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Grayson County Judge Bill Magers Announces Reelection Bid

Sales tax receipts for Howe continue to climb at 9.85 percent over 2020

Howe High School Students of the Month

Sherman, Texas November 9, 2021- Surround-

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced recent-

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Howe ISD Board Agenda, pg. 4 Howe FFA Area V news, pg. 5 SHES Top Dogs, pg. 8 SHES Students/Month, pg. 9 City Council Agenda, pg. 10 Chamber events, pg. 12 Christmas Parade, pg. 13 Hot Jobs, pg. 13 Christian, pg. 15 Parenting, pg. 16 Past front pages, pg. 17-24

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U.S. consumer price inflation jumps 6.2 percent year over year in October, the largest increase since 1990.

It would be 14 percent if the consumer price index were measured by the same metrics used by the government in 1980, analysts claim. True to form, the Biden regime is now blaming President Trump’s tariff restrictions on the swollen inflation. ***** The number of Republicans that President Trump will likely be reinstated by the end of year jumps to 28 percent. ***** The indictment of Igor Danchenko will begin to unravel all the fake “Russia Gate” psychological warfare placed upon Americans by the Democrat party. The Washington Post even admitted their past reporting on the (fake) dossier was in error.

Meanwhile, the Howe Enterprise may be one of the few news outlets in the country that gave true facts.

EDITOR’S NOTE—This column is reserved as an editorial column and may not necessarily reflect the policy of this publication.

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

Landery Sanders had a team-leading 13 points in the home opener Friday.

Photo by Michelle Carney.

U.S. Navy Veteran Gene Stevens at the Howe High School Veterans Day Program Thursday. (Continued on page 6).

Abby’s Restaurant temporarily closed after owner stabbed in Plano (KXII) - Instead of the usual lunch buzz at Abby’s Restaurant this week, locals found the lights out, doors locked, and a closed sign with a note explaining that the owner, Lilian Avila, was seriously hurt.

to tell her to stop and that’s when the girl started stabbing her,” said Lindsay Oliveira, Lilian Avila’s daughter.

Plano police responded to a call about a fight in the parking lot and said they arrested On Saturday night, her 28-year-old Karley family said she was Ford for aggravated leaving a bar in Plano assault. when a stranger began damaging her car.

“She was stabbed all over,” said Oliveira.

“The lady broke their “Mainly on her right headlight, damaged arm, and that’s where the side of their truck, her broken elbow is, there were dents so and it is broken cause she did scratch it up of one of the staband so my mom said bings. A really huge she got out of the car (Continued on page 3)

Chamber taking Christmas parade entries The Howe Area Chamber of Commerce is officially open for entries to the annual Christmas parade. The theme this year is “The Christmas Train” which allows the Pride of Howe Marching Band to use their props.

There is a $5 entry fee per organization which can be paid online by visiting howechamber.com or by clicking this link.

The parade is scheduled for Dec. 11 at 4:30 pm.

The Howe Lady Bulldogs (1-1) opened their season last week with a win and a loss.

They began at Trenton with a 55-40 win on Monday. The game was originally scheduled for Tuesday but was moved due to other school activities. In

Friday’s game, Howe lost the home opener to Alvord (ranked 12 in Class 2A), 75-55.

Landery Sanders led Howe with 13 total points while Trinity Williams added 10.

Williams drained two

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Consistency is the key for Bulldogs It’s the first season since the 2018-19 season since the head coach of the boys varsity basketball season has returned from the previous season. No boys sports team has made the playoffs since the basketball team went one round deep in the 2017-18 season. Last year was two seconds away from snapping that in Head Coach Jay For-

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Senior guard Luke Lopez. Photo by Michelle Carney.

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Grayson County Judge Bill Magers Announces Re-election Bid Sherman, Texas - November 9, 2021- Surrounded by his family, fellow commissioners, elected officials and business and community leaders, Bill Magers formally announced his reelection bid for Grayson County Judge.

"I am honored to be joined by my family, fellow commissioner court members, elected officials and local leaders in announcing for re-election today. The success we all enjoy is because we play “WE Ball NOT ME Ball” in Grayson County,” said Judge Magers. "We work hard to put personal politics aside to serve the taxpayers and the results speak for themselves."

“Judge Magers has demonstrated day-in and day-out that he understands the issues impacting Grayson County and can lead effectively," said local business leader Bill Douglass. "His business-minded approach is great for businesses, both big and small. "Washington D.C. should take a page from Judge Magers’ leadership playbook.”

Judge Magers has earned a reputation for providing resultsoriented leadership by effectively managing growth and cultivating citizen involvement. Judge Magers worked successfully to return public comment to the Commissioner Court agenda and six years in a row, he and his fellow commissioners, department heads and staff delivered a county budget that lowered the tax rate while meeting critical obligations on issues such as public safety, transportation, employee health care, and significant infrastructure investment.

Taxpayers enjoyed a full 10 percent tax cut in this year’s county budget.

“Good things happen when we work together for the common good,” said Sherman Mayor David Plyler. "Judge Magers has a proven track record of building coalitions that get positive results.”

Judge Magers brings a strong record of service and leadership to the position of Grayson County Judge. Judge Magers is a local businessman, Grayson County native, husband, and father of four, and a former 3-term Mayor of Sherman. Judge Magers graduated from Sherman High School and Austin College and later earned an MBA in Business Management.

Elected County Judge in 2015, Judge Magers has reduced the tax rate with every single budget he drafted lowering the tax rate by over 30 percent. Judge Magers

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negotiated the $350 million modernization and expansion of Highway 75, the largest infrastructure project ever undertaken in Grayson County.

