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LTC McDonough Battalion Commander

Lieutenant Colonel Douglas McDonough of Bonham assumes command of the 182 Field Artillery Battalion at Fort Cavazos* Texas. Having just returned from Korea, where he had served as Deputy Chief of Fires for the US 8th Army, his first assignment is to take the battalion of 600 soldiers to the National Training Center where they will train to fight a peer adversary.

His previous experience includes 5 deployments in which he has accumulated over 30 months of combat experience and is the recipient of two Bronze Stars for meritorious leadership in combat. Additionally, he is a US Army Congressional Fellow who has worked in Washington DC for Senator John Cornyn and then the Pentagon on congressional matters.

LTC McDonough is a graduate of BHS and West Point and has subsequently earned a Master of Public Affairs from Webster University and a Master of Legislative Affairs from George Washington University. Douglas, his wife Lindsay and their three sons reside within Ft Cavazos area of Texas. *Fort Cavazos, formerly Fort Hood is referred to as Fort "Cav" within the military community.

BEDCO Board of Directors Meeting

By Rose Schwartz

Monday, May 15, 2023, Bedco’s President Alan McDonald led an Invocation before calling the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. He noted Quorum established (all members were present except for Vice President Kelly Royse.) Before continuing with the scheduled agenda items, Mr. McDonald noted there would first be a check presentation (part of the downtown grant program.) Presented with a $25,000 check, was Jesse Crook of Crook’s Classic LLC. Mr. Crook’s business is located at 503 N. Main Street and will specialize in vintage board games and video games.

2. Consideration and possible action to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting held on April 17th, 2023: A motion was made by Board member Wayne Moore to approve the minutes which was seconded by Board member Ernie Quintana. The motion passed.

3. Consideration & possible action acknowledging the monthly financial reports for April 2023: Bonham’s Finance Supervisor Michelle Burnette first referred the Board to information she provided them regarding expenditures before noting that April’s sales tax has consistently tracked with the budget. A discussion ensued regarding streetlamps before the motion to accept the report was made by Wayne Moore, seconded by Ernie Quintana and passed unanimously.

4. Citizens Opportunity to Speak: [The Board of Directors of the Bonham Economic Development Corporation invites persons with comments or observation 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.]: A two-year resident of Bonham noted that being in the airport hangar construction business, he is looking forward to helping Bonham grow and appreciates all the work that has been done so far at the airport. A resident of Star St. in Bonham spoke about property on 3rd St that was bought by Bedco for a parking lot some time ago. He asked the Board to consider revisiting those plans and incrementally add to them as he believes it would help the area greatly. A resident of McMahon St. spoke to add his commendations on the work done at the airport and thank the board for that work.

5. Consideration and possible action regarding the creation and paving of a section of roadway at the airport at a cost of approximately $200,000: Bedco’s Executive Director Gayle Cooper spoke on how Bedco is looking into paving a parking lot for the airport and the actual bid for the parking lot is $94,000 with the roadway leading to the hangars being at $35,000. She explained the reason for the cost difference and noted that the cost of both should be under $135,000 and that Area Wide Paving had made the lowest bid. City Manager Sean Pate added there were three other pavers that submitted bids with Area Wide Paving. A discussion ensued after which Wayne Moore made the motion to approve with Board member Glenn Taylor seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

6. Consideration and possible action to ratify a contract with Rick Chaffin as consultant for Downtown Planning at an hourly rate of $75.00 not to exceed $6000.00 per month: Ms. Cooper introduced Rick Chaffin as an accomplished city manager who will be a consultant for the downtown planning and will be working with the downtown advisory group who will report to Ms. Cooper who in turn reports to City Manager Sean Pate. Mr. Pate added that Mr. Chaffin had been a lead consultant with Mark Sanchez a few years back before having taken on a city manager’s job in a different area and believes he will do a great job with the downtown planning. After a statement from Mr. Chaffin who thanked the Board for the opportunity to work on the downtown master plan, a motion was made by Board member Allen Sanderson to approve the contract that was seconded by Ernie Quintana and passed unanimously.

7. Executive Director’s Report: Gayle Cooper handed out information to the board showing how wages are consistently improving within the city’s zip code. She then described her experience of a tour she took of the Associated Steel Fabricators facility and recounted her attendance at a manufacturer’s reception held May 11th where seven of the twelve manufacturers from the Bonham area were represented. She commented on the downtown grant programs and noted that with the continuance of applications coming in, she was glad the funding was increased. She noted payment on one of two SBA loans had been behind but was brought up to date today and concluded her report noting she will be attending the TEDC (Texas Economic Development Corporation) conference in mid-June in Allen before reminding the board of the joint City Council/BEDCO meeting being held June 26 at 5:30 p.m.

8. Adjourn: Meeting adjourned at 5:51 p.m.

Lieutenant Colonel Douglas McDonough

Bedco’s President Alan McDonald presenting a check to Jesse Crook of Crook’s Classic LLC.

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Fannin County Commissioners Court

By Rose Schwartz

Tuesday, May 16, 2023, Fannin County Judge Newt Cunningham called to order at 8:50 a.m., a Special Meeting of the Fannin County Commissioners Court. Quorum was established with all County Commissioners and County Judge present.

2. Hear comments regarding a Specific Use Permit application from 903 Broadband to install a 180’ tower on FM 1396, Property ID#s 81951 and 70969: Fannin County Development Services Director Di Hopkin noted there had been no protests on this request and all requirements were met for its approval with the lake zoning board recommending its approval.

3. Adjourn: Meeting adjourned at 8:54 a.m.

On the same day at 8:55 a.m. Judge Cunningham called into order another Special Meeting of the Fannin County Commissioners Court. He noted Quorum was established.

2. Hear comments regarding a Special Exception application from Bois d’Arc Shores in Dodd City to reduce setbacks from 80’ to 50’ and reduce frontage on culde-sacs and curved roads; Property ID#s 100348 and 81148: Ms. Hopkins stated there had been one letter of protest with the main concern being increased traffic on CR 2900 then noted that the lake zoning board had voted to recommend approval.

3. Adjourn: Meeting adjourned at 8:58 a.m.

Immediately following the Special Meeting, Judge Cunningham called to order at 9:00 a.m., the Regular Meeting of the Fannin County Commissioners Court. After Judge Cunningham noted Quorum established, Pastor Jase Waller of the Telephone Baptist Church led an Invocation. Pledges were led by Major James Manis, retired. There were no Introductions.

5. Public Forum: Fannin County Network Administrator Dustin Morrow spoke to advise attendees with hearing difficulties about hearing devices available for their use.

6. Discussion regarding EMS monthly profit/loss report for April 2023 – County Judge for Scott Ridling, Fire Chief: Chief Ridling began his report noting his department is about 18 calls under the month’s average. He stated all ambulances are functioning, they are still waiting on two ambulances, the department is fully staffed, and they are working with North Texas Municipal Water District on the future opening of Bois d’Arc Lake.

7. Discussion, consideration and action to approve minutes from 05/02/2023 (S) – County Judge for County Clerk: A motion to approve was made by Commissioner Lane, seconded by Commissioner Magness and passed unanimously.

8. Discussion, consider-

ation and action regarding moving furniture in the 2nd floor courtroom – County Judge: Fannin County Court at Law Judge Charles Butler expounded on the importance of jury trials and how the courtroom is a big help in holding those trials. He began a discussion regarding the ne-

cessity of repositioning some articles of furniture for the courtroom to be used and assured care will be taken in the process. At the discussion’s conclusion, Judge Cunning-

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Leonard s'ball trio earns spots on spring academic all-state teams

By Rich Hilliard

Three Leonard softball players led student athletes from Fannin County high schools on the Texas High School Coaches Association academic all-state teams for spring sports.

Those Leonard softball recipients included: Abby Cavender, first team; Savannah Ware, second team; Jacey Fos-

HG's Morris fifth at State

Fannin County diamond quartet last in 2023 softball, baseball playoffs

ter, second team. Savoy boys' track had two recipients -- Matthew Catchings, second team, and Fernando Soto, honorable mention -- as did Trenton track -- Emory Williams, second team, and Mariana Caro, honorable mention. Meanwhile, Bonham baseball's Connor Alley also received an honorable mention.

Honey Grove freshman Ryelan Morris finished fifth amongst nine competitors on May 12 in the Class 2A State boys' 100-meter dash in 10.85 seconds.

