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Off and running More than 200 people participated in Saturday morning’s 12th Annual Just For Fun 5K Run and children’s 1-mile race in Villa Park. Both races started and finished along the Illinois Prairie Path near the Rugaard Gazebo. The event honors the memory of Bonnie Scahill, a former physical education teacher in District

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45 who passed away in 2013. The Villa Park/Lombard PTA Council sponsored Saturday’s event, which took place in clear and cool weather. Competitors are pictured heading eastbound on the Illinois Prairie Path at the start of the 5-kilometer race.

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County accepting water quality grant applications

The DuPage County Stormwater Management Committee voted Tuesday to begin accepting grant proposals for projects aimed at improving the quality of the County’s waterbodies.

In its 21st year, the Water Quality Improvement Program (WQIP) grant awards funding for projects exhibiting a regional water quality benefit, including restoration and green infrastructure projects.

“The amount of green infrastructure and water quality projects being designed and constructed county-

Correction

In the Aug. 15th issue, a story appeared about the Dan Gibbons Turkey Trot Foundation and the Freedom & Dignity Fest concert featuring Toby Keith that was to be held on Saturday, Aug. 10 at the Schaumburg Boomers baseball stadium.

The story indicated Imagn Events filed for bankruptcy the Wednesday prior to the event.

According to the Foundation, they learned of the company’s intent to file for bankruptcy, but not that they had actually filed.

The owners of Imagn Events indicated there was no intent to file bankruptcy and they have not filed. The Independent regrets the error.

wide grows exponentially each year,” said Stormwater Management Committee Chairman Jim Zay. “We had our most competitive grant period to date last year with 19 applications requesting funding for projects totaling nearly $10 million.”

Under the program, organizations

and individuals may apply for reimbursement of up to 25 percent of construction costs for portions of projects that improve water quality.

During the grant’s tenure, DuPage County has awarded nearly $4 million to 62 projects such as permeable paver parking lots, green roofs and

native vegetation, with approximately $300,000 awarded annually.

“These types of projects have so many co-benefits, from reducing localized flooding and improving ecosystems to enhancing the aesthetics of our local communities,” Zay added.

The WQIP grant webpage also includes past projects and common water quality practices, as well as guidance on applying for the WQIP grant. The application deadline is Jan. 10, 2020. To learn more and download the application guide, visit dupageco.org/WQIPgrant.

Cantigny hosts annual photo contest Deadline is Nov. 18

Cantigny Park invites amateur photographers to enter their best images in the Cantigny in Focus annual photo contest. The submission deadline for entries is Monday, Nov. 18.

Submitted images (maximum 10) must be from the grounds of Canti-

gny Park or Cantigny Golf in Wheaton, the 500-acre former estate of Robert R. McCormick. Pictures taken in 2019 or earlier are eligible.

Cantigny-appointed judges will select 20 images for public display in the park’s Visitors Center Gallery. Judges look for photographs that best represent the scope of Cantigny, including gardens, museums, special events, festivals, golf, adult and children’s programs, concerts,

military events and nature.

The entries chosen for display will be enlarged, professionally framed at Cantigny’s expense and returned to the photographers at the end of 2020. Top finishers also receive a free annual membership to Cantigny Park.

Winning entries will be on display starting this February. Park visitors may then vote for their favorite images throughout 2020. Owners of the

top three vote getters receive prizes.

Full details about Cantigny in Focus, including rules and official entry form, are available online at Cantigny.org. Questions may be directed to Brian Gray at 630-260-8167 or bgray@Cantigny.org.

Cantigny Park hours are 7 a.m. to sunset in October, and 9 a.m. to sunset in November and December.

Parking is $5 and free on the first Wednesday of the month.

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The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved the state’s request for assistance to help residents whose homes and businesses suffered storm damage on June 26 when severe thunderstorms hit the region.

The approved SBA disaster declaration makes low-interest loans available to homeowners, renters and businesses. SBA loans can help repair or

replace damaged or destroyed real estate. Homeowners and renters can apply for loans to repair or replace damaged or destroyed personal property.

Businesses and private non-profit organizations can apply for loans to repair or replace damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory and other business assets.

The filing deadline to return appli-

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Alleged carjacker currently on bond out of Cook County for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert B. Berlin and Villa Park Chief of Police Michael Lay recently announced that bond has been set for a Villa Park man charged with Michael Davis hijacking a woman’s car from a gas station.

Michael Davis, 35, appeared at a bond hearing where Judge Liam Brennan set bond at $ 250,000 with 10 percent to apply. Davis is charged with one count of vehicular hijacking (Class 1 felony), two counts of attempt vehicular hijacking (Class 2 felony), one count of aggravated battery in a public place (Class 3 felony), one count of possession of a stolen motor vehicle (Class 2 felony) and one count of aggravated dui (Class 4 felony).

On Sept. 29 at approximately 5:10 p.m., officers with the Villa Park Police Department responded to a call at a Walgreens store, regarding a subject who attempted to enter two cars in the parking lot. It is alleged that Davis approached an occupied vehicle in the parking lot, entered the passenger seat and demanded the victim to drive away.

It is alleged that when the victim exited his vehicle to attend to another person in the back of his car, Davis exited the passenger seat and went around the car to the driver’s side and attempted to get in the vehicle. It is alleged that Davis then ran towards another occupied car in the parking lot and punched the windows multiple times telling the female driver to let him in.

When the driver refused, it is alleged that Davis then fled the area on foot to a nearby Thorton’s gas station. It is further alleged that at the gas station, Da-

vis attempted to enter a woman’s car while she was at a gas pump washing her car windows.

It is alleged that Davis entered her car and drove away, dragging the victim as she held on to the steering wheel.

After the woman let go of the steering wheel, it is alleged that Davis drove away in the woman’s car and eventually fled westbound on Roosevelt Road after crashing into an outside store display and two vehicles at the gas station.

It is further alleged that Davis was then involved in a crash in Lombard.

Davis then allegedly fled the crash scene on foot and was taken into custody near the scene of the crash by Lombard Police officers. It is alleged that Davis had a BAC of .261.

“It is alleged that within a very short amount of time, Mr. Davis’ brief crime spree claimed eight victims and caused significant damage to gas station property and three vehicles,” Berlin said.

