GAUSE NEWS

“Spring showers bring May flowers.” Remember that saying? If that’s true, there will be plenty of flowers in May! We will have flowers all over the place because Addy will want to pick them and put them in a vase. Gause ISD will have an early release on Feb. 12.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

Jan. 27—Jesica Rickman. Feb. 3—Jeff Zapata.

Bigfoot hunting licenses may soon be needed in Oklahoma

Just about every state requires hunters to purchase licenses before they can stalk their prey; they have seasons, as well. Well now, the state of Oklahoma just may become the first to establish a season for licensed hunters out on the hunt for Bigfoot. Yep, you read that right, Bigfoot.

MILAM COUNTY COURTHOUSE RECORDS

Milam County courthouse records for Jan. 14-22. Compiled from public records available at milam.tx.publicsearch.us. Warranty Deeds Gifford L. Champion and Rita Champion to H. David Nelams and Shanna Nelams – 4.39 acres, Miguel Davila Survey 13. Linda K. Walters to Arie Clayton Britt and Linda G.

Donating blood during the pandemic

Donating blood is a selfless act that saves lives. Blood donors may recognize the vital role they play in patient care, but many may wonder if it’s safe to donate blood during the pandemic.

Area bank announces in-house promotions

Citizens National Bank, a Central Texas community financial institution, announced three leadership promotions at its January board meeting, including one involving the president of the Rockdale branch. Jim Morse was appointed as the portfolio risk manager.

Rockdale ISD graduate gets named University of Houston vice president

Rockdale native Daniel Villanueva has been named the University of Houston-Downtown’s new vice president of enrollment management. He will assume the role Feb. 1.

2021 Master Gardeners

The Little River Basin Master Gardeners of Milam County installed officers for this year.

State board okays 2021 Regional Water Plans

The Texas Water Development Board has approved the 2021 Regional Water Plans, which will form the basis of the 2022 State Water Plan.

TSTC selected for apprenticeship project

Texas State Technical College’s Auto Collision and Management Technology program has been selected for the Automotive Collision Engineering Pilot Program. The program’s purpose is to have students get realworld experience as they learn in classes to go into the collision repair industry.