Staff Reportnews@thewoodstockindependent.comA countywide Workforce Housing Workgroup has been created to study the availability, challenges, and opportunities related to workforce housing, along with its importance to the economic vitality of McHenry […]
One of the things I most admired about Queen Elizabeth was her ability to remain neutral on matters of state. This doesn’t mean she had no influence on outcomes. She […]
MCRide expanding hours for Dial-A-Ride programHours will change for the MCRide dial-a-ride services through 2023.Starting Jan. 1, MCRide will be available from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily. MCRide is […]
Despite a common misperception that high schools push all students to aspire to a four-year college degree, training for technical and manufacturing careers is a big part of the curriculum. A […]
Robb Tadelman might have secured his seat as McHenry County sheriff with nearly 60 percent of the votes going to him in Tuesday’s two-man Republican primary election.For the record, he […]
Groundhog Days to sponsor ice cream social at concertWoodstock’s Groundhog Days will sponsor an ice cream social in conjunction with the City Band concert Wednesday, June 8, in the Park […]
Local homeowners will find something to help ease the pain when they open their property tax bills next month. That mailing will include instructions on how to apply for a […]
County Board chairman lays out plans for 2019
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