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A look back: August 2019

Before the coronavirus quarantine, Aria Sline and Katie Nottke spent tons of time together, just like most teenage best friends.  They saw each other during their days at Homewood-Flossmoor High School, especially enjoying lunchtime conversations that often took deep dives into important topics. H-F High School seniors Katie Nottke, left,[Read More…]

A look back: July 2019

The District 233 proposed 2020-21 budget of $58.15 million will be balanced, according to Lawrence Cook, the district’s business manager. At the same time, Cook stressed that “due to these unprecedented times, actual budgetary needs may result in additional savings or more spending” at Homewood-Flossmoor High School. The school board[Read More…]

Wondering if gerrymandering even matters

A decorated bench on display in downtown Homewood as part of the Benches for Change project was accidentally damaged over the weekend. Homewood spokeswoman Jennifer Quirke said the damage occurred sometime between 9 p.m. Friday and 6:30 a.m. Saturday.  Homewood village officials said the decorated bench near the corner of[Read More…]

A look back: June 2019

Homewood trustees are expected to vote on a nearly $1.8 million bond issue at the regular board meeting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 8. If approved, the money would be used to fund a range of capital expenses and improvements. The board held a public hearing on the plan at its[Read More…]

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