ACTIVE SHOOTER DRILLS

ACTIVE SHOOTER DRILLS—The Milam County Sheriff’s Department, along with their partner agencies, will again have active shooter drills next week in Cameron on Monday and in Milano on Wednesday.

Speakers announced for Groundwater Summit set for Aug. 18th in Caldwell

The 2022 Milam and Burleson Counties Groundwater Summit has been set for Aug. 18 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. All are encouraged to attend. The summit is free and open to the public with lunch provided. It will be held at the Caldwell Civic Center at 103 TX-21 in Caldwell.

MÉXICO

MÉXICO—Reporter sportswriter Wynton Thomason recently went on vacation to our neighbor to the south and recorded photos of his travels to San Miguel de Allende, Mexico City and Monterrey. See photos on page 6B.

San Miguel, Masek to attend leadership camp

Cruz San Migel (Rockdale High School) and Madison Masek (Thorndale High School), incoming juniors, have been selected to attend RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Award) Camp. The RYLA program is an intensive training experience for incoming juniors and seniors.

THE CONCRETE WORK CONTINUES

THE CONCRETE WORK CONTINUES—Tx D O T ’s downtown Rockdale project continues with concrete being poured on the south side of US 79 in front of Citizens National Bank and in front of the old Gaither Ford building which now houses L&L Food Salvage.

Refreshing summer sippers and a grilled veggie recipe

Upgrade your standard iced tea! This Peachy Mint Iced Tea with Lemon is the perfect way to add a light flavor to your regular go-to. Peachy Mint Iced Tea with Lemon 40 ounces water divided 5 bags black tea 1 medium peach pitted and sliced 1.

4-H’er Miller attends state water ambassador training

Milam County 4-H member, Robert Miller, attended the State Water Ambassador Training the week of June 27th. Robert has served as a State Water Ambassador last 4-H year and will be entering in his second term this year.

County 4-H enrollment starts Sept. 1

Milam County 4-H will start enrollment on September 1st. You can enroll online by going to www. join4h.com and select the Join 4-H link on the front page. Enrollment for 4-H members is $25 per member and $10 per volunteer. We have a variety of 4-H projects and opportunities for you to do in 4-H.

Four arrested on felony charges

Rockdale police officers made four felony arrests during the past week including: • David Campbell, 37, Rockdale, was arrested on Thursday by Ofc. Hensley for two charges of assault on a peace officer/judge, attempt to take weapon from peace officer and resisting arrest.

FIRE CALLS

Rockdale VFD Responded to: • 541 South FM 487 for a one-vehicle accident blocking the roadway. • 3731 East US 79 along with AMR and the Milam County Sheriff’s Office for an accident. • 409 Walnut Street for the smell of gas. • CR 313 and 313A for a large grass fire of over 200 acres.