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Fannin County Democratic Party County Convention Press release: The Democratic Party of Fannin County will hold its biennial county convention on March 19, 2022 at the Derrell Hall Fannin County Agrilife Extension Building at 2505 N. Center St. in Bonham, Texas. Doors will open at 8:30am for registration and the meeting will commence at 9:00am. Pre-registration is available online at www.txdem.co/conventionlocation. Participation is open to Fannin County voters who have not voted (and will not vote) in another party’s primary election in this calendar year, and will not attend another party’s county or state conventions. Delegates to the July 14-16 State Democratic Party Convention in Dallas will be elected at this local convention. Resolutions, platform planks, and party rules changes may also be submitted for consideration at the State Convention. For more information about the state and local Democratic Party, visit TEXASDEMOCRATS.ORG and FCTXDEMS.ORG.

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everyone there. Commissioner Lackey echoed what the other Commissioners said and encouraged everyone to show up at the square on Thursday. Judge Moore commented on possible hazardous weather Friday night and urged caution on the roads and thanked all for attending Commissioners Court. 23. Adjourn: Motion was made, seconded, and passed to adjourn at 11:20 a.m.

went over the approved changes made to the plan that had been suggested in the last meeting. One of those changes suggested by County Judge Randy Moore had the count of OSSFs (septic systems) in possible need of repair or replacement in the document, raised from 30 to 300. He explained how this will increase the amount of grant funding to be available in the future to assist the citizens of Fannin County with failing wastewater systems. Mr. Cowan also noted another change made to the wording in Appendix B: Calculations for Potential Bacteria Load Reductions, table 41, to better reflect the correct formula involved in estimating the potential annual bacteria load reduction and clarify grant funding eligibility. Mr. Cowan stated that the finished draft had been posted for the 30-day public comment period on January 31st with notification being made to the public via the media and other means (e-mail lists.) With the 30day public comment period having ended March 3, 2022, he said after 5 comments were received (all positive,) three from landowners and two from state agencies, he was pleased to announce that the document was ready to submit to the EPA for approval. In response to a question asked as to whether there would be a timeframe where if the plan was not successful in an adequate amount of bacteria reduction, the EPA would step in with regulations? Mr. Cowan emphasized that as long as there was a watershed protection plan being voluntarily implemented by the community, there was not a timeline involved where the EPA would step in with

regulatory action. When the discussion turned to the timeline for grant funding applications, Mr. Cowan noted that if the EPA approves of and accepts the Watershed Protection Plan, grant funds will be available on September 1, 2023. Breaking that down further, if EPA is accepted, TCEQ (Texas Commission on Environmental Quality) requests for grant applications can begin June 2022 and the TSSWCB (Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board,) requests for grant applications may begin September 2022. During the conversation on grant application timelines, it was brought up that there are parts of southern Fannin County that fall within the Lake Lavon Watershed Protection Plan and as a result, those residing in that area are eligible to apply for current funding that is available for those willing to implement BMPs (best management practices) to assist in improving water quality within that watershed. Ryan Klose with NRCS has said that he would be happy to assist any within that area to apply for those funds and can be reached for further information at ryan.klose@usda.gov or by phone at 903-583-9513 ext. 3. David Cowan ended the last meeting by asking if everyone was in agreement with the changes made to the document he would be submitting to the EPA. Everyone was in agreement, and he expressed his sincere gratitude to those who had any part of, and those who had taken time out of their busy schedules, to assist in the worthwhile task of creating the Bois d’Arc Lake Watershed Protection Plan.

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Wednesday, March 9, 2022, brought to a quiet close, a series of meetings involving the completion of a plan that is to be a county-wide effort to improve the quality of the waters existing in our area. Having begun with a full house “Public Kickoff Meeting” on June 9, 2021, Watershed Manager David Cowan had then first informed the interested citizenry of what a watershed was and why the need to protect it existed. His vast knowledge of watersheds coupled with persistent patience, paid off this week as he hosted this final meeting marking the successful completion of The Bois d’Arc Lake Watershed Protection Plan that will be sent to the EPA for approval before the voluntary, communitybased project can begin in its mission of repairing impaired bodies of water and improving the county’s water quality for years to come. Wednesday’s meeting, attended by a much lesser number of attendees than past meetings, began at 10:00 a.m. at the Derrell Hall Education Center. Mr. Cowan began the meeting by asking attendees to sign in, acknowledging those attending via Zoom, and thanking everyone for attending this final meeting. Stating there is a “completed full-on draft Watershed Protection Plan in hand” he noted how it ranges from detailing what a watershed protection plan is, to define what the roles are of all those involved in the plan is, to how the plan can be implemented and the resources that are available to make the implementation possible. Continuing, Mr. Cowan

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Monday, March 7, 2022, Members of the Bois d’Arc Lake Zoning Commission met with members of the Lake Ralph Hall Planning and Zoning Commission to discuss the first draft of the Lake Ralph Hall Comprehensive Plan. Chairman of the Lake Ralph Hall Zoning Commission, Attorney Newt Cunningham called the meeting to Order at 8:30 a.m. He noted that this would be a joint meeting between the two zoning commissions in order that insights might be shared (largely from the Bois d’Arc Lake Zoning Commission members;) regarding the contents of the plan. 1. Discussion with Lake Ralph Hall and Bois d’Arc Lake Zoning Commissions: Mr. Cunningham began the discussion by asking County Judge Randy Moore, chair of the Bois d’Arc Lake Zoning Commission, for his thoughts. Judge Moore voiced his appreciation for both Commissions being able to come together and stated his belief, that the experience the BDALZC has had with the compilation and changes with their comprehensive plan, would be beneficial to the Lake Ralph Hall Zoning Commission. After some discussion, it was decided to first allow Mr. Harrison with Freese and Nichols, who had been very much involved with the Bois d’Arc Lake zoning process; to first give his presentation before sharing thoughts on the intricacies of the plan. 2. Daniel Harrison from Freese and Nichols will give a PowerPoint Presentation of the First Draft of the Lake Ralph Hall Comprehensive Plan: Mr. Harrison began his presentation noting the project team consists of his company working together with Fannin County and the Upper Trinity Regional District. The members on Lake Ralph Hall’s Planning and Zoning Commission are Newt Cunningham-Chair, Jerry Magness-County Commissioner Pct 3, Jan Cooper- Ladonia Mayor, Todd Akers-Ladonia Mayor Pro-Tem, John Ed Shinpaugh-Ladonia Area, Jaylen Wallace-Gober Area, Ricky Roberts-Gober

Area, Kyle Griffen-Trenton/ Leonard Area, and Walter L Goodwater-Bonham Area. He shared the timetable for the completion of the plan that began with the kickoff date of June 2021 and goes through the anticipated “plan adoption date” of August 2022. Noting that the first draft of the plan was put on the website on January 13th, he explained that there would be time for a discussion about possible edits during today’s meeting and proceeded with the slide show presentation. 3. Discuss the contents and recommendations of the Comprehensive Plan: Mr. Harrison showed various maps of the lake with colored lines and shaded areas designating the Lake Pool, Upper Trinity Riparian Buffer Zone, 125 ft offset, and the 25 ft Riparian Zone. After listing the history of the important changes that had happened in the area of the lake and detailing each step of the timetable needed to get to a finalized plan, he gave a summary of the information contained in each of the chapters of the plan. He noted the different public events and the website where information was provided to, and input was obtained from the Fannin County citizenry that inspired the Vision Statement that “Lake Ralph Hall is a Scenic Gateway to a Quiet and Peaceful Place, its community values preserving the area’s natural environment and providing quality homes and neighborhoods for current and future county residents with limited commercial development that complements the lake area.” After Mr. Harrison explained the guiding principles involved in arriving at the Vision Statement which basically represents the desire of the local citizenry to keep Lake Ralph Hall an area of low density in regard to the residential population that is not heavily commercialized, a spirited discussion began with a question coming from a member of the BDALZC asking why 125 ft was chosen to be a setback for development from the shoreline and who benefits from it. A recommendation was made that lake elevation be used for the determining of setbacks for

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homes, a question of what would be considered a structure was posed (concerning the building of docks) and a statement was made about the “no vegetation control” directive within the Upper Trinity Riparian Zone and land owned by individuals, posing a problem with overgrowth around the lake in the future. The discussion prompted Mr. Harrison to note that the purpose of the meeting was to talk about these things and get the recommendation from the participants as to what was appropriate. With the question being raised several times as to how much input was received from the county in determining the guiding principles as opposed to the level of input coming largely from the Upper Trinity Regional District, Mr. Harrison noted that input was received from participants in past open house townhalls and he and his assistant with the help of Upper Trinity with technical questions, developed the plan based on that input received thus far. He noted though, that the goal was for the plan to be reflective of input received (a starting point) and what can be agreed upon from the zoning commissions as a collective before it is sent to the Fannin County Commissioners for approval. Noting that this is the first draft of the plan, Mr. Harrison emphasized that those things that need to be taken out, can be taken out; those things that need to be added, can be added; and those things that need to change in the layout can be changed. 4. Develop consensus on any revisions to the plan: Some of the commission members expressed concerns over the draft plan being one that would be too restrictive for economic development that would result in a low sales tax and property tax revenue. Commission member Jaylen Wallace responded to that criticism noting he was neither voicing support for or criticizing the plan but stated that “what Mr. Harrison is trying to put in this plan is what has come from county input through the open town hall meetings,” and the need for the commission members to look through the recommendations with an open mind

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discussion began again with a commendation first made to Mr. Freese for his efforts to include the desires of the citizenry of the Town Hall attendees seasoned with concern for some things in the plan that needed tuning. Newt Cunningham said that it would probably be best for those who had not received a copy of the plan until the start of the day’s meeting, to get a copy so that going forward informed decisions concerning “economic concerns that need to be harmonized with the aesthetic concerns” can be made. More discussion ensued about marina development and a

Judge Moore speaking to ask that thought be given for security around the lake as Fannin County at this time does not have the resources to handle that. He noted water rescue would need to be addressed with a boat and housing for officers to patrol the lake. After more discussion over various topics was had, Newt Cunningham wrapped up the meeting by noting the importance of disagreeing about issues without being disagreeable and called the meeting adjourned at 10:33 a.m.

