Roscoe, IL
Rockton artist Jerry Jacobs: neon boho art for the path less traveled
An artist's reception will be held from 1 -3 p.m Saturday, Nov. 26, 2022 at Jill Rae Finally Art Studio & Gallery in Rockton.
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
Sharon Kay Hale: days and nights filled with stories and laughter
Sharon retired from OSF in August 2020.
Roscoe, IL
Jewel Ainsworth, age 102, had many adventures
Jewel will be laid to rest in Arizona next to her man, Lloyd E. Ainsworth.
Rockton, IL
Gerrie Harshbarger was elected Roscoe's first Village Clerk
Visitation and memorial ceremony will be Dec. 10, 2022.
Roscoe, IL
What to do in Rockton and Roscoe this weekend: Nov 25-27
Four events are coming up this weekend on our calendar.
Happenings
Concert: Alleluia Quartet
Sat Dec 10 7:00 pm, Roscoe United Methodist Church 10816 Main St. Roscoe IL, 61073
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Music: Kevin Burns at After the Vine
Fri Nov 25 5:00 pm, After the Vine 181 Hawick Dr. Rockton IL, 61072
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Historic Auto Attractions - Last Weekend of the Season
Sat Nov 26 12:00 am, Historic Auto Attractions 13825 Metric Rd Roscoe IL, 61073
Rockton, IL
Rockton off Main: more Christmas delights
Many cute shops in Rockton, IL, not all on Main Street.
Roscoe, IL
Richard Brown owned Rockford Mercantile Agency
Richard’s family will celebrate his life at Hidden Waters Golf Course in Waupaca, WI.
Roscoe, IL
Ross Stenberg was a leader in the Roscoe VFW
Celebration of Life will be at VFW Post 2955 on Saturday afternoon, Jan. 14, 2023.
Rockton, IL
Four fire departments stop Rockton garage fire from spreading
Damage to the North Blackhawk structures is estimated at $30,000.
Roscoe, IL
Death notices for Rockton and Roscoe: 11/20/2022
With sadness we announce several recent deaths for the Roscoe and Rockton area.
Rockton, IL
Rockton Christmas Walk 2022: Schedule and Events
The 38th Annual Rockton Christmas Walk is Dec. 2-4, 2022.
Rockton, IL
Police shooting at Rockton Walmart leads to high-speed chase
A task force will determine if the Rockton officer followed the rules when he fired his gun.
Roscoe, IL
Hometown Holiday Celebration in Roscoe: what's new for 2022?
Roscoe's Christmas celebration will be Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022 along Main Street and at nearby Main Street Square too.
Roscoe, IL
What to do in Rockton and Roscoe this weekend: Friday, Nov 18 - Saturday, Nov 19
Our community calendar always has something happening.
Happenings
Food Truck Friday at Roscoe Village Hall
Fri Nov 18 10:00 am, Roscoe Village Hall 10631 Main St. Roscoe IL, 61073
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14th Annual Turkey Trot
Thu Nov 24 8:30 am, NorthPointe Wellness 5605 E Rockton Rd. Roscoe IL, 61073
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Northern Illinois Toy Show
Sat Nov 19 8:00 am, Life Church 5910 Elevator Rd Roscoe IL, 61073
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Live Music: Dinner and Drinks with Paul Bronson Acoustic Music
Fri Nov 18 6:00 pm, Louie's Tap House 5689 Elevator Road Roscoe IL, 61073
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Live Music: Fred & Ginger
Sun Nov 27 2:00 pm, After the Vine 163 East Hawick Rockton IL, 61072
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Music: Rick Marchione at After the Vine
Fri Nov 18 6:00 pm, After the Vine 181 Hawick Dr. Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton, IL
Holiday shopping opportunities on West Main in Rockton
Christmas is coming, and Main Street Rockton attracts shoppers from miles around.
Happenings
Holiday Book Sale
Fri Dec 2 9:00 am, Talcott Free Library 101 E. Main St. Rockton IL, 61072
