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Road Work updates a month at this point) for Week ending due to issues covered 1/11/2024 under the warranty. One As commissioner, I issue was repaired by our plan to let you know service tech but he found every week what we another issue before we accomplished the week even moved it out of before in regards to our the shop and has had to slogan "On the road to order more parts. As it Recovery". As citizens, is still in warranty, the These signs displayed where work is in progress or finished.. you expect us to be out repairs do not cost us but working daily in the it does cut down on our for a new cross culvert on CR precinct and bringing our use of the equipment. county roads back up to at least 1245 was found by observing In talking with the contractor water going over the road a overseeing Fannin Electric's a minimum standard. Our team has had a good foot deep. An existing culvert new building on CR 1535. They week even with the rain and is there but is apparently have opened the east end with wind that has occurred this crushed. Our team spent a one lane of concrete currently past week. We had enough rain full day and a half clearing a and will have the other side to spend the day looking for huge oak tree that fell across done in a few weeks. Hammett water issues when it runs off CR 1450 and landed in the Construction will then come in and were able to clear out quite driveway across the road. The and finish out the road from the a few culverts that just needed entire 10 foot wide base of the concrete end line to the west some shovel work done. A sink tree was rotten on the inside up property line. While the road hole at a bridge on CR 4040 to about the 10 foot spot. We has issues currently due to the was found and repaired using are still clearing downed trees construction traffic, it will get old grader blades as a wall and brush off of roads across better in the near future. and plenty of rock. Pot Holes the precinct. Dale McQueen, Fannin As an update, our tractor brush on CR 1125, 1215, 1274, and County Commissioner 1305 were filled. The location cutter is still down (it has been Precinct One 903-965-7030
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GREEK CHICKEN with LEMON and FETA Zest and juice of one lemon ¼ c. olive oil 3 garlic cloves 1 tsp. dried oregano ½ tsp. smoked paprika
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¼ tsp. black pepper ½ tsp. plus pinch of sea salt 1 lb. of chicken breast, pounded to same thickness ¼ c. feta cheese ¼ c. fresh parsley Combine the lemon zest, lemon juice, and all the spices. Set aside ¼ c. of the remaining marinade for later. Next, add the chicken to the remaining marinade. Cover and place in frig for at least 30 minutes or longer. Sear the chicken in a skillet till done. Finally, transfer the chicken to a serving plate and drizzle the remaining marinade over the chicken. Sprinkle the top with fresh chopped parsley and Feta cheese and add some fresh lemon slices. ENJOY!! Correction to the January 2nd recipe of Ginger Pork Lettuce Wraps: Add 1 Tbsp minced fresh gingerroot. Please send me your favorite or unique recipes to Fannin County Leader at 224 N. Main St. Bonham, TX 75418 or email me: fclweesie@gmail. com
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Page 7 • January 16, 2024 • 903-583-3280 CALVARY UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH When: Sun. 10:30am. Wed. 7:00pm Where: 1190 Hwy 56 W. Bonham. Pastor: Steven Luton, 903-583-4346
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When The Law Of Moses Was Taken Away
By Mike Dickison Minister for the Ivanhoe Church of Christ
Some have certain beliefs that they refuse to let go, even when the Word of God says something different or even the opposite. We must follow the scriptures, for they are the words of God (2 Timothy 3:16). In matters of what the Bible says, we must “let God be true, but every man a liar” (Romans 3:4). Concerning the Old Testament and the law of Moses, the Bible teaches us that “if that first covenant had been faultless, then would no place have been sought for a second” (Hebrews 8:7). Though many today advocate that “Christians” are subject to part of the Law of Moses, such could not be farther from the truth! If one holds to part of the Law of Moses, “he is a debtor to do the whole law” (Galatians 5:3). Paul reminds brethren at Colossae, that Christ forgave their trespasses, saying, “having blotted out the bond written in ordinances that was against us, which was contrary to us:
and he hath taken it out that way, nailing it to the cross” (Colossians 2:14). Again, brother Paul encourages us to “fulfil the law of Christ” (Galatians 6:2). He further explains that “in Christ Jesus neither circumcision availeth anything, nor uncircumcision, but a new creature” (Galatians 6:15). And if “if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new” (2 Corinthians 5:17). Consistent in his teaching, Paul informs the brethren at Ephesus, that Christ “having abolished in the flesh the enmity, even the law of commandments contained in ordinances; that he might create in himself of the two one new man, so making peace” (Ephesians 2:15). The inspired writer to the Hebrews wrote of the Lord, “And for this cause he is the mediator of a new covenant, that a death having taken place for the redemption of the transgressions that were under the first covenant, they that have been called may receive the promise of the eternal inheri-
tance. For where a testament is, there must of necessity be the death of him that made it. For a testament is of force where there hath been death: for it doth never avail while he that made it liveth” (Hebrews 9:15-17). It must be understood that Christ “might reconcile both (Jew and Gentile) unto God in one body by the cross, having slain the enmity thereby” (Ephesians 2:16). The “church, which is his body” (Ephesians 1:22-23) is the “one body” (Ephesians 4:4), which was “purchased with his own blood” (Acts 20:28). Jews, physically, and Gentiles, physically, can be “made both one” (Ephesians 2:14) and be “no more strangers and foreigners, but fellowcitizens with the saints, and of the household of God” (Ephesians 2:19). In dying on the cross, Jesus, ‘nailed the Old Testament to His cross’ (Colossians 2:14) and “purchased with his own blood” “the church of God” (Acts 20:28). Let us know the truth, love the truth, and teach the truth.
Sunday Morning Re-take
“A Prayer For Facing Hard Times”
Hello everyone! As I’ve said before, one of my favorite scriptures to turn to for encouragement is John 16:33. Here, Jesus tells us, “These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.” I use this passage for encouraging others quite a lot. Jesus knows the hardships that we face in life, and He is always there to get us through them. That being said, I feel led to share with you a personal experience from a few years ago. When the pandemic first hit, and I got the word that we were going to have to cancel
services, I was heartbroken over the fact that we couldn’t meet together as a church. So, I did the only thing I knew to do. I knelt down by my couch and prayed to the Lord asking Him to give me the strength and encouragement to face what lies ahead. When I had finished my prayer, I felt that it was incomplete. I looked up toward heaven, and as best I could, I started singing this song, which ought to be our prayer for when we face difficult times. “Lord, I knew a time like this would someday come my way, when in disbelief I’d watch my whole life change. I thought I’d have the words to tell you how I feel, but the only thing
my heart is telling me to say; Is Lord, stay close to me, as I journey through the darkness of this great unknown. Lord, stay close to me, though I’ve placed my faith in You I feel so all alone. My heart trembles like a child as I walk each scary mile, and the only prayer my lips can find to speak is Lord, stay close to me.” This song was made recorded by Legacy 5 in the mid 2000s. If you are looking for a good church home, we invite you to come visit and be a part of our worship at Central Baptist Church. Visitors are our honored guests, and we hope to see you this coming Sunday! Bro. Josh Stevenson
What The Bible Says About: Disappointment
Life is just hard sometimes. We face, almost daily, some form of disappointment in people, places and things. Consider these Bible verses to help deal with disappointment. Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope. Romans 8:28 And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose. Philippians 4:6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. Colossians 3:23-25 Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your re-
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First Christian Church of Bonham Ivanhoe Baptist Church 4063 NO.FM 273 701 N Main Street Bonham, TX 75418 903.583.2227 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 (903)583-2359
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Allen’s Point Baptist Church 310 CR 2775 Honey Grove, TX 75446 903378-7038
Joyful Light Baptist Church 4695 FM 2645 First Congregational Church-corner of Savoy, TX 75418 903-436-5440 Hwy 121 and W 13th St. PO Box 386 Bonham, TX 75418 903-449-4914 Bailey Bible Baptist Church Lamasco Baptist Church 346 CR 2615 205 Leslie Bailey, Texas 75413 Telephone, Texas 75488 Episcopal Holy Trinity Episcopal Church 623 Star Bethlehem Baptist Church “The House Landmark Missionary Baptist Church Street (W 7th & Star Street) of Bread” 1415 Franklin Avenue, 1409 W. Market St. Honey Grove, Texas 903-583-7112 Bonham, TX 7541 Office: 903-583-8061 75446 (615) 448-8802 Bois D’Arc Creek Cowboy Church Hwy 121 & Edhube Road Phone 903-583-1671
Little Bethel Baptist Church PO Box 63 Ladonia, Texas 75449 Phone (903)367-7708
