60.49 Howe Enterprise April 17, 2023

a

a

Grayson Publishing, LLC

© 2023 The Howe Enterprise

Volume 60, Edition 49, Monday, April 17, 2023 Texas Trash Off is this Saturday, April 22. Keep Howe Beautiful is asking those to meet at Summit Gardens at 100 E. O’Connell St. at 9 am. ***** In today's competitive workforce, if you, as an employer, have an employee that continually goes above and beyond their job description, is willing to make huge sacrifices for your company, and carries the torch for your company don't take that person for Billie Ingram granted. They will leave Challenger you with pretty enorWhat is your opinion of mous voids to fill - some the current state of that you didn't even Howe, Texas? know existed. Listen to their warnings.

Growing up in Van ***** Alstyne, having Howe as Exodus 14:14 says The a next door rival, I jokLORD shall fight for ingly mentioned that it you, and ye shall hold pained me when I put on your peace. my first article of Howe ***** Bulldogs attire to coach a The Howe Enterprise 6u baseball team back in and the ownership group 2013. My attitude has have not endorsed any candidate and will not.

(Continued on page 2)

Subscribe for free

City Council candidates submit answers to questions

Rodney Hough Challenger

Michael Hill Challenger

What is your opinion of the current state of Howe, Texas.

What is your opinion of the current state of Howe, Texas?

Howe is a great small town and with the right planning and leadership it can maintain the small town atmosphere we love while still growing in a planned logical manner. By sticking to the growth plan we can not

This city right now is in a difficult spot. We are seeing growth all around just not much in the city as of right now. Its coming this way, and we need to as a city come together and work on getting the infrastructure

(Continued on page 4)

(Continued on page 5)

Rod Gross Incumbent

Dale Rideout Incumbent

Did not respond INSIDE

Coach Graham OC, pg. 6 City Sales Tax, pg. 7 Brooks Cavender, pg. 7 FBC/XYZ, pg. 7 Texoma Patriots, pg. 7 Lady Bulldogs Sr. Night, pg. 8 Heated Howe elections, pg. 9 Hot Jobs, pg. 9 Howe ISD Agenda, pg. 11 City Council Agenda, pg. 11 HMS Students/Month, pg. 13 Lady Bulldogs Softball, pg. 14 Bulldogs Baseball, pg. 15 Area Track Athletes, pg. 16 Past front pages, pgs. 22-30

READERSHIP Jan. 1 - April 15, 2023 Sessions: 26,202 Pageviews: 320,384 Users: 16,967

Mayor candidates submit answers to questions

a

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

Bill French Incumbent

Cort Myrick Challenger

Karla McDonald Challenger

What is your opinion of the current state of Howe, Texas.

What is your opinion of the current state of Howe, Texas.

What is your opinion of the current state of Howe, Texas?

Howe is in a fantastic position to face the challenges ahead as the city continues to grow, and I am proud of what I, the city administrator, and

Howe has a rich history and is filled with many great families who want nothing but the best for our community. Presently however I believe that

Howe currently has some issues; however, all things can be overcome with appropriate leadership. Howe, Texas is a small town with a

(Continued on page 12)

(Continued on page 12)

(Continued on page 13)

HoweEnterprise.com

2

April 17, 2023

Ingram (Continued from page 1)

since changed and am proud to say that I am from Howe. The way the citizens of this town rally around the kids in every aspect that they are involved in is incredible. The business owners are friendly, inviting and familiar. The citizenry is close knit, cooperative and proud of Howe. The people of this town are very much our strong point. The current administration has failed to utilize that and not involved the citizens in the operation of our city.

The current admin and those of recent have proven that for our city to be able to improve our roads, build our own water treatment plant and improve our utilities, we are going to have to work together. The current state of our hometown is “behind”. We are behind on improving infrastructure, we are behind on not having local businesses that provide essential services and that leads to tax revenue dollars being spent outside of town. We are behind and the only way to “catch up” is to increase communication and transparency that fosters a work together, team mentality that invests in “we over me”.

With the financial difficulties of the City of Howe, what measures would you take to overcome those obstacles?

Our greatest expense and liability is the reliance on the City of Sherman for our wastewater treatment. Our exorbitant water rates are not an easy thing to swallow on the 10th of every month.

We have to focus heavily on building our own plant. The city has tried, unsuccessfully, in the past to partner with residential developers to build one.

Howe, currently, is in a unique situation. The industrial growth happening on our north border is going to bring in more business, and people. If we paired the influx of people, that will expand our tax base, with a “tax increment reinvestment zone”, we could make great strides towards building our own water treatment plant. Once that is established, we would gain momentum into facing our other financial issues and infrastructure deficiencies.

A TIRZ is a great economic development tool for Howe and could possibly include a 50% commitment from Grayson County. Each year that goes past, we forfeit the incremental amount that could be associated with the zone.

A TIRZ does NOT raise taxes.

How do you solve the current issue of emergency services to the citizens of Howe, Texas?

Partnering with a private EMS service, or a neighboring jurisdiction that operates an ambulance, at this time is Howe’s most feasible approach to providing our citizens with access to emergency medical services. Even though the city currently owns two ambulances, the costs associated with operating them are going to be monumental. I have talked to several surrounding cities and their ambulances are not profit generating assets. They are liabilities that are covered by other means of profit. The city of Howe partnered with Texas Vital Care and the contract (Continued on page 3)

HoweEnterprise.com

Ingram (Continued from page 2)

between them stated that upon the first day the ambulance was in service, Howe was to pay $25,000. The money was never paid. Howe still owes the City of Van Alstyne $42,000 from the period of time when VA provided ambulance service. I believe we could mend that relationship and bring it back to a partnership that provides Howe with ambulance and emergency medical service.

What is your position on the City of Howe following CDC (Centers for Disease Control) or WHO (World Health Organization) guidelines and or mandates as an absolute standard for health decisions for local businesses and employees?

Using only one source of information to formulate and plan rules, guidelines and practices leads to exclusion and alienation of those that gather from multiple sources to compile as much information as possible to make the most informed decision as to what is best for them. Using the guidelines provided by a global, or national organization as the starting point, not the standard, to then collaborate with state, county and local leaders to develop a plan that works best for Howe is my position.

In comparison to like-size cities such as Bells, Whitewright, and Pottsboro, how would you bring our ballfields up to par with at least those cities?

I have submitted open records requests to the City of Howe to see where the tax revenue was being utilized. None of it, according to their tax ledger, is being used for upkeep and maintenance on the city owned ball fields.

Having been a baseball board member for the three previous years, I can tell you, the kids are reliant on the time, energy and money of Howe Youth Sports and the parents that support them. Aside from using tax revenue that is already being generated but not used for parks; if we did establish a TIRZ however, parks and landscape are an approved use of those funds, again, a TIRZ does not raise current tax rates. Perhaps a partnership between the city and the ISD could be looked into to build a joint use complex that both the city and ISD benefit from much like Connections Park. A large population of the kids that would benefit from these types of facilities live within the ISD’s boundaries but not the city’s.

The hot topic among citizens seems to be a lack of communication between city to citizens. How do you remedy that issue?

We need to update many facets of our current website or generate a more modern one altogether that streamlines user interface and makes gathering information easier. I have also promised to start streaming council and other city meetings that are governed by The Open Meetings Act. The meetings are usually held in the early evenings when people are trying to get or have just gotten home running around like madmen trying to balance dinner

April 17, 2023 plans, sports practices and games, school events, homework and other chores. Possibly you had a hard day and don’t feel like doing anything else but sitting in your chair. More people can and will “attend” these meetings if the information is made more readily available and accessible. Mom doesn’t have to be at practice AND the meeting if she can sit at practice and watch the meeting. More people can be informed and involved. The city also has a nonexistent presence on social media. Establishing even a small social media footprint would exponentially increase communication. With the ability to share info instantly, it would promote facts and decrease rumors. It could come straight from the source.

Other cities even use social media to promote and introduce their work force. Increasing that familiarity fosters a better teamwork mindset when navigating hard issues.

The lack of Howe having its own wastewater treatment facility has been an ongoing problem for decades. What is your solution to solve that problem?

As stated in one of my previous answers, developing a TIRZ appears to me to be the best and most sound answer. It generates tax revenue without raising tax rates. The revenue generated could be put toward a water treatment plant. The city has tried to get a developer to build one without success. If we had a TIRZ that built funds we could share the costs with a developer instead of asking them to shoulder it all alone.

Where do you see Howe in 10 years?

There are a few “community” boards operated by Howe citizens on social media. I have seen several comments about people not wanting Howe to grow. They want it to remain the sleepy little town they’ve known for years.

I understand this sentiment, wholeheartedly. It just isn’t feasible. The US Census Bureau has listed “Sherman and the surrounding cities” in the top 30 fastest growing in America”.

The city put together a comprehensive plan in 2010 that outlined a 25 year plan for managing the city’s objectives concerning growth. The plan is online, and you can see that we have not followed it very closely. Getting back on track with the comprehensive plan will help us grow Howe in the right direction.

We have not had a mayoral election in 21 years and our city is facing 25-30 year old problems. We have not had a city council election in 5 years. I share blame in this, but we as a city have been very apathetic in regards to our city leadership. We have to change that, work together, communicate and bring about this inevitable growth coming our way as a team.

May 6, we can start this process, vote.

There are two council positions open and the mayor’s seat.

I would be honored to be your selection as a Howe City Councilman. I will listen to citizens’ concerns, com(Continued on page 4)

3

HoweEnterprise.com

4

April 17, 2023

Ingram (Continued from page 3)

municate with you, ensure you are informed on topics and decisions. I will make our city government as honest and transparent as legally allowed.

The only way this works is if we work together and in 10 years we can look back at this point and be glad that we started working together and built Howe to be the same lovable hometown that we have always known, for more people.

In that time, also, we can work to change the perception of Howe doing business and not paying our bills. We

can foster relationships with our surrounding neighbors and draw in businesses that have like-minded goals that want to do the best possible for their people. The more essential businesses we can bring in, the more tax dollars are spent, and stay, in Howe.

In 10 years, I will be 48, will have been married for 26 years, with a 25 year old, 22 year old and a 13 year old.

One thing I have always told my wife is that I want my kids to finish school where they begin as they will have lifelong friendships to carry into adulthood. I will still be in Howe in 10 years so that Olivia can finish school as a Howe Bulldog and I will still be willing to continue to do all of these things I have mentioned here.

Hough (Continued from page 1)

only keep the things about Howe that we love, we can add to it and make it even better.

With the financial difficulties of the City of Howe, what measures would you take to overcome those obstacles?

To improve Howe’s financial situation my plan would be to encourage businesses to come to Howe. Working with the Economic Development department I believe we can show businesses that Howe is in a prime location that would benefit them. The increased tax revenue would give Howe more opportunities to provide clean water and good streets.

How do you solve the current issue of emergency services to the citizens of Howe, Texas?

First, we have to pay our current bills.

No one is going to provide EMS services to us when we have outstanding bills. Second, we need to open up a bid process and choose the best service at the best price for our citizens.

What is your position on the City of Howe following CDC (Centers for Disease Control) or WHO (World Health Organization) guidelines and or mandates as an absolute standard for health decisions for local businesses and employees?

