GET YOUR MULCH HERE – Free mulch and compost soil are available from the Village of Homewood. The self-serve pile is in the Village Hall parking lot, on the northwest corner, at 2020 Chestnut Road. Call (708) 206-3470 with any questions.

CHALK THE WALK – Flossmoor School District 161 invites residents to welcome students back to school with Chalk the Walk at 4 p.m. Wednesday. Write positive messages of encouragement and inspiration on the sidewalk outside your home or business, or visit a school to chalk your message.