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Dam is Complete, Pump Station Startup Underway

reservoir at the Leonard Water Treatment Plant. The goal is to complete that process yet this fall.

The Dam and RWPS

Include:

• 17+ miles of electrical ca bles (some 2-3 inches thick).

• More than 3.5 miles of con duit — the pipe that holds and supports electrical wire.

• Currently three (and even tually nine) 11-by-8-foot-tall pumps. Each will be able to transmit around 35,000 gallons of water per minute.

Once the RWPS is energized, crews will pump some water to the Leonard Water Treatment Plant, where it will be used to test various components of the water treatment process.

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Lake dam was deemed substantially complete on Au gust 26. Construction crews connected power to the sys tem that operates the gates to release water back to Bois d’Arc Creek. This was the last of many electrical elements

finished at the dam, including power for the intake tower’s gates and bridge crane.

North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) operators have been trained to operate the gates; much of that work will be handled remotely from the Leonard Water Treatment

Plant. Freese and Nichols worked closely with NTMWD to ensure a smooth startup and meet all contractual require ments.

Now that local transformers have been powered up, various electrical components of the

Raw Water Pump Station (RWPS) are being energized and individually tested. Once all the smaller, individual piec es are tested and adjusted, the team will energize the entire station and be ready to pump water to the terminal storage

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It’s Pumpkin Patch time again!

Bonham Public Library Press Release - The Bonham Public Library Board is bus ily getting ready to showcase their considerable talents with decorated pumpkins, fall crafts, a white elephant sale, and baked goods. New this year will be a se lection of mums to brighten your home. Familiar items are the ever-popular, State Fair winning Red Pepper Rel ish (100 pint jars!) and home canned goodies just in time for fall entertaining. Also re turning is the used book sale and a selection of older, more valuable books termed Rare. Pumpkin Patch will be held on Saturday, October 8, 2022, from 9 AM to 1 PM at the Bonham Public Library, 305 E. 5th Street. For more infor mation, please call the Library at 903-583-3128, or check out the Facebook page or website, bonhamlibrary.net.

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You’ll Either be a Leader or a Follower

By Gregg Flowers

Dogs are pack animals, be ing the direct descendants of the Gray Wolf. In other words, Max is just a few chro mosomes away from being a wolf, and the way he sees his situation in your home, is “this is my pack”. In this situation, you will either be a leader or a follower. Obviously, the hu mans have to be the leaders.

let him near his food while he was eating. We can’t allow these things either. Max also understands whoever goes through the door first is the leader, and probably the most profound “message” about who’s who in your pack, is the leash...because dogs inherent ly understand whoever leads on the leash, is the leader.

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There are a number of ways we project our leadership to our dog, as dogs don’t have a conversation about this sort of thing. We constantly give our dog (begin ital>messages<end ital) that either reinforce our leadership, or not so much. It’s all about the messages. No higher ranking dog would allow a subordinate to jump on him or put his paws on him in any way. He certainly wouldn’t let a lower ranking dog put his mouth on him, or

Giving the right message about your rank by disallow ing any dominant behaviors as mentioned above, is the first step in establishing yourself as a “higher ranking dog”. And being the leader doesn’t mean “showing him who’s boss” or being mean or ugly. The pack leader is simply the one who makes the rules and bound aries. Rules and boundaries that are non-negotiable. And Max inherently understands if you’re making appropri ate rules and boundaries, you must outrank him. - Sticking to your guns on these few things in a determined fashion, is very important to creating a balanced pack in

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The first four years (19481952) of my life’s work were devoted to weekend minis tries in part-time churches. They were times of intense learning. My college and seminary studies gave me

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a formal education, but the on-the-job training of stu dent pastorates laid the foundation for the sixty years of service that lay ahead.

It was in the early summer of 1951 that my story for this week began to unfold. With my wife’s graduation from East Texas Baptist College with a degree in Elemen tary Education a place of employment and a place to live were next on our agenda. This is the time that three people of God’s choosing became valuable servants in the providing for our need. One, upon the recommendation of a school board member in our church community, my wife was employed to teach the second grade in the Pitts burg Independent School District. Two, the superin tendent of the school where

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Sadie would be to teach, recommended us to a lady who lived one block from the school, and third, this lady opened her home to us as both caregiver and land lady.

The thought remains un til this day. God has had people in place to help with our every ministry along the way. In my ministry to Bonham and Fannin Coun ty, many of you may have been made available to pro vide help to me. In turn, I have been blessed to have helped countless families in these years.

When God said “I will nev er leave you or forsake you.” He had in mind people help ing people as one way to make His presence known. May we be faithful to live in such a way that others can see Jesus in us!!

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Fannin County Commissioners Court – BURN BAN In Force

By Rose Schwartz

Tuesday, September 27, 2022, Fannin County Judge Randy Moore called to order at 8:50 a.m., a Special Meeting of the Fannin County Commissioners Court. Quorum was established as all County Commissioners and County Judge were present.

2. PUBLIC HEARING: to

hear comments regarding partial closure of CR 4975 in Blue Ridge in Precinct 2; beginning on the east end of County Road 4975 where it intersects with CR 4910 would be closed, making CR 4975 a dead-end road: After Judge Moore read the reason the hearing was called, he invited those with comments to come to the podium. The

first to speak was a landowner with property located on CR 4975 who identified himself as one who had initially signed the petition requesting the road closure but has since decided to withdraw his name as one in favor of the road closure. He cited possible future problems with emergency access (locations not being listed on google maps); mailing addresses; installation of telecom or natural gas; delivery driver access (UPS, Fed-Ex, etc.); and logistics in shipping for his plans of possible future agricultural commerce and/ or construction. After he spoke, approximately five speakers came to the podium who were in favor of the closure, to give their reasons the closure was requested with the primary concern being one of safety for the children living on 4975 as the

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cheese is melted, the bread rolls are toasty on top and sandwiches are heated through. To serve, slice into 12 individual sandwiches with a serrated knife. You can serve this with a dipping sauce like Ranch dressing and also you can use any combination of meats to your preference. I hope you will give this one a try for the next football game!

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road has become plagued with irresponsible non-residents speeding down the single lane road often while children are boarding school buses and/or walking to visit friends in their community. The explanation was given that multiple calls to law enforcement and having a reduced speed limit posted on the road, has not corrected what the residents view as a serious safety issue with one resident citing how she had been run off the road by a motorist driving a vehicle at an extreme rate of speed. The argument was made that all other efforts for a solution to the problem of speeders (judging by alcohol containers being discarded on the road, possibly impaired drivers) and trash being discarded on the road, has not been successful causing the residents to seek a solution of having the road closed to non-residential traffic. Though some residents stated they were open to another possible solution, most were steadfast in believing the closure of the road was the best viable option.

3. PUBLIC HEARING: to hear comments regarding partial closure of Dillard Street in Randolph in Precinct 2; closure to begin at Business 121 North heading north on South Dillard Street for 235 feet, making South Dillard Street a dead-end road: A resident of Randolph residing on South Dillard explained how excessive traffic with many motorists, often speeding, is only increasing and with plans for an RV Storage facility to be built nearby, he fears that

traffic will only increase as the road serves as a shortcut to Hwy 11.

4. Adjourn: A motion was made, seconded and passed to adjourn at 9:14 a.m.

Immediately following the adjournment of the Public Hearing, Judge Moore first shared the scripture verse Matthew 11:28 before calling into order at 9:14 a.m., the Regular Meeting of the Fannin County Commissioners Court. Noting that Quorum was established, Judge Moore introduced Director of Missions, Darrell Hathcock, with the Fannin Baptist Association to lead the Invocation. Judge Moore then led the Pledges to America and Texas. There were no Introductions nor were there any speakers for Public Forum.

6. Discussion, consideration and action regarding implementing a burn ban for Fannin County –County Judge: Judge Moore noted he had spoken with Fannin County’s Emergency Management Coordinator Troy Hudson, who advised that pretty much all of the Fire Chiefs in Fannin County were in agreement that the current dry conditions warrants a burn ban to be once again implemented for Fannin County. After a brief discussion, Commissioner Magness made the motion to have a burn ban implemented for Fannin County. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Self and passed unanimously.

7. Discussion, consideration and action to approve payment of bills – County Judge for County Auditor: A

motion was made, seconded and passed to approve payment of bills.

8. Discussion, consideration and action to approve permanent move of polling location in Ravenna from the Community Center at 107 Main Street to the City Hall of 103 N. Main Street in accordance with Texas Election Code 43.002 – County Judge for County Clerk: A motion was made by Commissioner Self to approve the move with Commissioner Lane seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

9. Discussion, consideration and action to approve a onetime severance of 1 acre from a 5-acre tract on CR 2900, Property ID# 113835 in Dodd City – Commissioner Precinct 4: Commissioner Self read the details on all requirements having been met for this to be approved and a motion was made by Commissioner Lackey to approve with Commissioner Self seconding the motion. The motion passed.

10. Discussion, consideration and action to approve a one-time severance 1 acre from a 21.34-acre tract on CR 5010, Property ID# 86906 in Blue Ridge –Commissioner Precinct 2: Commissioner Self once again read the details noting all had been done to clear the way for this to be approved after which he made a motion to approve. Commissioner Lane seconded the motion which passed.

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11. Discussion, consideration and action regarding partial closure of CR 4975 in Blue Ridge in Precinct 2; begin ning on the east end of County Road 4975 where it intersects with CR 4910 would be closed, making CR 4975 a dead-end road – Commissioner Precinct 2: The same speakers who spoke in favor of and against the closure of CR 4975 spoke again to reiterate their reasons for their stance. After an impas sioned and lengthy discussion that included a request from the speaker opposed to the closure for a traffic study be done on the road, and comments made by the Commissioners, Attor ney Newt Cunningham and the County Judge; a motion was made by Commissioner Self to leave CR 4975 open and that he, the County Judge and the Sheriff meet on the road to as sess what can be done to cor rect the situation. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Magness. Before the vote was taken a discussion ensued about the problem and possible solu tions other than the closing of the road. At the conclusion of the discussion, a vote was taken, and the motion passed. Judge Moore noted after the vote, that this matter was not ending with the passing of this motion as there was sure to be action taken to correct the matter and if those actions would prove to not be successful, he would invite this issue to be brought back to Commissioners Court.

12. Discussion, consideration and action regarding partial closure of Dillard Street in Randolph in Precinct 2; clo sure to begin at Business 121 North heading north on South Dillard Street for 235 feet, making South Dillard Street a dead-end road – Commis sioner Precinct 2: After com ments from Commissioner Self

a motion was made to keep Dillard Street open at this time. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Magness and be fore a vote was taken, a citizen questioned whether the County was the correct authority to de cide this. He was answered that because Randolph is not incor porated, the county is the cor rect authority, and the vote was taken with the motion passing.

13. Discussion, consideration and action to fill the Fannin County Development Services Director position – Commis sioner Precinct 2: After some discussion ensued, Commis sioner Self made the motion to hire Kasie Thomas for the Development Services Direc tor position at the salary of $32,570.01 with their being a six-month review on the sal ary. The motion was seconded by Judge Moore and after some discussion regarding specifics on the salary, a vote was taken, and the motion passed.

14. Discussion, consideration and action to solicit proposals for a new 4-door, 4WD pickup for Precinct 2 – Commission er Precinct 2 for Purchasing Agent: Fannin County Purchas er Shonda Magness noted how this was to solicit proposals. Commissioner Self made the motion to solicit proposals with Commissioner Lane seconding the motion which passed.

