Category: Howe News Bulletin

FM 1417, Grayson County: from FM 691 to US 82. Watch for traffic shifts and slow-moving vehicles as workers widen the roadway from FM 691 to US 82.

US 75 Ramp Reversal in Denison, Grayson County: on the southbound US 75 main lanes and frontage roads between FM 120 and Crawford Street. Watch for shoulder closures and lane shifts as workers work on constructing the first retaining wall for this project. The southbound US 75 exit ramp for Crawford Street is closed and traffic wishing to use this exit should use the FM 120 (Morton Street) exit.

US 75 debris pickup, Grayson County: from Collin County line to Oklahoma State line. Watch for mobile operations as workers pick up debris from the roadway every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday during the day-time.

SH 11, Grayson and Fannin County: from US 69 to SH 121. Watch for traffic shifts and occasional one-lane closures as workers rehab and widen the roadway.

ADA Curb Ramp project, Grayson and Fannin County: various locations. Watch for shoulder closures and occasional lane closures as crews work in Honey Grove to install new sidewalks and curb ramps along SH 56.

US 82, Fannin County: from SH 121 to the Lamar County Line. Watch for slow-moving construction equipment as crews work on widening US 82 from a two-lane roadway to a four-lane divided section. Watch for lane closures on FM 100 as crews work to construct the new westbound US 82 bridge over FM 100.

FM 1752, Fannin County: from US 82 to FM 898. Watch for temporary one-lane closures as workers rehab and widen the roadway.

FM 816 & Recreation Road 3, Fannin County: from Fannin-Hunt County line to SH 78 on FM 816, and from FM 273 eastward for two miles on Rec. Road 3 south of Lake Bonham. Watch for temporary lane closures as workers install safety treatments on fixed objects.

CR 4526 at Tributary to Bois D’arc Creek, Fannin County: CR 4526 is closed at the bridge crossing at the tributary to Bois D’arc Creek while crews are replacing the bridge structure.

In Howe, a family has turned their home into a haunted house and are inviting the community to enjoy the free show for two nights – Friday, October 26 and Halloween night of October 31.  Both events will begin at sunset and continue until people stop showing up according to owners Chris and Heather Hester, who live at 1817 Douglas St.

On Halloween night, there will be a costume contest at 7:30 pm and the winner will take the 1st Annual Golden Pumpkin Trophy.

“Our singing pumpkins will be putting on a show in the yard – singing Halloween songs and telling jokes,”  stated on the event’s Facebook page.  There will also be candy for trick or treaters on both dates. There is plenty to see, even for the ones too timid for the walkthrough.

The Hesters say the haunt is a bit scary so they recommend the younger kids enjoy the pumpkin show and the great yard decor while the brave ones can go through the walkthrough.

There will also be a few “scare cams” set up through the tour.  The Hesters say that the number one reason for the video footage is for the safety of all of the visitors, but also to enjoy the scares later.  Individuals that want to see their scare clips can do so by contacting the Hesters.

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Early voting begins today and those in the Howe area might find the Grayson College location in Van Alstyne to be the nearest option.  Others may find that the old courthouse in Downtown Sherman could be the quickest option.  This week, the voting times are 7 am to 7 pm.  A sample ballot can be found here:  

HOWE, Texas – A Melissa woman is in the Grayson County Jail after a traffic stop in Howe Sunday morning led to the discovery of narcotics, a pistol, cash, and drug paraphernalia. At 6:30 a.m., Sergeant Keith Milks stopped a vehicle on U.S. Highway 75 for multiple traffic violations and deployed narcotics detection-certified K9 Loki who alerted to the odor of narcotics in the vehicle. Milks conducted a probable cause search of the car and found three ounces of marihuana, nearly three grams of methamphetamine, and a variety of prescription medications. All of the narcotics had been packaged for sale. Milks also found scales, baggies, a revolver, and nearly $900 in cash. Christen Anderson, 24, of Melissa, was arrested and booked into the Grayson County Jail for manufacture and delivery of a controlled substance, delivery of marihuana, possession of a firearm by a felon, and possession of a dangerous drug.

Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in Fannin and Grayson Counties during the week of Oct. 22, 2018. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such as cell phones, eating, drinking, or car audio or navigation systems.

Sherman Area (Fannin, Grayson Counties)

FM 1417, Grayson County: from FM 691 to US 82. Watch for traffic shifts and slow-moving vehicles as workers widen the roadway from FM 691 to US 82.

US 75 Ramp Reversal in Denison, Grayson County: on the southbound US 75 main lanes and frontage roads between FM 120 and Crawford Street. Watch for shoulder closures and lane shifts as workers work on constructing the first retaining wall for this project. The southbound US 75 exit ramp for Crawford Street is closed and traffic wishing to use this exit should use the FM 120 (Morton Street) exit.

US 75 debris pickup, Grayson County: from Collin County line to Oklahoma State line. Watch for mobile operations as workers pick up debris from the roadway every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday during the day-time.

SH 11, Grayson and Fannin County: from US 69 to SH 121. Watch for traffic shifts and occasional one-lane closures as workers rehab and widen the roadway.

ADA Curb Ramp project, Grayson and Fannin County: various locations. Watch for shoulder closures and occasional lane closures as crews work in Honey Grove to install new curb ramps along SH 56.

US 82, Fannin County: from SH 121 to the Lamar County Line. Watch for slow-moving construction equipment as crews work on widening US 82 from a two-lane roadway to a four-lane divided section. Watch for lane closures on FM 100 as crews work to construct the new US 82 bridge over FM 100.

FM 1752, Fannin County: from US 82 to FM 898. Watch for temporary one-lane closures as workers rehab and widen the roadway.

FM 816 & Recreation Road 3, Fannin County: from Fannin-Hunt County line to SH 78 on FM 816, and from FM 273 eastward for two miles on Rec. Road 3 south of Lake Bonham. Watch for temporary lane closures as workers install safety treatments on fixed objects.

CR 4526 at Tributary to Bois D’arc Creek, Fannin County: CR 4526 is closed at the bridge crossing at the tributary to Bois D’arc Creek while crews are replacing the bridge structure.