5-28-24 Leader E-Edition

By Margo McCutcheon, Educator, Sam Rayburn House State

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a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Each day is full of crafts, physical activity, and fun with a 1950s twist! Learn how to make modernist art and comic strips; discover binary code and how to extract DNA from a strawberry; help the Rayburn family fix up their farm; and much more!

Camp Schedule ● June 26: Unleash Your Inner Artist ● June 27: From Archaeology to Space o Special Guest Speakers: Dr.

Mike Durbin, Duncan Berry, and the Fannin County Amateur Radio Club ● June 28: Fix the Farm Activities are appropriate for children ages 8 to 12. Space is limited to 12 children each day. The cost for the camp is $25 per day, or $60 for all three days. Children may be dropped off, or accompanied by a parent or guardian. All campers must register before June 12, 2024. Contact the Sam Rayburn House to register your child – email us at Sam-Rayburn-House@ thc.texas.gov or call us at (903) 583-5558 to complete the reg-

istration form. There are legal and medical releases that need to be signed before the registration deadline as well. You may also visit us at 890 W. State Hwy 56 in Bonham, TX, to pick up any forms you need. Contact us today to ensure your child can take part in this summer camp opportunity at the Sam Rayburn House!

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Distinguished Service Award for the Fannin County Historical Commission

Press Release - The Fannin County Historical Commission has received a Distinguished Service Award for its work in 2023 from the Texas Historical Commission.

The Fannin County Historical Commission is a group of volunteers who are passionate about Fannin County History. The Commission is appointed by the Fannin County Judge and the current members are: Larry Standlee (President), Malinda Allison, Stacie Flood, Barbara McCutcheon, Margo McCutcheon, Mart Means, Audrey Rayford and

The Ladies Professional Networking Group of Fannin County donate baskets

Tom Thornton.

The Commission has an office at the east end of the old Texas & Pacific Railroad depot. It promotes the awareness of the history of Fannin County, oversees the histori-

cal marker program, inventories cemeteries, responds to requests from citizens and is a participant in Bonham’s heritage tourism program. The Commission’s website is www.fannincountyhistory. org.

The Commission usually meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at its office, and the meetings are open to the public. Anyone interested in being part of the Commission should leave a message at 903-583-5947.

BONHAM SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER MENU

Monday 5-27-24 - Beef Meatballs w/ Brown Gravy, Pasta Florentine, Herbed Green Beaans, Texas Bread, Fresh Fruit, 2% Milk

Tuesday 5-28-24 - Turkey Breast w/ Gravy, Lima Beans, Garlic Parmesan Cauliflower, Dinner Roll, Lemon Bisque Bar, 2% Milk

Wednesday 5-29-24 - Steakhouse Beef, Garlic Whipped Potatoes, Broccoli, Dinner Roll, Caramel Brownie, 2% Milk

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

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

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

History, noun : Fort Lyday

Directions: From Ladonia, take FM 64 east 4 miles to FM 904; then north on FM 904 for 4 miles to right of way.

Marker Text: Early Texas Pioneer Isaac Lyday built a fort in this area soon after settling here in 1836. The compound, located 75 mi. E and .5 mi. N. of the old Lyday crossing on the North Sulphur River, consisted of living quarters, storerooms, and a large community well. Many local families gathered inside the Fort during Indian raids. Due to an increase in these raids, the area was almost abandoned by Anglo settlers until Texas Ranger Captain William B. Stout arrived in 1838 to organize a Ranger force. Lyday was elected captain of the Company and served until 1839. Fort Lyday continued to shelter settlers until the raids subsided ca. 1843, and the fort was eventually abandoned.

The new future executive director Amanda McDonald and Legal Advocate Lindsey Burke of The Fannin County Family Crisis Center were presented with 20 "baskets" filled with necessities, inspirational gifts and just plain fun. The baskets and all the items in them were donated from The Ladies Professional Networking Group of Fannin County. The idea sprang from wanting to give the Center something to brighten up the day of women and show them caring and support. Courtesy photo.

Thursday 5-30-24 - Crele Chicken, Cajun Rice, Okra & Tomatoes, Cornbread, Fresh Banana, 2% Milk, Margarine

Friday 5-31-24 - Beef Goulash, Tuscany Vegetable Blend, Brussels Sprouts, Dinner Roll, Cherry Gelatin, 2% Milk 210 E. 6th St., Bonham, TX • Phone 903-583-8573

Historical Article - Savoy, Texas

The Holton RecorderTribute Newspaper , Holton, Kansas, June 10, 1880

Submitted by Betty Smith

The tiny village of Savoy, Fannin Co. Texas, on the Transcontinental Railroad was almost literally wiped away by a tornado on the night of the 28th of May, 1880. Nine

persons were killed and over sixty were injured, some ten or twelve of the latter having died within a few hours afterward. The village contained a population of about 400. The only buildings of any account left standing are the Houston Methodist Church and the Academy, the latter of which was transformed into a hospital for the wounded. Some nineteen business buildings, in-

cluding the Railroad Depot was almost totally demolished. The list of the killed is as follows: Dr. Joseph Kearns, William Sudduth, E. L. Andrews and child, Sam Gill, Ellie Gallagher, T. J. Cox, Miss Mattie Best, Miss Pantha Johnson. The more seriously wounded are Mrs. McKee, Edna, Robert and Sam McKee, Ema John, Ollord Horn, Mrs. Dr. Kearns, F. W. Foster, Prof. Holland's daughter, Hattie Johnson, Robert Johnson, Robert Gallagher

Kidz Krew Auditions at the Creative Arts Center

Press Release - The Creative Arts Center in Bonham is excited to announce that Kidz Krew is coming back. Open auditions will be held on May 28 & 29 from 4-6 pm for the Kidz Krew production of “The Magnificent Seven.” This play was written by Lisa Avila, former director of Kidz Krew and the Creative Arts Center.

Kelly Baxter will be the director. Actors and tech crew positions are open for kids ages 6 and up. Students should

be able to read and follow directions. There is no charge to participate. Most practices will be from 4-6 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays in June and July. Performances are set for July 19-21 and July 2527. Additional information is available on the center’s website, including audition forms and audition sign ups. https:// creativeartscenterbonham.org/ events/kidz-krew/ The Center is also offering art camp the week of June 10-14

This classic recipe features tender, flavorful meatballs simmered in a rich and creamy gravy. An easy 30 minute dinner the whole family will love.

SWEDISH MEATBALLS SERVED with EGG NOODLES

For The Meatballs:

1 lb. ground beef

⅓ c. finely chopped onion

½ c. plain panko breadcrumbs

1 large egg

1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce

¼ tsp black pepper

1 tsp. salt

1 tsp. garlic powder

2 tsp. chopped fresh parsley For The Gravy:

3 Tbsp. all purpose flour

3 Tbsp. butter

3 c. beef broth

1 tsp. soy sauce

½ c. heavy cream

1 tsp. salt

1 tsp. black pepper

1 tsp. paprika

1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce

1-2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley

12 oz. egg noodles, cooked according to package directions

In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, onion, panko breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, salt, garlic powder and 2 tsp. parsley until well combined. Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs.

In a large skillet over mediumhigh heat, heat the olive oil. Cook the meatballs for 5-7 minutes, turning frequently, until browned on all sides. Transfer to a plate and set aside. In the same skillet, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute until until pasty. Gradually whisk in the beef broth, then add the soy sauce, heavy cream, salt, pepper, paprika and Worcestershire sauce. Bring

and wife, Mrs. William Sudduth, Mrs. Dennis Horn, Mrs. M. I. Taylor. A number of these have since died.

