BLAST OFF...FINALLY
MARC clients explore history of NASA, Twitter with astronauts while in orbit
There were many nerves around the NASA community when the shuttle Endeavour crew was on the launch pad for the sixth time on July 15. There were sighs of relief when the shut tle launched from Kennedy Space Center Launch Pad in Cape Canaveral, Florida, none bigger than the ones from clients at Rockdale's MARC Opportunity Center. Full Story
Let's face it, Facebook is addicting
I was one of the last holdouts of my "group." I said I was not going to be on MySpace or Facebook. I was also not going to learn to text on my cellphone. I distinctly remember saying that. Well, I now have a MySpace page, which I never use, and I am still completely indignant when it comes to texting. Full Story
A PEARL OF A PARTY
It was just that—a pearl of a party—Friday evening at the Patterson Civic Center when almost 100 people turned out to honor Pearlie Mack (center) with a surprise 78th birthday party. Pearlie and Obie Mack (right with microphone, paying tribute to his wife) will be married 60 years in November. "We had so many helping with the planning it was a miracle that she didn't get wind of it," Obie Mack said. The event was complete with a lavish buffet meal served up by family and friends. Surrounding the honoree (above L-R) were the couple's children: Linda Thomason of Fort Worth, Melissa Murray of Dallas, Larry Mack (behind Pearlie) of San Antonio, Brenda Teler of Hurst, Peggy Payne of Watauga (near Fort Worth) and Willie Ben Mack of Denton. Each gave a spoken tribute to their mother. Gospel soloists were Flower Gipson, Wendell Tyler and Pastor Roderick D. Jackson of New Hope Baptist Church. Praiser dancers were Vera Rivers and Deborah Crawford. Full Story
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Taken from community calendars. For additions, call 446-5838. Birthdays July 23—Bertha Moore, Corey McIrvin, Denise Gerren, Richard Strelsky, Hunter Hilton. July 24—Ashley Anne Gongora, Buddy Atchley, Billy Gonzalez, Laurene Shumaker, Joyce Bayless. Full Story
90TH BIRTHDAY
More than 100 family, friends and former customers of Belle and Jim Greer attended Mrs. Greer's 90th birthday party, held at Patterson Civic Center in Rockdale on Sunday, July 12. The Greers owned and operated The Fabric Shop, a popular downtown business, for 30 years. Here, the honoree (seated) is greeted by Faye Davidson. Jim's sister, 92, came from Lubbock. Attendees also came from Rockport, Fort Worth, Austin, San Antonio, Lampasas, as well as Rockdale and surrounding communities. Full Story
'Sound of Music' production near
A cast and crew of more than 60 people have been working hard this summer to stage one of Broadway's most beloved musicals: "The Sound of Music." The show, produced by Milam Community Theatre, opens 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, at Cameron ISD's Performing Arts Center. Other performances are set for 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. Full Story
ENGAGED—
ENGAGED—Brenten Clyde Jones of Rockdale and Stephanie Dawn Tomascik of Buckholts have announced their engagement. The prospective groom is the son of Kenny and Kim Leschber and Stephen Jones of Rockdale. The bride-elect is the daughter of John and Ruth Tomascik of Buckholts. Brenten is a 2003 Rockdale High School graduate and a 2007 graduate of Texas A&M University. He is employed with H-E-B Retail Support Center in San Antonio. Stephanie is a 2004 graduate of Buckholts High School and attended Blinn College. She is employed as a veterinarian technician in Schertz. An Oct. 3, 2009, wedding is planned at First Baptist Church in Rockdale. Full Story
WEATHER
Rockdale records are recorded at the studios of KRXT radio Full Story
STORK REPORT
Beth and John Driskill announce the birth of a son, Cannon Rober t, on July 10, 2009, at Seton Hospital in Austin, weighing 8 pounds, 9 ounces and measuring 21 inches long. He is welcomed by brothers Keller and John Paul. Grandparents are Bob and Geri Burnett of Rockdale, Debbie and John Driskill and great-grandmother Bernice Woolery, all of Austin. Full Story
MILESTONES
Marriage Licenses Colby Martinez and Christi Goldsborough. David Rhoades and Robin Reed. Jason Hibbeler and Gerilyn Bristow. Divorce Granted Betty Chandler and Michael Chandler. Full Story
Local hero
Our Local Hero this week is Ramona Barlow. Mrs. Barlow is a retired teacher who taught history at Rockdale Junior High for 25 years. With such an interest in history, once she retired she continued what she loved, working with history. She is the archivist for the Depot, the Library, and Homecoming. Full Story
Mantey-Svrcek vows given at Peace Lutheran Church
Stephanie Le Ann Mantey, daughter of Kenneth and Donna Mantey of Rockdale, and Dustin Wayne Svrcek, son of David and Janet Svrcek of Rockdale, were married May 23, 2009, at Peace Lutheran Church in Rockdale. The bride is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Darvin Mantey and Royce Barber, all of Rockdale. Full Story
MEMORIAL GIFTS
Call additions or corrections to The Reporter, 446-5838. • American Cancer Society, Gaye Bland, memorial chair, PO Box 1630, Rockdale TX 76567. Full Story
Milano Opry draws 150
MILANO NEWS
Milano Opry's July performance was held Saturday night at the high school cafetorium with more than 150 in attendance. Great music concessions were enjoyed by all. The next show is set for Saturday, Aug. 15 back at the high school. Full Story
Tiny molecule may douse colon cancer
Repeated inflammation that leads to colon cancer may have met its match. A tiny molecule found in most plant-based foods douses the flames before damaging lesions can form in the colon, according to a study by Texas AgriLife Research scientist Dr. Nancy Turner. Full Story
QUOTES
"When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive—to breathe, to think, to enjoy, to love. Full Story
Theater group to stage 'Sound of Music'
More than three score actors, actresses, singers, dancers, musicians and backstage workers have converged on Cameron this summer to stage one of Broadway's most beloved shows: "The Sound of Music." "They've come from all over," said Bill Whitmire, president of Milam Community Theatre who is stage-managing the show. "People want to be a part of this show. Full Story
Columnist enjoys first 'Harry Potter' experience
GAUSE NEWS
I had a nice 68th birthday celebration last weekend. Wayne took me to dinner Friday night and then Saturday morning, July 18 (my birthday), I went to Bryan with grandsons Connelly and Cameron Cooper and my daughter Kelly to see the latest Harry Potter movie. This was a first, as I haven't read any of the books or seen any of the movies. Full Story
Buckholts SPJST gets top marker
Buckholts SPJST Lodge No. 15's Hall has quite a history. The current hall, the third, was built in 1936 after thieves burned dow n the prev ious one in an attempt to distract the population of Buckholts while they attempted to rob the bank. Full Story
Do your part for the environment—use $1 presidential coins
CONSUMER TIPS
Did you know that by using the new $1 Presidential Coin instead of the paper bill, you can help our country save millions of dollars? The lifespan of the new presidential coins is estimated to be 30 years. Even if they are eventually removed from circulation, all of the materials in the coin can be melted down and used again for new coins or other products. Full Story
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