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TNT Dance Studio went through an exciting expansion last fall. The studio has been operating with only one dance room. Scheduling was tight and class sizes were large. When owner Cindy Olznoi was offered the upstairs apartment space, she made the decision to expand. With a lot of help, time and hard work, the front of the apartment space was transformed into a new dance room and waiting area. The refinished hardwood floors are perfect for ballet and tap classes. Although the space is much smaller than the downstairs studio, it is perfect for smaller classes, private classes and company rehearsals. The expansion has successfully opened more options for class times and reduced class sizes. This fall brought many community performances including The Grundy County Corn Festival’s Talent Show, Spotlight On Dance and the parade. In December, the students performed at
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The Morris Country Club was established 90 years ago and still provides a unique experience. The MCC, located at 2615 W. Route 6 in Morris, is a private facility offering the ultimate experience in golf, dining and relaxation. The club has become known for the unique 18-hole layout and unparalleled customer service. Morris Country Club celebrates its 90th anniversary this year. The camaraderie of this membership makes it a welcoming place for new members. The various leagues, classes and clinics for men, women, seniors and couples makes the club one of the most welcoming private clubs anywhere. Located just west of Morris on Route 6, the club offers a full service restaurant, banquet facility, driving range, practice green and a professional staff to help with any of your needs. In addition, it offers outstanding customer service. The staff is dedicated to meeting the needs and going the extra mile for all guests. Its newly renovated clubhouse and bar overlooks the ninth green. The club offers affordable memberships for all areas of interest and encourages you to check them out. The banquet facility is open to the public and offers a facility that can seat from 10 to 280 guests as well as a ceremony site that overlooks the golf course. The privately owned club is run by a professional team: Director of Golf John Keegan, Event Coordinator Tricia Whybark, Superintendent Andy Weadge, Executive Chef Jay Haas and Clubhouse Manager Kelly Bols. For information, call 815-942-3440.
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TNT Dance Studio Festival of Trees in Diamond, which benefits the Coal City Promfest. They also did a holiday performance for the residents at Park Point Nursing Home. TNT Dance Company, the studio’s competition team, had an exciting year as they traveled to Myrtle Beach, SC for Platinum National Dance Competition last June. The girls received numerous awards including four Platinum Plus awards, which are the highest possible achievement. Excellence in tap choreography and judges awards. This year, the company just had their Company Showcase at Seneca High School on Jan. 26. This was a fundraiser for the dancers in which they perform all their new competition routines for the upcoming season. The competition season began Feb. 7 in Davenport, IA at Platinum Dance Competition and continues through May. This year’s company members include Madison Audette, Jenna Baker,
Brooke Bardash, Kenna Borton, Mary Bush, Alainna Coop, Alexa Edwards, Sunshine Farmer, Abbi Fritchtnitch, Isabelle Hess, Chloe Jany, Emily Lindenborn, Madeline Luke, Haley McDonald, Mariah McPherson, Morgan Mettille, Maisie Olznoi, Sophie Pfaff, Jacinda Smith, Jenika Smith, Blair Thompson, Kaitlin Verchimak, Sarah Virgo, and Kiara Wesseh. TNT received an exciting award this year as it was chosen as the best studio in Grundy County through the Morris Daily Herald. The studio is now preparing for it’s annual dance recital, which will take place at Seneca High School in early June. TNT offers classes in ballet and pointe, tap, jazz, lyrical/contemporary, acrobatics, and hip hop. For more information, teachers, and class times visit www.tntdancer.com. TNT Dance Studio is under the direction of Cindy Olznoi and is located at 406 Liberty St. in Morris.
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Minooka Creamery
The popular Minooka Creamery was established in 1987 and has been a local treasure ever since. Located at 111 E. McEvilly Road in Minooka, the Minooka Creamery Ice Cream Shop is owned by Cathy Blum who purchased it in 1999. It also is run by General Manager Maverick Nave and Assistant Manager Arlington Hoadley. Nave, a Minooka Community High School graduate, is a student at St. Francis College in Joliet studying to become a teacher. Hoadley recently graduated Joliet Junior College and is continuing his education in computer science. Each year they remain focused on providing the highest quality ice cream at a reasonable market price. They strive to provide a fun, welcoming and comfortable atmosphere for guests. Minooka Creamery offers the freshest ice cream cakes around. Made to order, each one is customized to the custom-
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er’s taste. Completely made from ice cream and decorated to fit the occasion. “We are dedicated to giving back to our community and helping to support many local charities,” Blum said. Included in those charities are the American Cancer Society, Hope Helps, Channahon Junior High Box Tops, WBGL Radio, Habitat for Humanity, Knights of Columbus, The Salvation Army toy drive, Bucks for Bubba, Channahon Methodist Church, Channahon/Minooka Moms group, Channahon Music Boosters, Channahon Braves, Minooka High School Athletic Boosters, Joyce Meyer Ministries, St. Jude’s Children Cancer Research Hospital, Gina’s Dance Academy, Minooka Lions Club, Minooka PTO, Pam’s Academy of Dance, Minooka Baseball/Softball Association, Channahon Three Rivers Fest, People for Channahon Parks and the Channahon Park District. For information, call 815-467-9699.
All Occasion Photo Booth
In its two years, All Occasion Photo Booth has created its own niche for combining a good time and recording memories. All Occasion Photo Booth & Video, 1200 N. Division St. in Morris, opened in 2012 to serve the greater Illinois area. It began with a few weddings on the weekends, and now is booked throughout the year for company parties, birthdays, festivals, weddings, corporate events, holiday parties, bar mitzvahs / bat mitzvahs, dances, sweet 16 parties, anniversary parties, church events, family reunions, graduation parties, conventions, charity events, retirement parties, and education events. “Our state-of-the-art booth takes crisp, clear digital photos that you will cherish for a lifetime,” said owner Pam Simpson. The business is owned by Pam and Jeff Simpson and managed by Brittney Smith. Guests booking a full package will receive four hours of use and one hour of down time, unlimited photos - color or black and white, unlimited video messages, photos customized with name, logo, or theme, touch screen interface, digital copies of all the event photos, a scrapbook containing a copy of each photo strip and personalized message from the guests. As well as props, an on-site attendant, and all photos uploaded to Facebook to tag and share with friends and family. Many features have been updated for All Occasion Photo Booth. Each customer receives a personalized layout for the event with designs uniquely created for the person(s)
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booking the photo booth. All designs are pre-approved by the costumers to be sure it is exactly what they are looking for. New colored backdrops also have been added to the booth to add more of a variety. Prop choices also have multiplied immensely to accommodate everyone’s theme, personality and style. Another great feature we have added is the ability to print multiple copies of each photo so no one goes home empty handed. The brand new booth features an actual touch screen interface and the fastest printer in the area designed specifically for photos. “On a mission to give back to our community, All Occasion Photo Booth & Video has donated the booth to many events. Most recently, we offered the booth to fund raising events such as Team Make A Difference kickoff event and Mitch Madness Fundraisers,” Pam Simpson said. During the Morris Area Public Library’s Ice Cream Social celebration, they donated the booth outside during their fantastic even. They also donated the booth for the Grundy County Corn Festival Appreciation Dinner, where many laughs were had. “The number of laughs and smiles resonating from the booth are always the best part of the booking. We have had all ages in the booth and each comes out with the same grin on their face,” said Pam Simpson. For information, call 815-474-3772, email info@alloccastionphotoboothandvideo.com or visit www.alloccasionphotoboothandvideo.com.
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PROFILE The Morris Downtown Development Partnership had another successful year full of family oriented events and looks forward to bringing it all back this year. The MDDP is a non-profit organization with the mission to preserve, enhance and promote downtown Morris. Its office is located at 105 E. Main St., Suite 201, in Morris. Organized in 1994, the MDDP has strived to improve downtown Morris on many levels. Under the direction of a study conducted in 1995 by the consulting firm of Hyett/Palma, the organization identified the areas that needed to be worked on and formed the following committees to address these concerns: Physical Improvements and Parking, Marketing and Events, Historical Preservation, and an Executive Committee which oversees the long-term planning for the organization. Since 1995 MDDP has been integral in the following improvements: streetscape, physical improvements to buildings, beautification projects and finding signs for the downtown district. Additionally, the MDDP has implemented Liberty Days, the Gus Macker 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament, the Liberty 5K Run/Walk and Run 4 Morris. In 2004 Home for the Holidays was also adopted by the MDDP. On Aug. 20 Executive Director Julie Applegate and Board President Cheryl Tesdal presented $5,000 to nine local volunteer groups for their work at the 2013 Gus Macker, bringing the 11 year total of contributions given to community organizations to $102,370. In light of the success the tournament has enjoyed over the past 11 years, the MDDP board voted unanimously to bring the 12th Annual Gus Macker 3-on-3 tournament June 7 and 8. The local organizing committee is planning to capitalize on what has worked well for the tournament over previously and hopes to attract even more local players of all ages this year. “Liberty Days” returned to Morris in 2013, and this celebration of the American Independence will be back June 26 through June 28. Activities planned include children’s activities, an antique auto show, pet parade, concerts, food and other new and exciting activities. New to this year’s schedule will be a fine arts festival. The MDDP has been working with the Grundy County Farm Bureau Foundation to bring back the Liberty 5K Run/ Walk to downtown Morris. The 5th annual Liberty 5K will be held at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 3. With support from the city of Morris, the MDDP and Grundy County Farm Bureau Foundation brought back “Run 4 Morris” in 2012. Those who participated in six of Morris’s 5Ks received a Run 4 Morris sweatshirt and were eligible for additional prizes. The MDDP and Farm Bureau hope to bring the program back in 2014. Home for the Holidays also will return to downtown Morris the weekend of November 28 and 29. This festive holiday event serves as the official beginning of the holiday season in Morris. The committee is actively making plans for this year’s events, including its signature Holiday Housewalk. Proceeds from the committee’s housewalk are redirected into the community through donations to Grundy County Community Volunteer Hospice, scholarships at Morris Community High School and an annual downtown Morris beautification project. In addition to running events to attract people downtown, the MDDP offers a facade improvement program for down-
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average download and upload speeds than any of its competitors in PCWorld/TechHive’s most recent 20-market speed tests – the second consecutive year that AT&T has ranked first overall. PCWorld/TechHive also ranked AT&T’s as the fastest combination of 3G and 4G services in the 20 cities tested. And AT&T was named America’s fastest 4G LTE network in PC Magazine’s 2013 Fastest Mobile Networks 30-market study. It also swept the top rankings in all six U.S. regions from coast to coast. AT&T Next is available for any current smartphone or tablet in AT&T’s industry-leading selection of devices. The interest-free monthly device installments range from $15 to $50, depending on the device selected. For example, a customer purchasing a Samsung Galaxy S 4 would have no down payment and pay $32 per month, in addition to the monthly wireless service plan they choose. AT&T offers a broad choice of device purchasing options. In addition to AT&T Next, customers continue to have their choice of all current options, including getting a discounted device with a two-year service commitment, paying full retail price for a device with no-commitment or bringing their own compatible device. More information is available at www.att.com/next or at any AT&T retail store. AT&T is a premier communications holding company and one of the most honored companies in the world. Ranked number 1 on the 2013 list for 100 Best Corporate Citizens.
