A local distillery plans to add outdoor service and tastings to its offerings. Wondertucky Distillery & Bottling Co., 315 E. South St., will be allowed to host outdoor seating and […]
Benton Street Boardwalk was paid for with city TIF funds An outdoor dining project funded by the city of Woodstock has opened just off the Square. The Benton Street Boardwalk, […]
The Woodstock train depot will reopen soon when a new cafe featuring gourmet coffees, sandwiches and to-go meals moves into the space. Bryson Calvin, who owns Main Street PourHouse, plans […]
The southwest corner of Highway 14 and Route 47 could soon have a gas station, convenience store and storage facility after the Woodstock City Council approved a special-use permit for […]
Family-owned Stassen Insurance is proof that excellent customer service and attention to detail are among the keys to a long and successful business. This summer the Woodstock company is commemorating […]
A restaurant on the Woodstock Square will offer video gambling after a divided City Council voted to allow it. La Placita, 108 Cass St., was granted a gambling license May […]
A Woodstock business owner was part of a contingent of manufacturing industry representatives who met with President Donald Trump and other White House officials to discuss issues facing American manufacturers. […]
A local salon will unveil a new look after receiving a $60,000 loan from the city of Woodstock. D&A Salon, 108 N. Benton St., will add new product lines, nail […]
Crystal Lake Marine Services is expanding and rebranding with the help of an $85,000 loan from the city of Woodstock. The business at 1151 Lake Ave. will move in May […]
Some bars and restaurants along Benton Street will host a series of outdoor parties beginning this month. The Woodstock City Council approved a request Feb. 21 to allow a group […]
Larry Lough is editor of The Independent and reports local news.
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