FIRE CALLS

Responded to: • Shady Grove RV Park for a trailer on fire on Oct. 23 at 7:14 p.m. • The 7000 block of North FM 487 for a two-vehicle accident with injuries on Oct. 24 at 1:21 p.m. • CR 333 at CR 335 for a brush fire on Oct. 24 at 6:31 p.m.

STORE OPENING

Today (Thursday) the new Dollar Tree will be open at 9 a.m. Workers have been getting ready for weeks. This photo was taken last Thursday of employees unloading a truck full of goods to stock the store. The store is located next to Walmart on West US 79.

Early voting off to a good start

Early voting for the 2024 election started Monday and Milam County is off to a great start with over 1,500 people voting the first day. Early voting goes through Friday, November 1.

Rainwater harvesting class at POSGCD

Post Oak Savannah Groundwater Conservation District (POSGCD) announces a free Rainwater Harvesting 101 class presented by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension on Sat., Nov. 9, from 9 to 11 a.m. The class will cover how to capture and utilize rainwater, offering tips on system setup and water conservation.

CARNIVAL

The 2024 Rockdale Fair & Rodeo was another huge success and the Fair Association promises the 2025 Fair will be even bigger and better. Attendees enjoyed near perfect weather for the youth auction, cookoff, food and fun. More Fair photos on page 8A.

City receives prestigious scenic city certification

The City of Rockdale was presented with Scenic City Certification on Thursday, October 10th in Houston, at an event held in conjunction with the Texas Municipal League’s Annual Conference.

EXCELLENT

The Rockdale High School Big Blue Band competed at the UIL Regional Competition in Giddings on Saturday and received a Division 2 (Excellent) rating. “We couldn’t be more proud of the student’s work creating such an incredible show,” said Director of Bands Andrew Quinn.

QUICK LOOK

Senior Expo is Tuesday, Oct. 29, from 8 a.m. top 1 p.m. at the Yards of Cameron. This event is held for senior citizens and their families to receive resources to help them navigate through this time in their lives.

Chicken, ribs and cube steak

Kyle’s Kitchen We had some really nice weather for the Fair last week, but I’m not sure how long it’s going to last. Here’s an Italian chicken recipe which makes a gravy, so mashed potatoes would be good with it.

ORGANIZATIONS

Garden Club seeks new members Linwood Acres Garden Club meets at 10:30 a.m. on the second Wednesday of each month at Becky’s Sandwich Shop, 2148 US 77, in Rockdale.