12-20-22 Leader E-Edition

Santa Letters

Dear Santa you are so good. This year I have been good. Bring me a toy gun also can I have an elf. Love Jackson

Dear Santa you are so nise. This year I have been nise. Can you bring me a Goo Jit Zu car also a black panther, a skateboard and a lego set. Love Knox

Dear Santa you are so sweet. This year I have been good. Can you bring me a Gabby dollhouse also can I have a kinetic sand and toy cat. Love Sophia

Dear Santa, you are so good. This year I have been good. Can you bring me a RC car. can I also have a book and kinetic sand. Love Devon

Dear Santa, you are so strong. This year I have been strong and nice. Bring me a knife, ary gun, and a monster truck. Can I also have soggu doggy, a game machine and ghostbuster.

Love Westan

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The saying, it takes a village… is one that is familiar to most everyone! But in our case, it takes a village to support Open Arms Shelter is very true! We have all kinds of people who partner with us that devote time, energy, and effort to help us stay viable. One of the resources in our

that we would like to recognize are those local food establishments that work with us on a regular basis this year to provide meals for our residents. •JUBA PIZZA

AMIGOS •ROMA’S

ROW Without you, we would not be nearly as effective at our

ministry to provide shelter, hope and encouragement!

We SALUTE YOU and say THANK YOU. We cannot do it without you.

The family of Willie Ray Manning would like to extend our sincere thanks to the Veterans Nursing Home for the care that was given to Willie during his stay there. Thanks to the nurses, CNA’s and others’ care for him.

To Boyd Baptist Church for their prayers, phone calls and friends in this difficult time.

To Cooper Sorrells for their service and to Bro. Rex Jackson, Bro. Mike Allred, Steve Arthur’s beautiful message.

Mary Manning and family Mary Long (Lloyd)

Grandchildren

Great Grandchildren

Dear Santa you are so nice. This year I have been good. Can you bring me a hoverboard. Can I also have a toy sleigh, a toy spoon and a toy bow. Love Thoren

Dear Santa, you are so jolly. This year I have been so good. Can you bring me a toy truck can you also bring me a barbie, mermaid, a baby mermaid a toy rudolph and a gift card. Love Savannah

Dear Santa, Hello! How are you and Ms Clause? Are the reindeers and the big night! I have been good s too it leotard write. Can you please for my house. My family would to New York. I will leave Pepsi and eos for you and carrots cookies for the reindeers and elves.

Dear Santa, how are you? can I get a toy car and a Lego set. I need a trampleen. My famlei needs new Blankets. Sincerely, Beau

Dear Santa, I Love you so much I want th anthing you can thek of. momand dad need a Day off HadleyWans a Big htndow Love charlie

Dear Santa, Hello, How are you and mrscbus? I hof bin a gib boy. Ples breing mi o monstr truk. Pleo bring neksler fof mi dad. I will lev kookes for you. Love Jonothan

Dear Santa, Hello! How or you and the redir? I have ben a good boy. I help Nimloat robd ples bring a xbox. I wot a nakies for NPMI. I wilolv cookes anbml for you. Love, Adlan

Dear Santa, He How are you and Mrs Clays? I been a good boy Klenm I drun room. I want gwernn pies bring mom a Nekies. I iev a pesey and Kookey for you. Love, Aarod

Dear Santa, Hulo hp11ore you and mishis clos how are the elves. I take cer of my siblings can you plees bring me a my little poohee epme form swich my mom wuns me to be a baby and I will Deber.

Haisley

Dear Santa, Hello! How are you and Mrs. Claus? Are the reindeerready for the big night? I have been a good stoodit. I help my friends when they fell. Can you pleas bring me a Barley one jarem. My mom and dad would like for many sistr. I milk and cookies will leave for you. Merry Christmas

Love Evelyn

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Lucy

Dear Santa, Hollo how is Mrs Claus I have been a good grol that iisens to my teacher and mom can you please bring me books? I also would need food please I want to give my babe sister a gift I will leave you a of milk and cookee and cerpts for your reindeers. It will leave you oryois for the elfs.

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Merry Christmas Love Olivia

Dear Santa, Heb! Hay are you and Mrs Claus? Are the ran rane deer and elfs reade for the big nite? I have been a good grl. I can bring to my teer. Can you bring me a apple ifone. My floomie wat lik a pupe. I will leev you a treet for you.

Aveiyn

Dear Santa, Hello How are you and ms clous are the elfs? I have bin good be cus I help my sisnp I have bin a good boy senta plese giv me a pla sasnine five. Can you plese bring my sistnr and me macning close with rander on it. I will leeve cooceeies for you.

Love Ivan

Dear Santa, Hello! How is the redhs doing? We luve you santa . been good grl I whk hrd on my school wrk. Cen you pleas brane my family a suf 4mi? I will ces etid melk for you and I will lev caels for the rodhs.

Dawn

Dear Santa, My name is Hazle. I have been very nice this year. I hope to find these presents under my Christmas tree: puppy dog purse, Bluey toys, Barbie Dollhouse. When you visit, I’ll make sure to leave some milk and cookies for you, and carrots for your reindeer too!

Love, Hazle

Dear Santa, My name is Ayden. I have been very nice this year. I hope to find these presents under my Christmas tree: balloon, markers, headphones, toy truck. When you visit, I’ll make sure to leave some milk and cookies for you, and carrots for your reindeer too!

Love, Ay pen

Dear Santa, How are you. I wood like a.... Phone and A Bardey grent that is all for now. Sincerely, kandie

Dear Santa, My name is Alex. I have been very nice this year. I hope to find these presents under my Christmas tree: firetruck, police car, Hulk.

When you visit, I’ll make sure to leave some milk and cookies for you, and carrots for your reindeer too!

Love, Alex

Dear Santa, My name is Liam. I have been very nice this year. I hope to find these presents under my Christmas tree: Power Rangers, Power Sword, costume.

When you visit, I’ll make sure to leave some milk and cookies for you, and carrots for your reindeer too!

Love, Liam

Dear Santa, My name is Jeylin. I have been very nice this year. I hope to find these presents under my Christmas tree: Ipad, phone, monkey, elephant. When you visit, I’ll make sure

to leave some milk and cookies for you, and carrots for your reindeer too!

Love, Jeylin

Dear Santa, My name is Paisley. I have been very nice this year. I hope to find these presents under my Christmas tree: headphones, Christmas coloring book, Lego set. When you visit, I’ll make sure to leave some milk and cookies for you, and carrots for your reindeer too!

Love, PAiSJEY

Dear Santa, My name is Karson. I have been very nice this year. I hope to find these presents under my Christmas tree: Power Rangers, Bumble Bee toy, Venom guy. When you visit, I’ll make sure to leave some milk and cookies for you, and carrots for your reindeer too!

Dear Santa, My name is Jakayveon. I have been very nice this year. I hope to find these presents under my Christmas tree: toy motorcycle, coloring books, games. When you visit, I’ll make sure to leave some milk and cookies for you, and carrots for your reindeer too!

Love, Jakarueon

Dear Santa, My name is Serenity. I have been very nice this year. I hope to find these presents under my Christmas tree: toy car, baby / mom tyoys, books. When you visit, I’ll make sure to leave some milk and cookies for you, and carrots for your reindeer too!

Love, Sererity

Dear Santa, My name is Easton. I have been very nice this year. I hope to find these presents under my Christmas tree: fire station, fire trucks, helicopter. When you visit, I’ll make sure to leave some milk and cookies for you, and carrots for your reindeer too!

Love, Easton

Dear Santa, My name is Makyzhia. I have been very nice this year. I hope to find these presents under my Christmas tree: Dinosaur, toy truck, clothes. When you visit, I’ll make sure to leave some milk and cookies for you, and carrots for your reindeer too!

Love, Oakyztia

Dear Santa, I have been very good this year. I was nice to my best friend, and I helped my mom do chores. For Christmas, I would like an LOL doll and a reindeer. I will leave you some cookies and milk. Thank you!

Love, Lyana

Dear Santa, I have been very good this year. I was nice to my frenies, and I helped my mom clen shis. For Christmas, I would like gnstistore and bibl cacs. I will leave you some cookies and milk. Thank you!

Love, Mart

Frauds and Scams

Constable Kevin Mayberry / John E. Hunt, Sr. Fannin County Constable PCT 3 Crime Prevention Program

This is the time of year that all manners of frauds and schemes become more intense and if you can name it someone is going to try it. The holiday season, especially Christmas is a time that phone calls and letters come wanting money for one cause or another. Some are valid and some are not, be careful who you are giving your money too.

Frauds and Scams have been around from the beginning of time in one form or another and with the increase in technology on the internet, Facebook, Craig’s list and other selling mediums it has become a major problem for law enforcement. Each year mil-

lions of citizens are defrauded or scammed out of billions of dollars through one action or another.

Someone wants to sell an expensive item on Craig’s List or another forum, a “buyer” contacts the seller and they agree on a price. The “Buyer” instructs the sell that he will put a certified check overnight to the seller then the seller is supposed to immediately send the item overnight to an address. Shipment is made, the happy seller goes to the bank and cashes the check, happy with his/her money. Two or three weeks go by and the bank calls the seller, the check has bounced. Oh my goodness it was phony cashiers check!

Remember what I said about technology? This is easier than counterfeiting money. Law enforcement report is made, local

law enforcement go to the address and find an empty lot or abandoned house. The “buyer” has the schedule of the USPS or about when FedEx or UPS hits the neighborhood and is there waiting to take possession of the package.

You get an email stating that your XXXXX account is being updated and they need your password, social security number, checking account number and PIN, phone number, date of birth, etc. . They want a lot of information and with just this they can have your entire life in 10 minutes or less.

If you are buying something on line make sure that the description matches the item. You can be reasonably safe with a company like AMAZON and others on new items, but if you’re using EBay or one of the other sites, ask lots of questions.

These criminals target the elderly and shut-in’s a great deal. Check comes in the mail

stating that you have just won a sizable amount of money, to claim this you need to procure $$$ worth of gift cards, maybe from Walmart or some other chain store and mail them to a specific address. IT IS A FRAUD! If you are a cashier at a business that sells gift cards please question anyone purchasing a large sum of money in cards, especially older customers. You do not have to press for personal information but do ask if they are sure what they are purchasing the cards for.

If you receive a check for a large sum of money that you have no idea about, the letter will tell you that you have won, inherited, or part of a large settlement and the tell you that you need to buy gift cards in the amount of $$ and to call a 1-800 to receive the money and someone will tell you where to send the money to and send them immediately. The check will be on an out

of state bank , call 411 for the city the bank is in then call the bank and tell them about the check. DO NOT CASH THAT CHECK! They will take the information, and if not already active, they will call the FBI to start an investigation.

A contractor shows up at

your door wanting to roof your house at a discounted price or do work inside the house. Again usually elderly and shut ins are the targets for these criminals.

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Dogs Are Den Animals

By Gregg Flowers

It’s not unusual for me to run into dog owners who feel like crating their dog is comparable to using a cage, or they tell me “Fluffy didn’t like her crate”, and they just give up on the idea. The problem with his thinking is that a crate is the most natural thing in the world for your dog to love. Because the domestic dog is just a few chromosomes away from being a wolf, he is hardwired to love a den-like structure. Show me a dog who doesn’t have a crate, and I’ll show you a little guy who demonstrates “denning” behavior anyway. He’ll get under tables or beds, or find his favorite little corner. When the mother wolf goes about her business, she leaves those puppies in the den for their own safety. As the pups learn more about basic ground rules and so on, they get

more and more freedom over time. - One of my first gurus, Barbara Woodhouse, who had a TV series about training dogs in the 80s and who wrote a number of books on the subject, was using orange crates with straw in them as crates, long before they were a commercial idea.

Perhaps the most important aspect of crating, is that a crate is absolutely the ticket for housebreaking, because dogs have an aversion to soiling their den. But even though Max has wolf in his DNA, it’s important to proceed gingerly when acclimating your puppy (or any dog) to a crate. You can’t just throw him in there and expect him to like it. - It’s wise to get a crate just big enough for Max to lay down in and turn around, because if a crate is too big, some puppies will choose to pee on one end, and sleep on the other. - Next time, more on crate training.

Fannin County

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

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 Phone 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

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

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

Duplex Baptist Church 313 CR 2102 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-664-3175

Ector Baptist Church P.O. Box 248 Ector, Texas 75439 (903) 961-2175

Edhube Baptist Church 595 FM 2815 Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-2840

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)583-4793

First Baptist Church of Bonham 710 N. Center Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-8519

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

Hebrews 10:25 (KJV) Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is;

Fannin County Commissioners Court Meeting –Storm Assistance Discussed

By Rose Schwartz

which passed.

Honey Grove Cowboy Church 3050 Hwy 100 North Honey Grove, TX

Ivanhoe Baptist Church 4063 NO.FM 273 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 (903)583-2359

Joyful Light Baptist Church 4695 FM 2645 Savoy, TX 75418 903-436-5440

Saints 3375 S outh h wy 121 - B onham 903-583-1671 ● P a S tor K evin L ane Sunday Services at 10:45 • Women’s Bible Study Tuesdays 6:45 Young Adults Bible Study Wednesdays @ 6:30

Lamasco Baptist Church 346 CR 2615 Telephone, Texas 75488 903-664-2454

Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 1409 W. Market St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 (903) 378-7835

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 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

West Shady Grove Baptist Church 13665 East Line Road Trenton, TX

Windom Baptist Church 203 1st Street Windom, TX 75492 (903) 623-2215

Wild Horse Creek Cowboy Church 2992 CR 2285 Telephone, Texas 75488 903-486-1630

& Maple

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

Episcopal

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

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints, Bonham 1540 S Hwy 78 (903) 851-4954

Tuesday, December 13, 2022, Fannin County Judge Randy Moore called to order at 9:00 a.m., the Regular Meeting of the Fannin County Commissioners Court. Quorum was established as all County Commissioners and County Judge were present. Invocation was led by Pastor Tony Whitehead of the Bonham Community Church. Pledges were led by Major James Manis, retired accompanied by SSgt Rebecca Figaro USMC, retired. There were no Introductions.

newest approved candidate to the Child Welfare Board. After listing Ms. Wilson’s qualifications, Ms. Magness commented on the diverseness and excellence of experience held by all the current board members. Commissioner Lane then made the motion to appoint Ashley Wilson to the Child Welfare Board. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Self and the motion passed unanimously.