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North Texas Municipal Water District Annual Report Shares Successes and Challenges Overcome during Fiscal Year 2021

WYLIE, TX – Feb. 28, 2022: The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) released its Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2020-2021 sharing numerous accomplishments as it continues to deliver vital water, wastewater and solid waste services in the North Texas region. All services continued without interruption despite the ongoing global pandemic, the historic winter storm, and an increasing population of the 2,200 square-mile area served by NTMWD. “We continue our more than 70-year commitment of regional service through unity,” said NTMWD Board President Phil Dyer. “This report highlights the extraordinary achievements of our dedicated employees in the face of numerous challenges, and shares the investments needed to ensure these critical services are available around the clock for the two million North Texans who rely on us to be good stewards of these resources.” The year began with a major milestone to serve our growing population with the start of construction on the Sister Grove Regional Water Resource Recovery Facility, located on

a 1,000-acre site east of McKinney. This new facility will serve some of the fastest growing cities in the northern part of our regional wastewater system. In the Spring, NTMWD began to impound (capture water) in 16,641acre footprint of Bois d’Arc Lake. It is the first major reservoir in Texas in more than 30 years and necessary to prepare for the future growth of our service area. In May, the NTMWD Board of Directors selected the District’s newest executive director and general manager, Jenna Covington. “I continue to be honored to lead this team of dedicated professionals providing critical safe, reliable water, wastewater and solid waste services to our region,” said Covington. “We are in a strong financial and organizational position, and I am confident in the District’s ability to meet our responsibilities for the millions of North Texans counting on us today and in the future.” Download the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Annual Report.

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The Praising Of God By Mike Dickison (Minister of the Ivanhoe Church of Christ) While many refuse to believe in God, some today desire to praise Him. We see people wanting to praise God, but simply not knowing what it means to praise or glorify God. We find great examples of praise to God in the Old and New Testaments. David encourages our praise to God, “And my tongue shall speak of thy righteousness and of thy praise all the day long” (Psalm 35:28). And again, “Seven times a day do I praise thee because of thy righteous judgments” (Psalm 119:164). Paul and Silas “prayed, and sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them (Acts 16:25). We ARE to praise God, but HOW is God praised? Our words are an important part of Worship. A declaration is involved with praise; “Saying, I will declare thy name unto my brethren, in the midst of the church will

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Scriptures from NLT Showing Security of Believers Submitted by Rex Ray 1. John 3:16 “For God loved the world so much, that he gave his one and only Son, so that everyone that believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.” 2. John 3:36 “Anyone who believes in God’s Son has eternal life.” 3. John 5:24 “...those who... believe in God who sent me have eternal life. They will never be condemned for their sins...” 4. John 6:39 “And this is the will of God, that I should not lose even one of all those he has given me, but that I should raise them up at the last day.” 5. John 10:27-28 “My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and

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Mark your calendar for Saturday, March 19th for our annual clean-up day. In case of inclement weather, we will meet the following Saturday. Members are asked to begin clean-up at the Allens Chapel Cemetery at 8am, then proceed to the Vineyard Grove Cemetery to continue removing limbs, faded flowers and broken containers. We are a Non-Profit 501c3 organization so your donations are tax free. Keeping up two cemeteries and a community center is a challenge, so anyone wishing to donate may do so by submitting your donation to:

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(TPW) on recreational opportunities including boating, fishing, and hunting. NTMWD constructed three public access boat ramps with day-use picnic areas which remain closed until the lake is complete and meets all safety requirements to open. All recreation activities on Bois d’Arc Lake will follow state regulations as determined by TPW. Boating, fishing and hunting are prohibited at this time. NTMWD will notify the public when the lake is open. “We look forward to a day hopefully soon when we can celebrate this great achievement for North Texas,” said Covington. “Bois d’Arc Lake has been many decades in the making, and it will provide the essential water supply needed as well as outdoor fun for generations to come.” Learn more at www.BoisdArcLake.org.

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

Episcopal Ivanhoe Baptist Church 4063 NO.FM 273 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 (903)583-2359 Holy Trinity Episcopal Church 623 Star Allen’s Point Baptist Church 310 CR Street (W 7th & Star Street) Lamasco Baptist Church 346 CR 2615 903-583-7112 2775 Honey Grove, TX 75446 903Telephone, Texas 75488 903-664-2454 378-7038 The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Landmark Missionary Baptist Church Bailey Bible Baptist Church 1409 W. Market St. Honey Grove, Texas The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter205 Leslie Bailey, Texas 75413 day Saints, Bonham 1540 S Hwy 78 75446 (903) 378-7835 (903) 851-4954 Bethlehem Baptist Church “The House Little Bethel Baptist Church of Bread” 1415 Franklin Avenue, Lutheran Bonham, TX 7541 Office: 903-583-8061 PO Box 63 Ladonia, Texas 75449 Phone (903)367-7708 St. James Lutheran Church 14394 Bois D’Arc Creek Cowboy Church E FM 1396 Windom Tx 75492 Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Rt 1 Box Hwy 121 & Edhube Road Phone:903-378-7116 101B, PO Box 73, Ladonia, Texas Phone 903-583-1671 Methodist 75449 Phone (903)367-7009 Boyd Baptist Church 3707 St. Hwy. 78 N Bonham, Texas Phone (903) 583-7288 New Zion Baptist Church 627 County Road First Congregational Methodist Church corner of Hwy 121 and W 13th St. PO Box 1265 Bonham, TX 75418 903-961-2027 386 Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-7380 Calvary Baptist Church 913 S. 5th St Baptist

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McKenzie United Methodist Church in Honey Grove 700 N. 6th St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 903-378-2315

Westside Baptist Church 1500 West Main Honey Grove, Texas 75446 903378-3468 West Shady Grove Baptist Church 13665 East Line Road Trenton, TX

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

Windom Baptist Church PO Box 1026 Windom, TX 75492 (903) 623-2215

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Gathering Tine Cabin Ministry 487 CR 2105 Ivanhoe, TX Bro. Abe Ogea Pastor 903-449-0180

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

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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) 739-2567

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By Scott Finley Does anyone remember the old days of being “on call?” Way back when you carried a pager instead of a smart phone? You would receive a number to call, and then you had to find a phone to use. When was the last time anyone saw a pay phone? Some fancy pager models would even let you type in a line or two of text on a very tiny green screen. It’s estimated that there were 61 million pagers out there by 1994. Now, pagers are as dead as the dinosaur – and all because of the advent of the cell phone, better known as the smart phone. Still, for those who had one, pagers made us feel instantaneously connected, even though we really weren’t. The idea that someone could get a message to us, no matter where we were, was exciting. Now, we just take it

for granted. Something that’s never taken for granted, though, is a call to the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline at 1-800-272-3900. It doesn’t matter what time of the day or night the call is made, the phone will be answered by a real live human. Support staffers speak not only English, but Spanish, Chinese, Hindi and many other languages. You’ll speak with a specialist or master’s-level clinician in complete confidence. No matter what your question, you’ll find an answer. Our Helpline staff can address memory loss, dementia, and Alzheimer’s disease. They can talk with you about medication and treatment options that may help with cognitive and behavioral symptoms for a time. They can offer strategies to reduce caregiver stress, and tips for providing quality care. They

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2022 Fannin County Farm and Ranch Roundup

Press Release - The 2022 Fannin County Farm and Ranch Roundup will take place at the Multi-Purpose Complex on March 31, 2022, from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. The Farm and Ranch Roundup has become one of the most exciting agriculture events to take place in the North Texas Region. The event is free to attend and open to the nd public! Whether you live in residential areas, own large tracks of land, are engage in small- or large-scale agriculture production, you don’t want to miss this event! The evening will begin with a “Grazing Hour” in which we will have an agri-business showcase. The food will consist of cowboy hors d’oeuvres including steak fingers, beans and cornbread, sliders, etc. The “Grazing Hour” will allow attendees to meet, greet, and mingle with agribusiness professionals from Agriculture Businesses in the North Texas area. This event has created long lasting relationships with landowners, producers, homeowners, and industry professionals. For more info, call: This event will also include our keynote speaker from 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. in which we will have Donnell Brown, owner of R.A. Brown Ranch to discuss the future of the Agriculture Industry. This event is open to the public and free to attend. If you have any questions, feel free to give us a call at 903-583-7453 or email cody.maxwell@ag.tamu.edu.

