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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2017

City asks residents to voice concerns on increased airplane noise

Visit elmhurst.org/ voiceconcern to complete survey

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Friends gather at Heritage Foundation’s Craft Beer Fest

These five friends are having a great time at the Craft Beer Fest held on Saturday, Sept. 16 on the grounds of the Elmhurst History Museum. Pictured are (from left): Ethan Schreiber, Adam Varnas, Chad Brostien, Paul Mondi and Matt Helm, all from Elmhurst. Besides tasting various beers, the event featured live music, booths and taste treats like Italian ice. More photos inside this issue.

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The City of Elmhurst is asking all residents to help the community by voicing concern of increased airplane noise in Elmhurst. The request for community support has become essential due to the recent 100% increase in nighttime airplane noise affecting specific areas in Elmhurst.

Residents are asked to help now by visiting elmhurst.org/voiceconcern to fill out a short survey.

This aircraft noise increase is a result of the Chicago Department of Aviation’s Runway Rotation Plan (RRP) test, which has been implemented to analyze the shared impact of aircraft noise in neighborhoods surrounding O’Hare Airport. The RRP Tests encourage pilots and traffic controllers to use designated nighttime runways. The tests are analyzed by community feedback, including a heavily-weighted survey designed for the RRP. The Fly Quiet Program is currently administering RRP Test #3. This test directly impacts specific areas in Elmhurst, with a 100% increase in nighttime airplane noise compared to Test #1 and Test #2. Every other week during the evening hours of 11 p.m. – 5 a.m. aircraft noise from low flying planes are causing distress to

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Special day for special needs

Volunteers from the York Key Club washed cars and sold home-made baked goods in the Inland Bank and Elmhurst Camera parking lot on Saturday, Sept.

16 to raise funds for Special Kids Day.

Citywide water meter change out project begins this fall Starting this fall, the City of Elmhurst will begin a citywide water meter change out project requiring all residential and commercial water meters to be replaced. This project is needed because the majority of the city’s 14,000+ meters are more than 25 years old and have exceeded their life expectancy. Because of this, the city has experienced many years of 18-20% of unaccounted-for water.

The city has signed a contract with Siemens to replace all existing water meters with highly accurate water meters. These new water meters will also aid in detecting leaks. The new water meters have the ability to provide on-demand reads as well as leak and tampering alerts. A web based customer portal will also be available for residents to electronically monitor for leaks, and manage their water consumption online.

Earlier this summer, a number of

resident’s water meters were changed out as a beta test. The response was very positive on how professional the installers were and how little time it took for the water meters to be replaced.

Elmhurst water customers will receive an introductory letter with project information. Project updates will regularly be posted on the city’s website and social media pages. Residents are also encouraged to attend informational open house events that will be scheduled at City Hall.

The water meter change out project is expected to occur through spring of 2018, and is mandatory for all residents and businesses. Meters will be installed systematically throughout the city, and when Siemens is approaching a neighborhood, residents in the area will be sent a series of postcards requesting them to schedule an appointment. Residents are asked

to be responsive and schedule an appointment once this notification is received.

The new water meter will be installed at no additional cost. Residents will be expected to have an adult over the age of 18 years home at the time of appointment, which should take no more than 30 minutes to complete.

Residents should attempt to locate their water meter in advance and ensure the meter is accessible for Siemens at the time of the appointment.

On the date of the water meter change out, the resident should take precautions and look for the logo on the installer’s uniform & vehicle and make sure the installer’s ID is visible before allowing the installer to enter the home. All of Siemens installers will be identified with an ID badge and will be driving vehicles marked with the project logo. They will also be wearing project shirts with the

project logo. Once the installer enters the home, residents will be asked to guide the installer to the location of the water meter.

Once the water meter is replaced, residents will receive a bill on their normal schedule that will look the same as previous bills, but will include any remaining water use on the old meter, along with any cumulative use on the new meter. All subsequent bills will only include use from the new meter. A noticeable difference in the new bill will include usage registered in gallons verses cubic meters.

Any billing questions should be directed to the city’s utility billing department by calling 630-530-3111.

Please visit Elmhurst.org/watermeterchangeout for more information and to find out which area Siemens is currently working in. For more information, contact Siemens at 866-2603176.

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Moyer gives State of the Schools address Topics included innovative programs, applied learning, all-day kindergarten

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District 205 has “an unrelenting focus on improving student achievement.”

This was the premise that began the comments of District 205 Superintendent Dr. David Moyer as he delivered a State of the Schools report to a group of about 60 residents gathered in York Commons on the evening of Monday, Sept. 18.

Moyer began by listing a number of awards and achievements the School District had earned over the past few years followed by a list of student accomplishments by groups and individuals. For instance, a record 13 National Merit Semifinalists became finalists last spring, with four earning National Merit Scholar status. He also mentioned that 33 members of the York Class of 2017 were named National AP Scholars, earning an average score of 4.56 out of a possible 5.

First, the bad news…

“The District must build sustainability into its long-range financial planning,” he said, touching on the financial aspect of the School District. “There is so much uncertainty at the state and federal level, and while District 205 relies primarily on local sources of revenue, an unfortunate reality is that next week, the administration will present to the Board a budget that reflects a $3 million operating deficit.

“It is not sustainable to continue to go into the fund balance and this could mean difficult decisions are on the horizon.”

Moyer brought up realities like the fact that Lincoln School is 100 years old and has many issues that adversely impact learning. In addition, Field School is 85 years old and needs upgrades that would cost $5- to $8-mil-

part in “Space Camp,” where they learned about outer space, the planets, the solar system, the sun, the moon, etc. Students worked on puzzles with big “spaceman” gloves on.

They also built an international space station out of Legos® completely on their own with no instructions.

Other impressive programs were discussed and can be viewed on the community cable channel broadcast sometime in October.

“In Elmhurst, we believe that culture trumps strategy,” Moyer said in conclusion. “It is paramount that the culture of District 205 is a culture of innovation. In this type of culture, risk-taking is rewarded and failure is redefined as a way to learn and DEE LONGFELLOW PHOTO Elmhurst Independent grow. Our administrators know that Dr. David Moyer, Superintendent of Schools for District 205, offered a we must model this ethos every day.”

State of the Schools address to a group of about 60 people gathered at the Commons of York High School on Monday, Sept. 18. Other District 205 leaders talked about innovative learning experiences they have provided in the classroom. Seated behind Dr. Moyer is School Board member Kara Caforio, who led the Focus 205 endeavor.

lion just to bring it up to standard.

There are other issues across the District including technology infrastructure, a need for improved safety and security, air conditioning, and more.

“The good news is that there are options available to address these issues that will not result in an increase in taxes for the owner of a median-priced home in Elmhurst, based on current home values and interest rate projections,” Moyer said. “However, it is ultimately up to the community to decide what, if anything, it is willing to support in regard to addressing these and other district facility needs.”

Accelerating the learning process Moyer then talked about four core beliefs that support District 205’s mission of accelerated learning.

They are 1) all students must learn

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Examples from Fischer School Principals and teachers from various District 205 schools were invited to the podium to discuss some of the innovative learning tools they had been using. For example, Fischer Principal Jane Bailey and three others talked about experiences at summer school. Students in Grades 1-2 at Fischer studied architecture and built structures using toothpicks and marshmallows. In the process, they learned that placing the toothpicks in triangles rather than straight up and down made the building stronger so they could build them taller. A “real” architect came in to talk to the students and view their creations.

First and second graders also took

NORMA E. LINNEWEH, 96 Norma E. Linneweh nee Rice, of Elmhurst, passed away recently at the age of 96.. Beloved wife of the late Louis H. Linneweh Sr.; mother of Louis H. (Holly) Linneweh Jr., William George (Andrea Stephania) Linneweh Sr. and Richard Allan (Michelle “Mickey”) Linneweh; grandmother of Dr. Michelle L. (Robert) Szwedo, Nanette C. (Brett) Collins, William George (Kristine) Linneweh Jr. and David Andrew (Amanda) Linneweh; great grandmother of seven; sister of the late Dorothy Sandner and Evelyn O’Leary; special friend of Penny Linneweh Scott. Norma was an avid knitter and quilter and enjoyed many other crafts but Christmas cookies were her forte. She was also the oldest living Founding Member of the First United Methodist Church of Elmhurst. Visitation at Ahlgrim Funeral Home, 567 S. Spring Rd., Elmhurst from 3 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, September 20, 2017 and at First United Methodist Church, 232 S. York St., Elmhurst from 10:00 a.m. until time of Funeral Service at 11 a.m. Thursday, September 21. Interment Arlington Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Memorials will be appreciated for the Church.

Information provided by Ahlgrim Funeral Home. For more information, call 630-834-3515 or visit ahlgrim.com.

ICCP celebrates Homecoming Week

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and grow; 2) we accept shared responsibility for student growth; 3) we make decisions based on what is best for students; and, 4) we are a future-focused community of learners.

“Excellent teaching and leadership at all levels of the organization, combined with a supportive and engaged community and professional expertise and data are necessary for the principals to be fully realized,” he said. “It is our belief that student engagement drives everything… learning becomes more about what students can do with what they know, as opposed to only being about what they know.”

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It’s Homecoming Week at ICCP and the school has announced the Homecoming Court, pictured here. They are (front row, from left): Grace Radoha, Sophie Zanoni, Josie Lytton, Ava Brucci; middle row: Alexxa DeCarlo, Claire Gibler, Julia Owens; (back row): Suzy Maloney, Jessica Parenti, Natalie Murillo, Kayla Cervantes, Olivia Hurt, and Kate Pierce.

This week is Homecoming Week at IC Catholic Prep (ICCP) and the Homecoming Court has been announced. Seniors include Ava Brucci, Alexxa DeCarlo, Claire Gibler, Josie Lytton, Julia Owens, Grace Radoha, and Sophie Zanoni. Junior Court members are Kayla Cervantes, Olivia Hurt, Suzy Maloney, Natalie Murillo, Jessica Parenti, and Kate Pierce.

This year’s theme is “Holidays.”

The Queen will be crowned at the Pep Rally/Bonfire on Thursday, Sept. 21,

followed by the Varsity football game on Friday at 7:15 p.m. The Homecoming Dance will be held on Saturday, Sept. 23.

The 7th Annual Post Game All School Reunion will begin immediately following the Varsity Football game under the tent at the Plunkett Athletic Complex. Alumni are invited to attend the Reunion Mass on Sunday, Sept. 24 at 11:30 a.m. in the IC Parish Chapel. For info, visit ICCatholicPrep.org.

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Edward-Elmhurst opens health center in north Elmhurst Edward-Elmhurst Health has opened a new health center at 755 N. York St., located on the north side of Elmhurst. The $3.1 million center is a joint venture with MedProperties Group, a medical real estate developer.

It features physicians who specialize in family medicine, internal medicine, obstetrics/gynecology and gastroenterology. The 13,000-square-foot, single-story building includes 10 exam rooms, one procedure room, an endoscopy suite and four pre-procedure/ post-recovery rooms.

The center is the new home for

Elmhurst Memorial Medical Group (EMMG) physicians who were previously located at 429 N. York., including Juan Perez, DO, family medicine; Dorothy Prusek, MD, internal medicine; Jacqueline Ross, MD, family medicine and Mais Trabolsi, MD, bariatric and obesity medicine/internal medicine.

EMMG’s board certified physicians provide primary care for infants through seniors.

Jeffrey Fitzer, MD of Elmhurst Clinic provides a full range of obstetric and gynecologic services at the new Center. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Fitzer, who

District 205 Board joins fight against airplane flyover tests

Commits to membership in O’Hare Noise Compatibility Commission

In response to concern for the welfare of its families and residents, the Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 Board of Education of District 205 adopted a resolution at its Sept.

12th meeting authorizing the execution of an intergovernmental agreement (IGA) between the City of Chicago and Elmhurst School District 205 for participation in the O’Hare Noise Compatibility Commission (ONCC).

This IGA permits and commits the District 205 Board to join the ONCC. The Board has appointed member Kara Caforio to serve as its initial representative.

The O’Hare Fly Quiet night-time runway rotation plan was implemented in an effort to “share the pain” and reduce the impact of overnight aircraft noise on neighborhoods surrounding O’Hare International Airport. However, under Runway Rotation Test 3, Elmhurst has been burdened with a disproportionately greater number of aircraft operations than other nearby communities.

Compared to Rotation Test 2, the number of aircraft flying over Elmhurst during nighttime hours has increased by 100%. There was a 300% increase in the percentage of time allotted specifically to arrivals over Elmhurst. T2 allocated one week of 12 for arrivals. T3 allocates four weeks of 12 for arrivals. T2 and T3 both allocate two weeks out of 12 for departures. O’Hare utilizes the runway directed at Elmhurst in 50% of all of Test 3 nighttime configurations.

“The Board of Education is committed to partnering with other governmental agencies to protect and support quality of life in Elmhurst,” said Board president Shannon Ebner. “We are particularly concerned about the potential of the inequitable flight allocations to interfere with student learning and achievement due to excessive disruptions of sleep and other family activities sustained over significant periods of time throughout the school year.”

The District 205 Board has repeatedly responded in a timely manner to community challenges over the years. In September of 2016, the District provided the City of Elmhurst with 51,000 square feet of land at Madison School virtually rent-free for a City stormwater detention basin, providing approximately 5-acre feet of flood storage. Also in 2016, District 205 negotiated and reached a tentative agreement with the City of Elmhurst for the sale of a portion of the Bryan Middle School campus for a stormwater project, one that was ultimately located to lower priced land further away from the school.

The District 205 Board of Education has historically partnered with other community and government agencies to find solutions that benefit its families and all Elmhurst stakeholders. Its goal is always to improve the quality of life for students, their families and the community at-large.

In pursuit of other constructive intergovernmental solutions, the District looks forward this week to reinstating regular informal discussions with elected officials from both the City of Elmhurst and the Elmhurst Park District to address other community challenges.

Ed. note: The City commends the School Board on this action.

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In late October, Elmhurst Clinic will begin offering endoscopy services at the Center, including screenings to diagnose and procedures to treat gastrointestinal conditions. Elmhurst Clinic’s gastroenterology team at the North Elmhurst location will include Elizabeth Sack Barczynski, MD; Christopher Boutin, MD; Michael Greenspan, MD and Patrick Lynch, MD. For more information and to schedule an appointment, visit Health.org/NorthElmhurst or call (331) 221-9003.

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Jim Caffrey announces bid for State Rep in 47th District Elmhurst resident Jim Caffrey has announced his bid to enter the race for State Representative. The message was to be formally given at an event held on Saturday, Sept. 16 in downtown Elmhurst, where Caffrey, 52, and his supporters gathered to kick off his campaign. The campaign was to move to another event in Hinsdale.

A former Clorox account manager, Peace Corps volunteer and national political organizer, Caffrey is running for the seat being vacated

by State Representative Patti Bellock, who serves Illinois’ 47th District. Bellock recently announced that she would be retiring at the end of her current term in 2018, leaving the seat open for the first time in 20 years. The 47th District runs

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Illinois is a great place to live and raise a family, but we just went two years without a budget because our leaders in Springfield could not work together.”

– Jim Caffrey

along the eastern portion of DuPage County and includes Elmhurst, Oak Brook, Hinsdale, Clarendon Hills, and Westmont. It also includes a

Park Board Capsules

Here’s what’s new at the Elmhurst Park District…

By Chris Fox

FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

The Elmhurst Park District Board held a regular meeting on September 11 at the district’s administrative office at 375 W. First Street. Commissioner Patricia Morissette-Moll was absent from the meeting.

There were no public comments.

Discussion of indoor sports facility The majority of the meeting featured discussion of the district’s exploration of building an indoor sports facility. Earlier this year, the board approved the Vision 2020 comprehensive and strategic plan. At that time, the board agreed to begin holding workshops at each board meeting to discuss implementation of the plan. One of the findings of the Vision 2020 plan stated that the community desires an indoor sports and recreation facility.

In 2016, the park district joined with the City of Elmhurst to hire a consulting firm to conduct a market analysis and feasibility study to assess the viability of building an indoor sports facility with aquatics, court space, sports turf and ice. The findings of the analysis and feasibility study suggested there was a market for court space, sports turf and ice, but not aquatics. The cost to build such a facility reportedly ranged from $22.8 million to $32.2 million.

Community input, potential partners considered Community input during the development of the Vision 2020 plan indicated that the preferred strategy regarding a new indoor sports facility would be to construct the facility at a park site in Elmhurst, but not Berens Park, or

small portion of Western Springs in Cook County.

