February 23, 2021
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Fannin County Covid 19 Scheduling Bonham –Troy Hudson, EMC says due to hazardous weather conditions, vaccines for people already scheduled, for Wednesday, February 17, 2021 will be rescheduled for next Thursday, February 25, 2021 at the same time and same location as previously scheduled. Phone calls to vaccine recipients have been attempted, but due to storm related connectivity issues many people have not been reached. Please check the homepage of the Fannin County Website at co.fannin.tx.us for other emergency updates.
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mind me asking, why are you helping out with the coffee in here rather than cleaning up somebody’s yard.” Windy looked around to see if the other 43 people in the café could hear, then leaned down toward Steve. “Lot warmer in here than it is in somebody’s yard, and thassa fact.”
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“Well,” said Steve, polishing off the last of his coffee, “what should we discuss this fine morning?” “I’m awful glad you asked, ol’ pard,” came the cheerful voice of Windy Wilson, emerging through the swinging doors that came from the kitchen of the Mule Barn truck stop. “Yessir. Awful glad.” Steve and the other members of the world dilemma think tank looked in amazement as this old camp cook and cowboy came over with the coffee pot and topped off their coffee mugs. Windy had found a dish towel and wrapped it around his waist, too. “Windy?” said Doc. “Mighty fine-looking dish towel you’re wearing.” “Thanks, Doc. I cornsider it the aplex of dining room fashion for a volunteer coffee guy. Took me a while to talk Loretta into lettin’ me wear it,
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George and Marianne worked hard to provide their children with a safe home, the advantages of education, work ethics, family outings and vacations, and Godly values that had been passed on to them from their parents and grandparents before them. But they never forgot the land their fathers and mothers loved. One day, they committed, they would return to their ancestral homeland. They spent countless hours with travel magazines and historical documents of the country they longed to see. They studied its government, its citizens and cities, its countryside, food, and entertainment. They even incorporated some of the recipes that had been handed down from their mothers into their weekly meals. They planned for and longed for the day they would set their feet in that country. They loved their American homeland; they were thankful they had been embraced by this land of opportunity for themselves and their children…. but Yes! They longed for another home. George had retired the previous month, and after a flurry of preparation and tearful, yet joyous farewell parties, they sat on Advantage Airlines flight 6600 bound for their dream home. As George and Marianne snapped their seatbelts, George peered out the window at the only home he had ever known. As they sat on that runway, George grabbed Marianne’s hand, smiled, and said, “LOOK, WE ARE STILL HERE, BUT WE’RE NOT!” Their perspective had changed. IN JESUS CHRIST, WE HAVE A DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVE. When we believed in God’s plan for salvation, YESHUA [JESUS] (His Name means God’s Salvation), The Bible tells us that “HE (God) raised us from the dead along with Christ and seated us with Him in the heavenly realms because we are united with Christ Jesus.” Ephesians 2:6. Although we love the place that God has given us here on this earth, it is not meant to last forever. It, like all of creation, has been infected with the first man, Adam’s, rebellion against God. 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We, too, wait with eager hope for the day when God will give us our full rights as his adopted children, including the new bodies he has promised us. We were given this hope when we were saved, prepared for us by Jesus our Lord and Savior (If we already have something, we don’t need to hope for it. But if we look forward to something we don’t yet have, we must wait patiently and confidently.) Romans 8:19-25. Our perspective has changed because of the HOPE that is in us. This HOPE is a real place, a place where all creation has been born again with no seed of death in it, a place where there is only life – for eternity. YET, WE ARE STILL HERE – BUT WE’RE NOT! For we have a different perspective. “THEN THE MESSENGER OF GOD showed me a River that flowed with the Water of Life – bright as crystal flowing from the Throne of God and of the Lamb (Jesus Christ) down the middle of the street of the New Jerusalem (Jerusalem means “flowing waters of Shalom [Peace]”. 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Home improvement shows are a hot item these days. Millions of Americans follow shows like “Fixer Upper” and “Home Town.” Rehab experts who host those shows including Chip and Joanna Gaines; and Ben and Erin Napier have become stars and influencers across the county. So, what makes these home improvement shows and their hosts so popular? I think these design stars and their shows are wildly successful because in our hearts, most Americans long to one day own the home of their dreams. And, each week, “Fixer Upper” and “Home Town” demonstrate what is possible with a talented designer, skilled craftsmen and a modest budget. Find the right team to lead your building project and anything is possible. So, does Fannin County have anything in common with these
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one Commissioner’s grocery shopping habits, County Commissioners rejected the Committee’s recommendation and voted 3-2 in favor of Architexas (www.architexas.com). Readers may recognize that name. Architexas is a firm currently involved with the county’s long-delayed, over-budget courthouse restoration effort. In fairness to the three Commissioners who voted for Architexas, that outfit was one of the finalists the Selection Committee interviewed for the project. But the Selection Committee did not recommend Architexas to the Commissioners Court. Why? As one Committee member explained to Commissioners during the discussion, Architexas seems to have preconceived ideas about the Justice Center project while PGAL planned to ask for community input. The Committee member also noted that Architexas is best known for historic courthouse restoration not planning and building new construction Justice Centers. Finally, the same Committee member observed that residents of Fannin County might lack confidence in Architexas given its role in the courthouse restoration project since its costs now exceed initial projections. At a later point in the discussion, another Selection Committee member observed that PGAL isn’t the sort of outfit to put its name on “something shoddy” and it made no sense for the county not to pursue “top of the line” talent for its future Justice Center. Commissioner Lane seems to have summed up the majority view of the Selection Committee when she observed that PGAL was “planning for our future” when it discussed Fannin County and