3-7-23 Leader E-Edition

Goats and Gardening at the Sam Rayburn House on March 15th

By Margo McCutcheon, Educator, Sam Rayburn House State Historic Site

Join us at the Sam Rayburn House State Historic Site on March 15th from 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. for an afternoon of goat and gardening activities. Just in time for Spring Break, this event is perfect for families and children of all ages! We will have two goat milking demonstrations from a local farmer, and Cypress Lake Ranch will provide two demonstrations about making goat milk soap. The Bonham Public Library will also be joining us to give out gardening advice! Once you’ve gotten your goat and

garden knowledge up to date, stroll around our site to play some games, plant and take a seed to begin your own garden at home, and make your own butter! Our historic outbuildings, including our garage and barn, hold their own special surprises that you won’t want to miss. This free event is a perfect way to spend an afternoon and welcome the Spring season.

We are offering tours of the Rayburn House on the hour from 10:00 a.m. –3:00 p.m. during this event.

For a tour of Sam Rayburn’s historic home, adults are $4.00 while

children ages 6 – 18 and college students are $3.00, as are seniors and veterans. Active duty servicemembers and children ages five and under can tour the home for free. Family rates are available. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Call us ahead of time to reserve a tour and make sure that you don’t have to wait until another day to see what life was like for one of the most important people in recent history. We are located at 890 W. State Hwy 56 in Bonham,

Texas. Please call us at 903-583-5558 or email us at Sam-Rayburn-House@ thc.texas.gov if you have any questions or would like more information about this event. You may visit our website, www.visitsamrayburnhouse.com, for further information about our site and what we offer, including school and group tours! The Sam Rayburn House State Historic Site is just one of the 36 state historic sites administered by the Texas Historical Commission.

The Tools That Built Bonham –New Exhibit at the Fannin County Museum of History

By Malinda Allison and Katie Morrow

In celebration of the 175th anniversary of the City of Bonham, the Fannin County Museum of History has a new exhibit displaying some of the many carpenter tools that the Museum owns. These tools are from the era when tools were not powered by electricity or batteries, but mostly by manpower.

Carpenters and others took great pride and care of their tools, and there were many tools with very specific purposes. Many of the tools incorporated beautiful wood. Drop by the Museum to enjoy this exhibit and the many other interesting things at the Museum. The Museum is located just a few blocks south of the Courthouse Square in Bonham on Main Street and is open Tuesday – Saturday, noon – 4 pm.

Fannin County Commissioners Court – Constable of the Year Award

By Rose Schwartz

Tuesday, February 28, 2023, Fannin County Judge Newt Cunningham called to order at 9:00 a.m., the Regular Meeting of the Fannin County Commissioners Court and established Quorum with all County Commissioners present. Invocation was led by Pastor Michael Evans of the United Methodist Church in Windom. Pledges were led by Major James Manis, retired.

4. Introductions: Judge Cunningham introduced Constables Chad Jordan and Sam Knapp from adjoining counties as well as recognizing and welcoming back Di Hopkins.

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

6. Presentation of the 2022 Constable of the Year Award to Constable Kevin Mayberry; given by the Justice of the Peace and Constables Association – County Judge for Matt Wiley of JPCA: Collin County Constable Sammy Knapp and Hood County Constable Chad Jordan came to the podium to present the 2022 Constable of the Year Award to Fannin County Constable

Kevin Mayberry of Precinct

3. Constable Jordan gave a brief history of the Award and the Association that has been recognizing outstanding Constables since 1989. After the award was presented to Constable Mayberry, a photo was taken with the representatives from the JPCA, Mrs. Hailey Mayberry and the Commissioners Court.

7. Discussion regarding EMS monthly report for January 2023 – County Judge for Scott Ridling, Fire Chief: Bonham Fire Chief Scott Ridling gave a report of one opening in the department that is expected to be filled soon, four ambulances up and running and the maintaining of an average of approximately 419 runs per month. He noted the budget is running per previous years with the appearance of a deficit early on that is typically corrected as the year progresses and afterwards took questions from the court.

8. Discussion, consideration and action to approve minutes from 08/17/2021 (R), 07/19/2022 (R), 11/22/2022 (R) and 02/14/2023 (R) –County Judge for County

Clerk: A motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve with Commissioner Lane seconding the motion that passed unanimously.

9. Report of monies received by the Fannin County Clerk’s office for January 2023; all Courts combined: $17,958.00, Land Records: $29,944.25 – County Judge for County Clerk: Informational only

10. Report of monies received by the Fannin County District Clerk’s office for January 2023; $20,473.18 –County Judge for District Clerk: Informational Only

11. Discussion, consideration and action to approve request of $50.00 additional monies for dues to allow the District Clerk to join the Texas District Court Alliance through the end of 2023 – County Judge for District Clerk: After District Clerk April Gibbs explained why this was needed, a motion was made by Commissioner Lane to approve the monies with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

12. Discussion, consideration and action to reapprove a one-time severance of two

(2) acres from a 28.09-acre tract on FM 100 in Honey Grove; Property ID# 73118 – County Judge for Development Services Director: Fannin County Development Services Director Di Hopkins detailed why this was needed and noted everything was in order for this to be “reapproved”.

Commissioner Magness made the motion to reapprove the one-time severance with Commissioner Lane seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

13. Discussion, consideration and action to approve a one-time severance of 2.287 acres from a 13.324-acre tract on Recreation Road 3 in Bonham; Property ID# 83124 – County Judge for Development Services Director: Ms. Hopkins gave a report of everything completed for this to be

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14. Discussion, consideration and action to approve Resolution applying the Lamar County Equivalent Match funds, approved by Resolution on 2/13/2023 by the Lamar County Commissioners Court, to the five following listed bridges as part of the of TxDOT Bridge Replacement Program; Sloans Creek, Timber Creek, Loring Creek Tributary, Dry Fork and E. Shawnee Creek – County Judge: Judge Cunningham began a discussion on how Fannin County will be receiving funds from Lamar County towards this program and how beneficial it is for Fannin County. Judge Cunningham read the Resolution and a motion was made by Commissioner Self to approve the Resolution with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

15. Discussion, consideration and action to approve the purchase of a Semi Tractor Trailer for Precinct 4 due to the previous Semi Tractor deemed not responsible for delivery; $75,000.00 to

Commissioner Kopf explained the unacceptable condition of the first truck and how needed this vehicle is for his precinct. He then made a motion to approve the purchase with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

16. Discussion, consideration and action to appointment two members to the Fannin County Public Facilities Corporation Board to replace Judge Moore and Commissioner Lackey –County Judge: A motion was made by Commissioner Self to have Judge Cunningham and the Precinct 4 Commissioner (Kopf) be the replacements with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed with Commissioner Kopf abstaining from the vote.

17. Discussion, consideration and action to approve payment of bills – County Judge for County Auditor: Judge Cunningham first noted the bills are available online for any’s review. A motion was then made by Commissioner Lane to approve payment, seconded by Commissioner Self and after it was noted the total amount to be paid was $269,762.19, the mo-

tion passed unanimously.

18. Discussion regarding Subdivision Policy – County Judge: Judge Cunningham started the discussion by commenting on, “when an engineer needs to sign off on a project”, noting instances where Commissioners have signed off in place of the engineer before questioning an additional issue of taking over Subdivision preference. Judge Cunningham stated questions involving the decision which roads the county take over, are questions that need to be decided in the open and need to be discussed with consideration given to what is good for the taxpayer and what is good for the county while being fiscally responsible. He expressed a desire to know what has been promised and what broken areas of the county’s policies need to be addressed. A citizen of CR 2975 in Windom spoke to voice his thoughts of obtaining counsel on the county’s policies from other counties and requested that changes made to the Subdivision Policy Manual be advertised online for two weeks to give the public time to add their input on any changes before they are voted on in Commissioners Court.

