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Dr. Wilson is delighted to return to Bonham ISD where she began her education attending Kindergarten at Stephenson School. Her mother, a Class of 1969 Bonhi graduate, is thrilled to have her daughter serve as the next superintendent at her alma mater.

Dr. Wilson comes to Bonham ISD with extensive knowledge and experience in Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Leadership, Teacher Development, and Bilingual Instruction. Dr. Wilson will begin working with Mrs. Trompler for a transition period in late April before officially taking the reins on July 1, 2024.

"We are excited to welcome Dr. Wilson to Bonham ISD," remarked Chance Roberts, President of Bonham ISD Board of Trustees. "After

an extensive search, the Bonham ISD Board of Trustees believes Dr. Wilson offers the District a wealth of knowledge in education including classroom teaching, campus leadership and central office experience. Her datadriven mindset, emphasis on transformational leadership and intent on keeping Bonham ISD traditions and family-like atmosphere alive make her the perfect candidate to succeed Mrs. Trompler as Bonham ISD Superintendent."

Commissioner Buckingham Applauds General Land Office’s Border Wall Victory in Court

AUSTIN—Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., released the following statement on the preliminary injunction granted today by the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas in a federal lawsuit filed by the General Land Office (GLO) that prohibits the Biden Administration from using any congressionally allocated border wall funding for anything other than physical walls, barriers or fencing along the southern border:

“This ruling is a significant victory in Texas’ pursuit of border security and ensuring that the White House follows the Rule of Law. Thankfully, this ruling guarantees that the Biden Administration will not be able to use congressionally allocated funding on any initiatives other than constructing physical walls, fencing, or buoys along the southern border,” said Commissioner Buckingham. “As this border crisis continues to intensify, Texas is at the forefront of this battle to protect its citizens from this federally facilitated invasion. Under my watch, I promise the Texas General Land Office will stand strong in the fight to protect Texans and our country’s national security.”

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After assuming office, President Biden announced that he would simply no longer follow the law, illegally halted all construction to build the wall on our southern border and diverted those congressionally appropriated border wall funds to other projects. The GLO filed a lawsuit in 2021 in order to hold the Biden Administration accountable to the Rule of Law. The GLO owns over 500,000 acres of land near the U.S.-Mexico border, with an estimated 31 linear miles along the Rio Grande.

14th Annual Susan Hicks Memorial 5K, 10K and Fun Run April 27, 2024

Press Release, March 12,

2024 - Women Rock announces date for the 14th annual Susan Hicks Memorial 5K, 10K and Fun Run, an annual event that honors the memory of Susan Hicks who lost her battle with breast cancer in 2010.

Registration for the 5K, 10K and Fun Run is now open!

The Susan Hicks Memorial 5K and Fun Run benefits Women Rock, Inc. Women Rock is a non-profit organization that provides breast health education, care, and

awareness, and offers unique and personalized assistance for obtaining screening mammograms, diagnostic mammograms, breast ultrasounds and physician referrals, and gives clients support to recover from breast cancer through fellowship in a healing, nurturing environment. Funds raised through this event go to provide mammograms, treatment, and services to clients that live in the Texoma area. In 2023, Women Rock provided assistance to 475 clients, fulfilling

The Fannin County Museum of History is delighted to have received a donation of a 600 set collection of stereoscope images which was produced by the Keystone View Company for use in classrooms.

The donation was from the family of Glenna Langford, who taught 4th grade in Bonham from 1966 to 1990.

This wonderful set of stereoscope images, in a beautiful wooden cabinet, must have been part of a classroom for many years before Mrs. Langford began teaching in Bonham. We believe it was sold to the school district in the early 1900s.

The 600 images are of many, many different subjects and geographic areas, including the United States and many other countries. Examples are the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris,

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Put on your pink and help us paint the streets of Bonham pink as we honor the survivors, give hope to the fighters, and remember those we have lost to this dreaded disease. This is a family and pet friendly eventso bring the whole family-tell your friends and form your teams! Online registration is available at bit.ly/2024wr5k.

A virtual option is available for those that want to participate on

the Rock of Gibraltar in Spain, the Taj Mahal in India, the Sphinx in Egypt and the US Capitol. A wonderful set of 10 astronomy images include the full moon and the planet Saturn and its rings. Detailed research notes for each image are printed on the back of each card.

The double images are viewed through a special viewer which creates a 3-D image. Every guest at the Museum since we obtained the viewer and images a few weeks ago has been fascinated by the device and images. Come visit the Museum and see them!

The Fannin County Museum of History is located on Main Street in Bonham just a few blocks south of the Courthouse Square and is open Tuesday – Saturday, noon – 4pm.

their own, or would like to help us raise funds, but can’t participate.

For additional details, please call the Women Rock office at 903-487-2528. Sponsorships are still available.

Saving and changing lives by increasing awareness and the early detection of breast cancer and providing hope and support to those we serve.

The HOPE Program Recycle!

The HOPE Program provides local GED classes at NO COST.

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This is possible due to the donations and support from our community. Our Recycling Fundraiser is a Win Win for everyone. Benefiting the people of Fannin County.

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Recycle Old computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, VCR's, DVD's, power tools, medical equipment, audio equipment, electronics, cameras, vacuums, small appliances, sporting goods. Items can be in any condition & do not have to working. Items may be donated any time of the year.

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Legend Bank and if approved would still leave the county with a little over $20.5 million and the $250,000 FDIC protective coverage. After a brief explanation by Judge Cunningham as to why banks do this, a motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve with Commissioner Self seconding the motion which passed.

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Next to speak was a citizen of Tulip who spoke to advise the public of a community wide worship service at Sam Ray-

High School gymnasium on Sunday, March 24th at 6:00 p.m. and invited all to attend.

Last to speak was Fannin County Clerk Tammy Biggar who spoke to thank a very large list of participants who helped with the election process.

ROUTINE ITEMS:

6. Approve payment of bills – County Auditor: Fannin County Auditor Alicia Whipple noted the bills were $159,641.57 with payroll coming in at $396,015.41. A motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve with Commissioner Self seconding the motion which passed.

7. Approve Auditor’s monthly reports for February 2024 - County Auditor: Ms. Whipple noted the YTD revenue in the General Fund was $11,632,416.86 with the YTD expenses coming in at $5,694,709.66 that leaves the county “in the black” to the tune of $4,531,491. A motion was made by Commissioner Self to approve with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed.

DISCUSSION, CONSIDERATION AND ACTION ITEMS:

8. Discussion and possible action regarding implementing a Burn Ban in Fannin County – Emergency Management Coordinator: Due to recent rains, this was passed on.

9. Approve releasing the following Securities with Legend Bank – County Treasurer: Fannin County Treasurer David Woodson explained this was requested by

10. Accept bond for Amber Sutherland as Tax AssessorCollector – County Auditor: Ms. Whipple spoke on this briefly noting the bond is for $100,000 and Ms. Sutherland’s swearing-in ceremony to take over as Tax AssessorCollector will be April 1, 2024 as her predecessor will be leaving at the end of March. Commissioner Magness made the motion to accept the bond with Commissioner McQueen seconding the motion which passed.

11. Approve Janitorial Services for the Windom Building, once a week, every other week, to be paid out of contingency – Purchasing Agent: Fannin County Purchasing Agent Edwina Lane advised the court that the cur-

rent janitorial services being used by the county gave an estimate of $303.80 every two weeks to clean the Windom Building. After some discussion a motion was made by Commissioner McQueen to approve with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed.

12. Approve going out to bid for a Dump Truck for Precinct 3 – Purchasing Agent: Commissioner Magness made the motion to approve with Commissioner Self seconding the motion which passed.

13. Approve using Michael Agerlid to perform culvert work for Precinct 3; amount not to exceed $7,500.00 –Purchasing Agent: Ms. Lane noted this entailed the removal of an existing culvert and its replacement of a 60x60 ft culvert. She referred the court to the contract provided to them regarding the work. Commissioner Magness made the motion to approve with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed.

14. Approve closing Fannin County Administrative Offices on April 8, 2024 for staff safety during the so-

lar eclipse – County Judge: Judge Cunningham led the discussion, citing the possibility of excessive traffic in the Bonham area during this event and the unlikely need for certain county offices to be open. A discussion ensued that included disagreement to have any county offices closed with Commissioner McQueen noting City offices would remain open and Commissioner Kopf commenting on the current number of paid holidays enjoyed by county employees. Judge Cunningham then likened the closing of some offices to a natural disaster event calling it a “predictable emergency that is going to occur.” After a comment from a citizen regarding the new work schedule policy, a motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve the closing of certain offices with Commissioner Self seconding the motion. The motion passed with Commissioners McQueen and Kopf voting nay.

