Sherman now playing the role of spoiler
By Jason Della Rosa, Herald Democrat In the matter of a week things changed for the Sherman Bearcats. They went from chasing a playoff spot… Login to continue reading Login…
October 2022
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Week 10 Texoma High School Football Previews
By Jason Della Rosa, Herald Democrat Note: All games begin at 7:30 p.m. Friday unless otherwise indicated. Frisco Wakeland at Sherman What: District 6-5A (I)… Login to continue reading Login…
Hardening the electric grid is like remodeling a house. Can we afford it now?
There were a lot of similarities between Ida and Ian, the marquee storms of the 2021 and 2022 hurricane seasons. Each was the ninth storm of its season.
Loy Lake Road rebuild to cost $9.9 M
After more than two years of delays, a major roadway rebuild along the U.S. Highway 75 corridor will begin. Last week, the Denison City Council approved a $9.9 million contract with DDM Construction Corp. for the rebuild and improvement of Loy Lake Road just east of the highway.
Jesse Allen McKean
Jesse Allen McKean, age 92, of Denison, Texas passed away on October 23, 2022. He was born August 15, 1930, in Murrayville, Illinois, the son of Howard E.
Jessie Lea “Jessielea” Patrick
Jessie Lea “Jessielea” Patrick, 86-year-old lifelong Sherman resident, went to be with her precious Lord and Savior with her loving family by her side Sunday morning, October 23, 2022, at TMC hospital in Denison, Texas Services will be held at 10 AM, Wednesday, October 26, 2022, at Harvest Time Assembly of God Church in Sherman. Pastor Irby McKnight, Pastor Nathan Cain and Len McLaughlin will officiate, and the burial will follow in the Memorial Park section of West Hill Cemetery. Family night will be held at Waldo Funeral Home Tuesday, October 25th from 6-8 PM. Jessielea was a faithful servant of her Lord Jesus Christ, was adored by her three children and was fondly known as Nana by her grandchildren. She was born August 21, 1936, the daughter of Robert Lee Wilkerson and Jessie Mae Souther Wilkerson. She married the love of her life, Frank Patrick of Sherman on October 26, 1951, in Durant, Oklahoma. They were happily married for 57 years. Jessielea attended and was an active member of Harvest Time Assembly of God since it was established in 1991. She began her career as a sole proprietor for ladies wear in Sherman called Lea’s Fashion Shop. When her children entered grade school, she started a job with Sherman Community Hospital and then ended her career at Austin College after 30 years. She claimed Austin College as her second family and still remained meeting with her friends from there up until her passing. She enjoyed advising students on campus and was a great support to them. Jessielea loved to study the Holy Bible and led several bible study groups and taught Sunday school for all ages. She enjoyed being a member of the International BSF (Bible Study Fellowship). She was passionate about a group she organized, the “Praying Grannies” a prayer group that offered prayer support to local churches and our community. She was also a member of a faith-based organization AFA (American Family Associate). She enjoyed serving as the president of PTA at Crutchf
New juvenile committee is a step in the right direction
We applaud action by Michigan’s governor to create a new committee to fix systemic problems in the state’s juvenile justice and child welfare system. The shortage of beds in residential facilities for kids is a crisis, Gov.
Watch out for scams targeting student loan debt relief
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is reminding Michiganders to be on the lookout for scammers now that the U.S. Department of Education has made available the application for student loan debt relief announced by the Biden Administration.
There must be a way out of domestic abuse
When we think of domestic violence, many of us have a picture planted by scenes on television or in movies that involves adults — usually with a female as the victim. Often the person is battered and bruised, but alive. The reality is far harsher.
Flu shots, COVID boosters available now
Colorful leaves mark a change of season and the passage of time. They also remind us it’s time for flu shots.