to directly benefit students.

Overall, the endowment and investments went from $86 million in July of 2016 to $112 million in 2018, representing a 30% increase.

He spoke briefly about the recruitment of additional students by holding partnership agreements with other educational institutions such as, College of DuPage, Moraine Valley, Oakton, Triton and College of Lake County. In addition, the College boasts two international agreements, one with KinderWorld in southeast Asia and another with American Community Schools in Greece.

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for first-generation college students.

Drs. Troy and Annette VanAken are first-generation students themselves, so the program is near and dear to them.

• The diversity, inclusion and responsible citizenship he sees examples of every single day on campus among students, faculty, coaches, staff and administrators.

• The 500+ employees at Elmhurst College.

“They are awesome,” VanAken said. “Anything we accomplish goes back to their efforts. We do our best to evaluate, support and compensate in the best possible way.”

Campus has ‘good bones’ The college has “good bones,” he noted. “We have a solid infrastructure and a beautiful historic campus.”

VanAken told a story about walking back following a football game last fall and overhearing a man from the opposing team talking on his cell phone.

“You ought to see this campus,” the man said. “It’s beautiful, it’s new and modern, but it’s historic as well.”

You can hear the pride in VanAken’s voice when he talks about Praises ‘American Dream,’ Elmhurst College as well as the comemployees, diversity munity.

Other highlights of VanAken’s adAnd when you mention Elmhurst dress included: College around the community, you • The American Dream initia- can hear the pride it clearly has in tive, which provides scholarships VanAken.

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Programs coming to Elmhurst Public Library

Friday, March 16 from 2-4:30 Friday Features: The Circle No registration required.

Monday, March 19 from 9:30-9:50 a.m.

Chicka Chicka Baby Drop-in Join us under the Alphabet Tree Friday, March 16 from 4-6 p.m. in the Kids’ Library for twenty minutes of songs and rhymes perfect for CAN: Chicago Aphasia Network This coffee chat group for adults infants. Make visiting the library a living with aphasia meets monthly at regular part of your baby’s week. No the Library. No registration required. registration required.

Monday, March 19 from 7-8:30 p.m.

Native Gardening and Restoration Learn about vegetation native to our area, the importance of preserving plants and current restoration projects during an interactive presentation and discussion. Presented

by Remic Ensweiler, manager of the outdoor biology lab and prairie projects at College of DuPage in Glen Saturday, March 17 Ellyn. from 1-4:30 p.m.

Register in person, online, or call Drop-In Tech Help Drop-in to the second floor in- (630) 279-8696. formation desk with your best tech questions on smartphones and tab- Tuesday, March 20 lets, social media, 3D printing, Mic- from 1-3 p.m.

Open Bridge & Pinochle Club rosoft Office, and more. Extra staff is Enjoy an afternoon of card games available for more hands on help in a one-on-one setting (typically around every week. Open to all levels. No registration required.

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Chicka Chicka Baby Drop-in Join us under the Alphabet Tree in the Kids’ Library for twenty minutes of songs and rhymes perfect for infants. Make visiting the library a regular part of your baby’s week. No registration required.

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‘Snoopy and the Red Baron’ lands at EHM on March 23

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programming that Hoegler provides.

“She picks our brains, and asks us what we need the most. Lori helped me when she brought in a technology instructor to teach about Chromebooks,” she said.

When working on big projects, Overdorf brings her daughters to the Makery, where there is room to spread out at the big tables. Being down in the makerspace, which opened in the basement of the library last summer, helps inspire bigger and better ideas. “We might be using the laminator, but then the kids will see that they can use the 3D printer, too.

It helps being down there and seeing it.”

Hoegler’s own passion for homeschooling translates to her commitment to making the Library an essen-

tial resource for homeschool families. “Homeschooling takes a lot of time and energy, and you have to be 100% focused on helping your kids be the best global citizens they can be,” says Hoegler. The library can help by making it easier to connect to resources that would normally take too much time to invest in. You only have so many hours in a day, and you have to make the best of those hours.”

Upcoming events: - Homeschool Hangout: Thursdays, March 15, April 19, May 17 from 1-3 p.m.

- Homeschool Art Open House: Saturday, March 24 from 12-4 p.m.

(Artists may drop off their artwork at the Kids’ Help Desk until March 22.)

Charles Schulz introduced Snoopy as the World War I Flying Ace in 1965, and over the decades this character has become one of Snoopy’s most recognizable personas. The popular aviator lands in Elmhurst this spring when a new national traveling exhibition from the Charles M. Schulz Museum and Research Center, titled “Snoopy and the Red Baron,” makes its first stop at the Elmhurst History Museum.

“Snoopy and the Red Baron” will be on display at the Elmhurst History Museum, located at 120 E. Park Ave. in downtown Elmhurst, from March 23 through June 17. The exhibit tells the full story of the charismatic and beloved character from its early origins to the detailed research on all aspects of World War I that Schulz brought to the strips for authenticity. Visitors will learn about this favorite Peanuts

storyline through high resolution reproductions of Schulz’s original comic strip artwork; World War I artifacts; photographs; film clips, and themed objects and ephemera inspired by Snoopy as the Flying Ace from toys and model airplanes to dolls, books, and more. Museum visitors can also step into character as the Flying Ace by donning aviator caps and goggles for a photo-op next to Snoopy’s doghouse.

The History of Snoopy’s Flying Ace When asked about the origins of Snoopy’s aviator role, Charles Schulz credited his son Monte’s interest in making plastic airplane models as his chief inspiration. Schulz described drawing a little helmet on Snoopy after seeing Monte’s World War I aircraft models, and “suddenly got the idea

for it.” He also cited 1960s events that commemorated the start of World War I, and movies such as “The Dawn Patrol.” He immediately recognized the potential of the Flying Ace, acknowledging, “I knew I had one of the best things I had thought of in a long time.”

