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fered by the Fannin County Children’s Center for the benefit of abused and neglected children. CASA is seeking adult volunteers who can complete training and pass background checks to be appointed by the 336th District Court to serve as Guardian ad Litem for children

of several programs of-

in foster care.

In that role, CASA volunteers regularly visit their assigned child or sibling group and gather information from parents, other family, teachers, medical personnel, therapists and others in order to make recommendations to the court on what will be in the child’s best interest. They prepare court reports and testify at court hearings too. Many CASA advocates successfully manage to volunteer while also working full time and spending time with their families.

The Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) is another program of the Children’s Center. Compassionate CAC volunteers are needed to supervise children, youth and families who are at the center for interviews or counseling.

Other volunteers are needed for tasks not directly working with children, such as organizing clothes and other items in the Rainbow Room, helping with light repairs and maintenance of the building and preparing food for various meetings and trainings.

There will be an informational session on Tuesday, February 7 from 5:30 – 6:30 pm at the center. Information about all the volunteer opportunities available at the center will be reviewed, as well as information about the application process and training requirements. Attendance at the information session is not a requirement to become a volunteer, however, it is a helpful step to learning more about what it takes to be a volunteer and give an opportunity to ask questions. Attending the info session will not obligate anyone to become a volunteer.

The next training sessions for CASA volunteers will start March 7. Participants will gain knowledge and learn skills needed to become an advocate for abused children in foster care.

Applications are now being accepted for all types of volunteers at the Children’s Center. The deadline to apply to be in the next CASA training class is Feb 28. For more information about the Children’s Center and the volunteer opportunities, visit www.fanninccc.org and/or call (903) 583-4339.

Volunteer Work Day at Shilo Cemetery

Located 3.5 miles SE of Bonham

Saturday February 11, 2023

8:30 am - 4 pm

Come see the progress made over the past three years at this formerly abandoned 2-acre site, final resting place of many early families of Fannin County. If the ground is muddy, our backup day will be February 18th. Please contact M. Jones at 1texjones@gmail.com for more details and directions.

Commercial truck driving training returns to Grayson College

Denison, Texas - Beginning in February, the Grayson College Center for Workplace Learning (CWL) will again offer noncredit, commercial truck driving training classes. In addition to the courses that prepare individuals to drive tractor-trailer rigs, Grayson College is also offering Hazmat, Permit Review and Refresher courses for professional truck drivers.

Classes will be offered monthly, and scholarships valued up to $2,350 are available for Texas residents to attend and certify in Permit Exam Preparation and Professional Truck Driving courses.

“Tractor-trailer truck drivers are a high-demand occupation in Texoma with over 800 job postings for trained drivers in Texoma in the last year,” said Dr. Djuna Forrester, CWL Executive Director. “Thanks to the scholarship funding from Texas’s Coordinating Board for Higher Education’s TRUE grant and community support, we are thrilled to return truck driver training to Grayson College.”

“At Grayson College we are committed to offering programs that meet employers’ needs and provide opportunities for our students to launch their careers locally,” explained Dr. Jeremy McMillen, President. “Tractor-trailer drivers are vital to sustaining and growing the economy of the Texoma region and the state. Grayson College is proud to bring back its Commercial Truck Driving program and provide a pathway to success for even more students.”

The Truck Driving Certification program prepares graduates to drive tractortrailer rigs, take the Commercial Driver’s Licensing Exam and gain employment as a commercial truck driver. Tractor-trailer drivers typically earn wages between $14 and $30 per hour in Texoma. The fourweek program meets from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Classes start monthly. Generous $2,350 scholarships are currently available. Scholarship recipients will be responsible for $2,450.

Individuals interested in the Truck Driving Certification program can find more information at grayson. edu/cwl or by contacting Grayson College’s Center for Workplace Learning at 903-463-8765.

Texas Beta Psi Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma Recruitment Grant

The Scholarship Committee of the Beta Psi Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma is now accepting applications for the organization’s annual Recruitment Grant. The scholarship will be awarded to a woman who declares her major as education and is enrolled as a junior or beyond in college. An applicant must be a graduate of a Fannin County high

school or be a Fannin County resident. The applicant must submit a letter and a transcript. The letter must include a thorough overview of her background, current educational status and plan for the future. The deadline for applications will be March 15 and should be mailed to Linda Brewer at 292 CR 2610, Bonham, TX 75418.

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Fannin County Commissioners Contact Information

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

Email Address: elane@fanninco.net

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

Email Address: aself@fanninco.net

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

Email Address: precinct3@fanninco.net

Precinct 4 Commissioner Doug Kopf Pct. Barn Location: 1369 East Highway 56 Bonham, Texas 75418 Phone: 903-583-2039

Email Address: dkopf@fanninco.net

French Fries didn’t come from France, they were cooked in Greece first!

By Gregg Flowers

to rooms you don’t want him in. - Some dog owners remove area rugs until their puppy is potty trained, because your rug sort of feels like grass, and some puppies may automatically want to ‘go’ there. And while yes, we’re trying to set our puppy up for success by keeping an eye on him and not giving him an opportunity to go to the bathroom indoors, sometimes we have other stuff to do. It’s absolutely ok crate your puppy at these times. Periodically being relegat-

ed to ‘alone time’ in his little “den” is perfectly natural for a puppy. Don’t feel sorry for him, as this is exactly what his mom would do. Of course he’s not going to be in his crate for hours and hours. And if that’s your plan for a puppy, you probably shouldn’t have a puppy. But if he hast to be in there for an hour or so, he’ll be fine. And you have the advantage of his natural aversion to soiling his den.

