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A portion U.S. Highway 75 that includes the segment running through Allen was renamed this week in honor of Representative Sam Johnson, one of Texas' longest-serving congressmen and a decorated Air Force veteran. The portion of U.S. Highway 75 between the President George Bush Turnpike and U.S. Highway 380 is now known as the Sam Johnson Highway.
"This ceremony is emblematic of North Texans' appreciation and value of service and sacrifice," Johnson said. "North Texas is home to many American patriots, and this recognition is not only for my service, but also for theirs."
Johnson has served in the U.S. House since 1991, when he won a special election to replace Steve Bartlett, who left the seat to become mayor of Dallas. Before politics, Johnson served 29 years in the U.S. Air Force - seven of those as a prisoner of war in North Vietnam, after his fighter jet was shot down in 1966. He penned a memoir about his experience called Captive Warriors.
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It's Time for Some Great Lone Star Conference Basketball Action in Allen
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Information Session Regarding Migratory Birds to be Held on March 8
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 Join the Parks and Recreation staff to discuss migratory birds in our area and ways to prevent large nesting sites. The program will be held March 8 at 11 a.m. in the Allen Public Library Civic Auditorium, 300 N. Allen Drive. Topics covered include identifying the Cattle Egret and its sentry the Night Heron, ecological significance and federal protection. There will also be time for questions and answers from attendees. A copy of the program will be made available on our ACTV video-on-demand page. |
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Voting Reminder: March 4, 2014 - Democratic and Republican Primary Election. Learn more...
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