Thurman Family Agricultural Endowment to Benefit Agriculture Students
The Thurman Family Agricultural Endowment at Texas A&M-University Commerce has been established by Steve Thurman and Kelly Thurman. The endowment will benefit students majoring in agribusiness and those participating on the Livestock and Meat Judging Teams.
“The endowment is our small way of supporting Texas A&M University-Commerce as the university equips men and women for the challenges of an agriculture career,” Thurman said.
Generations of the Thurman family have been involved in agriculture from small crop and livestock operations in Northeast Texas to agribusiness projects around the world.
“Agriculture certainly deserves the title of ‘The World’s Most Important Business;’ therefore, everyone acknowledges the importance of supporting the future of the ag industry,” Thurman said.
Dr. Randy Harp, dean of the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, stated that on average, a student who graduated in 2016 has about $37,000 in student loan debt. “One of our main goals is to reduce this debt for students as they graduate and embrace a career and a process of lifelong learning,” Harp said. “Scholarships for students are paramount.”
Thurman emphasized that with A&M-Commerce’s location being one of the most productive crop and livestock regions in Texas — as well as being only an hour from the Dallas area, which positions the university to embark on urban farming — the university and college are well-positioned to become a world-class institution of agricultural excellence.
“Kelly and I enthusiastically embrace the endeavors of the university leadership to make A&M-Commerce a world-class institution of agricultural excellence,” Thurman said.
Thurman is originally from Honey Grove, Texas, and received his bachelor’s in agribusiness in 1981 from East Texas State University, now A&M-Commerce. He was active on the Meat Judging Team during his time at ETSU and was the second high-point individual in the nation. He has worked in the global crop production industry for almost four decades and is president of Blue Norther Investments, LLC, a holding company that includes in its portfolio the agriculture consultancy firm 45th & Farm, LLC.
Kelly Thurman has led global sales teams at EDS, Sprint and Bristol Myers Squibb. She co-owns AdviSoar, which offers a program that trains sales professionals on how to sell multi-million dollar contracts. She is also an executive coach committed to developing the next generation of leaders to become executives.
About Texas A&M University-Commerce:
A&M-COMMERCE serves rural and metropolitan Northeast Texas with distinction, consistently delivering on a promise that our founder, Professor William Leonidas Mayo, made more than a century ago: “No industrious, ambitious youth shall be denied an education if I can prevent it.” Since our university’s humble beginnings, the mission to provide a high-quality, personal, accessible and affordable educational experience for a diverse community of learners remains unchanged.
Programs are delivered on-site at the Commerce campus as well as in Corsicana, Dallas, McKinney, Frisco and Mesquite. Many courses are also available online. Students may choose from more than 135 degree programs at the bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels. A vibrant student life experience includes 14 NCAA Division II athletic teams, a thriving Greek system and more than 120 student organizations.
About the A&M System: The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a budget of $4.69 billion. Through a statewide network of 11 universities and seven state agencies, the Texas A&M System educates more than 150,000 students and makes more than 22 million additional educational contacts through service and outreach programs each year. System-wide, research and development expenditures exceeded $996 million in FY 2017 and helped drive the state’s economy.
Early Voting Continues In Municipal, School Elections
Early voting continues Monday-Tuesday, April 29-30, in Como-Pickton and Yantis school board elections, Sulphur Springs City Council and special proposition elections and the Miller Grove ISD bond election.
Voting hours are extended Monday, April 29, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. in the Yantis ISD Board of Trustees Election. Early voting by personal appearance will resume from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, April 30, in the Early Voting Room inside Wood County Courthouse, 100 South Main St. in Quitman. Election Day voting will be conducted from 7 a.m. To 7 p.m. Saturday, May 4, in Yantis Elementary School foyer.
Yantis voters are asked to select up to two of the three candidates for two full-term seats on YISD Board of Trustees. Candidates are incumbent April Johnson and challengers Jennifer Larkin and Jeff Quinn.
Ballots in the Como-PCISD Board of Trustees Election may be cast in person from 8 a.m. To 4 pm. April 22-April 30 and Como-Pickton Administration Office. Election Day voting will be conducted from 7 a.m. To 7 p.m. Saturday, May 4, in Room 114 at Como-Pickton School (in front of building where general election was held).
Seven candidates have filed, seeking candidacy for one of four full-term at-large seats on C-P CISD school board; they include incumbents D.J. Carr and JJ Cummings, and challengers James R. “Jim” Murray, Lee Skidmore, Brittney Smith, Felecia Smith and Shane Wilton.
