Changes are happening to several rest stops across Texoma and all the changes will save TXDOT money.
TXDOT officials said 29 rest stops will either be closing or getting downgraded, but even though the rest stops will be down graded they will still be open to the public.
The need for rest stops areas across Texoma has decreased. Officials said the changes will save nearly $200,000 a year, and the money saved will go back towards maintenance.
The rest stops on the list will no longer house picnic areas and restroom, but will still be open for pull-in areas.
Adele Lewis, P.I.O. With TXDOT, said, "Drivers can rest, eat and sleep, and get back on the road."
Lewis added, "We know that even sleepy motorist will cause as many wrecks as a drunk driver, so these type of parking areas will keep our roads safe."
Officials said the rest areas had a lot of criminal activity going on with vandalism, prostitution and drugs.
Lewis said in the works is a super sub-station, 8 miles south of Bowie. It will offer 24 hour service, a tornado shelter, a DPS office, playgrounds and vending machines.
TXDOT said the rest stop sub-station will cost around $14,000,000. There are no plans as of yet to start building the facility, due to lack of funding from TXDOT headquarters.
Friday, March 7 2014 11:30 PM EST2014-03-08 04:30:28 GMT
Many people believe severe weather has to come in the form of thunderstorms and tornadoes. However, the definition of severe weather is weather that has major impacts on society.
Many people believe severe weather has to come in the form of thunderstorms and tornadoes. However, the definition of severe weather is weather that has major impacts on society.
Friday, March 7 2014 9:44 PM EST2014-03-08 02:44:34 GMT
The 2014 Wheels and Thrills Expo will be rumbling the falls the weekend. Patterson’s family of dealerships and Newschannel 6 is teaming up for the event and while you are there you can even help a good cause.
The 2014 Wheels and Thrills Expo will be rumbling the falls the weekend. Patterson’s family of dealerships and Newschannel 6 is teaming up for the event and while you are there you can even help a good cause.
Friday, March 7 2014 4:17 PM EST2014-03-07 21:17:04 GMT
"With heat, there have been no significant advances in the forecasting or the science of telling people that it's coming." Warning Coordination Meteorologist Rick Smith, with the National Weather Service
"With heat, there have been no significant advances in the forecasting or the science of telling people that it's coming." Warning Coordination Meteorologist Rick Smith, with the National Weather Service
Friday, March 7 2014 2:05 PM EST2014-03-07 19:05:29 GMT
The Republican primary race for Wichita County Commissioner, Precinct 2 is now a runoff election. The candidate pool has shrunk from four Republican candidates down to two.
The Republican primary race for Wichita County Commissioner, Precinct 2 is now a runoff election. The candidate pool has shrunk from four Republican candidates down to two. Lee Harvey and Bill Lockwood are happy they can keep their signs up for two more months, both candidates say that voter turnout is what has them worried.
Thursday, March 6 2014 11:33 PM EST2014-03-07 04:33:51 GMT
State Representative James Frank hosted a town hall meeting Friday night to provide an opportunity for residents and city leaders to discuss drought solutions.
State Representative James Frank hosted a town hall meeting Friday night to provide an opportunity for residents and city leaders to discuss drought solutions.
Nominate someone who selflessly helps others to be one of our Community Service Champions. We honor someone each month, and name a Champion of the Year each November.
Newschannel 6 supports Crime Stoppers, a non-profit organization helping to keep Texoma safe. It offers rewards to anonymous callers who provide information about a crime or wanted suspects.
