Cameron site for fireworks on the Fourth

Yes, the Fourth of July fireworks scheduled for downtown Cameron are still on. But they will be “drivein,” those coming to the area to view fireworks are asked to stay in their vehicles and there are a number of guidelines.

Milam masks mandatory

Citing the “alarming” spike in COVID-19 cases, Milam County Judge Steve Young has imposed a mandatory order for residents to wear masks in public. “Why wouldn’t you do it?” Young asked in a social media announcement Thursday.

Officer cleared in complaint

Rockdale police have closed their investigation into an allegation of “excessive force” against an officer with Police Chief Jerry Meadors terming the charge “completely unfounded.” Brittany Lopez had alleged she was thrown to the sidewalk after a traffic stop.

Rockdale teen dies in Thorndale crash

THORNDALE — A Rockdale teenager was killed Saturday morning in a one-vehicle accident on US 79 just inside the eastern Thorndale city limits. Brandon Lopez, 16, was pronounced dead following the 9:04 a.m. crash on US 79 by Pct. 4 Justice of the Peace Gary Northcott.

Prolonged runoff early voting continues

Early voting continues this week at four locations in Milam County for the July 14 Republican and Democratic Primary runoffs. It’s a much longer period that usual due to the COVID-19 situation, lasting until July 10. Through the first two days, 779 votes were cast countywide in both parties.

41 draw true bills

Forty-one individuals were indicted on 50 counts June 18 by a Milam County Grand Jury. Last week The Reporter ran a story on the indictment of 70-year-old Frances Arline Valdez for murder in connection with the 2019 death of her daughter, 25-year-old Valerie Valdez.

FROZEN DINNERS

FROZEN DINNERS—From left, Henry Sams, Jeanene Thompson and Albert Isom load up frozen dinners for distribution to senior citizens at the Rockdale Senior Citizens Center Thursday. A total of 72 free frozen dinners were distributed Thursday and Friday.