This week in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit: June 8, 2026
Dance moms, high school commencement, death notices, this week's events
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In the news
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.
Alycia Dioneda Schneedle
Messages resonated during Hononegah’s Class of 2026 commencement
Hononegah’s Class of 2026 were reminded of what is most important on future paths.
Marianne Mueller
Harlem-Roscoe firefighter/ paramedic John Morgan (1972-2026)
He loved to share stories and joke with anyone who would listen.
Rockton-Roscoe News Staff
Death notices for the Stateline: June 3, 2026
We remember those who are no longer with us in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit.
Rockton-Roscoe News Staff
Strong spirits: business card
Do you have a business card? What’s on it? Your name, your business, contact information, maybe what you specialize in... Does your card say anything about what you believe, or what is most important to you? Does your business card talk about your job, or about your calling? For most
Gary Schwerin
This week’s events
Free tennis camp starts June 8 at Hononegah High School
Programs run June 8–July 20 at Hononegah High School.
Rockton-Roscoe News Staff
Kinnikinnick School Board Meeting - COW
Tue June 9, 2026, 7:00 pm, Kinnikinnick School Library, 5410 Pine Lane, Roscoe IL, 61073
Rockton-Roscoe News Staff
Cruise Night at the Museum
Wed Jun 10, 2026, 5 - 8 p.m., Historic Attractions Museum, 13825 Metric Rd. Roscoe IL, 61073
Rockton-Roscoe News Staff
Is It Hormones?
Thursday, June 11, 2026, 5:30 PM - Roscoe/Rockton Community, We’d love to invite you to a special evening of wine, wellness, and real conversation. 🍷
LaQuisha Stahl
Free Tennis Camp
Programs run June 1–August 28, 2026 at Hononegah High School
Rockton-Roscoe News Staff
Cookies & Cream: You Are Invited!
Roscoe United Methodist Church is hosting a free community event Thursday, June 11 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Join us rain or shine for a hot dog, cookies, ice cream, games, building tours and more. Come inside and check out our 2026 Vacation Bible School set, stained glass windows and more. Bring your parents, bring your kids, and come and enjoy the summer evening. Rain location will be in Harman Hall.
Doris Tropp
Old Stone Church Food Pantry
Thu June 11, 2026, 9 am, Old Stone Church, 101 East Union Street, Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton-Roscoe News Staff
Blood Drive at Faith Lutheran Church South Beloit
Fri June 12, 2026 10 a.m - 2 p.m., Faith Lutheran Church South Beloit 1305 Blackhawk Blvd. South Beloit IL, 61080
Michael McGinnis
Music: Austin Karr
Sat Jun 13, 2026, 5 - 8 p.m., Mustangs Bar & Grill, 482 Gardner St South Beloit IL, 61080
Rockton-Roscoe News Staff
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