On April 25 and 26, the Woodstock Food Pantry hosted a collection area in front of two Jewel entrances. Seventeen pantry volunteers worked in shifts to greet patrons as they entered the store and to ask that they consider buying an item or two of shelf-stable items to contribute to “friends in need.” A donation […]
By Janet Dovidio This week, we celebrate the uniquely American holiday of Thanksgiving, a day whose centerpiece is the gathering of family and friends to share a special meal. I am a writer for The Woodstock Independent, but it is as a board member of the Woodstock Food Pantry that I write to express our […]
“It’s more than just food” and “Neighbors helping neighbors in Jesus’ name” are the headlines on the website for the Neighbors Food Pantry of Wonder Lake, which has served families and individuals throughout McHenry County for nearly 40 years. The food pantry, which is a partner ministry of Nativity Lutheran Church in Wonder Lake, is […]
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.
