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Can we slow down?

Can we slow down?

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Can we slow down?

He Told Me To Tell You That Ken Ansell
Wed, 07/01/2026 - 10:56
“Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.” (John 15:13) Igot up Sunday morning thinking it seems like the last thing people need is another sermon.
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Hidden In Christ With God Greg Nichols
Wed, 07/01/2026 - 10:56
“And God made the two great lights, the greater light to rule the day, and the lesser light to rule the night; he made the stars also...to rule over the day and over the night, and to separate the light from the darkness. And God saw that it was good” (Genesis 1). But Man said, “This is not so good.
ANNIVERSARY— Primera Iglesia Bautista at 665 North Main Street held its 70th anniversary celebration recently. Shown here (l-R) are Mario and Marilu Gonzalez, Olga Gonzalez, Maria Luisa Sandaña, Carlos and Carlitos Gonzalez, Ricardo and Edy Jerrera, Manuela Avila and Pastor Luis Valdivia.

ANNIVERSARY— Primera Iglesia Bautista at 665 North Main Street held its 70th anniversary celebration recently. Shown here (l-R) are Mario and Marilu Gonzalez, Olga Gonzalez, Maria Luisa Sandaña, Carlos and Carlitos Gonzalez, Ricardo and Edy Jerrera, Manuela Avila and Pastor Luis Valdivia.

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Wed, 07/01/2026 - 10:56

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RISD reveals leadership changes for 2026-27 school year

News Staff
Wed, 07/01/2026 - 10:56
Rockdale ISD Board of Trustees has approved several leadership assignments and position transfers for the 2026-27 school year as the district works to fill administrative openings at Rockdale Elementary School and Rockdale Intermediate School.

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Milano July 4 Parade And Hot Dog Lunch
Wed, 07/01/2026 - 10:56
The City of Milano will celebrate the 4th of July with a parade and a hot dog lunch on Saturday with parade line up beginning at 9:30 a.m. at the football field. The parade begins at 10:30 a.m.
Free July 4th celebration at Fair Park Saturday

Free July 4th celebration at Fair Park Saturday

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Free July 4th celebration at Fair Park Saturday

News Staff
Wed, 07/01/2026 - 10:56
As communities across the nation prepare to celebrate America’s 250th birthday, the City of Rockdale invites residents and visitors from throughout Central Texas to celebrate Independence Day at the Rockdale 4th of July Festival on Saturday, July 4, at Rockdale Fair Park.
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Ofc. Meadows responds to two traffic accidents

News Staff
Wed, 06/24/2026 - 10:54
Accidents • Ofc. Meadows responded to Caffey Corner for a minor two-vehicle accident with no injuries on June 18 at 12:14 p.m. • Ofc. Meadows responded to Walmart for a minor two-vehicle accident with no injuries on June 18 at 4:05 p.m.

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MILAM COUNTY JAIL LOG

News Staff
Wed, 06/24/2026 - 10:54
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. • Corey Lee Anderson, 29, Buckholts, assault of family/household member with previous conviction, released.

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MILAM COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT

News Staff
Wed, 06/24/2026 - 10:54
Calls for the Milam County Sheriff's Office during the past week included: Tuesday, June 16—Controlled burn, Jesse Street, Rockdale; inmate transport, Fannin Avenue, Cameron; suspicious activity, US 77; scam, private road; disturbance, US 79; inmate transport, Fannin Avenue, Cameron; inmate...

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FIRE CALLS

News Staff
Wed, 06/24/2026 - 10:54
Rockdale VFD Responded to: • North FM 908 and Bush Road for an iPhone crash detection notification on June 16 at 5:28 p.m. • Holly Drive and South FM 487 for a small grass fire on June 20 at 8:36 p.m. • 1620 CR 302 for a fire on June 21 at 9:47 p.m.