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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2013

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Water bills raising ire of some customers

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Veterans Day closings listed for Monday While many businesses will remain open Monday there will be some closings for Veterans Day. Financial institutions will close, as will the post office. City Hall will close Monday and the city library, which is always closed on Mondays, will close Saturday to observe the holiday. There will be garbage pickup Monday and it will stay on regular schedule all week. Area schools will remain open Monday and there will be numerous Veterans Day programs. (See story this page.)

American Legion bike run Saturday Rockdale American Legion Carlyle Post 358 will host a motorcycle fun run on Saturday, to raise funds for completion of the new post building. Registration will start at 10 a.m. at VFW Post 6525 in Rockdale (West US 79), with the first bike out at 11:30 a.m and last bike in at 5 p.m. Cost is $20 per rider ($25 with passenger). T-shirts for the event will be $20. Stops are in Thorndale, Taylor, Apache Pass, Noack and Cliff’s Tavern. Food will be provided at the end of the run at the VFW Post and there will also be an auction. FMI: Les Davenport, 512-760-7436.

CRIME BEAT Warrant issued after counterfeiting gang hits Rockdale businesses, 3A.

SPIKED The Lady Tigers went down fighting in an area playoff loss, SPORTS

FATALITY Gatesville woman killed in Saturday collision on US 79 in Gause, 4A.

WEATHER THURSDAY

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INDEX Classifieds....................... 4D-8D Commentary.....................6B-7B Education..............................3B Faith.....................................4B Farm & Home.........................1D Lifestyle.................................1B Newsbriefs.............................4A Obituaries..............................3D Organizations.........................5A Sports..............................1C-5C

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City: ‘We read meters and don’t estimate’ By MIKE BROWN Reporter Editor

Reporter/Mike Brown

‘Lake Luckey’ has formed numerous times outside the home on FM 908 where Bill Luckey has lived for 32 years. Even though his house is a mile from the Brushy Creek Bridge, overflow water backs up into adjacent fields. It’s reached his fence, like it did Friday (right), many times and once went to his front door.

Livin’ on the lake, occasionally Fish, sightseers and driftwood replace drought for weekend By MIKE BROWN Reporter Editor

ill Luckey steps around the barricade and begins to walk through his “front yard.” It’s actually not his front yard. That stops back there at the fence. He’s walking down FM 908, but it begins to disappear under tons of water just a few yards away. “Today I live on the lake,” he grins. “You want to see Lake Luckey?” He only sees “Lake Luckey” on days like Friday. Heavy rainfall rumbled through Central Texas overnight Wednesday. While Rockdale only got 2.38 inches, according to KRXT-FM, almost a dozen inches fell on portions of Williamson and Travis Counties. That’s the headwaters, and upstream

drainage, for Brushy Creek, which barrels into Milam County from the northwest during heavy rainfalls, then comes up against the swollen San Gabriel River, which in turn gets clogged up with the swollen Little River. Where does the excess water go? Pretty much everywhere in the bottomland complex that is Central Milam County. Part of FM 487 was also under water on Friday, as the San Gabriel overflowed its banks in the lowlands around Valhalla Farms and at the bridge. HISTORY LESSON—Luckey has seen it all before, many times. “I’ve lived here since 1981,” he said, reaching the last dry part of the pavement and looking back toward his fence. “I’ve seen it like this a lot of years, right up to my fence like it is now.” Luckey, who is a former manager of the Rockdale Chamber of Commerce, has had some occasions to worry. “It got up to my door once,” he recalled. “I’d open the door and I was on the shore of the ‘lake.’ But it didn’t get in the house.” He’s heard ancestors talk about “the big one” though. “In 1921 they say the water was up to the

top of that hill.” Luckey points back toward Rockdale to a crest well beyond his house. “We’d be way below the water’s surface where we’re standing right now.” The 1921 flood claimed 63 lives, drowned an estimated 90 percent of the livestock in Central Milam County and even altered the shape of the land in the river bottoms. RESCUES—Nothing like that happened this time around in Milam County, but places to the west weren’t as fortunate. At least five deaths were blamed on flooding in the Austin to Lockhart area and about 1,100 persons were evacuated in South Austin when normally placid Onion Creek went on a rampage. Some of that water eventually ended up in Bill Luckey’s “front yard.” Closer to home, North Milam County received more than twice as much rainfall as the Rockdale area and the Cameron Volunteer Fire Department had a pair of high water rescues early Thursday on FM 485. A Cameron woman was pulled from her car after her vehicle stalled out on a flooded bridge. See LAKE LUCKEY, page 8A

Veterans, Monday is your day in area Citywide rally set for football field Monday is Veterans Day and there are plenty of activities in the Rockdale area centered around a giant 1:45 p.m. citywide rally at Tiger Field. There are also Veterans Day events in Milano, Thorndale and Lexington. EARLY START—Veterans can get an early start on the day at Thorndale’s Hill-Johnson VFW Post 4009 on FM 486. The post will hold a flag-raising at 6:30 a.m., followed by a short program and breakfast.

“A l l a r e a veterans and their families are invited to attend,” Marjorie Menzel, spokesperson, said. M I L A NO, LHS—Next comes a 9 a.m. Veterans Day program in the Milano High School gym with all area veterans invited to attend. A reception for veterans follows the ceremony. There’s also an outdoor community-wide Veterans Day rally at Eagle Stadium in Lexington at

10 a.m. V e t e r a n s a nd c om munity members are invited to attend. LU NCH— Veterans, and their spouses, will be treated to a free luncheon at the Rockdale Junior-High Commons, according to Angela White, RJH counselor. That lunch will get under way at 12-noon and will also include a short program by junior-high students. “We’d like to know how many veterans will attend the luncheon,

so if you are planning to attend, please call the junior-high at 512-430-6100 and let us know in advance,” White said. RALLY—The days activities will conclude with the second annual citywide rally at Tiger Field, an event that drew an estimated 1,750 persons in 2012, including virtually every student enrolled in the Rockdale ISD. “The communities of Rockdale and all surrounding areas are invited to attend,” Allen Sanders, RISD community relations director, said. All campuses will have a part See VETERANS, page 6A

Some Rockdale water customers are convinced increases in their October water bills are the result of the city estimating usage instead of reading meters. City officials are just as adamant that they don’t estimate, never lie to customers and recent increases for some reflect new, higher, water rates, designed to start funding a multi-year project to finally rid Rockdale of its notorious red water problems. And a major change is coming. New electronic water meters are to be installed over the winter, meters the city says will “eliminate the human element” but could also change bills significantly. At the heart of the disagreement—which might get an airing at the Nov. 18 council session if a fiery Internet info exchange between disgruntled customers over the past week is any indication—is a matter of trust. ‘ESTIMATES’—Some customers accuse the city of lying about whether it actually reads every meter or makes monthly estimates for at least some. Among the charges on the Internet thread: • Water bill goes from $39 to $180 every other month. • One patron called the city to question water readings, said city employees responded and could See METERS, page 6A

Sex assault charge filed Wednesday

An 18-year-old Rockdale High School senior, a starting linebacker on the Tiger varsity football team, turned himself in at the police station Wednesday morning to face a charge of aggravated sexual assault of a child. Bond for James Castilleja was being set at presstime. Lt. J. D. Newlin said the charge involves “consensual sex” with a 12-year-old female. “The age of the girl is the only reason this charge is being filed,” Newlin said. “There was no force involved or anything like that.” Newlin said the charge is in connection with one encounter in September. “Child Protective Ser vices became aware of the encounter while investigating another matter,” Newlin said. “Robert Hollas of CPS called police and we took the case from there.”

Saturday first filing day for ‘14 primaries Saturday is the first day to file for the 2014 Republican and Democratic Primaries and the field of announced candidates has grown by two more during the week. County Judge David Barkemeyer has announced he will seek another term and will be a candidate in the March 4 Republican Primary. Also announcing as a GOP candidate was Kim Stewart. She is seeking the Precinct 3 Justice of the Peace post currently held by Republican Andy Isaacs. Their candidate statements are on page 5B. Two weeks ago, Jay Beathard announced he would seek the GOP nomination for Precinct 3 constable. That post is currently

held by Republican Carol Wells. Kyle Deal, interim chair of the Milam County Republican Party, said on Saturday the party will open the Williams Civic Center in Cameron between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. for the convenience of candidates who wish to file. “Candidates may contact me at 254-627-9349,” he said. Deal said a GOP headquarters location will be announced later. The Milam Republican Executive Committee will meet Tuesday to select a permanent successor to Bill Whitmire, who resigned last month. DEMOCRATS—Milam County Democratic Chair Richard Stone said although the party See FILING, page 6A

Reporter/Mike Brown

IT’S A GAS—Gasoline prices ticked below $3 a gallon in Rockdale over the weekend, for regular, returning to levels of five and a half years ago. Declining oil prices and the lack of Gulf Coast hurricanes got part of the credit, analysts said. Prices first went above $3 per gallon in Rockdale in February, 2008.

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‘Funny money’ rash hits town; warrant issued for one suspect What police described as “an experienced” gang of counterfeiters blew through Rockdale last week, passing about a dozen bills at several businesses. Working with the Bee Caves Police Department in the Austin area, Rockdale police believe they have identified a 24-year-old Bastrop woman as one of the suspects and have issued a warrant for her arrest. Ernessia Yvonne Caro of Bastrop is being sought on charges of forgery by passing and engaging in organized criminal activity. Lt. J. D. Newlin of the Rockdale Police Department said two women and three men were involved in passing the counterfeit money. Businesses hit included Texas Burger/Subway, McDonald’s, and Brookshire Bros. “We know they were also at Dollar General in Thorndale and Golden Chick in Cameron,” Newlin said. He said nine phony 50-dollar bills and a pair of fake 20s were passed in Rockdale. “Not all of the tries were successful,” he said. “In some cases, they ordered food and left before the order was prepared because employees got suspicious.” Newlin said the counterfeit money was “pretty good” but would have been easily detectable with proper training. (See separate story.) “It wasn’t done on an inkjet printer like some of the cruder tries we’ve seen” he said. “But the paper was waxy and if it had been held up to the light it was obviously phony.” ARRESTS—Felony arrests made dur ing t he past week included: • Michael Huckaby, 18, Thorndale, and Chelsea Elizabeth

POLICE REPORT Snyder, 22, Warren, Pennsylvania, possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine), stemming from traffic stop, each was released after posting $5,000 bond. • Mar yann Montalbo, 34, Buckholts, fabricating physician evidence, Temple PD warrant for theft ($1,500 to $20,000), in custody on $45,000 bond. • John D. Johnson, 32, Rockdale, assault-family violence of family member/impeding breath, released after posting $20,000 bond. • Zelma Mitchell, 58, Rockdale, Lee County warrant for failure to appear on charge of theft (less than $1,500) with prior convictions, released after posting $20,000 bond. ACCIDENTS—Police investigated five traffic crashes during the past week. Vehicles operated by Robert Morris of Rockdale and Nathan

Batten of Milano were in collision at 11:22 a.m. Thursday at the Main-Cameron (FM 908-US 79) intersection. No injuries were reported and damages were listed as minor to moderate. Vehicles operated by Joshua Cornelius and Joshua Simank of Rockdale were in collision at 9:22 p.m. Thursday in the 700 block of Rockdale Road, Police said there were no injuries and damages were minor to moderate, according to police. Minor damages, and no injuries, were reported at 3:45 p.m. Friday at the Meadow-Pecos intersection. Drivers were listed as Garrett Pounders and Kelsey Hornung, both of Rockdale. Vehicles operated by Robert Buchanan of Rockdale and Ray Martinez of Schertz were in collision at 5:42 p.m. Saturday near Miller-Starnes Chevrolet-Buick. Police said there were no injuries and listed damages as “minor.” Minor damages, and no injuries, were reported at 6:30 a.m. Monday near US 79 and FM 487, Drivers were listed as Meighann King and James Wells, according to police.

Counterfeit seminar?

Police will train businesses to avoid fakes

“Begging” isn’t quite the right word but police really want to train Rockdale businesses how to avoid getting stuck with a fist full of “funny money” from counterfeiters after the recent spree (above). “We’ve tried for years to get business owners to contact us, so we can come down and show employees the basics of distinguishing between counterfeit money and the real thing,” Lt. J. D. Newlin said. “It’s not that hard,” he added. “You can literally hold a bill up to the light and see if it contains a watermark, hologram of the appropriate president and stripes. The bills passed recently had none of those.” Anyone interested is invited to call police at 512-446-3436.

MILAM COUNTY JAIL LOG Here is the jail log from Nov. 29-Nov. 4 from the Milam County Sheriff’s Department. Jail logs list all persons charged with offenses through the county jail docket. Charges may change during the process. Persons are presumed innocent until convicted in a court of law. • Matthew Lee Vargas, 27, Cameron, capias pro fine/no driver’s license, capias pro fine/speeding, fined $516 and released. • Jason Allan Harris, 34, Magnolia, two counts indecency with child by sexual contact, capias pro fine/failure to maintain financial responsibility, fined $1,051, in custody on $40,000 bond. • Zelma Elaine Mitchell, 58, Rockdale, theft of property (less than $1,500) with two or more previous convictions, released on $20,000 bond. • Beverly Ann Edwards, 49, Cameron, criminal trespass,

released on $1,500 bond. • Enrique Ybarra, 33, Grand Prairie, non-payment of child support/Order of Attorney General, in custody. • Gregory Edward Strelsky, 19, Rockdale, possession of dangerous drug, released on $5,000 bond. • Juan Castillo Saucedo, 66, Cameron, served district commitment for DWI-third or more offense. • Mary Ann Montalbo, 34, Buckholts, tampering with physical evidence with intent to impair, out-of-county theft of property ($1,500 to $20,000), in custody on $45,000 bond. • Bennie Moreno Salazar, 47, Cameron, serving commitment for criminal trespass. • Zakeriah Travis Diggs, 35, Belton, burglary of building, released on $15,000 bond. • Brian Keith Matejka, 40,

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BIG STEP FOR KAY—Handicap-accessible doors is one of the big requirements Rockdale’s restored Kay Theatre needs to be licensed to host public events and work on installation began this week. Dennis Owens (standing) and Stan Burgess of DO Welding began work on Monday. The Rockdale City Council recently approved the Municipal Development District’s (MDD) request to expend $4,000 from hotel-motel tax funds for the project.

Weather-related calls for sheriff The Mi la m C ou nt y Sher iff ’s Department was among the many agencies responding to weather-related calls last Wednesday as a major storm moved through North Milam County. Deputies were called out nine times, mostly to locations in the northern part of the county as extensive rainfall stranded motorists and closed roads. S t r a nde d motor i s t s were reported on FM 485 west of Cameron, south of Rogers near the Milam-Bell county line and County Road 145A near Yarrelton. Deputies checked out water over the road reports on County Roads 402 and 406, FM 485, US 77 north of Burlington and US 77 south of Rockdale CA LLS—Calls dispatched from the Milam County Sheriff’s Department during the past week were listed as follows: Oct. 29—Warrant service, CR 144, Cameron area; requesting to speak to deputy, North Crockett, Cameron area; trespass, CR 374, Milano. Oct. 30—Welfare concern, CR 440, Rockdale area; requesting to speak to deputy, CR 139; information, East FM 485; request to speak to deputy, Milano school; welfare concern, East Avenue F; welfare concern West Avenue D, Milano; welfare check, North US 77; complaint, CR 342, Milano area; stranded motorist, FM 485 West, Cameron area; break in, CR 374, Milano area; medical alarm, East 8th Street, Cameron; water over road, CR 402. Thursday—Stranded motorist, Rogers area; water on roadway, North US 77, Burlington area; suspicious vehicles, CR 240, Cameron area; request to speak to deputy, North Crockett, Cameron; water roadway, West FM 485, Cameron area; water on roadway, South US 77, Rockdale area; information, CR 315, Rockdale; water over road, West FM 485, Cameron area; water over road, CR 406; information,

SHERIFF’S REPORT Calhoun, Rockdale area; missing cattle, FM 1445, Burlington area; animal nuisance, CR 330; suspicious male, Milam County Sheriff’s Office lobby, Cameron; threats, North Crockett; burglar alarm, CR 105; vehicle blocking roadway, US 79, Gause area; assist other agency, Rockdale area; civil matter, South FM 1915; property damage, CR 321; suspicious activity, CR 457; break in, CR 238A; stranded motorist, CR 145A, Yarrelton area; medical call, CR 418, Davilla area. Friday—Warrant service, Riley Street, Rockdale area; road hazard, FM 2269; information, CR 2269, Cameron area; missing cattle, CR 405; road hazard, FM 485, Yarrelton area; suspicious activity, PR 5403, Davilla area; medical call, TX 36, Cameron area; road hazard, FM 485 West; vandalism, FM 845, Cameron area; abandoned vehicle, US 190; request to speak to deputy, North US 77, Cameron area; criminal trespass notice, Oaklawn, Rockdale area; welfare concern, CR 314, Rockdale area; burn ban violation, Milano area; assist Cameron Police Department, Cameron area; suspicious vehicle, CR 113. Saturday—Request to speak to deputy, unknown area; road hazard, FM 485 West; welfare concern, CR 412, Rockdale area; theft, CR 443, Thorndale area; theft, CR 232 Loop, Minerva area; information, West FM 485, Cameron area; abandoned vehicle, West FM 485; request to speak to deputy, US 79, Milano area; loud music, Whip-O-Will, Rockdale area; disturbance, Nor th 4th Street, Buckholts area; animal welfare, FM 2095, Cameron area; stolen property, South US 77, Cameron area; arrest made, CR 230, Cameron area; abandoned vehicle, FM

437, Davilla area. Sunday—Suspicious person, Avenue G, Buckholts; animal nuisance, Praesel Addition, Rockdale area; medical call, CR 203 Loop, Cameron area; disturbance, CR 432, Thorndale area; theft, Oaklawn, Rockdale area; request to speak to deputy, CR 355 Loop, Gause area; criminal mischief, Buckholts area; family matter, Beverly Drive, Rockdale area. Monday—Request to speak to deputy, Elm Creek Bridge, Cameron area; suspicious vehicle, South 10th Street, Buckholts; theft, Rockdale area; civil matter, North US 77, Burlington area; information, FM 2095, Cameron area; found dog, East US 79, Milano area; medical call, FM 2095, Hanover area; scam at tempt, Nor th Holly, Gause area; trespassers, CR 418, Davilla area; scam attempt, Ben Milam Road, Cameron area; family matter, East US 79, Milano area; request to speak to deputy, FM 1712; disturbance, CR 402; welfare check, North US 77; family matter, CR 402, Dav illa area; threats, Circle Drive, Gause; suspicious person/ vehicle, East FM 485, Maysfield area; medical call, East US 79. There were also nine loose livestock calls for the sheriff’s department during the week. CRIME STOPPERS—Tips on any crime listed above, or any other crime, may be phoned in to Milam County, toll-free, at 1-888-697-TIPS (8477). A reward of up to $1,000 may be paid for tips. All calls to the CrimeStoppers system are anonymous and no one will ask your name. Those giving tips will receive a number and will be referred to in all future correspondence with that number. Tipsters now have the option of giving us tips online on a secure site. Go to the website http:// milamcounty.crimestoppersweb. com for information on submitting tips.

Rockdale, failure to appear/criminal mischief ($1,500 to $20,000), out of county failure to appear/ criminal mischief ($50 to $500), out of county/failure to appear/ trespass, released on $15,000 bond. • Randolph Phillip Mayfield, 27, Rockdale, theft of property ($1,500 to $20,000), in custody on $10,000 bond. • John D. Johnson, 32, Rockdale, assault of family/house member impeding breath/circulation, released on $20,000 bond. • Rachel Danielle Tomek, 21, Buckholts, out of county theft of property ($50 to $500), released on $2,000 bond. • Korey James Boothe, 24, Thorndale, bench warrant/intoxicated assault with vehicle causing serious bodily injury, in custody. • Arturo Arraz, 42, Odessa, displaying fictitious motor vehicle registration, out of county failure to appear/driving while intoxicated (second offense), in custody on $12,000 bond. • Chelsea Elizabeth Snyder, 22, Rockdale, possession of controlled substance (less than one gram), released on $5,000 bond. • Michael Dale Huckabay Jr., 18, Thorndale, possession of controlled substance (less than one gram), released on $5,000 bond. • Luis Miguel Garcia, 29, Cameron, capias pro fine/no driver’s license, capias pro fine/possession of drug paraphernalia, fined $582.40, in custody. • Jeffrey Alan Stifflemire, 46, Belton, possession of drug paraphernalia, criminal trespass, in custody. • Stephanie Kelly Henry, 30, Belton, criminal trespass, possession of drug paraphernalia, in custody, no bond. • Chase Allen Griffith, 24, Dav illa, prohibited weapon (switchblade/knuckles), assault Reporter/Mike Brown causing bodily injury/family vioWater over road at Valhalla Farms on FM 487 was the kind of call that kept deputies busy. lence, in custody on $2,500 bond. There were also five persons housed for Coryell County during the week.

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7 • Richards Memorial Auxiliary, noon, hospital cafeteria, 446-2181 • Milam Co. Triad, 9am, Milano Community Center, 455-3635 • Senior Exercise, 10:30am, Senior Center, 446-2666 • New Salem EEA, 2pm, New Salem Clubhouse, 446-2704 • Alzheimer’s Caregivers support group, 2pm, Renaissance Villa, 446-2548 • Milano Lions Club, 7pm, Milano Civic Center • Kountry Squares square dancing, 7:30-9pm, Thorndale Chamber of Commerce, 512-898-5192 • Masonic Lodge, 7:30pm, Lodge #414 AF&AM, 229 Cameron, 4465264

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8 Rockdale Tigers vs. Caldwell 7:30pm Kickoff at Caldwell GO BIG BLUE! • Senior Birthday Party, 10:30am, Senior Center, 446-2666 • NA meeting, 7pm, St. John’s UMC, kitchen, rear entrance, Mark Kennedy, 446-0900

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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12 • Senior Exercise, 10:30am, Senior Center, 446-2666 • Rotary Club, 12-noon, New Salem Clubhouse at Rockdale Fair Park • Heaven’s Highway Riders monthly meeting, meal 6pm, meeting, 7pm, Taqueria Banda’s, FMI 512-2298684 • Boy Scout Troop 790, 6:30pm, Murray St. Church of Christ • MARC board, 6:30pm, 1705 Pecos, 446-2190 • Rockdale Historical Society, 6pm, Rockdale I&GN Depot Museum, 446-4007 • Milano Water Supply Corp, 7pm, WSC bldg #6, 455-2692 • Black Jack Cert Team meeting, 7:00pm, dept. meeting, 7:30pm, fire station • AA, 8pm, St. John’s UMC kitchen, rear entrance, 446-3150

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SCARY STORY TIME—Well, not really. The participants at the city library’s weekly story time last Wednesday favored endearing costumes over the more spooky variety. Led by assistant librarian Karen Newton—left, costumed as Glinda the Good Witch of the South from “The

Wizard of Oz”—the children, and moms, enjoyed a Halloween party after the story. Story Time is free and continues each Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. upstairs at the library. The event is for children pre-kindergarten age and younger.

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GAUSE—A 39-year-old Gatesville woman died Saturday in a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of US 79 and Farm to Market Road 2095 in Gause. According to Trooper J. C. Brooks, Zina Pitts was the driver of a 2011 Chevrolet Cruze and was turning from FM 2095 onto US 79 when her vehicle was in collision with a westbound 2009 Dodge pickup driven by Nabil Silvey, 33, of Milano. Brooks said the Chevrolet had come to a

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stop at the stop sign, then proceeded to make a left turn onto the US 79. He said Silvey, who was not injured, attempted to take evasive action but the pickup struck the car. Brooks said both drivers were wearing seat belts. Damages to both vehicles were termed extensive. Justice of the Peace Andy Isaacs was called to the scene and pronounced Pitts dead.

The Gause Volunteer Fire Department was initially called to the crash at 12:43 p.m. and the Milano VFD was summoned 12 minutes later. The Milano VFD removed the body with a jaws of life apparatus. According to the DPS, the crash was the only one investigated during the past week in southern Milam County. Several calls were made to northern part of Milam County during last week’s flooding.

NEWSBRIEFS welcome to contact CAP members Thanksgiving dinner with neighJohn Hughes at 512-947-3191 or bors and friends.” Bob Wilson at 512-446-5700. Fischer said delivery to shut-ins is also available if reservations are called in by 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Community outreach dinner set for Nov. 23rd Nov. 26 at 446-5090.

Rockdale’s annual Community Thanksgiving Outreach luncheon is set for 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 23 at the Family Life Center of First Baptist Church. The free Thanksgiving meal, with all the trimmings, will be provided to eat in, take out or will be delivered to ill, shut-ins and families without transportation. CAPARO sets meeting To place a family on the delivery Monday at Alcoa Lake list, call Pam King at 512-543 The Community Advisory Pan- 5003, Vera Rivers at 512-430el to Alcoa’s Rockdale Operations 0398 or Pearlie Mack at 446-6626. (CAPARO) will meet on Monday, Nov. 11, for an update from Alcoa First Christian plans on business, environment, and safety matters and the annual Thanksgiving luncheon First Christian Church will report on emissions. The 6 to 8:30 p.m. meeting will again host its annual free Thanksbe held at the Alcoa Lake Train- giving luncheon, according to John Elbert Fischer, spokesman. ing Center near Rockdale. Observers are welcome. Res- “The meal will be held from ervations by Thursday, Nov. 7 are 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the church, encouraged. Contact CAPARO located at the corner of Bell and facilitator Diane Sheridan at 800- Scarbrough,” he said. 484-9212 x 4127 or DBSheridan@ “Everyone is invited,” Fischer

CORRECTION Pastor James Br y mer was incorrectly identified as Gary Jackson in a photo caption in last week’s Reporter.

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Annual Thanksgiving service at Forest Grove Rockdale’s annual Community Thanksgiving Service will be held at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 26 at Forest Grove Christian Church. Rev. Adam Stranznicky of St. John’s United Methodist will deliver the message. Music will be a combined community choir directed by JoAnn Bradford of Rising Star Baptist Church. All persons of all denominations are invited to attend. Rockdale Ministerial Alliance will hold its monthly meeting at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13, at First Baptist Church.

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WEATHER Rockdale records are recorded at the studios of KRXT radio High Low Rain Tuesday 82 67 — Wednesday 82 72 0.26 Thursday 81 56 2.43 83 52 0.03 Friday Saturday 71 49 — Sunday 70 43 — Monday 67 57 — TOTAL 2.72

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WILLIE-N-FRANKIE—Briana Wright as Frankie Stein and J.J. Vargas as Willie Robertson of Duck Dynasty were winners of the best costumes Taken from community calendars. at the First Assembly of God Trunk-N-Treat. Each received a $10 gift For additions, call 446-5838. card to McDonald’s.

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NUNSENSE—Sisters Mary Hubert (Mona Butala), Amnesia (Amanda Tyson) and Robert Anne (Tia Rae Stone) perform a raucous rendition of “The Nutcracker” in a scene from Milam Community Theater’s production of “Nuncrackers, The Nunsense Christmas Musical.” The rollicking musical comedy about a group of stage-struck nuns from New Jersey has final performances Saturday and Sunday at the Williams Event Center in Cameron. Showtime Saturday is 8 p.m. and the curtain rises for the final show at 2 p.m Sunday. Tickets are $15, $12 for students and will be available at the door.

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‘American Legion post’s motorcycle run Saturday Rockdale American Legion Carlyle Post 358 will host a motorcycle fun run on Saturday, Nov. 9 as a fund-raiser to help with the completion of the new post building. Registration will start at 10 a.m. at VFW Post 6525 in Rockdale (West US 79), with the first bike out at 11:30 a.m and last bike in at 5 p.m. Cost is $20 per rider ($25 with passenger). T-shirts for the event will be $20. Riders will start from VFW Post 6525 and make stops at Brushy Creek in Thorndale, Cactus Rose in Taylor, Apache Pass Bar & Grill on FM 908 north of Rockdale, Noack Bar and Cliff’s Tavern. Food will be provided at the end of the run at the VFW Post and there will also be an auction. FYI: Les Davenport, 512-760-7436.

tickets are available for pre-sale. Grand prize will be $2,500 and there will also be 25 $100 prizes. A meal and drink tickets are included in the admission charge. Doors will open at 6 p.m. Games begin at 7 p.m. and last until the 11 p.m. auction. For tickets: Les Davenport, 512760-7436, or Nick Guzman, 512446-3285.

can be placed by calling Cynthia Ferrell, 512-698-2784. Short-sleeve shirts will be available on the day of the ride for $20. Ride stops will be Bob’s Steak House in Cameron, Cliff’s Tavern in Rockdale, Cyndi’s Hawg Hang Out in Hogg, Nat’s in Milano and The Ranch in Rockdale. The last bike in will be at 4:30 p.m. at The Ranch.

