September 2021

Columbia College of Missouri recently announced its dean's list for the Summer Semester (May-August, 2021). To be named to the dean's list, a student must have completed 12 semester hours in a 16-week period and achieved a minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0-point scale.

Arrests: Shelby Donelle Wright, 28, Terrell, theft of property >=$100<$750 Ashley Nicole Hester, 35, Bonham, assault threats FV, no drivers license, failure to maintain financial responsibility, possession of alcoholic beverage in motor vehicle, possession of drug paraphernalia, theft, assault contact FV Robert Windell Lyles, 69, Haltom City, theft of property >=$30K<$150K, theft over $25,000, unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, felony theft, illegal possession of stolen things Shirley Leeann Gregory, 45, Grand Saline, driving while intoxicated – 2nd Walker Creee Killian, 24, Terrell, possession of a controlled substance PG <1G Bobby Ray Stutts, 58, Terrell, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon Alfredo Cuevas Hernandez, 27, Terrell, driving while intoxicated BAC >=0.15 Unterious Lashae Hickmon, 48, Terrell, assault – simple, disorderly conduct offensive language, assault causing bodily injury Mark Anthony Kennedy, 49, Terrell, burglary of a building Jasmine Crystal Samarripa, 34, Terrell, failure to maintain financial responsibility, failure to attend school Terrence Anthony Jones, 34, Terrell, manufacture/delivery of a controlled substance PG2 or PG2A >=4G<400G, possession of marijuana <=5 lbs. > 4 oz., failure to maintain financial responsibility, no drivers license Benjamin Ross Tucker, 56, Terrell, burglary of a habitation Incidents: Welfare Concern: Aug.

I am an observer of humans and human nature. I have long found people fascinating and in the past, one of my favorite places to watch people was at a horse racing track, where betting was allowed. Throughout the course of the day, one can observe elation, desperation, anxiety, apprehension, resignation and occasionally, satisfaction. That is because a day at the racetrack involves money, winning and losing.

The North East Texas Regional Mobility Authority (NET RMA) gave back to the East Texas region by providing funds to Kaufman County in the amount of $77,817 for intersection improvements at SH 243/FM 2727.

The Terrell Chamber of Commerce / CVB, in conjunction with the Number 1 British Flying Training School, held its annual Fourth of July celebration at a new location this year – the Terrell Municipal Airport.

Celebrate the season and the sense of community created by the fall decorations in Terrell’s Historic Downtown district. On Friday, October 1 and Saturday, October 2 our small businesses will have special sales and giveaway drawings. This will be a great opportunity to support these small businesses and stock up on some holiday gifts! Keep an eye on the Historic Downtown Terrell and Terrell Chamber of Commerce Facebook pages for updates on this event.

On July 18, Terrell had the privilege of welcoming The Ability Experience Journey of Hope, which consists of a terrific group of young men who are cycling coast to coast to raise money and awareness for those with disabilities.

There won’t be a shortage of candy, fun and frights this Halloween in Terrell America. The annual downtown trick-or-treat will take place on Friday, October 29 from 5:00 - 7:30 PM, during which downtown businesses will pass out candy to children. Several of the local churches will also be hosting trunk-ortreat events.

For the fourth consecutive year, the Commissioners’ Court voted to lower the property tax rate and approved the 2021-‘22 Fiscal Year Budget at their regular meeting on Tuesday, August 24, 2021. The tax rate was lowered by 8.67 percent from .504957 to .461171 per $100 valuation.

The Fifth District Court of Appeals has ruled in favor of the city of Terrell, affirming their right to proceed with entryway protection during this high growth time. In August of 2019, City of Terrell annexation proceedings were delayed when a Kaufman County Court at Law issued a temporary restraining injunction on behalf of property owners who challenged the city’s process.