Bryan Man Jailed On Criminal Activity, Controlled Substance Charges
A Bryan, Texas man was jailed on engaging in criminal activity and manufacture or delivery of a controlled substance charges Friday night, according to arrest reports.
(April 25, 2021 Brazos County Jail photo)
Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Josh Davis said while assisting another deputy on a traffic stop in a South Broadway Street business parking lot just before 10 p.m. Nov. 12, 2021, he noticed a man throw down a cigarette onto the parking lot from a Chevrolet SUV. Davis ordered the man to step out of the SUV to talk to him.
Davis reported as the 27-year-old Bryan, Texas man did so, he displayed several nervous indicators. So, he asked the man if there was anything illegal in the vehicle he was operating. The man, identified in arrest reports as Arturo Pina, admitted to having contraband in the console and was detained while the officer searched the vehicle.
Davis reported finding an object wrapped in electrical tape, which turned out to be a baggy of crystal-like substance the officer identified based on his law enforcement experience as methamphetamine. The deputy also noted in arrest reports he found two meth pipes. Pina allegedly admitted to being on the way to Paris, Texas to delivery the illegal substance. Pina was taken to jail, where the baggy was unwrapped and determined to actually be 2 baggies within the tape, the substance field-tested positive for meth and weighed approximately 115 grams, Davis wrote in arrest reports.
A review of Pina’s criminal reportedly showed the 27-year-old Bryan man to have a prior criminal history elsewhere, including being entering into a state database for affiliation with a criminal street gang, Davis noted in arrest reports. Pina was accused of conspiring to deliver a controlled substance as a criminal street gang member; he was booked into Hopkins County jail just after midnight Nov. 13, 2021, on a delivery of 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams of a Penalty Group 1 controlled substance and engaging in organized criminal activity.
Pina, who is also known as Arturo Davila Pina Jr., remained in Hopkins County jail Monday, Nov. 15, 2021, in lieu of $150,000 in bond, $75,000 on each of the two felony charge, according to Hopkins County jail reports.
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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.
Dike Community Tradition Revived Over Weekend
A Dike community tradition was revived over the weekend. The Dike Fall Festival hosted at the Community Center Nov. 13 was a big hit with residents of not only Dike, but Sulphur Bluff and Mahoney communities as well.
The Dike community held Fall Festival events regularly about 40 ago, an occasion community members could look forward to, and if reports to KSST are anything to go by, this year was no exception.
Residents were so excited to once again be able to have this autumnal tradition, event planners said they were asked if they’d consider hosting a monthly event for the community to enjoy and where they could fellowship.
All items were donated for the Fall Festival, so the event was offered at no charge to any who wanted to attend. The annual event was hosted from 11 to 4 p.m. Saturday, but some attendees reportedly enjoyed visiting so much that some lingered at the venue after the festival had officially closed down talking.
Event planners report having a huge turn out of residents of all ages, from babies to great-grandparents, and as is tradition, there were several big pots of stew and deer chili, with cornbread, plus what seemed to be enough sweets to fill a bakery, huge success.
While no details have been worked out, event planners say with the huge success of and excitement at the Fall Festival on Nov. 13 they fully intend to plan more events for the whole Dike community to enjoy.
Wildcats Basketball Rolls Past Tyler Legacy in Season Opener
Sulphur Springs had a big day last Saturday when they travelled to Tyler to take on Tyler Legacy, beating the Red Raiders 72-30 in the season-opener for the Wildcats.
Coach Brandon Shaver’s squad fired on all cylinders in their regular-season opener as they built a 10-point lead after one 16-6.
The second quarter was more of the same as the Wildcats stormed out to a 38-11 halftime advantage.
While the Red Raiders of Tyler Legacy were able to score 19 in the second half, Sulphur Springs continued to roll and put up 34 more points en route to a dominating 72-30 win in their road-opener.
The season-opening win gives the Wildcats a 1-0 record to start their season.
Next up, Sulphur Springs will be in the SSHS Main Gym on Tuesday, Nov. 16 when they host the Paris Wildcats.
Tuesday’s match versus Paris is also Medical Personnel Appreciation night for the men’s basketball program.
