Nicholas Wagner is a senior at Woodstock North High School. He is the son of Marjory and Thomas Wagner, Bull Valley. “Nick is a role model to all students for […]
Davan O’Leary is a junior at Woodstock High School. He is the son of Olivia and Connor O’Leary, Woodstock. “Davan earned the best grade on the first chemistry […]
Jaime Atadero is a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School. She is the daughter of Jennifer and Arsenio Atadero, Algonquin. “Jaime is one of the most positive, […]
Rickie Hester is a senior at Woodstock North High School. He is the son of Denise and Rickie Hester, Woodstock. “Rickie works hard and tries his best everyday. […]
Tyler Butler is a senior at Woodstock High School. He is the son of Sarah and Steve Butler, Woodstock. “Tyler was elected to be president of the marketing […]
Maggie Finnegan is a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School. She is the daughter of Sean and Lisa Finnegan, McHenry. “Maggie is a fantastic young woman. She always strives […]
Ethan Miranda is a senior at Woodstock North High School. He is the son of Chita and Eric Miranda, Woodstock. “Ethan has been a foundational member of my […]
Caileigh Widmayer is a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School. She is the daughter of Dan and Erin Widmayer, Woodstock. “Caileigh is a committed young […]
Keegan Given is a junior at Woodstock North High School. He is the son of Lisa and Gregory Given, Wonder Lake. “Keegan is a great tutor. […]
Megan Baker is a junior at Woodstock High School. Mrs. Brainard, the teacher who nominated Megan for Student of the Week, said she is “always willing to help others and […]
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.