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Crown Garden Club will meet Thursday, Nov. 21 at the home of Patricia McKee and hear a program by Williamson County Master Naturalist Sterlin Barton on Ferdinand Lindheimer, German-Texan botanist who is considered the father of Texas botany. Lindheimer left Germany in 1801 and came to the United States in 1834 as a political refugee. He arrived in New Braunfels in 1844 and spent most of his time collecting Rockdale club hears plants in the central and southern program on folk music areas of Texas. He is credited with Matinee Musical Club met Oct. 21 the discovery of several hundred in the home of Marie Gest with Judy plant species. Place of Hope sets first Hudson co-hosting. Following refresh- Visitors and new members are ‘Run for Life’ Nov. 16th ments, President Lisa Loewe led the welcome to club meetings which Place of Hope Pregnancy and business meeting and the song of the are on the third Thursday of each Resource Center will host a “Run for month was accompanied by pianist month. FMI: Yvonne Yount, 512446-5453.—Peggy Cooke, reporter Life 5K Diaper Dash” on Saturday, Dixie Whitmore. Nov. 16, starting and ending on Bell Leah Thomason presented the Street behind its building at 231 E. program, “Folk Music Through the Linwood club to visit Cameron Ave. in Rockdale (also behind Talent of Percy A. Grainger.” Music the post office). Club members performed songs in Milano butterfly garden Registration will start at 8 a.m. that the traditional folk method and then Linwood Acres Garden Club’s next morning with a kids half-mile run at 9 listened to the recordings of Grainger’s meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 13 will a.m. and the 5K run/walk/phantom for interpretation of the folk songs. be a trip to the Butterfly Garden in adults starting at 9:30 a.m. There will The meeting closed with the sing- Milano with lunch to follow at Mornbe cash prizes for top winners. ing of the NFMC Benediction Song ing Star Ranch. Entry fees is $20 before Nov. 8 and accompanied by Dixie Whitmore. Anyone wishing to join the trip are $25 after Nov. 8. The kids run entry Matinee Musical Club is a member invited to call Janice King, 512-446fee is $10 before Nov. 8 and $12 of the Texas and National Federation 4262. For those who would like to after that date. of Music Clubs.—Pat Owen, reporter carpool, members will meet at First Entry forms can be found at Place Baptist Church parking lot at 9 a.m. of Hope, Snap Fitness and Citizens Annual Buddy Oney Toy and leave promptly at 9:15. National Bank-Rockdale. Online registration is available at www.active.com. Run set December 7th Sunshine quilters FMI: contact Place of Hope, 512- The 8th annual “Buddy Oney” Toy 446-2220 or placeofhopecenter@ Run, sponsored by Bad To The Bone to meet November 21 yahoo.com. Riders of Rockdale, will be held Sat- Sunshine ‘n Shadows Quilt Guild urday, Dec. 7 at The Ranch, 415 W. will meet at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, 2nd El Camino Real talk Hwy 79, in Rockdale, according to Nov. 21 in the fellowship hall of Meadowbrook Baptist Church. Charles Starr. ahead Tuesday at Milano organizer This annual ride in honor of the “This will be our annual Thanksgiv Milam County historian and Salty Late Buddy Oney benefits the needy ing get-together,” said Eddie Davidcommunity resident Joy Graham will children of all Milam County by giving son, spokesperson. FMI: 446-6316. present the second segment of a two- 100 percent of the proceeds to Milam part program on El Camino Real de los County Child Protective Services and Grief support meetings Tejas National Trail at 7 p.m. Thursday, Rockdale Christmas Roundup. Nov. 7th in the Milano Senior Citizens Registration begins at 9 a.m. with held twice monthly Center. first bike out at 11 a.m. Ride fee is CAMERON—Standards Hospice A meal will be served. The program $15 for rider ($20 with passenger) sponsors grief support group meets and meal are free to the public and or a new toy valued at $20. Ride from 5 to 6 p.m. each second and will be hosted by the Milano Evening fee includes food after ride for all fourth Wednesdays. Greg Nichols is Lions Club. FMI: James Walker, 512- participants of the ride. bereavement coordinator. Location 455-6342, james@jamesdavidwalker. Long-sleeve ride souvenir T-shirts is Standards Hospice, 602 N. Travis com will be for sale by pre-order only for Street, Cameron. FMI: 254-284$25. Order deadline is Nov. 4. Orders 0045, extension 2013.

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Milam voters okay 8 amendments, turn down one Tuesday Milam County voters pretty much followed the path set by the state Tuesday in deciding the fate of nine proposed amendments to the state constitution. Milam voters okayed eight amendments and rejected one. Turnout was a low 5.6 percent. Statewide, all nine passed by large margins. The amendment getting most of the attention, No. 6, passed in Milam 438 to 351, a spread of 56 to 44 percent. It authorized creation of state water funds. Milam voters opposed No. 5, by 405 to 365. It authorizes reverse mortgage loans when purchasing homestead property. Closest Milam vote was No. 3,

which was endorsed by 398-374. Milam County results: No. 1 (Killed in action spouse tax exemption)—Yes, 660; no, 131. No. 2 (Obsolete require ments)—Yes, 655; no, 130. No. 3 (Aircraft parts exemption)—Yes, 398; no, 374. No. 4 (Disabled veterans exemptions)—Yes, 602; no, 105. No. 5 (Reverse mor tgage loans)—Yes, 365; no, 405. No. 6 (Water board, fund)— Yes, 438; no, 351. No. 7 (Charter vacancies)—Yes, 524; no, 257. No. 8 (Hidalgo County hospital)—Yes, 519; no, 219. No. 9 (Judicial conduct sanctions)—Yes, 616; no, 158.

Jury selection continues in capital murder trial CAMERON—The lengthy jury selection process continues this week for the Brandon Charles Cotton capital murder trial. Prosecutor Bill Torrey is seeking the death penalty for Cotton, who is accused of the Nov. 25, 2011, shotgun slaying of San Gabriel area resident Sandra Phillips. On Monday interviews began for about 100 prospective jurors in the 20th District Courtroom. That’s the number culled from the 210 who answered a roll call from a pool of 500 summoned Oct. to the Williams Civic Center in the formal start of jury selections. Individual interviews of the 100 remaining began Monday, a process that is expected to take

from two to four weeks. Testimony in the trial is expected to begin on Monday, Dec. 2. Interviews are being conducted by Judge John Youngblood and attorneys for both the prosecution and defense. Torrey leads the prosecution and Russ Hunt Sr. of Waco leads the defense. Eventually the field of 100 is expected to be narrowed to 50. Each team of attorneys will have 15 “strikes” to dismiss anyone remaining in the jury panel. The list will be further narrowed to 20 and interviews will be conducted until 14 persons—12 jurors and two alternates—are selected. Questions on the death penalty are anticipated to be keys in the interviews. At the Oct. 15 initial meeting, moved from the courthouse to the Williams Civic Center because of space limitations, Judge Youngblood outlined seven qualificaContinued from page 1A tions that determined who was in the program which was listed qualified to serve on the jury and seven exemptions for which an as follows by Sanders: individual could be excused. 1:15 p.m.—Ceremony begins. 1:25 p.m.—Elementary students, patriotic songs, directed by Karen Laughlin. 1:35 p.m.—Junior-high students patriot’s pen presentations. 1:40 p.m.—Music by Rockdale High School and Rockdale Junior-High School bands. 1:50 p.m.—Rockdale High School Voice of Democracy contest winners. 2 p.m.—Presentation by intermediate school students. 2:10 p.m.—Presentation by Rockdale High School Student Council. 2:20 p.m.—Closing. STAY FOR PHOTO —A ll veterans are invited to attend and are asked to remain at the football field following the ceremony for a group photo. “In the event of bad weather the rally will be moved indoors to the new high school gym and there will be two separate ceremonies,” Sanders said.

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Filing Continued from page 1A headquarters, 202 West Sixth in Cameron, would not be open on Saturday, he would be available by phone or e-mail that day. Phone is 512-760-5748 and e-mail is richard2456@gmail. com. The party’s mailing address is: Milam County Democratic Party, PO Box 1251, Cameron, TX 76520. “Contact me and we will set up a time to meet,” he said. Stone said someone should be at the party office during normal business hours until the filing period ends Dec. 9. Other Milam County offices, and the current incumbent, to be filled in the 2014 election are: • District clerk, Cindy Fechner (D). • County clerk, Barbara Vansa (D). • County treasurer, Donna Orsag (R). • Precinct 1 commissioner, Chuck “Tank” Balch (R). • Precinct 2 commissioner, Kenneth Hollas (D). • Precinct 4 commissioner, Jeff Muegge (D). • Precinct 1 justice-of-thepeace, Rick Gommert (R). • Precinct 2 justice-of-thepeace, Sam Berry (R). • Precinct 4 justice-of-thepeace, Gary Northcutt (D).

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DOWNTOWN HONORS—Rockdale Downtown Association held its annual membership meeting Monday night at Sho’ Nuff Soul Food Restaurant and President Chris Dyess (back row left) presented plaques to Mary Phillips (second from left), representing Place of Hope Pregnancy Center which won the Best Building Renovation Award, and to Rita

Juergens (third from left, front row) who won the Shining Star Award for outstanding service to the downtown association. The recipients are pictured with association members and board members. (L-R): Toby Johnson, Phillips, Dyess, Juergens, Janet Leininger, Elaine Gerren, Mary Lee Dyess, Gene Stork, Collier Perry, Adam Straznicky and James Perry.

Meters Continued from page 1A not even find the residence’s meter. • Meters have been reported “covered in dirt” even after employees have read them. • A meter was installed under a deck and “they don’t read it.” • Bills increase from $50 t0 $80 every couple of months with no changes in usage. • Rate hikes are understood but “why is my usage doubling?” • Water bill was $220 for three people in household. • “I just get the answer that I have a leak.” The patrons involved in the conversation discussed mass e-mailings, contacting the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), petitions and attending city council meetings to protest. RED WATER—Together with complaints on pricey water bills, the thread also included plenty of scathing comments on Rockdale’s 60-year-old-plus red water problem. Ironically, the two situations

are connected and at least part of the increases are because of an effort to remedy the red water situation. Council members raised water and sewer rates five percent in August to fund a $525,000 expenditure designed as the first in a multi-year program to address major renovations to combat the red water that’s caused numerous complaints since at least the 1950’s. Those new rates kicked in on the water bills sent out in October, according to City Manager Kelvin Knauf. ‘NO ESTIMATES’—That, of course, doesn’t address the question of water meter reading by the city. But Knauf emphatically denies all the charges raised in the Internet site. “We read the water meters,” he said. “We do not have a ‘catch-up’ month. It is never our policy to estimate the readings.” “We don’t lie about usage to increase cost, either,” he said. Knauf said not everyone’s bills increased with the October billing. “Some customers had a lower

consumption and some had larger consumption. In fact, the total billing consumption was lower than the comparable time period last year.” Knauf said the city actually has a range built into the billing program that flags any unusually high readings. “Those meters are then re-read, at no charge to the customer, to see if a mistake has been made,” he said. He pointed out that the most recent bills covered the period Sept. 13 to Oct. 8, before the recent rainy period began. “Last week we had some rain, so people may think their water bills should be less than what they are,” he said. As for the meters covered in dirt. “The meters for the consumption cycle in question were read in early October so sediment may have covered the meter in the meantime,” Knauf said. HUMAN ELEMENT—A huge change is on the way. In October the council approved purchase and installation of new high-tech meters which should settle any doubts on whether meters are

being read. The old days of an employee walking into a yard, lifting a lid and reading numbers will be replaced by readers cruising the streets and reading meters on a laptop computer. “The human element will be taken out of the water meter reading process,” Knauf said. “They will be read once a month and software will allow us to show people their consumption by the date and the hour.” But, and it’s a big one. “The new meters are more accurate than the old meters, so some citizens may experience higher bills unless they change their consumption,” he said. Knauf said once installed, though, the new meters will allow city crews to focus more on leaks and preventive maintenance instead of water meter reading. The new meters are expected to be installed by the end of March. Municipal water and sewer systems may not be funded by general fund (tax) revenues but must be supported solely by fees (water and sewer rates).

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Lake Luckey Continued from page 1A And a pickup washed off the road at about the same location against a fence and small tree, keeping the truck from floating down the creek. Firefighters got the driver, another Cameron resident, to safety after the water went down. Further to the east, a trucker wasn’t hurt when his 18-wheeler hydroplaned on the US 77 Pond Creek Bridge at the Falls County line and washed into the railing. In Rockdale the storm was much less serious. At least one tree went down and there was water over the usual intersections. Some north Milam roads were damaged by the water and extensive repairs were being made throughout the area. ENTERTA INMENT—The periodic flooding in the bottomland provides lots of entertainment for a substantial portion of

Rockdale. A steady stream of cars ease up to the FM 908 barricade and some venture beyond it. “There are always a lot of people who come out and look when it’s like this,” Luckey says. “Lots of them turn around in my driveway.” Sometimes they stop and visit with the man who has seen more “Brushy floods” than anyone else. “One couple this morning who live out on Alligator Creek stopped and talked,” he said. “They can’t get home. It’s blocked by high water from every side.” A flock of ducks glide by directly overhead. “See, they think it’s a sure-enough lake,” Luckey grins. The roaring in the distance is an impromptu waterfall as flood water cascades off the north side of FM 908. “I’ve seen fish flopping in the middle of the road,” Luckey says. “And when this is over there will be driftwood all over the place.”

He starts the walk back to his actual front yard, then pauses to look over the come-and-go lake which would be quite scenic if it weren’t so uncomfortably close to his home. And still rising. What looks like little sticks are poking out of the water. “That’s a five-strand fence,” he notes. “We’re just seeing the top. There’s a lot of water out there.” His conclusion is with the air of a “veteran” who has seen enough Brushy Creek floods to put them in perspective. “We’ve been hav ing a lot of ground moisture problems because it’s been so dry,” he says gazing out over Lake Luckey. “I think the drought is over for a while for a few fields, at least!” Over the weekend the water quickly went down and FM 908 and FM 487 reopened. Lake Luckey disappeared. For now. “Oh, it will come back,” Luckey grins. “One of these days.”

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e all had a great time Sunday at the Project After The Prom “Beauty” Pageant. (Photos at right) My nephew, Kevin, was one of the contestants and he actually won third place. True to form, Kevin only asked me for help with his make-up the day before the pageant. Then I had to track him down on Sunday after church to find out when I was supposed to be there. He says “Oh we are supposed to be there at 4 and I guess we get dressed and stuff then.” Wrong! The contestants were supposed to have come already dressed and ready for the pageant at 4! Grrrrrr! So I made a mad dash behind the curtain for a quick make-up job before it started. Being the hairy beast that he is, it was all the more funny! I can honestly say I have ever applied make-up to a face with a five o’clock shadow. Then I looked down. “Uh Kevin, don’t you have any boobs? You’re flat as a pancake.” He stammered, “Well no, I didn’t bring my boobs with me Aunt Kathy. These are the only ones I have.” He obviously underestimated his Aunt. “Nonsense. Didn’t you wear socks today?” Now he was really confused and he said “Yeah, I wore socks...” I said “Good, give them to me.” He slowly gave me his socks, still not sure why. I, of course, rolled them up in little balls and stuffed them in his dress. Just like it was the most natural thing in the world. He seemed embarrassed so I said “This is what embarrasses you? You’re in a dress and the hair on your arms and legs is two inches long. Not to mention you have a short beard already growing. But socks in your dress embarrasses you!” The contestants were great, all of them were hilarious. Miss Tennessee (Lorenzo Llana) even played a guitar and sang for her talent. And it was a song she wrote “her”self to the tune of “Sweet Home Alabama” only it was “Sweet Home Tennessee.” Very clever! Miss Vermont (Devin Fisher) very cleverly sharpened an ax for her talent, then she shaved her leg hairs with it to make sure it was sharp enough! Miss Louisiana (Josh Jones) did an interpretive dance routine that was pretty hard to interpret. And Miss New York (Kevin Cooke) tried to eat a whole New York Style Pizza. That pizza box looked familiar, in fact it was exactly like a Gatti’s Pizza box. But the talent act that stole the show had to be Miss Florida (Riley Schaefer). He came out in hot pink tights, black hot pants and a leopard tube top and wore his hair in Bo Derek style braids from the movie “10.” The packed audience at Thorndale VFW all had a great time and were thoroughly entertained. Way to put on a great show, Thorndale High School!

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n Monday Nov. 11, Veterans Day, please join Rockdale ISD students, faculty, and staff in honoring and thanking all who have served in the United States Armed Forces. The Veterans Day program this year will again be a joint effort with all four schools presenting at one locationTiger Stadium. Our bands, elementary students, intermediate and local school clubs will perform for our local veterans and their families. The communities of Rockdale and surrounding areas are invited to attend. We will have a luncheon for our veterans and their spouses at Rockdale Junior High beginning at noon followed by our program at Tiger Stadium beginning at 1:15pm. In case of bad or inclement weather, the ceremony will move to the New Gym at Rockdale High School. There will be two separate programs at this location. The Rockdale Elementary and Rockdale Intermediate program will begin at 1:15 p.m. followed by the Rockdale High School and Rockdale Junior High. This week we are fortunate to have the RJH iTigers Afterschool Centers on Education (ACE) Program Coordinator Sandi Wynn, share with us information regarding her program at the junior high. The RJH iTigers ACE Program provides structured learning opportunities, positive social interactions and a safe environment for our students. The goals of the ACE program strive to improve academics, attendance, behavior, promotion rates, graduation rates, as well as college and career readiness. Our program sessions, developed with these goals in mind, offer a variety of before and afterschool services to both students and parents. For students, after school academic and enrichment activities are from 3:35-6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and every school day morning from 7-7:55 a.m. Before a student can participate in the after school activities, they must have a completed registration form signed by a parent turned into the office. If a student normally rides the bus, a late bus is available for students participating in the program and leaves RJH at 5:15 p.m. Keep in mind that the iTigers ACE program is both academic and enrichment based activities. What does that mean to students? It means that the first hour is a snack and Power Hour followed by fun activities (enrichment) and homework help. During Power Hour students participate in activities that will help them do better in their regular school classes. For some students it may be tutorials and for others it may be taking what they are learning in their classes to a higher

RISD REPORT Allen Sanders RISD Community Relations Director

MISD REPORT Robert Westbrook Milano ISD Superintendent

be speaking German or some other language. The freedoms we enjoy today were not free. They came with a very heavy price that our forefathers and brothers and sisters continue to pay today. The men and women of the armed services have been and continue to be willing to lay down their lives to protect the freedoms we enjoy today. We all owe them a debt that we can never repay. While we can never repay that debt, Milano ISD would like to take the time to recognize and honor all of our veterans. On Monday, Nov. 11 we will host a Veterans Day program at 9 a.m. in the high school gymnasium, with a reception to follow. We encourage all area veterans to attend. Congratulations to Wendy King and the Lady Eagle Volleyball team on their bi-district win over Chilton Tuesday night. The Lady Eagles will play Kopperl later this week at a time and date still to be determined. Come out and support the Lady Eagles, they are talented and epitomize the idea of teamwork. rwestbrook@milanoisd.net

HONOR ROLLS First Semester All-A First grade—Gretchen Bui, Karley Hairston, Bryson Hughes, Kyrsten Jones, Ty Magee, Taylor Wall. Second grade—Bradley Bakken, Edison Bui, Montgomery Popham, Mackenzie Terry, Heather Wall. Third grade—Natalie Compton, Bessie Simpson, Vivian Simpson. Fifth grade—Justin Gage, Noah Wall. First Semester A-B First grade—Victoria Balderas, Noah Coldiron, Ethan Contreras, Angelina Elkins, Cheyenne Gage, Roxanna Garcia, Mallory Miller, Andres Ruelas, Breyton Steinbecker. Second grade—Nathan Atkins, Darren Carter, Juan Lara, Amelia Mauldin, Tabitha Mentch, Toni Meyer, Aniaya Rodriguez, Riley Spears, Gregor y Storey, Logan Waters. Third grade—Layne Ferrell, Linda Lara, Rakia Saad, Brooklyn Youngblood. Fourth grade—Weston Avrett, Steven Davenport, Dara Doelitsch, Ireland Joseph, Brody Morgan, Karyme Naik-Santana, Reese Nolen, Bryson Richards, Brandee Seelke, Katelyn Stewart, Layne Telg, Coltyn VonGonten, Katlynn Waters, Amber Weaver, Amie Weaver. Fifth grade— Thomas Clanton, Melodia Contreras, Wyatt Decker, Justice Gilmore, Kaylie Nolen, Cordell Spears, Malinda Storey, Tucker Taylor, Angel Tibbitts, Peyton Traffanstadt.

Milano Junior High First Semester All-A Sixth grade—Isaac Atkins, Major Bui. Seventh grade—Parker Jones, Jacob Turnage.

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and prizes for all ages were on hand, along with a silent auction of themed baskets. PTO president Cheryl Blackstock said the group raised a little under $3,000.

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level by participating in hands-on learning activities. For example, our Science Academy students recently studied about Sublimation, (when a substance goes from a solid to a gas without going through a liquid state) by using dry ice, water, dishwashing soap, and fabric. Our Culinary Arts students not only learn to cook simple foods, but prepare a main dish for our Senior Citizens Center monthly. The second hour of afterschool time offers enrichment activities such as karate, fitness fun, Wii and a fun fashion class called Fashionista. Students benefit from these activities by increasing movement time (Wii Dance is very energizing), engaging socially with their peers, and have the opportunity to extend learning beyond the school day. For instance, Cindy Key, owner of Texas Martial Arts Academy, teaches Karate to the students at RJH and then offers a free session at her studio for any iTigers ACE karate student. Other services provided to our students are homework help and open access to the library before school FALL FESTIVAL FUN—There was a good crowd at Friday’s Fall Festival, and after school. We offer library time, an annual event sponsored by the Rockdale Parent Teacher Organization called Tigers’ Den, in the library from (PTO), that was held at Rockdale Intermediate School. Plenty of games 7 a.m. until first period and again after school until 4:30 p.m. During this time the Librarian and a certified teacher are on hand to help students with homework, class projects, and checking out books (by the Librarian style meatloaf, deli stacker sub sandwich, ROCKDALE only). Computers and tablets are roasted sweet potatoes. Elementary Breakfast available for reading eBooks, research, Milk and fruit served daily. Thursday—Chicken fajita with Spanish and typing assignments. Students can Monday—Banana muf fin, vanilla rice, beefy macaroni, ham and cheese sandwich, homemade charro beans. also play “brain-games” such as chess yogurt. Tuesday—Breakfast pizza bagel. Friday—Hamburger, turkey cheddar and checkers. Wednesday—Cheesy omelet. melt, ham casserole, Tater Tots. For parents, RJH in collaboration Intermediate Lunch Thursday— Cocoa Puf fs, graham with the other RISD campuses, procrackers, apple juice. Milk, fruit and vegetable bar served vides ESL classes to parents wanting Friday—Blueberry waffles. daily. to improve their English (held at the Intermediate Breakfast Monday—Biscuits and gravy, State High School) and offers a fitness Milk and fruit served daily. Fair corn dog, tuna salad sandwich, sweet session called iWalk twice a week at Monday—Apple cinnamon muffin, corn and peppers. Tiger Stadium. We recently started a yogurt. Tuesday—Roasted turkey with gravy, six-week Parenting Wisely (conducted Tuesday—Bagel breakfast pizza. baked cornbread stuffing, rosemary in Spanish) session held at the RJH Wednesday— Sausage, eg g and whipped potatoes, buttered green beans, Library and will offer the Parenting baked rolls, pumpkin spice cake. cheese biscuit. Wisely (conducted in English) during Thursday—Country breakfast bowl. Wednesday—Orange chicken, homethe Spring semester. All of these style meatloaf, deli stacker sub sandwich, Friday—Pancakes, sausage. activities are provided free of charge roasted sweet potatoes. Junior High Breakfast to the parents of RISD students. Milk and fruit served daily. Thursday—Birthday beefy nachos, We look forward to a successful year Monday—Apple cinnamon muffin, chicken fajita with Spanish rice, ham and are already off to a great start. yogurt. and cheese sandwich, homemade charro Remember, success begins with partic- Tuesday—Bagel breakfast pizza. beans. ipation, so plan to participate. Wednesday— Sausage, eg g and Friday—Hamburger, turkey cheddar cheese biscuit. melt, ham casserole, Tater Tots. asanders@rockdaleisd.net

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t’s hard to believe November is here. The school year is going by so fast, is seems like we were starting school just yesterday. Before you know it, the Thanksgiving holidays will be upon us. However, before Thanksgiving arrives, a very important day will occur—Nov. 11, Veterans Day. The history of Veterans Day goes back to World War I, when an armistice was signed ending the war on Nov. 11, 1918. In November 1919, President Wilson proclaimed November 11 as the first commemoration of Armistice Day with the following words: “To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations…” President Dwight D. Eisenhower issued the first “Veterans Day Proclamation” which stated: “In order to insure proper and widespread observance of this anniversary, all veterans, all veterans’ organizations, and the entire citizenry will wish to join hands in the common purpose.” When I take time to pause and reflect on the history of our country and the wars that our country has fought, it makes me feel very somber and appreciative. We could very well

Education

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Eighth grade—Keena Bounds, Emilie Compton, Kalie Poehl. First Semester A-B Sixth grade—Mary Brown, Bethanie Compton, Bryanna Graf, Martin Santana, Kaitlyn Telg, Hayden Weaver, Holden Willard. Seventh grade—Alexander Avrett, Emma Batten, Anthony Boykin, Augustus Downey, Ben King, April Morgan, Elizabeth Pedroza, Dustyn Prazak, Sterling Robertson, Christian Thurman, Mason Westbrook. Eighth grade—Brianna Boykin, Trebeaux Broussard, Taylor Ellison, Manuel Garcia, Donald Grosshans, Jacob Harless, Kyle King, Lyndy Laurrell, Keaton Popham, Kali Taylor, Norah Taylor.

Milano High School First Semester All-A Seniors—Joseph Ferrara, Victoria Garcia, Justin Grimes, David Jentsch. First Semester A-B Freshmen—Bailey Baggerly Jaylyn Barcak, Cashlyne Blake, Kaitlyn Bradshaw, Naomi Graham, Zachary Hopkins, Bryce Hughes, Ashton Johnson, Donald McBee, Sammi Pierce, Sethe Pugh, Madison Westbrook, Christina Zeig. Sophomores—Christian Grimes, Eric Hargis, Keely Lagrone, James Sheppard. Juniors—Dominique Booker, Kelsey Dees, Travis Gage, Lindsey Grenwelge, Dustin McBee, Myka Morehead, Sabian Pugh, Treyton Steinbecker, Britnie Walker. Seniors—Cody Alexander, Shelbi Davenport, Stephanie Ferguson, Trevor Gann, Elizabeth Holt, Alyssa Kornegay, Michael Mader, Emily Overall, April Phillips.

