Nacogdoches officials searching for missing 16-year-old
NACOGDOCHES, Texas – Nacogdoches County Sheriff’s Office is asking for public assistance in finding a missing teen.
Officials said that 16-year-old Sean William Fuller was last seen on Feb. 17 leaving a residence in the 2000 block of South FM 225 in Nacogdoches County.
Fuller is an African American male that weighs approximately 115 pounds and is about 5-feet, 11-inches in height and was last seen wearing a black, red, grey and white “poncho-style” hoodie, blue jeans and white shoes, according to a release.
If you have information on Fuller or his whereabouts, contact the Nacogdoches County Sheriff’s Office at 936-560-7777.
Hopkins County Chambers Of Commerce Banquet Award Winners
Feb. 21, 2023- The Hopkins County Chambers Of Commerce Banquet was Feb 16 and several members of the community were selected and given awards during the banquet. The awards were Given to those who were outstanding in their fields. The award winners of the event were:
Caregiver of the Year, selected by the Pilot Club – Carlie Penson
Growth and Renewal Award, selected by the Downtown Business Alliance – Linda Galligher
Ambassador of the Year – Kim Beck
Outstanding Agriculturalist of the Year – Bonnie Huffstetler
Community Pride Award, selected by the 1994 Leadership Class – CANHelp
Educators of the Year – Auxiliar Educator, Jason Blanchard, Como-Pickton Paraprofessional Educator, Daryl Franklin, Como-Pickton Professional Educator, Talisa Harris, SSISD
Bobby McDonald Vision Award – John Sellers
Woman of the Year, selected by Beta Sigma Phi – Cathey Williams
Small Business of the Year – Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home
Large Business of the Year – Signature Solar
Citizens of the Year – Dr. David and Pam Black
Iowa Resident Arrested for Theft of Wallet
February 21, 2023 – Alexandria Mae Newton is in Hopkins County Jail, following her arrest for theft of a wallet. Inside the wallet was $100 and a driving licence.
Employees of a local business witnessed Newton removing items that did not belong to her. Newton managed to exit the building with the items. Police arrived in time to catch her walking away from the business. Once arrested, Newton did not want to identify herself.
Newton has an extensive criminal past. In Des Moines, IA in 2019 Newton was charged with homicide by reckless driving, diving without insurance, driving with a suspended license, failure to obey a traffic control device and failure to render aid and provide information at a crash scene after crashing her mother’s vehicle. The sole occupant of the other vehicle died of his injures. Newton admitted to police she had been drinking prior to the crash. See that story here.
Newton and another subject were arrested at the same business during the same disturbance. The second individual may have been providing a getaway vehicle. The connection between Newton, a resident of Iowa, the other arrestee who resides in Ohio, and this Sulphur Springs business is unclear.
If you have an emergency, dial 9-1-1
The Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office is located at 298 Rosemont Sulphur Springs, TX 75482. You can reach them for non-emergency matters at (903) 438-4040.
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital News Release Feb. 20, 2023
Sulphur Springs, Texas, February 20, 2023 – CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs has ONE mission: To Extend the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ.
New Primary Care Provider
CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic is excited to welcome Rebecca Couch, Nurse Practitioner, to our team of Primary Care providers. Rebecca Couch is now accepting new patients at 105 Medical Circle, (Medical Building 1). To schedule an appointment, please call 903.885.3181.
February is Heart Month
Give your heart some love. A simple heart scan called “Coronary Calcium Scoring” can detect your risk of cardiovascular disease. This noninvasive exam takes only minutes to perform and can detect heart disease in early stages. This a screening that is good for all men and women ages 40-70 with an intermediate risk for coronary artery disease. Cardiac CT Calcium Scoring Scan is only $75 at CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital- Sulphur Springs. You can schedule an appointment by calling 903.606.4019.
Hopkins County Health Care Foundation Lights of Life Gala
Tickets for the 2023 Lights of Life Gala tickets are now on sale. This year’s event will be on April 22, 2023 and include dinner, dancing, and live and silent auctions. For tickets, please visit
NEWS RELEASE
the Gala website: LOLGala2023.givesmart.com. For more information, please contact the Foundation at [email protected] or 903.438.4799.
New Service Available: Peritoneal Dialysis
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital- Sulphur Springs is now offering inpatient peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis for patients battling End-Stage Renal Disease with an acute hospitalization need. We are excited to have these services available in our community.
