A parade of fire trucks down Ridge Road Tuesday evening, their lights flashing, will mark the annual Parade of Lights, a silent memorial for those killed in the line of duty. The Oct. 9 parade is expected in Homewood between 8:15 and 8:30 p.m. For Homewood, it is a reminder[Read More…]
Author: Chronicle staff
Parker runners score high at cross country conference meet
Four Parker Junior High School runners were conference champions at the Sept. 28 SSJSA Conference cross country meet. Parker’s team competed agains nine other schools at the meet, which took place at Apollo Park in Homewood.
Registration open to sing at ‘Hamiltunes’ show
Come out and sing! The Homewood Public Library is inviting singers to join the roster of those who will take part in the final presentation of “Hamiltunes,” a festive Homewood-style presentation of the hit musical “Hamilton.” Singers interested in performing the show must register by Nov. 17 at http://bit.ly/HomewoodHamiltunes. “Hamiltunes” is[Read More…]
H-F has 12 graduates earn IB Programme honors
Homewood-Flossmoor High School had 12 members of the Class of 2018 earn recognition for their work in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. They represent the fourth IB program class at H-F. IB students must meet the requirements of six specific groups: English; foreign language; social sciences; physics; math and arts/music. [Read More…]
Homewood Science Center puts tickets on sale for 3rd Walk Walton event
Tickets are on sale for the Homewood Science Center’s third Walk Walton fundraiser celebrating nature, science, music and crafts on Sunday, Oct. 21, at the Izaak Walton Preserve, 1100 W. Ridge Road in Homewood. Discounted rates apply for tickets purchased by Oct. 10. Individual and group rates are available.
IJP Block Party provides Oktoberfest fun for families
The annual Infant Jesus of Prague Block Party returns Saturday, Oct. 6. The family fun at 1131 Douglas Ave. in Flossmoor will last from 5 to 9 p.m. Food trucks will be on hand, including Cheesies, Warm Belly Bakery, American Glory, Los Portales and Joey’s Red Hots. Beer vendors will[Read More…]
Shots fired on Flossmoor street Friday, police say
Flossmoor police Friday responded to a report of shots being fired in a residential neighborhood. According to a community alert posted on Sept. 28, two shots were fired at about 2:40 p.m. at the intersection of Wallace Drive and Park Drive. Police said the incident took place following a confrontation[Read More…]
Fall Fest offers its Chili Cook-off and entertainment in Homewood
Homewood will celebrate the change of seasons with its annual Fall Fest and Chili Cook-off Saturday, Sept. 29. The party starts at 11 a.m. and continues through 10 p.m. with events, the chili tasting and serving, and outstanding musical entertainment. There also will be horse drawn wagon rides between 6 and[Read More…]
Community activist Dr. Francis Wright dies after battling cancer
Francis Wright Francis Wright, a former Homewood village trustee and dentist in Homewood, died Monday, Sept. 24, after a battle with cancer. Wright, who was 92, is recognized for his many contributions to the community and the profession by helping to organize the dental hygiene program at Prairie State College.[Read More…]
Akeelah’s inspirational story at H-F
Marcus Cruse and Morgan Barber of the Homewood-Flossmoor High School Theater Program will star in “Akeelah & the Bee,” a story about a Chicago girl who makes it to the National Spelling Bee and inspires others. The production is being presented at 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday, Sept. 27 and[Read More…]
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