June 2022

June 10-11: The Wills Point Police Department will host its annual Back the Blue Benefit at Jack Lester Park. Participants in the Outlaw BBQ Association sanctioned cook-off that will begin preparations June 10 with cook’s choice dishes due by y 7:30 p.m. Turn in times for the following day will be as follows: jackpot beans, noon; chicken, 1 p.m.; pork spareribs, 2 p.m.; and brisket, 3 p.m. Awards announcements for the cook-off and trophy presentations will take place beginning at 4 p.m. Kids will have plenty to do throughout the day June 11 with bounce houses, sling shots, tug of war, kites, water balloons and more at the ready for them to enjoy. Other attractions at the daylong event will include a silent auction, K9 presentation featuring local handlers and a hometown car show.

Average gasoline prices in Texas have risen 33.7 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.56/g June 6, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 13,114 stations in Texas. Prices in Texas are 61.1 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand $1.84/g higher than a year ago. The price of diesel has risen 11.5 cents nationally in the past week and stands at $5.62 per gallon. According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Texas was priced at $3.99/g yesterday while the most expensive was $5.69/g, a difference of $1.70/g. The lowest price in the state yesterday was $3.99/g while the highest was $5.69/g, a difference of $1.70/g.

United Church of God in Christ, located at 901 South Hattie in Terrell, has announced that it will once again host its annual Community Outreach Day June 18 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

United Methodist Evangelist Mark Winter of One Man Show Ministries will be at First United Methodist Church of Terrell to present Play Ball, a humorous monologue with a message. Based on events in John 1:44-51, Play Ball updates the story of the disciple Nathaniel who wonders if “anything good can come out of Nazareth.” However, this sketch isn’t set in 1st century Israel, but in modern-day Texas—and Nathaniel becomes Nate, a Texas Rangers fan who realizes he needs to get into the game! Worship begins at 10:50 a.m.

The North Texas Antique Tractor and Engine Club will roll out the red carpet at Ben Gill Park this weekend, welcoming the public to its annual summer showcase event June 11-12. This year’s event will include a full slate of events including small engine displays, a tractor parade, a tractor display, a kiddie obstacle course, pedal tractors, antique tractor pulls, a blacksmith demonstration, stationary hay baling and knife and scissor sharpening.

The baton of leadership was passed from Dr. Tracie Pritchett to Aleix Santiago at the Dr. Bruce Wood Elementary staff meeting on Friday, May 27, 2022. Dr. Pritchett, who has served as the Principal for Dr. Bruce Wood Elementary since 2017 will transition into the role of Director of GLA/Coordinator of Advanced Academics K-8 in the 2022-‘23 school year. “As we work to continue grow-ing our advanced academic programming and provide more choice opportunities for families in Terrell, we are excited that Dr. Pritchett has stepped up to take on this new leadership role,” said Dr. Georgeanne Warnock, Superintendent of Schools.

The Terrell Volunteer Fire Department conducted a unique operation June 1, rescuing a puppy that had fallen into a septic tank at a residence along County Road 301. According to the TVFD account of the incident, firefighters were dispatched shortly after 6 p.m. after receiving a call from a worried homeowner.

The Kaufman County Commissioners Court wrapped up its monthly business May 31, tackling an agenda heavy on bookkeeping items. County Judge Hal Richards opened Tuesday’s meeting on a somber note, recognizing the May 26 passing of Kaufman County Tax Assessor-Collector Brenda Samples.

The Terrell High School Class of 2022 made the transition from students to graduates May 27, participating in commencement exercises at Memorial Stadium. The senior class, led by Valedictorian Jayla Thomas, Salutatorian Karla Landa Perez, and other honor and high honor graduates, began filing their way around the track and onto the field shortly before 8 p.m. to the traditional playing of “Pomp and Circumstance” as family members, friends and TISD staffers cheered their every step.

Volunteers gathered Sunday to place flags on the graves of fallen heroes at Oakland Cemetery in Terrell. Patty Yocum heads up the event every year. Organizations and local volunteers place a flag on every veteran’s grave. If you or your organization would like to help next year, contact Patty at 214-766-6922 for details. Courtesy photos