Students at Homewood-Flossmoor High School are asking community members to step up to fight pediatric cancer by volunteering to have their heads shaved as part of the 2017 St. Baldrick’s event. The National Honor Society is sponsoring the program from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 4,[Read More…]
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Four top musicians selected for Music Educators Festival
Four outstanding musicians at Homewood-Flossmoor High School will be part of the 2017 Music Educators Association All-State Festival this weekend in Peoria. The program will bring together the best student musicians from across the state. The meeting is Jan. 25 through 28.
‘Tell 7’ campaign spreading the word on SSFS lack of state funding
South Suburban Family Shelter (SSFS) has launched a campaign to spread the word that it needs its promised funding from the state. SSFS, an agency based in Homewood that works with victims of domestic violence, is urging supporters to join the “Tell 7” initiative by doing three things: call, give[Read More…]
Police seek information on Walmart gas station robbery
The Homewood Police Department is seeking information from the public about a robbery Wednesday, Jan. 18.
Midwest Motet Society holding vocal auditions
The Midwest Motet Society is inviting singers of all ranges to audition. Auditions are by appointment with Marie Grass Amenta, founder and music director. Information is at 708-206-0380 or at [email protected]. Rehearsals will be Tuesdays, beginning Feb. 28, in Flossmoor. The spring 2017 concerts will be April 28[Read More…]
Low registration numbers lead to cancellation of FBBSB softball season
Flossmoor Baseball & Softball has canceled its girls softball season for the 2017 season. Girls who want to play in an organized softball league this year are encouraged to register with Homewood Baseball and Softball, according to a statement issued Saturday by the Flossmoor league. Flossmoor Baseball & Softball (FBBSB)[Read More…]
Rigorous practices, bonding are keys to H-F’s stellar girls basketball squad
It’s no secret that the Homewood-Flossmoor girls basketball team is enjoying another banner year with high hopes for the post-season play that begins next month. At the same time, there are secrets to the perennial successes of teams coached by Anthony Smith.
Five H-F seniors selected for Exelon internships
Homewood-Flossmoor High School seniors have been selected for the Exelon Generation internship program. H-F is the only high school participating in the program that typically focuses on incoming college sophomores.
Alzheimer’s information meeting Jan. 28 in Hazel Crest
The Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Illinois Chapter, is hosting an educational program, “Know the Ten Signs: Early Detection Matters,” at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 28, at Waterford Estates, 17400 S. Kedzie in Hazel Crest. The warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease are often dismissed as side effects of normal aging. If[Read More…]
Local residents witness Obama’s farewell
Editor’s note: When President Barack Obama gave his farewell address in Chicago on Jan. 10, a number of Homewood-Flossmoor residents were there for the historic occasion. The Chronicle asked them to share their observations and experiences. Cosme Rios II, Tamika Spicer-Britten and Destiny Watson provided the following insights. Cosme Rios IIUsually[Read More…]