Curtis Lee Harris III was born to Tiara and Curtis Harris II of Lynwood at 9:43 a.m. at Franciscan Health Olympia Fields, making him the first baby born at the hospital in 2025. He weighed 6 pounds 3 ounces and was 19.5 inches long. He is the first baby born[Read More…]
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New public health laws, rules take effect in 2025
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced that a number of new laws and rules designed to strengthen the public health system will go into effect on New Year’s Day, January 1. One of the key changes taking effect with the new year is a more stringent standard for[Read More…]
Charity solves dilemma of unwanted gifts
Did you receive a holiday gift or two that you just won’t be able to put to good use? Maybe a box of chocolates you’ll never eat or a too-small Christmas sweater without a gift receipt? All are welcome to re-gift these and other unwanted presents and help share a[Read More…]
Protections for Family Responsibilities in Employment law takes effect Jan. 1
Workers in Illinois who provide personal care to family members are protected from employment discrimination based on family responsibilities as of Jan. 1, 2025. Illinois is now one of fewer than 10 states to provide employment protections for family caregivers. Public Act 103-0797 prohibits discrimination on the basis of family responsibilities[Read More…]
H-F musicians selected for IMEA All-State Music Conference and performance
The Performing Arts Department at Homewood-Flossmoor High School has announced that seven music students have been selected to participate in the Illinois Music Education Association’s All-State Music Conference Jan. 29 through Feb. 1 in Peoria. In addition, the Viking Jazz Ensemble applied and was accepted to perform at the IMEA[Read More…]
New state law expands reproductive rights
A new state law that takes effect Jan. 1 prohibits discrimination based on a person’s reproductive health decisions, including fertility care and abortion. Public Act 103-0785 prohibits discrimination on the basis of reproductive health decisions in employment, housing, financial credit, and public accommodations. The law clarifies and extends existing protections in[Read More…]
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields surgeon offering state-of-the-art digestive care at new clinic
A Franciscan Health Olympia Fields surgeon is offering patients struggling with undiagnosed, unresolved and complex issues of the esophagus and stomach hope for relief with a new clinic in the South Suburbs. Specialty Physicians of Illinois General Surgeon Dr. Lubomyr Boris recently launched a comprehensive Foregut Clinic at his Olympia[Read More…]
Marian Catholic’s fencers winning honors in meets
The fencing team at Marian Catholic High School has been having success at various meets this season bringing home gold medals and other honors. During a meet Nov. 9, Brazil McGruder, a junior, won the gold medal in women’s sabre at the DHP JV Individual Meet at Highland Park High[Read More…]
Serena Hills alumnus gives warmth to students
The students at Serena Hills Elementary School in Flossmoor School District 161 received a holiday surprise this week thanks to the generosity of alumnus Allan DiCastro. During a special assembly in the packed school gymnasium, every child at the school was gifted a new winter jacket, custom-sized to fit them[Read More…]
2 local businesses recognized by state office of tourism
The Illinois Office of Tourism in November released its annual Illinois Made Holiday Gift Guide, highlighting 16 small businesses statewide that are part of the Illinois Made program, including one from Homewood and one from Olympia Fields. Vintrendi Wine Company, 3408 Vollmer Road in Olympia Fields, was listed in the guide’s Festive Bottles[Read More…]
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