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By Malinda Allison, Fannin County Museum of History

Courtesy Photos

[The 2nd in a series of articles for the 175th Anniversary of Bonham]

After the Civil War a number of corporations began the process of establishing railroads in Texas.

A line was proposed that would begin at Marshall to Texarkana, and then from Texarkana to the west and from Sherman to the east.

On December 7, 1872 a mass meeting of the citizens of Bonham was held at the courthouse to settle a dispute over location of the proposed depot to be constructed when the line arrived in the city. Two sites were offered with strong proponents for both. One site was east of town in the Bois d’Arc bottom. The other was 250 yards south of the courthouse square.

The later site was referred to as “being free from frogs, turtles, water moccasins, mosquitos, and mud.” After a three hour debate a petition was drawn up requesting

city fathers to order an election on the subsidy question and to locate the depot at the site south of the square. The subsidy question involved a demand by the railroad owners for a financial donation by the city to aid in construction of the line and the depot.

The election was scheduled for mid January with funds in the amount of $25,000 to be allocated to the subsidy. There was still much bitter feeling over the depot location and partly as a result the election failed 425 votes against and 229 voted for.

Fearing a loss of the railroad for the city, the officials took another course of action. Using several tracts of land owned by the city from the Inglish and Simpson donations, land along Powder Creek from city limits to city limits was donated in lieu of the subsidy.

The deed to the property specified that “Texas and Pacific Railway Company shall establish and maintain a passenger and freight depot upon the land herein conveyed.”

The Texas and Pacific Railway Company continued work on the

Transcontinental Line through the spring and summer of 1873 as the line was being built from Sherman eastward. In later spring

or early summer construction was begun on the depot between Main and Center Streets.

The only information about the building comes from a series of

Sanborn Insurance maps. The building was surrounded by an elevated dock. Adjoining on the east end and running to the end of the block was a wooden freight dock covered by a roof but with open sides. Across three lines of railroad tracks was a large cotton shipping platform where bales of cotton were stored awaiting transport.

Track laying reached Savoy by the middle of August. The Transcontinental track from Sherman to Bonham was completed and the first train arrived on October 12, 1873.

Newspaper editor Tom Burnett stated: “Many important changes have occurred in the city and its surroundings. New houses have sprung up everywhere and the town has put on railroad airs in profusion. The Transcontinental has been completed and trains come thundering along every few hours. Our merchants and business men have acquired an additional spring in the heel, and claw and hammer coats and four story tops of the latest distress parade the streets in droves. We hardly know the place and fear we shall have to fly around briskly (with

pencil behind ear) to keep up with the times and season.”

By November 1 the rails reached the county line beyond Honey Grove. The days of the stage coach were numbered with each mile of railroad construction. The 8.78 miles from Brookston to Paris was finished in 1875 and 90.44 miles from Paris to Texarkana were completed in 1876. The remainder of the Transcontinental line from Sherman to Fort Worth was not constructed until 1880, finally providing the linkup with the principal line of the Texas and Pacific Railway.

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Ending An Extended Absence: Class 1A Savoy Lady Cardinals reach first hoops postseason since 2014

By Rich Hilliard

SAVOY -- Maddie Clark and Alyson Bogard have no memories of the last time Savoy reached the girls’ basketball postseason.

The Lady Cardinals’ last advance almost predates their days at Savoy ISD -- they were second graders there at the time.

That bi-district trip in 2014 concluded six-straight trips by the Lady Cardinals -- highlighted, midway through the streak, by consecutive advances to the regional semifinals.

Ending that absence -- a year shy of a decade -- evokes different reactions from the juniors -two of only seven total players on the team.

“It’s really nerve racking,” said Bogard. “We are trying to impress the whole community. We don’t want to disappoint.”

“I think it’s a great opportunity,” said Clark. “I’m excited for it.”

Savoy’s advance comes during the third-place Lady Cardinals’ first season under head coach Dustin Bates.

“The number one thing we’ve focused on is the culture of our program,” said Bates. “We want to be known as a program of character.

“We want to be good teammates first,” he said. “Be en-

couraging. Be dependable. Be trustworthy.

“After that, we want to be tough. And, we want to play together.”

The juniors noted multiple aspects of their first season with Bates at the helm.

“He has a lot of good strategies,” said Bogard, “and he pushes us to do our best.”

“He always pushes us to do better,” agreed Clark, also noting Bates’ plays and ideas. “We are a lot more disciplined.”

“We are definitely a lot more disciplined than before,” agreed Bogard.

Having secured a postseason spot last month, Savoy got a confidence boost, heading into the

playoffs, even in a loss on Feb. 6. The Lady Cardinals narrowly lost, 4236, at district runner-up -- and postseason-regular -- Campbell -- after having 10 days between 23-1A games due to icy conditions Jan. 30-Feb. 2 and the annual Beta competition the following two days.

