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At their Regular Meeting held on May 26, 2022, the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) Board of Directors elected its 2022-'23 Officers including President, Vice President, and Secretary to serve through May of 2023.

Volunteers gathered Sunday to place flags on the graves of fallen heroes at Oakland Cemetery in Terrell. Patty Yocum heads up the event every year. Organizations and local volunteers place a flag on every veteran’s grave. If you or your organization would like to help next year, contact Patty at 214-766-6922 for details. Courtesy photos

The Terrell High School Class of 2022 made the transition from students to graduates May 27, participating in commencement exercises at Memorial Stadium. The senior class, led by Valedictorian Jayla Thomas, Salutatorian Karla Landa Perez, and other honor and high honor graduates, began filing their way around the track and onto the field shortly before 8 p.m. to the traditional playing of “Pomp and Circumstance” as family members, friends and TISD staffers cheered their every step.

The Kaufman County Commissioners Court wrapped up its monthly business May 31, tackling an agenda heavy on bookkeeping items. County Judge Hal Richards opened Tuesday’s meeting on a somber note, recognizing the May 26 passing of Kaufman County Tax Assessor-Collector Brenda Samples.

The Terrell Volunteer Fire Department conducted a unique operation June 1, rescuing a puppy that had fallen into a septic tank at a residence along County Road 301. According to the TVFD account of the incident, firefighters were dispatched shortly after 6 p.m. after receiving a call from a worried homeowner.

The baton of leadership was passed from Dr. Tracie Pritchett to Aleix Santiago at the Dr. Bruce Wood Elementary staff meeting on Friday, May 27, 2022. Dr. Pritchett, who has served as the Principal for Dr. Bruce Wood Elementary since 2017 will transition into the role of Director of GLA/Coordinator of Advanced Academics K-8 in the 2022-‘23 school year. “As we work to continue grow-ing our advanced academic programming and provide more choice opportunities for families in Terrell, we are excited that Dr. Pritchett has stepped up to take on this new leadership role,” said Dr. Georgeanne Warnock, Superintendent of Schools.

Memorial Day is the unofficial kickoff to summer, and the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is reminding drivers to celebrate safely as they enjoy their holiday. Today through May 30, the Texas Highway Patrol will participate in Click It or Ticket, as well as Operation CARE (Crash Awareness Reduction Effort).

"Ready to add a new pet to your family? All dogs over six months old and over 30 pounds are free to adopt at the Kaufman County Pet Adoption Center and we desperately need your support. Shelter overcapacity is a nationwide issue right now with medium to large dogs coming to shelters in abundance.