2-4-25 Fannin County Leader by The Fannin County Leader

Gardening Series 1: Bringing Life Back to the Garden - Vegetables

By Treva Gibbs, Fannin County Master Gardener

3) Mid-February is the time to sow leaf lettuce, spinach,

chard, Irish potatoes, and root vegetables. Local garden centers should have seed potatoes–buy them quickly because they won’t be on the shelves long. My favorite vegetables to sow are root vegetables–carrots, beets, radishes, turnips, etc.

4) Plant asparagus crowns, available from retailers and via mail order. Asparagus is a perennial and takes roughly two years to establish. The

more mature the crown from the supplier, the sooner we can harvest those delectable shoots. A 4-year old crown will cost more than a 1-year old crown.

5) Sow warm-season vegetables like tomatoes, peppers and eggplants in seed starting trays indoors.

Vocabulary tips: Sow - put a seed in the soil. Direct sow - put seed in outdoor soil. Plant - (verb) handling germinated life that contains roots, stems, and leaves. Transplant move a plant to another location. Cool season plants

- flourish this time of year; grow best when the average temperatures are 55 ℉ to 75 ℉; tolerate slight frosts. Happy Gardening!

Gardening Series 2: Bringing Life Back to the Garden - Flowers Planning is in full swing for the highly anticipated Home and Garden Expo, set for Saturday, March 22, 2025. Vendors are encouraged to participate in this annual celebration of gardening, homemaking, and sustainable living. If you are interested in being a vendor, please contact the Extension Office

(903-583-7453) for more information. 2025 Programming

Sponsored by: Twin Oaks Nursery-Denison; Keystone Enterprises-Bonham; Red Coop Feed and SeedBonham; Fix and FeedBonham; Green Machine Rentals-Bonham; 160 Lawn and Timber-Whitewright; For horticulture questions call 903-583-7453 or email fanninmastergardeners@ gmail.com Like us on FacebookFannin County Master Gardeners

is a freshman

Pre-Nursing major from Leonard, TX.

A total of 650 students were honored on this semester's Dean's List.

Southern Arkansas University provides students the complete college experience in a caring environment of service, innovation, and community. With more than 100 degrees in four distinct colleges and the School of Graduate Studies, SAU initiates new degree programs to fit the needs of career and professional trends of today.

Gadberry of Honey Grove named to Fall 2024 Dean's List in U of A's Fulbright College

FAYETTEVILLE, AR

(01/24/2025)-- Chase

Gadberry of Honey Grove

was named to the Fall 2024 Dean's List in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas.

Gadberry joins more than 1,100 additional Fulbright College students on the Fall 2024 Dean's List.

To qualify for the Dean's List, students must achieve at least a 3.75 grade-point average for the semester while completing at least 12 credit hours.

"It is with great pride that we

celebrate students like Chase who has earned a place on the Dean's List this semester," said Brian E. Raines, dean of the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences. "This recognition reflects not only Chase's academic excellence and dedication but also their resilience and commitment to learning."

"We also want to recognize Chase's famiy and supporters, the Fulbright College faculty and staff, and the wider University of Arkansas community who have all helped champion them every step of the way on their pursuit of academic excellence," Raines added.

Gadberry is one of more than 8,000 students who study and research in Fulbright College, which offers degrees across the fine arts, humanities, natural sciences and social sciences. Learn more about the U of A's Fulbright College at fulbright.uark.edu.

Family Violence Affects the Children

PLEASE ...if you need help dealing with personal problems or you need help coping with your children, seek help!

“At the end of the day, the most overwhelming key to a child’s success is the positive involvement of parents.”

- Jane Dee Hull

Children depend on the adults around them for protection, guidance and a feeling of belonging.

Children flourish in a positive environment!! Call for help.

There is never any shame in saving a young life from pain and despair.

County Family

These Buffalo Chicken Meatballs, are a real winner. They come together in a matter of minutes, and taste so good. This would be great for a Super Bowl party!

BUFFALO CHICKEN MEATBALLS

1.5 lbs. ground chicken

1 Tbsp. dry ranch salad dressing mix

5 green onions, diced 1 c.

1 egg ¾ c. buffalo sauce, (reserve 2 Tbs. for after baking)

Preheat oven to 350°. In a bowl, combine your ground chicken, ranch mix, green onions, bread crumbs, egg, buffalo sauce, paprika, garlic salt, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce,

Pecan Gap News

Morris and Wanda White enjoyed a visit from their son, James, last week. James resides in Arlington.

Last week was a good week for the Falcon round ball teams. On Tuesday night at home, both the Lady Falcons and Fighting Falcon Basketball teams beat the Miller Grove Hornets, who always have good teams. Thursday night, the Junior High Birds beat the Ector Eagles at home. This was the boys’ team’s first win and they were so excited as they should be! On Friday, night the Varsity teams traveled to Savoy for yet another district game. The Lady Falcons beat the Cardinals for another check in the win column.

The Boys’ game was a back and forth barn burner as the Fighting Falcons fell to the Cards in Overtime, but, it was a great game just the same.

The Ladies Club’s chili/stew supper was a big success with more than 100 residential families and friends who came out to support the “Help the Pecan Gap Volunteer Fire Department’s Fundraiser”.

Ladies Club members, Peggy Jean Durham and Marjanne

Chevalier-Dobbs, reported that there was a huge crowd and that a good time was had by all. Lynn Hoskison told me the excitement built as time and again people were sent into the Fire Station portion of the Community Center to get more and more chairs to seat the overflowing crowd. Ed Pickard reported that Lynn’s Possum Chili was some of the best he’d ever eaten! At the end of the night, the Ladies Club reported that a total of $2,950.00 was raised, which is fantastic! For anyone who would like to contribute to the rebuilding of the PGVFD, you can leave a contribution at the world famous Seed House with Mr. Louie or a check can be mailed to: Pecan Gap VFD, P.O. Box 125, Pecan Gap, Tx. 75469. Thank you! I’m proud to be from this unique and inspiring little town, the one my late grandfather, Lawrence Stell Beeler, dubbed “The Hub of the Universe.”

fully

Roll your meat mixture into one inch balls and place on a foil lined cookie sheet. Place the sheet in the oven and bake for 25 minutes or until fully cooked through. Remove from oven and using a basting brush, brush another fresh layer of buffalo sauce, over each meatball. Put a pick in each meatball so it is easy to grab and eat. Garnish with a drizzle of ranch and extra green onions if desired.

ENJOY!!

Please send me your favorite or unique recipes to Fannin County Leader at 224 N. Main St. Bonham, TX 75418 or email me: fclweesie@ gmail.com

www.woundedwarriorproject.org

Members Needed

(Age 18 and up)

Use your talents a couple of hours each week to support senior activities at the City of Bonham Senior Citizens Center. Meets every 2nd Saturday at 4:00pm at the Senior Center (210 E 6th Street). Consider tax deductible donations. For information text Rich at 214738-9975. Information also available at meetings. Submitted by Rich Summers, President Friends of the City of Bonham Senior Citizens Center 214-738-9975 ● Fax: 903449-4404

Mail: 215 E 6th Street, Bonham, 75418. rlsummers@reagan.com

Shop for your Valentine

BONHAM TRADE DAYS

February 6 thru 9, 2025

Sponsored by Kiwanis Club of Bonham, Texas

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issues.

a record of significant events (such as those affecting a nation or institution) often including an explanation of their causes.

“A generation which ignores history has no past and no future.” Robert Heinlein, American author

Marker Text: William W. Bell (1794-1845) immigrated to the United States from his native England in 1820. By 1836 he had come to Texas, where he enlisted in the Republic of Texas Army in February 1837. He later served in a company of Texas Rangers and was granted a contract by the Republic of Texas to carry mail from Independence to Nashville.

Bell was married to the former Elizabeth Weaver, and they were the parents of eight sons and one daughter. This cemetery traces its beginnings to 1845, when William W. Bell died and was buried here by his family. Also interred in the graveyard are Elizabeth Weaver Bell (1804-1894) and give of the Bells’ nine children: daughter Texana Bell Henry (1837-1859); sons Stephen (1823-1900), D. J. (1825-1899), Albert H. (1830-1800), and A. Jessie (18341856), There are five other marked graves of family members, as well as several unmarked burials. Family tradition states some of the unmarked graves may be those of slaves. The William W. Bell Cemetery Association formed by Bell descendants in 1985 maintains the historic graveyard.

Location: Drive north for 4.3 miles on FM 1752 north from Savoy to a gravel road. Then go west on the gravel road .7 miles. Turn right at a large iron-gated entrance. Go north .2 miles. William W. Bell Cemetery History, noun :

Fannin County: The annual crack seal contract to place sealant in the pavement cracks on roadways in Fannin County is underway. The following roadways will receive a crack seal: FM 2029 from FM 273 to FM 1396, FM 100 from FM 273 to FM 2216,

205 from 9th Street to

64,

34 from

56 to

11 from US 69 to the Hunt County line, FM 896 from Business SH 121 to US 69, FM 815 from Business US 69 to SH 78, US 69 from FM 896 to FM 272, and FM 1553 from SH 78 to SH 78. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone. Bonham State Park, Park Road 24. Park Road 24 in the Bonham State Park will have daytime lane closures while crews rehabilitate the main road, camping spots and parking lots within the park. Detour routes will be present during construction to allow for the flow of traffic.

