The Drama Group is looking for 20 singers, dancers and actors of all ages to audition Jan. 20, 22 and 23 for the upcoming production of “The Secret Garden.” No appointment is required, but those auditioning should prepare a song from the production or a similar musical, and expect[Read More…]
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Chicago Archdiocese says St. Joseph School closing in June
St. Joseph School, part of the Parish of St. Joseph in Homewood, will close at the end of this school year. The school opened in 1926. A statement Wednesday, Jan. 11, from the Archdiocese of Chicago read: “After careful deliberation on the long-term sustainability of the school, school[Read More…]
Cook County assessor puts senior and senior freeze property tax exemption applications in the mail
It’s time for senior citizen homeowners to apply for their senior and senior freeze property tax exemptions. The deadline is Feb. 8. Cook County Assessor Joseph Berrios said his staff has mailed the renewal applications for tax year 2016. Savings from these exemptions will appear as deductions on the 2017[Read More…]
Rooke Chapel Ringers handbell concert set for Saturday
The Rooke Chapel Ringers of Bucknell University will perform a free concert Saturday, Jan. 14, performing on their seven octaves of finely crafted brass handbells. The free performance will be at 7:30 p.m. at Flossmoor Community Church, 847 Hutchinson. The students are the guest of Aaron Messersmith of Homewood,[Read More…]
Tuesday is deadline for GSU theater’s wine benefit
Tuesday, Jan. 17, is the deadline to register for an event that will benefit the Center for Performing Arts (CPA) at Governors State University. Guests at Grape & Grain in Homewood from 6 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 24, will be encouraged to purchase bottles of wine or[Read More…]
District 161 considering search firm to help find Parker principal
The search for a new principal at Parker Junior High School will soon be underway and it’s possible Flossmoor District 161 will turn to a familiar search firm for assistance. Interim Superintendent Michael Popp said a traditional internal search or using an outside source are the two options. His remarks[Read More…]
Rep. Kelly says Sen. Sessions’ nomination should be rejected
U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly, D-Ill., of the 2nd Congressional District representing Homewood and Flossmoor, released a statement on the nomination of Sen. Jeff Sessions, R-Ala., to serve as the attorney general of the United States. His confirmation hearing began Tuesday, Jan. 10. Like millions of Americans, I was deeply troubled[Read More…]
Ambulance hydraulic lifts reduce first responders’ back problems
Emergency response can be backbreaking work. Until recently, there was only one way to move a patient, on a cot, into an ambulance — the two-man lift. Since switching to a hydraulic system Flossmoor has seen a dramatic reduction in back injuries, Damm said.
Homewood Krispy Kreme opens, marking chain’s Chicago-area return
Retailers looking to up their crowds on Black Friday may want to take notes on how Homewood’s Krispy Kreme store executed its Tuesday opening. Lines started forming Monday night at the store, located at 17815 S. Halsted St., and continued throughout its opening day.
District 153 approves sale of bonds funded by 2016 referendum
The Homewood District 153 board agreed to work with Mesirow Financial Inc. for the sale of $4.3 million in working cash bonds. The sale is being underwritten by community residents who approved a referendum for a property tax increase that will cover up to $9 million in new money for[Read More…]
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