January 2025

Representative Keith Bell takes Oath of Office

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On January 14th, the opening day of the 89th Legislative Session, Representative Keith Bell (R-Forney) was sworn in for his fourth term as State Representative for District 4. Surrounded by family, friends, and supporters, Representative Bell proudly took the oath of office, reaffirming his dedication to serving Kaufman County and Northwest Henderson County.
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Around Town

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February 8: Trinity Valley Community College (TVCC) Health Science Center is hosting its Second Annual Teddy Bear Repair Shop on Saturday, Feb. 8 from 11 a.m.

B-17 pilot recalls World War II

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“We were young, gullible and innocent,” is how B-17 pilot Major John “Lucky” Luckadoo described himself and his World War II comrades during his remarks Jan. 16 at the Conversations With… program at the No. 1 British Flying Training School Museum in Terrell.
B-17 Pilot Major John “Lucky” Luckadoo along with BFTS Museum Board Chair Bill Huthmacher and Terrell Mayor Rick Carmona. Photo courtesy of Liz Oliphant

TVCC recognizes staff and faculty excellence

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During Spring Convocation, Trinity Valley Community College proudly recognized four individuals for their excellence in teaching, student engagement, and advancing the vision of TVCC. Heidi Edwards, Executive Assistant to the TVCC-Terrell Campus Director, received the Staff Excellence Award for her dedication to fostering collaboration, communication, and teamwork.

Texas Health announces grants for Kaufman County

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As part of its continued commitment to improve the health of those in the communities it serves, Texas Health Resources is investing another $5 million in grants to local organizations that work collaboratively to creatively tackle the health disparities and socioeconomic hardships impacting North Texans.