Thursday was the first day Democratic and Republican party candidates could file an application for a place on the primary ballot. Locally, nine Democrats and two Republicans had filed for various offices, with only two contested, so far. Full Story »
It may take months for their efforts to begin to show, but members of the El Camino Real Master Naturalist Chapter think their efforts will be worth the wait when they host the first Milam County Nature Festival next summer. Full Story »
Three family members from Thorndale are facing multiple charges, following the execution of a search warrant by the Milam County Sheriff’s Office at about midnight Nov. 24. Full Story »
Faith and the belief that his spirit lives on is what keeps the mother and sisters of JJ Urban going these days. The 24-year-old was killed Feb. 5, 2007 - beaten and stabbed 36 times in his home by someone he considered a friend, according to his mom, Lisa Condry. Full Story »
The Tree of Angels has grown from 10 to 12 feet this year - the height needed to accommodate more than 150 ornaments placed in honor of victims and survivors of violent crime. All have ties to Milam County. Full Story »
Editor’s note: Only the names of candidates who filed before the Champion’s presstime are included in this article. Any additional filings will be published weekly, as needed. Full Story »
State Representative Dan Gattis announced that he is no longer seeking election to State Senate District 5. Gattis also announced that he will serve the remainder of his House term but will not seek re-election to the House. Full Story »
Wayne Fisher, a former Yoe High School valedictorian turned highly regarded Texas trial attorney, was the featured speaker at a joint Thanksgiving luncheon hosted by the Cameron Lions and Rotarians on Monday. Full Story »
Cameron Chamber of Commerce has announced its Christmas Tour of Lights, a holiday decorating contest where participants can win money. How? First, hang those lights and put out your best yard displays. Full Story »
The Milam County Commissioners’ Court is sold on the idea of purchasing the old Dusek Pharmacy building, situated on lots 108, 110 and 112 W. 1st St. in downtown Cameron. Full Story »
Cameron police believe they stopped a scam before it occurred Friday afternoon, when they located a man wanted for theft in another county. Full Story »
Christmas decorations illuminate Berlin's main shopping streets. AP Photo/Franka Bruns
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