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Hononegah High School
Hononegah Blanks Boylan 56–0 on an Emotional Night for Coach Zimmerman
I’m excited about the playoffs and the opportunities we have. I’ve really enjoyed being with my coaching staff and these players, Hononegah Community High School Head Football Coach Brian Zimmerman.
Tom Berube, 83,of Roscoe passed away on September 14, 2026
Tom Berube passed away in his home in Roscoe, IL, on September 14, 2026, at the age of 83. Tom was a lover of life, making people happy & helping others. A Life Sponsor of Ducks Unlimited, a very active committeeman & member. Tom & his wife Char owned &
Rockton, IL
Dairyhäus Partners with Golden Apple Foundation to Launch New Cookie Butter Ice Cream Honoring Local Teachers
Created to celebrate and support exceptional educators across the Stateline.
Regional Champions: Hononegah shuts out Prairie Ridge 32–0 behind dominant defense and explosive Playmaking
Hononegah’s march through the postseason continued Wednesday night as the Indians delivered a complete, overwhelming performance in a 32–0 shutout of Prairie Ridge to claim the IHSA Regional Championship. From the opening whistle, Hononegah’s defense suffocated the Wolves, while the offense executed with precision and poise. This
Hononegah High School
Hononegah Punches Ticket to the Regional Final, Shuts Out Jefferson 13–0 at McHenry
On a cold Monday evening with the postseason pressure rising, Hononegah delivered the kind of defensive masterpiece that has defined their fall — a 13–0 shutout of Jefferson in the IHSA Girls Flag Football Regional Semifinal. It was physical, disciplined, and exactly the brand of football Head Coach Jason Brunke
elev815 has started their Pumpkin Fundraiser Across Six Community Locations
Pumpkin season has officially arrived across our area, and elev815 has rolled out its annual fall fundraiser with BIG pumpkins now available at all six partner locations. Community members can pick up pumpkins for $7 each or 3 for $20, with proceeds supporting elev815’s scholarship program for local high
Celebrate World Teachers’ Day October 5
We see you. We appreciate you.
Hononegah High School
You Belong Here: Stateline Community Unites for the 2026 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk
Hope had a message: You belong here!
Hononegah High School
Hononegah Blanks East 41–0 on Homecoming Night, Defense Dominates Under the Lights at Kelsey Field
"They’re doing what we’re asking them to do — you can’t ask for anything else.”
South Beloit High School
South Beloit SOBOs Dominate Christian Life/Keith Country Day 70–0
Friday’s blowout was complete from the opening whistle.
Hononegah Golf Sends Boys and Girls Through to Sectionals
Hononegah golf isn’t slowing down as the postseason pressure ramps up. Both the girls and boys programs delivered strong regional performances, punching their tickets to the IHSA Sectional rounds. Girls 2A Regional — Indians Take 2nd, Advance to Randall Oaks Senior Alicia Wallin once again set the tone, grinding out
Hononegah Rolls Into Regional Semifinals With 54–0 Rout of Grayslake North
Hononegah’s girls flag football program opened the IHSA postseason with the kind of statement only a championship-caliber team can make, overwhelming Grayslake North 54–0 in Wednesday’s Regional Quarterfinal. It was a complete dismantling—offense humming, defense suffocating, special teams electric—and the Indians never once let
Hononegah Flag Football
Hononegah Girls Flag Football Rolls Past Hampshire, Finishes Regular Season 17‑2 and NIC‑10 Co‑Champions
The Hononegah Community High School Girls Flag Football team closed out its regular season with a statement win, powering past Hampshire 34–6 to finish 17‑2 overall and 8‑1 in the NIC‑10, earning a share of the conference championship. Behind the steady leadership of sophomore quarterback Layla
Hononegah High School
Hononegah’s Dominic Kasel Captures NIC‑10 Crown With Steady, Clutch Play
Hononegah sophomore Dominic Kasel delivered one of the season’s defining performances this last Friday and Saturday, capturing the NIC‑10 boys individual golf title with rounds of 75‑72, edging Belvidere North sophomore Thatcher Mudowney by a single stroke. Kasel’s two‑day total showcased poise beyond his years
One Book, One Month: The Librarian of Auschwitz Monday, September 28 • 4–5 p.m. • Talcott Free Library
Talcott Free Library invites young readers in grades 6–12 to its next One Book, One Month discussion, featuring The Librarian of Auschwitz by Antonio Iturbe. The September pick explores courage, resilience, and the power of books during one of history’s darkest chapters. Students can pick up a copy
Roscoe Community Market continues to grow as a hub for local makers, growers, and neighbors
There’s something special happening at the corner of Main Street and Bridge Street in Roscoe this Sunday, September 27 2026 11am - 3pm. Its a place where fresh produce, handmade goods, and hometown pride come together twice a month. The Roscoe Community Market has quickly become one of the village’
South Beloit Football
South Beloit Throttles Alden‑Hebron 41–10 on a Chilly Fall Night, Behind Chase Herrington’s Four‑Touchdown Showcase
On an overcast, chilly fall night that felt like pure Illinois high school football, the South Beloit SOBOs delivered the kind of performance that shakes a conference race awake. Low 50s at kickoff, pads cracking, and a crowd that never sat down — it all set the stage for a 41–
Hononegah Handles Freeport in NIC‑10 Action, Extending Momentum Behind a Balanced, Physical Effort
Hononegah walked into Friday night’s NIC‑10 matchup against the Freeport Pretzels with confidence, rhythm, and a defense that has been tightening the screws week after week. They walked out with another convincing victory a performance that showcased discipline, physicality, and the kind of identity every contender wants to
Hononegah High School
Hononegah Girls Golf Ends 21‑Year Drought, Captures NIC‑10 Title
The Hononegah Community High School girls golf team can call itself NIC‑10 Conference Champions for the first time since 2005
Hononegah Girls Flag Football Blanks Harvard 61–0 in Non‑Conference Rout at Kelsey Field
Hononegah Community High School delivered its most lopsided victory of the season Thursday night, overwhelming Harvard 61–0 in a non‑conference matchup at Kelsey Field. The win showcased the depth, speed, and precision of a roster firing on all cylinders. Sophomore quarterback Layla Demke and junior quarterback Taylor Passmore
Hononegah
Hononegah Girls Flag Football Clinches Conference Title with 19–6 Road Win at Freeport
Hononegah earned this title.
Rockton Police Chief Completes Executive Leadership Training
Rockton Police Chief Justin Jobst has recenly completed the 30th Annual New Chiefs of Police Program, an intensive executive‑level training held September 15–18, 2020, in East Peoria, Illinois. The program, titled “Enduring, Surviving and Thriving as a Law Enforcement Executive,” was hosted by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training
Hononegah Girls Flag Football Dominates Boylan in 38–7 Win at Kelsey Field
Under the lights at Kelsey Field on Monday evening, the Hononegah Indians delivered one of their most complete performances of the season, overpowering Boylan Catholic 38–7 to move to 14–2 overall and 7–1 in the NIC‑10. From the opening series, Hononegah controlled the pace, the field
Nate Blakeman’s Eagle Scout benches find a home in South Beloit — and a community celebrates his craftsmanship, character, and family support
The kind of project that reminds a community what service looks like came to life this earlier this month, thanks to South Beloit’s own Nate Blakeman, who completed a standout Eagle Scout project that is already making an impact. Nate built and donated a set of sturdy, beautifully crafted