Commissioner Self responded by commenting on the difference between Fannin County and other counties (that do not have two lakes), and the implementation of impact fees that was discussed within the subdivision committee (along with several engineering companies) that brought about the need to update the subdivision handbook. An in-depth conversation began with Commissioner Lane noting the policy does allow a commissioner to retain the option to not have to take over the maintenance of a road. Commissioner Self ex-

plained requirements a developer must meet in his precinct before he brings a request to Court for a vote on the county taking over a road and noted subdivision committee meetings are posted on the county’s website and are open to the public. Before concluding the discussion, Judge Cunningham noted he would require extenuating circumstances exist that would justify in burdening our taxpayers before he would vote in favor of the county taking over additional roads.

19. Discussion regarding North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) Tax Reimbursement and Public Park – County Judge: Judge Cunningham shared how he and Commissioner Kopf had a visit from NTMWD who’s representative spoke with them on their agency’s ability to sell water to the county which he noted was good news. They also discussed NTMWD’s intention of making a park available for county residents and other visitors to the lake. However, the last topic discussed was NTMWD’s calculations showing that they do not owe the county anymore tax money. On that note Judge Cunningham asked Fannin County Auditor Alicia Whipple to look into those numbers.

20. Discussion, regarding Junkyard Ordinance – County Judge: Commissioner Magness stated the court is waiting on District Attorney Richard Glaser to get back with them on this. A discussion ensued with former Judge Joe Moss coming to the podium to ask if the ordinance would apply to farms that have old machinery in their fields.

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1 lb. ground beef 85/15 blend

½ tsp. grated garlic

1 tsp. ground black pepper

1 tsp. dry mustard powder

2 - 3 Tbsp. ketchup

1 tsp. sriracha

1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp soy sauce

1 - 2 tsp. Italian seasoning

1 large beaten egg

½ tsp. cayenne pepper

1 c. Panko breadcrumbs or cracker crumbs

Cooking Patties:

2 Tbsp. butter

For the gravy:

4 Tbsp. butter

½ c. onion, diced

1 C. mushrooms, sliced

salt per taste

½ Tsp. dried thyme

1 - 2 Tbsp. flour

1 tsp. ketchup

1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce

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17. Male parent

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The End Of The Road

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Many are unsure of what to expect at the end of life’s road. We know that “it is appointed unto men once to die” (Hebrews 9:27). Job asks, “If a man die, shall he live again?” (Job 14:14).

Daniel reminds us that God has always had the plan of resurrection by writing “them that sleep in the dust of the earth shall awake, some to everlasting life, and some to shame and everlasting contempt” (Daniel 12:2). Jesus said that “the hour is coming, in the which all that are in the graves shall hear his voice, and shall come forth; they that have done good, unto the resurrection of life; and they that have done evil, unto the resurrection of damnation” (John 5:28-29).

The ‘good’ are working according to God’s plan to ensure that the receive the promise. Paul penned that they that “do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate” are “laying up in store for themselves a good foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on eternal life” (1 Timothy 6:18-19). Paul also wrote to the Christians in Rome, that they “being made free from

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sin, and become servants to God, ye have your fruit unto holiness, and the end everlasting life” (Romans 6:22). We also recognize that they that are ‘evil’ are working against God and will be punished. Paul warns about this group of people by saying of them, “Who shall be punished with everlasting destruction from the presence of the Lord, and from the glory of his power” (2 Thessalonians 1:9). John describes this punishment as the lake of burning or fire. “But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone”

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Baptist

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

Bailey Bible Baptist Church 205 Leslie Bailey, Texas 75413

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Where: 1190 Hwy 56 W. Bonham.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ivanhoe Baptist Church 4063 NO.FM 273

Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 (903)583-2359

Joyful Light Baptist Church 4695 FM 2645

Savoy, TX 75418 903-436-5440

Lamasco Baptist Church 346 CR 2615

Telephone, Texas 75488 903-664-2454

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

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

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

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

Pilgram Rest Baptist Church 703 Agusta St. Trenton, Texas

Ravenna Baptist Church 100 Elm Street Ravenna, Texas 75476

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Congregational

First Congregational Church-corner of Hwy 121 and W 13th St. PO Box 386 Bonham, TX 75418 903-449-4914

Episcopal

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

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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

Lutheran

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

Methodist

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

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

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

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

Grove Hill Methodist Church 5501 FM 1553 Leonard, TX 75452

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

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

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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 CR 2105 Ivanhoe, TX Bro. Abe Ogea Pastor 903-449-0180

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

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

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

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

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

Windom United Methodist Church 207 Second Street PO Box 936 Windom, TX 75492 940-390-0146 Pleasant Grove CME Church box 34 Ladonia TX 75449 Hwy 64 903-367-7870

Nazarene

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

Baptist Church of Christ

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

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

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

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

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

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

Midway Church of Christ Hwy 56 W Bonham 903 583 3989

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

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

Catholic Church of God

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

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

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

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

Pentecostal

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

Presbyterian

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

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

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

United Pentecostal

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

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

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

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

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Hemby, Kirkpatrick producing early for Austin College softball in 2023

DC’s Mauppin 23-1A girls’ hoops MVP

Bonham-ex Chyrsi Hemby takes a pitch on Feb. 18 during a home softball game at Old Settlers Park in Sherman.

By Rich Hilliard

Bonham’s Chyrsi Hemby and Joli Kirkpatrick each finished the February portion of Austin College’s 2023 softball schedule hitting .400.

Half of Hemby’s six hits have been doubles, to go with her six runs batted in and four runs scored. She had a .600 slugging percentage and .412 onbase percentage.

Kirkpatrick had a .462 on-

base percentage via four hits and two walks and a .400 slugging percentage.

Each hit a sacrifice fly to help the ‘Roos.

In the infield, Hemby, as a second baseman, posted a .944 fielding percentage.

Kirkpatrick, playing in either left or right field, caught 4-of-4 fly ball opportunities.

Austin College resumes its schedule with doubleheaders:

Tuesday, March 7, at Hen-

Bonham-ex Joli Kirkpatrick catches a fly ball deep in right field on Feb. 18 during a home softball game at Old Settlers Park in Sherman.

drix College at 5/7 p.m. and Wednesday, March 15, vs. Eureka at Old Settlers Park in Sherman at 1/3 p.m.

DC, SR boys in region tourney hoops

By Rich Hilliard

Dodd City on Feb. 28

assured a return to the Region III-1A boys’ basketball tournament at Mansfield High School, while Sam Rayburn’s boys advanced to the Region II-2A tournament at McKinney North High School.

The Hornets, the undefeated District 231A champion, defeated

Saltillo, 54-28, in their regional quarterfinal at Paris Chisum High School.

The 14-2A champion Rebels qualified by defeating Muenster, 43-39, in a regional quartfinal at Sherman High School -- avenging a loss five years ago to the same opponent in the same round .

Last season, Dodd City finished 30-8 overall,

won its first district title since 2019 -- and made its first regional final appearance since 2012. It took eventual champion Graford to stop the Hornets’ historic 2022 run, 30-27, in the Region III-1A final.

This postseason equates Sam Rayburn’s first since 2018’s regional quartfinalist effort that followed sharing a district championship.

Champion Westbrook, runner-up Grady qualify for 3A D2 State girls’ powerlifting competition

By Rich Hilliard

BELLS -- Leonard senior Sara Westbrook won her regional weight class again and teammate Abigail Grady finished as the runner-up in hers on Feb. 25 to qualify for the State girls’ powerlifting competition on March 16.

Westbrook advanced again in the 105 weight class with 580 total pounds -- 220 squat, 135 bench, 225 deadlift -- at the Class 3A Division II Region VI girls’ powerlifting meet at Bells High School.

Last year, Westbrook garnered 12th in the 105-pound division in the 3A Division II State competition.

Grady qualified for State for the first time in the 148 weight class with 785 total pounds: 330 squat, 170 bench, 285

deadlift.

The duo will next compete at the State Meet on March 16 at the Comerica Center in Frisco.

Meanwhile, Abby Cavender will be an alternate in the 132 weight division for the State meet, after taking third place at the regional via totaling 720 pounds: 290 squat, 150 bench, 280 deadlift.

Leonard finished fourth in the girls’ team standings with 23 points.