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The AT&T Cellular Communications store in Morris and stores nationwide introduced “What’s Next Wireless” this summer enabling customers to get a new AT&T smartphone or tablet annually with no down payment, activation fee, upgrade fee or financing fee. With AT&T Next, customers purchase a smartphone or tablet with no down payment and agree to pay monthly installments for the device. After 12 payments, they can trade it in and upgrade to a brand new device, again with no down payment, or they can keep using their device and have no more payments after 20 months. AT&T Next is available for new AT&T customers or existing customers who are upgrade eligible. “With AT&T Next, customers can get the newest smartphone or tablet every year with no down payment. That’s hard to beat, and it’s an incredible value for customers who want the latest and greatest every year,” said Ralph de la Vega, president and chief executive officer of AT&T Mobility. AT&T’s 4G LTE network now covers more than 225 million people nationwide and 328 markets. AT&T’s 4G LTE deployment is expected to cover 300 million people by yearend 2014, with nearly 90 percent of the build completed by the end of this year. The great performance of AT&T’s network continues to be validated by independent third-party testing. AT&T 4G LTE service was recognized as having faster
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The economy has not only affected business, but everyone. It has made it difficult for customers to have much discretional extra income. “We are always very conscious of this and constantly research and hunt for quality merchandise at an affordable price,” said Randy Fleetwood, owner of Countryside Village gift shop. “Customer service and awareness are always our priority.” The shop opened in 1997 at 1540 N. Division St. in Braidwood. It now has eight employees. The shop has recently increased its kitchen department and added several new products. The latest innovative gadgets can be found there, such as the new amazing silicone lids, Wilton bakeware and accessories, Tervis Tumblers, bamboo cutting boards, Fuel brand recyclable containers for work, school or home. “We are always listening to our customers for changes,” Fleetwood said. Starting soon, they will be remodeling the front showroom, offering new products and making it more customer-friendly. The goal is to continue to offer new products and have continued return customers. The store’s baby section has been well received, so the business will be expanding the products. Don’t forget to ask
about the store’s VIP discount cards. The fabric department has more than 1,500 bolts of fabric. There is always a quilter on staff to assist you and they have several classes to sign up for. Quilters have the ability to order fabric online as well. Custom gift baskets also are available upon request. Other items added this year include Caynes Fountains, personalized custom framed prints, Swan Creek soy candles, several designs of refillable pottery and several new lines of kitchen gadgets. As always, they continue to add new jewelry and scarf lines. “We have progressed to be the largest gift and retail business in the area,” Fleetwood said. “We constantly improve and change with the current times. We have many new ideas we will be implementing in the future.” The shop is always open to suggestions and is bringing in more and more “Made in USA” products. The staff feel product knowledge is key. So training and customer service training are ongoing. The store is open seven days a week, Monday through Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Thursday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. seasonally. For information on Countryside Village, visit countrysidevillagegifts.com, call 815-458-2191, email countrysidevillage@yahoo.com or find them on Facebook and Twitter.
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PROFILE Talty Chevrolet Buick Cadillac in Morris has been operating since 1974. The local dealership, located at 1850 N. Division in Morris, is a full line Chevrolet Buick Cadillac dealership with a complete service and parts department. In 2013 it received a complete dealership renovation from front to back, and is now a state of the art facility for sales and service. The business is now on its second generation of ownership run by Ken Talty, Becky Talty-Finn, Rick Talty, Sales Manager Tony Billo, Service and Parts Manager Jeff O’Hare and Office Manager Janet Ridenour. For more information call 815-942-0030.
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Morris Retail Association
The Morris Retail Association is a non-profit organization that currently has a membership of about 40 independent shops that offer food, drinks, clothing, jewelry, home decor, gifts, hair care and makeup and services that are not found in look-a-like malls. Personal, friendly service is key to drawing in and keeping customers in our nostalgic downtown. Members pay annual dues. All dues are used to promote shopping and dining in Morris. The Morris Retail Association sponsors events throughout the year. In 2013, there were five planned events: Cabin Fever Days, Girls Night Out, Sidewalk Sale Days, Under the Harvest Moon and Midnight in Morris. Donations for 2013 totaled more than $2,000: A $100 gift card was won by Paula Morse. Shoppers were given the opportunity to sign the holiday postcard. Postcards were collected and a winner drawn. We Care of Grundy County was given $191 and another $191 to P.A.D.S. from money collected from buckets at members’ counters during the holiday season. Another $414 also was given to each organization from money collected from the sale of snowflakes by participating members. To Loving Deeds for Kids in Need, $358 was donated from collections taken during Girls Night Out. A $300 gift certificate was given for the Morris Daily Herald’s Women of Distinction event that honored three recipients in Grundy County. Another $60 was donated to the Veteran’s Assistance Commission of Grundy County from money collected during Under the Harvest Moon. More than $500 was donated in gift certificates and prizes for Home for the Holidays, which is a Morris Downtown Development Partnership event. Another $100 plus is spent each Halloween by participating members for trick-or-treaters, and a $100 gift certificate was given to Barbara Lentini for the 2013 holiday postcard drawing. Morris Mayor Richard Kopczick attended the May meet-
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ing and announced that tourism money would be given to the Morris Retail Association to provide shopping and dining in Morris. That money was used for billboard signage, two pages of advertising in The Heritage Corridor magazine, and the design and one-year maintenance of a new website, www. ShopMorrisIL.com. The design of a new logo and slogan also were created in 2013. The association invited area schools and businesses to submit their design ideas. Two students in the Art Department at Morris Community High School, Sydney and Peyton Christensen and teacher Patti Tesdal, attended our April luncheon meeting with their designs. We presented Sydney and Peyton with $25 gift certificates. A new design was created using a combination presented by the Morris Daily Herald and The Herald-News. The new slogan is: “Shop, Dine, Enjoy!” Events scheduled for this year are as follows: Girls Night Out Thursday, May 8 is one of our most successful events. It is a night of shopping followed by food, drinks, prizes and fun at Chapin’s restaurant. Members donate gift certificates and prizes of more than $1,000. Purchase is not necessary. Winners must be present. Sizzling Summer Clearance Day, Saturday, Aug. 2. Extended store hours are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. This event replaces the sidewalk sale. Midnight in Morris, Friday, Dec. 5. This shopping event lasts until midnight. Many participating members offer shoppers holiday snacks and food and discounts for holiday shopping. The Morris Retail Association participates in events sponsored by the Morris Downtown Development Partnership and other local organizations as well. They decorate their windows for Liberty Days and donate hundreds of dollars in gift certificates and prizes for Home for the Holidays. Support your local merchants that help support our community. Shop, Dine, & Enjoy in downtown Morris. Names of prize winners included in this article were submitted by the Morris Retail Association.
Heritage Woods
In November of 2009, Heritage Woods of Dwight opened their affordable assisted lifestyle community for seniors 65 and older. Located at 701 E. Mazon Ave. in Dwight, Heritage Woods features private one-bedroom and studio apartments and provides an extensive array of amenities. This community affords seniors their independence, while caring for their health. Each apartment features a kitchenette, as well as walk-in showers and emergency response systems. Three restaurant-style meals are served daily in the dining room and healthy snacks are always available. In addition, weekly housekeeping and laundry services
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When it comes to helping families, staff at Reeves Funeral Home and Baskerville Funeral Home hope the services they offer will provide comfort during a difficult time. “New ideas, services and technology make it easier on the family, while providing for a more meaningful way to memorialize the life of their loved one,” said Matthew Baskerville, funeral director at the family-owned and operated Reeves Funeral Home in Morris, Coal City and Gardner, and Baskerville Funeral Home in Wilmington. “Our top priority is to continue to bring these new products and methods to our area, so that we may best serve the needs of the families,” he said. One of the newest products Baskerville gained exclusive access to in 2013 is Life Story. Through meaningful conversations with the family, a Life Story is produced that helps families reflect and celebrate the life that was lived, while creating, sharing and preserving a life story for generations to come. “Sharing one’s Life Story creates a welcoming environment and opens a window to the life of the deceased,” Baskerville said. “It engages the public in a way that is unexpected and greatly appreciated. Friends and family leave the visitation and the funeral with interesting stories and reflections on their own life.” Also in the past year, Baskerville participated in Have the Talk of a LifetimeSM, a national effort to encourage families to have conversations about life and to make decisions about how they wish to remember and honor the lives of their loved ones. For the seventh consecutive year, the National Funeral Directors Association honored Reeves Funeral Homes with its most prestigious recognition, the Pursuit of Excellence Award. This award, which is the highest commendation in funeral service internationally, was given again for the fourth time to Baskerville Funeral Home. Fewer than 150 firms in the world earn this award, placing Baskerville’s Funeral Homes among the top 2 percent of funeral service providers in the world. Funeral homes that earn the award must demonstrate a commitment to providing exceptional service to grieving families and give back to their community through unique out-
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reach programs. “We are thrilled again to receive this award,” Baskerville said. “We’re proud of the work we do, and pledge to continue to operate and dedicate ourselves to the highest ethical standards – while providing meaningful, first-class service to each family.” Also new in 2013, a gentler and eco-friendly alternative to the traditional cremation method became an option. Known as Green Cremation, this method is a new alternative to flamebased cremation and is essentially an accelerated form of natural decomposition. With a combination of a gentle water flow, temperature, and alkalinity (alkali, like those found in common cosmetic products, body washes, shaving creams, and many household products) the natural course of breakdown accomplished by our eco-system at the end of life is accelerated. Like traditional cremation, the body is reduced to ashes in the same amount of time and returned to the family. However with the Green Cremation process, no flames are used, making it a gentler and natural choice. The sterile process does not release harmful emissions or air pollutants. It neutralizes embalming fluids and pathogens, protecting the Earth’s water, soil and air from pollution. Baskerville continues to rely on a great and growing support staff. Violette Baskerville is the area’s only on-staff Certified Funeral Celebrant as well as the area’s only Certified Preplanning Consultant. And, in addition to full-time administrators and family service coordinators, the homes employ a host of warm and welcoming visitation and funeral assistants at each location. The staff remain committed to the local communities and are dedicated to the highest ethical standards while providing meaningful service to the individual needs of each family. Each location is staffed with funeral service professionals and offer the most complete range of funeral services and support. Reeves Funeral Homes has locations in the following communities: 408 E. Washington St. in Morris, 815-942-2500; 75 N. Broadway in Coal City, 815-634-2125; and 203 Liberty St. in Gardner, 815-237-2526. Baskerville Funeral Home is at 700 E. Kahler Road in Wilmington, 815-476-2181.
