Jean Seegers has been a local journalist in the Roscoe/Rockton area for more than 20 years. She has lived in the Rockford area most of her adult life but was born and grew up in Darlington, WI.
Roscoe, IL
After 13 years as Executive Director of the North Suburban Library District, Mary Petro is retiring and moving on to a post-retirement career as a mental health counselor.
Roscoe, IL
Families are looking forward to the annual Fall Festival, September 5, 6, and 7, 2025, at Leland Park in Roscoe, IL.
Roscoe VFW Corn Roast
Corn lovers took advantage of the "all you can eat" theme at the annual VFW Post 2955 Corn Roast, Saturday, August 30, 2025.
Jaimie Cox Foundation
The annual fundraising event is held in honor of Jaimie Cox, a Rockford police officer who died in the line of duty November 5, 2017.
Deaths
Bill loved to talk to people and help them build and repair furniture.
Business
Meet and greet with the Roscoe Police Department and Harlem Roscoe Fire personnel, plus food, music, raffles, a car show, games and special attractions at National Night Out in Roscoe.
National Night Out
Police departments in South Beloit and Roscoe host an annual block party promoting police and community partnerships.
Business
Katelyn (Kate) Sauberlich is the owner, baker, and cake decorator at the Rockton shop.
South Beloit, IL
A free children's fishing clinic was held Monday, July 21, at Lake Victoria in South Beloit City Park.
Deaths
Celebration of Life dinner will be held at Historic Auto Attractions after the service.
Pat Henderson served his country and served the people of Roscoe Township for many years. He isn't idle in his retirement.
Roscoe, IL
First Congregational Community Church in Roscoe is known as the small church with a big heart.
Rockton, IL
Kids and grown-ups hopped on the hay wagon for a ride through the wetlands, prairies, and woodlands of the Nygren Preserve.
Macktown Living History
Archaeology Field School at Macktown Living History Center yielded proof of early settlers and Native Americans in the area.
Roscoe, IL
The first Makers Mercantile Outdoor Market premiered in Roscoe on Saturday, June 21, 2025.
South Beloit, IL
Pearl Lake Beach and Camping Resort is open for a fourth season with new fun -in- the- sun attractions.
News
The five superintendents meet monthly and share many joint contracts, which lowers costs.
South Beloit, IL
Students at Willowbrook Middle School learn about sustainable living through the Permaculture Club.
Veterans
Ed Suchoski has been part of Roscoe VFW Post 2955 Honor Guard since the 1990s.
Businesses
Vintage car-lovers kicked off the first Cruise Night of the season at Historic Attractions Museum in Roscoe, Illinois.
Roscoe, IL
Sebastian's, a family-style cafe, officially opens with ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Roscoe, IL
VFW members and the community of Roscoe pay tribute to those who sacrificed to keep our country safe.
Over 400 weary and happy veterans, Rosie the Riveters, assistants, medical team and bus drivers returned from the 2025 VetsRoll Trip of a Lifetime on Wednesday, May 21.
Roscoe, IL
The new manager is planning daily specials and outdoor expansion for the Roscoe landmark.
Roscoe, IL
Sharon Sima, wife of Trustee Mike Sima, baked chocolate chip cookies.
