Our Happy Space expands in Woodstock Mall; Andy’s World debutsBy Susan W. Murraynews@thewoodstockindependent.comWhen the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County decided to shift its Green Spot used bookstore across the hall […]
Cottage Food Laws allow home-based businesses to thriveBy Tricia Carzolinews@thewoodstockindependent.comLocal entrepreneur Jen Cheski has been offering artisan breads out of her home throughout the summer – and now offers online […]
B & Z Electrical changes hands while continuing its legacyBy Susan W. Murraynews@thewoodstockindependent.comIndependent Photo by Andrew RouseyJohn and Anita Barger stand in front of one of B & Z Electrical’s […]
Woodstock gym offers scientific approach to fitness, wellnessBy Susan W. Murraynews@thewoodstockindependent.comDivided Labs founder Connor Cummings firmly believes that “physiology is so important for mental health.”After eight years of coaching clients […]
By Susan W. Murraynews@thewoodstockindependent.comBecause Dan Annen, the owner of the recently opened Pop-a-doodle-doo – a gourmet popcorn and shake shop at 201 Main St – loves popcorn, he can fondly […]
Anyone doing business in Woodstock must register with the city by October 1By Susan W. Murraynews@thewoodstockindependent.com Under the city of Woodstock’s new business registration program, anyone doing business in the city […]
Historic Preservation Commission greenlights landmark status for Dairy QueenBy Susan W. Murraynews@thewoodstockindependent.com“When you get to the Dairy Queen, take a right . . .”“When you get to the Dairy Queen, […]
TWI takes readers through a regular round-up of business newsBy Susan W. Murraynews@thewoodstockindependent.comSummer might be winding down, but not so business activity in Woodstock.The buzz continues over the news that […]
By Susan W. Murraynews@thewoodstockindependent.comPawstock owner Don Buss calls the decades he spent working in the pet nutrition industry “the best part of my life.”His career began locally when he signed […]
Previewing the Cobblestone Hotel and Suites, slated for a 2026 openingBy Susan W. Murraynews@thewoodstockindependent.comAs word leaked out that a developer wanted to put a hotel in downtown Woodstock, the questions […]
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.