Throughout the decades, Snoopy comically embraced his fighter pilot role for delighted Peanuts readers. As Snoopy envisioned himself soaring through the clouds in pursuit of his nemesis—the infamous Red Baron— he sat atop his doghouse, which he imagined to be a real British biplane known as a Sopwith Camel (Schulz once said, “Can you think of a funnier name for an airplane?”). He wandered through parts of Europe that World War I aviators genuinely traversed, stopping in cafés to quaff root beers and flirt with French mademoiselles.

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Panhellenic Association holds annual fashion fundraiser Event for collegebound seniors planned May 14

By Marisa Mancini

FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

Wild for Fashion, Elmhurst Panhellenic Association’s annual fundraising fashion show took place Friday evening, February 16, 2018 at the Hyatt Lodge in Oak Brook, Illinois. Approximately 165 women attended the philanthropic event, and enjoyed cutting edge fashions presented by E Lounge Boutique, Enzee Boutique, Fifi’s Tailor and Custom Design, Hazyl Boutique, Kie&Kate Couture, Maxine Handbags and Accessories, redE Boutique, The Uptown Shop, and York Furrier.

“We were so thrilled that all our fashions for the show were Elmhurst provided by Elmhurst businesses,” said current Elmhurst Panhellenic Association President and Wild for Fashion committee member Alyssa Williams. “And we were proud to have two previous scholarship winners, Luisa Castellanos and Myra Bautista, help model the fashions.”

Other fashion show committee members included Sharon Wiechman, Molly Barrett, Beth Blake, Stephanie Fowler, Kristin Grabowski, Barb McIntyre, Deb Mendenhall, Lissa Parr, Lara Templeman, and Woody Ward. There are currently 77 members in the Elmhurst Panhellenic Association.

Event fundraisers included a silent auction with more than 50 auction baskets, which filled the entrance lobby of the Hyatt Lodge; an earring raffle, with winning prize of an exquisite 14 karat white-gold halo

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Elmhurst Panhellenic Association’s Wild for Fashion committee members enjoy the festive atmosphere at their philanthropic dinner/fashion show held on Friday, Feb. 16 at the Hyatt Lodge in Oak Brook. Pictured, (back row, from left): Kristin Grabowski, Sharon Wiechman, Molly Barrett; (front row) Alyssa Williams, Barb McIntyre, Lara Templeman, Stephanie Fowler, Deb Mendenhall.

style diamond and sapphire pendant made by Elmhurst’s Hartmann Jewelers specifically for Elmhurst Panhellenic; special event wine glasses; and a unique Scholarship Tree which held special book ornaments for purchased in varying amounts – all of which went towards scholarships.

Generous support for the event included Lakeside Bank, York Furriers

and Hartmann Jewelers.

“In 2017, Elmhurst Panhellenic awarded $16,000 to ten outstanding Elmhurst women,” said Williams.

“This year, our goal is to increase our fundraising efforts allowing us to award even more scholarships.

Our foundation exists for the charitable intent of raising money for scholarships for Elmhurst women. “

Fashion forward attendees Cindy Burke, Elmhurst Park District Board member Carolyn Ubriaco, District 205 School Board member Margaret Harrell, and Liz Ambrogi enjoy the Elmhurst Panhellenic’s Wild for Fashion event at the Hyatt Lodge on Feb. 16.

Founded in 1931, the Elmhurst Panhellenic Foundation has awarded hundreds of scholarships to Elmhurst women.

These scholarships are awarded annually to graduating high school senior and college women who either legally reside in Elmhurst or attend an Elmhurst high school.

The group will host an informa-

tion session about recruitment for college bound seniors on Monday, May 14 at 7 p.m. at the Elmhurst Public Library (not a library sponsored event).

Contact elmhurstpanhellenic@ hotmail.com for more information about its scholarships, or if you are interested in joining or learning more about the organization.

Karen Howard does her part to raise funds for scholarships as she happily puts her bid in for the Fiesta Basket, one of 50 silent auction baskets generously donated to raise money for Panhellenic scholarships for college-bound women from Elmhurst.

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York junior achieves top ACT Score

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Hard work for scholarship recipients

Wild for Fashion Event Chairperson Sharon Wiechman (left), and Elmhurst Panhellenic Foundation President Kathleen Sullivan (right), flank Mayra Bautista, a three-time Elmhurst Panhellenic scholarship recipient. A proud graduate of Elmhurst College with a degree in accounting, Bautista is grateful for the financial support these scholarships provided.

Will Phillips, son of Jon and Susan Phillips and a junior at York Community High School, earned the highest possible ACT composite score of 36.

On average, only around one-tenth of 1 percent of students who take the ACT earn a top score. In the U.S. high school graduating class of 2017, only 2,760 out of more than 2 million graduates who took the ACT earned a composite score of 36.

In a letter to the student recognizing this exceptional achievement, ACT Chief Executive Officer Marten Roorda stated, “Your achievement on the ACT is significant and rare. While test scores are just one of multiple criteria that most colleges consider when making admission decisions, your exceptional ACT composite score should prove helpful as you pursue your education and career goals.”

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Here’s to your Irish spirit!

Elmhurst Mayor Steve Morley (left) and St. Patrick’s Day Parade Chair Jim O’Connor (right) hoist a glass with Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner, who came to town for the Elmhurst St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday, March 10 . Elmhurst is becoming the governor’s regular stop during the season of “Wearin’ of the Green.”

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Scenes from the Multi-Chamber Spring Luncheon and Expo

Members of the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce & Industry at Bobak’s Signature Events in Woodridge on March 7. Ever the and 15 other west suburban chambers came out to hear Chicago Cubs fan, ECCI’s own president & CEO John R. Quigley turned Cubs Chairman and Owners Tom Ricketts’ Keynote Address at out in his full Cubs’ regalia. the 12th Annual Multi-Chamber Spring Luncheon and Expo held

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Cubs Chairman addresses business luncheon

Chicago Cubs Chairman and Owner Tom Ricketts reprises his 2012 Keynote Address, this time with a 2016 World Series Championship ring on his finger!

Smiling sponsors

Suburban Bank & Trust/Wintrust representatives enjoy Club Box Seats as part of their sponsorship of the 12th Annual Multi-Chamber Spring Luncheon and Expo, where Chicago Cubs Chairman Tom Ricketts delivered the keynote address.

