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Sept. 11 memorial stair climb draws firefighters, civilians together

By R.M Brands news@thewoodstockindependent.com A large crowd milled around the McHenry County Fair Association Fairgrounds on a cool September morning as they waited for the 9/11 memorial stair climb to […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independent …
September 24, 2026
Courtesy photo. Handmade seasonal wares at. prior Fall Diddley.

Fall Diddley returns to McHenry County for its 41st year

By McKenna Sweet news@thewoodstockindependent.com After 28 years, the Fall Diddley is returning to the McHenry County Fairgrounds with over 200 vendors selling handmade goods. The craft show, sponsored by the […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independent …
September 24, 2026

Challenger Learning Center celebrates 25 years

By Janet Dovidio news@thewoodstockindependent.com Woodstock’s Challenge Learning Center marked its 25th anniversary with a celebration on September 10 at an Open House that featured special speakers, tours of the facility, […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independent …
September 24, 2026

Flock, ICE, proclamations and concerns over ordinance at City Council

By Jennifer Zittnannews@thewoodstockindependent.com During public comments of the Sept. 15 Woodstock City Council meeting there was concern over an ICE raid, concern about the city’s contract with Flock, and concern […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independent …
September 24, 2026

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Courtesy Photo. Turning Point staff pose with donation from Corey's Bagels and ASAP Plumbing.

Local businesses give back to Turning Point

By R.M. Brands news@thewoodstockindependent.com Thursday, August 20, was a good day for Turning Point, the nonprofit organization based in Woodstock that offers services and support to domestic violen…
September 18, 2026

Locals experience county fair to the full

TRICIA CARZOLI Locals enjoyed six days of fun at The McHenry County Fair this year as the fair celebrated 78 years in the community.Hands-on activities, real-life experiences, Skinner’s Amusements, 4-…
August 14, 2026

‘People feel comfortable and safe here’

Woodstock Water Works still a cool retreat in its 25th year By R.M. Brands news@thewoodstockindependent.com A particularly hot July has made Woodstock Water Works the place to be this summer. [&hellip…
July 31, 2026

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Courtesy Photo. Turning Point staff pose with donation from Corey's Bagels and ASAP Plumbing.

Local businesses give back to Turning Point

By R.M. Brands news@thewoodstockindependent.com Thursday, August 20, was a good day for Turning Point, the nonprofit organization based in Woodstock that offers services and support to domestic …
September 18, 2026
Independent photo by McKenna Sweet. Woodstock Travel Services opened July 13 on the Square with full-service planning for customers looking to plan anything from trips to destination weddings.

New travel services available on Main Street

Longtime travel agents open Woodstock Travel Services on Square By McKenna Sweet news@thewoodstockindependent.com Dana Prichard and Tori Witt opened the doors to Woodstock Travel Services on July 13 t…
July 31, 2026

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Photo by Kevin Lyons. From left to right, NASA Flight Director Chris Dobbins; Madeline Huff, intern with Kivo Bio; NASA astronaut and educator Dottie Metcalf-Lindenburger; and Denise Brock, director of the Woodstock Challenger Learning Center.

Challenger Learning Center celebrates 25 years

By Janet Dovidio news@thewoodstockindependent.com Woodstock’s Challenge Learning Center marked its 25th anniversary with a celebration on September 10 at an Open House that featured special spea…
September 24, 2026
Forever a teacher: Laura Littner retires from Marian

Forever a teacher: Laura Littner retires from Marian

By Susan W. Murray news@thewoodstockindependent.com “I loved school,” Laura (Martino) Littner said. “I knew I wanted to be a teacher when I was 7 years old.” From 2005 until this […] …
July 22, 2026

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‘Canes fall in league opener

by Steve Peterson Woodstock area football fans also have a second game in town Sept. 11, in addition to the Woodstock-Woodstock North clash. Marian Central, 1-2, 0-1 Chicagoland Christian Conference, …
September 9, 2026

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