Other Leonard results from the girls’ regional meet included: 97 weight class: fifth, Cara Barlagne, 170 squat, 80 bench, 170 deadlift, 420 total; seventh, Julissa Facundo, 150 squat, 60 bench, 140 deadlift, 350 total; 114 weight class: fourth, Avery Compton, 235 squat, 140 bench, 240 dead-

lift, 615 total; 123 weight class: 10th, Paula Hancock, 190 squat, 135 bench, 200 deadlift, 525 total; 132 weight class: fourth, Kalissa Chambers, 290 squat, 175 bench, 250 deadlift, 715 total; NA, Juli Bush, 245 squat, 125 bench, 245 deadlift, 615 total; eighth, Cambree Fromme, 245 squat, 125 bench, 245 deadlift, 615 total; ninth, Kaylee Baxter, 250 squat, 110 bench, 235 deadlift, 595 total. 148 weight class: ninth, Lauren Pemberton, 220 squat, 130 bench, 230 deadlift, 580 total; 165 weight class: fourth, Miriam Nieto, 285 squat, 150 bench, 260 deadlift, 695 total; sixth, Micaela Garza, 285 squat, 120 bench, 260 deadlift, 665 total; 220 weight class: fifth, Araceli Garza, 225 squat, 145 bench, 270 deadlift, 640 total.

By Rich Hilliard

Senior Lindsey Mauppin won the most valuable player award, as Dodd City solely claimed two district superlatives and shared another pair in the 231A girls’ basketball awards for 2023.

Dodd City freshman Addison Weeks garnered the 23-1A defensive superlative, after the Lady Hornets: won their 11th-consecutive undefeated district title, made a second-straight regional semifinals trip for their ninth-consecutive regional tournament appearance and extended their postseason streak to 13.

Junior Addyson Chaney shared the offensive superlative and freshman Breezy Jenkins shared the newcomer award for Dodd City.

Additionally, Dustin Bates earned the coaching

superlative, after guiding Savoy to its first postseason advance since 2014 -- a bidistrict trip -- via qualifying as 23-1A’s third-place team.

First-team recipients from Fannin County included: senior Autumn Brown, Dodd City; senior Chelsi Petty, Ector; senior Cortiana Hill, Fannindel; junior Maddie Clark, Savoy; sophomore Cassidy Almy, Savoy.

Second-team selections from Fannin were freshman Taegan Williams, Dodd City; senior Abby Duplechan, Fannindel;

and sophomore Abigail Gates, Savoy.

Honorable mentions included: senior Brianna Rodriguez, Dodd City; junior Natally Medina, Dodd City; senior Karlee Haggard, Ector; sophomore Julia Bailey, Ector; freshman Lydia Essary, Ector; junior Noupana Che’a, Fannindel; freshman Georgia Goudea, Fannindel; junior Alyson Bogard, Savoy; sophomore Meredith Davis, Savoy; sophomore Molly Davis, Savoy; sophomore Presley Walker, Savoy. Academic all-district recipients were freshman Riley Murray, Brown, Mauppin, Rodriguez, Chaney, Medina, Jenkins, Weeks of Dodd City; freshman Ally Harris, junior Alyssa Mackey, Petty, Haggard, Bailey, Essary of Ector; Che’a, Goudea of Fannindel; Clark, Bogard, Walker, Gates, Almy and each Davis of Savoy.

Bonhi powerlifter Gonzalez State-bound

By Rich Hilliard

BELLS -- Bonham’s Naomi Gonzalez finished as the runner-up in her regional weight class on Feb. 25 to qualify for the State girls’ powerlifting competition on March 16.

Gonzalez garnered second in the 165 pound division with 790 total pounds -- 325 squat,165 bench, 300 deadlift -- at the Class 3A Division I Region VI powerlifting meet at Bells High School.

Gonzalez, who will next

compete at the State event at the Comerica Center in Frisco, took 10th last year in the 165 division of the 3A Division I State competition. Meanwhile, Xitlali Padilla and Sahara Gorden will be State alternates for Bonham, which finished eighth at the regional with 11 points. Padilla finished third in the 105 weight division with 540 total pounds: 205 squat, 130 bench, 205 deadlift. Gorden also placed third in the 259-pound division via 620 total pounds: 250 squat, 145 bench, 225 deadlift.

Other Bonham results from the regional meet included: 105 weight class: eighth, Lorelei Roberts, 160 squat, 85 bench, 165 deadlift, 410 total; 123 weight class: eighth, Fatima Soto, 160 squat, 80 bench, 135 deadlift, 375 total; 148 weight class: seventh, Sabrina LaRue, 265 squat, 165 bench, 240 deadlift, 670 total; 198 weight class: eighth, Gabriella White, 250 squat, 115 bench, 235 deadlift, 600 total; 10th, Morgan Smithey, 225 squat, 105 bench, 200 deadlift, 530 total.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Dodd City’s Addison Weeks.

Story and photos

Dodd City’s Addyson Chaney.

Savoy’s Dustin Bates.

Dodd City’s Lindsey Mauppin.

Dodd City’s Breezy Jenkins (15).

The Bonham Post Office

By Malinda Allison, Fannin County Museum of History

Courtesy Photos

[The 5th in a series of articles for the 175th Anniversary of Bonham]

Early in the mid-1850s the Bonham Post Office was located on the north side of the Square, but it was moved to South Main Street and that street became known as “Post Office Row.” The Post Office remained on Post Office Row for about 30 years.

Around 1885 the Bonham Post Office moved to the northeast corner of Center Street and 5th Street, where Legend Bank is now located.

Construction on the current Post Office building on south Center Street began in 1912 and it opened for business on March 2, 1914.

On the evening of Saturday, February 28, 1914, a reception was held at the new post office for the citizens of Bonham, and about 1,000 people attended.

The citizens of Bonham were very proud of the new building. A newspaper article stated:

“As you enter the splendid corridor you are at once struck with the magnificent proportions of the building. The ceiling is high and the

columns and everything in the corridor at once impress you with the perfect equipoise of the proportions of the structure.”

A surprising (to me) feature of the new building was that it had a general toilet and bath room, to be used exclusively by the carriers. This room had a “shower bath, where a tired carrier can go, after a tramp over his route, and have a refreshing bath. It is hardly necessary to state that the entire building is supplied with hot and cold water, and that it has sewerage, there being several water closets.”

The Fannin County Museum of History obtained some of the original post office boxes and the service

desk which were removed when the Bonham Post Office was renovated in the 1940s. These items were first moved to the Telephone Post Office, and then in 1991 to the Museum.

This is a popular display in the Museum. Drop by the Museum to see the Post Office display and many other interesting and beautiful items.

The Post Office was a very important institution in earlier times. Mail would arrive on the train several times a day and be put in boxes throughout the day. Letters would arrive in “General Delivery” for those without boxes or addressed to travelers.

Photographs showing the building under construction.

This is a lovely image of the new building.

The Shelby Ballenger Band

Saturday, March 11th

Press Release - The Shelby Ballenger Band Sat. March 11th 6pm Gate The band starts at 8 PM, Powder Creek Pavilion Bonham, TX. $15 at the Gate.

The Shelby Ballenger Band Shelby Ballenger is an up-and-coming singer/songwriter from the small town of Princeton, Texas. Through her music, she tells us her life lessons and stories. Shelby performs every weekend in various bars, restaurants, and honky tonks. She sings her tunes, hoping to become Texas known. To share a few accomplishments, Shelby has opened for Jason Boland and Lee Ann Womack & has played on the Billy Bob’s TX stage.

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Show me an older dog who’s missing teeth, and almost every single time, I’ll show you a dog who’s been on canned food her whole life. Wild dogs and wolves (Fluffy’s cousins) don’t eat canned dog food, so rarely have dental issues. They crunch through dead carcasses, bones, fur and feathers, which I know is gross, but it’s great for their teeth. Correspondingly, a premium, hard kibble with perhaps some warm water, is best for your dog’s dental health. It’s better for her digestive tract too. If your dog is on canned food now, you can slowly transition

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her to hard food by adding it to her current diet incrementally. You could always continue to put a smidge of canned food on the hard food. - Hard dog chews, natural bones and rope toys are good for her teeth as well, but the best thing overall, is to brush them twice a week.

You can get Fluffy used to the idea by gently and briefly rubbing her teeth with your finger while you pet her, for a few days. Then graduate to a finger brush you can get from the pet store. Use doggie toothpaste, as it won’t upset her tummy like Crest will, and dogs like the taste.

