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Arson suspect arrested after Walmart fire By Wyndi Veigel News Editor

news@princetonherald.com A 28-year-old man is in jail after felony arson charges were filed stemming from a fire intentionally set at Walmart. Jairo Briceno-Barrientos was arrested on charges of arson causing bodily injury/death, a First Degree felony. Shortly after 1:40 p.m. Monday, Jan. 9, Collin County Dispatch began receiving multiple calls that the middle of the Princeton Walmart, located at 701 W. Princeton Dr., was on fire. A chaotic scene emerged at the Walmart after several racks of children’s and men’s clothing were set on fire. Arriving on scene first, Princeton Police Chief James Waters entered the building as managers and employees were ushering out shoppers. Waters stated that he along with other employees attempted to put out the

‘Best of’ voting inside this issue Voting for the 15th annual Best of Princeton contest starts this week and continues through the end of the month. Ballots for the popular readers’ poll will be available weekly in The Princeton Herald. From accountants to auto repair, workout to annual event, or barbecue to Tex-Mex, readers are invited to vote for their favorites. Ballots can be mailed to The Princeton Herald, P.O. Box 687, Princeton, TX 75407, or brought by the office at 101 S. Main Street, Farmersville. Mailed ballots must be postmarked by Jan. 31. The Herald will feature weekly winners based on ballots submitted. Winners in all categories will be announced in February.

fire in the clothing section with several fire extinguishers while waiting for the fire department to arrive. Due to accelerant that was used, the fire was more difficult to quickly extinguish. “At one point there were flames about six feet over the clothing racks,” Waters said. “I have to give the employees credit for trying to put out the fire while attempting to get everyone out of the building.” Arriving on scene to help extinguish the fire were Princeton FD, McKinney FD, Melissa FD, Branch Volunteer Fire Department and Lowry Crossing Volunteer Fire Department. Within about 15 minutes, the fire was considered under control and shortly thereafter, completely out. After assessing and starting overhaul, four people were transported to area hospitals for smoke inhalation. After closed circuit video See ACCELERANT page 6A

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Firefighters from five departments responded to an arson clothing fire inside the Princeton Walmart Monday, Jan.9. The departments utilized large fans to help abate heavy quantities of smoke.

City council delays business, talks development By Joe Reavis Staff Writer

news@princetonherald.com Princeton City Council tabled much of its business Monday, Jan. 9, until its Jan. 23 meeting, including items dealing with the development of Arcadia Farms housing subdivision. Arcadia Farms is located on 216.98 acres south of Walmart. Plans call for 949 residential lots.

The council opened a public hearing to take comments on establishing a Public Improvement District and left the hearing open until Jan. 23 at the request of developer Princeton 380. A PID provides for a special property tax to be assessed property owners in the subdivision with proceeds going to help pay for infrastructure construction. Tabled until the next meeting

is action on a resolution authorizing a reinvestment zone for the Arcadia Farms area, providing a financing plan for the city’s involvement in building infrastructure serving the development. Action on the preliminary plat for Arcadia Farms also was delayed until the next council meeting. Under the consent agenda, the council approved use of

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Students Graci Wilkins and Brittney Larocca use a charging station in the new cafeteria expansion to charge their phones after school.

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moted to the top spot for the first time in his career prior to the start news@princetonherald.com of the 2013 season. Other coaching stops included There will be a new head foot- Rockwall-Heath, Mesquite Poball coach roaming the sidelines teet, Red Oak and Farmersville. next season. In his first year, Princeton finLee Wilkins recently resigned ished 10-2, ended up as the coafter four years and an overall re- District 12-3A champions with cord of 29-16. Melissa and made it to the second “As a coaching staff we are round of the Class 3A Div. I playextremely proud of what we ac- offs. complished. Our kids played They beat Ferris 50-22 in bihard and never quit. district and fell 35-0 to These are tough hard Frisco Lone Star durnosed kids and it was ing area at Kimbrough special to see what Stadium in Murphy. they accomplished,” The following two Wilkins said. “Beseasons, 2014 and sides the first year we 2015, the program never had any diviwent 7-4 and fell in sion one or division the first round of the two kids. We did it 4A Div. I playoffs. with hard work and Princeton fell Lee Wilkins the coaching staff did to Kaufman 42-35 an outstanding job of preparing (2014) and Athens 59-36 (2015), them each week.” both in bi-district. The hiring of a new head coach This past season the team will be discussed during the ended up 5-6 and lost for a third Thursday, Jan. 12 Princeton ISD straight season in the first round school board meeting. of the playoffs. For continuing coverage folThey were defeated 41-14 by low The Princeton Herald Face- Van at Royse City ISD Stadium. book and Twitter pages. Princeton qualified after Dillard said the district had knocking off Anna 35-34 for over 200 coaches apply for the fourth place in the final 7-4A Div. position. I game. “The quality of coaches that In other district action they applied was good. They ranged beat Quinlan Ford 37-15, and from Class 5A-6A programs that lost against Paris 35-18, Paris went three to four rounds in the North Lamar 27-7 and Texarplayoffs,” he said. “I think the kana Liberty-Eylau 27-3. success we have had in recent The Panthers finished above years helped, but then add in the .500 to start the season with other sports and it makes the job wins over Celina 42-27, Frisco in that much more attractive.” Reedy 37-21 and Melissa 35Wilkins a former defensive co- 12, with loses against Van 56-28 ordinator under Dillard, was pro- and Creekview 20-17. Staff Writer

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reported that two timers and breakers were replaced to repair lighting at J.M. Caldwell, Sr., Community Park/POW Camp. Borg also reported that the city has no ordinances regulating “bandit” signs, described as signs placed along rights-of-way directing potential homebuyers to subdivisions. Some area communities regulate the signs and the Princeton council may address the issue at a later date.

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$316,016 in city funds as the matching portion for a block grant from the Texas Department of Agriculture Community Development Fund. The grant and matching funds will be used for water and wastewater improvements. On recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission, Kyle Sutton was appointed to fill a vacancy in Place 5. City Manager Derek Borg

PHS construction nears completion By Wyndi Veigel News Editor

news@princetonherald.com After a long anticipated wait, construction on the Princeton High School expansion is nearing its end. The first game played in the

school’s new gym will be the boys and girls’ home basketball games Friday, Jan. 13. “We will still be having punch list items completed through the end of the year,” Superintendent Phil Anthony said. “But we are basically done with the majority of the construction projects.”

The new cafeteria expansion opened in October and has been utilized heavily by students, Anthony said. “Students really seem to enjoy the additional menu options,” he said. See FIRST page 6A

There’s a new sheriff in town, or at least in the county By Wyndi Veigel News Editor

news@princetonherald.com After more than 30 years of having the same sheriff, Collin County now has a new sheriff in charge. Sheriff Jim Skinner was sworn into office Jan. 1, ready

to take the helm as the county’s 39th sheriff. According to Skinner, former Sheriff Terry Box had allowed him access to the Collin County Sheriff’s Office over the past several months, aiding in what Skinner hopes will be a seamless transition. “Thank you for giving me

the opportunity to serve and for helping me carry forward the tradition and heritage of the Texas Sheriff. Deputy sheriffs and detention officers are members of an elite class of humanity in which few serve. We ask them to make See NEW page 5A

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Veteran officer starts first elected term as Collin Co. Constable By Joe Reavis Staff Writer

news@princetonherald.com More than 40 years of service as a deputy constable in Dallas and Collin counties prepared Gary Edwards for election last year to his first term as Collin County Constable, Precinct 2. Edwards had served as interim constable since early 2015 when he was appointed by fill a vacancy created by the death of Joe Barton, and ran unopposed for election to his own four-year term in 2016. “I’ve been a deputy constable, sergeant and chief deputy, but not the politician,” he said. “It’s a new learning experience.” He explained that as an elected official, he often is being called upon to present programs to various groups. The constable noted that he is perfectly comfortable visiting in a 1-on-1 situation, but getting used to speaking to a group is taking some effort. The Precinct 2 Constable’s office serves the eastern portion of Collin County, some 43 percent of the geographic mass because the precinct is mostly rural. Communities, and parts of communities, within the precinct include Wylie, Princeton, Farmersville, Sachse, St. Paul, Parker, Lavon, Nevada, Royse City, Josephine, Copeville, McKinney, New Hope, Lowery

Crossing, Culleoka, Branch, Blue Ridge, Anna and Desert. “The east side of Collin County is like God’s country,” he says of the friendly reception he has received since moving from Dallas County 10 years ago. The job is different, too, as he noted that constables often are called on loose cattle complaints. Assisting Edwards in carrying out the duties of office are three deputy constables, five reserve constables and an administrative assistant. Primary duties of the office are to serve legal papers, such as subpoenas, warrants, writs, orders of sale for seized property, provide court security for the Precinct 2 Justice of the Peace, conduct delinquent tax sales and transport prisoners on orders of the Justice of the Peace. As fully licensed peace officers, constables also respond to emergency calls in a backup role, or when they are the officers nearest an emergency situation. Edwards pointed out that the offices of Sheriff and Constable are the only two peace officer posts established in the Texas Constitution. Office for the Precinct 2 Constable is 406 Raymond St., Suite A, in Farmersville. The Wylie office has been closed since the Public Safety Building sustained extensive damage in the April 11, 2016, hailstorm and will reopen

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Gary Edwards prepares to start his first elective term as Collin Country Constable, Precinct 2.

when the building is repaired. The constable is a graduate of Bryan Adams High School in Dallas, attended Eastfield College and El Centro College and graduated Dallas Sheriff’s Academy in 1975. In addition, he holds a Master Peace Officer Certificate, is certified in police firearms proficiency and police instructor proficiency, and is an Eagle Scout.

He recalled that he dated a girl whose father was a Dallas Constable – Sharen, the girl, is now his wife of 43 years – and the officer always wore a suit, fedora and shiny pistol, which impressed a young man. Sharen’s father encouraged him to put in an application to get hired as a constable in Dallas County. Edwards worked as a Dallas County Constable in Precinct 1

from 1975-‘81, promoted to sergeant in 1982 and became chief deputy in Precinct 3 in 1989. He retired briefly in 2006 and moved to Collin County, but soon went to work as a Precinct 2 reserve constable in 2007, hiring on as a deputy constable in 2007 and accepted appointment as interim constable in 2015. All total, the Precinct 2 Constable has worked 42 years in

the field. When not on the job, Edwards raises Santa Gertrudis show cattle, is active in First Baptist Church of Farmersville, serves as treasurer of TrailLife USA scouting program, and is a member of Farmersville Rotary Club and Duck Creek Masonic Lodge No. 1419. He and his wife are parents of two sons.

Princeton Police blotter The Collin County Sheriff’s Office has released the Princeton Police Department blotter for Dec. 29 – Jan. 5. Calls for security watches, building checks, traffic stops and traffic enforcement areas have been omitted. Dec. 29 • 00:17 susp. veh., 301 5th St. • 01:37 agency asst., E. Princeton Dr. / Monte Carlo Blvd. • 10:13 welfare check, 928 Meadow Tr. • 11:46 civil pblm., 930 N. 1st St. • 11:53 theft in progress, 701 W. Princeton Dr. • 13:45 motor. asst., E. Princeton Dr. / CR 559 • 15:53 agency asst., E. Princeton Dr. / CR 559 • 18:44 first resp., 201 Harvard Dr. • 18:50 susp. veh., 1103 Caroline Dr. • 19:59 follow up info., 306 Main St. • 22:09 susp. person, 500 E. Hazelwood St. • 23:36 agency asst., 311 E. Princeton Dr. • 23:50 agency asst., S. Hwy. 78 / W. Audie Murphy Pkwy Dec. 30 • 01:28 theft in progress, 701 W. Princeton Dr. • 05:08 dom. dist., CR 456 / Avalon Dr. • 05:33 arrest, 130 Avalon Dr. • 08:36 rd. hazard, 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 09:46 susp. circ., 1026 Meadow Green Ct. • 12:28 agency asst., 501 - 100 E. Princeton Dr. • 13:53 dist., N. 2nd St. / E. Hwy. 380 • 14:36 agency asst., E. Princeton Dr. / CR 559 • 18:38 reck. drvr., W. Audie Murphy Pkwy. / S. Hwy. 78 • 20:39 reck. drvr., 401 E. Princeton Dr. • 21:12 civil pblm., 1103 Parkview Dr. • 21:27 runaway report, 421 Venezia Ct. • 21:36 parking viol., 164 Tanglewood Draw • 22:38 reck. drvr., E. University Dr. / Monte Carlo Blvd. Dec. 31 • 01:43 susp. person, E. Princeton Dr. / S. 2nd St. • 10:23 found child, 701 W. Princeton Dr. • 10:27 susp. circ., 520 S. 2nd St. • 10:55 follow up info., 306 Main St. • 11:29 susp. veh., 701 W. Princeton Dr. • 11:54 motor. asst., E. Princeton Dr. / Twin Groves Park Rd. • 12:13 susp. veh., 2892 CR 447 • 12:13 follow up info., 421 Venezia Ct. • 12:31 reck. drvr., E. Princeton Dr. / CR 490 • 12:41 unknown call for ofcr., 516 Main St. • 13:03 dom. dist., 401 Bonnie View Dr. • 15:03 major acdt., W. Princeton Dr./ Cypress Bend Dr. • 15:12 theft, 408 E. Princeton Dr. • 15:25 minor acdt., 165 S. 4th St. • 15:32 theft, 301 W. Princeton Dr. • 17:27 agency asst., CR 400 / S. 2nd St. • 18:45 civil pblm., 321 - B Bonnie View Dr. • 18:48 civil pblm., 331 - B Bonnie View Dr. • 19:43 fireworks cmpl., 410 Harvard Dr. • 19:57 fireworks cmpl., 404 Oxford Loop. • 20:02 fireworks cmpl., 301 5th St. • 20:17 citizen contact, 301 5th St. • 20:38 fireworks cmpl., 1300 Riviera Dr. • 21:41 fireworks cmpl., Parkway Tr. / E. College Ave. • 22:07 susp. veh., Riviera Dr. / Antoinette Dr. • 22:09 fireworks cmpl., 812 Park Place Ridge

• 22:24 noise dist., 703 E. College St. • 22:28 reck. drvr., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 22:54 fireworks cmpl., 421 Stone Creek Dr. • 23:04 fireworks cmpl., 700 Prairie Creek Dr. • 23:12 fireworks cmpl., 814 Park Place Ridge • 23:18 dom. dist., 1201 Pine Forest Dr. • 23:35 fireworks cmpl., 1507 El Camino Cir. • 23:44 fireworks cmpl., 1529 N. 6th St. • 23:57 fireworks cmpl., 1330 Tamarack Dr. Jan. 1 • 00:04 fireworks cmpl., Monaco Dr. / St. Charles Dr. • 00:07 noise dist., 1104 Caroline Dr. • 00:08 fireworks cmpl., Sage Dr. / Augustin Dr. • 00:15 fireworks cmpl., 2000 Forest Meadow Dr. • 00:17 fireworks cmpl., 1116 Monaco Dr. • 00:20 fireworks cmpl., 1019 N. 6 St. • 00:23 fireworks cmpl., Bronner Dr. / Weiss Ave. • 00:32 fireworks cmpl., Avalon Dr. / Arthur Dr. • 01:00 noise dist., 214 W. Willow Ln. • 03:13 first resp., 2139 Shady Glen Tr. • 03:13 aud. alarm, 701 W. Princeton Dr. • 04:32 susp. person, 331 Bonnie View Dr. • 06:56 susp. veh., 112 W. Princeton Dr. • 10:16 susp. veh., Antoinette Dr. / Churchill Dr. • 11:26 animal cmpl., 306 Main St. • 12:06 susp. veh., CR 452 / FM 982 • 14:36 sex. aslt. of a child, address omitted • 15:31 asslt., 1103 Parkview Dr. • 18:40 minor hit and run, E. Princeton Dr. / S. 2nd St. • 19:01 follow up info., 130 - D W. Princeton Dr. • 19:29 fireworks cmpl., 1812 Fairbanks Dr. • 19:33 fireworks cmpl., Par Trails Blvd. / Big Delta St. • 19:59 structure fire, W. Princeton Dr. / Tickey Dr. • 21:23 unknown dist., 405 Harvard Dr. • 21:25 unknown dist., 1226 Rainier Dr. • 21:37 fireworks cmpl., 1800 Fairbanks Dr. • 22:36 agency asst., 1806 CR 697 • 23:21 fireworks cmpl., 1119 Rainier Dr. Jan. 2 • 00:05 susp. veh., 500 W. College St. • 06:37 agency asst., 10789 CR 905 • 09:03 panic alarm, 1714 Blackburn Way. • 12:32 rd. hazard, 701 W. Princeton Dr. • 14:44 arrest, 893 E. Princeton Dr. • 15:23 follow up info., 306 Main St. • 16:25 rd. hazard, 1490 Princeton Oaks Dr. • 19:21 fireworks cmpl., 517 Harvard Dr. • 19:26 animal cmpl., McKinney Ave. / 4 St. • 20:07 harass., 613 Woody Dr. • 20:36 fireworks cmpl., 1308 Cedar Hollow Dr. • 20:48 phone harass., 613 Woody Dr. Jan. 3 • 01:00 susp. person, 500 W. College St. • 03:50 structure fire, 2892 CR 447 • 07:24 ISD ofcr. check, 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 07:39 ISD ofcr. check, 301 Panther Pkwy. • 08:51 follow up info., 306 Main St. • 08:53 aud. alarm, 313 Crosscreek Dr. • 08:55 follow up info., 306 Main St. • 09:25 ISD ofcr. check, 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 09:25 ISD ofcr. check, 600 Mabel Ave. • 09:47 civil pblm., 716 Park Place Ridge • 10:04 ISD ofcr. check, 2101 Forest Meadow Dr. • 11:37 follow up info., 2101 Forest Meadow Dr. • 11:41 ISD ofcr. check, 224 E. College St. • 11:57 follow up info., 1210 Cedar Hollow Dr.

