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Seeking Sequential Sports Success: Class 3A Leonard looking for postseason return after rare boys’ basketball playoffs miss in 2021

Leonard’s Ethan Richardson focuses on his shot on Dec. 14 during boys’ non-district basketball.

Leonard’s DJ Brown (5) heads up court as teammate David Brooks (background, to the right) follows on Dec. 14 during boys’ non-district basketball.

Shorty’s Still Succeeding: Leonard ‘18 alumna Ware extending days on diamonds w/Campbell University s’ball

By Rich Hilliard

Claudia Ware will do next month what she has done for the last 16 years: Play softball Since age five, the sport has been synonymous with “Shorty.” She’s also been known by that nickname since high school -- when the 5-3 Leonard alumna led the Lady Tigers to their best days in the sport. For the last three years, Ware has competed on diamonds for Campbell University, an NCAA Division I program in Buies Creek, North Carolina. Mainly positioned in center field, she had a .306 batting average, 44 hits, 20 runs batted in, nine stolen bases -- and a team-leading 22 walks -- earning a spot on the All-Big South Freshman Team. She started all 54 games. Even with spring sports seasons shortened in 2020 by COVID-19, Ware still excelled, starting all 25 games played in left field. During said sophomore

Leonard’s Claudia Ware. Campbell University courtesy photo season, she had a team-best 18 walks -- almost as many as her freshman campaign, in less than half as many games -- and finished second in batting average with a .338. She also recorded 23 hits -- three doubles, a triple and a grand slam for her first collegiate career home run -- to go with 10 RBI. Playing a full season -- 47 games -- Ware resumed her successful collegiate days

last spring, classified as a redshirt sophomore. She posted a team-leading .441 on-base-percentage to go with a .577 slugging percentage and a .984 fielding percentage. Hitting .341, Ware recorded 42 hits -- 11 doubles, four home runs and three triples -- 27 runs, 25 RBI, 20 walks and nine stolen bases. When Campbell starts its 2022 softball campaign -her next-to-last -- in February, Ware has a team and personal aspiration for the upcoming season. “[M]y goal is to lead my team to another Big South Championship, which I think we have a great chance at doing,” she said. “Personally, I would love to finish the season being named the Big South Player of the Year.” Said Ware “Extending my softball career into college has allowed me to create friendships that will last a life time!” “I also love that I get to share my passion for softball with my teammates.”

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Leonard head boys’ basketball coach Luke McCarley watches his team on Dec. 14 during boys’ non-district basketball.

Leonard’s Brayden Harris (33) reaches for a rebound on Dec. 14 during boys’ non-district basketball.

Story and photos by Rich Hilliard A successful season in one sport at a school often means something for the next scheduled: Overlapping seasons -- or at least butting up against one another. That was true again this fall at Leonard where, like at many small schools, each sport often shares athletes with the next. Football ended on Nov. 19 in the area round of the playoffs -- three days later, the Tigers’ basketball season began. Leonard posted a 21-point win on the court on opening night and has

kept winning -- already with double-digit victories -- in preparation for vying for an extended season in boys’ basketball. Senior David Brooks, a second-team All-District 11-3A selection last season, joins senior Luke Murphy, senior Justin Campbell and sophomore Ethan Richardson -- each an honorable mention -as returning recognition recipients for the Tigers. Leonard is seeking its fifth postseason trip in the boys’ sport in the last six years -- last season’s twowin district effort a rare miss for the Tigers.

Leonard’s Brett Nix (3) brings the ball up court on Dec. 14 during boys’ non-district basketball.

Bonham’s Breauna Killgo (3) controls the ball during District 11-4A girls’ soccer on Feb. 22 at Warrior Stadium.

Jan. 7-8 (girls) and Jan. 6 & 8 (boys), the Highway 5 Tournament hosted by Anna and Melissa Jan. 20-22 (both teams) and non-district play at Mabank on Jan. 14 at 6:30 p.m. (girls). The month will conclude with 11-4A play: Jan. 26 at Melissa at 5:30/7:15 p.m.

(girls/boys) and Jan. 29 versus Nevada Community at 11 a.m./12:30 p.m. (girls/ boys). Tristen Robertson will serve as head coach for each team, having been promoted to the dual role during the offseason.

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Jaden Wilson made the first-team offense and Jonas Butler garnered two all-district honors in the 6-2A-I football awards for 2021. Butler appeared on the first-team defense and second-team offense for Honey Grove

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On the same day at 8:33 a.m., Judge Moore called to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Bois D’Arc Lake Zoning Commission. He noted that Quorum had been established. 2. Public Forum: There were no speakers. 3. Approve meeting minutes from 12/01/2021 Regular Meeting: Motion was made by Commission member Gilbert Welch, seconded by Commission member Matt Tittsworth and passed to approve minutes.

ing triangular shaped lots with lakeviews within a specific proposed development. She explained that this was an application for Special Exception for this proposed gated community. Gilbert Welch discussed issues he had with the application presented to the commission, how corrections on the application would be needed and his reservations to approve less road frontage. Martin Sanchez with The Sanchez Group out of McKinney, then asked to speak to present the reasons for his company’s request and the benefits that will be coming to Fannin County with this proposed development. Representing the property owners, Lakewood Capital Group out of Knoxville, TN, Mr. Sanchez explained that the development being proposed is a high-end gated community with properties ranging from $600,000 to $900,000 that when completed would be adding approximately 60 to 70 million to the county’s tax rolls. Currently their plan is involving 73 lots within their 125 acres with no less than 1.3 acres per lot with some lots having upward of 3 acres. Handing out colored flyers depicting the concept plan for the two phases of the proposed development, The Peninsula and The Shores Mr. Sanchez spoke about other states where Lakewood’s investments are located and offered to answer any questions the commission might have. After much discussion and reaching the consensus that special exceptions to the 100’ road frontage regulation is trailblazing ground with many factors needing to be considered, Mr. Sanchez said that he could agree to nothing narrower than 60’ road frontage for an agreed upon percentage of his lots and would be open to sitting down with Daniel Harrison and the Commission in working through this. Wrapping up the discussion, the commission decided to have this as an agenda item at the

next meeting with the hopes of combining the Lake Ralph Hall Zoning meeting where Daniel Harrison is scheduled to speak to possibly come to an agreement on the specifics needed to go forward. 5. Discussion, consideration and action regarding changes and/or amendments to the Lake Zoning Regulations – Enforcement Protocol and Letters: Gilbert Welch first requested from Di Hopkins after some discussion, a vicinity map showing every application for permits, grants, etc. to show what’s changed and what has not changed. He also requested a verbiage change be made in the last paragraph of the first notice letter and the third paragraph of the second notice letter. Motion was made by Commission member Kevin Darwin to approve the letters with the changes made, seconded by Matt Titsworth and passed to be submitted to the Fannin County Commissioners Court. 6. Discussion, consideration and action regarding changes and/or amendments to the Lake Zoning Regulations – Masonry Language: Motion was made by Gilbert Welch, seconded by Kevin Darwin for changes to be approved and submitted to the FC Commissioners Court. Motion passed. 7. Discussion, consideration and action regarding changes and/or amendments to the Lake Zoning Regulations – Wrecking and Salvage Yards: After some discussion about wrecking/salvage yards being removed as acceptable use in the 5,000 ft Buffer Zone and the numbering of the amendment not matching per what was in the manual, (it was discovered that the discrepancy existed due to a previous edited amendment,) Gilbert Welch made the motion that this item be sent to Commissioners Court with Matt Titsworth seconding the motion and motion passed.

8. Discussion, consideration and action regarding changes and/or modifications by landowners: There were no other landowners with change requests to be heard. 10. Discussion, consideration and action to set next

either January 27 or February 3 based on the availability of Daniel Harrison with Freese and Nichols being able to attend the meeting. 11. Adjourn: Meeting adjourned at 10:09 a.m.