Tartar and foul breath are bad signs. At this point, I would strongly advise having your vet, clean her teeth, and here’s why: Plaque leads to gingivitis, which leads to periodontal disease, which in turn can lead to swollen gums and loose teeth. At that point, she will have bacteria flooding her system via her digestive tract. This weakens your dog’s immune system, and can cause her kidneys, liver and heart to be compromised. - The expense and hassle of doggie dental hygiene is worth the extra years you may well add to your precious dog’s life.

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Judge Cunningham then discussed how the ordinance they are looking at was adopted either in “86” or “87” and anything before then was grandfathered in and the law would not apply. Judge Moss then asked if vehicles accumulating “more than three” after 1986 could be construed a junkyard? Judge Cunningham clarified that broken down tractors (yard art) that are not being used for parts would not fall into that category. But if you have three (or more) broken down vehicles since 1986 whose parts are being sold or used, that may be categorized as a junkyard. Commissioner Magness added they are mostly concerned with wrecking/ salvage yards.

21. Discussion regarding Courthouse repairs – County Judge: A discussion ensued regarding the accumulation of lingering repair issues that included comments from a citizen of Bonham regarding items he called attention to a few months ago that has yet to be resolved.

22. Discussion regarding landfills in Fannin County – County Judge: Judge Cunningham stated he has communicated with Attorney Jim Allison’s office (TAC) who will be providing a copy of landfill ordinances he has put together for other counties and reiterated the importance of having an ordinance in place to protect Fannin County from having to receive the wastes of other counties.

23. Discussion regarding water issues affecting Fannin County – County Judge: Judge Cunningham commented on the efforts being made to assure Fannin County has water in the future and noted he’s waiting on a response from the state on the issue of sand mines and their effect on water.

24. Discussion regarding Fannin County road issues – County Judge: Covered in Item 18.

25. Discussion regarding the Caddo Land exchange between USFS and UTRWD – County Judge: Doug Janeway with Upper Trinity Regional Water District spoke on a land exchange proposal between the US Forest Service and UTRWD and explained the process involved. After describing the benefits to be had by the citizenry with the success of this exchange, he explained an advertisement was placed in the Fannin County Leader Newspaper with all the details (February 28th’s edition, page 16) and asked the public’s support for Lake Ralph Hall. Commissioner Magness voiced his

support for Lake Ralph Hall with Judge Cunningham adding the court would look at the document to understand better what needs to be approved and place it on next week’s agenda for action.

26. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Deliberation Regarding Contracts – a closed meeting will be held pursuant to §551.0725 of the Government Code for deliberation regarding business and financial issues in relation to contract(s) being negotiated whereas an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the Commissioners Court in negotiations with a third person – County Judge: Executive Session was entered into at 11:09 a.m. Regular Session was re-entered at 12:39 p.m.

27. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Consultation with Attorney – a closed meeting will be held pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code to (1) seek the advice of its attorney regarding: (A) pending or contemplated liti-

gation; or (B) a settlement offer; or (2) on a matter in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with this chapter – County Judge: See Item 26.

28. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Personnel Matters – a closed meeting will be held pursuant to Sec. 551.074 of the Government Code for

(1) deliberation of personnel matters regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or (2) to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee – regarding reinstating years of service to employees that have been rehired and other personnel issues –County Judge: See Item 26.

29. Discussion, consideration and action regarding Contracts Executive Session – County Judge: Judge Cunningham made a motion to retain the services of Eikon,

an engineering firm, to inspect this courthouse and give a punch list of items in disrepair and/or items that hasn’t been completed yet with an approximate cost of accomplishing each of those items. Commissioner Magness seconded the motion which passed unanimously.

30. Discussion, consideration and action regarding

Consultation Executive Session – County Judge: Judge Cunningham made the motion to allow District Attorney Richard Glaser to use space in District Clerk April Gibbs work area. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Lane and the motion passed unanimously.

31. Discussion, consideration and action regarding

needed.

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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 fourwheel drive until the path ended and then gave pursuit on foot. The warden guided the deputy to where he

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Week of March 1, 2023

Cooper FAIR. Water lightly stained; 55 degrees. Few reports and anglers on the water. Fishing slow and fish are scattered. Fork FAIR. Water Stained; 58-65 degrees; 2.29 feet below pool. Fork is heating up and so is the bite with some fishing starting their spawning patterns . Texas rigs and Viper XP jigs and swim jigs doing good on the front side of flooded grass and weeds 2-4 feet. Chatterbaits working in the same areas. Yum dingers working on the edge of the grass are doing good as well in 2-4 feet . Colors vary between June bug or black and blue . Square bills on windy points2-5 ft . Red or orange . Lavon GOOD. Water lightly stained; 55 degrees; 0.41 feet below pool. Fishing patterns are holding steady. Blue catfish bite at the feeder creeks should be on fire at the mouths and sometimes up the creeks. Catfish are also in deep water 20-30 feet, and starting to see more schools of catfish at 15-20 feet on flats and slopes midday.

Ray Roberts FAIR. Water is stained; 51 degrees; 0.64 feet below pool. White bass are in the creek spawning. Crappie are in the mouths of creeks biting on jigs and minnows in 3-12 feet of water. Bass are biting on Alabama rigs and jerkbaits. Not catching numbers of bass, but the quality is good. Visibility is 1-2 feet of water.

Tawakoni GOOD. Water lightly stained; 55 degrees; 0.51 feet above pool. Lake Tawakoni is 6 inches high and we still have water going over the spillway. White bass and hybrids have moved off the main lake and can be found at the mouth of creeks and rivers staging to spawn. Getting these fish to bite can be tricky. Smaller crappie jigs with small plastic baits has worked best. The trophy Blue Catfish bite is good. Fish to 70 pounds have been caught on fresh gizzard shad and cut bait. Depths from 6-25 feet are working best. Texoma GOOD. Water stained; 65 degrees; 0.83 feet below pool. Striped bass fishing has been fair to good with the fish slow to bite while they gorge on baitfish. On days without wind target structure in 15-20 feet of water with Alabama rigs. When the wind is blowing deadstick in 60 feet of water.

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.

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Fannin County Electric Cooperative, Inc. (FCEC) Scholarship Program

FCEC is issuing twenty

$1,500 Scholarships for students attending accredited institutions of higher learning, trade, or vocational schools. Seniors graduating in May whose parents and/or guardians are Electric Cooperative Members are eligible to apply.

Belly Dance Series begins at Creative Arts Center

The application deadline is March 31, 2023. Application and Proof of Residency Forms are available at Bonham Public Library 305 E 5th St, Bonham, FCEC’s office 1530 Silo Rd, Bonham and on FCEC’s Website: https://www.fcec. coop

Bonham ISD Names Coach John Ramsey Boys’ Athletic Director and Head Football Coach

March 2, 2023

At their regular meeting held on Monday, February 27, 2023, the Bonham ISD Board of Trustees voted unanimously to approve Coach John Ramsey as the District’s new Boys Athletic Director and Head Football Coach. District leaders are excited about the decision and look forward to seeing the Purple Warrior Football and all boys’ athletic programs prosper under his leadership.

Coach Ramsey is originally from Bells, TX. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Recreation and a Master of Science in Sports Administration from Southeastern Oklahoma State University. He has served at Bonham ISD for the last 8 years.

Coach Ramsey has served as the Purple Warrior Head

Baseball Coach for all of those 8 years. He also has served various roles for our Football Program including Defensive Coordinator and Special Teams Coordinator for multiple head coaches. Prior to Bonham ISD, Coach Ramsey served as the Defensive Coordinator and Head Baseball Coach for Blue Ridge ISD. Coach Ramsey is married to BHS Alumni, Amy MorrisonRamsey. Together they have two beautiful daughters that attend Bonham ISD.

“I am deeply honored at the chance to lead the Fighting Purple Warrior programs. Together our programs will shine with Purple Pride.” –

John Ramsey

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Press Release - On Wednesday March 15th, Michelle’s beginners Belly Dance Basics series begins at 6:00pm! In this 8-week series, make friends, have fun, raise your heart rate and your self-esteem while learning the ancient and beautiful art of belly dance. No matter your dance experience, we will start with the basics and have you dancing combinations and perfecting your technique in no time. This is a low impact class suitable for all body types, and all levels are welcome to join us as we create art through movement. Also beginning on March 15th at 7pm is a continuation of choreography for the Heritage Day performance!