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Community Food Pantry in Honey Grove has moved to McKenzie United Methodist Church, 701 7th Street. We need help with with groceries or donations, please. 1st and 3rd Thursday each month. Time change: 5:00 - 7:00pm. Contacts: Joann Dyer - 903623-4132 or 903-227-9565 Star Breece - 281-832-8116 Kim Humbarger - 281-6507258 God Bless You!

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When: Tuesday • 1pm - 5pm. Where: 914 S. 5th St. Bonham (across from Calvary Baptist Church.) For more information: 903-583-3910

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STACEY DARLENE 3/30/21 (KARR) LABELLE

Bonham-Stacey Darlene (Karr) LaBelle, age 37, of Bonham, TX was born on October 10, 1984 to Michael Blaine and Janet Marie (Grider) Karr; she passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2022 at Texoma Medical Center Bonham Hospital. Stacey married Jeremy Duane LaBelle on August 30, 2008 in Grapevine, TX. She worked for a medical firm in accounting. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, daughter, aunt, and friend. Stacey was very devoted in “Amazing Little Hearts” a nonprofit support group for families who have been touched by children with congenital heart defects. She loved jeep life and people and loved being with and spending time with her family. Stacey is survived by husband, Jeremy LaBelle of Bonham; children, Hunter LaBelle, Shelby LaBelle, and Micheala Pierce, sister, Tammy Crabb and husband Jimmy of Ballinger; sister-in-law, Amanda Borchardt and husband John of Venus, parents, Michael and Janet Karr of Lewisville, mother-in-law and father-in-law, Becky and Mike Sargeant of Venus; in addition to 3 nephews, 1 niece and extended family and friends. Visitations were held at 10:00am on Friday, March 11, 2022 at Northview Baptist Church in Lewisville, TX; funeral services followed starting at 11:00am. Bro. Kenneth Wells officiated. Serving as pallbearers were Ben Salas, Kalvin Karr, Brandon Karr, Michael Karr, Jordan Karr, and Gary Jones. To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www.coopersorrells.com.

SARAH FAYE (TABOR) ROBINSON

Bonham-Sarah Faye (Tabor) Robinson, age 94, of Ravenna, TX was born on March 7, 1927 to William Gensis and Pearl Jane (Wright) Tabor. She joined our heavenly father on Saturday, March 5, 2022 while at Manor Nursing Home in Antlers, OK. Faye married E.B. Robinson on June 23, 1945 in Bonham, TX; he preceded her in death on

February 18, 2005. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Faye is a retired custodian for Texas schools. She is of the Pentecostal faith. She is survived by daughter, Janet Overton and husband James, son-in-law, James Holley of AR; grandson’s, Jesse Overton, Jeremy Overton, Ricky Holley, and Freddy Holley; great granddaughters, Lizzie Overton, Nicole Overton, Carmine Holley and Alisha Holley; great grandson’s, Aaron Holley, Perry Holley, Johnathan Holley, and Ryan Holley; along with numerous nieces and nephews, and extended family and friends. In addition to her husband, E.B. Robinson she is preceded in death by her daughter, Edwena Holley, grandson, Chip Holley, parents, William and Pearl Tabor, and sisters, Betty Hill and Minnie Phillips. Visitation was held on Thursday, March 10, 2022 at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home in Bonham, TX from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Funeral services were at 2:00 pm on Friday, March 11, 2022 at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel in Bonham, TX. Interment followed at Lamasco Cemetery. To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www.coopersorrells.com.

JEREMY MICHAEL MONTE

Memorial Services for Jeremy Michael Monte, 35, of Bonham, Texas will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 19, 2022 at Wise Funeral Home Chapel in Bonham, Texas. Jeremy Michael Monte was born March 10, 1986, to Michael Monte Jr and Dora Hernandez Spann in Plano, Texas. Jeremy was very loved by everyone. He was funny and a Clownster, he would always make you laugh if you were sad. Loved playing video games and an avid watcher of Anime with his kids. Spoke with authority and the kids all loved and respected him for that. He had a really big heart for his family. They always came first. Loved his children and wife above all and provided for them best he could. He is preceded in death by his grandfather Michael Monte Sr., Aunt Margie, and “Granny.” He has survived by his Wife Amanda Bennett Monte, Children: Sammantha Rae, William Michael, Hunter Owen, Gavin Reed, Aubree, Georgia, and Lorene, Father: Michael Monte Jr. and wife Donna, Mother: Dora Spann and husband Terry, Mother-InLaw: Pat Donaho, Grandmother: Carol Monte, Grandparents’: Joe and Margaret Hernandez,

Sister-in-law’s: Cathy Donaho, Emily and Kenny Littleton, Kimberly Donaho, Aunts and Uncles: Rebecca Walker, Alicia and Phil Braswell, Joe and Teresa Hernandez, Michael Rodriguez, Annemarie and Darin Burks, Paul & Jennifer Monte, Elizabeth and Bryan Brown, Martha Bryant, Lillian Collinsworth, and Wanda Mohon, and numerous cousins and friends.

JAMES EDWARD MORRIS JR.

Memorial services for James Edward Morris Jr., age 68, of Bonham, will be held 2:00 PM Saturday, March 19, 2022, at the First Christian Church in Bonham, Texas. Rev. Rick Edwards will officiate. James passed away at his residence on Saturday, March 5, 2022. James was born in Odessa, Texas on April 15, 1953, the son of James Edward Morris Sr. and Alice Mae Rogers Morris. He was a 1971 graduate of Windom High School where he enjoyed playing basketball and was affectionately nicknamed “Crusher” by his teammates. He married Jo Ann Millhollon on June 16, 1977 in Bonham, Texas. James was a United States Navy Veteran and enjoyed hunting, gardening, camping, baseball, and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren. James was preceded in death by his grandparents, Clyde and Mae Morris of Windom, TX and his parents. He is survived by his wife, Jo Ann Morris of Bonham, sons, Jeremy Morris and wife, Chandler Johnston of Bonham and Christopher Millhollon and wife, Veronica of Sherman, TX; sisters, Ginger Morris of Denison, TX, Priscilla Lane Morris of Allen, TX, and Nancy Morris and husband Rick Daugherty of Plano, TX; grandchildren, Christian Millhollon, Ashlyn Morris, Kammie Morris, Aiden Morris, Wade Morris and great grandchildren, Riley Albrecht, Evelyn Morris-Davenport and numerous extended family from all over Texas and a host of friends. You may sign the online guest register at www.wisefuneralhome. com

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On Sunday, February 27, 2022, Sharon Smith loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend gained her angel wings and flew home to be surrounded by those who loved her. Sharon was born in Windom, Texas to Thomas and Flora Smith. Sharon graduated Dodd City High School and loved keeping to her home roots, always near Fannin county. She loved going thrift store shopping, collecting jewelry, going to Choctaw Casino, taking pictures and enjoying life outdoors and most importantly loved her dog Lucy. She is survived by son, Eddie Aldridge and family; Alicia Stephens and two granddaughters; and Anthony Lester and children. She is also survived by siblings Frankie Taylor and family; Michelle Delgado and family; Billy Smith and family; Carolyn Smith; and Pam Smith and family. She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother and three sisters. A memorial will be held on Sunday, April 3 at the Denison Dam at 1:30pm.

ASHLYNN NICOLE KING

Bonham-John Paul Wilkerson, age 68, of Reno, TX passed peacefully from this life to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, March 6, 2022 while at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 8, 1953 to parents Leo Dale and Vergie Wilkerson in Deport, TX. Preceding him in death are his parents of Pearcy, AR and brother Richard Bruce Wilkerson of Ohio. John Paul is survived by loving family members which include 2 sons, Aaron Wilkerson and wife Miranda of CO, and Ryan Wilkerson and wife Gaby and granddaughter’s Elizabeth and Victoria of McKinney, TX; daughter, Whitney Wilkerson and grandchildren, Keaton, Emberlee, and Gracelynn of Paris, TX. Three brothers, David Wilkerson and wife Nancy of Clarksville; Robert Wilkerson and wife Katie of Pattonville; and Gaylon Wilkerson of AR. Five sisters, Lorene Linton of Mineola, Shirley and husband Charles Ray of Blossom, Donna and husband Darwin Young of Reno, Virginia Murdock of Tyler and Debra Blackman of Tennessee and many beloved nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. A special thank you to sister, Donna Young and caregiver Kim Wesson for their loving care of John Paul during his battle with ALS. John Paul worked for Bonham Chrysler in Bonham, and James Hodge Motors in Paris. He proudly served in the U.S. Army in Germany. John Paul was an active member of the Bonham, VFW, where he and his friends gathered daily for dominoes. He was an avid reader, loved to hunt, play pool, and watch western movies. John Paul will be missed by his children, family, and many friends. Visitations were held prior to the service on Thursday, March 10, 2022 followed by funeral services at 2:00 pm at CooperSorrells Funeral Home in Bonham, TX. Chaplain Gene Owen officiated. Interment was held at Briggs Chapel, 46 Academy Rd, Nashville, (Nathan)Arkansas on Friday, March 11, 2022 at 11:30 am. To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www.coopersorrells.com.

