Roscoe, IL
One month later: finding hope and healing after the fire
Della Watkins lost her home on Rockton Road, but you can help her recover.
Rockton, IL
News from Rockton, Illinois
Happenings
Project 101 - Financial Literacy
Wed Feb. 22, 2025, 10:00 am, Talcott Free Library 101 E. Main St. Rockton IL, 61072
Chemtool
Update on Chemtool, sort of
Attorneys still hope to start sending payments in February.
Rockton, IL
10th annual Rockton Yeti Fest bringing back winter fun
Walk, play, dance, crawl, skate, or shop like a yeti in Rockton, Illinois
Happenings
Jazz Night
Tue Feb 11, 2025 7:00 pm, Hononegah High School PAC 307 Salem St. Rockton IL, 61072
Happenings
Music: Chris Lewis
Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, 7 p.m., Rockton Inn Pub & Grub, 102 East Main St., Rockton, IL
Rockton, IL
Red Barn: turn a golf course into townhouses?
The Village of Rockton denied the owner's initial request to replace the driving range with townhomes.
Chemtool
Why your property value affects your Chemtool settlement
Half your class action payment amount depends on your property assessment.
Happenings
Music: Water'd Down
Fri Feb 28, 2025 6:30 pm, After the Vine 181 Hawick Dr. Rockton IL, 61072
Happenings
Village of Rockton Board Meeting
Tue Feb 4, 2025 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center, 110 East Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
Happenings
Music: Carson Hall at After the Vine
Sat Feb 1, 2025 6:00 pm, After the Vine, 181 Hawick Dr. Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton, IL
Rockton Township billed for election petition challenge expenses
Rockton Township will have two candidates for supervisor and six for trustee.
Chemtool
Chemtool payments waiting on assessed property values
Attorney Dan Flynn still expects payments to be sent at least by early February.
Rockton, IL
House fire on very cold day
The family and pets are safe, but their home is a total loss.
Editorial
Editorial: Reflecting on 24 years as a news reporter
Marianne Muller's writing journey began with Rockton Ramblings.
Rockton, IL
Inspiring through the gift of beautiful music at Rockton studio
Jenny Maragia teaches piano and vocal lessons in her Rockton home.
Deaths
Donna Johnson loved travel, enjoyed many hobbies
She adored taking their grandkids on cross-country trips in their motorhome.
Rockton, IL
Re-inventing Fatt Cat Café
The Rockton landmark is now dedicated to special events and special occasions.
News
Rockton schoolgirl struck by car on Latham Road
The Jan. 10, 2025 tragedy happened at a school bus stop.
Chemtool
Chemtool payments expected to be sent at end of January
Attorney Daniel R. Flynn anticipate that the checks will go out around the end of the month.
Rockton, IL
Rockton Lions spread joy of the season to local families through Wimpy's Fund
More than 350 children received toys, food, clothing, gifts and toiletries.
Happenings
Food Truck Friday in Rockton: The Traveling Chef
Fri Jan 24, 2025, 4:00 pm, American Legion 221 W. Main St. Rockton IL, 61072
Happenings
Karaoke and DJ at Ye Olde Pub
Fri Jan. 3, 2025, Ye Olde Pub 114 W. Main St. Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton, IL
Village of Rockton welcomes new patrol officer
The Village board also approved a contribution to SMTD, the 2026 tax levy, and an emergency well repair.
Rockton, IL
Rockton Christmas Walk: 40 years of lifelong memories
Dec. 6 - 8, 2024 brought dozens of festive experiences.