On Halloween 2023, it snowed, briefly but pretty hard, on kids and parents participating in the Village of Homewood’s trick or treat event. This year, a blustery wind gusting to 25 miles per hour greeted participants who visited four village locations: village hall, the police and fire departments and the[Read More…]
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D161 Board expected to keep property taxes flat
The Flossmoor District 161 Board of Education asked Associate Superintendent Frances LaBella to present a proposal to leave the district’s portion of residents’ property taxes virtually unchanged next year. After reporting that the district is in line to receive a $2-million 2025 Property Tax Relief Grant (PTRG), LaBella discussed several[Read More…]
H-F’s 2024 school Report Card shows slight improvements in English, math
Homewood-Flossmoor High School’s state Report Card for 2024 shows slight improvements in English and math scores. Overall, H-F received a commendable rating with an overall index score of 78.61. Commendable is the second highest rating given by the Illinois State Board of Education which released the numbers Oct. 30. “We[Read More…]
11.5.2024 | What You Need To Know Today
Election Day. Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Voters can find out what’s on their ballots and where they should go to vote by visiting the Cook County Clerk’s election website. Ballots will include races for U.S. president, U.S. representatives, state representatives, state’s attorney, clerk of the circuit[Read More…]
Royal Cultures, a hair salon specializing in wigs and extensions, expanded its space
Royal Cultures, a hair salon specializing in wigs and hair extensions at 1953 Ridge Road in Homewood, has renovated and expanded its space into the adjacent storefront. Owner Olusolape Ogunrinola, who often goes by Lape, said she hopes the expansion will allow Royal Culture to hire more employees, extend its[Read More…]
Homewood will host Metra budget hearing Nov. 7
Metra is holding hearings on its proposed $1.135 billion budget for 2025, including one in Homewood on Thursday, Nov. 7. Riders are welcome to comment from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Homewood Village Hall, 2020 Chestnut Road. The proposed budget holds fares steady at current levels and relies on[Read More…]
Homewood honors residents, businesses with Beautification Awards
The Homewood Beautification Committee continued its long-standing tradition of honoring residents and businesses for their outstanding efforts at beautifying their property. Blue Ribbon Awards were presented to homeowners for having the most attractive properties this year. Winners are: 1309 190th St., 18345 Aberdeen St., 17819 Ashland Ave., 2928 Birch Road,[Read More…]
Free leaf pickup in Homewood starts Wednesday
The Village of Homewood will again provide its free fall leaf pickup for residents of single-family homes starting Wednesday, Nov. 6, and the two following Wednesdays, Nov. 13 and 20. Leaves should be in 33-gallon biodegradable paper bags — no sticker needed. Bags should be left at the street curb[Read More…]
The Weeks | Nov. 3: Election Day, Bark or Treat, Walt’s manager, basin cameras, fashion shows
THE WEEK > Your government Election Day. Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Voters can find out what’s on their ballots and where they should go to vote by visiting the Cook County Clerk’s election website. Ballots will include races for U.S. president, U.S. representatives, state representatives, state’s[Read More…]
Pets get their own Halloween celebration in Flossmoor
While most Halloween events are for human children, Flossmoor made a day for local pets to dress in costume and do some trick or treating in the Pet Parade and third annual Bark or Treat celebration on Oct. 26. Nearly 40 dogs, and one cat, gathered downtown and started with[Read More…]
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