A Democrat, Caffrey plans to focus his candidacy on the state’s financial situation and restoring trust in state government.

“Illinois is a great place to live and raise a family, but we just went two years without a budget because our leaders in Springfield could not work together,” he said. “The state is struggling to fund basic services and it’s not uncommon to hear frustrated neighbors talk about moving out of state. We need our spirit back.

We need to believe that our elected leaders can get the job done.”

For more information, visit jimcaffrey.org, email the campaign at info@jimcaffrey.org, or call 630386-2314.

acquire land for the building.

Elmhurst Park District Executive Director Jim Rogers told the board during the Sept. 11 meeting that the district needs to investigate potential partners for an indoor sports facility, as well as sizes and sites for the facility.

According to information provided by the district, the district’s potential partners in an indoor sports facility could include the City of Elmhurst, Elmhurst College, Edward-Elmhurst Health, Immaculate Conception School, and local sports organizations. Partners could provide funding in several ways, including naming rights and donations of capital or land. According to the district, private sector participation may be a necessary component of a successful project, given the potential costs for construction and the annual costs to operate a facility.

Without taking a formal vote, the board directed park district staff to initiate discussions with potential partners, develop possible funding strategies and examine prospective sites for an indoor sports facility.

Rogers noted that community input indicated that residents of the district are willing to pay more money for improvements to the district that could include an indoor sports facility. He referred to a survey question directed to residents asking about their support of a potential referendum related to improving the district. The question featured four possible answers. Rogers said that over 40 percent of the respondents stated they would vote in favor of a referendum, while 30 percent said they might vote in favor; 20 percent of respondents said they weren’t sure how they would vote, while about 9 percent said they would vote against the referendum. He stated those responses are indicators that the district should research the potential of developing a new indoor sports facility.

The park district board will hold its next meeting on Sept. 25.

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Police beat

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

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

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Criminal damage or defacement to property/ criminal damage to a vehicle

Sept. 10 A complainant at a gas station in the 600 block of W. North told police at around 10:43 a.m. that a suspect was outside the business asking people for a cigarette. The suspect was told to leave the property. He later returned, and when told they would not sell any cigarettes to him, used foul language and left. The suspect was located, and told police he only wanted to buy cigarettes and had returned with money after being asked to leave. He was advised not to return to the business and was served a trespass notice.

Sept. 9 Police said officers responded to a business in the 100 block of N. York at around 6:30 p.m. on the report of a suspect who had damaged a mirror inside the business. The manager confronted the suspect and advised him he needed to pay for the mirror at which point the suspect ran from the scene. The suspect was later located and was bleeding from a cut on his right hand. The victim declined to sign complaints.

July 31 A victim in the 900 block of S. Riverside Drive told police at around 2:41 p.m. that his vehicle had been vandalized while parked at his work on the above date. A mechanic determined sugar had been poured in the fuel tank. The victim’s boss also related a company truck, which was parked next to the victim’s vehicle, had mechanical problems as well.

Disorderly conduct

Sept. 10 Police said officers responded to the 400 block of Parkview at around 9:51 p.m. for a domestic situation. A reporting officer spoke to a victim who stated the suspect had sent inappropriate text messages to her step daughter who does not reside in Elmhurst. The victim was advised the incident needed to be reported to the proper department.

Sept. 8 Corey Jordan, 25, of Elmhurst, was issued citations for disorderly conduct/public intoxication and possession of drug paraphernalia near St. Charles and Argyle at around 2:05 a.m. Police said officers responded to the report of a male passed out on the parkway near the above location. Upon arrival, a reporting officer was able to wake Jordan, who was found to be intoxicated and in possession of

a metal cannabis smoking pipe, according to police.

Domestic incident, domestic battery

Sept. 7 Police said officers responded to a domestic battery report where a 21-year-old female suspect was intoxicated and beating up her mother and sister. Officers took the suspect into custody after there were visible signs of injuries on the victims. The suspect was charged with four counts of domestic battery.

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

Sept. 13 Police said reporting officer responded for a well-being check in the 400 block of S. Arlington at around 5:40 a.m., where someone was passed out on the sidewalk. The officer located Jorie Vandermolen, 29, of Elmhurst, who was charged with public intoxication.

Sept. 12 Jeffrey Davis, 55, of O’Fallon, Mo., was charged with DUI, failure to yield, speeding, improper lane usage and two counts of disobeying a traffic control device subsequent to a traffic stop near York and Lake at around 1:32 a.m.

Sept. 10 • Oscar Gamez, 20, of Addison, was charged with illegal transportation of alcohol, zero tolerance, improper lane usage and no valid registration, while a juvenile suspect was cited for underage consumption of alcohol subsequent to a traffic stop near Lake and Route 83 at around 12:56 a.m.

• Labarain Rushing, 61, of Chicago, was charged with DUI, endangering the life of a child, disobeying a traffic control device, no valid driver’s license, making an improper turn and no insurance subsequent to a traffic stop near Palmer and York at around 11:43 p.m.

• Police said officers responded to a driver who remained stopped at the traffic signal through multiple cycles. A reporting officer observed Kevin L. Word, 52, of Oak Park, asleep behind the wheel with an empty bottle of Hennessy in the front passenger seat along with a small Dixie cup of liquor in the cup holder, according to police. Police said Word admitted to consuming alcohol at a party. He was charged with state DUI, illegal transportation of alcohol and impeding the flow of traffic.

Sept. 8 • Police said that subsequent to observing an underage female in possession of alcohol in front of the 200 block of W. First St. at around 10:51 p.m., a reporting officer made contact with numerous individuals who were found to be under 21 years of age and had consumed alcohol. Roberts was cited for unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia. The following were issued citations for consumption of alcohol by a minor: Macy Fusinetti, 18, of Peru, Ill.; Haleigh Couch, 18, of Ottawa, Ill.; Kara Caron, 20, of Elmhurst; Molly McGrath, 20, of Chicago; Molly Brenna, 20, of Tinley Park; Anton Retig, 20, of Arlington Heights; Ernst Coupet, 18, of Flossmoor; Lavon Thomas, 18, of Bellwood; Marques Traylor, 20, of Glendale

Heights; Peyton Sampson, 18, of Peru, Ill.; Joseph Barrette, 20, of Highland Park; and Katherine Wilkie, 20, and Julia Madrid, 20, both of Carlsbad, Calif.

• Police said three juvenile suspects walked past staff members at a high school football game at around 8:01 p.m. and smelled of an alcoholic beverage. Juveniles 1 and 2 admitted to drinking beer, according to police, while Juvenile 3 smelled of alcoholic beverage and denied drinking. All three suspects were cited for consumption of alcohol by a minor and released to their parents.

Sept. 7 Harry Leu, 57, of Elmhurst, was charged with DUI, violation of bail bond and improper lane usage subsequent to a traffic stop near Spring and St. Charles at around 9:10 p.m.

Harassment, threats

Sept. 11 A victim in the 800 block of Berkley told police at around 12:22 p.m. that a suspect is sending harassing messages to her via Facebook. The victim submitted an order of protection against the suspect; however, the suspect has not yet been served. The reporting officer will be notified when the suspect is served.

Sept. 9 A victim in the 100 block of E. First St. told police at around 12:49 p.m. that a suspect repeatedly contacted her due to an accident they were involved in. A reporting officer advised the suspect to cease contact with the victim and the only contact should occur through the insurance companies.

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

Sept. 13 Felicia Lynn Sanchez, 23, of Elmhurst, was charged with retail theft and unlawful possession of a controlled substance at a food store in the 900 block of S. York at around 7:02 p.m. Police said a reporting officer made contact with Sanchez in the parking lot, who admitted to committing a retail theft. Sanchez was also found to be in possession of heroin, according to police.

Sept. 12 • Police said that Subsequent to a report of a suspicious vehicle in the 100 block of E. Butterfield at around 1:17 a.m., a reporting officer made contact with the occupants and observed a hand rolled blunt containing suspect cannabis in plain view. According to police, Erik Blackwell, 21, of Willowbrook, admitted to possessing the cannabis and was cited for unlawful possession of cannabis.

• Victor K. Ogbebor, 21, of Country Club Hills, was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and no insurance subsequent to a traffic stop in the 200 block of N. Glade at around 7:27 a.m.

Sept. 11 Devin Williams, 23, of Westmont, was issued citations for possession of cannabis and driving without lights subsequent to a traffic stop near Roosevelt and Route 83 at around 1:05 a.m.

Sept. 9 Nicholas T. Emery, 19, of Chicago, was charged with unlawful possession of a controlled substance, a loud muffler and no rear bumper while Robert L. Smith, 21, of Chicago, was charged with unlawful possession of a controlled substance, subsequent to a traffic stop near Route 83 and St. Charles at around 7:48 p.m.

Sept. 8 • Julia Battaglia, 19, of Elmhurst, was issued citations for possession of cannabis, possession of drug paraphernalia and no insurance subsequent to a traffic stop near Palmer and the UPRR tracks at around 9:36 a.m.

• Ramzey A. Dana, 25, of Chicago, was charged with possession of cannabis, driving while license suspended, speeding and no insurance subsequent to a traffic stop near Route 83 and Lake at around 7:55 p.m.

• Police said that subsequent to a traffic stop near Butterfield and Commonwealth at around 8:07 p.m., a suspect provided a false name and date of birth. Upon further investigation it was determined the suspect was driving while license suspended. According to police, the suspect was found to be in possession of nine pills (a controlled substance) and three vials of cannabis spray. The suspect was released without charges pending results from the DuPage County Crime Laboratory on the suspected controlled substance and cannabis sprays.

Sept. 7 • Jacob Brooks, 39, of Algonquin, was charged with unlawful possession of a controlled substance in the 900 block of S York at around 7:28 p.m. Police said officers and medics responded to the above location where, upon arrival, Brooks was found on a bench in front of a store, unconscious. According to police, a reporting officer woke Brooks, who was found to be in possession of a cut straw with white residue inside. The residue tested positive for heroin, police said.

• Alyssa Huffman, 30, of Moscow Mills, Mo., and Trevor Hagan, 29, of Wood River, Ill., were issued citations for possession of drug paraphernalia in the 200 block of S. Route 83 at around 12:01 a.m. Police said officers responded for a suspicious vehicle at the above location. Upon arrival, contact was made with the suspects who stated they were waiting to meet a friend. According to police, the suspects were found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia.

• Annalisa Verbena, 27, of Melrose Park, was issued a citation for possession of cannabis in the 100 block of N. Addison at around 11:04 p.m. Police said that while officers were on a bar check, Verbena attempted to retrieve her ID from her purse to show the bouncer at which time a bag of cannabis fell out of her purse.

• Jeremy Wilson, 35, of Villa Park, was charged with unlawful possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia near North and Illinois at around 1:05 a.m. Police said a reporting officer observed a bicyclist all over the roadway at the above location. Contact was made with Wilson, who was under the influence of heroin, according to police, and also in possession of drug paraphernalia and three bags of heroin.

Suspicious circumstances

Sept. 7 Police said officers and medics responded at around 9:05 p.m. after an unnamed suspect was found yelling in a hallway while making sexual gestures. She refused to go back in her apartment and stated she was being followed by the Scandinavian mafia and the KGB, according to police. The victim had to be restrained and was taken to Elmhurst Hospital for a psychological evaluation.

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Obituary

JOSEPH A. MAUGER, 92 Joseph A. Mauger, of Elmhurst, passed away recently at the age of 92. Loving husband of the late Mary (nee Brunker) formerly of Franklin Park, IL; beloved father of John (the late Kathleen) Mauger of Elmhurst, Thomas (Katy Jo) Mauger of Barneveld, Wisc., and Michael (Caroline) Mauger of Corpus Christi, Tex. Cherished grandfather and great-grandfather. Joe served in the Army Air Corps during WWII. After graduating from the University of Wisconsin, Joe spent most of his 50 year career in the banking industry,

on Sept. 13 and noticed a payment sent to Comcast on Sept. 11. The victim does not have an account with Comcast. Both the bank and Comcast stated they would open a fraud investigation.

Sept. 9-Sept. 11 A complainant at a fitness center in the 200 block of N. York told police that during the above noted time frame, an unknown suspect(s) entered his locked business and removed three Apple IPads and one multi-port USB charging station.

Sept. 9 • Police said a reporting officer responded to a store in the 300 block of S. Route 83 for a reported retail theft that had just occurred. According to police, loss prevention stated that Sarah Crawford, 23, of Bellwood, entered a fitting room with multiple items, and then exited a short time later with the items no longer visible.

Police said Crawford admitted to taking the items. She was charged with one misdemeanor state charge of retail theft.

• Maria Zuniga, 45, of Cicero, was charged with retail theft and unlawful possession of a controlled substance at a store in the 600 block of W. North at around 1:31 p.m. Police said Zuniga was observed changing price tags on merchandise and then purchasing said merchandise at a lower price. She was placed under arrest, and a search of her purse yielded cocaine, according to police.

• A victim at a hotel in the 900 block of S. Riverside Drive told police at around 9:20 p.m. that she left her vehicle parked outside of the hotel. The victim entered the hotel, and when she later returned to the vehimost notably as a Senior Vice Pres- cle, she noticed a make-up case and a ident at Continental Bank and Oak Brook Bank. Joe was proud of his small town heritage, speaking often of his hometown of Mineral Point, Wisc.

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purse had been taken. The victim said she believes her vehicle was locked; however, the passenger window had been left partially open.

Sept. 8 • Theft was reported in the 700 block of Swain Avenue at around 1:26 p.m. A complainant told police he had a contractor doing some work on the inside of his house and the contractor was using a saw to cut some material in the driveway. The contractor left his saw lying on the open shelving unit on the passenger side of his truck.

When the contractor returned outside to his truck, the saw was gone. The suspect is described as being a taller black male in his late 20s wearing dark colored glasses.

• Theft was reported in the 200 block of N. Oaklawn at around 2:06 p.m. A victim told police that a package was delivered to his home; however, when he came home the package was gone. The victim’s security camera showed a suspect described as either a white or Hispanic male, unknown age, black hair, wearing a black T-shirt with crosses on the back, and dark-colored khaki pants, take the package and leave in an unknown direction.

• A victim in the 500 block of N. York told police at around 6:55 p.m. that an unknown suspect stole his custom-made drone from his car. The victim’s friend saw three suspects playing with the drone at Crestview Park. When confronted, the suspects related they had paid $300 for the drone. The victim’s friend recovered the drone and returned it to the victim. One suspect was described as an

Asian male between 17 and 18 years old, around 5’9”, wearing a plaid shirt and black Nike sweatpants. The second suspect was described as a white male between 17 and 18 years old and 5’8” and 5’9” wearing a white T-shirt, blue skinny jeans and checkered Vans shoes. The third suspect was described as a white male, between 21 and 22 years old, around 5’10”, wearing some type of school T-shirt as a gym shirt, blue shorts with a stripe on the sides and Adidas sandals.

Sept. 7 • Cecilia Seier, 20, of Amboy, Ill., was charged with consumption of alcohol by a minor, being a minor on a licensed premise and false use of an ID at a bar in the 100 block of N. Addison at around 11:55 p.m.

• A victim at Elmhurst Hospital told police at around 6:59 p.m. that an unknown suspect described as a black female attempted to make a purchase at the gift shop using a counterfeit $20 bill. The money was seized and the suspect left with no merchandise. The suspect is seen on video with three other females. They are seen getting into a dark gray SUV, possibly a Honda Pilot, which was parked in the hospital’s Blue Lot in the spaces reserved for the disabled.

Sept. 4 A victim in the 900 block of N. Virginia Lane told police at around 5:46 p.m. that after hosting a party at her residence, she noticed jewelry missing from her bedroom drawer. The victim related that party guests had brought other guests that she did not know, but would attempt to compile a list.

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Sept. 13 A victim in the 200 block of E. Butterfield told police at around 8:35 p.m. that he was confronted by 3 suspects described as black males; two of whom had handguns, while in his car at a gas station. The suspects ordered him out of his car, then stole his BMW sedan, fleeing south on York Road. The vehicle was recovered unoccupied an hour later at a Burr Ridge parking lot.

Sept. 12 • A victim in Oak Tree Court told police at around 3 p.m. that she found two unauthorized withdrawals from her bank account. The bank has since closed the account.

• A complainant at a food store in the 900 block of S. York told police at around 10:10 p.m. that an unknown suspect put several large bottles of vitamins into a black cloth bag and attempted to leave the store without paying. When the complainant confronted the suspect, he dropped the stolen items and left the store in an unknown direction. The suspect was described as an Hispanic male with a skinny build, approximately 5-4 wearing blue jeans and a black shirt.

