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Body Gov. Greg Abbott vowed last week at a border security summit to build a barrier to slow the flow of migrants through the state’s southern border.

Body May is historically the state’s wettest month. This year was no exception, with above-average rain in much of the state, according to Dr. Mark Wentzel, a hydrologist with the Texas Water Development Board.

Body Happenings in and around Terrell June 19, 20: Vagabond Players present “A Doublewide Texas Christmas” at Books and Crannies, 209 W. Moore Ave.

Body Sarah Horan of Terrell, who is pursuing a BS degree in mission aviation, is among students named to the President’s List for the Spring 2021 semester at LeTourneau University (LETU) in Longview. The President's List recognizes students who have achieved a perfect 4.

Body An original open cockpit Stearman biplane will soar in the skies over Terrell on July 2 to celebrate the aircraft’s donation to the No. 1 British Flying Training School Museum.

Body These members of the Terrell State Hospital community relations staff provided information about the hospital’s Volunteer Services Council at last week’s Hulsey Public Library’s Activities Fair, which marked the start of the library’s annual Summer Reading Program.

Body Members of the Terrell Volunteer Fire Department stand on a 16-inch heavyduty utility trailer built by Hawn Freeway Trailer Sales and Service. The trailer will be used to transport the department’s Gator UTV.

Body Get ready to go wild! This year’s Kaufman County Summer Reading Program theme — “Tails and Tales” — is all about animals. Readers will explore the animals of different biomes each week during the Kaufman County Library’s annual summer reading program.

Body These works of art were among the many beautiful pieces on display the evening of June 10 at Terrell State Hospital’s Volunteer Services Council’s second annual Patient Art Show and Silent Auction. Proceeds from the auction will benefit youths living at the hospital.SOCIAL MEDIA

Body After 40 days of renovation, the Kaufman County Library is scheduled to re-open on Tuesday, June 22. The library closed on May 12 to have some notable renovations made, including new paint, flooring, and an upgraded technology system in the community room.