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“Land of the Free” (left) made by Carolyn Fackler and quilted by Cynthia Allen took home many awards during the Gun Barrel City Quilters Guild show held April 26 and 27 at the CR Legacy Event Center. “Indah Blossoms” also made by Carolyn Fackler and quilted by Cynthia Allen took home awards.
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Malakoff shortstop Mike Jones hammers a first-inning single to left field during the April 23 game against Mildred.
Monitor Photo/Russell Slaton
Malakoff right fielder Wyatt Wallace, hitting in the cleanup spot April 23 against Mildred, takes a big cut.
KAUFMAN COUNTY—The Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) is investigating an incident where a deputy shot and killed a dog while responding to a 911 non-violent call, according to a news report from Fox 4 KDFW.
The incident occurred in March, after a 911 call was placed regarding a verbal argument.
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Area homeschool students proudly display their winning ribbons earned during the Learn with Laura Homeschool Science Fair at Tri-County Library April 26.
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Kemp Primary students jog to raise nearly $1000 for some much-needed shade over the first and second grade playground areas. Say hello to future picnics and outdoor learning sessions under cool awnings.
KERENS—Kerens ISD (KISD) trustees voted April 22 to approve buying 150 Chromebook computers for students across all its campuses.
KISD Business Manager Kaitlyn Cotten said the price from Dell Technologies is $44,500. Related to that purchase, trustees approved a budget amendment reallocating $35,000 within the school district’s budget.
GUN BARREL CITY- During the Gun Barrel City Council meeting held April 16 the city adopted an ordinance (Ordinance No. O-2024-011) of Chapter 95 pertaining to junk vehicles. City Manager Angela Smith stated that the current ordinance is a challenge to enforce and is time-consuming for the city. Smith continued saying that junk vehicles is an issue that has tied the city’s hands and the new ordinance is more friendly with clear qualifications for residents and the city. The new ordinance will go into effect Saturday, June 1.
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Kemp High School boys’ golf Regional qualifiers Daltyn Irvin and Josiah Young wrapped up their season during Day 2 of the Class 3A Region III golf tournament, held April 15-16 at Brenham Country Club. These two young men had an impressive season and represented Kemp ISD with true Jacket Pride, Kemp ISD’s Facebook page states.
