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16 | September 28, 2017 | The Lockport Legend NEWS lockportlegend.com FROM THE ORLAND PARK PRAIRIE Orland man, 76, reportedly dies after being shot inside Alsip business A 76-year-old Orland Park man was identified Sept. 20, after he reportedly was shot to death the day before in an incident at an Alsip towing business. Mohamed F. Salhia, of the 17200 block of Pointe Drive, was pronounced dead at 2:05 p.m. Sept. 19 at Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, according to the Cook County Medical Examiner’s case ledger from Sept. 20. The official cause of death was listed as a gunshot wound to the chest and the manner homicide. Salhia was one of two men shot around 1:09 p.m. Sept. 19 inside Ray’s Towing & Recovery Service, 4340 W. 127th St., according to a press release issued the same day by the Alsip Police Department. Salhia and the other shooting victim — a 43-year-old male — both were transported to Advocate Christ, police said. The other man was listed as being in stable condition, as of 4:40 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21. Brian Garcia, 33, whose last known address was in Carpentersville, was subsequently charged with one count of first-degree murder and one count of attempted first-degree murder, according to an update issued at 4:40 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21, by Alsip police. He reportedly appeared in court the same day and was being held without bond in Cook County Jail. Police said the shooting took place during an attempted robbery. Reporting by Bill Jones, Editor. For more, visit OPPrairie.com. FROM THE MOKENA MESSENGER D159 receives parental input at superintendent search forum The search for the next superintendent of Mokena School District 159 is moving forward. A community forum held Sept. 18 allowed parents to provide input on the process. School officials recently awarded a contract to the national search and consulting firm School Exec Connect to advance the district’s plan to find its next superintendent. Since that time, efforts have focused on interviewing board members and focus groups, providing an online survey and holding an open forum for staff. The meeting, led by Tom Madden, a partner for School Exec Connect, brought in a number of parents. The discussion focused on questions seeking input on the strengths of the district, issues and challenges that will face the new superintendent, and qualities and characteristics the public want to see in the next individual who assumes the role. Madden said these questions are essential in finding the best-fit person for the job. “There are some superintendents of high quality [and] great skill sets that work well in Rockford [and] that work really well in East St. Louis but wouldn’t be the right fit here,” Madden said. “What I’ve been spending the time talking to people about in these three areas helps me understand what a good fit means.” Several people in attendance for the meeting cited interest in superintendents that possess a solid understanding of finances. Reporting by Megann Horstead, Freelance Reporter. For more, visit www. MokenaMes senger.com. FROM THE FRANKFORT STATION Book Club Booktalks brings new novels to community Book lovers can look forward to an evening of literary discussion — followed by many more days spent poring through recently released novels — thanks to a brandnew event at the Frankfort Public Library. The library’s first Book Club Booktalks, scheduled for 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 2, will include a presentation on more than two dozen new and upcoming books, along with refreshments and free “swag”, such as bookmarks, tote bags and buttons. Attendees will also be able to take home free copies of some of the books. “The event is for anybody,” Adult Services librarian Lisa Moe Meierkort said. “Our target audience is people who are members of book clubs. We have four different book clubs that operate through the library. We have a bunch of community book clubs that order their books through us … really, it’s open for anybody who just wants to know what’s going to be new and big coming out.” Several different genres of books will be represented at the event, including nonfiction, historical fiction, contemporary fiction and speculative fiction, which encompasses science fiction and fantasy, Moe Meierkort said. One book Moe Meierkort said she especially is excited to discuss is “An American Family” by Khizr Khan. “He was one of the speakers at the Democratic National Convention in 2016,” Moe Meierkort said. “He’s the one who held up his pocket Constitution. I don’t have any copies of that book to hand out, but it’s one I’m really excited