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Graduation day at Willowbrook

Play at the plate

Willowbrook’s Class

Willowbrook High School’s Class of 2024 celebrated its commencement on Sunday afternoon in the school’s main gymnasium. This year’s graduating class at the Villa Park school includes approximately 450 students. The above photo from the

Freshman Lindsey Rugg of the Willowbrook softball team is pictured while attempting to score a run during Friday’s game at Downers Grove South. Rugg tried to score from second base on a single by sophomore Katelyn Cox in the top of the second inning, when the game was tied at 2-2. Downers Grove South’s catcher tagged Rugg out at home plate for the third out of the inning. The Mustangs went on to defeat the Warriors 7-3 in the West Suburban Gold Conference contest. Wil-

Willowbrook High School’s Class of 2021 celebrated its commencement with two separate ceremonies in the school’s main gymnasium on Sunday morning. The entire class includes over 470 students. About half of those students attended the

beginning of Sunday’s commencement service shows students and

bers standing as Willowbrook’s Senior Choir performed “America

and Coldplay’s “Viva La Vida.”

lowbrook rebounded from Friday’s loss to post an 11-2 win in Saturday’s game at Hinsdale Central. The Warriors bashed three home runs in the second inning of Saturday’s non-conference battle against the Red Devils of the West Suburban Silver Conference. Senior Annemarie Knudtson, freshman Isabella Dugo and sophomore Kayleigh Dennison provided the home runs. Dennison (No. 5) is pictured in the background of the above photo. For more about the Warriors, see page 14.

Arbor Day in Villa Park

ceremony that began at 9 a.m. The others participated in the ceremony that started at 11 a.m. The photo shows members of the Willowbrook Senior Choir performing during the day’s first service. For more photos, see Page 4.

Park Village Trustee Cheryl Tucker, Villa Park Village President Albert Bulthuis, Villa Park Village Trustee (and Village President-Elect) Nick Cuzzone and Leslie Allison-Seei—chair of the Villa Park Community Pride Commission. Arbor Day is observed on the last Friday of each April. The National Arbor Day Foundation has recognized Villa Park with Tree City USA designation for 36 straight years. To receive that recognition, a community must have a tree board or department, a tree-care ordinance, a comprehensive community forestry program and an Arbor Day observance.

Two Chicago men detained and charged with burglary

DuPage County State’s Attorney

a motorcyclist during high-speed chase; Villa Park officers contributed to pursuit police officer.

Robert Berlin and Oak Brook Chief of Police Brian Strockis announced last week that Judge Joshua Dieden granted the State’s motion to deny pre-trial release for two Chicago men accused of stealing two chainsaws from a truck and then leading police on a high-speed chase.

Kawann Moore, 39, appeared in court on May 16, and was charged with one count of felony burglary, one felony count of aggravated fleeing and eluding a police officer—prior conviction and two felony counts of aggravated fleeing and eluding a

Moore’s co-defendant, Richard Pegue, 35, also appeared in court on May 16. Pegue was charged with one felony count of burglary and two felony counts of aggravated fleeing and eluding a police officer.

On May 15, at approximately 12:17 p.m., Lombard police responded to a call at 125 S. Lombard Avenue for a burglary to a motor vehicle where two chainsaws, valued at approximately $200 each, were stolen.

A short time later, an Oak Brook police officer located a vehicle suspected to be involved in the burglary near 31st Street and Midwest Club Parkway. It is alleged that when the officer began following the vehicle, a gold minivan, the driver of the minivan, later identified as Moore, began driving into oncoming traffic near 39th Street and Glendenning Road.

The officer immediately activated his emergency lights and sirens, at which time Moore allegedly fled from the officer. It is alleged that during the pursuit, Moore reached speeds of approximately 120 mph on I-55, where he nearly struck a motorcyclist, and approximately 100 mph in a 35 mph-zone on Ogden Avenue.

It is further alleged that Moore violated multiple traffic control devic-

es along Ogden Avenue during the pursuit.

The vehicular pursuit ended when both men allegedly exited the vehicle on foot near 80th Place and Howard Avenue in Willow Springs, in a school zone while children were outside for recess. Pegue was taken into custody near the school after a brief foot pursuit.

Moore allegedly fled into a nearby wooded area and was taken into custody a short time later after a homeowner called 9-1-1 to report that he was holding Moore at gunpoint after he discovered Moore hiding in his backyard, where his 9-year-old child was playing.

Moore fled the homeowner, heading back to the wooded area, where he was apprehended by authorities.

When searching the minivan, authorities found two chainsaws in the vehicle. Following an investigation

into the burglary, it is alleged that Pegue stole the chainsaws from the bed of the truck, entered the minivan driven by Moore and then both men fled the scene.

“The dangerous behavior allegedly exhibited by the defendants in this case is extremely alarming,” Berlin said. “The allegations that in the middle of the afternoon these men traveled at 100 mph on a busy local road and 120 mph on the expressway, nearly hitting a motorcyclist, put the public and the officers involved at great risk. What I find particularly disturbing are the allegations that not only did the defendants flee on foot near a school while children were outside for recess, one of the defendants was caught in a residential backyard where a child was playing outside. I applaud the Oak Brook Police Department once again for doing what they do best—arresting anyone who threatens public safety. I thank the Lombard Police Department and multiple agencies from both DuPage County and Cook County for their assistance in this case. I thank the Illinois State Police and the Department of Homeland Security for air support as well as the Oak Brook,

See BURGLARY, Page 5

Kawann Moore Richard Pegue

Man arrested for felony retail theft for allegedly

stealing a driver from the Oak Brook Golf Club

A Clarendon Hills man was arrested for felony retail theft after he allegedly took a TaylorMade driver valued at over $600 from the Oak Brook Golf Club, 2606 York Road, Oak Brook. Paul Schranz, 63, was arrested at his home after police reviewed surveillance video that reportedly showed him taking the driver.

club valued at $629.

The suspect then placed the golf club near the front counter, made a cash transaction with the cashier for a range token, picked up the golf club and exited the store without paying for it.

Exterior surveillance cameras showed a fourdoor pickup truck enter the parking lot at 3:34 p.m. and leave the camera view just prior to the offender entering the store. No other vehicles were observed entering the parking lot during the period just prior to the offender entering the shop.

merchandise.

Just before the vehicle exited the parking lot, it stopped. The driver exited the truck to place an unknown item into the bed of the truck.

On May 11, at approximately 8:17 a.m., the Oak Brook Police Department responded to the Oak Brook Golf Club for a delayed retail theft. The responding officer reviewed surveillance video from the golf club and observed the suspect enter the pro shop at 3:36 p.m. on May 10, and select a TaylorMade Stealth 2 Plus driver golf

Obituaries

RAYMOND A. EHLING, 80

Raymond A. Ehling, age 80, of Villa Park, Illinois. Beloved husband of Johanna Ehling, nee Hofheinz; fond brother of Frank (Margaret) Ehling; uncle of many nieces and nephews. Longtime member and elder at Trinity Lutheran Lombard. Services were held on May 20. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Trinity Lutheran Church are appreciated. Interment Elm Lawn Memorial Park. Funeral info: steuerlefh.com or (630) 832-4161.

JOAN KATHERINE (LADEUR) KEITH

Joan Katherine (LaDeur) Keith died peacefully at home on May 9, 2024.

Preceding her in death are Joan’s parents Julia and William LaDeur, Beloved Husband Jim Keith, Brother Lawrence and Sister Linda. Joan is survived by her Sister Millicent (Penny) LaDeur, Daughter Julia (Cliff)

The officer checked an automated license plate reader system (LPR) at the Oak Brook Golf Club parking lot and discovered a matching pickup truck entering the parking lot at 3:34 pm.

The vehicle—a Toyota Tacoma—is registered to Schranz.

A driver’s license image was obtained. That image resembled the same suspect who took the

Smith, Sons Steven (Michelle) Keith, Lawrence Keith, Richard (Barb) Keith, Theodore Keith, John (Sindi) Keith, Sixteen Grandchildren, Numerous Great Grandchildren and Great-Great Grandchildren and nieces and nephews.

Raising her children was Joan’s life choice and privilege. Once the children were largely out of the nest she went back to the work force. She ended her career as an accountant and devoted herself to her love of bridge. She brought back her accounting skills when she served on the condo association board for eight years.

Joan’s greatest joys in life were the holidays when the family would gather together and enjoy the traditions of elaborate home cooked meals, games, karaoke and cards. After any meal together, the dishes would be cleared away and the cards would be brought out.

Services were held on Saturday, May 18, 2024.

Once

Detectives then proceeded to the registered address of the vehicle and served a search warrant. Schranz was located and taken into custody for the alleged retail theft. His Toyota Tacoma was located in the garage of the residence, along with the TaylorMade Stealth 2 Plus driver and a golf bag pushcart still in the bed of the truck.

Schranz was booked and processed by the Oak Brook Police Department and charged with one felony count of retail theft and released with a court date.

Schranz’s arrest marked the second arrest for retail theft from the Oak Brook Golf Club in less than one week.

Villa Park Police Department reminds drivers and passengers to buckle up

Summer is just around the corner, and while travel plans may vary, one thing remains constant: the need to wear your seat belt.

With this in mind, the Villa Park Police Department recently announced that between the middle of May through Memorial Day weekend, it will step up enforcement efforts to remind motorists to “Click It or Ticket.”

During this period, increased police patrols will be looking out for seat belt violations.

“Whether you’re driving around the corner or across the nation, remember to buckle up every time,” said Villa Park Police Sgt. James Cihak. “The ‘Click It or Ticket’ effort is about preserving lives. We want seat belt use to be second nature for all drivers and passengers.”

The consequences of not wearing or improperly wearing seat belts are clear.

In 2022, Illinois had 300 fatalities involving unrestrained passengers. Seat belts only save lives when they are

used. Unfortunately, some people still don’t like to buckle up.

Nationally, it is estimated that nearly 92 percent of people use seat belts. Illinois boasts a 93 percent seat belt compliance rate. The simple click of a seat belt can limit injury or save your life during a crash.

Remember to “Click It or Ticket” day and night, every trip, every time.

The “Click It or Ticket” campaign is funded with federal highway funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT).

VFW Post 2801 to hold Memorial Day service on May 27

Villa Park Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 2801 will hold its annual Memorial Day ceremony on Monday, May 27, at Cortesi Veterans Memorial Park, 318 E. Kenilworth Ave.

The ceremony will begin at 11 a.m.

