Chess Club for Kids. Homewood Public Library, 17917 Dixie Highway, will host the club from 4 to 5 p.m. It is an opportunity for kids aged 7 and up to practice chess skills or learn the basics of the game. Hunger Games. For Teen Movie Club, the Homewood Public Library, 17917 Dixie Highway,[Read More…]
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Health & Wellness 2025 | There’s no place like home for Flossmoor doctor
Sometimes a visit to the doctor literally can change your life. “I had a patient come in who was in a wheelchair, who couldn’t walk,” said orthopedic physician Dr. William Payne. “But now the patient is able to dance. That’s why I’m doing this. Things like that inspire you to[Read More…]
Flossmoor Volunteers participate in the Southland Clean Up
The recent rainy weather didn’t stop the volunteers from picking up litter on the property at 3800 Vollmer Road in Flossmoor for the annual Southland Community Spring Clean Up. On Saturday, April 5, volunteers met at 9 a.m. in the Meijer parking lot with Community Engagement Manager Stephanie Wright who[Read More…]
04.09.2025 | What You Need To Know Today
Little Red Donut Truck. The truck will have fresh apple cider donuts and cider at James Hart School, 18220 Morgan St., from 3 to 6 p.m. A portion of proceeds will be donated to the school. Gurdon Saltonstall Hubbard, Swiftwalker. Homewood Historical Society will hold its meeting at 6 p.m. in the[Read More…]
Wind Creek Chicago Southland to open hotel on April 11
Wind Creek Chicago Southland Casino & Resort announced Tuesday, April 8, that its full resort experience — including its luxury hotel and spa — will officially open to the public on Friday, April 11. Early access bookings for both the hotel, with more than 255 rooms and more than 43[Read More…]
James Hart NJHS inducts 38 new members
The National Junior Honor Society at James Hart School held an induction ceremony Monday, April 7, for 38 new members. The National Junior Honor Society recognizes and fosters academic achievement while developing other characteristics essential to citizens in a democracy. These students were chosen for their service to others, leadership,[Read More…]
Health & Wellness 2025 | When minutes count: Franciscan Hospital’s Acute Stroke Ready designation is a lifesaver for stroke victims
Jennifer Biank is a woman on a mission when it comes to strokes. “A stroke is not the same as a heart attack. Your brain is experiencing trauma,” said Biank, who is coordinator of Clinical Outcomes and Stroke at Franciscan Hospital, Olympia Fields. “I need you to have the same[Read More…]
District 153 makes staff cuts due to budget constraints
Despite its best efforts to reduce costs, the District 153 school board agreed, at its Monday, April 7, meeting, to cut positions through a reduction in force (RIF) process. One full-time and one part-time music teacher and 17 paraprofessionals working in classrooms at Willow, Churchill and James Hart Schools will[Read More…]
04.08.2025 | What You Need To Know Today
Homewood-Flossmoor School District Board of Education Finance Committee will meet at 7:45 a.m. Tuesday, April 8, in the Viking Room, South Building, 999 Kedzie Ave. The agenda was not available online by Sunday, but will appear here when it is. Thornton Township Annual Meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 8, followed[Read More…]
Health & Wellness 2025: PSC uses classes, clinics, simulation to prepare future nurses
Prairie State College sets a high bar for its nursing students, but the last class proved it could meet the challenge. All 32 of the Class of 2024 got a 100% pass rate on the national nursing exam after completing their associate’s degree in nursing. Marie Hansel, acting director of[Read More…]
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