Honey Grove Church Of Christ - 403 W. Main St. Honey Grove, TX 75446 903-227-2606

Katy

Baptist Catholic Church of God

St. James Lutheran Church 14394 E FM 1396 Windom Tx 75492 Phone: 903-583-5155

First 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

First United Methodist Church of Leonard 206 N. Main / PO Box 218 Leonard, TX 75452 903-587-3463

First United Methodist Church of Trenton 211 North Second Street @ Hunt Trenton, TX 75490 903-989-2378

First United Methodist Church of Bonham 801 Star Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-3314

Grove Hill Methodist Church 5501 FM 1553 Leonard, TX 75452

Marvin United Methodist Church Office Phone 903-364-2411 FM 898 E Whitewright, Texas

Mulberry United Methodist Church, 5638 FM 274, Ravenna, TX 75476, phone 1-888-311-8508

McKenzie United Methodist Church 701 N. 7th Street Honey Grove, TX 75446 (903) 203-4455

Windom United Methodist Church 207 Second Street PO Box 936 Windom, TX 75492 940-390-0146

Pleasant Grove CME Church box 34 Ladonia TX 75449 Hwy 64 903-367-7870

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

5. Public Forum: U.S. Small Business Administration Public Information Officer Barbara Nitis, spoke to inform those who suffered losses during the severe weather outbreak of November 4th, that low interest government loans are available for homeowners, ranchers and non-profit organizations including places of worship. Ms. Nitis explained how homeowners can get up to $200,000.00 to repair damage to homes with up to $40,000.00 being available to replace personal property (renters meeting criteria on a primary residence may also be assisted with the personal property loan.) For businesses and houses of worship, loans up to $2,000,000.00 may be available to assist with damage to real estate, machinery, equipment, supplies and inventory. She quoted interest rates of 2.31%, 3.30% and 2.37% for the different categories and noted there is a deadline of January 17, 2023, to apply for these loans. For more information and/or to apply for these loans, one can go to SBA.gov or call 1-800659-2955.

Next to speak was a citizen of Fannin County who was speaking about Covid-19 vaccine injections and subsequent booster shots.

6. Discussion, consideration and action to approve new Child Welfare Board member; vetted and approved by the CPS in Austin – County Judge for Brenda Magness: Fannin County Child Welfare Board Member Brenda Magness first thanked the court for all their assistance to the children of Fannin County before naming Ashley Wilson as the

7. Discussion, consideration and action to approve minutes from 07/12/2022 (R), 08/11/2022 (S), 09/27/2022 (S), 11/15/2022 (R) and 12/06/2022 (R) – County Judge for County Clerk: A motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve with Commissioner Lane seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

13. Discussion, consideration and action to approve variance request for installation of an Aerobic Treatment System on 0.823 acres on Main Street in Dodd City, Property ID 133018 – County Judge for Environmental Development Director: Ms. Wilson explained how the Dodd City Council had addressed this at their meeting and recommended the variance request be granted. Commissioner Self made a motion to approve the variance with Commissioner Lackey seconding the motion which passed.

8. Report of monies collected by the Fannin County Clerk’s office for November 2022; All Courts $15,789.00, Land Records $30,619.50 – County Judge for County Clerk: Informational only, no action needed.

9. Report of monies received by the Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 office for November 2022; $9,227.00 – County Judge (for JP 1): Informational only, no action needed.

10. Report of monies received by the Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 office for November 2022; $3,714.00 – County Judge (for JP 3): Informational only, no action needed.

11. Discussion, consideration and action to approve a one-time severance of 5 acres on CR 2700 in Telephone, Property ID 78301 in Precinct 3; one 2-acre lot and one 3-acre lot – Commissioner Precinct 3 for Development Services Director: Fannin County Development Services Director Kasie Thomas explained the reason for the request and noted taxes had been paid with utilities letters received. Commissioner Magness made a motion to approve with Commissioner Lackey seconding the motion which passed.

14. Discussion, consideration and action regarding Unclaimed Property Capital Credits received in the amount of $36,703.25 –County Judge: Judge Moore noted how this was discussed in the previous week’s court and after some discussion it was decided there was still more information needed before decisions could be made. Commissioner Magness made the motion to table this item for another week with Commissioner Lane seconding the motion which passed.

15. Discussion, consideration and action to approve the Substantial Completion Certificate to the Texas Historical Commission for the Fannin County Courthouse and authorize County Judge to sign on behalf of the Commissioners Court – County Judge: Judge Moore explained why this was needed and Commissioner Magness made the motion to approve with Commissioner Lane seconding the motion which passed.

Blvd Church of Christ 411 Katy Blvd Bonham, TX 75418 706-294-5996

Bonham Living Word Church of God- 699 E Hwy82 Bonham,TX 75418 Phone: (903) 583-5655 Lannius Church of God 2803 Hwy 897 Dodd City, TX 75438 903-623-3007 Church of Christ Leonard, Texas 75452 (903) 587-2229 Ector Church of Christ Hwy 56 & Cedar St. Ector, Texas 903.965.4398 Ivanhoe Church of Christ P.O. Box 322290 CR 2040 Ivanhoe, TX 75447

Pentecostal

SR Church P.C.G. 1850 S HWY 121 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 640-3025

Lutheran Presbyterian

First Presbyterian Church of Leonard 112 W. Thomas St. Leonard, Texas 75452 (903) 989-2771

CALVARY UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH

When: Sun. 10:30am. Wed. 7:00pm Where: 1190 Hwy 56 W. Bonham.

Pastor: Steven Luton, 903-583-4346

12. Discussion, consideration and action to approve variance request for Property ID 128837, FM 1629 in Bonham; to allow use of current 600 gallons per day aerobic system in place of a 720-gallons per day system with the adding of additional square footage to home –County Judge for Environmental Development Director: Diane Wilson of Fannin County Environmental Development spoke to explain the need for this variance request. After some discussion a motion was made by Commissioner Self to approve the request with Commissioner Lackey seconding the motion

16. Discussion, consideration and action to set the Hotel Occupancy Tax rate in Fannin County for the unincorporated areas – County Judge: Judge Moore began a discussion about how county EDCs in other counties have been beneficial to their counties by utilizing hotel occupancy taxes. During the conversation it was clarified that this was a tax rate that would be charged to visitors to the county utilizing hotels and more planning needed to be in place before deciding the rate. Judge Moore noted this would be passed on for now.

17. Discussion, consideration and action to approve the Fannin County Soil and Water Conservation District’s Encroachments within Easements of Floodwater Retarding Structures and Reservoirs Manual – County Judge: Judge Moore referred the court to the manual provided to them and noted his approval of the quality of the work done on this for the county. Commissioner Magness then made the motion to approve the manual with Commissioner Lane seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

18. Discussion, consideration and action to approve payment of bills – County

Church of Christ P.O. Box 212 Savoy, (903) 965-7344

Calvary United Pentecostal Church 1190 Hwy 56 W Bonham Texas 903-583-4346

Main Street Presbyterian Church P.O. Box 188 or 504 E. Main St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 (903) 249-1325 A Place To Call Home

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

Please view our Sunday Morning services @ cbcfannin on Facebook or CBC Bonham-Youtube cbcmissionsbonhamtx@gmail.com

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Judge for County Auditor: A motion was made, seconded and passed to approve payment of bills.

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19. EXECUTIVE SES-

SION: Personnel Matters – a closed meeting will be held pursuant to Sec. 551.074 of the Government Code for (1) deliberation of personnel matters regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or (2) to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee – regarding District Attorney Employees –County Judge: A motion was made, seconded and passed to enter into Executive Session at 9:53 a.m. After some time passed, a motion was made, seconded and passed to enter back into Regular Session at 10:48 a.m.

20. Discussion, consideration and action regarding Personnel Executive Session – County Judge: Judge Moore noted that county employee salaries were dis-

cussed and there would be more deliberations on this next week.

21. Discussion, consideration and action to reconsider location of courthouse office workspaces – County

Judge: Judge Moore noted how there are some offices and staff whose current location has not been as efficient as needed and listed minor changes that have been suggested for better workflow.

Commissioner Lane made the motion to move the Treasurer’s Office to the second floor, move the Purchasing Agent into what was the Treasurer’s Office and that the office for the Purchasing Agent be used for the District Attorneys Office on Wednesday mornings. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Self and the motion passed unanimously.

22. Comments by County Commissioners and County Judge: Commissioner Lane commented on her appreciation for all who attended today and spoke of possible damages occurring during the morning’s severe weather

outbreak. She then reminded all about the farewell event scheduled for Judge Moore, Wednesday the 21st, and encouraged all to come out to wish him well on his future plans before wishing all a good week. Commissioner Self also thanked all for their attendance before commenting on notifications he was receiving about storm damage in Leonard and wished all a good week. Commissioner Magness thanked all for coming and wished all a good and safe week. Commissioner Lackey stated his hope that there wouldn’t be too much damage from today’s storm and wished all a good week. Judge Moore quoted Scripture verse James 1:5 before commenting on Covid and the flu. He noted he and his wife have always placed their trust in their doctor’s recommendations regarding flu and/ or Covid shots and noted that he believes that is a personal decision that should not be forced on anyone. He noted he will continue to trust in his doctor and advises everyone

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to be cautious as to what they believe regarding those matters. He commented on the presentation of government assistance for those in need and noted his hope was for good decisions to be made by everyone in the county.

23. Adjourn: A motion was made, seconded and passed to adjourn at 11:00 a.m.

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Bonham Heritage Day is fast approaching!

The Creative Arts Center has been honored with presenting Bonham Heritage Day 2023, celebrating the 175th Anniversary of Bonham. Our first Committee Planning meeting will take place on Saturday January 7th, 2023 at 10:30am and we hope you will attend. Committee chairs will be elected, and we ask that you all bring your ideas to the table so we as a team can make this a successful event. Please RSVP by Tuesday January 3rd. Donuts and coffee will be served.

Frauds and Scams

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They want in your house to see what they can come back and steal, or if you let them do work it will be shoddy and when it falls apart they will not be anywhere around. Roofers after a hail storm come out of the wood work, ads go in the paper with a phone number, a front man comes out and the only honest thing you will hear is that the cost is going to be what the insurance check will be. Phone number is an answering service and when it rains again and the roof leaks they are gone. Be aware of whom you are dealing with…. Citizen receives a call from the IRS or the FBI stating that $$$$$ is owed on back taxes and if not paid immediately to and address(usually PO Box)

that the citizen will go to jail, they may also want you to verify your Social Security Number, date of birth and banking information. The IRS and the FBI DO NOT MAKE THOSE TYPE PHONE CALLS!

The McGruff poster list several precautions that you should be aware of, be alert and pay attention. If you are a son or daughter of an elderly person, watch over them, if you’re a parent; make sure your child is not getting into a problem area. All of these people that I have talked about are criminals, and they may not just be from this country. These are all very real scenarios that happen every day in Fannin County with millions of dollars lost to these criminals every day.

BE ALERT, PAY ATTENTION, AND IF IT SOUNDS TO GOOD TO BE TRUE IT IS PROBABLY A FRAUD OF A SCAM. REPORT IT BEFORE YOU ARE A VICTIUM.

Dear Friends of Bonham,

1. Consider and take action to approve minutes of the November 14th regular meeting: A motion was made, seconded and passed unanimously to approve.

2. Consider and take action to accept financial report for month ending November 30, 2022: Bonham’s Finance Supervisor Michelle Burnett began her report by noting how the first few months of a fiscal year finds the General Fund in a deficit due to the majority of the city’s revenue being generated from December

through March and concluded with the report that the 2021 Audit would be completed by the end of January. A motion was made, seconded and passed unanimously to accept the report.

3. Citizens Opportunity to Speak: [The City Council invites persons 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. State law prohibits the City Council from considering deliberations on any item not listed on the posted City Council agenda]: A new resident of Bonham spoke to inquire of any plans existing to have the city council meetings recorded in the future. She also asked who the Bonham Library Board answered to regarding

book selection and other matters. City Manager Sean Pate expounded on the history of the library beginning with an ordinance created in 1968 and explained how the board is a separate entity that has a direct relationship with the Director of Library Services with the Library Director reporting to the city. Mr. Pate then explained that there is a work in progress to enable the meetings to be broadcast through the city’s website portal with the end goal to have the city council meetings recorded and uploaded to the website for view by citizens and visitors.

4. Presentation of plaque to Employee of the Quarter: Bonham’s Human Resources Director Brad Nichols announced that Bonham’s Fire Department Lieutenant Jesse Garcia, has been named the City of Bonham Employee of the 4th Quarter of 2022. He described Lt. Garcia as having been employed by the City since September of 2007. Mr. Nichols noted that Lt. Garcia started his career as a voluntary firefighter, and has continually impressed others with his work ethic, integrity and dedication. Lt. Garcia oversees training volunteer firefighters, tutors new hires for their paramedic National Registry exam and continuously goes above and beyond for the department, the City of Bonham and citizens.

5. Consider and take action to approve a SUP/Zoning Change request for PID #83431, located on the north side of Old Ector Rd across from Sid and Oldham St, from Local Business to Planned Development: Bonham’s Director of Community Development Mark Kinnaird explained how the owners of the property have plans for single family residential development as well as multi-family residential. He referred the council to drawings of plans provided by the owners and noted how this went before the Planning and Zoning Commission in November and how the commission’s recom-

mendation is to approve the request. A motion was then made by Councilman John Burnett to approve the request with Councilman Wayne Moore seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

6. Consider and take action to create a committee for future renaming of streets and public buildings: Mayor Compton explained how he has requested Councilman Michael Evans to head up this committee and noted Wayne Moore will also be a member of the committee. Mr. Pate began a discussion of how criteria will need to be established by the committee for the sake of uniformity. During the discussion, it was determined that the committee should also be comprised of two Bonham citizens and one more council member. Bonham resident Rusty Deats volunteered to be on the committee with the other citizen and council member to be determined at a later date. A motion was made by Wayne Moore to create the committee with Councilman Kevin Hayes seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

7. Consider and take action on a resolution setting date, time and place for a public hearing on the proposed annexation of approximately 3.844 acres of land in the J. Whittenburg survey, Abstract Number 1165 and located at the East side of FM 87 and County Road 1535 being PID #128769, said annexation to include a portion of FM 87 contiguous to the property and the City’s boundaries, authorizing the publication of such public hearing and directing the City Manager , or his designee, to prepare a service plan for an area that the City intends to annex into the city limits: Mr. Pate explained how this was the first step of the voluntary annexation process after which he noted a correction on the resolution from a previously set date of January 10 to January 9, 2023 for the public hearing to be scheduled on this matter. Wayne Moore made the motion to establish January 9, 2023, for the public hearing with Kevin Hayes seconding the mo-

tion which passed unanimously.

