Ole, he always get the last laugh, by gum

(Enjoy this repeat from publisher emeritus,Bill Cooke from April of 2012.) Neighbor Grover sez he has a photographic memory but it just never developed.

Looking back...

10-20-40-100 YEARS AGO 100 YEARS AGO… Carlyle Post 358, American Legion, at a recent meeting determined upon staging a big Fourth of July celebration in Rockdale this year.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Dear editor, This year marks the tenth anniversary of Rockdale Earth Day. Through the years we have evolved and grown, w ith our Annual Day of Community Service being a foundational part of our mission to educate and serve the community on matters germane to the environment.

Safety lessons

Texas recorded a record low number of hunting accidents in 2023, proving that firearm safety training works. It can work for non-hunters too.

Great burger in Cameron and other things

Ilost my virginity last week in a way. For the first time ever, I ate at Tex Miller’s in Cameron. I have always heard of it, but I’d never been until last Thursday. People were surprised that I’d never eaten there.

Place of Hope is a place to support

Last week we spoke of resources available to Milam County Folks when it comes to our children. April is Child Abuse Awareness month and as such it’s important to discuss the existing resources to stop child abuse and to aid children in the foster care system.

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

100 YEARS AGO Dr. C.E. Wisecup, promoter of the Rockdale Golf Club, ask The Reporter to announce that the Fair Park links have been placed in playing condition at last, and that the first try-out of the game will be held Friday afternoon, beginning at 5 o’clock.

Historical events and some funny officers

FALLING FAR FROM THE TREE Getting to see two historical events in the past several days was exciting to me. The re-crowning of the bell tower on The 1895 was so fun to watch. I have to admit I was a little scared for those workers on the roof as the tower was being craned in.

April is Child Abuse Awareness Month

Ihonestly believe one of the best things we could do is to eliminate the need for a Child Abuse Awareness Month, but here we are again.

LOOKING BACK 10-20-40-100 YEARS AGO

10-20-40-100 YEARS AGO 100 YEARS AGO Mrs. Wynette Marrs was hostess for the regular meeting of the Matinee Musical Club last Saturday afternoon. Roll call was answered with current events, and many very interesting topics were discussed and thoroughly enjoyed.