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints, Bonham 1540 S Hwy 78 (972) 880-1412
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Boyd Baptist Church 3707 St. Hwy. 78 N Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Rt 1 Box Bonham, Texas Phone (903) 583-7288 101B, PO Box 73, Ladonia, Texas 75449 Phone (903)367-7009 Calvary Baptist Church 913 S. 5th St Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-3910 New Zion Baptist Church 627 County Road
St. James Lutheran Church 14394 E FM 1396 Windom Tx 75492 Phone: 903-583-5155
Central Baptist Church (Fundmental, Independent) 709 Union Ave. Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 505-4124
Christian Chapel CME 1005 West Market St. Honey Grove, Tx 75446 903-378-3518
Corinth Baptist Church 277 CR 1150 North of Bonham on Highway 78 903 583 2750 Dial Baptist Church 16816 FM 1550 Honey Grove, TX 75446 903-378-7070 Duplex Baptist Church 313 CR 2102 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-664-3175 Ector Baptist Church P.O. Box 248 Ector, Texas 75439 (903) 961-2175 Edhube Baptist Church 595 FM 2815 Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-2840
1265 Bonham, TX 75418 903-961-2027
Pilgram Rest Baptist Church 703 Agusta St. Trenton, Texas
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Ravenna Baptist Church 100 Elm Street Ector United Methodist Church Ravenna, Texas 75476 401 Church St. Ector, Texas 75439 (903) 217-7665 Rising Son Cowboy Church 1526 CR 2010 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-640-3377 First United Methodist Church of Leonard 206 N. Main / PO Box 218 Leonard, Sandy Baptist Church Ravenna, Texas TX 75452 903-587-3463 75476 (903) 583-9546 First United Methodist Church of TrenSeventh & Main Baptist Church 617 ton 211 North Second Street @ Hunt N. Main Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) Trenton, TX 75490 903-989-2378 583-8679 First United Methodist Church of BonSovereign Grace Baptist Church 601 S. ham 801 Star Bonham, Texas 75418 4th St. Bonham, TX 469-207-1141 (903) 583-3314
Elwood Baptist Intersection of CR 2125 Telephone Baptist Church located on FM 273 Grove Hill Methodist Church and CR 2544 near Ivanhoe, Texas in Telephone Office phone: 903-664-2377 5501 FM 1553 Leonard, TX 75452 Faith Independent Baptist Church 12676 W Hwy 82 Savoy, Tx 75479 903-965-5517
Primera Iglesia Baustia Hispana 1134 FM Marvin United Methodist Church 273 Bonham, Texas 75418 903-583-5727 Office Phone 903-364-2411 FM 898 E Whitewright, Texas Trinity Baptist Church 219 W. Denison First Baptist Church of Bailey Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-3388 Mulberry United Methodist Church, PO Box 221 Bailey, Texas 75413 5638 FM 274, Ravenna, TX 75476, (903)583-4793 Valley Creek Baptist Church 3615 FM phone 1-888-311-8508 896, Leonard, TX 75452 903-587-2386 First Baptist Church of Bonham 710 McKenzie United Methodist Church N. Center Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) Westside Baptist Church 912 W. Commerce 701 N. 7th Street Honey Grove, TX 583-8519 St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 903-249-2987 75446 (903) 203-4455 West Shady Grove Baptist Church First Baptist Church of Dodd City PO Windom United Methodist Church 13665 East Line Road Trenton, TX Box 47 Dodd City, Texas 75438-0047 207 Second Street PO Box 936 (903)583-4465 Windom Baptist Church 203 1st Street Windom, TX 75492 940-390-0146 Windom, TX 75492 (903) 623-2215 First Baptist Church of Honey Grove Pleasant Grove CME Church box 34 PO Box 124 Honey Grove, Texas 75446 Wild Horse Creek Cowboy Church 2992 CR Ladonia TX 75449 Hwy 64 903-367-7870 (903)378-2768 2285 Telephone, Texas 75488 903-486-1630 Virginia Point United Methodist Church Catholic First Baptist Church of Ladonia 301 1386 CR 1200 Savoy, TX St. Elizabeth Catholic Church corner of 10th East Main Ladonia, Texas 75449-100 Nazarene & Maple Bonham, TX office 903-583-7734 (903)367-7038 Bonham Community Church 347 FM Church of Christ 273 Bonham, TX 228-563-0423 First Baptist Church of Leonard 100 Church of Christ Leonard, Texas 75452 Non-Denominational East Thomas St. [PO Box 1146] (903) 587-2229 Leonard, TX 75452 (903) 587-2250 Golden Gospel Church 4435 County Ector Church of Christ Hwy 56 & Cedar Road 2610 in Bonham, Texas First Baptist Church of Pecan Gap St. Ector, Texas 903-961-3155 (903) 227-8527 PO Box 100 Pecan Gap, Texas 75469 Honey Grove Church Of Christ - 403 W. (903)359-6683 Greater Joy Fellowship Hwy. 121 & W Main St. Honey Grove, 903-227-2606 13th, Bonham, TX (meeting in First Con. Ivanhoe Church of Christ P.O. Box 322First Baptist Church of Randolph Methodist Church Bldg. Sun. 5 PM) 290 CR 2040 Ivanhoe, TX 75447 PO Box 14 Randolph, Texas 75475 (903)583-6900 The Way Christian Fellowship. 308 E Katy Blvd Church of Christ 411 Katy Fowler St, Savoy Tx 75479 Blvd Bonham, TX 75418 706-294-5996 First Baptist Church of Savoy .O. Box 177 Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) Pentecostal Midway Church of Christ Hwy 56 W 965-4160 Bonham 903 583 3989 First Baptist Church of Trenton PO Box 157 Trenton, Texas 75490 (903)989-2319
Northside Church of Christ 2020 N. Center Bonham, Texas 75418 (903)583-3484 Oak Ridge Church of Christ 10368 E FM 1550 Ladonia, Texas 75449 903 583 0849
First Fannin Baptist Hispanic Church Rt. 4 Box 10 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-5727 Savoy Church of Christ P.O. Box 212 Savoy, (903) 965-7344 Gober Baptist Church P.O. Box 82 Wolfe City, Texas 75496 (903) 583-2378 Trenton Church of Christ 101 W. Saunders St. Trenton, TX 75490 Grace Reformed Baptist Church 903-989-2446 2800 10th St Honey Grove TX gracerbcbonham.com Gathering Tine Cabin Ministry 487 CR 2105 Ivanhoe, TX 903-449-0180
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Bonham Living Word Church of God- 699 E Hwy 82 Bonham,TX 75418 Phone: (903) 583-5655
Honey Grove Cowboy Church Lannius Church of God 2803 Hwy 897 3050 Hwy 100 North Honey Grove, TX Dodd City, TX 75438 903-623-3007
SR Church P.C.G. 1850 S HWY 121 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 640-3025
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First Presbyterian Church of Bonham 818 N. Main St. Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-2014 Main Street Presbyterian Church P.O. Box 188 or 504 E. Main St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 (903) 249-1325
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Calvary United Pentecostal Church 1190 Hwy 56 W Bonham Texas 903-583-4346 United Pentecostal Church P.O. Box 216 Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) 965-4627 Peace Tabernacle UPC 16020 CR 635 Trenton, Texas (972) 752-4054
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Hayes Equine JAN 2024 NL: The end of the old year was a rough time at the clinic. Dr Hayes treated an impaction colic every day for six days. The drop in weather temperatures made water sources very cold, causing the horses not to drink. Impaction colic is caused by the horse failing to drink water at the time it eats coastal hay, especially on a cold morning. By that evening the hay is impacted in the large colon, causing a blockage and colic. All of these horses’ guts shut down so they required iv fluids, which made for big vet bills. Prevention is simple. 1. Add a tablespoon or palm full of regular table salt to the horse’s feed am and pm. 2. Put a heater coil in the water trough. 3. Feed alfalfa with the coastal hay. Alfalfa hay has more moisture and does not impact. New Wound Treatment We have purchased a Phovia Blue Light device to help wounds heal faster. The photo converter gel is applied to the wound and the blue light is shined on the wound for two 2-minute periods. The gel absorbs the light and converts it to light energy, which is ca-
pable of penetrating the skin. This promotes healing, kills bacteria, and has an anti-inflammatory effect. We can do the Blue Light treatment once a week when we change the bandage. I had very good results using the Phovia light and the salt water treatment when treating a cut tendon. No Worming for Bots in January We used to worm for bots in January but with the strategic worming plan, we wait until April 15. If we worm in January, it kills only the bots because the other worms are dormant. These worms hatch in the spring around or after April 15. If we use ivermectin or Quest wormer at that time we are getting all the worms and bots. AAEP American Association of Equine Practitioners meeting highlights *Tylenol can be given to horses for pain. The dose is 18 500mg tablets for 1000lb horse *Previcox or Equioxx (Firocoxib) is a low dose daily pill pain medicine for horses which does not cause ulcers. It takes 24 hours after giving a firocoxib pill for it to be in full effect, then it lasts for another 24 hours. To reduce cost, the
pill could be given Monday, Wednesday, Friday only. Firocoxib has ¼ the pain relief that Banamine (flunixin) has. Banamine is 70% absorbed when given orally so be sure you give at least 10cc. It takes 1 hour to work, and lasts 12 hours. * Calvenza EHV1 (Rhino) vaccine can be given intranasal or in the muscle. Both routes produced systemic antibodies against EHV1. * Dexamethasone cortisone can be given to prevent vaccine reactions without decreasing the antibody response of the Flu/ Rhino vaccine for those horses that are sensitive to vaccines * EPM test titers are not reliable to test the effectiveness of EPM drugs at the end of treatment. The EPM antibodies that the horse produced when it got EPM, remain in the horse for 6 months post treatment. * Old mares produce better eggs when given omega oil supplements. You can use flax or Platinum Powder. There are many omega oil products on the market that will work. CASTRATION DATES Dates are weather dependent this time of year.