• 12:03 dist., 121 - 303 N. 4th St. • 12:03 juv. pblm., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 12:20 ISD ofcr. check, 301 Panther Pkwy. • 13:39 civil pblm., 1205 Caroline Dr. • 14:29 minor acdt., 701 W. Princeton Dr. • 14:42 traffic acdt., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 15:02 follow up info., 301 Panther Pkwy. • 16:25 regist. sex ofdr. check, 306 Main St. • 16:38 follow up info., 306 Main St. • 18:24 susp. circ., Meadow View Dr. / Princeton Meadows Blvd. • 18:36 agency asst., W. Princeton Dr. / Tickey Dr. • 22:04 susp. veh., 1019 N. 6 St. • 22:30 aud. alarm, 2452 FM 3364 Jan. 4 • 07:32 ISD ofcr. check, 301 Panther Pkwy. • 07:45 ISD ofcr. check, 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 07:46 arrest, 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 09:00 aud. alarm, 1212 Toledo Bend Dr. • 09:28 follow up info., 301 Panther Pkwy. • 09:37 ISD ofcr. check, 1019 N. 6th St. • 10:22 welfare check, 311 - D Bonnie View Dr. • 10:43 ISD ofcr. check, 8080 CR 398 • 11:12 parking viol., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 11:17 ISD ofcr. check, 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 11:56 follow up info., 8080 CR 398 • 12:02 ISD ofcr. check, 301 Panther Pkwy. • 13:06 first resp., 1019 N. 6 St. • 13:25 ISD ofcr. check, 600 Mabel Ave. • 13:29 ISD ofcr. check, 301 Panther Pkwy. • 13:51 aud. alarm, 1714 Anchorage Dr. • 14:28 suicide threat, address omitted • 15:05 vandal., 500 W. College St. • 15:27 harass., 713 E. McKinney St. • 15:29 follow up info., 600 Mabel Ave. • 15:31 follow up info., 1019 N. 6th St. • 16:01 follow up info., 500 W. College St. • 16:39 susp. veh., 511 E. Jefferson Ave. • 17:21 susp. veh., Tickey Bridge • 17:36 first resp., Monte Carlo Blvd. / Florence Dr. • 18:03 major acdt., 303 W. Princeton Dr. • 18:27 silent alarm, 120 Briar Grove Dr. • 18:48 reck. drvr., E. University Dr. / S. Bridgefarmer Rd. • 22:06 follow up info., 1710 Park Trails Blvd. Jan. 5 • 02:11 susp. circ., 2110 Forest Meadow Dr. • 04:00 susp. veh., 105 E. Princeton Dr. • 07:30 ISD ofcr. check, 301 Panther Pkwy. • 08:50 ISD ofcr. check, 600 Mabel Ave. • 10:08 follow up info., 600 Mabel Ave. • 10:15 ISD ofcr. check, 301 Panther Pkwy. • 10:44 follow up info., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 11:29 suicide threat, address omitted • 12:07 ISD ofcr. check, 700 Bois D’Arc Ave. • 12:33 threat, 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 14:12 juv. pblm., 301 Panther Pkwy. • 14:20 follow up info., 301 Panther Pkwy. • 15:41 reck. drvr., 8080 CR 398 • 16:02 follow up info., 305 Rock Ct. • 16:05 susp. circ., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 16:13 follow up info., 1104 Grace Dr. • 17:20 citizen contact, 306 Main St. • 17:55 attempt. suicide, address omitted • 18:45 susp. veh., 4365 FM 75 • 19:56 reck. drvr., E. Princeton Dr. / S. 2nd St.

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Lt Col Greg Barber Lt. Col. Greg “Spanky” Barber, age 55, of Farmersville Texas passed tragically on December 31, 2016 in a twoplane accident in McKinney Texas at approximately 5:30 p. m. Greg, an elite and decorated United States Air Force pilot and flight instructor was spending an afternoon of quality father-son time with Tim, his number 3 son, doing what they both loved, flying. Greg had a passion for flying, serving his country, and humbly serving others. Greg was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Farmersville and active in the Boy Scouts, Eagle Scouts, Project “Operation Appreciation” (sending care packages to our local troop’s currently deployed over-seas) and many other local and worthy causes. Greg personified the phrase “Humble Servitude” touching literally thousands of fortunate lives during his short time on this earth. His love for service was only surpassed by the love of his family, countless friends and of course the Lord. Spanky whole heartedly loved

his family, his community, his country, his faith and he truly loved to fly. Matthew 25:23 …His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master’s happiness!” Greg “Spanky” Barber is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mandy Barber; son, Ben Barber, stationed at Beale Air Force Base in Yuba City, California, Franklyn Barber and his wife Tiffany Barber of Wellington, Texas and daughter, Becca Barber of Farmersville, Texas; as well as Greg’s parents Frank and Sally Barber and sister Lori Barber of Morris, Illinois. Local services were held Monday, January 9, 2017, 11:00 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church of Plano, located at 3160 East Spring Creek Parkway, Plano, TX. 75074. Greg and his son Tim will also receive a military service and burial at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs Colorado.

Tim Barber Cadet 4C Timothy Barber, age 18, passed tragically on December 31, 2016 with his father in a two-plane accident in McKinney Texas at approximately 5:30 p. m. Tim was spending an afternoon of quality father-son time doing what they both loved, flying. Tim, after graduating as Salutatorian from Farmersville High School, was home on break after completing his first semester at the U.S. Air Force Academy working toward following in his father’s footsteps. Tim was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Farmersville and active in the Boy Scouts and Eagle Scouts. He enjoyed playing tennis, hanging out with his friends and being with his family. Tim, like his father, personified the phrase “Humble Servitude” touching many lives during his short, yet remarkable time on this earth. Tim’s love for the United States Air Force was only surpassed by his love of his family and of course the Lord. Those touched by Tim will carry him with them forever.

Luke 18: 29-30 And He said to them, “Truly I say to you, there is no one who has left house or wife or brothers or sisters or parents or children, for the sake of the kingdom of God, who will not receive many times as much at this time and in the age to come, eternal life.” Timothy Barber is survived by his mother, Mrs. Mandy Barber; brothers, Ben Barber stationed at Beale Air Force Base in Yuba City, California, Franklyn Barber and his wife Tiffany Barber of Wellington, Texas and sister, Becca Barber of Farmersville, Texas; as well as Tim’s grandparents Frank and Sally Barber and aunt Lori Barber of Morris, Illinois. Local services were held Monday, January 9, 2017, 11:00 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church of Plano, located at 3160 East Spring Creek Parkway, Plano, TX. 75074. Greg and his son Tim will also receive a military service and burial at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs Colorado.

Thursday, January 12, 2017

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Dorthey Ann Lucas Hanks Norwood Dorthey Ann Lucas Hanks Norwood, 90, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on January 2, 2017. She was a long time resident of Snyder, TX, but was recently of Farmersville. A celebration of her life will be held Saturday, January 14 at 3:30 p. m. at Ridgeveiw Fellowship Church, Blue Ridge, with snacks, visitation, and a short service. Dorthey was born December 28, 1926 in Tahoka, TX, to John and Annie Maude Arnold Lucus. She married Samuel Richard “Dick” Hanks in Sweetwater on June 19, 1943. They had four children, Susan, Richard, Bobby, and James. Later, she married G. Dexter Norwood on September 5, 1997 in Snyder. She was a life long Baptist and most recently a member of North College Avenue Baptist Church, Snyder. She helped build and was secretary for Hanks Oilfield Service Company until 1976. She enjoyed playing the piano and played for a number of years at North College Ave. Baptist Church, Loraine Senior Center, Colorado City Senior Center, and even occasionally at Trinity Baptist Church, Farmersville. Dorthey is survived by two sons, Richard Hanks and his wife Marta of Abilene, TX,

and James Hanks and his wife Tamara of Farmersville; soni n - l a w, L l o y d Nichols of Snyder; daughter-in-law, Sonja Hanks of Snyder; four grandchildren, Kathy and her husband Marco Giron of Abilene, Richard Wayland Hanks and his wife Thais of Abilene, and Samuel and Nathanael Hanks of Farmersville; three great-grandchildren, Noah Giron, Selah Giron, and Kayleigh Hanks; and many nieces and nephews. Precededing her in death were her parents John and Maude Lucus; sister Ruth Finch, brothers John Lucus and Joseph Lucus; spouses Samuel Richard Hanks and G. Dexter Norwood; and two children, Susan Hanks-Nichols and Bobby Hanks. Funeral services were held Saturday, January 7 at 2:00 p.m. at Bell-Cypert-Seale Funeral Home, in Snyder. She was buried at Slater Chapel Cemetery, Nolan, TX. In leu of flowers, please make donates to AmazonOutreach.org, 2001 West Plano Pkwy, Ste 2350, Plano, TX 75075

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Traditional Music Service Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Wednesday Evening 6 p.m. 7011 FM 546 Branch Community Princeton, TX 75407 972-734-3571

Cowboy Church of Collin County 2800 FM 3364 • Princeton 214-668-8147 Wes Brown, Pastor Sunday Service 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. (all ages) cowboychurchcollincounty.org

404 N. Ballard • Wylie 972-442-2765 Rev. Anthony Densmore, Pastor Monday – Saturday 9 a.m. Saturday (Vigil) 5 p.m. Sunday 7:30 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday 12:30 p.m. (Spanish) Sunday 5:30 p.m. Mass Confessions (Sat.) 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Nursery Sunday, 10:30 a.m. Mass

Saint Anthony Catholic Church affirms that all life has value and dignity from conception to natural death.

206 N. Main Street • Farmersville 972-782-7025 Rev. Tom Waitschies Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 10:50 a.m. Junior High, High School, Youth fellowship 4-6 p.m. Wednesday Kids Under Construction Kindergarten – 5th grade 3:30 - 5 p.m. Wednesday

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Climax Church of Christ

Collin County New Beginnings In Christ Church

4089 FM 1377 • Princeton, TX climaxchurchofchrist.org Kenneth Morvant, Minister Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:15 a.m.

Farmersville Church of Christ 310 Hwy 78 N • Farmersville, TX 972-784-6176 Clint Brown, Minister Bible Study 10 a.m. Worship 10:45 a.m. Evening Worship 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7 p.m.

15311 CR 668, Blue Ridge, TX 75424 P.O. Box 744, Farmersville, TX 75442 972-752-5868 Pastor David Judd Morning services - Sunday at 10:45 a.m.

Pathway Church 193 FM 547 • Farmersville 972-784-7333 Pastors Mike and Lori Phillips Children’s Church and Nursery provided for all ages Wednesday Service 7 p.m. Sunday Service 10:15 a.m.

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently approved Vaxchora, a vaccine for the prevention of cholera caused by serogroup 01 in adults 18 through 64 years of age traveling to cholera-aﬀected areas. Vaxchora is the only FDA-approved vaccine for the prevention of cholera. Vaxchora is a live, weakened vaccine that is taken as a single, oral liquid dose of approximately three fluid ounces at least 10 days before travel to a cholera-aﬀected area. Cholera, a disease caused by Vibrio cholarae bacteria, is acquired by ingesting contaminated water or food and causes a watery diarrhea that can range from mild to extremely severe. Often the infection is mild; however, severe cholera is characterized by profuse diarrhea and vomiting, leading to dehydration. It is potentially life threatening if treatment with antibiotics and fluid replacement is not initiated promptly. According to the World Health Organization, serogroup 01 is the predominant cause of cholera globally. While cholera is rare in the U.S., travelers to parts of world with inade-

quate water and sewage treatment and poor sanitation are at risk for infection. Travelers to cholera-aﬀected areas have relied on preventative strategies recommended by the CDC to protect themselves against cholera, including safe food and water practices and frequent hand washing. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted accelerated approval for Ocaliva (obeticholic acid) for the treatment of primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) in combination with ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA) in adults with an inadequate response to UDCA, or as a single therapy in adults unable to tolerate UDCA. PBC is a chronic, or long lasting, disease that causes the small bile ducts in the liver to become inflamed, damaged and ultimately destroyed. This causes bile to remain in the liver, which damages the liver cells over time, and results in cirrhosis, or scarring of the liver. As cirrhosis progresses, and the amount of scar tissue in the liver increases, the liver loses its ability to function.

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Across oneto mass human starvafourth of the globe, tion. people aren’t getIn 2011, Rinderpest ting the nutrients was declared eradicatthey need to stay ed, thanks largely to healthy, according the vaccination efforts to the newly reof public-health veterileased Global Hunnarians. By ger Index. Unfortunately, foodDr. Timothy In many counanimal veterinarians are Ogilvie, tries, the cause isn’t Dean of St. George‘s in decline. Just 17 pera lack of food -- it’s University of Veterinary cent of U.S. vets work a lack of safe food. Medicine in Grenada. with food animals at all The risk of malnu-- and only 2 percent do trition caused by so exclusively. Seventy unsafe food is increasing, as hu- percent of our nation’s veterinarman populations grow and con- ians specialize in dogs and cats. tinue to urbanize. As the demand for food rises, This public health problem this shortage could have dancan be solved -- not by doctors gerous consequences for public but by veterinarians. They’re health. To secure our future food crucial to safeguarding the supply, we must recruit and train health of animals that are the aspiring food-animal vets now. foundation of the world’s food Some institutions have taken supply. action. Earlier this year, the Unfortunately, well-trained U.S. Department of Agriculture veterinarians are in short supply pledged $2.4 million to fund edworldwide. To improve global ucation for vets who practice in food safety, that has to change. areas with veterinary medicine The world’s population will shortages. The World Organiincrease by 2.6 billion by 2050. zation for Animal Health has Feeding these billions of new programs to aid in the training mouths will require a 70 percent of veterinarians to ensure safety boost in food production -- in- of animal products as they move cluding 200 million tons of meat. across international borders. Increasing levels of urbanizaVeterinary schools are also tion will make it harder to meet attacking the problem. The the demand for animal protein. University of Georgia, North Seven in 10 people will live in Carolina State University, and cities by 2050. Even a minor Kansas State University all have disruption in the food supply for incentive programs to encourone densely populated megacity age veterinary students to specould lead to a humanitarian ca- cialize in food animals. tastrophe. Contaminated food can At St. George’s University, quickly result in malnutrition. where I teach, veterinary stuIn other words, animal health, dents adhere to the tenets of expressed through food safety, the One Health One Medicine has a significant impact on hu- Movement. The Movement proman health. Consequently, as motes a holistic view of health guardians of animal health and that emphasizes the connecfood quality, veterinarians rep- tion between animals, humans, resent a crucial part of our plan- and the environment -- with a et’s public health infrastructure. special focus on public health Vets are essential to the secu- threats through food. rity of the production of foods Our veterinary school also like eggs, milk, and meat. They emphasizes the valuable role ensure that animals are healthy vets play feeding the planet and treated humanely, whether through our dual-degree proon farms, in transit, or in slaugh- gram in veterinary medicine and terhouses. public health as well as our outFood-safety vets are also reach programs in animal and critical to warding off illnesses human health. that can kill livestock and lead But there’s more to be done. to food shortages. Veterinarians are integral to supConsider Rinderpest, or cattle plying safe, nutritious food to plague. As recently as 20 years our increasingly crowded planet. ago, epidemics of the disease We cannot allow a shortage of could wipe out 95 percent of an these health professionals to put infected herd -- and thus lead the world’s food supply at risk.

