The National Honor Society at Homewood-Flossmoor High School held an induction ceremony May 15 for 130 new members. Guest speaker was Marc Fishman, a 2000 graduate. To become a member of NHS, students must demonstrate exemplary work in the four pillars, scholarship, leadership, character and service. Students are eligible sophomore[Read More…]
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Flossmoor unites for fourth annual Bike the Gem community ride
Residents and cycling enthusiasts of Flossmoor came together on a sunny Saturday morning to participate in the fourth annual Bike the Gem community bike ride. Riders were treated to a scenic 6.5-mile route through the charming Flossmoor neighborhoods. Furthermore, they were granted a sneak peek of the course for the[Read More…]
Juveniles arrested, charged in violent Flossmoor carjacking
Four of six juveniles involved in a violent carjacking in February 2022 have been arrested and charged in the case, Flossmoor police said Tuesday, June 6. The juveniles have been charged with attempted murder, aggravated kidnapping, armed robbery, attempted vehicular hijacking, mob action and battery. One person was struck by[Read More…]
06.06.2023 | What You Need to Know Today
FLOSSMOOR HISTORY OPEN HOUSE – The Foundation for the Preservation of Flossmoor History will host an open house from 5 to 6 p.m. Wednesday in its home at 2709 Flossmoor Road. Another open house will be held June 21.COFFEE WITH A COP – Flossmoor officers will be available at Dunning’s Gourmet Market[Read More…]
NCBW 100 hosts panel for women interested in political careers
On Saturday, May 27, the Chicago Metropolitan Chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women hosted a Women, Wine and Politics panel for women who are interested in a career in politics at Prairie State College. The Chicago Metropolitan Chapter of NCBW 100 was chartered in 2020 and is[Read More…]
Farewell: Marian Band Director Greg Bimm closes 46-year career
For all the trophies and awards Marian Catholic High School Band Director Greg Bimm has brought to the Chicago Heights campus, he saw his most important role as developing the individual student. Bimm has ended his 46-year career, having won seven Bands of America (BOA) Grand National Championships and 42[Read More…]
06.05.2023 | What You Need To Know Today
Air quality alert The Illinois EPA has extended the air quality alert through Monday. Anyone who is sensitive to elevated ozone levels might want to limit time spent outdoors. The Chronicle has a new air quality monitor widget post in the right sidebar of the front page at hfchronicle.com. Meetings[Read More…]
Local teens “yarn bomb” Martin Square, add Pride Month messages to sidewalks
More than a dozen local teens gathered in Martin Square and nearby Ridge Road on Wednesday, May 31, to “yarn bomb” and spray rain-activated messages on the cement. The art project was to commemorate Pride Month which began the following day. Along Ridge Road, the teens wrapped about six trees[Read More…]
The Weeks | June 4: Celebrate Pride, graduation controversy, farewell to Carole, Walk With Anne
Farewell Carole (but not goodbye) For much of the Chronicle’s history, Carole Sharwarko has served as ace reporter, digital content manager, roving livestreamer and reliable generator of good ideas. Carole created the daily What You Need to Know Today post that many people depend upon. She sprang into action whenever[Read More…]
Homewood woman appointed president of Moraine Valley College
The Moraine Valley Board of Trustees appointed Pamela J. Haney as the college’s next president during a special meeting on May 31. Haney, of Homewood, is married to Homewood Village Manager Napoleon Haney. She will become Moraine Valley’s sixth president on July 1 following the retirement of Sylvia M. Jenkins,[Read More…]
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