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WHS senior Julia Laidig (near court) at the net against WNHS junior Gabriella Schefke in the crosstown volleyball contest hosted by Woodstock High School Sept. 23. Independent Photo by Higher Focus Photography

Thunder sweeps Blue Streaks in crosstown volleyball match

By Juel Mecklenburgnews@thewoodstockindependent.com The Woodstock North Thunder volleyball team swept the Woodstock Blue Streaks in a two-set commanding win on the Sept. 23. Set one ended with a score of 25-14, […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independent …
October 3, 2024
Courtesy Photo The quilts crafted by members of Grace Lutheran’s Sewing Circle for Lutheran World Relief and local nursing homes are shown displayed in the church’s sanctuary.

‘God’s work. Our hands.’

Grace Lutheran Church members lend their hands to God’s workBy Janet Dovidionews@thewoodstockindependent.com Since 2013, Woodstock’s Grace Lutheran Church members have celebrated an annual day of service for the Evangelical Lutheran Church […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independen…
October 2, 2024

‘I have always loved feeding people’

Cottage Food Laws allow home-based businesses to thriveBy Tricia Carzolinews@thewoodstockindependent.comLocal entrepreneur Jen Cheski has been offering artisan breads out of her home throughout the summer – and now offers online […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independent …
October 1, 2024

Railfest to showcase local businesses

Annual model train event is rolling into town Oct. 12 and 13By Tricia Carzolinews@thewoodstockindependent.comWhat started as a way to bring a little steam to the community through window train displays […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independent …
October 1, 2024

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Courtesy Photo The quilts crafted by members of Grace Lutheran’s Sewing Circle for Lutheran World Relief and local nursing homes are shown displayed in the church’s sanctuary.

‘God’s work. Our hands.’

Grace Lutheran Church members lend their hands to God’s work By Janet Dovidio news@thewoodstockindependent.com  Since 2013, Woodstock’s Grace Lutheran Church members have celebrated an a…
October 2, 2024
Independent photo by Tricia Carzoli Jen Cheski, owner of Worth Her Salt Sourdough, shows off her signature multigrain loaf.

‘I have always loved feeding people’

Cottage Food Laws allow home-based businesses to thrive By Tricia Carzoli news@thewoodstockindependent.com Local entrepreneur Jen Cheski has been offering artisan breads out of her home throu…
October 1, 2024

Railfest to showcase local businesses

Annual model train event is rolling into town Oct. 12 and 13 By Tricia Carzoli news@thewoodstockindependent.com What started as a way to bring a little steam to the community through window t…
October 1, 2024

2024 McHenry County Farm Stroll

The self-guided McHenry County Farm Stroll was held on the Sunday the 29th. 11 area farms from Harvard, Hebron, Woodstock and the McHenry County College student farm took part. Visitors were free to r…
September 29, 2024

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Railfest to showcase local businesses

Annual model train event is rolling into town Oct. 12 and 13 By Tricia Carzoli news@thewoodstockindependent.com What started as a way to brin…
October 1, 2024

Woodstock Art Fair on the Square

75 artists presented their works on the Square Sept. 21 and 22 in new art fair eventWoodstock artist Rolley Bateman III talks with visitors to his boo…
September 25, 2024

State News

Consumers likely to pay more each month for utilities’ infrastructure improvements

Illinois Commerce Commission Chair Doug Scott presides over a commission meeting in Chicago in late January. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)
 By ANDREW ADAMSCapitol News Illinoisaadams@capitolnewsillinois.comCHICAGO — State regulators are again considering massive electric utility spending plans that would affect the state’s climate goals – and 5.4 million electric customers’ monthly […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Inde…
March 18, 2024

Critics of governor’s budget proposal: Disappointed, insulted, deeply concerned; but comptroller praises ‘targeted approach’ as revenue proposals draw ire of GOP, interest groups

Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza – the state’s chief financial officer – is swarmed by reporters for her reaction to Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s proposed budget moments after leaving the House of Representatives chambers. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)
By ALEX ABBEDUTO, COLE LONGCOR  and JERRY NOWICKICapitol News Illinoisnews@capitolnewsillinois.comSPRINGFIELD – The annual process of negotiating the state budget kicked off Wednesday with Gov. J.B. Pritzker proposing a $52.7 billion […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independent …
February 22, 2024

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Business

Independent photo by Tricia Carzoli Jen Cheski, owner of Worth Her Salt Sourdough, shows off her signature multigrain loaf.

‘I have always loved feeding people’

Cottage Food Laws allow home-based businesses to thrive By Tricia Carzoli news@thewoodstockindependent.com Local entrepreneur Jen Cheski has been offering artisan breads out of her home throu…
October 1, 2024

Taking care of his people, company

B & Z Electrical changes hands while continuing its legacyBy Susan W. Murraynews@thewoodstockindependent.comIndependent Photo by Andrew RouseyJohn and Anita Barger stand in front of one of B &…
September 25, 2024
Founder Connor Cummings rests on exercise equipment in front of artist Katie Chung’s mural at Divided Labs. The gym provides one-on-one personal training and nutrition support for clients. “With fitness and wellness coaching, you can create lasting change,” Cummings said. Independent Photo by Andrew Rousey

Divided Labs = scientific fitness

Woodstock gym offers scientific approach to fitness, wellnessBy Susan W. Murraynews@thewoodstockindependent.comDivided Labs founder Connor Cummings firmly believes that “physiology is so important for…
September 17, 2024

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Schools

District 200 photo The D-200 Staff Spotlight shines on Mary Endres Elementary School physical education teacher Steve Ryan and associate Ana Carreno. They were recognized by the school board after being nominated by their principal, Christi Ruiz. Several Mary Endres students also spoke in their honor. Pictured, from left, are: Ava Richer, Olive Newman, Steve Ryan, Emma Elizarraaraz-Urbina, Ana Carreno, Dalia Villagomez, Christi Ruiz, and Lily Hendon.

D-200 school board approves budget

Construction debt reduced to $91.2MBy Caryl Dierksennews@thewoodstockindependent.com The Woodstock School District 200 Board of Education unanimously approved the budget for the 2024-2025 school year …
October 1, 2024
Woodstock North homecoming a win from start to finish

Woodstock North homecoming a win from start to finish

Woodstock North started its homecoming festivities with a stroll around the Woodstock square and finished the night with a win over the Johnsburg Skyhawks. Subscribe or Login to continue reading…
September 28, 2024

Sports

Streaks Get Hollywood Ending to Homecoming

Streaks Get Hollywood Ending to Homecoming

After a week long homecoming celebration, which included a return of the traditional “Powder Puff” flag football competition after a several years absence, the Woodstock Blue Streaks took …
October 5, 2024

Hurricanes win 42-8 on homecoming weekend

By Juel Mecklenburgnews@thewoodstockindependent.com Marian Central Hurricanes won big against Christ the King in their homecoming game Sept. 27, giving the student body something to dance about. In th…
October 3, 2024

Student of the week

Student of the Week

Student of the Week

Marianne Pacini, a senior at Woodstock High School, is the daughter of Victor Pacini and Brenda Beard of Woodstock. Her teacher commented “I am so ble…
September 25, 2024

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