Deaths
Priscilla Gayle Keefer is remembered for her generosity and kindness
No services are planned at this time for the Rockton civic benefactor.
Marianne Mueller
Marianne Mueller grew up in Roscoe, IL. A longtime community volunteer, Mueller's writing journey began 25 years ago with Rockton Ramblings. She also writes for The Herald. Her work has been honored by the Northern Illinois News Association.
Hononegah
Photos: Hononegah Prom 2025
The Gatsby-themed event was held on Saturday, May 3, 2025.
Rockton, IL
Mystical fun coming back to Rockton at May Day Faerie Festival
Rockton's Settlers Park on Saturday, May 3, 2025, will have dancing, music, astrology, henna, and over 30 vendors.
Hononegah
Hononegah HOPE Foundation raises funds and fun with “Touch of the Tropics"
The HOPE Foundation began in 1997 and has provided thousands in grants to the school.
Rockton, IL
Native pride and skills celebrated at Macktown Living History
Indigenous peoples lived over 8,000 years on the Macktown grounds.
Hononegah
New ball fields at Hononegah
Weber Field honors the memory of a former student and the history of former teams and coaches at the Rockton IL high school.
Hononegah
Once Upon A Mattress: a heartwarming, humorous hit at Hononegah
Hononegah's spring musical play tells the story of the Princess and the Pea.
South Beloit, IL
Tony Barlow Charity Games net largest donations for local charity
Willowbrook Middle School students won the fierce competition against staff in volleyball and basketball games.
Roscoe, IL
Roscoe Gardening Club planting seeds for the future
Current projects: community garden, scholarships, and much more
Election
Meet the Rockton Township Candidates
Six candidates are running for four Trustee seats in Rockton Township.
Election
Four candidates are running for three trustee seats in the Village of Rockton
The Village President and Village Clerk are running unopposed for reelection.
Election
Seven candidates vying for five seats on Talcott Library Board
Local elections in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit will be held on Tuesday, April 1, 2025.
