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Thursday, August 21, 2025
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Howe ISD Superintendent Announces Upcoming Retirement Ashley Husbands
This Monday, the Howe ISD Board of Trustees conducted their monthly meeting. The meeting included updates on enrollment numbers, additions in staff, details for graduation in 2026 and consent items. Updates were giv-
2025. Wilson issued the following statement,
en regarding new laws passed that adjust the availability of library book catalog lists on school websites. The main topic of the night was the retirement of Howe ISD Superintendent, Kevin Wilson, effective December 31,
“After considerable thought and prayer, I have decided to retire from public education and step down as superintendent of Howe ISD in December 2025. Howe ISD has blessed me and my family in many ways, and I can only hope that I have contributed to the district in an equitable manner. I truly believe that this is a special place with great kids and quality teachers and coaches who have played a major role in educating, inspiring and providing our students with the necessary tools to be successful in life. Having 3 children who graduated from Howe ISD, I can say this from both professional and personal experience.
and worked in this school district for the past 25 years. I want to thank everyone who worked alongside me and supported me throughout this journey. I also want to thank our school board, as well as the past school boards, who make this district a great place to work with their leadership, vision and dedication to student success. I wish nothing but the best for Howe ISD, and I am and will always be proud to be a Bulldog.”
The Board accepted Wilson’s resignation and will begin the search process next week for the next Superintendent. A future article is planned to highlight the accomplishments of Mr. Wilson during his time at Howe ISD.
It has been my honor and privilege to have lived
City Council Reports Record Court Revenue and Lowered Taxes Ashley Husbands This Tuesday, The Howe City Council and Planning & Zoning Committee gathered for their monthly meetings at Summit Gardens.
The Planning and Zoning Committee approved the preliminary and final plat for Texoma Empire. Ordinance No. 836 was approved to be amended, which changed 10.854 acres located on Highway 5 and Old Patterson Road from an Ag zone to
a commercial zone. At this time, there are plans for a garden center to be built on the land. The City Council began with departmental reports from the Police Department, Fire Department, City Secretary,
Public Works and the City Administrator. The Police Department had a 75% increase in call volume this month compared to last year. A new administrative assistant has been hired in the Police Department.
Two hundred and fourteen calls were answered by the department this month, 95 citations were issued and 148 warnings. The Fire Department ran a total of 74 calls for (Continued on Page 6)
EDITOR’S NOTE—This column is reserved as an editorial column and may not necessarily reflect the policy of this publication.
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Chamber of Commerce Member, Jared Coffey presenting to City Council
Photo Credit: Ashley Hus-