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Boniello bond now $3-million
CAMERON—Bond for a 31-year-old Rockdale resident facing a capital murder trial for the killing of a 20-monthold girl at an East Rockdale residence, has been increased to $3-million in advance of a pre-trial hearing, now scheduled for Thursday, March 5, according to Prosecutor Bill Torrey.
At the summit
Speakers at Friday’s Economic Summit at the Kay Theatre included: from left, Sushil Shetty, consultant-instructor; Karen Martinka, Reynolds Consumer Products (Hefty Trash Bags); and Courtney Cox, Texas State Technical Institute. Dr. John M. Weed III, president of the Rockdale Municipal Development District (MDD) said a 200 percent increase in sales tax receipts over the past year is a direct result of new businesses spending locally.
SPECIAL MOMENT
moment when the past year’s “topgun”—highest score at firing range—was announced. Winner was Ofc. Dillian Ford (R), grandson of Police Chief Thomas Harris. Offering congratulations were (L-R) Harris, City Council Member Michelle Larkin and City Manager Chris Whittaker. For more banquet photos and coverage see page 6C.