The Flossmoor School District 161 board of education shifted how it is approaching its complicated 2021 tax levy after receiving new information from the Cook County Clerk’s Office. The school board voted unanimously on Monday, Nov. 22, to apply for a 2021 Property Tax Relief Grant that would see the[Read More…]
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11/30/2021 | What You Need to Know Today
BEYOND WORDS ART SHOW – Cancer Support Center celebrates its art therapy participants at their 2021 Art Show: Beyond Words. Attend in person at the Homewood location or online at the CSC website. 5 to 6:30 p.m. today UKE IT UP – If you’ve been wanting to try Melody Mart’s[Read More…]
Following delay, D161 asphalt repairs could happen at two schools in early June
After delaying asphalt replacement at Flossmoor Hills and Heather Hill elementary schools this summer because no one bid on the project, Flossmoor School District 161 is getting ready to move forward with work — though only one company bid on the work the second time around. Associate Superintendent Fran LaBella[Read More…]
Woman injured during car theft Sunday night (free content)
A woman suffered minor injuries Sunday night when she was struck by a vehicle while chasing her own vehicle as it was being driven off by a thief. Police responded to the 18200 block of Halsted Street at about 9:50 p.m. The victim was seen by Homewood Fire Department paramedics[Read More…]
Women’s group gives $20,000 to improve education on kidney disease
A special $20,000 grant from the Central Area of The Links, Inc., part of a national organization of professional women of color, is helping to boost an effort in the South Suburbs to share information on kidney disease. The Black Kidney Awareness Resources and Education (KARE) project is being directed[Read More…]
H-F board accepts two bids for work on softball, baseball fields
The District 233 school board met in special session Wednesday, Nov. 24, to approve two bids for work on the Homewood-Flossmoor High School baseball and softball fields. The board approved a contract with Chicago Heights Construction for $784,215. This covers site clearing, excavation and preparation, including a new underdrain system,[Read More…]
Respond Now holiday drive collecting gift cards for kids
As you make your shopping list for gifts for family and friends this holiday season, volunteers at Respond Now ask that you include a $20 gift card to cover the cost of a toy or special need for children who otherwise will go without. “Due to the current circumstances, we[Read More…]
Homewood approves agreement with vendor to manage payment for parking in commuter lots
When Homewood takes over ownership of the train station parking lots in January, commuters will have a familiar tool for making payments after the Board of Trustees approved an agreement with ParkMobile to continue offering digital payment services. (Eric Crump/H-F Chronicle) With Homewood slated to take control of commuter parking[Read More…]
11/26/2021 | What You Need to Know This Weekend
DECK THE HALLS – Join Flossmoor Community Church as members celebrate the beginning of Advent and decorate the grounds for the Christmas season. They will be decorating our trees, hanging garland and wreaths, and illuminating the grounds. 11 a.m. Sunday HOLIDAY IN FLOSSMOOR – Celebrate the start of the holiday[Read More…]
Specialty book on auction raises $225 for Homewood library
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