Scott Wakeley was selected to serve as the District 233 superintendent-elect for the 2021-22 school year and will move into the superintendent’s position when Superintendent Von Mansfield retires in June 2022, subject to finalization of a contract at that time. Wakeley comes to Homewood-Flossmoor High School with 17 years experience as[Read More…]
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3/17/2021 | What You Need to Know Today
SOCIAL SECURITY 101 – Learn about your benefits with this overview of Social Security including eligibility, resources, spousal benefits and scams. Register with Homewood Library. 4 p.m. Thursday on Zoom FLASHLIGHT EGG HUNT – With this twist on a traditional hunt, enjoy making a craft and then search for treat-filled[Read More…]
6 candidates address H-F issues in election forum
Six residents wanting to serve on the District 233 school board got to share their ideas about what they will do over the next four years to improve Homewood-Flossmoor High School. The school board election is part of the Cook County Consolidated Elections scheduled for Tuesday, April 6. For more[Read More…]
Jonathan Kane Salon and Spa honored for adapting during pandemic
This past year has been a rough one, but one local business has received recognition for the way it handled the challenges of the pandemic year. Jonathan Kane Salon & Spa in Homewood was recently recognized by a major trade magazine for its efforts in adjusting operations and supporting staff[Read More…]
3/16/2021 | What You Need to Know Today
FACE OF FLOSSMOOR – The village seeks “happy” Flossmoor residents and families to act as models for materials in a marketing campaign. Email [email protected]. GET INVOLVED – Residents with interest and relevant experience can consider joining one of Homewood’s commissions or committees. They include Appearance, Beautification, Civil Service, Community Relations, Economic[Read More…]
COVID-19 numbers: March 15
This graph shows the state’s progress in receiving and administering COVID-19 vaccines. The scale on the right is the measure of vaccine doses received. The scale on the left is the measure of doses administered and the seven-day rolling average of administered doses. Region 10 (includes H-F) Positve test rate: 3.4%[Read More…]
District 233 board to name next H-F superintendent Tuesday
When the District 233 school board members meet at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 16, they will be announcing the appointment of a superintendent-elect for the 2021-22 school year. That person will succeed Superintendent Von Mansfield when he retires in June 2022. The school board has been working since December with[Read More…]
Pipeline construction will lead to improved Izaak Walton ecosystem, preserve’s president says
Cook County announces $72.8 million rental and utility assistance for residents and landlords
Cook County officials announced on Thursday the launch of a $72.8 million rental and utility assistance program to help suburban Cook County residents experiencing financial and housing insecurity due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The program is funded by the Bipartisan-Bicameral Omnibus COVID Relief legislation passed in late 2020. It pays[Read More…]
COVID-19 numbers: March 14
This graph shows the state’s progress in receiving and administering COVID-19 vaccines. The scale on the right is the measure of vaccine doses received. The scale on the left is the measure of doses administered and the seven-day rolling average of administered doses. Region 10 (includes H-F) Positve test rate: 3.2%[Read More…]
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