Terrell
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Terrell State Hospital Re-Build Update
TERRELL—The Terrell State Hospital has been essential to the community since its opening in 1885. The Texas Legislature authorized funds for a new facility, and groundbreaking is set to commence this summer. Thanks to the dedicated efforts of the Texas Legislature, Terrell will receive a new 250-bed replacement hospital,...
North Texas family wants answers after soldier found dead in home
NORTH TEXAS — Private First Class Katia Duenas-Aguilar of Mesquite enlisted in the Army in 2018. She had a four-year-old son and was stationed at Fort Campbell in Kentucky but had recently told her family she was planning on leaving the Army. "She would already tell me that she's not happy over there and I wanted her to come back so we could make more memories," said Cecilia Ruiz-Aguilar, Duenas-Aguilar's sister.But on May 18 Clarksville Police found her dead inside her apartment in Clarksville, Tennessee. Police ruled her death a homicide. "We want to know what happened, who did it and we want...
Kaufman County and TXDOT Propose New Outer Loop - Public Input Session
KAUFMAN COUNTY—Kaufman County and TXDOT propose constructing a new alignment roadway from SH 205 to south of I-20, with interchanges at US 80 and I-20. According to TXDOT’s website, the project is crucial as the current infrastructure falls short in providing adequate ‘mobility and regional connectivity’ between Kaufman County and the DFW Metroplex. They also highlight that the existing infrastructure is ill-equipped to handle future demands.
Ongoing Water Outages and Boil Notices for Northern Kaufman County Residents
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Upcoming Public Hearings on Zoning Changes at FM 740/Ridge Road and Heathland Crossing
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Rockwall judge sentences Dallas man, with 30 separate convictions, to 10 years on theft charges
ROCKWALL, Texas — A 61-year-old Dallas resident, Larry Lee Davis, was convicted of felony theft of property on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, despite having a history of 30 separate theft-related convictions. The Rockwall County jury's verdict led to Davis being sentenced to a decade in prison by District Judge David E. Rakow.
Royse City’s Hometown Hero
Rockwall, TX May 23, 2024 – On Tuesday, May 21, 2024, County Commissioner John Stacy received the “Hometown Hero Award” at the Royse City Chamber Awards Luncheon. The award, presented by Diane Stegall from Modern Woodmen Fraternal Financial in Royse City, honors volunteer service within the community.
Upcoming Events in Mesquite, Texas: A Guide for May 24-30, 2024
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Kaufman County Remembers This Memorial Day
KAUFMAN—Kaufman County Veterans Service Officer Robert Hunter and Representative Keith Bell led the community in a solemn and significant remembrance service this Memorial Day, which holds deep meaning for us all. Memorial Day, formally known as Decoration Day, dates back to the mid-1800s. In 1950, Congress approved a joint...
Kaufman County Resource Connection - Connecting The Community
KAUFMAN—Kaufman County Resource Connection, a nonprofit organization, is working to connect the community and share resources for those in need. When Pam Corder, a beacon of dedication in our community, began working with Kaufman County, she encountered a gentleman and his wife who were struggling to pay their electricity bill. Their story, like many others, touched her deeply. There wasn’t a clear answer as to who could help. Undeterred, Pam immediately went to work organizing resources and found a clear path to a central location where people who needed help could go.
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