Jean Seegers

Roscoe

Restoration continues at Robert Cross homestead

The Roscoe Township Historical Society has worked on the historic 173-year-old house for three years.

Roscoe

It’s Christmas time in the Village

The Village of Roscoe is welcoming the holiday season with the annual Hometown Holiday celebration.

Roscoe

John Bergeron is sworn in as Harlem-Roscoe Fire Protection District chief

Bergeron has been interim chief since October 2022.

Roscoe

Mr. Christmas is ready to light up the night

Luis Roldan, known as Mr. Christmas, creates a spectacular light display on his front yard in Roscoe each year.

Rockton

Santa’s Attic packed with Christmas goodies

Shoppers will get another chance for Christmas decor on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023.

Roscoe

Patricia Peterson spent her life helping others

Funeral Mass will be Thursday morning, November 16, 2023.

Rockton

Stateline Robotics Team helps special kids get around faster

The robotics team's next competition is December 2, 2023, hosted by Winnebago's team.

South Beloit

The sun always shines at Prairie Hill School

Principal Kevin Finnigan was one of nine principals nationwide selected to receive the Blue Ribbon School award for Outstanding Leadership.

Rockton

Stateline Robotics Club is a lot more than building robots

This summer, the team modified a motorized chair for a young local girl.

Rockton

RESPECT was the theme at Stephen Mack Middle School Class Act program

The Class Act program, led by Beth DeVries, has been delivering a positive message to students at Stephen Mack Middle School in Rockton, IL for 25 years.

Roscoe

Turkey on the menu at Veterans Day dinner, November 11, 2023

The cost is $15 but veterans are free.

Roscoe

Richard Stiffler: a long life is a life well spent

Richard Stiffler was the beloved patriarch of a family that included his wife Rita and eight children.

Roscoe

Truck or Treat Halloween event at Roscoe's Porter Park attracted thousands

Local businesses and volunteers donated prizes, passed out candy, and decorated pumpkins.

Rockton

Main Street Mini Social: the perfect intimate social venue is right here in Rockton

The unique meeting space is perfect for small occasions with up to 45 guests.

Roscoe

Jim Moore never met a stranger

Visitation and funeral will be in St. Charles, IL on Tuesday, October 24, 2023.

Roscoe

A bountiful breakfast with 50 North

Seniors from Roscoe, Rockton, South Beloit and surrounding communities had a sumptuous breakfast at the Roscoe Township Community Center on Oct. 12, 2023.

Roscoe

Preserving a piece of history at Second Hand Horology

Second Hand Horology in Roscoe is devoted to preserving pre-owned vintage watch pieces.

Rockton

Scarpetta family mourn the loss of their beloved Brock

Visitation and funeral will be Sunday afternoon, Oct. 15, 2023.

Roscoe

Country Financial agent Nick Sommer gives back to Harlem Roscoe Fire Department

Nick Sommer will never forget June 23, 2017, the day his family lost their home in Roscoe in a devastating fire.

Roscoe

Lighthouse Chapel is building a congregation in Roscoe

The congregation began meeting at Kids Spot in May 2023.

Roscoe

Connie Christiansen was a devoted teacher in Harlem and Kinnikinnick school districts

Contributions can be made to the Alzheimer's Association or Roscoe United Methodist Church.

Rockton

Peter Rossi was a member of the original Old Settlers Day committee

Memorials can be given to Northern Illinois Hospice and Rockton Fire Department.

South Beloit

Jason Luethy was a sports fan and bowler

Memorial service will be Sunday afternoon, October 8, 2023.

Roscoe

Antique lovers find real treasures at Roscoe Township Historical Society fundraiser

Antique lovers shopped for bargains at the Roscoe Township Historical Society Antique Sale on Saturday, Sept. 23-24, 2023.

Roscoe

Truck or Treat Halloween extravaganza coming back to Roscoe on October 21

Last year well over 1,000 attendees descended on Porter Park for the free, family-oriented festivities.