Rockton-Roscoe News: Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025
Piano player, painter, farewells

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- The Old Stone Church in Rockton needs a part time pianist for weekly services, every Sunday at 9 a.m. The pianist will work with the pastor and the Worship Support Group to choose music for the services. Eventually they would like to restart their church choir, so if you have experience in this field, this would also be welcome. This position offers a weekly paid salary. For more information, contact Bonnie Estrada at 815-904-9876 or bonnie2@charter.net.
- This summer the Audubon Mural Project has brought three bird-themed murals to Rockton and South Beloit. Murals include “The Last Watcher” by Brett Whitacre and “Where the Grasses Grow” and “Legs for Days” by Justin Suarez.
Rockton man charged with Aggravated DUI Involving Death
Anthony J. Moe was booked into Winnebago County Jail the next morning.
William August Butterworth shared his carpentry skills with friends and family
Bill loved to talk to people and help them build and repair furniture.

Rockton-Roscoe News: Friday, Aug. 22, 2025
Fewer places to go out, today’s events, weather

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Upcoming events
Roscoe Community Market
Sunday, Aug 24, 2025, 11 a.m until 3 p.m., Louie’s Tap House, 5689 Elevator Rd, Roscoe, IL 61073

Car Show at Poison Ivy Pub
Tues Aug 26, 2025, 5 - 8 pm, Poison Ivy Pub, 5765 Elevator Rd. Roscoe IL, 61073


In case you missed it
Rockton-Roscoe News: Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025
Superintendent, Purple and Gold, today’s events

Rockton-Roscoe News: Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2025
Weather, death notices, Shirland School closed

Hononegah School Board hires Dr. Ehren Jarrett as next superintendent
Hononegah’s Board of Education voted to hire Dr. Ehren Jarrett as the next superintendent at their July 2025 meeting.
