Is a cannabis growing center what we want? I am rather upset that local Woodstock people had not voiced themselves over the [proposed] taking away the children’s and young people’s […]
Before you leave the house again, make sure you’re fully prepared. Your checklist should include: • Create a list of tasks and errands in order to make efficient use of your […]
People who positively influence the lives of others are blessings to everyone. Jacqueline “Jackie” Dean, who died July 7 in Florida at the age of 90, taught fifth-graders at Dean […]
School board should see alternatives to bond plan Jacob Homuth’s thoughtful remarks (The Independent, Guest Column, July 1) on the financing of the [school] district’s debt show that Dr. [Mike] […]
Just to be on the safe side … That must the unwavering precondition we all adopt as we make our way through the Phase 4 jungle of Restore Illinois, the […]
As I watched events unfold in Woodstock last week, I was filled with awe, pride, gratitude, and a tremendous sense of community. While wearing masks and social distancing, the people […]
Who should we blame for racism in America? To continue the discussion of Superintendent Moan (guest column, The Independent, June 17) with his history background and to provoke discussion in our […]
Maybe “everything is on the table” when it comes to options for addressing the $161 million bond debt in Woodstock School District 200. That’s what one board member said in […]
By Jacob Homuth In 2006, the voters of Woodstock School District 200 authorized the Board of Education to borrow money to build three new schools to address anticipated student growth […]
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.
