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In the City Council article this week we have more information than usual about current and upcoming developments, quotes from those in attendance, and the numbers, as usual, for the departmental reports, City bills, etc.

We are so proud of the local photographer Michelle Carney, who also gives so much of her time to our paper, for her acknowledgement of 20 years working with Howe ISD. She is a tremendous gift to the students of Howe ISD and to The Howe Enterprise. She will be stepping down as our main sports photographer next year, due to joyful changes in her life but we will of course be thankful for her continued part-time work with us. We will cover her more in an article in the coming weeks, but we are proud to share her acknowledgement from Howe ISD on our front page, today.

Vendor spaces for the upcoming Founder’s Day Festival are officially full, but overflow spaces are available, for now.

The Howe Hall of Honor Induction Ceremony and Chamber awards will be held next Tuesday. More information can be found in the “City of Howe” section.

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City Council Approves New City Secretary Ashley Husbands Tuesday of this week, the Board of Adjustments and City Council gathered for their normally scheduled meetings.

The Board of Adjustment meeting was centered around a “variance request” for a structure building in progress at

1549 Timbercreek Dr. The residence has been the topic of discussion for two meetings in a row regarding additions to the home and height adjustments. Neighbors on Timbercreek Dr. made their opinions known about the additions to the property. The Board of Adjustments, after meeting in executive session and consult-

ing the City Attorney, decided to deny the requests made on behalf of the resident to add height to the structure at 1549 Timbercreek Drive.

The City Council met to discuss departmental reports, and the action items on the agenda, including approval of the City Secretary, Michelle Hewitt’s resignation, and

addition of a new City Secretary.

The meeting began with citizen comments, which included Kent Lowder sharing that Connections Park is complete.

Lowder explained that the original plans to add a splashpad have been adjusted to no longer include it. The decision to remove the splashpad

from the park plans was due to cost and the budget allotted for the park. Now, the park is complete and the foundation that owns the property will be turning it over to the City of Howe. Mr. Lowder closed with the following comments made regarding Connections Park, “I do want to take (Continued on Page 12)

Left to Right: Ricky Price, Karla McDonald, Katie Lowery, Monte Walker, Shawn Tyler, Ed Whitfield Photo Credit: Ashley Husbands

School Board Acknowledges Michelle Carney’s 20 Years of Service to Howe ISD

This week the School Board met and acknowledged employees of the year etc., we will cover that in next week’s edition.

Have a great week, Howe, TX! EDITOR’S NOTE—This column is reserved as an editorial column and may not necessarily reflect

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Howe ISD

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City of Howe

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Local Events

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Opinion/Lifestyle

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Local Church Info

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Classifieds

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Patriot Pony

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Howe Enterprise Photographer, Michelle Carney and Family

Photo Credit: Michelle Carney

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Upcoming Events APRIL 23: Band Spring Concert/ Howe ISD Spring Concert APRIL 25: FFA Auction APRIL 27: NHS Induction APRIL 28: Howe Area Chamber of Commerce Hall of Honor and Chamber Awards Ceremony APRIL 30: 1st and 2nd Grade Field Trip APRIL 30: Band Banquet MAY 2: High School Prom

MAY 4: Band Percussion Concert MAY 5: FFA Banquet MAY 4-7: Teacher Appreciation Week

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Howe High School Sports

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Track

Baseball

Softball

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The track season rounded out with multiple regional qualifiers.

The baseball season ended with a 814 record (36.4% wins), and in district play they had a 4-7 record according to MaxPreps. The team stat leaderboards included Will Wilson with a .364 batting average and .682 on base percentage. Rylan Strong led the team with 1 home run, and 4 stolen bases this season. Fielding percentages included Van Derrick at 1.0, Will Wilson with 6 runs, Rylan Strong with 4 hits, 5 runs batted in and a .647 slugging percentage. Will Wilson had 3 doubles, and Rylan Strong had 1 triple, this season.

The softball season ended with a 024 record overall and 0-12 district record according to MaxPreps. Top athletes and stats included Mya Burt, a junior , who held the season records for the team of a .583 batting average, .615 on base percentage, 19 stolen bases, 11 runs, 21 hits, 10 runs batted in, a .889 slugging percentage and 3 triples. Also included in top athlete stats for the team were Jenni Whitmire with a 22.05 earned run average, Sadie Stanley with a .909 fielding percentage and Kendra Barton with 5 doubles for the season.

