July 2022

County flood map finalized

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New flood maps have been finalized and will become effective on Jan. 12, 2023, for Kaufman County, Texas. During the next six months, a FEMA compliance specialist will work with the community to update each floodplain ordinance and adopt these new flood maps.

POLICE BLOTTER

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Terrell police made the following arrests and responded to the following incidents from July 6 to July 12: Arrests: Erick Alcaraz-Rangel, Terrell, 25, no drivers license Kiton Deoshay Martell Gaylor, Dallas, 27, engaging in organized criminal activity; theft of property >=$2,500<$30k Shadonna Renee Gladney, Terrell, 44, disorderly conduct – fighting; theft <$100; theft of property <$2,500 with two or more previous convictions Joshua Tanner Gooch, Forney, 19, failure to ID fugitive from justice Daryl Lane Dabney, Terrell, 65, burglary of a building; theft <$100 Michael Christopher Fudge, Farmers Branch, 22, unlawful carrying of a weapon Janelle Mary Henderson, Scurry, 52, assault causing bodily injury; failure to appear Demon Jackson, Terrell, 36, failure to maintain financial responsibility; possession of a controlled substance PG1 <1G Susan Kathleen Johnson, Terrell, 57, assault family/household member impeding breathing/circulation Luis Juarez Martinez, Terrell, 46, public intoxication; assault simple James Wesley Yates, Mabank, 55, solic of occ of vehicle Dustin York, Wills Point, 38, theft of property >=$100<$750 Derbert Eugene Peace, Terrell, 46, evading arrest/detention with a vehicle; indecent exposure; resist arrest, search or transport; public intoxication; failure to appear Lupita Angelica Gonzales, Terrell, 22, assault family/household member impeding breathing/circulation Brandon Lee Smith, Mabank, 32, run a red light; driving while license is suspended/invalid Jimi Ray Stocks, Dallas, 65, driving while BAC >=.15 Joshua Jeremy Earl Thomas, Terrell, 29, no drivers license; failure to maintain financial responsibility; speeding 11-20 Nacius Stepon Jackson, Terrell, 21, theft <$100; theft of a firearm Christopher Patrick Holstrom, Rockwall, 40, possession of a controlled substance PG1 >=4G<200G Lauryn Elaine McCulloch, Richardson, 33, possession of a controlled substance PG1 >=4G<200G; insufficient bond; possession CS PG1 <1G David Zepeda, Terrell, 62, public intoxication Incidents: Assault: July 6, 1700 block of North Frances Street Assault: July 6, 600 block of American Way Theft: July 6, 300 block of West Moore Avenue Civil Matter: July 6, 900 block of North Rockwall Avenue Suspicious Person: July 6, 600 block of West Moore Avenue Property Damage: July 8, 500 block of Crossroads Parkway Assault: July 8, 1300 block of South Adelaide Street Fraud/Forgery: July 8, 200 block of Brookhollow Drive Theft: July 8, 1900 block of West Moore Avenue Theft: July 8, 500 block of American Way Suspicious Vehicle: July 8, 700 block of West Moore Avenue Suspicious Vehicle: July 8, 5400 block of West US Highway 80 Auto Theft: July 8, 1100 block of FM 148 Assault: July 9, 300 block of Tanger Drive Assault: July 9, 1700 block of South State Highway 34 Auto Theft: July 9, 300 block of Market Center Drive City Ordinance Violation – Solicit Without Permit: July 9, North FM 148/East Interstate 20 Disturbance: July 9, 200 block of Sixth Street Property Damage: July 9, 200 block of Spur 557 Welfare Concern: July 9, 500 block of East College Street Suspicious Person: July 10, 400 block of West Moore Avenue Theft: July 10, 600 block of American Way Burglary: July 10, 800 block of South Frances Street Assault: July 10, 100 block of San Jacinto Street Property Found: July 11, 500 block of American Way Theft: July 11, 100 block of Mira Place Auto Theft: July 11, 500 block of Apache Trail Harassment: July 12, 200 block of Bradshaw Street Theft: July 12, 1100 block of East Moore Avenue Harassment: July 12, 12300 block of Homer Circle Disturbance: July 12, 500 block of North Park Avenue.

Applicants sought for Terrell Citizens Academy

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The City of Terrell is seeking applicants to participate in the Terrell Citizens University – an engaging seven-week program designed to promote awareness of government services, knowledge of city processes and procedures, and more.

Strong gains made by county cities

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Kaufman County cities experienced a case of déjà vu last week with the office of Texas State Comptroller Glenn Hegar reporting that all but one local city had posted sales tax revenue gains for the second consecutive month.
Strong gains made by county cities

Mansell joins Terrell ISD leadership team

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Terrell Independent School District is excited to announce Dr. Nicole Mansell as Terrell’s Executive Director of Communications and Marketing. Mansell has worked in school communications and marketing for 20 years in districts large and small including Irving, Dallas, and Waxahachie ISD. Mansell holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Master of Science degree from Texas Tech University and a Doctor of Educational Leadership from Texas A&M University – Commerce.
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Texas Beef Cattle Short Course set for August 2-4

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The Texas A&M Beef Cattle Short Course is held each year during the first week of August and has grown into one of the largest beef cattle educational events in the world. The 2021 short course is scheduled for Aug. 1-3 in College Station and is coordinated by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and the Department of Animal Science in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.

SERVING UP SMILES

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Members of the Kiwanis Club of Terrell continued what has become a longstanding local tradition this week, serving up sliced watermelon at Terrell State Hospital July 12. Kiwanis Club members stated, “This is an annual event that has been taking place for more than 50 years. It was interrupted by the pandemic for a short time. Everyone enjoyed the cold watermelon!” Anyone interested in serving the local community is asked to contact Kiwanis Club of Terrell Membership Chairman Don Archer at 214-850-8040. Additional information is also available about the club is also available online at www.facebook.com/TerrellKiwanisclub/. Courtesy photo
SERVING UP SMILES

Around Town

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July 16: United Church of God in Christ will be hosting its annual Vacation Bible School event from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at 901 South Hattie. The event is free and all children in attendance will receive a bag of school supplies (while supplies last).

Gas prices continue to decrease around Texas

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Average gasoline prices in Texas have fallen 17.7 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.20/g July 11, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 13,114 stations in Texas. Prices in Texas are 45.0 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand $1.36/g higher than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has declined 8.5 cents in the last week and stands at $5.65 per gallon.

Texas Game Wardens wrap up busy July 4th weekend

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As Texans hit the waterways across the state to recognize July 4, Texas Game Wardens were out in force to ensure everyone stayed safe on the water. “Texas Game Wardens partnered with thousands of law enforcement agencies across the country for Operation Dry Water to focus on impacts of alcohol on boaters during high-traffic weekends like July 4 th ,” said Cody Jones, Assistant Commander for Marine Enforcement with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.