Want to govern effectively Mr. Trump? This president-elect prides himself on unpredictability. But conducting policy in an unpredictable way is the mark of a rogue state. As Mario Cuomo said, politicians campaign in poetry but have to govern in prose. Now we have a president-elect who campaigned in tweets...but still will have to govern in prose. Donald Trump showed great skill as a campaigner, steering his campaign past a slew of professional politicians who underestimated him at every turn. Now the test is whether he can govern — that is, whether he can run the United States government, conduct foreign policy in treacherous times, and reshape domestic policy to fit his goals. This requires a very different set of skills from those he showed before the election. So, like a few thousand other Americans, I’d like to give him some advice. Not on the substance of policy itself — that he’ll handle himself — but on how to be effective at achieving what he’d like to achieve. First, he has to set priorities. During the course of the campaign, according to The Washington Post, Donald Trump made 282 promises. He is not going to be able to deliver on them all. So he’ll need to set out his

conflicts for a U.S. president. Director of the Center on Congress at He will be Indiana University. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives negotiatfor 34 years. ing policy with many priorities with clarity and force. people, agencies and countries As the head of a vast federal where he or his business partestablishment, clarity of ob- ners have a bottom-line stake in jectives is crucially important what happens. in policy implementation. He If he does not fix this before cannot afford to sow confusion. he takes office, conflict-ofThough this president-elect interest charges will dog him prides himself on unpredict- throughout his presidency and ability, conducting policy in an weaken, if not cripple, his efunpredictable way is the mark fectiveness. He has to protect of a rogue state. himself from charges that his Unpredictability creates actions as president are infludoubt about what he wants to enced by his personal financial achieve — both on Capitol interests. It won’t be enough to Hill and among the vast num- put everything in a blind trust ber of people and agencies controlled by his children. As charged with carrying out his Newsweek recently pointed policies — which in turn pro- out, “every nation on Earth will duces a race by elected officials know that doing business with to fill the clarity vacuum with the Trump Organization will their own agendas and pre- one day benefit the family.” vents frontline agencies from Third, President Trump will planning. Many Americans need to keep his majorities and foreign governments have united. Given Republican domalready been unnerved by the inance of Capitol Hill, he’s in unexpected Twitter messages a strong position to get things coming from President-Elect done. But he’ll have to keep his Trump; this will only make his fellow Republicans on his side. job harder once he takes office. Some Republican leaders are Second, the president-elect already separating themselves must fix his conflict-of-interest from his attack on the CIA analchallenge. Because of the ex- ysis of Russian interference in traordinary extent of his busi- the election. Showing respect ness interests, he has an unprec- for, and reaching out to, GOP edented number of potential lawmakers will matter. By Lee H. Hamilton,

So will considering a variety of different views and treating them with respect — which is how a pluralist democracy works. Knowing how to work cooperatively and accessibly with potential allies on Capitol Hill and throughout the D.C. power structure will be crucial to making his priorities a reality. Finally, in order to do this, it’s not enough simply to say “I want this.” He has to take seriously the role of facts in the deliberative process. Members of Congress and others need to be able to defend their support for politically difficult proposals — and they cannot do this without factually based arguments. Accurate information is necessary to make sound judgments about policy. Trump’s decision not to regularly hear information from intelligence officials is worrisome. For a president to succeed, he needs to interact in a measured, sensible, reassuring way, and supply his allies with solid analysis and information, not guesses, instincts, opinions, and debunkable theories. A president who sets clear priorities, removes all doubt about potential conflicts of interest, and works responsibly with his allies on fact-driven policies can make good progress and achieve his goals.

Legislation proposes to regulate access to restrooms, locker rooms Texas now has a “bathroom bill.” The Lone Star State has joined Alabama, Kentucky, Minnesota, Missouri, South Carolina, Virginia and Washington as states where legislation has been filed in an effort to restrict access to restrooms, locker rooms and other sex-segregated facilities on the basis of sex or gender. On Jan. 5, Texas Sen. Lois Kolkhorst, R-Brenham, filed Senate Bill 6, titled the Texas Privacy Act. The legislation, she said, would address “the personal privacy concerns of many Texans.” The legislation comes after a May 13, 2016, “joint guidance” from the U.S. Departments of Education and Justice “to help provide educators the information they need to ensure that all students, including transgender students, can attend school in an environment free from discrimi-

Kolkhorst termed the federal agenMember services director for cies’ “guidance” an the Texas Press Association. “edict.” She said His column is a weekly ag“the proposal to have gregation of news about the state’s government. boys and girls potentially showering and using the same restnation based on sex.” room” alarmed the public. Under Title IX of the Educa“This bill is written not to tion Amendments of 1972, the begin a controversy, but to end federal agencies said, “schools one,” said Kolkhorst. “The Texreceiving federal money may as Privacy Act is a thoughtful not discriminate based on a stu- solution to a sensitive issue. It dent’s sex, including a student’s preserves an expected level of transgender status.” The federal privacy for our public schools agencies signaled their intent to and buildings. At the same time, treat a student’s gender identity it also allows for schools and as the student’s sex for purposes universities to make personal of enforcing Title IX. accommodations for those reHowever, last fall, U.S. Dis- questing an alternate setting. trict Judge Reed O’Connor of Senate Bill 6 also allows Texas the Northern District of Texas businesses to determine their granted an injunction against own policy without government enforcement of the federal interference.” “guidance.” The judge ruled Kolkhorst said SB 6 “is that the injunction applies not unique” in that it enhances penonly to Texas, but to all states. alties for crimes committed in By Ed Sterling

a bathroom against any individual, regardless of their sex or gender identity. Opponents of “bathroom legislation” have argued that it is unconstitutional not to accommodate transgender people and the passage of such legislation would result in negative impacts on business activity. Pablos takes office Gov. Greg Abbott on Jan. 5 appointed Rolando Pablos of El Paso as the 111th secretary of state, replacing outgoing Secretary Carlos Cascos. Pablos, a former utility regulator, is co-founder and chief executive officer of Uriel Americas. Most recently, he served as chief executive officer of the Borderplex Alliance, a binational economic development organization based on the U.S.Mexico border. Pablos formerly served as a member of the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the

Texas Racing Commission. Hegar finishes ports tour Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar on Jan. 4 announced his completion of a multi-month travel itinerary that included visits to six of Texas’ 29 ports of entry. “The vitality of Texas’ international trade can be seen everywhere, from the Houston Ship Channel, the nation’s busiest waterway, to the Laredo port of entry, whose five international bridges accommodate more than 2 million trucks and 3,600 trains each year,” Hegar said. “We reap enormous advantages from world trade every day, and for the ports tour my agency has quantified those benefits,” he continued. “We’ve found that Texas ports of entry accounted for nearly $650 billion in international trade in 2015. In all, that trade supports nearly 1.6 million Texas jobs and adds more

than $224 billion to our gross state product. It’s a vital part of the economy, and keeps it an essential destination for business and industry,” Hegar added. Revenue total is reported Comptroller Hegar on Jan. 4 announced state sales tax revenue totaled $2.44 billion in December, 4.9 percent more than in December 2015. “Sales tax revenue growth was led by collections from sectors driven by consumer spending — retail trade and information services,” Hegar said. “Tax receipts from oil– and natural gas–related sectors continued to decline relative to the previous year.” Total sales tax revenue for the three months ending in December 2016 was up by 0.6 percent compared with the same period a year ago. Sales tax revenue is the largest source of state funding for the state budget, accounting for 58 percent of all tax collections, Hegar added.

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At midnight, Jan. 1, Jim Skinner was sworn-in as the 39th Sheriff of Collin County by Sheriff (Ret.) Terry Box. Sheriff Skinner’s wife, Ellen, held the Bible on which he swore his Oath of Office. Sheriff Skinner’s father gave him the Bible before deploying on his second tour in Vietnam.

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sense out of the senselessness they face each and everyday. We ask them to investigate, capture and then jail those who prey on the weak and innocent of our society,” Skinner said. “We then ask them to confine, control, and care for the worst of those. We ask these professionals to handle all manner of crime and then deal with the broken bodies left in its wake. We ask them to break the bad news to the loved ones of the dead. We also expect them to protect our children and the elderly, but often do so short-handed and with little thanks. These professionals quietly go about their work, day-in and day-out, because they believe in serving something bigger than themselves.” Professionally, Sheriff Skinner has a lengthy history in law enforcement and criminal justice. His 24- year career includes working as a trial attorney and prosecutor with the law firm Hawash Meade Gaston Neese & Cicack, LLP. In June 1998, Skinner resigned as chief investigator for New Mexico’s Ninth Judicial DA’s office to pursue his law degree. After receiving his degree from the University of Houston Law Center in 2001, he worked as a civil lawyer in Dallas, rep-

resenting numerous juvenile victims of sexual assault. In 2007, Skinner became an Assistant District Attorney and Special Prosecutor for the Collin County Criminal District Attorney’s Office. The following year, Skinner prosecuted a DA from the DFW Metroplex for public corruption crimes that resulted in a 15-year prison sentence. He then re-entered the private sector where he consulted for complex civil litigators and corporate entities on the discovery and investigation of financially motivated criminal activity. In 2011, he then returned to the public sector and served as Collin County’s Second Assistant District Attorney and Chief of the Special Prosecution Division. Skinner’s background also includes a lengthy history of working with narcotics task forces including working as the Eastern New Mexico Narcotics Task Force Coordinator. Skinner is also an armed forces veteran, having served almost eight years as a U.S. Air Force security police dog handler, investigator and SWAT team leader/operator. He also volunteers as the crew chief on a privately owned Vietnam era U.S. Army Huey helicopter that is used to fly missions in support of Wounded Warriors and other veteran related activities across North Texas.

In the future, citizens may notice some slight changes as far as Collin County Sheriff Deputies are concerned. “There may be a slight modification to some of the uniforms,” Skinner said. However, the sheriff also said he believed in embracing the motto of “if something isn’t broke, don’t try to fix it.” One of the sheriff’s top priorities coming into the position is to make assessments of the threats to law enforcement. “2016 was a difficult year for law enforcement and we saw a 62 percent increase in deaths by gunfire,” he said. “There is no question going forward that we will have to face things with a different perspective. Unfortunately, that means spending more time and more money professionalizing our ranks.” The sheriff also plans to start a highway criminal interdiction program to help combat drugs and human trafficking. “I want to do my part to help bring down the Mexican cartels just like the other sheriffs across the state,” he said. Skinner said he also hopes to continue the tradition of having the best jail in the state of Texas. “ We are here to serve the citizens of Collin County and make sure they are safe,” he said. “Sheriff Box has done an outstanding job here and I want to carry that forward.”

Traffic stop leads to drug charges By Joe Reavis Staff Writer

news@princetonherald.com A routine traffic stop in Princeton resulted in a citation for the driver, but also in multiple drug charges against a passenger in the vehicle who was arrested and booked into jail. The traffic stop was initiated at 2:44 p.m. Jan. 2 at 893 Princeton Drive by Officer Kyle Strickland who observed that the driver of a 1997 Oldsmobile 88 failed to signal a lane change and that the rear license plate was obscured. Strickland reported that the driver, identified as Renwick El-

lis, 30, of Farmersville admitted that he did not have a driver’s license because of past traffic tickets. The officer also reported that he detected what he believed was the odor of burnt marijuana and received permission from Ellis to search the vehicle. The officer identified a passenger in the vehicle as Bobbie Leann Wing, 38, of Farmersville and also was given permission by her to search the vehicle, which she said she owned. On searching the vehicle, Strickland said he found a cigarette pack in a purse belonging to Wing and inside the pack located a “blunt,” a cigar with marijuana. Also, as he was re-

moving the suspected marijuana from the purse a small baggie containing a white, crystallized substance fell into his hand. The officer conducted a field test that showed the substance to be methamphetamine, his report showed. Additionally, he located a glass pipe in the woman’s purse believed to be used for smoking methamphetamine. Wing was arrested on charges of possession of marijuana, possession of methamphetamines and possession of drug equipment, and was booked into Collin County Detention Center. Ellis was issued a citation for driving with no driver’s license and released.

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Rachel Ortiz, 7, and her sister, Lily Ortiz, 5, gather enough of the accumulated snow Friday, Jan. 6 to build a tiny snow woman named Elsa.

NOTICE OF RATE CHANGE REQUEST On December 30, 2016, as required by order of the Public Utility Commission of Texas (“PUCT” or “Commission”) in Docket No. 45414, Sharyland Utilities, L.P. (“Sharyland”) and Sharyland Distribution & Transmission Services, L.L.C. (“SDTS”) (collectively“Applicants”), regulated electric utility companies, filed an application with the PUCT titled Amended Application of Sharyland Utilities, L.P. and Sharyland Distribution & Transmission Services, L.L.C., Statement of Intent to Change Rates, and Request for Grant of a Certificate of Convenience and Necessity and Transfer of Certificate Rights (“Amended Application”). The Amended Application requests: (1) the setting of new wholesale and retail rates that Sharyland will charge its customers; (2) the establishment of rates that SDTS will charge its only customer, Sharyland; and (3) the grant of a certificate of convenience and necessity (“CCN”) and transfer of CCN rights to SDTS. This proceeding is the first in which Sharyland’s rates will be set on a system-wide basis. The Amended Application is based on a twelve-month test year ending December 31, 2015. The Amended Application supports an increase in Sharyland’s adjusted test-year retail base rate revenues of approximately $1.4 million or 1.4 percent, exclusive of riders. Sharyland’s system-wide cost-based retail base rate revenue requirement is $101.2 million, plus an additional $2.23 million that Sharyland is seeking to recover on an annual basis through certain riders. This includes a proposal to recover $30 million for deferred costs associated with construction of the electric system in the McAllen division during its initial years of operation. As proposed, monthly delivery rates for an average residential customer consuming 1,333 kWh in the Stanton, Brady, and Celeste divisions will decrease by approximately $3.14 per month, exclusive of riders, but in McAllen and Mission they will increase by approximately $35.69 per month, exclusive of riders. The Amended Application also supports a total wholesale transmission cost of service of $147.6 million, plus an additional $3.7 million that Sharyland is seeking to recover on an annual basis through certain riders. The Amended Application also supports a total revenue requirement for SDTS of approximately $170 million. SDTS’proposed rates are lease payments that SDTS will charge only to Sharyland for leasing its transmission and distribution assets. In a new tariff for SDTS, separate rates will be provided for the leasing of transmission assets and for the leasing of distribution assets. The Amended Application also requests that the PUCT grant a CCN to SDTS and transfer rights under Sharyland’s CCNs to SDTS authorizing SDTS to own transmission and distribution assets and lease those assets to Sharyland for the provision of electric service, along with any other rights as necessary. No new facilities are being sought in the Amended Application. The Amended Application potentially affects all customers and classes of customers in Sharyland’s Stanton, Brady, Celeste, and McAllen divisions. The Amended Application also affects all customers taking service under Sharyland’s Tariff for Wholesale Transmission Service. In addition, the result could be a change in Sharyland’s transmission cost of service rates, which would impact all load serving entities in the Electric Reliability Council of Texas. The Applicants have proposed that the requested rates be made effective February 3, 2017. A complete copy of the Amended Application is available for inspection at the following locations:

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Gym to see first game Friday continued from 1A A grill featuring hamburgers and a pizza line were added with the expansion, as well as section of seating with charging ports so students can charge their cell phones and devices during lunch and break. Additional work was completed over the past 18 months

regarding a new media center, science labs and classrooms as well. “They are all functional now,” Anthony said. The circular pattern of the new additions has helped with traffic flow for students inside the building, which is the goal that the administrators had in mind. The expansion also allowed

the high school to add three additional teachers. “Without the classrooms, we would not have had a place to put them,” he said. Anthony personally invited everyone out to watch the basketball games Friday and to see the final product with the brand new gymnasium. Girls play at 6:15 p.m. and boys at 7:30 p.m.

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Crews from McKinney FD arrived with Quint ladder trucks on the scene of a fire at Walmart.

