This past year has been a rough one, but one local business has received recognition for the way it handled the challenges of the pandemic year. Jonathan Kane Salon & Spa in Homewood was recently recognized by a major trade magazine for its efforts in adjusting operations and supporting staff[Read More…]
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3/16/2021 | What You Need to Know Today
FACE OF FLOSSMOOR – The village seeks “happy” Flossmoor residents and families to act as models for materials in a marketing campaign. Email [email protected]. GET INVOLVED – Residents with interest and relevant experience can consider joining one of Homewood’s commissions or committees. They include Appearance, Beautification, Civil Service, Community Relations, Economic[Read More…]
COVID-19 numbers: March 15
This graph shows the state’s progress in receiving and administering COVID-19 vaccines. The scale on the right is the measure of vaccine doses received. The scale on the left is the measure of doses administered and the seven-day rolling average of administered doses. Region 10 (includes H-F) Positve test rate: 3.4%[Read More…]
District 233 board to name next H-F superintendent Tuesday
When the District 233 school board members meet at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 16, they will be announcing the appointment of a superintendent-elect for the 2021-22 school year. That person will succeed Superintendent Von Mansfield when he retires in June 2022. The school board has been working since December with[Read More…]
Pipeline construction will lead to improved Izaak Walton ecosystem, preserve’s president says
Cook County announces $72.8 million rental and utility assistance for residents and landlords
Cook County officials announced on Thursday the launch of a $72.8 million rental and utility assistance program to help suburban Cook County residents experiencing financial and housing insecurity due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The program is funded by the Bipartisan-Bicameral Omnibus COVID Relief legislation passed in late 2020. It pays[Read More…]
COVID-19 numbers: March 14
This graph shows the state’s progress in receiving and administering COVID-19 vaccines. The scale on the right is the measure of vaccine doses received. The scale on the left is the measure of doses administered and the seven-day rolling average of administered doses. Region 10 (includes H-F) Positve test rate: 3.2%[Read More…]
D161 contracts for healthcare support hoping bonuses spark full-time hire
Flossmoor School District 161 is contracting with an outside agency to fill one vacant healthcare coordinator position and two other jobs with leaves on the horizon, but administrators are hoping some bonuses will help stoke interest in the full-time spot. The school board voted 6-0 on Monday, March 8, as[Read More…]
IJP’s Jaydn Thomas selected for archdiocese elementary student award
IJP eighth grader Jadyn Thomas recent received the Elementary Student African American Heritage Award. (Provided photo) Jaydn Thomas, an eighth grader at Infant Jesus of Prague School in Flossmoor, was presented with the Elementary Student African American Heritage Award. Jaydn was selected from nominees representing Catholic Schools in the Archdiocese[Read More…]
3/15/2021 | What You Need to Know Today
THE S-WORD. Yes, snow is in the forecast for Monday, about 1 to 2 inches. And rain. And sleet. And freezing rain. We trust this is the last brief spasm of winter and it will have the good taste to leave quickly and quietly soon after. DISTRICT 233 BOARD MEETING[Read More…]
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