Rockton, IL
American Legion honors local youth with Good Deed awards, supports military children on Purple Up Day
The leaders of Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit support April 15 as “Purple Up Day.”
Marianne Mueller
Marianne Mueller grew up in Roscoe, IL. She is a longtime community volunteer. Mueller's writing journey began more than 20 years ago with Rockton Ramblings. She also writes for The Herald.
South Beloit, IL
Willowbrook Middle School students and staff emerge equal winners in renamed Tony Barlow Charity Games
The event benefited DEFY Domestic Abuse Beloit.
South Beloit, IL
Willowbrook Middle School students and staff emerge equal winners in renamed Tony Barlow Charity Games
The event benefited DEFY Domestic Abuse Beloit.
Rockton, IL
Hononegah's Addams Family: quirky fun, dramatic moments
The Addams family is what is often described as creepy, spooky and kooky.
Shirland, IL
Shirland's cast and crew set sail on a course of adventure in Disney's Moana Jr.
A cast of 48 students and many adult helpers brought the story of Moana to the Shirland School stage.
Roscoe, IL
You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown at Roscoe Middle School: happiness
A talented cast of 19 middle schoolers, some taking on dual roles, worked alongside a full production crew.
Rockton, IL
50 North gets grant to expand opportunities for seniors
Stateline Community Foundation has provided $3,000 for 50 North's senior activities.
Rockton, IL
Hononegah students reflect on Fast Track experience
The two seniors were part of the RAMP leadership program and have been accepted into top schools, despite their disabilities.
Rockton, IL
Galentine's Day party celebrated sisterhood and friendship
The annual ladies celebration in Rockton was complete with fun options.
Rockton, IL
New memories and doses of fun at ninth annual Yeti Fest
Rockton Yeti Fest: for four days it all revolved around yetis.
Rockton, IL
Stateline Chamber of Commerce celebrated excellence at 2024 Awards Gala
Awards came after a four course meal at The Pavilion at Orchard Ridge Farms.
Rockton, IL
Galentine's Day Party in Rockton: for the gals
Galentine's Day in Rockton on Feb. 13 celebrates sisterhood and friendship.
Rockton, IL
Hononegah teacher named president-elect of Illinois Science Teaching Association
In two years, Maggie Moore is scheduled to become president of the statewide organization.
Rockton, IL
Rockton public artist has completed 14 murals so far
Hononegah graduate and environmental designer Asia Peters is also recording her first album.
Rockton, IL
Sally Bennett named new treasurer for the Village of Rockton
Bennett has been treasurer of the Village of Winnebago for over 15 years.
Rockton, IL
9th Rockton Yeti Fest celebrates winter and yetis
Rockton Yeti Fest 2024 is putting the fun in winter, Feb. 7 - 10, 2024, in Rockton, IL.
Roscoe, IL
SMTD receives continued funding from local municipalities
Anyone in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit can register and schedule a ride.
Rockton, IL
Wimpy's Fund brought Christmas cheer to 350 children
A record 134 families received gifts of food, toys, and clothing for 2023.
Rockton, IL
Rockton Police officer Penny Cure looks back at her 20 year career
Cure retired as school resource officer at Hononegah High School on Dec. 20, 2023.
Rockton, IL
Talcott Free Library board votes to recite Pledge of Allegiance at meetings, receives new flag
In the past, nobody attended library board meetings except the board members.
Rockton, IL
Magic and spirit: Rockton Christmas Walk 2023
The 39th annual Rockton Christmas Walk filled the community with magical holiday spirit.
Rockton, IL
Rockton Lions make holiday season brighter through Wimpy's Fund
Online bidding begins on Friday afternoon, Dec. 1.
Rockton, IL
Tis the season for toy drives, fun events, Christmas music and giving back
A dozen places to find holiday cheer in Rockton, South Beloit, and Roscoe, in this season of giving and celebration.
Rockton, IL
Rockton Police Department welcomes new deputy chief
Justin Jobst has served in the Rockton Police Department for 20 years.
Rockton, IL
2023 Rockton Christmas Walk: blending traditions with newer events
Rockton will be bustling with excitement from Dec. 1-3, 2023 as the Rockton Christmas Walk returns.
