Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller (D-6th) announced on Wednesday, May 20, the establishment of a recovery fund to assist families in need in the Southland. “Data shows that the COVID-19 pandemic has hit the South Suburbs hard, exacerbating economic and healthcare disparities that already existed, especially in the Southland communities.[Read More…]
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Outdoor dining allowance gives restaurants a glimmer of hope
If Illinois moves into phase 3 of its reopening plan, restaurants with patios such as La Voute would be able to serve customers outdoors beginning in late May. (Facebook photo)
Defeating COVID-19 depends on heroes like us, veteran EMT mentor says
You’re a hero when you wear a face mask, practice social distancing and follow other guidelines to keep us all safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. Doing the right thing during the health crisis makes us all heroes, said Dr. Bernard Heilicser, the emergency medical system director of South Cook County[Read More…]
Flossmoor board likely to approve tax exemption for medical firm
The Flossmoor Village Board endorsed an extended tax break for a local business at its May 18 meeting. No board members objected to the proposal of a renewed Class 8 tax incentive for Alliance Real Estate, 19801 Governors Highway. The location is home to medical and professional services such as Premier[Read More…]
With volunteer help, Flossmoor historic home study takes shape
Jennifer Sykes’ Flossmoor home was one of the houses photographed as part of efforts to document the village’s architectural treasures. (Provided photo)
Big demand keeps Homewood computer fixers busy busy during pandemic
David Garcia, manager of Computer Doctor in Homewood, said demand has increased since the state stay-at-home order, as many people are more dependent than ever on digital devices. (Provided photo)
Vehicle crashes into Homewood house in early-morning incident
A vehicle crashed into a home on the 18000 block of Highland Avenue in Homewood early Friday morning, according to police. At about 3:25 a.m. on May 22, Homewood Police Department and Homewood Fire Department responded to a report of a traffic crash. Officers and fire personnel found a single[Read More…]
Coping with COVID: May 21
State regions are on track to move into phase 3 of the Restore Illinois plan by the end of the month. Case rate flattening in Homewood.
H-F board cancels July meeting on 4-3 vote
The Homewood-Flossmoor High School District 233 board kept with tradition cancelling its July meeting, despite the objections of three board members.
County board president urges terminology shift to ‘physical distancing’
Since the beginning of the pandemic, international health experts have recommended we, as global citizens, should to the best of our ability practice “social” or “physical” distancing. This remains one of the critical actions we can collectively take to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 and help “flatten the curve.” Here[Read More…]
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