Sports
Golfer's Day April 10th - It's a day for duffers and professionals to enjoy playing and celebrating golf.
April 10 is National Golfers Day. Check out our area golf courses in farthest northern Illinois.
Rockton, IL
News from Rockton, Illinois
Seniors
50 North, Senior Activity Event with Candice King, Meteorologist
Tues, Apr 21, 2026, 1-3 pm, Rockton Township Community Center, 302 Main St., Rockton IL 61072
Books
After 80 years of magic, Roscoe’s ‘Magic Bill’ becomes the story
At 103, Bill “Magic Bill” Hunter is still sharing his story, as friends, family, and fans gathered April 4 to celebrate the release of A Life of Magic.
Rockton, IL
Village of Rockton Board Meeting
Tue Sept 1, 2026 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center, 110 East Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton, IL
Village of Rockton Board Meeting
Tue Sept 29, 2026 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center, 110 East Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton, IL
Our Best Kept Secret isn't a Secret Anymore!
Spring is the time to visit your local Rockton Township Historical Museum, each Saturday, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, 529 Green Street Rockton, IL 61072
Rockton, IL
Open House at Rockton Assisted Living and Memory Care Community
Saturday, April 11, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm, Highview in the Woodlands, 1000 Falcon Point Place, Rockton, IL 61072
Rockton, IL
Village of Rockton Board Meeting
Tue Apr 7, 2026 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center, 110 East Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton, IL
Village of Rockton Board Meeting
Tue Sept 15, 2026 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center, 110 East Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton, IL
Village of Rockton Board Meeting
Tue Aug 4, 2026 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center, 110 East Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton, IL
Village of Rockton Board Meeting
Tue July 21, 2026 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center, 110 East Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton, IL
Senior Living Expo April 10 2026 10 am - 2 pm Rockton American Legion Brings Resources, Education, and Community Connection to Rockton
Stateline Events’ Stacy Moore says the goal is simple: create a space where seniors “can gather information, ask questions, and feel supported.”
Rockton, IL
Village of Rockton Board Meeting
Tue Aug 18, 2026 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center, 110 East Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton, IL
Village of Rockton Board Meeting
Tue July 7, 2026 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center, 110 East Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton, IL
Village of Rockton Board Meeting
Tue June 30, 2026 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center, 110 East Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton, IL
Village of Rockton Board Meeting
Tue Oct 20, 2026 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center, 110 East Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton, IL
Village of Rockton Board Meeting
Tue Aug 18, 2026 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center, 110 East Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton, IL
Village of Rockton Board Meeting
Tue Oct 6, 2026 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center, 110 East Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton, IL
Village of Rockton Board Meeting
Tue June 16, 2026 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center, 110 East Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
Happenings
Old Stone Church Food Pantry
Thu August 27, 2026, 9 am, Old Stone Church, 101 East Union Street, Rockton IL, 61072
Deaths
Richard (Richie) J. Bennington led an adventurous life, filled with family and friends.
“My dad was the greatest person I know,” his daughter Akahllia Bennington said.
Fundraising
Hononegah Girls Track & Field launches fundraiser for essential gear
The Hononegah Girls Track & Field team is seeing strong growth this season and is launching a fundraiser to help cover essential gear as the roster continues to expand.
Rockton, IL
Village of Rockton Board Meeting
Tue June 2, 2026 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center, 110 East Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton, IL
Old Stone Church Food Pantry
Thu August 27, 2026, 9 am, Old Stone Church, 101 East Union Street, Rockton IL, 61072
Happenings
Old Stone Church Food Pantry
Thu October 29, 2026, 9 am, Old Stone Church, 101 East Union Street, Rockton IL, 61072
