Miss Woodstock 2026
June 11, 2026
Making the most out of the Woodstock Public Library this summer By McKenna Sweet news@thewoodstockindependent.com Four-year-old Revy Cardenas and his mom came to the Woodstock Public Library to check out […]
By Tricia Carzoli news@thewoodstockindependent.com Every year, the Woodstock community and surrounding areas gather on the Square to remember those who have paid the ultimate price for their country. Every year, […]
but he turned it into something far more powerful than himself Gavers Cancer Foundation What do you do with a shattering cancer diagnosis? One that strikes hard, hits fast, and […]
By Ruth Raubertas news@thewoodstockindependent.com On May 18, the Woodstock Professional and Business Women presented three scholarships to deserving women to further their educational and professional goals. This year’s recipients are […]
By Janet Dovidio news@thewoodstockindependent.com The Rotary Club of Woodstock awarded three scholarships during a ceremony at Woodstock High School on May 7. One was the Service Above Self scholarship that […]
By Tricia Carzoli news@thewoodstockindependent.com Woodstock resident Lance Piekos looks on Memorial Day as a way to impress upon civilians that the cost of war is always great. The man who […]
Ta Wan Thai & Ramen finds enthusiastic customers in Woodstock By Susan W. Murray news@thewoodstockindependent.com While Woodstock residents appreciate their Mexican and pizza restaurants – and will argue at length […]
On April 25 and 26, the Woodstock Food Pantry hosted a collection area in front of two Jewel entrances. Seventeen pantry volunteers worked in shifts to greet patrons as they […]
Creekside program is Illinois Middle School Chapter of theYear By Kevin Lyons District 200 Creekside Middle School’s Best Buddies program was selected as the Illinois Middle School Chapter 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.