Rockton-Roscoe News: Sunday, Mar. 1, 2026
Meet six candidates, getting unstuck, upcoming events
Today’s news
At meet and greet in Roscoe, six candidates shared why they are running
Six candidates introduced themselves at a Roscoe meet-and-greet. The primary is scheduled for March 17, 2026.
Marianne Mueller
Strong spirits: stuck
Some things are worse than physical paralysis.
Gary Schwerin
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Upcoming events
50 North, Senior Activity Event: Eggs!
Tue Mar 3, 2026, 1 - 3 p.m. Rockton Township Community Center, 302 Main St., Rockton IL 61072
Diana LaForge
South Beloit City Council Meeting
Mon Mar. 2, 2026, 5:00 pm, South Beloit City Hall, 519 Blackhawk Boulevard, South Beloit IL, 61080
Rockton-Roscoe News Staff
In case you missed it
Hononegah advances over Harlem 75-60, keeping season alive
Hononegah’s boys basketball team now moves on to the NIC-10 champion Guilford Vikings this Friday at Guilford.
Gavin Sweeney
Party leaders surprised by attendance at candidate meet-and-greet
170 people packed Roscoe Township Community Center to hear economic anxiety and public service take center stage at a Democratic candidate meet-and-greet.
Adam Neblock
Spotlight on Hononegah’s Career and Technical Education Department
Hononegah Community High School’s Career and Technical Education Department was recognized for its contribution to the future of student entrepreneurs.
Marianne Mueller
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