The CDC and WHO do not have the right to tell Howe citizens what they can and cannot do. Businesses in Howe do have the right to decide with

whom and how they will conduct Business. (No shoes, No shirt, No service). The government even at the city level does not have the right to tell citizens to wear a mask or what medical services they must have to interact with others in the community.

In comparison to like-size cities such as Bells, Whitewright, and Pottsboro, how would you bring our ball fields up to par with at least those cities?

To begin with, we would need to provide an incentive for a developer or business interested in Howe to have them help cover the cost of the fields.

Another option would be a private/ public partnership where we use funds from the Economic Development Corp in combination with tax incentives and allow the builders to name the park for advertising purposes.

The hot topic among citizens seems to be a lack of communication from city to citizens. How do you remedy that issue?

We need to manage the City Of Howe social media pages and keep them up to date with posts about city events and news. All city meetings that are not closed sessions should be live broadcast on social media. For those citizens without social media, major items such as utilities being turned off or worked on, should be notified by mail prior to actions being taken, except in extreme emergencies.

The lack of Howe having its own wastewater treatment facility has (Continued on page 5)

HoweEnterprise.com

5

April 17, 2023

Hough (Continued from page 4)

been an ongoing problem for decades. What is your solution to solve that problem?

Howe has known since 1984 that we need a water treatment plan. They have kicked the can down the road for 39 years. As a councilmember, my first priority is to move to build a water treatment plant and get it operational as soon as possible. As we all know, Sherman has given notice that they will be turning off our water treatment in early May. At that point, we have a couple of options. First, file an injunction with the state and hope a judge

forces Sherman to continue to provide services for Howe. Second, we need a contingency plan in case that fails.

One option is a portable temporary water treatment plant. If we go this route, it will be more expensive, but it might be necessary. Our best option is to get a bond passed to build our own treatment facility.

Where do you see Howe in 10 years?

I see Howe as a thriving community with businesses and strong city services, clean water, good roads, and nice parks. We can do this if we encourage the growth that we want and make our town not just family- friendly, but business-friendly as well. Howe can continue to be the town we love.

Hill (Continued from page 1)

prepared for that growth. Our city services need to tools and equipment to provide safe and adequate services for the current citizens and the future citizens. That all comes with a price. We need to get our financial orders in place, pay our debts, get away from the financial grip that Sherman has on us due to wastewater issues.

We need to work on the roads in this city. Far too long they have been horrible. My time as a City of Howe Police Officer, I have driven every road in the city multiple times. These roads are in such disrepair. Just patching them is only a temporary fix, we need to look at long term plans financially and with manpower on how we are going to improve.

With the financial difficulties of the City of Howe, what measures would you take to overcome those obstacles?

We need to slow the bleeding of spending money down. There needs to have a plan put in place to control spending and to allocate funds for certain projects that are needed. Example would be road repairs, wastewater treatment, fair and comparable pay, and benefits for all city employees.

© 2023 The Howe Enterprise

tract with them. I feel that with all the issues this city has, we do not have the money to fund a full-time ambulatory service. The equipment, the full-time staffing is a heavy burden on an already financially burdened city.

What is your position on the City of Howe following CDC (Centers for Disease Control) or WHO (World Health Organization) guidelines and or mandates as an absolute standard for health decisions for local businesses and employees?

No city or government should be allowed to force mask mandates on anyone, especially a business.

The business owner themselves should have the right to choose if they require patrons of their establishment to wear mask while inside their store, restaurant etc.… Same for the people, you should have the right to choose whether you wear a mask or not.

Therefore, if an establishment requires it, then you as an individual can go elsewhere and spend your money with someone who does not require a mask be worn.

In comparison to like-size cities such as Bells, Whitewright, and Pottsboro, how would you bring our ballfields up to par with at least those cities?

We need to have a 5-year plan in place for road repairs. Pick 5 roads in this city that are in dire need of repair.

Each year allocate so much of the budget to rebuilding that road. Yes, it would not take care of all the roads in this city, but it’s a start and better yet it’s a plan. The 2022/2023 city budget has only increased its street repair budget $800 over last year.

I do not have younger kids that play sports, so I am not sure as to the condition of the other city’s sports fields. I would assume there would be money set aside specifically for field maintenance and upgrades. Also, would assume there is a baseball board that would control spending of said money.

How do you solve the current issue of emergency services to the citizens of Howe, Texas.

The hot topic among citizens seems to be a lack of communication from city to citizens. How do you remedy that issue?

As far as emergency services goes, our Police Department does a phenomenal job with protecting our city and its citizens. Our Volunteer Fire department does a great job with responding to calls and assisting our citizens in their time of need. When it comes to an ambulatory service, we need to make a mince with Van Alstyne by paying our past due bills and getting their service back. There we no issues with response times or services rendered when we had a con-

First there needs to be an updated website for the city that is user friendly and maintained by a city employee.

Second, we need to research a way to have all city meetings that are legally able to be streamed available to the public. The citizens need to be aware of city procedures and see how the officials they choose to put in those positions spend taxpayers’ money.

Third, important information regard(Continued on page 6)

HoweEnterprise.com

Hill (Continued from page 5)

ing city services should go out to its citizens in some sort of mailer, maybe a mass text/email, or a social media account. These things would need to be researched as to find what the best way would be to keep the citizens well informed about all of city business, good or bad.

The lack of Howe having its own wastewater treatment facility has been an ongoing problem for decades. What is your solution to solve that problem?

Due to the lack of transparency with the city at this time, I am unaware what actions the city has taken to correct this issue if any action has been taken. If action has been taken, we

6

April 17, 2023 need to make this our priority if getting treatment plant established. Until we can get away from the obligations of Sherman, this city will continue to be at their mercy as far as billing goes, which passes the rates on to the citizens. You know we already pay way too much for our water bills.

Bulldogs promote from within for football offensive coordinator

Where do you see Howe in 10 years?

Growth is coming. Change is inevitable. You can’t be a small city on a major highway and not expect it to grow.

We have an abundance of open land around us, attracting the developers coming in with housing additions.

With the rooftops, this will bring in the grocery stores, fast food locations, stores. Our only limitations will be those limits we put on ourselves. This is an amazing time for Howe. The growth is nearby, we are experiencing the growing pains now, but will be enjoying the efforts later.

Justin Graham will advance from Special Team Coordinator to Offensive Coordinator in 2023. He takes over for the recently departed Zac Cater, who accepted the head coaching position in Coalgate, OK.

HoweEnterprise.com

7

April 17, 2023

Christopher Brooks Cavender, 1982-2023 Howe’s sales tax receipts up 17.8 percent Christopher Brooks Cavender, 40, of Sherman, TX passed away as a result of injuries from a motor vehicle collision on April 10th, 2023. Brooks was born December 15th, 1982 to Chris and Vickie Cavender. At a young age, he moved to Ft. Collins, CO where he was primarily raised by Vickie and Robert Stapleton. He spent his summers back in Texas, where he was cared for by Chris and Laura Cavender.

Brooks is survived by his wife Mariah, and their children, Elexia 18, Rylee 10, and Dayton 8. Brooks also leaves behind all four of his parents named above, three brothers, Shawn, Nick, and Clark, his grandfathers, George Cavender and Richard Raney, as well as many other family members and friends.

Being a man of many talents, Brooks worked diligently in any way he could to provide for his family and improve the lives of those who crossed paths with him. His income came primarily from home repair/renovation, as well as a successful lawn care business.

Those were only a fraction of his evergrowing set of skills, which he was well known for offering to those who needed them.

The family finds comfort that Brooks is with his Savior Jesus Christ and in the company of the angels that passed before him. He is profoundly loved and will be greatly missed. We are all blessed to have had time in his presence.

Mariah has requested a celebration of

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced last Thursday he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts $977.2 million in local sales tax allocations for April, 12.8 percent more than in April 2022.

These allocations are based on sales made in February by businesses that report tax monthly.

The monthly total is more double the amount that Howe was bringing in Brooks Cavender life to be held in honor of Brooks as opposed to a traditional funeral service. Attendees are encouraged to wear cheerful attire. We request all of Brooks’ loved ones to join us in celebrating his life at Grace Bible Fellowship, 300 W. Pecan St. Gunter, TX 75058 on Friday, April 21st at 4 pm.

Following the Celebration, there will be a motorcycle led procession to Hall Cemetery (2095 Hall Cemetery Rd., Howe, TX) to bless the location in the Cavender’s family plot that his Memorial Stone will be placed.

If moved to do so, please send flowers to Grace Bible Fellowship. If you would like to bless the family financially, a GoFundMe account has been established for that purpose at https:// www.gofundme.com/f/memory-ofbrooks-cavender

City

February 2023

City

2023 Total

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

$2,349,084.07 $853,603.77 $687,802.40 $549,970.33 $547,686.28 $463,016.14 $233,883.65 $213,777.23 $168,274.77 $128,963.59 $78,974.99 $69,702.54 $44,818.44 $42,418.47 $35,103.97 $33,870.76 $28,973.91 $20,131.17 $13,839.07 $9,099.61 $6,854.42 $2,683.75 $1,158.50

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

$11,072,362.08 $3,591,022.60 $3,285,830.63 $2,485,280.12 $2,237,173.35 $2,082,635.08 $1,123,502.97 $938,224.76 $623,376.48 $586,873.48 $315,596.34 $250,923.80 $202,905.14 $191,838.54 $155,065.60 $135,280.36 $110,797.57 $93,143.30 $58,023.74 $51,134.44 $27,003.96 $8,924.04 $4,840.43

both physically and spiritually. Robert Welch is the presiding officer at the short business meetings that precede the program and then after the programs, delicious pot-luck lunch is served. XYZ

Texoma Patriots voting information Submitted— MAY 6th are the local SCHOOL BOARD ELECTIONS Early Voting begins April 24th and ends May 2nd YOUR VOTE MATTERS! Mark your calendar to attend the following Candidate Forum: - Van Alstyne ISD on April 20 at the Van Alstyne High School Cafeteria 1722 State Highway 5, Van Alstyne

Of the city’s monthly total, $11,204.61 is designated to the Howe Community Facilities Development Corporation (Type B) which is the established community development corporation.

In Howe, the figures were up 17.8 percent from last year in the same month.

Overall, Howe’s total of $191,835.54 is an increase of 8.91 percent.

FBC XYZ Candy Allen, a representative of Fisher Funeral Home in Denison, spoke to the XYZ, FBC Howe Senior Citizen group, recently about "end-of-life decisions and preneeds plans". It was emphasized how comforting it is to have end-of-life decisions already made,

from 2016.

The event will start promptly at 7 p.m. It will be a great opportunity for you to meet the candidates and learn what their positions are on topics such as projected growth, funding and finances, staff retention, curriculum development, and current social issues as well as their goals are if elected to the school board.

Sponsored by Conservative Men’s Club of Grayson County and the Texoma Patriots of Grayson & Fannin counties.

a. Courtesy photo.

HoweEnterprise.com

8

April 17, 2023

Lady Bulldogs Senior Night

Jocee McCullar and family.

Jordan Brunner and family.

Shelbee Taylor and family.

HoweEnterprise.com

April 17, 2023

City of Howe candidate forum sees mostly civil interaction, but hot accusations from audience

Mayor challenger Karla McDonald questions Howe Mayor Bill French as fellow Mayor challenger Cort Myrick looks on. Staff photo.

