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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. UmbraMoon: Rockton’s New Home for Curiosity, Community, and Holistic ConnectionAt its core, UmbraMoon boutique + body bar is about belonging.Rockton-Roscoe NewsRockton-Roscoe News StaffHononegah Edges Antioch 13–
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Hononegah High School
Hononegah didn’t so much win a sectional semifinal Saturday afternoon as they endured it. The Indians walked out of Antioch with a 13–12 victory, the kind of narrow escape that reminds you postseason football flag or otherwise—has a way of tightening the throat and shortening the breath.
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Hononegah overwhelmed Boylan Friday night, South Beloit traveled to Wisconsin for a non-conference game, Tom Berube passed away recently.
Hononegah High School
I’m excited about the playoffs and the opportunities we have. I’ve really enjoyed being with my coaching staff and these players, Hononegah Community High School Head Football Coach Brian Zimmerman.
South Beloit, IL
The South Beloit SOBOs ran head‑first into one of Wisconsin’s toughest 8‑man programs Friday night, dropping a non‑conference matchup to the Iola-Scandinavia Thunderbirds 18-15. The loss bumps South Beloit to 4–3 on the season, a record that reflects both their explosive potential and
Tom Berube passed away in his home in Roscoe, IL, on September 14, 2026, at the age of 83. Tom was a lover of life, making people happy & helping others. A Life Sponsor of Ducks Unlimited, a very active committeeman & member. Tom & his wife Char owned &
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Halloween Cupcake Cake at the Roscoe Township Community Center, the passing of Karl B. McCardle.
Friday, October 16 at 6:30 pm at the Roscoe Township Community Center
Karl B. McCardle, 84, of Rockton passed away on August 30, 2026
Dairyhaus and Golden Apple Foundation release a new flavor to Honor Local Teachers, Hononegah Flag Football makes history with their first regional title.
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Hononegah’s march through the postseason continued Wednesday night as the Indians delivered a complete, overwhelming performance in a 32–0 shutout of Prairie Ridge to claim the IHSA Regional Championship. From the opening whistle, Hononegah’s defense suffocated the Wolves, while the offense executed with precision and poise. This
Honest news from Rockton, Roscoe and South Beloit as reported by Rockton-Roscoe News. 9th Annual Jaimie Cox Memorial 5K Aims for 100 More Runners as Community Support SurgesWith crisp fall air settling in and race day approaching, organizers of the 9th Annual Jaimie Cox Memorial 5K are making a
With crisp fall air settling in and race day approaching, organizers of the 9th Annual Jaimie Cox Memorial 5K are making a final push to reach their goal of 100 additional participants before runners take the starting line on Saturday, October 17, 2026. The annual event, held lakeside with the
Whitman Post Elementary School is preparing to welcome families for one of its most vibrant and community‑centered events of the year. Cultural Night, a celebration of the diverse traditions represented within the school community, will take place Wednesday, October 21 from 5:00–7:00 p.m., offering free
As fall settles in and students look for ways to connect beyond the classroom, one of the most popular after‑school traditions is back. Book Chats & Snacks, a lively reading club for 5th, 6th, and 7th graders, kicks off its new season on Tuesday, October 13 — blending good books,
Hononegah Flag Football punches their ticket to the regional final, elev815 has started their Pumpkin Fundraiser across six community locations.
On a cold Monday evening with the postseason pressure rising, Hononegah delivered the kind of defensive masterpiece that has defined their fall — a 13–0 shutout of Jefferson in the IHSA Girls Flag Football Regional Semifinal. It was physical, disciplined, and exactly the brand of football Head Coach Jason Brunke