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Trenton junior Emma Dudley has verbally committed to extend her softball career at Southeastern Oklahoma State University in Durant. "I am so blessed to announce my commitment to continue my academic and softball career at Southeastern Oklahoma State University," said Dudley on Dec. 13 in a Facebook post. "I'm so thankful for the countless time, patience, and sacrifices my family has dedicated to me chasing my dreams," she wrote. "Thank you to every coach that has guided me along the way, and to my teammates who have supported me in the toughest
Trenton second baseman Emma Dudley watches a pitch to the plate on March 25, 2023, during District 15-2A softball at Dodd City. Photo by Rich Hilliard
times. "I would like to thank head coach Mackenzie Sher and assistant coach Maddison Welch for giving me this unreal opportunity and believing in me! I cannot wait to be a part of this amazing program and family! Go Savage Storm!" Last spring, Dudley earned the 15-2A offensive superlative, as undefeated districtchampion Trenton reached its first softball regional final since 2016 and third overall -- posting its best record at 29-2-1. The first day in 2024 to hold softball practice for University Interscholastic League teams in Texas was Friday, Jan. 12.
Leonard exes Brown, Harris on SOSU AD's 2023 fall academic honor roll
DJ Brown. Southeastern courtesy photo By Rich Hilliard Two Leonard alums have earned recognition on the Southeastern Oklahoma State University's Athletic Director's Honor Roll for their 2023 fall semester academic efforts. DJ Brown, a 5-9 195 soph-
Brayden Harris. Southeastern courtesy photo
omore running back, and Brayden Harris, a 6-2 245 freshman defensive lineman, garnered their spots on SOSU's football list after inaugural seasons playing the sport for the Savage Storm. Prerequisites for the honor included student-athletes hav-
By Rich Hilliard Former Bonham High School softball teammates will compete against one another next month when their college teams play in Sherman to begin the 2024 season. Chyrsi Hemby, a 2021 graduate, and Paizley Vaught, a 2022 graduate, now vie, respectively, for Austin College
Dodd City's Nate Van Huss puts up a shot despite the defensive effort of Savoy's Levi Bradshaw (4), as Cardinals Mason Staley (1) and Layne Steele (23) join Hornets Jaden Mahar (11) and Matthew Stephens (4) in watching on Jan. 2 during District 23-1A boys' basketball at Savoy. Photo by Rich Hilliard
ing a 3.0 or better grade point average while completing a course load of 12 hours or more during that semester at SOSU. Brown and Harris graduated from Leonard, respectively, in 2022 and 2023.
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Dodd City's Jaden Mahar (11) tries to drive past Savoy's Zach Clark (0) on Jan. 2 during District 23-1A boys' basketball at Savoy. Photo by Rich Hilliard
Dodd City's Layton Vaught (23) puts up a shot under the basket as Savoy's Layne Steele looks to deny him, as Cardinal Levi Bradshaw (4) and Hornet Matthew Stephens (rightmost) watch on Jan. 2 during District 23-1A boys' basketball at Savoy. Photo by Rich Hilliard
and Hendrix College (Ark.). Hemby's Roos will play host to Vaught's Warriors on Saturday, Feb. 10, for a nonconference doubleheader -- noon and 2 p.m. -- at Sherman's Old Settlers Park. Hemby, a second baseman, returns for her junior season, while Vaught, a catcher and infielder, will be beginning her sophomore campaign. In 2023, Hemby had a team-best .376 batting average, 22 runs batted in, 17 runs scored and 13 doubles -- the two-base hits being Chyrsi Hemby (3) watches after good for third in SCAC soft- making a throw on Feb. 18, 2023, ball. She also posted a .436 while playing for Austin College on-base percentage and .565 softball. Photo by Rich Hilliard slugging percentage, swiped eight bases and homered and 16 runs scored to go with once. a .587 slugging percentage and Vaught in 2023 posted a .434 on-base percentage. team-best .385 batting averHemby and Vaught each age, as she started 25 of 28 earned an honorable mention, games in which she played. respectively, from the SouthShe had 30 hits, including ern Collegiate Athletic Coneight for extra bases: six dou- ference and Southern Athletic bles, a triple and a home run. Association. Vaught also totaled 16 RBI
Dodd City's Ethan Barnard (3) focuses on the basket as Savoy's Layne Steele (23) keeps a hand in his face and Cardinal Levi Bradshaw (4) watches on Jan. 2 during District 23-1A boys' basketball at Savoy. Photo by Rich Hilliard
Dodd City head boys' basketball coach Mike Scarbrough speaks to the Hornets on Jan. 2 during District 23-1A boys' basketball at Savoy. Photo by Rich Hilliard By Rich Hilliard
Dodd City's Matthew Stephens (4) rises to take a shot as Savoy's Layne Steele (23) tries to deny him, as Cardinals Mason Staley (wearing mask) and Levi Bradshaw and Dodd City's Nate Van Huss (2) watch on Jan. 2 during District 23-1A boys' basketball at Savoy. Photo by Rich Hilliard
Class 1A Dodd City has become a Region III-1A Boys' Basketball Tournament regular during head coach Mike Scarbrough's brief tenure. The Hornets this season vie for a third-straight trip there via as many consecutive District 23-1A titles -- and, maybe, an even deeper postseason run -- with him again at the helm. Dodd City (17-7, 4-0), which has made seven-straight trips to the playoffs, were ranked No. 10 on Jan. 8 in the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches boys’ 1A poll.
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IS THE MASTER GARDENER PROGRAM FOR ME? To help you decide if you should apply to be a Master Gardener, ask yourself these questions: ● Do I want to learn more about the culture and maintenance of many types of plants? ● Am I eager to participate in a practical and intense training program? ● Do I look forward to sharing my knowledge with people in my community? ● Do I have enough time to attend training and to complete the volunteer service? If you are a Fannin County resident and answered yes to these questions, this program could be for you. TRAINING If accepted into the Master Gardener program, you will attend an 8-week Master Gardener training course. Classes are taught by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service specialists, staff, and local experts. These classes begin on February 28, 2024, and go through April 17. They are held at the Grayson County Courthouse in Sherman and surrounding locations. There is a fee of $225 to cover the cost of the handbook and classes. The Fannin County program offers a minimum of 50 hours of instruction following the Texas A&M AgriLife EarthKind practices of landscape management covering soil and plant nutrition, insect, disease, and weed management; trees; vegetable and herb gardening, lawn care, plant selection,
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VOLUNTEER COMMITMENT In exchange for training, Fannin County participants are asked to volunteer time to their Extension program. Fifty hours of volunteer service, within one year following the training, is required to become a Texas Master Gardener. The type of service done by Master Gardeners varies according to community needs and the abilities and interests of the Master Gardeners. Our current volunteer projects include our annual Garden, Lawn and Home Expo that is held the second weekend in April, hosting half-day programs on various topics for the community several times during the year. We have installed a rainwater harvesting system to use for educational programs. The system will also be used to help irrigate a proposed demonstration garden in the area behind the Extension office. We are in the process of preparing the site for the various educational areas that will be added which will include a small orchard and vineyard, greenhouses, walking path, classroom space, and nature areas to name a few. Master Gardeners are working in conjunction with Extension Health and Wellness, 4H and Master Naturalists to provide this valuable educational facility for the use of Fannin County residents.
Texas Master Gardeners one year after they have completed the training course. During that year they must fulfill their volunteer commitment. In order to retain the certification, master gardeners must volunteer at least 12 hours and attend 6 hours of recertification education. A background check is required as part of the training and recertification process. You may pick up an application for Fannin County Master Gardeners training at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office at 2505 N Center St., Bonham, or visit our website at txmg.org/ fannin. For more information, call 903-583-7453 or email f a n n i n m a s t e rg a r d e n e r s @ gmail.com.