8. Hold public hearing and consider and take action on an ordinance for the erection of stop signs at sixteen locations: Mayor Compton called a public hearing into order at 5:49 p.m. Bonham’s Chief of Police Mike Bankston then explained how this is a continuation of the process of addressing the need for stop signs at several intersections in the city. Most of the new signs will involve one-way traffic stops with one involving a two-way stop sign at the intersection of Agnew Street and Arledge Street. After a brief discussion on the need for these signs, Mayor Compton noted the hearing was ended at 5:52 p.m. The ordinance for the signs was then read by Sean Pate after which John Burnett made the motion to approve the ordinance with Kevin Hayes seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

9. Hold public hearing and consider and take action on an ordinance requiring individuals, while on city owned property, with animals and/or pets in their possession to be responsible for picking up, containing, and disposing of defecation waste produced by such animals: Mayor Compton called a hearing into order at 5:53 p.m. after which Chief Bankston spoke on the reason this matter was being addressed. Noting how there has been many complaints of defecation waste by animals mainly on the walking track at Powder Creek Park, Chief Bankston expounded on the problem existing at other areas in the city. Sean Pate added his comments on the problem of stepping onto waste with Officer Mark Posey adding a reference to the IPMC ordinance previously adopted by the city that allows the city to act on complaints of someone’s yard that is producing an odor problem to their adjacent neighbor. Also noted was the problem of horse waste being left on streets that will be covered by this ordinance as well as a discussion on the extent this ordinance can be extended to cat owners and problems involving those waste issues. After a discussion on where signage involving this ordinance might be placed, the hearing was ended at 5:58 p.m. Mr. Pate then read the ordinance with clarification made that a penalty clause involving class C fines of up to $200.00 was written into the ordinance for violations. A motion was made by Michael Evans to approve the ordinance with Kevin Hayes seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

10. Adjourn: A motion was made, seconded and passed to adjourn at 6:00 p.m.

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Brad Nichols, Bonham’s Human Resources Director presented the City of Bonham Employee of the Quarter award to Jesse Garcia, Bonham’s Fire Department Lieutenant.

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Brandon Chappell Conviction

Press Release - On Friday, December 2, 2022 a Fannin County Jury handed down a 13-year verdict to Brandon Chappell, a resident of Leonard, Texas. Chappell had been convicted of the first degree felony offense of Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child, by the jury the day before. The Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child under the age of 14, was a lessor included of the offense of Continuous Sexual Assault of a Child. The jury heard testimony from the victim and other family members throughout the trial. Chappell, his wife, and stepchildren moved to Leonard in August of 2016. The victim, Chappell’s stepdaughter who is now 17 years old, testified

the sexual abuse started sometime after the start of her 9th grade school year, and continued until her mother and Chappell separated in 2017.

Leonard Police Department started their investigation in December of 2020 when the victim out cried to Chappell’s ex-wife, who reported the crime. The Fannin County Children’s Center assisted in the investigation by performing the forensic interview.

After the verdict, Chappell was taken into custody and will be transported to a Texas Department of Criminal Justice facility shortly. Chappell’s conviction will require him to register as a Sex Offender for life.

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Dear Santa, For Christmas

I would like English Bulldog cat toy ipad rubix cube cat toy Barbies. Your Friend, Alice

Dear Santa, For Christmas I would like a fishing pole. I would like a 22. Your friend, Caiden

Dear Santa, I want Harry Potter Legos and Harry Potter room decorations. An electric green side by side. And a bike. And new Barbie dolls. And a new blonde wig. And coloring book. Your friend, Addilyn

Dear Santa, I would have for Christmas is Mario Legos and Mario Coloring book and robot cat and cat. Toy and little puppy and a puppy toy/ Your friend, Knox

Dear Santa, For Christmas I would alike a phone and lols and ipad and stickers and new pillows and stamps and

new headphones Your friend, Lexi

Dear Santa, For Christmas I would like a robot cat toy and a robot dog toy and a cat calendar and barbies and a flashlight. Your Friend, Arya

Dear Santa, I would like Legos. Your friend, Keegan

Dear Santa, I want a barbie. I also want a unicorn toy. Also a camera. Your friend, Charlotte

Dear Santa, Can you bring robot tiger I can sit on. I would also like a good old fashioned pink dress. Gabby

Dear Santa, How are you? Will you bring me a TV, a power ranger, tablet, barbie dream house and a go kart and a phone? Love, Gracelynn

Dear Santa, How are you? Will you bring me a transformer, go kart, flying car, elf and RC car? Love, Parker

Dear Santa, How are you? Will you bring me a phone and a elf and legos, a baby tree, a minecraft game and tv? I want to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus. Love, Malea

Dear Santa, How are you? Will you bring me a hover board and a phone and minecraft dungeons? Love, Colton

Dear Santa, Can you bring me a toy action figure and a hoverboard? Love, Rilen

Dear Santa, How are you? Will you bring me a lol doll and a ipad and a new tv and a barbie dream house and tablet and a baby doll? love, McKinlee

Dear Santa, How are you? Will you bring me minecraft toys? love, Asher

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Dear Santa,

bring me a snowman decoration. Love, Averie

Dear Santa, I have a gift for you. How have you been this year? Also, how are the Reindeer? Is Rudolph real? For Chrismas I would like some new

legos. For Levi, could you get him some new cars? I would also like that small rabbit plus rabbit needs. Love, Eli

Dear Santa, Thank you for being so nice. Thank you for all the presents and for my elf, Han. How are you doing? I hope you are good. Rudolph is cute! I know the whole song. I hope I get to have a fun Chrismis like every year. Can you get us snow please? This is a list of presents I would like. Might Pups Paw Patrol Tower, with the mighty pups Please get me a Robot Kitty Kitty Squish mellow (the name, Dallas) Please get me a kitty stuffy A Hoverboard Love, Avery.

Dear Santa, How was your day? I hope you have a good day. I want an iPhone 13 and a hoverboard please. I would like a stuffed animal. Could you bring me a new water bottle with cowhide on it? Love, River

Dear Santa, I hope you had

a very great day. I want a Squish mellow of my dog please. Last time I lost it. Can I have a roblox gift card and a roblox toy please. I would like a dino suit and a toy robot please. Can I have an elf at my house because I love them. Thank you! Love, Kade

Dear Santa, How are the reindeer and the elfs? How are you? I hope you have a nice Christmas. I would like Squish mellows please. I would also like a dog because mine died. Please bring me roblox toys, a Hoverboard and Nicole Jacklyn Slime Love, Jamie

Dear Santa, Thank you for the hover board I got last year. All your Raindeer are cute. I wish I could see them in real life. How are you doing? Please can you bring me a Squish mellow. I would like all of them. I would also like a banana Squish mellow with sand in it that we can stretch and then it will go back to its normal size. Love, Aubrey C.

Dear Santa, I love the present you gave me last year. What is it like in the North Pole?

I hope you’re doing well in the North Pole. How are you feeling? How is Rudulph, the red nose raindeer doing? How are the elfs? Hope everyone in the North Pole is doing well. It’s almost Christmas and I’m excited for it. I would love if you could bring me a hoverboard. I will play with it almost every day. Christmas is the best holiday I’ve ever known.

I will decorate soon. I hope the elf comes to my house. Are elves actually made out of magic? Thank you for the presents. I would also like robux. Thank you for your time.

Love, Sage

Dear Santa, I hope you’ve been good. Thank you four Crismas. You make it good. It has been a good past yare.

I wold like an iPhone, silks, DNA ball, slime, and an iPhone case.

Love, Hallie

Dear Santa, I hope you have a great year and Christmas. Tell Mrs. Claus I said hi and your elf’s and all the Raindear too and the baby raindear. I hope Mrs. Claus and you have a wonderful Christmas and all the Raindear. Could I please have a laptop, a jewlery box, a camra (a purple one), some wireless ear buds, and some little busters. I really want an elf on the shelf (a girl one) with a Christmas dress and a squish mellow cat. I want to spend time with my family. I promise I will leave you cookies and some milk. I will leave the raindear some baby carrots. Please save some for Mrs. Claus. Thank you so much.

Love, Hadley

Dear Santa, Past all of thoss years I like all of yor reindeer. I like the won that has a red nose. I’ve been good this year. I want shadow hiy and rainbow hiy dolls. I also want a stuffed animal to.

I love you Santa, Brylee

Dear Santa, Santa, my fovrite reindeer of yours is Roudof cus he’s leder of the reindeer. I wood like some fireworks, a hamster, an Alexa, a gumboll machine, and new underwer. Thanks Santa, Truitt

Dear Santa, How is Rudedolph? He is my favorite reendeer. I love him. I would like a pop-it, a panda sqishmallow, a tablet, a gumball machine, 3 strawberry sqishys, kinetic sand, and a bow and arrow. I love you.

Love, Addy

Dear Santa, Thank you for sinding Keven. He’s rely funny. I can’t wait for him to come back. I love him. I want the giant mandaloryan lego set. Thank you.

Love, Barrett

Dear Santa, I hope you’ev had a good year. I’ll see you in a fuw weeks. I wont 7 pick me pops, 8 Trinity and Beyond toys, 18 difrint school suplis, a pandu smushmellow,

a phoon, 100 pop-its, and a gumball machine. I hope I see you sun. Love, Henley

Dear Santa, I hope you have been okay this year. I want to tell you my favaret reindeer. My favaret is Roodof, becase of his red nose and his kindness. He is my favorot. Besides Roodof, my next favorot is Blitzen. What I want for Christmas is a megladon rc car that drives on water, more led lights, tiger truck rc, a computer, a phone, cleets, high tops, more Hey Dudes, and backpack dog acceserys. If you want to know my address it is... Love, Thomas

Dear Santa, We have had fun this yir. I hope I’m on the nise list. I’m going to tell you what I want for Chrismis. I want a hover bord, a pony, a phone, an iPod, and to never get in truble agin.

Love, Graci

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Dear Santa, I want a new puppy, an xbox, and a tv in my room to play the xbox on. I also want a toy trex and a toy vleoserapter. My favet is Roodof, becaus his red nose.

Love, Aaron

Dear Santa, I want a phone, a computer, barbies, barbie stuff, and candy. You are nice. Luv, Amzly

Dear Santa, How are you? For Christmas I want a drone, boom buggy and a tank. Be safe flying. I love you! Reed

Dear Santa, How are you? For Christmas I would like a Barbie house, Barbie, and Barbie scooter. I hop you enjoy the milk and cookies. I love you Santa. Evelyn

Dear Santa, How is Mrs. Clause? For Christmas I would like a baby doll. I love you Santa, JuJu

Dear Santa, How are the reindeer? For Christmas I would like a toy train and traintrack. Have a Merry Christmas. Love, Kaycee

Dear Santa, How is Mrs. Claus? For Christmas I would like a BaBy A live, LOL, and a Christmas tree. Be safe flying. I love you Santa, Adlee

Dear Santa, How are your reindeer? For Christmas I would like a Baeyer horse and a saddle and a bridle. Be safe flying. I love you. Macy

Dear Santa, How are you? For Christmas I would lie a Barbie, unicorn toy and a Baby Alive doll. I hope you enjoy the milk and cookies. I love you, Hayden

Dear Santa, How is Mrs. Claus? For Christmas I would lie a Barbie house and Barbie and

Barbie scooter. Have a Merry Christmas.

I love you, Addie

Dear Santa, How are you? For Christmas I would like a Hello Kitty House. Be safe flying. I love you! Kinsley

Dear Santa, This year for Christmas, I would love a new bow and arrow, a deer bed, and a target for deer hunting! Thank you! Love, Logan

Dear Santa, I would like a new iPad, some Barbies, and a new bed for Christmas! Thank you, Santa!

Love, Averlee

Dear Santa, This year, I would love a new remote-control car, some blocks and my own Reindeer for Christmas! Thank you!

Love, Keelan

Dear Santa, For Christmas this year, I would love a Hoverboard, a new iPad, and a bounce house!! Thank you, Santa!

Love, Ashlynn

Dear Santa, I would love a new Lego set, a phone and a new bike and helmet for Christmas this year! Thank you! Love, Rex

Dear Santa, This year for Christmas, I would love a new Barbie doll with her own house and some lipstick and make up for my Mommy! Thank you, Santa!

Love, Astrid

Dear Santa, This year for Christmas, I would love a gingerbread cookie, a doll and a new bike! Thank you! Love, Kynleigh

Dear Santa, I would love a doll, a camera, and some new hair clips for Christmas! Thank you!

Love, Gwen

Dear Santa, This year for Christmas, I would love some new computer games, a Barbie, and some LOL Dolls! Thank you!

Love, Addley

Dear Santa, For Christmas this year, I would love a new knife, a gun for hunting and a new 4 wheeler battery! Thank you!

Love, Weston

Dear Santa, This year for Christmas, I am asking for a new toy train, a teddy bear, and a dinosaur! Thank you! Love, John

Dear Santa,

games, some Hot Wheels, and a monster truck! Thank

Santa!

Love, Greyston

Dear Santa, For Christmas this year, I would like a new LOL doll, a Barbie and a new house for my Barbies! Thank you!

Love, Stephania

Dear Santa, This year, I would love some new Barbies, a Barbie house, and a Barbie car! Thank you, Santa!

Love, Alicia

Dear Santa, This year for Christmas, I

would love a toy house, a new doll, and some LOL surprises! Thank you!

Love, Rachel

Dear Santa, My name is Brynlee and I am 4 years old. I love you Santa and Mrs Clause. I promise I have tried to be a good girl and stay on the good list. For Christmas, I would like a Barbie House and a Jack in the Box. Please bring my Momma some socks, and my Daddy a new shirt. My dog, Daisy would like a new toy and some treats. We will leave you some cookies and milk and some carrots for the reindeer.

Love, Brynlee

Dear santa, How are you a nd thereindeer? How are your elves doing with the toy? So, Santa, what I want for christ mas is a pair of nike Air Jordan Shoes. The ones I wanTare golden and black. and I want a Pair of H e yDude! too. Thank you, Love Jimmy.

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Your friend, Aubree

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Dear santa, How are you and the elves? hope your well! your friend, Kellin. i wish

for a ps five and an electric skateboard and the homeless peaple to git food and asuper traMpOline electric BiKe and a good Mary christmas.

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Dear santa How are you and mrs. claus? I hope you are well! want the most is a magnet heart neaclas. Your friend Jessie

Dear Santa, How are you and mrs.claus I hope you are having fun im very exsided for christmas i have been making it look nise whith my family this yaer i want you to no it is going to be my berth day on saterday an y way i hope you are healthy dont be eating a lot of coo kise be cause y r bl u d shooger will get hie any

way i just hope youn ready for the big diy in four wee ks. Your friend, Grady

Dear Santa, How are you doing? What is your favorite type of Cookie? This Christmas is a bit different. I would not like anything from you. I think any and all homeless should get a present. I am already getting other stuff so I do not need any more presents from you. I am greatful for what I get. Love, Ruby

Dear Santa, Hi, my name is anna and legos I love your

eivs one came to my house it’s name was joie but it left I wont a baby brother that is it. Love Anna.

