Deaths
Officer James Sanders Obituary
Celebration of life on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at Vikings Lanes In South Beloit from 2 - 7 p.m.
Adam Neblock
Clean water, clear answers: how Rockton and UIC are solving the PFAS puzzle
Village of Rockton and University of Illinois-Chicago team up to reduce risk to PFAS exposure
South Beloit fire chief Scott Fisher resigns
Fisher submitted his resignation after 8 days as fire chief, citing his desire to pre-retire to Alaska.
Village of Roscoe and City of South Beloit could have $90 million of infrastructure projects in the near future
$41 million for Willowbrook projects alone, Willowbrook and Prairie Hill Rd will (finally) get a stop light, Roscoe's Main Street will be overhauled from McDonald to Elevator Road.
"We are Mopar people. It's in our blood."
Roscoe-native and IL-16 Congressional candidate Paul Nolley gave remarks at the UAW Hall in Belvidere upon earning UAW and AFL-CIO endorsements.
South Beloit, IL
Mystery text blast about South Beloit Fire Service prompts denial from City
The city attorney claims their statement wasn't intended to threaten the anonymous sender, something that legal experts had Constitutional concerns about.
Businesses
Sophia brings big city slice to Roscoe: Bridge St. Pizza & Chicken Co. opens
New restaurant includes NY-style pizza, fried chicken, chicken wings, and mac & chick bowls
Rockton, IL
Rockton American Legion prepping for Thanksgiving Day meal
Dinner starts Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025, 2 pm
Thanksgiving meal giveaway
"I just wanted to give back," says Matt at Pietro's. Meals were available on Monday and Tuesday before Thanksgiving.
Golden Apple
Blackhawk Elementary’s Kathy Harms in South Beloit earns Golden Apple nomination in first year back in the classroom
"I want all my students to feel as though they can accomplish anything," says Harms, back in the classroom after 14 years of raising her children
Macktown Living History
Lincoln and Liberty - honoring Lincoln, democracy, and the hands that made a nation whole
"So when people talk about recreating battles, that's not the most important thing. The most important thing is to have lived it."
Sizable turnout for hometown Congressional candidate Paul Nolley
An event with Nolley highlights domestic and foreign policy, including a focus on affordability and healthcare.
Rockton, IL
Rockton American Legion hosting Thanksgiving meal
The event is free for anyone living in Rockton, Roscoe or South Beloit, Illinois.
Chemtool
5,000 claims to process and review - Holian settlement update
Settlement payments are anticipated for first quarter of 2026.
South Beloit High School Adopt a Senior
South Beloit High School’s “Adopt a Senior” program fosters connection and support
Program born from the pandemic continues to connect Sobo students to faculty outside of the classroom
South Beloit, IL
"We have a chief ready to go."
The South Beloit Concerned Citizens group highlighted their plan to bring the fire department back to South Beloit. City officials say they are searching for a fire chief.
South Beloit, IL
South Beloit municipal wastewater rates to nearly double by 2029
4-1 vote leads to rate increases; City officials cite aging lift stations, lost revenue, and state loan requirements in push for higher sewage rates.
Hurry! 2026 Golden Apple Foundation nominations close soon
You have until October 16th to nominate your favorite teacher
Roscoe, IL
State puts Northpointe Neighborhood Hospital on hold
Freeport Health backs out of plan, no future date set for state's approval vote
South Beloit, IL
South Beloit Concerned Citizens' meeting to discuss plan(s) for fire department
Saturday, October 4, 2025, 1 pm @ South Beloit High School Auditorium, 245 Prairie Hill Rd, South Beloit, IL 61080
Local school districts considering a county-wide 1% sales tax
While collected county-wide and having many exclusions, it could lead to property tax refunds.
South Beloit, IL
South Beloit seeks grant and community support for neighborhood park at Nature at the Confluence
South Beloit could garner $550k through a IDNR grant.
South Beloit, IL
South Beloit students drafting grand designs for their future at CareerTek
Representatives from Angus Young and Rock Road Companies highlight possible career paths in the trades.
Election
Paul Nolley, Hononegah alum, launches campaign for Illinois' 16th congressional district
If elected, it would be the first time a Rockton-Roscoe native would represent Illinois' 16th district.
Community
Stateline RPCVs hosting meetup to celebrate International Day of Peace
Monday, 15 September 2025 from 7-8:30 pm