“We executed better and had more energy,” said Clark. “We just did better and shots were falling.”

“I feel more confident. The first time, we lost by 20 [to Campbell],” said Bogard. “I feel good knowing we can do it.”

Note: Presley Walker also plays for the 2023 Savoy Lady Cardinals basketball team.

DC, HG, SR girls also extend hoops seasons

Three other Fannin County girls’ basketball teams continued their campaigns beyond the regular season.

Dodd City repeated as the 23-1A champion -- its 11th-straight undefeated district title. Meanwhile, in 14-2A, Honey Grove secured the third-place berth, returning to the playoffs for the first time since 2020.

Sam Rayburn and Whitewright tied for the 14-2A fourth-place berth, necessitating a play-in Friday, Feb. 10. -- Rich Hilliard

DC Lady Hornets’ softball starts 2023 at No. 3 in Class 1A pre-season poll

Honey Grove’s Beavers all-state linebacker

Dodd City’s Addyson Chaney hits on April 1, 2022, at Ector during District 15-2A softball.

State softball semifinal game.

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Dodd City garnered the No. 3 ranking in the Texas Girls Coaches Association pre-season state softball poll, released on Jan. 30.

The Lady Hornets attained the spot, after being edged last spring by eventual-champion D’Hanis, 2-0, in a Class 1A

It represented Dodd City’s fourth appearance in the 1A State tournament in the last five completed softball seasons -- the Lady Hornets, in 2021, won their first title in the sport.

D’Hanis will start the season atop the 1A poll, which also included: No. 2 Hermleigh, No. 4 Blum, No. 5 North Zulch,

No. 6 Aspermont, No. 7 Chireno, No. 8 Chester, No. 9 Northside, No. 10 Eula.

The 2A pre-season poll included: No. 1 Crawford (defending champion), No. 2 Weimar, No. 3 Ganado, No. 4 Thorndale, No. 5 Stamford, No. 6 Lovelady, No. 7 Archer City, No. 8 Groveton, No. 9 Como-Pickton, No.10 Bre-

The 3A pre-season poll included: No. 1 Hallettsville (defending champion), No. 2 Hughes Springs, No. 3 Coahoma, No. 4 Bishop, No. 5 Lorena, No. 6 Bushland, No. 7 Lamesa, No. 8 Franklin, No. 9 Mount Vernon, No. 10 East Bernard.

By Rich Hilliard

Honey Grove’s Levi Beavers has been named at linebacker to the Texas Sports Writers Association all-state third team for the 2022 football season.

The 5-10, 205 sophomore made more than 170 tackles this season for the War-

riors (9-3, 5-1), who with an area-round trip made their first postseason advance since 2019’s same-round advance. Beavers earlier shared the defensive player of the year superlative in 9-2A-I, as the Warriors advanced to the postseason as the district runner-up.

Molly Davis (22), Meredith Davis (21) and Cassidy Almy (10) of Savoy look to grab a rebound on Dec. 20 during non-district girls’ basketball.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Savoy’s Abigail Gates (11) brings the ball up court on Dec. 20 during non-district girls’ basketball. Photo by Rich Hilliard

Honey Grove’s Levi Beavers drives with the ball on Jan. 13 during District 14-2A boys’ basketball. Photo by Rich Hilliard

Dodd City’s Lindsey Mauppin pitches on April 1, 2022, during District 15-2A softball at Ector.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Photo by Rich Hilliard

By Rich Hilliard

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The railroad changed everything for Bonham and Fannin County. Note below the cotton compress and the cotton platform in the 1892 Sanborn map below.

Before the railroad cotton was shipped on wagons.

The Fannin County Museum of History is located in the Texas & Pacific Depot which was built in 1918 and replaced an earlier depot that had burned.

The Museum has many items relating to the railroad in Bonham. Stop by to see the Depot, the restored caboose and the many items in the Railroad Room.

Note: This article is adapted from articles written by Tom Scott in 1992.

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Bids are due Thursday, February 23, 2023 at 10:00a and must be submitted to Beth Eggar at beggar@tcog.com or mailed to 1117 Gallagher Drive, Suite 100, Sherman, TX 75090. Late bids will not be accepted.

First United Bank Seeks to Break Kindness Record

Texas - Each year on February 17th, millions of people come together to change the world, one random act of kindness at a time. First United Bank will be sharing this effort for the third year. Their goal is to complete 300,000 acts of kindness in one day.

United Acts of Kindness Day serves as a day for the people in our community to come together to spread joy, hope, and love to friends, family, co-workers, and neighbors through acts of kindness. Anyone can participate, and no act is too big or too small to elevate a life or make an impact.

