Looking back...

10-20-40-100 YEARS AGO 100 YEARS AGO… Carlyle Post No. 358, American Legion has its lines all laid and plans working out nicely looking to the biggest Fourth of July celebration ever staged in Rockdale.

Where’s the beef on property tax reform?

This week I want to revisit a subject we’ve talked about before, but one that deserves another look as we get closer to the next legislative session: property tax reform. Every election cycle, candidates start talking about property taxes.

More funnies from Ashley McKee Karl

Ileave Saturday for my week vacation in Galveston, and I am so ready to go. Brother Ken will be here taking my place while I’m gone, and I thank him for stepping in. Christine will also be in town while I’m away. I don’t know if Ken is going to put her to work or not.

Water

The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) regularly engages in an extensive strategic effort resulting in the State Water Plan.

The 11th Commandment

Jim R., a Christian youth counselor, gave me permission to share his following testimony: We had a kid at camp who was just one of those kids: hyperactive, talking when you’re not supposed to, getting into mischief, saying inappropriate things at the inappropriate times.

Are you an A+ student?

“I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.” (Philippians 4:13) Itaught on the Parable of the Sower on Sunday (Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23) not too long ago.

Honoring all who gave their lives

This past weekend was Memorial Day weekend, and as the Nurse and I made the rounds to the various events across Milam County, I found myself both proud and disappointed at the same time.

Forecast

Although indicators are somewhat mixed, the US economy generally continues to demonstrate modest growth even when confronted with significant challenges. Labor market performance has remained relatively stable and capital investment continues (particularly in data centers and AI).

Looking back...

100 YEARS AGO County Engineer Mitchell was here from ae3ron Tuesday looking into the matter of removal of poles of the Texas Power and Light Company’s high line from the new highway right-of-way west of town.

An injury and a very old dog

We are keeping Noelia’s very old dog, Che s t e r, f o r a while. He will lie in bed for two full days and then he wants to go for a walk on the third day. Saturday was the third day, so we went walking.