Burleson County Grand Jury returns 8 felony indictments

The Burleson County Grand Jury met in regular session on Thursday, Sept. 5, and returned eight felony indictments.Only the names of those arrested are released and include: * Einsling Javie Madera-Manteira, 35, of Houston; unlawful use of criminal instrument -- third degree felony.

Shot fired at car along F.M. 50

Someone fired a gun at a motorist early Sunday, Sept. 15, on F.M. 50 between F.M. 60 and F.M. 166.One vehicle was possibly hit, but no one was injured or killed, said Burleson County Sheriff’s Lt. Joey Garza.

Public input sought on creating Snook PD

The Snook City Council will seek public input at their 5:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 23, monthly meeting on whether to establish a police department.This will be for discussion only with no action taken by the council.The council has discussed the issue at length in recent months.At an Aug.

Cade Lake house burns down, foul play possible

A small, frame home burned down quickly on Sunday morning, Sept. 15, on Pecan Drive at Cade Lake, and firefighters believe there could be foul play.The fire was toned by Burleson County sheriff’s dispatch at about 10:20 a.m.

Somerville OKs $4.1M budget, 67.6 cent tax rate

The Somerville City Council has approved a 67.695 cent tax rate for 2024-25, the same as last year, and a $4,137,395 budget at their Tuesday, Sept. 10, meeting.The council formally approved an ordinance for the tax rate after an Aug.

VFW Auxiliary announces deadline for essay contests

VFW Auxiliary Post #4458 is currently accepting Voice of Democracy and Patriot’s Pen contest entries.The deadline to enter is midnight, Oct. 31.This year’s Voice of Democracy audio-essay contest theme is “Is America Today Our Forefathers’ Vision?

Deputies investigate car, truck rig crash on SH 36

Many people would love to be rich enough to be able to afford servants -- to have people to do their every bidding.Even those who aren’t among the rich and famous often have enough money to hire people to clean their house or do yard work.

Caldwell addressing loose, dangerous dogs issue

Dogs running loose in Caldwell in violation of the city’s animal control ordinance is becoming a problem, and the city is urging local residents to keep them under proper control.

Kolache eating contest draws hungry chompers!

The Annual Kolache Festival Eating Contest was another crowd favorite this year with participants gulping them down as fast as possible, trying not to laugh or choke.The contest is a highlight of the festival with friends and family cheering their participants on.“Faster, faster!

Phil Perry Memorial Car Show draws 82 entries

The 2024 Phil Perry Memorial Car Show was again a big success at the Kolache Festival with 82 entries and numerous awards presented.The Phil Perry Memorial Award was presented to Ryan Brhlik of Caldwell with a 1967 Silver Chevelle Super Sport.