With the help and generosity of our employees and partnering organizations like local area businesses, non-profits,

churches, community leaders, and community members, First United hopes to spread hope in the world and spark a kindness revolution.

To learn more about First United’s United Acts of Kindness Day, download a business packet for your place of business, or log your individual acts of kindness, please visit www.unitedactsofkindness.org. You can share your kindness stories on social media on February 17th using #UnitedActsOfKindness.

First United’s purpose is to inspire and empower others to Spend Life Wisely, which includes a holistic approach to life that encompasses financial well-being, faith, health and wellness, and personal growth.

1885 Sanborn map showing the Depot

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education and is enrolled as a junior or beyond in college. An applicant must be a graduate of a Fannin County high school or be a Fannin County resident. The applicant must submit a letter and a transcript. The letter must

include a thorough overview of her background, current educational status and plan for the future. The deadline for applications will be March 15 and should be mailed to Linda Brewer at 292 CR 2610, Bonham, TX 75418.

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Jesus Came to Town

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

In the nineteenth chapter of Luke, we see that Jesus came to Jericho. “His fame went throughout” and “great multitudes came together to hear” (Matthew 4:24; Luke 5:15). The Son of God came to town walking. He was seen as a man and “he humbled himself” (Philippians 2:8).

In Jericho, there lived a man named “Zacchaeus, which was the chief among the publicans, and he was rich” (Luke 19:2).

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Paul warns, “They that will be rich fall into temptation and a snare” (1 Timothy 6:9). The rich are not to be “highminded, nor trust in uncertain riches, but in the living God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy” (1 Timothy 6:17).

Zacchaeus “sought to see Jesus who he was; and could not for the press, because he was little of stature” (Luke 19:3). Luke goes on to record that Zacchaeus “climbed up into a sycomore tree to see him(Jesus): for he was to pass that way” (Luke 19:4). Zacchaeus let go of his pride to do

what it took to see the Lord. Jesus invited himself to the house of Zacchaeus in verse 5. Jesus invites himself into the lives and homes of everyone. He does this by the preaching of the Gospel.

Zacchaeus received Jesus. He “received him joyfully” (Luke 19:6). When Zacchaeus received Jesus, he received Jesus’ name. “Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved” (Acts 4:12). When Zacchaeus received Jesus, he received Jesus’ words. Peter said to Jesus “thou hast the words of eternal life” (John 6:68). When Zacchaeus received Jesus, he received Jesus’ authority. Jesus said that “All authority hath been given unto me in heaven and on earth” (Matthew 28:18). Jesus truly said of Zacchaeus that “this day is salvation come to this house” (Luke 19:9).

If you would like to join others in regular prayer for Fannin County, you are Welcome: 2nd Tues., 3rd Tues., 4th Tues., 5th Tues. @ Noon. Bonham Historic Depot, 1 N. Center Street, Bonham. For more info: Text Sharon Terry, 903-227-3834.

The Day I Died

By Wil Pounds Wil is a graduate of William Carey University, B. A.; New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, Th. M.; and Azusa Pacific University, M. A. He has pastored in Panama, Ecuador and the U. S, and served for over 20 years as missionary in Ecuador and Honduras. He had a daily expository Bible teaching ministry head in over 100 countries from 1972-2005. He currently serves as a Baptist pastor and teaches seminary extension courses in Ecuador.

God takes sin seriously. Sin is a terrible thing in the Christian’s life. That is why God did not overlook sin, but dealt with it in one complete stroke of judgment by sending Christ to die for us on the cross.

Now that we have been saved by grace can we live any way we so please? Can we sin it up now that our fire insurance has been paid in full?

The apostle Paul responded to that arrogant attitude saying, “How shall we who died to sin still live in it?” (Romans 6:2).

We died to sin. “Died” is in aorist past tense, indicating a once for all death in a judicial sense. We legally died (vv. 2, 6, 7, 8, 10, 13, 18). It refers to a single action that has taken place and has been completed in the past.

The idea of our death to sin is basic in this great chapter, and is essential to the sanctification of all believers.

“We died to sin.” When did you die?

The apostle Paul does not say we are going to die to sin, or we are presently dying to sin. He does not say we are continually to die to sin. The apostle has in mind a completed past action.

We “have died” to sin is already true of us if we have entered into a vital union with Christ. Charles Hodge notes, “it refers to a specific act in our past history.”

The apostle Paul tells us there is a watershed, a before Christ and after he came into our lives.

Before Christ describes the old man, the old self, what I was like before my conversion. The after Christ came in describes the new man, the new self, what my life has been like after I was made a new creation in Christ. The before Christ ended with the judicial death of the old self. I was a sinner. I deserved to die. I did die. I received my righteousness in my Substitute with whom I have become one. It describes my resurrection. My old life is finished, and a new life to God has begun.

