5-4-21 Leader E-Edition by The Fannin County Leader

May 4, 2021

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Fannin Central Appraisal District Reminds Property Owners to watch for their 2021 Notice of07/02/19 Appraised Value In a few short days, the 2021 Notice of Appraised Value for all real properties in Fannin County will appear in mail

boxes. The notices will be mailed on April 28th to the owner of record at the address listed on the appraisal records.

These notices are perhaps the most important piece of mail you will receive from the Appraisal District and it is im-

portant that property owners read and understand the contents. The notices also usher in the phase of the tax calendar

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known as equalization—the time set aside in law for property owners or their authorized agents to address concerns related to the information on the notices. The real estate market has experienced significant changes in our county over the last

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year. The date of appraisal, as required by law, is January 1, 2021, meaning the trends and market forces leading up to and existing at that time were used to establish the values for 2021. We have included a letter which outlines the process we will follow for this upcoming protest season. As with last year, impromptu walkin or call-in conversations with an appraiser will not be available this year. Property owners with a dispute will need to first file a protest and indicate the nature of their dispute. This action secures your right to a hearing before the Appraisal Review Board (ARB). Appraisers will review and, if possible, work to resolve the issue informally. Most issues are easily resolved provided there is sufficient evidence to allow a change. To expedite this process, owners/agents are encouraged to utilize the online portal indicated on the appraisal notice. Otherwise, owners/agents can complete the protest form included with their notice and either mail it in or hand deliver to the Appraisal District office. Please pay attention to the deadline to protest. Although you have the right to protest, the law is very clear on the deadline to exercise that right. So please take a little time, open the mail and raise whatever issue you may have in a timely manner or early if possible. Continued

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**Open 7 Days A Week** Property Value Continued from page 1 For a more detailed outline of property owner options and additional information regarding this topic, please go to our webpage at www.fannincad.org and review the news release as well as links to the comptroller’s page. If you do not receive your notice by May 6th, please call our office at 903-5838701 to make sure we are reflecting the correct mailing address for the current property owner. Updating your mailing address is easy, simply contact the Appraisal District to obtain a change of address form or go online at www.fannincad.org and click the “Forms” tab to submit the address change online. Changes of address must be submitted in writing. It is the property owner’s responsibility to update the Appraisal District in writing of their current mailing address. Michael R. Jones, RPA, CTA, CCA Chief Appraiser Fannin Central Appraisal District

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the decades, the efforts of the National Day of Prayer Task Force have mobilized Americans to observe the National Day of Prayer in all 50 states and in U.S. territories to pray for those who lead and those in need in our nation. Our President Kathy Branzell reminds us of the saying, “History belongs to the intercessors who believe the future into being.” As we believe and pray in 2021, our theme echoes our prayers: “LORD pour out Your LOVE, LIFE, and LIBERTY.” Once again proclaiming a promise of God in our theme verse, 2 Corinthians 3:17 NKJV, “Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty.” “It is our prayer today and throughout 2021 that the Spirit of the Lord would pour out and pour through us across America,” said Kathy Branzell.

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and internet broadcasts. This year our volunteer coordinators are preparing for a variety of events, both virtual, and in-person and events in creative formats such as prayer flights, prayer drives, television broadcasts, and more. No matter the format, there will be prayer from sunrise in Maine to sunset in the Pacific islands on the National Day of Prayer! About the National Day of Prayer: The National Day of Prayer tradition predates the founding of the United States of America, evidenced by the Continental Congress’ proclamation in 1775 setting aside a day of prayer. In 1952, Congress established an annual day of prayer and, in 1988, that law was amended, designating the National Day of Prayer as the first Thursday in May.

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Patriot Scholarship Applications Being Accepted

Farmer’s Market at Creative Arts Center

provided by the Fannin County Republican Women, PAC using the same criteria. Applications have been distributed to all the school districts’ counselors in our area. For an application and selection criteria, please contact Joyce Buchanan at 903456-4855 or email joyce@becausethingshappen.com. The application and required information must be received by Monday, May 31, 2021.

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S A H R T SER YT 12/22/20

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The Creative Arts Center will be holding a Farmers Market on May 8, 2021 and June 12, 2021 from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. We still have vendor spaces available. Anyone who has fresh produce or arts and crafts, etc. to sell and would like to participate, please contact the Creative Arts Center to reserve a spot. Booths are $35:00 for art center members/$50.00 for the public.

students who best exemplify patriotism, civic dedication, volunteering and good works toward their fellow citizens. There must be at least three letters of recommendation along with a minimum 300word essay on “How Has the COVID-19 Pandemic Affected Your Life and What Will be the Lasting Repercussions on Your Future.” A $500.00 scholarship will be

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Press Release - The Fannin County Republican Party and the Fannin County Republican Women’s Club would like to announce that they are now receiving applications for their 2021 Patriot Scholarships. There will be three (3) scholarships awarded. Two $500.00 scholarships will be awarded by the Fannin County Republican Party recognizing Fannin County

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Bois D' Arc creek cowBoy church

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MAY 29TH - 10am Events to be announced!

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I have thought all week about what recipe I would submit for this paper. After all we have Mother’s Day and Cinco de mayo right around the corner! But as I went through so many of my favorite recipes, I realized husbands will be cooking on their grills for all of us moms and maybe they would try my favorite chicken marinade.

of 1 lemon 1½ tsp. minced fresh rosemary Put in a bag and marinate 4 hours or overnight. This makes delicious chicken and can be grilled or roasted.

The Best Grilled Chicken

I hope all the Moms have a wonderful day of rest with their loved ones.

