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News from Rockton, Roscoe and South Beloit - locally sourced in far northern Illinois, brought to you by the Rockton-Roscoe News. * Reminder from Village President Carol Gustafson: Residents, homeowners, renters, businesses, and private nonprofit organizations affected by the April 17 storms and tornadoes have until July 17 to apply for
Summerpalooza blends everything that makes Rockton shine—local businesses, local music, local history, and the people who make this village feel like home.
A new commemorative brick now rests on the memorial patio in front of Harlem‑Roscoe Fire Department Station 1, placed earlier this week in honor of firefighter John Morgan, whose dedication and compassion left a lasting mark on the department and the community he served. The brick, engraved with John’
The Rock River Rampage are turning Saturday night’s playoff opener into something even bigger than football. As the Rampage get set to host the Wolves in the first round of the NLFL playoffs, the organization is rolling out a special surprise for its youngest fans — a two‑bike giveaway
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The fourth of July Spirit was alive at Shirland Independence Day events!
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Staff and Administration shared senitments and reflected on time spent with now retired teacher, Marcie Ball.
A Hononegah High School student is being honored for outstanding leadership and service. On July 7, the Roscoe VFW presented Lucy Berry with a plaque recognizing her as Girl Scout of the Year, celebrating her completion of the prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award. Berry devoted 110 volunteer hours to a
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Why does a farmer sow seed in his fields? To have a rich harvest! Why does God sow the seed of his good news in our hearts? Same answer! First, God offers us a relationship with himself so that we can have an abundant life in this world and the
Illinois maintains some of the nation’s strictest fireworks regulations.
Happy 250th Birthday America. Share how your celebrating today with us on our Facebook Page.
The Rockton Lions gave $64,00 back to the community.
37 years supporting the district and its mission.
Here’s what's happening in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit: information from the award-winning reporters at Rockton-Roscoe News. To read stories you haven’t seen yet, click on any link below. Death notices for the Stateline: July 1, 2026We remember those who are no longer with
Love's Travel Stop offers more than gas and store items.
SOUTH BELOIT — Service continued beyond the uniform this week as VFW Post 11019 – South Beloit, Illinois and the South Beloit American Legion Holtz-Hirst Post 288 came together with the community and the Rock River Valley Blood Center for a successful community blood drive.
Here’s what's happening in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit from Rockton-Roscoe News. To read stories you haven’t seen yet, click on any link below. Today’s events Old Stone Church Food Pantry Old Stone Church Food PantryThu July 2, 2026, 9 am, Old Stone Church,
Summer fun heated up at Rockton's Summerpalooza as Ironman athletes were welcomed to Rockton.
We remember those who are no longer with us in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit.
All are encouraged to get their imaginations running with this year's Rock Snake Competition, organized by the Roscoe Gardening Club.
