The Illinois State Historical Society (IHS) has named “A More Perfect Place: The Story of Flossmoor,” a book by Flossmoor resident Tom Dobrez, a “Best of Illinois History” for 2026.
The recognition is given for works chronicling the state’s rich past.
The book was awarded a certificate of excellence at the historical society’s annual awards luncheon on April 25.
In awarding the prize, IHS described the book as giving readers “a personal, but…
