Rockton, IL
Rockton school art show tapped into best of nature
Rockton students from kindergarten through grade 5 took visitors on an art journey to national parks,
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 Village swears in trustees, road project started
Rockton's American Legion Auxiliary will distribute poppies in downtown Rockton over four days.
Rockton, IL
Hononegah student achievements recognized
Students had success in bowling, languages, robotics, and leadership.
Rockton, IL
Hononegah Community High School board members sworn in
The newly reorganized school board met for the first time on April 19, 2023.
Rockton, IL
Village of Rockton welcomes new police officers, appoints fire and police commissioners
Rockton trustees also voted to annex a former clinic and to help relocate a gas line for a Main Street pub.
Rockton, IL
Hononegah's Midnight Ball Prom
Hononegah's 2023 Prom was held at the Tebala on Saturday evening, April 22, 2023.
Shirland, IL
Shirland School displayed great musical talent in Schoolhouse Rock Live, Jr.
A huge audience relived memories of this 1970's award winning Saturday morning educational cartoon.
Rockton, IL
Rockton's younger students featured in 2023 Project Fair
“The kids did an amazing job, considering that none of them have ever seen a project fair before."
Rockton, IL
Hononegah H.O.P.E. Foundation “Touch of Caddyshack” - great fun for a worthy cause
This was the foundation's 21st annual fundraising dinner, beginning in 1997.
Rockton, IL
Rockton Township votes to donate to three historical organizations
Benefiting from the donation: Macktown Living History, Rockton Township Historical Society, and South Beloit Historical Society
Shirland, IL
Shirland School music department to present Schoolhouse Rock Live, Jr.
Only one performance: Thursday evening, April 20, at 7 p.m.
Rockton, IL
Re-elected Talcott Free Library Board members ready to continue
Dan Garlow, Terrie Garlow and Bob Geddeis want to continue advancing library improvements and services.
Rockton, IL
Seven candidates are running for three seats on Hononegah Board of Education
Two slates of candidates are on the ballot for Hononegah Community High School Board of Education.
Roscoe, IL
Seven running for three seats in Village of Rockton Trustee election
On the ballot: Dave Winters, Tyler Seever, Jamin Unger, Nicole Roggenbuck, Jodi May, Angela Ketelsen, and Dan Baumgartner.
Roscoe, IL
New Hononegah Pinball Club quickly gaining popularity
The club plans to meet regularly at Pixel Paradise Arcade in Roscoe.
Roscoe, IL
Over $75,000 raised at 2023 Torch Run-Polar Plunge in 18th year
The Rockford Region Law Enforcement Torch Run-Polar Plunge was held at Olson Lake in Rock Cut State Park.
Rockton, IL
History of Birds Grove, Stephen Mack's original settlement (1829-1835)
Birds Grove is Stephen Mack's original settlement (1829-1835) at the mouth of Dry Run, now known as Hononegah Forest Preserve, before founding the Macktown settlement in Rockton.
Rockton, IL
Rockton Village meets for future improvements for water, sewer, and streets
The Village of Rockton is also planning street reconstruction projects on Center and Chapel Streets.
Rockton, IL
Pure wintertime fun at Rockton Yeti Fest
The event featured snow sculptures, sled dogs, hot cocoa, dancing, and a scavenger hunt.
Rockton, IL
Sisterhood of friendship celebrated at Rockton Galentine's Day event
The holiday offers a day for ladies to celebrate ladies.
Rockton, IL
Village of Rockton: minors may not own air-powered weapons, bows and arrows, or slingshots
Also, Officer Michael Johnson was promoted to the rank of sergeant in the Rockton Police Department.
Rockton, IL
Nonprofit groups in Rockton and Roscoe making plans for 2023
Most of the Stateline's signature events are organized by nonprofit groups.
Rockton, IL
Rockton Yeti Fest adding new winter events
Other events: Galentine's Day and Wander at the Wetlands
Rockton, IL
Hononegah advances in many sports
Basketball, bowling, cheerleading, dance, swim, wrestling, and robotics
Rockton, IL
Hononegah board takes care of business
Workplace Readiness, touch panel displays, parking lot improvements