The battle for Wildcats supremacy will begin at 6 P.M. with varsity only. The match was originally scheduled to begin at an earlier slot of 4:30 P.M., but due to playoff football for the visiting Wildcats the game was pushed to 6 P.M.
Tuesday’s non-district contest versus Paris will be broadcasted on to KSST 1230 AM. If given permission by Paris, we will also be broadcasting on to KSST Radio’s YouTube channel.
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.
Busy Week for FFA Chapters in Hopkins County
During this busy Autumn season, FFA students around the area are involved with livestock and other projects. Several FFA Chapters in Hopkins County schools are planning fundraising events during November, because coming up during the winter months ahead are trips to livestock shows in other cities as well as FFA officer events. You are invited to attend the local events and support America’s Future Farmers!
The Como-Pickton FFA Chapter plans the annual fundraising Stew and Auction on Tuesday November 16, 2021. Between 6pm and 9pm, stew will be served and shop-made projects will be auctioned, as well as other items donated to the chapter for the fundraiser.
Members of the Cumby FFA Chapter will put on a Dinner and Auction fundraiser on Thursday November 18, 2021 in the school cafeteria. Dinner serving will begin at 5:30, and the Auction will start at 6pm. If you’d like to donate items or other support to the Chapter, please call 903-994-4822.
Sulphur Springs High School FFA Chapter members will host a Stew and Auction on Thursday November18, 2021 starting at 5:30pm in the school cafeteria. Custom shop projects and other items made by the students will be put up for auction when the sale begins around 6pm.
Other Hopkins County schools have their FFA fundraisers coming up in the coming months. Since school got underway, most FFA officers from the county chapters have been involved in LDE, or Leadership Development Events and many have entered livestock during the Texas State Fair and other cattle and livestock contests.
2021 Blue Santa Program Online Registration Form, QR Code For Donations Active
Annual Toy Drive Planned Nov. 30 And Dec. 1 at Walmart
After a brief glitch last week, the Hopkins County-Sulphur Springs Blue Santa program’s 2021 online registration form is active to accept applications from families in need of a little extra help providing Christmas gifts for their children this year. Donations are also being accepted to help Blue Santa ensure no Hopkins County child age 1-14 goes without Christmas this year.
Blue Santa Applications
This toy distribution program is a partnership brought to you by Hopkins County/Sulphur Springs Law Enforcement and CANHelp, and benefits Hopkins County children ages 1 to 14. Up-to-date information regarding the Hopkins Blue Santa Toy Program can be found at www.canhelponline.org.
Registrations will continue through Friday, December 3. Applicants will receive a confirmation email with a pick-up registration number after they finish registration. Online registration requires applicants to take pictures and upload documents onto the form.
Documents needed will include:
- Proof of Hopkins County residency, such as a current bill or current ID;
- Birth certificate or proof of school enrollment for each child age 1-15;
- Proof of income, as qualification for the program is based on families at 200% or less on federal poverty guidelines, OR proof of SNAP, Medicaid, TANF or CHIPS (state benefits);
- If applicant is not the child’s parent, proof of guardianship must be shown; and
- Child to be assisted must be 1-14 years of age
Program organizers will be communicating with registered families through email and text reminders regarding toy pick up. Thus, applicants are asked to include a cell phone number on the form. After registering for the Blue Santa Toy Program, applicants will receive registration number by email within 24 hours. Approved will need to present that the registration number and email on the day of pick-up along with identification. Participants may not be able to pick up toys for their children distribution day if they do not have the registration number. If someone else has been designated to pick up the toys in place of the applicant, that individual will also need the participants’ registration number along with their identification.
Applicants who do not receive an email with registration number should double check that the email account submitted is correct and also check their junk/spam folder for that email account. Anyone who still does not receive and email with registration number after that time may contact CANHelp at 903-885-9797, ext. 1, or send an email to [email protected].
Toy distribution for approved participants will be held on Saturday, December 11, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the First united Methodist Church, 301 Church St. in Sulphur Springs. Everyone must line up at the City National Bank drive-thru at 201 Connally Street in Sulphur Springs.
