4-25-23 Leader E-Edition

BEDCO Regular Meeting – Update Presentation from HH Architecture/ Construction Approved for Hwy 121 Property

By Rose Schwartz

Monday, April 17, 2023,

President of the Bonham Eco-

nomic Development Corporation, Alan McDonald, called to order at 5:30 p.m., the regular meeting of the BEDCO Board

of Directors. After Mr. McDonald established Quorum, Vice President of the Board, Kelly Royse, led an Invoca-

tion.

2. Consideration and possible action to approve the Minutes of the Special and

Regular Meetings held on March 2nd and 20th, 2023,

respectively: After the board reviewed the minutes, Board

Member Wayne Moore made the motion to approve the March 2nd minutes with Board Member Allen Sanderson seconding the motion which passed. A motion to approve the March 20th minutes was then made by Kelly Royse and seconded by Board Member Lee Ellis. The motion passed.

3. Consideration & possible action acknowledging the monthly financial reports for March 2023: Mr. McDonald, noting that Finance Supervisor Michelle Burnett was away at training, touched on highlights of the report. He noted that February sales tax is continuing to track consistently with the budget and that the fiscal year 2023 YTD totals are about 3.9% favorable than the previous year. He then called the board’s attention to expenses from HH Architects on the downtown plan and noted that if there were any questions, he would e-mail Ms. Burnett and get back to them with her answers. A motion was then made by Kelly Royse to accept the report with Board Member Ernie Quintana seconding the motion which passed.

4. Citizens Opportunity to Speak: [The Board of Directors of the Bonham Economic Development Corporation invites persons with comments or observations to briefly address the Board 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. Local practice limits comments to three (3) minutes or less. State law prohibits the Board of Directors from considering deliberations on any item not listed on the posted Board of Directors Agenda.]: There were no speakers.

Continued

Sm Premium: $75

(Small Box + 2 steaks - New York Strip & Sirloin)

Dodd City, Texas | To order: call Andy Weeks at 903-583-0122 or email: andyweeks21@gmail.com Website: weeksfamilybeef.com

Bedco

Continued from page 1

5. Presentation by Bruce Woody (via ZOOM) regarding Downtown Planning by HH Architects: CEO and President of HH Architects, Bruce Woody began a livestreamed meeting via Zoom with himself and two other members of his firm detailing an update of proposed plans for the downtown (and nearby) areas of Bonham. Focusing on entry points into Bonham (121 & 56 as well as 78 south of 56), Mr. Woody presented the proposed ideas that would enhance the business and historical districts of Bonham. Also included in his presentation were proposed visuals of the GK Reddy Event Center. He touched on plans for updates on the highway system, sidewalk improvements (with a walking trail to

increase pedestrian traffic) and various business development potentials. After Mr. Woody’s presentation, Mr. McDonald, noting that members of the downtown advisory group were in attendance, led a discussion of the proposed plans. Bonham City Manager Sean Pate spoke of an upcoming meeting city officials will be having with the Sulphur River Regional Mobility Authority (Bonham’s regional mobility authority) and the county regarding grant transportation dollars and future development plans dealing with the Hwy 121/56 interchange and how HH Architects would need to incorporate their plans with those parties. A citizen of Boyd Loop had questions about the precise location of the event center (by the hotel, up on the hill area) and the sufficiency of the plans for parking.

6. Consideration and possible action regarding bud-

get items inc. but not limited to Downtown Grants: Executive Director of BEDCO, Gayle Cooper, referred the board to an expense report provided to them that noted where additional monies will be needed with an explanation of each line-item increase and her recommendation for the increases. She noted that overall, the budget is looking good despite the necessity to increase monies on certain line items. After her report a motion was made to amend the line items by Allen Sanderson, seconded by Lee Ellis and the motion passed unanimously.

7. Executive Director’s Report to include updates on:

o GK Reddy Event Center: Covered in Bruce Woody’s presentation.

o 121 Project: Covered in Bruce Woody’s presentation.

8. Discuss/decide on suggested date for Joint City Council/Board workshop: June 26th: Ms. Cooper noted

that City Secretary Heather Stockton would be obtaining the authorization for the date of June 26th at the next City Council meeting if there were no objections by the board. There were no objections.

9. Adjourn to Executive Session relating to Sections 551.087 ED negotiations and 551.074 Personnel: A motion was made, seconded and passed to enter into Executive Session at 6:22 p.m. Before entering Executive Session, Ms. Cooper thanked all for their attendance and quickly shared how earlier in the day, several hours were spent with a videographer (Neon Cloud) who, working with a drone and other high-tech cameras, filmed downtown Bonham and key development areas in Bonham that will be used for a promotional video of Bonham. Once completed, the video will be made available on BEDCO’s website as well as other sites.

10. Return to regular session; possible action resulting from Executive Session: Board members returned to regular session at 6:50 p.m. A motion was then made by Allen Sanderson to approve L4 Construction and Manufacturing to start infrastructure construction on property on Hwy 121. The motion was seconded by Ernie Quintana and passed unanimously.

11. Adjourn: Meeting adjourned at 6:51 p.m.

Fannin County Commissioners Contact Information

Precinct 1

I AM VOTING FOR JOHN BURNETT FOR CITY COUNCIL BECAUSE

I know that John is the best candidate for this position.

John worked for sixteen years for the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company. This is important because with his job, he was trained by Goodyear to do economic development. In order to accomplish this goal, John needed to know the rules and regulations that were applicable to the towns that would allow him to create jobs and more sales.

In Bonham, John has served a number of years on Bonham Economic Development Corporation. This entity was created to develop and recruit both businesses and manufacturing facilities. As a result of John’s operating businesses in Bonham and Denison for thirty-five years, this has given him a vast knowledge of both procedural and practical knowledge on how to recruit and maintain businesses.

One of the things that impresses me most is John’s connections with people in Washington, D.C., and Austin, Texas. John can telephone or write to those in positions of influence when immediate action is needed. He simply has to say, “This is John Burnett in Bonham, Texas,” and no one is going to say, “Who?”

In addition to serving on several boards and civic organizations, John volunteers to help with special events in Bonham. This past week, John, along with fellow Kiwanians, was present at 4:45 A.M. at the Multi-Purpose Complex to direct parking for the Texas Mission of Mercy free dental event on two days. This event had over 300 dental patients, plus dentists and dental personnel, and a multitude of local movers and shakers who volunteered for this event. There are other events to which John volunteers during the year.

A vote for JOHN BURNETT is a vote for the people of Bonham.

Mary-k Ashley Wilson

Commissioner Edwina Lane Pct. Barn Location: 8865 Highway 56 W (2 miles east of Savoy) Savoy, Texas 75479 Phone: 903-965-7030

Email Address: elane@fanninco.net

Precinct 2 Commissioner A.J. Self Pct. Barn Location: 500 N. Highway 69 Leonard, Texas 75452 Phone: 903-587-3455

Email Address: aself@fanninco.net

Precinct 3 Commissioner Jerry Magness Pct. Barn Location: 18101 East FM 1396 (Just off Hwy 82) Honey Grove, Texas 75446 Phone: 903-378-2941

Email Address: precinct3@fanninco.net

Precinct 4

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

Email Address: dkopf@fanninco.net

Ashley Wilson

Recipe Sponsored by:

Children’s Center Director Announces Retirement

Press Release - After more than 22 years as the Executive Director of the Fannin County Children’s Center, Sandy Barber is retiring. Including her prior experience at North Texas Youth Connection, Barber has worked in the nonprofit and child welfare field for more than 31 years.

When Barber stepped into the leadership role at the Children’s Center, the nonprofit had four employees and an annual operating budget of about

withWeesie

This recipe is easy and delicious and is made with a sweet and salty orange sauce.

FOUR INGREDIENT

ORANGE SALMON

1 lb. salmon skin on 1 orange zest and juice another orange with only juice

3 Tbsp. soy sauce

2 Tbsp. honey

Preheat the oven to 425° and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, folding up the edges to keep sauce around the salmon.

few spoonfuls of sauce on the prepared baking pan. Place salmon skin up and pour remaining sauce over the salmon. Bake for about 7 minutes and carefully flip salmon skin down. Spoon some sauce over the top of the salmon. Bake for 18-20 minutes, until salmon is done. Bake time will depend on the size and thickness of salmon filet. Enjoy salmon over rice.

$150,000. Under her leadership, the agency has grown to nine employees and expanded services to kids from hard places.

“While the board is disappointed to lose Sandy, we fully support her decision to begin the next phase of her life journey,” said Bill Wilson, Board President. “Sandy has graciously agreed to a long notice period while we search for a replacement and she will actively support the transition,

Sunnyside Cemetery Annual Meeting

SUNNYSIDE CEMETERY ASSOCIATION

P O BOX 153

SAVOY, TX 75479

ANNUAL MEETING NOTICE

DATE: TUESDAY, MAY 2, 2023

TIME: 2:00 PM

LOCATION: SAVOY CHURCH OF CHRIST

FELLOWSHIP HALL, 204 W. HAYES ST (HWY 56), SAVOY, TEXAS.

once a replacement is hired.”

Barber plans to remain active in the community and looks forward to serving in different roles.

“It has been my joy and honor to do this work for so long,” said Barber. “I am committed to doing my part to make sure

the transition is smooth as possible.”

Anyone interested in applying for the Executive Director position is encouraged to visit the center’s website for more information: www.FanninCCC.org.

Combine juice from 2 oranges, zest from 1 orange, soy sauce, and honey in a bowl. Whisk well. Pour a

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

Please come and support your Cemetery Questions - call 903-271-2071 The Fannin County Leader deadline is Thursday at 3:00pm!

Good Match For Mixed: Pairing of Bailey, Torres by coach equals State for Ector tennis duo

By Rich Hilliard

ECTOR -- Regional advances and Ector tennis have become synonymous.

Yearly, the Eagles and Lady Eagles, en route, dominate the district tournament.

A chance to improve one player's probability of advancing again led to the pairing: of sophomores Julia Bailey and Anthony Torres, regional qualifiers in girls' singles and mixed doubles last year, respectively.

"There were three [players in] girls' singles in our district who I felt could advance to regionals," said longtime Ector tennis coach Terry Johnson. "I went to Julia first to see if she was interested [in switching] or wanted to take a chance in singles.

"I think it excited her a little

bit. I think she thought singles were more stressful," said Johnson who added with a laugh. "She wanted someone else to blame it on."

The pairing of the duo has led this month for Ector to another district championship in mixed doubles, a runner-up regional finish -- and the first State qualifier in that category of tennis for the school since 2019.

Really Remixed Right: Coach's pairing of Kirkpatrick, Lindsey leads to Bonham's only-known State mixed doubles duo

Class 1A State Tournament play for them will begin on April 25 in San Antonio at the Blossom Tennis Center in the quarterfinals at 9:15 a.m. The semifinal round will occur later that same day at 2 p.m., with the championship match on April 26 at the same site at 8:30 a.m.

"It's a lot different," said Bailey. "I'm not used to playing up front [on the court] -- the ball comes at you faster. The back is the same as during singles."

"[Julia] picked it up quickly," said Torres. "She communicates very easy. She talks a lot.

"My first year, I played mixed doubles with a senior; so I guess Coach Johnson wanted to try it again," said Torres. "I think he knew we would be a good match."

Trenton s'ball defends 15-2A title; Bonhi assures postseason return

By Rich Hilliard

At least one district champion --and, maybe, two -- will head Fannin County's softball postseason qualifiers for 2023.

Trenton has defended its 152A title and will be the district's top seed in the Class 2A playoffs, which like the other classifications are slated to begin April 27-29 with bi-district play.

It equates the Lady Tigers' 10th-consecutive postseason

advance.

