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news@kaufmanherald.com Lowe’s Home Improvement is coming to Kaufman with a brand new 137,000 sq. ft. Lowe’s Home Improvement and Garden Center the City of Kaufman announced in a press release June 4.

During the Kemp City Council meeting held June 10, the city council approved Resolution 25-05 which begins the process of the city applying for a Texas Parks and Wildlife Grant.

The Crandall City Council reappointed Scott Rogers as Mayor Pro-Tem during their regular monthly meeting on Monday, June 2. Rogers was in the position currently and his term in office expires in May 2026.

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The City of Kemp announced the appointment of Curtis Kaloi as their new Chief of Police on Tuesday, June 3. The appointment was effective May 27 and Chief Kaloi takes over after the departure of Former Chief Ernie Zepada, who joined another agency.

news@kaufmanherald.com Former Kaufman Fire Chief Ronnie Davis celebrated his retirement on Friday, May 30. Chief Davis served proudly with 45 years of unwavering service, leadership and dedication, including 30 years to the City of Kaufman.

news@kaufmanherald.com The City of Kaufman announced Rhea Cooper as their Interim Fire Chief for the Kaufman Fire Department on Monday, June 2. Chief Cooper brings more than three decades of leadership, service and experience in the fire service to the Kaufman community.

The North East Texas Regional Mobility Authority (NET RMA) announced the recipients for its 5th Annual Linda Thomas Safe Driving Scholarship. The scholarship awarded $2,000 each to 10 high school seniors in NET RMA counties throughout Northeast Texas, including MaKennah Duncan from Forney High School.

Kemp, Crandall and Scurry- Rosser ISD are all offering Summer Feeding Programs to help keep children from going hungry over the summer break. Kemp ISD is hosting their program at Kemp High School, located at 220 St.

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