Rockton-Roscoe News: Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025
Firehouse open house, specialized forecasting
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- Rockton weatherman Mark Henderson is launching a new service for operators of snow plows. Contractors and even municipalities can sign up for Zoom calls on the day before a snowstorm, where Mark gives specific details to help with planning and scheduling.
Rockton Fire Department welcomed public to Fire Safety Open House
To honor a hundred year long tradition, Rockton Fire Protection District hosted an open house on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025.
Marianne Mueller
Rockton-Roscoe News: Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025
Book buddies, Truck or Treat, obituaries
Michael McGinnis
Scenes from the Truck or Treat Halloween party in Porter Park
A perfect day for a Halloween extravaganza at Porter Park, sponsored by the Village of Roscoe.
Jean Seegers
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Today’s events
Live Music: VanDwellers
Fri Oct 24, 2025, 7:00 pm, Louie’s Tap House 5689 Elevator Rd. Roscoe IL, 61073
Rockton-Roscoe News Staff
Old Stone Church Food Pantry
Thu Oct 23, 2024, 9 am, Old Stone Church, 101 East Union Street, Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton-Roscoe News Staff
Mobile Blood Drive - Bucciferro Family McDonald’s Rockton
Thu Oct 23, 2025, 9 am - 3 p.m., Bucciferro McDonald’s, 13454 Quail Trail, Rockton IL 61072
Rockton-Roscoe News Staff
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In case you missed it
Rockton-Roscoe News: Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025
Death notices, stray golf balls, business incubator
Michael McGinnis
Death notices for the far Stateline: Oct. 20, 2025
We remember those who are no longer with us in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit.
Michael McGinnis
Rockton-Roscoe News: Monday, Oct. 20, 2025
Homecoming photos, sentencing hearing
Michael McGinnis
Students were busy creating memories during Hononegah’s Homecoming Week
Hononegah’s Homecoming celebration culminated on Sept. 27, 2025.
Marianne Mueller