Also in 15-2A, either Sam Rayburn or Honey Grove will be the district's fourthand-final qualifier, pending the teams' meeting April 21 in Ivanhoe. The Lady Rebels won the previous district contest in Honey Grove, 19-8, on March 28. A win by the Lady Warriors will necessitate a play-in between the teams.

Dodd City, a 1A State semifinalist last year, has secured 152A's top seed to the 1A play-

offs, while Savoy will advance as the district's second qualifier for the same postseason.

Meanwhile, 3A Bonham has assured a return to the playoffs after a rare absence in 2022.

Through April 18, the Lady Warriors were tied with Pottsboro and Gunter for second place at 7-4 -- all a game behind first-place Bells. Bonham split its district homeand-home meetings with each mentioned 11-3A opponent.

Bonham senior Gorden to long jump

By Rich Hilliard

BONHAM -- Consider it a

coming full circle of sorts.

Jacob Gorden on April 17 agreed to extend his career in the men's long jump at East Texas Baptist University in Marshall.

After visiting the ETBU campus earlier this year, the Bonham High School senior said he felt at home -- and had no need to look further.

He got the idea of vying for ETBU from Bonham coach Kade Trompler who recently ran for ETBU and knew its head track and field coach, Zach Richardson, having run with him for the Tigers.

Coincidentally, Gorden's trek toward this day and destination also started and gained ground in East Texas, just down the road

from ETBU in Whitehouse.

"His sophomore year, he went to the regional meet as an alternate in the long jump," said Kevin Trompler, Bonham head track and field coach. "I told him to value the experience of seeing what track looked like at that level."

As junior, Gorden improved his jump -- from 19 feet, 11 inches as a sophomore to 20 feet, nine and 1/2 inches -- to win the District 11-3A boys' championship.

Gorden bettered his jump at the ensuing area-round meet as a junior, posting a leap of 21-3 to be the event's runner-up -and return to the regional meet at Whitehouse, but this time as a competitor.

He ended his junior season with a 21-even leap -- good for

sixth in the Region II-3A boys' competition.

A 22-7 1/2 leap earlier this

By Rich Hilliard

BONHAM -- Head tennis coach Kirstin Bockman had no doubts about pairing senior Alli Kirkpatrick and junior Jagger Lindsey this season for mixed doubles for Bonham. "Their athleticism and competitiveness made them the perfect match," said

Bockman.

"I knew at the end of last season that I wanted to see them on the court together," she said, "and they immediately embraced the idea and have worked so well together.

"They clicked immediately. There was no question when they stepped on the court that they were there to compete with each other."

Kirkpatrick, an Angelo State volleyball signee, competed in mixed doubles with a now-graduated partner last season, played girls' doubles in 2021 and reached the Region II-3A Tournament each time. Lindsey equated a regional alternate while playing boys' doubles in 2022.

"It's been an easy adjustment," said Kirkpatrick. "He actually knows what he's doing so it makes it easier for me."

"We have been friends for a long time," added Lindsey.

Their pairing this season

area-round competition -- and another chance to reach the regional. Kevin Trompler noted that last year's State qualifiers from Region II-3A included the 23-1 leaping winner and 21-10 1/2 runner-up.

Bonham coach Emily Vanderburg has specifically worked with the school's long jumpers, including Gorden, during her first athletic year on staff.

"He's worked really hard and been willing to do all the new drills I've asked him to do," said Vanderburg,. "He has done what it takes to jump farther," she said. "It has obviously paid off..."

has led to a trip to the Class 3A State tennis championships April 25-26 in San Antonio -- the only-known in mixed doubles in the school's history.

"These are my first tennis players to qualify for the State tournament," said Bockman. "I am extremely proud of them."

Play for the duo will begin April 25 in the quarterfinals at the Annemarie Tennis Center at 9:15 a.m. against Eli Heyen and Mercedez Trinidad of Hondo. The semifinals will follow there that day at 2 p.m., with the final on April 26 at 10 a.m. at the Blossom Tennis Center.

They enter the State event with an 18-1 record -- their only loss coming this month in the Region II-3A final. "We lost to a good team," said Lindsey. "They were the best there."

"It taught us anyone can beat us at any given time," said Kirkpatrick. "We always need to play our best."

the gathered crowd in the Bonham High School gymnasium. "So many of your classmates, teammates and friends are here for you.

"You are joining an elite group -- the seven percent of high school athletes who go on to the next level."

"It's exciting," said Gorden. "I thought this day would never come -- to be able to play college sports."

month at the 11-3A meet defended Gorden's championship, qualifying him again for

Said Kevin Trompler: "[Vanderburg and Gorden] stay after practice and are the last to leave.

"This is a big day for you," said the same Trompler to Jacob and

Note: Gorden may do more than the men's long jump at ETBU. A two-time area and 2022 regional qualifier in the 4X100 and 4X200 relays as of April 17, his best 200m time -22.89 seconds at the Bonham Warrior Relays -- is comparable to ETBU's best at the Stephen F. Austin Track Meet this month -- 22.54.

Bonham's Jacob Gorden (center) agreed on April 17 to continue his long jumping career at East Texas Baptist University in Marshall with dad Johnny and mom Cynthia on hand.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Bonham's Alli Kirkpatrick serves on March 22 during a home tennis tournament.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Bonham's Jagger Lindsey competes on March 22 during a home tennis tournament. Photo by Rich Hilliard

Ector's Julia Bailey and Anthony Torres.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Fannin County Commissioners Court – Transparency & Fairness

By Rose Schwartz

Tuesday, April 18, 2023, Fannin County Judge Newt Cunningham called to order at 8:54 a Special Meeting of the Fannin County Commissioners Court and established Quorum with all County Commissioners present.

2. Hear comments regarding partial closure of County Road 3840 in Precinct 2; beginning at Hwy. 11 / CR 3840 and extending to CR 3841, a closure of approximately .31 miles in length: Judge Cunningham read the agenda item before inviting those wishing to speak. There were no speak-

ers.

3. Hear comments regarding partial closure of County Road 3841 in Precinct 2; beginning at CR 3805 / CR 3841 and extending to CR 3840, a closure of approximately .3 miles in length: Same as previous agenda item.

4. Adjourn: Meeting was adjourned at 8:56 a.m.

On the same day at 9:00 a.m., Judge Cunningham called to order the Regular Meeting of the Fannin County Commissioners Court. After noting Quorum established, Judge Cunningham led the court in an Invocation. Major James Manis, retired, led the Pledges.

4. Introductions: Judge Cunningham welcomed Erik Simien from Pat Fallon’s office to the court. Also welcomed to the court was County Chair for the Republican Party of Texas, Melanie Grammar.

5. Public Forum: A citizen of Ector spoke to remind everyone of the importance of prayer during challenging times and urged all to come, with a special invitation to the county’s youth; to the courthouse lawn Sunday, April 23rd for the “Fannin County Call to Prayer” to pray for our communities beginning approximately at 5:00 p.m. She also reminded everyone about the “National Day of Prayer” which will be held May 4th at noon on the courthouse grounds. A citizen of Ravenna

then spoke to question the fairness of the court calling out a prior decision made by a former Commissioner to work on a certain county road without scrutinizing other road work he believed to be poor choices made by other Commissioners. He was asked by Judge Cunningham if he might want to reserve his comments for agenda item 37 where road issues would be discussed.

6. Discussion regarding EMS monthly profit/loss report for March 2023 – County Judge for Scott Ridling, Fire Chief: Bonham’s Fire Chief Scott Ridley gave a report of being fully staffed, an increase of about 15 calls more a month, and the likelihood of the long-awaited ambulances arriving within a month.

7. Discussion regarding County Health Insurance mid-year review with Jonathan Collander and Amy Bridges of Texas Association of Counties Health & Benefits Services – County Judge: Jonathan Collander and Amy Bridges gave a report summarizing health benefits of the plans available to employees of the county; data of previous health care loss ratios as compared to the recent year and preventative practices being implemented such as physicals and wellness programs focused on reducing health care losses. Noted was a new expanded healthcare network being available effective Oct 1st and how information on the rates and new plans will be made available by late May.

8. Discussion regarding 2nd Quarter Indigent Care Activity report – County Judge for Indigent Healthcare Director: Indigent Healthcare Director Mark DeMay gave a report of there being a total of 649 inbound/outbound calls, 62 in office appointments, and 23 applications with 4 approved/1pending/18 referred to other programs. He noted along with the 4 new patients; were 2 renewals and 4 coming off the program with 2 of

those going back to work and 2 going onto disability. Total indigent claims (including prescriptions) paid came to $45,800.77; total inmate claims paid $19,313.16. Regarding the budget, Mr. DeMay noted there is currently an overage of $13,763. He expounded on the excellence of Bonham Family Drug and the decrease of prescription costs since signing with them. He detailed grant successes in the area of medical equipment and transportation costs and announced the first ever Fannin County free medical equipment program and the partnership with Fannin Baptist Association that is making this possible. He concluded his report noting the additional providers that will be accepting indigent patients and the life saving resources being made available to Fannin County residents.

9. Discussion, consideration and action to approve payment of bills – County Judge for County Auditor: After reading the amount to pay, Commissioner Lane made the motion to approve payment with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed.

See Commissioners on page 9

Commissioners

Continued from page 8

10. Discussion, consideration and action to approve Treasurer’s Financial report for March 2023 – County Judge for County Auditor (for Treasurer): Fannin County Auditor Alicia Whipple gave a report of total receipts being $1,399,622.43 with $701,604.33 of that coming from property taxes. Commissioner Lane made the motion to approve with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed.

11. Discussion, consideration and action to approve Treasurer’s Investment report for March 2023 – County Judge for County Auditor (for Treasurer): Ms. Whipple noted the total interest received was $59,178.65 with $40,155.37 of that being from the TexPool accounts. Total interest on the 2022 Bond was $18,899.22 and the Operating Business Fund interest was at $124.06. Commissioner Lane made the motion to approve with Commissioner Self seconding the motion which passed.

12. Discussion, consideration and action to approve minutes from 04/04/2023 (R) and 04/10/2023 (R) – County Judge for County Clerk: A motion to approve was made by Commissioner Lane, seconded by Commissioner Magness and the motion passed.

13. Report of monies received by the Fannin County Clerk’s office for March 2023; all Courts combined $24,627.25 and Land Records, $35,892.00 – County Judge for County Clerk: Informational only

14. Observance of Orders signed by 336th Judicial District Judge Laurine Blake appointing Purchasing Agent of Fannin County, Texas, for a term of two (2) years – County Judge for District Clerk:

Judge Cunningham explained how the recently appointed Purchasing Agent Clayton Kerr had withdrawn from the position resulting in the appointment of Amanda Watkins to fill the vacancy. Fannin County District Clerk April Gibbs read the orders regarding the two appointments for records purpose.

15. Report of monies received by the Fannin County District Clerk’s office for March 2023; $27,374.82 –County Judge for District Clerk: Informational only

16. Report of monies received by the Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 office for March 2023; $3,045.00 –County Judge (for JP2): Information only

17. Report of monies received by the Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 office for March 2023; $5,034.00 –County Judge (for JP 3): Informational only.

18. Discussion, consideration and action regarding the Lake Ralph Hall Zoning Commission’s recommendation to approve the Lake Ralph Hall Development Application Handbook – County Judge for Development Services Director: Fannin County Development Services Director Di Hopkins explained how 2 changes were needing to be made before yielding the podium to Doug Janeway with Upper Trinity Regional Water District to further explain language in Section 3 and 4 in the handbook needing changes.

After some discussion regarding the issue of unfinished zoning around the lake, a motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve the Lake Ralph Hall Zoning Application Handbook subject to changes being viewed and approved as stated by Judge Cunningham.

Continued

See Commissioners on page 10

Commissioners

Continued from page 9

The motion was seconded by Commissioner Kopf and the motion passed unanimously.