Thursday—Sugar and cinnamon oatmeal Friday—Pancakes, sausage. High School Breakfast Milk and fruit served daily. Monday—Apple cinnamon muffin, yogurt. Tuesday—Bagel breakfast pizza. Wednesday— Sausage, eg g and cheese biscuit. Thursday—Country breakfast bowl. Friday—Pancakes, sausage. Elementary Lunch Milk, fruit and vegetable bar served daily. Monday—Biscuits and gravy, State Fair corn dog, tuna salad sandwich, sweet corn and peppers. Tuesday—Pepperoni pizza, Mom’s English muffin pizza, crispy chicken salad, Italian mixed vegetables. Wednesday—Orange chicken, home-

Junior High Lunch Milk, fruit and vegetable bar served daily. Monday—Family roast turkey with gravy, baked cornbread stuffing, candied sweet potatoes, buttered green beans, pumpkin spice cake. Tuesday—Breakfast pancakes, meat lover’s pizza, crispy chicken ranch sandwich, Mandarin chicken salad, steamed broccoli. Wednesday—Homestyle meatloaf, sausage pizza, popcorn chicken, spicy crispy chicken Caesar salad, Tex Mex sweet corn and peppers. Thursday—Chicken fajitas, meat lover’s pizza, crispy chicken tenders, Italian salad, Italian mixed vegetables. Friday—Turkey cheddar melt, spicy chicken pizza, barbecue rib sandwich, taco salad, steamed peas and carrots. High School Lunch

EDUCATION NOTES Rockdale PTO meeting, picture night Tuesday

to a criminal background check. Substitute applications can be picked up at the RISD Central Rockdale PTO will hold its Office prior to the training. next meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, For additional information Nov. 12 at the RJH commons contact Sharon Bujnoch at the area. Central Office, 512-430-6000. “We will have ‘family picture night’ starting at 5:30 p.m.,” club president Cheryl Blackstock Thorndale PTO sets Holiday Bazaar Nov. 16 said. A raffle will be held after the T HOR N DA L E—Thor nd a le meeting with prizes of a picture Elementar y PTO w ill hold a package and $100 Visa gift card. Holiday Bazaar from 10 a..m to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16 at the school, according to PTO presiRISD mandatory dent Krystal Vickers. substitute training “We will have vendors setting A mandatory training for all up their products to sell. There new Rockdale ISD substitute will be many game booths along teachers will be held 9-10:30 with food vendors and snacks. a.m. Thursday, Nov. 14 at the Fun for the whole family and it Rockdale ISD Conference Room. is open to the public,” Vickers This training will include pro- said. cesses for the automated sub- Anyone interested in a booth stitute service system Rockdale or wanting more information ISD has implemented. can contact Krystal Vickers at Ind iv idua ls intere sted in 512-269-9292. becoming substitute teachers must attend this training in order to qualify for the substitute list. Applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and provide consent

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Milk, fruit, vegetable bar and buildyour-own-nacho bar offered daily. Monday—Pancakes and sausage, pepperoni and jalapeño pizza, meatball sub, mini State Fair corn dogs, barbecue chicken ranch salad, roasted sweet potatoes. Tuesday— Spaghetti and meat sauce, meat lover’s pizza, barbecue beef sub, crispy chicken ranch sandwich, Mandarin chicken salad, steamed broccoli. Wednesday—Family roast turkey with gravy, baked cornbread stuffing, rosemary whipped potatoes, buttered green beans, pumpkin spice cake. Thursday—Beef and broccoli stir fry, meat lover’s pizza, Philly cheese steak, crispy chicken tenders, Italian salad, corn-on-the cob. Friday—Turkey cheddar melt, spicy chicken pizza, Italian sub, barbecue rib sandwich, taco salad, steamed peas and carrots. THORNDALE Breakfast Milk, juice and fruit served daily. Monday—Cheese quesadillas, cereal, toast. Tuesday—Chicken biscuit, yogurt parfait. Wednesday — Waf f les, sausage, breakfast taco. Thursday—Cereal bar, cheese stick, whole grain Pop-Tart. Friday—Bacon scramble pizza, cheese stick, cereal. Lunch Variety of milk, grains, fruit and vegetables and milk served daily. Monday—Whole grain pizza, ravioli. Tuesday—Popcorn chicken, steak fingers. Wednesday—Spaghetti, French bread pizza. Thursday—Pork rib sandwich, barbecue-on-a-bun. Friday—Hamburger, chicken burger.

MILANO Breakfast Fruit, juice, milk and cereal offered daily. Monday—Banana bread. Tuesday—Cinnamon roll. Wednesday—Pancakes. Thursday—Biscuit and sausage. Friday—Blueberry muffin. Lunch Milk served daily. Monday— Breaded chicken with stuffing, sweet potatoes, green beans, pineapple. Tuesday—Ravioli, romaine and tomato salad, steamed vegetables, garlic bread, peaches. Wednesday—Breaded pork steak, au gratin potatoes, broccoli with ranch, apple slices. Thursday—Chicken fajitas, refried beans, Mandarin oranges. Friday—Cheeseburger, baby carrots with ranch, banana, popcorn. GAUSE Breakfast Cereal, toast, jelly, fruit, juice and milk served daily. Monday—Breakfast burrito. Tuesday—Pancake, little smokies. Wednesday—Muffin, sausage patty. Thursday—Breakfast pizza Friday—Oatmeal, sausage patty. Lunch Sub, salad, baked chips, pickle spear, fruit, loaded baked potato graham crackers, carrot and celery sticks, broccoli and milk offered daily. Monday— Catfish, macaroni and cheese, green beans. Tuesday—Nachos, pinto beans, salad. Wednesday—Chicken nuggets, potatoes, carrots. Thursday—Chicken and rice, sweet peas, crackers, cookie. Friday—Cheeseburger, fries, salad.

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Veterans Day By REV. CLYDE E. NICHOLS cmcnichols44@hot.rr.com

his weekend we are celebrating Veterans Day, a day on which we honor all American veterans of all wars. On Nov. 11, 1918, at 11 a.m., the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, the Armistice was signed which ended World War I. One elderly man being interviewed about that day in 1918 said, “Celebrating the end of the fighting, we felt sure that there would never be another war.” As we pay tribute to the men and women of our armed forces, we still dream of the day when the people of our world shall live together in peace and wars will be no more. Years ago a boy in Russia buried a little green stick on the bank of the Volga River. Running home, he told his little brother what he had done. “It has a great secret on it,” he said. “When men know the secret on my little green stick they will not quarrel or be angry with one another again.” Leo Tolstoy wanted to know the answer. All along the river he searched for the little green stick his brother had buried. He never found it, but for the rest of his life he tried to guess the secret. Down through the centuries many people have looked for an answer. War and peace stands out as the greatest challenge of our day. The secret on the little green stick—what was it? In South America there are two countries that are side by side of each other. Argentina lies along the Atlantic; Chile lies along the Pacific. Between the two tower the Andes Mountains. Years ago war broke out between the two nations over a boundary dispute. You see the Andes are covered with

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BIBLE VERSE

God is our refuge and strength, an ever present help in times of trouble. —Psalm 46:1 (NIV)

November 7, 2013

PASTOR’S CORNER

CHURCH NEWS

snow the year round. It is almost impossible to tell where the boundary of one country ends and the other begins. Each country thought the worst of the other. Bishop Benavente of Argentina felt the war was wrong. Fighting and killing was evil even with wicked people, but the people of Chile were their friends. On Easter Sunday the people crowded the churches. The bishop preached as he had never preached before. Everyone said he seemed inspired of God. Indeed, he was. God was speaking through him to the people. As a result the rulers of the two countries placed the dispute before the king of England for arbitration. His envoys examined the boundary and found that each country was partly right and each was partly wrong. A new boundary was drawn and peace was restored. What a lesson the two countries had learned. From their guns and cannons they molded a statue of Christ twenty-six feet high. Today The Christ of the Andes stands at the top of the mountain range on a granite hemisphere. The left hand supports a cross and the right hand is raised in benediction over the two countries. Engraved at the base of the monument are these words: “Sooner shall these mountains crumble into dust than the people of Argentina and Chile break the peace sworn at the feet of Christ the Redeemer.” Rev. Nichols is Minister Emeritus of First Christian Church, Temple, where he was senior minister for 23 years. He writes a religious column for several newspapers.

ROCKDALE CHRISTIAN SERVICES RCS food pantry Rockdale Christian Services operates a food pantry at 224 West Cameron Avenue, open 10 a.m. until noon weekdays. Donations of non-perishable food items are welcome, especially one-pound bags of rice, pinto beans, macaroni and cheese, canned soups and peanut butter.

Heavenly Treasures Rockdale Christian Services “Heavenly Treasures” thrift store, 233 North Main, serves the needy with gently used clothing and household items at prices from 25 cents to $5. Hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Friday.

Church, 327 East 3rd Street in Rockdale, will hold a mini-revival at 7 p.m. Pastor T. C. Collins of Canaan Baptist Church in Lufkin will bring the message nightly. New Hope Baptist Church is holding “Worshiping WednesSpanish AOG to meet days” at 7 p.m. through Nov. 13 at Emmaus Project with the message being brought Spanish Assembly of God will by local ministers, according to hold its 11 a.m. English-language Deborah Crawford, publicist. worship service this week outdoors at the Emmaus Project, 901 Gospel singing set E. Belton Street. For several months, Spanish Saturday at Calvary BC Assembly of God has been sup- “The Country Preacher,” Rev. porting the ministry with a team Leslie Adams, invites everyone to of volunteers. The service will a gospel singing from 6 to 8 p.m. give first-time visitors a chance Saturday, Nov. 9 at Calvary Baptist Church, 1443 South FM 487. to learn about both groups. A barbecue lunch is planned “We will have fellowship after the singing,” Rev. Adams, pastor after the service. “This is an opportunity to take at Calvary Baptist, said. advantage of the beautiful fall weather, praise God in the open Pleasant Retreat UMC air, and enjoy great praise music,” revival to start Sunday said Brad Owens, Emmaus exec T H O R N D A L E — P l e a s a n t utive director. The church’s praise team, Holy Retreat United Methodist Church Peculiar, includes Mike and Glo- invites the public to revival serria Zapata, Mike Zapata Jr., Chris vices at 7 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday, Nov. 10-13. Rubio and Janice Cowen. Emmaus is a ministry coopera- Speakers will be Cindy Doran tive that provides meals to people of Lufkin on Sunday, Dale Jamin need, builds wheelchair ramps, erson of Jacksonville on Monday, supports prison ministries, and and Larry Caldwell of Thorndale does other community projects. on Tuesday. Emmaus has served more than Special music will be presented 13,000 meals since being founded nightly by David Ling and the Pleasant Retreat choir. four years ago. Wednesday will feature a conby Miles Pike, an award-winSt. John’s UMC to honor cert ning Southern Gospel/Country veterans here on Sunday music artist who has had four St. John’s United Methodist consecutive No. 1 songs in ChrisChurch will host a worship ser- tian Voice magazine and three vice at 11 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 10 No 1 songs in Cashbox magazine. “to praise God and honor all area FMI: Martha Kovar, 512-269veterans,” Rev. Adam Straznicky, 9104. pastor, announced. “All veterans are invited to Women’s prayer breakfast attend this special service to Nov. 16 at Allen Chapel recognize, remember and honor veterans for all they have given to All women of the community our country over the years,” Rev. are invited to Allen Chapel AME Straznicky said. “This event is Church’s first annual Woman’s hosted by Family Matters, and we Prayer Breakfast at 9 a.m. Satwould love to give grandparents, urday, Nov. 16. The church is parents, children, and spouses located at 216 East Third Street the opportunity to honor the in Rockdale. Breakfast theme will be “Givveterans in their families.” ing Thanks to God for Another Journey.” Speaker will be Mini revival Nov. 20-22 Day’s Myrtle Johnson from Progressive at New Hope Baptist Missionary Baptist Church of Wednesday through Friday, Cameron. Nov. 20-22, New Hope Baptist Breakfast donation is $10. The Reporter welcomes news of special events f rom area churches. There is no charge. Email to bill@rockdalereporter. com or fax to 512-446-5317.

‘Christmas Child’ drive under way at First Baptist

Next men’s breakfast Tuesday at St. John’s

First Baptist Church in Rockdale is again sponsoring a Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child gift drive. “A shoe box is filled with small gifts for a child by you and the box w ill go to an Operation Christmas Child processing center and then sent to children around the world,” said Barbara Clark, publicist. “We have information kits on how to fill the shoe boxes and extra shoe boxes. If an organization, classroom, club, business, church or individual wants to fill one or more boxes, please call the church.” Collections days are Nov. 18-25 from 10 a.m. to noon and 2 to 4 p.m. weekdays, 10 a.m. to noon Saturday and Sunday, with extra 5 to 7 p.m. hours on Wednesday and 6-7 p.m. Sunday, also 8 to 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 25. FMI: 446-5375 or 446-4207.

An ecumenical monthly men’s Christian fellowship breakfast is held from 7 until 8 a.m. each second Tuesday, the site rotating between several local churches. Next breakfast will Tuesday, Nov. 12 at St. John’s United Methodist Church, Summit at Hillcrest in Rockdale. “Purpose is Christian fellowship and all men of the Rockdale area are invited,” said Bill Avrett, spokesman.

Community outreach banquet November 16

THORNDALE—Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Larry E. Caldwell Sr. pastor, will hold a community outreach banquet at 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16 at Fireman’s Hall, 304 East Moerbe Street in Thorndale. Speaker will be Rolando Garza, Health and Human Services deputy executive commissioner. For tickets, call Laverne CaldThrift store volunteers well, chairperson, 512-365-8612, or listed for November Patricia Hawthorne, 512-352-5506. Rockdale Christian Services The menu will be steak potatoes Heavenly Treasures thrift store, and salad ($15 donation). serving the needy at 233 North Main Street, is staffed by volunteers from RCS member churches. “A faithful man shall Volunteer assignments for churches are: abound with blessings.” Nov. 7, Mt. Zion Baptist; Nov. —Proverbs 28:20 8, Foster Ladies; Nov. 12, Tuesday Volunteers; Nov. 13, Guadalapanas; Nov. 14, Cowboy Church; Nov. 15, Meadowbrook Baptist; Nov. 19, Tuesday Volunteers; Nov. 20, Peace Lutheran; Nov. 21, First Presbyterian; Nov. 22, Murray Street Church of Christ; Nov. 26, Tuesday Volunteers; Nov. 27-28-29, closed for Thanksgiving.—Judy Brown, volunteer chair

Attend the church of your choice

The Rockdale Reporter Church Directory The local and area church information alternates each week. ADINA CHRISTIAN CHURCH: 5892 CR 309, Lexington; Freddy Murphy, minister; Bible Sunday worship, 10:30 a.m. BARN CHURCH OF MILANO: 733 Holdiness Lane; Chad and Sherry Lagrone, pastors; Sunday services, 11 a.m. “No Barriers.” BLACK JACK BAPTIST CHURCH: 11 miles south on FM 908; Bro. Jimmy Haile; Sunday school, 10 a.m.; Sunday worship 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. CONOLEY COMMUNITY CHURCH: CR 455 at FM 486, four miles south of Thorndale; James D. Brymer, pastor; Sunday praise and worship, 11 a.m.; Wednesday prayer service, 7 p.m. CROSS WALK CHURCH: 11196 N. Hwy. 77, Tanglewood; Rev. Jim Troxel, pastor; Sunday services, 10:45 a.m. Spirit filled and everyone welcomed. DAVILLA ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH: Rev. Randy Holtzclaw, pastor; Sunday Bible school, 10 a.m.; worship service, 11 a.m.; Sunday young people’s service, 6 p.m.; evangelistic service, 7 p.m.; Wednesday service, 7:30 p.m. DAVILLA BAPTIST CHURCH: Rev. David Cox, pastor; Sunday school, 10 a.m.; Sunday worship, 11 a.m. and 5 p.m.; Wednesday prayer meeting, 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, Lexington: Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday worship, 10:45 a.m.; AWANA, 5:30 p.m.; prayer fellowship, 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, Milano: Church Street, 512-4552281; Dave Lucus, minister; Sunday school, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday worship, 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.; children’s choir, 6 p.m. Wednesday; mid-week Bible study, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday; Signs of Him, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday; young men’s class, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday.

FOREST GROVE CHRISTIAN CHURCH: 9 miles south of Hwy. 77 and 79 overpass on Hwy. 77; “The Bible—Our Only Book; Christ—Our Only Creed”; www.forestgrovechristianchurch. com; Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship and communion, 11 a.m.; worship, 6 p.m. FRIENDSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH: 6 mi. south of Milano on Hwy. 36; Bro. Delmar McCracken, pastor; Sunday school, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday worship, 11 a.m.; Wednesday service, 7 p.m. FRIENDSHIP UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: FM1915 south of Buckholts; Terry Doughterty, pastor; services each 1st Sunday and 3rd Sunday, 9 a.m. GAUSE BAPTIST CHURCH: Sunday school, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday worship 10:45 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday service, 6:30 p.m. GAUSE FULL GOSPEL CHURCH: Rev. Jerry and Linda Burns, pastors; Sunday services 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday services, 7 p.m. GAUSE METHODIST CHURCH: Rev. Kenneth Byrd, pastor; worship service, 10 a.m.; Sunday school, 11 a.m. GOODWILL BAPTIST CHURCH, Milano: Rev. Otis Ray, pastor; Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship service, 11 a.m.; prayer meeting, 7 p.m. Wednesday. GRIFFIN CHAPEL A.M.E. CHURCH, Milano: CR 336; Rev. Elmer Snell, pastor; Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship service, 11 a.m. 2nd and 4th Sunday; mid-week prayer service 4th Wednesday 7:30 p.m. HOYTE CHURCH OF CHRIST: FM2095; Sunday services 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. LEXINGTON CHURCH OF CHRIST: Ricky Spacek, minister; Bible study, 9:45 a.m.; worship service 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, Thorndale: Hwy. 79, 512/8982529, www.fbcthorndale.com; Jeremey Shepherd, pastor; Sunday school, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday worship, 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday Children’s activities, prayer meeting, ladies Bible study, 6:30 p.m.

LEXINGTON FAITH TEMPLE: 1005 CR 317 W, Lexington, TX 78947, 979/773-4558; Rev. Jim D. Monroe, pastor; Sunday school, 9:45 a.m.; worship service, 10:45 a.m.; Sunday evening service, 6 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study, 6:30 p.m.; other meetings by special announcements. Welcome is extended to all.

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST), Lexington: Hwy. 77 N., 979/773-4416; “A Positive Fellowship of Growing Christians;” David N. Fischer, pastor; Sunday coffee fellowship, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday school, 9:50 a.m.; worship, 11 a.m.; caring nursery always provided.

LEXINGTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: Rev. David White, pastor; church school 9:45 a.m.; services, 11 a.m.; Bible study, 6 p.m.

LEXINGTON HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC MISSION: Corner of Hwy. 77 and FM 696 East; Sunday mass 10 a.m.

LIBERTY COMMUNITY CHURCH: Sunday worship, 9 a.m.; Sunday school, 10 a.m.; Wednesday Bible fellowship (at the Gilliland’s home), 5:30 p.m. LIGHT OF CHRIST MINISTRIES: a non-denominational Christian retreat, located west of Gause approximately 5 miles off US 79; Melvin and Loretta Wall, www.lightofchristministries.com. LIVE OAK CHURCH OF CHRIST: Bible study, song service and communion, 10:30 a.m. Sunday; services, 7:30 p.m. Sunday. THE MASTER’S GATEWAY CHURCH: Milano; Pastors Ross and Beverly Cunningham, gateway@hughes.net; Hwy. 79 E. on top of the hill; Sunday worship, 10 a.m.; Sunday prayer, 6 p.m.; Wednesday service, 7 p.m. MILAM COUNTY CHURCH OF CHRIST: Hwy. 77 and CR 232; O.E. Davidson, evangelist; Sunday services, 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Bible study, 10 a.m.; Wednesday Bible study, 7 p.m. MILANO CHURCH OF CHRIST: Sunday, 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. MILANO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: Rev. Roy Dillard, pastor; Sunday school, 10 a.m. Sunday; fellowship and welcome, 11 a.m. Sunday; Sunday worship, 11 a.m.; Wednesday Bible fellowship, 5:30 p.m. at the Gilliland’s home. MT. ZION BAPTIST CHURCH: FM 1712; Luther Shelander, pastor; Sunday school, 9:45 a.m.; worship service, 11 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Wednesday prayer meeting, 7 p.m. MT. TABOR BAPTIST CHURCH: 1353 Milam Co. Loop 355, Gause; Dr. Leroy Swift, pastor; 1st & 3rd Sundays, Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship 11 a.m.; Thursday bible study 6 p.m. NEW PROVIDENCE PRIMITIVE BAPTIST: Maysfield on FM 485 and corner of 979; Elder Louis Holder, 2nd Sunday pastor; Elder Ethridge, 4th Sunday pastor; hymn singing, 10 a.m.; preaching, 11 a.m. PLEASANT GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH: Sunday school, 10 a.m. PLEASANT RETREAT UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: 5 miles south of Thorndale; Rev. Ray Prince, 512-824-0226; Sunday School, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday worship, 11 a.m.; youth group, 4-6 p.m., second and fourth Sundays.

PSALMS 23 MINISTRIES LIMITED: An interdenominational ministry; CR 145, near North Elm Cemetery in Cameron; Steven Anderson, pastor; 254-605-0327; open air services third Saturday of each month starting at 9 a.m. SALTY COMMUNITY CHURCH: Sunday worship, 9 a.m. SAN GABRIEL BAPTIST CHURCH: 163 CR 421A, Thorndale; www.sangabrielbaptistchurch.org; Tim Cheatham, pastor; Sunday school, 9:50 a.m.; worship services, 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday; Wednesday prayer and Bible study for adults and youth, 7 p.m. SAN GABRIEL CHRISTIAN CHURCH: Billy Bob Cox, minister; breakfast, 9:15 a.m. Sunday; Bible school, 9:45 a.m. Sunday; worship, 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday; Christian Youth Fellowship, 6 p.m. Wednesday. SAND GROVE CHURCH OF CHRIST: Bible study, song service and communion, 10 a.m. Sunday. SANDY CREEK CHURCH OF CHRIST: Bible study 10 a.m.; service, 10:50 a.m. Sunday; service, 5:30 p.m. Sunday; Wednesday Bible study, 7 p.m. SHARP PRESBYTERIAN: Student pastor each first Sunday, 10:30 a.m.; hobby club, second Thursday, 10 a.m. ST. JAMES LUTHERAN: Lexington; Leif Hasskarl, pastor; Sunday school, 9:45 a.m., adult Bible class, 10 a.m.; Sunday worship, 10:45 a.m.; Holy Communion, 1st and 3rd Sundays. ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH: 315 N. Sixth St., Thorndale; Mel Swayer, pastor; Sunday school, 9 a.m.; worship, 10:15 a.m.; “Grace and Peace,” heard at 7:45 a.m. Sundays on KRXT 98.5 FM radio. ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH: Thorndale; Rev. James Mann; Cindy Melcher, school principal; 8 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Sunday services; 9:15 a.m. Bible Class/Sunday School. STEPHEN CHAPEL A.M.E. CHURCH: 422 E. Hwy. 79, P.O. Box 142, Gause; Rev. Linda M. Wallace, pastor; worship service, 11 a.m. Sunday. TANGLEWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH: Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship service 11 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Sunday; Wednesday service, 6:30 p.m.

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November 7, 2013

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Barkemeyer seeks new term I’m Dave Barkemeyer and I have decided to run for a second term as county judge of Milam County. It has been a privilege to serve as your count y judge these past t h r e e ye a r s; my first term has certainly been challengi n g a nd h a s gone by ver y Barkemeyer quickly. I’d be honored to serve for another term. I’ve tried to do my best to keep you informed about your county government through regTREADMILL DONATION—Tommy Standard (center), president and CEO of Standards Home Health, recently donated five new medical grade treadmills to the Yoe High School Athletic Department. Pictured with Standard are Collin Clark (left), Cameron ISD Superintendent and Rick Rhoades, Cameron ISD Athletic Director.

By WANDA LEE

GAUSE NEWS

ith the help of the Gause ISD students, the Gause 4-H Club will sponsor the annual community-wide Thanksgiving food drive the week of Nov. 18-22. The food will be distributed the first of Thanksgiving Day week. If you would like to be a part of this community service activity you may contact me or take items/money donations for turkey or ham to the school office. Many thanks to all who came out and supported the Gause Baptist Church Youth Fall Carnival this past

Saturday. It was a success and the money will be used for their mission trip to Tennessee this summer. Hope you deer hunters had a successful weekend and if you didn’t there is lots more time left in the season—isn’t there? Granddaughter Kendall got a nice one during youth weekend. The rains this past week were a welcome sight. It certainly put new life into the rose bushes. Darlene Anglen went on a trip Sunday with one of the organizations

Reporter correspondent

SENIOR CITIZENS MENU Monday—Closed for Veteran’s Day. Tuesday—Braised pork chop and Creole sauce, green beans, garden salad, garlic bread, fruit cup with oranges, milk. Wednesday—Cran-lemon chicken, low sodium red potatoes, peas and carrots, fruited orange gelatin, whole wheat bread, oatmeal cookie, milk. Thursday—Chicken tenders, low sodium cream gravy, mashed potatoes, corn O’Brien, whole wheat bread, pear, milk. Friday—To be announced.

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that she is a member and reported she has a lot of new info about roses. Hoping she will share with me a little of what she learned. I enjoy my roses. There is one more junior high volleyball game here at 5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7. Basketball gets underway on Nov. 19 with games at Harmony Science Academy. Had a nice visit with Jimmy Stubbs at Coats Grocery. He and his wife live in Bryan now. First time to see him in ages. If you have some news give me a call.

ROCKDALE RESIDENCE & REHAB NEWS The holidays are upon us. We start this month celebrating our November residents birthdays at 2 p.m. Nov. 7. At 3 p.m. we have our family service committee meeting. Please join at 4 p.m. for our family support group meeting. We welcome our community to join us in the family support group meeting. Be prepared to “shop ’til you drop” at our second annual Holiday Bazaar & Chili Dinner from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15. You can start your Christmas shopping early and do it locally. Vendors are welcome. We will also have our chili dinner and bake sale on the same night. You can purchase a bowl of chili with all the fixin’s and bake sale items to dine in or take out. Please contact Lisa Debault

early 1960s. We live in Cameron, having been back now for some 15 years after I completed a 30 year career with Dow Chemical Company. I’m a graduate of Texas A&M with an MBA from the University of Houston. So you’ve seen how I perform during my first term; I will continue with the same philosophy and practices should you choose to re-elect me to a second term. Thank you for your support this first term, and I would appreciate your vote so that I may continue to work along side the other elected officials, county employees, and you the citizens of Milam County to make our community a better place to live.

Stewart seeks Pct. 3 JP post

My name is K im Stewar t, I would like to announce my intention to seek your vote in the upcoming 2014 Election as your Republican Candidate for Justice of the Peace for Precinct 3. My parents, Tim and Mary Stewart, moved to M i l a no i n 1974. You may Stewart remember them as the owners of Stewarts’ Restaurant in Rockdale. I have called Milam County my home ever since. I raised three of my girls in WEBELOS RECOGNIZED—Members of Cub Scout Pack 789 Webelos 2 Den were recently recognized Rockdale and Milano and I during a Milano ISD school board meeting. Den members were acknowledged for their work towards their am seeing my fourth daughter Scholar Activity badge. Pictured (L-R) Milano ISD superintendent Robert Westbrook, Jayden Garcia, Justin through the Milano High School Gage, Riley Spears and Milano secondary principal Brad Jones.

Community-wide food drive set Nov. 18-22

ular weekly newspaper columns, radio programs, the Milam County website at www.milamcounty. net, by conducting informative commissioners court meetings, and by having periodic community communication meetings around the county. I believe in faith-based leadership that respects First Amendment rights; in responsible, efficient county government based on a balanced budget. I’ve tried to demonstrate honest ethical behavior during my first term in office and will continue to pursue bringing new business and industry to Milam County. Margia and I are both natives of Milam County, having graduated from Yoe High back in the

now. While raising my children I served in a variety of sporting committees and boards as a member and a coach. I believe in our children and making certain that we are putting forth a positive image for them to follow as they grow and learn throughout our communities and our county. My service to Milam County for the past eleven years has been as a dispatcher for the Sheriff’s Office and the Rockdale Police Department and currently, as a jail transport officer for the Sheriff’s Office. I hold an Intermediate Jailer’s License as certified through Texas. I am also a state-certified Mental Health Officer with over 700 hours of state training. I embrace Bible-based values

when dealing with people and I am dedicated to maintaining high moral standards. If elected as your Justice of the Peace I will hold firm to solid family values, and maintain an honest, fair and an impartial application of the law towards any issues brought before the court. I would like to add that I have struggled and worked hard all of my life to provide for my family but these last eleven years in the service to the people of Milam County have been the best years so far. I am hoping to take the next step in my commitment to you, the people of Precinct 3 and would be honored to receive your vote in the up-coming Republican Primary Election on March 4, 2014, as your next Justice of the Peace for Precinct 3.