Shiloh Childress is unchallenged in his bid for the unexpired term seat. Shiloh Childress was appointed to fill the seat following trustee Greg Anglin’s resignation in December, to become the commissioner for Precinct 2 starting Jan. 1; Childress has filed to serve out the remained of that term.
Miller Grove ISD voters are asked to consider approving a $2 million bond election for a new multipurpose facility to be used as an elementary gymnasium, fine arts area with UIL approved stage, concessions and kitchen area; restrooms; and space for future classrooms, weight and locker rooms. Approving the bond would mean a $0.14 per $100 property value increase to the debt portion of the school tax rate.
Early voting by personal appearance in the Miller Grove ISD bond election will resume from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Tuesday, April 29-30. Voting will be conducted from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Election Day, Saturday, May 4. The high school gymnasium serves as the polling site for all voting in the MGISD bond election.
Voting in Sulphur Springs City Council and proposition elections will resume from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Tuesday, April 29-30. Election Day voting will be conducted from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, May 4. All voting in Sulphur Springs elections is being conducted in the second floor conference room at City Hall.
Sulphur Springs voters are asked to choose one of the two candidates in each of three places on the city council, and to consider approving 13 propositions for changes to the city charter. Candidates for Sulphur Springs City Council include, for Place 4, incumbent Freddie Taylor and challenger Reiko Alexander; for Place 5, Jeff Sanderson and incumbent Emily Glass; and for Place 6 (the remainder of an unexpired term), appointed incumbent Doug Moore and challenger Landon Thornton.
Miller Grove, Saltillo, Sulphur Bluff Athletes Qualify For State At Regional Track Meet
Athletes from Miller Grove, Saltillo and Sulphur Bluff qualify for State at Regional Track Meet, including 800-meter gold medalist Sienna Collins of Saltillo.
Photos by Cindy Roller
Track athletes from Miller Grove, Saltillo and Sulphur Bluff qualified for the State Track Meet at the Class A Region III Track Meet last week in Whitney.
In boys’ competition, Isaiah Billingsley and Kobe Robertson both from Miller Grove, qualified for state finishing first and second in the 3200-meter run. Both also qualified in the 1600-meter run with Robertson finishing first and Billingsley second. Robertson also qualified for state in the 800-meter run finishing first.
In girls’ competition, Jorja Bessonett qualified for both the 3200-meter run and 1600-meter run winning both races. Bailey Neal of Sulphur Bluff also qualified for state with a second place finish in the 3200-meter run. Sienna Collins of Saltillo also qualified for state in two events taking second in the 1600-meter run and winning the 800-meter run.
Other local athletes had notable finishes at the regional meet.
For boys, Garrett Tarver of Saltillo was third in the 3200-meter run and was fifth in the 800-meter run. Lance Verner Davis of Miller Grove was fifth in the 3200-meter run. Grant Earp of Miller Grove was third in the 1600-meter run. John Beadle of Saltillo was eighth in the 1600-meter run. Isaiah Billingsley was third in the 800-meter run. Matt Brignon of Miller Grove was fourth in the 800-meter run and fifth in the 400-meter run. Ben Moore of Saltillo was third in the long jump and eighth in the triple jump. Matt Gurley of Saltillo was 11th in the long jump. Hunter Carpenter of Sulphur Bluff was ninth in pole vault.
For girls, Jolee Fox of Miller Grove was third in the 3200-meter run and fourth in the 1600-meter run. Bailey Neal of Sulphur Bluff was fifth in the 1600-meter run. Jada Wade of Sulphur Bluff was fourth in the 400-meter run. Cassidy Seaney was seventh in the 400-meter run. Miller Grove took fifth place in the 4×400-meter relay race. Makenna Morgan of Sulphur Bluff was fifth in the discus and sixth in the shot put. Montana Wetzel of Yantis was ninth in the shot put.
The State Track Meet for Class A takes place Friday, May 10 at Mike A. Myers Stadium at UT Austin.
Sulphur Springs City Council Candidate Profiles
Voting in the May 4 Sulphur Springs City Council and special charter proposition elections continues with early voting from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, April 29-30. Election Day voting will be from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, May 4. All voting in city elections is being conducted in the second floor conference room at City Hall.
Voters are asked to consider approving 13 changes to the Sulphur Springs Home Rule Charter and to select one of the two candidates listed on the ballot in each of the three council races.