19. Discussion, consideration and action to approve replat of Lot 12 of Trenton Meadows, 5 acres on PR 459; Property ID# 99365 – Commissioner Precinct 2 for Development Services Director: Ms. Hopkins detailed why this was needed and noted her approval for the replat to be

granted. Commissioner Self made the motion to approve with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed.

Crossword Puzzle Sponsored By:

20. Discussion, consideration and action to approve a one-time severance of 2.4 acres from a 20.462-acre tract on CR 4935 in Whitewright; Property ID# 84404 – Commissioner Precinct 2 for Development Services Director: Ms. Hopkins noted all was done to clear the way for this to be approved. Commissioner Self then called the court’s attention to this proper-

WWW.GFCF.ORG

Facebook: Glaser-Family-Charitable-Foundation

ty actually being in Trenton and that items #20 & #21 should be reversed in the noted city location. He did note though, that the property ID# was correct. He then made the motion to approve the severance with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed.

21. Discussion, consideration and action to approve a one-time severance of 1.97 acres from a 4.95-acre tract on Highway 11 in Trenton; Property ID# 84660 – Commissioner Precinct 2 for Development Services Director: After obtaining Ms.

Crossword Puzzle Sponsored By:

JE Legacy Management

469-796-5081

in memory of Jimmie Evans

Hopkins recommendation to approve with the name of the city changing to Whitewright, Commissioner Self made the motion to approve with Commissioner Lane seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

22. Discussion, consideration and action to approve Preliminary Plat for Soto Estates in Leonard; Property ID#s 109121 and 79349 –Commissioner Precinct 2 for Development Services Director: Di Hopkins expounded how this would be a private road that would not be maintained by the county. Citizen Paul Ivy asked to speak to voice concerns about the preliminary plat and the subdivision manual possibly containing language that could require the county to take over maintenance of the road in the future. After some discussion Commissioner Self made the motion to approve the Preliminary Plat as written with Commissioner Lane seconding the motion. The motion passed with Judge Cunningham and Commissioner Kopf voting Nay.

23. Discussion, consideration and action to approve a one-time severance of 3 acres from a 16-acre tract on CR 2415 in Honey Grove; Property ID# 81806 – Commissioner Precinct 3 for Development Services Director: Di Hopkins explained why this was needed and gave her recommendation to approve the severance.

Commissioner Magness then made the motion to approve with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed.

24. Discussion, consideration and action to lease a Pneumatic Roller for one month for $5,655.00 through ASCO Equipment, Inc. – Commissioner Precinct 1: Commissioner Lane made the motion to approve the lease with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed.

CLUES

50. Polio vaccine developer 55. Abba __, Israeli politician

56. Job

57. Flat-bottomed sailboat

59. Japanese wooden clog

60. Folk singer DiFranco

61. FL city

62. Naturally occurring solid

63. Language of indigenous Asian people

64. Dark brown

CLUES DOWN

1. Soviet Socialist Republic

2. Zoroastrian concept of holy fire

3. Venomous snake genus

4. Uninteresting

5. Straightforwardness

6. Expression of wild excitement

7. Arrange in order

8. East Indian cereal grass

9. Hillsides 10. Bird beak covering 12. Baseball stat

14. Edge of a surfboard

19. Wrapping accessory

23. Express approval

24. Deduce

25. Similar

26. Born of

27. Automobile

28. Obliged to repay

29. Live in

34. Influential journalist Tarbell

35. Set aflame

36. OJ trial judge

37. Scottish town

39. African nation 40. Egg-shaped wind instrument

41. Mimic

42. Frees 44. In slow tempo 45. Sword

46. Related on the mother’s side

47. Mars crater 48. Plant of the lily family 51. Suitable in the circumstances

52. Hillside

53. Metrical foot

54. Amazon river tributary

58. Adult male human

Cutter at $22,776.44 through the Sourcewell Cooperative Contract; to be paid from Precinct Four’s ARPA funds – Commissioner Precinct 4: Commissioner Kopf explained how this was replacing an obsolete mower that could no longer be repaired and made the motion to approve the purchase with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed.

28. Discussion, consideration and action to purchase a John Deere 6110M Cab Tractor for $112,801.48 through the Sourcewell Cooperative Contract; to be paid from Precinct Four’s ARPA funds – Commissioner Precinct 4: Commissioner Kopf explained the inadequacy of his precinct’s very small, low horsepower tractor and made the motion to approve with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed.

29. Discussion regarding the internal audit of the Criminal area of the Fannin County District Clerk’s office – County Judge for County Auditor: Alicia Whipple explained how this was a very good audit and is just one of many.

30. Discussion, consideration and action to move the regularly scheduled August 22, 2023 Commissioner Court meeting to Monday, August 21, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. – County Judge: Judge Cunningham explained the complexities of filing dates and why this is needed. Commissioner Lane made the motion to approve the move with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed.

anie Grammar spoke on previous decisions made years ago regarding the Courthouse project and a discussion ensued regarding the documentation available on those decisions.

Citizen Rusty Deets spoke to inquire on decisions made about the shutters and his opinion on how much cooperation (in light of recent discussions about him) might be expected from former Commissioner Lackey on this matter.

34. Discussion regarding Justice Center – County Judge: Judge Cunningham commented on the signed contract on this.

35. Discussion regarding County Budget and Revenue sources – County Judge: Judge Cunningham explained the mistakes made at the County Appraisal District that have caused the error with budget and revenue numbers and how currently the county is having to wait and see what the actual numbers are as well as other factors to know how best to proceed. Citizen Rusty Deets inquired into the liability of the CAD.

36. Discussion regarding water issues affecting Fannin County – County Judge: Judge Cunningham commented on the need to be assured that future rights to buy water from certain entities are preserved.

Crossword Solution

25. Discussion, consideration and action to nominate Commissioner Self to replace Dean Lackey as the Fannin County Representative to the Red River Water Authority Board – Commissioner Precinct 3: This item was passed on.

26. Discussion, consideration and action to approve $127,807.50 payment from Upper Trinity Regional Water District to Fannin County Road and Bridge Precinct 3 for added rock and work on CR 3665, CR 3660, CR 3940, CR 3935, CR 3930 and Taylor Street; roads will be in place by July 1, 2023 and County will maintain for 18 months thereafter – Commissioner Precinct 3: Commissioner Magness explained how some of the roads had not previously been rocked and made the motion to approve the receipt of the payment. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Kopf and the motion passed unanimously.

27. Discussion, consideration and action to purchase a 2023 John Deere FC10R Flex Wing Rotary

31. Discussion, consideration and action to move the regularly scheduled Commissioners Court Monday meetings of June 19, 2023 and October 9, 2023 to June 20, 2023 and October 10, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. due to the Mondays being holidays – County Judge: Commissioner Self made the motion to approve the change with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed.

32. Discussion regarding Subdivision Policy – County Judge: Matt Logue with Lakewood Development spoke regarding a delay of having the subdivision plats for The Peninsula and The Shores ready for the court’s review. He asked the court this be placed on the agenda for May 2nd with consideration given to the acquisition of the bond needed on the project.

33. Discussion regarding Courthouse repairs – County Judge: Judge Cunningham led a discussion on a punch list of items that will be discussed with Turner Construction, the Historical Commission and possibly former Commissioner Dean Lackey to determine which repair issues are the responsibility of Turner and which items Turner may have previously had their responsibility for, relinquished.

Citizen Jason Walker spoke to offer advice based on his occupational expertise along with his assistance with a walk-thru scheduled with some of the parties involved. Citizen Mel-

37. Discussion regarding Fannin County road issues – County Judge: Judge Cunningham noted some Universities not only have training on this but there are engineers who may be available for consultation. Citizen Jason Walker spoke to expound on the subject he spoke on in Public Forum calling into question the legality of county work done on a certain private road leading to a cemetery. A discussion ensued about closed county roads, work done by previous Commissioners, misappropriation of county funds, public purpose, transparency and overall fairness. Judge Cunningham stated he would look at the specific issue Mr. Walker brought up though he noted his belief that nothing illegal took place due to the existence of public purpose.

38. Comments by County Commissioners and County Judge: Commissioner Lane thanked everyone for attending, for the great discussions and wished all a great day.

Commissioner Self thanked everyone for coming, for letting him serve and wished all a great week. Commissioner Magness thanked all for coming. Commissioner Kopf thanked all for coming. Judge Cunningham wished God’s blessings on all and thanked everyone for their attendance.

39. Adjourn: The meeting adjourned at 11:22 a.m.

Our “Letter to the Editor” section is composed of letters submitted to The Fannin County Leader by our readers. The views expressed in these letters are not necessarily the views of The Fannin County Leader. Political letters must be paid for, in advance. To submit a letter, please e-mail fcleditor2020@gmail.com. It is our goal to be fair and neutral relating to political issues. We welcome Letters to the Editor on topics that would be of concern and interest to the community. The decision to publish is left to the Editor and Management.

Letters to the Editor

Letter to the Editor

My name is Sandy Barber.

I am a Bonham ISD taxpayer and the parent of 3 Bonham High School graduates. I am also a big advocate for all kids. I will be voting FOR the BISD school bond. More than a decade ago, I served on some school facility committees. Back then, the consensus was that BHS, Evans and LH Rather buildings were all in very, very bad shape. Voters passed a bond election in 2012 to completely renovate Evans and then passed another bond election in 2016 to build a new high school. In February 2023, the bonds for Evans were paid off early. We now have an opportunity to finally address the numerous facility issues at the Junior High with the bond election on May 6.

The plan calls for demolishing the older, lower part of LHR that was built in the 70’s and has flooded a countless number of times. The newer, upper part that was built in the 90’s will be majorly renovated for our 6th graders. Then a new addition will be built on higher ground, to the north, where the practice football field is. This new part of the

facility will have classrooms for the 7th and 8th graders, a cafeteria, multipurpose space with a stage, vocational classrooms, agriculture classrooms and band hall. Bringing these 3 grades together under one roof will dramatically improve safety and security.

Approving the bond will also alleviate overcrowding at Finley Oates (FO), as the 3rd graders will be moved to Evans. FO was designed for only grades K-2. When my oldest attended there 20 years ago, the current portables were moved in and she was in the first group of third graders to be a FO. Voting for the bond will get rid of these old portables.

LHR has become a money pit. It is not good use of tax dollars to continue to pour tax money into the repairs and maintenance of that school when it cannot even be insured against water damage. One of my memories of that school is my kids telling me that on heavy rain days, they would take off their shoes and socks, roll up their pants and wade through several inches of rain water to get to and from lunch and art class. On rainy days when the wind is blowing,

everyone gets soaked going to and from lunch and certain classes. How hard would it be for our students to concentrate in math or reading class when they are dripping wet?

Environmental psychology is a field of study that looks at how the environment impacts human behavior, morale, attitudes, etc. The physical environment of a school has an impact on our students’ and teachers’ morale, concentration, learning and behaviors. My youngest attended Evans before, during and after the renovations. I saw a dramatic difference in her attitude and energy after the school was like new. My Facebook memories recently reminded me of one day when she came home bubbling with excitement over the new library and the new science rooms. I remember that before the renovations of Evans, they hardly ever had the best attendance. Since the renovations were completed, Evans often has the best attendance record in the district.

It is my hope that voters in the Bonham ISD school district will go to the polls and join me in voting FOR the bonds. Early voting is April 24- May 2 and election day is May 6. All voting will be at Bonham City Hall.

McCraw's Chapel Homecoming

The McCraw's Chapel Homecoming will be held Sunday, May 7. Please join us for a picnic lunch and stay for the Cemetery Association's annual meeting. If you are unable to attend, donations may be sent to the McCraw's Chapel Cemetery Association, 3184 CR 3455, Honey Grove, TX 75446.

