Kids from the Fonner family spotted the one lighted snowflake decoration in Homewood that is different from all the others. They got some special awards from Mayor Richard Hofeld.
Author: Eric Crump
Open Access, partners help feed and clothe those in need with Turkey Day Giveaway
More than 1,100 south suburban families — about 4,500 people — will have a better Thanksgiving meal Thursday thanks to the Turkey Day Giveaway sponsored Tuesday by Open Access in Homewood. The sixth annual event has grown tremendously from its modest beginning at Open Access offices at 900 Maple Ave,[Read More…]
Eight inducted into Homewood Hall of Fame
The humility of those honored was a theme of the Homewood Hall of Fame induction ceremony Oct. 14. This year’s eight honorees are Bill Frank, Jim Gannon, Rev. David Speerbrecker, the Tienstra family, and posthumous honorees Dr. Francis Wright, former village trustee, long-time dentist in town and Prairie State College[Read More…]
Adults get a head start on Halloween with events tonight and Saturday
Halloween is not just for kids. Area adults will have their share of opportunities this weekend to celebrate the unofficial fall holiday. Saturday night’s fun at Grape & Grain, 18031 Dixie Highway, will start at 8 p.m. The Halloween Bash will feature live music provided by local rock band mainstay[Read More…]
Adults get a head start on Halloween with events tonight and Saturday
Halloween is not just for kids. Area adults will have their share of opportunities this weekend to celebrate the unofficial fall holiday. Saturday night’s fun at Grape & Grain, 18031 Dixie Highway, will start at 8 p.m. The Halloween Bash will feature live music provided by local rock band mainstay[Read More…]
Two Homewood employees honored for their service
Two long-time Homewood employees — Dave Ebert and Tom Gaskin — were recognized for their service to the village at the Sept. 25 Board of Trustees meeting. Two new Public Works Department employees were sworn in at the same meeting.
Lisa Grant celebrates 25 years of improving smiles
Kids laughed with glee as District 153 teachers and administrators were dropped into a tank of chilly water during the Foundation 153 fun fest on Aug. 25. Nearby, staff from Lisa Grant Orthodontics, the sponsor of the dunk tank, were collecting money for the foundation.The joy and giving of a[Read More…]
Federal grant helps Homewood Fire Department update equipment, training
The Homewood Fire Department will be able to replace an aging ventilation system and beef up its training programs thanks to a grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency in cooperation with the U.S. Fire Administration. Rep. Robin Kelly, D-Ill., who represents Homewood and Flossmoor in Congress, announced the federal[Read More…]
Newcomer versus regulars in Homewood’s annual Chili Cook-off
When the chili contestants face off on Saturday to see who’s the best in Homewood’s annual Chili Cook-off, there will be a new cook taking aim at the old pros. Homewood’s Fall Fest runs from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday. The cook-off contest judging starts at 2 p.m. and[Read More…]
Prospective owner of Family Wine and Liquors applies for license
Homewood trustees approved a motion Tuesday that will help pave the way for a new owner at Family Wine & Liquors at 18707 Dixie Highway. Current owners Butch and Tony Giralimo appeared before trustees to explain the reasons for the sale.
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