Taylor Ausley, who graduated in June from Homewood-Flossmoor High School, met U.S. Robin Kelly, D-Ill., in Washington the week of June 25 and got to see her winning 2nd Congressional District art piece hung in the U.S. Capitol.
Author: Chronicle staff
Top H-F High grads named Viking Scholars
Homewood-Flossmoor High School announced its Viking Scholars. These are the top 10 graduates in the 2018 class by their grade point average. These graduates are listed in alphabetical order, with the college they will attend. Emma Anderson, St. Olaf College; Joseph Cipriano, University of Chicago; Allie Mangel, Princeton University; Andronicus[Read More…]
A walk through Homewood: A history of the place through the places of history
Edited by Jim Wright Editor’s note: As Homewood celebrates its 125th year as a municipality, the Homewood Historical Society is helping us recall how the village started. This written stroll around town portrays the key places that shaped the town’s early years. Homewood is here because: The Vincennes[Read More…]
Fourth of July festivities promise a day of family fun
Fourth of July celebrations in Homewood and Flossmoor are steeped in tradition, and this year’s festivities are designed to follow the popular script: a 5K race, two parades and a family festival.
Video shows two suspects in June 25 Flossmoor car burglary
A homeowner’s surveillance camera this week captured the image of two persons breaking into a car in Flossmoor. In the video, one of the suspects, wearing a hooded shirt, opens the car’s passenger door and looks inside. A moment later, another person – who is bareheaded – opens the driver’s[Read More…]
Vice District seeks second incentive extension
Vice District Brewing is requesting that Homewood officials approve a second extension for a business incentive funding agreement. The village board will consider the request at its regular meeting Tuesday, June 26. The craft brewery was approved in September 2016 for $100,000 in financial assistance to develop a brewery and[Read More…]
Two people shot Sunday night at Walmart fuel station
Two people were shot Sunday night during an altercation at the Walmart fuel station, 17550 Halsted St., in Homewood. Homewood police said officers responded to the scene shortly after 8 p.m. after receiving reports of a disturbance that included shots fired. “Responding officers located two persons with gunshot injuries and[Read More…]
Get a sticker for the Splash Pad
H-F Park District residents have free access to the Splash Pad but need to provide residency documentation through a driver’s license, utility bill or tax bill. Those with a current pool pass or H-F Racquet & Fitness Club photo ID can get a Splash Pad sticker added to the photo[Read More…]
Weather service warns of weekend heat wave
The pleasant weather Thursday morning — bright and cool, with temperatures still in the upper 50s by 7 a.m. — will not last long. The National Weather Service issued an excessive heat watch beginning Saturday and extending through Monday. The forecast calls for a “dangerous combination of high heat and humidity.” Afternoon[Read More…]
Prairie State graduate recognized for outstanding achievement
Omar Martinez of Homewood was recognized for his outstanding achievements during the Prairie State College graduation ceremonies May 19.
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