“These allegations are outrageous and will be met with the full force of the law. Thankfully, no one was seriously injured as a result of Mr. Davis’ alleged actions.

“I would like to thank the Villa Park and Lombard Police Departments as well as the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office for their work in quickly bringing this matter under control. I would also like to thank Assistant State’s Attorney Jennifer Lindt for her work on this case.”

“I would like to commend the efforts of our officers, detectives and the officers of the Lombard Police Department which led to the quick apprehension of and identification of the alleged offender in this terrible series of events,” Lay said. “I would also like to thank the members of the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office and the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office for the assistance and guidance provided in bringing forth these charges.”

Davis’ next court appearance is scheduled for Oct. 31 for arraignment in front of Judge Brennan.

Presentation about Coca-Cola at the Villa Park Historical Museum on Sunday

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Zumbathon fundraiser

The Villa Park Parks and Recreation Department hosted Saturday afternoon’s Zumbathon fundraising event at the Iowa Community Center.

All proceeds from the fundraiser benefit the Lupus Research Alliance. Lupus advocate Lisa Synett organized Saturday’s event. Synett is a regular at Zumba classes at the Iowa Community Center. The classes are offered five times per week. Participants filled the center’s gymnasium to take part in Saturday’s fundraiser.

Several Zumba instructors led the workouts from the stage.

One photo shows instructors Silvia Ramirez (foreground, right) and Esther Collo-Peruzzo (background, left). Zumba is an exercise fitness program in which participants work out to energetic music. In addition to registration fees, Saturday’s fundraiser raised money through T-shirt sales, a bake sale and several raffles.

The Villa Park Historical Society will host a special program—The History of Coca-Cola—presented by Dick Volker—on Sunday, Oct. 13.

The free program, which is open to the public, will begin at 2 p.m. after a brief annual meeting at the Villa Park Historical Museum, 220 S. Villa Ave. Coca-Cola will be served at the presentation.

Volker worked in sales management with Coca-Cola for more than 40 years. He has collected and maintained an array of advertising material.

For more information, call the Villa Park Historical Museum at 630941-0223.

Fire department to hold open house on Saturday

The Villa Park Fire Department will hold its annual open house on Saturday, Oct. 12. The open house will take place from noon until 3 p.m. at Fire Station 81, located at 1440 S. Ardmore Ave. Parking will be available across the street in the U.S. Post Office lot.

The open house offers several events for children, including apparatus and equipment displays, a fire safety puppet show and a coloring contest. Children will also have a chance to use a real fire hose.

A new attraction to this year’s open house is a kids combat challenge for children ages 4 through 8. Participants will be able to test their firefighting skills as they work through an obstacle course. A parental waiver is required for children to take part in the obstacle course.

For more information, contact the Villa Park Fire Department at 630833-5350.

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

Juveniles age 17-or-younger are not named.

Sept. 28 Police said Leszek Kawa, 47, of Norridge, had a warrant out of the Cook County Sheriff’s Department for contempt of court in the 600 block of W. Lake at around 11 a.m.

A 32-year-old Villa Park man was charged with two counts of domestic battery, while a 31-year-old Chicago man was charged with two counts of domestic battery and interfering with the reporting of domestic violence in the 700 block of W. James at around Villa Park 7:41 p.m.

Criminal damage to property was Sept. 18 reported in the 500 block of N. ArdA 54-year-old Villa Park woman more at around 9:59 p.m. Police said was charged with two counts of do- an unknown suspect threw a brick mestic battery in the 600 block of N. through the bedroom window.

Biermann at around 8:22 p.m.

Sept. 13-Sept. 16 Sept. 17 Criminal damage to a vehicle was Brandon Bickerstaff, 35, of Ber- reported in the 900 block of North. wyn, was charged with retail theft at Police said an unknown suspect shata local store at around 7:56 p.m. tered the front passenger window on an unoccupied vehicle left on the Sept. 16 street sometime between 5:30 p.m.

Cristian Garcia, 25, of West Chi- Sept. 13 and 7:30 a.m. Sept. 16. cago, was charged with two counts of DUI, illegal transportation of al- Sept. 15 cohol, speeding and improper lane Raphael Hunter, 28, of Villa Park, usage near North and Yale at around was charged with battery, criminal 12:49 a.m. damage to property and criminal

trespass to real property in the 400 block of N. Ardmore at around 4:16 p.m.

Theft of lost or mislaid property was reported at a local store. Police said an unknown suspect stole a cell phone that was lost or mislaid sometime between 4-5 p.m.

Retail theft was reported at a local store at around 3:55 p.m. Police said unknown suspects under-rang items to purchase while at the self-checkout.

The suspects left the store without paying for the items.

Criminal damage to property was reported in the 500 block of E. Park.

Police said an unknown suspect threw two bricks through the front window of a house sometime between 12:24 and 12:59 a.m.

Sept. 12 Theft of lost or mislaid property was reported in the 1000 block of S. Villa at around 8 a.m. Police said an unknown suspect stole a debit card that was lost or mislaid.

Glen Ellyn man pleads guilty to 2017 murder

DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert B. Berlin announced on Tuesday, Oct. 1 that James Aydelotte, 22, formerly of Glen Ellyn, has entered a blind plea of guilty to the 2017 murder of 49-year-old John Murray of Glendale Heights. Aydelotte appeared in court Tuesday morning in front of Addison Judge Alex McGimpsey, who acceptSept. 30 ed his plea. In exchange for his guilty Police said an officer responded to plea, the State has agreed to cap its senthe Cook County Jail to transport and tencing recommendation at 45 years in process Heriberto Alvarado, 42, of the Illinois Department of Corrections.

Chicago, who had an original On January 17, 2017, at approxwarrant out of the Addison Police imately 6:40 p.m., DuPage County Department for retail theft and retail Sheriff’s deputies responded to a 911 theft by use of an emergency door at call on the 200 block of Mildred Lane around 10:45 a.m. in unincorporated Glen Ellyn. Upon Police said James A. Koechle, 62, their arrival, deputies found Murray of West Chicago, had an original injured and unresponsive. An inveswarrant out of the Addison Police tigation into the matter revealed that Department for theft at around 7:17 Murray was visiting with Aydelotte a.m. when the two men got into a verbal argument. At some point in time, the argument turned physical with Aydelotte striking Murray in the face. The investigation also found that Aydelotte stomped on Murray’s head and also cut Murray in the leg with a knife. from the Murray was transported to a local hosLOMBARDIAN/VILLA PARK REVIEW pital where he passed away from his 116 S. Main St. Lombard, IL 60148 injuries the following day. Aydelotte 627-7010 Fax: 627-7027 was taken into custody at this time and has remained in custody at the DuPage County Jail since on a bond of $4 million with 10% to apply.