LUETTA CALLAHAN Graveside services for Ashlynn Nicole King, 30, of Ravenna, Texas, were held at 2:00 PM Sunday, March 13, 2022 in Arledge Ridge Cemetery Pavilion under the direction of Wise Funeral Home. Bro. Mark Posey officiated. Ashlynn passed away Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at Texoma Medical Center in Denison, Texas. Ashlynn was born February 28, 1992 in McKinney, Texas, the daughter of Jeffrey Paul King and Tracy Lynn Knight King. One of her favorite past times was watching TV and movies. Ashlynn was a happy young lady and loved being with her family, especially her mother. This bond was strong and everlasting. Ashlynn leaves to cherish her memories, her parents, Jeff and Tracy King of Ravenna, TX; paternal grandparents, Ronnie King and Betty King of Bonham, TX; maternal grandmother, Barbara Knight of Ravenna, TX; aunts and uncles, Joe and Tina King of Bonham, TX and Melissa and Shaun Oglesby of McKinney, TX; cousins, T. J. King and Justin Powell; extended family and friends.

3/15/22 Bonham-Luetta Callahan age 88, of Bonham, TX was born on July 4, 1933 in Gober, TX to Emmett and Una Robinson Broiles; one of eight children. Luetta passed away on Saturday, March 5, 2022 at Medical City Plano Hospital. Luetta attended school in Gober, Texas where she loved basketball and was a Gober Plowgirl. She married David Callahan on June 18, 1954 in Dallas, TX. Luetta was a member of the Northside Church of Christ, and she loved all her church family. She is survived by her sons Mark Callahan and wife Renette of Longview, TX and Ron Callahan and wife Tina of Dodd City, TX. The other loves in Lue’s heart were her 2 grandsons that she adored, Michael Callahan

of McKinney, TX and Drew Callahan of San Marcos, TX. She is also survived by her sister Peggy Cummings and her brother Mack Broiles and wife Sandra of Denison, TX. She was blessed with a large family and many nephews and nieces that she loved. She was preceded in death by her husband, David Callahan in 2003; her parents Emmett and Una Broiles, brothers, Emmett Jr., James, and Ben; and sisters, Iris Wigley and Ruth Broiles. Funeral services were held at 10:00am on Thursday, March 10, 2022 at Northside Church of Christ. Mr. Alan Lay and Mr. Jordan Willis officiated. Visitations were held on Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home Bonham, TX from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Interment followed at Gober Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were Michael Callahan, Drew Callahan, Rickey Amlin, Rod Ralls, Rickey Dickson, and Barry Frambes. Honorary pallbearers were Steve Mohundro, Kelly Kemp, Roy Kemp, and Andy Walker. To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www.coopersorrells.com.

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VACCINATIONS Hayes Equine - March 22 Newsletter Spring is the preferred time to give yearly vaccinations to your horse. This ensures it has the highest level of protection when it needs it the most. Your horse’s individual needs will determine which vaccine is recommended. 1. Core Vaccine. This Zoetis product contains Eastern and Western Encephalitis, Tetanus, West Nile and Rabies. It does not include Rhino Flu which is transmitted from horse to horse. Core Vac is a good choice for horses that are in a closed herd environment (no outside exposure). It is also given to foals when they are started on a vaccination program. 2. Rhino Flu Vaccine. This is for the prevention of respiratory sickness. Rhino is the EHV1 Herpes virus. It is recommended that this vaccine be given every six months, especially to horses with high-risk exposure. 3. 7 Way Vaccine. This combination vaccine has East and West Encephalitis, Tetanus, West Nile, Flu, Rhino. Equine activities will be starting up soon, so be sure your horse is protected. Call the office to set up a weekday appointment or come in on Saturdays between 8am till noon. No appointment required! HAY SOLUTIONS This time of year, it is tough to find affordable quality hay. Using a slow feed hay net will decrease waste. These nets have smaller openings then standard nets. The amount of hay in each bite is restricted, so hay lasts longer. It also mimics grazing, and helps to prevent impaction colic and ulcers. If you feed round bales, Hay Chix manufactures slow feed nets

If the foal isn’t nursing in 3 hours or stops nursing (a dripping udder is a sign) call the vet. If the foal acts colicky, or is straining to have a BM, it needs enemas. MARCH CASTRATION SIGNS: MARCH 24-30

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Something Fishy on the Menu Game wardens wrapped up an investigation into a Bastrop restaurant illegally selling white bass caught in public waters in Lee County. The subjects first denied selling the fish, but when confronted with their “fresh fish for sale” postings on Facebook, along with photos of the fish, they quickly changed their story and confessed. Seventy-seven white bass were seized and citations were issued. Putting Out the Cat Game wardens in northeast Texas were recently patrolling at night while four separate predator hunting tournaments were taking place simultaneously in surrounding counties. Using a twist on the “Bucky the deer decoy” setup wardens have relied on for years to catch road hunters, they put out a bobcat decoy. It didn’t take long before a tournament participant came along and shot the decoy with a rifle from a public roadway. Multiple cases are pending. Facebook Advertising Works Game wardens received an Operation Game Thief crime stoppers call alleging an individual was trying to sell an alligator on Facebook. Wardens quickly determined the man was actually looking to sell the rifle pictured in his post, not the alligator, which still begged the question “Where did he get the gator?” Wardens continued the investigation and learned the individual harvested the alligator illegally in San Jacinto County. During an interview on April 13, wardens gained a full confession from the individual. Appropriate charges and restitution were filed. Forged Bill of Sale, Priceless Game wardens in Grimes and Robertson counties followed up on a tip that an individual had forged signatures on a boat title and bill of sale. After interviewing the subject who submitted the documents, it was discovered that he did submit a fake bill of sale written by a friend and changed the amount of which he paid for the boat. Charges of tampering with government documents with intent to defraud or harm (2nd degree felony) and forgery (3rd degree felony) are pending. A Series of Poor Choices At about 11 p.m. on April 7, an Uvalde County game warden was patrolling near Utopia when he noticed a vehicle

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Cooper GREAT. Water lightly stained; 47 degrees; 4.25 feet low. Fish between cold fronts for best success. Blue catfish are good on fresh cut shad. Channel catfish are good on prepared baits. Report by Johnny Ward, Ward’s Catfish Guide Service. Fork FAIR. Water Stained; 46-47 degrees; 6.38 feet low. The crappie bite has been good on Lake Fork the past week on both minnows and jigs. Water temperatures are on the rise and fish are on the move. Right now you can still catch numbers of fish in 35 feet of water and deeper on timber, suspended and roaming. A few bigger fish being caught in the mid range depths around 18-25 feet of water. Getting a few reports of a handful of crappie in shallow water less than 10 feet, but the general consensus is the spawn is still a few weeks out. The low lake levels will create new challenges due to exposed timber on the shallow north end. The next few weeks will show just how difficult it may be to get to some of those bigger fish that push up into 5-18 feet of water to spawn. Lake Fork is still one of the premier crappie lakes in the country and I expect we will see some huge crap-

pie being caught for the next two months. Report provided by Jacky Wiggins, Jacky Wiggins Guide Service. Bass are good on square bills and chatterbaits around ditches and big wood in 4-6 feet of water, chatterbaits in 3-5 feet of water, creature type baits and Texas rigs are good in 3-5 feet of water on big wood and lay downs, and Viper XP jigs in 3-5 feet of water on big wood and near drop-offs. Ray Roberts SLOW; Water lightly stained; 47 degrees; 0.73 feet low. Blue catfish and channel catfish are good in 3-10 feet of water using cut shad. Crappie are good in the main creek channels bridges and structure. Largemouth bass are good on structure in 15-18 feet of water using umbrella rigs. Tawakoni GOOD. Water lightly stained; 55 degrees; 2.39 feet low. Light winds and sunny skies have the fish on the move. The striped bass and white bass have begun a late move up the lake, and we are seeing fish as far as the mouths of the creeks in 25-30 feet of water. Swimbaits and small flukes continue to put fish in the boat and 25-30 feet of water. Crappie are fair on bridge pilings and mid depth timber using jigs in gray ghost

and white and chartreuse are working well. Large trophy blue catfish have been slow this past week. Look for these fish to turn on in shallow timber 2-10 feet of water. Eater sized fish in the 2-4lb range are stacking up on main lake points when the wind blows. Cut shad has been the ticket. Largemouth bass are good in extreme shallow water on the far north and west ends of the lake. Weightless flukes and small shallow water crankbaits around lay downs and potholes are working best. Texoma GOOD. Water lightly stained; 49 degrees; 1.30 feet low. The spawn is approaching and bass are seeking shallow warmer water working river ledges, drop-offs and humps biting on swimbaits. Report by John Blasingame, Adventure Texoma Outdoors. Striped bass are good in 60-75 feet of water using live bait. Success in 15-25 feet of water deadsticking flukes. Blue catfish are good in 5-20 feet of water on cut shad, carp and drum. Crappie are staging in 15-20 feet of water on structures. The warmer weather could push them shallower to spawn. Report provided by Trey Franklin, Tight Lines Guide Service.