For questions about the CHRISTUS Mother Frances – Sulphur Springs Inpatient Peritoneal Dialysis or Hemodialysis, please contact Dana Ingram at 903-438-4409 or [email protected].
Catalytic Converter Thief Arrested
Feb. 20, 2023- Christopher Lee Price was arrested Saturday Feb. 18 by Officer A. Chaney for the theft of 8 catalytic converters on CR 1106.
Hopkins County Sheriffs Office Communications received a call in reference to multiple cars on the victims property in which all the catalytic converters had been removed from the vehicles located on the property. The victim stated that they suspected, Price ,who had been over to the victims dairy to work, to be the suspect. Officer Chaney arrived to the scene and made contact with the victim to discuss a way to bring Price back to the property to speak with the officer. Price was contacted by the victim to come to the property, shortly after Price arrived at the scene and was met by the officer at the driveway. Officer Chaney then read Price his rights and shortly after Price admitted to only one of the thefts, although the 7 other cars had fresh cut marks and converters removed. A short time later Officer Chaney returned to Price with the victim and once again asked about the converters, Price then admitted to all 8 of the thefts being caused by him. Price admitted to using a reciprocating saw to cut through the catalytic converters to take them, he also admitted that the saw was currently stored in the trunk of his car. Price consented to the search of his trunk and the rest of the car. The vehicle was photographed and evidence was taken from the vehicle. Officer Todd Evans arrived on scene to transport Price to jail where he was released to jail staff.
This is not the first time Price has been in jail. He was arrested in 2022 for aggravated robbery of a Cooper Tx convenience store. During that robbery he wore a face covering, and displayed a firearm tucked into his waistband. Surveillance video played a key role in his identification and arrest. His bail at that time was $150,000 on the Felony 1 charge.
Price was booked with 8 counts of theft of a catalytic converter of an amount over $2500
If you have an emergency, dial 9-1-1
The Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office is located at 298 Rosemont Sulphur Springs, TX 75482. You can reach them for non-emergency matters at (903) 438-4040.
Human Trafficking Courses Bring Awareness, Volunteer Opportunities To A&M-Commerce Students
COMMERCE, TX—Students at Texas A&M University-Commerce are gaining awareness of human trafficking thanks to the university’s newly developed undergraduate and graduate courses. The courses also provide volunteer opportunities for students to help trafficking victims.
The U.S. Department of Justice defines human trafficking as “a crime that involves compelling or coercing a person to provide labor or services, or to engage in commercial sex acts.”
According to a Department of Homeland Security report, human trafficking generates an estimated $150 billion annually, with traffickers victimizing an estimated 25 million people worldwide each year.
Lyndsey Norris is a clinical instructor for the School of Social Work at A&M-Commerce. Following years of research, she is working toward her doctorate in higher education focusing on human trafficking research.
She initially developed an intensive master’s level course on the subject offered to A&M-Commerce social work students. The success of the graduate course encouraged Norris to develop an undergraduate course available to all A&M-Commerce students, regardless of their major.
The undergraduate course is available during the winter mini term. Students learn the various forms of human trafficking, identify the human cost of buying cheaper items made possible by human trafficking and discuss human smuggling, which can often lead to human trafficking.
“Another real eye-opener is the number of college students nationwide who participate in sugar dating,” Norris said.
She explained that sugar dating, also known as “sugaring,” occurs when students engage in relationships with older, wealthy individuals to offset the high costs of attending college without falling into student debt. Norris said the practice often falls under or turns into human trafficking.
Zachariah Branham, a junior majoring in social work at A&M-Commerce, said the undergraduate course increased his awareness and vigilance.
“This experience showed me the importance of being fully aware of my surroundings, especially when I’m with my wife and daughter,” Branham said. “Now that I’ve been educated on the realities of human trafficking, it’s hard not to look for the signs wherever I go.”
The graduate-level human trafficking course is available to social work students each summer.
“We go into greater detail about several types of human trafficking in the United States and worldwide, including sex trafficking, labor trafficking and organ trafficking,” Norris said. “We also review related governmental policies and entities, including the Trafficking in Persons Report, the U.S. Congress, the Department of Justice, and the United Nations.”
The course also investigates Texas directives and coalitions focused on human trafficking.
“Texas is second in the nation behind California for the number of human trafficking incidents,” Norris reported. “Students learn why Texas is such a hot spot, including its sheer size, the border with Mexico, and the number of major interstates running through the state.”