“This morning, James Aydelotte took responsibility for the brutal murder of John Murray,” Berlin said. “This was a senseless loss of life that didn’t have to happen. It is my hope that today’s proceedings will in some way help those who loved John begin the 116 S. Main St. Lombard, IL 60148 healing process as they continue their lives without him.”

627-7010 Fax: 627-7027 Aydelotte’s next court appearance is scheduled for Oct. 29, 2019 for return of the Pre-Sentence Report.

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Viewpoint Letter to the editor Reader urges support of children in developing countries As a frequent reader of the Elmhurst Independent, I am struck by how many stories and events center around children. I am proud to be a member of a community that supports children of all ages and helps them grow and develop to be the best citizens they can be.

It is so important that each child has a solid foundation in which they can learn and advance their academic, social and emotional intelligence.

I believe this attention to children must extend beyond the boundaries of our community, state and nation.

Most people don’t know that since 1990, U.S. international aid has saved the lives of nearly 100 million children. This is an amazing accomplishment, but we need to make sure that children do more than survive; we need to help them thrive.

In developing countries, integrating Early Childhood Development (ECD) into child-focused foreign assistance only costs 50 cents per child

per year and we know it significantly improves their long-term well-being.

In fact, the benefits of ECD programming are worth six times their cost.

Activities such as reading, singing, playing with colorful objects and eating nutritious meals help stimulate young minds and start children on the right path for lifetime success.

ECD can mitigate some of the worst effects that come with children living in poverty, war-torn areas and refugee camps. Yet, our U.S. government does not integrate ECD into international programs for children.

Therefore, as your neighbor, I would like to urge readers to join me in contacting U. S. Representative Mike Quigley to co-sponsor legislation being introduced by U. S. Representatives Castro (D-TX) and Fitzpatrick (R-PA) that would bring early childhood development to children all around the world. Please take a moment to call or email Representative Quigley. Together we can help build a strong foundation for children to achieve their potential here in Elmhurst and across the globe.

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This has nothing to do with Villa Park or surrounding areas, but I do know that some Chicago teachers live in the suburbs and read this paper. Chicago teachers, you want to go on strike? You’re pulling my rope really thin. Nobody feels sorry for you anymore. You’re going to make $100,000 a year for working nine months. You have three months off every year. Class sizes too big. I went to a Chicago public school. Class sizes were 30 kids. Deal with it. If you don’t like your job, quit because after you strike, I don’t think you’re going to have sympathy from anybody anymore. And it’s not only from me, but from a lot of my neighbors, too. Remember this. *** I sincerely hope everyone has had a chance to see the “hug”! The young man who hugged the woman who killed his brother set an example for all of us. He showed what it truly means to love and forgive—even under the most difficult circumstance.

I’m not sure that I could have done that, but it might help some of us think less about hate and more about love and forgiveness. *** So, our president refuses to answer any questions on anything. He loves to tweet because no one can question him. And, when the reporter ques-

tioned him, he said, “You talkin’ to me?” The president will be impeached and it is not personal, and should never be personal. It is for the good of our country, and therefore, the world. He threatens and bullies even world leaders, not to mention every member of his own party. And now that he uses profane language on Twitter they will soon cancel his account as swearing is not allowed — then where will he vent? It is a very sad time for our country that we have to go through this process—and now the vice president will probably be impeached also.

Can anyone say “President Nancy”? *** During my daily walks on the Prairie Path rain or shine I’ve noted over the last months that of a hundred cyclists have approached me from behind only three announced their presence. Illinois cyclist rules of the road require that a signal or horn, or verbal sign be given upon approaching a pedestrian from behind. It’s just courteous. *** So, Pelosi won’t go after Clinton, she won’t go after Comey, but she’ll throw Trump to the wolves. I forgot; she’s the leader of the pack. *** A few area school districts are talking about ways to reduce students’ stress and anxiety. Here’s one sugges-

was wrong. From their elitist pedestal they are telling us who should and should not be president. The political elite dictate to us because we, the American people, in their estimations are stupid and inept. The presidency should be settled by us at the ballot box by us, the American people. The greatest danger to our republic and our democratic way of life is a Democratic Party of Nadler, Schiff, Cortez, Pelosi and their followers. Beware of the lies, deceit and character assassinations. If you follow them, you deserve the outcome, which is chaos and loss of freedom. *** You call in and complain about Elizabeth Warren, you complain about all the Democrats and you have a man sitting in the White House who is a disgrace to the United States of America. He’s in bed with Russia; we know this, it’s a proven fact. He is a womanizer, he is just a disgrace to the whole United States of America. We are the laughing stock of the world because of this buffoon who sits in our most sacred house, the White

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Saturday, Oct. 12 Chicago Haunted Gangster Tour Interested in Chicago’s history? Join Villa Park Recreation on a Chicago Haunted Gangster Tour that will let you follow in the footsteps of some of the most famous bootleggers in Chicago’s history. The walking tour will visit hidden basements, around buildings and down by the dark Chicago River to show you what it was like to be a Chicago mobster during prohibition. Stories shared on the guided tour explore some of the most famous prohibition era gangster hangouts and establishments. The tour departs from Harry Carey’s Italian Steakhouse and also stops at City Winery and Bar Louie. “Spirits” and food can be purchased at each stop on your own. This 21-and-older trip is from 4-8:30 p.m. The fee is $40 which includes bus transportation and the tour. Get a group together and register today at the Iowa Community Center or Community Recreation Building. Call 630-834-8970 that serves public school students in with any questions.

District 88, Addison School District 4, District 45 and Salt Creek School Monday, Oct. 14District 48. For more information Saturday, Oct. 19 about the foundations, go to www. Recreational Basketball dupage88.net/foundation.

