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takes a 42-yard interception return in for a fourth quarter TD. The Rockdale Tigers took down their feline counterparts, 53-36, Friday in Smithville. Reporter/Nathan Flores

takes a 42-yard interception return in for a fourth quarter TD. The Rockdale Tigers took down their feline counterparts, 53-36, Friday in Smithville. Reporter/Nathan Flores

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Rockdale tames Smithville in opener

Nathan Flores Reporter Staff Writer Rockdale
Wed, 09/03/2025 - 13:07
SMITHVILLE—The Rockdale Tigers came away with an exciting win on Friday in Smithville. With a record-breaking night for a few Tigers, the Blue and Gold put together a solid performance to put themselves in the win column.
Ofc. Lentz responds to traffic accident

Ofc. Lentz responds to traffic accident

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Ofc. Lentz responds to traffic accident

News Staff
Wed, 09/03/2025 - 13:07
Accidents • Ofc. Lentz responded to US 77 at US 79 for a two-vehicle accident on Aug. 27 at 6:16 a.m.

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MILAM COUNTY JAIL LOG

News Staff
Wed, 09/03/2025 - 13:07
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. • Jamey Lenard Brewer, 46, Calvert, bail jumping and failure to appear felony, in custody.

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MILAM COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT

News Staff
Wed, 09/03/2025 - 13:07
Calls for the Milam County Sheriff's Office during the past week included: August 26— Follow up, CR 108; information, US 79, Milano; civil matter, FM 437; information, Baylor Scott & White; Shooting, CR 104; shooting, CR 104; information, Rockdale; information, Cameron; inmate transport, Cameron...

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FIRE CALLS

Rockdale Vfd
Wed, 09/03/2025 - 13:07
Responded to: • US 77 at US 79 for a two-vehicle accident on Aug. 27 at 6:16 a.m. • CR 302 at North FM 908 for a vehicle on fire on Aug. 27 at 2:25 p.m. • 1189 North FM 908 for a structure fire on Aug. 28 at 7:13 a.m. • West US 79 near FM 1786 for a one-vehicle rollover with injuries on Aug.

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ROCKDALE MULTI-SERVICE CENTER MENU

News Staff
Wed, 09/03/2025 - 13:07
Monday—Potato crusted fish, rice pilaf, squash, roll, yogurt, 2% milk. Tuesday—Stuffed bell peppers, sweet peas, carrots, roll, cherry cobbler, 2% milk. Wednesday—Chicken salad, fruit salad, crackers, cake, 2% milk. Th u r s d a y— Ham, mashed potatoes, Brussels sprouts, apple, 2% milk.

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REUNIONS

Rhs Class Of 1970 Reunion Planned
Wed, 09/03/2025 - 13:07
The Rockdale High School Class of 1970 will hold its 55th class reunion Sept. 19 and 20. Cla s smate s should receive in the mail soon a detailed letter covering the two-day event with return information needed.

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ORGANIZATIONS

American Legion Monthly Meetings
Wed, 09/03/2025 - 13:07
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. Garden Club seeks new members Linwood Acres Garden Club meets at 10:30 a.m.

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Night of Peace event

News Staff
Wed, 08/27/2025 - 10:49
Rockdale Earth Day will present its third annual Night of Peace Celebration at Wolf Park on Sunday, September 21 at 7:30 p.m. The Sparky Thomason Jazz Quartet will perform, and Pastor Madison Garcia- Tabor of St. John’s United Methodist Church will deliver this year’s peace homily.
PROMOTION— Milam County Sheriff Mike Clore presents newly minted Lieutenant Jake Schneebeli with his promotion certificate. “Lt. Schneebeli started with the sheriff’s office in 2022 and has proven to be a good leader and hard worker,” Clore said. “Schneebeli graduated from the Police Academy this past December and now he’s earned this deserved promotion.

PROMOTION— Milam County Sheriff Mike Clore presents newly minted Lieutenant Jake Schneebeli with his promotion certificate. “Lt. Schneebeli started with the sheriff’s office in 2022 and has proven to be a good leader and hard worker,” Clore said. “Schneebeli graduated from the Police Academy this past December and now he’s earned this deserved promotion.

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PROMOTION

News Staff
Wed, 08/27/2025 - 10:49
PROMOTION