How many people will be living in your house on April 1? No, it’s not meant to be a funny April Fool’s question. It’s an important date for all people living in the United States who need to be counted for an accurate 2020 census. It’s estimated to take just[Read More…]
Author: Chronicle staff
Coping with COVID: March 27
Safe fun is today’s theme. H-F residents are putting on a stuffed animal safari. Thomas Photographic is offering a communitywide photo shoot with appropriate physical distancing included. The Chronicle thanks everyone who has donated to the Reporter Supporter fund in recent days. We’ll keep the news flowing!
Coping with COVID: March 24
Good night, Wildcats. Willow School teachers are posting bedtime stories online to help teachers and students stay in contact. On Sunday night, Principal Melissa Lawson led the way by reading the classic children’s book, “Goodnight Moon.” Meals on two wheels. Redbird Cafe and Goodspeed Cycles are teaming up to bring Redbird meals[Read More…]
Coping with COVID: March 23
Local musicians help H-F stay connected. The Chronicle starts a list for local businesses to post their solutions to operating under the state’s stay-home order. Metra is helping healthcare workers. WHO recommends a shift from “social distancing” to “physical distancing” (because socializing is still important).
Coping with COVID: March 22
Virtual yoga, Flossmoor Eats, video updates from the village of Homewood. Garbage pickup news.
Coping with COVID-19: March 20
Reporter Supporters needed. With businesses closing and the future uncertain, the Chronicle’s ad revenues have started to drop, and the prognosis for the next few months is not good. We will keep the news flowing, because it’s more important than ever to be well informed, but we could use some help. We[Read More…]
As restaurants adapt to new reality, Homewood launches campaign to help in response to COVID-19 situation
A barricade in front of Flossmoor Station Restaurant and Brewery marks a place for customers to park to pick up takeout orders while indoor dining is banned by the state to combat the spread of COVID-19. (Eric Crump/H-F Chronicle)
Coping with COVID-19: March 19
Closed libraries can’t stop storytimes. Several stores offer senior shopping hours. How to participate in the Homewood Board of Trustees meeting Tuesday without being there. State launches new COVID-19 website. COVID-19 cases jump to 288 on Wednesday.
Coping with COVID: March 18
The number of cases jumps. Wiley’s Grill finds a home for food. Rabid Brewing comes up with a unique pairing, beer and TP. What should you do if you think you need to be tested for COVID-19?
Homewood offers additional details about village service limitations
Need to pay a bill or have other business with the village of Homewood. Official offer updated in formation about how to conduct business with the village during the COVID-19 pandemic.


