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Retired Kaufman County Judge denies Anthony appeal

Body A retired former Kaufman County Judge was chosen to oversee the appeal of Karmelo Anthony for his recent murder conviction. Visiting Judge Sid Harle recused Collin County District Judge John Roach, who oversaw Anthony’s murder trial in June 2026.

TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT

Body For much of my adult life, I have enjoyed learning about shooting and hunting with different sporting arms. Back when I was a young man just starting a family, money was tight and I continued hunting deer and wild hogs with my trusty lever action 30-30.
Some of the tools of the trade Luke used in the field. Learning about new ways to hunt is rewarding and can often put the ‘spark’ back into the sport. Photo by Luke Clayton

TxDOT project updates for the week of Aug. 17

Body TxDOT is planning to conduct the following construction and maintenance work in the Tyler District during the week of Aug. 17, 2026. Please remember, work schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure, or other unforeseen issues.

Court sets sight on upcoming election

Body The Van Zandt Coun - ty Commissioners Court switched gears from its re - cent focus on establishing a budget for the 2026-'27 fiscal year during its most recent regularly scheduled session August 12, discuss - ing a series of items related to the November 2026 elec - tion.
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