This is going to be so cool. It’s always more fun to play than to watch, and starting Monday, Oct. 24, when early voting polling places open, until Election Day, Nov. 8, all us registered voters get to take the field and make the plays. We get to help shape[Read More…]
Local News
Bookie’s is coming back; partnership with Rockshop60430 enables new Homewood shop
Bookie’s has a new lease on life in Homewood. Thanks to a new partnership and a new home, Bookie’s owner Keith Lewis announced on Facebook Saturday night that the store would return with a new location and a new partnership. Lewis rocked the local bibliophile community early in September when[Read More…]
Flossmoor sanitary sewer rehab sees $599K in additional costs after more point repairs identified
Sewer work is begetting more sewer work in Flossmoor, after new repair needs were discovered since the last time the pipes were inspected several years ago. The village board voted unanimously on Monday, Oct. 17, to approve a change order on a contract with Benchmark Construction that increases the original cost[Read More…]
Franciscan Health partners with 57 non-profits on community health
Franciscan Health recently announced $450,000 in funding for community health improvement through its Social Impact Partnership Program (SIPP). Fifty-seven non-profits located throughout Franciscan Health’s Indiana service regions and south suburban Chicago were selected from applications to receive funding of up to $9,750 per organization, including Anew: Building Beyond Violence &[Read More…]
Trustee reads statement related to Madeline Miller’s death following CESSA discussion
For the first time in the months following the death of Madeline Miller, no residents spoke during public comment at the Monday, Oct. 17, Flossmoor Village Board meeting about the incident or policing in Flossmoor. But Trustee Rosalind Mustafa read a statement she prepared in anticipation of residents who have appeared before[Read More…]
Flossmoor changes location for Oct. 29 community forum (free content)
The Flossmoor Community Forum to discuss how to improve community relations and strengthen the bonds between residents and police officers scheduled from 2 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 29, has been moved to Parker Junior High School, 2810 School St. Village officials said guests should enter through the building’s main entrance[Read More…]
10.21.22 | What You Need to Know This Weekend
PET ADOPTION DISCOUNTS – During the 12 hours of their Midnight Madness Sale, South Suburban Humane Society is offering specials and discounts. At times they will waive dog and cat adoption fees. Noon to midnight today at SSHS, 21800 Central Ave. in Matteson. Noon to midnight today. HUNGER AWARENESS WALK –[Read More…]
10.20.22 | What You Need to Know Today
MUSIC FOR MINIS – Toddlers and preschoolers are free to develop introductory music skills through exploration and play at Music In Motion for Minis, 5:30 p.m. tonight at Melody Mart. Register on the Melody Mart website. SEE ANIMALS CLOSE UP – Wildlife experts from Big Run Wolf Ranch visit the[Read More…]
Ice Arena filled with concrete for rink floors
The robots did the heavy work, but a 25-member crew from Raffin Construction Co. followed behind to get the concrete slab at the H-F Ice Arena in perfect condition. The park district is using a new system recommended by American Arena. It layers a heating system covered by sand, then[Read More…]
Catalyst Consulting, SSG spar during discussion session Monday
Area residents will have a chance to get a clearer view of a new proposal to redevelop Calumet Country Club as Catalyst Consulting, the firm that created the plan, begins a series of open sessions intended to inform the community about the project. So far, the new plan does not appear to[Read More…]
Newsletter
