Hononegah Community High School’s girls flag football team delivered a complete, wire‑to‑wire victory on Tuesday, blanking Guilford 20–0 behind explosive playmaking from Layla Demke, Harper Vanderheyden, Claire Vanschelven, and a swarming defensive unit that controlled the game from the opening whistle. Offense Sets the Tone Early
Join Strong Tower Advisors at the Roscoe Township Community Center on September 18th from 2:00-3:00 PM for this Educational Session
VFW Post 11019 made history by hosting its first VFW Department of Illinois District 6 meeting. During the gathering, Post Senior Vice Commander Rob McLain was elected and installed as District 6 Junior Vice Commander.
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Honest news from Rockton, Roscoe and South Beloit as reported by Rockton-Roscoe News. Roscoe Township Historical Society shining spotlight on historic preservationOngoing restorations at the Cross House are supported by annual antique sales and the Memorial Brick program.Rockton-Roscoe NewsMarianne MuellerLink Crew members show caring support to incoming
Link Crew members were recognized at the Augutst Board of Education meeting for creating a positive atmoshphere for incoming freshmen.
Ongoing restorations at the Cross House are supported by annual antique sales and the Memorial Brick program.
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Hono Flag Football rolls at home, Roscoe Township Annual report, North Park FPD issues statement about concerns, Kinnikinnick School District Announces Hearing for School Improvement Day Structure.
We’ve got two quarterbacks learning on the job — this is a brand‑new sport, and you don’t get kids coming in with experience. It’s growing from the ground level.”
Roscoe Township Supervisor Robert Nowicki has released the Supervisor’s Annual Report for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, detailing all public funds received and expended. The report in full is below in the 2 images.
The North Park Fire Protection District has released an official statement from Interim Fire Chief Jay Alms, approved by the Board of Trustees, responding to recent public concerns regarding emergency coverage, automatic‑aid responses, and changes in district leadership. The full statement is below in the 2 images.
Public Notice Please take notice that the Board of Education of Kinnikinnick Community Consolidated School District No.131 will hold a hearing on September 29, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the Kinnikinnick School Library, 5410 Pine Lane, Roscoe, Illinois for the purpose of taking testimony from the community
Roscoe Lions Parade brings smiles, laughter and lots of candy to Main St in Roscoe.
The 56th Annual Roscoe Lions Fall Festival Parade stepped off at 11 a.m. on Sunday Sept 13 2026 and instantly transformed Main Street into one of the most joyful, high‑energy community moments of the year. Thousands of residents lined the sidewalks, kids with open bags and outstretched hands,
Final Day of the Roscoe Lions Fall Fetival, Parade at 11 am.
Main Street will be alive this Sunday morning as the 2026 Roscoe Lions Parade steps off right at 11 a.m., bringing the signature finale Day of the Lions’ 56th Annual Fall Festival to the heart of town. Crowds line the sidewalks shoulder‑to‑shoulder, kids wave from curbside chairs,
The Hononegah Indians delivered a couple statements on Saturday, rolling past Harvard 34‑6 at Round Lake before edging the host Panthers 7‑6 in a defensive slugfest that showcased the team’s grit and balance. Game 1: Hononegah 34, Harvard 6 Hononegah’s offense came out firing. Quarterbacks Layla
September 12 & 13 9a -3p
Hononegah Football loses a heartbreaker, Roscoe Lions Fall Festival is fully underway.