Homewood District 153 school board president Shelly Marks believes “students develop discipline when they practice an instrument, become team players when they are part of a band, orchestra or choir, and are able to explore something they are passionate about.”
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District 153’s long-time music program thrives with parents’ support
Homewood schools have a remarkable 65 years-plus history in the annals of music education earning recognition for its programs. Parent support has been a key to keeping the programs going for so long.
H-F area lawmakers say bipartisan effort ended state budget crisis
One veteran Illinois lawmaker called this week’s state budget approval “historic.” Another state representative said the atmosphere in the state capitol was like “a pressure cooker” on Thursday, when the Illinois House overturned Gov. Bruce Rauner’s veto of the budget and the income tax hike that makes it possible. [Read More…]
History: Homewood-Flossmoor’s 1st golf club established in 1899
Here in the midst of golf season, local historian Jim Wright reminds us of the origins of the area’s rich golfing resources.
The 4th of July the H-F way: Parades
Homewood and Flossmoor celebrate Independence Day with parades. Each village’s event has its own character. Homewood’s is big and varied. Flossmoor’s is charming and features local kids on their bikes. Both are cherished by the community. Chronicle photographers were there, capturing the sights of the annual celebrations. Scenes from Homewood[Read More…]
Golf, leadership take spotlight in program for girls
Nearly 100 girls attended “Girls on Golf” at Marian Catholic High School July 1 for a program designed to not only teach them the fundamentals of golf but also to be leaders.
Meijer offers delivery service
The Meijer Store in Flossmoor will begin offering store-to-door deliveries Thursday, July 13. People who join Shipt, an online groceries marketplace, can get $25 off their first Meijer delivery order. The home-delivery service launches as part of Meijer’s expansion across six states, making groceries and essentials available 24 hours a[Read More…]
Sorrow turns to joy when singing neighbor comes home
Viewpoint: The commentary below represents the ideas, observations and opinions of the author. Truth be told, I felt terrible about the vacant real estate just behind our house. Tom Houlihan For weeks, we had watched our prospective neighbors as they tidied up the structure just to the south, and carried[Read More…]
PSC adjunct professor receives statewide honor
Prairie State College (PSC) adjunct professor of music Alexandra Green was recognized as an Outstanding Part-Time Faculty Award winner.
Toxic weed alert! Wild parsnip sighted in H-F area
Wild parsnip (Pastinaca sativa) is a highly toxic weed that is spreading rapidly through Illinois and has now been spotted in Homewood. Local gardener Kate Duff offers advice about identifying and safely removing the plant.