League registration The test-drive events will feature Villa Park Recreation is holding many vehicles from Ford’s impres- priority registration for Recreational sive lineup. Dealership staff on-site Basketball Leagues at a reduced fee will be able to assist and provide of $72. The registration fee is $82 more information about any of the Oct. 21-26. Basketball teams are coFord vehicles available for a test- rec with practices one night per week drive. at the Iowa Community Center or an To date, Ford Dealerships through- area school. Practice for the out the U.S. have helped raise more Recreational Youth Basketball than $40 million for local schools League for players in grades 1-4 starts and nonprofits, thanks to their hard the week of Nov. 4. The Recreationwork and working with the Drive 4 al Intervillage Basketball League for UR School and Drive 4 UR Commu- players in grades 5-8 starts the week nity programs. of Nov. 18. This league practices No purchase necessary. must be two days per week. All games are 18 years of age or older with a valid on Saturdays at Willowbrook High driver’s license and valid automobile School’s field house. Call 630-834insurance. Donation of $20 per valid 8970 with any questions. test-drive, up to 300 total test-drives, for a maximum total donation of Friday, Oct. 18 $6,000 per event. Limit one (1) dona- Annual Halloween Happenings tion per person and one (1) donation Villa Park Recreation is holding per household. an annual community event, Hal-

Test-drive a Ford this Friday to support Willowbrook students Roesch Ford in Bensenville is bringing Ford Motor Company’s Drive 4 UR School program to the District 88 community in an effort to raise up to $6,000 (per event) to benefit District 88 students.

For every person who test-drives a new Ford vehicle at the time and date listed below, Ford Motor Company will donate $20 to the District 88 Foundation: Friday, Oct. 11, 5 to 7 p.m. at Willowbrook, 1250 S. Ardmore Ave. in Villa Park (sign up for a test-drive at www.dupage88.net/WBFordEvent2019).

Funds raised by the District 88 Foundation have been used to support students through initiatives such as providing computers and Internet access, subsidizing Advanced Placement (AP)/college-level tests and offering mini-grants for staff to develop instructional opportunities for students.

The District 88 Foundation is a member of the Partnership for Inspired Education (PIE) Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization

tion: Stop pushing the leftist propaganda that so-called “climate change” is going to destroy the planet in the next dozen years. It’s a shame that so many children believe such nonsense. *** Hello. I have noticed that India is issuing an ordinance that will prohibit the manufacturing, import, export, transport, sales, distribution, storage and advertising related to e-cigarettes. India is having a total ban on vaping and e-cigarettes and I want to know why DuPage County and Illinois don’t follow, given the number of sickness and vaping deaths that are occurring in our country. There seems to be a vape shop every 20 feet in Villa Park and it seems like many of these people are coming from India because even India won’t allow these vape shops. Why are our corrupt leaders allowing so many businesses for cigarettes, cigars and vaping? Thank you. *** A man was elected president by the people of this country, which the political elite in Washington decided

loween Happenings, from 6-8 p.m. at the Iowa Community Center, 338 N. Iowa. Ghosts and goblins of all ages are invited to come in costume to trick-or-treat outdoors at each “Spooktacular” Halloween scene created by local merchants and organizations. After trick-or-treating head inside for Halloween fun that includes the World’s Greatest Halloween Balloon Stage Show presented

by Smarty Pants. You’ll be amazed by the giant balloon creations. Halloween Happenings will be held rain or shine. The outside trick-or-treating portion of the event is free and no pre-registration is required. For those attending the indoor entertainment, the fee is $5 per person; $8 per person day of event, provided space is available. Info: call 630-843-8970.

Halloween Happenings wants you!

Parks & Recreation invites area merchants, scout groups, clubs and organizations to participate in Halloween Happenings from 6-8:30 p.m. by sponsoring a trick-or-treat station which will be set up outside on the grounds of the Iowa Community Center. The $15 fee will provide groups with a table, chairs and electricity, if needed. Participating in Halloween Happenings as a sponsor will give your organization great exposure and is a wonderful opportunity to promote your business. Halloween Happenings gives kids the opportunity to trick-or-treat outdoors for free and to watch entertainment by the world’s Greatest Halloween Balloon Stage Show presented by Smarty Pants indoors (fee charged) after the trick-or-treating.

Scenes don’t have to be elaborate but groups can be as creative as they like. Groups provide their own candy to pass out. This event is sponsored, in-part, by the Villa Park Lions Club.

Saturday, Oct. 19 Library brings guest storytellers to Grand ReOpening The Villa Park Public Library invites community members of

House. And people who still defend him, you are obviously not Americans and you do not care about this land that he is inch by inch destroying and trying to make it a plutocracy.

He’s cutting away the protection of the lands, the water, the air, but you don’t see anything wrong with this. I feel sorry for you. *** I would like to know if anyone else noticed that this summer, there has been more road construction than I have ever seen in this county in my life. It is amazing and you cannot get anywhere as nothing is accessible and it takes very long to get to a couple of towns away because everywhere you go there is a road construction project. Why is that? Are these companies just given contracts to build roads that don’t even need repair? I can’t imagine that all these roads need constant summer repair. *** Jerry Nadler of the Congress Democrat side should go back to being a penguin in Alaska. He is nothing but a penguin.

all ages to celebrate its Grand Re-Opening from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. In addition to a ribbon cutting, tours or the library’s new and renovated spaces, and highlights of the library’s history, the Grand Re-Opening will include fun activities for the entire family, like storytime with Princess Beauty and Pirate Quigley. The event will also feature crafts, music, refreshments and other surprises. Registration is required for Storytelling with Princess Beauty and Pirate Quigley.

For more information, visit the library’s website at vppl.info or call 630-834-1164.

Correction

In the Aug. 15 issue, a story appeared about the Dan Gibbons Turkey Trot Foundation and the Freedom & Dignity Fest concert featuring Toby Keith that was to be held on Saturday, Aug. 10 at the Schaumburg Boomers baseball stadium.

The story indicated Imagn Events filed for bankruptcy the Wednesday prior to the event. According to the Foundation, it learned of the company’s intent to file for bankruptcy, but not that they had actually filed.

The owners of Imagn Events indicated there was no intent to file bankruptcy and they have not filed. The Review regrets the error.

College news

Walenga starts college at UK Tyler Walenga, of Villa Park, is one of 1,661 incoming freshmen in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Kentucky, beginning with the fall 2019 semester. Tyler’s academic major is Biology.

