Happenings
Veterans Dinner - Roscoe VFW
Fri Nov 11 4:30 pm, Roscoe VFW 11385 2nd Street Roscoe IL, 61073
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
Death notices for Rockton and Roscoe: 11/6/2022
With sadness we announce several recent deaths in the Roscoe and Rockton area.
Rockton, IL
Harriett Geiseman was a hard working, loving and caring individual
Funeral and visitation will be Saturday morning, Nov. 12.
Happenings
Artist's Reception with Jerry Jacobs
Sat Nov 26 1:00 pm, Jill Rae Finally Art Studio & Gallery 210 W. Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton, IL
JR Finally Art presents "California Dream'n on Such a Winter's Day: Neon Drawings by Featured Artist Jerry Jacobs"
Featured artist Jerry Jacobs is a longtime resident of Rockton.
Rockton, IL
See Harvey at Hononegah - if you can
The hilarious show focuses on a tall rabbit-like creature, though he never appears on stage.
Happenings
A Fall Band Concert
Wed Nov 9 7:00 pm, Hononegah Performing Arts Center 307 Salem St. Rockton IL, 61072
Roscoe, IL
Meet the candidates for Illinois State Senate District 45
Andrew Chesney and Gerald Podraza want to represent Roscoe and Rockton in Springfield.
Happenings
Food Truck Friday at Roscoe Village Hall
Fri Nov 4 11:00 am, Village Hall 10631 Main St. Roscoe IL, 61073
Happenings
Music: Kevin Burns at After the Vine
Fri Nov 4 5:00 pm, After the Vine 181 Hawick Dr. Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton, IL
Edward J. Belken was a banker for almost 40 years
Visitation will be Sunday afternoon, Nov. 6, 2022.
Roscoe, IL
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING - Stateline Mass Transit District
The hearing will consider change of current fare structure for unaccompanied child riders.
Happenings
Getting Ready for Winter at Macktown
Sun Nov 13 10:00 am, Macktown Living History 2221 Freeport Road Rockton IL, 61072
Happenings
Rockton Village Board of Trustees
Tue Nov 1 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center 110 East Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton, IL
Brian Tracy was real estate investor and church treasurer
Memorial ceremony will be Friday morning, November 4, 2022
Roscoe, IL
Village meetings plan to look back and look forward
Both villages are considering policies and spending this week.
Roscoe, IL
Death notices for Rockton and Roscoe: 10/30/2022
With sadness we announce several deaths for the Roscoe and Rockton area in recent weeks.
Happenings
Hoo Haven Annual Open House
Sun Nov 6 12:00 pm, Hoo Haven 10823 Cleveland Road Durand IL, 61024
Rockton, IL
John Johnsen's 10-year care for his wife never wavered
A celebration of life will be at a later date.
Roscoe, IL
Barb Henderson was a playground attendant at Stone Creek School
Funeral will be Tuesday afternoon, November 1, 2022.
Roscoe, IL
Again, trick-or-treating in Roscoe is Saturday, not Monday
Chicory Ridge will limit parking on Saturday evening.
Roscoe, IL
Terri Hausvick was coach, president of the teacher’s union and member of the school board
Visitation will be Friday evening, October 28, with service Saturday morning.
Rockton, IL
Car turns on side, driver does not survive
The driver was pronounced dead at the hospital.
Happenings
Trick or Treat in Roscoe
Sat Oct 29 12:00 am, Village of Roscoe Roscoe IL, 61073
Roscoe, IL
Large drug quantities seized at "Black Sheep Vintage" off Rockton Road
A Caledonia man is in custody for possession with intent to deliver drugs.
