Why is the lamb a symbol of Christ?

It’s lambing season in Texas. Late February and early March is generally when ewes present to the world their offspring. Lambs are extensively raised in Texas, which is the top sheep-producing state in the nation. With a total sheep and lamb flock of 700,000 head as of early 2026.

MEMORIAL GIFTS

Call additions or corrections to The Reporter, 446-5838. • American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org. • American Heart Association Processing Center, PO Box 8411125, Dallas, TX 752841125. • American Legion Carlyle Post 0358, PO Box 501, Rockdale, TX 76567.

‘Well done!’

When a king’s face brightens, it means life; his favor is like a rain cloud in spring. (Proverbs 16:15) Iwould think most Christians have a strong desire to hear Jesus say, “Well done, good and faithful servant” (Matthew 25:21).

Sliders and some Easter food

Mom made Muffuletta Sliders for a church function and a garden club function, and I got to try one. Man, was it good. I asked her for the recipe she used, but it turned out she just made it up.

Ready for 2028 Olympics

Have you signed up to get your tickets for the 2028 Olympic games in Los Angeles? A f ter t he e xc it i ng hockey matches, where the U.S.A. won gold in overtime, all I wanted was more Olympic games.

ORGANIZATIONS

Trail Life meetings Trail Life meets at 6:30 p.m. every second and fourth Monday at Meadowbrook Baptist Church in the fellowship hall. All boys and their dads are welcome. For more information, contact Stephen Ammons 512446-3367.

Rockdale PD reports felony arrest, three traffic accidents

Rockdale Police Officers made one felony arrest during the past week: • A 16-year-old juvenile was arrested by Sgt. Lentz and Ofc. Rodriguez for possession of a controlled substance (under 1 gram) and was transported to Hays County Juvenile Center. Accidents • Ofc.

FIRE CALLS

Rockdale VFD Responded to: • Near the 1200 block of West US 79 for a trailer on fire on Feb. 24 at 11:19 a.m. • West US 79 near CR 311 for a one-vehicle rollover with unknown injuries on Feb. 24 at 5:42 p.m. • 446 Murray Street for a gas leak on Feb. 26 at 3:57 p.m.

MILAM COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT

Calls for the Milam County Sheriff’s Office during the past week included: Tuesday, Feb.