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Classic Cinemas temporarily closes theaters again York Theatre among the casualties after being open only 2 weeks

By Dee Longfellow FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

In its July 2 issue, the Elmhurst Independent brought readers the news that York Theatre in downtown had finally opened again.

A ribbon-cutting and grand reopening took place on Friday, June 26, the first day of Phase 4 of Gov. JB Pritzker’s plan for reopening the state of Illinois.

Sadly, just two weeks later, the theater closed up again on Thursday, July 9.

Classic Cinemas announced last week that it would be closing all of its theaters following the last shows on Thursday, July 9. Besides Elm-

hurst, Classic Cinemas has locations in Carpentersville, St. Charles, Elk Grove Village, Downers Grove and Fox Lake.

The Downers Grove-based theater chain said in a Facebook post that it would close after Thursday’s shows.

The Independent was told the closing it was mostly due to the lack of new releases.

“Thank you to everyone for being a part of the Classic Cinemas family -- whether you patronized our theatres over the past few weeks, sent a kind note, or just thought about us,” a post read on Classic Cinemas

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After 41 years, Elmhurst Restaurant closes its doors FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

Owner Peter Bizios has announced that he is closing the Elmhurst Family Restaurant at 411 W. Lake St. after 41 years in business. It was a decision that was primarily driven by the COVID-19 pandemic, which caused set-backs that Bizios said his restaurant simply “couldn’t overcome.”

Elmhurst Family Restaurant has had its ups and downs since it opened in June of 1979. For about 10 years, Bizios had owned a truck stop down the street before deciding to build and open a new restaurant that featured a large menu.

Now that the restaurant is closed, its property at 441 W. Lake St. went

on the market, also a possible casualty of the shutdown of in-house dining everywhere. The property has gone on the market, according to Oak Brook-based Adelphia Properties, which listed it last week. The listing says the 5,000-square-foot building was built in 1989. The Better Business Bureau reported that the eatery had opened 36 years ago.

Despite having to close his Elmhurst Family Restaurant, Bizios, who is 76, said at least he’s left with wonderful memories of the many customers and good friends he has made over the years. After working seven days a week at the restaurant for so long, Bizios said he has no plans to return to the restaurant business.

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Garden Club holds ‘Stroll’ in lieu of annual Walk & Faire Seeks help to support scholarship program

By Dee Longfellow FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

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Last weekend would have been the weekend when Wilder Park is abuzz with all things “garden.” The second Sunday in July is typically the Elmhurst Garden Club’s annual Garden Walk & Faire – this year would have been the 25th.

But due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the event like so many others had to be canceled this year, but there is hope it will be back again in 2021.

In the meantime, Garden Club members held their own little “Garden Strolls.” A few members opened their own yards and invited groups of just three or four to visit their gardens while wearing masks and observing social distancing. Held over a period of three Wednesdays, the event was graced each day with beautiful weather, albeit plenty hot.

Because the Walk & Faire is the club’s biggest fundraiser of the year and its main means of raising dollars in order to award scholarships, the club is asking for those who would normally attend the Walk & Faire to consider donating the amount normally spent on your tickets directly to the club.

Garden Walk among many cancelled events It’s no secret that this coronavirus pandemic has forced the cancellation of numerous community events throughout the city, county, the state and the nation.

Guests typically enjoy a visit to five or six private gardens and often one or two public gardens as well.

The Faire in Wilder Park features vendors with unique garden accessories and one-of-a-kind art pieces as well as a large selection of perennials. There are usually experts on hand at the Faire to answer questions and to offer information about things related to gardening, such as butterfly stations, beekeeping, water features or stone walks.

It’s a whirlwind day that usually includes tea service, either under a tent in the fragrant Wilder Arboretum gardens or inside Wilder Mansion.

Restaurants in downtown often have specials for “walkers” who want to stop in before or after the walk or for a lunch break during the day.

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(Continued from front page) Facebook page. “After much deliberation and with a heavy heart, Classic Cinemas has decided to temporarily re-close our locations after the end of business on Thursday, July 9.

“Our team took pride in implementing the health and safety protocols and received high marks for their efforts. Unfortunately, the lack of new movies and the extra costs have made our current business model unsustainable. We are in this for the long term so we look forward to welcoming you back just as soon as the outlook improves and new movies are released.”

Plans to re-open have not been announced.

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It was a beautiful Earth Day on Saturday, April 22, 2017, when a dozen or so members of the Elmhurst Garden Club came to the Ray Graham facility on Madison in Elmhurst to join residents in helping to clean up the yards and to plant new flats of flowers. It is just one of the many volunteer efforts the club puts forth every year.

It’s a lovely event, truly one of the finest in the City, and another grand reason why people adore this community, love to live here, and are the envy of those who don’t.

High School Garden Club; improv- tions can also be found. ing and maintaining the campus apThere are many clubs and organipearance at Ray Graham Learning zations that are likely to fall short on Center; and contributing to the El- their fundraising goals this year bemhurst Cool Cities Coalition for its cause of COVID-19, and many people are financially struggling right public environmental programs.

Walk funds crucial to The EGC is always looking for now. But if you possibly can, your scholarship program new members who are also garden help would be greatly appreciated by The Walk & Faire is the main enthusiasts. For information about not only the Elmhurst Garden Club, fundraiser for the club’s scholarship membership, visit elmhurstgarden- but the next class of scholarship reprogram. The club has awarded an- club.org, where scholarship applica- cipients. nual scholarships to Illinois students studying horticulture, landscape architecture, botany and environmental studies. The EAG has also funded scholarships to York High School students for experiential science programs. Additionally, the club has granted scholarships to Elmhurst Park District children’s summer camps.

On Monday, March 2, the Elmhurst Garden Club held its 21st annual “Meet the Scholars” luncheon at Wilder Mansion. This year, EGC awarded $15,000 in scholarships to six Illinois residents. To date, the club has proudly given at total of $165,000 to 90 students. (from left) Pictured here in 2018 is Elmhurst Garden Club President The club is now concerned it may not have its usual amount available Teri Litavsky (left) and her daughter Lili Melvin, along with Garden for the program without the reve- Walk hostess Pat O’Dwyer. All three helped make the 23rd annual Garnues from the Walk & Faire. The den Walk and Faire a big success. Sadly, the 25th annual event was club is asking the community to to take place last weekend but had to be cancelled due to COVID-19. consider “buying a ticket” anyway, that is, sending in a contribution in the amount that you might normally spend on tickets.

Concerned residents are invited to support the scholarship program by mailing a check payable to Elmhurst Garden Club for $20, or any amount, to EGC, P.O. Box 383, Elmhurst, IL 60126. (Please do not mail cash.)

Other endeavors of the EGC The club does much more around the community beyond offering student scholarships. Its many contributions include holiday decorating of the Elmhurst Public Library; maintaining the Herb Garden in Wilder Park; contributing to horticultural development at the Elmhurst College Arboretum; maintaining the landscaping at the Churchville OneRoom Schoolhouse; mentoring York

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Teri Litavsky (right) chats with Garden Club members who came to her yard to enjoy a “Garden Stroll,” since the Garden Walk & Faire, scheduled for the second weekend in July, had to be cancelled. A few members opened their own yards and invited groups of just three or four to visit, while wearing masks and observing social distancing.

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Police beat

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

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

Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a conviction, and that subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Juveniles age 17-or-younger are not named.

Criminal damage, criminal trespass July 7 A reporting officer responded to the 400 block of W. Butterfield at around 6:17 p.m. for a report of criminal damage to property.

Upon arrival, the victim relayed that the unknown person(s) had knocked down a caution sign that he installed in the alley behind his home.

July 5 Police said that subsequent to a commercial burglar alarm at a car dealership in the 700 block of W. Lake at around 4:46 a.m., officers found two broken glass panels on the north side of the building. The interior of the building was checked and no signs of further criminal activity were noted.

July 1-July 2 A victim in the 400 block of S. Arlington advised that an unknown suspect used a large boulder to smash the driver’s side window of his vehicle sometime between the above dates. Nothing appeared to be missing. A matter of record.

July 2 A reporting officer responded to the 200 block of Melrose at around 8 a.m. for a report of an attempted burglary to a vehicle. The victim stated an unknown suspect(s) threw bricks at her vehicle’s passenger side window and door. No entry was gained to the vehicle.

Domestic battery, domestic incident, disorderly conduct, damage to property, disturbance July 4 A 28-year-old Elmhurst man was charged with two counts of domestic battery in the 200 block of E. First at around 8:31 a.m. A victim told police the suspect forced her into his pickup truck and drove her back home. While driving home, an argument ensued and the suspect began punching the victim and pulling her hair, according to police.

A 49-year-old Elmhurst man was charged with two counts of domestic battery, interfering with the reporting of domestic violence and attempted unlawful restraint in the 700 block of S. Colfax at around 9:58 a.m. A victim told police that during an argument, the suspect threw food at her and stuck her in the face causing an injury. The suspect then reportedly grabbed her cell phone to prevent her from calling the police.

