Buchanan talks Illini Nov 19, 2008
Flossmoor defensive end Michael Buchanan, one of the top prospects in attendance this past Saturdy to watch Illinois play Ohio State in Champaign, came away extremely impressed with the Illini program after his official visit. To continue reading this article you must be a member. (Illinois Sports -- Rivals.com)
Five Lady Warriors ready for state tennis Oct 22, 2008
The winner is to play the victor of the Katrina Marjanovic of Urbana and Danielle Dixon, a freshman from Homewood Flossmoor. Marjanovic, the Big 12 Champion, is seeded 31st. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Two more Bloomington top officials take early retirement Aug 10, 2008
He previously worked as finance manager for the village of Flossmoor and held a similar post at the DuPage County Health Department. Brakebill was named deputy city manager in 2006. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Annoying neighbors? Rant about 'em online Jun 28, 2008
"It's kind of like watching a train wreck," admits 51-year-old Maegan Polak, of Flossmoor, Illinois. "You know you shouldn't be enjoying it, but you are.". (CNN -- US)
Considering a Red Line World Series May 9, 2008
-- Kate, Flossmoor, Ill. First, ESPN would air a two-hour special report about how the Red Sox/Yankees didn't make the Series and then another one-hour program about how great the Cubs are. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Infield hits key Bobcats' win over H-F May 8, 2008
With senior pitcher Alex Lagesse on her way to a 17-strikeout performance, the Bobcats didn't need much offense to subdue host Homewood-Flossmoor. And that's exactly what they delivered. (Munster Times, IN)
Riley named MVC Field Athlete of the Week May 2, 2008
Riley, a Flossmoor, Ill. native, defended her hammer throw title at the 99th Annual Drake Relays. (Siusalukis.com)
Three MWC Student-Athletes Represent League on 2008 Outland Trophy Watch List Apr 19, 2008
Mountain West Conference Official Athletic Site. COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Themwc.com)
Riley named MVC Most Outstanding Female Field Athlete Mar 4, 2008
Track - Southern Illinois University - Official Athletic Site. ST. LOUIS - Southern Illinois University senior thrower was named the Missouri Valley Conference Most Outstanding Female Field Athlete of the Year following the league's Indoor Championships this weekend. (Siusalukis.com)
Ill. Lane Bryant Killer Says 'I'm Losing It' in 911... Feb 27, 2008
Killed in the Feb. 2 shootings were: McFarland, of Joliet; Carrie H. Chiuso, 33, of Frankfort; Connie R. Woolfolk, 37, of Flossmoor; Sarah T. Szafranski, 22, of Oak Forest; and Jennifer L. Bishop, 34, of South Bend, Ind. The only survivor, who pretended to be dead after a bullet grazed her neck, released a statement early in February calling the shootings "an unspeakable tragedy.". (Fox News)
911 call reveals victim's final moments in Lane Bryant store shooting Feb 19, 2008
Killed in the shootings were: McFarland, of Joliet; Carrie H. Chiuso, 33, of Frankfort; Connie R. Woolfolk, 37, of Flossmoor; Sarah T. Szafranski, 22, of Oak Forest; and Jennifer L. Bishop, 34, of South Bend, Ind. A sixth woman, whom authorities have declined to name, was injured. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
NIU shooting victim from Cicero laid to rest Feb 19, 2008
4:27 PM CST, February 18, 2008. Her family called her a princess; friends remembered her bright, shining smile. (Chicago Tribune)
Last NIU shooting victim treated at Kishwaukee leaves hospital Feb 19, 2008
NIU shooting victim from Carol Stream faces long recovery -- chicagotribune. NIU shooting victim from Carol Stream faces long recovery. (Chicago Tribune)
Prep hoops stats/standings Feb 13, 2008
-Flossmoor (7) 20-1 156 1 ... New Lenox Lincoln-Way Central 55, Homewood-Flossmoor 47. (Pekin Times, IL)
Police Release Sketch Of Mall Shooter Feb 10, 2008
Killed in the shootings were: store manager Rhoda McFarland, 42, of Joliet; Carrie H. Chiuso, 33, of Frankfort; Connie R. Woolfolk, 37, of Flossmoor; Sarah T. Szafranski, 22, of Oak Forest; and Jennifer L. Bishop, 34, of South Bend, Ind. Mourners gathered Saturday for the funerals of three of the five slain women. (CBS News)
Lane Bryant Announces the Establishment of the Lane Bryant Tinley Park Memorial Fund Feb 7, 2008
