6-25-04 - Sherman and other area cities are cracking down on fireworks within city limits this holiday season. Today, First News rode along with Sherman's Fire Marshal, and most people we questioned didn't understand the full extent of fireworks regulations.
The law is clear - it's illegal to even possess fireworks inside most city limits. That means customers who buy them outside the city and then bring them to their home are in violation of the law. Sherman also requires fireworks not be set off within 5,000 feet of city limits.
This summer, they're enforcing a no tolerance policy - which could land violators a hefty fine, in some cases us to $1,000.
4,000 children are injured every year from fireworks accidents - the most common injury was from a sparkler.
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
