Police in Homewood began using a new body and in-car camera system in March. Chief Bill Alcott and Deputy Chief Denise McGrath made a presentation on the new equipment to the village board at its April 23 meeting. “The biggest thing is that it will provide and improve[Read More…]
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Community criticizes H-F students in blackface
Homewood and Flossmoor residents were shocked Sunday to find a video posted on the Facebook social media site of Homewood-Flossmoor High School students in blackface making disparaging remarks. Although the incident did not happen on school grounds and is believed to not be connected to any high school events,[Read More…]
Local organizations offer events to celebrate Screen Free Week and Children’s Book Week
Two complementary observances this week will encourage families to disengage from digital devices and focus on reading and other sometimes-neglected activities. Local education organizations, libraries and Homewood’s book store have planned a number of activities to help celebrate Screen Free Week and Children’s Book Week this week, April 29 through[Read More…]
H-F choir director Rugen made beautiful music for 30 years
After 30 years, Michael Rugen, Homewood-Flossmoor High School teacher and Viking Choir director, will step away from the podium. He will direct the Viking Choir for the last time at H-F’s graduation ceremonies June 3.
Spell Check! adult spelling bee to benefit 2020 H-F spring break band tour
Dust off those dictionaries. “Spell Check!” is back. The adult spelling bee will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, May 3, at the Flossmoor Community House, 847 Hutchison Road in Flossmoor. The event, sponsored previously by the Friends of the Homewood Public Library, is being organized by the[Read More…]
District 233 board says farewell to Farrell, Scariano and welcomes Jackson, Legardy
The Homewood-Flossmoor High School community marked the close of a chapter in District 233 governance Tuesday night as long-time board members John Farrell and Jody Scariano attended their last meeting as board members.
New president brings new energy to local chamber
The Homewood Area Chamber of Commerce (HACC) is gearing up for an exciting summer of events, according to President Rodney Young. Elected president in January, Young is bursting with energy and is filled with plans to increase the impact of the HACC in Homewood, Flossmoor and Glenwood.
Flossmoor police: No new leads in Parker school threat
Unless Flossmoor police uncover new information, the case of a reported threat made against Parker Junior High School via Instagram is at a standstill. According to Flossmoor Deputy Chief Tod Kamleiter, police have no leads to pursue in the incident in which several students reported seeing a threat of armed[Read More…]
Pregnancy care center opens in Flossmoor to provide pro-life options
A pro-life faith-based women’s pregnancy care center has opened just down the road from Planned Parenthood’s Flossmoor location. Aid for Women, a nonprofit agency based in Deerfield, Ill., opened a new location at 3347 Vollmer Road in January.
Park patrons to pitch in May 4 for annual Park Pride cleanup
Homewood-Flossmoor area residents who enjoy H-F parks all spring, summer and fall also help get them ready to go for the season during the annual Park Pride cleanup event.
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