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Willowbrook High School’s main gymnasium was packed for Sunday’s Class of 2024 commencement service. One photo shows (above left - left to right) Lexi Rattin and Lindsey Rugg moments before the start of the ceremony. Another photo, taken moments after the service ended, shows (above right - left to right) Carter Ferguson and Andrew Ciesinski.

Paul Schranz

Slices of life

The complexities of grief—part 1 of 2

Life is complicated. I think we can all agree to that.

But beyond life, well, lots of the details are complicated. Relationships. Families. Love. Deciding on the right toothpaste. Which properties to buy in Monopoly. Choosing between The Voice or American Idol. Survivor or The Bachelor. Texas Hold’em or five card draw. What to put on a burger: ketchup, mustard, mayo or a combination of the three.

They’re all complex.

And, if life and the relationships we build during it are all complicated, it goes without saying that the loss of a love or a life is also complex.

The loss of someone or something brings with it the inevitable grief. We all know and understand this.

Grief follows loss. That’s pretty simple.

This loss often needs and benefits from professional therapy. Help. I had that in the first hours, days, weeks and months of my own grief. It helps to have someone to talk to.

Beyond that, however, our knowledge of grief may be lacking. Because the uniqueness of grief makes it nearly undefinable.

Love is unique, and that makes grief unique as well.

Add to this the fact that as a culture we most often don’t want to talk about or think about grief publicly and you only add to the mystery, and perhaps the terror.

I don’t mean to get all Michael Myers on you, but grief really does wear a mask. It is hidden in plain sight. It is complicated.

And therein lies the rub. I recently learned there is a term to describe grief: complicated.

You read that right. There is an actual thing called “complicated grief,” like simple grief ever was or could be a thing.

Right? Think again. I literally smile as I write this, in the most sarcastic way possible.

There is no grief, no real grief, that is not complicated. It needs no medical or psychological term to make it real.

Or complex. It always has been.

My grandma lost her first-born son when he was 16. She was 42

By JILL PERTLER Columnist

and had recently given birth to my mom. This was in the winter northern Minnesota in1933 and the ground was frozen solid, making it impossible to dig a grave.

She and my grandpa had no choice but to keep the body of their dead son in the root cellar while she nursed her baby daughter upstairs. They kept the body of their son on ice until spring, when a proper burial could be had.

Don’t tell me that in any way my grandma and grandpa experienced simple (or even regular) grief. They lived through complicated, even though complicated hadn’t been invented yet.

Life has always been complicated. We all know this. And if life is indeed complicated (and it is), how can one of the most difficult events in life not be complicated as well and what’s wrong with labeling it as such?

That’s a good question (I said to myself). The problem with labeling grief is labeling grief. This is a conundrum I’ve run into a few times myself.

People want to quantify grief. Losing a child is worse than losing a spouse. Losing a spouse is worse than losing a child. Divorce is worse than death. And so on.

There is no magic equation. There is no quantifying method that makes any sense. You can’t quantify grief. Period.

Just like you can’t cure grief, or solve grief, or end grief or label it as simple or normal or complicated.

There are some things in life that defy labels.

And coming from someone who knows, firsthand, I believe grief is one of them. Sadly enough.

Jill Pertler is an award-winning syndicated columnist, published playwright and author. Don’t miss a slice; follow the Slices of Life page on Facebook.

Prescription drug discount program a vital lifeline to quality, affordable health care

By Ollie Idowu

With the Illinois Legislature ready to end its spring legislative session soon, our health care facilities are dialing 911 to save the 340B program that provides prescription drug and other benefits for patients who have nowhere else to turn.

The Illinois Primary Health Care Association represents 54 community health centers serving communities across Illinois who serve as a vital lifeline for quality, affordable health care access for more than 1.5 million people –many who are low income and are uninsured or underinsured.

Since 1992, our centers have used the federal 340B program for critical discounts on prescription drugs. A prescription that would normally be $200 costs $25 under 340B, for example. Health centers use those savings to provide their patients with life-saving medications at a more reasonable price. Additionally, 340B savings also ensure our facilities can meet our patients’ needs in other ways: We can pay for adult dental care, transportation to other medical

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facilities, substance use treatment and other critical needs that simply would not exist without these funds from the drug discounts.

For people with no other options, free colonoscopies and mammograms, mobile clinics and free transportation to appointments are not a luxury that can be found elsewhere. They’re a necessity, and they happen at our clinics across the state only through the 340B program.

Today, 340B is holding on by a thread—and time is running short. In Illinois and across the country, restrictions from drug manufacturers on 340B are causing a crisis.

Health centers cover wide areas, across multiple counties.

For decades, they worked with pharmacies to directly connect patients with 340B-covered drugs from convenient store locations.

Now, drug manufacturers force centers to choose one location for 340B-priced drug distribution— forcing some patients to travel far out of their way if they want those medications. For the uninsured who have many challenges in their lives, that is not an option. Their care suffers greatly.

Our members are calling for help. In a recent letter to the four legislative leaders, the governor

and other leadership in Springfield, IPHCA members outlined their concerns and warned staff layoffs and service cuts are imminent if something isn’t done soon.

“On the heels of a global pandemic that put a spotlight on the deep-seated inequities in our healthcare system, it is unconscionable to allow harm of this magnitude to Illinois’ underresourced communities to continue unchecked,” they write.

Five other states have approved, and 20 others are considering, a solution modeled in Senate Bill 3727 that would simply stop the harmful restrictions on 340B that are threatening care. We are confident it will work here if given the opportunity. In Arkansas, multiple court rulings have now upheld a similar law despite a hard legal fight against it by the drug companies.

With just a few short weeks left in the session for action, we cannot let this opportunity slip away. We call on the legislature to approve Senate Bill 3727 and assure Illinoisans we will continue to support and protect health care options that are under attack.

Ollie Idowu is president and CEO of Illinois Primary Health Care Association in Springfield.

MEMORIAL DAY, MONDAY, MAY 27

Got my Lombard property taxes earlier in the week. I was just wondering if it is some sort of sick joke. The total property tax bill is up 22 percent from last year. Just wondering what is going on with grade school District 45; it is 45 percent of the total bill. I am also wondering what is going on at Helen Plum Library; it’s 6 percent of my property tax bill. We are not talking chump change, it’s a lot of money. Hopefully, sooner than later, someone has to manage this mess. I understand we have a new library, and some sort of preschool, and from what I’ve seen there is little to show for these outcomes. In the private sector people look for ways to reduce expenses through time.

I would like to know who is responsible for cutting down the beautiful trees on the newly renovated Park Avenue. And what was the purpose of cutting down the trees? It is now a very ugly space. Trees contributed to the environment by providing oxygen and improving air quality. Thank you.

Editor’s note: Your inquiry was forwarded to the Village of Lombard for a response, which is as follows: “The decision to remove a tree involves careful consideration of various factors. In this project, two key factors played a significant role: compliance with ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) standards for the walkway and the tree’s overall health. Many of the trees along the Downtown corridor were not well-suited for the urban environment, and the limited space provided by the tree vaults led to stress on the trees and caused damage to the sidewalks.

“To ensure accessibility while preserving the natural beauty of the Downtown area, the village’s Forestry Department has planted four (4) trees in South Park that are bet-

ter suited for the environment. Additionally, the village has installed 15 planters throughout the downtown area to create an inviting space for residents and visitors to enjoy. We understand the importance of trees in the environment and remain committed to balancing accessibility needs with preserving green spaces in our urban landscape.”

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Lombard, your charging $2.88 for a lawn sticker is outrageous, and also charging a homeowner for replacing a public sidewalk. The homeowner’s property stops behind the sidewalk. They don’t own the sidewalk. Bye.

Editor’s note: The following is a response from Lombard officials:

“Lombard’s residential rate of $18.10 was found to be 17% below the average regional rate, according to survey material reviewed by the Public Works and Environmental Concerns Committee. The yard waste stickers were increased by the same percentage as the monthly fee.

As a reminder, the disposal of yard waste through Waste Management is not required. To save money and enrich soil, residents may prefer to mulch grass clippings or to compost yard waste in a bin on their property. The village’s Compost Bin Reimbursement Program is available at villageoflombard.org/ yardwaste. There is also an annual curbside collection program available for $147.29.

“In regard to the costs of repairing or replacing sidewalks, the village offers different programs depending on the issue. Trip hazards, as defined by Village Board Policy, are addressed by Public Works at no cost to the adjacent property owner. High-severity deteriorated sidewalks are also replaced by the Village without cost to the property owner. However, if a public sidewalk

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is in poor aesthetic condition and a property owner wishes to have the sidewalk replaced, there’s a 50/50 Sidewalk Replacement Program available, where adjacent property owners share the cost of replacement. More information is available on the village website at www.villageoflombard.org/sidewalks.”

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If ever there was a case to have a crisis intervention professional working with the police, I witnessed it last week at a store (not in Lombard). A homeless man (he was toting his belongings in a cart) became agitated in the store and started tossing merchandise around while yelling and swearing at people. Customers were trying to get him to leave, and one customer confronted him while a bunch of people stood around filming this man’s apparent mental health crisis. That only served to make things worse. No employee was in sight. He left and the police came almost immediately, and at least four of them were dealing with him outside. They eventually let him go. Maybe one of the officers was trained, but it is also scary for a person in crisis to see uniforms, so I think a crisis interventionist would have been a good alternative to help calm this man down. Turns out he first had disrupted another store nearby, so this situation could have possibly been avoided. Maybe store managers should also get a crash course in crisis intervention in the event that a situation escalates before the police arrive. * * *

According to the Social Security Administration website, “As a result of changes to Social Security enacted in 1983, benefits are now expected to be payable in full on a timely basis until 2037, when the trust fund reserves are projected to become exhausted.” So it’s possible that Social Security payments will cease to exist in 13 years? Has anybody noticed you never hear any news reports or government officials talking about the money for welfare running out? The $70 billion in foreign aid running out? The $15 billion for Israel running out? The $113 billion to Ukraine running out? Does anybody else see a problem here?

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Neighbors, please read this and pass it on: Did you know that No Mow May is no good for your lawn? Really! Check with the Morton Arboretum. Letting your lawn grow beyond a couple inches is not good for the lawn, or the atmosphere, for these reasons: Longer grass harbors disease and insects that affect your lawn and you need extra chemicals and work to fix it; longer grass needs twice as much gas to cut; longer grass means you have a wider grass blade which is not appealing, and needs more water because the wider grass blade dries out much quicker in hot weather, leaving

you with a brown lawn. On top of all that, your lawn looks like you live in a home that no one is taking care of and can hurt all of our property values. Please mow as needed. Thank you!