Feeney Package Liquor
Feeney Package Liquor is busy preparing for its annual Wine and Beer Tasting that is coming up in March. This is the eighth year for the tasting and this year proceeds benefit Morris High School’s Prom Fest Committee. Funds raised help ensure a safe, drug and alcohol-free prom night for high school students. Feeney Package Liquor, 209 W. Washington St. in Morris, has been family owned and operated since 1932. “My great-grandfather started Feeney & Black Wholesale Liquor in 1932. My grandfather started Feeney Package Liquor in 1945. My father then came into the business in 1970 and my Uncle Bob Feeney joined my dad in 1975. I’ve been in the busi-
ness since 2005,” said owner Mike Feeney. Two years ago the business added a specialty cheese and meat selection. The cheeses come from Avanti Foods in Walnut and include blue cheese, country bacon cheese, blueberry cheddar cheese curds and more. The meats are from Ream’s Elburn Market and include cheddar brats, “jalapenie wienies”, and “cheesy chili wienies.” “We are a customer service driven store. We get new items in every week,” Feeney said. “We special order wine and craft beer, and we carry-out and help customers with items purchased to their vehicle.” For information, call 815-942-0035.
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United Way of Grundy County
Last year presented numerous challenges for the Grundy County area and United Way of Grundy County helped to coordinate help for those affected. The United Way of Grundy County was founded in 1946 as “Community Chest”, then changed its name to “Grundy County United Fund” and in 2002 changed its name for a final time to “United Way of Grundy County.” It is a member of the United Way of Illinois and the United Way Worldwide. Its office is located at 1802 N. Division St., Suite 500, in Morris. It has two staff members, Executive Director Karen Nall and Associate Director Cindy Perryman, who serve on the Behavioral Health Alliance of Grundy County, Grundy Partnership for Children, and the Grundy County Back to School Fair committees. The United Way of Grundy County recently established and invested in an Emergency Disaster Relief Fund. It also developed a Community Organizations Active in Disaster, COAD, to help coordinate resources for the residents during a disaster. The United Way played an integral part of the community as it served as a resource during the floods and tornadoes that Grundy County experienced in 2013. In addition, the United Way of Grundy County contributed
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United Way of Grundy County Board of Directors Dan Duffy, President; John Roundtree, Vice President; Scott Shannon, Treasurer; Paula Pfiefer, Secretary; Megan Borchers, Mike Carey, Christina Chapman-Van Yperen, Mike Hayworth, Jeff Heap, Heidi Lawton, Lon Lovellette, Tawnya Mack, Randy Matravers, Paul Nordstrom and Chris Spencer; advisory member: Caroline Portlock funding to the Disaster Relief mini grants awarded to many residents affected by the tornado in Coal City and Diamond. The United Way of Grundy County serves as the volunteer hub for Grundy County; helping to match volunteers with opportunities for local not-for-profit organizations. At its February Board of Directors meeting, the United Way said goodbye to a long time supporter and board member. “We would like to thank former Board Member Darrell Dolmage for his 17 years of service to the Grundy County community. Congratulations on your retirement,” Nall said. For information, call 815-942-4430.
Roth Jorstad Insurance
In 2013, many changes took place at Roth Jorstad Insurance, and 2014 promises to be an even better year as it celebrates its 80th anniversary. In July, Steve Jorstad took over ownership of the business, and Deborah Baker, licensed producer, now manages the 322 Liberty St., Morris location. Working with Baker at the Liberty Street office are Cindy McCormack, licensed customer service representative for personal lines; Sandy Wiekert, certified customer service representative for commercial lines; and Tiffany Welsh, reception
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and customer service. Steve and Russel Jorstad work from the farm office located at 9720 Nettle Creek Road in Morris. The Jorstad Insurance office was started by Steve’s grandfather, Sidney Jorstad in 1934. The office this year celebrates 80 years of business. Roth Jorstad can provide home, auto, business, life, farm and crop insurance. For information, visit the office at 322 Liberty St. or call 815942-4900.
Ruby Begonia’s
One of the downtown’s most loved boutiques is under new ownership and a revamp – Ruby Begonia’s. The store, 114 W. Washington St. in Morris, opened in 1999 as an antique and garden boutique, was owned by Monica Spence Vogel. And this month was taken over by Jessica Bradley and Sheila Pearcy, both of Morris. In its 15 years, the store has evolved into women’s clothing, accessories, antiques, artifacts, architectural and one of a kinds. Pearcy has been with Ruby Begonia’s for the past seven years assisting with sales and customer service, buying and visual presentation. Bradley has a diverse background with six years retail management and seven years non-profit and small business management. Under the new ownership, Pearcy and Bradley plan to maintain the same high quality and unique variety of merchandise that Ruby Begonia’s is known for in Morris. The store will un-
dergo a short remodel in early February and reopen with new surprises, including the debut of the new Baby Begonia’s line. This exciting new addition will feature distinctive baby clothes and delightful gifts for kids up to 4T. Those who love the store’s clothing and gift lines will adore Baby Begonia’s. Come in and see the shop’s new look and new lines just in time for spring. Note the change in store hours. Ruby Begonia’s will be open starting Feb. 5, Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 12 to 4 p.m. Join new owners Shelia Pearcy and Jessica Bradley at their grand opening from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22 with a ceremonial ribbon cutting to be held at 2 p.m. with Mayor Richard Kopczick doing the honors. For information, visit www.rubybegoniastrinkets.blogspot. com or call 815-941-0752.
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Bakerstreet Cabinetry & Design Boutique
To celebrate its 22nd anniversary, Bakerstreet Cabinetry & Design Boutique will be relaunching the business. It will still offer custom design, interior design, custom cabinetry, layout design, builtins, staging, custom window treatments, seasonal holiday staging and custom trees, retail window display design, home decor and gift items. But in the next few months, it will be hosting a “flea market” where fabulous sales will be offered. This will be in preparation for its revamp to make room for lots of new and fantastic product lines.
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That Perennial Place started out as a backyard business supplying plants and has grown to a five acre, full service landscape and garden center. In 2013 it started adding landscapes to the nursery and completely redid the pond. In 2014, the business will continue to add to its gardens, build a pergola and add a couple more landscape features. That Perennial Place does ornamental ponds, retaining walls, pavers and design. That Perennial Place is located at 1565 W. Route 6 in Morris. The nursery staff has had or is receiving
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Look for upcoming dates for demonstrations and events. Like Bakerstreet Cabinetry & Design Boutique on Facebook to see new pictures and exciting ideas. This year promises to be an awesome year with the launch of its new website - currently under construction. Bakerstreet Cabinetry & Design Boutique, 107 W. Washington St. in Morris, is looking forward to an incredible year seeing old friends and making new friends, while rediscovering new design ideas and products. For information, call 815-942-4300.
Quality Home Health
Quality Home Health, which was voted in 2013 “Best Home Health Provider in Grundy County,” hopes to expand its service area. Quality Home Health, which provides home health care and private duty services, is at 519 N. Franklin St. in Morris. Fritz Luz serves as president while Debra Triolo is the vice president of operations. The agency has served the community and surrounding areas since 1983. “Anne Holohan is our community liaison as a link for patients, families, practi-
tioners, hospitals and all health care providers to facilitate care and confidence in receiving home health care,” Luz said. Staff at Quality Home Health also work in collaboration with Morris Hospital to reduce rehospitalizations by serving on PostAcute Care Team. The organization was named a 2012 HHCA HPS Honors recipient, an award that recognizes home health agencies that provide the best patient care and experience. For information, call 815-942-1256.
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The Morris Dairy Queen recently added a drive through to its restaurant on Illinois 47.
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The Morris Dairy Queen underwent some exciting changes last year. In 2013, it was awarded the Morris Daily Herald’s Readers Choice Award for Best Ice Cream in Grundy County. Its biggest accomplishment, however, was adding a drivethrough to make service more convenient for its customers. The store was remodeled, new equipment added, and the parking lot reconstructed in a short 10 days; thanks to a lot of hard work from loyal, local businesses and their employees. The drive-through is a long awaited achievement and Dairy Queen sincerely hopes everyone has been able to benefit from this accommodation. The restaurant not only serves customers in a new way with the addition of the drive through window, but it also added a self-serve pop station and table service for dine-in customers. Also new to the dining room is a much larger cake display freezer giving the opportunity to offer even more delicious custom decorated ice cream cakes and Blizzard cakes ready to
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take home at any time. Orange Julius Smoothies also are a new addition to the extensive menu. Dairy Queen Stores throughout the nation officially added this line of products last year. Available in three options: Original Orange Julius Drinks, Premium Fruit Smoothies made with real fruit and yogurt or Light Premium Fruit Smoothies made with real fruit. There is so much to look forward to in the year 2014 for the owners and crew of the DQ. They are celebrating its 29th year in operation and look forward to continuing their tradition of serving Fan Food, not Fast Food. This will be the first full year with the ever popular $5 Buck Lunch, which will get a new fourth option, a new line of salads, exciting new Blizzard of the Month flavors, and a new Orange Julius Flavor. Check DQ out in February when it will have the all-new Red Velvet Cheesequake Blizzard of the month. “Like” DQ on Facebook to find out the Blizzard of the Month every month and what exciting things are happening at the local DQ.
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Giving Back: In May, JJC hosted its 5th Annual 5K to raise funds toward student scholarships, and collected more than $40,000 for the fund. In April, Joliet Junior College raised more than $40,000 in its participation in the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life.
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The Greater Joliet Area YMCA has been serving families for more than 85 years.