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was released to Princeton PD, an alert on the suspect and photographs of the suspect were released via social media. “From the time we released his photos until we got the first call on his location was three to five minutes,” he said. “Any doubts I’ve had about the usefulness of social media have been erased.” Law enforcement personnel were also able to obtain video from the Exxon Gas Station of the suspect filing up a container with gasoline prior to him allegedly setting the fire. Locating the suspect on CR 982, he was placed under arrest and booked into the Collin County Detention Center where he remains. An investigation into motives of Briceno-Barrientos are still under investigation by detectives as well as a total cost of damages. The suspect, according to Waters, recently moved to the Culleoka area from the northern United

States. years in jail and not more than According to Waters, a rec- 99 and a fine not to exceed onciliation report will be filed $10,000. at a later date with the total amount of loss from being closed for numerous days and financial loss from food and pharmacy supplies. Due to smoke, all produce and pharmaceutical meds must be disposed of. “We expect it to be in the millions,” he said. This cost may be added to fines accessed by the court. Walmart is expected to remain closed for several days, according to information released by corporate Walmart. The Walmart Wellness Day that was Wyndi Veigel/The Princeton Herald scheduled for SaturFirefighters from multiple departday, Jan. 14 has been ments help battle a clothing fire cancelled. Penalties for a First that was intentionally set inside Degree felony include Walmart Monday, Jan. 9 in Princnot less than five eton.

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Melissa to present challenges in district opener By David Jenkins Staff Writer

sports@princetonherald.com Jan. 12 Girls Soccer: vs Kaufman (Jan. 12-13 Panther Cup at Jackie Hendricks Stadium), 8 a.m. Girls Soccer JV: at Richardson Berkner Ice Bowl (Dec. 12-14), TBA Powerlifting: at Wylie East Meet (JV Girls), 4:30 p.m. Jan. 13 Girls Soccer: vs Pampa (Jan. 12-13 Panther Cup), 1 p.m. Girls Soccer JV: at Richardson Berker Ice Bowl (Dec. 12-14), TBA Girls Basketball: vs Melissa, 6:15 p.m. Girls Basketball JVM: vs MHS, 5 p.m. Girls Basketball JVB: vs MHS, 7 p.m. Boys Basketball: vs Melissa, 7:30 p.m. Boys Basketball JV: vs MHS, 4:30 p.m. Boys Basketball 9th: vs MHS, 5:45 p.m. Boys Soccer: at Melissa, 7:15 p.m. Jan. 14 Girls Soccer: at Panther Cup (Jan. 1214), TBA Girls Soccer JV: at Richardson Berkner Ice Bowl (Dec. 12-14), TBA

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After much preparation the District 12-3A basketball season is here. The Panthers (11-7 overall, as of Jan. 9) welcomes Melissa to town 7:30 p.m. Friday. “It should be a great envi-

ronment to play a basketball game. They are playing really well right now and they are one of the top teams in our district,” head coach Eric Lockman said. They closed out the predistrict slate Jan. 10 on the road against Paris North Lamar. Princeton returns to district action 7:30 p.m. Jan. 17 with

Aubrey. That is followed by at Celina (Jan. 20) and Anna (Jan. 24), and with Bonham (Jan. 27) to close out the first round. All games start at 7:30 p.m. One week ago, the Panthers avenged an earlier loss to HSAA with a 58-43 home win. “It was great win for us,

they beat us in the Allen Tournament. We made some adjustments and the players did a great job executing,” Lockman said. Finishing in double figures were Bradley Torres with 17 points, Jalen Ogletree had 12, Daeshon Jones scored 11 and Justin Childress totaled 10. Also helping out were Kai

Brinkerhoff with four, and Latez Barrera and Gary Ernest each poured in two. Subvarsity report The junior team beat HSAA 55-51 and freshmen won 4744. Both teams traveled Jan. 10 to North Lamar and open district Friday with Melissa.

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Jan. 16 Boys Basketball 7th/8th: vs Bonham, TBA Jan. 17 Girls Soccer: vs Reedy, 7:15 p.m. Girls Soccer JV: vs Reedy, 5 p.m. Girls Basketball: vs Aubrey, 6:15 p.m. Girls Basketball JVM: vs AHS, 5 p.m. Boys Basketball: vs Aubrey, 7:30 p.m. Boys Basketball JV: vs AHS, 4:30 p.m. Boys Basketball 9th: vs AHS, 5:45 p.m. Boys Soccer: at Liberty, 7:15 p.m. Boys Soccer JV: at Liberty, 5:30 p.m. Jan. 19 Girls Basketball 7th/8th: at Bonham, TBA Girls Soccer: vs Fredericksburg (Jan. 19-21 Georgetown Governors Cup), 2 p.m. Boys Soccer: vs Dallas Molina (Jan. 1921 RISD Ice Bowl), 6:20 p.m. Jan. 20 Girls Soccer: vs Dripping Springs (Jan. 19-21 Georgetown Governors Cup), 2 p.m. Boys Soccer: vs Dallas Lincoln (Jan. 19-21 RISD Ice Bowl), 5:10 p.m. Girls Basketball: at Celina, 6:15 p.m. Girls Basketball JVM: at CHS, 5 p.m. Boys Basketball: at Celina, 7:30 p.m. Boys Basketball JV: at CHS, 4:30 p.m. Boys Basketball 9th: at CHS, 5:45 p.m. Jan. 21 Girls Soccer: vs Burnett (Jan. 19-21 Georgetown Governors Cup), 2 p.m. Boys Soccer: vs Dallas Carter (Jan. 19-21 RISD Ice Bowl), 8:30 a.m. Powerlifting: at Princeton Meet (Boys-Girls), 9 a.m.

Fishing report

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Pablo Romero looks to maintain possession of the ball against a Burkburnett defender last Saturday. For the full story see page 4B.

Lake Lavon Water stained to muddy; 82– 86 degrees: 5.16’ high. Black bass are slow on buzzbaits, buzz frogs and Texas rigged creature baits near shallow cover. White bass are slow on slabs. Crappie are fair on minnows and jigs. Catfish are fair on trotlines and prepared bait.

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Lady Panthers start off with win By David Jenkins Staff Writer

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Lake Ray Hubbard Water stained; 81–84 degrees; 0.12’ high. Black bass are fair on Yellow Magic poppers, small plastic swimbaits and Texas rigged soft plastics. Crappie are good on minnows. White bass are good on slabs and minnows. Hybrid striper are good on slabs and minnows. Catfish are slow on trotlines.

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Nakeitra Mack looks to score last Saturday against Anna during the District 12-4A opener at PHS.

Princeton girls basketball is set to dive into District 12-4A action. The Lady Panthers (15-7 overall, 1-0 in district, as of Jan. 9) traveled Jan. 10 to Bonham. Melissa comes to town Friday for a 6:15 p.m. contest in the new gym. “We have to do better with taking care of the ball and making better decisions,” head coach Meaghan Hodapp said. “We have to be able to capitalize on their mistakes and control the flow of the game.”

Contests left in the first round are with Aubrey (Jan. 17), and at Celina (Jan. 20). Tip offs are at 6:15 p.m. One week ago, Princeton opened district with a 43-31 win over visiting Anna. “It’s good to get a win. The way I see it, we have to be at our best all the time, and we weren’t against Anna. We had too many unforced turnovers,” Hodapp said. Nakeitra Mack led all scorers with 17 points. Followed by Shelbi Cook (nine), Ryleigh Aungst (seven), Alyssa Rivera (six), Tristan Lloyd (two), Nia Crawford and Natalee Hooper (each had one). The Lady Panthers wrapped

up the non-district slate a couple of days earlier in a 38-32 loss against Glen Rose at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. Scoring were Lloyd and Rivera (each chipped in seven), Cook and Mack (each had five), Amanda Peters (four), Aungst and Hooper (each recorded two). Subvarsity report The junior varsity black fell 57-45 to visiting McMillen and opened district with a 4524 win over Anna. The white squad won 31-19 against Anna. Princeton’s black team played Jan. 10 at Bonham and Friday face visiting Melissa.

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Lady Panthers prepare to break the huddle last Saturday before the District 12-4A opener with Anna at Princeton.

Nia Crawford leaves two defenders behind for a score.

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sports@princetonherald.com Princeton boys soccer played host to seven programs in a season-opening tournament at Jackie Hendricks Stadium. The Panthers (2-1 overall, as of Jan. 9) finished third with 18 points. Ahead of them were Terrell with 23 and Crandall recorded 21. David Chavira and Eugenio Cervantez were named to the all-tournament team. Rounding out the standings were Anna (13 points), Decatur (11), Bonham and Community (each with eight), and Burkburnett (seven). They picked up wins over Decatur 5-1 and Burkburnett 2-0, and fell 1-0 against Crandall. “Overall, I’m pleased with the effort and progress we made during the tournament. We gave up the least amount of goals and scored the second most points,” head coach Kent Ackmann said. “Our seniors stepped up and played extremely well in our last match versus Burkburnett. If the weather cooperated and the schedule remained the same, we would’ve been playing Terrell in the semifinals for a chance to play in the finals.” Princeton plays Melissa at 7:15 p.m. Friday in a non-district match. They travel 7:15 p.m. Jan. 17 to Frisco Liberty and compete Jan. 19-21 in the Richardson ISD Ice Bowl. Matches in the tournament are against Dallas ISD’s Molina (6:20 p.m. Jan. 19 at Pearce High School), Lincoln (5:10 p.m. Jan.

Orlando Arzate (13) controls possession versus Burkburnett in a match Saturday.

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news@princetonherald.com Hwy. 380 was shut down for more than six hours Monday, March 6 after a multiple vehicle wreck resulted in a double fatality. According to preliminary investigation information released by DPS Public Information Officer Lonny Haschel, troopers were called to the scene at around 2:16 p.m. to a crash on Hwy. 380 approximately a quarter mile east of County Road 330. Preliminary information indicates that a white SUV was traveling west on Hwy. 380 in the right lane. For an undetermined reason, the SUV side swiped a

west bound Dodge pickup in the left lane. The pickup then crossed into the eastbound lanes and hit a tan Chevrolet Suburban head-on. The suburban was then struck by an eastbound tanker truck. The tanker truck rolled on its side. There were multiple injuries sustained by the occupants of the various vehicles and at least two were taken by air ambulance to area hospitals. McKinney FD, McKinney PD, DPS, TxDOT, American Medical Response, Princeton PD and Lowry Crossing Volunteer Fire Department responded to the scene. See FATALITY page 2A

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Traffic in the Princeton and McKinney area was snarled for more than six hours after a four-car, multiple fatality accident occurred on Hwy. 380 near CR 330, west of Bridgefarmer Road.

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Godwin Elementary School second graders have a conversation with Firefighter Chris Hanley. The process allows the students to get to know the firefighters and how they look and sound in full gear. They are then less likely to hide from firefighters in a fire. Additional photos pg. 6A.

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news@princetonherald.com Those having problems qualifying for home loans in the Collin County area need to look no further courtesy of USDA Rural Development. The organization, which was previously called the Farmers Home Administration, has a long history of helping those inside rural areas. According to Community Program Specialist Angela Woods, a family of four who has an adjusted income of $57,350 may be eligible for their rural home loan program. The program, which is also know as Section 502 Direct Loan Program, is available to assist low- and very-lowincome applicants obtain de-

cent, safe and sanitary housing by providing payment assistance to increase an applicant’s repayment ability. In order to apply, applicants must be without decent, safe and sanitary housing, be unable to obtain a loan from other resources, agree to occupy the property as their primary residence, have the legal capacity to incur a loan obligation, meet citizenship or eligible non-citizenship requirements and not be suspended from participating in federal programs. “One problem that we are having in Collin County is finding homes that are valued under our loan limits,” Woods said. Currently, the loan limit for Collin County is $172,300 and finding decent housing under this limit has been an

ever-increasing issue for the organization. Woods stated that the loan limits did increase last year and are anticipated to continue increasing over the next several years. Applications for 502 housing are accepted year round through local rural development offices. Another program that is offered is the Section 504 Home Repair program, which provides loans to low income homeowners to repair, improve or modernize their homes or to remove health and safety hazards from elderly individual’s homes. In order to apply for this program, applicants must be the homeowner and occupy the house, be unable to obtain See USDA page 2A

Princeton residents are invited to sign up this week to participate in the first class of Princeton Police Department Citizens Police Academy set for Monday, March 27. Deadline to register is Friday, March 10. Registration forms can be picked up at the police department, 306 N. Main Street, and are available online at the department Facebook page. Maximum enrollment is 18 because of space constraints. “The academy provides our citizens an insight as to how the department operates,” Police Chief James Waters said. Alumni of the Citizens Police Academy will be offered the opportunity to participate in a Citizens on Patrol program to be started later. “It gets an extra set of eyes and ears on the streets,” Waters said of the COPS program. Academy classes will be held for 12 weeks each Monday from 7 p.m. until 9:30 p.m.

at the police department. Requirements for academy registration are that applicants must be 21 years of age, a resident or business owner in Princeton, have no convictions for assault, weapons, or narcotics charges and must not have been convicted of a felony within the past 15 years. On receipt of an application, a thorough background check will be completed. Successful applicants will be extended an invitation to attend the academy. Waters said that the department has tried to put together police academy classes for the past couple of years but did not receive enough interest. He reported that they need 10-12 applicants to offer the classes. The chief asked that applicants make sure that they can commit to the minimum 16 to 20 hours of classroom instruction and the classroom times. Anyone with questions about the academy is encouraged to contact Officer Courtney Raney at 972-736-3901 or CRaney@princetonpd.com.

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Princeton’s Iris Carrillo controls the ball against a Community Lady Brave last Friday during District 114A competition on Senior Night. For the full story and additional photos see this week’s Sports.

Thursday, March 9, 2017

Princeton Police blotter The Collin County Sheriff’s Office has released the Princeton Police Department blotter for Feb. 23 – March 2. Calls for security watches, building checks, traffic stops and traffic enforcement areas have been omitted. Feb. 23 • 07:43 welfare check, 4402 CR 444 • 08:12 ISD ofcr. check, 600 Mabel Ave. • 08:14 welfare check, 10074 CR 1110 • 08:36 ISD ofcr. check,1019 N. 6th St. • 08:48 ISD ofcr. check, 8080 CR 398 • 09:09 ISD ofcr. check,1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 09:14 ISD ofcr. check, 301 Panther Pkwy. • 09:32 arrest, W. Princeton Dr. / Princeton Oaks Dr. • 09:38 follow up invest., 306 Main St. • 10:23 juv. pblm., 301 Panther Pkwy. • 10:36 ISD ofcr. check, 1019 N. 6th St. • 11:22 ISD ofcr. check, 301 Panther Pkwy. • 13:20 juv. pblm., 301 5th St. • 13:24 ISD ofcr. check, 2101 Forest Meadow Dr. • 13:34 ISD ofcr. check, 600 Mabel Ave. • 13:40 follow up invest., 105 E. Princeton Dr. • 13:44 ISD ofcr. check, 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 14:06 ISD ofcr. check, 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 14:21 juv. pblm., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 14:32 follow up invest., 2101 Forest Meadow Dr. • 14:34 narc. invest., 830 E. Princeton Dr. • 15:19 minor acdt., Bois D’ Arc Ave ./ Caldwell St. • 15:34 fraud report, 306 Main St. • 16:18 minor hit and run, 103 W. Princeton Dr. • 17:08 minor acdt., N. 2nd St. / W. Princeton Dr. • 18:04 agency asst., 509 Beene St. • 18:24 arrest, 112 W. Princeton Dr. • 19:11 follow up invest., 1000 E. Princeton Dr . • 19:45 tresp., 705 E. Princeton Dr. • 21:25 animal cmpl., 110 Cottonwood Dr. • 22:37 aud. alarm, 2170 W. Princeton Dr. • 23:25 follow up invest., 1111 Bellevue Dr. Feb. 24 • 04:01 first resp., 100 Yorkshire St. • 06:01 susp. circ., 701 E. Princeton Dr. • 07:24 ISD ofcr. check, 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 07:35 ISD ofcr. check, 301 Panther Pkwy. • 07:56 ISD ofcr. check, 8080 CR 398 • 08:08 juv. pblm., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 08:58 minor acdt., Monte Carlo Blvd. / W. Princeton Dr. • 09:06 ISD ofcr. check, 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 09:28 ISD ofcr. check, 600 Mabel Ave. • 09:53 agency asst., CR 490 / E. Princeton Dr. • 10:27 follow up info., 600 Mabel Ave. • 10:27 sex. aslt. of a child, address omitted • 10:45 ISD ofcr. check, 301 Panther Pkwy. • 11:19 ISD ofcr. check, 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 11:32 asslt., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 12:00 follow up info., 301 Panther Pkwy. • 12:21 ISD ofcr. check, 1019 N. 6th St. • 13:05 follow up info., 306 Main St. • 13:29 juv. pblm., 1019 N. 6th St. • 13:38 ISD ofcr. check, 224 E. College St. • 14:07 follow up invest., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 14:21 follow up invest., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 14:49 welfare check, 222 N. 2nd St. • 16:22 minor acdt., 200 E. Princeton Dr. • 17:24 rd. hazard, E. Princeton Dr. / S. 2nd St. • 18:18 follow up info., 306 Main St. • 19:22 noise dist., 1107 N. 6th St. • 20:05 dom. dist., 1104 Grace Dr. • 21:13 dom. dist., 915 Meadow Tr. • 22:05 aud. alarm, 2170 W. Princeton Dr. • 22:17 follow up info., 915 Meadow Tr. • 22:18 susp. circ., 1400 Princeton Meadows Blvd. Feb. 25 • 00:00 agency asst., CR 444 / CR 392 • 00:15 noise dist., 1809 Fairbanks Dr. • 01:19 susp. veh., 1530 N. 4th St. • 03:20 rd. hazard, E. Princeton Dr. / CR 559 • 05:19 theft just occurred, 103 W. Princeton Dr. • 11:36 follow up info., 112 W. Princeton Dr. • 12:50 follow up info., 1104 Grace Dr. • 13:03 agency asst., Monte Carlo Blvd. / Riviera Dr. • 16:58 dom. dist., 915 Meadow Tr. • 17:27 civil pblm., 408 E. Princeton Dr. • 17:47 civil pblm., 1320 Englemann Dr. • 18:42 veh. fire, E. Princeton Dr. / CR 490 • 20:16 warr. serv., 208 Wood St. • 20:58 agency asst., N. 4th St. / E. Princeton Dr.

