It is a storm born of butterfly wings

What causes hurricanes? Low pressure weather systems are the main cause. Latent heat rising from water evaporation over warm oceans, not dispersed by wind sheer, that rises and begins to turn by the effects of opposite, plummeting cool air. That’s the main cause.

Extracurricular activities, clubs plentiful at RHS

Rockdale High School currently has around 460 students. For all of these students, being involved is important when trying to make the most of their high school experience.

INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT THE 1895

On Oct. 5, 1895, Rockdale Press Brick Works provided 3,460 bricks for the new Rockdale City Hall. Benjamin and Joseph Loewenstein operated the Rockdale Brick Works and helped build seven other brick business buildings in Rockdale.

Marinating tips, tricks with a zucchini recipe

Marinades can be tricky when it comes to food safety. It is important to remember that if the marinade is contaminated with raw meat, it should be kept away from fresh, ready-to-eat foods.

EXCELLENCE ON THE FIELD

The Rockdale High School Big Blue Bandearned an ‘Excellent’ rating and the Best-in-Class award on Saturday atBrazos Valley Marching Festival in Caldwell. “Thanks to everyone who cameout and supported the band!

MILAM COUNTY JAIL LOG

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.   • Juan Padilla-Macedonig Romo, 49, Cameron, DWI, released on $1,500 bond.

Three felony arrests, four traffic accidents during the past week

Rockdale Police Officers made three felony arrests during the past week including: • Bryan Freeman, 27, Cameron, was arrested by Sgt. Hubnik for burglary of habitation and prohibited substance in a correctional facility. He was transported to Milam County Jail.

FIRE CALLS

Responded to: • 5120 North FM 487 for a report of a grass fire pm Wednesday.   • Rockdale Meat Market for a barbecue pit on fire behind the building on Wednesday.   • US 77/FM 908 for a two-vehicle accident on Friday.   • 400 Hickory Street for a report of a cable wire smoking and melting on Friday.

MILAM COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT

Calls for the Milam County Sheriff’s Department during the past week included: Sept.

ROCKDALE MULTI-SERVICE CENTER MENU

Monday—Salmon croquette, mashed potatoes, broccoli Normandy, banana pudding, roll, milk. Tuesday—Sausage with pepper and onion, Spanish rice, pinto beans, cornbread, cookies, milk. We d ne s d a y— Po t a to-crusted fish, black-eyed peas, potato salad, wheat bread, fruit, milk.