Dear Santa, How are the reindeer going. Is it fun in the north pole. How old are you/ I am 8 years old. I am not that old ore you? Your frint Isadelle

Dear Santa, I would like a shok gun air soft, roler blads, and new ranch chops and that is what I want for Christmas. From Eli to Santa

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Dear Santa, I want a harry potter lopes sume squish mires and sqishes popits pop a POP it pis and wod also like Mukipe peinsis and coler pensis.

Dear Santa, I Want for Christmas is a elf on the shelf and a PS5 and moterised little car, and then you can surprise me. I love you Santa.

Love layton l

I would like a Play station five and chicken cop.

Dear Santa, How are you? How many sacks of presents can fit on your sley? Wich cookie do you like best I bet it is chocolate chip. By the way I really want another stuffy purple cat for the purple cat family. By the way I also want some more pokemon video games for my familys Nintendo

How are you. How is your raindeers. I hope you are doing good this year. I would like a dirt bike and a forwheeler and a jet scey. And a blanket and new pelow. A toy that looks like you. A iphone 13 or 14. Ok Im not trying to be mean. And airpods. 1,800 Dollars too with that. And some cogh medesen. How is mrs clouse. From, Sydney

How are you? My name is Eli. Santa I would like for Christmas is a vitrul reality gift card. Takis deer hunting clothes. Hoverboard. New TV. eggnog. Baseball bag. Realaxing headphones. Minecraft game card for Nintendo. Apple watch. Whats your favorite thing to do? Also whats your favorite food? Your friend Eli

How are you your looking nice this Christmas this year. I would like these things for Christmas. 1 a I pod. 2 some airpods. 3 a squish mellow. 4 a shliche truck and trailer. 5 a Melissa and Doug Dentist set. 6 a meisa and dougSlice and stack set. 7 ballat shoes and dress. 8 new lamb blankets that acchelly fit. 9 some hoodis. 10 a gem neckless. 11 a apple pen. 12 a mini horse jump that I can jump. 13 a real spider monkey. 14 a bigger horse. 15 a bridle and

saddle. 16 a halter and lead rope. 17 heeles. Love Josey

May I have a backet bungar for Christmas.

Love Charlotte

I am setting out my moms cookies they are Famous at my house at least. I always tell my brothers about how you have a … big white beard, a red jaket and suit and red Santa hat. About the presents. May I have ∙iphone 13 ∙Art box including Pens, Markers, Penciels and Paper ∙ear muffs ∙tiny couch ∙apple watch and lastly a color for my cats by the way How is Mrs. Clause? Love Taylor

How are you doing to day Santa. My elf told me that I made the nice lists. What kind of cookies do you want. I wondering if I could get Vf head jet with a base bok game and poske ball. I relly don’t want any more I wan you to youse Your time getting other kids Toys. From Wade

How are you this year? I wish I could have a Wii console with wii Rezort and wii sport. And I also wish for is an iphone 14. Have a great Christmas. Sinncirly Ty farris How are you doing today Santa I am doing good but Mary Christmas can I Plese have a knew xbox controller, then can I have a head set. Then can I have a bog and a cat. Marycrismas Santa Your friend Austin

How are you? How much presents do you make every year? It’s cool how you can make that much presents in a year. I want a hoverbord for christmas. I can go on and on of a list I want but I don’t want to keep you to bussey so I will tell you two or three more things I want for christmas or even more! I want a retile shirt like the one I have on my christmas list but different. I want reptile stuffed animals and toys. What I really want for christmas is my family and everyone else to happy. I want a indoor cats for christmas to

it’s okay if you dont give me them. From, Jacob

My name is Lane and ruts your forrit coci / brik and for christmas i want a VR hedset and a gameing set a & and a Pc. Love, Lane

Dear Santa, My name is Tobias. I have been very good this year. I hope you bring me. 1. A toy, 2. A cat, 3. A dog. I’ll set out cookies.

From Tobias

Dear Santa, My name is RNNEOI. I have been very good this year. I hope you bring me. 1. A cry baby, 2. ACIF, 3. Penguin eraser. I’ll set out cookies. From William

Dear Santa, My name is Zayde. I have been very good this year. I hope you bring me. 1. A Xbox, 2. Bowser, 3. Puppy. I’ll set out cookies. From Zayde

Dear Santa, My name is IskayhrynI. I have been very good this year. I hope you

bring me. 1. A witch, 2. Mr Mad, 3. Shiny ring. I’ll set out cookies. From IskayhrynI

Dear Santa, My name is Ryan. I have been very good this year. I hope you bring me. 1. A elf, 2. New shoos, 3. A slide. I’ll set out cookies. From Ryan

Dear Santa, My name is Duskist. I have been very good this year. I hope you bring me. 1. A new LoL, 2. New horse, 3. New watch. I’ll set out cookies. From Duskist Dear Santa, My name is

Jonan. I have been very good this year. I hope you bring me. 1. A new leer , 2 New Pat. , 3. New Puppy . I’ll set out cookies. From Jonan

Dear Santa, My name is Jaxon . I have been very good this year. I hope you bring me. 1. Toy, 2.Diqiz , 3 4up five.. I’ll set out cookies. From Jaxon

Dear Santa, My name is Aubree . I have been very good this year. I hope you bring me. 1. A woch, 2 a gabey aothas., 3. Pet uonoon. I’ll set out cookies. From Aubree

Dear Santa, My name is Jayden . I have been very good this year. I hope you

bring me. 1. A new elf, 2.a new Mil mbr line, 3. One name tag. I’ll set out cookies.

From Jayden

Dear Santa, My name is Riddie . I have been very good this year. I hope you bring me. 1. Jij r bred, 2 New cat, 3. New cat. I’ll set out cookies. From Riddie

Dear Santa, My name is Allie . I have been very good this year. I hope you bring me. 1. A new bred, 2. New woch, 3. A new stor. I’ll set out cookies. From Allie

Dear Santa, My name is Abigail. I have been very good this year. I hope you bring me. 1. A puppy, 2.A blancet ,

3. A bed. I’ll set out cookies.

From Abigail

Dear Santa, My name is Jaxon . I have been very good this year. I hope you bring me. 1. New legos, 2. New bik, 3. A new bed. I’ll set out cookies. From Jaxon

Dear Santa, My name is Niko . I have been very good this year. I hope you bring me. 1. I hewbei, 2. Mothsikl, 3. tv. I’ll set out cookies. From Niko

Dear Santa, My name is Carol. I have been very good this year. I hope you bring me. 1. A new bik, 2. A kite, 3. A pig. I’ll set out cookies. From Carol

Dear Santa, My name is Kate. I have been very good this year. I hope you bring me. 1. A new Brbey, 2.A new beb , 3. A new babey. I’ll set out cookies. From Kate

Dear Santa, My name is Khloe. I have been very good this year. I hope you bring me. 1. A new Brobe Dremcerr has, 2. A new Bobee Drem, 3. A new Prisis Bobes. I’ll set out cookies. From Khloe

Dear Santa, My name is Eliza. I have been very good this year. I hope you bring me. 1. A new bed. 2. A new pet 3. A new stof. I’ll set out cookies. From Eliza

Dear Santa, can I have 1 toy car that I can ride because I like the a lot acv you think in the the- pol ple can i have a vl hu seet. and a checher fal my buver boid! Love,cooper

Dear Santa, I want a vip hate seet and a game -pass I can have reebox and beck reen many and that’s it. by Jax

Dear Santa, I want a hot weehl and i want cts bouny ball, blue and kit cat 4 land bars. Kick stad phone bolt case and a st icky white notid and prestib fure necg norady. dragon diary dock and a boxing macacin bbwup hamer. Love Raylan

Dear Santa, my only wish to you is for you to know that I love you verry much and reebucks love triston

Dear Santa, What I want is a basscets ball and a puMd to air it up and to play basscet ball I also want a dog toy for my dogs Love kohen.

Dear Santa, I want a vr set, and vr games. I want ps4 gift card. And I want pokemon cards. Amry men, and amry men tanks. And money. love Elijah

Dear Santa, what I want for Chjristmas i a flute just like the flute from Vacation Bible School. but it’s pink. What I also want for Christmas is a new Whatch that has the EXACT same games as my camera. sincerly, Josselet

Dear Santa, I want to tell you I want for chrismas is some mine brades. Another thing I want is a new toy stable. A shark toy. I want a toy dog. the size of a real dog. The chabter The liedray of Doom. same figits. Dlove kailtyn,

Dear Santa, My name is carlos and for christmas I want 3 things I want a nerf gun for christmas and a new dog then I want a new toy truck. Love, Carlos

Dear Santa, I relly want a vr head set. I want a tichen ledo set. I want a book. I want a red blaket the end. from blake

Dear Santa, I would want a real meglodon tooth. I want a elechicool shark that has a controler that you can put in the water. I want a bucet of shack toy and I want a elechicool and a huge Shark stuffy. and a Sticker book that you can clect it you can put it in

there love, Sarah

Dear Santa, MY name is Tyler and I want roller blades for chrismas. Anothel thing I want for chrismas is a telscope and another I want for chrismas is a hover boars. My last thing I want for chrismas is a wooden bat 27 inch and that’s whats all I want for chris-mas. love Tyler

Dear Santa, What I want for christmas is dj headphones that have a strip of rainbow light down the middle. I want new clothes witch is sweat pants, and big t-shirts. I want Shoes the tipe of Shoes I want is Nikes. I want neckleses, rings, earings. I want I, e, d lights. I want a figet pack, and stuffed animals.

Love Mckenley

Dear Santa, I wish for la slime and to get 1 pig. and rainbow t’shert. and I wish for my friends to be happy all the time and a new elf on the shelf, boy and gril elf and I whish for my techer to be

happy and a new genepig and, wish for a cat thing that She can jummp and scash. and have new popit and I wish for 1,00 doller Love kendall

Dear Santa, My name is Hadlee and this is what I want for christmas. I want some toy horses. A stuffed sloth and raindeer to. I want a lot of candy canes like A lot. i want a lot of figets all the figets you can thank of. A gingerbread house and stuff to decorate it.

Love, Hadlee

Dear Santa, I wish I had a new duck and I

need a new collar for my cat and I want a huvor board and clone battle packs, and I have been super good this year. I will keep up being good.

Thank you, Henry

Dear Santa, I always wanted a puppy and a apple whach and I need a laptop. I want my family and frends and my teacher and my sister to stop bing a brat pecies.

Thank you, Taylin

Dear Santa, I want a Nintendo Switch and

a Fluffy white puppy and I need a green apple and I wish I had a video game house . I been good I promise.

Thank you, Jonathan

Dear Santa, I hope you will gife me a good presant and I hope im on the good list and I wish that I can see you and I wish that we can see you and I wish I can see the raindeers and I wish I can feed yore deers and I wish you are my grampa and we will do whatever we want and we can do gams and we will fill all the stokens. Thank you, Aiden

Dear Santa,

I want a laptop, Roblox Mony and I need a rodoth Stof Anamle and I wish that Jacob stop fieting mom and I bing good and Jacob too. I saw your tik to video and your so cool. I like you and your the bast. Thank you, Sadie

Dear Santa, I love you! Santa I have sekack so the cake will

not be like last year. o.k. And we might not have milk and I’v been good. And if we dn’t have cookies or milk I will bake iceing and eneything that will bake. O.k.?

Thank you, Piper

Dear Santa, I want Henry to have a duck. I want a new cat. I’m good. I love you Santa. I like you. Thank you, Haddi

Dear Santa, I love your rainder. I have been nice this year. I have a sister and a mom. My friends have been so nice this year.

Thank you, Lane

Dear Santa, I really want for christmas is slime bucket and clay and aulso want 1,000 kittens and pupies and I want rollerskates and I want is a pixie flyer and a new puppie and candy. I’v been so good this year I promise. Please come to my house.

Thank you, Emory

Dear Santa, I have been very good this year. I was nice to my mommy and I helped my mom fold the laundry. For Christmas, I would like a bunny and a cat toy. I will leave you some cookies and milk.

Thank You Love, Delaney

Dear Santa, I have been very helpful this year. I was nice to my mom and I helped my mom clean up the living room. For Christmas, I would like a little transformer and a little tractor. I will leave you some cookies and milk.

Thank You Love, Sam

Dear Santa, I have been very good this year. I was nice to my cousins and I helped my mom cook pasta. For Christmas, I would like a unicorn that’s real and a fake unicorn. I will leave you some cookies and milk.

Thank You Love, Hadley

Dear Santa, I have been very good this year. I was nice to my mom & dad and I helped my mom clean the car. For Christmas, I would like magnet blocks and a superman. I

will leave you some cookies and milk.

Thank You Love, Mateo

Dear Santa, I have been very nice this year. I was nice to my friend Adrian and I helped my mom brush my teeth. For Christmas, I would like a candy cane and a dinosaur. I will leave you some cookies and milk.

Thank You Love, Adriel

Dear Santa, I have been very good this year. I was nice to my brother and I helped my mom with laundry. For Christmas, I would like a new iPad and roller skates . I will leave you some cookies and milk.

Thank You Love, Nora

Dear Santa, I have been very good this year. I was nice to my dad and I helped my mom clean my room. For Christmas, I would like a toy horse and a some art. I will leave you some cookies and milk.

Thank You Love, Ellasyn

Dear Santa, I have been very good this year. I was nice to my dad and I helped my mom wash thee dishes . For Christmas, I would like John Deere tractors and a Christmas farm. I will leave you some cookies and milk.

Thank You Love, Landz

Dear Santa, I have been very good this year. I was nice to my friend Sam and I helped my mom put the dishes away. For Christmas, I would like a Barbie doll and a Barbie house. I will leave you some cookies and milk.

Thank You

Love, Addisyn

Dear Santa, I have been very good this year. I was nice to my cousins and I helped my mom clean the garage. For Christmas, I would like a dino egg smasher and a Lego dinosaur. I will leave you some cookies and milk.

Thank You

Love, Ryker

Dear Santa, Merry Christmas and Valentines too! (I just wanted to say that to you because I never get to.) I love you and thank you for the presents you give. I would like real make-up if Daddy lets me, a real iPhone, and a computer. Also a Barbi Food Truck that two people can sit in. I love you Santa, thank you!

Love, Remington

Dear Santa, I still wish I could fly in the sleigh with you and I want to meet Rudolph! Now about my gifts, I would like a web shooter and a toy bow. A nerf gun would great too!

Mrs. Haggard said all I need for Christmas my two front teeth! And one more thing,

I want to help you deliver the presents!!

