After a social media threat of violence this past weekend and a meeting on possible student involvement in gang activity the previous weekend, the District 233 school board is holding a special meeting Tuesday, Oct. 30, to discuss security at Homewood-Flossmoor High School. Because of the need to keep security[Read More…]
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STEAM lab made possible by donor is up, running at Serena Hills
Students are learning in a brand new space at Serena Hills Elementary School with the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) Lab opened for instruction since the beginning of this school year. Made possible by a donation of more than $275,000 from Serena Hills alum Allan DiCastro, the lab[Read More…]
Pumpkin Smash 2018 is Saturday
Dave Ward shows how it’s done during the 2017 Pumpkin Smash. (Chronicle file photo) Here’s a fun way to end the Halloween season – Pumpkin Smash 2018! The Homewood-Flossmoor Area Green Committee invites you to Coyote Run Golf Course, 800 Kedzie Ave. in Flossmoor, so you can use the[Read More…]
Prize continues to grow in area’s first Queen of Hearts raffle
You may find your “pot of gold” in the first H-F community Queen of Hearts game. The prize is up to $10,100 and growing. Queen of Hearts raffles have taken off in other communities, and this first one here is picking up interest, said Terry Keigher, a member of the[Read More…]
Trick-or-Treat and Halloween party set for Wednesday
No matter the weather, you can expect kids of all ages to be out for Halloween trick-or-treating in Homewood and Flossmoor on Wednesday, Oct. 31. Trick-or-treat hours are 3 to 7 p.m. in both villages. The Homewood-Flossmoor Park District is hosting its Halloween Happenings party from 6 to 8 p.m.[Read More…]
3rd annual Walk Walton fundraiser makes science fun in Homewood
The third annual Walk Walton PopUp Science Fundraiser Oct. 21 at the Homewood Izaak Walton Preserve featured about 20 junior high students from Homewood and Flossmoor schools sharing what they learned during the internship’s first run.
Teen charged with making threat against H-F High, second threat turned over to FBI
Felony charges have been filed against a 16-year-old Homewood-Flossmoor High School student in connection to threats made against the high school, and H-F officials report that school will be open Monday. [Updated.] Flossmoor police issued a statement Sunday afternoon saying the juvenile was charged Saturday, Oct. 27, by the Flossmoor[Read More…]
‘Mr. and MissCast’ cabaret Nov. 4 benefits Lighthouse LGBTQ+
“Mr. and MissCast,” a night of cabaret entertainment with a twist, is set for Sunday, Nov. 4, at the Flossmoor Community Church Community House, 847 Hutchinson. While guests will recognize the musical selections from Broadway shows, including “Funny Girl,” “Rent,” “Avenue Q,” “Waitress” and others, the works will take on[Read More…]
Homewood considers authorizing Queen of Hearts raffle for Glenwood Academy
A raffle that could potentially result in a seven-figure prize may be coming to Homewood. The Homewood village board is considering the village’s first Queen of Hearts raffle after a license request was made by Glenwood Academy. The raffle would be held at 5th Quarter and Pressroom Eatery at 18105[Read More…]
Suspect in custody after threats made against H-F High School
Flossmoor police have apprehended an individual who allegedly posted messages on multiple social media platforms on Saturday threatening violence at Homewood-Flossmoor High School on Monday. “The suspect is currently in custody and charges are pending in connection with the threat,” police said in an email announcement. “This is an ongoing[Read More…]
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