July 2 A victim in the 700 block of S. Hawthorne told police at around 9:07 p.m. that a suspect slammed a door into his arm causing a small abrasion just above his right elbow. The suspect denied ever making physical contact with the victim. No arrests were made due to conflicting statements from both parties.

charged with obstructing identification, resisting arrest, illegal transportation of alcohol, aggravated driving while license revoked, improper lighting, improper use of registration, unlawful use of an electronic communication device and no insurance subsequent to a traffic stop near Church and Fischer Farm Road at around 8:03 p.m. Police said Yelin Munoz, 21, of Stone Park, a passenger in the vehicle, was found to have a valid arrest warrant out of the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office.

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DUI, DUI-drugs, illegal transportation of alcohol, possession of alcohol July 6 Nicholas Garrett, 25, of Wheaton, was charged with unlawful possession of a controlled substance, unlawful possession of a hypodermic syringe and possession of drug paraphernalia subsequent to a solicitor complaint in the 600 block of W. St. Charles at around 6:33 a.m. Police said Garrett also was discovered to have four active warrants out of the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office.

July 5 Police said that subsequent to a motorcycle crash in the 500 block of W. Third at around 5:32 p.m., the suspect was found to be driving while under the influence of alcohol. Upon further investigation it was found the suspect was under the age of 21 and was transported to Elmhurst Hospital. Charges are pending discharge from the hospital.

July 4 Nicole Robinson, 41, of Des Plaines, was charged with DUI, improper lane usage and unsafe tires subsequent to a traffic stop near North and Clinton at around 12:10 a.m.

July 3 Alexsander Diaz, 18, of Lombard, was charged with zero tolerance-minor with a BAC greater than .00, consumption of alcohol by a minor, illegal transportation of alcohol, consumption of alcohol by a minor, possession of adult use cannabis by a driver and speeding subsequent to a traffic stop near North and Indiana at around 2:35 a.m. Michael Soto-Leija, 18, of Joliet, a passenger in the vehicle, was charged with consumption of alcohol by a minor, transportation of open alcohol and possession of adult use cannabis.

Entering unlocked vehicles and garages July 1-July 2 Two incidents of unknown suspects entering unlocked vehicles or garages were reported in the 400 block of S. Kenilworth and in the 200 block of N. Myrtle.

Harassment, threats June 26 A victim told police at around 11:28 a.m. that the suspect asked her to send him explicit photos of herself. The victim declined to send any photos. Officers spoke to the victim’s parents who related that they handled the situation with the other parents and they did not wish to pursue charges.

Obstruction July 2 Santos Alonso, 22, of Stone Park, was

Possession of cannabis, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of a controlled substance July 5 Leroy Jefferson Jr., 26, of Bellwood, was issued citations for illegal transportation of adult use cannabis, illegal transportation of open alcohol, possession of fireworks and driving without lights near I-290 and Lake at around 2:45 a.m.

July 3 Jerry Williams, 66, of Peoria, was charged with unlawful possession of a controlled substance, DUI-drugs and possession of drug paraphernalia subsequent to a report of a driver slumped at the wheel in the 200 block of N. York at around 8:14 p.m. James Clevenger, 47, of Peoria, a passenger in the vehicle, was charged with two counts of unlawful possession of a controlled substance.

Suspicious circumstances July 8 A victim in the 500 block of Van Auken told police at around 4:59 p.m. that after hearing a car door slam, he observed a suspect carrying the victim’s flag from his yard. After checking the area, an officer located the flag. The flag was returned to the victim.

Theft/burglary/attempted theft or burglary/identity theft/fraud/forgery/ deceptive practice/ obstruction/robbery July 8 Identity theft was reported in the 100 block of W. North at around 8:10 p.m. A victim told police that an unknown suspect(s) used her personal information to fill a fraudulent prescription at the CVS pharmacy. The victim cancelled the prescription and told the pharmacist that she never requested a prescription.

The reporting officer provided the victim with information on how to protect herself against identity theft.

July 7 Identity theft was reported in the 400 block of Berkley at around 8:19 p.m. A victim told police that an unknown suspect(s) fraudulently used his personal information to apply for unemployment benefits. He has not experienced a monetary loss regarding this incident.

The officer provided the victim with information on how to protect himself against identity theft.

May 28-July 7 Attempted theft by deception was reported in the 900 block of Virginia Lane. A complainant told police that he applied online for a position with the company he believed to be

UNICEF. He received an email stating if he wanted the position, they would send him a check for $2,850.45. He was instructed to deposit the check into his bank account and to await instructions on where to send some of the money. He attempted to deposit the check and learned the check was fraudulent. The complainant has not lost any money.

July 6 Pawel Surowiec, 34, of Chicago, was charged with retail theft and resisting a police officer at a store in the 100 block of W. North at around 11:40 p.m. A reporting officer made contact with the complainant who stated that Surowiec was attempting to steal items from the store, police said. Upon attempting to place Surowiec under arrest, he began to allegedly resist officers.

Theft was reported at a gas station in the 1000 block of N. York at around 6:19 a.m. A reporting officer spoke with a store manager who reported an unknown suspect contacted an employee via telephone and was able to convince the employee to transfer $1,400 of the store’s money via Western Union.

Burglary was reported in the 200 block of Illinois at around 7:25 a.m. A victim told police that an unknown suspect entered his unlocked garage and removed several pieces of gardening equipment.

July 4 Identity theft was reported in the 100 block of S. Arlington at around 12:30 p.m. A victim told police that he gave remote access to a tech support representative in order to assist with installing a printer. The victim stated he later began receiving multiple phone calls from an unknown suspect who stated he had hacked into his laptop and he would need to pay $300 to relinquish access. The victim realized he was the victim of identity theft and subsequently cancelled all his credit cards and froze his checking account.

July 2 Burglary to a vehicle was reported in the 300 block of Boyd at around 6:01 p.m. A victim told police that she left her overhead garage door open overnight and her vehicle inside was unlocked. Her neighbor’s Ring camera captured the suspect vehicle stop in front of the victim’s home. The video showed the suspect exiting the passenger side of the suspect vehicle and entering the victim’s garage. The victim stated her vehicle was rifled through, but she was not missing anything from inside of the vehicle or the garage.

July 1-July 2 Deceptive practice was reported in the 1000 block of Riverside. A victim told police he purchased an item from a seller using an online payment app. After making the payment the victim never received the item and was blocked from contacting the seller.

June 30 Burglary to a vehicle was reported in the 200 block of E. Third at around 1 p.m. A victim told police that an unknown suspect entered his unlocked vehicle and stole his iPhone.

June 28-July 4 Burglary to a vehicle was reported in the 500 block of N. Adele. A victim told police that an unknown suspect(s) entered her vehicle and removed a jacket sometime between the above dates.

July 2 Identity theft was reported in the 200 block of N. Larch at around 12:43 p.m. A victim

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City rejects applicant for alderman due to business incentive agreement Storino: If resident served, it would be Class 4 felony

By Dee Longfellow

FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

According to information provided by the City of Elmhurst Brewpoint Coffee CEO and founder Melissa Villanueva has been disqualified from representing the First Ward as an alderman on the Elmhurst City Council due to her incentive agreement with the City. City attorney Donald Storino said that if she served, it would be a Class 4 felony.

Villanueva, one of four residents who applied for the seat vacated by

Mark Sabatino, who resigned a few months ago when he moved out of the area, disagreed with the City’s interpretation of the law.

At the City Council meeting held on Monday, July 6, Mayor Steve Morley said he would be deciding soon on the residents he planned to propose for Ward 1 seat and the seat in Ward 4, a seat left open when Kevin York resigned from his seat about the same time as Sabatino. Morley said he planned to have the Council vote on his nominees at the meeting on July

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About a week prior, attorney Donald Storino issued a memo to City officials stating that Villanueva was ineligible to serve because of her ownership of a business that entered into a redevelopment agreement with the City.

The agreement provided $60,000 in incentives to Brewpoint to partially subsidize a construction project. The money came from a special account generated through property taxes in the tax increment financing (TIF) district where Villanueva’s North York

Street coffee shop is located.

The agreement was signed in February 2017 and is in effect for 11 years.

She would not be eligible to run for alderman until the agreement expired in 2028.

Storino said there was a state law barring any municipal officer from having a financial interest directly or indirectly in city contracts. Exceptions exist, but none were applicable in this situation, Storino said.

The City attorney also noted a provision in the agreement indicating that

no city official can have any financial interest in the redevelopment project in question.

In a statement released last week, the city said the language in Brewpoint’s agreement was similar to that of other redevelopment agreements with incentive recipients.

Mayor Morley released the following statement: “I sincerely appreciate all interest in the vacant positions and encourage all applicants to continue to seek opportunities to offer their time and talent to the City of Elmhurst.”

Top crime news

Victim alleges three masked sponded for the report of juveniles and threw an ice cream at the glass men attacked him from behind crawling through an open window door of a restaurant. A no-trespass noAssault was reported on July 3, and into Bryan School at around tice will be served to the suspect once when a victim in the 100 block of 9:32 p.m. Upon arrival, numerous contact has been made.

W. Church told police at around 4:38 juveniles were located on the school p.m. that while walking with a friend, property and related that they entered three unknown masked men attacked the building through an open window. Great Western him from behind. The victim has no The juveniles were released on the And now for the good news…

Since March 24, 421 patients have information on the suspects and did scene to their parents pending follow Prairie clean-up up with the school resource officer Number of cases by town been discharged from Elmhurst Hos- not wish to sign complaints. this Saturday and Bryan School’s administration.

