South Suburbs for Greenspace (SSG, formerly South Suburbs for Greenspace over Concrete) will hold a rally at 6:30 p.m. Thursday advocating for the creation of a local environmental justice commission. The “Don’t Zone Us Out” rally will take place at Homewood village hall, 2020 Chestnut Road. The rally will occur[Read More…]
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Homewood revisits zoning codes, seeks residents’ input
The village of Homewood is reviewing and revising its zoning code and is inviting public participation in the process. The current code was enacted in 2002. The process, which began in June, is expected to take about 18 months to complete. The revision will be managed by consulting firm Houseal Lavigne &[Read More…]
7/21/2021 | What You Need to Know Today
A FEEL GOOD TIME – In the next installment of the Starry Nights Concert Series, head to Irwin Park tomorrow for FeelGood Party Band. The group’s website promises “party jamz from ’60s to current.” 7:30 p.m. Thursday MEDS AND SHREDS – Bring unwanted sensitive documents and prescription drugs to a[Read More…]
South Suburban Humane Society making progress on new facility in Matteson
The South Suburban Humane Society is closer to getting a new leash on life as construction began this spring on a new facility in Matteson. “This is my dream come true so I’ve been there more than I need to be, I’m sure. I just want to see each new[Read More…]
Homewood Science Center marks 5 years with outdoor beer party
It’s time for an outdoor celebration, and the Homewood Science Center has the perfect idea – a fifth anniversary party with a focus on the science of brewing. The party-fundraiser, “Celebrating the Science of Brewing,” is set for 7 to 10 p.m. on Thursday, July 29, at Rabid Brewing, 17759[Read More…]
7/20/2021 | What You Need to Know Today
BE A PARK EXPLORER – H-F Park District challenges you to visit as many of its 30 parks as you can by Sept. 6, and rate them by completing the online Park Explorers rating guide. Get points for answering questions; the top five explorers get a HFPD Parks Explorers shirt. [Read More…]
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Retiring from Homewood Farmers Market, Kate Duff reflects on its rebuild
Homewood modernizes, reorganizes village code
Soon there will be no requirement to fasten your unattended horse in Homewood. Nor will there be any references to cattle passes in the village code. Provisions pertaining to both regulations were dropped when Homewood adopted an updated municipal code at the July 13 village board meeting. Village Manager Jim[Read More…]
The state of golf: A look at how courses are doing in the golfing Mecca of the South Suburbs
Golf has been an important part of the Homewood-Flossmoor community for more than 120 years. Flossmoor owes its existence to the sport. But golf has had its ups and downs over the years. In 2019, the owners of Calumet Country Club entered into a contract to sell the historic golf[Read More…]
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