Note: This story is the second in a four-part series. Jewel Jackson was worried her favorite sweater was a goner. Then she met Joanna Tassin at the Repair Café on Sept. 27. Jackson pointed out how the collar had separated from the neckline. It saddened her to think she’d have[Read More…]
Author: Marilyn Thomas
Green initiatives – simple and making an impact
Do you ‘think green’ everyday? It’s easy to find ways in your home and community to reduce negative impacts on the environment. One example is curbside recycling programs. Simple actions are being used to promote sustainability. We are putting a spotlight on several initiatives.The Chicago Southland Green Committee’s first Repair[Read More…]
Hot days helped draw 13,500 swimmers to Lions Pool this summer
The hot temperatures, great staff, well-trained lifeguards and yummy concession treats all added to a great season at Lions Pool in Homewood, according to Homewood-Flossmoor Park District officials. Kayla Cook, recreation supervisor, gave a report to the park district board Nov. 4 on the successful summer at the pool. Numbers[Read More…]
Seniors marvel at H-F High’s improvements during tour
Positive comments were heard throughout the morning on Friday, Oct. 24, during the annual senior citizens breakfast and open house at Homewood-Flossmoor High School. Because there was no school that day, H-F administrators got to show off the school’s newest space. The breakfast was hosted in the Science Wing’s two-story[Read More…]
H-F park board begins first step for green roof initiative
The Homewood-Flossmoor Park Board took the first step Tuesday, Oct. 21, to go green, install a new roof and reduce utility costs by having solar panels installed at the Racquet & Fitness Club, 2920 W 183rd St. in Homewood. The park district currently pays 0.130 kWh (kilowatt hour). If the[Read More…]
D233 tax abatement likely this year, future uncertain
The District 233 school board will consider abating taxes on the proposed 2025 tax levy, but it is likely the last time the board will take that step because state funding is expected to dry up. This year, District 233 did not receive a Property Tax Relief Grant. The state[Read More…]
Hundreds walk through Millennium Park on the Trick or Treat Trail
The astronaut came to the Trick or Treat Trail on Saturday. So did several princesses, along with cartoon and movie characters, including Bingo and Bluey, Pooh and his friends and the Little Mermaid. It wasn’t just a showing of kids. The Homewood-Flossmoor Park District’s Halloween celebration included parents in costume,[Read More…]
Reduced state revenue sullies H-F financial picture
District 233 school board members got a financial projection Tuesday, Oct. 21, that will help them make tough decisions for Homewood-Flossmoor High School as state support declines and the district’s reserve fund drops. In presenting his report, financial consultant Bob Grossi told the board, “The next 10 years are going[Read More…]
Park board reopens its investigation on benefits of solar
Is solar still the way to go for reducing utility costs at Homewood-Flossmoor Park District sites? The federal government has reduced projects or eliminated tax benefits for solar projects, so investing could be risky, but Illinois is supporting solar through its Illinois Shines legislation. There is a bit of caution,[Read More…]
H-F park board OKs new play equipment for Irwin Park
The Homewood-Flossmoor Park Board, in another step to improve the play area at Irwin Park, agreed to a $252,032 contract for new play equipment. The board took the advice of parks Executive Director Doug Boehm to approve the contract now. He said if the board chose to wait, the cost[Read More…]
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