At press time, the DuPage De- pital following treatment for conOn Saturday, July 18 from 9 a.m.

Man found slumped at wheel partment of Health reported the fol- firmed cases of COVID-19. to 12 noon, come out to joins a volcharged with DUI-drugs Victim claims burglar unteer crew along the Elmhurst Great On July 7, police said that subse- made off with two handguns, Western Prairie to maintain this treaquent to a call for a vehicle off the two boxes of ammo (Continued from page 6) roadway with the driver slumped at On July 7, burglary to a vehicle was sure close to home. Wear work gloves told police that an unknown sus- count. the wheel, the driver was allegedly reported in the 800 block of Cadwell and clothes and sturdy shoes. Meet pect(s) filed for unemployment June 21 found to be DUI-drugs. During the at around 8:41 a.m. A victim told po- in Elmhurst at the corner of Berkley benefits using his personal inforIdentity theft was reported in the investigation, a struggle ensued. The lice that he found his vehicle’s door Avenue and Illinois Prairie Path. For mation. The victim will contact Il- 400 block of E. Ridge at around 7:20 driver allegedly bit the reporting of- ajar and two handguns, two boxes of more information, go to Facebook, linois Department of Employment a.m. A victim told police his personal ficer’s left forearm. The suspect was ammunition, and other items were search for Elmhurst Great Western Services to report the fraud. information was used to apply for un- transported to the police department. missing from the vehicle. One firearm Prairie, click to Like and Follow the page. Or email Eric Keeley at keeley. employment benefits. The victim was State charges of aggravated battery, was entered into LEADS as stolen.

July 1-July 2 eric@gmail.com and ask to be placed advised to contact the State of Illinois DUI-drugs, possession of adult use A vehicle in the 100 block of to dispute the fraudulent claim. on the email list for Elmhurst Great cannabis in a vehicle, and improper Customer gets no-trespass E. Orchard as reported stolen beWestern Prairie. Also check epd.org/ lane usage are pending. order after throwing tween the above dates. Police said June 20-July 1 parks/elmhurst-great-western-praiice cream in restaurant a reporting officer responded to On July 3, a complainant in the 900 rie.

Theft was reported in the 100 block Police find ‘numerous’ the above location for a report of of E. Grantley. A victim told police that juveniles inside closed school Another clean-up is scheduled for block of N. York told police at around an attempted burglary to a vehicle. an unknown suspect took cash from On July 8, police said officers re- 8:05 p.m. that a suspect became upset Aug. 14.

Upon further investigation it was envelopes in a filing cabinet sometime discovered the vehicle was not in between the above dates. This case is the driveway and appeared to have pending investigation. be stolen.

Burglary to a vehicle was report- June 15-June 24 ed in the 200 block of N. Myrtle.

Forgery was reported at a business According to police, a reporting in the 400 block of W. Wrightwood beofficer responded to the above lo- tween the above dates. A complainant cation to return a wallet that had told police that he received several been found in front of someone’s counterfeit checks as payment for sevresidence. Upon further investiga- eral orders. Suspect 1 made two orders tion, it was learned the victim’s un- and Suspect 2 made three orders. All locked vehicle was burglarized and orders were for computer equipment two wallets were taken. The wallets and delivered to vacant businesses in Sponsored by Illinois State Representatives Conroy, were returned to the victim who ad- Florida. vised cash were missing from each Costa Howard, Kifowit, Pappas, and Willis wallet.

Unlawful use Attempted burglary was reported in the 200 block of E. Gladys. A of a weapon victim told police that an unknown July 5 suspect forced entry to her garage Richard Jordan, 35, of Chicago, and entered her vehicle. Nothing was charged with unlawful use of a Representative Conroy’s office: 28 S. Villa Avenue, Villa Park IL 60181 appeared to be missing. weapon, possession of cannabis and Burglary to a vehicle was reportspeeding near Roosevelt and Route 83 9-4 Monday-Friday (box out front for your convenience) ed in the 500 block of N. Emory. A at around 10:37 a.m. Police said that victim told police that an unknown subsequent to a traffic stop, Jordan was Why Diapers? Demand for diapers across the country has increased by up to 300% in some areas of the suspect entered her unlocked vehifound to be in possession of an unloadcountry since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Low-income families have been especially impacted. cle and removed a pair of sunglassed pistol, brass knuckles and cannabis. es valued at $400.

As of 11 a.m. on Sunday, July 12, there were 9,721 total cases among DuPage County residents, including 481 deaths. Since Saturday, there were 80 new cases and one death of a person with COVID-19 infection reported. The death was a female in her 80s.

lowing number of COVID-19 cases in our readership communities as follows: Addison 857, Bensenville 557, Elmhurst 402, Lombard 446, Oakbrook Terrace 32, Villa Park 274, Wood Dale 240.

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July 8 Police said Paul M. Cirone, 58, of Elmhurst, was found to have two valid warrants from the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office in the 400 block of Evergreen at around 12:32 p.m.

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July 1 Identity theft was reported in the 200 block of N. Willow at around 10:03 a.m. A reporting officer spoke with a victim who stated he received an email advising him of fraudulent activity on his bank ac-

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Under my father’s fedora...

Fun on the Internet to transcend the boredom

Still staying home…

Still pretty bored…

Things have opened up but most of us in Illinois have been very cautious and it shows in the fact that Florida and Arizona have now become epicenters for the COVID-19 pandemic, but Illinois is holding its own. If you’re still hunkered down at home most of the time, good for you.

Here are some youtube channels that might help you and your family pass the time as well as be entertained and informed.

premiere.

When the country first shut down for the virus, Lily posted 5 Fun Things To Do at Home with Dominoes. Fun for all ages, but especially kids. Enjoy!

For families with kids Do a search for Hevesh5. It is a channel by Lily Hevesh, who is a dominoes aficionado with all kinds of fun domino set-ups for every kind of occasion and event. These are not people sitting around playing the game of dominoes, these are elaborate projects of dominoes standing on their ends just far enough apart to knock the next one down, once the first is put in motion.

Some of her creations have been set up in high school gymnasiums, taking up almost the entire space.

She salutes her various sponsors with spot-on logos – all done in dominoes. Her channel is fun to watch, (especially when they run the set-ups in reverse).

Lily was a consultant for the 2016 movie Collateral Beauty, which featured her set-ups. She got quite a thrill when she met the stars of the movie including Will Smith, Kate Winslet and Edward Norton and went to Hollywood for the movie

For business people…

Never a fan of the big-mouthed egomaniacs on Shark Tank in America, what a nice surprise it was to discover Dragons Den, a similar program based in the U.K., where millionaires are actually civil. British business entrepreneur multi-millionaire Peter Jones, who just happens to be 6’7” and is fiercely attractive IMHO – (okay, the $500 million net worth doesn’t hurt either!) is the lead dragon, joined each episode by four others from among a group of about ten investors in total. Each puts up his or her own money.

The dragons are all very astute.

Five dragons sit in chairs and the person or persons pitch their idea, requesting an investment of a certain sum of cash in exchange for a percentage of the business.

Insult or offend any of the dragons, show up ill-prepared, fail to know your numbers, or leave out valuable information and they

By

DEE LONGFELLOW Editor

Edward-Elmhurst Health thanks area legislators As our communities and state fight and recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, it is more critical than ever that we have a strong healthcare delivery system Mary Lou that provides Mastro high-quality, ac- System CEO, cessible care in Edwardthis unprecedentElmhurst ed and challengHealth ing time.

That’s why I want to commend our state legislators, especially Sen. Suzy Glowiak-Hilton, Rep. Deanne Mazzochi, Sen. Laura Ellman and Rep. Grant Wehrli, who represent our hos-

pitals directly.

They took critical action to help Edward-Elmhurst Health and hospitals across the state. They voted to approve Senate Bill 2541 to reauthorize the continuation of the Hospital Assessment Program, preserving $3.8 billion in annual funding to support access to hospital care for 3 million people insured under the Illinois Medicaid program. They heard our concerns that Illinois needs to continue this vital program to ensure that our residents and all Illinoisans can receive healthcare when they need it.

Our legislators rose to the occasion at a critical time for our state and deserve our appreciation and thanks.

Mary Lou Mastro System CEO Edward-Elmhurst Health

will let you know it – in a much more calm and gracious manner than anyone on the American Shark Tank.

The dragons live by the admirable old adage of Winston Churchill, who said, “Diplomacy is telling a man to go to hell in such a way that he looks forward to the trip.”

Jones once, as calmly as can be, told a person, “I’m quite furious that you are wasting my time.” Another dragon Theo Paphitis once said to an entrepreneur, in as level a tone as you can imagine, “I’m sitting here seething with rage.”

Don’t think it’s all stuffy and boring, though. There are some very funny moments as well. Millionaire investors don’t like to waste time

and hence, don’t mince words or sugarcoat their thoughts. One of the dragons to watch is Duncan Bannatyne, a Scotsman who minces no words almost to the point of embarrassment, but in a funny, delightful way like when Grandpa blurts out a cuss word (not that he’s old!). Bannatyne has no problem telling entrepreneurs when their idea is “pure rubbish,” ugly or boring.

He’s even gone as far as to beg the person to give up the idea and not waste any more time or money.

He’s funny, you have to see him to believe it.