FM 68, at the North Sulphur River bridge. FM 68 at the North Sulphur River bridge is closed to through traffic as crews work on and replacing the bridge structure and roadway approaches. During the closure, traffic is asked to use SH 34, SH 11, and SH 78 as the detour route.

FM 2645, from FM 898 to FM 1753. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway to an overall width of 26 feet. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

FM 274, from SH 78 to FM 1753. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway to an overall width of 26 feet. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

SH 121 overpass at US 69. The SH 121 overpass at US 69 is closed to thru traffic while crews perform bridge repairs. All traffic will be required to take the exit for US 69 and then will be able to take the next entrance ramp back onto SH 121. A temporary signal is in place to control traffic on SH 121 and US 69 during this closure. Motorists should expect delays as signals control traffic through the construction zone.

CR 4020 at Caney Creek. CR 4020 at Caney Creek is closed to through traffic to allow for replacement of the bridge. During the closure traffic is asked to use CR 4025 as a detour.

FM 68, from SH 78 to FM 271. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway to an overall width of 28 feet. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

SH 78, from US 82 to the Oklahoma State line. Watch for daytime shoulder closures and occasional daytime lane closures as workers install sloped-end treatments on drainage structures and replace bridge rail and guardrail. FM 100, from SH 56 to FM 2216. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone. FM 1550, from SH

Left to right: Scott Franklin- PGVFD President, Randy Conley- PGVFD Member, Eddy Frey-Pecan Gap Mayor, visited with one another at Saturday’s Chili/Stew Supper. Ami Franklin and her children, Fallon and Foreman, prepared to eat a delicious supper. Photo Courtesy of Mrs. Sandra Thrasher-Conover

Soil Moisture

Levels Improve

For Some, Worsen For Others

Texas Crop and Weather Report

Texas A&M AgriLife

Drought conditions continue to influence agricultural production across more than half the state, but large swaths of Texas are experiencing the best soil moisture in years, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts.

Some parts of the state are going into spring with a good soil moisture profile. However, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor, much of the state west of Interstate 35 continues to deal with moderate to extreme

drought conditions.

Jourdan Bell, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension agronomist and associate professor in the Texas A&M Department of Soil and Crop Sciences, Amarillo, said the Texas High Plains are drought-free for the first time in several years. The region received very beneficial rains in October and November.

Those rains improved soil profiles, filled stock ponds and benefited wheat planted for grazing and/or grain. Bell also expects the moisture to benefit range-

Special Events Around the County

Valentine Shopping Stroll

- February 8th ● 10am - 4pm

Lake Ralph Hall Pipeline Completed

to the communities Upper Trinity serves in Denton and Collin Counties.

in Paris, TX. The pipeline was completed through extensive collaboration between engineering, construction and consulting firms, including:

• Garney Construction (Construction Manager At Risk for the pipeline, control station and balancing reservoir),

• Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (control station design, pipeline alignment and design),

• Black & Veatch Corporation (pipeline engineering),

• Jacobs Engineering Group (pipeline and balancing reservoir engineering),

• Freese & Nichols, Inc. (pump station design),

• Archer Western Construction, LLC (pump station construction), and

• AR Consultants (cultural resources)

Scheduled for completion in 2026, Lake Ralph Hall will provide a sustainable water supply for Upper Trinity and provide recreational and economic benefits for the City of Ladonia and Fannin County. For more details about Lake Ralph Hall and the pipeline part of the project, visit LakeRalphHall.com.

RED RIVER MATERIALS LLC

Gathering Time Ranch wants to invite everyone to join us for our 2025 events. The Ranch is located at 487 CR 2105 Ivanhoe, TX. 75447. Call 903-227-7969 for more information!

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CALVARY UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH

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

Pastor: Steven Luton, 903-583-4346

Sunday Morning Re-wind

Will All Be Worth It In The End”

Hello everyone!

This week’s devotion comes from Isaiah 64:4. There is no doubt that we will all face struggles and moments of uncertainty in our lives. Oftentimes we become overwhelmed in our circumstances, and our tendency is to become nervous or anxious as we wait to see what the results will be. Sometimes, when we bring our burdens to the Lord, we tend to get impatient and restless waiting for His answer. We must always remember that His timing is not our own timing, and that His timing is always impeccable. During these uncertain times in our lives, it is very important that we hold tight to our Faith in God, and, as we are reminded in Romans 8:28, “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God,

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to them who are the called according to his purpose.”

He has promised to never leave us, nor forsake us. He doesn’t forget our heartaches and sorrows, and He will not abandon us when we call on Him. He is always with us, and is continually working to save us. If we always cling to our faith in Him, then when this life is over, it will all be worth it.

In 1905, Jennie Wilson wrote this classic hymn that reminds us to keep our trust in Him, and to put our hope and our trust in the eternal things that await us.

“Time is filled with swift transition. Naught of earth unmoved can stand. Build your hopes on things eternal. Hold to God’s unchanging hand. Trust in Him who will not

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leave you.

Whatsoever years may bring. If by earthly friends forsaken, Still more closely to Him cling. Hold to His hand, God’s unchanging hand. Hold to His hand, God’s unchanging hand. Build your hopes on things eternal.

Hold to God’s unchanging hand.”

If you are looking for a good church home, we invite you to come visit us, and be a part of our church family and worship at Central Baptist Church. Visitors are our honored guests, and we hope to see you this coming Sunday!

Bro. Josh Stevenson

"Punching God's Time Clock"

By Mike Dickison,

Minister for the Ivanhoe Church of Christ

We have all heard the saying, “Time is Money.” This is usually said by someone who considers money to be the important item of life. But, consider that “Time is Spiritual” for those who understand that the spiritual things in life are the most important because they last for eternity. James wrote about submission, “Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you” (James 4:7). Let us consider how to submit to God with our TIME. We submit to God with our TIME, when we spend time in Bible study. Jesus quoted Deuteronomy 8:3 when he said, “It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God” (Matthew 4:4). Peter reminds us, “As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby” (1Peter 2:2). Paul told Timothy, “Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth” (2 Timothy 2:15). We submit to God with our TIME, when we spend time in Prayer. Jesus “spake a parable unto them to this end, that men ought always to pray, and not to faint” (Luke 18:1). Paul wrote, “Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints” (Ephesians 6:18). How sad it is when we sing the song “Sweet Hour of Prayer” and grumble at those who lead long prayers. Let us remember that Jesus “went out into a mountain to pray, and continued all night in prayer to God” (Luke 6:12). We submit to God with our TIME, when we spend time Teaching. The Lord said, “Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature” (Mark 16:15). Jesus reminds us of the urgency in teaching, “Let the dead bury their dead: but go thou and preach the kingdom of God” (Luke 9:60). Paul declares that teaching is for all the time, “Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine” (2 Timothy 4:2).

Life Requires Balance family career time GOD without balance, TRUE happiness is fleeting include and make

We submit to God with our TIME, when we spend time Resisting the devil. Paul reminds us of spending too much time with the wrong

friends, “Evil companionships corrupt good morals” (1 Corinthians 15:33). The Hebrew writer encourages to spend time getting rid of sin, “let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us” (Hebrews 12:1).

Jesus encourages us to spend our time in putting proper priorities in place, “But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you” (Matthew 6:33). Let’s make sure that we are punching God’s time clock.

Where Is My Time?

hunting/fishing sports social life sleep TV work

Looks like you have it!

To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: Ecclesiastes 3:1

include and make time for GOD this Sunday

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

Leonard First Assembly of God, 108 Pecan Leonard, Texas 469-450-9777

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

Bailey Bible Baptist Church 205 Leslie Bailey, Texas 75413

Bethlehem Baptist Church “The House of Bread” 1415 Franklin Avenue, Bonham, TX 7541 Office: 903-583-8061

Bois D’Arc Creek Cowboy Church Hwy 121 & Edhube Road 903-583-1671

Boyd Baptist Church 3707 St. Hwy. 78 N Bonham, Texas Phone (903) 583-7288

Calvary Baptist Church 913 S. 5th St Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-3910

Central Baptist Church (Fundmental, Independent) 709 Union Ave. Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 505-4124

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

Lamasco Baptist Church 346 CR 2615 Telephone, Texas 75488

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

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

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

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) 583-0732

First Baptist Church of Bonham 710 N. Center Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-0732

First Baptist Church of Dodd City PO Box 47 Dodd City, Texas 75438-0047 (903)583-4465

First Baptist Church of Honey Grove PO Box 124 Honey Grove, Texas 75446 (903)378-2768

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

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

First Baptist Church of Pecan Gap PO Box 100 Pecan Gap, Texas 75469 (903)359-6683

First Baptist Church of Randolph PO Box 14 Randolph, Texas 75475 (903)583-6900

First Baptist Church of Savoy .O. Box 177 Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) 965-4160

First Baptist Church of Trenton PO Box 157 Trenton, Texas 75490 (903)989-2319

Little Bethel Baptist Church PO Box 63 Ladonia, Texas 75449 Phone (903)367-7708

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

New Home Baptist Church 1300 N Maple St. Bonham 903-583-4509

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

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

Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 1409 W. Market St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 (615) 448-8802

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

Pilgram Rest Baptist Church 703 Agusta St. Trenton, Texas Ravenna Baptist Church 100 Elm Street Ravenna, Texas 75476

Rising Son Cowboy Church 1526 CR 2010 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-640-3377

Sandy Baptist Church Ravenna, Texas 75476 (903) 583-9546

Seventh & Main Baptist Church 617 N. Main Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-8679

Sovereign Grace Baptist Church 601 S. 4th St. Bonham, TX 469-207-1141

Telephone Baptist Church located on FM 273 in Telephone Office phone: 903-664-2377

Primera Iglesia Baustia Hispana 1134 FM 273 Bonham, Texas 75418 903-583-5727

Trinity Baptist Church 219 W. Denison Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-3388

Valley Creek Baptist Church 3615 FM 896, Leonard, TX 75452 903-587-2386

Westside Baptist Church 912 W. Commerce St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 903-249-2987 Windom Baptist Church 203 1st Street Windom, TX 75492 (903) 623-2215 Wild Horse Creek Cowboy Church 2992 CR 2285 Telephone, Texas 75488 903-486-1630

Are You A Christian?

