Rockton, IL
Police shooting at Rockton Walmart leads to high-speed chase
A task force will determine if the Rockton officer followed the rules when he fired his gun.
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News from Rockton, Illinois
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Cole Warren rocketing up recruiting boards after a huge junior season quarterbacking the Hononegah Indians
The football season never ends for Hononegah junior QB Cole Warren
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Corey "Overtime" Anderson looks to capture the MMA Light Heavyweight title tonight at the Wintrust Arena
The rematch for the former Hononegah wrestler at Bellator 288 is at the Wintrust Arena in Chicago.
Events
Live Music: Fred & Ginger
Sun Nov 27 2:00 pm, After the Vine 163 East Hawick Rockton IL, 61072
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Music: Rick Marchione at After the Vine
Fri Nov 18 6:00 pm, After the Vine 181 Hawick Dr. Rockton IL, 61072
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Local history: a Rockton hero — General Elon John Farnsworth
Elon John Farnsworth, a hero of the Battle of Gettysburg, is buried in Rockton Township Cemetery.
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Holiday shopping opportunities on West Main in Rockton
Christmas is coming, and Main Street Rockton attracts shoppers from miles around.
Events
Holiday Book Sale
Fri Dec 2 9:00 am, Talcott Free Library 101 E. Main St. Rockton IL, 61072
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38th annual Rockton Christmas Walk introduces new events, keeps traditions alive
Three days of Christmas cheer and action are planned for Dec. 2, 3 and 4 in Rockton.
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elev815 Happy Hour at Rockton Inn
Thu Dec 15 5:30 pm, Rockton Inn Pub & Grub 102 E Main St. Rockton IL, 61072
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Stephen Mack Middle School Class Act brings down the house
This year's assembly was about heroes, both make-believe and real.
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Rockton Lions Club gives back through Wimpy's Fund and through other community outreach
The Wimpy's Fund Auction helps over 100 Illinois families in Rockton, Roscoe, Shirland, South Beloit and Harrison.
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CYT's The SpongeBob Musical at Hononegah Performing Arts Centre, Nov. 17 - Nov. 20
The stakes are higher than ever in this Rockford-area musical premiere.
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Jerry Wallace served on the Rockton school board and Rockton Village board
Funeral and visitation will be Monday and Tuesday, Nov. 21-22, 2022
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Patricia Calvesio worked as a cosmetologist and school paraprofessional
Memorial service will be Friday noon, November 11.
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Historic Homes for the Holidays
Sun Dec 4 3:00 pm, Downtown Rockton Rockton IL, 61072
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News Briefs: seasonal events coming to Stateline
In the news: fill the bus, first responders, veterans, casino night, and Christmas
Events
Teen Movie Night - Talcott Library
Fri Nov 11 3:30 pm, Talcott Free Library 101 E. Main St. Rockton IL, 61072
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Meet the District 2 candidates: Jim Webster and Lindsay Lancaster
Jim Webster and Lindsay Lancaster are running for Winnebago County Board District 2.
Events
Old Stone Church Veterans Day Turkey Dinner
Sat Nov 12 4:30 pm, Old Stone Church 101 East Union Street Rockton IL, 61072
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Harriett Geiseman was a hard working, loving and caring individual
Funeral and visitation will be Saturday morning, Nov. 12.
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Artist's Reception with Jerry Jacobs
Sat Nov 26 1:00 pm, Jill Rae Finally Art Studio & Gallery 210 W. Main Street Rockton IL, 61072
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JR Finally Art presents "California Dream'n on Such a Winter's Day: Neon Drawings by Featured Artist Jerry Jacobs"
Featured artist Jerry Jacobs is a longtime resident of Rockton.
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See Harvey at Hononegah - if you can
The hilarious show focuses on a tall rabbit-like creature, though he never appears on stage.
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Halloween celebrated in “spooktacular” fun in Rockton community
Rockton hosted at least seven Halloween events this year.