Then don’t miss Deborah Meaden, who is one of the sharpest business women you’d ever want to meet. She knows her numbers

and expects you to know yours. She knows where to look for certain information on legal documents – like whether or not the entrepreneur REALLY has a patent. Many times they think they do, when she discovers they do not.

There are full episodes available or you can do a search for Dragons Den UK and just watch one segment at a time.

They’re a lot of fun and it almost feels like you’re working!

Hello my Hi-View friend I met a faithful reader of the Elmhurst Independent at a restaurant in Villa Park on Sunday, July 12.

She said she enjoyed my columns and missed them… so here ya go!

Cullerton urges DuPage residents to take advantage of free credit checks State Senator Tom Cullerton (D-Villa Park) is urging residents to take advantage of free credit reporting websites to assess their financial situations.

“Many of us were focusing on taking care of our family’s health and making ends meet during the COVID-19 pandemic,” Cullerton said. “It is also important that we not lose track of our financial goals as well.”

Federal law requires each of the

three nationwide consumer credit reporting companies—Equifax, Experian and TransUnion—to provide a free credit report every 12 months if requested. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, these companies are offering free online weekly credit reports through April 2021.

The information in these reports may affect mortgage rates, credit card approvals, apartment requests and job applications. Reviewing credit reports can also help catch

signs of identity theft early.

“If people know their credit score it will give them the opportunity to improve their financial status,” Cullerton said. “I urge residents to check their credit reports since it can be done free of charge during this time.”

To find out more about why credit is important or to request a credit report, visit AnnualCreitReport.com.

(This was received from the office of State Sen. Tom Cullerton.)

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Local company gives to EYFP

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Ledcor Technical Services, a communications network company in business since 1979, recently moved its location from Oakbrook Terrace to 723 N. Oaklawn in Elmhurst. To celebrate, representatives from Ledcor toured the Elmhurst Yorkfield Food Pantry (EYFP) on July 9 and presented a check for $10,500 through its Ledcor Cares program. EYFP used the money to purchase a new refrigerator and freezer that were needed to store the significant amount of meat and dairy items it has been receiving from the USDA Coronavirus Food Assistance Program.

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Delivering the goods

Volunteers unload a brand new commercial-size freezer for the Elmhurst Yorkfield Food Pantry, purchased with the proceeds from a donation given by Ledcor Technical Services, a company that recently moved from Oakbrook Terrace to Elmhurst. The freezer along with a new refrigerator were purchased with Ledcor’s contribution of $10,500. The EYFP has been receiving significantly more meat and dairy items from the USDA Coronavirus Food Assistance Program.

Governor signs bill to reduce the Illinois’ cancer burden The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is encouraged to see the Illinois legislature pass and Gov. JB Pritzker sign legislation to allow Illinois Medicaid recipients access to possible life-saving clinical trials. ACS CAN is proud to have worked with the bill sponsors and thanks Sen. Andy Manar and Rep. Camille Lilly for their leadership.

“This clinical trials bill will require Medicaid to cover routine costs associated with clinical trials,” said Shana Crews, government relations

director, ACS CAN. “Gov. Pritzker and the legislature have taken an important step to ensure the viability of new cancer research in our state and to allow an additional 20% of Illinois residents to have access to these new, potentially lifesaving treatments and therapies.”

Even in these uncertain times, people are still hearing the words “you have cancer” for the first time including the 71,990 Illinois residents who will be diagnosed with cancer this year. Until this bill was signed, the

Illinois Medicaid program was one of the insurance programs in the U.S. that were not required to cover routine care for patients in cancer clinical trials.

“It’s not an exaggeration to say that this law will save lives,” said Sen. Manar.

“For too long, some people were granted access to the most advanced and potentially life-saving cancer treatment, and others weren’t, simply depending on which insurance plan they had. That injustice ended today.

Literacy DuPage receives $100,000 state grant

State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs) encouraged potential tutors to reach out to the College of DuPage on news it will receive $100,000 in state funds for the Literacy DuPage adult literacy program.

“Literacy DuPage helps adults learn the English language skills needed to live and work,” Glowiak Hilton said. “Anyone interested in

becoming a part of this great program should contact Literacy DuPage to sign up for their next training session.”

More than 13,500 students are served by adult literacy programs throughout Illinois.

Supported by $5.6 million in state funds, the programs will depend on nearly 6,000 volunteer tutors to provide skills training for students, ac-

cording to the Secretary of State’s Office. Adult literacy projects are focused on improving reading, writing and math and are targeted at Illinois adults who read below the 9th-grade level or speak English at a beginning level.

People interested in volunteering as tutors for Literacy DuPage should call 630-342-5210 or email info@literacydupage.org.

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I appreciate Gov. Pritzker’s demonstrated commitment to advancing equity in health care.”

“When our clinical research is not representative of those most impacted by life threatening health conditions, we simply exacerbate the prevalence of health inequities and miss potential cures to diseases,” said Rep. Lilly.

“I was honored to work on this legislation with my colleagues in the – Sen. Andy Manar General Assembly and Gov. Pritzker to ensure all Illinoisans have access to quality care and advance groundward to working with them to continbreaking research in our state.”

“We thank the legislature and gov- ue to reduce Illinois’ cancer burden in ernor for taking this step and look for- the near future,” said Crews.

It’s not an exaggeration to say that this law will save lives.”

College news

Resident earns degree from Coastal Carolina U Austin Moran, an exercise and sport science major from Elmhurst, graduated from Coastal Carolina University in the Spring 2020. He was also named to the President’s List for the Spring 2020 semester, Located in Conway, So. Carolina, Coastal Carolina University launched its first virtual commencement ceremony, featuring a recorded message from alumnus and Emmy-nominated actor Michael Kelly, best known for his roles in “House of Cards” and “Jack Ryan.”

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UI students receive degrees after spring 2020 semester More than 5,700 University of Iowa students graduated this spring under extraordinary circumstances.

The month of May usually finds the UI’s beautiful campus teeming with families and students in their caps and gowns but, the effects of COVID-19 has forced these celebrations to take place elsewhere. The university was supportive of commencement celebrations despite being unable to host them in person.

Among the graduates were the following Elmhurst residents: Nicole Alpan, B.A.; Major: Speech and Hearing Science; Megan Backman, B.S. in Engineering; Major: Computer Science and Engineering; Katherine Birchok, J.D.; Major: Law; Timo-

thy Brasko, B.B.A; Major: Business Analytics and Information Systems; Cameron Brown, B.S. in Engineering; Major: Biomedical Engineering; Sean Juneman, B.A.; Major: Enterprise Leadership; Alan Krance, B.S. in Engineering; Major: Electrical Engineering; Orges Pajo, B.B.A.; Major: Marketing; Nicholas Potaczek, B.S. in Engineering; Major: Industrial Engineering; Olivia Purcell, B.B.A.; Major: Marketing; Owen Rehling, B.A.; Major: English and Creative Writing; and, Julian van Heukelum, B.A.; Major: Psychology.

Honors, graduations • Joshua Mirretti of Elmhurst has been named to the Dean’s List for the Spring 2020 semester at the University of Delaware located in Newark,

Del. • Elmhurst resident Jonathan May graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Bradley University Caterpillar College of Engineering and Technology. He also competed for the varsity cross country and track teams during his time as a Brave.

• Grand Valley State University has announced that Elmhurst resident Naomi C. Olsen was among the graduates of the Winter 2020 semester. Olsen obtained a B.A. • Two Elmhurst residents have been named to the spring 2020 President’s List at Clemson University in Clemson, So. Carolina. They are Anna Christine Morley, whose major is undeclared, and Kelly M. Polte, who is majoring in Food Science and Human

Nutrition.

• The Carthage College Athletic Department has announced that Elmhurst resident Aaron Austin is among its award winners for the 2019-20 academic year. In Men’s Track & Field, Austin was named Most Valuable Performer – Field.

• Six Elmhurst students have been named to Carthage College’s Spring 2020 Dean’s List. They are James Chaudoin, Morgan Taylor, Troy Siranovic, Lauren Fisher, Shawn Klein and Brandon Malik.

Shawn Klein also graduated from Carthage College. The pre-recorded Virtual Commencement ceremony debuted on May 23. A traditional celebration will be held on campus at a later date.

• Several Elmhurst natives were

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named to the dean’s list at Miami University for the 2019-20 spring semester. They are: Alex Danciutiu, Jayne Jurasek, Eileen O’Donnell, Sydney Bonthron, Elizabeth Kowalski, Kate Kronstein, Michael Sullivan and Ryan Casey.

• Miami University has named two Elmhurst residents to its President’s list recognizing academic excellence for the second semester 2019-20. They are Siena Pinkerton and Carly Laurx.

• Several Elmhurst residents were named to Lewis University’s Dean’s List for the 2020 Spring Semester.

They include Holly Doherty, Angela Gagliano, Eric Grunst, Madeline Levins and Gillian O’Hara • Elmhurst resident Bridget Campbell has been named to Dean’s List at Coastal Carolina University, located in Conway, So. Carolina.

• In May, five Elmhurst natives received their academic degrees from Bradley University. They include: Erin McCreadie, B.S.; major: Communication Public Relations; Jonathan May, B.S. in Mechanical Engineering; Kathleen Ross, B.S. in Mechanical Engineering; Philip Schlitter, B.S.; major: Finance; Thomas Naples, B.S.; major: Finance.