Addison Donoho qualified in one event, Riken Cross qualified in two events, and the 4x200m team qualified placing 4th at the last meet by .01 of a second.

Way to go, Bulldogs!

Summer Events Information Ashley Husbands Senior Night pictures for baseball and softball can be found on The Howe Enterprise Facebook Page.

Summer camps for Howe Sports will be underway soon. Information on a few of the programs to be offered will be shared in the following pages of this publication.

Also, don’t forget to buy your Howe Athletic Banquet tickets, as they will not be sold at the door.

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FIRST WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH: Howe Hump Day: 8-9 a.m. at Summit Gardens

SECOND SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH: Bulk Trash Pickup THIRD TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH: Regular City Council Meeting: 6 p.m. at Summit Gardens

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City Council Continued (Continued from Page 1) a moment here, to express to our board, when I say our board, I mean our park board, appreciation to all of many people, businesses and organizations that have contributed to building this fine park. There’s been thousands of outpouring of hours from hundreds of different people. We’ve had hundreds of thousands of dollars’ worth of material services and money donated, for Connections Park. We were blessed to have this extraordinary group of contractors that not only did a great job on what they were contracted to do, they were all committed to the park for the long term and would do things beyond what they were contracted to do, where they would say, hey, this over here, we need to get after that, or whatever. So, it was a great experience with those people, and most of them are Howe people. We’re very fortunate that most of our contractors are Howe people.

Our major partners, City of Howe, Howe ISD, Texoma Community Foundation and Saddleback Ventures never wavered one bit through all this time to get the park done. And I want to express a personal appreciation to the park board members who persevered and stayed focused on this mission for seven plus years. We are hopeful that the park will open soon and thank you all in advance for taking really good care of it.”

Mayor McDonald shared during the “Mayor Comments” that the new playground equipment for Reed Park was delivered this week. Departmental Reports were given by Chief Sullivan, covering both the Police Department and the Fire/EMS Department, and Monte Walker, covering the Public Works and City Administration Departments.

Chief Sullivan reported that for the

first time since October of 2024, when he began working for the Police Department, the call volume decreased by 17%. There was, however, a 50% increase last month in aggravated crime in Howe, according to Sullivan. The Police Department completed 65 hours of training, gave 282 citations and 184 warnings. Ten new cases involved Code Enforcement this month, and 5 follow-up investigations were held from previous months. Fire and EMS had a total of 44 calls, 6 vehicle accidents and 5 grass fires- two which were in the City. They completed 39 hours of training, and there are currently two paramedic spots open and the Fire Chief position open, at the Fire/EMS Department.

City Administrator, Monte Walker, reported for Public Works that 190 service orders were completed, 6 new meters were set, 8 meter leaks were repaired, 3 tons of product were used for pothole patching, 6 water main leaks were repaired, 15 disconnections were made for moveouts, 20 hours mowing, 1 sewer main backup, 108 hours on wells sampling and reporting, 8 hours of assists with water leaks, 6 hours assist with locates, 12 hours assisted with sewer issues, they received quotes for tank inspections, and the chlorine burn has been completed. The City Secretary report was omitted this month, due to the recent resignation of Michelle Hewitt.

Walker reported as the City Administrator, updates on the home building projects around Howe. The 171-home project, Noble Ridge Phase 1A is almost complete. Noble Ridge 1B is still under construction, the final plat will be discussed at the next meeting for the NRP group. Walker spoke of the excitement regarding Connections

Park, “I commend Mr. Lowder and their board for producing an outstanding park, it is one that Howe has previously not had anything like it. I think it is a masterful place over there and I appreciate them and all of their hard work.” Other development projects including Talbott Estates, Howe Meadows and Centurion American Development Group, are currently either underway or nearing development agreements. KK Building Supply is soon to open in the former Old America building on North Collins Freeway. Bane Machinery will begin construction soon near Southwest Auction and a medical office has approached the city to settle in Howe.

