NEW BOARD— Rockdale Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center has a new board of directors who were introduced last Thursday at The Ranch when the annual Chamber Awards were presented. From left to right, Terry Richter, Steve Ammons, Eric Paulsen, Georgia Marshall, Taylor Earl, Monique Gebhart, Rebecca Luckey, Steve Laukhuf, Tim Kelty and Braden Wallis.

NEW BOARD— Rockdale Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center has a new board of directors who were introduced last Thursday at The Ranch when the annual Chamber Awards were presented. From left to right, Terry Richter, Steve Ammons, Eric Paulsen, Georgia Marshall, Taylor Earl, Monique Gebhart, Rebecca Luckey, Steve Laukhuf, Tim Kelty and Braden Wallis.

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NEW BOARD

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Wed, 07/15/2026 - 13:13
NEW BOARD
FIFA World Cup fun facts

FIFA World Cup fun facts

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FIFA World Cup fun facts

Riding The Pine Nathan Flores
Wed, 07/08/2026 - 11:44
Unless you have been living under a rock these last few weeks, I’m sure you couldn’t help but...
Homer Mowdy accepts Chamber Ambassador of the Year from Tim Kelty.

Homer Mowdy accepts Chamber Ambassador of the Year from Tim Kelty.

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Chamber of Commerce announces 2026 award winners Thursday night

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The annua l Chamber Awards were presented Thursday night at The Ranch and the winners are as follows: Chamber Ambassador of the Year, Homer Mowdy. Outstanding Customer Experience Award, Run Florist Run. Automotive Excellence Award, Coop’s Tire Shop. Trusted Financial Partner, Classic Bank.

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BIBLE SCHOOL— Springfield Baptist Church held Vacation Bible School last week with over 50 kids taking part. On Friday they ended the week with a western wear day.

BIBLE SCHOOL— Springfield Baptist Church held Vacation Bible School last week with over 50 kids taking part. On Friday they ended the week with a western wear day.

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BIBLE SCHOOL

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News from Lucy Hill Patterson Memorial Library

News from Lucy Hill Patterson Memorial Library

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News from Lucy Hill Patterson Memorial Library

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At First Friday Coffee last Friday at the library some interesting archives were presented.

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Sports

Lady Tigers release volleyball schedule

Lady Tigers release volleyball schedule

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Lady Tigers release volleyball schedule

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Wed, 07/15/2026 - 13:13
The Rockdale Lady Tigers have released their 2026 volleyball schedule, which features a pair of...

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Columns & Opinions 

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LOOKING BACK

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10-20-40-100 YEARS AGO  100 YEARS AGO Operators interested in the possibilities of deep oil in...

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The American Dream

—the Dallas Morning News Editorial Board
Wed, 07/15/2026 - 13:13
Many long generations of Americans have seen their children fare better than themselves.
Passive or active

Passive or active

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Passive or active

He Told Me To Tell You That Ken Ansell
Wed, 07/15/2026 - 13:13
“And do not be grieved, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.” (Nehemiah 8:10) Hard is no fun.

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Lifestyle 

Kyle’s Kitchen

Kyle’s Kitchen

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Summery sheet pan chicken

Kyle Cooke
Wed, 07/15/2026 - 13:13
Here’s an easy, summery Greek chicken dish with a dressing called ladolemono.
MURAL

MURAL

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MURAL

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Wed, 06/17/2026 - 10:34
Members of the ‘Big House Texas’ youth camp, aligned with the statewide United Methodist Church,...

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ORGANIZATIONS

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Liberty community homecoming ahead Everyone is invited to the annual Liberty Homecoming...

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Obituaries 

Hall

Hall

Hall

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Wed, 07/15/2026 - 13:13
Mr. Hall Jerry Wayne Hall, 82, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2026. Jerry was born on Oct.
Johnson

Johnson

Johnson

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Wed, 07/08/2026 - 11:44
Mr. Johnson Paul Vann Johnson of Rockdale passed away on July 4, 2026, at the age of 66.
Harris

Harris

Harris

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Wed, 07/08/2026 - 11:44
Mrs. Harris TEMPLE—Linda Harris, 79, of Temple left this life peacefully on July 2, 2026.

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