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ROCKTON PD PHOTO The Herald     Rockton Police Sgt. Helser and Officer Slack stopped by Summerpalooza last weekend.

 
 

Fire departments ready to turn up the heat in friendly competition at Rockton-Roscoe Rotary’s Rib Fest

By Marianne Mueller Reporter Family fun is coming to Viking Lanes in South Beloit on Saturday, July 20 as Fire departments from Shirland, Rockton, and Roscoe prepare to turn up the heat on their competition at the 2024 Rockton-Roscoe Rotary Rib Fest. Try your favorite ribs, each made from special […]

 
 

Huskies to be tested early in Morrow’s second act

Harlem will have a tough opening and ending stretch in Jim Morrow’s first season of his second tenure as football coach. The IHSA released the football schedules this week. The Huskies open the season on the road at Belvidere on August 30, which hasn’t won as many as four games […]

 
 

Shirland celebrates Fourth of July with fun festivities

MARIANNE MUELLER PHOTO The Herald
	The Rockton American Legion started off the parade with a 21-gun salute.

By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Kicking off the Fourth of July celebrations, the Shirland Fireworks committee welcomed nice crowds to the “Shirland Freedom Festival” on Saturday, June 29. Music was heard from the talented band. “The Dirt Road Rebels.” Food trucks, and craft vendors filled the grounds. Stunning fireworks filled the […]

 
 

Village of Rockton reappoints individuals to different boards, police, fire reports given

By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Members of various boards were reappointed at the Village of Rockton Board of Trustees meeting on Tuesday evening, June 18. Brent Murray and Diana Weiser were reappointed to the Planning Commission. Each will serve a five-year term. Murray is currently the Chair of the commission. Leta […]

 
 

Rockton Lions Club Old Settlers Days proceeds given back to community

MARIANNE MUELLER PHOTO The Herald
	Two children rode in a colorful car while visiting the 2024 OSD Festival in Rockton two weeks ago.

By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Settlers Park welcomed mega sized crowds to take in four days of fun from June 13-16. Event organizers were joined by an all volunteer committee. The Rockton Lions Club works closely with the Village of Rockton, Rockton Fire Protection District, Rockton Village Public Works Department and […]

 
 

Rockton Pride offering special scholarship, social opportunities

By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Rockton Pride began in June of 2023 after forming as a support system for all who are in the community of LGBTQ+ and allies. Reflecting back – A kick-off party was held at Rockton’s Village Green park on July 14 of 2023, following a virtual presentation […]

 
 

After 35 years Willowbrook Middle School teacher, coach moving into next chapter 

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	Teacher Mike Rhines stands in Willowbrook Middle School in his last of 35 years of teaching.

By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Mr. Mike Rhines has taught in the Prairie Hill School District for the past 35 years, making a difference in the lives of students, faculty, staff, and the community since 1989. On May 16 Rhines celebrated retirement alongside fellow teacher, Kim Hatfield. Rhines is now in […]

 
 

Powerful words propel Hononegah graduates into the future

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	Jazlyn  Oberg, Owen Nommowich, Saylor Kieper, and Tia Leindecker graduated in Hononegah High School's Class of 2024.

By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Cheers and applause filled the BMO Center in Rockford as Hononegah Community High School’s Class of 2024 entered into commencement on Saturday, May 25 at the BMO Center in Rockford. HCHS Principal Chad Dougherty gave a warm welcome. Under the direction of Carolyn Frieden the senior […]

 
 

Bee Youtiful Sip and Stitchery opens in Roscoe

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	Owners Brett Casanova-Rini (middle) and Chris Rini (right) are pictured with Roscoe Village President Carol Gustafson (left) during the ribbon cutting at Bee Youtiful Sip and Stitchery’s grand Opening.

    On May 11, Bee Youtiful Sip and Stitchery’s new shop, which focuses on cross stitch, held their grand opening. They are located at 11447 2nd St., Suite 5, in Roscoe.     As people enter the shop, there is a wall of framed pieces that were stitched by owner Brett […]

 
 
 
 
 
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