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• A victim in the 400 block of W. Butterfield told police at around 11:29 a.m. that they left a bag with cash in the gazebo on the west side of a building. When the victim returned several moments later, the cash was missing from the bag. An investigation is pending.

• A victim in the 300 block of Arlington told police at around 6:53 p.m. that an unknown suspect gained access to her personal email and transmitted an email to the York Music Booster Treasurer requesting currency to be transferred to an account at a credit union. The treasurer did not transfer the funds and the victim was provided with identity theft information.

• A victim in the 600 block of W. North Ave. told police at around 7:27 p.m. that she left her wallet on an elliptical machine while working out at a gym. She later returned to the machine and found the wallet was missing. Officers checked several areas in the gym but were unable to locate the wallet. The victim contacted her bank and canceled her credit cards.

• A victim in the 400 block of E. May St. told police at around 4:39 p.m. that he opened an email that indicated his email had been taken over and it could not be used. He called the number and provided personal information to a suspect. The victim’s bank did not see any suspicious activity on his account. The victim is unsure if there is any dollar loss at this time.

• A victim in the 200 block of Poplar Avenue told police at around 11:42 a.m. that he checked his bank account

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City commends District 205 for joining O’Hare Noise Compatibility Commission

The City of Elmhurst commends the District 205 Board for their adopted resolution passed on September 12, 2017 authorizing the execution for the Elmhurst School Districts participation in the O’Hare Noise Compatibility Commission (ONCC). District 205 will join forces with the City of Elmhurst on the ONCC Board to advocate for Elmhurst residents who are negatively impacted by tests conducted by the Department of Aviation for a Fly

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Quiet Runway Rotation Plan.

The ONCC Board consists mainly of municipalities and school districts that are in close proximity to O’Hare Airport. To have a representative from both governing bodies can only help advocate that a fair, consistent Runway Rotation Plan be achieved.

Elmhurst District 205 announced this news in a recent press release and took an additional opportunity to highlight their commitment in partnering with governmental agen-

cies over community challenges.

Specifically, the news release provided information on cooperative negotiations between the City of Elmhurst and District 205 on stormwater projects. The City shares the commitment with its governmental agencies in advocating for, protecting and supporting a high quality of life in Elmhurst. Issues of this nature take community partnership and cooperation to resolve.

In regards to the Madison School

Project, the City and community are pleased that this project has been completed. This project will prevent a neighborhood issue of stormwater flooding in residential basements.

The City of Elmhurst would like to provide additional facts on the Bryan School Project mentioned in the District 205 news release. The City and School District talked at length about the Bryan School Project. However, once the discussion was discontinued, the City was

forced to move forward with an alternative plan. This included the need to relocate the project and the purchase of private property. This alternative plan will cost the taxpayers approximately $2 million more in construction costs. This additional cost could have been avoided by cooperative efforts from District 205 to implement the project on the underutilized gravel portion of Bryan Middle School; land that is already owned by Elmhurst tax payers.

The multitudinous multi-tasker

A phone used to be a phone and nothing more – except for maybe a paperweight. Now our “phones” are multi-taskers of the unlimited kind. Well, unless you go over your allotted gigabytes or data plan, but you know what I mean.

That’s why I’m petitioning to change the name of cell phones.

They shouldn’t be called phones at all. I barely use mine as a phone.

Talking on the phone is so blasé. So last century.

Plus it takes time. Instead of

going through the excruciatingly laborious process of carrying on a conversation, we can now type the conversation with our thumbs on a tiny onscreen keyboard. Why talk with you can type? Typing is so much faster.

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Communicating via text message or email is only the tip of the usefulness iceberg. I have a compass at my beck and call. Compasses are valuable tools for people who get lost easily. This describes me to a tee. I may not have an internal compass, but my phone does. I can hardly remember how I survived, life before compass.

Then there’s the built-in locater that can help you find yourself, or your phone should you lose either.

You can even track the location of your kids or spouse, not that anyone would find that useful.

Lets get serious. About Siri. She is everyone’s best friend. In fact, she’s better than a real live best friend because you can turn her off anytime you desire. Tired of Siri?

Sick of her advice? Turn her off.

And when you decide you need her to dial your phone or locate the nearest Starbucks, she’s as friendly and chipper as always. She never holds your turning her off against you. Everyone needs a sidekick like Siri.

And, she (or he if you’ve got a male Siri) even has a sense of humor. If you want to see for yourself tell her, “I’ve got a little silhouetto of a man.” Just do it. I promise you genuine rhapsody. For an encore, say, “knock, knock.” I got a chuckle out of her response to that one. Siri’s a real comedian, for someone who refuses to tell jokes.

Back to the multitudinous multi-tasking of the smartness we carry in our pockets. I used to use a digital camera, have my pictures printed on real paper and then put them in a photo album. I wore a watch to tell the time, but kept a separate stopwatch for races and breath-holding contests. I kept my calendar planner (book style) close at hand. When it was time to balance the checkbook I hauled out the calculator. Banking business involved a

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visit to the bank. Shopping involved a credit card or cash.

When I needed to check the weather, I watched the news or looked outside. If I wanted to make a grocery list or jot down an idea for a column, I wrote it on paper, in a notebook. Monopoly and Scrabble were kept in cardboard boxes in the cupboard. When I played solitaire I used 52 cards. My flashlight was forever running out of batteries.

Now it’s always charged and ready to go.

Music playlists (which we called records) were kept on cassette tapes, and later, CDs. We used to own a video camera that must have weighed at least 20 pounds. It cost as much (if not more) than an average state-of-the-art smartphone.

Our phones have become lifelines to, well, life. They connect us to the world, providing tools for communication, information, illumination, dictation, location, planning vacation and so much more. They’ve become more than phones and deserve a name befitting their status. I propose iEverything, because that’s what they do.

I’ve even used mine as a paperweight in a pinch.

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Red Cross seeks blood, platelet donations during National Preparedness Month Demand has increased due to recent hurricanes

ICGS Lights the ‘Knight’

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Young participants congregate around the IC Balloons before the “Light the Knight,” the first-ever Immaculate Conception Grade School Family Fun Run. Hosted by the Health and Wellness Committee of the ICGS Parents’ Club, “Light the Knight” took place at Wild Meadows Trace at the Prairie Path in Elmhurst on the evening of Friday, Sept. 8. A candlelit prayer was said for Mrs. Marcia May, a longtime ICGS teacher and avid runner, who recently passed away. The run was sponsored by Carrie Pikulik and Amy Schiller with @ Properties (The Schiller Team). The 250-plus participants received gift bags with goodies from area merchants including Kids First Pediatric Dentistry, Cuvee Cellars, Fitt-Rx, Fleet Feet, Kie & Kate Couture, My Sister Kate, Smiley Nails, Spenga, and Stemple’s Cycle Center.

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By Chris Fox

FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

The Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 Board held a meeting on Sept. 12 at the District 205 Center, 162 S. York St. All seven board members attended the meeting.

Parents raise concern about flyovers Four parents of children who attend district schools spoke during the public participation segment of the meeting. All four parents spoke of the disruption created by planes flying in and out of O’Hare International Airport. The parents spoke of noise created by a steady stream of flights during the overnight hours.

They said the noise is affecting their children’s sleep and education.

Board adopts IGA to join ONCC Later in the meeting, board members voted 6-0 to adopt an intergovernmental agreement between the district and the City of Chicago for the district’s membership and participation in the O’Hare Noise Compatibility Commission (ONCC). District 205 will reportedly join 17 other school districts on the commission.

Commissioner Kara Caforio stated she would be willing to represent the district on the ONCC. Commissioner John McDonough recused himself from vote to adopt the intergovernmental agreement. He said his law firm represents the City of Chicago.

The district’s legal counsel told McDonough he did not have a conflict of interest, but McDonough, who referred to complete transparency,

decided to recuse himself from the bers about August start-up activities, vote. which included an administrator retreat from Aug. 2-3. Additionally, all Presentation on possible allnew certified staff members particiday kindergarten pated in a new educator academy.

The Sept. 12 meeting featured a presentation by Dr. Steve Cordogan Discussion of Project about all-day kindergarten at com- Lead the Way parable area districts. District 205 is Mark Cohen, the district’s assisexploring the possibility of offering tant superintendent of innovation and all-day kindergarten in addition to growth, spoke to the board about the half-day kindergarten. Cordogan, Project Lead the Way (PLTW) proan assessment data consultant with gram, which promotes expanded acabout 40 years of experience, exam- cess to challenging coursework. Coined eight comparable unit districts hen said the district’s participation in in the western suburbs. All but one the PLTW program will expose more of the eight districts offers all-day middle-school students to different kindergarten. The seven districts careers—especially careers related with all-day kindergarten initiated it to STEM (science, technology, engiduring the last 11 years. Four of those neering and math). districts charge no additional fee for all-day kindergarten, while three Whelton summarizes districts charge an additional fee be- State’s school funding bill tween $2,000 and $4,000 per year.

Chris Whelton, the district’s asCordogan said District 205’s cur- sistant superintendent for finance rent facilities would not permit all- and operations, spoke during the day kindergarten at all appropriate meeting to provide a summary of Ilsites. He said implementing all-day linois State Senate Bill 1947, which kindergarten would necessitate the addresses school funding. Whelton relocation of some students. He also noted that about 85 percent of the said the district could not offer all- district’s revenues come from propday kindergarten without requiring erty taxes. He said about 90 percent an additional fee. of the district’s revenues come from Cordogan also stated that all-day local sources, while about 7 percent kindergarten has gained in popularity of revenues come from state sources. in the comparable districts he sur- Federal funds provide about 3 perveyed. He said all-day kindergarten cent of the district’s revenue. Whelenhances learning and student per- ton noted that the district’s share of formance in first grade and beyond. state funding is going to be flat. He He noted that implementing all-day said that flat funding from the state, kindergarten would cause a ripple ef- along with the property tax cap, risfect in altering the curriculum in the ing student enrollment, rising student first-grade level. needs and increasing health care costs present difficult challenges to Administrative retreat planned the district.

The board meeting also included a The board will hold its next meetpresentation from district staff mem- ing on Sept. 26

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Hurricane Irma has forced the cancellation of dozens of Red Cross Oakbrook Terrace blood drives in the Southeast, re- Friday, Sept. 29: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., sulting in more than 2,100 uncol- Oakbrook BOMA, 2 TransAm lected blood and platelet donations. Plaza Drive, Suite 165 Natural disasters like hurricanes can More information about how the disrupt blood drives and prevent Red Cross is responding to hurridonors from giving, but hospital canes Harvey and Irma, the western patients still depend on lifesaving wildfires and other disasters is availtransfusions. Volunteer blood and able at redcross.org. platelet donors are the only source for blood products needed by hospi- How to donate blood tal patients.

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County Animal Control seeks supplies for pets displaced by hurricanes

Elmhurst League of Women Voters presents Community Update Join the League of Women Voters of Elmhurst on Thursday, Sept. 28 at 7 p.m. at the Elmhurst Public Library, 125 S. Prospect Ave., as they host a panel of local community leaders who will give an update of what is in store for the upcoming year and years to come.

Elmhurst Park District President Vince Spaeth, District 205 School Board President Shannon Ebner and Elmhurst Public Library Board President Marsha Baker. Elmhurst Alderman Kevin York will represent the City of Elmhurst. Each will give a brief look over the past year and into the future related to their specific

area.

Questions from the League as well as the public will be taken by the panelists.

Come with your questions for these Elmhurst leaders and be informed about what is happening in our community.

The League of Women Voters has a long history of keeping the citizenry aware of what is going on in local government and supporting intergovernmental cooperation. For further information, go to lwvelmhurst.org.

This program is free and open to the public. It is not an Elmhurst Public Library program.

DuPage County Animal Care and Control (DCACC) is collecting donated items to send to animal shelters in Texas and Florida housing pets displaced by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma.

DCACC will host an in-kind supply drive during the DuPage Care Center’s Fall Festival on Saturday, Sept. 16 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. A donation table will be set up outside of DCACC

at 120 N. County Farm Road, Wheaton. Items needed include Petco and PetSmart gift cards, canned and dry dog and cat food, blanket, towels, treats and cat litter.

Individuals can also drop off items for the supply drive at DCACC during the week during normal business hours. For more information, visit dupageco.org/animalControl/.

ECRC, Timothy Christian celebrate education, youth mission trips Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church and Timothy Christian Schools are hosting an afternoon Celebrating Christian Education on Sunday, October 8, at 4 p.m. in Timothy’s new Middle School Building (188 W. Butterfield Road). A free-will offering dinner to benefit upcoming youth mission trips and informal tours will be held following the program.

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Hall-of-Famer’s son brings anti-bullying message to youth Payton: ‘The better you feel about yourself, the better you can be to others’

By Marisa Mancini FOR THE INDEPENDENT

On Saturday, Sept. 9, Jarrett Payton, son of football legend Walter Payton, gave a motivational speech to Elmhurst families on bullying and the importance of being the best person you can be.

In that vein, Mayor Steve Morley introduced Payton and stressed the importance looking to every day as a gift and being mindful of making the most of that gift.

Payton told the crowd that he followed in his father’s footsteps as an athlete.

“I played soccer in high school, but in my junior year I switched to football which led to me being bullied,” he said. “I took the position from the current quarterback who was then cut from the team. The other football players got physical with me. They didn’t talk to me about their feelings, and instead used their fists. I was afraid to go to school, and it was the worst year of my life. I understand how it feels to be bullied.”

Payton realized later he and his high school teammates did not have the tools they needed to work things out. He stressed that bullying is a serious problem among kids and that all adults have a role in helping to stop it by getting involved.

“Adults have to help kids talk things out, to show them by example like my father did,” he said.

“We all have to figure out how to coexist. We must treat people how we want to be treated -- with respect and kindness. When kids feel bad about themselves, they are likely to bully others.” Payton also stressed the importance of finding your passion and how this can work to curb bullying.

“Teaching kids to find their passion at an early age will motivate them and fuel them on a daily basis to be the best they can be,” Payton continued. “The better you feel about yourself, the better you can be to others.”

He shared several stories of the kindness and generosity he witnessed his father show to others.

“My dad gave a great deal of his time and was very charitable to many people throughout his life.

He impacted so many in a positive way and I fell the greatest legacy he left was his kind heart.”

Payton offered his four points on leading a positive life: 1. “Select your words and your social media posts carefully as they are a direct reflection of who you are.”

2. “Take advantage of every opportunity at the very moment it

MARISA MANCINI PHOTOS Elmhurst Independent

Elmhurst Mayor Steve Morley welcomes Jarrett Payton who addressed the audience at Sandburg Middle school on bullying and being the best you can be. Payton, son of the legendary NFL Hall of Famer Walter Payton, gave his anti-bullying program called PROJECT: NO BULL to Sandburg School on Saturday, Sept. 9. Payton seeks to honor his father’s legacy by making a difference in the community through the Jarrett Payton Foundation, where he focuses on connecting with children and serving as a role model.

arises, because it may never come again.”

3. “Make every second count.

There is no time for holding grudges or harboring hate in your heart.

Life is too short, and you don’t get time back.”

4. “Find your passion and let it drive you in a positive way on a daily basis to be the best you can be.”

Although he was the son of the famous athlete and grew up with privilege, Payton did not learn these lessons until later in life.

“I had many opportunities, but

did not use the time I had to dig deep and push myself to be the best student and athlete I could be,” he said.

He encouraged everyone in the room, children and adults, not to be afraid to work hard and be persistent in finding their passion and to leave a legacy of kindness.

The event, sponsored by the Elmhurst Commission on Youth, was held at Sandburg Middle School.

Payton had previously given his presentation to Bryan, Sandburg and Churchville middle school students on Aug. 25 and Aug. 29.

Elmhurst resident Tracy Reese and her children Nathan and Violette were glad to be able to enjoy Jarrett Payton’s presentation at Sandburg Middle School before heading to their soccer games that morning. Payton’s program PROJECT: NO BULL offered valuable information about anti-bullying.

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We all have to figure out how to coexist. We must treat people how we want to be treated — with respect and kindness. When kids feel bad about themselves, they are likely to bully others.”

– Jarrett Payton

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Public celebration of peace held at First United Methodist Church First United Methodist Church of Elmhurst, 232 South York St., will host “A Celebration of Peace” on Saturday, Oct. 7, from 1-4 p.m. Planners intend for the event to be a positive counterpoint to the recent sense of growing national and international discord.

Ten years ago, the church erected a Peace Pole on its southeast lawn.

