NEWS
Three people throw hat in for mayor’s unexpired term
The field of applicants seeking to fill out the unexpired term of former Mayor Larry Slack grew to three later this week.
Former councilors Arlene Bishop and Laura Sproles were joined by Brian Allen.
Slack resigned on May 8 citing personal reasons. That term runs until the Nov. 4 election.
Bishop served on the council twice in 2011-12 and in 2014. She left the council early both times citing relocation out of her precinct. She owns Ritzy Rags Pawn and Gun with her husband Tim.
Sproles served on the council from 2011 to 2014. She works in accounting for EOG Resources.
Brian Allen lists his occupation as college professor, but does not list what school or where.
Applications will be taken until May 31 and the council plans to appoint at the June 6 meeting. Mayor Pro Tem Scott Davis will preside until an appointment is made.
A BOIL WATER NOTICE remains in effect for the 800 block of Lively Street. Affected residents should use bottled or boiled water for drinking, cooking, or brushing teeth. If you are impacted by this notice and need bottled water, please call the City’s Emergency Management Coordinator at (940) 977-4941
The heat advisory that has been in place all week continues until 8 p.m. Friday night.
The National Weather Service reports strong high pressure overhead will bring triple digit high temperatures along with heat index readings approaching 110 degrees for much of next week. To reduce risk of heat related illnesses when outdoors, schedule frequent breaks in shaded or air conditioned areas, and stay hydrated.
Make sure to check on your older neighbors to make sure they are staying cool and hydrates, and make sure pets have shade and water.
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