Flossmoor’s voter-supported $10-million bond sale and the refinancing of more than $2 million worth of 2013 bonds is close to being a done deal. Finance Director Scott Bordui delivered what he called “fantastic news” during a regular meeting of the Village Board held Monday, March 15, regarding Flossmoor’s two-purpose issue[Read More…]
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Flossmoor woman waiting for second chance to teach in China
Dominique Barksdale of Flossmoor loves teaching, but the COVID-19 virus stopped her second trip to China this summer. In summer 2019, she was selected as one of eight American teachers for the WOW Kids Creativity and Technology Camp based in Shanghai. Barksdale focused on forensics.
Coping with COVID: Illinois case numbers still good, national cases skyrocket
State law mandating hiring Illinoians for public works projects goes into effect. Cook County Circuit Court reopens, with restrictions. Local case numbers continue slow climb.
Water rate hike on agenda at Flossmoor board’s first open meeting since March
Flossmoor village board members will consider an increase in the water and sewer rate at Monday, July 6, meeting, the first session to be held in-person since Gov. J.B. Pritzker issued a stay-at-home order in March after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. The meeting will take place at 7:30 p.m.[Read More…]
Independence Day: Celebrating powerful voices for freedom and equality (free)
Happy Fourth of July! This weekend we are continuing the longstanding tradition of marking the founding of our nation, but with a different approach this year because of the coronavirus pandemic. To help mark this time of celebration, the Homewood-Flossmoor Chronicle and 23 Miles South Theatre are presenting the words[Read More…]
District 161 to host virtual Diversity Dinner on July 8
Flossmoor School District 161 will be hosting a virtual Diversity Dinner at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 8. Anyone who wishes to attend should send an email to [email protected] by 1 p.m. on Monday, July 6. The focus of the discussion will be “Talking to Children About Racial Bias” by Drs. Ashaunta[Read More…]
SSHS opens up, will try to ‘Empty the Shelters’
The South Surburban Humane Society is officially open again and raising funds for new projects. The Homewood Adoption Center and the main shelter in Chicago Heights are open for adoptions without appointment from noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. Second Chance Resale Shop at 23 Steger Road in Steger,[Read More…]
Volunteers nurture HSC’s pollinator garden
Helping the pollinator garden at the Homewood Science Center thrive are, from left, Liam Hughes, Liam Nelson and Aaron McIntyre. (Marilyn Thomas/H-F Chronicle)
Gloria Jean’s Coffees partners with Homewood Science Center on learning projects
Summer volunteers Lauren Matthews, left, a senior at Homewood-Flossmoor High School, and her sister, Kaylin, a sophomore at H-F, gave their time to pack PopUpSCIENCE@Home kits. (Marilyn Thomas/H-F Chronicle)
Coyote Run golf visits exceed expectations
Since reopening, Coyote Run Golf Course has bounced back and seen a large increase in scheduled tee times compared to last year. Golf is one of the only sports that allows players to follow coronavirus safety precautions, including being socially distant, and the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District was happy to reopen[Read More…]
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