Salsa Verde

6 tbsp olive oil 3 tbsp capers, drained and coarsely chopped 2 tbsp finely chopped Italian parsley 2 garlic cloves, minced 1-1/2 tsp lemon juice 1/2 tsp finely grated lemon zest 1/8 tsp. kosher salt Pinch of red pepper flakes Combine the ingredients in a small bowl, and whisk to mix well.

Chimichurri Sauce

1/2 cup minced onion 1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 1 tbsp chopped fresh 1 tbsp chopped fresh oregano 1 teaspoon finely grated 1 teaspoon finely grated or minced garlic 1-1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 cup extra-virgin...

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Ex-caseworker pleads ‘not guilty’ to minor sex NEW BOSTON—A former caseworker accused of sexually assaulting a teen she had supervised at a juvenile facility has pleaded not guilty on all charges.

Two hurt, four arrested from pair of brawls

Two connected incidents Friday and Saturday, one in retaliation for the other, sent two people to hospitals and resulted in four arrests, so far, according to Lt. Stephen Goodrich of the Rockdale Police Department. Lt. Goodrich said Rey Rubio Sr.

Suicide suspected in weekend death

Sheriff Chris White said his department is investing the death of a Milano-area man Saturday as a suicide. White said the body of 53-year-old Kevin Reese was discovered between 7 and 8 p.m. on County Road 330. White said an autopsy has been ordered.

MILAM COUNTY JAIL LOG

Here is the Milam County Jail Log for July 21-27. Jail logs list all persons charged with offenses through the county jail docket. Charges may change during the process. Persons are presumed innocent until convicted in a court of law.

Accountability partners

James the brother of Jesus told us in his letter to the Jewish Church to, “…confess your sins to each other and pray for each other…” (James 5:16). Dr. Dustin Benge who is Provost of the Union School of Theology says, “My single most frustration in this life is my own sin.

Let’s make some yummy green stuff

Here are four recipes—all green—that you will love. You know that dipping sauce you dip your bread in at Italian restaurants? So easy to make at home. All you’ll need is some delicious bread. This version is pretty thick so it’s all the easier to slather on bread to your heart’s content.

Melton benefit set for Saturday

A benefit for the Richard Melton family is set for Saturday at Milam County Cowboy Church in Rockdale. This is an outdoor event and guidelines set by the county judge for social distancing will be followed, including asking those in attendance to wear masks.

Historical commission to hold virtual meeting

The Milam County Historical Commission’s virtual meeting will be held from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Monday. Join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone at https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/908358493. Or you may dial in using your phone by calling +1 (408) 650-3123.