Do you have lawn chemicals, antifreeze, fluorescent lamp bulbs? These are on the list of household hazardous waste items being collected from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 22, at South Suburban College, 15800 State St., South Holland, in a program hosted by Cook County and the college’s Center[Read More…]
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Homewood police increase enforcement during Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Motorists can expect to see increased patrols and traffic safety enforcement zones throughout April as Homewood police officers work overtime shifts in order to help alleviate distracted driving and urge motorists to “drop it and drive.” In honor of Distracted Driving Awareness Month, the Homewood Police Department is partnering with[Read More…]
H-F Theatre troupe presents ‘Tuck Everlasting’
Students in the Homewood-Flossmoor High School theater program will bring the musical “Tuck Everlasting” to life at 7 p.m. on April 20, 21 and 22 in the Mall Auditorium. Based on the children’s book by Natalie Babbitt, the H-F Theatre production centers around Winnie Foster, who wants an adventure that[Read More…]
PSC features ‘Maus: A Survivor’s Tale’ for One Book, One Community on April 11
The Prairie State College Library is hosting a discussion of the graphic novel “Maus: A Survivor’s Tale” during two sessions of its One Book, One Community Book Club on Tuesday, April 11. Readers are invited to participate in discussions at 2 p.m. and at 6:30 p.m. either on campus or[Read More…]
Flossmoor Police report rash of vehicle thefts
The Flossmoor Police Department received reports of multiple vehicles being stolen in the 3800 block of Vollmer Road during the weekend of April 1. The vehicles primarily consist of Kia models and a Hyundai model, in which the offender used forced entry to gain access. Flossmoor officers reported recovering each[Read More…]
Homewood partners with local businesses for Easter egg hunt
The village of Homewood has partnered with 19 local Homewood businesses for an Easter egg hunt to be held on Saturday, April 8, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The 19 participating businesses will each get a giant paper Easter egg to hide in their storefront in downtown Homewood. Participants[Read More…]
Volunteers needed for BMW Championship
Golf enthusiasts, you have a chance to be part of the BMW Championship at Olympia Fields Country Club this summer by serving as a volunteer. The event taking place Aug. 15 through 20 will have the top 70 golfers on the PGA Tour playing to win. The BMW Championship is[Read More…]
Reps. Kelly, Casten introduce bill aimed at reducing gun trafficking in Illinois
U.S. Reps. Robin Kelly (Ill.-2) and Sean Casten (Ill.-6) introduced the Gun Trafficker Detection Act on Thursday, March 30, to require gun owners to report if their gun is lost or stolen within 48 hours. The state’s efforts at gun control are often undermined by weak gun laws in neighboring states like[Read More…]
Food drive set for April 1 in Homewood
The parish of St. John Neumann is hosting a food donation drive on Saturday, April 1, for the “Neighbors in Need” program sponsored by Catholic Charities. Donations of food will be accepted from 9 to 11 a.m. in the church’s north parking lot at 17951 Dixie Highway in Homewood. This[Read More…]
Meet the Candidates: Arlene Sugar Al-Amin, Flossmoor (free)
Age: 50Education: Attended Chicago Vocational School, Attended Alcorn State University, Illinois State University, Attended Pivot Point Academy (License in Cosmetology), Certified Youth Mental Health First Aid CounselorJob Role: Rich Township Clerk; Business Owner, Property Investor Family Background: I’ve lived in Flossmoor for over 18 years. My husband Rafi and I have raised our children here.[Read More…]
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