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Thursday, January 6, 2022, County Judge Randy Moore called to order a Public Hearing before the Bois D’Arc Lake Zoning Commission at 8:20 a.m. Quorum was established as all members of the commission were present with member Gary Fernandes attending by phone. 2. Hear public comments regarding changes to text in the Bois D’Arc Lake Zoning Regulations on the subject of Enforcement Protocol, Wrecking/Salvage yards and Masonry: After calling the hearing to order, Judge Moore announced that the name “Bois D’Arc Lake” had been made official and would henceforth be listed as such on all maps and official documents. He then asked if there were anyone wishing to comment on the matter the hearing was called for. Fannin County Commissioner Jerry Magness commented on the existing county ordinances regarding “wrecking/ salvage yards” that are currently not being enforced and began a discussion on the enforceability of those regulations and what penalties could be applied. The discussion covered the enforcement laws and wrapped up with the consensus that any zoning violations would first come before the Bois D’Arc Lake Zoning Commission in the enforcement process. 3. Adjourn: Hearing was adjourned at 8:32 a.m.

9. Discussion, consideration and action to set a public hearing on February 3, 2022, to hear comments regarding a Change in Zoning application – Property ID#83091, from A&R, Agriculture to RE, Rural Estate Single-Family District: Judge Moore noted that item number 9 would be addressed first out of consideration for the citizen involved. Fannin County Development Services Director Di Hopkins stated that the property owner had not yet arrived but went on to explain that this was involving a triangular shaped property whose owner could not meet the setback requirements for agricultural properties and was requesting a zoning change that would lessen the setback requirement. After some discussion it was determined that the application presented to the commission was incomplete and it might be to the advantage of the property owner to request a Low-Density Zone change instead of the Rural Estate Single – Family District. Di Hopkins noted that this would be one of what was sure to be many more requests of zoning change to address the issue of setback requirements and voiced the question if Low-Density Single-Family Zoning would be the better option for residents going forward. Motion was made by Gilbert Welch to set a hearing for February 3rd 8:20 a.m. to hear comments regarding a change in zoning application for property ID# 83091 from A&R Agriculture to Rural Estate Single Family or Low-Density Single Family. Motion was seconded by Gary Fernandes and passed. 4. Discussion, consideration and action regarding Special Exception application for THE PENINSULA ADDITION on County Road 2730 in Honey Grove – concerning the 100’ lot width and road frontage inside the proposed gated community: Di Hopkins began the discussion regard-

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Bill Carey Announces His Candidacy For Fannin County Judge

Hello, my name is Bill Carey and I am running for the Republican nomination for

Fannin County Judge. I am a conservative Republican who has lived in Fannin County for 10 years. My wife Chantal Carey and I own the Smith Moore Williams buildings in downtown Bonham where we share a loft apartment with our 3 Great Pyrenees Chloe, Reggie and Thor. Our family motto is God first and always … together. I have been a business owner all my life. My background is in real es-

tate, insurance, securities and taxation. Property taxes in Fannin County are too high. Our farmers and ranchers can no longer make their land produce enough income to pay their property taxes. Agriculture is Fannin County’s #1 industry. If we lose our Agriculture businesses we lose Fannin County. The County Judge is the chief budget officer for the county and pro-

People always say the past is in the past but I beg to differ. The past is who we are, it prepares us for the future, it makes us strong...unknown

Fannin County History The Road Down Memory Lane Photos courtesy of the Fannin County Historical Museum Three blocks south of the Courthouse Square in Bonham One Main Street Bonham, Texas 75418 903-583-8042 Visit Facebook: “Fannin county historical group”

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poses the County Property Tax Rate each year. As your County Judge I will work to substantially lower our County Property Tax Rate which will lower everyone’s Property Taxes no matter how high your appraisal values become. My goal will be to find other revenue streams so that we can abolish property taxes completely. My name is Bill Carey and I am running for Fannin County Judge. I ask for your support and your vote on March 1, 2022. Together we can take back Fannin County and our way of life. Help me stop the economic devastation through the roof County Property Taxes are having on our families and businesses. Please contact me with your ideas and concerns at electbillcarey@gmail.com, my Facebook page at Elect Bill Carey or text or call 817 526-1344. Thank you for your support.

Honey Grove Industrial Foundation Annual Meeting

By Malinda Allison The Honey Grove Industrial Foundation will hold its annual meeting on Monday, January 24 at 5:00 pm in the Local History Room at the Honey Grove Library. Anyone is welcome to attend this meeting and become a member of the Industrial Foundation or learn about its activities.

336th District Court Cancels Jury Duty for January 2022 Press Release - In compliance with the Governor’s Executive Order, the 336th District Court hereby gives notice to the public that all jury trials scheduled through January 31, 2022 are hereby canceled. Therefore, if you have received a jury summons for the January 10 or 24, 2022 jury trial weeks in the District Court, County Court at Law or Justice of the Peace Courts

1, 2 or 3, your service and appearance at court are excused. No summoned juror should appear at the 336th District Court January 10 or 24, 2022 or the County Court at Law, Justice of the Peace Precincts 1, 2 or 3 for the month of January 2022. If you have any questions, please contact the 336th District Court at bdaniel@ fanninco.net or (903)5832863.

Sunday Morning Re-take

Hello everyone! What a wonderful service we had in God’s house Sunday morning! The spirit and fellowship were beautiful! I know that I use this verse quite often, but it’s the only solution to the problems that we are experiencing in our nation today. The Lord tells us in 2 Chronicles 7:14, “If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.” It seems, however, that America has moved far away from this. We need to put our faith and trust in the Lord Jesus Christ, and only in Him. This week’s hymn comes to us from the pen of F.E. Belden. It was inspired by what the Lord tells us in Jeremiah 6:16. Ask for the old paths, by the prophets trod; Ask for the old paths, leading up to God; If you are traveling in a

pathway new, ‘Tis not the Bible that’s guiding you. Ask for the old paths, walk in the old paths; Christ and the prophets trod the way before: Ask for the old paths, walk in the old paths, Leading away to the better shore. If you are looking to find a good church home, we invite you to come visit and worship with us here at Central Baptist Church! Visitors are our honored guests, and we hope to see you this coming Lord’s day! Josh Stevenson Central Baptist Church Bonham, TX https://www.facebook.com/ cbcfannin

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his wife having been diag- level; Welding decorative denosed with Covid last week, tails on cast iron stair stringhe is keeping with the county ers; Terminating phone/data Tuesday, January 4, 2022, policy of wearing a mask lines and fire alarm in IDF County Judge Randy Moore even though he has no symp- closets; Starting acoustic called to order the first Complaster this week. toms of the virus. missioners Court of the new 6. Discussion, consider5. Discussion, consideryear at 9:00 a.m. A quorum ation, and action regard- ation, and action to approve was established as all County ing Courthouse Restora- the updated Response and Commissioners and County tion: Judge Moore read Continuity of Operations the update as follows: EX- plan for Fannin County: TERIOR - Completing the Judge Moore led a discuselectrical rough for ground sion on the CDC guidelines lighting and cameras around to change the quarantine the building; Installing the time from 10 days to 5 days downspouts and tying into after exposure to someone Another chance to shop at the stormwater system; Start who has Covid. Explaining back this week on concrete that the rule applies to those sidewalks to building and who are having no symptoms and that they9-5:30 will still need to stone for South stair; Land- Monday-Friday wear a mask at work scape planting 204 beds are E. Sam Rayburn Dr. • Bonham, Texasif they 75418 tilled. INTERIOR – Mill- are not having symptoms and work wainscot, door frame if they are having symptoms, extensions, window and door they will be expected to not trim being installed on 2nd come to work. CommissionVendor spots still open. and 3rd level; Stair wainscot er Magness made the motion Please call John Burnett at: backing being installed; His- to approve the change with toric stencil painting in the Commissioner Self second903-227-4477 courtroom; Metal ceilings ing the motion and the moManaged by Kiwanis Club of Bonham, Texas panels, completed on 3rd tion passed. 7. Discussion, consider& 2nd, and working on 1st ation, and action to approve minutes from 12/21/2021 (S) and 08/31/2021 (S): Commissioner Lane called attention to an error showing Gary Whitlock as the Commissioner of Precinct 1 in COmpleTe DIspersAl Of mCKINNey pIpe AND sTeel the minutes of 12/21/2021 Live auction with online simulcast. and noted she would move to approve the minutes with McKinney Pipe and Steel, 196 Industrial Blvd., McKinney TX 75069 a correction made. A motion Items to be sold include: Atlantic 10’x1/4” Shear, Kingsland 75XS was seconded by CommisIronworker, Edwards Jaws IV Ironworker, Connecticut 25B614 Press sioner Lackey and the mopassed. Brake, Heller Tubing Bender, Clark GPX50 Forklift, 1999 Ford F-350 tion 8. Discussion, considerwith Welding Bed and Miller Bobcat, 2009 Ford F-350-Not Running, 20’ ation, and action to apBumper Pull Trailer, Willis 2020M Drill Press, ABell-Howe 2 Ton Floor prove Auditor monthly Crane, Cosen Band Saw, Multiple Welders, Torches, Track Torch, Air Reports for September Compressors, Shop Tables, Fans, Pipe Racks, Mechanics Tool Box, 2021: Fannin County Auditor Alicia Whipple noted Miscellaneous Tools and much more. that though the reports have just begun to be audited and We accept cash, checks and credit cards (3% con- Auction conducted by: venience fee). There will be a 10% Buyers Premium 18873 US Highway 82 there could yet be an adjuston every item. All purchases must be settled for at made; at this time, she Sherman, Texas 75092 ment the auction and before items are removed from the is showing the county to be premises. Buyer is responsible for loading and re903.868.3132 in the black to the amount of moval of items, all items MUST be removed within $888,307.55. Judge Moore Clint Catching TAL#10281 7 days. then made a statement of More information available at www.catchingbros.com thanks to all the county’s department heads and Commissioners who helped the county get to this positive place. A motion was made by Commissioner Magness, seconded by Commissioner Lane, and passed to apSome insurance companies are “running for the hills” prove the reports. and canceling mobile home policies because the home 9. Discussion regarding is “too old” or “out in the country.” Not us! impact fees for county roads leading up to fuIf you have a mobile home, we want your business today! ture subdivisions: Judge Moore began the discussion by saying this issue We insure mobile homes that are: Judge were present. The invocation was led by Pastor Mike Allred of the Boyd Baptist Church in Bonham. Major James Manis, retired, led the Pledges. 4. Introductions: There were no introductions. Judge Moore explained that due to

