Rockton-Roscoe News: Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025

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Rockton-Roscoe News: Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025
Hononegah Forest Preserve, Nov. 10, 2021. Photo: April McGinnis

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Today's events

Here For You Free Food Truck
Wed Nov. 5, 2025, 4:30 - 6:30 pm, Didier Hall, Saint Peter Catholic Church, 620 Blackhawk Blvd. South Beloit IL, 61080
Talcott Free Yarns
Wed Nov 5, 2025, 6 p.m., Talcott Library, 101 E Main St, Rockton IL 61072
Wednesday Night Comedy
Wed Nov 5, 2025, 8:00 pm, Mustangs Bar & Grill, 482 Gardner St. South Beloit IL, 61080
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In case you missed it

Local students share camp experiences with Hononegah Woman’s Club
ROCKTON, IL - Every year, the Hononegah Women’s Club offers camperships to local students in grades 6 to 11 who live within the boundaries of Hononegah Community High School District. Eligible students can receive funding to attend academic, vocational, or service camps related to fine arts, vocal or instrumental music,
Rockton-Roscoe News: Monday, Nov. 3, 2025
South Beloit meeting, historic chest
Mid-1800’s walnut chest now resides at the Macktown Living History Museum
A solid black walnut chest, created by Sylvester Stevens, is virtually unchanged since its construction more than 175 years ago.
Rockton-Roscoe News: Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025
Hononegah playoff, SNAP in northern Illinois, focus adjustment