By Steve Peterson news@thewoodstockindependent.com For the third straight season, Marian Central’s girls tennis team is heading to the IHSA Class 1A State Finals. The Hurricanes came home with the first-place […]
By Steve Peterson news@thewoodstockindependent.com For the seventh straight season, Woodstock’s boys team is the Kishwaukee River Conference boys cross-country champion. The Blue Streaks did so in dominating fashion, with a […]
Lila McGovern, a senior at Woodstock North High School, is the daughter of Megan Miller and Patrick McGovern. Their teacher said, “I’m thrilled to announce Lila as our ‘Student of […]
Saul Santana, a sophomore at Woodstock North High School, made history by breaking the school record for the most goals in a season with an incredible 29 goals. He’s battled […]
Safely Dispose of Unused or Expired Medications on Saturday, October 25 WOODSTOCK, Ill. — The Woodstock Police Department invites residents to participate in National Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 10:00 […]
By Steve Peterson news@thewoodstockindependent.com Woodstock North had a solid Kishwaukee River Conference tennis tournament, placing second to defending champion Johnsburg. “WNHS had strong contributions from Katie Baker at No. 1 […]
By Steve Peterson news@thewoodstockindependent.com Marian Central’s two IHSA State Golf Finals qualifiers, Jordan Cheng and Luca Kittel, advanced to the second day of competition. Cheng, a sophomore, shot a 185 […]
Lucas Ball, a junior at Woodstock High School, is the son of Devin and Brad Ball. His teacher said, “Lucas is truly an exceptional individual. His kindness, inclusivity, and generosity […]
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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