about, for myself at least. It should be a really good memoir.” Reporting by Nuria Mathog, Editor. For more, visit Frank fortStation.com. FROM THE TINLEY JUNCTION Practical Magic opts for alternative healing There is something intriguing about the way that Tara Lewis talks about the act of healing. She gravitates toward words like “purpose” and “intention,” as she walks around her newly opened shop in downtown Tinley Park and picks apart a few of her favorite things. Handmade candy-colored soaps — which are divvied up into bars, bath bombs and salts — candles and jewelry are displayed on small tables and short shelves outlining the perimeter of her store. A collection of crystals and sage complete the mix. These items, Lewis said, are packed with herbs and oils, and they are built with sincerity, an aim to help people find comfort or clarity. “Everything is 100 percent natural,” she said of the products inside Practical Magic All Natural Bath & Body Essentials, which was birthed out of a simple anecdote. “We call it ‘Practical Magic’ because it’s practical, and it works like magic. It’s not cooked with anything; you know what I mean?” For the past five years, Lewis and her daughter, Taniyah Meyers, have spent time perfecting the recipes of their soap creations. “Everything here we formulated ourselves,” Lewis noted, and said no more of the recipes, except they are held “under lock and key.” But one thing is for certain. The scents from the mother-daughter duo’s bath supplies reveal a blend of fruits, vegetables, mints, milk, honey and more. “This is the place where you find what it is that you need to rejuvenate your life and situation,” Lewis said. Reporting by F. Amanda Tugade, Editor. For more, visit TinleyJunction.com. FROM THE NEW LENOX PATRIOT Man suffers ‘life-threatening injuries’ in crash A 70-year-old man from New Lenox is in serious condition following a vehicular crash involving three cars in New Lenox Township Tuesday, Sept. 19. The incident reportedly occurred around 9 p.m. at the intersection of Laraway Road and Spencer Road, according to a press release issued Sept. 20 by the Will County Sheriff’s Office. Police reported that the New Lenox man, who was driving a Hyundai Sonata heading southbound on Spencer, ran a stop sign and struck the driver’s side of a Volvo semi-tractor trailer traveling eastbound on Laraway, police reported. The driver of the semi — a 40-year-old man from Richton Park — lost control of his vehicle and went off the roadway and rolled into a ditch, according to the release. Following the crash, a third car — a Toyota Sienna driven by a 56-year-old woman — traveling westbound on Laraway was unable to stop and struck the Hyundai Sonata. The 70-year-old man reportedly was extricated from his car and is currently listed in serious condition. Silver Cross Hospital staff thinks he may have experienced a medical condition prior to the crash, according to the press release. The two other drivers involved in the incident also were transported to Silver Cross, but both were treated and discharged, according to police. No citations had been issued as of press time. Reporting by James Sanchez, Editor. For more, visit New LenoxPatriot.com. FROM THE HOMER HORIZON Homer Glen craftsman continues to make handmade pens When many people think of a pen, they likely think of a simple, nondescript writing utensil. When Homer Glen resident Gene Benes thinks of a pen, he thinks of it as a piece of art. The craftsman has been making pens in the basement workshop of his home for years, turning his passion into a business called Pens by Gene, and attends 12-13 craft shows a year to sell his products. “All I’m doing is pens,” Benes said. “I’ve sold 5,300 and given a number away to different people.” What makes that number more impressive is the amount of time Benes puts in each pen. Depending on the materials and intricacy involved, a pen can take anywhere from 45-50 minutes to five hours, spread over three days to complete properly, he said. He crafts everything from ballpoint to rollerball to fountain pens, with prices ranging from $30-$150 — again dependent upon materials. He uses wood, resin, metal and other materials to craft distinct pens. The most recent event for him was the 13th Annual Lakeview East Festival of the Arts, held earlier this month. “Attendance was very good,” he said of the Lakeview show. “Sales were good.” About to turn 74 next month, the pen-maker said he maintains a passion for making each individual product, giving customers something they will not see somewhere else. “My intention is to keep doing it as long as I can physically do it,” he said. “It’s a lot of fun.” Reporting by Thomas Czaja, Editor. For more, visit Homer Horizon.com.
