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FUNDRAIS-ER— The Knights of Columbus held a barbecue chicken fundraiser on Sunday and the busy workers sold over 300 plates which included a barbecue half chicken, sausage, German potatoes, green beans and dessert. Shown are (L-R) Martha Jeffcoat, Kelly David, Vicky Svetlik, Barbara Walko, Amy Caffey, Genella Korenek and Pat Barcak.

FUNDRAIS-ER— The Knights of Columbus held a barbecue chicken fundraiser on Sunday and the busy workers sold over 300 plates which included a barbecue half chicken, sausage, German potatoes, green beans and dessert. Shown are (L-R) Martha Jeffcoat, Kelly David, Vicky Svetlik, Barbara Walko, Amy Caffey, Genella Korenek and Pat Barcak.

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FUNDRAISER

News Staff
Wed, 11/12/2025 - 12:24
The Knights of Columbus held a barbecue chicken fundraiser on Sunday and the busy workers sold over 300 plates which included a barbecue half chicken, sausage, German potatoes, green beans and dessert.
Shawn Leifeste of Cameron 4-H Club exhibited the grand champion steer at this year’s 50th annual Fair. It was purchased by Kyle Office Products, Milam County Livestock Auction, Orion DC LLC c/o SB Energy and Open AI Inc. for $20,874, plus $1,275 added money, for a total of $22,149.

Shawn Leifeste of Cameron 4-H Club exhibited the grand champion steer at this year’s 50th annual Fair. It was purchased by Kyle Office Products, Milam County Livestock Auction, Orion DC LLC c/o SB Energy and Open AI Inc. for $20,874, plus $1,275 added money, for a total of $22,149.

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Fair sales bring in record-breaking $1.03M

News Staff
Wed, 11/12/2025 - 12:24
The 50th annual Rockdale Fair & Rodeo’s combined sales—to benef it Milam County 4-H and FFA youth—was a record-breaking $1,029,704.85, including a $637,844.85 livestock action. The commercial heifer sale brought $341,290, the baked good sales raised $26,615 and ag mechanics made $23,955.
DID YOU KNOW...

DID YOU KNOW...

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DID YOU KNOW...

News Staff
Wed, 11/12/2025 - 12:24
Though modern Americans might find the notion of a turkey-free Thanksgiving hard to fathom, the idea of eating the now popular fowl did not become synonymous with the holiday until the mid-19th century. According to History.
Aggie students help unload donations from Milam County Aggie Moms.

Aggie students help unload donations from Milam County Aggie Moms.

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Milam Aggie Moms busy fundraising, restocking

Fawn Simpson Reporter Correspondent
Wed, 11/12/2025 - 12:24
The Aggie Moms have been busy placing “Gigged” and “Hooked” signs in yards to help raise funds for scholarships. I have been hearing a lot of fun stories about arriving home to see the signs. Good job, Aggie Moms!
RDA Christmas Tree Lighting Nov. 20

RDA Christmas Tree Lighting Nov. 20

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RDA Christmas Tree Lighting Nov. 20

News Staff
Wed, 11/12/2025 - 12:24
Rockdale Downtown Association’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 20, at Wolf Park. The tree lighting will begin at 7 p.m. The food will be served at 6 p.m. so you can eat before the tree lighting.
GOOD CAUSE

GOOD CAUSE

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GOOD CAUSE

News Staff
Wed, 11/12/2025 - 12:24
Thorndale Town & County Club’s recent community service project was making blankets for residents at Rockdale Estates and Rehabilitation. Each member completed at least one blanket, and some completed more than one.

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Christmas Roundup

News Staff
Wed, 11/12/2025 - 12:24
Rockdale Christmas Roundup has begun, and applications can be found online at rockdaleisd. net . Hard copies of the applications can be picked up at The Rockdale Reporter, Rockdale Signs, local churches and any Rockdale ISD, Milano ISD, or Gause ISD office.

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Thrifty shopping

News Staff
Wed, 11/12/2025 - 12:24
First Christian Church will hold a Christmas Thrift Extravaganza in the fellowship hall, this Saturday, Nov. 15, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. • Holiday Shopping: Discover thrifted and gently used items for gift-giving, and decorating.
TRIBUTE— The Thursday Reading Club honored the late Dr. Lucile Estell at the library’s First Friday Coffee. Attendees were able to see Dr. Estell’s personal collection which is on permanent display. Members present (L-R) are Ann King, Annette Stone, Gloria Walker, Geri Burnett and Lynn Young. Not shown are club members Peggy Cooke, Diana Graves, Debbie Klein, Patricia McKee, Barbara Nelson, Wilma Owens, Joan Ratliff, Wendie Upson and Linda Wilson.

TRIBUTE— The Thursday Reading Club honored the late Dr. Lucile Estell at the library’s First Friday Coffee. Attendees were able to see Dr. Estell’s personal collection which is on permanent display. Members present (L-R) are Ann King, Annette Stone, Gloria Walker, Geri Burnett and Lynn Young. Not shown are club members Peggy Cooke, Diana Graves, Debbie Klein, Patricia McKee, Barbara Nelson, Wilma Owens, Joan Ratliff, Wendie Upson and Linda Wilson.

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TRIBUTE

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Wed, 11/12/2025 - 12:24
—The Thursday Reading Club honored the late Dr. Lucile Estell at the library’s First Friday Coffee. Attendees were able to see Dr. Estell’s personal collection which is on permanent display. Members present (L-R) are Ann King, Annette Stone, Gloria Walker, Geri Burnett and Lynn Young.

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QUICK LOOK

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Wed, 11/12/2025 - 12:24
Thanksgiving lunch set for Saturday The 25th annual Community Outreach Thanksgiving Dinner will be held this Saturday, Nov. 15, at First Baptist Church from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.