Next Peace in the Prairie Walk at Cross Park
Guided Prairie Walk this Saturday, June 6th from 8:30-11:00 AM
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Commencement
Messages resonated during Hononegah’s Class of 2026 commencement
Hononegah's Class of 2026 were reminded of what is most important on future paths.
Ross Robertson Basketball Camp
Learn from an all time South Beloit legend and current Northern Michigan basketball star.
Rockton-Roscoe News: Monday, June 1, 2026
Dance Moms, this week
Abby Lee Miller workshop draws regional crowd to South Beloit
Dancers from across the Midwest traveled to South Beloit on May 30 for a full day of training with Abby Lee Miller.
This week in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit: May 31, 2026
What's happening in Rockton, Roscoe and South Beloit, from the staff of the from the award-winning Rockton-Roscoe News. More than 35,000 people read our news and events each month. Forward this email to someone else who might not have heard the news. Pick your choice of our
Strong spirits: superheroes
Want to be part of something big?
50 North, Senior Activity Event: Music
Tuesday, June 2, 2026, Rockton Township Community Center, 302 Main St., Rockton IL 61072
Shorty's Kitchen Custom Catering
Over 20 Party Platters to choose from and so much more!
Rockton-Roscoe News: Friday, May 29, 2026
Death notices, swim star, magic, dance, more
South Beloit City Council Meeting
Mon Jun. 1, 2026, 5:00 pm, South Beloit City Hall, 519 Blackhawk Boulevard, South Beloit IL, 61080
A Golden Finish, A New Beginning
Roanoke is going to capitalize on his incredible upside.
Rockton-Roscoe News: Thursday, May 28, 2026
Celebrity interview, disaster loans, no fines for golfers
Abby Lee Miller says small-town dancers still stand out ahead of South Beloit workshop
Abby Lee Miller will appear Saturday at Willowbrook Middle School in South Beloit for a dance workshop hosted by Miss Andrea’s Dance Factory beginning at 1 p.m.
Death notices for the Stateline: May 27, 2026
We remember those who are no longer with us in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit.
SBA Opens Low‑Interest Disaster Loans for April 17th Storm‑Affected Residents and Businesses
The Village of Roscoe announced this week that the U.S. Small Business Administration has approved low‑interest federal disaster loans for those impacted across northern Illinois.
Cookies & Cream: You Are Invited!
A free community event featuring food, games and fun on Thursday, June 11, 2026.
Is It Hormones?
Roscoe/Rockton Community We’d love to invite you to a special evening of wine, wellness, and real conversation. 🍷
Rockton-Roscoe News: Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Bird City, new fire leader
Roscoe End of School Bash
Thu May 28, 2026
Red Barn Golf Course back in full swing, nuisance ordinance reversed
The Village of Rockton reversed the ordinance because they found it to be unenforceable.
Rockton Earns Bird City Status, Strengthening Its Conservation Efforts
Our commitment to nature continues to grow as we learn more about the habitats around us,” Village Board President John Peterson said.
Jennifer's Strawberry Shortcake Recipe
Spring is a wonderful time. It is like waking up after a long winter's nap. It seems everything and everyone comes alive when spring arrives . I read somewhere that Spring is nature's way of saying "Let's party!" That just made me smile.
Rockton-Roscoe News: Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Parades
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Today we honor. Always we remember. Forever we are grateful.
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Monday, May 25, 2026
Memorial Day, with three parades
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Sunday, May 24, 2026
News from Rockton, Roscoe and South Beloit - locally sourced in far northern Illinois, brought to you by the Rockton-Roscoe News. Strong spirits: faithWe couldn’t live without the most basic faith.Rockton-Roscoe NewsGary SchwerinThis week in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit: May 22, 2026Memorial Day, slashing tuition costs, death
Faith
Strong spirits: faith
Without the most basic faith, we couldn't even live.
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This week in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit: May 22, 2026
Memorial Day, slashing tuition costs, death notices, focus on graduates
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Friday, May 22, 2026
Touch of Nashville
Rockton Ramblings
Hononegah H.O.P.E. Foundation brought Touch of Nashville to Rockton
Alumni, staff, and community came out in support of furthering educational opportunities at Hononegah Community High School.
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Thursday, May 21, 2026
Graduates, death notices, saving money for SOBOs
South Beloit School District
How South Beloit schools are slashing the cost of college
675 college credits at no cost to families essentially injects money back into the pockets of local parents.
Notices
South Beloit Cat Rescue invites community to become “purr”fect partners
Providing a safe haven for our feline friends
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Memorial Day traditions, free senior luncheon
2026 High School Graduates
Congrats to Hononegah Senior Aubrey Hartweck for going to SCAD
About this series: Tori Imrie created several images for college-bound seniors from Hononegah Community High School, where she has taken a leading role in designing and developing a variety of creative projects like these. Tori Imrie has designed and allowed us to share these with our community. Thank you Tori
2026 High School Graduates
Congrats to Senior Jordan Hudson for going to Rock Valley College
About this series: Tori Imrie created several images for college-bound seniors from Hononegah Community High School, where she has taken a leading role in designing and developing a variety of creative projects like these. Tori Imrie has designed and allowed us to share these with our community. Thank you Tori
2026 High School Graduates
Congrats to Hononegah Senior Eleanor Fane for going to Marquette University
About this series: Tori Imrie created several images for college-bound seniors from Hononegah Community High School, where she has taken a leading role in designing and developing a variety of creative projects like these. Tori Imrie has designed and allowed us to share these with our community. Thank you Tori
2026 High School Graduates
Congrats to Hononegah Senior Landon Sumner for going to Northern Illinois University
About this series: Tori Imrie created several images for college-bound seniors from Hononegah Community High School, where she has taken a leading role in designing and developing a variety of creative projects like these. Tori Imrie has designed and allowed us to share these with our community. Thank you Tori
2026 High School Graduates
Congrats to Hononegah Senior Emma Caver for going to Johns Hopkins University
About this series: Tori Imrie created several images for college-bound seniors from Hononegah Community High School, where she has taken a leading role in designing and developing a variety of creative projects like these. Tori Imrie has designed and allowed us to share these with our community. Thank you Tori
Rockton River Market
Piper Kei brings their rockin' classics from the 70's & 80's to opening week at Rockton River Market
"So much fun!", says McKenna Faith Winters.
Deaths
Death notices for the Stateline: May 20, 2026
We remember those who are no longer with us in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit.
South Beloit, IL
Tradition returns! The Rusty Wheel hosts Memorial Day pancake breakfast
Monday, May 25, 2026 at 8 AM. Presale tickets are available for at The Rusty Wheel.
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Village meetings, pipe culverts, sale coming
Hononegah High School
Jordan Dimke commits to continue her athletic and academic career at the University of Illinois Springfield
Elite competitor who is always playing to win
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Monday, May 18, 2026
Roscoe Road closure, Aladdin Jr.
Shirland, IL
Shirland School took audiences to a “Whole New World” in Disney’s Aladdin Jr.
The cast and crew of Shirland School's music department took audiences on a fun adventure as the story of Aladdin unfolded.
