Trust God with stress

Iwas around some medical professionals the other day and the topic of stress came up. One of them asked, “How do you handle stress?” One person in the group went with the Sunday school answer and said, “They prayed the Rosary.” I’m not Catholic so that doesn’t help me.

Speak to people words that bring life

The fifth chapter of the book of Acts describes how followers of Jesus were adding many believers because of the signs and wonders being performed and by healing multitudes of people.

Doing your part by voting in elections

In the next few weeks, we have the chance to be counted – again. Early Voting for City, School Board, and an ESD Election are about to begin with Election Day being May 6. SO, in the next few weeks you will be able to go out and make a difference in your communities and in the whole of Milam County.

Looking back... 10-20-40-100 YEARS AGO

100 YEARS AGO… The city council met in regular session and transacted routine business. Tom Marrs and Branch Lewis, two newly-elected aldermen, qualified and organization of the body for the ensuing year was effected. Marrs was elected Mayor Pro Tem.

Things that may or may not be true

These landed in my email and are not guaranteed, although plausible. I’d say whoever researched this has too much time on his hands, and maybe a great imagination. • During WWII, U.S. Airplanes were armed with belts of ammo, which they would shoot during dogfights and on strafing runs.

Local control under attack in Austin

Sweeping preemption bills are overreaching, lazy lawmaking that would hobble cities We’ve heard Texas lawmakers complain that cities should stay in their own lanes and not veer into policies and issues that should rest with the state.

Looking back...

100 YEARS AGO… A bill in the Texas legislature approved and filed by the governor included the measure fixing the maximum speed of motor vehicles on country highways at 35 miles per hour against the present 25 miles per hour limit. The bill will become effective June 12.

New VSOs and more in Milam County

This week Milam County welcomed our new Veterans Service Officers. Last year, during the county budgeting process, the Veterans Service Office (VSO) was cut from the budget. The reason for this cut was due to the low usage rate of the service.

Gambling in Texas?

Could gambling come to Texas? It’s a long shot in this term Will the Legislature allow Texas voters to decide on casino gambling and sports betting? Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick holds the important cards. Patrick is president of the Texas Senate and the most powerful legislative force in the state.

How dare you insult my dog like that

FALLING FAR FROM THE TREE Had kind of a shock at the doctor on Friday that I didn’t see coming. I have diabetes. After receiving the diagnosis and then thinking about it for a few days I am now not at all surprised. Since I moved back to Rockdale my diet has not been a healthy one.