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Rockton, IL
The Rock River Rampage return to the Rockton Athletic Fields on Saturday, May 16 2026 at 6 p.m., carrying the momentum of a dominant 2–0 start and the swagger of defending NLFL champions. Through two weeks, the Rampage have been nothing short of overwhelming, outscoring opponents 78–0
Downtown Rockton
Rockton’s spring season officially takes flight on Saturday, May 16, 2026 as Rockton Pelican Fest returns —bringing families, bird lovers, and curious visitors together to celebrate the annual migration of the American White Pelicans along the Rock River. The free, family‑friendly festival runs 10 a.m. to 4
Roscoe, IL
It's a chance to support our local youth, discover new hobbies, and perhaps even find that elusive, rare card on Saturday May 16, 2026 in Roscoe.
Dancing
It teaches you so much more than dance.
Hononegah Football
Brothers Aiden and Brady Jarvis are headed to Carroll University in the fall of 2026 to play football.
Rockton, IL
“I’d sneak the TV on and watch all the late games growing up. I played it every chance I got—outside or on a video game.”
Sports
Hackett elevated over a smaller defender, pulling down a leaping touchdown grab that ignited the Rampage sideline and the home crowd. It was the first score of the season — and it felt like a statement.
Deaths
Jerry Francis Poplawski, 88, of Rockton, Illinois, passed away on Saturday, May 2, 2026, after a short stay at Autumn Lake Healthcare in Beloit. Jerry was born on Sunday, November 21, 1937, in Edgar, Wisconsin, the son of Theodore and Margaret (Janick) Poplawski. Jerry graduated in 1955, from Marshfield High
Whether you’re bringing kids, meeting friends, or simply looking for a reason to enjoy the outdoors, Settlers Park will be the place to be this Saturday.
Hononegah Girls Basketball
It is a reflection of incredible hard‑working players and staff members I have been blessed with.
Hononegah High School
Hononegah sophomore Bella Castelli has won the 16U 135‑pound state freestyle wrestling championship.
Roscoe Middle School
What do you get when you mix two 8th graders, two 7th graders and two 6th graders. Normally, I would say it would be chaos or some newer version of the 6/7 trend. However, the Roscoe Middle School Braves bowling team got a great mix of talent, teamwork, hometown
South Beloit, IL
Officials emphasized that no immediate signs of foul play were found at the scene.
Sports
The state bowling finals are April 17–18, 2026 in Joliet.
Sports
April 10 is National Golfers Day. Check out our area golf courses in farthest northern Illinois.
South Beloit High School
James Strong qualified for the 2025-2026 IHSA bowling championships earlier this year.
Fundraising
The Hononegah Girls Track & Field team is seeing strong growth this season and is launching a fundraiser to help cover essential gear as the roster continues to expand.
Junior Indians Flag Footbal
RL Jr. Indians Girls Flag Football program needs a few more girls, ages 7-8, 9-10, and middle schoolers in grades 6–8.
Roscoe, IL
Sat May 16 2026, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Limitless Martial Arts, 5486 Elevator Road, Roscoe IL 61073
Junior Indians Flag Footbal
The Rockford Park District recently announced that Girls Flag Football would take place in the springtime instead of the fall. Registration is open now for the upcoming season. A Pre-Season camp put on by the Rockford Park District is scheduled for March 31st, 10-11:30 am at Mercyhealth
Hononegah
In the 2025‑26 winter season, Hononegah once again stamped its mark across the NIC‑10 All‑Conference selections.
Hononegah High School
Hononegah posted a 60‑game total of 11,258 pins, averaging 187.6 as a team
Hononegah High School
Hononegah’s wrestling program added two more champions to its storied history Saturday.
Golden Apple
Hayley Gotzsche and Kelsey Zammuto were selected as 2026 Golden Apple Award recipients.
Hononegah Girls Basketball
“The students named to the IHSA All-State Academic Team embody what education-based athletics and activities are all about,” IHSA Assistant Executive Director Stacy Lambert said.