Rockton, IL
Protests over Drag Queen Q&A at Talcott Library cost more than $14,000
Expenses for first responders on alert were the highest, followed by barricades to close Main Street.
Rockton, IL
News from Rockton, Illinois
Rockton, IL
Rockton residents react to drag protest expenses
Law enforcement was Rockton's biggest expense during pro- and anti-drag protests.
Rockton, IL
Bill Edge began as a sharecropper, spent 31 years building cars at Chrysler
Funeral will be Friday at noon, September 15, 2023, with visitation beforehand.
Rockton, IL
Rockton's Blues & BBQ: education and fun for a good cause
Proceeds from Blues & BBQ supports the Rockton community and the Jaimie Cox Memorial Scholarship.
Rockton, IL
The Hononegah Indians brotherhood goes to another level with the Benson brothers
Jacob Benson plays right guard for the Hononegah Indians, while his brother Maximus plays right tackle.
Rockton, IL
Hononegah looks to move to 2-0 as they welcome Harlem in NIC-10 play
Rockton, IL is the place to be Friday night as Hononegah hosts Harlem in a NIC-10 battle
Rockton, IL
Hononegah school spirit sparked at 2023 Purple and Gold Festival
The event introduced athletes, cheer, dance, band, administration, and faculty.
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Rockton Police take quick action to save a life, new officer welcomed to Rockton Police Department
Rockton Police are preparing for Blues and BBQ on Sept. 6, 2023 at Settler's Park.
Rockton, IL
Stout Hononegah defense led the way to open the 2023 IHSA football season
Hononegah doing Hononegah things again: defense led the way to a convincing 55-8 over Jefferson.
Events
Wednesday Stewardship Days – Nygren Wetland Preserve
Wed Aug 30 9:00 am, Nygren Wetland Preserve 3190 W. Rockton Rd. Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton, IL
Spark! Conference ignites connections, collaboration, and growth for entrepreneurs and leaders
The conference is happening Thursday, September 7, 2023 in Rockford.
Rockton, IL
Hononegah Football looks to get back in the NIC 10 conference race
The goal for Hononegah football is the NIC 10 title.
Events
Fall Prairie Harvest Day 2023
Sat Sep 9 9:00 am, Nygren Wetland Preserve 3190 W. Rockton Rd., Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton, IL
Drive 815: "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" and "Puss in Boots: The Last Wish"
On Saturday, the theater will be showing "Puss in Boots: The Last Wish."
Rockton, IL
Rockton schools unveil new playground equipment
Three Rockton schools now have new, fun, and accessible playground equipment.
Rockton, IL
Dozens of dogs respond to “Last Call” at Rockton Swimming Pool
At the end of the season, the Rockton pool has a special treat for dogs only.
Rockton, IL
Photos: Hononegah Community High School Annual Purple and Gold Celebration 2023
Hononegah High School kicked off its fall sports season with the annual Purple and Gold celebration on Aug. 18, 2023.
Events
Frenchman's Frolic
Sat Oct 21 9:00 am, Macktown Living History 2221 Freeport Road Rockton IL, 61072
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Archaeology Sunday
Sun Sep 10 2:00 pm, Macktown Living History 2221 Freeport Road Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton, IL
Dean Stackhouse loved his home in the mountains
A small service will take place on the mountain he loved in Idaho.
Events
Music: Kevin Burns at After the Vine
Fri Aug 18 5:30 pm, After the Vine 181 Hawick Dr. Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton, IL
60th annual Corn Boil welcomes non-stop crowd
Proceeds from the Rockton American Legion Rifle Squad 60th Annual Corn Boil pays for uniforms to honor veterans who have passed away.
Events
Talcott Library Board Meeting
Mon Aug 21 7:00 pm, Talcott Free Library 101 E. Main St. Rockton IL, 61072
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Talcott Library Board Meeting
Mon Sep 18 7:00 pm, Talcott Free Library 101 E. Main St. Rockton IL, 61072
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Storyhour
Wed Aug 23 10:00 am, Talcott Free Library 101 E. Main St. Rockton IL, 61072
