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Willowbrook’s Jessen wins state wrestling title

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

Finishes high school career with 204 wins

Willowbrook senior wrestler Jack Jessen completed his high-school puzzle on the grandest stage of them all.

Jessen went a perfect 4-0 en route to winning the Class 3A 183-pound

state title on the campus of the University of Illinois.

Jessen finished the season 51-0 and ends his high-school career with four state wrestling medals. He also finished second twice and third once.

Jessen opened the tournament with a pinfall win in only 27 seconds

against Lockport senior Yousif Salah (15-11 final record). He was equally in control in a 21-6 technical-fall win against Naperville Central junior Jackson Punzel (39-6 final record) in 5:39.

Jessen then won his semifinal match against McHenry senior Jake Leske (34-9 final record) by a 13-3 major-decision count.

That put Jessen in his third statechampionship match in four years.

This time, Jessen was the last man standing. He downed Yorkville sophomore Nick Stemmet 8-3 for

the title. Stemmet finished the season 39-6.

In the tournament, Jessen defeated the No. 3-ranked wrestler in the state in Stemmet in the title match and also faced Punzel and Leske who both were honorable-mention ranks

by Illinois Matmen. Jessen was the No. 1-ranked wrestler in the state heading into the state finals.

Jessen finished his Willowbrook career with a 204-8 mark and went 101-1 over the last two seasons.

Jessen is the fifth Willowbrook wrestler to win a state champion-

ship—all occurring since 2001.

Jessen joins two-time state champions Mike Behnke (2001-2002) and Steve Congenie (2010-2011) along with Matt Roth (2001) and Matt Rowland (2016).

Jessen also is Willowbrook’s alltime most-decorated wrestler with his four state medals. In addition to the two state titles, Behnke finished fifth in the state in 2000. Rowland was fifth in the state in 2014 and second in 2015.

The Independent will have more on Jessen in next week’s edition.

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Pictured is Willowbrook senior Jack Jessen, who won the state championship in the 182-pound division at the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Wrestling State Tournament last weekend.

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Strauss optimistic in economic forecast address

By Dee Longfellow FOR THE INDEPENDENT

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“The best thing is the real gross domestic product (GDP),” he said. “It has expanded 2.5%, which is on trend with the rest of the nation.”

Strauss awarded himself a B+ in terms of how last year’s predictions had “come true.”

He said the Midwest economy, which includes the states of Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Michigan and Iowa, were all in line with the national economy.

Talking about the “real value” of the stock market, Strauss noted that it had been reaching new all-time highs as of late.

“Overall, it looks like a net positive for the economy in 2018,” he said. “The Federal Open Market Committee expects GDP to grow above trend this year and then stay right around trend through 2019 and 2020.”

The important things for business people to keep in mind in order to remain competitive and growth-oriented are to keep up with advancing technologies and to continue educating employees, according to Strauss.

“That is what will foster economic growth and [allow businesses to] remain sustainable,” he said.

“We also need more population, that is, less fleeing population. Productivity growth relies on time, training, and other factors.

DEE LONGFELLOW PHOTO The Independent “This path of the current recovery is restrained Pictured is William Strauss, senior economist and economic advisor at the Federal Reserve compared with past deep recession recovery cyBank of Chicago, who shared his insights into the trends that chart a course for the future of cles.” business and the economy in 2018. Strauss typically draws a sold-out crowd to the program No one particular sector of the marketplace and this year was no exception. seems “hotter” than any other, at the present time.

Strauss said the risk of recession appears to be gofor the future of business and the economy in ed an imminent slow-down, expecting that the dis- ing down. He noted that unemployment was 0.7% 2018. Strauss typically draws a sold-out crowd to appearing slack in the economy would lead to a below the national average and that it would like the program and this year was no exception. gradual rising of the inflation rate. remain below the national rate through 2020.

He began with the predictions he made at last “Manufacturing did well. We expected it to inThe overall reaction from the guests who spoke year’s event in 2017 and compared how they mea- crease and it did. Likewise, with the housing mar- with The Independent following the luncheon was sured up with actuals. ket. It was expected to improve and it has.” that it was an optimistic message, with no mention “Last year, my goal was to expand on trends,” Noting there had been slow progress in the of current President Donald Trump and how his Strauss told the 300-some business, community housing market, Strauss said some mortgages administration could affect economic trends going and in the room.

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Family Medical Leave Act now at 25th anniversary Analysis shows state workers, families need national paid leave

An analysis of demographic data in Illinois released last week reveals the significant and growing need for a national paid family and medical leave plan that covers all working people in the state for the full range of serious caregiving and medical reasons. The release kicked off a series of nationwide activities marking the recent 25th anniversary of the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), which provides unpaid leave.

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brate the law’s progress, recognize state and private sector innovations and call for a national paid family and medical leave policy that advances the movement for more equitable and family friendly workplaces.

The new analysis was conducted by the National Partnership for Women & Families.

People already have significant family and medical care needs that are increasing as the workforce ages. And the consequences for the economic well-being of families and the state can be serious when people are not able to hold paying

jobs while providing and receiving critical care. Specifically: • In 72 percent of Illinois households with children – more than two million homes – all parents hold jobs; • In Illinois, 84 percent of black mothers, 49 percent of Latina mothers and 48 percent of white mothers are key breadwinners for their families; In less than 15 years, the share of Illinois’ population age 65 and older will grow by one-third; • Seven people die every day from drug overdoses in Illinois; • In Illinois, there is a 12-per-

centage point gap in labor force participation between men and women; and, • A national paid leave plan would reduce the number of working families in Illinois facing significant economic insecurity when they need to take family and medical leave by 83 percent.

The Family And Medical Insurance Leave (FAMILY) Act, sponsored by Sen. Gillibrand (D – N.Y.) and Rep. DeLauro (D – Conn.), is the leading paid family and medical leave proposal in Congress. Sens.

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Maywood man gets 16 years for possession of handgun by felon

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When arrested, subject was out on bond for similar previous incident in Villa Park

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DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert B. Berlin announced last week that Michael H. Jones, 32, of 1019 South 16th Avenue, Maywood, has been sentenced to 16 Michael H. Jones years in the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) for illegal possession of a handgun.

Jones entered a plea of guilty to two counts of Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by a Street Gang Member in front of Judge Jeffrey MacKay, who handed down the sentence.

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On June 5, 2017, an Illinois State Trooper pulled Jones over for speeding on I-355. Jones was the sole occupant of the vehicle and when questioned he provided multiple different fake names to the trooper. Jones was arrested at the scene for Obstructing Identification and the car was searched. During the search, the trooper discovered a loaded 9 mm handgun.

At the time of this arrest, Jones was out on bond for a similar incident in Villa Park in 2013 in which he was pulled over and found to be in possession of a loaded Glock 22 firearm. On June 6, Jones appeared in Bond Court where bond was set at $100,000 with 10% to apply. He has remained in custody at the DuPage County Jail since that time.

“As a convicted felon, Mr. Jones has forfeited his right to legally possessing a firearm of any kind,” Berlin said. “Thankfully the weapons and Mr. Jones have been taken off the streets before they could seriously injure or worse yet, kill someone. I would like to thank the Villa Park Police Department as well as the Illinois State Police for their continued efforts in keeping our streets safe by keeping guns out of the hands of men such as Mr. Jones.

I would also like to thank Assistant State’s Attorney Joe Lindt for his work in preparing a strong case against Mr. Jones that ultimately led to his guilty plea this afternoon.”

