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This week in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit: Saturday, July 25, 2025

Rockton-Roscoe News Staff

Rockton-Roscoe News Staff

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This week in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit: Saturday, July 25, 2025
Macktown Warrior Camp week practice. Macktown football still has openings in the 6th and 7th grade levels. Photo/Macktown Junior Warriors

What's happening in Rockton, Roscoe and South Beloit, from the staff of the award-winning Rockton-Roscoe News. More than 35,000 people read our news and events each month. Forward this email to someone else who might not have heard the news.

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This week in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit: Saturday, July 25, 2026

South Beloit’s Summer Shindig adds afternoon market and is calling for vendors
Sobo Athletic Club seeks to expand shindig for its second year with market. Vendors can purchase a 10x10 space for $20.
Rockton-Roscoe NewsAdam Neblock
Death notices for the Stateline: July 22, 2026
We remember those who are no longer with us in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit.
Rockton-Roscoe NewsRockton-Roscoe News Staff
South Beloit Fire Department delivers fast, reliable EMS response in latest report
For South Beloit residents, the message is simple: their fire department is responding quickly, communicating openly, and working hard to earn — and keep — the trust of the community.
Rockton-Roscoe NewsHarold Bone
South Beloit native and local-business owner Laurie Redieske announces candidacy for South Beloit Mayor in 2027
“Together, we can restore South Beloit and build a brighter future for everyone.”
Rockton-Roscoe NewsAdam Neblock
Rotary Ribfest returns July 25 with community competition, scholarship support
The Rockton-Roscoe Rotary Ribfest fires up again on July 25, bringing local fire departments, community members, and plenty of ribs together for a midday fundraiser in South Beloit. The event runs from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Viking Lanes parking lot on Saturday
Rockton-Roscoe NewsRockton-Roscoe News Staff
Shots Fired During Overnight Gathering at Porter Park Saturday night July 18, 2026; No Injuries Reported
Late‑night disturbance at Porter Park escalated into a firearm being discharged early Saturday morning, though no injuries were reported.
Rockton-Roscoe NewsHarold Bone
Community Spotlight: Connecting Through Wellness
Tuesday, July 21st, 2026 Crave Kitchen & Cocktails 3801 N. Perryville Rd Rockford, Il 61114
Rockton-Roscoe NewsLaQuisha Stahl
Rock River Rampage Complete Perfect Season, Claim 2026 NLFL Championship in what was expected to be a more competitive game.
This title continues a long-standing tradition in our region — a lineage of championship-caliber football that stretches across generations and programs.
Rockton-Roscoe NewsHarold Bone
Hononegah Cheer Announces 2026 Captains — And Crowns This Year’s Princess Hononegah
“Don’t only encourage and lead now, do it 10 years down the line.”
Rockton-Roscoe NewsHarold Bone

Letter to the Editor Rockton: What does patriotism look like in our everyday lives?

American Flag waves in the wind. Photo/Rockton-Roscoe News Staff

This letter represents the opinion of the author and not necessarily the position of Rockton-Roscoe News.

Strong spirits: let go

Photo by Paul Pastourmatzis / Unsplash

Detailed rainforest theme artwork at Whitman Post Elementary and Rockton Grade School

RGS Art teacher April Graves was greeted by student Makynli Rowe.

The project was one of several that rounded out the school year in the month of May 2026.

Events

Weather

This Afternoon's Weather

This Afternoon: Mostly sunny, with a high near 93. Heat index values as high as 106. Southwest wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.

Tonight's Weather

Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 76. Heat index values as high as 106. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.

Wednesday's Weather

Wednesday: Sunny, with a high near 92. Heat index values as high as 103. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

Wednesday Night's Weather

Wednesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 76. Heat index values as high as 101. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

Thursday's Weather

Thursday: A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Sunny, with a high near 92. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Thursday Night's Weather

Thursday Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Friday's Weather

Friday: A chance of rain showers before 10am, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly sunny, with a high near 90.

Friday Night's Weather

Friday Night: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 7pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7pm and 1am, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70.

Independence Day's Weather

Independence Day: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 7am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7am and 1pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Partly sunny, with a high near 85.

Saturday Night's Weather

Saturday Night: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 67.

Sunday's Weather

Sunday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Partly sunny, with a high near 83.

Sunday Night's Weather

Sunday Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65.

Monday's Weather

Monday: A slight chance of rain showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 84.

Monday Night's Weather

Monday Night: A slight chance of rain showers before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 64.

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