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Chicago’s soccer scene has reached new heights as Skyline Pitch introduces Chicago’s first-ever rooftop facility for guests of all ages to train, play and celebrate the sport. Located atop the NEWCITY parking structure (1457

Waiting game: George Hughes historic marker plans in hands of state

Local historians and advocates still hope to unveil a historic marker recognizing a moment of racial violence in Sherman in time for its 93th anniversary. Representatives for a group seeking to recognize the 1930 lynching of George Hughes said the Texas Historical Commission is currently working on the wording for the marker that will be placed on the grounds of the Grayson County Courthouse — the site of the nearly century-old riot.

Good Morning: I love all kinds of music

By Jerrie Whiteley Herald Democrat Recently, I saw a social media post asking people to name the first concert they ever attended. In a knee-jerk reaction, I almost typed Garth Brooks’ name because I did see him at Fair Park back in the day before his status as a super star of country music kicked in.

Festival season starts with Sherman’s Arts Fest

Now that the “’ber” months are here, it is festival season in North Texas and things kick off in Grayson County with Sherman’s Arts Fest which is an area tradition stretching back more than 40 years. The event will be held Sept.17 at Kidd-Key Park.