Bonham Chamber. There is no admission fee to simply come shop at the center. There are still a few vendor spots available for the event. Vendor information and registration is available on the center’s website. Sweets Online AuctionNew this year, the center will be hosting an online bake sale, dubbed the Sweets Online Auction on Thursday, Dec 5. Bidding on homemade pies, cakes, cookies and other holiday treats will start online at 10 am and end at 5:30 pm. The center is still accepting donations of baked goods. The bidding link will be posted on the center’s website and Facebook page. Pancakes with Santa –tickets are on sale now for the Pancakes with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Come enjoy an all-you-can-eat pancake and sausage brunch and take photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Early bird ticket prices are good through noon on Dec 12.
Quorum established and began the council meeting at 5:30 p.m.
1. Consider and take action to approve the minutes of the October 14th regular meeting: A motion to approve was made by Councilman Wayne Moore, seconded by Councilman Kevin Hayes and the motion passed.
2. Consider and take action to accept the financial
report for the month ending October 31, 2024: Director of Administrative Services, Sarah Osburn referred the council to the report provided to them before explaining the new sales tax chart and noting that the October/November sales tax averaged at 6.5%.
With the city budgeting for a 7% increase, she noted the budget is on track. A motion to approve was made by Wayne Moore with Councilman Ernie Quintana seconding the motion which passed.
3. Citizens Opportunity to Speak: {The City Council invites people with comments or observations to briefly address the Council for the limited purpose of determining whether the matter should be referred to staff for study and response and/or be placed on a future meeting agenda. Local practice limits comments to three (3) minutes or less. State law prohibits the City Council from considering deliberations on any item not listed on the posted City Council Agenda.]: Local Dentist Jerry Hopson spoke to inform the public of a charitable dental event by the Texas Dental Association Smiles Founda-
tion and the Texas Mission of Mercy that will occur in Bonham at the Multipurpose Complex Center, April 11 & 12, 2025. He noted it will be a forty-chair event with at least 60+ dentists and dental personnel participating and further advised local volunteers will be needed to assist with the event. The two pre-screening dates for the event will be Friday, March 21, 2025, and April 4, 2025. Councilman John Burnett added that the Kiwanis Club has volunteered to do the parking and any wishing to assist with that are greatly welcomed. Bonham resident Bill Harnett spoke to commend Bonham’s Public Works Department and especially the employee of that department that corrected a city line leakage problem at the corner of S. 4th St. and Smith St. that had been ongoing for 12 years.
4. Presentation of plaque to Employee of the Quarter: Ms. Osburn announced the Employee of the Quarter for the fourth quarter of 2024 is Permit Technician Jennifer Driewer. She noted Ms. Driewer has been an instrumental part of making improvements to the Planning & Development Department a success with her positive can-do attitude and is an asset to her department.
5. Consider and take action to appoint the Associate Judge in waiting as the full-time City of Bonham Municipal Court Judge: City Manager Sean Pate explained how former Councilman Michael Evans had previously been appointed to fill in as the Judge in waiting for outgoing Judge Skotnik who recently won the position of Fannin County District Attorney. He noted the need to officially appoint Mr. Evans as full-time City of Bonham Municipal Court Judge to be effective on the date Judge Skotnik delivers his notice of resignation to move to the DA’s office. Councilman John Burnett made the motion to appoint Michael Evans with Ernie Quintana seconding the motion which passed.
6. Consider and take action to approve the purchase of a VAC-CON 3-yard combination machine: Ms. Osburn spoke on this for the Director of Public Works Lance Capehart and advised this equipment had been budgeted at $410,000 and had come in at $409,000 and is a much-needed piece of equipment. After some discussion about the need for this with Bonham’s sewer lines, a motion was made by Ernie Quintana to approve with Kevin Hayes seconding the motion which passed.
7. Consider and take action to approve a resolution regarding a finance agreement for the purpose of financing the purchase of a VAC-CON 3-yard combination machine: A motion to approve was made by Ernie Quintana, seconded by Kevin Hayes and passed.
8. Consider and take action to award a bid for Elevated Ground Storage Tanks Rehabilitation Project HEI #158078: PE Tyler Creamer, Principal/Project Manager with Hayter Engineering, detailed the bid process for this project where thirteen bids were received with Tankez Coatings having submitted the lowest bid. He noted their bid was approximately a little over $1.1 million dollars and voiced his confidence in the company.
Ross Altobelli Bonham's Director of Community Development, Jennifer Driewer, Permit Technician, H L Compton, City of Bonham Mayor.
Photo by Rose Schwartz
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I hope you will give these a try! ENJOY!!!
Please send me your favorite or unique recipes to Fannin County Leader at 224 N. Main St. Bonham, TX 75418 or email me: fclweesie@gmail.com
To make frosting: In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, butter, vanilla and powdered sugar until just mixed. Frost when the brownies are cool. Cut into squares and serve.
beat the eggs, add in the sugar and butter and mix well. Add the pumpkin and vanilla and mix. Add the flour and spices and mix well. Spread in a 9 x 13 greased pan. Bake for 25-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool.
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Early bird tickets are $10 for kids ages 12 & under and $15 for adults and youth ages 13 and up. After 12:00 noon on Dec 12, the prices will increase to $15 for kids and $20 for adults. There will also be a special Family Pack price for up to four people at the early bird rate of $35 and the at the door price will be $50. Art Show – the center currently has an art show dubbed “Earth, Wind, Fire and Water” on display until the end of November. The Community Ofrenda for Dia de los Muertos is also currently on display in the main gallery. The public is welcome to come and visit anytime the center is open. Free admission. The next call for artwork is for the December show with the theme of Sweets, Spirits and Sparkles as well as Artist Choice. Artwork for the December show is due Dec 3. Opening reception for the December show will be on Thursday, Dec 5, come and go from 4-6 pm. All are welcome to come and see the new artwork, meet the artists and enjoy some light refreshments.
Art Classes – The Center continues to have a wide variety of art classes scheduled for all ages. A Kids Paint Party with Jaye will be held on Nov 23. Printmaking Workshops with Stephanie Anderson will be held on Nov 26 and Dec 12. The Junk Journal Club will meet on Dec 3 with guest speaker Cassidy Barber. Christmas Crafting classes for children and youth will be held on Dec 3 & 10 and for adults on Dec
10. Brush and Brunch with Jaye includes both a painting class and lunch on Dec
13. Laura Lackey from Bonham Floral will be teaching a Christmas floral class on Dec 16. Suncatcher Workshop with Michelle Haynes will be held on Dec 21. Additional details and registration can be found on the center’s website.
Other Classes – There will be a Belly Dance Workshop on Nov 23 from 10 am to noon. The center also offers weekly yoga classes. Kristi Dunbar teaches yoga on Tuesdays at 6 pm and Domanique Allen teaches chair yoga on Wednesdays at 1 pm. Classes are $10 each for members and $15 each for non-members.
Friendsgiving - The center will be hosting a Friendsgiving Potluck dinner on Friday, Nov. 22 from 6-8 pm. There will be a brief
Reader’s Theatre performance before the dinner and fellowship time begins. The center ask for folks to contact them by phone at (903) 640-2196 or email at Director@CreativeArtsCenterBonham.org to let them know how many are coming and what dish you are bringing. Holiday parties – the center is booking holiday painting parties. If your business, church, friend group or other organization would like to schedule their own private paint party, contact the center soon to discuss your plans. Prices start at $20 per person for kids and $30 per person for adults, with a minimum of 10 people. The Art Center’s normal hours of operation are Tuesday – Friday from 10 am to 5 pm and Saturdays from 10 am to noon. The Center will be closed Nov 27-29 for Thanksgiving and will be open on Small Business Saturday, Nov 30 from 10 am to noon. Be sure to remember the center’s art gallery and gift shop when doing your holiday shopping. The center will offer free gift wrapping with a purchase from the center during the week of Dec 17-21. Guests are also welcome to bring in up to 5 items to be gift wrapped for a donation to the center during the same week. The Creative Arts Center is a nonprofit organization with a mission of supporting the arts in Fannin County. They are located at 200 W 5th in downtown Bonham. Get more info by calling (903) 6402196 or going to www.CreativeArtsCenterBonham.org.
a record of significant events (such as those affecting a nation or institution) often including an explanation of their causes.
“A generation which ignores history has no past and no future.” Robert Heinlein, American author
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History, noun : Jones Mill Community
In the 1840’s, New Jersey natives John W. and Tamson (Tamezine) Finley Jones settled in Fannin County, joining them later, other family members included sons who had served as missionaries to the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations. The Jones’ Mill Community arose around the family’s flour mill and cotton gin. Four decades later, the Self brothers built a mill, and the population shifted and became known as the Selfs Community. Eventually, Honey Grove became the predominant area settlement. Over the years, many from Jones’ Mill contributed to development of churches and other institutions in Honey Grove. Today, the Jones’ Mill Community is represented by its historic cemetery (1/4 mi. E.) with grave markers dating to 1850.
Location: 11 miles north of Honey Grove on FM 100, north of intersection with CR 2800 at the Selfs Community.
Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
FM 2645, from FM 898 to FM 1753. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway to an overall width of 26 feet. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
FM 274, from SH 78 to FM 1753. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway to an overall width of 26 feet. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
SH 121 overpass at US 69. The SH 121 overpass at US 69 is closed to thru traffic while crews perform bridge repairs. All traffic will be required to take the exit for US 69 and then will be able to take the next entrance ramp back onto SH 121. A temporary signal is in place to control traffic on SH 121 and US 69 during this closure. Motorists should expect delays as signals control traffic through the construction zone.
CR 4020 at Caney Creek. CR 4020 at Caney Creek is closed to through traffic to allow for replacement of the bridge. During the closure traffic is asked to use CR 4025 as a detour.
FM 68, from SH 78 to FM 271. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway to an overall width of 28 feet. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
SH 78, from US 82 to the Oklahoma State line. Watch for daytime shoulder closures and occasional daytime lane closures as workers install sloped-end treatments on drainage structures and replace bridge rail and guardrail.
FM 100, from SH 56 to FM 2216. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway.
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“Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.” Oscar Wilde
FC Commissioners Court – FC Election Stats/County Employees Banquet
By Rose Schwartz
Tuesday, November 12, 2024, Fannin County Judge Newt Cunningham, called to
order at 8:52 a.m., a Special Meeting of the Fannin County Commissioners Court. Quorum was established with County Judge and all County
Commissioners present.
2. Hear comments regarding Special Exception application to reduce road frontage requirement from 100’ to 0’ and allow for a 30’ access easement instead: 1 acre lot on CR 2745 in Windom, Property ID# 84517: Judge Cunningham asked if there were any present wishing to speak on this. There were none.
3. Adjourn: Meeting adjourned at 8:53 a.m.
On the same day at 9:00 a.m., Judge Cunningham called to order the Regular Meeting of the Fannin County Commissioners Court. After Judge Cunningham noted that Quorum was established, Pastor Cary Kinnaird of the Corinth Baptist Church in Ravenna, led the Invocation. Pledges were led by Major James Manis, Retired.
