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Senior-Led Lady SOBOs Storm Through Conference, Eye Postseason Glory.

Done with style, grit, and a whole lot of senior swagger.

Rockton-Roscoe News: Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025

Balloons, bluegrass, and best friends

Get Ready to Pop: Party Like a Rockstar Balloon Bar Debuts on Roscoe’s Main Street October 16th 3-6 pm

The balloon bar is on the corner of Main and Bridge in downtown Roscoe, Illinois.

Bluegrass roots remain strong in 42nd year of Two Rivers Bluegrass Festival

In Harrison, Illinois, east of Durand, the Two Rivers Blue Grass Festival holds a rich history. This festival started over 40 years ago when Lloyd and Vivian Gaines decided that they wanted a place where people could go to an alcohol free event and listen to bluegrass music. Bluegrass music

Cristy's Canine Academy believes every dog needs a top-notch education

Veterans suffering from depression, traumatic brain injury, and anxiety work with dogs in need of training through a positive reinforcement program - Circle of Change at Ms. Cristy's Canine Academy.

Rockton-Roscoe News: Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025

Halloween bash, death notices, undefeated SOBOs

Death notices for the far Stateline: Oct. 13, 2025

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

Music: Jim Thomas at Rockton Inn

Sat Oct 18, 2025, 7 pm, Rockton Inn Pub & Grub, 102 E. Main St. Rockton IL, 61072

South Beloit remains undefeated after a dominant Homecoming win, setting the stage for a top-10 showdown with West Carroll.

In front of a packed homecoming crowd under the Friday night lights, the South Beloit SOBOs delivered a commanding 38-8 victory over Abundant Life, improving to 7-0 overall and 5-0 in conference play. The win solidifies South Beloit’s #6 spot in the latest NUIC I8FA rankings, just behind their

Rockton-Roscoe News: Monday, Oct. 13, 2025

Grocery tax, Village administrator, weekly events

Village of Rockton welcomes new administrator

Also hiring: a community outreach/special event coordinator and an economic development coordinator