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• 22:09 citizen contact, N. 4th St. / Mabel Ave. • 22:26 aud. alarm, 1650 W. Princeton Dr. • 22:43 susp. person, 105 E. Princeton Dr. • 23:53 aud. alarm, 2170 W. Princeton Dr. Feb. 26 • 01:21 susp. veh., 893 E. Princeton Dr. • 01:51 agency asst., 112 W. Princeton Dr. • 02:11 susp. veh., 103 W. Princeton Dr. • 05:50 susp. circ., 1424 N. 6th St. • 07:22 motor. asst., CR 458 / E. Princeton Dr. • 09:35 first resp., 830 E. Princeton Dr. • 10:19 open dr., 514 Creekside • 11:01 follow up info., 306 Main St. • 12:03 follow up info., 992 Collin Cir. • 13:17 motor. asst., 408 E. Princeton Dr. • 13:51 child abuse report, address omitted • 14:03 aud. alarm, 2160 W. Princeton Dr. • 14:32 reck. drvr., 701 W. Princeton Dr. • 14:57 agency asst., 115 Meadow View Dr. • 17:28 agency asst., 2577 CR 332 • 19:06 public asst., 500 E. Hazelwood St. • 19:41 agency asst., Beech St. / S. Main St. • 21:35 susp. veh., 201 W. Gantt St. • 21:47 susp. circ., 201 W. Gantt St. • 21:58 animal cruelty, 125 W. Gantt St.

• 13:38 rd. hazard, Waterview Dr. / W. Princeton Dr. • 13:50 child abuse report, address omitted • 14:03 follow up info., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 14:17 ISD ofcr. check, 1019 N. 6th St. • 15:01 follow up info., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 15:31 susp. circ., Prairie Creek Cir. / Prairie Creek Dr. • 15:46 asslt., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 18:00 susp. circ., 1707 White Mountain Way • 18:24 runaway report, 2045 Shady Glen Tr. • 20:31 agency asst., 7813 Meadow Glen Dr. • 21:34 road rage, E. Princeton Dr. / Monte Carlo Blvd. • 22:48 noise dist., 500 W. College St. • 23:45 agency asst., 9744 PR 5385

Feb. 27 • 00:46 noise dist., 100 W. Willow Ln. • 00:55 noise dist., 2135 Meadow View Dr. • 02:18 susp. circ., 705 E. Princeton Dr. • 06:22 reck. drvr., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 06:46 minor acdt., W. Princeton Dr. / Monte Carlo Blvd. • 07:53 ISD ofcr. check, 2101 Forest Meadow Dr. • 08:15 ISD ofcr. check, 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 08:27 juv. pblm., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 08:45 follow up info., 2101 Forest Meadow Dr. • 08:50 ISD ofcr. check, 600 Mabel Ave. • 09:01 minor hit and run, 1714 White Mountain Way • 09:04 ISD ofcr. check, 301 Panther Pkwy. • 09:13 juv. pblm., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 09:16 ISD ofcr. check, 8080 CR 398 • 10:54 juv. pblm., 8080 CR 398 • 12:02 asslt., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 12:30 noise dist., 901 N. 6th St. • 12:34 asslt., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 12:38 ISD ofcr. check, 301 Panther Pkwy. • 13:26 first resp., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 13:55 juv. pblm., 301 Panther Pkwy. • 14:03 ISD ofcr. check, 224 E. College St. • 14:05 follow up info., 2170 W. Princeton Dr. • 14:07 juv. pblm., 224 E. College St. • 14:26 ISD ofcr. check, 1019 N. 6th St. • 14:44 theft, 701 W. Princeton Dr. • 14:46 harass., 302 - A W. Princeton Dr. • 14:47 follow up info., 1019 N. 6th St. • 15:17 minor hit and run, 306 Main St. • 15:29 theft, 300 Rock Ct. • 15:48 susp. circ., 301 Panther Pkwy. • 15:56 aband. veh., Princeton Meadows Blvd. / Hidden Meadow Ln. • 16:06 follow up info., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 17:21 susp. veh., 1002 Meadow Green Ct. • 19:14 motor. asst., N. 6th St. / E. College Ave. • 21:06 susp. veh., W. Princeton Dr. / N. 2nd St. • 21:14 motor. asst., 112 W. Princeton Dr. • 21:52 arrest, 306 Main St. • 22:19 welfare check, 165 - 21 S. 4th St. • 23:57 susp. veh., W. Princeton Dr. / Creekview Dr. Feb. 28 • 02:29 agency asst., 815 McKinney St. • 04:15 susp. person, 208 E. Willow Ln. • 06:28 DWI, Monte Carlo Blvd. / W. Princeton Dr. • 07:48 rd. hazard, E. Princeton Dr. / S. 2nd St. • 07:52 ISD ofcr. check, 301 Panther Pkwy. • 08:07 rd. hazard, N. 2nd St. / E. Hwy. 380 • 08:58 ISD ofcr. check, 600 Mabel Ave. • 09:14 warr. serv., 908 Town Square • 09:38 ISD ofcr. check, 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 09:47 juv. pblm., N. 4th St. / Woody Dr. • 09:48 juv. pblm., 600 Mabel Ave. • 09:49 narc. invest., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 10:20 suicide threat, address omitted • 11:12 motor. asst., FM 75 / E. Monte Carlo Blvd. • 11:16 follow up info., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 11:20 follow up info., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 12:08 arrest, 950 S. Central Expy. • 12:57 susp. circ., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 13:22 follow up info., 1000 E. Princeton Dr.

Mar. 1 • 00:04 susp. circ., 489 S. 2nd St. • 01:59 aband. veh., 893 E. Princeton Dr. • 04:25 motor. asst., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 07:25 ISD ofcr. check, 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 07:32 ISD ofcr. check, 301 Panther Pkwy. • 07:44 susp. veh., Tickey Dr. / E. Hwy. 380 • 08:23 ISD ofcr. check, 600 Mabel Ave. • 08:25 ISD ofcr. check, 600 Mabel Ave. • 08:32 rd. hazard, W. Princeton Dr. / Beauchamp Blvd. • 09:07 follow up info., 600 Mabel Ave. • 09:10 ISD ofcr. check, 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 09:24 juv. pblm., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 09:58 follow up info., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 10:20 follow up info., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 10:36 ISD ofcr. check, 8080 CR 398 • 11:21 follow up info., 8080 CR 398 • 11:27 ISD ofcr. check, 301 Panther Pkwy. • 12:12 ISD ofcr. check, 2101 Forest Meadow Dr. • 12:50 juv. pblm., 2101 Forest Meadow Dr. • 12:58 ISD ofcr. check, 224 E. College St. • 13:21 follow up info., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 13:28 follow up info., 224 E. College St. • 13:32 ISD ofcr. check, 600 Mabel Ave. • 13:52 welfare check, 420 Red Buoy Cv. • 14:28 ISD ofcr. check, 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 14:34 juv. pblm., 600 Mabel Ave. • 14:55 follow up info., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 15:00 minor acdt., Bois D’ Arc Ave. / Caldwell St. • 16:18 agency asst., 3750 FM 982 • 17:05 reck. drvr., E. University Dr. / Airport Dr. • 17:22 animal cmpl., 310 Thin Leaf Dr. • 17:24 follow up info., 306 Main St. • 17:57 follow up info., 1206 Pine Forest Dr. • 18:13 mental pblm., 691 E. Princeton Dr. • 18:56 minor acdt., Monte Carlo Blvd. / Palermo Ct. • 19:59 animal cmpl., 309 College St. • 19:58 agency asst., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. Mar. 2 • 00:48 susp. person, Toledo Bend Dr. / Lavaca Dr. • 03:17 aband. veh., 2106 Forest Meadow Dr. • 03:27 aband. veh., 1810 Arbordale Way • 07:27 ISD ofcr. check, 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 07:28 ISD ofcr. check, 301 Panther Pkwy. • 08:44 parking viol., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 08:52 ISD ofcr. check, 8080 CR 398 • 09:13 follow up info., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 09:32 follow up info., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 10:14 susp. circ., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 10:36 ISD ofcr. check, 600 Mabel Ave. • 11:34 ISD ofcr. check, 301 Panther Pkwy. • 12:07 fraud, 306 Main St. • 12:25 asslt., 301 Panther Pkwy. • 12:26 follow up info., 301 Panther Pkwy. • 12:44 ISD ofcr. check, 2101 Forest Meadow Dr. • 12:46 follow up info., 1000 E. Princeton Dr. • 13:10 juv. pblm., N. 3rd St. / Jefferson Ave. • 13:19 ISD ofcr. check, 600 Mabel Ave. • 13:29 ISD ofcr. check, 2101 Forest Meadow Dr. • 13:33 civil pblm., 2101 Forest Meadow Dr. • 13:38 juv. pblm., 600 Mabel Ave. • 13:56 juv. pblm., 700 Bois D’Arc Ave. • 14:35 reck. drvr., E. University Dr. / Monte Carlo Blvd. • 14:48 follow up info., 321 Panther Pkwy. • 15:52 susp. person, 231 Tickey Dr. • 16:12 minor acdt., 123 W. Princeton Dr. • 17:43 burg., 708 Park Place Ridge • 18:47 warr. serv., 500 - 106 E. Hazelwood St. • 18:52 follow up info., 708 Park Place Ridge • 19:32 cust. dist., 1807 W. Audie Murphy Pkwy. • 21:07 theft, 691 E. Princeton Dr. • 21:20 dist., 911 Park Place Ridge

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Numerous individuals stopped to render aid after the accident occurred, according to news reports. The identities and numbers of victims have not been released by DPS as of presstime.

Hwy. 380 remained closed til almost 9 p.m. and traffic was detoured down FM 1827/ New Hope Road. Further information regarding this accident will be featured online at www.princetonherald.com and in next week’s edition.

Collin College to host trustee candidate forum The Collin College Faculty Council invites the public to a forum for the candidates in the May 6 Collin College Board of Trustees election. The forum will be at 2:30 p.m., Friday, March 17 in the Collin Higher Education Center Board Room. “As educators, we strive to advance our students as critical thinkers, engaged learners, and competent contributors to society,” said Faculty Council President Regina Hughes. “Further, we know building and sustaining a strong, vibrant, and innovative center of academic excellence requires visionary leadership. To this end, and in the spirit of cultivating an informed citizenry, the Collin College Faculty Council is proud to

facilitate this Trustees Candidate Forum as we hear citizen leaders present their vision for the future of Collin College and the communities in which we serve.” The candidates, listed in the order they will appear on the May 6 ballot, are: Place 1 (six-year term) – Greg Gomel and Fred Moses; Place 2 (six-year term) – Nancy Wurzman and Jeri Landfair Chambers; Place 3 (six-year term) – Dr. Stacey Donald and Larry Wainwright; Place 5 (two-year term) – Dr. Raj Menon. The Collin Higher Education Center is located at 3452 Spur 399 in McKinney. Contact Hughes at rhughes@collin.edu for more information about the candidate’s forum.

USDA Rural Development seeks to help those in need continued from 1A affordable credit elsewhere, have a family income below 50 percent of the area median income and for grants, be 62 or older and not be able to repay a repair loan. The maximum loan is $20,000 and the maximum grant is $7,500. They may be combined for a total of $27,500 in assistance. Grants must be used to remove health and safety hazards. Applications are available year round as long as funding is available and are processed in the order they are received. Those who live in Princeton, Farmersville, Nevada, Lavon, Prosper, Celina, Anna, Melissa, Westminister and Blue Ridge may be eligible for both the 502 and 504 programs.

Another program that Woods said many people do not realize is there is the community facilities direct loan and grant program, otherwise known as Program 101. This program is available for public bodies and community-based nonprofit corporations. Communities must have less than 20,000 in population to qualify for the program. Examples of things funded with this program include town halls, courthouses, street improvements, community centers, fire departments, police vehicles, fire trucks, museums, libraries and food systems such as food pantries or community gardens. For more information about these programs go to www. rd.usda.gov/tx or call the McKinney office at 972-5420081.

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PHARMACY TOPICS A team of researchers has discovered that aspirin use is associated with a significantly reduced risk of developing bile duct cancer, also called cholangiocarcinoma. The results are published in Hepatology. The study found that individuals who took aspirin had more than a two-and-a-half to three-and-a-half-fold lesser chance of developing bile duct cancer, compared to individuals who did not take aspirin. Bile duct cancer is an uncommon cancer that forms in the slender tubes (bile ducts) that carry digestive fluid through the liver. The disease occurs mostly in people over 50 and can cause symptoms, such as yellowing of the skin and eyes, intense itchiness of the skin, and white stools. Bile duct cancer is an aggressive type of cancer that progresses quickly and is diﬃcult to treat. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has warned about the risk for serious bleeding that comes with over-thecounter (OTC) aspirin-containing antacids

for heartburn, acid indigestion, and sour or upset stomach. It’s not a new warning. In 2009, the FDA added the risk for serious bleeding to the labels of all OTC products, including antacids, that contain aspirin and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). However, the agency said in a news release today that it has received reports of eight serious bleeding events associated with aspiring-containing antacids since 2009. In each case, the patient landed in the hospital. Serious bleeding is more likely for patients who are older than 60 years of age; have a history of stomach ulcers or bleeding problems; take an anticoagulant or steroid medicine; take another drug containing NSAID; or drink three or more alcoholic beverages each day. Consumers considering an OTC antacid should study the label to see whether it contains aspirin. There are OTC products without aspirin that also can relieve their stomach problems, the agency noted.

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The Collin County Grand Jury released the following indictments March 2 based on cases originally filed by the Princeton Police Department.

James David Melton for assault-bodily injury against a family/house member, two within 12 months (Third Degree felony.)

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John Fleeman John (OJ) Fleeman, 62, of Garland, TX. passed away on March 5, 2017 in Richardson, TX. John was born in Cedar Hill, TX. on May 22, 1954 to Charlie Collin and Lois (Hamm) Fleeman. He worked for the City of Princeton in the Public Works Department and was loved by all who knew him and worked with him. He is survived by his loving wife, Kay; two sons; one daughter; one brother; and three sisters. He was preceded in death by his parents. A public visitation will be held Friday March 10, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

at Charles W. Smith & Sons in Princeton, TX. Services will be held Saturday M a r c h 11, 2017 at 12:00 p.m. at the J.M. Caldwell Sr. Community Park Pavilion in Princeton, TX. Burial will follow at Hico Cemetety in Hico,TX at 3:30 p.m. He will always be loved and missed. Services are under the direction of Charles W. Smith and Sons in Sachse.

