Rockton-Roscoe News: Sunday, August 23 2026
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Buckets n Blooms is giving away 60 flower arrangements. You just can’t keep them.
Christy Krupa’s third annual free floral arrangement giveaway begins at 8 a.m. Aug. 29
Rockton-Roscoe News: Saturday, August 22, 2026
Weekend in Rockton, Roscoe and South Beloit
Hononegah gets a Gritty Week 1 Win with Weather Delays, New Faces
Friday night’s opener wasn’t just a football game—it was a test of patience, focus, and adaptability. A long lightning delay stretched halftime into an hour‑and‑a‑half sit‑and‑wait session, turning the NIC‑10 opener into a mental battle as much as a physical one.
Rockton-Roscoe News: Friday, August 21, 2026
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Hononegah Purple & Gold Fest Set for Thursday
Hononegah Community High School will welcome students, families and the community to its annual Purple & Gold Fest on Thursday, August 20, 2026. The event begins at 5 p.m. at Hononegah High School, 307 Salem St. in Rockton. Admission is free. Thursday’s schedule * 5:00–5:45 p.
Siepert & Co. LLP retains stellar reputation and strong community involvement
Siepert and Company has been serving local communities since 1949.
Rockton-Roscoe News: Thursday August 20, 2026
Purple and Gold Fest 2026 for Hononegah High School. VFW Post 11019 seeks students and the South Beloit Lions holding their 2nd Annual Corn Roast
VFW Post 11019 Seeks Student Entries for National Scholarship Competitions
VFW Post 11019 is inviting local students in grades 6–12 to participate in the Patriot’s Pen and Voice of Democracy scholarship competitions.
South Beloit Lions Club fires up the grills for 2nd annual corn roast fundraiser
29 August 2026 from 11-5 at the Dari Ripple in South Beloit. New to this year's event: Mustang's beer tent, South Beloit Fire Department showing kids around a fire truck (they get to shoot the hose!), and 101.9 FM live broadcasting
Rockton-Roscoe News: Wednesday, August 19, 2026
News from Rockton, Roscoe and South Beloit as reported in the award-winning Rockton-Roscoe News. VFW Post 11019 Honors South Beloit Officer Sawyer KurthSouth Beloit Police Officer Sawyer Kurth was honored by VFW Post 11019 as its Post-level Law Enforcement Officer of the Year during the August 17
VFW Post 11019 Begins Effort to Form Auxiliary in South Beloit
VFW Post 11019 is seeking eligible family members of qualifying veterans to help form a new Auxiliary in South Beloit.
Rockton-Roscoe News: Tuesday, August 18 2026
50 North and the Village of Rockton meeting on Tuesday!
Remembering the Early Old Settlers Days
How did this Premier Rockton Event get its start?
VFW Post 11019 Honors South Beloit Officer Sawyer Kurth
South Beloit Police Officer Sawyer Kurth was honored by VFW Post 11019 as its Post-level Law Enforcement Officer of the Year during the August 17 meeting of the South Beloit City Council.
Rockton-Roscoe News: Monday, August 17, 2026
New Youth Director, 60 North Dummer Picnic and celebrating Miss Andrea’s 35th Anniversary.
Cross and Crown Lutheran Church Community Meal
Friday, August 21, 2026 - 12:00-1:30 p.m. - 7404 Elevator Road, Roscoe
50 North, Senior Activity Event
Summer Picnic
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Roscoe Town Hall with Paul Nolley, candidate for US Congress
September 15th at the Roscoe Township Community Center
New Youth Director Brings Energy, Purpose, and a Heart for Service to Roscoe United Methodist Church
I want them to feel like RUMC is their home.
Rockton-Roscoe News: Sunday, August 16, 2026
Roscoe Lions raffle, and Village of a Roscoe meetings this week.
Miss Andrea’s Dance Factory celebrating 35th years while stepping up the love of dance
New dancers have the opportunity to learn from the owner and teachers of Miss Andrea's Dance Factory in Rockton.