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THEY REALLY SAID THAT?

“When you get to about 50 you stop growing hair on top of your head and start growing it in places where you don’t need it, like inside your ears.”—Bill Cosby

November 7, 2013

EDITORIAL

Alamo forever I

People making ‘sovreignty’ issue have forgotten who’s in charge

ne of the dumbest controversies ever, even in the rich brew of Texas politics, erupted last week when a fear that the Alamo would at worst “fall under control of the United Nations” or at least have to fly the UN banner instead of the Texas flag, gained traction. It all happened in the wake of something that seemed simple, the hallowed former battleground, and the other sites which comprise the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, have been nominated to be added to the UN’s UNESCO World Heritage List. That’s it. Added to a list. More tourists. Somehow that got interpreted by some people that the UN was taking ownership of the shrine away from the state of Texas. Apparently, things got so serious that the state’s General Land Office had to issue a press release shooting down what was fast growing into an urban legend. None of this had to happen. People have apparently forgotten who is the Texas Land Commissioner who heads up the GLO. His name is Jerry Patterson. Jerry Jones is more likely to move the Dallas Cowboys to Washington, DC, than Jerry Patterson is to give away the Alamo to anyone, let alone to the United Nations. Patterson is an ex-Marine fighter pilot, the epitome of the straight-shooting Texan, and that’s literal. The author of the state’s Concealed Handgun Act, he keeps a five-shot revolver tucked into a boot. He once called for kicking California, Massachusetts, New York and Connecticut out of the U. S. Jokingly. We think. To settle a land dispute between Texas and New Mexico, he challenged the New Mexico land commissioner to a duel. “I think I’ll just wing him,” Patterson said. His response to the UN rumor was two words. “Horse hockey.” Horses don’t play hockey but they do...you know. The UN flag? Just imagine any European Union bureaucrat who tries to lower the Lone Star from the Alamo while Jerry Patterson is land commissioner. Do the words “San Jacinto” ring a bell?—M.B.

An Internet-less Tuesday can make you think

n Bill Cosby’s classic “Noah” routine a few details were revealed that somehow escaped getting put into Genesis chapters six through nine. Such as how the duration of the rainstorm which destroyed all life on earth, save those beings huddled on the ark, was determined. According to the Book of Cosby, God had originally intended for the rain to last 1,000 days and 1,000 nights. But he apparently took the suggestion of Cosby’s Noah, which was: “Why don’t you just have it rain 40 days and 40 nights and let the sewers back up?” That concept flashed into my mind on Tuesday in a different context. Several times over the years I’ve heard Reporter Publisher Emeritus Bill Cooke remark: “A nation that wants to destroy the United States won’t need an Army. They just have to jam the Internet for a few days. We’ll collapse.” What brought that thought to

DAVE SAYS Dave Ramsey

Debt snowball, rental property

Dear Matthew, No, it should not. The debt snowball is Baby Step 2 in my plan, where you stop saving and pay off all debt except for your home—and I would include rental properties in there—from smallest to largest. Prior to this, you should start with Baby Step 1, which is saving up a starter emergency fund of $1,000. Baby Step 3 is going back and fully funding your emergency fund with three to six months of expenses. Expenses, not income. Baby Step 4 is investing 15 percent of your household income in Roth IRAs and other pre-tax retirement plans. Baby Step 5 means setting aside college money for the kids. Baby Step 6 is where you pay off your home, and Baby Step 7 is when you relax, build wealth, and give. Think about it this way, Matthew. Which would you rather lose in a worst-case scenario: your home or your rental properties? If they’re in the same general range of debt, I’m going to pay off the home first and the rental properties last. —Dave

Dear Dave, Should rental property debt be included in the debt snowball? Matthew

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the forefront was pretty obvious. We were without it here at The Reporter for pretty close to seven hours last Tuesday. Now, Tuesday is deadline day. Unless you’ve worked on a publication, or been married to someone who works on a publication—hi, honey—you really can’t understand what deadline day is. This is the simplest way to explain it. I’ve been assured by seven different theologians that heaven will contain no Tuesdays and the other place, like the movie “Groundhog Day,” will be the same Tuesday over and over. So when our Internet and e-mail went out, it was panic time. We were unable to instantaneously receive news and photos on which we had counted, have

Art by Alexandria Ferguson, a senior at Rockdale High School.

Umbrella insurance?

Dear Dave, At what level of net worth s h o u l d s om e on e c on s i d e r umbrella insurance? Matt Dear Matt, I think it’s something you should consider if you have a net worth of $500,000 or greater. But first you should be clear on what net worth really means. Net worth is what you own minus what you owe. So the fact that you make a million dollars a year is not the determining factor in whether or not you’re a millionaire. That being said, I would get umbrella insurance, which is extra liability insurance, when you reach the half-million mark in net worth. Prior to that I’d suggest carr y ing $500,000 worth of liability on your homeowner’s, car insurance and any other policies that have liability attached to them. Once you reach and cross that $500,000 threshold in net worth, however, I’d advise picking up another $1 million in liability insurance, called an umbrella policy, that attaches to the top of that and covers everything for an additional $1 million. You can get it for about $200 a year in most states. —Dave

EDITOR’S CORNER

LOOKING BACK 100 YEARS AGO.... It was the social event of the year, maybe the decade, in Rockdale as Dr. T. S. Barkley married Miss Alice Graves in the Rockdale Methodist Church. The Matinee Musical club had a three-in-one session, a piano concert, Halloween party and bridal shower for Alice Graves. Corn entered in the Texas State Fair in Dallas by Rockdale farmer George Doss won the coveted purple ribbon for best corn grower in the state. Doss sold the prize-winning corn for 50 cents an ear ($40 a bushel.) Thanksgiving was obviously on the way. Scarbrough & Hicks and the Farmers Union Warehouse ran large ads in The Reporter: “We will buy your turkeys.”

FORTY YEARS AGO.... As part of a national effort to conserve power during the 1973 “energy shortage,” the Rockdale Chamber of Commerce announced there would be no Christmas lighting downtown. The fall pecan crop in Milam County was such a flop that the annual pecan show in Cameron was canceled by the Texas Agricultural Extension Service. Rev. Bob Koch of St. John’s United Methodist Church was to bring the sermon for Rockdale’s annual Union Thanksgiving Service at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. In a bizarre “meaningless” football game with a non-zone opponent the week between a zone-clinching win and a district

And wonder why their phones have cords and their cars don’t have seat belts. Why their cameras need film and their offices don’t have monitors. Why they use carbon paper but don’t text. Why their cops have to be in their patrol cars to communicate. Why their clergy and doctors and teachers are respected. Why everybody is always smoking. Okay, those last ones are sociology, not technology. But the question is, have we become less vulnerable or more vulnerable with all our modern technology? Like most things the answer is probably more gray than black or white. There’s another quote, from a famous play called “Inherit the Wind,” by Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee, which long ago addressed the same conundrum circa 1925: “Progress has never been a bargain. You have to pay for it. Sometimes I think there’s a man who sits behind a counter and says, ‘All right, you can have a telephone but you lose privacy and the charm of distance. Madam, you may vote but at a price. You lose the right to retreat behind the powder puff or your petticoat. Mister, you may conquer the air but the birds will lose their wonder and the clouds will smell of gasoline’.” And so it is with us. We can talk to anyone, anywhere. But do we have anything to say to each other? We can buy something with a click of a mouse. But a local store closes for lack of business. We can communicate with people we like in China and Zanzibar. But we don’t know the name of the lonely elderly widow two doors down from our house. Oh, I got a text. Bye! mike@rockdalereporter.com

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playoff bout, Gatesville defeated Rockdale 35-6. TWENTY YEARS AGO.... The Rockdale City Council was set to gauge public opinion on a proposed 124-bed juvenile “boot camp” envisioned for a site south of Rockdale. Michael Goza was named to replace Jack Drake, who was retiring from Alcoa after more than 40 years with the company, the final 11 as Texas-area manager. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announced it would install crossarms and lights at Rockdale’s treacherous Travis Street railroad intersection. Coach Kris Waugh’s Lady Tiger volleyball team was headed into

the post-season with a 25-1 record and a 19-game winning streak. TEN YEARS AGO.... City council members were discussing whether to raise Rockdale’s hotel-motel tax which was at six percent. Police were warning of a phone scam after someone posing as a non-existent “banking security officer” phoned a local resident and tried to extract banking account numbers. It was an early flu season as 50 RHS students were absent on one day, representing almost 10 percent of the campus population. A crowd of almost 300 attended the second annual health fair at Richards Memorial Hospital which featured free health screenings.

Bum and Bud branded Houston pro football

ootball fans of a certain age have their memories piqued in a couple of ways when someone w ith whom they’ve identified for decades passes to that Great Gridiron in the Sky. Being a football fan just short of fanaticism (age cures a lot of sports mental illness while infecting us with other forms), I have some personal recollections of two icons of The Coming of Pro Football to Houston, O. A. (Oail Andrew) “Bum” Phillips and Kenneth S. “Bud” Adams. Bum, of course, captured the fancy of more than mere football fans with his folksy observations, his unmistakable caricature and his absolute country boy loyalty to those who gained the much-desired “Friend of Bum” title. He took a 1970s Houston Oiler team of moderate physical talent and built it into an over-accomplishing “Luv Ya Blue” suitor for the Houston sports fans’ love and adoration. When he fell from favor with Oilers owner Bud, he was unceremoniously dumped after the “just-short” 1980 goal of “kicking in the door” to a league championship.

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One of Bum’s stumbling blocks was a loss in godforsaken Pittsburgh cold weather. Prior to the battle in that wintry setting, “Coach” came up with one of his jewel quotes: “How do you prepare to be miserable.” Bud, a wealthy oilman and one of the founders (along with Lamar Hunt) of the old American Football League, was long viewed as a hero for bringing professional football to Houston and Texas. However, vilification was permanently pasted to his hide when he fired the iconic Bum. And, being a rich oil tycoon rarely invokes saintly public appraisals. Then, Bud earned perhaps permanent public disdain when, after his pleas for a better publicly-owned stadium for his Oilers were rejected by the public, he moved his football franchise to Tennessee and, after one season, renamed them the Titans. “Coach” endeared himself to

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non-football fans, even to women who’d never stoop to watch the violent sport, with his country courtliness. Bum was Texan through and through from the Stetson on his crew-cut head to being shod with custom boots. However, he refused it to wear the hat in the first Houston Domed Stadium because “my mama taught me that gentlemen don’t wear their hats indoors.” But, his very personal fatherson relationship with legendary running back Earl Campbell also struck a melodic chord with the public. Earl dressed Western as did his father figure coach. Adams came to Texas to make his own name. His father was president of Phillips Petroleum in Oklahoma. Bud named his fledgling oil enterprise Ada Oil Co., a little twist of is family name. He was more instrumental than he was ever given credit for in the building of the Astrodome, the country’s first covered, all-weather football stadium, but his public persona took a pounding when he fired Bum. Those early Oiler years saw them debuting in public school

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Jeppesen Stadium, hardly a pro facility even in the late 50s. My rare and limited exposure to professional football news coverage came in 1960 right after my college graduation from the University of Houston, as I took extra jobs to establish myself in the workaday world. At the time, I’d succumbed to what I thought was the glamorous world of business magazine journalism at the not-so-glitzy salary of $300 a month. So I took a per-game job of “spotter-official statistician’s helper” in the not-so-glamorous world of press box game day work. So, I pocketed a few (very few) of Bud’s bucks to make ends meet. I wish I could lay claim to some entertaining connection with Bum, but I can’t. But, I am grateful that he gave many journalists a lot to write about, even the ultimate country newsman-wannabe sports writer, me. And, those are my only bona fides as to a connection with the two B brands on professional football in Houston. wwebb1937@att.net

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Takes 600 cows to make a season of NFL pigskins Neighbor Grover sez show him a guy who has all his problems behind him, and he’ll show you a school bus driver.

riday nights are fun in Rockdale, Texas. The football team is very good and the band is also very good. That open date Friday left a lot of us with withdrawal symptoms, but we’ll get our “fix” Friday at Caldwell in the last regular-season game. You can take my predictions and a dollar and get a cup of coffee anywhere, but I think this Art by Beth Barajas, a second-grader at Rockdale Elementary team is capable of playing several School. more Fridays. Go Big Blue. —bc— Speaking of football, here are some interesting facts about the game that you may or may not Water bill ‘ridiculous’ know: ABOUT LETTERS for three-person home • The huddle used in football The Reporter welcomes letters to was created by a deaf quarterthe editor on subjects of interest to our Dear editor, readers. Short letters are most likely back, Paul D. 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Usuthe 3,700 the prior month. tact our advertising department. ally it is an indicator of Opinions expressed in letters are Let it be known that no one in what the con artists are planning those of the writer and not necessarily my household drinks the water next. Let’s focus on the nations those of this newspaper. in fear of becoming ill, which health plan. means we also don’t use it to It is confusing for senior citcook with. izens to know who to trust or We have maybe 3-4 loads of of money for water we only use where to go for accurate inforas a necessity, and even then laundry per week. mation regarding current law. The water is so terrible that I don’t want to actually use it. The people are ignorant about had to place a filter on the sink in As a city, we need to come the facts in the Affordable Care order to rinse my infant’s wipes together and demand change. Act and the rollout plan did not due to the harshness of Rockdale This is ridiculous! work as expected. The comwater breaking his bottom out. Danielle Airen Donnelly puter gurus promise to get the We pay an outrageous amount Danielleairen@gmail.com machines operational by the end of the month. The marketplaces were to be “Fast and Furious” debacle. Administration keeps set by Oct. 1, 2013 and the enroll We do know that Obama and ment opened now for six months infringing freedoms Hillary Clinton intentionally to March 31, 2014. People needDear editor, lied about the Benghazi trag Remember how Obama, while edy and that Obama was very ing insurance can shop for the c a mpa ig ning for t he W hite cozy with the IRS leader while best one that fits their needs. It may be less expensive than House the first time, accused the IRS was giving groups who their previous policy and cover Bush of being unpatriotic for allowing our country to get so disagreed with Obama’ policies more health problems. C it i z en s w it h i n s u r a nc e deep in debt and for gasoline to a very difficult time. never known of a presi I’ve be so expensive? Well, our debt has doubled and dent who told so many fibs to gas is much more expensive now. us and so far, it look like he has Bush was accused of “being gotten away with it. too friendly to big oil.” Why not It looks like the mainstream hat a treat this weekpress just keeps on protecting blame the current president? end to sit in the Per Obama promised to work with him. You would think by now forming Arts Center at both parties. He didn’t allow any some in the Senate and House Yoe High School and listen to Republicans to take part in the would demand that impeach- the music of the Donnie Wavra ment proceedings should begin. health care decisions. Orchestra from Columbus, Tex A lso, he seldom ma ke s a Back to the IRS. When the as, perform some good ol’ polka speech without making a nega- powerful IRS starts doing polit- music; brought back many a fond tive remark about “those Repub- ical work for the president, memory of my growing up years licans.” When you continuously that’s very serious and very here in Milam County. berate someone in public how dangerous. Sometimes they would sing can you expect them to cooperate Individual freedom is gradu- one verse of a song in the native ally being infringed upon. with you or respect you? tongue of the ancestors of many He’s convinced me that he Charles Helmer of us in the audience and then the wants to cause division. We have 1600 North FM 487 next verse in American English. never heard the truth about the Rockdale A lf red Vra zel a nd Ja nice Marek, two of our local musicians who played with the band Milano Opry to be back prayers for this was a big loss for Sunday sang one song this way him and his little girl Lacey. The called “K rasna A merika” or in business Nov. 16th Milano Opry will be on schedule “Beautiful America.” Dear editor, next month, Nov. 16, and we The words of the song went The Milano Opry would like have a huge show planned. like this: to express sincere apologies The Opry along with all of our Beautiful, yes it’s beautiful for having to cancel the Oct. 19 scholarship recipients would like (Krasna, to je krasna). show. If you did not get word we to thank you for your continued It’s our beautiful America. (To apologize for any inconvenience support, without you, our suc- je krasna Amerika) this may have caused you cess wouldn’t be possible. In America there’s everything Michael Herod (guitar player) Watch in f uture news for grand (U Amerika je svoboda). would like to thank you all for details about this month’s show Good folks, good cheer is your prayers during the loss of and we hope to see you all there. always on hand (Uroda zem je his wife Valerie. Lynn Martin dobra). Please keep his family in your lmartin@cnbanktexas.com Beautiful, yes it’s beautiful (Krasna, to je krasna). It’s our beautiful America. (To je krasna Amerika). In America we’re happy to be, To work, to plan, to know that we’re free, Beautiful, yes it’s beautiful, It’s our beautiful America. I remember my grandpas telling me about how their dads (my great grandpas) came over in the mid 1800s leaving their families behind until they could make enough money here in America to bring their wives and children over too. At the historical marker dedic at ion ceremony last week at Apache Pass, Ray Ochoa, a descendant of the Apaches who now lives in the Thrall area was telling the group there about the history of his people and described how his ancestors came across from Siberia through Alaska and down the continent and into this area. 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SPOILIN’ THE BROTH Bill Cooke

ball game averages 11 minutes. Wow. That one blows me away, although I’m getting pretty fed up with all the instant replay, automatic reviews and the increasing number of long huddles by confused zebras (officials). • The Houston Texans are the fifth professional sports team to use the name Texans. Three defunct pro hockey teams also used the name, and the Kansas City Chiefs started out the Dallas Texans before owner Lamar Hunt moved them out of Cowboy country. • Since the American Professional Football Association became the National Football League (NFL) in 1922, the Chicago Bears are the only team not

to change its name or city. • Every single NFL football is made in a Wilson factory in the village of Ada, Ohio, population 6,000. And, it takes 600 cows to make enough footballs for one NFL season. I have no idea why they’re called pigskins. • Highest score ever in football was in 1916 when Georgia Tech beat Cumberland 222-0. Truthfully, I thought a Cumberland was something you wore with a tuxedo. • The Baltimore Ravens are named after Edgar Allan Poe’s famous poem, The Raven, but not the actual bird. • The Dallas Cowboys haven’t played in Dallas since 1971 when they left the Cotton Bowl, but you knew that. Yep, Texas Stadium is in Irving and now Jerry’s World in Arlington (AT&T Stadium). • St. Louis Rams (formerly from LA) were the first NFL team to use their logo on their helmets. • The Green Bay Packers are a publicly-owned corporation—

the only NFL team to have this status. • Dr. James Naismith introduced helmets to football, but he’s better known as the inventor of basketball. • Former Minnesota Vikings kicker Fred Cox invented the Nerf football in 1972, and still receives royalties. • The NFL is considered a non-profit and thus is tax-exempt. Doesn’t that somehow tick you off? All those rich owners, playing their teams in stadiums built by taxpayers? • The NFL requires that all stadiums be built facing north-South so the sun never interferes with play. Most college stadiums follow suit, but many high school fields (including our own Tiger Field right here in Regal Rockdale) do not since games are generally played at night. Thus the praise heard often, “He’s a great northsouth runner.” bill@rockdalereporter.com

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MILAM COUNTY T.R.I.A.D. Ted Hubert

are not needing to shop in the marketplace. Citizens will be required to indicate the name of their insurance company to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The IRS is statutorily mandated to collect the fines from those not in compliance with the law. You do not need to fear that the IRS agents will kick in your doors at midnight or foreclose on your homestead, however, you will be better served when you are law abiding. Hopefully, education is on its way. The general public needs to know more about their choices and their costs. Health care is expensive and insurance is a necessary evil.

All of this is fertile soil to grow half-truths, false statements, and criminal offers to enroll people Into the Health Insurance Marketplace. You need to be alert and keep your wits about you. You may need someone to assist you in setting up the best insurance plan for you. The Office of the Inspector General is concerned that con artists may ask for money to help you. No legitimate assister will ask you for money. You should not allow anyone to threaten you with lawsuits for non-compliance with federal laws. Impostors may claim they work for the government via email, telephone, letters or appear at your door. Do not hesitate to ask for their identification. If they are authentic, they are eager to share their identification with you. Do not take a quick glance. Look over

the ID carefully. Take notes if you want. A flash of a badge is not proof enough. Unsolicited assistance from anyone is enough for you to be suspicious. People contacting you may be after personal data needed to steal your identity. These “phishermen” may ask for your credit card information, bank numbers, driver’s license and more. Not all of Milam County TRIAD members are on Medicare and not all MCT members are shopping for health insurance in the marketplace, but all members on Medicare do not need to shop for insurance in the marketplace. You can call 1-800-318-2596 to report consumer health fraud. If you need more information on the Affordable Care Act (ACA) go online to the official website: Health Care.gov. ted@myalpha1.net

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ing arms, instituting socialized medicine, by controlling housing, and otherwise taking control of peoples’ lives, causing people to

be dependent on government. People come to America to be free from government control. Let’s not forget the foundation “Beautiful America” is built on. These early Czech and German immigrants sang of work and planning. Mr. Cruz told of his young son Ted memorizing the Constitution of the United States at an early age.

No wonder he’s so aggressively fighting socialized medicine in the Senate as he’s heard his father tell the story of what happened in Cuba. These immigrants knew how good it was to be in America; are we who are second, third and fourth generation Americans forgetting what it takes to remain free? dbarkemeyer@milamcounty.net

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Thanks, Genie Eugenie “Genie” Newton retired Thursday after 25 years and three months with the Retired Senior Volunteer (RSVP) program at the Rockdale Senior Citizens Center. She received a plaque (top photo) presented by Ronnie Ault (L), supervisor with Hill Country Community Action Association and Carolyn Cooper, center director. At bottom, Newton visits with longtime friend Vermel Bland during the Thursday reception.

Project Grad to sell meal before Friday game By KAY LAGRONE Reporter correspondent

i la no’s 201 4 P r oje c t Graduation group will sell “grab bag” meals at the last home football game on Friday, Nov. 8. The $7 meals will consist of barbecue sandwich, chips, drink and dessert. They will be sold from 5-7 p.m. You can take your meal up into the stands to eat or you may eat in the elementary cafeteria. Milano ISD will also hold a Veterans Day program at 9 a.m. Monday, Nov. 11 at the high school gym. All area veterans are invited to attend. There will be a reception for them following the program. At tent ion MISD a lumni—

MILANO NEWS Milano ISD continuously strives to improve in all areas and values your input and feedback as an alum. Please visit the MISD website (w w w.milanoisd.net) and fill out the alumni survey. Thank you to everyone who came to the Milano Elementary fall festival on Friday and also on Thursday to the Team Tammy Halloween party. Yearbooks for 2014 are now on sale. This year’s theme is “#Life@Milano.” The cost is $25, but will be increasing in January. Order online today at www.balfour.com. The Milano cross countr y teams had a good showing at

their regional meet on Saturday in San Antonio and the Lady Eagles volleyball team won their first playoff game on Tuesday. With a win on Friday, the Eagle football team will also be in the playoffs. Add the start of basketball season on top of that and it is a busy, busy time for everyone. We had a great time watching the Milano High School production class in their show “10 Ways to Survive a Zombie Apocalypse” on Oct. 30. It was hilarious and directors Susan Meyer and Sherry Lagrone did a fantastic job as always. A spe c ia l “ t ha n k you” to everyone who has checked in on husband Claude after his recent surgery.

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Goodbye old friend, you were the playground of our childhood

oters in Houston on Tuesday chose to give the death penalty to the state’s most beloved friend of sports. The Astrodome. Two years short of its 50th birthday, the venerable old site, which now sits in the parking lot of the new and improved Reliant Stadium, will not be spared by a 53 to 47 percent vote. There had been hopes that the Astrodome could have been turned into a convention center, but the $217 million price tag was too much for Houston voters and it will likely be demolished. It will cost from $30 to $80 million to raze it. When it opened in 1965, the Astrodome was a technological marvel. It was promoted as the “8th Wonder of the World,” it was the first domed and air-conditioned stadium and became professional sports most famous facility. The reason Astroturf is called Astroturf is because of the Astrodome, where it first appeared. I remember walking on the field at the Astrodome when I was a kid and it was like walking on the surface of the moon. never felt anything like that before. Once home to the Houston Oilers, the Dome hasn’t hosted a professional team since 1999, and has been closed to all events since 2009. Bright and shiny Reliant Stadium was constructed next door. It’s funny, but I think I went to the Astrodome more when I lived in Louisiana. I just recently wrote about meeting my hero, Bob Gibson, in the Astrodome when he pitched against the Astros. That is of course, one of the highlights of my life. My dad, brother and I made a yearly pilgrimage to the Astrodome to catch a series during the summer. We would stay at the White House Hotel across the street. In addition, my little league team would have a raffle each year to raise money for a trip to the Astrodome to see a couple of games and mostly swim in the hotel swimming pool. We all took our gloves in order to snag that elusive foul ball, but we never were able to chase one down. Sitting there in our uniforms, they would of course put our names on the scoreboard and it didn’t get any better than that. One year, our teammate Kevin Judice entered the pitch, hit and catch competition and actually won it. When they put his name on the scoreboard, we went nuts. My favorite memory of the Dome is when someone would hit a home run, the New Year’s Eve type light shoe that would go off near the scoreboard—the bucking bull, the cowboy firing off his pistols in the air. I saw what I beleive was the last Bluebonnet Bowl there when Texas defeated Craig “Ironhead” Heyward and Pittsburgh. The last time I was at the Astrodome was several years ago to watch a couple of state championship games. I wasn’t present, but watched the UCLA-Houston basketball game in 1968 which pitted Lew Alcindor against Elvin Hayes. Also watched the battle of the sexes between Bille Jean King and Bobby Riggs in 1973. Another one of our sports cathedrals is gone. The “8th Wonder of the World” was a wonder to the Little League baseball player in me.

The Astrodome was advertised as “space age” baseball when it opened in 1965.

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Trap game awaits Tigers in Caldwell Big Blue has won six straight regular season ending games

Caldwell’s J.J. Jackson has emerged as the top receiver in District 18-3A with 47 catches for 696 yards and four touchdowns.

