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multiple state highway bridges have been destroyed in the process. The mitigation project is returning a section of the river downstream of the dam to its natural, meandering path.

The first phase of construction involves digging out the pathway for each tributary, making sure each has sufficient bends to slow down the flow of water.

“We are working on five main tributaries and have started on two of those,” shared Dustin Fitzgerald – Mitigate Texas Project Engineer and Texas Mitigation Solutions lead on stream mitigation for the Lake Ralph Hall project. Downstream, a subcontractor is working on the area where the new tributaries will connect into the existing North Sulphur River, removing soil so water will flow naturally into the existing riverbed.

“We’ve finished 1000 ft. on one tributary and 4000 ft. on another,” Fitzgerald explained. “Our team uses bulldozers and trackhoes to cut the channel.” Then they remove earth to create “a space for each tributary’s floodplain,” or the land area that floods with water during heavy rainfall. The tributaries range from around 8-10 ft. wide with floodplains from 100-180 ft. wide.

To keep the new riverbends from eroding, crew members are also installing “woody riffles,” or logs laid across the stream bottom in a pattern that naturally slows the water.

“In natural channel design, there are a lot of different structures that go in the channel for many reasons, including stability and habitat. To date, we’ve put in 5-6 riffles for river stability,” Fitzgerald explained. “Ultimately we will incorporate riffles every 250 ft. along each new stream. These slow the water and help it stay deeper and slower in curves to protect the stream banks. They also create more habitat by holding water longer, raising the water table and supporting bugs, plants and ecology in general. This is naturally supposed to be a wet area in the floodplain, so the stream work is helping it get back to that again.”

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By Rose Schwartz

Tuesday, April 09, 2024, Fannin County Judge Newt Cunningham called to order at 9:00 a.m., the Regular Meeting of the Fannin County Commissioners Court. Quorum was established with all County Commissioners and County Judge present. The Invocation was led by Judge Cunningham with the Pledges being led by Major James Manis, Retired.

4. Introductions: Judge Cunningham welcomed Fannin County Candidate Elect for Commissioner Precinct 1, Troy Waggoner and thanked him for being about county’s business without being on the payroll.

Workforce Solution office inside the indigent healthcare office to assist those patients cleared by their physicians to return to work, get back to work quicker. After touching on his efforts with in-patient screening he concluded with a public service announcement of assistance to the entire community who may need help filling out paperwork for the advance health directives of 1. A Living Will and 2. A Durable Power of Attorney. After Mr. DeMay’s report, Judge Cunningham added a cautionary note that some may want to talk to an attorney about the two directives mentioned.

dom; 99 1+ acre lots – Development Services Director: Fannin County Development Services Director Di Hopkins noted this property was on the south portion of FM 1396 and recounted the history of special exceptions with these lots before noting all requirements for approval had been met and she recommended approval. After some discussion by Judge Cunningham regarding CR 2985 and CR 2986 and how this development will eventually add money to the county’s tax base, a motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed.

a record of significant events (such as those affecting a nation or institution) often including an explanation of their causes.

There are 132 Historical Markers in Fannin County according to the Texas Historical Commission (THC) website. Each week I will search the County and post a pic along with the Marker location and the Marker text. If you have a specific Marker you want to see in the Leader, email the pic to fcltimmeek@gmial.com

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

History, noun : Valley Creek

Directions: From Leonard, take Fm 896 north for 3 miles.

Marker Text: The first permanent settlement in this area began in 1869 when eleven Presbyterian families migrated here from New York. Organized by Howard L. Parmele and others, including his brother-in-law Samuel F. B. Morse, the inventory of the telegraph, the colony was formed for the establishment of a Presbyterian U.S. A. mission. Land for the settlement was located near the site of Waller Wells, an early campground used by freight haulers operating between Sherman and the East Texas port of Jefferson. Named for a nearby stream, Valley Creek became a thriving community in the 1870s under the direction of Howard Parmele, who established a mercantile store, sawmill, and cotton gin here. The town also included a school, hotel, post office, drugstore, grist mill, barbershop, doctors, churches, and a blacksmith shop. With the assistance of Dr. D. H. Dodson, an Iowa minister and educator, the local Presbyterian U.S.A. church was formally organized in 1875. Bypassed by rail lines in 1880, the town declined. Businesses were moved to Leonard (e mi. S), where many former valley Creek residents became prominent leaders. Only a church building and a cemetery remain at the site of the pioneer Valley Creek community.

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5. Public Forum: Judge Cunningham thanked the many who were on emergency services duty over the weekend, from Fannin County Emergency Management Coordinator Troy Hudson and administrative staff to the extra Sheriff Deputies who were on duty. He noted there were approximately 50 or 60 people on duty to monitor and handle any problems that might have arisen. Judge Cunningham noted that with workers at the Roy Floyd Center 24/7, “the county was definitely not closed down” but thankfully was not needed as nothing went wrong.

ROUTINE ITEMS:

6. Approve payment of bills – County Auditor: Fannin County Auditor Alicia Whipple reported the bills needing to be paid were $224,928.93. A motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve payment with Commissioner Self seconding the motion which passed.

7. Approve Auditor monthly reports for March 2024 – County Auditor: Ms. Whipple noted the YTD (year to date) revenue in the General Fund was $12,426,472.32 with the expenses for General Fund YTD being at $7,312,567.65 which puts the county “in the black” to the tune of $5.1 million. Commissioner Self made the motion to approve with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed.

8. Indigent Healthcare Activity Report for Quarter 2 of Fiscal Year 2024 – Indigent Healthcare Director: Fannin County Indigent Healthcare Director Mark DeMay began his activity report for the months of Jan through March by noting the budget goal for that period was $102,750 with the actual spent being $69,376, resulting in his department coming in under budget by $33,703. He commended the county’s audit department for their assistance in helping him manage the budget before giving a TAPs (transit system) update. He reported 20 vouchers were given to indigent patients in January in need of transportation to their medical appointments with no issues arising except for the vouchers being able to be used only in the mornings (6:30 am thru 12:30 pm) as currently ride service is not available in the afternoons for Fannin County. He noted he set up an auxiliary Texas

9. Report of monies received by the Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 office for March 2024; $12,154.30 –County Judge (for JP 1): Informational only.

10. Report of monies received by the Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 office for March 2024; $4,774.97 –County Judge (for JP 3): Informational only.

11. Report of monies received by the District Clerk’s office for March 2024; $24,749.75 – County Judge (for District Clerk): Informational only.

DISCUSSION, CONSIDERATION AND ACTION ITEMS:

12. Approve Proclamation stating April 2024 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Fannin County – County Judge for Carol Pillars, Executive Director of the Fannin County Family Crisis Center: Media Liaison for the Fannin County Family Crisis Center, Katelynne Farr, spoke to explain how the Sexual Assault Awareness Month promotes educating the community on the work of preventing the crime of sexual assault. She noted how the center is partnering with The Clothesline Project with TShirts designed by a survivor of violence or by someone who lost a loved one to violence. More information on participating in this project can be obtained from the center at 903-583-7694. After a discussion ensued on the importance of community participation, a motion was made by Commissioner Kopf to approve the signing of the Proclamation with Commissioner McQueen seconding the motion which passed.

13. Approve additional cost of hotel room for the District Court Coordinator to attend the Texas Center of Judiciary Training for Court Professionals in June; $164.00 per night vs. max allowed of $145.00 per night – County Auditor: After Ms. Whipple explained why this was necessary and how with rate increases being common, the policies regarding these amounts would need to be revisited, a motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve with Commissioner Self seconding the motion which passed.