Leonard s'ball alumna Ware on 2023 Big South top team

By Rich Hilliard

Leonard alumna Claudia

Ware has been named to the Big South first team for her fifth and final season of conference softball at Campbell University.

Through May 10, Ware, a senior outfielder, had a teambest .359 batting average.

Of her 52 hits, 18 equated doubles -- good for fifth nationally, in the extra-base category as of May 10. She had had 17 games with multiple hits and has already become the 11th player in Campbell softball history to garner 200 career hits.

Ware, Campbell's only every-game starter during

the 2023 regular season, also had during the same time a Big South-leading 30 walks and .481 on-base percentage, to go with 31 runs scored and 25 RBI.

Ware graduated in 2018 from Leonard, which, that year -- led by her -- won its first district softball title to garner its second-straight and third-overall postseason trip in the sport.

Note: Ware additionally afterward earned the most valuable player award for her play in the Big South Tournament, as Campbell University won its third-straight conference title and advanced again to the NCAA Tournament.

Dodd City first baseman Lindsey Skipper (18) catches a ground out throw at her bag on April 4 during District 15-2A softball at Dodd City.

Dodd City's Logan Lackey (11) beats the ball to the plate to score on May 5 during Game 1 of the host Hornets" doubleheader sweep of Savoy in Region II-1A bi-district baseball.

Bonhi-exes Mallory, Hemby net '23 SCAC

By Rich Hilliard

Two Bonham alumni have earned honorable mention notoriety from the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference for their sophomore efforts

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for Austin College during the 2023 diamond seasons.

Trystan Mallory struck out 53 batters in 55.2 innings, averaged 8.57 strikeouts per nine innings and, as a starter, allowed only 62 hits in 12 appearances overall -- all placing him amongst the best this season in SCAC baseball.

The southpaw also this season garnered his first two collegiate wins.

Chyrsi Hemby had a team-best .376 batting average, 22 runs batted in, 17 runs scored and 13 doubles -- the two-base hits being good for third in SCAC softball. The sophomore second baseman,

also posted a .436 on-base percentage and .565 slugging percentage, swiped eight bases and homered once.

Each equates a 2021 Bonham High School graduate.

Four Fannin County diamond squads remained in the 2023 postseasons, through mid May. From District 15-2A softball, top seeds Trenton and Dodd City continued to vie, respectively, in the 2A and 1A postseasons.

The Lady Tigers, the undefeated district champion, played in a regional semifinal best-of-three series against Muenster and vied for a trip to the Region II-2A final -- both rounds previously not reached by Trenton in the sport since its 2016 postseason run.

The Lady Hornets played against Blum in the Region II-

1A final, vying for their fifth trip to the 1A State Tournament in the last six complete seasons in the sport.

Meanwhile, Dodd City and Ector met again in the baseball regional semifinals, for a trip to the Region II-1A final -- a potential fifth-consecutive for the Hornets or first in the sport for the Eagles.

Bonham s'ball alumna Vaught all-conference HM at Hendrix

By Rich Hilliard

Bonham alumna Paizley Vaught earned an all-conference honorable mention from the Southern Athletic Association for her freshman softball season at Hendrix College (Ark.).

Vaught, a catcher and infielder, posted a team-best .385 batting average, as she started 25 of 28 games in which she played. She had 30 hits, including eight for extra bases: six doubles, a triple and a home run. Vaught also totaled 16 RBI and 16 runs scored to go with a .587 slugging percentage and .434 on-base percentage.

Vaught equates a 2022 Bonham graduate.

Paizley Vaught. Hendrix College photo

Chyrsi Hemby. Austin College photo Trystan Mallory. Austin College photo

Ector's Holden Trainor (9) begins his slide into third base on April 19 during District 11-2A baseball at Ector.

Story and photos by Rich Hilliard

Batter Jackie Gallegos (12) and on-deck hitter Ashley Alexander (3) of Trenton watch as teammate Tristen Jones slides towards and Savoy pitcher Cassidy Almy (10) takes a throw at home plate on April 14 during District 15-2A softball at Savoy.

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ham noted no action would be taken and this would be passed on.

9. Discussion, consideration and action to approve payment of bills – County Judge for County Auditor: Fannin County Auditor Alicia Whipple noted this month’s bills were $220,506.68. A motion was made by Commissioner Lane to approve with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed.

10. Discussion, consideration and action to approve Treasurer’s Financial Report for April 2023 – County Judge for County Treasurer: Fannin County Treasurer David Woodson noted the receipts for April was $1,070,332.38 with property taxes being $182,325.70 and sales taxes coming in at $133,446.21. A motion was made by Commissioner Lane to approve with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed.

11. Discussion, consideration and action to approve Treasurer’s Investment Report for April 2023 – County Judge for County Treasurer: Mr. Woodson noted interest received on the TxPool Accounts was $37,049.42 on a balance of $9,331,319.17, interest on the 2022 Bond was $18,319.96 on a balance of $11,154,357.54 and the Operation Business Money funds’ interest was $147.65 on a balance of $129,321.58. After a discussion regarding interest rates, a motion was made by Commissioner Lane to approve with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed.

12. Discussion, consideration and action regarding placement of Open Arms Homeless Shelter as a selection for donation on the Fannin County Juror Request for Pay form; Government Code §61.003 – County Judge: Executive Director of Open Arms Homeless Shelter Mark

Sanderson and Open Arms Treasurer Tina Moore came to the podium to thank Judge Cunningham and the court for their help. A motion was then made by Commissioner Lane to approve the placement with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed.

13. Discussion, consideration and action regarding the recommendation from the Bois d’Arc Lake Zoning Commission to approve a Special Use Permit application from 903 Broadband to install a 180’ Tower on FM 1396; Property ID#s 81951 and 70969 – County Judge for Development Services Director: A motion to approve was made by Commissioner Lane with Commissioner Magness

seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

14. Discussion, consideration and action regarding the recommendation from the Bois d’Arc Lake Zoning Commission to approve a Special Exception application from Bois d’Arc Shores in Dodd City to reduce setbacks from 80’ to 50’ and to reduce frontage on cul-de-sacs and curved roads from 100’ to 40’; Property ID#s 100348 and 81148 – County Judge for Development Services Director: Commissioner Magness made the motion to approve with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

15. Discussion, consideration and action regarding

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16. Discussion, consideration and action to add self-monitoring security cameras at precinct one barn – Commissioner Precinct 1 for Purchasing Agent: Ms. Watkins spoke about the bids received and expounded on the functions of the cameras with Ernie Quintana of 3D Security answering questions from the court. A motion to approve was then made by Commissioner Lane, seconded by Commissioner Magness and passed unanimously.

precinct two barn – Commissioner Precinct 2 for Purchasing Agent: Same as agenda #16

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18. Discussion, consideration and action to add self-monitoring security cameras at precinct three barn – Commissioner Precinct 3 for Purchasing Agent: Same as agenda #16

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Commissioners Committee were: Katherine Thern, Catherine Hyde, Trent Griser, Diane Hopkins, Debbie Rattan, Latanya Hill, Jason Canup, Sarah Congleton and Ronald Kendrick, Jr. A motion to approve the selections was made by Commissioner Lane, seconded by Commissioner Magness and passed unanimously.

20. DCA to allow Kirby Smith to place a parts drop box adjacent to the drop in precinct four – Commissioner Precinct 3: Commissioner Magness expounded on the benefits of this action and made a motion to allow with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

21. Discussion, consideration and action to approve

Auditor’s monthly reports for March and April 2023

– County Judge for County

Auditor: Fannin County

Auditor Alicia Whipple noted the county is currently in the black but with incoming property taxes having slowed down she has asked department heads to refrain from any unnecessary expenditures. A motion to approve was made by Commissioner Lane, seconded by Commissioner Self and passed unanimously.

22. Discussion regarding the internal audit of the Tax Assessor-Collector department – County Judge for County Auditor: Ms. Whipple began the discussion commending the excellence of the work being conducted on this.