15. Discussion, consideration and action to solicit proposals for a 2005-2016 used commer cial semi-truck for Precinct 4 – Commissioner Precinct 4 for Purchasing Agent: After some discussion, Commissioner Lackey made a motion to solicit proposals with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed.

16. Discussion, consideration and action to renew lease agreement with Bonham As sociates Management, Ltd. For the 800 E. 2nd Street prop erty in Bonham, from October 1, 2022, through September 30, 2023 – County Judge for

Purchasing Agent: Ms. Mag ness detailed the proposed rent al price increase that included a possibly extreme increase for electrical service at this loca tion. After a lengthy detailed discussion, Commissioner Self made the motion to counteroffer the lease agreement at a rate of $3,500 per month on a monthly basis with $700 utility payment until further investigation into the electricity bill and water at $175. Commissioner Magness seconded the motion which passed.

17. Discussion, consider ation and action to renew lease agreement with May field McCraw for the 200 E. 1st Street property in Bon ham at a $300.00 per month increase; from $3,000.00/ month to $3,300, from Octo ber 1, 2022, through Septem ber 30, 2023 – County Judge for Purchasing Agent: Judge Moore noted after reading the agenda item that the price in crease stated, included utilities. Ms. Magness confirmed utili ties were included in the stated price and Commissioner Mag ness made the motion to renew the lease agreement as stated in the agenda item. Commissioner Self seconded the motion which passed.

18. Discussion, consideration and action to change payment for Courthouse Audio Visual from Creton to Altona in the amount of $22,910.28; to come out of Contingency – County Judge: Commissioner Lane explained how this change was due to Creton not being able to have the parts needed for this job until November 2023 and Altona has noted they can have the job done by no later than January of 2023. A discussion ensued about the details of the cost stated in the agenda item and Fannin County Auditor Ali cia Whipple explained how the amount of $22,910.28 is not the complete cost of the job but is the difference between changing from one company to another in

order to have the job done in a timelier fashion. A motion was made by Commissioner Mag ness to approve the change pay ment with Commissioner Self seconding the motion which passed.

19. Discussion, consideration and action to approve Resolu tion relating to application for the 2023 Fannin County Indi gent Defense Formula Grant Program and authorize Coun ty Judge to sign Resolution on behalf of Fannin County –County Judge for County Audi tor: Ms. Whipple explained this is a yearly grant the county re ceives, and a motion was made by Commissioner Self to ap prove with Commissioner Lane seconding the motion which passed.

20. Discussion, consider ation and action to move $3,047.81 from 100-370-1310 (insurance loss payments) to 100-560-4540 (R&M Auto – Sheriff’s Office) – County Judge for County Auditor: Commissioner Lane made the motion to move with Commis sioner Lackey seconding the motion which passed.

21. Comments by County Commissioners and County Judge: Commissioner Lane voiced her appreciation to all who attended the meeting with a special thanks for those who came to speak, noting she can

relate to their problem. She then reminded everyone about the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event occurring Oc tober 1 at the Multi-Purpose Complex in Bonham, comment ed on the cooler weather and wished all a wonderful week.

Commissioner Self voiced his appreciation to those who came out to speak contributing to the good conversation had on this issue. Commissioner Magness also commented on the day’s conversation regarding road clo sures and noted how increased traffic, trash dumping, and speeders are county wide prob lems that need to be resolved by other means than closing roads.

Commissioner Lackey agreed with Commissioner Magness and voiced his appreciation for all who attended. Judge Moore stated the Burn Ban is official and everyone should know they can be ticketed for conducting a burn during the ban. He di rected those unsure of what the policies on a burn ban are, to look online. He then welcomed Kasie Thomas, noting the court is looking forward to working with her and will be available for any questions she may have.

22. Adjourn: A motion was made, seconded and passed to adjourn at 10:50 a.m.

Kiwanis Hold Installation Dinner

By Mary-k Ashley Wilson

Fannin County Auditor Alicia Whipple was inducted as president of the Kiwanis Club of Bonham, Texas. Whipple has been an active member of the club since 2018. She was installed by Texas-Oklahoma Kiwanis Lieutenant Governor Kameron Klement from Gainseville.

Also installed by Klement were new vice president Richard Mattison. Installed as returning officers were secretary Carol Pillars; treasurer John Burnett; and

assistant secretary Mary-k Ashley Wilson.

Texas-Oklahoma Kiwanis Trustee Thom Calloway was a special guest. Calloway talked about the duties of a trustee.

Lauri Blake presented gift baskets to special guests. She also acknowledged tenure of local Kiwanians.

Steve Mohundro has been an active member of the local club for forty-two years.

Kiwanians and their guests were treated to special entertainment by Dr. Gary Sisson who performed a medley of patriotic songs

and spoken word and gave a partial recitation of Patrick Henry’s “Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death” speech.

Kiwanis is looking forward to the coming year with their new slate of officers.

The next Bonham Trade Days will be Thursday through Sunday, October 6-9 at Fort Inglish Park.

To check availability of vendor spaces, please call 903.271.8631 or 903.583.9634.

Bonham Trade Days is always held on the Thursday through Sunday following the first Monday

Heard Museum to Bring Holiday Festivities into Nature for Fundraiser

McKinney, TX—Bundle up your family, get out of the house, and experience the unique, family-friendly North Texas holiday tradition, Holidays at the Heard. On December 9 and 10, 2022, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary will bring the beauty of the holiday season into nature at this annual event.

Holiday lights and décor will accentuate a lovely half-mile Heard nature trail. This nighttime hike through the woods will enchant your family. Also, you’ll get a glimpse of the Dinosaurs Live! exhibit along the trail. Please note that the dinosaurs are not animated during the event. In keeping with the Heard’s

Lake Fannin Volunteers workdays

October 15 October 22 October 29 8am - 12pm

Bring landscaping tools, carpenters tools, safety equipment, gloves and water.

Documented hours count toward “Hours 4 Hours” award.

Keep life moving forward, looking backward is only for time travelers.

role as a nature preserve, this light display is designed to enhance, rather than overpower, the sanctuary’s natural beauty. Live, festive music will delight audiences under the stars in the Heard outdoor amphitheater. Support the Heard and have fun with the whole family at this fun holiday fundraiser. Tickets are $11 for adults & seniors and $8 for kids 3-12 (children ages 2 and under are free). Heard Museum Members save $3 per ticket. Learn more at www.heardmuseum.org/ holidays.

About Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary is a private 501(c)3 nonprofit

organization dedicated to bringing nature and people together to discover, enjoy, experience, restore and preserve our priceless environment. The Heard was founded in 1967 by Bessie Heard at the age of 80. In a time when the rate of expansion of the Metroplex was slower than today, she foresaw the need to preserve a place where future generations could experience nature. Today, the Heard’s mission of bringing nature and people together is carried out through education, particularly of young people, emphasizing an appreciation of nature and its conservation. For more information, visit heardmuseum.org.

of the month. Net proceeds are used as donations to youth groups of Bonham and Fannin County as well as for children around the world. The following Trade days will be November 10 through 13 and December 8 through 11. Now is a good time to start your Christmas shopping from the unusual, unique, and useful items sold at Bonham Trade Days.

Membership to Kiwanis is currently open. If you feel you would like to belong to a civic club whose motto is Serving the Children of the World, please contact any member of Kiwanis.

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the 20 districts of the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) will be hosting Fall Conferences around the state. The District X conference will be held at Region 10 in Rich ardson on October 24, 2022 from 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM.

As members of TRTA, we will convene to enjoy fellow ship, prepare for the upcoming November General Election, hear from candidates for po

litical office, and discuss their advocacy plans for the 88th Legislative Session that be gins in January 2023!

Our members know that TRTA’s top priority for the coming legislative session is for the Legislature to pass a substantial, meaningful costof-living adjustment (COLA) for TRS retirees.

Now is the time for TRTA members to come together to educate future elected officials

about the impact inflation has had on retirees and why a COLA is much needed and in fact, necessary, for retirees to enjoy their retirement with dignity.

Consider joining TRTA and attend the fall conference. TRTA Executive Director Tim Lee will be the keynote speaker, and you won’t want to miss his informative and inspirational speech!

Join TRTA by going to trta.

org or visit a local chapter meeting. The Fannin County Retired Teachers and School Personnel Chapter will meet on October 4, 2022 at the First Presbyterian Church Williams Educational Building in Bon ham at 2 PM.

For questions or more infor mation, contact Debbie Gove at 214-403-6230.

Remember: TRS MANAG ES our money. TRTA PRO TECTS our money.

Oxygenating the Lake

Creative Arts Center Welcomes Author, Larry Tipton

Oxygen is pumped from these tanks and into Bois d’Arc Lake to improve the lake’s health.

Press Release - As crews wrapped up ef forts at the dam, they also finished another important and unique component—oxygen ation for the lake. A team connected and pulled 23,000 total feet of diffuser hoses out into the lake, submerging them beneath the surface. These hoses were then connected to a liquid oxygen tank system that converts the oxygen to gas and then pipes it into the water. Diffusing oxygen in this way will help maintain the quality of the water deliv ered and support the lake’s habitat.

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October 15, 2022 from 12:00pm - 3:00pm to meet author, Larry

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Larry Tipton is the author of several fiction novels, stories that are fast-paced and exciting. He was born in California and raised on a small farm near the Napa Valley. Along with twenty-five years in the high desert of Arizona, he has held many diverse occupations such as copper miner, nuclear power plant specialist, and scientist. He holds both Bachelor and Master’s degrees in science and enjoys using his research skills in crafting unique, interesting plots and characters. His hobbies include reading, traveling, and exploring this wonderful world. His novels are murder mysteries and thrillers—stories that make you want to keep turning pages. He has made Bon ham his new home and looks forward to meeting the community. If you enjoy reading unusual, absorbing, and engaging stories, we invite you to meet him, be introduced to his novels, and be surprised and entertained.

Book titles: Godspark…a murder mystery

The Game Wizard…a murder mystery

The Proof…a thriller

Death of the Dreamweaver…a cozy mystery

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”I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.”

You Are Invited Holy Trinity

Sunday, October 9, 2022 at 10:30am

for a Saint Francis Day Celebration with prayers for the ani mals, a custom conducted in remembrance of St. Francis of Assisi’s love for all creatures.

St. Francis of Assis, founder of the Franciscans, became as sociated with patronage of animals and the natural environ ment and is celebrated with the blessing of the animals.

Come join us as Tyler Brown, Deacon of Holy Trinity of Bonham and Holy Cross of Paris celebrates morning prayer and prayers for our animals. All are welcome. Please use a lease or crate, or trailer.

We are located at 7th and Star Streets in Bonham, Texas and can be reached at htec.bonham.tx@gmail.com.

