Deaths
Death notices for the far Stateline: July 7, 2025
We remember those who are no longer with us in Roscoe, South Beloit, and Rockton.
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Notices
Rockton Fire Protection District Request for Proposal: Kitchen Remodeling Project
Proposals will be accepted until Friday, August 29, 2025.
Shirland, IL
Shirland's sixth Freedom Festival celebrated Fourth of July with spirit
Rain failed to deter the spirit of spectators who lined Shirland's Main Street on Saturday, June 28, 2025.
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Monday, July 7, 2025
Cannabis infusions, Chemtool settlement
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Sunday, July 6, 2025
Reckless weapon, freedom, Holian settlement details
Chemtool
The Holian settlement: a deeper dive
With $3.5 million available after expenses and fees, the average payment might be over $500.
South Beloit, IL
Reckless driver arrested with homemade machine gun
South Beloit Police say one of the firearms had been converted into an automatic weapon.
Opinion
Strong spirits: freedom or bondage?
A very long line of things can steal our freedom and joy.
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Saturday, July 5, 2025
Holian, mini belly dance, hockey Miracle, Roscoe garden
South Beloit, IL
Ho-Chunk Dugout Canoe Interactive Event at Nature At The Confluence
Wed July 16, 2025, 5 - 7 p.m., Nature At The Confluence, 306 Dickop St, South Beloit, IL 61080
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Rockton-Roscoe News: Friday, July 4, 2025
Shirland parade, drive in movie by the carload, maybe showers