Lady Tigers end run
The Whitewright Lady Tiger volleyball team lost against Alvord in the bi-district round of the playoffs at Denton. 

It took five sets and the finals were 27-25, 19-25, 25-21, 20-25, 9-15.

Whitewright ended its season at 29-14.

Alvord (26-13) faces the Wolfe City-Harts Bluff winner in the area round next week.

Lady Pirates lick Lipan 
The Collinsville Lady Pirates volleyball team earned first round victory with a sweep of Lipan last week in Paradise. 

The finals were 25-23, 28-26, 25-11 in the Class 2A Division II Region II bi-district match.

Ali Patterson led the attack with 14 kills and 10 digs. Jaydee Matlock had 10 kills, nine digs and four blocks.

Cali Light added five kills, nine blocks and seven digs. Paige Davidson had 29 assists. Bailey Miller landed 12 digs. Abbie Gamblin offered eight digs.

The win took Collinsville to 22-17 on the year. They faced Detroit in the area round Tuesday at Bells. Results were not available as of press time. 

Lipan finishes the season at 26-14.

Lady Rams rout Village Tech
The S&S Lady Ram volleyball team swept Village Tech last week to advance the second round of the post season. 

The finals were 25-20, 25-17, 25-20 and it was the program’s first playoff victory in four years.

Rylee Garrison, Hannah Foster, Brady Clark, Ryleigh Carr and Bella Bennett led the attack.

S&S advanced to 26-12 on the year and faced the Queen City Tuesday in the area round at Pattonville. 

Results were not available as of press time.

Bulldogs manhandle Monarchs
The Tioga Lady Bulldog volleyball team swept Poolville in the bi-district round Friday at Bowie. 

The finals were 25-22, 25-13, 25-7.

Lindsay David led the Bulldog attack with 14 kills. Kennedy Slay had 11 kills and six digs. Kyndall Whitley offered nine kills and 19 digs. Sadie Bates had 26 assists, 18 digs, five kills and five aces. Maddy Schon and Blair Ballard each had 10 digs.

The win tool Tioga to 35-11 on the year. They faced Trenton in the area round Tuesday at Sherman. Results were not available as of press time. 
Poolville finishes at 25-14.

CALLISBURG (3-6, 3-2) AT BELLS (7-2, 5-0)
The Panthers can claim the District 7-3A Division II championship outright with a victory over the Wildcats at 7 p.m. Friday in Bells.

Callisburg secured a playoff berth with a 12-7 victory over Valley View last week, while Bells defeated Leonard, 42-14, to clinch at least a share of the district title and the league’s No. 1 playoff seed.

The Panthers earned the victory in typical Bells fashion, relying entirely on their ground game. All 352 yards of offense came on the ground, marking the seventh time this season Bells has accomplished that feat.

Two Panthers surpassed 100 rushing yards. Westin Hicks carried nine times for 129 yards and two touchdowns, while Jaxon Brown added 102 yards and a score on 15 carries.

Other contributors included Asa Curtis (10 carries, 76 yards, TD), Jax Pitt (eight carries, 62 yards, TD) and Je’Darius Washington (five carries, 51 yards, TD).

Washington led the defense with 13 tackles, while Brown added 11.

LEONARD (3-6, 3-2) AT HOWE (6-3, 4-1)
The Tigers will attempt to secure a playoff berth when they visit the Bulldogs at 7 p.m. Friday in Howe.

Leonard is coming off a 42-14 loss to Bells, while Howe had a bye last week.

The Bulldogs’ most recent outing also resulted in a loss to Bells.

Howe can secure second place outright in District 7-3A Division II with a victory. The Bulldogs could also claim a share of the district championship with a win and a Bells loss to Callisburg.

Leonard, meanwhile, could finish as high as second place with a victory.

SANGER (7-2, 3-1) AT VAN ALSTYNE (8-1, 4-0)
The Panthers had an opportunity to claim the District 6-4A Division II championship outright when they hosted the Indians on Thursday night.

Sanger entered the contest following a 41-27 victory over Ponder, while Van Alstyne received a forfeit victory against Gainesville last week.

PILOT POINT (7-2, 3-1) AT GUNTER (8-1, 4-0)
The Tigers hosted the Bearcats on Thursday night in a showdown to determine the District 5-3A Division I championship.

Pilot Point entered the matchup following a 58-6 rout of Dallas A+ Academy, while Gunter defeated Dallas Life Oak Cliff, 44-26, last week.

A Gunter victory would give the Tigers the outright district championship and the No. 1 playoff seed.

Pilot Point, meanwhile, could claim a share of the district title and the top seed with a victory, dropping Gunter to second place.

Gunter’s offense was led last week by quarterback Tristan Barton, who rushed seven times for 154 yards and two touchdowns while passing for 90 yards and another score.

Running backs Ashton Pinkernell and Jayden Stogsdill also delivered strong performances. Pinkernell rushed 20 times for 130 yards and a touchdown, while Stogsdill added 120 yards and a score on 11 carries.

Blake Borland contributed a touchdown run, while Alex Fenner caught a touchdown pass.

NOCONA (6-3, 2-2) AT TIOGA (6-3, 3-1)
The Bulldogs had an opportunity to secure second place in District 6-2A Division II when they hosted the Indians on Thursday night.

Nocona entered the contest following a 37-7 loss to Alvord, while Tioga rolled past Olney, 65-6.

Quarterback Camden Stephens powered the Bulldogs’ offense against Olney, passing for 254 yards and six touchdowns while rushing 10 times for 122 yards and two more scores.

Wide receiver Quesyn Arrington caught eight passes for 213 yards and five touchdowns.

Graham Arnold added a fumble return for a touchdown, while Calan Sweeney contributed a touchdown reception.

TRENTON (6-3, 2-3) AT TOM BEAN (6-3, 4-1)
The Tom Cats can secure second place in District 9-2A Division I when they host the Tigers at 7 p.m. Friday.

Trenton is coming off a 51-0 loss to Cooper, while Tom Bean blanked Wolfe City, 55-0.