Grayson County Finally, he Judge Bill helped NTRA/ Magers Perrin Field gain entry in the Federal Control Tower program, saving taxpayers $350,000 annually. This led airport operations to profitability as he championed an agreement to build a new $3 million terminal at no cost to the taxpayers.

“Judge Magers has worked tirelessly to help put the pieces together to ensure the long-term success of Grayson County and our communities. I appreciate his leadership and ability to get things done,” said Denison Mayor Janet Gott.

“By continuing to make smart infrastructure investments and living within our means, Grayson County citizens are benefiting from our growth and enjoying an excellent quality of life,” said local realtor and GOP Leader, Robin Phillips. "Judge Magers' conservative leadership is exactly what we need to keep things on track during this critical time of growth and development in Grayson County”.

Magers’ leadership produced comparable results at the City of Sherman during his tenure as Mayor. There, his first action was to solidify the practice of beginning each city council meeting with a prayer and pledge to the U.S. Flag. This practice had come under fire during the previous administration. He also led efforts to reduce property taxes, reinvest in road infrastructure, and secure 100% of Lake Texoma's ground water allotment and establish a locally controlled ground water district.

He also successfully led the effort to move Sherman's municipal elections to the November ballot, thus dramatically increasing voter participation and reducing election costs.

Magers is a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association (NRA), is active in numerous civic organizations including Four Rivers Outreach and he also was a volunteer coach for youth sports. Magers and his wife, Angela, have served as delegates to Republican Conventions and supported conservative candidates and causes at the local, state, and national level.

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long one on her left side and then two stab wounds on her chest.”

Police said Avila’s injuries were not life-threatening, but her family said she did spend almost two days in the hospital.

Now, she’s recovering at home while halting restaurant operations.

“She’s trying to just stay strong,

trying to keep her head up,” said Oliveira. “It’s just, you know, it’s hard, it’s a traumatizing experience, but she tells herself she’s going to get through it, and this is just a rough patch right now.”

They said the restaurant could be closed for two to three weeks or longer.

It will all depend on how quickly Avila recovers, but her family has set up a GoFundMe to help pay her medical bills.

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Trinity Williams hit two 3-pointers in the second half Friday.

Photo by Michelle Carney.

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3-pointers in the second half of the game. Kendall Griffin and Emery Snapp each added nine points each. Post Matalee Stewart added four field goals for eight points. Teagan Stubblefield hit a 3 -pointer early in the game but was shutout thereafter. Jentrie Doty hit 3-of-4 free throws in the final frame of the game.

Howe is scheduled to play Lind-

say at home on Tuesday and at Whitesboro on Friday.

Emery Snapp shoots one in.

Photo by Michelle Carney.

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Howe ISD School Board Agenda A Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees of Howe ISD will be held on November 15, 2021 beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Howe ISD Administration Office located at 105 W. Tutt St, Howe, Texas.

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CALL TO ORDER/DETERMINATION OF QUORUM INVOCATION/PLEDGES STUDENT/TEACHER RECOGNITION PUBLIC FORUM REPORTS A. Administrator Reports B. Technology Report C. Superintendent Report 1. Enrollment 2. Personnel 3. COVID Update 4. Other Information PUBLIC HEARING Presentation of the Howe ISD 2020-21 FIRST Rating and Finan cial Management Report Public Comments on the 2020-21 FIRST Report THE BOARD WILL CONSIDER, DISCUSS, AND/OR TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION REGARDING THE FOLLOWING: A. 2020-21 Financial Audit B. Consent Agenda Items 1. Minutes from Regular Meeting on October 18, 2021 2. Monthly Financial Reports 3. 2021 Tax Roll Values C. Budget Amendments D. Resolution to Cast Votes in Election for the Board of Di rectors of the Grayson County Appraisal District E. Resolution to Convene the School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) to Recommend Curriculum Materials for Human Sexuality Instruction F. Region 10 ESC Multi-Region Purchasing Cooperative Interlocal Agreement G. December Board Meeting H. Closed Session in Accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Section 551.074 1. Personnel a. Athletic Director I. Action on Items from Closed Session ADJOURN

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E. Before any closed meeting is convened, the presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting. Consent agenda items are considered to be routine by the School Board and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussions on items unless a school board member so requests, at which time the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and will be considered as a separate item on the Agenda.

This Agenda posted Friday, November 12, 2021 at 4:00 p.m.

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Sales tax receipts for Howe continue to climb at 9.85 percent over 2020 Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced recently he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose taxing districts $1.07 billion in local sales tax allocations for November, 20.6 percent more than in November 2020.

In Howe, the total came to $51,364.62 compared to $47,693.07 during the same period a year ago.

For the year, Howe’s totals are $469,824.35 which is 9.85 percent ahead of the same figure a year ago during the same period.

