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“We are so proud to be chosen for this amazing opportunity,” said Library Director Jennifer Reeves. “This grant will allow our library to get to know our residents with disabilities better. It will help us improve our services to ensure this population feels welcome and comfortable in our space.”

As part of the grant, Bonham Public Library staff will take an online course in how to lead conversations, a skill vital to library work today. Staff will then host an in person and virtual conversation with residents about their thoughts on how they would like to see the grant funds used to improve the building facilities for easier access for those with disabilities.

Creating an accessible and inclusive environment is essential for supporting individuals with disabilities. Introducing accessibility measures into a building can significantly benefit these individuals and make the building more inclusive.

Over the years the staff have helped individuals open and hold the heavy front doors, assisted individuals up and down the stairs, and helped others navigate the study room doors. Through this amazing opportunity we will finally be able to address one or more of these issues.

If you are interested in getting involved or taking part in the conversation, please contact Jennifer Reeves at jreeves@ cityofbonham.org, or visit www.bonhamlibrary.net for more information.

Since 2014, ALA’s Libraries Transforming Communities initiative has re-imagined the role libraries play in supporting communities. Libraries of all types have utilized free dialogue and deliberation training and resources to lead community and campus forums; take part in anti-violence activities; provide a space for residents to come together and discuss challenging topics; and have productive conversations with civic leaders, library trustees and staff.

“Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities is an initiative of the American Library Association (ALA) in collaboration with the Association for Rural and Small Libraries (ARSL).”

DISCUSSION, CONSIDERATION AND ACTION ITEMS:

was led by Judge Cunningham with Major James Manis, Retired, leading the Pledges.

4. Introductions: Judge Cunningham introduced and welcomed Troy Waggoner to the court who won the race for County Commissioner Precinct 1. Mr. Waggoner noted he would be volunteering to assist any Commissioner in need on Tuesdays and Fridays. After welcoming Mr. Waggoner, Judge Cunningham introduced Xochitl Gonzalez (pronounced So She) who is an intern from Austin College and will be assisting Judge Cunningham’s Administrative Assistant Lisa Loiselle with the day-to-day workings of the county court to obtain credit from her school.

5. Public Forum: There were no speakers for Public Forum ROUTINE ITEMS:

6. Approve payment of bills – County Auditor: Fannin County Auditor Alicia Whipple noted the bills this week were $505,302.81. Commissioner Magness made the motion to pay the bills with Commissioner Kopf seconded the motion which passed.

7. Approve amended Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 January 2024 monies received report; from $8,466.20 to $11,699.20 – County Judge (for JP1): Judge Cunningham explained with Ms. Whipple assistance, how there had been an error made in the original submission due to an earlier than normal reporting submission. A motion was made to approve the amendment by Commissioner McQueen with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed.

8. Report of monies received by the Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 office for February 2024; $9,333.00 –County Judge (for JP1): Informational only.

9. Report of monies received by the Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 office for February 2024; $5,622.60 –County Judge (for JP3): Information only.

10. Report of monies received by the County Clerk’s office for February 2024; all courts combined, $9,983.48, land records $31,971.00 –County Clerk: Informational only

11. Report of monies received by the District Clerk’s office for February 2024; $17,805.69 – County Judge (for District Clerk): Informational only.

12. Discussion and possible action regarding implementing a Burn Ban in Fannin County – Emergency Management Coordinator: Fannin County Emergency Coordinator Troy Hudson explained how last Wednesday he received a call from National Weather Service alerting him to a drier forecast than what had actually occurred. After touching on there having been 21 fires since the start of the year and how easily fires can erupt in dry conditions when people are burning debris in

windy conditions, he advised no-one attempt outside burns when wind are greater than 23 mph. He commented on a recent fire caused by someone burning in windy conditions that threatened the town of Randolph and caused residents to evacuate their homes. He then noted that because of the recent rains and the rain in the forecast, consideration for a burn ban could be put off till next week. Judge Cunningham then commented on how subdivisions need water before noting how the creation of a new MUD going in on the western side of the county had been advertised in the Fannin

County Leader. He asked Troy what he knew about a large development being proposed in that area. A lengthy discussion then ensued about the fire dangers involved when homes are built in the country without proper water facilities in place. Though not confirmed, it was noted that it was heard that the development in question was one that would have 3,200 homes.

All About Dogs

Doggie Dental Hygiene

By Gregg Flowers

Most of us have encountered a dog with really bad breath.

The cause of this is always some level of periodontal disease, meaning 'tooth and gum related', but this ultimately can cause some serious health issues for your dog. Untreated dental disease not only causes

tooth loss, it can lead to painful abscesses and systemic infections throughout your dog’s body. Bacteria from bad teeth, winds up in Fluffy's bloodstream, and can affect her organs in a dire way.The lungs, brain, heart, her muscles, etc., are potentially at risk from bacterial infection stemming from periodontal issues. If tooth bacteria in her bloodstream gets to her heart,

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this can be a serious problem. A condition known as 'Bacterial Endocarditis' (infection of the heart valves) can ensue and is usually fatal. Additionally, if a dog has periodontal disease, over time, the bacteria in her saliva will produce toxins which are easily ingested when she swallows. This again becomes a systemic issue and certainly shortens her life.

The first signs of potential oral problems start with plaque which is just a sticky deposit on the surface of Fluffy's teeth. Next comes tartar, which is a calcified deposit on her gum line. It's usually brownish. Left unattended, this leads to decay. The next step in your dog's deteriorating dental health, is gingivitis, meaning inflammation of the gums. Things usually go downhill from here.

So how do we head this off?

I think it's important to have kibble in your dog's diet and also things to chew on that can aid in keeping the plaque

and tartar down. Bully sticks, bones, rope toys and hooves are good for this. Most dogs who have lost teeth, commonly have been largely on wet and canned dog food. It's not a bad idea to brush Fluffy's teeth periodically. You can get her used to the idea by briefly rubbing her teeth gently with your finger for a few days. After that, you can graduate to a finger brush from the pet store, and later if able, a doggie toothbrush.You can find dog toothpaste at the pet store. (Human toothpaste is bad for your dog.) They also make doggie dental wipes. In the beginning, keep the tooth brushing sessions brief and upbeat, with plenty of positive feedback. Many times a dog will come to enjoy having their teeth brushed. - If your dog is a little older and her teeth are already loaded up with tartar, more than likely, your vet will have to do a cleaning.

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Meals on Wheels, BONHAM, needs VOLUNTEERS to deliver meals to home bound seniors and adults with disabilities.

Just ONE HOUR of your time a week can make such a difference.

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feet. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone. During the project there will be road closures at the Cottonwood Creek bridge and the Sandy Creek bridge as the contractor replaces the existing bridge. Message boards will be placed in advance of the road closures to alert local traffic of the upcoming closure.

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

SH 78, from US 82 to the Oklahoma State line. Watch for daytime shoulder closures and occasional lane closures as workers install sloped-end treatments on drainage structures and replace bridge rail and guardrail.

FM 100, from SH 56 to FM 2216. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

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

CR 1020 at Caney Creek. CR 1020 at Caney Creek is closed to through traffic to allow for replacement of the bridge. During the closure, traffic is asked to use CR 1030 as a detour.

SH 121, from SH 56 to SH 11. Watch for daytime

closures as maintenance crews perform blade leveling on the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

Fannin County Precinct One

Road Work updates for Week ending 3/12/2024

As commissioner, I plan to let you know every week what we accomplished the prior week. As citizens, you expect us to be out working daily in the precinct and bringing our county roads back up to at least a minimum standard.

We have rented a mini-excavator for a few weeks and have been working on drainage issues on CR 4300, 2040, 1450 and 1120. In most cases, a backhoe’s size makes it hard to position for many of the jobs we need to do without creating a mess. Next week

we want to use it to start putting in some culverts that need replaced, also.

Brush that had been cut has been picked up on CR 2225, 2200, and 2605. Thanks to Jerry Magness, Commissioner Precinct 3, we have started using a grader blade to collect the cut brush into piles and then use a tractor with a grapple to load in a dump trailer. A lot less physical work is involved in doing it this way.

