The Kyle Police Department plans to add seven police officers to the force this year in an effort to help keep the growing city safe.

Roughly 70 applicants filed for the seven positions when the Jan. 18 deadline arrived. Last week, 40 of those applicants hit the field for physical training and a written exam.

Currently, there are 52 authorized officer positions at the department. This new hiring process should bring the department up to staff.

Currently, there are 52 authorized officer positions ...