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Rick’s Welding came about during a conversation with Jim Ellison of TAC (Texas Association of Counties). Commissioner Magness then headed the discussion as he had been the one to request it being added to the agenda; stating that there is a lot of talk about several subdivisions being looked at in his area as well as in other precincts. Noting that there will be a study needing to take place regarding this matter, he said this was somewhat overlooked when the plans for Lake Bois D’Arc first began. Due to the impact made to the roads with the increased traffic coming from the creation of subdivisions, and the increased work needed from the county for the roadwork, it was pointed out by Mr. Ellison to the Commissioners that Fannin County would be entitled to impose a fee for each subdivision. After much discussion, and with Commissioner Lane noting that this would need to be acted on quite swiftly as Mr. Ellison had advised that the assessment for those impact fees would need to be done during the platting process of the subdivisions; a citizen of Fannin County who is an engineer, came forward to agree with Commissioners Lane’s statement. He stated that if the county decides to do this, time is of the essence as it will take time to get an engineering crew to the sites for the study needed to assess those impact fees. After hearing from the citizen, Judge Moore commented on how this was a discussion-only item but stated he does believe this needs to be looked at by the commissioners and be readdressed when more information is obtained. 10. Public Forum: There were no speakers for Public Forum. 11. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Personnel Matters – a closed meeting will be held pursuant to Sec. 551.074 of the Government Code for (1) deliberation of personnel matters regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or (2) to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employeeregarding Environmental Development and Precinct 4 positions: Per Commissioner Lackey’s request, this

item was passed on. 12. Discussion, consideration, and action regarding Executive Session: This item was passed on. 13. Comments by County Commissioners and County Judge: Commissioner Lane thanked everyone for coming and said that with her daughter Autumn being sick with the flu, (not Covid) she advised everyone to take precautions from coming down with other viruses and wished Judge Moore a Happy Birthday. Commissioner Self also thanked all for coming. Commissioner Magness stated he was glad to be back to work, was proud of his crew, and thanked everyone for coming. Commissioner Lackey thanked everyone for coming, wished Judge Moore a Happy Birthday, and hopes things improve in the healthcare field as Covid has caused his children, in that field to not enjoy their work like they did before all the Covid craziness hit. Concluding that he appreciates the work they and all the healthcare and emergency workers do, he stated that he also appreciates serving the county. Judge Moore agreed with Commissioner Lackey about appreciating the healthcare workers. Before giving the current covid stats, he noted the similarities between the new Covid strain and the flu. With that, he said there are 151 active cases today. On a positive note, the fatalities still stand at 154. The hospitalization rate is 14.32%. He shared that last week his wife became ill and there was room in the Bonham Hospital. Regarding his wife, he thanked everyone for their thoughts, prayers, and food items. He also stated that though there is not a burn ban in place, with windy dry conditions; it is very unwise to start a fire and asked everyone to use common sense and not start any fires. Before concluding, he advised that the NTMWD Board recently approved to make official the name Bois D’Arc Lake for the recently constructed reservoir in Fannin County. He wished all a blessed New Year in 2022. 14. Adjourn: Court adjourned at 9:38 a.m.

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By Scott Finley Covid isn’t done with us yet – we just got done with the Delta variant and now Omicron is on stage. While we remain in the grip of this virus, it’s a good idea to revisit some of the following pointers on helping people who live with Alzheimer’s or other dementia to safely weather the storm. Persons living with dementia may need reminders regarding: • Hand-washing and moisturizing. Caregivers should consider implementing a supervised hand-washing schedule. • Covering nose and mouth during a sneeze or cough. • Refraining from placing things in the mouth. • Staying in a particular area. • Taking medications appropriately. • Adopting social distancing practices and refraining from sharing items. • Following any other procedures that would require memory and judgment. You can get more information about the Association’s emergency preparedness guidelines for Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers in long-term or community-based care settings here: https://alz.org/ professionals/professional-providers/coronaviruscovid-19-tips-for-dementia-caregivers The current Omicron uptick is creating added anxiety for everyone. Do your

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JACK WYLIE HENDERSON Jack Wylie Henderson, Jr., 68, of Bonham, TX passed away peacefully on January 2, 2022, from complications of COVID. Born May 19, 1953, in Olive Hill, KY to Jack Wylie Henderson, Sr. and Doris Nadine Blevins Henderson. Jack proudly served in US Navy. Jack was survived by wife, Pamela, and children Damon, Derrick and Stephanie, Eric, Michelle and Justin, and six grandchildren. Jack was also survived by brothers Shane, Donald and Zachary and sisters Donna, Deborah, and Rachael. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Jill, son Daniel, and stepmother Viola. A memorial service will be held at 3pm on Saturday, January 15, 2022, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Saints, 1540 S State Hwy 78, Bonham, TX 75418. In lieu of flowers the family requests a card telling your favorite memory of Jack be sent to Henderson Memorial, PO Box 126, Ladonia, TX 75449.

HELEN JANE 1/11/22 MYRACLE THOMAS

A graveside service to celebrate the life of Helen Jane Myracle Thomas will be held Saturday, February 12, 2022 at 3 p.m. at Providence Cemetery, FM 1550, Ladonia, Texas, (Cooper Sorrels if inclement weather). Jane was born in Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas, on January 21, 1943. She passed away on Friday, December 31, 2021 at Cedar Hollow Rehabilitation Center in Sherman, Texas, due to complications from Parkinson’s disease. She was 78 years old. Jane was born to John Chesterfield Myracle and Martha Helen Young Myracle. She spent much of her childhood at her grandparent’s dairy farm near Gainesville, Texas, after her father’s death in 1943. She moved to Bonham, Texas with her family when she was in the fourth grade. Jane married Johnny Glen Thomas, her “knight in shining armor,” on November 19, 1960 in Bonham. They were married for 53 years, prior to Johnny’s death in 2013. As a young working mother, Jane continued her education attending night courses in accounting at Grayson County College and East Texas State University. She worked as a bookkeeper at First National Bank and Carter Chevrolet in Bonham. In addition, she owned a successful daycare, which she ran out of her home. Her proudest achievement was attaining the position of auditor for

the Internal Revenue Service. Jane was an adventurous person who loved reading, music and travel. She passed her eclectic love of music on to her three daughters. In later years, Jane and Johnny traveled the United States extensively, often with their beloved dogs. They toured Europe several times, one of Jane’s lifelong dreams. Jane is survived by three daughters: Kimberly Kennedy (Kerry) of Bonham, Texas, Liz Broiles (Gary) of Spring, Texas, and Julie Garza (Marc) of Edinburg, Texas. Her grandchildren are Dr. Thomas Broiles (Dr. Ellie), Laura Halberdier (Matt), Katy Kennedy, Mary Helen Garcia (Michael), Kendall Kennedy (Shay Wolsey), Kristen Garza, and John Marc Garza and one great-grandchild, Leah Postell. She is also survived by sister-in-law, Linda Myracle, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Jane was predeceased by her brother, John Charles Myracle of Telephone, Texas, and her parents, John C. and Martha Helen Myracle. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in tribute to Michael J. Fox Foundation.org to help find a cure for Parkinson’s or Providence Cemetery Association, 8544 CR 2610 Ivanhoe, TX 75447. To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www.coopersorrells.com.”