Paxton Parrish led the Tom Cats against Wolfe City, passing for 163 yards and two touchdowns while rushing 12 times for 106 yards and two more scores. He also converted seven of eight extra-point attempts.

Cain Pearson caught seven passes for 116 yards and two touchdowns.

Other offensive contributors included Tatum Hanson (eight carries, 89 yards, TD), Slayton Farris (eight carries, 77 yards, TD) and Carter Mayo (TD run).

Anthony Secreto added an interception return for a touchdown.

WOLFE CITY (4-5, 1-4) AT WHITEWRIGHT (5-4, 2-3)
The Wolves visit the Tigers at 7 p.m. Friday in a matchup with postseason implications for both teams.

Whitewright and Wolfe City each need Tom Bean to defeat Trenton to remain in playoff contention.

If Tom Bean wins, Whitewright can secure the fourth and final playoff berth with a victory over Wolfe City. The Wolves, meanwhile, must defeat Whitewright by at least 15 points to claim the spot.

If Trenton defeats Tom Bean, both Whitewright and Wolfe City will be eliminated from postseason contention.

Whitewright had a bye last week, while Wolfe City suffered a 55-0 loss to Tom Bean.

DALLAS LIFE OAK CLIFF (7-2, 2-2) AT POTTSBORO (5-4, 1-3)
The Cardinals face a must-win situation when they host the Lions at 7 p.m. Friday in their regular-season finale.

Pottsboro needs a victory to secure a playoff berth.

Both teams are coming off 18-point losses. Dallas Life Oak Cliff fell to Gunter, 44-26, while Pottsboro lost to Whitesboro, 52-34.

Quarterback Brayden Sheffield led the Cardinals against Whitesboro, passing for 206 yards and three touchdowns while rushing 18 times for 62 yards and another score.

Brody Burdette added 69 yards and a touchdown on 19 carries, while Brady Wynn caught six passes for 83 yards and a score.

Corbin Robison contributed four receptions for 56 yards, and Evan Roebuck caught five passes for 39 yards and a touchdown.

S&S (1-8, 0-5) AT VALLEY VIEW (3-6, 2-3)
The Rams had an opportunity to play spoiler when they visited the Eagles on Thursday night.

Both teams entered the contest following losses. Valley View fell to Callisburg, 12-7, while S&S suffered a 55-7 defeat against Blue Ridge.

Valley View still had a path to the postseason entering Thursday’s game.

If the Eagles defeated S&S and both Callisburg and Leonard lost their finales, Valley View would claim third place in District 7-3A Division II.

The Eagles would win the tiebreaker by virtue of their 44-27 victory over Leonard, which defeated Callisburg, 14-8.

Under that scenario, Leonard would claim the fourth playoff spot based on its head-to-head victory over Callisburg.

CELINA (7-2, 5-2) AT DENISON (3-6, 2-5)
The Yellowjackets will look to finish their season on a positive note when they host the Bobcats at 7 p.m. Friday.

Celina enters the contest following a 35-28 loss to District 4-5A Division II leader Anna, while Denison had a bye last week.

With postseason contention out of reach, Denison will attempt to close its season with a victory on its home field.

SAGINAW (1-8, 0-5) AT SHERMAN (1-8, 1-4)
The Bearcats will attempt to close their season with a victory when they host the Rough Riders at 7 p.m. Friday.

Both teams have been eliminated from playoff contention.

Saginaw is coming off a 48-13 loss to Denton, while Sherman had a bye last week.
 

