In March 1864, three long years into the Civil War, local soldiers of the 15th Illinois Infantry Regiment (Companies A, D, and F) returned to Woodstock and McHenry County on […]
Plans for new uses of the Old Courthouse and Sheriff’s House could be ready for City Council review next month. Even though occupancy by new tenants is probably still two […]
Four proposals to make use of the Old Courthouse and Sheriff’s House brought a generally enthusiastic response during the first public airing of the plans. Members of the Old Courthouse […]
Library will host fair to familiarize parents with their local options
St. Louis native finds Woodstock ‘magical’
Theater will be venue for many events during Wizard/Witches fest
WHS student dives into library’s children’s section
Hot fundraiser for library might last only one day
The Hat is back, and once again – for the third year – the Woodstock Square will be transformed into a world of enchantment. The city’s hit fantasy festival of 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.
