Roscoe, IL

News Briefs: Aug. 17, 2024

In the news in South Beloit, Roscoe, and Rockton: missing senior, packed meeting, and more

Roscoe, IL

What's happening this week in farthest northern Illinois - Friday, Aug 16 - Friday, Aug 23

What's going on this week in Roscoe, South Beloit, and Rockton?

Rockton, IL

Rockton's Keefer Nature Reserve is home to NLI August Tree of the Month: a Chinkapin Oak

The tree is 82.5 feet high and the trunk is 112 inches around.

South Beloit, IL

Interview: Garden Hotel’s demolition marks new beginning for South Beloit

City Administrator Sonya Hoppes discusses the process, the challenges faced, and what the future holds for the site.

South Beloit, IL

South Beloit prepares for demolition of Garden Hotel

After years of legal battles and community frustration, the city will soon demolish the long-neglected Garden Hotel in South Beloit.

Roscoe, IL

Many local college students named to dean's lists

Nearly 150 students from Roscoe, South Beloit, and Rockton received academic honors in Spring 2024.

Roscoe, IL

Larry Ralston knew a lot about a lot of things

Memorial service will be Friday afternoon, August 16, 2024 at the Roscoe Township Community Center.

Roscoe, IL

Roscoe United Methodist Church wraps up "That Thursday Thing" for 2024

Over the past 14 years, Roscoe Methodist Church has been celebrating summer with free ice cream for everyone on Thursday evenings.

Roscoe, IL

Death notices for the Stateline: Aug. 12, 2024

We remember those who left us in the last month in Roscoe, Rockton, and South Beloit.