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The Greater Joliet Area YMCA is making advances in building its services in Grundy County, including the hiring of a local person to be the Morris Community YMCA’s operations director. That person is Missy Durkin. A well-respected business professional, Durkin has spent the last 20 years living and working in Grundy County. In her new role with the YMCA, she will lead programming, community involvement and operations efforts in the Morris community. Prior to joining the Y, Durkin served as the business development director for the Grundy Economic Development Council. In her role with the GEDC, she was responsible for business development and cultivating relationships with government and professional partners in hopes of bringing new businesses to Grundy County. Prior to joining the GEDC, Durkin worked for nearly six years as the executive director of the Morris Downtown Development Partnership. While at the helm of the MDDP, Durkin worked with the organization’s board of directors and committee chairs to oversee the marketing, historic preservation and physical improvements of the Morris downtown district. The Greater Joliet Area YMCA’s President is James Watts and its Chief Operating Officer is Katy Leclair. The Greater Joliet Area YMCA, located at 749 Houbolt Road in Joliet, has been serving families, regardless of age, income or background, for more than 85 years. One of the area’s leading non-profit organizations, the Y brings families closer together, encourages good health, and fosters connections through fit-
ness, sports, fun and shared interests. Through its three full-service branches, Y Without Walls’ and programming in the Morris community, thousands of area residents participate in exceptional year-round programming. The programs include before and after school child care, summer camps, youth sports programs, group fitness classes, swim lessons, among others. Through its many community partnerships and collaborations, the YMCA is constantly working to introduce new programming to meet the ever-changing needs of the communities it serves. The Y is currently in the midst of another successful YMCA youth basketball league season, with more than 325 participants. Last summer, the YMCA offered nearly a dozen sports’ camps in the Morris community and hopes to expand on that programming in 2014. Under Durkin’s leadership, the Y will look to partner with the residents of Grundy County to facilitate the grassroots efforts needed to open a full-facility YMCA in Morris. With the guidance of its leadership team, volunteer board of directors and advisory boards, the YMCA works to raise funds and secure grants to support its scholarship fund, which helps to ensure that no one is turned away from the Y for the inability to pay. The Greater Joliet Area YMCA embraces the Y’s mission and works each day to further its cause through members and the communities it serves. For information, call 815-SAY-YMCA or visit www.jolietymca.org.
McGrath Office Equipment
McGrath Office Equipment has been a family owned business for 78 years. In March of 1936, J.L. McGrath left his position as a typewriter service technician with the Underwood Typewriter Company to begin his own business. In the early days, his inventory consisted of one typewriter at a time until he sold enough to stock multiple typewriters. With the help of his wife Irene, his business gradually grew to the point of handling most of the typewriter business in Will and Grundy counties. In 1960, J.L. and Irene’s daughter Priscilla married Robert Borgstrom. When Robert finished his service in the U.S. Navy in 1964, he and Priscilla returned to Joliet to take over the family business. In 1965, Robert opened a branch of McGrath Office Equipment in downtown Morris. Jim Provancal was hired to manage the Morris store, while Robert continued to handle the Will County business from the Joliet store. Today McGrath Office Equipment is managed by the four
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sons of Robert and Priscilla. Bob Jr. and Mark manage the Joliet office at 710 W. Jefferson St. in Joliet. Chris and Jeff manage the location on Liberty Street in downtown Morris. Stop in at 416 Liberty St. and you’ll see how McGrath’s has grown from a true “Mom and Pop” store to an affordable supplier of everything for the office. As the typewriter business has changed over the past 75 years, so has McGrath Office Equipment. Today McGrath Office Equipment supplies area businesses with copy equipment—full color and black and white, as well as printing, faxing, and scanning equipment all supported by factory and network trained service personnel. Additionally, McGrath’s has become the area’s leader in office furniture. For information, call 815-942-4173 or visit www.mcgrathoffice.com. You will be presented with a free analysis of your office needs. From special pricing on office machines and office supplies to a complete furniture layout of your office, McGrath Office Equipment continues to provide everything for the office since 1936.
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UC Davis-Callahan Funeral Home has undergone some recent remodeling under its new owner, John Callahan. Callahan has been a funeral director since 1987, and also has been the Grundy County Coroner since 1998. He has been an associate of UC Davis & Sons for 16 years before purchasing it. The entire east side of the funeral home, located at 301 W. Washington St. in Morris, has been re-landscaped. The interior
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Foot & Ankle 1888 Centers
Foot & Ankle Centers has provided excellence in foot and ankle care in the Morris community for the past 15 years. New to the Foot & Ankle Centers in 2012 is Laser Treatment for nail fungus and warts. The procedure is FDA approved, risk-free, affordable and eliminates the need for dangerous medications. Also new is a Medical Foot Spa where medical pedicures are completed in a safe and sterile setting. No longer do patients need to worry about infectious bacteria exposure or cross-contamination between patients. Our nail technician has been trained by our doctors in the same sterilization techniques used in the doctors’ surgical procedures. Because medical pedicures are considered strictly cosmetic in nature, they are cash only services for which all
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Me TU boutique is under new ownership and open for business with a fresh perspective. Me Tu is a women’s clothing, jewelry and accessories store located at 216 Liberty St. in Morris. The boutique changed owners in late-2013 and the store was closed temporarily during the transition period. “We want to let everyone
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patients qualify regardless of their insurance. Foot & Ankle Centers has three locations: 1802 N. Division St., Suite 305, in Morris; 654 W. Veteran’s Parkway in Yorkville; and 1 E. Countyline Road, Suite G, in Sandwich. Podiatrists Dr. Paul Bishop and Dr. Thomas Rappette are foot surgeons by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery. Both were residency trained in Houston, TX and have been in practice since 1996. The staff also includes manager Dina Rappette. Bishop’s special interests include foot and ankle reconstruction, wound care, joint replacement and adult sports injuries. Rappette’s special interests include pediatric flat foot reconstruction, sports medicine and adult foot and ankle pathology. For more information call the Morris Foot & Ankle Center at 815-942-9050.
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has also been redecorated in the entire funeral home. It has fresh paint, new lighting, new flooring in office and lounge, along with new furniture. A children’s room also has been added. “We want every family to feel that our funeral home is ‘their home.’ We take the extra steps to personalize service in order to celebrate the life of that family’s loved one,” Callahan said. For information, call 815-942-0084.
know the boutique is not closed. We are open for business and look forward to meeting you and helping you put together a new outfit,” said owner Rhonda Bryden-Cook. Me TU offers the latest in fashion trends and a large selection of jeans from Just USA jeans, sizes junior 0 to 13 and Liverpool jeans, women sizes 2 to14. For information, call 815941-8525.
McArdle Grain & Co.
DWIGHT — McArdle Grain & Co. has added a new office branch. McArdle Grain & Co., offers a wide range of services from insurance and real estate to grain marketing and speculation investing. The main office is at 9080 S. Route 47 in Dwight. It is run by Phil and Karen McArdle.
The new office branch is at 106 E. Main St. in Dwight. Ron Wilder is an insurance agent and real estate managing broker. Jill Haacke was hired as office manager and insurance sales person at the new branch. She also is the technical person handling the website. For information, call 815584-2155.
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We all know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. At Ruby’s Pancake House, we’ve been serving great breakfasts for 10 years. Come and enjoy our golden pancakes, eggs, waffles, skillets or Mexican breakfast. Relax and start off your day in our family-friendly atmosphere and enjoy our great service. Guaranteed, you’ll come back!
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Sweet Tooth in downtown Morris added many new sweets in the past year to satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth. Sweet Tooth candy shop, 206 N. Liberty St. in Morris, was purchased in 2006 by Donna and Tony Ramirez, who had very little experience in the candy industry at the time. Tony has always wanted to watch the kids grow up in the neighborhood, and have a family place for everyone to enjoy. Their doors have been open ever since for the young and elderly. Over time their confidence has grown, as well as their inventory and their creativity. The shop carries Jelly Belly’s new line of beans that are pearl-like for baby showers, weddings, birthdays, and any other occasion. Green River in the old fashion glass bottle is back fully stocked in the refrigerator to refresh anyone’s thirst. Donna also recently brought in peach truffles, Italian espresso truffles, brownie batter fudge, dark chocolate sea salt caramel fudge, red apple Jelly Bellies, chocolate, “it’s a girl” and “it’s a boy” cigars, and so much more. “We love bringing in all of these sweets so each person can reminisce about their favorite candies as a child,” Donna Ramirez said. “We are also looking forward to our daughter, Sheena’s, second boy being born in March. We pray that 2014 will bless us with many new customers while exceeding our current customer’s expectations.” Sweet Tooth has everything from gourmet popcorn that is made fresh in the store to nostalgic candies. The popcorn flavors include caramel, cheese, caramel corn coated in cheese, chocolate covered caramel popcorn and more. Premium ice cream is hand-dipped all year long, as well as fresh fudge cut for each individ-
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ual. All of the shelves are filled with gummies, chocolates, sour candies, liquid candies, powdered candies, and everything imaginable. The best part about coming in to Sweet Tooth is being able to buy someone special a personalized gift box or tin put together by our creative staff for any and all occasions. The staff takes their time discussing whom the gift will be given to and what special candies that individual loves. They give suggestions and hand make each tin or box filled to the brim with the best quality candies and care so when you present it, you can watch their face light up with joy. Sweet Tooth has over 50 plus flavors of Jelly Bellies to help with any occasion. Pastel colors go best inside plastic eggs for Easter time for the children to find. If your sister has just announced a bundle of joy will arrive - hosting the event and having party favors are a must so Jelly Bellies or Sixlets go well together. The different colors and flavors of all our candies go perfect for wedding season. Brides can come in for their party favors or for a candy buffet table. Another option we offer for our brides is a popcorn bar. We have several cheese and caramelized popcorn to choose from, or we can make special candy colored coated popcorn to match your theme. For example, if your colors are blue and orange, Sweet Tooth can make blueberry flavored popcorn, and orange flavored popcorn that would be the colors of blue and orange. No matter what the occasion or the reason, Sweet Tooth is always here to help your needs. “We love serving each and everyone. Hurry on in so our helpful and creative staff can assist in every way,” Donna Ramirez said. The store is managed by Sheena RamirezStahl. For more information call 815-942-1003.
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McGrath Office Equipment
McGrath Office Equipment has been a family owned business for 78 years. In March of 1936, J.L. McGrath left his position as a typewriter service technician with the Underwood Typewriter Company to begin his own business. In the early days, his inventory consisted of one typewriter at a time until he sold enough to stock multiple typewriters. With the help of his wife, Irene, his business gradually grew to the point of handling most of the typewriter business in Will and Grundy counties. In 1960, J.L. and Irene’s daughter Priscilla married Robert Borgstrom. When Robert finished his service in the U.S. Navy in 1964, he and Priscilla returned to Joliet to take over the family business. In 1965, Robert opened a branch of McGrath Office Equipment in downtown Morris. Jim Provancal was hired to manage the Morris store, while Robert continued to handle the Will County business from the Joliet store. Today, McGrath Office Equipment is managed by the four sons of Robert and Priscilla. Bob Jr. and Mark manage the Joliet office
bers, you can be sure they will provide you with the same courteous assistance,” Gilmoure said. Gilmoure has 30 years of industry experience and has worked for Country Financial her entire career starting as a production assistant and becoming a financial representative in 2003. Her certifications and designations include financial services specialist, life underwriters training council, and fellow registered financial consultant. Gilmoure is currently working on her chartered financial consultant designation. Gilmoure also is a member of the Grundy County Chamber of Commerce & Industry where she is a Chamber Ambassador; Morris Hospital Foundation Board Member; Morris Retail Association member; and NAIFA National Ethics Bureau International Association of Registered Financial Consultants. “I look forward to seeing you around and I hope that we have the opportunity to meet and create customized solutions to help you achieve financial security,” Gilmoure said. For more information call 815-942-9266 or email terri.gilmoure@countryfinancial.com. Gilmoure’s Country Financial office is located at 401 N. Liberty St., Morris.
at 710 W. Jefferson St. in Joliet. Chris and Jeff manage the location on Liberty Street in downtown Morris. Stop in at 416 Liberty St. and you’ll see how McGrath’s has grown from a true “Mom and Pop” store to an affordable supplier of everything for the office. As the typewriter business has changed over the past 75 years, so has McGrath Office Equipment. Today, McGrath Office Equipment supplies area businesses with copy equipment – full color and black and white, as well as printing, faxing, and scanning equipment all supported by factory and network trained service personnel. Additionally, McGrath’s has become the area’s leader in office furniture. For information, call 815-942-4173 or visit www.mcgrathoffice.com. You will be presented with a free analysis of your office needs. From special pricing on office machines and office supplies to a complete furniture layout of your office, McGrath Office Equipment continues to provide everything for the office since 1936.
