October 2025

Crandall HS students receive State Fair blue ribbon

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Crandall High School Ag Mechanic students Jesse Silva and Alex Lara earned a Blue Ribbon on Wednesday, Oct. 15 at the State Fair of Texas Ag Mechanics Show. In Ag Mechanics, a Blue Ribbon is awarded only to projects that meet state-level excellence in craftsmanship, safety and overall build quality. It’s one of the highest marks a student project can receive. The two students’ hard work paid off under Luke Parker.
Photo courtesy of Crandall ISD

National Night Out a success

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Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office took part in National Night Out on Tuesday, Oct. 7. Deputies joined residents across the county to promote community partnerships and strengthen relationships between law enforcement and neighborhoods. National Night Out is an annual event that encourages neighbors to come together to prevent crime and build safer communities. 

Photos courtesy of Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office

KC Commissioners proclaim 4-H week

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Members of a local 4-H Club were on hand at the Kaufman County Commissioners’ Court meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 30. Members provided breakfast for the commissioners and Judge Jakie Allen proclaimed Oct. 5-11 as 4-H week.

Photo courtesy of Kaufman County

Kemp volleyball honors two seniors

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The Kemp Lady Yellowjackets honored their two seniors, Miranda Limon and Emma Johns before their game on Friday, Oct. 10 against Lindale at Kemp High School.

Photo courtesy of Kemp ISD