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Sherman Denison a Gainesville Celina Melissa Anna Van Alstyne Bonham Whitesboro Gunter Pottsboro Whitewright Howe Leonard Collinsville Tioga Bells Southmayd Tom Bean Oak Ridge Savoy Ector Dorchester

$2,592,502.10 $794,218.16 $790,075.51 $665,516.50 $507,313.17 $453,291.57 $311,099.47 $235,109.10 $176,292.51 $174,941.93 $72,651.49 $51,705.10 $51,364.62 $41,169.12 $29,040.45 $28,043.06 $26,437.45 $24,219.37 $15,182.79 $11,036.27 $7,765.86 $4,337.06 $1,063.05

Sherman Denison Gainesville Celina Anna Melissa Van Alstyne Bonham Whitesboro Gunter Pottsboro Whitewright Howe Leonard Southmayd Collinsville Bells Tioga Tom Bean Oak Ridge Savoy Ector Dorchester

$24,640,815.96 $8,270,400.83 $6,757,145.16 $5,519,275.06 $4,352,348.46 $4,326,637.55 $2,643,934.52 $2,371,909.75 $1,617,846.08 $1,122,678.97 $671,539.69 $485,388.66 $469,824.35 $405,372.35 $348,970.85 $304,769.16 $262,635.39 $252,866.98 $124,581.08 $119,089.87 $66,193.41 $33,692.57 $11,559.01

Seven Howe FFA teams advancing to the Area V LDE Contest Wednesday Korie Bouse, Jenna Clark, Caden Garner, Shelbee Taylor, and Ashtyn Wade.

Ag Issues 1st Place Mackenzie Bryant, Jentrie Doty, Teagan Stubblefield, Emma Sutherland, and Lily Yglesias.

Junior Chapter Conducting 4th Place Hayden Adkins, Smiley Buchanan, Itzel Conejo, Camryn Craddock, Noah Fowler, Talen Haley, Ryan Hough, Hayden King, Slayden Martin, and Presley Shockey.

Junior Creed Speaking 1st Place Camryn Craddock Junior Quiz Team 2nd Place

Bulldogs basketball

and on sales made in July, August and September by quarterly filers.

These allocations are based on sales made in September by businesses that report tax monthly,

Ag Advocacy 1st Place

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Itzel Conejo, Talan Haley, Ryan Hough, and Presley Shockey.

Junior Skills Team 2nd Place Logan Duty, Will Fuhr, and Garren Lankford.

Job Interview 1st Place Jentrie Doty Radio Broadcasting 4th Place Kendall Griffin, Luke Lopez, and Teagan Stubblefield.

Senior Creed Speaking 2nd Place Korie Bouse Senior Quiz Team 4th Place Shelbee Taylor, Mackenzie Bryant, Caden Garner, and Ashtyn Wade.

Howe guard Austin Haley (1) makes a game-tying assist in the final game of the 2020-2021 season. Photo by Michelle Carney.

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sythe’s first year as Whitewright then-senior guard Aaron Pitt hit a halfcourt last-ditch prayer to keep Howe’s playoff dry streak intact.

“I’m expecting our team to do some really good things— especially knowing our offense,” said Forsythe. “We came from within seconds from taking the final playoff spot last year. Hats off to Whitewright for making that shot and going three rounds deep, but that could have been us.”

Forsythe said the abundance of talent returning to the floor should make an impact in District 10-3A for the Bulldogs.

“We’re returning an AllTexomaland guard in Austin Haley and Jacob Campbell (sophomore) who has had a significant growth spurt in height and strength,” said Forsythe.

“Those are two guys that we can definitely do some damage with.”

He also mentioned the return of Eli Wilson and Luke Lopez who was statistically one of the best shooters for the Bulldogs a year ago. He says the continued development of Zac Defrange and the fact that he has grown another inch can help the inside game.

Forsythe sees a rotation of eight or nine consistently and points out the significant improvement of Jared Brussow to help out the bench play.

“He came on strong last year for our JV and in practice has really been aggressive in driving and finishing,” said Forsythe.

With the first game looming tomorrow night (Tuesday), he sees a starting five of Haley, Camp-

bell, Luke Lopez, Ethan Lopez, and big man rotation of Wilson and Defrange.

“We have some JV kids that I think that maybe half the season could possibly move them up too,” said Forsythe. “The sophomore class is really strong and some of those kids grew about three or four inches over the summer.”

He was mainly talking about Kaleb Taylor who has added strength as well as grown two inches. Forsythe said he played well in a scrimmage recently.

“He made some sophomore mistakes, but he’s going to be pushing for me to move him up,” said Forsythe.

This season will be the first in several that Howe has not had a freshman starter on the floor.

Two years ago, it was guard Haley and a year ago it was Jacob Campbell.

“We’ve got experience now rolling back in and that’s a good thing. But you always like to see those young kids come in and push the older ones too,” said Forsythe.

The Bulldogs will be one of five teams pushing for the four playoff spots in District 10-3A. Leonard will be the district favorite with their talented roster intact for the most part.

“Gunter was young last year and beat us in district and they can shoot the ball,” said Forsythe.

“They are ones to look out for with of course Bells and you never know about Blue Ridge. They play hard.”

Forsythe says the Bulldogs, who

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First United Methodist Church hosting “The Miracle on Denny Street”

Veterans Day

On December 12 from 4-6 pm, the First United Methodist Church of Howe will host an immersive Christmas experience.

There will be free food, hot chocolate, live music, live animals, Christmas nativity, and Santa Claus.

Howe native Trevor Stevens gave a speech about his military career in the U.S. Marine Corps. Staff photo.

The Howe High School National Honor Society hosted their annual Veterans Day Program on Thursday, November 11. The event was a return to the traditional program as a year ago, COVID forced a parade of cars.

Sherman PD for 13 years.

Former Marine and 2001 HHS graduate Trevor Stevens gave the speech about his military career and what the U.S. Marine Corps has done for his life. He was a CH -53 Helicopter Crew Chief Door Gunner. He was deployed to Iraq in 2003 and deployed in 2004 to Marine Expeditionary Unit in Okinawa, Japan before finishing his deployment in Iraq in 2005.