To teach your puppy to

tell you when he wants to go out, try sitting him by the door before you go out to potty each time. It’ll look like this: Get him to follow you to the door, put him in a sitting position, then quickly open the door and go out. Each time before you go out, sit him by the door, then quickly open it and go out. He will figure out the pattern that before he goes out, he sits by the door. Ultimately, you’ll be busy with something, and you’ll

look over and there he’ll be... sitting by the door!

Of course when that happens, you reward him with “Good boy! Let’s go out!”

Some people want to use bells hanging on the door for this. That’s not a bad idea, but bells may scratch your door over time, and you can’t take bells with you when you go to someone else’s house or you’re in a hotel room. Finally, the best thing about potty training? It’s temporary.

To support activities at the City of Bonham Senior Citizens Center. Become a member of the Friends of Bonham Senior Citizens Center and use your talents to support programs at the Senior Center. For information text Rich at 214738-9975.

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Bonham – The Early Years

By Malinda Allison, Fannin County

Museum of History

Courtesy Photos

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

While the settlement of Fannin County began in various

locations on Red River, settlement around the area that was to become Bonham began with the arrival in 1836 of Bailey Inglish (and other pioneers), who settled about a mile east of the current Courthouse Square.

Bailey Inglish in 1837 built Ft. Inglish, a blockhouse and stockade, on 1,250 acres of land located on Bois d’Arc Creek near

timber and water supplies.

The Fannin County seat was first established at Warren on Red River, but when the Texas Legislature in 1842 passed a law requiring every county seat to be as near to the geographic center of the county as possible Bois d’Arc became County seat on January 26, 1843.

Bois d’Arc was renamed Bon-

ham on February 26, 1844, in honor of James Butler Bonham who died at the Alamo.

On February 2, 1848, Bonham was incorporated as a city. The creation of the county seat provided the impetus for Bonham to grow, however slowly. At the midpoint of the 19th century the nucleus was well established and Bonham took on more distinct characteristics of a town.

The newspaper at Clarksville (The Standard), contained in 1853-54 advertisements for businesses in Bonham, which provide a lot of information on the

life at that time.

A pioneer wrote: “In those days all goods and groceries were hauled in wagons from Jefferson and Houston, principally by ox teams. The first steam engine that ever came to Fannin County was brought in on a wagon by Thomas Williams. He hauled it from Houston with ten yolk of oxen to his mill two miles south of Bonham, on the banks of Bois d’Arc creek. They were six weeks making the trip. It had rained and the roads were muddy.” Bonham had four stores—C. C.

Alexander, J. W. and J. R, Russell

& Company, Nunnelee & Hofford and W. D. and J. B. Oliphint.

Alexander did a large wholesale business, furnishing the forts and outposts of this frontier for 150 miles to the north and west. There was not a day during the year but he was receiving and unloading goods and also selling and sending off goods. His purchases amounted to probably more than half a million dollars per year. J. W. and J. R. Russell also did a large wholesale trade. The other merchants confined themselves to a retail business, which brought customers for thirty miles around.

Of course no photographs exist of these early days, but the photo below of the west side of the Square is one of the earliest we have.

The Fannin County Museum of History, located a few blocks south of the Courthouse Square in Bonham in the old Texas & Pacific Train Depot, has many items relating to the early days of Bonham. Drop into the Museum to see these items. The Museum is open Tuesday-Saturday, noon – 4pm.

Farm and Ranch Roundup

February 23, 2023

6 pm - 8 pm

Fannin

Multi-Purpose Complex 700 FM 87, Bonham, TX 75418

Make plans to attend the Farm and Ranch Roundup on February 23, 2023 at the Fannin County MultiPurpose Complex, 700 FM 87, Bonham, TX 75418. This event has become known as one of the most popular agriculture events in Northeast Texas! The Farm and Ranch

Roundup features an agribusiness showcase in which you’ll have the opportunity to visit vendor exhibits during the “Grazing Hour”, enjoy free food cooked by our local banks, have the opportunity to win door prizes, and listen to the Executive Vice President of The Texas Beef Council, Molly McAdams. This event will take place from 6:00-8:00 pm. The event is free to attend and fun for the whole family!

If you plan to attend, please email cody.maxwell@ ag.tamu.edu so we can have a count for the meal.

Molly McAdams, PhD

Executive Vice President

of

Texas Beef Council Biography:

Molly McAdams leads the Texas Beef Council (TBC) as executive vice president.

Molly is responsible for providing vision and strategic planning, ensuring TBC’s fiscal health, optimizing staff recruitment and development, overseeing programs, serving as a staff liaison to several committees and numerous other duties.

The daughter of a veterinarian, Molly has focused on beef throughout her career because it’s her personal protein of choice, and she respects and loves the ranching profession and lifestyle. Her educational background

reflects that lifelong focus with bachelor’s and master’s degrees in animal science/meat science from the University of Florida and a doctorate in agriculture from Texas Tech University.

Molly lives with her husband, Jim, and their son, John Kohl, on the family’s place near New Berlin, TX.

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Bonham’s 175th Anniversary Celebration

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½ tsp. vanilla extract

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For those of you looking for a different dessert to make for your sweetheart for Valentine’s Day, I have one for you to try! This was sent in by my oldest brother David Stinson.

RED VELVET BROWNIES

10 Tbsp. unsalted butter, melted, plus more for greas-

ing

1 c. sugar

½ c. light brown sugar

2 eggs, slightly beaten

¼ c. buttermilk

½ tsp. white vinegar

1 tsp. vanilla extract

1 c. cake flour

½ tsp. salt

2 Tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder

2 Tbsp. red food coloring

Glaze:

4 oz. cream cheese

2 Tbsp unsalted butter, softened

For the brownies, preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Line an 8 x 8 inch pan with parchment paper, then grease the paper. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, sugar and brown sugar. Mix in the eggs. Mix in the buttermilk, vinegar and vanilla, followed by the flour and salt. Mix in the cocoa powder, then add the food coloring and mix until thoroughly combined. (Be sure to scrape the sides of the bowl.)

Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove brownies and let cool.

For the glaze, in a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar and vanilla and mix well. Mix in 1 Tbsp of the milk. Drizzle the glaze on the cooled brownies and top with the chopped pecans (if using).

Thank you David for sending this one in to our readers!

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

2/15/22

Jenn Self Knight and Melissa Maxwell reveal the new City of Bonham Logo.

Photos by Rose Schwartz

City of Bonham, Mayor, H.L. Compton

Knights of France. From his travels to dairies in the United States and Europe to his relationships with Master Cheesemakers as well as the US and French Milk Marketing Boards, he will share his unique experiences and knowledge. Class is $55 for members of the CAC, or $75 for nonmembers. Registration required; email BonArtCenter@gmail.com

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• Kiss Day – February 13th.

Creative Arts Center sends CALL FOR ARTISTS for Monthly Exhibit Entries

Press Release - Did you know that the Creative Arts Center displays a new art exhibit every month? Our main gallery exhibit features a preselected theme, and our middle gallery is reserved to display any artwork of the Artist’s Choice! Monthly themes are as follows:

January – Winter Wonderland

February – Black History

Month

March – Manmade & Industrial

April – Budding Artists Contest: Youth Artists’ Choice

May – Heritage Day: Historical, Stories, & Ode to Artists

June – The Hair Ball: Pets, Animals, Birds & Spiders

July – Selfies & Portraits

August – Events, Experiences & Adventure

September – Community Art

Contest: Artists’ Choice

October – Sparkle Me Pink:

Values & Beliefs

November – Cultural Appreciation

December – Sweets, Spirits, Sparkles: Celebrate & Rejoice

All members of our community are invited to display up

to 3 pieces of original artwork each month. Regular exhibit entry is free for Members of the Creative Arts Center or $30 per piece for Non-Members. All submissions will require an exhibit entry fee for September’s Annual Community Art Show & Contest. No exhibit entry fee will be collected for youth submissions to the Budding Artists Exhibit & Contest in April. Submissions are accepted during our regular business hours the first week of each month. The CAC Director and Staff reserves the right to reject any work deemed inappropriate for any reason. The Creative Arts Center, its staff, and volunteers will not be held responsible for damage to entries.

Annual Membership options range from $65 to $125 and are accepted all year long. We truly have something to offer for the whole family! Contact the Creative Arts Center at 903-640-2196 or email BonArtCenter@gmail.com for more information!

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Who Do I Represent?

By Mike Dickison

Christians are call ambassadors for Christ by the apostle Paul in 2 Corinthians 5:20. This means that we, members of Christ’s church, are to represent Christ each day of our lives.

In representing the Lord, we are to portray Him in the way that we speak. We are told to “Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it

Prayer for Fannin County

may minister grace unto the hearers” (Ephesians 4:29). Are we inviting others to worship and study?

Children of God are to live pure lives. As we live lives that render Christ, we must deny ourselves. Christ said, “If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me” (Matthew 16:24). Are we using time wisely?

In following Christ we are to be in his image and “have no fellowship with the unfruitful

Fannin County

works of darkness, but rather reprove them” (Ephesians 5:11). Are we keeping ourselves on the strait and narrow path?

As we have Christ in our lives and follow HIM, we are to conform to the Lord. Jesus calls on us to “continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free” (John 8:31-32). Are we studying the Bible? Let us strive to be the ambassadors for Christ.

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

Sunday Morning Re-Wind ““Count Your Blessings””

Hello everyone!

We had a wonderful service in God’s house Sunday morning!

The apostle Paul wrote to the church in Philippi in Philippians 2:13, “For it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of his good pleasure.” Over the past few years, the Lord has greatly blessed our church in many ways. We see Him at work in our lives, and we sometimes take His blessings for granted. This is a very dangerous thing. We should always remember what He has done for us, and we should never be ungrateful or ashamed of it. He tells us in Luke chapter 9 that if we are ashamed of Him, then He will be ashamed of us. May we never forget God’s blessings in our lives.

That being said, I am once again reminded of a classic hymn written by Rev. Johnson Oatman, Jr. in 1897. Of the 408 hymns in the hymnal that we use, this is one of my favorites.

the Lord hath done.”

“Count your blessings, name them one by one; Count your blessings, see what God hath done; Count your blessings, name them one by one; Count your many blessings, see what God hath done.”

If you are in search of a good church home, we invite you to come visit and worship with us here at Central Baptist Church.

Visitors are our honored guests, and we hope to see you

this coming Sunday!

Bro. Josh Stevenson

CALVARY UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH

When: Sun. 10:30am. Wed. 7:00pm

Where: 1190 Hwy 56 W. Bonham. Pastor: Steven Luton, 903-583-4346

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Christian

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

Baptist

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

Bailey Bible Baptist Church 205 Leslie Bailey, Texas 75413

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Elwood Baptist Intersection of CR 2125 and CR 2544 near Ivanhoe, Texas

Faith Independent Baptist Church 12676 W Hwy 82 Savoy, Tx 75479 903-965-5517

First Baptist Church of Bailey PO Box 221 Bailey, Texas 75413 (903)583-4793

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“When upon life’s billows you are tempest tossed, When you are discouraged, thinking all is lost, Count your many blessings, name them one by one, And it will surprise you what

4:18 understanding being the life the is in of the heart:

Road Rage Rudeness Hatefulness

Romans 12:18

If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.

