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Tips for dealing with damage after flooding

News Staff
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Severe storms swept through Central Texas last week, triggering flash floods, power outages and widespread road closures. As floodwaters recede, immediate action is important to minimize property damage and prevent health hazards such as mold and mildew.
BILL RIOS is sworn in as Burleson County Sheriff by County Judge Keith Schroeder on Tuesday, June 10, at the courthouse.

BILL RIOS is sworn in as Burleson County Sheriff by County Judge Keith Schroeder on Tuesday, June 10, at the courthouse.

Commissioners select Rios as county sheriff

Roy Sanders
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Bill Rios, who has served as chief deputy for the Burleson County Sheriff ’s Office for the past two years, has been appointed sheriff, succeeding Gene Hermes who died on May 31.
SHERIFF GENE HERMES is carried from the Burleson County Cowboy Church to his burial at Providence Baptist Church. Local residents also paid tribute along the route past the Burleson County Courthouse and past the sheriff’s office on State Highway 21 East. Tribune photo by Roy Sanders

SHERIFF GENE HERMES is carried from the Burleson County Cowboy Church to his burial at Providence Baptist Church. Local residents also paid tribute along the route past the Burleson County Courthouse and past the sheriff’s office on State Highway 21 East. Tribune photo by Roy Sanders

Sheriff Hermes recalled, honored at funeral

News Staff
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Gene Hermes made a deep connection with Burleson County residents, and his Friday, June 6, funeral proved their appreciation.
STATE SEN. LOIS Kolkhorst presents this flag to Aaron Flencher of Citizens State Bank.

STATE SEN. LOIS Kolkhorst presents this flag to Aaron Flencher of Citizens State Bank.

Citizens State Bank holds 100th anniversary party

News Staff
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Citizens State Bank formally celebrated 100 years at a special Friday, June 6, ceremony -- marking a milestone in community banking and local service as one of Burleson County’s most enduring businesses.

Lions Club golf tournament

News Staff
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
The Caldwell Men’s Lions Club will be holding its annual golf tournament on June 14, beginning at 8 a.m. with a shotgun start.The fee is $125 per person, which includes 18 holes of golf, two mulligans and soft drinks and lunch.
FIREFIGHTERS RESPOND to the scene of this Friday, June 6, accident off State Highway 36 South. The driver was flown from the scene to Baylor Scott&White Hospital in Temple.

FIREFIGHTERS RESPOND to the scene of this Friday, June 6, accident off State Highway 36 South. The driver was flown from the scene to Baylor Scott&White Hospital in Temple.

FIREFIGHTERS RESPOND

News Staff
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
FIREFIGHTERS RESPOND to the scene of this Friday, June 6, accident off State Highway 36 South. The driver was flown from the scene to Baylor Scott&White Hospital in Temple.
Little League All-Star Round-up

Little League All-Star Round-up

Little League All-Star Round-up

News Staff
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Little League Texas East District 13 All-Star Tournaments have begun.See this week’s Sports Page for the first “round-up” of play.
Daddy Daughter Dance

Daddy Daughter Dance

Daddy Daughter Dance

News Staff
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
The Burleson County Chamber of Commerce held its annual Daddy Daughter Dance last Saturday at the Caldwell Civic Center.See inside for more photos from the event.

Democratic Party rally

News Staff
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
The Burleson County Democrats are sponsoring a “No Kings Rally” this Saturday, June 14, from 10 a.m. until noon at the Burleson County Courthouse in Caldwell.Attendees are to park in the Citizens State Bank parking lot to meet and walk to the square at 10 a.m.

Food pantry

News Staff
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
In God’s Hands Ministry will be open Saturday, June 14, from 10 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.
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