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Hawkes: Bonham’s Police Chief Andrew Hawkes spoke to publicly recognize Bonham Police Officers receiving promotions beginning with new Patrol Officer Armor who recently graduated from the Texoma Regional Police Academy where he was the Valedictorian of his graduating class. Second was Patrol Officer Morales who has been with the BPD for two years after previously serving with the Fannin County Sheriff’s Office and Paris PD. Officer Morales was promoted to Sergeant and is the department’s newest Canine Officer. Next was Patrol Officer Garcia who is a graduate of Texas A&M and received a promotion to the rank of Corporal. Standing next to Corporal Garcia was Detective Sergeant Edington, who held the rank of Captain in the Army where he served for 17 years prior to working for Bonham Police for 15 years; who received a promotion to Administrative Captain. Also recognized for promotion to Captain was Detective Elliott who is currently attending Leadership School. Officer Wilson, who was not present for this event, received a promotion to Corporal. 6. Presentation of life sav-
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Cooper GOOD. Water lightly stained; 60 degrees: 1.00 feet below pool. Few anglers on the lake in, but those out there are catching blue catfish with cut bait. Fork GOOD. Water Stained; 49-52 degrees; 1.67 feet below pool. The bass bite continues to be slow due to the cold fronts rolling through. The shallow bite is the best bite using chatterbaits and square bill crankbaits in 2-4 feet of water. The bite just off shore is fair with Carolina rigs with smaller baits in 5-7 feet of water near depth changes. The crappie fishing on Lake Fork continues to be really good and in the full winter pattern. The shad are beginning to stack up more out in deep timber. Look for timber along creek channels in 48-58 feet right now. Seems like the majority of the fish are between the 515 West Bridge and the 154 Bridge. We have been seeing some single white crappie on pole timber and down in deeper Bois D’Arc trees. We are also seeing big groups of black crappie on taller trees that may be only 1530 feet below the surface. Lavon GOOD. Water lightly stained; 50 degrees; 1.74 feet below pool. Fishing patterns are holding steady. Crappie are 20-30 feet deep on brush and condos biting minnows and 1/16-⅛ ounce jigs. Suspended crappie are hunting threadfin shad, they will have little arches on your 2D, under the clouds of shad. Fish at the depths you see them at. Otherwise look for them in and around submerged structures. The color of the jigs does not matter. White bass are in 25-35 feet of water on main lake points, underwater, humps, or sometimes just out in the middle. Fish can be caught with minnows, live, minnows, live threadfin if you can keep them alive, or dead sticking jigs or white or chartreuse slabs. Ray Roberts GOOD. Water slightly stained; 48 degrees; 0.83 feet below pool. Brutal cold front in the forecast so remember the colder the water the slower presentation needs to be. Expect the bite to slow as well. White bass can be caught off the bottom using slabs in 48 feet of water. Crappie are in 20-25 feet of water in the creeks using minnows or small jigs. Bass are slow but slowly working an Alabama rig or jerkbait can land catches. Tawakoni EXCELLENT. Water lightly stained; 52 degrees; 0.03 feet below pool. Just after the new year we are seeing lots of hybrid and stripers active on the main lake. Best baits are soft plastics including flukes and swimbaits. The trophy catfish bite is in full swing. Fish up to 60 pounds are being caught in a wide depth range including 10 feet all the way to 50 feet of water. Fresh cut gizzard shad, bluegill and drum are the best bait right now. Texoma GOOD. Water normal stained; 55 degrees; 1.30 feet below pool. Striped bass fishing is great drifting flukes along the river channels in 60-80 feet of water. Glow and smoked shad colors working the best on a 2 ounce jig head. Fish will move towards the mouths of the rivers with the inflow of rain water. Crappie fishing is slow fishing jigs on brush piles in the little mineral arm of the lake 15-18 feet of water. Largemouth and smallmouth bass will be off the banks in 8-15 feet of water feeding on shad when the sun heats up the rocks midday. Catfishing is slow drifting cut shad in 15-20 feet of water. Fish the inflow of creeks and the rivers where fresh water is pushing in.
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three additional bucks during the last week in the same area. After further investigation, it was revealed that the father had a previous charge for poaching a 12-and-a-halffoot alligator from a nearby county park. When searching the individual’s home, the wardens later recovered the heads of two bucks. Charges for hunting without landowner consent, hunting without a license, and possession of drug paraphernalia are pending.
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Texas Lake Levels +/as of 1/12/24 1/12/24 Arlington -0.32 Benbrook -1.91 Bonham -0.60 Bois d’Arc Lake -7.46 Bridgeport -15.48 Cedar Creek -0.67 Eagle Mountain -5.63 Fork -1.58 Granbury -0.33 Grapevine 0.81 Joe Pool 0.48 Lavon -1.61 Lewisville -1.52 Palestine -1.70 Pat Mayse -1.93 Possum Kingdom -2.00 Ray Hubbard -0.50 Ray Roberts -0.85 Tawakoni 0.16 Texoma -0.91 Toledo Bend -3.64 Weatherford -7.25 Whitney 0.88 Worth -3.12
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Are you in the Buffer Zone or a Floodplain?
Fannin CAD has a wonderful interactive Map on their web site; https://www.fannincad.org/ Use the “Map Contents Box” to show overlays of: FEMA flood zones. Bois d’Arc Lake. Bois d’Arc lake 5,000ft Buffer & the Zoning Parcels for Bois d’Arc Lake. If you have any questions please call us, we are here to help. Development Services Di Hopkins 903-449-4220 (Culverts, Lake Zoning, Subdivisions & Rental Communities)
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Fannin County Commissioners Court – Persevering for the County By Rose Schwartz Tuesday, January 9, 2024, Fannin County Judge Newt Cunningham called to order at 9:00 a.m., the Regular Meeting of the Fannin County Commissioners Court. Quorum was established with all County Commissioners present. The Invocation was led by Judge Cunningham and Pledges were led by Major James Manis, Retired. There were no Introductions. 5. Public Forum: Major Manis spoke to inform the court of the passing away December 31st of a former Fannin County District Attorney’s Office employee, John Hunt Sr. He noted that Mr. Hunt’s funeral service would be held at the Luella First Baptist Church with services beginning at 9:30 a.m. Saturday 1/13/2024. Last to speak was a resident of CR 2610 who spoke to encourage attendance at an open candidate’s forum that is being held Saturday the 13th at the Armory (Roy Floyd Center) from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. ROUTINE ITEMS: 6. Approve payment of bills – County Auditor: Fannin County Auditor Alicia Whipple noted the amount for bills was $232,397.63 with the last payroll being $371,569.68. A motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve payment with Commissioner Self seconding the motion which passed. 7. Approve minutes from 09/26/2023 (R), 12/19/2023 (R), 12/26/2023 (R) and 01/02/2024 (R) – County Clerk: A motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed. 8. Report of monies collected by the Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 office for December 2023; $13,717.50 – County Judge (for JP 1): Informational only. 9. Report of monies collected by the Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 office for December 2023; $3,565.70 – County Judge (for JP 3): Informational only. 10. Report of monies received by the District Clerk’s office for December 2023; $19,471.35 – District Clerk: Informational only. 11. Report of scanning hours logged by Fran Matchett at the District Clerk’s office per agreement made on 09/12/2023 for 5% part-time pay increase – District Clerk: Fannin County District Clerk April Gibbs explained how this was records management documentation that was for report only. 12. Report and update of Indigent Healthcare Activity for 2024, Quarter 1 - Indigent Healthcare Director: Fannin County Director of Indigent Healthcare Mark DeMay, began his report by noting there currently are more patients coming off the program than coming on. He credited that to the fact that the program is successfully helping patients get the treatment they need to get well and back to work. He noted his department is below budget by approximately $10,000 and called attention to how he is below budget in every category (there are six) except two, “hospital-outpatient” and “prescription drugs.” He expressed frustration with the lack of more being done by the Federal Government to lower drug costs. He concluded his report on a high note regarding obtaining transportation for the indigent to their medical appointments through federal grants. He expounded on how