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Lombard is one of about 38 communities in DuPage County. DuPage is one of 102 counties in Illinois. Why are people going to Lombard village board meetings to push for a ceasefire resolution in another part of the world? It makes no sense, and it’s a waste of time for these bodies, which should be focused on their own police, fire and public works departments, etc. If you’re going to be foolish enough to go to a village board meeting to push for a ceasefire resolution, why not go to meetings of area library boards, park boards and school boards?

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Biden’s so-called “leadership” has brought us open borders, millions of illegal immigrants, two major world conflicts, painful inflation, high gas prices, high interest rates and rampant crime in cities. On top of that, he will side with terrorists by withholding congressionally-approved military aid from Israel. Did I mention he’s old and struggles to read a teleprompter? We already know that the election is on Nov. 5, and that multiple states have early voting. Yet we’re supposed to believe that millions of Biden supporters in certain cities will fill out and send mail-in ballots at the last minute, and that it will take days to count those ballots? Sure.

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Please put on your lights when you use your windshield wipers. It is the law, but also a moving violation that starts at $150. Ask me!

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I was very disappointed to see the congressional representative for District Six, Sean Casten, voted “NO” on H.R.7343, the Detain and Deport Illegal Aliens Who Assault Cops Act. As a representative of the citizens in the area, including Lombard, I thought he would be more in tune with his constituents than being a mouth piece for Hakeem Jeffries. I have seen him vote as he is told to do by the Washington, D.C., elites, rather than voting with what the voters would like. I urge him to support law enforcement and not illegal immigrants, people who entered the country illegally. These people have way too many rights, and the American taxpayers are paying the bill.

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Coming from a family of longtime long-time Democrats, it becomes a habit like smoking, which is hard to quit. Being an American who is thankful for the patriots who made our country great, the Democratic Party is not the party of the past. The fact that they can’t supply a better candidate for president proves it. Four more years of Biden is sure to end America

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Villa Park and Bloomingdale police departments and Cook County Sheriff’s Office’s K9 units for their assistance.”

“Once again criminals fooled around in Oak Brook and they found out that if you come here with bad intentions, we will find you, pursue you, arrest you and you will be prosecuted,” Strockis said. “The response

to this incident, getting both offenders in custody was nothing short of impressive. The officers displayed determination and a methodical process as they maintained a challenging perimeter until they located the second offender and took him into custody. This should serve as a strong example of the lengths the Oak Brook Police Department will go to

as we have known it. Don’t be tempted by free stuff to buy your vote, because you paid for it with taxes.

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Hi, this is in regard to the article in the Lombardian on May 9, “Pretrial Success Act: A $15 million investment in our communities’ renaissance” by Bradley Bullock. Bullock is just another delusional left-wing propagandist who refers to the ridiculous, Illinois Pretrial Fairness Act is a success, but now wants a $15 million support system to help those criminals who are loose in the streets while awaiting trial. He wants to help them engage in their defense and show up in court. Crime continues to rise in Chicago because the Democratic socialists only throw more money at criminals to pander for votes. This latest $15 million giveaway will continue to encourage more crime. The bottom line is, Democrats are incapable of governing. They not only allow criminals to walk the streets after committing a crime without paying bail, but then they pay them and bribe them with tax money to appear in court. I guess in Chicago stupid is the new normal. Thank you.

Hey, I don’t know what’s the matter with all these protesters. They’re afraid to show their face? They’re covering up? They don’t want anybody to know who they are. Well, maybe they really don’t believe in their cause. You know, back in the ‘60s and ‘70s the protesters, we showed our faces; and hey and some of them went on to do rather well. Look at William Ayers, professor at the University of Chicago; Bobby Rush, Black Panther Congressman; Jane Fonda, Tom Hayden, all these other people. It didn’t stop them from going on to lead successful lives. Come on now, show your face if you really believe in what you’re saying. *

I applaud the commencement speech that the Kansas City Chiefs kicker, Harrison Butker, gave to the graduating class at a Catholic college in Kansas. But leave it to the easily offended woke left to turn Butker into their latest object of scorn and ridicule because he dared to express viewpoints contrary to their woke cultural views. In their eyes, Butker committed the unforgivable sin of telling women graduates that they may find their deepest fulfillment not in a corporate board room, but at home, as a wife and mother. What is so wrong with that? He wasn’t telling women that they couldn’t have a career. I also applaud Butker for being a strong practicing Catholic and calling out Joe Biden. He said, “Our own nation is led by a man who publicly and proudly proclaims his Catholic faith but at the same time is delusional enough to make the sign of the cross during a pro-abortion rally.”

bring all offenders to justice. The use of K9s, drones and helicopters assisted in this difficult search, and I would like to thank all the officers from multiple agencies that assisted in this incident.”

The next court appearance for both Moore and Pegue is scheduled for June 10, for arraignment in front of Judge Mia McPherson.

Village board passes several measures as Cruise Nights approach

By Jane Charmelo

LOMBARDIAN STAFF REPORTER

The Lombard Village Board of Trustees on Thursday, May 16, passed several measures related to the upcoming summer Cruise Nights and concert series.

On a waiver of first requested, the board approved an ordinance approving “Class J” liquor licenses for three downtown businesses, between June 15 and Aug. 17, with the exception of July 6, when there will be no formal Cruise Nights.

According to a village memo, before 2022, the Saturday night car show and concerts were alcohol-free. However, visitors were allowed to consume alcohol within confined areas of a business’s outdoor seating perimeter.

The ordinance amendment will allow visitors to consume alcohol from three establishments (Shannon’s, Punky’s Pub and Babcock’s Grove House) within the confines of the concert viewing area, designated as South Park Avenue from Michael McGuire Drive to the south and St. Charles Road to the north.

The businesses will be responsible for making sure alcoholic beverages do not leave the designated area. Other restrictions include serving alcohol for outdoor

consumption in plastic cups, no more than two beverages being purchased by any person at the same time and prohibiting the sale of alcohol in pitchers.

Sales of alcohol for outdoor consumption will be limited to between 6 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., with outdoor consumption ending by 10 p.m.

According to the memo, a separate permit will be required for the Cruise Nights finale on Aug. 24, because of the expanded viewing area.

A resolution was passed on second reading that approves a parking agreement with property owners at 118 W. St. Charles Road (PREA118, LLC) and 211 W. St. Charles Road (Fifth Third Bank).

The resolution specifies that the parking lots will be used for “certain participating” vehicles designated by the village.

Another resolution restricts parking during Cruise Nights along St. Charles Road between Main Street and North Lincoln Avenue, between 6 p.m. and 10 p.m., and also along Park Avenue between Orchard Terrace and Michael McGuire Drive between 3 p.m. and 10 p.m.

The ordinance also states that Cruise Nights volunteer staff members will determine which vehicles will be able to

Community invited to attend Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday

The Village of Lombard will hold its annual Memorial Day Ceremony at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 27, at the Sunken Garden in Lombard Common, located just east of the Grace Street and Maple Street intersection.

All community members are invited to join in honoring and remembering the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the nation.

Attendees and nearby residents are reminded that the ceremony will include a cannon fire and a controlled gun salute. Please be advised that these commemorative activities may produce loud noises.

Participating in the ceremony will be members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Lilac Post #5815, American Legion Lombard Post #391, Lombard Park District, Lombard Historical Society, Lombard Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association, Stanford’s Battery Civil War Cannon, Glenbard East High School, Lombard Junior

Women’s Club, Shamrock Garden Florist, Ltd., Brust Funeral Home, local scouts and residents.

Due to limited parking and seating, attendees are encouraged to walk to the ceremony and bring a lawn chair, if possible. Additional parking will be available at Berean Bible Students Church (535 E. Maple St).

In the event of severe weather, the ceremony will be moved indoors to the Community Room at Lombard Village Hall, 255 E. Wilson Ave., and updates will be posted at www.villageoflombard.org, as well as the village’s social media pages.

The village extends its deepest gratitude to all veterans and active-duty military personnel, along with their families, for their dedication and sacrifice.

For more information, visit www. villageoflombard.org/memorialday or contact Communications Coordinator Stephanie Calvillo at 630-620-5718 with questions.

The Lombard Police Department announced it is stepping up enforcement for the Memorial Day “Click It or Ticket” campaign that runs through Tuesday, May 28 and reminds motorists to buckle up.

The “Click It or Ticket” campaign focuses on safety education and law enforcement to save lives.

“Whether you’re driving around the corner or across the nation, remember to buckle up every time,” said Lombard Police Sgt. Tom Balsitis. “The ‘Click It or Ticket’ effort is about preserving lives. We want seat belt use to be second nature for all drivers and passengers.”

The consequences of not wearing

or improperly wearing a seat belt are clear. In 2022, Illinois had 300 fatalities involving unrestrained passengers. Seat belts only save lives when they are used. Unfortunately, some still don’t like to buckle up.

Nationally, it is estimated that 91.9 percent of people use seat belts, while Illinois boasts a 93 percent seat belt compliance rate. The simple click of a seat belt can limit injury or save your life during a crash.

Remember to “Click It or Ticket” day and night, every trip every time. The “Click It or Ticket” campaign is funded with federal highway safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation.

park between Main Street and North Lincoln Avenue between 6 p.m. and 10 p.m.

In other business

• The board approved a contract with Superior Road Striping, Inc., of Melrose Park, for $34,182.50 to replace deteriorated and damaged pavement markings.

According to a village memo, the 2024 areas determined by the village to be in need include Grace Street from North Avenue to Central Avenue, 22nd Street from Finley Road to Westmore-Meyers Road, Park Avenue from Greenfield Avenue to St. Charles Road and Wilson Avenue from Finley Road to Main Street.

The markings replacement is part of a county-wide project, according to the village, and will also include “a number of miscellaneous locations that need stop bars or crosswalks.”

• On a waiver of first requested, the board approved an ordinance amending the village’s Traffic Code to prohibit parking on the north side of Central Avenue from Stewart Avenue to Grace Street.

According to the village, it was observed that when vehicles were parked on both sides of the street, it was difficult for “standard vehicles” to pass.

“By restricting parking to only one side of

the street, this will increase safety as well as efficiency for emergency vehicles,” a memo explains.

• The board approved, on second reading, a grant request from the Downtown Lombard Business Alliance, for $10,000, for village services (fire, police, public works) and for Waste Management costs during the 2024 Spooktacular to be held on Oct. 20. This family-friendly event will take place downtown in partnership with the Village of Lombard, and will feature bounce houses, a petting zoo, craft booths and activities for children.

The Community Promotion and Tourism Committee had previously recommended approval of the grant, which will be covered through the Hotel/Motel Fund.

