Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)— The Village of Park Forest announced the demolition of the long-vacant Blackhawk Tower Plaza located at the intersection of Blackhawk Drive and Indianwood Boulevard. Once home to businesses including Jewel Grocery (known in the community as “Little Jewel”), Newman’s Pharmacy, Froggie’s Ice Cream, Faso’s Pizza, the Park[Read More…]
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Det. Timothy Michael Jones Memorial Service and Celebration of Life Details
Pay tribute to the impactful life of Detective Timothy Michael Jones. Find visitation and celebration details in our latest post.
Latest SSTI Home on Sauk Trail Hits the Market
Explore the latest SSTI home remodeling effort in Park Forest. The property is now listed for sale at $207,000.
Park Forest Annual Clean-Up Day Set for April 5
The Village needs volunteers to assist in Park Forest’s annual clean-up day on Saturday, April 5, from 9 to 11 a.m.
Outlook for 2025 is Bleak, but an Enhanced Aqua Center is a Possibility in 2026
Discover why the 2025 Aqua Center season in Park Forest may not be a reality due to urgent repairs and potential closure.
Latest SSTI Home Rehab Project Ready for Sale
Park Forest hosted an open house on June 25 to showcase the latest home rehab project as part of the South Suburban Trades Initiative.
French Archbishop Will Bless Same-Gender Couples; More Positive Responses
In Pope Francis’ tenure, perhaps nothing he has done has prompted so many responses as approving blessings for same-gender couples.
SSTI: Transforming an Empty Home on Gentry St. Into a Move-In Ready Property
The story behind 244 Gentry Street, Park Forest, IL, and how SSTI transformed it from a dilapidated building to a state-of-the-art house.
A Little Good News About the Rich East Warehouse Storage?
After two months of using parking lots of the former Rich East High School a storage area some of the materials are finally being removed.
Assistance from Attorney General’s Office Sought to Resolve Rich East Storage Questions
Has the property of Rich East High School, the former flagship school of District 227, been relegated to a storage lot?