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Wednesday>> October 5th

8am Let’s Get Cooking Contest, Expo Building

Petting Zoo Open

4 9pm Vendor Booths & Arts/Crafts/Photo

10am Barnyard Revue (Pig Races, Animal

5 11pm Carnival Rides Open

6pm Barnyard Revue (Pig Races, Animal tricks)

7pm Let’s Get Cooking Contest Awards Presentation, Outdoor

8pm Barnyard Revue (Pig Races, Animal tricks)

Thursday>> October 6th

8am Market Broiler Show followed by Breeding Poultry Show

9am Market Fryer Show followed by Breeding Rabbits

9am Petting Zoo Open

10am Barnyard Revue (Pig Races, Animal tricks)

11am Agriculture Mechanics Show

12pm Breeding Lamb, Dairy Goat, Breeding Goat Show

Market Goat Show

4 9pm Vendor Booths & Arts/Crafts/Photo Tent Open

Mechanical Bull Rides

5 11pm Carnival Rides Open

6pm Barnyard Revue (Pig Races, Animal tricks)

6pm Wee Miss Pageant, Inside Stage

7pm Little Miss Pageant, Inside Stage

8pm Barnyard Revue (Pig Races, Animal tricks)

Friday>> October 7th

8am Breeding Swine Show followed by Market Swine Show & Sale Order

8am Dairy Cattle Show

9am Petting Zoo Open

10am Market Steer Show followed by Replacement Heifer Show

10am Barnyard Revue (Pig Races, Animal tricks)

Noon Floral Show

4 9pm Vendor Booths & Arts/Crafts/Photo Tent Open

6pm Barnyard Revue (Pig Races, Animal tricks)

Mechanical Bull Rides

5 11pm Carnival Rides Open

6pm Wee Miss, Inside Stage

7pm Princess Pageant, Inside Stage

5:30 Pedal Tractor Pull Registration Open

6pm Pedal Tractor Pull

7pm Lone Star Garden Tractor Pull

8pm Barnyard Revue (Pig Races, Animal tricks)

8pm Pedal Tractor Pull Registration Open

8:30pm Pedal Tractor Pull

7:30pm Fannin County Fair Bull Riding

Saturday>> October 8th

8am PeeWee Rodeo

8am Robotics Contest, Expo Building

9am TJRA Youth Rodeo

9am Registered Heifer Show

10am 4pm Antique Car Show

9am Petting Zoo Open

Mechanical Bull Rides

9am 10pm Vendor Booths & Arts/Crafts/Photo Tent Open

10am Barnyard Revue (Pig Races, Animal tricks

10:30 Antique Tractor Pulls

Noon Lone Star Garden Tractor Pull

12 11pm Carnival Rides Open

1 3pm Indoor Stage Entertainment

3pm Wee Miss, Inside Stage

3:30pm Pedal Tractor Pull Registration Open

4pm Duchess Pageant, Inside Stage

4pm Pedal Tractor Pull

4pm Replacement Heifer Sale

5pm Buyers Meal

6pm Premium Sale

6pm

Pedal Tractor Pull Registration Open

6pm Barnyard Revue (Pig Races, Animal tricks )

6:30pm Pedal Tractor Pull

6:30pm Queen Pageant, Inside Stage

7pm Team Roping

7:30pm Pedal Tractor Pull Registration Open

8pm Pedal Tractor Pull

8:30pm Mullet Contest Sign up

8:30 Barnyard Revue (Pig Races,Animal tricks)

9pm Concert: Bois d’Arc Red, Outdoor Stage

9:30pm Mullet Contest, O utdoor Stage

Sunday>> October 9th Sunday>>

9am TJRA Youth Rodeo

Fannin County Fairgrounds

located at the Multi Purpose Complex

700 FM 87 Bonham, Texas

2022 FAIR SCHEDULE

Times of trouble remind us Texas open government laws are here for everyone

By Kelley Shannon - Across the state, Texans are keeping a closer eye on their govern ment. They’re asking questions and demanding information. There’s a renewed awareness of our transparency laws.

Times of trouble can remind us all that the people have a right to know, and Texas certainly has been enduring months of difficulty following the mass shooting at Robb El ementary School in Uvalde.

Parents, community resi dents, journalists and others want details about the Uvalde tragedy to learn exactly how law enforcement responded and how the young man who committed the killings possi bly might have been stopped before that day in May. The hope is to prevent a repeat of this horror and to ensure ac countability.

We are still waiting for infor mation.

The information that has trickled out has sometimes been inaccurate or incomplete. For many, this deepens the pain. Shining light on truth is necessary, even when it’s tough to bear.

The Freedom of Information Foundation of Texas has urged law enforcement and govern ment officials at all levels –school district, city, county, state and federal – to promptly release critical records related to the shootings. Multiple news organizations filed a law suit this summer against the Texas Department of Public Safety to force the release of information such as 911 calls, video and police statements. The case is pending.

These barriers to public re cords and other transparency

and First Amendment issues are on the agenda at the FOI Foundation’s state conference

Sept. 29 in Austin. The key note panel will be a bipartisan preview of open government measures in the 2023 Texas Legislature with Rep. Todd Hunter, R-Corpus Christi, and Sen. Nathan Johnson, D-Dal las. Members of the public are welcome to register and attend the conference.

Throughout the year, the FOI Foundation helps Texans un derstand and use the state’s Public Information Act and Open Meetings Act and pro tects the rights of free speech and free press.

It isn’t always a catastrophe that spurs interest in transpar ency. Citizens want to know more about public spending on special projects or con tracts or tax breaks for private companies. Taxpayers want to ask questions about a school district’s policies, local con struction permitting or health inspections.

Fortunately, many public of ficials understand they are the custodian of the people’s in formation, not the owners of it, and they promptly provide it. But that’s not always the case.

Some governments try to block information access by intimidating requesters with unreasonably large cost es timates for producing public records. Some wrongly tell the public they must use an online request form to obtain records.

(An online form is optional.

A written Texas Public Infor mation Act request can also be made through email or on paper.) Lately, certain govern ments have come up with un usual methods to try to thwart

Cast for Kids Foundation fishing event

Lake Bonham

the free flow of information.

Kyle City Council members recently signed confidentiality agreements stating they could not talk to the public about matters discussed in a closed meeting, the Hays Free Press reported.

However, elected officials have a First Amend

ment right to speak, if they choose to, and a confidential ity agreement doesn’t override the Public Information Act in determining which records are accessible to citizens.

During the COVID-19 pan demic a number of govern ment agencies tried to make up

their own rules about the Pub lic Information Act by decid ing not to respond to requests when their employees were working remotely, even though government was open for other business.

Appreciation for the people’s right to know is growing, and

it’s a good thing. Elected lead ers need to recognize this and encourage it.

Access to public informa tion is essential for exercising the right to speak out and hold government accountable as we participate in our democracy.

Press Release - The C.A.S.T. for Kids Foundation will hold a C.A.S.T. for Kids event

At Lake Bonham on Saturday, October 15, 2022. This will be a free boating and fishing event for children with special needs. The event is open to all children, ages 6-18, no matter their disability. Participants must preregister online at https:// castforkids/event/lake bonham and the space is limited to the first 40 children who register.

At each event, partici pants receive a free Ze bco rod & reel, tackle box, event t-shirt, fish ing cap, award plaque, and lunch for everyone, provided by Texas Farm Bureau.

Anyone interested in sponsoring this event should contact the Bon ham event coordinator, Eric Rice at lakebon ham@castforkids.org

Submitted by Alice Mussett, Fannin County Master Gardener

Remember those rainy, icy, snowy days last March that made it impossible to do any work in the yard, but the weeds loved? Pull, dig, or cut weeds, preferably before they go to seed. Note- one year of seed, 7 years of weeds. It is time to clean dead vegetation out of flower and garden

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The Texoma Patriots are partnering with the Convention of States from Fannin County to bring you

documentary

The Texoma Patriots are partnering with the Convention of States from Fannin County to bring you the documentary film

Grid Dow n Pow er Up

Grid Down Power Up

We invite you to join us on October 10 (Monday)

Location: Schulman’s Movie Bowl Grill in Sherman 110 E FM 1417

We invite you to join us on October 10 (Monday)

Doors open at 6 Meeting starts at 6:30 Film starts at 7 p m

A winter storm caused many Texans to sit at home without power for days in mid February 2021 This incident disrupted our lives and caused loss of life and interruption of business. It could happen again!

the beds and mulch for winter. Check patio plants carefully for pests before bringing them inside. Briefly set pots in a tub of water to flush out fire ants.

Planting Tips: Garden- There is still time to plant carrots, garlic, leaf let tuce, radishes, spinach, and turnips. Set seeds in the ground during the first week in Octo ber. While the weather is still good, prepare the area desig nated for planting English peas so it will be ready in late Janu

ary/early February.

Flowers- Fall Asters are a beautiful addition to a fall garden, however, they will die back at the first frost. Early October is the time to dig and divide spring perennials such as phlox, daylilies, iris, Shasta daisies, coneflowers, gloriosa daisies, hardy amaryllis, and hostas. Place bulbs that re quire 45 days of chilling in the refrigerator to prep them for December planting. Plant win ter annuals such as pansies. Fertilize with a high nitrogen soluble fertilizer to help them get established.

Lawn- Seed cool season grasses such as ryegrass and fescue now for a temporary winter cover. Perennial rye is easier to care for than annual rye.

Landscape- Planting trees and shrubs at this time gives them time to get root systems estab lished before winter.

Pruning Tips: Prune old flowers of lateblooming plants to keep them looking attractive. Continue mowing lawns until the first

frost stops growth. Wait to mow a lawn over-seeded with ryegrass or fescue until the new blades are coming up. Mowing sooner could suck up the seeds. Remove damaged limbs from trees and shrubs.

Wait until February to do ma jor shape-up work on shrubs.

Fertilizing Tips:

Fertilize any warm season lawns that missed earlier fer tilizing sometime in the first week of this month. Feed fes cue and ryegrass with high-ni trogen fertilizer in the middle of the month.

Watch for: Early season frost- On calm clear nights frost can form on leaves at temperatures in the high 30’s. Keep frost cover handy to protect plants. Bring tender potted plants in at night. October can be a dry month so check soil and water when needed.

For gardening questions call 903-583-5473 or email ques tions to fanninmastergardener@gmail. com

Lt. Dan Patrick visited Bonham while on his campaign trail

Local City and County officials meet Lt. Governor at Hickory BBQ during a brief stop in Bonham.

Lt. Governor Dan Patrick, H. Compton, Bonham Mayor, Sean Pate, Bonham City Manager, Newt Cunningham, Fannin County Judge Elect, Sheriff Mark Johnson.

Photo by Connie Estes

The Texoma Patriots are partnering with the Convention of States from Fannin County to bring you the documentary film Grid Dow n Pow er Up

We invite you to join us on October 10 (Monday)

Hear Texas Senator Bob Hall a champion in introducing legislation to protect us from such disasters. He will explain his efforts to protect and harden our Texas grid

Location: Schulman’s Movie Bowl Grill in Sherman, 110 E. FM 1417. Doors open at 6. Meeting starts at 6:30. Film starts at 7 p.m. A winter storm caused many Texans to sit at home without power for days in mid-Feb ruary 2021. This incident disrupted our lives and caused loss of life and interruption of business. It could happen again!

Location: Schulman’s Movie Bowl Grill in Sherman 110 E

Solar flares, enemy cyber attacks, vandals destroying the equipment are all reasons why our grid could go down Without comprehensive security, lives could again be at stake When the world relies on electricity to stay alive, power failures can tur n fatal Power companies much adopt higher standards for securing the grid

Hear Texas Senator Bob Hall, a champion in introducing legislation to protect us from such disasters. He will explain his efforts to protect and harden our Texas grid.

Everyone is welcome. There is no charge to attend. Donations area appreciated

TEXOMA PATRIOTS, P O Box 504, Van Alstyne TX 75495 www.facebook com/tex omapatriots @teapartytexoma texomapatriotsofficial@gmail com Texoma Patriots on Signal te xomapatriots .org (website)

Solar flares, enemy cyber-attacks, vandals destroying the equipment are all reasons why our grid could go down. Without comprehensive security, lives could again be at stake. When the world relies on electricity to stay alive, power failures can turn fatal. Power companies must adopt higher standards for securing the grid. Everyone is welcome. There is no charge to attend. Donations are appreciated.