Justice Center project. Ultimately, the majority of County Commissioners were not swayed by the Selection Committee’s thinking. One Commissioner, unimpressed with PGAL’s “dog and pony show,” was concerned that the respected award-winning design firm might be trying to “weasel their way in where they’re on our payroll every year” with talk of a multi-year vision for Justice Center and proposed branding plan for the county. Commissioner Lackey, who did not use a written Score Sheet while sitting on the Selection Committee, announced that he voted for Architexas based on two previously undisclosed criteria – his view of Architexas’ relationship with the county and fear of doing business with a new company. “I don’t want to gamble on swapping to a new company,” said Lackey, “I want to award (sic) them when they’ve done a good job for me.” He also thought highly of Architexas because of its “historical stuff” and willingness to consider his suggestion that they use the “old [Fannin County] jail site” for the future Justice Center. With this endorsement, Commissioners A. J. Self and Jerry Magness joined Lackey in rejecting the Selection Committee’s recommendation and voted for Architexas. The Fannin County Commissioners’ Court had found its Justice Center designer. Joanna and Erin could just pack up their fancy presentations and head back to Waco, Texas; Laurel, Mississippi; or, wherever their hearts might desire. A close look at the qualification package Architexas gave the county in December 2020 reveals a couple interesting things. First, the award-winning firm known widely for restoration of vintage Texas courthouses, did not identify a single new construction “Justice Center” or courtroom de-
sign project that it headed up on its own. To plug this potentially damaging gap in its portfolio, Architexas told the county it would “team” with another design firm named HDR (www. hdrinc.com) because HDR has extensive experience with such projects. “Teaming” is a practice commonly used by government contractors to meet real or perceived shortcomings in their background and experience in hopes of landing new business. So, in this case, Architexas used this time-tested approach to address a shortfall of actual new build justice center and courtroom design experience in its resume. Second, and maybe even more interesting, at the top of page 18 of Architexas’ qualification package, the firm actually listed Commissioner Lackey, the only member of the Selection Committee to vote against PGAL, as a Work Experience “Reference.” Think about that for a just a moment and let it sink in. Would Joanna Gaines feel good about trying to land a design project knowing that one of her competitor’s “References” was going to sit on the group that would “objectively” judge her proposal? Hmmm . . . Everyone generally knows that you don’t just list anyone as a “Reference” when applying for a job. You select “References” very carefully. You only list “References” that you know will speak highly of you. References go to bat for you. To be fair to both Architexas and Commissioner Lackey, he does attend a meeting each week as Commissioners’ Court representative with a group that watches over the courthouse restoration project. But, then again, County Judge Moore often attends these same meetings. Yet, it’s also true that Commissioner Lackey has been there longer than anyone. There is little doubt that in the years since work started on the courthouse, Commissioner Lackey has formed an opinion about the contractor team on the long running project that includes Architexas. It’s likely that Commissioner Lackey is uniquely positioned to know Architexas and Architexas knows Commissioner Lackey. Probably a good reason for Architexas to choose Lackey as a “Reference” in their pitch for the Justice Center job. So, did other would-be Joannas and Erins, and their “Fixer Upper” and “Home Town” teams ever really have a shot at designing a Justice Center for Fannin County? Or was it just inevitable that Architexas would get the Justice Center design Project? Did we ever really need a Selection Committee of respected public officials to look at other potential designers for our project? Or was the Commissioners’ Court short discussion and vote for Architexas an objective way to decide on the best designer for the county’s next multimillion dollar, public works project? Time will only tell . . .
Jeff Hunt is a retired US Navy Commander and attorney who lives in Fannin County. Jeff first came to Texas in 1988 when he earned his wings as a Naval Aviator at NAS Corpus Christi. Email: fannincountysitrep@ gmail.com
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2008 GMC SIERRA 1500 4 door, 167,000 miles, very clean. Everything works. $12,000. Call: 903-2275898 FOR SALE: 2002 Dodge Ram truck. 220 Chestnut St. Bonham. 903-583-3000. FOR SALE: 2004 Cadillac CTS. 220 Chestnut St. Bonham. 903-583-3000.
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KENNEL WORKER NEEDED Full time position. Must be able to live on premises. Furnished house, new appliances, utilities furnished, landline telephone, satellite TV, and salary. Job duties include feeding dogs, cleaning pens twice daily, moving dogs and general upkeep of the kennels. NO PETS. For further information and interview appointment please call 903-664-3453
HAYNES LANDSCAPE AND MAINTENANCE NOW HIRING Maintenance crew labor $15 hour starting pay $16 starting Driver pay if qualified. Crew leader starting at $18 hour. Must have experience and clean driving record with a valid Texas Driver’s license. Pulling trailer and clean record a must. Responsibilities include: Mowing, edging, shrub trimming, blowing, bed weeding, lifting, digging, planting. Must be able to be on feet 10 hours plus a day walking. Must be able to work in hot temperatures exceeding 100 degrees. Team oriented. Dependable. Transportation to and from work. Legal drivers license and Social Security card. Full time year round for drivers and crew leaders. Immediate hire for qualified person. Call now for interview. 972-838-4444
NOW HIRING! – Nursery Worker -First Baptist Church – Bonham is looking for a dependable, hardworking individual who loves working with children 0-3 years old. Sunday mornings. CPR certification is a plus, but not required. Background check is required. Must have own transportation. Please submit resume containing qualifications, experience and references to fbcbonhampersonnel@ gmail.com or pick up application from church office at 710 North Center Street, Bonham, TX. Contact church office at 903-583-8519 for any questions.
EMPLOYMENT DOG TRAINING ASSISTANT Hours will vary, work in and around Bonham area. Must be reliable and able to drive 4 wheeler and throw birds. Pay 10-15/hour, paid weekly. Please call Jack at 214-718-9242.
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IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS HVAC Technicians, Journeyman Electrician, and HVAC/ Electric Apprentice and Helpers. Competitive wages based on experience, vacation and company paid insurance. For more information call 903-583-4018 or apply in person at Blain Service Company, 7258 N Hwy 78 in Ravenna.
