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After a threat of rain, a packed stadium of attendees enjoyed nice weather watching the RHS Class of 2026 receive their diplomas

After a threat of rain, a packed stadium of attendees enjoyed nice weather watching the RHS Class of 2026 receive their diplomas

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RHS graduates 123 students Friday

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Wed, 05/27/2026 - 11:50
Rockdale High School’s 2026 graduation was held Friday night at Tiger Field starting off with processional of the students entering the field while “pomp and Circumstance” was played by the Big Blue Band under the direction of Samuel Long, Jr.
MARC Ride fundraiser to be held June 14th

MARC Ride fundraiser to be held June 14th

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MARC Ride fundraiser to be held June 14th

News Staff
Wed, 05/27/2026 - 11:50
The 25th annual MARC Ride will take place on June 13 at The Ranch. The ride is the largest fundraiser the center receives. In 24 years, the ride has raised $618,000. R ide reg ist ration begins at 9 a.m. and the first bikes will leave at 11 a.m. The fee is $20 per rider or $25 with a passenger.

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Rotary Club’s ‘Project Cool’

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Wed, 05/27/2026 - 11:50
Rockdale Rotary Club will be actively collecting donations of 20-inch new box fans and/or cash starting May 18 and running through June 12.. This is an annual event created by the Rockdale Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center several years ago.
SCHOLARSHIPS— This year the Joe Wayne Cleveland Memorial Scholarships for $1,000 each went to Chase Nadeau and Brody Willard, shown here with Cleveland family members—(L-R) Kenny Cleveland, Shellea Griner, Sarah Cleveland and Nikki Kirk. See more photos from last Wednesday’s Rockdale High School award ceremony on page 6B.

SCHOLARSHIPS— This year the Joe Wayne Cleveland Memorial Scholarships for $1,000 each went to Chase Nadeau and Brody Willard, shown here with Cleveland family members—(L-R) Kenny Cleveland, Shellea Griner, Sarah Cleveland and Nikki Kirk. See more photos from last Wednesday’s Rockdale High School award ceremony on page 6B.

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SCHOLARSHIPS

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Wed, 05/27/2026 - 11:50
SCHOLARSHIPS
POLICE REPORT

POLICE REPORT

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One felony arrest this week by RPD

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Wed, 05/20/2026 - 10:38
Rockdale Police Officers made one felony arrest during the past week: • Darnell Benson Jr., 33, Rockdale, was arrested by Lt. Hubnik and Ofc. Meadows for a sexual assault warrant.

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FIRE CALLS

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Wed, 05/20/2026 - 10:38
Rockdale VFD Responded to: • US 79 near CR 347 Loop along with Milano VFD for a one vehicle rollover on May 14 at 5:59 a.m. • 1390 CR 314 for a residential fire along with Milano VFD on May 14 at 7:32 p.m. • Western Hills Road near US 79 for a vehicle on fire on May 16 at 12:55 p.m.

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MILAM COUNTY JAIL LOG

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Wed, 05/20/2026 - 10:38
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. • Bethany Hilda Solomon, 41, Rockdale, burglary of habitation, released.

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MILAM COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT

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Wed, 05/20/2026 - 10:38
Calls for the Milam County Sheriff 's Office dur ing the past week included: Tue sd a y, Ma y 12— Harassment, Briar Lane, Rockdale; disturbance, CR 328; harassment, Houston Avenue, Cameron; medical call, US 79; shooting, US 79; suspicious activity, Moerbe Street, Thorndale; disturbance, US 79;...
REUNION

REUNION

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REUNION

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Wed, 05/20/2026 - 10:38
REUNION

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REUNIONS

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Wed, 05/20/2026 - 10:38
RHS Class of 1976 meets on June 13 RHS Class of 1976 will hold its 50th Class Reunion on June 13 at The Ranch at 5 p.m. The class will also be recognized at Rockdale Homecoming on Sunday, June 14, at 11 a.m.