TEXOMA PATRIOTS, P. O. Box 504, Van Alstyne TX 75495 www.facebook.com/texo mapatriots - @teapartytexoma texomapatriotsofficial@gmail.com - Texoma Patriots on Signal - texomapatriots.org (website)

The Fannin County Leader is a FREE publication, to all residents in Fannin County, thanks to our Advertisers

Without you, the advertiser, The Leader would not be able to deliver to every home in Fannin County via US Mail every week for FREE. Sherry Johnson, Sales Representative, wants to recognize one of her valued customers and say “THANK YOU” for making the Leader possible.

nin and Grayson counties. This mile stone comes on the annual Adult Edu cation and Family Literacy Week, set for September 1824 to remind us that reading, writing and basic math remain an elusive target for millions of adults nationwide, includ ing 21% of Fannin County resi dents.

According to ProLiteracy, an organization advancing the

cause of basic education in the U.S. that Grayson College be longs to, more than 43 million adults in the U.S. cannot read, write or do math above a thirdgrade level. Grayson College uses funding provided by the Texas Workforce Commission to improve these levels of com petency for adult learners and help them meet the demands of today’s workforce.

“Here in Fannin County, we know that literacy helps fami lies to be healthier and safer and provides opportunities for adults to support themselves through work, contributing ultimately to the economic growth of Texoma,” said Ashley Trevino, Director of Adult Education and Literacy for Grayson Col lege.

“Low literacy costs the nation more than $2.2 trillion each year in lost productivity, as well as an additional $100-$200 billion in health and safety is sues,” said Mark Vineis, Presi dent and CEO of ProLiteracy. “Every dollar spent on adult literacy and education provides returns through higher employ ment, added tax revenues, re duced welfare payments, and less crime.”

Prospective students interest ed in obtaining their high school equivalency diploma, improv ing their English language pro ficiency or simply seeking to refresh their skills in math and reading can enroll for no-cost classes at any time by calling (903) 463-8784 to make an en rollment appointment. Regis tration without an appointment is available on Wednesday, Oc tober 5 or Wednesday, October 19 between 10:00 am and 7:00 pm. Interested students should simply walk into the Advanced Technology building on Gray son College’s main campus in Denison with an ID to enroll. Registration can be completed in most languages with Span ish-speaking staff immediately available to assist registrants.

For more information on Grayson College Adult Edu cation and Literacy’s services visit grayson.edu or call (903) 463-8784.

Courtesy Photo

Photo of Adult Education Students and Instructor Carrie Stell. Courtesy photo

Grayson College Marks 4,000 Served during Adult Education and Family Literacy Week, September 18-24 Denison, Texas - Since July 1, 2020, 4,000 students have enrolled in no-cost adult educa tion classes offered by Grayson College in Collin, Cooke, Fan

Sunday Morning Re-take

Hello everyone!

What a wonderful service we had in God’s house Sunday morning!

There is a wonderful promise given to us from God 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.” I know that I reference this verse quite a lot, but the reason I do is because our nation has a difficult time understanding and holding to this promise. Why anyone wouldn’t want to hold to this promise is beyond me. This is one of the greatest promises of the Bible!

That being said, this week’s hymn reference was written by Clara H. Scott in 1895. This is not just a hymn, but also a prayer.

“Open my eyes that I may see glimpses of truth thou hast for me.

Place in my hands the wonderful key that shall unclasp and set me free.

Silently now I wait for thee, ready, my God, thy will to see. Open my eyes, illumine me, Spirit divine!

Open my ears that I may hear voices of truth thou sendest clear, and while the wave notes fall on my ear, ev’rything false will disappear. Silently now I wait for thee, ready, my God, thy will to see. Open my ears, illumine me, Spirit divine!”

If you are looking for a good church home, we invite you to come visit and worship with us here at Central Baptist Church! Like we always say, visitors are our honored guests, and we hope to see you this coming Lord’s day!

Josh Stevenson Central Baptist Church Bonham,

FOR SALE

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.

AFFORDABLE

STUMP GRINDING

Commercial and Residential. Call William 903-820-1036.

APPLIANCE REPAIR

Do you need Major Appliance Repair in Fannin County? Call 903-814-1987 Danny Loyd.

APP HOUSE LEVELING & FOUNDATION REPAIR

Job Hunting?

CLASSIFIEDS CLASSIFIEDS

EMPLOYMENT

RED RIVER

FOR SALE

Amish Fireplace $150. For details call 903-583-0376.

FOR SALE

KitchenAid- 24 inch Double Wall Oven

True Convection Stainless Steel- Mod. KODC304ESS. DORIS- 903-623-4084 mention oven. $2,700 Firm. Never Installed.

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.

20 MILE GARAGE SALE & Market on the Square. Oct. 8th. 8am-4pm. Ladonia, Pecan Gap, Bug tussle, Ben Franklin, TX. Garage Sales, Estate Sales, Food & Market. Something for everyone. cocladonia.org/20mile. html

SALE

Saturday, October 8,2022 101 South Center (Highway 78 South at City Limits) Bonham, Texas 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Furniture, Antiques, Household Items, Quilts, Cook Books, Clothing, etc. From 4 Storage Buildings. Priced to Sell! Cash Only!

YARD SALE

October 5th- 8th Ranch Equipment, Tools, Furniture, Antiques, Housewares, and Clothes. 1593 S. FM 2077. Bonham, 1.5 miles south of Dodd City. Follow signs!

HUGE YARD SALE

A PAW UP

Helping Animals

In Need Thrift Store

101 West Hayes, Savoy

Open Friday thru Sunday 10am-5pm.

FREE CLOTHES & HOUSEWARES:

Clothes ClosetValley Creek Baptist Church, 3615 FM 896, Leonard. Wednesdays 8-10am.

PERSONAL

NEED a COMPANION

Financially stable 73 year old, healthy gentleman looking for a straight white or hispanic female com panion (occasional smoker is alright) to share my time and home with. Call 903990-0731.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

TREES and MÁS

Large Acreage Mowing with Tractor, Landscaping, Fences, Stump Grinding, and Concrete. Insured, Call for free estimate. 903-2276940, 903-227-8369, or 903-486-2868.

PROFESSIONAL PAINT & DRYWALL REPAIRS:

Cracks, holes, patches, water damage, sheet rock repair, ceilings, walls, matched texturing. Interior/ Exterior Painting. 40+ years experience. Call Johnny @ 903-209-6958

MUNOZ LAWN CARE & TREE TRIMMING

All kinds of fences built and repaired too. For estimate call: 903-267-2503

Pier and Beam/ Slab Foun dation/ Small & Large Re models. 903-227-2860.

CALL the HANDYMAN BECAUSE YOU DESERVE the BEST...

•Painting •Sheetrock Repair & Texture •Remodeling •Plumbing •Electrical •Mowing •Tree & Trim work •Flowerbeds. Call 903-304-9009.

REAL ESTATE

HISTORIC HOME

FOR SALE at

1018 W. Main St. Honey Grove. The Gandy House was built in 1901. The addition of a den, office, and bathroom around 1970 brought the home to approx. 4,200 sqft. Situated on 4 acres with a pond, 6 bedrooms makes this a wonderful family home. Original finishes on staircase and wood work are a major plus. $495,000. Call Wynell 214-642-0266.

520 S. CENTER

BONHAM, TX 75418

2 offices, bathroom & storage area, Plenty of parking space. $750 per month (utilities not included) Call or text 903-583-0108.

OFFICE SPACE AND SECURE WAREHOUSE/ SHOP SPACE FOR RENT

• 225 to 300 sq. feet

• Build to suit

• Secure Warehouse/ Shop Space For Rent, 3000 sq. ft. with ample parking.

2501 N Center St. Bonham, Texas. 903-583-9527.

HEALTH CARE

Now hiring home care providers for Bonham, Bailey, Sherman, Denison, Gainesville, Paris, Savoy and Whitesboro. Must be 18 years of age with no criminal history and must have own transportation. No certification required. Call 1-800-289-6555 for more info.

7 SISTER CARE 24 hour live-in care givers needed immediately. 903-813-8477

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS for the FOLLOWING POSITIONS

HVAC Technicians, Journey man Electrician, and HVAC/ Electric Apprentice and Helpers. Competitive wages based on experience, va cation and company paid insurance. For more infor mation call 903-583-4018 or apply in person at Blain Service Company, 7258 N Hwy 78 in Ravenna

NORTH TEXAS

SAFARI PARK

We are looking for the right person to join us out here at NorthTexas Safari Park.

● Should you decide to send in your resume please be mindful of the following.

● You would be working with animals and the public during park hours.

● Weekends are required.

● Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs., clean, rake stalls, etc.

● Must have reliable transportation, good work ethics, and self motivated.

● Love of animals is a must!! Please apply by sending resume to northtexassafaripark@ gmail.com

CNC Lathe/ Mill Machinist

POSITION OPENINGS

THE CITY of BONHAM

Public Works Department

Is accepting applications for 2 positions of Street Dept. Equipment Operator I. Requirements: Experience in heavy equipment operation, street repair and construction; perform heavy manual labor and work in all types of weather conditions. $13.78 hourly to include paid vacation, sick time, personal time, retirement. Medical, dental, and vision insurance available at minimal costs. Applications are available Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm at Bonham City Hall, 514 Chestnut St., Bonham TX 75418 or online at www. cityofbonham.org. Position open until filled. The City of Bonham is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED Needing an Experienced Mechanic’s helper, Full or part time. Call 903-8210604.

HOME REFRESH NEEDED

I am in need of someone that is able to do repairs/ painting and manual labor, inside and outside of home. Call 903-486-2222.

SURFACE WATER PLANT OPERATOR NEEDED NOW

Special Utility District is seeking a qualified Surface Water Treatment Plant Operator to work at our Lake Tawakoni plant.

Full Time Position.

Excellent Paid Benefits Including Health Insurance, Retirement, Uniforms, & Continuing Education.

Position Starts At $28 Per Hour.

CodeRED Weather

Warning is a unique service that automatically notifies citizens in the path of severe weather just moments after a warning has been issued by the National Weather Service. This limited

CodeRED Weather Warning subscription is available to you at no direct cost. To receive these notifications go to: www.co.fannin.tx.us

Look for CodeRED on the left side navigation.

807 N. Main, Ector, TX Weather permitting. 8 am until dusk. October 7th thru 9th, for sure. Will have the following week for any late comers or second thoughts. Cookbooks $1.00, Jewelry, halloween, decor, some tools, rustic items, purses, kitchen items, women’s plus size clothes. Too much of a variety to list!

HUGE GARAGE SALE

811 Cedar St., Bonham Wednesday - Saturday

October 5th- 8th Washer & Dryer, complete waterfall bedroom suite, heavy 6 chair dining room table, lots more furniture, some wicker furniture, miscellaneous, household, collectibles.

FARM and LAWN MAINTENANCE

Tree service, landscaping, brush clearing, fence of any kind, pipe fence paint ing, power washing, house painting, flagstone patios, gravel driveways, lot mow ing, gutters and drain age, concrete demolition, any odd jobs. Call Jose Vazquez at 903-227-5898 or 903-583-1259.

STAPP TREE

TRIMMING and REMOVAL

Hauling, Storm Dam age, Demolition Work, Dead Wood Removal, Licensed and Bonded. Over 25 Years Experi ence. Call 903-5837888. “Cheaper than the cheapest. Give me a call, I can handle it all, guaranteed.”

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.