Do you serve God?

Proverbs 27:17 - Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend.

Grace Reformed Baptist Church 2800 10th St Honey Grove TX gracerbcbonham.com

The Church is a hospital for sinners. include and make time for GOD this Sunday

Romans 3:23 - For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; Don't Like Religion?

Ephesians 4:18 - Having the understanding darkened, being alienated from the life of God through the ignorance that is in them, because of the blindness of their heart: Road Rage Rudeness Hatefulness Division

I would rather live my life as if there is a God and die to find out there isn't, than live as if there isn't and to die to find out that there is. include and make time for GOD this Sunday

Bonham alum Rhinehart 2X nets academic all-district recognition

By Rich Hilliard

Former Bonham multiple-sport standout Nick Rhinehart has garnered recognition off the field while playing football for Grinnell College in Iowa.

Rhinehart, who just finished his fourth and final season as a receiver, punter and kicker for Grinnell,

earned a spot on the College Sports Communicators Academic AllDistrict® Team for 2024. It equated his second-straight year to receive the recognition. To garner the honor, players must be at least a sophomore, have a cumulative 3.5 grade point average or better and have played in 90 percent of his or her team's games or started 66 percent or more of the contests. Rhinehart also joined Leonard's DJ Brown in earning a spot on the ballot to be considered to be a CSC Academic All-American, with recipients to be announced by January's end.

By Rich Hilliard

TRENTON -- Extending a sports career beyond high school takes more than just playing in games. It takes more than just participating in practices.

"It takes more than talent and hard work to do this," said Josh Shipman, Trenton's head football coach and athletics director.

"It takes putting in your own

time," he said. "Cole Latimer put in the extra work with going to camps over the summers." That extra effort has equated a chance for the Trenton 6-3 senior lineman to continue his career at the next level. Latimer announced his decision to play for Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas, in a signing ceremony on Jan. 27 in the Trenton High School Gymnasium, with family, friends, coach-

es and others present.

"I'd heard about the Big Body Camp at Hardin-Simmons," said Latimer. "I'd asked my personal coach, Patrick Lewis, who played center for the Seattle Seahawks, if it would be a good camp to go to. I went and fell in love with the campus.

"I like how they involve Christianity in their culture," said Latimer. "I liked how I'd be around people similar to me.

By Rich Hilliard

"It felt like home."

Latimer will play left guard at Hardin-Simmons after being recognized on both sides of the line for his 2024 efforts for Trenton. He received All-District 6-2A-I second-team notoriety as a defensive lineman and an honorable mention as an offensive lineman.

"We are here to celebrate Cole's opportunity to compete at the next level," said Shipman. "We are very proud of him."

Trenton senior Cole Latimer (center) agrees to play football for Hardin-Simmons University in Abiliene, Texas, on Jan. 27 with dad Russell and mom Alechia on hand to witness his decision. Photo by Rich Hilliard

Honey Grove's Levi Beavers (14) looks to drive past Wolfe City's Anthony Aldana (0) on Jan. 21 during

2A boys' basketball at Honey Grove. Photo by Rich Hilliard

Honey Grove's Ryelan Morris (5) looks to drive past a Wolfe City defender on Jan. 21 during District 14-2A boys' basketball at Honey Grove. Photo by Rich Hilliard

Honey Grove's Grant Cheney (2) releases a shot over a Wolfe City defender on Jan. 21 during District 14-2A boys' basketball at Honey Grove. Photo by Rich Hilliard

Honey Grove's Asher Price (23) stays focused on his shot despite Wolfe City's defensive pressure on Jan. 21 during District 14-2A boys' basketball at Honey Grove. Photo by Rich Hilliard

Honey Grove center Brody Mahan (25) looks to pass despite the presence of Wolfe City 6'7 defender Noah Adams (43) on Jan. 21 during District 14-2A boys' basketball at Honey Grove. Photo by Rich Hilliard

Honey Grove's Keaton Totty (11) looks to drive past a Wolfe City defender on Jan. 21 as his Wolves' teammate, Noah Adams (43), watches during District 14-2A boys' basketball at Honey Grove. Photo by Rich Hilliard

Honey Grove's Lane Foster (12) looks to drive past Wolfe City's Reagan Bradshaw (4) on Jan. 21 during District 14-2A boys' basketball at Honey Grove. Photo by Rich Hilliard

Honey Grove's Carson Reese controls the ball on Jan. 21 during District 14-2A boys' basketball at Honey Grove.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Honey Grove's Jarrmez Daniels (4) shoots a 3-pointer on Jan. 21 during District 14-2A boys' basketball at Honey Grove.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Luke Bryant (top left), Lane Foster, Keaton Totty (11), Carson Reese (0), Asher Price (headband), Grant Cheney (2), Brody Mahan, Ryelan Morris (5) and the rest of the Warriors listen to Honey Grove head coach Homer Garner on Jan. 21 during District 14-2A boys' basketball at Honey Grove. Photo by Rich Hilliard

Bonham's Nick Rhinehart. Grinnell College photo

SBA Disaster News Release – Relief Still Available to Texas Private Nonprofits Hit by Spring Storms: Don’t Miss the Deadline to Apply for an SBA

SACRAMENTO, Calif.

– The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in Texas of the Feb. 24, 2025 deadline to apply for low interest federal disaster loans to offset economic losses caused by severe storms, straight line winds, tornadoes and flooding that occurred April 26–June 5, 2024. The disaster declaration covers the counties of Anderson, Austin, Bailey, Baylor, Bell, Blanco, Bosque, Bowie, Brown, Caldwell, Calhoun, Cass, Cherokee, Clay, Cochran, Coke, Coleman, Concho, Cooke, Coryell, Dallas, Delta, Eastland, Falls, Fannin, Freestone, Gonzales, Grimes, Hamilton, Hardin, Harris, Hays, Henderson, Hockley, Hopkins, Houston, Jasper, Kaufman,

Lamar, Lampasas, Lee, Leon, Liberty, Limestone, Lynn, Madison, McCulloch, Milam, Mills, Montgomery, Morris, Nacogdoches, Navarro, Newton, Panola, Polk, Rains, Red River, Robertson, Rockwall, Rusk, Sabine, San Augustine, San Jacinto, San Saba, Shelby, Smith, Sterling, Terrell, Titus, Trinity, Tyler, Van Zandt, Walker, Waller and Washington.

Under the declaration, SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program is available to PNPs that provide non-critical services of a governmental nature and suffered financial losses directly related to the disaster. Examples of eligible noncritical PNPs include, but are not limited to, food kitchens, homeless shelters, museums, libraries, community centers, schools, and colleges.

EIDLs are available for working capital needs caused by the disaster and are available even if the PNP did not suffer any physical damage.

The loans may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable, and other bills that could have been paid had the disaster not occurred.

“When disasters hit rural communities, access to working capital offers a lifeline to impacted small businesses and private nonprofits,” said Randle Logan, acting associate administrator for the SBA’s Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience.

“SBA’s EIDL program is designed to help keep businesses operational during recovery, covering financial obligations and necessary expenses until normal operations resume.”

The loan amount can be up

to $2 million with interest rates as low as 3.25%, with terms up to 30 years. Interest does not accrue, and payments are not due, until 12 months from the date of the first loan disbursement. The SBA sets loan amount terms based on each applicant’s financial condition. For more information and to apply online visit SBA.gov/ disaster. Applicants may also call SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov for information on SBA disaster assistance. For people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability, please dial 7-1-1 to access telecommunications relay services. Submit completed loan applications to the SBA no later than Feb. 24.

Texoma Medical Center Opens Advanced Hybrid Suite

Press Release - Texoma Medical Center (TMC) is pleased to announce the opening of the region’s first and only hybrid cardiac catheterization suite. The hybrid suite is a $11.8M investment by TMC aimed at continuing to offer advanced structural heart and vascular disease care to those living in and around the Texoma region.

Equipped with advanced imaging and technology, the hybrid suite is designed to offer the capabilities of a traditional operating room

with those of an imageguided interventional lab. TMC will now be able to ensure timely minimally invasive interventions with a reduced need for patient transfer to the OR should it be determined that a patient requires more advanced surgical care. Flexibility of the hybrid suite also contributes to patient safety by lessening exposure to anesthesia and radiation.

