U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly, who represents Homewood and Flossmoor in the 2nd Congressional District, and is chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, released this statement concerning the Republican-proposed bill to repeal the Affordable Care Act (ACA): “After seven years of claiming to have a credible alternative, Republicans (in the[Read More…]
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Children’s author Tracy Watland shares messages of kindness
Homewood author Tracy Watland has written a delightful children’s book designed to share what she calls “the power of positivity.” Watland shared her story in February at the Family Reading Night for District 153’s Willow School students and parents. The book is available at Loulou Belle’s in Homewood or through[Read More…]
Artists welcome to apply for juried art fair
Artists have until April 10 to apply for the juried art contest, part of the 2017 Fine Arts Fair hosted by the Homewood Area Chamber of Commerce. The works will be on display at the fair on June 3 and 4 in downtown Flossmoor. All works must be original[Read More…]
IPO ‘Swingin’ Spring’ jazz concert March 15
The Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra (IPO) is hosting a “Swingin’ Spring” program on Wednesday, March 15, at Ravisloe Country Club in Homewood. The 7 p.m. program will be a live jazz event led by IPO principal trumpet Matthew Lee with the IPO Brass Ensemble. This performance is part of[Read More…]
Interfaith discussion set for March 19 at St. Andrew Church
“You Believe in ANGELS? – Christian, Muslim and Jewish Perspectives” is the topic for a Sunday, March 19, program at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 18850 Riegel Road in Homewood.Guest presenters will be Pastor Caleb Hong of Faith United Methodist Church of Orland Park; Sheikh Amir Toft, imam and Islamic[Read More…]
Armed man robs Homewood TCF bank branch
Law enforcement agencies are looking for a man who robbed the TCF Bank in Homewood on Tuesday afternoon. According to BanditTrackerChicago.com, the man entered the bank, at 17830 Halsted St., and displayed a weapon. The robbery took place at 2:27 p.m.
H-F Park District candidates focus on programs, facilities
The focus at the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District candidate forum Monday night was on programs and facilities. Each of the candidates present at the forum emphasized what they could bring to the commissioner’s position. None of the candidates found fault with how the district is operating. In the April[Read More…]
Dental office expansion includes former Governors Highway bank site
The Center for Dental Excellence is planning a major expansion of its offices in Flossmoor’s “triangle” area, near the junction of Kedzie Avenue and Governors Highway.At the March 6 meeting, Flossmoor village board members unanimously voted in favor of a package allowing the consolidation and redevelopment of parcels at 19615[Read More…]
Thousands attended Homewood’s 2016 events, commission reports
If you live in Homewood, or are a visitor, you know one thing for sure: There is never a dull moment in Home Sweet Homewood, thanks to the village’s Community Relations Commission. In its annual report, presented at the Feb. 28 village board meeting, the commission reported that it had[Read More…]
Munchkins get ready for local election ― so should we
Local elections are about a month away. Once again we will be asked to choose elected officials who will make decisions in our villages, schools and park district. We care deeply about the future, and making sure we prepare our children for whatever challenges lie ahead. And, presumably, one of the[Read More…]
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