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Rockton-Roscoe News: Saturday, May 9, 2026
Veterans, superintendents, open houses
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Veterans
VetsRoll trip gives veterans proper closure, gratitude, and respect, with three Hononegah students assisting
VetsRoll is taking 200 of our nation's veterans on the trip of a lifetime, along with numerous volunteers.
South Beloit School District
South Beloit to honor superintendent with field dedication
On Monday, May 11, 2026, retired superintendent Scott Fisher will throw out the first pitch.
Rockton, IL
Fifth Down: Patrick Rollette — a Rampage veteran built on heart, hustle, and a whole lot of Stateline football
“I’d sneak the TV on and watch all the late games growing up. I played it every chance I got—outside or on a video game.”
Meet the New Superintendent of Hononegah High School
Tuesday, May 12th at 7:00 pm at the Roscoe Township Community Center
Newsletter
Rockton-Roscoe News: Friday, May 8, 2026
Garage sales, rec night
Newsletter
Rockton-Roscoe News: Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Death notices, fish fertilizer, National Nurses Day
Robert (Bob) Kocher Obituary
Robert (Bob) Kocher, age 80, of Rockton, Illinois, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026. He is survived by his loving wife, Gayle Kocher; his daughter, Anne (Jason) Hombach; and his cherished grandchildren, Jack, Sydney, and Justin, along with many other dear relatives and friends. He was preceded in death
South Beloit, IL
Fish fertilizer special use permit passes with vote of 3-1
Next step is for the business to apply for a business license through the City of South Beloit.
Roscoe, IL
Roscoe businesses developing connections and support through newly reformed alliance
Extra doses of support for Roscoe businesses are part of a newly reformed alliance.
Deaths
Death notices for the far Stateline: May 5
We remember those who are no longer with us in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit.
Newsletter
Rockton-Roscoe News: Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Fish fertilizer, celebrity dance teacher
Rockton, IL
Miss Andrea’s Dance Factory bringing Abby Lee Miller workshop to South Beloit
The “Abby Lee in South Beloit” workshop comes to Willowbrook Middle School on May 30, 2026, with dancers from across the region already signing up.
South Beloit, IL
South Beloit to reconsider fish fertilizer plan after initial rejection
The proposed location of the fertilizer facility is next to St. Peter Church.
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Monday, May 4, 2026
Bud & Sue, Rockton Township, parade signup
Rockton Ramblings
Rockton Township reviewed work and accomplishments of past year
Rockton Township residents, officials, and trustees reviewed the work and accomplishments of the past year.
Newsletter
Rockton-Roscoe News: Sunday, May 3, 2026
Outdoor market in Roscoe
Sports
Rampage open season with 20–0 shutout, signaling football’s return to the Rockton-Roscoe and South Beloit area
Hackett elevated over a smaller defender, pulling down a leaping touchdown grab that ignited the Rampage sideline and the home crowd. It was the first score of the season — and it felt like a statement.
Deaths
Jerry Francis Poplawski Obituary
Jerry Francis Poplawski, 88, of Rockton, Illinois, passed away on Saturday, May 2, 2026, after a short stay at Autumn Lake Healthcare in Beloit. Jerry was born on Sunday, November 21, 1937, in Edgar, Wisconsin, the son of Theodore and Margaret (Janick) Poplawski. Jerry graduated in 1955, from Marshfield High
Rockton, IL
Images from the Rockton May Day Faerie Festival 2026 from Settlers Park
Smiles and laughs were had by so many.
Faith
Strong spirits: Love your enemies?
Really? In this world? At this time?
Newsletter
Rockton-Roscoe News: Saturday, May 2, 2026
Coach of the Year, Roscoe Community Market
