Cheer takes center stage
Last weekend, local school cheer groups attended the second largest school cheer competition in the United States, and repped for the athletic program that combines dance, tumbling, stunting and school spirit.
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Sherman ISD Board receives update on accountability reports
The Sherman Independent School Board received an update on student performance and accountability reporting efforts Monday night. District administration gave a presentation with new information on results driven accountability reporting focused on special populations alongside an update on the annual Texas Academic Performance Report. "Tonight I will be presenting on our RDA, which is results driven accountability and also our Texas Academic Performance Report, or TAPR from the 2023-2024 school year,” SISD Chief Academic Officer Amy Pesina said.
Former GC medical director Mary Jo Tonelli turns 100
A Sherman woman who served the residents of Grayson County for more than 50 years in one way or another will turn 100 this weekend.
As growth hits Texoma, Denison searches for new grocers
As signs of a new grocery store continue to surface in Sherman, Denison officials are continuing their own efforts to recruit a new grocer to the community. City officials recently spoke on Denison's efforts to bring in what would be the city's third grocery store into the community and the challenges the city has faced.
PHOTOS: Community shares snow day photos
Locals shared photos of their snow covered yards throughout the region.
Area closures, delayed openings announced
With the National Weather Service has predicted 3-10 inches of snow to hit the North Texas and Southern Oklahoma areas Thursday and Friday, some area schools and businesses have already…
A decade of DAWG: Animal rescue group looks back at 10 years of work
As 2024 draws to a close, animal advocated in Denison are looking back at a decade of work in ensuring the city's four-legged residents have a home. The Denison Animal Welfare Group recently celebrated its 10th anniversary of rescuing and adopting out the stray and lost animals of Denison.
Year in Review: Voters said 'yes' to 2024 school bonds
There are several bond issues on the ballots for the 2024 May election. Grayson College, Whitesboro ISD and Tioga ISD each had school bonds on the ballots and voters put their support behind growth in location entities.
Year in Review: Expansion is the word for county government in 2024
Grayson County commissioners meet most Tuesday mornings of the year and discuss a variety of issues but for the past few years including this year, most of those issues can be traced back to one simple word: expansion.
Year in Review: Expansion is the word for county government in 2024
By Jerrie Whiteley / Herald Democrat Grayson County commissioners meet most Tuesday mornings of the year and discuss a variety of issues but for the past few years including this…