In this 8-week series, we will continue adding combinations, layers and dimension to build your performance. We will perfect our sweet and saucy drum solo choreography while also branching out into some American Tribal moves and combinations. Public performance will be encouraged but is not required. Join us as we continue to have fun and make friends while learning, practicing, and performing the ancient and beautiful art of belly dance! This is a low impact class suitable for all body types. $96 series for CAC Members, $130 series for Non-Members. Reservations are required; RSVP to BonArtCenter@ gmail.com or 903-640-2196

OBITUARIES

VIVIAN MATLOCK MEEK

Vivian Matlock Meek was born May 3, 1930. She took her final, earthly breath February 28, 2023, at the age of 92 years, 9 months, and 25 days with her children by her side. Psalm 55:6: “And I said, Oh that I had wings like a dove! for then I would fly away, and be at rest.”

CAROL A. BULLOCK

Went to be with our Lord on February 22, 2023.

Carol would have turned 80 on her birthday JULY 11 2023

Carol was born in Dallas, Texas to Rayford Cook and Beulah Griffin Cook McDaniel. She was preceded in death by her parents, her loving husband David Samuel Bullock, oldest son Thomas DeWayne (Bo) Bullock, and granddaughter Angel Barber.

She is survived by her son Darren Bullock, daughter Kristi Barber and husband L. Casey Barber, daughter-in-law Gina Bullock and 14 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren. Visitation was held at Scoggins Funeral Home followed by grave side service at Pilot Grove Cemetery on February 24, 2023.

DARREL LEE KOLL

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved Father, Grampy and PopPop, Darrel Lee Koll, age 89 of Bonham TX. He passed away on February 24, 2023, 2.5 months after falling and breaking his femur, at Clyde W. Cosper State Veterans Home in Bonham, TX.

Darrel was born on December 31, 1933 to Lawrence and Edith Koll in Kansas City, MO. He graduated from Southeast High School in 1954 and married his high school sweetheart. Shortly after he joined the US Air Force where he was stationed in Swindon, England at Burderop Park Air Force Base. When he finished his Military Service, Darrel joined his father at Koll’s Radiator Shop where he worked until his father retired. Darrel opened Car City Radiator Shop in KC, MO where he worked until he retired. His love of flying led him to start working at Butler Memorial Airport in Butler, MO. He started flying in 1972 and logged over almost 500 hours of flying. After serving his time at the airport he moved to South Texas to be close to his youngest son Patrick and his family. After several years he then settled down on his daughter’s property in Bonham, TX. Darrel will be remembered for his loving spirit, great sense of humor, passion for flying, scuba diving adventures, guitar picking and riding his Harley Fat Boy.

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The daughter of the late A.A. Matlock and Burnettie Taylor Matlock, Vivian was born in Sowell’s Bluff, Texas. She attended Angel Flatts and Bonham schools and graduated in the class of 1948. Miss Matlock married Raymond L. Meek on September 9, 1948. {{more}} Together, they moved to Fort Worth, Texas, where they resided for many years and raised their three children: Connie Meek Estes, Tim Bruce Meek, and the late Cleatus Alexander Meek. In the early ’80s, the families moved back to the Bonham area.

Vivian loved her Lord and Savior and showed it by being a faithful and active member of Central Baptist Church, Bonham, for more than 40 years. She taught Sunday School, Bible School, participated in women’s groups, visitations, and was beloved. Vivian loved hosting family dinners on Sundays, shopping with her sisters, dining at restaurants, and catering to her brother, sisters, family members, and friends.

Vivian and Raymond were married 43 years before his passing in 1991. Following his death, Vivian was blessed by the friendship and companionship of Raymond’s Army buddy, Mr. Granville Fields. Granville became an integral part of everyone’s life in the extended Meek family. Celebrating birthdays, weddings, and holidays, we were honored to call him one of our own until his passing at the age of 96 in 2017.

Vivian is preceded in death by her parents, A.A. & Burnettie Matlock, her husband, Raymond Meek, son, Cleatus Meek, brothers, Luke Matlock and Earl Matlock, and sisters, Pauline Lockaby, Merle Blake, Barbara Young, and Venita Matlock. Also preceding her in death and precious to her were; a niece, Vivian Elaine Blake, and nephews; Robert Matlock, Jimmy Luther Underwood, David Ray Blake, and Henry Earl (Bo) Underwood.

Vivian is survived by her daughter, Connie (Joe) Estes, and son, Tim (DJ) Meek. Meemaw is survived by four grandchildren: Cleatus (Jen) Estes, Canda (Ben) Kroger, Luke (Laura) Meek, and Sarah Meek. She is also survived by her five greatest joys, her great-grandchildren: Audri, Tully, Austin, Alex, and Abram. Aunt Viv, as she was lovingly called by the following, is also survived by nieces, Shirley Blake Byrne, Marilee Young Samuelson, and Donna Young Wallace; & nephew, Jackie Underwood; as well as many extended family members and a host of friends.

Graveside services, led by Rev. Gene Owen, were held at Willow Wild Cemetery in Bonham, Texas, on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at 2:00 p.m.

Pallbearers were Stephen Glenn, Sr., Thomas Glenn, Cleatus Estes, Luke Meek, Tully Estes, and Austin Holland.

The family would like to extend gratitude and a sincere thank you to the following staff for supporting, assisting, and loving our Mom/Meemaw/Aunt Viv:

• Woodmore Assisted Living

• North Star Ranch Care Center

• Heart to Heart Hospice

He is preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Edith Koll, sister, Gloria W. Koll, sons, Darrel J. Koll and Patrick R. Koll. Survivors are daughter, Karrel Bell and husband Eric of Bonham, TX, Daughter-In-Law Flor Koll of McAllen, TX, 7 grandsons, Kaleb Bell (Adelita), Seth Bell (Destiny), Noah Bell, Joey Koll (Winter), Jakob Koll, Anthony Koll (Ester), Jordan Koll, great grandchildren, Derek Koll, Dillon Koll, Rose Bell and many cousins.

SHONDA RENNAE MAGNESS

Shonda Rennae Magness, 58, of Telephone, TX went to be with the Lord on February 23, 2023. Shonda was born on January 18, 1965 to Carolyn Dutton. After Shonda graduated from Crane High School in 1983, she went on to play Basketball at Odessa College. That is where she met her first husband, Tommy Stahl. Together they had two beautiful daughters, Lauren & Lindsey. They were married for 25 years.

On June 10, 2017, Shonda married the great love of her life, Jerry Magness. They lived a beautiful and happy life together on their ranch in Telephone, TX. Here she learned how to work cattle and become a “Rancher’s wife” which she was so very proud of. Shonda was preceded in death by grandparents Clint & Falby Elliot and her mother, Carolyn Dutton. She is survived by Husband, Jerry Magness; Daughter Lauren Bennett and her Husband Chris Bennett; Daughter Lindsey Stahl and her fiancé Jacob Barker; Sister Denna Parham and her husband Bill; Brother Tommy Enos and his wife; Grandchildren Kyler Clemons (19), Emilee Allen (16), Ella Allen (11), Brody Stahl (11), Ella Bennett (10) and Brantley Morales (5). As well as numerous aunts, uncles & cousins.

Shonda loved all her grandchildren more than anything. Her favorite and most cherished title was “Nana”.

Shonda touched so many lives through her years of coaching volleyball, attending church and work. To know her was to love her. Her smile could light up a room and her laugh would bring so much joy. She will be greatly missed by everyone that knew her. Services were held graveside on Monday, February 27, 2023 at 11:00am at Forrest Grove Cemetery, Telephone, TX. Bro. Mike Allred officiated.

Family visitation was held immediately following service at the Telephone Community Center.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to the Fannin County Children’s Center in Shonda’s memory.