Indictments
Alan Lynn McKinney, 77, of Aubrey, possession of methamphetamine hydrochloride.
Joshua Miguel Rodriguez, 36, of Rowlett, possession of methamphetamine.
Matthew R. Berry, 40, of Mansfield, assault on a family or household member with a previous conviction.
Billy Troy Rebel Hooper, 19, of Weatherford, possession of tetrahydrocannabinol.
Bruce Ray Hill, 56, of Whitewright, possession of methamphetamine hydrochloride.
Verenise G. Lopez, 34, of Collinsville, hindering apprehension or prosecution of a known felon.
Nathan Bradly Hearn, 36, of Howe, possession of psilocin.
Michael Ray Atchley, 43, of Sherman, evading arrest or detention with a vehicle.
Tamara Sue Christian, 58, of Denison, possession of methamphetamine.
Jovanni Javier Gonzales, 21, of Sherman, possession with intent to deliver tramadol; possession of cocaine in a drug-free zone; possession of fentanyl in a drug-free zone.
Luis-Rey Rosas Rosas, 40, of Whitesboro, deadly conduct by discharging a firearm.
Shareka Lakay Shaw, 42, of Denison, possession with intent to deliver cocaine.
Shareka Lakay Shaw, 42, of Denison, possession of cocaine.
Jamile Nicole Wilson, 50, of Denison, possession of cocaine.
Bearin Azeal Hernandez, 19, of Sherman, possession of methamphetamine; tampering with or fabricating physical evidence with intent to impair.
Riley Dylan Harris, 18, of Durant, possession of methamphetamine; tampering with or fabricating physical evidence with intent to impair.
Joshua David Taylor, 39, of Bells, burglary of a habitation.
Clay Andrew Thompson, 47, of Lake Kiowa, impersonating a public servant.
Oscar Leon Hall, 49, of Denison, hindering apprehension or prosecution of a known felon.
Justin Christopher Crosson, 31, of Pottsboro, possession of cocaine.
Miarrey Tyrell Grant, 37, of Denison, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon involving family violence; assault on a family or household member with a previous conviction.
Jarvis Earl Mayberry, 45, of Denison, theft of property valued at less than $2,500 with two or more previous convictions.
Jarvis Earl Mayberry, 45, of Denison, two counts of theft of property valued at less than $2,500 with two or more previous convictions.
Jarvis Earl Mayberry, 45, of Denison, possession of methamphetamine; evading arrest or detention with a previous conviction.
Tana Christine Crouch, 46, of San Angelo, two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon; two counts of intoxication assault involving a vehicle causing serious bodily injury.
Janie Lively-Lingle, 49, of Denison, injury to a child, elderly or disabled individual with intent to cause bodily injury involving family violence; three counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon involving family violence.
Logan Richard Jolly, 19, of Sherman, online solicitation of a minor; possession of child pornography.
Michael Brandon Pearson, 39, of Denison, possession with intent to deliver methamphetamine.
Amanda Jo Kemp, 36, of Sherman, possession of methamphetamine hydrochloride.
Jason William Devers, 50, of Sherman, criminal mischief involving $30,000 or more but less than $150,000; obstruction or retaliation.
Alisa Don Garner, 51, of Denison, forgery with intent to defraud or harm an elderly individual.
Jerry Don Rodgers, 69, of Sherman, possession of methamphetamine.
Xzander Bennie Neil Robles, 21, of Colbert, fraudulent claim of a lottery prize valued at more than $200 but not more than $10,000.
Carol Ann Durst, 70, of Denison, possession of cocaine.
Oscar Giovanni Garcia-Quiroz, 27, of Sherman, possession of cocaine.
Christopher Lynn Crow, 35, of Mead, possession of methamphetamine.
Christopher Lynn Crow, 35, of Mead, possession of methamphetamine.
Zejorian Daqwon Walker, 21, of Sherman, three counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon; murder.
Sean Lee, 35, of Sherman, possession of methamphetamine hydrochloride.
Julio Francisco Tovar Rodriguez, 40, of Sherman, possession of cocaine.
Elizabeth Anne Ahern, 44, of Denison, driving while intoxicated, third or more offense.
Lenyell Dwayne Blanton, 33, of Sherman, driving while intoxicated, third or more offense; unlawful carrying of a weapon with a felony conviction.
Constance Sherece Dehorney, 42, of Sherman, possession of methamphetamine in a drug-free zone.
Darius Lamar Lawson, 43, of Denison, two counts of harassment of a public servant.
Britton Ramon Jefferson, 18, of Sherman, burglary of a building.
Britton Ramon Jefferson, 18, of Sherman, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon; collision involving injury.
John Qualls, 55, of Sherman, burglary of a habitation.
Ashraf Imad Abukhalaf, 32, of Sherman, burglary of a habitation; assault on a peace officer; obstruction or retaliation.
Charleston Dleon Jackson, 46, of Sherman, assault on a family or household member by impeding breathing or circulation; two counts of assault on a family or household member with a previous conviction.
Kevin Junior Jenkins, 63, of Sherman, driving while intoxicated, third or more offense.
Jordan Andrew Mudgett, 33, of Denison, possession of fentanyl.
Jordan Andrew Mudgett, 33, of Denison, possession of fentanyl in a drug-free zone.
Joaquillan Lathan, 39, of Sherman, possession with intent to deliver methamphetamine; possession of a prohibited substance or item in a correctional or civil commitment facility involving methamphetamine.
Angel Nichole Alexander, 29, of Denison, possession of methamphetamine.
Rickey Cornelius McCulley, 46, of Denison, possession of methamphetamine.
Carl Dean Seabourn, 59, of Calera, possession of methamphetamine.
Diego Armando Becerra, 31, of Aubrey, unauthorized use of a motor vehicle; possession of methamphetamine.
Alek Jacob McClure, 26, of Sherman, possession of tetrahydrocannabinol.

Oct. 26 
Sergio Balmore Alfaro Hernandez was arrested by Southmayd PD on an ICE detainer.
Charles Casey Chamblee was arrested by Sherman PD on a charge of obstruction or retaliation.
Jesus Pena was arrested by Sherman PD for driving while intoxicated and was held by GCSO on an ICE detainer.
William Raymond Koiner was arrested by GCSO for harassment.
Gaylene Gay Gibson was arrested by Denison PD for driving while intoxicated and resisting arrest, search or transport.
Madalynn Kay Keith Perez was arrested by GCSO on a failure-to-appear warrant for interfering with an emergency 911 call for assistance.
Daya Shanttell Tate was arrested by Sherman PD for assault causing bodily injury.
Gina Rae Brumley was arrested by GCSO for possession of a controlled substance, Penalty Group 1/1-B, less than 1 gram.
Sarah Christina Stone was arrested by GCSO on two bench warrants for assault of a public servant.
Alexander Nicholas Isenhower was arrested by GCSO on a bench warrant for making a terroristic threat.
Jessica Renee Craddock was arrested by Sherman PD for injury to a child, elderly or disabled person with intent to cause bodily injury.
Gary Lynn Myers was arrested by GCSO for driving while intoxicated.
Joshua Charles Bunn was arrested by Sherman PD for assault causing bodily injury-family violence.
Joel Rico-Vargas was arrested by GCSO on a failure-to-appear warrant for driving while intoxicated, second offense, and was held on an ICE detainer.

Oct. 27 
Lyle David Swink Jr. was arrested by Denison PD for driving while license invalid.
Anthony Brian Sienko was arrested by Sherman PD for driving while intoxicated.
Shauna Marie Brummett was arrested by GCSO for theft of property valued at $100 or more but less than $750.
Tanya Lynne Starr was arrested by GCSO for assault of a family or household member with a previous conviction.
Curtis Neal Foster was arrested by GCSO for assault of a family or household member by impeding breathing or circulation with a previous conviction and burglary of a habitation.
Christopher Damon Atnip was arrested by GCSO for burglary of a habitation.
Jayden Cheyenne Roland was arrested by Denison PD for possession of a controlled substance, Penalty Group 1/1-B, less than 1 gram, and tampering with or fabricating physical evidence with intent to impair.
Melissa Nichole Hernandez was arrested by GCSO for enhanced theft of property valued at $100 or more but less than $750.

