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Rockton-Roscoe News: Thursday, Apr. 10, 2025

Macktown at night, Rockton Fire, Roscoe restaurants

Apr 10, 2025 — 4 min read

Burns Night at Macktown, 2022

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Macktown Living History is considering a new fall event, Macktown After Dark, open to a limited number of adults by advance purchase only. With volunteers to highlight each building, attendees would experience the unique atmosphere of the lit-up buildings at night. What do you think? Share your comments on Facebook or by email to help them gauge interest and gather suggestions.
The Rockton Fire Protection District is seeking a candidate for their Board of Trustees, to serve a two-year term beginning in June. Trustees meet on the second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. Interested candidates shall provide a valid driver’s license with proof of residency (within the fire district boundaries) and a signed letter of interest with contact information. Submissions must be turned in by mail or in person no later than May 9, 2025.
Roscoe Restaurant Week runs from April 11 to April 19, with special menu items and prices from fan favorites such as Louie's Tap House, Firehouse Pub, Sophia's, Jessica's, Mary's Market, Poison Ivy Pub and Whiskey Hotel Barbecue. Get your punch card punched at every restaurant you visit for a chance to win fantastic prizes.

Thursday: A 30 percent chance of showers, mainly before 11am. Patchy fog before 10 a.m. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a high near 47. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Thursday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 33. North northeast wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 15 mph.
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