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Cameron youths charged in burglary spree
Two 14-year-old Cameron boys remain in jail this morning after authorities say they went on a two-week burglary spree that spanned two counties.
Law enforcement canine Char dies
Well-known and sometimes under-appreciated, one of Milam County's two law enforcement canines passed this week.
Autopsy confirms man's drowning
An autopsy has confirmed that a Rockdale man found dead in June drowned, the Milam County Sheriff's Office said.
County panel to study 'adult business' ordinances
A four-member committee is now studying regulatory options for Milam County as commissioners grapple with the possibility of an "adult business" being located near Rockdale.
Vandalism probe clears old criminal trespass case
Police have closed the books on an investigation which led to the arrest of two adults and three juveniles in connection with a vandalism spree, a probe which has now cleared an old case in which a diving board ...
Jubilee Days, Rockdale's annual mid-summer celebration, featuring pro rodeo action and weekend dances, has a different look and definitely a tasty aroma this time around.
'Unacceptable' drawdowns eyed within water district
Needs of water-thirsty Central Texans are looming as a potential problem for the Post Oak Savannah Groundwater Conservation District , which is charged with keeping Milam and Burleson counties' underground ...
20-year prison term assessed in Milam's largest crack bust
A 28-year-old Rockdale man arrested Feb. 8, 2007, in what law officers termed Milam County's largest-ever crack cocaine bust, was assessed a 20-year prison term last week by 20th District Judge Ed Magre.
Alcoa's profit drops but tops Street forecasts
Aluminum producer Alcoa Tuesday posted a better-than-expected quarterly profit, lifting its shares, as higher aluminum prices and sales volumes offset increased costs.
Parts of KXAN viewing area now designated in worst possible drought status
The federal government's drought monitoring agencies Thursday placed a large part of the Central Texas area in what's considered a D4, or "Exceptional," drought intensity category.
T. Flemming has accepted a City Manager position with the town of Sundown, located about 30 miles west of Lubbock, he announced this week.
Kristiana Hamilton loves teaching, but it hasn't always been that way. Growing up, Southwood Valley Elementary School's new principal said, she was willing to do anything but teach.
A 29-year-old area resident was reported in stable condition in Scott & White Hospital after a Monday incident in which he was shot in the stomach, apparently by a motorist he had stopped to help.
Rockdale Man Arrested After Crime Spree
A Rockdale man's crime spree came to an end when police arrested 23-year-old David Preston Campbell inside a Wal-Mart store.
Unauthorized use charge filed after vehicle's return
An unauthorized use of a vehicle charge was filed Thursday after an incident involving a vehicle which was returned to its owner.
Visit to schools impressed author
I am a children's author and entertainer. Close to a decade ago, my wife and I took on the task of getting people excited about reading, especially elementary schoolchildren.
Trustees OK lower budget, foresee no tax increase
So far, that is. Supt. Walter Pond noted that the district does not yet have its final certified taxable values.
Alcoa To Idle Half Of Output At Rockdale Aluminum Smelter
You know that buying a stock makes you part owner of a company, theoretically with millions of other people.
Hidden Camera Captures Central Texas Trash Dumpers
A hidden digital camera helped Milam County authorities captured five residents suspected of illegally dumping trash.
Like most towns, Rockdale has had good years and bad years. This is the 10-year annivesary of one of the worst.