Groundhog Day and its movie-inspired festival provide ample opportunity for economic growth in Woodstock, local officials and businesses agree.“This being the 30th anniversary of the film helped,” Real Woodstock marketing […]
“I just wish Harold was still with us, to realize the impact he’s made on Woodstock,” said Bob Hudgins, locations manager for the movie “Groundhog Day,” filmed mostly in Woodstock […]
While much of the rest of the world might have seemed oblivious to the meaning of Feb. 2 and the 1993 movie that gave the national observance special meaning for […]
Groundhog Days is here!With too many activities and events to cram into one day, the five-day celebration provides plenty of opportunities for the community to engage in as many activities […]
“OK, campers, rise and shine, and don’t forget your booties ’cause it’s cooooold out there today!”At 7 a.m. Thursday, an air temperature in single digits is expected to greet the […]
As the community gets ready for Feb. 2, the Groundhog Days Committee has been preparing for months to ensure a seamless, coordinated event that spills into all aspects of Woodstock.“It’s […]
Staff Reportnews@thewoodstockindependent.comStudents in Woodstock School District 200 are getting into the Groundhog Day mood.Third-graders will participate again this year in a coloring contest (look for the winners to be published […]
Groundhog Days are here again … soon.The Groundhog Days Committee has released the 2023 schedule celebrating the 30th anniversary of the release of the movie “Groundhog Day” starring Bill Murray, […]
“It is pretty cool – 02.02.2022,” Houston-area “Groundhog Day” movie superfan Mike Guzman said.He and his friend, Orlando resident Bryan Stenstrup, decided to make the trek to Woodstock for the […]
“To my knowledge, there has never been a movie that has usurped the holiday quite like ‘Groundhog Day’ has,” actor Stephen Tobolowsky said.His portrayal of supporting character Ned Ryerson is […]
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