By Janet Dovidio news@thewoodstockindependent.com Woodstock’s First United Methodist Church is hosting special activities throughout the summer months. Community members are welcome at all of the events. Summer Sun Fest began […]
By McKenna Sweet news@thewoodstockindependent.com Local business installs gym floor at Obama Presidential Center After casting his ballot Nov. 4, 2008, future President Barack Obama went to play a game of […]
By Susan W. Murray news@thewoodstockindependent.com McCann Berry Farm closes after 41 years of fruit and family fun Since 1984, Woodstock families have driven five or six miles out Kishwaukee Valley […]
By Lydia LaGue Lopez news@thewoodstockindependent.com At their May meeting, city Arts Commission members voted to recommend that the City Council issue an RFQ – a Request for Qualifications – for […]
By Janet Dovidio news@thewoodstockindependent.com More than 30 opportunities and programs for fitness, education, and social activities are listed on the calendar of SOAR@Dorr (Serving Older Active Residents). Those programs are […]
By Jim Stockwell The other day, a buddy and I were discussing what was more relaxing, camping or channel surfing on your television. After a bit of a debate, I […]
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, […]
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.
