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November 24, 2020

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WYLIE, TX – Nov. 17, 2020: The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) presented the adopted Shoreline Management Plan (SMP) for

Bois d’Arc Lake to the Fannin County Commissioners Court today. The NTMWD Board of Directors approved the plan at its October 2020 meeting. The SMP

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will guide use of the shoreline up to the 541 ft. elevation, which is owned by NTMWD and includes the 100-year flood level. The plan is designed to balance

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executive director. “Much work has gone into striking the right balance to protect the future lake and shoreline while providing economic and recreational opportunities,” Rhoades added. In addition to protecting the lake as a key water source and recreation amenity, the SMP will: • Offer a shared vision for the lake and its proper use; • Create shoreline classifications to help NTMWD properly consider and balance different factors affecting the lake and shoreline; • Provide direction for private property owners on approved uses of the shoreline; and, • Promote appropriate and safe recreational uses of the lake. NTMWD will manage uses allowed on the shoreline through shoreline use agreements with property owners. Activities that may be authorized include boat docks, fishing piers and placement of recreational facilities on the adjacent shoreline, such as picnic tables, patios, BBQ pits and more. Conditions will be verified through a site visit as part of the approval process for shoreline use agreements. Fees for shoreline use agreements are also included in the plan. District staff will soon begin developing the processes required for obtaining shoreline use agreements. Applications will not be accepted until this process is complete and the NTMWD Board approves the accepting of applications. NTMWD has posted the approved SMP on the Bois d’Arc Lake website (https:// boisdarclake.org/construction/ bois-darc-lake-shoreline-management-plan).

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They refused to heed the warning and made no significant changes to security. The Church of Jesus Christ was operating with the same worldview. The Church in Sardis upheld a stellar reputation in the community. Their programs were well received; they probably had activities for every age group. They certainly were heavily involved in the community for their reputation was one of being an ALIVE organization. But they had lost their purpose and their message. Jesus said……………. YOU ARE DEAD! What you are doing, Sardis, does not measure up. You are lacking. Sardis escaped the community’s criticism because they had taken on their habits. They fit in, and in so doing, broke the first of God’s Commandments, “You shall have no other Gods before Me.” Exodus 20:3. We know this because the idolatrous worship of one Cybele, the mothergoddess, demanded that her subjects maintain strict physical cleanliness, approaching her only in gleaming white robes. However, her worship services were sensual in nature and morally debased. Her followers engaged in sexual immorality and the darkest of celebrations. Jesus addressed HIS congregation by calling attention to their Spiritual Clothing. They were stained with friendship with the world. The Church of Sardis had mingled their worship of the One True God with idolatry. They were accepted by the world but rejected by their Savior on whose name their church was built. Their light had gone out. Their epithet: HERE LIES SARDIS. THE LIGHT OF THE SPIRIT HAS GONE OUT. Yet, Jesus said, there are still a few in Sardis who are not stained by the world. They, He said, were worthy and would walk with Him in White. And to those in His church who are in the world’s coma, He said, “WAKE UP!” Strengthen yourselves…Remember what You received from ME and REPENT. (Turn around and go the other way). 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give the presentation of the recently adopted “Bois d’Arc Lake Shoreline Management Plan”, he noted that Jason Stroup was recently hired by Lake Manager Jennifer Stanley to lead the permit coordination efforts for the lake and referred those desiring more information after the presentation to contact Public Relations Representative, Jeff McKito and/or their website for more info. Afterward, Galen Roberts, the Technical Support Manager for the project, came to the podium to expound on key elements of the Shoreline Management Plan. He emphasized that though the SMP has been completed and adopted by their board, it is a living document with potential for revisions. He touched on the Shoreline Classifications: Restricted, Environmentally Sensitive, Limited Development, Dock Capable and Public Access/Commercial. He also explained the four different Agreement Types (permits), the criteria involving permits, terms and conditions, and costs involved for adjacent landowners in obtaining the permit/permits they desire. Ending on the note that the goal is still to balance a great drinking water lake with safe recreational use and sustainability for the community. After his presentation, Judge Moore asked how the funds obtained from the permit costs would benefit Fannin County. Billy George fielded that question with the response that basically the fees would offset all of the costs resulting from the implementation of the permit program and private dock programs and was not out of line with permit costs currently in place at other lakes. He gave Lake Ray Hubbard as an example of a lake where five year dock permits currently are costing $2,000 to $2,800. It was also made known that permit applications are not available just yet, but will most likely be made available sometime in 2021. For further information and to view the specifics contained in the SMP is: https://boisdarclake.org/ construction/bois-darc-lakeshoreline-management-plan. 9. Discussion and update regarding Courthouse Restoration: Judge Moore did not receive a construction update but did note that he could tell there has been more stonework going up. His observation was shared by Commissioner Lackey who also noted more steel framework has gone up over doorways on the East side that would support the balcony area. 10. Discussion, consideration and action to approve Treasurer’s Financial Report for October 2020:

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David Woodson gave an update of the report. No questions were asked and motion was made to approve the Financial Report. Motion was seconded and passed. 11. Discussion, consideration and action to approve Treasurer’s Investment Report for October 2020: David Woodson reported on interest balances and total balances on investment accts for the end of October. Motion was made to approve the Treasurer’s Investment Report for October 2020, motion was seconded and passed. 12. Discussion, consideration and action to approve the Canvass of the November 3, 2020 General Election: Tammy Biggar gave a rundown on the recent election process and the challenges that existed this year with Covid considerations and an extra week added to the election. One of the things noted was that in comparison to the 2016 Presidential election, there were 15,007 votes for President this year as opposed to 12,044 in 2016 and there were 2,000 more regis-

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Fannin County November 3rd Election Results

President/Vice-President Donald J. Trump/Michael R. Pence (I) Joseph R. Biden/Kamala D. Harris Jo Jorgensen/Jeremy “Spike” Cohen

