A man from Melissa has been sentenced to 18 years in state prison for a fatal drunk driving crash that occurred in 2025. The incident took place on State Highway 289 in Dorchester and resulted in the death of a 56-year-old woman.
Grayson County prosecutors highlighted the defendant's prior conviction for driving while intoxicated as a key factor in the sentencing. Officials stated that the lengthy prison term is intended to keep the individual off public roads and to emphasize the severe consequences associated with operating a vehicle under the influence.
The case was reported by the Greenville Chronicle, which noted the connection between the Melissa resident and the Sherman-area legal proceedings. Specific details regarding the exact circumstances of the collision or the identity of the victim were not provided in the available reporting.
Anna ISD has scheduled a College & Career Shirt Day for Wednesday, September 2. The district also announced that schools will be closed on Monday, September 7, for Labor Day.
The Greater Anna Chamber of Commerce is hosting its first Thursday Coffee & Connections event on Thursday, September 3, at the AISD Administration Building located at 151 W Rosamond Parkway in Anna. The gathering begins at 7:45 a.m.
Melissa High School will observe Texas First Responders Day and commemorate 9/11 on Friday, September 11. The City of Anna’s Planning and Zoning Commission is scheduled to meet on Monday, September 7, at 6:00 p.m.