Jones received a sentence of six years in the IDOC for the 2013 case and ten years in the IDOC for the most recent case. The sentences will be served consecutively resulting in the sixteen-year sentence. Jones will be required to serve 50% of his sentence before being eligible for parole.

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York Township Supervisor John Valle (left) greets Oakbrook Terrace resident Richard Agemura, who was recently honored by York Township when he was placed in the “Remember When” wall display located inside the Township Hall.

York Township honors Army Veteran from Oakbrook Terrace

Richard Agemura was Grand Marshal of 2016 Memorial Day Parade

Oakbrook Terrace resident Richard Agemura has been given the honor of appearing on on the “Remember When” display wall located inside York Township Hall. He is the latest U. S. Veteran to be honored by the township.

“York Township is proud of Richard Agemura and we just wanted to express our gratitude for his service to our country,” York Township Supervisor John W. Valle said, Richard Agemura is a combat decorated Radio Chief who served in the US Army 75th Field Artillery Battalion in the Korean War from April of 1952 until his discharge at the rank of Sergeant in July of 1953.

Agemura was born in the west coast city of Santa Maria, Calif., in May of 1930 to Japanese parents. At 11 years old, he and his family were among some 120,000 Japanese Americans rounded up for transport to internment camps shortly after the Empire of Japan’s December 7, 1941, sneak attack on the U.S. Naval Base at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

Richard and his family were shipped back to their ancestral homeland at the end of World War II. At 19, he obtained a passport to return to the U.S. in May of 1949 and relocated to his American guardian’s home in Chicago. In November of 1951, he was called to duty. Agemura completed basic training at Camp Chaffee, Ark., from

December 1951 through March 1952. He was among a select group of recruits who were exempt from guard duty, kitchen patrol and other basic requirements as they studied maps for directing artillery barrages. In Korea, his assigned unit was the 8th Army’s 75th Field Artillery Battalion stationed near the deadly Kumwha Valley.

The Battalion was comprised of A, B and C Batteries armed with medium 155-millimeter howitzers. Reassigned to the Radio Department, Agemura served as his Communications Officer’s driver and ready radioman, and rose to the rank of Radio Chief.

When a transportation problem left Agemura stranded near Yokohama, Japan, for several weeks while on emergency R&R to visit his parents, his Battalion’s radio and wiring department was wiped out in a North Korean bombing attack.

“When I got back to Korea, nearly everyone I knew was either killed or wounded,” Agemura said. “My Communications Officer was among those that were wounded.”

For his service, Agemura was awarded the Korean Service Medal with Three Bronze Combat Stars, National Defense Service Medal and United Nations Service Medal.

Now he participates in the Memorial Day parade downtown and was the Grand Marshal for 2016 for the Elmhurst Memorial Day Parade.

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

the back with a golf club.

Villa Park Feb. 10 Stacy E. Enison, 31, of Hanover Park, was charged with battery and resisting arrest in the 900 block of N. Yale at around 9:21 a.m.

Garrett D. Salvino, 44, of Villa Park, was charged with retail theft at Addison Feb. 12 a store sometime between 2:21 and

Jesus Flores-Contreras, 38, of 3:32 p.m.

Addison, was charged with DUI and no insurance subsequent to a traffic Feb. 8 Battery was reported near North stop in the 800 block of W. Fullerton and Ardmore at around 2 a.m. Poat around 9:09 p.m. lice said a complainant advised he Feb. 11 had been battered by unknown sus A 44-year-old Addison woman pects while walking in the area. was charged with domestic battery in the 500 block of Green Oaks Feb. 7 DeCarlos C. Armstrong, 38, of Court at around 10:56 p.m. Police said the woman struck a victim on Bellwood, was charged with two

counts of battery at around 8:56 p.m. June 20, 2017. The original complainant and arrest warrant were issued Feb. 7.

Theft was reported at Walmart.

Police said that between 5 p.m. and 7:13 p.m., an unknown suspect stole a purse from underneath the Comcast promotional event table in the electronics department.

400 block of N. Ardmore at around 10:22 p.m. Police said an unknown male suspect removed a bottle of liquor from the shelf, and then left the store with the item without paying for it.

Criminal damage was reported in the 400 block of N. Ardmore at around 7:44 p.m. Police said an unknown suspect damaged a door knob of the rear entrance of a resiFeb. 6 dence.

Gustavo Garcia, 21, of Villa Park, A male juvenile from Villa Park was issued a citation for possession was issued a citation for possession of cannabis at around 5:19 p.m. of cannabis near North and Kramer at around 4:49 p.m.

Feb. 5 A 24-year-old Villa Park resident Feb. 4 and a 20-year-old Villa Park resident Donnell R. Pitman, Jr., 42, of Adwere each charged with two counts dison, was charged with aggravatof domestic battery in the 400 block ed DUI while license was revoked, of N. Iowa at around 7:49 a.m. carrying a concealed weapon while Retail theft was reported in the under the influence, illegal trans-

portation of alcohol, driving while license revoked, improper use of registration and no insurance in the 300 block of W. North at around 2:03 a.m.

Edward J. Soriano, 47, of Villa Park, was charged with DUI, resisting a police officer, obstructing a police officer, operating a vehicle while using an electronic communication device, improper lane usage, failure to signal when required and no insurance near St. Charles and Harvard at around 9:31 a.m.

Retail theft was reported at a store at around 4:31 p.m. Police said an unknown suspect attempted to return a suitcase. When a vendor refused, the suspect reportedly stole a similar, but larger, suitcase from the vendor and left the suitcase they wanted to return without paying for the larger suitcase.

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Willowbrook names outstanding students, teacher On Feb. 15, 11 Willowbrook students were recognized as Outstanding Students during a breakfast in their honor. In order to be chosen for the award, students must: 1) demonstrate extraordinary achievement, outstanding effort, commendable attitude and motivation; 2) have the ability to overcome obstacles; and, maintain continuous exemplary performance.

During the event, Willowbrook Principal Dr. Daniel Krause and Assistant Principal Jamie Gourley welcomed the recipients and

their families, as well as the staff members who nominated them. The students were then recognized and given a certificate in honor of their efforts.

The Outstanding Students include: Art: senior Sophia Parrillo Career and Technical Education (CTE): senior Elikajane Mendiola English: sophomore Emily O’Brochta Learning services: senior Rhiannon Iasillo Literacy: junior Bobby Fenton Math: senior Matthew Seymore

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Willowbrook English teacher Lisa Cuscaden (center) receives the Outstanding Teacher award on Feb. 15. She was presented by sophomores Emily Alessandri (left) and Nick Vasili (right). She also was nominated by sophomore Priscilla DelValle.

Obituaries

Irene A. Difiglio, 90 Irene A. Difiglio, of Oak Brook, passed away recently at the age of 90.

Beloved wife of the late John Difiglio. Loving mother of John (Holly), Peter (late Sherry), Joseph (Leslie) and the late Michael Difiglio. Dearest grandmother of Caroline, John Thomas (Florence), Laura, David and Katherine Difiglio. Fond sister of George, late John (Mary), Mary (Bill) and Joseph (Noreen). Aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Friday, Feb. 23, 2018 from 3-8 p.m. at Steuerle Funeral Home, 350 S. Ardmore Avenue, Villa Park. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018 with 9:15 a.m. prayers at the funeral home followed by 10 a.m. Mass at St. Pius X Church, 1025 E. Madison Street, Lombard. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside. In lieu of flowers, Masses appreciated.