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Cherry Farm

Cherry Farm

This Adams built 2-story is as clean as a whistle with the pride of ownership throughout. A walk to town location in Elmhurst’s sought-after Cherry Farm subdivision with a 1 block walk to the IL Prairie Path. This home boasts over 5,000 SF of finished living space with a huge eat-in kitchen with island overlooking yard and sunken family room with fireplace, 6 bedroom potential, 3.5 baths, home office up or down, a fully finished basement, a 2car attached garage, & a professionally landscaped yard with rear elevated deck with gazebo & paver brick patio.

Set in award winning school district – Edison Elementary and Sandburg JRHS. Rest easy as this home has been meticulously maintained by its original owners and is move in ready. A great value for one of Elmhurst’s top neighborhoods in town! $875,000

This Adams built 2-story is as clean as a whistle with the pride of ownership throughout. A walk to town location in Elmhurst’s sought-after Cherry Farm subdivision with a 1 block walk to the IL Prairie Path. This home boasts over 5,000 SF of $875,000

FIRST OFFERING! Charming Starter Home

Charming Starter Home

Adorable Cape Cod sports an open floor plan with a modern kitchen, large living room, and a dining room perfect for hosting. A full bathroom and two bedrooms round out the first floor. Off the kitchen resides a spacious sun room ideal for $309,000 Elmhurst’s Pick Subdivision W NE

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Adorable Cape Cod sports an open floor plan with a modern kitchen, large living room, and a dining room perfect for hosting. A full bathroom and two bedrooms round out the first floor. Off the kitchen resides a spacious sun room ideal for relaxation.

The basement provides the perfect space for entertainment with a custom built bar, new 1/2 bathroom, and refrigerator. The utility room boasts newer Samsung washer & dryer and offers plenty of storage space. Upstairs is a spacious master bedroom with oversized his & her walk-in closets and a large en suite master bathroom. The 2.5 car garage has new siding, a new roof, and a covered area perfect for cookouts in the rain! $309,000

Heart of Elmhurst

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

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/inlaw arrangement. Bathrooms on each level, including basement. Hardwood floors, updated kitchen with granite counter-tops and stainless steel appliance package. 2 car attached garage.

The lot could be subdivided into two 50x150 lots with a Cottage Hill address! $675,000

$675,000 COTTAGE HILL DOUBLE LOT

Fully Renovated Ranch!

Fully Renovated Ranch!

Professionally renovated walk-to-town ranch in Elmhurst.

Home features 2,450 SF of finished living space, 4 beds, 2.5 remodeled bathrooms, finished basement, new kitchen w/ white shaker cabinets, tile backsplash, new SS appliances, $450,000 FIRST OFFERING!

Danby Woods Colonial

Danby Woods Colonial

You’re sure to be impressed w/ this ‘Southern Living’ gem w/ custom fluted trim on all 3 floors, separate formals, 1st floor laundry/mudrm, eat-in kitchen, 1st floor family rm, & custombuilt fireplace mantels. 4 BRs up, 3 w/ direct bathroom access, $699,900

Rare Oversized Ranch!

Rare Oversized Ranch!

The 20 year owners have lovingly & meticulously maintained this home & newer features include theses: WINDOWS, FENCE, CONCRETE WORK. 1st Floor has hardwood throughout, Living & Dining Rooms with lots of natural light, 3

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The 20 year owners have lovingly & meticulously maintained this home & newer features include theses: WINDOWS, FENCE, CONCRETE WORK. 1st Floor has hardwood throughout, Living & Dining Rooms with lots of natural light, 3 generously sized bedrooms, Eat in Kitchen, Full Bath + Half Bath offers convenience & just needs new owner’s style/updates to call it home. Fully Finished Basement w/ a 4th Bedroom option, HUGE recreation room & a wet bar w/ endless potential, PLUS a Full Bathroom & lots of storage space gives the lower level over 1500 sf which you can customize to meet your needs. Fenced in yard & walk to school/parks location! $420,000

Professionally renovated walk-to-town ranch in Elmhurst. Home features 2,450 SF of finished living space, 4 beds, 2.5 remodeled bathrooms, finished basement, new kitchen w/ white shaker cabinets, tile backsplash, new SS appliances, quartz counters, & large island. 1st floor open concept, master with 1/2 bath, new windows, freshly painted, new furnace & humidifier, new plumbing & light fixtures, refinished HWF’s, new carpeting in basement, & teen/in-law suite in lower level. Oversized backyard w/ storage shed & enclosed porch behind garage. Walk to town, train, and award-winning schools - Edison & Sandburg. Nothing to do but move-in. $450,000

You’re sure to be impressed w/ this ‘Southern Living’ gem w/ custom fluted trim on all 3 floors, separate formals, 1st floor laundry/mudrm, eat-in kitchen, 1st floor family rm, & custom-built fireplace mantels. 4 BRs up, 3 w/ direct bathroom access, 3 fireplaces, one w/ dual exposure to the master BR & master bath. 2 magnificent libraries, a lower level in-law arrangement w/ private bath & wet bar w/ sink, fridge & dishwasher. Covered porch & 2nd floor veranda overlooking a expansive paver brick patio & large yard w/ irrigation & impressive landscaping, a heated 2 car attached garage w/ epoxy floors, & charming Coach House! $699,900

Great Value & Location!

Great Value & Location!

Curb appeal, beautiful landscaping, Location all included in this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom Tri Level located just steps away from Visitation Grade School. Huge kitchen w/ large eat in area & bay window that can be used as a dining room $355,000

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Curb appeal, beautiful landscaping, Location all included in this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom Tri Level located just steps away from Visitation Grade School. Huge kitchen w/ large eat in area & bay window that can be used as a dining room interchangeably.

