News

Years of change: Builders and boomers through 20th Century

News Staff
Thu, 02/21/2019 - 00:00
With each growing population, there have been changes. Those who were born between the years of 1915-25 were known as the Builders. Those who lived in this era were witnesses to the Great Depression, the Bombing of Pearl Harbor, World War II and the Korean War.

PAWS sets ‘dog day’ adoptions

News Staff
Thu, 02/14/2019 - 00:00
QUICK LOOK Rockdale Pet Adoption Welfare Services (PAWS) and the City of Rockdale Animal Shelter will host a “Hot Dogs and Hound Dogs” per adoption event Saturday. Hours are 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the I&GN Historic Depot, corner of Main and Milam.

A clinic is back!

News Staff
Thu, 02/14/2019 - 00:00
It was a most welcome sight for Rockdale when the “new” Rockdale Medical Clinic opened its doors Monday morning and began seeing patients. From left Kelly Jackson, Tracy Doss and Terri Warneke were on hand logging in the first patients as medical care returned to Rockdale.

‘Earth Month’ 2019 announced

News Staff
Thu, 02/14/2019 - 00:00
Plans for Rockdale Earth Day, which again this year includes activities for an entire month, are underway, according to event spokesman Dave Melton. He noted 2019 is Rock-dale’s fifth annual celebration and many activities are planned throughout the month.

New alumni award to honor graduates

News Staff
Thu, 02/14/2019 - 00:00
The Rockdale ISD is beginning a Distinguished Alumni Awards program, similar to the highly-successful Hall of Honor which recognizes athletes.

Here come the water rate hikes

News Staff
Thu, 02/14/2019 - 00:00
The first of several years of substantial water rate increases for City of Rockdale customers will be reflected on bills soon after the city council gave second, and final, reading approval to new fees Monday.

Two races develop

News Staff
Thu, 02/14/2019 - 00:00
The filing pace for the May 4 city and school elections heated up considerably during the past week as Rockdale now has contested races for the city council and school board. Deadline to file is 5 p.m. Friday.

MONUMENTAL

News Staff
Thu, 02/14/2019 - 00:00
It’s not Stonehenge but the accomplishments of Rockdale’s five state championship sports teams will last about as long in the memories of their fans. These five engraves stones have been engraved and placed at the Tiger Stadium walkway.

RHS dance team wins sweepstakes

News Staff
Thu, 02/14/2019 - 00:00
The RHS Golden Girls won sweepstakes in the Heart of Texas Classic last Saturday and the team captain was first runner up in the soloist competition.

Chamber lists new directors for 2019

News Staff
Thu, 02/14/2019 - 00:00
The Rockdale Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center has elected three new directors. They are: • Cassidy Paschall, representing The Rockdale Reporter. • Bud Houston, representing Bud’s Electric. • Suzie Turner, representing Oak Leaf Bakery & Diner.