July 2025

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By Bodey Cooper news@kaufmanherald.com Kemp ISD Superintendent Dr. James Young recently released a statement on the passage of House Bill 1481 by Governor Greg Abbott that prohibits the use or possession of cell phones while at school.

Kaufman ISD announced the upcoming dates for their Meet the Teacher nights. O.P.

By Bodey Cooper news@kaufmanherald.com Kaufman Police Department recently warned citizens of Kaufman, as well as Kaufman County residents to be aware of catalytic converter thefts. A catalytic converter is a key component of a vehicle’s exhaust system that helps reduce harmful emissions from gasoline or diesel engines.

Kaufman FFA members attended the Business Session, where seven of their students got to participate as Voting Delegates. They attended the Second General Session and listened to all of the new FFA State Officers give their officer candidate speeches. Kaufman’s very own Emily Palacios received her Lone Star Degree and was surprised by two friends from the 2025 KHS Class, Eileen Faz and Julia Mauldin, who attended to watch her receive the award.

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Construction is currently underway and has been going up over the last month at Kemp ISD for their new agricultural barn. .

One person is still in critical condition after a wreck that killed five people just outside Terrell on Interstate 20 on June 28. According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, Alexis Gonzalez-Companioni fell asleep at the wheel, causing his semitruck to plow into stopped traffic on the highway, causing a chain reaction.

news@kaufmanherald.com During their special called board meeting on June 25, Scurry-Rosser ISD named their Interim Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent. “After thoughtful consideration and collaboration with district leadership, the Scurry-Rosser ISD Board of Trustees has appointed Dr.

Homeowners may think they have to tear down walls or build room extensions to transform their homes with renovation projects. But small projects can yield impressive results, and that’s something homeowners working with limited budgets can keep in mind.