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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 WTWM Transport OTR driver needed Class A CDL. 1 year driving experience. Preemployment drug screen required. Good home time. Family owned and operated Weekly pay period. Insurance offered. For more information call Chris at 903-227-7447.
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By Salyer Auction Everyone Welcome • No Buyer’s Premium Auction: Sat. Feb 27 @ 10 am Gates open @ 8am Preview: Friday, Feb 26 @ 10am-2pm Location: 5376 Treaty Rd; Calera, OK 74730 See pictures & details @ www.salyerauction.com Categories: Farm, shop, furniture, household, yard & garden decor, patio furniture. Please follow COVID guidelines inside home. Karen Salyer: TX LIC 15090 In the event of inclement weather, please check our website for details or call Karen @ 903-815-0926. Due to COVID-19 guidelines, we will not have any snacks or drinks.
NEED an experienced carpenter’s helper and a mechanic’s helper. Call: 903-821-0604 or 903814-8620
ESTATE SALE ESTATE SALE Grady & Joyce Giddiens. 103 E. Church, Bailey, TX. Thurs. - Sat. Feb. 25th, 26th, 27th. 9am5pm. Go to estatesales. net for pictures. Lots of collectibles. See our larger ad on page 3.
I BUY JUNK CARS Call or text David Lee at 903-436-2067 or 903965-0210. Please leave a message.
CLASSIFIEDS WANTED: Guns, will pay $100 each. Working or not. If no answer, please leave a message. Call: 505-977-5421
GARAGE SALES GRANNY’S PLACE & GRANNY’S CHRISTMAS STORE Resale shop. 10 South Plaza in Ladonia, TX. WedSat, 10am-5pm. See us on Facebook. Call 903-3677095.
HELP WANTED WANTED Someone to clean our house one day every other week. Located in Bonham between Pecan and Island Bayou. Please call 903-583-4801 and ask for Lynda. Pay is negotiable. References are required.
A PAW UP Helping Animals In Need Thrift Store 101 West Hayes, Savoy Open Friday thru Sunday 10am-5pm
PUBLIC NOTICE 2nd NOTICE Bill’s Auto Body 2630 N. Center St. Bonham, TX 75418 00568238 VSF www.tdlr.texas.gov 903-583-7364 Has impounded a Case 2590 Tractor on Jan. 24, 2021 from TX 78, Leonard, TX. Authorized by Leonard P.D. $1,944.69 plus fees. Under the vehicle storage facility act your failure to claim above vehicle 30 days after this notice is sent will waive all rights, title and interests in above vehicle, contents and consent to the sale of the above vehicle at public sale. (Chapter 70, Texas Property Code)
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TEXAS BEST HANDYMAN & REMODEL: Over 20 years experience. No job to small. Free estimates. Call Eric Baldwin 469400-4086. Serving Grayson and Fannin Counties. Continued on Pg. 13
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Repeat-district-champion Eagles join Hornets, HG in hoops playoffs
Dodd City’s Brayden Vaught grabs a rebound while keeping aware of Ector defender Nathan Harris (3) during District 23-1A boys basketball on Jan. 8. Photo by Rich Hilliard
Austin Booker (10) shoots a jumper last season for Honey Grove which this month will return to the postseason after a year absence. Photo by Rich Hilliard
Ector
Dodd City
Honey Grove
DC-ex Carter capitalizes during playing time for AC
By Rich Hilliard
Dodd City alumna Lindsay Carter on Feb. 13 produced the best numbers thus far of her senior season of women’s collegiate basketball. Carter came off the bench to score 11 points in 18 minutes -- both season-highs -- for Austin College at Trinity Tex.) during Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference action. She finished 3-of4 on 3-pointers and made two free throws, with five rebounds. It marked her secAustin College’s Lindsay ond-consecutive Carter. Photo by Rich Hilliard game through Feb. 13 to log doubledigit minutes this basketball home games season. Carter had six of this campaign against points and four rebounds Centenary (La.) on Feb. in 11 minutes on Feb. 6 at 19-20. St. Thomas (Tex.). The Roos will also play Weather postponed Aus- host for the SCAC Tournatin College’s final SCAC ment March 4-6. women’s regular season
More playing time equals more production from Bonham basketball alum Dolberry
By Rich Hilliard
Franklin Reed Jr., Brent Bailey (20), Kyrin Beach (0), assistant Wesley Thompson, Sean Reed and Nathan Harris listen as Ector head coach Blake Turner speaks on Jan. 8 during District 23-1A boys basketball. Photo by Rich Hilliard By Rich Hilliard Only three Fannin County teams qualified for the boys basketball postseason. Ector (20-7, 13-1) assured its seventh-consecutive trip to the boys basketball playoffs. The Eagles advanced as the 23-1A champion -- their fourth district title in the last five years, and all with Blake Turner as head coach. Via the title, Ector earned a bi-district bye and a Region III-1A area-
round game -- Feb. 22 or 23 -- to start the playoffs. Last season, the Eagles advanced to the Region III-1A quarterfinals in boys basketball for the first time since 2017. Meanwhile, Dodd City qualified for its fifth-straight postseason. The Hornets secured the 23-1A runner-up berth with a 12-2 record -- going 7-0 during the second half of district play. Last season, Dodd City’s postseason prematurely ended in the area
round against Slidell, the 2019 state champion -- and a 2020 state finalist before COVID-19 prompted the cancellation of the 1A title game. Elsewhere, Honey Grove will, via 14-2A, return to the playoffs after a year absence. The Warriors finished with a 5-7 district record -- good for the fourth and final berth in 14-2A. The finishes garnered Dodd City and Honey Grove bi-district game on either Feb. 18, 19 or 20.