Dale McQueen, Fannin County Commissioner Precinct One 903-965-7030

NOTE: All Commissioners are encouraged to submit updates from their Precinct.

Publication is free as a service to County residents and their Commissioner.

Recipe Sponsored by:

This next recipe is from Tyler Florence. He is a really good chef and I have always enjoyed his recipes.

TANGERINE-GLAZED EASTER HAM with CARROTS

1 (8 to 10 lb.) smoked ham, bone-in, skin on Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

1 bunch fresh sage leaves

¼ c. extra-virgin olive oil

1 c (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut in chunks

2 tangerines, sliced thin, seeds removed

2 c. tangerine juice

2 c. light brown sugar, packed

1 c. water

¼ tsp. whole cloves

2 cinnamon sticks

11 or so peeled carrots, fresh

Preheat the oven to 300°. Put the ham in a large roasting pan, fat-side up. Using a sharp knife, score the ham with cuts across the skin, about 2-inches apart and ½-inch deep. Cut diagonally down the slashes to form a diamond pattern; season the meat generously with salt and pepper. Chop about 8 of the sage leaves and put it in a bowl; mix with the oil to make a paste. Rub the sageoil all over the ham, being sure to get the flavor into all the slits. Bake the ham for 2 hours. Now there is plenty of time to bang-out the tangerine glaze. Place a saucepan over medium heat. Add the chunks of butter, tangerines, tangerine juice, brown sugar, water, and spices. Slowly cook the liquid down to a syrupy glaze; this should take about 30 to 40 minutes. After the ham has been going for a couple of hours, pour the tangerine glaze all over it, with the pieces of fruit and all. Scatter the remaining sage leaves on top and stick the ham back in the oven and continue to cook for 1.5 hours, basting with the juices every 30 minutes. Scatter the carrots around the ham and coat in the tangerine glaze. Stick the ham once again back in the oven and cook until the carrots are tender, the ham is dark and crispy, and the whole thing is glistening with a sugary glaze. Set the ham on a cutting board to rest before carving. Serve the carrots and tangerine glaze on the side. I hope some of you will make this for your Easter lunch.

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

His books are written under pen name Robert Scribe. Rev. Bob wrote five of his novels in one year. He stated writer’s cramp was a reality that year. His novel, Glory, is the only book he’s written which is Texas based. In it, he mentions the First Christian Church of Honey Grove and how it experiences much growth during the span of years in the book. All of Rev. Bob’s novels are available for check-out at the Honey Grove Library very soon.

Letter to the Editor

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Dear Editor:

The Smokehouse Creek Fire has left a devastating mark on Texas, claiming 1.3 million acres, countless homes, and precious lives. Its sudden onset reminds us of the unpredictable nature of disasters.

If you think it can’t happen to you, please think again. As a volunteer with the Federal Emergency Management Agency, I can’t stress enough the importance of disaster preparedness. In addition to planning for yourself, remember to prepare for your animal companions. Pack an emergency kit that contains their medical records, food and water, bowls, medications, first aid supplies, and comfort items. For sanitation purposes, pack newspapers, paper towels, and trash bags. For cats, include litter and a litter box. Animals will likely die if abandoned during an evacuation. Take them with you—keeping dogs on a harness and leash and keeping cats and other small animals in secure carriers, as frightened animals may bolt.

Never leave animals tied up or confined. Fires, falling debris, and rising floodwaters can quickly turn deadly, especially for animals stuck on the end of a chain or in a pen. Cut fences and open stalls to allow large animals at least a chance to escape.

A bit of preparation today could save lives tomorrow.

Sincerely,

Melissa Rae Sanger The PETA Foundation

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248-755-0328 ● ● MelissaRS@petaf.org

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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The Extended Invitation

By Mike Dickison Minister for the Ivanhoe Church of Christ

Paul explains that God has a desire for all to go to heaven. He wrote to Timothy these words concerning God, “Who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth” (1 Timothy 2:4). Paul, then explains the simple truth, “For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus; Who gave himself a ransom for all, to be testified in due time” (1 Timothy 2:5-6).

Jesus invited those that heard him, “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke

is easy, and my burden is light” (Matthew 11:28-30).

John records for us the step that God has taken for the salvation of all men, “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life” (John 3:16).

The message of the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ is the gospel (1 Corinthians 15:1-4). Paul reminds us that the gospel is powerful, “For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek” (Romans 1:16).

After the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus told his disciples, “All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go ye therefore, and teach all

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nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world” (Matthew 28:18-20). Mark records for us, what Jesus commanded to be taught, “Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned (Mark 16:1516). John records that words of Jesus, “Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me” (Revelation 3:20). The Lord invites. We must hear and open.

Sunday Morning Re-Wind “Answer the Call”

Hello everyone!

The Bible tells us in Isaiah

6:8, “Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?

Then said I, Here am I; send me.”

When it comes to spreading the gospel, Isaiah’s response to the call should also be our response. In Matthew 28:1820, we are commanded to go and spread the gospel to all nations however we possibly can. We may not all have the same abilities, whether it be preaching, teaching, or through music, but we must sow that gospel seed by any means necessary. As I have

said before, some people may not be receptive to what we are presenting to them, but as long as we get the message out there, our efforts will not go in vain.

I feel led to go in a slightly different direction this week. I wasn’t sure what to title this article at first, but then the Lord reminded me of this song that was recorded by Gold City back in 1991.

“I don’t know why we do what we still do, and ignore the One that pleads with me and you; yet He never speaks in anger or distress, but His ears await with patience for our hearts to tell Him, “Yes.”

Answer the call, tell Him you’ll go. No longer stall, Jesus longs to know. Make Him your choice, hear His still voice.

Once and for all, answer the call.”

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

Bro. Josh Stevenson

What The Bible Says About Character

Character is what defines you. It’s what people see in you. It’s what people will say about you after you pass away. Character is one of the most important things you have. How are you investing in yours? Do people see your faith in what you do? Is your character reflected in how you serve the Kingdom? Remember that when you pass away, Jesus will either say, “welcome brother/sister; job well done” or “I never knew you; be gone!” You have right now to decide where your future is.

Romans 5:3-5 – “More than that, we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope, and hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us.”

Galatians 5:22-23 – “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.”

The Lord’s Prayer

Matthew 6:9-13

True character is shown in how you act in any situation. Actions do speak louder than words in many circumstances and you and I have to be on guard against the devil so that when adversity comes our way we can still exhibit the fruits of the spirit in word and deed. How can we shine for Jesus if we are showing the world darkness through our actions?

Proverbs 28:6 – “Better is a poor man who walks in his integrity than a rich man who is crooked in his ways.”

Matthew 12:35 – “The good person out of his good treasure brings forth good, and the evil person out of his evil treasure brings forth evil.”

You can fool men many times with your “character” but you can’t fool God. He’s sees your heart. He knows your intentions. “Has it ever occurred to you that nothing occurs to God?”

Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.

Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.

And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.

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

Young Adults Bible Study Wednesdays @ 6:30

3375 S outh h wy 121 - B onham 903-583-1671 ● P a S tor K evin L ane

Fannin County

Baptist

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

Ivanhoe Baptist Church 4063 NO.FM 273

Life Requires Balance family career time

GOD without balance, TRUE happiness is fleeting include and make time for GOD

A false balance is abomination to the LORD: but a just weight is his delight. Proverbs 11:1

Begin to BALANCE your life this Sunday

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

Bailey Bible Baptist Church 205 Leslie Bailey, Texas 75413

Assembly of God Episcopal

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

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

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

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

Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 (903)583-2359

Savoy, TX 75418 903-436-5440

Lamasco Baptist Church 346 CR 2615 Telephone, Texas 75488

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

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

Cross Point Baptist Church 22025 S. Hwy. 78 Leonard 214-551-4707

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Joyful Light Baptist Church 4695 FM 2645

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

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

Gathering Tine Cabin Ministry 487

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

Pilgram Rest Baptist Church 703 Agusta St. Trenton, Texas

Ravenna Baptist Church 100 Elm Street Ravenna, Texas 75476

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Baptist Methodist

Church of Christ

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

Where Is My Time?