The City of Howe hasn’t had a political candidate race in five years and hasn’t had a mayor race for 21 years.

But it appears this year’s candidates are making up for lost time.

Billie Ingram, running for city council, has been bombarding City Hall with open records requests which began with water transparency late in 2022 with the water source change. He has continued his open records requests on economic development corporation expenditures, sewer debts owed to Sherman, and more.

Ingram has publicly gone full-throttle on Howe Mayor Bill French by pointing out minor violations such as campaign yard signs too early or improper placement—to bringing in the District Attorney and Texas Ethics Commission on other items.

Ingram claims a Facebook profile of Howe newcomer Annie Hickson, who has posted items relating to Ingram’s past work history, is a fake profile run by political opponents or their supporters. Ingram has not denied any allegations made by Hickson on social media but says no one by that name has a driver’s license in Texas and the schools listed on the profile have no record of her being a student. He claims her pictures on her profile are stock photos according to reverse Google searches.

On Saturday, April 1, signs were placed in Howe along with other campaign signs that stated, “Bully Ingram—No Thanks!” The political sign was paid for by Cassidy Chapman.

Members of the Howe Police Department, along with Hickson, have been the most outspoken on social media against Ingram.

“I knew when I decided that I would run for city council and started calling out the lack of communication, honesty, and transparency that it would put a target on my back,” said Ingram in a social media post on April 2.

The following day, he released an obtained internal email from City Councilwoman Sarah Myrick to City Administrator Jeff Stanley which showed

her concerns for the lack of transparency from the city. The same day, he released the affidavit used to obtain the warrant for the arrest of Howe City Councilman Brett Bearden, who has since resigned. He has called for Bearden’s seat to not be filled until after the election is over and all candidates were in agreement on that during the forum Thursday night.

But as heated as social media has been between challenging candidates and members of the Howe Police Department, Thursday night’s City of Howe Candidate Forum hosted by the Howe Area Chamber of Commerce, was relatively calm. By the time the night was over, mayoral candidate Karla McDonald was asked whether Howe Chamber President, City of Howe Economic Development Director, Howe Enterprise publisher Monte Walker had personally asked her to seek the position to which she answered “no.” Another question presented to city council challenger Michael Hill asked if he had met with individuals in preparation for the forum in which he stated he had met with fellow city council challenger Ingram, McDonald, and Walker.

Walker, at the end of the meeting, told the audience that he was also asked by mayoral candidate Cort Myrick to meet for lunch and a meeting with city council challenger Rodney Hough and obliged each of them. Those meetings were in public places except with Hough who is the neighbor of Walker and met on Walker’s property.

The forum was moderated by KLBCFM’s Jason Taylor who gave the first question to Hill in the council portion of the forum. He stated he wanted to increase the trust between the citizens and the city through honesty and transparency.

“The city needs to head in a positive direction. We need to come together between the council, mayor, and most importantly the citizens. You have a voice and it’s your right to speak up.

It’s your right to vote. It’s your right to say how you want your money spent,” said Hill.

Dale Rideout, incumbent for city (Continued on page 10)

Job Title MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR workintexas.com Posting ID 15861913 Location Sherman Posting Close Date 06/21/23 Posting Link https:// bit.ly/3o87Egy Description A local company is looking for a MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR who will provide direct clinical services to youth.

The therapist is responsible for group, individual, family therapy and parent education group for department clients. May be required to speak in front of groups, testify in court, advocate for clients and act as a liaison with community professionals.

This position requires a Bachelor's Degree, and a minimum of 1 year of related experience.

9

Job Title LVN workintexas.com Posting ID 15930486 Location Sherman Posting Close Date 07/10/23 Posting Link https:// bit.ly/43uz2Wg Description A local company is looking for a LVN who will provide nursing services to persons who receive medication services in accordance with the philosophy, goals, and objectives of The Center.

This position requires a current license, and a minimum of 6 months of related experience.

9thAnnual Bulldog RunApril 29 Howe ISD has announced the 9th Annual Bulldog Run for April 29 at the Charles R. Thompson Gymnasium parking lot. It will again feature a 5K, 1 Mile Family Fun Run/Walk, and Health Fair. Registration forms are available at all campuses or online at howeisd.net. Registration forms can be turned into the front office of any

Howe ISD campus. Onsite registration is from 8 am—9 am. The 1-mile walk/run begins at 8:30 am and donations over $10 receive a t-shirt. The 5K starts at 9 am with an entry fee of $20 which includes a t-shirt. The Health Fair will begin at 8:30—10 am.

HoweEnterprise.com

Candidate Forum

for that.

“I love to help people and I spend all my time working to help people,” said Rideout. “I’ve got so many blessings poured out to me that I’m just trying to share them and I want to share my blessings with the citizens of Howe.”

Hough said that he would have been opposed to the Ponderosa Point development because it didn’t meet the Comprehensive Plan as far as the amount of density and lack of green space and school sites.

The audience at Summit Gardens for the City of Howe Candidate Forum on Thursday night. Staff photo.

(Continued from page 9)

council said that a wastewater treatment plant is in the process and they are looking at several locations in north Howe but wouldn’t give exact details due to possible real estate issues.

Ingram followed Rideout’s comments by saying that on April 29, 2021 the City of Howe received a letter from the City of Sherman serving notice to sever the wastewater agreement between the two cities on May 1, 2023.

Ingram said that he is running for city council not because he wants to, but because he felt he needs to, “I am not a politician. I decided to run because I cannot sit idly by and watch the things that are happening continue to happen.

I am willing to do something I don’t necessarily want to do. But don’t get me wrong, I will fully commit myself to this role and will do it to the best of my abilities.”

Ingram went on speak highly of Rideout’s service record to Howe over the decades but stated he, nor fellow incumbent Rod Gross were elected by the citizens and that the 2010 City Comprehensive Plan has not been followed.

Hough’s opening remarks were focused on the wastewater issue with Sherman and what he said was a lack of communication and transparency.

“There’s no excuse for not communicating. You have websites, robocalls— thousands of different things you can do. I do this kind of stuff at my job all day,” said Hough.

Incumbent Rod Gross’ initial question was about his interactions with citizens in which he stated he has met with citizens and had some good and no so good conversations. He said he agreed with the lack of communication and said he thought they could do better to improve in that area.

“I think we’ve done a lot of good things. The sewage—I understand that. But I don’t think they’re (Sherman) going to shut it off. Honestly, I don’t think that’s going to happen,” said Gross went on to say Howe has street issues, and the new water stinks. “That’s the price of growth.”

Rideout stated that he had spoken with

10

April 17, 2023

a City of Sherman City Councilman and was told that Howe’s debts to Sherman have been paid and that Sherman would not be turning off the sewer.

Ingram pointed out Sherman’s Deputy Mayor Josh Stevenson in the audience and said he had talked to him and stated that Sherman will turn the wastewater off.

Hough said that the options were to ask for an injunction from the State of Texas to keep the sewer turned on and then seek remedial options until an actual treatment plant can be constructed.

“Once we get that done, the City of Howe can actually start growing and grow the way we want to grow and we can follow the plan that was created in 2010,” said Hough. “Howe has known since 1984 that this was going to be a problem.”

He went on to say that Howe would likely have to have a bond election which he said was a “dirty word” but was necessary.

A question from the audience to Ingram was if he were banned from Howe ISD grounds and from coaching Howe youth sports which he replied he had never been banned from either.

Hough said he wanted everyone to be proud of this town and stated he wants Howe to be a place where his kids and grandkids want to return to.

“I didn’t grow up here. I moved here by choice. I wanted to live here and I like this place. It’s a nice place. It’s a good place to be. I want it to stay that way and I think I can do that for the citizens of Howe.

Gross said his vision of Howe over the next 10 years was hard to see and gave examples of Frisco or Van Alstyne in regard to their growth.

“From what I’ve seen so far and from what I know is coming up, it’s going to blow our minds. It’s going to come so fast and so quick. Are we ready for it? We’re not ready for everything, but there’s been some good work going on in the background,” said Gross.

Rideout said he spends most of his time volunteering with children at Sherman ISD and received recognition

“If it doesn’t fit the plan, you can’t say yes to it,” said Hough who later in the evening said that the streets need a lot of work and some need to be scraped, smoothed and resurfaced. “If you drive down by Ferguson Field, you could lose a car.”

Hough indicated a prioritization of certain roads and inform the public that it will be an ongoing process that won’t happen overnight.

The final question in the city council forum was for Gross which asked if it were important to include the school district in planning and zoning development of the city in which he said, “I don’t have a good answer for that.” But then said it would be a good idea to have some communication.

For the mayoral portion of the forum, McDonald led off by saying that the citizens deserved to have a voice and she would advocate for them and be a bridge between them and the government.

“I will offer to lead with a passionate public servant’s heart to empower and motivate those who I am honored to serve. I will work towards the preservation of small town quality that will accommodate growth,” said McDonald.

Myrick led off by focusing on the sewer issues and said he would focus on fixing the I&I (inflow and infiltration) issues as well as improvements to roads.

“I’m not going to lie, we’re going to have to call a bond election,” said Myrick who also suggested increasing developer fees to help fund infrastructure. He also stated partnering with the county, Greater Texoma Utility Authority, Regional Mobility Authority, and the cities of Dorchester and Gunter to see if a regional solution can be found for wastewater needs. Myrick also stated that Howe didn’t need highdensity, low-value growth.

McDonald was posed with questions about how many city council meetings she has attended and she answered with each meeting since December 2022.

Myrick was asked his stance on mandated masks and he responded that most government mandates are made to be well-meaning but rarely effective.

“As a business owner myself, I think businesses should choose. I think that if you were sick or if you’re running a fever or sneezing, my personal response is to maybe isolate yourself from other people or wear a mask in

public. But I don’t think that government mandates are one-size-fits-all,” said Myrick.

French responded to a question that stated he put the city in debt by purchasing empty ambulances by saying that you don’t buy anything but empty ambulances when you buy them. He stated that the city has received heart monitors, and soft supplies, and is only waiting on gurneys, and approval from the state for the license.

He said they are going to fund this by saving $28,000 per month in the water department from using the surface water recently turned on.

McDonald spoke in response to French and said that a council member (Sarah Myrick) had stated in a (now public) letter to City Administrator Jeff Stanley that French was misleading with information regarding the ambulances.

“I am unaware that I have misled anyone far be it a councilperson,” responded French. “Misleading someone is the furthest thing from my mind, not only from the city business but my personal business, as well as my family.”

McDonald was presented with the challenge of solving the financial and water issues if elected. She said the city needs to conduct a full audit to access the situation and stated she has already contacted TCEQ for advice on water quality.

Myrick was given the question of whether it would be unethical for him to serve as mayor with his wife also serving on the city council.

“No. We reached out to the Texas Municipal League and asked about the legalities of this before I even filed the paperwork. We checked with their attorneys and they say because we don’t make up a quorum, there is no legal or ethical issues in their mind and that’s how we feel,” said Myrick who said any conversations about city business would be conducted through email.

French was asked why there was a 9.6 percent increase in tax revenue and yet a decrease in budgeting for street repair.