The hybrid suite allows TMC’s accomplished multi-disciplinary group of providers, and the

staff that support them, to expand the capabilities of procedures that may be performed. Advanced imaging capabilities allow vascular surgeons at TMC to perform advanced thoracic endovascular and abdominal aorta endovascular procedures. And TMC will be expanding cardiac care with the addition of electrophysiology which is the treatment of the heart’s electrical system and involves diagnosing abnormal heart rhythms known as arrhythmia.

Local Youth Service Project

The hybrid suite is an addition to TMC’s two existing cardiac catheterization rooms that have been in use since the hospital moved to its current location in 2009, as well as a $3.5 million NeuroInterventional suite with biplane angiography that TMC opened in 2017. To learn more about our Cardiovascular Program, visit us online at www. texomamedicalcenter.net/ heart.

Clayton Horton, with Trail Life USA Troop TX-0356 in Bonham, completed his service project toward earning his Freedom Rangeman Award, which is the highest award in Trail Life USA. He planned, coordinated, and organized donations and building of three mobile raised bed planters for the Wesley House Assisted Living Center in Bonham. This was a volunteer project for all who were involved. Local businesses helped with material and financial donations.

Courtesy photo

Clayton Horton - Trail Life USA Community Project

Fannin County Commissioners Court – Recognizing Above & Beyond Public Service

By Rose Schwartz

Tuesday, January 28, 2025, Fannin County Judge Newt Cunningham called to order at 9:05 a.m., the Regular Meeting of the Fannin County Commissioners Court. Quorum was established with all County Commissioners and County Judge present. The Invocation was led by Pastor Ricky Granstaff of the Ravenna Baptist Church with FC Clerk and USAF Veteran Jen Garner leading the Pledges. There were no Introductions.

5. Public Forum: Judge Cunningham read an invitation from FC Historian Malinda Allison on behalf of the FC Museum, to come to the courthouse to view FC resident Kay Sisk’s collection of historic post cards that are in the display case located on the second floor.

ROUTINE ITEMS:

6. Approve payment of bills – County Auditor: FC Auditor Alicia Whipple noted the bills were $384,366.80. A motion to approve payment was made by Commissioner Kopf, seconded by Commissioner Kopf and passed.

7. Approve Treasurer’s Financial Report for December 2024 – County Treasurer: FC Treasurer David Woodson commented on the influx of tax revenue before noting December’s receipts were $4,317,451.32 with property taxes coming in at $988,247.26. Before noting sales tax of $657,180.60 (which is October’s number), he noted it was an unusually large number for this time of year and advised there is a hold on the cash until an inquiry to the comptroller’s office confirms its accuracy. In response to a question, he confirmed December’s receipts also included revenue from recent land sales. A motion to approve the report was made by Commissioner Fogelberg with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed.

8. Approve Treasurer’s Investment Report for December 2024 – County Treasurer: Mr. Woodson stated interest on TexPool accounts was $43,181.01 with interest from the 2022 Bond being $17,482.55, interest from the Operating Business Money account being $172.98 and the interest from the Operating Fund being $18,543.47. The total amount for December was $79,380.01. He also noted income from the land sales was deposited into a liquid CD that is drawing 4% interest and noted it will be 3 months before the interest amount from that account will be added to his report. Commissioner Kopf made the motion to approve with Commissioner Waggoner seconding the motion which passed.

DISCUSSION ITEMS:

9. Recognition of two Sheriff’s Deputies for their outstanding service to the community – Sheriff Cody Shook: FC Sheriff Cody Shook spoke to commend Deputy Sullivan who received a commendation certificate for having stopped and rendered first aid at the scene of an auto accident while off duty. Also recognized was Deputy McCrary who received the commendation certificate for the creation, funding and implementation of a program that benefited school children across the county with breakfast, Christmas gifts and activities that served to enhance the relationship with Fannin County’s youth and the Sheriff’s Department.

10. Discussion regarding Republican Party Chair and Election Commission – County Judge: Fannin County’s former Republican Chairperson Melanie Grammar introduced the new FC Republican Chairman Darren York. She spoke of what an honor it has been for her to have served the past 10 years and noted that

though she is retiring to direct more time for family business, she fully intends to remain engaged and involved in the support of Republican Party values. She thanked everyone for their past assistance, assured all of the dedicated competency of Chairman Darren York. Mr. York spoke to thank Ms. Grammar and all who have put their trust in him to fill the position of County Chair and asked for ongoing community effort and involvement in continuing to uphold successful family values. Judge Cunningham commended Ms. Grammar for the excellent work she had done and expressed his confidence in Mr. York for the job ahead before thanking them both for their service.

11. Discussion and presentation regarding Public Improvement Districts in counties (PIDs) – County Judge for Mark McLiney of SAMCO: Senior Managing Director of SAMCO Capital Markets Mark McLiney, gave a slide presentation explaining what a PID is, how it serves to facilitate growth with new developments and why PIDs are beneficial to a county without burdening its existing taxpayers with additional cost for new infrastructure within a development that can be enjoyed by all. Also discussed were the differences between a PID and a similar but different economic development tool known as TIRZ (tax increment reinvestment zone) and the types of infrastructures involved such as roads (within a development area), hiking trails, parks, etc. No action taken

12. Presentation of Fannin County basic Requisition requirements – Purchasing Agent: This was passed on. DISCUSSION, CONSIDERATION AND ACTION ITEMS:

13. Approve or reject Fuel and Oil bids – Purchasing Agent: FC Purchasing Agent Julie Criswell presented the court with documentation showing the available bids. After some discussion regarding the quality of service from the current vendor and the practicality of staying with that vendor as opposed to the increased cost of switching companies, a motion to approve the bid from McCraw was made by Commissioner Fogelberg, seconded by Commissioner Self and passed.

14. Discussion and action regarding approval of a special exception application to reduce road frontage from 100’ to a 30’ access easement or 30’ road frontage, Property ID# 84518 on CR 2745 in Windom – Development Services Director: FC Judge Cunningham commented on road ownership as opposed to easement before opening the discussion on this request. Commissioner Kopf noted utility entities are not fond of 30’ road frontage and gave other reasons he is in favor of keeping the 100’ regulation. Judge Cunningham explained he would be abstaining from the vote before a motion to keep the frontage at 100’ was made by Commissioner Kopf, seconded by Commissioner Waggoner and the motion passed with Commissioner Fogelberg and Judge Cunningham abstaining from the vote.

15. Approve Preliminary Plat for Soto Oaks Phase Two on FM 1752 in Savoy; 11- 1+ acre lots on 15.418 acres, Property ID# 138669 – Development Services Director: After FC Development Services Director Di Hopkins commented on an agreement currently in place with Savoy that she had not previously been aware of, she noted efforts to obtain a map showing the location of this property in relation to that agreement. After some discussion which included comments from Attorney Garner, this was passed on.

16. Approve Order transferring a 2018 Model# 6110 Boom Mower, VIN# 1L06110JJH919208 from Precinct 3 to Precinct 2 and transferring $116,000.00 from Precinct 2 to Precinct 3 – County Judge: Judge Cunningham noted this action was basically a reallocation of county assets with Attorney Garner confirming the legality of the process of reallocating funds from one precinct’s account to another precinct’s account. Commissioner Fogelberg made the motion to reallocate the funds for the Boom Mower with Commissioner Self seconding the motion which passed.

17. Discussion and possible action regarding interlocal agreements for road maintenance – Commissioner Precinct 3: Judge Cunningham led a discussion on why it is not feasible to have different specifications in agreements between the county and its cities.

After an in-depth discussion it was noted Attorney Garner would be rewriting these agreements and this was passed on.

18. Approve going out for bids to buy or lease (a) a single-axel belly dump trailer, (b) a single-axel haul truck and/or (c) a 10-wheel dump truck – Commissioner Precinct 1: Commissioner Waggoner explained why this was requested and a motion was made by Commissioner Fogelberg to approve with Commissioner Waggoner seconding the motion which passed.

19. Discussion and possible action to cover mobile phones and service plans for all elected officials – Commissioner Precinct 1: After comments from Ms. Whipple, this was passed on.

20. Discussion and action regarding overweight trucks in Fannin County – County Judge: Judge Cunningham led a lengthy discussion about the damages inflicted on county roads and the dangers imposed on the public by overweight commercial trucks. After several comments about drivers of trucks ignoring speeding and other traffic laws (a sand truck passing a school bus on CR 1753 that had its stop sign employed), Judge Cunningham noted his desire to assemble a committee that would include elected officials and others to come up with an action plan to enforce compliance with the law for these trucks. Ravenna residents, Randy and Patricia Seamans who live near Hwy 78 and have only been in Fannin County for five months, spoke to describe seeing heavy trucks driving at least 75mph on 78 and detailed having suffered rock chip damage to their vehicles resulting in the need to replace both windshields within those five months as well as experiencing some truck drivers driving so fast behind them that they feared for their safety. After their eyewitness accounts, FC DA Skotnik spoke on possible legal solutions to various problems posed by these vehicles before noting he would be getting together with Sheriff Shook and other law enforcement to discuss solutions and noted he was volunteering to serve on the committee discussed by Judge Cunningham.

