Roscoe, IL
Roscoe man pleads guilty to bank robbery
Matthew Barnett could face 3 - 7 years in Illinois state prison.
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An evening tour through the historic village of Macktown
The after-dark fundraising event featured a guided tour through the historic village of Macktown.
Newsletter
Rockton-Roscoe News: Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025
Hononegah soccer star, flag on display, death notices
Deaths
Death notices for the far Stateline: Sept. 15, 2025
We remember those who are no longer with us in Roscoe, South Beloit, and Rockton.
Hononegah School District
Hononegah's flag protocols after the death of Charlie Kirk
While lowering the flags for Sept. 11, the custodial crew didn't get the memo about lowering them on Sept. 12.
Hononegah High School Senior Spotlight
2025 Hononegah Senior Soccer Spotlight: Cameron Nelson
Senior Cameron Nelson is the foundation of the defense and a leader for all of his teammates.
Rockton, IL
Public Works projects coming to Village of Rockton
The projects will improve the pool and the water system, and limit utility excavation on roadsides.
Newsletter
Rockton-Roscoe News: Monday, Sept. 15, 2025
Coffee shop closing, events, weather
Deaths
Patsy Wecker was known for her laughter and making others feel heard and welcomed
Her ashes will be joined with her husband Darrel’s and scattered over the Pacific Ocean.
Roscoe, IL
Coffee lovers say good-bye to Velvet Robot Coffee Lab
Sunday, September 6, 2025 was Last Call for Velvet Robot Coffee Lab in Roscoe. Faithful customers dropped by for a last cup of Joe.
Newsletter
Rockton-Roscoe News: Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025
Purchasing authority, Roscoe finances, invitations
Opinion
Strong spirits: come!
You have an amazing standing invitation and an opportunity to offer an life changing invitation.
Newsletter
Rockton-Roscoe News: Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025
Hiring a fire chief for South Beloit, new tax for schools, new librarian
Local school districts considering a county-wide 1% sales tax
While collected county-wide and having many exclusions, it could lead to property tax refunds.
Roscoe, IL
NSLD welcomes new director Jon Mark Bolthouse
Jon Mark Bolthouse was recently hired as the new director of the North Suburban Library District, serving Loves Park and Roscoe, Illinois.
Newsletter
Rockton-Roscoe News: Friday, Sept. 12, 2025
Details on South Beloit park, cute Fall Festival photos
