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On December 17, 1872, Roanoke was mapped out and lots were offered for sale.

The plat of Roanoke was composed of 15 blocks and was bounded by Main, Front, Ann and Pleasant Streets. Two years later, (in 1874), Roanoke officially became a "Village" in the State of Illinois. Building began immediately in Roanoke and by the time the railroad was complete the population had increased to three hundred. Henry Frantz put up the first building after the village was laid out, and John Frantz and Jacob Engle also opened stores. The first doctor in the town was Dr. John, who also served several terms as coroner. Fauber and Hall first bought grain in Roanoke, although they never had an elevator. They also dealt in coal. The lumberyard was conducted by Doc Miller but soon after passed into the hands of Phillip Moore, who was one of the pioneers in business life in the vicinity. On August 15, 1874, the first election was held for the purpose of electing six trustees for the Village of Roanoke. To this day, the Village has continually filled those six positions.

01/13/2026

🌱 Moving Forward - Together 🌱

Last night’s planning and design meeting was an inspiring example of what makes Roanoke so special. Thank you to all of the residents who took time out of their evening to attend, share ideas, ask thoughtful questions, and help envision what this new gathering space can become.

The energy in the room was forward-thinking, collaborative, and rooted in a shared love for our community. From creative concepts to practical insights, the conversation reinforced that the best places are shaped when residents help design them together.

A special thank you to Cathy Bilow for facilitating such a welcoming, productive discussion and guiding the group through a meaningful first step in this process.

✨ Want to be involved but couldn’t attend?

If you’re interested in being part of the design and planning committee for this project, we would love to have you.

Please email cathy.accentnature@gmail.com to get involved and stay connected as this exciting project moves forward.

This is just the beginning and we’re excited to keep building a community space that reflects the ideas, values and spirit of Roanoke.

01/13/2026

🌟 Community Development Committee Meeting - Reminder 🌟

A friendly reminder about the upcoming Community Development Committee Meeting. If you care about Roanoke’s future, we’d love to have you join the conversation.

📍 Village of Roanoke - Roanoke Village Hall
📍 102 N. Sixth Street
🗓 Tuesday, January 13, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM

This meeting will include updates and discussion on several important and exciting initiatives.

Strong communities are built when people show up, share ideas, and work together. Whether you’re coming to listen, learn, or contribute, your voice matters.

We hope to see you there! ❤️🤍💙

01/12/2026

💙 A Safer, Healthier Step for Our Community 💙

We’re excited to share some great news for our residents, the Village of Roanoke now has a FREE residential sharps disposal kiosk conveniently located inside the Village Hall entrance. This is another positive step forward in keeping our community safe, clean, and healthy.

This program is part of a countywide initiative led by the Woodford County Health Department, giving residents a responsible and easy way to dispose of medical sharps used at home. Proper disposal protects families, children, pets, public works staff, first responders, and helps keep sharps out of household trash and the environment.

✅ Accepted items include: Needles, syringes, auto-injectors (such as EpiPens), lancets, and other medical sharps.

📍 Approved Sharps Disposal Location

• Village of Roanoke – 102 N 6th St, Suite B (inside Village Hall, Monday– Friday, 8:00 AM–3:00 PM)

This program is made possible through funding provided by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency and we’re grateful for their support.

👏 Thank you to the Woodford County Health Department for being a valued partner in this important public health effort.

Small actions like this make a big difference. We’re proud to be part of a community that looks out for one another, today and for many generations to come.

01/11/2026

Tonight’s sunset over Roanoke stopped us in our tracks. 🌅

A quiet reminder that even in a world filled with noise, division, and far too much hurt, there is still beauty, still peace, still hope.

As the sky settles into calm, may it remind us to slow down, breathe, and be grateful for our families, our friends, and the place we call home. May we choose compassion over anger, unity over division, and light over darkness.

Grateful for this community. Grateful for this moment. Grateful for the reminder that peace always begins close to home. 💛

01/11/2026

🌿 Reminder: Planning & Design Meeting Tomorrow Night 🌿

Have ideas about what you’d love to see at Roanoke’s next community gathering space? This is your chance to help shape it.

The Village is inviting residents, neighbors, and community-minded creatives to come together and help design a new gathering place at the corner of Main Street & Route 116, a space created by the community, for the community.

🗓 Tomorrow -> January 12, 2026
⏰ 6:30 PM
📍 Caleris Cafe & Bakery - 321 N. Main St., Roanoke

This is an open and welcoming meeting. Whether you have big ideas, small suggestions, or just want to listen and learn, your voice matters.

📧 RSVP: cathy.accentnature@gmail.com

✨ Can’t make it but still want to help?

If you’re interested in being part of the design committee but can’t attend tomorrow night, email Cathy, we’d still love your involvement.

Community ideas. Community voices. Community spaces.

We hope to see you tomorrow night as we shape what’s next for Roanoke.

01/10/2026

🌟 Community Development Committee Meeting - You’re Invited!

The Village of Roanoke invites residents, business owners, and anyone who cares about our community’s future to attend the upcoming Community Development Committee Meeting.

📍 Roanoke Village Hall
📍 102 N. Sixth Street
🗓 Tuesday, January 13, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM

This meeting will focus on several exciting initiatives shaping Roanoke’s future:

🎆 Jumbo Days - July 3 & July 4
We’ll discuss planning and next steps for Jumbo Days, a brand-new community celebration happening July 3rd and July 4th. This event is being envisioned as a signature hometown celebration that brings families together while honoring community pride and the United States’ 250th anniversary.