DISCUSSION ITEMS:

15. Discussion regarding proposed sand and gravel plant in Ravenna – County Judge: Fannin County citizen

and resident of Lake Bonham, Barry Schwartz, spoke to state his belief that run-off from an existing sand & gravel plant located in Ravenna has over the past ten years caused extensive damage to the quality and appearance of the City of Bonham’s drinking water source Lake Bonham, turning what used to be clear beautiful water into a murky brown. He provided the court with aerial pictures depicting the plant’s refuse flowing into the lake that was taken several years ago before voicing concerns about further damage that, yet

another sand & gravel plant located in the Ravenna area could cause. He asked the court to do what they could to prevent further pollution by not sanctioning the opening of what probably would be, another source of pollution for Lake Bonham.

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Fannin County Republican Women (FCRW)

Monday, April 1, 2024

Guest Speaker:

Senator Bryan Hughes

Senator Bryan Hughes is a Republican member of the Texas State Senate representing District 1.

FCRW will meet at the Legacy Ridge Country Club locat-

ed at 2201 Country Club Rd, Bonham. Fannin County Republican Women, Associates and their guests are welcome! The FCRW meeting will begin at 5:30 pm with a meet and greet portion of our gathering where members will bring a covered dish. The program begins at 6:00 pm and concludes at 7:15 pm. Please contact Debbie Gove at dgove1728@ gmail.com for further information if needed.

“Caring for America” is an ongoing service project of the FCRW. We have chosen to support the Open Arms Homeless Shelter and the Fannin County Family Crisis Center in 2024 with cash donations collected at each meeting.

Paid for by Fannin County Republican Women

TxDOT Project Box withWeesie

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

MILLION DOLLAR POTATO CASSEROLE

1 (32 oz ) bag of frozen shredded hash browns

1 (10.5 oz) can of cream of chicken soup

1 (8 oz) cream cheese, softened

1 c. cottage cheese (small curd)

1 c. sour cream ¼ tsp. onion powder ¼ tsp. garlic powder

2 c. cheddar cheese (grated)

1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed ¼ c. butter, melted salt & pepper to taste

Preheat oven to 375° and spray a 9 x 13 baking dish.

In a large bowl, combine potatoes, soup, cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder and cheddar cheese. Add salt and pepper if needed. Pour into prepared dish. Combine crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter. Sprinkle on top of potatoes. Bake uncovered for 50 to 60 minutes, until bubbly. This would be good as a side for your Easter gathering. I hope everyone has a blessed Easter with family.

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

Commissioners

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Judge Cunningham spoke about the responsibility of the Texas agency overseeing and managing the pollution of water bodies in Texas to make determinations regarding pollution and how he believes they have indicated the plant is not polluting the lake. He noted they would be the ones to lobby regarding matters of pollution before stating that his main area of concern is the damage to the county roads that the additional heavy equipment trucks (sometimes overloaded) traversing the county roads would pose not to mention the sound pollution they create.

Next to speak was Lake Bonham resident Robert Lee who in agreement with the first speaker about the pollution in Lake Bonham, noted his personal experience with the agency mentioned by the Judge, the TCEQ (Texas Commission on Environmental Quality), and how in his opinion they are not doing an adequate job. He cited an incident several years ago when he was made aware the Wolf Creek Sand Plant lost its containment structure which caused massive amounts of ugly sand to go washing into the Wolf Creek Watershed and into Lake Bonham. He noted a violation was issued to the plant, but once repairs were made to their containment structure, the violation was withdrawn with no remediation efforts to repair the damage done to the lake required. He concluded by agreeing with Judge Cunningham about potential excessive damage being caused by the additional heavy sand truck traffic to the county roads and added the concern of safety involving collisions with the immense trucks, citing an accident he witnessed on Hwy 121 & Hwy 11only a few days ago involving a passenger vehicle and a gravel truck where the passenger vehicle was literally destroyed.

Judge Cunningham advised that legislators issue the authorization to the state agencies and a good place to start with concerns would best be directed to our State Representatives (Shelley Luther & Pat Fallon) to assist with any concerns about water, safety and roads.

Lake Bonham Resident and creator of the website, “restorelakebonham.com”, Steve Crump, was the last to speak.

Noting that he lives on Beavers Point where the damage done to the lake is very visible, he commented on research he has conducted over the years on this matter that can be viewed on his website. He encouraged everyone to visit his website to view pictures taken and sign the petition to restore Lake Bonham. He also commented on how the sand that has poured into the lake has negatively affected the fish life. He noted a pathway to clean up some of the damage does exist through EPA funding but that it would need to involve TCEQ and other governmental entities. He commented on how some time ago North Texas Municipal Water District had to pay approximately a million dollars to dredge the lake in the area where their filters are that were impacted by all the sand in the lake. He presumed much of the cost of that cleanup was most likely relayed to the taxpayers of Bonham via the cost for drinking water and stated all the governmental entities should work together for a solution.

Judge Cunningham noted that the court would not be

opposed to doing what they could do to obtain funding for the cleaning up of the lake but concluded with his preference for requests to be made to the Representatives stating the “squeaky wheel gets the grease.” He then reiterated his concern for trucks tearing up the county roads.

It was noted by Commissioner McQueen during the discussion that the proposed sand plant would be in a location in Ravenna that would not affect Lake Bonham.

OPEN DISCUSSION ITEMS:

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

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

17. Courthouse repairs and litigation – County Judge: Commissioner McQueen referenced a talk with a TX Historical Representative regarding the sound issue in the courtroom and noted more information would be forthcoming.

18. Justice Center – County Judge: Judge Cunningham

noted there would be a meeting on the 27th and afterwards more would be known on cost numbers.

19. County budget and revenue sources – County Judge: Fannin County Citizen Rusty Deets questioned the plans for property on Hwy 78. With there being some question as to whether the county owns the property in question or not, Judge Cunningham explained how when county governments change, some record keeping suffers. After the Judge explained how the effort is underway to better organize property records, citizen Robert Lee offered his expertise in researching land deed records to determine the ownership of the property in question.

20. Water issues affecting Fannin County – County Judge: Covered in item 15

21. Fannin County road issues – County Judge: Covered in item 15

22. Discussion regarding 04/08/2024 Solar Eclipse planning – County Judge: Covered in item 14

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Pastor: Steven Luton, 903-583-4346

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“Holy Trinity Episcopal Church in Bonham will observe Holy Week beginning Sunday March 24, with Palm Sunday at 11:30 am, Good Friday at 12 noon, and Easter Sunday at 11:30 am. Come celebrate the Passion and Resurrection of the Lord!”

First Presbyterian Church Bonham Offers Special Services for Easter Week

Fellowship Meal and Maundy Thursday Tenebrae Service on March 28, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.

Maundy Thursday Tenebrae will be held in the Williams Building Fellowship Hall for a unique and meaningful meal and worship service reflecting on the significance of Christ’s new commandment, sharing in fellowship with a simple meal, commemorating the Last Supper, and ending with a solemn Tenebrae service. The evening begins at 6:00 p.m. with a light meal of finger foods. Please bring something to share, as you are able. For those bringing food, we request you arrive a little earlier to ensure everything is set up smoothly.

Good Friday Prayer Vigil on March 29th from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

The sanctuary will be open for private prayer and devotions. This time frame was cho-

sen to represent the hours when Christ was on the cross.

Easter Sunrise Service at 6:30 a.m. with Breakfast to Follow on March 31

An Easter Sunrise Service will be held in the Common Prayer Garden (or in the sanctuary if weather is not suitable) to celebrate the Resurrection of our Lord and will include a special drama, music, and Scripture readings. Wear comfortable clothing; bring your flashlights and lawn chairs.

All are invited to fellowship and enjoy delicious food at the popular Easter Sunrise Breakfast buffet that will be held in the adjacent Williams Building Fellowship Hall following the Sunrise Service. There will be plenty for all!

Traditional Easter Worship Service at 11:00 a.m. in the sanctuary.

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Sunday Services at 10:45 • Women’s Bible Study Tuesdays 6:45

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rament of the Lord’s Supper in a traditional Easter service. Music will be led by the Chancel Choir.

Easter Morning Flowering of the Cross

Flowering of the cross is an ancient Easter tradition. The practice of putting lovely flowers on a rugged cross is a beautiful symbolization of the new life, joy, and hope that emerges from Jesus’ death. Please bring wildflowers, purchased flowers (fresh or artificial), or flowers from your garden to place on the cross. The cross will be in the garden at the sunrise service and then moved to the sanctuary before the 11:00 am service.