Ector Church of Christ Hwy 56 & Cedar St. Ector, Texas 903-961-3155

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

hunting/fishing sports social life sleep TV work

Catholic Church of God

Katy Blvd Church of Christ 411 Katy Blvd Bonham, TX 75418

Looks like you have it! include and make time for GOD this Sunday

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

Holy Trinity Episcopal Church 623 Star Street (W 7th & Star Street) 682-201-8795

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

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

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

Ector United Methodist Church 401 Church St. Ector, Texas 75439 (903) 217-7665

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

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

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

Grove Hill Methodist Church 5501 FM 1553 Leonard, TX 75452

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

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

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

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

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

Virginia Point United Methodist Church 1386 CR 1200 Savoy, TX

Nazarene

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

Are You A Christian?

Do you serve God?

Lutheran Presbyterian

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

Bonham Living Word Church of God- 699 E Hwy 82 Bonham,TX 75418 Phone: (903) 583-5655

Don't Like Religion?

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

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

Romans 3:23 - For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;

Lannius Church of God 2803 Hwy 897

Dodd City, TX 75438 903-623-3007

Ephesians 4:18 - Having the understanding darkened, being alienated from the of God through ignorance that them, because of blindness of their

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

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

Peace Tabernacle UPC 16020 CR 635 Trenton, Texas (972) 752-4054

this Sunday

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

At 10:30 a.m. Bryan Moore, from Good Earth Soil and Materials, will present his program on “Soil, Compost,

and EarthKind Practices.” At 12:00 p.m. Jim Ewoldsen, former President of the Collin County Master Gardeners Association will present on “Growing Tomatoes.” At 1:30 p.m. Jan Hodson, beekeeper and Texas Master NaturalistElm Fork Chapter in Cooke County will speak on “The Ecology of Native Plants.” All of the speakers are well known and respected for their knowledge and interesting, informative talks. The Fannin County Master Gardeners will have a booth available to help with all your gardening and landscape questions. Each presentation will offer 1 CEU for Master

Gardeners.

A few vendor booth spaces are still available. Fee for a booth space begins at $75. If you would like to set up a booth to sell your product you may pick up a vendor application at the Fannin County Extension office on or before April 1, or call Jacque for more information at 972-571-5581.

Vendors attending the event will include: 160 Lawn & Timber, ASF dba Symmtrex, Bear Creek Country Store – Plants, Bois d’Arc Master Naturalist, Bonham Hardware – Plants,

Bonham State Park, Collin County Beekeepers Association, Cypress Lake Ranch, Fannin County Soil & Water Conservation District, Fannin County Master Gardeners, Go Gardenland – Plants, Good Earth Soil & Materials, Highland Landscaping, The McCarty Farms, NARFE, Nature’s Way Cleaning System, Oakland Apiary, Slanted C/N Creations, Solar Patios and Pergolas, Texwin Metal Buildings.

In addition, the following local businesses have helped

sponsor the 2024 Expo: Brookshire’s, Keystone Enterprises, Panther Row Eatery, Shockley State Farm, and the Windom Feedsack. Food will be available for purchase from Money Mike’s MM BBQ and Trailboss Que.

The Fannin County Master Gardeners would like to express their sincere gratitude to the American Legion Anderson-Roberts Post 283 for their support in promoting this year’s Expo t-shirt.

Commissioners

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After Judge Cunningham commented on change that is coming to our county, it was noted there was to be a townhall meeting at the Ivanhoe Baptist Church on March 14th at 7:00 p.m. Fannin County Development Services Director Di Hopkins noted no-one

had contacted her yet regarding any new developments.

13. Approve one-time severance of two acres from a 14.896-acre tract on County Road 4945 in Leonard; Property ID #109419 – Development Services Director: Ms. Hopkins noted all requirements had been met for this to be approved. A motion was made by Commissioner Self to approve with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which

passed.

14. Approve renewal of TAC Risk Management Pool’s Property and Mobile Equipment Coverage for period July 1, 2024 to July 1, 2025 and authorize County Judge to sign renewal questionnaire on behalf of Fannin County – Judge for County Auditor: Ms. Whipple noted how this was a yearly renewal. A motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed.

15. Approve renewal of the Affordable Care Act Reporting and Tracking Service (ARTS) program agreement and authorize County Judge to sign on behalf of the County – County Auditor: Ms. Whipple explained how once again this was a yearly necessity. A motion was then made by Commissioner McQueen to approve with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed.

16. Approve authorization allowing the Sheriff’s Office to sell vehicles through Rene Bates Auctioneers –Purchasing Agent: Fannin County Purchasing Agent Edwina Lane explained this was regarding two Sheriff vehicles and three seized vehicles and why this action was needed. A motion was made by Commissioner Kopf to approve with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed.

17. Approve going out for Request for Proposal for Emergency Medical Services - Purchasing Agent: Ms. Lane noted how the current agreement is expiring soon and this would allow the county to go out for bids. After an in-depth discussion ensued regarding the process, a motion was made by Commissioner Self to approve going out for bids with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed.

18. Approve authorization to have the Windom building cleaned once a week at a cost of no more than $135.00 per cleaning; to be paid from Contingency – Purchasing

Agent: After a brief discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner McQueen to pass on this at this time with Commissioner Self seconding the motion which passed.

19. Accept or deny Real Estate Broker Request for Proposals - Purchasing

Agent: Ms. Lane described how the requests for proposals had gone out on this but there was only one broker who had responded. After some discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Magness to accept the one response with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed with Judge Cunningham sustaining from the vote due to his having used the business in the past.

OPEN DISCUSSION ITEMS:

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

20. Subdivision Committee and Subdivision Policy – County Judge: This was passed on.

21. Courthouse repairs and litigation – County Judge: No significant updates.

22. Justice Center – County Judge: Judge Cunningham

noted that on the 27th of the month, there would be a meeting where hard numbers would be discussed, and decisions made regarding what the county needs. He reiterated his goto stance of “what do you want, what do you need and what can you afford.”

23. County budget and revenue sources – County Judge: Ms. Whipple noted her disappointment regarding responses from the hotel tax people before Judge Cunningham commented on the activity involved with the Multi-Purpose Center and the ongoing discussions regarding the land involved.

24. Water issues affecting Fannin County – County Judge: This was passed on. 25. Fannin County road issues - County Judge: This was passed on.

26. Discussion regarding 04/08/2024 Solar Eclipse planning – County Judge: Judge Cunningham briefly touched on how this is, reminding everyone to prepare for this event.

27. Discussion regarding solar and wind farms – County Judge: This was passed on.

EXECUTIVE SESSION(S)

IF NEEDED:

28. Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.071, Commissioners Court reserves the right to meet in Executive Session to consult with their attorney –County Judge: Not needed 29. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, Commissioners Court reserves the right to meet in Executive Session to discuss personnel issues –County Judge: Not needed.

30. Consider and take action regarding matters discussed in Executive Session(s)County Judge: See #28 and #29.

COMMENTS AND ADJOURN:

31. Comments by County Commissioners and County Judge: Commissioner Kopf stated his appreciation for the large turn-out for voting last week. Noting the record turnout, he voiced his belief that politicians will pay more attention to the county if a high percentage of voters turn out to vote.

Commissioner Magness thanked everyone for coming today and wished everyone a good day.

Commissioner Self echoed what Commissioner Kopf said and congratulated everyone who won their race as well as those who lost as it was important to have candidates put their names in the hat. He concluded by wishing everyone a good week.

Commissioner McQueen thanked everyone for showing up to court before commenting on the cool weather and voicing his hope everyone comes back next week.

Judge Cunningham noted he took his hat off to everyone who ran in last week’s election and noted there were still a few run-off races. He advised everyone to ask the candidates where they stand on important issues and know where they are coming from before making that final choice. He thanked everyone for coming today and wished God’s blessings on all. 32. Adjourn: The meeting adjourned at 9:47 a.m.

