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Three felony arrests made during past week

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Wed, 07/22/2026 - 10:59

Rockdale Police Officers made three felony arrests during the past week including: • Lisandro Martin Trujillo, 41, Jacksonville, was arrested by Ofc. Wachtel for possession of a controlled substance (under 1 gram). • George Lee Lane, 55, Rockdale, was arrested by Sgt.

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FIRE CALLS

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Wed, 07/22/2026 - 10:59

Rockdale VFD Responded to: • Near the 600 block of CR 303 for a drowning victim on July 16 at 5:26 p.m. Milano VFD Responded to: • Valero gas station for a large oil spill on July 16 at 6:59 p.m.

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MILAM COUNTY JAIL LOG

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Wed, 07/22/2026 - 10:59

Jail log lists all people charged with offenses through the county jail in Cameron. Charges may change during the process. Persons are presumed innocent until convicted in a court of law. • Aalyah Josette Arellano, 18, Harker Heights, murder, in custody.

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MILAM COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT

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Wed, 07/22/2026 - 10:59

Calls for the Milam County Sheriff ’s Office during the past week included: Tuesday, July 14—Noise complaint, CR 108A; theft, Locklin Cemetery; motorist assist, US 79; motorist assist, US 77; warrant service, Seventh Avenue, Milano; inmate transport, Temple; inmate transport, Cameron Avenue,...

Pork chops recipes

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Pork chops recipes

Kyle’s Kitchen Kyle Cooke

Wed, 07/22/2026 - 10:59

Lately when I have eaten at The Texan Cafe, I have been ordering the pork chop. Highly recommended if you haven’t tried it. Here’s an easy recipe to make at home without turning on the oven. At the restaurant it’s a fairly thick chop. This recipe uses the thin, bone-in chops.

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Jentsch joins MISD staff

Fawn Simpson Reporter Correspondent

Wed, 07/22/2026 - 10:59

Milano ISD has a new assistant principal, Matthew Jentsch. He will be serving elementary through high school. Good luck and congratulations! SUMMER TRIP— Our trip to San Antonio last week was quite wet. The resort shut down the pool along with the lazy river.

BIBLE SCHOOL— Springfield Baptist Church held Vacation Bible School last week with over 50 kids taking part. On Friday they ended the week with a western wear day.

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BIBLE SCHOOL

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Wed, 07/15/2026 - 13:13

BIBLE SCHOOL

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Bland inducted into Rotary Hall of Honor

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Wed, 07/15/2026 - 13:13

Rockdale businesswoman and long-time civic leader Gaye Bland has been inducted into the Rotary International District 5870 Hall of Honor at the annual district recognition banquet.

Jeffrey Mueller cooking in his chuckwagon.

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Rockdale native brings live-fire cooking home

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Wed, 07/15/2026 - 13:13

Jeff Mueller is bringing the Rockin M Chuckwagon back home. Mueller, a Rockdale High School Class of 1981 graduate now living in Brandon, MS, travels all over cooking with a chuckwagon for unique groups. The western backdrop and classic history of the chuckwagon create a one-of-a-kind experience.

Homer Mowdy accepts Chamber Ambassador of the Year from Tim Kelty.

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Chamber of Commerce announces 2026 award winners Thursday night

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Wed, 07/15/2026 - 13:13

The annua l Chamber Awards were presented Thursday night at The Ranch and the winners are as follows: Chamber Ambassador of the Year, Homer Mowdy. Outstanding Customer Experience Award, Run Florist Run. Automotive Excellence Award, Coop’s Tire Shop. Trusted Financial Partner, Classic Bank.