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The Terrell High School Class of 2022 made the transition from students to graduates May 27, participating in commencement exercises at Memorial Stadium. The senior class, led by Valedictorian Jayla Thomas, Salutatorian Karla Landa Perez, and other honor and high honor graduates, began filing their way around the track and onto the field shortly before 8 p.m. to the traditional playing of “Pomp and Circumstance” as family members, friends and TISD staffers cheered their every step.

The Kaufman County Commissioners Court wrapped up its monthly business May 31, tackling an agenda heavy on bookkeeping items. County Judge Hal Richards opened Tuesday’s meeting on a somber note, recognizing the May 26 passing of Kaufman County Tax Assessor-Collector Brenda Samples.

The Terrell Volunteer Fire Department conducted a unique operation June 1, rescuing a puppy that had fallen into a septic tank at a residence along County Road 301. According to the TVFD account of the incident, firefighters were dispatched shortly after 6 p.m. after receiving a call from a worried homeowner.

The baton of leadership was passed from Dr. Tracie Pritchett to Aleix Santiago at the Dr. Bruce Wood Elementary staff meeting on Friday, May 27, 2022. Dr. Pritchett, who has served as the Principal for Dr. Bruce Wood Elementary since 2017 will transition into the role of Director of GLA/Coordinator of Advanced Academics K-8 in the 2022-‘23 school year. “As we work to continue grow-ing our advanced academic programming and provide more choice opportunities for families in Terrell, we are excited that Dr. Pritchett has stepped up to take on this new leadership role,” said Dr. Georgeanne Warnock, Superintendent of Schools.

Memorial Day is the unofficial kickoff to summer, and the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is reminding drivers to celebrate safely as they enjoy their holiday. Today through May 30, the Texas Highway Patrol will participate in Click It or Ticket, as well as Operation CARE (Crash Awareness Reduction Effort).

"Ready to add a new pet to your family? All dogs over six months old and over 30 pounds are free to adopt at the Kaufman County Pet Adoption Center and we desperately need your support. Shelter overcapacity is a nationwide issue right now with medium to large dogs coming to shelters in abundance.

The Terrell State Hospital Volunteer Services Council has announced that the third annual Patient Art Show and Silent Auction will take place June 10 from 6-8:30 p.m. at The Shops at Terrell (301 Tanger Dr.).

The Terrell High School Class of 2022 kicked off graduation week by participating in the annual Senior Walk event May 23. The soon-to-be grads were dressed in their caps and gowns as they navigated the hallways of each district campus. While on site, future generations of Terrell grads and TISD staff members greeted the senior class. Commencement exercises were scheduled to take place May 27 beginning at 8 p.m. at Memorial Stadium. Courtesy photos

Terrell police made the following arrests and responded to the following incidents from May 18 to May 24: Arrests: Susanne Antionette Gailes, Haltom City, 36, expired registration; failure to appear; no operator license; speeding – highway; no tail lamps Rodney Aaron Stoner, Terrell, 32, driving while license is suspended/invalid Leon Eugene Burris III, Kaufman, 36, illegal dumping under 5 lbs. or under 5 gallons; expired drivers license; run a stop sign Michael Dexter Disman, Jr., Terrell, 40, wire fraud Michael Dexter Disman, Jr., Terrell, 40, wire fraud Jane Marie Garren, Terrell, 20, possession of drug paraphernalia; tamper/fabricate physical evident with intent to impair; possession of a controlled substance PG1 <1G Gordon Clentell George, Terrell, 43, possession of a controlled substance PG2 <1G Juan Gerardo Segura, Kaufman, 36, no drivers license Joshua Dale Thompson, Terrell, 29, possession of drug paraphernalia; no valid registration; speeding Lillian De La Cruz, Mesquite, 32, simple assault family violence Jordan Ellison Hackley, Jacksonville, FL, 31, aggravated battery upon pregnant domestic David Lamonte Gladney, Terrell, 46, wrong, fictitious, altered or obscured license plate; no drivers license; failure to maintain financial responsibility Jairo Eduardo Labrada, Bedford, 46, theft of property >=$30k<$150k Kelsey Beth McClaran, Wills Point, 29, driving while intoxicated Tommy Dewain Spears, Terrell, 47, criminal trespass Demetric Rocshell Stephenson, Terrell, 46, assault by contact family violence Incidents: Weapons Violation: May 18, Main Street/Fifth Street Theft: May 18, 500 block of Mount Olive Street Theft: May 18, 600 block of West Moore Avenue Criminal Trespass: May 18, 1900 block of West Moore Avenue Assault: May 19, 700 block of Mount Olive Street Criminal Trespass: May 19, 1900 block of West Moore Avenue Property Damage: May 19, 300 block of Tanger Drive Disturbance: May 19, 100 block of Hamilton Drive Disturbance: May 20, 300 block of Tanger Drive Theft: May 20, 500 block of West Interstate 20 Property Lost: May 20, 300 block of South Virginia Street Harassment: May 20, 100 block of North Park Avenue Suspicious Person: May 20, 500 block of West Moore Avenue Burglary: May 21, 100 block of Oak Drive Suspicious Person: May 21, 1100 block of North State Highway 34 Disturbance: May 21, 300 block of North Rockwall Avenue Disturbance: May 22, 500 block of West Interstate 20 Theft: May 22, 1900 block of West Moore Avenue Disturbance: May 24, 700 block of South Frances Street Violation of Court Order: May 24, 800 block of Eulalia Drive Criminal Trespass: May 24, 300 block of Creekside Drive Citizen/Business Contact: May 24, 700 block of East Moore Avenue Theft: May 24, 500 block of West Brin Street Criminal Trespass: May 24, 1400 block of West Moore Avenue..

A three-vehicle accident along State Highway 276 resulted in the death of a Terrell man earlier this week. According to law enforcement officials, first responders were summoned shortly after 5 p.m. May 24 to an area just east of Rochelle Road in Rockwall for an automobile accident with potentially serious injuries.