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11/4/26 Athlete of the Week – Colin Hernon

This season Colin has thrown 69 completions in 107 attempts. He has thrown for 1,067 yards with 11 throwing touchdowns. He also has 3 Rushing Touchdowns. Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independent…

November 6, 2026

11/4/26 Student of the Week – George Kordopitoulas

George Kordopitoulas, a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School, if the son of Gus and Maria Kordopitoulas. His teacher said “George demonstrates an impressive level of commitment and responsibility which has helped him to develop discipline, perseverance and the ability to work with others toward a common goal. He is genuinely kind and respe…

November 6, 2026

Elementary/Middle School Student of the Week – Adam Holland

Creekside Middle School seventh grader, Adam Holland Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independent…

November 6, 2026

Photos: Streaks take down the Wolves, earn first playoff victory since 2009

No one was picking the 7 – 2 Woodstock Blue Streaks to beat the 3 – 7 Prairie Ridge Wolves despite their historically bad season. The pundits all thought that PR, riding a 3 game winning streak after starting 0 – 7 had righted the ship and gave the Streaks no chance against their former […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading …

October 31, 2026

Community

Special experiences for music students

By Janet Dovidio news@thewoodstockindependent.com Two of the musicians in Woodstock High School’s orchestra program have recently enjoyed special educational and performance experiences. “Both studen…

October 22, 2026

Courtesy Photo. Program Director Laura Wassinger (left) and Lynda Rohe, Director of Social Services

SOAR@Dorr celebrates fifth anniversary

by Janet Dovidio news@thewoodstockindependent.com SOAR@Dorr (Serving Older Active Adults) was created in 2021 to establish a center for actively engaged people over 55 to pursue interests and sh…

October 9, 2026

Turning Point to host candlelight vigil

By Jennifer Zittnan news@thewoodstockindependent.com At 6 p.m. on Oct. 15, Turning Point will host their annual candlelight vigil in the Woodstock Square to honor those who have lost their lives…

October 6, 2026

Sept. 11 Memorial stair climb draws firefighters, civilians together

By R.M. Brands Photo by R.M. BrandsOne firefighter making the climb had a tiny stowaway joining him. A large crowd milled around the McHenry County Fair Association Fairgrounds on a cool Septemb…

October 5, 2026

Arts & Entertainment

‘People want to hear stories. Stories bring facts to life’

By Jennifer Zittnan news@thewoodstockindependent.com Book critic, author and professor opens CreativeLiving series Maureen Corrigan, author, …

October 2, 2026

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 vendor…

September 24, 2026

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Business

Find the only Certified Naturally Grown Christmas trees in the Midwest

By R.M. Brands news@thewoodstockindependent.com Ben’s Tree Farm, the only Certified Naturally Grown Christmas tree farm in the Midwest, is set to open for the season on Friday, Nov. 27. Customers can …

October 22, 2026

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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

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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