Election
Poll Workers: The Quiet
On Aug 11, the Winnebago County Clerk’s Office will join election officials across the country in celebrating Poll Workers Helping Americans Vote Day.
South Beloit, IL
News from South Beloit, Illinois
South Beloit, IL
Community has the chance to Rally Around Longtime Viking Lanes Employee After Stroke and Early Retirement
Shari’s strength, determination, and outgoing spirit have defined her recovery.
Roscoe, IL
Varo Fence & Deck LLC helps Roscoe homeowners rebuild after tornado damage
After an EF1 tornado moved through Roscoe during the April 17 severe weather outbreak, Varo Fence & Deck LLC helped local homeowners repair and replace damaged fences and work through insurance questions.
Rockton, IL
50 North, Senior Activity Event
Beach Party! Tuesday, August 4, 2026 1-3 pm
South Beloit, IL
South Beloit Fire Department delivers fast, reliable EMS response in latest report
For South Beloit residents, the message is simple: their fire department is responding quickly, communicating openly, and working hard to earn — and keep — the trust of the community.
South Beloit, IL
South Beloit Police, Fire Departments Issue Fourth of July Fireworks Safety Bulletin
Illinois maintains some of the nation’s strictest fireworks regulations.
South Beloit, IL
Love’s Travel Stop in Roscoe celebrates remodeling with grand reopening and ribbon cutting
Love's Travel Stop offers more than gas and store items.
South Beloit VFW
Veterans Groups and Community Come Together for South Beloit Blood Drive
SOUTH BELOIT — Service continued beyond the uniform this week as VFW Post 11019 – South Beloit, Illinois and the South Beloit American Legion Holtz-Hirst Post 288 came together with the community and the Rock River Valley Blood Center for a successful community blood drive.
Veterans
South Beloit Veterans Organizations Join Together to Serve Community Breakfast
South Beloit American Legion Holtz-Hirst Post 288 and VFW Post 11019 came together to serve breakfast for veterans, their families, and community guests at the shared post home located at 14879 Dorr Road in South Beloit. The event brought together members from both Veterans Service Organizations for a morning
Opinion
Letter to the Editor Rockton: What does patriotism look like in our everyday lives?
This letter represents the opinion of the author and not necessarily the position of Rockton-Roscoe News.
South Beloit, IL
Free South Beloit Youth Football Camp
June 27-28. 2026, 12 - 2 p.m. Show up in a t-shirt, shorts and cleats at the South Beloit Junior High School.
South Beloit, IL
VFW Post 11019 and South Beloit American Legion Post 288 Team Up for Community Blood Drive
Thurs, July 2, 2026, 2 - 6 p.m. at the South Beloit American Legion, 14879 Dorr Road, South Beloit, IL
South Beloit, IL
VFW Post 11019 Strengthens Veteran Support With Information Session
VFW Post 11019 Commander Tom Dummer thanked the presenters, volunteers, and attendees for helping make the session a success.
South Beloit, IL
The Happenings at the 15 June 2026 South Beloit city council meeting
Rusty Wheel fined $1,000, removal of City Administrator language clarified, 14% increase in health insurance, and more engineering expenses to Fehr Graham for sewage work.
South Beloit, IL
South Beloit man convicted of attempted murder after victim escapes through second-story window
A three-day jury trial ended Monday with the conviction of a local man on charges including attempted first-degree murder.
South Beloit, IL
Ross Robertson Basketball Camp
Saturday, July 18, 2026, South Beloit High School
South Beloit, IL
Abby Lee Miller workshop draws regional crowd to South Beloit
Dancers from across the Midwest traveled to South Beloit on May 30 for a full day of training with Abby Lee Miller.
Restaurants
Shorty's Kitchen Custom Catering
Over 20 Party Platters to choose from and so much more!
South Beloit, IL
South Beloit City Council Meeting
Mon Jun. 1, 2026, 5:00 pm, South Beloit City Hall, 519 Blackhawk Boulevard, South Beloit IL, 61080
Dancing
Abby Lee Miller says small-town dancers still stand out ahead of South Beloit workshop
Abby Lee Miller will appear Saturday at Willowbrook Middle School in South Beloit for a dance workshop hosted by Miss Andrea’s Dance Factory beginning at 1 p.m.
South Beloit School District
How South Beloit schools are slashing the cost of college
675 college credits at no cost to families essentially injects money back into the pockets of local parents.
South Beloit, IL
Tradition returns! The Rusty Wheel hosts Memorial Day pancake breakfast
Monday, May 25, 2026 at 8 AM. Presale tickets are available for at The Rusty Wheel.
South Beloit, IL
South Beloit City Council Meeting
Mon Jun 15, 2026, 5:00 pm, South Beloit City Hall, 519 Blackhawk Boulevard, South Beloit IL, 61080
South Beloit, IL
The Rusty Wheel to host hot dog eating contest
Monday, May 25, 2026 at 11:15 AM. 10 dollar donation to the SOBO Athletic Club to enter. Winner takes home $500.
South Beloit, IL
Fish fertilizer special use permit passes with vote of 3-1
Next step is for the business to apply for a business license through the City of South Beloit.