21. Approve cancelling the February 18, 2025 Commissioners Court as Commissioners will be at training; no quorum – County Judge: Judge Cunningham stated most of the commissioners would be attending training classes on this day. A motion to cancel the court on that date was made by Commissioner Kopf, seconded by Commissioner Fogelberg and passed.

OPEN DISCUSSION

ITEMS:

Open discussion items will be passed on unless discussion requested by a member of the Court or a Citizen.

22. Subdivision Committee and Subdivision Policy –County Judge: Commissioner Self noted a meeting was being held this Thursday.

23. Courthouse repairs and litigation – County Judge: Judge Cunningham stated litigation was ongoing before noting that at long last, the leakage in the basement would be coming to an end. He noted he would like an independent engineering firm to inspect all repairs once they are completed to prevent overlooking any

deficient parts like the one that caused the electrical fire that occurred December 31st.

24. Justice Center – County Judge: General discussion ensued regarding construction materials and the need to wear a helmet when visiting the work site.

25. County budget and revenue sources – County Judge: Judge Cunningham briefly touched on the interest-bearing account the money from the sale of the land was deposited in and efforts with the hot tax.

26. Water issues affecting Fannin County – County Judge: Commissioner Kopf noted an upcoming meeting with GTUA (Greater Texoma Utility Authority) for guidance in moving forward as it looks like the FC Water Supply Agency may be purchasing water from the NTMWD (North Texas Municipal Water District) in 2025. He noted they do have five years though to start

making plans.

27. Fannin County road issues – County Judge: Attorney Garner addressed questions posed from Commissioner Fogelberg regarding the use of slag rock on the county’s roads to control erosion. He noted some types of slag have been approved for use in Texas by the legislature but wasn’t certain about the type of slag Commissioner Fogelberg had brought and advised he would research the rock and get back to him.

28. Solar and wind farms –County Judge: No significant update.

29. Emergency Medical Services – County Judge: Passed on.

EXECUTIVE SESSION(S) AND ACTION IF NEEDED: 32. No Executive Session needed.

COMMENTS AND ADJOURN:

33. Comments by County Commissioners and County Judge: Commissioner Waggoner expressed appreciation for everyone’s attendance before commenting on the weath-

er and wishing everyone a good day.

Commissioner Self thanked everyone for their attendance and wished everyone a great week.

Commissioner Fogelberg also thanked attendees before thanking everyone for the opportunity to do the work they do and asking for their understanding his crew is doing all they can.

Commissioner Kopf commented on impatient drivers and unsafe passing practices and asked everyone to slow down and obey the traffic laws before thanking everyone for their attendance and wishing all a good week. Judge Cunningham commented on “good neighbor” four-way stop practices before thanking everyone for their attendance, commenting on Monday’s nice sunset, exhorting everyone to be careful (“watch out for those big trucks”), and wishing God’s blessings on all.

34. Adjourn: The meeting adjourned at 11:28 a.m.

The FC Commissioners Court with Deputies Sullivan, McCrary and Sheriff Shook. Photo by Rose Schwartz

Main Street Bonham Now Streaming On EarthCam

By Tim Meek: Co-owner,

now streaming live! I would also like to thank Melissa Maxwell at The Bonham Visitors Center for her assistance and consulting with the Jefferson Highway Association. The view is on our website www.fannincountyleader. info and at the EarthCam website www.earthcam.com Just type in Bonham and the feed will appear. Currently the stream is 1080p however we will be streaming in 4K

soon.

There will be a short ad, like all media there is advertising however, EarthCam does compensate for advertising based on the number of hits. The Leader will collect that income and divide the money between local Fannin County charities as a donation.

There is a QR code at the top of this front page so you can scan it with your phone camera and go straight to the stream.

Based on my research, this is the first and only live stream in Bonham or Fannin County on EarthCam! This will put Bonham and Fannin County on the national media map due to the significance and history of the Jefferson Highway and Fannin County.

Jefferson Highway Historic Site: Looking north on the historic Jefferson Highway, Main Street. The Jefferson Highway was a highway stretching through the central United States from

New Orleans, Louisiana, to Winnipeg, Manitoba in Canada. Visible on the right side of the view is the Magnolia Oil Co. Gas Station. Construction on this station began in 1917 and was completed in 1918. It was built specifically to service motorists traveling the Jefferson Highway.

It has been partially restored and now is home of United Motor Garage.

The Jefferson Highway was replaced with the new numbered US Highway system in the late 1920s.

The area was originally called Post Office Row, because the Post Office was there for 30 years, moving around 1885. Then the area began to be called “Panther Row” around 1895.

Although the origin of the name “Panther Row” is not documented, some think the name came from a whiskey with the name “Panther” sold at the saloon.

In the late 1800s these blocks were

The HOPE Program Recycle!

The HOPE Program provides local GED classes at NO COST. FREE! How do we do it you ask? This is possible due to the donations and support from our community. Our Recycling Fundraiser is a Win Win for everyone. Benefiting the people of Fannin County. The HOPE Program Recycle Old computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, VCR's, DVD's, power tools, medical equipment, audio equipment, electronics, cameras, vacuums, small appliances, sporting goods. Items can be in any condition & do not have to working. Items may be donated any time of the year. Contact Corey Baker @ 903-583-7446

JOHN’S SEPTIC SERVICE

Sandra Lee Lowrey

John Edwin Trubey

John Edwin Trubey (JET), a man of faith, kindness, integrity, compassion, and unwavering dedication and love for his family and community, passed away on January 24, 2025.

He was born in Maryville, Missouri to parents Susanne (Stapp) Trubey and Donald Wayne Trubey and the family later moved to New Mexico then to Oklahoma which he considered home. John was known to most who knew him as JET. He led a full life filled with love, excitement, and adventure. He began skiing at the age of two and was by far the fastest on the mountain. Growing up in a musical home and worshipping in a church with acapella gospel inspired JET’s love of singing and he could play any instrument he picked up. However, drums were his passion. In was in the marching band in high school and in boot camp for the Navy. He played and performed in many bands, but his favorite was playing on the Worship Team at church.

JET found fulfillment in service to his country. He joined the Navy at age 18, received an MA in National Security and Strategy from the U.S. Naval War College, and worked as Senior Analyst for the Government Accounting Office (GAO) for 21 years.

His time in service and passion for musical performance were demonstrative of the joy JET experienced by bringing a smile to others’ faces. He was admired for his sense of humor and positivity that shown like a light in the darkness. He knew no strangers; JET was a friend to all. He was a loving bandmate, colleague, husband, and father. To know JET was a gift. His greatest joy was his family. His wife and best friend, Myrna, and his sons John Pearce and Daniel traveled, worshiped, created art, played music, camped, learned, decorated, gardened, worked on their home, and so much more…. together.

JET is a member of Legacy Bible Church in Denison, Texas and is survived by his loving family; his wife, Myrna Maree Trubey and sons John Pearce Trubey and Daniel Trubey; parents Susanne and John Blake; sister Dawn (Trubey) Agnew and brother-in-law Xavier Agnew; stepsister Savannah (Blake) Cooper and brother-in-law Shawn Cooper; step-brother Boston Blake; nieces and nephews Ari Ray Agnew, Evelyn Agnew, Stone Cooper, and Leaf Cooper; father-inlaw Roger Allen; mother-in-law Young Kim; brother-in-law Noah Allen. Visitation was held at Legacy Bible Church from 9 a.m. until 10 a.m. Friday, January 31, 2025. Funeral Service started at 10 a.m. at Legacy Bible Church. The burial was held at Mount Olivet in Paul’s Valley, Oklahoma at 3 p.m. Friday, January 31, 2025.

1943, in Gunnison, Colorado, to Marshall and Janie (Spann) Seraphine.

After receiving her Masters, Mrs. Lowrey became an educator, eventually retiring from Trenton ISD. Throughout her life, she enjoyed a variety of hobbies, including watching movies, playing bridge, and the art of quilting. Sandra is survived by her son Clay Lowrey and wife Peggy of Windom, TX, daughter-in-law Shelby Lowrey, grandchildren; Jett Lowrey, Quaid Lowrey, Haydan and Parker Lowrey, Hunter Jones, Kaitlyn Jasterzenski, and Faith Jones, three great grandchildren, Ronnie, Jeremy, and Lincoln Jasterzenski, and sister-in-law Vicki Seraphine. cousin Janie Ann Braswell Sandra was preceded in death by her parents Marshall and Janie Seraphine,

as well as her brothers, Kurt Seraphine and

Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home in Bonham, TX and

visit www.coopersorrells.com

Rena Joy Hale

Bonham – Rena Joy Hale age 81 of Bonham passed away peacefully on Jan. 23rd at Presbyterian Hospital in Kaufman, Tx. after a brief stay. She was born on Sept. 16th, 1943, to Feldon Woodrow Dover and Merle Adeline (Crosby) Dover in Lubbock, Tx.

Joy married the only love of her life Sidney Baxter Hale Jr. on Aug. 2nd, 1962. They were married for 33 years. From this unity brought the 2 most precious loves of her life, her 2 sons, Steven Baxter Hale and Feldon Clint Hale. She devoted every breath of her life to them. Steven and Clint remained by her side as devoted to her as she was to them. Joy had a very strong love for family. Her nieces and nephews recall all the special times spent in her home.