Arrangements by Steuerle Funeral Home For more information, call 630-832-4161.

Despina Demos Despina Demos passed away peacefully on Saturday, Feb. 10, 2018. Despina was born on February 24, 1927 in Samos, Greece, to Andreas and Thetis (Amersonis) Spyrou. She was a sister of the late Panayiotis (Bessie) and Evripithis

(Eirene). A loving mother of Alicia, Glenn, Paul, Natasha and Tonia who she raised in Lombard; grandmother of Michelle, John, Alexis (Steve) and Niko; great grandmother of Lia; aunt of Emy, Thetis and Andreas. Despina was a classical pianist; spoke several languages, gardener enthusiast and a fabulous cook. She was well loved and will be greatly missed. Service and Interment Private. Arrangements

by Steuerle Funeral Home For more information, call 630-832-4161.

Lucille Jablonski, 96 Lucille Jablonski, nee Cox, of Mayslake Village, passed away recently at the age of 96. Beloved wife of the late Henry, loving mother of Judith (Larry) Beckerdite and Alan Jablonski, cherished grandmother of Traci (Luis) Richard, Laura (Joseph) Laclede, great grandmother of Nicholas, Alexis, Blake, Natalie and Andrew, aunt and great aunt of many.

Funeral Mass was held Thursday, Feb. 15, 2018, at Our Ladies Chapel at Mayslake Village, 1801 35th Street, Oak Brook.

Interment to follow at Oakridge Cemetery, Hillside. In lieu of flowers memorials to Mayslake Village appreciated (mayslake.com/donate).

Arrangements by Steuerle Funeral Home. For more information, call 630-832-4161.

Music senior Julia Cicero Physical education: junior Maurice Brown Science: sophomore Grace Placek Social studies: freshman Cristian Hernandez World languages: senior Ethan Rojek English teacher Cuscaden named Outstanding Teacher Willowbrook English teacher Lisa Cuscaden received the Outstanding Teacher award and was presented by sophomores

Nick Vasili and Emily Alessandri. Cuscaden also was nominated by sophomore Priscilla DelValle. To earn the Outstanding Teacher award, a staff member must treat teaching as a passion – not just a job, create a positive learning environment where students feel encouraged and supported, use a variety of strategies to engage students, be willing to offer extra support when needed, provide prompt and effective feedback to students on their learning and relate to and understand the viewpoints and perspectives of students.

Pictured are the Willowbrook students who were recognized as Outstanding Students during a breakfast in their honor on Feb. 15. They are (back row, from left) senior Sophia Parrillo, junior Maurice Brown, senior Ethan Rojek, junior Bobby Fenton, (middle row, from left) senior Elikajane Mendiola, senior Julia Cicero, freshman Cristian Hernandez, (front row, from left) sophomore Grace Placek, senior Rhiannon Iasillo and sophomore Emily O’Brochta. Not pictured is senior Matthew Seymore.

Taxpayers wrongly blamed for state pension crisis, report says ILLINOIS NEWS NETWORK Illinois has a massive pension problem. A new report maintains that the biggest contributor to the shortage isn’t that state taxpayers have underpaid public retirements, but politicians overpromised.

In the last three decades, the five state-offered public pension systems’ benefits have increased by 1,000 percent. That’s eight times more than the income growth of the Illinoisans who are expected to pay for it. The report was released Tuesday by financial watchdog Wirepoints.

President Ted Dabrowski said politicians are wrongly placing the blame on taxpayers for not paying enough.

“Every time you hear the word ‘underfunding,’ there’s always the implication that taxpayers didn’t do their part and that’s the problem,” Dabrowski said.

Taxpayers, the report said, have paid $24 billion more than was required by the “Edgar ramp” pension restructuring plan passed in 1996 by then Gov. Jim Edgar.

If pension benefits were kept to even double the rate of inflation over the past 30 years, state pensions

would now be fully funded instead of at least $130 billion short, the Wirepoints report said.

“We would not have the crisis we’re in,” Dabrowski said. “Because we’ve handed out benefits at a far faster rate, like three to four times the rate of inflation, that’s why we have the problem we have today.”

The report, authored by Dabrowski along with analyst John Klingner, profiled some of the benefits received in the negotiations with lawmakers since 1987: • Added compounding to a retiree’s 3 percent cost-of-living adjustment. That doubles a retiree’s annual pension benefits after 25 years.

• Significantly increased the pension benefit formulas for the Teachers’ Retirement System, or TRS, and the State Employees’ Retirement System, or SERS. • Provided lucrative early retirement options.

• Allowed workers to boost their service credit by up to two years using accumulated unpaid sick leave.

• Granted automatic salary bumps to workers who earn masters and other graduate degrees.

• Allowed spiking of end-of-career salaries.

Some have insisted that Illinois isn’t taxing enough to generate the revenue to fully fund pensions.

“Simply put, the Illinois tax system consistently fails to generate enough revenue to maintain the same level of public services from year to year, after adjusting solely for inflation,” said Ralph Martire, Director of the union-backed Center for Tax and Budget Accountability in an oped about pension reform from 2013.

Martire also has advocated to abolish Illinois’ flat tax and replace it with a progressive tax in which rates increase with income levels, saying it would generate the tax money needed to pay for Illinois’ pensions.

Illinois temporarily raised, dropped and then re-raised its income and corporate tax rates to 4.95 and 7 percent respectively.

Yet, Gov. Bruce Rauner’s office announced this week that the state would be requesting $1.1 billion more from the General Assembly to cover a budget shortfall.

Pension payments account for a quarter of budget spending.

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Midwest Traveler Spring Into Fun Guide

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Here it is, your Wisconsin vacation bucket list for 2018

Get Ready for Some Big Bashes Harley-Davidson celebrates its 115th anniversary with a big bash in its hometown of Milwaukee, Labor Day Weekend, Aug. 29-Sept. 2. Join in the parties at the Harley-Davidson Museum and local dealerships.

And yes, there will be an epic parade through the city, just as we’ve come to expect from this venerable brand.

Bonus: It’s also the 35th anniversary of H.O.G., short for Harley Owners Group. Can’t make it to Milwaukee? You can always head to Prague where they’ll be holding an anniversary event July 5-8. This company never does anything small.

The Great River Road has officially achieved octogenarian status, at least as the designated scenic route along the Mississippi River from where it springs in Lake Itasca in Minnesota to New Orleans. (We all know this waterway has been around for millennia.) Established in 1938 by stringing together existing roads, auto tours and state trunks, it is Wisconsin’s only National Scenic Byway. Make this the year to visit all 33 historic river towns, some dating back to the 1600s, along the 250mile Wisconsin stretch of the byway.

The American Club in Kohler marks its centennial this year. The Kohler Co. – yes, the plumbing empire – built the hotel in 1918 as the dormitory for immigrant factory workers. It’s located directly across the street from the Kohler plant.

Back then, this Tudor-style building had a bowling alley, barbershop and pub, plus rooms and meals for single employees. Today this elegant FiveStar Five-Diamond hotel is favored by golfers, spa-goers and foodies.

Watch for resort celebrations and special packages to mark the momentous milestone.

Make Time for Family Fun The Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center in Manitowoc opens this June. This 29,000 square-foot ag center, the largest of its kind in Wisconsin, is dedicated to the discovery of where food comes from, how it’s produced, who’s producing it, and why all that is important. Sure to be popular – a birthing barn where visitors can watch calves being born.