“It all boils down to prioritizing,” said French. “There are bad streets in every city in America. I can take you to Sherman and show you streets inside their corporate city limits that are gravel.”

He went on to say that streets are a priority, but not a life-threatening or safety concern.

He was then presented with why all the secrecy regarding the water, sewer, and financial issues and how would his leadership work to resolve this.

“To my knowledge, there is not one secret in the city regarding our wastewater treatment plant, water issues, or any other,” said French who said the city doesn’t respond to accusations on social media and requested citizens to come to city council meetings where a lot of things are discussed.

(Continued on page 11)

HoweEnterprise.com

Candidate Forum (Continued from page 10)

He went on to say that the city will have to go to a bond election for the sewer plant but stated there are commitments in place from developers to help offset the cost. He said $4 million has been committed from a developer in which $2 million is due in 90 days.

Upon construction of the plant, another $2 million will be paid.

“Will this pay for it? No, it will not,” said French.

McDonald then questioned French on why they are limiting questions from the audience at city council meetings and French answered back with is for prudence of time to get the job done and that the city is following procedures of public meetings.

Myrick, who stayed out of the backand-forth between McDonald and French, was then asked what his strengths and weaknesses for the position and he responded with years of leadership in Girls Scouts, “If I can wrangle a bunch of 9-year-old girls, I can wrangle a city council,” said Myrick.

He also listed working in the youth program at his church, and being board president of the Rehabilitation Center which gives him experience in budgeting.

“I have the time and capability and patience to go line by line from bank

statements so we know exactly where we are money-wise,” said Myrick.

In weaknesses, he mentioned that French is more experienced and McDonald has a higher education background.

“I feel that the qualities I do bring are what we need in a mayor right now,” said Myrick.

French was then asked whether it was legal to put political flyers in mailboxes without a stamp and he responded “no” and that he hired a 17-year-old girl to walk the neighborhoods and pass out flyers. He said he instructed her to place them in the door, but on the third day, they were placed in mailboxes. He said he reached out to the local postmaster who began to laugh and dismiss the issue.

McDonald was asked what professional experience she has that would qualify her to be mayor. She said her trade was a mental health counselor who specializes in problem-solving and collaboration.

“I am a people person. I like to listen to people and problem solve,” said McDonald. I like to help them find their own strengths. I believe that Howe has a lot of strengths and we have a lot of resources here that are not being utilized. And I would like to help with that.”

Howe ISD Board agenda A Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees of Howe ISD will be held on Monday, April 17, 2023, beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Howe ISD Administration Office located at 105 W. Tutt St, Howe, Texas.

ing

CALL TO ORDER/DETERMINATION OF QUORUM INVOCATION/PLEDGES STUDENT/TEACHER RECOGNITION PUBLIC FORUM REPORTS A. Administrator Reports B. Superintendent Report 1. Enrollment 2. Personnel 3. Announcement of 2022-23 Board of Trustees Required Annual Training 4. May 6 Trustee Election – Early Voting April 24 – May 2 5. TASB Summer Leadership Institute June 21-23 6. Legislative Update 7. Other Information VI. THE BOARD WILL CONSIDER, DISCUSS, AND/OR TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION REGARDING THE FOL A.

E. Closed Session in Accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Sections 551.072 and 551.074 1. Sanitary Sewer and Temporary Construction Easement for Cope Equities 2. Personnel - Professional Contracts F. Action on Items from Closed Session VII.

LOW-

Consent Agenda Items 1. Minutes for Regular Meeting on March 20, 2023 2. Monthly Financial Reports 3. Quarterly Investment Report 2023-24 Instructional Materials Allotment/TEKS Certi

B. fication C. Resolution/Interlocal Agreement to Join the following Purchasing Cooperatives: 1. Region 19 ESC Allied States Cooperative 2. Region 7 ESC Purchasing Cooperative D. Resolution Opposing Vouchers, Education Savings Ac counts, and Other Mechanisms Being Considered by the Texas State Legislature that Reduce Public Education

ADJOURN

Myrick was then asked what political party he is affiliated with and his response was a moderate independent.

He stated he has voted in Republican primaries and a lot of times will vote for Libertarians in federal elections.

French was asked why the debt in Howe has increased drastically since he held the mayor position and how can the citizens trust that it will not continue under his leadership.

“We have gone into debt when it was necessary. There have been no frivolous purchases,” said French. “We do not have a bottomless pit budget with disposable funds. The only way you can fix things the way they need to be fixed is borrow the money.”

French stated that the major debt incurred has been for the police department which includes police cars (along with a 15 percent increase in salaries across the board for the department).

The debt was also attributed to the ambulances.

“The banks love it,” said French who went on to say he wasn’t aware of any major debt outside of these areas.

McDonald then brought up the $42,500 of debt the city owes to Van Alstyne for EMS services and the $25,000 owed to Texoma Vital Care (TVC) for EMS services. She also said she has found the city has not paid Waste Connections $57,797 from 2021.

French said he was unaware of the Waste Management debt and stated that the Van Alstyne debt was not $42,500, but $30,000 instead. He then stated that there was not a signed contract with TVC which from both parties which allowed for the city to withhold funds for that reason. He then said since TVC later went out of business for lack of funds, it was a saving

to the City of Howe for not paying them. French did not state whether not paying them attributed to them closing their business.

French then denied benefiting financially from being mayor and said that he works very hard to avoid any conflict.

“My integrity is the only thing that is 100 percent mine. You cannot attack my integrity. It’s mine and it’s very valuable to me,” said French. “I have never, nor will I ever benefit in my real estate business as being a mayor or city council person for the City of Howe,” said French.

The final question to McDonald was how she would help the apathy issue in Howe. She said she has been a part of that problem also.

“There have been times where I have been involved and times where I have not,” said McDonald who said the way to overcome that is to listen and be available to the citizens.

In Myrick’s final statement, he said his strong construction background would help the growth and development for the future of Howe. He also touted his personal and professional relationships with the City of Sherman.

French was asked about where the school and parks rank with other communities. French responded that the school is the biggest bragging point of the city. French took credit for the new equipment at Memorial Park, Coach Simmons Park, and touted a 10-acre park project on FM 902.

McDonald again confronted French about not utilizing the 46-acre cityowned property east of Howe for future park planning.

Howe City Council agenda

I. II. III. IV. V.

ING:

11

April 17, 2023

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF HOWE, TEXAS WILL BE HELD ON THE 18th DAY OF April 2023 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 – At this time comments will be taken from the audience on any subject on the agenda. All comments are limited to a maximum of three minutes. In accordance with the Open Meetings Act, Council may not discuss or act on any of the items not posted on the agenda.

CURRENT BUSINESS Consider/approve consent items which are marked by an *. * Minutes of March 7th & 28th, 2023 Meetings * Finance statements – March 2023 * Close 100 Block of Haning and Related Hughes St. for Founder’s Day from 1-10pm. * Close 100 Block of Davis for Car Show from 9am-1pm.

1. Discuss, consider, and act upon to the Consent agenda.

2. Discuss, consider, and act upon Solid Waste Agreement between Frontier Waste and the City of Howe. Starting May 1.

3. Discuss, consider, and act on authorizing City staff to prepare and issue Request for Proposal, and authorizing engineering expenses, for addition to Fire House.

4. Discuss, consider, and act on Resignation Letter from Council Member Brett Bearden.

Fund-

EXECUTIVE SESSION The City Council will convene in closed session pursuant to the provisions of the Open Meeting Law, Chapter 551, Government Code. A. Executive Session as authorized by Texas Government Code 551.074 to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, resignation, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee: a) Employment Agreement between the City of Howe and Police Chief Carl Hudman END EXECUTIVE SESSION RETURN TO OPEN SESSION 5. Discuss, consider, and act upon employment agreement between the City of Howe and Police Chief Carl Hudman.

6. Departmental Reports questions.

ADJOURN

HoweEnterprise.com

French (Continued from page 1)

the sitting city council have accomplished and are working to accomplish. We are proving that we are responsible stewards of the taxpayer’s money and we are working to improve and modernize infrastructure, provide necessary emergency services, and improve the quality of life for all of Howe’s citizens. We are doing this by building upon the foundation set by earlier administrations and the hard work of people like Georgia Richardson, L.B. Kirby, Sam Hagis, Darren Foster, and so many others who have stepped up to lead the city.

With the financial difficulties of the City of Howe, what measures would you take to overcome those obstacles?

It is true that the city has its share of financial difficulties, much of which can be attributed to its tax base, but we are solvent and building a surplus of funds that can be used to tackle Howe’s most pressing concerns. Howe is on the cusp of great growth and we must encourage and foster this growth – both residential and commercial – in a measured and responsible manner that will increase our tax revenue so that we can fund critical needs. We can do this in such a way that Howe maintains its unique, small-town charm that makes its such a great and inviting place to live.

How do you solve the current issue of emergency services to the citizens of Howe, Texas.

Emergency services include police, fire, and emergency medical services.

We are blessed to have the finest police department in Grayson County staffed by hard-working, dedicated officers who work tirelessly to protect the citizens of Howe. There are no unsolved murders, robberies, or sexual assaults in Howe, and their overall case clearance rate is above 90%, which is far higher than national or regional averages. Our volunteer fire department is poised and ready to respond to emergencies and the men and women who volunteer their time – day and night – do so with a dedication and professionalism that is without peer. Our one shortcoming in emergency services has been having a dedicated ambulance and paramedics inside the city.

We have already taken the first step to remedy that issue by purchasing ambulances that will be owned, maintained, and operated by the city. We have partnered with a respectable ambulance service to provide medical coverage as the city works to equip and staff its ambulances and obtain the necessary licenses so that the citizens of Howe will have ambulances inside the city ready to respond to emergencies within minutes.

What is your position on the City of Howe following CDC (Centers for Disease Control) or WHO (World Health Organization) guidelines and or mandates as an absolute standard for health decisions for local businesses and employees?

While the CDC and WHO can recommend certain steps the city should take

12

April 17, 2023 in the event of a medical crisis, ultimately it is the responsibility of city leadership to set standards for the city.

They will establish these standards based on CDC recommendations, the advice of local medical and public health experts, and the state of things in the city and Grayson County. In the end, the City of Howe will determine, based on all available information to include the input of citizens, what local standards we will adopt. We will not defer these decisions to “experts” in Atlanta who have no idea of even where Howe is on a map.

In comparison to like-size cities such as Bells, Whitewright, and Pottsboro, how would you bring our ballfields up to par with at least those cities?

While recreational facilities are definitely an important part of the overall quality of life of any city, we must balance these needs alongside the other priorities facing the city. That said, there are certain funds that can be set aside to update or modernize these sporting facilities and the city can also pursue grants and solicit sponsorship from businesses and private organizations to give our kids and grandkids sporting venues they can be proud of.

To this end, we are on the verge of breaking ground on a sports and recreational park at the end of East Young Street that will include recreational and sporting venues for all the citizens to enjoy.

The hot topic among citizens seems to be a lack of communication from city to citizens. How do you remedy that issue?

There is always room for improvement in fostering communication between city government and the citizens it serves. We plan to take advantage of existing social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter to get messages out to the city, update the city’s web site to make it more informative and user-friendly, and encourage citizens to take a more active role in city affairs.