Oct. 28 
Adrienne Nicole Martin was arrested by Sherman PD for driving while intoxicated, second offense.
Monique C. Hagans was arrested by GCSO for possession of a controlled substance, Penalty Group 1/1-B, 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams.
Jimmy Lee Hall II was arrested by GCSO for driving while intoxicated.
Freedom Christopher Demoure was arrested by Denison PD for assault of a family or household member by impeding breathing or circulation.
Brandy Lynn Baker was arrested by GCSO for two counts of theft of property valued at $100 or more but less than $750, theft of property valued at $750 or more but less than $2,500, and illegal dumping of 500 pounds or more but less than 1,000 pounds or 100 cubic feet or more but less than 200 cubic feet.
Derick Lamonte Wilson was arrested by Sherman PD for robbery, assault of a family or household member with a previous conviction, assault of a pregnant person and a parole violation.
Thomas Isaiah Carter Jr. was arrested by Sherman PD for hindering the apprehension or prosecution of a known felon.
Troy Don Earheart was arrested by GCSO on a motion to adjudicate for possession of a controlled substance, Penalty Group 1/1-B, 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams, and an additional charge of possession of a controlled substance, Penalty Group 1/1-B, less than 1 gram.
Johnny Antonio Araujo was arrested by GCSO for evading arrest or detention with a vehicle.
Matthew Cesar Ponce was arrested by Sherman PD for possession of visual material depicting sexual assault.
Pablo Natanael Aguilera was arrested by Sherman PD on a motion to adjudicate for evading arrest or detention with a vehicle.

Oct. 29 
Joseph Rashad Johnson was arrested by Sherman PD for Class C assault-family violence.
Matthew Charles Lanham was arrested by Van Alstyne PD for stalking.
Rene Tanner Magers was arrested by GCSO for driving while intoxicated, third or more offense.
Carlos Alfonso Castaneda was arrested by Sherman PD for theft of property valued at $100 or more but less than $750.
Omar M. Gonzalez Martinez was arrested by Sherman PD for injury to a child, elderly or disabled person by recklessly causing bodily injury; assault of a family or household member by impeding breathing or circulation; and resisting arrest, search or transport.
Chad Murphy was arrested by Howe PD for possession of a controlled substance, Penalty Group 1/1-B, 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams, and possession of a controlled substance, Penalty Group 2, 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams.
Mason Tyler Little was arrested by GCSO for public intoxication.
Darian Payge Swafford was arrested by Sherman PD for driving while intoxicated.
Tabitha Lynn Arshad was arrested by GCSO on two motions to adjudicate for possession of a controlled substance, Penalty Group 1, including one involving 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams and another involving less than 1 gram.
Eric Nathan Ranker was arrested by Sherman PD for evading arrest or detention.
Aslyn Mary Housewright was arrested by GCSO on a motion to adjudicate for possession of a controlled substance, Penalty Group 1-B, less than 1 gram.
Keaton Shane George was arrested by GCSO for driving while intoxicated, third or more offense.
Logan Richard Jolly was arrested by GCSO for online solicitation of a minor and possession of child pornography.
Mikhael Jean Corsi was arrested by GCSO on a Dallas County charge of criminal mischief involving damage of $100 or more but less than $750 and for making a terroristic threat intended to cause fear of imminent serious bodily injury.

Oct. 30 
Bryan Oral Brewer was arrested by Howe PD for assault causing bodily injury-family violence.
Jeremy Edward Dunn was arrested by Sherman PD for assault causing bodily injury.
Fernando Ramirez-Jimenez was booked by Collinsville PD on an ICE detainer.
Ronald Lee Meadows was arrested by Sherman PD for possession of a controlled substance, Penalty Group 1/1-B, 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams.
Robert Leon Roberts was arrested by Sherman PD for theft from a person.
Alonso Ivan Sanchez was booked by Collinsville PD on an ICE detainer.
Jose Luis Montes was arrested by GCSO for assault causing bodily injury-family violence.
Heriberto Briones Sierra was booked by Collinsville PD on an ICE detainer.
Martinnie Sue Hagberg was arrested by GCSO for driving while intoxicated.
Janie Elizabeth Lively-Lingle was arrested by Denison PD on three counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon-family violence.
Demottie Andra Harris was arrested by GCSO for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.
Darrell Javon Trust was arrested by GCSO for driving while intoxicated with a child under 15, possession of marijuana under 2 ounces, unlawfully carrying a weapon with a previous felony conviction and two counts of assault causing bodily injury.
Esteban Gutierrez was arrested by Denison PD for a parole violation.
Shanna Aline Russell was arrested by Sherman PD for criminal trespass.
Daniel James Hemingway was booked by GCSO as a weekender for driving while intoxicated, third or more offense.
Samuel Lee Loya was booked by GCSO as a weekender for evading arrest or detention with a vehicle.
Thomas Christopher Bush was arrested by GCSO for attempted cruelty to a non-livestock animal involving killing, poisoning or serious bodily injury.
Brandon William Zuspann was booked by GCSO as a weekender for sexual assault of a child.
Stephen Anthony Doss was arrested by GCSO for possession of a controlled substance, Penalty Group 1/1-B, 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams.
Scarlett Marie Sparks was arrested by Denison PD for criminal mischief involving damage of $750 or more but less than $2,500.
Akeem Olajuwon Guthrie was arrested by GCSO on a failure-to-appear warrant for interfering with an emergency 911 call for assistance.
Zaniya Denise Williams was arrested by Sherman PD for public intoxication.
Christopher Dunbar Hayes was booked by GCSO as a weekender for two counts of possession of a controlled substance, Penalty Group 1, less than 1 gram.

Oct. 31
Brenda Valery Wells was arrested by GCSO for assault causing bodily injury-family violence.
Nydric Juan Kelly was arrested by Sherman PD for minor in possession of an alcoholic beverage, failure to maintain financial responsibility and resisting arrest, search or transport.
Alisa Don Garner was arrested by GCSO for forgery with intent to defraud or harm an elderly person.
Arevalo Morales Martinez was booked by Tioga PD on an ICE detainer.
John Laythan Gonzales was arrested by Sherman PD for driving while intoxicated.
Jesse James Whitmire was arrested by Van Alstyne PD for two counts of possession of a controlled substance, Penalty Group 2, 4 grams or more but less than 400 grams, and possession of marijuana under 2 ounces.
Edward Allen Burris was arrested by Denison PD for driving while intoxicated.
John Michael Hawk was arrested by Denison PD for obscene promotion, production or direction; possession of a controlled substance, Penalty Group 1/1-B, 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams; possession of a controlled substance, Penalty Group 3, less than 28 grams; and possession of marijuana under 2 ounces.
Daylan Boucher was arrested by Sherman PD for public intoxication and burglary of a habitation.
Darlin Jose Gomez Gonzalez was arrested by Howe PD for driving while intoxicated with an open alcohol container and was held by GCSO on an ICE detainer.
Jeremy Curtis Cole was arrested by GCSO for driving while intoxicated, third or more offense.
Alfonzo Davis was arrested by Sherman PD on Dallas County charges of manufacture or delivery of a controlled substance, Penalty Group 1-B, 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams, and possession of marijuana, more than 4 ounces but not more than 5 pounds.
Kristi Leeann Hammons was arrested by Sherman PD for public intoxication.