To help voters who have yet to cast their ballots learn a little more about the six council candidates, KSST asked each to provide information about themselves and their candidacy, including their reasons for seeking a seat on Sulphur Springs City Council. Those responses are shared here, in ballot order by Place.
City Council Place 4 Candidates
Freddie Taylor, incumbent candidate for Place 4, Sulphur Springs City Council
Name, place sought: Freddie Taylor, Candidate for City Council, Place 4
Family Information: My wife is Rita V. Taylor, who is employed with Sulphur Springs ISD. We have 5 children, Erica (30), Ethan (28), Mia (26), Ayana (24) and Imani (18).
Occupation, brief job description: Store Manager at VF Outlet for nearly twenty-five (25) years
Education, training, special skills, experience: Education, training, special skills, experience: Attended Troy University – Troy, Alabama and received a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Business Administration, with a minor in Criminal Justice.
Why are you seeking this office? It has been an honor and a privilege to serve on council in the great City of Sulphur Springs. I believe that my faith, commitment, integrity, and experience have afforded me the opportunity to assist in the growth, development and success of our community. My objective is simply to continue the progress that has been made thus far. Our City is headed in a positive direction, and I want the opportunity to ensure that Sulphur Springs continues to grow and prosper.
Top areas of concern, need or challenges in the office you are seeking, and your plan to address them? Any issue that is presented to Council is always of great importance. Some specific areas of emphasis include continuing the improvement of infrastructures and business expansion; repairing more streets effectively; and upgrading local parks by collaborating with the community. It is my obligation to ensure that tax payer’s dollars are utilized in a manner that gives the city the biggest return on its investments. I believe that my work experience and the ability to work well with others, has equipped me to make informed decisions to address the needs of the entire community.
What do you feel is most important for the public to know about you and your candidacy? When I was elected to City Council, I took an oath to serve ALL citizens of Sulphur Springs. I have no hidden agendas or an ax to grind. My desire is to continue to listen to the various concerns of our citizens and make decisions to meet those needs. My parents raised me in a Christian environment and taught me the value of service and hard work. These are qualities that I have applied to own life and family. As I have shared before, Christ is my true role model of servanthood. “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve…” (Mark 10:45) It is sincerely my desire to serve with the heart of Christ.
Thank you for support and I would greatly appreciate your vote.
Name, place sought: My name is Reiko Alexander. I am running for place 4 on City Council. I was born and raised in Sulphur Springs.
Family Information: My parents are the late Cleveland and Wanda Alexander, who passed away in 2009 and 2001, respectively. I am blessed with three wonderful children, Shaquille, China and Iverson who is currently serving in the military.
Occupation, brief job description/education, training, special skills, experience: I have more than ten plus years of executive experience in management, accounting, finance, purchasing and customer service.
Why are you seeking this office? A few years ago I attended council meetings and it gave me some concerns that the entire city was not being represented. We have a great city and it’s a great place to raise kids but there’s just not a lot to offer our youth. I seen the problem and this made me want to be part of the solution.
Top areas of concern, need or challenges in the office you are seeking, and your plan to address them? Areas of concern: I would love to see a future recreation center developed for our youth. I think a crime watch program should be re-started and active in all the neighborhoods, so that the community can work with the local law enforcement agency and build a good relationship. Everyone needs to feel safe in any community that they live in Sulphur Springs. In addition, make sure our Police Dept. and Fire Dept. is appropriately staffed, fully funded and those public servants paid an income that is comparable to the surrounding cities of our size. I will also work to ensure that all city employees are paid a decent wage, treated with respect and have benefits, so they can have a peace of mind to care for their families. I would like to see the city and county work together on projects that can overlap and benefit all the residents of Hopkins County, such as a county/city animal shelter.
What do you feel is most important for the public to know about you and your candidacy? Most importantly I feel it is important that the public understands that I’m not running to gain anything, I am running to be a voice for those who don’t have a voice. I am running to stand up for equality for everyone. I am far from perfect but I will give my all to do what’s best for everyone.
City Council Place 5 Candidates
Name, place sought: My name is Jeff Sanderson and I am excited and proud to announce my candidacy for City Council, Place 5 in the upcoming May 4th election. I was born and raised in this county and have lived most of my life as a resident of Sulphur Springs.
Family Information: I am the son of Opal and the late Jim Sanderson and the grandson of the late Shirley and T.L. Sanderson. My wife is Anitha and she is the Chief Nursing Officer at Christus Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs. Together we have two children: Allison Miesse and Hunter Smith along with five grandchildren.