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Terri Gilmoure, Country Financial agent, is from this community and who better to represent you than your neighbor? “I enjoy our neighborhood and all the people in it, which is why helping others achieve financial security is such a privilege,” Gilmoure said. “With your own financial representative in this community, you can enjoy peace of mind knowing you are working with a person who you know and trust. “That one-on-one relationship, along with the backing of a team of experts, allows me to help provide quality financial solutions to many of your friends and neighbors,” she continued. The process requires a team effort to create the best plan. Gilmoure said she is lucky to have a great team in her office. Backed by her staff, Production Assistant Paula Kowalewski, and Service Assistant GeorgeAnn Harrington, she is able to provide clients with personal service and expertise. The team can help answer questions, help with payments, and make billing changes. The best part is, her assistants will be in the office available to help you even when she is not. The staff can provide all clients with a high level of customer service. “Whenever you work with my team mem-
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Its unique niche is that the foundation is the county’s lead independent convener. The Community Foundation is the only non-political organization who has the overall well-being of our county at heart. “We believe one way to maintain and improve the quality of life in Grundy County is through partnerships. We accomplish this by convening citizens, governmental organizations, non-profit groups, the business community, and civic organizations together around issue areas important to our community,” Buck said. Through facilitated discussions, the Community Foundation helps develop team solutions and action plans. Then it provides the staff support needed to rally local resources and partners, as well as recruit resources from inside and outside Grundy County, to turn the action plans into reality.
Philanthropy
By stewarding donor-designed funds, the foundation puts the power of philanthropy into the hands of Grundy County’s residents and companies who want to be directly involved in how their donation is used. “We are the only organization in Grundy County who allows donors to have this level of personal involvement regarding the use of their donations,” Buck said.
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Community Foundation of Grundy County
The Community Foundation of Grundy County is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year. It started out as the Morris Community Foundation in 1999 as an all-volunteer organization. By 2003 it hired its first staff and expanded to its current staffing in 2008. Now called the Community Foundation of Grundy County, it improves the quality of life in Grundy County through leadership and philanthropy. “We ‘bridge people who care with causes that matter,’’ said Executive Director Julie Buck. This is done through numerous programs and efforts: Facilitating grants to area not-forprofits; providing specific services to donors and their professional advisors; convening the community around issues of concern in order to develop partnerships for solutions; and growing endowment for legacy.
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Highlights of 2013
Successfully partnered with Operation St. Nick, We Care of Grundy County and United Way of Grundy County to award mini grants to residents affected by the April flooding in Morris and November tornado in Diamond and Coal City. The first-round of checks were delivered to residents within days, much sooner than state and national agencies and organizations. And over $130,000 has been distributed to date with more to come in May 2014. Adding Nancy Bjelland, Lorraine Davidson, David Ferguson, Shantel Leasure, and Jay Fillman to the board of trustees; and accepted retirement of Al Yancey from board of trustees. Buck elected President of the Alliance of Illinois Community Foundations Over $253,000 in grants to area not-for-profits; awarded a grant to Grundy County Health Department to launch “Resource Connections,” a multi-agency effort to “wrap” services around clients in need; reached $5.9 million in assets – most of which are endowed, which makes the foundation less reliant on fundraising; continuing to host annual events: Back-to-School Fair, Donor Partner Appreciation Night, Grundy County Area Planners quarterly breakfasts, Grundy County Growth Conference (GC2), Estate & Charitable Gift Planning Institute, town hall meetings in Mazon-Verona-Kinsman, Coal City-Diamond-Carbon Hill, Gardner-Braceville-South Wilmington, and Minooka-Channahon.
Looking forward to 2014
The foundation is very excited to celebrate its 15th anniversary. Also for 2014, it has increased its unrestricted grants budget to $40,000; members will attend Council on Foundation’s Centennial Celebration in October to celebrate the 100 th anniversary of the Cleveland Foundation, the nation’s first community foundation; launching “youth in philanthropy” programs at area high schools; update to 2012’s “Vital Signs” community indicator project; and creating a formal Disaster Fund with policies and procedures for distributing monies to residents impacted by future disasters. For information, call 815-941-0852, email Julie@cfgrundycounty.com or visit www.cfgrundycounty.com. The Community Foundation of Grundy County office is located at 102 Liberty St. in Morris.
First Community Bank
In its sixth year in Channahon, First Community Bank continues to be a leading bank serving the area. Recognizing a need for high-quality, personalized banking services in the growing community, and guided by 16 local business leaders who lived and worked in the Morris, Channahon, and Minooka area, First Community Bank opened first in a temporary location on Route 6. Thanks to local ownership and the willingness to build close relationships within the community, the response from commercial banking customers and local residents was overwhelming, said Brian Wielbik, market president. Clients enjoyed a level of service that hadn’t been seen in years, and the bank quickly began planning to build a permanent home. In January 2011, the bank moved into a new, state-of-the-art facility on south Bell Road just north of Route 6 in Channahon. Complete with drive-up services and safety deposit boxes, First Community Financial Bank provides exceptional one-stop banking services for both business and consumer clients. In March 2013, First Community Financial Bank completed a merger of its sister banks, resulting in one bank serving Burr Ridge, Channahon, Homer Glen, Joliet, Naperville and Plainfield with assets approaching $1 billion.
Online and mobile banking capabilities also were expanded to include mobile deposit. Plans for 2014 include a continuing commitment to personal involvement and service in the Morris, Channahon and Minooka communities and an expansion of the bank’s mortgage lending activities throughout its service area. The bank has an active involvement by an Advisory Board, consisting of 15 local residents, business owners and executives. It is a testament to First Community’s commitment to remaining focused on the needs of Morris, Channahon and Minooka. Officers and staff of First Community also live locally and contribute their time and talent to many local organizations. Wielbik serves as market president for the First Community Financial Bank leadership team located in Channahon. Wielbik has more than 25 years of community banking experience with particular expertise in small business lending. He earned his MBA at Lewis University and his BS in Finance at Eastern Illinois University. He currently serves as immediate past president of the Channahon Economic Development Council, President of the Will County Habitat for Humanity and is the treasurer of the Three Rivers Business Association. For information, visit the bank at 25407 S. Bell Road in Channahon or call 815-467-3500.
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Arlene Carey (right) and Karen Rinkenberger tend to a newborn baby in the nursery at Morris Hospital. In 2013, Morris Hospital was re-designated as a Level II perinatal care provider by the Illinois Department of Public Health.
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Morris Hospital and Healthcare Centers
When it comes to providing health care, Morris Hospital and Healthcare Centers hopes patients feel like they are being cared for by neighbors. “Morris Hospital is committed to being an excellent place for employees to work, an excellent place for physicians to practice medicine, and an excellent place for patients to receive care,” hospital officials said. Mark Steadham serves as CEO of the hospital, which is at 150 W. High St. in Morris. The first Morris Hospital opened in 1906 on the third floor of the Collins Building at the corner of Liberty and Jackson Streets in downtown Morris. By 1910, the new Morris Hospital opened at the site of Wauponsee and High Streets where it continues to this day. Delivering quality patient care remains the highest priority at Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers, as evidenced by a number of significant accomplishments in 2013 – including the hospital’s re-designation as a Level II perinatal care provider by the Illinois Department of Public Health. “This means Morris Hospital has the necessary qualifications to care for women who have the potential or likelihood for complicated or high risk deliveries, as well as newborns who may require specialized services,” Steadham said. “The hospital also achieved accreditation as a Certified Diabetes Center from the American Association of Diabetes Educators for the first time, verification that the hospital uses an approved diabetes education curriculum that meets a high standard of care.” Other national recognition achieved in 2013 included being named in the September issue of Consumer Reports as one of the top 20 hospitals in Illinois for surgery safety. Also in 2013, Morris Hospital received an “A” rating on the Leapfrog Group’s Hospital Safety Scorecard for the fourth consecutive time. The hospital also added a number of new services in 2013, including a Phase 3 Pulmonary Rehabilitation program for those who want to continue exercising after the completion of Phase 2 Pulmonary Rehab. Pulmonary Rehab is offered at the Diagnostic & Rehabilitative Center of Morris Hospital just north of
Interstate 80 in Morris off Gore Road. Morris Hospital also opened a new cardiology practice, Morris Hospital Cardiovascular Specialists, with locations at 151 W. High Street in Morris and at the Morris Hospital Ridge Road Campus, 27240 W. Saxony Drive in Channahon. Two cardiologists are now part of the practice: Dr. Syed Ahmed and Dr. M. Tarek Alahdab. In addition, Morris Hospital and Toussaint Obstetrics completed an affiliation agreement that resulted in the creation of Morris Hospital Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists, a new Morris Hospital service providing obstetrician/gynecologists at office locations in Channahon, Morris and Ottawa, Steadham said. Another service expansion in 2013 included the opening of outpatient physical therapy at the Ridge Road Campus, complementing the availability of physical, occupational and speech therapy at the Diagnostic & Rehabilitative Center in Morris. Steadham said the hospital will in 2014 renovate an 11,888-square-foot facility in Yorkville, with the hospital planning to offer immediate care, laboratory, and diagnostic imaging services by the spring, followed by primary care and physician specialty offerings later in the year. The Morris Hospital Yorkville Campus is located at 105 Saravanos Drive, just south of the intersection of Route 47 and Route 71. The hospital looks forward to welcoming a third rheumatologist in the new year, Dr. Deena Raval, who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of conditions including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia and osteoporosis. She joins Dr. Hadi Hedayati at 1345 N. Edwards Street in Morris, complementing the rheumatology services provided by Dr. Janet Leon at the Channahon Healthcare Center of Morris Hospital at 25259 Reed Street. In 2014, Morris Hospital anticipates announcing plans for expanded services in Coal City. The hospital is also making plans for launching a patient portal in 2014 that will give patients the ability to view test results, request appointments and pay bills online. For information, call 815-942-2932.
