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Kaufman native serves as Navy diver at Navy Reserve Center Kitsap

KAUFMAN, Texas — Tyler Petrea, a native of Kaufman, Texas, grew up in a middle class household. He is the eldest of his two siblings. In 2008, at the age of 22, his siblings expressed to him their goals of pursuing nursing careers and he wanted to help them achieve their goals.

FM 460/CLEMENTS DRIVE CLOSES AT US 80 STARTING APRIL 26

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Commissioners Proclaim April Child Abuse Prevention Month

KAUFMAN - On Tuesday, the Kaufman County Commissioners Court proclaimed April Child Abuse Prevention Month.

Severe Storms Possible Tonight With Heavy Rain Through Wednesday

KAUFMAN COUNTY - As we brace for severe storms and heavy rain, Kaufman County Emergency Management Coordinator Steve Howie emphasizes the crucial role of residents in staying “weather aware” to ensure their safety.

Forney Offers Eclipse Safety Tips

FORNEY - As Texans prepare for the Solar Eclipse on Monday, the City of Forney has a few safety tips they recommend.

Forney March Commercial Permits

FORNEY - The Forney Economic Development Corporation (EDC) recently announced the permits that were approved in March, including Jimmy Johns and Napa Auto Parts.

Child Abuse Prevention Month - Kaufman County Children's Advocacy Center Event

KAUFMAN COUNTY - April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month and the Kaufman County Children’s Advocacy Center is hosting a bingo event on Saturday, April 6th.

Senior Citizen Solar Eclipse Watch Party

KAUFMAN COUNTY— Trinity Valley Community College and Kaufman County Resource Connection are hosting a Senior Citizen Solar Eclipse Watch Party on Monday, April 8th.

National Wrestling Alliance Brings Historic Crockett Cup Tag Team Tournament to Texas

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Crandall Police Department vehicle struck while directing highway closure due to previous crash

CRANDALL, Texas — A Crandall Police Department vehicle was struck early Monday morning while directing traffic off the highway due to a previous crash.

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Bad Gas At Mabank Tiger Mart - Customers Seek Remedy

MABANK—At least two people got bad gas from an Exxon Tiger Mart in Kemp/Mabank in early February, and one got a runaround from the company and its insurance company.