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  • Homewood-Flossmoor, IL

I grew up on the North West side of Chicago. Somewhere along the way high school and college happened, which brought me, for the first time, to Chicago’s Southland. For this, I’m eternally grateful, as serving H-F as editor for over two years has undoubtedly been the most intense and valuable learning experience of my life. In early 2013, I transitioned from H-F editor to Community Editor and I now cover social media, news aggregation and real-time news for the south suburban Chicago Patch network.

I used to play in a punk rock band and still play music today. I also make short comedy films under the moniker Ratt Bros. Studios. Cooking and eating are also strong passions of mine. As the old Journey song goes, “(I) like a lot of things.”

Feel free to drop me a line at ryan.fitzpatrick@patch.com or call at 708.657.7048.

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Teacher Award; Thanks Tom: Feedback Friday

A weekly update to help you keep up with the comments and conversations on H-F Patch and H-F Patch’s Facebook.

Teacher Award; Thanks Tom: Feedback Friday
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What Should Go Here? The Old Southgate Pharmacy

A lot of great new places are headed for Homewood, but what about the vacancies that persist? We want to know what you'd like to see come to town.

What Should Go Here? The Old Southgate Pharmacy
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Tom Kataras: 'One of Homewood's Great Ambassadors'

Tom Kataras has been a key player in Homewood for decades. A week before his retirement, we're taking a look back on his contributions to the community.

Tom Kataras: 'One of Homewood's Great Ambassadors'
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PatchList: South Suburban Rentals

Have you been frustrated with the lack of resources to help you find rentals in the Southland? Patch is here to help.

PatchList: South Suburban Rentals
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WANTED: Outstanding Warrants in Homewood

There are over 30 warrants out for the arrest of accused criminals in Homewood. Patch highlights a few of them today.

WANTED: Outstanding Warrants in Homewood
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Who Do You Trust With Your Car?

Show support for your favorite auto mechanic and nominate your car's best friend as the most trusted in the area.

Who Do You Trust With Your Car?
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Last Chance for Homewood-Flossmoor Science Pub

The illustrious Homewood-Flossmoor Science Pub will convene on Tuesday night at Flossmoor Station to discuss Marine Ecology and the Invisible Fabric of Nature.

Last Chance for Homewood-Flossmoor Science Pub
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Panda, a Dog: Adopt Me!

This week's featured pet is Panda, a one year old pitbull mix.

Panda, a Dog: Adopt Me!
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Homewood Cash Mob Rule: Feedback Friday

A weekly update to help you keep up with the comments and conversations on H-F Patch and H-F Patch’s Facebook.

Homewood Cash Mob Rule: Feedback Friday
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Tom's Family Restaurant to Close After 65 Years

The news of the iconic Homewood diner's closure comes as bittersweet to a community that has supported it for over half of a century.

Tom's Family Restaurant to Close After 65 Years