Our Dad, Dave Ray, was a Chaplain in World War II. After a battle, he made it a practice to visit the First Aid Station. One time, Medics told him they could not prevent a soldier from bleeding to death. Dad laid down on the ground next to him.

He told Dad, “Yesterday, I thought I’d be killed. I asked Jesus to save me, and He stepped into my heart. I was so happy I thought I’d live forever. Don’t know why I was hit today, but tell my mother I’ll meet her in heaven.”

An Army telegram saying her son was killed in action broke his mother’s heart. It hurt more believing her son was not a Christian. After Dad wrote, she replied: “You’ll never know how much your letter meant to us!”

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

Its OK to VOTE YES, Bonham

AS most of you know, Bonham ISD has a Bond Proposition on the ballot for May 6th in the amount of $64.4 million. This bond package, if approved, will be used to remodel the current upper portion of LHR and add a new building to the north of the current LHR to house 6th-8th grade. Passage of this bond would not only address current and expected growth district wide, but also update the oldest campus now ineligible for flood insurance due to the multiple recent floods.

Bonham ISD Administration and Board of Trustees are committed to doing “what’s

best for kids.” Voting YES doesn’t diminish one’s position as being fiscally conservative. In fact, voting YES allows for construction of a safer - more efficient building, mitigation of future flood damage expense, and alleviates overcrowding with the construction of just one school.

Schools in Texas are by design built with Bond revenue. This benefits the taxpayers two-fold – It allows Districts to finance a school in a more stable borrowing market and shares the cost of the school with future taxpayers instead of building for growth on the backs of current taxpayers.

To be clear – There is a plan. There is a reason. Individuals

familiar with the construction and school finance industry have been consulted to ensure the Bonham ISD can build and do what we are telling the taxpayers we can build and do.

The Bonham ISD board has well over 150 years invested in Bonham ISD. The Bonham ISD Superintendent as well as 6 of the Bonham ISD board members are Bonham High School graduates. Don’t let some California move-ins keep Bonham ISD from doing “what’s best for kids.”

Early Voting Runs

April 24th – May 2nd Election day is May 6th @ Bonham City Hall.

BLAIR’S AUTO REPAIR

Minor - Major Auto Repair

State Inspections

1312 E. Main St. Honey Grove, TX 903-378-2304

AUCTION

Retirement Farm Equip. Auction Sat., April 29th, 10:00 am

Rex Ray 4-25-23

Bud Dennis and others, 1600 CR 249, Terrell, TX 75160

Directions: From Bus. Hwy 80 & FM 986 (downtown Terrell) go 7 miles North on FM 986 to CR 249 West for .3 miles to Auction Site.

Partial List Only. Selling TRACTORS & LOADERS: 1) N.H. TN 55D, C+A w/ loader, 1) Kubota MX 5400 MFWD w/loader, only 391 hrs., 1) Ford 5610 II C+A w/loader, 1) Case IH MXU 115 MFWD, C+A w/loader, 1) Case IH MX 110 C+A, 1) JD 6105 D Canopy w/loader, 1) J.D. 5510 MFWD Canopy w/ loader. HAY EQUIP: 1) Vermeer 604 w/net approx. 2,000 bales, 1) Vermeer R2300 twin rake, 1) Case IH SBX 540 twine sq baler, 1) Case IH DCX 131 12’ mower conditioner, 1) Krone 5.52/4x7 tedder. SKID STEER: 1) Bobcat 853D, 1) Titan QA backhoe, 1) Titan QA 6’ trencher. EQUIP: 1) HayKing 8 shank pasture renovator, 1) RH 2620 shredder, 1) GP 6424 24’ harrow, 1) Wylie 500 gal sprayer, 1) IHC 480 12’ disk, 1) IHC 370 12’ disk, 1) B.H. 3pt 24’ cultiv., 1) Rhino 3p 8” blade. LIVESTOCK EQUIP: 1) Titan West OK Corral portable, 2) W.W. squeeze chutes, 1) Yoke chute trailer, 1) Shop-Built 16’ working alley, t-posts, barb wire, oilers, hay forks, etc. TRUCKS: 1) ’06 Dodge 3500, 4wd diesel, auto, flatbed dually, 1) ’84 Chev. C70 w/ high roller bulk spreader box, 1) J+I 86”x102” bed, Trailers and much more!

Conducted by Bob Mitchell Auctioneers, Inc., PO Box 897, Terrell, Texas 75160. For more info, Call Office 972-563-1651 or Kyle Mitchell (214-908-0894) Lic. #8472 or website: www.bmaiauction.com ~ ONLINE BIDDING Powered by EQUIPMENT FACTS will be available. Online bidders must register prior to auction date through www.bmaiauction.com

4/25/23

Chance Roberts

Dusty Underwood Plumbing and Septic is here to stay!

Providing plumbing & septic services to this community has been an Underwood family tradition since 1975. For the past 12 years, Dusty Underwood Plumbing and Septic, Inc. has served Fannin and surrounding counties alongside Underwood Plumbing Co.

Dusty Underwood Plumbing and Septic continues to serve Fannin and surrounding counties to take care of all of your plumbing and septic needs. DUPS remains under the same ownership, management, and the service offering as we have for the past 12 years. Dusty Underwood Plumbing and Septic continues to uphold the integrity, values, and excellent customer service you have come to expect from us.

We look forward to many years of serving Fannin County residents and businesses!

Fannin County Republican Women

Press Release - Fannin County Republican Women (FCRW) will be meeting Monday, May 1, 2023. Guest speaker will be Fannin County Judge, Newt Cunningham. He will speak on “My First One Hundred Days”.

Republican Women, Associates and their guests are welcome!

The FCRW meeting will begin at 5:30 pm with a meet and greet portion of our

gathering where members will bring a covered dish. The program begins at 6:00 pm and concludes at 7:15 pm. Our meeting location is the Family Life Center, 200 W. 8th Street, Bonham, Texas.

Please contact Debbie Gove at dgove1728@ gmail.com for further information if needed.

“Caring for America” is an ongoing service project of the FCRW. This year we will be

Farm & Ranch Consignment Auction

collecting kitchen trash bags, paper towels and plastic silverware for Open Arms Homeless Shelter located in Bonham. Please bring any contributions to the meeting.

Paid by Fannin County Republican Women

Newt Cunningham Courtesy Photo

Center offers Youth Outreach Programs!

5/11, and 5/18; free for members of the Creative Arts Center, $40 series for non-members. Kids Crafts (age 4-7) meets Wednesdays at 4pm on 5/3 and 5/17; free for members of the Creative

Arts Center, $15 per class for non-members.

4/25/23 Tony@budgetwindowsoftexoma.com

Registration is required by emailing BonArtCenter@ gmail.com or calling 903640-2196. These programs are free for members of the Creative Arts Center, and Family Memberships are available for just $125/ YEAR!

No child is turned away for inability to pay and scholarships are available for those in need thanks to the support of The Glaser Family Charitable

Foundation, MW & Fair Miller Foundation, Chi Lambda, and Bonham Kiwanis. THANK YOU!

To help support these outreach programs and our mission at the Creative Arts Center, please consider making a donation to the CAC in the form of any art supply to include magazines, colored tissue paper (including black), watercolor and other paints, beads, broken or mismatched jewelry, or any other art of craft supply you can think of! We thank you for your support!

The James Butler Bonham Statue

By Malinda Allison, Fannin County Museum of History

The 12th in a series of articles for the 175th Anniversary of Bonham

What is the story behind the James Butler Bonham statue on the Courthouse grounds?

In 1936, in the midst of the Depression, Texas staged a big celebration to commemorate its 100th year anniversary. It was essentially a world’s fair centered in Fair Park in Dallas.

In addition to the big event in Dallas, 19 statues were commissioned to honor Texas heroes to be placed around the state. One of the statues was to be of James Butler Bonham, an Alamo hero, and of course it would be placed in the city named after him.

Noted sculptor Allie Tennant was chosen to sculpt the Bonham statue. Allie Tennant was a respected Dallas artist. (Tennant’s best-known work is the nine-foot bronze Tejas Warrior placed over the entrance doorway of the Hall of State building at Fair Park in Dallas).

On Sunday, December 18, 1938, on a bright sunny afternoon, the statue was first unveiled in an elaborate ceremony to which, according to newspaper reports, thousands

were in attendance. Several distant relatives of James Butler Bonham were there, as well as dignitaries from Austin, Dallas and Sherman. Allie Tennant was in attendance. Congressman Sam Rayburn made the dedicatory address. The Bonham High School Band played patriotic songs, and school children from the James Duncan and Bailey Inglish schools sang "Texas, Our Texas" as the covering over the statue was removed.

After almost seventy-five years of weathering, the statue was in dire need of cleaning and a new coat to prevent further deterioration. So the Fannin County Historical Commission, led by Tom Thornton, made this their project for 2013. The Commissioners’ Court approved, and efforts to obtain the approximate $20,000 began. With more than half donated by local citizens, businesses, and former Bonham citizens, and a generous grant from The Daughters of the Republic of Texas, the James Butler Bonham statue was removed and taken for refurbishing on Saturday, December 16, 2013. The statue was refurbished and reinstalled. The re-dedication was held on Friday, November 21, 2014.

Amateur Radio Technician class news

Release - The Fannin County Amateur Radio Club has a new Technician class starting on April 24th. This class will meet every Monday and Thursday evening from 7:00 pm through 9:30 pm. We utilize Zoom to deliver the class, so you can be located anywhere there is internet access. If you reside in Fannin County, our club will provide you with a free study guide. For

those outside of Fannin County, you are still welcome to participate; we utilize the W5YI Gordon West Technician Study Guide, which can be ordered from W5YI online, or practically every ham radio store. If you would like to join us for this class, or would like more information, please contact our club President Mark Hetherington at markh11@aol.com.

The

Pledge of Allegiance to the Texas Flag

“Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible.”

Tadpole’s Marine

710 Clarksvile • Paris, TX 903-783-0059

Horse Owners Urged To Participate In National Survey

To understand the true size and impact of the state’s horse industry, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service horse specialists stress the importance of current data, and they say it’s time for Texas horse owners and enthusiasts to stand up and be counted in the American Horse Council’s survey.

The AHC National Economic Impact Study survey counts horses in Texas pastures and paddocks, and AgriLife Extension specialists aim to harvest more extensive “breakout data” that measures horse industry impacts, involvement and economic contributions. Current Texas horse industry breakout data is over 15 years old.

The survey results will provide the informational power to substantiate the value of the horse industry, said Chelsie Huseman, one of two AgriLife Extension horse specialists in the Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Department of Animal Science.

The survey will analyze the direct effects of the industry as well as indirect and induced effects. The surveys will include expenses related to the care and training of horses for racing, competition and recreation. It will also gather information on spending by non-owners for activities such as riding lessons, trail riding and going to the races.

“We need to have a sizable number of responses to say this data accurately reflects the horse industry in Texas,” Huseman said. “The horse industry contributes significantly to the Texas economy.”

She has stepped up this year to ensure Texas is among those states receiving state economic impact breakout data from the American Horse Council’s national survey, which started this month and continues through September.

“The AHC National Economic Impact Study is one of the most comprehensive studies for the nation’s equine industry,” Huseman said. “And now more than ever, it is essential to get state breakout data secured for Texans.”

Industry changes need to be assessed

The horse industry in Texas has definitely changed over the past 15 years, Huseman said.

“Within just the past five years, not only have there been major economic changes that have forced business closures and federal stimulus programs related to the pandemic made a major impact, but the horse industry has adapted to historic changes made to the tax code since 2017,” she said.

Huseman said no large group in Texas stepped forward to get the Texas survey data into the national survey, so she took on the project, rallying industry partners to get a complete survey funded. A collaborative effort among several top equine events and organizations got the job done.