🌳 Community Gathering Place Update
An update on progress, ideas, and next steps for Roanoke’s future community gathering place. A welcoming space designed for connection, events, families, and shared community experiences.

🌟 New Grant Award - Update
The committee will give an update on the newly awarded grant for the Village of Roanoke. Roanoke was selected as one of only six communities in Illinois to receive the Strong Communities Initiative award.

🗣 Any Business Relevant to the Committee
Public input, ideas, and discussion are always welcome.

Strong communities are built when people show up, share ideas, and work together. Whether you’re interested in learning more, offering input, or getting involved, your voice matters.

We hope to see you there! ❤️🤍💙

01/09/2026

🇺🇸 National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day - January 9 🇺🇸

Today, the Village of Roanoke proudly recognizes and thanks the dedicated men and women of the Woodford County Sheriff's Department for their service to our community.

Their commitment to protecting and serving our village does not go unnoticed. Day and night, through all seasons and situations, they show up with professionalism, integrity, and a genuine care for the people who call Roanoke home.

We are grateful for the partnership we share and for the peace of mind their presence provides to our residents, families, and local businesses. Thank you for all you do to keep our community safe.

Please join us in showing appreciation for our law enforcement officers today and every day. 💙🤍

01/09/2026

🚨 ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE 🚨

⚠️ Power lines are down at the intersection of Monroe & Court.

For everyone’s safety, the road is CLOSED and barriers are in place.

• 🚧 Barricades are blocking the roadway
• 🚫 Please avoid the area until further notice
• ⏳ There is no ETA from Ameren at this time

Our Public Works team has secured the area, and we’ll share updates as soon as more information is available. Thank you for your patience and for helping keep our community safe.

01/08/2026

🕰️ Throwback Thursday - A&W & Bechtel’s Family Dining 🍔🥤

Before drive-thrus and delivery apps, this is how small-town dining was done right.

Back in the day, A&W (later Bechtel’s Family Dining) wasn’t just a place to eat, it was an experience. Car hops hustled from window to window, trays hooked onto rolled-down car windows, and ice-cold root beer mugs arrived frosty and overflowing. Families piled into the car, kids pressed their faces to the glass, and dinner felt like an event instead of a chore.

Carry-outs were simple, fast, and full of comfort, burgers, fries, and food that tasted like home. Summer nights meant engines idling, radios playing, and neighbors waving as they pulled in. It was where teens hung out, families gathered, and memories were made one tray at a time.

This was the era when local spots were part of the heartbeat of small town life, where everyone knew your name, and no one was in a rush.

✨ Do you remember the car hops?
✨ Do you remember your Favorite Order?
✨ Any stories from A&W or Bechtel’s you still talk about today?

Drop your memories in the comments and let’s take a ride back in time.

01/07/2026

🌟 Big News for Roanoke - We’ve Been Selected! 🌟

We’re excited to share that the Village of Roanoke has been awarded the Strong Communities Initiative (SCI) grant, an honor given to only 6 communities across Illinois. This is a significant recognition of the strength, commitment, and potential of our village.

Through this initiative, Roanoke will receive a fully funded professional support focused on making our community even stronger, more connected, and better prepared for future opportunities. The program will help us evaluate where we are today and build a clear, actionable roadmap for where we want to go tomorrow, all with a focus on serving residents, supporting local businesses, and planning responsibly for the future.

Most importantly, this investment comes at no cost to local taxpayers. It reflects confidence in Roanoke and our willingness to roll up our sleeves, work together, and continue building a community we’re proud to call home.

Thank you to Compeer Financial and Hometown Consulting for believing in rural communities like ours and investing in their future. And thank you to our residents, volunteers, staff, and leaders, this recognition belongs to all of you.

Roanoke’s best days are ahead, and this is another exciting step forward. 💙🌾

01/06/2026

💙 Community Gratitude Moment - Roanoke Proud 💙

This is what makes Roanoke so special.

We want to extend a sincere thank you to our Village of Roanoke Public Works team for the care, pride, and extra effort they bring to their work every single day. Whether it’s early mornings, cold temperatures, rain, snow, or tasks that go well beyond “the job,” this team consistently shows up with servant hearts and a true commitment to our community.

We also want to say thank you to our residents who take the time to notice, acknowledge, and share appreciation for that hard work. Recognizing others matters. It strengthens our community, lifts spirits, and reminds us that service does not go unseen.

Roanoke is more than a place, it’s people looking out for one another.

Village staff serving with dedication, integrity with servant hearts.

Neighbors reconizing and taking a moment to say “thank you.”

That combination is what makes a small town feel like home. 💛

01/06/2026

🌿 Help Shape Roanoke’s Next Gathering Place 🌿

The Village is inviting residents, neighbors, and community-minded creatives to help design a new gathering space at the corner of Main Street & Route 116, a place built by the community, for the community.

🗓 Planning & Design Meeting: January 12th 2026 at 6:30 PM

📍 Caleris Cafe & Bakery, 321 N. Main St. Roanoke, IL

This is an open, welcoming meeting for anyone interested in sharing ideas, offering input, or being part of the design process for this future public space.

📧 RSVP: Please email cathy.accentnature@gmail.com

✨ Can’t attend but want to help?
If you’d like to be part of the design committee but can’t make the meeting, email Cathy to let her know, we’d still love your involvement.

Community ideas. Community voices. Community space.
If you’re interested in helping shape what’s next for Roanoke, we hope to see you there!

Address

102 N. Sixth Street
Roanoke, IL
61561

Telephone

+13099233661

Website

http://www.roanokeil.org/

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