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As of July 8, 2026, IDES will no longer send benefit payments via paper check.  You may select direct deposit or debit card as your method for receiving benefit payments.  If you were receiving paper checks, you will be switched over to debit card payments unless you choose to enroll in direct deposit.

Filing unemployment claims will be unavailable Sunday, July 26th from 12:00 a.m. until noon for a scheduled system upgrade.  Access for claimants will resume Sunday afternoon.

McHenry County Workforce Network Job Fair - Woodstock

Job Fair
Your McHenry County Workforce Network invites you to a Job Fair! This event takes place on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, from 10:30 am -1:00 pm at the McHenry County Workforce Network, located at 500 Russell Court in Woodstock, IL 60098. For questions, please call 815-334-2771. Connect with local employers with part- and full-time employment opportunities. This event is sponsored by the Illinois Department of Employment Security and McHenry County Workforce Network.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
10:30 AM to 01:00 PM CDT
McHenry County Workforce Network
  • 500 Russell Court
  • Woodstock, IL 60098