23. Discussion, consideration and action regarding filming a documentary at the Fannin County Courthouse – County Judge: Judge Cunningham welcomed Attorney Deric Walpole who explained the details involved in the filming of a documentary centering on jury trials that is being produced by a UK filming company with Emma Cleave as the producer. Once completed it will air on A&E. A motion was made by Commissioner Self to approve the filming with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

24. Discussion, consideration action to choose method of selecting the Salary Grievance Committee for fiscal year 2023/2024 –County Judge: Ms. Whipple explained how the Committee could be comprised of option 1. Elected officials or option 2. Nine members of the last grand jury convened in the summer of 2022. After some discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Magness to utilize option 2 with Commissioner Lane seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

25. Discussion, consideration action to select the Salary Grievance Committee for fiscal year 2023/2024

– County Judge: Those selected to serve on the

evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or (2) to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee – County Judge: Executive Session was entered into at 10:49 a.m. After some time passed Regular Session reconvened at 11:50 a.m.

tion 551.071 of the Government Code to (1) seek the advice of its attorney regarding: (A) pending or contemplated litigation; or (B) a settlement offer; or (2) on a matter in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State

26. Report of monies received by the Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 office for March 2023, $10,333.80 and April 2023, $20,905.00 –County Judge (for JP1): Informational only

27. Report of monies received by the Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 office for April 2023, $2,387.00County Judge (for JP2): Informational only

28. Report of monies received by the Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 office for April 2023, $4,416.00 –County Judge (for JP3): Informational only

29. Report of monies received by the Fannin County District Clerk’s office for April 2023, $22,048.15 –County Judge (for District Clerk): Informational only

30. Discussion regarding Subdivision Policy – County Judge: Judge Cunningham welcomed any wishing to discuss this to come forward.

31. Discussion regarding Courthouse repairs – County Judge: Judge Cunningham noted his concern regarding a leak in the basement and having those who contracted to do the work, get the work completed.

32. Discussion regarding Justice Center - County Judge: Judge Cunningham commented on a special meeting that will be held on the 19th to review and approve the building schematics.

33. Discussion regarding County Budget and revenue sources – County Judge: Judge Cunningham began a discussion on the action needed on the implementation of the recently approved county hotel tax.

34. Discussion regarding water issues affecting Fannin County – County Judge: Judge Cunningham noted a previously inactive water agency Commissioner Kopf had been president of, will possibly be re-engaged soon.

35. Discussion regarding Fannin County road issues - County Judge: Judge Cunningham expounded on how Commissioners prioritize work to be done on those roads with the most urgent repair issues and advised the public experiencing road problems that their roads are on a list to be taken care of but asked they realize, it is a process.

36. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Personnel Matters – a closed meeting will be held pursuant to Sec. 551.074 of the Government Code for (1) deliberation of personnel matters regarding the appointment, employment,

37. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Consultation with Attorney – a closed meeting will be held pursuant to Sec-

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38. Discussion, consideration and action regarding Personnel Executive Session - County Judge: Judge Cunningham noted it was decided Robert J. Moreno would be offered the Director of Maintenance position at a salary of $25.00 an hour. A motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve with Commissioner Lane seconding the motion which passed unanimously.

39. Discussion, consideration and action regarding Consultation with Attorney Executive Session - County Judge: Judge Cunningham noted it was decided to move Mark DeMay’s department (Indigent Healthcare) to a space behind the District

Clerk’s office on 1st Street. A motion to approve was made by Commissioner Magness, seconded by Commissioner Lane and passed unanimously.

40. Comments by County Commissioners and County Judge: Commissioner Lane thanked everyone for their attendance and wished all a great week. Commissioner Self echoed those comments. Commissioner Magness commented on how decisions being made are for the best interests of the county and wished all a good week. Commissioner Kopf noted his appreciation for the county and the patience being shown to him as he learns his job. Judge Cunningham commented on the amount of work needed in the county, the opportunities existing, Friday’s special session for the possible last look at the plans for the Justice Center and wished God’s blessings on everyone.

41. Adjourn: The meeting adjourned at 11:56 a.m.

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2nd Row: Jessia Hein, Karla Cruz, Jaime Hein, Kenzie Gann, Avery Compton, Savannah Rozell, J Pena, Emily Palmer, Tailyn Stricklin, Candace Mullins

1st Row: Brayden Harris, Corbin Garner, Abby Cavender, Alexis Stone, Shelby Mendez, Triniti Zachary, Savannah Ware, Samantha Westbrook, Jacey Fostter, Lainey Johnson

Alex Standlee Aaron Stephens Joseph Stephenson Hudson Stroud Valedictorian

Antonio Vega

Daniel Tortorella

Tyler Williams Anthanie Whitman

Charles Wilson Mayson Woodard

Carlos Yanez Summer Young

Sam

Front Row: Macy Banner, Kyrsten Hall, Fernando Soto, Hannah Brooks, Kaden Nelson, Allyson Rodriguez, Mia Galvin, Emily LaFoye, Jessalynn Coker, Jacob Lawson, Back Row: Hayden Smith, Ayden Mendoza, Jenaro Amaya, Auden Mendoza, Matthew Catchings, Ethan Webb, Mavrick Walker, Garret Hall, Caeleb Horn, Christopher Miller, Mason Merryman. Not pictured: Alyssa Campbell

Emily LaFoy

Bonham Dodd City

Trenton Senior Class of 2023

Bay, we are so proud of you and can not wait to see what the future holds. We know you will do amazing things! We love you more than words can possibly say.

Love, Randy, Mom, Holden, and Raegan

Osborne Carlie Johnson

Row 4: Cole Gee, Owen Boisseranc, Kelley Arreaga, Serena Summers, Reese Wilson, Mandy Wakefield, Ruby Gutierrez, Jacob Almaguer, Adrien Peña, Autumn Miles, Evan Ratcliff, Triniti Bostick, and Triston Evans.

Row 3: Hagan Purser, Alexander Ontiverios, Miles Bodden, Emory Williams, Carlie Johnson, Mya Pritchett, Catalina Aguilar, Gage Savage, Logan Latimer, Connor Martin, and Drake Foster.

Row 2: Ethan Lavoie, Kyle Osborne, Hollie Holden, Jada Williams, Kolby Shad, RJ Spears, Dakota Davis, Austin Huff, and Arianna Phillips.

Row 1: Diamond Hart, Mariana Caro, Ashley Alexander, Addyson Lyday, and Cameron Jones. Seniors not pictured: Brooklyn Anderson, Macie Bohannan, Trevor Evans, Robert Goolsby-Ramsey, Shireen Raad Saadi, and Connor Whitmire.

Ector Senior Class of 2023

Hope Ball Salutatorian

Nathan Harris Valedictorian

Back row: Brent Bailey, Samuel Hughes, Nathan Harris, Jayson Smith, Kobe Simpson, Austin Barnett

Front row: Cheyenne Garrison, Bobbie Collinsworth, Karlee Haggard, Shyann Rushing, Chelsi Petty, Hope Ball, Aedan Halbert Not pictured; Carter Whitburn, Colby Hopper, Shawn Zackery, Cindell Harvey

Bonham City Council Special Meeting

for projects involving the construction of sidewalks heavily travelled by school children that will be ADA compliant; and vote on amendments to the contract between the city and Fannin County Appraisal District

that was discussed and voted on during May 8th’s meeting.

David Keene was on hand to present Mr.

5:00 p.m. to administer the Oath of Office to newly elected and re-elected city council members; canvass the election results (John Burnett, Ward 1 won his

Jr.’s

5, won his post unopposed); vote on appointing John Burnett, Mayor Pro-tem and have Bonham Municipal Judge John Skotnik administer the Oath of Office; vote on submitting an application to the state for federal transportation funding

Ernie Quintana and John Burnett with Judge John Skotnik administering Oath of Office. Photo by Rose Schwartz post with 411 votes to Tony Rodriguez

377. Ernie Quintana, Ward

Burnett and Mr. Quintana a custom Bois d’ Arc wood pen.

Lucy Cunningham graduates from Bells kindergarten! She is the daughter of Josh and Tessie Cunningham.

