9/9/26 Elementary & Middle School Student of the Week
September 25, 2026
Genesis Reynoso, senior at Woodstock High School, is the daughter of Hector and Letica Reynoso. Her teacher said “Genesis is a go-getter type of student. She goes above and beyond, […]
By R.M Brands news@thewoodstockindependent.com A large crowd milled around the McHenry County Fair Association Fairgrounds on a cool September morning as they waited for the 9/11 memorial stair climb to […]
By McKenna Sweet news@thewoodstockindependent.com After 28 years, the Fall Diddley is returning to the McHenry County Fairgrounds with over 200 vendors selling handmade goods. The craft show, sponsored by the […]
By Janet Dovidio news@thewoodstockindependent.com Woodstock’s Challenge Learning Center marked its 25th anniversary with a celebration on September 10 at an Open House that featured special speakers, tours of the facility, […]
By Jennifer Zittnannews@thewoodstockindependent.com During public comments of the Sept. 15 Woodstock City Council meeting there was concern over an ICE raid, concern about the city’s contract with Flock, and concern […]
By Steve Peterson Woodstock (4-1) went to Johnsburg (4-1) on Friday night to take on the Skyhawks.The game opened with Woodstock scoring a touchdown on a 13 play 80-yard drive, […]
By R.M. Brands news@thewoodstockindependent.com Thursday, August 20, was a good day for Turning Point, the nonprofit organization based in Woodstock that offers services and support to domestic violence victims. ASAP […]
On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, just after 1 p.m., the Woodstock Fire/Rescue District responded to 2020 N. Seminary Ave. for a report of a person who had sustained a significant […]
by Steve Peterson Woodstock area football fans also have a second game in town Sept. 11, in addition to the Woodstock-Woodstock North clash. Marian Central, 1-2, 0-1 Chicagoland Christian Conference, […]
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.