59th Appelt reunion held in Hallettsville

The 59th Appelt Family Reunion was held Sunday, June 4 at the historic Appelt’s Hill Hall in Hallettsville. There were 90 registered in attendance by Linda Ward. The reunion started at noon with the posting of the colors, the Pledge of Allegiance, an opening prayer and grace.

SWIM MEET

City pool at Veterans Memorial Park was a hive of activity on Saturday morning as Wake Aquatics hosted a meet between Wake Aquatics boy and girl swimmers and the La Grange Fast Team. There were 115 participants across six different age groups in 73 events including relays.

More spring-y recipes

Kyle’s Kitchen Iran across this recipe and it sure does sound good. I have missed pasta for a few months so I think I will make it. I’ll probably substitute bacon for the pancetta.

How Medicare covers physical therapy services

Dear Savvy Senior, Does Medicare cover physical therapy, and if so, how much coverage do they provide? My 66- year- old husband was recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and will need ongoing physical therapy to help keep him moving.

Spring side dishes

This carrot recipe is similar to one I’ve already shared with you for potatoes. Cumin and carrots go together very well in my opinion.

Mother’s Day recipes for moms

Kyle’s Kitchen What are you eating for Mother’s Day? We’re going to have our annual shrimp and crab boil that weekend, and we’re all looking forward to it. Here’s a cheesecake recipe you could make for your mom. This one is cooked in a skillet, but you could use a spring form pan.

Good times around Rockdale

Good times around Rockdale

Earth Day rocks!

Because of last Thursday’s thunderstorms the Rockdale Earth Day Friday k ick off at R ockdale H igh S chool had to be rescheduled, but the weather didn’t stop any of the planned projects from taking place to beautify Rockdale.

GAUSE NEWS

We had an enjoyable Easter with our family. It is so nice to have family near. This Monday morning was mostly a cloudy, dreary day. But this is Texas and the weather can change in a heartbeat.

ORGANIZATIONS

The Rockdale Homecoming Association annual citywide homecoming will be Sunday, June 11 at the Patterson Civic Center. Rockdale High School Class of 1973 will be the honored class of 50 years. The Honored Business for 2023 is McVoy Grocery & Feed Store.