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A legacy of dance continues with new classes
New dance classes for all ages are now open at Miss Andrea’s Dance Factory.
Rockton-Roscoe News: Monday, Mar. 30, 2026
Poppy displays, Stateliner in the Catskills
Rockton-Roscoe News: Sunday, Mar. 29, 2026
Bowling, Batmobile
Everything’s coming up poppies at VFW Post 2955 in Roscoe
Veterans and auxiliary members of Roscoe VFW Post 2955 were winners at the Illinois State Buddy Poppy display competition again this year. Each year, VFW posts around the country compete for the most outstanding patriotic and decorative display using thousands of crepe paper poppies. The Roscoe VFW entries have placed
Strong spirits: paradox
Okay, but what do I do with my circumstances?
Rockton-Roscoe News: Saturday, Mar. 28, 2026
Birds, track and field
Richard (Richie) J. Bennington led an adventurous life, filled with family and friends.
“My dad was the greatest person I know,” his daughter Akkahllia Bennington said.
Strong commits to national power Rock Valley College bowling
James Strong qualified for the 2025-2026 IHSA bowling championships earlier this year.
Hononegah Girls Track & Field launches fundraiser for essential gear
The Hononegah Girls Track & Field team is seeing strong growth this season and is launching a fundraiser to help cover essential gear as the roster continues to expand.
Rockton-Roscoe News: Friday, Mar. 27, 2026
Three municipalities
Rockton-Roscoe News: Thursday, Mar. 26, 2026
Student/staff volleyball, bingo, live music in Roscoe
Supportive community came to cheer students versus staff at Tony Barlow Charity Games
Strong community support benefited DEFY - Domestic Abuse - at the Tony Barlow Charity Games on March 19.
Rockton-Roscoe News: Wednesday, Mar. 25, 2026
Death notices, tips from a coach
Death notices for the far Stateline: Mar. 24, 2026
We remember those who are no longer with us in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit.
Why off-season training is so important
The off-season is where the magic happens.
Rockton-Roscoe News: Tuesday, Mar. 24, 2026
If we were much farther north, we’d be in Wisconsin.
Girls flag football — needs you!
RL Jr. Indians Girls Flag Football program needs a few more girls, ages 7-8, 9-10, and middle schoolers in grades 6–8.
Rockton-Roscoe News: Monday, Mar. 23, 2026
Matilda the Musical, immigrant in Rockton
Matilda the Musical Jr. concludes director’s 30-year career at Roscoe Middle School
Rosoce Middle School's production of Matilda, the Musical Jr. the weekend of March 6-8, 2026.
Rockton-Roscoe News: Sunday, Mar. 22, 2026
Robotics, availability
Strong spirits: availability
If you're available, you could change the world.
Roscoe History: Businessman J.K. Armsby
An international corporation had its roots with a young Roscoe broom maker and singer.
Rockton-Roscoe News: Saturday, Mar. 21, 2026
State-funded bike path, social milestone
Plans outlined for future ITEP-funded bike path in Rockton
The Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP) will provide 90% of the funding for the bike path.
Notices
Roscoe Township seeks proposals for electronic sign at Cross Park
Roscoe Township has issued a request for proposals for the design, construction and installation of an electronic message sign and monument at Cross Park. Proposals are due May 12.
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Local card show to benefit aspiring martial arts champions
The event, hosted at the martial arts studio on 5486 Elevator Road, will be more than just a typical card show.
Newsletter
Rockton-Roscoe News: Friday, Mar. 20, 2026
Here’s what's happening right now in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit from Rockton-Roscoe News. To read stories you haven’t seen yet, click on any link below. * In recognition of Women’s History Month, the Rockton Historical Preservation Committee is publishing a series of profiles on Facebook
Newsletter
Rockton-Roscoe News: Thursday, Mar. 19, 2026
Charity game, flag football signup, budget hearing
Junior Indians Flag Footbal
Just announced - RRL JR Indians Spring Girls Flag Football
The Rockford Park District recently announced that Girls Flag Football would take place in the springtime instead of the fall. Registration is open now for the upcoming season. A Pre-Season camp put on by the Rockford Park District is scheduled for March 31st, 10-11:30 am at Mercyhealth Sportscore Two.
Newsletter
Rockton-Roscoe News: Wednesday, Mar. 18, 2026
Death notices, All-Conference, free lunch, election results
Deaths
Death notices for the far Stateline: Mar. 17, 2026
We remember those who are no longer with us in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit.
Hononegah
Hononegah shines across NIC‑10: a winter of All‑Conference excellence
In the 2025‑26 winter season, Hononegah once again stamped its mark across the NIC‑10 All‑Conference selections.
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Bingo
Thu Mar 26, 2026, 10 a.m. Roscoe Township Community Center
Newsletter
Rockton-Roscoe News: Tuesday, Mar. 17, 2026
Voter's guide, election day
Election
Primary election at a polling place near you
Your voter's guide to the primary election on Tuesday, Mar. 17, 2026.
Election
Illinois's 16th Congressional District: meet the candidates
Incumbent Darin LaHood is being challenged by two candidates, one Republican, one Democrat, in the 16th Congressional District.
Notices
Notice of Annual Town Meeting
Roscoe Township will hold its annual town meeting on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at the Roscoe Township Offices.
Election
Illinois Senate 45th District: meet the candidates
Joshua Atkinson is running against Andrew Chesney on March 17 as a Republican write-in candidate for Illinois Senate 45th District.
Newsletter
Rockton-Roscoe News: Monday, Mar. 16, 2026
Candidates, issues, events
Government
Upcoming municipal meetings March 16–18 in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit
Officials in Rockton, Roscoe and South Beloit will meet March 16–18 to consider zoning changes, development proposals, and other municipal business.
Election
Roscoe candidate meet and greet included six office seekers
Candidates met voters at the Roscoe Township Community Center on Feb. 11.
Election
Opinions on the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit program
The non-binding ballot item asks if Illinois should opt into the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit program.
Community
Roscoe/Rockton community thank you!
This past Saturday I hosted the first “Is It Hormones?” Brunch & Learn at Meraki Salon + Studio, and it was an incredible success. It was amazing to see so many local women come together to learn more about hormones, health, and ways to start feeling like themselves again. As the
Newsletter
Rockton-Roscoe News: Sunday, Mar. 15, 2026
Pi Day, getting rest, Stately Awards
Faith
Strong spirits: rest
You need a rest. God wants to give it to you. Why not take him up on this?
Rockton Ramblings
Those who make an impact on community honored with Stately Awards
Rockton-Roscoe News, SMTD, LaCroute Bakery, Talcott Free Library, Dan and Terri Garlow, and Andy Gannon were among winners at 2026 Stateline Chamber of Commerce Stately Awards Gala.
Newsletter
Rockton-Roscoe News: Saturday, Mar. 14, 2026
Chiropractic, cross stitch, and coffee
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An Immigrant's Story
Monday, March 23, 2026, 7 p.m., Rockton Township Historical Society Museum, 529 Green St, Rockton, IL 61072