BOBBY JACK SEWELL

Bobby Jack Sewell, Sr., 86, of Gainesville, passed away January 4, 2022 in Denison. Bobby was born March 2, 1935 in Gainesville to George and Louise (Earnhart) Sewell. He attended school in Whitesboro before enlisting in the U.S. Army where he served as a radar operator. Mr. Sewell worked at Weber Aircraft for 46 years. He was an accomplished musician, playing and singing in the Rambling Fever Band throughout the years. However, aside from working and playing music, Bobby took up a passion for the natural spring water he has on all of his properties. Mr. Sewell leaves behind to cherish his memory: wife, Barbara (Vaughn) Sewell and an abundant host of other beloved family members and friends.

Lieutenant Colonel James B. Barr, USMC, Retired, a veteran of the Vietnam War and resident of Bonham, Texas passed away on January 5, 2022 surrounded by family. James was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on December 8, 1941. After completing his primary and secondary education, he attended University of South Carolina and was conferred a degree in Marketing. After which, James accepted a commission in the United States Marine Corps and graduated from his flight school first in his class. During his 22 years of service in the Marine Corps, he completed two tours in Vietnam, which included over 500 combat and medevac missions as a helicopter pilot. For his valor and flying, he was awarded the Silver Star Medal for Gallantry in Action. Specifically, “His flight was instrumental in successfully supporting the medical evacuation of seventy casualties that day. By his courage, superior airmanship, and unwavering devotion to duty in the face of great personal danger, Captain Barr upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and of the United States Naval Service.” During his time with the Marine Corps, James would visit 5 continents. During brief conversations about his time served he would always take a moment to honor those who gave their life and those that have and currently “Stand Watch”. After his Honorable Discharge from the United States Marine Corps, James worked at Digital Equipment Corporation supporting Government contracts and then at USAA as a Certified Financial Planner. At the conclusion of his career, James retired in Arizona. Upon the birth of his first-born grandson, James relocated to McKinney, Texas. Active in the local country western dancing groups, James met Beverly, his wife. He described his first interaction with Beverly, “It was electric!!” Married July 25, 2020, James and Beverly spent much of their wedded bliss dancing, caring for farm animals, enjoying road trips through the United States, and driving with a local BMW car organization. James’ survived by his wife, Beverly Barr, son, Joseph and his wife, Kimberly, and grandchildren Sarah, Jackson, and Parker. Brother, John and his wife, Kate and Niece, Elizabeth Barr. A service was held in his honor at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home Bonham, TX on Saturday, January 8, 2022 at 1:00 pm. Bro. Big John Salem officiated. Interment will be held on Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at Dallas Ft. Worth National Cemetery at 11:15 am with military honors. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made in James’ name to: Fannin County Children’s Center, 112 W 5th St, Bonham 75418 or Salvation Army; website is salvation armyUSA.org. To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www.coopersorrells.com.

Graveside services for Beatrice Hicks 102 of Sash Community were held on Wednesday January 5, 2022 at 1:00 pm in the Evergreen Cemetery in Paris, TX. with Reverend Stanley Cox presiding. Serving as pallbearers were Ryan Wolfe, Michael Wolfe,

ROBERT MALCOM DANIEL

Nicholas Wolfe ,Jeff Gordon, Jason Granberry, and Cory Green. Bea passed away on Friday December 31, 2021 peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving devoted family. She was born on June 12, 1919 in Honey Grove, TX. to her parents Joe Wilkinson and Donnie (Little) Wilkinson. Bea married Clyde C. Hicks on May 14, 1938 in Fannin County. Bea is survived by her daughters June Hancock and Reba Wolfe of Honey Grove, TX. and Patsy Burge of Mansfield, TX. Bea worked her early years in the fields and later went to work in a factory and then at Texas Instrument. Bea and Clyde opened Hicks Grocery in 1970 where they became a blessing to many members of the community.

Page 13 • January 11, 2022 Bea gave her family the secret to a long and healthy life, if you knew her for very long she would tell you “Honor your father and mother and your days will be long”. Bea was a lifelong member of the Sash Assembly of God Church and she knew how to pray and taught her family to love Jesus. Working in her garden and being with her family brought her the most joy. Bea made a splash in this world with six generations under her. She had four children, thirteen grandchildren, twenty six great grandchildren, fifty three great, great, grandchildren and eight great, great, great, grandchildren. Bea touched many hearts and her constant presence will be greatly missed. She is preceded in death by

Robert Malcom Daniel of Honey Grove Tx. Passed away on Sunday December 5, 2021, in Paris, Tx. surrounded by his loving family.

Funeral Services for Robert Daniel were held on Wednesday December 8, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. in the Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel in Honey Grove, Tx. Family visitation was held one hour prior to the service. Interment followed at Oakwood Cemetery in Honey Grove. Reverend Casey Rogers officiated. Robert was born in the Mudd Dig Community to Malcom and Lavelle (Threlkeld) Daniel on November 14 ,1939. He also served his country proudly in the United States Air Force. Robert and Margree were married in Dallas Tx. on February 24, 1990, and enjoyed thirty-one

years of marriage Robert is survived by his loving wife Margree Lloydette Daniel and three children. Two sons Ricky and wife Teresa Penn, Terry and wife Lorrie Penn, and one daughter Tracy and husband Tim Brent. He had a great love for his family and his beautiful 1957 chevy as well as dogs. Robert was a hot shot driver and enjoyed the time spent on the road. Robert was preceded in death by his parents Malcom and Lavelle (Therlkeld) Daniel. To convey online condolences please visit www.coppersorrells. com

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FOR SALE: 2004 Dodge Ram, Red. 220 Chestnut St. Bonham. 903-583-3000. FOR SALE: 2004 Dodge Ram, Purple. 220 Chestnut St. Bonham. 903-583-3000. FOR SALE: 2003 Dodge Neon, Red. 220 Chestnut St. Bonham. 903-583-3000.

FOR SALE

FOR SALE ‘Cowboy Cadillac’ 1979 Chevrolet Silverado Crew Cab 4 door, ¾ ton, 2 gas tanks, Runs and drives 350 Engine, 350 Rear-end 400 Automatic Transmission, Inside needs work. All original. $16,000 Call: 903-486-6195 FOR SALE 60 foot TV Tower Triangle type. Call: Ron 972-816-5634.

GARAGE SALES GRANNY’S PLACE & GRANNY’S CHRISTMAS STORE RESALE SHOP. 10 S. Plaza in Ladonia, TX. Wed-Sat, 10am-5pm. See us on Facebook. Call 903-367-7095.

KENNEL HELP For Winter Training Operations. January - April. Be able to work days, help cleaning kennels, throwing birds, and general cleanup. Full time positon but could arrange 2 part time positions. Bonham, TX area. 605-670-9175.

HOUSEKEEPING THE CLEANING LADY Let me clean so you won’t have to. Very reasonable rates, great references! Years of experience. HAVE BROOM WILL TRAVEL! Call Mairi 903-815-1877.

BED BUG ELIMINATION Low prices. 100% Guaranteed. 903-456-6336. ROACH ELIMINATION $160 Total Amount. Guaranteed 3 Months. Dan Hollis is back from Retirement. 903-456-6336. A PAW UP Helping Animals In Need Thrift Store 101 West Hayes, Savoy Open Friday thru Sunday 10am-5pm.