Division Romans 12:18 recognizes that while we can’t control everything, we should try our best to seek peace. For instance, you can’t control someone else’s anger or vitriol, but you can control yourself. By controlling our words, our actions, and our conduct, we can encourage peace rather than discord. For example, as believers, we should purposely avoid provoking strife or fighting. Include and make time for GOD this Sunday

Baptist

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

Assembly of God Episcopal

Ivanhoe Baptist Church 4063 NO.FM 273

Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 (903)583-2359

Joyful Light Baptist Church 4695 FM 2645

Savoy, TX 75418 903-436-5440

Lamasco Baptist Church 346 CR 2615

Telephone, Texas 75488 903-664-2454

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

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

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

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

Pilgram Rest Baptist Church 703 Agusta St. Trenton, Texas

Ravenna Baptist Church 100 Elm Street Ravenna, Texas 75476

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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

Lutheran

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

Methodist

First Congregational Methodist Church corner of Hwy 121 and W 13th St. PO Box 386 Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-7380

Christian Chapel CME 1005 West Market St. Honey Grove, Tx 75446 903-378-3518

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

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

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

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

Grove Hill Methodist Church 5501 FM 1553 Leonard, TX 75452

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

First Fannin Baptist Hispanic Church Rt. 4 Box 10 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-5727

Gober Baptist Church P.O. Box 82 Wolfe City, Texas 75496 (903) 583-2378

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

Westside Baptist Church 912 W. Commerce St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 903-249-2987

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

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

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

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

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

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

Nazarene

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

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

Church of Christ

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

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

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

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

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

Midway Church of Christ Hwy 56 W Bonham 903 583 3989

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

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

Catholic Church of God

Bonham Living Word Church of God- 699 E Hwy82 Bonham,TX 75418 Phone: (903) 583-5655

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

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

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

Pentecostal

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

Presbyterian

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

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

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

United Pentecostal

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

United Pentecostal Church P.O. Box 216

Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) 965-4627

Peace Tabernacle UPC 16020 CR 635

Trenton, Texas (972) 752-4054

CLASSIFIEDS CLASSIFIEDS CLASSIFIEDS CLASSIFIEDS AUCTIONS

BONHAM

BEST STORAGE UNIT AUCTION!

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE

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

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

FARMING

YOUNG TRACTOR WORKS

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

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

FOR SALE FOR SALE

Lincoln IDEALARC

SP- 225 Wire Welder

MILLER Spectrum 2050

Plasma Cut System 972-658-5967

FOR SALE

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

GARAGE SALES

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

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

RAIN or SHINE INSIDE HOUSE SALE

Saturday, February 11th at 8am. ... 418 CR 2526, Bonham

Approximately 4 or 5 miles north of Bonham on Hwy 78.

After passing Boyd Baptist Church. ½ mile or less look for our sale sign to turn right.

Watch for signs. DVDs, VHS movies, small kitchen appliances, mirrors, nice clean clothes, 2X & 4X scrubs, board games, jewelry, vintage buttons, wall pictures, linens, bath towels, garden iron decor. Purses, lamps, dishes, books, bakeware, some tools. You name it, we have it. Cash Only! We have alot of FREE items!

Y’all come see us!

4 bedroom house packed!!

We re-organize and add alot of different things for Every Sale!

Weather Permitting!

Our Signs will be out!

HOUSEKEEPING

THE CLEANING LADY

Let me clean so you won’t have to. Very reasonable rates, great references!

Years of experience. HAVE BROOM WILL TRAVEL! Call Mairi 903-815-1877.

A PAW UP Helping Animals

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

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

TREES and MÁS

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

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

MUNOZ LAWN CARE & TREE TRIMMING

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

FARM and LAWN MAINTENANCE

Tree service, landscaping, brush clearing, fence of any kind, pipe fence painting, power washing, house painting, flagstone patios, gravel driveways, lot mowing, gutters and drainage, concrete demolition, any odd jobs. Call Jose Vazquez at 903-227-5898 or 903-583-1259.

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.”

CALL the HANDYMAN BECAUSE YOU DESERVE the BEST...

•Painting •Sheetrock Repair & Texture •Remodeling

•Plumbing •Electrical

•Mowing •Tree & Trim work

•Flowerbeds. Call 903-304-9009.

APP HOUSE LEVELING & FOUNDATION REPAIR

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

BUDGET

TREE REMOVAL

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

HOME HEALTH CARE PROVIDER

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

AFFORDABLE STUMP GRINDING

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

A & A HANDYMAN SERVICE

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

SELF STORAGE

RENT a STORAGE UNIT in RANDOLPH & BONHAM

Several large units are available starting at $69.95! Unit sizes from 10 x 10 up to 10’x22’. Gated parking spaces start at $39.95. Randolph facility @ Hwy 121 & Hwy 11, Randolph, TX 75490. Bonham facility @ 400 Katy Blvd, Bonham, TX 75418. Contactless rental online 24/7 at www. brightstartstorage.com. For more information call our office at (903) 505-6800 & (903) 292-0657.

FIRST ESTATE SALE OF 2023! WALL-TO-WALL TREASURES!

1739 Texoma Pkwy; Sherman, TX

Thursday, Feb 9 @ 8am-3pm

Friday, Feb 10 @ 8am-3pm

Saturday, Feb 11 @ 8am-3pm

Sunday, Feb 12 @ Noon-3pm

Purchases must be removed by 3pm on Sunday, Feb 12, unless arrangements made by Salyer Staff.

Partial List: Curios, Antique and Modern Bedroom Furniture, Dining Tables and Chairs, Washstand, Executive Office Chairs and Desks, Dryer, Mobility Chair, Hospital Bed, Wheelchair, Fenton, Waterford, Pyrex, Chicken Dishes, Milk Glass, Fostoria, Collectibles including: NASCAR, Star Wars, Star Trek, Sports Cards, Gone with the Wind, Collectible Bears: Steiff, Bonita, Dolls: Effanbee, Yolanda Babies, Quilts, Kitchen Items, Outdoor Furniture, DVDs, CDs, Books and much more!

