Lent teaches us the meaning of ‘repent’

The season of Lent is a time for soul-searching. Let me tell you a story. It happened at one of our state universities. Since the classes were large and impersonal the instructor made it a custom to begin each semester by having the students introduce themselves.

EVERBRIDGE NOTIFICATION SYSTEM IS UP AND RUNNING

43 CASES PRESENTED TO GRAND JURY

The following 43 cases were presented to the GRAND JURY and indicted as True Bills with no “No Bills” on February 16, 2023:     CLIFFORD VICTOR STANLEY.

Hoyle knows the meaning of hard work

One meaning of the word resistance is the refusal to comply or accept something that is adverse. While resilience refers to the ability to recover or overcome challenges faced.

School board praises staff for actions

At Monday night’s RISD school board meeting Superintendent Dr. Denise Monzingo reported on the incident that t ook place at the high school last week. She shared the quick response times of the local first responders and implementation of the district's emergency operation plan.

Farmers’ market promises to be a big hit

On Saturday, March 4, the first farmers’ market of 2023 promises something for everyone with a list of vendors and organizations participating.

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RYBA to hold fundraiser Saturday The Rockdale Youth Baseball Association will hold its annual chili fundraiser at The Ranch on Saturday, starting at 11 a.m., with all proceeds going to maintenance and facility costs throughout the season.

RJH’s principles of agriculture, food, natural resources class

Principles of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources is a CTE eighth-grade course that covers different sectors of agriculture throughout the year. Students are exposed to many different areas of agriculture, which gives them the opportunity to find out what their interests might be.

UIL band solo and ensemble contest results

On Saturday, Feb. 18, several Rockdale High School band members participated in the UIL Region 26/18 Band Solo and Ensemble Contest held at Smithville High School.

Welcome

Rockdale Estates and Rehabilitation is the newest business to join the Rockdale Chamber. A ribbon cutting was held Thursday to welcome them into the fold.