PS: Mr. and Mrs. William Sudduth are both buried at Sunnyside Cemetery. Don't understand how as the deed to the Cemetery says 1904. There is a saying in Savoy - " Twas in the year of 1880 on the 28th of May, that a tornado hit Savoy and blowed it all away."

Life is a dance. Don't sit it out.

and theatre camp the week of Aug 5-9. Art classes for kids of all ages are also available at the Center. Some classes are free and others have fees. A limited number of scholarships are available too. For more information, go to: https:// creativeartscenterbonham. org/classes/ or call (903) 6402196. The Center is located at 200 W 5th in Bonham and open Tuesday – Friday 10 am to 5 pm and Saturdays from 10 am to noon.

to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Return the meatballs to the gravy and gently stir to coat. Let simmer for 2-3 minhutes until heated through. Serve the meatballs and gravy over the cooked egg noodles. Garnish with chopped parsley.

Tip: Do not overmix the meatball mixture. Gently mix just until combined so they hold together. Over mixing develops gluten for dense, tough meatballs. Also, wet your hands before rolling and this prevents the meat from sticking to you. I also love this dish over cooked rice.

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

in the district for the week starting May 20, 2024.

Fannin County: FM 274, from SH 78 to FM 1753. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway to an overall width of 26 feet. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone. During the project there will be road closures at the Cottonwood Creek bridge and the Sandy Creek bridge as the contractor replaces the existing bridge. Message boards will be placed in advance of the road closures to alert local traffic of the upcoming closure.

CR 4020 at Caney Creek. CR 4020 at Caney Creek is closed to through traffic to allow for replacement of the bridge. During the closure traffic is asked to use CR 4025 as a detour.

FM 68, from SH 78 to FM 271. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway to an overall width of 28 feet. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

SH 78, from US 82 to the Oklahoma State line. Watch for daytime shoulder closures and occasional lane closures as workers install sloped-end treatments on drainage structures and replace bridge rail and guardrail.

FM 100, from SH 56 to FM 2216. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

FM 271, from SH 78 to FM 68. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

Recreational Road 3, from FM 273 to CR 2610. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews perform blade leveling on the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

FM 2554, from FM 273 to CR 2125. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews perform blade leveling on the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

Park Road 34, from FM 273 to CR 2025. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews perform blade leveling on the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

FM 1743, from SH 56 to US 82. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews perform blade leveling on the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

Fannin County Commissioners Court – Matters of Interest

By Rose Schwartz

Tuesday, May 21, 2024, Fan-

nin County Judge Newt Cunningham called to order at

9:00 a.m. the Regular Meeting of the Fannin County Commissioners Court. Quorum was established with County Judge and all County Commis-

threats of legal harassment made to any county

sioners, except for Commissioner Magness, present. The Invocation was led by Judge Cunningham with the Pledges led by Naval Veteran Larry Standlee. There were no Introductions.

5. Public Forum: Resident of Tulip, Molly Hayes, reminded everyone of the Primary RunOff Election with early voting

of one’s character

continuing through Friday the 24th and the election day being Tuesday the 28th. She also advised polling location for the cities of Ivanhoe and Ravenna had been combined and those not sure where to vote, should check the paper for the correct polling site. Judge Cunningham then gave an update on the matter of a public records request made by Steve Bergenholtz that was discussed during the May 7th Commissioners Court meeting (agenda item 15). He read correspondence he had sent on the 13th to Mr. Bergenholtz in response to his records request where he noted approval of applications for septic permits are not guaranteed to any applicant and issued a word of caution to him regarding

employees or government officials. Judge Cunningham then read Mr. Bergenholtz’s lengthy response before concluding by noting that laws and rules need to be applied equally across the board to everyone, without regard to person. Any interested in the entire content of the communications may go to the County Commissioners Court site that can be found on the County’s website.

ROUTINE ITEMS:

6. Approve payment of bills – County Auditor: Fannin County Auditor Alicia Whipple noted the bills were $171,709.02 after which Commissioner Self made the motion to approve with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed.

AUTO REPAIR

7. Emergency Medical Services report for April 2024

– Scott Ridling, Fire Chief: Bonham Fire Chief Scott Ridling reported there had been 394 calls with 287 of those calls resulting in transport to a medical facility. Also noted was the department will be fully staffed in two weeks when the most recent trainee/ hire starts work. Some discussion followed.

DISCUSSION ITEMS:

8. Presentation of 2023 Distinguished Service Award to the Fannin County Historical Commission – County Judge: Judge Cunningham commended Larry Standlee, Malinda Allison, Tom Thornton, Margot McCutcheon and Mart Means of the Fannin County Historical Commission for all they do before presenting the 2023 Award to them.

9. Discussion regarding request for holding Farmers Market at the Courthouse –County Judge: This item was passed on.

DISCUSSION, CONSIDERATION AND ACTION ITEMS:

10. Discussion and possible action regarding inserting water gap for the fence to be replaced on CR 3210 over Bullard Creek due to the TxDOT bridge construction; Memorandum of Agreement for easement signed on 08/10/2023 – County Judge for Paul Wolter: County resident Paul Wolter who had given the County easement of his land, spoke to give reasons why he believes the county should pay for a water gap on his property. A discussion ensued after his presentation which led to Commissioner Kopf making the motion to not approve the request with Commissioner Self seconding the motion which passed with Judge Cunningham abstaining from the vote.

11. Approve Order allowing for the sale of fireworks for Memorial Day beginning May 22, 2024 and ending at midnight May 27, 2024 –County Judge: A motion was made by Commissioner Self to approve with Commissioner McQueen seconding the motion which passed.

12. Approve Agreement with Quadient, Inc. leasing two postage meters; $246.42 per month for 60 months – Purchasing Agent: Fannin County Purchasing Agent Edwina Lane was on hand for questions. Judge Cunningham asked if changes he had made to the agreement had been added. Commissioner Self then made the motion to approve the agreement with Judge Cunningham’s amendments. Commissioner Kopf seconded the motion which passed.

13. Approve purchase of a John Deere 6110M with Diamond Boom Mower from Diamond Mowers for $198,944.74 for Precinct 4; to be paid from Precinct 4 Tex Pool Funds – Purchasing Agent: Ms. Lane explained this was needed to replace a tractor that had caught on fire. A motion was made by Commissioner Kopf to approve with Commissioner McQueen seconding the motion which passed.

14. Approve rental of a Caterpillar RM-300 Reclaimer for $19,500.00, plus freight charge of $2,350.00 and a Caterpillar CS54B Smooth Drum Roller for $6,000.00, plus freight charge $1,500.00 for a total of $29,350.00 for 1 month for Precinct 3 – Purchasing Agent:

Members of the Commissioners Court pose for a photo with Fannin County Historical Commission members, Larry Standlee, Malinda Allison, Mart Means, Margot McCutcheon and Tom Thornton during the receipt of the 2023 Distinguished Service Award.

Photo by Rose Schwartz

Commissioners

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After some discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Self to approve with payment coming from Precinct 3. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Kopf and the motion passed.

15. Approve rental of Hitachi ZX60 Mini Excavator with a 48” ditch bucket from ASCO Rentals for one month; $3,309.04 from fund 210-621-4600 (Rentals/Leases) – Commissioner Precinct 1: Commissioner McQueen explained why this was needed in the clearing of ditches before making the motion to approve. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Kopf and the motion passed.