She was very active in the Boy Scouts with her 2 sons when they were young. She also helped her former husband Sidney as the Jones Field Airport Manager for The City of Bonham and the opening of the family business H&M Aircraft Service. She loved to fly with her former Husband Sidney and Son Steven. She loved attending Texas Rangers Baseball games and traveling with her son Clint. She enjoyed gardening, flower beds, and working in the yard. Although her marriage ended to Sidney, she never stopped loving him.

Joy passed after numerous battles with her health. The family would like to thank Kaufman Nursing and Rehab for the wonderful care and love for Joy over the past year. We would also like the thank Hospice plus for their care and support. A really big Thank You to Heather Belitere at Kaufman Nursing and Rehab for the love given to our Mom.

Funeral services for Rena Joy Hale were held at 2 pm Saturday February 1, 2025, at the CooperSorrells Funeral Home Chapel in Bonham. Bro. Mark Posey presided. Interment followed at Willow Wild Cemetery.

Joy is survived by her sons, Steven Baxter Hale of Bonham, Tx, Feldon Clint Hale of Bonham, Tx, sister Dorothy Marie Spurgers of Leander, Tx, brother Michael Anthony Dover and wife Aleta Parks Dover of Plano, Tx. as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and other extended family and friends.

Joy was preceded in death by her former Husband Sidney Baxter Hale Jr, Parents Feldon and Merle Dover, sisters Marilyn Kay Covington and Donna Jeanne Martinez.

Pallbearers were Billy Covington, Jerry Hale, Nathan Hale, Cramer Castle, Mike Porter, Darrell Sanders, and Ed Tillman.

To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www.coopersorrells.com

Nell (Blanton) Daniels

Bonham – Nell (Blanton) Daniels was born October 1, 1941 in Ector, TX, to Robert and Ruby (Lackey) Blanton. Mrs. Daniels passed away on January 24, 2025 in Denison, TX.

Visitation was held on Monday January 27, 2025 at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home in Bonham, TX, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Graveside services for Nell were held at Elwood Cemetery in Bonham, TX on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, beginning at 2:00 PM. Bro. Mickey Lyles presided. Serving as pallbearers were Jeff Daniels, Shorty Daniels, Myles Calloway, Kainen Calloway, Jason Webb, and Travis Naylor. Honorary pallbearer was Joshua Gage. Nell married John Wesley Daniels on September 16, 1960, in Telephone, TX. The couple spent 40 wonderful years together before Mr. Daniels passed away in 2001. Nell was a woman of devout Baptist faith who loved to indulge in computer games in her free time.

Mrs. Daniels is survived by her son

Wesley Daniels and wife Darla of Telephone, TX, daughter Donna Calloway and Jason Webb of Quinlan, sister Robbie Harris of Sherman, TX, brother Jimmie Blanton of Sherman, TX, grandkids; Jeff Daniels, Shorty Daniels, Misty Daniels, Myles Calloway and Ashley Calloway, great-grandkids; Jacob Scott Daniels, John Colten Daniels, Kainen Calloway, Jacey Daniels, Payton Daniels, Riley Daniels, Kagney Daniels, Layla Foreman, River and Raegan Slaton, Abby and Milo Calloway, Brayden Daniels, Brynlee Daniels, Aryane Daniels, Jacqueline Daniels, Krystian Hughes, Dustin Hughes, and Shelbi Foreman, along with 16 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, beloved husband John, son Bruce Daniel, brothers, Pete, R.J., and Billy Joe Blanton.

To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www.coopersorrells.com

Mary Lee Clement

Bonham – Graveside services for Mary Lee Clement, 80, of Bonham, were held at 10:00 AM Sunday, January 26, 2025 in Willow Wild Cemetery under the direction of Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home, Bonham, Texas. Connie Murray officiated. Deloris Clemons provided the reading of the obituary.

Mary Lee was born November 2, 1944 in Bonham, Texas, the daughter of LeRoy and Mary (Pinkston) Helton. She married Billy Gean Clement on November 9, 1962 in Bonham, Texas.

After a marriage of 55 years, he preceded her in death on June 19, 2017. The couple loved to travel and try new restaurants. Mary Lee was involved with the family business, Clement & Sons, for many years. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister.

Spending time with family was a very special to her. Mary Lee enjoyed music, movies and reading. She loved Elvis Presley, and her favorite actor was Robert Pattenson. Some would say she had a slight obsession with both. After her husband’s death, Mary Lee enjoyed attending dances with her best friend Sue Rattan and traveling with her other best friend Donna Carlisle. Mary Lee was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Billy, sisters, Linda Long and Letha Devault and brother, Roy Helton.

Mary Lee leaves to cherish her memories, her daughter, Terri Blackerby and husband, Rodneyof Randolph, two sons, Kevin Clement and wife, Sheila, of Bokchito, Oklahoma, and Shane Clement of Bonham, granddaughter, Maegan Bush and husband, Weston of Ector, grandson, Mitchell Clement and wife, Brittany of Bonham, great grandchildren, Clancy, Cortni, Brynli, Kayli and Jaggar, sister, Alice Gibson and husband Randy of Colbert, Oklahoma, and numerousnieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to The Wesley House and Hospice Plus. Even though her time spent with them was short, she received the absolute best care from both. An even more special thank you to Ashley Keenon, RN. We extend our deepest gratitude to you all for the exceptional care you have given our family throughout the years.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Owen Foundation – enriching the lives of children with Autism. www.theowenfoundation.org.

To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www.coopersorrells.com

June Gopffarth

Bonham- June Gopffarth, 89 of Bonham, Texas passed away in the early morning of January 24, 2025 at the local Clyde W. Cosper Texas State Veterans Home. Family would like to thank the Clyde W. Cosper and Hospice Plus staffs for June’s loving care at the facility.

Visitation was held on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home in Bonham, Texas from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Services were held on Thursday, January 30, 2025 at Northside Church of Christ, Bonham at 2:00 PM. Interment followed at the Willow Wild Cemetery. Tom Russell, Northside Church minister presided. Serving as pallbearers were Clifford Shaw, Rod Ralls, Hanan Gopffarth, Kameron Freeman, Daniel Galvez, and Craig Dennis. June was born on January 30, 1935 in Bonham, Texas to Paul and Vereda (Watkins) Dennis. She learned the value of hard work at an early age by assisting her father at the family auto service station on North Center Street in Bonham. The Texaco station remained open until her father’s passing. June married her beloved husband, Richard Keene Gopffarth on September 5, 1953 in Bonham, Texas. Shortly after marriage they embarked on a Navy tour of duty which took them to Chincoteague Island Naval Air Station in Virginia, and then on to Memphis, Tennessee. After Richard’s two-year commitment to the Navy and birth of son Greg in 1955, they left Memphis and returned to Bonham. June resided there the rest of her life. June was a stay at home Mom additionally she helped a few working moms by caring for their children in her home. Once the children were in middle school, June started her career as a dental assistant for Dr. Leon Poliakoff. Upon retirement June with Richard enjoyed going to the family farm in Edhube. Many family and friends enjoyed visiting the farm for outdoor activities such as fishing and “outdoor dining”.

June was a lifetime member of the Northside Church of Christ. June’s two-car garage was converted to a game room by Richard and Greg for youth recreation and fellowship. June was a gifted acapella singer at church weddings/funerals. After Richard became a church deacon, June aided him with mission work including the bus ministry.

June is survived by her son Greg and wife Rebecca of Sherman, TX; daughter Stephanie Mullins and husband Monny of Durant, OK; grandchildren Katie Galvez, Erin Capps, Hanan Gopffarth; and great grandchildren Hannah Gopffarth, Jayde Freeman, and Kameron Freeman. Richard preceded her in death on October 7, 2017 after 64 years of blissful marriage. Additionally, she is preceded in death by her infant daughter Saundra Gopffarth, brothers Paul and John Ed Dennis, and grandson Bynum Mullins.

Donations in June’s name can be made to the Missions Fund at the Northside Church of Christ. To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www.coopersorrells.com

Joe Lee Cloer

Joe Lee Cloer was born on July 7,1950, to Joe Cloer and Loretta (Sharp) Cloer, of Savoy Texas. He was 74 years old and had a long battle with cancer. He went to school all 12 years at Savoy Schools, graduating in 1968. He attended Grayson County College for general studies. He worked at Texas Power and Light as a tree trimmer and later promoted to Lineman. After retiring from there, he went to work for Texas State Park, from which he retired. He married Judy Lyn Brown in 1976 and she preceded him in death, in October of 2024, from cancer. He is preceded in death by his parents

and Grandparents, Judson and Irene Cloer and Toad and Aline Sharp.

Joe is survived by brother Billy Dale (Pam) Cloer and sister Helen (Troy) Price. Nephews

Chris Howery, Travis (Dori) Howery, John (Sarah) Price and Brannon (Leslie) Cloer and niece Brianne Cloer. Numerous great nephews, nieces and great great nephews and nieces.

Thank you to Hospice Plus for the great care they provided during his final days.

Please join the family and friends of Joe Lee and Judy Lyn Cloer as we honor and celebrate the lives of our brother and sister-in-law. We will gather for a come and go Memorial on Saturday, February 8th, 2025, 2-4PM. Savoy Church of Christ Fellowship Hall, Savoy, TX.

