About Us:

Rock County is home to the City of Bassett and Village of Newport with a combined population of 1,526 citizens.  

Located south east of the City of Bassett are the Rock County Public Schools, which includes two rural schools - Pony Lake and Rose.  There are seven churches in the area including two rural churches, also locacted S.E. of the City of Bassett.  

Rock County is known for its twin lakes and beautiful Niobrara River which borders the north side of the county.  There you will find great fishing and public access for hunting.  We also have a golf course, swimming pool and a county owned airport.  Rock County is also well known for it's Ranch Expo, held every June.