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Dock Rotz
In its second year, Dock Rotz is still offering a fresh concept in Minooka with its wide selection of craft beers and unique menu. Located at 859 S. Ridge Road in Minooka, the new Dock Rotz offers upscale bar fare and a wide selection of craft beers. Relax in its custom handcrafted bar detailed with old barn wood and barn metal, creating a tiki hut atmosphere. Dock Rotz’s name was chosen from the quote “I hope your ship comes in before your dock rots” meaning make time for fulfilling your dreams and living for today, because life is short. With 20 craft beers on tap there is a beer to suit any beer connoisseur’s needs. In addition to their unique microbrews, Dock Rotz also offers popular frozen margaritas and daiquiris of which you can enjoy under the “tiki hut” any time of year. The food at the Dock is consistently good.
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It is well known for smoked dishes, including beef brisket and pulled pork. Both are smoked for over 12 hours and seasoned with its unique dry rub. Appetizers are a hit at the Dock, especially the hot pretzel sticks with beer cheese and pulled pork nachos. Dock Rotz also offers an excellent buffalo chicken salad, blackened or fried fish tacos, sloppy meatloaf sandwich and much more. Comfort food is plentiful at the Dock. Its barbecue sauce is gluten free and the restaurant also offers gluten free buns upon request. Weekly entertainment has begun at the Dock. Currently, Dock Rotz offers Kids Eat Free/ Magician Night on Wednesdays and Trivia Night is every Thursday. For information, call 815-467-2200 or visit www.dockrotztavern.com.
Maria’s Ristorante & Pizzeria
Ozzie Dzelil, along with the management and staff at Maria’s Ristorante & Pizzeria, work hard when it comes to their commitment of bringing customers quality food at an affordable price. “We constantly strive to change and improve in order to bring to our customers the quality they have come to expect from Maria’s Ristorante & Pizzeria,” Dzelil said. “We train our staff to ensure every customer is treated with respect and that their time spent at Maria’s is an enjoyable experience. We are open to customer suggestions for improvement and employee observations to upgrade our services.” Maria’s Ristorante & Pizzeria is known for its restaurant at 1591 Division St. in Morris, but also offers banquets and catering. “We also added new catering options, and when requested, we send our event planner Marilyn S. Yuhas to the event to coordinate the food and decorating of the tables,” Dzelil said. “It is our way of providing an additional service so the host can concentrate on their guests.” The banquet room can hold 35 to 100 people
and has been used for business meetings, wedding receptions and rehearsal dinners, as well as pizza parties and other celebrations. “We have added a Breakfast Buffet that is perfect for those morning business meetings,” Dzelil said. “We have several package deals and will also custom plan your menu. Call and talk to our event planner, and she will help plan any event to ensure your complete satisfaction.” Maria’s, which was voted Best Pizza in Grundy County by Readers Choice Awards, has added specialty pizzas such as Chicago Deep Dish and Mediterranean, along with Margarita and chicken ranch, to name a few. Dzelil said the chefs prepare meals with the freshest of ingredients and prepare nightly specials, and offer generous portions. “We pride ourselves in our commitment to you,” Dzelil said. “We will always do our very best to make sure your dining experience is both memorable and a truly enjoyable experience. For information, visit mariasristorante.net or call 815-942-3351.
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Chapin’s
At the beginning of the year, many look forward to new things, ideas, projects and resolutions. The staff at Chapin’s does the same thing, but noted it’s always good to take a glance back to see where we started. Chapin’s opened its doors Nov. 1, 2004, on a Monday evening with beautiful fall weather, to a busy first holiday season. Throughout the years, the vision of Chapin’s has remained the same: To give exceptional food and drink along with high quality service in an atmosphere that embraces those who enter. “Downtown Morris is a quaint and lovely place to shop, meet with friends and enjoy the feeling of nostalgic small town,” Chapin’s owners Scott and Dianne Breslar said. “We have met many new friends who have become old friends in the last nine and a half years for which we are profoundly grateful. Morris is a great place to live, work and play.” Chapin’s has grown from the downtown location to Chapin’s North Banquets & “The Pub by Chapin’s” located at The Quality Inn Hotel in Morris at Interstate 80 and Route 47, to its newest addition in Minooka, Chapin’s East Banquets & Catering and Twin Rail Pub. Scott and Dianne Breslar said they make every attempt to hear what guests are asking for and respond as quickly as possible. Some of those have included Fried Chicken Tuesday Evening; Southern-Style Shrimp Boils on Thursdays; and chef-prepared, design-your-own, all-you-care-to-eat pasta night on Thursday at Chapin’s. The dinner menu also is now available during lunch, and weekly specials are offered on drinks. Many of the staff have been at Chapin’s for years, including Kristy Kromm, who opened the restaurant with us in 2004 and is now the front of house manager. And new staff, like Executive Chef Brandon Harness, are bringing many new ideas and recipes. Chapin’s North and “The Pub” offers a 175-seat banquet facility that has been completely updated and is available for weddings, parties and meetings. The European-style pub meets not only the needs of both The Quality Inn and the
Holiday Inn Express (sister hotels owned and operated by Janko Hospitality) but those of the community, the Breslars said. “It is a friendly spot, warm and inviting,” the Breslars said. “It’s not a full-service restaurant but great “pub grub” is served. There also is a full bar, pool table and all new gaming machines. It is a family-friendly spot early in the evening and many bring their children for chicken fingers and french fries.” The Breslars invite anyone who hasn’t been to Chapin’s East yet to drop in for a quick tour. They called it a “lovely party spot” for receptions, business meetings, fundraisers, funeral luncheons, showers and other events. The Twin Rail Pub, decorated with European flair, is attached to the banquet facility. The Breslars described the pub as casual and laid back, with a menu available for lunch and dinner. “Chef Jason makes some of the best brisket you will ever eat,” the Breslars said. “It is a spot that is comfortable for families throughout the day and for our regulars and new guests each evening. Live entertainment can be heard every Saturday night and all-new gaming machines are available here as well.” Sarah O’Sullivan is the general manager of all three locations, but her office is at Chapin’s East in Minooka. “Her planning abilities are second to none and she truly takes the worry out of any event, so that you don’t have to fret about the details,” the Breslars said. “From the bottom of our hearts, we want to thank our guests for their support over the last nine-plus years and to let you know that we don’t take that support lightly,” the Breslars said. “Without you all, there wouldn’t be a Chapin’s.” For information, like the Chapin’s page on Facebook or visit www.chapinsrestaurant.us.
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Ortiz Eye Associates
From the moment you awake in the morning until you sleep at night, your vision and hearing are involved in everything you do. Which is why staff at Ortiz Eye Associates want to be sure you are taking care of your eyes and ears. “Ninety-five percent of what we experience in the world is channeled through vision and hearing,” Dr. Tim Ortiz said. “In adults age 4060, symptoms of many eye diseases may begin to emerge.” Ortiz Eye Associates has a 50-year history of providing patient service and cutting-edge eye care to families in the Grundy County area. Doctors Tim Ortiz and Angelo Marino are now seeing fourth and fifth generations of families who continue to trust Ortiz Eye and Hearing Associates with their eye and hearing health care. Ortiz Eye Associates was founded in 1964 in a 900-square-foot building by Philip A. Ortiz. Since that time, the practice has gone through three major building renovations and now totals 9,000 square feet. There have been many other additions, including Timothy P. Ortiz, O.D. in 1991 and Angelo Marino, O.D. in 1995. “The root of Ortiz Eye Associates go deeper than that,” Tim Ortiz said. “My grandfather, Jerome Horna, O.D., practiced optometry in Sandwich, Illinois, for over 50 years. So the Ortiz tradition of eye care actually started when Dr. Horna graduated from optometry school in 1935.” Ortiz Eye Associates’ guiding philosophy for the past 50 years has been to care for patients as if they were family members, he said. Timothy Ortiz joined the practice in 1991 after training in Portland, Ore., and enjoyed comprehensive optometry with a special interest in diabetic and retinal care. Marino joined the practice in 1995 and is an expert in comprehensive and pediatric eye care. Both Tim Ortiz and Marino are on staff at Morris Hospital, which is a distinction shared by less that 10 percent of optometrists nationwide. In 1995 the Ortiz Hearing Center was established after Dr. Philip Ortiz felt it was a natural
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fit between vision and hearing care. Ortiz Eye Associates provides a thorough eye exam. Tim Ortiz and Marino understand how important a lifetime of eye care is to patients. Children, for instance, need good eyesight to succeed academically. In school-age children it is important for their academic success. In the working years, it is important to maintain good eye health to avoid work-related stress with computers and other technology in the workplace. In older adults, eye disease affects virtually everyone and expert medical and surgical eye care is needed. Ortiz Eye Associates utilizes the Epic automated refractive system which ensures the most accurate spectacle prescriptions possible, the doctors said. The Optomap Retinal Imaging system provides a 270 degree field of view of the retina for the most thorough retinal exam possible. The Optoview OCT scans the retina with MRI-like precision and allows for diagnosis and treatment of severe retinal diseases such as diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration. The various departments of Ortiz Eye & Hearing Associates – including the front desk, optical dispensing lab and contact lens departments – consist of trained professionals who are known for their courtesy and helpfulness, Tim Ortiz said. “They are here to assist you with insurance questions and guidance in other areas,” he said. “Ortiz Eye Associates are providers with Medicare and Blue Cross/Blue Shield. All frames and lenses are warranted and a variety of package pricing options are available. Many of the lenses are molded on site for improved accuracy and efficiency.” Tim Ortiz recommended an annual dilated eye exam, as in many cases, eye disease can be detected before the symptoms begin. The guiding philosophy for the past half-century, Tim Ortiz said, “has been to treat our patients as if they were our family. When a problem develops with your eyes or hearing, most of your life will be affected in one way or another. It pays to take care of your vision and hearing.” Ortiz Eye Associates is at 880 Bedford Road in Morris. For information, call 815-942-5500.
