February 2023

What is avian influenza?

Body Highly pathogenic avian influenza, HPAI, specifically, HPAI H5N1, sometimes commonly referred to as “bird flu,” is something that has affected almost everyone, whether they realize it or not.
Backyard chickens are at risk of being exposed to avian influenza by infected wild birds that have stood on the same premises. Photo by Laura McKenzie

Sales tax collection revenues increase 7.6 percent

Body The Texas State Comptroller’s Office delivered a welcome dose of good news to Kaufman County cities Feb. 9, announcing that 11 out of 13 local entities had seen sales tax revenue gains when comparing February 2023 totals against those reported in February 2022.

BRIEF

Body The Riters C. Hulsey Library and Terrell Kiwanis Club are welcoming local families to come out to the Literacy Depot located at 406 N.

Around Town

Body February 23: The No. 1 British Flying Training School, located at 119 Silent Wings Boulevard, will host a free screening of the documentary “The Cold Blue” beginning at 7 p.m.

BRING DAD TO SCHOOL DAY

Body More than 200 dads attended W.H. Burnett Early Childhood Center’s “Bring Dad to School Day” event Feb. 9. Dads had the opportunity to observe their child’s classroom, participate in hands-on learning activities and watch their little one shine in the classroom.
BRING DAD TO SCHOOL DAY