• During public participation, Umar Haque thanked the board and staff “for putting out a statement* that was amenable to almost everyone, and a lot of positive feedback from my community; from a lot of friends and family; from people around the country, around the globe.”

“I just wanted to say thank you for all your due diligence, for the efforts you put in … I really appreciate it. Sincerely.”

*See the village’s statement in the May 16 Lombardian

Lombard resident named recipient of the Robert Huntoon Memorial Scholarship

Montini Catholic High School congratulates junior Conor Kaefer of Lombard on earning the school’s 2024 Robert Huntoon Memorial Scholarship. The award is given to a student excelling in math and entering his or her senior year. The scholarship was announced during the school’s Mathematics Awards on April 29. Kaefer was inducted into Montini’s National Honor Society last fall and Mu Alpha Theta Mathematics Honor Society during his sophomore year. The Sacred Heart School graduate is a vital member of the Bronco Math Team. He and his team secured the school’s first Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics (ICTM) regional championship in 2023 and most recently celebrated a sixth-place finish at ICTM state championship this year. Also this year, Kaefer celebrated his first-place state championship title as part of the Junior-Senior two-person team along with teammate Seoyeon Park. Additionally, Kaefer has earned Chicago Catholic League Academic All-Conference status during his three seasons on the Broncos’ boys cross-country team. Robert Huntoon joined Montini’s Math Department in 1969 and retired in 2012. (He passed away in 2013.) Huntoon was Montini’s Math Department chair when he conceived the idea for an annual Math Contest (for grade school students) which has been a part of Montini’s fall schedule ever since. He also started the Bronco Math Team. He was a dedicated faculty member and a fixture at the school, running Montini’s bingo games for years and helping with the school’s plays and concerts.

Lombard police blotter

INFORMATION TAKEN FROM LOMBARD POLICE FILES

The Lombard Police Department recently reported the following arrests and citations. Persons charged with domestic battery are not named in order to protect the privacy of victims.

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

Assault, battery

May 11

Police said Paul Marchese, 64, of Oak Brook, turned himself in to police after having an altercation with a victim near 22nd and Finley at 11:46 a.m. Marchese was charged with battery and road rage.

A complainant in the 100 block of S. Lewis advised of an altercation with a subject.

May 8

An Addison police officer advised that a victim reported she had been sexually assaulted in Lombard in 2022.

May 6

A sexual assault incident was reported in the 200 block of S. Lewis at 2:19 p.m.

Criminal damage, criminal trespassing

May 8

Jake T. Gordon, 28, of Lombard, was charged with damage to property in the 1100 block of S. Main at 4:03 p.m.

May 4

Tabitha Dedomenico, 34 of Woodridge, was issued a citation for criminal trespassing at Punky’s Pub, 16 S. Park, at 11:07 p.m.

A complainant in the 100 block of S. Ash reported at 8:24 a.m. that both tires on the passenger side of his silver 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan were flat, and a hand-written note was left on his vehicle.

Domestic battery, disorderly conduct, domestic incident, dispute, disturbance

May 11

A complainant in the 600 block of N. Lombard advised that her ex-husband showed up drunk at their residence and grabbed a juvenile by the arm when she attempted to leave with her belongings and her dogs.

May 8

A subject in the 200 block of E. 22nd related at 2:12 p.m. that she wanted to harm herself with a knife. Officers assisted the subject to an ambulance, and the subject kicked several officers in the process. The subject was transported to a hospital.

May 7

A complainant in the 200 block of N. Westmore advised that a juvenile hit her son with a piece of wire while on a school bus. The school and a student resource officer were notified.

May 4

A complainant at Helen Plum Library, 411 S. Main, requested at 10:02 a.m. that a subject be given a trespass warning for acting aggressively toward others.

A 36-year-old Lombard man was charged with domestic battery in the 2400 block of S. Royal at 2:12 p.m.

DUI, DUI-drugs, transportation of open alcohol, possession of open alcohol, consumption of alcohol by a minor, selling alcohol to a minor

May 10

Jamaal Ganter, 35, of Cicero, was charged with DUI, speeding, open alcohol, improper lane usage and no insurance near W. Roosevelt and S. Michigan at 1:51 a.m.

May 9

Sara Karnavas, 35, of Downers Grove, was charged with DUI, open alcohol, speeding and no insurance near E. 22nd and S. Meyers at 11:47 p.m.

May 5

Natalie Bacon, 46, of Lombard, was charged with DUI, leaving the scene of an accident, failure to give aid at the accident site, open alcohol and failure to yield to an emergency vehicle in the 1-100 block of E. Roosevelt at 1:54 a.m.

Harassment, threats

May 8

A complainant in the 600 block of S. Elizabeth received anonymous harassing text messages.

A student at a school in the 1500 block of S. Main reportedly threatened another student.

Identity theft, fraud, forgery

According to information provided by the Lombard Police Department, police reported eight incidents of identity theft or fraud in which a victim’s identity was fraudulently used either to make charges on a credit card, open a business, bank or credit account, fraudulently deposit checks, alter a check, receive unemployment benefits—or a victim was convinced by a subject to deposit money into an account, send a check, or to buy gift cards.

Suspicious incident

May 10

A student at a school in the 200 block of E. Progress was coerced by a student to send inappropriate photos of herself.

May 9

A complainant advised at 10:58 a.m. that a subject has called to speak to the rabbi at Etz Chaim, 1710 S. Highland. The complainant is concerned about some of the comments the subject has made and worried about allowing the subject in the synagogue. An officer advised to call 911 if they are concerned when the subject shows up.

A student at a school in the 300 block of S. School created an inappropriate image of a staff member on a school computer.

A student at Glenbard East High School was in possession of vapes.

May 7

A complainant in the 1100 block of E. Division advised that an unknown subject was at his door looking for his phone that was pinging at that location. The subject advised his phone was stolen in Chicago. The complainant denied having the phone.

A complainant at an extended stay facility in the 200 block of E. 22nd advised at 5:54 p.m. of an odor coming from a nearby room. Contact was made with the subject, who advised they had been cleaning the room and did not believe the odor was an issue. Upon entry to the room, piles of food and garbage were seen all around the room.

May 6

A caller at Mariano’s, 345 W. Roosevelt, stated that he saw a man put his hands on a woman. The man was wearing a jean jacket with a white shirt. An officer arrived, but could not find the man.

A complainant in the 100 block of W. Park stated at 9:14 p.m. that juveniles had knocked on her door multiple times, then ran away. A possible suspect was located but refused to provide any information.

May 4

A complainant at Dick’s Sporting Goods, 810 E. Butterfield, observed three subjects described as black males cover the license plate on their vehicle before entering the store. An employee reported they left after asking about a new shoe. Officers learned the vehicle and the subjects have been involved in other thefts and fleeing incidents.

A complainant at Sunset Knoll, 820 S. Finley, reported subjects having sex in the park. The complainant had video of the incident, but the subjects could not be identified.

A caller near N. DuPage and W. Cortland advised at 12:12 a.m. of a large group of street racers. The vehicles departed when police arrived.

A complainant in the 1300 block of S. Finley reported a bat was in her bathroom sink. The bat was located and removed.

Theft, burglary, attempted theft or burglary, forgery, deceptive practice, obstruction, robbery

May 10

A complainant at Dick’s Sporting Goods, 810 E. Butterfield, advised of money being taken out of her purse.

May 9

A complainant in the 100 block of W. Park advised that her Jeep Cherokee was stolen at 6:38 a.m.

May 8

A complainant at Embassy Suites, 707 E. Butterfield, advised that while he was at a training class, military equipment items were taken from his vehicle sometime between May 3 and May 5.

A complainant in the 400 block of N. Grace advised two blue bank

bags were missing from his basement office. Carpet cleaners were possible suspects.

May 7

A complainant in the 2200 block of S. Stewart advised his vehicle was stolen from the parking lot. An Apple AirTag in the vehicle was tracking its movement. Its last location was in Chicago.

A complainant in the 100 block of S. Main advised her vehicle was taken while parked in a parking lot.

A complainant in the 2400 block of S. Finley advised that her wallet was stolen.

Retail theft

The Lombard Police Department reported the following incident of retail theft or attempted retail theft that took place in the village between May 4 and May 11: Von Maur, 145 Yorktown, at 1:15 p.m. May 11.

May 10

Juana Estrada, 28, of Chicago, was issued a citation for retail theft at JCPenney, 175 Yorktown, at 12:53 p.m.

Coming events

Science program at Villa Park Library June 4

Calling all students in grades 6 to 12, to come to the Villa Park Public Library on Tuesday, June 4, from 2-2:45 p.m. to explore your heroic side. Explore science concepts through games and activities presented by Talewise. Come and join in the fun. Registration is required. For more information, visit the library’s website at www.vppl.info or call 630-834-1164.

May 8

Gina Flanagan, 55, of Downers Grove, was issued a citation for retail theft at Von Maur, 145 Yorktown, at 2:48 p.m.

May 7

Helen Eichman, 51, of Carol Stream, was issued a citation for retail theft at Von Maur, 145 Yorktown, at 3:40 p.m.

Violation of order of protection

May 5

Joel Villegas, 53, of Lombard, was charged with violation of an order of protection in the 200 block of W. North at 3:08 p.m.

Warrant arrest

May 9

Police said Deric Parker, 29, of Chicago, was issued a warrant in the 800 block of W. Foxworth at 3:20 p.m.

May 4

Police said Nicole Egeland, 28, of Elmhurst, turned herself in on warrants from Lombard and Elmhurst at 6:22 p.m.

Village blood drive June 11

The Village of Lombard/Versiti will hold a blood drive Tuesday, June 11, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the mobile coach parked on the lower level of Yorktown by Von Maur; and from 1:30-7 p.m. at First Church of Lombard, UCC, 220 S. Main St., in Fellowship Hall. A photo ID is required and donors will be entered for a chance to win a cruise. Contact bauerc@villageoflombard.org or visit www.versiti/ org/IL to sign up to donate.

Supporting Special Olympics Illinois

The Villa Park Police Department participated in last week’s “Cop on Rooftop” fundraiser to support the Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics. On Friday, May 17, law enforcement officers and volunteers spent the morning at more than 350 Dunkin’ locations throughout the state. From 5 a.m. until noon, members of the Villa Park Police Department joined volunteers to collect donations from customers at the Dunkin’ location at 298 W. North Avenue in Villa Park. Special Olympics Illinois provides year-round sports training and competition in a variety of sports for children and adults with special needs.

DuPage

County Health Department observes Hepatitis Awareness Month and Testing Day

May is Hepatitis Awareness Month and Sunday, May 19, was Hepatitis Testing Day.

