Flossmoor School District 161 is discussing the possibility of adopting an opt-in saliva test program that could help mitigate the spread of COVID-19 within its walls. Superintendent Dana Smith presented the covidSHIELD saliva test Monday, June 14, during a regular meeting of the district’s board of education. The test, developed by the[Read More…]
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6/17/2021 | What You Need to Know Today
OUTDOOR GAMES – The Children’s Ministry at Flossmoor Community Church hosts HooRAY it’s Thursday at 6 to 7:15 p.m. All kids up to fifth grade are welcome on the lawn at FCC for games and relays. Kids younger than 5 need a caregiver present; others can be dropped off. PET[Read More…]
IJP Principal Charlotte Kelly receives Magis Award
‘Grab a book and grab a tomato;’ Little Free Library in Flossmoor adds a community garden
6/16/2021 | What You Need to Know Today
CAKE WITH A COP – Stop into Portillo’s from noon to 2 p.m. and you can enjoy a slice of complimentary cake from Homewood Police Department. During Cake With a Cop, officers and other staff members will be available to answer questions and chat. READ ABOUT PRIDE – During LGBTQ+[Read More…]
Dave Ward leaving Coyote Run’s greens and fairways for retirement
6/15/2021 | What You Need to Know Today
SUPPORT LOCAL ARTS – Today’s the final day of a silent auction benefitting the Center for Performing Arts at Governors State University. Items include entertainment and dining experiences, gift certificates and original artwork. Proceeds go to a fund supporting scholarships, student workers, international touring, social awareness programming, summer theater camp,[Read More…]
H-F varsity boys track & field ready for state meet Saturday
The Homewood-Flossmoor boys varsity track & field team will be competing for top honors in seven events during the IHSA state meet at Eastern Illinois University on Saturday.
Household supplies drive is June 19
PADS volunteers at St. Joseph Church in Homewood are sponsoring a household supplies drive from 9 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 19, to benefit families in need who are about to transition to their own apartments. This will be a contact-free drive. Donations in bags and boxes will be[Read More…]
Flossmoor reexamines herbicide use, organic alternatives or no-spray approach
Flossmoor is discussing how to proceed with turf grass maintenance on village-owned properties after some residents challenged officials to think differently about how crews use herbicides.
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