More minutes continue to mean more opportunities for success in 2021 for Bonham graduate Wyatt Dolberry for the University of ColoradoColorado Springs men’s basketball team. On Jan. 29, Dolberry had a season-high 19 points -- 8-of-15 on field goals, including three 3-pointers -- and eight rebounds (seven defensive boards) in 27 minutes off the bench versus South Dakota Mines. During an ensuing 27 minutes off the bench versus Black Hills State on Feb. 1, he had 11 points, including another three 3-pointers, and seven rebounds with four assists. Bonham’s Wyatt Dolberry. Dolberry almost reached Photo by Isaiah Downing double digits on Feb. 4 and 6 in less time: nine points in He then matched his season11 minutes and eight in 14. high on Feb. 12 in a start, scorAt Adams State on Feb 8 -- in a ing 19 points on 8-of-16 shootseason-high 29 minutes -- Doling from the field, including berry in a start scored 14 points, three 3-pointers, and collected including two 3-pointers, while seven rebounds in 28 minutes at grabbing eight rebounds (seven Black Hills State. defensive) with three assists.
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Williams, Matthew Williams and Rachael Quinsenberry; seven great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, extended Leonard I.S.D. is seeking individuals who family and friends. may be interested in applying for aContinued Substitute/ Pallbearers were Ricky from Pg. 11 We think of you in silence, We often speak your name, But all Part“Butch” Time Adams, Bus Driver. Must have Class B CDL Walter Adams, we have are memories, And your picture in a frame. License. ThomasApplications Shackelford, Raegan are availablePREPAREDNESS at Leonard Shackelford, Zachary Williams, LARRY D. WILSON Raymond was always laughingI.S.D. Administration, 1 Tiger Chicken Alley,SOLUTIONS: Leonard, coops, greenhouses, Matthew Williams and Timothy and joking with all his friends and Texas. For information regarding this solutions, position, livestock garden Shackelford. family. His sense of humor will be pens, storm shelters, please contact Bobby Hanson at 903-587Memorials may be made to missed by all who knew him. shipping containers, antenna 2318 ext. 407. the American Cancer Society. Raymond was born December set up, rainwater collection, Online guest register www. 11, 1952, in Okmulgee, OK to firepits, smokehouses. Call: wisefuneralhome.com 903-880-9326 Raymond Sr and Elsie Wegley. He married Catherine Ann Burk, EBS LAQUITA MORRIS in April 1974. LANDSCAPE, LAWN Raymond leaves behind: two MAINTENANCE sons, Shawn Wegley and wife Pot hole repairs. LandSabrina and Jeremy Wegley. scape lights. Welding Grandchildren, Cody, Cassidi, projects large and small. Colby, Addison, Kerigan and “Service with a smile 2/9/21 Maverick. He is also survived by since 1996” Psalm 119 two brothers, Robert, Thomas and Eric Bell: wife Caren, and one sister, Karen 903-436-2296 A memorial service for Larry D. and husband Daniel. Wilson, 79, of Bonham, Texas PROFESSIONAL PAINT Raymond was preceded in death will be announced at a later date. & DRYWALL REPAIRS: by wife Catherine and his parents. Larry passed away Wednesday Cracks, holes, patches, To convey condolences or sign night, February 10, 2021 at TMCwater damage, sheetan online registry please visit Bonham Hospital. rock repair, ceilings, walls, matched texturing. Interior/ Larry was born July 29, 1941 www.wisefuneralhome.com Exterior Painting. 40+ years in Fresno, California, the son experience. CALL JOHNof Afton Wilson and Lola Sims NY @ 903-209-6958 Wilson. He attended high school in Selma, California and LaQuita Morris passed RENT A STORAGE UNIT continued his education at the away February 11, 2021 at IN BONHAM California Polytechnic State Wilson N Jones hospital. Several large units She was a Christian, loving University, San Luis Obispo, available starting at $64.95! mother, Grandmother, Great California, Stanford University, Units sizes up to 10’x22’. Grandmother, and a friend. She Palo Alto, California and Gated parking spaces start loved planting and taking care of DeAnza College in Cupertino, at $39.95. Located at 400 plants. She never met a stranger. California where he received Katy Blvd. Move yourself She will be greatly missed by his engineering degree. Larry in online 24/7 at www. everyone that knew her. meehanstorage.com. For married Barbara J. Nelson on She was born in Knox City, more information call Sept. 5, 1964 in Los Gatos, Texas on June 14, 1941 to Ruth Randy at (903)292-0657. California. He served his country and Oscar Johnson. She married in the United States Navy. Larry Mayo Morris July 5th 1957 they HOME REPAIRS was an engineer and retired from were married 63 yrs. & REMODELING Hewlett Packard. After moving She is proceeded in death by Kitchens, baths, additions, Funeral services for Freda Hulen her husband Mayo Morris, mother to Bonham, he was involved cabinets, carpentry, decks, “Meemaw” Shackelford, 77, of Ruth Johnson and father Oscar with a number of community porch covers, fencing and Bonham, Texas were held at at Johnson. activities including the Crisis siding. Drywall repairs and 2:00 PM Friday, Feb. 19, 2021 in She is survived by daughter Center, the Food Pantry and painting. Call Billy at 903Wise Funeral Home Chapel. Dr. Leslie Morris, daughter Lainia CASA. Larry was a member of 413-4338. Daniel Caldwell and Rev. David Steward (Randy Steward), First Presbyterian Church where Dennis Morris (Jan Morris), Brackett officiated. Burial followed Continued on Pg. 16 he served on the Building and special daughter Pam Reed in Randolph Lindsey Cemetery, Grounds Committee. He enjoyed (Mark Reed) Granddaughter Randolph, Texas. Freda passed working with tools and taking Jessica Brotherton (Lance away Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021 at care of his 24 acres. Larry was Brotherton), Stacia Santiago and Hunt Regional Medical Center in preceded in death by his parents Shannon Ferguson, grandson Greenville. and a brother, John Wilson. Clint Morris (Ceason Morris), Freda was born Feb. 14, 1943 Aaron Morris and Jason Steward Larry leaves to cherish his in Randolph, Texas, the daughter and Christopher Barrett. Great memories, his wife of 56 years, of Vestal Everett Smith and grandsons Christopher Morris, Barbara Wilson of Bonham, TX; Edith Hazel Vaughn Smith. She Jase Steward, Baker Brotherton son, Mike Wilson and his wife, married Jackie Edwards “Pappy and Sammy Morris. Great Robin of Lumberton, TX; twin granddaughters Bailey Brotherton Jack” Shackelford on Dec. 19, brother, Gary Wilson and his and Dyani Morris. 