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Theft of calves investigated

News Staff

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Burleson County sheriff ’s deputies are investigating the theft of multiple calves reported missing last Friday, June 26, off F.M. 1361.Burleson County Sheriff Bill Rios said the owner reported 1014 calves with red ear tags missing at 10:27 a.m. on Friday.

Money stolen from woman’s account in scam

News Staff

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

A Burleson County woman was recently scammed out of $7,681.93 by a man claiming to be from her bank.Burleson County Sheriff Bill Rios said the woman, who lives on County Road 364, got a call on June 12 from a man claiming to be from her bank, who already had all of her private bank information.

Man charged in livestock theft

News Staff

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

A Caldwell area man was arrested on Wednesday, June 24, on a felony theft of livestock charge in connection with possession of a nearby property owner’s cow.Henry Joe Lawrence Smith, 88, was charged and is now free on $5,000 bond, according to the Burleson County Sheriff’s Office.

Austin man charged in drug possession case

News Staff

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

A Caldwell police officer arrested an Austin man early Sunday morning, June 28, on a felony drug charge following a traffic stop on State Highway 21.Melvin Lee Brooks, Jr.

Woman charged in violating bond, protective order

News Staff

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

A Somerville area woman was arrested on Friday, June 26, on charges of violating bond/a protective order twice within 12 months.Daelynda Josonja Rios, 33, was charged and is now free on $20,000 bond, according to the Burleson County Sheriff’s Office.

THIS PASTURE WAS burned on Friday afternoon, June 26, off County Road 283. Cooks Point and Caldwell firefighters responded. Photo courtesy of Caldwell VFD

Grass fire halted off of CR 283

News Staff

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Cooks Point and Caldwell volunteer firefighters responded on Friday afternoon, June 26, to a grass fire on County Road 283 that burned about 5 acres but was contained with no structural damage The fire was toned just after noon on Ben Novosad’s property, where the wind caught a controlled brush...

WHAT AMERICA MEANS TO ME...

Daniel Cross

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

“To me, America is about freedom, opportunity, and the ability to build a better future through hard work and determination, on a foundation of faith. It’s a country where people can pursue their dreams, support their families, and make a positive impact in their communities.

AREA JULY 4TH CELEBRATIONS

News Staff

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Burleson County residents have several opportunities to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary (the Semiquincentennial) of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.* The Elizabeth Lutheran Church is holding its annual July 3 Celebration beginning at 6 p.m.

WHAT AMERICA MEANS TO ME...

John Rychlik

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

I once read that America is more than a country— that it is an idea, a dream, an opportunity. I did not fully understand the depth of that statement until I moved away and began living and working in other countries. As a nation, we are by no means perfect.

WHAT AMERICA MEANS TO ME...

Aaron Flencher

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

To me, America is a sense of freedom. Living in Burleson County my entire life, my view of this country is shaped by open pastures, hard work, and a sense of community. America is about neighbors helping neighbors, quiet resilience, and an understanding that our freedom comes with responsibility.

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