First Presbyterian Church Bonham is located at 818 North Main Street. For more information, please call (903) 583-2014 or refer to website FPC-Bonham.org.

Why Come To Bible Class?

By Mike Dickison Minister for the Ivanhoe Church of Christ

As long as I can remember, I have attended Bible classes. When I was a child, I went because of a Godly father and mother. As an adult my reasons for attending Bible classes are different. Had it not been for parents who strongly believed in the importance of attending Bible classes, I would not be attending—would probably not even be a Christian today.

Why attend Bible class? It is a ‘Delightful’ way of obeying the command of God. Paul instructed, “Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth” (2 Timothy 2:15).

Why attend Bible class?

Come to enjoy being with brothers and sisters in Christ. Paul encourages us to be “kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another (Romans 12:10). John wrote to Christians, “Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of

Hello everyone!

The Bible tells us in Proverbs 3:9-10,

the Lord with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase: so shall thy barns be filled with plenty, and thy presses shall burst out with new wine.”

What Solomon is saying in this passage is that we must give the Lord our best in all that we do. Again I am reminded of the parable of the talents in Matthew chapter 25, where 2 of the 3 servants doubled the talents of money that they were given by their master, and the third servant hid his in the ground. When we use our talents, whether it be in our tithes and offerings, singing, preaching, teaching, or what have you, our Lord

God; and every one that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God (1 John 4:7).

Why attend Bible class?

Come to do good, to abound in good works. James gives us the principle of “Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin”

(James 4:17). Solomon said, “Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might; for there is no work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor wisdom, in the grave, whither thou goest” (Ecclesiastes 9:10).

Why attend Bible class?

Come to protect and maintain a good and right influence. Jesus said, “Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid. Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven” (Matthew 5:14-16).

Why attend Bible class?

Come to keep your scale of values properly adjusted. The Lord commanded “seek ye

and Master is pleased with us, and we will be greatly blessed for our efforts. We are called to be like the first two servants in the parable and not the third one. As I was trying to prepare for this week’s devotion, the Lord reminded me of this classic hymn that was written by Howard B. Grose. This fits perfectly with not just Proverbs 3:9-10, but also with the parable of the talents as well. This also references Lamentations 3:27, which tells us, “It is good for a man that he bear the yoke in his youth.”

“Give of your best to the Master; Give of the strength of your youth; Throw your soul’s fresh, glowing ardor

first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness” (Matthew 6:33). Jesus said “Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled” (Matthew 5:6).

Why attend Bible class?

Come to be a good example.

Paul wrote, “be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity” (1 Timothy 4:12). Again the scriptures instruct, “let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works” (Hebrews 10:24).

Why attend Bible class?

Come to learn, because we will be judged by the Bible. Jesus Christ stated that “He that rejecteth me, and receiveth not my words, hath one that judgeth him: the word that I have spoken, the same shall judge him in the last day” (John 12:48).

The Ivanhoe church of Christ invites you to come to Bible class on Sunday mornings at 9:30am, Sunday evenings at 6:00pm, and Wednesday evenings at 7:00pm.

Into the battle for truth.

Jesus has set the example, Dauntless was He, young and brave; Give Him your loyal devotion; Give Him the best that you have.

Give of your best to the Master; Give of the strength of your youth; Clad in salvation’s full armor, Join in the battle for truth.”

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

Bro. Josh Stevenson

Fannin County

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

Ivanhoe Baptist Church 4063 NO.FM 273

Assembly of God Episcopal

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

Bailey Bible Baptist Church 205 Leslie Bailey, Texas 75413

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pilgram Rest Baptist Church 703 Agusta St. Trenton, Texas

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

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

Church of Christ

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

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

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

Baptist Methodist Baptist

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

Lannius Church of God 2803 Hwy 897

Dodd City, TX 75438 903-623-3007

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

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

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

United Pentecostal Catholic Church of God Lutheran Presbyterian

United Pentecostal Church P.O. Box 216 Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) 965-4627

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

Fourth Roundtable Presentation

By World

War II Roundtable, Audie Murphy Chapter

“Heavy Date Over Germany” will be the next quarterly program of the North Texas World War II History Roundtable. Jewellee Jordan Kuenstler, director of the Museum of the West Texas Frontier in Stamford, Texas, will present the life and times of B-17 tail gunner Ray Perry. He flew missions over various Nazi targets in 1944 and 1945. The program will be at 7 p.m. April 25 at the Audie Murphy /American Cotton Museum in Greenville. Members and public are invited. Greenville Electric Utility System (GEUS) is the Charter Gold Sponsor for this program. Perry, the father of former Texas Governor Rick Perry, joined the U.S. Army Air Force in 1944 after high school graduation, hoping to qualify for a pilot’s seat. However, his top notch shooting ability learned from years of growing up on a farm in Haskell County earned him a seat as a tail gunner in the 4-engine Flying Fortress called Heavy Date.

The assigned craft flew hundreds of missions per week out of bases located in England. If an individual crew completed a certain number of flights, usually 35, they earned extended furlough and on to another assignment. Perry completed his missions with the 95th Bomb Group at Horham, England a

month before the war in Europe was over.

In his rear position Perry got a wide angle view of missions and targets. At the same time he received much flak and German fighter attacks aimed at his position. The tail gun was no comfortable seat, even for a teenager; in fact, it required sitting with knees bent on a small bench, almost impossible to reach from the interior of the bomber. Seven to ten hour trips were to targets from Bochum to Leipzig to Hannover to Frankfurt and other unknown small towns where war machine parts were manufactured. All that time just to drop 15 minutes of munitions over factories. What a way to tour Germany! Unlike many, he came back alive and with no injuries. Kuenstler bases her book on letters and photos saved by Perry, who was a neighbor to her family. The story weaves around the bomb tag information Perry kept. Adding in war source material, the book was produced by State House Press and distributed by Texas A&M Press. It is available in print or digital form. This is the fourth program sponsored by the Roundtable. Previously the studies have been on Hitler’s health problems, the generals hired by George Marshall, and the land attack through Italy by the 36th division. Now the view of WWII is from the air.

Fannin County Commissioners

Contact Information

Precinct 3 Commissioner

Jerry Magness

Pct. Barn Location: 18101 East FM 1396 (Just off Hwy 82) Honey Grove, Texas 75446

Phone: 903-378-2941

Email Address: precinct3@fanninco.net

Precinct 4 Commissioner

Doug Kopf

Pct. Barn Location: 1369 East Highway 56 Bonham, Texas 75418 Phone: 903-583-2039

Email Address: dkopf@fanninco.net

Look for the good. Search for the truth. Hope for the best.

Fannin County Leader

Deadline: Thursdays at 3pm 903-583-3280

& DESERTS

SATURDAY, APRIL 6, 2024

4:00PM - 8:00PM ECTOR SCHOOL CAFETERIA $12.00 Adult - $6.00

Children (5 & under free) Donations Appreciated

Plan ahead for road work on FM 68 in Fannin County

March 22, 2024

PARIS – Texas Department of Transportation officials today announced that a project to improve the roadway surface of FM 68 in Fannin County is slated to begin April 17.

The contractor, DL Lennon Inc., was granted 247 working days, weather permitting, to complete this project valued at more than $6.2 million. The target completion date for this project is July 2025, officials said.

This project extends along FM 68 between State Highway 78 and FM 271.

The contractor will widen and rehabilitate the pavement surface with new flexible base and apply a two-course surface treatment. Workers

will also install new drainage structures and re-stripe the roadway with new pavement markings, officials said.

Temporary, occasional lane closures while this project is underway, but flaggers will be on site and pilot cars will direct traffic through the work zone, officials said.

Motorists who travel frequently in these areas are asked to pay special attention to all barricades, traffic controls and signs, and to reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such as cell phones, eating, drinking, or car audio or navigation systems.

For more information, contact Tim.McAlavy@txdot. gov or (903) 737-9213.

Ross Altobelli as the new Director of Community Development

BONHAM, Tx – March 22,

2024 — The City of Bonham (City) is delighted to announce the appointment of Ross Altobelli as the new Director of Community Development.

Mr. Altobelli brings a wealth of experience and expertise in strategic planning, policy development, and community engagement to his new role.

Mr. Altobelli comes to Bonham from the City of Rowlett where he served as Director of Community Development.

Prior to that, Mr. Altobelli was the Director of Development Services for the city of Anna where he worked alongside current BEDCO director Joey Grisham for five years. “Ross brings a true lunch pail mentality to any place he works, and Bonham will benefit from his vast experience in both rural and high-growth communities”, said Grisham. “He and I worked on many successful projects together in Anna and believe that we can help advance Bonham’s growth trajectory with good planning, effective processes, and strong

development standards.”