1959 in Madill, Oklahoma and wife, Lynn of Fresno, CA; sister, Arrangements are entrusted to he preceded her in death, Sept. Delores Burruss of Selma, CA; Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home, 29, 1997. Freda was employed and grandchildren, Lexe Wilson Bonham, TX. with State Farm Insurance for of Odessa, TX and Cole Wilson To convey condolences or sign 28 years before her retirement. of Lumberton, TX. an online registry please visit After retiring, she worked in www.coopersorrells.com You may sign the online the canteen at Sam Rayburn guest register at www. Memorial Veterans Center. For wisefuneralhome.com the past 19 years, she has been PSALMS 23 a dedicated Meemaw and her The LORD is my shepherd; I RAYMOND WEGLEY greatest joy was caring for her shall not want. grandkids. Freda was a member He maketh me to lie down in of Randolph Baptist Church. She green pastures: was preceded in death by her He leadeth me beside the still parents, a grandson, Justin Owen waters. and a sister, Oneta Baker. He restoreth my soul: Freda leaves to cherish her He leadeth me in the paths of memories, two sons, Jackie righteousness for his name’s Edwards “Bubba” Shackelford, sake. Jr. of Wylie, TX and John Yea, though I walk through the DeWitt Shackelford (Michelle) valley of the shadow of death, of Bonham, TX; two daughters, Shannon Michelle Bentle (Tad) I will fear no evil: for thou art of McKinney, TX and Deana with me; Earlene Williams (Bryan) of Thy rod and thy staff they Wolfe City, TX; one brother, Raymond Wegley passed comfort me. Johnny Smith (Shirley) of Atlanta, away peacefully February 12, Thou preparest a table before GA; five sisters, Oleta Taylor of 2021 at Paris Regional Hospital me in the presence of mine Mesquite, TX, Betty Blackerby of at the age of 68. enemies: Bonham, TX, Peggy Daugherty Visitation was held on Thou anointest my head with of Paris, TX, Janie Milstein Saturday, February 20, 2021 at oil; my cup runneth over. (Marc) of Dallas, TX, and Celia 10 a.m. at Wise Funeral Home. Surely goodness and mercy Conrad (Charlie) of Garland, A private family service and shall follow me all the days of TX; ten grandchildren, Timothy burial followed at 11 a.m. with my life: Shackelford, Emily Shackelford, Reverend Liz Dyvig of Bonham And I will dwell in the house of Ricky Adams, Jr. “Butch”, Walter Mosaic Church officiating. the LORD for ever. Adams, Michael Adams, Thomas Raymond was faithful in Wayne Shackelford, Raegan attending the services of this Edwards Shackelford, Zachary church. EOE
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We are currently looking for smiling faces who have a passion for working with children. Full-time and part-time positions available. Must be 18 or older and have a high school diploma. Apply in person.
2/16/21 EMPLOYMENT NOTICE Leonard I.S.D. is seeking individuals who may be interested in applying for a custodial position. Applications are available at Leonard I.S.D. Administration, 1 Tiger Alley, Leonard, Texas. For information regarding this position, please contact Bobby Hanson at 903-5872318 ext. 407.
EMPLOYMENT NOTICE Leonard I.S.D. is seeking individuals who may be interested in applying for a Substitute/ Part Time Bus Driver. Must have Class B CDL License. Applications are available at Leonard I.S.D. Administration, 1 Tiger Alley, Leonard, Texas. For information regarding this position, please contact Bobby Hanson at 903-5872318 ext. 407.
Legal Notice: Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Wine and Beer Retailer’s Off-Premise Permit by HINAZ LLC, DBA: 2/9/21QWIK CHEQUE, to be located at 407 W Main St Honey Grove TX 75446, County: Fannin. Officers of said corporation is: 1. MOHSIN SHAIKH - MANAGING MEMBER
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he noticed three hunters firing shotguns inside the property. The Castro County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched and arrived on scene first due to logistics. After interviewing the suspects, the sheriff discovered they had killed five pheasants. The warden coordinated with the sheriff and all five pheasants were seized and civil restitution was filed. The suspects were also cited for the following violations: Taking or Possessing species from a Wildlife Management Area, Failure to have an Annual Public Hunting Permit and a No Upland Game Bird Endorsement Violation. The Munchies Wardens were patrolling in Childress County for state law violations when they observed a vehicle with a Louisiana license plate traveling East on a rural highway. A traffic stop was conducted and during the initial contact with the driver, the warden’s pointed out that there was a small purple box with a marijuana leaf insignia on it that appeared to have “THC” written on the box. Warden’s had the driver exit his vehicle and questioned him about his trip across the U.S. During the investigation, the driver admitted to having some marijuana and THC edibles inside the vehicle. A probable cause search of the vehicle yielded several containers of THC wax, THC edible candy, marijuana and several drug paraphernalia items. The driver was booked into the Childress County Jail without incident and charged with possession of a controlled substance PG2 4<400G, possession of marijuana less than 2oz, and possession of drug paraphernalia.
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STEERS 300 lbs and under.....................$1.00-$1.65 300-400 lbs...............................$1.00-$1.55 400-500 lbs...............................$0.90-$1.35 500 lbs & up........................$0.85-$1.37.50 HEIFERS 300 lbs and under....................$1.00-$1.55 300-400 lbs...............................$1.00-$1.45 400-500lbs...............................$0.85-$1.25 500 lbs & up.............................$0.75-$1.25 SLAUGHTER Cows.............................................$27-$76 Bulls..............................................$88-$93 STOCKERS Stocker................................$250-$1100 Pairs...................................$700-$1250 OTHERS Baby Calves................................$50-$200 Holstein Steers.........................................0 Holstein Heifers.........................$200-$650 Goats..........................5 hd........$120-$270
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OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT 225 to 300 sq. feet or build to suit. 2501 N Center ST. Bonham. 903-583-9527
ONLINE ONLY AUCTION!
