Staff Report news@thewoodstockindependent.com A 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 County communities. According a news release, data from the McHenry County Workforce Network Board indicate 65 percent of workers in the county earn […]
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 was quiet, careful and disciplined, and her presence attracted leaders across the world. I’m having my own regal moment here. The passage of House Bill […]
MCRide expanding hours for Dial-A-Ride program Hours 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 not in service on major holidays. The base fare will remain $1.50 for seniors or people with disabilities and $3 for all other […]
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 commitment to that preparation in Woodstock School District 200 will establish a hands-on metals and manufacturing lab at Woodstock North High School to mirror […]
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 officially won the Republican nomination for sheriff in a race against Tony Colatorti. But with no Democrat having filed for the office – and […]
Groundhog Days to sponsor ice cream social at concert Woodstock’s Groundhog Days will sponsor an ice cream social in conjunction with the City Band concert Wednesday, June 8, in the Park in the Square. People are encouraged to bring a blanket or folding chair for the 7 p.m. performance on the bandstand, where Woodstock Willie […]
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 rebate from the $15 million that the McHenry County Board voted last week to return to taxpayers from the surplus at Valley Hi Nursing Home. […]
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