Rockton-Roscoe News: Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Death notices, fish fertilizer, National Nurses Day
Here’s what's happening in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit from Rockton-Roscoe News. To read stories you haven’t seen yet, click on any link below.
Death notices for the far Stateline: May 5
- Roscoe businesses are developing connections and support through a newly reformed alliance. Check out our story.
- In celebration of National Nurses Day May 6, 2026, check out Alycia Dioneda's story on school nurse tips earlier in the school year.
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- Here's the latest update from Adam Neblock on the South Beloit fish fertilizer plant.
Upcoming events
National Day Of Prayer
Pray with the Nation on May 7, 2026.
Doris Tropp
Old Stone Church Food Pantry
Thu May 7, 2026, 9 am, Old Stone Church, 101 East Union Street, Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton-Roscoe News Staff
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In case you missed it
South Beloit to reconsider fish fertilizer plan after initial rejection
The proposed location of the fertilizer facility is next to St. Peter Church.
Adam Neblock
Rockton Township reviewed work and accomplishments of past year
Rockton Township residents, Township Officials, trustees, and Office Manager/Deputy Clerk Kristi Schaffer reviewed work and accomplishments of the past year in Rockton Township. Township Clerk Judi Gurney led the meeting, alongside Moderator former Cemetery Sexton Jerri Noller. Both Noller and former Supervisor Paul Williams were nominated, with Noller being
Marianne Mueller
Rampage open season with 20–0 shutout, signaling football’s return to the Rockton-Roscoe and South Beloit area
Hackett elevated over a smaller defender, pulling down a leaping touchdown grab that ignited the Rampage sideline and the home crowd. It was the first score of the season — and it felt like a statement.
Harold Bone
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