BillBuysHouses.com

Buying homes As Is since ‘91

Also buys lots, land & Manuf. Homes 214.478.8979

B.F. Gammon Tool & Die is accepting applications for immediate openings for CNC Lathe/Mill Machin ist and also someone with Gear Cutting experience. 40 hours per week plus over time. Full benefits including paid healthcare, retirement benefits and holiday, vaca tion and sick pay. Climate controlled shop. 7:30am4:00pm, 5 days per week. Send resume via email to

NOW HIRING!

MUST HAVE CLASS C (OR HIGHER) SURFACE WATER OPERATOR LICENSE IN GOOD STANDING WITH TCEQ. Responsibilities include:

Monitors all phases of plant operation

Monitors the finished water prior to entry in the distribution system as in accordance with the State and Federal rules

Hourly and daily water analysis

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

CDL drivers with recent driv ing experience and a clean driving record. Home daily. Driving radius within 3 hours of Fannin County, TX. Abil ity to use forklift, tarping and flatbed experience a plus, but will train the right driver. Please come in person to complete an application: 3765 County Road 2135, Telephone, TX 75488 or call 903-664-2332 ask for human resources.

applications available at www.cashwater.org or at the admin office located at 172 FM 1564 East, Greenville TX 75402. Applications and resumes can be emailed to payables@cashwater.org or dropped off at our main office.

HELP WANTED Needing someone to work landscaping full time or part time. Call 903-814-8620.

Dr. Loftice grew up in Grayson County and now resides locally with his family. He earned his medical degree from the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine in Glendale, AZ and completed his residency in family medicine at Conroe Medical Education Foundation in Conroe, TX.

David C. Loftice,

BOARD-CERTIFIED

Friends of Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge

Press Release - The 2022 Online Auction Beginning October 5th - Ending October 8th, 2022

This is the time of the year that we invite you to support our local Refuge and its programs. Projects resulting in our beautiful Butterfly Garden, our popular Wildlife Express electric tram, renovations to the Big Mineral Creek Recreation Area, and the Brand-New Education Pavilion are available, thanks in large part to your donations and financial support. All monies raised from the auction will be

into educational opportunities and programs for both children and adults.

Please visit https:// www.32auctions.com/ FOHNWR to place your bid on something special!

Early Bird Guided Walk Saturday, October 8

Master Naturalist Jack Chiles will lead our early bird walk, weather permitting. Meet at the Visitor Center. Bring binoculars or borrow ours. Return in time for the Second Saturday program. Free and open to the public.

Second Saturday: Meet Game Warden Bryan Newman Saturday October 8, 10:00am in the Visitor Center Meeting Room

Come and learn about the duties of a game warden, listen to his on-the-job stories and

Sparkle Me Pink Concert

find out how to become a game warden.

Tram Tours

Enjoy a 60 – 90 minute tour along Wildlife Drive at the Refuge. Enjoy learning about the history of the displaced town of Hagerman while watching for wildlife. Lots of stops for birdwatching and photography. Trams run most Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 pm, visit www.friendsofhagerman.com/ Tram-Tours for reservations. Standbys are accepted if space permits. Free and open to the public, funded by donations. Visitor Center: 6465 Refuge Road, Sherman, TX 75092 unless stated otherwise.

Press Release - Let’s get dressy and don some sparkles for the Creative Arts Center’s special Sparkle Me Pink concert! Join us on Saturday October 8th from 6:00pm - 8:00pm at 200 W 5th St in downtown Bonham, TX. We are thrilled to welcome back Lady G for our concert in the garden, and our Octo ber exhibit is full of all things pink, feminine, and elegant. Refreshments will be served and BYOB is welcome; please consider contributing to the Creative Arts Center in lieu of an admission fee.

Tea on the Square /Cotton Mill Moore Photography Main Street Title

Red River Gypsies

SOS 101: Voter Registration in Texas

AUSTIN — Texas Secretary of State John Scott today released the first installment of ‘SOS 101,’ a series of videos educating voters about election administration in Texas ahead of the November 8, 2022 General Election.

In the first SOS 101 video, Secretary Scott provides an overview of the voter registration process in Texas, including how eligible Texans can register to vote, how county voter registrars process voter registration applications, and how voter rolls in each of Texas’ 254 counties are maintained for accuracy.

Secretary Scott also visits with Brazos County Elections Administrator Trudy Hancock to discuss voter registration in her county.

“Today, you’ll be learning about one of your most important civic duties as a Texas voter - registering to vote,” Secretary Scott says in the video.

“Whether you’re registering to vote for the first time or need to update your information on your record, make sure and visit VoteTexas.gov and select ‘Voter Registration’ to learn everything you need to know about voter registration in Texas.”

“Brazos County is up to 123,000 voters,” Elections Administrator Trudy Hancock explains in the video.

“Right now, we’re having Volunteer Deputy Registrars come in dropping off new applications. We’re a college town, we have over 70,000 students here, so they’re working hard at the campus to get those young folks registered.”

Hancock joined Secretary Scott in reminding eligible Texas voters that the deadline

to register for the November 8, 2022 General Election is Tuesday, October 11th.

To watch the full SOS 101 video on voter registration, click here or on the image below.

SOS 101: Voter Registration in Texas covers the following key topics:

1. Eligibility Requirements

In Texas, you are eligible to register to vote as long as you are:

A United States citizen;

A resident of the county where you submit your voter registration application;

At least 18 years old on Election Day. Not a convicted felon (you may be eligible to vote if you have completed your sentence, probation, and parole); and

Not been declared by a court exercising probate jurisdiction to be either totally mentally incapacitated or partially mentally incapacitated without the right to vote.

2. Completing Your Application

If you’re a new voter in Texas, you have several options when registering to vote, including:

• Registering to vote when obtaining a Texas Driver License or Texas ID card at the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS);

• Registering to vote online when renewing, replacing or updating your Texas Driver License or Texas ID card; or

• Complete, sign and send a voter registration application to your county voter registrar.

If you are already registered to vote and simply need to update information on your voter registration recordsuch as your address, name or identification number(s) - you can do so online at Texas.gov. Remember to make sure

your voter registration application is postmarked by Tuesday, October 11th to vote in the November 8th General Election.

3. How Your County Voter Registrar Processes Your Application

When your county voter registrar receives your voter registration application, the registrar will enter your information into the statewide voter registration database - the Texas Election Administration Management (TEAM) system.

Some Texas counties choose to use their own third-party vendors that are responsible for communicating with the TEAM system to ensure all voter registration information is updated in a timely manner.

Once the registration information is entered in TEAM, it goes through a process called ‘Live Check’ - which verifies the Driver License, ID and/or partial Social Security number (last 4 digits) on your registration application with DPS and the Social Security Administration.

Once your registration passes the Live Check process, you should receive your voter registration certificate from your county voter registrar in the mail within 30 days.

If you don’t receive your voter registration certificate in the mail in time to vote - don’t worry, you can still vote! You aren’t required to show your registration certificate to vote in person - just be sure to bring one of 7 approved forms of photo ID for voting, and know what forms of ID you can bring if you don’t possess and can’t reasonably obtain one.

4. Verify Your Voter Registration Status

Once you’ve submitted your

2022 ‘VoteReady’ Grassroots Tour

Press Release - The ‘VoteReady’ grassroots tour began visiting Texas cities in late August 2022. It will remain on the road through the November 2022 election, making appearances and stops at community events including senior expos, county fairs, sporting events, and music and arts festivals. The tour utilizes a mobile digital truck which shares messaging on the campaign as it rolls from city to city. The tour can be followed along on social media for a look at what part of the state it is at any given week.

While at events, the

tour’s brand ambassadors interact with the public with an interactive game and informational materials

designed to educate voters about the ID requirements for voting in person and by mail in Texas.

PUBLIC NOTICE Board of Adjustments

The City of Honey Grove

Tuesday, October 11, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. in Lyday Hall at the Hall Voyer Library, 540 N. 6th Street, Honey Grove, the Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing and consider the following:

Consider and take action on a Variance request by Tamesha Finney, to move an existing mobile home from 506 Pacific to 904 Pacific. 904 Pacific Street is in a Single Family 2 District and will require a variance to be moved.

Honey Grove City Council will meet Tuesday, October 11, 2022 immediately following the Board of Adjustments meeting, at the same location to consider this request and the recommendations of the Board of Adjustments.

Interested parties are encouraged to attend. If you have questions concerning this matter, please contact the City Secretary at 903-378-3033.

voter registration application, you can visit www.votetexas.

gov and click on ‘Am I

Registered?’ to check your registration status.

Through the My Voter Portal, you can:

Check your voter registration status;

View a list of Election Day and Early Voting poll locations;

View your registration information, including your Voter Unique Identifier (VUID);

Start a new voter registration application;

Update your registration information; or

Track your ballot by mail, if you are eligible to vote by mail

5. Voter List Maintenance

The Texas Secretary of State’s office follows state and federal law in ensuring the voter rolls in each of Texas’ 254 counties stay up-to-date and accurate, and that ineligible voters are removed from the rolls.

For example, an average of between 10-15 thousand deceased voter registration records are removed from the voter rolls statewide each month in Texas. Texas counties report monthly cancellation numbers to our office, which show how many registrations were cancelled, and for what reason.

Because Texans move often, tens of thousands of duplicate

registrations are cancelled each month. This ensures that no person is registered at more than one address, in more than one county, or in more than one state.

Voter registrations can also be cancelled when a voter is found to be:

Serving time for a felony conviction; A non-U.S. citizen; or Declared mentally incompetent.

For more information on voter registration in Texas, visit www.votetexas.gov/registerto-vote.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING TO DISCUSS SAM RAYBURN ISD’S State Financial Accountability Rating

Sam Rayburn ISD will hold A public meeting at 6:30 PM, OCTOBER, 20, 2022 In the SAFE ROOM, 9363 E FM 273, IVANHOE, TX 75447.

The purpose of this meeting is to discuss Sam Rayburn ISD’s rating on the state’s financial accountability system.

PUBLIC

Notice is hereby given to all interested parties that FANNIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT has issued an RFQ (Request for Qualifications) Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for the Fannin County Justice Center Remodel. RFQ#22-0920

Specifications may be obtained from: Shonda Magness

PUBLIC NOTICE

Voter ID Requirements in Texas

Press Release- Under Texas law, you can present one of the seven acceptable forms of photo ID at the polls when voting in person. If you do not possess and cannot reason ably obtain one of the seven approved forms of photo ID, you may fill out a Reason able Impediment Declaration (RID) (PDF) at the polls and present an alternative form of

ID, such as a utility bill, bank statement, government check, or your voter registration cer tificate that you receive in the mail.

The seven forms of ap proved photo ID are:

• Texas Driver License is sued by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)

• Texas Election Identi fication Certificate issued by

NOTICE OF APPLICATION

Legal Global Solutions Inc. has applied for a Wholesaler Permit for the wholesale and distribution of distilled spirits and wine at 108 E. Hayes Street, Savoy, TX 75479. President – Abie Ogbemudia

Fannin County will be auctioning one vehicle previously owned by the Sheriff Department with the Rene Bates Auction House. The Auction will commence on or about October 10, 2022 until October 24, 2022. 2017 Ford Explorer (190,000 mi)

PUBLIC NOTICE

DPS

• Texas Personal Identifi cation Card issued by DPS

• Texas Handgun License issued by DPS

• United States Military Identification Card containing the person’s photograph

• United States Citizen ship Certificate containing the person’s photograph

• United States Passport (book or card)

With the exception of the U.S. Citizenship Certificate, which does not expire, for voters aged 18-69, the accept able form of photo identifica tion may be expired up to four years. For voters aged 70 or older, the acceptable form of photo identification may be expired for any length of time if the identification is other wise valid.