Negotiations with the developers of Talbott Estates development resulted in $212,000 that will be used to rebuild Duke Street from the service road to the railroad tracks. Hughes street is also expected to be completed later in the summer at the TxDot portion from Kosse Street to Duke Street.

Blythe Road has caused discussion between the City of Van Alstyne and the City of Howe, where Howe owns the northern half of the road. A meeting was held between all parties involved in the road, including a developer, Grayson County, the City of Van Alstyne and the City of Howe. The total cost to completely rebuild Blythe Road is approximately $208,000. The developer agreed to pay a quarter of the cost, $52,000, Van Alstyne and Grayson County are splitting the cost of the South side of the road at $52,000 each, which leaves the City of Howe responsible for $52,000. Walker reported utility bills including, Solid Waste at $45,952, Water accounts totaling $94,247.58, and $113,505.84, for a total bill amount of $253,705.98 for the City of Howe in March. Walker told the Council that the Howe Economic Development Corporation has a closing date of May 1, 2026 for the

purchase of 119 E. Haning Street.

Lastly, Walker also reported that all Haning Street vendor spaces have been sold for the upcoming 40th Annual Founder’s Day Festival to be held on May 2 from 4pm to 8pm. A few overflow spaces are available.

The Action Items were then addressed by the Council. The resignation of City Secretary, Michelle Hewitt, was passed, and the new job posting for the position was ratified. The Council authorized the Letter of Acceptance for Connections Park as is. The Council also approved entering into an Interlocal Agreement with Grayson County for road improvements at Blythe Road, for an amount not to exceed $52,000. A resolution was adopted regarding water emergency plans for potential drought and water conservation.

Finally, the City Council convened in executive session and emerged to accept Katie Lowery as the new City Secretary for the City of Howe. She will begin on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.

Lowery comes from the City of Denison with five years of experience in a similar role.

City Council meetings are held every third Tuesday of the month at Summit Gardens, in Howe.

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Obituary: Emma Grace Harvey With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Emma Grace Harvey, age 22, who left this world on April 14, 2026.

Emma was a beloved child, sibling, grandchild, aunt and friend. She brought light and warmth to those around her and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Born on July 21, 2003, in Sherman, TX. Emma grew into a kind, vibrant, and unique individual.

She had a passion for kids, animals and music, and her presence could brighten even the hardest days. She will be remembered for her laughter, compassion, strength, and sense of humor. She was easy to love.

Emma is survived by her parents, Brice and Keri Harvey; her siblings and their spouses, Brice II and Alec Harvey, Griffin and Riley Underwood, Ty Harvey, Ally Harvey, and Tate Harvey; her nieces, Lucy Harvey and Murphy Underwood; and her nephew, Trip.

She is also survived by her grandparents, Jim and Katherine Harvey;

Kenneth and Karen Moore; and Tommy and Minnie Tucker.

Emma leaves behind many loving aunts, uncles, and cousins, including Chase Harvey; Mackenzie and Kelsie Tucker; Wyatt Tucker; Ricky and Kasey Tucker; Ashley Harvey; Julie Rawlinson; Faron and Mary Moore, and Clay Moore.

A service to celebrate Emma Grace’s life will be held on April 21, 2026, at Scoggin’s Funeral Home in Van Alstyne, Texas, at 6 pm. Family and friends are invited to attend and honor the memory of someone so deeply loved.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Texoma Community Center in Emma Grace Harvey’s honor.

Though her time with us was far too short, Emma’s love and spirit will remain in our hearts forever.

Emma Grace Harvey

Photo Credit: Scoggins Funeral Home

Feed My Sheep: Food distribution this Friday 3 p.m.- 6 p.m. at 810 N Denny St in Howe!

Bring your ID or client card

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GENERAL: FARMERS’ ALMANAC RECIPES COLUMNS: BACKYARD BIRDS TEXAS HISTORY MINUTE LIVING ON PURPOSE

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Farmer’s Almanac

Backyard Birdwatching

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Weed and Gray-leaf Sunflower.

While looking for an online version to replace to paper booklet, I stumbled upon a daily update for The Farmer’s Almanac that is much more extensive and fun, including puzzles, words of the day, lists of famous birthdays and death dates, and more. To put each day of the week would take up far more room than we have, so here are the links for each day!