14. Approve Preliminary Plat for Five Points Subdivision on FM 1396 in Win-

15. Approve Preliminary Plat for The Harbor at Five Points on FM 1396 in Windom; 21 1+ acre lots - Development Services Director: Ms. Hopkins noted this property was located SE of 1396 before noting all requirements for its approval had been met. Commissioner Magness made the motion to approve with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed.

16. Approve incorporating both audio and video at weekly Commissioners Court meetings via Zoom – Network Administrator: Fannin County IT Network Administrator Dustin Morrow spoke to note the audio in the courtroom had been worked on last week as well as the camera system in the courtroom and both were in working condition to be used with Zoom meetings. Noting it was the decision of the court if visual should be incorporated with the audio Zoom services currently being transmitted to the county, he advised visual transmissions could go out as soon as next week. A discussion ensued with Judge Cunningham adding his thoughts how it would improve transparency. After noting other counties were already using visual in their courtrooms, Commissioner Magness made the motion to approve its use as early as next week. Commissioner Self seconded the motion which passed.

17. Discussion, presentation and possible action regarding proposed Moratorium on wind farms in Fannin County – County Judge for Chris Wilson: Fannin County resident Chris Wilson gave a lengthy informative slide show presentation titled “Stop the Exploitation of Our Home” where he detailed why he and the many landowners/residents standing with him are asking county officials to hear their pleas for the implementation of a 3-year moratorium on the erection of windmill farms in Fannin County. From the devaluation of property values which would decrease the amount of tax dollars coming into the county to validated health concerns resulting from the windmill structures, each slide (available for view on the county’s website for those wishing to know more) had a great deal of information backing his claims that the only ones benefitting from the behe-

moth structures would be the relatively few landowners who would be receiving a monthly check from the energy companies (some foreign). When he concluded his presentation six Fannin County residents came to the podium to offer their views (some expressing grave concerns) with only one of the six expressing an opposing viewpoint (people should be allowed to do what they want on their land) and challenging the truthfulness of the claims made by Mr. Wilson. Much discussion ensued among the various members of the court with Judge Cunningham conceding that if a nuisance is created on one’s property that affects neighboring properties, the right to obtain legal assistance to prevent that nuisance is valid. Noting a vote would not be possible on this without the court consulting with counsel to “see if there is a pathway to a moratorium,” it was suggested the court could revisit this after time was had to visit with the county’s attorney. A motion was then made by Commissioner McQueen to take a fifteen-minute break which was seconded by Commissioner Magness and the motion passed to take a break at 11:45 a.m. At approximately 12:00 p.m., the motion to come back into session passed. Commissioner Magness then made the motion to take a period of four weeks to make a decision on the moratorium with Commissioner McQueen seconding the motion which passed.

DISCUSSION ITEMS:

18. Discussion regarding potential GRS Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Texas Seven, LLC on Property ID# 78404 in the unincorporated area of Bonham, Texas – County Judge for Mike Fry, Senior Director for KE Andrews: This item was passed on.

19. Discussion regarding State Highway 78 Property – County Judge: Judge Cunningham explained how an agreement was in place between the Fannin County and the state for the county to move forward with an infrastructure for a path to the river when able, but because of the exorbitant cost of such a project, nothing will be done on that at this time. Having noted that, he advised that nothing would be moved on with the agreement and it would just be allowed to continue to exist in the event monies are available in the future to act on such a project.

OPEN DISCUSSION ITEMS:

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

20. Subdivision Committee and Subdivision Policy –County Judge: No significant updates

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After they’ve created the streams’ structure, TMS team members are planting native grass and placing biodegradable matting along the banks to keep them from eroding. Next winter, they will plant trees around the new streams and native grass across the entire 400 acres planned for mitigation. All told, the TMS team will be creating 5.7 miles of new stream, and currently have around 15 crew and subcontractor team members onsite. When finished, the mitigation will provide flood control for the North Sulphur River downstream, less erosion and new water and food resources for local wildlife. The site will be monitored for seven years after completion to confirm that the transformation’s working.

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years old on or before September 1st, 2024, he/she is eligible to enroll in pre-k.

Enrollment is based on availability of space. Precedence will be given to families who live in district. Spots will be given on a first come first serve basis. The forms are located in the elementary school office. You may come Monday – Friday 8:00 to 3:00 p.m. Please pick up the forms as soon as possible and get your child enrolled.

March News from Oakwood Cemetery

Press Release - March brings the beginning of spring and leads to spring cleaning. Oakwood Cemetery received its own spring cleaning when Christmas decorations, faded flowers, and any broken objects were removed. Spring also brings an uptick in squirrel activity, and they seem to love some of the flowers placed on the graves. It may be certain colors or different scents from the various materials, but they are surely attracted. If you see your flowers are scattered, or part of them are missing, look around for the bushytailed little culprits!

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This next recipe sounds like it might be difficult but this couldn't be easier. It's the perfect bite for any Italian menu.

Warning: Toasted ravioli are exceedingly addictive! Enter at your own risk.

TOASTED RAVIOLI

4 c. vegetable or canola oil

6 eggs

½ c. half and half

2 c. flour

2 c. seasoned breadcrumbs

12 frozen beef ravioli

12 frozen cheese ravioli

2 c. jarred marinara sauce, heated ¼ c. shredded Parmesan cheese

1 Tbsp minced fresh parsley

Heat the oil in a medium pot over medium-high heat. Bring the temperature to 400 degrees. The temp. will go down when the frozen ravioli are dropped in. Whisk together the eggs and half and half in a dish. Next, place the four in a separate shallow dish. Then pour the breadcrumbs into a third dish. Grab the ravioli (they should be frozen solid, not thawed). Add one at a time, drop them into the egg mixture, then quickly dredge them in the flour. Dunk them once again in the egg mixture. Then coat them in the breadcrumbs. Set aside on a plate. Then repeat until they're all coated. Three or four at a time, drop the breaded ravioli into the oil and fry them for 1 ½ to 2 minutes, until the surface is golden brown and the filling is hot. They brown pretty quickly, so stand watch

the whole time! Remove them with a spatula and drain them on a paper towel. The filling will continue to warm as they sit. Transfer the ravioli to a serving platter with the marinara sauce, then sprinkle on the Parmesan and the parsley. I hope you will give these a try.

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

The annual Board of Directors meeting is held in March. Laura Beavers Baker was elected president. Other officers and board members retaining their positions are: Michael Blair, vice president; Myra Rodgers, secretary; Freida Moreland, treasurer; Sandy Morrison, groundskeeper; Malinda Allison, historian/website manager; Courtney Hevron; Carl Linduff; and Joey Rickman. A major topic of discussion was the huge expenses from the storms the last two years. In other reports, drainage issues and cemetery roads continue to be addressed. The web site for Oakwood Cemetery, found at txfannin.org, has grown as more information about the ones buried there has been added.

Donations to the cemetery, which make its upkeep possible, may be sent to Oakwood Cemetery Association, P.O. Box 96, Honey Grove, TX 75446.

Memorials for March

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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.

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So…who is really in control?

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My personal witness of the Eclipse on April the 8th was one of awe and wonder. At 68 years old I have never experienced a full eclipse. As a child growing up in Ft. Worth I think I can remember a partial eclipse however, as a child, the significance of the event was lost on bicycle riding and playing in the dirt. My anticipation of this event started out not being much more than an amateur astronomer/star gazer want to be. Since my childhood I always wanted to be an astronomer, along with a firefighter, policeman and a train engineer. The stars however meant more to me than the other ventures because of all my time spent at Grandad Matlock’s place on the Red River. We spent many weekends in the woods running the creek and the night skies were amazing. Hardly any light pollution on the Red in 1963. The moonless sky on the Red River, even as a child was breathtaking.

