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.
Alycia Dioneda Schneedle
Alycia Dioneda Schneedle is an associate editor at Rockton-Roscoe News and a reporter for the Calhoun County Phoenix and Osage Oracle, covering local government and community stories. She is also an award-winning children’s book author.
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.
Election
Michael Nolan addresses election petition challenge, transparency concerns in Rockton Township
Michael Nolan is the leader of Gatekeepers, hoping to "re-engage the Church with community, by filling local public office seats with Christians."
Businesses
Vintage Shop Hop brings best shopping of the year
The shopping event is Friday and Saturday, Mar. 7-8, 2025, with more than 400 shops in both states.
Businesses
Golden Aura Salon introduces Japanese Head Spa & elevated hair services to the region
Golden Aura Salon introduces specialized scalp treatments and advanced hair services to Machesney Park, Illinois.
Editorial
A life of stories: Who I am beyond the byline
Alycia Dioneda Schneedle is assistant editor of Rockton-Roscoe News.