While dairy will be the main draw, look for displays showcasing the diversity of Wisconsin agriculture, from cranberries to potatoes. Visitors will leave with a sense of the state’s agricultural past, present and future.

Noah’s Ark Waterpark in Wisconsin Dells is adding a new king co-

bra-themed waterslide for 2018, and not just any cobra-themed waterslide mind you, but the tallest and longest of its kind in the world. “Raja™ The World’s Largest King Cobra” will have riders racing side-by-side on two-person tubes from six stories up, snaking through more than 335 feet of twists and turns at speeds up to 30 mph. The ride finale is a 37-foot

plunge into the mouth of the massive king cobra. Noah’s Ark is America’s largest waterpark, featuring more than 50 rides and attractions spread out over 70 acres.

The Green Bay Botanical Garden is hosting the LEGO® exhibit known as Nature Connects® this summer.

Sixteen larger-than-life sculptures inspired by nature – think monarch

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Take an Art Break The Wausau Museum of Contemporary Art, which opened recently, features works by internationally established artists and offers cre-

ative workshops too, with the goal of unleashing the region’s collective creative energy while starting the conversation about how art connects us all. The museum is located in the building that once housed the historic Wausau Club, a social club and banquet hall built at the turn of the 20th century. Admission to the museum is free.

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Heart of Elmhurst

Heart of Elmhurst

CENTER OF TOWN COLONIAL SITUATED ON A DOUBLE LOT & WALKING DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN, METRA, AWARD WINNING SCHOOLS, & ALL ELMHURST AMENITIES. SEPARATE FORMAL DINING ROOM & LIVING $699,000 COTTAGE HILL DOUBLE LOT!

CENTER OF TOWN COLONIAL SITUATED ON A DOUBLE LOT & WALKING DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN, METRA, AWARD WINNING SCHOOLS, & ALL ELMHURST AMENITIES. SEPARATE FORMAL DINING ROOM & LIVING ROOM W/ FIREPLACE & 1ST FLOOR FAMILY ROOM. 4 BEDROOMS UP PLUS A FIRST FLOOR OFFICE OR 5TH BEDROOM W/ BATHROOMS ON EACH LEVEL, HARDWOOD FLOORS, UPDATED KITCHEN W/ GRANITE COUNTERS & STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES. 2 CAR ATTACHED GARAGE. LOT COULD BE SUBDIVIDED INTO TWO 50X150 LOTS ON COTTAGE HILL! $699,000

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

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

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

Great Value & Location!

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

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

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

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

Danby Woods Colonial

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

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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 $495,000

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

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ONE OF A KIND TUDOR! Storybook English Tudor expanded & updated by current 30+ year owners that hate to leave this home & neighborhood. Loaded with original character & charm, yet updated w/ today’s amenities & nearly 3,200 SF of finished living space. Rare master suite with en suite bath + 2 other oversized bedrooms. Modern HVAC, refinished HW floors, living room fireplace, updated kitchen & baths, finished basement with large family room/office/laundry/tons of walk in storage & roughed in plumbing for a future bathroom. Custom bar/lounge area overlooking in-ground pool with tons of outdoor entertaining space. $599,900

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Storybook English Tudor expanded & updated by current 30+ year owners that hate to leave this home & neighborhood.

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Sprawling Ranch

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

Sprawling Ranch Oversized ranch on a 1/2 acre parcel with a premier cul-de-sac location in south Elmhurst. Over 3,200 SF + a finished basement & 2.5 car attached garage that backs up to Butterfield Park. The breathtaking views of the backyard oasis are captured in every room. Huge master suite & family room additions on back with vaulted ceilings, skylights, & direct access to wrap-around deck. Professionally manicured grounds w/ lush, mature landscaping/irrigation system. As spacious as they come, this ranch offers 4 BR’s, 4 full baths, a formal dining room w/ wet bar, 1st floor laundry, tons of storage, & can entertain the largest gatherings all year round. $699,900 New Build on Sunnyside

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

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

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Great Value in South Elmhurst

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Walk to Lincoln grade School, Bryan Middle School and York High School. Steps to Illinois Prairie Path/Spring Road shopping district.

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Willowbrook inducts Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2018 On Feb. 8, Willowbrook inducted members into its Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2018 during a dinner at The Carlisle in Lombard.

During the event, Willowbrook Principal Dr. Daniel Krause, Willowbrook Athletic Director Bob Daly and Willowbrook Athletic Hall of Fame President Helen Connell greeted the crowd. Willowbrook Head Football Coach and Special Education Department Head Nick Hildreth (who also is an alumnus of Willowbrook, class of 2000) served as the keynote speaker. Hildreth thanked the award recipients for their contributions to and positive impact on the school and its students and staff. Former Willowbrook Head Wrestling Coach Bryan Murphy served as the emcee.

The 2018 Athletic Hall of Fame SUBMITTED PHOTOS Villa Park Independent inductees are: Craig Martin Ed Leppert • Ed Leppert, Class of 1962 – Class of 1977 – track and Class of 1962 – wrestling Wrestling and track cross-country and track • Craig Martin, Class of 1977 – Track and cross-country of 1987 – Track and cross-country • John Price, 1982-present – Out• Jennifer Jorgensen-Lackey, Class • Margo Littlehale, 1978-2009 – standing Contributor of 1986 – Track and cross-country Coach of cross-country and track and • Pom Pon Team, 2005-06 – State • Nadine Wille-Whitmore, Class field Champion.

Jennifer Jorgensen-Lackey Class of 1986 – track and cross-country

Nadine Wille-Whitmore Class of 1987 – track and cross-country

John Price 1982-present – outstanding contributor

Margo Littlehale 1978-2009 – coach of cross-country, track and field

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Garden Club of Villa Park welcomes radio personality Mike Nowak The Garden Club of Villa Park has announced that gardening specialist and radio personality Mike Nowak will be a parto fhte program at the Club’s meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 27 at a new location – the Elmhurst Public Library at – The Garden Club of Villa Park has had to move its February Public General Meeting to a new location due to ongoing repairs at our regular location. This month on February 27 at 7:30 pm we will be holding our meeting at the Elmhurst Public Library (125 So Prospect Ave) in the Kossman Meeting Room. The meeting is free and open to the public for pros and aspiring gardeners.

Mike will give his most popular talk, “I’m not really a Garden Expert, I just Play One on the Radio.”

Except for the fact he has a radio show, Mike Nowak is a lot like most gardeners, he stumbled onto gardening somewhere in middle life and has never looked back. Since then he has interviewed dozens of horticultural experts some famous, some not, some controversial, some cranky, some strange all of whom taught him

valuable lessons about gardening and environmental responsibility. In this program he is going to pass among this hard-won information with humor and charm.

Mike is the host of the Mike Nowak Show, which is all about growing things and greening the world on WCGO radio 1590 AM airing from 9 am to 11 am on Sundays. 2018 marks 21 years that Mike Nowak has spent talking about gardening, the environment and green living on Chicago radio. Before WCGO, Mike hosted programs on WGN Radio, WCPT 820AM and Que4 Radio. For two seasons, he was co-host of the local gardening and food TV program Dig In Chicago. His award-winning column has appeared on the inside back page of Chicagoland Gardening Magazine since 2003. In 2014, Around the Block Press published his first book, Attack of the Killer Asparagus and Other Lessons Not Learned in the Garden. In 2017, Mike and his radio co-host Peggy Malecki were prime movers in creating the Chicago Excellence in Gardening Awards

(CEGA), which revived a more than 50-year-old Chicago tradition. Mike co-founded the Midwest Ecological Landscape Alliance (MELA) and served as MELA’s president for four years. He is an Illinois Master Gardener and Openlands TreeKeeper, a former board member of the Illinois Recycling Association and past president of the Chicago Recycling Coalition, where he served on the board for more than a decade.