Dell Edward James 02/12/1946 - 03/03/2017

Dell James was born to parents Fred and Rachel James in Beaumont, Texas. The family relocated to Dallas. In 1959, Dell moved to Farmersville, Texas, where he spent the rest of his life. Dell was a multiple-sport varsity athlete at Farmersville High School and graduated in 1964. He then attended East Texas State College (now Texas A&M University, Commerce) where he earned a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Psychology. Dell became the young owner of a Western Auto franchise in Farmersville and was active in community services, the volunteer fire department, and the Masonic Lodge, where he became a Master Mason. At the time of his passing, Dell was just months shy of earning his 50 year pin. After closing Western Auto, Dell embarked on a career in transportation and truck leasing, routinely winning Salesman of the Year for Ryder and Bright. Dell then went into business for himself once again, as an excise tax

and truckleasing consultant. Preceded in death by his parents, Dell is survived by his wife B e c k y, mother-in- The man with law, Joy the big heart. Summerour, brother Ray James, his three children (Dell never used the word step-children) Dell Edward James II, Michael Kelley and Melissa Grabowski. Dell also leaves behind eleven grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Graveside services were held March 7 at IOOF Cemetary in Farmersville, Tx. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Farmersville Masonic Lodge #214, P.O. Box 667, Farmersville, Texas 75442 (Contacts are Michael Cross at 214-7697348 or Robbie Tedford at Tedford Chevrolet).

Christina Marie Olson Christina Marie Olson, age 41, of Farmersville, Texas, passed away on March 4, 2017 at her residence. She was born on November 25, 1975 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She worked in sales and her favorite, was working at Harley Davidsons. She was a Christian. Christina is survived by her husband, Mark Rogers; daughters, Shiloh Ivie and Cheyenne Rogers; step-son, Blake Rogers and his wife Michelle; stepdaughter, Misty Che` Rogers; grandchildren, Cameron Rogers, Emery Rogers, and Chelynn Palmer; parents, Pat and David Olson; foster-mother, Terri Salla and her husband

Michael; and brother, Scott Olson. She was preceded in death by her mother, Linda Marie Torkelson Hogue. A visitation was held on Wednesday, March 8, 2017 from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. at Hurst’s Fielder Baker Funeral Home, 107 N. Washington Street, Farmersville, Texas. Graveside services and burial followed in I. O. O. F. Cemetery in Farmersville, Texas.

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Wesley Gene Talley Wesley Gene Talley, 68, of Princeton died Sunday, March 5, 2017. He was born November 8, 1948, in McKinney to Orville Talley and Lily Steele. He married Arnetta Mae Kindle on May 24, 1969, in McKinney. He is survived by his wife, Arnetta Talley of Princeton; two sons, Brandon Gene Talley and Shawn Wesley Talley, both of Princeton; two grandsons, Chad Ryan Talley and Brandon Weston Talley, both of Princeton; a great granddaughter, Ashlynn Gloria Talley; a brother, David Talley of Houston; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Angie Kirkwood; and brother, Dale Mead. Friends and family are invited to a gathering to remember Wesley, which will be come and go from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, March 9, at Smith’s Funeral Home, 660 E. Princeton Dr. Wesley is a veteran of the Vietnam War, where he served as a member of the Army.

Freida Bee Welborn Mrs. Freida Bee Welborn of Mount Pleasant, Texas (formerly of Princeton, Texas) passed away March 4, 2017 in Longview, Texas at the age of 79. She was born June 4, 1937 in Blue Ridge, Texas to John Wilson & Nettie (Hollis) McCarley. Freida married Alvin Clayton Welborn June 4, 1954 in Leonard, Texas. She worked many years raising her family and was a member of the Northridge Church of Christ in Mount Pleasant. She is survived by her six children, Randy Welborn and Carrie of Boise, ID, Rhonda Hawkins and Ray of Marietta, GA, Bradley Welborn and Danielle of Livingston, TX, Tammie Lewis and Doug of Rosenberg, TX, Jon Welborn and Carol of Pittsburg, TX, Jeff Welborn and Monica of Mount Pleasant, TX; 16 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; three brothers, Woodley McCarley, Lloyd Wayne McCarley, Ricky McCarley; and three sisters, Helen Sue Morrison, Carol Short and Charlotte Trimble. Freida is proceeded in death

by her parents, John Wilson & Nettie Hollis McCarley; husband, Clayton We l b o r n ; brothers, J. R. McCarley; Troy Lee McCarley; sisters-in-laws, Wanda McCarley, Faye McCarley & Dorothy McCarley and nephew Tommy McCarley. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 9, 2017, at the Northridge Church of Christ, 212 Burton Road, Mount Pleasant, Texas 75455. A committal graveside service will follow at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 9, 2017 at Ridgeview Memorial Park, 2525 Central Expressway North, Allen, TX 75013. The family will receive guests the hour prior to both services. Donations in her memory can be made to: Hannah’s Hope Children’s Home, P.O. Box 351, Livingston, TX 77351

Ruby Mae Porter has arrived!

Jay and Jordan Porter are proud to announce the birth of their first daughter, Ruby Mae Porter. Ruby Mae arrived February 26, 2017 at 5:27 p.m. at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital of Plano. She was premature, at only 34 weeks, weighing in at 4 lbs and 6.6 oz, and measured 17.5 inches in length. The proud grandparents are Clint Wolfe, Kelly and Billy Jackson, Todd Porter,

and Kim and Ben Richardson. Ruby is currently in the NICU but she is a fierce little girl and is doing well. To follow Ruby Mae’s journey go to www.caringbridge.com/visit/rubymaeporter A special thank you to Dr. Kimberlea Roe as well as Labor and Delivery nurses Laura and Jaren. Jordan, Jay and Ruby couldn’t have done this without you.

Church Directory Assemblies of God

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Catholic

Methodist

Grace Fellowship Church

Bethlehem Baptist Church

St. Anthony Catholic Church

First United Methodist Church of Farmersville

Baptist Altoga Baptist Church 6594 FM 1827 • McKinney 972-542-2727 Sam Tullock, Pastor Sunday school 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Small Church with Big Heart

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Faith Baptist Church 1306 N 6th Street • Princeton 972-736-3733 Sunday School 9:15 a.m. Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Service 6:30 p.m. faithprinceton.org

First Baptist Church BRANCH

Traditional Music Service Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Wednesday Evening 6 p.m. 7011 FM 546 Branch Community Princeton, TX 75407 972-734-3571

Cowboy Church of Collin County 2800 FM 3364 • Princeton 214-668-8147 Wes Brown, Pastor Sunday Service 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. (all ages) cowboychurchcollincounty.org

Saint Anthony Catholic Church affirms that all life has value and dignity from conception to natural death.

Church of Christ

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Climax Church of Christ

Collin County New Beginnings In Christ Church

4089 FM 1377 • Princeton, TX climaxchurchofchrist.org Kenneth Morvant, Minister Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:15 a.m.

Farmersville Church of Christ 310 Hwy 78 N • Farmersville, TX 972-784-6176 Clint Brown, Minister Bible Study 10 a.m. Worship 10:45 a.m. Evening Worship 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7 p.m.

15311 CR 668, Blue Ridge, TX 75424 P.O. Box 744, Farmersville, TX 75442 972-752-5868 Pastor David Judd Morning services - Sunday at 10:45 a.m.

Pathway Church 193 FM 547 • Farmersville 972-784-7333 Pastors Mike and Lori Phillips Children’s Church and Nursery provided for all ages Wednesday Service 7 p.m. Sunday Service 10:15 a.m.

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CARD OF THANKS To our friends and family, Thank you for your thoughts, prayers, flowers, cards and food at the time of Cynthia Muniz’ passing.

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Trump State of the Union builds on coalition that won in 2016

It would appear It catered also President Donald to Trump’s natural Trump has not foradvantage among gotten the political males. The way coalition that got Trump defeated the him elected in 2016, gender gap was by with his first State of creating one of his the Union Address one. For example, By reaching out to key in the pivotal state Robert constituencies that of Pennsylvania, Romano, made the difference senior editor for Trump won 57 perAmericans for in the swing states of cent of males, comLimited Florida, North Caropared with Hillary Government. lina, Ohio, Michigan, Clinton only winPennsylvania and ning 55 percent Wisconsin. of females, according the It was the combination CNN exit poll. Similar trends of union and conservative played out in Michigan, Ohio households, particularly in and Wisconsin. the Rust Belt, that responded And don’t forget Millennito Trump’s populist appeals als, particularly older Millennion trade, illegal immigration als where Trump defied expecand jobs for Americans. In tations. In Michigan, Trump that sense, Trump owes his actually won narrowly among presidency very much to cer- 30 to 39 year olds, 46 percent tain traditionally Democrat to 45 percent — likely on the constituencies. Blue collar strength of his Trump’s jobs workers clearly provided that message. advantage. There were other familUnsurprisingly, those issues iar appeals from 2016 in the were once again on display as speech that strike at the heart Trump outlined his agenda for of the Democrats’ traditional Congress. voting constituencies. Trump On trade, Trump played to continued with his campaign his strengths with those vot- to Black Americans, promoters, stating, “I believe strongly ing restoring inner cities, in free trade but it also has to promising to restore law and be fair trade. It’s been a long order, institute school choice time since we had fair trade… and create new opportunities I am not going to let America for jobs. and its great companies and Of course, it was not swing workers be taken advantage of voters alone who won the day us any longer. They have tak- on Nov. 8. en advantage of our country. For conservatives and ReNo longer. I am going to bring publicans, too, there was a back millions of jobs.” He not- lot in the speech, including ed he had already terminated strengthening the military in“the job-killing Trans-Pacific cluding properly taking care Partnership.” of veterans, restoring law and Other issues with a similar order, his immigration stance, appeal were the building of the deregulation agenda, dethe Keystone XL and Dakota feating radical Islamic terAccess pipelines — which rorism, providing tax relief, he promised would be made promoting constitutionalists with American steel — and to the federal judiciary and rethe push to revitalize the U.S. pealing and replacing Obammilitary and American infra- acare. structure. To the extent that Trump Trump more or less stuck delivers on all of his promises, to his guns promoting his im- then, a huge opportunity exists migration reform agenda, in- for Trump — and Republicans cluding building a southern — to expand their coalition in border wall, enforcing exist- 2018 and 2020. The GOP might ing laws and ending the chain not have a better opportunity to migration system in favor of a implement a Republican presimerit-based system. dent’s agenda.

The threats to our representative democracy With so much turmoil in Washington and around the country these days, it’s easy to get caught up in the crises of the moment. These are, indeed, worth our attention — but so are longer-running developments that threaten the health of our representative democracy. I want to lay them out in one place, so that the most serious problems confronting our system don’t slip from our attention. First, it has become very hard to make our system work. Our country is so large, so complex — and, at the moment, so polarized and divided — that it’s tough to make progress on the challenges that beset us. In more ways than not, Congress reflects the country that elected its members; all the contrary sentiments and manifold cross-currents that characterize our communities come to rest on Capitol Hill. Ideally, that is where they should be reconciled — where discerning key facts, negotiating, and consensusbuilding lead to a common way forward. Congress has failed us repeatedly in this regard, but we need at least to recognize the magnitude of its challenge. Still, this does not excuse what I consider to be Congress’s chief failing: in the face of dif-

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Yet no matter how understandDirector of the Center on Congress at able this Indiana University. He was a member lack of trust of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years. might be, it is a serificult problems, it has become ous problem for our government timid. Its members don’t like to and for the democratic system make hard choices. So they don’t it embodies. Restoring public come close to living up to their confidence will take hard, susresponsibility to be a co-equal tained work, starting with high branch with the presidency. standards of conduct at all levThey may criticize the Presi- els. Once public confidence is dent, but they also defer to him lost, it can’t be regained through to set the agenda and to make rhetoric, only through exemplary policy. From national security performance. and foreign affairs to the nation’s But this won’t happen unless mounting debt to entitlement re- we address the fourth challenge: form to the long-term economic our elections system needs thordislocation that has led so many oughgoing reform. At pretty Americans to feel forgotten, much every level, it’s throwing Congress has had little impact. democracy off-kilter. House disWhich is why it’s not surpris- tricts have been gerrymandered ing that we face a third long-term to create so many safe seats crisis: people have lost confi- that many members need only dence in the institutions of gov- be responsive to their base. Our ernment. This has been build- voting system is fragile and in ing for at least two generations, disrepair, with its patchwork of from the war in Vietnam and procedures, obsolete machinery, the turmoil it engendered back and legislative attempts to limit home, through Watergate, Iran- access to the franchise in the Contra, the war in Iraq, Hurri- name of “ballot security.” cane Katrina, and the inability of We need to ensure the fairCongress and presidents of both ness, integrity and efficiency parties to enact comprehensive of our voting infrastructure and budgets and significant domestic procedures — or risk underminreforms. ing one of the cornerstones of By Lee H. Hamilton,

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our democracy. Which is also threatened by our fifth challenge: the powerful and pervasive influence of money on the political process. Our system is awash in money, which is spent to influence elections and gain favorable results. Many Americans feel money is what really runs Washington — as opposed to the ideas and principles we were taught in civics class. Despite efforts at reform, the money problem is worse than ever — too many Americans feel they’ve become an afterthought in the political process. Yet if they have, it’s not just money that’s to blame. My final concern is that too many of us have become disengaged from and indifferent to the political process. That may be changing at this particular moment, but as a historical trend, it’s unarguable. As citizens, we have to learn how to solve problems in a representative democracy. We have to learn to work with people who hold different views, forge common ground with them, and hold our representatives to account — not alone for their political views, but for their ability to get things done. To make representative democracy work, we, as citizens, have to up our game, too.

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House, Senate approve bills to protect children in foster system Both houses of the Texas Legislature last week passed bills to improve the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services in response to Gov. Greg Abbott’s call for emergency action to improve child protection programs. Tasked with protecting children, elders and people with disabilities from abuse, neglect and exploitation, the DFPS, part of the Texas Health and Human Commission, has attracted attention in recent years for inadequate funding and staffing to meet obligations. Senate Bill 11, whose primary author is Charles Schwertner, R-Georgetown, was approved by the Senate on March 1. The bill would shift to private contractors the DFPS’s foster care management mission, but the state would remain the ultimate guardian over foster children, Schwertner said. The bill also contains oversight and accountabil-

ity provisions to enable close monitoring by the DFPS and the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. Meanwhile, on March 2, the Texas House approved HB 4 by Cindy Burkett, R-Sunnyvale, to provide additional support for family members who care for a child who has been removed from his or her home. Also approved was HB 5 by James Frank, R-Wichita Falls, to give the DFPS more autonomy by making it a separate agency with its own commissioner. In passing HB 4 and HB 5, the House has taken “important steps toward providing better protection and care for children in terrible circumstances,” Speaker Joe Straus said. Senate OKs ‘con-con’ bills The Texas Senate on Feb. 28 approved Senate Joint Resolution 2, an application to the U.S. Congress to call a conven-

for that is found in Article V of the Member services director for U.S. Constitution, the Texas Press Association. which requires His column is a weekly agCongress to call a gregation of news about the state’s government. convention for the purpose of amending the nation’s founding docution of the states, and SB 21, ment if 34 states formally perules for selecting and control- tition for it. Any amendments ling delegates to that conven- approved at that convention are tion. Joint resolutions must be adopted if 38 states ratify it.” approved by both chambers of Perry joins Trump cabinet the Legislature, but do not reThe U.S. Senate on March 2 quire approval by the governor. confirmed Rick Perry as secPrimary author Sen. Brian retary of the Department of Birdwell, R-Granbury, said Energy. eight other states have passed “America has been blessed resolutions similar to SJR 2. with vast natural resources and “It is abundantly clear to the technology to utilize them,” me,” Birdwell said, “that the Perry told his new employees Congress is incapable of or the next day. “I am commitunwilling to propose amend- ted to helping provide stable, ments that limit its own power reliable, affordable and secure or that of the other branches to sources of American energy. return our nation to the original An America-first energy stratspirit of federalism intended by egy is important to create jobs our founders. The mechanism and grow the economy.” By Ed Sterling

Perry also took a moment to poke fun at himself for not remembering, during a presidential debate in late 2011, the name of the Department of Energy in a list of federal agencies he said he would eliminate if he were elected president. In his March 3 remarks, Perry expressed his appreciation of the department’s work and pledged to be a strong advocate for it. Perry served as governor of Texas from December 2000 to January 2015. Sales tax revenue grows Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar on March 2 announced state sales tax revenue totaled $2.4 billion in February, 4.4 percent more than in February 2016. “While tax collections from oil and gas mining remain subdued, receipts from telecommunications, construction, services and retail and wholesale trade increased significantly,” Hegar said.

Sales tax revenue is the largest source of state funding for the state budget, accounting for 58 percent of all tax collections in fiscal 2016. Total sales tax revenue for the three months ending in February 2017 was up by 2.8 percent compared with the same period a year ago, Hegar added. DSHS gives Zika update The Texas Department of State Health Services on Feb. 28 announced that as of Feb. 24, six Zika virus cases have been confirmed in Texas for calendar year 2017. DSHS posts updates at TexasZika.org every Tuesday on the number of Zika virus disease cases in Texas by the patient’s county of residence. Cases confirmed this year, by county, are: Bexar, 1 case; Brazoria, 1; Cameron, 2; Lubbock, 1; and Smith, 1. Statewide, some 310 cases were confirmed in calendar years 2015 and 2016.