Wolfe City Senior Class of 2023

Connor Adams Cypruss Allen

Nicolas Bowles

Abigail Patterson

Robert Anderson

Wyatt Smith

Cynthia Angel Kristin Belanger

Madison Bell Noah Buck

Connor Burns Hazel Bustos Aidan Cherry Joshua Colvert Lindsey Cooper Joseph Davis Mckenzie Denton Tertus Farrell

Stacie Ferguson

Carson Greenway Christian Hernandez Victor Hernandez

Dylan Kemp Valedictorian

Madelyn Horst Tony Jones

Zachary Lemons Rogelio Leyva Lacy Malone Nancy Martinez

Adin McDonald

Andrew Meador Salutatorian

Devonta Alex McGarity

Tyler McPherson

Jalei Fisk

Kole Mincher

Julissa Olvera Faith Pachter

Sarah Patterson

Cody Pickering Kynnedy Sallee Makinna Sanders Ava Steele

Fionnabhair Stewart Dakotah StewartSieg

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Alondra Vela Cassidy Walters Evan Watson Shane White Trinity Williams Damen

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710 Clarksvile • Paris, TX 903-783-0059

Fishin’ Report TAKE A KID FISHING

Rohan Singhal caught this smallmouth bass on Lake Grapevine on January 15, 2023 using a rod and reel. He earned a Big Fish Award, Junior Water Body Record, Water Body Record, Water Body Catch and Release Record, Junior Water Body Catch and Release Record, and Junior State Record for this catch. Way to go Rohan! (TPWD)

Week of May 17, 2023

Cooper GOOD. Water lightly stained; 74 degrees. Catfish are good on cut shad. Crappie have peaked and are fishing fair with jigs and minnows. Lake is slightly turbid.

Fork GOOD. Water Stained; 70-77 degrees; 0.71 feet below pool. Bass bite has improved on the backside of the full moon. Bass have been feeding on crawfish in the shallows during this phase, so crawfish colored chatterbaits or chartreuse/white colors are good out to three feet on windy banks with grass.

Topwaters, like whopper floppers and yellow magics, are good along the grass lines. Colors have not mattered with these baits. Carolina rigs are still working in 5-8 feet of water on points with flukes in watermelon red and watermelon candy.

Lavon GOOD. Water lightly stained; 72 degrees; 0.38 feet below pool. Fishing patterns are holding steady. Look for this bite to change in the coming weeks. Crappie are in 5-10 feet of water in standing timber in the morning. Midday move to 1020 feet on deeper timber and brush piles or condos. White bass are feeding shallow in 1-4 feet of water early in the morning during the shad spawn. Once this bite ends, fish move to 20 feet of water on shelves and main lake points. In the morning cast swimbaits switch to one ounce white or chartreuse slabs for the deeper fish.

Ray Roberts GOOD. Water is stained; 72 degrees; 0.16 feet above pool. White bass are good the first hour of daylight in 1-6 feet of water using ⅛ ounce jighead and three inch paddle tail swimbait. When that bite tapers move to 20-25 feet of water with slabs. Blue catfish are starting to mix in with the sandies. Bass are good in shallow water with topwaters early in the morning, then small swimbaits the rest of the day. Crappie are good with many undersized catches on brush piles in 15-29 feet of water.

Tawakoni GOOD. Water lightly stained; 70 degrees; 0.21 feet above pool. Lake Tawakoni is full of water and the fishing has been great! Hybrid Striper and white bass have been good. Fishing for them has been steady early morning and late evening. We are coming off a full moon and I expect the morning bite to get better. Fish are feeding on big schools of threadfin shad in shallow water. Swimbaits and slabs are catching fish in 2-14 feet. Eater sized blue and channel catfish bite is wide open. The blues are feeding in 2-4 feet, especially on windy days. Cut shad is the preference.

Texoma GOOD. Water stained; 65 degrees; 2.36 feet below pool. Striped bass are good with big fish coming on topwaters early in the morning. Switching to swimbaits in deeper water later in the day for catches of stripers and sand bass. Some fish are still spawning. Striped bass are great on live shad anchoring on ledges in 30-45 feet of water two reels off the bottom. The shad spawn is still on so look for egrets along the banks and fish top waters and swim baits early in the morning along rocky banks. Crappie are fair on jigs fishing brush piles set in 10-15 feet of water, but seeing a lot of smaller fish. There should still be big crappie up shallow in creeks and along stumpy banks.

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Equine Herpes Virus Alert

Hayes Equine NewsletterMay 2023 - The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) officials have confirmed 1 case of Equine Herpes Virus

EHV1 Neurologic form on a Grayson County premise on April 27, 2023. The exposed horses have been quarantined and will not be released until TAHC requirements are met. The TAHC staff are working closely with the premise and local veterinarians to monitor potentially exposed horses and implement biosecurity measures.

Dr. Hayes has not seen the case or has heard of its whereabouts. Keep in mind Whitesboro and Collinsville are in Grayson County so it maybe a competition horse from that side of the county. Because of this EHV1 neurologic case, the racetracks can refuse horses from Grayson County until 14 days from the last known positive case from the affected area. Each horse will be required to have a new health certificate demonstrating a normal temperature and may have to have a negative EHV1 test. We don’t know if horse shows or other competitions are requiring the same protocol.

The following is from the Equine Disease Communication website: What is Equine Herpesvirus?

Equine herpesvirus (EHV) is a family of equine viruses named by numbers including EHV-1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 with EHV-1,3,4 posing the most risk for domestic horses. EHV is a common DNA virus that occurs in horse populations worldwide. The two most common species are EHV-1 and EHV-4.

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EHV-1 and EHV-4 most often cause a respiratory disease which is usually mild and selflimiting, and both can cause abortion. EHV-1 andEHV-4 (very rare) can cause the neurologic form of the disease (equine herpes virus myeloencephalopathy (EHM)) which creates damage to the spinal cord and can be fatal. EHV3 causes coital exanthema, a venereal disease which affects the external genitalia. Horses can be carriers of EHV with no clinical signs and can spread the disease to other horses. Testing and quarantining affected horses in isolation is the primary way to control the disease. Vaccines are available but do not completely prevent any form of the disease.

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Lethargy/Depression

Neonatal death

Late-term abortion

Neurologic disease

EHV-4:

Fever, Nasal discharge

Lethargy, Neonatal death

Late-term abortion

Rarely neurologic disease

Diagnosis: EHV-1 and EHV4 are diagnosed through PCR testing by nasal swab, buffy coat sample (centrifuged blood), virus isolation from blood, or a significant increase in antibody titer in serum samples collected 2-3 weeks apart.

Treatment: Supportive care and rest are the chief treatments. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications, such as phenylbutazone (Bute) or flunixin meglumine (Banamine) are used to control fever, pain, and inflammation. In some cases, antivirals and heparin are used.

your property and to follow correct biosecurity protocol when bringing new horses onto your premises or when travelling with your horse.

Biosecurity: EHV is spread via aerosol particles from nasal discharge or from contaminated surfaces including people, clothing, feed and water, implements, and stalls; isolation is critical to preventing spread of the virus. Proper biosecurity measures include extensive disinfection of surfaces and equipment that come in contact with affected horses.

Tawakoni

Texoma

Tadpole’s Marine

Prevention: Vaccinations are available to help prevent the respiratory and abortive form of EHV-1 and EHV-4; there is currently no vaccine labeled for the prevention of the neurologic form of EHV-1(EHM).

The best method of protection is always to maintain current vaccinations on all horses on

FARMING

YOUNG TRACTOR WORKS

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ROUND HAY HAULING Hauler holds 6 round bales. Call Dallas 903-744-4943.

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FISHING

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2630 N. Center Street • Bonham, TX 75418

AUCTIONS

BONHAM

BEST STORAGE

UNIT AUCTION!

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE

Wednesday, June 7th @ 8:00 am at 2624 N. Center St., Bonham, TX.

Self-storage unit(s) will be sold to satisfy landlord’s lien. Seller reserves the right to withdraw the property at any time before the sale. Unit contents sold for cash to highest bidder.

Property includes the unit contents belonging to the following tenants: Nikki Greathouse and Adrian Martinez.

EMPLOYMENT

FOREST GROVE CEMETERY

Accepting applications for Caretaker and Lawn Service. Contract Labor –Year round. Contact Brad Jones at 903-227-4975, email bjones@jonesranchcattle.com or mail resume information to PO Box 23, Telephone, TX 75488. Please reply by June 15, 2023.

CKJ TRANSPORT of Whitewright, TX is now hiring diesel mechanics-top pay, great benefits, call Jerri at 972-905-3578 or apply at www.ckjtransport.com

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

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

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.

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. Call Judy at 903505-0611.

DETAILER / PORTER

Needed for busy shop. 5 day work week, benifits include Health / Dental and Vacation. Call Driver’s Choice 903-640-9998.

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 1-800-289-6555 for more information.