Mike often says that his background in gardening is show business. He started on the Chicago stage, where he garnered awards for acting, directing and writing. He’s also picked up a few awards for his radio production work. As for horticulture, he remains a fervent amateur when it comes to growing things. He is fun and enjoyable and we recommend you bring all your gardening and non-gardening friends to this program as it will be spectacular.

For updates on future Garden Club of Villa Park meetings, speakers, locations and events please visit homegardening.org.

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Sports

February 22, 2018 • 14

Addison Trail boys basketball team competitive in recent games Blazers to host a Class 4A regional

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

While things haven’t been going the way it had hoped of late, the Addison Trail boys basketball team shows no signs of slowing down.

The Blazers, through late last week, had lost six games in a row.

Through 28 contests, Addison Trail was 11-17 overall and 1-10 in West Suburban Conference Gold Division play.

“We’ve been in a little bit of a skid the last month or so,” said Addison Trail coach Brendan Lyons.

The Blazers dropped a recent 43-

33 WSC Gold contest to Hinsdale South.

“For the most part in all the games we’ve been playing well we just can’t get over the hump,” said Lyons. “Outside of one game against Willowbrook, everything has been within 10 points.”

Despite the recent struggles, Lyons has been pleased with the team’s attitude. “The kids haven’t given up,” he said. “They come out and for the most part execute the game plan offensively and defensively. It’s nice to see that even though things are not going our way in the win-loss column that guys are showing up every day and working hard and they want to finish the season in a good way.

We deserve better with the way we have been playing.”

JT Daniels, Connor Palesch and

Shooting for the stars Senior Amari Benbow has been part of a Fenton girls basketball resurgence

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Fenton girls basketball team made major strides this season under first-year coach Dave Mello.

The Bison consistently demonstrated a willingness to shoot the ball and senior Amari Benbow was a key part of that.

“My shot has gotten a lot better,” she said recently. “I’ve been driving to the basket a lot more. I’m going stronger to the basket. I’ve done a lot more shooting this year. Last year I didn’t shoot as much.

I played as a post player. This year I’ve been shooting a lot more playing point guard. Last year was my first year playing post. It was tough. I had to toughen up more. I was not as strong with the ball as I am this year. I had to toughen up and learn more about post moves and rebounding.”

The switch to the point this year was to the 5-7 Benbow’s liking.

“I like playing point guard,” she said. “At first I didn’t like it. I’ve never played point guard before, but as I continued to play it I started to get more comfortable with the position. I like the fact you can control the plays more.”

But Benbow is a big fan of making things happen around the cylinder.

“I would say driving to the basket is my biggest strength right now,” she said.

Benbow, though, isn’t about to complain about Fenton’s recordbreaking penchant for putting up 3-pointers this season.

“Yes, we shoot a lot of 3-pointers,” she said. “It’s been such a fun season. I enjoy playing and I enjoy having Coach Mello as a coach.

His whole method is for us. We’re shooting and driving and that’s something I really have wanted to do. We like putting pressure on the other teams.”

Benbow, who also competes on the Fenton girls track and field team, would like to play in college. “I really want to play in college,” she said. “It doesn’t matter. I just want to keep playing the game.”

Looking back, Benbow said Fenton’s turnaround can be attributed to one word: confidence.

“The difference this year I would have to say is we have become more confident,” she said. “We’re more confident shooting the ball.

Everybody is more confident. It’s changed the program because we are more confident. We believe in ourselves.”

Adam Mehmeti are the team’s leading scorers. “Over the course of the year, those guys are averaging 10 and 11 points a game,” Lyons noted. “Our problem is that some games someone will score 15 or 16 points and then the next game its four points. That consistency on offense is something we’ve been missing.”

Lyons also likes how the team’s defense has improved. “On the defensive end, we’ve held our own against, in many cases, guys who

are bigger, stronger and faster than we are,” he said. “We’ve done a nice job executing and hanging around and staying in games.”

The Blazers wrapped up regular-season conference play with a makeup game against Leyden this past weekend and hosted a WSC crossover game Tuesday.

Addison Trail is a No. 17 sectional seed in the Class 4A Glenbard East sectional and will host a Class 4A regional this week.

“We’re hoping these next cou-

ple games we can continue to do the same things we’ve been doing and that some of those shots will start falling for us,” said Lyons late last week. “It would be nice to get a couple wins going into the playoffs. We’re a 17 seed out of 22 teams. We’re going to get a playin game, for sure. We’re going to have to beat somebody and then probably play one of the top seeds in the sectional. We want to get that chance where we are playing one of those top seeds.”

Willowbrook bowler Helsper finishes 11th at state Turns in tremendous second-day total of 1,326 to vault up 48 places

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Willowbrook girls bowling team finished 18th as a team at the recent IHSA state finals meet near Rockford.

The Warriors finished with a 5,379 pin total and did not advance to the final day of competition.

The bigger story for Willowbrook was the second-day performance of junior Holly Helsper, who shot up from 59th place on the first day of competition to finishing 11th in the state and earning all-state honors.

Helsper capped her tournament with series of 664 and 662. She started the day with games of 198, 222 and 244 and came back after the lunch break even stronger at 248, 222 and 212. Her 1,326 series dwarfed the 1,140 she rolled during

Day 1 action.

Teammate Elizabeth Soriano also advanced to the second day of action and finished 65th in the state after rolling 583 and 508 series. She had high games on the second day of 216 and 194.

Addison Trail wrestling The Addison Trail wrestling team had three representatives in action at the recent Class 3A state finals in Champaign at the University of Illinois Guillermo Juarez wrestled twice at 106 pounds. He lost by technical fall in 2:27 to a Marmion wrestler and then lost 9-2 to a Plainfield North wrestler. He finished the season 38-5.

Freshman Jake Matthews also wrestled twice at 126 pounds. Matthews lost in 2:58 to an Andrew

wrestler and then lost in 5:01 to a Huntley wrestler. He ended the season 36-8.

Brian Reyes also competed at 145 pounds. He lost by technical fall to a Mt. Carmel wrestler and then lost in 1:23 to a Fremd grappler. Reyes finished the season 40-7.

Addison Trail-Willowbrook boys swimming The Addison Trail-Willowbrook boys swimming team placed ninth at the recent Downers Grove North sectional with 73 points. AT-Willowbrook had no state qualifiers.

Addison Trail girls basketball The Addison Trail girls basketball team opened Class 4A postseason play with a 49-39 win over West Chicago. The Blazers then were eliminated after a 60-29 loss to Glenbard West.

Dylan Butts takes fourth at state wrestling Bison girls basketball team loses by three in regional game; Benbow advances in 3-point contest

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

Fenton senior wrestler Dylan Butts placed fourth in the state in the Class 2A 182-pound weight division at the recent IHSA state finals held in Champaign at the University of Illinois.

Butts finished the individual season with a 40-6 record.

Butts opened the tournament with a 5-1 win over Springfield

Lanphier’s Zangan Blue (34-7 final record). Butts then recorded a 9-6 win over Lemont’s Alex Oruna (29-8 final record).

In the semifinals, Butts ran into eventual Class 2A state-champion Cody Baldridge (Morris) and lost 9-2. Baldridge finished the season 42-0.