Family room is an addition which gives you a total of over 1650 sq ft of living space! 2 oversized bedrooms on 2nd level, 3rd floor master wall divider was just taken down to free up more space. Full bathrooms located on 2nd and 3rd levels. Outdoor deck is great for large family gathering! $355,000

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On the fringe of downtown Elmhurst, this American 4-Square sits on a premium 65 x 190 lot & was completely renovated w/ 2-story addition in 2010. Large front porch to open concept first floor - family rm w/ surround sound, fireplace, built-ins,

On the fringe of downtown Elmhurst, this American 4-Square sits on a premium 65 x 190 lot & was completely renovated w/ 2-story addition in 2010. Large front porch to open concept first floor - family rm w/ surround sound, fireplace, built-ins, entertainer’s kitchen w/ island, butler’s pantry, full bath, separate formals & 2 fireplaces. 4 beds up w/ master suite, spa bath & laundry. Finished basement - office, 5th bed, & rec room. Outdoors- new Trex deck, 190’ deep lot, playset & 2.5 car garage. Improvements include hardie siding, Pella windows, electrical/ plumbing, & 3-zone HVAC. Walk to everything! $889,900

Great Value in South Elmhurst

Great Value in South Elmhurst

COME SEE OUR UPDATES! ALL UPDATED BATHS! PAINTED MILLWORK! NEW LIGHT FIXTURES! NEW ROOF! DON’T MISS OUT! South Elmhurst location. Walk to Lincoln grade School, Bryan Middle School and York High School.

$889,900 OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 1-3PM

$965,000 NEW UPDATES!

March Delivery!

March Delivery!

In the home stretch! A month out from completion for this rare, new construction home in Crescent Park. Steps from the IL Prairie Path and walking distance to Washington Park and Blue Ribbon Edison Elementary and Sandburg JRHS. This

In the home stretch! A month out from completion for this rare, new construction home in Crescent Park. Steps from the IL Prairie Path and walking distance to Washington Park and Blue Ribbon Edison Elementary and Sandburg JRHS. This Craftsman style home features an inviting front porch, hardwood floors throughout, 1st floor office, 3 car attached garage, a huge master suite with his/hers walk-in closets and spa bath, and unique smart home features you won’t find in other new builds in town. Delivery March 2018. $1,199,900

Updates Throughout!

Updates Throughout!

Close to everything, offering a private, professionally landscaped backyard complete w/ lighting, 2-level deck, pergola & fire pit. Perfect retreat for entertaining/relaxing.

Family rm features gas fireplace & raised hearth surrounded

$1,199,900 Crescent Park

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New Build on Sunnyside

New Build on Sunnyside

Great opportunity to build on one of best streets in the Lincoln school district. Steps from blue ribbon Lincoln school, York HS, the Prairie Path, and the Spring Rd business district. 3880 SF, first floor office, over-sized mudroom, chef’s kitchen with

Great opportunity to build on one of best streets in the Lincoln school district. Steps from blue ribbon Lincoln school, York HS, the Prairie Path, and the Spring Rd business district. 3880 SF, first floor office, over-sized mudroom, chef’s kitchen with island, butler pantry, formal dining, huge family room with fireplace, 3 car garage, 4 large beds up, master suite with his & hers walk-ins, master spa bath with over-sized shower and soaking tub. Ability to finish attic with additional 300 SF of 8 ft height ceiling as well as basement.

In for permits. Perfect timing to fully customize everything! Summer 2018 delivery. $1,099,000

Great location & opportunity to work with Elmhurst’s finest custom home builders. Walking distance to top rated public or private schools -Jefferson or Visitation & to newly renovated Butterfield Park. Top flight finishes, millwork, ceiling details & $1,039,000 WISE INVESTMENT BUILDERS

Sprawling Ranch

Oversized ranch on a 1/2 acre parcel with a premier cul-desac location in south Elmhurst. Over 3,200 SF + a finished basement & 2.5 car attached garage that backs up to Butterfield Park. The breathtaking views of the backyard $699,900

Oversized ranch on a 1/2 acre parcel with a premier cul-de-sac location in south Elmhurst.

Over 3,200 SF + a finished basement & 2.5 car attached garage that backs up to Butterfield Park.

The breathtaking views of the backyard oasis are captured in every room. Huge master suite & family room additions on back with vaulted ceilings, skylights, & direct access to wrap-around deck. Professionally manicured grounds w/ lush, mature landscaping/irrigation system.

As spacious as they come, this ranch offers 4 BR’s, 4 full baths, a formal dining room w/ wet bar, 1st floor laundry, tons of storage, & can entertain the largest gatherings all year round. $699,900

Nicely updated ranch in Elmhurst SD 205. Laminate wood flooring throughout, 6-panel doors, 2 updated full baths w/ granite tile, & jacuzzi tubs. Master bedroom has a walk in closet & attached master bath. 2nd bedroom has double $239,900

Nicely updated ranch in Elmhurst SD 205.

Laminate wood flooring throughout, 6-panel doors, 2 updated full baths w/ granite tile, & jacuzzi tubs.

Master bedroom has a walk in closet & attached master bath. 2nd bedroom has double wide, 6-panel closet doors. kitchen features 42” custom cabinets with slow close and stainless steel appliances. newer roof, siding, windows & HVAC. Walking distance to Crestview park and Marianos and LA fitness. $239,900

Great location & opportunity to work with Elmhurst’s finest custom home builders. Walking distance to top rated public or private schools Jefferson or Visitation & to newly renovated Butterfield Park. Top flight finishes, millwork, ceiling details & craftsmanship throughout. Main level offers hardwood floors, butler & walk-in pantry, office, separate dining room & eat-in kitchen with island overlooking family room with fireplace. 4 generous bedrooms up - all with attached bathrooms & 2nd floor laundry.

Luxurious master suite with his/hers walk-on closets & spa bath with soaking tub & separate shower. Oversized attached 2.5 car garage. $1,039,000

Newer Construction < $650k!

Newer Construction < $650k!