GARAGE SALES

4 FAMILY HUGE GARAGE SALE!! Old and New 101 Horseshoe Bend, Leonard, TX 75452 May 24th, 25th, 26th, & 27th Wed., Thurs., Fri., & Sat. Lots of old Pyrex, huge collection of Hot Wheels, Nascar, diecast banks, collectibles of all kinds, Barbies, Beanie Babies, Precious Moments, toys, outside planters, miscellaneous wrought iron for outside, kids clothes (all kinds), shoes (new & used). Pictures, lamps, pillows, bedspreads, kitchen items, old and new jewelry, Bostitch 2HP air compressor (4.5 gal.), 1 gal. air compressor tank, antique sewing machine, lots of antiques. Too much to list. Come and Brouse!

MOVING/ESTATE SALE

Downsizing so almost everything must go!

Furniture, appliances, Christmas decor., kitchenware, jewelry, etc.

Sale inside and out at 649 FM 2815, Bonham, Starts Friday May 26th through the weekend, 9am - 5 pm. (located in Edhube, 2 doors south of Church)

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.

SALE

May 25th, 26th, 27th

Thursday - Saturday Bolts -nuts - washersScrews - dishes - antique lamps - saw and lots more. 1148 CR 2515

PRE ESTATE - GARAGE SALE

To wet for sale outdoors. Have bedroom furniture, compressor, lots of women clothes size small to xlarge, Fox motorcycle racing gear(new), lots of misc. Call me for private showing, set up in garage. 903271-8547, leave message.

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

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

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

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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.

RICKY V. GLASSCOCK Moores Chapel

Homecoming

Moores Chapel Homecoming June 11th, 2023 at 10:30

The Moores Chapel Cemetery Board will hold their annual homecoming celebration on Sunday, June 11th, service to begin at 11:00 AM at Moores Chapel Cemetery to honor our friends and loved ones who have passed. A service will be held followed by a short business meeting ending with

a potluck lunch. Everyone is asked to bring their favorite dish. Donations will be accepted during this time. All donations go toward the upkeep of the cemetery. Should you be unable to attend or wish to send a donation, please mail your donations to Christine Miller 5792 S FM 271 Bonham, Tx 75418.

Bonham Police Department

Press Release - On Sunday, May 14, 2023, at approximately 0100 hours, Bonham Police Officers responded to a missing persons call on Lake Bonham. A white male later identified as Colton Hamilton, of Bonham, had gone missing from a Kayak. Bonham police notified Texas Game Wardens who also reponded to the scene. The Fannin County Sheriff's office also assisted. After a lengthy search utilizing night vision, FLIR, drones and Sonar, Hamilton's body was recovered from the scene. Justice of the Peace Goodwater pronounced the victim deceased.

I was named after my uncle, Rex Ray who was a missionary to China 30 years. He visited Japan many times. He wrote American officials several times that Japan was preparing to have war with the United States. No one would listen until Pearl Harbor.

Paid for by Rex Ray

Belly Dance Basics returns to the Creative Arts Center this June with Drills & Props Series

Press Release - On Thursday June 1st, Belly Dance Basics with Michelle returns to the Creative Arts Center for the taste of belly dance you’ve been looking for! During this 4 week series, students meet at 6:00pm to practice Belly Dance Drills. We will work through a sampler platter of belly dance moves and work up a sweat. If you’re new to belly dance, this will be an introduction to basic moves. If you’ve taken classes before, this will be a chance to hone your technique with lots of repetition. Practice makes perfect and is also a great workout, so come show your skill or simply “follow the bouncing butt” to some uplifting beats. Each class will be a stand alone workout, so jump in and dance! Comfortable shoes, leggings or yoga pants and tanks or T-shirts are welcome. Come shimmy with us!

Community Notice

The Ector Carson Cemetery Annual Memorial will be held, May 28, 2023 at 2:30pm at the First Baptist Church, Ector, Texas. We have a fine musical program, will process of cemetery. Please attend if you can to honor your loved ones and friends who are buried there. Donations can be sent to Ector Carson Cemetery c/o Nancy Bellows, PO Box 237, Ector, Texas 75439-0237.

Fannin County Family Crisis Center

903-583-7694

24 Hour Hotline

903-583-7000

At 7:00pm, Michelle leads students in an introduction of a variety of props. If you’ve ever wondered, “How does she do that?” this class will teach you the secrets. From zills and veils to skirts and swords, we’ll take a peek into each belly dance prop and learn the do’s and don’ts to get you started. Bring your own if you have one, or just let us know if you need to borrow!

These are low impact classes suitable for all body types, and all levels are welcome to join us as we create art through movement. Each 4 week series, Drills and Props, is offered separately at $48 for members of the Creative Arts Center, or $60 series for Non-Members; discounts are available for those who wish to attend both 6pm and 7pm classes. Reservations are required; RSVP to BonArtCenter@gmail.com or 903-640-2196

Mark Twain

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Ricky V. Glasscock of Trenton, Texas passed away on May 13, 2023 at the age of 75. He was born on March 19, 1948 to Curtis Glasscock and Elfa Fay Norman in Bonham, Texas. Ricky married Donna Kaye Vaden on February 18, 1967 in Temple, Texas.

Ricky graduated from Trenton High School in 1966. He went on to serve as a medic in the Medical Section of the 6th Battalion, 9th Field Artillery in Giessen, Germany from 1968-1969 during the Vietnam War. During his time in the army, Ricky earned a Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal and Marksman M-14 designation. In November 1969, Ricky was assigned to an Individual Ready Reserve Control Group in the U.S. Army Reserve.

After returning home, he and his wife Donna worked for Collins Radio in Richardson, Texas for a brief period. Together, Ricky and Donna owned and operated Jack’s Wholesale Meat Company in Trenton for almost 40 years. Jack’s was purchased from the family in 1972 and in business until 2011. There, Ricky and Donna formed many relationships with customers and employees who became lifelong friends.

Ricky was active in serving his community in many ways. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Trenton. He also served as a volunteer fireman for the Trenton Volunteer Fire Department for over 30 years. Ricky was an Active Member Mason in Trenton Masonic Lodge #761 for 49 years. He received the Golden Trowel Award in 2012 and held various offices at the Trenton Lodge from 1975 through 2019. He enjoyed hunting, archery, fishing, attending sporting events, frying fish, smoking turkeys and briskets for holiday gatherings and dinner parties with friends and family.

Ricky is survived by daughters Lana Beeter of Colleyville, Texas, and Stacy Reed and husband, Jerry Bob of Ivanhoe, Texas; sister, Rose Lawrence of Trenton; sister-in-law Debbie Elk and James of Denison, grandchildren, Clayton and Jaclyn Beeter, Lily, Luke and Leo Wilson and Hadley and Truitt Spindle; nieces and nephews, Stephanie Hughes and husband, Eric, Andrew Vaden and wife, Ana, Angie Carpenter and husband Chris, JR Vaden, Kimberly Nunn and husband, Derrick, and Daniel Elk and wife, Kayley, Michael Pierce, Jason Pierce and Richard Glasscock; and many great nieces and nephews including Olson and Emerie Hughes. He is preceded in death by his wife, Donna K. Vaden; parents, Curtis Glasscock and Elfa Fay Norman; brothers Clay Sikes, Milton Glasscock and wife, Gayle.

The family received friends during a visitation on Tuesday, May 16, 2023 from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow Funeral Home chapel in Leonard, Texas. A graveside service was held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at Burns Cemetery, County Road 4602, Trenton, Texas.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to one of the following organizations that Ricky served and supported for many years:

- First Baptist Church of Trenton, Texas https://onrealm.org/trentonfbc/-/form/give/sunday

- Trenton Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.

404 W. Saunders St. Trenton, TX 75490

– Trenton Tx Masonic Lodge #761

404 W. Saunders St. c/o CapTex Bank Trenton, TX 75490

Or by check at any CapTex Bank location https://captex.bank/locations/

Never miss the chance to offer a sincere compliment.

It broke my heart to lose you, but you didn’t go alone. Part of me went with you, the day God took you home.

