Food Pantry donation

Sandow Lakes Ranch (SLR) donated $5,000 to the Rockdale Christian Services Food Pantry again this year. “SLR understands that there are many walks of life that benefit from the assistance that the food pantry and their partners provide.

Milam County 4-H’ers successful at stock shows

Milam County 4-H’ers have been extremely successful throughout the fall stock show season. Starting off in the heifer show at the Heart of Texas Fair in Waco, Wacey Butler was first in his class and Wylie Butler placed second with beefmaster heifers.

Registration for Texas Master Naturalist course

Are you passionate about Texas’s diverse ecosystems and eager to deepen your understanding of the natural world? The Texas Master Naturalist program is offering an exciting opportunity for individuals interested in enhancing their knowledge of the state’s flora and fauna.

CHURCH NEWS

Hallelujah Festival to be held Oct. 27th New Jerusalem Church invites everyone to come to the church on Sunday, Oct. 27, from 2 to 4 p.m. for a citywide Hallelujah Festival, a sweet treat for the soul. The church is located at 103 Mulberry St.

LOOKING BACK

10-20-40-100 YEARS AGO is requested to announce that Dr. George C. Butte, Republican nominee for the office of Governor of Texas, will speak in Rockdale on Saturday afternoon of this week, October 11, at 3:30 p.m. The speaking will probably be held upon the street near the public fountain. Dr.

ORGANIZATIONS

Garden Club seeks new members Linwood Acres Garden Club meets at 10:30 a.m. on the second Wednesday of each month at Becky’s Sandwich Shop, 2148 US 77, in Rockdale.

Taking a trip to Thailand

Kyle’s Kitchen Acouple of weeks ago, Noelia and I went to Austin and ate at a Thai restaurant called Titaya’s. I saw a “salad” that I had seen someone make in a video which looked good, so that’s what I ordered.

National Night Out at the Patterson Center

National Night Out at the Patterson Center

2024 Rockdale Fair Children’s Pageant Contestants

The Rockdale Fair Association kicks off its 2024 Fair & Rodeo on Saturday, Oct. 12, with one of its first events, the Children’s Pageant. The public is invited to come encourage these youngsters as they take the stage at Rockdale High School Auditorium. Doors open at 12:30 p.m.

God’s for this

Ilike the story about the little kid digging through the pile of horse manure because “there must be a pony in there somewhere.” 1st Thessalonians 5:1618 tell us to, “rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.