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independent photo by ken farver A handwritten “closed” sign is taped to the Public House door.

Factors contribute to Public House closure

After more than 20 years in business, the Woodstock Public House closed its doors for good on March 30, due to a “culmination” of factors, said Kathryn Loprino, who owns […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independant …
April 11, 2024
Independent photo by Ken Farver It was a full house at the Opera House for the April 2 meeting. Opponents of the Lennar Riverwoods development project dressed in green for solidarity.

Council votes 7-0 to approve Lennar development

After a five-and-a half hour meeting held April 2 in the Woodstock Opera House, the Woodstock City Council unanimously approved the controversial Lennar Homes Riverwoods housing development on Woodstock’s east […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independant …
April 11, 2024

New bakery to open in former Swiss Maid location

TheWoodstockIndependent previously reported on Paulie’s Italian Bakery and Deli’s initial announcement that it would be moving into the former Swiss Maid Bakery location at 122 N. Benton St. Prior to […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independant …
April 11, 2024

‘We are in a great spot’

ByCarylDierksen Michael Moan is a man who believes in setting goals. It works well for him, given the many responsibilities he juggles as superintendent of Woodstock School District 200. Last […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independant …
April 3, 2024

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Lights of ‘compassion and patience’

Lights of ‘compassion and patience’

BySusanW.Murray The Empire State Building, the Eiffel Tower, … Woodstock’s Old Courthouse Center? On March 21, which was World Down Syndrome Day, landmarks on six continents were bathed in blue [&hell…
April 3, 2024

Celebrity birthday quiz: Which one said it?

I celebrated a birthday last Thursday – I won’t say which one, but it wasn’t a “milestone.” It was on March 14, one day shy of the dreaded “Ides of […] Subscribe or Login to continue…
March 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.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 Independant …
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 Independant …
February 22, 2024

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independent photo by ken farver A handwritten “closed” sign is taped to the Public House door.

Factors contribute to Public House closure

After more than 20 years in business, the Woodstock Public House closed its doors for good on March 30, due to a “culmination” of factors, said Kathryn Loprino, who owns the restaurant with her husban…
April 11, 2024

New bakery to open in former Swiss Maid location

TheWoodstockIndependent previously reported on Paulie’s Italian Bakery and Deli’s initial announcement that it would be moving into the former Swiss Maid Bakery location at 122 N. Benton St. Prior to …
April 11, 2024
independent photo by ken farver Miguel and Janeth Ramirez are in the midst of making improvements to the interior of the Main Street PourHouse. The Ramirezes purchased the restaurant in early March. It will be renamed Pourhouse Bar and Grill and will have a completely new menu by mid-May.

Business Buzz

BySusanW.Murray Spring arrived on March 19 and with it, a hum of activity on Woodstock’s business scene. At The Woodstock Independent, we’re keeping track of openings, changes of ownership, spring [&h…
April 3, 2024

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