Vehicle recovered

Rockdale Police recovered a vehicle last Wednesday which had been reported stolen and arrested a 16-year-old juvenile female. Lt. Stephen Goodrich said the vehicle had sustained some damage. He said the juvenile was charged with unauthorized use of motor vehicle and was released to a parent.

MILAM COUNTY JAIL LOG

Here is the Milam County Jail Log for April 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.

SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT

Sheriff Chris White presented awards Monday at Milam County Commissioners Court. From left: Lt. John Mendoza, Sgt. John Vargas, Lt. Bill Behler, Deputy Josh Perez, Sgt. Sam Ferguson, Jail Capt. James Pratt, Capt. Mike Clore, Jail Lt. John Torres, Jail Administrator Doug Veach, Sheriff White.

MILAM COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT CALLS

Calls for the Milam County Sheriff’s Department: April 2—Assist other agency, Sierra Drive, Rockdale area; information, Sierra Drive, Rock-dale area; animal call, US 79, west of Thorndale; arrest made, Jesse Street, Rockdale area; welfare check, CR 354, Gause area; animal call, CR 335, Rock-dale...

RIBBON CUTTING

A ribbon cutting was recently held for a new business Medicare Champions owned and operated by Dametrus Lane, located at 129 West Cameron (US 79). The owner was joined by, her family, partner and friends along with Chamber Board and Ambassadors for the celebration of the new business opening.

ORGANIZATIONS

Historical Society seeks quilts for May 4 exhibit The Rockdale Historical Society will host a quilt exhibit May 4 at the I&GN Historical Depot and is now accepting quilts to display. Anyone interested should contact Gene Stork at 512-446-2551 or Pat Jackson at 512-446-2956.

Activities ahead this spring

There are plenty of upcoming activities in Rockdale. On Saturday we have several things happening. Linwood Acres Garden Club is having their plant exchange at the Chamber from 9 a.m. to 12-noon or when they run out. That night is Place of Hope “Hope Night”, which will be at the KC Hall.

MISD scholarship golf tourney set for Saturday

MILANO NEWS The annual Milano ISD scholarship golf tournament will be held Saturday at Rockdale Country Club. Cost is $75 per player and is a four-person scramble event. The tournament will begin at 8 a.m. with a shotgun start.

Sharing troubles lightens your load

He told me to tell you that Easter Sunday is coming but first we have to confront what we call passion week. Passion in Latin means endure or suffering. Jesus does a lot of that the last week of His life. He goes from hero (Palm Sunday) to zero (Good Friday) and back to hero (Easter morning).

CHURCH NEWS

Holy Week Revival starts April 15 Allen AME Church will host a revival during Holy Week 6:30 p.m., April 15-18. The church will host the Paul Quinn District Worship Service titled “The Last Seven Words” 6 p.m., Friday, April 19. Local pastors will preach throughout the week at 216 E. Third St.