For the first time in the months following the death of Madeline Miller, no residents spoke during public comment at the Monday, Oct. 17, Flossmoor Village Board meeting about the incident or policing in Flossmoor. But Trustee Rosalind Mustafa read a statement she prepared in anticipation of residents who have appeared before[Read More…]
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Flossmoor changes location for Oct. 29 community forum (free content)
The Flossmoor Community Forum to discuss how to improve community relations and strengthen the bonds between residents and police officers scheduled from 2 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 29, has been moved to Parker Junior High School, 2810 School St. Village officials said guests should enter through the building’s main entrance[Read More…]
10.21.22 | What You Need to Know This Weekend
PET ADOPTION DISCOUNTS – During the 12 hours of their Midnight Madness Sale, South Suburban Humane Society is offering specials and discounts. At times they will waive dog and cat adoption fees. Noon to midnight today at SSHS, 21800 Central Ave. in Matteson. Noon to midnight today. HUNGER AWARENESS WALK –[Read More…]
Clash of cardboard weapons, armor helps ring in Rabid Brewing’s fifth anniversary in Homewood
On Saturday, Oct. 15, Addie and Jon Kempe strolled out onto the beer field outside of Rabid Brewery ready to do battle. They were not unique in that fact on this particular weekend, as the Homewood business celebrated its fifth anniversary, or Rabidaversary, with its inaugural Box Battle Basho. But[Read More…]
Michelle Chen’s curiosity helps lead to new discoveries — including bopping an asteroid
Curiosity is something Michelle Chen has always thrived on. As an engineer at the Applied Physics Lab (APL) at Johns Hopkins University, Chen has worked on a host of interesting research projects. Most recently, she was on the team that developed the autonomous navigation techniques for NASA’s DART Mission that[Read More…]
10.20.22 | What You Need to Know Today
MUSIC FOR MINIS – Toddlers and preschoolers are free to develop introductory music skills through exploration and play at Music In Motion for Minis, 5:30 p.m. tonight at Melody Mart. Register on the Melody Mart website. SEE ANIMALS CLOSE UP – Wildlife experts from Big Run Wolf Ranch visit the[Read More…]
Ice Arena filled with concrete for rink floors
The robots did the heavy work, but a 25-member crew from Raffin Construction Co. followed behind to get the concrete slab at the H-F Ice Arena in perfect condition. The park district is using a new system recommended by American Arena. It layers a heating system covered by sand, then[Read More…]
Catalyst Consulting, SSG spar during discussion session Monday
Area residents will have a chance to get a clearer view of a new proposal to redevelop Calumet Country Club as Catalyst Consulting, the firm that created the plan, begins a series of open sessions intended to inform the community about the project. So far, the new plan does not appear to[Read More…]
Skyrocketing costs put H-F culinary, fashion design projects on hold
The District 233 school board has decided now is not the time to launch a major renovation project for its culinary and fashion design programs. Supply chain issues, labor shortages and federal dollars generating construction work in schools are impacting efforts to get the work at Homewood-Flossmoor High School off[Read More…]
Homewood mayor urges support for District 153 referendum
Outstanding schools, a winning park district, a great library and a well-run, welcoming village make the Homewood community the jewel of the South Suburbs. All are operating in a responsible manner, keeping in mind costs and the services they provide. The Homewood School District has made a decision to seek[Read More…]
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