Rockton-Roscoe News: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

News from Rockton, Roscoe and South Beloit as reported in the award-winning Rockton-Roscoe News.

The Rusty Wheel to host hot dog eating contest

Monday, May 25, 2026 at 11:15 AM. 10 dollar donation to the SOBO Athletic Club to enter. Winner takes home $500.

Rockton-Roscoe NewsAdam Neblock

• 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 to through traffic during this time. The contractor intends to start at the pipe culvert just west of Clearwing Lane on Roscoe Road and progress westerly to IL-2. A hard closure will be in effect at each pipe culvert crossing while it is actively being replaced. Traffic will not be allowed to pass through the active construction location. Access for local traffic will be provided from the west side and from the east side of the closure associated with the individual pipe culvert being replaced.

Today’s events

Meet the New Superintendent of Hononegah High School

Tuesday, May 12th at 7:00 pm at the Roscoe Township Community Center

Rockton-Roscoe NewsRoscoe Township

Kinnikinnick School Board Meeting - COW

Tue May 12, 2026, 7:00 pm, Kinnikinnick School Library, 5410 Pine Lane, Roscoe IL, 61073

Rockton-Roscoe NewsRockton-Roscoe News Staff

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