Wildcats Basketball Locked In for Two-Game Home Stand This Week
Coach Brandon Shaver and his team are all too happy to be back at home to begin round two of district play.
Sulphur Springs is a perfect 5-0 heading into a two-game home stand. Wildcats basketball hosts Paris and Liberty Eylau, two of three schools in District 15-4A tied for second at 3-2.
No better time to be back at home than hosting two teams tied for second.
With Sulphur Springs already two games up on the competition, one win, or potentially two this week, could make clinching the No. 1 seed just another game away.
Wildcats basketball begins the two-game home stand Tuesday hosting Paris.
Last Friday saw Coach Shaver’s squad traveling to Pittsburg.
The Pirates were simply outmatched, falling in a big way 64-27 on Friday, Jan. 27.
Sulphur Springs came screaming out of the gate, blowing by Pittsburg to the tune of a 22-2 lead heading into the second quarter.
Even with a slower-scoring affair in the second, their gaping lead heading into the quarter allowed some leeway as the Wildcats basketball team headed into the locker room leading big 31-15.
If Coach Brandon Shaver said to his squad at the break to not let their foot off the gas, it worked — Sulphur Springs saved the best for last. In the last two quarters of action, the game snowballed, as Pittsburg watched the Wildcats score 33 points in the second half.
Not only does that surpass their first half total, it’s also larger than the total number of points Pittsburg scored in the entirety of Friday’s game.
Malachi Myles had a huge game for Sulphur Springs, leading the way at 17 points. Parker Whisenhunt was not far behind Myles at 14. Branson Lynn, another senior for the men’s basketball team, finished with 10 (all of which was scored in the first 10 minutes of action). From there, Kordrick Turner and Theo McKelvey had seven, with Gavin White at five.
Cole Theofiledes and Mac Rollison rounded out scoring in Friday’s win in Pittsburg with two each.
Another blowout win for Wildcats basketball brings their season record to 23-7 (5-0 district).
They host two-straight this week, with both competitors coming to SSHS in the top four of 15-4A.
Hosting Paris on Tuesday, that game tips off at 7 P.M.
Tuesday’s district game with Paris will be broadcasted onto not only KSST 1230 AM, but live-streamed as well onto KSST Radio’s Youtube channel as well.
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.
City National Bank Drive-Thru To Close Early
January 30th, 2023 – City National Bank has announced that they will be closing their drive-thru early today at 5 P.M. due to the cold weather. The City National Bank drive-thru will open again at 8 A.M. on Tuesday.
Two Arkansas Residents Arrest on I-30
On 01/28/2023 at approximately 8PM, LT Jonathan Painter observed a gray Jeep Liberty traveling eastbound in the westbound lane of the south service road of IH-30. He turned around and caught up to the vehicle at the 110 entrance ramp. A traffic stop was initiated and the vehicle pulled over to the right side of the road.
Painter observed the vehicle to be bearing a TX temporary plate and carrying four people, two adults in the front and two children in the backseat.
After attempting to gather information from both parties neither possessed a valid driver’s license. Both adults were asked to exit the vehicle and both complied. When exiting the vehicle, Kevin Dewayne Bryant dropped a clear plastic baggie containing a white rock type substance. He was placed into handcuffs and walked to the rear of the vehicle.
The female identified as Alice Nicole Burnett stated she was aware of the drugs inside the vehicle. A probable cause search of the vehicle recovered approximately 13.93 grams of a white rock type substance believed to be crack cocaine, along with .461 OZ green leafy type substance believed to be marijuana inside a backpack in the front floorboard area.
A stash can was found in the map pocket located on the back of the driver’s seat directly in front of the juvenile seated in the rear seat. Officer Talley arrived a transported the female along with the juveniles to the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office. The vehicle was impounded. Bryant was transported to the Hopkins county sheriff’s office without further incident and was booked in for Endangering Child 22.041 F/2 — possession of controlled substance PG1 481.115 F/2 4g-200g. Burnett was booked in for Endangering Child 22.041 F/2 — Driving while license invalid 521.457 M/B Children ages 8yo and 4yo were released to a family member from the Sheriff’s Office.
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.
Three Schools Announce Early Release And No School
Sulphur Springs ISD, Como-Pickton ISD and Miller Grove ISD have made the decision to release their students early today due to the intense cold weather and the possibility of the roads freezing over due to cold weather. Sulphur Springs and Como-Pickton will be releasing students at 12 P.M. today, Miller Grove will be releasing students at 12:30 P.M. today.