Peace Poles originated in Japan and bear the message “May Peace Prevail on Earth” in many languages of the world. It is estimated that there are more than 200,000 Peace Poles throughout the world.

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The event begins on the church lawn at 1 p.m. and will include comments by Pastor Joseph Johnson, remarks from local elected officials and area peace advocates. Kids activities like crafts and games and music will take place throughout the remainder of the afternoon. Refreshments will be served.

Among the musical performers is Douglas Peters, a professional baritone and music director at First United Methodist. Peters is a regular member of the Chicago Symphony Chorus, and sings with the chorus of the Lyric Opera of Chicago, Grant Park Music Festival, and the St. Charles Singers.

More details are available at umcelmhurst.org.

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Roger Orozco, police officer, marine and former school board member released the following statement today announcing his intention to run for the 46th State House District, challenging incumbent, Deb Conroy: “I am running for state representative because career politicians like Deb Conroy have taken for granted her constituents. We need politicians willing to stand up to both parties and work for solutions. Deb Conroy has supported partisan gridlock which has created the mess Illinois finds itself in today. I can no longer sit on the sidelines and watch my state representative vote for Madigan budgets, tax hikes and Chicago bailouts.

As an independent voice, I will work to bring true property tax reform, term limits and equitable school funding.”

Roger understands that running for office raises its challenges with entrenched incumbents, who are beholden to Speaker Madigan, but his life experiences have prepared him to challenge the status quo: “Without hesitation, Deb casts her vote for Speaker Madigan to continue his iron fist rule over Illinois. By giving that vote to Speaker Madigan, it allows them to take funding away from our school children, raise taxes on the hard working people of the 46th, and drive families out of state. These failed policies have crippled the American Dream in Illinois.

We must restore opportunities for Illinois residents. I want my children to have the same opportunities I once had in this state decades ago.”

Roger grew up in Schiller Park, IL. He attended East Leyden High School.

Roger is currently employed as a Police Officer. He previously served in the United States Marine Corps. He was on District 93 School Board in the Carol Stream area in 2015. Roger and his family have called Carol Stream home for the past 15 years. He is married and has two younger children.

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Pictured is the Peace Pole at First United Methodist Church, which will be the centerpiece of a special dedication and celebration of peace taking place at the church on Saturday, Oct. 7 from 1-4 p.m. The intent is to provide a positive counterpoint to the recent sense of growing national and international discord.

The Elmhurst Independent - Thursday, September 21, 2017 • 13

ICGS’ annual open house kicks off school year On Thursday, Sept. 7, Immaculate Conception Grade School in Elmhurst hosted its annual school year Open House as a kick-off to the school year.

The evening commenced with a welcome greeting by ICGS Principal Cathy Linley and IC Parochial Vicar, Father Chris Lankford. Afterward, a brief presentation was given by guest speaker Joan Mowry, who spoke to parents about practical ways to cultivate a prayerful, Catholic culture in the family and in the home. After the talk, parents visited their children’s classrooms to hear from teachers about their goals for the upcoming school year.

Joan Mowry talks to ICGS parents about ways to incorporate their Catholic faith into their family lives. She is the mother of Father David Mowry, a Diocese of Joliet Catholic priest who served as Parochial Vicar at IC immediately after his ordination to the priesthood in 2013.

Parents of ICGS junior high students catch up at Open House on September 7. Pictured are (from left): Samantha Karsten, Dan Van Eekeren, Stephanie Van Eekeren, and Cathleen Loch.

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Above: ICGS third grade teacher Katy Vokac talks to the parents of her students about her goals and expectations for their children.

Right: ICGS Principal Cathy Linley greets Class of 2017 alumna Gabby Kiel, who made a surprise return visit during Open House.

14 • Thursday, September 21, 2017 - The Elmhurst Independent

Community calendar

Pick of the Week — the Elmhurst event NOT to be missed!

Saturday, Sept. 23 - Hospital holds annual Autumn Affair

Beginning at 6 p.m., the Elmhurst Memorial Hospital Foundation will hold its 13th annual Autumn Affair at the Four Seasons Hotel in Chicago at 120 E. Delaware Place. Tickets include cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, dinner, and live and silent auctions by auctioneer Matt Goebel. Live music to be performed by The DJ Firm. Proceeds support the hospital’s behavioral health services. For tickets, information and sponsorship opportunities, call the foundation at 331-221-0388.

Friday, Sept. 22 At 5 p.m., the Elmhurst Art Museum will host the second in a series of films shown in conjunction with Hebru Brantley’s Forced Field exhibition currently on display. The film is Sun Ra Space is the Place (1974).

Free and open to the public.

Saturday, Sept. 23 Geologist Sara Kurth presents an introduction to rocks and minerals starting at 10:30 a.m. for ages 8 years to adult at the Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art, 220 Cottage Hill Ave. Learn to identify minerals through basic hands-on identification including observation skills and hardness tests. Great for Boy and Girl Scout merit badges. Scout groups require adult supervision. Parties of 10-ormore are encouraged to schedule a private class. Fee: $5 per person; reservations are required. Info: 630-

833-1616 or lizzadromuseum.org Saturday, Sept. 30 • Residents are invited to take a behind-the-scenes tour of the Elmhurst Quarry Flood Control Facility, a site generally closed to the public. Tour participants will learn about the quarry’s history, visit various areas including private quarry platforms, and see how DuPage County Stormwater Management currently operates the facility to reduce flooding. Tours depart from Elmhurst History Museum via bus every 30 minutes from 9 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. and last approximately two hours. Reservations required, ticket sales start Sept. 6 and can be purchased at elmhursthistory.org (Special Events section). Co-presented by DuPage County Stormwater Management and Elmhurst History Museum. Children age 10-and-over must be accompanied by an adult.

Tickets are $10 per person. Info: elmhursthistory.org or (630) 833-1457.

• From 7-10 p.m., the Committee for the Elmhurst Centre for Performing Arts will be holding its 2nd Spotlight Gala at the Elmhurst Art Museum to raise funds for the ECPA. The evening will include music, song and dance along with a gourmet buffet and live auction. ECPA is a not-forprofit (501(c)(3) organization. To purchase tickets, visit squareup.com/ store/elmhurst-centre-for-performing-arts. Sponsorship opportunities available. Contact ECPA at ecpaelmhurst@gmail.com.

• At 5 p.m. (doors open at 4), the Harlem Wizards will play an exhibition game against Elmhurst District 205 principals and teachers that will be filled with wild antics and lots of laughs.

Food, drinks and raffle tickets will be available for purchase. Tickets are $12 in advance, $18 at the door.

Reserved seating is $25 or Courtside Plus tickets are $50 and include a chance to meet the players, a free color poster of the team and a $15 discount on Wizards jerseys. For ticket, visit harlemwizards.com or elmhurst205.org/wizards. Elmhurst Dentistry for Kids is the Platinum Sponsor.

Ongoing programs: • The Elmhurst Artists’ Guild (EAG) will host the annual Fall Members Show, featuring a variety of its members’ original artwork, in the EAG Gallery at the Elmhurst Art Museum (EAM), 150 S. Cottage Hill

in Chicago’s rich baseball history.

Disco Demolition Night exploded on July 12, 1979 in the middle of a White Sox doubleheader and it remains one of the city’s most controversial sports history moments.

Media sponsor: WLUP-FM. At Elmhurst History Museum, 120 E. Park Ave. Free admission. Info: elmhursthistory.org or 630-833-1457 • A support group for family caregivers of older adults meets the second and fourth Thursdays of every month from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Elmhurst Public Library’s second floor study room. (Not an Elmhurst Library program.) Info: (630) 8339665.

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

New York steaks are available first Friday of the month. Musical entertainment follows. Karaoke on the second Friday of each month. Bingo on Wednesdays, starting with Early Birds at 6:45 p.m. Info: 630-8337800 .• TOPS—Take Off Pounds Sensibly—meets on Friday mornings at Grace Lutheran Church 950 S. York Road, Bensenville. Weigh-in at 9:30 a.m., meeting from 10-11 a.m. Info: email Millie at johnreiter@sbcglobal.net.

Programs coming to Elmhurst Public Library Friday, Sept. 22 from 2-4:30 p.m.

Friday Features: Fences Enjoy an afternoon at the movies every Friday. We’ll play the latest and greatest movies released on DVD. No registration required. *Movie titles may be subject to change* elmlib.org/Friday

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The public is invited to the free opening reception on Friday, Sept 29 from 7 to 9 p.m. Info: elmhurstartistsguild.org and elmhurstartmuseum. org.

• Now through Nov. 26, the Elmhurst Art Museum is showing Hebru Brantley: Forced Field, a solo show of new work by Chicago-based world-renowned artist. Brantley’s pop-infused contemporary art is inspired by Japanese anime and the bold aesthetics of street art pioneers Jean Michel Basquiat, Kaws and Keith Haring.

• Over the weekends from Sept.

22 to Oct. 15, Greenman Theatre Troupe will perform Urinetown the Musical at their performance space at 232 S. York St. Performances are Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are $20, $18 for students and seniors.

For tickets and information, call 630464-2646 or greenmantheatre.org.

• Now through Oct. 8, the Elmhurst History Museum hosts Disco Demolition: The Night Disco Died.

It started as an off-beat baseball promotion called “Teen Night” designed to sell tickets at Comiskey Park and gain listeners for a fledgling FM radio station—until it devolved into one of the most infamous events

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Monday, Sept. 25 from 4-5 p.m.

Happy Birthday, Shel Silverstein Celebrate Shel Silverstein’s birthday with us! Drop in throughout the program and share favorite Silverstein poems. Enjoy fun activities based on the poems from A Light in the Attic, Where the Sidewalk Ends, and more. No registration required.

Tuesday, Sept. 26 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

In Stitches: Learn How to Knit at Brewpoint Location: Brewpoint Coffee (124 W Park Ave) Pick up a new skill while enjoying Brewpoint Coffee’s atmosphere.

Already know how to knit/crochet/or other textile art? All skill levels welcome to work on projects, get feedback from other crafty folks, and to learn new skills. No registration required.

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Safety on patrol

Two police officers are on the scene, chatting with resident Scott Ahlgrim, at Elmhurst Heritage Foundation’s Beer Fest held on the grounds of the Elmhurst History Museum on Saturday, Sept. 16.

York Performing Arts to host special performance Prize-winners announced from stage

Throughout the afternoon, Brian Bergheger, executive director of the Elmhurst History Museum (far right), announced the winners as their numbers were drawn for prizes. About 3 p.m., the Heritage Foundation Committee went to the stage for an informal presentation to Bergheger, as he plans to retire soon.

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Why more Americans should be talking about retirement distribution officer. “The first step in helping the next generation succeed financially could come from simply, clearly sharing what you’ve learned from your mistakes.”

Baby Boomers reported spending money on things they didn’t need, going into too much debt and not saving for retirement when they were young. That’s not what they talked about with their kids, though, according to the study.

And with even more Gen X-ers saying they regret spending and accumulating debt than previous generations, they may be

on course to repeat their parents’ mistakes.

Boomers and Gen X-ers share similar financial fears, according to the study. About 66 percent of Baby Boomers admit they are concerned about outliving their retirement savings. Gen X-ers are even more fearful – 77 percent report the same concern.

These fears may stem in part from the fact that many Gen Xers are getting squeezed – with nearly a fifth of this “sandwich” generation supporting their parents and 71 percent supporting children.

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gest a growing participation in parents’ retirement planning, there is clearly room for improvement in communication on these subjects.

“All too often, money becomes a taboo topic or a source of embarrassment,” Hughes said. “Making time for these discussions can help encourage each generation to avoid making the same mistakes their parents did and plan better for the future.”

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“Even when Americans are talking about retirement with their children, it’s clear from this study that their advice is vague,” said Ann Hughes, chief

Elmhurst Clinic welcomes Dr. Priya Jimmy, internal medicine physician Priya Jimmy, MD, an internal medicine physician, has joined Elmhurst Clinic and is accepting new patients at Elmhurst Clinic’s office in Elmhurst at 172 Schiller St. To schedule an appointment, call (331) 221-9001.

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Scenes from Spring Road Day Saturday, Sept. 16

Lunchtime at the petting zoo Giddyap!

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These two boys had a great time feeding the animals at the Petting Zoo on Saturday, Sept. 16 at Spring Road Days. There were goats, This little fella gets some help as he rides one of the ponies at the Pony Rides at Spring Road Days on sheep, even a small cow.

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With two spatulas in hand, Dr. John DeVries of DeVries Animal Hospital greets the volunteers, who helped serve pizza and hot dogs at Spring Road Days. The students are (from left): Brian Marquardt, Mia Beres, and Skylar Radz of the York Key Club.

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This family spends some time feeding the goats at the Petting Zoo at Spring Road Days on Saturday, Sept. 16. The annual celebration was sponsored by the Spring Road Business Association.

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Elmhurst, other Comcast Techs head to SW Florida to help storm-battered areas Twenty-five Comcast technicians left from company facilities in Elmhurst and Homewood this morning for southwest Florida to help restore service to customers impacted

by Hurricane Irma. The technicians will join locally based teams to repair lines that deliver Internet, video, phone and other services to customers in the storm-battered region.

“Their jobs when they arrive are to clear debris, repair damaged lines and restore service so customers can start to rebuild their lives; access news, information and services important to disaster recovery; and stay in touch with their loved ones,” said John Crowley, Comcast Greater Chicago Region Senior Vice President.

Some 600 Chicago area Comcast technicians volunteered to go to Florida to help with storm recovery. Comcast will assess its needs in Florida and call for additional employees from Chicago and elsewhere across the country as needed. Comcast employees from various locations across the country also have been deployed to Houston to help with storm recovery following Hurricane Harvey.

Crowley said he was “heartened by the number of employees who raised their hands and wanted to help in Florida.”

“Our employees care deeply about the communities we serve and want to help customers get back to their lives,” he said.

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Twenty-five Comcast technicians left from company facilities in Elmhurst and Homewood this morning for southwest Florida to help restore service to customers impacted by Hurricane Irma. The technicians will join locally based teams to repair lines that deliver Internet, video, phone and other services to customers in the storm-battered region.

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Elmhurst College’s Communications Grad Program earns accreditation—with perfect compliance Elmhurst College’s graduate program in Communication Sciences and Disorders has earned its initial accreditation, achieving perfect compliance with national standards for its master of science program in speech-language pathology.

The five-year accreditation, which extends through June 30, 2022, was approved in July by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.

Being in perfect compliance with the accrediting agency’s standards is “something quite remarkable for a program that is receiving its first accreditation approval,” said April Edwards, vice president for academic

affairs and dean of the faculty.

Even more remarkable, the program sought accreditation in its fourth year, about a year ahead of when programs typically enter the accreditation process, said Brenda Gorman, director of the CSD graduate program. “I’m very pleased,” she said. “It definitely lets our prospective students know we are an exceptional program.”

According to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, excellent job opportunities in speech-language pathology are expected to grow by 21 percent between 2014 and 2024, faster than the average for all occupations.

Elmhurst College’s CSD department began offering graduate class-

es in Fall 2013. Both graduate and undergraduate CSD students complete clinical work in the College’s Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic or at local hospitals, schools and other facilities.

A high bar was set for CSD graduate students when all 15 students in the first graduate cohort passed the national certification exam on their very first try and every graduate who sought a job received an offer within two months of graduation.

Last May all 21, or 100 percent, of students who entered the master’s program in Fall 2015 (the third cohort) completed it on time, together.

The accreditation standard is 80 percent of graduate students completing their coursework within two years.

State Rep. Deb Conroy, D-Villa Park, will host a “Civics 101” community discussion about the legislative process from 10. to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 23, at the Funky Java Coffeehouse located at 40 S. Villa Ave. in Villa Park.

“Our community is full of people dedicated to making our community a great home for themselves and their families,” said Conroy. “These conversations are a meant to foster that civic engagement and help citizens realize that their active participation in our government can lead to meaningful change in their com-

munities.”

“Civics 101” provides an opportunity for more open dialogue between concerned citizens and their local officials. Conroy believes that residents should be provided ample opportunity to reach out to legislators with their questions and concerns. It is also an opportunity to learn about new legislation. To further engage citizens in the legislative and democratic process, previously introduced legislation to allow 16 and 17 year olds to pre-register to vote through a high school based registration program and passed

legislation to bring civics education courses back into Illinois classrooms.

“In Springfield, I am working to advance legislation that would expand the ability of residents to learn more about government and engage in the democratic process,” said Conroy. “When I am back home in my district, it’s important to me that I’m getting out to the community and meeting with my constituents to discuss the issues most important to them and stress how important civic engagement is to a productive society and strong community.”