Great value South Elmhurst! Main level features hardwood floors throughout, 2 panel solid core white doors, wrought iron railings on staircase & 2 story foyer. 1st floor living room, formal dining room, kitchen, family room w/ direct vent $639,000

Elmhurst Starter Home

Elmhurst Starter Home

Close to everything, offering a private, professionally landscaped backyard complete w/ lighting, 2-level deck, pergola & fire pit. Perfect retreat for entertaining/relaxing. Family rm features gas fireplace & raised hearth surrounded by beautiful custom cabinetry & glass tiling. Other features include custom wood cabinets & new SS fridge in kitchen; formal dining room; 1st floor full bath; spacious master bedroom w/ vaulted ceilings, huge closet & attached bath w/jacuzzi tub; a huge finished basement w/ kitchenette, office & 1/2 bath! Heated 1.5 car attached garage w high ceilings. Paver extensions on both sides of cement driveway for double wide car parking. $490,000

New Jefferson Build

New Jefferson Build

$1,099,000 CONSTRUCTION UNDERWAY!

Sprawling Ranch

COME SEE OUR UPDATES! ALL UPDATED BATHS! PAINTED MILLWORK! NEW LIGHT FIXTURES! NEW ROOF! DON’T MISS OUT! South Elmhurst location. Walk to Lincoln grade School, Bryan Middle School and York High School. Steps to Illinois Prairie Path and Spring Road shopping district. 75x140 Lot. Unique open floor plan. 4 car garage. 2 attached/2 detached.

3800 sq. ft on 1st/2nd floor. Finished basement with traditional pub style wet bar, workout room and bedroom. Whole house back up generator system. Irrigation system. Mature landscape.

Fenced in yard. Paver patio. $965,000

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Great value South Elmhurst! Main level features hardwood floors throughout, 2 panel solid core white doors, wrought iron railings on staircase & 2 story foyer. 1st floor living room, formal dining room, kitchen, family room w/ direct vent fireplace, laundry/mudroom & powder room.

Beautiful maple cabinets w/ walnut stain & dark glaze in kitchen w/ SS appliances & granite countertops. 4 beds on 2nd level w/ shared hall bath. Private master suite w/ whirlpool tub & large walk in shower. Dual zone HVAC & roughed in central vac. Partial finished basement w/ r/o plumbing for future bath. Fenced in yard with gas line for grill and much much more! $639,000

Come see this one of a kind luxury townhouse development in Elmhurst by outstanding Island Construction. This 3 bedroom / 4 bathroom with 2 car heated attached garage will give you 2,400SF+ of high end finishes, a beautiful open floor plan, and $650,000

Come see this one of a kind luxury townhouse development in Elmhurst by outstanding Island Construction. This 3 bedroom / 4 bathroom with 2 car heated attached garage will give you 2,400SF+ of high end finishes, a beautiful open floor plan, and perfect for entertaining. Enjoy the gorgeous views of the Prairie Path landscape while living less than one mile from downtown Elmhurst’s restaurants, shopping, museums, library, theater & Metra. Situated in a friendly community with award winning schools & parks just 17 miles from downtown Chicago. Phase II is ready for occupancy with selection of your own custom finishes. Call today for a private showing. $650,000

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COLDWELL BANKER COLDWELL BANKER Town | $1,750,000 Open Sun 1-3 1234 Main Street

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212 E VALLETTE ST, ELMHURST

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530 S STRATFORD AVE, ELMHURST

5 br, 6.2 ba $3,250,000

5 br, 5 ba $1,285,000

5 br, 3.1 ba $897,777

4 br, 2.1 ba $749,900

6 br, 3.1 ba $714,900

Tina Porterfield & Anna Fiascone 630.325.7500

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4 br, 2.1 ba $634,000

3 br, 2.1 ba $550,000

4 br, 2 ba $539,000

3 br, 1.1 ba $467,000

4 br, 2.1 ba $449,900

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4 br, 2 ba $437,000

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The Elmhurst Independent

Sports March 15, 2018 • 19

TC girls track team gears up for 2018 season State qualifier Terpstra, state 3,200 relay team among returnees for Trojans

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Timothy Christian girls track team has undergone a youth movement and that’s completely fine with coach Kevin Hackert.

“We had a very successful season last year led by a talented senior class,” he said. “We knew this year would be a challenge, but we already are excited about the potential of this young team. The seniors have set high expectations for themselves and their teammates and everyone has been working hard to meet them.”

The Trojans have been battling

the elements in their training during what is considered the indoor portion of the season. “Our first days of practice started with 60-degree days and quickly turned to snow and sleet,” said Hackert. “Despite Chicago weather, the team has not complained and has been training well.

I would say this determination and how they encourage each other will be our strength this year.”

Hackert said Timothy looks to be its strongest in the mid- to long-distance races. “We lost the majority of our sprinters to graduation,” he said.

“Hope Clark has been training for the

mile and two-mile and is definitely ready for the season to begin.”

Hackert added Timothy also returns the entirety of its 3,200 relay team with Rachel Stoll, Val Hoekstra, Elise Terpstra and Jill Forgac.

That group qualified for the state meet last year.

Hackert noted triple jump also will be a key event for the team. “The other event I am excited to watch is the triple jump,” he said. “Elise Terpstra kept setting personal records every meet last year and now she has some competition on our team from freshman Hannah Schuringa, who

has shown real potential.”

Clark will compete in the 800, 1,600 and 3,200. “Her tempo runs in practice are screaming that she is ready for a great race,” said Hackert.

Hackert terms both Stoll (400 and 800) and Hoekstra as “faithful seniors.”

“Rachel has been the backbone of our 1,600 and 3,200 teams for three years now,” he said. “Val is the perfect complement to Rachel.”

Terpstra qualified for state last year in the 800 as a freshman. “Elise was our breakout freshman last year and is noticeably stronger than the

start of last year,” said Hackert.

Hackert said there are plenty of reasons for optimism around his team and it all has to do with the athletes on his roster. “We are young and we lost some very strong seniors, but the mood of the team is nothing but encouraging and eager,” he said.

“I have once again been blessed to have some amazing young ladies on this team. We have not yet had a meet and more than a third of our team is new to track, so it is very difficult to speculate on our outdoor season, but I know these women will make Timothy proud.”

Victory!

York senior Billy Dyra looks to pass around a Morton defender during the Dukes 18-5 home victory on Thursday, March 8. It was the first West Suburban Conference game of York’s season.

