Death notices for the Stateline: Jan. 20, 2025
We remember those who are no longer with us in Roscoe, South Beloit, and Rockton.
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Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit: what’s on the agenda this week?
South Beloit will discuss fire and emergency services.
WHO DO YOU GOT TONIGHT?
I wondered what the brain trust in our football community thinks of the College Football National Championship game.
Editorial: Reflecting on 24 years as a news reporter
Marianne Muller's writing journey began with Rockton Ramblings.
Strong spirits: giving all
None of us needs to be famous or well-known. We just need to be available.
3 wins in one night: South Beloit SOBOs dominated OLSHA Guardians
The SOBO basketball teams beat Our Lady of Sacred Heart Academy three times.
Inspiring through the gift of beautiful music at Rockton studio
Jenny Maragia teaches piano and vocal lessons in her Rockton home.
Christian Liberty Chargers sent home by the Lady SOBOs basketball team
The Lady SOBOs defended their home court in a back-to-back victory, giving Christian Liberty a 45-23 loss.
Death notices for the Stateline: Jan. 15, 2025
We remember those who are no longer with us in South Beloit, Roscoe, and Rockton.
Community Meeting on South Beloit Fire Service
Sat Jan 25, 2025 10 am, South Beloit High School 245 Prairie Hill Rd, South Beloit IL, 61080
65 wins and counting
Physical contest between the top two teams in the NIC-10 conference.
Donna Johnson loved travel, enjoyed many hobbies
She adored taking their grandkids on cross-country trips in their motorhome.
Citizens for Building a Better Roscoe Candidate Meet and Greet
Wednesday, January 22, 2025, 6 - 8 p.m., Firehouse Pub, Downtown Roscoe.
South Beloit runs past Hiawatha 54-28
South Beloit SOBOs came out like a Smokey and the Bandit, going zero to sixty in 4.6 seconds.
South Beloit City Council Meeting
Tue Jan 21, 2025, 5:00 pm, South Beloit City Hall 519 Blackhawk Blvd # 2 South Beloit IL, 61080
Village of Roscoe Board Meeting
Tue Jan 21, 2025 6:30 pm, Village of Roscoe 10631 Main Street Roscoe IL, 61073
Lady SOBOs basketball run the clock against Hiawatha
The Lady SOBOS triumphed 54-28 against Hiawatha in the first of two back-to-back games.
Wednesday Night Comedy at Mustangs
Wed Jan 22, 2025 8:00 pm, Mustangs Bar & Grill, 482 Gardner St, South Beloit IL, 61080
Village of Rockton Board Meeting
Tue Jan 21, 2025 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center, 110 East Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
Roscoe 8th grader Ashton, flown from the Dominican Republic to Madison, has died
Ashton's celebration of life will be announced later.
Re-inventing Fatt Cat Café
The Rockton landmark is now dedicated to special events and special occasions.
Strong spirits: new!
Do new things excite you, or would you rather just keep things as they are?
Rockton schoolgirl struck by car on Latham Road
The Jan. 10, 2025 tragedy happened at a school bus stop.
Hononegah gets 10th win as they take down Belvidere North 52-33
Hononegah boys basketball improved to 11-7 overall, 6-2 in the NIC 10.
SOBOS win 75-45 over Mooseheart. Robertson had 36 points and Porter added 24 points Friday night.
The South Beloit team jumped all over Mooseheart Friday night in their 75-45 win. Leading the way with 36 points was Ross Robertson and he got great help from sophomore Coltan Porter was put in 24 points. The 30-point win improved their overall record to 10-3 and 5-0 in the
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Friday, Jan. 10, 2025
Medical emergency, bank robbery, new things
Major house fire on busy East Rockton Road
"Unfortunately, two dogs did not make it out of the structure."
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Michelle Zarnick was a vibrant, unforgettable spirit
Celebrations of Life will be held in Illinois and Ohio in the warmer months later this year.
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Erin Ivancich pursued her passions relentlessly
Private graveside services were held at Willowbrook Cemetery in Roscoe.
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Death notices for the Stateline: Jan. 6, 2025
We remember those who are no longer with us in South Beloit, Roscoe, and Rockton.
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Agendas in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit
It's a busy week ahead in our local villages, with plenty of important discussions and decisions happening in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit. From new developments and special permits to agreements for fire dispatch and towing services, here's what you need to know about your local
Roscoe
Neighbors and friends grieve over death of Roscoe couple
Police say they died in an apparent domestic murder-suicide.
Opinion
Strong spirits: the cost of life
Jesus didn't come so we could have a cozy mid-winter party with our families, exchange gifts, and drink cocoa - as much as I love all of that.
Rockton
Chemtool payments expected to be sent at end of January
Attorney Daniel R. Flynn anticipate that the checks will go out around the end of the month.
Rockton
Rockton Lions spread joy of the season to local families through Wimpy's Fund
More than 350 children received toys, food, clothing, gifts and toiletries.
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Operational Focus: Navigating Employee Offboarding with Confidence
What happens to your business when an employee gives notice
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Robert Harold "Bob (Sarge)" King
Celebration of life is planned for the spring/summer of 2025 in Illinois.
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Death notices for the Stateline: Dec. 30, 2024
We remember those who are no longer with us in South Beloit, Roscoe, and Rockton.
H.O.P.E. Foundation’s 23rd Annual “Touch of Spring” fundraiser/dinner
The benefit fundraiser/dinner and dance will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2025.