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Fawn Simpson Reporter Correspondent
Wed, 04/22/2026 - 12:10
The cooler weather and rain made me realize that spring is here. It will be brief but it’s nice to remember these days when July rolls around. Spring means allergies— which, for many of us, feels less like a season and more like a personal attack.
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Wed, 04/22/2026 - 12:10
Americans will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States in July 2026 and the word “semiquincentennial” may come up in conversation during those celebrations. Some people may not be familiar with the term and what it means. A semiquincentennial is the 250th anniversary of something.
Eliza Tice Hall descendants and other people on the program for the DAR Dedication on Saturday, April 11.

Eliza Tice Hall descendants and other people on the program for the DAR Dedication on Saturday, April 11.

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DAR dedication of Eliza Tice Hall on April 11

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Wed, 04/22/2026 - 12:10
The Milam County Historical Museum in Cameron and the Betty Martin Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) in Temple and Three Missions Chapter NSDAR in Cameron held a Milam County Historical Museum America 250!
Horse judgers were (front) Lillian Fulton, (back, L-R) Wayde Woods, Kendall Hertenberger, Emmy Fulton, and Shelby Renaud.

Horse judgers were (front) Lillian Fulton, (back, L-R) Wayde Woods, Kendall Hertenberger, Emmy Fulton, and Shelby Renaud.

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Milam County 4-H students excel in district competition

Milam 4-h News Micah Holcombe
Wed, 04/22/2026 - 12:10
Milam County 4-H member s showcased their skills and dedication at the District 8 Roundup and Consumer Decision Making Contest held on Friday, April 17, followed by the District 8 Horse Judging Contest on Saturday, April 18.
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Wed, 04/22/2026 - 12:10
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ROYALTY— At the RHS prom on Saturday, April 11, Jesse Montelongo and Yaretzi Hernandez were named Mr. and Miss Rockdale High School. RHS Principal Wendy Mahan and junior class parents want send a thank you to Run Florist Run for the bouquet, Rockdale Signs for the plaques and photos, Destinie Malish with RHS Floral Design for the sashes, DJ Anthony Cortez for keeping the energy high, TK United for the decorations and our RHS staff members for their support throughout the event.

ROYALTY— At the RHS prom on Saturday, April 11, Jesse Montelongo and Yaretzi Hernandez were named Mr. and Miss Rockdale High School. RHS Principal Wendy Mahan and junior class parents want send a thank you to Run Florist Run for the bouquet, Rockdale Signs for the plaques and photos, Destinie Malish with RHS Floral Design for the sashes, DJ Anthony Cortez for keeping the energy high, TK United for the decorations and our RHS staff members for their support throughout the event.

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Wed, 04/22/2026 - 12:10
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Voting started Monday

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Wed, 04/22/2026 - 12:10
Early voting started on Monday at City Hall Council Chambers to elect a new eastside city council member and two places on the RISD school board. John Lawhon and Nathan Flores vie for the eastside city council spot, and there are six people running for the two places on the school board.

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St. Joseph’s hosts Mayfest on May 3

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Wed, 04/22/2026 - 12:10
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church is holding their Mayfest fundraiser for the first time since 2020 on Sunday, May 3 from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the KC Hall. Lunch begins at 11 a.m. and goes to 2 p.m. or until sold out.
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Wed, 04/22/2026 - 12:10
At the Saturday, April 11 DAR Dedication of Eliza Tice Hall in Cameron, Denise Bennett portrayed Eliza Hall with a presentation that was created from family letters from the 1800s and other history.
PROCLAMATION— Milam County Judge Bill Whitmire read declared April as Child Abuse Awareness Month on the courthouse lawn on Friday, April 17 at 9 a.m. Whitmire is shown here with CASA Executive Director Rachel Owens.

PROCLAMATION— Milam County Judge Bill Whitmire read declared April as Child Abuse Awareness Month on the courthouse lawn on Friday, April 17 at 9 a.m. Whitmire is shown here with CASA Executive Director Rachel Owens.

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Wed, 04/22/2026 - 12:10
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