Nov. 1
Grace Elizabeth Tamburin was arrested by GCSO for assault causing bodily injury-family violence.
Van Cung Lian was arrested by Sherman PD for driving while intoxicated, second offense.
James Dustin Atkinson was arrested by GCSO for public intoxication.
Aubrianna Renee Harden was arrested by Sherman PD for driving while intoxicated.
Jake Robert Godwin was arrested by Sherman PD for public intoxication.
Kindle Ann Hill was arrested by Sherman PD for public intoxication.
Terry Allen Peters was arrested by Sherman PD for assault of hospital personnel on hospital property.
Dexter Kennedy was arrested by Pottsboro PD for driving while intoxicated, second offense.
Lameka Antionette Farrow was arrested by Sherman PD for enhanced theft of property valued at less than $100 and burglary of a building by entering or concealing oneself with intent to commit theft.
Francisco Javier Enriquez was booked by Collinsville PD on an ICE detainer.
Jorge Enriquez was booked by Collinsville PD on an ICE detainer.
Joshua Blake Cleveland was arrested by Sherman PD for two counts of failure to maintain financial responsibility, driving while license invalid and having an open alcohol container.
 

Nuclear power projects coming to Texas
Billions of dollars in federal grants and lucrative tax credits are driving more than a half/dozen nuclear power projects in the state, the Houston Chronicle reported.

A number of startup nuclear companies are located in the state, most setting up offices in and around Austin. Several universities, including Texas Tech, Texas 
A&M and Abilene Christian University, are partnering with the companies.

In Abilene, the startup Natural Resources is building a test reactor on ACU’s campus. The plan is to eventually produce small modular reactors on an assembly-line basis.

“I can see Stargate, one of the world’s largest data centers, out my window,” said CEO Jordan Robison. “The need is out there. We need to find clean, firm generation sources. The technology is proven, and we have the ability to bring the cost down.”

Some skeptics question whether nuclear power is economically feasible. Andrew Kleinman, an analyst at the research firm Wood Mackenzie, said no one has proven that building nuclear reactors can compete economically with more traditional power sources, such as natural gas plants, or wind and solar farms.

“It’s all still pretty early on. We have one project under construction and one that just got a construction permit,” he said. “We don’t know how much it’s going to cost, but odds are the first ones are going to be expensive.”

Texans are getting older, census data shows
The median age of a Texas resident last year was 36.2 years, according to census data, nearly 3 years older than the state’s median age a decade ago. The data shows that Texas still remains significantly younger than the country as a whole. The median U.S. age was 39.5 years, The Dallas Morning News reported.

“I don’t think I would flag it as a bad thing for Texas,” said Lloyd Potter, a professor emeritus at the Texas Demographic Center. He said the state’s rising educational levels and diverse workforce are encouraging signs.

Potter said the rising median age in Texas largely reflects the aging baby boomer population and lower birth rates.

“We’re still a young state, but we are getting older,” he added.  

Families can use voucher money to shop online
Texas families who have opted to enter the state’s new school voucher program received another round of funding in October, and families have spent nearly $50 million on purchases through the online marketplace Odyssey, the Texas Standard reported. That is about 20% of the $270 million allocated thus far.

Families can receive up to $10,400 per child. While much of that goes for tuition and fees at private schools, money left over can be spent for books, school supplies, tutoring, therapy, and enrichment activities.
Questions have been raised about oversight of the voucher program, which was originally funded with $1 billion of taxpayer money. Travis Pillow oversees the program for the Texas Comptroller’s Office.

“Everything that is on that online purchasing platform has been reviewed to ensure that it meets the requirements in the law and is an eligible education expense,” Pillow said.

Texas families can choose from more than 2,200 approved vendors. That includes businesses offering cheerleading, piano, and cooking classes, as well as jiu-jitsu lessons.

State Sen. Royce West, D-Dallas, said allowing families to use taxpayer money for purchases beyond private school tuition is unfair.

“I can give you $10,000, and you can use a portion of that $10k, which is taxpayer money, in order to procure services and/or products at taxpayers’ expense,” West said. “You can’t do that in a public school.”

Waterfowl hunters can help halt spread of invasive species
Waterfowl hunters can do their part to halt the spread of invasive species that reduce habitat quality, block recreational access and harm aquatic infrastructure, according to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

They can do so by taking a few minutes to clean, drain, and dry their boats and equipment, including decoys and other hunting gear, before traveling between lakes. Some tips:
• Use a wet/dry vacuum to he lp remove plants from the boat, trailer and most equipment before rinsing with a water hose that can push plant fragments into small, unreachable spaces;
• Use a water hose to rinse waders and decoys after hand removing plants, mud and organisms, with a stiff brush to clean out boot treads;
• Take care to drain water out of decoys and consider adding drain holes to older, cracked decoys that tend to hold water or plant fragments.

One of the key culprits for Texas lakes is giant salvinia, a highly invasive aquatic fern that can double its coverage area in a week.

“Giant salvinia is often thought of as a plant that causes recreational access issues for anglers and boaters, but additionally it can create serious problems for waterfowl hunters,” said Jessica Metz of TPWD.

“This invasive plant can not only form thick mats that block hunters’ access to prime waterfowl hunting areas but also outgrow and replace the native plants that waterfowl rely on for food and high-quality habitat. Taking time to clean, drain and dry boats, equipment, waders, and other gear can help protect waterfowl as well as maintain your gear.”

