Rockton-Roscoe News: Thursday, July 2, 2026

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,

Health and wellness at heart of Rockton’s Summerpalooza, held with Rockford Ironman 70.3

Summer fun heated up at Rockton's Summerpalooza as Ironman athletes were welcomed to Rockton.

Death notices for the Stateline: July 1, 2026

We remember those who are no longer with us in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit.

Roscoe Gardening Club Rock Snake Competition off to fierce start

All are encouraged to get their imaginations running with this year's Rock Snake Competition, organized by the Roscoe Gardening Club.

DeeDee’s to begin serving espresso drinks July 9

A new espresso machine, employee training, and an updated menu are all part of the rollout planned for early July.

This week in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit: Tuesday, June 30th, 2026

End of June: what’s happening in far northern Illinois

South Beloit Veterans Organizations Join Together to Serve Community Breakfast

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

The Jack Backpack Project

Organizers say the goal is simple: ensure every young learner begins the year prepared, supported, and excited for school.

50 North, Senior Activity Event: Pizza Party!

Tuesday, July 7, 2026, Rockton Township Community Center, 302 Main St., Rockton, IL 61072

Letter to the Editor Rockton: What does patriotism look like in our everyday lives?

This letter represents the opinion of the author and not necessarily the position of Rockton-Roscoe News.

Strong spirits: let go

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.

Detailed rainforest theme artwork at Whitman Post Elementary and Rockton Grade School

The project was one of several that rounded out the school year in the month of May 2026.