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Grayson commissioners seek airport tax, approve tower grant bid
SHERMAN, Texas — Grayson County commissioners voted Oct. 20 to ask state lawmakers for authority to levy a county hotel occupancy tax that could suppo
Oct 22
Sherman council votes to remove 11 Flock cameras
SHERMAN, Texas — The Sherman City Council voted 7-0 Monday, Oct. 19, to end the city's use of its 11 Flock automated license plate readers, according
Oct 21
Grayson County weighs first step toward $8.5M in new debt
Commissioners will vote Tuesday on whether to publish notice of plans to issue up to $8.5 million in certificates of obligation for public safety land, facilit…
Oct 12
FM 1417 ramp to northbound US 75 in Sherman closes through 2027
TxDOT will close the FM 1417 entrance ramp to northbound US 75 and one frontage road lane at 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 12, with the closures expected to last until t…
Oct 12
Denison to remove Waterloo Pool structure
The Denison City Council has decided to remove what remains of Waterloo Pool. The pool has been closed since August because of structural problems,…
Oct 6
Grayson voters can use any Election Day vote center
SHERMAN, Texas — Grayson County voters may cast a Nov. 3 ballot at any Election Day vote center on the county list. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7
Oct 5
Gunter seeks parks-board members and ambulance bids
GUNTER, Texas — Gunter is taking applications for open seats on its parks and recreation board through noon on Oct. 7, and it is taking sealed bids
Oct 2
S&S CISD to weigh library materials policy, FIRST rating
SADLER, Texas — S&S Consolidated ISD trustees will hold a public hearing on the district's certification of compliance and its financial rating before
Sep 17
Van Alstyne ISD agenda takes up SB 12 hearing, 4-H rule
VAN ALSTYNE, Texas — Van Alstyne ISD trustees were scheduled to take up a public hearing on the district's Senate Bill 12 compliance certification and
Sep 16
Denison ISD to weigh improvement plan, STAAR results
DENISON, Texas — Denison ISD trustees will meet tonight at 6:30 p.m. to consider the district's 2026-2027 improvement plan, the annual certification o
Sep 15
Grayson County Sheriff's Office Joins ICAC Task Force
Grayson County commissioners approved an interlocal agreement with Dallas County to join the North Texas Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.
Aug 25
Grayson County Delays Vote on November Polling Times
Grayson County commissioners tabled a plan finalizing November election polling times to correct typos in the order of election.
Aug 24
Grayson County Burn Ban Through September
Grayson County commissioners voted to institute a burn ban through the end of September, citing drought conditions. The ban could last up to 84 days.
Aug 18
How to Find Grayson County Public Records: Property, Deeds & Courts
SHERMAN, Texas — A complete guide to Grayson County public records, county clerk vital statistics, property tax appraisals (GCAD), deeds, and court records.
Aug 10
Preston Harbor & Lake Texoma Growth Guide: What to Know
DENISON, Texas — A comprehensive guide to Preston Harbor, the 3,100-acre master-planned community on Lake Texoma featuring Margaritaville Resort.
Aug 7
Grayson County Delegates Traffic Authority to Engineer
SHERMAN, Texas — Grayson County Commissioners have voted to delegate authority for traffic regulations on county roads and property to the county engineer.
Aug 5
Denison Council to Consider Preston Harbor PID
Denison City Council's Aug. 3 agenda includes a public hearing and action on a proposed Preston Harbor public-improvement district.
Aug 3
Denison Seeks Firm for Citywide Historic Survey
DENISON, Texas — The city of Denison is asking qualified firms to submit proposals for a citywide historic resources survey, with responses due...
Jul 31
Denison Seeks CMaR for Central Zone 24 Project
DENISON, Texas — The city of Denison is soliciting a Construction Manager at Risk for its Central Zone 24 public-works project, with proposals due...
Jul 24
US 75 Northbound Mainlanes Face July 16–17 Closures
SHERMAN, Texas — The Texas Department of Transportation has announced nightly full closures of the northbound US 75 mainlanes beginning July 16,…
Jul 16
Sherman Begins Courthouse Square Lighting Upgrades
SHERMAN, Texas — The city of Sherman has started work on planned upgrades around the Grayson County Courthouse and the downtown square, according to…
Jul 16
Grayson County public-agenda roundup for July 15-21
DENISON, Texas — Public agendas posted through July 15 show school districts and local boards entering budget, policy and leadership work. The…
Jul 16