Natalie Shelton is pursuing her master’s degree in social work at A&M-Commerce.
“This course dives deep into the undercurrent of the human trafficking epidemic,” Shelton said. “The curriculum reveals the factors that lead marginalized populations to be subject to trafficking and the elusive operations traffickers utilize in their execution of modern slavery.”
Edgar Salazar Breaks Scoring Record in Blowout of North Lamar
Coach Alexi Upton was quick to report Friday night’s result. `
Wildcats soccer easily dispatched North Lamar 7-2 on Friday, Feb. 17.
The biggest storyline from a dominant win over the Panthers though came in the form of Edgar Salazar, who scored six goals in Paris.
North Lamar had no idea what hit them when the Wildcat took the field, scoring six times in Friday’s win. Salazar also scored four of the first five in the 7-2 win in Paris.
In doing so, the Wildcat broke the all-time scoring record in a game for men’s soccer.
Also scoring in Friday’s 7-2 win was Jaxon Haire.
Assisting on goals in the demolishing of North Lamar was Eric Rodriguez and Jose Rodriguez (both with two), as well as Uriel Santacruz and Bryan Medina.
Another big storyline from Friday’s win at North Lamar was the fact that Wildcats soccer has now won six straight district games, wrapping up round of district play going 6-0.
Sulphur Springs remains 1.5 games ahead of second-place Paris, who is 4-1 entering their Tuesday home match with Chapel Hill.
Coach Alexi Upton and his team take a much-needed breather after a busy few weeks, taking Tuesday off.
District play resumes Friday with round two beginning at Liberty Eylau.
That game kicks off in Texarkana Friday, Feb. 24 at 7:15 P.M.
KSST is proud to be the official Wildcat and Lady Cat Station. We broadcast Sulphur Springs ISD games year round live on radio. When allowed, we also broadcast games via our YouTube channel.
Wildcats Basketball Bi-District Playoff Set For Tuesday
Coach Brandon Shaver and his team are all too ready to get back out there.
Following a 10-0 district season, Wildcats basketball is riding high and set to begin the playoff push.
The Sulphur Springs coach confirmed Saturday that his squad takes on Lindale in the Bi-District round of playoffs.
The Eagles enter the opening round 22-10 on the season, having been seeded fourth in 16-4A. They tied Bronsboro for third, only to lose the tiebreaker.
Now, Lindale squares off with Wildcats basketball in the Bi-District round.
Tuesday’s playoff opener takes place at Forney High School.
The playoff push begins for Sulphur Springs on Tuesday, Feb. 21 at 6 P.M.
Tuesday’s Bi-District playoff game will be broadcasted onto KSST 1230 AM.
KSST is proud to be the official Wildcat and Lady Cat Station. We broadcast Sulphur Springs ISD games year round live on radio. When allowed, we also broadcast games via our YouTube channel.
Lady Cats Soccer Completes Perfect First Half of District Play
Coach Adriana Brena and Lady Cats soccer are riding high, beating North Lamar 8-1 on Friday. That win at home last week also wraps up a perfect 4-0 first half of district play.
Sulphur Springs won in all phases of the game; their offense kept the goals coming and their defense stifled and hampered any sort of Pantherette comeback.
At the break, Coach Brena and her squad held a demoralizing 5-0 lead.
Before North Lamar could even blink, they trailed 2-0 thanks to two early goals scored by Kylie Clark.
The junior has now scored 11 goals on the season, averaging almost one per game.
Another junior, Anna Williams then put her make on Friday nights home win with two goals of her own, scoring the third and second-to-last ones in the 8-1 blowout victory. Williams is just shy of double-figure scoring, now with eight on the year.
Three more Lady Cats piled on in the huge district win; Jolea Moore, Rebekah Stanley and Haylee Schultz all put the ball in the net Friday.
The three aforementioned athletes from Sulphur Springs have combined for 30 goals on the year, as well as assisting on 10 more.
But following a crushing 8-1 victory over North Lamar, Sulphur Springs is still perfect at 4-0 in district play.
The soccer team is 11-5 overall.
More importantly, following their blowout of the Pantherettes, the Lady Cats have now wrapped up a perfect first half of district play.
Coach Adriana Brena informed KSST that the women’s varsity soccer team has added a game to their schedule, playing in Lindale Tuesday.
That game is again varsity only and will kickoff in Lindale at 6 P.M.
