Deaths
Death notices for the Stateline: Nov. 18, 2024
We remember those who are no longer with us in Roscoe, Rockton, and South Beloit.
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
Music: Acoustic Reverie
Friday, Nov. 29, 2024, 7-10 p.m., Louie's Taphouse, 5689 Elevator Rd., Roscoe, IL
Happenings
Music: Rollin Dubs
Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, 7 p.m., Rockton Inn Pub & Grub, 102 East Main St., Rockton, IL
News
Rockton-Roscoe News wins 3rd place in Northern Illinois News Association contest
This was the team's first award, competing against news outlets across the northern part of Illinois.
Happenings
Rockton Christmas Walk Lighted Parade
Sat Dec 7, 2024 6:00 pm, Downtown Rockton Rockton IL, 61072
Deaths
Death notices for the Stateline: Nov. 11, 2024
We remember those who are no longer with us in Roscoe, Rockton, and South Beloit.
News
New design, new features for Rockton-Roscoe News readers
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News
What's happening this week in farthest northern Illinois - Friday, Nov 9 - Friday, Nov 15
Many events coming this week to Roscoe, South Beloit, and Rockton.
News
Farthest northern Illinois voter turnout reaches 77%
Winnebago County, apart from Rockford, voted 57% for Donald J. Trump and 41% for Kamala D. Harris.
Death notices for the Stateline: Nov. 4, 2024
We remember those who are no longer with us in Roscoe, Rockton, and South Beloit.
Happenings
Roscoe Gardening Club: Backyard Bee Keeping
Sat Nov 16, 2024 10:00 am, Roscoe Township Community Center 4562 Hononegah Road Roscoe IL, 61073
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Roscoe, IL
What's happening this week in farthest northern Illinois - Friday, Nov 1 - Friday, Nov 8
It's all coming to Roscoe, South Beloit, and Rockton in the next few days.
Happenings
Rockton Historic Preservation Commission Open House
Wed Nov 13, 2024 7:00 pm, After the Vine 181 Hawick Dr. Rockton IL, 61072
Happenings
Election Day
Tue Nov 5, 2024 6:00 am, Winnebago County Clerk 404 Elm St #104 Rockford IL, 61101
Happenings
Teen Movie Matinee - Fantastic Beasts & Where To Find Them
Fri Nov 8, 2024 3:30 pm, Talcott Free Library 101 E. Main St. Rockton IL, 61072
Happenings
Teen Crafternoon: Dried Citrus Ornaments
Fri Nov 15 3:30 pm, Talcott Free Library 101 E. Main St. Rockton IL, 61072
Happenings
Comedy Night at Mustangs
Wed Oct 30 8:00 pm, Mustangs Bar Grill 482 Gardner St South Beloit IL, 61080
Happenings
Concerned Citizens Meeting About South Beloit Fire Services
Thu Nov 14 6:00 pm, South Beloit Businessmen's Association 525 Washington St. South Beloit IL, 61080
Happenings
Live Music: Rollin' Whiskey
Sat Nov 2, 2024 8:00 pm, Louie's Tap House, 5689 Elevator Rd. Roscoe IL, 61073
Happenings
Live Music: Pistol Pete Band at Louie's
Fri Nov 1 7:00 pm, Louie's Tap House 5689 Elevator Rd. Roscoe IL, 61073
Roscoe, IL
Death notices for the Stateline: Oct. 28, 2024
We remember those who are no longer with us in Roscoe, Rockton, and South Beloit.
Happenings
Village of Roscoe Strategic Planning Workshop
Tue Nov 12, 2024 5:30 pm, Village of Roscoe 10631 Main Street Roscoe IL, 61073
Chemtool
Residents will be able to resubmit Chemtool claims that didn't go through
"This process should capture all those class members," says attorney Dan Flynn.
Happenings
Roscoe Travelers Club Meeting: Portugal
Mon Nov 11 7:00 pm, Roscoe Township Community Center 4562 Hononegah Road Roscoe IL, 61073