Hi Santa, I love your reindeer and I hope I get a toy sword, gun, roller blades, web shooter

and a hover board. But what I really hope for the most is a play Indian suit. I love you Santa and I will leave you

cookies and milk and a carrot for Rudolph.

Love, Colt

Love Emmitt

Dear Santa, If I was at your house I would help Mrs. Clause bake cookies and we could eat them and drink milk together. I love you and I hope you bring me presents and a real elf that could stay with me! That is all I want for Christmas.

Love, Blakely

Santa, Can you jump and do a handstand? I can, and I hope you bring me a jump rope and two trampolines, so I don’t have to share with my brother! I also would like an ABC Cookie game and a Whack-a-Letter

game. I will leave cookies and milk for you. Tell Mrs. Clause hi for me.

Love, Ryleigh

Dear Santa, For Christmas I would like new headphones, a Barbi Dreamhouse, and a trampoline please.

Love, Alecia

Dear Santa, I would like one hover board and two skateboards with just one picture on the back. Then I want 4 trampolines and nothing else please.

Love, Carson

Dear Santa, I love you and you are the best! Please bring me a web shooter thing, a cross bow that shoots sticky balls, (I really want that one) and a thing that shoots and sticks to the wall. The elves will know what I mean. I don’t care if you want to test the toys out at my house to make sure they work!

I love you one hundred thousand!

Colden

Dear Santa, Please bring me a pink and purple scooter, mickey mouse phone, and a little small dog of my own. I would also like new markers please. I hope all the elves and you are doing good.

Love, Ella

Dear Santa, You are my favorite and I would like an Elsa doll, robot puppy, robot cat and a Baby Ballerina! I would also like a princess toy and a hat with flowers on it and a butterfly at the top!

I love you bunches, Nevaeh

Dear Santa, I love you and you are the best! I hope you bring me a treasure box with toys, balloons, gum and some marbles. I really want a pretty rainbow headband! I hope you and Mrs. Clause are not sick because you have had a lot of people in your lap! I will leave you a present Santa because you are so nice.

Love, Hailey

Dear Santa, I bet you are busy right now! Try to get some rest. I would like a baby reindeer for Christmas or maybe two, so it won’t be lonely!! I also want two baby unicorns please. A real live fox would be fun to play with. It needs a friend too. I think that’s all except maybe a huge bag of gum!

I love you Santa, Bella

Dear Santa, I want an Lol doll for Christmas and lots and lots of Barbi dolls please! I’ve been a good girl this year and I am going to leave you cookies and hot chocolate! How did the elves balance on one of my stars? They sure do funny stuff!

Love, Emmalynn

Dear Santa, I have been a good boy this year. I’m going to give you a chocolate cookie and chocolate milk because I bet most kids leave white milk. Would you please bring me tons of RC cars and a lot of nerf guns?

Love, Dalton

Dear Santa, Hi, I hope you don’t get sick and can bring all the presents! I would like a toy helicopter, a remote control spider and snake and a little bitty robot with a little bitty Lambroghini that he can ride in! I think that would be so cute and funny. I love you Santa.

Kylan

Dear Santa, I love you and I can’t wait to get up Christmas morning and see what you left under the tree. I don’t care what it is but I hope I get some dolls, books, and stuffed animals! Love, Kaylynn

Dear Santa how is my elf doing? I need a noow pujamus. I want a American girl dol with aksesorees. I want Christmas soks. Hayslee wants a American gerl dol. Love Haven

Dear Santa can I giv you a hug? I need good food and I want grand theft oto and nerf gun. Could you bring my sister a noo fobel. Good nite Santa. Love Loean

Dear Santa I need clos, I want a mogusord and I wit ran jr sor. Wil you breng Liam a red ranjr sord and Noah a blu ranjr sord. I will see you soon. Love Jenson

Dear Santa how is rodof doen? I want a new stuft animal and new guns. Can you

breng dad a car? Have a safe trip. Love Daniel

Dear Santa how is your day? I need noo food. I want a noo tablit, shrt and shorts. Mom a house. I love you Santa. Love Kingston

Dear Santa, is roodof the snong isnt? I need a blacet I want a iyfone and omog us shrt. Could you bring my mom a brosn. I lik your preznts. Love John

Dear Santa is roodof okaye? I need feroot punch. I wank the miny brand set, my sister wants a tablet. I hope you have a safe day at the north pole. Love Brooke

Dear Santa how are roodofe? I need a noon jacket. I want a kchinset. Could you bring mom a Ifone? I wil wer adres. Good nite. Love Ava

Dear Santa my name is Lennon. I am six. Wute are the randir namse. How is Mrs. Clase been dowying? I need deoderinte pleys, I want a tablet and miny brands pleys. I want to ware wwnzys that I can ware to school. Sis needs deoderinteto pleys, on and breing my mommy purfunie oh and me to please. Love Lennon

Dear Santa how are you doing? I need wotr and fot, I want a jacket and pokemon cards. Culd you bring my

braths pokeman cards. Have a nice trip. Love German

Dear Santa is roodofr in traneing? I need tooth past.

I want a elf. I need noo jeans. My brother needs a noo fone. I like your elfs. Love Every

Wishing you the Joy of Family, the Happiness of Friends, and the Wonder of the Holiday Season. 12/19/17

Dear Santa are you goin to spy on the bad elfs? I need now then pipe, I want krej kcark with mghee in it. I want a flufee jd kit. I want to get my dad a gun. you have a good time. Love Kasen

Dear Santa, hoo is the wethr at the north pole? I need a wrm jacit. I want 20bostr pacs and myeo gluvs. Can us bring mi mom som moc up? Hav a hape cresmas. Love Matthew

Dear Santa, I need a tootbrush i want a ho dhes and a kra plez uiv mi mom a noo fon. I hop u hav a good day. Love Skylar

Dear Santa Hal dus der flie? I need a jackit. I wut a mibebron disue and bjamus. My stistr love uonucorn toys so can you bring a uonucorn toys? Flie safe Santa. Love Bellamy

Dear Santa, your are so nise. This year I have been nise. Can you bring me a pionoi - a t a eame cnid scee doe cant I also have a brbe dream hauc o tady bare a set unicone o says tuign. Love Leliana

Dear Santa you are so happy. You are so, I hav been good. Can you brin me toy. Can I have a baseball bat and books. Love Angel.

Dear Santa you are nice. This year I have been good. Can you bring me a barbie dreamhouse. Can I also have kinetic sand, toy fish house and toy Christmas tree. Love Gracie

Dear Santa bring me dresser can I have a phone a switch game computer for mom a tattoo for dad. Love Kason

Dear Santa you are so nice. This year I have been sweet. Can you bring me PS, stuffed cat. Can you also bring a unicorn. Love Eva

Dear Santa you are so nise.

I have been so ninise. Can you bring me a polarold camera.Please can I have kinetic sand and an American girl car. Love Bryan.

Dear Santa you are so lovely. This year I have been nice. Can you bring me legos, can I also have kinetic sand and a barbie.

Love Charlie

Dear Santa you are so nice. This year I have been good. Can you bring me a Nintendo switch. Also kinetic sand. Love Grace

Dear Santa you are so good. This year I have been good. Can you bring me barbie dreamhouse, can

you also bring a barbie and a coffee make for my mom.

Love Hawkins

Dear Santa you are so nice. This year I have been good. Can you bring me a barbie dreamhouse camper. I also have a barbie and a book.

Love Kori

Dear Santa you are so nise. This year I have been good. Can you bring me a bb gun, can I also have a tablet, a monster truck and a drone.

Love William

Dear Santa you are so good. This year I have been good. Bring me a toy gun also can I have an elf. Love Jackson

Dear Santa you are so nise. This year I have been nise. Can you bring me a Goo Jit Zu car also a black panther, a skateboard and a lego set.

Love Knox

Dear Santa you are so sweet. This year I have been good. Can you bring me a Gabby dollhouse also can I have a kinetic sand and toy cat. Love Sophia

Dear Santa, you are so good. This year I have been good. Can you bring me a RC car. can I also have a book and kinetic sand. Love Devon

Dear Santa, you are so strong. This year I have been strong and nice. Bring me a knife, ary gun, and a monster truck. Can I also have soggu doggy, a game machine and ghostbuster. Love Westan

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Dear Santa you are so nice. This year I have been good. Can you bring me a hoverboard. Can I also have a toy sleigh, a toy spoon and a toy bow. Love Thoren

Dear Santa, you are so jolly. This year I have been so good. Can you bring me a toy truck can you also bring

me a barbie, mermaid, a baby mermaid a toy rudolph and a gift card. Love Savannah

Dear Santa, your are so nise. This year I have been nise. Can you bring me a pionoia t a eame cnid scee doe cant I also have a brbe dream hauc o tady bare a set unicone o says tuign. Love Leliana

Dear Santa you are so happy. You are so, I hav been good. Can you brin me toy. Can I have a baseball bat and books. Love Angel.

Dear Santa you are nice. This year I have been good. Can you bring me a barbie dreamhouse. Can I also have kinetic sand, toy fish house and toy Christmas tree. Love Gracie

Dear Santa bring me dresser can I have a phone a switch game computer for mom a

tattoo for dad. Love Kason

Dear Santa you are so nice. This year I have been sweet. Can you bring me PS, stuffed cat. Can you also bring a unicorn. Love Eva

Dear Santa you are so nise. I have been so ninise. Can you bring me a polarold camera.Please can I have kinetic sand and an American girl car. Love Bryan.

Dear Santa you are so lovely. This year I have been nice. Can you bring me legos, can I also have kinetic sand and a barbie. Love Charlie

Dear Santa you are so nice. This year I have been good. Can you bring me a Nintendo switch. Also kinetic sand. Love Grace

Dear Santa you are so good. This year I have been good. Can you bring me barbie dreamhouse, can you also bring a barbie and a coffee make for my mom. Love Hawkins

Dear Santa you are so nice. This year I have been good. Can you bring me a barbie dreamhouse camper. I also have a barbie and a book. Love Kori

Dear Santa you are so nise. This year I have been good. Can you bring me a bb gun, can I also have a tablet, a monster truck and a drone. Love William

Dear Santa, I have been very GuD this year. I was nice to my mom, and I helped my mom swip. For Christmas, I would like A Wp5 and mA nes. I will leave you some cookies and milk. Thank you! Love, Ne brainl

Dear Santa, I have been very gid this year. I was nice to my mom, and I helped my mom with Londre. For Christmas, I would like crl and mag. I will leave you some cookies and milk. Thank you! Love, Alex

Dear Santa, I have been very good this year. I was nice to my frends, and I helped my mom do disiss. For Christmas, I would like fUN with ragdoll and candey. I will leave you some cookies and milk. Thank you! Love, Matty

Dear Santa, I have been very good this year. I was nice to my mom, and I helped my mom do laundry. For Christmas, I would like a bike and intctaydc. I will leave you some cookies and milk. Thank you! Love, Karson

Dear Santa, I have been very gun this year. I was nice to myDaD, and I helped my mom clE. For Christmas, I would

like notwel and snaC. I will leave you some cookies and milk. Thank you! Love, Terry

Dear Santa, I have been very gd this year. I was nice to my mm, and I helped my grandma fodtel. For Christmas, I would like r Lt hp and a plndu. I will leave you some cookies and milk. Thank you! Love, Roman

Dear Santa, I have been very gid this year. I was nice to my fed, and I helped my mom featig. For Christmas, I would like legos and magis. I will leave you some cookies and milk. Thank you! Love, Trystan

Dear Santa, I have been very good this year. I was nice to my mom, and I helped my mom turn on the Tv. For Christmas, I would like magnets and rabot. I will leave you some cookies and milk. Thank you! Love, cru

Dear Santa, I have been very good this year. I was nice to my crle, and I helped my mom clen. For Christmas, I would like big reddol and car ber. I will leave you some cookies and milk. Thank you! Love, Lydia

Dear Santa, I have been very nice this year. I was nice to my baby sister, and I helped my mom wash dishes. For Christmas, I would like LOL dolls and Barbies. I will leave you some cookies and milk. Thank you! Love, Mckinley

Dear Santa, I have been very good this year. I was nice to my mom, and I helped my mom klen. For Christmas, I would like ninjatutltoy and trapln. I will leave you some cookies and milk. Thank you! Love, chari

Dear Santa, I have been very guD this year. I was nice to my mom, and I helped my mom klen. For Christmas, I would like Borejest and koi micl. I will leave you some cookies and milk. Thank you!

Love, Marissa

Dear Santa, I have been very gud this year. I was nice to my mom, and I helped my mom clen. For Christmas, I would like jijed and Se famil. I will leave you some cookies and milk. Thank you!

Love, Elliana

Dear Santa, I have been very gvd this year. I was nice to my Brunv, and I helped my mom clen. For Christmas, I would like cotton candy machine and a unicorn. I will leave you some cookies and milk. Thank you! Love, Bristol

Dear Santa, I have been very god this year. I was nice to my mom, and I helped my mom shop. For Christmas, I would like dolr and paesazi. I will leave you some cookies and milk. Thank you! Love, Sunni

Dear Santa, I would like a new computer. I would also like a Paw Patrol set. Please bring me the Paw Patrol movie, too.

Sincerely, Kameron

Love the giver more than the gift.

Dear Santa, can you bring me sum Legos. What will you bring for sam? ples say hi to Rudolph. Sincerely, gwr

Dear Santa, How are The Reinder? and How is mrs. claus For chrismas I wont a little car 4 wiel drive, prinss legos, a sparcle henband, a little ctaner, a mrs. claus of it , and my oun i pod. Merry christma. Santa! Sincerely, Breezy

Dear Santa, Hi Santa! How is Mrs. Claus? For Christmas I want Legos, Minecraft Legos Roblox toys, Baby Yoda backpack and a lava lamp. Merry Christmas! marco, Sincerely,

Dear Santa, This year I have been kind. For Christmas I want a blue Playstation remote control. a foot ball a Spiderman action figure Venom action figures and a Spiderman play set. Merry Christmas! Sincerely, Masen

Dear Santa, How is your Day? For chrst mas I Want a VR head set Am on the Nice list? Sincerely, Raylon

Dear Santa, how is Rudolph and Mrs. clause doing? Am I on the noughty list? For Christmas I Want a new phone, shoes clothes, horse, water, bottle and a laptop. I hope you have a Merry christmas. Kenzie, Sincerely,

Dear Santa, How is everyone? What I want for Christmas is a suprize! merry christmas Sincerely, Jagger

Dear Santa, How have you ben? How has Mrs.claus ben? How are your elfs Santas How art your reindeers santas I want a memeow for Christmas.

