Rockton
Barbenheimer: which one are you watching first?
The Barbie and Oppenheimer movies have the same release date and the Stateline is debating which one to watch first.
Rockton
Events
Wednesday Stewardship Days – Nygren Wetland Preserve
Wed Aug 9 9:00 am, Nygren Wetland Preserve 3190 W. Rockton Rd. Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton
Erica's Board Creations moving out, Home - In Rockton is the building's new owner
Remote board painting events, to-go kits, and custom orders will continue, though Local Blessings has closed.
Rockton
Meet Rockton author Cat Stark
Cat Stark’s fantasy/paranormal romance books can be found in Rockton at Jill Rae Finally Art Studio.
Rockton
A perfect summer afternoon on the prairie at Nygren Wetlands
A portion of the proceeds from Wine & Brew at the Wetland will support Nygren Wetland Preserves.
South Beloit
Third Annual Rotary Ribfest turning up the heat in friendly competition
Four local fire departments - South Beloit, Beloit, North Park and Rockton - compete to make the best ribs.
Rockton
Drag Q&A Event Protests and Pride Party
On Friday, Rockford Family Initiative protested the drag Q&A event and Rockton Pride held a party.
Rockton
Talcott's Drag Q&A: where and why
The Rockton library's controversial teen event will be held virtually on Friday afternoon.
Rockton
CYT brings musical theater summer camp to the Rockford area
The children's theater group brings several musical shows to Hononegah PAC each year.
Rockton
Middle schooler starts Second Chance Sport Shoes and is accepting donations
A local Rockton kid, Nathan is collecting shoes to donate and help keep kids active.
Rockton
Rockton dog Qi’ra cuts her acting chops in murder mystery movie
The canine star knows about 50 tricks and is very motivated by snacks.
Rockton
No counter-protest at Talcott Library, Rockton Pride plans party instead
Rockton Family Initiative plans nightly protests at the library and during the virtual drag event.
Events
Music: Carson Hall at After the Vine
Sat Jul 8 6:00 pm, After the Vine 181 Hawick Dr. Rockton IL, 61072
Events
Live Music: Fred & Ginger
Sun Jul 9 2:00 pm, After the Vine 163 East Hawick Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton
Rich Hook raced motocross and loved to make people laugh
Visitation and funeral will be Thursday afternoon, July 6, 2023.
Rockton
Hononegah High School board meets with feeder district boards
Four school boards from the "Hononegah Nations" feeder districts met on June 21 in the HCHS library.
Rockton
John Schroeder: The Lone Ranger of Rockton
Visitation and funeral mass will be July 5-6, 2023
Rockton
Rockton Village Board gives reports, takes care of business
The Village of Rockton trustees must approve large purchases and special event applications.
Rockton
Drag event at Rockton library will be virtual
Both supporters and opponents still plan real-life protests at the Talcott Library.
Events
Rockton Police Association Blues & BBQ
Wed Sep 6 5:00 pm, Settlers Park 200 Hawick St Rockton IL, 61072
Events
Talcott Free Library Teen Advisory Board
Mon Jul 17 4:00 pm, Talcott Free Library 101 E Main St Rockton IL, 61072
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Rockton Village Board of Trustees
Tue Aug 15 7:00 pm, Village of Rockton Municipal Center 110 East Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton
Family Nature Event at Nygren Wetlands
Each received a nature passport to be stamped at each of fourteen learning stations.
Rockton
Talcott Library board votes 4-2 to proceed with Drag Q&A
The library says members of their Teen Advisory Board asked for the event.
Rockton
Two police officers celebrated for 20 years of service to Rockton Village
Officer Penny Cure and Sergeant Justin Jobst graduated from the State Police Academy in 2003.