Bonham City Council Meeting – Residential Parking Woes & Project Alpha

By Rose Schwartz

Monday, March 11, 2024, Bonham Mayor H.L. Compton first welcomed attendees to the City Council meeting before asking Pastor Mark Posey of the Congregational Church of Bonham, to lead an Invocation. Mayor Compton then called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. and established Quorum with all council members present except for Councilman Timothy LaVergne II.

1. Consider and take action to approve minutes of the February 12th regular meeting: A motion was made by Councilman John Burnett to approve with Councilman Ernie Quintana seconding the motion which passed.

2. Consider and take action to accept financial report for month ending February 29, 2024: Director of Administrative Services Sarah Osburn, reported that March sales tax payments that would have been for January collections were up approximately 23%. After some discussion, Councilman Michael Evans made the motion to accept with Ernie Quintana seconding the motion which passed.

3. Citizens Opportunity to Speak: [The City Council invites persons with comments or observations to briefly address the Council for the limited purpose of determining whether the matter should be referred to staff for study and response and/or be placed on a future meeting agenda. State law prohibits the City Council from considering deliberations an any item not listed the posted City Council Agenda]: First to speak was a resident of Graham St who thanked the Bonham FD for their excellent response to a

fire at his home that resulted in it being saved. Second to speak was a resident of South 4th St who spoke to ask for a follow-up about an inquiry he had made at the last council meeting in relation to two new homes on W. Second St. and when or if sidewalks (as stated necessary by current regulations) would be being installed.

Bonham Library Director Jennifer Reeves then spoke to notify the council that the state report for accreditation had been filed and that the library is partnering with the Fannin County Appraisal District and will hold three public sessions where property taxes will be covered to inform those wishing to know how taxes are appraised and what the tax calendar is. The first two sessions in March are 3/18 and 3/25 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. More information on the third session can be obtained from the library. Ms. Reeves concluded by noting the unveiling of the Little Free Library at Catron Park that was being held Tuesday 3/12 at 9:00 a.m. in memory of Barbara Gore.

4. Presentation of plaque to Employee of the Quarter: Hu-

man Resource Director Brad Nichols stated the recipient of the Employee of the Quarter for the first quarter of 2024 was Captain Alan Reaves. He noted that Captain Reaves has been with the department for 33 years and noted his legacy would be the many young firefighters he trained and the inspiration those trainees received from him. Captain Reaves thanked the council

and noted it was an honor to be recognized for “what you do.” He then recognized the many firefighters who attended the meeting and thanked them for making the receipt of the award possible.

5. Consider and take action to accept the audit and financial statements as prepared by McClanahan & Holmes, LLP for fiscal year period ending September 30,

2022: April Hatfield, Audit Part-

ner at McClanahan & Holmes, LLP, referred the council to a packet of documents provided to them and noted regarding the opinion of her firm, the city received a clean opinion on the audit. She began her report by referring the council to page 11 that included the balance sheet of the governmental funds and noted how the total assets were showing to be $10.4 million

with total liabilities showing at $5.7 million and total fund balance at $4.5 million. After going over detailed numbers on revenue and expenditures and changes of fund balances for the governmental funds she commented on net changes before covering a summation of net positions.

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I want to thank the voters of Fannin County for entrusting me with the awesome responsibility of serving as your next District Judge. I pledge to work hard each and every day to honor this trust by fairly, impartially and competently administering the rule of law to all who come before the court.

I want to also thank my opponent, Mr. Kyle Shaw, for his willingness step up and participate in the democratic process and contribute to the public discussion on how we can best utilize Fannin County’s only District Court moving forward.

Finally, I want to thank my family, my church and my amazing circle of friends and supporters who helped make our campaign a success - I humbly share this victory with you.

Creative Arts Center Youth Art Contest

Bonham, TX -- The Creative Arts Center in Bonham is pleased to announce a call for art for the center’s annual Budding Artists Contest. This contest is open to Fannin County residents under the age of 18 as of April 1, 2024.

The contest will have two age categories, three artistic categories and offer cash prizes and ribbons. The Kids age group will include kids ages 12 and under. The Youth age group will include youth ages 13 and up. The Painting Contest is sponsored by the Glaser Family Charitable Foundation, the Drawing Contest is sponsored by Bonham Chrysler and the Mix Media, Photography and Sculpture Contest is sponsored

by Kay Carrel.

The Contest Judge is Carolyn Fauble. Fauble attended Western Illinois University and earned a BA in Art Education and an MA in Studio Painting. She retired to Fannin County after being an art teacher in Lewisville School District for thirty years.

As a teacher, she was a jack of all trades teaching drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture, printmaking, papermaking, batik and bookmaking. After retirement, she began concentrating on her painting, both watercolor and acrylic. She worked at developing a unique signature style and content....often spiritual, hopefully imaginative, and frequently mysterious.

The opening night reception will be come and go from 4-6 pm on Friday, April 5 at the center. The awards ceremony will begin at 5:30 pm that evening. The public is encouraged to come to the center for this event and do a “gallery hop” and visit the Fannin County Children’s Center at 112 W. 5th in Bonham during that same time.

Artwork can be brought to the center during normal business hours between March 26 – April 3. Normal business hours are Tuesday – Friday from 10 am to 5 pm and Saturdays from 10 am to noon. The Center is located at 200 W. 5th in Bonham. Artists are limited to submitting three pieces of artwork and must include a completed entry form with each piece. Complete rules, entry forms and other important information can be found at www. CreativeArtsCenterBonham. org or at the center at 200 W. 5th in Bonham.

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More references were cited by Ms. Hatfield who specifically noted page 48 showing the difference between the original budget and the actual numbers that came in for the year. She encouraged the council to read page 59 of the report that had her firms’ findings and recommendations. After John Burnett commented on the quality of the audit and expressed appreciation for those who worked on it, a motion was made by Michael Evans to accept the audit with John Burnett seconding the motion which passed.

of Bonham Human Resources Director Brad Nichols presented the Employee of the Quarter plaque to Captain Alan Reaves.

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6. Discussion regarding safety concerns of parking on narrow streets: A resident of Graham Ave came to the podium accompanied by his assistant who, with the use of a tape measure, gave those in attendance a visual of the width available for vehicles to get through his narrow street with vehicles parked on both sides of the street. He noted that with vehicles parked on both sides of the street, a width of

approximately 94 inches is left which would prevent an ambulance from getting through. After much discussion of the enforcement of rules (no parking on sidewalks) with a resident of Boyd Loop and a resident of S. 4th St adding their comments and suggestions, and City Manager Sean Pate commenting on how citizens have complained about the sidewalks not being accessible due to vehicles being parked incorrectly, Mayor Compton noted he would have the city staff meet to come up with solutions to this problem.

7. Consider and take action

on a Special Use Permit/ Zone Change located at 1410 Franklin St (PID 91633) from Single Family Residential to MultiFamily Low Density: Director of Community Development Mark Kinnaird noted how this request was brought before the February meeting of the planning and zoning committee and noted it was denied unanimously due to several neighbors showing up and mailing in opposition to this request. After he asked why the neighbors opposed this action, a motion was made by John Burnett to deny with Councilman Wayne Moore seconding the motion which passed.

8. Consider and take action on a Special Use Permit/ Zone Change located at 907 E 10th St (PID 91406) from Single Family Residential to Duplex: Mr. Kinnaird noted this was denied at the P&Z meeting with a 5 to 2 vote due to neighbors being opposed to it. Mr. Kinnaird added that the developer is okay with building two Single Family residences at that location. A motion was then made by Michael Evans to deny the request for the duplexes with Wayne Moore seconding the motion which passed.

9. Consider and take action on a Special Use Permit/ Zone Change located at 1807 Franklin St (PID 91533) from Single Family Residential to Duplex: Mr. Kinnaird noted this was approved unanimously by P&Z Committee as there was no opposition received by mail or in person. A motion was made by John Burnett to approve with Wayne Moore seconding the motion which passed.

10. Consider and take action on approving a preliminary plat for Bonham Stars Development (PID 121127): Mr. Kinnaird referred the council to the map provided them showing the location and noted the zoning was not an issue. A motion was made by John Burnett to approve with Wayne Moore seconding the motion which passed.