PLAYOFF GAME SET

Rockdale’s first round opponent and the location of the game has already been set. The Tigers will face Lorena in a bi-district contest, Friday Nov. 15 at 7:30 p.m. at the new Rockdale has known for two Mary Hardin-Baylor Crusader weeks that they have a place in Stadium in Belton. the Class 3A playoff bracket. At 1-7, Caldwell has no such warned his team about getting notions and will have to con- complacent. sider its contest with the Tigers “They aren’t going to lay down. Friday as their playoff game. Jef f Miller has a lready See TRAP, page 5C

Reporter/ Cliff Dungan

ROCKDALE AT CALDWELL What: Rockdale Tigers (5-4, 2-1) vs Caldwell Hornets (1-7, 0-3). Where: Hornet Stadium (2,500 capacity, grass) When: Friday, 7:30 p.m. Favorite: Rockdale by 20. Last week: Rockdale was idle; Navasota 56, Caldwell 7. Last year: Rockdale 43-12. Series: Rockdale leads 31-26-1. Hornet to watch: No. 5, Sr. WR J.J. Jackson

BI-DISTRICT VOLLEYBALL

Lady Tigers go down swinging No. 8 Lorena had its hands full with playoff newcomers BY BILL MARTIN

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BELTON—A relative volleyball playoff novice, the Rockdale Lady Tigers were expected to enter their bi-district battle with a ranked Lorena squad wide-eyed and mesmerized. It was Lorena instead, that experienced an eye-opener as the Lady Tigers fought to the bitter end before bowing 25-18, 25-20, 25-17 Monday night at Belton High School. No. 8 Lorena (36-9) travels on to face the winner of the Huntington-Rusk contest in area competition. Making their first playoff appearance since 2006 and only the third in the past 20 years, the Lady Tigers finish up 20-18, the first winning record since 1999 and most wins since a 25-4 record in 1994. Rockdale finished fourth in District 18-3A to earn the post season trip. “The girls played their hearts out, they left everything on the floor, we never gave up,” said fifth-year Rockdale Coach Jason Williams. “I truly feel we surprised Lorena. They were expecting a walk in the park, we gave them a walk through a war zone. “I couldn’t be prouder of these girls for the way they fought.” While Rockdale was swept out in three sets, all were c onte sted a nd t he L ady Tigers led in all three. In the final game, Rockdale

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Rockdale’s Amanda Boyd (left) and Shelby Evans guard the net in the Lady Tigers’ bi-district loss to Lorena Monday night. jumped out early 4-1, before the Lady Leps grabbed the lead for good 12-11. Lorena reeled off four straight points to take the final game 25-17. The match ended on an odd note as the Lady Tigers returned Kourtney Johnson’s serve, the

See more volleyball photos on page 5C. ball ricocheted off a beam on the roof of the gym and the ball rocketed to the f loor, ending the match and the Lady Tigers’ season. Rockdale led 10-8 in the first game and 18-17 in the second

before being outscored 8-2 at the end of the game. Senior middle blocker Shelby Evans paced the Lady Tigers, collecting six kills, 10 digs, five blocks and two service aces. Sophomore middle blocker Dae Dae Robertson racked up 10 kills, three blocks and three

service aces. Senior Morgan Laughlin accounted for 15 digs, Amanda Boyd 12 assists, Keilee McKeehan 10 digs and Joli Carpenter six assists. Junior middle blocker KenSee SPIKE, page 5C

Bulldogs claim a piece of first district title since ‘09 Thorndale defense sets up dominating victory over rival Thrall THORNDALE—While scoring 65 points is impressive no doubt, but holding a team to 37 yards rushing and picking off six passes might require a superlative or two. For the second consecutive week, the Thorndale defense took a stand and allowed the offense to operate in great field position Reporter/Teresa Ging in a resounding 65-3 victory over Seth Barker (17) scored on runs of 11 and 17 yards in the rout. rival Thrall in the 83rd meeting

in the annual battle of Highway 79. After dropping the season opener, Thorndale has won seven straight and stand 7-1 overall and 3-0 in league play entering the final week of the regular season. Thrall drops to 2-7 and 0-3. As champions, Thorndale will receive a bye in the first round of the playoffs. Even if they were to fall to Holland Friday on the road, the Bulldogs would enter the playoffs as the first place team because of their defeat of Flatonia, who must also defeat Thrall Friday. The 65 points is the most Thorndale has scored since it beat Hallettsville Sacred Heart

66-25 last season. It is the second highest score in the series, to a 75-13 Thorndale win in 2002. The Bulldogs now lead the series 52-28-3 and has defeated Thrall seven straight times and 32 of the last 36 meetings. Thorndale choked out any Thrall offensive effort, allowing just 107 total yards and only 37 on 27 carries. When the ground game was shut down, the Tigers tried to overcome by turning to the passing game, but found a roadblock there as well as the Bulldogs picked off six passes. See CLAIM, page 3C

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November 7, 2013

MILANO FOOTBALL

Eagles playoff plan: win and they’re in Victory over Snook by 14 points or more secures place MILANO 36, BARTLETT 20 BY MARIE BAKKEN Reporter Staff Writer

BARTLETT—The playoff hopes for the Milano Eagles still lie in their own hands, after defeating Bartlett 36-20 in a key District 13A-II matchup at Bulldog Stadium. The Eagles (7-2, 3-1) need to beat Snook by more than 14 points on Friday night in the regular season finale for both teams to secure a postseason spot after missing the playoffs last year. Should Milano defeat Snook by more than 14 points on Friday, the Eagles would go to the postseason as the second place team out of 13A-II. Burton has clinched the league title once again. If that doesn’t happen, and Granger pulls off a win over Bartlett on Friday night, then there could be a log jam for the last two playoff spots in the league. “Basically, we need to win by more than 14 and we are in,” Eagles head coach Craig Jentsch said. “We did everything we needed to so that we have a shot at the playoffs and now we just need to keep going.” The Eagles took advantage of four Bartlett turnovers on Friday and were able to stay in that playoff hunt. “We didn’t self-destruct and took advantage where they gave them to us,” Coach Jentsch said. “We do have to be more disciplined when faced with adversity on the field.” Milano took an early lead when the Bulldogs fumbled the opening kickoff at their own five yard line. Senior Eagle quarterback Jordan Millar would scamper in on the next play to put Milano up 6-0. The PAT failed. With 19 seconds left in the opening quarter, Milano would find David Jentsch in the back of the end zone to go up 12-0. The conversion run afterwards failed. Bartlett would make things interesting as Zach Pruett would return the ensuing kickoff 70 yards through several defenders for a Bulldog score. That PAT also failed, leaving Milano ahead 12-6 after the first quarter. Neither team would score again before the end of the half. In the third quarter, Milano and Millar would blow the game open, with the quarterback scoring on runs 40 yards, 37 yards and 50 yards. All three conversion attempts were good and with 7:07 left in the third, the Eagles were up 36-6. The Bulldogs never gave up the fight. Bartlett quarterback Weston Rafay hit Devin Alston for a 20 yard score and Rafay finished off the conversion run. That cut Milano’s lead to 36-14 with 9:16 left in the game. Rafay would score from two yards out with 5:28 left in the game. The conversion run failed. A last minute long pass to the end zone by Bartlett failed and Milano secured the win. Millar led Milano’s effort with 273 yards rushing on 23 carries. He was also three of five in the air for 38 yards. Chance Pack had 63 yards for the Eagles on 15 carries. He was also Milano’s top receiver with one catch for 23 yards. On the defensive side, David Jentsch had 11 tackles, Cole Sheppard 10 and Trent Ellison 10. Cody Alexander recorded a sack. Nick Bonorden had an interception. Chris Rowan, Jentsch and Ellison each caused a fumble,

Milano Bartlett 15 First downs 21 42-358 Rushing 36-229 3-5-0 Passing 12-19-1 Passing yards 138 38 396 Total yards 267 4-25.5 Punts-average 0-0 2-0 Fumbles 3-3 9-80 Penalties 9-75 Milano Bartlett

Score by quarters 12 0 24 0—36 6 0 0 14—20

Scoring summary First quarter MILANO—Jordan Millar 5 run (kick failed) 11:44 MIL ANO—David Jentsch 5 pass from Millar (run failed) 0:19 BARTLETT—Zach Pruett 70 kickoff return (kick failed) 0:06 Third quarter MILANO—Millar 40 run (Jentsch pass from Millar) 11:46 MILANO—Millar 37 run (Derek Walton run) 7:17 MILANO—Millar 50 run (Chance Pack run) 7:07 Fourth quarter BARTLETT—Devin Alston 20 pass from Weston Rafay (Rafay run) 9:16 BARTLETT—Rafay 2 run (run failed) 5:28 Leaders RUSHING—Milano: Millar 23-273 4TD, Pack 15-63; Bonorden 3-21; Walton 1-1. Bartlett: Andre Pope 21-167 2TD; Rafay 13-48 TD; Pruett 1-10; Johnny Garcia 1-4. PASSING—Milano: Millar 3-5-0 38 yards TD. Bartlett: Rafay 11-18-2 128 yards TD; Pope 1-1-0 10 yards. RECEIVING—Milano: Pack 1-23; Bonorden 1-10; Jentsch 1-5 TD. Bartlett: Pruett 4-50; Kelvin Alston 4-44; D. Alston 3-42 TD; Gabriel Porras 1-2. TACKLES—Milano: Jentsch 11, Trent Ellison 10, Cole Sheppard 10, Walton 9, Chris Rowan 8, Cody Alexander 7, Christian Grimes 6.

MILANO SEASON LEADERS RUSHING—Millar 160-1665 25TD; Pack 79-377 2TD; Walton 31-156; Bonorden 19-59; Sheppard 9-44 TD; Neal 1-2, Liscum 1-2. PASSING—Millar 44-88-8 867 yards 8TD; Walton 2-2-0 22 yards. RECEIVING—Bonorden 18-363 4TD; Jentsch 20-345 3TD; Sabian Pugh 2-57; Steinbecker 3-52 TD; Pack 2-38; Mader 1-34. TACKLES— Sheppard 75, Ellison 71, Walton 70, Jentsch 59, Alexander 57, Ferrara 47, Grimes 41, Bonorden 35, Millar 32, Hairston 29, Rowan 28, Steinbecker 24.

13A-II STANDINGS District W L Burton 4 0 Milano 3 1 Bartlett 2 2 Snook 2 2 1 3 Granger Somerville 0 4

Season W L Pts Opp 5 4 176 158 7 2 258 151 4 5 239 177 3 6 193 232 2 7 164 341 0 9 140 409

This week—Milano vs. Snook; Burton vs. Somerville; Granger vs. Bartlett. Last week—Milano 36, Bartlett 20; Burton 26, Snook 8; Granger 50, Somerville 33.

with Derek Walton and Treyton Steinbecker each recovering a fumble. UP NEXT—Milano and Snook will face off at Pruett Field at 7:30 p.m. Friday. The Bluejays (3-6, 2-2) run a spread offense and have a lot of speed in key positions. “They are the best they’ve ever been since we’ve faced them. They have a chance to go the playoffs, which they have never gone to and we expect their best game” Coach Jentsch said. “They probably have more overall team spread than we do and their offensive line is big and better up front than last year.” Snook is coached by former Cameron Yoemen Scott Cummings. JUNIOR HIGH—Milano’s junior high squad will host Snook at 5:30 p.m. Thursday in the team’s season finale. The team defeated Bartlett’s junior high team 38-14 last week. Senior linebacker Cody Alexander sacks Bartlett quarterback Weston Rafay for one of his seven tackles.

Reporter/ Holly Jentsch

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Chance Pack (with wingman Derek Walton) skirts around Bartlett’s Zach Pruett for part of his 63 yards rushing on the night.

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Dillon Bankston had three catches for 43 yards in the Bulldogs playoff-clinching win over neighbor Thrall.

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AREA VOLLEYBALL PLAYOFFS

Thorndale finally warms up to rally past Abbott Milano brushes past Chilton in straight sets BY MARIE BAKKEN Reporter Staff Writer

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THORNDALE 65, THRALL 3

Thrall completed just 6-of-25 passes for 70 yards. Riley Schaefer nabbed two of the picks, giving him eight for the season. “We’re just being very aggressive,” said Thorndale coach Brent Brevard, referring to his defensive unit. “They are running well to the ball. They are playing lights out. “We’re smaller than we were last year, but we’re quicker this year. Cody Niemschtk and Darius Brooks have really been playing well. Other coaches have been talking about Cody’s play.” Offensively, the Bulldogs accumulated 436 yards and Schaefer was nearly perfect, hitting on 17-of-19 passes for a season-high 254 yards and three touchdowns. Darius Brooks led Thorndale on the ground with 74 yards on just 10 totes with a couple of touchdowns that give him 18 for the season. The Bulldogs constructed a 24-0 lead after the first quarter that swelled to 45-0 by intermission. Colton Austin scored all three of his touchdowns in the first half, two on connections with Schaefer from 12 and 23 yards out. Austin, the Bulldogs top receiver on the season, grabbed five passes for 88 yards. Seth Barker scored twice, on runs of 11 and 17 yards.

Thorndale Thrall First downs 11 29 32-182 Rushing 27-37 17-19-0 Passing 6-25-6 254 Passing yards 70 436 Total yards 107 0-0 Punts 2-29 2-2 Fumbles 3-0 6-85 Penalties 7-62 Score by quarters Thrall 0 3 0 0—3 Thorndale 24 21 20 0—65 Scoring summary First quarter THORNDALE—Colton Austin 1 run (Brooks from Schaefer) 9:49 THORNDALE—Safety, runner tackled in end zone 7:27 THORNDALE—Darius Brooks 19 run (Austin kick) 6:30 THORNDALE—Austin 12 pass from Schaefer (Austin kick) 2:02 Second quarter THRALL—Colton Luton 32 FG 10:16 THORNDALE—Seth Barker 11 run (Austin kick) 8:55 THORNDALE—Austin 23 pass from Riley Schaefer (Austin kick) 5:57 THORNDALE—Karl Woelfel 14 run (Austin kick) 2:40 Third quarter THORNDALE—Darius Brooks 2 run (Austin kick) 10:28 THORNDALE—Eric Guzman 15 run (Austin kick) 7:46 THORNDALE—Barker 17 run (kick failed) 5:44

13A-I STANDINGS District Season W L W L Pts Opp Thorndale 7 1 3 0 3 4 5 9 7 Flatonia 6 2 2 1 180 104 Weimar 4 4 2 2 137 129 Holland 6 3 1 2 241 173 Thrall 2 7 0 3 89 302 This week—Thorndale at Holland; Flatonia at Thrall; Weimar is idle. Last week—Thorndale 65, Thrall 3; Weimar 24, Holland 0;.Flatonia was idle..

BULLDOG SEASON LEADERS

Rushing—Brooks 96-657 18 TD, Schaefer 52-229 TD, Barker 27-215 4TD, McCoy 27-146 3TD, Austin 29-128 TD, Guzman 17-93, Kiesling 6-34 TD, Woelfel 3-18, Towery 2-4, Miller 18-55. Passing—Schaefer 106-174-3, 1,545 yards, 18 TD, Miller 3-6-1, 71 yards, TD, Bankston 1-1-0, 15 yards, TD. Receiving— Austin 30-504 9 TD, Guzman 17-319 3TD, Bankston 17-229 2TD, Miller 15-211 TD, Hafley 16-198 2TD, Gomez 3-26, Barker 4-28, Woefel 3-39 TD, Brooks 2-32, Schaefer 1-15 TD, McCoy 2-30.

Thorndale leaders

The No. 13 Milano Lady Eagles never trailed in their bi-district win over Chilton in the Class A state volleyball playoffs and are looking to continue their winning ways for a few more weeks. Milano swept the Lady Pirates, third place in District 15A, at Rosebud-Lott High School’s Cougar Gym, winning in three sets 25-7, 25-13, 25-8. The Lady Eagles (31-6) did struggle from the service line, but worked to get the kinks out. “I was not happy with our serving, but otherwise we played fine for the occasion,” Milano veteran head coach Wendy King said. “Naomi Graham served extremely well, bailing out some of the others who had uncharacteristic misses. That’s what being on a team is all about—picking each other up.” Graham served 14 times in the opening game of the match, one of those an ace. She also had four digs and three assists. Myka Morehead recorded 21 kills, one dig and one ace. Cashlyne Blake added 22 assists, two digs and one ace. Libero Kelly Wadlington pulled out 13 digs. Halle McManess put down eight kills, six digs and one block. Keely LaGrone added two kills and two aces (her last to win the game in the third set). Megan Pendergrass added five assists, three digs, one block and one ace. Next up is the area round where Milano will face off against District 13A champion No. 19 Kopperl (17-3). The two teams are set to meet Thursday at 7 p.m. at Waco University. The Lady Eagles are the second place representative out of 16A but are actually co-champions of the league with Thrall. Thrall had a bye in the first round of the post-season.

home Friday. Holland’s lone district win came against lowly Thrall, 30-10. The Hornets are a predominantly a running team, led by quarterback Seth Spinn, who has racked up 946 yards with 15 touchdowns. He averages 12 yards per carry. Spinn, just a sophomore, has last week, the Hornets (6-3, 1-2) also passed for 529 yards and Scouting Holland will miss the post season even if four touchdow ns on just 67 Thorndale With their 24-0 loss to Weimar they were to upset Thorndale at attempts. Anyone who was at the Class A Region II bi-district game on Tuesday night at Bulldog Gym between Thorndale (15-16) and Abbott (21-7-2) would have thought that the Lady Dogs’ RUSHING—Brooks 10-74 2TD, Barker 7-45 2TD, Kiesling 6-34, Guzman 5-23 TD, Austin 2-6 TD, Schaefer 2-0. PASSING—Schaefer 17-19-0, 254 yards, 3TD. RECEIVING—Austin 5-88 2TD, Bankston 3-43, Miller 3-43, Hafley 3-33, Guzman 1-22, Woelfel 1-14 TD, Brooks 1-11.

Area cross country teams miss out on trip to state Buckholts’ Kade Cowan earns trip to state meet SAN ANTONIO—No South Milam County runners will be headed to the UIL State Cross Country championships, after failing to qualify at Saturday’s Class A Region IV meet at the National Shooting Complex. However, Buckholts’ Kade Cowan won the boys race, in a time of 16 minutes, 23 seconds, to earn himself to the state meet Saturday at Old Settlers Park in Round Rock. He will run at 9:20 a.m. The Thorndale boys squad was sixth overall out of 24 teams. They were led by Brian Crockett’s 15th place finish in a time of 17:39. Other Bulldog runners were Jordan Haf ley (38th, 18:14), Americo Vasquez (51st, 18:32), Eric Guzman (52nd, 18:34), Ray Stewart (68th, 18:48), Chase Kiesling (104th, 19:39) and Isidro Hernandez (117th, 19:59). Milano’s boys team was 12th

Other Eagle runners were Treyton Steinbecker (48th, 18:30), Derek Walton (82nd, 19:04), Jason Paniagua (88th, 19:12), Kain Dodd (137th, 20:48), Justin Grimes (150th, 21:59) and Bryce Hughes (155th, 22:17). Girls side Milano’s girls team finished 16th overall out of 23 teams in the race. They were led by a 64th place finish by Megan Pendergrass in a time of 13:52. Other Lady Eagle runners at regional were: Melodie Jones (109th, 14:36), Sarah Pedroza (112th, 14:38), Madison Westbrook (156th, 16:01) and Trinity Baxter (165th, 16:25). The Thorndale girls squad finished just behind Milano in 17th place overall, led by Hope Onstot’s 39th place finish. She finished the course in a time of 13:38. Other Thorndale runners were Shelby Thomason (101st, 14:58), Faith Onstot (106th, 15:09), ShelBrian Crockett had the highest by Anders (107th, 15:10), Peytyn finish for Thorndale with a 15th O’Campo (123rd, 15:52) and Juliplace showing. anna Byrd (137th, 16:34). Lady Dogs’ head coach Bradley overall, led by Efrain Flores’ 47th Dickerson said the girls ran the place finish in a time of 18:29. best times of the year.

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season was just about over as they had lost the first two sets and faced their backs against the wall. But not Thorndale head coach Lisa Coelho. “I told them we are finally warmed up,” she said after they lost the second game of the match. Warmed up they were, coming from behind to take the postseason game 19-25, 26-28, 25-19, 25-14, 15-10. Thorndale now moves on to the area round of the playoffs where they will face No. 14 Cayuga at 2 p.m. Saturday at Waco Robinson. Cayuga is the winner of District 14A and is Region II defending champions and state semifinalist. They had a buy in the first round of the playoffs. Abbott was the second place team from 15A. The Lady Dogs, third place in 16A, struggled in the first two sets with communication and passing. They never lead in game one and were behind most of game two. Thorndale actually came

Rockdale wins opener on road; Lady Eagles fall TRAVIS—The Rockdale Lady Tigers basketball team kicked off their 2013-14 season with a road win against Rosebud-Lott on Tuesday night. The 51-24 routing was led by a 14 point performance from Velma Mitchell. She also had five rebounds, three assists and four steals. Thorndale transfer Alix Hoffman contributed 11 points and Dae Dae Robertson 10 points. Hoffman also blocked three shots and dished off five assists. Robertson blocked one basket and had six rebounds to lead the team in that stat column. Rockdale was nine of 14 from the free throw line and made 21 of 39 field goal attempts. MILANO—The Milano Lady Eagles took a road loss on Tuesday night at Bremond, falling 49-28 in their season opener. Amber O’Gilvie led the Lady Eagles with 10 points, followed by Alyssa Brooks with eight. As a team, Milano made five of 10 from the charity stripe.

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LADY TIGER VOLLEYBALL

Clockwise from left, sporting a new playoff ‘do, Rockdale Coach Jason Williams shouts instructions. Top left, Dae Dae Robertson fights at the net with Lorena’s Ashlynn Sorrells. Top middle, Amanda Boyd (left) and Joli Carpenter collide hustling for a dig. Top right, the team goes through its pre-game ritual. Middle right, Amanda Boyd dives for a ball. Bottom right, Keilee McKeehan digs up a save. In the middle, Morgan Laughlin pounds out a kill.

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Continued from page 1C They have nothing to lose,” Miller said. “They are going to throw everything at us. They’re going to go all out.” With a week off, Miller is concerned with getting the Tigers’ tempo back, but never fear, under Miller, the Tigers have won six straight regular season ending games. Caldwell, which has lost six straight and is coming off a 56-7 loss to Navasota, would take any type of streak of the positive kind. “They’re starting to get better as the season goes on,” said Miller. “They have a dangerous quarterback and dangerous receivers.” In their last 29 games, the Hornets are 3-26 and are staring down the barrel of their third straight one-win season. Caldwell brought in former hometow n hero Bobby Jack Goforth to turn the tides, but it will be a slow process. Their lone victory this season came against Class 2A Hearne in the second week of the season. The Hornets have scored just 97 points this season and average just 259 yards a game on offense. In a league full of talented receivers, J.J. Jackson has risen to the top of the heap with 47 catches for 696 yards and four touchdowns. With Rockdale having the week off, Jackson was able to surpass Pearce Loth, who has led the district most of the season and has been ranked in the top three in the state. Friday’s battle will feature four of the top five receivers in the district in Loth, Jackson, Rockdale’s Pudgy Burgess and Austin Caffey. When former coach Kenneth Gilchrist returned to Whitney, he took his quarterback son Brett with him, so the Hornets were forced to throw sophomore Joseph Crnkovic under center. He’s responded with 853 yards and four touchdowns. He leads the league in interceptions with eight. Rockdale has disposed of Caldwell four of the last five meetings,

ROCKDALE OFFENSE

No. Pos. Player, Ht.-Wt. Class Sr 7 QB Clayton Gibbs, 6-1, 195 Sr 32 TB Elijah Brooks, 5-10, 210 6 X Pearce Loth, 6-4, 190 Jr Sr 33 H Austin Caffey, 6-0, 190 1 Z Pudgy Burgess, 5-8, 155 Sr 18 TE Pete Heintze, 5-11, 210 Sr 60 LT Javier Mayberry, 5-9, 190 Jr 72 LG Josh Pelzel, 6-7, 330 Sr 65 C Ramsey Zinn, 6-0, 260 Sr Jr 70 RG Michael Boyd, 5-11, 250 50 RT Dillan Ford, 6-3, 275 Jr 18 57 72 80 33 10 88 5 23 12 11

ROCKDALE DEFENSE

DE DT DT DE LB LB LB CB CB S S

Pete Heintze, 5-11, 210 Sr Jakob Moreland, 6-4, 230 Jr Josh Pelzel, 6-7, 330 Sr Preston Ehler, 6-3, 190 Jr Austin Caffey, 6-0, 190 Sr James David, 6-3, 225 Sr Derek Whitsell, 6-0, 160 Jr Ed Dansby, 5-9, 140 Jr Pudgy Burgess, 5-8, 155 Sr Hayden Offield, 5-11, 150 Jr Ladontice Coates, 5-11, 190 Sr

including three in a row. “They want to send us to the playoffs with a bad taste in our mouths,” Miller said. “We want to go in on a high note.” TIGER TRACKS • With Rockdale already set to face Lorena in the first round of the playoffs, there is a threeway tie for first in District 17-3A between Lorena, Robinson and Connally, all with 3-1 marks. None of the teams are playing each other in the final week and all have a good chance to win. Lorena’s loss came from Connally in the district opener. • The combined record of the four teams that have beaten Rockdale is 29-6. • Should the Tigers finish second again this season, it would mark the 15th time in history they have been runner-up and the sixth time under Miller. • While Elijah Brooks had his 100-yard game streak stopped at four against Navasota, he needs just three yards to crack

18-3A STANDINGS District Season W L W L Pts Opp Navasota 8 1 3 0 421 93 Rockdale 5 4 2 1 313 245 Taylor 3 6 2 1 216 256 Madisonville 5 5 1 2 288 246 Caldwell 1 7 0 3 97 320 This week—Rockdale at Caldwell;

Rockdale vs. Caldwell

(Rockdale leads series 31-26-1)

2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 Madisonville is idle; Navasota at Taylor. 2004 Last week—Rockdale was idle; 2003 Navasota 56, Caldwell 7; Taylor 36, 2002 2001 Madisonville 18. 2000 1999 TIGER SEASON LEADERS CALDWELL OFFENSE Rushing—Brooks 173-997 12 TD, 1998 7 QB Joseph Crnkovic, 5-9, 168 So Gibbs 81-407 6 TDS, Ramey 35-178 1997 9 TB Michael Bradley, 5-9, 175 Sr 3 TD, Hernandez 11-71, Pickett 3-41, 1996 14 FB Dennis Engelmann, 5-8, 160 Fr Dansby 1-28, Montelongo 3-6, McCa- 1995 5 X J.J. Jackson, 6-0, 170 Sr 1994 rtney 7-1 TD, Burgess 1-1. 11 Z Dylan Drgac, 5-8, 160 Sr Passing—Gibbs 156-281, 2,048 1993 44 TE Josh Hancock, 5-11, 215 So yards, 20 TD, McCartney 5-7-0 73 1992 77 LT John Courtney, 5-11, 215 Sr 1991 yards. 54 LG Tyler Kocurek, 6-1, 280 Sr 1990 60 C Esteban Nunez, 5-11,215 Jr Receiving—Loth 45-798 7TD, 1989 Burgess 43-470 5TD, Caffey 30-326 72 RG Garrett Broesche, 5-11, 200 Jr 1988 62 RT ChaseStewart, 6-0, 234 Jr 4TD, Drummond 16-184, Whitsel 4-51 1987 TD, Brooks 4-81 2TD, Heintze 2-16, Ford 8-98 TD, Ramey 3-24, Harris 1986 2-13, Gerren 2-35, McCartney 1-16, 1985 1984 Coates 1-9. the 1,000-yard barrier for the Tackles—Coates 67, David 61, 1983 season. When Brooks accomCaffey 59, Castilleja 59, Ehler 58, 1982 plishes that, he will become just Dansby 46, Offield 38, Prazak 35, 1981 1980 the third Tiger to post consecuWhitsell 34, Moreland 32. 1979 tive 1,000-yard seasons. • Pearce Loth is on line to TIGER SEASON RESULTS (5-4) 1978 1977 Rockdale 47, Salado 21 break several Tiger receiving 1976 Burnet 20, Rockdale 9 records. His 45 catches is just 1965 Cameron 51, Rockdale 33 seven behind Cody Skubal’s sea1964 Liberty Hill 49, Rockdale 28 son mark of 52. His 798 yards 1963 Rockdale 41, Smithville 13 is just 112 behind Skubal’s 910 1962 Rockdale 59, Hillsboro 7 yards. Both marks were set in 1961 Rockdale 42, Taylor 21 2011. 1960 • Rockdale has never had two Rockdale 33, Madisonville 21 1959 receivers with 40 catches in the Navasota 42, Rockdale 21 1958 at Caldwell same season. 1957 • Ladontice Coates still leads 1955 the district in kickoff returns, 1954 • Rockdale and Caldwell have 1952 averaging 24 yards a return. He 1951 been in the same district for 46 is the only player in the district to return a kick for a touchdown. years, second longest to Camer- 1942 1941 • The longest winning streak on (52). 1940 in the Rockdale-Caldwell series • 100 years ago, Rockdale came from 1960 thru 1979 lost to Cameron 13-0 to end the 1939 1938 when the Tigers won 10 straight. season, the Tigers’ only loss of 1936 (They did not play from 1966the year. 1935 75). • Como-Pickton finally scored 1933 • The lone tie in the series its first touchdown of the season 1926 came in 1942. Neither team in a 55-6 loss to Clarksville last 1925 scored in a 0-0 deadlock. 1922 week.