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That was my fascination with April 8th, 2024 until the skies cleared, the light begin to fade, the street lights came on and the city of Bonham became very quiet. Surrounded by strangers, some from California, Colorado and our neighbors across the street on North Main. Watching through those special glasses as the sliver of light became smaller and smaller and then totality! The view was absolutely breathtaking. After the initial cheer from the crowd of folks on the square something really cool happened, total silence for the next 3.5 minutes. I couldn’t even hear any vehicles on the roads, as if everyone pulled over for a moment of time.

Imagine, almost everyone looking up, focused on the same cause/event. Amazing... Perhaps it’s my age, life experiences or perhaps the Holy Spirit whispering to my spirit…hey, look what God can do! Yes, God did that. Not the conspiracy theorist, terrorist, the CIA or Homeland security or global warming. It was not controlled by any power other than God’s and… it was magnificent. That eclipse stirred something in me that made

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me realize that we are all under the presence and power of God, whether we want to be or not, and I have news for you, we are. That same God that created the heavens and this blue planet we live on was in full display. Yes, it was emotional for me, and spiritual, considering the source of this great natural event. And yes, it happens often. A solar eclipse of some kind occurs on Earth between two and five times each year, though most years have two eclipses.

It is a natural event created by God in the vastness and wonder of his creation. For me it was an event that I will carry the rest of my days, however long they may be. It was a reminder of His Power, Love, Mercy and Grace. I am glad that I accepted Christ as my savior at 8 years old because I am part of the family of God, and a messenger for the lost and missing children of humanity that wander, looking for something, not sure what it is and where to get it.

I’m thankful I was allowed to witness such a magnificent event and, I get it! My prayer is that it stirred something in everyone that was a witness and perhaps, they got it too.

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attorney – County Judge: This was passed on.

Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.074, Commissioners Court reserves the right to meet in Executive Session to discuss personnel issues –County Judge: See item 27.

29. Consider and take action regarding matters discussed in Executive Session(s) - County Judge: See item 27.

COMMENTS AND ADJOURN:

30. Comments by County

Commissioners and County

Judge: Commissioner McQueen thanked everyone for their attendance before commenting on the damage caused by the rain and noted his crew would be working on the roads to correct problems. He advised the public to watch for barriers on the roads.

Commissioner Self also commented on the rain and advised motorists that with more rain expected, to be cautious with standing water on the roads and to go around problem areas because water can be deeper than it looks and to be careful.

Commissioner Magness also commented on the rain and noted that if a barricade is on a road, do not go around it.

Commissioner Kopf thanked everyone for their attendance, noting his appreciation for all the input and the need for both sides of an issue to be heard. He commented on the eclipse and the unavoidable water on the roads problem.

Judge Cunningham thanked everyone for their attendance and noted that open discussion/debate is healthy and good. He commented on how we can try to not make mistakes before noting the county probably has a lifetime supply of solar eclipse glasses.

31. Adjourn: The meeting adjourned at 12:11 p.m.

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• June 8th Chuckwagon Cooking & Ranch Rodeo

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God’s Point of View

By Mike Dickison Minister for the Ivanhoe Church of Christ

We are constantly being told of someone’s point of view. In crime, we hear the victim’s point of view and the criminal’s point of view. In government, we hear the elected officials’ point of view, occasionally, we hear the citizen’s point of view. In commercials, we hear the advertiser’s point of view. In sports, we hear the commentator’s point of view. In court, we hear the plaintiff’s and the defendant’s points of view. In religion, everyone has a point of view. We need to know and understand GOD’S point of view. The point of view of humanity is worthless because we are all fallible. “For all have sinned, and come short of the

glory of God” (Romans 3:23). Each of us are incapable by our own intuitions, gut-feelings, emotions, and unaided human wisdom to properly discover the truth. Solomon wrote, “There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death” (Proverbs 16:25).

Jeremiah states “O LORD, I know that the way of man is not in himself: it is not in man that walketh to direct his steps” (Jeremiah 10:23). So let's be honest with ourselves and admit that we all need to follow God's Word. You are blind without the Bible and so am I. We find God’s point of view in the Bible. “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for

instruction in righteousness:

That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works” (2 Timothy 3:16-17). Thus, the word of God, the Bible, is God’s point of view.

Jesus said, “For I have not spoken of myself; but the Father which sent me, he gave me a commandment, what I should say, and what I should speak” (John 12:49). And again, the Lord said “My doctrine is not mine, but his that sent me” (John 7:16).

Why is it important to know and understand God’s point of view? We will be judged by it. Christ said, “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). Judgement will be based solely on the Word of God.

Sunday Morning Re-Wind “Let Go and Let God”

Hello everyone!

The Bible teaches us in 1 Peter 5:6-7, “Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.”

Have you ever done something that you weren’t sure about doing, or something that you’ve never done before? Our natural reaction is to be nervous or anxious about it. This passage of scripture teaches us to bring whatever our cares may be to the Lord in prayer, because He loves us and He is ready, willing, and

able to help us. I know that I use this quite a bit in these writings, but once again I am reminded of the old expression, “Let go and let God.” If we just step out in faith, the Lord will help us in His own time. Sometimes our circumstances are beyond our control, but we can rest assured that God has it under control.

I am once again reminded of this classic hymn written by Civilla D. Martin in 1904. This fits perfectly with this passage. “Be not dismayed whate’er betide, God will take care of you. Beneath His wings of love abide, God will take care

of you. No matter what may be the test, God will take care of you. Lean, weary one, upon His breast, God will take care of you. God will take care of you, through every day, o’er all the way. He will take care of you, God will take care of you.”

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

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“Don’t Wait To Do Something”

By Lyn Holly- Pastor, Calvary Baptist Church

My favorite sporting event happens this weekend in Augusta, Georgia. It is called the Masters Golf Tournament. I love the stunning beauty of the course, the storied history of the event, and the intense drama that almost without fail develops at this event. Last year, a young amateur rose to fame as he rose to the top of the leaderboard heading into the weekend. He was not able to sustain his incredible play for the rest of the tournament but did receive the award for the lowest score among the amateurs. His name is Sam Bennett. Not long before the event, his father died. Before he died, he wrote a note to Sam that was barely legible. Sam had this note tattooed on his forearm with the exact hard-to read handwriting of his father. The note said, “Don’t wait to do something.” This simple note motivated

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Sam to do something. I want to challenge you with the same. At this moment in your life, “Don’t wait to do something” for Jesus. Say yes to whatever He is calling you to do. Don’t put it off.

Completely dedicate your life to Christ. Be “all in.” Stop waiting and stop making excuses. You are reading this very article today by God’s design. He has brought you to this moment. Say “yes” to Him today.

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

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

Proverbs 11:1

Begin to BALANCE your life this Sunday

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

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

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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

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

Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 (903)583-2359

Savoy, TX 75418 903-436-5440

Lamasco Baptist Church 346 CR 2615 Telephone, Texas 75488

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

Ivanhoe Baptist Church 4063 NO.FM 273

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

Yours for Broken Chains, Lyn and Lissa Cross Point Baptist Church 22025 S.

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

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

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

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

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

Are You A Christian?

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 903-961-3155

Do you serve God?

