KILGORE, Texas — Kilgore Mayor Ronnie Spradlin on Thursday honored a beloved bird by making him an official resident of the city.

After the rooster, known as the "Kilgore Rooster," was recently taken, Spradlin celebrated the icon by labeling Aug. 14, 2025, as Kilgore Rooster Day. Spradlin said the bird represents Kilgore's spirit resilience and unique charm.

He was named an official citizen with all the rights and privileges.

The rooster was kidnapped Wednesday, and Kilgore citizen quickly got a picture of the kidnapper's work truck.

"The vehicle was posted on the Roosters FB page, and y'all went to work calling the business. The culprit had put him in a box and was supposedly going to take him home at some point. All of your phone calls to the business were successful. His boss told h

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