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Independent Photo by Tricia Carzoli Stephen Tobolowsky reprises his iconic character Ned Ryerson in a Super Bowl commercial filmed in Woodstock in late January 2020.

Stephen Tobolowsky back again, new duties

By Tricia Carzolinews@thewoodstockindependent.comA Woodstock favorite, actor Stephen Tobolowsky, is set to make a return to the city that he said put him on the Hollywood radar.“Woodstock is such a charming […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independent …
January 30, 2025
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Blue Streak Theatre  at wraps up weekend with family-friendly fantasy

By Janet Dovidionews@thewoodstockindependent.com This past weekend, the Blue Streak Theatre program presented “The Neverending Story,” based on the 1979 fantasy novel by Michael Ende, which was produced as a film in […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independent …
January 29, 2025

Oh, COVID, what have you done?

Nearly five years removed, we can safely say that sociologists, psychologists, immunologists, and just about every other “ist” you can think of has written to death about the effects of […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independent …
January 28, 2025

‘Action has magic, grace, and power in it’

Even though it wasn’t a perfect solution, the Woodstock School District 200 Board of Education voted 5-2 at its Jan. 14 meeting to commit to building a 590 kWh solar […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independent …
January 28, 2025

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Independent Photo by Tricia Carzoli Stephen Tobolowsky reprises his iconic character Ned Ryerson in a Super Bowl commercial filmed in Woodstock in late January 2020.

Stephen Tobolowsky back again, new duties

By Tricia Carzoli news@thewoodstockindependent.com A Woodstock favorite, actor Stephen Tobolowsky, is set to make a return to the city that he said put him on the Hollywood radar. “Woodstock …
January 30, 2025

St. Mary, Marian celebrate Catholic schools

By Janet Dovidionews@thewoodstockindependent.com National Catholic Schools Week began in 1974 as an annual celebration of Catholic education in the U.S. Woodstock’s Marian Central Catholic High School…
January 29, 2025

‘It was hard to have just one’

Woodstock breakfast options multiply for post-PrognosticationByTriciaCarzolinews@thewoodstockindependent.comAfter many years, the Groundhog Days Committee decided to do away with the “official” pancak…
January 27, 2025

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Independent Photo by Tricia Carzoli Stephen Tobolowsky reprises his iconic character Ned Ryerson in a Super Bowl commercial filmed in Woodstock in late January 2020.

Stephen Tobolowsky back again, new duties

By Tricia Carzoli news@thewoodstockindependent.com A Woodstock favorite, actor Stephen Tobolowsky, is set to make a return to the city that he s…
January 30, 2025

State News

Consumers likely to pay more each month for utilities’ infrastructure improvements

Illinois Commerce Commission Chair Doug Scott presides over a commission meeting in Chicago in late January. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)
 By ANDREW ADAMSCapitol News Illinoisaadams@capitolnewsillinois.comCHICAGO — State regulators are again considering massive electric utility spending plans that would affect the state’s climate goals – and 5.4 million electric customers’ monthly […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Inde…
March 18, 2024

Critics of governor’s budget proposal: Disappointed, insulted, deeply concerned; but comptroller praises ‘targeted approach’ as revenue proposals draw ire of GOP, interest groups

Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza – the state’s chief financial officer – is swarmed by reporters for her reaction to Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s proposed budget moments after leaving the House of Representatives chambers. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)
By ALEX ABBEDUTO, COLE LONGCOR  and JERRY NOWICKICapitol News Illinoisnews@capitolnewsillinois.comSPRINGFIELD – The annual process of negotiating the state budget kicked off Wednesday with Gov. J.B. Pritzker proposing a $52.7 billion […] Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independent …
February 22, 2024

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Independent photo by Andrew Rousey Susie Frank talks about The Gift Wrap Place, which opened above A New Interiors Anew in December. In addition to traditional gift wrap, the gift bundles in the background are examples of what the shop can put together for a customer as part of its concierge service. Businesses can install a kiosk, as seen behind Frank, and create gift bundles from their own merchandise.

Woodstock’s first wrap stars

The Gift Wrap Place opens on the Woodstock SquareBy Susan W. Murraynews@thewoodstockindependent.comFrom being “The Gift Wrap Girl” at Bergner’s at Spring Hill Mall to wrapping gifts for clients during…
January 30, 2025
Independent photo by Susan W. murray Matt Fisher, Katelynn Jackson, and their children Olive, 7, and Graham, 2, moved back to Woodstock from Denver this summer to be closer to family. Because of the frantic real estate market, they did their house-hunting on Facetime with the help of Katelynn’s mom and aunt.

Agents optimistic for spring

Local real estate market gathering strength for a busy spring?By Susan W. Murraynews@thewoodstockindependent.comWe’re still 10 days away from knowing whether Woodstock Willie is going to predict an ea…
January 23, 2025
Courtesy Photo Dordan CEO Daniel Slavin (left) is pictured with his grandson and newest employee, Julian Slavin.

Continuing the legacy

Dordan welcomes the fourth generation, securing multi-generational growthProvided by Dordan ManufacturingDordan Manufacturing, the 62-year-old custom thermoforming company, is welcoming the fourth gen…
January 8, 2025

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Schools

St. Mary students (from left) Violet, Victoria, Colin, Benjamin, and Claire hold items related to Pete’s Diary, a book used as the basis for a Catholic Schools Week student assembly.

St. Mary, Marian celebrate Catholic schools

By Janet Dovidio news@thewoodstockindependent.com  National Catholic Schools Week began in 1974 as an annual celebration of Catholic education in the U.S. Woodstock’s Marian Central Catholi…
January 29, 2025

Sports

Round 1: Thunder vs Blue Streaks

Round 1: Thunder vs Blue Streaks

Max Beard (25 points) and Collin Greeley (23 points) accounted for 48 of Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independent Start …
January 25, 2025
Max Haggerty finished in second place at the Oregon Sectional to advance to the individual state championship. Photo by Independent Photographer Andrew Rousey

Woodstock Bowling Teams Season Ends

The Woodstock COOP Bowling teams spectacular season came to an end Saturday at the Oregon Sectional in Dixon. Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Indepen…
January 25, 2025

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