All classes have been canceled for Tuesday.
Wildcat Soccer Hosts District Opener Tuesday
Coach Alexi Upton’s team hosts their district opener on Tuesday, Jan. 31.
The real test begins Tuesday as Sulphur Springs takes on Liberty Eylau. The district opener for men’s soccer kicks off Tuesday at Gerald Prim Stadium at 7:30 P.M.
This past Friday Coach Upton and his squad hosted Celina, not only top-5 in Region 2 but also one of the top teams in all of 4A.
Sulphur Springs fell 1-0 but played well against the top-ranked Bobcats.
The soccer coach said Friday night following the loss that it was a great result for his team, going toe-to-toe with the best in the region.
Friday’s loss brings non-district play to a close for the Wildcats, who head into Tuesday’s district opener with a 7-7-1 record.
They look to get back in the win column on Tuesday, Jan. 31 when they host Liberty Eylau.
The district opener for men’s soccer kicks off at the Prim on Tuesday at 7:30 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.
French Marigolds in Your Vegetable Garden
By David Wall, Mount Pleasant Master Gardener
French Marigolds (Tagetes patula) are an excellent plant to grow in your vegetable garden. They look good, smell nice, and make excellent companion plants for your vegetables. I understand they are ranked as the number one flower to plant in a vegetable garden. Many don’t even consider planting flowers in a vegetable garden, but French marigolds should be the first of several exceptions.
Please keep in mind this discussion is about French marigolds; not African marigolds.
First of all, marigolds are easy to grow. You can start them from seeds or purchase in groups of six at local garden centers. Once planted, about all they need are plenty of sunlight and watering, as they grow in all sorts of soils! If you let them go to seed this year, they’ll pop up next year on their own. During the growing season, Marigold petals do well as an ingredient in multiple types
of salads.
Marigold roots put out a chemical that is a nematicide. The final verdict is still out as to whether the nematicide actually kills harmful nematodes or makes the move to get away. Either way, the result is good. Marigolds are thought to be helpful to companion plants, but the definitive answer on this appears to be years away. Varieties such as Tangerine, Petite Gold, Petite Harmony, Goldie, and Nemagold are thought to be more effective. Plant marigolds early, as it takes time for nematicides to become effective.
Marigolds attract bees and other pollinators, and they bloom over an extended period of time. But, they don’t stop there. They attract predatory insects that feed on aphids and other pests you fine in your garden.
These are just a few of the many reasons as to why you should consider planting marigolds as companion plants in your vegetable garden.
Lady Cats Basketball Plays Two of Last Three District Games on the Road
Coach Bryan Jones and his team are quickly heading into the home stretch of their district season, with only three games left to play.
Sulphur Springs plays two of three on the road, including two straight this week prior to the regular-season ending Senior Night.
Lady Cats basketball plays at Paris and at L.E. Tuesday and Friday.
The team hopes to close out their regular-season strong but they have a tall task ahead of them this week, playing at No. 3 Paris and No. 2 Liberty Eylau in back-to-back game days.
If Sulphur Springs beats one of their two opponents this week they could find themselves in a play-in for the three seed come playoff time.
Tuesday gets a tough week underway for Lady Cats basketball, playing in Paris at 6:30 P.M.
This past Friday saw Coach Jones and his team pick up a second-straight blowout win, this time over Pittsburg.
Just like in the previous blowout win over Pleasant Grove, Sulphur Springs blew past the Lady Pirates thanks to a strong opening quarter. The Lady Cats game out of the gate swinging, outscoring Pittsburg 23-6 in the opening quarter.
It only got worse for the Lady Pirates from there, as they managed a paltry 19 points through the first three quarters of action en route to a 60-34 blowout loss at the hands of Sulphur Springs.
As has been the case in all Lady Cats wins, the team used even scoring to keep Pittsburg at bay. All players suiting up for Sulphur Springs on Friday scored, with the exception of one.
Three athletes finished in double-figures in the blowout victory. Addisyn Wall had 11, split almost evenly between the first and third quarters. after that was Codee Roland, with a second-straight 10+ point game, and Rainey Johnson also at 10.
Kenzie Willis missed that mark by just a point at nine.
After that was Kyra Carter, scoring seven, Trinity Jefferson (six), and Kaylee Carter at five. Aaliyah Cheatum rounded out scoring in the huge Friday victory cashing in on both of her free-throw attempts in the fourth.
