Songwriter Randy Newman composed a heartwarming song for the movie “Toy Story” titled “You’ve Got a Friend in Me.” Woodstock is blessed with several major “friends” who have worked long […]
Farmers market hours now into fall, planning for winter Get the fresh sweet corn and just-picked tomatoes while you can. Woodstock Farmers Market has its final Tuesday market of the […]
Walking race Sept. 10 will benefit Opera House Only 30 teams of two to six members each will be allowed for The Amazing Woodstock Race, a fundraiser for Friends of […]
People who have questions or concerns about the ongoing Old Courthouse project probably should take a look inside and hear the story of the 1857 building – its past and […]
The nonprofit Friends of the Old Courthouse encourages local residents to “Shower our Seniors With Love!” Residents of all ages can drop off cards with uplifting notes, as well as […]
Old Courthouse restoration to benefit from Sept. 21 fundraiser
Commission suggests plan to architect for hotel, banquet room
Top stories of past year yet to write their final chapter
Friends of the Old Courthouse is raising money for restoration Friends of the Old Courthouse will launch two fundraising efforts this month when they host a murder mystery dinner and […]
A local teachers union is covering the city of Woodstock’s expense for a marker recognizing a famous labor leader. McHenry County Federation of Teachers Local 1642 has donated $1,500 to […]
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.