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Farmersville Islamic cemetery moves forward By Wyndi Veigel News Editor

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Top racers in the Cub Scout Pack 229 Soap Box Derby were, top from left, Braydin Burns, Tyler Luelf, Wesley Brodeur and Dylan Wakely; middle from left, Nicholas Crter, Joey Scarborough, Erik Gerdes and Branden Payne; bottom from left, Alex Gerdes and Alexander Moszer.

Pinewood Derby racers compete From Staff Reports

news@princetonherald.com Scouts in Princeton Cub Scout Pack 229 raced handbuilt wooden cars to win trophies recently in the annual Pinewood Derby. The derby was held Tuesday, Feb. 28, at Harper Elementary School. The Pinewood Derby has been a part of Boy Scouts of America since 1955 and stresses individual achievement and accomplishment rather than victory over competitors. Scouts design and cut cars from wooden blocks, decorate the cars and attach plas-

tic wheels to craft their projects. The racers speed down an inclined track powered by gravity. “I love the tradition of the Pinewood Derby. So often are the youth tied to their electronic devices. This event gives the boys the ability to work with their parents in planning their cars,” Cubmaster Jeremy Gerdes said. “The Derby also reminds them about good sportsmanship.” Each car raced in four heats, with times recorded and averaged. Overall winner was Webelos Scout Wesley Brodeur, who won the Webelos I divi-

sion to advance to the finals. Second place overall was captured by Bear Scout Erik Gerdes and Webelos II winner Neven Gill took third place overall. Division standings were: Tiger--1, Alex Gerdes; 2, Alexander Moszer; and 3, Lucas Aaron. Wolf--1, Braydin Burns; 2, Dylan Wakely; and 3, Brayden Payne. Bear--1, Erik Gerdes; 2, Joey Scarborough; and 3, Nick Carter. Webelos I--1, Wesley Brodeur; and 2, Tyler Luelf. Webelos II--1, Neven Gill; 2, Noah Yoos; and 3, Carson Berry.

The concept plan for Islamic Association of Collin County (IACC) cemetery located along Hwy. 380 in Farmersville has been approved. At the Feb. 27 Planning and Zoning members, along with more than 50 residents, heard from engineers regarding the project. The cemetery is located near Hwy. 380 and County Road 557 outside the city limits but inside Farmersville’s extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ.) The 35-acre tract could house approximately 15,000 graves, according to information shared at the meeting by Farmersville City Manager Ben White. The cemetery project has a long history with strong opposition in Farmersville. In 2015, the project had its concept plan approved, however, after one year that plan expired. Changes were also made by the IACC to the project in order to be in compliance with the city’s subdivision ordinance, which is the only city ordinance that can be enforced in the ETJ. On the most recent concept plan, two entrances/exits were added, both off of CR 557, and the streets within the cemetery were widened. Also removed was the commercial frontage project. On the 2015 concept plan, the IACC had included a commercial section of buildings along Hwy. 380 in order to help fund the perpetual care within

the cemetery. According to Farmersville City Engineer Eddy Daniel, this has been removed on the recent concept plan and there are no plans for the property immediately along Hwy. 380. There is no entrance to the cemetery from the highway planned at this time, Daniel said. P&Z member Paul Kelly questioned what the process would be if the IACC wanted to make changes along Hwy. 380. “Any changes would have to come back in front of this board,” Daniel said. Included in the packet presented to P&Z were recommendations from city engineers and the Collin County Fire Marshal’s Office along with Collin County. The fire marshal’s office reviewed the plan regarding such items as fire lanes and widths of roads for fire apparatus. Though the city is responsible for approval of the concept plan and preliminary and final plats, the county is responsible for permitting any structures that might be located within the cemetery. After the concept plan, the remaining steps that the city of Farmersville would take would be to act upon the preliminary plat and the final plat. The plats must be presented to both P&Z and then city council. “It’s during the preliminary plat that we will get a good idea where things would be located,” White said. Public comments were not

allowed at the meeting. Green sheets of paper were handed out at the meeting asking attendees two questions: “What is your view on the cemetery? (Pros/ Cons)?” and “What factors do you feel Planning and Zoning/ City Council should be evaluating?” Members of the planning and zoning commission and city council will review these sheets, according to P&Z Chairman Craig Overstreet. Opposition to the project was heard after the meeting ended from community members who spoke to media outlets in attendance. Bethlehem Baptist Pastor David Meeks stated that opposition was “even stronger” this time in reference to the cemetery. Meeks was one of the most outspoken opponents to the cemetery in 2015. “There have been terrible, drastic things happen in the world through radical Islamic terrorism, and any thought of that coming to our community just brings and harbors anxiousness, you know, that we’re concerned with,” Meeks said. Others in attendance wore tshirts to the meeting featuring “Just Say No!” According to information shared by the IACC, the organization has been working closely with the city of Farmersville to determining the best way to address the project. In the DFW area, Muslim communities bury their dead at Restland Cemetery in Dallas, but they are running out of space.

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Godwin students get glimpse into running a city

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Godwin Elementary School second graders become Mayors for the day courtesy of Princeton Mayor John-Mark Caldwell.

Christian Bond climbs through a squad car while touring the police station.

Library Director Cathy Dunkel reads a story to second graders on their field trip.

Firefighter Chris Hanley gets an unexpected “group hug” from Godwin Elementary School second graders who learned how to hang on to a firefighter when being rescued.

Suess honored at Harper

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Harper Elementary celebrated “Read Across America” Thursday with a special Dr. Seuss day in honor of the author’s birthday. The school staff was decked out as their favorite Suess character, including the popular Cat in the Hat, as well as the Grinch. Pictured is Principal Nichole Powell and assistant principal Marlena Brown and the office staff.

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Powerlifting

Panthers qualify for Div. 2 state meet in Abilene By David Jenkins Staff Writer

sports@princetonherald.com March 9 Baseball: vs Kemp (at Wills Point), 11:05 a.m. Baseball: vs Paris North Lamar (at Wills Point), 1:10 p.m. March 10

Princeton boys powerlifting took part in the March 3 Region 6 Div. 2 meet at Iowa Park High School. Qualifying for the state meet were Dusty Burris and

March 11 Baseball: at Wills Point Tournament, TBA March 13 Baseball JVM: vs Farmersville, 5 p.m. Baseball JVB: at Honey Grove, 5 p.m. March 14

Girls Soccer: vs Paris, 7 p.m. Girls Soccer JV: vs Paris, 5 p.m. Baseball: at Dallas Pinkston, 6 p.m. Softball: at Aubrey, 6:30 p.m. Golf: at Melissa Tournament (Boys-Girls

The Div. 2 state meet is March 25 at Abilene. Also finishing in regionals were Dalton Waller (third in 132 with 980), Philip Mayfield (sixth in 165 with 1,105) and Lxamri Bolden (ninth in 181 with 1,185). Also competing was Mike Grimes in the super heavy

weight class. Princeton finished sixth with 13 points. In the top three were Iowa Park (33 points), Anna (25) and Kennedale (25). A few weeks ago, Lady Panther Emily Jondron advanced to the Div. 2 state meet for a third straight year

Programs pick up District 11-4A victories By David Jenkins

at The Bridges Golf Course), TBA

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Track 7th/8th: at Farmersville Meet,

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TBA March 15 Tennis JV: at Anna Tournament, TBA March 16 Tennis: at Anna Tournament, TBA Track: at Panther Relays, TBA March 17 Tennis: at Anna Tournament, TBA Powerlifting: at State Meet (Girls at Waco), TBA Baseball: vs Wills Point, 6 p.m. Baseball JVM: vs Wills Point, 3:30 p.m. Softball: vs Anna, 6:30 p.m. Softball JV: vs Anna, 5 p.m. March 18 Softball JV: vs Allen 2 (at Wylie), 10:30 a.m. Softball JV: vs Reedy (at Wylie), 1 p.m. Softball JV: vs Wylie (at Wylie), 3 p.m. March 20 Golf: at Canton Tournament (Boys at Van Zandt Country Club), TBA Boys Soccer: vs Argyle, 6 p.m. Baseball JVB: vs Blue Ridge (doubleheader), 5/7 p.m. March 21 Golf: at Canton Tournament (Girls at Van Zandt Country Club), TBA Softball: vs Celina, 6:30 p.m. Baseball: vs Celina, 7:15 p.m.

after winning the 165-pound weight class with 925 total pounds over three events in the Region 2 Div. 2 meet at Anna. She broke the regional bench press record at 225 and total weight at 925 for her class. The Div. 2 state meet is March 17 in Waco.

Soccer

Point), 7:25 p.m.

Boys Soccer JV: at Paris, 5 p.m.

Jose Fernandez. Burris took first place in the 165-pound division with a total of 1,315 pounds. He squatted 440, benched 305 and deadlifted 500. Fernandez was third in 198 with 1,400. He squatted 530, benched 330 and deadlifted 540.

Adding on

Baseball: vs Waxahachie Life (at Wills

Boys Soccer: at Paris, 7:15 p.m.

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Seniors Kelvin Solozano (20) and Melissa Bewley (13) push the ball up field during District 11-4A matches.

Princeton boys and girls soccer went 4-0 in District 114A competition. The Lady Panthers wrapped up a fourth title after beating Paris North Lamar 6-0 and Community 2-0 on Senior Night. In the latter game, they won the 11-4A championship. Honored before the game were seniors BriAna Lacey, Reychal Grimaldo, Genesis Deleon, Melissa Bewley and Kaylee Dotson. “It’s a testament to the seniors and their commitment to the program,” head coach Michele Housden said about winning district. “It’s a remarkable accomplishment.” Scoring against North Lamar were Dotson (twice), Bewley, Mercedes Rodriguez, Maria Hernandez and Lacey, with assists from Bewley (two), Grimaldo and Dotson. Avery Alexander scored twice in the Community win. Assisting were Bewley and Dotson. As of March 6, the Lady See 11-4A page 2B

Baseball JVM: vs Celina, 4:30 p.m.

Baseball

Tennis: at Prosper Tournament (Girls), TBA March 22 Tennis JV: at Prosper Tournament, TBA

Fishing report Lake Lavon Water stained to muddy; 82– 86 degrees: 5.16’ high. Black bass are slow on buzzbaits, buzz frogs and Texas rigged creature baits near shallow cover. White bass are slow on slabs. Crappie are fair on minnows and jigs. Catfish are fair on trotlines and prepared bait. Lake Ray Hubbard Water stained; 81–84 degrees; 0.12’ high. Black bass are fair on Yellow Magic poppers, small plastic swimbaits and Texas rigged soft plastics. Crappie are good on minnows. White bass are good on slabs and minnows. Hybrid striper are good on slabs and minnows. Catfish are slow on trotlines.

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Wills Point tourney next

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sports@princetonherald.com Princeton baseball closes out the tournament season later this week. The Panthers (4-4-1 overall, as of March 6) compete Thursday to Saturday at Wills Point. “We hope to improve,” head coach Russell Bowker said. They’ll face Kemp (11:05 a.m. Thursday), Paris North Lamar (1:10 p.m. Thursday) and Waxahachie Life (7:25 p.m. Friday), in pool play. Bracket play is slated for Saturday. One week ago, Princeton went 1-2-1 in the GCEC Tournament at Van Alstyne. They beat Trinity Valley 9-4, fell against Pottsboro 11-1, North Lamar 3-2, and

tied Van Alstyne 7-7. Remaining in non-district are at Dallas Pinkston (6 p.m. March 14), and with Wills Point (6 p.m. March 17) and Ferris (noon April 22). The District 11-4A season opens 7 p.m. March 21 with Celina. Subvarsity report The junior varsity maroon team went 3-0 in the Princeton Tournament. They beat Frisco Lone Star 9-0, Melissa 3-0 and Wills Point 7-0. The black team lost 8-2 to Whitewright in the season opener. Maroon plays host 5 p.m. March 13 to Farmersville and black travels 5 p.m. the same day to Honey Grove. District for maroon opens 5 p.m. March 21 at home with Celina.

Softball

Ready, aim, fire

Ryleigh Aungst prepares to fire the ball over to first base against Wylie East during the March 2-4 Wylie Tournament. Princeton won the game 6-4 in eight innings at the high school field. They finished with an overall record of 3-3, with victories and losses to Class 5A and 6A programs. For the full story and additional photo see page 5B. David Jenkins/The Princeton Herald

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Panthers were 14-6 overall and 6-0 in district. Below them were Paris 3-2, Community 3-3, North Lamar 2-4 and Bonham 0-5. Princeton returns to the pitch 5:30 p.m. Friday with Bonham, which fell 8-0 the first time around. “Our goal is to maintain focus while playing a game over Spring Break,” Housden said. The district season concludes 7:15 p.m. March 14 against visiting Paris. “They always play us tough,” Housden said. “We look to that game to help prepare us for the tough games we will face in the playoffs.” The Lady Wildcats fell 4-2 in a shoot out the first time around. Princeton’s boys defeated

Paris North Lamar 4-0 during Senior Night and Community 4-0. Honored in the opening game were David Chavira, Anthony Balderas, Brandon Russell, Ricky Ulloa, Eugenio Cervantez, Sammy Lerma, Erik Tristan and Kelvin Solorzano. “They have won over 50 games and qualified for the playoffs every year during their time as members of the Princeton soccer program. Their passion, work ethic and leadership have left a legacy that all future players will strive for,” head coach Kent Ackmann said. “It was only fitting that they cap off their Senior Night winning in the same fashion we have won for most of the year.” Scoring against North Lamar were Chavira (twice), Russell and Jacob Purdon. Chavira scored twice, with

Purdon and Russell recording goals versus Community. Purdon assisted. With those victories, the Panthers took possession of second with a 4-2 mark, just one loss behind 4-1 Paris, as of March 6. Community was 3-3, Bonham stood 2-3 and North Lamar was 1-5. Princeton (14-5 overall, as of March 6) welcomed Bonham to town March 6. “Our focus and mind set needs to better this time through, particularly because it’s a very quick turnaround to face them. They’re speed up top gave us problems primarily because we failed to win challenges at the back. They were able to get behind us and create a number of scoring opportunities that we don’t typically give up,” head coach Kent Ackmann

said. “Combine that with the fact that we didn’t capitalize on our own scoring chances and we got beat.” He added, “We’ve talked about just getting three points at a time. That’s all we’re focused on right now is getting three points. Nothing else matters at this point.” The Warriors pulled out a shoot out victory in the first round. District wraps up 7:15 p.m. March 14 at Paris, which took the first contest 3-0. Subvarsity report Princeton’s junior varsity boys beat North Lamar 9-0 and fell 1-0 to Community. The season closes 5:30 p.m. March 14 at Paris. The JV girls won 4-1 over North Lamar. The year wraps up 5:30 p.m. March 14 with Paris.

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Bryan Lerma fights to keep possession of the ball against Paris North Lamar during a District 11-4A match at PHS.