Any additional questions or to request assistance with the form, contact CANHelp at 903-885-9797, ext. 1, or visit the CANHelp office at 613 Gilmer St. in Sulphur Springs. (Note: CANHelp phones are down Monday morning, Nov. 15, 2021. To contact the office before phone service has been restored, community members may send a Facebook message or send an email to [email protected].)
Blue Santa Donations
The Blue Santa Program depends on the generosity of local businesses, organizations and individuals to provide funding and toys to ensure no child goes without gifts this Christmas.
Toys are needed this year like never before, according to program organizers. Blue Santa anticipates helping provide toys for more than 800 kids this year. It takes approximately $60 to provide gifts for each children from a financially disadvantaged family in need of a little help this year.
This year, there are more ways than ever to support Blue Santa with donations.
- Anyone can drop toys in any of the blue barrels labeled for donations to Blue Santa program located at businesses and other locations throughout the county.
- A toy drive will also be held from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Nov. 30 and Dec. 1 in Walmart parking lot. Toy and monetary donations may be dropped off during that time.
- Those who wish to give but don’t know what to get or who don’t have time to shop can simply scan the Blue Santa QR code on flyers and barrels (see image at right or on flyers on this page, Facebook or the link on the CANHelp website.) to may make a monetary donation directly from their mobile devices. (Open your photo app, point it at the QR. The link should appear on your phone. Select it and complete the registration process.)
- A brisket lunch will also be provided by CJ Duffey and Choice Hospice for donation of at least $5 during the toy drive, while supplies last.
Additional information about the Blue Santa program will be shared online at Blue Santa / Sulphur Springs / Hopkins County and will be shared on KSST 1230 AM and ksstradio.com and other media outlet as it is made available.
Addison Caddell Signs Letter of Intent with the University of Texas at Dallas Comets
Lady Cats senior softball player Addison Caddell, a four-year member of the Lady Cats varsity softball team, signed a letter of intent Friday, Nov. 12 to play softball at the next level at the University of Texas at Dallas.
Caddell is the daughter of Jake and Meredith Caddell.
Caddell said she met the coaching staff of the Comets a few years ago when the senior softball player was a sophomore.
The senior said she had a chance to talk with him in an unofficial visit late this summer.
The senior said it just felt like a good fit for her.
She said UTD is in a nice part of the metroplex and loves Dallas. The campus is just over an hour drive from Sulphur Springs.
The senior said UTD struggled a bit last year, but is excited at the opportunity to lead the team and make the field as a freshman.
Caddell said she intends to play second or third base for the Comets.
The senior said getting a softball offer to play at the collegiate level is a dream come true. Caddell at the moment plans to major in business with a potential focus in marketing.
Caddell’s Lady Cats Coach David Carrillo said he has seen incredible growth in the 10+ years he has been around and worked with the senior, adding she has put in the work and is an exemplary student on and off the diamond.
The softball coach joked that Caddell’s residence must be near the batting cages because she has spent so much time working on her game there.
Coach Carrillo said one of his fondest memories of the senior was when Caddell was 6 or 7 years old she announced players for both teams during Lady Cats games, so she has truly been around this softball program almost her entire life.
The softball coach said Caddell was a great kid and a great student.
He took it a step further by saying that she is an incredible leader and loves to talk softball due to the wide-breadth of knowledge that the senior possesses.
Coach Carrillo said he will miss the senior and all the work she put in day-in and day-out.
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.
Nov. 16 Jury Panel Canceled
The jury panel summoned to appear at 9 a.m. Tuesday Nov. 16, 2021, at Hopkins County Civic Center, for the 62nd Judicial District Court has been canceled. Those summoned for jury service do not need to report for duty that day, Hopkins County District Clerk Cheryl Fulcher reported Monday morning.
Equine Symbolizing the Riderless Horse Becomes Honorary Member of Hopkins County Marine Corps League
Sarge is a Percheron gelding which belongs to a Como, Texas family. Sarge is trained to carry out a duty when he is called to service during military events. He served close to home on Thursday, November 11, 2021 when he and his owner Melissa Harris were invited to represent the Riderless Horse during the downtown Veterans Day observance in Sulphur Springs, Texas. That day, Sarge and Mrs. Harris became honorary members of the Hopkins County Marine Corps League.
