Rockton, IL
Edgar Van Barriger loved to feed people
A funeral mass will be held on February 18, 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.
Roscoe, IL
HRFD Firehouse Scene - February 2023
The February 2023 issues has photos of ice rescue training.
Rockton, IL
Susan Blue made her workplace feel like home
A celebration of Susan’s life will take place at a later date.
Happenings
Music from the 1840s at Macktown Living History
Sun Feb 12 2:00 pm, Macktown Living History 2221 Freeport Road Rockton IL, 61072
Roscoe, IL
Marlene Nicoson quit school to help on the farm but she got her GED
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Roscoe, IL
Rep. John Cabello will serve as Assistant House Minority Leader, Minority Spokesperson for two committees
Rep. Cabello previously served in the Illinois General Assembly for more than eight years.
Roscoe, IL
Village board meetings tonight may include important announcements
Jamie Evans has served as Roscoe's Chief of Police since 2008.
Roscoe, IL
Stateline Chamber Awards Gala celebrated community members
Eight were honored at the gala with awards.
Rockton, IL
What to do in Rockton and Roscoe - Feb 6-12
This week: winter walk, Rockton Yeti Fest, trustees, Willy Wonka, and a football game
Happenings
Live Music: Minimal at 6th Annual Super Bowl Pre Game Bash
Sun Feb 12 1:00 pm, Louie's Tap House 5689 Elevator Rd. Roscoe IL, 61073
Happenings
Galentines Day in Rockton
Thu Feb 9 4:00 pm, Downtown Rockton Rockton IL, 61072
Roscoe, IL
Roscoe Police seeks two home invasion suspects
The two men beat and robbed the occupant.
Roscoe, IL
Death notices for Rockton and Roscoe: 2/5/2023
With sadness we announce several deaths for the Roscoe and Rockton area in recent weeks.
Happenings
Village of Roscoe Board Meeting
Tue Feb 7 6:30 pm, Village of Roscoe 10631 Main Street Roscoe IL, 61073
Happenings
Rockton Village Board of Trustees
Tue Feb 7 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center 110 East Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
Happenings
Roscoe Township Board Meeting
Wed Feb 8 7:00 pm, Roscoe Township 5792 Elevator Road Roscoe IL, 61073
Rockton, IL
New Rockton firefighters sworn in
Four were pinned with their badges on Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023.
Happenings
Lunch and Learn: 3 Common Myths About Heart Disease
Thu Mar 9 11:30 am, Firehouse Pub 10670 Main Street Roscoe IL, 61073
Roscoe, IL
Book clubs meets in Rockton and Roscoe
Come even if you haven't finished reading the book - if you don't mind spoilers.
Happenings
Teen Movie Matinee - Rango at Talcott Library
Fri Feb 10, 2023, 3:30 pm, Talcott Free Library 101 E. Main St. Rockton IL, 61072
Roscoe, IL
Roscoe begins getting new 96 gallon recycling carts today
The old carts will be collected later this week.
Roscoe, IL
Death notices for Rockton and Roscoe: 1/29/2023
With sadness we announce several deaths for the Roscoe and Rockton area in recent weeks.
Happenings
Crooked River Coffee House and Open Mic Night
Sat Mar 18 6:00 pm, Old Stone Church 101 E Union St. Rockton IL, 61072
Roscoe, IL
Snow emergencies for Roscoe and Rockton
A winter weather advisory is in effect for Saturday morning into Sunday morning.
Rockton, IL
Wander at the Wetland: Full Moon Snowshoe & Hike
Hike, snowshoe, or ski this prairie trail near Rockton, lit by hundreds of luminaries.