KSST is proud to be the official Wildcat and Lady Cat Station. We broadcast Sulphur Springs ISD games year round live on radio. When allowed, we also broadcast games via our YouTube channel.
Paris District Road Report for February 20, 2023
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Feb. 20, 2023. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to 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.
Sherman Area (Fannin, Grayson Counties)
Contacts: Sherman Area Office (903) 892-6529; Grayson Co. Maintenance (903) 893-8831; Fannin Co. Maintenance (903) 583-7566.
Travelers along the US 75 frontage roads in Van Alstyne should be aware that yield signs have been changed to stop signs at the entrance ramps and exit ramps between Farmington/Blythe Road and County Line Road/Panther Parkway.
US 75, Grayson County: from FM 1417 to SH 91 (Texoma Parkway). Watch for shoulder closures and lane shifts on the northbound and southbound US 75 main lanes between SH 91 and FM 1417 as crews work on building new main lanes, bridges, and retaining walls. Watch for lane closures on the frontage roads between FM 1417 and SH 91. A reduced speed limit of 60 mph on the US 75 mainlanes has been set for this construction project.
The eastbound US 82 exit ramp to US 75 is temporarily closed in order for crews to make the connection of the new exit ramp to US 82 and the frontage roads. Motorists traveling eastbound on US 82 are advised to use the FM 131 / Travis Street exit (Exit 641) and follow the eastbound frontage road to access US 75.
North Travis Street (FM 131) is closed to through traffic at the US 75 intersection in order for crews to work on the new southbound US 75 bridge. During the closure traffic is asked to take the frontage roads to Taylor Street and Washington Street as a detour. The intersection is expected to reopen to thru traffic on March 10, weather permitting.
The northbound and southbound US 75 frontage road intersections with Center Street have been converted to an all-way stop. Traffic on the frontage roads is asked to pay attention to the advanced warning signs and new stop signs, and approach the intersection prepared for a stop there.
Lamar Street and Houston Street under US 75 are closed to through traffic with detour signs in place to guide motorists around these intersections.
Eastbound Lamar Street traffic will turn right on the southbound US 75 frontage road, turn left on Center Street, and turn left on the northbound US 75 frontage road to return to eastbound Lamar Street. Video animation of this detour can be seen at the following link.
https://youtu.be/5LrCpdOA8OQ
Westbound Houston Street traffic will turn right on the northbound US 75 frontage road, turn left on Washington Street, and turn left on the southbound US 75 frontage road to return to westbound Houston Street. Video animation of this detour can be seen at the following link.
https://youtu.be/7jCatnI3Oq4
These switches will allow crews to reconstruct the proposed US 75 mainlanes and the bridge over Lamar and Houston Streets. The US 75 northbound frontage road traffic is reduced to one travel lane, but two travel lanes remain for northbound US 75 mainlane traffic. A concrete barrier separates the northbound frontage road and mainlane traffic. Video animation of this alignment can be seen at the following link.
https://youtu.be/y_uO0UmpCzk
For southbound US 75 the frontage road traffic is reduced to one travel lane, but two travel lanes remain for southbound US 75 mainlane traffic. A concrete barrier separates the southbound frontage road and mainlane traffic. Video animation of this alignment can be seen at the following link.
https://youtu.be/k2EG2W9rFJY
US 75, Grayson County: at the US 82 intersection. Watch for shoulder closures on the northbound and southbound US 75 main lanes between South Loy Lake Road and Lamberth Street as crews work on building new exit and entrance ramps. Watch for shoulder closures and lane shifts on the eastbound and westbound US 82 main lanes between FM 131 and Loy Lake Road while crews work on building new exit and entrance ramps. Watch for lane closures and lane shifts for the frontage roads at the US 75 and US 82 intersection as crews work on construction of new frontage road lanes.
FM 1417, Grayson County: from US 82 to SH 56. Watch for lane shifts and shoulder closures between US 82 and SH 56 while crews construct the new roadway pavement. The ultimate roadway will be a four-lane divided section with turn lanes. A reduced speed limit of 45 mph has been set for this construction project. The West Cypress Grove Road intersection on the east side of FM 1417 is closed to through traffic to allow crews to work on paving at the intersection. During the closure, traffic wishing to use Cypress Grove Road is asked to use Mimosa Drive and Redbud Trail as a detour route. Mainlane traffic has been switched to the new concrete section between Lamberth Street and SH 56. The intersection of Washington Street on the west side of FM 1417 is closed to traffic in order for crews to complete the reconstruction of this intersection. During the closure, traffic wishing to use Washington Street is asked to use Taylor Street and Little Lane as a detour route. The Washington Street closure is expected to last three weeks, weather permitting.