• The following Wheaton College students who are residents of Elmhurst were named to the Dean’s List for the Spring 2020 semester: Christa De Jager, Brandon Orange, Hannah Hurst and Brenton Newell.

• Daniel Rafac of Elmhurst has been named to the Knox College Dean’s List of distinguished students for the 2020 Winter Term. Knox is located in Galesburg.

• Elmhurst resident Claire Ziolkowski was named to the spring 2020 dean’s list at the University of Findlay.

• Nearly 7,500 University of Nebraska-Lincoln students have been named to the Deans’ List for the spring semester of the 2019-20 academic year. They include the following Elmhurst residents: Brennan Sanders, junior, College of Engineering, mechanical engineering major; Maggie Therese Schlecht, senior, College of Business, international business major; Mia Venessa Spedale, sophomore, College of Journalism and Mass Communications, advertising and public relations major; and, Jade Virdi, senior, College of Education and Human Sciences, child, youth and family studies major.

• Elmhurst native Olivia Pechous was named to the Spring 2020 University of Kentucky College of Arts & Sciences Dean’s List. Pechous has been majoring in Biology.

• For the Spring 2020 term at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, the following Elmhurst residents were named to the UA Presidents List: Olivia Gifford, Kaitlyn Grady, Anna Greer, Margaret Milkowski, Benjamin St. Clair, Grace Tully and Nicholas Ward. The following Elmhurst residents were named to the UA Deans List: Kevin Lynch, Brett Moorman and Tyler Parisi.

• The following Elmhurst residents earned degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater on May 16.

Madeline Carroll graduated Summa Cum Laude with a B.A. in communication. Mike Ordonez graduated with a B.A. in communication.

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Real Estate/Business Resident named to Board of Mother McAuley High School Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School has announced the appointment of a new member to its Board of Trustees, which is Vania Montero Wit (’86), who is an Elmhurst resident.

“Vania, with her breadth of experience and legal acumen, will be a great asset to our board,” said Mary Acker Klingenberger ’75, president. “As an alumna and successful Latina, she values our mission and purpose in educating young women for lives of leadership and service.

Exciting developments continue at McAuley and we welcome Vania Montero Wit Vania’s perspective, energy and expertise.”

Vania is a well-respected attorney who earned a juris doctorate from Harvard Law School, and an undergraduate degree from Northwestern University. Since 2011 she has been employed with United Airlines, where she currently serves as vice president and deputy general counsel. She is a member of the Hispanic National Bar Association, the Leadership Board of the National Immigrant Justice Center and the Western Suburban Giving Circle of the Chicago Foundation for Women.

Vania is the recipient of several awards including the 2017 Brava Award from Latino Magazine, which celebrates Latina mentorship.

She is frequently called upon to speak at industry workshops and conferences.

Residents urged to write cards, send emails to veterans

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Cullerton seeks DuPage nominees to Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame To recognize older adults who have contributed to communities through service, education, the workforce or the arts, State Senator Tom Cullerton (D-Villa Park) urges residents to nominate a senior they know for the Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame.

“There are special individuals throughout our district who continue to serve our communities in different ways,” Cullerton said. “Take some time to nominate an older family member, friend or neighbor who goes out of their way to make

our neighborhoods a better place.”

The Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame celebrates outstanding accomplishments by seniors in community service, education, the labor force and the arts. Each year, four candidates—one from each category—are inducted.

Eligibility is based on an individual’s past and present accomplishments, and the candidate must be a current Illinois citizen or a former citizen for most of their life. Posthumous nominees are also considered.

Since its creation in 1994, 121 people have been inducted into the Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame.

“We have heroes across DuPage County who continue to serve and help make our communities a better place,” Cullerton said. “They deserve to be recognized for their selfless acts.”

The Illinois Dept. on Aging has extended the submission deadline through Monday, Aug. 31. Nominations may be submitted online or by calling the Senior HelpLine at 1-800-252-8966.

Rotary Club, UCCA provide food to D-205 neighbors in need Through a grant given by the Rotary Foundation (District 6450) to help families affected by the covid-19 pandemic, the Elmhurst Rotary Club and the United Community Concerns Association (UCCA) provided and distributed dairy, meat, produce, and other

Ferrera Candy cited for possible OSHA safety violations Could cost company $485,000 in penalties

The U.S. Department of Labor’s During the COVID-19 pandemic, be sent directly to the homes at the Occupational Safety and Health AdIllinois’ veterans are unable to meet addresses below: ministration (OSHA) has cited Chiwith friends and family members cago-based Ferrara Candy Company since visiting restrictions are in place Illinois Veterans’ Home at Anna for violations of OSHA’s machine at state veterans’ homes to curb ex792 N. Main St., Anna, IL 62906 safety standards after employees sufposure to the virus.

C/O: Anthony Barnett fered severe injuries in two separate To brighten the days of the state’s Anthony.Barnett2@illinois.gov incidents at the Bellwood facility. The veterans population the Illinois company faces $485,008 in penalties, Department of Veterans’ Affairs Illinois Veterans’ and OSHA has placed them in the launched a campaign to raise the Home at LaSalle agency’s Severe Violator Enforcespirits of military veterans and the 1015 O’Conor Ave., ment Program. staff who care for them, and Tom LaSalle, IL 61301 OSHA received an employer-reCullerton, the Chairperson of the C/O: Susan Scully ported referral in January 2020 afSenate’s Veterans Affairs Committee Susan.Scully@illinois.gov ter an employee suffered a fingertip is urging residents to participate. amputation after contact with an un“Our veterans have put their lives Illinois Veterans’ Home guarded rotary valve. While that inon the line to keep us safe, and this at Manteno spection remained open, the employis one small way for us to raise their 1 Veterans Dr., Manteno, IL 60950 er reported in March 2020 that anothspirits and show them we still appreC/O: Dave Pedersen er employee required hospitalization ciate the sacrifices they made to keep David.W.Pedersen@illinois.gov after being caught-in machinery. our great nation safe,” State Senator OSHA cited the company for inadTom Cullerton said. “I encourage Illinois Veterans’ Home at Quincy equate machine guarding and failing DuPage County residents and our 1707 N. 12th St., Quincy, IL 62301 to control hazardous energy sources, students looking for ways to help the C/O: Sara Colgrove provide lockout/tagout devices, and community to take just a little time Sara.Colgrove@illinois.gov perform periodic inspections of lockto send uplifting messages to our heout procedures and train employees roes.”

Prince Home at Manteno on these procedures. The agency also Families, friends, students, veter1 Veterans Dr., Manteno, IL 60950 cited for failing to maintain electrical an service organizations, and other C/O Wali Lewis protective gloves, conduct safety-recommunity members from across the Wali.Lewis2@illinois.gov lated employee training on electrical state are encouraged to participate hazards, provide insulated electrical in Operation Rising Spirit. Cards, More information is available on tools, install permanent electrical wiremails, signs and video messages can the IDVA website. ing and record a work-related injury.

food items to nearly 250 local families on Thursday, June 18. It was an effort to provide food assistance to Elmhurst District 205 neighbors in need due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Rotary Foundation provided the funds to pay for the food and use of the Mobile Food Pantry trucks while the UCCA arranged for securing the food, typically from the Northern Illinois Food Bank.

Elmhurst veteran Rotarians Joyce Slone, Marilyn Boria and husband Phil were on hand to help distribute the food to the families who arrived by car to pick up the groceries.

According to Joyce and Marilyn, the event was well organized with plenty of experienced volunteers on hand who loaded boxes of groceries including meat, dairy, boxed and canned goods, potatoes, onions and milk directly into the waiting cars of grateful families.

“Hunger hides in every community,” the Rotarians say. “Rotary Clubs support programs to provide healthy food and develop sustainable solutions to food insecurity.

Fighting hunger to build stronger communities - that’s what people of action do. Rotary: People of Action.”

SU DOKU

Fun by the Numbers Like puzzles?

Then you’ll love sudoku. This mindbending puzzle will have you hooked from the moment you square off, so sharpen your pencil and put your sudoku savvy to the test!

Here’s How It Works: Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!

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Fellows Court Townhome

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This classic Fellows Court Townhome offers 2 large bedrooms and 2 full bathroom. The 1st and 2nd floor has beautiful hardwood flooring and fresh paint! Enjoy a single-family residence with none of the outside maintenance

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Double Wide Lot For Sale

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Transformed Tri-Level

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Set on a beautifully landscaped 70 x 170 lot. Recently remodeled by Normandy Builders - kitchen, mudroom with butler prep area and dog bath, master bathroom, and partially

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Letter to the editor

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Reader disagrees but respects other writer’s opinion will benefit everyone.

We read those four words with differing interpretations.

The difficulty of communication is something I grapple with all the time. Black Lives Matter is a slogan I have learned to understand over many years and through eloquently written books. Recently, the Elmhurst Public Library’s “One City One Book” program suggested Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson. That book and many books on the bestseller lists these days are written by skilled professionals, who are revealing the disparities of race in our country.

These wrongs are now brought into the light. As part of the white majority, I am learning about situations that have never been part of my experience. I am not full of fear, but I now understand how fearful a black person can be when stopped by the police.

When I worked at York High School, the police liaison worked

hard to connect with the students. I celebrate members of the Elmhurst Police Department who have contributed to giving teens a path to a productive life.