The Lane Bryant Tinley Park Memorial Fund honors the women who lost their lives in this tragic event: -- Jennifer L. Bishop of South Bend, Indiana -- Carrie A. Chiuso of Frankfort, Illinois -- Rhoda McFarland, the store manager of the Tinley Park Lane Bryant store, of Joliet, Illinois -- Sarah T. Szafranski of Oak Forest, Illinois -- Connie R. Woolfolk of Flossmoor, Illinois LuAnn Via, President of Lane Bryant stated, "We have received an incredible outpouring of concern, prayers and offers of... (PR Newswire)
Cops Search for Chicago-Area Shooting Suspect Feb 6, 2008
The dead have been identified as Connie R. Woolfolk, 37, of Flossmoor; Sarah T. Szafranski, 22, of Oak Forest; Carrie H. Chiuso, 33, of Frankfort; Rhoda McFarland, 42, of Joliet; and Jennifer L. Bishop, 34, of South Bend, Ind. A $55,000 reward most of which is being paid for by Lane Bryant's parent company, Charming Shoppes Inc. was being offered for information leading to the suspect's arrest. (Fox News)
NIU grad one of victims in store shooting Feb 5, 2008
Besides Szafranski, those slain were identified as Connie R. Woolfolk, 37, of Flossmoor; Carrie H. Chiuso, 33, of Frankfort; Rhoda McFarland, 42, of Joliet; and Jennifer L. Bishop, 34, of South Bend, Ind ... Chiuso, a 1993 graduate of Homewood-Flossmoor High School, was a social worker at the school. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Five Slain At Illinois Mall Are Mourned Feb 5, 2008
" Szafranski was a 2007 graduate of Northern Illinois University who was working as a paralegal, according to a Web site that appeared to be her Facebook page. Chiuso was a social worker at Homewood-Flossmoor High School, where she graduated 1993. "Carrie was deeply loved by faculty and staff," school spokesman Dave Thieman said in a statement. "She had a real touch with students. The entire H-F family is deeply saddened. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Massacre Survivor Could Help ID Gunman Feb 5, 2008
clothing store Saturday were identified as Connie R. Woolfolk, 37, of Flossmoor; Sarah T. Szafranski, 22, of Oak Forest; Carrie H. Chiuso, 33, of Frankfort; Rhoda McFarland, 42, of Joliet; and Jennifer L. Bishop, 34, of South Bend, Ind ... They were Connie R. Woolfolk, 37, of Flossmoor; Sarah T. Szafranski, 22, of Oak Forest; Carrie H. Chiuso, 33, of Frankfort; Rhoda McFarland, 42, of Joliet; and Jennifer L. Bishop, 34, of South Bend, Ind. (ABC News)
Family members mourn 5 women killed in clothing store Feb 4, 2008
They were identified Sunday as: Woolfolk of Flossmoor; Sarah T. Szafranski, 22, of Oak Forest; Carrie H. Chiuso, 33, of Frankfort; Rhoda McFarland, 42, of Joliet; and Jennifer L. Bishop, 34, of South Bend, Ind ... Chiuso, a 1993 graduate of Homewood-Flossmoor High School, was a social worker at the school. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
6th victim alive, sources say Feb 4, 2008
In addition to Woolfolk, 37, of Flossmoor, the dead included Jennifer L. Bishop, 34, of South Bend, Ind. Rhoda McFarland, 42, of Joliet; Sarah Szafranski, 22, of Oak Forest and Carrie Hudek Chiuso, 33, of Frankfort. (Chicago Tribune)
Riley and Mueller named MVC Field Athletes-of-the-Week Jan 16, 2008
Riley, who hails from Flossmoor, Ill. automatically qualified for NCAA Indoor Nationals during the Saluki Fast Start on Dec. 7 with a throw of 79-06. (Siusalukis.com)
Hawkeyes Pen Two Top Illinois Standouts Dec 22, 2007
Vrdolyak a native of Flossmoor, IL, is a four-year letterwinner at Marion Catholic High School. A two-time all-conference honoree, Vrdolyak finished third at regionals, fifth at sectionals and 31st at the state tournament her senior season. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Gill, Peterman earn Rivals All-Big Ten honors Nov 30, 2007
OT , Illinois, Jr., 6-5, 280 HIGH SCHOOL: Flossmoor (Ill. Homewood-Flossmoor BUZZ: After taking a year off to rehabilitate an injured left knee, he moved from defensive tackle and flourished as part of an offensive line that allowed just 11 sacks. (Northwestern Sports -- Rivals.com)
Seven Latin Kings charged in Cal City slaying Nov 29, 2007
Teina wrote on Nov 28, 2007 9:38 AM:" @ Once a Cal City Resident: It's oversimplifying the problem to state that Mayor Daley forced the move of this element to places like Cal City. I'm no Daley fan, but he is doing what his constituents want, and that is cleaning up Chicago neighborhoods. To that end, yes, public housing is being demolished in Chicago, but many of these surrounding suburbs have contributed to their own demise, including Cal City, by agreeing with Daley and HUD to increase their... (Munster Times, IN)