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

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE FOREST SERVICE

NOTICE OF EXCHANGE PROPOSAL LAND-FOR-LAND EXCHANGE and REQUEST FOR SCOPING COMMENTS

National Forests and Grasslands in Texas Caddo - Lyndon B. Johnson National Grasslands

Notice is hereby given that the United States Department of Agriculture, Forest Service is considering an exchange of land with the Upper Trinity Regional Water District (UTRWD), under the authority of the General Exchange Act of March 20, 1922 (42 Stat. 465, as amended; 16 U.S.C. 485, 486); the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of October 21, 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1716, 1717); and the Federal Land Exchange Facilitation Act of August 20, 1988 (102 Stat. 1086; 43 U.S.C. 1716). The Forest Service is interested in acquiring the non-Federal parcels and the exchange proposal is currently being analyzed to determine whether or not the land exchange is in the public interest.

All tracts involved in this exchange are located in Fannin County, Texas within the proclaimed boundary of the Caddo National Grassland. All of the following Federal and non-Federal tracts are located within an area bounded to the north by the North Sulphur River Channel, to the east by Farm-to-Market Road 2990, to the south by TX State Hwy. 34, and to the west by Farm-to-Market Road 68, except for Federal tracts C-154 and C-155. Tracts C-154 and C-155 are located on the southside of TX State Hwy. 34, east of the junction with Farm-to-Market Road 68.

The lands under the jurisdiction of the USDA Forest Service that are being considered for exchange are described as: A 99.026-acre tract out of the W. Chadwell Survey - Abstract 217 [Forest Service (FS) Tract C-6]; a 24.473-acre tract out of the K. Harwick Survey - Abstract 495 and W. Hutchins - Abstract 487 [FS Tract C-18]; a 40.19-acre tract out of the J. Nail Survey - Abstract 842 [FS Tract C-20]; a 33.25-acre tract out of the J. Nail Survey - Abstract 842 [FS Tract C-20a]; a 15.14-acre tract out of the J. Nail Survey - Abstract 842 [FS Tract C-20b]; a 23.025-acre tract out of the K. Harwick Survey - Abstract 495 and W. Hutchins - Abstract 487 [FS Tract C-26]; a 127.613-acre tract out of the K. Harwick Survey - Abstract 495 [FS Tract C-29]; a 62.453-acre tract out of the K. Harwick Survey - Abstract 495 [FS Tract C-30]; a 109.351-acre tract out of the J. Nail Survey - Abstract 842 [FS Tract C-31]; a 12.043-acre tract out of the J. Nail Survey - Abstract 842 [FS Tract C-35]; a 50.011-acre tract out of the J. Nail Survey - Abstract 842 [FS Tract C-38]; a 107.368-acre tract out of the J. Nail Survey - Abstract 842 [FS Tract C-41]; a 194.713-acre tract out of the D. Davis Survey - Abstract 269 and W. Perrin Survey - Abstract 873 [FS Tract C-53]; a 35.178-acre tract out of the W. Perrin Survey - Abstract 873 [FS Tract C-60]; a 13.385-acre tract out of the W. Perrin Survey - Abstract 873, partitioned out of 67.304 ac Tract C-59 [FS Tract C-61]; a 28.261-acre tract out of the J. Hart Survey - Abstract 492, T. Toby Survey - Abstract 1133, partitioned out of 75.68 acre Tract C-82 [FS Tract C-83]; a 9.892-acre tract out of the JB Goodman Survey - Abstract 408 [FS Tract C-154]; a 9.877-acre tract out of the JB Goodman Survey - Abstract 408 [FS Tract C-155]. Together with a right-of-way for a motorized trail, 20-foot in width, across Federal Tract C-82. Containing 995.366 acres, more or less.

The non-Federal lands that are being considered for exchange are described as: A 368.421-acre tract out of the James D. Goodman Survey - Abstract No. 407, Thomas Ware Survey - Abstract No. 1197, Alsey Fuller Survey - Abstract No. 395, Martha Moody Survey - Abstract No. 699, and James M. Sharp Survey

- Abstract No. 1028 [FS Tract C-25]; a 15.657-acre tract out of the Alsey Fuller Survey - Abstract No. 395 [FS Tract C-25a]; a 5.750-acre tract out of the of the Charles Logan Survey - Abstract No. 643 and Martha Moody SurveyAbstract No. 699 [FS Tract C-25b]; a 14.419-acre tract out of the of the Charles Logan Survey - Abstract No. 643 [FS Tract C-25c]; a 191.326-acre tract out of the of the Martha Moody Survey - Abstract No. 699 [FS Tract C-25d]; 29.280-acre tract out of the of the Martha Moody Survey - Abstract No. 699 [FS Tract C-25e]; a 28.872-acre tract out of the Thomas Toby Survey - Abstract No. 1133 [FS Tract C-25f]; a 30.527-acre tract out of the Thomas Toby Survey

- Abstract No. 1133 and Martha Moody Survey - Abstract No. 699 [FS Tract C-25g]; a 58.798-acre tract out of the Thomas Toby Survey - Abstract No. 1133 and Martha Moody Survey - Abstract No. 699 [FS Tract C-25h]; a 59.217acre tract out of the William Perrin Survey - Abstract No. 873, the William Lewis Survey - Abstract Number 649, and the Jason Wilson Survey - Abstract 1159 [FS Tract C-25i]; a 11.230-acre tract out of the Josiah Hart Survey - Abstract No. 492 and William Perrin Survey - Abstract No. 873 [FS Tract C-25j]; a 48.201-acre tract out of the William Lewis Survey - Abstract No. 649 [FS Tract C-25k]; a 26.137-acre tract out of the William Lewis Survey -- Abstract No. 649 [FS Tract C-25l]; a 44.919-acre tract out of the of the Robert Fleming Survey - Abstract No. 377 [FS Tract C-25m]; a 47.808-acre tract out of the of the Robert Fleming Survey - Abstract No. 377 [FS Tract C-25n]; a 15.691-acre tract out of the of the Robert Fleming Survey - Abstract No. 377 [FS Tract C-25o].

Containing 996.253 acres, more or less.

Any or all of the above-described lands may be exchanged. If the values are unequal, either party may equalize the values by making a cash payment, not to exceed 25 percent of the value of the lands transferred out of Federal ownership. The non-Federal lands proposed for acquisition by the Forest Service may include wetlands and floodplains along the creek segments. The Federal lands proposed for conveyance by the Forest Service may include wetlands and floodplains along the creek segments.

In addition, the exchange is expected to meet Forest-wide standards and guidelines, and the Management Area direction as described in the Land and Resource Management Plan. However, there may be a need for project-specific Forest Plan Amendment in regard to standards for Forest Plan Management Area (MA) 8d – Natural Heritage Areas. The conveyance of Federal Tract C-61, 13.4 acres, is within MA 8d and would not meet Forest Plan standard MA-8d-52 which states “Retain all lands as public lands”. The 2012 Planning Rule (36 CFR 219) requires notice of which substantive requirements of sections 219.8 through 219.11 are likely to be related to the amendment. Suspension of Forest Plan standard MA8d-52, through an amendment, is likely related to the consideration of § CFR 219.9(a)(2) Diversity of plant and animal communities.

The scoping comment period for this project is being combined with the 45-day notification and comment period requirement for proposed land exchanges. The public is invited to submit any comments or concerns about the exchange proposal, including advising the Forest Service of any liens, encumbrances, or other claims relating to the lands being considered for exchange, as well as any comments on the proposed project-specific Forest Plan Amendment.

Comments received, including names and addresses of those who commented, will be considered part of the public record for this proposed action and will be available for public inspection. Comments submitted anonymously will be accepted and considered; however, anonymous comments will not provide the agency with the ability to provide the respondent with subsequent environmental documents.

This project is expected to be documented in an environmental assessment and decision notice; and will be subject to objection (see 36 CFR 220.7).

Comments must be submitted in writing to the District Ranger, Caddo-LBJ National Grasslands, 1400 US Highway 81/287, Decatur, TX 76234, within 45 days after the initial date of publication of this notice. Comments may also be submitted electronically via the online comment form at: https://cara.fs2c.usda.gov/Public//CommentInput?Project=63528

Please state “Caddo Land Exchange” in the subject line when providing electronic responses, or on the envelope when replying by mail.