DONALD WAYNE PHILLIPS

Donald Wayne Phillips went to live with Jesus on May 13, 2023. Don was born on February 9, 1939 in Dodd City, Texas to parents Pearl Hopkins and Harless Phillips. He graduated from Bonham High School in 1958 and went on to marry his high school sweetheart Pam Ware on July 22, 1960. Hard work and determination was at the core of Don. His first job was at the age of 6 delivering newspapers. As a young man, his love for cars turned into a career where ultimately he became president and managing partner of his very own Chevrolet - Buick dealership. Don also took great pride serving on the Chevrolet Dealers council board. With a servants heart Don enjoyed being on the Chamber of Commerce, Master Mason for over 60 years, president of the Kawana’s Club, Jaycee member, and being on the finance committee at 7th and Main Baptist Church. He also volunteered with the Bonham Heart Association and Special Olympics. He championed the creation of Bonham Trade Days which is thriving and still in existence today. Don’s passion for flying led to him getting his pilot’s license. Bright and early on weekend mornings you would find him taking to the sky. When he wasn’t in the air he was on his tractor or enjoying his small herd of Brangus cattle. Don never met a stranger and loved everyone he met. Some of his favorite times were spent telling stories or jokes with his Coffee Club friends. Don will be forever loved and missed by all who knew him.

He is preceded in death by parents, Pearl Evans and Harless Phillips, sister, Ginger Powell and great grandson Dawson Sewell. Don is survived by wife, Pam Phillips of 63 years, daughters, Donna Thomas and husband Terry, Kelly Swayne and husband David, grandchildren, Taylor Sewell and husband Clay, Zach Thomas, Tanner Swayne and wife Krys, Garrett Swayne and wife Sydney, six great grandchildren, sisters, Judy Phillips and husband Rocky, Patti Stone and husband Talmadge, brother, Larry Phillips and wife Deborah, along with many nieces, nephews and cousins. The family was joined on May 18, 2023 for a graveside service at Carson Cemetery starting at 10:00am.

COLTON CHAD HAMILTON

Colton Chad Hamilton passed away unexpectedly on May 14, 2023. The only thing that brings great comfort during this time is knowing that Colton was on the lake doing exactly what he loved - fishing with friends.

Colton Chad Hamilton was born on December 30, 1994 to Philip Hamilton and Cynthia Booth in Denison, Texas. Colton was larger than life. He rarely met a stranger and he would give the shirt off his back to anyone in need. Colton had a passion for the great outdoors. He could always be found with a rod in his hand or under the hood of a car. Just knowing Colton made you a better person. He was the light in the darkness, the sun breaking through the storm, the giver of hope. Colton was a man that left his mark on the world. He touched the lives of everyone he met and has left a beautiful legacy for his three children to carry on. Our hearts will never be the same without our rock-solid husband, father, son and friend. To know Colton was to love him. So if you see a 1983 Chevy square body going down the road know Colton is smiling from above.

Colton is preceded in death by a son, Xadryan Ernst, grandparents, Tommy and Wanda Harrison, Harold Hamilton, Randy Booth Sr., uncles, Steve Hamilton and Randy Booth Jr. Those left to carry on his legacy, wife, Cariann Hamilton, sons, Xadyn Ernst and Kamdyn Trunzler, daughter, Amiliya Hamilton, father, Philip Hamilton, mother, Cynthia McEuen and husband Bobby, brothers, Aaron Hamilton, Dylan Hamilton and wife Sylvia, Tatum Creed, sister, Payton Foreman and husband Jared, uncle CoCo, along with numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. The family was joined on May 19, 2023 at 2:00pm in the chapel of Wise Funeral Home to celebrate and honour the life of Colton. Visitation was prior to service starting at 12:00pm.

“It can’t rain all the time”

CALVARY UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH

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

Where: 1190 Hwy 56 W. Bonham.

Pastor: Steven Luton, 903-583-4346

12-18-18

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.

The Majority Does Not Rule

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

We live in a society where the majority rules. We call it a democracy. Many feel that the popular opinion gets to decide on salvation, morality, and religion. Jesus said “Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it” (Matthew 7:13-14). The numbers of the Bible should teach us an important lesson.

Satan uses numbers against us. God, through Moses, gives the Israelites a powerful warning by proclaiming “Thou shalt not follow a multitude to do evil” (Exodus 23:2). In the New Testament, It is declared that “we dare not make ourselves of the number, or compare ourselves with some

that commend themselves: but they measuring themselves by themselves, and comparing themselves among themselves, are not wise” (2 Corinthians 10:12).

Noah followed God. Moses declared “Thus did Noah; according to all that God commanded him, so did he” (Genesis 6:22). It was not popular, but Noah “moved with fear, prepared an ark to the saving of his house” (Hebrews 11:7).

All of humanity turned their back on the teaching of Noah, though he was “a preacher of righteousness” (2 Peter 2:5). Only “eight souls were saved by water” (1 Peter 3:20).

Lot, Abraham’s nephew, stood against wickedness and “the men of the city, even the men of Sodom, compassed the house round, both old and young, all the people from every quarter” (Genesis 19:4). Though the Sodomites yelled “we deal worse with thee, than with them,” purposed to “to break the door,” (Genesis

Fannin County

19:9), and were in the majority, they were unrighteous. Solomon pinned the message “Though hand join in hand, the wicked shall not be unpunished” (Proverbs 11:21).

On mount Carmel, Elijah challenged the children of Israel to choose between the Lord and Baal, a false god. “Elijah unto the people, I, even I only, remain a prophet of the LORD; but Baal's prophets are four hundred and fifty men” (1 Kings 8:22). Elijah prayed “that this people may know that thou art the LORD God, and that thou hast turned their heart back again” (1 Kings 18:37). Elijah was outnumbered four hundred and fifty to one. But God said yes to the one.

It is never about being popular or having the crowd on your side. It is about being on the side of right and truth. It is about being on the Lord’s side. Paul emphasized “WHAT SHALL WE THEN SAY TO THESE THINGS? IF GOD BE FOR US, WHO CAN BE AGAINST US?” (Romans 8:31).

Sunday Morning Retake

“For the Praying Mother”

Hello everyone!

Are You A Christian?

The Bible tells us in Proverbs 22:6, “Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” I am very thankful that my mother took this to heart with my sisters and I. She would pray for us day in and day out. She went home to be with the Lord in May of 2008, and not a day goes by that I don’t think about her. In the years leading up to her passing, she did home health for several people, and she loved each of her clients like they were her own family. That kind of love should never be taken for granted.

Do you serve God?

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

I feel led to go in a different direction this week. One of my favorite songwriters is Squire Parsons. He wrote this song in the early 1980s about a childhood friend that he grew up with. This young man was part of a good Christian home, and his mother constantly prayed for him. Sadly, he got upset with hearing her

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

prayers and left home. He got on his motorcycle and rode as far away as he could. Along the way he kept hearing her prayers in his head. He knew then what he had to do. He pulled over on the side of the road, and accepted Jesus as his Savior that night. He rode to the nearest phone he could get to, and this is what he said.

days are over now, those sleepless nights are past. All those prayers that you have prayed so long are answered now at last. For I’m not the boy that I used to be. Mama, you can sleep tonight, for I’ve found Jesus. Now everything’s alright.”

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.

Christian

Assembly of God

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

Baptist

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

Ivanhoe Baptist Church 4063 NO.FM 273

Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 (903)583-2359

Joyful Light Baptist Church 4695 FM 2645

Savoy, TX 75418 903-436-5440

Lamasco Baptist Church 346 CR 2615

Telephone, Texas 75488 903-664-2454

Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 1409 W. Market St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 (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

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

Congregational

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

Episcopal

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

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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

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 (903) 217-7665

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

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

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

Grove Hill Methodist Church 5501 FM 1553 Leonard, TX 75452

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

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

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

Don't Like Religion?

“Hello, mama. I just called to tell you, all those prayers that you prayed for me, they were not in vain. You see, something happened tonight while traveling down this dusty road.

I thought that you should be the first to know that I am not the same. All those dreary

If you’re looking for 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

Road Rage Rudeness Hatefulness

Division

Romans 12:18

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

blindness of their heart:

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

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

Romans 12:18 recognizes that while we can’t control everything, we should try our best to seek peace. For instance, you can’t control someone else’s anger or vitriol, but you can control yourself. By controlling our words, our actions, and our conduct, we can encourage peace rather than discord. For example, as believers, we should purposely avoid provoking strife or fighting. Include and make time for GOD this Sunday

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

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

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

Church of Christ

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

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

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

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 Christ - 403 W. Main St. Honey Grove, 903-227-2606 SR Church P.C.G. 1850 S HWY 121 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 640-3025

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

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

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

AFFORDABLE STUMP GRINDING

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

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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.”

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.