16. Approve hiring seasonal worker under the supervision of Fannin County’s Maintenance Facilities Coordinator to perform repairs to the Courthouse jury chairs and basement sloping and leveling – County Judge: After Judge Cunningham explained that the person previously approved of in the May 14th meeting to fill this need had not worked out, a motion was made by Commissioner McQueen to approve with Commissioner Self seconding the motion which passed.

OPEN DISCUSSION ITEMS:

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

17. Subdivision Committee and Subdivision Policy –County Judge: Commissioner Self noted the next meeting would be held Thursday.

18. Courthouse repairs and litigation – County Judge: Judge Cunningham commented on the 202 hearing being held this Friday the 24th at the District Court located in the South Annex that will be open to the public and slated to begin at 1:30 p.m.

19. Justice Center – County Judge: Judge Cunningham noted the cost of the civil project should be available for public information soon.

20. County budget and revenue sources – County Judge: Commissioner McQueen reported on his findings, that after combing through various county financial records and comparing those records to the county’s investment report, that at the end of March 2024, there was over $11 million dollars that was not reported on in the investment report that is categorized as “cash on hand” as noted by the auditor’s office. He noted that in his working with the Treasurer and the Auditor, it was determined that a great deal of those funds can be moved to a TexPool account that is currently bringing in 5% interest on a yearly basis and could bring in an additional $40,000 a month interest. After giving examples of the different accounts involved, how much interest could be made by moving funds and the ease of moving money in and out of TexPool accounts, Commissioner McQueen concluded his report by noting that the “monthly investment

report from the treasurer’s office should reflect all county’s funds whether they earn interest or not and until that occurs, I will be voting not to accept the monthly treasurers report as it does not reflect the true position of the county.” In the discussion that ensued, Commissioner McQueen noted that two years ago, the interest rates were significantly lower and would not have brought in the interest funding that it would today. Judge Cunningham thanked Commissioner McQueen for finding “this acorn” and reiterated his stance that he doesn’t want taxes to go up but would rather “do more with less.”

21. Water issues affecting Fannin County – County Judge: Commissioner Kopf discussed the city council meetings he had attended and the ones he has yet to attend.

22. Fannin County road issues – County Judge: Judge Cunningham touched on the efforts by Commissioner McQueen’s wife to obtain grant money for road signage.

23. Solar and wind farms –County Judge: No significant updates EXECUTIVE SESSION(S) IF NEEDED:

24. Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.071, Commissioners Court reserves the right to meet in Executive

Session to consult with their attorney – County Judge: This item was passed on.

25. Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.074, Commissioners Court reserves the right to meet in Executive Session to discuss personnel issues – County Judge: See item 24.

26. Consider and take action regarding matters discussed in Executive Session(s) – County Judge: See item 24.

COMMENTS AND ADJOURN:

27. Comments by County Commissioners and County Judge: Commissioner McQueen thanked those who attended today’s court both in person and online before commenting on the road work delays that are sure to result in the next few days of high rain amounts.

Commissioner Self thanked everyone for their attendance, including those online before commenting on his recent visit to Washington and his resulting visits with officials there. He commented on 20” of rain falling in Huntsville while expressing confidence Fannin County would get through the rain coming our way before noting disappointment over Ms. Biggar leaving the position of County Clerk. He concluded with the hope that due diligence will be done to pro-

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vide good candidates for the vacated position and wished all a good week.

Commissioner Kopf agreed with the previous comments while noting his reluctance to be unwelcoming of rain (August is coming) and wished all a good week.

Judge Cunningham commented about a family member living in Houston, the severe weather that occurred there and how fortunate Fannin County has been thus far in not receiving extremely severe weather (“things can be worse, things can be better”). He then commented on the upcoming selection of a new County Clerk, noting the importance of the Court’s selection of the temporary replacement getting on the ballot for a chance of continuance after the election. He noted anyone interested in the position to contact him and Melanie Grammar to get their name reviewed by precinct chairs. He noted both parties (Republican and Democrat) will be able to place someone on the ballot and the significance that race will hold. He concluded by thanking everyone for their attendance and encouraging prayers for Israel and the Middle East before wishing God’s blessing on all. 28. Adjourn: The meeting adjourned at 10:00 a.m.

Fannin County Republican Women (FCRW)

Monday, June 3, 2024

Guest Speaker: A.J. Self Fannin County

Commissioner Pct. 2

Speaking on “Good, Bad and Better”

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. We have chosen to support the Open Arms Homeless Shelter and the Fannin County Family Crisis Center in 2024 with cash donations collected at each meeting. Paid for by Fannin County Republican Women

generation which ignores history has no past and no future.” Robert

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

Glaser Family Charitable Foundation Awards Scholarships

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Christopher Gilbreath-Dodd

5/28/24

Press Release - The Glaser Family Charitable Foundation has awarded scholarships totaling $25,000 to area students for the Fall 2024 semester. The foundation seeks to identify and support students who combine academic promise with character and commitment to their community. The GFCF scholarship grants are awarded during the fall and spring semesters to students pursuing higher education, with the majority of the scholarships designated for Fannin County residents. More information about the Glaser Family Charitable Foundation Scholarship Program can be found at: www.gfcf.org.

Abilene: Brylie Suzanne Mahar. Bells: Jacie Louise Kyle, Malloree Gilyn Meek, Kinley Reese Weger. Bonham: Matthew Cole Backus, Addyson Grace Chaney, Kara Mahlia Freeman, John Christopher Gil-

breath, Kaisley Noelle Guadiano, Sophia Marie Hathcock, Carson Bryce Howard, Kadyn Laine McCarley, William Garen Norwood, Cameron Reece Person, Kaitlyn Marie Rhinehart, Nicholas Brooks

Rhinehart, Ethan Ryan Robinson, Zoe Anne Sprayberry, Luke Andrew Spiller, MacKenzie Brooke VanBuren. Commerce: Aaron David Bennett. Dodd City: Emily Renae Ferguson, Alexis Nicole Robertson, Carter Ray Whitburn. Ector: Rylee Kate Gentry, Bree Evaleen Kresley, Autumn Lynn Lane, Summer Anne Lane, Alyssa Grace Mackey. Farmersville: Ashley Nicole Vasquez. Hendrix: Carson Delaney Gafford. Honey Gove: Carsyn Reese Lane, Emma Mackenzie Black, Cortney Antwon Cooper, Cristian Coronado, Autumn Beth Howell, Brooklyn Jans King, Preston Scott Morris, Lucas Todd Morrison, Allie Michal Towery. Ivanhoe: Graci Kaye Hall, Ella Janae Terry. Lake Jackson: Cooper Reed Lowe. Leonard: Victoria Presley Burt, Savannah Lois Johnson. Manvel: Makiyah Armonte Johnson. Perryton: Victoria Elizabeth Rinker. Randolph: Jocelyn Olivia Tillett. Savoy: Jaden Blayne Nelson. Sherman: Tatum Ramsey Daniels, Selena Leana Tapia. Telephone: Mallory Olivia Myracle. Trenton: Brian David Parsons II.

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City, Ethan Ryan Robinson-Ector, Brian David Parsons II-Trenton

Row(L-R) – Victoria Presley Burt-Leonard, Tatum Ramsey DanielsBells, Alyssa Grace Mackey-Ector, Carsyn Reese Lane-Honey Grove

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• Sonic welded vinyl - which is much stronger than heat sealed vinyl liners

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○ Year 6-10 50% off

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○ Salt does not void warranty

○ Other components are 1 year warranty this includes the filter and the pump.