For maps and more information on the proposed exchange, visit the project-specific link at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/ project/?project=63528

If you have any questions, please contact Amanda Bataineh, Lands, Minerals, Special Uses Program Manager, National Forests & Grassland in Texas, at amanda.bataineh@usda.gov or by phone at 936-639-8580.

CITY OF TRENTON, TEXAS

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE CREATION OF A PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT

Pursuant to Section 372.009(c) and (d) of the Texas Local Government Code, as amended, notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Trenton, Texas (“City”), will hold a public hearing to accept public comments and discuss the petition (the “Petition”), filed by Fieldside Development, LLC, a Texas limited liability company (formerly known as GLA Ventures, LLC) (the “Petitioner”), requesting that the City create the Anderson Crossing Public Improvement District (the “District”) to include property owned by the Petitioner.

Time and Place of the Hearing. The public hearing will start at or after 7:00 p.m. on March 29, 2023, at the regular meeting place of the City Council of the City in the Trenton City Hall located 216 Hamilton St., Trenton, Texas 75490. During the public hearing, any interested persons may speak for or against the establishment of the proposed District and the advisability of the improvements to be acquired and constructed for the benefit of the property within the District.

NOTICE CITY OF RAVENNA

ORDINANCE NO. 38

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RAVENNA, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS, PROHIBITING THE USE OF ENGINE BRAKES (ALSO KNOWN AS “JAKE BRAKES”); PROVIDING THE REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING A PENALTY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF RAVENNA, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS THAT:

ARTICLE I.

A. Engine Brakes

1. Engine Brakes. This ordinance applies to the use or operation of an auxiliary or compression engine brake (also known as “Jake” Brake”) which produces any noise in additional to the normal operating engine noise is prohibited within the city limits. This provision is not intended to prohibit the passage of vehicles equipped with engine brakes or “Jake Brakes” in posted areas but rather prohibit the use of such equipment.

2. It shall be unlawful for any driver of a truck or truck-tractor to activate or use the unit’s engine brake within the city limits except in an emergency situation.

3. The term “emergency situation” for the purposes of this ordinance, shall mean one in which there is imminent danger of collision with property, persons or animals.

4. Emergency vehicles shall be exempt from the “Jake Brake” ordinance.

B. Penalty

Any person, or persons, violating or failing to comply with any provision of this Ordinance shall be fined, upon conviction, not less than one dollar ($1.00) nor more than five hundred dollars ($500.00) for each offense.

ARTICLE II.

All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are, to the extent of such conflict, hereby repealed.

ARTICLE III.

It is hereby declared to be the intention of the Board of Commissioners that the sections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses and phrases of this Ordinance are severable and, if any phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph, or section of this Ordinance shall be declared unconstitutional by the valid judgment or decree of any court of competent jurisdiction, such unconstitutionality shall not affect any of the remaining phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs, and sections of this ordinance, since the same would have been enacted by the Board of Commissioners without the incorporation in this ordinance of any such unconstitutional phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph, or section.

ARTICLE IV.

This Ordinance will take effect immediately from after its passage and the publication of the caption, as the law in such cases provides.

PASSED AND ADOPTED ON THIS THE 212st DAY OF February, 2023

Joseph Passanisi, Mayor Attest:

Pat Patterson, City Secretary

Dates of Publication:

AUCTIONS

AUTOMOBILE AUCTION

The following vehicles will be sold at public auction on March 21, 2023 at 9:00 AM, at Pro Auto, 103 N Main St, Bonham, TX 75418.

2002 ACURA 2H

2004 CHEV 4D

2004 DODG 4D

1998 DODG PK

1995 DODG PK

AUTOMOBILES

TRUCK FOR SALE

2012 F350 Super Duty, dually, King Ranch, ranch hand bumper, headache rack, air lift on back with remote operated compressor. Auxiliary 45 gal. tank, commercial grade tool box, B&W hitch. High, Highway miles, BUT COMPLETE

NEW MOTOR UNDERHOOD AND FUEL RAIL, installed by Bob Utter Ford, motor less than 50,000 miles, warranty follows mtr. Call for pics or with questions. Vehicle located in Bonham. Asking $23,699. Hillard 972-837-7176

Susan 972-837-7166

2005 CHEVROLET PICK-UP

½ ton with lift tail gate & side boards for sale. Call 903-227-2130.

EMPLOYMENT

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 903583-4018 or apply in person at Blain Service Company, 7258 N Hwy 78 in Ravenna

7 SISTER CARE

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

NORTH TEXAS SAFARI PARK

Is hiring for these positions:

• Animal Care Staff

• Park Keepers

• General Labors Weekends are Manditory

FULL TIME - PART TIME Apply: northtexassafaripark@gmail.com or call 903-718-0305.

City of Ladonia Now Hiring

The City of Ladonia is accepting applications for one position in the Public Works/Water Department. Applications and full job description may be obtained at www.cityofladonia.com or by contacting City of Ladonia, 100 Center Plaza, P.O. Box 5, Ladonia, TX 75449 or by calling 903-367-7011 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Salary depending on experience and qualifications. Paid vacation and sick leave. Health benefits available. Retirement program with Texas Municipal Retirement System. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. The City of Ladonia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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.

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. 903-583-3597

FOR SALE

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

HELP WANTED

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

BUDGET STUMP REMOVAL

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

FARM and LAWN

GARAGE / INSIDE SALE

Friday March 10th and Saturday March 11th

8am-5pm

300 Fannin St., Bonham, TX

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

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

HELP WANTED

GARAGE SALES FOR SALE

FOR SALE: Solid cherry wood dining table w/ 8 chairs, including 2 captian chairs. Great Condition. $400.00. In Bonham. Call: 304-613-7268.

LAYING HENS

Cinnamon Queens and Bovan Browns 12-15 months old. Lays big brown eggs. $10 each taking 10 or more. Will take unwanted roosters in on trade. Ladonia, TX. Call 903-217-9873.

FOR SALE

Full size stainless steel chafing dishes with frames and lids. Also, lots of other catering accessory items. Call Weesie 903-227-7259.

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY

WILLIAMS LANDSCAPE

Looking to hire an experienced bookkeeper full time or part time. Must have experience with QuickBooks Pro. Send Resume to david@williamslandscapeinc.com or call 972670-1485.

MOONLIGHT NURSERY

Looking to hire Assistant for nursery management. Must have some knowledge and experience with the plant industry. Send Resume to david@williamslandscapeinc.com or call 972670-1485.

HELP WANTED

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

HELP WANTED

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

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.

FREE SCRAP METAL

PICK UP & HAUL OFF Appliances, copper, aluminum, etc. We buy junk cars, farm equipment. No title OK. Also 5th wheel & gooseneck camper hauling. 903-744-4943.

A PAW UP

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

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

AFFORDABLE STUMP GRINDING

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

A & A

HANDYMAN SERVICE

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

APP HOUSE LEVELING & FOUNDATION REPAIR

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

LEGAL NOTICE

MAINTENANCE

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

CALL the HANDYMAN

BECAUSE YOU

DESERVE the BEST...

•Painting •Sheetrock Repair & Texture •Remodeling

•Plumbing •Electrical

•Mowing •Tree & Trim work •Flowerbeds. Call 903-304-9009.

HOME HEALTH CARE PROVIDER

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

GARDENS TILLED 817-999-4140

MUNOZ LAWN CARE & TREE TRIMMING

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

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

TREES and MÁS

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

2/28/23

Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations for Unincorporated Areas of Fannin County, Texas, Case No. 22-06-0044P. The Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) solicits technical information or comments on proposed flood hazard determinations for the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), and where applicable, the Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report for your community. These flood hazard determinations may include the addition or modification of Base Flood Elevations, base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries or zone designations, or the regulatory floodway. The FIRM and, if applicable, the FIS report have been revised to reflect these flood hazard determinations through issuance of a Letter of Map Revision (LOMR), in accordance with Title 44, Part 65 of the Code of Federal Regulations. These determinations are the basis for the floodplain management measures that your community is required to adopt or show evidence of having in effect to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. For more information on the proposed flood hazard determinations and information on the statutory 90-day period provided for appeals, please visit FEMA’s website at https://www.floodmaps.fema.gov/fhm/BFE_Status/bfe_main.asp , or call the FEMA Mapping and Insurance eXchange (FMIX) toll free at 1-877-FEMA MAP (1-877-336-2627).

