Crossroads bible study slated for June 14

Crossroads Bible Church will host a 12-week Sunday evening bible study entitled The Basics of the Christian Life. The study will begin Sunday, June 14 at 6:30 p.m. in the fellowship hall A workbook will be provided for attendees. Call 832-661-4911 for more information.

Simple ways individuals can help make communities safer

Thriving communities tend to share certain characteristics. Communities that are inclusive and encourage participation by all residents tend to thrive, as do those where there are opportunities to grow, both professionally and personally. Safety is another common component of thriving communities.

NEWSBRIEFS

Blood Drive June 14th at St. Paul Lutheran THORNDALE—Baylor Scott & White Blood Center will hold a blood drawing from 8 a.m. to 12-noon Sunday, June 14, at St. Paul Lutheran Church and School in Thorndale. Donors will receive a “Toucan Too” T-shirt. A photo ID is required to donate.

Gambling raid nets charges

The Milam County Sheriff’s Department, along with Cameron police raided what was termed an “illegal gaming room” at the Milam Plaza Shopping Center in Cameraon on Friday. Sheriff Chris White said authorities seized numerous gambling machines and over $9,000 in cash. One arrest was made.

THANKS FIREFIGHTERS

The Rockdale Volunteer Fire Department recently received a gift basket from Rockdale Walmart, part of the store’s community appreciation work. RVFD Lt. John Villarreal accepted the gift at Walmart. It was presented by Melissa Dovalina (R), local store manager, and Walmart associate Terrace Mitchell.

Seven arrests during week for Rockdale police

Rockdale Police made seven felony arrests during the past week as follows: • Gina Marie Cavazos, 49, Rockdale, possession of controlled substance (less than one gram), in custody on $5,000 bond.

MILAM COUNTY JAIL LOG

Here is the Milam County Jail Log for June 2-8. 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.

FOOD DISTRIBUTION

The Central Texas Food Bank returned to the KC Hall parking lot Thursday for the first of two twice-monthly visits in June. The Thursday distribution served 599 individuals in 253 households, according to Pam Warren, spokesperson. Social distancing was observed and workers wore masks.

FFA WINNERS

Taking the top awards from last month’s Future Farmers of America Awards announcement at Rockdale High School were: (L-R) Maddy Moody, outstanding member; Emma Roberts, star chapter farmer; Ryan Luckey, star greenhand. Awards were announced online due to the COVID-19 situation.

ORGANIZATIONS

Pack Pals and Crossroads Bible Church distribute meals Crossroads Bible Church, in collaboration with Pack Pals, will begin distributing meals every Wednesday evening from 5 to 7 p.m. while supplies last. Families will receive a week’s worth of meals for each child in the family.