The District 233 school board decided a proposed change to the Homewood-Flossmoor High School dress code went a bit too far. At its June 21 meeting, board members agreed students should have full coverage to the pant/skirt line – no exposed midriff will be allowed. The change was one of[Read More…]
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Ice arena expenses spiking due to rising labor costs, delays for materials
Costs for work on the H-F Ice Arena are going up as consultants find the project is being affected by delays in getting needed materials and rising labor costs. Construction management services consultants John Emser and Chris Powell of W.B. Olson Inc. shared the bad news with the Homewood-Flossmoor Park[Read More…]
7.7.22 | What You Need to Know Today
TRAILHOUNDS ON THE MOVE – Join Trailhounds Dog Walk at 7 p.m. at Woodborough Park in Homewood. Friendly canines of all kinds and their owners 12 and older are welcome for this free on-leash walk. Socialize and be active while receiving tips about exercising with your pet. Bring water! JULY[Read More…]
Homewood residents turn out for return of 4th of July festivities
It was just like old times in Homewood on Monday, July 4, with crowds, many dressed in red, white and blue, gathering to watch the traditional parade for the first time since 2019. Hundreds of people lined Dixie Highway from St. Joseph Catholic Church to Ridge Road and from Ridge[Read More…]
7.6.22 | What You Need to Know Today
WELCOME TO SEARS HOME – Learn about Sears homes in the Chicagoland area with a program at 1 p.m. Saturday. Registration is required for this Homewood Library program intended for adults. NATIONAL EMBLEM CONCERT – Celebrate a wide range of American music with a concert from the HF Community Band[Read More…]
Amtrak improvements to Homewood train station officially opened June 25
The west side of the Homewood train station is now accessible for all, thanks to a $15 million renovation project by Amtrak. Area elected officials, Amtrak officials and CN and Metra railway officials gathered on Saturday, June 25, to celebrate the completion and opening of the renovated facilities. The project[Read More…]
Welcoming ceremony is Thursday for Wall That Heals
Organizers are planning a 1 p.m. welcoming ceremony on Thursday, July 7, for guests at The Wall That Heals, a replica of the Vietnam Memorial in Washington, D.C. The replica display, presented by Bloom Township, will be on display at Marian Catholic High School, 700 Ashland Ave. in Chicago[Read More…]
Flossmoor celebrates independence in the sunshine
Although rain moved in during the afternoon, Flossmoor residents enjoyed a warm sunny morning in which to celebrate the nation’s birthday. Scenes from the annual parade by Andrew Burke-Stevenson (ABS) and Ryan Burke-Stevenson (RBS) for the H-F Chronicle. ABS gallery RBS gallery
Unique performances, health providers coming together at Healthy Homewood Fest July 16
Healthy Homewood Fest, an outdoor festival planned for Saturday, July 16, in Homewood, will bring together wellness providers for physical and mental well being. Healthy Homewood Fest will take place from noon to 8 p.m. on Martin Avenue in downtown Homewood with a main stage and smaller tents for exhibitors. The[Read More…]
GSU partners with SIU on combined BA/JD degree program
Students at Governors State University will be eligible for law school admission at Southern Illinois University through a new 3 + 3 partnership between the two institutions. The agreement, approved in June, also creates a way to diversify the student body at the SIU law school that over time will[Read More…]
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