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11. Discussion and take action regarding adoption of the City of Bonham logo: Sean Pate noted how a few years prior, the city’s tourism and visitor staff began work on plans for Bonhams 175th anniversary. The logo used for the 175th anniversary received much positive feedback from the public and he noted this was about switching from the previous logo (the state of Texas outline with a star noting Bonham as “the Star of North Texas.”) A slide presentation was shown detailing the work that went into coming up with the new logo with Mr. Pate explaining what the transition would involve. At the conclusion of his summation, a motion was made by John Burnett to adopt the 175th logo with Michael Evans seconding the motion which passed.

12. Consider and take action to ratify and authorize the Bonham Economic Development Corporation to enter into a Performance Agreement with Project Alpha: BEDCO Executive Director Joey Grisham explained how at their last meeting, the BEDCO board unanimously approved the performance agreement for a Lisciotti Development. A project that had its beginning before his appointment as Executive Director, will be a retail site that will hire at least 15 full-time employees and be located at the SE corner of 121 and 82.

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OBITUARIES

JACK WALTER PATRICK

It is with heavy hearts that we announce that our dad, Jack Walter Patrick, passed through the gates of heaven on the morning of March 7, 2024.

After a courageous 5 month battle with cancer, Dad was surrounded by all of his favorite people when he took his last breath here on earth. We’re devastated, but we know this loss isn’t just ours. This loss will affect our community and each person that knew him, because that’s exactly who Dad was. Dad touched the lives of every person in his path. Dad had this way of making every person he met feel seen, loved and appreciated. He was everyone’s best friend.

Jack was born in Tyler, Texas to Jackie Ray and Dorothy Ann Patrick. He grew up in Mineola, Texas where he raised cattle with his dad and led his little league baseball team to a state championship. In high school, he joined the rodeo scene and pulled his horse trailer across the country to take titles in tie-down roping. After high school, he went on to Texas A&M, where he was apart of the university rodeo team and studied agri-business and “campusology” as he liked to call it. He had a lot of fun.

After graduation from A&M, Jack and two of his best friends moved across the country to New Jersey to start their first corporate jobs at American Cyanamid. Realizing this cowboy didn’t belong in the city, he took the first available transfer opening to a small town in Kansas. He always said that move was the best thing he ever did, because that’s where he met the love of his life—our mom. Somehow Dad convinced that lifelong Kansan to move to Texas and start a life together. They landed in Paris, Texas and became active members of the local Methodist Church. Soon, they bought land in Honey Grove, Texas, where they would go on to build a house and raise their three kids. Mom and Dad celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary this past year. We’re so proud of their marriage and know that we, without a doubt, had the best childhood because of them.

The rest of his life, Dad pursued a career doing what he loved. He made his living in ag-sales, which supported his hobby—farming. He loved the outdoors, the farming community, each of his co-workers from Milford Ag, Estes and Helena, and all of his customers. Dad made having a job look like so much fun. He made everything so much fun.

Jack was preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy Ann (Cook) Patrick and father, Jackie Ray Patrick. He is survived by his loving wife, Amy Lanell (Keller) Patrick of Honey Grove, Texas, his three children, Jack Carter Patrick and wife Shelby Olson Patrick of Buda, Texas, Page Keller Patrick of Dallas, Texas, and Benjamin Walter Patrick of College Station, Texas, and his sister, Veta DeAnn Patrick of Mineola, Texas.

His pallbearers were Jerad Johnson, Mike Johnson, Steve Merrill, Kyle Milford, Tony Moskal, Craig Moody, Chris Strickland, and Zach Whitlock. His honorary pallbearers were Billy Bob Aycock, Mike Dempewolf, Fred Fore, Ricky Hevron, Rodney Patrick, Mark Reece, Randy Roper, Alan Thomas, Tom Thompson, and Chuck Vanover.

We held a service to celebrate Dad’s life at Christian Fellowship Church in Paris, Texas on Friday, March 15, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.

Dad was the life of the party, even when there wasn’t one—he always brought the atmosphere. We’ll miss him so much.

To leave on-line condolences, please visit Fry-Gibbs.com

KAREN POPE

Karen was born in Chicago, Ill. April 6, 1947 Daughter of Raymond Gawronski and Marcella (Kiolkowski).

Karen was married to Izick “Dale” O’Dell Pope on November 18, 1975, in

Euless, TX. He preceded her in death March 16, 2018.

They enjoyed a wonderful life together, raising their daughters, and taking many trips all over together, but most of the trips to

HAROLD CLINTON (SONNY) BROWN

Harold Clinton (Sonny) Brown, 86, of Era, Texas was called to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 12, 2024.

Harold was born on November 15, 1937 at his home in Forestburg, TX to Joe Wesley and Evelyn Estelle (Wright) Brown. He attended school at Era and graduated in 1957. He then attended and graduated from North Texas University. He proudly served in the United States Army National Guard from 1955 to 1961. He then went on to work for State Farm Insurance as an adjuster, farmed and ranched his whole life, and went on to work for AMPI selling dairy supplies where he retired in 2000. He married Anna Margaret Clifton on May 17, 1962 in Silsbee, TX. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, rodeo, raising quail, dancing, and spending time with his family. He was proud to have served on the Era School Board for 21 years.

Harold was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Evelyn Brown, brother, Billy Kendall Brown, and sister, Barbara Jo Pierce.

He is survived by his wife, Anna Margaret Brown, brother, Larry Don Brown and life friend Betty of Slidell, daughter, Sherri Jo Brown of Era, son, Clinton Wayne Brown and wife JoAnna of Era, granddaughter, Heather Welper and husband Calvin of Era, great grandson, sister-in-law Juanita Fern and Lee Roy Hanzel, and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Memorial services honoring Harold were held at 10:30AM on Saturday, March 16, 2024 at Era First Baptist Church in Era. Lunch was held at the church hall immediately following. Recognized as honorary pallbearers were Brad Bugg, Damon Reed, Jimbo Huckabee, Tommy Gray, Jimmy Massengale, Jimmy Myer, David Miller, and Wayne Smith.

You may register your condolences online at www.geojcarroll. com.

JOYCE BLASSINGAME DENTON

Joyce Blassingame Denton walked into the arms of her savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. A graveside service celebrating her life will be held Saturday, March 23, 2024, at 1:00 PM at the Willow Wild Cemetery in Bonham, Texas, with Elder Mike Bates officiating. A visitation for family and friends will be held at CooperSorrells Funeral Home in Bonham that same day from 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM.

Joyce was born to Roy and Lucille (Cockerham) Blassingame on September 20, 1928. She was married to James S. Denton Jr. for 59 years until his death in 2009. She graduated from Bonham High School and earned two degrees from Tarleton State University. She taught elementary education in Huckabee, Stephenville, and Ector for a total of 22 years.

The joy of her life was her husband, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Two of her hobbies were China painting and oil painting. She volunteered as a Pink Lady at TMC Bonham Hospital and was a member of the Texas Retired Teachers Association.

Survivors are a daughter, Cynthia Permenter and husband, John, of Ovilla, TX; a son Sterling Denton and wife, Kim, of Murphy, TX; grandchildren Heather Permenter of Dallas, TX; Grant Permenter and wife, Faithe, of Porter, TX; Brianna Moore and husband, Matthew, of Highlands Ranch, CO; Danae Denton of Madrid, Spain; Dakota Denton of Beijing, China; and Destin Denton of Murphy, TX; and great-grandchildren, Sienna Moore, Margot Moore, Aldo Moore, and Jack Permenter.

The family would like to thank the staff of Buffalo Creek Assisted Living and Bespoke Hospice for the gentle, loving care of Joyce during her final days as she transitioned to Glory

Joyce was a strong, loving, and faithful wife, mother, sister, and friend. She will be greatly missed, but we hold her dearly in our hearts until we see her again.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bonham Public Library, 305 E. 5th St. Bonham, Texas 75418. To convey condolences or to sign an online registry please visit www.coopersorrells.com.