Looking around the yard, let’s see what there is to attract a hummingbird. There are a few blooms on the red, or also called “coral”, honeysuckle (Lonicera sempervirens) and the Crossvine; both have tubular blossoms that appeal to the hummers. Our Salvia Greggii is green and bushy and finally started blooming this week. Later this year the Turk’s Cap will draw the hummers, too.

Here’s a note of caution about Nandina. We recently read that the bright red Nandina domestica berries, tempting in late winter when food is scarce, can become toxic when consumed in large quantities. In addition, the domestica variety is considered an invasive plant. If you like Nandina in your garden, there are sterile and near sterile varieties to choose from.

This is a good time of year to add more plants attractive to birds to your landscape.

Think tubular blooms for hummers, sunflowers for seed, holly, beautyberry, possum haw and yaupon for berries. Cornell offers a free program, Garden for the Birds.

Participants will receive monthly emails with suggestions for native plants to add to your yard as well as other tips for creating a birdfriendly space. If you have limited space, one post includes a list of container plants, all perennial, that are “for the birds”: Nodding Onion, Foxglove, Orange Butterfly

We have had to bring our suet and sunflower feeders in at night; an intruder, probably a raccoon, knocked them down a couple of times, a few nights apart. We’ll keep bringing them in for a while and hopefully discourage further visits. Some folks think they are cute, but you can end up with a large raccoon population very easily once they find you offering regular food and they can become very destructive.

If pressing the links is too difficult, please let me know. The paper is currently considering new formatting and the current ease of link use is a factor being considered.

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Recipes Rhubarb Sticky Buns Yields 12 servings

Recipe Link Ingredients: •

1/4 cup cold butter, cubed

1/2 cup packed brown sugar •

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1 cup chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb, thawed •

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BATTER:

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1/3 cup butter, softened 1/3 cup sugar 1 large egg, room temperature 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 cup milk

Directions: In a small bowl, cut butter into brown sugar until crumbly. Stir in rhubarb.

Spoon evenly into 12 well-greased muffin cups; set aside.

In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg.

Combine the flour, baking powder, salt and nutmeg; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk and mix well.

3 Spoon over rhubarb mixture, filling cups three-fourths full. Bake at 350° until a toothpick comes out clean, 1520 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate. Serve warm.

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Texas History Minute Ben Franklin Part 2: “We must either hang together or be hanged separately.” Ben Ken Bridges Franklin warned of the need for unity among the colonists as they declared independence in 1776. He was a keen observer. His wit and his intelligence had made him respected and successful, and he spent decades serving his community and the nation. Franklin would be responsible for such a wide array of accomplishments, including the idea of the Gulf Stream in 1770, the first use of the pro and con list in 1772, the lightning rod, bifocals, and even creating schools and hospitals. Of the many inventions and innovations Franklin created that would change the world, the creation of the independent United States with the other Founding Fathers would further cement his place in history.

For over a year, Franklin had already been serving as postmaster general of the colonies, devising what would become the US Post Office. This was after several years of serving as a colonial agent in England, warning Parliament of its disastrous policies. Now as the Continental Congress prepared for independence in Philadelphia in June 1776, Franklin joined Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, Roger Sherman, and Robert R. Livingston in a committee tasked by Congress to make a statement to the world why the colonies were moving for independence. Though the Declaration of Independence was overwhelmingly the work of Jefferson, Franklin made important suggestions and contributions. Most notably, where Jefferson repeated philosopher John Locke’s assertion that a government’s responsibility is to protect “life, liberty, and property,” Franklin suggested the change to “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness,” saying that the new nation was more than just about possessions but was about letting people live their own lives on their own terms under freedom.

Shortly after the Declaration of Independence was approved on July 4, Franklin, now past 70, left for France as the nation’s first ambassador to that nation. France had already been quietly supplying gunpowder to the Continental Army, but Franklin’s job was to secure recognition for American independence and to persuade the French to join the cause. He did the slow, careful work of building relationships that diplomacy requires, working to charm the French public and nobility. The American victory at the Battle of Saratoga in 1777 convinced France that America was a winning cause. In February 1778, France became the first nation to recognize American independence and signed an alliance, bringing the French army and navy into the fight.

