July 2023

FROM THE BLEACHERS – Are rules important?

Body I am often asked to research rules and regulations on interscholastic athletics. Serving as a consultant for state athletic regulations on athletics in public schools, I understand rules can be interpreted in many ways.

POLICE BLOTTER

Body Terrell Police made the following arrests and responded to the following incidents from July 25 to June 26.

Fentanyl data dashboard unveiled by state

Body Governor Greg Abbott has announced the launch of the Texas fentanyl data dashboard by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) as part of the statewide “One Pill Kills” campaign.

Around Town

Body July 29: United Way of Kaufman County and Carter BloodCare will partner to host a blood drive from 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. at 1314 W.

FEELINGS JUST OUTRIGHT LIE TO THEIR OWNER

Body Have you noticed that in these recent years, you really can’t believe anything anymore? If you see a photo on the internet, it’s most likely been doctored. Photoshop creates its own reality.
FEELINGS JUST OUTRIGHT LIE TO THEIR OWNER

OAG secures $300 million in opioid settlement

Body The Office of the Attorney General (“OAG”) reached a $5 billion multistate settlement with CVS for the company’s role in the national opioid epidemic, including inadequately monitoring opioid prescriptions. Over $300 million is designated for Texas.

Play it smart this back-to-school shopping season

Body It is back-to-school season for students of all ages, which means, parents are gearing up for back-toschool shopping. The National Retail Federation estimates that nearly $135 billion will be spent on back-to-school and back-to-college shopping this year.