he finally obtained success (after three years of failed applications) with the help of Stephanie Chandler at United Way Texoma. Last week, the pilot program she agreed for United Way to fund with TAPS, was completed which resulted in Mr. DeMay receiving cash vouchers that can be handed out this month to the indigent needing to get to their medical appointments. He noted how this is a big win for those who, unlike many, have no way to get to their medical appointments. The court commended Mr. DeMay for his good work noting his “excellent job of taking care of our indigent population while also controlling the cost of the program.” DISCUSSION ONLY ITEMS: 13. Discuss proposed AT&T 149-foot monopole telecommunications tower on FM 273 in Telephone – County Judge: Judge Cunningham discussed communications received on this and how this could result in better service for Northeast Fannin County. 14. Discuss retirement of Tax Assessor-Collector and Chief Deputy on March 31, 2024 – Tax Assessor Collector: Fannin County Tax Assessor Gail Young along with Amber Southerland who is a Deputy in the Tax Assessor’s Office as well as being the uncontested candidate on this year’s ballot for Fannin County Tax Assessor, addressed the court to expound on the upcoming retirement of Ms. Young as well as the retirement of her Chief Deputy Tina McKenzie. Ms. Young explained how she needed the court to appoint Ms. Southerland April 1, 2024 (since she is running unopposed for tax-assessor collector in November) as Ms. Young’s resignation is effective March 31, 2024, and Ms. McKenzie’s resignation will also be effective as of March 31, 2024. She further explained the hiring process that needed to take place in relation to the transition that the office would be experiencing and how it would not affect the year’s budget. After Ms. Young’s explanation a discussion followed that confirmed the needed action from the court. A motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve the hiring of positions mentioned in agenda 15 and 16. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Self and the motion passed. DISCUSSION, CONSIDERATION AND ACTION ITEMS: 15. Approve hiring fulltime Deputy Clerk for the Tax-Assessor-Collector office effective February 1, 2024 – Tax Assessor-Collector: See item 14. 16. Approve hiring full-time Deputy Clerk for the TaxAssessor-Collector office effective March 1, 2024 – Tax Assessor-Collector: See item 14. 17. Approve ratification of surety bond for Robert Williams, Constable Precinct 1; beginning date of 01/02/2024 – County Judge: A motion was made by Commissioner McQueen to approve with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed. 18. Approve permanent move of polling location in Ector from the Church of Christ, 101 Cedar St., to the Ector United Methodist Church, 100 Church Street, Ector, TX in accordance with Texas Election Code 43.002 and authorize County Judge to sign notice for publishing – County Clerk: Fannin
County Clerk Tammy Biggar explained why this action was needed and how the county election board approves it. She further noted it is currently required for the polling location to be open the 2nd week of early voting during the primary, 12 hours a day that will include Saturday. A motion was made by Commissioner Self to approve the move with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed. 19. Approve allowing Sheriff Department Deputies to accrue more than the maximum 120 hours of vacation pay due to staff shortages and the inability to use time accrued – County Judge: Ms. Whipple explained why this is needed. After a discussion ensued regarding alternative solutions to the problem, a motion was made by Commissioner Magness to pass on this and item 20 until the next session. Commissioner McQueen seconded the motion which passed. 20. Consider allowing Sheriff Department Deputies more than three months to use any excess vacation pay accrued – County Auditor: See item #19. 21. Accept or reject bids for Precinct 3 Chevy Silverado truck – Purchasing Agent: Fannin County Purchasing Agent Edwina Lane explained how 3 bids were received with 2 being unusable due to required documents not being submitted with the bids. She noted the bid Glenn Polk Autoplex submitted of $40,700 for a 2020 2500 Chevy Silverado was the bid Commissioner Magness asked to be voted on. Commissioner Magness made the motion to approve with Commissioner Self seconding the motion which passed. 22. Renew lease with Brazos Truck Leasing for a belly dump trailer at $500.00/ month for 6 months for Precinct 1 – Purchasing Agent: A motion was made by Commissioner McQueen to approve with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed. 23. Renew lease with Brazos Truck Leasing for a belly dump trailer at $500.00/ month for 6 months for Precinct 2 – Purchasing Agent: A motion was made by Commissioner Self to approve with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed. 24. Renew lease with Brazos Truck Leasing for 3 belly dump trailers at $500/month for 6 months for Precinct 3 – Purchasing Agent: A motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve with Commissioner Self seconding the motion which passed. 25. Renew lease with Brazos Truck Leasing for 3 belly dump trailers at $500/month for 6 months for Precinct 4 – Purchasing Agent: Ms. Lane explained a discrepancy involved with this request but after some discussion a motion was made by Commissioner Kopf to approve with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed 26. Approval of Interlocal Agreement between Fannin County and the City of Bonham related to development and implementation of regulations in Extraterritorial Jurisdictions (ETJ) – County Judge: Judge Cunningham noted this is nearing completion but asked this item and item 27 be passed on for now. 27. Approval of Interlocal Agreement between Fannin County and the City of Leonard related to development and implementation of regu-
lations in Extraterritorial Jurisdictions (ETJ) – County Judge: See item 26. OPEN DISCUSSION ITEMS: Open discussion items will be passed on unless discussion requested by a member of the Court or a Citizen. 28. Subdivision Committee and Subdivision Policy – County Judge: Judge Cunningham commented on how issues are being addressed by Freese and Nichols in the ongoing work on this. 29. Courthouse repairs County Judge: Judge Cunningham noted how some millwork is still needed as well as work in the basement, and the efforts to resolve the issues without cost to the county. 30. Justice Center - County Judge: Judge Cunningham noted how Channel 12 covered the commencement of the demolition work. 31. County budget and revenue sources – County Judge: Judge Cunningham briefly touched on “hot tax” and real estate movement while noting the county is open to revenue ideas. 32. Water issues affecting
Fannin County – County Judge: Judge Cunningham noted how he wants to see something done before the Summer. He also noted that Bois d’Arc Lake will not be opening in February as there has not been enough rain to allow that to happen. 33. Fannin County road issues - County Judge: No significant updates. EXECUTIVE SESSION(S) IF NEEDED: 34. Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.071, Commissioners Court reserves the right to meet in Executive Session to consult with their attorney – County Judge: Executive Session was entered into at 10:04 a.m. After some time, Regular Session resumed at 10:50 a.m. 35. Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.074, Commissioners Court reserves the right to meet in Executive Session to discuss personnel issues – County Judge: See item 34. 36. Consider and take action regarding matters discussed in Executive Session(s) County Judge: This item was passed on.
COMMENTS AND ADJOURN: 37. Comments by County Commissioners and County Judge: Commissioner McQueen thanked everyone for their attendance and reminded everyone to prepare for next week’s frigid weather. Commissioner Self also thanked everyone for coming and wished all a good week. Commissioner Magness wished everyone a good week ahead, advising everyone to stock up on wood or gas. Commissioner Kopf noted he would be receiving road equipment this week that should help speed up road maintenance and thanked everyone for their attendance. Judge Cunningham also thanked the citizenry for their attendance and noted that winter weather is upon us before wishing God’s blessings on all. 38. Adjourn: The meeting adjourned at 10:53 a.m.
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OBITUARIES
We think of you in silence, We often speak your name, But all we have are memories, And your picture in a frame.
CHARLES HARRIS KEENE SR. Charles Harris Keene Sr. passed away peacefully on January 5, 2024 in Durant, OK. Arrangements are under the direction of Wise Funeral Home, Bonham, TX. Charles was born on May 5, 1928 in Canyon, TX to parents Harris and Evelyn Keene. Charles grew up in Ivanhoe, TX where at the tender age of 16 he gave his life to Christ and was baptized at the First Baptist Church in Ivanhoe. He graduated from Bonham High School in 1947 and went on to attend Paris Junior College. Charles had a deep love for his country and enlisted in the United States Airforce from 1950 to 1952. While serving he traveled to St. Thomas in the Virgin Islands and Fairbanks, Alaska as a staff sergeant and flight engineer. He married Paula “Joyce” Sangster on May 25, 1956 and they had 3 children, Paula Kay, Charles Harris Jr., and Kardina Renee. After his time in the military he worked as a jet engine mechanic at Perrin Air Force Base in Sherman, TX until it closed. He then transferred to Tinker Air Force base in Midwest City, OK in 1970 and retired in 1985. Charles enjoyed working on his farm, raising cows, and watching the stock market. He enjoyed westerns and Sci Fi movies and watching the Texas Rangers baseball games. Charles is preceded in death by his parents, Harris and Evelyn Owens, daughter, Kardina Eaton, and brother Jack Keene. He leaves behind many that will carry on his legacy, wife, Joyce Keene; daughter, Paula Keene and husband John; son, Charles Keene Jr. and wife Brenda; grandchildren, Katie Clark and husband Nathan, Ethan Keene, Lauren Keene, Trey Keene and wife Kayla, Bobby Pierce, great grandchildren, Barrett Lee, Ryan Cole, Breelyn Nicole, Arlene Jane “AJ”, and Orlena Rue. The funeral service was held on Tuesday, January 9, 2023 at 1:00pm at Wise Funeral Home Chapel, burial followed at New Hope Cemetery, Ivanhoe, TX.
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Honey Grove ISD Board of Trustees Election An election for the Board of Trustees of the Honey Grove ISD will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024 for the purpose of electing two trustees for a full 3-year term and one trustee for a 1-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 17th. The last day to file for a place on the ballot will be Friday, February 16th. Applications may be picked up and returned to the Honey Grove ISD Administration Building, 1206 N 17th Street, Honey Grove, Texas.
