Homewood firefighters begin to extinguish the fire in the demonstration of how fast fire spreads in a structure unprotected by sprinklers. They subsequently set fire to the other structure, which was equipped with sprinklers, to show how quickly the fire could be subdued. (Eric Crump/H-F Chronicle) Viewpoint: The commentary below[Read More…]
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Survey open for residents’ comments as H-F principal search begins
Residents in Homewood-Flossmoor High School District 233 are being asked for their input as the search for a new principal begins. A survey is open through Friday, Nov. 19, that gives residents the chance to rank their top priorities of the high school and what it should be looking for[Read More…]
11/12/2021 | What You Need to Know This Weekend
RED HEADED WOODPECKERS – Join Homewood Science Center for free fun hands-on activities at STEM Saturdays. This Saturday features “Acorn Hide & Seek: Red Headed Woodpeckers,” presented by Forest Preserves of Cook County. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the PopUp SCIENCE Shop. WALL OF HONOR – Knights of Columbus[Read More…]
IPO performs Bach and Beethoven at Saturday’s concert
The Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra will perform Bach’s “Sinfonia Concertante for Winds” by Bach and “Symphony No. 8” by Beethoven at its 7:30 p.m. concert Saturday, Nov. 13. The performance will feature four orchestra principals – Naomi Bensdorf Frisch on oboe, Trevor O’Riordan on clarinet, Erin Kozakis on bassoon and Lee[Read More…]
District 153 students honor veterans with abbreviated event
From left, John Beele, Paul Klimczak and, behind the flag, Mike Ritchowski begin to raise the American flag as part of a ceremony honoring veterans who have died. The ceremony was part of the annual veterans appreciation event at James Hart School in Homewood. (Eric Crump/H-F Chronicle) At least it[Read More…]
Flossmoor Veterans Memorial group provides support for veterans
In keeping with “the spirit of purpose, respect, and kinship” found in its mission statement, Flossmoor Veterans’ Memorial, Inc. (FVM) is partnering with the village of Flossmoor to support the residents of Manteno Veterans’ Home. On Nov. 11 and 12, residents may drop off personal care and snack items for[Read More…]
11/11/2021 | What You Need to Know Today
PAINT A HOLIDAY YARD CARD – In a favorite annual program, H-F Park District offers the chance to create a holiday card sign to plant in your lawn, using your favorite holiday image. Using the park district’s projector the image of your choice can be traced onto a primed 4-by-4-foot[Read More…]
South suburban singers ready to lift voices again
After more than a year and a half of absence, members of South Holland Master Chorale announce their return to active singing and are preparing for upcoming holiday performances, including a 4 p.m. performance Sunday, Dec. 5, at St. Joseph Church, 17951 Dixie Highway in Homewood. The chorale will be[Read More…]
Joyce encourages people to write letters to heroic residents in veterans’ homes (free content)
As Veterans Day approaches, State Senator Patrick Joyce (D-Essex) is asking residents to write friendly, encouraging letters in an effort to thank our heroes in veterans’ homes across the state. “Veterans Day is a time to honor the brave American men and women who have served our country,” Joyce said.[Read More…]
New state law seeks to close vaccination exemption misuse
Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a law clarifying the legislative intent of the Health Care Right of Conscience Act so that it cannot be abused or misinterpreted to jeopardize workplace safety through inappropriate vaccination refusal. The amendment to the act will ensure the long tradition of vaccine requirements by employers can[Read More…]
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