Dorothy Ray Sadler

Bonham - Dorothy Ray Sadler, 89, of Dodd City, Texas passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 in Bonham, Texas. Graveside services were held at 11 A.M. on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Dodd City Cemetery. Grandson Jaylen Wallace officiated. Come and go viewing was held from 10 A.M. to 5 P.M. on Friday and 8 A.M. to 10 A.M on Saturday at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home in Bonham, Texas.

Dorothy was born September 2, 1935 in Bonham, Texas to parents Clarence Hill and Blanche Longmire Hill. She married Willie Jack “Jay” Sadler on September 23, 1957 in Bonham, Texas. After a marriage lasting 54 years, Jay preceded her in death on December 8, 2011. Dorothy was a longtime member of Dodd City Baptist Church. She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend. Her family was always the center of her world.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents Clarence and Blanche Hill, husband Willie Jack Sadler, son-in-law Jeff Wallace, and great granddaughter Jency Wallace.

Dorothy is survived by her children, Ronald Jack Sadler and wife Christie of Dodd City; Regina Wallace of Gober; Roger Sadler and wife Jill of Ivanhoe; Robyn Dockery and husband Shane of Dodd City; grandchildren Cassie Sadler (Jon), Carly Wishard (Josh), Amber Wilson (Jake), Garrett Sadler (Dana), Jaylen Wallace (Kate), Jenna Wallace (Dylon), Zane Dockery, Clayton Dockery (JC); great grandchildren Wiley Sadler, Lavanna Sadler, Lynleigh Wilson, Judd Wallace, Reese Wallace, Korbin Kinkade, Kingston Kinkade, Blaze Kinkade, Wyatt Wishard, and Waylon Wishard; sisters Frances Jones, Joyce Denney, Carolyn Criger, and Donna Holman (Hilton), In addition, numerous nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. Serving as pallbearers were Garrett Sadler, Jaylen Wallace, Jake Wilson, Jon Kinkade, Josh Wishard, Zane Dockery, Clayton Dockery, and Dylon Garcia. Honorary pallbearers were Blaze Kinkade, Korbin Kinkade, Kingston Kinkade, Wyatt Wishard, Waylon Wishard, Wylie Sadler, Judd Wallace, Curtis Adkinson, and Jarred Shelton.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to the Dodd City Cemetery Association, P. O. Box 45, Dodd City, TX 75438.

The family would like to say a special “Thank You” to the staff at Wesley House for the loving care of our mother. Online condolences can be made at www.coopersorrells.com

God’s Garden

God looked around His garden And found an empty place. He then looked down upon the earth And saw your tired face. He put His arms around you And lifted you to rest.

God’s garden must be beautiful, He always takes the best.

He saw the road was getting rough And the hills were hard to climb, So He closed your weary eyelids And whispered “Peace by thine.” It broke our hearts to lose you But you didn’t go alone,

For part of us went with you The day God called you home.

–Anonymous

Fannin County Special Education SSA

Announces Child Find Efforts

Fannin County Special Education SSA and its member districts offer comprehensive special education services to eligible students ages three through 21 years and to children from birth through age 21 years who have a hearing or visual impairment. Children from birth to age three with other disabilities will be referred to appropriate agencies for services. All referrals are considered confidential, and services are provided at no cost. The parent, legal guardian, or surrogate parent retains the right to refuse services and are provided other procedural safeguards under federal and state law.

Public school services include screening in areas of suspected disabilities, such as vision, hearing, motor skills, speech, language, and general development. Evaluations in the schools are provided for several areas of suspected disabilities, including learning disabilities, speech and language development, physical impairments, vision or hearing problems, intellectual disability, emotional disturbances, autism/pervasive developmental disorders, health impairments, or traumatic brain injuries.

A free, appropriate, public education with a full continuum of services is available. For more information concerning eligibility criteria and referral procedures, contact the principal or counselor of your local school or call Fannin County Special Education SSA at 903-583-5528.

Fannin County Special Education SSA serves students who reside in or attend a private school within the school district boundaries of Blue Ridge ISD, Bonham ISD, Dodd City ISD, Ector ISD, Fannindel ISD, Honey Grove ISD, Leonard ISD, Sam Rayburn ISD, Savoy ISD and Trenton ISD.

EMPLOYMENT

CNC Lathe/ Mill Machinist

POSITION OPENINGS

B.F. Gammon Tool & Die is accepting applications for immediate openings for CNC Lathe/Mill Machinist and also someone with Gear Cutting experience. 40 hours per week plus overtime. Full benefits including paid healthcare, retirement benefits and holiday, vacation and sick pay. Climate controlled shop. 7:30am-4:00pm, 5 days per week. Send resume via email to brett@ bfgammon.com or call 903-583-3597

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.

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

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.

HAY FOR SALE

Sudan $10 Wheat straw $6 903-227-2920

NP FARMS ENTERPRISES, LLC Hay for sale. Nathan Prater: 903-449-2904

STILL RIVER RANCH QUALITY HAY, POLLED HEREFORDS Pick Up Hay at 6933 FM 68, South of Gober. 214-491-7017

HELP WANTED

METAL BUILDING

THE CLEANING LADY Let me clean so you won’t have to. Very reasonable rates, great references! Years of experience. HAVE BROOM WILL TRAVEL! Call Mairi 903-815-1877

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

FREE CLOTHES & HOUSEWARES: Clothes ClosetValley Creek Baptist Church, 3615 FM 896, Leonard. Wednesdays 8-10am.

PETS FOR SALE

Miniature Schnauzers AKC & CKC. Registered. Litter box trained. Shots & Dewormed. Will take deposits. Roxton, TX Patricia Countryman: 903-227-4712 Call or Text

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Fishin’ Report TAKE

A KID FISHING or Hunting!

Week of January 29, 2025

Bois d’Arc SLOW. water stained; 43 degrees; 4.01 feet below pool. Bass are slow but Texas rigs can catch a few in 5-7 feet of water on timber. Pond dams are good with spinner baits and square bills 5-7 feet closest to the deep water side. Suspending jerk baits are fair on points in 4-8 feet. Offshore brush piles in 22-30 feet have both bass and crappie. Smaller jigs for bass like Mini Viper Jigs are good. Expect the crappie to become stationary to reserve energy. If the water temperature drops into the 30s a shad kill is possible. If this happens crappie will feed on the shad and follow the fish deep to feed. Crappie are good in 20-60 feet of water on timber in the creek channels. 1-5 fish in a tree but occasionally there will be 20-50 fish. The best approach is a light line with an ⅛ ounce jig. The primary species being caught is black crappie. Lavon GOOD. Water lightly stained; 45 degrees; 1.74 feet below pool. Crappie are in 20-30 feet of water on brush piles and deep submerged timber. There are a few fish sitting 15-18 feet on the structure. Crappie are hugging the bottom so you have to let a ⅛ ounce hand tied jig touch the bottom and then slowly lift to entice a bite. Minnows or soft plastics of any color will produce fish. Ray Roberts SLOW. Water slightly stained; 50 degrees; 1.04 feet below pool. White bass can be caught on live bait and slabs on humps near creek channels in 35-55 feet. Blue catfish can be caught drifting or anchored with cut bait in 20-55 feet near the creek channels and around schools of white bass. Report by Justin Wilson, Wilson Outdoor Connection. Tawakoni FAIR. Water lightly stained; 44 degrees; 2.04 feet below pool. Lake Tawakoni continues to fish well despite dropping temperatures on the main lake. The hybrid striper and white bass bite is decent. Fishing is very technical at this point targeting schools of fish in open water. Presenting crappie jigs or small flukes and swimbaits is key suspended over deep water. Texoma FAIR. Water stained; 48 degrees; 1.71 feet below pool. Striper fishing is good, targeting fish on humps and structure in 10-30 feet of water off the river ledges. Also, look for fish in deep water on flukes near bait balls in 55-75 feet of water. Crappie fishing is slower with the colder temps. Look for fish in deeper water, but moving up shallower on the warmer days. Slow down your presentation and retrieve with small paddle tails and split-tail jigs. Bass fishing is slower with the falling water temps. Look for warmer days and fish moving up shallower to feed in the backs of coves and near main lake points. Slow down your presentation and look for fish near brush and structure. Catfishing remains slower, as the fish have all the bait they could eat in deeper water. Target bigger fish by drifting shallow water near creeks and coves in 12-25 feet of water on whole shad. Use electronics to locate individual fish roaming flats.

Working foreman needed. Call 903-436-0555

HELP WANTED Need Part-Time Mechanic’s Helper and Part-Time Landscape Helper. Call 903-814-8620

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. PROFESSIONAL PAINT & DRYWALL REPAIRS: Cracks, holes, patches, water damage, sheetrock repair, ceilings, walls, matched texturing. Interior/Exterior Painting. 45+ years experience. Call Johnny @ 903-209-6958 App House Leveling & Foundation repair Pier and Beam/ Slab Foundation/ Small & Large Remodels. 903-227-2860. STUMP GRINDIN’ Tree Trimming. Landscaping Commercial & Residential Call William 903-718-1720.

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.”