“If we did not do that, the national survey would have only reported the number of horses in Texas and nothing else,” she said. “By getting the state breakout data from the full survey, the American

Horse Council will provide statistics beneficial to the state. It will include direct, indirect and induced economic impacts of horse ownership, recreation and equine-related services, and that’s informational power.”

Rallying to gather the untold story

An up-to-date and comprehensive data set like this doesn’t exist for Texas’ equine economic impact, Huseman said.

“The last time Texas received state breakout data from a survey this comprehensive was in 2007,” she said. “A lot has changed in the horse industry since then: the economic downturn in 2008, defunding of horse slaughter facilities,

and most recently, the pandemic. We know that had to greatly influence the industry and horse ownership, but we have no idea to what degree.”

The information gained by the survey will influence decisions made in government about the

10/5/21

Week of April 19, 2023

Fork GOOD. Water Stained; 55-62 degrees; 1.21 feet below pool. The bite at Lake Fork is still slow due to fish spawning. Sight fishing is producing some catches. Best bite if not sight fishing is points and secondary points with Carolina rigs with caffeine Shad from Strike King in 2-6 feet. Spinnerbaits and chatterbaits are picking up a few on windy banks and points, but it is a grind. Flukes and frogs in the grass will produce a few bites.

Lavon GOOD. Water lightly stained; 60 degrees; 0.02 feet above pool. Every day the shad are spawning in the morning, so watch for bird action. White bass are hitting paddle tail swimbaits, 3 1/2 to 4 inch. Cast as close to the bank as we can, and dragging them back to the boat, so the school does not spook. Later in the morning they move out to 15-20 feet on main lake structures such as points and ledges hitting one ounce white slabs with a jig tied 18 inches above for a double catch.

Ray Roberts GOOD. Water is stained; 68 degrees; 0.38 feet above pool. White bass are excellent and have started showing up the flats in the morning, birds have been working and the shad spawn is in effect.

Tawakoni GOOD. Water lightly stained; 62 degrees; 0.20 feet above pool. Hybrid striper and white bass bite is steady. Fish are feeding under huge herds of threadfin shad right now, so swimbaits and slabs are working best in 18-35 feet of water.

The catfish bite is great. Fish have moved up shallow and we are seeing a consistent blue catfish bite in 2-7 feet of water.

Texoma GOOD. Water stained; 61 degrees; 1.33 feet below pool. Striped bass are good along the banks using topwaters early in the day, switching to swimbaits as the fish move off the banks.

Anglers are having success trolling with live bait, or using slabs. Striped bass are still spawning, and the shad will follow suit soon. Striped bass are great on live shad fishing ledges and channels in 30-45 feet of water on the main lake.

The shad spawn is on top so topwater baits along rocky banks where the egrets and herons are early in the morning will produce fish.

Tadpole’s

Marine

horse industry, as well as what is being taught by academia and where efforts are focused by AgriLife Extension. The American Horse Council’s survey can be accessed here https:// horsecouncil.org/.

CLASSIFIEDS

FARMING

YOUNG TRACTOR WORKS

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

2003 BIG TEX 16 ft. Trailer, Clean title, new tires, floor decent. $2,000 OBO. 214-733-3939.

FOR SALE:

Fence Posts 8 ft. long, With 8 in. top $8.00; Barn Posts 16 ft. long and 24 ft. long $15.00. Free delivery if you buy 50 fence posts or more, while supplies last. Call Randy: 903-640-6999

15-

3x3x8 Bales Average 1,100 lbs. each Will load $175 Bale 903-227-9020

LIVESTOCK

FOR SALE

Call 903-455-5789

leave

your boat running smooth for Summer! Evinrude • Yamaha Mercruiser • Mercury • Johnson TIME TO... 4/18/23

& HUNTING MOBILE #

• 6 HOUR TRIPS

• COMPANY TRIPS AVAILABLE

• PRIVATE CHARTERS

• BAIT & TACKLE FURNISHED

• FISH CLEANED & BAGGED

CALVARY UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH

When: Sun. 10:30am. Wed. 7:00pm

Where: 1190 Hwy 56 W. Bonham.

Pastor: Steven Luton, 903-583-4346

Prayer for Fannin County

If you would like to join others in regular prayer for Fannin County, you are Welcome: 2nd Tues., 3rd Tues., 4th Tues., 5th Tues. @ Noon. Bonham Historic Depot, 1 N. Center Street, Bonham. For more info: Text Sharon Terry, 903-227-3834.

12-18-18

Newness Of Mind

By Mike Dickison (Minister of the Ivanhoe Church of Christ)

The Apostle Paul asked the question, “Know ye not, that so many of us as were baptized into Jesus Christ were baptized into his death?” (Romans 6:3). He then makes the statement that “Therefore we are buried with him by baptism into death: that like as Christ was raised up from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life” (Romans 6:4). The ‘newness of life’ includes the new mind, a changed mind, a mind that has repented. Peter informs us that repentance comes before baptism, “Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins” (Acts 2:38). In having a new mind, it is to be a mind like Christ. “Forasmuch then as Christ hath suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves likewise with

the same mind” (1 Peter 4:1). Paul wrote, “Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 2:5). Christ is to live in our minds, thoughts, and actions, “I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me” (Galatians 2:20).

In having a new mind, it is to be a mind that is temperate. This new mind is to say ‘no’ to the wrong things. When we become Christians, we are to turn from the life of sin. Peter stated, “For the time past of our life may suffice us to have wrought the will of the Gentiles, when we walked in lasciviousness, lusts, excess of wine, revellings, banquetings, and abominable idolatries” (1 Peter 4:3). Paul commented to Christians, “But God be thanked, that ye were the servants of sin, but

Fannin County

ye have obeyed from the heart that form of doctrine which was delivered you” (Romans 6:17).

In having a new mind, it is to be a mind that serves the will of God. A Christian is to “no longer should live the rest of his time in the flesh to the lusts of men, but to the will of God” (1 Peter 4:2). We are reminded that as children of God, we are to “present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God” (Romans 12:1-2). This renewing of the mind includes “Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth” (2 Timothy 2:15). Christians are to have a NEWNESS OF MIND.

Sunday Morning Retake “God’s Word Will Stand”

Hello everyone!

The Bible tells us in Isaiah 40:8, “The grass withereth, the flower fadeth: but the word of our God shall stand for ever.” As you know, we are living in very uncertain times right now. We hear and see several different things from several different people, and sometimes we just don’t know what to believe. As Isaiah tells us, God’s Word should never be doubted. We know that what it says is the absolute truth. As I’ve said before, one of my favorite quartets in gospel music are the Inspirations. The unique thing about them is that they always sing with live music as opposed to soundtracks. This song has a very powerful message.

“What has happened to a nation that used to fear the Lord, To a people whose foundation was built upon God’s word, We’ve allowed the world’s opinion to chart a different way But it’s time the church of Jesus Christ should boldly stand and say

God’s word will stand against the raging tide Of those who criticize and work their evil plans.

God’s word will stand against the gates of hell, With power to prevail in the hearts of men, God’s word will stand.”

Sunday Services at 10:45 • Women’s Bible Study Tuesdays 6:45 Young Adults Bible Study Wednesdays @ 6:30

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

Hebrews 10:25 (KJV) Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.

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

Bro. Josh Stevenson

Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Homes

903-583-5555

Bonham

903-378-2291

Honey Grove

Fuulll Seervicce e Fuunneraal Home Cremations • Trraditiioonal Servviccees Pree-aarrraanged Fuunneraals

Family Owned By Gerald and Judy Howard

bcsfuneral1@gmail.com

4/11/23

First Assembly of God, Bonham 1650 N. Center Bonham, TX 75418 (903) 583-5883

Baptist

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

Bailey Bible Baptist Church 205 Leslie Bailey, Texas 75413

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

Bois D’Arc Creek Cowboy Church Hwy 121 & Edhube Road 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

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

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

Assembly of God Episcopal

Lamasco Baptist Church 346 CR 2615

Telephone, Texas 75488 903-664-2454

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

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

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

Christian 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

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

Baptist Church of Christ

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

Methodist

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

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

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

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

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

Oak Ridge Church of Christ 10368 E FM 1550 Ladonia, Texas 75449 903 583 0849

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

Honey Grove Church Of Christ403 W. Main St. Honey Grove, TX 75446 903-227-2606 SR Church P.C.G. 1850 S HWY 121 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 640-3025

Lutheran 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

Lee Jackson, Pastor Cell: 903.505.4124

Sunday School 10:00 Worship Service 11:00 Wednesday @ 7:00

OBITUARIES

LOLA CHRISTINE “CHRISTY” CHESSER

Lola Christine “Christy”

Chesser, 49, of Bonham Texas, passed away in her home on April 8th, 2023 ; joining her mother Patricia, father John and sister Janie in her eternal life in Heaven.

Christy was born in Bonham on September 25th 1973. She lived a full and sometimes difficult life, but she always managed to make the best of everything. She worked her entire life until health problems gave her the opportunity to finally be a homemaker.

Christy was as hardheaded as they come, but it was a quality most admired. She was well known for her beauty, strength and unconditional love. Not to mention her incredible karaoke skills.

Christy loved all things black, pink, sparkly, glittery and girly. She was still a kid at heart. Which made her over the moon for her 2 granddaughters and 1 grandson.

She was extremely sentimental and held onto all things that had valuable memories. She loved and cared for her two dogs (KiKi and Gizmo) day in and day out.

Christy was engaged to Gregory Long; excited to live the rest of her life with her “Baby,” with whom she shared many new adventures.

Christy will be lovingly remembered by her fiancé of 7 years, Gregory Long; Daughter, Chelsey (William) Arnott; Son, Christopher Langston; Grandbabies, Lucas, Lainey and Livie; Brothers, Josh (Ashley) Chesser and John. T Chesser; Step children, Ashleigh (Robert) Speights and Daniel (Chassity) Wood; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

A Celebration of Life Memorial Service was held on April 16th 2023 where her family and friends were surrounded by memories of her and her life on earth.

A special thank you to the family and friends who attended and donated to help Christy’s family with her wishes. Now we only ask for prayers for the loved ones left behind as they navigate life without her beautiful soul.

“Your memory is our keepsake, with which we’ll never part. God has you in his keeping, we have you in our hearts.”

HORACE “WAYNE” TITSWORTH

GRACE MARGARET BAUER TUCKER

Grace Margaret Bauer Tucker, 99, of Bonham, Texas passed away Sunday, April 16, 2023, at the Seven Oaks Nursing Home in Bonham, Texas. The family received friends at the Wise Funeral Home Chapel from 10 a.m. until service time at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 22, 2023. Pastor Lisa Reece officiated. A private family burial followed at Willow Wild Cemetery.

Grace Margaret Bauer Tucker was born in St. Louis, Missouri on November 17, 1923, to parents Gilbert E. and Elsie Sievert Bauer. Grace married Edward Randall Tucker in New Haven, Connecticut in 1943 where he was stationed with the Air Force during W.W. II. Their son, Randy, was born in New Haven in 1944. The Tucker family came to Texas in 1950. Jarrett Leon Tucker their second son was born in Houston, Texas in 1955. As husband and wife, the couple started several businesses including General Aviation and Ed Tucker Distributor, which is now known as Tucker PowerSports.

Grace was a dedicated daughter, wife, mother, and grandmother selflessly giving her time to care for others. She was a Pink Lady hospital volunteer in Irving and continued in Bonham. Her service to the Pink Ladies exceeded 12,000 hours. She loved to work in the gift shop at the hospital. She donated handmade baby blankets that took her many hours of loving work to complete. She also said that she was the gift shop’s “best customer” as she purchased many items for herself and gifts for others. She also enjoyed buying and donating books to the Bonham Public Library. She faithfully attended church and had a true servant’s heart. After the closure of the Zion Lutheran Church in Bonham, she attended the First Presbyterian Church with her children.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ed Tucker after 59 years of marriage; her son Randy Tucker, and her sister Betty Karay.