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JOB TITLE: Full time Roadhand OFFICE: Fannin County Pct. #3, Honey Grove, TX SUPERVISOR: Fannin County Commissioner, Jerry Magness REQUIREMENTS: CDL required, no current CDL need not apply. Equipment Operator with belly dump or end dump experience. BENEFITS: Vacation, Sick Leave, Holidays, Retirement, Medical Dental & Life Insurance CONTACT: Jerry Magness 18101 E FM 1396 Honey Grove, TX 75446 (903)378-2941 Applications are on our website at www.co.fannin.tx.us or may be picked up at the Fannin County Auditor’s Office at 200 E 1st St., Bonham, TX.

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JOB TITLE: Full-time Records Clerk OFFICE: Fannin County Sheriff’s Office JOB DUTIES: Process and file various law enforcement/ criminal justice paperwork. Provide customer service to the public, other law enforcement agencies, and other members of the criminal justice system. Perform other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITION: Must have high school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED). Supplemental course work in criminal justice or a related field is preferred. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK FOR POSITION: No Class-A Misdemeanor or higher convictions. No Class-B Misdemeanor convictions within the past ten (10) years. Comparable out-of-state convictions apply. APPLICATIONS: May be picked up at the Fannin County Sheriff’s Office, 2375 Silo Rd., Bonham, TX 75418, Monday - Friday 8AM – 5PM., or online at www.co.fannin.tx.us

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS THE CITY OF BONHAM FOR THE FOLLOWING Public Works Department POSITIONS Is accepting applications for 2 positions of Street Dept. HVAC Technicians, JourneyEquipment Operator I. man Electrician, and HVAC/ THE CITY OF BONHAM Requirements: Experience Electric Apprentice and Public Works Department in heavy equipment Helpers. Competitive wages Is accepting applications operation, street repair based on experience, vafor a City Mechanic and construction; perform cation and company paid Requirements: This is a heavy manual labor and insurance. For more inforlabor position that involves work in all types of weather mation call 903-583-4018 preventive maintenance conditions. $13.78 hourly or apply in person at Blain and repair ofTITLE: City of Bonham JOB Part-time Pct. #3 Secretary to include paid vacation, Service Company, 7258 N equipment and vehicles. HOURS: 18 hrs. per week sick time, personal time, Hwy 78 in Ravenna. Preferred work history of per hr. SALARY: $12.00 retirement. Medical, dental, relatedREQUIREMENTS: vehicles, machinery,Computer and light and experience vision insurance White Shed WSC and equipment office workto include; available at minimal costs. White Shed Water Supply heavy BENEFITS: and light equipment, Pro-rated Vacation, Sick Leave, and Applications are available Corporation is accepting roadway vehicles, vehicle Retirement Monday Friday, 8am - 5pm applications for the General air-conditioning, vehicle CONTACT: Jerry Magness at Bonham City Hall, 514 Manager position. All Electrical wiring, hydraulics, 18101 E FMChestnut 1396 St., Bonham TX qualified applicants must welding, and gas and diesel Honey Grove, TX 75446 75418 or online at www. have a Class C Groundwater vehicles and machinery. (903)378-2941 cityofbonham.org. Positions license, a minimum of $20.50 hourly to include CLOSING DATE: Open until filled open until filled. The City five years management paid vacation, sick time, of Bonham is an Equal experience or supervisory personal time, retirement. Opportunity Employer. experience. The G/M Applications are on our website at www.co.fannin.tx.us Medical, dental, and vision will work closely with the or mayavailable be picked up insurance at at the Fannin County Auditor’s CNC Lathe/ office manager, system at Applications 200 E 1st St., Bonham, TX. Mill Machinist minimalOffice costs. POSITION OPENINGS operators, engineers, are available Monday B.F. Gammon Tool & Die is contractors, and the Board Friday, 8 am - 5 pm at accepting applications for of Directors. Duties will Bonham City Hall, 514 immediate openings for include overseeing all Chestnut St., Bonham TX CNC Lathe/Mill Machinaspects of the business 75418 or online at www. ist and also someone with operations, which includes cityofbonham.org. Positions 1/11/22 Gear Cutting experience. 40 daily operations, system open until filled. The City hours per week plus overcommunicate effectively of Bonham is an Equal time. Full benefits including and maintain a safe working Opportunity Employer. paid healthcare, retirement environment. benefits and holiday, vacaSalary will be based NP FARMS tion and sick pay. Climate on actual experience, ENTERPRISE LLC controlled shop. 7:30amknowledge, and skill level. Looking to hire farming 4:00pm, 5 days per week. Benefits include retirement, experienced employees. Send resume via email paid insurance, company Pay will depend on to brett@bfgammon.com. truck, phone allowance, experience. Call Nathan 903-583-3597 and paid vacation time. Prater 903-449-2904. Applications are available on our website at: whiteshedwsc. ruralwaterusa.com. Applications and resumes must be received by April 903-583-2877 15, 2022 at 3:00 pm. We are currently looking for smiling faces who have E-mail: whiteshedwsc@ a passion for working with children. Full-time and gmail.com part-time positions available. Must be 18 or older In Person: 5167 N. FM 273, Ivanhoe, TX 75447 and have a high school diploma. Apply in person. Mail: P.O. Box 80, Ivanhoe, TX 75447

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY FOR Secretary to Texas A&M AgriLife 1/11/22Fannin County ExtensionThe Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service in Fannin County will be accepting applications through March 31, 2022, for the position of Secretary to Fannin County Extension Agents. Applicants should be proficient in all Microsoft Office programs; have the ability to learn and utilize additional online programs; have excellent communication, organizational, and record keeping skills; work well with people; and perform duties with minimal supervision. This position will provide administrative support for three agents and the ability to handle multiple tasks is essential. Benefits include: vacation, sick leave, holidays, retirement, medical, dental and life insurance. Applications are available through Fannin County Extension Office 2505 North Center St. Bonham, Texas 75418, online at www.co.fannin.tx.us Employment Opportunities, or you may contact the Fannin County Extension Office at (903) 583-7453, or email: Bethany.Arie@ag.tamu.edu. Applications must be submitted with complete resume and cover letter. Applicants will be subject to an official background check.

CLASSIFIEDS 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.

EXPERIENCED FULL TIME DRIVERS Wanted with Class A CDL University Transportation is a dedicated carrier For a Fortune 500 customer at a Major Distribution Center in Durant, OK. • No touch freight • Home 3 – 4 days per week & weekends • Earn an average of $71,000 - $86,000 annually $2,000 sign on / referral bonus • Start at $.57 per mile 2100 / 2600 miles weekly • Safety & Operations bonus after 90 days • Trip & detention pay Paid vacation / weekly guarantee • Full medical benefits / company paid life insurance • Part time drivers needed $200 per day & home every night University is 100% Employee Owned (ESOP) company Experience what being a Beneficial Owner Of the company can do for you as a driver Contact Bill Scribner Office 580-931-2136 / Cell 903-267-1428

HELP WANTED HELP WANTED Must be able to work days, help throwing birds, and general clean-up. Full time positon but could arrange 2 part time positions. Bonham, TX area. Call 605670-9175. HELP WANTED Need an experienced carpenter’s helper. Call: 903-821-0604 or 903-8148620

AUTOMOBILES FOR SALE: 2008 Saturn Outlook, White. 220 Chestnut St. Bonham. 903583-3000. FOR SALE: 2003 Ford Taurus, Silver. 220 Chestnut St. Bonham. 903-5833000. FOR SALE:2004 Dodge Ram, Red. 220 Chestnut St. Bonham. 903-583-3000.

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AUCTIONS BONHAM BEST STORAGE UNIT AUCTION! NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Saturday, March 26th @ 10:00 am at 2624 N. Center St., Bonham, TX. Complete contents including Indoor & Outdoor Furniture, Tools, Toys, Clothing, etc., of 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: Stacy Potter, Terry Roberts, Leslie Madry, Rod Danz, Penny Pearsons, Cheryl Snyder, James Ramirez, Gina Ruskey, Steven Miears, Corey Halbert, John Dooley, Charlie Mahart, Deana Taylor and John Pilliod.