In the consolation bracket, Butts was an 8-3 winner over Bremen’s Mounes Betancourt and then lost 9-1 to Richmond-Burton sophomore Jaden Glauser in the thirdplace match. Betancourt finished 30-6 and Glauser finished the season 37-1.

Butts and Fenton continued their team season earlier this week in the Class 2A Fenton dual-team section-

al against Antioch in one semifinal.

If Fenton won both of its matches Tuesday it will compete in the Class 2A dual-team state finals this weekend in Bloomington.

Fenton girls basketball The Fenton girls basketball team saw its season come to a conclusion after a recent 66-63 loss to Hoffman Estates in a Class 4A regional quarterfinal game held at Wheaton-Warrenville South.

Fenton’s Amari Benbow hit nine 3-pointers in the regional final round of the Class 4A state 3-point shooting contest and will compete this week in the sectional round with a chance to advance to the 3-point state finals in Normal.

IC Catholic Prep’s Joey Bianchini repeats as state wrestling champion Vargas finishes fifth at 285 pounds for the Knights

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

IC Catholic Prep senior Joey Bianchini defended his crown.

Bianchini defeated four wrestlers to win the Class 1A 138-pound state title at the recent state finals tournament held in Champaign at the University of Illinois.

Bianchini also won the state title last year as a junior and finished second in 2016.

He finished the individual season with a 40-3 record.

In winning his second state title, Bianchini is the first high school wrestler in the city to do so. York has three individual state wrestling champions.

Bianchini opened the tournament with a technical-fall win in 4:40 over Beardstown junior Lalo Munoz (38-6 final record). Bianchini was winning 16-1 when the match was stopped.

He then recorded a 16-6 major-decision win against Rockridge sophomore Nolan Thorne (45-6 final record).

In the semifinals, Bianchini won 5-1 over Lena-Winslow senior Hunter Luke (43-5 final record) before downing Chicago Leo senior James Foy (34-7 final record) 6-3 for his second title in a row.

Luke was ranked No. 2 in the state in Class 1A by Illinois Matmen, while Thorne was ranked No. 6 in the state. Bianchini came into the tournament ranked No. 1 in the state at 138 in Class 1A.

Bianchini was not the only IC Catholic Prep wrestler to medal at state. Junior David Vargas took fifth at 285 pounds.

Vargas, who finished the individual portion of the season with a 25-7 mark, won his first match via fall in 5:57 against Nathan Thumma of Kewanee. He then defeated Lawrenceville’s Nolan Tewell via fall in 5:55.

In the semifinals, Vargas lost via fall in 1:59 to Lena-Winslow junior Ian Kuehl who went on to win the state title with a 47-1 record.

In the consolation bracket, Vargas lost to Fulton’s Taylor Fleetwood and then downed Lawrenceville’s Tewell via pin in 3:46 in the fifth-place match.

Michael Johnson, who finished the individual season 15-13, lost both his matches in the Class 1A 220-pound bracket. Johnson opened with a 6-2 loss to Princeton’s Chase Tatum and then lost 5-2 to Deer Creek-Mackinaw’s Joey Regnier.

Senior Victor Vargas lost both his bouts in the 195-pound division. He opened the tournament with a 10-6 loss to Fulton’s Eli Pannell and then lost 5-2 to Petersburg PORTA’s Will Heikes.

IC Catholic Prep freshman Kyle Franklin lost in 2:44 to Mason Ajster of Fithian Oakwood in the 160-pound division at state. Franklin, who finished 23-12 during the individual season, did not qualify for a consolation match.

IC Catholic Prep wrestled earlier this week at its own Class 1A IC Catholic Prep dual-team sectional. If the Knights won both their matches in the sectional they will compete in the Class 1A dual-team state finals meet in Bloomington this weekend.

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DuPage County announces 2018 Scholarship Program The DuPage County Department of Community Services is offering college and occupational training scholarships for low-income individuals with high academic potential.

The Community Services Block Grant scholarship supplements the cost of tuition, books, supplies and other school-related items for a semester or a quarter to offset the student’s needs. This scholarship is funded and designed in cooperation with the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity.

Applicants are required to provide proof of DuPage County residency, gross household income for the past 90 days and information about members living in the household. Income for the household must be at or below 125 percent of the federal poverty level. Applicants also must include a 500-word original essay or personal

statement, official school transcripts, two letters of recommendation, a Financial Aid Audit (financial aid award letter) and proof of enrollment in an Illinois accredited institution.

The scholarship award amounts will vary from $500 to $1,500, and special consideration will be given to students interested in high-technology fields or other occupations in emerging fields.

Applications are available at the DuPage County Department of Community Services Office, 421 N. County Farm Road in Wheaton, or online at dupageco.org/CSBG. Completed applications and support documents must be received by 4:30 p.m. on May 4. For more information, contact the DuPage County Department of Community Services at 630-407-6500, or call the toll-free number at 800-942-9412. TTY access is available at 630-407-6502.

District 88 Foundation to host Dennis Doyle 3-on-3 Basketball Classic 88 Foundation, a member of the Partnership for Inspired Education (PIE) Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that serves public school students in District 88, Addison School District 4, School District 45 and Salt Creek School District 48.

Founded in 2009, PIE is designed to be the foundation that supports a long-term partnership with the community, businesses, schools and, most importantly, the children served.

For more information about PIE, visit piefoundation.org Funds raised by the PIE and District 88 foundations have been used to support Addison Trail and Willowbrook students through initiatives such as providing computers and Internet access, subsidizing Advanced About the District 88 Placement (AP)/college-level tests Foundation… and offering mini-grants for staff to Proceeds from the basketball develop instructional enhancements tournament will benefit the District for students.

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The District 88 Foundation has announced that the Dennis Doyle 3-on-3 Classic District 88 Foundation Basketball Tournament is set to take place on Saturday, March 3 at Willowbrook High School. Registration is now open so teams are urged to sign up early.

There are divisions for students in grades 7-12, as well as an Open Division for adults, and transportation will be provided from Addison Trail.

The cost is $30 for youth teams and $60 for the Open Division. Sponsorships might be available for students – contact the Addison Trail Athletic Office at 630-458-4391 or the Willowbrook Athletic Office at 630530-3426 for details. To register visit dupage88.net/basketball.

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Villa Park community calendar

Friday, March 2 Princess Ball at the Iowa Center Hear Ye! Hear Ye! Young ladies and their favorite date are formally invited to the Princess Ball from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Iowa Center Castle, 338 N. Iowa. All will be treated like royalty while enjoying a pizza and pasta buffet from Michael Anthony’s, desserts and dancing the night away with Coach Josh and DJ Superman.

Highlighting the special night will be a visit from a very special Princess who is sure to delight the girls. Couples will also receive a keepsake photo. The Princess Ball is $33 per couple, $11 each additional daughter. Wrist corsages and boutonnieres can be ordered at time of registration for an additional fee and they will be available for pick up at the Princess Ball.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DuPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, NA, PLAINTIFF, VS. GINA ROSERO A/K/A GINA BARBARA ROSERO, A/K/A GINA B. GERTZ; ELIAS ROSERO A/K/A ELIAS FABRICIO ROSERO; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS. 15 CH 1024 320 SOUTH IOWA STREET ADDISON, IL 60101-3716 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on December 13, 2016, Sheriff of DuPage County will on March 27, 2018, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DuPage, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT 6 IN BLOCK 26 IN HOME ADDITION TO ADDISON, A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE EAST 1/2 OF SECTION 28, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 11 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED ON JUNE 15, 1926 AS DOCUMENT 215640, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 03-28-422-015 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 320 SOUTH IOWA STREET ADDISON, IL 60101-3716 Description of Improvements: SINGLE FAMILY HOME, NOT FOR SALE, UTIL ON, 1.5 CAR DET GAR The Judgment amount was $173,024.16.

Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

Sunday, March 11 PIE Foundation fundraiser The Partnership for Inspired Education (PIE) Foundation will host its 7th annual din-ner/theater/auction fundraiser featuring Drury Lane’s pro-duction of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.” A 2 p.m. mat-inee performance is followed by dinner, silent auction, and prize drawings. Proceeds serve to enhance student learning and education explo-ration in School Districts 4, 45, 48, and 88, including Addison Trail and Willowbrook high schools Wednesday, March 14 Therapy dogs visit the Library Dogs love books, too! The Villa Park Public Library will hold Bark for Books from 6:30-7:30 p.m. A variety of dogs, certified by Therapy Dogs International to be gentle listeners, will be at the library, waiting for a reader.

Children of all ages are invited to sign up for Info: visit the library’s website at www.vppl. a 10-minute session with a furry companion. info or call 630-834-1164.

Those under the age of 7 must attend with an adult. All participants should choose a book to read to in advance. Registration is required.

Info: visit the library’s website at www.vppl. Gymnastics program Parks and Recreation has announced a new info or call 630-834-1164. gymnastics program in partnership with Tumbling Times Gymnastics, 400 Rohlwing Road.

Wednesday, April 4 A wide variety of gymnastics classes are availTherapy dogs visit the Library Dogs love books, too! The Villa Park Pub- able for all ages and skill levels. Info: vprd.org lic Library will hold Bark for Books from or call 630-834-8970.

6:30-7:30 p.m. A variety of dogs, certified by Therapy Dogs International to be gentle listen- Preschool registration now open Villa Park Recreation is currently accepting ers, will be at the library, waiting for a reader.

Children of all ages are invited to sign up for registration for preschool for the 2018-2019 a 10-minute session with a furry companion. school year. Preschool is held at the Iowa ComThose under the age of 7 must attend with an munity Center, 338 N. Iowa. Class options adult. All participants should choose a book to See CALENDAR, Page 18 read to in advance. Registration is required.

Ongoing events

Public Notice The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http://ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com.

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel. No. (312) 3469088. Please refer to file# 12189 PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

I3077149 (Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Independent Feb. 22, Mar. 1 & 8, 2018) 307951 DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations for DuPage County, Illinois and Incorporated Areas The Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency has issued a preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), and where applicable, Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report, reflecting proposed flood hazard determinations within DuPage County, Illinois and Incorporated Areas. These flood hazard determinations may include the addition or modification of Base Flood Elevations, base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries or zone designations, or the regulatory floodway. Technical information or comments are solicited on the proposed flood hazard determinations shown on the preliminary FIRM and/or FIS report for DuPage County, Illinois and Incorporated Areas. These flood hazard determinations are the basis for the floodplain management measures that your community is required to either adopt or show evidence of being already in effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. However,

before these determinations are effective for floodplain management purposes, you will be provided an opportunity to appeal the proposed information. For information on the statutory 90-day period provided for appeals, as well as a complete listing of the communities affected and the locations where copies of the FIRM are available for review, please visit FEMA’s website at www.fema.gov/plan/prevent/fhm/bfe, or call the FEMA Map Information eXchange (FMIX) toll free at 1-877-FEMA-MAP (1877-336-2627).

(Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent, Villa Park Independent & Elmhurst Independent Feb. 22 & Mar. 1, 2018) 308020 NOTICE TO BIDDERS THE VILLAGE OF BENSENVILLE, DuPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, will receive sealed bids for the 2018 WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECT until Eleven A.M. (11:00 A.M.) (prevailing time), March 8, 2018 at the office of the Municipal Clerk in the Village Hall, 12 South Center Street, in the Village of Bensenville, Illinois, at which time and place all bids will be publicly opened and read aloud.

A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held at Nine A.M. (9:00 A.M.) on March 1, 2018 at the Village of Bensenville’s Public Works Facility located at 717 E. Jefferson Street, Bensenville, Illinois 60106.

The contract documents, including plans and specifications, are on file at the office of the Engineer, James J. Benes and Associates, Inc., 950 Warrenville Road, Suite 101, Lisle, Illinois 60532, (630) 719-7570.

Copies of the documents may be obtained from James J. Benes & Associates, Inc. by depositing a $50.00 non-refundable deposit, payable to James J. Benes and Associates, Inc., for each set along with a copy of the Contractor’s “Certificate of Eligibility” issued by the Illinois Department of Transportation.

A bid bond, certified check, bank draft or irrevocable letter of credit on a solvent bank, payable to the Village of Bensenville, or cash in an amount of not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount of the bid shall be submitted with each bid.

The successful bidder will be required to furnish a satisfactory performance bond in the amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the Contract sum as a security for the faithful performance of the Contract and also a Payment Bond in the amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the Contract Sum as a security for the payment of all persons performing labor on the Project under the Contract and furnishing materials in connection of the Contract.

The successful bidder shall also furnish a Certificate of Insurance. No bid shall be withdrawn after opening of bids without the consent of said Municipality for a pe-

riod of sixty (60) days after the scheduled time of opening bids.

The Village of Bensenville reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any informalities in bidding and to accept the bid deemed most advantageous to it, all in accordance with the standard specifications.

(Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Independent Feb. 22, 2018) 308106 VILLAGE OF BENSENVILLE GEORGE STREET BYPASS SEWER NOTICE TO BIDDERS THE VILLAGE OF BENSENVILLE, DuPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, will receive sealed bids for the George Street Bypass Sewer Project until eleven A.M. (11:00 A.M.), March 8, 2018 at the office of the Municipal Clerk in the Village Hall, 12 South Center Street, in the Village of Bensenville, Illinois, at which time and place all bids will be publicly opened and read aloud.

NOTICE: FEDERAL LABOR STANDARDS, PREVAILING WAGE RATES AND SECTION 3 REGULATIONS WILL APPLY TO THIS PROJECT. MINORITIES AND WOMEN OWNED BUSINESSES (MBE) ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT BIDS ON THIS PROJECT. ALL GENERAL CONTRACTORS MUST COMPLETE YOUR SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT (SAM) REGISTRATION TO WORK AS A FEDERAL CONTRACTOR BEFORE BEGINNING WORK ON THIS PROJECT. The contract documents, including plans and specifications, are on file beginning at 1:00pm February 22, 2018 at the office of the Engineer, Engineering Resource Associates, Inc., 3s701 West Ave., Suite 150, Warrenville, Illinois, 60555, (630) 3933060.

Copies of the documents may be obtained from Engineering Resource Associates, Inc. by depositing $25.00 non-refundable deposit, payable to Engineering Resource Associates, Inc., for each set along with a copy of the Contractor’s “Certificate of Eligibility” issued by the Illinois Department of Transportation.

A bid bond, certified check, bank draft or irrevocable letter of credit on a solvent bank, payable to the Village of Bensenville, or cash in the amount of not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount of the bid shall be submitted with each bid.

The successful bidder will be required to furnish a satisfactory performance bond in the amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the Contract sum as a security for the faithful performance of the Contract and also a Payment Bond in the amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the Contract Sum as a security for the payment of all persons performing labor on the Project under the Contract and furnishing

materials in connection of the Contract.

