Happenings
Drive 815: Lightyear
Sat Sep 24 8:30 pm, Rockton Athletic Fields 12801 Old River Road Rockton IL, 61072
Michael McGinnis
Michael founded Rockton-Roscoe News in 2021 after being laid off from his previous job. Since then, his work has been honored by the Illinois Press Association. He studied communications and theater arts at a small Indiana college.
Happenings
Drive 815: Luca
Fri Sep 23 8:30 pm, Rockton Athletic Fields 12801 Old River Road Rockton IL, 61072
Roscoe, IL
Everett Fornecker was an aircraft mechanic in the Pacific during World War II
Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday morning, September 21.
Roscoe, IL
Village Boards to make decisions at Tuesday's meetings
Lower garage sale fees? Buy rooftop lighting? Get a new trash service?
Happenings
Roscoe Book Club
Thu Oct 13 6:15 pm, Sophia's Restaurant 5467 Bridge St. Roscoe IL, 61073
Roscoe, IL
Death notices for Rockton and Roscoe: 9/17/2022
With sadness we announce the following deaths for the Roscoe and Rockton area in recent weeks.
Rockton, IL
Robin Davis created custom kitchens and built-ins
Services will be October 1, 2022 in Belvidere.
Happenings
1 Year Anniversary Party - After The Vine
Wed Sep 21 5:00 pm, After the Vine 181 Hawick Dr. Rockton IL, 61072
Roscoe, IL
What to do in Rockton and Roscoe - Saturday, Sep 17 - Friday, Sep 23
Check out our community calendar to find out what's happening this week.
Happenings
Boone County Farm Stroll
Sun Sep 18 10:00 am, Various Farms Boone County IL, 61011
Rockton, IL
Michael Rogers was an avid NASCAR fan
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Rockton, IL
Rockton Police conducts routine K-9 search at Hononegah
The search of the high school was completed in about 45 minutes.
Roscoe, IL
Highway authorities say they are looking into crashes at two Roscoe intersections
Neighbors have often tried to improve safety on busy roads.
Roscoe, IL
Troy Harris, Sr. came from Virginia
The funeral will be in Appomattox, VA on Saturday.
Roscoe, IL
Part of Gleasman Road to be closed beginning Tuesday
The duration of the road closure near Prairie Ridge depends on the weather.
Happenings
Street Market Extravaganza
Sat Sep 17 9:00 am, Life Church 5910 Elevator Rd Roscoe IL, 61073
Roscoe, IL
Nancy Mowen was a teacher and guidance counselor in Rockford schools
Condolences may be shared Saturday morning, September 17.
Rockton, IL
Nancy Stiener met her husband at her first job
Celebration of Life will be Wednesday afternoon, September 14, 2022
Roscoe, IL
Connie Lopez was a self-proclaimed introvert but always eager to talk politics
No formal funeral is planned, but in her honor, it's OK to have ice cream for breakfast.
Happenings
Breakfast B4 Business at Jessica's
Wed Sep 21 7:30 am, Jessica's Restaurant 5091 Edgemere Ct Roscoe IL, 61073
Happenings
Truck or Treat at Porter Park
Sat Oct 22 3:00 pm, Porter Park 6545 Windflower Ln. Roscoe IL, 61073
Happenings
elev815 Happy Hour at Benny's
Thu Sep 22, 2022, 5:30 pm, Benny's Slots Wine Spirits, 5328 Williams Dr. Roscoe IL, 61073
Happenings
Dedication Ceremony
Wed Sep 21 5:30 pm, American Legion Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton, IL
Bill Thompson managed convenience stores
Visitation and funeral was September 12, 2022.
Roscoe, IL
Photos and lists from the 2022 Roscoe Fall Festival
With a gallery of images and memories from the festival in Roscoe's Leland Park.