• copy or original of a gov ernment document that shows the voter’s name and an ad dress, including the voter’s voter registration certificate;

• copy of or original cur rent utility bill;

• copy of or original bank statement;

• copy of or original gov ernment check;

• copy of or original pay check; or

• copy of or original of (a) a certified domestic (from a U.S. state or territory) birth certificate or (b) a document confirming birth admissible in a court of law which es tablishes the voter’s identity (which may include a foreign birth document).

Fannin County Purchasing Office 101 E. Sam Rayburn Dr. Suite 313 Bonham, TX 75418 smagness@fanninco.net

Notice is hereby given to all interested parties that FANNIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT has issued an RFQ (Request for Qualifications) Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for the Fannin County Justice Center Remodel. RFQ#22-0920

Specifications may be obtained from: Shonda Magness

All Submittals are due by October 18, 2022 at 1:30 PM

Fannin County Purchasing Office

101 E. Sam Rayburn Dr. Suite 313 Bonham, TX 75418 smagness@fanninco.net

The RFQ will also be posted at www.co.fannin.tx.us and www.txsmartbuy.com

Fannin County Commissioner Court reserves the right to reject any and all responses.

All Submittals are due by October 18, 2022 at 1:30 PM

The RFQ will also be posted at www.co.fannin.tx.us and www.txsmartbuy.com

Appraisal Review Board Members Needed

Fannin County Commissioner Court reserves the right to reject any and all responses.

The Fannin Central Appraisal District is seeking Appraisal Review Board (ARB) members from qualified property owners of Fannin County for the upcoming 2023-2024 term. The ARB serves a vital role in ensuring the property owners of Fannin County have an impartial citizen panel to hear their property value disputes. If you are interested in serving on the ARB, please visit the appraisal district’s website www.fannincad.org/arb-panel-members/ the district’s office or your taxing unit’s administrative offices to review the selection policy and qualification criteria, and to complete an applicant questionnaire. To be considered, completed questionnaires must be received by November 1, 2022. Mail completed questionnaires to Fannin Central Appraisal District, Attn: Taxpayer Liaison Officer 831 W. State Hwy. 56 Bonham, TX 75418.

Fannin County will be auctioning one vehicle previously owned by the Sheriff Department with the Rene Bates Auction House. The Auction will commence on or about October 10, 2022 until October 24, 2022. 2017 Ford Explorer (190,000 mi)

9/27/22

PUBLIC NOTICE

Workforce Solutions Texoma is soliciting quotes for Texas Rising Star Assessors and Mentors. Workforce Solutions Texoma serves the Texoma Workforce Development Area consisting of the following counties: Cooke, Fannin and Grayson.

Quotes will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. CST, Monday, October 10, 2022. Quote specifications may be obtained at the website www.workforcesolutionstexoma. com/wfst/news-and-events/, email to Julie.craig@ wfstexoma.org, or at the offices of Workforce Solutions Texoma at 2415 S.Austin Ave., Suite 107, Denison, TX, 75020.

Workforce Solutions Texoma reserves the right to accept or reject any or all quotes received as a result of this request, or to negotiate with all qualified proposers, or to cancel in part or in its entirety this RFQ, if it is in the best interest of WST.

You can present one of sup porting forms of ID if you do not not possess and can not reasonably obtain one of the seven acceptable forms of photo ID, including:

After presenting one of the forms of supporting ID listed above, you must execute a Reasonable Impediment Dec laration (RID) (PDF), which is made available at each poll ing place.

ID Requirements for Voting by Mail in Texas

Press Release - To vote by mail in Texas, you must be:

• 65 years of age or older on Election Day;

• Sick or disabled;

• Expecting to give birth within three weeks before or after Election Day;

• Absent from the county of registration during the Early Voting period and on Election Day;

• Civilly committed under Chapter 841 of the Texas Health and Safety Code; OR

• Confined in jail, but otherwise eligible.

You can get a formal application for a ballot by mail (ABBM) by:

• Downloading an application for a ballot by mail here (PDF);

• Requesting an application from the Texas Secretary of State’s office; or

• Requesting an application from your county’s Early Vot ing Clerk

9/27/22

Workforce Solutions Texoma is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Individuals with speech and/or hearing impairments may call 711 for assistance. 100% Federally Funded.

LEGAL NOTICE

9/27/22

Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Mixed Beverage Permit by Butterfly Cafe, LLC dba Butterfly Cafe, to be located at 119 E 5th ST., STE A, Bonham, Fannin, Texas. Officers of said corporation Owners are Maricela Coral, a managing member.

LEGAL NOTICE

AT&T Mobility, LLC is proposing to construct a 160-foot tall monopole telecommunications support structure at 2149 County Road 2600, Ivanhoe, Fannin County, Texas (N33° 41’ 29.5”; W96° 08’ 4.7”). This tower is anticipated to utilize FAA Style-E lighting.

AT&T Mobility, LLC invites comments from any interested party on the impact the proposed undertaking may have on any districts, sites, buildings, structures, or objects significant in American history, archaeology, engineering, or culture that are listed or determined eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. Comments may be sent to Environmental Corporation of America, ATTN: Annamarie Howell, 1375 Union Hill Industrial Court, Suite A, Alpharetta, GA 30004 or via email to publicnotice@eca-usa. com. Ms. Howell can be reached at (770) 667-2040 x 405 during normal business hours. Comments must be received within 30 days of the date of this notice.

In addition, any interested party may also request further environmental review of the proposed action under the FCC’s National Environmental Policy Act rules, 47 CFR §1.1307, by notifying the FCC of the specific reasons that the action may have a significant impact on the quality of the human environment. This request must only raise environmental concerns and can be filed online using the FCC pleadings system at www. fcc.gov or mailed to FCC Requests for Environmental Review, Attn: Ramon Williams, 445 12th Street SW, Washington, DC 20554 within 30 days of the date that notice of this proposed action is published on the FCC’s website. Refer to File No. A1222728 when submitting the request and to view the specific information about the proposed action. 22-003465 JJG

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FISHING

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Week of September 28, 2022

Cooper FAIR. Water lightly stained; 78 degrees. Fishing is simi lar while we wait on the fall weather. Catfish are good on noodles. White bass fair chasing bait balls over the lake with jigs, small spoons, anything flashy. Crappie are slow on main lake brush piles and standing timber with jigs and minnows. Bass are fair along grass ledges and standing timber with crankbaits. Lavon GOOD. Water lightly stained; 80 degrees; 5.55 feet low. Fishing patterns are similar, but may change after the forecasted cold front. White bass are good on one ounce white or chartreuse slabs on structure in 10-20 feet of water. Swimbaits will work when they are up on top, but there has been little surface activity recently. Crappie fishing is best after 10 A.M. on structure in 10-18 feet of water with minnows and jigs. Fish are holding 12-14 feet down, with the larger fish hugging the bottom next to structure. Fork GOOD. Water Stained; 78 degrees; 6.30 feet low. The bass bite has been slow with most of the bass suspended in 18 feet of wa ter and around bait. Strike King XD 5 in shad patterns are working ok as well as under spins. Fish seem to be in 12-14 feet over 18 feett. Some shallow fish on points with flukes and shaky heads 2-5 feet of water early in the day. Texas rigs with a blue deck 7 inch power worm along tree lines and at the edges of the drop in 5-7 feet are ok. Ray Roberts GOOD; Water is clear; 80 degrees; 1.96 feet below. Fishing patterns are similar this week. Limits of white bass fishing slabs on the bottom of schools in 40 feet of water. Blue catfish are mixed in with whites. Crappie are fair 15-25 feet of water with min nows in brush piles. Bass are fair on shad patterned topwaters early, and green pumpkin soft plastics in deeper water after the early bite finishes.

Tawakoni GOOD. Water lightly stained; 80 degrees; 3.67 feet low. Lake Tawakoni continues to fish well as the summer pattern comes to an end. Each week the fish become more active as the water temperatures decline. Hybrid stripers and white bass have become active on the lake in several different areas, sometimes feeding un der birds and other times feeding deep where we are catching them throwing spoons and slabs. Best depth has been between 12-24 feet. Crappie are picking up as the water temperatures continue to cool off.

Texoma EXCELLENT. Water stained; 80 degrees; 2.17 feet be low. The fall fishing pattern is on the way as the water is cooling off, bigger fish are moving into the shallows and birds are work ing. Sand bass are on shallow flats in less than 15 feet of water biting topwaters in the morning. Striped bass are good catching the bigger fish shallow in 2-4 feet of water on topwaters, then moving out to 40-50 feet of water fishing with slabs for box fish. Report by John Blasingame, Adventure Texoma Outdoors. Striped bass are excellent on live shad fishing 48-60 feet of water. The topwater bite is very hit-and-miss along sandy points and flats. Largemouth and smallmouth bass are fair on soft plastics and crawfish colored crankbaits in 5-15 feet of water.

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Game Warden Field Notes

Mother Knows Best

Over the Memorial Day week end, game wardens conducting water safety patrols were sent videos of a male jumping off a red and white boat, harassing and capturing a Canada Goose. Despite efforts to locate the boat and the individuals involved, wardens were unable to track them down. Two months later while conducting a water safety check on a different boat, the

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2022 at 9:00 am,

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same wardens who initially received the videos noticed several of the occupants on the vessel wearing identical hats to those in the video. One of the Wardens humorously asked about the hats and if they knew the individual who had caught the goose in the video. The occupants con firmed they knew him and af firmed their knowledge of the “goose video”. They pointed to a male in the back of the boat and identified him as the “goose capturer”. The War dens asked the identified male to join them on their boat for further questioning. The male admitted he was the one in the video and said his mom had warned him that he was going to get into trouble. He added, “I should’ve listened to my mom!” Wardens explained to the individual the defini tion of “Hunt,” according to Texas law is “To capture, trap, take or kill, or any attempts thereof.” Accordingly, the in dividual was issued a citation for “Hunting Canada Geese in a Closed Season.” He was also issued a written warning for “Hunting Canada Geese by Illegal Means and Methods.” The goose survived.

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HELEN

Mrs. Helen Ratledge passed away at home in Whitewright, Texas, on September 6, 2022 at the age of 85. She was born on January 13, 1937, in a farmhouse near Madelia, Minnesota to William and Ruth Siemens. She became a registered nurse at Methodist Kahler in association with the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, before becoming an anesthetist at Baylor Hospital in Dallas.

She spent her early anesthetist career working part-time and rearing their children. She also served as coordinator and teacher of the children’s worship program at the Gaston Avenue Baptist Church and then at the First Baptist Church at Urbandale in Dallas. She also was the teacher of missionary stories at many different Vacation Bible Schools. After retiring in 2003, she served as a speaker for Stonecroft Ministries in the upper Midwest, and later in Texas and Louisiana. She also taught women’s Bible classes in Minnesota and Texas.

She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Wilbert Ratledge; their son Philip and wife Christine, with their daughters Jenna and Elise; daughter Rebekah and husband Ronnie, with their daughters Maria and Mia; a sister, Majorie Geary, and two nephews.

A memorial service will be held at First Baptist Church, 710 N Center St, Bonham, TX, at 10:30 A.M. on October 22, 2022.

LINDA SUE (BIGGS) MONK

Linda Sue (Biggs) Monk of Ivanhoe, Texas passed away peacefully on September 27, 2022 after a long battle with cancer. She was born on October 16, 1946 in Dallas, Texas to James and Billie Biggs. She attended South Oak Cliff High School. Linda married her childhood sweetheart Norman Monk on March 21, 1963 and they enjoyed 59 years together before his death in May.