Stevens mustered out in 2006 and served as a police officer for the

The Howe Intermediate School Choir sang a song in honor of the veterans near the beginning of the service.

“There’s two men sitting here next to my wife that played a very important role on why I became a Marine,” said Stevens. “My dad and Coach Simmons.”

The National Honor Society thanked those who worked to help make it possible. The Boys Scouts presented the flags, and Mrs. Liss provided music for each branch of service. They thanked Mr. Tipton’s art students, and Mrs. Blum and food production students and the HIS choir. a

Trevor Stevens’ father Gene proudly looks on at his son Trevor as he gives the Veterans Day speech. Staff photo.

XYZ honors veterans Submitted—XYZ (extra Years of Zest), the Senior Citizens group from First Baptist Church Howe, met Thursday in Fellowship Hall at the church. Attendees had fun, food, and fellowship. The program was a continuation of "School Memories" with several members, including pastor Roger Tidwell, giving their heartfelt memories of their school days in the past.

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little known facts about friends.

Since it was Veterans Day, the group also honored our Veterans on that 11th day of the 11th month at 11:00 am with 11 seconds of silence followed by prayer from Brother Roger.

We thank our Veterans for their service. XYZ meets the second Thursday of each month at 10:30 at the First Baptist Church Howe and all senior citizens are invited.

Everyone is welcome and they ask you to come wearing your favorite Christmas outfit (Christmas PJs, Ugly Christmas Sweater, and Santa hats).

First United Methodist Church is located at 810 N. Denny Street in Howe.

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finished 9-9 last season including 7-7 in district play, is not settling for a .500 record this year. With the returning talent, he expects to continue the improvement from a season ago that saw the winning percentage improve from a .296 in 2019-20 to .500 a year ago in Forsythe’s first year. While a lot of discussion focuses on the offensive side of the ball, Howe improved the points allowed from 56.48 per game in 2019-20 to 42.12 a year ago. The offense actually scored more points per game two years ago, but Forsythe’s style of play slowed the scoring down on both sides of the floor.

“We’re going to push for a winning record and finishing towards the top of the district,” said Forsythe. “I really think they have the potential to make a playoff run—maybe even a few rounds.”

Unlike last year, the Bulldogs are no longer wondering if they’ll even get to play because of a disease. They are no longer trying to learn a new coach and learn new plays. They now have the consistency to be already equipped to step on the gas immediately and begin a season with legitimate expectations of being the first Howe boys team sport to qualify for the playoffs in a span of four

Sophomore guard Jacob Campbell. seasons.

The first game will be against a good Celina school and Howe will be without several starters due to injuries leftover from football season. Haley and Ethan Lopez will not be able to suit up as well as sophomore Cooper Jones.

CHANGE CHANGE CHANGE CHANGE CHANGE

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Summit Hill Elementary Top Dogs

Third Grade - Karen Rivera, Audrey Stanley, Austin Carney, Nisreen Seyam, Emmett Thompson.

Howe High School Students of the Month

L to R: Madison Morrow, Henry Gill, Kayley Laubhan, Luciano Vazquez, Rian Cox, Brody Rollins, Rylee Burris, Ethan Lopez

Fourth Grade - Haylee Allison, Levi Rushing, Jesse Acevedo, Maddie Chantaca, Kalani Collette.

Fifth Grade - William Felder, Truitt Allison, Jackson Culp, Abigail Clark, Lauren Ragsdale.

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Summit Hill Elementary Students of the Month

November Student of the Month for Summit Hill Elementary are Pre-K: Joy Bender, Giovanny Alejos (not pictured).

Kindergarten: Juliet Vega (Julie), Judd Watson.

First grade: Jayden Cano, Sophia Geer.

Second grade: Farrah Govea, Camden Fair

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City of Howe Council Agenda NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF HOWE, TEXAS WILL BE HELD ON THE 16th day of November 2021 AT 6:00 P.M., AT 700 W. HANING, HOWE, TEXAS AT WHICH TIME THE FOLLOWING SUBJECTS WILL BE DISCUSSED, TO WIT: CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION PLEDGE TO FLAGS PUBLIC REQUEST CURRENT BUSINESS Consider/approve consent items which are marked by an *. * Minutes of October 19, 2021, Council Meeting * Finance statements – October 2021 * Street closures for Christmas Parade, December 11th 1. Discuss, consider, and take action to approve the Consent agenda.

2. Discuss, consider, and act upon Resolution 2021-0006 ILA agreement between the City of Anna and the City of Howe.

3. Discuss, consider, and act upon Howe Pre-Development and Professional Services Agreement.

4. Discuss, consider, and act upon the updated Summit Gardens Rental Agreement.

5. Discuss, consider, and act upon Resolution 2021-0007, Appraisal District board election.

6. Departmental Reports: a. Police Department. b. Utility Department. c. Code Enforcement. d. Municipal Court. e. Administration. f. Fire Department. g. Economic Development.

EXECUTIVE SESSION The City Council will convene into closed session pursuant to the provisions of the Open Meeting Law, Chapter 551, Texas Government Code.

The City Council will convene in Executive Session as authorized by Texas Government Code 551.074, Personnel Matters; to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee. Discussion to finalize the pay rate that the new City Secretary will receive.

City Secretary END EXECUTIVE SESSION RETURN TO OPEN SESSION 7. Discuss, consider, and act upon items discussed in Executive Session.

