2020 Yearbook Edition
December 16, 2020
“Bear“ 4-month-old males Hi there! My name is Bear. I am a Lab/retriever mix available for adoption at Helping Paws Animal Shelter. I entered the shelter along with my nine […]
My son flaps his hands and makes loud noises in public. Usually people are very kind about this. They smile. They give us space. I can’t remember the last time […]
With more time spent inside and less ambition to do big shopping at crowded stores, for reasons we can all relate to, many people are thinking of different ways to […]
In my columns, I try to promote the use of native plants in your landscape. Sometimes though the heart must have what the heart desires. I’m talking about chrysanthemums, which […]
Shoppers have two more chances this season to experience Woodstock’s Ladies Nite Out on the Square. COVID-19 restrictions have modified the event this year, spreading out the fun over multiple […]
“Pinto & Lima“ 4-month-old males If you’re looking for the purrfect pair of kittens, siblings Pinto and Lima are for you! These adorable brothers and their three siblings were born […]
The winter holiday season is a natural time to reflect on those things for which we are thankful. At the top of most people’s list are family, friends, and health. […]
Woodstock Area Community Ministries is facing the same challenges as are other outreach programs in this area. “The pandemic has hit us hard,” said Renee Witt, WACM president. “Most of […]
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.