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York boys water polo CHRIS FOX PHOTOS Elmhurst Independent

Junior Tommy Crotser gets to the ball ahead of a Morton swimmer.

Jay Jensen, a sophomore, takes a shot on goal. York won the first two games of the season. (The first was a 15-5 victory over Naperville North.)

Dukes junior Brennan Sanders takes a shot on goal.

Above: Senior Simon DeGrace looks to pass the ball around a Morton player. At right: (top) Junior goalkeeper Robby Lothan gets a turn at guarding the net against the Mustangs. (bottom) Sophomore Liam Enright races towards the Morton Mustangs’ goal.

Senior goalkeeper Gary Derwin watches the action at the other end of the pool during the Dukes’ 18-5 victory over Morton.

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IC Catholic Prep boys basketball team turns in fine season

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

Knights advanced to Class 2A sectional title game

The IC Catholic Prep boys basketball team checked all the boxes for having a successful season.

The Knights reached the 20-win plateau, won a regional title for a second year in a row and advanced all the way to the Class 2A Timothy Christian sectional title game where it lost 55-29 to eventual 2A state-champion Chicago Orr. “Overall we had a very successful season,” said Knights coach TJ Tyrrell. “We had 20 wins, back-to-back regional champs and it was the fourth time we went to the sectional title game in school history.”

Tyrrell’s 2014 squad also made it to a sectional final and Tyrrell was an assistant coach on another IC Catholic Prep iteration that made it that far.

“We had a very tight-knit group of seniors,” he said. “They bought into the system and they cared for each other and for the coaches. Coming into the year this group was very focused. We were led by Nico Gaudio, Alex Meurer and Kevin Cheng who

were our captains this year and were our three leading scorers as well.”

Meurer and Cheng were named to the all-Metro Suburban Conference Blue Division team.

“These guys came to practice and games with a professional approach,” said Tyrrell. “Yet, they knew when to keep things light and have fun. Losing in the sectional championship was tough. We’ve never made it past that point. But the hardest part in all this is knowing I’m not going to coach that great group of seniors. We had a solid playoff run and a nice win against Timothy Christian to win the regional championship. We played Clark, a Chicago Public Schools team, in the sectional semifinals. It helped the game was at Timothy. We had a local crowd and support and we had played there earlier in the year. We were in a good spot from that standpoint.”

Tyrrell said his squad was ready for Clark. “Clark is a very athletic team,” he said. “We had an outstanding week of preparation. We slowed the tempo down and did an outstand-

ing job from the free-throw line. It’s crazy how well we shot free throws against Timothy (in the regional title game) and Clark. It was a nice win and it gave us a good opportunity to face Chicago Orr, which knocked us out last year in the sectionals and went on to win the state.”

The coach noted the Knights were also ready for a battle with Orr. “We came out mentally focused and defensively I was very proud of our effort,” said Tyrrell. “We held them to 53 points and this is a team that scored in the 70s on a regular basis.

We played physical and tough like we had all season, but offensively we couldn’t get anything going. We dug ourselves in a hole we couldn’t get out of.”

All in all, Tyrrell was thrilled with what transpired throughout the season. “From my standpoint it was one of the most enjoyable seasons I’ve had as a coach. I didn’t want it to end,” he said. “Being around the seniors was fun. I looked forward to practice, plus I had an outstanding coaching staff. I was fortunate

to have a hall of fame coach in Tom McCormack (former Conant High School coach) on the staff. I consider him a mentor. And Ed Caprisce has been with me all six years here and has been very loyal and dedicated.

I’m thankful to have all our coaches.

These are people who give up a lot of time from their families and in some cases their careers to do this.”

Tyrrell noted the Knights will return the likes of sophomores Ryan Wojtalewicz and Dom Gaudio, along with freshman Chauncey Lee. “All of them played minutes in the playoff games,” he said. “I was initially worried about losing nine seniors and having a big dropoff, but with the way these kids have stepped up I’m confident the program is going to be successful and that we will build off the legacy this senior group is leaving. I’m excited about the potential we have for next season. Next year is encouraging.”

In the win against Clark, Cheng had 21 points and six rebounds, while Meurer had 18 points and four assists. Nico Gaudio finished with

eight points and five rebounds to go with two steals. Kris Askew had seven points, while Dom Gaudio had six points, three rebounds and four steals. As Tyrrell noted, IC Catholic Prep lived at the foul line in the game, hitting 35 of 41 attempts (85 percent). Of note on that front, Meurer sank 15 of 16 throws, while Cheng was also on the money at 11 of 13.

Nico Gaudio was a perfect 6-for-6.

Cheng and Dom Gaudio each hit two 3s.

Against Orr, Meurer had 11 points, while Cheng had eight points and Nico Gaudio had seven points.

Cheng and Nico Gaudio each had five rebounds.

Cheng finished as the team’s leading scorer at 14.1 points per game, while Meurer averaged 12.0 points and Nico Gaudio was at 8.2 points and Khali Saunders was at 7.9. Saunders also was the team’s top rebounder at 6.1, while Nico Gaudio was at 5.3. Cheng had 64 assists and also led the team with 41 steals. Cheng also was tops in 3-pointers made with 40. Meurer hit 27 threes.

York girls badminton team York girls basketball team looking for more success turns in 19-win season Dukes finished ninth in state last season

By Mike Miazga

recently. “Unfortunately we only are able to keep 12 CORRESPONDENT players at the varsity level so we are taking our time The York girls badminton team continued its to see how players progress in the early part of the long string of success last season by finishing 8-3 season to make that final decision.” in duals, taking fourth in the tough West Suburban Doubles is one area of the lineup where York Conference Silver Division and winning a sectional looks to be especially strong. “We should have a championship before taking ninth in the state as a very strong doubles lineup,” said Bartolai. “Singles team (York also was second in the regular-season is challenging because many of the top players in the Feather Fest tournament). state play year-round in clubs and have been playing And second-year head coach Pia Bartolai has a most of their lives. In our top two doubles teams, 2018 team packed with experienced players. Back is we will have one returning state doubles team and the doubles team of Jenna Gallichio and Sam Reed, the other may be made up of two members of our which played No. 2 last year and most likely will singles sectional lineup from last year.” play No. 1 doubles this season. They went 27-10 last Bartolai is looking forward to seeing what Reed year and qualified for the state finals tournament. and Gallichio can do this season. “They were a very Also back is Linnea Dierksheide, who played No. strong doubles team last year,” she said. “They work 1 singles last season. Bartolai said Dierksheide’s incredibly hard and spend as much time in the gym most likely destination on the sectional team this as I’ll allow them. Last year they did very well at season will be in doubles with partner Laura Hyink. Feather Fest and impressed everyone at sectionals.

