Democracy is a wonderful system for us regular folks. No, not the democratic republic form of our government that allows us to vote a couple of times a year for […]
Four companies interested in developing the site of the former Die Cast factory are expected to present their plans to the City Council in October. “They’re ready to go,” Mayor […]
“What are they saying about Woodstock behind your back?” Because the City Council wants people to say good things, three people from North Star Place Branding and Marketing were in […]
Given the chance to make it easier to put a cannabis dispensary in Woodstock, the City Council decided not to do it. Despite a unanimous vote earlier of the Plan […]
Not until the middle of June 2019 did Woodstock have its first microbrewery producing stouts, ales, and IPAs. Three years later, the city is on the verge of getting its […]
Developers say their proposed truck stop in Woodstock won’t look like one. Rather than cater to big rigs, the diesel pumps in the back of the 4-acre BP property at […]
Five years after withdrawing a plan for registration and inspection of rental properties in Woodstock because of fierce opposition by landlords, the City Council last week approved a limited program […]
In a divided vote, the Woodstock City Council this week approved early plans for a “truck stop” in the city. Council members voted 5-2 for a redevelopment agreement with Graham […]
About a month ago, this column asked you to peer 10 years into the future to imagine what Woodstock could be. Today, we suggest you refocus your foresight for a […]
Metra riders will see a little of the old Woodstock train station in the newly remodeled southeast end of the depot that was opened last week to morning commuters. Benches […]
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.