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FIREARMS Guns N More 281 Celtic Road Howe, TX 75459 GunsNMore.net (903) 267-1091 jared.c@gunsnmore.net FUNERAL HOME Scoggins Funeral Home & Crematory 637 W. Van Alstyne Parkway Van Alstyne TX 75495 scogginsfuneralhome.com 903-482-5225 tommywscoggins@hotmail.com HAIR SALON Good Fellas Barber Shop 105 E. Haning St. (972) 502-0559 goodfellasbarbershoptx@gmail.com HEALTHCARE Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health 8001 S. U.S. Highway 75 Sherman TX 75090 angelsofcare.com 903-532-1400 jriggs@angelsofcare.com Core Fit Nutrition 300 W. Haning St Howe, TX 75459 469-337-1053 C.culton@icloud.com NURSE C.E.R.T.S. 505 Castlegate St. Howe, TX 75459 90.-821-3392 loavamccarthy@msn.com HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING Baker A/C & Heating, Inc. 215 N. Denny St. Howe TX 75459 903-532-6225 bakerac.mark@yahoo.com HOUSING Bainbrook Apartments 511 S. Collins Fwy Howe, TX 75459 (469) 712-4082 bainbrook75459.com Pradera Manufactured Home Park 709 N. Collins Freeway Howe TX 75459 http://praderamhp.com (903) 532-0014 pradera@havenparkmgmt.com M&M Properties 901 N. Denny St Howe TX 75459 903-815-9223 mariecurtis16@gmail.com.

INSURANCE Ed Meacham, State Farm 2624 Loy Lake Rd., Suite B Sherman TX 75090 https://www.statefarm.com/ agent/US/TX/Sherman/EdMeacham-3TGY5753JAK 903-892-3923 ed@mredinsurance.com Kathy McGarry, Mayo Agency 215 S Ray Roberts Pkwy, P.O. Box 519 Tioga TX 76271 940-437-2378 kathy.mayoagency@gmail.com

Texas Farm Bureau Insurance, Darren Foster – Agent 1363 S Waco St Van Alstyne TX 75495 https://www.txfbins.com/ insurance/agent/grayson/ 32707/darrenfoster 903-436-2470 dfoster@txfb-ins.com Texas Farm Bureau Insurance, Loretta Anderson – Agent 1363 S Waco St Van Alstyne TX 75495 https://www.txfb -ins.com/ insurance/agent/grayson/ 23242/lorettaanderson 903-819-1041 landerson@txfb-ins.com Aflac Agent Chyna Vincent 1671 Taylor Rd Dorchester TX 75459 940-641-1714 chynakv@live.com INTERNET TekWav 223 N. Walnut St. Sherman TX 75090 http://www.tekwav.com 903-375-9787 jj@tekwav.com LEADERSHIP The Iku Organization http://theikuorganization.org/ 214-392-6218 soga.aralola@gmail.com NON-PROFIT Goodwill Industries of Northeast Texas 2206 E. Lamar St. Sherman, TX 75090 goodwillnorthtexas.org spierce@goodwillnorthtexas.org

REAL ESTATE Bill French Properties 315 N Travis Suite B-3 Sherman TX 75090 billfrenchproperties.com 903-893-BILL (2455) bill@billfrenchproperties.com Sheryl Bentley, REMAX REALTORS (903) 821-7653 yourrealtorsheryl@gmail.com Michael Taylor – Keller Williams Realty P.O. Box 575 Howe TX 75459 mtaylor@kw.com The Llama Realty Group Dana Thornhill 204 Tate Circle Sherman, TX 75090 903-821-6890 llamarealtygroup@gmail.com RESTAURANTS El Patio Escondido Mexican Restaurant & Cantina 495 W. Van Alstyne Pkwy, P.O. Box 637 Van Alstyne TX 75495 elpatioescondido.com 903-482-5538 williampacheco519@yahoo.com Palio’s Pizza Cafe 303 W. Haning St. Howe TX 75459 https://www.palioshowe.com/ 903-532-0390 paliospizza@att.net ROOFING

United Way of Grayson County 713 E. Brockett P.O. Box 1112 Sherman, Texas 75091 903.893.1920 PHOTOGRAPHY Illuminated by Lanay Lanay Rentrom 972-215-9886 lanay@illuminatedbylanay.com PLUMBING Brother Plumber 708 Maple St. Howe, TX 75459 469-968-4487 trent@brotherplumber.com http://Brotherplumber.com/ Torque Plumbing 102 S. Collins Frwy Howe TX 75459 (972) 658-1515 torquemayes@yahoo.com PUBLIC UTILITIES Atmos Energy 5111 Blue Flame Rd. Sherman TX 75090 http://www.atmosenergy.com/ 1-888-286-6700 (Main) 1-866-322-8667 Natural Gas Emergency Jan.Rugg@atmosenergy.com Grayson -Collin Electric Cooperative, Inc. P.O. Box 548 Van Alstyne TX 75495 www.grayson-collin.coop 903-482-7100 mmcginnis@gcec.net Cavender Home Theater DISH 6202 Texoma Parkway Sherman TX 75090 http://www.cavendertv.com/ 903-892-3499 chris@cavenderht.com

HIT Exteriors, LLC Howe, TX 75459 972-977-1523 sergio@hitexteriors.com STORAGE Howe Mini-Storage 609 N. Denny St. Howe TX 75459 903-532-7867 amanda.garner@howecpa.com TOWING Adams Automotive & Towing 85 Redden Rd Van Alstyne TX 75495 adamsautotow.com 903-482-5784 Pristine Towing & Roadside Assistance 135 Hodgins Rd. P.O. Box 1672 Van Alstyne TX 75495 (903) 814-8064 WELDING Robertson Welding Service 1716 Baker Rd. C Sherman, TX 75090 903-328-6588 carobertson1975@yahoo.com

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The Howe Area Chamber of Commerce is organized for the purpose of advancing the commercial, industrial, civic and general interest of the City of Howe, Texas.