We have already begun to research a camera system that will record and broadcast city council meetings and phone notification messaging systems (similar to the amber alert or Code Red systems) that can relay emergency or updated information to citizens who voluntarily sign up for the system.

The lack of Howe having its own wastewater treatment facility has been an ongoing problem for decades. What is your solution to solve that problem?

That solution is already underway. We engaged an engineering firm a year ago to begin the design and planning of a treatment plant. We have made the required application to TCEQ and are waiting for their response for further directions from them. We have selected the most appropriate site for the plant and with the approval from TCEQ will move to the next phase.

Where do you see Howe in 10 years?

I see Howe as a larger, more vibrant version of what is it right now - a wonderful place to get a start in life, have a family and raise children, or relax and enjoy retirement. It will be a city with modern infrastructure and all the

amenities its citizens deserve. It will be a destination for shopping, dining, and recreational activities, but still a place where neighbors help a lending hand to one another and wave to other motorists. Howe will be – as it is now – a place rooted in Texas values, American spirt, and a town where faith, family, and freedom reign supreme.

Myrick (Continued from page 1)

mented the cost will level out. Once elected I will ask council to approve the hiring of an emergency services manager that can develop a successful operation and manage it once fully staffed. This will likely be an increased investment in the short term but will help guarantee stable services going forward. Budgeting will be difficult but I believe with my leadership and city council’s support we can make the tough budget decisions needed in order to provide this desperately needed service to our citizens.

Howe faces several very serious issues that need to be addressed immediately to avoid disastrous consequences for our town. Our financial state is uncertain and possibly bleak, largely because for decades city leadership has not been transparent and had a “head in the sand” approach to dealing with critical infrastructure needs. At the same time, I believe our city is sitting on a gold mine. Our location on Highway 75 and being within a few miles of Texas Instruments, the largest economic investment in Texas, along with my leadership will allow us to work our way out of our current infrastructure and fiscal problems and to grow in a responsible way.

What is your position on the City of Howe following CDC (Centers for Disease Control) or WHO (World Health Organization) guidelines and or mandates as an absolute standard for health decisions for local businesses and employees?

With the financial difficulties of the City of Howe, what measures would you take to overcome those obstacles?

In comparison to like-size cities such as Bells, Whitewright, and Pottsboro, how would you bring our ballfields up to par with at least those cities?

The next few years will be difficult but critical for our town’s success. I will immediately seek a forensic audit of the city’s finances to determine our exact financial health and resolve any issues the audit brings to light. I will meet with surrounding communities, Grayson County, the Regional Mobility Authority and GTUA to determine the possibility of sharing the cost of developing and operating a wastewater treatment facility that services Howe and other municipalities, along with other infrastructure improvements.

Along with wastewater treatment, Howe must also determine the cost to correct the I&I issues that have plagued our sewer system for so long.

I will request that council approve higher developer fees and increased requirements on all new developments, allowing Howe to expand its tax base through high value growth.

Once the full cost of our critically needed infrastructure and the exact state of our finances is determined, I will request council approve a new community study to put together a bond proposal to send to voters. I know that the investment in our needed infrastructure will be expensive in the short term, but by spreading the cost between increased new development fees, municipal partnerships, high value growth and a bond the voters approve, I believe we can overcome all our obstacles without breaking the bank.

How do you solve the current issue of emergency services to the citizens of Howe, Texas.

The city has already committed a large amount of money towards developing our own ambulance service, it would be fiscally irresponsible to change course now. I believe that Howe needs its own emergency services operation and while the initial cost of developing those services is steep, once imple-

In my opinion many government mandates, while at times possibly well meaning, are unworkable or infringe on individual liberty. I believe that one size fits all policies rarely work. As a business owner, I think individual businesses should implement the policies that they see fit, and customers can choose to frequent businesses based on whatever criteria they choose.

With the enormity of the critical infrastructure issues facing Howe, improving our ballfields will be difficult to address in the near term. However, as mayor I would ask our director of economic development to pursue finding a business or organization that would be willing to pay for the construction of new facilities at a new location in exchange for the high value land the current ballfields sit on by the highway. I believe this would be the best way in the short term bring our fields up to par, improve access and parking while also bringing positive economic growth to our city.

The hot topic among citizens seems to be a lack of communication from city to citizens. How do you remedy that issue?

Our city needs to have a social media presence and multiple city employees with administrator access to all platforms. I will have the city develop a social media policy that will include that any disruption in normally scheduled service (road closure, water leak, change in bulk pick up etc.) be announced on social media as soon as possible along with accountability measures to ensure city staff are complying with stated policy. City meetings will be streamed on social media and available on the city website. The city website will need to be updated and have greater access to the public. I have already published my personal contact info on my campaign page and as mayor I will have that info published on the city website so that I am accessible and accountable to the citizens of Howe. Finally I will request to publish a monthly column in the Howe Enterprise in which I can inform citizens of recent city developments, upcoming items and other information regarding our town.

(Continued on page 13)

HoweEnterprise.com

Myrick (Continued from page 12)

The lack of Howe having its own wastewater treatment facility has been an ongoing problem for decades. What is your solution to solve that problem?

I was the first candidate to bring the severity of this issue to the voters’ attention on my campaign page. Due to failures of management in the past, we are now faced with a situation in which the City of Sherman has sent Howe a notice of intent to terminate our wastewater treatment service which they can legally do on May 1st.

I have both personal and professional connections to several members of Sherman’s city council. As mayor I will leverage those relationships in order to negotiate an extension of our wastewater treatment service and will do so immediately upon election.

Once I have secured an extension of service, I will meet with leadership of Grayson County, nearby communities, the Grayson RMA and GTUA to discuss a collaborative attempt to develop a wastewater treatment facility that services Howe, Dorchester, Gunter and possibly Van Alstyne. This would allow all of us to avoid the entire initial cost of a new facility while allowing us the treatment capacity to grow as a city in a responsible and healthy way.

Where do you see Howe in 10 years?

First and foremost, without me as mayor. I am running because my knowledge and experience make me the most able candidate to solve the problems facing our community, but once current challenges are resolved I will not seek reelection. With my leadership now, in ten years Howe will have its financial house in order, infrastructure woes behind it and enjoying positive, high value growth at a pace we are comfortable with. This growth will increase Howe’s ability to provide more and better services to our citizens, while still maintaining our community’s small-town charm.

Vote May 6

April 17, 2023

McDonald (Continued from page 1)

big heart; a cozy corner with hospitality and southern charm close to the metroplex. Howe offers quality schools, and citizens who rally behind our children’s sports and activities by pridefully wearing school colors, and displaying colorful streamers on light poles, traffic signs, and on businesses.

Whether you’re a player, band member, cheerleader, or fan, the sense of bulldog pride is unmatched. I care deeply for Howe and its wonderful citizens. I am enthusiastic to create resources for our town to improve in practical areas and flourish even more in the wonderful things it already offers.

With the financial difficulties of the City of Howe, what measures would you take to overcome those obstacles?

I believe the first way to make improvements in this area is to conduct a full audit, identify areas of unnecessary spending, and immediately shift to a responsible, balanced budget within Howe’s financial capabilities. An urgent plan needs to be put in place for paying debts. I will work closely with the city council, city administrator and departments to enact a plan that prioritizes the essentials for our town to thrive. I am committed to building Howe back to a fiscally responsible town with a reputation for integrity in our financial dealings with surrounding cities.

How do you solve the current issue of emergency services to the citizens of Howe, Texas?

Repairing the relationships and paying outstanding debts with previous emergency medical services should be high priority. Recently, the city council approved the Ambulance Agreement between FMR and the City of Howe. I would recommend we foster a healthy relationship and continuing an agreement with FMR. Once a full audit of the city’s finances is conducted and based on its findings, and if the city’s budget is carefully managed to fund essential services, I would suggest we move forward with making decisions for the two ambulances recently purchased.

What is your position on the City of Howe following CDC Centers for Disease Control) or WHO (World Health Organization) guidelines and or mandates as an absolute standard

HMS Students /Staff of the Month Sixth grade: Omar Cuin and Laynee Turner. Seventh grade: Kylie Simms and Ivan Garcia.

Eighth grade: Samuel Leaton and Eva Odnoha.

Employee of the Month: Nurse Rochelle Burris.

for health decisions for local businesses and employees?

The degree to which guidelines are followed relating to entities at a higher level than city government affect funding and function of individual towns’ resources.

I will strive to protect individual liberties and personal choices relating to health decisions with common sense while also considering guidelines that are necessary for the protection and health of our citizens and town’s best interest.

In comparison to like-size cities such as Bells, Whitewright, and Pottsboro, how would you bring our ballfields up to par with at least those cities?

In my research, I discovered the City of Howe owns 46 acres east of downtown. Upon further investigation, I realized this property is the same property I’ve heard citizens refer to as the “city dump” for brush. I feel the 46 acres could be better utilized by investing in the youth and the future of our sports-loving city. The 46 acres would be the ideal place for a quad baseball and softball complex, soccer and football fields, trails for walking, hiking, and biking, a fishing pond, a dog park, a playground for children, adequate parking, and possibly a retail area. Just as the City of Bells accomplished their community outdoor space, this could be funded partially though the Type B Community Development Corporation working through grants, in conjunction with the dedication from citizen efforts.

The hot topic among citizens seems to be a lack of communication from city to citizens. How do you remedy that issue?

If elected, I would prioritize transparency between citizens and city government to the greatest extent of the law. I would collaborate with skilled individuals to upgrade/update the city’s digital platform to be more aligned with the 21st century. The city’s website would serve as a quality content management system with easy, user friendly, access to information for citizens. Website visitors could easily access development updates, permits, trash and recycling, utility billing, report a problem, the city event calendar, open government records, council meetings and members, ordinances, public notices and hearings, boards and commissions information, a blog or news announcement section from the mayor, contact information, and anything else important that is legally allowed. City

13 council meetings would be live streamed for citizen convenience, citizens would be encouraged to speak before the council and departments would give reports. Agendas and related materials would be free of jargon to empower everyone with access to understanding the operations of our town.

I look forward to improving communication and building mutual respect between the Howe city government, our citizens, and those the city works alongside for the greater good of our community.

The lack of Howe having its own wastewater treatment facility has been an ongoing problem for decades. What is your solution to solve that problem?

I am already working to rebuild relationships with surrounding cities and their leaders. As a result, these leaders have aided me in networking with entities that may bring solutions to our city. I have met up with a company who specializes in new sustainable water, water resource recovery facilities (formerly wastewater treatment plant), and recycled water resources and infrastructure. The water resource utility company may be an option for Howe to consider. The company would bring resources, skills, and experience for providing quality water, water resource recovery, and reuse water services at a reasonable price while ensuring Howe’s current and future needs are met. A waste resource recovery facility may allow Howe to develop in a manner that is responsible, environmentally conscious, and without incurring the costs and risks associated with water and water resource recovery. If plans have been set in place for a wastewater treatment facility by our current administration, I am open to considering those options.

I am driven to confront the water issues we have by researching, collaborating, and considering all sides of options in order to find the best solution for the citizens of our city.

Where do you see Howe in 10 years?

