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FOOD SHED CO-OP OPENING DAY ANNOUNCED
A new community-owned grocery store is swinging open its doors to the public after completing construction of its 9,000-square-foot building Woodstock, IL, March 18, 2024 — Food Shed Co-op will open its grocery store to shoppers on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. Food Shed Co-op Board of Directors invite the public to attend a ribbon cutting ceremony at their brand-new store in Woodstock, at 2390 Lake Shore Drive, beginning at 9:00 a.m. “Opening Day'' will be celebrated with brief remarks by co-op and
2024 WPBW Scholarship
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Woodstock Professional and Business Women’s Organization Expands Scholarship Program in 2024 Woodstock, IL - March 3, 2024 - The WOODSTOCK PROFESSIONAL & BUSINESS WOMEN’s Organization (WPBW) is thrilled to announce the expansion of its scholarship program for the current year. In a bid to empower women in pursuit of their educational and career advancement goals, WPBW will be offering $1500 scholarships to three deserving candidates. Sandra Pierce, Chair of the scholarship
Woodstock Area Chamber Announces 2024 Award Finalists
WOODSTOCK, Ill - The Woodstock Area Chamber of Commerce & Industry announced the finalists for its 2024 Annual Awards. The Chamber accepted public nominations for the awards from January 17 through February 13. The Chamber will announce the winners at its annual awards gala at the Woodstock Opera House on Friday, March 15. The finalists are: 2024 Retailer of the Year Artisans on Main/Clayworkers’ Guild of Illinois Hempstock Pharms Kingston Lanes Sparrow’s Nest 2024 Professional Service Provider
McHenry County College Celebrates Career and Technical Education Month
PRESS ANNOUNCEMENTFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE McHenry County College Celebrates Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month [February 27, 2024. Crystal Lake, IL] McHenry County College (MCC) joins community colleges across the state in celebrating Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month this February. CTE programs provide students with hands-on training and real-world experience in a variety of industries, playing a valuable role in preparing the workforce for in-demand jobs. “CTE programs
Woodstock Offers Tourism Related Grant Funding
The City of Woodstock has announced the opening of its FY24-25 Hotel/Motel Tax Tourism Grant Application process. Applications and instructions are posted on the City’s website, www.woodstockil.gov. Completed applications and supporting documentation as outlined must be submitted no later than Friday, March 29, 2024, for funding consideration for the coming fiscal year. Awards will be announced in early May. Items for which grant funding are requested may not be paid out prior to awards being made, and all
Dodge These Entrepreneurial Mistakes: Tips for Young CEOs
Maybe you’ve been working at a traditional job for a few years now, but ever since high school, you’ve had an interest in entrepreneurship. Or perhaps you’re struggling to land your first job and you’re wondering if you should create your own instead. Here’s how to avoid certain weaknesses that are common among entrepreneurs in their twenties, from overlooking ecommerce to going into business with friends. Not Choosing the Right Business Structure Choosing the wrong business structure can