“Birds have wings; they’re free; they can fly where they want when they want. They have the kind of mobility many people envy.” – Roger Tory Peterson, ornithologist/naturalist (1908-1996) “We […]
With a new year, Photo Detective is beginning a new series of photos. We are highlighting the knowledge and pictures of Gene Limbaugh, a lifelong Woodstock resident and longtime owner […]
As the community gets ready for Feb. 2, the Groundhog Days Committee has been preparing for months to ensure a seamless, coordinated event that spills into all aspects of Woodstock. […]
Boy Scout Troop 153 members who are pursuing the Eagle Scout rank faced many challenges during the pandemic years. Some had completed nearly all of their requirements when COVID began, […]
County clerk looking for election judges for April 4 The McHenry County clerk’s office is looking for people willing to serve as election judges for the April 4 consolidated election. […]
Songwriter Randy Newman composed a heartwarming song for the movie “Toy Story” titled “You’ve Got a Friend in Me.” Woodstock is blessed with several major “friends” who have worked long […]
Sheriff appoints new undersheriff, jail chief McHenry County Undersheriff John Bucci and Chief of Corrections Ryan Sciame were sworn in last week after their appointments by first-term Sheriff Robb Tadelman. […]
By Scott Kuykendall As we move deeper into winter, snow is not the only thing that falls onto our paved surfaces. Vast amounts of road salt and other de-icing chemicals […]
Cookies, Legos, and therapy dog Maggie are part of the youth activities offered at the Woodstock Public Library in January. “Our youth services-focused library programs provide a safe and free […]
By Staff Report news@thewoodstockindependent.com If you’re ready to leave Christmas 2022 behind, the city of Woodstock will be happy to mulch your tree and recycle unwanted holiday lights. The Department […]
Larry Lough is editor of The Independent and reports local news.
Janet Dovidio has been a freelance correspondent for The Independent for eight years.
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