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Crandall City Council Authorizes City Manager to Pursue Options for Fire and Emergency Medical Services

News Staff

Thu, 07/30/2026 - 05:00

The Crandall City Council has authorized City Manager David Sanchez to negotiate an extension of the City’s existing emergency services agreement with Kaufman County Emergency Services District No. 7 (ESD 7), a move intended to ensure the continued delivery of fire protection and emergency medical...

Crandall ISD Families: Get Ready for the New School Year at our Back-to-School Bash!

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Thu, 07/30/2026 - 05:00

Join us Saturday, August 1, from 10 a.m. to noon at Heartland Middle School, 2600 Fletcher Road in Heartland.

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Target is Here!

Misty Holler

Thu, 07/23/2026 - 16:01

Forney shoppers, are you ready? Our very own Target is now open and welcoming guests!

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Texas Job Market Grows by More Than 177,000 Positions Over the Year

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Thu, 07/23/2026 - 16:01

Texas added 43,400 nonfarm jobs in June to reach a total of 14,469,600 positions. Over the year, the state added 177,900 jobs for an annual growth rate of 1.2 percent, outpacing the national growth rate by 0.9 percentage points.

A cryptocurrency kiosk inside a convenience store on Airport Boulevard in Austin on July 7, 2026. Aiden Gonzalez/The Texas Tribune

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What to Know as Cryptocurrency Scams Rise in Texas

Ayden Runnels

Thu, 07/16/2026 - 06:29

Texans lost more than $1 billion to scams involving cryptocurrency in 2025, according to the FBI, second only to California in the amount siphoned away by fraudsters.

Share Your Voice on Texas’ 10-year Transportation Plan

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Share Your Voice on Texas’ 10-year Transportation Plan

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Thu, 07/16/2026 - 06:29

Help shape the future of Texas roadways by sharing your thoughts on the new 10 year transportation plan. From neighborhood sidewalks to projects that transform daily commutes, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) wants to hear what investments matter most.

Kaufman County Historical Commission Receives 2025 Distinguished Service Award from the Texas Historical Commission

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Kaufman County Historical Commission Receives 2025 Distinguished Service Award from the Texas Historical Commission

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Thu, 07/09/2026 - 04:00

The Kaufman County Historical Commission is proud to announce it has been recognized by the Texas Historical Commission as a recipient of the 2025 Distinguished Service Award (DSA).

Robins & Morton, Texas Health and Human Services Mark Topping Out for $573 Million Terrell State Hospital

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Robins & Morton, Texas Health and Human Services Mark Topping Out for $573 Million Terrell State Hospital

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Thu, 07/09/2026 - 04:00

Construction firm Robins & Morton joined the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) to mark the topping out of Terrell State Hospital’s replacement facility in Terrell, Texas. The state allocated $573 million for the project.

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Capital Murder Suspect Diego Carlos Rodriguez Arrested in Arizona

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Thu, 07/02/2026 - 05:00

The Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office announces that Capital Murder suspect Diego Rodriguez was taken into custody in Douglas, Arizona, at approximately 3:00 p.m. Friday June 26, 2026.

City of Crandall Acquires Park Land

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City of Crandall Acquires Park Land

Misty Holler Staff Writer

Thu, 07/02/2026 - 05:00

The City of Crandall recently acquired 38 acres of land, and plans are already in motion for this land’s future. Citizens can look forward to a new, multi-functional city park that will be joining the list of great reasons to live in Crandall, Texas.