The Front Porch
When The Front Porch opened in March 2000, it was with a certain vision. The Front Porch, a gift, home decor and retail store at 317 Liberty St. in Morris, had barely 2,000 square feet. But after the first year, the store doubled in size and inventory. Cathy Fleetwood, who owns and manages the store, said it was always envisioned as being a store to offer quality merchandise at an affordable price. “I’ve always been conscious of every person of every age in every walk of life being able to come into the store and leave with something to fulfill the reason they came through the doors,” she said. “Today we have over 4,000 square feet of retail space devoted to almost any need or want. Our inventory is full of home decor and furnishings for your home.” The Front Porch changes with the seasons. When spring arrives, the store intends to have spring florals, garden accents, wind chimes and other fun outdoor needs. Before then, there are new, fun linens on hand to cheer up any winter blahs you might have. The Front Porch also is dedicated to its cooks and wine enthusiasts. The store acquired a wine license in 2003 and offer more than 150 varieties of wine. “We are especially proud to carry Morris’ own Jimmy Stafford’s of the band Train wine,” Fleetwood said. “We were extremely honored to host a meet and greet last year with Jimmy in our store. He’s a great guy and has made some great wine. Going on a picnic? We carry single serve wine glasses filled with your favorite wine. Also check out our Tervis Wine Sippy Glasses, great for the beach and pool.” The store also has several gourmet foods,
such as dips, soups, jellies, pickles, sauces, breads and seasonings. Fleetwood said the store wants to expand in that area, and is searching for mixes that are natural and free of gluten, MSG and other additives. The store also offers kitchen gadgets to complete your favorite recipe. The store has made some changes during the cold winter months. “Our women’s corner is always growing and changing so we are too,” Fleetwood said. “When you visit The Front Porch for the next few weeks, my winter elves will still be at work receiving new products, moving things around, retiring some old mainstays and still giving you, our valued customer, things you have on your wish list!! We have been asking our customers what they want to see, and we went looking for their requests. After all - they are who makes us.” To offset the competition from online shopping options and big-box stores, Fleetwood said the staff offers personal, friendly interaction and customer service. “Our goal is to find and have what you are looking for, service you in a friendly, courteous manner, and stand behind your purchase,” she said. Fleetwood said The Front Porch is proud to be a part of downtown Morris and invites all to stop in and visit the store, or to visit the website at www.thefrontporchgifts.com or “Like” the store on Facebook. “We hear almost daily what a rare and wonderful find downtown Morris is. Come see what sets us apart from the malls, big box and other shopping areas,” she said. “Come visit us at The Front Porch – make new friends. And if you’ve already been here, come see your old friends and our new changes.”
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It’s been 30 years since Dr. George A. Roebuck came to provide eye care to local residents. Three decades ago, he took over Dr. Paul Cable’s practice. “He retired and I have expanded the practice three times,” Roebuck said of Family Eye-Care, at 113 E. Jefferson St. in Morris. When it comes to trends in eyeware in 2014, he said some are going for basics when it comes to picking out their frames. “The most popular color this year is black. Yes, across America, big, bold, black plastic frames are the most popular for the kids and teenagers,” he said. “Adults tend to want more variety in shapes and colors, but this is the first time in many years that plastic frames have outsold metal frames for adults.” He said the style is to go larger, which may make the glasses slide down your nose more. “If you don’t want your glasses to slide so much, then metal frames made out of Titanium are really the nicest,” he said. “And if you wear a bifocal, the nose pads can be adjusted so that the bifocal comes in at the best level.” When it comes to putting lenses inside those frames, Roebuck said digital lenses with newer thinner plastics keep improving. “Nobody has to wear ‘Coke Bottle’ thick lenses anymore,” he said. “And the thinner lenses have been coming down in price. ‘Anti-Glare coatings have improved and the nicer ones clean easier and don’t scratch as much.” Also new in lenses are digital “No-Line” progressive bifocals, which Roebuck said have improved so much that 99 percent of patients can adapt to them in a week or two. For those who like glasses that can be worn in both regular lighting and sunlight, Roebuck said Transitions Optical came out with Transitions 7 this year, which darkens and lightens faster according to direct sunlight. Zeiss Optical came out with a similar lens that retains some of its color even when driving, he said. For driving on bright days, Copperton came out with some wonderful new polarized driving lenses that can even help prevent skin cancer around the eyes, he said, and three new computer lenses came out that reduce eyestrain and neck and shoulder pain while working on the computer. For those who wear contact lenses, Roebuck noted that Acuvu owns 50 percent of the world’s contact lens market because their lenses are so comfortable. But he noted that several companies have come out with one-day lenses that are comparable in comfort and price.
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“So now patients can choose Acuvue’s two-week lenses or some of the one-days, and the yearly costs are really about the same,” he said. When it comes to the technology the eyecare industry uses, Roebuck said OCT is the new type of “ultra-sonic” imaging that shows in-depth pictures of the retina and optic nerve. It is especially helpful with those with macular degeneration and glaucoma, he said. “The visual field test used to be the gold standard of care to determine if glaucoma had progressed – but patients hated taking a visual field test,” he said. “Now we can take a picture and measure the nerves in the back of the eye to see if there are any changes going on. So it’s quicker and more reliable.” Another new test is a rapid pathogen screening, where a small amount of a tear is taken and put on a slide. In 10 minutes, the staff can tell whether a red eye is more from bacteria, virus or something else. Similar tests are being developed for dry eyes, Sjorgren’s Syndrome and different forms of glaucoma. And ClearPath is developing a new test to detect diabetes. “By scanning the eye, it can detect diabetes four to seven years before a blood test, so patients can change their eating habits and lifestyle before the blood sugar changes,” he said. He encouraged those with diabetes to get their annual exams, as he noted only 25 percent of patients with diabetes are getting yearly dilated eye exams, which can catch retinopathy in the early treatable stages. He noted that the federal Affordable Care Act is encouraging all diabetics to get a yearly dilated eye exam, and is rewarding organizations that can improve this percentage. Roebuck said macular degeneration is still the No. 1 cause of blindness in people older than 60. He noted a student that just came out found that taking a multivitamin and an eye vitamin is still the best way to slow down the progression. “The FDA has been studying several possible drugs to do even more - but has yet to approve anything for the most common types of dry macular degeneration,” he said. “Giant size gas permeable contacts really help patients with Keratoconus and severe astigmatism. Artificial retina’s and special computer glasses are being developed for the blind or partially sighted.” He also noted that new research is emerging daily and while some diseases still have no treatment, he recommended giving “it 10 or 20 years. We will probably have a treatment by then.” For information about Roebuck’s practice, call 815-942-1951.
Ostir Physical Medicine
Ostir Physical Medicine is a multi-disciplinary office that offers chiropractic and medical services to area residents. Chiropractic services include gentle chiropractic care, decompression/ traction, rehab and weight loss and nutrition. Medical services include joint fluid injections and bracing for degenerating knees, non-invasive nasal spray for migraines, treatments for peripheral neuropathy and carpal tunnel syndrome and medical weight loss. Ostir Physical Medicine is at 310 E. High St. in Morris and is where Dr. Frank Ostir D.C. practices. Dr. Daniel Beal D.C., serves as clinic director for the Morris location. He is a 1996 graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa. Beal has also received a master’s degree in nutrition from the University of Bridgeport in Connecticut. He began his career in
California and received the Outstanding New Chiropractor of the Year Award from the California Chiropractic Association. Beal opened Better Health and Wellness in January 2011. The clinic joined Ostir Physical Medicine in July 2013. By changing to Ostir Physical Medicine, this allows additional services to be offered to the community. “We have just added a new doctor to the team, Dr. Angelo Reyes,” the center said. “He has been in practice since 1998 and is a graduate of U of I Chicago and finished his medical training at Resurrection Medical Center. He is considered an expert in the area of peripheral neuropathy and is considered an opinion leader in the treatment of this condition. In 2014, the practice intends to continue its natural weight loss program and add medical weight loss services as well. For information, call 815-941-2044.
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Every year, the agents of Century 21 Coleman-Hornsby aim to succeed in excellent service to the client, giving back to the community, and high sales achievement. “It was a team effort,” said Shawn Hornsby, Century 21 Broker-Owner said of its successful year in 2013. In 2013 they excelled in all three areas. Century 21 Coleman-Hornsby earned the prestigious Century 21 Quality Service Pinnacle Award, the highest customer service award bestowed to any office, with a rating of 99 percent. Additionally, nine of the agents also earned individual awards for excellent customer satisfaction. These ratings are measured from surveys sent from Century 21 corporate headquarters to each client after each closing. As part of their ongoing commitment to the community, the agents raised more than $24,000 for local charities in 2013. Some of the local non-profit organizations served were Easter Seals, Grundy County Historical Society, We Care of Grundy County, The Salvation Army, Habitat for Humanity, Morris Hospital Auxiliary, Morris Community High School Athletic Programs and Immaculate Conception School, among others. In addition, the agents also volunteered many hours of their time to local non-profit organizations by serving as officers and members of the board of directors of local groups including Grundy County Historical Society, Grundy County Corn Festival, Morris Hospital Auxiliary, Morris Downtown Development Partnership and Morris VFW Men’s Auxiliary. Century 21 Coleman-Hornsby agents were also involved in many community events in 2013 including the Easter Seals Telethon, Morris Home for the Holidays Lighted Parade, Coal City Octoberfest Parade, Grundy County Corn Festival Parade and in giving out popcorn at the fest, among many other community activities.
As for sales production, Century 21 Coleman-Hornsby was the number 1 office for sales of single family detached houses in Morris and in Grundy County in 2013. “I am so proud of our team here at Century 21 Coleman-Hornsby,” Hornsby said. “I think it is fantastic that they accomplish so much for their clients, their community and their office.” Several real estate agents joined the office in 2013. These agents are Tom Wawczak, Walter Castellucio, and Sue Ader. Castellucio and Ader come with several years of experience as real estate agents, while Wawczak has an impressive background in sales and marketing and has already contributed to company sales. The rest of the team includes: Kelly Adamick, Rodney Baudino, Della Coughlin, Norm DuVal, Tami Ferguson, Bruce Flatness, Kim Garretson, Cindie Hunt, JoEllyn Johnson, Theresa Lamb, Jim Maskel, Colleen Michalowski, Debbie Pierce, Betty Piotrowski, Abbey Pool, Tom Smego, Debbie Spikings, Rick Spikings, Gwen Williamson and Hornsby. Coleman-Hornsby also purchased a Century 21 Limo Bus in 2013. The use of the new Limo Bus will be donated to charity auctions so that even more money can be raised for local organizations in the future. The limo bus also is used for agents to travel to various Century 21 events such as the Century 21 awards banquet, agent learning workshops and company outings. “The price of success is hard work, dedication and determination,” Hornsby said. “That describes our team of agents at Century 21 Coleman-Hornsby.” Century 21 Coleman-Hornsby is located at 1802 N. Division St. in Morris. They are open seven days a week. For more information call 815-942-9190. They specialize in residential, vacant land, farms, commercial and industrial real estate.
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candidates and potentially acquire a needed, talented workforce. The students receive a quality work experience and establish important relationships with employers. Also in 2013, nearly $130 million of new investments in Grundy County were committed or under construction. These projects included Trader Joe’s, AirGas, MetalStamp, Primus, and the Inland Logistics Port of Coal City. The GEDC has numerous goals for this year: continue to attract quality jobs to the area to lessen the unemployment rate; apply and receive acceptance for a Grundy County Enterprise Zone; work proactively to attract private investment in Grundy County; and continue to work in attracting a four year university to locate in the county. For information, call Nancy Norton Ammer, email nnammer@gedc.com, visit www. gedc.com, call 815-942-0163 or visit the office at 112 E. Washington St. in Morris.
