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Protest planned for this weekend
The Grayson County Courthouse will be the site of a protest this weekend. To be held on Flag Day, the protest is titled, "No Kings" and is meant to be a day of action in protest of "increasing authoritarian excesses and corruption of the Trump administration," a news release about the event said.
Sherman Animal Shelter approved for upgrades, security improvements
The Sherman Animal Shelter could soon receive much-needed upgrades to its facilities. In a unanimous vote Monday, the city council voted to approve a $53,578 contract with Onyx Construction Group of Van Alstyne for improvements to the shelter aimed at improving security and sanitation.
Tax Office back open
After a two-week closure to install and take training on new software, the Grayson County Tax Office is scheduled to be back open. During the time period between May 20 and June 3, the Grayson County Tax Office was not accepting payments.
Texas Historical Commission Honors Juneteenth
Celebrate freedom at a Juneteenth event this month
US Marshals, FBI Urge Public to report phone scams
Spoofers using government phone numbers, government employees’ names, demanding payment via bitcoin ATMs, prepaid cards TYLER, Texas - The U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) and the FBI are alerting the public of several imposter scams involving individuals claiming to be members of the USMS, court officers, or other law enforcement officials.
Sherman gives update on $11.5M Crossroads improvements
Sherman city officials recently gave an update on efforts to develop a a portion of the Sherman Crossroads Development. During the city's recent Capital Improvements Projects meeting, city leaders spoke on nearly $11.5 million of improvements that the city is considering to allow the site to be developed for a potential grocery tenant.
TxDOT issues warning about potential for flash flooding
The Texoma region is prone to flash flooding during rainy weather season known here as spring. While rain and the potential for thunderstorms comes several times a week, the Texas Department of Transportation is making sure the area knows what to do in case of inclement weather.
Austin College Awarded the IIE American Passport Project Grant
Austin College was among the fifth cohort of higher education institutions in the IIENetwork to support Pell-eligible students receive their first U.S. passport and open the pathway to study abroad.