July 2022

The Riter C. Hulsey Public Library’s WINGS: Adult Education Project has put out a call to the local community, seeking qualified applicants as part of its ongoing effort to promote literacy, foster an educated workforce and informed citizenry, and to offer a pathway towards an enhanced quality of life.

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) released spring 2022 State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) results for Grades 3-8. The results include exams in mathematics and reading for grades 3–8, 5th and 8th grade science, and 8th grade social studies. This year’s STAAR results show across-the-board improvements in all grades and subjects from 2021, with significant gains in reading.

Postage rates will rise again on July 10. Periodicals published the week of July 11 will see rates rise between 7 and 10 percent, depending upon destinations, mail preparation and rate categories.

George (Rivers) Williams, Sr. of North Las Vegas, NV took his introductory flight at Terrell Aviation June 29. Williams, the son of the late Henry (Rivers) and Mary Lee Williams of Kaufman, is a member of both the Dester Flying and Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association Clubs. Courtesy photo

The North Texas Longhorns Summer Track Club of Terrell made its way to Burleson recently, squaring off against some of the top athletes from across the state for an opportunity to advance to the AAU Junior Olympics in North Carolina at the AAU Regional Meet.

What services does SCR, Inc. offer? General Contractor specializing in insurance claims with exterior storm damage restoration: Roofing, Siding, Fencing, Windows, Gutters etc.

What services does The Barbara Leatherwood Fight for the Cure Foundation offer? The Barbara Leatherwood Fight for the Cure raises awareness and funding for Ovarian cancer and other cancers. Our goal is to hold Charity events for all cancer patients in need as well as for Ovarian Cancer.

In each quarterly Spotlight, we like to highlight local small businesses. We want you to get to know some of their stories and meet the faces and stories behind these businesses. They are vital to our community and we ask you to please consider shopping and supporting local businesses.