Giant salvinia is currently found on 30 East Texas lakes and numerous rivers, creeks and marshes.

Gary Borders is a veteran award-winning Texas journalist. He published a number of community newspapers in Texas during a 30-year span, including in Longview, Fort Stockton, Nacogdoches, Lufkin and Cedar Park. Email: gborders@texaspress.com
 

Ty B. Kerley, DMin., is an ordained minister who teaches Christian apologetics and relief preaches in Southern Oklahoma. Dr. Kerley and his wife, Vicki, are members of the Waurika Church of Christ, and live in Ardmore, OK. You can contact him at dr.kerley@isGoddead.com
 

Devlyn Brooks is the CEO of Churches United in Moorhead, Minn., and an ordained pastor in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America serving Faith Lutheran Church in Wolverton, Minn. He blogs about faith at findingfaithin.com, and can be reached at devlynbrooks@gmail.com

Downtown parking lot moves forward
The board approved revised versions of a ground lease agreement and right of first refusal property option agreement with property owner Brandon White for a proposed downtown parking lot on Collinsville Street.

The agreements have been under review as the EDC and Collinsville Industrial Development Corporation work toward securing additional parking for downtown businesses and visitors.

Revisions prepared by the city’s attorney address concerns raised by both organizations, including provisions governing termination of the lease and protections related to the property’s potential sale.

The right of first refusal provisions were revised to address concerns that the property could be offered to the development corporations at a higher price than another prospective buyer.

Although the EDC approved the revised agreements Monday, the arrangement is not yet finalized.

The IDC is expected to consider the agreements Thursday, and White must also approve the terms before the project can proceed. City Council approval will also be required.

Board members discussed preliminary construction estimates and the need to obtain an additional bid before selecting a contractor.

The proposed parking lot would have a gravel surface rather than asphalt, although engineering considerations, including drainage and soil conditions, remain under review.

According to EDC chairman Joseph Cartwright, the board wants to ensure the project is completed properly rather than simply accepting the lowest construction estimate.

“I’d rather pay the higher upfront and get the thing done properly than have the whoopsie moment,” Cartwright said.

City Administrator Dannielle Talley said soil testing will not begin until the property agreements are signed to avoid spending public money on a project that has not been secured.

“Until this contract is signed, we’re not moving forward with soil samples because if the contract doesn’t get signed, we’ve just wasted money,” Talley said.

She cautioned that even after the agreements are finalized, additional engineering and preparation will be required before construction begins.

Agricultural initiative could reshape local economy
A lengthy discussion centered on the proposed Collinsville Harvest Exchange, an initiative intended to strengthen local agriculture, support small businesses and keep more consumer spending within the community.

The concept goes beyond a traditional farmers market.

As envisioned, the Harvest Exchange could connect local farmers, ranchers, home-based food producers, restaurants and other businesses through a coordinated network of local production and sales.

Cartwright discussed opportunities for restaurants to purchase locally produced ingredients, commercial kitchens to help process agricultural products and small producers to develop new business opportunities.

“We have to figure out how that thing becomes an engine driving economic development,” Cartwright said. “We are so early on right now. I don’t know how that translates just yet.”

The broader goal would be to strengthen local food security while creating additional economic activity within Collinsville, Cartwright said.

He emphasized that the initiative is intended to develop an interconnected local economy rather than simply establish another place for vendors to sell their products.

“This is not a farmer’s market,” Cartwright said.

He said keeping agricultural production and consumer spending close to home could provide economic benefits while reducing the community’s dependence on outside suppliers.

“If we’re dependent on Austin and we’re dependent on Washington and supply lines that are outside of Collinsville, we have already lost control,” Cartwright said.

Board members also discussed the possibility of using vacant downtown commercial space as a business incubator for agricultural producers, artists and other entrepreneurs.

One potential location would require substantial improvements before it could accommodate businesses.

Preliminary estimates discussed during the meeting suggested that preparing the space could cost at least $60,000.

No funding commitment was made.

A central question was whether the Harvest Exchange should operate as a permanent EDC subcommittee, an independent nonprofit organization or another type of business entity.

Board members acknowledged that each approach would have advantages and limitations, particularly regarding city oversight, organizational responsibilities and long-term operations.

Cartwright said maintaining a connection to the city would be important because the Harvest Exchange is envisioned as a communitywide initiative rather than a private business venture.

“What I want is city council buy-in and EDC buy-in,” he said.

The board voted unanimously to pursue adding language to its bylaws allowing permanent subcommittees.

The proposed change will require additional review, including consideration by the city’s attorney and approval by the City Council.

The EDC has not formally established a Harvest Exchange subcommittee, and the initiative remains in the planning stages.

City, EDC to review downtown incentives
The EDC also scheduled a joint workshop with the Collinsville City Council for Monday, Nov. 9, at 6:30 p.m. at the Collinsville Annex Building.

The workshop will focus on the city’s Downtown Economic Development Incentives Policy.

The program, which has previously provided a framework for encouraging downtown business improvements, is currently on hold while officials reconsider its guidelines and financial commitments.

Board members emphasized that the workshop will be exploratory, with no immediate plans to resume funding this budget year.

“That whole program is on hold until further notice,” Cartwright said. “We’re not doing anything with it until we reevaluate.”

Among the possibilities discussed were revising existing incentives and considering additional types of improvements, including building facades, awnings, rear entrances and security lighting.

Officials also discussed the possibility of consulting economic development professionals from other communities after the initial workshop.

Cartwright said the first meeting should focus on bringing the City Council and EDC together to identify the program’s priorities before seeking outside assistance.

“Let’s do this first meeting on our own because we’re just trying to get council and EDC together to figure out what all this is,” he said.

Any proposed policy revisions would return to the EDC for consideration before being forwarded to the City Council.

Sidewalk improvements underway
Downtown sidewalk improvements were another topic of discussion.

The Keep Collinsville Beautiful and Texas Department of Transportation sidewalk project is moving forward, with materials arriving and work beginning.

“Our sidewalks are gonna look a lot better here pretty soon in Collinsville,” Cartwright said.