At the end of the fighting in 1781, he led the American delegation for the treaty negotiations. The Treaty

of Paris of 1783 secured British recognition of US independence and a border set at the Mississippi River, among other concessions. In 1785, he returned to the US and was elected to the Supreme Executive Council of Pennsylvania, becoming one of the three governors of the state, serving until 1788. In 1787, he became president of the Pennsylvania Abolition Society.

In 1787, delegates gathered in Philadelphia to devise a new constitution. At 81, Franklin was the oldest delegate. He offered insights and ideas, for he still believed in the importance of imagination, integrity, and fairness in government. Independence Hall, where debate took place, was just a few blocks from his home. Franklin had built a successful career based on freedom of the press and speaking his mind. He understood the necessity of free thought to preserving a free nation. “Without freedom of thought there can be no such thing as wisdom; and no such thing as public liberty, without freedom of speech,” he wrote.

After months of negotiations, the Constitution was drafted and sent to the states for ratification. When asked what kind of government the new Constitution created, Franklin is said to have replied, “A republic. If you can keep it.”

The Constitutional Convention would serve as Franklin’s last major public role. He continued to correspond and visit with friends and even sent a petition to Congress calling for the end of slavery. However, his health was declining.

He died in April 1790 at age 84. Almost the entire population of Philadelphia attended the processional at his funeral. Though he was not much of a churchgoer, he openly supported Christian and Jewish congregations throughout Philadelphia. At his funeral, every minister and rabbi in the city led the march in honor of their beloved neighbor. As the years passed, dozens of communities and counties would be named for him as well as many schools and colleges.

Even at the end, Franklin was still thinking ahead. In his will, he set up trust funds for Boston and Philadelphia to be used for future education training — a trust he designed to mature in 200 years. Philadelphia devoted what came to be a $2 million fund for scholarships for high school students. In 1908, Boston used what became a $5 million fund to create the Franklin Institute of Boston, a trade school.

Always having time for one more story It seems like yesterday that our son and daughter-inlaw announced they were going to have a baby, and since then, Dr. Billy Holland between them and our daughter and her husband, we now have four amazing grandchildren.

With all of these miracles, each child with their unique personalities has absolutely captured our hearts, and I think about them all the time. We love to buy them toys and clothes, and I’m planning the things I want to share and experience with them. I realize that everyone who has grandchildren feels this overflowing fountain of love.

When my wife and I were young parents, we did not fully appreciate when older people would tell us how excited they were about their grandchildren, along with showing us never-ending albums of photos. We get it now. They were beaming with pride and thanksgiving and wanted the world to see these beautiful individuals who had no limits to what they could do or who they could be. In the last few years, I’ve found myself doing the same thing. Saying things like, “He has long arms and legs, probably going to play sports,” or “She is so alert and curious, I know she is going to be very smart.”

I’m more than ready to provide unlimited cuddles and kisses and an endless supply of cookies and candy, not being strict about bedtime curfews, and always having time for one more story.

There is so much I want to see and know about my grandchildren’s lives as they grow up. I want to encourage and talk with them about everything and share what I’ve learned about the mysteries and joys of this life. At the same time, these relationships remind me of what a serious responsibility I have to be a good role model, to demonstrate, inspire, and help point them in the right direction to the best of my ability. I remember when my children were small, we would tuck them in at night and pray over them and ask God and His angels to protect them. I would also ask the Lord to give them wisdom, and favor, and to help them in their decisions and opportunities. I feel the same fervency for this next generation, and will also intercede for them as they explore and search for their place in this world. May they come to know God and grow up to be people of integrity and honesty. I hope I am around long enough to watch them develop into the men and women He has called them to be.

I remember my grandparents and how much they meant to me as a little boy. I can still hear my papaw singing little songs about me that he would make up, and how special it made me feel. I was the first grandchild and recall how my grandparents would hug and kiss me every time they saw me. I know they were filled with joy and love for me. When I was growing up, my dad

and my grandfather worked together in their own construction business. Occasionally, in the summer, my papaw would take me home with him. Sometimes I would stay for a whole week, and those adventures were some of my most cherished childhood memories.

On the way to their farm, he would always stop at this little country store and buy me a bottle of orange crush and a candy bar. We would go to the creek where I tried to catch crawdads, and he would take me fishing in his wooden boat on the Kentucky River.

