Rockton-Roscoe News: Friday, July 24, 2026
Finishing the week strong sets up for a great summer weekend in our community.
Here’s what's happening in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit: information from the award-winning reporters at Rockton-Roscoe News. To read stories you haven’t seen yet, click on any link below.
In the news
South Beloit Fire Department delivers fast, reliable EMS response in latest report
For South Beloit residents, the message is simple: their fire department is responding quickly, communicating openly, and working hard to earn — and keep — the trust of the community.
Harold Bone
Upcoming events
Rotary Ribfest returns July 25 with community competition, scholarship support
The Rockton-Roscoe Rotary Ribfest fires up again on July 25, bringing local fire departments, community members, and plenty of ribs together for a midday fundraiser in South Beloit. The event runs from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Viking Lanes parking lot on Saturday
Rockton-Roscoe News Staff
Music: Kim Kapper
Sat Jul 25, 2026, 5 - 8 p.m., Mustangs Bar & Grill, 482 Gardner St South Beloit IL, 61080
Rockton-Roscoe News Staff
Weather
Check out the latest forecast from Rockton weatherman Mark Henderson.
In case you missed it
Death notices for the Stateline: July 22, 2026
We remember those who are no longer with us in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit.
Rockton-Roscoe News Staff
Friday Factoid - South Beloit was once known for its unusually fine sand - The sand played an important role in the communities early development as it attracted industries to the area.