Sale By: Salyer Auction and Estate Sales

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Be on Alert - Medicare never calls you unless you have called them and requested a call back, and neither does Social Security. Scammers might even say you will be receiving a new Medicare card. Also, please be careful in taking any calls about Medicare or Insurance plans unless it is your LOCAL AGENT. Please never give out your SS# or Medicare# or DOB, etc. to anyone. If something sounds too good you know it usually is not good.

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OBITUARIES

OMEGA FLOYD

Omega Floyd went to be with her risen Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 27, 2023. She passed away in Stillwater, Oklahoma, surrounded by her children. Funeral services were held at 2:00 pm at Bible Baptist Church in Frederick, Oklahoma on Friday, February 3, 2023.

Omega Nadine Albert was born in Hendrix, Oklahoma on November 11, 1926, to William and Virgie (McDonald) Albert. She attended Achille Schools where she played basketball and even baseball on the Achille Eagles boys’ team. She was united in marriage to the love of her life, Vernon Cleo Floyd, on August 8, 1942, and they were married for an incredible 65 years. Following their marriage, Omega and Vernon began a family together and served in churches and taught Sunday School in north Texas for several years. In May of 1954, Vernon accepted the pastorate for Bible Baptist Church where they both served faithfully, side by side, for over 50 years. Omega taught Sunday school, vacation bible school with her well known flannel illustrations, shepherded youth at Minnetonka Church Camp well into her seventies, and picked up thousands of children throughout the years to bring them to church. She spent her life in service to Bible Baptist Church and its people and touched countless families with her love and ministry throughout her lifetime.

In 1975, she bought the Spinning Wheel, “the store with a little bit of everything!” It became known in Frederick as a place where you could find fabric, odds and ends, a warm cup of tea, and good conversation. Omega spent many more hours visiting with friends sitting at the cutting table than actually selling fabric, but for her, creating relationships was always time well spent. Her grandchildren loved to visit her at the store, where she would let them play in the overflowing button box and never hesitated to open up her cash register to get them a special treat.

Omega treasured nothing in life more than her family and that is saying a lot, since her house was always packed with treasures. She threw late night coffee and tea parties with her grandchildren and loved her home to be overflowing with people, noise, and commotion during the holidays. Every family member was always sure they were her favorite. As a seasoned practical joker and one to never shy away from having fun, she was the source of much joy in her family. She is preceded in death by her parents and five siblings, her husband: Pastor Vernon Floyd in 2008; son, James Floyd in 1995; daughter in law, Debby Gant in 2004; grandson Tyler Floyd in 1992; and grandson Seth Floyd in 2020.

She is survived by two sons: Roy Floyd and wife Lynda of Bonham, Texas and Randy Floyd and wife Denise, of Enid, Oklahoma; two daughters, Dianne Gant and husband Allan, of Stillwater, Oklahoma and Debbie Morey and husband Brent, of Frederick, Oklahoma; nine grandchildren: Sean Floyd, Chad Floyd, Rory Hilliard, Charlie Gant, Josh Morey, Jake Gant, Jenna Morey, Zac Floyd, and Cole Floyd; ten greatgrandchildren: Will, Worth, and Wyatt Lacy, Kylie Walker, Matthew Floyd, Marley and Chandler Floyd, Easton and Jhett Floyd, Rocco Polidori-Gant, and numerous nieces and nephews. Omega taught us all many life lessons, including not to throw away “good stuff,” the importance of welcoming people from all walks of life, and to take the opportunity to “love on people’s necks” as often as you can. She leaves us with an abundance of warm memories and a legacy of love.

Memorial contributions may be made to Bible Baptist Church, Omega Floyd Memorial Fund, 1600 N. 15th St., Frederick, OK 73542, in loving memory of Omega Floyd.

An online guest book and sympathy cards are available at: www.OrrGrayGishfuneralhome.com

“To Live Is Christ, And To Die Is Gain”

When a Christian dies we should also be filled with rejoicing. Truly, for the Christian, “to live is Christ, and to die is gain” (Philippians 1:21). As a believer in Christ departs from this life they are immediately in a far better place (Philippians 1:23). They are with Christ! They have finished the race and kept the faith (2 Timothy 4:7); and that faith has become sight (2 Corinthians 5:7). They no longer see in a mirror dimly, but see Him face to face (1 Corinthians 13:12). The object of their love, affection, and joy is before and with them forevermore. What glories await the Christian at death. One moment, a feeble sinner experiencing the miseries of this life, and the next moment, one who is adorned with the crown of righteousness (2 Timothy 4:8) in the presence of the King of Glory. There the Christian shall be–surrounded by His glory. A glory which banishes all our enemies. In that place there shall no longer be the experience of loss, grief, pain, discomfort, or regret. Rather, the saint shall dwell in sheer joy and bliss as they revel in the beauty and glory of their Savior and God forever. Therefore, we should rejoice at the death of a Christian, for as the Apostle Paul says, they are “in a far better place” (Philippians 1:23). There may be no greater understatement ever penned–for what glories await us!

When a brother or sister in the Lord passes away, there should be grief and rejoicing. They both have a place. We grieve for what is lost and rejoice at what is gained. That is a good Christian theology of Christian death.

JONATHAN DAVID DAVENPORT

Jonathan David Davenport was born December 31, 1966, in Dallas, Texas to Murray Dewayne Davenport and Shirley Ann McCoy Davenport. He passed away on January 26, 2023, in Trenton, Texas at the age of 56 years. Jon’s sense of humor was the first thing you noticed. His greatest love was his family. He was extremely proud of Cody, Justin and Emma. Jon loved time spent with family, figuring out how things worked, Supercross, helping people, and all things outdoor. Jon loved well and will be deeply missed.

