Mother and two daughters reportedly killed after disabled car struck on U.S. 80
DPS recommends activating hazard lights, leaving the roadway when possible and moving occupants out of traffic if a vehicle becomes disabled.
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Kaufman County updates
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Kaufman appraisal-board filing closes Aug. 17: What candidates need to submit
Applicants must choose an at-large place and send separate documents to county and appraisal-district officials; voter registration closes Oct. 5.
Two suspects reportedly sought after fatal Forney home shooting
Residents near Eagle Ridge, Van Buren and Cisco were asked to stay inside and avoid the scene as police reportedly searched for two suspects.
$14 million Kaufman County ESD fire station project registered in Forney
The filing follows proposed city-district planning work, but the available records do not identify the station’s address, staffing or response-time effects.
Kings Creek Park filing carries $1.2 million estimate as Terrell lists new amenities
Terrell lists a lighted walking trail, a new basketball court and accessible restrooms, but the available records provide no construction schedule.
Why Kaufman County homebuyers after Jan. 1 wait until 2028 for the appraisal cap
The cap limits assessed-value increases—not market value—and applicants generally need Texas identification showing the home's address.
Zaxby’s files $175,000 Kaufman renovation project
A state record lists a $175,000 Kaufman renovation or alteration project titled Zaxby’s Modern Farmhouse, but it does not confirm a closure.
Amazon registers $98 million Terrell distribution-center project
A Texas registration identifies Amazon Distribution Center–ITX7 in Terrell as a $98 million new-construction project.
Terrell registers $215,000 Breezy Hill Park splash pad
A $215,000 splash pad has been registered at Terrell’s Breezy Hill Park, a 7.5-acre neighborhood park at 351 New Hope St.