Rockton-Roscoe News: Friday, July 11, 2025
Big race, kids in nature
Today's news from Rockton, Roscoe and South Beloit - from your friends at Rockton-Roscoe News. Scroll down for the latest stories and events, including the Ironman bike race through downtown Rockton.
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Upcoming events
Bird Club
First Friday of the month, 7:30 - 9:00 am, Nature At The Confluence, 306 Dickop Street, South Beloit, IL 61080
Julie Uram
Music: Mixtape Duo at After the Vine
Fri Jul 11, 2025 6 - 9 pm, After the Vine, 181 Hawick Dr. Rockton IL, 61072
Rockton-Roscoe News Staff
Teen Crafternoon at Talcott Library
Friday July 11, 2025, 3:30 - 5:30 pm , Talcott Library 101 E Main St Rockton IL 61072
Harold Bone
Little Science Storytime: Water Protectors
Fridays, June 13-August 1, 2025, 10 a.m., Nature at the Confluence, 306 Dickop St, South Beloit, IL 61080
Julie Uram
Today’s weather
- Friday: Scattered showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 85. South southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
- Friday Night: Scattered showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. South southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
In case you missed it
Rockton-Roscoe News: Wednesday, July 9, 2025
More sweets in Rockton, historic walking tour
Michael McGinnis
Coming Soon: Wicked Sweets by Kate
Since February 2022, Wicked Sweets by Kate LLC has been a “happy hobby” for owner Katelyn Sauberlich.
Harold Bone
Rockton-Roscoe News: Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Bodacious Bouquets, be kind, get your starter started
Michael McGinnis
Death notices for the far Stateline: July 7, 2025
We remember those who are no longer with us in Roscoe, South Beloit, and Rockton.
Michael McGinnis