Howe, Texas is at the intersection of U.S. Highway 75, State Highway 5, and Farm Road 902, on the Southern Pacific line ten miles south of Sherman in southern Grayson County. Howe is the highest point between the Red River and the Gulf of Mexico at 873 ft above sea level. The city was originated in 1872. The Howe Area Chamber of Commerce was first organized in 1964, with President Cleon Hamilton. It was reorganized in 1972 with Ray Hamilton as president. In 1984, it was once again reorganized with President James Ogle. In 2015, the organization revamped for the fourth time under new leadership from President Robert Cannaday. The current elected president in 2021 is Monte Walker.

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City of Howe SECONDS COUNT IN AN EMERGENCY! That's why the City of Howe has instituted the CodeRED Emergency Notification System - an ultra highspeed 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

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Cityofhowe.org City Hall 116 E. Haning St., 903-532-5571 Mayor: Bill French City Administrator: Jeff Stanley City Secretary: Joy Stevens Assistant City Secretary: Kerri Cheatham Utility Billing and Municipal Court 116 E. Haning St. 903-532-5571 Utility Clerk: Beccy Roberts Court Clerk: Gina Jones (After hours night drop available) Public Works 317 S. Hughes St. Public Works Director: Mickey Phillips Code Enforcement 317 S. Hughes St. Code Enforcement Officer: Benjamin Fuhr Howe Fire Department 118 E. Haning 903-532-6888 (nonemergency) Fire Chief: Robert Maniet

2021-22 City of Howe Water, Sewer, Refuse collection rates - one bill WATER RATES Base (Minimum) Rate: $28.51 (uniform rate) Volume (Gallons): 1,000 Volume Charge: $7.82 p/ 1,000 gal. for 1,001-4,000 gallons $8.77 p/ 1,000 gal. for 4,001-20,000 gallons $9.76 p/ 1,000 gal. for 20,001-45,000 gallons $10.40 p/ 1,000 gal. for all consumption over 45,000 gallons CONNECTION, WATER TAP & METER INSTALLATION FEES Deposit: $150.00 Service Charge: $10.00 Connection: $20.00 Reconnect: $50.00 Tap Fees: (3/4” – 1”) = $900.00 (2” – 6”) = $1,500.00 Impact Fee: N/A New Meter Installations: 3/4” = $2,060.00 (Tap Fee, Meter Installation, Deposit) 1” = $2,110.00 (Tap Fee, Meter Installation, Deposit) 2” = $4,475.00 (Tap Fee, Meter Installation, Deposit) 4” = $4,550.00 (Tap Fee, Meter Installation, Deposit) 6” = $6,110.00 (Tap Fee, Meter Installation, Deposit) Hydrant Meter Deposit: $2,000.00

Howe Police Department 700 W. Haning St. 903-532-9971 (non-emergency) Dispatch 903813-4411 Police Chief: Carl Hudman Police Sergeant: Keith Milks

SEWER RATES & TAP FEES Base (Minimum) Rate: $35.28 (uniform rate) Volume (Gallons): 1,000 Volume Charge: $5.51 p/ 1,000 gallons Tap Fee: $900.00 Impact Fee: N/A

Economic Development 101 E. Haning St. 903-532-6080 EDC Director: Monte Walker

OUTSIDE OF CITY LIMITS

State Sales Tax General Revenue Sales Tax Ad valorem reduction Sales Tax Economic Development (Type B) Sales Tax Total

6.25 % 1.00 % 0.50 % 0.50 % 8.25 %

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

$0.55 $1.33 $0.34 $0.17 $2.39

Planning & Zoning Commission Meets third Monday as needed

City of Howe Budget

$4,038,045

For more information visit the city website www.cityofhowe.org

City Council meets third Tuesday at 700 W. Haning St. at 6 pm.

Howe Community Facilities Development Corporation Meets as needed

WATER RATES Base (Minimum) Rate: $42.76 (uniform rate) Volume (Gallons): 1,000 Volume Charge: $11.74 p/ 1,000 gal. for next 4,000 gallons $13.16 p/ 1,000 gal. for next 20,000 gallons $14.65 p/ 1,000 gal. for next 20,000 gallons $15.59 p/ 1,000 gal. for all over 45,000 gallons CONNECTION, WATER TAP & METER INSTALLATION FEES **SAME AS INSIDE CITY LIMITS** SEWER RATES N/A

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"With a united effort we can make the place in which we live clean, wholesome, attractive. We can make the crowded city dweller homesick to come back to us and real living.

We can bring new life, new business, new beauty, to the little towns." - Mame Roberts

Job Title GENERAL SHOP WORKER workintexas.com Posting ID 14900853 Location Denison Posting Close Date 12/02/2021 https:// Posting Link bit.ly/3n1PpGp Description A local company is looking for a GENERAL SHOP WORKER who will be cutting pipe, crowning and bending. Final assembly and packaging and various other duties as assigned.

Must be able to read a tape measure. Metal shop experience helpful but not required.

Description This position requires a High School Diploma or Equivalent, and a minimum of 6 months of related experience.

