Rockton-Roscoe News: Wednesday, Mar. 4, 2026

What's happening in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit from Rockton-Roscoe News.

Death notices for the far Stateline: Mar. 3, 2026We remember those who are no longer with us in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit.Rockton-Roscoe NewsMichael McGinnisHononegah’s season ends 66-55 to Guilford in regional title gameHononegah boys basketball finished 3rd in the NIC-10 with a 14-5 conference record.Rockton-Roscoe NewsGavin Sweeney

• Tuesday night, the Rockton-Roscoe News was honored with a Stately Award, sponsored by the Stateline Chamber, in the category of Creative Media & Marketing. We have reported on many of the nominees over the years.

Upcoming events

Watercolor Class at the Roscoe Township Community CenterThis Wednesday, March 4, 2026, from 10:00 am to Noon. Roscoe Township Community Center, 4562 Hononegah Road, Roscoe, IL 61073Rockton-Roscoe NewsRoscoe TownshipThursdays: open hours at the Community CenterThursday, Mar. 5, 2026, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Roscoe Township Community Center, 4562 Hononegah Road, Roscoe, IL 61073Rockton-Roscoe NewsRoscoe TownshipCheck the latest forecast from Rockton weatherman Mark Henderson's Weather Hub

In case you missed it

Upcoming municipal meetings March 2–3 in Rockton, Roscoe, and South BeloitHere’s what’s on the agenda as Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit officials meet March 2–3.Rockton-Roscoe NewsAlycia Dioneda SchneedleMeet the candidates for Winnebago County District 7The results of the Mar. 17 Republican primary will decide who will fill the seat in the November election.Rockton-Roscoe NewsMichael McGinnisAt meet and greet in Roscoe, six candidates shared why they are runningSix candidates introduced themselves at a Roscoe meet-and-greet. The primary is scheduled for March 17, 2026.Rockton-Roscoe NewsMarianne Mueller

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