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Kerens ISD adopts lower tax rate for 2022-23

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Kerens ISD recognizes staff members during the Aug. 22 school board meeting for their hard work in starting the new school year successfully, including Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS) Coordinator Kay Priddy (from left), Secondary School Registrar Cristy Foreman, Kerens Elementary School Secretary Nancy Melton and Kerens Secondary School Secretary Shirley Anderson (not pictured).

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King announces retirement as TVCC President

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ATHENS–Trinity Valley Community College (TVCC) President Jerry King, Ed.D announced his retirement from the college Aug. 15.
King will retire at the end of the spring semester following his 45th year of service to the institution.
“After much thought, reflection, discussion and prayer, I have made the decision to retire at the end of the spring semester on May 31, 2023,” King said.
TVCC trustees approved the retirement Monday night.

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TxDOT urges drivers to be alert as kids return to school

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TEXAS–As millions of Texas children head back to school, the Texas Department of Transportation is reminding drivers to stay focused and drive safe in and around school zones and bus stops. This includes adhering to a new Texas law that requires drivers to stop and yield to pedestrians in crosswalks.
Everyone has a responsibility to keep children safe on their way to and from school. TxDOT offers these safety tips for drivers, parents and students:
Tips for Driving in School Zones

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Christian Life Center kicks off the school year with fun

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Children attending the Family Fun Night at Christian Life Center enjoy a bounce house, water slides, food and games. Christian Life Center also gave away 300 $40 gift cards for Shoe Dept.

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Sterling Miller (from left), Pius Ferrell and Stephen Hearn man the grill during the Family Fun Night.