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COMPLETE CONTENTS (Misc. items) of self-storage unit(s) will be sold to satisfy landlord’s lien. Sale will be held Saturday, March 18th @12:00 pm at 107 West Hayes St., Savoy, TX. Seller reserves the right to withdraw the property at any time before the sale. Unit’s contents sold for cash to highest bidder. Property includes the contents of units.

FOR SALE 2018 JAYCO EAGLE M-330 RSTS 39ft. 3in. by 8ft., 3 Sliders, 2 Awnings, King Bed, Full size Refrigerator and Freezer, 50 in. TV, Fireplace, and Leather Furniture (new condition). Contact 903-227-2157 or 903-227-2567.

FOR SALE FOR SALE: Cherry wood dinning room set, with 2 leafs and 6 chairs. Murphy brand cedar chest. Wall mount chime clock. XBOX 360 with 8 games. Call 903-486-6078 or 903-647-2044. FOR SALE Like new, electric weed eater, approximately 4 hours of useage $45. 940-634-1669.

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FOR SALE Bicycle for sale, like new, electric. $350. Call 940-634-1669, ask for Leroy.

GARAGE SALES GARAGE SALE 701 N. Main Dodd City Friday - Saturday, March 18th-19th, 9am- 2pm. Mens clothes, lawn fequipment, kitchen items, and much more. BECAUSE OF BAD WEATHER Moving Sale at 504 N. Piney Dodd City Rescheduled for Thurs. 17th and Fri. 18th, 9am to 5pm.

Notice of Public Hearing before the Bois d’Arc Lake Zoning Commission

Notice is hereby given that the Bois d’ Arc Lake Zoning Commission of Fannin County, Texas will hold a public hearing starting at 8:20am, Thursday, April 7, 2022. This will be held at Fannin County Courthouse, 101 E. Sam Rayburn Dr., Bonham, TX. All interested citizens of the County are invited to attend and participate in the public hearing. Please check Fannin County’s website, under Upcoming Meetings (www.co.fannin.tx.us), up to 72 hours prior to the meeting for more details. The Lake Zoning Commission will hear comments concerning text amendments to the official Bois d’Arc Lake Zoning Regulations regarding: Nonconforming Uses and Structures, Section 3.06. Voting by the Commission will take place at the regular meeting following the public hearing. For additional info & official protest forms, contact Development Services 903-449-4220 or email dhopkins@fanninco.net. Any protest forms must be received by Development Services by 2:00pm, Tuesday, April 5, 2022. Responses received after that time shall not be counted in the record response. The protest shall state the reason for the protest, list the address of the property or contain a legal description of the property on behalf of which the protest is made, and must be signed by the owner of the property. Zoning Regulations & info are on the Development Services web site www.co.fannin.tx.us/page/fannin.developmentservices Zoning map can be found on Fannin CAD interactive map www.fannincad.org/interactive-map/

CLASSIFIEDS GARAGE SALE Fri- Sat March 18-19 9:00am- 3:00pm 308 N. Bois D Arc, Savoy, Texas. Lots of Miscellaneous Household items, and 2T4T girls clothes. 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.

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

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BRIGGS BICYCLE REPAIR 1405 Cedar, Bonham 30 yrs. Experience Call Campy 940-634-1669. HOME REPAIRS & REMODELING Kitchens, baths, additions, cabinets, carpentry, decks, porch covers, fencing and siding. Drywall repairs and painting. Call Billy at 903-413-4338.

CLASSIFIEDS ROBERT’S HEATING and AIR Licensed and insured. Free estimates. 24 hour service. We accept all major credit cards. Financing Available. Robert Fuller, owner and operator. License# TACLB27431E Call 903-647-0816. TEXAS BEST HANDYMAN & REMODEL: Over 20 years experience. No job too small. Free estimates. Call Eric Baldwin 469400-4086. Serving Grayson and Fannin Counties. EBS YARD WORK • Zero Turn Mowing • Tree Cleanup • Small Skid Steer Work • Haul Away Trash Serving Professionally For 25 Years. Psalms 119 903-436-2296 A & A HANDYMAN SERVICE We do any repairs, demolition or remodeling, lawn care, tree service, cleaning out houses, trailer homes, sheds, or barns. If you have a job idea, let us know. No Job too Big or too Small!!! Call 469-422-7990.

PROFESSIONAL PAINT & DRYWALL REPAIRS: Cracks, holes, patches, water damage, sheetRENT A STORAGE UNIT rock repair, ceilings, walls, A PAW UP IN BONHAM matched texturing. Interior/ Helping Animals Several large units are Painting.Court 40+ years Notice is hereby given that theExterior Commissioners of Fannin County, starting Texas will hold a In Need Thrift Store available at $74.95 experience. Call12, Johnny 101 West Hayes, Savoy public hearing starting at 8:50am, Tuesday, April 2022. @ This will held at Fannin with beelectricity. UnitCounty sizes 903-209-6958 Open Friday101 thru Courthouse E. Sunday Sam Rayburn Dr., Bonham, TX. up to 10 ft. x 22 ft. Gated 10am-5pm. parking in spaces at All interested citizens of the County are invited to attend and participate the publicstart hearing. MUNOZ LAWN CARE $44.95. Located at 400 Please check Fannin County’s website, underTRIMMING Upcoming Meetings (www.co.fannin.tx.us), up & TREE GREAT NEWS! Katy Blvd. Contact less to 72 hours prior to the meeting for more details. All kinds of fences built and E.L. Finney’s rental online 24/7 at repaired too. concerning For estimate The Commissioners comments text amendments to the official Bois General StoreCourt will hear www.brightstartstorage@ 903-267-2503 d’Arc Lake Zoning Regulations call: regarding: Nonconforming Uses gmail.com and Structures,For Section more 3.06. Will finally be opening, Voting At by the Court take place at the regular meeting following the public hearing. again! 405 N. will Main, information call Randy at FARM and LAWN Bonham. Vendors, For additional info & please official protest forms, contact Development Services 903-449-4220 or email (903) 292-0657. MAINTENANCE contact me ASAP, as we dhopkins@fanninco.net. Tree service, landscaping, will ableforms to move STAPP TREEApril TRIMMING Anybeprotest must bein, received by Development by 2:00pm, Tuesday, 5, 2022. brush clearing, Services fence of beginning Monday, Feb. 21, AND REMOVAL Responses received after that time shall not be counted in the record response. The protest shall any kind, pipe fence paint2022. text for Connie Hauling, Damage, state Call/ the reason the protest, list the power addresswashing, of the property or contain a legalStorm description of the ing, house @ 903-227-9568. Dead property on behalf of which the protest is made, and mustpatios, be signedDemolition by the owner Work, of the property. painting, flagstone Wood Removal, Licensed driveways,Services lot mowZoning Regulations & info are ongravel the Development web site TUTORING SERVICES and Bonded. Over 25 Years ing, gutters and drainwww.co.fannin.tx.us/page/fannin.developmentservices Math, Reading, & Writing. Experience. Call 903-583age, concrete 20 Years Zoning mapExperience. can be found on Fannin CAD interactivedemolition, map www.fannincad.org/interactive-map/ 7888. “Cheaper than the any odd jobs. Call Jose Dawn Cox, Howe, Texas. cheapest. Give me a call, I Vazquez at 903-227-5898 903-819-1260. can handle it all, guaranor 903-583-1259. teed.”

Notice of Public Hearing before Fannin County Commissioners Court

GRANT SERVICES PUBLIC NOTICE

The City of Bonham is soliciting service providers for one or more Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) grants from the Texas Division of Emergency Management, Texas Water Development Board and/or other sources, including Hazard Mitigation Grant 3/15/22 Program, Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities, and/or Flood Mitigation Assistance. Accordingly, the City seeks to contract with a qualified service provider for pre-award and post-award management of HMA project(s). Please submit 4 copies of your proposal of services and a statement of qualifications to Attn: Heather Stockton, City of Bonham 514 Chestnut St Bonham, TX 75418. Proposals must be received by the City no later than 2:00 p.m. on March 23, 2022 to be considered. The City reserves the right to negotiate with any and all proposers, as per the Texas Professional Services Procurement Act and the Uniform Grant and Contract Management Standards. Minority Business Enterprises, Small Business Enterprises, Women Business Enterprises, and labor surplus area firms are encouraged to submit proposals. The City of Bonham is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Servicios de traducción están disponibles por peticion.

