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.
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
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.
Roscoe, IL
MeMe’s – not your average thrift shop
The upscale consignment boutique in Roscoe has formal wear, jewelry, shoes, and designer purses
Roscoe, IL
Photos: National Night Out in Roscoe
The annual event helps foster positive relationships between neighbors and law enforcement.
Roscoe, IL
Nancy Lundquist was a friend to all
Memorial service will be Sunday afternoon, July 30, 2023, at Hope Church in Roscoe.
Rockton, IL
Doris Billups was not afraid to speak her mind
Funeral will be Wednesday, August 2, 2023, with visitation in the morning.
Rockton, IL
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, IL
Roscoe VFW and Auxiliary members get creative
Each year Roscoe VFW Post 2955 come out winners in the Illinois Buddy Poppy Display competition.
Roscoe, IL
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, IL
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.