PETS FOR SALE Beautiful full blood German Shepherd puppies. 5 males and 3 females. Both Mom and Dad are well behaved and intelligent dogs. $300.00. Email vickey_waller@ yahoo.com

MUNOZ LAWN CARE & TREE TRIMMING All kinds of fences built and repaired too. For estimate call: 903-267-2503 A & A HANDYMAN SERVICE We do any repairs, demolition or remodeling, lawn care, tree service, cleaning out houses, trailer homes, sheds, or barns. If you have a job idea, let us know. We will see if we can do it. No Job too Big or too Small!!! Call 469-422-7990. HOME REPAIRS & REMODELING Kitchens, baths, additions, cabinets, carpentry, decks, porch covers, fencing and siding. Drywall repairs and painting. Call Billy at 903-413-4338. PROFESSIONAL PAINT & DRYWALL REPAIRS: Cracks, holes, patches, water damage, sheetrock repair, ceilings, walls, matched texturing. Interior/ Exterior Painting. 40+ years experience. Call Johnny @ 903-209-6958 ROBERT’S HEATING and AIR Licensed and insured. Free estimates. 24 hour service. We accept all major credit cards. Financing Available. Robert Fuller, owner and operator. License# TACLB27431E. Call 903-647-0816. EBS YARD WORK • Zero Turn Mowing • Tree Cleanup • Small Skid Steer Work • Haul Away Trash Serving Professionally for 25 Years. Psalms 119 903-436-2296

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JOB TITLE: Part-time Pct. #3 Secretary HOURS: 18 hrs. per week SALARY: $12.00 per hr. REQUIREMENTS: Computer experience and light office work BENEFITS: Pro-rated Vacation, Sick Leave, and Retirement CONTACT: Jerry Magness 18101 E FM 1396 Honey Grove, TX 75446 (903)378-2941 CLOSING DATE: Open until filled

Applications are on our website at www.co.fannin.tx.us or may be picked up at the Fannin County Auditor’s Office at 200 E 1st St., Bonham, TX.

FANNIN COUNTY 1/11/22 EMPLOYMENT NOTICE

JOB TITLE: Full time Roadhand OFFICE: Fannin County Pct. #3, Honey Grove, TX SUPERVISOR: Fannin County Commissioner, Jerry Magness REQUIREMENTS: CDL required, no current CDL need not apply. Equipment Operator with belly dump or end dump experience. BENEFITS: Vacation, Sick Leave, Holidays, Retirement, Medical Dental & Life Insurance CONTACT: Jerry Magness 18101 E FM 1396 Honey Grove, TX 75446 (903)378-2941 Applications are on our website at www.co.fannin.tx.us or may be picked up at the Fannin County Auditor’s Office at 200 E 1st St., Bonham, TX.

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EMPLOYMENT

HELP WANTED Need 2 workers, part time. Lifting required. Call: 903-583-3028.

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS HVAC Technicians, Journeyman Electrician, and HVAC/Electric Apprentice and Helpers. Competitive wages based on experience, vacation and company paid insurance. For more information call 903583-4018 or apply in person at Blain Service Company, 7258 N Hwy 78 in Ravenna.

NORTH TEXAS SAFARI PARK Is hiring for these positions: • Animal Care Staff • Park Keepers • General Labors Weekends are Manditory FULL TIME - PART TIME Apply: northtexassafaripark@ gmail.com or call: 903-718-0305 RED RIVER HEALTH CARE Now hiring home care providers for Bonham, Bailey, Denison, Greenville, Ivanhoe, Sherman, and Commerce. Must be 18 years of age with no criminal history and have own transportation with car insurance. No certification required. Call 1-800-2896555 for more info.

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1/11/22

RV PARK & STORAGE 542 CR 4026 SAVOY, TX.

469-525-5877 * 5 x 10 Storage --- $25 00 / mo * 10 x 10 Storage --- $35 00 / mo

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CNC Lathe/ Mill Machinist POSITION OPENINGS B.F. Gammon Tool & Die is accepting applications for immediate openings for CNC Lathe/Mill Machinist and also someone with Gear Cutting experience. 40 hours per week plus overtime. Full benefits including paid healthcare, retirement benefits and holiday, vacaMECHANICS HELPER tion and sick pay. Climate Needed controlled shop. 7:30amPart time. 4:00pm, 5 days per week. Call 903-814-8620 Send resume via email or 903-821-0604. to brett@bfgammon.com. JOB TITLE: Part-time Pct. #3 Secretary 903-583-3597 Medical Receptionist: HOURS: 18 hrs. per week Texoma Care Bonham NOW HIRING! $12.00 per SALARY: hr. Health/Dental/Retirement CDL drivers with recent driv-Computer Benefits. Effective REQUIREMENTS: experience and verbal light ing experience and written communication office workand a clean drivingBENEFITS: record. Home daily. Vacation, skills, Sick Leave,excellent Pro-rated and DrivingRetirement radius within 3 hours interpersonal skills, familiar of Fannin County, TX. Abilwith medical terminology, CONTACT: Jerry Magness ity to use forklift, tarping and E FMstrong 1396 work ethic. flatbed experience18101 a plus, Send resumes to TX 75446 but will train the rightHoney driver.Grove, teresa.martinez@thcs.org (903)378-2941 Please come in person to or call 903-416-4171. CLOSING DATE: Open until filled complete an application: 3765 County Road 2135, AMLIN PUMP SERVICE Applications are on or our website at www.co.fannin.tx.us Telephone, TX 75488 Is looking for someone call 903-664-2332 ask up forat thethat or may be picked Fannin Auditor’s canCounty produce, follow human resources. Office at 200 E 1st St., Bonham, TX. and show up instructions, for work on time every day. If this sounds like you, come complete an application and talk to us about your future. We will start your at the rate you qualify 1/11/22pay for, furnish paid vacation after one year, employee health insurance, and partial uniform payment. We plan to stay in business for many years and would like the right person to be a part of Amlin Pump Service. If you already have a job, come and talk to us. We may have something better. Applications available at our office at 1090 South State Highway 121, Bonham, TX.

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Continued from Page 13 TEXAS BEST HANDYMAN & REMODEL: Over 20 years experience. No job too small. Free estimates. Call Eric Baldwin 469400-4086. Serving Grayson and Fannin Counties. LIBERTY MOVING Local and long distance moves. Residential and office. Insured and bonded. Located in Leonard, TX. Call 940-391-9298 or 940-390-9978. ART LESSONS Valley Creek Studio Drawing andpainting for adults and youth. Homeschoolers welcome! Custom artwork. Katherine Kluger 903-227-8143

CLASSIFIEDS 11/24/20 FARM and LAWN 520 S. Center

MAINTENANCE Tree service, landscaping, brush clearing, fence of any kind, pipe fence painting, power washing, house painting, flagstone patios, gravel driveways, lot mowing, gutters and drainage, concrete demolition, any odd jobs. Call Jose Vazquez at 903-227-5898 or 903-583-1259. STAPP TREE TRIMMING AND REMOVAL Hauling, Storm Damage, Demolition Work, Dead Wood Removal, Licensed and Bonded. Over 25 Years Experience. Call 903-5837888. “Cheaper than the cheapest. Give me a call, I can handle it all, guaranteed.”

PUBLIC NOTICE SELF-STORAGE UNIT AUCTION IN BONHAM! Notice of Public Sale Saturday, 15th, January 2022 at 10am. Complete contents (misc items) of one 10’x22’ Unit (14) self-storage unit will be sold to the highest bidder to satisfy a landlord’s lien. The sale will be held on Saturday, January 10th, 10 am at Bright Start Storage, 400 Katy Blvd, Bonham TX 75418. The property includes the contents (misc items) of Unit 14 10’x22’ of Pedro Fuentes Unit from Bonham, TX.

Bonham, TX 75418 2 offices, bathroom & storage area, Plenty of parking space. $750 per month (utilities not included) Call or text 903-583-0108. 220 E. 1st St Bonham, TX 75418 6500 SF Total. 3500 SF Warehouse w/concrete floors & loading dock. 3000 SF Office w/approx 8 offices, large meeting room space, 2 restrooms, kitchen area, HVAC, recently remodeled. $2,500 per month (utilities not included). Call or text 903-583-0108.

