SGLY: A truth worth sharing
My husband parked within decent walking distance of the grocery store, hoping we might burn a few calories in advance of the ice cream that we would soon purchase.
August 2024
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Texas History Minute: Sul Ross
John Adams, the nation’s second president, once wrote, “I must study war and diplomacy so that my children may study math and science and that their children may study art and philosophy.” Thus is the story of Lawrence Sullivan “Sul” Ross, a man who beat the proverbial sword into a plowshare, leaving a lasting legacy on Texas government and education. Ross was a soldier, governor, and educator.
Justice Department finds that conditions at 5 Texas juvenile justice facilities, including Gainesville State School in the Eastern District of Texas, violate the Constitution
The Justice Department announced today its findings that the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) is violating the U.S. Constitution, as well as the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
North Texas Longhorns advance to semifinals of Connie Mack World Series
Herald Democrat FARMINGTON, N.M. — Sherman’s Paxton Samuelson was 2-for-3 with two doubles, drove in a run and scored twice as the North Texas Longhorns… Login to continue reading Login…
Shadowcats bats stay hot with another lopsided win
Herald Democrat JOPLIN, Mo. — Easton Ford was 4-for-5 with a double, walked, drove in two and scored twice as the Sherman Shadowcats beat the… Login to continue reading Login…
Lynn Burkhead — ‘Billie the Billionth’ redfish fingerling a conservation success
In some ways, it was the final shot fired in a piscatorial war that began along the Texas Gulf Coast a half century ago. And… Login to continue reading Login…
Whitesboro DU jump-starts August’s local outdoors calendar
By Lynn Burkhead, For The Herald Democrat Now that August is officially here on the calendar, that means that among other things, football season is… Login to continue reading Login…
J.B. Webb — Anybody know where all the bass have gone?
If anyone got an answer to where the bass have gone, let me know. Now I know some people who are catching smallmouth free lining… Login to continue reading Login…
Community groups hold back-to-school events
While parents, students and educators are preparing for children to go back to school, local community organizations are also working to make sure they have everything they need to be successful during the 2024-25 school year.