Pop’s Snack Shop in Homewood is now open, andowners Richard and Rita Gavin hope theirclassic candy helps customersconnect with their inner kid.
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Retail center on Halsted in Homewood sold for $1.2M
A Toronto-based real estate firm has completed the$1.225 million sale of a 6,510-square-footmulti-tenant retail property in Homewood.
Governor signs ‘Illinois Works’ bill intended to support diverse workforce
As the state embarks on a $45 billion capital program approved this year, Gov. JB Pritzker signed legislation Tuesday that is intended to strengthen increase diversity in apprenticeships for construction and the building trades. The Illinois Works Jobs Program will help ensure that Illinois residents from all communities not only[Read More…]
Flossmoor Station Restaurant & Brewery to host breakfast to benefit South Suburban Humane Society
Flossmoor Station Restaurant and Brewery, 1035 Sterling Ave. in Flossmoor, is hosting a “Doggie Breakfast with Santa” fundraiser from 8 to 11 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 22, to benefit the South Suburban Humane Society (SSHS). The event will feature a breakfast buffet, drink specials, pictures with Santa and a raffle.[Read More…]
Celebrate the new year at Homewood’s Noon Year’s Eve party
Midnight might be past some bedtimes, so the village of Homewood will offer its annual family event to welcome the new year. The Noon Year’s Eve celebration will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31.
Gloria Jean’s coffee shop opens in Homewood
From left, store manager Renee Gebert and shift supervisor Sarah Wilcek are ready to greet customers on Thursday, Dec. 12, at the new Gloria Jean’s Coffee Shop, 18322 Governors Highway. Gebert said the shop held its soft opening on Saturday, Dec. 6. The grand opening date has not been set,[Read More…]
District 153 approves $14.97 million tax levy
The Homewood District 153 school board is asking the Cook County Clerk’s Office to collect an estimated $14.97 million in property taxes on 2019 tax bills.
H-F High announces 69 students named Illinois State Scholars
State scholars represent approximately the top10 percent of high school seniors fromIllinois’ 726 high schools.
Maple Tree Inn receives financial incentives, plans to open in January
Maple Tree Inn is getting ready for a January opening. Owners Katie and Erich Wennberg told Homewood village board members they are busy working with two consultants to get the restaurant ready for diners.
Deadline Sunday to help someone win a Chevy Sonic
Homewood Chevrolet is calling for entries inits annual Homewood Chevy Cares cargiveaway to award a 2019 Chevy Sonicto a deserving person or family.
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