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Body Three people, including two children, were killed on Sunday, July 26 in a two-vehicle wreck on U.S. Highway 80 in Kaufman County.

Body Two members of the Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office made a stop to visit the famous Terrell legend “The Dancing Cowboy” JT Pease. .

Body A pedestrian was struck and killed by a train in the early morning hours on Thursday, July 23 in Terrell.

Body The Kaufman Fire Department expressed its gratitude as multiple agencies came together to battle a house fire on Monday, July 20. Crews battle not only the blaze, but triple digit temperatures outside.

Body The Kaufman Chess Club returned to Kaufman County Library in mid-July and even hosted four 2200 ELO ranked Master Level chess players. The players included Michael Richards, David Harbor, Malachi Massey and Chris Holdaway.

Body A massive amount of rain once again engulfed the Hill Country, causing widespread flooding in several counties, including Uvalde, Kerr, Kendall and Gillespie. At least two fatalities were reported near Comfort and Uvalde.

Body Your outdoor scribe has been taking a cue from the fish and critters the past week. I am up well before daylight and enjoying the cooler hours of the morning and then seeking AC during the heat of the day whenever possible.

Body Cryptocurrency has become a legitimate way to invest and make certain transactions, but it has also become one of scammers' favorite ways to steal money.

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 Kaufman County Grand Jury returned 35 indictments July 24. Indictment information obtained from the District Clerk’s office does not include ages or addresses of defendants.