Registration will be through the bid online tab at www.catchingbros.com.
FARM & CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT
AUCTION
Friday, February 26, 2021 Start10:00Time Auction Location: 18873 US Hwy 82 Sherman, Texas 75092
Auctioneer’s Note: Due to many factors our February auction will be an online only timed event. Bidding will open on the morning of the 23rd and begin closing on Friday the 26th at 10:00 am. All items will be located on the Catching Bros. lot in Sherman and pre-bid inspections are encouraged. Please familiarize yourself with the terms when you register online. All items will be listed in the order they will begin closing on Friday and may be viewed online the “BID ONLINE” tab of our webpage www.catchingbros.com. We look forward to your participation and welcome any questions you may have prior to the closing date. Terms and Conditions: All items will be sold AS-IS without any warranties. All purchases will be settled for in US funds by cash, cashier’s check, wire transfer, credit card or check with bank letter of guarantee. NO DRAFTS will be accepted. ALL SALES ARE FINAL! Registration will be available through Proxibid at the “BID ONLINE” tab on www.catchingbros.com. There will be a 3.5% buyer premium on all purchases. Financing is available, pre-approval is required. Please contact our office with any questions.
TRACTORS
John Deere 8400 MFWD Tractor with Cab/Air, Powershift, 18.4x46 Rears, 3-SCV, 12,139 Hours John Deere 7410 MFWD Tractor with Cab/Air, 16 Speed Power Quad, 3,700 Hours John Deere 7210 2wd Tractor with Cab/Air, John Deere 725 Loader with Joystick, 16 Speed PowerQuad, 2-SCV, 8,448 hours-ONE OWNER
John Deere 6115D MFWD Tractor with Cab/Air, JD 563 Loader, Joystick, Power Reverser, 2-SCV, 3,138 Hours John Deere 6420 2wd Tractor with Cab/Air, 16 Speed PowerQuad, LHR, 2-SCV 6,500 Hours John Deere 6400 2wd Tractor with Cab/Air, John Deere 620 Loader, PowerQuad, 2-SCV, 6,754 Hours
John Deere 6310 2wd Cab/Air Tractor with Frames and Joysick, 2-SCV John Deere 6403 2wd Cab/Air Tractor with Westendorf Loader John Deere 4066R MFWD Tractor with Cab/Air, John Deere 440R Loader, Joystick, Hydrostat, 524 Hours John Deere 4052M MFWD Tractor with OROPS, John Deere D170 Loader, Joystick Power Reverser, 442 Hours
John Deere 4440 2wd Tractor with Cab/Air Powershift, 2-SCV John Deere 4240 2wd Tractor with Cab/Air, Powershift, 2-SCV, 7,100 Hours on Tach John Deere 4430 2wd 4 Post Tractor John Deere 4230 2wd Tractor with Cab/Air, Powershift, Mid-Mounts, Joystick, John Deere 158 Loader John Deere 2440 2wd Tractor OROPS
John Deere 4105 MFWD Tractor with OROPS, John Deere H165 Loader, Hydrostat, 371 Hours John Deere 3033R MFWD Tractor FROPS, with John Deere Loader, 12/12 Power Reverser, 182 Hours John Deere 4250 2wd Tractor with Cab/Air, Koyker Loader with Joystick, Quad Range, 10,273 Hours
CONSTRUCTION
Kawasaki 60 Z7 2016 Articulating Wheel Loader with Cab/Air, 17.5x25 Rubber, 3,282 Hours Kubota U55-4 Mini Excavator with Cab/Air, Angle Blade, Rubber Tracks, 36" Bucket, 1,490 Hours Caterpillar D4H XL Crawler Tractor with High Tracks, Powershift, Sweeps, 8,766 Hours, Recent U/C Replacement
Caterpillar D3 Crawler Tractor Powershift, 6-Way blade, Winch John Deere 450C Crawler Tractor with 6-Way Blade Terex PT-100G Forestry Package with Loftness G3 Mulching Head, Low Hours Terex PT-75 Mini Track Loader with Cab/Air, High Flow, 2-Speed, Pilot Controls
John Deere 2240 2wd Tractor Open Station, John Deere 145 Loader John Deere 2040 2wd Tractor with Koyker Loader, 2-Spool Control, 3 Point, PTO John Deere 4020 1968 2wd Tractor, Diesel, Synchro John Deere 4010 2wd Propane Tractor John Deere 3010 Salvage
Massey Ferguson 4708 2019 2wd Tractor with Cab/Air, Massey 931X Loader, Bucket, 2-SCV, Power Reverser, 18 Hours, Remaining Factory Warranty Massey Ferguson 3525 2wd Cab Tractor Mahindra 2555 MFWD Tractor with Cab/Air, Loader, Hydrostat, 1-SCV, 786 Hours Mahindra 4025 MFWD Tractor with Loader, 8/2 Transmission, 75 Hours
