The Geographer's line along the north boundary of the township was completed on August 10, 1786,[4] marked by the Seven Ranges Terminus, which is now on the National Register of Historic Places.

[5][6] Part of the village of Magnolia is located in northwestern Rose Township.

[7] The township is governed by a three-member board of trustees, who are elected in November of odd-numbered years to a four-year term beginning on the following January 1.

[15] Students attend the Carrollton Exempted Village School District in the eastern part and Sandy Valley Local School District in the center and west part.

[16] From the mid 19th to early 20th century the rural areas were served by schools numbered 1 to 9.