April 2021

The registration deadline is approaching for the fourth annual Jake C. Wilson Memorial Bass Tournament, which will take place May 1 at Minnow Bucket Marina on Lake Fork.

Smoke from the coals wafts over the BBQ pit at the Terrell Jubilee Texas State Championship Barbecue Cook-off. The carnival rides by Talley Amusements provided a ton of thrills.

Republican lawmakers in Texas are pushing to enact substantial changes to state voting laws, which include new restrictions on how and when voters can cast ballots. Senate Bill 7, a legislative priority for Lt.

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said early this week that the state Senate did not have enough votes to pass legislation that would allow the carry of handguns without a permit. Patrick, however, said he would try to advance the legislation if he sees a path forward.

Early voting is under way at the Terrell Sub-courthouse, 408 East College St., in the race for District 4 Terrell City Council and the Terrell ISD school board. The school board ballot includes two candidates running for Place 3, Tonya Derrick and Pat Martin.

TISD Supt. Dr. Georgeanne Warnock on Monday joined a growing chorus of Texas public school officials who want the state of Texas to release billions of federal stimulus funds to the intended recipients – public schools.

Terrell Tigers head football coach Marvin Sedberry Jr. has been elevated as Terrell ISD Athletic Director, the district announced Tuesday.

Wife Barbara Willie and son Gilbert Willie Jr. recently visited Gilbert Willie Sr. Elementary School and were photographed in front of a permanent tribute at the main lobby that commemorate the life and legacy of Gilbert Willie Sr.

Mayor Rick Carmona on Tuesday evening read a proclamation recognizing Child Abuse Prevention Month, and the City Council recognized several people who are on the frontlines of efforts to prevent abuse.

Mayor Rick Carmona, left, read a proclamation honoring the original Terrell Tigerettes team from 1951- 52 as honored guests at the Tigerettes Spring Show on April 16 at the Jamie Foxx Performing Arts Center.