Grace leaves to cherish her memories: Son, Jarrett Leon Tucker and wife Rachael of Bonham, Texas. Grandchildren: Melanie Tucker Connelly and husband Brad of Trenton, Texas, Mica Tucker and husband Zach Rodgers of Roanoke, Texas, and Jarrett Leon Tucker Jr. of Bonham, Texas. She is also survived by her great grandchildren Kellie Connelly Pilkinton (Billy) of Bonham, Texas, Brooke Connelly of Trenton, Texas Michael Connelly of Trenton, Texas and Aubrey Rodgers of Waxahachie, Texas. The family would like to thank Seven Oaks Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center, Heart to Heart Hospice, and faithful friend Toni Mason for their loving care.

Mr. Jim Ed Massey, age 76, of Bonham peacefully passed into our Father’s hands on April 14, 2023, in Bonham, Texas. Jim was born in a small country house on March 25, 1947, in Murphy, Texas, to the late Randolph Lee Massey and Lillie Mae Williford Massey. Jim was the last of three children, two sons and one daughter born in the home. He attended schools in Plano and Murphy, where he was active in sports. Jim’s letter of faith is kept at Murphy Baptist Church, where he made his profession of faith. He met the love of his life, Faye Booe, at the ripe old age of 15 while working at the roller skating rink. They were later married on May 17, 1968, in Garland, Texas, and have shared 60 years of love together. He was an avid roller skater and bowler and enjoyed yearly vacationing with his family along with camping, fishing, and boating activities. Jim loved dining out and would never turn down an invitation for Mexican. He retired from H.J. Heinz as a mechanical maintenance engineer in 2008 providing years of dedicated service.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Dale Massey, and sister Janet McCullough. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving wife Faye Massey of Bonham, son Rocky Massey and Staci Keene of Garland, and daughter Arianne Shivers and husband Chris of Leonard, nieces, Kelli Spencer of Plano, grandchildren, Ainsley Jewel Roberts, Kadence Annise Massey, Jesse Shivers, Sebastian Jefferson Murden, and Meagan Skylar Murden, great-nieces, Kaetlin Spencer and Hailey Spencer, extended family, and a host of friends. Jim’s memory of a loving, devoted husband and father will remain embedded in the hearts and souls of those he so lovingly nurtured and cherished. His memory, lessons, and values will be passed down for many generations to come.

To respect Jim’s wishes, the family has elected to remember Jim privately, therefore no public service will be held. You may show your condolences by signing the online guest register at www. wisefuneralhome.com

JOYCE MARIE HALLMARK (GOWAN)

Bonham- Horace “Wayne”

Titsworth, age 78, of Ravenna, Texas passed away peacefully Thursday, April 5, 2023 at his home with his loving family by his side.

Wayne married the love of his life Brenda Gayle Allen on March 23, 1963 in Atoka,

Oklahoma. He worked for 36 years at the General Cable in Bonham where he retired from in 2005. He loved his horses, his cows and baling hay with his sons and later his grandsons. He loved fishing, hunting, gambling, and going to rodeos to watch his grandson’s rope. He loved spending time with his family, friends and especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren whom he loved dearly.

Wayne will be missed by his loving wife Brenda of Ravenna, Texas; his daughter, Pam Dodson (Dugan) of Ivanhoe, Texas; son, Kelly Titsworth (Laurie) of Telephone, Texas.

Grandchildren, Kaleigh

Titsworth and boyfriend J.J. Foreman of Trenton, Texas; Dalton Titsworth and fiancé Shelby Whiting of Ravenna, Texas; Hunter Titsworth and girlfriend Brenna House of Telephone, Texas; Luke Titsworth of Telephone, Texas. Step granddaughter Lacy Dodson of Savoy, Texas; step grandson Dillon Dodson of Telephone, Texas. His joys of his life great grandchildren, Ryle Evans of Trenton, Texas; Haynzli Kuekelhan of Trenton, Texas; step grandchildren, Haddi Dodson of Telephone, Texas, Isabella Dodson of Telephone, Texas; and Kollin White of Sumner, Texas. His siblings, Foye Curtis of Bennington, Oklahoma, Ruth Reynolds of Ennis, Texas; sisters-in-law, Judy Titsworth

of Bennington, Oklahoma; Delores Titsworth of Bennington, Oklahoma, Wilma Foster of Calera, Oklahoma; brothers-in-law, Roger Nichols of Ravenna, Texas; Larry Blain (Jenny) of Savoy, Texas; Royce “Bub” Allen of Bokchito, Oklahoma; Tommy Allen (Peggy) of Bokchito, Oklahoma; Randy Allen of Wade Oklahoma; in addition to many nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, William “Bill” Titsworth, Myrtle (McIntyre) Titsworth, father-in-law, Tillman Allen and motherin-law, Iva Allen; loving son Anthony Mark Titsworth, brothers, Billy Ray, William “Rubber”, Quinn, Donald, Larry, Darrell, and Johnny Titsworth; sisters, Elba Knight, Kay Blain, and Joy Nichols.

Visitation was at 1:00 PM on Saturday, April 8, 2023 with funeral services beginning at 2:00 pm at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home in Bonham. Bro. Marty Hutchins and Bro Ronnie Ball officiated. Interment followed at Lamasco Cemetery.

Serving as pallbearers were Jerry Heflin, David Nichols, Ray Gibbs, Billy Pannell, Roy Pannell, and Matt Titsworth.

Serving as honorary pallbearers were Kaleigh Titsworth, Hunter Titsworth, Dalton Titsworth, Luke Titsworth, Ryle Evans, and Haynzli Kuecklehan.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to Lamasco Cemetery

P.O. Box 96 Bonham, TX 75418 in honor of Wayne.

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

Joyce Marie Hallmark (Gowan), 68, passed away at home on Sunday, April 16, 2023 surrounded by her family and her beloved dogs. Joyce was born on August 10, 1954 in Havre, Montana. She was a proud member of the Little Shell Tribe of Chippewa Indians of Montana.

Joyce was raised by her parents, Jimmie and Margaret Gowan, and attended schools in Jasper, Alabama, and later in Irving, Texas. She is a graduate of Irving Nimitz High School. Joyce made a career in customer service at Government Records Services, where she met and later married Billy Hallmark; they shared 37 years together. Joyce enjoyed gardening and maintaining her home, both inside and out. She loved estate sales, shopping, and sharing her finds with family and friends. Joyce had a big heart and often took care of her neighbors and those she saw in need. Her daily phone calls made sure to keep the family in touch and on task. One of her greatest loves was to spoil her grandchildren, and she made sure to be there for their ball games, recitals, and band performances. She also adored her dogs, Sophie and Tink, who have been her faithful friends. And at the end of the day, Joyce was known to be found on the back porch with a good cold one.

Joyce will be remembered by her husband, Billy Hallmark of Leonard, Texas; children, Michael Morris of Weatherford, Texas, Amy Shaw and husband, Matt, of Whitewright, Texas, and Angie Eads and husband, Brent, of Whitewright, Texas; grandchildren, Kelby Shaw and wife, Julie, Kendall Shaw, Shelby Eads, Seth Eads and wife, Jade, Devin Eads, and Lilly Eads; great grandchildren, Keylan, Triniti, Xander, and Stevie; mother, Margaret Gowan; brother, Bill Gowan; and sister, Debbie Nass; and many extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her son, Kris Morris; father, Jimmie Gowan; and siblings, Renee Wallace, Eddie Gowan, Nolan Favel, Lorrie Marinkovich, and Bobby Gowan.

While Joyce did not want a traditional funeral service, she did agree to allow us a casual Celebration of Life BBQ. We invite you to join the family at Branscome Hall in Blue Ridge, Texas, on Saturday, May 6 at noon to celebrate her. BBQ will be provided; feel free to bring a side or dessert to share. Memorials may be made to your choice of animal shelter or youth sports organization.

We think of you in silence, We often speak your name, But all we have are memories, And your picture in a frame.

PINE RUN APARTMENTS

FOR SALE

2016 F250 4-Door, Diesel, 4W Drive, 36,000 miles

Call 903-664-4518.

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS for the FOLLOWING POSITIONS

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

For more information

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

CNC Lathe/ Mill Machinist

POSITION OPENINGS

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

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.

RED RIVER

HEALTH CARE

Now hiring home care providers for Bonham, Sherman, Denison, Gainesville, Paris, Leonard and Whitesboro. Must be 18 years of age with no criminal history and must have own transportation. No certification required. Call 1-800-2896555 for more information.

ATTENTION!!

The Following Positions are Available Work from Home Returning emails & calls. Work PT/ FT. Commission Income up to $5,500 a month. Anyone can do. Excellent for Seniors. NO Selling. Income Paid Immediately. Company will Train. Plus, as a bonus, we’ll even show you how to take anything you love to do and make it into a 2nd business for even more income. CallJudy at 903-249-8270.

BONHAM CLEANERS

Is Seeking Full-time or Parttime Pressers. For more information call 903-640-5090.

AUTOMOBILES EMPLOYMENT FOR SALE

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.

10’ x 16’ Vender Tent, White, Metal Frame with 2 10’ x 16’ Walls to enclose. $800.00 OBO. (Like New) 903-259-1204.

FOR SALE

Beautiful Cherrywood Dining Room Set, Four Poster Oak Bed (queen), and Chest Freezer (medium size). All In Excellant Condition. 903-505-4288

GARAGE SALE

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.

20 MILE GARAGE SALE and MARKET ON THE SQUARE Sat. May 6th 8am- 4pm Ladonia, Pecan Gap, Bugtussle, Ben Franklin, TX. Garage Sales, Estate Sales, and Market. Something for everyone! cocladonia.org/20mile.html

HELP WANTED Needing an Experienced Mechanic’s helper, Full or part time. Call 972-6891828.

HELP WANTED Needing someone for outside general cleanup full time or part time. Call 972689-1828.

HELP WANTED

Needing an Experienced Carpenter’s Helper for inside job, Full or part time. Call 972-689-1828.

HELP WANTED Needing to hire a part time welder. Call 972-689-1828.

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.

LOST & FOUND

FOUND!! I found a large set of keys on FM 271. Call to identify 903-217-7477.

A PAW UP Helping Animals In Need Thrift Store

101 West Hayes, Savoy

Open Friday thru Sunday 10am-5pm.

PERSONALS

NEED A COMPANION

Financially stable 73 year old, healthy gentleman looking for a straight white female companion (occasional smoker is alright) to share my time with. Call 903-990-0731.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

AFFORDABLE

STUMP GRINDING

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

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.

CALL THE HANDYMAN

BECAUSE YOU DESERVE THE BEST...

•Painting •Sheetrock Repair & Texture •Remodeling

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

FARM and LAWN MAINTENANCE

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

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

MUNOZ LAWN CARE & TREE TRIMMING

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

STAPP TREE TRIMMING and REMOVAL

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

BUDGET STUMP REMOVAL

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

INVITATION FOR BIDS

Texoma Housing Partners will be accepting sealed bids on one (1) 2015 Ford F-250 Single Cab Truck; one (1) 2017 Ram Promaster Van; one (1) 2017 Wallenstein CR100HW Chipper; one (1) 20’ x 10’ Storage Building (to be removed at buyers expense). Items will be available for viewing at 816 W. 16th Street, Bonham, Texas 75418, May 8, 2023, through May 11, 2023, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Bids must be in a sealed envelope marked clearly on the front with the name of the bidder, phone number and bid number. (Number to be posted on each item). Minimum bid required. The sealed bids will be opened on May 15, 2023, at 2:00 PM at same location. Acceptable payment shall be Cash or Cashier’s Check from a local bank only. No personal checks accepted. Items must be removed from the property by Thursday, May 18, 2023. For more information call 903-640-2042.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

4/25/23

AN ORDINANCE PROHIBITING INDIVIDUALS FROM KEEPING OR LEAVING AN ANIMAL IN THE ENCLOSED AREA OF A MOTOR VEHICLE WHERE THE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE INSIDE THE VEHICLE IN MORE THAN 85 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT; PROVIDING A PENALTY CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR LIMITATIONS; AND PROVIDING A REPEALER.