Merry Chistmas LovePa i sley Sincerely, Paisley

Dear Santa, How are you and your reindeer? for christmas I want a Huverbord Please tell my elf hi! Also say hi to the reinder and mrs claus. I hope I am on the nielist. Love Hary Sincerely,

Dear Santa, How are your reindeer? For christmas I wont a Betch

Leg dall. Lego dogs leego plttforms lego nay Lego f tlh peple and Lego Pnlic & poplua Sincerely, Ltnyte

Dear Santa, Hay Santa its me colter! Thank you for Brning me presents evry year. For christmus this year I wont a nerf gun. Sincerely, Love. colter

Dear Santa, How is Rudolph and the elfs and Mrs. Claus? I’m being good this year. I want legos, a bebee gun a sanic game and a IPad. Sincerely, Jaxon

Dear Santa, I would like a realistic baby doll a amirican girl doll. I would also like a nidtindo swich a kid car that you can drive in some baby stuff for my realistic babydoll I will leave you some coookies and milk. I will give some carots to your reindeer. Sincerely, Arri

Dear Santa, How is MRS. clau savng the reindeers toda? Tell Vixen to not be jealous. I would like A water botle, lol dolls, omg dolls, a dink, Blue and puple wig, Alavius Plush Hot wetnails, a lot of squshmclowls, A BaBy sitter clubb Book, caylus Back pack and A vR head set. Sincerely, Evelynn

Dear Santa, How.are. your.reingeer doing? For christmas.I wantschoolsupplies, toy.dog.and.age.a great. christmas. Merry chrtmas! Sincerely, Scarlett

Dear Santa, How are the elfs? Are Dancer and Prancer Dansing and Prancing? I would like sonic figers, lego ebox disck, hot weels, sonic bed, sonic scooter, sonic lego set, Battle masters crrans for mers, chrass fotmers, supet heros. I would also like for it to snow theis christmas. Sincerely, cael

Dear Santa, How are you and how is Mrs.clos? I love you! Am I on the nice list this year? I hope I have tuns of presints on chritsmas morning I want my Molrs! Merey chritsmas! Sincerely, love. Berkley

Dear Santa, How are the reindeer? For christmas I want a nerfgun mask with tinee holes to breath. Mery christmas Sincerely, Jeremy

Dear Santa, how are you ? I will like a spider man toy and a scootr toy cand you give my mom new mug Love Angel

Dear Santa, i Binal i Bl good i wont a nuf gun amosccr cronda. a xsbox in ocor t max more solicrn pl ayouns Sincerely,

Dear Santa, I wut pokemon ipc mese In will be nice ant your the best. Sincerely, marcos

Dear Santa, can I pleas Santa Have a p5 an hootv g for my dad and tysonow hows weneodo hows an my mom dbg Love wade

Dear Santa, I want 1,000,000 dollar and a walet and something else for my mom give my mom a neckless and a ring and

for my dad give him a horse and my brother give a v bucks and a new mike give my sister mona toys. love Jordan

Dear Santa, How are, you? I think I be good now are the rantdeer I would like a bow and deer stand for hunthg I need blankets and my family wald like new shirts. Sincerely, Jase

Dear Santa, how are your reindeer? can I please have a 3d pin and a barbie please. And ca you give the homless people toys. and to help us build our hous faster. Sincerely, Sage

Dear Santa, I Love you so mach and can I Have a now per af sock and I want my mom to have a vase and can I Have a robobow cat? Sincerely, Kaydyn

Dear Santa, your the best. For christmas i want a molthkit and science kit. What i need food. for my mamaw need food. its. I on the nice. Sincerely, Gracelyn

Dear Santa, How are your reindeer doing for christmas I want the batman robot and a new bike and some more pokemon cardse I dont need any thing but my mom needs more vinyl it can yoos new socks Love kyran.

Dear Santa, How are you I think I have been good. Can I have toere borns for christmas, I need new shoes and I want to give my mom a blanket of her family on It. Sincerely, Layla

Dear Santa, how are you? I have Been good. I thing I want is a BarBi Dreamhouse and also another thing I want is a Blender, toaster and DRink set I thing I need is a new pair of socks. I would like to give my Friend kamBri 2 amariacia girl dolls. Love you Santa! Sincerely, Adalynne

Dear Santa, how is it going at the north pole. can I have a noow flower dress pleace. can I have a Ammer laih doll and a maghlc mixeps Sincerely, Hleigh

Dear Santa, How are you? can I get a poluroid camur and a kayak? I cod yos some new shoes. can you giv wade a nur muney bild a now haws? Merry christmas! Sincerely, Kemper

Dear Santa, I want a roboudog that listins to your comands and i really want a bibble case. Also how are your elfes doing Sincerely, Merry Christmas love Autumn

Lake ProgressIn a Snapshot

Press Release

• Workers are pouring concrete for the spillway (pictured above) and continue to move dirt to build the dam’s embankment. Clearing within the general reservoir area will begin soon.

• The SH 34 bridge is almost done—getting its last coat of concrete, after which workers will just need to finish the bridge barriers. All the beams on Merrill Creek Bridge are now placed.

• The pipeline and pump station designs are moving forward with both projects on schedule to break ground next spring/summer.

• Mitigation plans are being finalized, and work is expected to start in early 2023.

Game Warden Field Notes

Does Your Mother Know

That You’re Out?

Tom Green County Game Wardens patrolled a city street late at night, when a white vehicle sped by in a 40-mph zone. The warden sped up to catch the vehicle and finally paced him at 60-mph. The warden attempted to stop the vehicle, but the driver evaded. Once pursued, the suspect drove down a residential alley and crashed into a garage. The suspect abandoned their vehicle and fled on foot. No one on scene was injured. Multiple agencies responded to assist with the crash and search for the suspect. During the investigation, wardens could hear the suspect’s cell phone ring over and over. Once in the vehicle, they found the cell phone connected via Bluetooth. The phone continued to ring as they gathered evidence. Eventually, wardens along with their city police counterparts answered the phone. The caller identified herself as the suspect’s mother. Believing the officers were buddies of her adult child and playing a joke on her, she identified the suspect and demanded to speak with them. Wardens explained the situation and discovered that over the years, the suspect accumulated multiple felony

warrants. Charges pending.

Don’t Fence Me In Local ranch managers notified local Polk County Game Wardens that an individual, well known in the area for stirring up trouble, trespassed on their property multiple times in the past few months. The landowner turned over footage from multiple game cameras showing the suspect riding through the property on a homemade ATV. Eventually, the ranch managers caught him in the act and tried to hold him at gunpoint. They were unsuccessful and the suspect fled into the woods, leaving behind his homemade ATV.

Concerned the trespasser was utilizing the unusual route to deal drugs in a neighboring subdivision, one of the war-

dens drove to the suspect’s home. Once there, he spotted the suspect outside with two other males. The warden requested backup from a county deputy since the suspect had a track record of fleeing law enforcement. When the deputy arrived, the suspect was working on a vehicle in the yard. Together, they questioned the suspect, who stated he was unaware that he had been trespassing. The warden informed the suspect that he was trespassing because he crossed a fence as well as other barriers into a property that did not belong to him. The suspect was then arrested without incident and booked into the county jail. Case pending.

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FARMING

YOUNG TRACTOR WORKS

Specializing in complete pasture care under 50 acres. Services include: pasture mowing, spraying, pasture renovation, discing, planting winter rye, seeding pastures, repair hog damage. Also do dirt work: driveways, building sites, grading for drainage. Experienced fast professional service! Call 903-271-7394.

STRAW for SALE

Wheat Straw $6 per bale, 5 bale minimum. Call 903-227-2920.

Fishin’ Report

TAKE A KID FISHING or

Hunting!

are good mixed in with white bass biting on cut shad or on the slabs. Bass are slow at all depths. Crappie are slow.. Tawakoni GOOD. Water lightly stained; 61 degrees; 1.20 feet below pool. The extended warm-up has tricked the fish back into an early fall pattern, but that will not last long after the forecasted winter weather. Hybrid striper and white bass have remained good. We are seeing a lot of fish pull back onto humps and points. Slabs, spinnerbaits and swimbaits in chartreuse have been putting fish in the boat in 10-25 feet of water.

903-9052022.

LIVESTOCK

CATTLE for SALE 26 bred cows, 2 year old black bull. All for $34,750.00 or will sell part. Tom Bankston 903-640-3536 or Justin Bankston 903-2271892.

GOATS FOR SALE

10 Christmas, Pigmy/ Nigerian cross wethers. 6-8 weeks old. Healthy, handled, and friendly, very gentle. $75.00 each. Randolph area call 903-640-6430.

Arlington 0.62

Benbrook -5.09

Bonham 0.21

Bridgeport-8.62

Eagle Mountain -3.78

Fork -5.05

Granbury-2.04

Grapevine1.71

Joe Pool1.12

Week of December 14, 2022

Cooper FAIR. Water lightly stained; 65 degrees. The lake has risen four feet increasing the turbidity after the recent rains. This can slow the bite. Catfish are good on cut bait. White bass are sight feeders so use white jigging spoons on humps. While the water is murky, use brightly colored jigs for the crappie. Bass are fair along grass ledges and standing timber with crankbaits.

Lavon GOOD. Water lightly stained; 55 degrees; 1.90 feet below pool. Catfish are

good shallow following the new water flow coming from the creeks in 3-8 feet of water with cut shad. Monsters seem to be in 25-30 feet of water.

Gizzard shad are numerous in 2-3 feet of water on secondary points and small coves. Black bass are in 5-20 feet of water on structures with Alabama rigs, swimbaits, and large spoons.

Ray Roberts FAIR. Water is clear; 56 degrees; 1.48 feet below pool. White bass are good in 37-42 feet jigging with slabs with a bucktail trailer. Blue and some channel catfish

Texoma EXCELLENT. Water stained; 65 degrees; 1.03 feet below pool. Striped bass are very good on humps and ledges in 10-25 feet of water with Alabama rigs, swimbaits or live bait. There is very little bird action to direct you to fish so you will need to look around. Striped bass are good on the west end of the lake near the mouth of the red. Catching them on flukes dead sticking 40-60 feet of water and live bait drifting 30-40 feet of water. Watch for gulls working and birds on the banks near deep coves. Largemouth and smallmouth are still fair on live shad catching and releasing several smaller fish with the occasional bigger fish down the bluffs on the south end of the lake. Swim baits and crankbaits are working in the backs on the rocky coves. Blue and channel catfish are good in 40-50 feet of water for smaller fish on cut shad and drifting 10-20 feet of water for big blues along the flats and mouths of the rivers. Crappie are good on deeper brush piles in 18-25 feet of water. Active fish are on top of the brush and bigger fish are holding tight to the structure.

Lavon-1.23

Lewisville-2.25

Pat Mayse0.69

Possum Kingdom -6.71

Ray Hubbard0.02

Ray Roberts-1.13

Tawakoni -0.70

Texoma -0.67

Toledo Bend -3.74

I want to buy any older JOHN DEERE GRAIN DRILL in any condition with rubber tires. Call:

Bobby Howery took his grand daughters fishing in a private pond recently, this is Olivia (L) and Braelynn. Nice one Olivia! Send YOUR FISHING OR HUNTING pictures to fcltimmeek@gmail.com, attention Tim or text to 903-227-5702, for FREE publication on the

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AUCTIONS

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE

To satisfy a landlords lien.

Sale to be held at 11:00AM, Saturday December 31, 2022 at HWY 56 Storage Ranch, 8280 W. HWY 56, Savoy, TX 75479.

Contents belonging to Christopher Meeks in a 10 X 15 storage unit will be sold to the highest bidder.

Contents included: Used tires, miscellaneous furniture and household items, clothes, hangers, and rubber bins. Call for further details 903-449-4480.

Seller reserves the right to withdraw the property at anytime prior to the sale.

EMPLOYMENT

CLINICAL MEDICAL ASSISTANT for James Froelich, DO, FACOFP, Family Care Clinic, 2105 N Center St., Bonham, TX. Submit resume including education, certifications, training, employment history and references by email only to famcare05@verizon.net.

RED RIVER HEALTH CARE

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

THE CITY of BONHAM Public Works Department

Is accepting applications for 2 positions of Street Dept. Equipment Operator I.

Requirements: Experience in heavy equipment operation, street repair and construction; perform heavy manual labor and work in all types of weather conditions. $15.00 hourly to include paid vacation, sick time, personal time, retirement. Medical, dental, and vision insurance available at minimal costs. Applications are available Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm at Bonham City Hall, 514 Chestnut St., Bonham TX 75418 or online at www. cityofbonham.org. Position open until filled. The City of Bonham is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS for the FOLLOWING POSITIONS

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

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.

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

HELP WANTED

Metal building & Welding experience. Call: 903-4360555.

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. 7:30am4:00pm, 5 days per week. Send resume via email to brett@bfgammon.com. 903-583-3597

FOR SALE

NICE RV FOR SALE: 2011 model paid $13,500 only one year ago. Will sell for $8,500.00 cash. 40 foot with two pull outs and bumper pull. Call 903-449-4755. Also 42 acre pasture for rent.

Telephone Travel Stop Manager Team

IMPORTANT: PLEASE DO NOT CALL OR SHOW UP IN PERSON WITHOUT AN APPOINTMENT!

Chris Johnson, Broker

903-815-1661 903-640-3468 903-449-0624 903-227-7826 903-227-0168 903-517-9303

Telephone Travel Stop is currently seeking a couple of friendly, honest, hard-working managers to handle all aspects of the day-to-day operations of a multi-use facility (Motel • RV Park • Storage Units • Apartments

• Laundromat) in Telephone, TX (Fannin County). This would be perfect for an energetic retired couple who enjoys people and prefers staying home instead of traveling.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Handle everyday office duties (answering phones, processing payments, making reservations, checking customers in/out; etc.).

• Must be friendly and outgoing but able to enforce facility rules.

• Follow cleaning schedule and keep motel rooms and laundromat sparkling clean.

FOR SALE

16 ft. utility trailer, electric brakes, new spare, less than 6 months old, used 2 times. $3,300. Call 903640-6339 or 214-762-4292

FOR SALE

5 young low weight Black Angus bulls, 10 months old to 3 years old. Located in Paris, TX. Call or text 903-249-1752.

GARAGE SALE

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

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Ina large bowl, combine Bisquick,

and

Mix just until combined to create a dough. In a medium bowl, combine brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon and nuts. Add 2 Tbsp melted butter and stir until moistened. Set aside. Generously flour rolling surface. Flour your hand well also!! Turn dough out onto surface and start patting

into a rectangular shape with your hand. Use a rolling pin to thin dough to about 1/2 inch thickness. Do not over-roll, the dough will stick. Once rolled out, pour 3/4 c. melted butter over entire surface then spread with a pastry brush to even out and get to the edges. Sprinkle sugar/nut mixture over butter. Start rolling dough from long end. Slice into 1 inch to 1/2 inch slices. I used dental floss to slice mine. It really does work, without mushing the pastry. Transfer slices to a well greased 9X13 pan. I used a spatula to make it easier. Bake in preheated 375 degree oven for 25-30 minutes, until just golden brown on tops. Combine powdered sugar, milk and vanilla until desired consistensy and drizzle over top of rolls.

