Rockton-Roscoe News: Saturday, Apr. 18, 2026
Storm damage, RMS bowling - with heart, South Beloit's own fire department
News from Rockton, Roscoe and South Beloit as reported by your neighbors at Rockton-Roscoe News. Hundreds of homes were without power on Friday, including our associate editor's.
No Limits, All Heart: Roscoe Middle School Braves Roll Into IESA State
South Beloit Fire regaining full independence in fire and EMS service
As of April 1, South Beloit is back to running its own fire and EMS services after ending its agreement with the Town of Beloit.
Marianne Mueller
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Weekend events
Hononegah H.O.P.E. Foundation “A Touch of Nashville” Saturday, April 18, 2026
The H.O.P.E. Foundation’s 24th Annual “Touch of Spring” fundraiser/dinner and dance to benefit Hononegah High School will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at the American Center in Rockton, at 221 W. Main Street. The theme this year will be a “Touch of Nashville”
Marianne Mueller
Stateline RPCVs...take a hike!
Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 3-6 pm at Seward Bluffs Forest Preserve
Adam Neblock
Nacho Average Meetup
Sun Apr 19, 2026, 1 p.m. Lucha Cantina, 1641 N Alpine Rd, Rockford, IL 61107
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In case you missed it
South Beloit Fire Chief answering the call with over four decades of fire service
South Beloit Fire Chief Brian Kunce brings decades of experience to his calling.
Marianne Mueller
Beloit Man Found Dead in Wooded Area in South Beloit; Coroner Says Natural Causes Suspected
Officials emphasized that no immediate signs of foul play were found at the scene.
Harold Bone
