Rockton-Roscoe News: Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025
Balloons, bluegrass, and best friends
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Get Ready to Pop: Party Like a Rockstar Balloon Bar Debuts on Roscoe’s Main Street October 16th 3-6 pm
The balloon bar is on the corner of Main and Bridge in downtown Roscoe, Illinois.
Harold Bone
Bluegrass roots remain strong in 42nd year of Two Rivers Bluegrass Festival
In Harrison, Illinois, east of Durand, the Two Rivers Blue Grass Festival holds a rich history. This festival started over 40 years ago when Lloyd and Vivian Gaines decided that they wanted a place where people could go to an alcohol free event and listen to bluegrass music. Bluegrass music
Marianne Mueller
Cristy’s Canine Academy believes every dog needs a top-notch education
Veterans suffering from depression, traumatic brain injury, and anxiety work with dogs in need of training through a positive reinforcement program - Circle of Change at Ms. Cristy’s Canine Academy.
Jean Seegers
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Today's events
Hononegah Fall Concerts
Tue-Wed Oct 14 & 15, 2025, 7:00 pm, Hononegah Performing Arts Center, 307 Salem St. Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton-Roscoe News Staff
Hononegah Community High School Board Meeting
Wed Oct 15, 2025, 6:00 pm, Hononegah High School Library, 307 Salem Street Rockton IL, 61072-2630
Rockton-Roscoe News Staff
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In case you missed it
Rockton-Roscoe News: Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025
Halloween bash, death notices, undefeated SOBOs
Michael McGinnis
Death notices for the far Stateline: Oct. 13, 2025
We remember those who are no longer with us in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit.
Michael McGinnis
South Beloit remains undefeated after a dominant Homecoming win, setting the stage for a top-10 showdown with West Carroll.
In front of a packed homecoming crowd under the Friday night lights, the South Beloit SOBOs delivered a commanding 38-8 victory over Abundant Life, improving to 7-0 overall and 5-0 in conference play. The win solidifies South Beloit’s #6 spot in the latest NUIC I8FA rankings, just behind their
Josaiah Placensia
Rockton-Roscoe News: Monday, Oct. 13, 2025
Grocery tax, Village administrator, weekly events
Michael McGinnis
