Hey Friends,
Sherman just landed $300,000 in federal funding — and it's going to exactly the kinds of places that make a real difference. We've got all the details on that, plus a gorgeous home tucked inside a gated community between Sherman and Denison, a packed weekend of events (Juneteenth, live music, farmers markets — it's a good one), and a video you need to watch before you start your home search.
Here's What We're Connecting You to This Week!
✅ Sherman gets $300K in federal investment — here's where it's going
✅ This weekend in Texoma — Juneteenth, live music, farmers markets and more
✅ Deal of the Week — a gated acre in Tanager Springs
✅ The biggest home buying mistake people make in Sherman
✅ Business Spotlight — Bros House of Fades
Sherman Just Landed $300,000 — And It's Going Where It Counts
Sherman just secured $300,000 in federal funding through a Community Development Block Grant — and honestly, this is the kind of investment that doesn't make a lot of noise but makes a real difference.
Here's the breakdown of where it's going:
💰 About $60,000 goes directly to local nonprofits like Habitat for Humanity
🏚️ The rest supports demolishing abandoned, blighted, and unsafe structures across Sherman
🏡 Those cleared lots get opened up for new homes and future development
🌱 City leaders say this program has already helped create hundreds of buildable lots — especially on the east side of Sherman
That last part is worth sitting with. Cleared land equals new inventory. New inventory equals more options for buyers. More options for buyers means a healthier, more accessible market for everyone.
This isn't just a feel-good story — it's infrastructure. It's the city doing the slow, unglamorous work of making room for growth in the neighborhoods that need it most. And the east side getting attention? That matters.
If you could direct this investment to one area of Sherman, where would it be?
Free Shows, Juneteenth Celebrations & Saturday Markets — It's a Full Weekend 🎉
📅 This Weekend in Texoma
🎊 Denison Juneteenth Festival
Munson Park, 310 Ball Park Loop, Denison | Saturday, June 20 | 11am - 8pm | FREE
This is one of the most meaningful community events of the summer. The Denison Juneteenth Festival rolls into Munson Park with a full day of live music, local vendors, food, bounce houses, scholarship giveaways, and more. It honors one of the most significant moments in American history — and it does it in true Texoma style with great food, great music, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Bring the whole family and plan to stay a while.
🎸 Music on Main: Big Joe Walker
Forest Park, 324 W. Main St., Denison | Friday, June 20 | Vendors at 6pm, Concert at 7:30pm | FREE
Denison's beloved free summer concert series is in full swing, and this Friday it's Big Joe Walker bringing Texas country to Forest Park. Grab dinner from one of the 20+ downtown restaurants beforehand, then settle in with your lawn chair and blankets. This is the quintessential summer Friday in Texoma — low-key, good music, great community. Kids are welcome and it costs absolutely nothing.
🛒 Sherman Farmers Market
Houston & Crockett, Sherman | Saturday, June 21 | 8am - 12pm | FREE
A Sherman Saturday staple. Stock up on locally grown produce, fresh meats, baked goods, handmade crafts, and more — all from people who live and work right here in Grayson County. Go early, the good stuff goes fast.
🥂 Downtown Denison Farmers Market
701 W. Main St., Denison | Saturday, June 21 | 9am - 12pm | FREE
If you want to make a morning of it, pair your Sherman Farmers Market run with a stop in Historic Downtown Denison. Everything at this maker's-only market is homegrown, handmade, home baked, or handcrafted — we're talking sourdough, honey, local meats, candles, tamales, and more. It's a great excuse to poke around downtown afterward.
🎶 Landon Winery Music Bingo
Landon Winery, Sherman | Saturday, June 21 | 7pm
A perfect date night option — grab a glass of Texas wine and test your music knowledge at Landon Winery's weekly Music Bingo night. It's a fun, low-key way to spend a Saturday evening and you don't have to drive far.
⭐ Pick of the Week: Denison Juneteenth Festival
If you're only making it to one event this weekend, make it the Denison Juneteenth Festival at Munson Park on Saturday. It's free, it's family-friendly, and it's a genuine community celebration — live music, food, vendors, bounce houses, and scholarship giveaways all in one spot. This is the kind of event that reminds you exactly why Texoma is a special place to live.
If you've been waiting for that one home that just feels different the moment you pull up — this might be it. Tucked inside the gated enclave of Tanager Springs, right between Sherman and Denison, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath home sits on a full acre surrounded by mature oak trees. Built in 2021, it's only five years old and it shows.
Key Highlights:
3 beds | 3 baths | 3,181 sq ft on 1 acre
Gated community between Sherman and Denison
Vaulted ceilings and a wall of windows across the back — wide open Texas sky views every single day
Dual kitchen islands topped with leathered granite — perfect for hosting or just your everyday life
Spacious walk-in pantry and abundant cabinetry
Primary suite positioned privately away from secondary bedrooms
Second living area for movie nights, gaming, or just relaxing
3-car garage
Expansive lot with mature hardwood oaks — the kind of backyard you dream about
This one checks every box — privacy, space, quality finishes, and a location that puts you right between both cities. Homes like this in gated communities don't sit long.
If you're interested just reply and I'll get you all the details! 😊
The Biggest Home Buying Mistake People Make in Sherman Texas
Most buyers I talk to in Sherman are focused on the wrong things — and it ends up costing them time, money, or both. I made this video because I keep seeing the same mistake play out over and over, and I wanted to put it out there before it happens to someone else.
This is one of those videos where you'll probably nod your head and say "I had no idea." And that's exactly the point.
👉 In this video, we cover:
The most common mistake buyers make when starting their search in Sherman
Why it puts you at a disadvantage before you even see a house
What to do instead — and how to get ahead of it
Why the Sherman market specifically makes this mistake more costly than in other cities
This week's Business Spotlight is on Bros House of Fades — Downtown Sherman's go-to barbershop since 2016. Founded by master barber Carlos, this shop has been voted Best Barbershop in Texoma eight years in a row, and if you've ever been in the chair there, you understand why. 💈 They specialize in modern and traditional cuts, fades, beard shaping, and straight razor shaves — and the vibe inside is exactly what a neighborhood barbershop should feel like: welcoming, skilled, and genuinely community-focused. Find them at 113 N. Travis St. in Downtown Sherman or book online at broshouseoffades.com.
BEFORE YOU GO — HERE'S HOW I CAN HELP
🏡 Buying a Home — If you're planning a move in the next 12–18 months, it's never too early to start the conversation.
📊 Market Conditions — Want to know what's happening in your neighborhood? I can send you a quick snapshot anytime.
🔍 Request an Update — Got a lot or address you're curious about? Send it my way and I'll research what's being planned or built there.
Just reply to this email and let me know what I can help with — whether it's buying, selling, or you just want to say hi. I read every single one. 😊
Amanda 😀