Occupation, brief job description/education, training, special skills, experience: This year I will celebrate 20 years serving the community as a critical care paramedic with Hopkins County EMS. I serve as Ambulance Strike Team Leader, Ambulance Staging Manager and AMBUS Coordinator for Texas Emergency Medical Task Force, Region 4.
I am proud to say that I have been endorsed by the Sulphur Springs Firefighters Association, Hopkins County Professional Firefighters Association and for the first time in city council election history publicly endorsed by the Sulphur Springs Law Enforcement Association.
Why are you seeking this office? My goal in seeking this office is to offer support to this great community and be a voice for all citizens regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, or socio-economic status. We made great strides in the last election to change the face of city council. If elected, I will work diligently for the people to bring new ideas to the table, as well as continue with the current efforts of our city council for revitalization, promotion of business growth, and making improvements in our city.
Top areas of concern, need or challenges in the office you are seeking, and your plan to address them? Top areas of concern are: 1. Ensuring safety of the citizens through management and oversight of city emergency resources (fire & law-enforcement); 2. General, park and street improvements to ALL areas of the city; 3. Create (and maintain) a city that is economically stable through growth and development; 4. Ensure city council business is conducted in a manner that is fair and just for ALL citizens.
What do you feel is most important for the public to know about you and your candidacy? What I feel is most important for the public to know about me and my candidacy is I am an honest man…I want to be a voice for ALL people…and my heart is in making Sulphur Springs the best it can be…a place we can all be proud to call home.
Name, place sought: Emily Glass, Reelection to Place 5
Family information: My family has been in Hopkins County since the 1890s. My husband, Garrett, and I have three kids, ages 7, 5 and 5 months.
Occupation, brief job description: VP-Compliance Officer for Alliance Bank
Education, training, special skills, experience: After graduating from Sulphur Bluff, I attended Texas A&M University-Commerce for both my bachelor and master’s degrees. I have served on city council for the previous six years. Additionally, I have served on the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, as a member of the United Way Budget Allocations Committee, as President for the Sulphur Bluff Scholarship Foundation Board, the Veterans Ball Committee, as secretary for the Hopkins County Adult Leadership Class, as numerous officer positions in the Dial Study Club, on the Finance Committee of Wesley United Methodist Church, as President for the Texas A&M University-Commerce Hopkins County Alumni Association and as an executive member of the Ark-Tex Council of Governments. I believe you only truly learn the needs of a city when you serve that city.
Why are you seeking this office? I believe that we are not entitled to a great place to live. We must work to make it great. I believe in being a good steward of the taxpayers’ funds by seeking grants, as well. I am committed to not only attending meetings, but I am committed to showing up informed of the items on the agenda. I do my due diligence and research issues versus making a quick decision.
Top areas of concern, need or challenges in the office you are seeking, and your plan to address them? I recognize that both time and money are finite resources, and it is vital that we are good stewards of both. I plan to continue to make myself readily available so that I am able to more fully understand an issue. I also plan to continue supporting grant applications to help spread our funds more.
What do you feel is most important for the public to know about you and your candidacy? I have learned many of the needs of Sulphur Springs through my many years of service to this community. I make factually-based decisions as opposed to feelings-based decisions. I will always research an issue before coming to a conclusion.
City Council Place 6 Candidates
Name, place sought: My name is Doug Moore and I am running for Place 6 on the Sulphur Springs City Council.
Family information: I am married to Susan Gulley Moore, a retired teacher with the SSISD and 53 year resident of Sulphur Springs. We raised our two children Steve and Stacy Moore here. They still reside here along with our grandchildren Jolea Moore, Maverick Moore and Jett Moore.
Occupation, brief job description/education, training, special skills, experience: After graduating from Texas Tech University in 1975 with a degree in accounting I moved to Sulphur Springs. I have lived in Sulphur Springs for 43 year. I have worked as a CPA in private practice, as part owner of Buster Paving Company and Co-owner of Medicine Chest Pharmacies, a 29 store chain that we started here in Sulphur Springs and where we maintained, until my retirement, the corporate headquarters for our 600 employee company. I am currently retired from those endeavors. I have also served on Sulphur Springs Planning and Zoning Commission, multiple non-profit positions, for-profit boards and for the past year on the Sulphur Springs City Council and the Economic Development Corporation. I have been a member of First Baptist Church since 1975.