Rockton-Roscoe News: Saturday August 15, 2025
Today is 815 Day! Dee Dee’s Main Street Coffee & Deco is having a deal today 20 oz Latte (Hot or Cold) You choose one Flavor Just $4. Offer Valid 8-15-26 8a - 4p.
Rockton-Roscoe News: Friday, August 14, 2026
Roscoe Lions Raffle Tickets are available around town first prize is $3000 cash.
Roscoe Fall Festival
Roscoe Lions raffle brings big prizes and bigger community impact to this year’s Fall Festival
Roscoe Lions Fall Festival (September 11 - 13) Leland Park Roscoe, IL
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Thursday August 13, 2026
Old Stone Church Food Pantry, Roscoe PTO 7th & 8th Grade Back to School Night.
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Wednesday, August 12, 2026
News from Rockton, Roscoe and South Beloit as reported in the award-winning Rockton-Roscoe News. Talcott Free Library reported another year of strong engagement, according to its FY26 Annual Report that was recently released, the report shows increases in patron activity, digital use, and circulation. The library added 367
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Talcott Free Library reports strong growth, high community impact in FY26
The report highlights the library’s economic value to residents, estimating $1.18 million saved through borrowing instead of purchasing books.
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Tuesday, August 11 2026
Back to School Events kicked off at Hononegah High School. Many events are taking place in our communities.
Village of Rockton approved annexation agreements for water main extension project for Blackhawk acres
A vast majority of residents in the Rockton Township's Blackhawk Acres subdivison have now been hooked up to water in the Village of Rockton to help provide the cleanest water possible.
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Monday, August 10, 2026
Aug 11 is Poll Workers Helping Americans Vote Day Read our complete story. Mary’s Market Café, Bakery and Bistro offering dinner service beginning at 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
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Poll Workers: The Quiet
On Aug 11, the Winnebago County Clerk’s Office will join election officials across the country in celebrating Poll Workers Helping Americans Vote Day.
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Sunday, August 9, 2026
Mary’s Market Café and Bakery begin dinner service at 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday, lots of events coming up in our area this week.
Mary’s Market Café, Bakery, and Bistro in Roscoe would like you to stay for dinner
At 4 p.m., the Roscoe café dims the lights and offers candles, cocktails, wine, fresh seafood, and full table service
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Thursday August 6, 2026
Rockton Roscoe Rotary celebrated a milestone. Nygren Wetlands are having a Bird Club meeting.
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Roscoe PTO Invites you to the Back to School Bash Aug 17 2026 4 -7 pm
Mon Aug 17 4-7 pm., Ledgewood/Stone Creek playground area 11685 S Gate Rd Roscoe, IL 61073
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Friday, August 7, 2026
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Saturday, September 26, 2026, 10am-12pm, Meraki Salon + Studio 5324 Williams Dr. Roscoe IL 61073
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Rockton Roscoe Rotary stays true to their mission of Service Above Self
Further educational opportunities have been opened thanks to a sold out Ribfest in 2026.
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Wednesday, August 5, 2026
South Beloit athlete commits to play baseball at RVC. National Night Out was a huge success.
South Beloit’s Ace Richard Carlson Signs with Rock Valley College to Play Baseball
He wasn’t just tall on the mound — he stood tall in moments that mattered.
National Night Out Brings Thousands Together Across Rockton, Roscoe and South Beloit
Little ones jumped into the “hot seat” with wide eyes, getting their first taste of what it feels like to be behind the controls of the vehicles they usually only see racing down the street.
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Tuesday, August 4, 2026
National Night Out is Today. Join our communities in the celebration.
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Community has the chance to Rally Around Longtime Viking Lanes Employee After Stroke and Early Retirement
Shari’s strength, determination, and outgoing spirit have defined her recovery.
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Monday, August 3, 2026
Big week of National Night Out on Tuesday. Varo Fence & Deck LLC helped rebuild a fence.
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Sunday August 2, 2026
Early August means Football in our communities. Rain all day Saturday gives way to a better weather day on Sunday.