Job Title MAINTENANCE SERVICE TECHNICIAN workintexas.com Posting ID 14900943 Location Sherman Posting Close Date 12/02/2021 Posting Link https:// bit.ly/3n5IfAY Description A local company is looking for a MAINTENANCE SERVICE TECHNICIAN who will repair common service problems associated with manufactured housing. You will provide excellent customer service by promptly responding to service calls and ensuring that all repairs are completed in a thorough and timely manner.

Description This position requires a High School Diploma or Equivalent, and a minimum of 2 years of related experience.

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Texas History Minute The name “Ima Hogg” has been a running joke in Texas for many years.

However, for anyone who Ken Bridges knew her or had ever been touched by her many works, the real Ima Hogg was anything but a joke.

Ima Hogg was born in the East Texas city of Mineola in 1882, the daughter of local prosecutor Jim Hogg, who would go on to serve as a popular state attorney general and as governor from 1891 to 1895. Contrary to the popular myth, she did not have a sister named “Your-a” or any variation on that. In reality, Gov. Hogg and his wife, Sarah, had only Ima and three sons: James, Thomas, and William, all born between 1875 and 1887. “Ima” was a fairly popular name at the time, and her parents reportedly were further inspired by a poem that Jim Hogg’s brother had written, in spite of some reported protests within the family. But she would spend most of her adult life signing her name as only “I. Hogg.”

As a child, she showed a tremendous talent for the piano, an interest that coincided with her lifetime love of the arts. She attended the University of Texas in 1899 and studied piano with teachers across Europe after the turn of the century.

Not long after her father’s death

in 1905, she ended her overseas studies and ultimately settled in Houston. Here, she co-founded the Houston Symphony Orchestra in 1913 and served as the organization’s president off-and-on for several years.

Thanks to the family’s oil investments, Ima Hogg embarked on a number of charitable crusades. In 1929, haunted by memories of depression she and one of her brothers suffered after their mother’s tragic 1895 death, she founded the Houston Child Guidance Center to help children with emotional issues. She took this even further in 1940 when she started the Hogg Foundation for Mental Health in Austin, which has since helped countless people through its research and counseling activities.

In 1943, she won a seat on the Houston school board, her only elected office. Through this position, she worked to establish programs to promote music and the arts in the schools and fought for equal pay for equal work for both sexes and all races.

At an age when many were retiring, Hogg only stepped up her activities. In 1948, she became the first woman president of the Philosophical Society of Texas, an organization dating back to 1837 dedicated to advancing the arts and sciences in the state. In the 1950s, she worked to restore several historic sites across the state, including the 1835 Martin Varner Plantation in Brazoria County, the nineteenth-century

Winedale Inn in Round Top, and her family’s estate in Quitman.

She was soon named to the Texas State Historical Commission. In 1960, President Dwight D. Eisenhower appointed her to a commission to aid in the planning of the National Cultural Center, which later became the Kennedy Center. And in 1962, Hogg worked with First Lady Jackie Kennedy in restoration of the White House.

Gov. John Connally and his wife, Nellie, spoke for many when they called her the “First Lady of Texas.” Ima Hogg was given many state and national awards for her work in historic preservation and other causes. In 1969, Quitman established a museum to honor her many works. She continued to travel and to stay active with her many charities until her pass-

Ima Hogg ing in 1975 at age 93, leaving a legacy of restoration and beauty for Texas.

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Making the effort to do what is right In Luke 10:30 -37, a certain lawyer approaches Jesus with a spiritual question: “What shall I do to inherit eternal life?” How fitting that a Dr. Billy legal expert Holland would ask Jesus about a subject he was trained to understand. Jesus points this man and the rest of us to the law of heaven, “Whoever loves God with all their heart, soul, strength, and mind, and whoever loves their neighbor as themselves will have eternal life.” This arrogant attorney was only pretending to make sure he understood clearly whom he is obligated to love, and continued another attempt to justify his prejudice. “And who is my neighbor?” Jesus responds to this second query with the story of the Good Samaritan.

The Good Samaritan was obviously a sensitive and caring person who at significant cost to himself, stopped to help a wounded stranger that had been beaten and robbed and was being ignored by everyone passing by.

Making his rescue attempt even more remarkable is the fact that he was a Samaritan and the man who was hurt was his Jewish neighbor. You see, traditionally Jews and Samaritans despised each other. It’s true the Samaritan is the hero of the story and a model of Biblical compassion, but his actions should not be seen as extraordinary. This is the standard attitude of Christian love that God expects or more accurately He demands from all of His followers as a normal lifestyle. Some of the villains in this true account are surprisingly the religious leaders who turned their heads and their hearts away and acted as if they did not see the crisis. It’s easy to heap scorn on such callous disregard, but there is also a good chance we may have fared no better. These respected figures within the community might have felt pity for the victim and may have even said a silent prayer for him as they passed by, however, refusing to become involved was sadly based on racial bigotry and political correctness.

We have also driven past those who hold signs begging for help which leaves us with countless opinions. We’ve heard stories about those who are professional

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scammers and how they play on people’s emotions. There are always reasons and excuses why we do not pick up hitchhikers or help those who sleep under bridges and mostly it’s because we would rather not be involved. We know it’s critical to use our spiritual discernment, but should we try to help everyone? We can imagine what the people in our story were thinking for example, “I’m not comfortable or trained to treat wounds, and I’m afraid he might have a disease.” “What if he dies, I will be blamed.” Maybe they justified their decision with the idea they should not be expected to be responsible for everyone else’s problems. Others might have been suspicious this person was a criminal and deserved what happened and this was his punishment. Or maybe they were just really busy that day or were late for a lunch date or an important meeting. Whatever reasons these individuals deemed it either too costly or insignificant, Jesus condemns them. To love their neighbor at that moment required stopping what they were focused on and deciding to do what was right.