We would bring our fish home, and later, we enjoyed a fish fry, thanks to my grandmother. I always had their attention...it’s a wonderful feeling to know you are loved.

Someone said, “Grandparents make the world a little softer...a little kinder...and a little warmer.” They must have had grandparents like mine. Today, as a Grandfather, I’m looking forward to making lasting memories together with my grandchildren. As I close with a poem by Teri Harrison, I am united with all the other proud and grateful grandparents who, since the beginning of time, have enjoyed this great honor. “I stroked your little hand, perfect sweetness as we touched. I whispered that I loved you...loved you so very much. I held you close to me, memorized your darling face. I’ve waited so long, my heart now touched by grace. We are bonded together, an amazing journey has begun. You’re my heart, my joy, my precious little one.”

Dr. Holland is an ordained minister, chaplain, teacher, and author. Read more about the Christian life at billyhollandministries.com

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“ Rejoice always; pray without ceasing; in everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 NASB 1995 Community Bible Fellowship Jeremy Moore, pastor

Howe Methodist Church of Howe JB Bryant, minister

First Baptist Church Dorchester Zach Poling, pastor

Howe Church of Christ Aaron Alsbrook, minister

415 S Collins Fwy, Howe, TX 75459 Wednesday 6:30 pm - Food and Fellowship 7:00 pm - Community Kids (ages 3 6th grade, nursery available) 7:00 pm - Youth and Adult Bible Study Sunday 10:30 am - Worship Service

810 N Denny St, Howe, TX 75459 903-532-6718 Tuesday: 8:30am - 1:00pm WeeCare Daycare (Registration needed) 9:30am - Women's Bible Study 6:30pm - Boy Scouts Wednesday: 9:00am - Wednesday Workers 6:00pm - 1st and 3rd Wednesdays Family Night Thursday: 8:30am - 1:00pm - WeeCare Daycare (Registration needed) Saturday: 9:00am-12:00pm - Feed My Sheep (1st & 3rd Sat. of each month) Sunday: 8:30am - Coffee and Donuts 9:00am - Sunday School 10:00am - Worship Service 3:00pm Cub Scouts

11831 FM 902, Dorchester, TX 75459 903-476-5525 Wednesday 6:30 pm - Worship service Sunday 9:00 am - Men's Prayer Time 9:45 am - Sunday School 10:45 am - Worship Service 5:00 pm - Evening Service

1205 N Collins Fwy, Howe, TX 75459 903-532-6441 Wednesday 7:00 pm - Bible Classes (all ages) Sunday 9:00 am - Bible Classes (all ages) 10:00 am - Worship Service 5:00 pm - Worship Service

First Baptist Church Howe Roger Tidwell, pastor 100 E. Davis St., Howe, TX 903-5325504 Wednesday 5:15pm - Free Meal 6:15pm - Ablaze Prayer Meeting 6:15pm- Children'sMid-Week 6:30pm - Wednesday Night Youth Sunday 9:15am - Sunday School 10:30am - Worship Service Bible

Summit View Church Brett and Deb Hetrick, pastors 910 S Denny St, Howe, TX 75459 903-532-6828 Wednesday 7:00 pm - Radiate Youth 7:00 pm - Sanctuary of for prayer Sunday 9:30 am - Sunday School (kids, youth, women, men) 10:30 am - Worship Service 10:30 am - Kids Church

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We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter to help us operate our box trucks running routes to transport dry and refrigerated cargo.

This position requires a High School Diploma or Equivalent, A valid CDL and a minimum of 3 years of related experience.

Bulk Trash Pickup 2nd Friday of each month in Howe.

City of Howe SECONDS COUNT IN AN EMERGENCY! That's why the City of Howe has instituted the CodeRED Emergency Notification System - an ultra high-speed telephone communication service for emergency notifications. This system allows us to telephone all or targeted areas in case of an emergency situation that requires immediate action (such as a boil-water notice, missing child or evacuation notices). The system is capable of dialing 60,000 phone numbers per hour. It then delivers a pre-recorded message describing the situations to a live person or an answering machine in the affected area possibly including instructions requiring action on the part of the recipient. Once the situation is remedied, another call will be placed to the area signaling that the issue has been addressed and that normal activities can be resumed.

