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Kemp cross country runners travel to Crandall Sept. 9 to compete in Crandall’s invitational meet. Boys and girls teams placed sixth in competition.

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Tri-County Ford owner Andrea Pickens (left) receives the 2023 Spirit of Henderson County Corporate Leadership Award from Henderson County United Way Executive Director Kilena Underwood.

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The Kerens ISD school board recognizes District Maintenance Director Cliff Davis (left) and his assistant, Jimmy Keele, during its Aug. 28 meeting for their work behind the scenes keeping district facilities running, according to District Director of Student Services and Operations Brad Atkeisson.

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Gun Barrel City rescue boat deploys from Big Chief boat ramp to rescue a near drowning victim Sept. 8.

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Kaufman County Sheriff Bryan Beavers spoke to a crowd of officials, law enforcement and supporters. He spoke of his accomplishments as sheriff including working co-operatively with police chiefs and sheriffs of other counties to fight crime and make the county a safe place to live.

Monitor Photo/Russell Slaton
Jeremy Rummel of Eustace rounds the corner for a run against Blooming Grove, behind a block by Nick McKee.

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Mason Patek of Eustace sidesteps a Blooming Grove tackler while returning a Sept. 8 kickoff during homecoming.

CEDAR CREEK LAKE–The 11th Annual Whiskers & Wags fundraiser is slated for Sept. 23, this year themed “Pearls & Paws,” so don your pearls, and don’t forget your dancing shoes.
This year’s event will be held at the CR Legacy Center in Gun Barrel City. Registration opens at 5:30 p.m. and as always, the night will be packed with entertainment and fun. All while helping the homeless and abandoned animals in our community.
New this year!

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Commissioners approved the purchase of a Bomag articulated tandem roller and paving machine at the Sept. 5 meeting.