Rep. Bellock to host Internet Safety Town Hall in Elmhurst

State Representative Patti Bellock (R-Hinsdale) invites local parents and students to attend an “Internet Safety Town Hall” on Wednesday, Sept. 20 at 7 p.m. at Elmhurst College’s Illinois Hall, located at 190 Prospect Avenue. The event features an interactive seminar presented by the Illinois Attorney General’s Office on how to keep teens and young adults safe online. The Internet Safety Town Hall is free and open to the public.

“Keeping our children and grandchildren safe is every family’s number one priority,” Rep. Bellock said. “Our interactive seminar will help educate both parents and students on the evolving threat of online predators and the many different ways they prey on kids. We can prevent more teens and young adults from becoming victims by helping keep families informed with tips and resources to keep kids safe.”

Please call Rep. Bellock’s office at (630) 852-8633 for questions or more information.

DuPage Foundation brings Conroy to host Civics 101 town hall discussion its Fall Fling to Elmhurst On Wednesday, Sept. 27 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., the DuPage Foundation will host its Fall Fling at Flight 112 Wine Bar & Restaurant at 110 W. Park. It is part of the Foundation’s Next Generation Initiative The event is free but a goodwill financial donation in support of the two featured charities is strongly encouraged.

The NGI is encouraging guests to bring items such as bubbles, crayon boxes and coloring books, crossword puzzles, chalk, jump ropes, regular puzzles, soft baseballs and streamers to help us support a Girl

Scout Gold Award project. The project will provide fun activities for children of Ronald McDonald House Charities families to discover and enjoy as part of a scavenger hunt challenge in the Ronald McDonald House near Central DuPage Hospital.

Guests are encouraged to invite friends and colleagues, but do so early as space is limited. Please contact Rachel Welling, Foundation development associate, via e-mail or at 630-598-5292 for more information.

Registration deadline is Thursday, Sept. 21.

U.S. News lists Elmhurst College 3rd in Midwest for undergrad teaching College remains in Top 15 rankings as a Best College, Best Value, Best for Veterans

U.S. News & World Report, which publishes the nation’s best-known college rankings, places Elmhurst College third in the Midwest this year among colleges and universities known for the strength of their undergraduate teaching.

The Undergraduate Teaching category becomes the fourth in which Elmhurst has earned top-tier status, according to the publication’s rankings for 2018. The other categories are Best Regional Universities, Best Value and Best Colleges for Veterans, all in the Midwest.

In the Best Regional Universities category, Elmhurst ranks No. 11 this year out of 165 colleges and universities.

The College moved up a spot in the Best Colleges for Veterans category, from No. 10 last year to No. 9 this year.

This year marks the first time Elmhurst College has taken a top spot in the Undergraduate Teaching category. The school was cited third most often by college presidents, provosts and admission deans who were asked to nominate up to 10 schools in their category.

“At Elmhurst College we pride ourselves on our faculty members—their passion for teaching and their commitment to our students’ success. They personify what we do and why we do it, and our students are the beneficiaries,” said President Troy D. VanAken. “The U.S. News rankings are a great reinforcement by our institutional peers of something we’ve always known. I congratulate the faculty and the rest of the Elmhurst College community on this latest recognition.”

The full list of 2017 rankings is at usnews. com/colleges.

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Well-maintained Ranch home in prime Itasca location! 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, updated bathroom, ceramic tile wall, whirlpool tub, newer kitchen cabinets, spacious kitchen with eat-in area. Hardwood under carpet, full basement with rec room, potential 4th bedroom, & work/utility room.

Large 2.5 detached car garage surrounded by beautifully landscaped & fully fenced yard with back patio for entertainment. Just blocks away from award winning Itasca Park District and Raymond Benson Primary.

Close to Itasca down town, Train Station, Expressway, & Shopping $247,000

So Much To Love!

So Much To Love!

Don’t miss out on this 4 bed, 2 bath, 1,748 sq ft. move-in ready home. Be prepared to spend countless hours cozying up in your spacious natural light-filled Great Room complete w/ cathedral ceilings, wood burning fireplace & slider to

Don’t miss out on this 4 bed, 2 bath, 1,748 sq ft. move-in ready home. Be prepared to spend countless hours cozying up in your spacious natural light-filled Great Room complete w/ cathedral ceilings, wood burning fireplace & slider to access your .25 acre fully-fenced backyard. A flexible floorplan w/ main level bedroom & bathroom & 3 upstairs bedrooms allow for plenty of possibilities. Newly refinished hardwood floors (June ’17) in the living room, dining room, hallway & 1st floor bedroom, new carpet (September ’17) in Great room and stairs, & fresh paint are just a few of the many recent updates. $249,000

$249,000

LOOK AT THIS LOCATION!

Elmhurst’s Premier Builder, The McGovern Brothers have outdone themselves in this STUNNING home that is 1 BLOCK from Downtown Elmhurst! This home really has the luxury buyer’s checklist covered! Offering 4 Finished Floors, 7 $1,250,000

LOOK AT THIS LOCATION! Elmhurst’s Premier Builder, The McGovern Brothers have outdone themselves in this STUNNING home that is 1 BLOCK from Downtown Elmhurst! This home really has the luxury buyer’s checklist covered! Offering 4 Finished Floors, 7 Bedrooms & 6 Bathrooms, 5,412 square feet, One of the Most Glamorous Kitchens in Elmhurst with a 10 foot Island that you MUST see to believe, Thermador appliance package, walk in butler’s pantry! 2 fireplaces & Finished Basement with a Beautiful Full Bar, Outdoor pergola with Built in BBQ and beautiful hardscape PLUS generous greenspace for the kids to play! $1,250,000

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Newer Construction < $700k!

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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 $679,900

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! $679,900

Great Value in South Elmhurst

Great Value in South Elmhurst

Steps to Illinois Prairie Path and Spring Road shopping district. 75x140 Lot. Unique open floor plan. 4 car garage. 2 attached/2 detached. 4200 sq. ft on 1st/2nd floor. Finished basement with traditional pub style wet bar, workout room and $999,900

Sprawling Ranch!

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 $719,900 T! LEF ITS UN 3 LY ON

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. $719,900

Town Homes of Fountain Pointe

Town Homes of Fountain Pointe

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 $670,000

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. $670,000

Executive Home in Riverside

Executive Home in Riverside

Custom built executive home w/ open-floor plan feat. 5 beds & 4.5 baths in historic Riverside. Walk to train, school, town.

Inviting atmosphere w/ over 7500 SF of living space. 2-story formal foyer, custom cherry wood library/office, formal dining $1,495,000

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 $515,000

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. $515,000

This 3 Story 5 Bedroom / 4 Bathroom home has nearly 3,500 square feet & offers the vintage charm of yesteryear along with all the desires of today’s buyer. Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliance package, Incredible all-brick addition $754,000

Lincoln school new construction opportunity w/ Wise Builders.

Rare opportunity for corner lot that will offer south exposure to front elevation + 3 car attached garage. All the bells & whistles to be expected w/ this talented & experienced builder. Custom $1,198,000

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Lincoln school new construction opportunity w/ Wise Builders. Rare opportunity for corner lot that will offer south exposure to front elevation + 3 car attached garage. All the bells & whistles to be expected w/ this talented & experienced builder.

Custom kitchen, massive center island, full masonry fireplace, 1st floor office, HWF’s throughout, luxurious master w/ soaking tub, separate shower, & his & hers walk in closets.

FINISHED BASEMENT – 5th bedroom, full bath, rec room, & tons of storage. Plenty of time to customize & work side-by-side w/ builder that can make all your ideas come to life. Walk to Lincoln, Prairie Path, & Spring Rd Bus district. $1,198,000

This 3 Story 5 Bedroom / 4 Bathroom home has nearly 3,500 square feet & offers the vintage charm of yesteryear along with all the desires of today’s buyer. Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliance package, Incredible all-brick addition with over-sized family room, breathtaking Master Suite with Floor to Ceiling Windows of sweeping views of the 15,000 square foot lot & En Suite bathroom & huge walk-in closet, Great Au Pair Quarters on 3rd Flr. 3 car epoxied attached garage, plus an INCREDIBLE LOCATION, steps to new Washington Park, walk to town/train & schools & Prairie Path! Pride in Ownership shines bright in this lovely home! $754,000

First Floor End Unit!

First Floor End Unit!

Bright and cheery first floor end unit. Elevator building. New furnace /CAC. Common areas scheduled for remodeling this spring. Featuring open floor plan with SGD opening to large balcony accessible from MBR as well. Entertainment size DR $189,000

New in Lincoln

New in Lincoln

Custom built executive home w/ open-floor plan feat. 5 beds & 4.5 baths in historic Riverside.

Walk to train, school, town. Inviting atmosphere w/ over 7500 SF of living space. 2-story formal foyer, custom cherry wood library/office, formal dining rm, 28’ family rm w/ fireplace & 10’6” ceiling open to Studio 41 designed eat-in-kitchen.

1st floor features bedroom suite w/ ADA compliant full bath, laundry rm, powder rm w/ marble sinktop & sterling silver fixtures, mud rm, & attached 3-car heated garage. Central 3-story stairway leads up to a master bedroom w/ marble-tiled bath & separate granite-top vanities, heated whirlpool tub, steam shower, & heated floor. $1,495,000

Cherry Farm Tudor

Cherry Farm Tudor

Updates Throughout!

Updates Throughout!

Steps to Illinois Prairie Path and Spring Road shopping district. 75x140 Lot. Unique open floor plan. 4 car garage. 2 attached/2 detached. 4200 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. Solid brick construction. This beautiful home has many upgraded amenities. 4 beds on 2nd floor, 4 full private baths. Bedroom/office on 1st floor with 1/2 bath connected. Recently updated kitchen with white cabinets and grey island. New light fixtures and freshly painted. $999,900

Bright and cheery first floor end unit.

Elevator building. New furnace /CAC. Common areas scheduled for remodeling this spring. Featuring open floor plan with SGD opening to large balcony accessible from MBR as well.

Entertainment size DR and LR. Huge MBR w/private new bath, eat-in kitchen.

“Mad men” wet bar. Never ending storage and closet space. Assessment includes heat, gas, water, pool, exercise facility,etc. Party room.

Underground parking. Storage unit. In unit W/D!- Home sweet home! $189,000

Adorable 4 bed/2 bath Ranch!

Adorable 4 bed/2 bath Ranch!

Single story living at its finest! This oversized 2,155 SF ranch boasts 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a 2.5 car attached garage, HWFs throughout, separate dining rm & living rm w/ wood burning fireplace, & large family rm off kitchen that flows out to $399,900 PRICE REDUCTION!

Single story living at its finest! This oversized 2,155 SF ranch boasts 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a 2.5 car attached garage, HWFs throughout, separate dining rm & living rm w/ wood burning fireplace, & large family rm off kitchen that flows out to a paver brick patio w/ fenced yard. Set on a 60x145, professionally landscaped lot in one of Elmhurst’s most sought-after neighborhoods.

Walking distance to top-rated Elmhurst schools Jefferson & Viz Elem w/ bus service at the corner to Bryan JRHS. Blocks from the IL Prairie Path, Smalley Pool/Park, & the York/Vallette Business District. $399,900

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Suburban Bank & Trust is a branch of Hinsdale Bank & Trust Company. *No purchase necessary. Limit 3 boxes/bags per person. Hinsdale Bank & Trust Company assumes no liability for shredded items. 1. The bank does not charge its customers a monthly card usage fee.

No transaction charge at any ATM in the Allpoint, MoneyPass, or Sum surcharge-free networks. Other banks outside the network may impose ATM surcharges at their machines. Surcharge fees assessed by owners of other ATMs outside the network will be reimbursed.

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Those who put it all together

DEE LONGFELLOW PHOTOS Elmhurst Independent

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Elmhurst resident Joyce Slone lifts a glass — albeit it a tiny souvenir tasting cup — while chatting with Manny and Gary from Prairie Craft Beers. Everyone who attended received a souvenir cup and 18 tastPictured are the hard-working volunteers on the Beer Fest Committee, who made sure the event was a ing tickets to try different beers. success.

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Sports September 21, 2017 • 31

IC Catholic Prep defeats Chicago Christian on the road

Knights rack up 671 yards of offense

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

Gooooooal!

CHRIS FOX Elmhurst Independent

York junior Edwardo DelCarmen scored a goal in the second half of the Dukes 3-0 victory over Willowbrook on Saturday, Sept. 16 in Villa Park.

York gridders lose to Glenbard West Dukes still looking for first win of the season

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The York football team headed to Glen Ellyn for a Saturday matinee contest and lost 50-3 in West Suburban Conference Silver Division play.

The Dukes dropped to 0-4 with the

loss and 0-2 in conference.

Glenbard West scored the game’s first touchdown to take a 6-0 lead.

York cut the deficit to 6-3 with a first-quarter field goal.

However, Glenbard West put up three touchdowns in the second quar-

ter and scored 16 more points in the third quarter to pull away.

York returns to action Friday at home against defending WSC Silver Division champion Hinsdale Central before heading down the street in Week 6 to face Willowbrook.

The IC Catholic Prep football team lit up the scoreboard during its recent Metro Suburban Conference crossover game at Chicago Christian.

The Knights improved to 3-1 on the season with a 67-17 win over Chicago Christian in Palos Heights.

IC Catholic Prep, which has won 18 of its last 19 contests, opens MSC Blue Division play Friday at home against Elgin St. Edward.

In the final tune-up before conference play, quarterback Khalil Saunders completed all 13 of his passes for 247 yards and threw three touchdowns. CJ West and sophomore Tommy Ryan combined to complete 3 of 4 passes for 48 yards and one score.

On the ground, freshman Kyle Franklin ran seven times for 101 yards and scored two touchdowns.

Lazerick Eatman ran the ball 11 times for 76 yards and scored one touchdown. Freshman Will Cooke had eight carrier for 44 yards and a touchdown. Saunders ran five times for 52 yards and a touchdown, while West ran three times for 47 yards and a score. Max Cook had two carries for 28 yards and Ryan had one carry for 28 yards.

IC Catholic Prep piled up 376 yards of rushing on only 38 attempts, averaging nearly a first down (9.9 yards per carry) every time it rushed the ball.

Franklin had a long rush of 53 yards. West had a long carry of 29 yards, while Ryan had a long carry of 28 yards and Eatman had a 25-yard rush. Every IC Catholic Prep player that registered a rushing yard had a long carry of 16 or more yards.

On the evening, the Knights racked up 671 yards of total offense.

Junior Jacob Lytton had eight catches for 134 yards and a

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York senior Joh Chornij kicks the ball against Willowbrook in Villa Park on Saturday, Sept. 16.

sports

Dukes sophomore Paolo Favruzzi scored a first half goal in Yorkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 3-0 victory over the Warriors.

Junior Joe Reinhofer gets a pass in front of a Willowbrook defender.

DUKES VS. WARRIORS:

Soccer action CHRIS FOX PHOTOS Elmhurst Independent

York keeper Sam Kritikos led the Dukes to a shut-out over Willowbrook.

Sophomore Ethan Odor delivers a corner kick.

York improved its record to 5-4 with the win.

Jack Horn, a senior, makes a long pass for the Dukes.

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sports

IC Catholic Prep boys golf team continues winning ways Leahy shoots a pair of under-par 34s to help Knights secure three wins

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The IC Catholic Prep boys golf team put three more wins in its pocketbook.

The Knights moved to 8-1 overall and 6-1 in conference play after recording wins against Lisle, Wheaton Academy and Fenton.

In a 160-175 non-conference win against Lisle at River Bend Golf Course. Charlie Schoonveld was the meet medalist with a 1-over-par 37. Connon Leahy shot 38, while Charlie O’Brien shot 42 and Thomas Hilgart had a 43.

IC Catholic Prep then headed to Pheasant Run in St. Charles where it downed Wheaton Academy 167-

174 in conference play. Leahy was the meet medalist with a 3-under 34. Schoonveld shot 42, while Michael Carpanzano had a 45. Jake DeWitte, Charlie O’Brien and Michael Hilgart each shot 46.

The Knights then downed Fenton 151-169 at Maple Meadows in another conference match. Leahy again was the meet medalist with a 2-under 34. Schoonveld shot 39, while Hilgart checked in at 39 and O’Brien finished with a 40.

“Certainly it was a positive week with three wins and posting a 151 along the way,” noted IC Catholic Prep coach Don Sujack. “Connon might be under par for the month of September and Charlie is playing

Elgin St. Edward (3-1) at IC Catholic Prep (3-1) When: Friday, 7:30 p.m.

