As Flossmoor’s Fourth of July Parade unfolded, it was not just a celebration of our nation’s Independence Day but also a display of unity and togetherness for a community celebrating its 100th anniversary. “This event is a testament to our village’s rich history,” Mayor Michelle Nelson said. “It’s a celebration[Read More…]
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‘It’s the sauce!’ — Aurelio’s Pizza celebrates 65 years of memories in every bite
When Joseph Aurelio Jr. opened the doors to his four-table Italian eatery in August 1959 on Ridge Road in Homewood, his dream was to specialize in serving the thin-crust pizza made from recipes that have been in the Aurelio family for generations. This year Joe Jr.’s son, Joe Aurelio, who[Read More…]
Dunning’s 4th annual Battle of the Chefs to raise money for iCanDream Center
The fourth annual Battle of Chefs, a live cooking competition, will take place in front of Dunning’s Market & Deli in downtown Flossmoor on the evening of Saturday, July 27. Proceeds will be donated to the iCanDream Center, a nonprofit organization in Tinley Park that empowers kids with autism and[Read More…]
Youth baseball, softball bring in the centennial in Flossmoor
Flossmoor celebrated 100 years on the diamond. Youth softball and baseball teams played exhibition games on the Flossmoor Park Bronco field as part of the town’s centennial event Thursday. “When we saw that it was the 100-year anniversary, knowing that baseball has been such a part of the community for[Read More…]
Huzzah! Vintage baseball a highlight of Flossmoor centennial
For a moment Thursday, Flossmoor residents experienced a taste of the sporting world of pre-Civil War America. A vintage baseball game was part of the town’s centennial celebration Thursday, June 20. The Flossmoor Whistlestoppers and the Deep River Grinders from Hobart, Indiana, played a game under 1858 rules on the[Read More…]
Riders for Jackie’s Warriors raise more than $6,000 for dementia research
The second “Warrior Ride” to support the Jackie’s Warriors Foundation began bright and early on June 7. The biggest obstacle the riders faced was not the distance, but the wind. Jackie’s Warriors started in 2022 to honor Jackie Frangella. Jackie’s husband, Art Frangella, and son, Brian Frangella, witnessed Jackie’s struggles[Read More…]
Woman led businesses and organizations stand out at Juneteenth fest
Of the many local and regional businesses and organizations represented at the Homewood Flossmoor Juneteenth Festival, one common theme stood out. Many were founded, owned or managed by Black women. Below is a brief sampling of these, along with what Juneteenth means to the women and leaders. The Jassac Charitable Foundation,[Read More…]
Irons Oaks hosts cicada celebration
The Irons Oaks Environmental Learning Center roared with excitement on June 9 as it hosted a cicada celebration that drew an enthusiastic crowd. The event was accompanied by a chorus of cicada calls, with a decibel meter recording sounds nearing 100 dBA. To put into words just how loud that[Read More…]
Retirees 2024: Zubak gave a helping hand throughout the day
In 2005, Judy Zubak was an at-home mom with a daughter in kindergarten at Serena Hills School in Chicago Heights. She would go in once a week as a PTO volunteer to help with ice cream treats. Then Principal Lynn Westerlund suggested Zubak fill a part-time position as a paraprofessional[Read More…]
Retirees 2024: Ingrid Vann finishes 29-year career at Serena Hills
After 29 years, teacher Ingrid Vann is leaving Serena Hills School in Chicago Heights for the last time this month. “I have so many friends and teacher colleagues. It will be so bittersweet. That I will miss,” she said. “I’m unsure what life without Serena will look like. My whole[Read More…]
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