Together, they had four children of their own: Norma Partridge of Dodd City, Wendee and James McLaren of Austin, Amber and Jason Parker of El Paso, and daughter-in-law Mandy Monk of Forney. Their additional son, Daniel Grey, joined the family in 2004.

Linda spent years working in the general public and then worked as a data input operator for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Bonham for 10 years. She then returned to the world of academia in 1987 and graduated from Texas A&M with a Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Education and English with a minor in Political Science. She went on to earn her Master’s Degree from Southeastern Oklahoma State University in Educational Administration.

Linda went to teach at B. McDaniel Middle School in Denison as a special education teacher. After that, she became a high school English teacher at Sam Rayburn ISD where she enjoyed many students before her retirement from education. She then served 12 years as a trustee for the Sam Rayburn School Board.

She was an active member of the Ivanhoe Church of Christ where she enjoyed studying the perfect word of God. Linda was also a participant of the Fannin County Republican party where she enjoyed engaging in local, state, and national politics in the hopes of saving our country from liberals and progressives.

As a lifelong Dallas Cowboys fan, she thoroughly enjoyed the last two weeks where the Cowboys earned victories after fourth quarter comebacks; however, we are sure she would be disappointed later in the season as all fans have been for the last 20 years with mediocre finishes.

She leaves a huge whole in the hearts of all who loved and knew her but especially as the matriarch of the Monk family. She leaves behind her three daughters, bonus son and daughter-in-law. She also leaves 14 grandchildren: Miranda Embree, Jessica Huff, JoeDavid Huff, Crissette Campbell, Kendee Long, Caydan Copeland, Kelbey Long, Jayde Brannum, Jerry Parker, Hope Parker, Peyton Parker, Gentry Parker, Kelsea Monk, James Chris Monk, Jr., and McKenna Monk. She also leaves 15 greatgrandchildren: DavidDaniel Roskowske, Aisley Embree, Lochlan Embree, Raynee Peterson, Jett Peterson, Nox Peterson, Tuff Campbell, Brek Campbell, Casen and Cambry Copeland, Leviticus Long, Layne Parker, Noah Parker and Arya Parker. She also has 2 great-great- grandchildren: Zaylie and Zaiden Roskowske. She also leaves her two sisters: Sandy and Steve Smith of Dallas and Cyndy and Paul Teas of Waco as well as too many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends to mention.

Linda was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years Norman and her parents JE and Billie Biggs of Dallas, her son James (Red) Monk of Forney and grandson Atticus James Parker. Services were held at CooperSorrells at 2022 N. Center, Bonham, Texas on Friday, September 30, 2022 at 11:00 am. The family received guests from 6:00-8:00 on Thursday. Interment was at Lamasco Cemetery and was officiated by Brother Mike Dickison of Ivanhoe Church of Christ.

Pallbearers were Jerry Parker, JoeDavid Huff, JC Monk, Jr., Peyton Parker, Jett Peterson, DavidDaniel Roskowske and Jeff Ernst. Honorary pallbearers were Lee Skinner, Larry Gardner, brothers-in-law Steve Smith, Paul Teas, Dale Penn and Mark Poteet.

Linda’s final request was to please make sure she did not vote Democrat in the upcoming November elections.

To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www. coopersorrells.com.

OBITUARIES

Robert Allen Ball, 74, of Honey Grove, Texas

passed away on Monday, September 26th at Brentwood Terrace in Paris, Texas following a brief illness. Robert was born on July 30, 1948, in Bonham, Texas to Leonard F. Ball and Dorothy Loyd (Moore) Ball. He spent nearly four years in the United States Navy where he was stationed in Scotland. He was honorably discharged on February 11, 1970. He had several jobs before he started his career in the funeral business.

Robert was hired by Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home in Bonham, Texas in 1971 where he met the love of his life. He married Delaine Sorrells (Ball) on January 14, 1972, at which time Robert attended Dallas Institute of Mortuary Science and became a licensed Funeral Director/ Mortician. He later became the manager of Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home in Honey Grove, Texas. After forty years, he retired in 2014.

Robert and Delaine were blessed with three children. They had a daughter, Dava Elaine Ball, that passed away in 1975. After Dava’s death, they were blessed with two sons, Travis, and Landon Ball. He loved to watch his kids and grandkids play sports, and never missed a game or practice.

Robert is survived by his wife of fifty years, Delaine, two sons, Travis Ball and wife Amy of Paris, Texas, and Landon Ball of Honey Grove, Texas. Three grandchildren, Kaleb, Kelsea, and Kennedi Ball of Paris, Texas, that adored their Pop. One brother, Gene Ball of Highland Village, Texas and one sister, Debbie Bush and husband, Danny, of Ector, Texas. Several aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.

Robert is preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Dorothy Ball, daughter, Dava Elaine Ball, brothers, Larry Ball and Max Ball, and one sister-in-law, Sandi Ball.

There will be a memorial service for Robert on Thursday, September 29th at the Cooper-Sorrells Chapel in Honey Grove, Texas at 2:00. Brother Ronnie Ball, Brother Terry Paul Cunningham, and Mr. Nolan Butler officiated. The family received friends at 1:00 pm prior to the service at the chapel.

Our family would like to thank everyone at Brentwood Terrace and Dr. Ganguly. A special thanks to Robert’s Hospice nurse, April Brumley and all the nurses at On-Call Healthcare.

To convey condolences online please visit www.coopersorrells.com

MARY ALICE TALLEY

Memorial Services for Mary Talley, age 89 years, of Bonham, Texas were held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, September 30, 2022 at Wise Funeral Home Chapel, Brother Ed Long officiated. Mary passed away Friday, September 23, 2022.

Mary Alice Talley was born October 6, 1933, the daughter John Nichols and Ruby Jayne Nichols. She enjoyed interior decorating and gardening. She did anything that she set her mind to and did it well. Her family was her world, she would do anything for her children and grandchildren. She was of the Baptist faith. Mary is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 41 years Bill Talley, brothers; Danny Nichols, Paul Nichols, Wayne Nichols, sisters; Mildred, Fernon “Tiny,” and Elizabeth Hackler.

Mary is survived by Sons; Tim Porter of Bonham, Texas, Terry Porter of Nevada, Texas, daughters; Traci Price (Mike) of Leonard, Texas, Julie Mason (Scott) of Maine, 8 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren, along with her family at North Star Ranch Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Online guest register at www.wisefuneralhome.come

GARRY EDWIN ANDERSON

A celebration of life for Garry Edwin Anderson was held on Saturday, October 1st, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. at 7th and Main Baptist Church, 617 N Main St. Bonham Tx 75418. Pastor Cody Nelson officiated the service under the direction of Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home. Family visitation was held before the service at 1:00 p.m.

Garry passed away on Tuesday September 20, 2022, peacefully at home surrounded by those he loved. Mr. Anderson was born in Bonham, Tx on December 14, 1946, to the late C.M. and Helen Anderson. He attended school in Randolph Tx and later graduated from Bonham High School. Shortly after graduation, he was called to duty by the U.S. Army. After being honorably discharged from the Army, he returned to his hometown where he met and married the love of his life, Linda Snow Anderson. He was a proud member of the Bonham community and enjoyed his time working at the Southwest Pump and later retiring from the Bonham V.A. Hospital.

Garry was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and friend who loved spending his time with those close to him. He will forever be remembered for his love of giving and of course his comical and sarcastic personality. He was always playing practical jokes on his coworkers, friends, and family and would always leave you with a smile. Mr. Anderson enjoyed his time on the family farm, ensuring the landscape was kept tidy and that the animals were well fed. He always had a project to keep him busy and those passing by on the highway would drop in when the shop doors were open. Over the last three years he also enjoyed making memories with his dearly loved friend, Carolyn. We all know he loved his family and friends, but his other two loves were his 1982 Stingray Corvette and John Deere Tractor.

He is preceded in death by his wife Linda Snow Anderson, parents C.M. and Helen Anderson, and sister Barbara Atchley. Garry is survived by son and daughter-in-law Anthony and Brandi Anderson, son and daughter-in-law Aaron and Herica Anderson, grandchildren Kalee and Dustin Robinson, Lexi and Noah Kirk, Ethan and Alex Samora, Savana Anderson, Rylee Anderson, Cody Anderson, Kayson Anderson, great grandchild Cooper Robinson, numerous nieces, nephews, and those who he considered a part of the family.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Randolph Lindsey Cemetery P O Box 233 Randolph Tx 75475.

Arrangements are under the direction of Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home Bonham, Texas.

To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www. coopersorrells.com.

BILLY

EARL BLANTON

Bonham- Graveside services for Billy Earl Blanton, 86, of Ivanhoe, TX were held at 2:00 pm on Monday, September 26, 2022 at the Duplex Cemetery. Pastor Marty Hutchins officiated. Pallbearers were Ben Smith, Johnny Bingham, Bobby Gaddis.

JOYCE ANN CAMPBELL DENTON

Joyce Ann Campbell Denton passed away on July 8, 2017, at age 84 from complications due to a stroke. Joyce was born August 18th, 1929 in Ringtown, Pennsylvania to Clarence Emery Wood Campbell and Anna Ellen Lindenmuth Campbell. Clarence and Anna had nine children, 6 daughters and 3 sons. Joyce was raised in a very religious german luthern home. All have now passed on. Two children were born to Joyce. A daughter Marla Annette, born in Phoenix Arizona whom she gave up for adoption in August of 1953 and a son James Scott Thomas who was born May 1st, 1955 in Hershey Pennsylvania. Joyce was a registered nurse by profession and raised Jim as a single mother in California, after she and Albert dissolved their marriage.

Joyce’s father passed away from lung cancer at the age of 47. Because Joyce’s mother Anna had never worked outside the home, had never learned to drive a car, and still had a young son to raise, Anna went to work at a foundling school in Hershey Pennsylvania where she did odd jobs and where Joyce’s brother Robert would be cared for. Joyce and her sister Joan decided to make the trip together to Hershey Pennsylvania to bring back their mother Anna and little brother Robert. Anna spent the rest of her life in California living with both Joyce and her sister Joan. Anna was a great help to Joyce while she was raising Jim alone and working full time in the 50’s and 60’s. Anna passed away in the 1970’s from complications during surgery.

Joyce eventually married the man who lived next door to her where she lived in Simi Valley California, Jack Denton, and they ended up moving to Jack’s beloved Texas where he was born and raised. Jim moved with them and always remained close to his mother.

Billy was born on December 15, 1935 to parents, Roy Wheat Blanton and Stella Lavon Calloway Blanton. In his younger workdays, he worked with his dad and granddad in the concrete business. He later worked as farm labor and raised cattle until his health forced him to retire. He loved watching the Texas Rangers and Dallas Cowboys on tv and gardening.

Billy is survived by sister, Laura Norris of Ravenna, Sister Mary (Melvin Sr.) Littrell of Sulphur Springs; brother, Bennie Ray Blanton of Ravenna; nieces, Anita (Bobby) Gaddis, and Marion (Ronnie) Long; nephews, Robert (Kathy) Blanton, James Randol (Donna) Blanton, Melvin Jr. (Missy) Littrell, Tracy(Camiel) Littrell; grandnieces and grandnephews, Connie (Gaddis) Mancil, Corrie Gaddis, Elizabeth Blanton, James Blanton and Josh Blanton, in addition to numerous great nieces, great nephews, and extended family and friends.

He is preceded in death by parents, infant brother, William Harold Blanton, brother and sister-in-law, James Roy and Ann Blanton, nephew, Shannon Littrell and great niece, Cassandra (Gaddis) Cavaliere.

