Rockton-Roscoe News: Friday, July 4, 2025
Shirland parade, drive in movie by the carload, maybe showers


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- Shirland, Illinois: where you'll find home-grown patriotic celebrations. The July 4 parade begins at 10 a.m., with Stumpy's 5K Run/1K Walk at 7 a.m.

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Upcoming events
Independence Day
Fri Jul 4, 2025

The Drive 815: Miracle
Sat July 5, 2025, 6:30 pm, Rockton Athletic Fields 12801 Old River Road Rockton IL, 61072

South Beloit City Council Meeting
Mon July 7 2025, 5:00 pm, South Beloit City Hall, 519 Blackhawk Blvd, South Beloit, IL 61080

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Today’s weather
- Friday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 90. Heat index values as high as 95. South wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 15 mph.
- Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 70. South wind around 5 mph, with gusts as high as 15 mph.
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