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

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

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

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Pleasant Grove

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Ephesians 4:18

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

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

Honey Grove Church Of Christ - 403 W. Main St. Honey Grove, 903-227-2606 SR Church P.C.G. 1850 S HWY 121 Bonham,

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

Trenton Church of Christ 101 W. Saunders St. Trenton, TX 75490 903-989-2446

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

- Having the understanding darkened, being alienated from the life of God through the ignorance that is in them, because of the blindness of their heart:

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

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

The Way Christian Fellowship. 308 E Fowler St, Savoy Tx 75479

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

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

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

Main Street Presbyterian Church P.O. Box 188 or 504 E. Main St. Honey Grove, Texas

United Pentecostal Catholic Church of God Lutheran Presbyterian

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

Romans 12:18 recognizes that while we can’t control everything, we should try our best to seek peace. For instance, you can’t control someone else’s anger or vitriol, but you can control yourself.

By controlling our words, our actions, and our conduct, we can encourage peace rather than discord. For example, as believers, we should purposely avoid provoking strife or fighting. Include and make time for GOD this Sunday

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principles. We are grateful for our partnership, and for the initiative to help with local food insecurity," stated Mr. Buckner.

Monday 4-15-24 - Beef Meatballs w/ Brown Gravy, Pasta Florentine, Herbed Green Beans, Texas Bread, Fresh Fruit, 2% Milk

Tuesday 4-16-24 - Turkey Breast w/ Gravy, Lima Beans, Garlic Parmesan Cauilflower, Dinner Roll, Lemon Biisque Bar, 2% Milk

Wednesday 4-17-24 - Steakhouse Beef, Garlic Whipped Potatoes, Broccoli, Dinner Roll, Caramel Brownie, 2% Milk

Thursday 4-18-24 - Creole Chicken, Cajun Rice, Okra & Tomatoes, Cornbread, Fresh Banna, 2% Milk, Maragrine

Friday 4-19-24 - Beef Goulash, Tuscany Vegetable Blend, Brussels Sprouts, Dinner Roll, Cherry Gelatin, 2% Milk

210 E. 6th St., Bonham, TX • Phone 903-583-8573

District’s

Science Department was awarded $10,000 by Atmos Energy. The primary use of the funds is geared towards the development of a robust greenhouse program. The procurement of a greenhouse would allow for the district to locally grow food that would benefit students and the Savoy community. Food produced from the greenhouse system will be used to address food insecurity, with a portion of the produce being sold for program sustainability purposes.

BahaMex Productions (a Texoma-based company) en-

gaged in conversations with Savoy ISD’s Agriculture teacher (Gower Lester) about possible grant/donation opportunities for the school’s Agriculture program. The former agreed to perform free grant writing services in pursuit of a greenhouse, and has completed phase one in providing said services. After initial meetings with Atmos Energy and completion of a project narrative, it was determined in March that an award of $10,000 would be awarded to Savoy ISD for the greenhouse initiative. The Savoy FFA Booster Club will receive the actual donation funds on behalf of the Agricul-

ture Science Department given its 501(c)(3) status. Additionally, BahaMex Productions seeks to commence phase two of the grant writing services in April, with the goal of securing final greenhouse funds. Travis Buckner, Manager of Public Affairs for Atmos Energy Corporation explained the significance of this partnership.

"At Atmos Energy, we base all of what we do off five principles, two of those principles being 'make a difference' and 'focus on the future'. We felt like partnering with Savoy ISD to build this greenhouse would touch on both of those

“Savoy ISD is truly grateful to Atmos Energy for the donation toward the purchase and construction of the greenhouse. The students of Savoy and the Savoy Community are excited about the project. This project will be open to all Savoy ISD students to use and be a part of. It will also bring community awareness to Savoy ISD and to the Agriculture Science Department,” said Gower Lester, Savoy ISD Agriculture Science teacher. Savoy ISD intends to commence the greenhouse project this year once final funds have been confirmed.

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As soon the excitement was over, Nik and Erin were headed back home. They were great examples of the friendly folks in town for the solar event. It was a pleasure to see so many visitors all in one day.

Evans and Erin Lucey ventured from Colorado to witness the Total Eclipse of the sun on April 8th.

were very impressed with our small town atmosphere. When asked why they chose Bonham, they explained they had spent a night in Dallas with Erin’s cousin but wanted to get out of the crowd to see the eclipse.

Photos by Connie Estes

Fannin County History: The Road Down Memory Lane

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

Robert Heinlein, American author

This picture shows students and teachers from what was possibly the Savoy Male and Female College. In 1888 the school brought in 44 American Indian students of college rank from across the Red River. The students’ tuition was federally funded. Date 1888 Place Savoy, Texas

Bonham City Council Meeting – American Legion

Honored and Bonham Lake Acreage Decision

By Rose Schwartz

Monday, April 9, 2024, prior to Mayor H.L. Compton calling the Regular Meeting of the Bonham City Council to order at 5:30 p.m., Pastor Mark Posey of the Congregational Church of Bonham led attendees in an Invocation. Quorum was established with all council members present after Mayor Compton commented on the truly awesome eclipse viewed earlier in the day. Councilman Wayne Moore noted his appreciation for all the staff who had prepared the city for the event.

1. Consider and take action to approve minutes of the March 11th regular meeting: A motion to approve was made by Councilman John Burnett with Councilman Michael Evans seconding the motion which passed.

2. Consider and take action to accept financial report for month ending March 31, 2024: Director of Administrative Services Sarah Osburn

referred the council to the report given them before noting that new sales tax data would be provided to them in a day or two. She projected that visitors to the city for the viewing of the Eclipse, should improve future sales tax totals before commenting on budget session information that would be going out soon to department heads. A motion to approve was made by Wayne Moore with Councilman Ernie Quintana seconding the motion which passed. Before continuing to the next agenda item, Mayor Compton used this time to introduce Ross Altobelli as the newly appointed Director of Community Development.

April 27, 2024

We will be serving BBQ dinner at 5 pm and having a dessert bake off.

Auction begins at 6:00 pm.

See City Council on page 19

3. Citizens Opportunity to Speak: [The City Council invites persons with comments or observations to briefly address the Council for the limited purpose of determining whether the matter should be referred to staff for study and response and/or be placed on a future meeting agenda. State law prohibits the City Council from considering deliberations on any item not listed on the posted City Council Agenda.]: Bonham resident Bill Harnett first referred the council to an informative packet he had provided them regarding the issue of sidewalk/gutter regulations he had been inquiring on for the past few months before continuing with his requests for an update from the city council on an inquiry relative to permits #3386 and 3308. After detailing actions taken from 5/16/2022 to current day status, he posed the question of when a written report from the council to provide information on this matter could be expected and noted he would like to see curb gutter and sidewalks installed at the location in question tomorrow.

There will be many items up for auction. Everyone is welcome, please join us for food and fun!!

All Proceeds Support our Youth Camp!

Photos courtesy of the Fannin County Historical Museum three blocks south of the Courthouse Square in Bonham, One Main Street Bonham, Texas 75418 903-583-8042 Visit Facebook: “Fannin County Historical Group”

From left: 1st Vice Cmdr Post 283 Joe Frizell, Vice Cmdr Post 62 Chris Sanders, District 1st Vice Cmdr Mike Olivarez, Jan Johnson, Marlene Ybarra, Executive Officer Post 283 George Halvorson, Kellea Renfro, Susan Frizell, Vice Commander Post 283 Wolf Laughing, Mayor Compton.

Photo by Rose Schwartz

Savoy powerlifter Wood nets '24 academic all-state status Set From The Onset: DC, Ector assured of postseason from start of 15-2A s'ball in 2024

By Rich Hilliard

Savoy senior Vaden Wood made the first team of the Texas High School Powerlifting Association’s all-state teams for 2024.