Mr. Altobelli is a professional planner with over 20 years of municipal planning experience and numerous credentials that will only benefit the City of Bonham with comprehensive planning in the future. Mr. Altobelli was the Lead Development Review Planner for the City of Plano, Comprehensive Planning Manager for the City of McKinney, and Town Planner for the towns of Westford, MA and Franklin, MA. Mr. Altobelli holds a bachelor’s degree in Regional Planning from Westfield State University.

Mr. Altobelli will plan, direct, and supervise the activities of the Planning & Community Development Department. This includes the Planning Division, Building Codes Division, Code Enforcement Division and Permitting. The position also works closely with economic development and downtown development activities.

City Manager Sean Pate expressed great enthusiasm for Mr. Altobelli’s appointment, stating, “We had several very qualified candidates that both myself and my leadership team

interviewed. Ross stood out because of his experience with communities that are in the incubation stages of large-scale development.”

Mr. Altobelli stated, “I’m extremely excited to be joining the City of Bonham and the opportunity to help prepare the city for future development pressures and ensure the highest quality of life for its residents.”

Mr. Altobelli will officially start in his new role on April 2, 2024.

Family Violence Affects the Children

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

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

- Jane Dee Hull

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

Children flourish in a positive environment!!

Call for help.

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

Fannin County Family Crisis Center

903-583-7694

24 Hour Hotline

903-583-7000

Remember that every age brings new opportunities.

Call or Text 911 for Emergency Help

Cooke, Fannin & Grayson Counties

.... With the atomic bomb, it was learned that matter could be destroyed with a great amount of energy released. It was the opposite with God. His energy created all things. "So, the creation of the heavens and the earth and everything in them was completed. On the seventh day God had finished his work of creation, so he rested from all his work. And God blessed the seventh day and declared it holy, because it was the day when he rested from all his work of creation." (Genesis 2:1-3 NLT)

By Rex Ray

If you’re pregnant, we want to help.

903-640-8230

Fannin Pregnancy Care Center

1500 N. Center Bonham, Texas

Commissioners

Continued from page 6

Red River Arts Fest is back on May 4

Press Release - Bonham,

TX == The Creative Arts Center in Bonham is excited to announce that the Red River Arts Fest is coming back on Saturday, May 4. Organizers are planning a full day of art, wine, music and fun.

Shopping with art vendors and fun art activities for kids and adults will take place from 10 am to 4 pm. Music in the garden will be from 10 am to 6 pm.

The center is currently seeking art, wine and food vendors. There will be a limited number of art vendor spaces inside the center and more spaces outside under the large tent that will be set up in the parking lot. The center is also seeking a limited number of

food trucks and wine vendors. Vendor information and registration is available on the center’s website.

Sponsorships are also available. Local businesses and other patron of the arts are encouraged to become sponsors to help make this event possible. Proceeds from this event will also support and sustain the center’s mission year round of promoting the arts in Fannin County. Sponsorship information is also available on the center’s website or by contacting the center’s Director.

For more information, go to www.CreativeArtsCenterBonham.org or call (903) 6402196.

with more coming this week he advised everyone to keep their umbrellas handy and have a good week.

Commissioner Kopf voiced his appreciation for the attendance and the input before commenting how rain causes gravel to wash off some roads.

COMMENTS AND ADJOURN:

27. Comments by County Commissioners and County Judge: Commissioner McQueen thanked all for their attendance and attention.

Commissioner Self thanked everyone for coming and asked for patience with the work crews due to the rain. Commissioner Magness noted his area had received 3 ½ inches of rain last week and

Judge Cunningham thanked everyone for their prayers, noting that his wife is on the road to recovery and how he feels blessed. He then commented on the discussion about child sex trafficking noting the DA, Sheriff and the Bonham Police are always available to work on closing down any such illegal activities swiftly and thanked everyone for their attendance.

28. Adjourn: The meeting adjourned at 10:25 a.m.

LT's Grady, Bush Top 10 at State

By Rich Hilliard

FRISCO -- Leonard's Abigail Grady and Juli Bush each finished in the Top 10 on March 14 while competing in the Class 3A Division II State Girls' Powerlifting Championships at the Comerica Center. Grady, in her second-straight and overall trip to State, placed sixth in the 148 weight class: 350 squat, 165 bench, 305

deadlift, 820 total pounds lifted.

Bush, in her first State trip, took seventh in the 132 weight class: 305 squat, 155 bench, 265 deadlift, 725 total pounds lifted.

Meanwhile, Bonham's Lorelei Roberts, also in her first State trip, scratched while competing in the 105 weight division of the 3A Division I event.

Successful Softball Sendoff: 3A Bonham Lady Warriors rolling during last days before 4A return

March 11 during the Lady Warriors' 8-1 home

Jewyll Hemby looks to throw the ball on March 2 during play in the Bells-Bonham Softball Tournament at Bonham.

The Lady Warriors had a 17-5-3 overall record and 4-0 mark in 11-3A through March 19, heading into showdowns to complete the first half of district play with Bells and Blue Ridge, the latter ranked No. 3 in the Texas Girls Coaches Association 3A poll on March 18. Bonham held the No. 17 spot in the same 3A rankings by the TGCA.

Annalynn Stafford pitches for Bonham on March 2 during play in the Bells-Bonham Softball Tournament at Bonham.

HG's Flowers again 114 State RU

By Rich Hilliard

FRISCO -- Honey Grove's Sonora Flowers on March 13 again finished as the runnerup in the 114 weight class at the Class 1A-2A State Girls' Powerlifting Championships at the Comerica Center. Flowers posted a 290 squat, 170 bench and 300 deadlift for 760 total pounds lifted in her secondconsecutive State trip.

Meanwhile, Honey Grove's Kailyn Freeman, a Southeastern Oklahoma State track and field signee, took fourth in the 123 weight class via these lifts: 290 squat, 205 bench (State record), 275 deadlift, 770 total pounds lifted.

It equated Freeman's third-straight advance to State, with the last two

Photo by Rich Hilliard

while lifting for Honey Grove.

Others from Fannin County high schools who lifted on March 13 at the State 1A-2A girls' lift included: Lily Mahan, Honey Grove, 220 weight class, ninth place, 320 squat, 155 bench, 350 deadlift, 825 total pounds lifted; Hannah Fletcher, Honey Grove, 242-plus weight class, 12th place, 310 squat, 160 bench, 270 deadlift, 740 total pounds lifted; Averi Aviles, Trenton, 181 weight class, 15th place, 245 squat, 125 bench, 250 deadlift, 620 total pounds lifted; Lillian Gilliland, Savoy, 165 weight class, 16th place, 240 squat, 180 bench, 260 deadlift, 680 total pounds lifted; Abigail Stufflebeme, Trenton, 181 weight class, scratched.

Seven

Story and photos by Rich Hilliard

Several Fannin County players garnered spots on the various boys' and girls' all-region teams of the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches for the 2023-24 season.

In Region III-1A, Dodd City had five total players: Jaden Mahar, Nate Van Huss and Ethan Barnard on the boys' list and Addyson Chaney and Addison Weeks on the girls'. In Region II-2A, Sam Rayburn's Clay Caldwell and Case Nichols joined Honey Grove's Cort Garner on the boys' list.

In Region II-3A, Leonard's Brett Nix made the boys' list.

Dodd City's Nate Van Huss (2)

Dodd City's Jaden Mahar (11)

Dodd City's Addison Weeks (23)

Sam Rayburn's Clay Caldwell (11)

Sam Rayburn's Case Nichols (5)

Dodd City's Ethan Barnard.

Dodd City's Addyson Chaney (5)

Honey Grove's Cort Garner (0) Leonard's Brett Nix (3)

Bonham catcher Piper Stafford blocks home plate and tags out a sliding Serenity Canady (12) of Honey Grove on March 2 during play in the Bells-Bonham Softball Tournament at Bonham.

Bonham shortstop Kaitlyn Capehart gets under a pop up on

win over Pottsboro during District 11-3A softball.

Bonham second baseman

Fishin’ Report TAKE A KID FISHING or

for FREE publication on the Outdoor Page.

Week of March 20, 2024

Cooper GOOD. Water stained; 60 degrees: 1.00 feet below pool. Catfish bite continues to be king on cut shad. Fork GOOD. Water Stained; 60 degrees; 0.16 feet below pool. Lake Fork bass bite has slowed down a bit with dropping water temperatures. Lots of 58-62 degree water and the lake if turbid after the recent rain. Spinnerbaits and chatterbaits around grass in 4-5 feet of water has been the best. Texas rigs are fair around deeper edges of grass and big lay downs in 4-6 feet. Bass are moving up and down with the weather changes, I’m offering shallow and subsurface until I find a working pattern. The bite changes as the water temp rises or falls. Frog pattern top waters are excellent in the grass and brush. Small craw patterns will work well on bedding bass.

