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Jan. 5-26: Al-anon meetings for family and friends of alcoholics will be held each Monday at 12 p.m.

Kaufman County Grand Jury returned 83 indictments Dec. 19.

susan@vanzandtnews.com In a world where stories often reflect the complexities of life, J.R. Wray’s debut novel, ‘ Jesse: A Star Under the Sun,’ invites readers into the wildlife of an imaginative character who navigates the trials and tribulations of growing up.

Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) brought joy to children this Christmas season, made possible by the incredible generosity of local donors, volunteers, community groups, and corporate partners.

The Terrell ISD Fine Arts Department put on an outstanding Christmas Spectacular performance as students showcased their talent and dedication on Dec. 19 at the Jamie Foxx Performing Arts Center. Additional photos on 8A.

editor@terrelltribune.com Four people were found dead in their home after a welfare check in Terrell on Christmas Eve. At approximately 5:29 p.m.

editor@terrelltribune.com The City of Terrell began providing Christmas tree recycling services on Friday, Dec. 26.

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With the beginning of each year, I begin thinking about all the exciting things coming up in the outdoors. Muzzleloader deer season opens in a matter of days, and I have my CVA 50 caliber Optima all cleaned, sighted in and ready to go. If there was an official hog hunting season it would begin with the close of whitetail season. I absolutely love hunting wild hogs year around but there is no better time than cold weather for putting that great eating wild pork in the freezer. Spring turkey season is only three months away and there are not many things that gets my blood pumping like the sound of a big gobbler answering my call from back in the woods on a spring day when the woods are adorned with those first touches of green.

Santa Claus finished up his visits during his Around Town trips in downtown Terrell for the Christmas holiday. Santa visited all children and families in each district of Terrell right before Christmas.