Hononegah High School
Hononegah students launch ‘The Digital Reset’ to rethink screen habits
Phones go everywhere now. Three Hononegah students are asking what that means for focus, balance, and everyday life.
Rockton, IL
News from Rockton, Illinois
Events
Meet the Candidates at Roscoe Township Community Center
Wed Feb 11, 2026, 6:30 – 8 p.m., Roscoe Township Community Center, 4562 Hononegah Road, Roscoe IL, 61073
Government
Municipal meetings scheduled this week in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit
A rundown of municipal meetings scheduled this week in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit, including committee meetings and village board sessions.
IHSA
Hononegah Captures 2026 State Bowling Championship Behind Wheeler’s Spark, Scharre’s Breakout Title
FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS — For the first time since 2019, the Hononegah boys bowling program stands atop Illinois again. And this time, the climb to the summit came with a late surge, a freshman phenom, and a senior who refused to let the moment slip away. Hononegah claimed the 2025–26 IHSA
Rockton Ramblings
Monique Weaver welcomed as Village of Rockton Community Promotions Coordinator
Monique Weaver brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective to her position as the Village of Rockton Community Promotions Coordinator.
Events
3rd Annual Old Stone Church Bake Sale
Sat Feb 7, 2026, 9 am, Old Stone Church, 101 East Union Street, Rockton IL, 61072
Events
Old Stone Church Food Pantry
Thu Mar 26, 2026, 9 am, Old Stone Church, 101 East Union Street, Rockton IL, 61072
Events
Old Stone Church Food Pantry
Thu Feb 12, 2026, 9 am, Old Stone Church, 101 East Union Street, Rockton IL, 61072
Hononegah Indians Boys Basketball
Beloit Memorial Explodes for a 50-point second half and defeats Hononegah 88-79 Monday night at the Fieldhouse
The basketball was finally tossed into the air at 7:12 pm on Monday night, January 26th, 2026. Beloit Memorial brought an enthusiastic, loud cheering section, but the Hononegah student section was not to be outdone. They were dressed in their best for Monday night. Indians win the opening tap
Hononegah Boys Basketball
Hononegah Indians beat Huntley 81-61 in non-conference showdown on Saturday afternoon
The game started off close with Huntley in the lead early, but Hononegah’s paint scoring and turnovers gave them the lead.
Downtown Rockton
Blooms and brews: Christy and Jake Krupa take the reins at DeeDee’s Main Street Coffee & Décor
Rockton, IL — Christy Krupa, owner of Buckets n Blooms, and her husband Jake have officially taken over DeeDee’s Coffee, continuing the downtown café’s role as a familiar gathering place for local residents.
Events
Rockton Village Board of Trustees
Tue Jan 20, 2026 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center, 110 East Main Street, Rockton IL, 61072
Golden Apple
Four local teachers are among 20 finalists for the 2026 Golden Apple Foundation Award
Four of the twenty Golden Apple finalists teach grades 6-12 in Roscoe, Rockton and South Beloit schools.
Events
Yeti Fest Treat Trail
Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026, 12 - 3 p.m. Village of Rockton IL, 61072
Mark Henderson
Mark Henderson reflects on his new role as the Community Development Director for the Village of Rockton
“One of the favorite parts of my previous job was being involved in the community, and so I feel that this position allows me to be involved in a different, yet still very meaningful way.”
Hononegah Softball College Signings
RVC softball getting 2 Hononegah softball players
As juniors, both players were a part of a Hononegah Indians team that reached level 2 of the playoffs and finished with a 28-5 record including 16-2 in the NIC 10.
Rockton Ramblings
Rockton Lions Club spread Christmas cheer to local families through Wimpy's Fund
Every year the Rockton Lions Club, with the help of numerous community supporters, bring Christmas cheer to local families assuring that they have a merry Christmas. Money raised from the Wimpy’s Fund auction is used to help families who are less fortunate in Rockton, Roscoe, Shirland, South Beloit and
Rockton, IL
New Illinois 2 bridges over Rock River in Rockton are done
The rest of the project is expected to be completed by summer 2026.
Events
Old Stone Church Food Pantry
Thu Mar 19, 2026, 9 am, Old Stone Church, 101 East Union Street, Rockton IL, 61072
News
Looking back at 2025
Last year our stories were read more than one million times.
Events
Talcott Free Yarns
Wed Jan 7 2026, 6:00 pm, Talcott Free Library, 101 E. Main St. Rockton IL, 61072
Events
Rockton Village Board of Trustees
Tue Jan 6, 2026, 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center, 110 East Main Street, Rockton IL, 61072
Events
Flannel & Frost: Hononegah Booster Club Fundraiser
Sat Jan 31, 2026, 6 - 10 pm, Rockton American Legion, 221 W Main St. Rockton IL, 61072
Events
Food Truck: Sizzling Susie’s at Rockton American Legion
Sat Jan 30, 2026 4 - 7 p.m, Rockton American Legion, 221 W. Main Street, Rockton IL, 61072
Events
Talcott Free Yarns
Wed Jan 21 2026, 6:00 pm, Talcott Free Library, 101 E. Main St. Rockton IL, 61072
