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New flood maps have been finalized and will become effective on Jan. 12, 2023, for Kaufman County, Texas. During the next six months, a FEMA compliance specialist will work with the community to update each floodplain ordinance and adopt these new flood maps.

In each quarterly Spotlight, we like to highlight local small businesses. We want you to get to know some of their stories and meet the faces and stories behind these businesses. They are vital to our community and we ask you to please consider shopping and supporting local businesses.

What services does The Barbara Leatherwood Fight for the Cure Foundation offer? The Barbara Leatherwood Fight for the Cure raises awareness and funding for Ovarian cancer and other cancers. Our goal is to hold Charity events for all cancer patients in need as well as for Ovarian Cancer.

What services does SCR, Inc. offer? General Contractor specializing in insurance claims with exterior storm damage restoration: Roofing, Siding, Fencing, Windows, Gutters etc.

George (Rivers) Williams, Sr. of North Las Vegas, NV took his introductory flight at Terrell Aviation June 29. Williams, the son of the late Henry (Rivers) and Mary Lee Williams of Kaufman, is a member of both the Dester Flying and Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association Clubs. Courtesy photo

Postage rates will rise again on July 10. Periodicals published the week of July 11 will see rates rise between 7 and 10 percent, depending upon destinations, mail preparation and rate categories.

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) released spring 2022 State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) results for Grades 3-8. The results include exams in mathematics and reading for grades 3–8, 5th and 8th grade science, and 8th grade social studies.

The Riter C. Hulsey Public Library’s WINGS: Adult Education Project has put out a call to the local community, seeking qualified applicants as part of its ongoing effort to promote literacy, foster an educated workforce and informed citizenry, and to offer a pathway towards an enhanced quality of...

EntertainMe!, LLC and the City of Kaufman revealed the music lineup for the inaugural Kaufman Harvest Fest July 6. The rain or shine, all-day festival will take place Oct.

Terrell police made the following arrests and responded to the following incidents from June 29 to July 5: Arrests: Xemena Coronado, Terrell, 18, no drivers license; failure to maintain financial responsibility Selma Washington Land, Terrell, 58, theft of property <$2,500 with two or more previous...