Rep Dem Lib

12,150 54.73% 2,638 11.88% 155 0.7%

U. S. Senator John Cornyn (I) Mary “Mj” Hegar Kerry Douglas Mckennon

Rep Dem Lib

11,816 2,542 272

53.23% 11.45% 1.23%

U. S. Representative District 4 Pat Fallon Russell Foster Lou Antonelli

Rep Dem Lib

11,808 2,382 286

53.26% 10.74% 1.29%

Chief Justice, Supreme Court Nathan Hecht (I) Amy Clark Meachum Mark Ash

Rep Dem Lib

11,691 2,510 321

52.66% 11.31% 1.45%

Justice, Supreme Court, Place 8 Brett Busby (I) Gisela D. Triana Tom Oxford

Rep Dem Lib

11,726 2,389 325

52.82% 10.76% 1.46%

Justice, Supreme Court, Place 6 Jane Bland (I) Kathy Cheng

Rep Dem

11,986 53.99% 2,468 11.12%

Justice, Supreme Court, Place 7 Jeff Boyd (I) Staci Williams William Bryan Strange Iii

Rep Dem Lib

11,709 2,477 278

52.75% 11.16% 1.25%

Judge, Court Of Criminal Appeals Place 4 Kevin Patrick Yeary (I) Rep Tina Clinton Dem

11,912 2,487

53.66% 11.2%

Judge, Court Of Crt. Appeals Place 9 David Newell (I) Brandon Birmingham

Rep Dem

11,898 2,488

53.6% 11.21%

Judge, Crt. Of Criminal Appeals Place 3 Bert Richardson (I) Rep Elizabeth Davis Frizell Dem

11,881 2,543

53.52% 11.46%

Railroad Commissioner James “Jim” Wright Chrysta Castañeda Matt Sterett

11,704 52.72% 2,384 10.74% 311 1.4%

Rep Dem Lib

Member, St. Board Of Education, District 9 Keven M. Ellis (I) Rep Brenda Davis Dem

11,704 2,599

52.79% 11.72%

State Representative District 62 Reggie Smith (I) Gary D. Thomas

11,915 2,383

53.74% 10.75%

Rep De

Ustice, 6Th Court Of Appeals District, Place 3 Ralph K. Burgess (I) Rep 12,378 55.91% District Judge, 336Th Judicial District Lauri Blake (I) Rep

12,083

Criminal District Attorney Fannin County Richard Glaser (I) Rep

12,127 54.77%

City of Honey Grove Alderman Terry Paul Cunningham Brian Owen Joey Rickman Jr.

321 197 153

City of Honey Grove Local Option For Against

279 168

Honey Grove ISD School Board Greg Beavers Jessica Mayberry Caleb Tindel

594 284 505

54.57%


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resentatives fromPMNTMWD, Date Modified: September 24, 2018 3:51 Continued from page 7 16. Discussion, consideration and action to renew a 6-month lease with Brazos Trailers on a belly dump trailer for Precinct 4; $500.00 per month for 6 months: Michelle Case gave specifics. Motion was made, seconded and passed to renew the lease. 17. Discussion, consideration and action regarding personnel or supplies for Covid-19 from the CARES Act Grant or other funding: Michelle Case gave an update, no action was needed. 18. Discussion, consideration and action to approve payment of bills: Motion was made, seconded and passed to approve the payment of bills. 19. Comments by County Commissioners and County Judge: Commissioner Self expressed concern for Commissioner Whitlock wishing him good health and thanked

Commissioner Magness expressed concern about unsafe speedsters on our roadways and urged caution to motorists. He too thanked all for their attendance. Commission Lackey agreed with the need to exercise caution driving, especially in areas where there is road construction going on. Judge Moore echoed driving dangers noting that there were probably more deaths on Hwy 82 than Covid-19 deaths in Fannin County. He also wanted it known that there are 2021 Lake Fannin Calendars available for purchase that can be obtained through Alicia Whipple in the County Auditor’s office. The proceeds to go toward the support of Lake Fannin. Also noted that with the near arrival of a granddaughter, Judge Moore may be hard to reach this Friday and or Saturday. 20. Meeting Adjourned at 10:09 a.m.

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Fannin County Commissioners Contact Information Precinct 1 Commissioner Gary Whitlock Pct. Barn Location: 8865 Highway 56 W (2 miles east of Savoy) Savoy, Texas 75479 Phone: 903-965-7030 Precinct 2 Commissioner A.J. Self Pct. Barn Location: 500 N. Highway 69 Leonard, Texas 75452 Phone: 903-587-3455 Email Address: aself@fanninco.net Precinct 3 Commissioner Jerry Magness Pct. Barn Location: 18101 East FM 1396 (Just off new Hwy 82) Honey Grove, Texas 75446 Phone: 903-378-2941 Email Address: precinct3@fanninco.net

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Judge Blake, Judge Moore and Sheriff Johnson delivered meals to sponsors for this year’s Justice Is Served which raised more than $60,000 for the Fannin County Children’s Center. Press Release - The 16th annual Justice Is Served was different in many ways due to the pandemic. “One thing that was not different was the generosity of this community,” said Sandy Barber, Executive Director of the Fannin County Children’s Center. “Fannin County turned out BIG for kids from hard places. Once again, we are grateful and so encouraged by such an awesome show of support.” Early estimates are that the event raised at least $60,000 to sustain the services provided by the Children’s Center, including CASA and the Children’s Advocacy Center. By comparison, it was the third best year ever. This event raised $66,000 to $67,000 in each of the last two years. This year’s event was a 3-day virtual event and the leaders of the nonprofit were not sure what to expect. The first day of the event was the baked goods auction which raised a record breaking $4,475. The rest of the items traditionally in the silent auction were in an on-line

auction that lasted two days. On the third day of the event, there was a live stream starting at 7 pm on Saturday night. Board President Steve Collida and Barber acted as hosts for the program. Fannin County Game Warden Randolph McGee was the auctioneer for the evening. A 5-day getaway to Broken Bow donated by Sunshine Dental raised $3,000 in the live auction. The Courage Item donated by the Board of Directors sold for $2,550. This mystery gift turned out to be a trip to the Gaylord Resort with spa and meal packages. A lastminute auction item of a fishing trip on Lake Texoma with the Game Warden brought in the highest bids of the evening of $3,200. The raffle winner was announced during the live stream. Samantha Farris won the guided fishing trip on Lake Texoma that was donated by Jason Garner Custom Welding. Before the Saturday night live stream, ten honorable servers delivered dinner to some of the event sponsors. Fannin Coun-

ty Judge Randy Moore, 336th District Judge Lauri Blake, Judge Charles Butler, District Attorney Richard Glaser, Fannin County Sheriff Mark Johnson, Judge Bob Clemons, Judge Kenneth Karl, District Clerk Nancy Young, Juvenile Probation Chief Brandon Caffee and Adult Probation Chief Corey Baker delivered