Relative's help is alleged Nov 28, 2007
Man reportedly said he may have carried bin with wife's body. 11:32 PM CST, November 27, 2007. (Chicago Tribune)
Men's Basketball signs three blue-chip high school recruits Nov 16, 2007
Homewood Flossmoor H.S.), wing guard Torres Roundtree (Florissant, Mo. McCluer North H.S.) and forward Anthony Booker (Florissant, Mo. (Siusalukis.com)
Preserving family bonds Nov 4, 2007
George Scully of Flossmoor, who has a 2007 Saturn Aura, and state Rep. David Reis of Willow Hill, who has a 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Lack of state funding may mean 30 percent jump in fare Oct 26, 2007
30 for a monthly ticket the cost of traveling between downtown and Orland Park, Arlington Heights or Flossmoor, for example would pay about $116 in 2008 and $140 in 2010. The fare hikes would raise nearly $25 million in 2008. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Chart comparing prices in 317 markets Sep 26, 2007
Home comparison index for 317 U.S. markets - USATODAY.com. Real solutions for your real estate needs. (USA Today -- Money)
Neighbors in the News Sep 16, 2007
The bride is the daughter of Wendy and David Prym of Wheaton and Rob and Charo Cross of Flossmoor. The groom is the son of Dean M. and LaVerna L. Lyons of Kingston. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
IHSA provides wide array of activities for high school students Sep 13, 2007
Homewood Flossmoor has been a perennial power in drama over the years, winning 14 titles. Debating has always been one of the most sophisticated aspects of education and such competition has been an IHSA sponsored activity since 1941. (West Frankfort Daily American, IL)
Volleyball opens 2007 season Friday at the MSU Comfort Inn and Suites Invitational Aug 23, 2007
a middle blocker from Flossmoor, Ill. and , a right side hitter from Powder Springs, Ga. (Siusalukis.com)
PGA Championship winners Aug 13, 2007
2007 Tiger Woods, Southern Hills, Tulsa, Oklahoma 2006 Tiger Woods, Medinah, Medinah, Illinois 2005 Phil Mickelson, Baltsurol, Springfield, New Jersey 2004 Vijay Singh, Whistling Straits, Kohler, Wisconsin 2003 Shaun Micheel, Oak Hill, Rochester, New York 2002 Rich Beem, Hazeltine, Chaska, Minnesota 2001 David Toms, Atlanta Athletic Club, Duluth, Georgia 2000 Tiger Woods, Valhalla, Louisville, Kentucky 1999 Tiger Woods, Medinah, Medinah, Illinois 1998 Vijay Singh, Sahalee, Redmond, Washington... (USA Today -- Sports)
Time to travel wisely - take the slow road Aug 13, 2007
" Some famous slow roads are showing signs of revival. Derelict motels have been restored and reopened, and neon has been replaced. The famed Blue Swallow Motel on Route 66 in Tucumcari, N.M., has a new owner and new paint. A federal law to provide money to help preserve and promote Route 66 was passed several years ago. Preferring the slow road - the byway, the back road - has a long tradition, of course. The author William Least Heat-Moon in his book from the early 1980s, "Blue Highways: A... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Illinois LB Opens Things Up Aug 8, 2007
By B.N. RecruitingDate: Aug 7, 2007 Flossmoor (Ill. Homewood-Flossmoor linebacker Russell Ellington has backed away from his verbal commitment to Iowa State and now several schools are in hot pursuit. (BadgerNation.com)
Gladys L. Freel Aug 2, 2007
While living in Illinois, she was active in the Homewood Woman's Club and a member of the Flossmoor Garden Club. She was an active member of T.T.T. Chapter Y and Fortnightly (American Home and Garden Department). (Kalona News, IA)
backTalk for Monday, July 30, 2007 Jul 31, 2007
My take wrote on Jul 30, 2007 10:01 AM:" To Is it a Black issue? I agree something should be done to keep these neighborhoods just as nice even if the color of the people living there are not white. But also, think of it this way. Towns like Olympia Fields, Flossmoor, Country Club Hills and Homewood are either all black are very near and have no where near the reputation of towns like Dolton, Calumet City or Sauk Village when they turned black. That's because it's a class issue and not a race... (Munster Times, IN)
Lawmakers finally OK electric rate deal Jul 28, 2007
George Scully, a Flossmoor Democrat who sponsored the deal in the House. The package includes a combination of rebate checks, credits on power bills for the next few years, assistance programs for low-income customers and a new way for the state to buy electricity in the future. (Marion Daily Republican, IL)
