Rockton-Roscoe News: Monday, May 18, 2026
Roscoe Road closure, Aladdin Jr.
What's happening in Rockton, Roscoe and South Beloit: from the staff of the award-winning Rockton-Roscoe News.
Shirland School took audiences to a “Whole New World” in Disney’s Aladdin Jr.
The cast and crew of Shirland School’s music department took audiences on a fun adventure as the story of Aladdin unfolded.
Marianne Mueller
- Starting on May 18, 2026, the Winnebago County Highway Department will replace seven pipe culverts on Roscoe Road, between IL-2 and Clearwing Lane, with an expected completion date of June 5, 2026, depending on weather. Roscoe Road, between IL-2 and Clearwing Lane will be closed at each pipe culvert crossing while it is actively being replaced.
Today’s events
South Beloit City Council Meeting
Mon May 18, 2026, 5:00 pm, South Beloit City Hall, 519 Blackhawk Boulevard, South Beloit IL, 61080
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