Red River Hoops 5th Annual Heroes Classic By Board Member Jonathan Wilder Windom, Texas is gearing up for an action-packed day as the Red River Hoops 5th Annual Heroes Classic basketball tournament takes center stage on Saturday, January 20th. With a lineup of teams from various first responder agen-
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cies, the event promises not only intense on-court competition but also a celebration of community and gratitude. The tournament serves as a platform for first responders to come together beyond their professional duties, strengthening the sense of community and shared purpose. Red River Hoops, the driving force
behind this annual event, has consistently demonstrated a commitment to community service. By organizing the Heroes Classic, they aim to express gratitude to the first responders who tirelessly serve and protect Windom and its neighboring areas. The Red River Hoops 5th Annual Heroes Classic stands
not only as a sporting event but as a symbol of unity, gratitude, and community strength. Call (903)227-1223 for more info.
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First day to vote early will begin on Monday, April 22, 2024 and will end on Tuesday, May 1, 2024. Early voting will be held at City Hall. If you have any questions you may call the office at 903378-2264.
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Section 42.09 “Cruelty to Livestock Animals” and 42.092 “Cruelty of Non-Livestock Animals” of the Texas Penal Code prohibits a person from intentionally, knowingly or recklessly cruelly treating an animal. Torturing an animal Failing to provide food, care or shelter Abandoning an animal Businesses or Individuals interested in sponsoring this Public Service Announcement please call 903-583-3280 and ask for TIm Meek
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Free Civil Legal Clinic
When: 4th Thursday of January, April, July, October Where: Texoma Housing Partners 810 W 16th St., Bonham, TX 75418 Time: 6pm to 8pm No appointment needed. Early arrival is encouraged. Attorneys provide free legal advice in civil matters including: Landlord/Tenant issues, Foreclosure prevention, Medicare/Medicaid Benefits, Bankruptcy, Wills/Probate/Guardianships, Public Benefits Denials, Expunctions/Nondisclosures, Family Law Matters. Applicants must be Fannin County residents and meet financial guidelines to obtain help. We cannot assist with criminal cases or traffic tickets. Clinic Sponsors: Fannin County Bar Association and Texoma Housing Partners.
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Home Country: Slim Randles
Down at the sale barn Saturday, the think tank had coagulated there with coffees to go. Doc and Dud had their dogs with them, while Bert and Dewey and Steve went stag. Dud tried to start a conversation, but the loudspeaker soon drove them outside, where they arrayed themselves on dropped tailgates and waited to hear what Dud had in mind. RK, COURTROOM “I thought about it a lot,” Dud KS OFFICE said, “and I wondered what the favorite part of my job 418 was, and wondered if you fellas ever gave that any thought, too.” They nodded. Yes, by mutual G HEALTH INSURANCE, consent a worthy subject. “With me,” Dud continued, “it wasn’t so much my job as it was my hobby. You know, writing that book. I’m claiming it as the best part of my job, anyway.” The assembled were still waiting to read “Murder in the Soggy Bottoms,” as it had yet NG BACK AND TOwas really a to seeFORTH print, and work in progress. Then Bert picked up the conversation thread. “Of course
I’m retired now,” he said, “but when I was running the pawn shop, my favorite part of the job happened when a customer found something in there he really needed and ended up paying much less for it than he thought he’d have to.” Doc laughed “And you made more on it than you thought you would, too,” Bert grinned and nodded. “Yep. That was good too. And
you, Dewey?” Our accident-prone pharaoh of fertilizer got a serious look on his face. He finally said, “The best part of the fertilizer business is seeing the difference it makes in the flower gardens around town. Now maybe it’s just my imagination, but I kinda like to take a little credit for a prettier town.” “You deserve it, Dewey,” Doc said kindly. “Well now
EMPLOYMENT
Fannin County Tax Assessor-Collector Car Division Office has 2 openings for permanent full-time clerks. One position will be available February 1, 2024 and the other position will be available March 1, 2024. These positions will pay $28,392 per year with paid vacation, sick leave, holidays and retirement. Candidates for the positions must be computer and 10-key proficient, possess excellent customer service and communications skills and can multi-task. Vehicle titling experience a plus. Applications are available online at www.co.fannin.tx.us or can be picked up and returned to the Tag Office, 210 S. Main, Bonham. Positions are open until filled. Billing Address: Fannin County Auditor Bonham, TX 75418
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YS, COUNTY AND STATE THER CLERICAL DUTIES OFFICE.
… with me it’s a little different. I have doctoring skills, of course, and it’s good when I can help someone, but these days the most satisfying part of my job is to check someone out thoroughly and find there’s absolutely nothing wrong with them. Now that’s special.” They all looked over at the tall cowboy, Steve. “Digging postholes,” he said. “What?” they said. “You know,” he said, “the favorite part of my job.” “Digging postholes?”
“Sure,” he said, grinning. “That’s the only job a cowboy
has where he can start at the top and work down.”
LEGAL NOTICE
Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Wine and Malt Beverage Retail Dealer’s Off-Premise Permit by 864 Beverage, Inc. dba Murphy USA #7917, 2101 N Hwy 121, Bonham, Fannin County, Texas. Robert Clyde, President/CEO; John Moore, Sr. VP/GC/Secretary; Malynda West, Exec VP/Treasurer; Joseph Gruninger, VP.
JOB OPENING: DEPUTY DISTRICT CLERK, COURTROOM 1/16/24 FANNIN COUNTY DISTRICT CLERKS OFFICE 200 E 1ST BONHAM TX 75418 POSITION: DEPUTY DISTRICT CLERK, COURTROOM STARTING SALARY: $31,089.63 40+ HOURS A WEEK WITH BENEFITS, INCLUDING HEALTH INSURANCE, RETIREMENT AND HOLIDAYS. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO: REPORTING CASE DISPOSITIONS PREPARING AND SENDING PEN PACKS PROCESSING INDICTMENTS REPORTING TO NICS PREPARING DOCKETS JUVENILE FILINGS AND COURT PROCEEDINGS 336TH DISTRICT COURT ROTATION-INCLUDING DRIVING BACK AND FORTH TO COURTS PROCESS WARRANTS SET COURT DATES AND SEND NOTICES ACCEPT FILINGS MONITOR REPORTS FEE VOUCHERS ARCHIVING OLD FILES ANSWER PHONES AND ASSIST IN-PERSON CUSTOMERS AS NEEDED
AGER TO WORK, GOALREADY TO TACKLE ANY
WORKING CLOSELY WITH COURT STAFF, ATTORNEYS, COUNTY AND STATE OFFICES, AND CUSTOMERS. PERFORMING ANY OTHER CLERICAL DUTIES NECESSARY FOR THE EFFICIENT OPERATION OF THE OFFICE.
nin County District Clerk’s ed.
APPLICANTS MUST BE COMPUTER PROFICIENT, EAGER TO WORK, GOALORIENTED, MUST PAY ATTENTION TO DETAIL, AND READY TO TACKLE ANY PROJECT NEEDING TO BE FULFILLED. Applications with Resumes must be turned in to the Fannin County District Clerk’s Office, 200 E. 1st, Bonham, TX, position is open until filled.
EMPLOYMENT NOTICE Fannin County Clerk’s Office
ITLE: Election Assistant – Trainee
1/16/23
EMPLOYMEN Fannin County C
OF EMPLOYMENT: 4 years; at end of term may apply for position of Election strator. Employment as Election Administrator not guaranteed.
JOB TITLE: Election Assistant – Trainee
RVISOR: County Clerk
TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 4 years; at end of Administrator. Employment as Election Administ
RY: $17.31 per hour
SUPERVISOR: County Clerk
City of Trenton S: 8am – 5pm / 5:30am-10pm or later on Election Days and extended hours early voting, 1st Saturday in May required; 1 hourCounty, for lunch dependent Fannin Texas upon the
SALARY: $17.31 per hour
t election.
CONSTRUCTION OF A 200,000 Gallon Ground Storage Project EQUIREMENTS: Election experience required.Tank Must Rehab have a minimum of a High
HOURS: 8am – 5pm / 5:30am-10pm or later during early voting, 1st Saturday in May require current election.
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDSexcellent diploma; be able to type 45 wpm, computer proficiency, detail oriented, mer service skills; have own transportation and current Texas driver’s license; be Sealed Bidshandle for thepressure construction of a 200,000possess Gallon aGround Storage Tank Rehab lift 45 lbs, climb stairs, and interruptions, strong work Project will be received by City of Trenton at the office of the Engineer, and be of good moral character; must be able to exercise tact and courtesy in Dunaway, 118 McKinney Farmersville, TX 75442,public until 10:00AM localthe time on Thursday, February nt contact with various St., county and state personnel, officials and general 1, 2024, at which time the Bids received will be publicly opened and read. must be able to work in a stressful environment, be available extended hours; entiality is required. Adherence to the law is to be strictly followed (resources are The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents ble) and observance of changes to the law are required.is: Dunaway, 118 McKinney St, Farmersville, TX 75442, 972-784-7777, Eddy Daniel, P.E., EDaniel@dunaway.com.
