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Upcoming pressure cooker classes

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Upcoming pressure cooker classes

Comments From Micah Micah Holcombe

Wed, 02/11/2026 - 11:25

The Milam County Extension Office will continue the popular Cooking Under Pressure Lunch-and-Learn classes this spring, offering attendees the opportunity to learn how to confidently use electric pressure cookers in a relaxed, hands-on setting.

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Senior Serve to be held February 28 at KC Hall

Fawn Simpson Reporter Correspondent

Wed, 02/11/2026 - 11:25

Milano High School seniors will host Senior Serve at the KC Hall in Rockdale on Saturday, Feb. 28. FUNDRAISER— Milano VFD is gearing up for its chili supper and gun fundraiser. It all kicks off at 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21.

Terence and Tracy Parker. Terence’s life reflects a legacy shaped by faith, his parents, mentorship, community.

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Rockdale’s Terence Parker: faith first, service always

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Wed, 02/11/2026 - 11:25

The measure of a man is who he lifts. Terence Parker’s life reflects a legacy shaped by faith, mentorship and a community that raised its children together. For Terence Parker, growing up in Rockdale meant being raised not just by his parents, but by an entire community.

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RISD’s 2026 Distinguished Alumni

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Wed, 02/11/2026 - 11:25

Rockdale Independent School District announces the 2026 Distinguished Alumni inductees, recognizing five outstanding graduates whose achievements reflect the lasting impact of a Rockdale ISD education.

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QUICK LOOK

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Wed, 02/11/2026 - 11:25

Early voting starts next Tuesday Early voting for the March 3 election starts Tuesday, Feb. 17. Locations are as follows: Rockdale—Patterson Center. Came r on—Mi l am County Annex. Buckholts—Community Center. Thorndale—Chamber of Commerce. See ad on page 5A for voting times at each location.

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Milano seniors looking for Project Graduation support

Fawn Simpson Reporter Correspondent

Wed, 02/04/2026 - 12:36

Seniors in Milano High School are looking for your support to make Project Graduation a success. Please find a senior and ask how you can get involved. AGGIE MOMS— Milam County Aggie Moms also needs your support. Contact milamcopresident@ aggiemoms.org see how you can help.

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ORGANIZATIONS

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Wed, 02/04/2026 - 12:36

American Legion monthly meetings The American Legion Post 358 meets the first Monday of each month at 6 p.m. at the Legion Hall. New members are welcome. For more information call Rod at 512-429-3458.

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MILAM COUNTY JAIL LOG

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Wed, 02/04/2026 - 12:36

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. • Kimberly Ann Golden, 38, Cameron, public intoxication, false alarm or report, in custody.

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MILAM COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT

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Wed, 02/04/2026 - 12:36

Calls for the Milam County Sheriff's Office during the past week included: Tuesday, Jan.

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GRAND JURY INDICTMENTS

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Wed, 02/04/2026 - 12:36

The following 32 cases were presented to the grand jury and indicted as true bills with no “no bills” on January 15. • Jacob Anthony Lopez, 25, Georgetown, third degree felony, possession of controlled substance (under 1 gram) in a drub free zone.