Wood vied in the boys' 165 weight division this season, as Savoy competed for the first-known-time in boys' and girls' powerlifting.

Wood also last fall garnered second-team notoriety at running back and for his academics from District 10-1A-I football.

Lady Eagles 23-1A golf titlist 3X, DC's Goodwin district girls' victor

By Rich Hilliard

While the five Class 2A teams in 15-2A softball this year are again vying for its four available 2A postseason berths, 1As fielding teams in the district again were assured of trips to the playoffs from the onset.

Dodd City will advance as the

WOLFE CITY -- Ector qualified two teams for regional golf, via winning the 23-1A girls' championship for the third-straight year and finishing as the boys' district runner-up on April 3 at Webb Hill Country Club.

Advancing Lady Eagles include: district runnerup Audrey Arie (128), Julia Bailey (134), Chloe Hardemon (140), Alana Mackey (142) and Adalynn Dederick (152). Bailey and Hardemon qualified last year, too.

Advancing Eagles include: Kaleb Haggard (133), Devin Ramirez (135), Bradley Branch (136), Cooper Easley (145), Holden Trainor (149) and second-medalist Anthony Torres (134). Ramirez qualified last year, too.

Meanwhile, Dodd City advanced these three individuals: Lily Goodwin, girls' district champion, 126; Natally Medina, second girls' medalist, third place, 129; John Gilbreath, first boys' medalist, second place, 98.

It equates Gilbreath's fourthstraight regional advance and Medina's thirdconsecutive.

The Region III-1A golf tournaments will occur April 17-18 at the Mount Pleasant Country Club.

Story and photos by Rich Hilliard

district's top seed to the 1A postseason later this month. Ector, in its return to softball after a year sans fielding a team, will be 15-2A's second seed in the upcoming 1A playoffs.

Note: Class 2A Trenton secured the District 15-2A title on April 5.

Dodd City first baseman Emma Garner (8) stands ready to catch a throw to her bag on March 22 during District 15-2A softball played at Bonham.

Dodd City shortstop Kelsey Hewett (4) gloves a pop up on April 5 during District 15-2A softball at Dodd City.

Ector shortstop Alana Mackey catches a throw to and Honey Grove's Brailee Totty begins her slide into second base on March 19 during District 15-2A softball at Ector.

Ector second baseman Aspen Harrison throws to first base on March 19 during District 15-2A softball at Ector.

Dodd City second baseman Sierra Garcia (12) tracks an infield pop up as third baseman Kailen Kavanaugh (15) watches on March 22 during District 15-2A softball played at Bonham.

Dodd City centerfielder Natally Medina tracks down a fly ball on March 22 during District 15-2A softball played at Bonham.

Ector center fielder Alyssa Mackey races to get to a fly ball on March 19 during District 15-2A softball at Ector.

Ector first baseman Aleea Wheeler (3) awaits a throw at her bag on April 5 during District 15-2A softball at Dodd City.

Cassidy Almy pitches on March 28 for the Savoy baseball team during District 11-2A play, since the school didn't field a softball squad this season.

Bronson Pendergrass, 12 years old, set a Lake Bonham spotted Gar record at 6.34 lbs! The first Gar he caught would have been the record @ 5.06 lbs. but 30 minutes later got this bigger one! Congratulations Bronson! Send YOUR FISHING OR HUNTING pictures to fcltimmeek@gmail.com, or text to 903-227-5702, for FREE publication on the Outdoor Page.

Week of April 10, 2024

Cooper GOOD. Water stained; 60 degrees: 1.00 feet below pool. Catfish bite continues to be king on cut shad fished in the timber.

Fork GOOD. Water Stained; 60 degrees; 0.08 feet below pool. Fork has been good with fish in just about every stage of the spawn. Lots of fish are shallow in 1-4 feet with Texas rigs, yum dingers, chatterbaits, flukes, and swim jigs. Offshore bass are good on humps and points in 5-7 feet of water with Carolina rigs with light weights, mid-running crankbaits, and shaky heads.

Lavon GOOD. Water lightly stained; 55 degrees; 0.42 feet above pool. Crappie are in 3-15 feet of water in the middle of the spawn. Prespawn fish are roaming on brush in 5-15 feet biting jigs and minnows. Fish minnows under a bobber 1-3 feet above rocks and boulders, or vertical jig by getting in the water with waders hit all the structure in knee-deep water, such as button willows, reeds, twigs, and timber. Fish any structure you can possibly see, don’t assume there is nothing on a piece of structure until you fish it. If you’re fishing, a cove with button willows, and you catch a fish at the base of the button, willow, tie a piece of cotton yarn to that tree on a little twig that you can see. So next time you come into the cove, you can hit all the threaded trees because a male Crappie will replace the one you caught in the previous day. So catching limits will be a lot faster so you are not fishing structure that never has a fish on it.

Ray Roberts FAIR. Water slightly stained; 60 degrees; 0.42 feet below pool. White bass are good on slabs and live shad in 25-35 feet of water. Should see some fish very shallow and schooling at daylight in the next week or so when the shad begin to spawn. Catfish are good shallow on cut bait 1-5 feet of water. Crappie are good in 5-15 feet of water using minnows or jigs.

Tawakoni GOOD. Water lightly stained; 64 degrees; 0.60 feet above pool. Lake Tawakoni has fully sprung into Spring conditions including warming water temperatures which are hovering right at 64 degrees on the main lake. The hybrid striper and white bass bite has been very good considering the fish have not spawned yet. Seeing fish move actively across different areas of the lake. Fish have been feeding on large groups of threadfin shad and swimbaits and slabs are working. Look for them in open water and near wind blown points in 15-25 feet.

Texoma GOOD. Water normal stain; 58 degrees; 1.75 feet below pool. Striped bass are great using live shad on anchor in 30-45 feet of water on steep bank ledges and points around creeks and rocks. The shad spawn will be happening in certain areas and lake wide over the next week. Topwaters and swimbaits will also work on the banks. Watch for herons and egrets along the banks. Crappie fishing is improving under docks and on submerged structures using electronics to locate active fish. Some crappie are still in the creeks and on structures and lay downs in 2-5 feet of water. Catfish are fair on cut shad in the Main lake river channels 50-60 feet of water and near the river inlets after the recent rains. Bass are good on live shad along the bluffs off the banks in 5-10 feet of water. Topwaters early and plastics late time of year. Check the wind blown points with small gravel and boulders.

Game Warden Field Notes

Bad Idea, This is A Hays County game warden received an image from a cellphone game camera showing a man and woman trespassing and digging an archeological Native American burial site. The warden went to the property and found the couple in a large hole previously dug by trespassers. Before the warden could say anything, the man stood up immediately and said he wasn’t digging

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for arrowheads and hates diggers. The couple were husband and wife out on a date. They were both detained in handcuffs and separated at the front and back of the warden’s vehicle. The man admitted that he had a glass pipe in his pocket that he uses to smoke CBD oils. After a quick examination, the Baby Yoda glass pipe revealed small, clear and white crystals that looked like crystal meth. The warden placed the pipe on the hood and went to the back of the vehicle to speak with the woman. She said she didn’t know the property was private, despite walking past multiple no-trespassing signs. The warden then walked back to the front of the vehicle and noticed the pipe was no longer on the hood. The man said he didn’t know where the pipe went. Several feet in front of the vehicle, the pipe was found broken in half in the middle of a fresh footprint. Upon further examination of the hole where the couple was found, the warden found a small hand saw and freshly disturbed dirt. The woman’s purse contained several gray rubber gardening gloves, each containing four Native American artifacts. The San Marcos Police Department took the couple to the Hays County Jail. While en route to jail, the man said he believed he had the coronavirus. He leaned forward against the partition and aggressively coughed toward the officers. Both subjects were charged with criminal trespass and Antiquities Code violations. The husband was also charged with possession of a controlled substance, tampering with evidence and harassment of a public servant. Cases pending.