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AUTOMOBILES FOR SALE: 2006 Ford Explorer. 220 Chestnut St. Bonham. 903-583-3000. FOR SALE: 2011 Ford Fusion. 220 Chestnut St. Bonham. 903-583-3000. FOR SALE: 1999 Ford F250. 220 Chestnut St. Bonham. 903-583-3000. 2008 GMC SIERRA 1500 4 door, 167,000 miles, very clean. Everything works. $12,000. Call: 903-2275898

AUCTIONS The following vehicle will be sold at public auction on December 1, 2020 at 9:00 AM, at Bill’s Auto Body & Towing Service, 2630 N. Center St., Bonham, TX 75418. 2000 CHEV 1500 2003 CHEV 2500 2012 HOND CIV 2007 MITS GAL 2006 CHRYS Other

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GARAGE SALES GRANNY’S PLACE & GRANNY’S CHRISTMAS STORE Resale shop. 10 South Plaza in Ladonia, TX. WedSat, 10am-5pm. See us on Facebook. Call 903-3677095.

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ORDINANCE NO. 2020-10-12 11/24/20

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LADONIA, TEXAS, FINDING THE NEED TO INCREASE UTILITY RATED FEES AND RATES, AMENDING THE CITY’S CODE OF ORDINANCES, ADOPTING THE ATTACHED APPENDIX A FEE AND RATE SCHEDULE, AND AMENDING ARTICLE 6.000 UTILITY RELATED FEES, SECTION 6.400 WATER RATES AND SECTION 6.500 SEWER RATES PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION IN THE OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance was passed and approved at a regular meeting of the Ladonia City Council held on Monday, October 12, 2020. A complete copy of the above ordinance is available at City Hall for your review. Rates will increase effective January 1, 2021. Dated this 12th day of October, 2020 Jan Cooper, Mayor Debbie Nichols, City Secretary

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OBITUARIES

LEE ALAN WESTBROOK

WANDA JO THOMISON

RICKEY HARLIN CREWS Rickey Harlin Crews, age 72, of Pecan Gap, Texas passed away on Thursday, November 12, 2020 in Dallas, Texas. Funeral Services were held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday November 15, 2020 at the Ladonia Church of Christ with David Howard and Clint Norwood officiating. Burial followed at Center Point Cemetery. Serving as pallbears were Ed Pickard, Larry Joe Braley, Jason Fields, Shaun Franklin, Bill Davidson and Marshall Lynch. Rickey Crews was born in Bonham, Texas on September 28, 1948 to Harlin and Mildred “Stevens” Crews. He married Martha Fields on August 7, 1969 in Ladonia, Texas. Rickey was an insulation worker before his retirement he enjoyed woodworking and making outdoor furniture for friends, and family. He also enjoyed gardening. Rickey was preceded in death by his parents, Harlin and Mildred Crews; son, Kenneth Crews; sister, Karen Wilkerson and brother-in-law, Glen fields. Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Martha Crews; sons, Kerry (Tracy) Crews and Steven Crews; brother, Kris (Jana) Crews; brother-in-law, Jerry (Mary) Fields. 5 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. You may pay your respects online at www.deltafuneralhome. com. Services entrusted to Delta Funeral Home.

VENITA MATLOCK

Born August 6, 1937 to Alexander “A.A.” and Bernettie Taylor Matlock, Venita Matlock’s address changed for the last time on November 16, 2020. She is now in her heavenly home with family and friends who have gone before her. Venita lived her entire life in Fannin County, only two places of residence. She lived for 60 years at the family home place and 23 years at Seven Oaks Nursing Center in Bonham. Venita moved to Seven Oaks when she was 60 years old. She loved taking care of other residents who were not as mobile as she was, frequently making trips to the vending machines for them. Venita won the hearts of many staff members at Seven Oaks. Her life would have been very different without Mary Caldwell, PT Sandy Stevens, Kathy Bateman (Sylvie) and so many nurses and aides over her 23 years of residence. The family thanks you immensely. A singer of old, old songs, Venita loved Little Jimmy Dickens’ music and knew most of his songs by heart. Aunt Nita was a treasure to her nieces and nephews. When they were growing up, she was growing up with them. If anyone had candy or ice cream, she would always say, “Arithmetic says to divide!” She would follow that with a giggle, every time. Aunt Nita made trips to Grandma and Grandads’ a lot of fun. In later years, when she and her brother Earl were the last residents at the home place, Aunt Nita continued to cook meals as if she was cooking for Cox’s Army. There was always fried chicken and then whatever else went with it. Over the years, a lot of people have taken care of Venita. She would need a ride to church if Earl wasn’t going. She rode with friends from Sandy Baptist for years, Rachel Cunningham, mostly. Then, when they moved their membership to Corinth Baptist, Loreen Walker was her primary way to and from church. Loreen would go to Seven Oaks to get Venita and then take her back after services many, many times. The church trips on Sunday were a highlight of her life. She loved staying in touch with the friends she had there. Sharing old times and old memories was a favorite past time for Venita. She had a very sharp memory of her childhood years, always good for a sweet story about Grandma, Grandad, Earl and the other brothers and sisters. Venita was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, William Earl, Luther James, John Clide, Junior Alexander; sisters, Mary Ettie Matlock, Barbara Young, Pauline Underwood Lockaby and Merle Blake. Also preceding her in death, precious to her, were; a niece, Vivian Elaine Blake and nephews; Cleatus Alexander Meek, Robert Matlock, Jimmy Luther Underwood, David Ray Blake and Henry Earl (Bo) Underwood. She is survived by one sister, Vivian Meek of Bonham; nieces, Shirley Blake Byrne, Marilee Young Samuelson, Donna Young Wallace, and Connie Meek Estes; nephews, Tim Meek and Jackie Underwood; as well as many extended family members and a host of friends. The family will announce a gathering at a future date for family and friends. Venita’s was a life worth celebrating. She was a happy person and brought a lot of joy to those around her. Her smile, her love, and her antics will be missed. Thank you to Wise Funeral Home for their caring and compassion.