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Election experience re School diploma; be able to type 45 wpm, compu customer service skills; have own transportatio able to lift 45 lbs, climb stairs, handle pressure a ethic and be of good moral character; must b frequent contact with various county and state p public; must be able to work in a stressful env confidentiality is required. Adherence to the law available) and observance of changes to the law
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APPLICATIONS: May be found online at www.co.fannin.tx.us/Employment Bidding Documents may bemay examined at to: elections@fanninco.net tunities Applications with Resumes emailed ed in to the Fannin County Clerk’s Office, 800 E. 2nd Street, Bonham (Wire & www.civcastusa.com s Building)
JOB APPLICATIONS: May be found online Opportunities Applications with Resumes ma or turned in to the Fannin County Clerk’s Offic Plastics Building)
and typing the office thecriminal Engineer, Dunaway,check 118 McKinney ation, Resume, testofand background required St, Farmersville, TX 75442, on Mondays through Thursdays between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
tailed information: www.fanninco.net / Quicklinks / Employment / Career Bidding Documents may be obtained from the Issuing Office during the hours indicated ngs above. Bidding Documents are available on compact disc (as portable document format (PDF) files) for a non-refundable charge of $25.00, excluding overnight or express service. Alternatively, printed Bidding Documents may be obtained from the Issuing Office either via in-person pick-up or via mail, upon Issuing Office’s receipt of payment for the Bidding Documents. The non-refundable cost of printed Bidding Documents is $75.00 per set, payable to Dunaway, excluding overnight or express service. Partial sets of Bidding Documents will not be available from the Issuing Office. Neither Owner nor Engineer will be responsible for full or partial sets of Bidding Documents, including Addenda if any, obtained from sources other than the Issuing Office. A pre-bid conference will not be held.
Application, Resume, typing test and criminal ba
For detailed information: www.fanninco.net / Q Openings
Bid security shall be furnished in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders. Owner: City of Trenton Date: January 10, 2024
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excellent customer service and communications skills and can multi-task. Vehicle titling experience a plus. Applications are available online at www.co.fannin.tx.us or can be picked up and returned to the Tag Office, 210 S. Main, Bonham. Positions are open until filled.
E-EDITION ONLINE @ WWW.FANNINCOUNTYLEADER.INFO
Billing Address: Fannin County Auditor Bonham, TX 75418
PUBLIC NOTICE REQUESTS FOR PROPOSALS TDHCA HOME HRA
RSON CUSTOMERS AS NEEDED
TAFF, ATTORNEYS, COUNTY AND STATE ORMING ANY OTHER CLERICAL DUTIES ERATION OF THE OFFICE.
PROFICIENT, EAGER TO WORK, GOALO DETAIL, AND READY TO TACKLE ANY
ned in to the Fannin County District Clerk’s n is open until filled.
1/16/24 EMPLOYMENT NOTICE Fannin County Clerk’s Office JOB TITLE: Election Assistant – Trainee TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 4 years; at end of term may apply for position of Election Administrator. Employment as Election Administrator not guaranteed. SUPERVISOR: County Clerk SALARY: $17.31 per hour HOURS: 8am – 5pm / 5:30am-10pm or later on Election Days and extended hours during early voting, 1st Saturday in May required; 1 hour for lunch dependent upon the current election. JOB REQUIREMENTS: Election experience required. Must have a minimum of a High School diploma; be able to type 45 wpm, computer proficiency, detail oriented, excellent customer service skills; have own transportation and current Texas driver’s license; be able to lift 45 lbs, climb stairs, handle pressure and interruptions, possess a strong work ethic and be of good moral character; must be able to exercise tact and courtesy in frequent contact with various county and state personnel, public officials and the general public; must be able to work in a stressful environment, be available extended hours; confidentiality is required. Adherence to the law is to be strictly followed (resources are available) and observance of changes to the law are required. JOB APPLICATIONS: May be found online at www.co.fannin.tx.us/Employment Opportunities Applications with Resumes may emailed to: elections@fanninco.net or turned in to the Fannin County Clerk’s Office, 800 E. 2nd Street, Bonham (Wire & Plastics Building) Application, Resume, typing test and criminal background check required For detailed information: www.fanninco.net / Quicklinks / Employment / Career Openings
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
The CITY OF LEONARD will receive bids for a Storage Tank and Pump Station Project until 2:00 PM on January 30, 2024 at City of Leonard City Hall. The bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at 2:00 PM on January 30, 2024 at City of Leonard City Hall; 111 W. Collin St. Leonard, TX 75452. Bids are invited for several items and quantities of work as follows: • Construct (1) pump station building with (2) 500 gpm pumps, (1) 200,000-gallon ground storage tank, approximately 2,800 LF of 12” water line, yard piping, (2) chlorination buildings and connections, and all associated appurtenances. Bid/Contract documents including bid proposal form, plan sheets, and specifications for the Project may be viewed and downloaded free of charge at www.civcastusa.com. Bid/ Contract Documents, including half-size Drawings and Technical specifications are on file at the Issuing Office at 200 N. Travis St., Suite 500, Sherman, TX 75090, and may be purchased on Monday through Thursday 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM and Friday 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Please submit questions for this project at least 5 business days prior to bid opening through www.civcastusa.com in the Q&A portal or to David Perkins, P.E. at david. perkins@kimley-horn.com. All addenda issued for this project will only be posted on www. civcastusa.com. A bid bond in the amount of 5 percent of the bid issued by an acceptable surety shall be submitted with each bid. A certified check or bank draft payable to the CITY OF LEONARD or negotiable U.S. Government Bonds (as par value) may be submitted in lieu of the Bid Bond. The CITY OF LEONARD reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any informalities in the bidding. Bids may be held by the CITY OF LEONARD for a period not to exceed 60 days from the date of the bid opening for the purpose of reviewing the bids and investigating the bidder’s qualifications prior to the contract award. For all further requirements regarding bid submittal, qualifications, procedures, and contract award, refer to the Instructions to Bidders that are included in the Bidding Documents. CITY OF LEONARD
Michael Pye, Mayor
January 2024
ADVERTISEMENT AND INVITATION FOR BIDS The CITY OF LEONARD will receive bids for a sewer line replacement project until 3:00 PM on January 30, 2024 at City of Leonard City Hall. The bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at 3:00 PM on January 30, 2024 at City of Leonard City Hall 111 W. Collin St. Leonard, TX 75452. Bids are invited for several items and quantities of work as follows: • Replace approximately six hundred and fifty linear feet (660 l.f.) of twelve-inch (12 in.) sewer line, manholes, driveway repairs, and all associated appurtenances. Bid/Contract documents including bid proposal form, plan sheets, and specification for the Project may be viewed and downloaded free of charge with the option to purchase hard copies at www.civcastusa.com. Bid/Contract Documents, including Drawing and Technical specifications are on file at 200 N. Travis St., Suite 500, Sherman, TX 75909 and 111 W. Collin St. Leonard, TX 75452. Please submit questions for this project at least 5 business days prior to bid opening through www.civcastusa.com in the Q&A 1/9/24 portal or to David Perkins, P.E. at david.perkins @ kimley-horn.com. All addenda issued for this project will only be posted on www.civcastusa.com A bid bond in the amount of 5 percent of the bid issued by an acceptable surety shall be submitted with each bid. A certified check or bank draft payable to the CITY OF LEONARD or negotiable U.S. Government Bonds (as par value) may be submitted in lieu of the Bid Bond. The project to be constructed will be financed with assistance from the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) under the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program and is subject to all applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. Attention is called to the fact that not less than the federally determined prevailing (Davis-Bacon and Related Acts) wage rate, as issued by the Department of Labor and contained in the contract documents, must be paid on this project. In addition, the successful Bidder must ensure that employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Adherence to the grant recipient’s Section 3 Policy is required for all contracts and subcontracts. The CITY OF LEONARD reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any informalities in the bidding. Bids may be held by the CITY OF LEONARD for a period not to exceed 60 days from the date of the bid opening for the purpose of reviewing the bids and investigating the bidder’s qualifications prior to the contract award. All contractors/subcontractors that are debarred, suspended, or otherwise excluded from or ineligible for participation on federal assistance programs may not undertake any activity in part or in full under this project. CITY OF LEONARD
1/16/24
Michael Pye, Mayor
January 2024
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Preparing for Bitterly Cold Temperatures, Atmos Energy Offers Safety Tips
Jan. 10, 2024 – As the forecast calls for extreme winter weather to arrive in the coming days, Atmos Energy is closely monitoring the weather and staging our employees across our system. Colder weather may impact the amount of natural gas you use. Using energy wisely and making a few household changes may produce a big difference in how much you spend on natural gas and other energy bills. Here are some tips to help you stay safe and conserve energy this winter: • Never use an oven or a gas stovetop to heat your home. • Protect natural gas meters. Natural gas meters are weather-proof; however, to ensure that the meter keeps working smoothly, remove snow and ice from natural gas meters with a broom or brush. Never kick or chip snow and ice away with a hard object. Call Atmos Energy's Emergency Number,
866.322.8667, if you have concerns about your meter. • Make sure external vents for dryers and other natural gas equipment are clear. Blocked vents for dryers and other gas appliances can lead to a dangerous buildup of carbon monoxide gas. If you have questions about proper venting, contact a licensed plumber or qualified contractor. • Minimize the risk of frozen pipes. Leave faucets running at a trickle, leave cabinet doors open, and close all doors and windows to keep heat inside. • Save money and energy by setting your thermostat to 68 degrees during the day and 58 degrees when you are away from home (where safe to do so). • If you think you smell gas, act fast! Leave the area immediately and from a safe distance call 911 and the Atmos Energy emergency number,
866.322.8667. • These tips and more are available on our Storm Center page at atmosenergy.com. Although natural gas outages are infrequent, if you experi-
ence loss of natural gas service or low gas pressure, contact the Atmos Energy emergency line at 866.322.8667 – agents are ready to assist 24/7. Atmos Energy will communi-
cate regularly with customers and communities before, during, and after extreme weather events. To sign up for text alerts, adjust your notification preferences in the Account
Center. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and on our website at atmosenergy. com for continued safety and weather preparedness information.
