August 2026

Kaufman County accepts proposed budget

1 month ago By Russell Slaton
Body russell@themonitor.net Aug. 4, Kaufman County Commissioner’s Court voted to accept the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-27, with final approval set for Aug. 25, according to County Judge Jakie Allen.

Around Town

1 month ago By News Staff
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.

Crandall approves fire services with ESD

1 month ago By Bodey Cooper
Body news@kaufmanherald.com The City of Crandall approved fire and suppression services contract with the Kaufman County Emergency Services District (ESD) No. 7 during their regular meeting on Monday, Aug. 3.

Crandall’s best represent at Region 10

1 month ago By News Staff
Body Crandall ISD’s Teachers of the Year, Denise King-Daniel of Dietz Elementary and Michael Schmidt of Crandall High School, were on hand to represent Crandall ISD at the Region 10 Regional Teachers of the Year celebration.
Crandall’s best represent at Region 10

Terrell EDC, Chamber find new home

1 month ago By Bodey Cooper
Body news@kaufmanherald.com The Terrell Economic Development Corporation (EDC) and the Terrell Chamber of Commerce have found a new home heading into the future. The Terrell EDC recently closed on the Brin Opera House, located in the heart of downtown at 102 E.
Members of the Terrell Economic Development Corporation and Terrell Chamber of Commerce celebrate closing on the Brin Opera House as the future headquarters of both organizations on July 22. Photo courtesy of Terrell Economic Development Corporation

KAUFMAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL August 2026

1 month ago By News Staff
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...