4. Introductions: Judge Cunningham welcomed and commended Commissioner
Elect of Precinct 1, Troy Waggoner, for his frequent attendance in court.
5. Public Forum: FC Clerk, Jen Garner, gave an update of final statistics related to the recent election. She advised the official canvas would be next week but noted today that there were 16,432 voters who participated in the election with 12,000 of them having voted early.
ROUTINE ITEMS:
6. Approve payment of bills – County Auditor: FC Auditor Alicia Whipple noted bills were $304,845.86 with payroll being $409,939.27. Commissioner Magness made the motion to approve payment with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed.
7. Approve minutes from 11/07/2023 (R), 02/06/2024 (R), 02/13/2024 (R), 02/20/2024 (R), 07/02/2024 (R) and 11/05/2024 (R) –County Clerk: A motion
to approve the minutes was made by Commissioner Magness with Commissioner McQueen seconding the motion which passed.
8. Report of monies collected by the Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 office for October 2024; $16,372.10 – County Judge (for JP 1): Informational only.
9. Report of monies collected by the Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 office for October 2024; $5,140.10 –County Judge (for JP 2): Informational only.
10. Report of monies collected by the Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 office for October 2024; $5,574.17 –County Judge (for JP 3): Informational only
11. Report of monies collected by the District Clerk’s office for October 2024; $23,171.51 – County Judge (for District Clerk): Informational only.
DISCUSSION, CONSIDERATION
AND ACTION ITEMS:
12. Action regarding the Bois d’Arc Lake Zoning Commission’s recommendation of a Special Exception application to reduce road frontage from 100’ to 0’ and allow for a 30’ access easement instead; 1 acre lot on CR 2745 in Windom, Property ID# 84517 – County Judge: This was passed on.
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13. Approve preliminary plat for Bridgewater Subdivision; 53 one or more acre lots on 80.99 acres on CR 2945 in Dodd City, Property ID# 75376 – Development Service Director: FC Development Services Director, Di Hopkins, detailed how this preliminary plat had been approved by Hayter Engineering. She also noted all requirements for approval had been met and offered her recommendation that the plat be approved. Commissioner Kopf made the motion to approve with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed. 14. Approve Employee Banquet being held on December 23, 2024 at the Multipurpose Complex from 12pm – 2pm and to allow county offices to close after the banquet – Tax AssessorCollector: FC District Clerk, April Gibbs, (in absence of FC Tax-Assessor-Collector Amber Sutherland), gave an update on the employee banquet that will be held on December 23, 2024 at the FC Multi-Purpose Complex (at no charge to the county by the City of Bonham). She noted there will be tokens of appreciation given to employees at the event and 7th & Main Baptist Church will be preparing the brisket meal. The county is being asked to pay for the cost of the food to be prepared that is estimated to be approximately $2,100. A motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve with Commissioner McQueen seconding the motion which passed.
15. Approve adding three additional licenses for iCrimeFighter software for the District Attorney’s office at a one-time cost of $500 per license – Purchasing Agent: FC Purchasing Agent Julie Criswell explained how this involved the replacement of Document Logistics software and noted the need for 3 additional licenses. A discussion ensued involving the cost which resulted in District Attorney Richard Glaser offering his department to cover the cost. No action needed.
16. Approve Interlocal Agreement for Road Maintenance between Fannin County and the Town of Ravenna – Commissioner Precinct 1: Commissioner McQueen explained how the last agreement involving this was made in 2016 and needed the update created by Attorney Andy Garner. A motion was made by Commissioner McQueen to approve with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed. 17. Approve County paying for razor wire for the South Annex Jail to be reimbursed by LaSalle/BAS Construction; $64,711.68 plus any tax – County Judge: Judge Cunningham explained how Constantine wire was required for this and how LaSalle Construction did not have the authority to directly purchase it, thereby necessitating Fannin County to make the initial purchase which will be fully reimbursed to the county by LaSalle afterwards. A motion to approve was made by Commissioner Magness with Commissioner McQueen seconding the motion which passed.
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The Ranch is located at 487 CR 2105 Ivanhoe, TX. 75447. Call 903-227-7969 for more information! • Dec. 13th Christmas Drive Through
I have noticed through the years that church signs often will say the name of the church, then have below it the words, “meets here.”
When I see this, I always say in my spirit, “yes and amen.”
This building is not Calvary Baptist Church. Calvary Baptist Church “meets here.”
This building is bricks and
mortar. It becomes a holy space when God’s people, the church, meets here for worship, Bible study, and fellowship.
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In our journey through Hebrews, we have been learning that God’s sanctuary is in our hearts. Hebrews 9:14,” But Christ came as High Priest of the good things to come, with the greater and more perfect tabernacle not made with hands, that is, not
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of this creation.” Again, our hearts are the “more perfect tabernacle,” where God lives!
Amen!
The church will gather, with Jesus in our hearts, to magnify and exalt His Holy Name. May we, the Body of Christ, all worship in spirit and truth on every glorious Lord’s Day!
Yours for Broken Chains, Lyn and Lissa
Sunday Morning Re-wind
“We Have A Lot To Be Thankful For”
Hello everyone! The Bible tells us in Isaiah 12:5, “Sing unto the Lord; for he hath done excellent things: this is known in all the earth.” The reason that we worship the Lord is to declare our love for Him, and to show Him that we are truly thankful for His faithfulness. The blessings that we receive are gifts from God, and we should not worry about tomorrow because we know that He will provide for us. John 3:16 reminds us that He loves us so much, that He gave His only begotten Son to die on the cross upon Mount Calvary, as a sacrifice for our sins, so that we could receive the gift of salvation through Him, and that we could be reunited with Him eternally when this life is over. We ought to be truly thankful for the gift of salvation, and also the many blessings that the Lord has bestowed upon us. If you have not received this precious gift of salvation, I pray that today will be the day that you do.
me, I’ve a good place to sleep. There’s food on my table, and shoes on my feet. You gave me your love, Lord, and a fine family. Thank you, Lord, for your blessings on me.”
Every year around Thanksgiving, I can’t help but remember a classic song that was written by James Easter and his 2 brothers.
“There’s a roof up above
If you are looking for a good church home, we invite you to come visit us, and be part of our church family and worship at Central Baptist Church. Visitors are our honored guests, and we hope to see you this coming Sunday!
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The Validity Of Prayer
By Mike Dickison
Minister for the Ivanhoe Church of Christ
Prayer is an essential part of Christianity. God’s people have always prayed to their creator. From Adam to Noah, Abraham to David, and Solomon to Christ and to present time, those that fear and love God have prayed. In these last days, in which the last will and testament is in affect by the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ, there are rules and regulations to prayer. Prayers are to be directed to the “Father which art in heaven” according to Jesus (Matthew 6:9). Prayers are also to be by “the name of thy holy child Jesus” (Acts 4:30).
Prayers are NOT to be asked in doubt. Sometimes we hear people pray in this unlawful manner; “God, if you are real, and if you can hear, please answer this prayer if you can.” This is a doubting prayer. James tells us that “If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him. But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed. For let not that man think that he shall receive any thing of the Lord. A double minded man is unstable in all his ways” (James 1:5-8). James refers to the doubting
prayer-leader as a “double minded man” (James 1:8). James gives further instructions to the double minded man by writing, “Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts ye double minded” (James 4:8). Prayers are to be offered in faith. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego said, “Our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and he will deliver us out of thine hand, O king” (Daniel 3:17). When we come to God in prayer we must “believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him” (Hebrews 11:6). Jesus said, “ye believe in God, believe also in me” (John 14:1). The apostles were told by the Lord, “all things, whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive” (Matthew 21:22). We understand that FAITH is essential for Prayer. Prayers are to be offered with confidence. James told some brethren that “ye have not, because ye ask not” (James 4:2). Jesus told the multitude to “Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you” (Matthew 7:7). We need to be confident that God will answer prayers. The desired result of prayers is not to get want we want. James wrote concerning prayers that
“Ye ask, and receive not, because ye ask amiss, that ye may consume it upon your lusts” (James 4:3). The desired result of prayer is “that the Father may be glorified in the Son” (John 14:13).
Prayers are to be offer by those who are obedient to God. “He that doeth righteousness is righteous, even as he is righteous” (1 John 3:7).
Remember that “the effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much” (James 5:16). John helps us to know that we must live and pray according to the will of God. “And this is the confidence that we have in him, that, if we ask any thing according to his will, he heareth us: And if we know that he hear us, whatsoever we ask, we know that we have the petitions that we desired of him” (1 John 5:14-15).
Let us pray the way God would have us to, understanding the validity of prayer. And “Pray without ceasing” (1 Thessalonians 5:17).