I hope everyone has a blessed Christmas!

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

• Perform outside duties, such as mowing, weed control, trash pickup, maintenance, landscaping, clean storage units, etc.

• Maintain cleaning supplies and inventory.

• Manage positive social media presence, in-person, and phone customer interactions.

• Must be available to work anytime, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Clear communication skills (must be fluent in English).

• Organized and professional. • At least two (2) years working in a similar position. • Must pass drug and background check. • Must have and maintain a valid Texas driver’s license.

Over 15,000 copies of The Fannin County Leader are distributed by mail to residents in Fannin County each week. Readers will find classified ads, display ads, legal notices and editorial content, all of which are important to the daily lives of local citizens. Our website, www.fannincountyleader. info, is updated daily with information important to our community. Visit our Facebook @ www.facebook.com/ The-Fannin-County-Leader for even more community activities and news.

Advertising rates may be obtained from an Account Representative or any other employee. Editorial may be submitted for publication, but will be included at Editor and Publisher’s discretion.

Editorial exceeding 300 words will result in delayed publication and may require payment. Any and all content, whether paid or un-paid, will be subject to Publisher approval.

Letters to the Editor are encouraged, however, they cannot exceed 250 words and must be signed by the writer

Letters to the Editor that exceed the word count may be published if the submitter is willing to pay for the extra space required to publish the letter in its entirety. Free publication of Letters to the Editor is limited to one every 60 days. Letters from the same contributor within the 60 day period will be published at standard advertising rate.

Political Letters to the Editor must be paid for in advance and signed by the writer.

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GARAGE SALE

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HOME SHOP

CLEAN OUT

Lots of Tools, Snap-On and Mac hand tools, Dewalt cordless tools, lots of miscellaneous. Two Zero Turn lawn mowers, One Murray lawn mower. Ivanhoe, TX. Text or Call 903-744-4890.

HELP WANTED

HOME HEALTH

CARE PROVIDER

For the Elderly or Disabled. I am local within Fannin County. With 20 years experience and can pass background check and physical. Contact Gina Jones 580453-1612.

HELP WANTED

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

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

HELP WANTED

Needing an Experienced Carpenter’s Helper for inside job, Full or part time. Call 903-821-0604.

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.

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In Need Thrift Store 101 West Hayes, Savoy Open Friday thru Sunday 10am-5pm.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

TREES and MÁS

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

PROFESSIONAL PAINT & DRYWALL REPAIRS:

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

MUNOZ LAWN CARE & TREE TRIMMING

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

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 or 903-583-1259.

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

APP HOUSE LEVELING & FOUNDATION REPAIR

and Beam/ Slab Foundation/ Small & Large Remodels. 903-227-2860.

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, January 09, 2023 at 6:45 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.

Jance Morris Superintendent Savoy ISD 903-965-5262

FREE CLOTHES

& HOUSEWARES:

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

OLD FASHIONED TAMALES and PIES

in TRENTON

Are now taking Christmas orders! Apple, Buttermilk, Cherry, Chocolate, Coconut Cream, Key Lime, Lemon Meringue, Pecan, Pineapple, Pumpkin, and Sweet Potato pies are all $18 each. Don’t see your favorite on the list? Just ask and we are happy to make it for you. Beef Tamales $15 per dozen. Assorted Fried Pies $2 each or 3 for $5. Banana Bread $6. Don’t delay…Get your order in today! We are located 1.5 miles north of Trenton, just off 121. 351 County Road 4540, Trenton TX 75490 (903) 989-2405 OldFashionedTamales.com

No. PR-2022-13129 IN THE ESTATE OF IN THE COUNTY COURT JERRY RAY GILES, AT LAW OF DECEASED FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS

12/20/22

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of JERRY RAY GILES, Deceased, were issued on December 13, 2022, in Cause No. PR-202213129, pending in the County Court of FANNIN County, Texas, to: JERRY RAY GILES.

All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law.

c/o: JERRY RAY GILES, 62 Friendship Circle, Bells, Texas 75414

DATED the 14th day of December , 2022.

/S/-GREGG M. GIBBS

GREGG M. GIBBS

Attorney for JERRY RAY GILES State Bar No.: 00798204

2780 Virginia Parkway, Suite 401 McKinney, Texas 75071

Telephone: (972) 562-0266 Facsimile: (972) 569-9278 E-mail: gregg@mckinneylaw.com

WAYNE RAY FIELDS

Cremation arrangements for Wayne Ray Fields, age 67, of Telephone, Texas are under the direction of Wise Funeral Home. Wayne passed away Monday afternoon, December 5, 2022, at Texoma Medical Center in Denison, Texas lovingly surrounded by family.

Wayne was born on September 16, 1955, in Boswell, Oklahoma, the son of Tommy Dee Fields and Frankie Loretta Johnson Fields. He worked as a truck driver and mechanic. He enjoyed country western dancing and according to his family, he was quite exceptional at it. Amy, Wayne’s daughter, fondly recalled when they worked together in restoring a 1950 Lincoln. She said he liked fast cars and women. Wayne won best interior on that restoration. He liked working with his hands and especially liked building home decks. Wayne’s favorite musician was Dwight Yoakam and he enjoyed singing karaoke. He was a loving father and brother. He will be greatly missed. Wayne is preceded in death by his parents; son, Derrick Fields Moles; brothers Rickey Fields and Andy Fields; and sister, Sandra Cox.

He is survived by his son, Christopher Fields Moles of Dekalb, Texas; daughters, Amy Fields of Telephone, Texas and Lateisha Fields Moles Williams and husband James of New Boston, Texas; brother, Randy Fields in Telephone, Texas; sister, Melba Harris of Telephone, Texas; brother-in-law, Terry Cox of Simms, Texas; grandchildren, Derek Moore and Dylan Moore; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and a host of friends. Online guest register at www.wisefuneralhome.com

FRANK JOSEPH SALERNO

Bonham- Today the world lost a father, grandfather, and friend. Frank Joseph Salerno, 75, of Sulphur Springs, passed away, after a long battle with illness, on Saturday, December 10. He was preceded in death by his mother, Celia Martinez and his father, Nicholas Salerno. Frank left behind a sister, Sarah Hernandez, brother, Ray Hernandez, son, Scott Salerno, daughters, Suzanne Hamilton, and Elizabeth Soria, as well as six grandchildren, Kali, Sammy, Celeste, Jennifer, Marcos, and Jenevieve.

A Rosary was held Friday evening, December 16, 2022, from 6:00 to 8:00pm, at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel in Bonham, Texas. Father Victor of St. James Catholic Church in Sulphur Springs presided. The burial for Mr. Salerno will take place Tuesday, December 20, 2022, at 9:15am, at Dallas Fort Worth National Cemetery, the cemetery is operating under Covid-19 protocol and wearing a mask is encouraged.

FANNIN COUNTY EMPLOYMENT NOTICE

The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service in Fannin County will be accepting applications for the position of Secretary to Fannin County Extension Agents. Applicants should be proficient in all Microsoft Office programs; have the ability to learn and utilize additional online programs; have excellent communication, organizational, and record keeping skills; work well with people; and perform duties with minimal supervision. This position will provide administrative support for three agents and the ability to handle multiple tasks is essential.

Benefits include: vacation, sick leave, holidays, retirement, medical, dental and life insurance. Applications are available through Fannin County Extension Office 2505 North Center St. Bonham, Texas 75418, online at www. co.fannin.tx.us Employment Opportunities, or you may contact the Fannin County Extension Office at (903) 5837453, or email: Bethany.Arie@ag.tamu.edu. Applications must be submitted with complete resume and cover letter. Applicants will be subject to an official background check.

12/20/22

A PAW UP Helping Animals

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REAL ESTATE

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.

116 ACRES for LEASE in HONEY GROVE

Fully fenced, 3 ponds and city water. 3 miles from downtown Honey Grove. Call: 214-500-0393.

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

Large RV with slides FOR RENT

Includes all utilities except propane, in Savoy, TX. Ideal for single person. $700 monthly, $200 deposit required. No pets. Call 903-718-2064.

BillBuysHouses.com

Buying homes As Is since ‘91 Also buys lots, land & Manuf. Homes 214.478.8979

PINE RUN APARTMENTS

Now taking applications for 1 & 2 bedroom apartments. Please call 903-378-7146.

220 E 1ST STREET

BONHAM, TX 75418

Commercial warehouse storage space for rent. Approx. 3,500 sf. With loading dock. $1,000 per month (utilities not included). Call or text: 903-583-0108

SELF STORAGE

RENT a STORAGE UNIT in RANDOLPH & BONHAM

Several large units are available starting at $69.95! Unit sizes from 10 x 10 up to 10’x22’. Gated parking spaces start at $39.95.

Randolph facility @ Hwy 121 & Hwy 11, Randolph, TX 75490. Bonham facility @ 400 Katy Blvd, Bonham, TX 75418. Contactless rental online 24/7 at www. brightstartstorage.com. For more information call our office at (903) 505-6800 & (903) 292-0657.

d’Arc Lake.

Bois d’Arc lake 5,000ft Buffer & the Zoning Parcels for Bois d’Arc Lake. If you have any questions please call us, we are here to help.

Development Services 903-449-4220 (Culverts, Lake Zoning, Subdivisions & Rental Communities)

Game Warden Field Notes

What Happens in Vegas ...

Patrolling for wildlife violations, Harris County Game Wardens observed a flashlight beam in the woods and a truck operating erratically on an adjacent private easement road. The wardens stopped the vehicle and contacted the driver. Wearing full camouflage, the driver exited the vehicle immediately with his hands up. What appeared to be a potential road hunting case quickly changed when the driver and their partner stated that they lived nearby and were investigating a prowler after an alert from their farm dogs. The wardens confirmed their house was located just 200 yards away from where the couple stopped. While interviewing the driver, a loaded revolver was located on the center console. A serial number check revealed that the pistol was stolen during a 2006 burglary in Las Vegas. The driver stated he couldn’t remember if he was given the pistol or purchased it but denied any knowledge that it was stolen. With no independent charges to file or evidence that the driver was involved or had knowledge of the theft, the couple were released from the scene and the pistol was seized for return to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.

When Doves Cry

While patrolling late at night, a Bastrop County Game Warden heard multiple shots from a nearby property. As he arrived, a truck exited the property, and he initiated a traffic stop. He immediately recognized the driver as a convicted felon he had previously arrested twice. The driver admitted to multiple guns in the truck and claimed they belonged to the passenger. However, the passenger could not answer basic questions on the firearms like how many or what kind they were. The

warden also recovered a fish shocker in the backseat and two freshly killed mourning doves in the bed of the truck. The individuals claimed the doves had somehow fallen out of a tree and into the truck. Altogether, the warden seized seven firearms, one shocking device and two mourning doves. Dispatch confirmed one of the firearms was stolen. The male subject was arrested for unlawful possession of firearms by a felon and possessing a shocker within a half-mile from public water. The female passenger was arrested on 11 outstanding warrants.

Where Everybody Knows Your Name

After assisting with a manhunt, a Falls County Game Warden was returning home when another vehicle changed lanes abruptly, almost striking his patrol vehicle. The warden initiated his emergency lights for a traffic stop but it took almost a mile for the driver to pull over to the shoulder. Upon contact, he noticed the driver was under the influence. During the standard field sobriety test, the driver asked several times if he could just be taken home or if someone could pick him up. The warden explained that the test revealed an absolute level of intoxication (three times the legal limit) and he was going to be arrested for driving while intoxicated. The driver became very emotional and sat down on the shoulder, refusing to be placed in the patrol vehicle. With the assistance of a deputy, the warden spoke with the driver for a few minutes and the driver finally agreed to get in the deputy’s patrol vehicle. Once at the jail, staff immediately recognized the driver. Just the week before, the driver had been arrested and released for another driving while intoxicated charge.

HELP WANTED

Pecan Place Apartments

Located in Bonham, Texas

Seeking a Maintenance Tech / Janitor. Full Time, plus benefits. $18 - $24 per hour depending on qualifications/experience.

If you are interested, please email a resume to Jason.castle@rhf.org or fax to 903-583-7466

Equal Opportunity Employer

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

12/13/22

CITY OF HONEY GROVE TEXAS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM

The City of Honey Grove will hold a public hearing at 5:30 PM, Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at City Hall, 633 N. 6th Street, Honey Grove, TX 75446 regarding the submission of an application to the Texas Department of Agriculture for one or more Texas Community Development Block Grant Program (TxCDBG) grants for Program Year 2023. City of Honey Grove may be eligible to participate in the Community Development Fund, Colonia Fund Construction Program, Colonia Economically Distressed Areas Program, Fire, Ambulance & Service Truck (FAST), and/or Downtown Revitalization Program. The purpose of this meeting is to allow citizens an opportunity to discuss the citizen participation plan, the development of local housing and community development needs, the amount of TxCDBG funding available, all eligible TxCDBG activities, and the use of past TxCDBG funds. The City encourages citizens to participate in the development of TxCDBG application(s) and to make their views known at this public hearing. Citizens unable to attend this meeting may submit their views and proposals to City Hall. Persons with disabilities that wish to attend this meeting should contact City Hall, 903-378-3033, to arrange for assistance. Individuals who require auxiliary aids or services for this meeting should contact City Hal, 903-378-3033, at least two days before the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

12/20/22

Sunnyside Cemetery Receives Donation

Savoy Sunnyside Cemetery was started in July, 1904, with a deed from Thomas V. Gorrell and wife Ruth Ann Faubion Gorrell selling three and one half acres for $150.00 to Cemetery Trustees with S.A. Harper, W.L. Teague and H.H. Arterberry’s name on the deed. Several of the Gorrell ancestors are buried at Sunnyside today. Faubion, Chandler, Anderson, Bramlett, Young, Large, White and maybe others. The families have continued to support the cemetery through the years.

In April, 1930, Charley D. Malone and wife Ellen Elizabeth Rhudy Malone sold two more acres of land for $200.00 to the cemetery Trustees with H.H. Arterberry’s name on the deed. Many of the ancestors of these are also buried at the cemetery.

In October, 1997, Bill Steedman and wife Judy Redwine Steedman donated 1.326 acres making a total of 6.826 acres.

In late 2020 a survey was made by Sanderson Survey

to add an additional 0.520 acres making a total acreage for the cemetery of 6.923 acres which was put under one plat.