The DuPage County Health Department (DCHD), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and public health partners work to shed light on the impact of these hidden epidemics by raising awareness of viral hepatitis while encouraging testing and vaccination.

Getting tested is the only way to know if you have hepatitis A, hepatitis B, or hepatitis C. The CDC recommends all adults get tested for hepatitis B and hepatitis C at least once in their lifetime and pregnant women get tested during each pregnancy.

Both hepatitis A and hepatitis B are preventable with safe and effective vaccines, and hepatitis C is curable with prescribed treatment—preventing liver damage and further spread.

The word ‘hepatitis’ means inflammation of the liver. When the liver is inflamed or damaged, its function can be affected. Heavy alcohol use, toxins, some medications, and certain medical conditions can cause hepatitis, but oftentimes it is a virus that is responsible.

Many people with hepatitis do not have symptoms and do not know they are infected. If symptoms occur with an acute infection, they can appear anytime from 2 weeks to 6 months after exposure.

Left untreated, hepatitis B and hepatitis C can lead to lasting liver damage and even lead to liver cancer.

Among DuPage County residents between 2019 and 2023, the number of hepatitis cases has fluctuated: • Hepatitis A cases ranged from 2 cases (2021) to 10 cases (2023).

• Hepatitis B cases ranged from 85 cases (2020) to 131 cases (2019).

10th annual Love Your Neighbor Day seeks homeowner applicants

The Christian Church of Villa Park will again be working with a number of churches in Villa Park and Lombard to host the 10th annual Love Your Neighbor Day on Saturday, Sept. 21. Applications are being accepted now from homeowners in the Villa Park/Lombard area who are having difficulty keeping up with work outside their homes because of financial, physical or other limitations and who could benefit from a group of people volunteering at their home for a day.

The work that can be done includes yard work and small exterior repairs. The work will be done by small groups of volunteers from churches and the community at no cost to the homeowners.

Last year 120 volunteers came together on the Love Your Neighbor Day to provide assistance to 24

Police Reports

The Villa Park Police Department 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.

May 13

Sarah E. Bragg, 35, of Lombard, was charged with DUI, driving too fast for conditions or failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident and no insurance in the 200 block of Adele at 2:18 p.m.

A complainant in the 1-100 block of W. Central reported at 8:50 a.m. that an unknown suspect broke a window and made entry into the building sometime over the weekend.

May 12

Police said Raphael L. Hunter, 33, of Lombard, had an in-jurisdiction warrant for unlawful violation of the FOID Card Act/forgery in the 300 block of N. Iowa at 9:26 p.m.

May 11

• Hepatitis C cases ranged from 80 cases (2023) to 204 cases (2019).

Locally and nationally, the number of reported viral hepatitis cases since 2020 may be lower than in years before the COVID-19 pandemic began. However, these numbers illustrate the need for increased awareness and timely vaccination, testing, and treatment.

Through the Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Clinic, DCHD connects eligible residents to primary care providers and local federally qualified health centers for hepatitis C testing and treatment.

Schedule an STI Clinic appointment by calling 630-682-7400. Protect yourself and your loved ones by getting tested and vaccinated against hepatitis.

Learn more about prevention and treatment at www.cdc.gov/hepatitis/ awareness/HepatitisABCs.htm.

homeowners in Lombard and Villa Park. The number of homeowner applicants that will be accepted will depend on the number of volunteers. Volunteer sign-up sheets are also available now. Church youth groups, families, and friends can sign up to work together as a group. Homeowner applications and volunteer sign-up sheets can be obtained by sending an e-mail to loveyourneighbor15@yahoo.com, on the CCVP website at www.ccvponline.net, or by leaving a message at 630/833-7262. Information and photos from previous years can be seen on the Love Your Neighbor Day Facebook page.

The deadline for submitting homeowner applications is Aug. 18, but homeowners are encouraged to submit applications early. Any questions can be directed to loveyourneighbor15@yahoo.com.

shelves and left the store without paying.

A complainant at a store in the 1-100 block of E. St. Charles reported at 8:10 p.m. that an unknown suspect(s) removed multiple items from display shelves and left the store without paying.

A complainant in the 500 block of N. 3rd reported at 8:57 p.m. that a suspect battered them.

A 42-year-old Villa Park man was charged with two counts of domestic battery in the 300 block of N. Princeton at 1:13 p.m.

A complainant at a store in the 1-100 block of E. North reported that an unknown suspect removed multiple items from display shelves and left the store without paying.

A complainant near N. Yale and W. Division reported their scooter as stolen at 5:17 p.m.

May 9

A 25-year-old Maywood man was charged with two counts of domestic battery at a hotel in the 1-100 block of W. Roosevelt at 3:08 p.m.

A complainant at a hotel in the 1-100 block of W. Roosevelt reported that two dogs were left in a vehicle. The dogs were taken into possession and transported to DuPage County Animal Services.

A complainant in the 800 block of W. North reported at 5:40 p.m. that a suspect battered them.

A complainant at a liquor store in the 200 block of W. Roosevelt reported at 7:06 p.m. that a suspect attempted to use another person’s credit card to make a purchase.

May 10

Sandra B. Sterken, 42, of Naperville, was charged with violation of stalking/no contact order in the 500 block of N. 3rd at 7:30 p.m.

A complainant at a store in the 900 block of S. Route 83 reported at 11:17 p.m. that an unknown suspect removed multiple items from display

Kortney L. Walker, 40, of Villa Park, was charged with DUI, driving too fast for conditions and failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident near Summit and Roosevelt at 3:11 p.m.

A complainant at a store in the 1-100 block of E. North reported that an unknown suspect removed multiple items from display shelves and left the store without paying.

A complainant in the 300 block of N. Princeton reported at 11:13 p.m. that a suspect damaged several items after an argument.

May 8

Breanna N. Hochstatter, 36, of Streamwood, was charged with fleeing or attempting to elude a police officer in a motor vehicle, driving while license suspended, driving too fast for conditions or failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, disobeying a traffic control signal and no insurance near a hotel in the 1-100 block of E. North at 3:27 a.m.

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‘Cop on a Rooftop’ supports Special Olympics

Law enforcement personnel may get their share of ribbing when it comes to doughnuts, but their efforts to support the Special Olympics Torch Run are no joke. Members of the Lombard Police Department, on Friday, May 17, participated in “Cop on a Rooftop” at Dunkin’ Donuts locations in Lombard (Yorktown, Main Street and North Avenue), raising money to support the Torch Run. In one photo (bottom - left to right) Detective Chuck Brack, Records Department evidence custodian Kim Tuttle and Detective Alex Martino were literally on the rooftop of the Dunkin’ Donuts at 411 E. North Ave., Lombard. In other photos, Records Department employees (below - left to right) Julie Rumsey and Lisa Tomlinson were on hand to assist with the fundraiser, as were (top photo) members of the police department, Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association and volunteers. According to Special Olympics, the Torch Run is the largest public awareness campaign and “grass-roots” fundraiser for Special Olympics. Eunice Kennedy Shriver was the driving force behind the origins of Special Olympics, when she hosted a day camp for youth with intellectual disabilities in her backyard in the early 1960s. Her pioneer work led to the first Special Olympics games, held in 1968, with the Chicago Park District. Roughly 1,000 athletes participated.

Coming events

Villa Park Library Tee Time Tee Time at the Library is back for two days at the Villa Park Public Library. Adults, ages 21 and older, are invited to join us for adult only. Tee Time, featuring a night of themed minigolf, entertainment and adult beverages, will be offered on Saturday, June 1, from 7-10 pm. Tickets are $25 for our adult-only night. Bring the whole family on Sunday, June 2, join us from 12-4 pm for Family Fun Day. Entertainment and mini golf are included. Beverages, snacks and raffle tickets will be available for purchase. No tickets are needed; this is a free event. Proceeds from this event will support important efforts like early childhood literacy, screenings, parent engagement, and more in surrounding communities by three great organizations: Tri-Town YMCA, Friends of the Villa Park Library, and the Villa Park Area Early Childhood Collaborative! In order to secure a tee time, visit our website. Walk-ins are welcome. For more information, visit the library’s website at www.vppl.info or call 630834-1164.

Montini Catholic celebrates math team’s sixth place state

finish, congratulates newest Mu Alpha Theta members

Montini Catholic math scholars and inductees were recently honored at the Lasallian college preparatory high school’s Mu Alpha Theta Induction and Mathematics Awards Ceremony.

Inducted into Mu Alpha Theta, National Mathematics Honor Society were:

Jack Barrett, junior (Villa ParkSt. Pius X graduate)

Joshua Brunke, junior (LombardSacred Heart graduate)

Gavin Conway, freshman (Lombard - St. Pius X graduate)

Julia Gergen, junior (LombardSt. Pius X graduate)

Tommy Healy, sophomore

Issy Jaojoco, junior

Ray Li, junior)

Zongyuan (Chailyn) Lyu, sophomore

Seoyeon Park, junior (Lombard, international student)

Daniel Petersen, senior

Wyatt Prater, junior

Brendan Pully, sophomore (Lombard - Sacred Heart graduate)

Tanner Sebben, senior

Daniel Sherman, junior

Lily Spanos, junior

Andrew Sparke, sophomore

YingYing (Naomi) Tang

Collins Whitfield

Zihang (Zion) Yang (international student)

Montini Math Team

Montini’s Math Team, also celebrated the end of an award-winning season which included its sixth-place finish at state (held at Illinois State University April 6). Montini Catholic is the only Catholic team in Division 2A to qualify for the state meet every consecutive year since 2001, with a top 10 finish at state each year.

2024 ICTM State highlights

First place state champions

Junior-Senior Two Person Team:

Conor Kaefer and Seoyeon Park

Frosh-Soph Eight Person Team: Chailyn Lyu, Andrew Sparke, Brendan Pully, Zion Yang, Jasmine Brunke, Gavin Conway, Olivia Naso and Naomi Tang

Individual medalists

Seoyeon Park, 10th place, Individual Precalculus

Chailyn Lyu, sixth place, Individual Geometry

Naomi Tang, fifth place, Individu-

al Algebra 1

Montini Catholic’s Bronco 2024 Math Team state roster:

Seniors: Anjay Dhir (Lombard) and Sam Hemmersmeier

Juniors: Joshua Brunke (Lombard), Julian D’Anca, Issy Jaojoco, Conor Kaefer (Lombard), Ray Li, Seoyeon Park (Lombard), Daniel Sherman, Matthew Silveyra, Geethan Siram and Chris Zayed (Lombard).

Sophomores: Tommy Healy, Zongyuan, Lyu, Charles Paciga (Villa Park), Brendan Pully (Lombard), Andrew Sparke and Zihang (Zion) Yang.