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Prayer, our Lifeline to God

Rev. Toby O. Byrd

“In that day you will ask nothing of me. Truly, truly, I say to you, whatever you ask of the Father in my name, he will give it to you. Until now you have asked nothing in my name. Ask, and you will receive, that your joy may be full.” (John 16:23–24, ESV)

It has been said that you can look where you will through the Bible or through the history of the church and you will find that a man of prayer is a man of spiritual power. It is not intellect or culture, social position, or money, or even prestige that makes a Christian an efficient witness and worker for Christ, instead, it is prayer, fervent, persistent prayer that seeks a conversation with God on behalf of oneself and others. But sadly, Christians do not pray enough. Many are negligent, slow, and lazy, neither offering prayer for themselves or for others, and by so doing they not only disregard God’s command to pray, but they starve their faith and rob the church of their contribution to help build the faith.

It’s amazing how we think we can navigate through life without God’s help, or worse yet, without calling on God for help. Life is a long hard struggle. Often life seems to mire us in deep waters or clinging mud. The harder we seek to move forward, the further behind we get. Life is likened to horses and vehicles; mired in deep puddles, constantly meeting resistance, hinderances of every kind, often stuck hard, with the result that there is little or no progress, and it seems

as if there is only endless trouble and labor. But regardless of these hurdles, despite how the present looks, Christianity will prevail for Christ promises that it will, saying to St. Peter, “And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.” (Matthew 16:18, ESV)

“I will build My church.” These words of Jesus comfort us as we work in God’s kingdom endeavoring to increase His Church by making new disciples. Our efforts seem most daunting, even impossible, and they will be if we choose to rely solely on our skills, our labor, and our own fortitude. Something much more is needed. The answer lies in the Book of Acts and where we read what the disciples did after our Lord ascended into heaven. St. Luke tells us, “All these with one accord were devoting themselves to prayer, together with the women and Mary the mother of Jesus, and his brothers.” (Acts 1:14, ESV) The guidance and help servants of God need comes only from the Holy Spirit who will come to their aide through prayer. Prayer is a response to faith, a building block for the Church, and thanksgiving for the blessings God has poured out upon His Church through His beloved Son, Jesus Christ. Jesus taught that we “ought always to pray and not lose heart.” (Luke 18:1, ESV) Furthermore, the Holy Spirit also taught that we should, “Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving.” (Colossians 4:2, ESV) Furthermore, our Lord God answers prayer offered in His name, saying, “Truly, truly, I say to you, whatever you ask of the Father in my name, he will give it to you.” (John 16:23, ESV) Prayer is asking, it is a plea. It is speaking with God either by word of mouth or desire of heart. A plea to God offered from the heart is heard by Him as much as a prayer from the lips. True, earnest, and sincere prayer always comes from the heart; if not, it is not a godly prayer for it lacks sincerity and truth. Furthermore, when Jesus taught the apostles how to pray, He said, “Pray then like this: “Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name.” (Matthew 6:9, ESV) In Christ, God has become our Father, and we are His children. Since God the Father is our Creator and has the power to do whatever He desires, a prayer addressed to Him is never out of the realm of possibility, even if it seems impossible to us. The one who offers prayer to God doubting God’s ability to answer, offers an empty prayer. So, let your prayer be offered to Him who is the Almighty, the Father of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Prayer is our Lifeline to God. Thus, I urge you to use this precious gift often and with sincerity, knowing that for the sake of His beloved Son, Jesus Christ, God will hear and answer your prayer. In the name of Jesus. Amen May the peace of God, which passes all understanding, keep your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Amen.

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

Where: 1190 Hwy 56 W. Bonham.

Pastor: Steven Luton, 903-583-4346

12-18-18

Salvation In Jesus

By Mike Dickison Minister for the Ivanhoe Church of Christ

What would the world be like without Jesus? There would be no real standard because everyone would have their own standard. There would be no salvation and no purposeful way to live life.

Luke records the words of Peter, concerning Jesus, “Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved” (Acts 4:12). The angel told Joseph, before Jesus was born, that he was “call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins” (Matthew 1:21). All must believe in Jesus as the Son of God. Christ said that “ye shall die in your sins: for if ye believe not that I am he, ye shall die in your sins” (John 8:24). Paul reminded Christians that they were “justified freely by his grace through the redemp-

tion that is in Christ Jesus” (Romans 3:24).

In salvation, Christ must be Lord. Jesus reminds us that “not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. Many will say to me, in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works? And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity” (Matthew 7:21-23). Paul informs Christians that “God hath not appointed us to wrath, but to obtain salvation by our Lord Jesus Christ” (1 Thessalonians 5:9). The church at Rome read these words from Paul, “For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth” (Romans 1:16).

Salvations in Jesus’ name is

not a slogan, or a ‘feel good’ phrase, but a way of life. The Lord said, “If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me” (Luke 9:23). It is a daily decision. Christ stated that we must “love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind, and with all thy strength” (Mark 12:30). Christians are to live “that Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith” (Ephesians 3:17). Paul wrote that “servants, be obedient to them that are your masters according to the flesh, with fear and trembling, in singleness of your heart, as unto Christ” (Ephesians 6:5).

When we have Jesus as Savior and Lord and when we live each day for Christ, then we can have “the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:7).

Sunday Morning Re-Wind “Freedom In Christ”

Hello everyone!

The Bible tells us in Galatians 5:1, “Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage.”

This passage of scripture focuses on what we, as Christians, so be doing with our freedom in Christ. First, we must guard it, especially against those who try to pressure us into following the ways of the world. The apostle Paul was sure that the Galatians would resist the one who was leading them down the wrong path. We are also warned not to waste

our freedom in Christ, and to not selfishly serve ourselves rather than serve each other in love. Those who trust in Jesus Christ are truly set free. Putting our faith and trust in Jesus Christ is the message of this classic hymn that was written by William T. Sleeper in 1887.

“Out of my bondage, sorrow and night, Jesus, I come, Jesus, I come; Into thy freedom, gladness, and light, Jesus, I come to thee.

Out of my sickness into thy health, Out of my want and into thy wealth, Out of my sin and into thyself, Jesus, I come to thee.

“Earn This”

Calvary Baptist Church

Bonham, Texas

In the movie, Saving Private Ryan, several soldiers gave their lives to save Private Ryan, who was the last surviving sibling in his family. As the army captain, Captain Miller (portrayed by Tom Hanks), is dying on the bridge, he leans over to Private Ryan (portrayed by Matt Damon) and whispers in a dying gasp — “earn this.”

I must admit it took me a while to really understand the full magnitude of this request at his death. I have come to understand that it means that multiple lives were lost in an effort to find Private Ryan and to bring him home to his family. He means that Private

Ryan needed to honor his fallen comrades with a life of service toward others.

He also means “earn this” in a much broader sense. Freedom is not free. It comes at a very great cost and we must all be willing to make the sacrifices necessary to maintain our freedom

As a Christian, I derive from this that as a follower of Christ, I have a responsibility to live out the Gospel of Jesus in my community and that I must work toward influencing my culture to move back to our Christian roots as a nation.

Yours for True Revival,

Lyn and Lissa

Leonard First Assembly of God, 108 Pecan Leonard, Texas 469-450-9777

Ivanhoe Baptist Church 4063 NO.FM 273 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 (903)583-2359

Out of my shameful failure and loss, Jesus, I come, Jesus, I come; Into the glorious gain of thy cross, Jesus, I come to thee. Out of earth’s sorrows into thy balm, Out of life’s storms and into thy calm, Out of distress to jubilant psalm, Jesus, I come to thee.”

