Woodstock resident Chris Gehrke, current president of VFW Woodstock Auxiliary 5040, is celebrating 50 years of involvement and dedication to the group. “During my many years as a member of […]
“June“ 3-year-old female June is a gorgeous 3-year-old calico cat available for adoption at Helping Paws Animal Shelter. She loves physical touch and being around people. Once you give her […]
One of the major sources of fill in our landfills – and in fact, the greatest one by percentage – is food waste. The Environmental Defenders’ Waste Reduction Action Team […]
After a five-month state-mandated closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Independence Health & Therapy’s Adult Day and Memory Care program in Woodstock has reopened. This closure was part of the […]
“Parker“ 3-year-old male Parker is a 3-year-old mixed breed up for adoption at Helping Paws Animal Shelter. He is a very sweet and loving boy who enjoys going on long […]
By Shelli Chinlund – Joy in the Journey Sometimes a movie just resonates with you to your core. For me, it was the 1989 hit directed by Ron Howard, starring […]
Many events have been canceled by the coronavirus pandemic, but not this coming weekend’s annual plant sale of the Friends of the Woodstock Public Library. “I’m thrilled we’re going to […]
“Mocha“ 1-year-old female Mocha came to Helping Paws with her litter of kittens. She is a domestic shorthair, and if you want someone to talk to, Mocha enjoys a great […]
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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