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Woodstock Lights Up for the Holidays

The holidays are now shining across the town as lights begin turning on for the Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independent Start a free trial, then pay only $6 per month after Free Trial Login …
November 30, 2024
Woodstock North basketball standout Devynn Schulze looks on as her dad and coach, Eric Schulze talks about her at her college signing event at Woodstock North High School. Independent Photo by Vicky Long

North’s Devynn Schulze signs to play D-I

Schulze switches black and teal for the red and white of ISU RedbirdsBy Juel Mecklenburgnews@thewoodstockindependent.com Fullfilling a goal she’s had since middle school, Devynn Shulze, a senior at Woodstock North High […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independent …
November 29, 2024

Many hands provide help

Woodstock community steps up to help residents experiencing food insecurityBy Janet Dovidionews@thewoodstockindependent.com Thanksgiving is a cherished American holiday that celebrates family, friends, and lots of food, with the shared meal usually […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock I…
November 29, 2024

‘Hoping to be part of the arts resurgence’

‘Hoping to be part of the arts resurgence’By Susan W. Murraynews@thewoodstockindependent.comWhen she was 9 years old, Lorette Dodt asked for her first camera and received a Kodak Instamatic with a […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independent …
November 29, 2024

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Nancy Shevel Guest Columnist

Better later than earlier

The third cloudy, damp, and dismal day in a row in mid-November gives one time to reflect and ask oneself, “Have I finished all my garden tasks for the year?” There […] Subscribe or…
November 29, 2024

Many hands provide help

Woodstock community steps up to help residents experiencing food insecurity By Janet Dovidio news@thewoodstockindependent.com  Thanksgiving is a cherished American holiday that celebrate…
November 29, 2024

‘Hoping to be part of the arts resurgence’

‘Hoping to be part of the arts resurgence’ By Susan W. Murray news@thewoodstockindependent.com When she was 9 years old, Lorette Dodt asked for her first camera and received a Kodak Instamati…
November 29, 2024

Arts & Entertainment

Rhines and Harlowe head out on the trail during the filming of “Christmas at the Ranch.” COURTESY PHOTO

‘Christmas on the Ranch’

Woodstock horsewoman helps Nicely Entertainment wrangle another feel-good holiday filmBy Tricia Carzoli and Sandy Kucharskinews@thewoodstockindependen…
November 29, 2024
Independent Photo by Tricia Carzoli Opera House Director Daniel Campbell holds up a piece of the original 1889 Opera House stage floor that was recently replaced. The pieces are for sale as a fundraiser, available at the box office.

Luck, timing, and the art of programming

The Woodstock Opera House – now past post-COVID, post-renovation – looks on to the futureBy Eileen Millardnews@thewoodstockindependent.com“There are 4…
November 19, 2024

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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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Independent Photo by Andrew Rousey Lorette Dodt stands with her jewelry and photography on display in her Dragonfly Studio & Gallery in the Woodstock Mall.

‘Hoping to be part of the arts resurgence’

‘Hoping to be part of the arts resurgence’ By Susan W. Murray news@thewoodstockindependent.com When she was 9 years old, Lorette Dodt asked for her first camera and received a Kodak Instamati…
November 29, 2024
Independent Photo by Andrew Rousey Sidni Larner displays the first batch of doughnuts, warm from the fryer, for the Sip & Social in Crystal Lake on Nov. 9.

Adorable donuts, vintage camper

Happy Camper Donuts coming to the north side of town in the springBy Susan W. Murraynews@thewoodstockindependent.comIn the six years that Sidni Larner lived in the state of Washington, she came [&hell…
November 19, 2024
Squire on the Square has announced a Nov. 12 grand opening date. Independent Photo by Andrew Rousey

Business Buzz

’Tis the season for moving and settling inBy Susan W. Murraynews@thewoodstockindependent.comAs soon as the news broke in August that the Squire on the Square would take over the ground-floor restauran…
November 6, 2024

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Elementary Student of the Week

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November 29, 2024

Student of the Week — WHS Brady Yergens

Brady Yergens, a senior at Woodstock High School, is the son of Eric and Jaime Yergens. The teacher that nominated him said, “Brady is an unbelievably hard working student and […] S…
November 29, 2024

Sports

Student of the Week — WHS Brady Yergens

Brady Yergens, a senior at Woodstock High School, is the son of Eric and Jaime Yergens. The teacher that nominated him said, “Brady is an unbelievably hard working student and athlete. He is always…
November 29, 2024

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Student of the Week: Finn Pivnicka 

Student of the Week: Finn Pivnicka 

Marian Central Catholic High School senior Finn Pivnicka is the son of Steve and Sarah Pivnicka.His teacher commented, “Finn lives out his strong Cath…
November 20, 2024

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