I buy Junk Cars and Tractors. 903-436-2067. David Lee

Manna House Food Pantry When: Tuesday • 1pm - 5pm. Where: 914 S. 5th St. Bonham (across from Calvary Baptist Church.) For more information: 903-583-3910

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REAL ESTATE FOR RENT 2 Bedroom Mobile Home West Leonard. $575 per month with deposit. Utilities not included. Electric with gas heat. Refridgerator, stove, and microwave included. Call 469-918-9979. FOR RENT 3 Bedroom, 2 bath Brick Home. Nice fenced yard, all appliances. $1400. 1 Bedroom Apartment Almost new, all appliances. $750. 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Home with hardwood floors, CH/AC. $1000. 3 Bedroom 1 ½ Bath. CH/AC. $950. Call: 903-227-0920. 50% OF 5.82 ACRES Located 2363 Allison Road Calera, Oklahoma $79,500. The other 50%, owner lives on property and will not vacate if 50% sold. Contact 903-449-0319. OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT 225 to 300 sq. feet or build to suit. 2501 N Center ST. Bonham. 903-583-9527.

Fannin County Commissioners Contact Information

Precinct 1 Commissioner Edwina Lane Pct. Barn Location: 8865 Highway 56 W (2 miles east of Savoy) Savoy, Texas 75479 Phone: 903-965-7030 Email Address: elane@fanninco.net Precinct 2 Commissioner A.J. Self Pct. Barn Location: 500 N. Highway 69 Leonard, Texas 75452 Phone: 903-587-3455 Email Address: aself@fanninco.net

Precinct 3 Commissioner Jerry Magness Pct. Barn Location: 18101 East FM 1396 (Just off Hwy 82) Honey Grove, Texas 75446 Phone: 903-378-2941 Email Address: precinct3@fanninco.net Precinct 4 Commissioner Dean Lackey Pct. Barn Location: 1369 East Highway 56 Bonham, Texas 75418 Phone: 903-583-2039 Email Address: dlackey@fanninco.net

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Dodd City ISD Honor Roll 2nd 9-Weeks 2021/2022

Elementary Honor Roll 1st Grade All A’s: Atalie Baum, Alek Cottrell, Isaac Schulze, Jessie Shepard, Amelia Wilson A’s & B’s: Grady Baum, Paisley Rogers, Creed Stockton 2nd Grade All A’s: Damian Castro, Drew Chaney, Chaynee Cole, Kaydence Covington, Eli Lackey, Jade Murray, Kason Williams, Caden Wilson A’s & B’s: Jude Kirkpatrick, Brailee Lindsey, Aubrey McKenzie, Ruby Miller, Chesney Spiller 3rd Grade ALL A’S: Meleah Crossland, Lila Crunk, Nolan Hubbard A’S & B’S: Marisol Barco, Millee Braden, Hunter Ferguson, Gage Lee, Lillian Liebel,

Nolan Melson, Evelyn Miller, Anna Schulze, Hadley Spindle 4th Grade ALL A’S: Celina Cabianca, Darrell Gilbert, Wyatt Martin A’S & B’S: Olivia Amigh, Joseph Aponte, Jude Garcia, Jayli Hill, Carson Lindsey, Kaynen Robbins, Jasmine Smithson, Emaree Weeks 5th Grade ALL A’S: Mattox Amigh, Collin Baum, Kennedy Chaney, Kennedy McDonald, Ada Melson A’S & B’S: Holden Atchley, Makayla Camp, Tyler Denney, Preston Dickerson, Kodi Dorau, Paisley Garcia, Bentley Hall, Jordan Johnson, Kasey Knight, Aja Morris, Iskander Ortega, Paxton Payne, Prince Walls, Eastyn Weissert

Jr High Honor Roll 6th Grade ALL A’S: Olivia Cabianca, Grayson Ozment, Madison Walker, Kinley White A’S & B’S: MariaJose Barco, Ethan Bruce, Paige Clark, Gabby De la Rosa, Logan Fite, Alexis Forder, Brooks Goodwin, Lukas Price, Reed Rich, Gavin Rogers 7th Grade All A’s: Harlee Duncan, Caroline Lackey, Ian Ortega, Adisen White A’S & B’S: Akadenze Armstrong, Annalee Baker, Andres Castro, Summer Clark, Holden Dudley, Addison Hunter, Dominic Lillie, Kayleigh McBrayer, Aiden Nietupski, Aubrey Thompson, Emma Vincent, Taylor Voss 8th Grade ALL A’S: Kenzi Freeman, Addison Weeks A’S & B’S: Cash Crossland, Gavin Crum, Miicah Fite,

Sierra Garcia, Aiden Helms, Breezy Jenkins, Cheyenne Johnson, Cierra Johnson, Kailen Kavanaugh, Christopher Kersey, Riley Murray, Grady Ozment, Gavin Shindler, Taegan Williams High School Honor Roll 9th Grade ALL A’S: Alexis Dudley, Katie Ferguson A’S & B’S: Gabino Barco, Maddox Lappin, Gus Lillie, Caylee Mills, Caleb Munger, Jackson Neely, Charlie Wild 10th Grade ALL A’S: Kaylen Atchley, Hannah Burney, Addyson Chaney, Kara Freeman, John Gilbreath, Kadyn McCarley, Tyler Smithson, Trevin Wilson A’S & B’S: Ethan Barnard, Zoie Hobbs, Emma Jenkins, Elizabeth Lira, Natally Medina, Nautica Morris, Garrett

Morrison, Ivyanna Odiorne, Michael Ortega, Hadley Ozment, Lexi Robertson 11th Grade ALL A’S: Ashton Balvin, Autumn Brown, Emily Ferguson, Tiana Jenkins, Garrett Knight, Logan Lackey, Reagan Lillie, Lindsey Mauppin, Camryn McCarley, Lindsey Skipper, Jace Stevens, Austin Weeks ALL A’S & B’S: Tucker Baker, Aydan Balvin, Braden Burney, Nicholas Glover, Daniel Monroe, Carson Morrison, Lexi Phillips 12th Grade ALL A’S: Kaylee Freeman, Brody Mauppin, Ryan Mills, Laura Turner A’S & B’S: Ian Baker, James Davis, Kylee Graves, Gavin Kirby, Kimberly Medina, Ali Preas, Seth Timmons, Luke Wilson

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NOTICE OF REQUIREMENT TO COMPLY WITH THE 1/11/22 SUBDIVISION SERVICE EXTENSION POLICY OF FROGNOT SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT 1/11/22

Pursuant to Chapter 13.2502 of the Texas Water Code, Frognot Special Utility District hereby gives notice that any person who subdivides land by dividing any lot, tract, or parcel of land, within the service area of Frognot Special Utility District, Certificate of Convenience and Necessity No. 10164, in Collin, Fannin and Hunt Counties, into two or more lots or sites for the purpose of sale or development, whether immediate or future, including re-subdivision of land for which a plat has been filed and recorded or requests more than two water connections on a single contiguous tract of land must comply with the Developer, Subdivision, and Non-Standard Service Requirements (the “Subdivision Policy”) contained in Frognot Special Utility District’s tariff. Frognot Special Utility District is not required to extend retail water utility service to a service applicant in a subdivision where the developer of the subdivision has failed to comply with the Subdivision Policy. Applicable elements of the Subdivision include: Evaluation by Frognot Special Utility District of the impact a proposed subdivision service extension will make on Frognot Special Utility District’s water supply system and payment of the costs for this evaluation; Payment of reasonable costs of fees by the developer for providing water supply capacity; Payment of fees for reserving water supply capacity; Forfeiture of reserved water supply capacity for failure to pay applicable fees; Payment of costs of any improvements to Frognot Special Utility District’s system that are necessary to provide the water service; Construction according to design approved by Frognot Special Utility District and dedication by the developer of water facilities within the subdivision following inspection. Frognot Special Utility District’s tariff and a map showing Frognot Special Utility District’s service area may be reviewed at Frognot Special Utility District’s offices, at 9329 CR 628, Blue Ridge, Texas; the tariff and service area map also are filed of record at the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality in Austin, Texas and may be reviewed by contacting the TCEQ, Water Utilities Division, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711.

