Roscoe
Stiffler family mourns loss of eldest brother
Steve Stiffler passed away at home, just hours after his father.
Jean Seegers
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
Richard Stiffler, father of eight, was loved by all who knew him
A private family celebration and mass will be held.
Roscoe
Connie Moore was a familiar face at Schnucks
Donations can be made in her name to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research.
Roscoe
Kinnikinnick School District welcomes 16 new educators and staff members
The next Kinnikinnick school board meeting will be September 26.
South Beloit
Donald Carlson spent most of his adult life in law enforcement
Don served most of his career as a trooper patrolling the Illinois tollways.
Rockton
Young entrepreneur is on a mission to succeed
The 21-year-old Hononegah grad has already started two businesses, besides studying full-time at Beloit College.
Roscoe
John Alexander was proud to be a Roscoe Lion
A visitation will be Saturday morning, September 23, 2023, with a Celebration of Life following.
Roscoe
Carnival rides, games, and food at Fall Festival
Rides and booths are being set up for a busy three days in Roscoe's Leland Park.
Roscoe
Rock’n and roll’n on the Main Stage at Fall Festival, 2023
The Roscoe Fall Festival features three local bands, including STEREOtype at 3:30 on Sunday.
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