Jeff Graveline is a contributor to Patch. Previously, he worked at 22nd Century Media.
During a special meeting at MJHS, principal Mike Rolinitis and parents discussed the plans for extracurricular activities for the current school year and beyond.
Though the carnival usually comes during the summer time, this year's event will take place Oct. 7-10 and will have all the rides, food and fun of years past.
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After cutting activities and sports last year, Mokena District 159 will now have sports and activities back for the remainder of the school year. Parents will pay to participate.
On Saturday, Oct. 1, the Mokena Chamber of Commerce's eighth annual Food and Wine Fest will take place at Yunker Farm. The Fest will feature food, wine, beer and live entertainment for all who attend.
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Matt Contey and Matt Stoner charged to a 1-2 finish as the Griffins narrowly missed defeating Joliet Township at the Southwest Suburban Blue Conference boys golf tournament. Sandburg finished third.
Blazing Trojans senior sweeper Raymundo Munoz talks about how much it means to play his sport of choice at Bloom.
Homewood-Flossmoor golfer Kevin Stoffle shot an 81 during Tuesday's Southwest Suburban Conference Blue tournament, but he says he and his team can bounce back in next week's IHSA regional tournament.
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The Village Board is investigating a possible switch from ComEd to one of several other companies that could be in the works for Mokena and its residents, if the board decides it is a wise decision and if voters approve a possible referendum.
Katelyn Hoag led the Homewood-Flossmoor girls golf team in a triangular against Marian Catholic and Mother McAuley. Also, the H-F girls swim team picks up two victories.
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Fans from both Rich Central and Crete Monee decked themselves out in orange and helped raise money for leukemia awarenss and treatment on Thursday, Sept. 22.
Rich Central senior Nakeyta Clair has found her groove on the volleyball court and has earned a full-ride scholarship to the University of Mississippi.
Spartans boys and girls cross country teams hit the halfway mark of the year with positive showings at the Argo Invite and in an East Suburban Catholic Conference dual meet.
Heather and Scott Davidson make it to every Homewood-Flossmoor girls swim meet to support their daughter, Rebecca Tanner, and keep track of her ever-improving times.
Homewood-Flossmoor senior Anna Tenny was an IHSA girls swimming state qualifier last year. She has added leadership responsibilities to her workload this season.
Despite a tough financial year, the school district receives 'a real solid report,' with assets exceeding liabilities.