Jon is survived by his wife, Nicole Davenport of Trenton; son, Cody Davenport and wife Mercy of Trenton; son, Justin Davenport of Whitewright; daughter, Emma Davenport of Anna; and their mother JoAnna of Anna; daughter, Cheyenne Cooley of Cody, Wyoming; sister, Kacey Taylor and husband Bruce of Richardson; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Roy and Brenda Schickedanz of Trenton; brother-in-law, Joe Fowler and wife Kris of Trenton; and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents.

A Celebration of Life Memorial Service was held at Bois D’Arc Creek Cowboy Church located at 3301 State Highway 121, in Bonham, Texas at 11:00 am on Saturday, February 4th. Arrangements are with Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow Funeral Home, Whitewright, Texas. An online registry may be signed at tjmfuneral.com

LARRY DALE WINKER

Larry Dale Winker of Bonham, Texas passed away on January 25, 2023.

Larry was born on August 29, 1939 in Bonham, Texas to Henry “Buck” and Lucetta “Babe” Winkler. He was a man of many talents. In his spare time you would find him hunting, fishing, welding and woodworking. There was a special place in his heart for the Texas State Tree - The Pecan. He would spend hours tinkering and creating small works of art in his spare time. Larry will be fondly remembered for his feisty spirit, hard work ethic, brilliant mind, and love for family.

He is preceded in death by his first wife Charlene Winkler; second wife Dawn Winkler; parents, Buck and Babe Winkler; and sister Debbie Seawell; and beloved dog Scruffy.

Those left to cherish his memory, sons Dennis Winkler, Richie Winkler and wife Lisa; daughter Suzette Winkler and husband Marvin; daughter, Jennifer Winkler; brother Bob Winkler; cousin Donna Phillips; grandchildren Michelle, Christopher, Clay, Christina, Sebastian, Nick, Justus, Connor; and cat Missie.

The family will hold a private celebration under one of his favorite Pecan trees.

BRENDA SUE CHAMBERS

Memorial Services for Brenda Sue Chambers, age 70, of Bonham, Texas were held at 1:00 P.M., Monday, February 6, 2023 at Wise Funeral Home Chapel under the direction of Wise Funeral Home. Rev. Josh Lott officiated. Brenda was called home Wednesday, January 18, 2023 at Medical City Frisco. Brenda was born July 6, 1952 in Columbus, MS, and was the daughter of Iona Sansing St. John and Robert St. John. Brenda moved to the Dallas area in 1966, and during her first marriage had three children - Karin Sinclair of Arlington, TX; Curtis Hambrick, of Sherman, TX; and Shelley Clifton, of Haslet, TX. She married David Chambers March 18, 1975, who brought into the marriage his daughter Kathy Laughlin, of The Colony, TX. While raising their family in Irving, TX, Brenda worked for Zales Corp. until her retirement in 2006. She later ran a successful eBay store.

During her spare time, Brenda enjoyed painting ceramics and thrifting for bargains at the local shops. If you ever visited Brenda’s house, you left with a bag of stuff that she probably bought especially for you. As her children grew, she supported their school activities, and loved the occasional visit to Galveston Island. Later, Brenda’s grandkids became the joys of her life, and she spent as much time as possible with Alex, Tyler, Ashton, Tommy, Matthew, Jayce, and later great-grandson Vance. She and David especially loved the holidays, when the whole family could gather. Brenda always had a way of doing for others, with little recognition and that’s the way that she wanted it. She stood by David during his numerous health issues through their 47 year marriage. Of late, Brenda became a fierce supporter of LGBTQ youth, and regularly wrote letters to local and state leaders on the groups; behalf.

Preceding Brenda are her parents, brothers R.B., Gilbert, and L.C. St. John, and sisters Kit Brown, and Dorothy Stewart, daughter-in-Law Karie Hambrick, and Son-in-law Barrett Clifton.

Brenda is survived by her beloved husband David, sister Peggy Honeycutt of Hamlet, NC, her children Karin, Curtis, Kathy (and husband James), Shelley Clifton, grandchildren Alex and Ashton Laughlin, Tyler and Jayce Hambrick, Thomas and Matthew Spikes, a variety of step-grandchildren, along with numerous extended family members and family of the heart, who will miss her terribly.

Donations to the Human Rights Campaign can be made in Brenda’s name.

Fannin County History

The Road Down Memory Lane

Robert Heinlein, American author

Photos courtesy of the Fannin County Historical Museum three blocks south of the Courthouse Square in Bonham, One Main Street Bonham, Texas 75418

Three friends in Bonham. Left to right are Bob Trout, Jim Reese and Charles Stokes. Back of photo says: L. to R.: Bob Trout, Jim Reese, Charles A. Stokes. The young men are sitting on a sign that says: Through Train to Bonham, Texas. A Big Trading Place. Charles Allen Stokes was born on June 10th.1876. He died in Garland TX. on September 22. 1953. Mr. Stokes was well known in Bonham as “The Tortilla Man”. He started making and selling tortillas from his cart on the Square in Bonham from 1918 until 1950. Even Speaker of The House Sam Rayburn liked them so much that he had his tortillas shipped to D.C. by bus. Date ca.1910

“A generation which ignores history has no past and no future.”

in this life, you have to work for it. Now quiet! They’re about to announce the lottery numbers.

903-583-2877

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.