The riderless horse ceremony is a powerful military symbol that stands among the highest honors for the fallen. Referred to as ‘caparisoned’, the Cap Horse carries a saddle and is led by the Cap Walker with the boots of the deceased placed in the stirrups backwards. The horse’s trappings may also include a weapon and portions of uniform of the fallen. The backwards boots are intended to symbolize the rider looking back towards the living one last time before riding into the beyond. A caparison, or cloth covering laid over a horse or other animal for protection and decoration, is derived from the Latin caparo, meaning a cape.
The symbolism of the riderless horse carries much meaning in America’s early history. From a 2020 article in the Delaware Gazette’s Veterans Corner, we find that at the end of the 18th century in the United States, with the death of America’s first president, a new role emerged: the riderless horse representing the mount of a fallen leader.
A former officer in the American Revolutionary War, Henry “Light-Horse Harry” Lee eulogized George Washington in December 1799 as being “…first in war, first in peace and first in the hearts of his countrymen…” Twelve days after Washington’s death at Mt. Vernon, a riderless horse took part in an elaborate, simulated funeral ceremony conducted in Philadelphia, the then-capital of the United States, with an empty casket symbolizing the late president. Immediately preceding the clergy in the funeral procession, two Marines wearing black scarves escorted the horse, who carried the general’s “saddle, holsters, and pistols” and boots reversed in the stirrups. The riderless horse was “trimmed with black — the head festooned with elegant black and white feathers — the American eagle displayed in a rose upon the breast, and in a feather upon the head.”
The empty boots facing backward in the stirrups had two levels of meaning. First, their being empty indicated the individual would ride no more. Secondly, they suggested the deceased was taking one last look back at his family and the troops he commanded. Both of these meanings carry forward to today’s tradition of boots reversed in the stirrups.
In 1865, President Abraham Lincoln was honored by the inclusion of a riderless horse at his funeral. When Lincoln’s funeral train reached Springfield, Illinois, his driving horse, Old Bob, who was draped in a black mourning blanket, followed the procession and led mourners to Lincoln’s burial spot.
Following President Kennedy’s assassination on November 22, 1963, his wife Jacqueline drew from the funeral services for America’s first slain president, Abraham Lincoln, when planning her husband’s services. For this honor, 16-year-old Black Jack was selected for the role. The horse received the U.S. Army brand on his left shoulder and an Army serial number (2V56), before his training began at Oklahoma’s Fort Reno in 1948.
For his memorable role on November 25, he would carry a pair of polished, spurred boots placed backward in the saddle’s stirrups, and a sword or saber, during JFK’s funeral procession televised around the world. Black Jack would again serve as the caparisoned horse in the funeral for two more U.S. presidents: Herbert Hoover in 1964, and Lyndon B. Johnson in 1973. He also performed his riderless role during the funeral of General Douglas MacArthur in 1964, as well as more than 1,000 other military funerals. During late life, the equine celebrity appeared during countless field trips for school students before he was retired in 1973 and euthanized in 1976 at approximately 30 years of age. After his cremation, Black Jack’s remains were buried on the parade grounds of Ft. Myer with full military honors.
Miller Grove FFA Monthly Spotlight
Miller Grove FFA Advisor Christin Fortenberry shared the following with KSST News:
Paris District Road Report for the Week of November 15, 2021
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district during the week of Nov. 15, 2021. 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.
FM 131, Grayson County: in Sherman from US 75 to US 82. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews mill and then pave a new riding surface.
Spur 503, Grayson County: in Denison from US 75 to SH 91. Watch for daytime and nighttime lane closures as crews repair sections of the concrete pavement.
US 75 frontage roads, Grayson County: in Denison from Crawford Street to FM 120. Watch for daytime and nighttime lane closures as crews repair sections of the concrete pavement.
SH 91 (Texoma Parkway), Grayson county: in Sherman from US 75 to North Loy Lake Road. Watch for daytime and nighttime lane closures as crews repair sections of the concrete pavement.
