Age: 65Education: M.S., University of ArkansasJob/role: U.S. EPA / Engineer (Project Manager)Family: Married with 4 children.Other elected positions: Completing first term on District 161 board.Issues: As a current board member, I am acutely aware that the district is facing big decisions ahead regarding budget, long range/strategic planning, facility needs and improving climate and culture. Flossmoor shall[Read More…]
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3.16.23 | What You Need to Know Today
H-F STEPPERS ON THE U.C. FLOOR – The H-F Steppers will stage a pre-game performance on Friday at the United Center before the Chicago Bulls take on the Minnesota Timberwolves. It is the second consecutive year the H-F High School team has performed at the United Center. NEEDED: PUPPY PARENTS[Read More…]
Obituary: Paul J. Milord
Paul J. Milord, 90, loving husband of the late Maureen Milord (née McCambridge); proud father of Catherine Milord (Art Schueneman), Carol Turner, Kevin (Lisa), Amy Harrell (Kevin), Philip (Donna), Donna Somerville (Luke), Paul (Betsey/late Patti), Jackie Raimo (Jeff); beloved grandpa to Noel, Kelly (Flower), Matt, Henry (Kala), Sophie, Emily, Christopher[Read More…]
Meet the Candidates: Theartris Childress III, D161 (free content)
Age: 46 Education: B.S. Biology, Xavier University of Louisiana; M.A. Curriculum and Instruction, Xavier University of Louisiana; Ed.D. Educational Leadership, National Louis University.Job/role: Executive director, Transformations Advisory Group.Family: Wife, Tanika Childress, and three children.Other elected positions: N/A Issues:School boards are faced with the difficult task of deciding how to allocate limited resources to provide a[Read More…]
‘Fortunate’ — Flossmoor takes stock of financial position, concerns in early FY24 budget look
Village Manager Bridget Wachtel’s message to the Flossmoor Village Board during its first public look at the fiscal year 2024 budget has been a common refrain for the municipality as of late: good news for the short-term, mixed with cautions about future sustainability. Wachtel on Monday, March 6, presented the[Read More…]
Obituary: Michael ‘Mike’ Hitchcock | Feb. 22, 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Michael “Mike” Hitchcock, who died at home surrounded by family on Feb. 22, 2023, at the age of 64. Mike was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Mike is survived by Christina Hitchcock (nee Henley), wife of 42 years;[Read More…]
3.15.23 | What You Need to Know Today
PARK DISTRICT JOB FAIR – Check out part-time job openings during the H-F Park District Job Fair from 9 to 11 a.m. March 25 at H-F Racquet & Fitness Club. Job fair applicants whoreceive an employment offer are automatically entered to win a $25 Wiley’s Gift Card. Positions include summer[Read More…]
Flossmoor gives OK to special use amendment for H-F High School’s science-focused addition
The Flossmoor Village Board gave the green light to a planned addition at Homewood-Flossmoor High School that could start construction as soon as May. The village board voted unanimously Monday, March 6, to approve an amendment to a special use permit that gives a go-ahead to District 233’s plan for[Read More…]
Flossmoor hires consultant to help drive retail, restaurant development over the next year
Flossmoor is bringing in some outside help for at least the next year in hopes of attracting more retail and restaurant development. The Flossmoor Village Board voted unanimously on Monday, March 6, to approve an agreement to pay Retail Coach $35,000 to analyze Flossmoor’s retail market, identify opportunities and more[Read More…]
Homewood offers coffee, donuts to ease transition as train station construction disrupts commuting routines
Some commuters were ready for the closure of the east entrance to the Homewood train station on Monday, March 13, but some were caught off guard and found the doors to the Harwood Avenue headhouse blocked. Those riders had to drive or walk to the west side of the station[Read More…]


