Man threatens to shoot boys

Burleson County sheriff’s deputies are investigating a case in which a man threatened to shoot a neighbor’s boys on Thursday, July 30, on County Road 144.

Fire erupts from propane tank

Caldwell volunteer firefighters responded to a propane tank fire on Saturday night, Aug. 1, off State Highway 21 East that burned out by the time firefighters arrived.No injuries or property damage occurred, and no firefighting was needed, said Caldwell Fire Chief Harry Bowers.

Solid Ground

Our culture has failed us because it’s not based on GodOur culture has failed us because it’s a secular culture -- one that has reduced everything to a thing or a function. Generally, at least at first, people are delighted to find themselves living in this culture.

Scotty’s House offers child abuse prevention, education

Scotty’s House, a children’s advocacy center serving the Brazos Valley and surrounding areas, would like Burleson County residents to know about the services it has to offer.

AREA CHILDREN ENJOYED WATERSLIDES

AREA CHILDREN ENJOYED WATERSLIDES and other fun activities at the Harrie P. Woodson Memorial Library’s end of summer water party at J.E. Hejl Park at Davidson Creek.BOOTHS WITH FOOD AND GAMES were on hand at the Harrie P. Woodson Memorial Library’s end of summer water party.

CISD to provide free, reduced meals for children

Caldwell ISD announced its policy for providing free and reduced-price meals for children served under the attached current income eligibility guidelines.Each school/site or the central office has a copy of the policy, which may be reviewed by anyone on request.

Snook ISD to provide free, reduced meals for children

Snook ISD announced its policy for providing free and reduced-price meals for children served under the current income eligibility guidelines.Each school/site or the central office has a copy of the policy, which may be reviewed by anyone on request.

SISD to provide free, reduced meals for children

Somerville Independent School District announced its policy for providing free and reduced-price meals for children served under the attached current income eligibility guidelines.Each school/site or the central office has a copy of the policy, which may be reviewed by anyone on request.StartingAug.

Central Texas VA Commission receives $233k for transportation

The Department of Veterans Affairs has awarded $233,000 to Texas Veterans Commission to assist local Veterans with transportation needs.

Cyanobacteria management focus of Aug. 18 webinar

Learn how to manage and identify harmful cyanobacteria blooms during an Aug. 18 Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service webinar, “Management of Cyanobacteria Blooms to Protect Your Fish and Livestock.”The event will take place from 6-7:30 p.m. and is a part of the agency’s AquaExtension Series.