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McCraw's Chapel Homecoming

In 1877, William Bain McCraw and others donated land for a church and cemetery. In 1878, McCraw became the first person buried in the cemetery. The church disbanded in 1966, but the McCraw's Chapel Cemetery Association was formed to ensure the continued upkeep of the cemetery and the grounds.. A yearly homecoming and picnic on the grounds, followed by the annual meeting of the cemetery association, is held the first Sunday in May. Please,

some twenty years.

join us at 12:30, Sunday, May 5, for this year's gathering. If you are unable to attend, but would like to make a donation, your contribution may be sent to the McCraw's Chapel Cemetery Association, 3184 CR 3455, Honey Grove, TX 75446. You may contact the association at mccrawschapel@gmail.com.

Free Civil Legal Clinic

When: 4th Thursday of January, April, July, October

Where: Texoma Housing Partners

810 W 16th St., Bonham, TX 75418

Time: 6pm to 8pm

No appointment needed. Early arrival is encouraged. Attorneys provide free legal advice in civil matters including: Landlord/Tenant issues, Foreclosure prevention, Medicare/Medicaid Benefits, Bankruptcy, Wills/Probate/Guardianships, Public Benefits Denials, Expunctions/ Nondisclosures, Family Law Matters.

Applicants must be Fannin County residents and meet financial guidelines to obtain help. We cannot assist with criminal cases or traffic tickets.

Clinic Sponsors: Fannin County Bar Association and Texoma Housing Partners.

City Council

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4. Present Proclamation to the American Legion for Children and Youth Month: Mayor Compton, in appreciation for all the American Legion does for the community of Bonham, first read the Proclamation designating the month of April to be the American Legion, Children and Youth Month before presenting the Commander of American Legion Post 283, Wolf Laughing with the framed document. Commander Laughing commented on the pride taken by the Post of their community and the post’s contributions for the community and the youth of Bonham before noting inquiries from the public on how Post 283 can be of further help to the youth of the city are welcomed.

OBITUARIES

VIRGINIA P. (GINGER) BRUCE

Virginia P. (Ginger) Bruce, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on April 6, 2024, at the age of 88. Born in Albertville, Alabama, on April 7, 1935, she was the daughter of Monroe Dallas Carter and Katie (Dilbeck) Carter.

Ginger graduated from Denison High School in 1955 in Denison, Texas, laying the foundation for a life filled with love, compassion, and dedication. On August 10, 1956, she embarked on a lifelong journey with her beloved husband, Ronnie D. Bruce, at the Hyde Park Presbyterian Church in Denison, Texas, officiated by Guy B. Duff. Luther and Rubby Thompson stood by their side, witnessing the beginning of a beautiful union that spanned 65 years until Ronnie’s passing. A devout member of the Northside Church of Christ in Bonham, Texas, Ginger’s faith was the guiding light of her life. Her warmth and kindness touched the hearts of all who knew her.

6. Hold public hearing and consider and take action on an ordinance abandoning and closing the unimproved section of Evans St from 13th St north on the east side of Block 3, Lot 4, 5, and 6 and the unimproved alley running east and west north of Block 3 Lot 4 being with the James S. Crawford Addition: Mayor Compton called the hearing to order at 5:41 p.m. City Manager Sean Pate then noted how this was a formality and explained a petition was received by the City from citizens affected by the “dedicated but unopened street from years and years ago that never was officially opened but then then at some point of time, the property north and south of it was closed.” He noted the sensibility of officially closing the location noted in the agenda description. After some discussion, Mayor Compton closed the hearing at 5:43 p.m. Mr. Pate read the ordinance regarding the closure of the road section before John Burnett made the motion to approve the ordinance with Wayne Moore seconding the motion which passed.

7. Consider and take action to approve contract for

5. Consider and take action to appoint an individual to the Community Services Advisory Council: City Manager Sean Pate noted that Allen Sanderson had agreed to serve on the council before nominating him to be the new representative for Ward 4. A motion was made to approve the nomination by John Burnett, seconded by Wayne Moore and the motion passed.

Election Services between the Fannin County Clerk and the City of Bonham for the May 4, 2024 election: City Secretary Heather Stockton explained how this is done every election year with the city benefitting from the county’s election equipment and how it is cost effectiveness. A motion was made by Michael Evans to approve with Ernie Quintana seconding the motion which passed.

8. Recess into closed executive session to deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property as permitted by Texas Government Code §551.072 and to deliberate economic development negotiations as permitted by Texas Government Code §551.087: Executive Session was entered into at 5:45 p.m.

9. Reconvene in open public session and take possible action on the matter discussed during closed session: Regular Session reconvened at 6:05 p.m. A motion was made by Councilman Ernie Quintana to put the City’s 76 acres on the north side of the lake on the market. The motion was seconded by Wayne Moore and the motion passed.

10. Adjourn: The meeting adjourned at 6:06 p.m.

Ginger dedicated 22 years of her life to serving the Creamway Diaper Jeans School System in Denison, Texas, and later worked at J-M in California. Her commitment to her work was surpassed only by her love for her family.

In her leisure time, Ginger found joy in crafting quilts for her family and taking walks, cherishing the simple pleasures of life.

Ginger was preceded in death by her parents, Monroe Dallas Carter and Katie (Dilbeck) Carter, her sister Billie Murphy, her great-niece Sandra Machiel Boatwright, and her stepfather Elmer Whitley. Her passing leaves a void in the hearts of all who knew her, but her memory will forever be cherished.

She is survived by her daughter, Rhonda Biesecker, and husband Joel of Point, Texas; her granddaughters, Stephanie Ellison and husband Andrew of Denison, Texas, and Maia Biesecker of Rockwall, Texas; her great-granddaughter, Emma Morris of Denison, Texas; her sister, Brenda Coburn, and husband Donald of Gadsden, Alabama; her grand pups Bella, Bentlee, and Daisy; and a multitude of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

A graveside service was held at 11 AM Monday, April 15, 2024 at the Fairview Chapel in Fairview Cemetery, Denison, Texas.

Ginger’s legacy of love, faith, and generosity will continue to inspire all who were fortunate enough to know her. She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all whose lives she touched. May she rest in eternal peace.

GLEN RAY SANGSTER

Bonham- Glen Ray Sangster age 81, was born July 2, 1942 in Telephone, TX. Mr. Sangster passed away April 3, 2024 at Medical City Plano.

Glen was a carpenter by trade who loved his family and friends very much. He enjoyed drinking beer, tinkering with old cars and anything mechanical.

Mr. Sangster is preceded in death by his parents Hugh and Dollie Sangster, brothers, Lavoy Sangster, Wayne Sangster, Rayburn Sangster,Weston Sangster, and sister Valerie Stailey.

Glen Ray Sangster is survived by his sister Wanda Alene Smith, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and special friends; Jerry Payne, Sandra Payne, Jerry Lynn Payne, Renea, Eddie, Ashley, and Kimberley, as well as his best friend Francis.

A family service will be held at a later date.

