May 2025

Rick Carmona was offi cially sworn in for his third and final term as mayor of the City of Terrell during their regular city council meeting on Tuesday, May 13. “I’m honored to serve my third and fi nal term as mayor of the City of Terrell,” Carmona began. “I really appreciate all the support that the community has given me and my family.” Mayor Carmona then presented a proclamation to Terrell Police Chief Arley Sansom and offi cers from the Terrell Police Department for National Police Week for the week of May 1-17.

Strong winds and heavy rain caused uprooted trees, snapped multiple trees and widespread damage near the Crossroads at Terrell and Interstate 20 on Friday, May 16. .

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editor@terrelltribune.com Memorial Day is set for this Monday, May 26 across the United States. The history of Memorial Day for the states dates back to pre-Civil War times in states like Virginia, Mississippi, South Carolina and Georgia.

Congratulations to the Poetry Community Christian School Valedictorian and Salutatorian for 2025. Valedictorian: Sarah Foreman, PCCS Valedictorian, graduates with a GPA of 4.27.

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Since 2009, St John’s Crochet Ministry has been busy making hats and scarves, prayer shawls, lap blankets, walker bags and more. These items are donated to various agencies throughout the Kaufman County area. From Meals on Wheels, medical offices, nursing homes, and rehab therapy, residents receive a warm virtual hug and an item lovingly handmade to limit the winter chill.

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