I am grateful to the police officer who pulled me over last month when I rolled through a stop sign on Addison Rd. I was wrong. He was professional and gentle. I write all this because I need to better understand all the dimensions of the slogan “Defund the Police.” I am watching interviews on TV with police chiefs who are themselves grappling with the pain and violence in our society.

It is a complex issue.

The COVID-19 virus affects us all.

I see signs around town that state: We are all in this together.

I feel strongly that we are also all in this ongoing struggle to attain our Declaration’s goal: All are created equal. We all need to be part of the

See OPINION, Page 16

A BIG “THANK YOU”

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Mr. Koester’s letter in the Elmhurst Independent, (July 9, 2020 Viewpoint page) is a testament to our freedom of speech. The Independent publishes the voices in our community. In our democracy it is important that we can voice our concerns.

[Mr. Koester’s] views differ from the coverage of the protest. I am thankful that this newspaper has been a place where citizens can write their concerns for public view.

I write this letter in a conversation about these concerns. As an educator I have always been amazed at the difficulty of communication.

Is “No Justice, No Peace” a threat of violence? When I attended the peaceful Elmhurst protest, my interpretation of that sign was that people who are denied justice can have no peace. Looking at that slogan made me want to support equal justice for all. Rather than viewing this slogan as a threat, my interpretation was a rallying cry for positive action that

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Obituaries

After graduation, Bob married his college sweetheart Judith Bloedel in August 1958. Bob then spent two years active duty with the U. S. Army advancing to the rank of 2nd Lieutenant. He remained active in the U. S. Army Reserves and ultimately left the service having achieved the rank of Captain.

After active duty, Bob continued to advance his education by pursuing a graduate degree from his beloved Purdue University.

From there, Bob and Judy spent two years in Oklahoma City before settling in Elmhurst, where he began his career with the Quaker Oats Company. Bob remained at Quaker Oats for the full tenure of his professional career until retirement in 1997.

Outside of work, Bob found great enjoyment in spending time with his family, in the community as a Scouting leader, “on the lake” in Indiana and Wisconsin with his

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Zodiac and sailboats, or enjoying a road trip. He was a man who wasn’t afraid to follow-through on the mental musings of “I wonder where that road goes?”

Bob will be remembered for the love he shared with his family and friends, his dedication, quiet strength, willingness to help those in need, knowing smile, integrity and love of a good “project.” Bob & Judy were blessed with two sons – Mark Erwin Dillingham in 1964 & Scott Curtis Dillingham in 1969.

Bob is survived by his wife, Judy; his sons, Mark of Palos Heights and Scott (Jill) of Winnetka; and their two daughters, Halsey and Lane.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Bob’s memory may be made to Bethshan Association, 12927 Monitor Ave, Palos Heights, IL 60463 or visit bethshan.org/give/. A memorial service day and time to be determined. For information, 377546

Robert Erwin Dillingham, 84 “A righteous man who walks in his integrity—How blessed are his sons after him.”

Proverbs 20:7… is a beautiful reflection of the life of Robert Erwin Dillingham, who passed away on June 25, 2020 at the age of 84.

Bob, or “Dill” as he was known to those who were close to him, was born in Des Moines, Ia., to Roy L. and Martha Erwin Dillingham in August of 1935. He spent his childhood years in the Midwest, completing high school in Cedar Rapids. Bob went on to complete his undergraduate degree in agricultural economics at Iowa State University, where he was a member of Phi Kappa Psi and was on the wrestling team.

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Mary Quebbemann, David (Denise) Quebbemann, and Carolyn Carrillo; Shirley L. Henricksen, 97 cherished Shirley L. grandmother Henricksen, of Christine, of Elmhurst, Andrew, Gregory, formerly of Sun Michael, City West, Ariz., Amanda, and Joseph; devoted passed away sister of Anthony Wolnik. fond peacefully June daughter of the late Anton and 29, 2020 at the Theresa (Nee Zajkowski) Wolnik. age of 97.

Frances had a servant’s heart, Shirley was which was evidenced throughout the founder of Henricksen Office her life. She particularly enjoyed Furniture Company in 1962 and singing, dancing, especially was considered a woman pioneer polkas, and children. She was in the man dominated office a member of the choir at St. furniture industry. She was well Stanislaus Church, a dance instructor at the Aragon Ballroom, respected and was also an officer and her love of children led in the Soroptimist Organization to the creation of the youth in Des Plaines. Shirley was a “no focused nonprofit Readers Ignite. nonsense woman” with a tender Frances volunteered many years heart, especially when it came to at Elmhurst Memorial Hospital her family. She enjoyed her last seven years at Park Place Christian and as Eucharistic Minister at Community, a place where she met Visitation Catholic Church.

She will be dearly missed, and new friends and enjoyed all the yet we are comforted knowing that amenities they offered. she is now really living, enjoying Beloved wife of the late the unfathomable love of God, Lawrence M. Henricksen and seeing family and friends who (deceased 2016) for more than already dwell in Heaven.

74 years; loving mother of Funeral Mass was held on July Raymond L. (Donna) Henricksen 18, 2020 at Visitation Church, and Lois J. (Stephen) McPartlin; 779 So. York, Elmhurst. Interment cherished grandmother of S. Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In Scott (Andrea), Christopher lieu of flowers, donations may L. (Anne), Ryan J. (Danielle), be made to: Readers Ignite, PO Sarah (Bobby) Majka, Erik M. Box 903, Elmhurst IL 60126 or (Christine) Henricksen and Tait Mercy Home for Boys and Girls, (Kristi) Henricksen; loving great1140 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago IL grandmother of Kendall, Hadley, 60607. Arrangements provided and Ava McPartlin, Dean, Rowan

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Helen R. (Robert) Newberg.

Private funeral services Richard A. Koester, 74 were held. Interment Arlington Richard A. Koester, of Lombard, Cemetery in Elmhurst. formerly of Elmhurst, passed Optional donations to away July 9, 2020 at the age of Providence Hospice, 18601 N. 74. He was a member of Medinah Creek Drive, Tinley Park, IL Shriners, Lombard Masonic Lodge 60477 or a charity of personal 1098 and the Midwest Street Rod choice.

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Loomis; loving brother and uncle to many. All services will be private.

Frances M. Quebbemann, 89 Frances M. Quebbemann passed In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Richard’s away peacefully at her home on name are requested to Shriners July 5, 2020 at the age of 89.

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solution. Black Lives Matter just as much as White Lives Matter just as much as Asian and LatinX lives matter.

I need to find opportunities to continue the conversation about inequality. I need to find avenues

to directly talk with blacks to better understand. I need to hear more of the voices of people who are peacefully protesting the injustices in their lives. I need to keep learning.

Betty Laliberte

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Sports July 16, 2020 • 18

IHSA places new restrictions on return to play plans Post 187 American Legion baseball plays in southsuburban tournament

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Illinois High School Association late last week pumped the brakes on its Return to Play guidelines, sending out a brief update indicating new rules soon will be forthcoming that will impact area high schools in the near term.

Last Thursday, the IHSA sent a brief update to media members that

stated due to an increase in positive cases of COVID-19 among high school teams around the state, the IHSA and the Illinois Department of Public Health are jointly collaborating to modify the IHSA’s Phase 4 Return to Play guidelines.

The IHSA noted the modifications place greater restriction on coaches and student-athletes in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Important changes, the IHSA explained, include limiting physical contact and increased usage of masks. The former restricts schools from conducting contests against other schools in most sports, including 7-on-7 in football.

The IHSA said it is working with IDPH to update the guidelines and will send to its membership, the me-

dia and post on its website as soon as Jimmy O’Donnell (Leyden), JB they are approved.

Perez (Leyden) and Ethan Pieniazak (Willowbrook) pitched in the openElmhurst American er.

Legion Baseball Elmhurst then lost 10-1 to HomeElmhurst American Legion Post stead Ranchers Texas-Apostle.

187’s baseball team headed south to Homestead pounded out 13 hits in Olivet Nazarene University in Bour- the game. bonnais to play in a tournament.

Jason O’Donnell (Leyden) and The Muddogs lost a 15-1 decision Nick DeSimone (Fenton) each had to Homestead Ranchers Texas-Por- a hit. O’Donnell’s hit was a double, ter. The Homestead Ranchers are while DeSimone had the team’s based out of Glenview, Illinois. only RBI. Pieniazak, Ricky SauceElmhurst had three hits, while do (Fenton), DeSimone and Perez Homestead had six, but took advan- pitched. Saucedo fanned three in tage of 12 walks and two errors.

3 2/3 innings, while Pieniazak had Brennan Fisher (IC Catholic two strikeouts.

Prep) Conor Baxter and Jake GalaElmhurst was scheduled to play nis (Leyden) each had a hit. Galanis earlier this week on the road against had Elmhurst’s only RBI. familiar foe Wheaton Post 76.

It’s perfect,” he said. “My wife and I bought a place in the city, but we want to have a family and the next step would be to raise a family in the suburbs.”

Stopka has plenty of familiarity with York. “I know there are a lot of kids in the school, like 3,000,” he said. “I coached with Lukas at LT. He was the sophomore girls coach at LT.

