Opinion

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.

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Jefferson’s community theatre group is sponsoring a gathering at the city’s Lions Park on April 8 to watch one of the rarest events of a lifetime, a solar eclipse. The location is a prime “watching” area since it is mostly devoid of trees.