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Celebrating the Semiquincentennial
On Monday, June 22, 2026, 7 p.m. the Rockton Township Historical Society Museum will host a Revolutionary War program.
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News from Rockton, Illinois
Downtown Rockton
Ironman 70.3 rolls through Rockton on Sunday, with downtown shops and Summerpalooza ready to welcome crowds
Rockton will be buzzing long before the first cyclists sweep down Main Street on Sunday morning, as the Ironman 70.3 returns through Rockton with a bike route that cuts straight through the heart of our village. With racers expected on June 14, 2026 between 9:45 a.m. and
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Old Settlers Days 2026 - An incredible lineup for our entertainment pleasure. Thank Rockton Lions
June 18 - 21, 2026, Settlers Park, Rockton, IL
Rockton River Market
The Sensations bring decades of rock energy to this week’s Rockton River Market
"So much fun!", says McKenna Faith Winters.
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Free tennis camp starts June 8 at Hononegah High School
Programs run June 8–July 20 at Hononegah High School.
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Free Tennis Camp
Programs run June 1–August 28, 2026 at Hononegah High School
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Village of Rockton Board Meeting
Tue Sept 15 , 2026 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center, 110 East Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
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Village of Rockton Board Meeting
Tue, Sept 1, 2026 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center, 110 East Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
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Village of Rockton Board Meeting
Tue Dec 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 Dec 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 Dec 1, 2026 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center, 110 East Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
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Village of Rockton Board Meeting
Tue Nov 17, 2026 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center, 110 East Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
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Village of Rockton Board Meeting
Tue Nov 3, 2026 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center, 110 East Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
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Village of Rockton Board Meeting
Tue Oct 20, 2026 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center, 110 East Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
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Village of Rockton Board Meeting
Tue Oct 6, 2026 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center, 110 East Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
Deaths
Joel Francis Lorr (1940-2026)
The former Rockton community member will be remembered with love and affection by all who knew him.
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Red Barn Golf Course back in full swing, nuisance ordinance reversed
The Village of Rockton reversed the ordinance because they found it to be unenforceable.
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Rockton Earns Bird City Status, Strengthening Its Conservation Efforts
Our commitment to nature continues to grow as we learn more about the habitats around us,” Village Board President John Peterson said.
Rockton Ramblings
Hononegah H.O.P.E. Foundation brought Touch of Nashville to Rockton
Alumni, staff, and community came out in support of furthering educational opportunities at Hononegah Community High School.
Happenings
Rockton Memorial Day Parade
Mon May 25, 2026, 9:00 am Rockton Township Cemetery, 600 West St, Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton River Market
Piper Kei brings their rockin' classics from the 70's & 80's to opening week at Rockton River Market
"So much fun!", says McKenna Faith Winters.
Hononegah High School
Jordan Dimke commits to continue her athletic and academic career at the University of Illinois Springfield
Elite competitor who is always playing to win
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Rampage roll to 72–0 win, stay perfect in NLFL Play
Zero points allowed through three games for the Rock River Rampage
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Rampage look to stay perfect in Saturday night showdown
The Rock River Rampage return to the Rockton Athletic Fields on Saturday, May 16 2026 at 6 p.m., carrying the momentum of a dominant 2–0 start and the swagger of defending NLFL champions. Through two weeks, the Rampage have been nothing short of overwhelming, outscoring opponents 78–0
Downtown Rockton
Rockton Pelican Fest returns Saturday May 16 with a full day of family fun, wildlife encounters, and downtown activities
Rockton’s spring season officially takes flight on Saturday, May 16, 2026 as Rockton Pelican Fest returns —bringing families, bird lovers, and curious visitors together to celebrate the annual migration of the American White Pelicans along the Rock River. The free, family‑friendly festival runs 10 a.m. to 4