Roscoe, IL
The EPA found metals in Rockton water in 2004, but not enough to keep testing for them.
As of 2004, the EPA detected high levels of VOCs but low levels of metals.
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.
Roscoe, IL
Obituary: Thomas Jose Figueroa (2004 - 2021)
Services for the Hononegah wrestler and football player will be Saturday.
Happenings
Perfecta Farm "B" Horse Show
Thu Aug 5 8:00 am, Sporting Horses 12250 Love Road Roscoe IL, 61073
Happenings
Cast Iron Sunday at Macktown Living History
Sun Aug 8 2:00 pm, Macktown Living History 2221 Freeport Road Rockton IL, 61072
Roscoe, IL
Exploring the forest preserves of Roscoe
Some have forests, some prairies, some wetlands, some golf courses.
Happenings
Hidden Creek Estates Grand Opening
Thu Jul 29 5:30 pm, Hidden Creek Estates 13276 White School Roscoe IL, 61073
Roscoe, IL
Obituary: Linda Gabel-Vaughan (1954-2021)
The light Linda Gabel-Vaughan carried in her infectious smile will be missed by many.
Roscoe, IL
Heavy metals found in Rockton neighborhood groundwater, may not be new
Heavy metals found in Rockton's groundwater may be older than Chemtool.
Roscoe, IL
Obituary: Timothy I. Michael (1958-2021)
Memorial service will be held on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. in Honquest Loves Park.
Happenings
R/C Water Fun Fly
Sat Aug 21 9:00 am, Rock Valley R/C Flyers Chicory Ridge Park Roscoe IL, 61073
Roscoe, IL
Introducing our new writer Jean Seegers
Jean Seegers has been writing for the Rockton Herald for 20 years.
Roscoe, IL
Mobile Food Pantry in Roscoe: free food for neighbors in need
Pre-packed groceries: no ID, proof of address, or income required, while supplies last.
Roscoe, IL
Obituary: Robert "Bud" L. LaBree (1932-2021)
Bud LaBree, a Korean War veteran, operated LaBree Concrete in Rockton.
Roscoe, IL
Village of Roscoe proclaims "Avani Joshi Day," approves other special events
The Village also approved permits for National Night Out and Mud Volleyball.
Roscoe, IL
Obituary: Donald Leville Greer, Sr., (1951-2021)
Visitation on Thursday from 1 p.m. until the 2 p.m. funeral at Honquest in Roscoe.
Happenings
Historic Walking Tour in Rockton
Wed Aug 11 6:00 pm, Settlers Park 200 E. Hawick Dr. Rockton IL, 61072
Roscoe, IL
Rep. Sosnowski talks about cost savings
State Representative Joe Sosnowski says Illinois needs to change its spending priorities.
Roscoe, IL
A user's guide to Rockton-Roscoe News
For 185 years, Roscoe and Rockton never had our own daily newspaper.
Roscoe, IL
Obituary: Gerald "Jerry" W. Fisher (1945-2021)
Mr. Fisher was principal of Harlem High School from 1994 to 2003.
Happenings
Mobile Blood Drive - Mary's Market
Tue Jul 27 10:00 am, Mary's Market Cafe & Bakery-Roscoe 4866 Bluestem Road Roscoe IL, 61073
Happenings
Blood Drive - Roscoe VFW
Tue Aug 10 12:30 pm, Roscoe VFW 11385 2nd Street Roscoe IL, 61073
Happenings
Kinnikinnick District Back to School Extravaganza
Mon Aug 30 4:00 pm, Ledgewood/Stone Creek Play Area 11633 Southgate Rd. Roscoe IL, 61073
Happenings
Summer Photography on the Farm
Wed Aug 11 5:00 pm, Angelic Organics Learning Center 1545 Rockton Rd. Caledonia IL, 61101
Chemtool
Chemtool hasn't released list of materials, says fire reduced everything to its elemental form
Lubrizol admits contaminants released from the fire include sulphur and zinc.
Roscoe, IL
Obituary: Stephan L. Lane (1954-2021)
Funeral will be held Thursday, visitation Wednesday, at McCorkle Funeral Home.
