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RISD looking for campus education council members

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Wed, 09/17/2025 - 12:11
Rockdale ISD is looking for parents, business representatives and community representatives to serve on Campus Educational Councils at all campuses. Campus and District Educational Councils serve as advisory groups to the principals and Superintendent but have no regulatory powers.

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QUICK LOOK

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Wed, 09/17/2025 - 12:11
RHS Class of 1962 meets Saturday Rockdale High School Class of 1962 will hold their reunion on Saturday. The class will meet at 11 a.m. at Julio’s Mexican Restaurant. Rising Star’s 118th anniversary on Sunday Rising Star Baptist Church will hold its 118th anniversary celebration at 4 p.m. Sunday.
SEPTEMBER’S YARD OF THE MONTH— John and Stacey Williams, 1904 Skyles Road, were awarded Rockdale Earth Day’s Yard of the Month for September. Rockdale Earth Day Chairperson David Melton said, “Their neatly manicured lawn has several large, beautiful shade trees, blooming Crape Myrtle trees, and a variety of annuals, perennials and shrubs creating wonderful curb appeal for this westside address.” The Williams will receive a gift certificate to Giddings Nursery and Garden Center.

SEPTEMBER’S YARD OF THE MONTH— John and Stacey Williams, 1904 Skyles Road, were awarded Rockdale Earth Day’s Yard of the Month for September. Rockdale Earth Day Chairperson David Melton said, “Their neatly manicured lawn has several large, beautiful shade trees, blooming Crape Myrtle trees, and a variety of annuals, perennials and shrubs creating wonderful curb appeal for this westside address.” The Williams will receive a gift certificate to Giddings Nursery and Garden Center.

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SEPTEMBER’S YARD OF THE MONTH

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Wed, 09/17/2025 - 12:11
SEPTEMBER’S YARD OF THE MONTH
GOLD OUT— Rockdale ISD campuses celebrated last Friday with the 10th annual Gold Out event to team up against childhood cancer, raising money and awareness for the cause. See more photos on page 6A.

GOLD OUT— Rockdale ISD campuses celebrated last Friday with the 10th annual Gold Out event to team up against childhood cancer, raising money and awareness for the cause. See more photos on page 6A.

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GOLD OUT AT ROCKDALE ISD

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Wed, 09/17/2025 - 12:11

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Rockdale Fair countdown begins

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Wed, 09/17/2025 - 12:11
Countdown for the annual Rockdale Fair and Rodeo has officially begun, and this year is its 50th Anniversary. Fair tickets are on sale now with three-day passes for adults for $30 and kids and seniors $20.
Jamal Williams

Jamal Williams

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Man wanted for drug felonies behind bars

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Wed, 09/17/2025 - 12:11
A suspected drug dealer sought by multiple agencies is now behind bars. A multia gency search for 39-year-old Jamal Williams ended with his arrest on Wednesday, September 10 in eastern Williamson County.

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FIRE CALLS

Rockdale Vfd
Wed, 09/17/2025 - 12:11
Responded to: • 547 North Wilcox for a report of a smell of gas on Sept. 11 at 7:31 p.m. • 1115 CR 320 for a grass fire that turned out to be a controlled burn on Sept. 14 at 12:34 p.m. • North FM 487 at CR 235 for a grass fire on Sept. 15 at 12:36 p.m.

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MILAM COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT

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Wed, 09/17/2025 - 12:11
Calls for the Milam County Sheriff's Office during the past week included: Sept. 9—Warrant service, Jefferson Ave., Cameron; theft Ave.
Ofc. Jacobs responds to two-vehicle accident

Ofc. Jacobs responds to two-vehicle accident

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Ofc. Jacobs responds to two-vehicle accident

Accidents
Wed, 09/17/2025 - 12:11
• Ofc. Jacobs responded near the intersection of Meadow Drive and Cameron Avenue for a minor two-vehicle accident with no injuries at 9:44 a.m. Sept. 14.

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MILAM COUNTY JAIL LOG

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Wed, 09/17/2025 - 12:11
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. • Mariel Menchaca, 22, Cameron, criminal mischief ($750 to $2,500), released.