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NOTICE OF SALE – BONHAM ISD STATE OF TEXAS

FANNIN COUNTY

BY VIRTUE OF AN ORDER OF SALE

issued pursuant to judgment decree(s) of the District Court of Fannin County, Texas, by the Clerk of said Court on said date, in the hereinafter numbered and styled suit(s) and to me directed and delivered as Sheriff or Constable of said County, I have on December 28, 2021, seized, levied upon, and will, on the first Tuesday in February 2022, the same being the 1st day of said month, at the Front Steps of Bonham City Hall, between the hours of 10 o’clock a.m. and 4 o’clock p.m. on said day, Bonham, TX., beginning at 10:00 AM, proceed to sell at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash in hand, all right, title and interest which the dependents in such suit(s) and to the following described real estate levied upon as the property of said defendants, the lying and being situated in the County of Fannin and the State of Texas, towit: Sale #

Cause # Judgment Date

Acct No. Order Issue Date

Style of Case

Legal Description

TX-13-4130 6/19/2014

71391 12/28/21

BONHAM ISD vs. J.D. PARKER AND THE HEIRS AND UNKNOWN HEIRS OF J.D. PARKER, ET AL.

BEING ABSTRACT 112, H. BURKHARDT SURVEY AKA 605 LEE, CITY OF BONHAM, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS.

$5,600.00

TX-15-4356 1/17/2018

94260 12/28/21

BONHAM ISD vs. LARRY REYNOLDS

BEING .296 ACRES OF NORTH 1/2 OF LOT 2 AND SOUTH 1/2 OF LOT 3, SMITH ADDITION, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS AKA 208 N. HELTON, CITY OF RANDOLPH, TEXAS

$11,250.00

TX-17-4465 2/6/2019

91869 and 91871 12/28/21

BONHAM ISD vs. DORCAS CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST

TRACT 1. BEING THE NORTH PART OF LOT 3, BLOCK 7, HAYS ADDITION, SURVEY 9475, AKA W 12TH, CITY OF BONHAM, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS. (91869) TRACT 2. BEING THE NORTH 150’ OF LOT 4, BLOCK 7, HAYS ADDITION, SURVEY 9475, AKA POPLAR & W 12TH CORNER, CITY OF BONHAM, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS. (91871)

TX-18-4501 2/6/2019

TX-18-4519 7/17/2019

94258 12/28/21

BONHAM ISD vs. JAMES R. PERRY

101169 and 109430 12/28/21

BONHAM ISD vs. RHONDA WEYRICK HUNT, ET AL.

BEING PART OF THE J.W. PATTON SURVEY, ABSTRACT 890, LOTS 2-5, AND 8-12, BLOCK 2 OF THE SMITH ADDITION, aka N. HELTON, CITY OF RANDOLPH, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS, AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 902, PAGE 0923, OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS. TRACT 1. BEING 2.719 ACRES OF A. E. RAY SURVEY, ABSTRACT 978, AKA 711 HWY 11, CITY OF BAILEY, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS. (101169) TRACT 2. BEING 1.961 ACRES OF A. E. RAY SURVEY, ABSTRACT 978, AKA CR 3725, WOLFE CITY, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS. (109430)

TX-18-4523 7/17/2019

72786 12/28/21

BONHAM ISD vs. HEIRS AND UNKNOWN HEIRS OF CLETA LOUISE NORMAN A/K/A LOUISE NORMAN, ET AL.

BEING 1.5 ACRES OUT OF THE S. CHAMBLISS SURVEY, ABSTRACT 0186, AKA 213 CEDAR, RAVENNA, TEXAS AS RECORD IN VOLUME 955, PAGE 407, FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS.

TX-18-4524 2/19/2020

83324 12/28/21

BONHAM ISD vs. HEIRS AND UNKNOWN HEIRS OF EARLINE KINCAID CARMACK, ET AL.

BEING 0.75 ACRES OF LAND, MORE OR LESS, OUT OF THE M H SHRYOCK SURVEY, ABSTRACT 1012, AKA N MAIN, CITY OF RAVENNA, FANNIN COUNTY TEXAS.

TX-18-4543 9/18/2019

72274 and 76075 12/28/21

BONHAM ISD vs. SHANNON HERMAN, ET AL.

TRACT 1. BEING 15.08 ACRES OUT OF THE J. CLARK SURVEY, ABSTRACT 176, AKA 2167 W. HWY 56, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS, AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 1518, PAGE 211, OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS (72274) TRACT 2. BEING 6.00 ACRES OUT OF THE MABEL GILBERT SURVEY, ABSTRACT 451, AKA CR 4125, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS, AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 1518, PAGE 211, OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS. (76075)

TX-18-4548 9/25/2020

72315 12/28/21

TX-18-4549 10/13/2021

91808 12/28/21

TX-19-4622 10/13/2021

92175 12/28/21

TX-20-4663 10/13/2021

94056 12/28/21

BONHAM ISD vs. HEIRS AND UNKNOWN HEIRS OF JOHN BROOKS OWENS A/K/A J. B. OWENS, ET AL.

BEING 0.5 ACRES OF LAND, MORE OR LESS, OUT OF THE J CLARK SURVEY, ABSTRACT 0176, AKA W HWY 56, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS.

BONHAM ISD vs. HEIRS AND UNKNOWN HEIRS OF RAYMOND J. OWENS JR., ET AL.

BEING 2.299 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, LOT 11, GLEN MEADOWS ADDITION, AKA GLEN MEADOWS RD., FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS, AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 1383, PAGE 311, OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS

BONHAM ISD vs. JOSEPH B. WOOD, SR.

BEING 0.2248 ACRES OF LAND, MORE OR LESS, PART OF LOT 28, INGLISH ADDITION, AKA 1107 PINE, CITY OF BONHAM, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS, AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 1826, PAGE 500, OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS.

BONHAM ISD vs. SHELLY BLAND

BEING 0.1423 ACRES OF LAND, MORE OR LESS, PART OF BLOCK 40, WILLIAMS ADDITION, AKA 624 W SAM RAYBURN DRIVE, CITY OF BONHAM, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 953, PAGE 72 OF THE DEED RECORDS OF FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS.

Adjudged Value

TRACT 1. $5,120.00 TRACT 2. $7,200.00

$4,600.00

TRACT 1. $32,830.00 TRACT 2. $29,920.00

$18,780.00

$8,160.00

TRACT 1. $90,080.00 TRACT 2. $34,610.00

$8,800.00

$42,190.00

$33,660.00

$42,700.00

(any volume and page references, unless otherwise indicated, being to the Deed Records, Fannin County, Texas, to Which instruments reference may be made for a more complete description of each respective tract.) or, upon the written request of said defendants or their attorney, a sufficient portion of the property described above shall be sold to satisfy said tax warrant(s), interest, penalties, and cost; and any property sold shall be subject to the right of redemption of the defendants or any person having an interest therein, to redeem the said property, or their interest therein, within the time and in the manner provided by law, and shall be subject to any other and further rights to which the defendants or anyone interested therein may be entitled, under the provisions of law. Said sale to be made by me to satisfy the judgment or tax warrant(s) rendered if the above styled and numbered cause(s), together with interest, penalties, and costs of tax warrant suit, and the proceeds of said sales to be applied to the satisfaction thereof, and the remainder, if any, to be applied as the law directs. 1/4/22

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A RECENT RESOLUTION APPROVED BY THE FANNIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT REQUIRES BIDDERS TO OBTAIN PRIOR TO THE SALE, A STATEMENT FROM THE FANNIN CENTRAL APPRAISAL DISTRICT CERTIFYING THAT THE PERSON/FIRM/COMPANY PURCHASING PROPERTY AT A TAX SALE OWES NO DELINQUENT PROPERTY TAXES FOR ANY PROPERTY EITHER CURRENTLY OR PREVIOUSLY OWNED TO ANY TAXING ENTITY WITHIN THE COUNTY. YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO BID ON OR RECEIVE A TAX SALE DEED TO ANY PROPERTY WITHOUT THIS CERTIFICATE/STATEMENT. TO OBTAIN A CERTIFICATE/STATEMENT. PLEASE CONTACT THE COLLECTIONS DEPARTMENT AT THE FANNIN CENTRAL APPRAISAL DISTRICT LOCATED AT 831 W. STATE HWY 56, BONHAM. 7X (903) 583-8701. PROSPECTIVE BIDDERS SHOULD ALLOW UP TO TWO WEEKS TO PROCESS THE REQUEST. YOU MUST HAVE THIS CERTIFICATE/STATEMENT I HAND BEFORE THE SALE BEGINS. Dated at Bonham, Texas, December 28, 2021

Mark Johnson, Sheriff Fannin County, Texas

By Deputy

Notes:

The Minimum Bid is the lesser of the amount awarded in the judgment plus interest and costs or the adjudged value. However, the Minimum Bid for a person owning an interest in the property or for a person who is a party to the suit (other than a taxing unit), is the aggregate amount of the judgments against the property plus all costs of suit(s) and sale. ALL SALES SUBJECT TO CANCELLATION WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. THERE MAY BE ADDITIONAL TAXES DUE ON THE PROPERTY WHICH HAVE BEEN ASSESSED SINCE THE DATE OF THE JUDGMENT. For more information, contact your attorney or PERDUE, BRANDON, FIELDER, COLLINS & MOTT, LLP, attorney for plaintiffs, at (972) 278-8282.