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

Bro. Josh Stevenson

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

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

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

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

Bailey Bible Baptist Church 205 Leslie Bailey, Texas 75413

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

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

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

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

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

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

Lamasco Baptist Church 346 CR 2615 Telephone, Texas 75488

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

First Baptist Church of Bonham 710 N. Center Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-0732

First Baptist Church of Dodd City PO Box 47 Dodd City, Texas 75438-0047 (903)583-4465

First Baptist Church of Honey Grove PO Box 124 Honey Grove, Texas 75446 (903)378-2768

First Baptist Church of Ladonia 301 East Main Ladonia, Texas 75449-100 (903)367-7038

First Baptist Church of Leonard 100 East Thomas St. [PO Box 1146] Leonard, TX 75452 (903) 587-2250

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

Joyful Light Baptist Church 4695 FM 2645 Savoy, TX 75418 903-436-5440

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 Home Baptist Church 1300 N Maple St. Bonham 903-583-4509

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

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

Pilgram Rest Baptist Church 703 Agusta St. Trenton, Texas

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

Ravenna Baptist Church 100 Elm Street Ravenna, Texas 75476

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Valley Creek Baptist Church 3615 FM 896, Leonard, TX 75452 903-587-2386 Westside Baptist Church 912 W. Commerce St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 903-249-2987

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ephesians 4:18 - Having the understanding darkened, being alienated from the life of God through the ignorance that is in them, because of the blindness of their heart:

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

Midway Church of Christ Hwy 56 W Bonham 903 583 3989

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

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

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

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

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

Holy Trinity Episcopal Church 623 Star Street (W 7th & Star Street) 682-201-8795

The Church of Jesus Christ of 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

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

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

Windom United Methodist Church 207 Second Street PO Box 936 Windom, TX 75492 940-390-0146

Pleasant Grove CME Church box 34 Ladonia TX 75449 Hwy 64 903-367-7870

Virginia Point United Methodist Church 1386 CR 1200 Savoy, TX

Non-Denominational Golden Gospel Church 4435 County Road 2610 in Bonham,

Romans 12:18 If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.

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

Fishin’ Report TAKE A KID FISHING

or Hunting!

Collin Andrew, age 10, caught this catfish with his Papa Jeff Hodge on lake Bois D’ Arc May 2024. Wow! Nice catch Collin! And thank you Papa, for taking a kid fishing! Send YOUR FISHING OR HUNTING pictures to fcltimmeek@gmail.com, or text to 903-227-5702, for FREE publication on the Outdoor Page.

Week of May 22, 2024

Cooper GOOD. Water stained; 75 degrees: 1.00 feet below pool. The lake is on the rise with water being released at the spillway. Anglers are reporting good catches of sand bass and catfish.

Lavon GOOD. Water lightly stained; 70 degrees; 4.07 feet above pool. White bass will be along the banks if the sad are spawning. Paddle tail swimbaits, and topwater lures are filling the box. If they are not up on the banks, check in 2035 feet of water on structure, slopes, rock, piles, or humps. Use 1 ounce or 2 ounce slabs in white or chartreuse with a jig tied about 18 inches above it for a double. Crappie are slow. Ray Roberts GOOD. Water slightly stained; 75 degrees; 3.22 feet above pool. Several of the boat ramps are closed due to high water. Sand bass and catfish are good with live or cut bait in 30-35 feet of water. Crappie are scattered in 15-25 feet of water with minnows. Report by Justin Wilson, Wilson Outdoor Connection. Tawakoni GREAT. Water lightly stained; 73 degrees; 0.80 feet above pool. Lake Tawakoni continues to fish great and is setting up on a solid summer pattern that should continue through most of the summer. The hybrid striper and white bass bite is very good. Big fish have been running humps and ledges in 15-25 feet. Live bait and swim baits are catching fish. The crappie bite is also good. Fish are solid in 8-14 feet on minnows and jigs near bridge pylons and brush piles. The largemouth bass bite is fair. Texoma GOOD. Water normal stain; 67 degrees; 2.82 feet above pool. Striped bass fishing is excellent on live shad and topwaters. Anchoring on deep river ledges and flats in 60-80 feet of water fishing suspended around 40 feet catching quality and quantity on live shad. Top waters early along rocky banks where shad are still spawning. Catfishing is good using cut shad and prepared baits along the rocks in 20-40 feet of water. Free line dead shad or fish vertically along the rocks. Bass are fair using top waters early along the bluffs and on long points. Water temps in the mid 70s look for fish under docks and tires near marinas. Clear water is along the southern end of the lake. Crappie are fair using jigs fishing structure using electronics to locate active fish in 12-18 feet of water.

Texas Crop and Weather Report

Texas A&M AgriLife May 21, 2024

Central

The district averaged rainfall up to 4 inches with torrential downpours reported in some areas. The rain created flood-

ing issues in areas that were saturated. A few hailstorms and heavy winds were also reported. Small grains were grazed out and hay fields looked good. There were reports of some fields of wheat,

oats, sorghum and corn damage due to flooding and hail. Crop lodging and soil saturation also caused corn crop stunting and chlorosis in some areas. There were a lot of dead pecan trees reported in both managed and native orchards. Cotton was in good condition in some areas, but plant conditions were dropping in areas with excessively wet fields. There were reports of algae issues in stock tanks. Livestock and cattle were in good condition, and some late spring cattle work was carried out.

East

The heavy rains continued across the district with ponds, creeks, lakes and rivers being full or overflowing. Subsoil and topsoil conditions were surplus. Pastures in most counties were too saturated to cut and bale hay. Producers in some areas began to use baleage since it does not have to cure. Producers were trying to harvest winter annuals to reduce the delay in warm-season perennials. Pasture and rangeland conditions were good, and cattle markets remained strong in most areas. Houston County reported lower prices

Texas Lake Levels +/as of 5/24/24

Arlington +0.16

Benbrook +2.19

Bonham +0.17

Bois d’Arc Lake +0.84

Bridgeport-11.94

Cedar Creek +0.05

Eagle Mountain-0.07

Fork+0.59

Granbury-0.51

Grapevine+8.98

Joe Pool+3.63

Lavon+3.62

Lewisville+3.08

O.H. Ivie -29.69

5/24/2024 8:45 AM

Pat Mayse+1.70

Possum Kingdom -1.17

Ray Hubbard-0.00

Ray Roberts+3.15

Tawakoni+0.76

Texoma+2.31

Toledo Bend+ 0.14

Travis -47.98

Twin Buttes-33.80

Weatherford-0.96

on feeder and plainer calves and Panola County reported a price dip on goats and lambs. North

The district reported rain showers and storms, with most counties receiving up to 2 inches, and nighttime temperatures dropped into the low 60s. The topsoil and subsoil moisture were reported as adequate to surplus across most counties. There were some reports of trees being uprooted from the storms. Corn crops appeared to be behind due to excessive moisture. Blackberries and peaches were doing well and continued toward an excellent harvest while small farm vegetables were also above average due to the rainfall. Pasture and rangeland were reported from good to excellent conditions, with a few counties reporting fair to good. The warm season grasses were doing well. Ryegrass was seeded out and the first hay cutting will be made with drier conditions. Hay harvests were at a standstill, but silage was being baled in drier areas.

Rolling Plains

Some areas received multiple heavy rains, leaving limited access in low-lying areas until the ground dries to support heavy equipment. As the wheat harvest begins, farmers were gearing up to plant cotton. Soil moisture levels remained good going into the planting season. The rains and warming weather benefited spring and summer native pasture grasses as well, and few cattle were requiring any supplemental feeding.

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

LOUISE ESTELLA HUBER

Bonham-Louise Estella Huber was born on August 31, 1944, and passed unexpectedly at home on May 21, 2024. Her wishes were to be cremated. No services are planned. Louise was born and raised in Pennsylvania and was the oldest sister of seven children. Louise married her loving husband Barry on September 12, 1970, and spent the rest of her life being a great wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend to all that knew her.

