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Body news@kaufmanherald.com A carbon monoxide leak led to multiple hospitalizations at the Terrell Healthcare Center on Tuesday, June 2. Terrell Fire Department was called to the scene of the nursing and rehab facility, located at 204 W.

Body news@kaufmanherald.com The Crandall City Council approved an interlocal agreement for improvements on local roads during their regular city council meeting on Monday, June 1.

Body Citizens, elected officials, visitors and Veterans gathered at Kaufman County Veterans Memorial Park on Monday, May 25 for the Memorial Day celebration ceremony. Judge Joseph Russell delivered a speech to honor the fallen military service members. 

Body Jacob McLean, a 2016 Scurry-Rosser High School graduate, recently started his medical residency at one of the top children’s hospitals in the nation.

Body Lone Star CASA proudly welcomed new volunteers during two swearing in ceremonies held at the Rockwall County Courthouse in March and April.

Body May 26, Kaufman County Commissioners’ Court proclaimed June as Elder Abuse Awareness Month.

Body Kaufman County Grand Jury returned 49 indictments May 29. Indictment information obtained from the District Clerk’s office does not include ages or addresses of defendants.

Body Kaufman County Judge Jakie Allen, along with the Kaufman County Commissioners Court, signed a proclamation recognizing May 11–16 as National Salvation Army Week in Kaufman County.

Body Staff Reports Kaufman County Commissioners’ Court voted May 10 to approve a self-evaluation and transition report in regards to the federal Americans with Disabilities Act.