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Boys take sixth
Congratulations to the Hononegah Boys Bowling Team for their sixth place finish at the IHSA State Finals in O’Fallon last weekend! It was a fantastic season. Way to go, boys!
The Herald
Rockton Yeti Fest adding new events; Galentine’s Day and Wander at the Wetlands offering options for winter fun
By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Snow has been falling in late January; just in time to welcome back winter events in the stateline. Join in a full evening to “Wander at the Wetland” and to take part in a full moon snowshoe and hike on Monday evening, Feb. 6 from 4:30 […]
Willowbrook Middle School students, staff honor and celebrate 80th birthday of one who goes above and beyond
By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Students and staff at Willowbrook Middle School (WMS) lined the halls of the school on Jan 6., ready to surprise Mr. Merel Wilson. After he finished his bus route Wilson was greeted with a surprise birthday hallway walk; with WMS Principal Jacqui Thompson leading Mr. Wilson […]
Rockton firefighters battle blaze at vacant South Beloit home
Rockton Firefighters were called to a house fire at 4:43 a.m. on Dec. 29. The fire was located in the 1500 block of Center Street in South Beloit. Initial reports from dispatch indicated the home was vacant. The Fire Chief arrived and reported a working fire in the rear of […]
First place bowlers
Saturday at Don Carter Lanes Rockford, the Hononegah Lady Indians varsity bowling team took first place at the Rockford East invite by 93 pins. The lady Indians shot 5955 for six games, a 198.5 average. Leading the team was senior Madison Davenport with 1397, (232.8 average) and high game of […]
Rockton Lions Club spread Christmas cheer through Wimpy’s Fund
By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Every year at Christmastime the Rockton Lions Club continues to carry on a long time tradition of giving through Wimpy’s Fund, making the Christmas season brighter for local families. On Saturday, Dec. 17, special deliveries were made to various homes. Numerous volunteers from the Rockton Lions […]
2022 Rockton Christmas Walk created true spirit of the season
By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Rockton’s 38th annual Christmas Walk created the true spirit of the Christmas season with three days loaded with activities. Fun for everyone was offered from Friday Dec. 2 until Sunday, Dec. 4. Sounds of the season started at the Rockton Municipal Center, (Village Hall) where Christmas […]
Bowlers take first
Dec. 3 at the Cherry Bowl the Hononegah Indians varsity girls bowling team finished 1st at the Jefferson Invite. The team scored 3011 pins in the morning session led by junior Cassidy Davenport who finished 3rd individually with a 649 series. Teammate sophomore Emilee Mullranin was right behind her with a 255 […]
Launch party reveals new logo for ‘Downtown Rockton’ businesses
By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Small businesses are the backbone of every community. The Village of Rockton started off this year with a special event on Nov. 26, in celebration of Small Business Saturday and a new branding for downtown Rockton. In the parking lot of Rockton Food and Spirits a […]
38th annual Christmas Walk introducing fun new events; keeping traditions alive
By Marianne Mueller REPORTER It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas as decorations are being placed in parks and around the community in preparation for the 38th annual Rockton Christmas Walk. Three days of Christmas cheer and action are planned for Dec. 2, 3 and 4. The Gem Shop […]