Wine country too snooty? Brewery hopping provides alternative Jun 29, 2007
and Flossmoor Station Brewery outside Chicago ... Flossmoor Station Brewery. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Clinton, Obama seek Chicago campaign money on same day Jun 26, 2007
Flossmoor businesswoman Bea Tayui is supporting Clinton, even though she likes Obama and donated to his 2004 Senate race. The country is truly blessed to have both of them run for the presidency. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Feds Investigating Plane Crash At Golf Course Jun 18, 2007
"They took him away in a helicopter he had some facial cuts and cuts on his shoulder once they took him away and got him out we didn't see him. They had taken us away from there, Brow said.The 41-year-old pilot from Flossmoor was airlifted to St. James Hospital and Health Centers in Olympia Fields with a possible broken arm and was complaining of chest pains, a trooper with Illinois State Police District Chicago said.According to a witness the plane took off from Lansing Municipal Airport and... (CBS2Chicago.com, IL)
Catch Up On News With The Weekend Wrap-Up Jun 18, 2007
The 41-year-old pilot from Flossmoor was airlifted to St. James Hospital and Health Centers in Olympia Fields with a possible broken arm and was complaining of chest pains, a trooper with Illinois State Police District Chicago said. According to a witness the plane took off from Lansing Municipal Airport and the engine immediately began to sputter, the trooper said. (CBS2Chicago.com, IL)
Wine a bit too highbrow? Try a tour of a brewery Jun 12, 2007
com, 355 E. Kalama-zoo, (269) 382-2332 and Flossmoor Station Brewery outside Chicago www ... com, 1035 Sterling Ave., Flossmoor, Ill. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Wine country too snooty? Maybe beer is more your taste Jun 10, 2007
and Flossmoor Station Brewery www ... com, 1035 Sterling Ave., Flossmoor, Ill. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Wine too snooty? Tours for beer aficionados Jun 7, 2007
and - 1035 Sterling Ave., Flossmoor, Ill. 708-957-2739 - outside Chicago. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Saluki throwers to compete at nationals, Riley earns district honors Jun 5, 2007
Riley, a junior from Flossmoor, Ill. enters the NCAA Championships with a best hammer throw of 237-11, trailing only Jenny Dahlgren of Georgia on the all-time collegiate list. (Siusalukis.com)
Electric tax idea gains steam May 25, 2007
It is a burden for the state of Illinois to be a host to these utility companies, the Flossmoor Democrat said. But much like the way in which disputes between House and Senate lawmakers have stalled a plan to roll back rates for months, the Senate might not warm to the Houses new idea. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Miami's John Ely, Jordan Petraitis and Jeff Carroll Earn Baseball All-MAC Honors May 24, 2007
Flossmoor) earned first-team All-MAC honors for the second straight year, while sophomore shortstop (Canal Fulton, Ohio/Manchester) also earned first-team All-MAC plaudits. Senior first baseman (Columbus, Ohio/Bishop Watterson) was a second-team All-MAC selection. (Muredhawks.com)
NIKE Camp tour stops off in Indiana May 7, 2007
Illinois will be represented at the position by one of the state's best Homewood Flossmoor standout. The 6-foot-4, 178-pound receiver has one offer from Illinois, but is close on quite a few others. (Georgetown Sports -- Rivals.com)
Riley earns 10th Missouri Valley Conference weekly honor May 3, 2007
Riley, who hails from Flossmoor, Ill. threw a career-best 237-11 in the women's hammer throw at the Drake Relays to set a new relays, stadium, SIU and conference record. (Siusalukis.com)
UCSB Signs Illinois Junior College Star D.J. Posley to National Letter of Intent May 1, 2007
played high school ball at Homewood Flossmoor High School ... In December of 2004, during his final high school campaign, he scored 14 points had four rebounds and four assists as Homewood Flossmoor beat Oak Hill Academy at a tournament in Kentucky. (Ucsbgauchos.com)
Riley earns MVC weekly honors again Apr 20, 2007
Riley, who hails from Flossmoor, Ill. threw a career-best 227-02 in the women's hammer throw at the Mt. SAC Relays Sunday afternoon. (Siusalukis.com)
4/11/07 M BasketballMarcus Relphorde Joins Billikens Apr 12, 2007