lockportlegend.com SOUND OFF the Lockport Legend | September 28, 2017 | 17 Social snapshot Top Web Stories From LockportLegend.com from Monday, Sept. 25 From the Editor Ballyhoos and Asian foods 1. City officials gather for Panera, Aspen Dental groundbreaking 2. Three men charged with armed robbery in Lockport 3. Local churches combine forces for Dellwood Block Party 4. Homer Jr. High has first state championship in golf, two other finalists 5. Photos: Mrs. Priscilla’s School of Adult Tap kicks off in Lockport Become a member: LockportLegend.com/plus “Mrs. Cempel and the 2nd Graders are an Earth Friendly Classroom! They are proud to display the flag they received from the Will County Land Use. The 2nd Graders have a recognized butterfly garden with flowers and they compost food scraps in an indoor vermicomposting bin. Way to Go!” St. Dennis Catholic Grade School, Lockport, IL, from Sept. 18 Like The Lockport Legend: facebook.com/LockportLegend “Boys Soccer getting ready to play LWC escorted by Nazarene United Soccer Club. Thank you Nazarene players” Jim Prunty, @lthsportersAD from Thursday, Sept. 21 Follow The Lockport Legend: @LockportLegend Max Lapthorne max@lockportlegend.com Like most people, I’m usually both intrigued by and afraid of trying new things. When it comes to food, I’m a relatively picky eater. I’m not too ridiculous, but I like what I like. But if I have an opportunity to try a new food, or maybe something I had once years ago and got it stuck in my head that I didn’t like it, I usually take the chance. To me, the risk/reward is not even close. If I don’t like it, I have a gross taste in my mouth for a few seconds, but if it turns out I like it, it can open up a whole new array of dining options for me. This happened somewhat recently as I slowly grew to enjoy Asian cuisine thanks to a restaurant across the street from my sister’s apartment aptly named Tasty Asian Restaurant. Its convenient location and late-night hours drew me in, and after eating there a few times I have done a complete 180 in terms of my feelings toward Asian food. Being open to trying something new extends far beyond food, and can be especially prevalent in terms of the type of entertainment we seek. And this past weekend, residents of Lockport got a prime opportunity to experience some new types of entertainment at the annual Summer Art Series Great Midwestern Ballyhoo. Complete coverage of the event can be found on Pages 4-5 of this week’s issue, and you’ll find the eccentric entertainment at the event prominently featured. Event organizers were able to secure a number of acts far beyond the usual live music found at community festivals. And while some people may have stayed home because they didn’t want to try something new or weren’t familiar with steampunk — the theme of the event — those who did take the chance on it were Don’t just list your real estate property... likely not disappointed. The Summer Art Series and its steampunk theme are becoming somewhat of a hallmark for Lockport, as the City attempts to bolster its profile in the area. And although it’s probably not something many people in Lockport are familiar with, it does fit in well with the historical identity of Lockport and has been the catalyst for some of the city’s biggest events. And the only way those events were able to become such a significant part of the city’s identity is by residents putting their preconceived notions aside and trying something new. And even though most of the attendees at this past weekend’s Ballyhoo likely won’t make steampunk a large part of their lives like I have with Asian food, a vast majority of them were probably glad they gave it a chance and enjoyed the event. Trying new things can often be scary, uncomfortable or simply not seem to be worth the effort, but more often than not I have found myself glad I took the risk after I try something new. It doesn’t matter if it’s Asian cuisine, the Summer Art Series Great Midwestern Ballyhoo or something else; you never really know if you like something until you give it a try. Sound Off Policy Editorials and columns are the opinions of the author. Pieces from 22nd Century Media are the thoughts of the company as a whole. The Lockport Legend encourages readers to write letters to Sound Off. All letters must be signed, and names and hometowns will be published. We also ask that writers include their address and phone number for verification, not publication. Letters should be limited to 400 words. The Lockport Legend reserves the right to edit letters. Letters become property of The Lockport Legend. Letters that are published do not reflect the thoughts and views of The Lockport Legend. Letters can be mailed to: The Lockport Legend, 11516 West 183rd Street, Unit SW Office Condo #3, Orland Park, Illinois, 60467. Fax letters to (708) 326-9179 or e-mail to max@lockportle gend.com. www.lockportlegend.com. Sell It! With a Classified Ad See the Classified Section for more info, or call 708.326.9170 22ndCenturyMedia.com
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