My love of Baileys and an embarrassment

You may have already noticed my latest embarrassment on the front page last week. I ran across an old photo of Christmas at The Kay so I posted it to The Reporter’s Facebook page to remind everyone it was coming up.

Milam County moot court a huge success

Last week we held our second annual moot court competition. All five high schools in the county competed, including Buckholts, Cameron, Milano, Rockdale and Thorndale. I wish every citizen of this county could have witnessed these fine, outstanding leaders of tomorrow compete.

Looking back... Through The Reporter Files

100 YEARS AGO… The “Owl” Restaurant, by Messrs. C.H. Landis and J.A. Thomas, was formally opened to the public and the occasion was celebrated by the proprietors by a public reception, the serving of a free lunch to all callers, and by band music by the Rockdale Boys Band.

Holiday addiction

This holiday season has been filled with thankfulness. For the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic began, many of us can gather and celebrate traditions like Thanksgiving and Christmas, among others.

Busy weekend for me and my family

Lordy what a fun, busy weekend it was around town. On Saturday we went to The 1895 to see the Lone Star Jazz Party and market and it was a blast. If you weren’t there you missed three excellent jazz bands, but don’t fret because there will be another one coming up in the spring.

A subscription to the paper for stockings

I remember my dad typing out “homework” from the built-in desk in our home. The drawer to the side always held a ream of yellow typing paper and the IBM electric typewriter sang with the rhythm of a lifelong journalist.

Looking back... Through The Reporter Files

100 YEARS AGO… The first pre-Christmas entertainment was given when Mrs. Ben Lowenstein Jr. opened her spacious home “Waldeck” to the San Souci Club and other guests. The entire lower floor was brilliant with holly berries, poinsettias and narcissi. Forty-two was played throughout the afternoon.

Thanks to sportswriter

Dear editor, I just wanted to say thank you to Wynton Thomason for his coverage of our Thorndale ISD athletic programs. With such a large number of teams here in Milam County, I know Wynton will be in attendance when he can and will include all game results submitted to him if space is available.

Alzheimer’s

We all know someone dealing with Alzheimer’s or someone caring for a loved one with the disease. Here are some good tips from alz.org. You can provide some extra cheer for those living with Alzheimer’s and for their caregivers as well this season. Here are some gifting ideas to help you get started.

I was a radio star for 20 minutes

Last Wednesday morning I was invited to be on Judge Steve Young’s radio show on KMIL. I had never been on the radio before so I was a little nervous. Had a bit of an upset stomach when I woke up that day. At my age I’m not one for dressing up. Comfort before style in my world.