Flossmoor board meetings often lasted two or more hours during much of 2024, and at the last meeting of the year on Dec. 16, trustees agreed to an earlier start time to help compensate, although one resident questioned whether the new time would be conducive to attendance at both village[Read More…]
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The Weeks | Dec. 29: Thornton Township board meeting (maybe), holiday schedule notices, New Year celebrations
THE WEEK > Your government Thornton Township Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting at 4 p.m. Monday, Dec. 30, in Harvey city hall, 15320 Broadway Ave. The agenda is available here. Two trustees have announced they do not plan to attend, so there might not be a quorum present to[Read More…]
Crash early Sunday claims one in Homewood
One person died early Sunday in a one-vehicle crash in the 17500 block of Dixie Highway, according to Homewood police. The crash occurred shortly after 2:30 a.m. when a gray Chevrolet Trax left the roadway and struck landscaping rocks and a village sign. The driver and two passengers were treated[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…]
Residency rules remain top priority for H-F High
It’s no secret: people from outside of District 233 try to enroll their kids for Homewood-Flossmoor High School. A new residency system is helping reduce the chances of that happening. H-F continues to be a destination spot for families who want their students to get an excellent education coupled with[Read More…]
12.29.2024 | What You Need To Know Today
Community Menorah Lighting. Celebrate Hanukkah with the traditional lighting of the menorah at 5 p.m. each night from Dec. 25 through Jan. 1 in Flossmoor Park, Braeburn Avenue and Flossmoor Park. Community Kinara Lighting. Celebrate Kwanzaa with the traditional lighting of the kinara candles at 5 p.m. each night from Dec. 26 through Jan. 1 in[Read More…]
Pickleball courts still drawing ire from players
Can the H-F Racquet and Fitness Club make changes to better accommodate pickleball players? Adrienne River said at the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District board meeting Dec. 17 that the pickleball community is still waiting to hear from park board representatives after players offered feedback and concerns in October. “We spent quite[Read More…]
12.28.2024 | What You Need To Know Today
Metra delays. Track construction will be taking place on Saturday, Dec. 28, through Sunday, Dec. 29. Trains may incur delays enroute up to 30 minutes behind schedule passing through the work zone. Please listen to announcements for any platform changes. For additional information visit metra.com/constructionnotices. Holiday Lights Self-Tour. If you missed the first[Read More…]
Winfrey sisters convert gallons of hot chocolate into toys for Christmas
Kayla and Mara Winfrey need about 15 gallons of hot chocolate each year to meet demand during their annual fundraiser to benefit Toys for Tots. Their mother, Maureen Winfrey, is in charge of hot chocolate production during the event. On Dec. 13, in their 21st annual hot chocolate sale, the[Read More…]
12.27.2024 | What You Need To Know Today
Community Menorah Lighting. Celebrate Hanukkah with the traditional lighting of the menorah at 5 p.m. each night from Dec. 25 through Jan. 1 in Flossmoor Park, Braeburn Avenue and Flossmoor Park. Community Kinara Lighting. Celebrate Kwanzaa with the traditional lighting of the kinara candles at 5 p.m. each night from Dec. 26 through Jan. 1 in[Read More…]
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