Resident enrolls at Belmont U Villa Park native Claire Mitchell has enrolled at Belmont University in Nashville, Tenn., this semester as part of the University’s largest class ever.

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LGBTQIA+ Challenges: Inequities across a Lifespan Building off the momentum of the Stonewall uprising and the emerging LGBT civil rights movement, a group of activists came together more than 40 years ago to form SAGE, a nationwide network of support for LGBTQIA+ older people.

As the chief executive officer of SAGE, Michael Adams has used his expertise and heart to improve opportunities and quality-of-life issues for millions of LGBTQIA+ older

He also spent a decade leading cut- Lesbian and Gay Rights Project.

Tickets are available by visiting elmpeople across the country.

Admission is $10 for the general hurst.edu/cultural.

Adams will present LGBTQIA+ ting-edge litigation that established For more information, call (630) Challenges: Inequities Across A new rights for LGBTQIA+ people public and free for Elmhurst College Lifespan, this year’s William R. as associate director of the ACLU’s students, faculty, staff and alumni. 617-5186.

Johnson Intercultural Lecture, on Wednesday, Oct. 23, beginning at 4 p.m. in the Schaible Science Center, Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 in Illinois Hall, on the campus of Elmhurst College.

Before joining SAGE, Adams was the director of education and public affairs for Lambda Legal.

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Custom All Brick Home

2010 spacious custom built all-brick home with open-floor plan featuring 5 bedrooms and 6 full baths in central Elmhust. Walk to train, schools, city center, parks, and shopping. Inviting, elegant atmosphere with over 7000 feet of living space. $1,150,000

FIRST OFFERING! Custom All Brick Home 2010 spacious custom built all-brick home with open-floor plan featuring 5 bedrooms and 6 full baths in central Elmhust. Walk to train, schools, city center, parks, and shopping. Inviting, elegant atmosphere with over 7000 feet of living space. Gourmet kitchen open to family room with fireplace and loft with custom designed library/office. First floor bedroom suite, office, laundry, mud room, and access to attached 3-car finished garage. Second floor leads to an enormous master suite whose ceramic-tiled bath has double sink granite-top vanity, double spa tub, oversize walk-in shower, and huge custom designed walk-in closet adjacent to giant laundry room; 3 additional bedrooms, each with its own bath and walk-in closet. 10 foot ceilings, full bath, and fireplace in finished open lower level. All hardwood flooring, solid wood doors and oversize moldings. Act quickly: this one won’t be long on the market. $1,150,000 Make This Home Yours!

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This updated ranch sits on a 60X137 shaded lot. Inside the elegant interior are red oak hdwd floors spanning the LR, 3 BR & kitchen complemented by stately crown molding! The kitchen is loaded with high-end updates:Custom Cupboard $435,000

This updated ranch sits on a 60X137 shaded lot.

Inside the elegant interior are red oak hdwd floors spanning the LR, 3 BR & kitchen complemented by stately crown molding! The kitchen is loaded with high-end updates:Custom Cupboard softclose kitchen cabinets, under cabinet lighting w/ dimmers,Cambria quartz countertops,a 48” Viking 6-burner stove & double oven, a built-in Viking refrigerator & microwave,& a deep Elkay stainless steel kitchen sink. The bathroom boasts porcelain tile,Kohler sink & toilet,& high end faucet.

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A perfect blend of classic architecture & modern amenities, this renovated Tudor in Cherry Farm is like no other. Updated kitchen/baths, custom millwork including beamed & coffered ceilings, new light & plumbing fixtures, plantations shutters, a fully finished basement which includes a 4th bedroom, full bath, wet bar, playroom, rec room, & home theatre.. Radiant heat for basement, outside walkways and back patio. Unique master suite includes a renovated spa bath with his and her closets and attached loft/office/nursery which includes wet bar and bath. $1,099,900

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Willowbrook names September recipient of 88’s Best recognition Samuel (Sam) Bruns has been named as Willowbrook’s September recipient of 88’s Best recognition for his outstanding academic accomplishments. Bruns, a senior, was recognized during the Sept. 23 District 88 Board of Education meeting.

Bruns said he attributes his success as a student and a person to the role models he has had throughout his life. From his parents, to his brother, to his classmates and teammates, to his teachers and coaches, he credits their influence as the reason he is driven to make the most of every opportunity.

As a result, Bruns has built an outstanding record of academic and extracurricular accomplishments at Willowbrook.

As a student, Bruns consistently pursues the most rigorous courses available at Willowbrook. At the conclusion of his high school career, he will have completed nine Advanced Placement (AP)/college-level cours-

es, two dual-credit classes and a multitude of honors courses.

Bruns has been named to the Distinction Honor Roll each semester of his high school career and is an inductee of the National Honor Society, Civitas (Willowbrook’s Social Studies Honor Society) and the Math, World Language and National English honor societies. He also has received the Outstanding Freshman Award and the Human Relations Award.

Beyond the classroom, Bruns further commits his time and talents to a variety of clubs and activities at Willowbrook. He is a board member for New Beginnings, serving as a mentor for freshmen as they transition to high school.

He also is a four-year member of the boys basketball team and the boys volleyball team, serving as captain for each.

Outside of Willowbrook, Bruns can be found volunteering as a vol-

Obituaries

Dolores R. Olson, 91 Dolores R. Olson, nee Oldenburg, of Villa Park, passed away on Sept.

28, 2019, at the age of 91. Beloved wife of the late Donald. Loving mother Virginia Olson, Patricia (Ed) Peterson, Steve, David and the late John Olson. Cherished grandmother of Brian and Cory (John) Schmid.

Great grandmother of Iyla Schmid.

Fond sister of the late Elmer "Ricky" Oldenburg. Aunt and great aunt of several nieces and nephews.

Visitation Thursday Oct. 3, 3 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Steuerle Funeral Home 350 S. Ardmore Ave. Villa Park, IL 60181 Funeral service was held Friday, Oct. 4, at the funeral home. Interment at Elm Lawn Cemetery in Elmhurst. Info: 1-630-8324161 or steuerlefl.com.

