Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission to meet Tuesday (The Herald Democrat) posted on July 18, 2010 at 06:42:54 am
Builders of Austin College student housing will ask Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission Tuesday for a variance to the maximum height of apartment buildings of 57 feet rather than the allowed 45 feet.
Brockett Street now officially opened (The Herald Democrat) posted on July 2, 2010 at 03:56:33 am
SHERMAN -- With giant scissors representing their giant visions Thursday, city of Sherman and Austin College officials opened Brockett Street, a redesigned bridge street between the college and downtown businesses.
Vital roadway opens in Sherman (KXII Sherman) posted on July 1, 2010 at 10:29:42 pm
SHERMAN, TX - For over a year now construction on Brockett street has kept it closed off and caused headaches for drivers. But Thursday morning city leaders reopened the street, reconnecting the neighborhoods around Austin College to downtown.
Supreme Court rules on handgun ban (The Herald Democrat) posted on June 29, 2010 at 03:10:53 am
In a narrow vote, the Supreme Court held that the right of Americans to own a gun for self-defense is protected from state and local bans as well as federal.
Ron Kirk to represent US at Noynoy's inauguration (GMA News) posted on June 26, 2010 at 04:38:23 am
President Barack Obama named last Friday Trade Representative Ron Kirk to lead the presidential delegation to Manila, to attend the inauguration of president-elect Benigno Simeon “Noynoy" Aquino III and vice president-elect Jejomar Binay on Wednesday, June 30.
Great Days of Service Academy for Youth begins (The Herald Democrat) posted on June 25, 2010 at 06:10:43 am
In ages past they might have joined their elders in a barn-raising. In the 21st century, young people in the Texoma area are learning benefits and joys of giving their neighbors a helping hand.
Board approves 5.0 GPA scale (The Norman Transcript) posted on June 22, 2010 at 07:17:07 am
NORMAN — The Norman Public School Board of Education voted to upscale its grade point average policy at its Monday night meeting, boosting it to from a 4.0 to a 5.0.
Sherman city council begins charter review (The Herald Democrat) posted on June 22, 2010 at 04:11:03 am
Sherman City Council on Monday launched a City Charter review process that could result in an amendment election in November. Councilors also touted celebrations around completion of two major projects: Pecan Grove Park West and the Brockett Street renovation.
Sherman Planning and Zoning to consider various housing construction (The Herald Democrat) posted on June 22, 2010 at 04:10:53 am
Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission faces a weighty agenda at 5 p.m. on Tuesday in Council Chambers at City Hall, 220 W. Mulberry, when it considers several housing additions around Austin College and one project the staff recommends rejecting.
Sports Digest: UTEP's Okagbare earns C-USA honors (El Paso Times) posted on June 17, 2010 at 05:44:28 am
EL PASO -- UTEP track and field standout Blessing Okagbare has been named both the Conference USA Female Track Athlete of the Year and the Field Athlete of the Year, the league announced Wednesday.
Austin College hosting Great Debate (The Herald Democrat) posted on June 11, 2010 at 02:56:02 am
SHERMAN -- The National Hispanic Institute, as part of its mission to cultivate leadership for the 21st century U.S. Latino community, is holding its Texas Great Debate program through Sunday at Austin College.
National Hispanic Institute hosts Great Debate at AC (KXII Sherman) posted on June 11, 2010 at 12:33:17 am
SHERMAN, TX - Over 300 excited high school students arrived at Austin College Thursday for the National Hispanic Institute's Great Debate. The statewide competition is aimed at helping young teens become leaders in Latino communities.
McKinney Sports Update (McKinney Courier-Gazette) posted on June 9, 2010 at 05:55:54 am
Kindle Ladd pitched as McKinney North beat Frisco Wakeland, 6-5, on Friday. Zach Diaz, Chris Carpenter and Madison Middleton doubled for North (15-8, 9-5 in 9-4A).
Kinne pleased with Sherman spring drills (The Herald Democrat) posted on May 31, 2010 at 09:01:54 pm
It's been a busy month of May for Gary Kinne as he fills out his Sherman High School coaching staff and leads his football team through spring practices.
Lota Lee Norrell turns 100 years old (The Herald Democrat) posted on May 30, 2010 at 12:51:31 pm
Childhood memories of splashing in the cool creek and lying in the wheat field watching clouds are still vivid for Lota Lee Norrell, as are the many things that made up her life in Grayson County. On Friday, she recounted a few of those cherished memories as she celebrated her 100th birthday.
WNJ Foundation scholarships (The Herald Democrat) posted on May 30, 2010 at 12:06:33 pm
Recipients of Wilson N. Jones Foundation Scholarships received a total of $26,000 to help further their education in the medical field. The Wilson N. Jones Foundation awarded $26,000 in scholarships at a Community Scholarship Awards Banquet held April 13 at the Austin College Wright Center.
Clubs and organizations (The Herald Democrat) posted on May 26, 2010 at 03:51:22 pm
The Denison Genealogical Society will meet this Wednesday, 1:30 p.m., in the meeting room of the Denison Public Library. The meeting is open to members and anyone interested in learning more about genealogy research.