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

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NOTICE OF SALE - BONHAM ISD

BY VIRTUE OF AN ORDER OF SALE

issued pursuant to judgment decree(s) of the District Court of Fannin County, Texas, by the Clerk of said Court on said date, in the hereinafter numbered and styled suit(s) and to me directed and delivered as Sheriff or Constable of said County, I have on April 2, 2024, seized, levied upon, and will, on Tuesday, May 7,2024, on the South Side of the Fannin County Courthouse, between the hours of 10 o’clock a.m. and 4 o’clock p.m. on said day, Bonham, TX, beginning at 10:00 AM, proceed to sell at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash in hand, all right, title and interest which the defendants in such suit(s) and to the following described real estate levied upon as the property of said defendants, the property lying and being situated in the County of Fannin and the State of Texas, to-wit:

BEING 0.337 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, J CLARK SURVEY, ABSTRACT 176, AKA 1686 W HWY 56, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS, AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 2013, PAGE 524, OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS (subject to 2023 taxes).

BEING 0.2296 ACRES, MORE OF LESS, H BURKHARDT SURVEY, ABSTRACT 0112, AKA 1227 MAPLE, CITY OF BONHAM, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS, AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 886, PAGE 175, OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS (subject to 2023 taxes).

ACCT 71434: BEING 0.0579 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, H BURKHARDT SURVEY, ABSTRACT 0112, AKA 1502 N CEDAR, CITY OF BONHAM, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS, AS DESCRIBED IN VOLUME 453, PAGE 156 OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS (subject to 2023 taxes).

ACCT 71435: BEING 0.5303 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, H BURKHARDT SURVEY, ABSTRACT 0112, AKA 1600 N CEDAR, CITY OF BONHAM, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS, AS DESCRIBED IN VOLUME 453, PAGE 156 OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS (subject to 2023 taxes).

BEING 0.3099 ACRES OF LAND, MORE OR LESS, OUT OF LOT 13, BLOCK 18A, INGLISH ESTATE ADDITION, AKA 704 E 8TH, CITY OF BONHAM, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS, AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 1024, PAGE 610 OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS (subject to 2023 taxes)

BEING THE NORTH HALF OF LOT 3, BLOCK 3, SMITH ADDITION, AKA 210 NORTH HELTON STREET, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS, AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 879, PAGE 288 OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS (subject to 2023 taxes).

BEING 0.396 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, PART OF BLOCK 45, WILLIAMS ADDITION, AKA 715 W 9TH STREET, CITY OF BONHAM, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS, AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 2042, PAGE 517 OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS (subject to 2023 taxes).

BEING 0.2562 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, OUT OF THE J P SIMPSON SURVEY, ABSTRACT 1018, AKA 705 S 4TH STREET, CITY OF BONHAM, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 1775, PAGE 88 OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS (subject to 2023 taxes). BONHAM

(any volume and page references, unless otherwise indicated, being to the Deed Records, Fannin County, Texas, to which instruments reference may be made for a more complete description of each respective tract) or upon the written request of said defendants or their attorney, a sufficient portion of the property described above shall be sold to satisfy said judgment(s), interest, penalties, and cost; and any property sold shall be subject to the right of redemption of the defendants or any person having an interest therein, to redeem the said property, or their interest therein, within the time and in the manner provided by law, and shall be subject to any other and further rights to which the defendants or anyone interested therein may be entitled, under the provisions of law. Said sale to be made by me to satisfy the judgment(s) rendered in the above styled and numbered cause(s), together with interest, penalties, and costs of suit, and the proceeds of said sales to be applied to the satisfaction thereof, and the remainder, if any, to be applied as the law directs.

A RECENT RESOLUTION APPROVED BY THE FANNIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT REQUIRES BIDDERS TO OBTAIN PRIOR TO THE SALE, A STATEMENT FROM THE FANNIN CENTRAL APPRAISAL DISTRICT CERTIFYING THAT THE PERSON/FIRM/ COMPANY PURCHASING PROPERTY AT A TAX SALE OWES NO DELINQUENT PROPERTY TAXES FOR ANY PROPERTY EITHER CURRENTLY OR PREVIOUSLY OWNED TO ANY TAXING ENTITY WITHIN THE COUNTY. YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO BID ON OR RECEIVE A TAX SALE DEED TO ANY PROPERTY WITHOUT THIS CERTIFICATE/STATEMENT. TO OBTAIN A CERTIFICATE/ STATEMENT, PLEASE CONTACT THE COLLECTIONS DEPARTMENT AT THE FANNIN CENTRAL APPRAISAL DISTRICT LOCATED AT 831 W. STATE HWY 56, BONHAM, TX (903) 583-8701. PROSPECTIVE BIDDERS SHOULD ALLOW UP TO TWO WEEKS TO PROCESS THE REQUEST. YOU MUST HAVE THIS CERTIFICATE/STATEMENT IN HAND BEFORE THE SALE BEGINS.

Dated at Bonham, Texas, 4/2/2024.

Notes:

Mark Johnson, Sheriff, Fannin County, Texas

By: Deputy

The Minimum Bid is the lesser of the amount awarded in the judgment plus interest and costs or the adjudged value. However, the Minimum Bid for a person owning an interest in the property or for a person who is a party to the suit (other than a taxing unit), is the aggregate amount of the judgments against the property plus all costs of suit(s) and sale. ALL SALES SUBJECT TO CANCELLATION WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. THERE MAY BE ADDITIONAL TAXES DUE ON THE PROPERTY, WHICH HAVE BEEN ASSESSED SINCE THE DATE OF THE JUDGMENT, AND WHICH MAY BECOME THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER. For more information, contact your attorney or PERDUE, BRANDON, FIELDER, COLLINS & MOTT, LLP, attorney for plaintiff, at (972) 278-8282.

THE CITY OF BONHAM STREET DEPARTMENT is accepting applications for the position of Equipment Operator I. Requirements: Experience in heavy equipment operation, street repair and construction; perform heavy manual labor, able to lift 50 lbs unassisted and work in all types of weather conditions. Must have valid Texas driver’s license and ability to obtain a CDL. $15.00 per hour, health insurance, retirement, vacation, sick leave and uniforms. Preemployment physical and drug test required. Application and full job description is available at Bonham City Hall, 5014 Chestnut, Bonham, TX 75418 or online at www.cityofbonham. org. Resumes submitted without an application will not be accepted. Position open until filled. The City of Bonham is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TREES and MÁS

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.

LEGACY OVERHEAD GARAGE DOORS

Residential & Commercial

PROFESSIONAL PAINT & DRYWALL

Call: Jason Coyle 903-820-8911

LAWN CARE

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MOWING, Weed Eating & Cleaning yard

469-796-5081 in memory of Jimmie Evans

Free Estimates. Ronnie Amlin 903-227-1884

NEED A CAREGIVER?

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

$10 hr, cheaper than agencies. 20 years experience. Have many references. Clear background. Local to Fannin County. Call: 580453-1612 to talk to Gina Jones.

APP HOUSE LEVELING & FOUNDATION REPAIR

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

MUNOZ LAWN CARE & TREE TRIMMING

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

CNC Lathe/ Mill Machinist POSITION OPENINGS

driveways, lot mowing, gutters and drainage, concrete demolition, any odd jobs. Call Jose Vazquez at 903-227-5898. H & R WELDING SERVICE Welding jobs, metal jobs, carports, pipe fences, pipe braces, concrete laminate floors, sidewalks. Free estimates. Call: 469-6181886 or 903-486-4687

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

469-796-5081 in memory of Jimmie Evans

STAPP TREE TRIMMING and REMOVAL

BUDGET STUMP REMOVAL

Commercial & Residential Call William 903-718-1720.

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.”

