Dunning’s Market will host the Battle of the Chefs at 5:30 p.m. this Saturday. This will be a fundraising event in collaboration with iCan Dream Center, a nonprofit organization. According to their website, the iCan Dream Center provides quality programming for youth. They specialize in working with students with intellectual[Read More…]
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Recycling kits help educate students remotely
Homewood Disposal recycling kits have helped local kids learn about environmental responsibility through the pandemic. (Provided photo) Though classroom teaching has mostly been virtual this past year, Homewood Disposal did not slow down on implementing recycling education. The company distributed Recycling Education Toolkits to the communities it serves so students[Read More…]
You Matter 2 plans two events to raise funds for H-F Juneteenth Festival
You Matter 2 is hosting fundraising events May 6 and May 8 to raise funds for the group’s planned Inaugural Juneteenth festival on June 19 at Homewood-Flossmoor High School. The Illinois Legislature has a measure before it to mark Juneteenth National Freedom Day as a state holiday. Juneteenth marks the[Read More…]
Sweat Equity closes after 30 years
The pandemic has presented many challenges for small businesses, including forcing some of them to close. For Sweat Equity Ltd., though they closed, they left a strong legacy behind in the community. Rita and Jeff Sachs, owners of the fitness center at 2413 183rd St., met in high school[Read More…]
Staying well together: Primary health care efforts evolving during pandemic
Due to a number of risk factors associated with the pandemic, Dr. Dionna Lomax, a Franciscan Physician Network physician, sees a trend of chronic conditions worsening, such as diabetes, high blood pressure and weight gain. The need to maintain health despite not being able to physically go to the clinic[Read More…]
Author of ‘Dear Black Girl, You are IT’ empowers teen girls
Many teen girls, especially Black teen girls, need reaffirmation that they are, in fact, beautiful, smart and worthy. Tamara Trimuel, author of “Dear Black Girl, You are IT,” helps them remember that in many ways. The motivational book focuses on self-love, with “IT” serving as an acronym for intelligent and triumphant.
You Matter 2 seeks input on idea of developing community center focused on teens
Does Homewood need a teen community center? You Matter 2 is seeking community-wide input on the question, especially from local school administrators, school faculty, staff, parents and students in seventh through 12th grade. You Matter 2 is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that seeks to inspire and empower youth to be world changers.[Read More…]
Glenwood Academy pivots to support students during pandemic, with help from Homewood Rotary
Salem Lutheran pastor steps down after 28 years
Pastor David Speerbrecker, Homewood’s longest serving clergyman, has retired after 28 years at Salem Lutheran Church and more than 40 years in ministry. He stepped down from his duties on Dec. 31. David Speerbrecker Speerbrecker counts among his fondest memories the holiday services, such as Christmas and Easter. The[Read More…]
Pastor David Speerbrecker retires after 28 years of faithful leadership
Pastor David Speerbrecker, Homewood’s longest serving clergyman, is retiring after 28 years at Salem Lutheran Church and more than 40 years in ministry.