Dierksheide won 15 matches and qualified for state They have state experience and are hungry to go in singles last year. back and improve their state record.”

Hyink won 21 matches last season at No. 2 Jovic is a familiar name from the York girls tennis singles. program. “Aleksina is a very talented tennis player Key newcomers to the team include sophomore and was a strong freshman last year,” said Bartolai.

Aleksina Jovic and freshman Grace Wilton. Jovic, “This year she already has earned her spot in the Bartolai noted, will mostly be in the top 5 of the varsity lineup and is seeking a spot on the sectional team’s singles lineup, while Wilton could make the team.” varsity team as a ninth-grader.

Bartolai said the outlook for this season is “great.”

“We have four returning sectional players and “We are lucky enough to play in an incredibly three returning state qualifiers,” said Bartolai. talented conference that challenges us and pushes “When there are only six members of a sectional us to play better,” she said. “Last year we didn’t team, that’s a large percentage who will have perform as well as we anticipated in the conference experience. We also have nine seniors who all are so this year that definitely is a goal of ours. We also very strong, great leaders and role models and will hope to perform as well at Feather Feast, which is be the backbone of the team.” made up of many of the top teams in the state, as Bartolai said she has a nice problem—depth. “We last year. Another goal of ours would be to qualify have a lot of depth on our team and are struggling the whole team (all four positions) for the state to determine the JV-varsity lineup because we have See BADMINTON, Page 25 so many players who can make an impact,” she said

Dukes take second in WSC Silver

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The York girls basketball team has plenty to be happy about.

The Dukes clocked out of the 2017-2018 season with a 19-10 overall mark and took second in the West Suburban Conference Silver Division with an 8-4 record.

“We had a good season,” said firstyear York coach Brandon Collings.

“We let one get away at the end of the conference season. We would have liked to have been 9-3 and had a 20-win season overall. I thought our girls competed well. We lost in the regional championship to Wheaton-Warrenville South, which went on to lose to eventual state-champions Geneva in the sectional finals.

I’m happy, for sure, about this season.”

York excelled, in particular, on the defensive end. “I liked a lot of things this season,” said Collings. “We let up like 38 points a game. Defensively we got better and we got better at running our offense. We got better shooting the ball. It took us a little while to take the system we put in place and get going with it, but we did that.”

Collings is excited about the nearterm future. “I’m looking forward to having the summer to work with them,” he said. “We’ll get to work on individual skills that will fit in our system. I’ll get to work with the incoming juniors instead of first starting with them at the first practice like this past season.”

Danielle Dennis was a force for the Dukes all season. She scored her 1,000th career high-school point in the first-round playoff game against St. Charles North.

“Danielle averaged over 15 points a game for us,” said Collings.

Caylin Rufus also was a key contributor at 8.7 points a game, while Matty Stark stepped up and provided York a third key scoring option.

“Matty stepped up as a junior and became that outside presence for us,” said Collings. “She became that for sure. She averaged more than eight points a game and there was a stretch there where she averaged more than 12 points a game.”

Stark and Kathleen Levins return for the Dukes. “Scoring-wise we have both Matty and Kathleen coming back,” said Collings.

Dennis, Rufus and Stark were named to the all-WSC Silver team.

Looking ahead, Collings has plenty of reinforcements on the way.

“I’m excited about the fact some of our juniors got good minutes in this year,” he said. “We have a very strong sophomore class coming up.

They went 25-1 this season. We’ll also take a look at a couple freshmen and possibly pull from the freshman team that went 24-1. We have talent coming up. What we have are a lot of 5-10 and 5-11 kids with length. We should be able to do some different things next season.”

Both the sophomore and freshman teams went undefeated in the WSC Silver Division this season.

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York girls track team gearing up for WSC Silver indoor meet Evans excelling in jumping events; May continues to lower 1,600 time

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The York girls track team has been busy working its way toward this Friday’s West Suburban Conference Silver Division indoor meet at Proviso West.

The Dukes have hosted four invites thus far during the indoor season. Most recently at the York Invite No. 4, the 3,200 relay team of Katherine Tomaska, Anna Morley, Abby Moriarty and Sarah May ran 9:49.05 and finished second behind Palatine, which ran

9:49.02.

Sarah Pinkowski ran 46.72 in the 300 (fifth place), while Erin Davies took second with a time of 12:17.70 in the 3,200 run and teammate Abby Ross ran 12:49.34 and took fifth.

In the 55 hurdles, Kailee Skotty ran

Good day for the Knights

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On Sunday, March 4, the Knights 6th Grade basketball team took 2nd place in the DuPage County Youth Travel Basketball League’s end of season tournament. The program is not affiliated with any specific school, but the team is made up of kids from Elmhurst middle schools including IC, TC, Sandburh and Bryan. Front Row (left to right): Charlie Larson, Jack Mackay, Josh McMillian, Danny Keating, Jack Schaafsma and Jimmy Poulson. Back Row: Asst.

Coach Mark Poulson, Evan Lok, Marty Ryan, Jack Tomei, Gavin Honken and Coach Ken Schaafsma. Not pictured: Ryan Kovich.

10.57 and Emaan Mohsin ran 10.7. In the 55 dash, Jessica Dryden ran 7.85 and took fifth, while Madison Park clocked in at 8.05.

In the 800, May won the race with a time of 2:17.96, finishing ahead of Glenbard West’s Katie Hohe (2:19.02).

Morley ran 2:29.50 in the race and took third.