Claudia J. Hanrahan, 87 Claudia J. Hanrahan, nee Ditter, of Berkeley, passed away on Oct. 2, 2019, at the age of 87. Beloved wife of the late Robert. Loving mother of Patrick (Robin), Richard (Lynnda), Robert (Jaime), Dawn (Pedro Landa) Hanrahan and the late Stephen.

Cherished grandmother of Stephen Dembowski, Robbie (Ryan) Ocasio, Kasie Dembowski, Michael Dembowski, Marc (Jeannie), Abaigael, Emily, Madalyn, Gia, Sofia and Mia Hanrahan. Great grandmother of Hayes Hanrahan. Loving sister of Charles (the late Louise) Ditter.

Aunt and great aunt of many. Funeral Mass was held on Monday Oct. 7, at St. Domitilla Church, 4940 Washington Street, Hillside. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements provided by Steuerle Funeral Home, 350 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park.

Info: 1-630-832-4161.

Alex Korynecky 98 Alex Korynecky, of Villa Park, passed away on September 28, 2019, at the age of 98. Beloved husband of the late Maria. Loving father of Hosanna Korynecky, Gladys (David) Novotny, The late Nestor Korynecky and Irene Shaffer. Dear Brother of the the late Steve, Frank, Anna and Peter. Uncle of many. Services were

held Wednesday Oct. 2, at Steuerle Funeral Home, 350 S. Ardmore Ave. Villa Park. Interment to follow at Mt. Emblem Cemetery in Elmhurst. For further information 1-630-832-4161.

Lucille Fischer, 88 Lucille “Lucy” G. Fischer died peacefully on Thursday, Oct. 3, 2019 in Bloomingdale, Illinois at the age of 88. Lucy is survived by her brother and sister-in-law, Dr. Carl and Audrey Fischer of Sagamore Hills, Ohio, nieces Linda (Warren) Mohar of Baraboo, Wisconsin and Beth (Pat) Strocchia of Plainfield, Illinois, and nephews Mark Davis (fiancée Darlene Derengowski) and Thomas (Stacey) Fischer of Fort Mill, South Carolina, and several great-nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents Carl and Gertrude Fischer, her sister Trudy Davis and her nephew Robert Fischer.

Lucille was born on March 24, 1931 in Chicago to Carl and Gertrude (Reinhard) Fischer. She graduated from St. Alexander’s Elementary School in Villa Park and Immaculate Conception High School in Elmhurst. She lived at 146 N. Villa Ave. in Villa Park most of her life.

Lucy was employed by Canadian Grand Trunk Railway as a customer service representative and daily rode the commuter train back and forth from Villa Park to Union Station in Chicago.

Lucy was a generous person who made a point of always remembering friends and loved ones with birthday and holiday cards. She was an active and dedicated lifelong member of St. Alexander parish and she loved to read, travel and go out to dinner.

A memorial visitation is scheduled for 9:15 a.m. followed by memorial Mass at 10:15 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 12, at St. Alexander Catholic Church, 300 S. Cornell Ave, Villa Park. Father Rosenbaum will officiate the ceremony.

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leyball coach at a local elementary school and maintaining a part-time job.

“Bruns is one of those students who you wish you knew/had prior to his last year in high school,” said Brett Blair, Willowbrook English Department Head. “Diligent, dedicated, focused and studious are just a few words that give a simple snapshot of who Sam Bruns is. He truly is a pleasure to have in class..”

Willowbrook English teacher Regina Wathier agreed.

“Bruns is a positive, caring and inherently decent and kind human being, in addition to being a diligent, thoughtful student,” Wathier said.

“He brightened up the class with his supportive and encouraging comments.”

Willowbrook math teacher Elizabeth Zwart said Bruns’ internal motivation to be the best he can be in all aspects of life is what makes him stand out.

“Bruns is an amazing young man, who demonstrates kindness, maturity, grit and respect at all times,” Zwart said. “Bruns pushes himself to excel in his classwork and is very good at advocating for himself and his own understanding when need be.”

Bruns is a natural leader in the classroom and beyond, which was observed by Willowbrook English teacher Terri Woebel.

“When AP students return to school, I ask a student to facilitate a Socratic Seminar for his or her peers regarding their summer reading,” Woebel said. “Bruns volunteered

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Willowbrook senior Samuel (Sam) Bruns (left) has been named as Willowbrook’s September recipient of 88’s Best recognition for his outstanding academic accomplishments. He’s pictured with Willowbrook Principal Dr. Daniel Krause.

immediately, and he genuinely did the best job respectfully leading his peers in discussion while I observed.

I felt as though I was watching a seasoned teacher jump in as a substitute for me. He is a genuine leader at our school.”

Bruns’ plans for the future in-

clude applying to The University of Chicago, New York University, Washington University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Carnegie Mellon University. He is looking to continue his studies in communications or industrial organizational psychology.

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Warriors pound Hornets 35-0 to close in on another conference title Team posts its first shutout of the season

The Willowbrook football team routed Hinsdale South 35-0 on Friday night in Darien to improve to 5-1 overall and 4-0 in the West Suburban Gold Conference.

The Warriors, who have won five straight games, will face York (3-3) of the West Suburban Silver Conference this Friday in Villa Park. A victory over York will seal a 2019 post-season berth for the Warriors, who have advanced to the state quarterfinals of the playoffs in each of the last three seasons.

Willowbrook jumped to a 21-0 first-quarter lead over Hinsdale South (3-3 overall, 2-1 in the conference). The Warriors added one more touchdown in the second quarter to build a 28-0 halftime lead. They added their final touchdown in the third quarter.

Willowbrook built 42-0 halftime leads in its two previous games— conference victories over Leyden on Sept. 20 and Addison Trail on Sept.

28.

Senior quarterback Sam Tumilty threw three touchdown passes and added one touchdown run for the Warriors. Tumilty ran 72 yards for a touchdown in the first quarter. Senior Deandre Holliday made a pair of touchdown receptions for the Warriors. He also provided an interception on defense.

Senior Alessio Battaglia hauled in a touchdown reception of nearly 40 yards. Sophomore Jaylon White scored the Warriors’ final touchdown of the game on a second-half run.

“I thought our guys had a really good week of practice,” stated Willowbrook coach Nick Hildreth after the victory. “We left some points out there. We have to be more efficient and execute better. We also need to minimize the big plays on defense.”

After playing York this week, the Warriors will complete the regular season with conference games against Morton and Proviso East.