CALDWELL DEFENSE

No. Pos. Player, Ht.-Wt. Class 44 RE Josh Hitchcock, 5-11, 215 So 77 RT John Courtney, 5-11, 215 Sr 71 LT Roberto Requena 6-2, 190 Jr 3 LE Jacob Kovar. 5-9, 175 Jr 18 LB Mike Ashley, 5-10, 172 So 30 LB Matt Dodds, 6-2, 190 Jr 4 LB Tyler Shupak, 5-11, 215 Jr 9 CB Michael Bradley, 5-8, 150 Sr 17 S Caleb Bardin, 5-9, 168 Jr 11 S Dylan Drgac, 5-8, 160 Sr 5 CB Tanner Stefka, 5-8, 160 So

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dall Johnson led Lorena with 10 kills. 43-12 49-34 Williams will lose six seniors 38-15 in Samantha Muston, Emily 35-14 McCoy, Boyd, McKeehan, Laugh28-14 lin and Evans. 31-18 “This has been the best season 27-0 since I’ve had the pleasure to be 28-10 the volleyball coach here in Rock12-0 dale,” Williams said. “We had a 21-6 lot of firsts this season; undefeat27-10 ed in pool play at our tournament, 18-13 third place at our tournament, a 31-28 winning season and a playoff 31-13 spot for the first time since 2006. 35-0 “These seniors have left a lega14-6 cy for the next teams to strive for 21-0 and to better.” 29-0 Snook 30-23 Before they faced Lorena, the 35-7 Lady Tigers hosted Snook in a 41-10 warm-up game and came away 34-12 28-0 with a 25-6, 13-25, 25-18, 25-20 38-33 victory. 20-0 Evans blasted 14 kills with 10 9-7 digs and seven blocks. 13-3 Robertson added four kills and 32-30 three service aces, while Laughlin 16-14 had 12 digs and five kills, McCoy 35-17 16 digs and Boyd 10 assists. 26-0 6-0 20-6 28-3 38-6 20-6 28-0 27-0 29-0 27-3 14-6 19-15 29-12 20-0 42-14 48-18 12-7 39-19 46-13 32-0 0-0 12-6 19-6 13-6 20-7 39-0 13-6 8-0 77-0 21-0 14-7

Lorena def. Rockdale 25-18, 25-20, 25-17. Kills–Robertson 10, Evans 6, Boyd 1, Laughlin 1, McKeehan 1. Assists—Boyd 12, Carpenter 6. Aces—Robertson 3, Evans 2. Digs—Laughlin 15, Evans 10, McKeehan 10. Blocks—Evans 5, Robertson 3, Muston 1.

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5th place Hvy Wt Steer

at the 2013 Rockdale Youth Livestock Auction. Also thanks for the added money: Dr. David Pendleton, Friends of Milam County Youth, TDS Excavation Services-Jimmy Gregory/Todd Davis, GFL Americas LLCDavid Kaufman, Cindy Hughes, Horizion Enviromental Services-Lee Sherrod, Johnny & Jenn Hill, Miller-Starnes, Jeff & Denise Muegge, Action Overhead Doors Inc-Brian Dee, Niemtschk Angus Ranch, LaCopa Ranch, Dr. Vernon Bender D.D.S., Darren & Shannon Biar, John & Kelly Kovar, Marvin & Barbra Machu, Bill Torrey.

Woelfel Karl Thorndale 4-H

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Thank you, Jess and Mindy Miller of Arc of Pride Welding, for purchasing my pen of Commercial Heifers at the 2013 Rockdale Fair Youth Livestock Auction.

Thanks also to the following for the added money: Noack Family Partnership, Producers Coop, Milam County Livestock Auction and Rockdale Federal Credit Union.

Jayce Todd Gause 4-H

Harrison Wayne Bender

Thank You to Texas Star RV Frank & Karen Gray for purchasing my

Special “THANK YOU” to Kathy Quinney & Koy Quinney for all their help & support!!!! Emily McCoy Rockdale 4-H

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6th place Commercial Heifers

Thanks also to the following for the added money: Noack Family Partnership, Central Recovery Service, David & Elisha Betchan, Larry Coufal, Coker Bulldozing, Milam County Livestock Auction, Wesley & Jessica Janak, Whiteley Farm Supply and Rockdale Federal Credit Union.

Thanks also to the following for the added money: Noack Family Partnership, Dennis Payne, Central Recovery Service, David & Elisha Betchan, Larry Coufal, Coker Bulldozing, Milam County Livestock Auction, Wesley & Jessica Janak, Whiteley Farm Supply and Rockdale Federal Credit Union.

THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

Morgen Pounders Rockdale FFA

Thank you, Rockdale Country Ford,

Thank you also to the following for the additional money: Luminant Buyers Group, Rockdale General Store, Miller-Starnes Chevrolet-Buick, Producers Co-op, Friends of Milam County, Linda Hicks, El Campo Spraying, Bryan Hose & Gasket, Russell & Sons Construction Co., Crocker Reclamation, Rockdale Federal Credit Union, Seth & Ashley Juergens and Bill Torrey

Thank you also to the following for the added money: Thorndale Ag Boosters, Niemtschk Angus Ranch, Dr. and Mrs. Craig Spinn, Jeff and Denise Muegge, Coufal Prater Equipment, LaCopa Ranch – Larry and Priscilla Jackson, Dr. Vernon Bender DDS, Kirk and Jami Becker, Brian and Michelle Fisher, Action Overhead Doors, Inc. – Brian Dee, Brady’s Pest Control, John Youngblood, John and Traci Grimm, Rockdale Federal Credit Union – Ron Montgomery, Shannon and Darren Biar, John and Kelly Kovar, Terry and Bethany Fisher, Bill Torrey, Sure Champ Supplements – Jay Willingham.

Rockdale 4-H

Thanks also for the added money: Mrs. Martha Sherrill, Patzke Trucking, Wayne and Beverly Bender, Milano Livestock Exchange, New Salem EEA, Mike and Kim Hobbs, David and Elisha Betchan, Central Recovery Service, Whitely Farms Supply, Paul and Rebecca Luckey, Terry and Bethany Fisher and Mr. Bill Torrey.

at the 2013 Rockdale Fair & Livestock Auction.

for purchasing my 3rd place Light Weight Swine in the 2013 Rockdale Fair Youth Livestock Auction.

Hunter Clark

for purchasing my 5th place rabbit in the 2013 Rockdale Fair Youth Livestock Auction.

16th place Commercial Heifers

for purchasing my Grand Champion Turkey in the 2013 Rockdale Fair Youth Livestock Auction.

Thank you Linda Hicks for sponsoring the Grand Champion Turkey Belt Buckle.

Brady Nelson

Thanks for the added money: Betro Inc. (Glenn & Christy Betchan), The Rockdale Reporter (Cooke Family), Pruett Insurance, New Salem EEA, Rockdale Federal Credit Union, Texas Propane, Central Texas Recovery (Buck & Emily Tarver), Dr. Vernon Bender, Paul & Rebecca Luckey, Seth & Ashley Juergens, Sure Champ Supplements ( Jay Willingham), Bill Torrey, and Donna Orsag.

for purchasing my

Thank you, Citizen’s National Bank,

BRADY’S PEST CONTROL

at the 2013 Rockdale Youth Livestock Auction.

CUSTOM TACK, JAMES & DUSTI PESL

Rockdale 4-H

Barbara Nelson and

1st place Lt Wt Swine

Thank you,

Alayna Betchan

Thank you to STONEY HILL RANCH

Rockdale 4-H

for purchasing my market rabbits in the 2013 Rockdale Fair Youth Livestock Auction.

Thanks also to the following for the added money: BETRO - Glenn and Christy Betchan, Central Recovery Service - Buck and Emily Tarver, Fence Builders of Texas - Tommie and Susie Pounders, The Rockdale Reporter - Cooke Family, MillerStarnes Chevrolet-Buick - Allan Miller/Kerry Starnes, Ron and Melissa Barcuch, Rockdale Building Materials Center - Greg and Debbie Brinkley, New Salem EEA - Debbie Konarek, Bland Construction - Charles and Gaye Bland, Vernon Bender, DDS, and Bill Torrey.

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Mason Fisher Thorndale Jr. FFA

THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

Garrett Pounders Rockdale FFA

Thank You to CLASSIC BANK for purchasing my rabbits in the 2013 Rockdale Fair

Thanks also for the added money to: David and Elisha Betchan, BETRO, The Rockdale Reporter, Fence Builders of Texas, Ron and Melissa Barcuch, Pruett Insurance Agency, Rockdale Building Materials, New Salem EEA, Vernon Bender, DDS and Bill Torrey.

Katelyn Tarver Rockdale FFA

November 7, 2013

Halloween in Rockdale

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Photography by Bill Martin

From five to 75, everybody loves to dress up for Halloween. Just take a look.

Clockwise from left, Tiger footballers Ladontice Coates (mask), James David (10) and Billy Harris (2) took part in the MARC Center Halloween extravaganza. Above left, Rockdale second grade teachers (front) Lauren Williams, Joni Crane, Jamie Becker, (back) Christi Keefer and Whitney Pounders are pretty in pink. Top left, (left to right) Emily “Jase” Garza, Jessica “Willie” Razo, Suzanne “Uncle Si” Matula and Kerri “Jep” Kelm keep an eye on the vault at Citizens Bank. Top middle, A.J. Rios of Renaissance Villa says Halloween is groovy. Top right, the crew out at Rockdale Residence & Rehab (left to tight) Leslie Davidson, Lisa Debault, Dr. Diana Stone, Michelle Morgan, Stacey Staley and (front) Joyce Martin Above right, it’s Scooby Doo times two with twins Dominick and Darvick Reynolds. Above in the middle, Sensere Barnes was busy as a bee collecting Halloween candy.

Congratulations to All the Youth that Participated in the 2013 Rockdale Fair! Special thanks to those who partnered with Luminant Power and Luminant Community Relations for supporting the Youth of Milam County at the 2013 Rockdale Fair Association Youth Auction Sale.

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More Halloween

Clockwise from above, the MARC Center showed a variety of costumes at their party. At top, Verenice Rivera was a perfect pink poodle. Top right, it was Discovery Days at the Renaissance Villa. Middle left, Molly and Peanut were very stylish in their costumes. Middle right, first grade teachers did a dramatic play of The Little Red Hen. Back row Melanie Moody, Michael Burnett. Miiddle Morgan Hamrick, Hannah Gerren, Megan Cates. Bottom, Maria Gomez, Lorrie Birkhead. Bottom left, sisters Jennifer and Daniella Vega were quite colorful. Bottom right, Cierra and Layla enjoyed the day.

Thank You to T FULTON TRUCKING–Tonia Fulton, STANDARD HOME HEALTH–Tommy Standard, LITTLE RIVER MATERIAL–Michael Fulton, COUFAL PRATER EQUIPMENT– Travis Myer, COKER FARMS–Calvin Coker, MILAM COUNTY LIVESTOCK AUCTION–Kenny Mingus, CLASSIC BANK–Ricky Williams, PATZKE TRUCKING–Chad Patzke, ROCKDALE COUNTRY FORD–Glen Horne/Eric Paulsen, HORN LIVESTOCK– Brandon Horn, JOHN YOUNGBLOOD, M&M FARM SUPPLY–Brandon Vaculin, JEREMY’S ELECTRIC–Jeremy Vaculin, BILL & MARY FULTON and RANDAZZO RANCH for purchasing my

Grand Champion Steer

in the 2013 Rockdale Fair Youth Livestock Auction. Thanks also to the following for the added money: Jamie & Jamie Galvan, Cameron Ag Boosters, Sam & Misty Berry, Circle S BBQ, Leifeste Cattle Service, Lexington Livestock Commission, Floyd &Karen Berry, Crop Production Services, Denman Overhead Doors, Jimmie & Judy Kopriva and Bill Torrey.

Jonathan McAnulty Cameron Yoe FFA

Special thanks to the Belt Buckle Sponsor, Wesley Janak, “In Memory of Michael Janak.”

COMMENTS FROM CHERYL Cheryl Walker

Fredericksburg trip a great, little getaway for you

redericksburg has German Heritage and Texan Hospitality and on Dec. 6 the Milam County Extension Education Association members are hosting a charter bus tour. Anyone is welcome to join us for a day in downtown Fredericksburg. The charter bus will leave Cameron at 8:30 a.m. and arrive back in Cameron about 11:30 p.m. This is a great opportunity for you to get in the Christmas spirit and have a fun day with friends. You have shops, galleries and boutiques along with the Pacific War Museum to fill your day along with lots of great food choices. The day trip to Fredericksburg offers two special activities. First the St. Nikolausmarkt in the downtown square will showcase a variety of craft, food and art booths. This market is different each year depending on the exhibitors. We will end the day with the lighted Christmas Parade. The parade is a great way to catch the Christmas spirit. The cost of the trip is $40 per person. Contact the Milam County Extension office if you have questions or need additional information, 100 E. 1st Street in Cameron, 254-697-7045, http: //milam.agrilife.org/ or ce-walker@tamu.edu. HOLIDAY GIFT IDEA EXCHANGE—This year will mark the 19th year of the Holiday Gift Idea Exchange conducted by the Milam County 4-H. Year after year, 4-Hers demonstrate holiday gift, decoration and food ideas to give you a new idea for the season. The program is free and open to all interested persons. On Nov. 18 the Holiday Gift Idea Exchange will be conducted form 6:30-8 p.m. at Bea’s Kitchen in Cameron. You will see a variety of demonstrations, get handouts with instructions for the projects and enjoy refreshments and door prizes. Come to the Holiday Gift Idea Exchange and get new ideas for the holiday season. For more information contact the Milam County Extension Office. ce-walker@tamu.edu

Farm & Home

10:30-10

LOTS O’ WATER

Several inches of rain fell in the northern part of the area, but run off caused flooding near Rockdale, page 1A.

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Holiday Classic showmanship clinic this weekend Gold Star banquet, county food show held

re you new to exhibiting livestock? Interested in beginning to show? Or just want to learn more about the project area and hone your skills? If so, we have an excellent opportunity for you. The annual Holiday Classic Showmanship Clinic and Prospect show will be held Nov. 9-10 at the Bell County Expo Center in Belton. This event is an excellent opportunity to learn about the basics of your livestock project. From selection, feeding, management, and showmanship will be discussed at a three hour clinic on Saturday. Sunday will be the showmanship and prospect show where your youth will have an opportunity to practice exhibiting their livestock project and get an idea of where they are and how they are progressing. The clinic and show are free of charge thanks to the generosity of many donors and includes a meal on Saturday evening. You must attend the Saturday clinic to enter the show on Sunday. We are also selling raff le tickets for over $2,500 in prizes, including a set of Paul small animal scales, a showbox, $300 gift certificate and a $200 gift certificate to Sullivan’s Show Supply. Tickets are $1 each or six for $5. All donations and monies from raffle are used to benefit youth projects and workshops. The Holiday Classic is a free educational event open to families interested in the youth livestock project. For more information, or to purchase raffle tickets, please contact the extension office or Jon Gersbach at jmgersbach@ ag.tamu.edu. GOLD STAR BANQUET— Gold Star winners were honored at a banquet in Waco on

MILAM 4-H NEWS Cheryl Walker Extension Agent

Oct. 21 along with 4-Hers from the twenty-one counties in District 8. Congratulations to our gold star winners Hailee Fisher of Thorndale 4-H and Collin Kostroun of Cameron 4-H. COUNTY FOOD SHOW— The County 4-H Food Show was conducted on Oct. 29 in Cameron. Participants were Samantha Sander, James Jester, Taylor Jester and Gabriel Ramthun. They prepared four outstanding dishes that were enjoyed at the tasting. LIVESTOCK JUDGING— Any 4-Her who is interested in participating in livestock judging contests with Milam County 4-H should contact the office by Nov. 11. We will have an informational meeting shortly after that date to learn more about the contest, schedule practices, as well as organize a group and gauge participation levels for upcoming contests so that entries can be made. Please contact the extension office for more information on this opportunity. Livestock and judging team entries are due to the Milam County Extension Office on Nov. 15 for Spring Major Livestock Shows in San Antonio, San Angelo, Houston and Austin. MCJLS DEADLINES—The 2014 Milam County Junior Livestock Show rules and entry form are now available on the Extension website http://milam.agrilife.org/. Lamb and goat tag-in is 4-6 p.m. Nov. 25 at the Youth Exhibition Building (YEB) in Cameron. Swine and breeding gilts tag-in is 4-6 p.m. Dec. 9 at the YEB. Broiler orders are due on Dec. 9 at the Milam County Extension Office. FYI—For more information on 4-H opportunities, contact the Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Office-Milam County, 100 E. 1st Street, Cameron, TX 76520, 254-697-7045, http://milam. agrilife.org/ or email ce-walker@ tamu.edu.

FISH

Delivery of Channel Catfish, Bass, Black Crappie, Hybrid Bluegill, Redear Bream, Coppernose Bluegill, Fathead Minnows and Triploid Grass Carp are available for Pond and Lake Stocking. A permit and 10 days notice required for the purchase of Triploid Grass Carp.

Delivery will be Thursday, Nov. 14th

CHICKEN

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CAMERON—Milam Grain & Feed, 401 S. Houston, 1-2 p.m. ROCKDALE—Whiteley Farm Supply, 460 Mill Ave., 3-4 p.m. We furnish hauling containers. Live delivery guaranteed. Discounts and special deliveries on large orders. We have Turtle Traps, Fish Feeders, Fish Traps, Decorative Fountains, Aerators, Windmill Aerators, Vegetation Control, Pond Fertilizers and Floating Docks! To place an order or for more information, call one of our Aquatic Consultants, your local dealer or email sales@dunnsfishfarm.com

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Above, the Milam County delegation at the District Gold Star banquet held in Waco on Oct. 21 were (L-R) Brian Fisher, Michelle Fisher, Milam County Judge Dave Barkemeyer, Gold Star winners Hailee Fisher and Collin Kostroun, Jennifer Kostroun, David Kostroun and Dr. Douglas Steele, Director of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service. At right, Milam County 4-H Food Show participants (L-R) Samantha Sander, James Jester, Taylor Jester and Gabriel Ramthun.

AG & OUTDOORS BRIEFS Thorndale 4-H sets fish fry November 17

desserts. Plates will be $8 each and available for dine in or take out. THORNDALE—The Thorndale For more information, contact 4-H Club will hold a fish fry on Jami Becker, 512-430-0990 or Sunday, Nov. 17 at the Thorndale’s Tammy Patin, 512-365-0022. Fireman’s Hall, according to spokesperson Kelly Clark. Serving will begin at 11 a.m. Thorndale Ag Boosters and the menu will consists of announce Sept. winners fried fish, beans, noodles and THORNDALE—The Thorndale coleslaw. Free will offerings for 4-H/FFA Booster Club announced

the November winners for its monthly gun chance drawing, according to Rebecca Garcia, spokesperson. Winners for November were: BS Tire, Dianon Doss, Wesley Janak, combined ticket-Baskerville & Pedroza. “The Thorndale 4-H/FFA Booster Club would like to thank the community for always supporting our youth,” said Garcia.

THANK YOU, JAMES & BIRDIE KRISTOFF

FOR PURCHASING MY HEIFERS AT THE 2013 ROCKDALE FAIR COMMERCIAL HEIFER SALE.

ALSO THANKS FOR ADDED MONEY: Coufal Prater Equipment Will and Tashena Butler Linda Lemon Hicks Milam County Livestock Auction Noack Family Partnership Scott and Torin Morgan Whiteley Farm Supply Crop Production Services Mikel and Amber Reed Lexington Livestock Commission M&M Farm Supply Producers Coop Rockdale Federal Credit Union Stephen Niemtschk 2S Feeds Thank You to Belt Buckle Sponsors - Hochheim Prarie Insurance

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NHTSA offers tips to keep kids safe An average of 17 school-age children die in school transportation-related crashes each year WA S H I N G T O N — F a l l i s approaching, and with it comes shorter days and the start of the school year. Road travel increases and traffic patterns shift, so this busy time of year can also be a dangerous one—especially for children. Fewer daylight hours can make it harder for motorists to see young students. More schoolage pedestrians have been killed between the hours of 7 a.m. and 8 a.m. and between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. than any other times of day. (NHTSA statistics, 2002-2011) Whether walking, riding a bicycle, or catching a school bus or public transportation to travel to and from school, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is reminding parents and students of safe transportation practices

to ensure that kids arrive to and from school safely. SCHOOL BUS—School buses are the safest mode of transportation for getting children back and forth to school. Even so, kids need to be especially careful around the school bus “danger zone”—10 feet in front, 10 feet behind, and on each side of the bus. Kids should: • Wait five giant steps from the road and when the school bus arrives, wait until the driver says to board. • When boarding the school bus, quickly find a seat, sit facing the front and do what the school bus driver says to do. • When exiting the bus, look out for cars. When off the bus, take 5 giant steps from the school bus. • Look left-right-left to make

sure no cars are coming and wait for the driver to signal it's safe to cross. WALKING—Pedestrians 10 years old and younger should be accompanied by an adult or young adult on their way to and from school. Kids should: • Walk on the sidewalk and if there is none, walk facing traffic. • Not push or shove others when you walk. • When crossing the street, look left-right-left for cars. Do not cross if a car is coming and use a crosswalk if available. BIKING—The two best protections when biking to and from school are a properly fitted bicycle helmet and a good grasp of traffic safety rules. Kids should: • Always wear a helmet and make sure to buckle the chin strap.

• R ide along streets w ith low traffic volume and at lower speeds. • Always ride in the same direction as traffic, and stop at all stop signs and signals. • Never use headphones or cell phones while riding. CAR—Children should always ride in the back seat. Children in the front seat are 40 percent more likely to be injured in crashes. One last tip: whether walking, biking or driving, stay completely focused on the road and put your cell phone away. For more back-to-school safety tips and to reinforce children's pedestrian, bicycle, school bus and/or public transportation habits, visit Parents Central, w w w. s a fer c a r.gov/pa r ent s/ Home.htm.

Here are tips on staying healthy as you age There’s good news for older individuals who are concerned about their health and fitness. There are simple steps they can take to help them maintain a healthier lifestyle. Experts say that as you age, it’s important to stick with healthy eating habits and get regular physical activity. That’s because staying at a healthy weight may lower your risk for type 2 diabetes, heart disease and some cancers. Regular physical activity may even help you ward off depression and keep bones and muscles healthy. To help, here are some tips from the Weight-control Infor-

mation Network (WIN). WIN is a national information service of the National Institute of Diabetes & Digestive and Kidney Diseases, part of the National Institutes of Health. Get fuel you need • Eat more fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean meats. Eat less white bread, rice and pasta made from refined grains. Avoid foods with added sugars or solid fats such as shortening and butter. • Choose high-fiber foods, such as whole-grain breads and cereals, and vegetables with deep color, such as kale and sweet potatoes. • Stay hydrated. You might feel

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less thirsty as you get older, but your body still needs fluid to stay healthy. Tea, water, low-fat milk and other unsweetened drinks may help. Enjoy movement, physical activity • Make physical activity part of your daily life. Take short walks throughout your day. If you use a walker or cane, or if walking is hard for you, talk to your doctor about activities that are safe for you to do. • Raise and lower arms and legs for a number of counts to strengthen your muscles. You can even do this while seated.

• If you live in an assisted living or retirement facility, ask if the fitness center offers a free health checkup and fitness program. Be good to yourself • Get enough sleep. • Join a walking group or other social group. • Stay in touch with family and friends. For more tips from WIN’s brochure “Young at Heart: Tips for Older Adults,” visit www. win.niddk.nih.gov/publications/ young_heart.htm. For more information, call WIN at 1-877-9464627 or visit www.win.niddk.nih. gov.

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BY VIRTUE OF ORDERS OF SALE DATED the 1st day of November, 2013, and issued pursuant to judgment decrees of the District Court of Milam County, Texas, by the Clerk of said Court on said date in the hereinafter numbered and styled causes, and to me directed and delivered as Sheriff of said Court, I have on the 1st day of November, 2013, seized, levied upon, and will on the 3rd day of December, 2013, at the Courthouse Door of Milam County, Texas, at 10:00 am on said day, proceed to sell for cash to the highest bidder all of the right, title, and interest of the defendants in such suit in and to the following described real estate levied upon as the property of said defendants, as provided for by the TEXAS PROPERTY TAX CODE. All of the following properties being located in Milam County, Texas and each property being more particularly described on an instrument recorded in the Official Public Records, Milam County, Texas. The approximate property addresses reflected herein are the addresses on the tax records and may or may not be completely accurate. PROP #

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33,653

County of Milam v Terry O’Neal Thompson

part of Lot 1, Block 44, Smith, Ackerman & Green Addition to the City of Rockdale (641 North Main Street), Milam County, Texas (Volume 478, Page 5 of the Deed Records, Milam County, Texas), Account #000000011906

34,847

The County of Milam, Texas v Samuel Walker, Jr. et al

1.352 Acres, more or less, out of Abstract 398 of the D.A. Thompson Survey, City of Rockdale, Milam County, Texas (Volume 1081, Page 37 of the Deed Records, Milam County, Texas), 1525 East Cameron, Account #000000024340

34,850

The County of Milam, Texas v Jim E. Batson et al

A Manufactured Home Only, Serial #TX147640530D, Label # TEX0202610, located at 3775 CR 343, Gause, Milam County, Texas, Account #000000074451

35,095

The County of Milam, Texas v Herndon Hoff et al

Block 61, Davilla Addition, Milam County, Texas (Volume 745, Page 131 and Volume 951, Page 182 of the Deed Records, Milam County, Texas), FM 487, Milam County, Texas, Account #00000 0025555/000000013929

35,096

The County of Milam, Texas v Rena Ann Jones et al

Lots 11 and 12 (and part of Streets), Block 33, Hubert Addition, to the Town of Minerva, Milam County, Texas (Volume 1092, Page 209 of the Deed Records, Milam County, Texas), 276 County Road 232 Loop, Rockdale, Texas 76567, Account #000000055026

35,135

The County of Milam, Texas v Arthur E. Lewis et al

the East one-half of Lot 7, and a 22 Foot strip of land off the North side of the East one-half of Lot 8, Block 1, West End Addition to the City of Rockdale, Milam County, Texas (Volume 679, Page 109 of the Deed Records, Milam County, Texas), 609 Coulter Street, Rockdale, Texas 765672204, Account #000000012687

35,136

The County of Milam, Texas v M.A.L.-Ventures, Inc.

Lot 3 AKA Part of Lot 30, Block B, Original Townsite to the City of Cameron, Milam County, Texas (Volume 442, Page 119 of the Deed Records, Milam County, Texas), 106 E. 1st Street, Cameron, Texas 76520-3341, Account #000000023972

35,254

County of Milam v Jose Damian Almaraz et al

a Manufactured Home Only, Label #TEX0013224, Serial #177480S29021, located on Space #20, Village Courts Mobile Home Park, City of Rockdale, Milam County, Texas, 1239 Highway 79 West, Space #20, Rockdale, Texas 76567, Account #000000070079

35,346

The County of Milam, Texas v J. J. Gooden

Northeast part of Lot 6, Block 2, Section C, W.W. Lewis (Henderson-Arnold), City of Cameron, Milam County, Texas (Volume 284, Page 625 of the Deed Records, Milam County, Texas), 706 MLK , Cameron, Texas 76520, Account #000000022997

35,428

The County of Milam, Texas v Lena Wiese et al

50.0 Acres, more or less, out of Abstract 24 of the David Ghallagher Survey, Milam County, Texas (Part of Sixth Tract in Volume 146, Page 156 of the Deed Records, Milam County, Texas), Account #000000017914

35,464

The County of Milam, Texas v Louisa Thomas et al

Lot 10, Block 29, West Cameron Addition to the City of Cameron, Milam County, Texas (Volume 45, Page 416 of the Deed Records, Milam County, Texas), Hefley Street, Cameron, Texas, Account #000000010708

35,599

The County of Milam, Texas v Cleveland Boulden et al

Lots 1 and 2, Block 1, Subdivision B of the Henderson-Arnold Addition to the City of Cameron, Milam County, Texas (Volume 314, Page 175 of the Deed Records, Milam County, Texas), 901 West 12th Street, Cameron, Texas, Account #000000013016

This sale will be conducted to satisfy the judgment(s) for delinquent property taxes and accrued penalties and interests due on the properties described herein, and for all costs of court and sale.

