Rockton-Roscoe News: Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026

Lunch detentions, finest teachers, municipal meetings

Hononegah rolls in Monday night playoff game against Jefferson, 78–47

Early and often the Indians caused turnovers and got buckets against its NIC 10 foe

Lunch detentions follow Hononegah student walkout

Days after a student walkout at Hononegah High School, questions continue to surface regarding disciplinary actions, and communication to families.

Rockton-Roscoe News: Monday, Feb. 16, 2026

Senior Night victory and NIC-10 championship, Municipal meetings this week, Yeti Fest fun

South Beloit City Council to meet Monday

Annexation, equipment purchases, and a deputy clerk hire are among the items on Monday’s South Beloit City Council agenda.

Here’s what’s on the agenda for Roscoe trustees this week

The Roscoe Village Board of Trustees will meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 17 at Village Hall, 10631 Main St. A Committee of the Whole meeting is scheduled immediately following the board meeting.

What Rockton officials will be discussing in the weeks ahead

Rockton leaders have a busy stretch ahead, with multiple meetings scheduled to address redevelopment plans, budget changes, and a proposed multi-use path along Old River Road.

Dimke and Simpson shine in Senior Night win over Auburn 74–46

Hononegah celebrated two seniors on Friday, Feb. 13, at home against Harlem.

Yeti Fest carved out winter fun for all ages

The yeti made several appearances in Rockton, Illinois during the 2026 Yeti Fest.

Rockton-Roscoe News: Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026

Shirland Mathletes, SOBO win, what makes a teacher great?

SOBOs force 36 turnovers in 61–15 win over Christian Life

South Beloit opened the IHSA 1A girls basketball postseason with the kind of statement win every coach hopes to see in mid‑February. On a spring‑like Valentine’s Day afternoon — temperatures touching 50 degrees with barely a trace of snow on the ground — the SOBOs delivered a 61–15

Strong spirits: favorite teacher

A great teacher speaks with authority.