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Downtown Bowie crosswalk gets ‘beefed up’
A downtown Bowie pedestrian crosswalk has been beefed up by the Texas Department of Transportation, and drivers are urged to be aware of and adhere to it.
The crosswalk is located at the intersection of Tarrant Street and State Highway 59.
Bowie Police Chief Guy Green said they have been working with Main Street Bowie and TxDOT to find ways to improve the safety of this area.
With new businesses going in on that block there have been concerns about pedestrian safety. Main Street officials also have concerns about foot traffic during events.
Shannon Skiles, Main Street manager, said she is thrilled to have the crosswalk improved and expanded thanks to the efforts of TxDOT and Chief Green.
“The crosswalk will insure great walkability downtown and improve the safety of pedestrians shopping, dining or attending special events,” said Skiles.
State law states the operator of a vehicle shall yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossing the roadway in a crosswalk if there is no traffic control signal in place.
The chief reports drivers who violate this law may be cited with a traffic ticket for a Class C misdemeanor, which could have a fine up to $500.
“Main Street has concerns as its festivals expand and as businesses open to create a safe environment for pedestrians,” said the chief. “If people feel safe, hopefully it will develop even more foot traffic for this area.”
City of Bowie warns water may begin flowing over the emergency spillway at Amon Carter Lake tonight between 6-7 p.m. due to heavy rainfall and flooding.
Do you think a stone you picked up could be an Indian artifact?
Tales ‘N’ Trails Museum will host “What’s Your Point,” an informational event from 1-3 p.m. on March 9 to have your items reviewed by Dr. Sergio Ayala, PhD of the Gault School of Archeological Research. Cost is $10 per person and museum members are free.
Also bring in any metal artifacts found around Spanish Fort that might have been of European origin. Museum Curator Nellann McBroom said if you cannot attend bring you artifacts and leave them, then pick them up on Monday. Call the museum at 825-5330 with questions.
Oct. 7 is the last day to register to vote in the Nov. 5 general election.
Voters also should double check their voter registration to make sure all the information is up-to-date. Go to votetexas.gov on the Texas Secretary of State’s website to make any address changes.
Registering to vote in Texas is easy, simply complete a voter registration application on the SOS website and return it to your county election office at least 30 days before the upcoming election date.
Fill in the required information, print and sign the complete application. At this late date it may be best to deliver the registration form in person to the election office in the courthouse annex at Montague.
Any additional information on voter registration can be seen on the county website at co.montague.tx.us, click on elections. Direct any questions to the office at 894-2540.
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