Our continuing in sin is unthinkable says Paul because God by His grace took us from the

position of being in Adam and transferred us into the kingdom of Christ. It is something God has already done. It is not something we do, or have done, but something God has done to us. We have been joined to Jesus Christ. The old life ended in that transaction, and a new life has begun at the same time.

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Assembly of God

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

Baptist

Allen’s Point Baptist Church 310 CR 2775 Honey Grove, TX 75446 903378-7038

Bailey Bible Baptist Church 205 Leslie Bailey, Texas 75413

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

again. At a specific act in past history we accepted Christ as our Savior and we became new creatures in Christ (2 Cor. 5:17).

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

In Romans

6:1-11 the apostle Paul compares our dying to sin to how Christ died to sin. Although He had never experienced personal sin, He died to sin by suffering its penalty on the cross.

“The wages of sin is death.” He died as our substitute. He was punished for our sin in our place once for all on the cross. Jesus died to sin once for all. His relationship to sin is finished forever.

By dying in our place on the cross He put an end to its claim upon us once for all. Jesus died. That will never happen again. It will never be repeated. It is a completed action in the past. Paul makes this emphatically clear in verses 9-10, “knowing that Christ, having been raised from the dead, is never to die again; death no longer is master over Him. For the death that He died, He died to sin, once for all; but the life that He lives, He lives to God.”

Our life is divided into two parts at the point in which we believed on Christ and were born

Can you point to a time in your life and see the change before and after Christ separated by the new birth? When we put our faith in Christ as our Savior and were born again the old self died through union with Christ and was buried. The penalty of our sins was paid in full by Christ’s atoning death. At the same time the believer rose again from death, a new person, to live a new life in Christ. We were crucified with Christ and rose with Him to new life.

We died to the life of sin. God counts the utterly perfect righteousness of the risen Christ as ours. He sees us risen in Him. We live a new life in Christ. The old one died, and it was buried.

Does your life have a dividing line marked Christ?

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Is Celebrate Recovery For Me?

Celebrate Recovery offers a person the opportunity to participate in a group where love and hope combine with God’s purpose to mend our lives. Ask yourself:

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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; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.

Hebrews 10:25 (KJV) Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.

Baptist

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

Ivanhoe Baptist Church 4063 NO.FM 273

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Joyful Light Baptist Church 4695 FM 2645

Savoy, TX 75418 903-436-5440

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

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 Latter-day Saints

The Church of Jesus

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints, Bonham 1540 S Hwy 78 (972) 880-1412

Christ of Latter-day Saints

Lutheran

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

St. James Lutheran Church 14394 E

Methodist

Methodist

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

Ector United Methodist Church 401 Church St. Ector, Texas 75439 (214) 728-3549

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

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

Catholic

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

Church of Christ

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

Ector Church of Christ Hwy 56 & Cedar St. Ector, Texas 903.965.4398

West Shady Grove Baptist Church 13665 East Line Road Trenton, TX Honey Grove Church Of Christ - 403 W. Main St. Honey Grove, TX 75446 903-227-2606

Ivanhoe Church of Christ P.O. Box 322290 CR 2040 Ivanhoe, TX 75447

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

Midway Church of Christ Hwy 56 W Bonham 903 583 3989

Northside Church of Christ 2020 N. Center Bonham, Texas 75418 (903)583-3484

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

Church of God

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

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

Nazarene

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

Non-Denominational Golden Gospel Church 4435 County Road 2610 in Bonham, Texas (903) 227-8527

Greater Joy Fellowship Hwy. 121 & W 13th, Bonham, TX (meeting in First Con. Methodist Church Bldg. Sun. 5 PM)

Pentecostal

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

Presbyterian

First Presbyterian Church of Bonham 818 N. Main St. Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-2014

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

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

United Pentecostal

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

Lee Jackson, Pastor Cell: 903.505.4124

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

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Another Winter Field Day and Chili-Cookoff Done

abnormal. The FCARC does many events to test antennas, alternative power supplies, and other things that can affect communication under less than optimal conditions. This event let us find technical issues and fix them ‘in the field’ to make the event work.

Those tests also let us operate in the field for events, such as supporting the Autumn in Bonham Bike Rally. When weather conditions are such for storms or tornadoes, the FCARC is in contact with the National Weather Service,

updating them of the conditions on the ground in Fannin County and surrounding areas.

We also held the Second Chili Cookoff, with some excellent offerings. Chili from mild to spicy along with soups were tasted by the judges. The trophies went to Ruth Brown, in first place and Mark Hetherington for second. A lot of fun

for everyone and tasty food to enjoy. Many thanks to Bob and DeeDee Yakel, Jeff Jones, Regina and Dennis Troutz for judging the entries.