Relphorde played at Homewood-Flossmoor in Chicago before attending American Christian School in Alston, Pa ... At Flossmoor, Relphorde helped the Vikings to a 27-4 record and a spot in the Illinois Supersectionals in 2004-05. (Slubillikens.com)
Biggs, Riley Earn MVC Track and Field Weekly Honors Apr 11, 2007
Riley, who hails from Flossmoor, Ill. won the shot put with a toss of 44-02. (Siusalukis.com)
Brittany Riley garners first weekly honor of the outdoor season Mar 29, 2007
Riley, who hails from Flossmoor, Ill. highlighted the first weekend of the outdoor season with three meet titles and two regional marks at the SIU hosted, Spring Classic over the weekend. (Siusalukis.com)
Hey, Mom, you are doing fine, study says Mar 21, 2007
The latest from ChicagoSports. Please or Subscribers. (FOX59, IN)
Riley named to USTFCCCA Division I Indoor All-America Team Mar 15, 2007
The junior from Flossmoor (Ill. is the first SIU female to win an NCAA championship in track and field. (Siusalukis.com)
Riley named USTFCCCA Field Athlete of the year Mar 14, 2007
The junior from Flossmoor (Ill. is the first Southern Illinois woman to win an NCAA championship in track and field. (Siusalukis.com)
Riley is indoor national champion in the weight throw Mar 11, 2007
A native of Flossmoor, Ill. Riley is only the second female athlete to win an indoor national championship in Missouri Valley Conference history. (Siusalukis.com)
Solinsky’s second place good enough for Badgers Mar 11, 2007
Riley, a junior from Flossmoor, Ill. broke her mark of 80-7, set this season, and won by almost 10 feet. (Montana Standard, MT)
Lawmakers at odds over electric rate relief Mar 2, 2007
I would not be supportive of a proposal that merely solves the problem of downstate Illinois,'' the Flossmoor Democrat said. It's not feasible that things are going to change in six months. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
House starts study of electric rates Feb 27, 2007
George Scully, a Flossmoor Democrat who pushed for the special hearing, said it would last for several hours. He predicted it would lead to legislative action this spring, although he was vague about exactly what action. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
CUB slams rate hikesSays Ameren action will cost thousands of jobs in Illinois Feb 20, 2007
George Scully Jr. of Flossmoor, but it is too early to say what form it could take before going to committee. House Democrats also plan to meet Wednesday to "caucus" on the issue. (Alton Telegraph, IL)
Riley wins the weight throw for the fifth-straight time at Iowa State Classic Feb 12, 2007
A native of Flossmoor, Riley took the event on her last throw. Her toss of 79-04. (Siusalukis.com)
News in brief Feb 8, 2007
George Scully, D-Flossmoor, will accept applications for the 2007 General Assembly Scholarship program ... The 80th district includes all of Chicago Heights, South Chicago Heights, Crete, Steger, Sauk Village and parts of Beecher, Flossmoor, Glenwood, Lynwood, Lansing, Homewood, Olympia Fields, Park Forest and University Park. (Northwest Indiana Times)
Riley garners two weekly honors after breaking world record in the weight throw Jan 31, 2007
Riley, who hails from Flossmoor, Ill. broke the world record in the weight throw during the final day of the Gladstein Invitational on Jan. 27. (Siusalukis.com)
Riley breaks world and U.S. records at Gladstein Invitational Jan 28, 2007
A native of Flossmoor, Ill. Riley's throw of 80-07. (Siusalukis.com)
Riley named MVC Female Field Athlete of the Week; Saluki women ranked 23rd in trackwire.com Top-25 Jan 24, 2007
Riley, who hails from Flossmoor, Ill. had the third-longest throw in U.S. history in the opening day of the Saluki Booster last week. (Siusalukis.com)
Riley delivers second-longest throw in U.S. History in first day of Saluki Booster Jan 20, 2007
A native of Flossmoor, Ill. Riley had throws of 22. (Siusalukis.com)
New Year's Eve wreck claims life of Ghanaian 'saint' Jan 4, 2007
Flossmoor resident Josephine Bansah, called "Sister Lizzy" or "Missionary Lizzy" by those who knew her, was in high spirits during the Sunday night service at Church of the Living God in Englewood, said youth pastor Dr. Sheila Crawford Simms ... Early Monday morning, Bansah got into the back seat of a 2005 Chevy Malibu driven by her 19-year-old nephew, Emmanuel Bansa, a University of Illinois pre-med student from Flossmoor who played organ for the church. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
