12/3/25 Student of the Week – Gabriel Patterson
Gabriel Patterson, a junior at Woodstock North High School, is the son of Eric and Julie Patterson. His teacher said, “Throughout his junior year he has challenged himself academically by […]
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Gabriel Patterson, a junior at Woodstock North High School, is the son of Eric and Julie Patterson. His teacher said, “Throughout his junior year he has challenged himself academically by […]
By Ruth Raubertas news@thewoodstockindependent.com On the weekend of Nov. 14-16, the Woodstock North High School Theatre Department will perform “Charlotte’s Web,” a production based on the beloved children’s book by […]

Alyson Jordan, a senior at Woodstock North High School, is the daughter of Adam and Nicole Jordan. Her teacher said, “Alyson has been an exceptional student in physical education at […]

Woodstock North High School senior Michael (Mikey) Pintor was one of the leaders in football on the defensive side. He also contributed on offense and special teams. Mikey finished the year as […]
By Steve Peterson news@thewoodstockindependent.com Woodstock senior cross-country runner Ellery Shutt feels right at home at Lakes High School’s campus course in Lake Villa. Shutt earned his third straight IHSA Class […]

By Steve Peterson WOODSTOCK STREAKS Getting ready to haunt Morris Woodstock is the 15th seed, and will face second-seed Morris, 8-1, inthe first round at Morris, 7 p.m., Oct. 31. […]

By Steve Peterson news@thewoodstockindependent.com The finale of the regular season went to the Thunder with a 49-0 domination of the Blue Streaks in the Crosstown Challenge. WNHS senior fullback Dave […]

By Steve Peterson news@thewoodstockindependent.com The doubleheader of Woodstock and Woodstock North games opened with a volleyball match where everyone could enjoy something about the hour-long battle Oct. 22. For Woodstock […]
Saul Santana, a sophomore at Woodstock North High School, made history by breaking the school record for the most goals in a season with an incredible 29 goals. He’s battled […]

Win puts Thunder 3-1 in the KRC with playoff eligibility in reach By Steve Peterson news@thewoodstockindependent.com Woodstock North will challenge unbeaten Richmond-Burton on Senior Night in a key Kishwaukee River […]
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