If the idea of fitness boot camp makes you wary, you’re not alone. But if it gets your pulse racing, the new facility at the Homewood-Flossmoor Racquet and Fitness Club might be the perfect spot.
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Mancini promoted in Homewood Public Works Department
Joe Mancini, an employee in the Homewood Department of Public Works since 2001, was promoted to fleet supervisor July 3.
Armed robber hits Southgate Mini Mart late Saturday
Homewood police are seeking information about an armed robbery at Southgate Mini Mart that occurred at about 11:58 p.m. on Saturday, July 29.
Drum majors ready to lead H-F’s marching band
When the 200-member Homewood-Flossmoor High School marching band takes the field this school year, they will be led by three drum majors.
Farm-to-table fundraiser benefits GSU sculpture park
The Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park at Governors State University will be in the spotlight for the “Sculpture, Wine and Dine” fundraiser Sept. 9 that will feature a farm-to-table dinner. Funds from the event will help sustain the park’s community and educational programs. The sculpture park is considered one of the[Read More…]
H-F senior in ‘Distinguished Young Woman’ competition
Tiara Simms, daughter of Renee and Darrell Simms, will be representing Homewood in the Tuesday, Aug. 1, competition for the title of Distinguished Young Woman of Illinois. The program will be held in Tinley Park. The Distinguished Young Women competition, formerly known as America’s Junior Miss, is open to high[Read More…]
Homewood, Flossmoor working to ensure water service after Harvey ruling
Officials in Homewood and Flossmoor want residents to be assured that they’re working to maintain reliable and clean water for the villages, despite recent developments in Harvey. On July 19, Cook County Circuit Judge Kathleen Pantle removed control over water finances* from Harvey’s municipal government. Harvey buys Lake Michigan[Read More…]
Homewood Fire Department has 3 new captains
The Homewood Fire Department has three new captains in its ranks. Chief Bob Grabowski promoted a trio of lieutenants to the captain. Chris Kieta and Bill Wright were sworn in at the July 11 village board meeting. Tim Cameron was sworn in later that week.
Former Homewood village attorney Walter Cummings dies
Walter D. Cummings, Homewood’s village attorney for 39 years, died Thursday, July 27. He had served under seven village managers. Cummings, 85, was originally from Chicago’s South Shore neighborhood. He served in the United States Marine Corps, graduated from DePaul University College of Law, and started a 63-year career as[Read More…]
H-F police departments invite community to National Night Out events on Tuesday
Homewood and Flossmoor police departments will be hosting National Night Out events from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 1. The annual event is a nationwide effort to provide an opportunity for residents to get to know their law enforcement officers and other emergency responders — and to get to[Read More…]
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