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OFFICERS AND MEMBERS OF KJT Society #100, along with members of St. Mary’s Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, celebrated Flag Day with the signing of a proclamation signed by Mayor John Rychlik. The KJT, Czech Catholic Union of Texas, encourages it’s members to recognize Flag Day each year in various ways. Society #100 appreciates the City of Caldwell and Mayor Rychlik for their cooperation with this project. Photo courtesy of Donna Rychlik

OFFICERS AND MEMBERS OF KJT Society #100, along with members of St. Mary’s Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, celebrated Flag Day with the signing of a proclamation signed by Mayor John Rychlik. The KJT, Czech Catholic Union of Texas, encourages it’s members to recognize Flag Day each year in various ways. Society #100 appreciates the City of Caldwell and Mayor Rychlik for their cooperation with this project. Photo courtesy of Donna Rychlik

Summer socializing

News Staff
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
What dog owners should know about kennel cough Meeting new furry friends in shared spaces promises wagging tails, zoomies, and all-around excitement.But an outing alongside other dogs may also expose pets to an array of contagious respiratory infections commonly referred to as kennel cough.Dr.
SOMERVILLE CITY HALL recently received cookies from the Order of the Eastern Star as appreciation for all that the city does. The cookies were shared with all employees of the city and were very appreciated. Pictured are Marty Mangum, Interim City Administrator, Deb Healy, Code Enforcement and Gayla Townsend, of the Order of the Eastern Star. Photo courtesy of Kathy Pollock, City of Somerville

SOMERVILLE CITY HALL recently received cookies from the Order of the Eastern Star as appreciation for all that the city does. The cookies were shared with all employees of the city and were very appreciated. Pictured are Marty Mangum, Interim City Administrator, Deb Healy, Code Enforcement and Gayla Townsend, of the Order of the Eastern Star. Photo courtesy of Kathy Pollock, City of Somerville

POSGCD plans Summit around residents’ questions

News Staff
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Post Oak Savannah Groundwater Conservation District will host its 12th Annual Groundwater Summit on Thursday, Aug. 6, from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. at the Caldwell Civic Center.
CALDWELL BURLESON COUNTY Lions were recognized and received plaques for outstanding service to the Club: Ken Wiltz, Club President for two years, and Kathy Cornett, Club Events Chair for four years. Also, Jack Wiech awards were presented to Margaret and Bemie Polansky at the Texas Lions Camp. Photo courtesy of Adrien Drouilhet

CALDWELL BURLESON COUNTY Lions were recognized and received plaques for outstanding service to the Club: Ken Wiltz, Club President for two years, and Kathy Cornett, Club Events Chair for four years. Also, Jack Wiech awards were presented to Margaret and Bemie Polansky at the Texas Lions Camp. Photo courtesy of Adrien Drouilhet

CALDWELL BURLESON COUNTY Lions

News Staff
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
CALDWELL BURLESON COUNTY Lions were recognized and received plaques for outstanding service to the Club: Ken Wiltz, Club President for two years, and Kathy Cornett, Club Events Chair for four years. Also, Jack Wiech awards were presented to Margaret and Bemie Polansky at the Texas Lions Camp.
EVERYONE LOVED the fiddle during Texas Unlimited Band’s performance at Main Street Caldwell’s “Summer Concert Series.” Tribune photo by Denise Squier

EVERYONE LOVED the fiddle during Texas Unlimited Band’s performance at Main Street Caldwell’s “Summer Concert Series.” Tribune photo by Denise Squier

EVERYONE LOVED

News Staff
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
EVERYONE LOVED the fiddle during Texas Unlimited Band’s performance at Main Street Caldwell’s “Summer Concert Series.”TEXAS UNLIMITED BAND, or lovingly called “TUB,” brought the summer vibe to Main Street Caldwell’s “Summer Concert Series” last Saturday in downtown Caldwell.

Caldwell considers purchase of land

Roy Sanders
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
The Caldwell City Council was to meet on Tuesday, June 16, in executive session to consider the value and possible purchase of 10.33 acres of land at State Highway 36 South.
THIS CAR STALLED while crossing flood water near Cade Lakes on Monday.

THIS CAR STALLED while crossing flood water near Cade Lakes on Monday.

Heavy rain causes flooding across county

Roy Sanders & Denise Squier
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Way too much rain too fast...With reports of rainfall nearing a foot from Sunday evening into Monday morning, Burleson County experienced flooding across the county, prompting several water rescues involving different emergency responding agencies.
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