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Darlene Barnett, Darin and wife Sandy Barnett, Darec and wife Heather Barnett, and Serena Barnett; 13 grandchildren, four great grandchildren, and one special great grandson Connor Jennings.

ASA JOE NORMAN

CHARLES EDWARD STONE, JR.

Lee Alan Westbrook, funny man, serial hobbyist, and fixer of all things died on Thursday, November 12, 2020. He was born to Morris and Berniclee (Bea) Westbrook on August 7, 1955 and is one of four siblings. Much of Lee’s youth was spent running around The Farm in Elwood with older brother, Robert Westbrook, 11/24/20 and younger brother, Michael Westbrook. In his adolescence, his younger sister, Sandra Daniels, looked up to him as a talented trumpet player, and was inspired to join the marching band herself because of his example. Lee met his former wife of 37 years playing tennis in 1975. They were married in ‘76, and had three daughters together between the years of 1981 and 1990: Chrystine, Nicole, and Petra. He was a family man, working at his own automotive upholstery shop during the week, and returning home to his family every night, in time for dinner. He passed his dry wit and sarcastic, but fun, humor to all three of his children. He tickled them until they cried and teased them endlessly, laughing when they got frustrated. He kept a beautiful yard, decorated grandly for Christmas, and had a fondness for cooking. He was so proud when his first grandchild, Haylea, was born in 2000, and doted on her accordingly. In the early aughts he moved on to a job in aviation upholstery, and most of the family moved to the St. Louis area. Lee returned to Texas about eight years ago, and began to build a home on The Farm, that same piece of land on which he ran around with his brothers, and where his parents lived. He took care of the farm as his dad passed, and then his mom, and though they’re gone, he’s turned a bit of undeveloped earth there into a beautiful haven for himself, and continued making improvements to his abode there, to the pleasure of his only local daughter, Chrystine, and his second grandchild, Max. He began a vegetable garden, kept bees, and attempted to feed local wildlife. He finally got that Harley he said he always wanted. He went to local dances before gathering restrictions began, and took up pool at the Bonham VFW after, playing there, and then at Juba’s when the VFW closed temporarily. He loved talking to his non-local kids on the phone, and wished to visit them, and to get his know third grandchild, Aubrie, better, and to meet baby Daxton, grandchild number four. Those of us who knew him well will remember Lee’s snap of a laugh, and the way he admired us, and cared for us. We’ll remember how goofy he was, how handy, and what he achieved during his lifetime. We’ll think of him when the weather changes, and during a beautiful sunrise or set. When the moon is full, and when the night sky is clear. We’ll think of him when we see orchids or taste inferior tomato soup or salsa. We’ll keep him alive in our hearts and our stories, as time moves on without him. We’ll think of him, and we’ll think well.

Bonham-Wanda Jo Thomison, age 85, of Bonham, TX was born on August 7, 1935 in Fannin County, Texas to William Clyde and Beluah Irene (Jackson) Bigbee. She passed away on Monday, November 16, 2020 at her home. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home. The family will hold a memorial service at a later date. Wanda Jo (Bigbee) Thomison married James “Lighting” Thomison on March 30, 1973 in Fannin County, Texas; he preceded her in death on July 11, 2008. Wanda was the associate publisher and general manager for the Bonham Daily Favorite. She enjoyed yardwork, burning leaves, and traveling. Wanda loved spending time with her family. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend. Wanda is of the Baptist faith and will be greatly missed. She is survived by daughters, Terry Lawson and husband Boyd of Bonham; Sherry Edwards and husband Steve of Bonham; and Kim Corzine of Bonham; grandchildren, Carrie Horton and husband Johnny, Justin Lawson and wife Heather, Colby Edwards, Alicia Parr and husband Dusty, Micha Corzine, and Coleman Corzine; great grandchildren, Hunter Horton and Fletcher Horton, Weston Parr, Coyt Lawson, Allie Parr, Kohen Lawson, Coleson Lawson, and Brailea Jo Corzine; brother, Travis Bigbee of Houston; along with many friends. Also, preceding her in death are her parents, brother, Billy Bigbee; sister, Mildred Eason, brother, Talmadge Bigbee, and Donald Bigbee.

CURTIS BURNETTE

Bonham- Graveside Service for Curtis Burnette, age 86, of Bonham, TX were held at Georgia Cemetery in Sumner, Texas on November 20, 2020 at 11 AM. Brother J.M. Beshire officiated. Pallbearers were Lendele King, Hunter Jennings, Wesley Jennings, Ronald Barnett, Matthew Walton, and Aaron Walton. Curtis Troy Burnette passed away on Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at Seven Oaks Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Bonham, Texas. Curtis was born on February 28, 1934 in Diamond, Missouri to the parents of Charlie Carl Burnette and Ethel Thompson. He fulfilled his life as a farmer and a loving father. He will be missed by many. He is preceded in death by his parents. Curtis is survived by his children; Dallas and wife Marie Barnett, Dane Barnett, David and wife

Bonham-Charles Edward Stone, Jr., age 64, of Savoy, TX was born on June 13, 1956 in San Antonio, TX to Charles Edward Stone, Sr., and Edna Idna (Miller) Stone. He passed away on Sunday, November 15, 2020 at his home. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home Bonham, TX. To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www. coopersorrells.com

