October 2024

The Terrell Police Department recently opted to change the entry-level police physical agility. Terrell PD is a Chapter 143 Local Government Code agency with a bulk of state procedures, which govern many operations of policing. One of those requirements is entry-level examinations, both written and physical. In August of 2024 Interim Chief of Police Arley D. Sansom and Fire Chief Shane LeCroy brought forth a revised Terrell Civil Service Local Rules before the Civil Service Commission. One of the many changes to these local rules, adopted and approved by the commission, was replacement of the existing entry-level physical agility test for police.

In the Terrell Tribune’s First Responders story last week, we stated Phil Robison worked for Terrell Fire Department. Robison works for the Dallas Fire Department.

Striper Express guide David Escamilla, who I first fished with almost 30 years ago, who in fishing circles is known as ‘Lil’ Dave, eased the throttle back on the big Falcon guide boat and pointed to a gently sloping shoreline about 50 yards away.

editor@terrelltribune.com The Terrell Tigers made their push for a playoff spot closer to a reality with their win over the Greenville Lions at home Oct. 25.

Terrell ISD inducted their newest members of the 2024 Class for their Hall of Fame and Honor. The Terrell ISD Hall of Fame and Hall of Honor recognize individuals for their contributions to the Terrell community. The Hall of Fame recognizes people for their athletic achievements, character and overall contribution to the district. The Hall of Honor recognizes alumni for their achievements in the arts, athletics or academics. The 2024 Hall of Fame Class includes: Judy Jones, Roderick Kennedy and Darryl Malone. The 2024 Hall of Honor Class includes: Dr. Jay L. McCullar, Charles Neroes, Tim Lawson, Tommy Spencer and Ted Lyon.

Riter C. Hulsey Public Library hosted their very own cactus class Wednesday, Oct.

November 1-2: Turtle Dove Thrift, Gift and Antiques is celebrating their six-year anniversary Friday, Nov. 1 and Saturday, Nov.

editor@terrelltribune.com After a rough season in 2023-24, Terrell brought in Jerrell Chumley to bring a bit of winning attitude for the boys’ varsity basketball team. The Tigers finished winless last season and finished in last place in the district standings.

TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIATION Texans who wish to vote early in the Nov. 5 General Election have until closing time Friday, Nov.

The Terrell High School band finished up their Area competition in Mesquite by finishing in ninth place at the Finals of the UILArea C Marching Contest on Saturday, Oct. 26.