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

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PUBLIC NOTICE OF RFP 2024-008 Engineering Services

Notice is hereby given to all interested parties that Fannin County will accept RFP’s for Engineering Services.

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

RFP’s must be filed in the County Purchasing Agent Office before 3 p.m., May 8, 2024, or said RFP’s will not be considered. RFP’s shall be opened on May 8, 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 proposals. WWW.GFCF.ORG

Texas Land Commissioner Buckingham Issues Statewide CALL OUT for Veterans to Participate in the Voices of Veterans Oral History Program

FANNIN COUNTY EMPLOYMENT NOTICE

JOB TITLE: FULL

REQUIREMENTS: VALID TEXAS DRIVERS’ LICENSE; ALL APPLICANTS ARE SUBJECT TO A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, PHYSICAL, AND DRUG SCREEN.

APPLICATIONS: Submit the Sheriff’s Office application that may be picked up at the Fannin County Sheriff’s Office Monday – Friday 8AM – 5PM, or online at www.co.fannin. tx.us under Employment Opportunities.

The Sheriff’s Office applications will be accepted by email at kmbabers@fanninco.net, regular mail, or in person at the Fannin County Sheriff’s Office, 2375 Silo Rd., Bonham TX 75418.

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) Vehicle Maintenance, Equipment Repairs & Towing for the County Vehicles, including Equipment

Fannin County Commissioners’ Court reserves the right to extend this contract for one (1) additional one (1) year period if deemed to be in the best interest of the county.

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

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.

10/17/23

Veterans can email VoicesofVeterans@glo.texas. gov to tell their stories. Please note that the Veteran must be a resident of Texas at the time of their interview.

AUSTIN — Today, Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D. issued a statewide CALL OUT for Veterans to share their stories with the VLB through the GLO's Voices of Veterans oral history program. "As VLB Chairwoman and Land Commissioner, it is an honor to help serve our courageous Veterans by preserving and honoring their legacies through the Voices of Veterans oral history program," said Commissioner Buckingham. "This incredible program is made possible by the hard work of the VLB and GLO staff who record and archive these precious records for future generations. I look forward to the continued growth of the Voices of Veterans oral history program and encourage Veterans across the state to send in their stories and be a part of Texas history."

Voices of Veterans is a state agency's first Veteran oral history program. It records the stories of Texas Veterans through their time in service and after returning home from combat.

The VLB records interviews with Veterans over the phone or in person. Their interviews are then permanently archived in the Office of Veterans Records at the GLO, where they join the historical documents of other Texas heroes such as Sam Houston, Davy Crockett, Jim Bowie, and William Barret Travis. Veterans' interviews are also available to researchers, historians, genealogists, and the public. These precious records inspire future generations and remind us of our Veterans' sacrifices.

To listen to the over 500 archived stories of Veterans documented through the GLO's Voices of Veterans oral history program, visit VoicesofVeterans.org

Sealed bids must be filed in the County Purchasing Agent Office before 3 p.m., April 25, 2024, or said bids will not be considered. Bids shall be opened on April 25, 2024 at 3:15 p.m. in the Fannin County Purchasing Agent’s Office, 101 E. Sam Rayburn Dr. Suite 313, Bonham, TX 75418.

CONSTRUCTION ADVERTISEMENT AND INVITATION FOR BIDS

The City of Bonham will receive bids for TDA CDV21-0035, Dewatering Equipment Improvements until 3:00 p.m. on May 9, 2024, at Bonham City Hall, 514 Chestnut, Bonham, TX 75418 where bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bids are invited for several unit price items of work, including replacing 2,400 square feet of plastic filter media and installation of 4,098 square yards of crushed aggregate base.

Bid/Contract Documents, including Drawings and Technical Specifications are on file at Hayter Engineering, Inc., 4445 SE Loop 286, Paris, TX 75460, 903-785-0303.

Fannin County Commissioners Court reserves the right to reject any and all bids. 4/9/24 4/9/24

bid bond in the

lieu of the Bid Bond.

The project to be constructed will be financed with assistance from the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) under the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program and is subject to all applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. Attention is called to the fact that not less than, the federally determined prevailing (Davis-Bacon and Related Acts) wage rate, as issued by the Department of Labor and contained in the contract documents, must be paid on this project. In addition, the successful bidder must ensure that employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Adherence to the grant recipient’s Section 3 Policy is required for contracts and subcontracts.

All contractors/subcontractors that are debarred, suspended or otherwise excluded from or ineligible for participation on federal assistance programs may not undertake any activity in part or in full under this project. Minority Business Enterprises, Small Business Enterprises, and Women Business Enterprises, and Historically Underutilized Business firms are encouraged to submit bids.

Any contract(s) awarded under the Ad for Bids is/are subject to the Buy America Build America Act (BABA), section 70914 of Public Law No. 117-58, §§ 70901-52.

The City of Bonham reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any informalities in the bidding. Bids may be held by City of Bonham for a period not to exceed 90 calendar 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. City of Bonham

1/30/24

Tongrun International celebrates Bonham on historic day

Celebrated the event with grilled burgers, soda, chips, salad and cookies for lunch along with an extended break so we could all see the eclipse with our special glasses. Guinness (Golden Retriever) was featured on the front of our eclipse t-shirt while our logo was featured on the back. Everyone received a shirt at the event.

How do we do it you ask?

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.

The HOPE Program

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.

Contact Corey Baker @ 903-583-7446

North Texas Childrens Choir concert in Fannin...

Press Release -

The Children’s Chorus of Greater North Texas (CCGNT) and the Grads’ Chorus (alumni choir of CCGNT) are excited to sing for the Fannin County community on Friday, April 19th, at Legacy Ridge Country Club in Bonham. The concert is free and all are invited. It will begin at 6:30 p.m. and will take place on the West Patio area weather permitting. Both choirs will perform a variety of choral music that they have been preparing this season. Familiar arrangements like “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot” will be performed, as well as madrigals, jazz choral arrangements, classical pieces and more. The Children’s Chorus has singers 3rd-12th grade, and is a treble choir.

The Grads’ Chorus is comprised of high school through young adult singers. CCGNT and the Grads’ Chorus are extremely grateful to the Glaser Family Charitable Foundation for a grant received for the non-profit choirs. The grant greatly helps the singers and program throughout the year. The CCGNT and the Grads’ Chorus are directed by Heidi Scheibmeir. Claire Dering is the collaborative pianist, and Emily Ellis is the music assistant.

Members Needed (Age 18 and up)

Use your talents a couple of hours each week to support senior activities at the City of Bonham Senior Citizens Center. Meets every 2nd Saturday at 4:00pm at the Senior Center (210 E 6th Street). Consider tax deductible donations. For information text Rich at 214-738-9975. Information also available at meetings.

Submitted by Rich Summers, President Friends of the City of Bonham Senior Citizens Center 214-738-9975 ● Fax: 903-449-4404

Mail: 215 E 6th Street, Bonham, 75418. ● rlsummers@reagan.com

Kids First Place - Acrylic painting by Ja'Darius Blander, titled "Snowfall in Wilkerson County"

Youth First Place - Acrylic Painting by Makaylee Loving, titled "The Pursuit of a Dream"

Press Release - “Tongrun International shows their Bonham pride on the historic day of total eclipse Monday April 8th, 2024”

In addition to this interesting presentation, you will be able to view the Library's exhibit of bird art pieces and bird photography by local photographers. We hope to see you at the Library on the Square in Honey Grove on Saturday!

scholarship recipient and hometown: Tessa Tronzano Savoy Animal science Joseph Fleming Memorial Continuing Scholarship