Lavon GOOD. Water lightly stained; 55 degrees; 2.06 feet above pool. Crappies are showing up in the shallows in 2-4 feet of water. 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. White bass spawn is in full swing, with a few hybrids thrown in the mix. Sandies are spawning in the creeks on the North end. Ray Roberts FAIR. Water slightly stained; 55 degrees; 0.43 feet below pool. Overall, fishing patterns are holding steady. Catching the white bass a little shallower than before in 3540 feet of water using slabs. A few catfish are mixed in. The majority of the catfish are shallow 2-7 feet on points. Blue catfish tend to relate to the points leading into the creeks. Channel catfish are up the creeks.

Tawakoni GOOD. Water lightly stained; 60 degrees; 0.48 feet above pool. Lake Tawakoni continues to fish well despite the brief cooldown in water temperature this week. Main lake is sitting at 60 degrees right now. Heavy overcast skies and cooler temperatures had the hybrids and white bass feeding all day. Swimbaits have been the ticket for the bigger fish and slabs for the white bass. 20-40 feet is best. The eating sized blue and channel catfish bite is wide open. Blues are being caught in 2-4 feet using fresh cut shad.

Texoma GOOD. Water normal stain; 57 degrees; 1.35 feet below pool. Striped bass fishing is good using live shad on main lake ledges and flats in 30-40 feet of water. The bite has improved drastically around 10:30-11:00 A.M. each day, so stick it out if you are not seeing active fish early. Backs of coves and around the mouths of the rivers are good with swimbaits in 8-15 feet of water where the water is dirty and warmer. Catfish are slow, anchor in shallow water near the rivers where the inflow is using whole gizzard shad or cut buffalo for big fish. Smaller fish showing up on the flats in 20-30 feet of water. Crappie are fair in the creeks in 1-5 feet of water using jigs and minnows on brush sticking up or lay downs from the bank. Mo glo and black/chartreuse on a slip cork in shallow creeks. Largemouth and smallmouth bass are fair on swimbaits along the bluffs and on sandy points with stumps in 5-8 feet of water. Topwater bite will be on soon!

Game Warden Field Notes

A Little Mud on the Tires A Polk County Game Warden received a call from dispatch regarding individuals loading up a deer. A Polk County deputy was in the area and assisted the warden in patrolling the area based on the original call. An ATV drove by on a public roadway and the deputy initiated a traffic stop. The driver of the ATV fled, and a pursuit ensued. The ATV turned and went off-road on muddy terrain, so the warden followed the pursuit in four-wheel drive until the path ended and then gave pursuit on foot. The warden guided the deputy to where he expected the ATV to return. The deputy apprehended the subject and the ATV which was discovered to be stolen.

Sticky Situation A McLennan County Game Warden was responding to a trespassing call from a landowner when the warden came upon the suspect stuck in the mud. The warden interviewed the suspect and discovered that they had also burglarized a vehicle while trespassing. The landowner identified the stolen property and it was returned. The suspect was arrested for burglary of a vehicle and criminal trespass.

Helping Hand A Washington County Warden received a call of a suspicious boat discovered by a realtor and landowner. A TX number was provided to Austin Dispatch where it was flagged as stolen. The warden made it to the scene and verified the HIN of the boat and VIN of the trailer. Both were confirmed stolen out of Harris County. Investigators from the Marine Theft Investigation Unit were contacted, the original owners were contacted, and the property is being returned. The investigation is ongoing.

10/5/21

Hunting Accidents at a New Record Low in Texas

AUSTIN — Texas recorded a new all-time low number of hunting-related accidents across the state, according to the 2023 Texas Hunting Accident Report. A new record low of 10 nonfatal hunting-related accidents and one fatality were reported in 2023. Texas’ highest record to date occurred in 1972 when the state saw 30 fatal hunting-related accidents. The staggering numbers recorded every year showed the need for more firearm safety, which led to the creation of the Hunter Education program.

Since Hunter Education became a requirement for all hunters in 1988, the hunting accident rate has seen a steady decrease. Only a single fatality has been reported for each of the last four years.

“The continued decline in hunting-related accidents and fatalities is in large part due to the efforts of the TPWD Hunter Education Program and the many Hunter Education instructors across the

Arlington 0.20

Benbrook 2.56

Bonham 0.47

Bois d’Arc Lake -5.62

Bridgeport -15.23

Cedar Creek 0.11 Eagle

Mountain-4.80

Fork 0.22

Granbury -0.35

Grapevine 2.50

Joe Pool 1.31

Lavon 2.04

Lewisville 0.38

Pat Mayse 1.28

Possum Kingdom-1.09

Ray Hubbard 0.40

Ray Roberts -0.26

Tawakoni 0.96

Texoma -1.77

Toledo Bend -2.28

Twin Buttes

-32.53

Weatherford -5.47

Whitney 1.78

state, many whom are volunteers,” said Steve Hall, TPWD Hunter Education coordinator. “Beyond safety, we teach hunters how to be legal, ethical, take a good shot and take care of game from field to fork.”

More than 1.5 million students have been certified with Hunter Education since 1972. Hunter Education is required for every hunter in Texas (including out-of-state hunters) born on or after Sept. 2, 1971. The minimum age for certification is 9 years of age and certification is good for life. There are two course options for anyone who needs to take Hunter Education — inperson or virtual. The basic classroom course includes six hours of instruction plus skill exercises, a review and then a final exam. These types of courses are most often held in schools or an indoor venue. The “Internet + Field Course,” has two parts: a free online course that should be completed first, and then the field portion that typically takes a minimum of four hours to complete. The field course contains a presentation on ethical and responsible hunting, participation in a hunting skills trail, a live-fire exercise, a review of regulations and a final exam.

There is also an online-only course that is restricted to anyone 17 years of age or older. Online coursework varies from two to four hours depending on existing knowledge, age, reading level and other factors.

Learn more about Hunter Education, how to sign up for a course and find resources for students on the TPWD website.

CLASSIFIEDS

FARMING

FOR SALE

John Deere 2840 with a 148 loader. Also has hay forks. Call: 903-814-8620

YOUNG TRACTOR WORKS

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

FOR SALE

Massey Ferguson 231 tractor, diesel. Low hours. $6,500.00. Call: 903-814-8620

FERTILIZED

SQ. BALES OF HAY FOR SALE:

Fertilized haygrazer. Good clean hay. $10.00 per bale, 5 bale minimum.

Call: 903-227-2920

AUTOMOBILES

FOR SALE

2002 Mazda Protege5 128K miles.

New tires and new brakes.

$1,500

972-345-9575

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

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS for the

FOLLOWING POSITIONS

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

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

CNC Lathe/ Mill Machinist

POSITION OPENINGS

B.F. Gammon Tool & Die is accepting applications for immediate openings for CNC Lathe/Mill Machinist and also someone with Gear Cutting experience. 40 hours per week plus overtime. Full benefits including paid healthcare, retirement benefits and holiday, vacation and sick pay. Climate controlled shop. 7:30am4:00pm, 5 days per week. Send resume via email to brett@bfgammon.com or call 903-583-3597

FANNIN COUNTY

FAMILY CRISIS CENTER

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.

“CONSULTANTS” NEEDED

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

FOR SALE

2 Stihl chain saws 271 (2013) 171 (2014)

HOUSEKEEPING

THE CLEANING LADY

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

A PAW UP

Helping Animals

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

FREE CLOTHES & HOUSEWARES:

Clothes ClosetValley Creek Baptist Church, 3615 FM 896, Leonard. Wednesdays 8-10am.

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

GARAGE SALES FOR SALE

$250.00 cash for both, plus extra chains, etc. Call: 903-583-7774 after 7pm

GARAGE SALE

Furniture and miscellaneous items

8 am until 1pm March 30, 2024 1105 Ranch Drive Bonham, Texas 75418

FIVE FAMILY GARAGE SALE

Friday, April 5th, 8am-5pm, and Saturday, April 6th, 8am4pm. Dishes, books, curtains, craft stuff, clothes, boy’s toys. Way too much to mention. Just come out and look for yourself. Located at: 202 & 205 Birch St. Ector TX.

BIG Fundraising SALE

Saturday, March 30th

Under the Awning at the Bonham Armory From 8-4 NO EARLY BIRDSWe will be setting up.

Something for everyone: Women’s Clothing, Purses, Shoes, Men’s Clothing, Baby Items, Household of all kinds, Decor, Video Games, Yard & Garden Items, Carpet Remnant, Some Furniture. Too much to list. Some new merchandise, too. Please come take a look. Proceeds will be included with GoFundMe account. I’m raising money to help my sister. Cash/Donations Welcome. Hope to see you there!