Jesus continues to teach these spiritual principles as He declares in Matthew chapter 25, that whatever we refuse to do for others, we are also ignoring to consider Him. This includes our love. So, how crucial is it to be sensitive to the voice of the Holy Spirit and be ready to serve? The people in this Matthew passage are sent into eternal damnation because they failed to care for the needy. Remember the rich man and Lazarus. Romans chapter 12 speaks directly to believers about the practical and often painful ministry of being a living sacrifice.

This means we should be prepared to act when a divine appointment presents itself as having a higher level of spiritual discernment is why we talk so much about walking in the awareness of God’s presence. Being sympathetic is not enough as James says in 2:15-16, “If a brother or sister is poorly clothed and lacking in daily food, and one of you says to them, go in peace, be warmed and filled, without giving them the things needed for the body, what good is that?” How is feeling sorry for someone helping anything?

Until our minds are renewed to resist our carnal selfish nature, we will never be like Jesus.

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Local church calendar A Christian Fellowship 150 Fellowship Ln, Sherman, TX 75090 (903) 815-1333 Wednesday 6:30 pm – Potluck Meal 7:00 pm – Worship Service 7:00 pm – Jr & Sr High Youth Sunday 9:30 am – Sunday School (all ages) 10:30 am – Worship Service 10:30 am – KidZone Children’s Service (5yr – 12 yr.)

Community Bible Fellowship 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 First Baptist Church Dorchester 11831 FM 902, Dorchester, TX 75459 903-476-5525 Wednesday 6:00 pm - Meal (Donations for adults and kids eat free) 6:30 pm - Praise service 7:00 pm - Youth Bible Study 7:00 pm - Adult Bible Study 7:00 pm - RA's/GA's/children's group Sunday 9:00 am - Men's Prayer Time 9:45 am - Sunday School 10:45 am - A.M. Worship Service 5:00 pm - Adult Choir Practice 6:00 pm - Evening Worship First Baptist Church Howe 100 E. Davis St., Howe, TX 903532-5504 Tuesday 7:00 pm - Bible Study Wednesday 5:30 pm - Kids Choir 6:30 pm - Team Kid 6:30 pm - Youth Ministry 6:30 pm - Adult Bible Fellowship Sunday 9:15 am - Bible Fellowship 10:30 am - Kids Church 10:30am - Worship Service

First United Methodist Church of Howe 810 N Denny St, Howe, TX 75459 903-532-6718 Monday 9:30 am - Care Team Meeting 10:30 am - Pastor's Bible Study Tuesday 9:30 am - Women's Bible Study 11:30 am - Out and About with Pastor Stephen 6:30 pm Boy Scouts Wednesday 9:00 am - Wednesday Workers 6:30 pm - Jr. High and Sr. High Youth Saturday 9:00 am - Feed My Sheep (1st and 3rd Sat each month) Sunday 8:40 am - Fellowship and Donuts 9:00 am - Sunday School 10:00 am - Worship service 3:00 pm - Cub Scouts Howe Church of Christ 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 Summit View Church 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

Times are subject to change. Please check with each church for any possible changes

John 14:2-4 My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am. 4 You know the way to the place where I am going.”

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Living with children Q: My almost four-yearold daughter is generally wellbehaved except for screaming and running away from me John when we leave a Rosemond store, the library, etc. before she’s ready to go. She pulls away from me and runs. If we’re already outside, she often puts herself in danger. I have spanked her and sent her to her room when we get home. When I punish her, she is sorry, but the next time we leave a public place, she does the same thing. She’s too big for me to pick her up kicking and screaming and carry her to the car. I have been leaving her home as much as I can while I go shopping, but that really doesn’t solve the problem. What can I do?

A: Have I got a solution for you! It’s called the "dry run.”

you leave the store you are not carrying anything except whatever thingy you bought for your daughter. When it's time to go, and she begins to scream and struggle, you put down what you bought for her—even if you’ve already paid for it (it should, therefore, be inexpensive)—pick her up, carry her to the car (you can do this!), strap her in, drive her home and confine her in her room until bedtime, which should be as early as possible. Calmly inform her that this is the procedure from now on.

The next day, take her on another dry run. When you get to the store, say, "Remember yesterday?

If you scream, I'm going to take you home and put you in your room. When you're in your room, I get a lot done around the house, so scream and try to run if you want to." Act very nonchalant, like it doesn't matter to you if she screams and tries to bolt or not.

At this point, your problem is that when your daughter goes on the lam, your hands are probably full or close to it. Furthermore, you may be in the middle of a string of errands and can't immediately go home. So, you muddle through the situation as best you can while in the meantime becoming more and more flustered, and you end up not sending your daughter a clear, powerful message concerning your expectations.

My guess is she won't scream, but if she does, it’s no longer skin off your back. Three to five dry runs should solve the problem. Nonetheless, for the next three months or so, whenever you go to a store, you are going to have to remind her of "the deal" and stand ready to act if she has a relapse.

A dry run: Take your runaway to her favorite store. Go with no purpose in mind save that of setting a disciplinary precedent. When you get to the store, look around for a while, then buy her something she wants. It is important that when

John Rosemond has worked with families, children, and parents since 1971 in the field of family psychology. In 1971, John earned his masters in psychology from Western Illinois University and was elected to the Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society.

Family psychologist John Rosemond: johnrosemond.com, parent guru.com.

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