Honey Grove Cowboy Church 3050 Hwy 100 North Honey Grove, TX
Leonard First Assembly of God, 108 Pecan Leonard, Texas 469-450-9777
Allen’s Point Baptist Church 310 CR 2775 Honey Grove, TX 75446 903378-7038
Bailey Bible Baptist Church
205 Leslie Bailey, Texas 75413
Bethlehem Baptist Church “The House of Bread” 1415 Franklin Avenue, Bonham, TX 7541 Office: 903-583-8061
Bois D’Arc Creek Cowboy Church Hwy 121 & Edhube Road 903-583-1671
Boyd Baptist Church 3707 St. Hwy. 78 N Bonham, Texas Phone (903) 583-7288
Calvary Baptist Church 913 S. 5th St Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-3910
Central Baptist Church (Fundmental, Independent) 709 Union Ave. Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 505-4124
Ivanhoe Baptist Church 4063 NO.FM 273 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 (903)583-2359
Lamasco Baptist Church 346 CR 2615 Telephone, Texas 75488
Corinth Baptist Church 277 CR 1150 N. of Bonham on Highway 78 903 583 2750
Dial Baptist Church 16816 FM 1550 Honey Grove, TX 75446 903-378-7070 Duplex Baptist Church 313 CR 2102 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-664-3175
Edhube Baptist Church 595 FM 2815 Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-2840
Elwood Baptist Intersection of CR 2125 and CR 2544 near Ivanhoe, Texas
Faith Independent Baptist Church 12676 W Hwy 82 Savoy, Tx 75479 903-965-5517
First Baptist Church of Bailey PO Box 221 Bailey, Texas 75413 (903) 583-0732
First Baptist Church of Bonham 710 N. Center Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-0732
First Baptist Church of Dodd City PO Box 47 Dodd City, Texas 75438-0047 (903)583-4465
First Baptist Church of Honey Grove PO Box 124 Honey Grove, Texas 75446 (903)378-2768
First Baptist Church of Ladonia 301 East Main Ladonia, Texas 75449-100 (903)367-7038
First Baptist Church of Leonard 100 East Thomas St. [PO Box 1146] Leonard, TX 75452 (903) 587-2250
First Baptist Church of Pecan Gap PO Box 100 Pecan Gap, Texas 75469 (903)359-6683
First Baptist Church of Randolph PO Box 14 Randolph, Texas 75475 (903)583-6900
First Baptist Church of Savoy .O. Box 177 Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) 965-4160
First Baptist Church of Trenton PO Box 157 Trenton, Texas 75490 (903)989-2319
First Fannin Baptist Hispanic Church Rt. 4 Box 10 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-5727
Gober Baptist Church P.O. Box 82 Wolfe City, Texas 75496 (903) 583-2378
Grace Reformed Baptist Church 2800 10th St Honey Grove TX gracerbcbonham.com
Little Bethel Baptist Church PO Box 63 Ladonia, Texas 75449 Phone (903)367-7708
Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Rt 1 Box 101B, PO Box 73, Ladonia, Texas 75449 Phone (903)367-7009
New Home Baptist Church 1300 N Maple St. Bonham 903-583-4509
Joyful Light Baptist Church 4695 FM 2645 Savoy, TX 75418 903-436-5440
Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 1409 W. Market St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 (615) 448-8802
New Zion Baptist Church 627 County Road 1265 Bonham, TX 75418 903-961-2027
Pilgram Rest Baptist Church 703 Agusta St. Trenton, Texas
Ravenna Baptist Church 100 Elm Street Ravenna, Texas 75476
Rising Son Cowboy Church 1526 CR 2010 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-640-3377
Sandy Baptist Church Ravenna, Texas 75476 (903) 583-9546
Seventh & Main Baptist Church 617 N. Main Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-8679
Sovereign Grace Baptist Church 601 S. 4th St. Bonham, TX 469-207-1141
Telephone Baptist Church located on FM 273 in Telephone Office phone: 903-664-2377
Primera Iglesia Baustia Hispana 1134 FM 273 Bonham, Texas 75418 903-583-5727
Trinity Baptist Church 219 W. Denison Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-3388
Valley Creek Baptist Church 3615 FM 896, Leonard, TX 75452 903-587-2386
Westside Baptist Church 912 W. Commerce St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 903-249-2987
Windom Baptist Church 203 1st Street Windom, TX 75492 (903) 623-2215
Wild Horse Creek Cowboy Church 2992
2285 Telephone, Texas 75488 903-486-1630
Fannin County
A motion to approve was made by John Burnett with Ernie Quintana seconding the motion which passed.
9. Consider and take action on a resolution by the City Council of the City of Bonham, Texas designating authorized signatories for contractual documents and documents for requesting funds pertaining to the Community Development Block Grant – Mitigation (CDBG-MIT) Resilient Communities Program: Ms. Osburn explained how this was involving a $300,000 grant that requires no matching dollar amount and why these signatories are needed. A motion to approve was made by Ernie Quintana with Kevin Hayes seconding the motion which passed.
10. Consider and take ac-
tion on a Resolution accepting a Petition to create the Powder Creek Ranch Public Improvement District and setting a Public Hearing under Section 372.009 of the Texas Local Code for December 9, 2024: Executive Director of BEDCO, Joey Grisham explained how this is involving a PID, (an economic development tool) and what the process is and how a hearing for December 9, 2024 has been set to discuss the creation of the PID. He further noted this involves the 366.313-acre development owned by the Kirkpatrick family in partnership with Martin Sanchez and the Sanchez Group. After a discussion ensued about this mixed-use development, a motion was made by John Burnett to approve and set the public hearing for 12/9/2024. Ernie Quintana seconded the motion which passed.
11. First Reading of a Res-
olution approving a loan agreement between the Bonham Economic Development Corporation and Government Capital Corporation to finance land acquisition: Mayor Compton explained how this reading was needed to be in compliance with the law.
12. Second Reading of a Resolution approving a loan agreement between the Bonham Economic Development Corporation and Government Capital Corporation to finance land acquisition: Similar to agenda item 11.
13. Consider and take action on a Resolution approving a loan agreement between the Bonham Economic Development Corporation and Government Capital Corporation to finance land acquisition: Mr. Grisham noted this is involving the contract process on the purchase of the 119.4
acreage east of the Multipurpose facility, from the county. He noted the price of this acquisition for additional industrial property for future industry is just over $1.725 million and why the council needs to approve this action. The contract is expected to be closed-on sometime in December of 2024. After some discussion a motion was made by Councilman Allen Sanderson to approve with Ernie Quintana seconding the motion which passed.
14. Hold public hearing and consider and take action on an ordinance to rezone 4.3 acre located at the southeast corner of Katy Boulevard and E. 6th Street from General Business District (B) to Planned Development Duplex Residential Dwelling District (PD-D) property ID# 77232: Bonham’s Planning & Development Director Ross Altobelli explained how this is involv-
ing a planned development for 19 duplex lots and will affect 14 of the 19 lots for an 85’ lot depth modification instead of the 100’ lot depth currently zoned. Mayor Compton called the public hearing to order at 5:53 p.m. during which time a request was made by Bonham resident Ann Cherry that the housing units be painted different colors instead of one uniform color to avoid an industrial look for the neighborhood. The property owner stated he would be happy to accommodate the request. The hearing concluded at 5:55 p.m. Mr. Pate read the ordinance after which a motion to approve was made by John Burnett, seconded by Councilman Timothy LaVergne II and passed.
15. Hold public hearing and consider and take action on an ordinance amending Article Ordinances to provide for child
safety zone and amend definitions and prohibited conduct: Ms. Osburn explained how this came up due to an issue at the Bonham Library and detailed how this adds for a child safety zone to cause sex offenders to steer clear from where children gather. This will cover areas like the fair, parks, etc. She noted it also redefines loitering for registered sex offenders in child safety zones. Mayor Compton called the hearing to order at 5:57 p.m. A discussion ensued about “where children gather” and possible litigation ensuing with
Gardening in November
Provided by: Texas Master Gardeners
Plant: Ryegrass can still be over-seeded if you haven’t gotten around to it already. Ryegrass can also be planted around new construction to stabilize the soil until time to sod in the spring. Go ahead and remove those tender annuals even if they still look okay and plant winter annuals. For sun plant pansies, violas, calendula, stocks, snapdragons, dianthus, and ornamental kale and cabbage. For shade consider cyclamen and primula. Continue dividing and replanting perennials such as daisies, iris, coneflowers and day lilies. Finish planting most of your spring bulbs this month. Remember, hybrid tulips and hyacinths go in a paper or net bag (or nylon stockings) in the vegetable drawer in the refrigerator until late December or early January. Don’t place apples, pears, or other fruit in the drawer with the bulbs. Close proximity to fruit may cause the bulbs to bloom abnormally. November and
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16. Consider and take action to approve an engagement letter between the City of Bonham and Nichols Jackson for legal services: Ms. Osburn explained how this involves City Attorney Christina Tillett transitioning to 336th District Judge in January and noted that after reviewing and interviewing interested parties to replace Attorney Tillet, the committee handling this decision felt comfortable about the selection of the Nichols & Jackson Law Firm with Courtney Goodman Morris being the lead attorney. After some discussion a motion to approve was made by Wayne Moore, seconded by Kevin Hayes and passed.
17. Discussion regarding a possible name change for the Fannin County Multipurpose Complex: John Burnett suggested the facility name be changed to “The Multipurpose Complex.” Ms. Osburn suggested the name change be phased in as there are
December are good months to plant trees. Fertilize: Fescue and ryegrass with a high-quality high-nitrogen fertilizer early in the month. Water deeply after applying. Fertilize winter vegetables and pansies with a high-nitrogen water soluble food. Feed houseplants monthly. Get Ready: Our first average freeze date is Nov. 15, but that first freeze could come earlier. Be ready to bring tender tropicals indoors. If you have a winter garden of greens, you may want to plan how you are going to protect these plants during those brief belowfreezing spells this winter so you don’t have any “down time” while the plants recover from the freeze. Frost cloth draped over hoops made of flex tubing or PVC pipe works well. Anchor the cloth to keep it in place in case of stiff breezes. Eliminate grass and weeds from new garden spaces by spraying with a glyphosate only herbicide early in the month.
Check: Clean and sharpen pruners and clippers.
several online searches under ‘Fannin County Multi-Purpose Complex.’
Discussion ensued with the consensus reached that there was no rush to change the name but that a new name could gradually be phased in.
No action taken.
18. Consider and take action to amend the City of Bonham personnel policy to adopt a Prohibited Technologies Policy prohibiting certain information technology as provided in Chapter 620 of the Texas Government Code: Ms. Osburn noted
Replace damaged blades. Clean and disinfect other gardening tools as you finish using them.
Garden Tip: After the asparagus foliage turns golden, cut back to about 5”.
Use shredded leaves as mulch or add to compost. Amend your garden soil now. You can apply unfinished compost, shredded leaves, vegetable trimmings, etc to your garden plot and fork it in lightly. This allows the material to compost completely before time to plant. Composting material can use up the available nitrogen, creating a less fertile soil for a time. This is why it is important to amend the soil well in advance of planting. A sprinkle of an organic source of nitrogen, such as blood meal, poultry manure, or alfalfa meal will help the compost break down faster. Once the bed is prepared, add a layer of mulch to keep the weeds out. Submit questions to the Extension office at 9035983-7453 or email to fanninmastergardener@ gmail.com.
that in December of 2022, Governor Abbott mandated that “tik-tok” and any other Chinese subsidiary of tiktok be banned by state departments and further mandated that Texas cities by November of 2024 adopt a similar policy. She concluded by noting the paperwork on this has been submitted to the state and that the city will not have a tik-tok page. A motion to accept was made by Ernie Quintana, seconded by Wayne Moore and passed. 19. Adjourn: The meeting adjourned at 6:06 p.m.
I am collecting PJ's of all sizes, toiletries, books, puzzles, socks, word search puzzles, blankets and etc. to be delivered to local rest home residents for Christmas. Please remember that not every resident gets visitors. No amount is too small! I will be collecting items until the end of November. I can also shop for you if that is easier! Please contact me thru Facebook messenger or use this QR Code.
plastic container. Typical portion size per person is 4-5 ounces. Each container serves 4-6 guests. $15 per container. Heat in microwave.
Large Size Aluminum Half Pan - Packed in 128-ounce container. Typical portion size per person is 4-5 ounces. Each container serves 25-32 guests. $75 per container. Heat in oven.
Southern Style Green Beans - prepared with hickory smoked slab bacon, herbs, black pepper, garlic, and sautéed onions.
Green Bean Casserole - Green beans with southern homemade mushroom and herb sauce, topped with fried onions.
Southern Cornbread Dressing - Cornbread cooked with sautéed onions, celery, sage, thyme, rosemary, and chicken stock.
Yankee Stuffing - Italian bread cooked with sauteed onions, celery, herbs, chicken stock, and chestnuts.
Sweet Potato Casserole - Roasted sweet potatoes, whipped with butter, brown sugar, honey, and autumn spices, topped with toasted marshmallows.
Dill Potato Salad - Red potato quarters with dill, mayo, spices, sour cream, stone ground mustard, and celery.
