Since its inaugural Pride event in June 2017, Lighthouse LGBTQ+ has brought the celebration from its confines in the city, to the suburban corners of Homewood and Flossmoor. Homewood will host the third annual Lighthouse Pride Party from 5 to 9 p.m. on June 28, and Flossmoor will host its[Read More…]
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Sen. Hutchinson lauds House passage of cannabis bill
SPRINGFIELD – Illinois State Senator Toi Hutchinson (D-Chicago Heights) released the following statement this evening after voting in support of House Bill 1438, a proposal Hutchinson co-sponsored and was actively involved in negotiating that would legalize adult-use cannabis in Illinois. “One of the things that we wanted to make sure we[Read More…]
Police look for three suspects after attempted carjacking
A Flossmoor resident was assaulted and robbed during an attempted carjacking at his home on Thursday, police said. The incident was reported at about 5:30 p.m. on May 30 in the 1400 block of Kinross Street, Flossmoor police said in an email alert to the community.
Two District 161 staff members named assistant principals at Parker
Flossmoor School District 161 this week announced the appointment of two new assistant principals at Parker Junior High School. Tara Peacock and Michelle Wisniewski will join incoming principal Amabel Crawford as top administrators at Parker.
Homewood explores TIF incentive for Bogart’s site redevelopment
Officials hope a new TIF district will incentivize redevelopment of the former Bogart’s restaurant at 18225 Dixie Highway in Homewood. Kane, McKenna and Associates, a financial services firm, began helping the village work toward establishing a new TIF district along Dixie Highway and Miller Court in August of 2018.
Irwin Park community picnic encourages neighborly connection
The tables will be spread at Irwin Park on Sunday, June 23, as neighbors come together for a Seat at the Table celebration. Between 6 and 9 p.m., enjoy a dinner, entertainment and special ways to celebrate the big event.
Unique fundraising event benefits Flossmoor Service League
Early in May, with Mother’s Day weekend looming on the horizon, two Flossmoor businesswomen, Sue Kluger, of Kluger Furs, and Barb Mason, owner of Bobbi Kahn Design Jewelry, found a unique way to raise awareness for the Flossmoor Service League.
Viking Choir sings commissioned piece to departing director
The Viking Choir at Homewood-Flossmoor High School gave their beloved choir director Mike Rugen a final send-off on May 23, performing a piece specially written for him. At the end of the program, the students surprised him with “You Will Never Know,” written for his retirement.
Live United helps H-F High end year on positive note
After a turbulent month of dealing with a racial incident triggered by four students wearing blackface, a group of students organized Live United, a campaign designed to bring students together.
Sun shines on Homewood Memorial Day ceremonies
Before torrential rains tore through the area, the skies were mostly sunny for Homewood’s annual Memorial Day ceremony. The parade stepped at off at 10:30 a.m. from near Village Hall south down Dixie Highway, led by an honor guard. Following that, active soldiers drove and walked by three sand-colored military Humvees.[Read More…]
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