Rockton-Roscoe News: Saturday, Oct 10 2026

Hononegah overwhelmed Boylan Friday night, South Beloit traveled to Wisconsin for a non-conference game, Tom Berube passed away recently.

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Rockton-Roscoe News: Saturday, Oct 10 2026
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Hereโ€™s what's happening in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit from Rockton-Roscoe News. To read stories you havenโ€™t seen yet, click on any link below.

Hononegah Blanks Boylan 56โ€“0 on an Emotional Night for Coach Zimmerman
Iโ€™m excited about the playoffs and the opportunities we have. Iโ€™ve really enjoyed being with my coaching staff and these players, Hononegah Community High School Head Football Coach Brian Zimmerman.
South Beloit falls to Iolaโ€‘Scandinavia in Nonโ€‘Conference test
The South Beloit SOBOs ran headโ€‘first into one of Wisconsinโ€™s toughest 8โ€‘man programs Friday night, dropping a nonโ€‘conference matchup to the Iola-Scandinavia Thunderbirds 18-15. The loss bumps South Beloit to 4โ€“3 on the season, a record that reflects both their explosive potential and
Tom Berube, 83,of Roscoe passed away on September 14, 2026
Tom Berube passed away in his home in Roscoe, IL, on September 14, 2026, at the age of 83. Tom was a lover of life, making people happy & helping others. A Life Sponsor of Ducks Unlimited, a very active committeeman & member. Tom & his wife Char owned & operated Short Stop Foods
Martin Exteriors Roofing & Siding โ€“ Your Best Roofing Company in Rockton, Roscoe or South Beloit, IL.

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