ANNIE LEE (THOMAS) WINNETT

Funeral services for Mrs. Annie Lee (Thomas) Winnett, age 81, of Lamasco, were held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, November 21, 2020 at the Wise Funeral Home Chapel 219 W. Sam Rayburn Dr. Bonham, Texas 75418. Burial followed in the Lamasco Cemetery. Mrs. Winnett passed away on November 17, 2020 in Paris, Texas. Mrs. Winnett was born on March 15, 1939 in Russellville, Alabama, the daughter of Charlie Thomas and Dora Loler Bell Brimer Thomas. She married John Franklin Winnett on December 10, 1960 in Garland Texas and he preceded her in death on November 1, 2010. She was seamstress and homemaker and enjoyed camping, fishing, sewing, canning, working, being outdoors and especially quilting and raising her animals all throughout her life. She was preceded in death by her siblings, Gladys Pearl Borden, Amie McKinney and brothers Harless “Thomas” Thomas, O’Neal Thomas, Hershel Thomas, Kenneth Thomas, and Mary Catherine Thomas. Surviving are her son, John Franklin Winnett Jr. and wife Kim Leidy of Bonham; daughter, Joyce Faye Johnston and husband Eddie Ray of Paris, Texas; and her special loving dog “Bear” and a special adopted son, Tim Scoggins and wife Kim of Achille, Oklahoma; sister Mildred Iller Spires of Russellville, Alabama. Grandchildren Jonathan Dale Dizmond and (Erin); Joshua Allen Dizmond, Kristopher John Winnett and Amanda Jo Parker and (Jeff); great grandchildren; Shannon Wade-Uribe (James), Ryan Wade, Tanner Shane Liles, Logan Elizabeth Liles, Jayda Marie Dizmond, Levi Dale Dizmond, Addison Fortenberry, Joe Fortenberry, Derek and Jessica Parker; great-great grandchildren Madelyn Parker and Donovan Uribe, Aaliyah and Jaxx Uribe; numerous nieces and nephews and extended family and a host of friends. Pallbearers were Jonathan Dizmond, Joshua Dizmond, Eddie Ray Johnston, Jeff Parker, Marvin McKinney and Tim Scoggins. Honorary Pallbearers were Kristopher Winnett and Sammy Hargett. You may sign the online guest register at www.wisefuneralhome. com

Bonham- Graveside services for Asa Joe Norman, age 91, of Hendrix, OK were held at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at Forest Grove Cemetery. Bro. Marty Hutchins officiated. Mr. Norman passed away on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at his home in Hendrix, OK. Asa Joe Norman was born on October 4, 1929 in Duplex Community, Fannin County, TX to Joseph Caroll and Susie Lee (Martin) Norman. He married Margarett Milendy (McDowell) Norman on April 23, 1955 in Fannin County; she preceded him in death on August 3, 2003. Asa Joe worked for DeRose Manufacturing for 31 plus years before retiring. He also assisted with the construction of Lake Fannin. Asa Joe was a hard-working man and enjoyed gardening. Some would say he was tough as an old leather boot and not scared of anything, however, you could see his soft side shine through with the smile on his face when he was spending time with his family, and watching his grandchildren and great grandchildren play. He is survived by sons, Corey Norman of Bonham, TX and Asa Michael “Mike” Norman, of Hendrix, OK; daughters, Mary Roberts and husband, Ray of Telephone, TX; Sue Miller of Hendrix, OK; Mona Campbell and husband, Larry of Bonham, TX and Lorey Taylor and husband, Lynn of Gober, TX. Grandchildren, T.J. Fite, Joe Fite, Nathan Norman, Amber Miller, Mindy Miller, Micheal Miller, Heath Campbell, Heather Campbell, Kevin Campbell, Ashley Lopez, Blake Norman, Tyler Norman, Collin Norman, Heath Taylor, Ethan Taylor, Cody Taylor, Burney Roberts, Tara Obar, and Asante Lopez. Great grandchildren, Heather Fite, Cassidy Fite, Jordan Fite, Alyssa Fite, Logan Fite, Kenny Campbell, Isiah Campbell, Andrew Campbell, Kendarian Campbell, Georgia Campbell, Kate Campbell, Ainslee Campbell, McKenzie Campbell, Taylor Campbell, Ellie Campbell, Liam Lopez, Hudson Taylor, Peyton Taylor, Gus Taylor, Eli Taylor, Lilyanna Norman, Loralye DeCoito, Maverick Norman, Ace Norman, and Anayas Miller in addition to other extended family members and friends. Also preceding him in death are his parents and son, Gary Norman and son-in-law, Bruce Miller. His grandsons served as pallbearers and his granddaughters served as honorary pallbearers. If you plan to attend, please observe the social distancing protocol, and wear a face mask. To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www.coopersorrells.com


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OBITUARIES

JERRY HYEPOCK

to the Alzheimer’s Association 3001 Knox Street Suite 200 Dallas TX. 75205. To convey condolences or sign an online registry, please visit www. coopersorrells.com

ZENAIDA E. BROWN

Bonham- Graveside services for Jerry Hyepock, age 65, were held on Saturday, November 21, 2020 at 2 PM at Arledge Ridge Cemetery. Brother Ronnie Ball officiated. Jerry Wade Hyepock came into this world on February 20, 1955 in Dallas, Texas, as the first born child of Monroe Eugene and Wilma Jean Hughes Hyepock, and he departed this life on Tuesday, November 17, 2020 in Denison, Texas. He graduated from Bonham High School in 1973 and began working for Campbell Soup in Paris, Texas. On July 19, 1974, he married Donna Ruth Howery in Bonham, Texas. Through the years, he worked for various companies, finally retiring from Lattimore Material in 2017. Jerry is survived by Donna, his wife of 46 years; his son Jason Hyepock and wife Angie of Valley Falls, Kansas; his daughter, Laura Griffis and husband Mikie of Tom Bean. Also surviving him are four grandchildren and four greatgrandchildren; his brother Mike Hyepock of Bonham; his sister Cathy Newman of Bonham along with numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, and brother Don Hyepock. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made

Bonham- Zenaida E. Brown, age 86, of Bonham, TX was born on October 13, 1934 in Redlands, CA

to Louis and Lucy (Hernandez) Escabosa. Mrs. Brown passed away on Friday, November 13, 2020 at Seven Oakes Nursing Center in Bonham, TX. Zenaida married Jerry Lee Brown on May 2, 1950 in Scottsdale, AZ; he preceded her in death. She worked for Blue Ridge Public Schools in the cafeteria before retiring. Zenaida is one of Jehovah’s Witnesses and attends the Kingdom Hall in Bonham, TX. She is survived by five children, Mark Brown of Ashland City, TN; Timothy Brown and wife Mindy of Auburn, IN; Deborah Catlin and husband Charles of Bonham, TX; Jeremy Brown of Dallas, TX; and Jamie Brown of San Diego, CA. Zenaida also leaves six grandchildren, four great grandchildren and one great-great grandson. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home Bonham, TX. To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www. coopersorrells.com