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Notice of Public Hearing before the Bois d’Arc Lake Zoning Commission

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and 3/15/22 Notice of Public 3/8 Hearing before Fannin County Commissioners Court

Notice is hereby given that the Commissioners Court of Fannin County, Texas will hold a public hearing starting at 8:50am, Tuesday, April 12, 2022. This will be held at Fannin County Courthouse 101 E. Sam Rayburn Dr., Bonham, TX. All interested citizens of the County are invited to attend and participate in the public hearing. Please check Fannin County’s website, under Upcoming Meetings (www.co.fannin.tx.us), up to 72 hours prior to the meeting for more details. The Commissioners Court will hear comments concerning text amendments to the official Bois d’Arc Lake Zoning Regulations regarding: Nonconforming Uses and Structures, Section 3.06. Voting by the Court will take place at the regular meeting following the public hearing. For additional info & official protest forms, contact Development Services 903-449-4220 or email dhopkins@fanninco.net. Any protest forms must be received by Development Services by 2:00pm, Tuesday, April 5, 2022. Responses received after that time shall not be counted in the record response. The protest shall state the reason for the protest, list the address of the property or contain a legal description of the property on behalf of which the protest is made, and must be signed by the owner of the property. Zoning Regulations & info are on the Development Services web site www.co.fannin.tx.us/page/fannin.developmentservices Zoning map can be found on Fannin CAD interactive map www.fannincad.org/interactive-map/

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PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE: Contents of the following units located at 708 Crockett, Wolfe City TX 75496 will be sold to the highest bidder if rent is not paid in full within 15 days of this publication. Units include #45 & 87 Debbie Greenhaw. And unit #39 Alice Kaderli.

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FOR RENT 2 BR, 1 Bath House in Ector. NO pets. References required. Call 903-2270653 after 5PM for details.

GOBER CEMETERY ASSOCIATION BID NOTICE The Gober Cemetery Association is accepting bid proposals for: • Repairing/replacing the interior sub-flooring at the Gober Community Center • Installing laminate flooring at the Gober Community Center Gober Community Center physical address: 4640 FM 68, Gober, TX 75443 For more information regarding this project, contact Joetta Wallace, secretary/treasurer, at (903) 227-1016 or Joetta.wallace@gmail.com. Bid proposals due March 23, 2022 by 5:00pm. Proposals can be mailed or hand-delivered to Joetta Wallace, 5920 FM 68, Wolfe City, Texas 75496 or emailed to Joetta Wallace at joetta.wallace@gmail.com. Gober Cemetery Association reserves the right to reject any/all proposals submitted.

REAL ESTATE FOR RENT Commercial Office Space Call to See! 1609 North Center Street, Suite D, Bonham, TX 75418. Approx. 2000 sq. ft., Great Location, High Traffic, Lobby, Executive Suite, Conference Room, Break Room, 5 Private offices, 3 bathrooms, storage closet, Parking in front and back. Call 903-583-0225 or 903-640-3635 for showing.

FOR RENT 2 Bed 1 Bath Mobile Home. Clean and Fresh, Country setting, close to town. $850. 903-583-9120. PINE RUN APARTMENTS Now taking applications for 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Please call 903-378-7146. 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.

OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT 225 to 300 sq. feet or build to suit. 2501 N Center ST. Bonham. 903-583-9527. 220 E. 1st St Bonham, TX 75418 6500 SF Total. 3500 SF Warehouse w/concrete floors & loading dock. 3000 SF Office w/approx 8 offices, large meeting room space, 2 restrooms, kitchen area, HVAC, recently remodeled. $2,500 per month (utilities not included). Call or text 903-583-0108.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Michael Lee Stuart, Deceased, were issued on November 30, 2022, in Cause No. PR-2021-12962, pending in the County Court at Law of Fannin County, Texas, to: Stephanie Stuart. 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. STEPHANIE STUART c/o: Abraham C. Bloomenstiel Attorney at Law 101 E. Park Blvd, Suite 450 PLANO, TX 75074

NOTICE OF REQUIREMENT TO COMPLY WITH THE 3/15/22 SUBDIVISION SERVICE EXTENSION POLICY OF DESERT WATER SUPPLY CORPORATION Pursuant to Section 13.2502 of the Texas Water Code, Desert Water Supply Corporation (WSC) hereby gives notice that any person who subdivides land or requests more than two water service connections on a single contiguous tract of land within the retail 3/15/22 public water utility service area (“service area”) of Desert WSC must comply with the Developer, Subdivision, and Non-standard Service Requirements (the “Subdivision Policy”) contained in Desert WSC’s duly adopted Tariff. The service area of Desert WSC covers parts of Collin County, Fannin County and Grayson County, Texas, and is more particularly described in Certificate of Convenience and Necessity No. 10158 issued by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC) or one of its predecessor agencies. The phrase “subdivides land” includes the division or re-division of any tract of land into two or more tracts or lots for which a plat is required or for which a plat will be recorded pursuant to either Chapter 212 of the Local Government Code or the duly adopted plat and subdivision regulations of any county or municipality with jurisdiction. Desert WSC is not required to extend retail water utility service to a service applicant in a subdivision when the developer of the subdivision fails to comply with the Subdivision Policy. Among other requirements, the Subdivision Policy requires the developer of a subdivision in Desert WSC’s service area to: — complete a non-standard service application; — submit an approved final plat showing the property to be served; — pay a Service Investigation Fee; and — enter into a non-standard service contract with Desert WSC. Depending on the level and type of service requested by a developer, the Subdivision Policy may impose additional requirements including: — service inspection and evaluation by Desert WSC’s engineer of service needs and impact a proposed subdivision and service extension will have on Desert WSC’s water system; — payment of fees for reserving water supply capacity; — forfeiture of reserved water supply capacity for failure to pay applicable fees; — payment of costs for constructing improvements to Desert WSC’s water system that are necessary to provide the water or service requested for a subdivision; — construction of water transmission facilities and other improvements within the subdivision according to Desert WSC approved plans and specifications; and — conveyance and/or dedication of water system improvements to Desert WSC by the developer following inspection and approval by Desert WSC. Be advised that certain tracts of land in Desert WSC’s service area may be subject to water system improvement construction cost reimbursement agreements. It is the responsibility of developers to contact Desert WSC by telephone (903-364-1016) or by email (mgr@desertwsc.com) to determine whether a tract of land is subject to a reimbursement agreement.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC ELECTION Texoma Council of Governments will conduct a public election for a low-income representative from FANNIN COUNTY to serve on the Community Services Advisory Council.

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The public election will be held at the T.E.A.M. CENTER, 806 W. 16th St., Bonham, TX 75090 on Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. The primary function of the Community Services Advisory Council is to participate in the development, planning, implementation and evaluation of programs designed to serve low-income communities. Eligible candidates must reside in FANNIN COUNTY, and receive social services such as but not limited to: utility assistance, food stamps, food pantries, public housing or rent assistance OR work for a social service agency that serves low-income clientele. An application and job description can be obtained by contacting Judy Fullylove, Energy Services Director at 903-893-2161 extension 3537 or by email jfullylove@tcog.com. Applications must be received by Tuesday, March 29, 2022.

The current Tariff and service area map for Desert WSC are available for review and download on Desert WSC’s official website: http://desertwsc.com

Eligible candidates will be placed on a ballot and will be elected by a simple majority of those attending the election at the appointed time and location referenced above.

Desert WSC’s service area map is filed of record at the PUC. To obtain a copy of the map, please send your request by email to water@puc.texas.gov or by mail to Public Utility Commission of Texas, Water Utility Division, Attn: Mapping Staff, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, TX 78711-3326. A copy of Certificate of Convenience and Necessity No. 10158 containing a map and description of Desert WSC’s service area is also filed of record in the Official Public Records of Collin County, Fannin County and Grayson County, Texas.

Interested parties are encouraged to attend and participate. Persons with disabilities who plan to attend the public election and who may need auxiliary aids or services are requested to contact Judy Fullylove, 903893-2161 extension 3537 two (2) weekdays prior to the election to ensure appropriate arrangements are made.

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Check BEFORE you develop!

Currently, permits are required in Fannin County if you wish to: 1. Put in a culvert. 2. Develop or build in a FEMA Floodplain. 3. Build in the Bois d’Arc Lake 5,000 ft Buffer Zone. 4.Develop a manufactured Rental Community, for 2 or more lots. 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 – Di Hopkins 903-449-4220 (Culverts, Lake Zoning, Subdivisions & Rental Communities)

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SPORTS SPORTS Bonhi alum Englutt notches Experiencing Extended Advance: 300th win as s’ball manager Englutt coached Honey seasons all ending in the Lady

Grove to a bi-district appearance in 2009 and 23 wins after tying for the district runner-up postseason berth during his second season at the school. His first and last of three seasons at Honey Grove ended outside of the postseason via fourth-place finishes in district play -- which, nowadays, would have garnered his teams trips to the playoffs as the fiBonham softball manager Micky nal district qualifier. He Englutt watches one of his play- finished his stint there er’s at bat on Feb. 15 from the with 47 wins. third base coach’s box. Following the 2010 season, Englutt, a 1997 BonPhoto by Rich Hilliard ham graduate, returned to his alma mater. By Rich Hilliard “When I got the opportunity,” said Englutt, “I wanted to BONHAM -- Hours after come here and bring my pasrecording his milestone 300th sion for the game ...” career win on March 4, BonEnglutt coached Bonham to ham softball manager and 22 wins and a bi-district trip in alum Micky Englutt recalled 2011, before getting the Lady something -- from several Warriors into the area round years ago. the next four seasons -- all ad“I reflect back on when I got vances via runner-up finishes my start,” said Englutt. “I was during his first five seasons fortunate to have good lead- back home. His teams afterership at Honey Grove from ward continued winning -- 25 [coaches] Kathy Clark and victories in 2012 and another Dustin Smith ... 22 in 2014. “They taught me the ropes He coached Bonham to an [of coaching] and the flip slde outright undefeated district of sports -- that it’s also about championshipl in 2016, a share dealing with kids,” he said. of a title in 2017 with Aubrey “I’m thankful to them for and Celina and another runnerthat.” up finish in 2018 -- the three

