Roscoe, IL
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.
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, IL
Stiffler family mourns loss of eldest brother
Steve Stiffler passed away at home, just hours after his father.
Roscoe, IL
Richard Stiffler, father of eight, was loved by all who knew him
A private family celebration and mass will be held.
Roscoe, IL
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, IL
Kinnikinnick School District welcomes 16 new educators and staff members
The next Kinnikinnick school board meeting will be September 26.
South Beloit, IL
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, IL
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, IL
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, IL
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, IL
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, IL
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, IL
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, IL
Sherry Hall made baby hats, scarves and rosaries
Funeral Mass will be Monday morning, August 28, 2023
Roscoe, IL
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, IL
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, IL
Kathy Johnson loved caring for her outdoor critters
Memorial services will be held at a later date.
Roscoe, IL
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, IL
Dean Stackhouse loved his home in the mountains
A small service will take place on the mountain he loved in Idaho.
Roscoe, IL
Eileen Lopez lived a fulfilled life
Memorial service will be livestreamed Friday morning, August 18, 2023 in Geneseo, IL.
Rockton, IL
"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, IL
"Big Hank": Loyd Thornton became leader of his large family
Funeral is Saturday at noon, August 12, 2023 in Beloit, after visitation.
Roscoe, IL
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, IL
Andy Scalia owned Compact Motors
Funeral Mass will be Saturday morning, August 12, 2023, after visitation.
Roscoe, IL
Roscoe VFW Post 2599 Commander Ruben Hernandez achieves All-American status
Hernandez can be found at Roscoe Post 2955 nearly every day.
Rockton, IL
Karl Jentz was a tinkerer and a fixer
Visitation will be Friday afternoon, August 4, 2023, with services following.