Kubota M7040 MFWD Cab/Air Loader, Joystick, 8/8 Hydraulic Shuttle, 3-SCV 1,051 Hours Kubota M7040 MFWD Cab/Air Loader, Joystick, 8/8 Hydraulic Shuttle 1,575 Hours Kubota L2600F 2WD Diesel Tractor with 3 Point and PTO New Holland T4.75 MFWD Tractor with Cab/Air, Loader, Joystick, 225 Hours Ford 540A 2wd Tractor with Canopy, Left hand Shuttle, 6' Hydraulic Box Scraper Ford 545 2wd ROPS, Canopy, Left Hand Shuttle, Loader, Box Scraper with Teeth Ford 2000 Gasoline, Not Running-SALVAGE IH Farmall M Wide Front Gasoline
EQUIPMENT
Deere 329E Mini Track Loader with Cab/Air, Hi-Flow,2-Speed Rome TACW-16 Heavy Duty Offset Disk CAT 177-1990 Skid Steer Quick Attach Angle Blade IH 260A Tractor Loader Backhoe, 2wd Open Station, Pump Issues, Sells As-Is
Lowe 1650 Hydraulic Post Hole Digger with 12" and 18" Augers UNUSED Lowe 750 Hydraulic Post Hole Digger with 12" Auger UNUSED Stout 66-9 Brush Grapple UNUSED Stout HD72-8 Brush Grapple UNUSED Stout HD72-4 Brush Grapple UNUSED Stout XHD84-6 Brush Grapple UNUSED Stout HD72-FB Grapple Bucket UNUSED Stout 72-3B Grapple Bucket UNUSED
John Deere 469SS 4x6 Round Baler with Srap, Highmoisture Kit, 540 PTO, Monitor New Holland Roll-Belt 460 2015 Round Baler with Wrap and Twine, Monitor and Manuals, 1,715 Rolls Vermeer 6640 4x6 Round Baler with Wrap, Twine, Monitor, Bale Ramp, 4,046 Bales Vermeer 5500 Rebel Twine Tie Round Baler with Electric Switch Vermeer 504I Twine Tie Round Baler New Holland 1431 Center Pull Mower Conditionaer, Rubber Rollers, Discbine
New Holland 1431 2007 Mower Conditioner with 2 Point Swivel Hitch, Rubber Rollers New Holland 1431 Discbine Conditioner, 13' Cut Kuhn GMD700GIIHD Disc Mower John Deere 275 Disc Mower New Idea 5410 Disc Mower Krone AM323S 10' Disc Mower H&S V-10 10 Wheel Carted V-Rake New Holland 258 Side Delivery Rake New Holland 260A Side Delivery Rake John Deere 338 Wire Tie Square Baler Bermuda King 87 Sprigger John Deere 1590 10' Pull Type NOTill Grain Drill with Dolly Wheel
Great Plains 1006NT UNUSED 10' No-Till Grain Drill Haybuster 107 No Till Grain Drill, 10' Pull Type, Small Seed Box, 2,613 Acres Truax Trillion TR-96 8' Seeder Packer, 3 Point or Skid Steer Q/A, 3 Seed Boxes Brillion SS120-04 Pull Type 10' Seeder, Double Boxes EZEE FLOW 120A 12' Ezee Flow Drop Spreader EZEE FLOW 100F 10' Ezee Flow Drop Spreader Bradford 165 Gravity Flow Cart on 4 Wheel Running Gear John Deere 68 Feed Cart PTO Driven Tandem Axle Seed/Feed Cart with Auger AGCO 3732 Tandem Axle Manure Spreader with PTO Drive, Hydraulic Gate Woods PW180X 15' Batwing Mower, 540 RPM Bush Hog 2315 Batwing Rotary Cutter Land Pride RCF3010 Pull Type Rotary Cutter, LIKE NEW 8' Pull Type Rotary Cutter Frontier FM2017 Batwing Pull Type Finish Mower, 540 PTO John Deere 980 36' Field Cultivator John Deere 215 15' Pull Type Tandem Disk, 20" Blades, 9" Spacing John Deere 110 12' Tandem with 18" Blades, 9" Spacing Pull Type Bush Hog 1445 20' Tandem Disk, Hydraulic Fold
ONLINE ONLY AUCTION!
LAWN & RECREATIONAL VEHICLES
Land Pride DH3010 Pull Type 10' Tandem with Scalloped Blades, LIKE NEW Priefert 6' Tandem Disk, 3 Point Athens 106 7' Offset Disk Brillion PDT12 12' Packer, Pull Type Mahindra 6SD 6' Box Scraper John Deere Hay Forks for John Deere 700 Series John Deere (6) Weights with Mounting Bracket John Deere Hay Fork For John Deere 600-700 Series Loader Industrias Americas F-12 UNUSED 12' Pull Type Box Scraper with Hydraulic Lift and Rear Wheels Bison 300XHD Heavy Duty 10' Rear Angle Blade Bush Hog MBX960 8' Box Scraper with Scarifires Priefert 7' Rotary Cutter 4' Tandem Disc 5 Shank Tiller Tool Post Hole Digger 7' Box Scraper TSC RTS-50 50" Rear Tiller, PTO Driven Kincaid 7' Straw Crimper 2 Bottom Moldboard 5 Shank Tiller Tool Kiser 10' Arena Drag With Water Tank Workmaster 9' 3 point Double Edge Land Leveler 3 Point Arena Drag 50 Gallon Fuel Tank with Hand Pump Adams Fertilizer Spreader, Ground Drive, Stainless, Chain Bottom, Tandem Axle Danuser F-8 Post Hole Digger with 12" Auger
Registration will be through the bid online tab at www.catchingbros.com.
