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Baking a name for herself: Woodstock resident launches J&G Pastries

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Jessica Cook moved to Woodstock for its family-friendly atmosphere. The initials in her J&G Pastries stand for Jessica and her 8-year-old son, Grayson. Here, Cook stands with some of her baked creations for parties, holidays, and events. ”The community has been really supportive,” she said. (Independent photo by Ken Farver)

When Jessica Cook was enrolled in a home economics class at Hoffman Estates High School, the students each made a mini cheesecake.“I loved the response when I gave it to […]

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Susan W. Murray

Susan W. Murray wrote for The Independent, covering various beats, from 2005 to 2008, returning to the paper as a writer in 2018. A 26-year resident of Woodstock, she taught English, American history, and religion to junior high students at St. Mary School for nine years.
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Picture of Susan W. Murray

Susan W. Murray

Susan W. Murray wrote for The Independent, covering various beats, from 2005 to 2008, returning to the paper as a writer in 2018. A 26-year resident of Woodstock, she taught English, American history, and religion to junior high students at St. Mary School for nine years.
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