During all these years so many people have contributed to the upkeep of the cemetery. Some of the ones who spent much of their time, money and love for the community were Claude and Marie Strickland, Brown Bibby, Betty Dodson and Bill Bibby. Over the years the Bomar’s, Bibby’s, Dodson’s, Arterberry’s, Stroud’s and so many others have contributed large amounts of money in their wills for the cemetery upkeep. Brent Frailicks has donated his time and music for annual fundraisers. A member of the Chandler family trimmed all the trees and continually picks up trash or anything else needed. And this year Jeff Frances’ company donated $20,000.00 to build a Pavilion at the cemetery.

This week another “keeper” of the cemetery, who is a descendant of the above people,

POSITION POSTING

JOB TITLE: County Court at Law Bailiff SALARY: G4 BENEFITS: Vacation, Sick Leave, Holidays, Medical, Dental & Life Insurance, and TCDRS Retirement. VALUES: Professionalism, Integrity, Courtesy, and Community. REQUIREMENTS: 1. Provides security and support functions to the Judge and staff. 2. Support functions include making arrests and executing warrants. 3. Maintains and secures the courtroom. 4. Maintains excellent public, staff and court relationships during the course of business.

5. Carries a firearm with legal authority to use it in proper circumstances and is charged with the responsibility of knowing when those circumstances are present.

6. Checks and updates court dockets prior to scheduled docket dates.

7. Performs occasional administrative duties such as answering the phone, preparing yearly budget, monitoring monthly budget, scheduling appointments for officials, picking up mail, review for threats, make distribution, preparing purchase orders, picking up items from supplier (Purchasing Dept.), and perform other related clerical duties.

8. Confirms active warrants and makes arrest. Follows the Code of Judicial Conduct.

9. Assists Court in obtaining and providing services relating to jury activities.

10. Performs other related duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Frequent sitting, standing, and walking. Occasional kneeling, crouching/ stooping, twisting the upper body and utilizing upper and lower body strength movement.

APPLICATIONS: May be picked up at the Fannin County Auditor’s Office Monday – Friday, 8AM - 5PM., or online at www.co.fannin.tx.us

James and Diana Dodson, presented the cemetery with another $20,000.00 check to use as needed by the cemetery trustees. We hope to upgrade the roads with some of this money. This Community takes care of its own and we are so blessed to have such caring people to give in memory of their families and carry on the legacy. Thank You, thank you, thank you.

Current members of the Cemetery Assocition are Oscar Elk, President, J.W. Vaughn, Vice President, Sharen Sanders, Secretery, Betty Smith, Treasurer, and members Tom & Carol Anderson, Michael Bomar, Margaret Frailicks, Raylene Gray, Paschal Melugin, J.D. & Gwen Moore, Agnes Ricker, Curtis Riggen, Mike Sanders and Rose Vaughn. Ex-offico members are Bill & Joan Bibby & Tom Melugin, due to health reasons.

Betty Smith Treasurer/Trustee Savoy Sunnyside Cemetery

Citizens of Heaven

By Mike Dickison (Minister of the Ivanhoe Church of Christ)

Christians have a fellowship with God as His family. Paul reminds Christians that, “therefore ye are no more strangers and foreigners, but fellowcitizens with the saints, and of the household of God” (Ephesians 2:19). Christians are citizens of the greatest country, “a better country, that is, an heavenly” (Hebrews 11:16).

Being a citizen of Heaven is a source of real joy. Jesus told his disciples not to rejoice because of the miraculous, “but rather rejoice, because your names are written in heaven” (Luke 10:20). What a country!

Being a citizen of Heaven promises a place of permanent Residence. We are looking forward to Heaven. Christ taught his followers that “In my Father’s house

are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you” (John 14:2). There we will be for all eternity.

Being a citizen of Heaven encourages us to live properly. As those that have been raised from baptism, “we also should walk in newness of life” (Romans 6:4). Paul stated that “If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God” (Colossians 3:1). The Philippians brethren received the message “For our conversation is in heaven; from whence also we look for the Saviour, the Lord Jesus Christ” (Philippians 3:20).

Being a citizen of Heaven provides a glorious inheritance. In the ‘sermon on the mount’ as recorded by Matthew, the Messiah charges us, “Lay not up for your-

Fannin County

selves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal: But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal” (Matthew 6:19-20). Peter reminds us that Christians have “an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you” (1 Peter 1:4).

Being a citizen of Heaven reminds us of the registry in Heaven that is kept of the names of the citizens. No bad or evil thing will be in Heaven. John records that, “there shall in no wise enter into it anything that defileth, neither whatsoever worketh abomination, or maketh a lie: but they which are written in the Lamb’s book of life” (Revelation 21:27).

LEGAL NOTICE

Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Private Club registration permit and a Late Hours Certificate by Bonham Outpost PC Inc d.b.a Bonham Outpost, to be located at 1216 FM 273, Bonham, Fannin County, Texas. Officers of said corporation are: Venkata Vadlamani - Pres/Dir, Shih Shyu - Sec/Dir, Ashwini ShivalingappaTres/Dir.

Precinct 1 Commissioner • Edwina Lane Pct. Barn Location: 8865 Highway 56 W (2 miles east of Savoy) • Savoy, Texas 75479 Phone: 903-965-7030

Email Address: elane@fanninco.net

Precinct 2 Commissioner • A.J. Self Pct. Barn Location: 500 N. Highway 69 • Leonard, Texas 75452 Phone: 903-587-3455

Email Address: aself@fanninco.net

Precinct 3 Commissioner • Jerry Magness Pct. Barn Location: 18101 East FM 1396 (Just off Hwy 82) • Honey Grove, Texas 75446 Phone: 903-378-2941

Email Address: precinct3@fanninco.net Precinct 4 Commissioner • Dean Lackey Pct. Barn Location: 1369 East Highway 56 • Bonham, Texas 75418 Phone: 903-583-2039

Email Address: dlackey@fanninco.net

Creative Arts Center hosts Open Mic Night & Potluck on the

2nd

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law.

c/o Katherine McCraw 1415 Harroun Ave. McKinney, Texas 75069

- On Friday January 13th and 20th at 6:00pm, join us at the Creative Arts Center at 200 W 5th St Bonham for Open Mic Night & Potluck as local performers share their musical, poetic, comedic, and storytelling acts! Don’t worry – you will not be obligated to perform if you attend! Guests are asked to bring a dish, side, or dessert to contribute to our potluck, and BYOB is welcome. Please consider making a tax-deductible monetary contribution to the Creative Arts Center in lieu of an admission fee. For more information or if you wish to perform at our Open Mic Night, please call 903-640-2196 or email BonArtCenter@gmail.com

Excelling & Exceeding Early:

HG girls reach 14-2A hoops having already surpassed ‘21-’22 win total

Early results have been promising for Class 2A Honey Grove’s Lady Warriors to start the 2022-23 girls’ basketball season.

A week into December, they had already surpassed their 11-win total from last season.

A 40-37 home non-district win on Dec. 6 over 2A Tioga improved Honey Grove’s overall record to 13-4 un-

Determining Her Direction:

der new head coach and alum Gabe Lane.

Winning the North Hopkins Tournament on Dec. 10 increased it to 174, heading into 14-2A play.

District play begins this month for the Lady Warriors who have been favored to finish third in 14-2A in the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches’ pre-district predictions -meaning Honey Grove’s first girls’ basketball postseason trip since 2020.

Dodd City’s Mauppin to run XC, play softball for East Central

Hilliard

DODD CITY -- Senior Lindsey Mauppin’s high school career has taken her many directions across Texas.

It has frequently been south -four advances to State in cross country, a couple in softball and once in girls’ basketball.

While determining where she would continue her athletic career beyond high school -- ideally, she hoped, in cross country and softball -- it has also even taken her west.

The opportunity to do both led her north -- and across the Red River -- to East Central University in Ada, Okla.

“I’ve always wanted to play softball, but I love cross country, too,” said Mauppin, who announced her decision on

Dec. 12 during a signing ceremony in the Dodd City ISD west gymnasium.

“ECU gave me the option to do both,” she said. “It made it easy. I didn’t have to give anything up to go there.

“It’s an amazing opportunity. I’m excited.”

Like the last two softball seasons, when Mauppin has either pitched or played shortstop when not in the circle, she will likely have multiple roles to play for ECU.

“[The coach] is looking to use me as a pitcher,” said Mauppin, “but as long as I can hit, I’ll have a place on the field.”

Handling both roles has led to success for Dodd City and her the last two softball seasons.

As a sophomore, she started the Class 1A State softball

championship game in the circle and got the win, as the Lady Hornets won their first title in the sport. The effort

ors from TGCA and the Texas Sports Writers Association at shortstop and newcomer of the year status in District 15-2A. for the 2021 season.

Mauppin helped Dodd City last spring to reach the 1A State softball semifinals and garnered individual notoriety for the 2022 season: 1A all-state status again from TGCA and TSWA, a spot on the TGCA Red 1A-4A all-star team and a 15-2A first-team infield selection.

She will also bring a successful high school cross country resume to ECU.

Mauppin won the 23-1A girls’ individuals competition the last two seasons, placed in the Top 10 all four years in the regional races and twice -10th and 11th place, as a sophomore and senior, respectively

-- finished amongst the best during her four 1A State races.

“It’s great, being her dad and coach, to see her hard work pay off [with this signing],” said Bruce Mauppin, Dodd City’s superintendent, cross country coach and softball manager during Lindsey’s first three high school seasons.

“I’ve told her the work is just beginning,” he said. “You are basically starting over.”

Though her high school cross country career has ended, Mauppin still has a few other sports in which to excel in the coming months.

“I still want to go as far as we can and get back to State in softball. and at least to the regional tournament in basketball,” she said. “I want to go as far as we can -- get some more bling.”

DC’s Rodriguez, Bonhi’s Kirkpatrick on ‘22 TGCA all-state v’ball teams

League classifications.

Bonham hitter Alli Kirkpatrick received the allstate honor for the secondstraight season in Class 3A.

Kirkpatrick, an Angelo State University signee as a setter, also claimed one of 20 spots on the 202223 TGCA 1A-4A Legacy Team. She totaled 1,939

kills and 1,375 digs during four seasons for Bonham.

Setter Brianna Rodriguez garnered an all-state honor in 1A after helping Dodd City this fall win the District 19-1A title and reach the regional quarterfinals in the sport for the second time in the last three seasons. She averaged 28 assists.

Story and photos by Rich Hilliard

Bonham’s

Alli Kirkpatrick.

Story and photos by Rich Hilliard

Freshman Ensley McGuire (3) stays ahead of an opponent on Dec. 6.

Senior Prisella Reyna (22) brings the basketball up court on Dec. 6. Reyna made the alldistrict first team last season.

Freshman Gabby Finney (0) looks to pass on Dec. 6.

Freshman Elli Lane (23) controls the basketball on Dec. 6.

Junior Carsyn Lane (14) looks to pass on Dec. 6.

Junior Kailyn Freeman (1) brings the basketball up court on Dec. 6.

Sophomore Caycee Woodard (4) focuses on her shot on Dec. 6. Woodard garnered an all-district honorable mention last season.

Story and photo by Rich

individually earned her a spot on the Texas Girls Coaches Association all-state softball tournament team at pitcher, to go with 1A all-state hon-

Dodd City senior Lindsey Mauppin on Dec. 12 announces her decision to continue her cross country and softball careers at East Central University in Ada, Okla., with mom Bonnie (right) and dad Bruce (left) on hand.

Turner, -3rd place Brynlee Whitburn

3rd grade Ready Writing -4th place Rileena Goodman, -5th place Kaeden Knight

4th grade Ready Writing

-1st place Cozelynn Johnson, -4th place Emerson Parker, -5th place Brady Tolnay

6th grade Editorial Writing -5th place Jaelyn Williams

2nd grade Music Memory -1st place Palmer Turner, -2nd place Ian Brownfield, -3rd place Hudson Dederick, -4th

place Brynlee Whitburn -1st place as a team Palmer Turner, Ian Brownfield, Hudson Dederick, Brynlee Whitburn

2nd grade Storytelling -1st place Karina Perez-Garcia 3rd grade Storytelling -2nd place Rileena Goodwin 6th grade Dictionary Skills -3rd place Kynzie Cooley, -6th place Falen Heilman -3rd as a team Kynzie Cooley, Falen Heilman, Jaylee Jones 6th grade Mathematics

-3rd as a team Riley Brownfield, Kaden Wheeler, Kaelin Gracia

4th grade Number Sense -1st place Brady Tolnay, -2nd place Madison Holliday, -1st place as a team Brady Tolnay, Madison Holliday, Cozelynn Johnson, 5th grade Number Sense -3rd place Levi Felder, –6th place Preslei Stockton, -2nd as a team Levi Felder, Preslei Stockton, Case Dederick

6th grade Number Sense

-1st place Riley Brownfield, -4th place Kaden Wheeler -1st as team

Riley Brownfield, Kaden Wheeler, Kaelin Gracia

6th grade Calculator

Tie for 1st place - Kaden Wheeler, Riley Brownfield, 3rd place - Kaelin Gracia

-1st place as a team Kaden Wheeler, Riley Brownfield, Kaelin Gracia 6th grade Oral Reading -4th place Kynzie Cooley 5th grade Maps, Graphs, & Charts

-3rd place Christian Scroggins

6th grade Maps, Graphs, & Charts

-3rd place Riley Brownfield -3rd place as a team

Riley Brownfield, Falen Heilman, Kaden Wheeler

3rd grade Spelling

-3rd place as a team

Kaeden Knight, Christopher Eastep, Levi Halbert

4th grade Spelling

-1st place Cozelynn Johnson

5th grade Spelling

-3rd place as a team

Case Dederick, Patrick Polk, Preslei Stockton

6th grade Spelling -6th place Jaylee Jones

-2nd place as a team

Jaylee Jones, Austin Mitchell, Kynzie Cooley

6th grade Science

-6th place JD Martin

-2nd as a team JD Martin, Jaelyn Williams, Falen Heilman

5th Grade Chess Puzzle

-4th place Christian Scroggins, -5th place Preslie Stockton -3rd as a team

Christian Scroggins, Preslie Stockton, Patrick Polk

6th Grade Chess Puzzle

-6th place Jaelyn Ramirez -2nd as a team

Jaelyn Ramirez, JD Martin, Riley Brownfield

6th Grade Social Studies

-5th place Falen Heilman, -6th place Ruby Torres

-1st place as a team

Falen Heilman, Ruby Torres, Jaelyn Williams

5th grade Listening

-6th place Levi Felder

-3rd place as a team

Levi Felder, Case Dederick, Jakoby Bridges

6th grade Listening

-5th place Kaden Wheeler, -6th place Kynzie Cooley -1st place as a team

Kaden Wheeler, Kynzie Cooley, Luke Luster