With just under eight weeks before a most consequential election, the campaign is unusually quiet locally.Labor Day has traditionally been the semi-official start of the fall campaign.But the few yard […]
“It’s low.”That’s how McHenry County Clerk Joe Tirio described the early voting turnout 12 days before the June 28 primary election.But the clerk admitted any voting would likely pale in […]
Is this how democracy was supposed to work in U.S.?These weeks are difficult with all the unkind things being said about the candidates and the political parties. The TV is […]
What is value of your vote?As the election approaches, I wonder the value of my vote? When all our elected individuals vote as the political party directs, what is the […]
Whatever your usual excuse for not voting in a primary election, it doesn’t apply in 2022.Not familiar with the candidates? You have additional time this year to get to know […]
“The great gift of human beings is that we have the power of empathy.” – Meryl Streep“When you show deep empathy toward others, their defensive energy goes down, and positive energy […]
Will it be a Democrat or a Republican who wins the Illinois House District 63 seat this year?Democrat Jack Franks of Marengo won his first term in the Illinois House […]
Ballots have a few contests for both Democrats, Republicans
Lisa Lohmeyer lisawithwoodstock@gmail.com Woodstock should build upon its history Woodstock has a rich and diverse culture. A rural farm community that honors its natural resources. A fascinating manufacturing tradition – […]
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.
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