In the 800 relay, the team of Scarlet Hoffer, Olivia Chavez, Kelly Leonard and Molly Evans ran 1:54.69 and took fifth.

Tomaska ran 5:31.17 in the 1,600 and took seventh, while Francesca Mordini ran 5:36.49.

Hoffer ran 28.84 in the 200 and placed fifth.

York’s 1,600 relay team of Pinkowski, Chavez, Leonard and Mordini ran 4:23.36 and finished in fourth place.

In the long jump, Evans had a mark of 16-1 and placed fourth, while Kim Severino was at 13-9. Evans went 3410 1/2 in the triple jump, while Severino was at 30-3 1/2. Nicole Anderson cleared 4-10 in the high jump.

Clarissa Kupchyk went 8-0 in the pole vault, while Ashley Gordon-Johnson threw 27-3 1/2 in the shot and Darnyce Springfield threw 24-7 1/2.

York coach Keegan Kilrea has seen plenty of progress since the indoor season started. “Our strengths are our hard work, the support of each other and

some great improvements since last year,” she said.

Kilrea said in terms of events, the Dukes are thriving right now in the 3,200 and 1,600 relays, along with the triple jump and 1,600 run.

Evans has broken the indoor school record in the triple jump (35-5). Her high last year during the indoor season was 32-7 1/4. “She is one of the captains who has been a fabulous leader to our young team,” said Kilrea.

May is running a 5:08 time in the 1,600 right now.

“I like their support of each other,” said Kilrea. “The girls really value each other working hard and it has been wonderful to watch them be invested in each other’s goals and improvements. There is a lot of heart on this team.”

Kilrea sees blue skies ahead for this year’s group. “I am really happy with the growth that we have had from last year,” she said. “The girls are hungry to be better and are working hard at doing the little things right so that it will pay off at the right time. We have a great mindset right now. We are young and this is a group with a lot of potential.”

On the frosh-soph front in the No. 4 invite, York’s 3,200 relay of Grace Moriarty, Emma Kern, Ayesha Siddiqi

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Public Notice NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0075924 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on FEBRUARY 23, 2018, wherein the business firm of SPEAK VOLUMES PRODUCTIONS LOCATED AT 275 E. CAYUGA AVENUE, ELMHURST, IL 60126-4578 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) MIMI P. BLACK, HOME ADDRESS 275 E. CAYUGA AVENUE, ELMHURST, IL 60126-4578 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 23RD day of FEBRUARY, A.D. 2018.

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NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0075938 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on MARCH 5, 2018, wherein the business firm of APPLIANCE MART LOCATED AT 457 W. VALLETTE, ELMHURST, IL 60126-0000 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) EDMUND KAVANAUGH, HOME ADDRESS 457 W. VALLETTE, ELMHURST, IL 60126-0000.

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NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0075937 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on MARCH 5, 2018, wherein the business firm of ALL APPLIANCES OUTLET LOCATED AT 457 W. VALLETTE, ELMHURST, IL 60126-0000 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) EDMUND KAVANAUGH, HOME ADDRESS 457 W. VALLETTE, ELMHURST, IL 601260000.

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Bartolai said she’s on easy street in terms of coaching because of the character of the players on her roster. “The York badminton team is made up of, in my opinion, some of the nicest girls at York High School,” she said. “They are intelligent and athletic, but most importantly they are great kids. We have a group of nine seniors this year who all have been part of the program for four years and are wonderful leaders and mentors for the other girls. It’s a great sport, but it wouldn’t be nearly as fun to coach if I didn’t have such amazing girls to work with.”

York opened the season earlier this week against Downers Grove South. The Dukes head to the Hinsdale South invitational Saturday before opening WSC Silver play March 21 against Glenbard West.

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Visitation School’s 8th grade A boys basketball team recently won the championship for the Suburban Parochial League. The Vikings faced the undefeated St. Francis Falcons in the final game for the third consecutive year, this time coming home with the win. Left to right: Joe Marzano (coach), Matthew Nelson, Michael Montgomery, Liam Johnson, Connor West, Emmett Horn, Colin Doherty, Joe Marzano, Will Ryan, Steve Hoffman (coach).

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Elmhurst physicians achieve leadership milestones Ramzi Zureikat, MD, a board-certified internist and leader of Elmhurst Clinic’s hospitalist team, has been named a Certified Physician Executive (CPE) by the Certifying Commission on Medical Management.

Dr. Zureikat joined Elmhurst Clinic in 2014. The CPE credential honors Dr. Zureikat’s significant commitment to leadership. He became hospitalist chief in 2016 and has grown the team to 15 physicians and one nurse practitioner who now care for roughly half the patients at Elmhurst Hospital. He is an integral participant in the hospital’s efforts at improving patient safety, quality of care and the patient experience.

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Donald R. Lurye, MD, MMM, a board-certified family physician and CEO of Elmhurst Clinic since 2008, has been named a Fellow of the American Association for Physician Leadership. The degree of fellowship recognizes his long career leading physician groups and additional con-

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and Lydia Hickey won in 10:10.32.

Isabella Walker won the 300 dash in 44.08, while Amaya Rufus was second at 44.70.

Tessa Spedale won the 55 hurdles in 10.25 (next closest competitor was 10.80). Zoe Clark won the 55 dash in 7.87, edging teammate Bianca Spedale (7.88).

Maggie Clink took second in the 800 at 2:38.58. York also won the 800 relay in 1:51.43 with Walker, Rufus, Clark and Marissa Chavez.

Sydney Malaga won the 400 in 1:04.77. Hickey won the 1,600 in 5:30.97, while Kern was second at

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Simone Bednarik won the 200 in 27.79, while Malaga was second at 28.22.

York made it a clean sweep of the relays with a win in the 1,600. The team of Walker, Rufus, Lilly Curry and Chavez won in 4:22.14, edging Glenbard West (4:22.72).

Wendy Ofosu won the shot put with a throw of 30-0 1/2. Cassidy Toussaint took third at 29-5.

Curry won the high jump with a mark of 4-10. Clark won the long jump at 15-8 1/2, while Hanna Homan was third in the pole vault at 7-6.

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