Freshmen: Jasmine Brunke (Lombard), Gavin Conway (Lombard), Nishika Karthi (Addison), Olivia Naso and YingYing (Naomi) Tang.

Coaches: Chrissy McManus, Barry Briggs, Don Krystof and Erin Bradarich.

Report says

natural

gas

prices could

triple in next 10 years without state action

By Hannah Meisel

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One week after Gov. JB Pritzker signed an elections-related measure that his fellow Democrats quickly muscled through the General Assembly, Republicans sued over the new law, alleging the majority party is blocking ballot access to would-be legislative candidates.

The law , passed early this month as the legislature’s spring session ramps up to its scheduled May 24 adjournment, bans the long-running practice of political parties slating candidates to run if the party didn’t put up a candidate in the primary.

The practice has been used by both Democrats and Republicans for decades when the winner of the opposite party’s primary election is deemed beatable. Until Pritzker signed the new law, state statute allowed parties to designate a candidate within 75 days of a primary; this year, that date is June 3.

Four would-be GOP candidates are plaintiffs in the case, filed by the Liberty Justice Center, a libertarian outfit behind lawsuits intervening in state law and politics— including one that ultimately resulted in the U.S. Supreme Court striking down so-called “fair share” union dues in 2018.

According to the filing, “at least a dozen people” were set to be appointed to the November ballot through the slating process. The four plaintiffs on the suit were all designated by their local parties in March and April, but none of them filed their nominating petitions before the law went into effect.

law, and ended up filing them just six minutes after the governor’s signature was recorded on the bill the morning of May 3.

The suit cites but doesn’t name another candidate—Jay Keeven of Edwardsville—who was able to turn in his nominating petitions the day before Pritzker signed the law. Keeven is challenging Democratic Rep. Katie Stuart, also of Edwardsville.

The filing claims the timing of the law’s passage is unfair and undermines “free and fair elections.”

“The state has an interest in providing free and fair elections, and enacting legislation in the middle of a well-established process for candidates to appear on the ballot, allowing some candidates to access the ballot and prohibiting others, is clearly contrary to the interest in providing free and fair elections,” the suit said.

But the Illinois State Board Elections is still accepting nominating petitions for slated candidates until June 3 and will still go ahead with the one-week petition challenge process thereafter.

“We are honoring the deadlines and procedures as defined before this bill was signed into law,” Board of Elections spokesperson Matt Dietrich told Capitol News Illinois, acknowledging the petitions will likely end up in court one way or another.

Natural gas prices

Suite B Elmhurst, IL 60126

One of the four, Republican Daniel Behr of Northbrook, attempted to file petitions the afternoon before Pritzker signed the bill into

Consumer natural gas bills could triple over the next 10 years without state intervention, according to a report from the Building Decarbonization Coalition and Groundwork Data.

The report attributes much of the potential increase to the fact that

most utility infrastructure spending is going toward technology that’s likely to be phased out anyway. The report’s authors argue the need for a “managed” transition away from natural gas as more builders and homeowners choose to use electricity for building heat, as opposed to traditional gas-powered options.

“An ‘unmanaged’ transition will be far more expensive and far more inequitable, and it’s proven in large part by how much it costs to maintain the gas system,” Dorie Seavey, the report’s author, said last week.

The Building Decarbonization Coalition is backed by utilities, such as California’s Pacific Gas and Electric, as well as companies like Google, Salesforce and LG, according to the coalition’s website.

The head of the Illinois Citizens Utility Board, a consumer advocacy group, applauded the report last week.

“The crippling cost of heating bills has already caused a financial emergency for many Illinois families, and this new study shows that current conditions represent only a fraction of the fiasco to come if spending by gas utilities is not held in check,” CUB Executive Director Sarah Moskowitz said in a statement.

The report’s authors presented their findings to regulators, advocates and industry representatives last week as part of the state’s ongoing “Future of Gas” proceeding, aimed at identifying how best to regulate the fossil-fuel reliant industry as the state continues to transition to clean energy.

The city of Chicago is considering mandating electric heat in some new construction and Illinois lawmakers proposed incentivizing electrification earlier this month.

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Entertainment

Can’t-miss events in and around DuPage County

Editor’s note: If you have information on an event in DuPage County taking place that you would like us to consider listing here, please email that information to: news1@rvpublishing.com.

Ongoing

Train Saturdays

DuPage County Historical Museum

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The DuPage Society of Model Engineers operates the model railroad at the museum, 102 E. Wesley St., on the third and fifth Saturday of the month. The layout covers more than 2,000 feet of track and highlights some of DuPage County’s landmarks in a landscape full of surprises. Your family will love watching the trains run. See if you can spot Superman and the Batmobile. For more information, visit: https://dupagemuseum.org/calendar/category/ train-saturdays.

North Suburban Carvers meetings

The North Suburban Carvers meet on the first and third Mondays of each month at the Wood Dale Public Library from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Anyone interested in carving, power carving, wood burning or special finishing techniques is welcome. North Suburban Carvers is a non-profit organization that promotes carving in the Chicago area. For more information, visit: northsurburbancarvers.com. .org/calendar.aspx.

Now through May 31

Built to Last: Celebrating DuPage County’s historical architecture exhibit

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free. For more information, visit: https://dupagemuseum.org/collections-exhibits.

Now through Aug. 13

Summer Concert Series

Downers Grove

Recurring weekly, the free concerts are held Tuesday evenings at Fishel Park, 1036 Curtiss St., and will feature rock, country, blues, and oldies. Doors open and food and beverage sales begin at 6 p.m. The music takes place between 7 and 8:30 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets.

Now through Aug. 31

Cicadas on Parade

Glen Ellyn

Recurring daily throughout downtown Glen Ellyn through Aug.31, embrace the summer of the cicadas and visit downtown Glen Ellyn to see 25 hand-painted cicada art sculptures. These 18-inch cicada sculptures are painted via local artist and storefront owners which will be placed in flowerpots, trees and windows throughout the downtown. For more information, visit: https://downtownglenellyn.com/cicadas-on-parade.

Monday, May 27

Memorial Day parades and ceremonies

Presented by the DuPage County Historical Museum, 102 E. Wesley St., and recurring weekly Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Friday, Saturday and Sunday, the exhibit focuses on the historical architecture of DuPage County. Through this exhibit you can explore the unique architectural styles expressed over the decades and how they influenced DuPage. The array of buildings within the area now sits in harmony with their modern-day counterparts as the historic buildings continue to be preserved and celebrated. While most of these buildings are used for a new purpose, their unique designs have remained the same since the day they were erected. Admission:

Addison—The Community March steps off at 9:30 a.m., proceeds from Indian Trail to St. Paul Cemetery, led by Medinah Shriners Veterans Unit. Everyone is welcome to participate in 1.5-mile round trip; transportation available for those who cannot walk. VFW ceremony takes place at Veterans Circle at 11 a.m. Bring a lawn chair. In case of rain, the ceremony will be in Village Hall rotunda.

Bensenville—See Wood Dale

Darien—Presented by the Darien Monuments and Ceremonies Commission, the parade begins at 10 a.m. at Goodwives Shopping Center, proceeding toward the Spring Grove Veterans Cemetery to lay commemorative wreaths around the Karl Lang flagpole during a ceremony honoring those who gave their lives in battle.

Downers Grove— American Legion Post 80 hosts its annual parade, kicking off at 10:45 a.m. at Burlington Avenue and Main Street. The parade will travel south on Main to Grove Street, ending at Fishel Park. A Memorial Day Ceremony will begin in the park at 11 a.m. Elmhurst—The Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce & Industry, in cooperation with the City of Elmhurst and Elmhurst veterans organizations, will host the 106th Elmhurst Me-

morial Day parade, which steps off at 9:30 a.m. in downtown Elmhurst with nearly 70 entries.

Hinsdale —The Village of Hinsdale, supporting the Hinsdale American Legion Post 250, will host a Memorial Day procession. The procession begins at 10 a.m. from 3rd Street by HMS. It will head west to Washington and north on Washington to Memorial Hall and conclude with a ceremony.

Lombard —The Village of Lombard will hold its annual Memorial Day Ceremony on at 10 a.m. at the Sunken Garden in Common Park, located just east of the Grace Street and Maple Street intersection, to honor and remember the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military.

Lisle —The Lisle Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Ross Bishop Memorial Post #5696 presents the Lisle Memorial Day Parade. The parade will begin at 10 a.m. at Lisle Junior High School and proceed north on Main Street, East on Burlington Avenue, ending at the Lisle Veterans Memorial.

Naperville —The Naperville Memorial Day Parade kicks off at 10:30 a.m. The route will be starting at Centennial Beach, east to Jackson to North on Main, East on Benton across Washington, ending at Court Place.

Wheaton —The 2024 Memorial Day Parade, hosted by American Legion Post 76, will take place starting at 10 a.m. The parade will begin at Memorial Park, proceeding west on Wesley Street, turning

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south on West Street, and ending at the Wheaton Cemetery.

Wood Dale —The Bensenville Park District will be participating in the Wood Dale Memorial Day Parade steps off at 11 a.m. at Elizabeth Drive between Addison and Wood Dale Road. The parade ends at 12:30 p.m. A Memorial service will be held at Veterans Memorial Park following the parade to honor our service men and women.

Villa Park —The VFW Post 2801 Memorial Day service will take place at 11 a.m. at Cortesi Veterans Memorial Park. In case of inclement weather, the service will be held indoors at the Villa Park VFW.

Thursday, May 30- Sunday, June 2

Cream of Wheaton Wheaton

Starting at 4 p.m. each day and presented by the Wheaton Park District at Memorial Park, downtown Wheaton, enjoy four days of fun including live entertainment, food, a beer garden, carnival rides, kids activities, a business expo and an arts and crafts fair. Admission: Free. For more information, visit: https://wheatonparkdistrict.com/ events/cream-of-wheaton.

Saturday, June 1

Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals 5K/10K, Kids’ 1/2-mile race

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Starting at 7 a.m. presented by Cosley Zoo at Memorial Park, 208 W. Union Ave., get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Cosley Foundation’s 42nd annual Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals. Join more than 1,700 runners for the 5K/10K

Chamber Wine Down Thursday May 23

The Lombard Chamber continues in May to take its “Wine Down Thursdays” to different destinations. This month we visit the Lombard Historical Society for some after-hours beverages, snacks and visiting. While at the museum, we will be treated to learn more about the “Leapin’ Lizards! A Hundred Years of Little Orphan Annie” exhibition, that showcases the life of Harold Gray and the rich history of Little Orphan Annie through a collection of original artworks and artifacts. You don’t want to miss this. The Carriage House is located at 23 W. Maple St. Time: 4 to 6 p.m.

and Kids ½-mile race. All participants receive a long-sleeve T-shirt, post-race refreshments, a finisher medal and entertainment. For entry and more information, visit: https:// wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/ cosley-zoo-run-for-the-animals.

