
October 2025



Chickasaw Nation elected officials take oath of office
ADA, Okla. — Five Chickasaw Nation officials were sworn into office Wednesday, Oct.

Queen of the Night
You may call this plant Dutchman’s Pipe Cactus, Lady of the Night, Night-blooming Cereus, Orchid Cactus or Night-Blooming Cactus. The two blooms of my overgrown and rootbound Queen of the Night (Epiphyllum oxypetalum) living in the shade cast by the Sycamore tree briefly opened last week.
Grayson College Launches Viking BEST Robotics Hub with Kickoff Event
Grayson College is proud to announce its designation as an official BEST Robotics Hub and the successful launch of its inaugural Viking BEST Robotics Hub Kickoff Event, held this past weekend on the College’s campus.


Good Morning: Share your spooky photos
Each year, the Herald Democrat showcases area fall and Halloween decorations. To see some of the photos staff have taken as well as some submitted photos in the past, scan the QR code attached to this story.

Van Alstyne Public Library October calendar
The Van Alstyne Public Library has released its schedule for October activities. The library is located at 151 W.

Couple sentenced for federal drug trafficking conspiracy
A Pleasant Grove couple has received lengthy federal prison sentences for drug trafficking violations in the Eastern District of Texas, announced Acting U.S. Attorney Jay R. Combs.

Texoma Christian sweeps Azle Christian
By Jason Della Rosa, Herald Democrat Now that district play has finally got underway for the Texoma Christian Lady Eagles, a small group of teams… Login to continue reading Login…