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Friday, December 22, 2023
WHS Project Lead the Way

On Wednesday I participated in a presentation at WHS Project Lead the Way discussing a walkability project and a solar project for the Woodstock water treatment plant. The student presenters…


Friday, December 15, 2023
Bill of Rights Day

On December 15th, 1791, the United States of America ratified the Bill of Rights, which included the first 10 amendments in the U.S. Constitution. These amendments are the bedrock of…


Friday, December 15, 2023
Rotary’s Christmas Clearing House

We packed over 1,200 food boxes today for Rotary’s Christmas Clearing House. Delivery Day is Saturday starting at 8:30 at the warehouse at 1131 Lake Avenue in Woodstock (just west…


Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Happy birthday to the U.S. National Guard!

Happy birthday to the U.S. National Guard! Established in 1636, the National Guard is the oldest military organization in the United States. Thank you to all of the men and women…


Friday, December 8, 2023
Wishing all of the Jewish faith a Happy Hanukkah!

This week starts the beginning of Hanukkah. This important Jewish holiday lasts for eight days and eight nights. Happy Hanukkah to all who celebrate!


Thursday, December 7, 2023
Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

Today on Pearl Harbor Day, we honor those Americans who were lost, recognize the survivors, and reflect on the impact of that date which will live in infamy. We remember…


Friday, December 1, 2023
Reick Responds to Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s recent remarks Reick Responds to

State Representative Steve Reick said, “With his recent comments, Mayor Johnson has retreated to the refuge of all those who find themselves out of their depth. Clearly, he has never…


Friday, December 1, 2023
ILLINOIS STATE POLICE ANNOUNCES ONLINE FORM TO REPORT SUSPECTED PUBLIC CORRUPTIONSPRINGFILED

To help root out public corruption in Illinois, the Illinois State Police (ISP) Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has created an online form for the public to report suspected corruption directly…


Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Woodstock Holiday Lights are Back!

Woodstock’s first lighting of the Square came with an added bonus: floodlights illuminated the fully restored Courthouse. The weather cooperated and the crowd was the largest I’d seen in years….


Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Santa Claus has a new home on the Woodstock Square!

For many years, Santa Claus has met with thousands of children in his hut on the historic Woodstock Square. This year, the Woodstock Rotary Club has provided him with a…