TREES and MÁS Large Acreage Mowing with Tractor, Landscaping, Fences, Firewood, Stump Grinding, and Concrete. Insured, Call for free estimate. 903-227-6940, 903-227-8369 or 903-486-2868.

EXCELLENT PAINTING AND REMODELING 430-262-1401 FREE ESTIMATES EXCELLENT WORK! GIVE ME A CALL!

REAL ESTATE

FOR RENT

2 BR, 1 bath duplex, Honey Grove. $1,000/mo. 1 year lease. First & last month rent due @ move-in. 903-227-0451 or 903-227-1345

CLASSIFIEDS

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REAL ESTATE

OFFICES FOR RENT:

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.

RENTAL

4 Bdrm, 2 bath Home. New baths, CH/A, Fenced Yard. $1600/mo. 903-227-0920

BillBuysHouses.com

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

WANTTO BUY

WANTED: $700 OR $800 WORK CAR CALL: 430-422-6362

National Human Trafficking Hotline

888-373-7888

24 hours a day

DadJokes:Whatdoesababycomputercallhisfather?Data.Afteranunsuccessful harvest, why did the farmer decide to try a career in music? Because he had a ton of sick beets. I only seem to get sick on weekdays. I must have a weekend immune system.

LEONARD ISD LEGAL NOTICE

Leonard ISD is now accepting bids to remove, replace & spray insulation at the weight room, #5 Tiger Alley, Leonard, Texas. For scope of work, contact Bobby Hanson at 903587-4015. Leonard ISD reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Bids due February 6, 2025 by 3:00pm.

Leonard ISD is now accepting bids for roof removal & replacement at Leonard High School, 1002 N Poplar, Leonard, Texas. This is the building that has the main entrance to the library. For scope of work, contact Bobby Hanson at 903-587-4015. Leonard ISD reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Bids due February 6, 2025 by 3:00pm.

Leonard ISD is now accepting bids for removal & replacement of all TPO roof sections at Leonard Intermediate School, 401 E Hackberry, Leonard, Texas. Alternate #1 - Remove & replace gravel built up roof. For scope of work, contact Bobby Hanson at 903-587-4015. Leonard ISD reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Bids due February 6, 2025 by 3:00pm.

Leonard ISD is now accepting bids for Track resurfacing and striping at 208 US-69 Leonard Tx. For scope of work, contact Bobby Hanson at 903-587-4015. Leonard ISD reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Bids due February 6, 2025 by 3:00pm.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of J B Bridges, Deceased, were issued on January 27, 2025, in Cause No. PR-2024-13380, pending in the County Court-at-Law of Fannin County, Texas, to: Diane L. Bridges. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law.

1/28/25

c/o: Michael S. Evans 308 North Center Street Bonham, Texas 75418

DATED the 28th day of January, 2025.

Michael S. Evans

Attorney for Diane L. Bridges

State Bar No.: 24057841

308 N. Center Street Bonham, Texas 75418

Telephone: (903) 640-4300

Facsimile: (903) 640-4344

Email: fannin.lawyer@gmail.com 2/4/25

The City of Bonham plans to apply for the upcoming 2025 Downtown Revitalization / Main Street Program from the Texas Community Development Block Grant (TxCDBG) Program of the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA). These services are being solicited to assist the City in its application and administration of the TxCDBG Grant Agreement, if awarded, to support the Downtown Revitalization/Main Street improvements in the City of Bonham. Accordingly, the City is seeking to contract with a qualified Professional Administrator or Service Provider (individual/firm) to prepare the application and/or administer the awarded contract.

Please submit your proposal of services and a statement of qualifications for the proposed services to Heather Stockton at hstockton@cityofbonham.org

Proposals shall be received by the City on 2/19/2025 at 5pm. The City reserves the right to negotiate with any and all individuals or firms that submit proposals, as per the Texas Professional Services Procurement Act and the Uniform Grant and Contract Management Standards. Section 3 Residents and Business Concerns, Minority Business Enterprises, Small Business Enterprises and Women Business Enterprises are encouraged to submit proposals.

The City of Bonham is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

2/4/25

Fannin County Waiting List Closure

Texoma Council of Governments is issuing notice that the Fannin County Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list will close March 6, 2025 (midnight). No further applications will be accepted past this date and time. You are encouraged to call 903-893-2161 Ext. 3536 to check the status of future openings for the housing program. Hearing impaired may call 7-1-1, 800-RELAYTX or 800-735-2989.

Annual Meeting of Bartley Woods Water Supply Corp.

2/4/25

Thursday Feb. 20, 2025 @ 6:30 p.m. McCraw Oil Company Conference Room. 2207 N. Center St. Bonham, TX. Enter through Northeast employee entrance.

2/4/25

1/28/25

CITY OF TRENTON

Fannin County, Texas

CONSTRUCTION OF A 12” WATERLINE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

Sealed Bids for the construction of a 12” Waterline Improvement Project will be received by City of Trenton at the office of the Engineer, Dunaway, 118 McKinney St., Farmersville, TX 75442, until 10:00AM local time on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at which time the Bids received will be publicly opened and read. The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: Dunaway, 118 McKinney St, Farmersville, TX 75442, 972-784-7777, Eddy Daniel, P.E., EDaniel@dunaway. com

Bidding Documents may be examined at www.civcastusa.com and the office of the Engineer, Dunaway, 118 McKinney St, Farmersville, TX 75442, on Mondays through Thursdays between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Bidding Documents may be obtained from the Issuing Office during the hours indicated above. Bidding Documents are available on compact disc (as portable document format (PDF) files) for a non-refundable charge of $25.00, excluding overnight or express service. Alternatively, printed Bidding Documents may be obtained from the Issuing Office either via in-person pick-up or via mail, upon Issuing Office’s receipt of payment for the Bidding Documents. The non-refundable cost of printed Bidding Documents is $75.00 per set, payable to Dunaway, excluding overnight or express service. Partial sets of Bidding Documents will not be available from the Issuing Office. Neither Owner nor Engineer will be responsible for full or partial sets of Bidding Documents, including Addenda if any, obtained from sources other than the Issuing Office. A pre-bid conference will not be held.

Bid security shall be furnished in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders.

Owner: City of Trenton

Date: January 28, 2025

Scammers Pick Up The Pace During Tax Season

By Talaiya Munson

Published: Jan. 28, 2025 at 10:51 PM CST

TEXAS (KXII) - Common tax scams include tax identity theft, email phishing, IRS impersonation, and ‘ghost’ companies.

“The IRS will never call you, will never send you an e-mail, and they will never send you a text. If you get anything related to taxes and claim it’s the IRS on any of those mediums, you know, it’s fraud automatically,” said Chris Wilbratte with Echelon Financial. He said hundreds of thousands of people fall victim to tax scams.

Sometimes scammers set up a “ghost” tax preparation service in order to get your personal information. “Their objective is to number one, steal your identity when you come in for tax preparation, and number two,, they’ll inflate your refund and they’ll maximize it, then they will steal your refund from you,” said Wilbratte. Or scammers will text or email you a link to a fake website. They’ll make it look real, it may even have the IRS logo, but it’s just another way to steal your identity.

The IRS will only contact you by mail. But Wilbratte said mailing scams exist too. “One of the best ways you can protect yourself is through setting up a pin with the IRS. That way, whoever files your return will need that pin. If somebody tries to submit a fraudulent return for you and doesn’t have the pin, the IRS will automatically reject it.”

Home Country: Slim Randles

We all know that someone will find Jenkins’s cabin. Someday. Oh, it’s up there in those hills somewhere. We all know that.

It’s become a friendly object of conjecture and speculation. No one living has seen it, as far as we know. Jenkins himself died quietly when he was on one of his infrequent trips to town for supplies. Funny guy, that Jenkins. He worked in the city for years, mostly as a night watchman in a factory that made diapers. Didn’t really enjoy people much, and told us many times how nice it was to just be in the huge factory when it was quiet. Then one day he decided to move to the mountains and make pretty things out of leather. Once in a while he’d have his coffee at the counter at the Mule Barn, but often as not, he’d camp out on the edge of town for the two or three days it took him to sell his crafts and buy supplies. He’d smile and wave from his campsite, then he’d be gone one morning. We wouldn’t see him again for months.

Now and then someone would ask him where his cabin was, and he’d just point toward the mountains and say, “Up there.” How far up there? “A ways.” What was his cabin like? “Not too big.”

And so we came to regard the little cabin as an intriguing mystery, an object of local legend. After he died, several of the fellows tried to backtrack him to find the place, but Jenkins evidently didn’t take the same trail each time, as though he wanted his quiet times protected from even a friendly visit from one of us. During his lifetime, we respected his wishes. In this country, a man has a perfect right to be a little strange. And, truth be known, we hold a certain admiration for those of us who hear different instructions. But there is something in the human spirit, also, that begs to have its mysteries solved. So now, several times each year, one or two of us will use the mystery of the lost cabin as an excuse to poke our noses into the nuances and seclusions of these hills. We play off our curiosity against our wishes to respect a man’s privacy, even when he’s gone.

We have yet to discover Jenkins’s lost cabin. Maybe we never will. Maybe that wouldn’t be such a bad thing, either. - - - - - Brought to you by Whimsy Castle, a love story about a boy and a roof. It’s on Amazon and most of the others.

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