Support thanks after ‘missed’ Memorial Day

Dear editor, It’s a shame that COVID-19 stole much of the limelight from Rockdale and Milam County’s usual Memorial Day honors and activities. I know that the Rockdale’s ISD students and local veterans groups miss honoring the veterans by their memorial flag placements in the three city cemeteries.

The reason my Mom refuses to eat corn

This may be my final column because if Mom doesn’t kill me then Lee Lee Parsley probably will. Next week my food column is going to be about corn because I’m starting to see fresh corn in the grocery store, and who doesn’t need another corn recipe?

Rich history of law enforcement in sheriff’s office

Milam County has a rich tradition of service from an excellent sheriff’s office.

Class of ‘20: Something special

This is the valedictory speech delivered by Madeline Moody in the virtual Rockdale High School graduation Friday: I’d like to start off by thanking some people.

Don’t take time for granted

This is the salutatory speech delivered by Whitley Boyd in the virtual Rockdale High School graduation Friday: “Isn’t it funny how day by day nothing changes, but when you look back, everything is different.” Four years ago, I quoted novelist, C.S. Lewis during eighth grade promotion.

America needs to straighten out its racism

How did we end up in this situation? Blatant racism in the news every day. I’m seeing my black friends on social media and my heart cries out for them. Especially the ones with sons. America is in a bad place where racism is concerned. But how can this be?

Milam County comes together for graduates

Last Friday evening I witnessed a community of people come together during a pandemic to celebrate the graduating youth of our community. I witnessed a fine group of educational administrators work to ensure that the attendees were properly screened, distanced and that face coverings were worn.

Looking back... 10-20-40-100 YEARS AGO

100 YEARS AGO.... Internal Revenue Service Agent Capt. T. R. Stevic raided a Thorndale residence and found a large quantity of illegal alcohol (Prohibition had started) plus items believed related to the manufacture of alcohol.

Milam 4-H’ers in the spotlight

This spring, we are highlighting our Milam County 4-H seniors graduating in 2020. We are so proud of these youth as they have worked very hard, for most of them, over 10 years in 4-H. They have competed in numerous competitions and have gained life skills they will use their entire lives.

Side dishes with something-something

Sometimes I just want to eat a piece of protein simply cooked with salt and pepper. Maybe a little fresh garlic or garlic powder. Chicken breasts, boneless pork loin chops, even a hamburger patty. But when I do I like to step the sides up a little.