Warriors’ third, fourth and fifth trips in softball program history to the regional quarterfinal round. In 2019, Emory Rains stopped Bonham a round short of a fourth-straight regional quarterfinal advance -- en route to winning the Class 3A State title. During those four years, his Bonham teams amassed 108 wins: 28 in 2016, 29 in 2017, 24 in 2018 and 27 in 2019. Bonham had a 16-2 record as district play began in 2020 -before COVID-19 spread concerns truncated that season a game into district competition. A 20-win effort last season concluded with Bonham’s 12th-consecutive postseason trip in the sport -- and 10thstraight under Englutt -- via a bi-district appearance -- a narrow three-game series loss to Edgewood. His pursuit of additional career milestones -- and another postseason run for Bonham -- continue this month and the next during District 11-3A play. “I’ve been fortunate to have kids who shared that passion [I have for this game],” he said. “Fifteen years -- I never thought I would be at 300 this fast.”

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division, Cambree Fromme, Leonard, 205 squat, 120 bench,235 deadlift 560 total; ninth, 132 division, Kalissa Chambers, Leonard, 245 squat, 165 bench, 250 deadlift, 660 total; 10th, 181 division, Sabrina Larue, Bonham, 230 squat, 140 bench, 230 deadlift, 660 total; 10th, 220 division, Jocelynn Chappell, Leonard,215 squat, 125 bench 230 deadlift, 570 total; 12th, 165 division, Miriam Nieto, Leonard, 250 squat, 150 bench,250 deadlift, 650 total; 15th, 198 division, Angie Vazquez, Leonard, 175 squat, 120 bench, 205 deadlift, 500 total; 17th, 132 division, Caycee Woodard, Honey Grove, 225 squat,105 bench, 185 deadlift, 515 total; 19th, 132 division, Kaylee Baxter, Leonard, 205 squat, 90 bench, 205 deadlift,500 total; 23rd, 132 division, Molly Bement, Honey Grove, 150 squat, 75 bench, 180 deadlift, 405 total; 24th, 148 division, Maria Alvarez, Honey Grove, 225 squat, 100 bench, 220 deadlift, 545 total; DQ, 105 division, Sonora Flowers,Honey Grove, 220 squat, 95 bench, NA deadlift, 315 total.

Hornets hoops end season in first regional final since 2012

Dodd City’s Gunnar Wilson (15) puts up a shot near the basket on March 5. Wilson equates one of three seniors the Hornets will lose to graduation in a couple of months -- and the only starter. Dodd City junior Aydan Balvin (4) controls the dribble on March 5.

Champions Crossland, Passanisi, Westbrook top Fannin County State-bound girls lifters

CHICO -- Regional champions Avery Crossland, Jordan Passanisi and Sara Westbrook led several Fannin County school girls who qualified for State powerlifting competition on Thursday, March 17, in Corpus Christi. Crossland, a Leonard senior, repeated as the Region VI Division III champion in the 259-plus division. She set regional records with her squat (500 pounds), deadlift (380) and total (1,140) and was the best lifter in the squat event at the regional. Crossland also had a 260 bench. Passanisi, a Bonham senior, won the 198-pound competition at the same regional to qualify again. Passanisi squatted 350, benched 240 -- breaking a regional record that had stood since 2013 -and deadlifted 340 for a 930 total. Westbrook, a junior, won the 105 division to advance -- 220 squat, 140 bench, 230 deadlift, 590 total -- for Leonard, which finished second as a team with 21 points. Naomi Gonzalez finished as the regional runner-up in the 165-pound division to advance to State -- 340 squat, 150 bench, 315 deadlift, 805 total -- for Bonham, which finished third with 11 points.

Leonard’s Kailyn Freeman advanced to State as the 123 division runner-up via these following amounts: 250 squat, 150 bench, 260 deadlift, 660 total. Honey Grove also had two girls qualify for the State competition: as 2A lifters: Allison Charles, 114 division,175 squat,70 bench,180 deadlift, 425 total; Nicole Briscoe, 259 division, 300 squat, 135 bench,305 deadlift, 740 total. Bonham junior Xitlali Padilla garnered third in the 123 division and will be a State alternate: 260 squat, 130 bench, 220 deadlift, 610 total. Meanwhile, Leonard senior Korina Wallace had a 190-pound regional-record bench en route to finishing sixth in the 132 division. She also had a 265 squat and a 265 deadlift for a 720 total. Other competitors from Fannin County schools included the following, with their regional finish, weight class, name, lifts and totals: fifth, 114 division, Avery Compton, Leonard, 230 squat,135 bench, 235 deadlift, 600 total; fifth, 148 division, Abby Grady, Leonard, 310 squat, 150 bench, 275 deadlift, 735 total; seventh, 123 division, Abby Cavender, Leonard,230 squat,130 bench, 245 deadlift, 605 total; ninth, 123

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Dodd City sophomores Jaden Mahar (11) and Ethan Barnard (21) play defense on March 5. Story and photos By Rich Hilliard MANSFIELD -- First-year Dodd City head coach Mike Scarbrough has had plenty of experiences in the environment that is the boys’ basketball regional finals. His previous teams at perennial powerhouse Nazareth frequently played at that stage of the basketball postseason -- en route to winning State championships, a few times. Conversely, Dodd City’s Hornets had not played in a regional final in boys’ basketball -- in a decade. In the postseason in 2022 for a sixth-straight season, their previous five advances had been stopped prematurely in the area round -- the last three via Slidell, the Class 1A champion in 2019 and a State finalist the last two seasons. Things changed during this postseason -- Dodd City, in the area round, defeated Slidell, 59-39, on Feb. 25.

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Dodd City junior Ashton Balvin (2) controls the dribble on March 5.

The Hornets followed with a 51-24 win over PerrinWhitt in the third round on March 1 -- assuring a trip to the Region III-1A boys’ basketball tournament. A win over Lingleville, 4731, on March 4 in the regional semifinals advanced Dodd City to that stage -- familiar to their new head coach, but unfamiliar to the school in boys’ basketball since 2012. Graford on March 5 held off Dodd City, 30-27, to earn a trip to State -- leading throughout the regional final, but challenged constantly during the last three quarters by the Hornets. Double-digit leads -- 12-2 after one quarter and 14-4 early in the second -- never reached that much again. Ashton Balvin’s falling buzzer-beating jumper cut Graford’s halftime lead to 14-10. Dodd City stayed within a few possessions of the lead in the second half -- once whit-

tling the deficit to two points late in the third quarter on an Aydan Balvin basket and thrice to three points in the fourth on baskets by senior Gunnar Wilson. The Hornets, a district champion this season for the first time since 2019, finished their year with a 30-8 record -- state-ranked since the release of pre-season polls by the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches in October. “A lot of times, the first year is the roughest -- they [the players] don’t buy in, “ said Scarbrough, “but that was not the case this year. “From Day 1 back in June, I told them [the Hornets] they needed to get in the gym. In the fall, I told them they needed to come to open gym,” he said. “They did everything I’ve asked. “It’s good for them to experience this. They got to see [the result] of all their hard work.”

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Brief Explanatory Statements of Proposed Constitutional Amendments Special Election, May 7, 2022 Proposition Number 1 (SJR 2) SJR 2 proposes a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for the reduction of the amount of a limitation on the total amount of property taxes that may be imposed for general elementary and secondary public school purposes on the residence homestead of a person who is elderly or disabled in order to reflect any statutory reduction in the maximum compressed rate of the maintenance and operations taxes imposed for those purposes on the person’s homestead from the preceding tax year. The proposed amendment will appear on the ballot as follows: “The constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for the reduction of the amount of a limitation on the total amount of ad valorem taxes that may be imposed for general elementary and secondary public school purposes on the residence homestead of a person who is elderly or disabled to reflect any statutory reduction from the preceding tax year in the maximum compressed rate of the maintenance and operations taxes imposed for those purposes on the homestead.” Proposition Number 2 (SJR 2) SJR 2 proposes a constitutional amendment increasing the amount of the residence homestead exemption from property taxes for public school purposes from $25,000 to $40,000. The proposed amendment will appear on the ballot as follows: “The constitutional amendment increasing the amount of the residence homestead exemption from ad valorem taxation for public school purposes from $25,000 to $40,000.” Published by The Office of the Texas Secretary of State, www.sos.texas.gov, 1/800-252-VOTE (8683).

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