US 82, Grayson County: at the Old Southmayd Road intersection. Watch for daytime lane closures as workers lengthen the existing left turn lanes on US 82 at the Old Southmayd Road intersection and add right-turn lanes.
SH 56 (Main Street), Grayson County: in Whitesboro from Union Street to Collinsville Street. Watch for daytime lane closures on SH 56 as crews work on the rehabilitation project to remove and replace the sidewalks and parking areas along the square. The contractor will work on one side at a time, with work beginning on the north side initially. During construction, the front entrances to the buildings will be temporarily closed and customers are asked to enter from the rear entrances. Occasional road closures will be required with a detour route in place to guide motorists around the project. The detour route will guide traffic along Union Street, Thode Street, and Collinsville Street to get around the project.
Roland Road, Grayson County: at the South Branch of Big Mineral Creek is closed to traffic in order for crews to replace the bridge structure and approaches. During the closure, traffic is requested to use either US 377 or County Line Road as a detour.
South Travis Street, Grayson County: in Sherman at Post Oak Creek. Construction is underway for the South Travis Street bridge over Post Oak Creek. During construction, the bridge will be reduced to one lane with traffic signals controlling traffic through the project, while the new bridge is built in phases.
Business US 377B, Grayson County: south of Whitesboro at the railroad underpass near US 377. Watch for lane closures with signals controlling traffic while crews work to upgrade the bridge railing.
US 75 full depth concrete repair, Grayson County: Crews will be working on US 75 each week from Sunday night through Friday morning during the overnight period. Lane closures will be present at night for crews to replace failed concrete sections. Lane closures will begin at 7:30 p.m. each night and should be reopened to traffic by 6 a.m. This work will extend from the Collin-Grayson County line to the Oklahoma State line.
FS 121 (Grayson Parkway), Grayson County: from the Collin County line to FM 121. Construction is ongoing on this new-location roadway which is west of SH 289 approximately four miles. The new roadway will be two lanes with shoulders and will be an extension of the frontage road of the Dallas North Tollway. Local traffic on CR 60 (Marilee Road) and Stiff Chapel Road should expect occasional road work at those intersections, with flaggers present to control traffic. Work on FM 121 at the FS 121 intersection (formerly Scharff Road intersection) is ongoing as crews work to widen the pavement to add turn lanes. Motorists on FM 121 should expect lane shifts while crews widen the pavement and install a culvert.
US 75 debris pickup, Grayson County: from Collin County line to Oklahoma State line. Watch for mobile lane closures as workers pick up debris from the roadway every Monday and Thursday during the nighttime.
FM 121, Grayson County: from SH 5 to US 75. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews perform base repairs on the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
FM 3133, Grayson County: from SH 5 to the Collin County line. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews perform base repairs on the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
US 75 frontage roads, Grayson County: from the Collin County line to FM 1417. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews perform base repairs on the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
FM 121, Grayson County: from US 377 to SH 289. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews perform base repairs and blade level the roadway with hotmix. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
CR 1320, Fannin County: at the Caney Creek Bridge is closed to traffic in order for crews to replace the bridge structure and approaches.
FM 271, Fannin County: from SH 78 to FM 68. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
SH 34, Fannin County: from FM 64 to FM 1550. Watch for traffic shifts and traffic signal controlled lane closures as workers build the bridge approaches for the new SH 34 roadway at the future Lake Ralph Hall.
FM 1550, Fannin County: from SH 34 to CR 3544. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work on building the connection of the realigned FM 1550 to the existing roadway. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
FM 824, Fannin County: from SH 56 in Honey Grove to the Lamar County line. Watch for temporary one-lane closures as workers rehab and widen the roadway.
FM 1550, Fannin County: from FM 2077 to FM 1743. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews perform ditch work. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
Sulphur Springs Area (Hopkins, Franklin Counties):
Contacts: Sulphur Springs Area Office (903) 885-9514; Franklin Co. Maintenance (903) 537-4976; Hopkins Co. Maintenance (903) 885-4031.
FM 1536, Hopkins County: from SH 19 to FM 71. Watch for lane closures and short delays as crews place pavement markings on the roadway.
