Business
How to satisfy your sweet tooth: Wicked Sweets by Kate in Rockton
Katelyn (Kate) Sauberlich is the owner, baker, and cake decorator at the Rockton shop.
Jean Seegers
An award-winning reporter, 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.
South Beloit, IL
Gone fishin: free fishing clinic in South Beloit
A free children's fishing clinic was held Monday, July 21, at Lake Victoria in South Beloit City Park.
Deaths
Dave Neiber had a passion for old cars, especially Studebakers
Celebration of Life dinner will be held at Historic Auto Attractions after the service.
Pat Henderson: living life to the fullest
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 Church Clothes Closet is open to all those in need
First Congregational Community Church in Roscoe is known as the small church with a big heart.
Rockton, IL
Families take in the bounty of nature in the wetlands
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 students dig into history
Archaeology Field School at Macktown Living History Center yielded proof of early settlers and Native Americans in the area.
Roscoe, IL
Despite the heat, shoppers came out to take in a new Roscoe event
The first Makers Mercantile Outdoor Market premiered in Roscoe on Saturday, June 21, 2025.
South Beloit, IL
Sandy beaches, crystal clear water, and new adventures await visitors at Pearl Lake Resort
Pearl Lake Beach and Camping Resort is open for a fourth season with new fun -in- the- sun attractions.
News
Superintendents give report card on area schools
The five superintendents meet monthly and share many joint contracts, which lowers costs.
South Beloit, IL
Permaculture Club kids learn how to live off the land
Students at Willowbrook Middle School learn about sustainable living through the Permaculture Club.
Veterans
Vietnam vet stands down after 30 years as VFW Honor Guard
Ed Suchoski has been part of Roscoe VFW Post 2955 Honor Guard since the 1990s.