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I do hereby verify that true and correct copies of the foregoing Joint Notice of Sale have been delivered by United States Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested, and by regular mail, to each of the Defendants named in each of the numbered and styled causes. DATED the 1st day of November, 2013, at Cameron, Texas

DAVID GREENE Sheriff, Milam County, Texas You may contact the attorney for the taxing units at (512) 943-1645. OPR-1850-A

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also, six grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and count Memorial services for Don less extended family members Baker, 56, of Bastrop will be held and friends. at 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8, 2013, in I.O.O.F. Cemtery in Rockdale. Mr. Baker died Tuesday, Oct. 15, at his home in Bastrop. Funeral services for Clyde L. He was born Jan. 6, 1957, in Hargrove, 74, of Sharp were held Rockdale to Robert Nathan and Sunday, Nov. 3, 2013, in PhilBertha Louise (Nelson) Baker. lips & Luckey Mr. Baker was raised in Rock- Funeral Home. dale and was a 1975 graduate of Burial followed Rockdale High School. in Sharp Ceme He was a U.S. Air Force veter- tery. Gary Jackan. son of Murray Mr. Baker worked for Texas Street Church Department of Transportation o f C h r i s t i n with the signal department as a Rockdale officitechnician until his retirement. ated. He lived in Bastrop since 1991 M r . H a r having moved from Early. g r o v e d i e d Mr. Hargrove He married Sharon Hall on Wednesday, Oct. 30, at his home May 23, 2010, in Bastrop. in Sharp. Mr. Baker was preceded in He was born Jan. 31, 1939, death by his father, Babe Baker; at the Yoakum home place near his mother, Bertha Baker; his Milano to Alonzo Lilburn and stepmother, Mildred Baker; a Faye Delle (Yoakum) Hargrove. sister, Bobbie Baker Moore; and Mr. Hargrove lived his entire a stepsister, Heather Harris. life in Sharp, where he was a Survivors are his wife, Sharon graduate of Sharp High School. Baker of Bastrop; a son, Michael He attended two years of college Baker of Austin; a brother, Nathan at Southwest Texas Teachers ColBaker and wife Regena of Cedar lege in San Marcos and Temple Jr. Creek; a sister, Elaine Tuttle and College. husband Jim of Anderson; two On May 1, 1960, he married stepbrothers, Ken Harris and Barbara Rosenthal in Bryan. wife Annita of Crawford, Gordon Mr. Hargrove was a farmer Harris of Laramie, Wyoming; and and had worked 30 years with a stepsister, Leanna Applegate Alcoa in the rodding room and and husband Roger of Rockdale. custodial department before his retirement in 2003. He was a member of Murray Street Church of Christ in Rock Seferino “Pete” Castillo, 90, of dale, the Alcoa Retirees Club, Rockdale died Monday, Nov. 4, United Steelworkers, president of 2013. Sharp Cemetery Association and Visitation a member of Temple Early Day is scheduled Tractor Association. for 6 to 8 p.m. Mr. Hargrove was preceded We d n e s d a y, in death by his parents; a sister, No v. 6 , w i t h Dorothy Hargrove Jenkins, on the funeral serMarch 27, 2011; a brother-in-law, vice at 11 a.m. Dan Jenkins, on March 27, 2011; Thursday, Nov. and a nephew, Jake Shay Jenkins, 7, at Phillips & also on March 27, 2011. Luckey Funeral Surviving are his wife, Barbara Mr. Castillo Home. InterHargrove of Sharp; a son, Clyde ment will follow at I.O.O.F Cem- Hargrove Jr. and wife Gwyn of etery. Sharp; a daughter, Tammy Har Mr. Castillo was born Aug. 26, grove Smith and husband Larry 1923, in Tracy to Raymond and of Flower Mound; and a grandGuadalupe Castillo. daughter, Miranda Faye Smith. A f ter attending school in Pallbearers were Carl Moody, Sharp, he enlisted in the U.S. Glen Mauldin, Carroll Modesette, Army, where he served during Julius Weidner, Lamar Closs and World War II. John Pollock. After completing his service, Honorary pallbearers were Mr. Castillo moved to Rockdale, Billy Bland, Cole Yoakum, Walter where he married Leona Garza, Wentzel, Grant Mauldin, Doug whom he spent 61 years with. Williams, Travis Yoakum, Charles Mr. Castillo had a successful Schwartz, Barkley Garner and career at Alcoa, retiring after 34 Charlie Pohorelsky. years. Memorials may be made to After his retirement, he started Sharp Cemetery Association, c/o a lawn care business, which was Reed Davis, 13116 N. FM 487, a favorite pastime when he was Buckholts, TX 76518. not drinking coffee with the regulars at McDonald’s, enjoying his patio or reading his Bible. He also enjoyed dining out and always Private family services for welcomed something sweet. Toby Walton Jones, 54, will take Mr. Castillo was preceded in place at a later date. death by his parents; his wife, Mr. Jones died Saturday, Nov. Leona Garza Castillo of Rockdale; 2, 2013, at his home in Lexington. and a sister, Mary Montoya of He was born May 16, 1959, Rockdale. in Austin to Robert and Myrna Survivors are two children, (Henry) Jones. Oliv ia Castillo Johnson and Mr. Jones was a restaurant husband Roland of Fort Worth, manager for Thundercloud Subs, Robert Castillo and wife Olga of working in the restaurant busiRockdale; and two sisters, Elisa ness for 28 years. Aldama and Concepcion Lopez; He had lived in Lexington for

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the past six years. Mr. Jones was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors are his wife, Kimberly Joosten of Lexington; a brother, Jeffrey Jones of Austin; and two sisters, Cynthia Burton of Goldthwaite, Amanda Tschepl of League City.

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retirement in 1986. Mrs. Wenzel was a member of Peace Lutheran Church in Rockdale and a member of Women of the Church. Mr. Brockenbush died April 18, 1967. On Dec. 19, 1967, she married George G. Wenzel in Peace Lutheran Church and he preceded her in death on March 8, 2002. Mrs. Wenzel was also preceded in death by her parents; a brother, William Wolf; and a grandson, Todd Alan Beason. Survivors are a son, Floyd H. Brockenbush and wife Kathleen of Rockdale. Daughters, Patricia Ann Thornton of Carrollton and Shirley Ruth Beason and husband Curtis of Sharp. Two brothers, Edgar Wolf of Bartlett and David Wolf of Holland, Texas. 11 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren. Memorials may be made to Muscular Dystrophy Association, 9430 Research Blvd., Echelon Building 2, Suite 300, Austin, TX 78759; to American Cancer Society, 963 N. FM 908, Rockdale, TX 76567; or to Peace Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 308, Rockdale, TX 76567.

Private family services will be held for Tate Christopher Kroeger, infant son of Sara Caraway and Kelvin Kroeger Jr. Tate was born Thursday, Oct. 24, 2013, in Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston. He lived for three days and died in the hospital on Sunday, Oct. 27. Tate was preceded in death by a grandfather, Lynn Caraway, and an uncle, Chris Kroeger. Survivors are his parents, Kelvin Kroeger Jr. and Sara Caraway of Thorndale; grandparents Pam and Kelvin Kroeger Sr. of Thorndale, Glenda Caraway of Pleasanton; and a great-grandmother, Shirley McKamie of North Zulch; also, several uncles, aunts and cousins. Memorials may be made to the Prenatal Department at Texas Children’s Hospital, Office of Development, P.O. Box 300630, Funeral services for Neva Suite 5214, Houston, TX 77230- Schlottman Woods, 78, of Rock0630. dale were held Friday, Nov. 1, 2013, at Phillips & Luckey Funeral Home Funeral services for Helen O. i n R o c k d a le . Wenzel, 88, of Rockdale were Burial followed held Friday, Nov. 1, 2013, at Peace in I.O.O.F. CemLutheran Church in Rockdale. etery in RockBurial followed in I.O.O.F. Cem- dale. Rev. Jimetery in Rockdale. Pastor Ed Tru- my Phillips of elson of Peace Lutheran Church First Christian officiated. Church officiatMrs. Woods Mrs. Wenzel died Tuesday, ed. Oct. 29, 2013, in Cameron Nurs- Mrs. Woods died Monday, Oct. ing Home. 28, in Scott & White Hospital in She was born Oct. 30, 1924, in Temple. Bartlett to Frank G. and Elizabeth She was born Nov. 9, 1934, M. Wolf. in Bonham to Vernon and Opal Mrs. Wenzel was a 1942 gradu- (Murley) Irby. ate of Bartlett High School, grad- Mrs. Woods worked at and uated from Scott & White Nursing managed a number of restaurants School in 1945 as a Registered in Rockdale and the Rockdale Nurse and was a member of Scott area. & White Nursing Alumni. She had lived in Rockdale She worked at Scott & White the past 60 years where she was Hospital until 1949. a member of First Christian On March 30, 1947, she mar- Church. ried Floyd H. Brockenbush at St. Mrs. Woods was homemakJohn’s Lutheran Church in Bart- er and a seamstress. She also enjoyed arts and crafts, yard lett. She took a break from working work, gardening and landscaping to take care of her husband. She and cooking. returned to work in 1957 at Rich- She m a r r ie d E d w a r d G. ards Memorial Hospital until her Schlottman on Oct. 6, 1953, in

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Rockdale and he preceded her in death on Feb. 5, 1978. On May 28, 1985, she married Thomas B. Woods in Las Vegas and he preceded her in death on April 22, 2012. Mrs. Woods was also preceded in death by a daughter, Teresa Stewart, on Nov. 16, 1990; a grandson, Scott Le Schlottman, on April 26, 1984; and a daughter-in-law, Belinda Schlottman on Oct. 2, 2010. Survivors are her children, C a rl S c h lot t m a n , K e n ne t h Schlottman and Christina Owens all of Rockdale; two stepsons, Mark Woods of Cameron, David Woods of La Grange; a stepdaughter, Susanne Gelner of Cameron; two brothers, Randy Irby of Tucson, Arizona, Phillip Montague of Ward, Arkansas; and a sister, Barbara Nunez of Tucson, Arizona; also, nine grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren.

Bonhomme CAMERON—Howlis Thomas Bonhomme, 58, of Cameron, formerly of St. Martinville, Louisiana, died Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2013, in a Cameron nursing facility. Funeral services will be at a later date in St. Martinville, Louisiana. Burial will be in the Queen of Peace Cemetery in St. Martinville. A wake service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9, at MarekBurns-Laywell Funeral Home in Cameron. Mr. Bonhomme was born Dec. 31, 1954, in St. Martinville to Howard and Loveina (Joseph) Bonhomme. He married Wanda Faye Robinson. He worked in the construction industry and was a U.S. Army veteran. Mr. Bonhomme was preceded in death by two brothers, Howard Jr. and Lawrence Bonhomme. Survivors are his wife, Wanda Bonhomme of Cypress; a son, Christopher Strange of Crosby; three daughters, Latrina Brown of Cypress, Lekethia (Keke) Sims of Cameron, Rhonda Mitchell of New Iberia, Louisiana; eight brothers, Sidney Bonhomme, David Bonhomme, Randy Bonhomme, Michael Bonhomme, Bradley Bonhomme, Russell Bonhomme, Gary Bonhomme, all of St. Martinville, Louisiana, Peter Bonhomme of Cecelia, Louisiaina; and four sisters, Linda Ledet, Lee Anna Anthony, Nancy Bonhomme, Carolyn Mitchell, all of St. Martinville, Louisiana; also, 14 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Carrasco CAMERON—Janice Lee Carrasco, 66, of Cameron died Friday, Oct. 26, 2013, at her home. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 9, at Marek-Burns-Laywell Funeral Home with Rev. Glynn Cummings officiating. Ms. Carrasco, was born Feb. 6, 1947, in Carmi, Illinois, to Otto and Ida Mae (Hockersmith) Yates. She was preceded in death by a sister. Survivors are three sons, Kelly

Sauls and Brian Miller, both of Illinois, Tomas Carrasco Jr. of Ben Arnold; two daughters, Theresa Upton of Bradley, Illinois, Elizabeth Watson of Cameron; two brothers, Michael Mossberger of Fairfield, Illinois, Billy Alexander of Louisiana; and three sisters, Wanda Ruben of Decatur, Illinois, Martha Ann Whitson of Colorado Springs, Linda Kay Pennington of Lawton, Oklahoma; also, 15 grandchildren and a great-grandchild.

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C A M E RON — C l a r a E d n a Humplik, 92, of Cameron died Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2013, in a Temple hospital. Funeral services were held Sunday, Nov. 3, at St. Monica’s Catholic Church with Rev. Tom Chamberlain officiating. Entombment was in St. Monica’s Mausoleum. Rosary was recited Saturday at Marek-Burns-Laywell Funeral Home in Cameron. Mrs. Humplik was born July 14, 1921, in the Ad Hall community of Milam County to Rudolph and Caroline (Dresler) Hertenberger. She married Joe Franklin Humplik in 1940 and together they owned and operated the Farm & Ranch Feed Store. Mrs. Humplik was a member of St. Monica’s Catholic Church and the ladies auxiliary of the Volunteer Fire Department. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1988; a grandson, Joe Keith Humplik; three brothers, Raymond, Lawrence and JB Hertenberger; and a son-in-law, August Dohnalik. She is sur v ived by a son, Joe Lee Humplik of Cameron; a daughter, Gladys Lee of Cameron; a brother, Clarence Hertenberger of Clute; three sisters, Ella Bergeron of Seely, Dorothy Vybiral of Temple, Rita Mikulec of Cameron; five grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and a greatgreat-grandchild.

Brunette

FR ANKLIN—World War II veteran William “Bill” Brunette, 93, died Monday, Oc t. 28, 2013, at Brazos Valley Hospice in Bryan. G r a v e s i d e ser v ices were held Thursday, Oct. 31, at East Boone Prairie Cemetery. A New Baden Mr. Brunette native, Mr. Brunette was born June 11, 1920. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lois Evelyn Bush Brunette; a sister, Alma Brunette; two half-brothers, Hugo Ernest Sauer and Oscar Sauer; and a half-sister, Elsie Sauer Hanhart. Survivors are two children, William Kent Brunette and Carol Ann Broadus; a son-in-law, Gary Broadus; two grandsons, Christopher Alan Broadus and William Justin Broadus; and three great-children, Cole Broadus, Brianna Broadus and Brady Broadus.

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Central Texas Leading Realty Since 1954 HOMES • 314 MURRAY—Cute 2 BR, 1 BA home on large corner lot. Great for first-time home buyer or investment property. $59,500. • 943 E. THIRD ST.—1 BR, 1-1/2 BA brick home on 1/2 acre +/- lot. Located outside city limits—No city taxes. Large bedroom, large master bath, kitchen opens to living/dining area, built-in appliances, refrigerator, CA/CH, 1-car garage. Approximately 1,075 sq. ft. living area. Built 1989. $84,900. Extra 1/2 acres +/- available next door with a 30x70 older barn. $10,000. • 205 BOWSER—Beautiful, historic building/home, built in 1896. Perfect for commercial or residential. Approx. 2,956 sq. ft., on large corner lot. Was recently a law office. Updated and in great condition. Many original features. Nice front porch and balcony. Call office for many more details. $269,900. • 1505 O’KELLEY—Very nice, updated 3 BR, 2 BA, living and formal dining room, CONTRACT PENDING 14x28 ft. workshop on backyard. A Must See! $125,900. • 501 MEADOW DRIVE—Nice corner lot, 3 BR, 2 BA, large family room with vaulted ceiling, approx. 1,508 sq. ft. living area, vaulted PENDING master BR, covered patio and privacyCONTRACT fenced backyard. $115,000. • 2110 POST OAK—3 BR, 2 BA home on large corner lot. Approx. 1,816 sq. ft. living area. Wood flooring, carpet, tile, CA/CH. Back patio, cozy backyard. $92,000. • THORNDALE—115 WUENCHE ST.—Lovely one-owner brick home in great neighborhood, 3 BR, 2 BA, approx. 1,806 sq. ft. living area. Built 1986. Large sunken den with fireplace and cathedral ceiling. Beautifully landscaped yard. Updated appliances, large lot with storage building. Updated bathroom fixtures. Ready to move into. One year home warranty offered. $162,500. • 712 PALMER STREET—Gorgeous 2-story home on 2 lots. Very bright and open floor plan. approx. 2,308 sq. ft. living area. 3 BR, 2.5 BA, 2 living areas, gameroom. Built 2002. Custom cabinets, circle drive. Bedrooms with balcony overlooking yard. Tall ceilings throughout. Too many amenities to mention here. $169,900. • 1904 O’KELLEY—Recently updated home on nicely landscaped lot with detached approx. 14’x28’ gameroom/office building in backyard, 3 BR, 3 BA, approx. 1,796 sq. ft. living area, den, family room, dining room and breakfast bar. Wood, carpeting and vinyl tile. Sprinkler system. Large covered wooden deck. Crown moulding, master and one bath tiled in granite with oversized tubs. Solar screens, many extras. $145,000. • 105 KAILYNNE COURT—THORNDALE—4 BR, 2 BA brick home, tall ceilings throughout. Approx. 2,241 sq. ft. living area. Den with fireplace, formal dining, family

room, breakfast area, granite countertops in kitchen, stainless steel appliances. Carpeting, wood and tile flooring throughout. $246,500. • REDUCED—605 FRANCINE—Very nice 3 BR, 1-1/2 BA, large fenced backyard, quiet neighborhood, near schools. A must see. $66,000. • REDUCED—604 FRANCINE—Large 3 BR, 2-1/2 BA home, spacious bedrooms, 2-car garage, RV parking, workshop area and sprinkler system. Approx. 1,962 sq. ft. living area. $102,000.

Call for information on HUD foreclosures. HOMES WITH LAND • BLACK JACK AREA—11191 S. FM 908—ROCKDALE—25 acres with 3 BR, 2 BA brick home, approx. 1,518 sq. ft. living area. Cathedral ceiling in large den, covered back patio, fenced backyard, 2-car carport with 15’x24’ metal storage/workshop building. Two water wells and 2 water meters. Also 20’x10’ metal storage building, tractor shed, 30’x18’ tractor barn, fenced and cross-fenced, gently rolling terrain. Call for further details. $225,000. • REDUCED—578 ELM CREEK ESTATES—Beautiful brick 3 BR, 2 BA home on 4.526 acres. Lots of privacy, 9-ft. ceilings, large open living/kitchen/dining area with gas fireplace. Beautiful stained glass windows and door, large master BR with gas fireplace and bath with large walk-in closet, large utility room. Country living but not far from home. Ready to move in to. A MUST SEE!! $239,000. • 135 GABRIEL CROSSING DR., THORNDALE—Beautiful 4 BR, 3 BA, 2-story rock country-style house on approximately 1.8 acres. Many upgrades, including granite countertops in kitchen, wood flooring in living and dining rooms. Large game room upstairs. Garden tub, seperate shower and 2 vanities in master bath. Nice utility room with sink and lots of storage space. Crown molding, coffered and high ceilings, security system, circular drive. A MUST SEE!! $262,500. • 230 CR 303A—Nicely updated/remodeled brick home, 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 baths, large den and extra living area, dining room, breakfast area. Approximately 1,907 sq. ft. living area. Kitchen totally redone with custom cabinets, Silestone countertops with tile backsplash. Master bath has walkin bathtub, tankless water heater, etc. Detached 2-car garage, large metal garage/workshop with 3 overhead doors and RV parking/storage space with connections. $185,000.

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• 25 PRIME ACRES PLANTED IN COASTAL—Small pond at back corner. Will yield 2 to 3 round bales per acre with 2 to 3 cuttings per year, depending on rain. Offered @ $100,000. • 3142 CR 340—3 BR, 2 BA on over 8 acres. Nice shop with fenced pasture. Offered @ $145,000. • 724 RAMSEY—ROCKDALE—Vacant City Lot, ready for a home. Offered @ $4,000. • 700 CR 342—MILANO—4 BR, 2 S BA with Oopen L living D concept. 10.95 acres, fenced with 2 horse stalls. Offered @ $125,000. • 3142 CR 340—MILANO—Great 3 BR, 1 BA home in the country. Nice open living concept. Offered @ $69,900.

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• SHARP AREA—45 acres, older metal storage shed, 14’x50’ storage barn, older cattle pens with chute, mostly open pasture, Coastal and native grasses, electricity on property. Excellent deer hunting. $4,200 per acre. • CR 234—69 acres, beautiful wooded property, pond, old water well, electricity available. Priced at $3,800 per acre. • HWY 77 SOUTH—ROCKDALE—17.3 acres, mostly wooded, scattered trees, electricity and water meter on property. No restrictions. Beautiful homesite. $6,000 per acre. • CR 329—MILANO—156 acres of beautiful rolling terrain with scattered hardwoods. Coastal and native grasses. Pond, several beautiful homesites. Electricity available. $3,200 per acre. • MIDDLETON STREET—2 lots. Can be sold together or separate, 74’x130’ lots. Each priced at $18,000. • FM 1712, 20.326 ACRES—Wooded with open areas. Not far from town. Electricity on property. Well needed. $94,900. • LEE COUNTY, CR 317—59.37 acres, pond, gently rolling terrain, pasture areas, scattered trees and wooded areas. Metal barn, implement sheds, older cattle pens and shute. $254,000. • DAVILLA AREA—CR 407, 14.01 ac. Water meter, electricity available. Mostly open, some scattered trees, partially fenced. $75,000. • THORNDALE—Approx. 44 acres, North FM 486. Pasture, pond. $3,750 per acre.

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• 715 MIDDLETON—Stunning 4 BR, 3 BA, huge family room with fireplace, formal dining, kitchen with gorgeous bar and breakfast, fantastic laundry room. Out back an adorable 1 BR, 1 BA guest house overlooking a beautiful covered patio, 2-car detached garage. All this at $249,900. • 1608 MURRAY—Adorable 3 BR, 1 BA, 2 living area home with formal dining. Nice hardwood floors and new carpet. Wonderful fireplace in your cozy den. Kitchen with built-ins and nice laundry area. Covered patio overlooking large lot. $104,500. • 401 SAN GABRIEL—Best Buy in Town: 4 BR with virtuallly any and all things you could ask for in a home. Needs a bit of TLC, but it will blow your heart away. You cannot outgrow this beauty. Covered private patio, 3-car garage and the list goes on. $139,900. • 510 GREEN—Adorable 3 BR remodeled beauty. Gorgeous master with brick fireplace. A must see at $73,500. • 1600 PECOS—Newly remodeled 3 BR, 2 BA, 2 living area beauty. Covered patio overlooks grand workshop for Dad. $105,000. • 821 SMITH ROAD—3 BR, 1 BA, 1 living with gorgeous kitchen with granite countertops. The house is situated on .666 acre and has workshop out back. This home is the neatest house you will ever walk in. Priced at $79,.900. • REDUCED TO SELL!—2206 MURRAY—Completely remodeled beauty with 3 BR, 2 BA, 2 living areas with fireplace. Gorgeous kitchen, out back covered patio overlooking an incredible pool.• 1802 PECOS—Gorgeous 4 BR, 2 BA, great room w/fireplace, w/large hard tile, carpet in bedrooms. New 6’ cedar fence. A Must See at $119,900. • 1405 HIGHLAND—3 BR, 2 BA, 2 living, corner lot. • 503 SCARBROUGH—2 BR cottage with large workshop, w/kitchen built-ins. $79,500. • REDUCED—601 JACKSON—3 BR, 2 BA, great kitchen with built-ins, huge family room with fireplace and sun room. Out back 2 huge lots, greenhouse and a fantastic yard on corner lot. $110,000. • 605 JACKSON—2 BR, 2 BA, large great room, kitchen with breakfast room, large 2-car garage, beautifully landscaped. $89,900. • 151 CR 311—Small apartment-size home near town on .54 acres. A must see at $35,000. • 601 CALHOUN—Newly remodeled beauty situated on 2 lots, huge living with formal dining. Kitchen with granite counters. Professionally decorated. Make an offer! • 406 SAN JACINTO—3 BR, 2 BA, 2 living area home situated on huge lot in Westwood. Neat kitchen has beautiful granite counters. Call for appt. $93,500. • 2009 SAGER—4 BR, 2.5 BA beauty, completely remodeled with pool. $229,900

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bedroom. Great above-the-ground pool and a 30x40 metal shop. Offered at $79,500. • 215 CR 410, BUCKHOLTS—1 BR, 1 BA cozy home on 1/2 acre. Nice open living concept with recent upgrades. Nice screened-in porch. Offered @ $69,900. • 2005 HIGHLAND—ROCKDALE—3 BR, 2 BA home with open living concept. Large converted garage. Additional lot included. Offered @ $159,900. • 326 ESTELLE—ROCKDALE—3 BR, 2 BA with open living concept. Home was totally rebuilt in 2007 after it was damaged by fire. There are 2 large lots with multiple fruit trees. Offered @ $84,500. • CR 407—3 BR, 2 BA mobile home with open living concept. Large eat-in kitchen. Offered @ $79,900. • 415 MAIN STREET, ROCKDALE—Cozy 3 BR, 2 BA home located close to the Historic area of Rockdale. Large country kitchen with eat-in dining. Offered @ $65,000.

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• 165 GABRIEL CROSSING DR., THORNDALE—UNDER CONSTRUCTION— 3 BR, 2 BA, bricked on 3 sides, on 1.572 acre lot. Approx. 1,812 sq, ft. living area. Tall ceilings, granite countertops in kitchen . Carpeting, wood and tile flooring throughout. Fireplace, stainless steel appliances, 2-car garage. $199,500. • 209 GABRIEL CROSSING DR., THORNDALE—3 BR, 2 BA home on 1.572 acre lot. Rock on 3 sides. Approx. 1,999 sq. ft. living area. Tall ceilings, 2-car garage, den, breakfast area, formal dining, granite countertops. Carpeting, wood and tile flooring throughout. $219,900 • REDUCED—FM 487 SOUTH—Just outside city limits. Metal building with 1 BR, 1 BA efficiency, on 1.75 acres. Call for further details. $36,000.

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• HWY 77—Great 3 BR, 2 BA with workshop on 5 plus acres. A Must See! Call for details. $105,000. • 537 E. Davilla—3 BR, 2 BA, 2 living areas. Nice corner lot, quiet neighborhood. $93,500. • 1904 SKYLES—4 BR, 3 BA, totally remodeled beauty with detached 3-car garage. Priced to Sell. An Absolute Beauty.! • 150 BELTON—3 BR on large lot. $39,900. • 1701 O’KELLEY—4 BR, 2-1/2 BA, 2 gorgeous living areas, remodeled kitchen, huge yard. Exquisite condition. Call for appointment. • 1800 YOKLEY—4 BR with 2 being master bedrooms, 3 BA custom home with formal living and dining, family room with fireplace and has, per tax records, 2,815 square feet of living area. Priced below market value and great location, great home! $159,900. • 2103 SAGER—Like new 4 BR, 3 BA beauty. A must See! $169,900. • 4 BR, 2 BA, Large living and dining, game room, gourmet kitchen w/breakfast. Priced to Sell. • 1907 HIGHLAND—4 BR, 2 BA, large family room with dining area. Gourmet kitchen. Out back fantastic deck overlooking beautifully landscaped lawn. Huge workshop with plumbing for Dad. • 620 JACKSON—4 BR, 2 BA, 1 living. $105,000. Possible Short Sale. • REMODELED 4 BR, 3 BA—Large greatroom with fireplace, formal dining, kitchen with granite counters and breakfast area. An office that is short of presidential. Call for details. • 413 E. FOURTH ST.—3 BR, 1 BA, bonus room. $75,000 • REDUCED TO SELL—1501 SKYLES—4 BR, 2-1/2 BA custom home with 3-car garage. • 2413 POST OAK—3 BR, 2 BA, rewly remodeled. • 2004 SAGER—Like new 1-1/2 story beauty with 3 BRs, 3 BAs, 2 large living areas w/formal dining. Exquisite is the only description needed. A Must See at $239,900. • 618 JACKSON—Adorable 4 BR, 2 BA, 1 large family area, kitchen with built-ins, situated on large cul-de-sac fenced lot. Must See at $127,500. • 207 RUSSELL—3 BR, 1-1/2 BA, 2 living areas situated on 3 large lots. Nice private subdivision. • 4 BR, 2-1/2 BA—With nice office, newly remodeled home with adorable guest house. • 1705 O’KELLEY—Beautiful Setting-4 BR, 2 BA beauty on tree-covered lot. $148,900. • 405 HAZEL—Great home on 2 large lots. $59,900. • 1804 PECOS—3BR/2BA, remodeled kitchen, marble master bath, workshop. $119,900. • 2002 YOKLEY—2-story, 3BR/2-1/2BA, formal living/dining/den.

