George E. Mitchell, age 88, U.S. Army veteran, beloved husband of 67 years of Mary Kay Mitchell: loving father of George, Mary (Duane) Nichols, Gregory, Michael and Charles Mitchell; dear grandfather of Maggie (Tom), Michaela (Dan), Michael (Selena), Jeremy, Samantha, Nicole, Nicholas, Daniel (Isabela), Canyon and Brooks; cherished great grandfather[Read More…]
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Metra and Pace offer free rides to K-12 students on the first day of school
Elementary and high school students from across the region will be able to ride public transit for free on Monday, Aug. 18, the first day of school for Chicago Public Schools and many suburban schools. This is the fourth year in a row that Metra and Pace are offering free[Read More…]
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields to host Meet our Docs event
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields is hosting a free Meet our Docs event aimed at enhancing connections between south suburban residents and the physicians serving their communities. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 27, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in The Spine at Franciscan Health Olympia Fields, 20201 S. Crawford Ave.[Read More…]
Homewood Stories welcomes five tellers Aug. 12
Guests will enjoy the tales of five storytellers at the Tuesday, Aug. 12, session of Homewood Stories at Flossmoor Community Church Community House, 947 Hutchison Rd. in Flossmoor. Presenters are: Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7:30 p.m. Guests can bring their own food and beverages.[Read More…]
Flossmoor Police Department announces traffic enforcement results
The Flossmoor Police Department conducted a focused traffic safety campaign from July 8 to Aug. 1 to remind area motorists that “Speeding Catches Up with You” and to encourage safe driving habits. The campaign was part of a state-wide effort involving multiple law enforcement agencies, the Illinois Department of Transportation[Read More…]
Obituary: Beryll ‘BJ’ Yates-Heiferman
Beryll “BJ” Yates-Heiferman, a lifelong animal rescue advocate known for her warmth, humor, and deep devotion to both people and pets, died on Aug. 1, 2025, at her home in Homewood. Throughout her life, BJ had a special gift for pairing people with the pets who belonged in their lives.[Read More…]
Drama Group presents the inspiring musical ‘Matilda’
“Matilda,” a musical about a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence and psychokinetic powers, will be presented over two weekends by the Drama Group. This musical wraps up the Drama Group’s 94th season. The production is directed by Tyler McMahon and is based on the book by Roald Dahl in[Read More…]
Wind Creek Casino & Hotel brings $100K singing competition to the South Suburbs
Wind Creek Casino & Hotel is calling all vocalists to the stage for its “Sing Your Way to $100K” competition. The winner will receive a $100,000 cash grand prize and another $65,000 will be awarded to other top talent. The contest is open to solo vocalists 21 and older. There[Read More…]
Miller’s legislative proposals adopted at national county meeting
Four legislative initiatives presented by Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller were adopted at the National Association of Counties annual conference in Philadelphia this month. Miller was one of 2,000 delegates at the conference. She represents Homewood on the Cook County Board. Miller asked that four legislative policy platform measures be[Read More…]
Rep. DeLuca announces re-election bid
Rep. Anthony DeLuca (D-Chicago Heights) has announced is re-election bid for another term representing the 80th District in the Illinois House. DeLuca has served in the legislature since 2009. Illinois’ primary election is March 17, 2026. The 80th District includes portions of Homewood and Flossmoor. DeLuca said he intends to[Read More…]
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