By Jeremy Herb, Kara Scannell and John Miller, CNN

The Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program was created in 1995 to help students who need a bit more than the normal classroom setting.

Merrie Palmer was nominated by Ada High School administration to receive regional recognition.

Dylan Lucas, 24, received a 15-year-old term.

At a special ceremony on Friday, Cesar and Cynthia Saenz were honored for their service to the community.

"It's a great event," said Dr. Jerry Hopson. "It's a great event for our community, our county, and neighboring counties that helps those in need.

Starting Monday, a portion of Waterloo Lake Road in Denison will be closed to traffic.

Middle Ground held a community prayer in Sherman Friday morning for the six victims of a deadly shooting at an elementary school in Nashville, Tennessee, on Monday.

By Kara Scannell, John Miller, Jeremy Herb and Devan Cole, CNN

Achille Public Schools answered questions last night about their $6.7 million bond.

"We're learning about the solar system, and rockets, and earning our Space Badge." said Sydney with Girl Scout Troop 5223. 

“Quality of life is the thing in Denison and it’s just one of those things that represents what our leadership has put in place,” said Parks & Recreation director Justin Eastwood.

Meteorologists are urging people to be ready for dangerous weather Friday in parts of the Midwest and South.