APRIL FOOLS DAY!
BURN BANS FOR MILAM Has Been Lifted!
(MILAM) Milam County Sheriffs office booked 1 into the jail
Darron Knight Jail count 121 2 in Bell County
(MILAM COUNTY) Texas Department of Public Safety troopers confirm they are investigating a fatality crash that occurred Monday evening.
According to the Milam County Sheriff’s Office, the wreck involved two vehicles, and the highway was closed around 4:40pm p.m. SH 36 mm 528 near Milam / Burleson County line.
Texas DPS Troopers were notified of a multi-car crash involving a truck tractor semi-trailer. An unknown model Ford sedan, operated by a 43-year-old Clint McCaffety of Temple, Texas, was stopped at the direction of a flagger for construction in the westbound traffic lane. A 2015 Kia SUV, operated by a 45-year-old female from Fort Bend, Texas, was stopped behind the Ford. A 2025 Freightliner truck tractor, operated by a 26-year-old male from Bellmead, Texas, was approaching the two stopped vehicles. For reasons unknown, the driver of the truck tractor semi-trailer failed to control speed and collided with the two vehicles. The Kia was pushed into the ditch and rolled over. The female driver of the Kia was transported to Scott and White in Temple, Texas for treatment. McCaffety along with his two passengers died as a result of the collision. A 16-year-old male and 39-year-old passenger identified as Meghan Nicole McCaffety, of Temple, Texas were pronounced deceased on scene. The crash investigation is active and currently open. For a completed copy of the crash go to Texas.gov. Next of kin have been notified.
Texas DPS would like to remind drivers to always give your undivided attention when driving. Be aware in construction and work zones for unexpected delays.
(MILAM) Authorities continue to investigate what turned out to be a bomb hoax this morning.
The Milam County Sheriff’s Office responded just after 7:20AM today, April 1st, following a phone
call to Rockdale Police Department regarding a bomb threat to Rockdale High School.
Out of an abundance of caution, Rockdale Independent School District administrators had students and
staff sent to an alternate location. Deputies then conducted a thorough search of the entire
campus using bomb sniffing dogs. That search turned up nothing and it was deemed there was no
credible threat to students or staff. Texas Department of Public Safety began a trace of the number
used by the caller, which was found to not be in the area. The scene was cleared in about 2 hours
and students were allowed to return to campus. Sheriff Mike Clore reminds the public that though
this is April Fools’ Day, this type of threat or hoax is a felony. Deputies and our state and federal
partners will continue to investigate and locate the person behind this hoax. Also responding and
assisting at the scene were Rockdale Police, DPS, and Rockdale Volunteer Fire Department.
(ROCKDALE) Rockdale Police Department weekly report officers responded to 258 calls for service 98 were 911.
(MILAM) Milam County Sheriff weekly report officers had 169 call for service and had 91 traffic stops.
(MILAM) Milam County Appraisal District office will be closed Thursday April 3rd for staff training.
(CAMERON) KMIL School Superintendent report this morning, Cameron School Superintendent Kevin Sprinkles announced he advised the School board this week he will be retiring at the end of the school year. He will be ending his career in Cameron after 31 years of service to multiple school districts, schools and communities and will be working until June 30.
Cameron ISD praised Sprinkles’ work ethic over six years while overseeing the district and developing optimal education experiences for all its students.
The Board of Trustees expressed appreciation for Sprinkles’ hard work, leadership and determination.
“On behalf of the entire District, the Board of Trustees expresses its sincere appreciation to Mr. Sprinkles for his efforts while serving as Superintendent of this school district and its students, parent, and administrators, and for the many achievements and accomplishments of the entire District team during Mr. Sprinkles tenure as Superintendent,” Cameron ISD wrote in the joint statement.
Board President Dr. Isiah Logan described Cameron ISD superintendent’s retirement as “well-earned.”
“He has worked tirelessly and diligently, and I know that is a retirement well-earned. Thank you for your work, not only here at Cameron ISD but public education as a whole. Thoughts, prayers, and well wishes to you and your family in this next phase of your life,” Logan said.
