Roscoe, IL
Minor flooding expected on the Rock River this week
Low-lying areas of Riverside Park, Settlers Park, and Edgemere Terrace may be affected.
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Rockton, IL
History of Birds Grove, Stephen Mack's original settlement (1829-1835)
Birds Grove is Stephen Mack's original settlement (1829-1835) at the mouth of Dry Run, now known as Hononegah Forest Preserve, before founding the Macktown settlement in Rockton.
Rockton, IL
Rockton Village meets for future improvements for water, sewer, and streets
The Village of Rockton is also planning street reconstruction projects on Center and Chapel Streets.
Roscoe, IL
Beth Gorsuch was an avid quilter
Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023.
Rockton, IL
Pure wintertime fun at Rockton Yeti Fest
The event featured snow sculptures, sled dogs, hot cocoa, dancing, and a scavenger hunt.
Roscoe, IL
Death notices for Rockton and Roscoe: 2/26/2023
With sadness we announce several deaths for the Roscoe and Rockton area in recent weeks.
Roscoe, IL
Donald Hruby had the passion and knowledge to fix almost anything
Funeral mass was Friday, February 24, 2023 in Johnsburg, IL.
Roscoe, IL
Judy Hines liked to plan vacations
Services will be held on her birthday, March 2, 2023.
Roscoe, IL
Fallen branches and storm debris? Roscoe and Rockton residents have options
The Roscoe drop off site will be open from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. until Friday March 10.
Roscoe, IL
SMTD receives grants for three paratransit vehicles, South Beloit hub
The funds will pay for three paratransit vehicles, bus shelter, and more.
South Beloit, IL
Bill Schultz manned the grill for cookouts
Memorial was Monday, Feb. 20, 2023.
Rockton, IL
Sisterhood of friendship celebrated at Rockton Galentine's Day event
The holiday offers a day for ladies to celebrate ladies.
Roscoe, IL
Power out for hundreds in Roscoe and Rockton area
Perhaps thousands of residents lost their electricity on icy days.
South Beloit, IL
Hoops in South Beloit look to continue on the season success
Basketball madness continues in South Beloit starting on Thursday.
Rockton, IL
3rd time the charm for “Overtime” Anderson vs Nemkov?
Back to the Future: will the Hononegah grad meet Vadim Nemkov a third time for the MMA championship?
Rockton, IL
Rockton man killed in single-car collision with tree
The Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate.
Roscoe, IL
Schools closed: ice storm
With thick ice on roads, schools will have remote classes again.
Roscoe, IL
Keith Wilson was an educator
Visitation will be Sunday afternoon, with funeral Monday morning.
Rockton, IL
Basketball season ends for both the boys and girls at Hononegah last weekend
Both teams lost to Harlem in the 2023 4A IHSA playoffs.
Rockton, IL
Leon Schuetz was a welder and farmer
Funeral will be Saturday afternoon, Feb. 25, 2023.
Roscoe, IL
Roscoe Cub Scout Pack 6202 holds annual awards ceremony
The ceremony honored Cub Scouts for efforts to create the fastest pine derby car, as well as other achievements over the past year.
Rockton, IL
Kay Messerschmidt enjoyed bowling, bingo, casinos - and family
Funeral will be Thursday morning, February 23, 2023.
Roscoe, IL
Death notices for Rockton and Roscoe: 2/19/2023
With sadness we announce several deaths for the Roscoe and Rockton area in recent weeks.
Rockton, IL
Austin Kirwin earns Honorable Mention for the 2022- 2023 Academic All-State team
Austin was honored as a member of the Hononegah soccer and tennis programs as well as being a NIC 10 scholar-athlete.
Rockton, IL
Judith Craddock was always up for a game of cards with her friends
A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.