Local Student Captures Win at Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo

Grand Champion Heifer and Champion Junior Heifer with JSUL Who’s Limits 1190J ET in the Other Recorded Junior Heifer Show at the 2023 Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo on January 23. The 2023 Show is hosting junior exhibitors from across Texas competing for awards and more than $37,110 in Junior Heifer Show premiums. With 4-H and FFA members from 239 of Texas’ 254 counties competing in livestock shows, judging contests and other competitions, the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo takes pride in providing learning opportunities in agriculture and livestock production. Their experiences not only enlighten them on the

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importance of stewardship and helping feed the world, they also help provide the means to attend college and enter exciting career paths.

“Generations of families have competed in the Fort Worth Stock Show and it remains a cherished rite of passage for many who plan to make agriculture a career or who want to be a part of a school’s team program,” said Stock Show President and General Manager Bradford S. Barnes. “Even after decades of being involved in this show, I remain in awe of these young people and am more convinced than ever that the agricultural lifestyle is truly the lifeblood of this great nation.”

Bonham Animal Shelter

Chili Cook-Off

Fundraiser & Silent Auction

March 4, 2023 • 4pm - 6pm

Chili - $10 • Hot Dogs - $5 • Entry Fee: $25

Roy Floyd Community Center

1100 W. 5th St., Bonham

Contact: 903-640-8245

Presented by the volunteer program: BASV Bonham Animal Shelter Volunteers

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Danielle Lee Abbott and Wyatt Tenison Fannin of Savoy, Texas were united in marriage at 3 p.m. on January 2, 2023 at the historical Fannin County Courthouse. The newly appointed Judge Louise Goodwater was the officiant.

Danielle is the daughter of Steven Abbott, Jalah and husband Steve Robinson. Wyatt is the son of Dawn and husband Kelvin Clark and the late Bryan Fannin. Wyatt is a direct descendant of Colonel James

Fannin, the man for which our county is named.

Danielle is an elementary school teacher in Savoy and Wyatt is the owner of Good 2 Go Moving Co. The couple had a small family ceremony in the beautiful 2nd floor courtroom. The ceremony was the first wedding at the newly restored historic Fannin County Courthouse. Danielle and Wyatt chose to exchange their own vows, shared a perfect kiss and then they were sent on their way to happily ever after.

Mike and Trish Keck were the fabulous photographers for the event. They captured all the memories for the couple in such a beautiful way.

The newlyweds plan to raise their four boys on a farm in northern Fannin County in the near future.

Abby Duplechan

Courtesy photo

Fannin County CommissionersLake Ralph Hall Regulations Manual

By Rose Schwartz

Tuesday, February 7, 2023, Fannin County Judge Newt Cunningham opened at 8:45 a.m., a Special Meeting of the Fannin County Commissioners Court. After noting Quorum established with all County Commissioners and himself present, Judge Cunningham welcomed Daniel Harrison of Freese and Nichols to the podium.

2. Presentation by Daniel Harrison of Freese and Nichols regarding Lake Ralph Hall Zoning Map and Regulations: Mr. Harrison gave a detailed presentation of the newly completed regulations manual and zoning map for Lake Ralph Hall. With the goal of obtaining approval from the court, Mr. Harrison explained recent changes to the regulations and zoning map that came about during the zoning commission meeting held in Ladonia on January 26th. Information on that meeting and the changes referenced, were published in the January 31st edition of the Fannin County Leader.

3. PUBLIC HEARING:

To hear comments regarding the proposed Lake Ralph Hall Zoning Map and Zoning Regulations: Jacob Nolan spoke to primarily relay concerns regarding the consequences to landowners having their land located in the “Lake Operation Zone.” A discussion ensued with Judge Cunningham stating his concern over there being private property owners in that zone and the need to take another look at the area. Before the conclusion of the hearing, Doug Janeway with Upper Trinity Regional Water District spoke to note Upper Trinity’s opposition to the change of removing the LO designation from portions of the map and to offer recommendations on the matter. Luke Nolan was the last speaker to offer comments.

4. Adjourn: A motion was made, seconded and passed to adjourn at 10:05 a.m.

On the same day at 10:16 a.m., after noting Quorum established, Judge Cunningham called to order the Regular Meeting of the Fannin County Commissioners Court. Children’s Pastor Nate Peebles of the First Congregational Methodist Church of Bonham cited I Timothy 2:1-3 before leading the Invocation. Colonel Walter Goodwater, retired, led the Pledges. There were no Introductions and no speakers for Public Forum.

6. Discussion, consideration and action to approve minutes from 01/24/2023 (R) – County Judge for County Clerk: A motion was made, seconded and passed to approve the minutes.