The following information is required to add a telephone number into the "CodeRED" database: first and last name; address (physical address, no P.O. boxes); city; state; Zip Code; and primary phone number. The system works with cellular phones but requires a valid street address. When entering information, please fill out all of the screens because the newest data entered will replace the old data. Sign up by visiting http://www.co.grayson.tx.us/page/oem.cred

2022-23 Local taxation State Sales Tax General Revenue Sales Tax Economic Development (Type B) Sales Tax Total

6.25 % 1.00 %

City of Howe Tax Rate Howe I.S.D Tax Rate Grayson County Tax Rate Grayson College Tax Rate Total (per $100 valuation)

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April 23, 2026

The Patriot Pony Paid Informants Indictment

Roman Telescope Reveal

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ist groups (explore here).

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The Southern Poverty Law Center was indicted yesterday on federal fraud charges tied to its use of paid informants to surveil extremist groups. The Justice Department alleges the Alabama-based legal advocacy center misled donors by channeling millions of dollars to individuals affiliated with the groups, including the Ku Klux Klan.

In the late 1990s, an undercover informant working with the SPLC and FBI infiltrated one of the nation’s most dangerous hate groups; he's credited with thwarting a plot to assassinate SPLC founder Morris Dees. Read his story here.

NASA unveiled its Roman Space Telescope yesterday, an instrument that could allow researchers to observe an area of the cosmos 100 times larger than the Hubble Space Telescope. See the telescope here.

The SPLC says the program, which reportedly began in the 1980s, was necessary to monitor threats of violence and kept relatively secret to protect informants. It has previously shared gathered intelligence with local and federal law enforcement.

The FBI, however, severed decadeslong ties with the center in October, with Director Kash Patel calling it partisan and criticizing the center's map of anti-government and extrem-

Separately, researchers published a

Tariff Refund Reckoning

Posted April 21: The federal government yesterday began refunding more than $166B from global tariffs struck down by the Supreme Court in February, with interest accruing at roughly $22M per day.

Only companies that paid tariffs directly are eligible for refunds, not consumers indirectly hit by higher prices. Amid class-action lawsuits, companies including FedEx and Costco have said they may share proceeds with customers, though details are unclear. The refund timeline is also uncertain: The government estimates it will take 60 to 90 days to issue refunds, but technical challenges could cause delays. A digital claims system had to be built to identify the global tariffs, process refunds, and issue payments. That platform can currently handle about 63% of affected import filings, with the remainder to follow.

After the Supreme Court's ruling, the

Roman could help scientists find exoplanets by identifying distortions in starlight that may indicate a planet passing in front of stars. The telescope also aims to answer questions about the formation of the universe as well as dark matter and dark energy (what’s the difference?). The observatory, estimated to cost over $4B, will be launched on a SpaceX Falcon Heavy from Florida as soon as this fall.

study yesterday on findings from Mars’ Curiosity rover. Samples collected from the planet’s Gale Crater revealed over 20 chemicals, including a molecule containing nitrogen that resembles proto-DNA. Further research is needed to determine if the compounds came from a meteorite, geological processes, or ancient organisms.

Trump administration implemented a temporary 10% tariff on most imports and is exploring a new pathway for global tariffs under the Trade Act of 1974 (101 here).

UK Vetting Failure Fallout

Posted April 21: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer told Parliament yesterday he was wrong to appoint Peter Mandelson—whose ties to Jeffrey Epstein later emerged—as ambassador to the US, saying Foreign Office officials overrode a security clearance denial without informing him. Starmer faces calls to resign for misleading Parliament.

Mandelson, a veteran politician, was fired from his ambassadorship in September 2025 after US Justice Department documents revealed he allegedly passed sensitive government information to Epstein in 2009.

British police arrested Mandelson in February on suspicion of misconduct in public office; he was released without charge and denies any wrongdoing.

The scandal has exposed gaps in the UK's appointment process: Vetting didn't begin until after Mandelson's role was publicly an-

nounced. Starmer said the process has been revised so full clearance is completed before appointments are made. A fired Foreign Office official, whom Starmer blamed, is set to give his own account today. See how the vetting process works here.