Public Meeting Honey Grove I.S.D. will hold a public meeting Monday, December 14th, 2020 in the Honey Grove I.S.D. Boardroom located at 1206 17th Street, Honey Grove, TX 75446 at 6:00 p.m. The purpose of the meeting is to distribute a financial management report known as the School First (Financial Integrity Reporting System of Texas)

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO DISCUSS BONHAM ISD’S I.W. EVANS 11/24/20 SCHOOL TARGETED INTERMEDIATE IMPROVEMENT PLAN The Bonham Independent School District will hold a public hearing during the Board of Trustees meeting at 6:00pm on December 14, 2020. The purpose of this public hearing is to discuss and solicit input on the development of the I.W. Evans Intermediate School Targeted Improvement Plan. Note: Advertisements will be placed on the district and campus website, and the district and campus social media pages from November 30, 2020 through December 11, 2020.

CAUSE NO. PR-2020-12851 IN THE ESTATE OF

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MICHAEL D. SMITH, DECEASED

IN THE COUNTY COURT AT LAW 11/24/20 OF FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS

NOTICE TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS AGAINST THE ESTATE OF MICHAEL D. SMITH, DECEASED Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Michael D. Smith, Deceased, were issued on November 10, 2020, under Cause No. PR-202012851, pending in the County Court at Law of Fannin County, Texas, to Court Dean Smith, Independent Executor. Claims may be presented in care of the attorney for Independent Executor, addressed as follows: Representative, Estate of Michael D. Smith, Deceased c/o Jason T. McCuiston Plunk Smith, PLLC 1701 Legacy Drive, Suite 2000 Frisco, Texas 75034 All persons having claims against this estate, which is currently being administered, are required to present them within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. Dated November 10, 2020. Plunk Smith, PLLC By: /s/ Jason T. McCuiston Jason T. McCuiston Attorney for the Independent Executor

Sunday Services at 10:45 • Women’s Bible Study Tuesdays 6:45 Pre-teen & Youth Bible Study Wednesdays 6:30 Young Adults Bible Study Thursdays 6:30

3375 S o u t h h w y 121 - B o n h a m 903-583-1671 ● P a S t o r K e v i n L a n e Hebrews 10:25 (KJV) Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye Fannin County see the day approaching. Due To The Covid-19 Virus, Services May Or May NOT Be Available At This Time. Please Call The Church You Are Interested In And Inquire If They Have An On-Line Video Available Of Sunday Services. Pray For An End To This Virus And A Return To Worshiping God Together As A Church.

Assembly of God

First Assembly of God, Bonham 1650 N. Center Bonham, TX 75418 (903) 583-5883

Baptist

Allen’s Point Baptist Church 310 CR 2775 Honey Grove, TX 75446 903378-7038 Bailey Bible Baptist Church 205 Leslie Bailey, Texas 75413

Baptist

Church of God

Gathering Tine Cabin Ministry 487 CR 2105 Ivanhoe, TX Bro. Abe Ogea Pastor 903-449-0180

Lannius Church of God 2803 Hwy 897 Dodd City, TX 75438 903-623-3007

Christian

Grace Reformed Baptist Church 2800 N. 10th St Honey Grove TX 903-364-4254

First Christian Church of Bonham 701 N Main Street Bonham, TX 75418 903.583.2227

Episcopal

Ivanhoe Baptist Church 4063 NO.FM 273 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 (903)5832359

Bethlehem Baptist Church “The House Honey Grove Cowboy Church of Bread” 1415 Franklin Avenue, 3050 Hwy 100 North Honey Grove, TX Bonham, TX 7541 Office: 903-583-8061 Lamasco Baptist Church 346 CR 2615 Bois D’Arc Creek Cowboy Church Telephone, Texas 75488 903-664-2454 Hwy 121 & Edhube Road Phone 903-583-1671 Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 1409 W. Market St. Honey Grove, Texas Boyd Baptist Church 3707 St. Hwy. 78 N 75446 (903) 378-7835 Bonham, Texas Phone (903) 583-7288 Little Bethel Baptist Church Calvary Baptist Church 913 S. 5th St PO Box 63 Ladonia, Texas 75449 Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-3910 Phone (903)367-7708 Central Baptist Church (Fundmental, Independent) 709 Union Ave. Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 505-4124

Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Rt 1 Box 101B, PO Box 73, Ladonia, Texas 75449 Phone (903)367-7009

Corinth Baptist Church 277 CR 1150 North of Bonham on Highway 78 903 583 2750

New Zion Baptist Church 627 County Road 1265 Bonham, TX 75418 903-961-2027

Dial Baptist Church 16816 FM 1550 Honey Grove, TX 75446 903-378-7070

Holy Trinity Episcopal Church 623 Star Street (W 7th & Star Street) 903-583-7112

Latter-day Saints

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints Bonham Ward 1540 S Hwy 78 (903) 583-4949

Lutheran

St. James Lutheran Church 14394 E FM 1396 Windom Tx 75492 Phone:903-378-7116

Methodist

Congregational Methodist Church corner of Hwy 121 and W 13th St. PO Box 386 Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-7380 Christian Chapel CME 1005 West Market St. Honey Grove, Tx 75446 903-378-3518 Ector United Methodist Church 401 Church St. Ector, Texas 75439 (903) 961-2015