A & A HANDYMAN SERVICE

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

BUDGET STUMP REMOVAL

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

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE:

Contents of the following units located at 708 Crockett Wolfe City TX 75496 will be sold to the highest bidder if rent is not paid in full within 15 days of this publication. Unit #17 Jeremy Malone & Unit #96 James Doyle.

REAL ESTATE

PINE RUN APARTMENTS

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

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Are you in the Buffer Zone or a Floodplain?

Fannin CAD has a wonderful interactive Map on their web site; https://www.fannincad.org/ Use the “Map Contents Box” to show overlays of: FEMA flood zones. Bois d’Arc Lake. Bois d’Arc lake 5,000ft Buffer & the Zoning Parcels for Bois d’Arc Lake. If you have any questions please call us, we are here to help.

Development Services

Di Hopkins 903-449-4220 (Culverts, Lake Zoning, Subdivisions & Rental Communities)

Texoma Housing Partners is seeking to purchase one (1) dump trailer and four (4) enclosed landscape trailers. Bids will be accepted until 10:00 a.m., June 5, 2023, at which time all bids will be opened. For bid specifications, email wbush@texomahousing.org or for call 903-6402042.

LEGAL NOTICE

5/23/23

Pro Auto 903-583-5767

103 N. Main St. Bonham, TX 75418

VSF License # 0549592

An abandoned 1981 Kawasaki motorcycle was towed from US 69, 1.5 miles E. of SH 121 and is currently impounded at our facility. The current charges are $260.00 and will accrue daily. The owner can retrieve this vehicle with proof of ownership:(Tittle or MSO with VIN) Owners rights can be found at: www.tdlr.texas.gov

EMPLOYMENT NOTICE

5/23/23

Leonard I.S.D. is seeking individuals who may be interested in applying for a School Bus Driver. Must have Class B CDL License with School Bus and Passenger Endorsements. Applications are available at Leonard I.S.D. Administration, #1 Tiger Alley, Leonard, Texas. For information regarding this position, please contact Bobby Hanson at 903-587-4015

The Fannin County Special Education office will be destroying records from the 2016 school year. Please contact Judy Baker at 903-583-5528, Ext. 3500 if you are interested in getting your records. The deadline for obtaining this information is June 5, 2023.

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Public Service Announcement: Fair Housing, It’s the Law

5/23/23

To promote fair housing practices, The City of Bonham encourages potential homeowners and renters to be aware of their rights under the National Fair Housing Law. Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, as amended, prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status or national origin in the sale or rental of units in the housing market. For more information on fair housing or to report possible fair housing discrimination, call the Texas Workforce Commission at (888) 4524778 or (512) 463-2642 TTY: 512-371-7473.

Policy of Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability

The City of Bonham does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or employment in, its federally assisted programs or activities. The Mayor has been designated to coordinate compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements contained in the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) regulations implementing Section 504 (24 CFR Part 8).

Citizen Participation & Grievance Procedures Notice

The City of Bonham has adopted complaint and grievance procedures regarding its Texas Community Development Block Grant Programs (TxCDBG). Citizens may obtain a copy of these written procedures at 514 Chestnut Street Bonham, TX, 75418 during regular business hours. Citizens may also request the procedures be mailed to them by calling the Mayor, Civil Rights Officer at (903) 583-7555 x114. These procedures outline the steps for a citizen to follow if s/he wishes to file a complaint or grievance about TxCDBG activities. A person who has a complaint or grievance about any services or activities with respect to the TxCDBG project, may during regular business hours submit such complaint or grievance, in writing to the City Secretary, at 514 Chestnut Street, Bonham, TX 75418 or may call (903) 583-7555 x114. The City of Bonham will make every effort to respond fully to such complaints within fifteen (15) working days where practicable.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The City of Bonham does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Anuncios de servicio público para vivienda justa, política de política de no discriminación por motivos de discapacidad, participación ciudadana y procedimientos de quejas e igualdad de oportunidades en el empleo. Comuníquese con La Ciudadal (903) 583-7555 x114 si desea interpretaciones orales gratuitas de estos documentos.

2. 8:35am Amendment Text changes to include: Add omitted specific use permitting to multiple sections, 1.09 property owner liability for court costs in violations & 8.01 resubmittal of zoning application. Change 3.03 minimum front setbacks from 15ft to 50ft. Remove 5.01 OSSF requirements.

Mulberry Cemetery Association

NEWS RELEASE

MAY 2023

The Mulberry Cemetery Association will hold their annual Memorial Day and Homecoming service on Sunday, May 28, 2023. Lunch will be served at 12:00 Noon at the Cemetery Pavilion. Those attending are asked to bring their favorite dish or dishes, drinks

are provided by the Association. The service is held each year to honor relatives and friends buried at the Cemetery.

A business meeting will be conducted following lunch with President, Derrell Hall Presiding. Everyone is encouraged to come early and stay after the business meeting for visitation.

Thru your donations we are

able to keep the Cemetery beautiful and in well kept Condition. We are very proud of our Mulberry Cemetery. If you are unable to attend the service or wish to make a donation to the Cemetery, please mail your donation to Mulberry Cemetery Association, PO Box 23, Ravenna, TX 75476.

All interested citizens of the County are invited to attend and participate in the public hearing. Please check Fannin County’s website under Upcoming Meetings (www.co.fannin.tx.us) up to 72 Hours prior for more details. For additional info & official protest forms, contact Development Services at 903-449-4220. Any protests must be received by Development Services before 2:00pm on Tuesday June 6, 2023. Responses received after that time shall not be counted in the record response. The protest shall state the reason for the protest, list the address of the property or contain a legal description of the property on behalf of which the protest is made, and must be signed by the owner of the property. Zoning Regulations & info are on the development Services web site: www.co.fannin.tx.us/page/fannin.developmentservices

Creative Arts Center’s “Wine & Cake”

Paint Party at Neighbors Place Winery!

Press Release - Who doesn’t love some wine and cake?! Join Executive Director Jennifer Wilson at Neighbor’s Place Winery on Saturday June 3rd from 2pm-4pm as we use our derrieres to create original works of art! Participants will cover the backside of

Early Notice and Public Review of a Proposed Activity in a 100-Year Floodplain

To: All interested Agencies, Groups and Individuals on 5/23/2023: This is to give notice that the City of Bonham has determined that the following proposed action under the Community Development Block Grant Program administered by the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) City of Bonham CDV21-0035 Waste Water Treatment Plant (WWTP) Rehabilitation project, is located in the 100-year floodplain, and the City will be identifying and evaluating practicable alternatives to locating the action in the floodplain and the potential impacts on the floodplain from the proposed action, as required by Executive Order 11988, in accordance with HUD regulations at 24 CFR 55.20 Subpart C Procedures for Making Determinations on Floodplain Management and Protection of Wetlands. The City of Bonham proposes a WWTP Rehabilitation project, including Administrative and Engineering fees and services, to install sludge handling equipment and foundations; UV System bulbs, quartz sleeves, and wiper seals replacement; two (2) new eight-inch (8 “) gate valves; two (2) new eight-inch (8”) check valves; yard piping adjustments; improve the roads to all-weather access roads, and all other associated appurtenances. All proposed activities will occur at the City of Bonham WWTP located at the City’s western edge on the north side of Seven Oaks Road in Bonham, Fannin County, Texas. According to FEMA Panel No. 48147C0360C effective date 2/18/2011, the project shall include activities within approximately 5.0 acres of the 100-year floodplain (Zone A). The natural and beneficial functions and values of the floodplain potentially affected by the proposed activity include floodwater storage and conveyance, groundwater recharge, erosion control, surface water quality maintenance, biological productivity, fish and wildlife habitats, harvest for wild & cultivated products, recreational, educational, scientific, historic, and cultural opportunities. There are three primary purposes for this notice: (1) People who may be affected by activities in floodplains and those who have an interest in the protection of the natural environment should be given an opportunity to express their concerns and provide information about these areas. Commenters are encouraged to offer alternative sites outside of the floodplain, alternative methods to serve the same project purpose, and methods to minimize and mitigate impacts; (2) An adequate public notice program can be an important public educational tool. The dissemination of information and request for public comment about floodplains can facilitate and enhance Federal efforts to reduce the risks and impacts associated with the occupancy and modification of these special areas; and (3) As a matter of fairness, when the Federal government determines it will participate in actions taking place in floodplains, it must inform those who may be put at greater or continued risk. Written comments must be received on or before 6/8/2023 by the City of Bonham at 514 Chestnut Street, Bonham, TX 75418, (903) 583-7555. Attention: H. L. Compton, Mayor. A full description of the project may also be reviewed during regular business hours at the same address. Comments may also be submitted via email to h.stockton@cityofbonham.org CC: sean.martineau@grantworks.net.

