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MobCraft says Nov. 30 is last day of serving in Woodstock, new owners possible By Susan W. Murraynews@the woodstockindependent.com In what can only be viewed as a setback for the […]

MobCraft says Nov. 30 is last day of serving in Woodstock, new owners possible By Susan W. Murraynews@the woodstockindependent.com In what can only be viewed as a setback for the […]

MobCraft says Nov. 30 is last day of serving Woodstock customers, holds out possibility of new ownership By Susan W. Murray The Woodstock Independent In what can only be viewed […]

Arnold Magnetic Technologies to move operations, 100 jobs to Woodstock By Susan W. Murray news@thewoodstockindependent.com The city of Woodstock recently learned that Arnold Magnetic Technologies is moving its operations from […]

Our Happy Space expands in Woodstock Mall; Andy’s World debuts By Susan W. Murray news@thewoodstockindependent.com When the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County decided to shift its Green Spot used bookstore […]

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 throughout the summer – and […]
B & Z Electrical changes hands while continuing its legacy By Susan W. Murray news@thewoodstockindependent.com Independent Photo by Andrew RouseyJohn and Anita Barger stand in front of one of B […]

Woodstock gym offers scientific approach to fitness, wellness By Susan W. Murray news@thewoodstockindependent.com Divided Labs founder Connor Cummings firmly believes that “physiology is so important for mental health.” After eight […]

By Susan W. Murray news@thewoodstockindependent.com Because Dan Annen, the owner of the recently opened Pop-a-doodle-doo – a gourmet popcorn and shake shop at 201 Main St – loves popcorn, he […]

Anyone doing business in Woodstock must register with the city by October 1 By Susan W. Murray news@thewoodstockindependent.com Under the city of Woodstock’s new business registration program, anyone doing business […]

Historic Preservation Commission greenlights landmark status for Dairy Queen By Susan W. Murray news@thewoodstockindependent.com “When you get to the Dairy Queen, take a right . . .” “When you get […]
Larry Lough is editor of The Independent and reports local news.
Janet Dovidio has been a freelance correspondent for The Independent for eight years.
Susan W. Murray wrote for The Independent, covering various beats, from 2005 to 2008.
Tricia Carzoli is a freelance writer and photographer that on community news.