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BONHAM, TEXAS PROVIDING RULES OF CONDUCT FOR COUNCIL MEETINGS, PROVIDING RULES FOR CITIZEN COMMUNICATION DURING CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS; AND MAKING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED THERETO.

APP HOUSE LEVELING & FOUNDATION REPAIR

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

REAL ESTATE

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.

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.

BillBuysHouses.com

Buying homes As Is since ‘91.

Also buys lots, land & Manuf. Homes 214.478.8979

Now taking applications for 1 & 2 bedroom apartments. Please call 903-378-7146. FOR RENT

2 Bed, 1 Bath Duplex 1111 Star St., Bonham. Approx. 900 sq.ft. $1,000 per month. 903-815-8136. FOR RENT IN BONHAM

• 2 Bedroom House, New Kitchen and Bath, Woodfloors, Central Heat & Air. $1,200.

• 1 Bedroom Apartment, Single Story, Almost New, All Appliances. $800. Call 903-227-0920

WANT TO BUY

FRIENDLY BUYER OF ALL JUNK CARS & TRUCKS

No Title - No Problem Call Tony @ 903-449-9028

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.

Looking for LAND TO LEASE to run cattle on. Prefer 50-300 acres. Let me help you reduce your taxes by helping keep your land in AG and fences/land maintained. Call 903-486-2900

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE 1406, TO ESTABLISH AN EMS CHARGE MASTER TO BE USED FOR EMS BILLING AND COLLECTIONS; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE MEETING AT WHICH THIS ORDINANCE WAS PASSED WAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AND PROPERLY PUBLISHED FOR HEARING AS REQUIRED BY LAW; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING A LIMITATIONS CLAUSE;

The City Council of the City of Bonham, Texas will consider approval or rejection of the ordinances represented by the captions printed above on first and final reading following a public hearing on the ordinance. Public hearing will be at a meeting of the City Council on Monday, May 8, 2023 at 5:30

in the Bonham City

Employment Opportunities Include:

Collections Specialist

Benefits include competitive pay, health insurance, retirement and more.

Applications can be submitted online at https://fannincad.org/employment-opportunities/ Or apply in person at 831 W State Hwy 56, Bonham, TX 75418. Fannin Central Appraisal District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

City of Savoy Public Works Employee Needed

Fannin Central Appraisal District is Hiring 4/4/23

City of Savoy is accepting applications for a Public Works Employee. Must be a self-starter, motivated and you must be able to complete tasks without supervision. Experience in operating mowers and tractors a must. Water/Waste Water License and/or experience in repairing water lines a plus. Salary DOQ. EOE Please apply at Savoy City Hall at 405 E. Hayes, Savoy, TX 75479, 903-9657706.

PUZZLE ON PAGE 5

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE FANNIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT ON PROPOSED SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL ORDINANCE:

PLEASE BE ADVISED that Fannin County intends to consider and possibly take action on an ordinance prohibiting solid waste disposal in the unincorporated areas of Fannin County, except for certain designated areas, pursuant to the County’s authority in Texas Health and Safety Code §§ 363.112 and 364.012

PUBLIC HEARING: The above referenced and proposed solid waste ordinance will be considered and possibly acted upon completion of a public hearing conducted on Tuesday, May 2, 2023 beginning at 8:50 a.m. in the Fannin County Courthouse, 101 E. Sam Rayburn, Bonham, Texas, 75418. The public is invited to attend and comment.

Ordinance Prohibiting Solid Waste Disposal in Fannin County

Section 1. General Provisions and Findings

Whereas, the Commissioners Court of Fannin County, Texas, has both the responsibility and authority to protect the public health, safety and general welfare by prohibiting solid waste disposal in the unincorporated areas of Fannin County, except for those areas designated as solid waste disposal sites, pursuant to the authority of the Texas Health and Safety Code § 363.112 and 364.012; and,

Whereas, solid waste disposal, especially the disposal of solid waste in landfills, is an activity that has high potential to negatively impact the health, safety, and welfare of any community; and,

Whereas, the Commissioners Court has considered current state and federal laws and regulations, and makes that the regulations below, including distances from certain locations included in Section 4, below, are reasonable and necessary for complying with those regulations, and to protect the health, safety and welfare of its citizens.

Section 2. Definitions

The following words and terms, when used in this ordinance, shall have the following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

“Affected Area” refers to area of the county in which solid waste disposal is prohibited.

“Aquifer” refers to any subsurface geological formation, group of formations or part of a formation that is capable of yielding a significant amount of water to a well or a spring.

“Day Care Facility” refers to any real property used for the care of children or the elderly and is registered with the State of Texas as such.

“Facility” refers to any structure or property that is used for processing, storage, or disposal of solid waste or solid waste handling equipment. Including all contiguous land, structures, appurtenances, and other improvements on the land, used for processing, storing, or disposing of solid waste. The term includes a publicly or privately owned solid waste facility consisting of several processing, storage, or disposal operational units such as one or more landfills, surface impoundments, or a combination of units.

“Fault” refers to an area that has fractured along the crust of the earth and has two sides that have moved in relation to each other.

“Floodplain” refers to any area in the 100-year floodplain that is susceptible to being inundated by water from any source or that is identified by the Federal Emergency Management Agency on flood insurance rate maps, flood boundary and floodway maps under the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. Sections 4001 through 4129).

“Health Care Facility” refers to any real property that provides medical care or treatment under the direction of a licensed physician to four or more persons unrelated to the proprietor or operator of the facility. Includes public or private hospitals, skilled nursing facility, intermediate care facility, ambulatory surgical facility, family planning clinic that performs ambulatory surgical procedures, rural or urban health initiative clinic, kidney disease treatment facility, inpatient rehabilitation facility, and any other facility designated a health care facility by federal law.

“Individual Residence” refers to any structure intended to serve as the primary residence of, and is inhabited by, a human being. A structure is presumed to be an individual residence if it is designed for human residential habitation.

“Industrial Solid Waste” means solid waste resulting from or incidental to a process of industry, manufacturing, mining, or agricultural operations.

“Historic Site” refers to any real property that is included on the National Register of Historic Places, designated as a Texas Historic Landmark, designated as a State Archeological Landmark; is determined to qualify as eligible property under criteria for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places, as a Recorded Texas Historical Landmark or as a State Archeological Landmark; or has been designated as such by the actions of a county commissioners court or city council.

“Municipal Solid Waste” means solid waste resulting from or incidental to municipal, community, commercial, institutional, or recreational activities, and includes garbage, rubbish, ashes, street cleanings, dead animals, abandoned automobiles and other solid waste other than industrial solid waste.

“Neighborhood” refers to any manufactured or mobile home development, apartment or condominium complex, subdivision, or community having a total of nine or more individual residences or residential units and an overall density of one residential unit or more per acre; an area designated as a residential zoning district by a governing ordinance or code or an area in which the principal permitted land use is for private residences; a subdivision for which a plat is recorded in the real property records of the county and a majority of the lots of which are subject to deed restrictions limiting the lots to residential use.

“Park” refers to any real property owned or operated or so designated by a unit of federal, state, or local government as such; and any land so designated in an adopted parks plan of a city or county.

“Places of Worship” refers to any enclosed structure that is owned by a religious institution or organization and that is used primarily as a place of regular group ceremony or meditation, education, and fellowship, the purpose of which is to manifest or develop reverence, homage, and commitment in behalf of religious faith.

“Public Surface Drinking Supply” refers to any surface water supply utilized for public drinking water supply.

“Scenic Road” refers to any road or highway in an area containing natural and scenic qualities of at least regional significance designated by federal, state, or local governments. “School” refers to any real private or public property, attendance at which satisfies the compulsory school attendance requirements of §§25.085 and 25.086, Education Code, as they existed on the effective date of this ordinance.

“Solid Waste” means, subject to the limitations of 42 U. S. C. § 6903 (27) and 40 C. F. R. § 261.4 (a) garbage, rubbish, refuse, sludge, from a waste treatment plant, water supply treatment plant, or air pollution control facility, and other discarded material, including solid, liquid, semisolid, or contained gaseous material resulting from industrial, municipal, commercial, mining, and agricultural operations and from commercial and institutional activities. The term:

(A) does not include:

(i) solid or dissolved material in domestic sewage, or solid or dissolved material in irrigation return flows, or industrial discharges subject to regulation by permit issued under Chapter 26, Water Code;

(ii) soil, dirt, rock, sand, and any other natural or man-made inert solid waste materials used to fill land if the object of the fill is to make the land suitable for the construction of surface improvements; or

(iii) waste materials that result from activities associated with the exploration, development, or production of oil or gas or geothermal resources and other substance or material regulated by Railroad Commission of Texas under Section 91.101, Natural Resource Code, unless the waste, substance, or material results from activities associated with gasoline plants, natural gas liquids processing plants, pressure maintenance plants, or repressurizing plants and is hazardous waste as defined by the administrator of the United States Environmental Protection Agency under the federal Solid Waste Disposal Act, as amended by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, as amended (42 U.S.C. § 6901 et seq.); and,

(B) does not include hazardous substances.

“Solid Waste Processing and or Disposal Facility” refers to any land, structures, appurtenances, and other improvements on land, used for management or disposal of solid waste, including any incinerator, landfill, transfer station, materials recovery facility, land application, beneficial use, or composting site. This includes both publicly and privately owned facilities.

“Tourist Attraction” refers to any area designated as such by the federal government, state, city council or county commissioners court.

“Water Well” refers to any well, registered with TWDB/TCEQ used to supply or is capable of supplying potable water.

“Wetlands” refers to a transitional land between terrestrial and aquatic systems where the water table is usually at or near the surface or the land is covered by shallow water, and conforms to the Army Corps of Engineers’ definition.

Section 3. Approved Areas for Disposal in Unincorporated Areas of Fannin County

Fannin County designates the following areas for exemption under these regulations:

1. Any area with a current TCEQ Permit covering activities referenced in these regulations, as of the Effective Date, subject to Section 8., “Withdrawal or Return of Permit,” below; and

2. Any area which is the subject of an application for permit or other authorization under Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 361 covering activities referenced in these regulations, subject to Section 8, “Withdrawal or Return of Permit,” below. This exemption applies only to geographic locations and permit parameters included in a pending application(s) as of the Effective Date, and does not exempt the application of these regulations to operations or location not included in such currently-pending application(s).

Section 4. Siting Criteria for Solid Waste Processing and Disposal Facilities

Processing and or disposal of solid waste may only occur if the following conditions are met:

(a) facility perimeter is located at least 2,640 feet from a school;

(b) facility perimeter is located a least 2,640 feet from public or private water wells;

(c) facility perimeter is located at least 10,000 feet from neighborhoods;

(d) facility perimeter is located at least 2,640 feet from individual residences;

(e) facility perimeter is located at least 2,640 feet from day cares facilities;

(f) facility perimeter is located at least 2,640 feet from places of worship;

Employment/Executive Director

The Board of Directors is seeking an Executive Director to lead the Fannin County Children’s Center. Seeking a dynamic leader who can juggle many roles and responsibilities in a small and growing nonprofit organization. Strong written and verbal communication skills are critical. Other ideal skills, knowledge and work experience include: non-profit management, fundraising, grant writing, volunteer management, marketing, child welfare system, criminal justice system and the dynamics of child abuse. Experience with a CASA and/or Children’s Advocacy Center is a plus.

