On Aug. 15, Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi released the initial assessments of residential and commercial properties in Thornton Township, which includes Homewood north of 183rd Street and east of Western Avenue. “I strongly encourage property owners to review their reassessment notice to ensure their property characteristics and market value[Read More…]
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8.18.2023 | What You Need To Know This Weekend
AIR QUALITY ALERT — Wildfire smoke is expected to move into northern Illinois today. The air quality reach the orange level, or unhealthy for sensitive groups, including children, older adults, those with breathing or heart disorders including asthma and COPD and even active adults. Check the air quality monitor at hfchronicle.com for the[Read More…]
H-F High, Flossmoor schools watching Meijer tax appeal closely
The Flossmoor Meijer has generated a considerable amount of tax revenue for the community since opening in 2016, but property tax appeals by the retailer are a recurring threat to the budgets and plans of local school districts. The Flossmoor Meijer has filed a property tax appeal that would take[Read More…]
8.17.2023 | What You Need To Know Today
MARIAN QUEEN OF HEARTS DRAWING — The next drawing in the Marian Catholic High School Queen of Hearts 50/50 raffle will be at 7:30 p.m. tonight at Rudy’s at Balagio, 17501 Dixie Highway in Homewood. Tickets for the drawing are $5 and can be purchased at the bar or at the[Read More…]
8.16.2023 | What You Need To Know Today
HOMEWOOD LIBRARY BOARD MEETING — The board will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 16, at the library, 17917 Dixie Highway. Find the agenda here. FITNESS IN THE PARK — Meet tonight from 6 to 6:45 p.m. in Homewood Estates Park, 18200 California Ave., for a free fitness class, Zumba with Edy. Arrive[Read More…]
Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra season tickets on sale
The Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra has announced its 2023-24 season, with its opening night concert, “Music of the Americas,” set for 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14. The first performance of the seven-concert season will feature violinist Stella Chen, who will lead on two concertos, including the world premiere of former IPO[Read More…]
Homewood library books moved to make way for carpeting
Homewood Public Library patrons will need to rely on staff for the next few weeks as books and stacks are relocated to prepare for new eco-friendly carpeting being installed starting Aug. 28 The new carpeting will be shades of gray with some accent colors. The FORT teen center will be[Read More…]
8.15.2023 | What You Need To Know Today
DISCOVERY PRESCHOOL OPEN HOUSE — Discovery Preschool will hold an open house from 4 to 6 p.m. today at Irwin Community Center, 18120 Highland Ave. Parents or guardians can meet teachers, tour the classrooms and ask questions. For more information, call 708-957-7275 or email [email protected]. DISTRICT 233 BOARD MEETING — The board[Read More…]
8.14.2023 | What You Need To Know Today
UNDERSTANDING ISSUES WITH HEAD, NECK CANCERS — The Cancer Support Center is hosting a virtual session from 4 to 5 p.m. today on challenges patients with head and neck cancers must deal with, including trouble swallowing and with speech. Register here. HOMEWOOD LIBRARY CARPETING PROJECT — Homewood Public Library will be getting new carpeting[Read More…]
The Weeks | Aug. 13: BMW parking, library carpeting, back-to-school, beer, roller derby, speaker delay, Wall of Honor, democracy watch
THE WEEK > Meetings Flossmoor Public Art Commission will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 14, in village hall, 2800 Flossmoor Road. Homewood School District 153 Board of Education will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 14, in the James Hart School library, 18220 Morgan St. Homewood-Flossmoor School District 233 Board of[Read More…]
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