Gov. JB Pritzker signed the Home Energy Affordability and Transparency Act on Aug. 27. The legislation is intended to highlight high costs associated with alternative retail electric suppliers. “Illinois residents deserve to know what they’re getting into when signing up for alternative utility suppliers, and often that means high costs[Read More…]
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Flossmoor fire department gets federal grant for emergency equipment
The Flossmoor Fire Department was awarded a $222,345 federal grant to purchase updated emergency breathing equipment that will make firefighters safer when entering burning buildings. The Assistance to Firefighters Grant was announced by Rep. Robin Kelly, D-Ill. The grant program will help strengthen the nation’s overall level of preparedness[Read More…]
Theater group hosts auditions for ‘Harriet’s Halloween Candy’
The 23 Miles South Theatre company will conduct auditions for children, teens and adult parts in its upcoming children’s play. Auditions will be from 6 to 7 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, Sept. 9 and 10, at St. Paul Community Church, 18200 Dixie Highway, in Homewood.
Olympia Fields Park District to host Underground Railroad Tour Sept. 19
Olympia Fields Park District will offer a bus tour on Thursday, Sept. 19, providing an opportunity to learn about the local history of the Underground Railroad. The tour will begin at 9:30 a.m. The registration deadline is Sept. 10. The cost is $80 per person, which includes lunch and transportation.[Read More…]
Many Flossmoor streets will be closed during Hidden Gem race on Saturday
Holding the Hidden Gem 13.1 mile race in Flossmoor on Saturday, Sept. 7, will require road closures to ensure the safety of runners.
Marian Catholic students earn AP Scholar ranking
The College Board has distributed AP Scholar Awards to 95 Marian Catholic students, including Fiona Keating and Jacob Klupchak of Flossmoor, who were named AP Scholars, and Calyn Brumley and Erin Kelly of Flossmoor, who were named AP Scholars with distinction.
Hutchinson sponsors bill giving tax break to nonprofits
The Illinois legislature took a step to remove nonprofits from a tax hike put in place under President Trump’s 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. The new tax charges nonprofits that provide transportation and parking benefits to their employees, but the state voted to decouple from the tax increase.
GSU to host Chicago Southland International Film Festival
Governors State University will host the Chicago Southland International Film Festival Sept. 6, 7 and 8 on its campus in University Park. The festival includes a juried Short Film Competition, a Feature Film Showcase and a director-led question and answer session.
Pritzker signs legislation raising teacher minimum salary to $40K
Springfield, Ill. — Taking another step to address the statewide teacher shortage, Gov. JB Pritzker signed House Bill 2078 on Thursday raising teachers’ minimum salary to $40,000. “As Illinois children head back to school this week and next, this new law says to them and their parents loud and clear:[Read More…]
Discounted Six Flags tickets available
South Suburban Mayors & Managers Association is making discounted tickets for Six Flags Great America amusement park available for Aug. 31 through Sept. 2.
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