Whipped Garlic Roasted Yukon Potatoes - Roasted Yukon potatoes whipped with garlic, cream, and seasonings.
Louisiana Corn Maque Choux - Corn with sauteed bell peppers, tomatoes, and Creole seasoning.
Broccoli Rice Casserole - Sautéed broccoli and onioins with long grain rice and house-made cheddar cheese sauce, topped with shredded cheddar cheese.
Turkey Herb Velouté Gravy - Tasty herb Holiday gravy, just like your grandparents made, but without all the weird stuff!
Honey Dill Roasted Baby Carrots - Tender baby carrots roasted with honey and dill.
Broccoli
Smoked
Panzanella
Lady Hornets in seventh v'ball RQF in last decade
By Rich Hilliard
Dodd City lost to Neches, 25-22, 2523, 25-16, on Nov. 11 at Edgewood High School in a Region III-1A volleyball quarterfinal. It equated the Lady Hornets' seventh advance at least to the regional quarterfinals in volleyball in the last decade and third consecutive. In the area round on Nov. 7, Dodd City (26-12) topped Oakwood, 3-1.
The postseason advance for the Lady Hornets, who had a bi-district bye after going undefeated in District 21-1A, equated their 30th in the last 35 years.
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HG, LT, Fannindel reach '24 football postseason
By Rich Hilliard
District 9-2A-I champion Honey Grove led three Fannin County teams which qualified for the 2024 football playoffs. The Warriors (9-1, 6-0) won
By Rich Hilliard
Leonard's Gabe Barton earned a first-team academic all-state selection in boys' cross country from the Texas High School Coaches Association to lead five senior athletes from Fannin County high schools honored so far during the 2024-25 athletics year.
their first district title in football since 2012, en route to their third-straight postseason.
Class 3A-II Leonard (6-4, 3-3) advanced as the fourthplace qualifier from 7-3A-II to its second-straight postseason.
Also in boys' cross country, Leonard's Abner Ramirez garnered an honorable mention, as academic allstate recipients in that sport, volleyball, team tennis and water polo were recognized.
Class 1A-II Fannindel (46, 1-1) qualified as the 101A-II runner-up, equating a
postseason return
year absence from the
man playoffs.
Academic all-state selections from other sports will be released in the coming months by THSCA.
In volleyball, Bonham's Hingrid Pedraza and Alayna Laisy joined Sam Rayburn's Tiffany Morrow in earning an academic allstate honorable mention. Besides being senior athletes, the recognition considers their additional excellence in the following categories: GPA (grade point average), class rank and ACT/SAT score.
Fannin 1A, HG, SR, LT teams favs for district hoops playoffs berths
By Rich Hilliard
Look for Fannin County's Class 1A teams to claim most of their districts' postseason berths, 2As Honey Grove and Sam Rayburn to be top two finishers and Leonard's teams also to garner advances, per the 2024-2025 Texas Association of Basketball Coaches' pre-season picks.
The prognostication foresees 12 of 18 Fannin County varsity teams -- six of the nine girls' and boys' squads -- securing district postseason berths.
Dodd City will continue its long girls' district championship streak, Savoy will be the runner-up and Ector will be the third-place qualifier in 19-1A, which is just the old 23-1A minus the
Pioneer Technology and Arts Academy of Greenville and Fate schools which moved into 2A via the February biennial realignment.
Last season, the Lady Hornets won their 12thconsecutive unblemished district title, reached a 10th-straight girls' regional basketball tournament and appeared in their first girls' regional basketball final since 2021 to complete their 14th-consecutive postseason appearance in the sport. The Lady Cardinals last season equated 23-1A's third-place qualifier and a bi-district finalist for the second-straight season -their first back-to-back trips to the playoffs since a six in a row streak ended in 2014. Last season, the Lady
Eagles finished a game out of 23-1A's fourth-and-final postseason berth.
Honey Grove will again win the district and Sam Rayburn will again be the runner-up in 14-2A girls' play, per the predictions.
Last season, the Lady Warriors won their first girls' basketball district title since 2018 and made their first area-round advance since 2020.
The Lady Rebels last season with a bi-district advance returned to the playoffs after a rare year absence.
Meanwhile, the picks had Leonard as the fourthplace qualifier in girls' 11-3A action, which has exchanged Bonham for S&S Consolidated as the former has returned to 4A.
Last season, the Lady Tigers forced a fourth-place play-in with Howe after defeating said opponent in their 11-3A finale a few days earlier. District 14-4A, which includes Bonham's girls, has been predicted to finish as follows: 1. North Lamar, 2. Sulphur Springs, 3. Paris, 4. Pittsburg.
On the boys' side, the 19-1A predictions included: 1. Dodd City, 2. Ector, 3. Fannindel.
Last season, the Hornets advanced as a district champion for the thirdstraight season -- and secondconsecutive as an undefeated titlist -- to their eighthconsecutive playoffs. Dodd City then reached its thirdstraight regional tournament.
The Eagles and Cardinals tied with PTAA-Greenville
for second place at 8-6. Ector, the second-place seed after winning a play-in with PTAA-Greenville, advanced to their ninth postseason in the last 10 years, after 2023's rare absence. Savoy, the fourth-place seed, made its first postseason trip since 2019 and only second trip -since 1984. Both lost in the bi-district round.
The Falcons also contended last season for their thirdstraight advance until the end of district play.
In 14-2A, the prognostication had two county boys' teams flipping how each will advance to the 2025 playoffs compared to last winter: 1. Sam Rayburn, 2. Honey Grove.
Last season, the Warriors in 14-2A won their first
2024 Fannin County Football Standings
district title in 11 years en route to the Region II-2A quarterfinals; the Rebels equated the runner-up and a bi-district finalist. Meanwhile, the forecast had Leonard again as the fourthplace qualifier in boys' 11-3A action. The Tigers last season returned to the playoffs after a year absence with an arearound advance -- including an upset of 12-3A champion Lone Oak in the bi-district round -- after qualifying via 11-3A's fourth-and-final postseason berth. Elsewhere, the District 144A boys' side, which includes Bonham, has been predicted as follows: 1. Paris, 2. North Lamar, 3. Sulphur Springs, 4. Texarkana Pleasant Grove.
after a rare
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Brayzar Lund (30), Gavin Watson (24), Daylon Powell (2), Kalob Runnels (5), Terren Judkins Jr. (1) and the rest of the Fannindel Falcons complete a huddle on Sept. 5 during non-district football at Robert F. Hodges Field in Savoy.
Photo by Rich Hilliard
Dodd City sophomore Kaleigh McBrayer (12) sets the ball on Aug. 27 during non-district volleyball at Dodd City. Photo by Rich Hilliard
Teresa Gail Shelton
WISE FUNERAL HOME
Bonham- Teresa Gail Shelton was born May 30, 1973, to James T (Buck) and Janetta Mae (Jagjears) Shelton in Denison, TX. Mrs. Shelton passed away November 10, 2024, in Denison, TX. Visitation was held Wednesday November 13, 2024 at Cooper Sorrells Funeral Home in Bonham, TX from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Graveside services for Teresa were held Thursday November 14, 2024, at Oak Ridge Cemetery, beginning at 11:00 AM. Mr. Curtis Adkison Sr. presided. Serving as pallbearers were Glendele Shelton, Kendele King, Lendele King, Lance Klockgether Jr., Richard Klockgether, and Larry Adams. Honorary pallbearers were CJ Adkison, Jordan Prater, Jeremy Shelton, Justin Shelton, and Jarred Shelton. Mrs. Shelton is survived by her husband Lance Frye of Bonham, TX, sons, Glendele Shelton and Serena Hayes of Bonham, TX, Kendele King and Khristian Hobbs of Savoy, TX, Lendele King and wife Jessica of Ivanhoe, TX, stepchildren, Richard Klockgether and Donaice Oakley, Lynn Adams and husband Larry, and Lance Klockgether Jr. and wife Kristen, 4 granddaughters, 16 grandsons, great-granddaughter Sophia Adams, siblings, Michael Lee Shelton and wife Kim of Windom, TX, Norman Clyde Shelton and wife Kimmie of Bonham, TX, Mychalyn Marie Wood and husband Dwayne of Price, TX, Barbara Lanetta Adkison and husband Curtis Sr. of Bonham, TX, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Shelton is preceded in death by her parents, and brother James Dwayne Shelton. Online condolences can be conveyed at www.coopersorrells.com
Tressie Evelyn Campbell
Tressie Evelyn Campbell passed away on November 4, 2024 at the age of 85 in Bonham, TX.
She was born on May 9, 1939 in McKinney, TX to John and Esther Murphy. Tressie attended school in Princeton, TX. Tressie worked as an independent contractor installing phone and data systems. She later went on to work for The Glass Slipper Bridal Salon as a seamstress. Tressie was also a talented musician playing most stringed instruments. She loved spending time with her family and friends. A celebration of life service was held from 10:00am to 12:00am on Saturday, November 16, 2024 at Wise Funeral Home in Bonham, TX.
Tressie is preceded in death by her parents, John and Esther Murphy, son, Jimmy Dale Faulkner, brothers, Rev. Lonnie Murphy, Buddy Murphy, Billy Murphy, and sister, Lou Wilson.
She is survived by daughter, Lisa Sherill (Derek), son, Shon Faulkner (Lea), grandchildren, Erik Sherill (Angel), James Decker, Jarod Brooks, Colby Faulkner (Lamisa), Aaron Faulkner (Priscilla), Rachel Sherrill, brothers, Dorsey Murphy, Joe Murphy, and sister, Sarah Knight.
Lyndell Earl VanHooser
Bonham- Lyndell Earl VanHooser was born January 22, 1947 in Ravenna, TX to William Oscar and Sarah Ledoah (McAllister) Van Hooser. Lyndell passed away November 7, 2024, in Denison, TX. Services for Mr. VanHooser were held Friday, November 15, 2024 at CooperSorrells Funeral Home Chapel in Bonham, TX, beginning at 2:00 PM. Dr. Claude (Rick) Stephens presided.
Mr. VanHooser is survived by his beloved wife Susan VanHooser of Ector, TX, children; Kelly Sullenbarger and husband David of Tyler, TX, Tony Earl Vanhooser and wife Amanda of Van, TX, grandchildren; Ashley Chryst and husband Ian of North Carolina, Codi VanHooser, Travis VanHooser, great grandchild, Marlee Wren Chryst, and several nieces and nephews.
