If dictionaries were much more honest

Dictionaries are our friends whether they be books or online. I know I use them all the time to look up word meanings and spellings. They give us the most succinct answer possible as a rule. Here’s what would happen if they were very honest.

Milam County vaccination incentive for children

Today, the Milam County Commissioners Court took a historic action by unanimously voting to award each Milam County child between the ages of 12 and 17 a monetary incentive of $250 per child to get fully vaccinated.

Looking back...

10-20-40-100 YEARS AGO 100 YEARS AGO... Someone unknown blew up the city dipping vat, situated about one mile from town on Hicks Road. Dynamite was the explosive used and a complete job was made of it.

‘We did it, Class of 2021’

This is the valedictory speech delivered by Arianna Eastridge at Rockdale High School graduation Friday: Good evening. My name is Arianna Eastridge and I am this year’s valedictorian.

‘Nice while it lasted’

This is the salutatory speech delivered by Kaitlyn Rash at Rockdale High School graduation Friday: Before I begin I would like to welcome all of the beloved friends and family who are here tonight, and to the staff welcome back.

Mr. Cecil Lopez to the rescue, as always

We Cookes know how to do a few things. We know how to put out an award winning newspaper, we know how to do some gardening and cooking, we know how to volunteer and promote. All of us used to know how to play tennis, and all, except me, were very good at it.

Now is the time to find work in Milam County

Right now in Central Texas there are over 44,000 jobs to be filled. Probably the most ever. However, with unemployment benefits ending for most on June 26, there will be a lot of people back in the job market. If you are interested in find a job, this is the time to do so.

Looking back... Through The Reporter Files

100 YEARS AGO... Rockdale’s five-day Chautauqua begins Saturday of this week and all will be in readiness for the first number Saturday afternoon.

4-H spotlight shines on area high school grads

During the month of May and June, we are highlighting Milam County 4-H graduates of 2021. We are so proud of these youth as they have worked very hard, for most of them, over 10 years in 4-H. They have competed in numerous competitions and have gained life skills they will use their entire life.

Summer tomato recipes: Cracker Salad and Garlic Fried

We’ve been eating some good tomatoes lately, and the ones we’re growing in the backyard will be ready soon. I’m ready for a tomato sandwich and more BLTs. I ran across this tomato salad recipe the other day and it looks good and has all the flavors of a tomato sandwich so I’m sure it’s good.