7. Discussion, consideration and action regarding the Lake Ralph Hall Zoning Regulations – County Judge: A motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve all the zoning maps and regulations with one change of not zoning the Lake Operations area at this time to take under consideration and come back

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with a recommendation from the Zoning Commission on how to proceed with that area. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Lane and the motion passed unanimously.

8. Discussion, consideration and action regarding the Lake Ralph Hall Zoning Map – County Judge: See item #7.

9. Discussion, consideration and action to accept bid regarding ITB #23-016 for a used Semi-Tractor Trailer for Precinct 4 – Commissioner Precinct 4 for Purchasing Agent: A discussion ensued about the bid of $55,000.00 and a motion was made by Commissioner Kopf to purchase the vehicle with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

10. Discussion, consideration and action to approve a one-time severance of one acre from a seven-acre tract on FM 272 in Leonard; Property ID#80470 – Commissioner Precinct 2: A motion was made to approve by Commissioner Self, seconded by Commissioner Lane and passed unanimously.

11. Discussion, consideration and action to approve a one-time severance of two (2) acres from a 28.09-acre tract on FM 100 in Honey Grove; Property ID#73118 – Commissioner Precinct 2: A motion was made to approve by Commissioner Self, seconded by Commissioner Magness and passed unanimously.

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by Commissioner Self and the motion passed unanimously.

15. Discussion regarding Contract with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP for Court Fees and Fines Collection Services – County Judge for County Auditor: Fannin County Auditor Alicia Whipple explained she placed this on the agenda to suggest the sensibility of requiring a service report from Linebarger as there has not been a detailed report of their services since the inception of the contract in 2004. After her summary, a discussion ensued with Judge Cunningham agreeing with the need for metrics in order to know what their collection and success ratio is that was echoed by other members of the Court.

16. Discussion regarding Contract with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP for collection of delinquent taxes – County Judge for County Auditor: Covered in item #15

17. Discussion, consideration and action to approve payment of bills – County Judge for County Auditor: A motion was made, seconded and passed to approve.

Monthly Writer’s Workshop with Publisher Mary Eckard

Press Release - Has anyone ever said these words to you: “You need to write a book”? We all have a story to tell!

What are the doubts and questions that hold you back? Do they sound something like this: “Where do I start?” “How do I know what to write and how to write?” “Who would want to read my story?” “I am better at talking than at writing!”. Sometimes all a potential writer needs are step by

– County Judge: After Judge Cunningham noted a request for input on water and road issues, Jason Walker shared his suggestions on road issues that included support for the pooling of county equipment.

step instructions with a handson approach and a gentle push!

If this resonates with you or someone you know, join publisher and award winning author, Mary Ethel Eckard (www.maryetheleckard.com) as she leads a writer’s workshop at the Creative Arts Center in Bonham!

ery month at 6:00pm, Mary Eckard meets with local and surrounding area writers and aspiring authors at 200 W. 5th St. Bonham, TX 75418 to share their experiences and provide guidance!

This Workshop is free to members of the Creative Arts Center, or $75 for non-members.

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12. Discussion regarding update of the Fannin County Junkyard Ordinance – Commissioner Precinct 3: Commissioner Magness led the discussion regarding the ordinance found on this and its future enforcement.

13. Discussion, consideration and action regarding purchasing or terminating the Tyler Technologies maintenance eDispatches Interface licensing for the Fannin County Volunteer Fire Departments after current demo expires; $5,500.00 one-time cost and $1,375.00 annual maintenance fee – County Judge for Fannin County Network Administrator: After Fannin County Network Administrator Dustin Morrow explained this, Commissioner Lane made the motion to purchase with Commissioner Self seconding the motion. Citizen Jason Walker offered his comments and after some discussion the motion passed unanimously.

14. Discussion, consideration and action to change salary of the County Court at Law Bailiff from $32,570.21 to $40,000.00 plus a $2,500.00 salary increase once bailiff is TCOLE certified – County Judge for County Auditor (for County Court at Law Judge): Fannin County Court at Law Judge Charles Butler spoke to introduce and detail the qualifications of recently hired County Court at Law Bailiff Joe McIntyre and the reason for the salary request. A motion to approve the request was made by Commissioner Lane, seconded

18. Discussion, consideration and action regarding frequency of Commissioners Court meetings – Commissioner Precinct 2: Judge Cunningham gave a summary of the pros and cons of this action with the benefit of the courtroom being utilized for jury trials being highlighted. A discussion ensued with Colonel Walter Goodwater, retired, weighing in about procedure changes needed in the county. After it was noted, Special Meetings could be scheduled when needed, a motion was made by Commissioner Magness to reduce meetings to every other week beginning with the first week of March. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Self and passed with Judge Cunningham abstaining from the vote.