Where: Lewis Stadium at Plunkett Athletic Complex, Elmhurst Last week: IC Catholic Prep 67, Chicago Christian 17; St. Edward 56, Guerin Prep 8 Last year: IC Catholic Prep 49, St. Edward 3 Outlook: A pair of teams who did well in the non-conference portions of their schedule get together to open up the Metro Suburban Conference Blue Division portion of the slate. IC Catholic Prep rolled up over 670 yards of total offense in its win against Chicago Christian in Week 4. St. Edward, which according to one media report dressed 21 players in its win over Guerin Prep (which had 16 players, according to the story), holds wins against Metamora (44-26), Walther Christian (54-0) and Guerin Prep (56-0). The team’s only loss was to Chicago Hope (36-33). Heading into Week 4, the four teams St. Edward played so far had a combined record of 3-9 (Hope was 3-0 and the others were 0-3). IC Catholic Prep quarterback Khalil Saunders completed all his passes (13-for-13) in the win against Chicago Christian.

Hinsdale Central (3-1, 2-0) at York (0-4, 0-2) When: Friday, 7:30 p.m.

Where: York High School, Elmhurst Last week: Glenbard West 50, York 3; Hinsdale Central 33, Downers Grove North 3 Last year: Hinsdale Central 35, York 7 Outlook: York looks to end a four-game skid but must do so against the defending conference champions in Hinsdale Central. The Red Devils come to Elmhurst once again atop the West Suburban Silver standings in the early going. Hinsdale Central holds wins over Willowbrook, Oak-Park River Forest and Downers Grove North, all teams that were 2-1 heading into Week 4. Its lone loss was to St. Xavier out of Cincinnati, which was 3-0 heading into Week 4.

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touchdown. West caught a 72-yard touchdown pass, while junior Sean Hipskind had two catches for 33 yards. Both went for touchdowns.

Khali Saunders had two catches for 15 yards.

Lytton and Hipskind also had a combined 92 yards of kick return yardage.

On defense, sophomore Larry Chavez had 15 tackles, while sophomore Corties Draper and junior Kemon Reese each had six tackles.

Ryan Malek had a fumble recovery, while Hipskind had a pass deflection and a forced fumble.

Eatman also had a two-point conversion.

very well. I like that we had seven different guys post scores during the week. What we lack in consistency at the back end of our lineup, we’re offsetting with some depth.”

The Knights have regular-season duals remaining against Ridgewood at River Forest Country Club and Illiana Christian in St. John Ind. IC Catholic Prep girls volleyball The IC Catholic Prep girls volleyball team dropped a 25-17, 2516 non-conference decision to Rosary.

Nailah Landon led the Knights with six kills. Isabella Leslie had

15 digs. Maya Stovall had four kills and one ace. Sophie Hurt had 13 assists and four digs, while Josie Lytton had two kills and two digs.

Kayla Hood had one kill.

The loss put IC Catholic Prep at 5-5 overall. The Knights were 2-1 in Metro Suburban Conference Blue Division play through late last week.

IC Catholic Prep boys cross country In recent action, the IC Catholic Prep boys cross country team competed in the Knights Invitational.

Casey Kristie paced the Knights

with a 27th-place time of 18:25.

The IC Catholic Prep frosh-soph top placer in the invite was Liam Dacre, who took 40th with a time of 21:58.

The Knights also competed in a triangular meet with Valeo Academy and Christ the King. Coach Jeff Fredrickson noted the Knights now appear to have a new 1-2 punch with Kristie and Pat Shannon finishing in front of the third-place finisher by two minutes. IC Catholic Prep had wins against both teams.

IC Catholic Prep will compete at Harvest Christian on Sept. 23.

Timothy Christian girls volleyball team records two more conference wins

Trojans lose setter Westra to injury at St. Viator tournament

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Timothy Christian girls volleyball team ran its Metro Suburban Conference Red Division mark to 5-0 and set up a showdown with Chicago Christian for the conference lead this week.

Timothy recorded recent conference wins against St. Edward and Walther Christian.

In a 25-16, 25-13 win over St. Edward, Tracy Westra had 15 assists, five kills and three aces. Emily DeBoer added three kills and four blocks, while Heidi Westra had four kills and nine digs. Rachel Stoll had five kills, two blocks and seven digs and Abygale Ahn had 10 digs and four assists.

The Trojans also downed Walther

Christian 25-15, 25-16. Rachel Stoll had 12 assists, four aces and five digs. Heidi Westra had three kills and five aces. Olivia Schuringa had seven kills and four digs. Maggie Troxel had five kills and eight digs and Ahn had nine digs.

Timothy also finished 2-3 at the St. Viator tournament. The Trojans defeated Elgin Larkin and Elk Grove in pool play, but lost to Mundelein Carmel, Rockford Keith Country Day and Bolingbrook.

“I knew it would be a rougher day because it’s a strong tournament and Tracy (Westra) got hurt at practice and was out since Wednesday,” said Timothy coach Scott Piersma. “We were playing with a different lineup and a different setter. We lost to Carmel and Keith Country Day af-

ter pool play and both of them are strong teams. Carmel is a 4A team and Keith Country Day is a Class 1A team and is phenomenal. They beat Carmel. We know things would be tough without Tracy at setter.”

Piersma thought the team held its own throughout the tournament given the circumstances. “Against Bolingbrook we didn’t play our best, but kudos to the girls for sticking with us and trying some new stuff,” he said.

Piersma felt Rachel Stoll, who stepped in at setter, did a good job directing the office. “Rachel has set for us in the past. She set in one tournament last year,” he said. “She did a good job.”

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York girls cross-country team shows promise after recent meet

Dukes boys cross-country fares well at Steelman Invitational

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The York girls cross-country team logged a pair of recent strong finishes in invitationals.

York took sixth at the Richard Spring Invitational hosted by Peoria Notre Dame at Detweller Park in Peoria.

Junior Sarah May was 11th with a time of 18:07.8. Erin Davies was 26th at 18:36.1. Katherine Tomaska was 56th at 18:56.3. Sarah Pinkowski, a junior, was 120th at 19:38.6 and sophomore Emma Kern was 121st at 19:38.8.

“We have a solid group of five or six girls who are running well,” said York coach Lauren DeAngelis earlier last week.

DeAngelis noted Kern, a soph-

omore, has been picking things up of late. “Emma is coming out of her shell and is running well,” she said.

“Sarah May has been very solid and Erin and Katherine are solid as well.”

DeAngelis added York had a less than 10-second split of its first through fourth runners at the recent Lake Park Invitational.

Kern and fellow sophomore Lydia Hickey have been key contributors along with veteran varsity runners.

“The two sophomores were not on varsity last year, but they ran varsity for track and were part of the 4-by8 state team,” said DeAngelis. “The young part of the team has been helping and the veterans we have are very solid leaders. Sarah May still is only a junior. It will be an exciting year for her.”

York was second at Lake Park behind only West Suburban Conference Silver Division foe Glenbard West.

“Glenbard West is tough. They are phenomenal with their one, two and three runners but they definitely have left the door open for four and five,” said DeAngelis. “Everybody in the state is trying to have that tight 1-5 pack. We’re definitely getting stronger. We have a lot of young talent we are developing. We’re preaching it’s all about pack running. That’s how you beat teams with one or two strong girls. You need to have that tight pack.”

York boys cross country The York boys’ cross-country took seventh at the Richard Spring

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York girls tennis team wins Buffalo Grove Invitational Dukes defeat Oak-Park River Forest for first time since 2013

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The York girls tennis team recently enjoyed a strong run that included a tournament title and a victory over a key conference opponent.

The Dukes won the eight-team Buffalo Grove Invitational by making it to the finals in six of the seven flights. York also went 6-1 in super-tiebreakers there.

“The girls played very consistent tennis,” said York coach Tres Heimann. “They were really able to dig in during a lot of the close matches and find a way to prevail.”

York won the tournament title with 44 points, five points ahead of second-place Libertyville.

Melissa Cartis took second at No.1 singles. She won her first match 6-2, 6-1 over Hersey and downed Libertyville 7-6 (1), 3-6, (10-6) in the semifinals before losing to Warren in the final.

Gianna Nikoleit finished second at No. 2 singles. She won 6-2, 6-1 over Hersey and 6-0, 6-4 over Maine South in the semifinals. Nikoleit lost to Libertyville in the finale.

Aleksina Jovic won the No. 3 singles title. She won her opener 6-1, 6-2 against Warren and downed Buffalo Grove 6-0, 6-0 in the semifinals. Jovic was a 6-2, 6-2 winner over Libertyville in the final.

In doubles, Cate Duhig and Isabella Nicoli went 1-2 at the No. 1 doubles flight and took sixth. They defeated Hersey in their second match of the day.

Lauren Fonorow and Eva Jacobsthal won the No. 2 doubles flight. They defeated Lake Zurich 6-4, 6-1 and recorded a 6-3, 6-7 (5), (10-4) win in the semifinals over Libertyville and defeated CaryGrove 7-6 (6), 6-1 in the final.

Jacki Riek and Rachel Kayman took second at No. 3 doubles. They were 6-3, 0-6, (10-7) winners over Lake Zurich and 4-6, 6-1, (10-6) winners over Buffalo Grove in the semifinals. Riek and Kayman lost a tiebreaker in the title match to Libertyville (3-6, 6-4, (10-5)).

Micki Neidigh and Elysia Woodward won the No. 4 doubles flight.

They were 7-5, 6-1 winners over Buffalo Grove and 6-7 (4), 6-3, (104) winners in the semifinals against Warren. Neidigh and Woodward downed Maine South 6-2, 0-6, (106) for the title.

In other recent action, York was a 6-2 winner over Wheaton North in non-conference play at Berens Park in Elmhurst. York split sets at four positions and won each of the four super-tiebreakers. Heimann noted his team had won 10 of its last 11 super-tiebreakers dating back to Sept. 9.

“Our girls are showing some great mental toughness on the court,” he said. “When a match splits, it comes down to focus, confidence and intensity. Our girls have really played well in those situations.”

Against Wheaton North, Duhig was a 1-6, 6-4, (10-7) winner at No.

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The York girls tennis team shows off the hardware after winning the eight-team Buffalo Grove Invitational.

2 singles. Siva Sreedhar was a 6-7 (5), 6-3, (10-6) winner at No. 4 singles.

Cartis and Jovic were 4-6, 6-1, (10-7) winners at No. 1 doubles.

Riek and Nicoli were 3-6, 6-2, (105) winners at No. 2 doubles. Fonorow and Cristina Gamboa won 6-0, 6-0 at No. 3 doubles. Kayman and Jessica Paist were 6-1, 6-1 winners at No. 4 doubles.

York continued its winning ways with a 4-3 West Suburban Conference Silver Division win against Oak Park-River Forest. The win moved the Dukes to 12-7 overall and 1-2 in WSC Silver play.

It was York’s first victory over OPRF since 2013.

York swept the singles division, all in straight sets. Heimann noted the match came down to the No. 4 doubles spot where Paist, a senior, and Kayman, a sophomore, dropped

the first set 1-6 and were down 4-5 in the second set, one game away from losing the match.

Paist and Kayman came back to win the second set in a tiebreaker and won the third by a 6-3 score to clinch the conference dual win. After the OPRF match, York had won 11 of its last 12 matches that have split sets.

Cartis won 6-2, 6-2 at No. 1 singles for York. Nikoleit was a 6-2, 6-2 winner at No. 3 singles, while Jovic won 6-0, 6-3 at No. 3 singles.

Kayman and Paist were 1-6, 7-6 (4), 6-3 winners at No. 4 doubles.

Through the OPRF match, Fonorow was leading the team with a 15-5 mark. Nikoleit was 14-7. Jacobsthal was 13-7 and Cartis was 13-8. Woodward was 12-3 and Neidigh was 12-4. Kayman was 11-5, while Wendy Zhang (10-2), Sreedhar (10-3) and Jovic all had 10 wins.

York P.E. department holds community wellness event Development of healthy habits and potential career opportunities stressed

By Mike Miazga Correspondent The York physical education department is taking the topic of wellness to another level.

The P.E. department recently teamed with Elmhurst-based Pure Barre to host a community wellness event at the school.

“It’s open to all community members and students,” said P.E./ Health/Driver’s Education Chair Lauren DeAngelis, who also is York’s girls cross-country coach and an assistant track and field coach. “We want to get people exposed to new fitness See WELLNESS EVENT, Page 36

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• Cross-country Invitational held in Peoria.

Sean MacGregor was 10th with a time of 15:02.3. Tim Stevenson took 11th with a time of 15:04.2. Jackson Bode was 70th with a time of 15:52.6. Daniel Klysh was 75th with a time of 15:56.2 and Max Albers was 135th with a time of 16:24.1.

Earlier, the Dukes took second at the Steelman Invitational. York finished with 42 points. Plainfield South won the meet with 40 points. York had four runners in the top 10.

MacGregor was the meet runner-up with a time of 15:30. Stevenson placed third at 15:31. Klysh was seventh at 15:46, while John Rosak was eighth at 15:46. Eddie Ryan was 22nd at 16:23. Klysh is a sophomore.

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(Continued from page 33) In the open race at the Steelman invite, York’s Johnny Sciabica was fourth at 16:41. Albers was seventh at 16:47. Jack Manning was 11th at 17:00, while Jaxon Lucas-Bates was 12th at 17:01. Thomas Brown was 15th at 17:33. Luke Ahern was 23rd at 18:08 and Danny Chrisman was 25th at 18:15.

York won the frosh-soph Steelman title going away with 32 points. St. Charles North was the next-closest foe with 94 points.

Ethan Kern, a sophomore, won the frosh-soph title with a time of 16:24.

Brian Pratt was third at 16:49. Johnny Brennan was sixth at 17:11. Will Yasdick was eighth at 17:14 and Michael Moriarty was 14th at 17:23.

York boys golf team has tremendous week Koeppen medals in Dukes girls’ golf team’s win against Willowbrook

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The York boys golf team has put itself in the position of a prime contender for the West Suburban Conference Silver Division crown.

The Dukes scored recent WSC Silver wins against Lyons Township and Glenbard West to move their record to 6-1 overall and a perfect 5-0 in conference play. York’s only dual loss this season has been a 2-stroke setback to Maine South.

In a 148-156 win over Lyons Township, Blair Faber shot a 1-over-par 36 to lead York. Matt Buckley and Jake Brown each shot 37s, while Aidan Mann and Sam Bartolone each had 38s. Josh LaBounty finished with a 40.

York then downed host Glenbard West 156-158 at Village Links. Mann shot 38 and also eagled the 10th hole from 88 yards out. Brown and Bartolone each shot 39s. Casey O’Malley, Buckley and LaBounty each shot 40s.

Earlier, York was 10th out of 23 teams at the Batavia Invitational with a 332. Brown led the way with an 81.

Mann shot 82, while LaBounty shot 83 and Buckley finished with an 86.

“We had a great week,” said York coach Jim Borel.

“We beat a very strong Lyons Township team and narrowly beat Glenbard West at their home course.

Lyons and Glenbard West are very strong programs and to beat both of them in one week was quite an accomplishment.”

York was scheduled to play Hinsdale Central earlier

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Heidi Westra moved to the outside hitter position at St. Viator. “Heidi Westra has to figure out and know she is our best player,” said Piersma.

“She’s played middle all year to fill a hole, but we hadn’t been getting kills from the outside. Balls weren’t finding the floor, despite us doing a good job of keeping the ball alive. We put Heidi on the outside in the tournament and it’s pretty apparent she has to play outside for us. The question now is who is going to step in the middle? We have a lot of moving pieces this year. Last year we knew Kendra (Teune) and Ava (Venema) put balls on the floor and there was no doubt about it. This year who is

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this week at Maple Meadows. The Red Devils brought in an identical 5-0 mark to the match.

“The match will be played on our home course and all our kids are looking forward to playing them straight up with the conference championship on the line,” said Borel.

Through late last week, York was averaging 156.24 for nine holes. LaBounty was tops on the team with a 38.75 average. Mann checked in at 39.2, while Buckley was at 39.3. O’Malley was at 40.11, while Brown was averaging 40.13. Bartolone was next at 40.6.

York girls golf The York girls golf team split a pair of West Suburban Conference matches with Hinsdale Central and Willowbrook at both levels.

York lost 167-192 to Hinsdale Central at Oak Brook Golf Club. Bella Bartolone shot 46. Katie Wegmann finished with a 48. Jenna Koeppen and Allison Evans each shot 49.

