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Spectrum, the No. 1 rural internet provider in the nation, announced the launch of Spectrum Internet, Mobile, TV and Voice services to more than 3,100 rural homes and small businesses across Kaufman County, including the communities of Mabank and Terrell.

A single-vehicle rollover on U.S. Highway at County Road 350 injured a family dog around 2:45 p.m. on Tuesday, July 29. The truck left the road through two fences before rolling several times. Elmo FD firefighters treated a family dog that was struck by the vehicle with bandages and splinting for a possible broken leg. The driver was checked out and released on scene while the family transported the dog to the veterinarian to be checked out.

The Terrell Economic Development Corporation (TEDC) hosted their first-ever Leadership Summit at the Jamie Foxx Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, July 30. The event, designed to empower, connect and equip today’s professionals, the summit featured national acclaimed speakers and dynamic panelists offering real-world leadership strategies for organizations of all sizes.

Few things are more exciting to hunters than scouting new land they plan to hunt, and this is the time of year when many hunters are exploring the land they plan to hunt this fall. Depending upon the size of the property, this can be a daunting task.

Kaufman County Grand Jury returned 32 indictments July 18. Indictment information obtained from the District Clerk’s office does not include ages or addresses of defendants.

Stop by the No. 1 British Flying Training School Museum between 10 a.m.

The Terrell Kiwanis Club donates watermelons to the Terrell State Hospital and local retirement homes annually. This year marks the 50th year.

Residents living in and around Kaufman can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, and other chronic, serious conditions with affordable screenings by Life Line Screening. The Kaufman Civic Center will host this community event on Aug. 14. The site is located at 607 E Fair St in Kaufman.

A traffic stop escalated to a police pursuit in Terrell. Terrell PD conducted a traffic stop at 8:11 a.m.

August 4-25: Al-anon meetings for family and friends of alcoholics will be held each Monday at noon at the First United Methodist Church, located on 503 W. College Street in Terrell.