19. Discussion, consideration and action to cancel the February 21, 2023 Commissioners Court as four members will be at a training conference – County Judge: A motion was made to approve by Commissioner Magness and seconded by Commissioner Lane. Comments were then made by various citizens opposed to and in favor of the previous decision of reducing the frequency of court meetings. A vote was then taken on the motion which passed unanimously.

20. Discussion regarding landfills in Fannin County – County Judge: Judge Cunningham gave an update of conversations he had with neighboring counties regarding landfill ordinances.

21. Discussion regarding water issues affecting Fannin County – County Judge: Judge Cunningham touched on conversation he had with Harold Latham of the Red River Water Authority regarding this issue.

22. Discussion regarding Fannin County road issues

23. EXECUTIVE SESSION: 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 Development Services Position – County Judge for Commissioner Precinct 2: Executive Session was entered into at 11:45 a.m. After some time, the court returned to Regular Session at 12:23 p.m.

24. Discussion, consideration and action regarding Personnel Executive Session –County Judge: A motion was made by Commissioner Self to set salary for Development Services at $45,000.00 annually with the difference to be paid from contingency. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Lane and passed with Commissioner Kopf’s vote of nay.

25. Comments by County Commissioners and County Judge: Commissioner Lane thanked everyone for attending, noted Lake Fannin workdays will be held Feb 11th & 25th from 9:00 a.m. to noon and wished all a good week.

Commissioner Self requested patience on road work, thanked all for attending and wished his son Cooper a Happy 9th Birthday. Commissioner Magness also asked for patience with roadwork. Commissioner Kopf commented on the work needed and also asked for patience before thanking all for coming. Judge Cunningham thanked everyone for their participation. He stated the court was there to listen and though unable to do everything asked of it, strives for the best interests of Fannin County first and foremost. He noted there will be no court on the 21st (training) and concluded by thanking and wishing God’s blessings on everyone.

26. Adjourn: A motion was made, seconded and passed to adjourn at 12:28 p.m.

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BONHAM

BEST STORAGE

UNIT AUCTION!

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE

Saturday, February 25th @ 11:00 am at 2624 N. Center St., Bonham, TX.

Self-storage unit(s) will be sold to satisfy landlord’s lien. Seller reserves the right to withdraw the property at any time before the sale. Unit contents sold for cash to highest bidder. Property includes the unit contents belonging to the following tenants: Vicki Cornelius, Becky Gryder, Beibre Marshall, and John Dowd.

AUTOMOBILE AUCTION

The following vehicles will be sold at public auction on February 21, 2023 at 9:00 AM, at Pro Auto, 103 N Main St, Bonham, TX 75418.

2013 NISS 4D

2013 DODG VN

2005 CHEV 4D

2007 STRN 4D

2006 CHEV PK

2009 FORD LL

2015 FORD 4D

EMPLOYMENT

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

7 SISTER CARE

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

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.

You know your driving is really terrible when your GPS says ‘After 300 feet, stop and let me out!’

ALMOST TIME TO..

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.

• 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.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

SALARY

• Salary based upon qualifications (includes manager’s home and utilities).

IF QUALIFIED AND INTERESTED, PLEASE EMAIL APPLICATION AND RESUME TO: regina@mccrawco. com

FOOD FACTORY Now Hiring!!

Looking to hire for a part time position. 20 hours per week. Perfect for a person that is retired. Located close to Bonham square. Call 972-369-3336 or 817-471-4309.

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

HELP WANTED

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

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.

NEED HELP?

Emergency Management Troy Hudson 903-640-8484

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

Night stand and Red Ryder BB gun. Call 903-583-0376

FOR SALE Lincoln IDEALARC SP- 225 Wire Welder MILLER Spectrum 2050 Plasma Cut System 972-658-5967

FOR SALE

Full size stainless steel chafing dishes with frames and lids. Also, lots of other catering accessory items. Call Weesie 903-227-7259.

GARAGE SALES

GRANNY’S PLACE & GRANNY’S CHRISTMAS STORE RESALE SHOP

10 S. Plaza in Ladonia, TX. Wed-Sat, 10am-5pm. See us on Facebook. Call 903-367-7095.

HELP WANTED

WILLIAMS LANDSCAPE

Looking to hire an experienced bookkeeper full time or part time. Must have experience with QuickBooks Pro. Send Resume to david@williamslandscapeinc.com or call 972670-1485.