No formal visitation is scheduled.

The family would like to express their gratitude and thank Heart to Heart Hospice for the excellent care they provided to Billy during this time.

To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www. coopersorrells.com.

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Suicide Prevention Awareness Month: Cohen Veterans Network Calls on Americans to Step Up Against Veteran Suicide

CVN Survey: Nearly onethird (29%) of Americans believe asking someone if they are thinking about taking their own life may make them more likely to kill themselves

Stamford, CT, September 8, 2022 - Veteran suicide is a complex issue. There is no single cause or solution. However, there are steps that can be taken to further suicide prevention efforts.

As September marks Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, Cohen Veterans Network (CVN), a not-for-profit philanthropic organization that serves post-9/11 veterans, service members and their families through a nationwide system of mental health clinics, is calling on all Americans to step up against veteran suicide by learning the warning signs of someone at risk, understanding what to say and do in support of someone who may be struggling and knowing the resources available for those experiencing a mental health crisis. The network has developed a webpage dedicated to these actions that anyone can utilize in support of suicide prevention.

In 2019, the veteran suicide rate was 31.6 per 100,000, nearly twice the rate of nonveteran US adults (16.8 per 100,000), according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ 2021 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report. The report also found that in 2019 there was an average of 17.2 veteran suicides per day. That equates to 6,261 veteran suicide deaths in 2019, 399 fewer than in 2018.

“We owe it to our nation’s veterans to do all that we can in support of their mental health and well-being,” said Cohen Veterans Network President and CEO Dr. Anthony Hassan. “That includes being proactive when it comes to suicide prevention: become familiar with suicide warning signs, learn what to do and how to approach a loved one that you might be concerned about, and familiarize yourself with the resources available to help manage a crisis scenario. These small steps could have a considerable impact on a veteran’s life.”

CVN’s call to action comes after the organization

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revealed findings from its America’s Mental Health Suicide Prevention Pulse Survey last year. The survey, which looked at Americans’ general knowledge of suicide prevention, discovered a number of strong misconceptions about the topic. Among its key findings:

• Nearly half (45%) of Americans believe that most suicides happen suddenly, without warning or ‘’on a whim.’’

• FACT: Most people who attempt to kill themselves will display warning signs. Recognizing the signs could help prevent suicide. Warning signs include, talking about wanting to die or wanting to kill themselves, withdrawing from family and friends, giving away important possessions, putting affairs in order, such as making a will and more.

• Nearly one-third (29%) of Americans believe asking someone if they are thinking about taking their own life may make them more likely to kill themselves.

• FACT: Talking about suicide can provide relief to someone experiencing suicidal thoughts knowing that someone cares, wants to listen, and is there to help. “Asking about suicidal thoughts or feelings won’t push someone into doing something self-destructive. In fact, offering an opportunity to talk about feelings may reduce the risk of acting on suicidal feelings,” according

to the Mayo Clinic.

“Early intervention is critically important when it comes to suicide prevention,” said Hassan. “That’s why access to care remains a top priority of Cohen Veterans Network. When a military community member raises their hand asking for support, our Cohen Clinics are ready to help.”

Since its inception in April 2016, CVN has provided mental health services to over 42,000 clients. Care is available to post-9/11 veterans, service members and military family members through the network’s 22

Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinics across the country. Clients are treated for a wide variety of mental health challenges including PTSD, depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, anger, grief and loss, family issues, transition challenges, relationship problems, and children’s behavioral problems. Treatment is available in person or via CVN Telehealth, face-to-face video therapy.

For more on how to step up against veteran suicide, log onto cohenveteransnetwork. org/suicideprevention.

FANNIN COUNTY EMPLOYMENT NOTICE

JOB TITLE: Full time Clerk

OFFICE: Environmental Development SALARY: $27,040.00

BENEFITS: Vacation, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, Retirement, Health, Dental and Life insurance VALUES: Professionalism, Integrity, Courtesy, and Community REQUIREMENTS: General office duties – heavy data entry, filing, answer phone, run reports, assist clients with permit applications. Knowledge of Microsoft office. Multitasker with good people skills. Handle fee payments and receipts. Pass a background check. Knowledge of the OSSF industry a plus.

HOURS: 40 hours per week

*For a complete list of duties and/or requirements, please contact the County Auditor’s Office at 903583-7451

APPLICATIONS: May be picked up and dropped off at the Fannin County Environmental Development Office, 1203 E. Sam Rayburn Dr., East Annex, Bonham, TX. Monday-Friday 8AM – 5PM. They may also be downloaded from our website at: http://www.co.fannin. tx.us/ and emailed to clhaggard@fanninco.net

OBITUARIES

CHARLENE (DALE) HARDY

Bonham-Charlene (Dale) Hardy, age 83, was born on May 1, 1939 in Bonham, TX to Charles Raymond Dale and Gertrude Novella (Sutton) Dale; she passed away on Saturday, September 24, 2022 during her stay at the Bee Hive Homes of Frisco.

Charlene married Jimmy Neal Hardy on December 28, 1963 in Bonham, TX. She taught at I W Evans for 20 plus years before retiring; she loved teaching.

Charlene loved many things including the Pink Ladies at the hospital, traveling, puzzles and watching game shows, but most of all she loved her family and spending time with them.

Charlene was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, she is of the Methodist faith.

She is survived by husband, Jimmy Neal Hardy of the home; son, Brian Hardy of Ivanhoe; daughter, Theresa Davidson and husband Lance of Frisco; grandson, Lane Hardy of Ivanhoe; twin sister, Maurine Bankston of Bonham; sister-in-law, Billye Lyles of Ivanhoe, in addition to numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends.

Charlene is preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Gertrude Dale, sisters Margaret Shepherd, Ina Lee Smith and Susie Powell, and daughter-in-law, Debra Hardy.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 27, 2022 at CooperSorrells Funeral Home Bonham, TX from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.

Graveside services will be at 11:00am on Wednesday, September 28, 2022 at Duplex Cemetery. Pastor Mickey Lyles will officiate. Serving as pallbearers will be Mark Bankston, Justin Bankston, Charlie Powell, Joe Lyles, Lane Hardy, and Lance Davidson.

To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www. coopersorrells.com.

JAMES SCOTT THOMAS

James Scott Thomas was born May 1, 1955 in Hershey Pennsylvania to Joyce Ann Campbell and Albert Thomas. Jim’s parents separated when he was still a baby with Joyce moving with him to California where several of her brothers and sisters lived. Jim never knew nor met his father. Jim had fond memories of going to his Aunt Joan’s home in Palm Springs for Holidays and family gatherings. He really enjoyed being with his cousins. Jim remembers his grandmother Anna living with him and his mother, he said more than once what a wonderful cook she was. She was also very strict and he said that he never crossed his grandma. Jim didn’t like school much. He thought it a complete waste of his time. Instead of graduating from high school Jim secured employment in the construction field as a heavy equipment operator. In subsequent years, Jim suffered a back injury that caused him to live on disability for the rest of his life. He loved growing up in California! He loved the ocean and the mountains. He loved to hike and fish and enjoyed nature. He was an avid reader always interested in the ‘why’ and ‘how’ of everything. Jim was also reclusive, in that he felt extremely uncomfortable around others and especially in crowds. This made even simple things like attending Church, shopping or even going to the Bank difficult for him. Jim liked to hide behind a ruff exterior, but underneath he had a soft heart. Jim passed away on Friday, May 13th, 2022.

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Playing With Numbers: “Vicious” defense, RPO offensive helping young, deep HG succeed under new HFC

By Rich Hilliard

HONEY GROVE -- Ex

plosive offense the last three games -- 141 total points -equated Class 2A-I Honey Grove overwhelming oppo nents.

It helped the Warriors (31) reach the start of District 9-2A-I football -- already having one more win than during all of last season.

However, don’t overlook how few points Honey Grove has also simultaneously al lowed -- only six -- during the winning streak.

“Our defense is vicious,” said first-year Honey Grove head football coach Shane Fletcher, who was hired by the school district in March.

“We fly to the ball,” he said. “We can run -- and are vi cious when we get there.

“We forced seven three-andouts last game and allowed five first downs the last two games -- three of the first downs came on penalties.”

Fletcher brought in a former colleague -- Larry McFarlin -- to coach the Warriors’ de fense.

He most recently worked in 2004 on McFarlin’s staff when the latter was the head coach at Bonham.

“[Coach Mac] has done a heck of a job on defense,” said Fletcher.

“I think (Coach) Mac has made it more understandable what we want to do on de fense than in the past,” said senior Peter Krahn, a middle linebacker and fullback. “We

are better ready to line up right; that helps us stop op ponents.”

Said Fletcher: “I tell (Mac): You stop them; I’ll try to go score.”

“We’ve spread it out, done RPO (run-pass option) and throw sideways on bubbles.

[The players] have had a ball!,” said Fletcher. “We still make mistakes -- a couple go ing in motion -- but we are getting better.”

Ryelan Morris, a freshman quarterback and wide out, has noticed the different of fensive approach Fletcher has brought from Leonard to Honey Grove, which last made the playoffs in 2019.

(Fletcher turned the Tigers

during his 17 years at Leonard into a postsea son regular -- 11 trips during the last 13 sea sons.)

“It has changed com pletely,” said Morris. “In junior high, we ran 90 percent of the time. Now it’s RPO; so we throw a lot more.

“I just look for the best option,” said Morris. “I’m comfortable pass ing, too.

“The first few games were nerve racking ... [Now] I feel I fit good with the team. I feel re spected.”

Morris equates part of an underclassmen-domi nated high school football program for the Warriors, who had 44 in attendance on the first day of work outs on Aug. 1. Honey Grove counts only eight seniors amongst its numbers.

“I think we are doing pretty good. I have a lot of confi dence,” said senior Mayson Woodard, a right guard and nose tackle.

“We have shown to have a lot more speed than last year,” said Woodard. “We work with more intensity and get prepared better.”

“We’ve kept it simple,” said Fletcher of how Honey Grove has adjusted to the changes his arrival has brought.

“We are young, but athlet ic,” he said.

“We have a lot of depth -that helps us.”

District 11-3A volleyball reaches midpoint

Photo by Rich Hilliard

By Rich Hilliard

September and the first half of District 11-3A volleyball ended with Bonham and Leon ard needing better second halves if either or both are to reach the postseason.

Bonham hosted Leonard on Sept. 30, with the winner earn ing only its second district win of the 2022 season.

Each earlier garnered a dis trict win over Howe during the first half of play.

Both Fannin County teams last reached the volleyball postseason in 2019.

Elsewhere, Sam Rayburn and Trenton started 11-2A play on Sept. 27 with losses. The two faced off Sept. 30 in Ivanhoe.

District 19-1A play begins this month for Ector, Savoy and Dodd City (19-10).

The Lady Hornets ranked at No. 7 in the Class 1A poll on Sept. 29 by the Texas Girls Coaches Association.

District XC meets set October equates district cross country meets for Fannin County schools.

Trenton will on Monday, Oct. 10, host and participate in the 14-2A event which will also include Honey Grove and Sam Rayburn.

Wednesday, Oct. 12, will in clude meets for 11-3A (Bon ham and Leonard) and 23-1A (Dodd City, Ector, Fannindel and Savoy).

New Honey Grove head football coach Shane Fletcher celebrates a pass breakup by his Warriors on Aug. 12 during a home football scrimmage.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Leonard head volleyball coach Sarah Fielden speaks with the Lady Tigers on Aug. 5 during scrimmage action.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Bonham head coach Emily Vanderburg speaks during a timeout with the Lady Warriors on Aug. 9.