Courtesy Photo/Double K Photography-Kylie Kornegay
Mabank Panther freshman Maddex McCrossen singles on a hard line drive to center field against Canton during March 12’s district home opener for the Panthers.

Octabiano Ramirez, 89 of Mabank passed away March 3, 2024 at UT Medical Hospital in Athens. He was bon April 8, 1934 in Ozona to Octabiano Ramirez and Juanita Chavarria Ramirez.
Octabiano was a quite gentle man with a big heart and a big smile. He never complained about anything. He was a hard working carpenter and loved his trade. He also loved creating with his hands, crafting and drawing. He loved animals and had many throughout his life. Otto was a devoted Christian, he so loved God and his family.
Octabiano was the last living sibling and uncle of the Ramirez family. 

Monitor Photo/Ashlee Sawyer
The Cedar Creek Lake Parrot Head Club gathers to accept a Business of the Month Award presented by Ally Kartal (center) at the March 14 Cedar Creek Lake Area Chamber of Commerce luncheon. 

KAUFMAN COUNTY–Between Feb. 29 through March 3, a collaborative proactive policing effort involving the Kaufman County Sheriff's Office, Kaufman County Street Crimes Unit, Forney Police Department, Kaufman County Pct. 2 deputies and the Kaufman County DA’s Office yielded significant results. During this three-day operation, law enforcement successfully recovered over $90,000 worth of stolen property (including a trailer filled with stolen mattresses), vehicles and travel trailers.