FARM & CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT
AUCTION John Deere Z960R Commercial Zero-Turn with 60" Mulch on Demand Deck, Hydraulic Deck Lift, Kawasaki Engine, 469 Hours Toro Zmaster 72" Deck, 486 Hours Dixe Chopper XXG2703 72" Deck Land Pride ACHZ Zero Turn with 72" Deck--SALVAGE John Deere XUV 835R Gator with Cab/Air, 4x4, Power Steering Polaris Ranger 2015 900EFI Ranger Crew 4x4, 777 Hours, 4,543 Miles
Polaris 800EFI Ranger XP Roof, Windshield, Front and Rear Lights Bar, 332 Hours, 1,347 Miles Kawasaki Teryx 4 Seat ATV Camo, 4x4, EPS, VERY LITTLE USE Kawasaki 3010 Mule 2007 Crew Cab 4x4 Title in Office, ONLY 55 ORIGINAL HOURS Kawasaki 600 Mule 2wd Gasoline, 990 Hours, NO TITLE
Friday, February 26, 2021 Kubota F2690 Commercial Front Deck Mower, 60" Deck, 2wd, Kubota Diesel Power ONLY 137 Hours
Kubota ZD21 Commercial Zero Turn with Kubota Diesel Power, 60" Deck, 1,295 Hours
Kawasaki Mule 3010 2007 4x4 Gasoline, Cab Enclosure, 2,223 Hours-NO TITLE John Deere HPX Gator 2007 4x4 Gasoline, 3,867 Hours--NO TITLE John Deere 6x4 Diesel, 6x4 Gator with Canopy, 977 Hours John Deere 4x2 Gasoline 4x2 Gator with Canopy, 1,772 Hours Polaris Ranger 6x6 SALVAGE Polaris Ranger 500 4x4 SALVAGE Masimo MSU500 4x4 with Winch SALVAGE
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Auction Location: 18873 US Hwy 82 Sherman, Texas 75092 TRUCKS & TRAILERS
FENCING & OTHER MISC. ITEMS 150 Vinyl Fencing Posts 280 Vinyl Fencing Planks Sections of Pipe Fencing and Braces Used Cable for Fencing Gallager Several Rolls of Electric Fence Wire New and Used Fence Chargers Pipe Threading Kit Cambell Hausfeld Air Compressor, 11 Gallon
Craftsman Drill Press Bench Grinder Chop Saw John Deere Electric Welder Duracraft Aluminum Boat (8) Metal Feed Troughs Toro Unused Squeeze Chute with Palpation Cage 2 Horse Pipe Breeding Stock
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LOCAL GOLF COURSE LIQUIDATION John Deere 970 MFWD Tractor with JD 440 Loader, Joystick Toro 580D 15' Self Propelled Batwing Finish Mower 1,800 Hours Jacobsen LF3400 6' Reel Mower 4,264 Hours John Deere 3225C Self Propelled 10' Reel Mower Toro 3050 Greens Mower 50" Cut Toro Aerator
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Toro 1100 150 Gallon Self Propelled Sprayer Cabellas TSG50 PTO Driven Stump Grinder Brauwer Pull Type PTO Driven 10' Reel Mower--LIKE NEW Fimco Pull Behind 12 Volt Sprayer Walk Behind Tiller 16' Utility Trailer-- NO TITLE Ball Grabber Cammond 5' Box Scraper
Miles Shopbuilt 20' Tandem Dual Dovetail with Flip Over Ramps
Pintle Hitch Dozer Trailer--Heavy Duty Timpte 1997 Hopper Bottom 42' with High Sides Roll-Over Tarp
Beall 9500 Gallon Tanker Trailer Lamar Single Axle 6x10 with Ramp
HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGES Ford 3 point Rear Angle Blade NAI 5' Grapple Attachment SPX 1590 10 Ton Air Lift Jack Air Compressor Lot of Hand Tools Smoker on Trailer
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Owner: Bill Parker 903-227-9528
CLASSIFIEDS BUSINESS SUITES 1/15/19 FOR LEASE 903-640-0000. 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 220 E. 1st St Bonham, TX 75418 6500 SF Total. 3500 SF Warehouse w/concrete floors & loading dock. 3000 SF Office w/approx 8 offices, large meeting room space, 2 restrooms, kitchen area, HVAC, recently remodeled. $2,500 per month (utilities not included) Call or text 903-583-0108 NEW SINGLE STORY APARTMENTS Granite counter tops. All appliances including dishwasher and microwave. All electric. 1 BR: $750.00. 2 BR: $850.00. 903-2270920
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ROBERT’S HEATING and AIR Licensed and insured. Free estimates. 24 hour service. We accept all major credit cards. Financing Available. Robert Fuller, owner and operator. License# TACLB27431E Call 903-6470816. NEED COMPUTER HELP? Computer and software assistance now available in Bonham and surrounding areas. Call Chuck Knight at 903-583-0992. 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. LIBERTY MOVING Local and long distance moves. Residential and office. Insured and bonded. Located in Leonard, TX. Call 940-391-9298 or 940390-9978. 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.”
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Bonham Police Department Logs 02/10/2021 – 02/16/2021
Report: February 11, 100 BL E. 16th St., Reporting Officer – Ptl. Giancarlo Puccini. A call for service was received in reference to Emergency Mental Detention. Report: February 11, 2200 BL Island Bayou Rd., Reporting Officer – Sgt. Billy Kennedy. A call for service was received in reference to Forgery of Financial Instrument. Report: February 12, 800 BL Seven Oaks Rd., Arresting Officer – Ptl. Giancarlo Puccini. A 56-year-old male was arrested for Public Intoxication. Report: February 12, 1600 BL Island Bayou Rd., Arresting Officer – Ptl. Kolbee Perdue. A 49-yearold female was arrested for DWI and Traffic – Duty on Striking Unattended Veh. Report: February 13, 200 BL E. Russell Ave., Arresting Officer – Ptl Trevor Franz. A 33-year-old female was arrested for Traffic – DWLI. Report: February 13, 1400 BL Cedar St., Reporting Officer – Ptl. Giancarlo Puccini. A call for service was received in reference to Emergency Mental Detention. Report: February 14, 1700 BL SH 121 N., Arresting Officer – Ptl. Trevor Franz. A 29-year-old male was arrested for Traffic – DWLI.
BRAVEHEART BAV ANIMAL VOLUNTEERS Please Help Us Help Needy Pets. Donate to PayPal: bavbraveheart@yahoo.com Donations can also be paid directly on our account at Gray’s Veterinary, 14618 TX-121, Trenton, TX 75490 or mail to Braveheart, P.O. Box 26, Ravenna, TX 75476. 903-436-7954