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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.

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.

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Mabank ISD Interim Superintendent Dr. Russel Marshall (second from right) introduces MISD School Board members Mikey Thompson (from left), Dustin Conner, Todd Grimes, Robby Teague, Bryan Miller and Founder and Chairman Capturing Kids Heart Flip Flippen (right).

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Mabank ISD hires 92 teachers to begin the 2023–2024 school year. Teachers were treated to a BBQ lunch and a meet and greet with administrators and School Board members.

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Two pick-up trucks sustain heavy damages as a result of a three-vehicle accident Saturday afternoon. The white Ford (left) had a trapped driver who was life-flighted to a Tyler hospital. East Main Street was closed down for a least an hour to allow emergency personnel to work.

KAUFMAN COUNTY– Representative Keith Bell is proud to announce the successful creation of the 3rd District Court, also known as the 489th Judicial District Court, in Kaufman County, a significant achievement that will enhance the local judicial system and improve access to justice for county residents. This milestone was made possible through the passage of House Bill 3474, which was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott June 13. 

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Henderson County Judge Wade McKinney (from left), Precinct 2 Commissioner Scott Tuley, Sheriff Botie Hillhouse, Precinct 4 Commissioner Mark Richardson, Precinct 1 Commissioner Wendy Spivey and Precinct 3 Commissioner Chuck McHam attend a July 27 demonstration that shows how other counties can interconnect their radio systems with Henderson County, with potential coverage maps and examples of digital radios.