York’s junior varsity lost 168-193 at Sugar Creek in Villa Park. Claudia Schreiber shot 45. Elle Borchardt and Nora Foley each shot 49s. Julia Filosa rounded out the scoring for the Dukes.

York then defeated Willowbrook 158-176 at Twin Lakes.

Koeppen was the medalist with a 38. Wegmann shot 39, while Bartolone shot 40. Allison Evans finished with a 41.

York’s JV won 171-206 over Willowbrook. Borchardt and Foley shared medalist honors with 39s. Aileen Horn shot 45 and Schreiber shot 48.

going to end up plays when we need it? We’re trying to find where people are going to step up and do that now.

Overall, we didn’t do bad at St. Viator.”

Now Timothy will prepare for today’s road match in the south suburbs against rival Chicago Christian.

“We’re undefeated in conference and we have Chicago Christian coming up and I’m sure they are going to be undefeated in conference as well,” said Piersma. “If we come out lifeless and dull against Chicago Christian, they will walk all over us.

We have to figure things out and we know we can. The challenge is we have short timeframes now where we

• Wellness event opportunities. Pure Barre is more strength training with small, slower movements. It’s definitely a different workout. The first time I did it I thought it was going to be easy, but the next day I couldn’t walk because I was so sore.”

DeAngelis noted the P.E. department at York is in the midst of a major wellness push. “We want kids to develop healthy habits and be involved in the community,” she said.

DeAngelis lauded the efforts of York P.E. teacher John Constable, the former York girls basketball coach, in particular.

“John brings in different fitness businesses to his personal fitness

aren’t practicing three days in a row.

We have a day here and then play a match and a day there. It’s tough to work on new things in the middle of the season.”

Piersma liked the team’s performance in the two conference wins prior to St. Viator. “We played very well against St. Edward,” he said. “It was probably the best we played all year. The scores made it look like St. Edward is no good. That’s not true.

We just played very well.”

Timothy also played Illiana Christian in Lansing earlier this week and will head to the Manteno tournament this weekend in search of its seventh title in a row there.

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class to help students get exposed to different ideas,” she said. “They come in and showcase what they do. He’s had a self-defense company come in before. It’s fun for the kids.

I’m fortunate to work with a lot of awesome individuals in the department. John is one of the people that has taken the lead a ton on it. He’s done a tremendous job promoting it within the community and within the student population.”

DeAngelis added the department also is exposing students to potential career opportunities down the road.

“York promotes these different partnership opportunities outside of school,” she said. “It develops an

interest for these kids to perhaps get into a career in health care, physical education or fitness. They are getting exposed to health and fitness opportunities beyond high school.”

Additionally, being exposed to these different health and fitness opportunities can help students with their own physical fitness well past high school.

“They are getting exposed to lifelong activities,” DeAngelis said.

“They are learning about things such as heart-rate monitors. We’re pushing fitness activities kids can do on their own that don’t require a lot of equipment. We want to establish healthy habits for them.”

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York harriers Sarah Pinkowski (#9341) and Emma Kern (#9335) race for the finish line in the final 200 meters of the Richard Spring Invitational, which was held Detweiller Park in Peoria. Pinkowski finished the three-mile race in 19 minutes, 38.6 seconds, which was good 120th. Kern took 121st in 19:38.8.

York junior Eddie Ryan (#9361) runs his way to a 175th place finish at the Richard Spring Invitational, which was held at Detweiller Park in Peoria. Detweiller Park will be the site of the IHSA State Finals in seven weeks. Ryan finished the three-mile race in 16 minutes, 39.8 seconds.

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many Elmhurst residents. This test will be in place through Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017. If the survey results for Test #3 show low community feedback, it is possible that this RRP will be the Chicago Department of Aviation’s long-term plan for designated nighttime runway use.

The City of Elmhurst is asking

all residents to help now by visiting elmhurst.org/voiceconcern . Residents are asked to fill out a 5-minute survey to voice concern on the RRP Test #3 and its impact on Elmhurst. It is recommended that residents respond to questions #15 and #21 with the answer, “NO”.

Every Elmhurst resident can make a difference. If there are lim-

itations to accessing the Internet, it is recommended that residents call (800) 435-9569 to voice concern. By voicing concern, residents are supporting fair distribution of nighttime air traffic that minimizes the current noise impact on residents in our community.

For more information, visit elmhurst.org/voiceconcern.

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LEGAL NOTICE / PUBLIC NOTICE THE FOLLOWING IS A STATEMENT BY JOHN W. VALLE, SUPERVISOR/TREASURER OF YORK TOWNSHIP, DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, OF THE AMOUNT OF PUBLIC FUNDS RECEIVED AND DISBURSED DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING MARCH 31, 2017 AND A SUMMARY OF OPERATIONS OF ALL FUNDS AS EXCERPTED FROM THE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT AS FILED WITH THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. I JOHN W. VALLE BEING DULY SWORN SUPERVISOR/TREASURER OF YORK TOWNSHIP STATE THAT THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT IS A CORRECT STATEMENT OF THE AMOUNT OF PUBLIC FUNDS ON HAND AT THE COMMENCEMENT OF THE FISCAL YEAR,THE AMOUNT OF PUBLIC FUNDS RECEIVED AND THEIR SOURCES AND THE AMOUNT EXPENDED AND THEIR PURPOSES AS SET FORTH IN THIS STATEMENT. JOHN W. VALLE JOHN W. VALLE SUPERVISOR/TREASURER REVENUE SUMMARY MARCH 31, 2017 NONMAJOR GOVERNMENTAL GENERAL FUNDS 2017 REVENUES $5,627,737 PROPERTY TAXES $4,582,301 $1,045,436 REPLACEMENT TAXES $144,325 $106,441 $250,766 CHARGES FOR SERVICES $79,654 -0$79,654 $18,717 INVESTMENT INCOME $15,328 $3,389 MISCELLANEOUS $148,023 $11,185 $159,208 VENDOR SUMMARY: A & P GREASE TRAPPERS INC 2,700: ABLE CONCRETE 17,634: ADVANCED DRAINAGE SYSTEMS 6,493: ALARM DETECTION SYSTEMS, INC. 5,124: ALL TRAFFIC SOLUTIONS INC 3,895: AMALGAMATED BANK 1,413,686: AMERICAN ROAD MAINTENANCE 113,319: ANDY’S ELECTRIC 3,730: SYNCHRONY BANK 2,930: BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF ILL 538,423: BREN CONCRETE 19,320: CAMBRIDGE PRINTING CORPORATION 24,580: CITI CARDS 5,679: CLARKE ENVIRONMENTAL COMMONWEALTH EDISON CO. 105,763: COMPASS MINERALS 45,423: COSTAR REALTY INFO. INC 3,741: CURRIE MOTORS 70,795: DELUXE AUTOMOTIVE 10,472: DUPAGE COUNTY DIVISION OF 2,608: ELMHURST-CHICAGO STONE COMPNAY 3,201: CITY OF ELMHURST 27,834: FOUR SEASONS 11,165: FIRST COMMUNICATIONS 9,268: GROOT INDUSTRIES INC 4,815: H.W. LOCHNER, INC 59,755: ILL MUNICIPAL ETIREMENT FUND 339,318: ILL. DEPT. OF REVENUE 66,840: IMRF-VOLUNTERY ADD CONTRI 25,532: J&D LAWNCARE 29,310: JRM CONSULTING INC 52,119: JX PETERBILT BOLINGBROOK 155,348: K.HOVING RECYCLING & DISPOSAL 4,407: KIEFT BROS., INC. 3,932: METLIFE SMALL BUSINESS CENTER 15,977: MIDLAND PLUMBING AND SEWER 16,959: MILTON TOWNSHIP 3,750: MIRIANI & ASSOCIATES, LTD 9,250: NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS 3,073: NICOR GAS 27,858: OFFICE DEPOT CREDIT PLAN 3,572: OLD NATIONAL INSURANCE 3,042: PRINCIPAL FINANCIAL GROUP 19,968: PRO WRENCH TRUCK SERVICE INC 2,602: ROBBINS, SCHWARTZ, NICHOLAS, LTD. 27,222: SHAMOKIN TREE CARE INC 3,400: SHERIFF OF DU PAGE COUNTY 106,228: STAPLES BUSINESS ADVANTAGE 6,014: STATE DISBURSEMENT UNIT 24,490: TOIRMA 108,713: TURBO TECHNOLOGIES INC. 4,734: TWIN SUPPLIES, LTD. 12,935: TOWNSHIP HIGHWAY COMMISIONERS 2,800: U.S. FOODSERVICE, INC. 70,090: VILLAGE OF LOMBARD 13,535: VILLAGE OF OAK BROOK 27,355: VILLAGE OF VILLA PARK 3,403: VINTAGE TECH LLC 7,588: VISA 5,435: JOHN HANCOCK 48,615: EFPTS 515,442: WARD DOOR SPECIALISTS 6,415: WEST TOWN REFRIGERATION CORP 59,777: WESTMORE SUPPLY CO 17,355: WEX BANK 9,187: TOTAL OTHERS LESS THAN $2,500: 185,157: TOTAL VENDORS 4,637,991 PAYROLL: UNDER $25,000: HAILEY BENO: HEATHER BOE: ROSEMARY CLARK: ANTHONY A. CUZZONE: ROBERT D. FARMAR: BARBARA A. FINN: RICHARD R. HAMLIN: JOSEPH R. KIERAS: DANIEL J. KORDIK: VERNON C. KUERSCHNER: JOSEPH A. LASKERO: DANIEL R. LINDEEN: JOHN MORRISSEY: LAURA D. MOODY: ROBERT PAULEY: ANITA QUAID: SUE RENDALL: JAMES J. SPRATT SR.: RAE RUPPSRCH: TINA STELLINGS: LORRAINE TADLOCK: MARK WOLLENBERG: FROM $25,000 TO $49,999 NICHOLAS BERKSHIRE: JOAN C. BIBA: LISA A.BOSMA: MEGAN C. BEGLIN: ALEJANDRO CHAVEZ: LINDA M. COCHRANE: THOMAS R. CONRAD: MARCOS J. ERAZO: JUAN M. FRAGOSO: JUDITH A. GRILLO: SHARON A. KUDERNA: ANGELA M. TANNER: DAVID R. ZORN: FROM $50,000 TO $74,999: MICHAEL D. ADAMS: CHRIS R. ANDERSON: NADIA M. HAJDUK: NORA HARDY: MICHAEL C. MARIANI: JULIE A. PATTERSON: RONALD J. PAJDA: PAMELA T. SARNO: STACY L. SCHROEDER: LINDA K. TREGLER: JOHN W. VALLE: HARTLEY R. WILSON: JUDITH A. WOLDMAN: FROM $75,000 TO $99,999: FRED W. BENO: KENNETH DEICKE: RHONDA S. PAVLICA: JERALD L. RUDMAN: RICHARD L. SCHROEDER: MICHAEL P. TERRAFINO: $100,000 AND OVER DEANNA WILKINS: TOTAL PAYROLL 2,225,132 CERTIFICATION I, DAN KORDIK, TOWN CLERK OF YORK TOWNSHIP, DUPAGE COUNTY, Illinois do hereby certify that the above is a true copy of the Annual Treasurer’s Report for the fiscal year ending MARCH 31, 2017.

DAN KORDIK DAN KORDIK, TOWN CLERK (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent, Villa Park Independent & Elmhurst Independent Sept. 21, 2017) 294706

at the Judicial Center, 505 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, Illinois, on or before 10-20-17 a default may be entered against you at any time after that date and a Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage be entered against you in accordance with the prayer of said petition.

Silvia L. Ibarra 09-13-17 CHRIS KACHIROUBAS CHRIS KACHIROUBAS Clerk of the Eighteenth Circuit Court (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Sept. 21, 28 & Oct. 5, 2017) 294792 STATE OF ILLINOIS CIRCUIT COURT DUPAGE COUNTY NOTICE OF FILING A REQUEST ORDER FOR NAME CHANGE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0075516 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on AUGUST 29, 2017, wherein the business firm of BETSY MARKWALD PHOTOGRAPHY LOCATED AT 1010 S SAYLOR AVENUE, 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) ELIZABETH MARKWALD, HOME ADDRESS 1010 S SAYLOR AVENUE, ELMHURST, IL 60126-0000.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 29TH day of AUGUST, A.D. 2017.

PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Sept. 7, 14 & 21, 2017) 293631 NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0075548 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on SEPTEMBER 11, 2017, wherein the business firm of WOJTEK TRZECIAK REMODELING LOCATED AT 173 EDGEBROOK ROAD, WOOD DALE, IL 60191-1945 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) WOJCIECH TRZECIAK, HOME ADDRESS 173 EDGEBROOK ROAD, WOOD DALE, IL 60191-1945.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 11TH day of SEPTEMBER, A.D. 2017.

PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Sept. 21, 28 & Oct. 5, 2017) 294569

In my opinion Request of: Harry Raj

(ADULT)

2017MR001172 Case Number There will be a court hearing on my request to change my name from: Harry Raj is changed to: Hardev Raj The court hearing will be held: on 10-12-2017 at 9:00 a.m. at 505 N. County Farm, Wheaton, IL 60187 in Courtroom # 2007.

HARRY RAJ Harry Raj (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Sept. 7, 14 & 21, 2017) 293104 STATE OF ILLINOIS CIRCUIT COURT DUPAGE COUNTY PUBLICATION NOTICE OF COURT DATE FOR REQUEST FOR NAME CHANGE (ADULT) Request of: Anna Angelina Kennedy 2017MR001196 Case Number There will be a court date on my Request to change my name from: Anna Angelina Kennedy to the new name of: Montgomery Angel Kennedy The court date will be held: on Oct. 23, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. at 505 N. County Farm Rd., Wheaton 60187 in Courtroom # 2005.

ANNA KENNEDY Anna A. Kennedy (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Sept. 7, 14 & 21, 2017) 293444 NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0075555 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on SEPTEMBER 12, 2017, wherein the business firm of MJD CONSULTING AND MARKETING SERVICES LOCATED AT 278 E. ALPINE DRIVE, GLENDALE HEIGHTS, IL 60139-2159 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) MARILOU DANGALAN, HOME ADDRESS 278 E. ALPINE DRIVE, GLENDALE HTS, IL 60139-2159; NAME OF PERSON(S) RICARDO DANGALAN, HOME ADDRESS 278 E. ALPINE DRIVE, GLENDALE HTS, IL 60139-2159.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 12TH day of SEPTEMBER, A.D. 2017.

PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent Sept. 21, 28 & Oct. 5, 2017) 295087

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UNITED STATES OF AMERICA STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF DU PAGE IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF SILVIA L. IBARRA PETITIONER VS SUADY Y. BAILON RESPONDENT 2017D001808 CASE NUMBER DOMESTIC RELATIONS PUBLICATION The requisite affidavit for publication hav-

How would you like to be remembered?

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In a 2011 interview of singer Helen Reddy (who will be 76 in October) she was asked, “How would you like to be remembered?”

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That reply struck me. Helen was hugely popular in the 1970’s, her biggest hit “I Am Woman.” She had 15 singles in the Top 40, three that went to number one. In her native country, and here in the states, she was a very big deal.

Helen Reddy was the first Australian to host her own onehour weekly primetime television variety show on an American network, along with several specials that were seen in more than 40 countries. She was the first Australian to land many accomplishments like a Hollywood star and to top the US music charts. (The Bee Gees and Olivia Newton John were actually born in England and raised in Australia.)

Her homeland, where she lives now after living in America during the height of her career, holds her in quiet reverence. She is an Australian success story. She is anybody’s success story.

And she has given up the limelight. She prefers to live in a small apartment and go about her life (doing motivational speaking and hypnotism) without calling attention to herself. Helen wants to walk around town and not have anyone know who she is. She wants a normal life.

A normal life, and she doesn’t care if she is remembered or not, only that any good she has done lives on. I love that. Most of us live a “normal” life and don’t have interviewers ask us how we would like to be remembered.

So I am asking you. How would you answer that question? How would you like to be remembered?

What is the first thing that comes to mind? I probably would say something like, “I hope I am remembered as someone who showed kindness and love.”

Notice the first words. I hope I

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EAG Fall Members Show features original art by local artists spired by a hike in Joshua Tree National Park, in California.

“I enjoy creating prints which reflect my life experiences,” said Calvert. “Sometimes the subject is easily identifiable, sometimes, less so. Hearing how others interpret and relate to my work adds to my personal story.”

