Rockton-Roscoe News: Thursday, Apr. 16, 2026

Coroner in South Beloit, upcoming events

Rockton-Roscoe News: Thursday, Apr. 16, 2026
Rockton Police Department visited the 3’s classes at Old Stone Preschool on April 14, 2026. The children loved learning about the importance of being a police officer.

What's happening in RocktonRoscoe and South Beloit: from the staff of the award-winning Rockton-Roscoe News.

Beloit Man Found Dead in Wooded Area in South Beloit; Coroner Says Natural Causes Suspected
Officials emphasized that no immediate signs of foul play were found at the scene.
Death notices for the far Stateline: Apr. 14, 2026
We remember those who are no longer with us in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit.

Upcoming events

Oak Sapling Giveaway
Friday, April 17, 2026 @ 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm, Nature at the Confluence, 306 Dickop Street, South Beloit, IL 61080
Old Stone Church Food Pantry
Thu Apr 16, 2026, 9 am, Old Stone Church, 101 East Union Street, Rockton IL, 61072
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Death notices for the far Stateline: Apr. 14, 2026
We remember those who are no longer with us in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit.
Rockton, Roscoe, Willowbrook, and Stephen Mack Bowling sends deep, young field to IESA State finals
The state bowling finals are April 17–18, 2026 in Joliet.

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