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When Dr. Phil Wilkinson graduated, he knew where he wanted to practice. So after graduation he returned to his native Morris in 2009 to open his business within the existing practice of Dr. Willareth. At Wilkinson Clinic of Chiropractic, 118 E. Jackson St. in Morris, Wilkinson takes a fullbody approach to care so that he is not only helping ease pain but helping make the body
as healthy as possible. After 46 years, Dr. Willareth retired from practice, leaving Wilkinson available to see his past patients and carry on the tradition of quality care. Wilkinson has post-doctoral certifications in sports and extremities, and is taking coursework to become a certified chiropractic wellness practitioner. The clinic can be reached at 815-942-5350.
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When it comes to offering a Catholic education to area students, Immaculate Conception School in Morris knows a thing or two about how to do it right. After all, they’ve been preparing leaders by offering a Catholic education to students since 1890. The school, at 505 E. North St. in Morris, is led by Father Ed Howe and Principal Kim
DesLauriers. It is part of the Diocese of Joliet. The students are supported by school staff, parents and community. New to the school are students in seventh and eighth grades are using iPads provided by the school. New math books correlated to Common Core Standards and the schools in the dioceses are seeking accreditation through Advance ED.
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Grundy Economic Development Council
After the success of its first year, for 2014 the Grundy Economic Development Council plans to offer even more scholarships through its summer internship program. The GEDC is supported by nearly 140 investors and is run by a 32-member board. The 21-year organization is dedicated to creating jobs for local residents and attracting private investment in its communities. Nancy Norton Ammer is the CEO of the organization and is celebrating her 15th year in this position. One of its largest accomplishments for 2013 was the internship program. Thanks to the support of the education and business communities, professional, summer internships were awarded to 12 students. In 2014, the GEDC is planning for 28 internships. Morris Hospital, Grainger and Aux Sable participated in the intership program by offering interships. The program offers businesses the chance to receive pre-screened
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Posh Girls Boutique is the result of more than 12 years of Pam Gallo dreaming and planning. She wanted a fun place for girls to shop that also was elegant and affordable. Gallo has a background in cosmetology, business and working with children. Posh, 621 Liberty St. in Morris, opened in October 2013 after an extensive remodel of what used to be Books and Bits across from the Morris Area Public Library. Customers are shocked at the transformation and cannot believe it is the same building, Gallo said. The space was transformed from old worn linoleum to wood floors, green carpet and lattice on the walls to walls painted in pale pink with white trim, and ceilings with outdated lighting exchanged for sparkling chandeliers. The dressing rooms are fit for any princess, with mirrors covered in “diamonds.” Posh has a Party Parlour that makes a birthday fun and easy for all. Guests get their hair, makeup and nails done; get to sing karaoke and dress up; walk the pink fashion runway; play games; have a doll tea party; fairy princess party; or pop princess party. Treat bags and paper goods are supplied, so
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all that needs to be brought in is the cake. When Posh opened, they carried girls clothing only, from newborn to size 16. The store now also has juniors and women sizes and accessories. Also in high demand is the assortment of dance clothing and bags. Gallo said they recently added a bow tree covered in colorful six-inch feathered bows in a large assortment of colors to choose from. They also come with a free crocheted headband to match. With the closing of Crowberry Creek last month, Posh welcomed Grandma’s Closet to have a place in the store. This section features hand crocheted baby girl and boy clothing, blankets and hats by local resident Karen Muntefering. Posh recently launched a website: www. poshgirlsboutique.com. Here you can order personalized, unique and affordable baby gifts, order specialty website-only items, and also items from the store. You can view party packages and prices here as well. Posh is open from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. For information, call 815-942-9195. Also, “Like” Posh on Facebook.
J & M Auto Body
If you’re ever in an accident, J & M Auto Body hopes you think to call them. “From fender-benders to restoring that classic car, J & M Auto Body will get the job done,” owner Mark Washburn said. He said his goal for the coming year is to continue to offer the highest quality auto body repair service in Grundy County. Washburn has more than 40 years experience and
opened J & M Auto Body, 526 Bedford Road in Morris, in 1971. Staffed with qualified technicians and keeping up with industry standards, J & M Auto Body offers computer color matching, 24-hour towing, free estimates and is recognized by the area’s leading insurance agencies. J & M Auto Body is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and can be reached at 815-942-6284.
Morris. Cade has been in the field for 17 years. “We train our staff at least once a month on new technology in today’s automobile,” he said. “We pride our shop in excellent customer service, but we realize we still need to be trained to handle the ever-changing automotive field.” The owners recently purchased the latest John Bean Alignment machine. “It allows us to accurately align many more makes and models faster, so we dropped our price from $105 to $84 for a four wheel alignment,” they said.
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After 20 years in the community, Pam’s Academy of Dance has moved from its downtown Morris location to a brand new, 15,000-square-foot studio in 2013. Pam’s Academy of Dance opened in 1993 in a one room studio on Liberty Street and has grown into the largest studio in the area with two locations having 12 rooms. Over the years the academy has increased in enrollment, staff and in class offerings to help better serve the community. Pam’s is celebrating its 21st season this year. Pam Simpson and her husband Jeff purchased the building at 1200 N. Division St. in Morris in 2013. With this purchase, Forte Arts Center was created to incorporate Pam’s Academy of Dance along with music, drama, fitness, yoga, birthday parties, and a full preschool program - “Bright Beginning.” Simpson is the owner/director of the Center. She received her Bachelor’s degree from Illinois State University. She enjoys being part of the community and volunteers for several local organizations. Simpson received many awards over the years for her choreography. Her love for dance and her students is her motivation. She also is a board member of JorsTap Chicago; owns Divine Dancewear in Channahon; and is the co-owner of All Occasion Photo Booth & Video with her husband Jeff. The new facility features four large dance rooms; state of the art professional floating activity floors, which prevent injury and reduce fatigue in each dance room; viewing windows in each dance room and closed circuit TVs in the hallway allowing parents to view the classrooms at any time; student/parent lounge; water fountain with a water bottle filler; two private music rooms and one large group music room; full service party room; preschool room for “Bright Beginnings” program; lobby and front lounge along with four restrooms. Each of the studio’s programs is unique and offers something for everyone. The dance classes are taught by professionals that love sharing the art of dance. Classes are offered for ages two years old to adult. They have recreational classes for the dancer that wants to come once a week as well as competitive programs for the dancer that wishes to pursue a career in dance. It also offers music lessons for all ages and levels. Students can start as young as 18 months in the Music Fun Time program. The studio also offers Musical Theatre Class, which incorporates acting, music and dance. The preschool program, “Bright Beginnings” is new and is a great first classroom experience for three or four year olds. They work on alphabet, children’s literature, large motor skills, art and more. Forte Arts Center is a great place to celebrate your birthday or special occasion. There are special themed parties that are popular or you can customize your own themed party. The most popular new program is “Toddler Time.” This class incorporates large motor skill movement, music, dance, tumbling, parachute activities and more. It is for children ages two to four years old. In the class they use props, toys and fun music games to help toddlers explore movement and music. In the Musical Theatre Performance Class, students learn acting, dance and singing and put on a production at the end of the term. The students loved being able to explore music, drama and dance together and to be part of a live production. The first performance this summer was held at the center. The students performed in front of 150 eager audience members. This year, the DCF Dance Team was created. This dance team allows dancers to be part of a team in the community. All students that are interested in being on a team are able to experience the fun. One of the things that makes Pam’s so unique is its online account center that lists their class schedule, as well as a full transaction screen so parents are aware of all of their transactions. They also pride themselves on being upfront and forthcoming with all of information to families. “We offer excellent customer service. Our teachers have degrees in dance as well as professional performing experience. We are the only school in the area with degreed teachers and performing professionals,” Simpson said.
The studio also offers a competitive program. While they do audition for placement into the company, they welcome dancers with open arms of all levels to be part of our program. Teamwork, respect, service, dedication, responsibility and sportsmanship are some of the most important lessons they teach dancers, she said. “Not only do we want them to become great dancers, we want them to become great people. We have been the recipient of the Sportsmanship Award both at the regional level and national level of competition. We also value giving back to the community and teach and encourage our students to give back whenever possible,” Simpson said. In June of 2013, the Dance Company attended Legacy Dance Championships in Wisconsin Dells. They received numerous awards while at the competition and the dancers lit up the stage all week. They won several overall awards including Grand Champions in the Jr. Division. Simpson herself also received a special recognition. She was named one of Grundy County’s Women of Distinction this past October. This award was given to her based on her contribution to the community over the past 20 years in business. Simpson said she prides herself on giving back to the community and being a great role model for her students. In September, Simpson shared a unique opportunity with all the area dance schools. The center hosted the Dance Moms Miami teachers at the center with two master classes. It was an exclusive offer given to Simpson. She opened up the opportunity to all area dance schools and pom teams so that they could benefit from this experience. Giving back to the community is an important part of Simpson’s business. Each year, she works hard to give back to her community in several ways. This year they adopted two families at Christmas time, held a Gift Mart, collected over 12 truckloads of items to The Quality Inn and collected items for the tornado victims. Recently their dancers participated in a flash mob that was set up to make a video to send over to the troops. The dancers and instructor Brittney Smith donated their time and talents to participate in this event that will bring so much joy to the troops overseas. The newest endeavor that the studio is involved in is Mitch Madness. Mitch Madness is in honor of Mitch Nystedt, a local man with three children who suffered a massive stroke last June. Several community members gathered together to create Mitch Madness to raise funds for Mitch. Simpson is a board member along with several other members. This group has been raising money and is putting on a spaghetti dinner in March. Mitch is a 12-year academy dad that is very involved with the dance school and dance company. In 2013, the studio gave out $1,000 in scholarships to students in the community. One of the biggest ways they have given back is the Corn Dog Stand each year. All of the proceeds from the stand benefit the dance company Forte. This is something that is near and dear to Simpson’s heart as well as to her father Jewel Buttry, who along with Pam’s husband Jeff manage the corn dog stand. Each year at Corn Festival, Simpson also organizes Spotlight on Grundy County Dancers where she invites every dance school in the county to bring their dancers and celebrate dance together. She has organized this event for 20 years now. This sense of community and bringing other dancers together is important to her and her dancers. “It is not competitive, but a way for us all to come together and celebrate dance,” she said. In the coming year, Pam’s plans on giving back to the local schools with donations for extra items they might need. They also are starting a special needs program called “Magical Moments.” This program will allow people with special needs an opportunity to explore dance, music, art and fitness. For information, visit Pam’s Academy of Dance/Forte Arts Center at 1200 N. Division St. in Morris or at the Channahon location at 24805 S. Tryon St. in Channahon; call 815 941-4680 for Morris or 815 521-0744 for Channahon; or visit www.pamsacademyofdance.net.
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