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Wed, 05/13/2026 - 10:33
Class of ’76 reunion to be held June 13th RHS Class of 1976 will hold its 50th Class Reunion on Saturday, June 13, at The Ranch in Rockdale starting at 5 p.m. The class will also be recognized at the Rockdale Homecoming luncheon on Sunday, June 14, beginning at 11 a.m.
SENIOR SIGNING DAY— All Rockdale High School seniors were recognized on Friday at the annual Signing Day ceremony. Each student was acknowledged for their after-high-school plans whether it was going into the work force, going into the military or heading off to college.

SENIOR SIGNING DAY— All Rockdale High School seniors were recognized on Friday at the annual Signing Day ceremony. Each student was acknowledged for their after-high-school plans whether it was going into the work force, going into the military or heading off to college.

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SENIOR SIGNING DAY

News Staff
Wed, 05/13/2026 - 10:33
All Rockdale High School seniors were recognized on Friday at the annual Signing Day ceremony. Each student was acknowledged for their after-high-school plans whether it was going into the work force, going into the military or heading off to college.
PARTY TIME— The MARC consumers enjoyed a Cinco de Mayo party last week at the center. MARC board member Daniel Willie grilled beef and chicken fajitas, Corona’s Mexican Restaurant provided rice and beans and Maricela’s Bar & Grill provided tortillas. The consumers played Loteria (Mexican bingo) for prizes and had a piñata. Dessert was Mexican ice cream pops.

PARTY TIME— The MARC consumers enjoyed a Cinco de Mayo party last week at the center. MARC board member Daniel Willie grilled beef and chicken fajitas, Corona’s Mexican Restaurant provided rice and beans and Maricela’s Bar & Grill provided tortillas. The consumers played Loteria (Mexican bingo) for prizes and had a piñata. Dessert was Mexican ice cream pops.

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PARTY TIME

News Staff
Wed, 05/13/2026 - 10:33
The MARC consumers enjoyed a Cinco de Mayo party last week at the center. MARC board member Daniel Willie grilled beef and chicken fajitas, Corona’s Mexican Restaurant provided rice and beans and Maricela’s Bar & Grill provided tortillas.
POLICE REPORT

POLICE REPORT

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Rockdale PD reports two felony arrests, four traffic accidents

News Staff
Wed, 05/06/2026 - 11:20
Rockdale Police Officers made two felony arrests dur ing the past week including: • Emanuel Castillo, 33 Thorndale, was arrested by Sgt. Richardson for parole violations. • Dalton Keith Hammond, 31, Rockdale, was arrested by Ofc.

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FIRE CALLS

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Wed, 05/06/2026 - 11:20
Rockdale VFD Responded to: • The 100 block of South FM 908 for a vehicle vs. pedestrian with injuries on My 2 at 5:38 p.m. • 1402 Highland Avenue for a residential fire alarm on May 4 at 7:29 p.m.

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MILAM COUNTY JAIL LOG

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Wed, 05/06/2026 - 11:20
Jail log lists all people charged with offenses through the county jail in Cameron. Charges may change during the process. Persons are presumed innocent until convicted in a court of law.

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MILAM COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT

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Wed, 05/06/2026 - 11:20
Calls for the Milam County Sheriff's Office during the past week included: Tuesday, April 28—Security check, FM 3242; security check, Avenue C, Milano; warrant service, TX 21; security check, Avenue C, Milano; security check, US 190; security check, Avenue C, Milano; suspicious activity, CR 267;...
Things to make with chicken

Things to make with chicken

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Things to make with chicken

Kyle’s Kitchen Kyle Cooke
Wed, 05/06/2026 - 11:20
This first recipe is for tacos, but it's also a great marinade for whatever you want to do with the chicken including tacos, but also nachos or taco salad.

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REUNION

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Wed, 05/06/2026 - 11:20
62nd Appelt Family Reunion set for June 7 The Appelt Family will be celebrating its 62nd reunion on Sunday, June 7, at Appelt’s Hill Hall in Hallettsville. Registration begins at 10 a.m. The reunion will provide a meal of stew, sausage and sides at noon along with cold drinks.

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ORGANIZATIONS

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Wed, 05/06/2026 - 11:20
Trail Life meetings Trail Life meets at 6:30 p.m. ever y second and fourth Monday at Meadowbrook Baptist Church in the fellowship hall. All boys and their dads are welcome. For more information, contact Stephen Ammons 512-446-3367.