Roscoe
Check out the exhibit tent at Fall Festival 2023
Twenty exhibitors will be at the Roscoe Fall Festival this year, including a historic photo booth.
Roscoe
Fall Festival – what better way to celebrate the end of summer?
All the food, parades, and fun at the Roscoe Lions Club Fall Festival
South Beloit
Sherry Hall made baby hats, scarves and rosaries
Funeral Mass will be Monday morning, August 28, 2023
Roscoe
Roscoe Lions Club Fall Festival returns to Leland Park
Many of the old traditions live on, Friday through Sunday, September 8, 9, and 10, 2023.
Rockton
Dozens of dogs respond to “Last Call” at Rockton Swimming Pool
At the end of the season, the Rockton pool has a special treat for dogs only.
Roscoe
Kathy Johnson loved caring for her outdoor critters
Memorial services will be held at a later date.
Roscoe
Corn and more corn were on the menu at VFW Post 2955 Corn Boil
Over 200 corn lovers got their fill of sweet corn, corn dogs and more, at the 2023 Roscoe VFW Post 2955 Corn Boil.
Rockton
Dean Stackhouse loved his home in the mountains
A small service will take place on the mountain he loved in Idaho.
Roscoe
Eileen Lopez lived a fulfilled life
Memorial service will be livestreamed Friday morning, August 18, 2023 in Geneseo, IL.
Rockton
"See You at the Library" in Rockton
As part of the national event at public libraries, a volunteer read a children's story that teaches Christian values and patriotism.
South Beloit
"Big Hank": Loyd Thornton became leader of his large family
Funeral is Saturday at noon, August 12, 2023 in Beloit, after visitation.
Roscoe
Jaimie Cox Motorcycle Rally: "We’re Gonna Ride Again"
On Saturday, August 26, 2023, hundreds of motorcycle riders will converge at the VFW parking lot in Roscoe, IL.
South Beloit
Andy Scalia owned Compact Motors
Funeral Mass will be Saturday morning, August 12, 2023, after visitation.
Roscoe
Roscoe VFW Post 2599 Commander Ruben Hernandez achieves All-American status
Hernandez can be found at Roscoe Post 2955 nearly every day.
Rockton
Karl Jentz was a tinkerer and a fixer
Visitation will be Friday afternoon, August 4, 2023, with services following.
Roscoe
MeMe’s – not your average thrift shop
The upscale consignment boutique in Roscoe has formal wear, jewelry, shoes, and designer purses
Roscoe
Photos: National Night Out in Roscoe
The annual event helps foster positive relationships between neighbors and law enforcement.
Roscoe
Nancy Lundquist was a friend to all
Memorial service will be Sunday afternoon, July 30, 2023, at Hope Church in Roscoe.
Rockton
Doris Billups was not afraid to speak her mind
Funeral will be Wednesday, August 2, 2023, with visitation in the morning.
Rockton
Roy Olson was a regular at the Rockton American Legion
A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, August 4, 2023 at the Rockton American Legion Post #332.
Roscoe
Roscoe VFW and Auxiliary members get creative
Each year Roscoe VFW Post 2955 come out winners in the Illinois Buddy Poppy Display competition.
Roscoe
Main Street streetscape: new beginnings for Roscoe
The entire redevelopment project will take up to five years to complete. Grants will cover 80% of the cost.
Roscoe
Fred Young helped NASA explore the galaxy
Visitation will begin Sunday, July 23, 2023 at 11 a.m., followed by a funeral service at 3 p.m.
Roscoe
James Riihl was a fine Catholic gentleman
Funeral mass will be Saturday, July 22, 2023,
Rockton
A perfect summer afternoon on the prairie at Nygren Wetlands
A portion of the proceeds from Wine & Brew at the Wetland will support Nygren Wetland Preserves.