The successful bidder shall also furnish a Certificate of Insurance. No bid shall be withdrawn after opening of bids without the consent of the said Municipality for a period of sixty (60) days after the scheduled time of opening bids.

The Village of Bensenville reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any informalities in bidding and to accept the bid deemed most advantageous to it, all in accordance with the standard specifications.

(Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Independent Feb. 22, 2018) 308107

BID NOTICE Addison School District 4 will be receiving sealed bids for DDC Controls Upgrade Project until 10:00 AM, Tuesday, March 6, 2018, at which time the bids will be opened and read aloud at the Addison School District #4 Office, 222 N. Kennedy Drive, Addison, IL 60101 to download, view and order plans go to www. bhfxplanroom.com or call 847-593-3161.

A mandatory pre-bid meeting will take place on March 1, 2018 at 1:00 PM at the above location.

(Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Independent Feb. 22, 2018) 308165

BID NOTICE Addison School District 4 will be receiving sealed bids for 2018 Pavement Rehabilitation and Army Trail Elementary School New Driveway until 10:00 AM, Friday, March 9, 2018, at which time the bids will be opened and read aloud at the Addison School District #4 Office, 222 N. Kennedy Drive, Addison, IL 60101 to download, view and order plans go to www.bhfxplanroom.com or call 847-5933161. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will take place on March 1, 2018 at 10:00 AM at the above location.

(Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Independent Feb. 22, 2018) 308166

BID NOTICE Addison School District 4 will be receiving sealed bids for 2018 Secure Vestibule Renovations until 11:00 AM, Friday, March 9, 2018, at which time the bids will be opened and read aloud at the Addison School District #4 Office, 222 N. Kennedy Drive, Addison, IL 60101 to download, view and order plans go to www.bhfxplanroom.com or call 847-5933161. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will take place on March 2, 2018 at 10:00 AM at the above location.

(Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Independent Feb. 22, 2018) 308167

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DuPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, NA, PLAINTIFF, VS. GINA ROSERO A/K/A GINA BARBARA ROSERO, A/K/A GINA B. GERTZ; ELIAS ROSERO A/K/A ELIAS FABRICIO ROSERO; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS. 15 CH 1024 320 SOUTH IOWA STREET ADDISON, IL 60101-3716 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on December 13, 2016, Sheriff of DuPage County will on March 27, 2018, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DuPage, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 03-28-422-015 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 320 SOUTH IOWA STREET ADDISON, IL 60101-3716 Description of Improvements: SINGLE FAMILY HOME, NOT FOR SALE, UTIL ON, 1.5 CAR DET GAR The Judgment amount was $173,024.16.

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Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel. No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file# 12189 PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

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(Continued from page 17) include a Tuesday/Thursday program School. Practices start the week of for three year-olds (must turn 3 by March 19, games start April 7. The fee Sept. 1, 2018) and a Monday/Wednes- during priority registration is $52. Call day/Friday program for four year-olds 630-834-8970 with any questions. (must turn 4 by Sept. 1, 2018). Both programs are held 8:45-11:15 a.m. For Pickleball for adults now open more information and preschool fees Villa Park Recreation now offers and tuition options call 630-834-8970. Pickleball for adults both as classes

and as a drop-in program at the Iowa Community Center, 338 N. Iowa. Join the Pickleball craze and sign up to play this fun game that combines elements of tennis, badminton and ping pong.

Pickleball players use wooden paddles and whiffle balls to play on a badminton-sized court with a slightly modified tennis net. It is a low-impact sport and easier on the knees and shoulders than tennis and is a recreational game that is designed to encourage an active lifestyle. Sign up for the next 4-week session on Wednesdays, March 7-April 4, from 2:30-3:30 p.m. Dropin play is available on Tuesdays, 7:459:45 p.m., Saturdays, 12 noon-2 p.m. (starting Feb. 17) and Fridays, 3-5 Spring soccer p.m. (starting March 9). The drop in registration begins fee is $3 resident and non-resident.

The Villa Park Youth Soccer League Punch cards for drop-in play are also is holding priority registration for the available. Call 630-834-8970 with any spring season. Register your child age questions.

4-13 at the Iowa Community Center, 338 N. Iowa on Wednesday, Feb. 28 Family open gym on from 4-7 p.m. or Saturday, March 3 Monday nights from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. The spring soccer Parks and Recreation holds family season features seven games played open gym at Jackson Middle School’s Saturday mornings and weekly prac- main gym on Mondays from 7-8:30 tices. All practices and games are held p.m. Drop-in to play basketball and at the soccer fields at Jackson Middle volleyball as a family. The $7 cash fee LEGO® DUPLO program for younger children available at the Library All children ages 2-5 are invited to come to the library to build, play, and socialize with other kids and families at LEGO® DUPLO® Build-Play.

Sessions will take place at the Villa Park Public Library on Fridays, Feb. 9 and 23; March 9 and 23; and April 13 from 10-10:30 a.m. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required for each session. For more information, visit the library’s website at vppl.info or call 630-8341164.

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is payable at the door. The family fee is for 1 or 2 adults over 21 and children under 18. Individuals (age 18 and oldResident named to er) who drop in to open gym pay a $3 Dean’s List at Clemson fee. The en-trance to the open gym is Kevin S. Baumann of Villa Park through the main school entrance, 301 has been named to the Dean’s List at W. Jackson in Villa Park. Info: call Clemson University for the fall 2017 630-834-8970 or in-villpark.com semester. Baumann is majoring in Management.

Poetry workshops at the Library Calling all poets and poetry lovers! Read an original poem you have written and listen to the works of your fellow poets at the Villa Park Public Library. Bring 10 copies of one or two of your own poems to read and Registration is required for Reception scheduled for discuss. this after-hours program, which will held from 6-8:30 p.m. Feb. 12 and Feb. 25 at Post #2801 be 26; March 12 and 26; and April 9 and The Patriot’s Pen and Voice of 23. For more information, visit the Democracy team of the Auxiliary of library’s website at vppl.info or call VFW Post # 2801 in Villa Park would 630-834-1164. like to thank the 44 middle school and high school students who par- Villa Park Recreation ticipated in the Patriot’s Pen written classes for kids essay contest and Voice of DemocVilla Park Recreation has severracy audio essay contest. A Recog- al upcoming classes for kids to keep nition Ceremony will take place on them busy this fall. Toddlers ages 18Sunday, Feb. 25 from 2-4 p.m., at the 36 months can participate with parents VFW Post # 2801, located at 39 E. in Exploring Toddler where they’ll St. Charles Street in Villa Park. The have a great time moving and explorevent is free and open to the public. ing colors, books, songs and other The participants, family members, activities. Children ages 3-5 will enand teachers are especially welcome joy Mad Scientists Laboratory where and urged to attend the ceremony to they will try experiments that will excelebrate everyone’s efforts and ac- plode and erupt and Dino Hour, a funcomplishments. Certificates will be packed hour of dinosaur fun. Jugando presented to all participants. Prizes Se Aprende … Learn While Playing is will be awarded to the top six win- a unique class for ages 4-6 that comners in each category as voted by the bines literature, art and large motor Patriot’s Pen and Voice of Democra- play as children learn Spanish. For cy team. specifics on these classes such as class The Auxiliary wishes to thank the day, time and fees, visit invillapark. community for its continued support com or call the Recreation Department to our Veterans and to the VFW Post office at 630-834-8970. #2801.

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