Sunday, June 2

Downtown Naperville

Summer Wine Walk

Presented by the Downtown Naperville Alliance from noon to 5 p.m., it’s time for the Downtown Naperville Summer Wine Walk. Stroll through downtown Naperville’s favorite stops while sampling 12 varieties of wine and small bites.

A limited number of tickets are available. Questions? Email: napwinewalk@gmail.com. The event is non-refundable. Tickets are $50 per person and transferable to other attendees. For more information, visit: https://downtownnapeville.com/ events/downtown-naperville-summer-wine-walk.

Worship

Weekend Masses: Saturday: 4 PM (Vigil) Sunday: 7:30, 9:30 & 11:30 AM and 6 PM

Lent and Easter Services at 7 p.m.

Sunday Worship at 10:15 am Sunday School & Bible Study 9 am

“The Crucial Hours”

Second Lenten Service March 9, 2022

Rev. David Ernest “Satan Has Asked to Sift All of You” Jerusalem Lutheran, Morton Grove Matthew 27:15-26

Ladies Bible Fellowship Mondays at 6:30 pm Saturday, May 25 Game Night at 4 pm

Third Lenten Service

Everyone is Welcome! All services are live streamed. Watch on our

March 16, 2022

Rev. Paul Spaude “What to Remember When Your are St. Matthews, Niles Seized with Remorse” Matthew 27:3-4

Fourth Lenten Service March 23, 2022

Rev. Jonathan Bergemann “I Will Keep the Passover” Good Shepherd, Downers Grove Matthew 26:18

Fifth Lenten Service March 30, 2022 Rev. Tom Nicholson “They Bound Him” Resurrection, Aurora John 18:12

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Sports

Rams rally to post a 3-2 win over the Bulldogs

Hits by Vercruysse and Kraft help Glenbard East score the tying run in the seventh inning; Peckham scores winning run in the eighth inning

The Glenbard East baseball team played one game last week—a non-conference home contest against Riverside Brookfield on May 15. The Rams trailed the visiting Bulldogs 2-1 with two outs in the bottom of the seventh inning, but rallied to tie the score at 2-2 and push the battle into extra innings. Glenbard East scored the winning run in the bottom of the eighth inning to earn an exciting 3-2 win.

The Rams improved their overall season record to 18-12-1 with last week’s win over the Bulldogs.

Glenbard East finished its Upstate Eight Conference season with a 13-5 mark, good for third in the conference standings. The Rams concluded their Upstate Eight season with a pair of wins over Larkin—an 8-1 victory over the Royals in Elgin on May 7, followed by a 5-4 triumph in Lombard on May 8.

Senior Brett Vercruysse of the Rams stepped up to the plate with two outs and no runners on base in the bottom of the seventh inning of the May 15 game against Riverside Brookfield. Vercruysse hit a double to right-center field. Moments later, junior Devin Kraft hit a single into center field. Vercruysse scored on a head-first slide into home plate to tie the score at 2-2.

Vercruysse went 4-for-4 and scored two of Glenbard East’s three runs in last week’s victory. The Rams loaded the bases with no outs in the bottom of the eighth inning. Junior Connor Peckham led off the inning with a walk and advanced to third after the Bulldogs issued two more walks. After Riverside Brookfield struck out a Glenbard East batter, junior Paulie Steiskal hit a grounder to the third baseman, who threw the ball to the catcher for a force out. The throw was high, and the catcher had to reach over his head to catch the ball. Peckham slid into home plate and was called safe by the

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Rock Valley Publishing Glenbard East’s baseball team raised its overall season record to 18-12-1 with last week’s 3-2 non-conference win over Riverside Brookfield in Lombard. The Rams trailed the visiting Bulldogs 2-1 with two outs in the bottom of the seventh inning when Glenbard East senior Brett Vercruysse stepped to the plate and hit a double. The next batter—junior Devin Kraft (left - No. 3)—hit a single that drove in Vercruysse to tie the score at 2-2. Junior Connor Peckham scored the winning run in the bottom of the eighth inning. Peckham is pictured (above) as he slides safely into home plate to end the game. The Rams will open the IHSA Class 4A post-season with today’s regional semifinal against Addison Trail on the Blazers’ home field in Addison. The winner of today’s game will advance to this Saturday’s regional final.

umpire, who ruled the catcher’s foot came off of home plate. Peckham and his teammates then ran toward Steiskal to celebrate their victory.

Senior Chris Ludwig pitched three shutout innings in relief and earned the win for the Rams in their eight-inning victory over the Bulldogs. Ludwig allowed two hits and

one walk. He struck out three batters.

Senior Trevor Rehnstrom started the game on the mound and pitched five innings for the Rams. He allowed two runs, both of which were unearned. Rehnstrom gave up two hits and issued one walk. He recorded eight strikeouts.

Glenbard East completed its regular season earlier this week with a non-conference home game against Glenbrook South. The Rams will open IHSA Class 4A playoff action with today’s semifinal game against Addison Trail at the Addison Trail Regional. If the Rams beat the Blazers, they will advance to this Saturday’s regional final.

Weder wins a sectional title in the high jump

Warrior sets a new program record by clearing 6 feet, 11¾ inches

The Willowbrook and Glenbard East boys track and field teams competed in last week’s IHSA Class 3A sectional at Glenbard North High School.

Willowbrook senior Evan Weder won the sectional championship in the high jump. Weder cleared 6 feet, 11¾ inches in his best attempt at the May 16 sectional. He set a new program record with that effort. The second-place finisher at the sectional cleared 6 feet, 3½ inches in his best attempt.

Weder’s feat of clearing 6 feet, 11¾ inches at the sectional marked the best effort in any of last week’s IHSA Class 3A sectionals. No other athlete in the state’s 11 Class 3A sectionals cleared more than 6 feet, 6¾ inches in the high jump.

With his win at the sectional, Weder earned a berth in this week’s IHSA Class 3A state meet, which

takes place this Friday and Saturday at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston.

The top two finishers in each sectional event automatically qualified for the state meet. Other athletes secured spots in the state meet by meeting qualifying standards in their respective events.

Willowbrook junior Jaylin Miller earned a state-meet berth in the 100-meter dash. He completed the race in 11.05 seconds at the sectional, finishing in a tie for seventh place with Glenbard East junior Josh Roimicher. Miller and Roimicher both qualified for the state meet by finishing under the qualifying standard of 11.07 seconds.

Junior Jaden Royal of Willowbrook locked up a state-meet berth in the triple jump. Royal traveled 44 feet, 4 inches in his best jump at the sectional. He finished seventh in the

triple jump at the sectional and met the state-qualifying standard of 43 feet, 10 inches.

Glenbard East’s foursome of junior Amonte Cook, sophomore Michael Orive, senior Joey Rosenthal and Roimicher earned a state-meet berth in the 4 x 200-meter relay. The four Rams finished the race at the sectional in a fourth-place time of 1 minute, 29.56 seconds. The Glenbard East quartet met the state-qualifying standard of 1 minute, 30.64 seconds.

Lupa secures state-meet berths in two hurdles races

Addison Trail junior Daniel Lupa qualified for the IHSA Class 3A state meet in two events—the 110-meter hurdles and the 300-meter hurdles.

Lupa earned his state-meet berths at last week’s Glenbard North Sectional. He finished the 110-meter hurdles race in a fifth-place time of 15.31

seconds, which met the standard of 15.4 seconds. Lupa completed the sectional’s 300-meter hurdles race in a third-place time of 39.36 seconds. He met the qualifying standard of 41.1 seconds in that event.

Downers Grove North won the team title at the 17-team Glenbard North Sectional with its total score of 109 points. Wheaton Warrenville South placed second with 85 points, while Glenbard West claimed third with 83 points.

Willowbrook landed in ninth place in the sectional’s team standings with its total of 33.5 points. Glenbard East placed 13th with its score of 19.5 points. Addison Trail posted a 15thplace team total of 10 points.

A pair of Broncos qualify for the IHSA Class 2A state meet The Montini Catholic boys track and field team competed in Friday’s

IHSA Class 2A sectional at Glenbard South High School in Glen Ellyn. The Broncos finished sixth in the team standings of the sectional with their total of 51 points. Glenbard South won the sectional championship with its score of 178 points. St. Laurence finished second with 124 points.

Montini junior Nolan Ferris qualified for this week’s IHSA Class 2A state meet by finishing the sectional’s 3,200-meter run in a fourth-place time of 9 minutes, 55.64 seconds.

Ferris met the state-qualifying standard of 10 minutes, 1.23 seconds in that event.

Senior Collin Angelakos of the Broncos earned a state-meet berth in the shot put with his second-place effort at Friday’s sectional. His best attempt of the day covered 44 feet, 4¾ inches.

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Montini relay foursome runs to eighth-place finish at the Class 2A state meet

Four Broncos advance to the final of the 4 x 100-meter relay; after placing seventh during the preliminaries, they deliver an eighth-place effort in the final

Several members of the Montini Catholic girls track and field team participated in the IHSA Class 2A state meet, which took place on Friday and Saturday at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston.

The Broncos’ quartet of junior Camryn Amouzou, senior Sofia Fisher, junior Julia Gergen and senior Takeisha Berry advanced to Saturday’s final in the 4 x 100-meter relay.

The Montini foursome completed the race in an eighth-place time of 49.47 seconds in Saturday’s final.

Amouzou, Fisher, Gergen and Berry earned a trip to the final of the 4 x 100-meter relay after winning their heat during Friday’s preliminaries. The four Broncos posted a finishing time of 48.78 seconds in Friday’s race. The top nine relay teams from Friday’s preliminaries advanced to the final of the 4 x 100-meter relay.

The Montini foursome produced the seventh best time in Friday’s Class 2A preliminaries of that event.

The quartet of Amouzou, Fisher, Gergen and Berry became the first 4 x 100-meter relay team in the history of Montini’s girls program to run in the final of that event at the state meet.

Sophomores Sydney Gertsen and Ashlynn Lindt represented Montini in Saturday’s final of the 3,200-meter run. Gertsen completed the race of approximately 2 miles in a fifth-place

time of 10 minutes, 54.74 seconds. Lindt delivered an eighth-place performance in the race, which she finished in 11 minutes, 27.93 seconds.