In 10 years and with appropriate leadership, I see Howe as a vital and thriving community. A community who has collective success that generates a tax revenue that is managed to fund essential services, invest in future growth, and provides a safe and stable infrastructure for its citizens. Projects and initiatives are implemented in a timely and efficient manner, then checked afterward to ensure they are productive and beneficial to the citizens. The mayor, city council, and city administrator and departments work closely together to enact a balanced budget.

HoweEnterprise.com

April 17, 2023

Lady Bulldogs sweep the week, close out home schedule with win over Bells

Friday was Senior Night for the Howe Lady Bulldogs. Photo by Julie Snapp.

The Howe Lady Bulldogs (12-15, 4-7) closed out the home schedule last week and did so in fine fashion with a 9-4 win over Bells on Senior Night.

Howe also closed out a tight 3-2 win at Blue Ridge on Tuesday. The Lady Bulldogs have one remaining game on the schedule which will see them travel to Leonard Tuesday.

Riley McCollum, who has had a stellar freshman season, pitched all seven innings on Tuesday at Blue Ridge. She struck out 14 hitters, walked five, and allowed two earned runs on four hits.

At the plate, Emery Snapp drove in two runs on a double in the top of the third that gave Howe a 3-0 lead. She and McCollum had the only extra base hits in the game. Howe’s only other hit came from Jordan Brunner who singled.

On Friday, McCollum again went all seven innings in the 9-4 win over Bells. She allowed one earned run on seven hits. She struck out six and walked none.

a

Kamry Snapp did the damage at the 11-3A Softball Standings xBonham 7-3 xBells 7-3 xPottsboro 7-4 Gunter 6-4 Blue Ridge 4-6 Howe 4-7 Leonard 1-9 x-clinched playoffs berth plate with three hits including two doubles and one run scored. Kennadi Barrett and McCollum had two hits each with McCollum hitting a double and a triple.

14

HoweEnterprise.com

April 17, 2023

Bulldogs lose two to Gunter

“The Catcher” Ryan Hough looks to keep a Gunter Tiger baserunner close to the bag. Photo by Michelle Carney.

The Howe Bulldogs (9-12, 4-4) may not have had the week they wanted against Gunter, but they are still firmly in playoff contention as the season winds down. Howe lost Tuesday at home 15-1 and lost at Gunter on Friday, 11-1. Howe will travel to Bells Tuesday and host the Panthers on Friday. Next week is the final series of the season against Leonard to close out the regular season.

On Tuesday, Gunter scored early and often against Howe starter Matt Hayes. He pitched 3.2 innings, allowing six earned runs on 10 hits and three walks. Hayes struck out four hitters. Carson Daniels came on in relief and allowed no earned runs in 1.1 innings. He walked two.

11-3A Baseball Standings xGunter 8-0 xPottsboro 7-3 Howe 4-4 Blue Ridge 4-4 Bonham 4-6 Bells 3-5 Leonard 0-8 x-clinched playoffs berth

Howe again was stymied at the plate with only three hits, two of which came from the catcher. Ryan Hough had a double and a triple in the contest while Anthony Lowder added a double.

At the plate, Howe only had two hits in the contest of which came from Garren Lankford (triple) and Austin Haley (double). Howe’s lone run came on Haley’s double that drove in Lankford.

On Friday, Haley toed the rubber and allowed three runs in first two innings, but settled down over the next two.

Overall, he allowed six earned runs on 11 hits. He walked one and struck out 10. Landon Throm came into the game to spell Haley and didn’t record an out as the game ended 11-1.

Garren Lankford swings in the first inning. Photo by Michelle Carney.

15

HoweEnterprise.com

April 17, 2023

16

Howe has eight qualify for area at district track meet

Cooper Jones—area qualifier for shot put Varsity Girls 400 M Dash *1st, Kendall Griffin, 1:02.95 6th, Stephanie Bastida, 1:08.14 100 M Hurdles 6th, Haley White, 19.74 800 M Run *3rd, Aryssa Krueger, 2:35.11 300 M Hurdles *3rd, Teagan Stubblefield, 51.64 5th, Jaedyn Jones 52.72 6th, Reese Smith, 53.54 4x400 M Relay *2nd, Stephanie Bastida, Jaedyn Jones, Teagan Stubblefield, Kendall Griffin, 4:20.59 4x200 Relay 6th, Aryssa Krueger, Haley White, Reese Smith, Macy Douglas,1:54.80 High Jump *4th, Kendall Griffin, 4’-10” Shot Put *2nd, Aubrielle West, 31’-9 3/4" Discus 5th, Aubrielle West, 78’-5" Varsity Boys Shot Put *3rd, Cooper Jones, 41' -10" *4th, Braden Ulmer, 41’-7" JV Girls 1600 M Run 4th, Kameron Robertson, 7:14.98 6th, Brooklyn Upton, 7:22.99 9th, Maya Garcia Lopez, 9:24.59 3200 M Run 1st, Kamryn Robertson, 15:24.56 100 M Dash 15th, Johanna Reyes, 15.73 18th, Zoie Kemp, 16.38 20th, Victoria Martinez, 17.29 200 M Dash 11th, Laila Terry, 32.43 21st, Zoey Montgomery, 35.72 22nd, Barbara Mendez, 40.54

Braden Ulmer—area qualifier for shot put 400 M Dash 10th, Jayln Devore, 1:21.64 11th, Lexie Leon, 1:22.29 13th, Yaira Tovar, 1:28.67 100 M Hurdles 6th, Madalyn Helpenstell, 25.85 300 M Hurdles 4th, Lexi Haullmark, 1:03.71 800 M Run 7th ,Lexie Leon, 3:08.10 10th, Brooklyn Upton, 3:17.40 11th, Andrea Ralda, 3:17.75 4x100 M Relay 5th, Sadie Stanley, Addison Bond, Abby Buttery, Ayla Jones, 57.93 4x200 M Relay 4th, Addison Bond, Abby Buttery, Ayla Jones, Sadie Stanley, 2:04.33 4x400 Relay 6th, Leon, Haullmark, Buttery, Bond, 5:13.13 Shot Put 5th, Avi Acevedo, 22' 3.50" 9th, Laila Terry, 21' 2.50" 12th, Barbara Mendez, 13' 9.50" Discus 6th, McKinzy McCollum, 57' 9" 8th, Brynn Riley, 55' 5" JV Boys 300 M Hurdles 6th, Eli Stoner, 53.27 4x100 M Relay 6th, Garret Rodgers, Malachi Dailey, Bobby Krueger, Jonathan Garcia, 50.07 4x400 M Relay 6th, Krueger, Murphy, Garcia, Wallace, 4:11.21 Shot Put 6th, Charlie Vera, 32' 11.50" Discus 5th, Charlie Turner, 83’-11 1/2" Triple Jump 5th, Jonathan Garcia, 34’-6" 6th, Garret Rodgers, 34’-4"

The Lady Bulldogs 4x400 relay advances to area after a second place finish.

The team consists of (left to right) Teagan Stubblefield, Kendall Griffin, Jaedyn Jones, and Stephanie Bastida. Courtesy photo.

Kendall Griffin—area qualifier for triple jump, high jump, 400 M, and 4x400 relay.

Aubrielle West—area qualifier for shot put

Aryssa Krueger—area qualifier for 800 M

Teagan Stubblefield—area qualifier for 300 M Hurdles, 4x400 M Relay.

Vote May 6

HoweEnterprise.com

17

April 17, 2023

A burden for souls is the heart of evangelism Everyone has their thoughts and interpretations when it comes to sharing the gospel, but there’s not a more terrifying word among the average ChrisDr. Billy Holland tian than evangelism. Just ask a believer when was the last time they verbally shared the love of Jesus with an unbeliever and the answer will probably be a moment of silence. Evangelical Christianity is widely known, but maybe we should briefly explain what it means.

This sect believes the world is separated into two groups, those who are lost and those who are saved. They believe that Christ died and was resurrected so that all who believe can be spiritually born again and dedicate their lives to following Him. This is summed up in John 3:16. They also have the highest regard for and obedience to the Bible as the ultimate standard and authority.

Thirdly, they are called to express and demonstrate God’s love at all times which makes them, “In season and out of season” certified, and bona fide missionaries to proclaim God’s message whenever they hear His directions. And lastly, they develop an awareness of God’s presence and are focused on this “good news” and how to explain the sacrifice of Christ is the only way anyone can be redeemed and made righteous. These distinctions and theological convictions for the most part define the movement.

It’s also noted they are not controlled or influenced by political, social, or cultural trends. Many evangelicals rarely use the term evangelical to describe themselves, focusing simply on listening and obeying the instructions of the Holy Spirit. Though it varies, most devout evangelicals believe in the Armenian doctrinal system that emphasizes personal choice as the means to salvation, while reformed theology or Christian Calvinists are convinced that Jesus came to earth to pay the debt of sin for those who are referred to as God’s elect.

A story was told of two men waiting in line at a coffee shop. One was a pastor, and he began a conversation with a young man. After they received their order, they sat at a table and the pastor told him a story about a lonely boy who was afraid, but one day

someone told him that Jesus was always with him even when he could not see him. The young man became a little fidgety but finally gathered the courage to admit that he could relate to this story. He said the world was becoming a scary place and that often his anxiety made him uncomfortable. This allowed the pastor to share the gospel with what is commonly referred to as a divine appointment. This means that God knows everyone who has come to a point in their journey where they are open and receptive to knowing more about God’s love and mercy.

What a great example of how every Christian can make a difference in the world just by being spiritually discerning. If this Christian had not been sensitive to the Holy Spirit, this young man would have walked out the door and the opportunity would have been lost. However, because of spiritual awareness, a brief connection was made, and the perfect moment for a simple chat was accomplished. Did this young man accept God’s invitation for eternal salvation? According to the story, he did not receive Christ at that moment, but the seeds were planted, and hopefully, the life-changing words of truth were watered by other mysterious occurrences that the young man would eventually realize were not coincidences.

When one considers why it’s so difficult to share the gospel with others, many answers are given, but the common excuse is usually being afraid of looking weird, awkward, and a religious extremist. In our celebrityobsessed culture, looking uninformed, nonintellectual, and unattractive is the highest social humiliation. However, since Jesus was not afraid of the shame or persecution that came with dying for us, His followers should lose their pride, and not ignore their responsibility or be intimidated to suffer being uncomfortable for Him. Christians are not called as Christ’s church to proclaim our integrity or lofty reputations as we have none, but rather to “proclaim the excellencies of Him who called us out of darkness into His marvelous light” 1 Peter 2:19. The bottom line to being a bold witness for the Lord’s amazing grace of salvation is having such love and overwhelming burden for souls, that you would rather risk being made to look like a fool than to live with the guilt of being ashamed of God. Read more about the Christian life at billyhollandministries.com

"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

© 2023 The Howe Enterprise

HoweEnterprise.com

18

April 17, 2023

Attend the Church of Your Choice Each Sunday...

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

First Baptist Church Dorchester Zach Poling, pastor

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 Summit View Church Brett and Deb Hetrick, pastors Community Bible Fellowship Jeremy Moore, pastor

Howe Methodist Church of Howe JB Bryant, 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

First Baptist Church Howe Roger Tidwell, pastor 100 E. Davis St., Howe, TX 903-5325504 Wednesday 6:30 pm - Team Kid 6:30 pm - Youth Ministry 6:30 pm - Adult Bible Fellowship Sunday 9:15 am - Bible Fellowship 10:30am - Worship Service 6:00 pm—Potluck Fellowship and Bible Study

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 Howe Church of Christ Aaron Alsbrook, minister 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

Isaiah 1:18 “Come now, let us settle the matter,” says the LORD. “Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red as crimson, they shall be like wool.

