August 2026

Body August 28: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension is hosting a Lunch and Learn One Dish Wonders class on Friday, Aug. 28 at 11 a.m.

Body The Commissioners’ Court of Kaufman County voted Aug. 11 to approve a resolution declaring a need for a housing authority authorized by state law to operate within the county.

Body During their grand opening ceremony on Friday, Aug. 7, Lowe’s of Kaufman also made three $1,000 donations to local nonprofit organizations, including Kaufman Lions Club, Bee Happy and Norville Children’s Shelter.

Body news@kaufmanherald.com The Parks and Recreation Department for the City of Kemp announced their Fiesta de Kemp celebration planned for Saturday, Sept. 12.

Body Crandall ISD hosted their annual Back to School Bash at the end of July. Over 500 backpacks were donated, 40-plus community partners were involved and over 350-plus families as the Pirates ready for the 2026-27 school year. 

Body The Metro East Division of the Dallas Builders Association recently presented Lone Star CASA with a $110,435 donation raised through the 21st Annual Cars for CASA car show, continuing a remarkable tradition of supporting children and youth who have experienced abuse and neglect...

Body District Elementary Teacher of the Year, Torrie Deville (middle, right), represented Kaufman ISD at the Region 10 Teacher of the Year banquet in late July. .

Body The Kaufman Lions wrapped up their summer Kaufman Lion Football Camp in late July. The Lions saw 142 campers out on the field in July working on building fundamentals and competing every day.

Body news@kaufmanherald.com The Kemp Junior High School cheer squad brought home plenty of hardware after competing at UCA Cheer Camp. Kemp took home first place in camp routine as Overall Champions.

Body The Kaufman tennis team kicked off its season with a victory over Ennis. With much anticipation for the season opener, the Lion Netters were eager to compete.