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DAVID KAPITAN editor@terrelltribune.com Kaufman County residents will have an opportunity to jumpstart their summer cleanup efforts July 8 with a special county-wide cleanup collection event set to take place at the Terrell Convenience Station located at 287 FM 429 from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Kaufman County fire departments have had their hands full during recent summers, crisscrossing the area to contain out of control grass fires sparked control burns. While the county is still well away from a potential burn ban, grass fire activity has picked up statewide in recent weeks as lingering heat and minimal rain showers have taken hold for the foreseeable future.

Blood donors are lifesavers for local patients who need transfusions. This includes children fighting cancer, mothers going through difficult childbirths, family members who require surgery, and grandparents with health issues, among many others in need.

The Titus Family of Terrell is a houseful of entrepreneurs. Jayla Titus and her brother, Carly, run their lemonade business on Talty Road in Terrell, just one block east of 148. Smackinade is typically open from 12-5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Their mom, Lottie Titus, manages their TikTok to help grow their business. Lottie also owns Divine Healn, a business centered around natural healing products such as oils and teas, all naturally sourced and ethically created. To support the Titus Family, follow their social media accounts and go grab a cold cup of lemonade on these hot summer days!

First United Methodist Church of Terrell this Sunday, July 2 welcomes a new pastor, the Rev. Jerry Jones to the community, and bids a friendly farewell to the Rev.

The recent election of Mayrani Velazquez, along with the return of Dana Macalik, to the STAR Transit Board of Direc- tors positions the agen cy for smart, sustainable growth through visionary leadership for years to come, said Executive Director Tommy Henricks in his announcement. Mayrani Velazquez, Mayor Pro Tem and council member in the City of Terrell, was elected as an alternate member to Place 4.

Terrell police made the following arrests and responded to the following incidents from June 21 to June 26: Arrests: Mitchell Joseph Dye, Terrell, 68, failure to comply with notice Ashley Michell Gahagan, Terrell, 34, speeding 21-30; failure to comply with notice IPMC Jason Dean Lynch, Terrell, 45, assault family/household member impeding breathing/circulation Brian Edward Sline, Dallas, 52, public intoxication Lasondra Collette Wilson, Terrell, 51, running a stop sign James Ray Smith, Wills Point, 37, running a stop sign; no drivers license; driving while license is invalid with previous conviction convicted/suspended without financial restitution; speeding; assault by contact family vi- olence Victor Reyes, Terrell, 27, no drivers license; running a stop sign; expired vehicle registration; possession of drug paraphernalia; ordinance violation with maximum fine; minor driving under the influence of alcohol Adam Garza III, Terrell, 20, speed- ing; child safety violation; racing and or exhibition of acceleration Bronson Johnson, Jacksonville, 18, evading arrest/detention with a vehi- cle; unauthorized use of a vehicle Ivan Rojas, Dallas, 24, unlawful carrying of a weapon James Earl Simpson, Jr., Terrell, 39, probation violation Julian Gonzalez, Wills Point, 38, parole violation Jessie Hernandez, Terrell, 24, driv- ing while license is suspended/invalid; possession of drug paraphernalia Oscar Daniel Hernandez, Terrell, 29, possession of a controlled substance PG1 >=1G<4G; unlawful carrying of a weapon; possession of drug paraphernalia; speeding Jesus Benitez Lazaro, Kemp, 45, unauthorized discharge Incidents: Citizen/Business Contact: June 21, 300 block of Tiuany Circle Citizen/Business Contact: June 21, 400 block of Kings Creek Drive Disturbance: June 21, 900 block of North Virginia Street Assault: June 22, 300 block of FM 148 Theft: June 22, 1400 block of West Moore Avenue Theft: June 22, 1900 block of West Moore Avenue Criminal Trespass: June 23, 1900 block of West Moore Avenue Disturbance: June 23, Grivth Avenue/Grivth Court Theft: June 23, 1900 block of West Moore Avenue Welfare Concern: June 24, 1300 block of Rosehill Road Fraud/Forgery: June 24, 1100 block of North State Highway 34 Disturbance: June 25, 300 block of Tanger Drive Animal Complaints: June 25, 400 block of Gold Meadow Drive Disturbance: June 25, 1200 block of West Moore Avenue Harassment: June 25, 300 block of Stallings Street Theft: June 26, 100 block of Windsor Avenue Civil Matter: June 26, 1200 block of East Brin Street Suspicious Activity: June 26, 700 block of Warren Avenue.

With excessive heat warnings in effect for most Texas residents, the Texas Department of State Health Services urges people to be aware of the signs of heat illness and take precautions to protect themselves from heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

Phil Robison was officially sworn in as the new District 5 Terrell City Council member during the June 27 meeting held at Terrell City Hall with local attorney David Lewis administering the oath of office.