‘And gives again’

Lift up your eyes In the book of Romans are to be found these words: “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.

TWO-CHURCH VBS

—A total of 78 youngsters, led by 20 youth and 44 adult volunteers, attended the annual Vacation Bible School sponsored by St. John’s United Methodist Church and Peace Lutheran Church. Theme was “Rolling River Rampage—Experience the Ride of a Lifetime With God.

‘You will always have the poor among you’

He told me to tell you that The Rabbi told us, “You will always have the poor among you…” (Mark 1:47). A lot of these “poor” come to our church looking for help.

CHURCH NEWS

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Final prescription: Honor and respect

There may not be another one like Dr. John M. Weed III. Of course that’s something which gets said at retirement ceremonies but in this case it is the absolute truth.

BUSINESS OF THE MONTH

—Pud Owens/Judith Matula Realty has been named Business of the Month for August by the Rockdale Chamber of Commerce. Chamber officials were on hand to unveil the banner.

UNION PICNIC

—United Steelworkers Local 4895 held its annual picnic Saturday at The Ranch in Rockdale. David Edmonds, Local 4895 spokesman and former president said a nice crowd was on hand, both inside and outside the venue, to enjoy a barbecue lunch. Families of the Steelworkers also participated.

CALABOOSE ON THE LOOSE

—But not for long. The century-old calaboose (tiny jail holding cell) which has been at City Hall was moved to Bridge Park during the week where it joins other historic structures.

Fun and free: ‘Uke-Stravaganza 2’ coming up Aug. 26 at Kay Theater

ORGANIZATIONS Matinee Musical Club will sponsor Uke-Stravaganza 2 at the historic Kay Theater, 350 N. Main Street in downtown Rockdale on Sunday, Aug. 26.

Meet the Teachers, Eagles events set for August 16th

MILANO NEWS Milano ISD has announced its annual Meet the Teachers and Meet the Eagles events for the 2018-19 school year. The Meet the Teachers will be held at 6 p.m. Aug. 16 at all three campuses. The Meet the Eagles event will be held at 7 p.m.