By Kevin Lyons District 200 A few dozen Woodstock and Woodstock North high school girls are already considering lacing up cleats in the fall of 2026, as District 200’s first-ever […]
By Steve Peterson news@thewoodstockindependent.com Woodstock’s girls bowling team snared the final of four sectional qualifying spots at its IHSA Regional to advance to the sectional round. The Blue Streaks had […]
On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 12:44 p.m., the Woodstock Fire/Rescue District responded to the 4300 block of Gayle Drive for a reported vehicle crash with entrapment. Crews arrived a […]
Colin Kowalsku, a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School, is the son of Natalie and Todd Kowalsky. His teacher said, “Colin is a three-sport athlete who is a true […]
Dan French continues to make history for Marian Central Catholic High School wrestling. The Hurricanes’ 190-pounder captured a Regional championship, officially qualifying for sectionals for the third straight year. Earlier […]
By Steve Peterson news@thewoodstockindependent.com History took place on May 10, 1974, a Friday afternoon at a Woodstock track. The newly formed Marian Central Catholic High School girls track-and-field team took […]
By Steve Peterson news@thewoodstockindependent.com Woodstock North’s Ava Caldwell gained runner-up honors at the Fox Valley Conference-Kishwaukee River Conference league meet. Caldwell finished with a 1,164 total pinfall, close to champion […]
Kinsley Wheeler, a sophomore at Woodstock North High School, is the daughter of Jenny and Bill Hamill, and Wes Wheeler. Her teacher said, “Kinsley is a hard worker who consistently […]
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