Willowbrook posted perfect 6-0 conference records in 2017 and 2018.

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The participants in the 1-mile kids run for children in kindergarten through fifth grade begin their race on Saturday morning following the Just For Fun 5K Run in Villa Park. The event’s 5-kilometer run began at 8:30 a.m. The kids run started an hour later. Some of the contestants are pictured as they head westbound on the Illinois Prairie Path. More than 200 people took part in the 5-kilometer run and 1-mile kids run.

Improved Willowbrook girls volleyball team looks to make late-season push

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

When the grind of a high school sports season gets into full swing, having a full week of practice and no games becomes a rarity.

But that’s exactly what the Willowbrook girls volleyball team encountered last week, which was music to coach Irene Mason’s ears.

“It was good,” she said. “The girls got to work on some things that we need to adjust. We got a lot of reps in on things we need to improve on, which is nice. We also got some girls some rest. It’s a long season and their bodies are kind of tired.”

Recently, Willowbrook defeated Streamwood in a non-conference match, lost to Downers Grove South in a West Suburban Conference Gold Division matchup and dropped a non-conference match to Montini.

The Warriors were 13-7 overall and 1-2 in WSC Gold play through late last week.

Mason continues to see improvement on multiple levels. “Our serving is still great. It’s been really strong,” she said. “Our defense is always impressive. We’re still working hard on that.”

On the offensive side, Mason noted Willowbrook has taken a step forward in the variety department.

“We’re finding different ways to score the ball,” she said. “We struggled early on and now we have a few hitters who have improved on ball control enough to where they can consistently find openings on the court and intentionally put the ball in places. We work on it a lot. They are finding openings, being flexible and adjusting their swings. Our hitters have improved overall.”

Mason loves the intensity she sees from her group.

“I love the hustle on the court,” she said. “They work hard and go for everything, whether it’s in practices or in games. It’s who we are and what we do. They are not going to let balls drop without the effort of someone going for it. We have a lot of kids who play with a lot of heart, which is important in a quick game like volleyball where there are all kinds of momentum shifts.”

Mason has seen widespread key contributions of late from the likes of Payton Ceh, Katie Linnig and Stephanie Dasbach.

“The last two matches, Payton’s

energy has been really high. She plays consistent,” Mason said. “Katie, our setter, has been playing great defense in our last three matches and Steph Dasbach has been blocking well consistently. That’s been a big help for us in the middle.”

Grace Reckamp and Natalie Cipriano also have excelled of late. “Grace continues to be a leader, very consistently and very strong,” said Mason.

“In our win against Streamwood and the Downer South and Montini matches, she stood out in all of those.

Natalie is only a freshman. She had a great night against Streamwood with like 10 kills. She looked confident.

She’s feeling more comfortable out there and is getting more confident.”

Willowbrook played Glenbard East and Hinsdale South earlier this week and will head to the Elk Grove tournament on Saturday.

“One reason we’re glad we are getting this Glenbard East match in is because they are in our sectional,” Mason explained. “If we can get a win against them, hopefully that will help us where we end up going in regionals.”

Overall, Mason has plenty to be pleased about with her group.

“Absolutely, I’m happy,” she said.

“We lost eight seniors from last year and then lost a starter to injury before the first match. That’s nine players in key roles. The focus was on who was going to step up and how we as a

team and a program can step up and see what are expectations are and perform like we can perform. Seeing that now, people are getting confident and more comfortable in their roles.”

Fenton boys golf team places two on all-conference list Bison boys soccer team to play in Pepsico championship Sunday

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Fenton boys golf team completed its first year in the Upstate Eight Conference by finishing sixth at the recent conference meet.

Individually, the Bison had two golfers earn all-conference honors.

Junior Patrick Block finished 13th and was named all-UEC, while sophomore Andrew Hoffing was 20th and also picked up all-conference accolades.

Fenton finished the UEC regular season with a 4-5 dual-meet mark.

Coach Rick Johnson also lauded

the efforts of freshman Taylor Siekierski. “Taylor has played well this year,” he said. “I am looking forward to next year with this very young team.”

Fenton played in the Class 2A Montini regional earlier this week at Village Links in Glen Ellyn where berths in this coming Monday’s Class 2A Hinsdale South sectional at Prairie Bluff in Lockport were on the line.

Fenton boys soccer Fenton’s boys soccer team had a 6-8-2 overall mark through its first 16 contests of the season. The Bison were 1-4-1 in Upstate Eight Conference play through late last week after

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Week 7 football previews York (3-3) at Willowbrook (5-1) When: Friday, 7:30 p.m.

Where: Willowbrook High School, Villa Park Last week: Hinsdale Central 28, York 21; Willowbrook 35, Hinsdale South 0 Last year: Willowbrook 28, York 14

Outlook: This annual neighborhood battle has some significant meaning this year. Visiting York, which is much improved under second-year coach Mike Fitzgerald, needs to get to five wins to become state playoff eligible (with favorable matchups with Oak ParkRiver Forest at home and Proviso West on the road to close out the regular season). They have three shots at getting two wins the rest of the way here. Willowbrook can punch another state playoff ticket with a victory at home Friday and then will turn its attention to shoring up another West Suburban Conference Gold Division title. The Warriors knocked off the other WSC Gold unbeaten in impressive fashion on the road last week in Darien. Willowbrook finishes up with winless Morton and an improved Proviso East team that heads into Week 7 with a 4-2 record, needing to win only once in its final three games to become playoff eligible (winless Proviso West is one of those three games). Proviso East has only made the playoffs twice in school history, the last coming in 2008.

Elgin (2-4, 2-4) at Fenton (2-4, 2-4) When: Friday, 7:30 p.m.

Where: Fenton High School, Bensenville Last week: Glenbard South 44, Fenton 20; Elgin 23, Streamwood 22 Last year: Did not play

Outlook: Fenton has fallen on hard times after starting the year 2-0.

The Bison still have a shot at becoming playoff eligible, but would have to win their final three contests to do so. That final regular season stretch includes Friday’s game at home against Elgin High and then road contests with East Aurora (2-4) and unbeaten South Elgin (6-0).

Elgin’s only other win was against winless West Chicago (57-12).

Fenton beat West Chicago 51-13.