The project is intended to improve both the appearance and safety of downtown sidewalks.

Keep Collinsville Beautiful volunteers have also been working on improvements to the downtown median.

Separately, the EDC discussed plans to install decorative lighting in the median.

The board previously budgeted money for the project but has not received firm pricing for the proposed fixtures.

Preliminary estimates discussed Monday placed the cost of the lighting at approximately $7,000 to $10,000, although final costs remain uncertain.

The board voted to table the matter until additional pricing information becomes available.

Christmas on the Square preparations continue
The EDC also discussed its participation in Christmas on the Square, scheduled for Dec. 1.

The organization plans to serve hot chocolate during the event, coordinating with the Industrial Development Corporation, which plans to serve coffee.

The Collinsville Area Chamber of Commerce is also planning cookie-decorating activities.

Board members discussed positioning the organizations near one another to make the activities more convenient for visitors.

The EDC also wants to provide informational materials explaining its role in the community, an element members said was missing from their participation in Pioneer Day.

A waterline is being installed at the annex building to support the coffee equipment and provide an outdoor water connection for future events.

The Chamber is also working to purchase a new large outdoor Christmas tree, with a target budget of approximately $5,000.

The EDC has allocated $2,500 toward the tree through its project budget.

Chamber Director Austin Lewter said the celebration will remain downtown despite the possibility of ongoing sidewalk construction.

Lewter said organizers had considered moving the event because of the construction but ultimately decided to keep the celebration on the square.

“The consensus was that we just keep it here and we make it work,” Lewter said.

Plans also include wagon rides, a chili supper and a visit from Santa Claus.

Chamber reports on Pioneer Day
Lewter presented a financial report on behalf of the Chamber on this year’s Pioneer Day celebration that included $24,322 in event expenses.

Although sponsorship revenue declined, Lewter said organizers reduced expenses enough to keep the event’s overall financial results approximately in line with the previous year.

“We lost two title sponsors. That was $5,000,” Lewter said.

He said several other sponsors also reduced their financial commitments, although the Chamber was able to adjust spending to compensate for the losses.

“The bottom line is about the same because we spent less money than we did last year,” Lewter said.

Despite the financial challenges, Lewter said the event was well received.

“I thought it was a successful event,” Lewter said. “One of the best parades we’ve had in a while.”

Discussion also focused on maintaining the event’s small-town character and keeping vendor fees affordable.

Lewter said the organization has deliberately avoided the higher vendor fees charged by some larger festivals to encourage participation by local businesses and nonprofit organizations.

He said organizers have also resisted pressure to significantly expand the event, arguing that its smaller scale is part of its appeal.

“I think some of the charm of what we do here” comes from the festival’s size, Lewter said. “I think we’re kind of at capacity now, and I think being at capacity is OK.”

Lewter also emphasized the importance of keeping money generated by the event circulating among local businesses and community organizations.

EDC looks toward 2027
The board received an update on its strategic plan, which is intended to translate the city’s comprehensive economic development goals into specific projects and budget priorities.

Among the ideas discussed was a local business and career fair that could connect Collinsville employers with residents seeking jobs.

The event could also give the EDC an opportunity to learn more about local businesses’ hiring needs, expansion plans and other challenges.

“We need to get our Collinsville people working that need jobs,” Cartwright said.

Board members were encouraged to identify portions of the implementation plan they would be willing to oversee.

Cartwright said he hopes to begin implementing additional projects in January, following the board’s annual officer elections.

He emphasized that the success of the plan will depend on members taking responsibility for individual projects rather than leaving the work to a handful of people.

“This will not be a dusty plan sitting on a shelf doing nothing,” Cartwright said.

In other business, the board unanimously approved the use of a new promotional character, Pirate Captain Theodore S. Collins, and his bird sidekick, Bill, in EDC marketing.

The characters combine Collinsville’s Pirate identity with the community’s railroad history and are intended to provide a recognizable theme for future promotional efforts.

The EDC’s next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, Nov. 23, at 9 a.m. in the City Annex Building.

The board will consider any changes to its December meeting schedule at that time.

Suzanne Bellsnyder is editor and publisher of the Hansford County Reporter-Statesman and Sherman County Gazette. Subscribe at TexasRuralReporter.Substack.com

A turning point in Texas politics
Tuesday’s results represented a major reversal for Texas Republicans, who had maintained control of every statewide elected office for more than three decades.

The Democratic victories came amid voter concerns about affordability, public education, government accountability and the direction of state and national politics.

The results also underscored the growing electoral importance of suburban voters, particularly in North Texas, where Democrats performed strongly in several closely watched contests.

For Democrats, the election ended a lengthy statewide losing streak and opened a new chapter in Texas politics.

For Republicans, the defeats raised questions about the party’s political strategy and its ability to maintain the coalition that had dominated Texas elections since the 1990s.

Down Ballot Races
As of press time Tuesday, Democrat Jon Rosenthal was leading Bo French for Railroad Commissioner with 55.9% of the vote. 

Likewise, Democrat Vikki Goodwin was leading incumbent Dan Patrick for Lieutenant Governor with 54.9% of the vote. 

Democrat Sarah Eckhardt was leading incumbent Don Huffines for Comptroller with 54.9% of the vote. 

Democrat Benjamin Flores led incumbent Dawn Buckingham for Land Commissioner with 54.9% of the vote. 

Clayton Tucker was leading Nate Sheets for Agriculture Commissioner with 54.7% of the vote. 

Local Republicans bucked statewide and national trends though. 

At press time Tuesday, incumbent Republican Congressman Pat Fallon (TX-4) led Democrat Jason Perce with 53.9% of the vote. 

Incumbent State Representative Shelley Luther (District 62) led Democrat Catherine Thorne with 70.5% of the vote. 

Down the road in Denton County Incumbent Republican, and Whitesboro native, Jared Patterson, (District 106) was in a dead heat with challenger Joe Mayes.

Grayson County votes Red
Republican candidates maintained their stronghold in Grayson County on Tuesday, sweeping the major statewide and congressional races and winning all contested countywide races in the Nov. 3 general election.

