Bryson Calvin, 35, and Yesenia Galarza, 27, are Woodstock residents who are hiking the 2,180-mile Appalachian Trail, from Georgia to Maine. Bryson worked for the McHenry County Conservation District for […]
No one will be surprised, but Democrat Lauren Underwood is running for re-election to Congress in Illinois’ 14th District. The only surprise might be that she chose to make the […]
“Satin” 8-year-old female Sleek and black, charming and mischievous, impish and loving, 8-year-old Satin has got it all covered. The only way to describe this petite girl is by using […]
Quinn Cynor, Swimming Woodstock High School sophomore Quinn Cynor had an awesome 2018-2019 boys swimming season. He broke school records in the 200 freestyle, 200 individual medley, 50 freestyle, 100 […]
“Sassy” 1 1/2-year-old female beagle mix Beagle mix, Sassy, is getting passed by at the shelter and no one can understand why. She’s sweet, energetic, fun, and LOVES people, so […]
Eden Janiga is a junior at Woodstock High School. “Eden has the unique ability to make others around her better, and has already made a lasting impact,” said Mr. Prill, […]
Jeffrey Massman is a senior at Woodstock North High School. He is the son of David and Lisa Massman, Woodstock. “Jeff has been a key contributor to the math team […]
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.