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. The northbound Washington Street exit ramp is currently closed and exiting traffic is requested to use the Houston/Lamar Street exit ramp. The southbound exit ramp for Park Avenue is currently closed and exiting traffic is requested to use the Lamar/Houston Street exit. A reduced speed limit of 60 mph on the US 75 mainlanes has been set for this construction project.
Northbound and Southbound US 75 mainlane traffic has been shifted onto the existing frontage road near West Staples Street and transitions back to the existing mainlanes near West Cherry Street. This operation will allow for reconstruction of the proposed US 75 mainlanes and the bridge over Center Street. Within this area, the US 75 frontage road traffic has been reduced to a single travel lane, while US 75 mainlane traffic still maintains two travel lanes. Both mainlane and frontage road traffic are separated by concrete barriers.
All eastbound and westbound lanes of Center Street under US 75 are closed to traffic. To detour, eastbound Center Street traffic will turn right on the southbound US 75 frontage road, turn left on Park Avenue, and turn left on the northbound US 75 frontage road to return to Center Street. Westbound traffic will turn right on the northbound US 75 frontage road, turn left on Houston Street, and turn left on the southbound US 75 frontage road to return to Center Street.
Video animations of the northbound US 75 mainlane traffic switch and Center Street detour can be viewed online at:
- Northbound US 75 mainlane traffic switch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hLyVQ6rYNhM
- Southbound US 75 mainlane traffic switch:
- Detour for the Center Street closure at US 75: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OIMoHaqAFGg
Northbound and Southbound US 75 mainlane traffic has been shifted onto the existing frontage road from just north of Houston Street and transitions back to the existing main lanes south of North Travis Street. This operation will allow for reconstruction of the proposed US 75 main lanes and the bridge over Washington Street. Within this area, the US 75 frontage road traffic has been reduced to a single travel lane, while US 75 mainlane traffic still maintains two travel lanes. Both mainlane and frontage road traffic are separated by concrete barriers.
All eastbound and westbound lanes of Washington Street under US 75 are closed to traffic. This closure is necessary to complete work in preparation of the mainlane detour. To detour, eastbound Washington Street traffic will turn right on the southbound US 75 frontage road, turn left on Lamar Street, and turn left on the northbound US 75 frontage road to return to Washington Street. Westbound traffic will turn right on the northbound US 75 frontage road, turn left on North Travis Street, and turn left on the southbound US 75 frontage road to return to Washington Street.
Video animations of the northbound US 75 mainlane traffic switch and Washington Street detour can be viewed online at:
- Northbound US 75 mainlane traffic switch:
- Southbound US 75 mainlane traffic switch:
- Detour for the Washington Street closure at US 75:
US 75, Grayson County: at the US 82 intersection. Watch for shoulder closures on the northbound and southbound US 75 main lanes between North Loy Lake Road and Lamberth Street as crews work on building new exit ramps. Watch for shoulder closures and lanes shifts on the eastbound and westbound US 82 main lanes between FM 131 and Loy Lake Road while crews perform bridge construction. Watch for lane closures and lane shifts for the frontage roads at the US 75 and US 82 intersection as crews work on bridge construction and construction of new frontage road lanes.
The westbound US 82 exit ramp for Loy Lake road is currently closed for crews to work on widening the US 82 frontage road. Traffic wishing to access Loy Lake Road is requested to take the SH 91 exit ramp (# 643), or the US 75 exit ramp.
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 are working to 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.
FM 121, Grayson County: from Jim Jones Road to FM 3356. Watch for occasional daytime lane closures as crews work to build portions of the new bridges and roadway. Watch for lane shifts and narrow lanes throughout the project as crews have moved traffic to a portion of the new concrete pavement. The ultimate roadway will be a five-lane section consisting of concrete pavement when the project is completed.
FM 120 (Morton St.), Grayson County: in Denison from Maurice Avenue to SH 91 (Tone Avenue). Watch for daytime lane closures as crews perform spot base repairs on the roadway.
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 377, Grayson County: from US 82 to FM 901. Watch for temporary daytime lane closures and shoulder closures as workers install sloped end treatments on pipes and install guardrail.
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 Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday during the nighttime.
FM 898, Grayson County: in Whitewright from US 69 to the Fannin County line. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews blade level the roadway.