Ravenna Baptist Church 100 Elm Street Ravenna, Texas 75476 First United Methodist Church of Leonard 206 N. Main / PO Box 218 Leonard, Duplex Baptist Church 313 CR 2102 Rising Son Cowboy Church TX 75452 903-587-3463 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-664-3175 1526 CR 2010 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-640-3377 First United Methodist Church of TrenEctor Baptist Church P.O. Box 248 ton 211 North Second Street @ Hunt Ector, Texas 75439 (903) 961-2175 Sandy Baptist Church Ravenna, Texas Trenton, TX 75490 903-989-2378 75476 (903) 583-9546 Edhube Baptist Church 595 FM 2815 First United Methodist Church of BonBonham, TX 75418 903-583-2840 Seventh & Main Baptist Church 617 ham 801 Star Bonham, Texas 75418 N. Main Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) (903) 583-3314 Elwood Baptist Intersection of CR 2125 583-8679 and CR 2544 near Ivanhoe, Texas Grove Hill Methodist Church Telephone Baptist Church located on 5501 FM 1553 Leonard, TX 75452 Faith Independent Baptist Church FM 273 in Telephone Office phone: 12676 W Hwy 82 Savoy, Tx 75479 903-664-2377 Marvin United Methodist Church 903-965-5517 Office Phone 903-364-2411 FM 898 E Primera Iglesia Baustia Hispana 1134 FM Whitewright, Texas Fannin Bible Baptist Church (Fundmental, 273 Bonham, Texas 75418 903-583-5727 Independent) 903/583-3581 Mulberry United Methodist Church, Trinity Baptist Church 219 W. Denison 5638 FM 274, Ravenna, TX 75476, First Baptist Church of Bailey Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-3388 phone 1-888-311-8508 PO Box 221 Bailey, Texas 75413 (903)583-4793 Valley Creek Baptist Church 3615 FM McKenzie United Methodist Church 896, Leonard, TX 75452 903-587-2386 in Honey Grove 700 N. 6th St. Honey First Baptist Church of Bonham 710 Grove, Texas 75446 903-378-2315 N. Center Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) Westside Baptist Church 1500 West 583-8519 Main Honey Grove, Texas 75446 903- Telephone United Methodist Church, 378-3468 360 CR 2145, Telephone, Texas First Baptist Church of Dodd City PO Box 47 Dodd City, Texas 75438-0047 Windom Baptist Church PO Box 1026 Windom United Methodist Church (903)583-4465 Windom, TX 75492 (903) 623-2215 207 Second Street PO Box 936 Windom, TX 75492 940-390-0146 First Baptist Church of Honey Grove Wild Horse Creek Cowboy Church PO Box 124 Honey Grove, Texas 75446 2992 CR 2285 Telephone, Texas 75488 Pleasant Grove CME Church box 34 (903)378-2768 903-486-1630 Ladonia TX 75449 Hwy 64 903-367-7870

Catholic

First Baptist Church of Ladonia 301 East Main Ladonia, Texas 75449-100 (903)367-7038

St. Elizabeth Catholic Church corner of 10th & Maple Bonham, TX office 903-583-7734

First Baptist Church of Leonard 100 East Thomas St. [PO Box 1146] Leonard, TX 75452 (903) 587-2250

Church of Christ Leonard, Texas 75452 (903) 587-2229

Church of Christ

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

Ector Church of Christ Hwy 56 & Cedar St. Ector, Texas 903.965.4398 Katy Blvd Church of Christ 411 Katy Blvd Bonham, TX 75418 706-294-5996 Midway Church of Christ Hwy 56 W Bonham 903 583 3989

Non-Denominational

Golden Gospel Church 4435 County Road 2610 in Bonham, Texas

Presbyterian

First Presbyterian Church of Bonham 818 N. Main St. Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-2014 First Presbyterian Church of Leonard 112 W. Thomas St. Leonard, Texas 75452 (903) 989-2771

Northside Church of Christ 2020 N. Center Main Street Presbyterian Church Bonham, Texas 75418 (903)583-3484 P.O. Box 188 or 504 E. Main St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 (903) 739-2567 Savoy Church of Christ P.O. Box 212 Savoy, (903) 965-7344

Church of God

Bonham Living Word Church of God First Fannin Baptist Hispanic Church Rt. 699 E Hwy82 Bonham,TX 75418 4 Box 10 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) Phone: (903) 583-5655 583-5727 First Pentecostal Church of God Gober Baptist Church P.O. Box 82 1850 S HWY 121 Bonham, Texas 75418 Wolfe City, Texas 75496 (903) 583-2378 (903) 583-7878

Central

United Pentecostal

Calvary United Pentecostal Church 1190 Hwy 56 W Bonham Texas 903-583-4346 United Pentecostal Church P.O. Box 216 Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) 965-4627 Peace Tabernacle UPC 16020 CR 635 Trenton, Texas (972) 752-4054

Lee Jackson, Pastor Cell: 903.505.4124

Sunday School 10:00 Worship Service 11:00 Wednesday @ 7:00

BAPTIST CHURCH

BONHAM, TEXAS

Nazarene

Bonham Community Church 347 FM 273 Bonham, TX 228-563-0423

A Place To Call Home

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Ravenna Volunteer Fire Department increases water supply for remote fire suppression

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RAVENNA, Texas – Ravenna Volunteer Fire Department now has a new 3,000-gallon water tender thanks to a cost share grant through the Rural Volunteer Fire Department Assistance Program administered by Texas A&M Forest Service. The tender also has a remotecontrolled deck gun, back-up camera and can pump water from a pool or other water source. “This new addition to our fleet will help to meet any challenges that we may have had in water availability in the more remote places of our protection area,” said Ravenna VFD Fire Chief Andy Walker. Ravenna VFD and other mutual aid departments work together to offer fire service to

their communities and rural areas. “The tender will not only benefit our department but the surrounding departments that we mutual aid with,” said Walker. “It is important to be able to function as one unit when responding as a mutual aid department so we trained together on this tender allowing us to work as a well-oiled machine when the call comes for a big wildland or structure fire.” Fire Chief Walker appreciates community support even in these uncertain times of COVID19. “This year we missed our fund raisers but some of the community still sent in a few donations,” said Walker. “Hopefully in the near future we can have

an event and show off our new tender that is so important to fire suppression in our area.” Texas A&M Forest Service is committed to protecting lives and property through the Rural Volunteer Fire Department Assistance Program, a cost share program funded by Texas State Legislature and administered by Texas A&M Forest Service. This program provides funding to rural Volunteer Fire Departments for the acquisition of firefighting vehicles, fire and rescue equipment, protective clothing, dry-hydrants, computer systems and firefighter training. For more information on programs offered by Texas A&M Forest Service, please visit http://texasfd.com.