Reporter ads get the grapes!

• CAMERON—8.024 ac. on FM 845, city utilities available. $64,000. • THORNDALE—Several residential lots in Country Meadow Estates, in city limits Call for lot sizes. $26,500 per lot. • NORTH OF THORNDALE—Several residential lots, 1 to 2 acres sizes, in Gabriel Crossing, restricted. Call for lot sizes. $24,000 per lot.

COMMERCIAL & INVESTMENT PROPERTIES • 205 BOWSER—Beautiful, historic building/home, built in 1896. Perfect for commercial or residential. Approx. 2,956 sq. ft., on large corner lot. Was recently a law office. Updated and in great condition. Many original features. Nice front porch and balcony. Call office for many more details. $269,900. • 1529 WEST CAMERON—United Steelworkers building on 1.99 acre lot. Approx. 3,000 sq. ft. building. Excellent location. Call for further information. $190,000 • THORNDALE—200 SIDNEY BLVD.—Built in 2007, brick building formerly used as day care center, could be used as office, day care, medical building, etc. Approx. 3,551 sq. ft. main area. Lots of potential. Reception area, various rooms for offices, large kitchen, male/female bathrooms, plus 3 private bathrooms, circle drive, parking area. Situated on 3.62 acre lot. Call for more details. • 305 CHILDRESS—Office building currently used for doctor’s office, six offices, reception room, kitchen with half bath, one full bath, large storage room. Call for further details. $115,000. • 1013 W. CAMERON–Excellent commercial site location. Located on Hwy. 79 next to Dollar General. .964 acre lot. $136,474. • UPDATED DOWNTOWN BUILDING—137 N. Main, 2-story, downstairs updated only. Approx. 3,000 sq. ft. upstairs, 4,200 sq. ft. downstairs, 7,200 sq. ft. total. Call for details. • CAMERON—Skeezix’s Bar & Grill. New building December, 2008 on 1 acre of land. Additional 8.042 acres can be bought. Call for details. • THORNDALE—Hwy. 79 located in city limits, .793 acres tract. $98,500. • 4 DUPLEXES—2 BR, 1 BA, built in 2008, all appliances, located in Thorndale. Will sell part or all. Call for further details. • HWY. 79 WEST—Located in city limits, city utilities available. Approximately 1/2 acre lot, highway frontage. $85,000.

OUT-OF-COUNTY LISTINGS • 15234 FAIRCREST—COLLEGE STATION—3 BR, 2 BA nice home in great area. Many upgrades including hard tile floors, and laminate wood in bedrooms. Offered @ $129,900. • 29955 RILEY ROAD, WALLER—3 br, 2 ba modular home on almost 2 acres. • 508 EAST DAVIS, HEARNE—Nice 3 BR, 1 BA on corner lot. Well maintained home with garage converted to large workshop. New Central AC and hot water heater. Privacy fenced backyard. Offered @ $60,000. • 3 LOTS IN BREMOND—2 full lots and 2 half lots located in city limits, close to schools. Offered Reduced @ $27,000.

COMMERCIAL • 117 WEST CAMERON—ROCKDALE—Established business for sale. Building and all equipment included. 900 SF of finished Retail space with room to expand. Totally renovated in 1999. Offered @ $199,900. • 176 MEADOW DRIVE, ROCKDALE—Over 1/2 acre located behind Texas Fajita. Great site for a new business. Offered @ $29,900.

RENTALS • HUNTER STREET—2 BR, 1 BA month due upon lease.

open living concept.

$650/month,

first and last

Judith Matula Mobile 512/760-5440

Monique Gebhart Mobile 512/269-8865

Robbie Breithaupt Mobile 512/574-8818

Evelyn Bauerschlag Mobile 512/760-6235

Pud Owens Mobile 512/760-7055 HUD ACQUIRED HOMES Call for details on HUD properties!

LAND & LAND WITH HOMES

LAND LISTINGS NEEDED! I have several good qualified buyers on hand. • APPROX. 82 ACRES OF WONDERFUL! Just on the outskirts of Rockdale sits a rare 3 BR beauty with gourmet kitchen, gorgeous dining room, cozy family room with fireplace. Out back a deck that extends the entire length of this home and has a view of the land that will take your breath away. Call for appointment. • 199 COUNTRY LANE—It’s the neatest, most immaculate place in Milam Co. Some see this adorable home, completely private, wonderful metal shop and an extra building that could be a great guest house. It’s a buy at $79,900! • 497 OAK PARK FOUR—Custom built 3 BR, 2 BA, inviting family room with fireplace and a huge sun room for enjoying the most incredible views in Milam Co. Gourmet kitchen with breakfast area and a gorgeous formal dining area. Large 1,250 sq. ft. metal shop, a smaller storage and all this situated on 6.77 acres. Offered at $169,900. • HWY. 77—14 acres, gorgeous land, pefect building site. $4,950 per acre. • 143 CR 303—5 BR, 2 BA, 2 living areas, situated on 3 acres. Offered at $108,000. • 1252 SOUTH US HIGHWAY 77—3 BR, 2 living area beauty situated on 2.87 acres. Great shop. Perfect location. $140,000. • 5671 CR 314—3 BR, 2 BA, 3 acres. Needs TLC. Offered at $69,900. • NORTHWOOD DRIVE & NORTHWOOD CIRCLE—1 to 8 acre tracts, perfect for building. Beautiful trees. $10,000 per acre. • 650 CR 335—3 BR, 2 BA, 1 living area, huge pond situated on 10 acres. A Must See at $125,000. • HWY. 77 N—Two 14-acre tracts. $4,500 per acre. • 15+ ACRES, CYPRESS TRAIL—Wooded with tank, electric poles. $52,900. • 158 PR 2008—Gorgeous 20 acre tract! Great building site near town. S.W. Milam Water available. A must see at $84,000. • 181 NORTHWOOD—Excellent condition describes this 3 BR, 2 BA brick home, situated on approx. 3/4 acre. This beauty has a nice living area, dining room, kitchen w/breakfast and great laundry room. Adjoining shop that is near Hwy. 77 for any business you might have in mind and formerly know as The Radiator Shop. A Must See at $155,000. • CR 327—Approx. 16 acres with good fences, electricity and roads. $79,500. • HWY. 36—17 acres with utilities. $79,500. • 3083 CR 326 —2 BR, 2 BA, 1 living-dining, huge kitchen combination, large pantry, utiility room, 2-car garage, situated on 15 acres. Priced below market. • 10914 FM 908 WEST— 52 glorious acres of river-front property with 3 BR, 2 BA home. Call for more details. • 90 ACRES More or less—Incredible views with 2 BR, 1 BA home. Excellent location. Call for details. • 196 PR 3000—3 BR, 2 BA custom beauty situated on 10-20 or less

acreage. Call for details. • 598 OAK PARK—Custom built 3 BR/2 BA, office/hobby room, gorgeous sun porch situated on 6 acres, more or less. Detached 2-car garage and large shop. Make an offer. • OAK PARK ADDITION—34 acres with nice trees. Call for info. • TEXAS ST.—59 acres, excellent location. Call for details. • MAKE AN OFFER on this 194 acre tract. Good location. • MILANO AREA—10 wooded acres CR 374. REDUCED—$25,000. • 6870 CR 412—3/1, small unfinished 2-story, on 2 acres. $45,000. • REDUCED FOR QUICK SALE!—HWY. 77 NORTH—Great Buy on this 20-acre tract with 2 mobile homes for extra income. $85,000.

INVESTMENT PROPERTY • DUPLEX & lot for new apt. bldg. 2 BR, 1 BA, large living & dining, galley kitchen, utility room & parking out back.

COMMERCIAL • 1303 BRAZOS—Huge building available. Extremely nice, at $146,000. • 226 N. MAIN—Formerly known as Orsag’s. Call for appointment. $189,900. • HWY. 79 WEST—Excellent office space with large metal storage building. Priced to Sell! • 1525 E. CAMERON—Great location, commercial property. $79,500.

BUSINESS PROPERTY • 429 MILAM—Large commercial lot. $15,000. • 200 N. MAIN—Stunning office w/studio apt., 1,360 sq. ft. office & 1,360 sq. ft. apt. above. Travertine, hardwoods, granite & marble finishes. Gorgeous! $175,000. • 1502 W. CAMERON—Approx. 3 acres with 23,660 sq. ft. building.

GREAT BUILDING SITES • HIGHLAND AVE.—75X149 lot. Great building site. $8.500. • CR 308—Great Building Site. $29,500. • 2008 SKYLES ROAD—115x140 tree-covered lot. $25,300. • 2102 SKYLES ROAD—105x140 great home site. $23,100. • HIGHLAND AVE.—Lot is 75x150 with water & sewer available. • SAN JACINTO—N.E. corner and Eiland St. 0.404 acres. $15,995. • Reduced to Sell—712 MILLER—Great bldg. site. 78x113.6. $6,995. • Old Bushdale Rd.—.490 acres across from jr. high, w/20’x22’ bldg. $25,000. • REDUCED TO SELL—Oak Park One—Great Investment! 4 lots, 85x135 w/water meter available, horse stalls & fencing. $39,900.

RENTALS • 2-1 BR APARTMENTS AVAILABLE. Call for details.

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HOUSE & 24.6 ACS. FOR SALE

One of Milam County’s most outstanding properties: 2 Story, 3 BR, 3.5 BA, 3-car garage, app. 3,820 sq. ft. Finished in Austin Stone, brick, concrete and stucco. Located 1 mile outside Rockdale City Limits at 3002 South Hwy. 77.

FOR SALE

• 12 Acres—Off BeverlyUnder Lane, south of town, with a water meter and Contract elec. hookup. • 2.4 Acres—On BeverlyUnder Lane. Contract • 7.5 Acres—Fronting Hwy. 77, just south of Hwy. 77 & 908 intersection. Has water meter. Large trees. Asking $45,000. • 6 Acres—Commercial, close to Wal-Mart. • 11.51 Acres—Fronting Hwy. 79, 3 miles East. Rural water and elec. available. $110,000 cash or owner financing. • 1.65 Acres—CR 306 West. $15,000 cash or owner financed. 48-tf

DAVE PHILLIPS, Agent 227 N. Main — Rockdale

512-944-6071

WOODED LAKEVIEW LOT On Lake Belton. Tangelwood Addition. Great Building Site. $15,000. 1304 ALCOA AVE. 3-4 BR, 1 BA, carport. Garage presently used as shop. Well-kept home. $87,000. 7936 CR 412 Beautiful home on 19.9 acres. 4 BR, 2 BA, game room, 42’x100’ barn w/horse stables, pond, 10x12 storage bldg. Owner will finance 50%, Call for details. 284 CR 311 Nice doublewide 3 BR, 2 BA on 1.5 well-kept acres, out-building. $89.900. Call for details. 7045 CR 342 19 acres with 2/1 cabin. Rolling hills with spring-fed wet creek. $95,000. Owner will finance 50%. 1439 CR 305 2.5 acres with 3-1.5 home. 20x40 metal bldg. great property close to town. $115,000. PRIVATE AND SECLUDED 15+ wooded acres, +rustic 3/2 home with separate extra bedroom/office, 700-ft. well, pond. CONTRACT 8706 County Road 342,PENDING Milano. $149,500. COMMERCIAL ROCKDALE Historic downtown building, 2-story, 4,500+ sq. ft. Second story partially restored. Call for details. INCOME PROPERTY, ROCKDALE 2 Houses, service station, RV park with 20 hook-ups. Frontage on Hwy. 79 and Scarbrough St. Owner will finance. Call for details. NORTH AUSTIN High traffic building site. I-35 frontage. North Austin, I-35 and Braker.

• 14.85 Acres: Beautiful homesite, 40X80 metal building on slab, deep water well, small pond. Off Hwy 79W, near city limits, Rockdale • 2-Story Commercial Building: Downtown Rockdale offered by Owner/Agent. Can be used as 2 separate businesses or one large one. Leased at this time. Could turn 2nd story into living quarters • 4 BR, 3-½ BA, 2-car garage: 1919 Redbud, brick home in quiet neighborhood, large kitchen with lots of cabinets and eating bar, separate dining room, family room with wood burning fireplace, activity/office area, backyard has pool and half-court basketball. J&B Realty. Call James or Birdie at 512-446-3312 or 979-406-0004 FOR SALE: 51.5 acres located east of Rockdale CR 234. Nice building site with a lot of wildlife. $3,300 acre. 979-595-4714. OWNER FINANCE! 306 Hazel, 3 BR, 1.5 BA, wood floors, tile. EZ terms! 512-657-4819.

SERVICES

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We are now hiring for the following positions:

*Nurse (LVN) Needed* * Certified Nurse Aides * Apply in person with Pamela Daniel: 2104 N. Karnes Cameron, TX 76520 — 254-697-4985 EOE

APARTMENT FOR Rent: 1 BR, free cable. 512-626-6798. HOUSE FOR Rent: 2 BR, $450 month, $300 deposit. 512-626-6798.

Deadline for Reporter Classifieds Tuesday 10:00 a.m.

MOBILE HOMES

Large Mobile Home FOR SALE To Be Moved

3 BR, 2 BA, about 1,200 sq. ft., 78x16, newly remodeled.

512-760-704751-tf.

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Affordable Housing Property Manager

Capstone Real estate Services, Inc. has a fantastic and unique opportunity for an Affordable Housing Property Manager in Rockdale, TX. If you are ready to take on new challenges and are looking for a professional opportunity and growth potential….look no further! We are searching for a qualified candidate with experience maintaining and leasing an affordable housing property. Responsibilities include assessing market conditions, developing strategies consistent with the owners’ needs and achieving optimum performance levels. In addition, the Property Manager is responsible for developing and implementing budgets that are in accordance with the owner’s financial goals. Successful candidates will have a minimum of 2-4 years of affordable housing property management experience that includes responsibility for financial and operational results, tax credit and Section 8 administration and staff supervision to ensure compliance with site-specific Programs. Financial background that includes: budget preparation, managing and controlling expenses, approval of purchase orders and vendors, and experience in reviewing income and expense reports. This position also needs someone with strong leadership, coaching and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment. Must be able to effectively manage multiple tasks and work projects simultaneously. If you meet the key competencies and are interested in applying for the Affordable Housing Property Manager position, please email your resume and salary history to resumes.east@capstonemanagement.com. This immediate position offers a competitive compensation package, incentive program, 401(k) plan, and comprehensive benefit package. EOE M/F 52-3t

ENTERTAINMENT

RICKEY’S

ENTERTAINMENT

RANCH Cliff’s Tavern THE BAR & GRILL 218 N. Main—Rockdale, TX

220 S. Wilcox — 512-446-2744

415 W. Hwy 79, Rockdale — 512-446-7005

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Karaoke

with DJ Kenny Saturday, November 9 9-Closing — No Cover!

Clean Up That Clutter!

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ENTERTAINMENT

8:30-1 No Cover

Saturday, Nov. 9 Vegas Stars

9-1 Doors Open at 7 p.m. $10 Cover

VEHICLES

I REPAIR Antique, modern FOR SALE: 2002 F-250 Lariat, clocks, watches, watch batter- 7.3L, Power Stroke. 512-564ies. Call John, 979-270-0993, 0427. or stop by Tommy’s Furniture, across from RFCU.

ANIMALS

KEVIN’S TREE Service: Pruning, cut down, haul-offs, tear downs, dead trees. Free Esti- FREE. ABANDONED Kittens, mates. Small town and country. with their mother, weaned. 512-797-1182, 512-309-4917. I can’t keep them. 512-9552377.

LOST & FOUND FOUND: 8-month female red and white hound dog/ bird dog with blue collar, in Milano. Sweet Girl! Please call 832334-2363.

FARM/RANCH

Now is the time to advertise in the Classifieds!

Take advantage of our low rates!

FRESH CUT Tifton hay For Sale: $7 large square bales. In Milano. Call or Text Karen at 281-772-0800.

EQUIPMENT AUCTION

GARAGE SALE: 903 BushFOR RENT: 3 BR, 2 BA, w/d dale Rd. Friday, 8-? Saturday, included, big yard, 3 living 8-noon. areas. $950 month. Rockdale. 303-809-8749.

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FOR RENT/LEASE GARAGE SALES

YARD SALE: 136 Champions Dr., 8-3, Saturday. Computer desk, electronics., printers office supplies, clothing, shoes, toys, CD’s, books, miscellaneous appliances.

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We offer great benefits: Competitive compensation, Bonus Plan, Paid Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement, Matching 401(K), Health & Dental Available, Life & Supplemental Insurances & Team Member Chaplain Services. Apply Today! 700 Dyer — Rockdale, Texas 76567 Phone: 512-446-2548 — Fax: 512-446-4277 www.Renaissance-Villa.com

AUCTION SALES

2/1 BRICK House: Utilities not included. Security deposit and current rental references, no pets or smoking, near schools. Email: rlhbhalford@att.net or 214-341-5942, 12 noon to 8 p.m.

SALES: NEW State of the art dealership needed experienced Automotive sales people, for the right person’s $3,000.00 guaranteed per month and paid medical insurance. Must have valid Texas driver licenses and pass a background check as well as a drug test. Apply in person only! 2102 Thornton, Cameron, TX. 76520. NO PHONE CALLS.

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CONTRACT PENDING

2 BR apartment for rent, AC/H. GARAGE SALE: 406 Cal512-446-6694 or 512-269- houn Dr., Saturday, Nov. 9, 8-1: Clothes, shoes, bedding, 9026. household items, miscellaFOR RENT: 3 BR, 2 BA, CA/ neous items and more. CH. HUD accepted. Also, 2 BR, 1 BA house, HUD accepted. GARAGE SALE: Saturday, November 9, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 121 512-760-7372. Champions Dr. COMFORTABLE 2 and 3 BR mobile homes. Work crew GARAGE SALE: 101 N Main housing by the month and (Old McVoy Building). Thurslong-term residential available. day & Friday 9-?. 512-446-6036. GARAGE SALE: Friday 8 3-1 CARPORT, Storage. 601 E a.m.-? 1/2-price on everything 10th, Cameron. $600 month. from last week’s sale, except References, deposit, WAC. oak furniture which has been marked down. 415 Oak Park Call 512-446-2594. Four. FOR RENT: 14X24 garage for car storage on large, fenced-in GARAGE SALE: 423 Northlot. Rent, $150. 721 Dyer, no wood Circle, Thursday-Satelectricity. Deposit, references. urday, 7 a.m.-2 p.m., 512446-2419. 512-446-2594.

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PUBLIC SALE PUBLIC SALE PUBLIC SALE

The following tenants items will be Sold to satisfy a landlord’s lien. In Pursuant of Chap. 59 Texas foreclosure procedures. Units will be sold for cash only and units will be sold by the unit. $100 cleanup deposit will be required. Items will be sold to the highest bidder. 1. Willie Mae Engelke # 84 2. Chris Santellano # 88 3. Tammy Sue Mendez #15 4. Karen Castillo & Carolyn Boggs #29 5. Katrina Garcia # 11 6. Nikki Kirk # 23 7. Carolyn Orvis #64 8.Gracie Alonzo #113 Armadillo Storage, LLC,280 FM 487 Rockdale, Tx 76567, Sale will Commence Nov. 18th, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. All contents must be removed the day of the sale. 01-2t

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2004 W. Cameron Rockdale, TX 76567

Fence Builders of Texas

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• Shops • Barns • Garages

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Denman Overhead Door Co. • Composition Shingles • All Types of Roofing

All Types Steel Building Systems Cell (512) 760-5938

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139 W. Cameron ~ Rockdale, Texas 76567 (512) 446-0402 or (512) 446-3346

RUBIO SEPTIC SERVICE Sewer & Drain Cleaning - Backhoe Service

512-446-3986

~Since 1979~ Commercial & Residential 963 N. FM 908 • Rockdale, TX 76567

• Custom Home Building • New Construction • Custom Cabinetry • Pools/Spas • Remodeling • Residential • Commercial

512/446-2693 • www.blandcc.com • References Furnished • Professional • Dependable

Charles & Gaye Bland, Owners

—Propane for all Needs—

TEXAS PROPANE

BUCKHOLT’S PAINTING

P.O. Box 429 • Highway 77 North Rockdale, Texas 76567

GORDON TODD

Larry 979-822-5974 Cell 979-739-7741

“No drugs, no surgery…just relief ”

1512 W. Cameron Avenue Rockdale, TX 76567

LIFE • HOME • AUTO • LIABILITY INSURANCE

(254) 627-9087

Curtis Hoyle, Owner

Curtis Hoyle

Chimney Service Sweeping • Cleaning Masonry Repair Distributor: Stoves and Inserts 304 Post Oak • Cameron, TX 76520

BINION BULLDOZING SERVICE Ron Binion ~ Conservation & Excavating Contractor BURN BAN? No Problem! No Burning! No Hauling! • Roads • Tanks • Site Preparation •Brush Mesquite Clearing NEW! MODERN MULCHING MACHINE email: biniondozing@yahoo.com www.binionbulldozingservice.com

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A & B Sheet Metal and Roofing of Taylor 4804 W Second St (Hwy 79 W), Taylor

Craig & Linda Albert

Family owned and operated since 1978 All types of roofing – metal, shingles, built up, TPO

COMMERCIAL, RESIDENTIAL Roofing Contractors Association of Texas

Frank and Shirley Rogers

P: (512) 446-5844 F: (512) 446-5850 dr.trentr@yahoo.com

Wilson Tile & Stone

512-446-6680

L.I. # 15539 ~ B.P.A.T. # 10299

Income Tax Preparation and Bookkeeping Electronic Filing & Fast Refund Notary & Fax

Trent D. Rozacky, DC

134 N. Main Street Rockdale, Texas

Phone: 512-446-4620 Email: jacksonleehuff@gmail.com

Rogers Tax Service

Rozacky Chiropractic

Chris & Mary Lee Dyess

“That singing sprinkler guy”

30 Years Experience Free Estimate References Available

DYESS INSURANCE AGENCY

Automatic System Service & Installation Backflow Testing Jackson Lee Huff, owner

Interior and Exterior

Toll Free 1-800-646-4949

Monday-Saturday 7-7 Closed Sunday

Dusty Leopold

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Premier Irrigation and Landscaping

Residential or Commercial

512/446-4949

References Available

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COUNTY COURT Warranty Deeds Jose Fuentes to Pio Perez Castillo Jr. and Esperanza Mickey Castillo – Lot 15, Block 7, Terral Heights, Cameron (v. 1,211, p. 734). Aley T. Shuffield to Sheila Lassetter – 1.59 acres, John Burnhill Survey (v. 1,211, p. 772). Sharon Marie Richter to Bert Ray Richter and Paul Henry Richter – James Reed Survey (v. 1,211, p. 840). Cindy Thweatt, receiver, Julie Gayle Smith and Billy Smith Jr. to Michael L. Burleson – Lots 4-5, Block 1, A.N. Greene Addition (v. 1,212, p. 20). Gene Jones and Edna Jones to Alexander Gene Jones – T.J. Chambers Survey (v. 1,212, p. 37). Mar tin Carl G oldstein and Eileen M. Goldstein to John A. Remmert and Ruby J. Remmert – James Shields Survey A-323 (v. 1,212, p. 180). Cr aig M. S t r aw br idge and Susan M. Strawbridge aka Susam M. Strabridge to Lazy “S” Ranch Management LLC – two tracts, John Dunlap Sur vey A-140 (v. 1,212, p. 192). David Lynn and Donna Lynn to Lindsey M. Youse and Lisa E. Youse – Miguel Davila Survey A-13 (v. 1,212, p. 247). Grace Davis Last Will & Testament, Citizens National Bank fka

MILAM COUNTY COURTHOUSE RECORDS Correction Warranty Deeds 1,212, p. 79). Citizens National Bank of Milam County, trustee, Mary Keith Story James Caldwell Kallus et al to Thelma Lawson McConley to Sr., trust officer, to John H. Davis Jerry A. Kallus – James Shields Metropolitan Water Co. LP and Survey A-323 (v. 1,212, p. 162). Metropolitan Water Co. of Texas Jr. (v. 1,212, p. 297). Jerry A. Kallus to Martin C. LLC GP, Betty Carlson, vice presGoldstein and Eileen M. Goldstein ident – 37.986 acres, Fernando Warranty Deeds – James Shields Survey A-323 (v. Rodriguez Survey (v. 1,212, p. With Vendor’s Lien 84). Rebecca D. Ferrara and Joseph 1,212, p. 176). Michael Ray Rains to MetropoliFerrara to Michael C. Cargill and Quitclaim Deed tan Water Co. LP and Metropolitan Chrystal Cargill – 1.32 acres, B.R. Thompson Survey (v. 1,211, p. Lori L. Brown to State of Texas Water Co. of Texas LLC GP, Betty – 48.724 acres (v. 1,211, p. 738). Carlson, vice president – 43.9 742). acres, Fernando Rodriguez Survey Faye Bishop to Billy Charles Memorandum Leases (v. 1,212, p. 89). McKamie and Peggy Lynn McKaE. Bonorden to Met Thomas Atlan Ernest Pfluger to Metmie – 1.02 acres, William Mowdy ropolitan Water Co. LP and Metropolitan Water Co. LP and MetSurvey (v. 1,211, p. 823). Fannie Mae aka Federal Nation- ropolitan Water Co. of Texas LLC ropolitan Water Co. of Texas LLC al Mortgage Association to Kristin GP, Betty Carlson, vice president GP, Betty Carlson, vice president Schumann – 3.578 acres, Daniel – 440.841 acres, Fernando Rodri- – 449.35 acres, Fernando Rodriguez Survey (v. 1,212, p. 94). Walker Survey (v. 1,212, p. 23). guez Survey (v. 1,212, p. 74). Helen Walker to Metropolitan Milam JHS LLC, Julius H. ShootWater Co. LP and MetropoliOil and Gas Lease er, member mandager, to Natalie tan Water Co. of Texas LLC GP, Lillian S. Mar tinka to Tiger S. Sibole – David A. Thompson Betty Carlson, vice president – Stripe Resources LLC – 116.7 Survey A-398 (v. 1,212, p. 105). 40.1acres, Joel Moore Survey (v. acres, M. Davilla Survey (v. 1,211, Eric D. Weinrich and Clifton Michael Bass to Scott Stevens – Jose Justo Liendo 4 League Grant A-31 (v. 1,212, p. 254). Go Painlessly® with THERA-GESIC. Special Warranty Deeds Loren Dale Lamar Westbrook Maximum strength to Edward Elbert Westbrook and analgesic creme for William G. Westbrook – Bush and temporary relief from: Nolan Surveys (v. 1,212, p. 144). • Joint and Muscle Federal Home Loan Mortgage soreness Corp. and Chicago Title Insurance • Arthritis Co., attorney-in-fact, to Joseph • Back aches Mithcell Gay Jr. – Moses Park Survey A-293 (v. 1,212, p. 307).

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p. 858). Probate Cases Filed Jana Llana and Lisa Drummond applied for the Wilburn C. Stiles Estate – letters testamentary. DISTRICT COURT Civil Cases Filed American E xpress Bank vs. United Masonry Inc. – consumer/ commercial debt. Milam County vs. Gloria Gipson et al – tax case. Milam County vs. Frank Herrera et al – tax case. Milam County vs. Juan Llanas et al – tax case. Milam County vs. Brenda Jo Hickman et al – tax case. Milam County vs. Jorge Fuentes et al – tax case. Milam County vs. Rodolfo Najar et al – tax case. Milam County vs. Jose Manuel

Rivera et al – tax case. Milam County vs. James Garcia et al – tax case. Milam County vs. Tonya Rodgers et al – tax case. Milam County vs. Amy Tallas et al – tax case. Milam County vs. Janet Staub et al – tax case. Milam County vs. Christopher Funberg et al – tax case. Milam County vs. Imie Ledbetter et al – tax case. Milam County vs. Mary Louise Holman et al – tax case. Milam County vs. Roosevelt Anderson et al – tax case. Milam Count y vs. Kenneth Kopech et al – tax case. Milam County vs. David Boyd Jr. et al – tax case. Milam County vs. William T. Pearson IV et al – tax case. Buckholts ISD vs. Jean Stanley Adams Deceased et al – tax case.

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