ROBERT WAYNE MILTON

the favorite of both was Acapulco Mexico. She was a Flight Attendant with Braniff Airlines, having served a career of 27 years of which she loved very much.

Karen was loved every place she worked ,visited, or lived people just flocked to her. Whether to talk get advice or if you just needed that friend, she was always that mom, or everything or anything you needed at that time. Karen was an amazing mom and wife, always taking the time to have with family first. Family was very important to her and Karen was always smiling and happy and she made everyone who knew her smile, Karen will be greatly missed but not forgotten.

Karen is survived by daughters, Lacey Pope and long time boyfriend Jon Hager along with Raygina Dale and husband Jeff Bryant. She has three grandchildren Summer, Randy, and Russell, and Great granddaughter Lakeland (Grandma’s little Lola), sister in law Jo Anne Wickler and husband Danny, Karens brother Ray Garry and wife Kristen, nieces, nephews, and longtime best friend and soul sister Barbie Phillips bff’S till the end.

Karen was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Marcella Garry, husband Dale Pope, brother, Robert Garry.

Online condolences may be made at www.coopersorrells. com

Robert Wayne Milton, 66 of Bugtussle passed away Thursday, March 7, 2024 after a 7 month battle with cancer. He wanted to be in Bugtussle, the greatest place on earth in his eyes, when he took his last breath, and we are thankful he was able to do that.

Robert Wayne was born on August 20, 1957, in Ladonia, TX. He was the son of Harvey Lynn Milton and Patsy Ruth (Yarbrough) Milton. He spent 37 years serving in public education all in Fannin County with 32 years being at Honey Grove ISD and the last 5 years at Fannindel ISD. His favorite things to do were officiate high school football games, drive a John Deere tractor, check cows, and spend time with his family. He enjoyed a simple life and when you were around him, he helped you understand how amazing the simplicity of things were. He was a member of the Oak Ridge Church of Christ and served in many capacities through the years including preaching life long lessons that everyone could relate to.

He was always willing to contribute his part serving as a director of the Fannin Electric Cooperative. He was a board member for the Verne Cooper Scholarship Committee and served on the Fannin County Sports Hall of Fame Board. He carried on a family tradition by serving on the Texas Beta Council from 2002 – 2022. He was also named the Junior State Beta Sponsor of the Year in 2013. He was a member of the Commerce Football Officials Association for 50 years.

He is survived by a son, Justin Robert Milton, and wife Mallory of Bogata, daughter Jordan Humphries, and husband Clay of Noble, and his sister, Ruth Ann Jones of Bugtussle, TX. He had four grandchildren, Maylee (husband Jackson), Emery, Hadley Mae, and Landz, as well as one great grandchild, Mabry Ruth. He is also survived by his ranch hand Dusty St. Clair, a special friend, Dawn Roberts, and two close family members, Glenda Milton, Brenda Womble.

Pallbearers were, Justin Milton, Clay Humphries, Dusty St. Clair, Brad Baxter, Brian Baxter, and Stan Smith. Honorary Pallbearers were the four other members of his officiating crew, Mike Lipsey, Cody McAree, Mark Smith, and David Woolridge, as well as Gaylon Womble.

Services were held at the Oak Ridge Church of Christ on Sunday, March 10, 2024, with visitation at 2:00 pm and the funeral followed at 3:00 pm. There was no graveside services. Officiating the funeral was Clint Norwood and Justin Milton.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Oak Ridge Cemetery Association, 11395 East FM 1550 Honey Grove, TX 75446. He took great pride in caring for the cemetery and spent over 50 years making sure it was in top shape.

“With men it is impossible, but not with God; for with God all things are possible.” Mark 10:27. To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www.coopersorrells.com

Week of March 13, 2024

Cooper GOOD. Water clear; 60 degrees: 1.00 feet below pool. Blue and channel catfish are biting cut shad in the timber.

Lavon GOOD. Water lightly stained; 55 degrees; 0.55 feet below pool. Crappie are in 3-15 feet of water with some fish setting up on spawning beds. The bite is not on fire, but some limits are being taken in the shallows with jigs and minnows. Prespawn fish roaming some hanging on brush 5-15 feet. Sandies are spawning in the creeks on the North end. Use a 4 pound mono and spinners and small jigs 1/80-5/8 ounce depending on current. minnows under a bobber, or minnows Carolina rigged with small split shot all on 4-6 pound mono lures. Hybrid stripers are also invading the creek systems trying to spawn as well.

Tawakoni GOOD. Water lightly stained; 60 degrees; 0.48 feet above pool. Late Tawakoni is fishing good and continues to warm up into a solid spring pattern. The hybrid striper and white bass bite has been hit-and-miss depending on warm temperatures sticking around. If we have warm temperatures staying around longer than three days our fish have been very active. Swimbaits and slabs have been the ticket in 30 feet. Cooler days the fish have been inactive. The trophy catfish catches are winding down. We did see fish up to 58 pounds last week. The shallow water has been fair with fresh cut gizzard shad. The eating size blue catfish bite has been good in 10 feet or less. Small pieces of cut bait are working best, and the prepared bait bite is improving.

Texoma GOOD. Water normal stain; 57 degrees; 1.35 feet below pool. Striped bass fishing is good drifting shad along flats and ledges in 20-35 feet of water. Anchoring in deeper water for smaller fish on flats in 45-50 feet of water. Swimbaits and bucktail jigs are working on structure and points in 1020 feet of water. Crappie fishing is good in the creeks and on shallow brush in warmer and dirtier water. Jigs under slip corks on any laydown from the bank or stick up in 1-5 feet of water. Catfish are slow on cut gizzard shad and prepared baits. Fish are still full on

AUCTIONS

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE

of property to satisfy a landlord’s lien. Sale to be held at HWY 56 STORAGE RANCH at 8280 TX56, Savoy, TX 75479 on March 23, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. Seller reserves the right to withdraw the property at any time before the sale.Unit Items sold as-is to highest bidder. Property includes the contents of spaces of the following tenant - Rodney Baker: Ladders, tools, mini refrigerator, microwavem cooler, propane tank, clothes and misc. household items.

LAKE COUNTRY STORAGE UNIT AUCTION:

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE

Friday, March 22 @11:45am 1582 Rec Rd 3, Bonham, TX.

Complete contents (furniture and misc. items) of self-storage unit will be sold to satisfy landlord’s lien. Seller reserves the right to withdraw the property at any time before the sale. Unit’s contents sold for cash to highest bidder. Cleanup deposit is required. Property includes the unit contents belonging to the following tenant: Emily M Roberts

AUTOMOBILES

FOR SALE

2003 Ford Focus, Clean. Runs great. 32 mpg hwy. 145k. $2,495. Call: 903-718-2064

BID NOTICE

SEEKING MOWING BIDS

The Willow Wild Cemetery in Bonham, Texas, will be accepting bids on mowing and general lawn maintenance until March 24. The cemetery, located at 1220 W 7th Street, is approximately 40 acres in size. Contractors must show proof of insurance. Interested parties are encouraged to visit the grounds before bidding. Potential contractors may call Lou Ashmore at 903491-1911 or 903-583-3437 if you have questions. You will be sent a bid form by mail. The address is PO Box 159, Bonham, TX, 75418. Feel free to message.

EMPLOYMENT

FANNIN COUNTY FAMILY CRISIS CENTER Is looking for a Sexual Assault Program and Volunteer Coordinator. This position works with and advocates for victims of sexual assault and domestic violence, as well as trains volunteers. Must provide on-call coverage on a rotating basis with other staff members. Bilingual is a plus! Please Email Resume to fcfcc@Frontier.com

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Work From Home

Returning Calls & Emails No Selling, Commission Income $8,500.00+ a Month (ptnl.), No Experience, Company Will Train Company Licensing Fee $29.95 / month all inclusive Call Judy (903)505-4699

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FOLLOWING POSITIONS

HVAC Technicians, Journeyman Electrician, and HVAC/Electric Apprentice and Helpers. Competitive wages based on experience, vacation and company paid insurance.