Why are you seeking this office? As a retired businessman and longtime resident, I want to use my experiences in business to help guide the City in the coming years. The City has a large budget and the need to properly utilize those funds. I want Sulphur Springs to continue becoming an even better place to live and raise families. We need input from all citizens to be the best that we can be. It doesn’t matter what you know if you’re not motivated by the right reasons. My desire is to truly serve the people to make this an even greater community than it already is.
Top areas of concern, need or challenges in the office you are seeking, and your plan to address them? The streets, water and sewer are a top priority. We have some water and sewer lines that are 100 years old. We can’t kick this problem into the future for the upcoming generations to worry about. The problem will only get worse if not addressed now. I also feel that we must strive to maintain good morale among our city employees. We have great employees and must strive to recognize and appreciate all they do, from the City Manager on down. We also need to find a way to generate more public interest in sharing good ideas. Everyone has different knowledge and experience and sharing that can only make us a better community.
What do you feel is most important for the public to know about you and your candidacy?
This community has been a great place for me and my family. I want to do what I can to make sure that all citizens of Sulphur Springs can make this same statement.
Name, place sought: Landon Thornton, Place 6
Family information: Mother: Jill Thornton, Father: Jody Thornton, Brother: Jarrett Thornton, Sister: Debra Thornton, Grandparents: Ed & Karen Thornton.
Occupation, brief job description: Student / Atwoods Hardware Department Manager
Education, training, special skills, experience: Sulphur Spring High School, Attending UT Tyler to continue my understanding of business and entreprenuership planning to graduate with an MBA.
Why are you seeking this office? As a young member of the community I see a growing need for the my generation to start taking a vested interest in our flourishing community that the current and previous generations have provided for us. It will soon be our job as young men and women to continue the growth and development that Sulphur Springs has enjoyed. I strongly believe that being on the city council doesn’t just mean going to meetings once a month but asking questions everyday, going to the job sites, and projects approved by the city council ensuring that what the council approves is being accomplished at the highest level for the citizens of Sulphur Springs.
What do you feel is most important for the public to know about you and your candidacy? Hello, my name is Landon Thornton, I am a proud Christian, runner, and citizen born and raised in Sulphur Springs. Today I seek to serve you on the City Council. I offer my strong conservative values that have helped guide me my entire life, along with my ability and love to find solutions to the problems that face me, and finally my aptitude to stand for what I believe in. Leadership like this I believe will help further the continued growth and development of our community. A community with strong values comes with the need for strong leadership! I pray that I may have your support support in this upcoming election. Thank you!
North Hopkins Golf Team Places 3rd At Region Tourney, To Play At State
The North Hopkins Golf Team placed third at the Regional Golf Tournament that was played at the Old Brickyard Golf Course in Ferris, Texas, and will be playing at the State Tournament at the Roy Kizer Municipal Golf Course in Austin, May 20-21, reports Head Coach Danna Lewis.
They had a two-day total of 689. Evan Lewis places fifth with a two day total of 151. He shot a 76 and 75. The team includes Cooper Adams, Ryan Reed, Evan Lewis, Kevin Clement, and Eastan Lewis.
The North Hopkins Golf Team that placed third at region includes Cooper Adams, Ryan Reed, Evan Lewis, Kevin Clement, and Eastan Lewis.
