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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.

Woodstock - On site recruitment event with Panda Express

Hiring Event
Are You Looking for a Job? Your McHenry County Workforce Network invites you to an in-person onsite recruiting event with PANDA EXPRESS. At Panda, we look at the big picture. From great benefits to a supportive culture to avenues for learning and growth, we aim to provide you with a career that betters your life. For more information, please call 815-338-7100 ext. 2771
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
09:00 AM to 12:00 PM CDT
McHenry County Workforce Center
  • 500 Russel Court
  • Woodstock, IL