Lyndell is preceded in death by his parents, William and Sarah VanHooser, siblings, William Eldon VanHooser, Harley VanHooser, Charles Delane VanHooser, Eula Grace Walls, Alverta Wilson, Clotine “Tennie” Florence, Freda Goar, and Maxine Dryden. Online condolences can be conveyed at www.coopersorrells.com
Sharon Kay (Peebles) Goode
Sharon Kay (Peebles) Goode was born on January 26,1949 in California, to William Marshall Peebles and Hazel Melodese (Apple) Peebles. Sharon passed from her earthly body on Friday November 8, 2024 in Baton Rouge, LA, surrounded by her loved ones. Sharon married Lonnie Gene Crunk on April 7, 1969 in Fannin county Texas. Together they had three Children and lived in OKlahoma and Texas until his passing on February 9, 1989. Sharon later married Denver Carole Goode on February 28, 1997. They lived in Lamasco, TX until his passing on June 24, 2022. Sharon then moved to Baton Rouge in January of 2024. Sharon was one tough and strong-willed lady. She worked as a CNA at Bonham Nursing Center for over 40 years. She enjoyed caring for others. Sharon loved nothing more than to have all of her family together. One of her favorite things to do was play Yahtzee for hours at a time. She enjoyed sitting at her kitchen table and visiting with others. Sharon loved to laugh and make jokes. Sharon also enjoyed going fishing and watching scary movies. Sharon loved hard and without end, she helped raise numerous children and grandchildren throughout her life. She had so many that loved her and adored her.
Sharon was survived by her children Gina and husband Greg Hancock of the home in Baton Rouge, La., Davina and husband James Agnes of Lamasco, Tx., Dwayne (Scotty) Crunk and wife Brynn of Blanco, Ok., and Christianna Sutherland of Savoy, Tx. 13 Grandchildren: Kellie and husband Carlos Perez of Tampa, FL., Jonathon Hancock and wife Brittany of Slaughter, LA Robert Hancock and wife Amber of Baton Rouge, LA., Katherine and Taylor of Blossom, TX Steven Langston and wife Mary of Chowchilla, CA., Christopher Langston and wife Samantha of Bonham, TX., Kayla and husband Tony Martinez of Chowchilla, CA., Melanie and husband Daniel Buckley of Chowcilla, CA., Zachary Crunk of South Dakota, Garrette Crunk of Honeygrove, TX., Carel, Billy and Sharon Goode all of Savoy, TX. 24 great-grandchildren. Hailey, Chloe, CJ, Emma, Jadyn, Calub, Ian, Cheyanne, Kaitlynn, Jereyme, Ashton, Rylan, Bentley, Gracie, Taylor, Avery, Anna, Chris, Daniel, Bryson, Macy, Charlie, Daniel, Destiny. As well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Sharon had a few special family members she loved dearly, Nephew Billy Brown and wife Sheena of Dodd City, TX. As well as Joey Crunk and wife Linda of Caddo Mills, TX. Sharon was preceded in death by her parents, William and Hazel Peebles; sister, Areta Brown; late husband, Lonnie Crunk; late husband, Denver Goode; niece, Shelia Turner; and greatnephew, Dakota Brown. Celebration of life will be announced at a later date.
OBITUARIES
We think of you in silence, We often speak your name, But all we have are memories, And your picture in a frame.
Orpha Mae Crain
10/15/24
Bonham - Orpha Mae Crain was born December 17, 1946, to Felix and Vivian (Stephens) Morgan. Mrs. Crain passed away on October 29, 2024, at her residence in Yucca Valley, California. Visitation for Mrs. Crain was held on Wednesday November 13, 2024, at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel, beginning at 12:00 P.M. until 1:30 P.M. Graveside services followed at Willow Wild Cemetery beginning at 2:00 P.M., with Minister Marty Hutchins presiding.
Online condolences can be conveyed at www. coopersorrells.com
Grief through the Holidays Offered by Home Hospice of Fannin County
Sherman, TX – October 28, 2019
Home Hospice of Fannin County is pleased to announce the start of our “Grief through the Holidays” Support Group starting on November 12th, 2024. This group will be specially focused on how you live with your grief during the Holidays. Each week we will work through discussing topics such as facing extended family, creating new traditions and getting through “firsts” this holiday. The group will meet in our Home Hospice Offices at 1211 E. 6th St., Suite 120, Bonham, TX 75418.
The sessions will be held on Tuesday afternoon
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18. Approve voluntary payment of $2.00 more per month on the Windom Building water bill to the Town of Windom as a donation to the Honey Grove Volunteer Fire Department (501C3) –County Auditor: After discussion ensued about how this is not being done for other fire departments, a motion was made by Commissioner Magness to deny this request with Commissioner McQueen seconding the motion which passed.
OPEN DISCUSSION ITEMS:
Open discussion items will be passed on unless discussion requested by a member of the Court or a Citizen.
19. Subdivision Committee and Subdivision Policy – County Judge: Passed on.
20. Courthouse repairs and litigation – County Judge: Judge Cunningham noted there was a push for repairs to be completed in order to avoid intentional delays.
21. Justice Center –County Judge: Judge Cunningham noted the ongoing interior work was not affected by recent rains.
22. County budget and revenue sources – County Judge: Judge Cunningham briefly commented on
from 1:00pm – 2:00pm starting November 12th and continuing to December 17th.
“Experiencing grief over the loss of a loved one can be a difficult journey” said Nancy Jackson, Group Leader.
“However, it can become overwhelming especially during the holiday season.
People are often surprised how much it impacts them emotionally, mentally and physically. There is no magic pill or quick fix for your grief, but sharing your journey with others who have experienced the loss of a loved one, can make it easier. Come and join us.”
To register for the support group, please contact Nancy
activity with the contracts dealing with the sale of 2 county properties.
23. Water issues affecting Fannin County – County Judge: Commissioner Kopf gave a brief update on the efforts for additional water and noted there would be a meeting of the FC Water Supply Agency, Thursday, November 14th at 4:00 p.m.
24. Fannin County road issues – County Judge: Judge Cunningham opined on the need to have a 5-year plan created to address the county’s road issues.
25. Solar and wind farms – County Judge: Judge Cunningham commented on how the recent election results may help to discourage the funding promoting some of these types of projects.
26. Emergency Medical Services – County Judge: After Judge Cunningham referred to a request made by Ravenna citizen Jason Walker at last week’s court, he noted a representative from Alliance will be at the court on the 3rd Tuesday of each month with a report on their company’s ambulance activities. He added that any complaints of ambulance services not being made available in the county should be reported to his office.
EXECUTIVE
SESSION(S) AND ACTION IF NEEDED: 27. 28.
Jackson at 903-868-9315. Home Hospice of Grayson, Cooke and Fannin Counties is a 501(c)(3) communitybased non-profit organization founded in 1982. Our mission is to provide the best care and support enhancing the Quality of Life of our patients and their families. To learn about other community outreach programs offered by Home Hospice, please visit www.homehospice. org or visit our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ homehospiceofgrayson.
29. Executive Session was not needed.
COMMENTS AND ADJOURN:
30. Comments by County Commissioners and County Judge: Commissioner McQueen encouraged everyone to get out and enjoy the week’s beautiful weather, noting that cold, wet weather was sure to follow soon. Commissioner Self voiced his thanks to all veterans for their service to our country as well as to the county employees who made the election run smoothly and all county employees for their service to the county. Commissioner Magness echoed the previous beautiful weather comments before thanking everyone for their attendance. Commissioner Kopf also commented on the weather before thanking everyone for their attendance and wishing all a wonderful week. Judge Cunningham commented on the conditions of the countryside after the recent rains, noting the drying effect of the wind and stating that unless there is a significant amount of rain ahead, there may be a need to once again implement a burn ban. He noted his appreciation for the decisiveness of the recent elections that prevented a lengthy wait for election results before wishing God’s blessings on all.
31. Adjourn: The meeting adjourned at 9:35 a.m.
USDA Launches Assistance Network to Support Financially
Distressed Farmers and Ranchers
Saratoga Springs, N.Y.,
Sept. 21, 2024 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is announcing the launch of the Distressed Borrowers Assistance Network, an initiative designed to provide personalized support to financially distressed farmers and ranchers across the nation. Through a series of Cooperative Agreements, this national network will connect distressed borrowers with individualized assistance to help them stabilize and regain financial footing. USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) made this announcement today at the Farm Aid Festival in Saratoga Springs, N.Y.
“I started my off-ranch career as a Farm Advocate, working hand-in-hand with other tireless farmer advocates. Having someone with experiences in ag finance help producers work through financial difficulties
can be the difference between them losing the farm or prospering,” said FSA Administrator Zach Ducheneaux. “The Distressed Borrowers Assistance Network underscores our dedication to farmers and ranchers receiving the tailored support they need. These partnerships also illustrate that USDA acknowledges the importance of these advocates and sees them as part of the solution to ensure program access for all farmers, ranchers, and producers.”
Network partners include Farm Aid, Rural Advancement Foundation International, the University of Arkansas, the Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers Policy Center at Alcorn State University, and the University of Minnesota. Through this initiative, we are collaborating with community-based
organizations to better serve financially distressed producers. Network partners will provide farm loan policy training to the communitybased organizations so the organizations can work alongside FSA to help producers understand financing available through FSA, ensuring that when they visit an FSA office, the partner organization representative and FSA staff can better assist. FSA, in collaboration with farm support organizations and land-grant institutions, will facilitate this network, which will provide the technical resources and guidance of USDA partners to experts from distressed and underserved communities. The network's approach includes integrating knowledgeable service providers to deliver one-onone support to borrowers so they can best make plans
and understand options to overcome their financial challenges.
The Distressed Borrowers Assistance Network will address the immediate needs of distressed borrowers and provide comprehensive, wraparound services aimed at addressing the unique challenges faced by financially distressed producers. Once stabilized financially, these borrowers will be better positioned to access new opportunities and continue contributing to the agricultural economy. These investments will also build a system of service providers that can better support agricultural communities for years to come. Investing in a network of agricultural financing service providers to help bridge access to FSA loans is a benefit for rural and agricultural communities.
Additional Farm Loan Programs Improvements
Fishin’ Report
TAKE A KID FISHING or Hunting!
Week of November 13, 2024
Bois d’Arc stained; 85 degrees; 3.34 feet below pool. The lake is low and fishing has slowed down a bit. The morning bite is fair around pond weed and some points. Topwater frogs and spinnerbaits are best shallow in 2-5 feet. Mid morning to mid afternoon cast Texas rigs on tree lines and road beds good in 4-12 feet. Cooper GOOD. Water stained; 75 degrees: 2.00 feet below pool. Rainfall can make fish spook easier than normal and paired with shorter days fish will continue migrating to deep water in the river channel. Hybrids are great off main lake humps and points with live shad, you can catch them vertically jigging spoons. Crappie are slow but can be caught in 3-10 feet of water on the bottom of timber with a crawdad jig. Catfish are good on the edges of the river channel in 15-20 feet of water. Lavon EXCELLENT. Water lightly stained; 78 degrees; 3.52 feet below pool. Fishing patterns are holding steady as parts of the lake are turning over. Crappie are great with 1/32-1/8 ounce jigs or minnows. Fish can still be found on shallow stumps or some kind of structure in 3-7 feet early morning until about 8:30-9:00 a.m. Then fish move out to brush piles in 15-20 feet of water to lay up for the daylight hours before they go back out hunting at night. Look for sinking logs or stumps in 4 feet of water to start the morning and any kind of hard structure out to 20 feet. Black bass are on fire fishing early mornings in 3-20 feet with the bigger sized catches in 7-15 feet with spinnerbaits.
