Rockton, IL

History of Birds Grove, Stephen Mack's original settlement (1829-1835)

Birds Grove is Stephen Mack's original settlement (1829-1835) at the mouth of Dry Run, now known as Hononegah Forest Preserve, before founding the Macktown settlement in Rockton.

Rockton, IL

Rockton Village meets for future improvements for water, sewer, and streets

The Village of Rockton is also planning street reconstruction projects on Center and Chapel Streets.

Roscoe, IL

Beth Gorsuch was an avid quilter

Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023.

Rockton, IL

Pure wintertime fun at Rockton Yeti Fest

The event featured snow sculptures, sled dogs, hot cocoa, dancing, and a scavenger hunt.

Roscoe, IL

Death notices for Rockton and Roscoe: 2/26/2023

With sadness we announce several deaths for the Roscoe and Rockton area in recent weeks.

Roscoe, IL

Donald Hruby had the passion and knowledge to fix almost anything

Funeral mass was Friday, February 24, 2023 in Johnsburg, IL.

Opinion

Strong spirits: everyday, ordinary moments!

Even the very ordinary moments of our days have potential for great good.

Roscoe, IL

Judy Hines liked to plan vacations

Services will be held on her birthday, March 2, 2023.

Roscoe, IL

Fallen branches and storm debris? Roscoe and Rockton residents have options

The Roscoe drop off site will be open from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. until Friday March 10.

Roscoe, IL

SMTD receives grants for three paratransit vehicles, South Beloit hub

The funds will pay for three paratransit vehicles, bus shelter, and more.

South Beloit, IL

Bill Schultz manned the grill for cookouts

Memorial was Monday, Feb. 20, 2023.

Rockton, IL

Sisterhood of friendship celebrated at Rockton Galentine's Day event

The holiday offers a day for ladies to celebrate ladies.

Roscoe, IL

Power out for hundreds in Roscoe and Rockton area

Perhaps thousands of residents lost their electricity on icy days.

South Beloit, IL

Hoops in South Beloit look to continue on the season success

Basketball madness continues in South Beloit starting on Thursday.

Rockton, IL

3rd time the charm for “Overtime” Anderson vs Nemkov?

Back to the Future: will the Hononegah grad meet Vadim Nemkov a third time for the MMA championship?

Rockton, IL

Rockton man killed in single-car collision with tree

The Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate.

Roscoe, IL

Schools closed: ice storm

With thick ice on roads, schools will have remote classes again.

Roscoe, IL

Keith Wilson was an educator

Visitation will be Sunday afternoon, with funeral Monday morning.

Rockton, IL

Basketball season ends for both the boys and girls at Hononegah last weekend

Both teams lost to Harlem in the 2023 4A IHSA playoffs.

Rockton, IL

Leon Schuetz was a welder and farmer

Funeral will be Saturday afternoon, Feb. 25, 2023.