County seeks answers for high-speed internet

Like many rural counties, Milam County is starved for high-speed internet. In some parts of the county, such as Rockdale and Cameron, Zochnet has provided fiber, which allows for the fastest connection. However, other parts of the county have slow speeds or no internet.

Trunk or Treat

Trick-or-treaters were out in force along Main Street in downtown Thorndale on Saturday for the Chamber of Commerce’s Trunk or Treat. “The Chamber planned the event as something good for children on Halloween,” said Chamber board of directors member Dawn Morton.

Water district has help for well owners

Just as anticipated, some landowners in the area of the Vista Ridge well field are experiencing water level declines in their water wells. For the most part, a simple lowering of the pump below the new water level will solve the problem.

DONATION

DONATION—Dusty Albrieght (L) of Albrieght’s Well Service presented Charles Starr, organizer for the Buddy Oney Toy Run, with a $250 check for the annual fundraiser set for Dec. 5. For more information or to make a donation call Starr at 512-540-2561. Photo provided by Charles Starr

4 new COVID-19 cases reported

Testing on Tuesday found four new PCR cases, but no new probable cases. In Thorndale 17 people were tested and all were negative. THE NUMBERS—COVID-19 cases are measured Wednesday to Wednesday.   * Cumulative cases—556, up 7 from 549.   • Active cases (PCR test)—8, which is up from last week’s 7.

Two new COVID-19 cases found Friday

On Friday, Milam County had two new PCR cases and two discharged PCR cases.  There was also had one new probable case and one probable case was discharged from the active list.    Seven individuals in Buckholts were tested with one positive test results.

One new case of COVID -19 reported

Thursday there was one new PCR case and one discharged PCR case reported.  Also there were two new probable cases and one probable case was discharged from the active list.     Eight individuals in Cameron were tested with one positive test result.  Friday's testing is in Buckholts from 8:00 a.m.

Daily COVID-19 testing

Wednesday, there were no new PCR case and one discharged PCR case.  Also there was no new probable cases and two probable cases were discharged from the active list.   We tested seven individuals in Milano with no positive test results.  On Thursday, we will test in Cameron from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.

QUICK LOOK

Turn back time Oct. 31 Yep, it is time to say goodbye to daylight saving and return to standard time. So before you go to bed on Halloween turn back the clock an hour because the change occurs at 2 a.m. DST when it becomes 1 a.m. CST.

Another record-breaking year for fair

Added money gave a big boost to the final total of the Rockdale Fair Association’s livestock auction that benefited the youth of Milam County. This year’s total of $742,905.