Editorial
Editorial: We knew this was coming
When a story touches politics, we brace for the comments. We told you what happened. The reaction became its own story.
Alycia Dioneda Schneedle
Alycia Dioneda Schneedle strives to find and write actual, factual, and interesting news for readers to enjoy. Alycia is the author of the children’s book The World’s Next Greatest Book.
Hononegah
Lunch detentions follow Hononegah student walkout
Days after a student walkout at Hononegah High School, questions continue to surface regarding disciplinary actions, and communication to families.
South Beloit IL
South Beloit City Council to meet Monday
Annexation, equipment purchases, and a deputy clerk hire are among the items on Monday’s South Beloit City Council agenda.
Roscoe, IL
Here’s what’s on the agenda for Roscoe trustees this week
The Roscoe Village Board of Trustees will meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 17 at Village Hall, 10631 Main St. A Committee of the Whole meeting is scheduled immediately following the board meeting.
Rockton, IL
What Rockton officials will be discussing in the weeks ahead
Rockton leaders have a busy stretch ahead, with multiple meetings scheduled to address redevelopment plans, budget changes, and a proposed multi-use path along Old River Road.
Hononegah High School
How Hononegah students spoke out Feb. 6
One school day. Different reactions. Amidst unrest over immigration, students at Hononegah responded in their own ways.
Hononegah High School
Hononegah students launch ‘The Digital Reset’ to rethink screen habits
Phones go everywhere now. Three Hononegah students are asking what that means for focus, balance, and everyday life.
Government
Municipal meetings scheduled this week in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit
A rundown of municipal meetings scheduled this week in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit, including committee meetings and village board sessions.
Roscoe denies blasting request for multi-family project at Hawks Pointe
Contractors claimed blasting with dynamite would be over quicker than jackhammering.
Government
Municipal meetings for mid-January 2026: Roscoe, Rockton, and South Beloit, Illinois
Here’s a look at the municipal meetings scheduled this week in Roscoe, Rockton, and South Beloit.
Downtown Rockton
Blooms and brews: Christy and Jake Krupa take the reins at DeeDee’s Main Street Coffee & Décor
Rockton, IL — Christy Krupa, owner of Buckets n Blooms, and her husband Jake have officially taken over DeeDee’s Coffee, continuing the downtown café’s role as a familiar gathering place for local residents.
Books
April Graves releases third book in Meet the Hotdogs series
Local author and Rockton Grade School art teacher April Graves has published the third title in her Meet the Hotdogs series.
Books
Prairie Hill teacher turns grief into love with debut children’s book
Kindergarten teacher Valerie Baumann’s book, “Guess What? I Love You,” honors her son Jack and helps families talk about grief with compassion and hope.
Rockton, IL
Community steps up as SNAP pause brings added pressure to local food pantries
When SNAP benefits pause in November, Rockton’s Old Stone Church Food Pantry expects more families to need help. But volunteers say they’ve seen time and again how the community steps forward in moments like this.
Hononegah
Debate over proposed Turning Point USA club reaches Hononegah board
The Hononegah school board heard mixed reactions to the proposed Turning Point USA club at their Oct. 15 meeting.
Ask the experts: Tips from local school nurses to keep kids healthy this school year
As the school year continues into fall, local nurses say the basics matter most.
News
Fall in the Stateline: apples, markets, and hometown traditions
Your guide to orchards, festivals, and local stops across Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit
Hononegah
One student’s voice brought the flags down at Hononegah
Kennlee Rayann has now founded a student chapter of Turning Point USA at Hononegah Community High School.
Opinion
Editorial: When the story always hits close to home
Local news is not optional. And we’re going to keep showing up for every side.
Businesses
Shop local at the Roscoe Makers Mercantile on Jun 21
Sat June 21 , 2025, 10 a,m. to 3 p.m., Main and Bridge in Roscoe for the first-ever Roscoe Makers Mercantile. Shop handmade goods, grab a bite from food trucks, and enjoy the community atmosphere.
News
Local journalism recognized: Rockton-Roscoe News brings home state press awards
Your local news outlet took home four awards for coverage of Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit.
Rockton, IL
Local authors join the Rockton River Market lineup this summer
For the first time, the Rockton River Market will include a weekly rotation of local authors.
Rockton, IL
A blooming partnership: Buckets n Blooms and Dee Dee’s team up on Main Street
Buckets n Blooms and Dee Dee’s have officially joined forces on Main Street Rockton, Illinois.
Roscoe, IL
Roscoe Middle School student named 2025 Carson Scholar
The Carson Scholars Fund honors exceptional students with academic excellence and dedication.
Books
Love, patience, and Introducing Freckles: The Hotdogs are back
Pip is back, and this time she’s learning that love sometimes starts with patience.