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Call: 903-583-4018 or apply in person at Blain Service Company, 7258 N. Hwy 78 in Ravenna

HELP WANTED

Tobacco & Beer -Wine Shop

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FANNIN COUNTY FAMILY CRISIS CENTER Is looking for a Legal Advocate. This position works with and advocates for victims of sexual assault and domestic violence. Needs to have knowledge of local legal systems and helps clients obtain protective orders. Must provide on-call coverage on a rotating basis with other staff members. Bilingual is a plus! Please email resume to fcfcc@frontier.com

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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.

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By Rich Hilliard

BONHAM -- Needing two wins to extend Bonham's return to the softball postseason last spring didn't faze Reyleigh Shockley.

Down a game in the bestof-three bi-district series, she took the circle twice on one day -- at two different locations, separated by an almost 50-mile bus trip -- and allowed zero earned runs over 14 innings to Paris Chisum, helping the Lady Warriors advance to the next round.

"She's always calm, cool and collected," said Bonham softball manager Micky Englutt. "I think that makes her able to move to the next level."

The senior signed her national letter of intent on March 8 to play softball and pitch for Paris Junior College, with family, friends, classmates, coaches, administrators and others present inside the Leonard A. Gerner Gymnasium inside Bonham High School.

"She's done everything for us: Played third base, shortstop, first base and last year

became our primary pitcher," said Englutt, as he addressed the gathered crowd.

"She's one of the most coachable players," he said. "She does whatever she is asked and does so with the intent of getting better.

"We are proud of her moving to the next level."

ma Extreme and American Freedom, credited the environment she has experienced while playing for the Lady Warriors as helping prepare her for collegiate softball.

"This level of play has been close to how college will be: very fast paced," said Shockley. Likewise, she credited the environment she found at PJC as making playing for the Lady Dragons -- nationally ranked for the third-straight season -- the right choice for her.

"The coach was so nice and supportive and I got to meet the players. They were so welcoming," said Shockley. "I love that it's in Texas and so close to home."

Note: Reyleigh Shockley had 302 strikeouts, a 2.19 earned run average and 38 wins while pitching for the Lady Warriors, through March 7. She also had a .353 batting average.

Even as Shockley has handled different roles each season for Bonham, her honors for her efforts during District 11-3A play have escalated. She garnered second-team selections as a freshman and sophomore,

respectively, at third base and shortstop. As a junior, Shockley equated one of two pitchers honored by 11-3A with a superlative, as the team reached the area round for the first time since 2019.

Shockley, who also has played club ball for Texo-

Leonard girls' hoops' Pye 11-3A top-team selection

Story and photos by Rich Hilliard

Leonard senior Olivia Pye made the first team to lead Fannin County players in the District 11-3A girls' basketball awards for 2024.

Junior Parker Evans, senior Makalee Sadler, freshman Riley Brown and junior Cheyanne Clark of Leonard each garnered a secondteam selection, after the Lady Tigers forced a fourth-place play-in with Howe after defeating said opponent in their 11-3A finale a few days earlier.

Junior Hingrid Pedraza, senior Abi Dona and freshman Parker Patton of Bonham joined Leonard sophomore Kylie Houser as honorable mentions.

District

Fannin trio academic all-state

By Rich Hilliard

Three players from Fannin County high schools received recognition on the Texas High School Coaches Association girls' and boys' academic all-state basketball teams for 2024.

Dodd City's Addyson Chaney and Leonard's Brett Nix placed, respectively, on the girls' and boys' first teams.

Leonard's JJ McCutchen appeared on the boys' honorable mention team.

Regional champ Patt, RU Mahan set for State lift for Honey Grove

By Rich Hilliard

ARP -- Honey Grove's Dre Patt qualified on March 7 for the State powerlifting competition later this month, winning the 132 division and receiving recognition as the outstanding lifter and for his squat at the Region III Division IV boys' powerlifting meet.

Meanwhile, teammate Brody Mahan also that day advanced to State as the 220 division runner-up at the same event, as Honey Grove finished as the runner-up boys' team at the regional.

The duo will next vie at the State Division IV powerlifting competition on March 23 at 8:30 a.m. at the Taylor County Expo Center in Abilene. Other regional results for Honey Grove included: Mason Banker, fifth, 148 division; Levi Beavers, fourth, 198 division; Kobe Patt, eighth, 198 division; Antonio Torres, fourth, 220 division; Axel Sanchez, eighth, 242 division; Tate Banker, seventh, 275 division; Jayden Galindo, sixth, 308 division; Sawyer Price, third, super heavy weight.

Bonhi advances champ McBride, Zapata to State lift; LT sends Garcia

By Rich Hilliard

DECATUR -- Bonham's Justin McBride won the 242 division and Leo Zapata finished as the 148 runner-up on March 8 at the Region VI Division III boys' powerlifting meet to each qualify for the State competition later this month. McBride equated the best lifter of the meet over all weight classes for his squat, bench and overall total: squat of 665, bench of 480, deadlift of 550 and total of 1,695.

Leonard's Braylin Garcia also qualified for the State competition as the 220 division runner-up at the same regional.

The trio will vie again on March 22 in the Division III State Meet at 1 p.m at the Taylor County Expo Center in Abilene.

It equates a return trip to State for Bonham's McBride. Leonard's Maliek Harris and

Braxton Armstrong finished fourth, respectively, in the 220 and super heavy weight divisions.

Other Bonham regional efforts included: Ricky Kirk, 10th, 114 division; Bryan Manzanares, seventh, 123 division; Bryan Longoria, 10th, 181 division; Charles Thompson, 12th, 220 division; Brooklyn Collier, 11th, 308 division; Jaylon Davis, seventh, super heavy weight division. Complete Bonham girls regional results from March 2: Lorelie Roberts, 105 division, second, State qualifier; Fatma Soto, 132 division, 10th; Madelyn Williams, 132 division, scratched on squats; Haley Capehart, 148 division, scratched on squats; Morgan Smithey, 181 division, eighth; Gabby White, 181 division, 10th; Kris Moya, 220 division, seventh; Karlem Solis, 242

Bonham senior Reyleigh Shockley on March 8 signs her national letter of intent to pitch for Paris Junior College softball, with (L to R) dad Josh Shockley, mom Angela Shockley and brother Aaron Shockley on hand to see her do so. Photo by Rich Hilliard

division, fourth; Sahara Gorden, 242 division, fifth.

Leonard's Olivia Pye (41) eyes the basket on Nov. 28 during non-district girls' basketball at Leonard.

Leonard's Parker Evans (10) guards Trenton's Abigail Stufflebeme on Nov. 28 during non-district girls' basketball at Leonard. Bonham's Hingrid Pedraza releases a shot despite the hands-up defense of Leonard's Makalee Sadler (21) on Jan. 16, as Lady Tiger Riley Brown (32) watches during

11-3A girls' basketball at Bonham.

Leonard's Riley Brown (32) vies for positioning in the lane with Trenton's Kaylen Atchley on Nov. 28 during non-district girls' basketball at Leonard.

Leonard's Cheyanne Clark (5) releases a pass on Nov. 28 during non-district girls' basketball at Leonard.

Bonham's Abi Dona (14) looks to pass on Jan. 16 during District 113A girls' basketball at Bonham.

Bonham's Parker Patton (5) looks to pass on Jan. 16 during District 11-3A girls' basketball at Bonham.

Leonard's Kylie Houser (1) heads up court, as Abigail Stufflebeme (34) stays in step, on Nov. 28 during non-district girls' basketball at Leonard.

Bonham's Reyleigh Shockley begins her slide into third base on March 3, 2023, during play in the Bonham-Bells Softball Tournament at Bonham.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

NOTICE OF AUCTION

Fannin County will be conducting an on-line auction for the sale of surplus items consisting of:

Firearms

The auction will begin on March 19, 2024.

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NOTICE OF AUCTION

3/19/24

Fannin County will be conducting an on-line auction for the sale of surplus items consisting of:

Vehicles

The auction will begin on March 19, 2024.

The auction will end at 10 AM CST on April 2, 2024.

