50 calls: Traffic Stop (28), Traffic Hazard (2), Medical Alert Alarm (1), Traffic Accident with Damage (2), Stray Animal (1), Lockout (2), Suspicous Auto (1), Assist Fire Department (2), Burglar Alarm (4), Vehicle Burglary (1), Suspicious Subject (1), Neighbor Problem (1), Customer/Management Dispute (2), Hangup (1), Disabled Vehicle (1) Traffic[Read More…]
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Zombies everywhere
Zombies were everywhere in Apollo Park Saturday, Nov. 1, behind trees, around corners, standing right out in the open, even, waiting to pounce on runners participating the the second annual Zombie Fun Run, a benefit for the H-F Orchestra’s spring trip to Spain.
Taxpayer support carries District 153 through economic hard times
Administrators in District 153 say the $7.5 million bond issue passed in 2011 has made all the difference to the district’s bottom line. Without that tax referendum money, the district would not be able to meet the community’s high expectations for its schools. That revenue on hand helps the district[Read More…]
H-F’s balanced budgets lead to top financial rating
It’s not easy meeting expenses when revenue is limited, but Homewood-Flossmoor High School District 233, serving 2,800 students, has managed to present balanced budgets the past 12 years. Ken Parchem, H-F business manager, is proud of that accomplishment and the positive impact it has had on the district’s reputation within[Read More…]
Homewood to get the jump on 2015 with noon celebration Wednesday
Cathryne Czarnecki (third fromleft) accepts congratulationsas she receives the Award forExcellence. Joining her are(from left) Scott McAlister,principal of James Hart JuniorHigh; Board of EducationPresident Shelly Marks;and Superintendent DaleMitchell. (Photo by MarilynThomas/The Chronicle) The District 153 School Board on Monday honored Cathryne Czarnecki with its Award for Excellence for her outstanding[Read More…]
Martin Avenue project contract awarded just before TIF expires
Would you like to know more about Homewood-Flossmoor High School? Whether you are a parent of an H-F student, a prospective student or a community member interested in what the high school has to offer, the H-F administration is ready to provide the information you need. Join H-F them at[Read More…]
Business: Back in the Game sets up shop in Homewood
Back In The Game Video Games and Electronics, held a grand opening celebration for its new Homewood store Saturday, Nov. 1. The event included a balloon-release ceremony presided over by Homewood Mayor Richard Hofeld, a mini-iPad raffle and free giveaways. “We’re excited to bring the Back in The Game experience[Read More…]
Student imagination stirred the past 25 years by Hart drama teacher
It seems every one of us can recall a teacher who made a difference in our life. James Hart Junior High drama teacher Greg Weiss had his “most awesome” teacher in middle school. And now, as Weiss completes a 25-year career, he is likely to have dozens of students who[Read More…]
Aurelio’s to host fundraiser for Boy Scout Troop 342 Monday
Homewood will host one of four public hearings scheduled Wednesday, Nov. 5, on Metra’s proposed 2015 budget. Four more hearings are scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 6. The hearing will be in the board room at Village Hall, 2020 Chestnut Road, from 4 to 7 p.m. The budget calls for “average[Read More…]
Pets of the week: Apollo and Mohawk
Many disasters catch us by surprise. Not the zombie apocalypse. We know when it will happen and where, and we have a little time to prepare. Mark your calendars for 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1, at Apollo Park in Homewood. Homewood-Flossmoor HighSchool Band members donmakeup in preparation for lastyear’s first Zombie Fun[Read More…]