Notificación Temprana y Revisión Pública de una Actividad Propuesta en una Llanura de Inundación de 100 Años

Para: Todas las agencias, grupos e individuos interesados el 23/5/2023: Esto es para notificar que la Ciudad de Bonham ha determinado que la siguiente acción propuesta bajo el Programa de Subsidios en Bloque para el Desarrollo Comunitario administrado por el Departamento de Agricultura de Texas (TDA) El proyecto de rehabilitación de la planta de tratamiento de aguas residuales (WWTP, por sus siglas en inglés) CDV21-0035 de la ciudad de Bonham está ubicado en la llanura aluvial de 100 años, y la ciudad identificará y evaluará alternativas viables para ubicar la acción en la llanura aluvial y los impactos potenciales en la llanura aluvial de la acción propuesta, según lo requiere la Orden Ejecutiva 11988, de acuerdo con las regulaciones de HUD en 24 CFR 55.20 Subparte C Procedimientos para tomar determinaciones sobre el manejo de llanuras aluviales y la protección de humedales. La ciudad de Bonham propone un proyecto de rehabilitación de la PTAR, incluidos los honorarios y servicios administrativos y de ingeniería, para instalar cimientos y equipos de manejo de lodos; Reemplazo de las bombillas del sistema UV, las fundas de cuarzo y los sellos limpiadores; dos (2) válvulas de compuerta nuevas de ocho pulgadas (8”); dos (2) válvulas de retención nuevas de ocho pulgadas (8”); ajustes de tuberías de jardín; mejorar los caminos a los caminos de acceso para todo clima y todos los demás accesorios asociados. Todas las actividades propuestas se llevarán a cabo en la WWTP de la ciudad de Bonham ubicada en el borde occidental de la ciudad en el lado norte de Seven Oaks Road en Bonham, condado de Fannin, Texas. De acuerdo con el Panel N.º 48147C0360C de FEMA, con fecha de vigencia del 18/02/2011, el proyecto incluirá actividades dentro de aproximadamente 5,0 acres de la llanura aluvial de 100 años (Zona A). Las funciones y valores naturales y beneficiosos de la llanura aluvial potencialmente afectada por la actividad propuesta incluyen el almacenamiento y transporte de aguas de inundación, la recarga de aguas subterráneas, el control de la erosión, el mantenimiento de la calidad del agua superficial, la productividad biológica, los hábitats de peces y vida silvestre, la cosecha de productos silvestres y cultivados, la recreación, oportunidades educativas, científicas, históricas y culturales. Hay tres propósitos principales para este aviso: (1) Las personas que pueden verse afectadas por las actividades en las llanuras aluviales y aquellos que tienen interés en la protección del medio ambiente natural deben tener la oportunidad de expresar sus preocupaciones y proporcionar información sobre estas áreas. Se alienta a los comentaristas a ofrecer sitios alternativos fuera de la llanura aluvial, métodos alternativos para cumplir el mismo propósito del proyecto y métodos para minimizar y mitigar los impactos; (2) Un programa de aviso público adecuado puede ser una herramienta educativa pública importante. La difusión de información y la solicitud de comentarios públicos sobre las llanuras aluviales pueden facilitar y mejorar los esfuerzos federales para reducir los riesgos e impactos asociados con la ocupación y modificación de estas áreas especiales; y (3) como una cuestión de equidad, cuando el gobierno federal determina que participará en acciones que se lleven a cabo en las llanuras aluviales, debe informar a quienes puedan correr un riesgo mayor o continuo. Los comentarios escritos deben recibirse el 8/6/2023 o antes en la ciudad de Bonham en 514 Chestnut Street, Bonham, TX 75418, (903) 583-7555. Atención: H. L. Compton, Alcalde. También se puede revisar una descripción completa del proyecto durante el horario comercial habitual en la misma dirección. Los comentarios también pueden enviarse por correo electrónico a h.stockton@cityofbonham.org CC: sean.martineau@grantworks.net.

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Notice of TWO (2) Public Hearings before the Lake Ralph Hall Zoning Commission

Notice is hereby given that the Lake Ralph Hall Zoning Commission of Fannin County, Texas will hold TWO (2) public hearings on Thursday, June 8, 2023, at the Ladonia City Hall, 100 Center Plaza, Ladonia, TX 75449, TX. The Lake Zoning Commission will consider:

1. 5:20pm Change of Zoning: From no zoning to AG, all the currently un-zoned Lake Ralph Hall Shoreline properties.

2. 5:25pm Amendment Text changes to include: Add omitted specific use permitting to multiple sections, 1.09 property owner liability for court costs in violations & 8.01 resubmittal of zoning application. Change 3.03 minimum front setbacks from 15ft to 50ft. Remove 5.01 OSSF requirements.

All interested citizens of the County are invited to attend and participate in the public hearing. Please check Fannin County’s website under Upcoming Meetings (www.co.fannin.tx.us) up to 72 Hours prior for more details. For additional info & official protest forms, contact Development Services at 903-449-4220. Any protests must be received by Development Services before 2:00pm on Tuesday June 6, 2023. Responses received after that time shall not be counted in the record response. The protest shall state the reason for the protest, list the address of the property or contain a legal description of the property on behalf of which the protest is made, and must be signed by the owner of the property. Zoning Regulations & info are on the development Services web site: www.co.fannin.tx.us/page/fannin.developmentservices

Notice of TWO (2) Public Hearings before the Commissioners Court

Notice is hereby given that the Commissioners Court of Fannin County, Texas will hold TWO (2) public hearings on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at the Fannin County Court House, 101 E Sam Rayburn Dr. Bonham, TX. The Commissioners Court will consider:

1. 8:30am Change of Zoning: From no zoning to AG, all the currently un-zoned Lake Ralph Hall Shoreline properties.

2. 8:35am Amendment Text changes to include: Add omitted specific use permitting to multiple sections, 1.09 property owner liability for court costs in violations & 8.01 resubmittal of zoning application. Change 3.03 minimum front setbacks from 15ft to 50ft. Remove 5.01 OSSF requirements.

All interested citizens of the County are invited to attend and participate in the public hearing. Please check Fannin County’s website under Upcoming Meetings (www.co.fannin.tx.us) up to 72 Hours prior for more details. For additional info & official protest forms, contact Development Services at 903-449-4220. Any protests must be received by Development Services before 2:00pm on Tuesday June 6, 2023. Responses received after that time shall not be counted in the record response. The protest shall state the reason for the protest, list the address of the property or contain a legal description of the property on behalf of which the protest is made, and must be signed by the owner of the property. Zoning Regulations & info are on the development Services web site: www.co.fannin.tx.us/page/fannin.developmentservices

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Notice of TWO (2) Public Hearings before the Lake Ralph Hall Zoning Commission

Notice is hereby given that the Lake Ralph Hall Zoning Commission of Fannin County, Texas will hold TWO (2) public hearings on Thursday, June 8, 2023, at the Ladonia City Hall, 100 Center Plaza, Ladonia, TX 75449, TX. The Lake Zoning Commission will consider:

1. 5:20pm Change of Zoning: From no zoning to AG, all the currently un-zoned Lake Ralph Hall Shoreline properties.

2. 5:25pm Amendment Text changes to include: Add omitted specific use permitting to multiple sections, 1.09 property owner liability for court costs in violations & 8.01 resubmittal of zoning application. Change 3.03 minimum front setbacks from 15ft to 50ft. Remove 5.01 OSSF requirements.

All interested citizens of the County are invited to attend and participate in the public hearing. Please check Fannin County’s website under Upcoming Meetings (www.co.fannin.tx.us) up to 72 Hours prior for more details. For additional info & official protest forms, contact Development Services at 903-449-4220. Any protests must be received by Development Services before 2:00pm on Tuesday June 6, 2023. Responses received after that time shall not be counted in the record response. The protest shall state the reason for the protest, list the address of the property or contain a legal description of the property on behalf of which the protest is made, and must be signed by the owner of the property. Zoning Regulations & info are on the development Services web site: www.co.fannin.tx.us/page/fannin.developmentservices

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