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DONATION— Rockdale Federal Credit Union made holiday donations to both the Rockdale Christian Services food pantry and Rockdale Senior Center last week. Shown here at the food pantry are RFCU employees Nygia Crawford, Samantha Wilson, food pantry treasurer Joyce Kirk and Lyndsey Kolar.

DONATION— Rockdale Federal Credit Union made holiday donations to both the Rockdale Christian Services food pantry and Rockdale Senior Center last week. Shown here at the food pantry are RFCU employees Nygia Crawford, Samantha Wilson, food pantry treasurer Joyce Kirk and Lyndsey Kolar.

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DONATION

News Staff
Wed, 11/12/2025 - 12:24
Rockdale Federal Credit Union made holiday donations to both the Rockdale Christian Services food pantry and Rockdale Senior Center last week. Shown here at the food pantry are RFCU employees Nygia Crawford, Samantha Wilson, food pantry treasurer Joyce Kirk and Lyndsey Kolar.

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LOOKING BACK

News Staff
Wed, 11/05/2025 - 16:12
10-20-40 YEARS AGO  40 YEARS AGO Rockdale High School band members erupted in cheers, tears and hugs as they learned they won UIL regional marching honors and will advance to the state contest at Memorial Stadium in Austin on Monday.

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FIRE CALLS

Rockdale Vfd
Wed, 11/05/2025 - 16:12
Responded to: • 11202 North FM 908 for a residential fire alarm on October 29 at 11:18 a.m. • 508 San Jacinto for a grass fire on Oct. 29 at 12:43 p.m. • 4587 South FM 908 for a one vehicle accident on Oct. 30 at 7:39 A.M. Milano VFD • 1577 South TX 36 for a pasture fire on Oct.

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MILAM COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT

News Staff
Wed, 11/05/2025 - 16:12
Calls for the Milam County Sheriff's Office during the past week included: Oct.

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MILAM COUNTY JAIL LOG

News Staff
Wed, 11/05/2025 - 16:12
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. • Miguel Salazar Jr., 41, Richmond, resisting arrest search or transport, released.
One accident reported during week by RPD

One accident reported during week by RPD

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One accident reported during week by RPD

News Staff
Wed, 11/05/2025 - 16:12
Ofc. Lentz responded to Cameron Avenue at Cypress Trail for a two-vehicle accident on Oct. 28 at 11:19 a.m.
Healthy tips for managing diabetes during Thanksgiving

Healthy tips for managing diabetes during Thanksgiving

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Healthy tips for managing diabetes during Thanksgiving

Comments From Micah Micah Holcombe
Wed, 11/05/2025 - 16:12
November is National Diabetes Month. The holiday season is filled with family, friends and—of course— food. But for those managing diabetes, it can also be a time of stress and anxiety.

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DID YOU KNOW?

News Staff
Wed, 11/05/2025 - 16:12
Extracurricular activities can help students be more well-rounded and present opportunities to make friends and beef up college applications.
BEST OF SHOW

BEST OF SHOW

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BEST OF SHOW—

News Staff
Wed, 11/05/2025 - 16:12
BEST OF SHOW—The Rockdale Fair and Rodeo’s home economics division was held Oct. 14-15 in the New Salem Building at Rockdale Fair Park. The home economics division was free to enter and beginners (K-2nd), juniors (3-5th), intermediates (6-8th), seniors (9-12th) and adults participated.
4-H, Cameron FMC youth to present holiday gift idea exchange Nov. 24th

4-H, Cameron FMC youth to present holiday gift idea exchange Nov. 24th

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4-H, Cameron FMC youth to present holiday gift idea exchange Nov. 24th

Milam 4-h News Micah Holcombe
Wed, 11/05/2025 - 16:12
The most wonderful time of the year is almost here, and Milam County 4-H is ready to kick off the holiday season with creativity, community and a whole lot of fun. Everyone is invited to the annual Milam County 4-H Holiday Gift Idea Exchange happening Monday, Nov. 24, at 6 p.m.