Master Gardners blossom

Little River Basin Master Gardener Association awarded 10-year service pins, during its July meeting in Gause, to: (left to right): Marilyn Johnson of Thorndale, Jennifer Lazarow of Minerva, JoAnn Bradford and James Bradford of Rockdale.

Place of Hope donation

Kenny Svrcek and Tom Alejandro of the Rock-dale Knights of Columbus presented a donation over $400 to Mary Ross of the Rockdale Place of Hope Center early this year. Submitted photo

TOP BUSINESS

—Oak Leaf Bakery & Diner, corner of Bell and Main, has been named Business of the Month for August by the Rockdale Chamber of Commerce. Owner Suzie Turner was on hand to receive the banner from Chamber Chair Cassidy Paschall as Chamber officers ambassadors and customers looked on.

Senator to speak at Summit

The Milam and Burleson Counties Groundwater Summit is quickly approaching. This event has been set for Wednesday, Aug. 14, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. “All are welcome to attend,” Doug Box, spokesman for the Post Oak Savanna Groundwater Conservation Distinct, said.

Texas sales tax holiday Aug. 9-11

Whether you’re in need of notebooks, rulers or running shoes, Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar is reminding shoppers they can save money on those and other items during the state’s sales tax holiday on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 9-11.

2019 4-H Banquet slated for Sept. 8th

MILAM 4-H NEWS The annual 4-H Banquet will be held at 3 p.m. Sept. 8, at the Yoe High School Performing Arts Center in Cameron. We will be awarding and recognizing our 4-H sponsors and leaders as well as our 4-H members.

Choosing a backpack

MICAH HOLCOMBE Milam County Extension Agent It’s that time of year again—back-to-school. Many parents and children prepare for that first day of school by doing some back-to-school shopping, which often involves buying new clothing, pens, pencils, paper, markers, etc.