MULTIPLE FAMILY GARAGE SALE

March 29th & 30th. Friday from 8-5 and Sat from 8-noon. All sizes of clothing from kids to plus sizes. Knick knacks, furniture, kitchen gadgets, home decor, and so much more. 3 miles north of Windom on FM 1743 or right off of highway 82 on FM 1743. Follow signs.

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

Need Part Time Mechanic’s Helper and Carpenter’s Helper. Call 903-814-8620

PETS

PUPPIES FOR SALE:

Parents are Maltese/Poodle & Pekinese/Shitzu -- $500 each. Ravenna. Available April 5th. 415-876-8410

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES REAL

APP HOUSE LEVELING & FOUNDATION REPAIR

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

BUDGET STUMP REMOVAL

Commercial & Residential Call William 469-325-0345.

FARM and LAWN MAINTENANCE

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

MUNOZ LAWN CARE & TREE TRIMMING

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

STAPP TREE TRIMMING and REMOVAL

Hauling, Storm Damage, Demolition Work, Dead Wood Removal, Licensed and Bonded. Over 25 Years Experience. Call 903-5837888. “Cheaper than the cheapest. Give me a call, I can handle it all, guaranteed.”

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Large Acreage Mowing with Tractor, Landscaping, Fences, Firewood, Stump Grinding, and Concrete. Insured, Call for free estimate. 903227-6940, 903-227-8369, or 903-486-2868.

PROFESSIONAL PAINT & DRYWALL REPAIRS: Cracks, holes, patches, water damage, sheetrock repair, ceilings, walls, matched texturing. Interior/ Exterior Painting. 45+ years experience. Call Johnny @ 903-209-6958

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be tested or inspected periodically by a licensed plumber.

Monitor for Carbon Monoxide

• Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless gas that can be harmful when inhaled in large amounts. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) warns that CO can cause dizziness, confusion, unconsciousness, and death.

• The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recommends that consumers install carbon monoxide detectors and advise that a carbon monoxide alarm can provide added protection. Carbon monoxide detectors are not, however, a substitute for proper use and upkeep of appliances that can produce CO.

• The U.S. Fire Administration recommends installation and maintenance of CO alarms in a central location, outside each sleeping area and on ev-

Be on Alert - Medicare never calls you unless you have called them and requested a call back, and neither does Social Security. Scammers might even say you will be receiving a new Medicare card.

Please never give out your SS# or Medicare# or DOB, etc. to anyone.

**DO NOT CLICK ON LINKS IN ANY EMAILS CONCERNING YOUR SHIPPPING ADDRESS!

ery level of your home to provide early warning of CO. You may also contact your state fire marshal’s office for information.

Even with warmer weather on the way, there are still several steps you can take to control energy costs, where safe to do so. Using energy wisely and making a few household changes can make a big difference in how much you spend on natural gas and other energy bills. Plus, you will lower your home's carbon emissions when you use less energy.

• Reduce your shower and bath time, which can account

for 40 percent of your hot water use.

• Operate your clothes washer, dryer, and dishwasher only when fully loaded.

• Change or clean your heating and air conditioning unit filters regularly and according to the manufacturer's instructions. Your equipment will use less energy if it ‘breathes’ more easily.

• If you have a pool, use the pool heater sparingly.

• Atmos Energy offers rebates for high-efficiency natural gas appliances, energy-saving devices, and weatherization upgrades for customers in parts of

Texas. Visit atmosenergy.com/ rebates for details.

For customers who want a more predictable bill, payment solutions such as Budget Billing and Installment Plans can help manage your bill and household budget:

• Budget Billing is a free program that makes your natural gas bill more predictable every month because your costs are spread more evenly throughout the year, so you are not surprised by higher winter bills.

• Installment plans are available that spread out payments of your balance over time –with no charges or fees to do

OBITUARIES

JANA GAIL (LACKEY) HOLLAND

Jana Gail (Lackey) Holland. age 43, of Bonham TX, was born on November 11, 1979, in Dallas, TX to Joseph Earl Lackey Sr and Fern Lee (Butler) Lackey. She passed away unexpectedly at her home on Sunday, March 03, 2024, in Bonham, TX.

Jana was a dedicated wife, mother, sister, and friend. Her children were her pride and joy. After covid hit, she took on the task of homeschooling the kids. She would research and organize field trips for the kids and often included other family members as well. She loved to spend time with family, especially if she could add a teachable moment in with all the fun and laughter. Jana loved taking pictures but rarely liked being the focus of the camera. She was very creative making all kinds of crafts. She could decorate cakes, make diaper & towel cakes, jewelry, plastic canvas, and would gladly tackle any other kind of project. She was a hard worker, always ready to lend a hand and pitch in, no matter how hard or dirty the task was. She was an animal lover of all animals, but especially dogs and cats.

Jana is survived by her husband Micheal (Scooter), son Trent and daughter, Hollie Holland of Bonham; sisters Linda (Mike) Lipovsky of Bonham, TX, and Karen (Ric) Money of Gulfport, MS, Bonus Mom Joan Eaton Lackey McCloud and husband Sherwood of Merit, TX; along with numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. She is preceded in death by Mother Fern Butler Lackey, Father Joseph Lackey Sr, brother Joey Lackey, grandparents, Mr. & Mrs. H.T. Lackey, Mr. & Mrs. T. D. Butler, Mr. & Mrs. H.C. Clyde Eaton, and Mother-In-Law Belinda Holland.

A memorial service was held at noon on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at United Pentecostal Church in Savoy, TX. A Go-Fund-Me account has been setup to help the family pay for funeral cost - https:// www.gofundme.com/f/jana-holland-funeral

For customers managing past due balances, assistance may be available to help pay your natural gas bill:

• Atmos Energy’s Sharing the Warmth program, supported by donations from our customers and employees, has provided more than $6.4 million in financial assistance to help cus-

• In addition to Sharing the Warmth, financial assistance is also available from the LowIncome Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) through local energy assistance agencies. Visit atmosenergy.com/assistance for more information about payment programs and financial assistance.

DID YOU KNOW?

Section 42.09 “Cruelty to Livestock Animals” and 42.092 “Cruelty of Non-Livestock Animals” of the Texas Penal Code prohibits a person from intentionally, knowingly or recklessly cruelly treating an animal.

Torturing an animal

Failing to provide food, care or shelter

Abandoning an animal

Killing, seriously injuring or poisoning an animal

Causing an animal to fight with another

Tripping a horse

Injuring an animal belonging to another person

Seriously overworking an animal

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Now that the weather is warm and dry It’s a good time to work on mud control. If your soil is black gumbo, you likely fight it every year when the spring rains come. Here are a few suggestions from clients and Facebook that will help with the deep clay/mud that is often difficult to work in.

1 Put a load of sand or rock in the area. If gumbo is really deep this may be a summer project.

2 Put secrete sacks in the area, wet the top of the sacks, cover with sand

3 Install Light Hoof mud panels 6x12 for $219. Information is on the internet.

Using gumbo as a base for your stalls can work well if done correctly. You will need to flatten and pack the base then let it dry and harden. Place down well-fitting stall mats (locking ones are best), use bedding pellets in urine spots, and cover the stall with shavings.

What is ICSI?

ICSI, Intra Cytoplasmic Sperm Injection is a reproductive technique used in humans (test tube baby), horses and cattle with fertility problems. In horses, the eggs (oocytes) are retrieved from the follicles on the mare’s ovaries and put in a maturation solution for 30 hours. Then one sperm is injected into the egg, fertilization takes place, and hopefully an embryo will develop.

The embryo is either put into a recipient mare (surrogate mother), shipped to an embryo transfer facility to be put in a recipient mare or frozen for future use. Often the ICSI is done in the fall where the embryos are frozen and put in the recipient mare in the spring breeding season for a foal to be born the next spring.

For horse ICSI, the eggs are obtained with an ultrasound guided needle aspiration through the mare’s vagina from the ovary. Each follicle contains an egg. The mare does not have to be in heat (estrus). Because only one sperm is needed, only a small amount of semen (1 straw) is required. The fertilized egg is put in a special culture media and into the incubator where hopefully it will grow into an embryo in 10 days. The odds are not good in that only 1-2 out of 10 become embryos. The ICSI procedure is used for infertile stallions, mares with fertility problems, or mares that are competing. It is expensive, about $10,000 (not including the Stud fee).

ET Embryo Transfer

Embryo transfer is done during the spring breeding season. The mare is bred to the stallion usually through AI Artificial Insemination. It is of utmost importance to know the day of ovulation for the mare.

