John Beele’s signed commemorative World War II flag is destined for a museum, but he’s not ready to turn it over just yet. The flag has been signed by dozens of Iwo Jima veterans and by the Associated Press photographer who took the icon photo of the second flag raising[Read More…]
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Bistro on Sterling carries on where Fresh Starts left off
Fans of the longtime restaurant Fresh Starts in Flossmoor can experience a fresh new look and new menu items as the longtime eatery reopened May 19 under new ownership as the Bistro on Sterling. You’ve reached subscriber-only content Register for free to continue reading Free 3-day trial Already a subscriber? Log[Read More…]
Legislature working on reimbursements for South Suburban Family Shelter
Homewood-based South Suburban Family Shelter (SSFS), an agency assisting domestic violence victims, may soon get reimbursements owed by the State of Illinois. The Illinois House of Representatives approved legislation that would pay SSFS for services it has provided to clients over the past year. Co-sponsors of the legislation are Reps. Will[Read More…]
Three changes to property tax exemptions approved by the Illinois legislature
A bill that would increase Homeowner Exemption and Senior Citizen and Senior Freeze Exemption tax relief measures is nearing the finish line to get Gov. Bruce Rauner’s signature. The measure, SB473, started in the Illinois Senate with co-sponsor Sen. Toi Hutchinson (D-Olympia Fields). It passed 54-0 on May 4 and[Read More…]
Homewood insurance agent celebrates three decades in business
A celebration is underway in Homewood as longtime business owner Angelo Tzinares marks his 30th anniversary as a State Farm agent in the village. Through the years his business has been in three locations in Homewood, all on Dixie Highway. You’ve reached subscriber-only content Register for free to continue reading Free[Read More…]
Homewood board approves permit for daycare center
The Homewood village board this week approved a special use permit for a daycare center and preschool at 3019 W. 183rd Street. Nurturing Minds Preschool Academy owner Tina Buntin plans to care for between 34 and 42 children between six weeks and 12 years old at the 3,300 square foot facility.[Read More…]
Man charged with armed robbery following heist at CVS store
A Hazel Crest man was charged with armed robbery after sticking up Flossmoor’s CVS store on May 18, police said Friday. Keith Crumpler, 51, of the 17000 block of Shae Drive, is also facing charges from a string of robberies in Chicago and other south suburban communities, said Tod Kamleiter, Flossmoor’s[Read More…]
Public hearing for Homewood bond issue on June 27
Homewood village government will consider selling up to $1.9 million in bonds to finance capital projects. A public hearing will be held June 27 at 7:30 p.m. Finance Director Dennis Bubenik said the state allows non-home rule municipalities like Homewood to issue general obligation bonds no larger than 0.5 percent of equalized[Read More…]
Passion for big machines trumps bad weather
The weather apparently didn’t get the memo that Homewood had a big day of events planned for Saturday, May 20. Chilly temperatures and intermittent spurts of rain greeted people who came from Homewood and surrounding communities to enjoy a day of big machines ― Homewood Rail Fest, a PopUp Science session[Read More…]
Annual Memorial Day parade, ceremony to remember the dead, honor the living
The annual Memorial Day parade and ceremony in Homewood will provide an opportunity Monday, May 29, to honor local veterans who have died, and celebrate the service of today’s veterans and the patriotism of the community. The parade will begin at 10:30 a.m. in front of St. Joseph Catholic Church, 17951[Read More…]
