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Chamber ‘Light Up Rockdale’ annual decorating contest

Chamber ‘Light Up Rockdale’ annual decorating contest

Chamber ‘Light Up Rockdale’ annual decorating contest

The Rockdale Chamber of Commerce’s annual “Light Up Rockdale” Christmas decoration contest for in both residential and business categories is under way. Entrants need to contact the chamber at 512-446-2030 to enter by giving your name or business name and address.

Senior Center seeking gifts for Angel Tree

The Rockdale Senior Center is having their annual Angel Tree this year for Christmas. Director Carolyn Cooper said, “We do not have a tree displayed this year but you can stop by and take a name from our list.
Milam deputy shot at during routine stop, subject in custody

Milam deputy shot at during routine stop, subject in custody

Milam deputy shot at during routine stop, subject in custody

On Dec. 8, at approximately 2:20 a.m., Milam County Deputy Keith Beasley attempted a routine traffic stop, south of Thorndale near Griffith Lane. Immediately, Deputy Beasley’s patrol vehicle was fired upon from inside the violator’s vehicle.
Milam Judge Young honored on Monday

Milam Judge Young honored on Monday

Milam Judge Young honored on Monday

Milam County Judge Steve Young got a surprise at the end of Monday’s Commissioners Court meeting. Unbeknownst to him, several people wanted to honor him for the work he has done for Milam County with a standing- room-only turnout of supporters, family and friends.
Work begins soon on 1895 facade

Work begins soon on 1895 facade

Work begins soon on 1895 facade

Wednesday, Dec. 14 at 11 a.m., the Texas Historical Foundation Director Judy Davis visited Rockdale to tour The 1895 and hosted a presentation of the 2022 THF Michael Duda Architectural Grant awarded to Vision Historic Preservation Foundation.
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Olivares nominated for naval academy RHS senior Tatiana Olivares was nominated by Texas 17th District Congressman Pete Sessions for the prestigious United States Naval Academy after completing a grueling interview session by 14 members of the Academy Selection Board on Nov. 19 in College Station.
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