The police, fire and public works departments will be getting new trucks in Homewood after the board approved leases at its July 23 meeting. Public works will replace its engineering division’s 2008 Ford Explorer and street division’s 2006 plow truck, also through a separate purchasing cooperative.
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Calumet Country Club disconnect petition prompts Homewood officials to act
A redevelopment plan for the historic Calumet Country Club on Homewood’s north side has village officials and residents alarmed. The current proposal by Diversified Partners CRE, which has a contract to purchase the golf course at 2136 175th St., would redevelop the property as a transportation and distribution center that[Read More…]
‘Hate’ forum promotes thoughtful conversation for H-F residents
Local residents filled Flossmoor’s Village Hall on July 16, when the Anti-Defamation League hosted “The State of Hate,” an event to discuss national trends in hate speech, and examine the local impact.
2020 Census meeting Aug. 5
U.S. Representative Robin Kelly, D-Ill., is hosting a program on the upcoming 2020 U.S. Census at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 5, at the Country Club Hills city hall, 4200 W. 183rd St. “An accurate census is so important for our state and our district. Without a fair and accurate[Read More…]
Forever Yogurt celebrates five years of serving frozen treats in Homewood
This month marks five years for the Forever Yogurt self-serve frozen yogurt shop located in the Cherry Creek Shopping Center in Homewood. Josette Fourte of Homewood, who owns the franchise with her husband, Kevin, admits that she’s not a fan of traditional yogurt.
Public hearing for new TIF district in Homewood set for Tuesday
The Village of Homewood will host a public hearing at 7 p.m. Tuesday to provide information and invite comment about a proposed tax increment finance district on the site of the former Bogart’s Charhouse. The hearing will include a report from the Joint Review Board, which includes representative from other[Read More…]
Police to conduct drill Thursday at Willow School in Homewood
Homewood officials urge residents near Willow School in Homewood not to call 911 if they see police presence in the area on Thursday morning. The Homewood Police Department, in cooperation with School District 153, will conduct a critical incident drill from 8 a.m. to noon on Thursday, July 25, at[Read More…]
Auditions open for Midwest Motet Society
Singers are invited to audition for The Midwest Motet Society, a Flossmoor-based auditioned community chamber choir. Auditions are by appointment with Marie Grass Amenta, founder and music director, who can be contacted at [email protected] or 708-206-0380. All rehearsals will be Tuesdays in Flossmoor beginning Aug. 27. The 2019-2020 concert schedule includes[Read More…]
Flossmoor continues search for new police chief
Flossmoor is seeking applications for a new police chief by Aug. 5. The village is looking statewide for candidates and has hired the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) to assist with the search process. The police chief in Flossmoor is appointed by the mayor with the advice and[Read More…]
Community gives high marks to H-F Parks
Park commissioners said it was no surprise to find that more that two-thirds of Homewood-Flossmoor Park District residents are satisfied with the overall value they receive from the park district, and 83 percent said the park district is important to the overall quality of life. And, it was no[Read More…]
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