Deaths
Death notices for the Stateline: July 1, 2026
We remember those who are no longer with us in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit.
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Rockton Ramblings
Roscoe Gardening Club Rock Snake Competition off to fierce start
All are encouraged to get their imaginations running with this year's Rock Snake Competition, organized by the Roscoe Gardening Club.
DeeDee’s to begin serving espresso drinks July 9
A new espresso machine, employee training, and an updated menu are all part of the rollout planned for early July.
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This week in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit: Tuesday, June 30th, 2026
End of June: what’s happening in far northern Illinois
Roscoe, IL
Village of Roscoe Board Meeting
Tue Aug 18, 2026, 6:30 pm, Village of Roscoe, 10631 Main Street, Roscoe IL, 61073
Roscoe, IL
Village of Roscoe Board Meeting
Tue Sept 15, 2026, 6:30 pm, Village of Roscoe, 10631 Main Street, Roscoe IL, 61073
Roscoe, IL
Village of Roscoe Board Meeting
Tue Oct 20, 2026, 6:30 pm, Village of Roscoe, 10631 Main Street, Roscoe IL, 61073
Roscoe, IL
Village of Roscoe Board Meeting
Tue Nov 4 , 2026, 6:30 pm, Village of Roscoe, 10631 Main Street, Roscoe IL, 61073
Roscoe, IL
Village of Roscoe Board Meeting
Tue Nov 17, 2026, 6:30 pm, Village of Roscoe, 10631 Main Street, Roscoe IL, 61073
Roscoe, IL
Village of Roscoe Board Meeting
Tue Dec 15, 2026, 6:30 pm, Village of Roscoe, 10631 Main Street, Roscoe IL, 61073
Veterans
South Beloit Veterans Organizations Join Together to Serve Community Breakfast
South Beloit American Legion Holtz-Hirst Post 288 and VFW Post 11019 came together to serve breakfast for veterans, their families, and community guests at the shared post home located at 14879 Dorr Road in South Beloit. The event brought together members from both Veterans Service Organizations for a morning
The Jack Backpack Project
Organizers say the goal is simple: ensure every young learner begins the year prepared, supported, and excited for school.
Seniors
50 North, Senior Activity Event: Pizza Party!
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, Rockton Township Community Center, 302 Main St., Rockton, IL 61072
Roscoe, IL
Village of Roscoe Board Meeting
Tue Dec 1, 2026, 6:30 pm, Village of Roscoe, 10631 Main Street, Roscoe IL, 61073
Roscoe, IL
Village of Roscoe Board Meeting
Tue Oct 6, 2026, 6:30 pm, Village of Roscoe, 10631 Main Street, Roscoe IL, 61073
Roscoe, IL
Village of Roscoe Board Meeting
Wed Sept 1, 2026, 6:30 pm, Village of Roscoe, 10631 Main Street, Roscoe IL, 61073 - Moved due to National Night Out
Opinion
Letter to the Editor Rockton: What does patriotism look like in our everyday lives?
This letter represents the opinion of the author and not necessarily the position of Rockton-Roscoe News.
Faith
Strong spirits: let go
I have a recurring thought, a life lesson, an anchor. I’m not sure when it began... This thought has time and again lifted me out of a funk or a potential hole and set me gently on the edge, and then the full safe plain of hope and joy.
Rockton, IL
Detailed rainforest theme artwork at Whitman Post Elementary and Rockton Grade School
The project was one of several that rounded out the school year in the month of May 2026.
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Saturday, June 27, 2026
Youth sports, chair yoga
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Friday, June 26, 2026
National wrestler, art, weekend events
First Roscoe Rising Neighborhood Picnic set for Sunday June 28th
The event marks the first of several neighborhood picnics all over Roscoe.
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Thursday, June 25, 2026
Hole in one
South Beloit Sobos Volleyball Camp Set for June 27–28
Young volleyball players will have a chance to sharpen their volleyball skills at the upcoming South Beloit SOBOS Volleyball Camp, held at South Beloit High School. The two‑day camp offers separate sessions for different grade levels, giving students focused instruction and a fun summer training opportunity. Students entering 5th
South Beloit, IL
Free South Beloit Youth Football Camp
June 27-28. 2026, 12 - 2 p.m. Show up in a t-shirt, shorts and cleats at the South Beloit Junior High School.