June 2022

June 10-11: The Wills Point Police Department will host its annual Back the Blue Benefit at Jack Lester Park.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.