Athletics

Track travels to Waxahachie; golf competes in tournaments From Staff Reports

sports@princetonherald.com WAXAHACHIE – Princeton partook in the March 4 Rick Pinson Invitational. At Waxahachie Life High School in the varsity division, the Lady Panthers were second with 141 points and Panthers scored 72 for third. Earning points (top six) for the girls were Faith Gibson (sixth in 100 meters in a time of 13.30), Nakeitra Mack (fifth in 200 in 29.04), Tristan Lloyd (sixth in 200 in 29.19), Carlyiah Hogan (fourth in 400 in 1:05.69), Melissa Avila (third in 1,600 in 6:10.55 and 3,200 in 13:04.78), Katelyn Bailey (sixth in 1,600 in 6:27.35), Marlene Gurrola (fourth in 3,200 in 14:34.24), Kaylah Segleski (third in 300 hurdles in 17.94 and fourth in 100 hurdles in 17.94), Alana Seymore (first in long jump at 15-1), Lauryn Dixon (first in shot put at 31.1.5 and discus at 129-7), Nia Crawford (first in triple jump at 3211), Nicolette Snyder (third in high jump at 4-4 and fifth in triple jump at 31-6) and Zoe Sims (second in high jump at 4-6). In relays they were second (400 in 51.76 and 800 in 1:52.81) and third (1,600 in

4:35.40). Top six finishers for the boys were Ehijie Iluobe (first in long jump at 20-50.25 and sixth in 100 in 11.50), Esteban Molina (fifth in 400 in 55.69), Elishah Harrison (sixth in 400 in 2:17.96), Lucas Delgado (fifth in 800 in 2:17.69), Douglas Glover (fourth in 1,600 in 5:04.87 and 3,200 in 11:00.33), Charlye Guerrero (sixth in 3,200 in 12:40.47), Elmer Cruz (third in 300 hurdles in 44.75 and fourth in 110 hurdles in 16.92), Ben Baker (sixth in 110 hurdles in 18.21 and 300 hurdles in 18.21), Cory Owens (fourth in shot put at 31-10.50 and sixth in discus at 100-2), Benito Santiago (sixth in shot put at 38-30.50), Tyler Harrison (third in discus at 105-10.5), Bradley Torres (second in high jump at 5-10), Kinyachta Toliver (sixth in high jump at 5-8) and Kai Brinkerhoff (third in pole vault at 11-0). They took fifth (1,600 in 3:48.75) and sixth (800 in 1:38.41) in relays. Over in the junior varsity field, the Lady Panthers claimed third with 62 points and Panthers were third in 101.5. Earning points for the girls were Kasie Segleski (second in 400 in 1:09.21), Taylor

Price (fifth in 400 in 1:14.54), Ja’Me Vega (second in 3,200 in 15:03.63), Riley Morrison (second in pole vault at 7-0 and fourth in 300 hurdles in 59.49) and Molly Kay (first in discus at 77-6). They claimed fourth in the 400 relay with a time of 56.03. Ending up in the top six for the boys were Peter Popoola (fifth in 400 in 58.49), Jose Almaguer (third in 800 in 2:24.92 and 3,200 in 11:44.44), Pedro Anguiano (fourth in 3,200 in 11:47.57 and fifth in 1,600 in 5:36.05), Djrake Hernandez (sixth in 110 hurdles in 20.72), Joseph Wilson (fourth in 300 hurdles in 49.64), Latez Barrera (fourth in triple jump at 34-11.5 and fifth in 300 hurdles in 49.67), De’Marquay Nobles (second in triple jump at 36-5 and fifth in long jump at 17-2), Dustin Davis (fourth in discus at 78-10), Elijah Gerber (third in high jump at 5-0), Abram Diosdado (third in high jump at 5-0) and Jeffrey Deeds (second in pole vault at 9-0). They were third in the 800 relay in 1:44.13.

Golf hits the links Princeton golf took part in predistrict tournaments. The girls teed off March 1

at McKinney’s Oak Howl and boys played the following day in Bonham at Legacy Ridge. Competing for the Lady Panthers at McKinney were Sarah Staley (score of 92 over 18 holes), Laura Staley (95) and Olivia Elsea (112). On the boys side in Bonham were Paul Morris (88), Jaxon Prom (100), Curtis Cloud (108), Carter Stine (117) and Josh Covington (124).

Clark track earns medals Clark Junior High track traveled to the Feb. 28 Anna Invitational at high school football Coyote Stadium. Earning points (top six) for the eighth-grade runner-up boys were Fernando Anchando (sixth in 3,200 and 1,600 meters), Victor Martinez (third in 800), Nate Prentice (fourth in 110 hurdles), Sam Kay (first in high jump, second in shot put, fourth in 300 hurdles and fifth in 110 hurdles), Cordai Epting (sixth in 110 hurdles), Dillon Moncier (second in 100, fourth in triple jump and sixth in long jump), Adan Gonzales (third in 100), Juan Flores (fourth in 100), Daniel Zayas (third in 400), Josh Butler (first in pole vault), Mason Kile (second in pole vault), Ritchie Gar-

cia (fourth in discus and fifth in shot put), Z’Kayaas Fourte (second in long jump), Allen Ruckman (sixth in triple jump) and Jayce Harrod (third in discus). In relays they were second in the 400, 800 and 1,600. In the top six for the seventhgrade champion boys were Harlen Bewley (first in 3,200), Paul Popoola (fourth in 3,200), Gavin Champ (second in 800), Noah Lougmani (third in 800), Humberto Cortes (first in 110 hurdles), Isaiah Sadler (second in 110 hurdles and third in triple jump), Reese Alexander (sixth in 110 hurdles), John Agounke (first in 100), Christian Longoria (first in 400 and fifth in long jump), Liam Biggs (third in 400), Aiden Hovind (fourth in 400), Atanis Ombati (second in 300 hurdles), Juan Rodriguez (fourth in 300 hurdles), Willie Arkansas (second in 200), JoJo Garza (fourth in 200), Braden Strickland (fifth in 200), Darrion Dotson (fourth in 1,600), Luis Cerda (fifth in 1,600), Jordan Recer (first in shot put), Andrew Bailey (first in discus and fourth in shot put) and Anthony Scalise (second in discus). They were second (800 and 1,600) and third (400) in relays. Earning points for the

eighth-grade girls were Olivia Graytan (sixth in 3,200), Launa Fischer (fourth in 800 and fifth in 1,600), Faith Talley (second in 110 hurdles and fourth in 300 hurdles), Enola Vue (fourth in 110 hurdles), Gracee Nocktonick (second in 100, third in 200 and pole vault), Karen Glover (sixth in 400), Jamie Askew (fifth in 200), Meghan Ayling (sixth in pole vault), Chloe Hill (sixth in shot put), Ariel Russell (first in long jump), Amaris Jasso (fourth in long jump), Bria Dillard (second in triple jump and sixth in long jump) and Amy Garcia (third in discus). They took first in the 400, 800 and 1,600 relays. Finishing in the top six for the seventh-grade girls were Silvia Contreras (fifth in 2,400), Sabrian Brewer (third in 800 and fourth in 1,600), Karli Whetstone (third in 1,600 and fourth in 800), Isabella Escobedo (fifth in 100 hurdles), Nathalie Perez (second in 300 hurdles and sixth in 100 hurdles), Naomi English (fifth in 1,600), Lizbeth Acosta (third in pole vault), Genesis Almendariz (second in shot put) and Kaylee Dixon (second in discus). In relays they were first (800) and second (400 and 1,600).

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1. Sealed Bids will be received in a sealed envelope addressed to the City of Princeton, 123 West Princeton Drive, Princeton, TX 75407 until 10:00 AM., on April 6th, 2017 (“Closing Time”) for: 16-Inch Water Main Along HWY 380, Project #W32 At the above time and place the bids will be publicly opened and read aloud and retained by the Owner for tabulation, verification and evaluation. The last day for bidder questions will be March 30th, 2017 at 5:00 PM. After that day and time, no questions will be answered by the Engineer or Owner. 2. The Work is to include furnishing all labor, materials, and equipment, and performing all work necessary for the construction of approximately two thousand, five hundred seventy-two (2,572) linear feet of 16-inch water line and three hundred fifty-five (355) linear feet of 12-inch water line as detailed in the Construction Plans and Specifications. The 16-inch water line parallels HWY 380 on the north side from 4th Street to the eastern extents of the project where it crosses under HWY 380 and connects to an existing 12-inch water line on the south side of HWY 380 on the east side of the existing Princeton Veterinary Clinic. The

3. Pre-qualification of bidders is not required with the bid. The SUCCESSFUL BIDDER will be required to fill out the included qualification statement of bidders form. 4. Bids shall be submitted in sealed envelopes addressed to the Owner upon the blank form of the bid form furnished, and shall be marked on the outside of the envelope with the following information: (a) the submitting firm’s name and (b) “BID ENCLOSED – 16-INCH WATER LINE ALONG HIGHWAY 380, PROJECT #W32 – DO NOT OPEN UNTIL 10:00 AM, April 6th, 2017.” 5. A Bid Bond in the form of a cashier’s check, a certified check, or an acceptable bidder’s bond made payable without conditions to “City of Princeton, Texas” in an amount of not less than five percent (5%) of the total amount of the bid submitted, must accompany each bid as a guarantee that if awarded the contract, the bidder will promptly enter into a contract and execute such bonds as are required and provide evidence of all required insurance coverage. All bidders’ security will be retained un-

6. Plans and Specifications and Contract Documents may be examined without charge at the Engineers Office at Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. at 106 West Louisiana Street, McKinney, Texas 75069. 7. Electronic copies of the Contract Documents on CD may be purchased from Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. at 106 West Louisiana Street, McKinney, Texas 75069. The cost for Contract Documents is $25 per each CD. THE PURCHASE PRICE IS NON-REFUNDABLE. Submit check, cashier check or money order for payment. Cash will not be accepted. 8. The Owner reserves the right to accept the bid which, in its judgment provides the most value to the Owner; to reject any or all bids; and to waive irregularities or informalities in any bid received, deemed to be in the best interest of the Owner. Conditional or qualified bids will not be accepted. In case of ambiguity or lack of clearness in stating prices in the bid, the Owner reserves the right to accept the most advantageous construction thereof to the Owner or to reject the bid. No officer or employee of the Owner shall have a financial interest, direct or indirect, in any contract with the Owner. No bid may be withdrawn

9. The date/time stamp located in the Owner’s office serves as the official time clock. The Owner cannot guarantee that any bids sent priority mail will be picked up from the post office by Owner employees and delivered to the Owner by the Closing time. It is recommended that bid deliveries be made either in person or via an alternate delivery method ensuring delivery to the physical address. Bidder bears full responsibility for ensuring the bid is delivered to the specified location by the Closing Time. The mere fact that a bid was dispatched will not be considered. Submissions received in the office after the Closing Time shall be returned unopened. 10. A MANDATORY pre-bid meeting will be held at 10:00 AM on March 23rd, 2017. The meeting will be held at the Princeton City Hall at 123 West Princeton Drive, Princeton, TX 75407. City of Princeton 13-2t-261li

CITY OF FARMERSVILLE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING A Public Hearing will take place before the City of Farmersville Building and Property Standards Commission

The Property is in violation of the City’s Ordinances Chapter 14-108 and Chapter 77-168, and under those Ordinances the vehicles are considered a nuisance. The property owner has been invited and given proper notice to express his/ her intent regarding the Property. Failure of the owner to comply with determination of the Commission may result in further action by the City. 15-1t-42li

CITY OF FARMERSVILLE ABBREVIATED ORDER (Order #2017-0223001) AN ABBREVIATED ORDER OF ORDER # 2017-0223001 ENTERED BY THE CITY OF FA R M E R S V I L L E BUILDING AND PROPERTY STANDARDS COMMISSION REGARDING THE STRUCTURE AND CONDITIONS LOCATED ON THE PROPERTY SITUATED AT 215 SID NELSON STREET, FARMERSVILLE, TEXAS. 1. The Building and Property Standards Commission (“Commission”) for the City of Farmersville conducted a public hearing

2. The Commission, after receiving evidence, determined that the Property and Structure thereon violated the City’s Code of Ordinances regarding dangerous buildings or structures; and, found the condition of the Structure on the Property to be: in severe distress and disrepair, a harbor for rodents and other vermin, a public nuisance, a hazard to the public health, safety and welfare, a danger to persons and property, and a dangerous building that cannot reasonably be repaired so that it will no longer exist as a dangerous building. 3. The Commission ordered the owner of the Property to promptly, and without delay, secure the doors and windows of the Structure on the Property to prohibit unauthorized entry into the Structure by any person or party; and, to obtain a demolition permit and demolish the Structure, have the Property cleared, cleaned and graded with proper drainage and appropriate veg-

4. A complete copy of the Order, Order No. 2017-0223-001, of the Building and Property Standards Commission may be obtained from the City Secretary’s Office located at 205 S. Main, Farmersville Texas 75442. Respectfully ted, Sandra Green, City Secretary Abbreviated Order Building and Property Standards Commission (215 Sid Nelson Street, Farmersville, Texas) Page Soto

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR PROPOSALS Farmersville Independent School District is now taking sealed proposals for Property, Boiler & Machinery and Windstorm Insurance coverage. Documents may be obtained by contacting the FISD Administrative Offices at 501A Hwy 78 North, Farmersville, Texas 75442 (972)782-6601. Proposals will be received until April 5, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. Any proposals received after that time will be returned and excluded for consideration. FISD reserves the right to accept and/or reject any and all proposals in the best interest of the school district. 14-2t-33li

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Farmersville ISD is now accepting submittals for vendor qualifications for copy machines for the district. RFQ documents may be requested by calling 972-782-6601, or by contacting the administrative offices at 501A Hwy 78N, Farmersville, TX 75442. Vendors must respond no later than Monday, April 5, 2017, 2:00 pm.

SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL At the above time and place the bids will be publicly opened and read aloud and retained by the Owner for tabulation, verification and evaluation. The last day for bidder questions will be April 6, 2017 at 5:00pm. After that day and time, no questions will be answered by the Engineer or Owner.

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS 1. will be sealed dressed

Sealed Bids received in a envelope adto the City of

2. The Work is to include furnishing all labor, materials,

and equipment, and performing all work necessary for the construction of five foot and ten foot sidewalks as detailed in the Construction Plans and Specifications. 3. Pre-qualifi cation of bidders is not required with this bid. The SUCCESSFUL BIDDER will be required to fill out the included qualification statement of bidders form. 4. Bids shall be submitted in sealed envelopes addressed to the Owner upon the blank form of the bid form furnished, and shall be marked on the outside of the envelope with the following information:

(a) the submitting firm’s name and (b) “BID ENCLOSED – SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL DO NOT OPEN UNTIL 2:00 PM, April 13, 2017.” 5. A Bid Bond in the form of a cashier’s check, a certified check, or an acceptable bidder’s bond made payable without conditions to “City of Princeton, Texas” in an amount of not less than five percent (5%) of the total amount of the bid submitted, must accompany each bid as a guarantee that if awarded the contract, the bidder will promptly enter into a contract and execute such bonds as are required and provide evidence of all required insur-

THE PURCHASE PRICE IS NON-REFUNDABLE. Submit check, cashier check or money order for payment. Cash will not be accepted.

ance coverage. All bidders’ security will be retained until a contract has been awarded and executed. 6. Plans and Specifications and Contract Documents may be examined without charge at the Engineers Office at KimleyHorn and Associates, Inc. at 106 West Louisiana Street, McKinney, Texas 75069.

8. The Owner reserves the right to accept the bid which, in its judgment provides the most value to the Owner; to reject any or all bids; and to waive irregularities or informalities in any bid received, deemed to be in the best interest of the Owner. Conditional or qualified bids will not be accepted. In case of ambiguity or lack of clearness in stating prices in the bid, the Owner reserves the right to accept the most advantageous construction thereof to

7. Electronic copies of the Contract Documents on CD may be purchased from Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. at 106 West Louisiana Street, McKinney, Texas 75069. The cost for Contract Documents is $25 per each CD.

the Owner or to reject the bid. No officer or employee of the Owner shall have a financial interest, direct or indirect, in any contract with the Owner. No bid may be withdrawn within one-hundred twenty (120) days after the Closing Time without prior written approval of the Owner. 9. The date/time stamp located in the Owner’s office serves as the official time clock. The Owner cannot guarantee that any bids sent priority mail will be picked up from the post office by Owner employees and delivered to the Owner by the Closing time. It is recommended that bid deliveries be made either in person or via

an alternate delivery method ensuring delivery to the physical address. Bidder bears full responsibility for ensuring the bid is delivered to the specified location by the Closing Time. The mere fact that a bid was dispatched will not be considered. Submissions received in the office after the Closing Time shall be returned unopened. 10. A pre-bid meeting will be held at 2:00 PM on April 4, 2017. The meeting will be held at the Princeton City Hall at 123 West Princeton Drive, Princeton, TX 75407. City of Princeton

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Tournament action David Jenkins/ The Princeton Herald

Shelbi Cook dives head first for a ball hit to center field against Wylie East last Thursday at Wylie High School.

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sports@princetonherald.com Lady Panthers softball took the field over a three-day span for games against Class 5A and 6A squads. They finished up 3-3 in a tournament at Wylie. Princeton defeated Wylie East 6-4 in eight innings, North Mesquite 10-8 and Mesquite Horn 11-6, and fell to Sulphur Springs 5-3, North Forney 16-1 and Allen 21-3. Over spring break, the Lady Panthers (7-4-1 overall, as of March 6) traveled March 6 to Decatur and the following day faced host Lone Oak.

They start off District 11-4A play 6 p.m. March 14 at Aubrey. Games left in the first round are with Anna (March 17) and Celina (6 p.m. March 21), at Bonham (March 24), and with Melissa (March 28). Start times are 6:30 p.m., unless otherwise noted. Subvarsity report The junior varsity competed in the March 3-4 Allen Tournament and traveled March 6 to Decatur for the non-district finale. They open district 5 p.m. March 17 with Anna and faces Allen, Frisco Reedy and Wylie in a March 18 tournament at Wylie.

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Squads continue District 11-4A action Victor Tapia/The Princeton Herald

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