Homewood and the state reached milestone COVID-19 numbers on Thursday. The South Suburban Humane Society is holding a drive-thru kitten shower on Saturday. The Chronicle resurrects its community calendar. And a reminder about the importance of responding to the census.
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Blue and white signs of appreciation sprout in H-F area
During the weekend of May 2, blue and white signs started sprouting up on people’s lawns. The signs told residents of Homewood and Flossmoor, and other communities in Illinois and Indiana, that their neighbors worked for Homewood School District 153.
Local senior care centers work to slow COVID-19 spread
According to data from the Cook County Medical Examiner’s office and area senior-care facilities, residents age 70 and older have been greatly affected by the coronavirus outbreak. As of May 5, people in that older age group accounted for more than 1,300 — nearly 63% — of Cook County’s total[Read More…]
Caregivers focus on spiritual, emotional well-being during COVID-19
As we ask more than ever from our medical workers, they also must maintain their own health and well-being. Doctors and nurses are working longer hours under difficult circumstances, namely the immense toll COVID-19 has taken on the health care system’s resources. Simultaneously, they balance monumental shifts in their personal[Read More…]
Village board backs resolution calling for release of COVID-positive locations
Flossmoor wants first responders to have access to the addresses of individuals who have tested positive for the COVID-19 virus as they respond to emergencies. The village board unanimously approved a resolution in support of this move at the May 4 meeting. As part of a collective effort from the[Read More…]
EMTs taking new on-the-job precautions and protections
Residents set out candles on April 1 in support of health care workers. The project was called “Let There Be Light.” (Provided photo/Heather O’Malley)
H-F seniors seek positives from COVID-19 negatives
H-F High School seniors Javon Thomas and Maya Harrell were among a group of teens who recently spoke via Zoom with Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller to share their thoughts about graduating during the COVID-19 pandemic. (Provided photos)
Coping with COVID: May 6
The secret to solving fogged up glasses while wearing a mask. A local fitness center offers virtual sessions. News about a mutation in the virus that causes COVID-19.
Heroes of the Pandemic: ‘I can’t turn my back’
Nurse Linda Herron has worked at South Suburban Hospital for 33 years, and now she’s taking care of patients with COVID-19. (Provided photo)
Reyes named Skyway Conference Men’s Coach of the Year
Prairie State College enjoyed its best-ever men’s soccer season with a trip to the Northeast District Championship game for the first time. Carlos Reyes On Friday, the Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference honored Pioneers coach Carlos Reyes by naming him Skyway Conference Men’s Coach of the Year. The award was voted on by[Read More…]
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