Rockton-Roscoe News: Saturday, July 11, 2026
News from Rockton, Roscoe and South Beloit - locally sourced in far northern Illinois, brought to you by the Rockton-Roscoe News.
- Reminder from Village President Carol Gustafson: Residents, homeowners, renters, businesses, and private nonprofit organizations affected by the April 17 storms and tornadoes have until July 17 to apply for low-interest disaster loans through the U.S. Small Business Administration. Additional information, eligibility requirements and application materials are available on the Village of Roscoe website. More information: SBA Offers Relief to Illinois Businesses, Private Nonprofits, and Residents Affected by Severe Storms or Tornadoes-Deadline July 17
Today‘s events
Summerpalooza – Celebrating Our 250th brings music, history, and hometown pride to Downtown Rockton
Summerpalooza blends everything that makes Rockton shine—local businesses, local music, local history, and the people who make this village feel like home.
Harold Bone
Rock River Rampage adds community bike giveaway as team prepares for playoff showdown Saturday night
The Rock River Rampage are turning Saturday night’s playoff opener into something even bigger than football. As the Rampage get set to host the Wolves in the first round of the NLFL playoffs, the organization is rolling out a special surprise for its youngest fans — a two‑bike giveaway
Harold Bone
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In case you missed it
Harlem‑Roscoe Fire Department honors firefighter John Morgan with memorial brick at Station 1
A new commemorative brick now rests on the memorial patio in front of Harlem‑Roscoe Fire Department Station 1, placed earlier this week in honor of firefighter John Morgan, whose dedication and compassion left a lasting mark on the department and the community he served. The brick, engraved with John’
Harold Bone
Hononegah student Lucy Berry earns Girl Scout Gold Award for sensory‑friendly project at Camp Winnebago
A Hononegah High School student is being honored for outstanding leadership and service. On July 7, the Roscoe VFW presented Lucy Berry with a plaque recognizing her as Girl Scout of the Year, celebrating her completion of the prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award. Berry devoted 110 volunteer hours to a
Harold Bone
Prairie Hill/ Willowbrook Middle School teacher reflects on 34 year career while entering retirement
Staff and Administration shared senitments and reflected on time spent with now retired teacher, Marcie Ball.
Marianne Mueller
Rockton Lions Club gives back through Old Settler’s Day’s Festival
The Rockton Lions gave $64,00 back to the community.
Marianne Mueller
William “Bill” Campbell Rockton Fire Protection District longtime trustee recently passed
37 years supporting the district and its mission.
Rockton-Roscoe News Staff
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