Louise, Barry, and two daughters moved to Texas in 1978 where she was a homemaker most of her life. She enjoyed crochet, cross stitch and macrame. She was also a talented seamstress and fantastic cook.

After moving to Dodd City in 1991 she started working at Wal-Mart until she retired where she made many friends. She loved to read and was a member of a local book club. She was a beautiful person who was a great friend to all she met.

Proceeded in death by her mom Kathryn Reese and dad Dale Reese. Her brothers Lloyd W Eberly, and Skip Reese. Her sisters Donna Kolb and Wendy Smith.

Survived by her loving husband Barry Huber, daughters Barbara Johnson and Kathy Gregory, and grandchildren; Jessica Hoffman, Jonathan Gregory, Ryan Gregory as well as her much loved great granddaughter Audrey “Pink” Bridges. Her sister Debra Robertson and brother Ronnie Reese as well as several nieces and nephews.

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

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EMPLOYMENT

THE CITY OF BONHAM STREET DEPARTMENT is accepting applications for the position of Equipment Operator I. Requirements: Experience in heavy equipment operation, street repair and construction; perform heavy manual labor, able to lift 50 lbs unassisted and work in all types of weather conditions. Must have valid Texas driver’s license and ability to obtain a CDL. $15.00 per hour, health insurance, retirement, vacation, sick leave and uniforms. Preemployment physical and drug test required. Application and full job description is available at Bonham City Hall, 514 Chestnut, Bonham, TX 75418 or online at www.cityofbonham. org. Resumes submitted without an application will not be accepted. Position open until filled. The City of Bonham is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

LOCAL FOOD

MANUFACTURING PLANT IN BONHAM is seeking energetic worker for long-term employment with prospect of advancement. If interested, Call 972-369-3336.

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

NEEDED:

Licensed Commercial Journeymen Electricians Willing to travel. Covering Oklahoma and Texas. Great Pay and Benefits. Call 580-271-7025 email resumes to: office@ southcocommercial.com

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.

FOR SALE

2000 Alpha Gold 5th Wheel trailer w/ three slides. Good condition. One owner.

$69,050.00 903-583-9120 903-818-0291

GARAGE SALES FOR SALE

GARAGE SALE

Saturday, June 1st

8:30-3pm 410 JoAynn Circle, Bonham, TX Furniture and small appliances.

YARD SALE

807 N. Main, Ector Friday & Saturday May 31st & June 1st 9am - ?

Canceled if raining. Jewelry: Sterling silver & costume. Lots of brooches, designer purses. Vintage mink stole, record albums, decor, clothes & much more miscellaneous.

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED Need Part Time Mechanic’s Helper, Part Time Carpenter’s Helper. Part Time Landscape helper. Call 903-814-8620

OBITUARIES

JUAN RUSSELL SEWELL

A PAW UP

Helping Animals In Need Thrift Store 101 West Hayes, Savoy

Open Friday thru Sunday 10am-5pm.

FREE CLOTHES & HOUSEWARES: Clothes ClosetValley Creek Baptist Church, 3615 FM 896, Leonard. Wednesdays 8-10am.

PETS

FREE KITTENS: 2 Males, 2 mos. old. Litter box trained. Cute, healthy & playful. Need a forever home. 903583-5265

Free Kittens 2 female & 1 male 903-583-9120

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

H & R WELDING SERVICE

Welding jobs, metal jobs, carports, pipe fences, pipe braces, concrete laminate floors, sidewalks. Free estimates. Call: 469-6181886 or 903-486-4687

STUMP GRINDIN

Commercial & Residential Call William 903-718-1720.

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.”

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. Continued on Pg. 20

Juan Russell Sewell, Sr., 87, of Bonham, TX saddled up one last time and rode off into the sunrise on the morning of May 19th, 2024.

The man, the myth, the legend was born in Whitesboro, TX on December 7th, 1936 to parents George Russell and Louise (Earnhart) Sewell, who named him after the famous romantic adventure film of the time, “Don Juan.” Juan had two brothers and one sister. His father farmed and worked in construction. His mother was a stenographer. The family made their homes in Whitesboro, Ravenna, and Bonham. Growing up in an exceedingly competitive household, young Juan learned how to rope, ride, and raise animals. He also learned how to sustain himself by “wheeling and dealing” at a very early age. At just eight years young, Juan would purchase one-week-old calves from The Woodmen Circle Home in Sherman, with money he had saved on his own. Juan recounted how the family would take the seat of their old Chevrolet sedan and set it up to load the calf in the back with the kids for a 30-mile, toe-smashing, ride home.

As a teen, Juan helped Haynes Kueckelhan build his first rodeo arena fashioned out of chickenwire with church pews brought in as the spectator seating. The young men worked on the original arena every day after school, as long as their chores at home were through. Juan graduated from Bonham High School in 1955. A few years later, meeting the love of his life, Glynell (Crelia), Juan was married to his soulmate on July 17, 1959. Thus, embarking upon a 64-year love story.

Early in the marriage, Juan joined the U.S. Army National Guard where he reached the rank of Seargent E-5, also competing in boxing as a Soldier-Athlete, serving from 1959 to 1965. Glynell stood by Juan through many out of state assignments, from as far as Louisiana to New Jersey, conversing with one another only through Telegram. Juan and Glynell had three children in whom he instilled lifelong lessons in hard work, perseverance, and the cowboy art of hanging on. Juan was the type of man that books, songs, and movies are written about, including the 1968 Billboard country music hit “Reno” made famous by American country music artist, Dottie West. Originally written by Glynell’s friend, “Chub” Allmond, about a raven-haired cowboy named Juan. In the 1970’s, Juan was a Class A Paramedic, and received his Horseshoeing Certificate from Grayson County College in 1975.

A Farrier by trade, Juan was known for his large, Grizzly bear-esque working hands. Those signature hands were good for settling debts, scratching grandbaby’s backs, and guiding a lifetime’s worth of horses. Juan had many high-profile clients, even shoeing Belgian Draught horses for the late actor, Patrick Swayze, at Flatiron Ranch. Juan continued to make acquaintance with numerous celebrities throughout his shoeing, rodeoing, and horseracing career days, that he would later call “friend.” Although he never pursued a degree in Veterinary Medicine, many folks in the community and surrounding areas entrusted Juan with the care and treatment of their animals, even more so than they did their own vet.

In 1985, Juan became a grandfather, more affectionately known as “Papa,” and wore that title proudly for nearly 39 years. Juan’s main life passion, however, was owning and training winning race horses. He possessed an indisputable understanding of equine behavior, fitness, and nutrition. He had a uniquely keen ability to assess a horse and adjust a training plan to produce a winner, time after time. His fabled mare, “Olympia Joes Babe,” secured the victory at The Yellow Rose of Texas race at Lubbock Downs in 1987. Sewell Ranch is where Juan preferred to spend most of his days; initially in Randolph, then later establishing their forever home in Bonham. Never truly hanging up his signature cowboy hat, Juan spent the later years staying on-his-toes owning bucking stock, and securing 1st Place at a barrel racing when he was 70 plus years old.

Juan Sewell was many things throughout his life, a husband, a father, a grandfather, a friend, and a businessman; but at his core, he was a cowboy. His piercing blue eyes beamed with wisdom, and a touch of mischief, earned by watching countless sunsets from atop a well-fed paint horse.