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FANNIN COUNTY IS PRESENTLY TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION:

JOB TITLE: Full time Roadhand

OFFICE: Fannin County Pct.#4, Bonham, TX

SUPERVISOR: Fannin County Commissioner, Doug Kopf

REQUIREMENTS: CDL REQUIRED, Equipment Operator experience

BENEFITS: Vacation, Sick Leave, Holidays, Retirement, Medical Dental & Life Insurance

CONTACT: Doug Kopf 1369 E Hwy 56 Bonham, TX 75418 (903)583-2039

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled

Applications may be picked up at the Auditor’s Office, 3rd floor of the Fannin County Courthouse, Bonham, TX. or on our website at www.co.fannin.tx.us

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MOONLIGHT NURSERY

Looking to hire Assistant for nursery management. Must have some knowledge and experience with the plant industry. Send Resume to david@williamslandscapeinc.com or call 972670-1485.

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.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Vertical Bridge 500, LLC proposes to build a 170-foot Monopole Communications Tower/Structure at the approx. vicinity of County Road 1525, Bonham, Fannin County, Tx, 75418, [Lat: 33° 34’ 35.40” N, Lo: 96° 15’ 17.09” W]. Public comments regarding potential effects from this site on historic properties may be submitted within 30 days from the date of this publication to: Trileaf Corp, Augusto Conde de Frankenberg, a.frankenberg@ trileaf.com, 2550 South IH 35, Suite 200, Austin, TX 78704 – (512) 519-9388

Annual Meeting of Bartley Woods Water Supply Corp.

$$NEED MONEY NOW$$

I buy scrap metal, appliances, copper, aluminum, junk cars, farm equipment. No title OK. Also 5th wheel and gooseneck camper hauling. 903-7444943.

A PAW UP Helping Animals In Need Thrift Store 101 West Hayes, Savoy Open Friday thru Sunday 10am-5pm.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

STAPP TREE

TRIMMING and REMOVAL

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

AFFORDABLE STUMP GRINDING

Front yard or back yard. 30+ years experirnce. Call 903-624-6006.

PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENT

This notice serves to notify all interested persons that the Arledge Ridge Water Supply Corporation intends to file an application with the USDA Rural Development, Rural Utilities Service for financial assistance to fund improvements to the existing water system. Any questions or comments concerning this application may be addressed to: Eddy Daniel, P.E., Dunaway, P.O. Box 606, Farmersville, Texas 75442, Phone: (972) 784-7777

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A & A HANDYMAN SERVICE

Any repairs, demolition or remodeling, lawn care, tree service, cleaning out houses, trailer homes, sheds, or barns. Call 469-422-7990.

APP HOUSE LEVELING & FOUNDATION REPAIR

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

BUDGET TREE REMOVAL

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

CALL the HANDYMAN

BECAUSE YOU

DESERVE the BEST...

•Painting •Sheetrock Repair & Texture •Remodeling

•Plumbing •Electrical

•Mowing •Tree & Trim work

•Flowerbeds. Call 903-304-9009.

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.

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.

MUNOZ LAWN CARE & TREE TRIMMING

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

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

REAL ESTATE

Wednesday Feb. 15, 2023 @ 6:30 p.m. McCraw Oil Company Conference Room. 2207 N. Center St. Bonham, TX. Enter through Northeast employee entrance.

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Everyone Welcome

GOBER CEMETERY ASSOCIATION REQUEST FOR BIDS NOTICE

2/15/23

The Gober Cemetery Association is accepting bid proposals for:

• Position of Cemetery Caretaker

Gober Cemetery physical address: 5214 FM 68, Gober, TX 75443

For more information regarding this position, contact Joetta Wallace, secretary/treasurer, at (903) 227-1016 or Joetta.wallace@gmail.com

Bid proposals due on or before February 24, 2023, at 5:00pm.

Gober Cemetery Association reserves the right to reject any/all proposals.

PUBLIC NOTICE

2/14/23

BillBuysHouses.com

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

FOR RENT

2 Bed, 2 Bath Duplex 1111 Star St., Bonham. Approx. 900 sq.ft. $1,000 per month. 903-815-8136.

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.

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

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.

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Remodeled 2/1/1. 205 E. Evans Ave., Bonham. No Pets. $950 per month and $900 deposit. For info. call 903-583-9191.

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8977 FM 898 ECTOR

4 bedr 2 bath on 1/2 acre

2 vehicle carport

Large covered patio & front porch

All electric central H&A $1550 per month $1550 Dep No indoor pets TEXT 903-227-5874

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Game Warden Field Notes

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

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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.

Caught on Camera

In September, a Tyler County game warden received information on individuals potentially participating in road hunting. The warden worked with a landowner setting up surveillance cameras in their field. Not long after he set up the monitoring system, he observed a slow-moving vehicle spotlighting and headed towards his location. The warden initiated a traffic stop, determining the subjects were hunting at night. Inside the vehicle, the warden located a loaded .22 long rifle. Additionally, the subject was a minor operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol. Charges are pending.