Kiwanis sponsored Trade 1/4/22 Days donates to some Bonham/County youth programs vendors who were at Sophomore of the Year businesses in Bonham, but

Press Release - Kiwanis Club of Bonham has been managing Bonham Trade Days since 1977. Trade Days is always held on Thursday through Sunday following the first Monday of the month. Due to popular demand, there will now be a second Bonham Trade Days held Friday through Sunday following the second Monday of the month. In addition to

the first Trade Days, there will be different vendors at the second Trade Days. Net proceeds from Bonham Trade Days go to help the youth of Bonham and Fannin County. Part of the youth donations go to scholarships for Bonham High School seniors who plan to attend college. In cooperation with Kiwanis International, there is a

contest into which Kiwanis Club of Bonham puts money. This is not just a national program, but Texas-Oklahoma District and local club participate as well. There has been one national program won by a Fannin County student. Bonham Trade Days brings many shoppers from other places. These visitors not only shop at

Do Well Be Well with Diabetes program

Press Release - Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service hosting “Do Well Be Well with Diabetes,” an educational program series for people with Type 2 Diabetes and caregivers. Classes are FREE! Classes will be held at the Derrell Hall Education Center at 2505 N. Center Street from 3:00pm-5:00

Please Help! Community Food Pantry in Honey Grove has moved to McKenzie United Methodist Church, 701 7th Street. We need help with with groceries or donations, please. 1st and 3rd Thursday each month. Time change: 5:00 - 7:00pm. Contacts: Joann Dyer - 903623-4132 or 903-227-9565 Star Breece - 281-832-8116 Kim Humbarger - 281-6507258 God Bless You!

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pm on Thursdays in February. (Feb 3, Feb 10, Feb 17, Feb 24) Featured speaker will be Alicia Fowler, PA-C with Family Healthcare, Bonham Specialty Clinic. Do Well Be Well with Diabetes is designed to teach simple ways to manage Type 2 Diabetes and take control of your health and your life!

To be a part of Do Well Be Well with Diabetes classes, please contact the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service at (903) 583-7453 or email bethany.arie@ ag.tamu.edu to reserve your spot in class! If you require special accommodations to attend, please contact one week prior to first session.

If you’re pregnant, we want to help. 903-640-8230 Fannin Pregnancy Care Center 1500 N. Center Bonham, Texas

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surrounding towns as well. Some vendor spots are still available at Bonham Trade Days. Please call John Burnett at (903) 2274477 for information. Bonham Kiwanis Club, along with the vendors, thank you for shopping for the unusual, utile, and unique items available at Bonham Trade Days.

Volunteers Wanted

To support activities at the City of Bonham Senior Citizens Center. Become a member of the Friends of Bonham Senior Citizens Center and use your talents to support programs at the Senior Center. For information text Rich at 214738-9975. Submitted by Rich Summers, President Friends of the Bonham Senior Citizens Center 214-738-9975 Fax: 903-449-4404 rlsummers@reagan.com

LEGAL NOTICE

Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Wine and Malt Beverage Retailer’s Off-Premise Permit (BQ) by HONEYGROVE LLC, DBA: QUICK STOP# 101, to be located at 407 W Main St, Honey Grove, TX, 75446, County Fannin. Officers of said corporation is: 1. JALEES AHMED MOHAMMAD, MANAGING MEMBER

Honey Grove ISD Board of Trustees Election

1/11/22

An election for the Board of Trustees of the Honey Grove ISD will be held on Saturday, May 7, 2022 for the purpose of electing three trustees for a full 3-year term. Voting will be held at the Lyday Hall at 540 N 6th Street in Honey Grove, Texas. Polls will open at 7:00am and close at 7:00pm. The first day to apply for place on the ballot is Wednesday, January 19th. The last day to file for a place on the ballot will be Friday, February 18th. Applications may be picked up and returned to the Honey Grove ISD Administration Building, 1206 N 17th Street, Honey Grove, Texas. First day to vote early will begin on Monday, April 25, 2022 and will end on Tuesday, May 7, 2022. If you have any questions you may call the office at 903378-2264.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO DISCUSS THE 2021 BONHAM ISD TEXAS ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE REPORT (TAPR) The Bonham Independent School District will hold a public hearing during the Board of Trustees meeting at 6:00pm on January 24, 2022 (rescheduled from December 13, 2021). The purpose of this public hearing is to discuss the 2021 Academic Performance Report (TAPR) for BISD and each campus in the district.

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Vote Republican April Gibbs for District Clerk and here’s why:

• 13 years experience as a Deputy Clerk in Fannin County • Over a decade of experience in reporting statistics to Office of Court Administration and court dispositions to criminal histories

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My name is Don Grammar, and I am running as a candidate for Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 in Fannin County. My family is from Fannin and Grayson Counties, and I was born at Wilson N. Jones hospital in Sherman. Being raised in a military family I was fortunate to have lived in several states and Europe before I entered service with the Army. In 1991 I chose to

return home to my family’s homestead in Desert with my wife Melanie. In 2004 we moved to Melanie’s grandparents farm to raise cattle on what many know as the Stewman farm here in Fannin County. I am a disabled Viet Nam veteran and after leaving the service, I began my 30-year career with IBM retiring as a Field Service manager. I spent 14 years as the Information Technology Director for the City of McKinney during that city’s intense growth period in the late 1990’s and early 2000’s. In 2015, I again entered public service accepting an appointment as Fannin County Auditor. Having many years in public service and the military, Integrity, honesty, and fairness are values I hold dear. The skills

• 21 year Fannin County resident where we have raised our family giving time for school trips and functions that support our schools • 8 Years experience in banking and system operations • Dedication and passion to see a job through • Believe in making the most out of life and thanking God every day for what he gives us

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• Have established relationships throughout the criminal justice system

Digging deeper to save money, and accuracy of reporting is a huge goal for me. By using my experience as a solid foundation, I will have a good starting point. I want to utilize the experience that the District Clerk’s office has to offer and to strive to be better than the day before. That is why you should vote Republican April Gibbs for District Clerk!

I have gained throughout my career give me a great understanding of local government and the services it provides. I am a big supporter of first responders and law enforcement. Justice of the Peace is a fulltime position, and I will treat it as one. Working full time, using the skills I have gained throughout my career I can and will increase the current level of service this office has to offer for both residents and visitors alike. The Fannin County Republican Primary Election is March 1, 2022, and I am asking for your vote as your Fannin County Precinct 2 Justice of the Peace.

Courtesy photo Press Release - Construction on Bois d’Arc Lake’s embankment is complete. Crews finished remaining earth work on the embankment, having placed a total

of about 4.9 million cubic yards of dirt to build the dam. Now, the road over the top of the embankment is being completed. The last concrete pour is

also finished. Workers placed: • About 168,000 cubic yards of soil cement—to prevent erosion of the dam. • About 24,000 thousand cubic yards of conventional concrete for the spillway and other key structures across the site. Workers are now finishing paving and drainage. A major step at the site, connection of electricity, should take place in January. Once that occurs, the reservoir will be capable of holding, drawing and pushing out water for treatment.