Observations of a poetry geek
April 2, 2025
April, National Poetry Month, is here again, a time to celebrate verse and its importance in our culture. Introduced in 1996, the occasion is observed each year by the Academy […]
April, National Poetry Month, is here again, a time to celebrate verse and its importance in our culture. Introduced in 1996, the occasion is observed each year by the Academy […]
By Larry Loughnews@the woodstockindependent.com Although the city has filed eminent domain proceedings to take a vacant downtown lot from a private owner, a settlement out of court is still the […]
Everything you need to know about toter delivery, pickup By Eileen Millardnews@the woodstockindependent.com When the city’s new trash and recycling program starts on July 1, all residents should have received […]
State Farm, American Family Insurance among plaintiffs in complaints against Nicor Gas, NPL Construction, Visu-Sewer By Susan W. Murraynews@the woodstockindependent.com Insurance companies that have collectively paid out more than $1.6 […]
By Kevin Lyons district 200 A longtime Thunder assistant coach eager to build on recent success was tapped as the new Woodstock North High School head football coach. Jeremiah Homuth, […]
You should have everything you need to cast an informed vote in next week’s election of a voting majority of the seven-member Woodstock City Council. Mayor Mike Turner, who is […]
No Illinois cases reported to date, but national numbers have increased in 2025 By Eileen Millardnews@the woodstockindependent.com Although the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has not reported […]
On Saturday, March 29, 2025, at 12:25 a.m., the Woodstock Fire/Rescue District responded to the area of Washburn Street and Brown Street in Woodstock for a reported motor vehicle crash […]
PRESS RELEASE On Thursday, March 27, 2025, at 12:03 p.m., the Woodstock Fire/Rescue District responded to the intersection of Route 120 and N. Queen Anne Road for a reported crash with […]
By Larry Lough news@the woodstockindependent.com Imagine Route 47 with four lanes of new pavement from U.S. 14 to Route 120, enhanced lighting at intersections, upgraded landscaping, and improved crosswalks for […]
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.