The Honey Grove Board of Adjustments will hear the following at the regular City of Honey Grove City Council Meeting, February 14, 2023 at 6:00 at Lyday Hall. Immediately following the City Council will hear from the Board of Adjustments and possible act on this variance request. The Honey Grove City Council, acting as the Planning and Zoning Commission, will hear this request to see if a Zone Change is applicable. If so, Council will act on these items in the City Council meeting immediately following the Board of Adjustments and the Planning and Zoning meetings.

1. Application by Cole Guidinger, 901 Poplar, Honey Grove, Texas- to build a duplex. This is a variance to the Single Family 1 Zone for this area.

2. Application by Cole Guidinger, 1200 W. Market, Honey Grove, Texas- to build a duplex. This is a variance to the Single Family 1 Zone for this area.

PUBLIC AUCTION

Everyone Welcome! No Buyer’s Premium! 1739 Texoma Pkwy; Sherman, TX 75090 3/11/22 Saturday @ 10am

3/7/23

Doors open @ 8am for preview and registration

Partial List:

Household Furniture including: Antique In-Lay Walnut Bedroom Set, Beds, Dressers, Night Stands, Curios, Hutch, Dining Tables & Chairs, Bookshelves, End Tables, Trunks, Lamps. Office Furniture including: Desks, Chairs, Conference Table, File Cabinets, Brighton Displays.

Collectibles and Household including: Fenton, Waterford, Capodimonte, Gone with the Wind, Bears, Ceramic Figures & Dolls, Costume Jewelry, M&M, Chicken Décor, Star Trek, Star Wars, NASCAR, Dishes, Yard Swing and Much More!

Forms of Payment: Cash (always good), Credit/Debit Card with Minimum Purchase of $100, Personal/Business Check with State Issued ID.

Sale by: Salyer Auction and Estate Sales

See pictures and details @ www.salyerauction.com

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.”

STORAGE

RENT A STORAGE UNIT @ BRIGHT START STORAGE in RANDOLPH & BONHAM

Several large units are available starting at $69.95! Unit sizes from 10 x 10 up to 10’ x 22’. Gated parking spaces start at $39.95. Randolph facility @ Hwy 121 & Hwy 11, Randolph, TX 75490. Bonham facility @ 400 Katy Blvd, Bonham, TX 75418. Contactless rental online 24/7 at www. brightstartstorage.com. For more information call our office at (903) 505-6800 & (903) 292-0657.

Auctioneer: Karen Salyer

Associate Auctioneers: Harold Crist Phyllis Neely Tx Lic #15090 Tx Lic #17899 Tx Lic #17927

The Manpower Behind Our Newest Lake

Press Release - “Team effort” could be used to describe every aspect of construction on Lake Ralph Hall. “It couldn’t be done without so much simultaneous collaboration and initiative from our project contractors,” said Randy Sliger,

Upper Trinity’s Lake Ralph Hall Construction Manager.

Around 240 workers are currently hard at work on the massive project with:

• 80 (approximately) crew members onsite daily, finishing the bridge barriers, build-

ing the walking path and connecting the new bridges with existing roadways.

• 130+ workers (and growing) excavating/building the Leon Hurse Dam and its various pieces.

• 16-20 workers daily ating

road entrances and excavating for the pump station.

• 9 operators with RES onsite for the past several weeks, clearing over 280 acres of the future lake bottom.

As they work simultaneously in different areas, key components for Lake Ralph Hall continue to take shape.

“We are really proud of how much our team has accomplished in such a short timeframe,” said Dennis D. Alsup, Construction Manager with Lamb-Star Engineering, who oversees the construction

of the Roadway Relocations which are nearly finished only two years after construction began.

Pete Schexnayder, Project Manager for Granite echoed Alsup as he commented on work at the dam. “We’re making great headway. The signatory structure of the Leon Hurse Dam is emerging from its foundation. Our construction crews have completed over 200,000 man-hours, and we are excited to watch it come together.”

City of Savoy Public Works Employee Needed

City of Savoy is accepting applications for a Part-time Public Works Employee. Must be a self-starter, motivated and you must be able to complete tasks without supervision. Must be able to lift and move at least 50 lbs., unassisted. Experience in operating lawn equipment and tractor a must. Please apply at Savoy City Hall at 405 E. Hayes, Savoy, TX 75479, 903-965-7706.

PUBLIC NOTICE OF TEST OF AUTOMATIC TABULATING EQUIPMENT

CLASSIFIEDS

REAL ESTATE

FOR RENT

2 Bed, 2 Bath Duplex

1111 Star St., Bonham. Approx. 900 sq.ft. $1,000 per month. 903-815-8136. BillBuysHouses.com

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

FOR RENT IN BONHAM Houses:

2 Bedroom, 1 bath, new windows and new bath, central heat/air. $950.

3 Bedroom, 1 bath, woodfloors, central heat/air. $1100.

Apartments:

Single story, all brick, microwave and dishwasher.

1 bedroom $800.

2 bedroom $950. Call 903-227-0920 for info.

Large RV with slides FOR RENT

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

3/7/23 3/7/23

Notice is hereby given that the automatic tabulating equipment to be used in the City and School Elections held on May 6, 2023 will be tested on 3/23/2023 at 3:00 pm at 800 E. 2nd Street, Bonham to ascertain that it will accurately count the votes cast for all offices and on all measures.

2/28/23

AVISO PUBLICO DE PROBAR EL EQUIPO PARA TABULAR AUTOMATICAMENTE

Por lo presente se da aviso que el equipo para tabular automáticamente que se usará en la Ciudad et Escolar que se llevará a cabo el 6 de mayo, 2023 se probará ela 800 E. 2nd Street, Bonham 3:00pm, 3/23/2023 a las dies en la mañana para determinar si el equipo contará con exacitud los votos para todos los puestos oficiales y sobre todos los proyectos de ley.

520 S. CENTER BONHAM, TX 75418

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

WANT TO BUY

FRIENDLY BUYER OF ALL JUNK CARS & TRUCKS

No TitleNo Problem Call Tony @ 903-449-9028

3/7/23

2/21/23

The whole world is short handed. Be KIND to those who choose to work/serve!

Tomorrow is

North

Tent, tables & chairs rentals. Covering Denison, Sherman, and Bonham areas.

9466 County Road 4214 Greenville, Texas 75401 (903) 259 - 6354 www.northtexaseventrentals.com

Commissioners

9/27/22

Continued from page 13

Don’t expect that the other driver’s insurance company is going to take care of you because they won’t unless you know how to get what you deserve. Call Attorney Dale R. Rose as soon as you can and let him fight with the insurance companies for you! He knows how to get you the best results for your injuries! Let him put his 26 years of experience to work for you. Free Consultation – No Upfront Costs!

32. Comments by County Commissioners and County Judge: Commissioner Lane commented on the informative training session attended in College Station last week, urged caution during hazardous weather, thanked all for coming and wished all a wonderful week. Commissioner Self echoed those comments adding his thanks for the JPC Association and the Award they presented Kevin and wished all a good week. Commissioner Mag-

Cal Lewis 903-715-0380

Light Cleanup!

Johnny Crosby 903-517-6772

ness said he appreciated the five remaining attendees to today’s court and wished Rusty a great day. Commissioner Kopf commented on the good discussions had in today’s meeting though he did miss lunch. Judge Cunningham thanked all for their attendance and voiced his belief how frank open discussion is good for democratic government. He noted his appreciation for living in a county that is still a community and concluded with a wish for God’s blessing on us all.

33. Adjourn: Meeting adjourned at 12:48 p.m.

Kind Hearts Theater Group presents Alice in Wonderland Benefit Show

March 19, 2023 4:00 pm

Living Word Church of God

699 US 82, Bonham Free Admission Tea Party Meet & Greet to follow Baked goods will be available for purchase

All donations of pet care products, towels, blankets and funds from this show will go to:

Braveheartheart

Annimal Volunteers

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) Take action for yourself and be there for others

a good day for trying something new.