Leyden (1-5, 1-2) at Addison Trail (0-6, 0-3) When: Friday, 7:30 p.m.

Where: Addison Trail High School, Addison Last week: Lyons Township 34, Leyden 7; Downers South 42, Addison Trail 0 Last year: Leyden 21, Addison Trail 7

Outlook: The Blazers hope to get into the win column for the first time this season against a Leyden team that has had its own share of struggles. Leyden’s only win came against 0-6 Morton. Addison Trail has scored 47 points this season and given up 276, while Leyden has scored 74 points and surrendered 176. Addison Trail wraps up 2019 with games at Hinsdale South in Week 8 and welcomes Morton to town to close it out in Week 9.

• Fenton report dropping a 1-0 conference decision to West Chicago.

Ivan Jaramillo was the team’s leading scorer with 17 goals and eight assists through late last week.

Fenton coach Victor Ruiz noted his squad has dealt with its fair share of adversity this season.

“We’re working well together despite a lot of injuries to starters,” he said. “We’ve seen lots of improvement on both sides of the ball.”

Ruiz noted he’s been impressed with the amount of players who have been involved on the offensive end this season. “We’re scoring goals from different players,” he said.

Ruiz added Fenton’s defensive unit has been working well together, while Victor Carmona has asserted himself in goal. “Victor Carmona has taken over the net,” said Ruiz.

Fenton has a busy stretch of its

(Continued from page 16) schedule coming up with contests against Bartlett, Downers Grove South, Elgin and Huntley.

The Huntley game on Sunday, Oct. 13 at 1 p.m. is part of the Pepsico Showdown championship series being held at the Lyons Soccer Complex.

Fenton boys cross country The Fenton boys cross country team took 16th at the recent Bill Dawson Blue Devil Invitational held at Shiloh Park in Zion.

Sam Elizondo led Fenton with a 31st place finish in 17:17 for three miles. Jimmy Palumbo was 69th with a time of 18:24. Matt Sisto was 96th with a time of 19:24. Juan Sosa finished 106th with a time of 19:51, while Chris Kovich was 112th with a time of 20:39. Roman Gomez was 116th with a time of 22:10 and Jacek Lula took 119th with a time of 22:38.

Keehner earns all-conference honors for Willowbrook boys golf team Warriors girls golf team competes in WSC tournament

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Willowbrook boys golf team finished third at the recent West Suburban Conference Gold Division tournament held at Prairie Bluff in Lockport. Contestants played from the blue tees on the par-72 layout.

Willowbrook finished with a 354 team score.

Senior Utah Keehner shot 85 and earned all-WSC Gold honors. Senior Logan Rattana carded an 89 for 18 holes, as did freshman Brett Vandergrift. Junior Andrew Rugg was Willowbrook’s final counting score. He shot 91.

The Warriors played in a Class 3A regional earlier this week at Carriage Greens in Darien where berths in the coming Monday’s Class 3A Glenbard West sectional at Village Links in Glen Ellyn were on the line.

Willowbrook girls golf The Willowbrook girls golf team finished seventh at the recent West Suburban Conference meet. Sophomore Emma Rattana led the way with a 99. Alexis Masseo shot 102, while junior Petyon Mitrick shot 111 and Mickey Martens shot 111.

“Conditions were less than ideal,” noted Willowbrook coach Jim White of the tournament, which was played in the rain at Broken Arrow in Lockport.

Willowbrook finished the regular season 5-7 overall and went 3-6 in WSC duals. The Warriors closed out the regular season with a 198-234 win against Addison Trail and a 169184 win against Riverside-Brookfield.

“We are starting to be more consistent with the scores from the top golfers,” White said. “We are seeing lower scores and better course management.”

White said Rattana, a state qualifier as a freshman, has been consistent “and has high expectations every time she plays,” he said.

White added Mitrick is improving her score every match, “and having more fun and less stress.”

White said the most impressive thing he’s seen from his team this season has been its approach to the game “with respect and determination to be better as individuals and as a team,” he said.

Willowbrook cross country The Willowbrook boys cross country team is gearing up for the upcoming West Suburban Conference Gold Division meet at O’Brien Park, hosted by Downers Grove South.

“Downers South is favored to win, but there will be close races for second and third between Leyden, Morton and I think us, but Hinsdale South will be contending, too,” said Willowbrook coach T.J. Artman.

“Our boys are training hard and getting excited for the race. We’ll have one senior in the starting lineup and

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The Willowbrook boys golf team played in last week’s West Suburban Gold Conference Meet at Prairie Bluff Public Golf Club in Crest Hill. The Warriors placed third in the team standings with their combined team score of 354. Downers Grove South won the conference title, while Hinsdale South finished second. Willowbrook senior Utah Keehner (pictured) earned All-Conference honors by firing an 18hole score of 85 on the par-72 course at the Oct. 1 conference meet.

Keehner shot a 45 on his first nine holes and a 40 on his second nine. Keehner finished 10th in the individual standings at the conference meet. The top 14 finishers earned All-Conference status. Senior Logan Rattana and freshman Brett Vandergrift both shot rounds of 89. Junior Andrew Rugg shot a 91 for Willowbrook’s fourth contributing score in its team total of 354 (85+89+89+91).

the rest are juniors and sophomores, maybe even a freshman.”

After the WSC Gold meet is the IHSA state series.

“The season is flying by,” said Artman. “We’re are looking toward the IHSA series. It’s going to be tough to move the team through, but hopefully we have our best races coming up.”

The boys team competed in Saturday’s Pat Savage Invitational at Niles West High School in Skokie. The Warriors ran to an 11th-place finish in the 24-team White Division.

Junior Tyler King of Willowbrook finished the event’s 3-mile race in a 25th-place time of 16 minutes, 37.42

seconds. Senior Brandon Heselton (17:07.35) finished 48th, while Juniors Ben Cunneen (17:49.01) and Thomas Florey (18:03.76) placed 90th and 109th, respectively. Sophomore Damian Rocha (18:13.57) placed 122nd.

Two members of Willowbrook’s girls team competed in the event’s White Division girls race. Junior Melissa Martinez ran to an 11th-place finish. She completed the 3-mile race in 20 minutes, 9.15 seconds. Senior Madeleine Wilkie (20:25.39) posted a 16th-place finish.

Editor’s note: Chris Fox contributed to this report.

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