Personal experiences by the artists inform other works, such as “Corner Diner,” a watercolor by Bret Steinhaus, which is an exquisitely urban image of a man and his glass reflections, seated inside a diner underneath the Chicago CTA “L” tracks.

The urban experience continues with Tony Abboreno’s painting “Crown Fountain at Millenium Park,” depicting the tall iconic fountain with a face spitting a stream of water on the crowd of children and adults, tourists

This is “Corner Diner,” a watercolor by Bret Steinhaus, one of the artist whose work will be on display at the upcoming Elmhurst Art Guild Fall Members Show, which opens Sept. 24.

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The Fall Members Show presents the contemporary artwork of 50plus emerging local artists from the greater Chicago area. Their breadth of styles and medium encompasses dramatically different artworks including watercolor, ceramics, oil, acrylic, digital, collage, photographic and sculptural works involving landscapes, portraits, abstract and other styles.

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Most artworks in the exhibit are available for purchase.

“The EAG Gallery provides an opportunity to acquire great art by living artists at affordable prices.

Purchases enrich the lives of the collectors, make our homes and offices more interesting, and support the artists as well as the Guild and the Elmhurst Art Museum,” said Cassie Swierenga, EAG President.

The exhibition can be viewed during regular Museum hours,

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm and Friday from 11 am to 7 pm. Admission is $9 adults / $8 seniors except the first Friday of each month which is the Museum’s free admission day.

EAM and Guild members, students and children under 18 are admitted free.

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This summer, Allison Groch, 21, of Elmhurst spent three weeks in Thailand helping animals, discovering Thai culture, and learning hands-on what it’s like to be a veterinarian. Traveling with study-abroad organization Loop Abroad, Allison was selected as part of a small team that volunteered giving care at a dog shelter and spent COURTESY PHOTO Elmhurst Independent a week working directly Pictured is Elmhurst resident Allison with rescued elephants at Groch feeding an elephant in Thailand, an elephant sanctuary. which she visited as part of the Loop The Veterinary Service Aboard program, which offers veterinary program brings students and animal science study opportunities to Thailand for two weeks for students not only in Thailand, but also to volunteer alongside in South Africa and Australia. Allison is a veterinarians from the senior at Augustana College, majoring in U.S. and Thailand. For Biology. one week, Allison and her team volunteered at the Elephant Nature Park in northern Thailand to work hands-on with the giant animals and learn about animal rescue and conservation on a larger scale. The Elephant Nature Park is home to more than 60 elephants, which have been rescued from trekking, logging, or forced breeding programs. Many of them had been abused and suffer from chronic injuries or blindness.

At the Elephant Nature Park, they are cared for by volunteers from all over the world. Allison helped to feed, bathe, and care for elephants, as well as learn about their diagnoses alongside an elephant vet.

The Elephant Nature Park is also home to more than 1,000 animals, including cats, dogs, water buffalo, horses, and cows, and is sustained in large part by the work of weekly volunteers like Allison.

For the other week, Allison volunteered at the Animal Rescue Kingdom dog shelter in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The shelter is home to more than 100 dogs who have been rescued after being abandoned, beaten, or abused. While the dogs can be adopted, any who are not will be cared for by the shelter for their entire lives.

While she studied under the veterinarians leading her group, Allison and her team made a difference in the lives of these dogs. By providing check-ups and cleanings, diagnosing and treating ear and eye problems, taking and testing blood, administering vaccines, cleaning and treating wounds, and helping with sterilization surgeries, the students were able to help support the health and well-being of these dogs.

Allison selected to add an additional week to her service project in Thailand so that she could have some time to explore Thai culture and wildlife more deeply. From learning to meditate with a Buddhist monk, to trekking through a hilltribe village in the mountains, to learning to cook Thai food on an organic farm, she had a true travel adventure.

Loop Abroad has animal science and veterinary programs for students and young adults age 14 to 30, and offers financial aid and fundraising help. Admission to veterinary programs is selective and Allison was chosen based on her transcript, admissions essay, and professional references. For more information, visit LoopAbroad.com.

Allison is a senior at Augustana College, majoring in Biology.

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“I love experiencing every season and especially the colors and weather of Fall. I love that the change of a season can instantly change my mood and affect my joy,” said Bjerga.

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Those will be guiding words for today, and hopefully every day.

How about you? What is your reply? Let me know!

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am remembered. Helen said she didn’t care if she was remembered or not. Just the good she has done is what matters. That may be the essence of what I replied but I still premised it with I hope I am remembered.

Fascinating. I want to shift my thinking to be more like that of who cares if I am remembered, as long as kindness and love live on. Not my kindness or my love, but that kindness and love expanded during my lifetime.

Ask yourself the question and see what reply is the first thing that bubbles up. For me, now it is a simple reply, “Kindness and love.”

How would you like to be remembered? Kindness and love.

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Oktoberfest presents many spirited activities and events in downtown New Glarus, Wi. including live music, great food, wagon rides, chainsaw carving, plus plenty of family fun.

Live music in festival tent all weekend. Visit Swisstown.com for more information.

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Lake Horton, a 13-acre manmade fishing lake, is stocked for anglers wanting to catch largemouth bass, channel catfish and bluegill. Although there are no boat docks or boat rentals, a primitive boat launch is available. Only electric trolling motors are allowed.

Nauvoo State Park offers 150 camping spaces, equally divided between Class A and Class B areas. A youth group area is centrally located in the park. Don’t forget to ask for permission--all campers must obtain a permit for overnight camping from the park office, and groups of 25 or more must get advance permission before entering the park.

At 1.5 miles, the park’s main trail, Locust Lane, shows off some of the park’s best features. As the trail winds around the lake and through timbered areas, hikers can see and hear a variety of birds .Visitors also will enjoy the 3/8-mile accessible loop trail from the campground. A short trail connects the main picnic and playground area to the dam, and a short, one-way trail lead’s hikers to Gilligan’s Island on Lake Horton.

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Fall & Seek with Pure Michigan As Michigan ushers in the vibrant colors of the fall, Pure Michigan has launched a new adventure to inspire travelers to explore the state this season. Fans are invited to join the scenic routes of three travelers as they journey across Michigan over the next six weeks, with checkpoints along the way determined by votes on the Pure Michigan Facebook and Instagram pages.

Shalee Blackmer, Dan Price and Gene Yoon will each spend two weeks exploring a different route in Michigan – Blackmer in the Upper Peninsula, Price traversing the Northern Lower Peninsula and Yoon navigating his way through Southern Michigan. Each stop along the way will be determined by the fans

of Pure Michigan. Voting started Sept. 12 with Blackmer kicking off her two-week UP adventure in Copper Harbor. The first round of voting will decide whether she travels on to Marquette or The Porcupine Mountains. Price will begin his journey on Sept. 25 in Manistee and Yoon hits the road Oct. 8 starting in Grand Rapids.

“Fall in Michigan offers countless opportunities to chase the color and discover the hidden gems found along backroads and byways,” said Dave Lorenz, Vice President of Travel Michigan, part of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. “As Shalee, Dan and Gene chase the bounty of fall across the state, we are excited to engage with

our fans and help inspire their next Pure Michigan Scenic Route.”

Polls for each stop will be live for 36 hours on Facebook and Instagram with fans casting their vote by commenting about which location they want the travelers to visit next.

During the voting period, Blackmer, Price and Yoon will be exploring each destination and sharing their experiences on social media using the hashtags #PureMichiganScenicRoute and #FallandSeek.

More information on Blackmer, Price and Yoon, as well as their scenic route adventure can be found at michigan.org/fall. Pure Michigan invites travelers to share their own fall travels using the hashtag #PureMichiganScenicRoute on Twitter and In-

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Travelers looking to plan their fall getaway can order a free Fall Travel Guide at michigan.org or access the digital guide. Feature articles in this year’s fall guide include Weekends, showcasing five cities with distinct flavors for a 48-hour getaway, Ore, Lore & More highlighting the Upper

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Knowledge and techniques given from the heart by people who truly enjoy what they do Baskets • Dried Mixes • Folk Art Painting • Brooms • Wood Carving • Pottery Rugs & Weaving • Soaps • Jewelry & Clothing • Wood Furniture • Needle Felting Papiér Mache • Metal Sculptures • Photography • Pine Needle Art • Candles • Garlic Leeks • Gourds • Apples • Honey • Kettle Corn • Pasture-fed beef • Lamb • Pork Salsa • Pickles • Smoked Meat • European Bakery • Stained Glass • Tire Mats

BOTH DAYS Folk singer & song writer Jim Anger Antique tractor show, voyageur canoe & teepe

Speaker: Saturday at 11:00 am only Becky Weiss - AVES Rehabilitation - Live Birds

Saturday and Sunday, 1:00 pm Kyle Denton - Natural Herbalist - foraging walk PIXABAY PHOTO Elmhurst Independent

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Travelers looking to plan their fall getaway can order a free Fall Travel Guide at michigan.org or access the digital guide.

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( Two Rivers Historical Society ) www.tworivers-history.org

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45th Annual Cranberry Festival coming Sept. 22-24

45th Annual Warrens

Cranberry Festival SEPTEMBER 22-24, 2017 7:00 a.m.

All Three Days

• Cranfest Marsh Tours & Cranberry Video Friday & Saturday • Art & Craft Show 850 Booths • Antique & Flea Market 350 Booths All Three Days

• Farmer’s Market 100 Booths All Three Days • Food Booths 80 which include the famous Cranberry Cream Puffs • Gigantic Parade Sunday 2:00 p.m.

• Festival App Available

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608-378-4200 • Fax 608-378-4250 E-mail cranfest@cranfest.com • www.cranfest.com

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Antiques and MORE! STOP IN & BROWSE!

SINCE 1980: Hardy field-grown perennials, herbs, dried flowers, large variety of gift, antiques, lighting, and garden design.

GIFTS • CRAFTS COLLECTIBLES

Visit our Art Gallery Featuring Over 40 Wisconsin Artists

Open Sun-Sat from 9am to 5pm (closed Mon).

262-966-2787

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

www.monchesfarm.com

OCT. 7, 8, 14, 15, 2017

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First two weekends of October

since 1968

Spoon River Valley Scenic Drive Fulton County, Illinois

A Great Motor Tour SW of Peoria, IL 19 Villages/Areas in Fulton County

Something for Everyone!

Antiques, Crafts, Flea Markets, Food, Quilt Shows, Historic Sites and Museums spoonriverdrive@mail.com • www.spoonriverdrive.org For vendor info call (309) 647-8980 or (309) 221-8980

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I-94 & Hwy. 21 East, Exit #143, 1510 Eaton Ave., Tomah, WI 54660 • (608) 372-7853 info@antiquemalloftomah.com • www.cranberrycountrymall.com

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Downtown Elkhorn

Saturday, October 21st

12th Annual Elkhorn Oktoberfest is a must attend Wisconsin Event!

This Event includes a Wine & Beer Tasting, 5K Run/Walk, Chili Cook Off, Stein Holding Competition, Over 100 Vendors, Food, Shuttle Services, Classic Car Show, Children Activities, Live Music and so much more!

Register Today for our 5K Run/Walk!

Travel to: www.Oktoberfest.5k.run

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5890 Monches Road, Colgate WI ||

Warrens is the “Cranberry Capital of Wisconsin” and hosts the world’s largest cranberry festival. The Festival boasts 850 Arts & Craft booths, 350 Flea Market and Antique dealers, a variety of contests and one of the largest marching band parades in Wisconsin. A wide range of entertainment that can be found at the Festival. There is something for everyone at the Warrens Cranberry Festival.

Attendance at the first Festival in 1973, was 3,500 with 75 booths.

Since then it has grown from a small community festival to an international event with more than 120,000 visitors each year and over 1,300 booths.

The Festival was started to raise funds to improve the quality of life in the Village of Warrens.

The purpose of the Warrens Cranberry Festival shall be to promote the common good and general welfare of the community of Warrens, including holding an annual community festival and raising funds to be used exclusively for civic betterments and social improvements in the Warrens community.

For more information visit cranfest.com.

Dungeon of Doom, is out for more blood as they prepare to kick off the Halloween season of fear. Dungeon of Doom is back and ready to deliver a bone chilling experience.

Dungeon of Doom has amped-up their technology, theatrics, special effects and killer team to inflict an hour of horror and terror as attendees travel through 42,000 square feet of pure chaos. With new and improved attractions and a chance to be buried alive, this is the place where nightmares loom.

“We are committed to making even the bravest of the bunch quiver in fear as they step inside the grounds of the Dungeon. From perfecting all of the theatrics, compiling a killer team, or implementing the latest in scare technology, we ensure that each visitor is entering the depths of their worst nightmare,” says Peter Koklamanis, co-owner of Dungeon of Doom.

Those willing to sacrifice it all will have the opportunity to endure this haunting experience Sept. 23 Nov. 4 in Zion, IL (less than an hour drive from Chicago and Milwaukee).

General admission tickets start at $25 and for those looking for the ultimate adventure, VIP and season passes are also available online.

For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit dungeonof doom.com.

Haunted Woods Trail Oct. 20-21, Oct. 27-28, 2017 Tours 7:30 until finished (Rain or Moonlight)

Cost: $7 Adults (Ages 12 & up), $3 Child (ages 6-11), FREE 5 & under

EXTRA ON SITE SECU RITY!

(Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult - do not drop them off!)

Tickets sold 7:30 - 11 p.m. Haunted Woods - Partially Guided Tour - tram ride to woods (Walking Involved) Take approx. 1 hr - waiting expected.

Located at Fulton County Museum Grounds - 4 miles North of Rochester, Indiana

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The Best Choice for Ski-In/Ski-Out Lodging in Aspen/Snowmass, Colorado!

We offer the comfort of a private residence with all the services of a fine hotel: • • • • • •

For Further Information Call 574-223-4436 All Proceeds support the museum.

Studios to Three-Bedroom Accommodations Complimentary Aspen airport transfers and wireless internet Heated outdoor slope-side pool, hot tubs, fitness room/steam room The Edge Restaurant and Bar - ski and dinner Ski Concierge Available Storage and rentals available.

To learn more, please visit:

www.thetimberline.com or 800-922-4001

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Clements Fishing Barge “World’s Best Fishing” www.clementsfishing.com

Captain Hook’s Bait & Tackle, Inc. Cabin Available!

108 Main St., Genoa, WI 54632 608/689-2800 • www.captainhookstackle.com Licenses • Bait Tackle • Ammo Quality Reels Custom Rods

Celebrate fall with a Lake Discover Old-World hospitality in Missouri’s Geneva most beautifulboat town. tour

Celebrate fall with a Lake Geneva boat tour

There is no better way to experience Geneva Lake than on board a narrated boat tour with Lake Geneva Cruise Line. Choose from a wide variety of unique sight seeing tours that all provide an up close view of the beautiful estates and mansions that line the shores. Whether you are looking for a historical tour that tells about the famous names that settled in the area or a relaxing sit-down evening dinner cruise, Lake Geneva Cruise Line truly has something for everyone. Don’t miss the world famous US Mailboat Tour or indulge in a delicious ice cream sundae on the Ice Cream Social Tour. Join us for the true Lake Geneva experience!

Tours depart April to Nov. For further information visit: vistlakegeneva.com.

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Walk along with the action of your favorite literary tales performed live among 1,700 acres of trees and beautiful landscapes. All Theatre-Hikes® are approximately two hours in length and will not exceed 2 miles in hiking distance.

In September, experience “The Complete History of America (abridged).” This piece begins with ancient ancestors crossing the Bering Strait and finishes with an appearance of Barack Obama. As with their other works, this piece incorporates audience participation, physical jokes and intellectual humor for an entertaining afternoon.

“Nightfall with Edgar Allan Poe” in Oct., tells the four tales that Poe himself thought were his most spooky—“The Raven,” “The Fall of the House of Usher,” “The Pit and the Pendulum,” and “The Tell-Tale Heart.” Poe is the lead character through each tale, sometimes observing, but mostly experiencing these stories along with the audience. Theatre-Hikes® will be held through Sunday Oct. 29. The Morton Arboretum is located at 4100 Illinois Route 53 in Lisle. For more information mortonarb.org.

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Welcome to Fulton We are a charming and historic community located along the banks of the Mississippi River in Northwest Illinois. We are just three hours west of Chicago between Galena and the Quad Cities. We offer a wide array of visitor amenities from recreation and shopping to unique attractions and festivals.

Fulton welcomes visitors with open arms and you will find our shop owners and volunteers friendly and knowledgeable. We hope you consider spending a day or weekend with us.

Fulton Tourism 815-589-2616 or visit us at www.cityoffulton.us

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