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Halloween event halted by renewed pandemic rules
Even an event designed around safety and cleanliness couldn’t withstand the risk associated with recently rising cases of COVID-19. Homewood-Flossmoor Park District announced via email on Wednesday night that it was canceling the Trick-or-Treat Trail, a Halloween event it was cohosting with the villages. The email, sent to participants who[Read More…]
Outdoor food and liquor service extended in Homewood
Restaurants in Homewood will be allowed to serve food and liquor outdoors through the spring after the village board approved an extension Tuesday. The original ordinance was passed in May and was set to expire on Nov. 1. The extension was the only change approved by the board. Some restaurants have been[Read More…]
Homewood expects 4.8 percent property tax hike
Homewood expects to raise real estate taxes by 4.8 percent, Finance Director Dennis Bubenik explained to the village board Tuesday, Oct. 27. The total 2020 property tax levy for village operations, pension obligations and debt service would increase 5.4 percent to $6,737,322. The village is one of several bodies, including[Read More…]
D161 begins assessing the assessment data, recognizes achievements, more
With fall assessments now in the rearview mirror, Flossmoor School District 161 officials are unpacking some of the data gained from them and trying to figure out what it means as a unique school year progresses. Officials discussed the results of the NWEA MAP and aimswebPlus assessments on Monday, Oct.[Read More…]
New businesses may bring Mexican dining, fitness and events to Homewood
The village board on Tuesday approved steps toward two new businesses opening in Homewood. Don Goyo Fine Mexican Cuisine had a liquor license request approved. Love Events was given a special use permit. Love Events plans to open at 18675 Dixie Highway, and will host yoga, hip-hop dance and step[Read More…]
District 161 expects 2.3% increase to 2020 tax levy
Flossmoor School District 161 may be looking at a roughly 2.3% increase over last year’s extension in its tax levy for the 2020 calendar year, but actual money through the door is expected to remain down from just two years prior. The district agreed to abate $1.93 million in property[Read More…]
Black history: The barbershop
Local officials, rescue dogs attend groundbreaking for new South Suburban Humane Society facility
County offers $600 to qualified residents hurt by COVID-19 pandemic
On Monday, Oct. 26, Cook County officials announced the launch of the $2.1 million Cook County COVID-19 Recovery Resident Cash Assistance Program to help suburban residents experiencing financial insecurity due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “Many families are having a hard time making ends meet due to job loss during the[Read More…]
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