Rockton, IL
Common Ground Pumpkin Festival: two food trucks, two live bands, a helicopter, and pumpkin pie
The event at St. Andrew Lutheran Church in Rockton, Illinois will happen on Sept. 30, 2023.
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.
Rockton, IL
Rockton residents react to drag protest expenses
Law enforcement was Rockton's biggest expense during pro- and anti-drag protests.
Roscoe, IL
Roscoe Lions Fall Festival draws good crowds in 2023
Roscoe Fall Festival began in 1910, with the Roscoe Lions Club managing it for the past 53 years.
Rockton, IL
Rockton's Blues & BBQ: education and fun for a good cause
Proceeds from Blues & BBQ supports the Rockton community and the Jaimie Cox Memorial Scholarship.
Rockton, IL
Hononegah school spirit sparked at 2023 Purple and Gold Festival
The event introduced athletes, cheer, dance, band, administration, and faculty.
Rockton, IL
Rockton Police take quick action to save a life, new officer welcomed to Rockton Police Department
Rockton Police are preparing for Blues and BBQ on Sept. 6, 2023 at Settler's Park.
Rockton, IL
Rockton schools unveil new playground equipment
Three Rockton schools now have new, fun, and accessible playground equipment.
Rockton, IL
60th annual Corn Boil welcomes non-stop crowd
Proceeds from the Rockton American Legion Rifle Squad 60th Annual Corn Boil pays for uniforms to honor veterans who have passed away.
Roscoe, IL
Players get muddy to benefit cleaner environments
Mud Volleyball at Roscoe's Riverside Park raised $56,500 for KNIB programs and education.
Rockton, IL
Rockton 7th grader collects 170 pairs of sports shoes to give away
The National Jr. Honor Society applicant from Rockton, Illinois had hoped to hand out 100 pairs at the Beloit YMCA.
Rockton, IL
50 North: changing, expanding, and welcoming
The seniors group welcomes anyone "north" of age 50 to join in their regular activities.
Rockton, IL
Patrons at Talcott Library object to Pride Month books, board member reappointed
The library's drag Q&A event was still on the minds of many at the board meeting.
Rockton, IL
Before school starts, events on the horizon in the Stateline
A closer look at some favorite events coming soon to the Stateline area
Rockton, IL
Rockton Township renames former Greater Rockton Centre, plans future improvements
The Township also discussed a billboard, Capone's Bar, and a former medical facility.
South Beloit, IL
Third Annual Rotary Ribfest turning up the heat in friendly competition
Four local fire departments - South Beloit, Beloit, North Park and Rockton - compete to make the best ribs.
Rockton, IL
Hononegah High School board meets with feeder district boards
Four school boards from the "Hononegah Nations" feeder districts met on June 21 in the HCHS library.
Rockton, IL
Rockton Village Board gives reports, takes care of business
The Village of Rockton trustees must approve large purchases and special event applications.
Rockton, IL
Two police officers celebrated for 20 years of service to Rockton Village
Officer Penny Cure and Sergeant Justin Jobst graduated from the State Police Academy in 2003.
Rockton, IL
2023 Old Settlers Days festival drew crowds and summer fun for the whole family
Thousands of visitors in four days, thousands donated to local charities
Rockton, IL
Rockton Lions Club OSD bringing summer fun back to Stateline
Old Settlers Days in Rockton runs Thursday through Sunday, June 15-18.
Rockton, IL
Hononegah Community High School Students earn honors
Hononegah's Honors Night celebrated student accomplishments in academics, athletics, leadership, and community service.
Rockton, IL
Promising words sent to Hononegah High School graduates toward prosperous futures
In purple gowns, 461 Hononegah students received diplomas on May 27, 2023.
Rockton, IL
Hononegah seniors receive scholarships from 23 organizations
Students were awarded a total of $83,800 in scholarships.
Rockton, IL
Rockton PTO seeks community help to build new playgrounds
Thousands of dollars were donated for Rockton school playground equipment.
Rockton, IL
Hononegah's H.O.P.E Foundation gives back through teacher grants, helps meet needs in classrooms
Seven teachers at HCHS received a total of $12,879.97 in classroom grants.
