ROAR RECIPIENTS

The Rockdale ISD School Board presented awards to two nominated members of the RISD workforce with ROAR awards at Monday’s Christmas luncheon.

KEEN FAMILY THANKSGIVING

The descendants of Peter and Ida Alford Keen gathered at Forest Grove Christian Church Fellowship Hall on Thanksgiving to share a meal, remember past reunions and family members no longer with us. From the family of Inez Keen Greenwood: Margie Brannon Addison and Dustin Owens.

FOOD CHALLENGE

The District Food Challenge was held on Dec. 5, at the Bell County Expo. Three Milam 4-H members competed.

LOOKING BACK

100 YEARS AGO Citizens of Rockdale, not tickled to death of the high cost of wood and coal, clinkers, ashes, smoke and dirt, and the task of fire-building on cold mornings, should see the demonstration this week at the Fairbanks-Morse store, of a wonderful invention for supplying high grade gas...

2024 Lighted Christmas Parade photos

Best ATV: Caffey Corner Best Decorated Vehicle: Milam County Sheriff’s Office Best Float: Rockdale Federal Credit Union Best Animals: Ashley King Best Overall: Walmart

TAMALE EATING CHAMPION

At right, George De Jesus was the winner of the Rockdale Chamber of Commerce’s Winter Wonderland Tamale Eating Contest on Saturday at Wolf Park. De Jesus ate seven tamales in two minutes winning a cash prize of $100. He is shown here with Chamber Executive Director Lucita Rodrigues.

TOP 10

The National Trial Lawyers Association is pleased to welcome Richard A. Dodd of Milam County, as a member of our National Asbestos/Mesothelioma Top 10 Specialty Association.

Soup: a liquid hug

I’ve looked ahead at the weather for this week. There are no days above 80 degrees in the forecast, if the forecast is correct. So let’s talk about soup. This first one is made in the crockpot so it’s easy as well as delicious. Adjust the heat to your family’s preference.

Christmas’ vs. ‘Xmas

The meaning and history of the word ‘Xmas’ “Xmas” is a widely recognized abbreviation for the word “Christmas.” Contrary to popular belief, the use of “Xmas” is not an attempt to secularize or commercialize the holiday.

CHURCH NEWS

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints is hosting its annual Nativity Display at 301 Calhoun Street. “This is a free event, and all are welcome to come see all the different nativities,” said Anna Cain, spokesperson. “We have over 100 nativity sets from all over the world.