August 2026

Body July 27-August 17: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension is hosting Cooking Well with Diabetes courses on four Mondays, including July 27, Aug. 3, 10 and 17 from 5-6 p.m.

Body The Crandall City Council has authorized City Manager David Sanchez to evaluate the possibility of extending the City's current emergency services agreement with Kaufman County Emergency Services District No. 7 (ESD 7) through the end of 2027.

Body russell@themonitor.net July 28, Kaufman County Commissioners’ Court was presented plans for the county employees’ benefit open enrollment period before the county’s new plan year starts in October.

Body The Board of Trustees of Kemp ISD voted July 20 to approve spending cash from the district’s fund balance to finance a strategic academic plan that Kemp ISD Superintendent Dr.

Body Through my many years spent on the water and in the woods enjoying my passions of hunting and catching fish, one if the absolutes truths I’ve learned is the fact that, “It isn’t over until it’s over”.

Body As athletes gear up for the upcoming fall season, many have stayed active over the summer, competing in area tennis tournaments. Kaufman is a member of the East Texas Tennis Circuit, where local schools host a tournament every weekend.

Body With the temperatures heating up and back to school just around the corner, Kaufman Fire Department stopped by to help cool off the Kaufman High School Lion Band on Friday, July 24.

Body 9 – Fair Day – No School 12 – Student Holiday November 2026 23-29 – Thanksgiving Break December 2026 18 – Early Release 19-31 – Christmas Break January 2027 1-4 – Christmas Break 5 – First Day of Spring Semester 18 – MLK Day/Student Holiday February 2027 15 – Presidents’ Day...

Body A man who led authorities on a motorcycle pursuit and manhunt through multiple counties is dead according to Henderson County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO).

Body With the temperatures heating up and back to school just around the corner, Kaufman Fire Department stopped by to help cool off the Kaufman High School Lion Band on Friday, July 24.