Woodstock Wins Big!
In 2022, Woodstock was named the winner of T-Mobile’s inaugural Hometown Techover, a $3 million tech makeover celebrating small towns across America. Real Woodstock led the city’s winning pitch, coordinating a video submission alongside essays from residents and local businesses. Woodstock stood out for its community enthusiasm, creativity, and commitment to growth, earning a spot as one of ten finalists—and ultimately taking the top prize.
A $3 Million Boost for the Community
Woodstock’s win brought transformative benefits for the city and its residents:
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Enhanced 5G Network: Coverage and speeds have expanded across the city, including the historic Square, downtown, residential areas, and key community sites.
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Community Grant: A $250,000 T-Mobile Hometown Grant and technical support helped fund projects like affordable senior housing, multi-use downtown spaces, and improved walkability.
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Little League® Upgrades: Sullivan and Dream Fields received $250,000 in refurbishments, with new surfaces and branded signage. Free live streaming through FamCam 5G brings games to fans far and wide.
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Connecting Students: Through T-Mobile’s Project 10 Million, 3,000 students across 12 schools received free internet and mobile hotspots.
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Family Tech Prize Packs: Families received 5G smartphones, one year of Magenta Max wireless service, T-Mobile 5G Home Internet, and a Samsung UHD TV.
Celebrating Together
Woodstock’s win was celebrated in true hometown style, including a free concert featuring Florida Georgia Line and community events showcasing the city’s culture and spirit.
View Top 10 announcement gallery here.
Read about the announcement here and here.
T-Mobile Continues to Support Woodstock
The partnership doesn’t stop at the celebration. Ongoing 5G improvements, community projects, and exclusive T-Mobile resident discounts continue to benefit the city, keeping Woodstock connected and thriving.
Special Thanks
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Tara Bols
Tonya Chambers
City of Woodstock - City Hall Staff
City of Woodstock - Public Works Department
City of Woodstock - Police Department
Darrin Flynn
Danielle Gulli
Gerry Gulli
Lauren Hamilton
Keith Johnson
Jodie Kurtz-Osborne
Maureen Lawson
Lisa Lohmeyer
Arlene Lynes
Kevin Lyons
Lori Macarus
McDaniels Marketing
Melissa McMahon
Michael Moan
Naturally McHenry County
Lynn Royales
Beth Schweitzer
Sue Stelford
Roscoe Stelford
Don Thomas
Mayor Mike Turner
Dave Zinnen
Woodstock Willie
Woodstock Little League
Woodstock Public Library Staff
Woodstock School District 200
Woodstock Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Woodstock Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry - Chamber Ambassadors
Woodstock Recreation Department Staff