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Homer Township Public Library's recent expansion project has been highlighted in the March 2024 issue of the Illinois Library Association Reporter magazine. This publication is distributed to libraries, friends, and advocates throughout Illinois.

Homer Township Public Library has announced the availability of nominating petitions for individuals interested in running in the April 1, 2025 Consolidated General Election. The election will include nominations for three library trustees with four-year terms and two library trustees with two-year unexpired terms.

The library welcomes donations of books, CDs, and DVDs in good condition during operating hours. According to the library, "We gladly accept donations of books, CDs, and DVDs in good condition whenever the library is open."

Looking for a new job? Career Central is a dedicated section of the library designed to assist job-seekers. It offers resources such as books on career exploration, resume writing, technology skills, and starting a business. Additionally, there are materials to help individuals succeed in their current roles, covering topics like management, remote work, and salary negotiation.

The lowest price of premium gas in ZIP Code 60491 was found at one gas station in the week ending Sep. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

The lowest price of diesel in ZIP Code 60491 was found at one gas station in the week ending Sep. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

The lowest price of regular gas in ZIP Code 60491 was found at one gas station in the week ending Sep. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Drivers in ZIP Code 60491 paid an average of $3.53 per gallon of regular gas in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

The lowest price of midgrade gas in ZIP Code 60491 was found at one gas station in the week ending Sep. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Drivers in ZIP Code 60491 paid an average of $3.76 per gallon of diesel fuel in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Drivers in ZIP Code 60491 paid an average of $4.25 per gallon of midgrade gas in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Drivers in ZIP Code 60491 paid an average of $4.76 per gallon of premium gas in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Drivers in ZIP Code 60491 paid an average of $3.14 per gallon of E85 gas in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

The lowest price of E85 gas in ZIP Code 60491 was found at one gas station in the week ending Sep. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Enrollment at Homer Junior High School fell compared to the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

On Sept. 27, Enk Emma Sweeney and Thomas R. Louch purchased a property at 14332 S. Birchdale Drive, Homer Glen from John Joseph Enk.

On Sept. 27, Jeffrey E. and Sheila Hughes purchased a property at 14916 W. Reiter Road, Homer Glen from David Durbin.

A property at 13608 W. Briarwood Drive, Homer Glen was sold on Sept. 4 by Charles J. Utlak for $365,000. The buyer was Nicole M Zeuske.

A property at 15509 W. Janas Drive, Homer Glen was sold on Sept. 4 by Zahora Jamie L Kuntson for $665,000. The buyers were Brian and Anastasia Francis.