Mid-American Junior Golf Tour A trio of golfers with York High School ties competed in the recent Mid-American Junior Golf Tour event at Countryside Golf Club-Prairie in Mundelein.

Zach Sutter tied for 23rd place in the event with a plus-11 score. He shot 75 the first day and came back with an 80 in the final round.

Connor Polomsky tied for 29th at Countryside with a plus-13. Polomsky was consistent with a 78 the first day and a 79 in the finale.

Joe Bonelli tied for 38th place with a plus-17.

He went 77 during the opening round and finished with an 84.

Jordan Stopka named new York boys soccer coach Brings strong high school and club experience to Dukes program

I have a lot of respect for him and I in the Summer Classic in the Quad have talked to him a lot. I follow a Cities. Lukas is a good coach. He lot of teams around the Chicagoland was a good guy at the helm at York. area. York beat St. Pat’s for a sumSee STOPKA, Page 19 mer title and I know they did well

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

Jordan Stopka is no stranger to the youth soccer coaching scene.

York High School’s new boys soccer coach most recently coached in the boys program at St. Patrick High School in Chicago, last season as the varsity assistant and the four previous years as the freshman coach. He also was the junior-varsity girls head coach at Lyons Township the last three seasons. Additionally, Stopka has been coaching club soccer for the LG Celtics group out of La Grange for the past decade.

Stopka played at Lyons Township as a holding mid and was captain his senior year. He played club at IFX in Naperville, but did not play in college. “I was a good player, but I wanted to go to the University of Illinois for school so bad that I ended up doing that.”

Stopka replaces Lukas Majewski, who took the boys head coaching position at Plainfield North.

“For me at St. Pat’s, Kyle McClure has a foothold on the varsity job and I knew I wouldn’t be able to move up until he stepped down,” Stopka explained. “So I put my name out there and pursued head coaching jobs. Our Celtics coaching director helped me.

With York, I told them I couldn’t come unless there was a teaching job with it, and a job opened up in May. York was the only job I applied for, otherwise I would be at Pat’s this year.”

Stopka said the York scenario couldn’t have worked out any better.

“You have to be kidding me, right?

Explosion U11 brings it home

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Pictured is the Elmhurst Explosion U11 team that beat the Dunham Bulls Red by a score of 16-10 in the Uncle Sam Slam held over the 4th of July weekend. The team includes (back row, from left): Dean McPartlin, AJ Torres, Luke Goggin, Madden Taylor, Michael Orvino, Christopher Pretzie, Ryan Mulay; (front row): Micah Jones, Max Koehn, Tommy Hosler.

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IC Catholic Prep graduate Leslie headed to Le Moyne

By Mike Miazga

CORRESPONDENT

Recent IC Catholic Prep graduate Bella Leslie wanted to head east for college.

Her landing spot ended up being at NCAA Division II Le Moyne College where the former Knights volleyball and soccer standout will continue her volleyball career at the Syracuse, New York school as a libero.

“All of the schools I was looking at were on the East Coast,” Leslie told the Independent last week. “I visited Le Moyne and really liked it. It reminded me of high school because it was a small school, and in a smaller school you will know a lot more faces than if I would have gone to a bigger school. The campus there is really pretty. It sits on a big hill and the scenery around it is great. Everything is pretty close together. They have very nice facilities. The volleyball program has good workout facilities and a nice locker room. I liked how modern it was.”

Leslie plans on studying nursing at Le Moyne. “They have a good nursing program,” she said. “As far as what kind of a nurse I want to be, I’m not quite sure yet.”

Leslie played volleyball and girls soccer at IC Catholic Prep all four years. She was a center-midfielder on the Knights soccer team.

Leslie’s volleyball journey started in the fifth grade, the first year she could play the sport at IC Grade School. She’s been playing club volleyball since seventh grade, most recently with the Chicago Elite group that practices out of Scores in Willow Springs and Montini High School in Lombard.

“I’m really excited to be able to play volleyball in college,” she said. “It gives me something to do.

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I feel like I would be so bored without it because it has been such a big part of my life.”

Leslie said she has plenty of memories from IC Catholic Prep’s coach Nancy Kerrigan’s program.

“I loved playing there,” she said.

“I probably enjoyed school volleyball more than club because I love my team and the coaching staff was very supportive on and off the court. It made it a really good environment to be in. Coach (Kerrigan) was great. I have known her for a while. When I was little, I did all the little kids camps, and her daughter was in my brother’s grade at IC.” Leslie said she will miss plenty about IC Catholic Prep. “I will miss how close knit of a community it was,” she said. “I knew everybody at the school. It will be weird going on campus and not knowing all the faces. I’ll miss those close connections with the coaches and teachers. It will be weird for the first year or so.”

Leslie said pandemic life hasn’t been overly exciting, though her club volleyball team has started practicing again. “We have been practicing two or three times a week,” she said. “We are going to be starting tournaments again. Before that I haven’t been doing anything because senior soccer season and the club volleyball season were cancelled. We were supposed to go to a few club volleyball qualifiers in Grand Rapids and Louisville.

This summer, we have some tournaments planned over the next few weekends. They are little tournaments with all of the local clubs.

Nothing large and really local.

Other than that, I have been trying to work out a lot and stay in shape.

I’ve been running a lot, so I got into that. I try and run every day.”

Leslie said she is scheduled to report to Le Moyne in the Aug. 1215 timeframe, but noted preseason volleyball activities already have

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I’m really excited to be able to play volleyball in college. It gives me something to do. I feel like I would be so bored without it because it has been such a big part of my life.”

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been cancelled due to the pandemic. “I will probably leave Aug. 10-11 because it’s a far drive,” she said. “We had Zoom call with the team recently and they said they should have an answer about our season in the next 7-10 days.

They talked about three scenarios and what could happen like if we start the season and someone gets sick and we have to stop and go.

That’s one of the reasons why they are looking at moving the season to the spring. Right now the plan is to have a season, but we won’t know until the next 7-10 days.”

But if all systems are a go, Leslie can’t wait to take her skills as a libero to the next level with the Dolphins. “I feel like being a libero you have to be really quick and that is typically what I am good at.

I have really good reaction time,” she said. “I like diving on the floor and saving balls. It’s a really good feeling when you make a save. The position fits my personality, too.

You have to be the loudest one on the court. I have a loud personality.

You have to be pretty loud if you want to be a libero. I think I match that description.”

huge rah-rah person. I’m a little bit more of an individual players’ coach.

I will pull kids to the side at practice and games and teach them.”

Stopka noted York has been doing conditioning drills and said the plan as of earlier last week was to start summer camp pending District 205 approval. “I have probably been able to meet 60 to 70 percent of the players so far,” he said. “If it does get approved that would be the start of our contact days with four days a week for three weeks straight. And even though the IHSA waived the blackout dates before the school year, we won’t take advantage of that. I’m pretty sure families have plans to do things before school starts. I’m the new guy and I’m not going to say you can’t go with your family. Go do it and enjoy it. This is a crazy and goofy time. You have to be accessi-

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They lost to West Chicago on I think an own goal in the last five minutes. That was against the state champs in the sectional finals. That’s a hell of a season if you ask me.”

Stopka will teach Spanish at York.

He taught Spanish and one math class at St. Pat’s. “My philosophy is I am more of a players’ coach,” he said.

“I have been a big Liverpool soccer supporter ever since 2015 when Jurgen Klopp came over and he’s known as a players’ coach. He’s kind of my coaching idol. I want to related to the players and form bonds with them.

I am more light-hearted and smiling. I like to have fun and joke with the kids. The goal is understanding where each player can be successful and the provide the best way possible to convey the knowledge they need at the position they play. I am not big at yelling at the group, and I’m not a

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ble and transparent and communicate with everybody.”

As far as the future, Stopka wants York competing at a high level on a consistent basis. “The short-term goal is to restock and build up the team,” he said. “A large portion of last year’s team was seniors, especially the starting 11. We have to make sure the now juniors are up to the speed of the varsity level and are ready to contribute. We want to keep that pipeline going with the younger groups of players. We want to make sure we are not only competitive, but that we are competing for regionals, sectionals and supersectionals.

It starts for me with this junior class that is coming in. We want them ready to go and setting the standard for these other classes that come in so they can also contribute right off the bat.”

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U12 baseball in full swing

Shane Trainer prepares to swing.

Ben Whitney, playing catcher, reaches to grab a pitch.

(Above): Riggs Kohl swings at an incoming pitch; he had three hits and drove in five runs.

(Left): Simon Kodosky (right) plays first base for Elmhurst.

(Left): Jack Wahr stands in the batterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s box; he provided four hits and drove in three runs.

(Right): Jack Hansmann winds up for a pitch; he pitched the sixth and seven innings and was the winning pitcher.

(Far right): Andrew Papadopolous delivers a pitch.

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Madden Taylor hit two home runs in the first game against Dunham Bulls Red.

Micah Jones pitched a total of eight innings in the tournament.

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Madigan calls for removal of Stephen Douglas images from Statehouse

Illinois politician of 1850s owned slaves in Mississippi

By Peter Hancock

CAPITOL NEWS ILLINOIS

Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan on Thursday, July 9 called for removing statues and portraits of the 19th century U.S. Senator Stephen A Douglas from the Statehouse along with other known slaveholders.