Paris Area (Delta, Lamar, Red River Counties)
Contacts: Paris Area Office (903) 784-1357; Delta Co. Maintenance (903) 395-2139; Lamar Co. Maintenance (903) 785-4468; Red River Co. Maintenance (903) 427-3561.
SH 37, Red River County: from US 82 to Texas-Oklahoma state line. Watch for temporary lane closures while crews resurface the roadway.
FM 906, Lamar County: from FM 2648 to CR 47400. Watch for temporary lane closures while crews rehabilitate the existing pavement and improve drainage structures.
FM 38, Lamar County: from US 82 to US 82. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures while crews improve drainage structures and upgrade bridge rail and metal-beam guard fence.
FM 1487, Red River County: from FM 909 to FM 910. Watch for temporary lane closures while crews widen and rehabilitate the existing pavement and improve drainage structures.
Loop 286, Lamar County: from FM 1497 around the North Loop to FM 1507. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures while crews improve guardrail and drainage structures, perform bridge maintenance and place bonded concrete surfacing.
Loop 286/US 271 South Interchange, Lamar County: from Dawn Drive going south to the North Loop 286 turn around. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures, lane shifts, and traffic merges while crews improve guardrail and perform bridge maintenance.
FM 64, Delta County: from FM 128 to SH 1532. Watch for temporary lane closures while crews rehabilitate the existing pavement and improve drainage structures.
FM 2675, Delta County: from Lamar County line to FM 128. Watch for temporary lane closures while crews rehabilitate the existing pavement and improve drainage structures.
BU 271 (North Main Street), Lamar County: from Santa Fe Street to one-quarter mile north of Stone Avenue. Watch for temporary lane closures while crews install sidewalk.
FM 411, FM 1159, FM 1699, FM 2283, US 82 and US 37, Red River County: Watch for temporary lane closures while crews remove debris from recent storm damage.
FM 1499, FM 906, FM 2820, FM 79, FM 1510, US 271 North, and FM 197, Lamar County: Watch for temporary lane closures while crews remove debris from recent storm damage.
US 82, Lamar County: at the FM 1502 intersection. Watch for temporary lane closures and traffic/lane shifts as crews widen the roadway to install a left-turn lane and improve drainage structures.
Greenville Area (Hunt, Rains Counties)
Contacts: Greenville Area Office (903) 455-2363; Hunt Co. Maintenance (903) 455-2303; Rains Co. Maintenance (903) 473-2682.
CR 1032, 1031 and 2132 bridge replacement project, Hunt County. The contractor has set barricades and advance warning signs. The contractor has reopened the CR 1032 bridge. The contractor has reconstructed the existing CR 2132 bridge and has completed roadway construction. Contractor will clean current area and remove and place barricades on FM 1031 and begin work soon. Please be aware of workers and watch for work zones when traveling in this area.
SH 224, Hunt County: The contractor has begun placing bridge rail and reworking and cement treating the existing roadway base material. Forms and steel have been set for the approach slabs and the slabs will be poured soon. Please be aware of this construction, detour route and workers in the area.
FM 275, Rains County: from SH 19 to FM 514. The contractor worked on installing small signs and mailboxes and began project and stockpile clean up. The contractor is planning to form three driveways and install some delineation on the project cross culverts. Please be aware of workers and watch for work zones when traveling in this area.
SH 276, Hunt County: from FM 36 to SH 34 (Quinlan Bypass). The contractor continued working on Business 276 ripping and rolling flex base for compaction. Crews continued to grade and backfill curbs, sidewalks, and drainage structures on SH 276 from west of spur 264 to SH 34 Intersection. Permanent stripe will be placed on SH 34 after the milling operation is complete. Crews have placed signals and signing work is ongoing. Please be aware of lane closures and watch for work zones and workers when traveling in this area.
SH 66, Hunt County: SH 66 at FM 1570, SH 34 at FM 1570. The contractor completed placing B-mix on the widened portion at the intersection of SH 34 and FM 1570. The SH 34, FM 1903 and FM 1570 intersections will be milled and overlayed soon along with some minor backfill operations. Striping will begin soon at all locations. Signal poles are on hold due to supply chain issues.
Maintenance crews for both Hunt and Rains County will be performing various sign and mailbox installations on various roads. Rains County crews will be working on various bridge and culvert maintenance projects throughout the county. Both crews are addressing potholes and roadway complaints. Please be careful when traveling in these areas, watch out for workers and maintain a safe distance from work crews.
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