Ray Roberts GOOD. Water slightly stained; 80 degrees; 1.15 feet below pool. White bass can be caught on live bait and slabs in 15-25 feet. Better quality and quantity can be caught with live bait. Crappie are still good in 5-20 feet on brush piles and small patches of structure with minnows. Crappie are shallow early then move deeper as the sun rises. Blue catfish can be caught drifting cut bait on flats in 20-40 feet.
Texoma GOOD. Water stained; 69 degrees; 0.28 feet below pool. Striper fishing is great on live bait throughout the day, especially the afternoon bite as the moon becomes brighter each night. Topwaters are effective early along gravel shorelines near main lake points for bigger fish, both early and late. On deep flats use live bait in 35-45 feet of water. We are seeing fish schooling well under the boats, eagerly eating live bait, so limits are possible every trip. Crappie fishing is picking up. Use jigs and small shad under dock floats and along the tops of brush piles in 6-12 feet of water. Electronics help locate active fish suspended throughout the brush. Catfishing is also improving with the inflow of water. Start looking at deeper flats near the river inlets, in 25-40 feet of water. Drift with cut shad or whole gizzard shad for bigger fish. Good numbers are still found on cut shad and prepared baits in 35-55 feet of water near river channels on the main lake points. Bass fishing will continue to improve as temperatures drop and water levels rise. Look for bass to be more active, chasing baits and making more mistakes. Try Alabama rigs with flukes and hard baits off the banks towards the middle of shallow coves and near docks in
FSA recently announced significant changes to Farm Loan Programs through the Enhancing Program Access and Delivery for Farm Loans rule. These policy changes, to take effect Sept. 25, 2024, are designed to expand opportunities for borrowers to increase profitability and be better prepared to make strategic investments in enhancing or expanding their agricultural operations.
FSA also has a significant initiative underway to streamline and automate the Farm Loan Program customer-facing business process. For the over 26,000 producers who submit a direct loan application annually, FSA has made several meaningful improvements including:
• The Loan Assistance Tool that provides customers with an interactive online, step-by-step guide to identifying the direct loan products that may fit their business needs and to understanding the application process.
• The Online Loan Application, an interactive,
guided application that is paperless and provides helpful features including an electronic signature option, the ability to attach supporting documents such as tax returns, complete a balance sheet, and build a farm operating plan.
• An online direct loan repayment feature that relieves borrowers from the necessity of calling, mailing, or visiting a local USDA Service Center to pay a loan installment.
• A simplified direct loan paper application, reduced from 29 pages to 13 pages.
• A new educational hub with farm loan resources and videos.
USDA encourages producers to reach out to their local FSA farm loan staff to ensure they fully understand the wide range of loan making and servicing options available to assist with starting, expanding, or maintaining their agricultural operation. To conduct business with FSA, producers should contact their local USDA Service Center.
Game Warden Field Notes
Little White Lies
A Tarrant County game warden was checking fishermen on Lake Grapevine when she pulled up to a boat that was drift-fishing for catfish. When she made contact, she noticed some large fish scales next to an open pocket knife. As the men searched for their fishing licenses, the warden noticed a small white bass on the floor of the boat next to one of the men’s feet. She asked the men what they were using for bait, and they pointed to a bucket of shad. The warden retrieved the white bass from the floor of the boat, and it was missing one fillet and its tail. The men were asked to reel in their lines, and two of the four lines had been
baited with the undersized white bass. The men received an education about the illegality of using game fish for bait, and citations were issued. Can I Keep Him? After receiving a call from the Travis County Sheriff’s Office, a game warden responded to a Lakeway residence shortly after midnight where the tenants possessed live white-winged dove in an oversized cage. The birds had been brought to the home three or four months ago as nestlings in order to nourish them for release. When asked why they weren’t released, one of the residents said that she had grown attached to them. A citation was issued after the release of the game birds.
NOTICE OF SALE - BONHAM ISD
STATE OF TEXAS BY VIRTUE OF AN ORDER OF SALE
FANNIN COUNTY
issued pursuant to judgment decree(s) of the District Court of Fannin County,Texas,by the Clerk of said Court on said date,in the hereinafter numbered and styled suit(s) and to me directed and delivered as Sheriff or Constable of said County,I have on 10/22/2024, seized, levied upon, and will, on Tuesday,December 3,2024,on the South Side of the Fannin County Courthouse, between the hours of 10 o’clock a.m. and 4 o’clock p.m. on said day, Bonham,TX, beginning at 10:00 AM, proceed to sell at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash in hand, all right, title and interest which the defendants in such suit(s)and to the following described real estate levied upon as the property of said defendants, the property lying and being situated in the County of Fannin and the State of Texas, to-wit:
BONHAM ISD vs. JAMMIE LYNN GYERMAN, IN REM ONLY
BONHAM ISD vs. LISA MARIE PINKSTON
TX-23-4909 7/17/2024
TX-23-4937 7/17/2024
TX-23-4944 4/17/2024
TX-23-4947
BONHAM ISD vs. IRACEMA LOPEZ ESPINOZA, ET AL.
BONHAM ISD vs. MARY SUSAN SHUTTLEWORTH AS INDEPENDENT EXECUTRIX OF THE ESTATE OF MICHAEL DEAN SPEARMAN A/K/A MIKE SPEARMAN, ET AL.
BONHAM ISD vs. HEIRS AND UNKNOWN HEIRS OF DORIS ADKISON, ET AL.
BONHAM ISD vs. HEIRS AND UNKNOWN HEIRS OF HARLOW REDDING, ET AL.
BONHAM ISD vs. RICHARD LABURDA(IN REM ONLY)
BONHAM ISD vs. FRIENDS PROPERTIES LLC, ET AL
BONHAM ISD vs. CLINT HEMBY (IN REM ONLY), ET AL.
BONHAM ISD
BEING 0.241 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, PART OF LOT 11 AND ALL OF LOT 12, BLOCK 9, FAIRVIEW ADDITION, AKA 1805 LIBERTY, CITY OF BONHAM, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS, AS RECORDED IN INSTRUMENT 2021003323 OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS, (subject to 2024 taxes).
BEING 0.1613 ACRES OF LAND, MORE OR LESS, LOT 6, BLOCK 1, BUROW ADDITION, AKA 1220 S 5TH STREET, CITY OF BONHAM, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS, AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 1635, PAGE 189 OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS, (subject to 20222024 taxes).
LOT 1, BLOCK 21, FAIRVIEW ADDITION, AKA 1650 FRANKLIN, CITY OF BONHAM, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS, AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 1507, PAGE 176 OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS, (subject to 2024 taxes).
BEING 2.62 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, OUT OF THE J N HUME SURVEY, ABSTRACT 549, AKA 404 N MAIN STREET, CITY OF BAILEY, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS, AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 922, PAGE, 162, OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS, (subject to 2024 taxes).
LOT 1, BLOCK 1, BENTON ADDITION, CITY OF BONHAM, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS, AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 775, PAGE 205, OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS. (subject to 2024 taxes).
LOT 17 & 18, BLOCK 20, FAIRVIEW ADDITION, AKA 1717 ORIENTAL STREET, CITY OF BONHAM, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS, AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 662, PAGE 897 OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS, (subject to 2024 taxes).
BEING 0.75 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, BLOCK 24, SIMPSON ADDITION, AKA 419 W 9TH, CITY OF BONHAM, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS AS RECORDED IN INSTRUMENT 2022004795 OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS AND FURTHER DESCRIBED IN VOLUME 549, PAGE 719 OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS, (subject to 2024 taxes).
BEING 40.062 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, OUT OF THE J CLARK SURVEY, ABSTRACT 176, AKA 1292 W HIGHWAY 56, CITY OF BONHAM, TEXAS, AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 1920, PAGE 66, OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS, (subject to 2024 taxes).
BEING 1.85 ACRES OF LAND, MORE OR LESS, OUT OF THE W GILBERT SURVEY, ABSTRACT 432, AKA 586 W HWY 56, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS, AS RECORDED IN INSTRUMENT 2023003232 OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS, (subject to 2024 taxes).
BEING 0.1897 ACRES, MORE OR LESS,OUT OF THE R BOGART SURVEY, ABSTRACT 63, AKA 800 EARL TURNER, CITY OF BONHAM, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 1621, PAGE 462 OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS, (subject to 2024 taxes).
$31,650.13 $7,070.77 $4,079.91
(any volume and page references, unless otherwise indicated, being to the Deed Records, Fannin County, Texas, to which instruments reference may be made for a more complete description of each respective tract) or upon the written request of said defendants or their attorney, a sufficient portion of the property described above shall be sold to satisfy said judgment(s), interest, penalties, and cost; and any property sold shall be subject to the right of redemption of the defendants or any person having an interest therein, to redeem the said property, or their interest therein, within the time and in the manner provided by law, and shall be subject to any other and further rights to which the defendants or anyone interested therein may be entitled, under the provisions of law. Said sale to be made by me to satisfy the judgment(s) rendered in the above styled and numbered cause(s), together with interest, penalties, and costs of suit, and the proceeds of said sales to be applied to the satisfaction thereof, and the remainder, if any, to be applied as the law directs.
A RECENT RESOLUTION APPROVED BY THE FANNIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT REQUIRES BIDDERS TO OBTAIN PRIOR TO THE SALE, A STATEMENT FROM THE FANNIN CENTRAL APPRAISAL DISTRICT CERTIFYING THAT THE PERSON/FIRM/COMPANY PURCHASING PROPERTY AT A TAX SALE OWES NO DELINQUENT PROPERTY TAXES FOR ANY PROPERTY EITHER CURRENTLY OR PREVIOUSLY OWNED TO ANY TAXING ENTITY WITHIN THE COUNTY. YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO BID ON OR RECEIVE A TAX SALE DEED TO ANY PROPERTY WITHOUT THIS CERTIFICATE/STATEMENT. TO OBTAIN A CERTIFICATE/STATEMENT, PLEASE CONTACT THE COLLECTIONS DEPARTMENT AT THE FANNIN CENTRAL APPRAISAL DISTRICT LOCATED AT 831 W. STATE HWY 56, BONHAM, TX (903) 583-8701. PROSPECTIVE BIDDERS SHOULD ALLOW UP TO TWO WEEKS TO PROCESS THE REQUEST. YOU MUST HAVE THIS CERTIFICATE/STATEMENT IN HAND BEFORE THE SALE BEGINS.
Dated at Bonham, Texas, 10/22/24
Mark Johnson, Sheriff, Fannin County, Texas
By: Deputy
Notes:
The Minimum bid is the lesser of the amount awarded in the Judgment plus interest and costs or the adjudged value. However, the Minimum Bid for a person owning an interest in the property or for a person who is a party to the suit (other than a taxing unit), is the aggregate amount of the judgments against the property plus all costs of suit(s) and sale. ALL SALES SUBJECT TO CANCELLATION WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. THERE MAY BE ADDITIONAL TAXES DUE ON THE PROPERTY, WHICH HAVE BEEN ASSESSED SINCE THE DATE OF THE JUDGMENT, AND WHICH MAY BECOME THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER. For more information, contact your attorney or PERDUE, BRANDON, FIELDER, COLLINS & MOTT, LLP, attorney for plaintiff at (972) 278-8282.