HoweEnterprise.com

Texas History Minute When the United States became independent in 1776, Texas was far from the scene. However, one of the key figures of that era, Ken Bridges Benjamin Franklin, still had an impact on Texas and its own independence decades later. Richard Bache, Jr., Franklin’s grandson, fought in the Texas Revolution, served in the Texas navy, and served in the first sessions of the Texas State Senate.

Richard Bache, Jr., was born in Philadelphia in 1784. His father, Richard Bache, Sr., was the second postmaster general of the United States, following Benjamin Franklin in the position and serving in the midst of the American Revolution from 1776 to 1782. He had married Franklin’s only daughter, Sarah, several years earlier and had eight children with her.

As a child, Bache had gotten to know his famous grandfather, who died in Philadelphia in 1790. His brothers and cousins achieved varying degrees of fame and success as engineers and publishers, following in their famous grandfather’s footsteps in one way or another. In 1798, he watched his older brother, Benjamin Franklin Bache, run afoul of the notorious Alien and Sedition Acts when his newspaper, the Aurora, printed articles critical of President John Adams. Unfortunately, he died before the case went to trial.

Bache attended Philadelphia schools and eventually enrolled at the University of Pennsylvania. He graduated in 1812 just before the War of 1812 erupted. Once this new war with Great Britain erupted, he organized a volunteer artillery unit. The Philadelphiabased Franklin Flying Artillery earned acclaim during the war, with Bache serving as captain. He also briefly served in the navy.

After the war ended, he served as postmaster of Philadelphia, serving from 1815 to 1828. It was this same position that his grandfather occupied from 1737 to 1753, making Bache part of the third generation in his family to serve as a postal executive.

Because of his family’s reputation, Bache maintained close connections with politicians across Pennsylvania.

In 1805, he married Sophia Dallas, the daughter of United States Attorney Alexander Dallas. Alexander Dallas rose to become Secretary of the Treasury under President James Madison in 1814, while his son George, the namesake for the present-day City of Dallas, became vice-president under President James K. Polk in 1845. The Baches’ marriage produced nine children.

In 1832, Bache fled to Texas under a cloud of suspicion, leaving his family behind. The reasons were never clear.

Some biographers suggested he fled debt collectors while others point to

19

April 17, 2023

whispers of accusations that embezzlement had occurred at the Philadelphia post office during his tenure as postmaster. However, no charges of any illegal activity were ever filed.

He settled in the Brazoria area near modern-day Houston. When the Texas Revolution reached Southeast Texas in spring 1836, Bache joined the Louisiana Independent Volunteers to continue the fight. He was part of the San Jacinto campaign in April 1836 when Mexican Gen. Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna was captured in the aftermath.

Gen. Sam Houston made him part of the group of soldiers guarding Santa Anna in the aftermath.

Under the administration of Texas President Mirabeau B. Lamar, the Texas navy was re-established. In 1838, Bache served as chief clerk for the new navy. With the purchase of the steamship Zavala, Bache dusted off his experience from the United States Navy and served Texas on the high seas on the new vessel.

In 1842, he moved to Galveston to serve as commissioner of the navy yard and as customs collector. Shortly afterward, he was elected a justice of the peace, a small-claims court judge, for Galveston County.

By 1845, the question of annexation to the United States again emerged.

Many people in the United States and Texas alike were excited about the prospect of the merger. Bache was selected as a delegate to the Annexation Convention. However, Bache was in the minority and voted against annexation; but his reasons were more personal than political. As his grandfather had a falling out with his own parents and his own son throughout his life, Bache periodically would find himself at odds with members of his own family. After his brother-in-law, George Dallas, became vice-president, Bache soured on the idea of annexation because he did not want to give him a political victory.

Nevertheless, Bache was a delegate at the state constitutional convention and helped craft the first state constitution in 1845. He was also elected to the first session of the new Texas State Senate, representing the Galveston area. He continued to serve in the senate until his sudden death three years later.

His children went on to lead impressive lives of their own. His eldest son, Alexander Bache, was a noted scientist and led what later became known as the U. S. Geodetic Survey. Three of his daughters married men who had considerable achievements. One son-inlaw became a congressman while another became Secretary of the Treasury while a third, Gen. William Emory was a noted surveyor along the border between Mexico and the United States.

Bache died in Austin in 1848 at age 64.

“Your talent determines what you can do. Your motivation determines how much you’re willing to do. Your attitude determines how well you do it.” —Lou Holtz

Living with children Q: Our 7-year -old daughter recently had a shortlived stomach virus. Ever since she has been fearful that eating may John Rosemond make her sick.

Every night at dinner she becomes concerned that she’s going to be sick and breaks down in tears. My husband and I have regrettably lost our patience with her a few times and told her to just get over it. This has been going on for almost two months now. We are concerned that this may become a pattern. How should we handle this situation?

life to a quick close you are going to have to exert a disciplinary authority that is more potent than her anxieties.

You need to tell her, matter-of-factly, that the evening meal is a time for family harmony and that panic and weeping at the dinner table is very disruptive and not allowed. Therefore, you are going to feed her first, and she is going to eat by herself until she feels she can once again join the family without becoming upset and upsetting the two of you. You also need to tell her that you’ve said all you have to say about her anxieties and you are not going to talk about them any more. It’s important that you not present this as punishment, but as simply what you need to do to enjoy the evening meal.

A: You’re correct in thinking that your daughter’s “petite-neurosis” could become not only a pattern but an ever-worsening condition. Your letter would suggest, however, that she is not having this problem at lunchtime at school. If that’s so, then the problem is still in its infancy and should be fairly easy to put behind you.

When you serve her dinner, you need to leave the room and let her eat by herself. Tell her that she does not have to eat what you have prepared but you are not going to fix her another meal or reheat her food later. If she doesn’t want to eat, she should simply get up from the table and go find something to do. If she becomes hungry later, she should fix herself a snack. It’s very important that you not fix more for her than one evening meal.

My experience tells me that if you stay the course, this problem should be history within a month.

Children often misinterpret events, especially upsetting ones, and are prone to exaggerated emotions, or dramatics. This is what’s happened here, which means this is not a psychological problem in the sense of it being deeply rooted in your daughter’s psyche. Her illness was upsetting to her, obviously. She didn’t fully understand what was happening to her or why, and she became fearful. What you and she are now going through are what I would term “aftershocks.”

To bring this chapter in your family

Family psychologist John Rosemond: parentguru.com.

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.

HoweEnterprise.com

April 17, 2023

20

The Patriot Pony What really happened in 2020

By Derek Johnson TheDocuments.info What really happened in 2020. This Document is about 2020 specifically. Where Covid really came from. This Document shows why ORIGIN is very critical and important. Why “The Establishment” aka Deep State aka The Corporation released Covid: It’s really simple once you apply what was taking place from January 20, 2017, to the key speech, on February 4, 2020, at the State of the Union address where President Trump was the FIRST to drop the word Covid to the American public in a warning statement. Americans seem to have the WORST memories. Outside of all the Covert Operation and the Plan for the Generals to take over the mess this country had become… JUST from the average viewer on looking at what President Trump was doing via Law and Order… one should remember his tariffs he imposed on China. The Yen to the Dollar is at an ALLTIME low. They’re bankrupt. It’s the Chinese Communist Party that’s being dismantled, not the good people in China. Not only did President Trump stick it to the CCP, he also stuck it to the Pharmaceutical companies… Remember, he called them “Big Pharm.” Everything adds up if one would start with the ORIGIN. All one would have to do is read a few Executive Orders. Perhaps the Executive Order 13959… the one where over 1,300 CEOs have stepped down since it activated on January 11, 2021, at 9:30 AM Eastern Standard Time… imagine being that specific to activate… Ironically that was signed on November 12, 2020, so, there was a lot more prior to its signing that the Military knew and President Trump signed to show they knew ALL long before… long before the corporation ever dreamed a massive alliance was being formed and about to take action. Remember in Part One… where I outlined the “Nuclear Option?” The “Nuclear Option” Congress boasted they had in 2019 to USE on Trump if needed to? In 2019, the Senate was controlled by Republicans… The swamp and RINOS on all sides and outside had no Congressional “option” other than to release their “nuclear option”... which was a threat to National Security and why President Trump had to use the PEAD on top of all of his monumental and historical Executive Orders and National Emergencies. The corporation knew the 150 year reign was DEAD and OVER by the Military Generals behind the scenes plus the agencies involved, that backed the Constitution, Executive Orders, Presidential Acts, Presidential Emergencies, Military Law, Federal Law, and Military actions. They also knew that most Americans do not know ANYTHING about the Constitution, Military, Congress, Law, Orders, legalities, etc. The “Nuclear Option” was Covid-19. What you have to understand is… it’s just a word attached to Flu statistics. The Military actually took over in November 2016. That’s when a lot of the arrests were made.

Everything you’ve seen since then are actors in the best technology known to man. Most people cannot imagine what goes on in ONE day in ONE branch in the military alone… The average American just don’t realize HOW spoiled and blessed they really are. Former CIA Chief of Disguise https://youtu.be/Q0uAh02vPU None of this is “secret.” Which is sad in another way. Every single Law and Order was passed right in front of everyone with this BRILLIANT and Monument PLAN, I call The Blueprint. Majority of Americans don’t want to listen to guys like me until it’s too late, affects your livelihood, or you’re forced to. And that’s why we are where we are and why the Military had to step in. The “Establishment” used Reverse Psychological tactics… They use the Constitution and U.S. terms, but always out of context and polar opposite of its origin and meaning. But when data says 70% of Americans don’t know anything about the Constitution…and 68% cannot simply name the 3 branches of government…

How in the heck can one conversation with someone like me or even understand what took place is actual Law and Order based on ORIGIN? Sad America. Tragic and sad. Remember the 40,000 foot view. They used reverse psychology in a forward way of thinking by telling Americans what you couldn’t do that the Government could do for you in order to take more from your pockets and pad theirs.

Once you see it, you’ll never unsee it and it should really flip your Patriot fuse.

Covid was a patent word. You’ll read below. Although everything from November 2016 forward has been Military running operations and using optics and code language… They took the Establishments blueprint of what THEY were actually going to do had the Military Generals and Commands not taken over. So, instead of throwing a visual takeover… that would make them go down in History as Dictators, which would defy our Origin and Foundation, cause more revolts and damage those, they used a strategy to display to the public the game plan of the Establishment. It’s really epic, brilliant, monumental, and historical. All lies will be revealed. All truth will be revealed. “Nothing can stop what’s coming.” - President Trump 2023 Military Tribunals are going to be EPIC. Here’s what the majority missed from January 20, 2017, to February 4, 2020. Trump’s 2019 and 2020 Executive Orders In 2019, President Trump signed into Law TWO Executive Orders called the "Influenza Vaccination," he lists the CDC as the research organization.