To see the full statement, including the full quote from the Cameron ISD Board President, you can click here or visit Cameron Independent School District Facebook page.
(MILANO) Thursday Rainwater Harvesting 101 classes—free and open to the public!
Presented in partnership with Texas A&M AgriLife, this class covers the basics of designing, installing, and maintaining a rainwater catchment system for your home or property. Completing this class makes you eligible to apply for up to $5,000 through Post Oak Savannah GCD’s Rainwater Harvesting Grant Program.
Rainwater Harvesting 101 Thursday, April 3 | 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Post Oak Savannah GCD Office, 310 Avenue C, Milano, TX 76556
Register here: https://posgcd.org/event/rwh-2504/
(CAMERON) FREE Tax Preparation at Yoe High School conducted by our VITA certified students – for individuals who make under $60,000 a year.
At-Large Representative (open to all residents) Local Business Representative (for business owners or reps)
April 5 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Cameron’s Spring Market & Artisan Fair – April 5, 2025! 
With the Cameron Train Show happening at the same time, this event is set to be buzzing with eager shoppers. Don’t miss out!(CAMERON) Annual Golf Tournament Milam County Aggie Moms Club, Saturday April 5, 2025
Prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place, closest to pin, longest drive Contact John Mendoza 254-482-0659 Contact Jenny Mathis 317-460-2056 Contact Cynthia Gonzalez 512-629-0756
(ROSEBUD-LOTT) Annual fundraiser Cake Auction Concert is coming up! This is one of our most popular events. Not only do you get to hear some wonderful tunes by the Cougar Band, but you also have an opportunity to take home delicious goodies! Monday April 7th at 6:30pm All proceeds will go the the Cougar Band.
(MILANO) The Texas Water Code and Section 2001.052 of the Texas Government Code that the Board of Directors of the Post Oak Savannah Groundwater Conservation District (“District”) will conduct a final hearing on consideration of a final proposal for decision in the matter of State Office of Administrative Hearings Docket No. 965-23- 1218 and 965-23-21219; Application by SLR Property I, LP for a new 9,000 Acre-Foot Per Year Simsboro and Hooper Drilling and Operating Permit and Application by SLR Property I, LP for a New 15,000 Acre-Foot Per Year Simsboro Operating Permit. Tuesday, April 8, 2025 | 5:30 PM 310 East Avenue C, Milano, TX 76556
(CAMERON) The TXDOT Bryan District is hosting a car seat and booster seat inspection event, Thursday, April 10, 2025, from 3pm – 5:30pm. Child Passenger Safety Technicians will provide education on proper usage and installation of car seats, along with inspection of the families’ current seats. The event will be held at the Milam County Maintenance Office, located at 3303 North Travis, Cameron, Texas 76520. Please call (979) 402-4785 to schedule an appointment. Children must be present.
(CALDWELL) Friday, April 11, 2025 – 2:00 – 4:00 PM – The Texas Czech Genealogical Society (TCGS) Czech Gift Shop will be open to the public at the Caldwell Civic Center, 103 Highway 21 W. Everyone is invited to come and shop for unique gifts, from the extensive collection of exquisite and interesting items including a huge array of Czech crystal, Bohemian glass, jewelry, textiles, children’s toys, many genealogy books, and much more.
There is no entrance fee.
TCGS will have a full day genealogy conference on Saturday April 12th, including a catered lunch at the Caldwell Civic Center. See www.txczgs.org for registration information. Everyone is invited to attend. You do not
have to be a TCGS member or of Czech heritage to attend.
(ROSEBUD) Hwy 77 cafe’s 3rd annual car show!! Sat, 24 May, 2025 at 10:00 am $10 entry fee, family friendly event music, entertainment, food. Awards for the Best Late model, truck, classic, hot rod, import, rusty but trusty, Top Veterans award and Hwy 77’s favorite. Memorial day weekend for information 254-583-4444.
Near Chilton on Highway 77 the Bridge Closed due to repairs. Scheduled to be finished 4pm April 30 , according to Drivtexas.org web site.
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