EMPLOYMENT
LOOKING for a motivated, responsible and honest Individual for Lofty Foods, processing line. Must be able to read, write, and have good work ethic.
CALL: 903-364-3030
400 S. CENTER ST., BONHAM, TX 75418
IMMEDIATE
OPENINGS for the FOLLOWING
POSITIONS
HVAC Technicians, Journeyman Electrician, and HVAC/Electric Apprentice and Helpers. Competitive wages based on experience, vacation and company paid insurance. For more information
Call: 903-583-4018 or apply in person at Blain Service Company, 7258 N. Hwy 78 in Ravenna
CNC Lathe/ Mill Machinist POSITION OPENINGS
B.F. Gammon Tool & Die is accepting applications for immediate openings for CNC Lathe/Mill Machinist and also someone with Gear Cutting experience. 40 hours per week plus overtime. Full benefits including paid healthcare, retirement benefits and holiday, vacation and sick pay. Climate controlled shop.
7:30am-4:00pm, 5 days per week. Send resume via email to brett@bfgammon.com or call 903-5833597
NOW HIRING!
CDL drivers with recent driving experience and a clean driving record. Home daily. Driving radius within 3 hours of Fannin County, TX. Ability 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.
GARAGE SALES
BIG SALE
1148 CR 2515 Fri. & Sat. Nov. 22-23
Clothes, tools, furniture, dishes, bolts, screws, oil lamps, silverware, lamps, what nots, vases. 78 records & cassettes, telephones & other electric applances. All kinds of books.
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
Need Part-Time Mechanic’s Helper and Part-Time Landscape Helper. Call 903-814-8620
WOMAN NEEDED
One day a week to help in my home. Marine Veteran, will discuss everything when you come. 500 W. 5th St. Bonham. 903-449-4322
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
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.
PETS
CRITTER SITTERS
● ۬۬Servicing McKinney, Anna, Melissa and Bonham.
● Will take your fur baby for walks or drop in to take care of them when you are at work or away.
● Will do overnights.
● Will take your pets to vet appointment, groomer.
● Will gladly pick up their food and deliver to you. debcounts62@gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
App House Leveling & Foundation repair Pier and Beam/ Slab Foundation/ Small & Large Remodels. 903-227-2860.
STAPP TREE TRIMMING and REMOVAL
Hauling, Storm Damage, Demolition Work, Dead Wood Removal, Licensed and Bonded. Over 25 Years Experience. Call 903-5837888. “Cheaper than the cheapest. Give me a call, I can handle it all, guaranteed.”
FARM and LAWN MAINTENANCE Tree service, landscaping, brush clearing, fence of any kind, pipe fence painting, power washing, house painting, flagstone patios, gravel driveways, lot mowing, gutters and drainage, concrete demolition, any odd jobs. Call Jose Vazquez at 903-227-5898.
TREES and MÁS Large Acreage Mowing with Tractor, Landscaping, Fences, Firewood, Stump Grinding, and Concrete. Insured, Call for free estimate. 903-227-6940, 903-227-8369 or 903-486-2868.
HANDYMAN / LAWN CARE
•Painting •Sheetrock
Repair & Texture
•Remodeling
•Plumbing •Electrical
•Mowing •Tree & Trim work
•Flower beds. Call 903-304-9009.
STUMP GRINDIN’ Tree Trimming. Landscaping
Commercial & Residential Call William 903-718-1720.
PROFESSIONAL PAINT
& DRYWALL REPAIRS:
Cracks, holes, patches, water damage, sheetrock repair, ceilings, walls, matched texturing. Interior/ Exterior Painting. 45+ years experience. Call Johnny @ 903-209-6958
REAL ESTATE
PINE RUN APARTMENTS
Now taking applications for 1 & 2 bedroom apartments. Please call 903-378-7146.
8977 FM 898, Ector 4 bdr 2 bath ½ acre mature trees
Covered parking, covered front, back porches, all electric, no frig. New carpet, fresh paint New appliances, granite countertops No indoor pets without non refundable dep $1950 per month
$1950 dep Leave message or text 903-227-5874
FOR SALE
1208 Pecan St. Bonham TX
Updated 3 bedrooms Gorgeous Stone counters Frig, W&D included! Huge Back Yard! $187,400 Call 214-478-8980
42 ACRE FARM at IVANHOE FOR SALE Includes 4 bedroom, 2 bath brick. Two 70’ x 40’ hay barns, one shop and 2 bedroom house. Bermuda pasture, road frontage with pipe fence. Call: 903-227-5310
FOR SALE BY OWNER
11 Acres AG / Frontage prop on Hwy FM 273 in Bonham. Water/Elec avail. Call 903-422-1520
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.
2.6 ACRES FOR SALE South of Bonham, near city limit. Beautiful, private country living. $99,900. 903-505-0374
BillBuysHouses.com
Buying homes As Is Since ‘91.
Also buys lots, land & Manuf. Homes 214.478.8979
FOR RENT
811 E. Orange St. Sherman, TX
½ Duplex, 2 bedroom, 1 bath, pergo & ceramic tile. Fresh paint, no dishwasher, no backyard, no application fee. $900/mo./$900 dep. Call Ashlea @ 903-640-0727. Leave message.
RENTALS
New 1 BR Apt. Single story, all appliances including microwave, washer/ dryer. $900
3 BR, 1 bath house, C/A, fenced yard, single car garage,. $1,400 - - - -
3 BR, 1 bath house w/ 1 BR Apt, C/A, new baths. $1,600
New 2 BR apt., single story, all brick, all appliances. $1,000 903-227-0920
Savoy Old Methodist Church Building 309 E. Fowler St (now “the Way”) There is also an Auction/BAKE SALE Questions: call 903-271-2071
EVERYONE INVITED
All donations are tax deductible.
If you can’t come send donations to P O Box 153, Savoy, Texas 75479
Hagerman NWR
November 2024 Events
The following is the Friends of Hagerman NWR Press Release. For more information about these events, please email: friendsofhagerman@ gmail.com . All events are sponsored by the Friends of Hagerman and occur at the Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center: 6465 Refuge Road, Sherman, TX 75092, unless stated otherwise.
Volunteers Needed: Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center Greeters
Meet and greet people from all over the world while giving out information about the refuge and wildlife. Hand out maps and make sales in the Nature Nook. Come and join our team! For more information, please email friendsofhagerman@gmail. com.
Butterfly Garden Like digging in your garden? Want to learn about native plants? Come join out Master Naturalists and Gardeners in maintaining the Butterfly Garden. For more information on volunteering, please email FriendsofHagerman@email. com for details.
Outdoor Crew
Do you enjoy working outside, mowing, sprucing up hiking trails, trimming and removing brush and general cleanup? Join the Outdoor Crew at Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge. The Outdoor Crew meets on the First Tuesday and Fourth Saturday of every month. Please email friendsofhagerman@gmail. com for details and to join our team. Scouts welcome!
Activities & Events:
The Little Sit: November 2nd, 2024, 7:15am Pad-H on the West side of Hagerman NWR
If you want to learn how to identify the birds of North Texas, the "Little Sit" is the perfect way to start. Meet the Bird Census Team while learning how to identify the birds of North Texas, and enjoy the beautiful sunrise over Lake Texoma! Modeled after Cornell's national "Big Sit" event, a group of dedicated birders invite you to join them at sunrise to conduct a bird count as multiple species fly to the water and the surrounding land to feed. Leaders will bring spotting scopes and will provide tips for identification of the many
species you will see. This event etc lasts a couple of hours, but all are welcome to come and go as they please. Participants are advised to bring a chair, binoculars and water.
We meet on the first Saturday of each month, 30 minutes before sunrise to watch the birds come into the water and begin to feed. We usually stay out for 2-3 hours, but you are welcome for all or part of the Sit.
For more information, a map to Pad-H and to register to receive event updates (registering is recommended to be informed of location change). Or email: friendsofhagerman@ gmail.com. https://www. friendsofhagerman.com/ event-5512322?Calendar
ViewType=1&SelectedDa te=11/14/2024
GPS Coordinates to Pad-H: 33.734961, -96.780582
Free and open to the public, funded by donations.
Early Bird Guided Walk. Come walk on the wild side with Jack Chiles! Saturday November 9th at 8am to 9:30am Master Naturalist Jack Chiles will lead this Early Bird Walk, weather permitting. Participants will view birds and wildlife along Harris Creek Trail, walking about two miles, and returning to the Visitor Center in time for the Second Saturday program. Register to receive event updates. https://friendsofhagerman. com/event-5512336?Calend arViewType=1&SelectedDa te=10/24/2024
Second Saturday: Saturday November 9th at 10am:
Second Saturday: Hagerman and YOU: The Healing Power of Nature with Laurie Sheppard, Blackland Prairie Texas Master Naturalist (BPTMN). Many scientists and scholars have focused their research on the health benefits of nature. From lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease to improvements in cognitive function; from pain management to wound healing, a multitude of evidence can easily be found linking time spent in nature with increased health and well-being. Many of these positive impacts are available to us all right here at the refuge. Come learn about opportunities to learn and grow, places to find peace and solitude, and activities to strengthen your body and mind. Photo of Harris Creek
Trail by Laurie Sheppard. Free and open to the public. Register for updates due to weather at https://www. friendsofhagerman.com/ event-5512338?Calendar ViewType=1&SelectedDa te=11/14/2024. Donations are accepted to support this and other events and programs sponsored by the Friends of Hagerman NWR. September Photo Contest Winners November 9th at 11:30am in the Visitor Center. Come see the great photos and meet 2024 winners. Refuge Rocks for Kids: November 16th at 10am to 11:30: Call of the Wild. Even though animals don't speak like us, they still communicate with each other using their own language. They use many clever and creative ways to communicate with each other, from head-turning howls to jawdropping dances! For many animals, communicating is as important to their life chances as finding food and water. This program will explore the variety of innovative ways animals “talk” to each other. We’ll have a howling good time learning about animal communication with a short lesson, some fun games and activities, as well as a fun craft! Come join us on November 16 for a free class for youth ages 5-10. Registration is required. https://www. friendsofhagerman.com/ event-5672979?Calendar ViewType=1&SelectedDa te=11/14/2024
Free and open to the public. Donations are accepted to support this and other events and programs sponsored by the Friends of Hagerman NWR.
Tram Tours every Saturday and Sunday at 2:00pm 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. Reservations required. Standbys are accepted if space permits. Free and open to the public. Funded by donations. https:// www.friendsofhagerman. com/Tram-Tours. Butterfly Garden Stroll: Discontinued until Spring 2025. The garden is free of charge and open to the public from sunrise to sunset every day of the year.