Influenza Vaccination https://www.federalregister.gov/ documents/2019/09/24/2019-20804/m odernizing-influenza-vaccines-in-theunited-states-to-promote-national -security-and-public-health Yet, in 2020 in his Covid-19 Order, nowhere inside that order was the CDC mentioned. Covid Vaccines https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/11/2020-27455/en suring-access-to-united-states-government-covid-19-vaccines President Trump via the highest Law in the land… gave you Optics through Law. The Military and he gave every person in every role across the world the chance to tell the truth and

report the truth. Let’s skip ahead really quickly to January 2021… Trump’s speech at the ALAMO: can help you understand about the “lines being drawn” and more OPTICS. In January 2021, the Alamo Speech, Trump stood his final ground before activating troops. From 2017 to that point, he had painted a picture and drew a line in the sand (reference*). He was saying (via Optics) from January 20, 2017, to that day… he had given each evil player a chance to admit what they did, step across the line, and their punishment would be lesser. From Russia Collusion, to the Ukraine phone call, to his taxes being unveiled, etc. etc. etc. all the way up to this monumental speech at ‘The Alamo.’ This speech took place just days before the January 6, 2021, FBI threw a fake “insurrection” to make you think those were Trump Protestors. Already proven false in court (the “J6 Committee”) but Vets like me have been knowing this due to President Trump’s Executive Orders. They hold ALL of the key language and answers. It was a staged distraction.

Those who did not pay attention to LAW from 2017-2021, where you SHOULD have been paying attention, definitely took the bait from November 3, 2020, forward. The importance of the Alamo Speech: So, why was the Alamo so monumental? It was Optics and Symbolism. This is why it's important to know your History. A young strapping 26 year old William B. Travis, hailing from one of my hometowns, Claiborne, Alabama, stepped up and pinned himself Lieutenant Colonel when David Bowie took ill. It was Travis who wrote the famous letter "Victory or Death" and drew a line in the sand and told his men, "those who stand on this side of the line with me will surely die." The survivors remember hearing Travis yelling to those men his final words, "No rendirse, muchachos!" which means "Do not surrender, boys!" This was Trump's last speech before the Monumental and Historical speech on January 6, 2021, in which he said, “the next two weeks moving forward will be the most Monumental and Historical in WORLD History… your children, grandchildren, great-great grandchildren will talk about it.” The Alamo Speech was also the speech to illustrate what was soon to take place as he had activated all three lines of defenses in the Country. At this point, it was already too late for any evil player of the corporation in the world. They had already chosen their sides. This has been planned since the 1940s once again. By November 3, 2020, it was go time and no turning back. It happened right in front of each American from November 2016 to January 20th, 2021, and the script began into action January 21, 2021, to present day. 2020 Hitler controlled 90% of Germany’s population with 10%. So, why did 261 million (rough number) Americans take a vaccine you knew NOTHING about? Why did you let someone else tell you to wear a mask? President Trump did not wear a mask. “Yeah but he took the vaccine.” Naw, he took A vaccine. I’ve got a friend, and I truly do love this fella to death. He’s a great guy. He’ll probably know who he is by this subject matter, but it’s nothing personal… I’m showing you BY Military Law and Operations what happened right in front of your eyes, not my opinion… He says, “Yeah, but I know some young men currently in the military that said they are vaccinating the military.” If you aren’t serving… you have no idea what the Oath means.

When you serve you’re under an Oath and a National Securities Act, and swear to defend the Constitution and obey the orders of the President and Officers appointed over you. If your venus fly trap (yo’ mouth) is flapping to Civilians… and the Commander finds out… it’s your ***. It’s your *** in Courts Martial. Two, I, as an honorably retired Veteran, can find out where one is stationed, go to their Commander, and Courts Martial under violations of the Uniform Code of Military Justice and have them punished accordingly. Not every soldier serves or served for the RIGHT reasons. Many do not know anything about Military Law, Regulations, and their own Branch Regulations. The Veterans that do know what’s going on… either stay quiet or ‘go along’ with those around them to blend in. I’ve done this many times because the average conversation cannot handle all of these laws, orders, and facts at one time. You’ve got to read, reread, study, apply. The Military has our own LAWS. Therefore we have our own what? Vaccines. There’s TWO different Covid vaccines. You had to have truly been following President Trump and all of the Law and Order, to have known. It’s not anyone’s fault that generations during the 1870s were blinded or did not know the actual language via law what happened… it’s just now, we need everyone to wake up to the language that was written in those laws that fundamenTwitter—@rattletrap1776 tally changed America… Evil will alThere’s a way to have a CLEAN system ways exist. The Bible proves that and plus the life we all want and choose the everyday life proves that. Military proves Constitution and reseating a new governwhat love really looks like all while pro- ment outlined in the Declaration of Indetecting the origin and foundation of our pendence says it is our Right and Duty fabric. I know and served with plenty plus the Federal Continuity Directives outline the new seat of government (Continue reading…)

ADVERTISING/MARKETING Howe Enterprise P.O. Box 595 Howe TX 75459 howeenterprise.com 903-339-0100 news@howeenterprise.com AGRICULTURE Norman Farms 4871 Mackey Rd Howe TX 75459 903-815-5545 ajnorm4@aol.com Renfro Farms 1589 Harrell Rd Howe TX 75459 renfrofarms@gmail.com ANTIQUES Howe Mercantile 107 E. Haning St Howe TX 75459 facebook.com/Howe-Mercantile1639767196252428/ (817) 313-2168 georgiacaraway@aol.com AUTO Bob Utter Ford 2525 Texoma Parkway Sherman TX 75090 bobutterford.net 903-892-3555

CHILDCARE Koti Academy of Howe 105 Doyle Street Howe TX 75459 https://www.kotiacademy.com/ 903-532-9663 cassie@kotiacademy.com

FIREARMS Guns N More 281 Celtic Road Howe, TX 75459 GunsNMore.net (903) 267-1091 jared.c@gunsnmore.net

CHURCHES

FUNERAL HOME

Bethel Baptist Church 905 Ponderosa Rd, P.O. Box 458 Howe TX 75459 bethelbaptisthowe.com 903-532-6032

Scoggins Funeral Home & Crematory 637 W. Van Alstyne Parkway Van Alstyne TX 75495 scogginsfuneralhome.com 903-482-5225 tommywscoggins@hotmail.com

First Baptist Church Howe 100 W. Davis Howe TX 75459 http://www.fbchowe.org/ 903-532-5504 info@fbchowe.org First United Methodist Church 810 N. Denny St. Howe, TX 75459 903-532-6718 Church@fumchowe.org https://www.fumchowe.org/ New Beginning Fellowship 910 S. Denny St, PO Box 295 Howe TX 75459 http://www.nbfhowe.com/ (903) 532-6828 wallace@nbfhowe.com

BANKING

CONSTRUCTION/BUILDING SERVICVES

Independent Bank 100 South Denny Howe TX 75459 independent-bank.com (903) 532-5521 aanderson@ibtx.com

TLD Design Consulting LLC 103 E. Haning St. Howe TX 75459 http://www.tld -dc.com/ 903-436-4601 tdefrange@tldconsulting.net

Legend Bank 201 W. Grand Whitewright, TX 75491 legend-bank.com 903-532-4778 Brandon.grooms@legend-bank.com

American Efficiency Solutions 2917 Wolf Front Rd Van Alstyne TX 75495 americanefficiency solutions.com/ 214-284-6309 mike@aes-llc.net

First National Bank of Tom Bean 109 S. Britton St. Tom Bean, TX 75489 https://www.fnbtb.com/ 903-546-62752 rbridges@fnbtb.com

Carl Seay Construction 3787 Texas 289 Dorchester, TX 75459 469-288-1965 ceseay10@gmail.com

First United Bank 2011 Texoma Parkway Sherman TX 75090 firstunitedbank.com 903-813-5760 sarah.myrick@firstunitedbank.com

CONVENIENT STORES Quick Check #4 411 W. Haning Street Howe, TX 75459 903-532-5265 zackwilks82@yahoo.com

BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

DENTAL Howe Family Dentistry 100 S. Collins Freeway, PO Box 960 Howe TX 75459 howefamilydentistry.com 903.532.5545

Provider Business Partners 106 W. Young St. Howe TX 75459 providerbusinesspartners.com 903-487-2248 sharla@ providerbusinesspartners.com Smith-Garner, PC 609 N. Denny St., P.O. Box 1019 Howe TX 75459 http://www.howecpa.com/ (903) 532-1040 amanda.garner@howecpa.com LegalShield 1548 Timbercreek Dr. Howe TX 75459 http://JLALEXANDER. WeAreLegalshield.com 214-549-4474 jlalexander@ legalshieldassociates.com) BUTCHER Don’s Smokehouse 111 E. Haning Street Howe, Texas 75459 Donssmokehouse.com (214) 881-8377 DonsSmokehouse@gmail.com

EDUCATION Howe Community Library 315 S. Collins Freeway Howe TX 75459 www.howeisd.net/Page/83 903-745-4050 atchison.melissa@howeisd.net Howe Independent School District 105 W. Tutt St. Howe TX 75459 howeisd.net/ (903) 745-4000 ELECTRIC Rapid Electric, LLC (903) 421-8100 http://www.RapidElectricCo.com/ brent@rapidelectricco.com ENTERTAINMENT Chill Out Shaved Ice Howe, TX 75459 Chillout903@hotmail.com 903-436-0708

HAIR SALON Good Fellas Barber Shop 105 E. Haning St. (972) 502-0559 goodfellasbarbershoptx@gmail.com HEALTH 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 ER OF TEXAS 115 W. Travis St Sherman, TX 75092 http://oroftexas.com/ 903-770-9099 tiffanyr@eroftexas.com NURSE C.E.R.T.S. 505 Castlegate St. Howe, TX 75459 90.-821-3392 loavamccarthy@msn.com DEBBY EDWARDS/PINK ZEBRA 1403 S. Travis St. Sherman, TX 75090 debbyedwards2@gmail.com 903-820-8914 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 903-815-8355 mariecurtis16@gmail.com.

INSURANCE Ed Meacham, State Farm 1303 N Sam Rayburn Frwy, Ste. 200 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

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

NON-PROFIT Goodwill Industries of Northeast Texas 2206 E. Lamar St. Sherman, TX 75090 goodwillnorthtexas.org spierce@goodwillnorthtexas.org United Way of Grayson County 713 E. Brockett P.O. Box 1112 Sherman, Texas 75091 903.893.1920 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 REAL ESTATE Bill French Properties 315 N Travis Suite B-3 Sherman TX 75090 billfrenchproperties.com 903-893-BILL (2455) bill@billfrenchproperties.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

HoweEnterprise.com

April 17, 2023

85 years ago this week

22

HoweEnterprise.com

April 17, 2023

50 years ago this week

23

HoweEnterprise.com

April 17, 2023

45 years ago this week

24

HoweEnterprise.com

April 17, 2023

40 years ago this week

25

HoweEnterprise.com

April 17, 2023

35 years ago this week

26

HoweEnterprise.com

April 17, 2023

30 years ago this week

27

HoweEnterprise.com

April 17, 2023

25 years ago this week

28

HoweEnterprise.com

April 17, 2023

20 years ago this week

29

HoweEnterprise.com

April 17, 2023

30