Whoever said “Nobody gets to be a cowboy forever,” never met Juan Sewell. He was as true a cowboy as there ever was, right up until his final days. Although his body and mind were no longer healthy as a horse, one thing he would always say was, “I’m still a cowboy.”

Happy Trails to you, Cowboy. Until we meet again.

Juan is preceded in death by his loving wife and best friend of 64 years, Glynell Sewell; his parents; brother Bob Sewell; sister Georgia Hayes Whitehurst; and grandson Dustan Sewell.

Juan is survived by his children, Juan Sewell Jr. (Cathy Moncier), Michele Sewell, and Delno (Amber) Sewell; his brother, Jerry Sewell; grandchildren, Courtney Sewell-Adams, Ava Jarratt, Blair Sewell, Tanner Sewell, Kylee Sewell, and Ryner Sewell; his great-grandchildren, Ridge Adams, Cambria Wright, Arielle Wright, Emory Wright, Paisley Wright, Chase Collinsworth; and a host of other family and friends.

Pallbearers: Tanner Sewell, Kevin Hayes, Kim Hayes, Jason Sewell, Jerry Wayne Sewell, and Fredy Chandler. Honorary Pallbearers: Blair Sewell and Allen Adams.

Family Night was held Thursday, 05/23/2024 from 6 to 8pm at Wise Valley Chapel in Bonham. Funeral Services were held Friday, 05/24/2024 at 12pm in the same location. Interment followed at Willow Wild Cemetery in Bonham.

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OFFICE: Fannin County Pct. #3, Honey Grove, TX

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Applications are on our website at www.co.fannin.tx.us or may be picked up at the Fannin County Auditor’s Office 3rd floor of the Fannin County Courthouse, Bonham, TX.

PUBLIC NOTICE

The City of Bonham is seeking letters of interest for Planning and Zoning Board Members. The following are individual requirements to be eligible to serve on a City of Bonham board or commission:

A). Ad-Valorem taxpaying residents, business owners, citizen of the USA, renters and/or lessees of property within the corporate city limits of Bonham and/or

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B.) Individuals possessing specific knowledge, skill sets or expertise that have demonstrated interest in the betterment of Bonham.

All persons interested in serving on a city appointed board must do so by submitting a letter stating the board of interest, your reason for applying, full name and address as well as your qualifications to the attention of the City Secretary at 514 Chestnut St Bonham, TX 75418 or emailed to hstockton@cityofbonham.org

Letter of interest must be submitted by 5:00 pm on June 6, 2024.

PUBLIC NOTICE

The City of Bonham is seeking letters of interest for Bonham Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors. The following are individual requirements to be eligible to serve on the Bonham Economic Development Corporation:

(1) be a resident of the municipality;

(2) be a resident of the county in which the major part of the area of the municipality is located; or

(3) reside:

(A) within 10 miles of the municipality’s boundaries; and (B) in a county bordering the county in which most of the area of the municipality is located.

(4) Registered voter in Fannin County.

All persons interested in serving on a city appointed board must do so by submitting a letter stating the board of interest, your reason for applying, full name and address as well as your qualifications to the attention of the City Secretary at 514 Chestnut St Bonham, TX 75418 or emailed to hstockton@cityofbonham.org

Letter of interest must be submitted by 5:00 pm on June 6, 2024.

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Nationwide McCraw Gathering to be held in West Virginia

Press Release - The United States McCraw Family Association will be holding it’s nationwide reunion in Beckley, WV, on June 21-23, 2024. This event only happens every two years and was last held in Fairhope, Alabama, in 2022. This is the first time that West Virginia will be hosting the event.

Established in 1980, the United States McCraw Family Association (USMFA) is

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Fannin County Commissioners

Contact Information

Precinct 1

Commissioner

Dale McQueen

Pct. Barn Location: 8865 Highway 56 W (2 miles east of Savoy) Savoy, Texas 75479

Phone: 903-965-7030

Email Address: dmcqueen@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

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Commissioner

Doug Kopf

Pct. Barn Location: 1369 East Highway 56 Bonham, Texas 75418

Phone: 903-583-2039

Email Address: dkopf@fanninco.net

in memory of Jimmie Evans

a national association for the descendants of William Maccraw. William came to the Colonies some time before 1746 and he died by 1752 –24 years before the American Revolution. He lived in what is now Powhatan County, VA, and had at least 9 children. He is the first known known American ancestor for most of the McCraws in the US, and many descendants live in this area.

Registration for the event is now open and it will be held at the Mountaineer Conference Center beside the Country Inn and Suites at 2120 Harper Road in Beckley, WV.

A block of rooms has been secured at the Country Inn and Suites for those attending from out of town and you can find hotel information, the full schedule of events and both online and mailin registration information

PUBLIC NOTICE

Tillman Infrastructure, LLC is proposing to build a 145-foot monopole (149-ft w/appurtenances) located at 14566 E FM 273 Telephone, TX 75488. Structure coordinates are: (N33-46-53.69)/W96-01-20.46). No lighting is anticipated. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Antenna Structure Registration (ASR Form 854) file number is A1284413 Environmental Effects: Interested persons may review the application at www.fcc.gov/asr/applications by entering the file number. Environmental concerns may be raised by filing a Request for Environmental Review at www. fcc.gov/asr/environmentalrequest within 30 days of the date that notice of the project is published on the FCC’s website. Online filings are strongly encouraged. A mailing address for a paper filing is: FCC Requests for Environmental Review, ATTN: Ramon Williams, 445 12th Street SW, Washington, DC 20554.

on the USMFA website at mccrawfamily.org/reunion. You can also check us out at facebook.com/USMcCrawFamilyAssociation. You do not have to be a member of the USMFA to attend! Emails with questions can be sent to: usmccrawassociation@ gmail.com.

There will be two days of presentations about family history and a full banquet with a live bagpiper for

entertainment on Saturday night that is all included in the $85.00 registration fee. We have guest presenters from the Sons of the American Revolution, The West Virginia Mine Wars Museum and more. We will also have presentations about William Maccraw, the USMFA DNA research program, a taste of local history and about our connection to the Clan McGrath of Ireland and the

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Clan MacRae of Scotland. There are other social events planned, as well as drawings for door prizes and a few other surprises and all of that information can be found on our website. This is a rare opportunity to meet McCraw cousins from all over the United States and to learn more about your family history. Registrations close June 7, 2024. We hope to see you there!

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON THE CITY OF BONHAM 2024 WATER CONSERVATION PLAN AND THE DROUGHT CONTINGENCY PLAN PER TEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

The City Council of Bonham, TX will hold a public hearing to consider the updated water conservation plan and drought contingency plan per Texas Commission on Environmental Quality requirements. The draft water conservation plan and the drought contingency plan can be found on the City of Bonham’s website located here: www.cityofbonham.org –Government – Public Works

THE PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD:

Date: June 10th, 2024 Time: 5:30 P.M.

Place: Bonham City Hall Council Chambers 514 Chestnut St.

Any member of the public has the right to appear at the hearing and present questions or concerns regarding the water conservation plan and the drought contingency plan.

For questions contact Lance Capehart at 903-583-7555 or lcapehart@cityofbonham.org

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SPORTS SPORTS SPORTS SPORTS

By Rich Hilliard

Trenton seniors Tristen Jones and Gracie Williams shared the Most Valuable Player honor in the District 15-2A softball awards for 2024. Jones, who reached 400 strikeouts on April 16, will continue her pitching career at Southern Arkansas University,

while Williams will extend her days as a catcher at University of Mount Olive (NC).

Addison Golightly garnered the offensive superlative, after hitting 15 home runs during the season for Trenton (2111), an area finalist and repeat district champion.

