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Rockton-Roscoe News: Friday, July 4, 2025

Shirland parade, drive in movie by the carload, maybe showers

Michael McGinnis

Jul 4, 2025 — 3 min read

Photographic evidence: in the past, the Shirland Fourth of July parade has included ladies dressed in chicken suits reminding everyone to "Eat More Pork."

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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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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.