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.
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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
South Beloit, IL
South Beloit seeks grant and community support for neighborhood park at Nature at the Confluence
South Beloit could garner $550k through a IDNR grant.
South Beloit, IL
South Beloit students drafting grand designs for their future at CareerTek
Representatives from Angus Young and Rock Road Companies highlight possible career paths in the trades.
Roscoe Fall Festival
Photos: Roscoe Fall Festival 2025
The three-day event has been held in Roscoe, Illinois every year since 1910, except for COVID.
Newsletter
Rockton-Roscoe News: Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025
Albanian cuisine, help after fire, Roscoe candidate for Congress
Election
Paul Nolley, Hononegah alum, launches campaign for Illinois' 16th congressional district
If elected, it would be the first time a Rockton-Roscoe native would represent Illinois' 16th district.