LEGAL NOTICE

5/24/22

Pro Auto

903-583-5767

103 N. Main St. Bonham, TX 75418

USF License # 0549592

An abandoned, burned, unknown year and model Ford SUV picked up on FM 274, north of FM 898 is currently impounded at our facility. The current charges are $294.00 and will continue to accrue daily. The owner can retrieve this vehicle with proof of ownership (Tittle or MSO with VIN). Owners rights can be found at www.tdlr.texas.gov

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1/24/22

Legacy Management

Trenton ISD Board of Trustee Election

469-796-5081

memory of Jimmie Evans

An election for the Board of Trustees of the Trenton ISD will be held on Saturday, May 6, 2023 for the purpose of electing 3 trustees for a full 3-year term. Election Day Voting will be held at the Trenton Community Center, 201 N. Pearl Street in Trenton, Texas. Polls will open at 7:00 am and close at 7:00 pm.

The first day to apply for a place on the ballot is Wednesday, January 18th. The last day to file for a place on the ballot will be Friday, February 17th. Applications may be picked up and returned to the Trenton ISD Administration Building, 702 Ballentine Street, Trenton, Texas.

The first day to vote early will begin on Monday, April 24, 2023 and will end on Tuesday, May 2, 2023. Early Voting will be held at the Trenton ISD Administration Building, 702 Ballentine Street, Trenton, Texas. Early Voting hours will be 8 am - 3:30 pm Monday through Friday.

If you have any questions you may call the administration office at 903-989-2245.

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2/7/23

CNC Lathe/ Mill Machinist POSITION OPENINGS

NOW HIRING!

HELP WANTED

CLASSIFIEDS CLASSIFIEDS CLASSIFIEDS CLASSIFIEDS EMPLOYMENT

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.

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

7 SISTER CARE

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

HELP WANTED

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

WANT TO BUY

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

Telephone Travel Stop is currently seeking a couple of friendly, honest, hard-working managers to handle all aspects of the day-to-day operations of a multi-use facility (Motel • RV Park • Storage Units • Apartments • Laundromat) in Telephone, TX (Fannin County). This would be perfect for an energetic retired couple who enjoys people and prefers staying home instead of traveling.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

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

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

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

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

• Maintain cleaning supplies and inventory.

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

QUALIFICATIONS

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. 903-583-3597

HELP WANTED

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IMMEDIATE OPENINGS for the FOLLOWING POSITIONS

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FOOD FACTORY Now Hiring!!

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

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

SUDOKU ANSWERS

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

HELP WANTED

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

HELP WANTED

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

CARS & TRUCKS No TitleNo Problem Call Tony @ 903-449-9028

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

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

• Organized and professional.

• At least two (2) years working in a similar position.

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• Must pass drug and background check.

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• Must have and maintain a valid Texas driver’s license.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

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

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

2/7/23

REAL ESTATE

520 S. CENTER

BONHAM, TX 75418

2 offices, bathroom & storage area, Plenty of parking space. $750 per month (utilities not included) Call or text 903-583-0108.

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

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BONHAM, TX 75418

Commercial warehouse storage space for rent. Approx. 3,500 sf. With loading dock.

$1,000 per month (utilities not included).

Call or text: 903-583-0108

HOUSE FOR RENT 8977 FM 898 ECTOR

4 bedr 2 bath on 1/2 acre

2 vehicle carport

Large covered patio & front porch

All electric central H&A

$1550 per month $1550 Dep No indoor pets TEXT 903-227-5874

Public Notice: 2021-2024 Texoma Strategic Plan – 2 Year Revision

The Texoma Workforce Development Board (TWDB) issues public notice of the 2021-2024 Texoma Strategic Plan – 2 Year Revision. TWDB is responsible for implementing workforce programs in Cooke, Fannin, and Grayson counties. The plan includes information regarding services provided to employers and jobseekers. Public comments will be accepted from JAN 18, 2023 through 5:00 pm on FEB 17, 2023. The plan is available for review and download through TWDB’s website at: https://www.workforcesolutionstexoma.com/2021-2024texoma-strategic-plan

Submit comments or questions via the website, e-mail to webmaster@wfstexoma.org, or fax to 903.957.7413.

Comments that express disagreement will be incorporated into the plan and submitted to the Texas Workforce Commission.

Workforce Solutions Texoma is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Individuals with speech and/or hearing impairments may call 711 for assistance.

Check BEFORE you develop!

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5.Subdivide your land for lots less than 5 acres.

6.Use heavy Equipment, Bore under a road and install utility lines in a County ROW.

7.Install or repair a septic You can find more information on the Fannin County Clerk Website, http://www. co.fannin.tx.us/page/ fannin.County.Clerk

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

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Dodd’s

Dominating District Defense:

Postseason-bound DC Lady Hornets nearing 11th-straight title via 23-1A

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DODD CITY -- A 13th-straight girls’ basketball postseason trip has been assured for Class 1A Dodd City’s Lady Hornets.

An 11th-consecutive district championship -- the previous 10 being undefeated titles -- most likely awaits them.

Dominating defense has again paved the way -- leading to one-sided outcomes during 23-1A play.

Savoy’s Lady Cardinals end postseason hoops drought

By Rich Hilliard

Class 1A Savoy has assured its first girls’ basketball postseason in nine years. The Lady Cardinals’ previous postseason came in 2014 -the last of then six-straight trips to the playoffs. It equated a second-consecutive bi-district finalist effort. Postseason season play will begin Feb. 13 or 14 with bi-district games.

Savoy’s Maddie Clark (4) throws a pass to teammate Alyson Bogard on Dec. 20 during non-district girls’ basketball.

Bonham-ex Reaves extending baseball career w/Blinn College

By Rich Hilliard

Former Bonham baseball standout Tanner Reaves is continuing his diamond career beyond high school at Blinn College in Brenham, Texas.

Reaves had a two-out RBI single on Jan. 27 for Blinn’s run during an 8-1 loss to Weatherford College to begin its seasonopening series.

The 2021 Bonham graduate followed with a game-tying solo home run on Jan. 28, as Blinn won the first game of a doubleheader, 12-2, over Weatherford.