Fertilization takes place up by the ovary. The egg is released from the follicle on the

ovary and 1 lucky sperm that has successfully swam from the uterus up to the ovary penetrates the egg. 8 days later the fertilized egg comes down to the uterus as an embryo. That is when the embryo transfer is done. The embryo is flushed out of the uterus of the donor mare by filling the uterus with ET solution and draining it out through a filter device. The filter is then examined under a microscope looking for an embryo the size of the head of a pin. The embryo and some solution is sucked up into a syringe and then put into the uterus of the recipient mare. The recipient mare is chosen by the day that she ovulates which is usually the same day of ovulation as the donor mare. If you provide your own mare as the recipient mare, you must have the donor and recipient synchronized to ovulate on the same day for the ET which is a little difficult to do. Cost is $6000 for ET embryo transfer and the recipient mare.

Founder Alert Spring is 3 weeks early and the grass is green so it is time to remove those fat horses from the pasture and limit their grazing time especially those that have foundered before. They can easily do it again.

Castration Signs: March 5-12 to castrate yearlings, 2-year-olds and older

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The Fannin Central Appraisal District (FCAD) is currently seeking qualified candidates for the following positions:

Customer Service and Collections Specialist

The ideal candidate must have excellent verbal and written communications skills, possess excellent customer service and be self-motivated. Must be detail oriented; possess the ability to work under pressure, have cash handling experience, and the ability to read and interpret information in the Property Tax Code.

Please submit cover letter and resume to Sara Felke, Director of Personnel at sfelke@fannincad.org or to 831 W. State Hwy 56, Bonham TX.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Competitive sealed proposals for the Bonham ISD - MS Additions & Renovations are being accepted by Bonham Independent School District. Proposers may obtain an electronic copy of contract documents by contacting the Construction Manager, Gallagher Construction Services, 3501 Token Drive, Suite 100, Richardson, Texas 75082, 972-633-0564, bids@gallaghertx.com, and at the website gallaghertx.com. An electronic copy of the contract documents will also be furnished to area plan rooms.

Electronically submitted proposals shall be submitted to bids@bonhamisd.org, and received before 2:00 PM, local time, Thursday, April 25, 2024. Thereafter, at 2:00 PM, all sealed electronic proposals will be opened and tabulated by the Construction Manager. Any electronic submissions received after the closing time of 2:00 PM will not be accepted. All proposals will be publicly opened and read aloud. A complete proposal tabulation will be made available on the Construction Manager’s website as soon as practical after opening of electronic proposals. After proposals are opened and tabulated, post proposal conferences will be conducted as necessary, and recommendations presented to the Owner for consideration of awarding contracts.

If for some reason a proposal cannot be submitted electronically, hard copies shall be sent/delivered directly to Bonham ISD Administration Building, 1005 Chestnut St, Bonham, TX 75418 and received, not postmarked, on or before 2:00 PM, local time, Thursday, April 25, 2024. Any HARD COPY proposals received after the closing time of 2:00 PM will be returned unopened.

A pre-proposal conference will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at the L.H. Rather Junior High (Auditorium), 1201 N Main St, Bonham, TX 75418. Attendance is encouraged by a representative of each firm submitting a proposal.

Fannin County Leader Building 224 N. Main St. Bonham.

One block south of the courthouse. 12’ x 12’, $600.00 a month. 12’ x 12’, $600.00 a month. 12’ x 8’, $400.00 a month.

Internet, kitchen & rest room accessible, Heat/AC, electric paid, security cameras, keyed entrance, dedicated internet router/WiFi.

Subject to background check. No retail.

Call: 903-583-3280 Ask for Weesie or email: fclweesie@gmail.com

No. PR-2023-13245

IN THE ESTATE OF IN THE COUNTY COURT

JESSE LEE HACKLER, JR., AT LAW OF DECEASED FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Dependent Administration for the Estate of JESSE LEE HACKLER, JR., Deceased, were issued on December 15, 2032, in Cause No. PR-2023-13245, pending in the County Court at Law of Fannin County, Texas, to: Brenda Hackler, Dependent Administrator.

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.

c/o: David F. Freudiger

Attorney at Law

Law Offices of Mark Montgomery

State Bar No.: 07449300

1420 W. Exchange Parkway, Suite 190 Allen, Texas 75013

Telephone: (469) 952-6500

Facsimile: (214) 785-7064

E-mail: david@montgomerylawtexas.com

Attorney for Brenda Hackler

DATED the ____ day of _____________, 2024.

in the Q&A portal or to David Perkins, P.E. at david. perkins@kimley-horn.com. All addenda issued for this project will only be posted on www. civcastusa.com.

A bid bond in the amount of 5 percent of the bid issued by an acceptable surety shall be submitted with each bid. A certified check or bank draft payable to the CITY OF LEONARD or negotiable U.S. Government Bonds (as par value) may be submitted in lieu of the Bid Bond.

The CITY OF LEONARD reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any informalities in the bidding.

Bids may be held by the CITY OF LEONARD for a period not to exceed 60 days from the date of the bid opening for the purpose of reviewing the bids and investigating the bidder’s qualifications prior to the contract award.

For all further requirements regarding bid submittal, qualifications, procedures, and contract award, refer to the Instructions to Bidders that are included in the Bidding Documents.

CITY OF LEONARD

Michael Pye, Mayor March 2024

Fannin Central Appraisal District is Hiring

903-583-2877

We are currently looking for smiling faces who have a passion for working with children. Full-time and part-time positions available. Must be 18 or older and have a high school diploma. Apply in person.

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Friends of Hagerman NWR

The following is the Friends of Hagerman NWR Press Release. For more information about these events, please email: friendsofhagerman@ gmail.com . All events are sponsored by the Friends of Hagerman and occur at the Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center: 6465 Refuge Road, Sherman, TX 75092, unless stated otherwise.

Legacy Management

469-796-5081 in memory of Jimmie Evans

Notice to Creditors for THE ESTATE OF S E SADLER, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the Estate of S E SADLER, Deceased, were granted to the undersigned on August 15, 2023, under Cause No. PR-2023-13207 by the County Court at Law of Fannin County, TX. Any claim against said estate must be presented within the time and in the manner prescribed by law to: Bradley Mitchell Sadler, Independent Administrator of the Estate of S E SADLER, Deceased, c/o J. Clarke Wilcox, Attorney, 221 S. Jefferson St., Irving, Texas 75060.

NOTICE OF AUCTION

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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.

The auction will end at 12 PM CST on April 2, 2024.

Rene Bates Auctioneers 972-548-9636

View and bid on items at https://www.renebates.com/ Bidders must be a current FFL holder.

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Questions Contact Lt. Frank Deater 903-583-2143

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NOTICE OF AUCTION

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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.

Rene Bates Auctioneers 972-548-9636

View and bid on items at https://www.renebates.com/

Questions Contact Lt. Frank Deater 903-583-2143

Volunteers Needed:

Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center Greeters

Meet and greet people from all over the world while giving out information about the refuge and wildlife. Hand out maps and make sales in the Nature Nook. Come and join our team! For more information, please email friendsofhagerman@gmail.com.

Butterfly Garden

Like digging in your garden? Want to learn about native plants? Come join out Master Naturalists and Gardeners in maintaining the Butterfly Garden. For more information on volunteering, please email friendsofhagerman@gmail. com for details.

Outdoor Crew

hiking trails, trimming and removing brush and general cleanup? Join the Outdoor Crew at Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge. The Outdoor Crew meets on the First Tuesday and Fourth Saturday of every month. Please email friendsofhagerman@gmail. com for details and to join our team. Scouts welcome!

Activities & Events:

The Little Sit: February 3rd, 2024, 6:45am Pad-H on the West side of Hagerman NWR

welcome for all or part of the Little Sit.

For more information, a map to Pad-H and to register to receive event updates (location changes, etc.) please register:

http://www.friendsofhagerman.com/LittleSit or email: friendsofhagerman@gmail.

com. GPS Coordinates to Pad-H: 33.734961, -96.780582

Free and open to the public, funded by donations.

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Do you enjoy working outside, mowing, sprucing up

If you want to learn how to identify the birds of North Texas, the "Little Sit" is the perfect way to start. Modeled after Cornell's "Big Sit," a group of dedicated birders meet once a month at the end of Pad H on the West side of Hagerman NWR. An expert "bird identifier" will be present at each Sit and will keep track of the number of each species of birds observed and enter the data into eBird. The public is welcome to join us for the count--no experience is needed. We meet on the first Saturday of each month, 30 minutes before sunrise to watch the birds come into the water and begin to feed. We usually stay out for 2-3 hours, but you are

Early Bird Guided Walk: Saturday February 10th at 8am. Come walk on the wild side with Jack Chiles! Master Naturalist Jack Chiles will lead this Early Bird Walk, weather permitting. Meet at the Visitor Center and return in time for the Second Saturday program. Register to get updates if canceled due to weather: https://friendsofhagerman. com/event-5512326/Registra-

tion Second Saturday: Saturday February 10th at 10am: 2024 Work Plans for the Refuge. Want to know what the future holds? Then don't miss this informative presentation by our own Paul Balkenbush.

