Sunday Afternoon and Evening ... Scattered intense thunderstorms are expected, some severe. Large hail, high winds and the potential for isolated tornadoes will be the main threats. Locally heavy is rain also possible with these storms.
2-5-05- Voters in Van Alstyne approved propositions that will allow the sale of alcohol in the city limits. The measures passed by an overwhelming 2 to 1 margin.
Voters in Collin County also voted on the wet/ dry issue. In Anna, they narrowly passed two propositions that will allow the sale of beer, wine, and liquor, as well as the sale of alcohol in restaurants.
But voters in Melissa, Texas decided not to go wet. A proposition to allow the sale of alcoholic beverages for off-premisis comsumption narrowly failed.
Supporters say Saturday's vote will shape economic development for the cities in the future, but opponents say it will lower moral standards.
In Denison, voters approved a $6.3 million bond for road maintenance and improvements. The money will be spread out for improvements over the next 20 years.
Posted: 05/08/13 - The Sherman Public Library is very excited about our upcoming Summer Reading Club for children and teens. Children ages birth-11 can Dig into Reading and join the Youth Summer Reading Club. The theme for the Teen Summer Reading Club this year is Beneath the Surface and it is open to teens ages 12-18. Read More
Posted: 05/07/13 - DURANT, Okla. – Regent Terry Matlock will deliver remarks at Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s Spring Commencement, scheduled for Saturday, May 11, at Paul Laird Field. The ceremony (for all schools) will begin at 10 a.m. A reception will follow at 11:30 a.m. in the Visual & Performing Arts Center. Read More
Posted: 05/06/13 - SHERMAN, TEXAS—Members of the Austin College Class of 2013 are counting down the days until graduation—with both excitement and trepidation. Austin College President Marjorie Hass will present diplomas to more than 340 bachelor’s degree candidates and 18 Master of Arts in Teaching degree candidates who will take part in graduation events May 18 and 19 on campus. Read More
