Traditional weddings are often elaborate events that take months to plan and involve considerable expense. Not everyone who is in a committed relationship wants or needs that kind of event. For those looking to tie the knot or renew vows in a simpler but still special event, one local woman[Read More…]
Author: Eric Crump
Homewood commission chair offers dissenting view of Triumph Building redevelopment design
The redevelopment of the Triumph Building site on the southwest corner of Ridge Road and Martin Avenue received an enthusiastic green light from the village. But support for the current project design is not universal. The Homewood Board of Trustees unanimously approved three measures on Nov. 25 that allowed the[Read More…]
Vida Tacos features artistic passion for food
Vida Tacos opened Nov. 2 at 18102 Martin Ave. in Homewood, and owner Alfredo Castro said his approach is captured by the restaurant’s logo. Alfredo Castro and Rosaelia Samanieso pose by Vida Tacos’ logo. The new r estaurant opened Nov. 2 in downtown Homewood. (Eric Crump/H-F Chronicle) “Vida” not only means “life” in Spanish,[Read More…]
Inspections seek to find home drainage problems
At the Nov. 25 meeting, Homewood village trustees approved an ordinance updating municipal code to include a long-term plan for eliminate drainage inflow and infiltration problems.
Life-sized toy soldiers guard local store
Life-sized toy soldiers create a holiday scene at The Art Corner in the Southgate Shopping Center.
Crete family sees miracle in free new car
Chevrolet of Homewood owner Steve Phillipos, center, introduces the family who won a new car in the annual Homewood Chevy Cares contest.
Artist gives downtown Flossmoor a seasonal touch
Chevrolet of Homewood owner announces winner of Christmas car giveaway
Chevrolet of Homewood owner Steve Phillipos announced Friday the winner of this year’s Homewood Chevy Cares new car giveaway. In a live social media video, Phillipos called Jeannette Farris to inform her that her family would receive the new car on Christmas Eve. “We’ve had over 400 submissions from people with[Read More…]
Science center giving tree helps underserved kids with STEM learning
Homewood Science Center and Restoration Ministries are teaming up to get science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) toys into the hands of underserved children in the area.
Pop’s Snack Shop brings family-friendly sweet shop to downtown Homewood
Pop’s Snack Shop in Homewood is now open, andowners Richard and Rita Gavin hope theirclassic candy helps customersconnect with their inner kid.
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