In addition to competing in the 4 x 100-meter relay at the state meet, Amouzou, Fisher, Gergen and Berry raced in the 4 x 200-meter relay in Charleston. The four Broncos delivered a 15th-place time of 1 minute, 45.83 seconds in the preliminaries and did not advance to the final.

Berry ran in the 100-meter dash in Friday’s preliminaries at the state meet. She posted a 28th-place time of 13.09 seconds and didn’t move on to the final. Fisher participated in the 200-meter run on Friday. She turned in a 16th-place time of 26.13 seconds and did not advance to the final.

Montini freshman Brooke D’Amico qualified for the Class 2A state meet’s triple jump, but she did not compete in Friday’s preliminaries.

Fodrey represents Rams at the Class 3A state meet Glenbard East junior Mackenzie Fodrey competed in the triple jump at the IHSA Class 3A state meet at Eastern Illinois University. Fodrey traveled 34 feet, 10¼ inches in her best jump during Friday’s preliminaries. She finished in 29th place. The top 12 finishers during Friday’s preliminaries in the triple jump advanced to Saturday’s final.

Six members of Montini Catholic’s girls track and field team earned All-State recognition at the IHSA Class 2A state meet, which took place Friday and Saturday at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston. The Broncos’ 4 x 100-meter relay team of junior Camryn Amouzou, senior Sofia Fisher, junior Julia Gergen and senior Takeisha Berry delivered a strong race in Friday’s preliminaries to advance to Saturday’s final. The Montini foursome earned an eighth-place finish in the final, completing the relay in 49.47 seconds. The four Broncos secured All-State status with their eighth-place effort. The quartet is the first 4 x 100-meter relay team in the history of Montini’s girls track and field program to compete in the final of that event at the state meet. Montini sophomores Sydney Gertsen and Ashlynn Lindt also earned AllState recognition with their finishes in Saturday’s 3,200-meter run at the Class 2A state meet. Gertsen posted a fifth-place time of 10 minutes, 54.74 seconds in the race. Lindt turned in an eighth-place time of 11 minutes, 27.93 seconds. Pictured left to right at the state meet are: Amouzou, Berry, Gertsen, Lindt, Fisher and Gergen.

Returning to the state meet

Sophomore Finn Talbot of the Glenbard East boys tennis team will compete in this week’s IHSA Class 2A state singles meet. Talbot earned his berth in the state meet by posting a second-place finish in the Willowbrook Sectional, which took place on Friday and Saturday in Villa Park. The top four singles players and top four doubles teams at each of the state’s 16 Class 2A sectionals qualified for the state meet, which begins today at multiple sites in the northwest suburbs of Chicago. Talbot began the sectional with a 6-0, 6-0 win on Friday. Later on Friday, he defeated Wheaton North junior Gavin Kelly 6-4, 6-3. Talbot locked up his state-meet berth with that victory. On Saturday, Talbot faced York senior Alex Flores in the sectional’s semifinal round. Talbot beat Flores 6-4, 6-1 to advance to the sectional’s singles final. York senior Anthony Arnieri beat Talbot 6-4, 6-3 in the singles final. After winning three of four matches at the sectional, Talbot moved his overall season record to 21-5. One year ago, Talbot qualified for the IHSA Class 2A state singles meet by finishing fourth at the Willowbrook Sectional. He lost his first-round match at the double-elimination state meet. Talbot completed the 2023 state meet with a loss in his first consolation-round match.

Rams complete a perfect conference season

Glenbard East’s boys volleyball team closed out an undefeated Upstate Eight Conference season with last week’s 25-12, 25-19 victory over Bartlett in Lombard on May 14. The Rams posted a perfect 8-0 record in conference play. Glenbard East senior Aidan Weltin (pictured) supplied 16 kills and seven digs in last week’s win over the Hawks. Freshman Gloire Emena provided six kills and seven digs for the Rams. Senior Jack Junior and junior Max McDermott handed out 14 assists each. Senior Payton Stieve contributed 13 digs, while senior Danny Overlin bashed six kills. The Rams concluded their regular season with a 2522, 25-15 non-conference loss to Benet Academy in Lombard on May 16. Weltin connected for 13 kills in Glenbard East’s loss to the Redwings. The Rams finished their regular season with an overall record of 21-14. They opened IHSA post-season play earlier this week with a quarterfinal match against Naperville Central at the Lockport Regional. A win in that match would send Glenbard East to a regional semifinal, likely against Hinsdale South. The regional final in Lockport takes place tonight.

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Rams finish regular season with a win

Glenbard East’s softball team closed out its regular season with a 10-3 Upstate Eight Conference victory over Larkin in Lombard on May 14. The Rams moved to 19-7 overall and 14-4 in conference play following their win over the visiting Royals. Glenbard East senior Gabby Walton went 3-for-4 and drove in four runs in the game. Walton is pictured (above left) as she arrives at home plate after belting a two-run home run in the bottom of the third inning. Senior Ally Block of the Rams went 4-for-4 and drove in thee runs in last week’s win over Larkin. Block bashed a solo home run in the bottom of the sixth inning. Freshman Ally Amrhein went 3-for-4 and drove in one run for Glenbard East. Freshman pitcher Claire Bolda (No. 14 - above right)) of the Rams allowed seven hits, two earned runs and three walks in seven innings in the circle. Bolda recorded six strikeouts. The Rams opened IHSA Class 4A post-season play with this week’s game against conference rival South Elgin at the Lake Park Regional. South Elgin won the Upstate Eight title with a 16-2 record. Glenbard East defeated South Elgin 4-3 in the teams’ most recent meeting, which took place in Lombard on April 30. The winner of the May 22 post-season matchup advanced to this Friday’s regional final.

Senior Warriors

The seniors on Willowbrook’s baseball team played their final regular-season home game with the program on May 16. The Warriors defeated Leyden 6-5 in that day’s West Suburban Gold Conference contest. The team’s seniors, pictured (left to right) after the Warriors’ victory, are: (front row) Dylan Casteel, Vince Aiello and Aiden Baerenklau; (back row) Ryan Cuccinotto, Dylan Jenkins, Ryan Knebel, Sean Wyatt and Gabe Ness. Willowbrook finished its regular season with two non-conference road games—Friday’s 10-9 win at Lincoln-Way West and Saturday’s 10-9 loss to Glenbard West in Glen Ellyn. The Warriors completed their regular season with an overall record of 2310-2 and a conference record of 12-6. Willowbrook finished second in the West Suburban Gold Conference standings. Downers Grove South won the conference title with an unblemished 18-0 record in West Suburban Gold Conference action. Willowbrook is hosting an IHSA Class 4A regional this week. The Warriors are facing West Chicago in today’s regional semifinal. The winner of that game will play in this Saturday’s regional final in Villa Park.

Willowbrook beats Leyden

Willowbrook’s baseball team finished its West Suburban Gold Conference season with a 6-5 home win over Leyden on May 16. The visiting Eagles led the Warriors 4-3 going into the bottom of the sixth inning. Willowbrook scored three runs in the sixth inning to take a 6-4 lead. A sacrifice fly by senior Dylan Casteel drove in senior Aiden Baerenklau to tie the score at 4-4. Moments later, junior Charlie Siegler hit a double to drive in junior Ryan Bannon and give the Warriors a 5-4 lead. A single by sophomore Jake Bonino drove in Siegler and pushed Willowbrook’s lead to 6-4. Siegler (No. 4 - right) is pictured while heading toward home plate to score the Warriors’ final run of the game. The Eagles scored one run in the top of the seventh inning. Willowbrook junior Feim Alka (No. 9 -above) pitched the last two innings of the contest to earn a win. Alka allowed three hits and one run. He struck out four batters and didn’t issue any walks. Junior Ryan Adamczyk pitched the first five innings of the game for the Warriors. He allowed two earned runs and six hits. Adamczyk recorded eight strikeouts and did not give up any walks. The Warriors will open IHSA Class 4A post-season play by hosting a regional this week. Willowbrook is facing West Chicago in today’s regional semifinal. The winner will advance to this Saturday’s regional final.

The Glenbard East, Willowbrook and Montini Catholic girls soccer teams completed their seasons with post-season losses in separate regional semifinals played on May 14.

Glenbard East opened its own IHSA Class 3A regional with a 4-0 loss to Geneva in Lombard. The Vikings led the Rams 2-0 at halftime. Glenbard East finished its season with an overall record of 8-6-6.

Geneva advanced to Friday’s regional final against Wheaton Warrenville South. That match was scoreless after 80 minutes of regulation play and a pair of 10-minute overtime periods. Geneva then prevailed in a penalty-kick shootout to win the regional title in Lombard and move on to this week’s South Elgin Sectional.

Willowbrook’s season ended with a 5-0 loss to St. Charles North in a May 14 regional semifinal at the IHSA Class 3A Batavia Regional. St. Charles North led the Warriors 1-0 at halftime and added four more goals during the second half.

St. Charles North beat Batavia 3-0 in Friday’s regional final in Batavia to advance to this week’s South Elgin Sectional.

Willowbrook completed its season with a 3-11-3 record. The Warriors opened post-season play with a 1-0 win over DeKalb in a regional quarterfinal in Villa Park on May 11.

Montini wrapped up its season with a 3-0 loss to St. Francis in an IHSA Class 2A regional semifinal on the Spartans’ home field in Wheaton. The Broncos and St. Francis were tied at 0-0 at the end of the 40-minute first half. The Spartans netted three second-half goals to win the match and advance to Saturday’s regional final against Lemont.

Montini finished its season with a 7-8 record.

St. Francis edged Lemont 1-0 in the regional final to qualify for this week’s Class 2A Lemont Sectional.

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Warriors wrap up their regular season

Willowbrook’s softball team finished its regular season with Friday’s 15-3 West Suburban Gold Conference victory over Proviso East in Villa Park. The Warriors concluded their regular season with an overall record of 20-10 and a conference mark of 9-3.

Willowbrook finished second in the seven-team conference standings. Downers Grove South won the West Suburban Gold Conference title with a perfect 12-0 conference record. Junior Isabel Bates (No. 1) of the Warriors is pictured while throwing a pitch during Friday’s five-inning win over the Pirates. Bates recorded eight strikeouts in the game. She also went 2-for-2 at the plate with two runs batted in. Senior Lindsey Rugg went 2-for-3 for the Warriors during Friday’s victory.

Willowbrook opened IHSA Class 4A post-season play with this week’s regional semifinal against Oak Lawn at the Hinsdale Central Regional. A win over Oak Lawn would propel the Warriors to this Friday’s regional final in Hinsdale.

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