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TCOLE has revoked Buckholts Police Department's authority to make appointments
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk Toni Marie , as published by FOX 44 News (KWKT)
· August 1, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The Milam County Sheriff's Office received notification of this decision on July 31, 2026.
In Milam County, a significant development has occurred regarding the Buckholts Police Department. The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement has taken action against the department. The Milam County Sheriff's Office received notification of this decision on July 31, 2026.
As a result of the action, the Buckholts Police Department is no longer able to make appointments. Further details on this situation are available from the source, including the implications of this decision for the department's ability to hire and commission personnel.
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Category: safety Published: August 1, 2026 Source: FOX 44 News (KWKT) Reading time: 1 min
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