Homewood Farmers Market. The market will be open from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Martin Square between Chestnut and Ridge roads in downtown Homewood. Barb & Dan’s Road Ride. A 25-mile fitness bike ride. Everyone stays together. Leaves GoodSpeed Cycles, 2125 W. 183rd St., every Saturday (weather permitting) at 8[Read More…]
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Viaduct closure pushed back to June 11
Homewood announced Friday, June 5, that the closure of Dixie Highway viaduct, originally scheduled for June 8, has been pushed back to Thursday, June 11, as the contractor’s crews continue to work on utility location in the area. On June 2 village officials released a detour map that shows two[Read More…]
Flossmoor proclaims June 3 Global Running Day, honors local running champions
The Flossmoor Village Board recognized local runners, volunteers and student-athletes as it proclaimed June 3 as Global Running Day in the village. During the June 1 board meeting, Mayor Michelle Nelson said running has long been an important part of her life and helps bring people together through shared experiences[Read More…]
Flossmoor board approves comprehensive noise ordinance
The Flossmoor Village Board unanimously approved a new noise ordinance June 1 aimed at giving police clearer authority to address excessive noise complaints throughout the village. The ordinance amends the village code and establishes standards for what constitutes unreasonable noise, including loud music, shouting, vehicle noise, animal disturbances and construction[Read More…]
06.05.2026 | What You Need To Know This Weekend
Notices Flossmoor Public Library Closure. The library will be closed from noon to 5 p.m. on Friday, June 5, for staff in-service. Dixie Highway Viaduct Project. The project to repair the viaduct drainage system and resurface Dixie Highway north of the viaduct will officially begin Monday, June 1. The 90-day closure of[Read More…]
State grant helps reduce expenses for H-F ice arena updates
The $6.8 million bill for rebuilding the icemaking system at the H-F Ice Arena got a little lighter thanks to the efforts of Rep. Will Davis, D-Homewood, who procured a $500,000 capital funds grant for the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District. “In the spirit of the park district and as a token[Read More…]
Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra presents summer series concerts
Five ensembles will give summer programs at Olympia Fields Country Club for the Cocktails and Concerts Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra Summer 2026 concert series in June, July and August. Each show begins with pre-concert beverage and appetizers starting at 6 p.m. followed by the performances at 6:30 p.m. The series opens[Read More…]
Flossmoor board advances effort to create TIF district to support OBE Studios development
The Flossmoor Village Board voted unanimously June 1 to approve an inducement resolution as the first step toward creating a new Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district that could help support the proposed OBE Studios film production campus near Vollmer Road and 198th Street. The resolution does not establish a TIF[Read More…]
Spring roundup: H-F boys track finishes fourth at state
Homewood-Flossmoor boys track had high hopes for the season. The Vikings opened the season ranked No. 1 in the state and held that ranking for much of the spring. H-F was SouthWest Suburban Conference and sectional champions, dominating both meets. At state, the Vikings finished fourth, as a team, with[Read More…]
06.04.2026 | What You Need To Know Today
Homewood Appearance Commission will meet at 6 p.m. in village hall, 2020 Chestnut Road. The agenda is available here. The livestream will be available here, meeting ID 844 1118 8079, passcode 170845. Highlight: Dixie Highway Viaduct Project. The project to repair the viaduct drainage system and resurface Dixie Highway north of the viaduct will[Read More…]
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