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Locals to be honored: 40th Annual Governor’s Volunteer Awards

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First Lady Cecilia Abbott, Honorary Chair of the Governor’s Volunteer Awards, announced the recipients of the 40th Annual Governor’s Volunteer Awards. These awards, presented in conjunction with One Star Foundation, honor the exemplary service of individuals, groups, and organizations that have made a significant contribution to Texas communities through service and volunteering in the past year.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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PROM CLOSET

Hosted by North Zulch ISD PTO April 6, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Buildings beside North Zulch baseball fields Come shop for FREE prom attire at North Zulch ISD. Open to all Brazos Valley High School students!

44TH ANNUAL MADISON COUNTY FAIR & RODEO

March 14 to 23, 2024

NORTH ZULCH SPECIAL NEEDS FUN RUN

April 6, 8:30 a.m. to noon.

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Texas counties among nation’s fastest growing

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Recent estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau indicate that six of the 10 fastest- growing counties in the United States from 2022 to 2023 were in Texas. According to the Texas Tribune, Kaufman County, just east of Dallas, led the list with a 7.6% increase in new residents that brought its population to more than 185,000. Census data shows that Rockwall and Liberty counties closed out the top three, with growth rates of 6.5% and 5.7%, respectively.