“Birds have wings; they’re free; they can fly where they want when they want. They have the kind of mobility many people envy.” – Roger Tory Peterson, ornithologist/naturalist (1908-1996) “We […]
As we head into the new year, I am excited for efforts to make 2023 the “Year of the Farmer.” Illinois Farm Families, a coalition composed of the Illinois Farm […]
By Peter Hancock Capitol News Illinois p.hancock@capitolnewsillinois.com SPRINGFIELD – Jan. 1 marked the beginning of a significant change in the state’s criminal justice system – the elimination of cash bail. […]
“Christmas is doing a little something extra for someone.” – Charles M. Schulz “The true Christmas spirit is putting others’ happiness before our own, and finding you’ve never known such […]
By Marcey Ciaccio As we approach another busy holiday season, I hope you’re able to find time to pause and reflect on the things you are most thankful for. Oftentimes, […]
By Jan Bosman Santa was in a hurry to get started Christmas Eve. The toys were stacked; the sleigh was packed; the reindeer hitched to leave. He should have checked […]
In 1963, I was teaching business education for my fourth year. Married about 2½ years, I lived on Randolph Street in Walworth, Wis., in a one-bedroom house that my husband […]
Were you one of the 108,979 McHenry County residents who voted in the Nov. 8 election? Or were you among the 117,730 registered voters who didn’t cast a ballot? For […]
By Marcey Ciaccio On Tuesday, Nov. 15, The Community Foundation for McHenry County will celebrate our favorite holiday – National Philanthropy Day. The term “philanthropy” sometimes intimidates people, but Merriam-Webster […]
In the early morning hours of Oct. 28, the violent, ugly threats of the past few years targeting House Speaker Nancy Pelosi grew feet, grabbed a hammer, walked through the […]
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.