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By Rich Hilliard

DODD CITY -- Making it to State in any sport equates an accomplishment. Nothing guarantees a repeat trip will follow. Making it back to the Class 1A State girls cross country competition would have been an accomplishment for Dodd City’s Lindsey Mauppin. However, it also seemed most likely. Last fall, she placed 25th in 13:06.7 in the 1A State girls race and earned all-state honors in 1A in cross country from the Texas Girls Coaches Association. But the sophomore encountered an obstacle -- one all too common in 2020 -- en route back to Round Rock: COVID-19. Mauppin, who had led the Lady Hornets team thus far this season, had to enter a COVID-19 quarantine with other family members in late October. “She ran at Commerce (on Oct. 17) and then at the regional meet (on Nov. 9), but had to miss (the practice meet) at Miller Grove and district,” said Dodd City head cross country coach Bruce Mauppin, who joined daughter Lindsey and son Brody, a junior, in the quarantine. In the meantime, Lindsey Mauppin, while at home, could only try to stay ready -- and hope. “My brother (Brody),” she said, “ran with me every day to help me practice.” However, whether she would have a chance to run again at

advancing as a team -- including Lindsey Mauppin -- for the second-straight season to regionals. That left the rest up to her. On Nov. 9, Lindsey Mauppin finished sixth in the overall standings of the girls 3200m Region III-1A race in 13:39.64 at the Jesse Owens Memorial Athletic Complex in Dallas to individually qualify. “It’s amazing [to advance again]. I could not have done it without my teammates,” she said. “They got me to regionals to compete.” “It hurt her not competing versus the boys at practice,” said Coach Mauppin. “For her to maintain her workouts while at home, it shows a lot about her -- how she stayed in shape and competitive. “Also, her teammates had to finish in the top two at district for her to have Dodd City sophomore Lindsey a chance to run at reMauppin runs on Nov. 16 as part gionals to give her the of her preparation for a second- opportunity,” he said, straight trip to the Class 1A State “I’m as proud of her girls cross country competition on teammates as I am of her.” Nov. 23 in Round Rock. Lindsey Mauppin Photo by Rich Hilliard will run in the 1A girls state 3200-meter race regionals -- and vie for another on Monday, Nov. 23, at 9 a.m. advance to State -- depended at Old Settler’s Park in Round on the Lady Hornets’ finish at Rock. the District 23-1A Girls Meet “I want to be in the Top 25, on Oct. 28 at Miller Grove. but I really want my time to be They did their part. better,” she said. “It’s more imDodd City’s girls finished portant to me than placement.” again as the district runner-up,

By Rich Hilliard MABANK -- Playing on the State stage has become common the last few years for

ed 10 kills, three blocks and two digs with an ace apiece for the Lady Hornets (19-5) who reached their first regional final in volleyball since a threepeat advance that far from 1999-2001. Junior Tori Dotson garnered six kills with a dig and an ace, junior Kylee Graves had four assists and three digs and sophomore Rion Baccus made four kills with a dig for Dodd City, which bettered its previous two postseason campaigns in volleyball by two rounds. Sophomore Camryn McCarley added two blocks for the Lady Hornets who will graduate only the aforementioned seniors off the 2020 team.

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Savoy junior Braeleigh Isom (7) serves on Sept. 8 during District 16-2A volleyball. Photo by Rich Hilliard By Rich Hilliard Senior Journie Hilliard (21) gets a block on Nov. 9 during Dodd City’s Region II-1A volleyball semifinals win over Saint Jo at Callisburg High School. Photo by Rich Hilliard

Volleyball team falls just short of being 1A DC’s latest State squad Class 1A Dodd City. It’s happened in girls basketball thrice, softball twice and once in baseball. Dodd City’s deepest postseason volleyball advance in 19 years ended just short of State on Nov. 13. And, it took a 2019 1A state semifinalist to do it. No. 3 Blum assured itself of a second-straight trip to State -- and second in the last four seasons -- with a 26-24, 25-18, 25-13 defeat of No. 5 Dodd City at Mabank High School in the Region II-1A volleyball final. Senior Dani Baccus had 14 assists and four digs and senior Journie Hilliard collect-

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Dodd City senior Journie Hilliard and Trenton senior Trenton senior Gracie Gracie Holden each made Holden (10) sets the the first team to lead Fannin volleyball on October County players on the All6 during District 16-2A District 16-2A volleyball action. team for 2020. Photo by Rich Hilliard Senior Dani Baccus and junior Tori Dotson placed on the second team for Dodd City, which this month reached its first regional final in volleyball since 2001. Other second-team selections from Fannin included Sam Rayburn freshman Abbi Keeton and senior Maddison Lavoie of Trenton, which with a bi-district trip made its sixth-straight volleyball postseason. Honorable mentions from Fannin were junior Braeleigh Isom and freshman Alyson Bogard of Savoy; sophomore Mariana Caro, junior Viviana Murphy and junior Misty Spindle of Trenton; junior Addyson Nichols of Sam Rayburn; and junior Kylee Graves and sophomore Rion Baccus of Dodd City. Received academic allTrenton senior Maddison district selections from Lavoie (1) leaps en route to a Fannin included: Trenton’s kill attempt on Oct. 6. Catalina Aguilar, Ashley Photo by Rich Hilliard Alexander, Caro, Diamond Hart, Holden, Caitlin Jones, Kali Johnson, Lavoie, Jolee McMahon, Murphy, Danna Orozco, Spindle and Gracie Williams; Dodd City’s Addyson Chaney, Camryn McCarley, Graves, Kadyn McCarley, Hilliard, Dotson and each Baccus; and Sam Rayburn’s Nichols, Avreigh Chaffin, Azlyn Terry, BayDodd City junior Tori Dotson lee Williams, Keeton, prepares to serve on Nov. 9. Makayla Idell, Ella Terry Photo by Rich Hilliard and Kaitlyn Capehart.


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