Hannah Torkelson is a freshman at Woodstock North High School. She is the daughter of Scott and Heather Torkelson, Woodstock. “Hannah is an asset and a leader in […]
Austin Gibson is a senior at Woodstock High School. He is the son of Brian and Tracy Gibson, Woodstock. “I nominated Austin for his hard work and passion […]
Alexander Eschenbacher is a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School. He is the son of Jennifer and Leroy Eschenbacher, Wonder Lake. “Alex is the definition of what Marian […]
Adam Thomas is a senior at Woodstock High School. He is the son of Daniel and Lori Thomas, Woodstock. “Adam has been involved in art classes and AP […]
Benjamin Schneider is a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School. He is the son of Amy and John Schneider, Algonquin. “Ben is a true leader. His academic drive, […]
Jared Ritter is a senior at Woodstock North High School. He is the son of Kurt and Stephanie Ritter, Woodstock. “Jared is a gifted and passionate student in the […]
Faith Diamond is a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School. She is the daughter of Dan and Jean Diamond, Crystal Lake. “Faith is a model student and […]
Nicholas Wagner is a senior at Woodstock North High School. He is the son of Marjory and Thomas Wagner, Bull Valley. “Nick is a role model to all students for […]
Maggie Finnegan is a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School. She is the daughter of Sean and Lisa Finnegan, McHenry. “Maggie is a fantastic young woman. She always strives […]
Ethan Miranda is a senior at Woodstock North High School. He is the son of Chita and Eric Miranda, Woodstock. “Ethan has been a foundational member of my […]
Larry Lough is editor of The Independent and reports local news.
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