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Independent Photos by Eileen Millard Stephanie Pilat (left), McHenry, and Katie Karpiel, Wonder Lake, attend a June 8 rally in Woodstock to show support for women’s rights and immigrant rights.

‘United We Resist’ rally crowd spans generations

By Eileen Millardnws@thewoodstockindepenDEnt.com Hundreds of people gathered on the Square June 8 for a “United We Resist” rally. The event, sponsored by the McHenry County chapter of NOW, was described […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independent …
June 17, 2025
independent photo by andrew rousey Signs in subdivisions near a proposed slaughterhouse on SunBerry Farm on Greenwood Road say, “Protect our water. ...’

Slaughterhouses serve market, but where do we put them?

By Susan W. Murraynews@the woodstockindependent.com Two slaughterhouse proposals winding their way through site plan reviews and eventual votes by the McHenry County Board are creating friction between the business owners […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independent …
June 16, 2025

Woodstock Pride 2025

The city has been filled with color this weekend as Woodstock came out to show its PRIDE and celebrate diversity with people who came out from far and near. Follow […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independent …
June 15, 2025

And the winner is…

Kiera Merrell crowned Miss Woodstock, Myla McAdow wins Little Miss Woodstock Staff Report news@thewoodstockindependent.com Kiera Merrell, a 17-year-old senior-to-be at Woodstock High School, was named Miss Woodstock 2025 at the […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independent …
June 15, 2025

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Woodstock Pride 2025

Woodstock Pride 2025

The city has been filled with color this weekend as Woodstock came out to show its PRIDE and celebrate diversity with people who came out from far and near. Follow the gallery link below to enjoy some…
June 15, 2025
Merrell (below) shares the excitement of the moment with Myla McAdow, the 2025 Little Miss Woodstock winner. Independent Photos by Andrew Rousey

And the winner is…

Kiera Merrell crowned Miss Woodstock, Myla McAdow wins Little Miss Woodstock Staff Report news@thewoodstockindependent.com Kiera Merrell, a 17-year-old senior-to-be at Woodstock High School, …
June 15, 2025

Images from the Food Truck Fest

It was all hands on deck for Your Sister’s Tomato at the Woodstock Food Truck Fest Saturday afternoon. Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock In…
June 8, 2025

2025 Miss Woodstock Crowned

On Friday night attendees at the Woodstock Opera House saw the crowing of the 2025 Miss, and Little Miss, Woodstock at the Miss Woodstock Scholarship Pageant. Miss Woodstock 2025, Kiera […] …
June 1, 2025

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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.com CHICAGO — State regulators are again considering massive electric utility spending plans that would affect the state’s climate goals – and 5.4 million electric customers’ […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independent…
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.com SPRINGFIELD – The annual process of negotiating the state budget kicked off Wednesday with Gov. J.B. Pritzker proposing a $52.7 […] 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 From left, Blue Thistle’s co-owners Shannon Bailey and Nancy Leonard stand with some of the merchandise that they will be moving to their new location at 106 N. Benton St., the former home of Curated by D & A.

Trading spaces on the Square

Blue Thistle goes into Curated’s spot, Grove House Market to Blue Thistle’s By Susan W. Murray news@thewoodstockindependent.com These days, space on the Woodstock Square is at a premium, so if [&helli…
June 15, 2025
Independent Photo by Andrew Rousey Local Buffalo Wild Wings GO owner Nilesh Patel is finishing work on the Woodstock location, which is set to open June 10.

Business Buzz

Buffalo Wild Wings GO set to open and other news around town By Susan W. Murray news@thewoodstockindependent.com Work on the storefront for Buffalo Wild Wings GO at 150 S. Eastwood […] …
May 28, 2025
Courtesy photo by Victor Pacini Victor Pacini records a presentation on body safety and speaking out against sexual assault.

From pain to purpose

Victor Pacini’s journey from survivor to speaker ByMariahLejman,MargueriteSchubert,andJaneMcConnell woodstock High school journalism class Victor Pacini’s life could have easily gone down a different …
May 8, 2025

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Schools

Matthew Dickey carefully puts soap into molds while Erik Luevano supervises the process. courtesy photo

Enterprising students score soap sale

ByJanetDovidio news@thewoodstockindpendent.com Students involved in the District 200 Life Connections Enterprise business enjoyed a very large sale in May. Life Connections is a transitional program f…
June 15, 2025

Growing skills at Clay Academy

‘The students have been very invested and have enjoyed watching their work grow, literally.’ By Kevin Lyons District 200 Seeds planted during a class gardening discussion have taken root and [……
June 6, 2025

Sports

Woodstock North Thunder varsity softball defeated the Plano Reapers Monday night at North

North makes short work of Plano

The Woodstock North Thunder took on and took out the Plano Reapers Monday needing just 3 and a half innings to take the victory. The Thunder poured in 8 runs […] Subscribe or Login …
May 20, 2025
On Senior Night, the Marian Central girls varsity softball team celebrates winning their final regular season game.

Marian cruises, stumbles, finishes strong

The Marian Central Hurricanes had scored 4 runs in each of the first 3 innings against the Chicago Christian Knights at Ray Benoy Field Wednesday afternoon. Subscribe or Login to continue…
May 14, 2025

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