Hometown Techover

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:

  • Enhanced 5G Network: Coverage and speeds have expanded across the city, including the historic Square, downtown, residential areas, and key community sites.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Connecting Students: Through T-Mobile’s Project 10 Million, 3,000 students across 12 schools received free internet and mobile hotspots.

  • 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

400 Ft and Below

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