Gabby Finney earned the defensive superlative for Honey Grove, a bi-district finalist and the No. 2 seed from the district in the Class 2A playoffs.

Hannah Burney received the pitching superlative, after helping Dodd City, the district's top seed to the 1A playoffs, reach its fifth regional final round in the last seven years.

Averianna Aviles equated the Newcomer of the Year and manager Jeremy Strickland garnered the coaching superlative, after Trenton made its 11th-consecutive postseason softball advance.

First-team selections from Fannin County included Kaylee Loving, Trenton; Sonora Flowers, Honey Grove; Allie Parr, Sam Rayburn; Kelsey Hewett, Dodd City; and Audrey Arie, Ector, in the infield. The first-team outfielders were Abbi Keeton, Sam Rayburn; Natally Medina, Dodd City; and Jackie Gallegos, Trenton, with Honey Grove's Lily Mahan as the utility player top-team selection.

Second-team recipients were AnnaKate Thomas, Honey Grove; Dixie Chaffin, Sam Rayburn; Kailen Kavanaugh, Dodd City; Alana Mackey, Ector, in the infield; joining Crystal Peña, Trenton; Averi Wilson, Trenton; Destiny Bates, Honey Grove; Serenity Canady, Honey Grove, in the outfield. Addyson Chaney at catcher and Addison Weeks as

Extra Effort Earns Extension: Bonham's Lindsey to continue tennis days at Jacksonville CC

By Rich Hilliard

BONHAM -- Warrior

Tennis Complex in Bonham served as the host site for almost a dozen tournaments throughout March and April.

School buses and parents' vehicles filled the westside parking lot and lined each side of Warpath Drive alongside the courts. But after school hours, another car parked on the court side of the street could often be found there -- when no events were occurring -- the last few years.

"As a coach we talk about putting in extra work," said Bonham head tennis coach Kirstin Bockman. "So when you put in extra, you get back ... "

That vehicle belongs to Jagger Lindsey.

tors, classmates and others in attendance.

That extra effort he put in there and elsewhere helped the Bonham senior find fruition.

Lindsey signed to extend his tennis career with Jacksonville College (about 30 miles south of Tyler, Texas) on May 15 in the Leonard A. Gerner Gymnasium inside Bonham High School, with family, friends, coaches, administra-

"I'm honored. I've wanted to play at the next level," said Lindsey. "I'm glad find a college close to home where I could play.

"Coach (Dylon) Neal [Jacksonville's head tennis coach] reached out to me after seeing a video I'd posted on the National College Scouting Association app," he said. "I did the research and saw they

were ranked.

"I wanted to be there."

Lindsey last spring played in the Class 3A State tennis quarterfinals in mixed doubles, paired by Bockman with 2023 Bonham graduate Alli Kirkpatrick. The lone-seasonpaired duo finished with an 18-2 record, advancing to State as the Region II-3A runner-up.

He also equated a regional alternate in 2022, while playing boys' doubles.

"We're super-excited for Jagger," said Bockman. "He's had a very successful career at Bonham. We are very proud of him.

"I want to thank his parents (Stephanie and Jody)," she said. "His mom constantly looked for extra opportunities for Jagger."

Note: Jagger Lindsey's career decision comes almost exactly 10 years after Bonham High School's Katie Barber extended her tennis days with Austin College in Sherman. Barber, who signed on on May 28, 2014, played throughout her undergraduate days.

a utility player also made the second team for Dodd City.

Honorable mentions included: Trenton's Kali Partridge; Honey Grove's Tori Brock; Dodd City's Sierra Garcia, Emma Garner; Ector's Adalynn Dederick, Aspen Harrison, Alyssa Mackey; and Sam Rayburn's Avery Amlin, Au-

bree Jones, Maddye Johnson, Bayleigh Vandeventer, Landreigh Chaffin. Academic all-district selections were Sam Rayburn's Avery Amlin, Aubree Jones, Abbi Keeton, Miley Keeton, Allie Parr, Dixie Chaffin, Amberlie Ivey and Brinlee Malone; Trenton's Emma Dudley, Kaylee Loving, Crystal Peña, Kali Partridge, Averianna Aviles, Jackie Gallegos, Estela Aguilar, Faith Williams, Addison Golightly and Gracie Williams; Honey Grove's Kiliegh Bateman, Sonora Flowers, Lily Ridley, Payton Norris, Maddy McKenzie, AnnaKate Thomas, Brailee Totty, Harley Childers, Gabby Finney, Serenity Canady, Lily Mahan,

Addison Weeks; Ector's Alyssa Mackey, Julia Bailey, Chloe Hardemon, Lydia Essary, Audrey Arie, Adalynn Dederick, Alana Mackey and Aleea Wheeler.

Note: Sam Rayburn returned to the postseason with a bidistrict trip, advancing as the district's fourth-and-final qualifier for the 2A playoffs. Ector equated a regional quarterfinalist, advancing as 15-2A's No. 2 seed to the 1A postseason.

Collier's Cross Country Contributions: Bonhi senior hopes to help Rockford University XC program too

By Rich Hilliard

BONHAM -- Consider Gavin Collier to be a helper. Whether intentional or not.

His one-time freshman miscue -- a missed turn at a church, longer than planned course run through town streets and later return to campus from a team workout -- actually bettered Bonham's cross country program.

His mistake contributed to the ensuing hiring of two assistants to help Kevin Trompler -- then the lone cross country coach for Bonham's boys and girls. The additional coaches allowed for ensuing better monitoring of all of the program's runners during their training.

"I owe him thanks," said Trompler while recounting the error. "He played a key role here in getting two assistants."

Conversely, the Bonham senior's intent to help influenced where he will continue his cross country career.

"I didn't want to go to a big college," said Collier. "I wanted to go where I could help them build their program."

He found that place at Rockford University in Illinois.

Collier agreed on May 16 to run for the Division III school -- where the school colors, coincidentally, are also purple and white -- in the Leonard A. Gerner Gymnasium inside Bonham High School, with family, friends, classmates, coaches, administrators and others in attendance.

"It was the culture there and it's a small team," said Collier.

"I knew I could help them improve.

"They reached out to me through e-mail," he said. "I texted (head) coach (Nathan) Freyling. We had a connec-

tion. I felt like he was my friend.

"I'm really excited. I've worked hard in high school for four years. I can't wait to work for four more in college."

Collier's efforts during four years of running cross country for Bonham High School have included twice qualifying for the Region II-3A Boys' Meet. His 12th place finish in 21:16.5 in 2021 helped the Purple Warriors win their first of back-to-back District 113A team championships. His 15th-place finish in 18:51.04 at district in 2023 came as Bonham advanced as the 11-3A boys' runner-up team.

"I have watched Gavin grow into the young man he is now and his contributions to our cross country and track teams," said Trompler. "He's been a permanent fixture in our locker room. It will be strange in August not to see him [there].

"We know he will do well up north," said the coach. "We'll ask his family to keep us updated.

"I think he will be a good fit at Rockford. His family will be wearing purple and white for a few more years."

Trenton's Gracie Williams.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Trenton's Tristen Jones.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Trenton's Addison Golightly.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Tori Brock and Journey Redd; Dodd City's Hannah Burney, Addyson Chaney, Sierra Garcia, Kelsey Hewett, Kailen Kavanaugh, Emma Garner and

Honey Grove's Gabby Finney.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Trenton's Averianna Aviles.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Trenton's Jeremy Strickland.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Dodd City's Hannah Burney.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Bonham's Jagger Lindsey.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Bonham's Gavin Collier.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

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