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Bowie to pull out of Texas Main Street City program after 20 years; new citywide program proposed

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By BARBARA GREEN
After 20 years as a Texas Main Street City, the Bowie City Council voted Tuesday night to leave the state program and establish a yet unnamed program that would apply to the entire city not just to the downtown Central Business District, but also focus primarily on tourism and beautification.
The proposal was developed and discussed with the Main Street Board of volunteers and its city-paid director Shannon Skiles during a recent meeting.
In a statement to the council Tuesday, Mayor Gaylynn Burris said as Main Street exists now it promotes historic preservation and revitalization through community participation and collaborative partnerships all to create a “thriving Bowie.”
Completely funded through the city budget and its sponsorships, Main Street is known for its major festivals, as well as promotion of building facade improvements through grant support. Burris said while the program has been successful she says it “needs an update.” Burris pushed through a plan to pull out of Main Street and establish a new city-wide program that tackles beautification and tourism.

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Flood advisory issued for Montague County

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Flood Advisory issued July 6 at 12:32PM CDT until July 6 at 3:30PM CDT by NWS Fort Worth TX

* WHAT…Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive

rainfall is expected.

* WHERE…Portions of Montague and Wise counties in north central

Texas

* WHEN…Until 330 PM CDT.

* IMPACTS…Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…

– Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. This

will likely cause urban and small stream flooding. Low lying

and/or poor drainage areas will experience minor flooding in

the advisory area. Up to 1.5 inches of rain have fallen.

– Some locations that will experience flooding include…

Decatur, Bridgeport, Bowie, Alvord, Chico, Paradise, Sunset,

Lake Bridgeport, Lake Amon G Carter, Runaway Bay, Park

Springs, Crafton, Fruitland, Balsora, Cottondale, Mallard,

Forestburg and Boonsville.

Instructions

Turn around, don’t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood

deaths occur in vehicles.

Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.

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City crews working water line break

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City of Bowie water crews are working a break in an six-inch water line near the intersection of Mill and Tarrant at this time. Drivers should be aware of multiple vehicles in this area and be cautious. (courtesy photos)

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21-day waiting period begins

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At a called meeting on July 2, the Bowie Independent School District Board of Trustees voted to name Dr. Donna L. Hale as the lone finalist for the position of superintendent.
Board President Jacky Betts said after much deliberation the board was excited to share the news regarding leadership of the district. Dr. Hale currently serves as the assistant superintendent at Perryton ISD and previously led Miami ISD as superintendent. She brings more than 27 years of experience in education to the position.
“Hale has excelled in various roles, including teacher, principal, assistant superintendent, and superintendent. Her extensive experience and dedication to the field make her an exceptional choice for our district,” said Betts
In accordance with Texas law, a 21-day waiting period is required following the announcement of a lone finalist before the official hiring can take place.
“We are thrilled to introduce Hale to Bowie ISD and look forward to the positive impact she will have on our community,” concluded Betts.

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