Veterans
South Beloit American Legion Holtz-Hirst Post 288 and VFW Post 11019 came together to serve breakfast for veterans, their families, and community guests at the shared post home located at 14879 Dorr Road in South Beloit. The event brought together members from both Veterans Service Organizations for a morning
Organizers say the goal is simple: ensure every young learner begins the year prepared, supported, and excited for school.
Seniors
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, Rockton Township Community Center, 302 Main St., Rockton, IL 61072
Opinion
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Faith
I have a recurring thought, a life lesson, an anchor. I’m not sure when it began... This thought has time and again lifted me out of a funk or a potential hole and set me gently on the edge, and then the full safe plain of hope and joy.
Rockton, IL
The project was one of several that rounded out the school year in the month of May 2026.
Newsletter
Youth sports, chair yoga
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Dr. Ehren Jarrett spent time answering specific questions at an extended part of a forum in May 2026.
National wrestler, art, weekend events
The event marks the first of several neighborhood picnics all over Roscoe.
Hole in one
Young volleyball players will have a chance to sharpen their volleyball skills at the upcoming South Beloit SOBOS Volleyball Camp, held at South Beloit High School. The two‑day camp offers separate sessions for different grade levels, giving students focused instruction and a fun summer training opportunity. Students entering 5th
June 27-28. 2026, 12 - 2 p.m. Show up in a t-shirt, shorts and cleats at the South Beloit Junior High School.
Nicki Dawson-Foley recorded a hole-in-one on June 22 2026.
Market, ice cream
Summer camp
Bella Castelli qualified for the Team Illinois 16U national duals competition in Indiana recently. She won all 7 of her matches. Bella's Team Illinois 16U squad placed 4th in freestyle. Castelli captures 16U state freestyle title, extending Hononegah’s rising wrestling legacyHononegah sophomore Bella Castelli has won the
Thursday June 25 2026 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Hoo Haven, 10823 Cleveland Road, Durand, IL
Thurs, July 2, 2026, 2 - 6 p.m. at the South Beloit American Legion, 14879 Dorr Road, South Beloit, IL
