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MEET THE BAND DIRECTOR— About 60 people welcomed new band director Samuel W. Long, Jr. on Monday night at RHS. Long is shown here with students Destinee Bluford (left) and Annabelle Henderson.

MEET THE BAND DIRECTOR— About 60 people welcomed new band director Samuel W. Long, Jr. on Monday night at RHS. Long is shown here with students Destinee Bluford (left) and Annabelle Henderson.

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MEET THE BAND DIRECTOR

News Staff
Wed, 07/16/2025 - 09:53
—About 60 people welcomed new band director Samuel W. Long, Jr. on Monday night at RHS. Long is shown here with students Destinee Bluford (left) and Annabelle Henderson.

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103 attend Appelt reunion on June 1

Linda Ward
Wed, 07/16/2025 - 09:53
On June 1, 2025, 103 family members gathered for the 61st Appelt Family Reunion at Appelt’s Hill Hall in Hallettsville. They enjoyed a delicious meal of stew, sausage, potatoes and green beans prepared by Tommy Macha and his family, along with side dishes and desserts brought by the members.

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Peace Lutheran Church celebrates Martin Luther’s 500th anniversary

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Wed, 07/16/2025 - 09:53
Peace Lutheran Church is celebrating the 500th wedding anniversary of Martin Luther and Kathar ina von Bora which established an example of Christian marriage. Their partnership embodied mutual respect, faithful companionship, hospitality and spiritual ministry.
Noah Bradley and Abigail Bradley teaching robotics to Cloverbuds Anna Kroeger and Briggs Berry.

Noah Bradley and Abigail Bradley teaching robotics to Cloverbuds Anna Kroeger and Briggs Berry.

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FriYAY 4-H Day Camp held June 27

Milam 4-h News Micah Holcombe
Wed, 07/02/2025 - 11:56
On Friday, June 27, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Milam County Extension Office had a successful “FriYAY 4-H Day Camp” in the Milam County Annex. Local youth came together for a full day of fun and experiential learning. Cloverbuds (K–2nd grade) was the focus of the morning session, which ran from 9 a.

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REUNIONS

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Wed, 06/18/2025 - 11:12
Noack family reunion held in Lynn home The family of Ernest Noack gathered Saturday, June 7 for their annual family reunion at the home of Glenna Lynn.
Class of 1975 hits golden graduation anniversary

Class of 1975 hits golden graduation anniversary

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Class of 1975 hits golden graduation anniversary

News Staff
Wed, 06/18/2025 - 11:12
The Rockdale High School Class of 1975 celebrated its 50th class reunion last week at the Kay Theater with 33 members in attendance. The classmates enjoyed sharing memories and reconnecting with old friends.
CENTURY AND A QUARTER

CENTURY AND A QUARTER

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CENTURY AND A QUARTER

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Wed, 06/18/2025 - 11:12
 Citizens National Bank held an open house reception to mark its 125th year of banking. Pictured are: front, L-R, Aaron Griffith, Branch President Jim Morse, Kayla Sumrall, Charlotte Starr, Rebecca Tovar and Amanda Cortez; back, Diana Reese, Hayley Burns, Lucita Rodriguez and Nick Montelongo.

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Library receives grant for summer programs

News Staff
Wed, 06/18/2025 - 11:12
The Lucy Hill Patterson Memorial Library staff announced it has been awarded the 2025 Summer at the Library Grant, sponsored by the Texas Library Association and H-E-B.
SCHOLARSHIPS—

SCHOLARSHIPS—

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SCHOLARSHIPS

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Wed, 06/18/2025 - 11:12
American Legion Carlyle Post 358 Post Vice Commander George Bunch handed college scholarships to Kylie Clark and Tatum Hapes.
GRAND OPENING

GRAND OPENING

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GRAND OPENING

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Wed, 06/18/2025 - 11:12
Integrity Roofing & Construction LLC held a ribbon cutting on Thursday, June 5, with homemade hamburgers and drinks, prizes and even gave away a brandnew roof.