Updated Property Tax Information Now Available for Texas Taxpayers (Bonham, Texas) — New and updated property tax information has just been compiled by Fannin Central Appraisal District and is available now to assist taxpayers. This property tax information is current and covers a wide range of topics, such as taxpayer remedies, exemptions, and appraisals, and has information for select groups, such as disabled veterans and persons age 65 or older. “Whether you are a homeowner, business owner, disabled veteran or taxpayer, it’s important you know your rights concerning the property tax laws” said Tylene Gamble, Chief Appraiser of the Fannin Central Appraisal District. “You can contact us about any property tax issues with full confidence that we will provide the most complete, accurate and up-to-date information available to assist you.” This includes information about the following programs: • Property Tax Exemptions for Disabled Veterans - The law provides partial exemptions for any property owned by disabled veterans or surviving spouses and surviving children of deceased disabled veterans. Another partial exemption is for homesteads donated to disabled veterans by charitable organizations at no cost or not more than 50 percent of the good faith estimate of the homestead’s market value to disabled veterans and their surviving spouses. The exemption amount is determined according to percentage of service-connected disability. The law also provides a 100 percent homestead exemption for 100 percent disabled veterans and their surviving spouses and surviving spouses of U.S. armed service members killed or fatally injured in the line of duty. • Property Tax Exemptions – Non-profit organizations that meet statutory requirements may seek property tax exemptions and must apply to their local appraisal district by a specific date. Businesses that receive tax abatements granted by taxing units; ship inventory out of Texas that may be eligible for the freeport exemption; store certain goods in transit in warehouses that are moved within 175 days; construct, install or acquire pollution control property; own and operate energy storage systems; convert landfill-generated gas; or store offshore drilling equipment while not in use may also be eligible for statutory exemptions. • Rendering Taxable Property - If a business owns tangible personal property that is used to produce income, the business must file a rendition with its local appraisal district by a specified date. Personal property includes inventory and equipment used by a business. Owners do not have to render exempt property such as church property or an agriculture producer’s equipment used for farming. • Appraisal Notices – Normally, taxpayers receive a notice of appraised value from the appropriate local appraisal district. The city, county, school districts and other local taxing units use the appraisal district’s value to set property taxes for the coming year. • Property Taxpayer Remedies – This Comptroller publication explains in detail how to protest a property appraisal, what issues the county appraisal review board (ARB) can consider and what to expect during a protest hearing. The publication also discusses the option to request limited binding arbitration to compel the ARB or chief appraiser to comply with a procedural requirement and the options of taking a taxpayer’s case to district court, the State Office of Administrative Hearings or binding arbitration if the taxpayer is dissatisfied with the outcome of the ARB hearing. • Homestead Exemptions – A homestead is generally defined as the home and land used as the owner’s principal residence on Jan. 1 of the tax year. A person who acquires property after Jan. 1 may receive the residence homestead exemption for the applicable portion of that tax year immediately on qualification for the exemption if the preceding owner did not receive the same exemption for that tax year. A homestead exemption reduces the home’s appraised value and, as a result, lowers property taxes. Applications are submitted to the appropriate local appraisal district.
Bonham Police Department Logs 1/3/2024– 1/9/2024
Report: January 3, 2024 – 1700 BL N. Center St., Arresting Officer = Ptl. Corey Verner. A 53-year-old female was arrested for DWI. Report: January 5, 2024 – 300 BL N. Main St., Reporting Officer – Cpl. Frank Wilson. A call for service was received in reference to Forgery. Report: January 5, 2024 – 500 BL N. Main St., Arresting Officer – Sgt. Mathew Morales. A 48-year-old male was arrested for BPD Warrants. Report: January 6, 2024 – 900 BL N. Center St., Arresting Officer – Cpl. Frank Wilson. A 48-year-old male was arrested for Obstructing Highway and Resist Arrest. Report: January 6, 2024 – 1400 BL Silo Rd., Arresting Officer – Sgt. Mathew Morales. A 33-year-old male was arrested for Public Intoxication. Report: January 6, 2024 – 1400 BL Silo Rd., Reporting Officer – Ptl. Audrey Sanchez. A call for service was received in reference to Agg Assault w/ deadly weapon.
Report: January 7, 2024 – 2200 BL N. Center St., Reporting Officer – Ptl. Corey Verner. A call for service was received in reference to Theft. Report: January 7, 2024 – 200 BL E. Sam Rayburn Dr., Reporting Officer – Ptl. Audrey Sanchez. A call for service was received in reference to a Fire Incident. Report: January 7, 2024 – 1900 BL SH 121 N., Reporting Officer – Ptl. Audrey Sanchez. A call for service was received in reference to Theft. Report: January 8, 2024 – 200 BL US 82 W., Arresting Officer – Ptl. Tyler Armstrong. A 44-year-old male was arrested for Poss Dangerous Drug. Report: January 8, 2024 – 2100 BL SH 121 N., Reporting Officer – ACO Chris McFarland. A call for service was received in reference to an Animal Bite. Report: January 8, 2024 – 1300 BL Chinner St., Arresting Officer – Cpl. Blake Garcia. A 55-year-old male was arrested for Parole Violation Warrant.
• Productivity Appraisal – Property owners who use land for timberland production, agricultural purposes or wildlife management can be granted property tax relief on their land. They may apply to their local appraisal district for an agricultural special appraisal which may result in a lower appraisal of the land based on production, versus market value. • Residence Homestead Tax Deferral - Texas homeowners may postpone paying the currently delinquent property taxes due on the appreciating value of their homes by filing a tax deferral affidavit at their local appraisal district. This tax relief allows homeowners to pay the property taxes on 105 percent of the preceding year’s appraised value of their homestead, plus the taxes on any new improvements to the homestead. The deferral postpones the remaining taxes, with interest accruing at 8 percent per year but does not cancel them. • Property Tax Deferral for Persons Age 65 or Older or Disabled or Disabled Veteran Homeowners – Texans who are age 65 or older or disabled, as defined by law, or who qualify for a disabled veteran exemption may postpone paying current and delinquent property taxes on their homes by signing a tax deferral affidavit. Once the affidavit is on file, taxes are deferred, but not cancelled, as long as the owner continues to own and live in the home. Interest continues to accrue at 5 percent per year on the unpaid taxes. You may obtain a deferral affidavit at the appraisal district. • Notice of Availability of Electronic Communication –Chief appraisers and ARBs may communicate electronically through email or other media with property owners or their designated representatives. Written agreements are required for notices and other documents to be delivered electronically instead of mailing. • Protesting Property Appraisal Values – Property owners who disagree with the appraisal district’s appraisal of their property for local taxes or for any other action that adversely affects them may protest their property value to the appraisal district’s ARB. • Informal Meetings – Property owners can request an informal meeting with appraisal district staff to try and resolve their disputes prior to attending ARB hearings. For more information about these programs, contact Fannin Central Appraisal District at 903-583-8701, helpdesk@fannincad.org or 831 W. State Hwy 56, Bonham, TX. Information is also available on the Comptroller’s Property Tax Assistance Division’s website at comptroller.texas.gov/taxes/property-tax/.
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