FM 996, Grayson County: in Pottsboro from FM 120 to FM 1417. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews perform base repairs on the roadway.
FM 1753, Grayson and Fannin County: from FM 1897 to SH 78. Watch for temporary one-lane closures as workers rehab and widen the roadway.
FM 1552, Fannin County: from SH 78 to County Road 3710. Watch for temporary one-lane closures as workers rehab and widen the roadway.
FM 898, Fannin County: from the Grayson County line to SH 121. Watch for temporary one-lane closures as workers rehab and widen the roadway.
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.
SH 121, Fannin County: from the Collin County line to SH 56. Watch for temporary daytime lane closures and shoulder closures as workers install sloped end treatments on pipes and install guardrail.
US 82, Fannin County: from SH 121 to the Lamar County Line. Watch for slow-moving construction equipment as crews work on widening US 82 from a two-lane roadway to a four-lane divided roadway. Westbound US 82 traffic has been shifted to the new pavement for the entirety of the project from the Lamar County line to SH 121. Eastbound traffic between SH 121 and the Lamar County line has been opened to two lanes. Watch for occasional daytime lane closures as crews complete the remaining work.
FM 68, Fannin County: from SH 78 to SH 34. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews blade level 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.
SH 37, Franklin County: from the elementary school to US 67. Watch for lane closures and short traffic delays as crews install sidewalk.
FM 3389, Hopkins County: from I-30 to FM 1567. Watch for lane closures and short traffic delays as crews rehabilitate the roadway.
Greenville Area (Hunt, Rains Counties)
Contacts: Greenville Area Office (903) 455-2363; Hunt Co. Maintenance (903) 455-2303; Rains Co. Maintenance (903) 473-2682.
Sidewalk and Curb Ramp Project (several counties): The contractor has set barricades at the Wolfe City, Texas, location. This project will improve pedestrian sidewalks and construct ADA-compliant curb ramps at these locations: Hunt County, SH 34 at Crockett Street to SH 34 at FM 816 in Wolfe City. Please be aware of workers and watch for work zones when traveling in this area.
FM 275, Rains County: from SH 19 to FM 514 The contractor has set barricades and plans to begin preparing the right-of-way soon. This project will rehabilitate the existing roadway on FM 275, from its intersection with FM 514 south to S.H 19. This work will include widening the road subgrade, reworking base course material, adding flexible base material, extending drainage structures, replacing culverts, and replacing a bridge. Please be aware of lane closures, detours, and watch for work zones and workers when traveling in this area.
FM 36, Hunt County: from FM 36 to FM 751 at various locations: The contractor has completed all construction activities and is working on final items and cleanup.
SH 276, Hunt County, from FM 36 to SH 34 (Quinlan Bypass): The contractor has placed project barricades and has prepared and cleared the right-of-way. Preliminary embankment, excavation, and bridge work has begun with all shafts being completed. This work should not affect existing traffic on SH 34 or SH 276. Roadway construction affecting closures on Spur 264 has begun, this work will affect through-traffic between Meyers Avenue to County Road 2304. Weekend work is to be expected. Please be aware of lane closures and watch for work zones and workers when traveling in this area.
FM 1566, Hunt County: from FM 272 near Celeste to State Highway 34. The contractor is completing mile six of this seven-mile project and is currently reworking the subgrade and bringing in flex base, placing geogrid and compacting areas for roadway rehabilitation and widening. Please be aware of lane closures and watch for work zones and workers when traveling in this area.
Maintenance crews in Hunt County will be performing seal coat preparation on FM 512 at various locations. Crews will be performing potholing at various locations in Hunt County. Maintenance contract crews will be performing debris removal on I-30 and guard rail repair at various locations around Hunt County. Please be careful when traveling in these areas, watch out for workers and maintain a safe distance from work crews.
Maintenance crews in Rains County will be performing seal coat prep work on SH 34 from SH 276 to the Kaufman County line. Crews will be performing various sign installations, potholing, edging, and debris removal. Maintenance crews will be performing herbicide operation on various roadways. Please watch for lane closures, work zones and workers along the roadway, and maintain a safe distance from work crews.
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