Roscoe, IL
John Schandelmeier was a devoted husband, father, Christian, electrician, coach, and fisherman
Visitation and Celebration of Life will be Friday, July 14, 2023
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.
Rockton, IL
Talcott's Drag Q&A: where and why
The Rockton library's controversial teen event will be held virtually on Friday afternoon.
Rockton, IL
CYT brings musical theater summer camp to the Rockford area
The children's theater group brings several musical shows to Hononegah PAC each year.
Roscoe, IL
Death notices for the Stateline: 7/10/2023
With sadness, we announce several deaths for Roscoe, Rockton, and South Beloit in recent weeks.
Rockton, IL
No counter-protest at Talcott Library, Rockton Pride plans party instead
Rockton Family Initiative plans nightly protests at the library and during the virtual drag event.
Happenings
Live Music: Sunday Afternoon with Minimal
Sun Jul 9 1:00 pm, Louie's Tap House 5689 Elevator Rd. Roscoe IL, 61073
Roscoe, IL
Winnebago County will be seal coating three Roscoe area roads beginning July 11
Temporary closures or delays should be expected between July 11-14.
Roscoe, IL
No serious injuries at Love & McCurry collision
The two-vehicle collision happened shortly before 5 p.m. July 5, 2023.
Happenings
Live Music: Mahalo at That Thursday Thing
Thu Jul 13 6:30 pm, Roscoe United Methodist Church 10816 Main St. Roscoe IL, 61073
Happenings
Live Music: Carson Hall at Firehouse Pub
Fri Jul 14 5:00 pm, Firehouse Pub 10670 Main Street Roscoe IL, 61073
Happenings
Music: Carson Hall at After the Vine
Sat Jul 8 6:00 pm, After the Vine 181 Hawick Dr. Rockton IL, 61072
Happenings
Live Music: Fred & Ginger
Sun Jul 9 2:00 pm, After the Vine 163 East Hawick Rockton IL, 61072
Roscoe, IL
Harlem-Roscoe Fire battled two fires on Fourth of July
Before they had finished with the first fire, Harlem-Roscoe received a second call.
Rockton, IL
Rich Hook raced motocross and loved to make people laugh
Visitation and funeral will be Thursday afternoon, July 6, 2023.
Roscoe, IL
Village of Roscoe to consider community pavilion and solar farm
The board will also appoint members to two boards and approve four special events.
Roscoe, IL
Jean Powers acquired many pets over her lifetime, through no fault of her own
Memorial service will be on Friday, July 7, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. with a visitation from 3- 5 p.m.
Happenings
Live Music: Vince Chiarelli
Sat Jul 8 7:00 pm, Hidden Creek Estates 13276 White School Roscoe IL, 61073
Rockton, IL
Drag event at Rockton library will be virtual
Both supporters and opponents still plan real-life protests at the Talcott Library.
Roscoe, IL
Death notices for the Stateline: 7/3/2023
With sadness, we announce several deaths for Roscoe, Rockton, and South Beloit in recent weeks.
Happenings
Village of Roscoe Board Meeting
Tue Jul 18 6:30 pm, Village of Roscoe 10631 Main Street Roscoe IL, 61073
Happenings
Village of Roscoe Board Meeting
Wed Jul 5 6:30 pm, Village of Roscoe 10631 Main Street Roscoe IL, 61073
Happenings
Rockton Village Board of Trustees
Tue Aug 15 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center 110 East Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton, IL
Talcott Library board votes 4-2 to proceed with Drag Q&A
The library says members of their Teen Advisory Board asked for the event.
Rockton, IL
Public comments and speeches from the Talcott Library board meeting
Several people spoke at the June 26, 2023 board meeting, both for and against the planned drag Q&A.
Rockton, IL
Divided opinions on Drag Q&A at Talcott Free Library
Strong views on both sides will be heard at the library's board meeting on Monday.
