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🌱 What Zach Flores’ retirement means for Sherman’s city leadership now

Spotted on the Sherman calendar: Sherman Evening Lions Club 8th Annual Chili Cook-Off

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Hi there, Sherman! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What Zach Flores' retirement means for Sherman's city leadership now
  • See what's inside Sherman's massive new Bearcats stadium opening Friday

Also on today's calendar: Sherman Evening Lions Club 8th Annual Chili Cook-Off and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: When geese fly, one side is longer than the other. do you know why that is ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Hot, with a high of 99 and low of 76 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Hot, temps: high: 99, low: 76.
  • Saturday: Toasty conditions, with a high of 98 and low of 75 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Flores reflects on multifaceted career with City of Sherman (kten.com) — Sherman's city manager, Dr. Zachary Flores, is retiring after a long career that took him from police officer to police chief, public safety director, and finally city manager. He's moving into the local private sector, while acting city manager Clint Philpot steps in as the council-led transition continues and the city's growth, including its new police headquarters, moves forward.
   

• A full deep dive into the home of the Sherman Bearcats at the Tommy Hudspeth Athletic Complex (kdhnews.com) — Sherman is opening its new five-story Bearcats stadium Friday night, replacing the historic Bearcat Stadium that served the community for 85 years. With 8,000 seats, shaded areas, modern amenities, and preserved memorabilia at midfield, school and city leaders see the complex as a key investment in Sherman's future and a draw for families moving north.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Found this sweet guy 2 weeks ago.
    He's very laid back and well behaved. No one has came forward to claim him. He just had a trip to the groomers and is waiting for his forever home… (Nextdoor Pebblebrook - Sherman)
  • If anyone sees a black & white border collie mix running around near McGee St, please reach out.
    He answers to Juno, very sweet but hyper and will jump up on you. He decided to go for a joy run this morning and we are wanting him to come back… (Nextdoor Lamberth Rd/Heritage Pkwy)
  • Chili's Grill & Bar posted a job opening for Food Runner - Sherman Chili's in Sherman. Apply here.
  • Olive Garden posted a job opening for Dishwasher in Sherman. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Sherman here.

🗞 Nearby News

Denison

  • Denison officials reveal extent of Waterloo Pool damage, discuss next steps (kten.com)
  • As Jadarian Price replaces the Super Bowl MVP, he'll always draw on his mother's strength (nytimes.com)
  • Grayson College program teaches the business of agriculture (kten.com)

Gunter

  • Gunter ISD baseball coach placed on leave following 'inappropriate comments' probe (kxii.com)

Ok Sherman! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!)
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