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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BONHAM, TEXAS ABANDONING AND CLOSING THE UNIMPROVED SECTION OF EVANS STREET FROM 13TH STREET NORTH ON THE EAST SIDE OF BLOCK 3, LOT 4, 5 AND 6, BEING WITHIN THE JAMES S CRAWFORD

memory of Jimmie Evans

ADDITION, AND AN UNIMPROVED ALLEY RUNNING EAST AND WEST NORTH OF BLOCK 3 LOT 4 WITHIN THE JAMES S. CRAWFORD

ADDITION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

The City Council of the City of Bonham, Texas will consider approval or rejection of the ordinance represented by the caption printed above on first and final reading following a public hearing on the ordinance. Public hearing will be at a meeting of the City Council on Monday, April 8, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. in the Bonham City Hall, 514 Chestnut. Heather Stockton, City Secretary

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Beta Psi Chapter

Accepting Scholarship Applications

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 April 5, 2024. It should be mailed to Diann Lane at 801 CR 2780, Honey Grove, TX 75446.

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Public Notice

The Allen’s Point Cemetery Association is taking bids for mowing and maintaining the cemetery.

Location is 301 CR 2775, Honey Grove, 75446

Bids can be emailed to:

Mooretimefarms@gmail.com

Or mailed to: POB 194 Honey Grove, Texas 75446

Contact: Mike Moore (903) 249-0830

Bidding will close on March 29.

Beta Psi Chapter Annual Salad Luncheon

Saturday, March 23, 2024 ● ● 11:00am

Northside Activity Center

2020 North Center ● Bonham, Texas 75418

Entertainment provided by:

The Fannin County Jazz Trio ● ● Tickets - $8.00

Tickets can be purchased at the door

Funds raised will be used for Scholarship Grants

TEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

NOTICE OF RECEIPT OF APPLICATION AND INTENT TO OBTAIN WATER QUALITY PERMIT

PROPOSED PERMIT NO. WQ0016459001

APPLICATION. Belle Vie Utilities LLC, 906 Baker Street, McKinney, Texas 75069, has applied to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for proposed Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) Permit No. WQ0016459001 (EPA I.D. No. TX0145432) to authorize the discharge of treated wastewater at a volume not to exceed a daily average flow of 150,000 gallons per day. The domestic wastewater treatment facility will be located approximately 0.3 miles northwest of the intersection of Farm-toMarket Road 1396 South and County Road 2985, in Fannin County, Texas 75492. The discharge route will be from the plant site to an unnamed tributary, thence to Lake Bois d’ Arc, thence to Bois d’ Arc Creek, thence to Red River Below Lake Texoma. TCEQ received this application on December 19, 2023. The permit application will be available for viewing and copying at Honey Grove Library & Learning Center, Reference Desk, 500 6th Street, Honey Grove, Texas prior to the date this notice is published in the newspaper. This link to an electronic map of the site or facility’s general location is provided as a public courtesy and not part of the application or notice. For the exact location, refer to the application.

https://gisweb.tceq.texas.gov/LocationMapper/?marker=-95.970277,33.666388&level=18

and sales tax revenue (which does not include city permit and other fees) and will help attract other developments to the area. Wayne Moore made the motion to approve with Michael Evans seconding the motion which passed.

13. Consider and take action to appoint an individual to the Community Services Advisory Council: A motion was made by John Burnett to table this till the next council meeting with Wayne Moore seconding the motion which passed.

14. Consider and take action to approve a budget amendment for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024: Sarah Osborn explained how this was basically a request to move ARPA funds to the Water/Sewer fund and use them for the provision of general government services. After her explanation, a motion was made to approve by John Burnett that was seconded by Michael Evans and the motion passed.

15. Adjourn: The meeting adjourned at 6:26 p.m.

ALTERNATIVE LANGUAGE NOTICE Alternative language notice in Spanish is available at https://www.tceq.texas.gov/ permitting/wastewater/plain-language-summaries-and-public-notices. El aviso de idioma alternativo en español está disponible en https://www.tceq.texas.gov/permitting/wastewater/plain-language-summaries-and-public-notices

ADDITIONAL NOTICE. TCEQ’s Executive Director has determined the application is administratively complete and will conduct a technical review of the application. After technical review of the application is complete, the Executive Director may prepare a draft permit and will issue a preliminary decision on the application. Notice of the Application and Preliminary Decision will be published and mailed to those who are on the county-wide mailing list and to those who are on the mailing list for this application. That notice will contain the deadline for submitting public comments.

PUBLIC COMMENT / PUBLIC MEETING. You may submit public comments or request a public meeting on this application. The purpose of a public meeting is to provide the opportunity to submit comments or to ask questions about the application. TCEQ will hold a public meeting if the Executive Director determines that there is a significant degree of public interest in the application or if requested by a local legislator. A public meeting is not a contested case hearing.

OPPORTUNITY FOR A CONTESTED CASE HEARING. After the deadline for submitting public comments, the Executive Director will consider all timely comments and prepare a response to all relevant and material, or significant public comments. Unless the application is directly referred for a contested case hearing, the response to comments, and the Executive Director’s decision on the application, will be mailed to everyone who submitted public comments and to those persons who are on the mailing list for this application. If comments are received, the mailing will also provide instructions for requesting reconsideration of the Executive Director’s decision and for requesting a contested case hearing. A contested case hearing is a legal proceeding similar to a civil trial in state district court.

TO REQUEST A CONTESTED CASE HEARING, YOU MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS IN YOUR REQUEST: your name, address, phone number; applicant’s name and proposed permit number; the location and distance of your property/activities relative to the proposed facility; a specific description of how you would be adversely affected by the facility in a way not common to the general public; a list of all disputed issues of fact that you submit during the comment period and, the statement “[I/we] request a contested case hearing.” If the request for contested case hearing is filed on behalf of a group or association, the request must designate the group’s representative for receiving future correspondence; identify by name and physical address an individual member of the group who would be adversely affected by the proposed facility or activity; provide the information discussed above regarding the affected member’s location and distance from the facility or activity; explain how and why the member would be affected; and explain how the interests the group seeks to protect are relevant to the group’s purpose.

Following the close of all applicable comment and request periods, the Executive Director will forward the application and any requests for reconsideration or for a contested case hearing to the TCEQ Commissioners for their consideration at a scheduled Commission meeting. The Commission may only grant a request for a contested case hearing on issues the requestor submitted in their timely comments that were not subsequently withdrawn. If a hearing is granted, the subject of a hearing will be limited to disputed issues of fact or mixed questions of fact and law relating to relevant and material water quality concerns submitted during the comment period.

MAILING LIST. If you submit public comments, a request for a contested case hearing or a reconsideration of the Executive Director’s decision, you will be added to the mailing list for this specific application to receive future public notices mailed by the Office of the Chief Clerk. In addition, you may request to be placed on: (1) the permanent mailing list for a specific applicant name and permit number; and/ or (2) the mailing list for a specific county. If you wish to be placed on the permanent and/or the county mailing list, clearly specify which list(s) and send your request to TCEQ Office of the Chief Clerk at the address below.

INFORMATION AVAILABLE ONLINE. For details about the status of the application, visit the Commissioners’ Integrated Database at www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/cid. Search the database using the permit number for this application, which is provided at the top of this notice.

AGENCY CONTACTS AND INFORMATION. Public comments and requests must be submitted either electronically at https:// www14.tceq.texas.gov/epic/eComment/, or in writing to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Office of the Chief Clerk, MC-105, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087. Please be aware that any contact information you provide, including your name, phone number, email address, and physical address will become part of the agency’s public record. For more information about this permit application or the permitting process, please call the TCEQ Public Education Program, Toll Free, at 1-800-687-4040 or visit their website at www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/pep. Si desea información en Español, puede llamar al 1-800-687-4040.

Further information may also be obtained from Belle Vie Utilities LLC at the address stated above or by calling Ms. Lauren Wahl, P.E., reUse Engineering, Inc., at 512-755-9962.

Issuance Date:

5,

3rd Annual Community Easter Festival

Bonham Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce their partnership with the American Legion Anderson-Roberts Post 283 in presenting the 3rd Annual Community Easter Festival. Children & adults are invited to bring their Easter baskets and hunt for over 15,000 eggs!

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