Homewood-Flossmoor Chronicle

01/11/2026

Jeff Cade II found out he would be starting only the night before Homewood-Flossmoor’s game against Lincoln-Way East on Jan. 9 in the south gym. https://bit.ly/3LBT9xA

01/08/2026

The 2025 golf season ended with a new record of rounds played at Coyote Run Golf Course in Flossmoor. https://bit.ly/49cDmyl

01/08/2026

An opportunity to learn more about the potential redevelopment of Calumet Country Club.

Community Meeting: Calumet Country Club Redevelopment Information Session

Join Hazel Crest Village representatives, in partnership with the Southland Development Authority, for a public meeting regarding the Calumet Country Club Redevelopment. This session will include an overview of the project vision, the timeline for project consideration, and elements of a market study. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, January 15th, at 6 PM.

01/07/2026

The Village of Homewood has named Thomas Johnson as its new chief of police following an internal interview process. Johnson will assume leadership of the Homewood Police Department on Jan. 10, following the retirement of Police Chief Denise McGrath on Jan. 9. https://bit.ly/4ss0Hnh

01/06/2026

At the Dec. 9, 2025, village board meeting, Homewood Mayor Rich Hofeld announced that Homewood Police Chief Denise McGrath will retire after a three-decade law enforcement career. Her final day of service to the village will be Jan. 9. https://bit.ly/4qy8j5G

01/02/2026

At the ribbon cutting ceremony Nov. 21 for Mitchell & Michaels Plat du Jour, partner David Mitchell said he and Chris Michaels planned to open in the new year. Saturday, Jan. 3, is the big day, with the grand opening to start at 2 p.m. at 18031 Dixie Highway. https://bit.ly/44WXNwK

01/02/2026

Monica Fox’s bout with COVID-19 pneumonia nearly cost her her life. Her daughter Olivia was her lifeline. Their story is a testament to family love and the benefits of organ donation. https://bit.ly/3LrtebO

01/02/2026

Looks like a great way to get prepared. During an emergency is a little late.

The Village of Homewood is inviting residents ages 18 and older to take part in our new Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training program, hosted in partnership with FEMA.

CERT training equips everyday residents with the skills needed to help themselves, their families, and their neighbors in the critical moments following a disaster when professional responders may be delayed.

Participants will learn hands-on emergency preparedness, disaster response, and life-saving techniques that can make a real difference in our community.

Training details:

Begins: Monday, January 26, 2026
Time: 6–9 p.m.
Duration: Weekly sessions through March 21, 2026
Finale: A full-scale disaster simulation that puts your training into action

No prior experience is required. We are looking for just a willingness to learn, serve, and strengthen Homewood’s resilience. Whether you want to be better prepared for emergencies at home or play an active role in helping others during a crisis, CERT offers practical skills, teamwork, and a meaningful way to give back.

Spots are limited (only a few spots remain). Join us and help make Homewood a safer, more prepared community.

Click here to sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScDOo6OTLN9OF_a1tyWgRjAitdRgMv5wdM3WloRVZfAX8TcxQ/viewform

12/30/2025

Tom Houlihan was retired when we asked him to join the Chronicle team. He could have politely declined. Instead, he got out his notepad and started reporting again. https://bit.ly/4pscTlm

12/29/2025

The Weeks | Dec. 28: Hanukkah concludes, Kwanzaa begins, a Christmas Eve free car miracle, tree recycling open, Flossmoor’s first liquor store, holiday closures. https://bit.ly/4pgnRdk

12/28/2025

Former District 153 board president Tom Dockweiler died on Dec. 19. He led the district through several difficult periods. https://bit.ly/4baKhcD