Sears joins American Angus Association

Caldwell’s Haley Sears is a new junior member of the American Angus Association, reports Mark McCully, CEO of the national organization.

Area Early Voting Locations

Early Voting begins April 22 for the May 3 elections. Here are the locations and times for early voting: * City of Caldwell: votes at the Burleson County Courthouse.- 4/22 through 4/25: 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. - 4/28 through 4/29: 8 a.m. until 5 p.m.

Poultry expert shares tips for backyard chickens

With the rising cost of eggs, more people may be considering raising backyard chickens for fresh, homegrown eggs. However, caring for a flock requires more than just setting up a coop.Greg Archer, Ph.D.

Put down the phone, save a life

Maria Espinoza of Irving never imagined a routine walk to school in 2011 with her 6-year-old son Misael Rico would turn into a life-altering tragedy.But in an instant, a distracted driver jumped the curb, striking her son and trapping him beneath the vehicle.

Preparation for the ELC July 3rd Celebration is has begun

The Elizabeth Lutheran Church July 3rd annual celebration and fireworks display preparation is underway.This year the big event will be held on Thursday, July 3rd, and the event’s committee members are working on the details to deliver a great celebration.

CORRECTION

In last week’s edition, The Tribune mistakenly attributed the spay/neuter clinic for feral cats to Haven Animal Rescue of Texas (HART) when in actuality the event was sponsored by Project SNIP of Burleson County.

Caldwell to consider approval for zoning

The Caldwell City Council was scheduled to hold a public hearing on the final report for a zoning ordinance and map and to consider adoption at a Tuesday, April 15, meeting.

County sales tax revenues show increase in April

Sales tax revenues showed an increase for April 2025 from April 2024 for Burleson County in Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar’s latest monthly report.And, the cities of Snook and Somerville also showed modest increases, according to the comptroller.

Once Upon a time ...In Burleson County

The Burleson County Ledger and News-Chronicle from 1914...111 Years Ago Caldwell To Have Base Ball Park There is some talk of having a base ball park for the ball team, which is one of the very best amateur teams in this part of Texas.

SISD continues to inform public about May bond

During last week’s Somerville School Board meeting, SISD Superintendent Eric Holton told the board the district is making “considerable efforts to inform people about the facts” about the May 3 bond.On Feb.