The Flossmoor Police Department is appealing to anyone who might have information about a fatal hit-and-run Thursday night, Feb. 8, or Friday morning, Feb. 9, to report what they know. Aaliyah A. Leonard, 23, of Matteson, was killed in the incident. Flossmoor police and fire units found her body in the 19600[Read More…]
Author: Chronicle staff
2.10.2024 | What You Need To Know Today
TEXAS HOLD ‘EM FUNDRAISER — The 20th annual Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament will benefit the Cancer Support Center. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Saturday and play begins at 5:30 pm. at Balagio Ristorante, 17501 Dixie Highway. There is a $175 entrance fee and $50 spectator fee. More than $5,000 in cash prizes[Read More…]
Matteson woman dies Friday in possible hit and run on Governors Highway
A Matteson woman died Friday morning, Feb. 9, possibly a victim of a hit-and-run accident on Governors Highway. Flossmoor police and fire units responded to the 19600 block of Governors Highway about 9:35 a.m. to investigate a possible fatal accident involving a pedestrian. “A female victim was found unresponsive near[Read More…]
Flossmoor police investigate possible fatal accident Friday
Flossmoor police and fire units responded to the 19600 block of Governors Highway about 9:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 9, to investigate a possible hit and run fatal accident involving a pedestrian. In a statement, village officials said there was no active threat to the community or businesses in the area;[Read More…]
2.9.2024 | What You Need To Know This Weekend
NEW MOON NIGHT HIKE — Learn about the moon’s cycle, watch the stars and take a stroll through Irons Oaks woods, 20000 Western Ave. in Olympia Fields from 6 to 7 p.m. tonight. For ages 3 and up. Cost is $5 for H-F Park District residents, $7 for non-residents. Click here to[Read More…]
Vernon Hills man dies from injuries at H-F High construction site
Flossmoor officials announced Tuesday morning, Feb. 8, that a worker injured the previous day at a construction site on the Homewood-Flossmoor High School campus on Monday has died. According to the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office, Ronald P. Simonson, 63, of Vernon Hills was pronounced dead at 11:58 a.m. Monday,[Read More…]
2.8.2024 | What You Need To Know Today
CANDLE MAKING & SIP — H-F Park District in partnership with Blue Pearl Candles will host an opportunity learn how to make candles while enjoying light refreshments and wine from noon to 2 p.m. today in Irwin Center, 18120 Highland Ave. in Homewood. For ages 55 and up. Cost is $75[Read More…]
Former H-F speech coach honored by NFHS
The Illinois High School Association (IHSA) announced Tuesday, Feb. 6, that former Homewood-Flossmoor High School English teacher and speech coach Janine Stroemer, who retired in 2022, has been awarded a National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) citation. The award is “designed to honor individuals who have made contributions to[Read More…]
2.7.2024 | What You Need To Know Today
2.6.2024STUDENT LEADERS NEEDED — The Homewood Science Center is seeking 11th and 12th grade students to serve as volunteer leaders to help with its Girls STEAM Celebration on April 13. Student Leadership Training will be from 3 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 6, at the science center, 18022 Dixie Highway.[Read More…]
2.6.2024 | What You Need To Know Today
ROVER’S RUN SURVEY— The H-F Park District is inviting residents to provide feedback on Rover’s Run Dog Park through an online survey. The board of commissioners recently voted to make the dog park open and free. One survey per person. VIKINGS NO. 1— In spite of a loss Saturday to Fishers, Indiana, the H-F High[Read More…]