To learn more and apply, go to www.FanninCCC.org

City of Savoy, Ordinance 87-5

Effective with the June Utility Billing REGULATING WATER AND SEWER SERVICE, ESTABLISHING WATER, TRASH, SEWER AND OTHER CITY CHARGES; ESTABLISHING SEWAGE DISPOSAL STANDARDS; ESTABLISHING RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR MOBILE HOMES AND MOBILE HOME PARKS; ESTABLISHING RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR WATER AND SEWER SYSTEM EXTENSION OR EXPANSION; PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES FOR VIOLATORS; AND SETTING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Savoy in motion made at the April 18, 2023 meeting, effective on the June 2023 billing, Garbage Billing rates will increase.

PASSED AND APPROVED on this the 18th day of April, 2023.

Joe Petree – Mayor

Melissa Rickman – City Secretary

A complete copy of this ordinance is available at the Savoy City Hall for your review.

(g) facility perimeter is located at least 5,280 feet from areas of direct drainage to any public surface drinking supply;

(h) facility perimeter is located at least 2,640 feet from historic site;

4/25/23

4/25/23

(i) facility perimeter is located at least 2,640 feet from health care facilities;

(j) facility perimeter is located at least 1,000 feet from areas of direct drainage to any recharge aquifers;

(k) facility perimeter is located at least 500 feet from the boundary of a 100-year floodplain;

(l) facility perimeter is located at least 2,640 feet from a park;

(m) facility perimeter is located at least 2,640 feet from a tourist attraction;

(n) facility is not visible from a road designated as a scenic road;

(o) facility perimeter is located at least 5,000 feet from the end of any airport runway utilized by piston driven aircraft;

(p) facility perimeter is located at least 10,000 feet from the end of any airport runway utilized by turbojet powered aircraft;

(q) facility perimeter is not located within the boundaries of any wetland area;

(r) facility perimeter is not located within 200 feet of any fault areas that have shifted since the last Ice Age;

(s) facility perimeter is not located within a seismic impact zone;

(t) facility perimeter is not located within any unstable area;

(u) facility is not in the watershed of the Bois d’ Arc Lake Reservoir;

(v) facility perimeter is located at least 5,000 feet from the shoreline of Bois d’ Arc Lake Reservoir;

(w) facility is not in the watershed of the Lake Ralph Hall Reservoir;

(x) facility perimeter is located at least 5,000 feet from the shoreline of Lake Ralph Hall Reservoir;

(y) facility is not in the watershed of the Lake Bonham Reservoir;

(z) facility perimeter is located at least 5,000 feet from the shoreline of Lake Bonham Reservoir:

(aa) facility does not create conditions which make traffic flow unsafe. This section does not apply to:

(a) areas within a municipality;

(b) any area that has applied for a permit or received authorization from TCEQ prior to the issuance of this ordinance’s Effective Date, but only to the extent those areas are exempted under Texas Health and Safety Code § 364.012(e);

(c) temporary sites established to handle demolition and debris from a natural disaster; or

(d) Any activities regulated by Texas Health and Safety Code § 361.090, “REGULATION AND PERMITTING OF CERTAIN INDUSTRIAL SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL,” but only to the extent those areas are exempted under Texas Health and Safety Code § 364.012(g). Unless restricted by state or federal law.

Section 5. Civil Remedies and Penalties

(a) Violations of this Ordinance are subject to criminal penalties to the extent allowed by state law and a civil penalty of $10,000 for each violation. Such penalty is to be forfeited to Fannin County, Texas. Each day that a violation continues constitutes a separate ground for recovery.

(b) The Fannin County Commissioners Court may bring a legal action to enjoin violations of this Ordinance and seek judgment for civil penalties.

Section 6. Severability

If any portion of this ordinance is deemed to be in violation of the statutes or the constitution of this state or the United States by a court of competent jurisdiction, said portion shall be severed, and the remaining portions of the ordinance shall remain in full force and effect.

Section 7. Withdrawal or Return of Permit

In the event that an application for permit or other authorization under Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 361, et seq., which was pending before the Texas Commission of Environmental Quality at the time of the adoption of this Order for an area listed in Section 3 of this order is withdrawn by or returned to the applicant, or if a permit is overturned by a final appeal, then such area shall be removed from Section 3 of this Order and unincorporated areas of Fannin County.

Section 8. Effective Date

These regulations are effective as of the date of adoption, ____________________, 2023.

Passed and approved this day of ______________, 2023.

County Judge Newt Cunningham

Attest: Fannin County Clerk Tammy Biggar

TEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

NOTICE OF APPLICATION AND PRELIMINARY DECISION FOR TPDES PERMIT FOR MUNICIPAL WASTEWATER RENEWAL

PERMIT NO. WQ0014273001

APPLICATION AND PRELIMINARY DECISION. City of Savoy, P.O. Box 176, Savoy, Texas 75479, has applied to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for a renewal of Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) Permit No. WQ0014273001 which authorizes the discharge of treated domestic wastewater at a daily average flow not to exceed 150,000 gallons per day. TCEQ received this application on January 19, 2023.

The facility is located at 601 North Cedar Street, in Fannin County, Texas 75479. The treated effluent is discharged to an unnamed tributary, thence to Valley Lake, thence to Brushy Creek, thence to Red River Below Lake Texoma in Segment No. 0202 of the Red River Basin. The unclassified receiving water uses are minimal aquatic life use for the unnamed tributary and high aquatic life use for Valley Lake. The designated uses for Segment No. 0202 are primary contact recreation, public water supply, and high aquatic life use. All determinations are preliminary and subject to additional review and/or revisions. This link to an electronic map of the site or facility’s general location is provided as a public courtesy and is not part of the application or notice. For the exact location, refer to the application. https://gisweb.tceq.texas.gov/LocationMapper/?marker=-96.368055,33.605833&level=18

The TCEQ Executive Director has completed the technical review of the application and prepared a draft permit. The draft permit, if approved, would establish the conditions under which the facility must operate. The Executive Director has made a preliminary decision that this permit, if issued, meets all statutory and regulatory requirements. The permit application, Executive Director’s preliminary decision, and draft permit are available for viewing and copying at Savoy City Hall, 405 East Hayes Street, Savoy, Texas.

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

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

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

Following the close of all applicable comment and request periods, the Executive Director will forward the application and any requests for reconsideration or for a contested case hearing to the TCEQ Commissioners for their consideration at a scheduled Commission meeting.

The Commission may only grant a request for a contested case hearing on issues the requestor submitted in their timely comments that were not subsequently withdrawn. If a hearing is granted, the subject of a hearing will be limited to disputed issues of fact or mixed questions of fact and law relating to relevant and material water quality concerns submitted during the comment period. TCEQ may act on an application to renew a permit for discharge of wastewater without providing an opportunity for a contested case hearing if certain criteria are met.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ACTION. The Executive Director may issue final approval of the application unless a timely contested case hearing request or request for reconsideration is filed. If a timely hearing request or request for reconsideration is filed, the Executive Director will not issue final approval of the permit and will forward the application and request to the TCEQ Commissioners for their consideration at a scheduled Commission meeting.

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

All written public comments and public meeting requests must be submitted to the Office of the Chief Clerk, MC 105, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, TX 78711-3087 or electronically at www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/comment within 30 days from the date of newspaper publication of this notice.

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

AGENCY CONTACTS AND INFORMATION. Public comments and requests must be submitted either electronically at www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/comment, or in writing to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Office of the Chief Clerk, MC 105, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087. Any personal information you submit to the TCEQ will become part of the agency’s record; this includes email addresses. For more information about this permit application or the permitting process, please call the TCEQ Public Education Program, Toll Free, at 1-800-687-4040 or visit their website at www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/pep. Si desea información en Español, puede llamar al 1-800-687-4040.

Further information may also be obtained from City of Savoy at the address stated above or by calling Mrs. Missy Rickman at 903-965-7709.

Issuance Date: April 14, 2023

CodeRED Weather Warning is a unique service that automatically notifies citizens in the path of severe weather just moments after a warning has been issued by the National Weather Service. This limited CodeRED Weather Warning subscription is available to you at no direct cost. To receive these notifications go to: www.co.fannin.tx.us

Look for CodeRED on the left side navigation.

Check BEFORE you develop!

Currently, permits are required in Fannin County if you wish to:

1. Put in a culvert.

2. Develop or build in a FEMA Floodplain.

3. Build in the Bois d’Arc Lake 5,000 ft Buffer Zone.

4.Develop a manufactured Rental Community, for 2 or more lots.

5.Subdivide your land for lots less than 5 acres.

6.Use heavy Equipment, Bore under a road and install utility lines in a County ROW.

7.Install or repair a septic

You can find more information on the Fannin County Clerk Website, http://www. co.fannin.tx.us/page/ fannin.County.Clerk

Development Services –Di Hopkins 903-449-4220

(Culverts, Lake Zoning, Subdivisions & Rental Communities)

Press Release - Doc Holliday Saints and Sinners Festival will be held on Saturday, April 29, 2023 from 9-5 in Downtown Denison. With Bandits, Bluegrass, and Barbecue on Friday evening that kicks off the weekend, Saturday will feature fun for the entire family with many free events.

A petting zoo and pony rides will be $5 each and this year, it will be in the Katy Park in front of the Katy Depot. Visit the Red River Railroad Museum at 124 W. Main (donations accepted). As you move up the street, visit the awesome businesses Downtown

Denison has to offer. You’ll see some familiar faces and some new ones too.

At Heritage Park, the Heroes of the Old West are the most popular attraction with gunfights at 10:30, 1:30, and 4:30. They’ll be there the rest of the day for photos and just talking to the visitors. Burton Gilliam of Blazing Saddles will be joining them throughout the day!

A selection of live music will be on the main stage with Ann House, Tim Rogers, Rust and Lace, Salt Creek Bluegrass Band, Frontier Brigade Band, The Lindsey Family, Sweet Song String Band, and the

Red River Valley Dulcimer Club. The Tribal Evolution Belly Dancers will perform their vaudeville steampunk show. A best dressed contest will be held at 1:00 before the beard and mustache contest.

In the 500 Block of Main, you will experience vendors and food. The Red River Valley Dulcimer Club will be playing throughout the day.

The Denison Arts Council will have their 517 Gallery open with an art show and from 1-3:00 p.m. they will feature ghost stories, poetry, and music by Blue GrassFire. Across the street in the Senior Center, there will be artists,

makers, and crafters with demonstrations and sales. Some of the demonstrations will include quilting, painting, woodcarving, ink making, fiber arts, ceramics, and a luthier. There will also be children’s activities and genealogy research by the Preston Trail Chapter of the NSDAR.

Just up the street at the 700 Block of Main, there will be an old west encampment with special guests Dale and his horse Penny and music by Rickey Pittman and Jeff Coleman. Kids activities will feature panning for gold, kid roping, and horse shoe throwing.

will have a camp meeting for all the saints and sinners at 3:30. The Downtown Denison Farmers Market will be there all day for their season opener. A parade will be held at 2:00 p.m. and many of the characters throughout the day will appear in horse drawn carriages. The carriages and wagons will be shuttling people up and down Main Street for free the rest of the day (except for during the gunfights!).

Other activities will feature a car show in the morning on Fannin next to the event. The Studebaker museum will be

Rev. Ron Weston Smith

open all day. And St. Lukes Episcopal Church will be celebrating 150 years with an open house from 9-1 p.m. Tour the church with the original interior from Doc’s days. On Friday night, Bandits, Bluegrass, and BBQ festival will be held in Heritage Park from 6-9PM. You can enjoy live bluegrass bands, BBQ sales, and photo ops with old west reenactors. The event is a fundraiser for the Boys and Girls Club of Denison, come show your support! This event is free to the public. The live bluegrass music features: The Western Flyers and Hot Pickin 57's.