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TxDOT is teaming up with law enforcement to prevent drunk driving
TxDOT One person is killed every eight hours in alcohol-related traffic crashes in Texas The reckless act of drinking and driving could change your life… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Grayson County extends burn for 28 days
By Jerrie Whiteley, Herald Democrat This hot, dry weather may be about to break, but that won’t necessarily decrease the fire danger. For that reason, Grayson County leaders Tuesday extended…
Whitesboro Band will bring the dustbowl to life for halftime show
By Jerrie Whiteley, Herald Democrat The state championship marching Bearcat band at Whitesboro High School will take the field this fall to a selection of… Login to continue reading Login…
Denison declines PID petition for Courtyards at Katy Trail
Denison city leaders are declining a petition for a public improvement district that could bring needed infrastructure to a proposed development along Spur 503. Last week, the city council voted unanimously to deny a PID request related to the Courtyards at Katy Trail development, a 155-home community that would be targeted at residents ages 55 and over.
TxDOT makes Labor Day impaired driving warning; road reports
With just one week until the Labor Day holiday weekend, the Texas Department of Transportation is warning drivers of the penalties of impaired driving. In a news release issued Friday evening, the department warned that it is illegal for anyone under the age of 21 to have any detectable amount of alcohol in their system.
Southeastern alumna Ann Holloway to be inducted to Oklahoma Higher Education Hall of Fame
State Regent Emeritus and Southeastern Oklahoma State University alumna Ann Holloway will be one of 10 inductees into the 2024 class of the Oklahoma Higher Education Hall of Fame, as announced by the Oklahoma Higher Education Heritage Society.
Howe park plans take shape
Coming soon, Howe will be the location for a new farm-themed park. In a news release received this weekend, information says Connections Park was funded by a private donor along with Texoma Health Foundation.
Collin County man 3rd Choctaw Casino million dollar winner
Choctaw Casino & Resort - Durant announced its third and final millionaire of the season early Sunday morning, as part of the 2024 edition of 3 Months. 3 Millionaires. Chandra G. of Collin County, Texas, was declared the winner of the third $1 million grand prize drawing of the summer. He is one of three Rewards Club members who became instant millionaires, as Choctaw Casino & Resort – Durant gave away a total of $5.8 million this summer.