“While reading Sidney Blumenthal’s book ‘All the Powers of Earth’ concerning the pre-Civil War period a few months ago, I learned of Stephen Douglas’ disturbing past as a Mississippi slave owner and his abhorrent words toward people of color,” the Chicago Democrat said in a statement. “I advised my staff to research and confirm the history to support removing the Douglas portrait from the House chamber.”

Douglas was a prominent Democratic politician in Illinois during the 1840s and 1850s. He served briefly as secretary of state and, later, as associate justice of the Illinois Supreme Court before he was elected to the U.S. House in 1842.

The General Assembly elected him to the United States Senate in 1847 and he served there until 1861, just as the Civil War was beginning.

While in the Senate, Douglas helped write the Kansas-Nebraska Act of 1854, which allowed the territories of Kansas and Nebraska to decide by popular vote whether to enter the union as free or slave states.

That effectively overturned the

Missouri Compromise, which banned the extension of slavery into new territories, and it led to violent tensions along the Kansas-Missouri border, setting the stage for the Civil War. In 1858, Douglas was up for re-election, but Abraham Lincoln of the newly-formed Republican Party challenged him in the election by the General Assembly. The issue of whether or not to expand slavery to the new territories of the U.S. was the subject of a series of high-profile debates, known as the Lincoln-Douglas Debates, with Douglas arguing that it should be a matter of popular sovereignty and Lincoln arguing against the expansion of slavery.

Douglas’ tolerance for slavery has long been known, but the fact that he actually owned slaves in another state was not widely known before the publication of Blumenthal’s book last year.

Madigan said he plans to offer a resolution to replace Douglas’ portrait in the House chamber and replace it with one of former President Barack Obama, calling that “a more fitting representation of the modern-day Democratic Party.” In the meantime, he said he is looking into ways to cover the portrait immediately.

He also called on the Office of the Architect of the Capitol, which supervises all repairs and alterations to buildings in the Capitol

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Complex, to move swiftly to remove statues of Douglas and Pierre Menard, a slave owner and the state’s first lieutenant governor, while relocating a statue of Martin Luther King Jr. to a more prominent location.

He said that office should also conduct a review of all statues, portraits and symbols on the Capitol grounds in order to identify and remove any “inappropriate” fixtures.

Madigan’s call for removing images of Douglas from the Statehouse comes amid nationwide protests over racial inequality and calls for the removal of statues and monuments that honor slaveholders and the Confederacy.

“Memorializing people and a time that allowed slavery and fostered bigotry and oppression has no place in the Illinois House, where the work of all Illinoisans is conducted,” Madigan said. “We can only move forward in creating a more just world when these symbols of hate are removed from our everyday lives.”

This statue of Stephen Douglas can be found at the Illinois Statehouse, where it sits directly behind one of his top political rivals, Abraham Lincoln. Because Douglas once owned slaves in 1850s in Mississippi, House Speaker Michael Madigan called for its removal from the Capitol grounds.

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Margaret V. “Cheech” Schumacker Margaret V. “Cheech” Schumacker was born October 29, 1938 in Ogema, Wis., to Gust and Margaret Kalander.

After a long struggle with Alzheimer’s Disease, she passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2020 in Bloomingdale, Ill. Margaret is survived by her sons Curt (Michelle) Schumacker and Dean (Melissa) Schumacker; grandchildren Kristopfer, Keven, Jason, Joseph, Heidi, Charlotte, Michael, Mitchel, Jennifer, Kimberly, and Lisa; great grandchildren Sawyer, Alexandra, Nolan, Jack, and Madelyn; siblings Betty (the late Warren), Dorthy (the late Tony), JoAnn (the late Dick), Helen (the late Jerry), Jack (Diane), Bud (Edith), and Sharon (Bruce). She is preceded in death by her husband Richard L. Schumacker, her parents, and her brothers the late Gust “Sonny” (Shirley) and Clarence (Nancy).

Memorial visitation Saturday, July 18, 2020 from 4:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Pedersen Ryberg Funeral Home, 435 N. York Street, with Memorial Service at 6 p.m. Interment private.

Answers Ralph John OConnell Ralph John OConnell, unforgettable storyteller and generous heart, joined his beloved wife Dolores (nee Rosenwinkel) in heaven early Sunday, July 12. His twinkling eye and zest for life will be missed by all lucky enough to call him friend and family.

He began his career with the Elmhurst Police Department in 1962, moving from street patrol to investigations, and ultimately retiring as Deputy Chief in 1998. He embodied the motto, “To serve and protect,” leading the Elmhurst Police Explorer Program for many years as well as serving on the Police Pension Board.

His sense of duty was matched by his sense of humor. Ralph’s leprechaun costume, old-school police or ghost stories and a love for practical jokes remain legendary. He loved playing a mediocre round of golf, the warmth of a smooth scotch, time spent on or around the lake, and being surrounded by friends and family.

Ralph stood apart both for his stature and heart. If he was around, you knew it. He would give you the shirt

off his back, even with its every-present food or blood stain. He lived life on his own terms until the end, never allowing his medical battles to define him.

Ralph is survived by his loving wife Margaret “Peggy” (nee Yeager/Ruth); son Kevin (Katie); daughter Maggie; granddaughters Ella and Mary; siblings William, Raymond, and Kavita.

He is also survived by his expanded family with Peggy: step-children Rita (Dan) White, Kathy (Ken) Rutkowski, John (Karen) Ruth, and Sue (Jim) Hoerster; and grandchildren Megan, Abby, Caroline, Zack, Jake, Kate, Molly, Anna, and Cece. He was an uncle to many and a friend to all. He is preceded in death by his parents Ralph and Mary, and his sister Mary Pat. Ralph loved his role as husband, father and grandfather. All will miss his ceaseless requests to pull his finger. Due to safety concerns, services will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Elmhurst-Yorkfield Food Pantry, 1083 S. York Rd., Elmhurst, IL 60126.

League urges citizens to request vote-by-mail ballot To help voters prepare for the upcoming General Election, the League of Women Voters of Elmhurst encouraging all registered voters to request a vote by mail ballot for the election on Tuesday, Nov. 3.

I fully agree with the words of our state League president, Allyson Haut who said, “We want all registered voters to take advantage of this easy, smart, and safe way to cast a ballot. Vote by Mail is in use in many states, it is secure and voter fraud is extremely rare. We hope to empower all to vote safely.”

Go to League of Women Voters of Illinois online tool, illinoisvotersguide.org to find your appropriate local election authority where you can request a vote by mail ballot electronically, in most cases, or you can download an application and return it to the election authority by USPS mail. Or you can go directly to dupageco.org/election/.

If you need to register to vote or change your address, the illinoisvotersguide.org site can direct you to the online voter registration site. After registering, you can request a vote by

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Once requested, ballots will be sent out starting Thursday, Sept. 24, so expect you can expect yours in the mail at the end of Sept. or beginning of Oct. A voter should not have to choose between one’s health and casting a ballot. Your vote is your voice. Let your voice be heard.

Jan Dorner Dorothy McGuire Co-Presidents League of Women Voters of Elmhurst

As more is learned about COVID-19, experts say gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms such as diarrhea or nausea can be early warning signs of the virus.

A recent multi-hospital study in the United States showed that twothirds of patients with COVID-19 experienced some type of stomach or GI symptom.

Some early reports from China also indicated that nearly half of COVID-19 patients also had some GI symptoms.

Individuals with gastrointestinal or stomach cancer may not only experience more severe GI symptoms with COVID-19, they may also have difficult ascertaining if their symptoms are due to the cancer or COVID-19. Many people with cancer also experience diarrhea, nausea or vomiting during their cancer treatment.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),

symptoms of coronavirus may develop within 2 to 14 days of exposure. Symptoms of COVID-19 may include: • Fever or chills • Cough • Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing • Fatigue • Muscle or body aches • Loss of taste or smell • Sore throat • Congestion • Nausea, vomiting or diarrhea It’s worth noting that GI symptoms such as nausea, vomiting or diarrhea are so common among people with cancer that many also see a gastroenterologist to help deal with their symptoms.

Additional symptoms of GI cancer include: • Feeling full or bloated after eating a small amount of food • Bloody stools • Stomach pain

• Changes in bowel movements • Unexplained weight loss • Problems swallowing While it may be difficult to tell if GI symptoms are due to cancer or a COVID-19 infection, people should contact their doctor immediately if they are experiencing any symptoms. If they believe they have been exposed to someone with COVID-19, they should be sure to alert their physician so they can properly prepare for the office visit.

Because cancer patients are at higher risk for COVID-19, experts urge them to take extra caution. The CDC recommends frequent hand washing, covering your cough or sneeze, wearing a face mask, routine wiping down of frequently-touched hard surfaces in your home, practicing social distancing and avoiding large crowds to help prevent the spread of the virus.

For updates on COVID-19, check EEHealth.org/coronavirus.

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The Lecompton Constitution written in 1857 was sent to Congress for adoption to admit Kansas into the Union as a slave state. During the debates over this constitution, a physical fight occurred in the US House of Representatives that resulted in the split of the national Democratic Party (Leslie’s Illustrated, Feb. 20, 1858). This split lead to four candidates for President in 1860: Jon Breckinridge, Southern Democrat; Stephen Douglas, Democrat; John Bell, Constitution Union and Abraham Lincoln, Republican, won with 39% of the popular vote.

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