Ex-Fannin diamond standouts on Austin College’s ‘23 rosters

By Rich Hilliard

Austin College diamond team rosters for 2023 include several former Fannin County standouts.

patrick, an outfielder and first baseman wearing No. 12, are again on the ‘Roos’ softball roster, as sophomores.

As a senior, Reaves garnered the District 11-3A defensive most valuable player award for Bonham, which with a bi-district advance made its ninth postseason trip in the then last 10 completed seasons.

He additionally, his senior season, earned an allstate honorable mention in Class 3A at shortstop from the Texas Sports Writers Association and made the Texas High School Baseball Coaches Association 3A elite all-star team at the position for 2021.

The ‘Roos baseball team includes these four: No. 6, Trystan Mallory, 6-3 sophomore pitcher, 2021 Bonham graduate; No. 13, Brant Stuber, 6-1 sophomore infielder, 2021 Bonham graduate; No. 30 Justin Lambright, 6-1 senior pitcher, 2019 Trenton graduate/Northeast Texas Community College (Mount Pleasant); No. 44, Kaiden West, 6-0 junior pitcher. 2020 Trenton graduate.

Mallory, Stuber and Lambright competed for Austin College last season. West did not, originally signing with AC to play football in 2020.

Of note, Stuber had a .468 on-base percentage, .375 slugging percentage and .972 fielding percentage during his freshman season.

Austin College’s baseball schedule for the first month includes: Tuesday, Feb. 14, at LeTourneau, 6 p.m.; Sunday, Feb. 19, vs. Park, noon; Tuesday, Feb. 21, vs. Dallas Christian, 6 p.m.; Tuesday, Feb. 28,

Bonham’s Chyrsi Hemby watches a putout at first base as she heads home from third base on March 12, 2022, while playing for Austin College softball at Old

vs. LeTourneau.

Meanwhile, 2021 Bonham graduates Chyrsi Hemby, a second baseman and shortstop wearing No. 3, and Joli Kirk-

Kirkpatrick earned second-team notoriety in the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference softball awards for the 2022 season. She garnered 16 of her 24 hits, eight of a team-leading 15 runs batted in, half of 14 runs scored and 22 of 33 total bases during SCAC play. Kirkpatrick batted .356, with an on-base percentage of .396 and slugging percentage of .489 during conference action. She also had a .983 fielding percentage during SCAC action. Hemby had a .273 batting average,.322 on-base percentage and .382 slugging percentage, during her freshman season, to go with an .891 fielding percentage.

The ‘Roos softball season first month starts with four games in two days -- Friday, Feb. 10, 5/7 p.m., and Saturday, Feb. 11, 12/2 p.m. -against opponents to be determined at Jackson, Miss.

The first month concludes with a home doubleheader against Ozarks (Ark.) on Saturday, Feb. 18, at 2/4 p.m.

Settlers Park in Sherman.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Dodd City’s Breezy Jenkins (15) shoots a free throw as teammate Addison Weeks (23) watches on Nov. 29.

Dodd City’s Riley Murray (30) focuses on her shot on Jan. 17.

Dodd City’s Brianna Rodriguez (4) brings the ball up court as teammate Taegan Williams follows on Jan. 17.

Dodd City’s Autumn Brown (14) controls the ball on Nov. 29.

Dodd City’s Addyson Chaney (5) considers to whom to pass as she faces Ector’s defense on Jan 17.

Story and photos by Rich Hilliard

Dodd City’s Addison Weeks (23) brings the ball up court on Jan.

Dodd City’s Natally Medina (11) smiles as she drives to the basket on Jan. 17.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Bonham’s Tanner Reaves.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Dodd City’s Lindsey Mauppin (right) focuses on the basket despite Ector’s Alyssa Mackey’s defensive effort on Jan. 17.

Home Country: Slim Randles

Down at the sale barn Saturday, the think tank had coagulated there with coffees to go. Doc and Dud had their dogs with them, while Bert and Dewey and Steve went stag. Dud tried to start a conversation, but the loudspeaker soon drove them outside, where they arrayed themselves on dropped tailgates and waited to hear what Dud had in mind.

“I thought about it a lot,” Dud said, “and I wondered what

the favorite part of my job was, and wondered if you fellas ever gave that any thought, too.”

They nodded. Yes, by mutual consent a worthy subject.

“With me,” Dud continued, “it wasn’t so much my job as it was my hobby. You know, writing that book. I’m claiming it as the best part of my job, anyway.”

The assembled were still waiting to read “Murder in the

Soggy Bottoms,” as it had yet to see print, and was really a work in progress. Then Bert picked up the conversation thread. “Of course I’m retired now,” he said, “but when I was running the pawn shop, my favorite part of the job happened when a customer found something in there he really needed and ended up paying much less for it than he thought he’d have to.” Doc laughed “And you made

more on it than you thought you would, too,” Bert grinned and nodded. “Yep. That was good too. And you, Dewey?”

Our accident-prone pharaoh of fertilizer got a serious look on his face. He finally said, “The best part of the fertilizer business is seeing the difference it makes in the flower gardens around town. Now maybe it’s just my imagination, but I kinda like to take a little credit for a prettier town.”

“You deserve it, Dewey,” Doc said kindly. “Well now … with me it’s a little different. I have doctoring skills, of course, and it’s good when I can help someone, but these days the most satisfying part of my job is to check someone out thoroughly and find there’s absolutely nothing wrong with them. Now that’s special.”

They all looked over at the tall cowboy, Steve.

“Digging postholes,” he said.

“What?” they said.

“You know,” he said, “the favorite part of my job.”

“Digging postholes?”

“Sure,” he said, grinning. “That’s the only job a cowboy has where he can start at the top and work down.”