According to unofficial results released by the Grayson County Elections Administration at 9:18 p.m. Tuesday, 54,184 of the county’s 94,498 registered voters cast ballots, representing a turnout of 57.3%.

Republicans carried the county by big margins in races across the board while several Republican candidates for county offices ran unopposed.

Paxton received 36,326 votes in Grayson County compared with 16,190 for Talarico. Libertarian Ted Brown received 1,266 votes.

In the governor’s race, Abbott received 37,644 votes in Grayson County compared with 15,327 for Hinojosa. Libertarian Pat Dixon received 916 votes.

Fallon also carried Grayson County in his bid for another term representing Texas’ 4th Congressional District. Fallon received 38,617 votes compared with 14,767 for Pearce.

In the AG’s race, Middleton received 37,772 votes in Grayson County compared with 14,946 for Johnson. Libertarian Tom Oxford received 838 votes.

The Republican advantage extended throughout the statewide ballot.

Lt. Gov. Patrick received 37,737 votes compared with 14,820 for Goodwin.

Huffines received 37,874 votes compared with 14,622 for Eckhardt.

In the race for Texas House District 62, Luther received 37,547 votes compared with 15,115 for Thorne.

Republicans also faced no Democratic opposition in several county-level races.

County Judge Bruce Dawsey received 41,626 votes in his unopposed bid for another term.

Kerye Ashmore received 41,017 votes for judge of County Court at Law No. 1, while Rick Dunn received 41,106 votes for judge of County Court at Law No. 2.

District Clerk Kelly Clark Ashmore received 41,210 votes.

County Clerk Tammy Reddic received 41,085 votes and County Treasurer Gayla Hawkins received 41,384 votes. 

All three Republicans ran unopposed.

Republican Art Clayton also ran unopposed for judge of the 397th Judicial District Court, receiving 40,770 votes.

Although Republicans dominated the Grayson County returns, county-level results do not necessarily reflect the outcome of statewide races, which are determined by votes cast across Texas.

The results remain unofficial until they are canvassed and certified by the appropriate election authorities.

On March 13, 2024, I loaded my flatbed trailer with as much feed as it could carry and headed to the Texas Panhandle. The Smokehouse Creek fire had become the largest wildfire in Texas history, and thousands of cattle had died. Over two days, I sat at kitchen tables and walked through burned-out barns with ranchers who had lost their herds, their fences, and at least a year of income. That trip became a documentary titled “We’re Here” (available on Amazon Prime) about the people who showed up to help them. Those families still had their land, but it also now carried a mounting debt load, and land is the largest asset that determines a ranch family’s value on paper.

That gap, between what a family owns and what it actually has to spend, is exactly what some in Washington want to tax. Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Ro Khanna have proposed a 5 percent tax on billionaires’ net worth, charged every year. Sen. Elizabeth Warren’s plan starts at $50 million. Sen. Ron Wyden would tax unrealized gains, the yearly rise in what an asset is worth, sold or not. All three sit on the Democratic side of the aisle, and all three make the same pitch: this is someone else’s tax. Sanders’ office promises that no one worth less than $1 billion would pay a penny more, but that is where it always begins; once the principle is in place, the push to tax anyone with any assets follows.

The fires brought a second blow. With grass, barns, and water wells burned, many ranchers were forced to liquidate their herds overnight. That created a sudden influx of unplanned income that pushed many of them into a higher tax bracket, punishing them at a time of great loss. After they paid the tax bill, they had even less money to buy back their herds once they recovered.

Americans have heard promises like this before. When the federal income tax arrived in 1913, fewer than one percent of Americans paid it. By World War II, it had become a mass tax on the middle class. Nobody ran for office promising to tax working families. The line simply kept moving. It always does.

The very wealthy are the people best able to move assets, restructure, or leave. California voters haven’t even voted on their billionaire tax yet, and six billionaires have already publicly left, taking an estimated quarter of the expected revenue with them. When the money falls short, politicians don’t cut the programs they promised. They go looking for the next tier down. In New York City, a mayor elected on taxing the rich threatened a 9.5 percent property tax hike when Albany balked at taxing the wealthy, a bill that would have landed squarely on middle-class homeowners. He has since signaled he will likely back off, but the instinct showed.

In Texas, the next tier down is land. The statewide price of rural land has climbed sharply since 2020, and anyone ranching on the edge of Dallas–Fort Worth can watch the growth creep toward the fence line. None of that shows up in a cattle check. A tax on paper value would bill ranchers for gains they could only collect by selling the ground their cattle graze. Texas has lost about 68 farms a week in recent years, and more than 1,000 acres of working land a day.

This taxation wouldn’t stop at the pasture gate, either. Along with the ranch, I run a ranch-to-table business with restaurants in Rockwall and Royse City. A net-worth tax counts the cattle, the trucks, the buildings, and the value of the business itself, and I can’t cash any of it in to pay the proposed new tax bill. Khanna has already pushed for a deferral for startup founders whose stock can’t be sold yet. If taxing paper wealth is unfair to a founder who can’t sell, it is unfair to a rancher who won’t sell the land his family depends on.

Texans have already drawn their own line. In November 2025, voters banned a state tax on capital gains, realized or not, and gave about 90 percent support to property tax relief for homes destroyed by fire. We understand that a family recovering from disaster needs room to rebuild, not a new bill, and never a new tax on unrealized inflation. But those votes bind Austin. They do not influence Congress.

Whoever Texans send to the U.S. Senate on Nov. 3, and every member of our House delegation, should state plainly for the record that they will oppose any federal tax on net worth or unrealized gains, no matter where the threshold starts, and keep it out of any year-end deal in Washington.

After the fires, strangers drove hundreds of miles to tell Panhandle ranchers, “We’re Here.” They brought the grain and hay. Washington offered little help, no hay or grain, and should not show up now with a tax bill on land families are fighting to keep.

Lee Wells is a rancher, entrepreneur, and owner of Wells Cattle Company, a ranch-to-table business with restaurants in Rockwall and Royse City. He is also an author and filmmaker whose documentary “We’re Here” tells the story of Texas Panhandle ranchers after the 2024 wildfires.