Paul was graduated in 1993 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Wildlife Conservation from Southeastern Oklahoma

NOTICE OF AUCTION

On April 2, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. an auction will be held at the Fannin County Courthouse located at 101 E Sam Rayburn, Bonham, Texas 75418 for the below listed property.

Property ID: 81512 Geographic ID: 0867-025-0000-06

Type: Real Situs Address: 305 WILLOW ECTOR, TX 75439

Map ID: D9 Legal Description: A0867 J PIERSON, ACRES 1.0

Abstract/Subdivision: A0867 - J PIERSON Neighborhood: EIU

Property Land: Type: C1 Description: Vacant Residential Lot

Acreage: 1.0000 SqFt: 43,560

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Property Improvement: Building Description: Outbuilding State Code: C1 Living Area: 0

PUBLIC NOTICE OF BID

Notice is hereby given to all interested parties that the Fannin County Commissioners Court will accept sealed bids for the following:

1) Kenworth Dump Truck

Specifications may be obtained from: Edwina Lane Fannin County Purchasing 101 E. Sam Rayburn Dr. Suite 313 Bonham, TX 75418 elane@fanninco.net

Sealed bids must be filed in the County Purchasing Agent Office before 3 p.m., April 10, 2024, or said bids will not be considered. Bids shall be opened on April 10, 2024 at 3:15 p.m. in the Fannin County Purchasing Agent’s Office, 101 E. Sam Rayburn Dr. Suite 313, Bonham, TX 75418.

Fannin County Commissioners Court reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

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State University. In 1996 he earned a Master of Science degree from Oklahoma State University. His field of study was Wildlife and Fisheries Ecology. Paul is a Certified Fisheries Professional as qualified by the Board of Professional Certification for the American Fisheries Society. Paul began his professional career as the assistant district supervisor for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s Inland Fisheries Division in Tyler. After two years he spent the next 12 working for the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation. In that role he served as the statewide streams management coordinator and a regional fisheries management supervisor. In 2009, Paul began Federal service as a civil works and military biologist for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Tulsa District. He then transitioned to the staff environmental specialist for the western Red River Area where he was responsible for the environmental programs at Texoma and Waurika lakes, the chloride control project, and the federal mitigation area at Crowell, Texas. Paul transferred to the Department of Interior in 2017 to serve in the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. His current position is deputy manager of Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge in Grayson County, Texas Refuge Rocks for Kids: Saturday February 17th at 10am: Animal Tricksters! Mimicry in Nature. Have you ever pretended to be something else? An astronaut? Or a superhero? Or even your favorite animal? Well, some animals pretend to be other things, too, but they don't need to wear special clothes to do it! They're already dressed for the part. When an animal looks like another animal, even though they're not the same kind of creature at all, it's called mimicry! Some animals use mimicry in order to keep safe, while others use it to sneak a snack! In this class, the youth will discover how animals use mimicry. Each child will make a craft to take home and have fun participating in fun activities! Come join us on February 17 for a free class for youth ages 5-10. Registration required. https:// friendsofhagerman.com/ event-5577807/Registration

Tram Tours every Saturday and Sunday at 2:00PM

Enjoy a 60 – 90 minute tour along Wildlife Drive at the Refuge. Enjoy learning about the history of the displaced town of Hagerman while watching for wildlife. Lots of stops for birdwatching and photography. Reservations required www.friendsofhagerman.com/Tram-Tours. Standbys are accepted if space permits. Free and open to the public, funded by donations.

Butterfly Garden Docent Training: Training has ended for 2023. Stay tuned for new in 2024!

Do you love butterflies and native plants? Do you enjoy being outdoors and meeting new people? If so, then consider joining a group of volunteers who serve as docents in the Butterfly Garden at Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge. Contact the friendsofhagerman@gmail.com for more information.

Butterfly Garden Strolls for November: No Garden Walks until Spring 2024.

Texas Crop and Weather Report

March 19, 2024

Egg prices are on the rise as Easter approaches, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert, but they are lower than what consumers may have paid at the grocery store earlier in the year.

Full egg cartons sitting in a grocery store refrigerator.

Consumers — and the Easter bunny — may have noticed the price of eggs increasing recently but that has mostly to do with demand, said David Anderson, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension economist, BryanCollege Station. Anderson said he expects that trend to continue leading up to the Easter holiday.

“We’re actually producing more eggs than we did a year ago, but eggs have a seasonal pattern to them,” he said,

“And with Easter being earlier than usual this year, we’re also seeing prices rise earlier than we typically would.”

Producers saw wholesale prices for cartons of shell eggs strengthening through this past week with the increasing demand.

Holidays tend to drive demand up as consumers purchase more eggs than usual for eating and baking. The Easter holiday demand also includes the purchase of eggs to dye and hide.

CENTRAL

A map of the state of Texas divided into the 12 AgriLife Extension districts. Cooler temperatures were accompanied by substantial rainfall. Winter pastures improved significantly, and

the better weather prompted warm-season grasses to break dormancy. Producers were spraying fields, applying fertilizer and managing brush to remove prickly pear and restore native pastures. The cooler temperatures slowed down the development of leaf rust, while wheat conditions showed steady improvement. Moisture posed a risk of stripe rust and other diseases. Hessian flies seemed smaller in number compared to recent years. Corn planting operations neared completion but were delayed by recent rains. Grain sorghum planting also faced delays. Corn showed a promising start with adequate soil moisture and favorable weather conditions. Cattle remained in good body condition, and the

local market for calves was favorable. The sheep and goat market remained strong. Stock tank levels remained full. Pastures greened up, reducing the need for supplemental feeding, and stocker cattle gained well on winter grazing. Producers donated significant amounts of hay to support those in the Panhandle affected by wildfires.

EAST

Recent rain and warmer temperatures continued to aid the growth and greenup of warm-season forages. Producers in some areas could slow or completely stop feeding hay, which helped relieve some of the stress of thin hay supplies. Pasture and rangeland conditions were fair

to good. Subsoil and topsoil conditions were adequate. Heavy rain ensured ponds and creeks were full. Cattle market prices were strong and higher in some markets. Livestock were in fair to good condition with some supplementation taking place. Fertilizer prices increased.

NORTH

Rainstorms brought 1-2 inches of rain over the northeast portion of the district. Topsoil was adequate, and crop conditions for cool-season crops continued to be favorable for growth and development. Noctuid moth populations were increasing. Livestock were in fair to good condition overall. Most counties saw a decline in hay consumption

over the last week due to the growth of green grass in the pastures. No diseases were reported.

ROLLING PLAINS

District-wide rain fell with amounts ranging from 0.5 inch to 2 inches. Farmers who had wheat top-dressed with fertilizer before the rains were especially grateful for the timing of the moisture. Wheat across the district looked very satisfactory, as did stocker calves, which showed excellent body condition thanks to above-average grazing. Pasture grasses and stock tanks were also in good condition. Producers in a few counties began tilling cotton fields.

of pipeline to treatment before distribution to homes and businesses across North Texas. Upper Trinity is also working to make water available for local use.

2. The primary spillway controls water overflow from the lake. It will include a zig-zag section of concrete at the top of the dam (called a weir) that helps control the water as it’s released from the lake downstream.

3. In addition to its primary spillway, #LakeRalphHall’s dam includes an emergency spillway designed to handle larger amounts of runoff from particularly heavy rainstorms. It's an important part of the dam’s safety features, ensuring that excess water is properly directed into the North Sulphur River.

A Fishing Jetty for the Future

The #LakeRalphHall public fishing jetty is taking shape. Lake Ralph Hall was one of nine projects nationwide that Bass Pro Shops selected to receive funding for fishing- related enhancements, including the jetty. The jetty is around 500 ft long (extending into the deeper part of the lake) with an 8-ft-wide concrete walkway, allowing folks to fish or to simply enjoy nature. The new jetty is located just off Highway 34 on the north side of the lake adjacent to SH 34. Species of fish that will be stocked include Florida Bass, black and white crappie, channel and blue catfish, plus sunfish, bluegill, threadfin and gizzard shad. Texas Parks and Wildlife is also assembling riprap piles, gravel spawning beds and over 200 reef balls to form into protective cover for fish and ideal spots for fishing.