By R.M. Brandsnews@thewoodstockindependent.com An overcast day did little to stop the infectious, joyful mood bursting from a bustling Woodstock Square on Sunday, June 14, for its annual PrideFest celebration. Dozens […]
By Janet Dovidio news@thewoodstockindependent.com More than 30 opportunities and programs for fitness, education, and social activities are listed on the calendar of SOAR@Dorr (Serving Older Active Residents). Those programs are […]
Groom Woodstock opens on Route 47 By Susan W. Murray news@thewoodstockindependent.com In the five years that the Dulin family has owned Groom Huntley at 12388 Princeton Drive in Huntley, they […]
By Jim Stockwell The other day, a buddy and I were discussing what was more relaxing, camping or channel surfing on your television. After a bit of a debate, I […]
Mike Shukis retires as superintendent at Marian By Susan W. Murray news@thewoodstockindependent.com In 2019, when administrators in the Diocese of Rockford asked Mike Shukis to take over as superintendent at […]
By Steve Peterson news@thewoodstockindependent.com Marian Central saluted its senior baseball players, three of whom will be going on to play collegiate baseball next season, recently on senior day. TJ Cutrona […]
By Steve Peterson news@thewoodstockindependent.com Girls basketball in the Woodstock District 200 schools will see some changes this fall. Woodstock High School’s Athletic Department announced a girls basketball head coaching change […]
The team earned 12 gold and nine silver medals By Kevin Lyons District 200 The Special Olympics Team of Woodstock School District 200 triumphantly marched through Prairiewood and Creekside schools […]
By Steve Peterson news@thewoodstockindependent.com Woodstock Class of 2026 member Matthew Cress and Marian Central’s Dan French were selected to participate in the 52nd Annual Illinois Shrine All-Star Football Game at […]
By Steve Peterson news@thewoodstockindependent.com The Illinois Softball Coaches Association (ISCA) announced its all-state selections after the state softball finals were concluded. Marian Central pitcher senior Christine Chmiel earned a Class […]
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.
