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Members of the Terrell Volunteer Fire Department had their hands full during the early morning hours July 8, responding to an illegal burn that got out of control and threatened nearby homes. According to a narrative published on the TVFD Facebook page, firefighters were dispatched just before 1 a.m.

The Terrell Police Department took to social media this week, requesting the public’s assistance in identifying two females suspected of stealing items from a business located on American Way. In a Facebook post department officials stated, “On July 7, 2022 at approximately 1639 hours, two Hispanic females entered Ulta located at 670 American Way in Terrell.

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. This year’s STAAR results show across-the-board improvements in all grades and subjects from 2021, with significant gains in reading.

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 life.