Friday’s win brings their season record to 21-7 (4-3 district). The second straight blowout win also keeps the Lady Cats in play for a potential higher seed than fourth. While not technically clinching a playoff seed, Friday’s win does all but that in securing a postseason spot for Sulphur Springs.
Next up, Coach Bryan Jones and his team have monster back-to-back road duels at Paris Tuesday and Liberty Eylau Friday.
Those teams are second and third in district play, so if Sulphur Springs can pick up at least one win next week, they could find themselves as the three seed come playoff time.
For now, the women’s basketball looks to win the rematch at Paris on Tuesday.
That game tips off Tuesday, Jan. 31 at 6:30 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 Powerlifting Off This Week After Finishing Second
Coach Bret Page and Wildcats powerlifting take this week off, their lone bye of the spring season. Sulphur Springs heads into their bye riding high after a second-consecutive 2nd place finish.
Last Thursday the team headed to nearby Paris for the second competition and competed very well.
According to coach Casey Jeter, every lifter set new personal records in squat, bench, and dead lift.
Starting with the lowest weight class in 114, Logan Lawrence won his group squatting 280, benching 185 and dead lifts of 285 lbs.
Max Williamson, the second Wildcat to win his weight group of 123, totaling 970 pounds in Paris.
Kyshaun John (148) placed sixth in his class. Another athlete from Sulphur Springs, Aiden Riley, finished in eighth behind John.
Two more Wildcats placed top-10 in 165; Anderson Grimes and Chase Maynard, placed ninth and 10th, respectively.
Zach Clark of 181 placed eighth in Paris.
Sulphur Springs had three athletes in 198: Matt Mitchell, finishing second, totaling 1,435 pounds weights lifted, with Blaine Allen finishing 10th in the weight group.
The third and last Wildcat to place in 198, Larren Vaughn, placed 15th.
In the 242 weight class, Gage Williams placed seventh, and in 308 Sean Dial picked up a bronze medal lifting 580/360/515.
Coach Bret Page’s team, cumulating 22 points Thursday in Paris, placed second in their second consecutive meet.
Both powerlifting teams have their lone bye of the spring season this week but are next in action Saturday, Feb. 11 in Mount Pleasant.
The third competition for both Sulphur Springs powerlifting squads gets underway that Saturday at 8:30 A.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.
Meal-A-Day Menu
Jan. 30 – Feb.3
MONDAY, Jan. 30
Cowboy Casserole
Butternut Squash
Green Beans
TUESDAY, Jan. 31
Tuna Noodle Casserole
Carrots
Roll
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 1
Smoked Sausage
Black-Eye Peas
Red Potatoes
THURSDAY, Feb. 2
Mexican Chicken Spaghetti
Broccoli
Roll
FRIDAY, Feb. 3
Meatloaf
Mashed Potatoes
Mixed Vegetables
Paris District Road Report for January 30, 2023
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Jan. 30, 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.
TxDOT plans to change the existing yield signs at the US 75 frontage road entrance ramps and exit ramps in Van Alstyne between Farmington/Blythe Road and County Line Road/Panther Parkway to stop signs on Feb. 7. Message boards will be in place before the conversion to alert motorists of the upcoming change.
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 3, 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 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: in Whitesboro from Randy Street to Walnut Street. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to construct sidewalks and curb ramps. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
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.
FM 1753, Grayson County: from FM 120 to FM 1897. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and overlay the roadway.
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 377, Grayson County: Willis Bridge at the Oklahoma State line. Watch for occasional lane closures on the existing bridge as workers pour concrete for the new bridge structure.
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.
US 69, Grayson County: from SH 56 to SH 11. 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.
SH 50, Fannin County: in Ladonia, from SH 34/Paris Street to Main Street. SH 50 will be closed while construction crews work on removing and replacing sections of concrete. During the closure, traffic is asked to use West Plaza Street as a detour.
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 flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
SH 34, Fannin County: from FM 64 to FM 1550. Watch for occasional daytime lane closures as workers build the new SH 34 bridge over the future Lake Ralph Hall as well as the approaches to the bridge.
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 County Road 3330 to SH 34. Watch for temporary one-lane closures as workers rehab and widen the roadway.
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 removed the existing CR 2132 bridge and is working on flexbase. The contractor plans to work on seeding and guardrail. The drill shafts, abutments and west bridge deck have been constructed. 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 the existing 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. Hunt County crews will be working on reshaping ditches on FM 2642 from SH 66 to I-30 frontage, and performing overlay operations on US 380 from US 69 to the Hunt County line. 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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