North Hopkins Baseball Team Evens Big District Series With Como-Pickton Saturday, Deciding Game Monday in SS
| The North Hopkins Panthers baseball team came from behind to defeat Como-Pickton, 10-6 Saturday at Como-Pickton to even the district championship deciding series at one game apiece. The deciding game of the series will take place Monday at 7 p.m. at Sulphur Springs’ Wildcat Park.Saturday night, the Panthers jumped out in front with two runs in the top of the second. The Eagles moved ahead with a grand slam home run in the bottom of the third by Micah Flemens to make it a 4-2 game. North Hopkins tied the game with two runs in the top of the fourth to make it 4-4. The Panthers scored two more in the fifth and four more runs in the sixth to go up 10-4. The Eagles chipped away with single runs in the sixth and seventh to make it 10-6 but that’s the way it ended. The Panthers outhit the Eagles 11 to one. The Panthers had no errors and the Eagles had one. Both pitching staffs issues lots of walks. North Hopkins walked eight Eagles and hit six batters. Como-Pickton walked 11. Dylan Wiggins also had an RBI for the Eagles. Wiggins took the pitching loss for Como-Pickton going 5 2/3 innings allowing 11 hits and 10 runs with three strikeouts. Andrew Rasgado faced one batter and walked him. Caemon Wilburn pitched the final 1 1/3 innings allowing no runs or hits striking out two and walking three. Wyatt Wharton got the pitching win for North Hopkins going five innings allowing one hit and five runs with nine strikeouts and seven walks. Kevin Clement pitched the last two innings allowing no hits and one run with four strikeouts and one walk. Big hitters for North Hopkins included Jessie Rivera who was 3 for 3 with a run scored, a double and two RBI’s, Colby Cameron who was 1 for 4 with two RBI’s, Victor Rojo who was 1 for 2 with two runs scored, a sacrifice fly and two RBI’s, Branson Thomas who was 1 for 3 with a run scored and an RBI, Brycen Gillespie who was 1 for 4 with two runs scored, a double and an RBI, Caleb Wyatt who was 3 for 5 with a run scored and Geoffrey Stewart who was 1 for 2 with three runs scored. Como-Pickton stole seven bases and North Hopkins swiped six. ReplyForward |
Lady Cat Sadavia Porter Qualifies for State Track Meet
Lady Cat sprinter Sadavia Porter, on the track at UT Arlington where she will run in college, qualified for the state meet at the Region II Class 5A Meet Saturday. Porter finished second in the 100-meter dash. She also competed in the 200-meter dash and in the 4×100-meter relay. The State Track Meet takes place Friday, May 10 at the Mike A. Myers Stadium at UT Austin.
Sulphur Bluff Bears Golf Team Headed to State Tournament
The Sulphur Bluff Bears Golf Team qualified for the state tournament at the Region III Golf Tournament last week at Glen Rose. The Bears took third place at the two-day regional tournament shooting rounds of 400 each day. Trayton South led the Bears with rounds of 86 and 82 and he had the fourth best score at the tourney. Other members of the Bears Golf Team are Hunter Wallis, Montana Hurley, David Rosas and Eli Ham. Two Bears competed as individuals at the regional tournament: Ryan Vance and Brandon Branom. Sulphur Bluff Superintendent Dustin Carr, also serves as the Bears’ golf coach. The Class A State Tournament will take place May 20-21 at Lions’ Municipal Course in Austin.
Wildcats Baseball, Lady Cats Softball Playoff Schedule
The Wildcats’ baseball bi-district schedule has been set. The Wildcats, a fourth place district seed, are taking on District 16-5A champion Hallsville in a best two out of three series. All games will be played at Mike Carter Field in Tyler. Weather permitting, game one will take place Wednesday (May 1) at 7 p.m. Game two is scheduled for Friday at 5:30 p.m. Game three, if necessary, is scheduled for Saturday at 1 p.m.
Meanwhile the Lady Cats’ softball team has a best two out of three Area round series against Midlothian this week. All of their games are scheduled for Royse City. Weather permitting, game one is scheduled for Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Game two is scheduled for Thursday at 5 p.m. Game three, if necessary, is scheduled for Saturday at noon. The Lady Cats, champs of District 15-5A, won their bi-district series with Whitehouse 14-4 and 6-3. Midlothian, second place team in District 14-4A, defeated Mesquite Poteet in bi-district 8-7 and 16-6.
Intersection Signals, Beacons Set for Six Locations in Four Counties
April 26, 2019
PARIS – Texas Department of Transportation officials today announced that a project to upgrade existing traffic signals, and install flashing beacons or intersection warning beacons at six locations in four counties in Northeast Texas will begin the week of April 29.
Contractor SJ&J Construction LLC was granted 100 working days, weather permitting, to complete this project valued at more than $200,000. The target completion date for this project funded by the Federal Hazard Elimination Program is the fall of 2019, officials said.
The contractor will perform the following work at these intersections in the nine-county Paris District: Franklin County: FM 115 at FM 1448, install flashing beacon. Hopkins County: State Highway 19 at FM 2285, install advance intersection warning beacon. Lamar County: FM 195 (20th Street) at BU 82H (Lamar Street); BU 271B (Clarksville Street) at Collegiate Drive; and US 82 at FM 38, upgrade existing signal and add pedestrian features. Red River County: State Highway 37 at BU 37C, install flashing beacon.
Officials said these roadways will remain open to traffic at all times, and access to adjacent properties will be maintained while this work is underway.
Motorists who travel regularly in this area should remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such as cell phones, eating, drinking, or car audio or navigation systems.
For more information, contact [email protected] or (903) 737-9213.