Notice of Public Meeting Board of Trustees
Savoy Independent School District
Notice is hereby given that a public meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Savoy Independent School District will be held on Monday, December 9, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. in the Board Room of the Administration Building, located at 302 W. Hayes, Savoy, Texas 75479. The purpose of this meeting will be to discuss Savoy ISD’s “Superior” rating and 100 out of a possible 100 score from the Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas Public participation is invited.
Samuel Talley Superintendent Savoy ISD 903-965-5262
State Doesn’t Set Your Insurance Premiums
Texas Department of Insurance - Consumers often tell the Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) that their insurance company or agent told them that their premium went up because the state made them raise rates. TDI doesn’t set the homeowners or auto insurance rates that your insurance company charges. Insurance companies can change their rates and premium formulas by sending them to TDI. This is called a “rate filing.” Companies can use the new rates as soon as they send them to TDI. Companies are required to
provide an analysis that supports the rate changes they file. TDI staff review the analysis and ask for more information, if needed, to evaluate whether the rate changes are supported and follow state law. By law, rates must be adequate; not be excessive; be based on sound actuarial principles; be reasonably related to all costs; and not be based on the insured’s race, creed, color, ethnicity, or national origin. If your auto or home insurance bill is rising, ask your company to explain the increase and if you’re getting all available discounts.
Hammett Excavation Brings Local Legacy to Lake Ralph Hall
Lake Ralph Hall - Hammett Excavation is pitching in as a subcontractor on UTRWD’s Lake Ralph Hall, but this is not just any project for the family-owned excavation company. Today, the team hauls local filter sand for Resolve Aggregates, a local business partner, to help construct the dam. However, the Hammett team’s connection to conservation around Lake Ralph Hall goes back to 1963, when Gaylon Hammett’s family business began with a small job to stop erosion in nearby streams—long before the idea of a reservoir was conceived.
“Our first dozer job was right here near the site of Lake Ralph Hall, working on soil case conservation,” secondgeneration CEO Hammett shared. “The government offered funding to slow severe erosion in the area.” Hammet’s team moved earth to slow the flow of water, helping stop some erosion in the smaller creeks.
Lake Ralph Hall’s construction will further Hammett’s original work to slow local erosion, and on an even larger scale. The lake itself will help control water flow into the North Sulphur River, and five local streams have been restored/re-created as part of mitigation for the project.
Since Hammett Excavation’s original work in the area, the company has grown to more than 370 employees, and the company has worked on highprofile projects across Texas and Oklahoma. Hammett’s semi fleet, run by his son, operates eight to ten semi-trucks to deliver 500-600 tons of sand daily for the Leon Hurse Dam. Hammett’s crew is also under contract to clear the remaining 1,500 acres inside the lake site, employing 25 to 35 workers who live nearby.
“It’s all coming locally,” Hammett said.
Hammett Construction truck is filled with sand to help build the Lake Ralph Hall dam.
Construction Advertisement and Invitation for Bids
The City of Trenton will receive bids for the Sewer Line Improvements Project located in Trenton, Texas, Contract Number TXCDBG # CDV21-0416 until 2:00 p.m. on Monday, December 2, 2024, at City of Trenton – City Hall, 216 Hamilton St, Trenton, TX 75490. The bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, December 2, 2024, at City of Trenton – City Hall, 216 Hamilton St, Trenton, TX 75490 Bids are invited for several items and quantities of work as follows: 1. Approx. 2,655 LF of 6-inch and 2,250 LF of 8-inch PVC sewer line. 2. All Associated appurtenances
Bid/Contract Documents, including Drawings and Technical Specifications are on file at Dunaway, 118 McKinney St., Farmersville, Texas 75442. Bid/Contract Documents are also available at www.civcastusa.com.
Copies of the Bid/Contract Documents may be obtained by depositing $25.00 for a CD or $75.00 for a hard copy with the Engineer for each set of documents obtained. The deposit will be refunded if the documents and drawings are returned in good condition within 10 days following the bid opening.
A bid bond in the amount of 5 percent of the bid issued by an acceptable surety shall be submitted with each bid [for those contracts that exceed $100,000]. A certified check or bank draft payable to the City of Trenton or negotiable U.S. Government Bonds (as par value) may be submitted in lieu of the Bid Bond. The lobbying certification must be submitted with the bid packet to be considered complete and responsive.
The City of Trenton is an equal opportunity employer. Attention is called to the fact that not less than the federally determined prevailing (DavisBacon and Related Acts) wage rate, as issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture Office of Rural Affairs and contained in the contract documents, must be paid on this project. In addition, the successful bidder must ensure that employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Adherence to the grant recipient’s Section 3 Policy is required for contracts and subcontracts.
All contractors and subcontractors must have an active registration with the System for Award Management (www.SAM.gov) AND have been cleared (not suspended or debarred) prior to any formal action authorizing the award of a contract to the contractor.
The City of Trenton reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any informalities in the bidding. Bids may be held by City of Trenton for a period not to exceed 60 days from the date of the bid opening for the purpose of reviewing the bids and investigating the bidder’s qualifications prior to the contract award. City of Trenton Rodney Alexander, Mayor of Trenton November 12, 2024
Gaylon Hammett is grateful for the opportunity to work on a project close to home, but Lake Ralph Hall is more than just a contract—it’s an investment in the future of North Texas. With its legacy of commitment to community and conservation, Hammett Excavation’s work on the project underscores the ways Lake Ralph Hall will benefit the area for future generations.
“This job’s special because this location is our roots –where we were born,” Hammett said. “Now we’re helping put in a lake to capture water for life. It will provide a lot of opportunity – more schools and businesses. It will provide water for Dallas-Ft. Worth, where we also do a lot of work. It’s a future for the living.”
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Notice Of Public Meeting
To Discuss Dodd City ISD’S State Financial Accountability Rating
Dodd City ISD will hold a public meeting at 6:00 pm, December 3, 2024 in the administration building 602 North Main Street Dodd City, Texas. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss Dodd City ISD’s rating on the state’s financial accountability system.
Public Notice
11/19/24
Fannin Electric Cooperative
Fannin Electric Cooperative has contracted with RMA Engineer to perform utility pole safety inspection services in the area southeast of Bonham in Fannin County. The area extends from Hwy 56 southward to the North Sulphur River and from FM 271 eastward to Lamar County including areas south of Dodd City, Windom and Honey Grove. The RMA Engineering crews will evaluate the condition of Fannin Electric Cooperative-owned poles and perform any necessary maintenance. We ask that you allow RMA Engineering personnel access to all Fannin Electric Cooperative facilities that are located within the utility easement that’s on or adjacent to your property. Once on-site, the inspection process normally takes approximately 30 minutes per pole. We apologize for any inconvenience this important process may cause. You may acquire more information about RMA Engineering by visiting their website at www.rmaengineer.com. A map showing the inspection area is available on our website www.fanninec.coop and facebook page. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.
PUBLIC NOTICE OF BID
Notice is hereby given to all interested parties that the Fannin County Commissioners Court will accept sealed bids for the following:
1) Used Day Cab Truck (2018 or Newer)
Specifications may be obtained from: Julie Criswell Fannin County Purchasing 101 E. Sam Rayburn Dr. Suite 313 Bonham, TX 75418 purchasing@fanninco.net 903-583-0054
11/12/24
Sealed bids must be filed in the County Purchasing Agent Office before 3 p.m., November 26, 2024, or said bids will not be considered. Bids shall be opened on November 26, 2024 at 3:15 p.m. in the Fannin County Purchasing Agent’s Office, 101 E. Sam Rayburn Dr. Suite 313, Bonham, TX 75418.
Fannin County Commissioners Court reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
CITY OF BONHAM, TEXAS
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE CREATION OF A PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
11/12/24
Pursuant to Section 372.009(c) and (d) of the Texas Local Government Code, as amended (the “Act”), notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Bonham, Texas (“City”), will hold a public hearing to accept public comments and discuss the petition (the “Petition”), filed by Michael Kirkpatrick, Rachel Kirkpatrick, and Jason Kirkpatrick (collectively, the “Petitioners”), requesting that the City create the Powder Creek Ranch Public Improvement District (the “District”) to include property owned by the Petitioner and further described herein (the “Property”).
Time and Place of the Hearing. The public hearing will start at 5:30 p.m. on December 9, 2024 at the Bonham City Hall, 514 Chestnut, Bonham, Texas, 75418.
General Nature of the Proposed Authorized Improvements. The proposed public improvements may include: (i) street and roadway improvements, including related sidewalks, drainage, utility relocation, signalization, landscaping, lighting, signage, offstreet parking and right-of-way; (ii) establishment or improvement of parks and open space, together with the design, construction and maintenance of any ancillary structures, features or amenities such as trails, playgrounds, walkways, lighting and any similar items located therein; (iii) sidewalks and landscaping, including entry monuments and features, fountains, lighting and signage; (iv) acquisition, construction, and improvement of water, wastewater and drainage improvements and facilities; (v) projects similar to those listed in subsections (i) - (iv) above authorized by the Act, including similar off-site projects that provide a benefit to the property within the District; (vi) special supplemental services for improvement and promotion of the District; (vii) payment of costs associated with operating and maintaining the public improvements listed in subparagraphs (i) - (vii) above; and (viii) payment of costs associated with developing and financing the public improvements listed in subparagraphs (i) - (vii) above, and costs of establishing, administering and operating the District. These Authorized Improvements shall promote the interests of the City and confer a special benefit upon the Property.
Estimated Cost of the Authorized Improvements. The estimated cost to design, acquire and construct the Authorized Improvements, together with bond issuance costs, eligible legal and financial fees, eligible credit enhancement costs and eligible costs incurred in establishment, administration and operation of the District is approximately $200,000,000.
Proposed District Boundaries. The District is proposed to include approximately 336.313 acres of land to be included within the city limits of the City and generally located south of W. 12th Street, west of Willow Wild Cemetary, and northeast of Powder Creek, as more particularly described by a metes and bounds description available for public inspection at the office of the City Secretary, 514 Chestnut, Bonham, Texas, 75418.
Proposed Method of Assessment. The City shall levy assessments on each parcel within the District in a manner that results in imposing equal shares of the costs on property similarly benefited. All assessments may be paid in full at any time (including interest and principal), and certain assessments may be paid in annual installments (including interest and principal). If an assessment is allowed to be paid in installments, then the installments must be paid in amounts necessary to meet annual costs for those Authorized Improvements financed by the assessment, and must continue for a period necessary to retire the indebtedness of those Authorized Improvements (including interest).
Proposed Apportionment of Cost between the District and the City. The City will not be obligated to provide any funds to finance the Authorized Improvements, except for assessments levied on real property within the District. No municipal property in the District shall be assessed. All of the costs of the Authorized Improvements will be paid from assessments and from other sources of funds, if any, available to the Petitioner. During the public hearing, any interested person may speak for or against the establishment of the District and the advisability of the improvements to be made for the benefit of the property within the District.
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