October 2021

Arrests: Salvador Lopez, 27, Terrell, theft of property between $100 and $750. Dubayonne Delacro Shortridge, 37, Terrell, possession of paraphernalia.

Jack-o'-lanterns are one of many indelible symbols of Halloween. It's hard to pinpoint the precise origins of jack-o'-lanterns, but many historians trace the tradition to 19th century Ireland. In fact, this instantly recognizable staple of Halloween decor actually gets its name from an Irish folktale character named "Stingy Jack."

Texas voters can soon weigh in on potential changes to the state’s Constitution regarding religious services, eligibility requirements for judges, county infrastructure and more. Election day is Tuesday, Nov.

Jack-o'-lanterns are lit on front porches, neighborhood streets are blanketed in colorful leaves, mulled apple cider is simmering on the stove, and children are putting the finishing touches on costumes and trick-or-treating routes. It's Halloween season once again, but with COVID-19 still a part of life in 2021, how can children who are not yet vaccinated safely enjoy Halloween?

AUSTIN – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced a $290 million statewide opioid settlement agreement with Johnson & Johnson to resolve opioid-related claims. The agreement will largely track the terms of the Global Prescription Opioid Litigation Settlement Agreement that was announced July 23. According to the settlement, Johnson & Johnson has agreed to pay $29.84 million into the Qualified Settlement Fund, representing Texas’s allocation of the Global Abatement Settlement.

Kaufman County Judge Hal Richards announced Wednesday that he will not seek re-election to a second term as county judge. Richards said in a statement: “On New Year’s Day, I began to think about my plans for the future and whether or not to commit to another four years in elected office.

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) biologists say hunters can expect an exceptional 2021-22 white-tailed deer season. The statewide white-tailed deer population is estimated to be around 5.4 million deer and while it is down slightly from previous years, fawn recruitment (fawn survival rates) predictions indicate an overall robust population increase headed into the season.

The Argyle Eagles raced out to 21-0 first-quarter lead and ran away with a 56-14 victory over the Terrell Tigers on Oct. 22 at Argyle.

For many years I have found myself in a tree stand or ground blind in early October with my bow. I’ve taken some good size bucks in northern states during early bow season but here closer to home it’s usually younger bucks and does that offer close-in bow shots.

This spooky rascal lords over a front yard at Pacific and Nash near downtown Terrell. If you see this colossal skeleton coming your way on Halloween night, you’d better have some treats for him. HANK MURPHY