6 Tbsp. olive oil 4 lg. garlic cloves, minced 1 tsp. oregano 1 ¼ tsp. salt ½ tsp. pepper 1 ½ tsp. lemon zest, and juice

Please send me your favorite or unique recipes to Fannin County Leader at 224 N. Main St. Bonham, TX 75418 or email me: fclsales@verizon. net

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Please Help!

Community Food Pantry in Honey Grove has moved to McKenzie United Methodist Church, 701 7th Street. We need help with with groceries or donations, please. 1st and 3rd Thursday each month. Time change: 5:00 - 7:00pm. Contacts: Joann Dyer 903-623-4132 or 903-227-9565 Star Breece 281-832-8116 Kim Humbarger 281-650-7258 God Bless You!

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Sunday Services at 10:45 • Women’s Bible Study Tuesdays 6:45 Pre-teen & Youth Bible Study Wednesdays 6:30 Young Adults Bible Study Thursdays 6:30

3375 S o u t h h w y 121 - B o n h a m 903-583-1671 ● P a S t o r K e v i n L a n e 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 Fannin County see the day approaching. Due To The Covid-19 Virus, Services May Or May NOT Be Available At This Time. Please Call The Church You Are Interested In And Inquire If They Have An On-Line Video Available Of Sunday Services. Pray For An End To This Virus And A Return To Worshiping God Together As A Church.

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

Baptist

Church of God

Gathering Tine Cabin Ministry 487 CR 2105 Ivanhoe, TX Bro. Abe Ogea Pastor 903-449-0180

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

Christian

Grace Reformed Baptist Church 2800 N. 10th St Honey Grove TX 903-364-4254

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

Episcopal

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

Holy Trinity Episcopal Church 623 Star Ivanhoe Baptist Church 4063 NO.FM 273 Street (W 7th & Star Street) 903-583-7112 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 (903)583-2359

Bethlehem Baptist Church “The House of Bread” 1415 Franklin Avenue, Bonham, TX 7541 Office: 903-583-8061 Lamasco Baptist Church 346 CR 2615 Telephone, Texas 75488 903-664-2454 Bois D’Arc Creek Cowboy Church Landmark Missionary Baptist Church Hwy 121 & Edhube Road Phone 903-583-1671 1409 W. Market St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 (903) 378-7835 Boyd Baptist Church 3707 St. Hwy. 78 N Bonham, Texas Phone (903) 583-7288 Little Bethel Baptist Church PO Box 63 Ladonia, Texas 75449 Calvary Baptist Church 913 S. 5th St Phone (903)367-7708 Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-3910 Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Rt 1 Box Central Baptist Church (Fundmental, 101B, PO Box 73, Ladonia, Texas Independent) 709 Union Ave. Bonham, 75449 Phone (903)367-7009 Texas 75418 (903) 505-4124 New Zion Baptist Church Corinth Baptist Church 277 CR 1150 627 County Road 1265 Bonham, TX 75418 903-961-2027 North of Bonham on Highway 78 903 583 2750 Pilgram Rest Baptist Church 703 Agusta St. Trenton, Texas Dial Baptist Church 16816 FM 1550 Honey Grove, TX 75446 903-378-7070 Ravenna Baptist Church 100 Elm Street Ravenna, Texas 75476 Duplex Baptist Church 313 CR 2102 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-664-3175 Rising Son Cowboy Church 1526 CR Ector Baptist Church P.O. Box 248 2010 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-640-3377 Ector, Texas 75439 (903) 961-2175 Sandy Baptist Church Ravenna, Texas 75476 (903) 583-9546 Edhube Baptist Church 595 FM 2815 Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-2840 Seventh & Main Baptist Church 617 Elwood Baptist Intersection of CR 2125 N. Main Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-8679 and CR 2544 near Ivanhoe, Texas Faith Independent Baptist Church 12676 W Hwy 82 Savoy, Tx 75479 903-965-5517

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

Latter-day Saints

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints Bonham Ward 1540 S Hwy 78 (903) 583-4949

Lutheran

St. James Lutheran Church 14394 E FM 1396 Windom Tx 75492 Phone:903-378-7116

Methodist

Congregational Methodist Church corner of Hwy 121 and W 13th St. PO Box 386 Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-7380 Christian Chapel CME 1005 West Market St. Honey Grove, Tx 75446 903-378-3518 Ector United Methodist Church 401 Church St. Ector, Texas 75439 (214) 728-3549 First United Methodist Church of Leonard 206 N. Main / PO Box 218 Leonard, TX 75452 903-587-3463 First United Methodist Church of Trenton 211 North Second Street @ Hunt Trenton, TX 75490 903-989-2378 First United Methodist Church of Bonham 801 Star Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-3314 Grove Hill Methodist Church 5501 FM 1553 Leonard, TX 75452 Marvin United Methodist Church Office Phone 903-364-2411 FM 898 E Whitewright, Texas

Fannin Bible Baptist Church (Fundmental, Primera Iglesia Baustia Hispana 1134 FM Independent) 903/583-3581 273 Bonham, Texas 75418 903-583-5727 Mulberry United Methodist Church, 5638 FM 274, Ravenna, TX 75476, First Baptist Church of Bailey Trinity Baptist Church 219 W. Denison phone 1-888-311-8508 PO Box 221 Bailey, Texas 75413 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-3388 (903)583-4793 McKenzie United Methodist Church Valley Creek Baptist Church 3615 FM in Honey Grove 700 N. 6th St. Honey First Baptist Church of Bonham 710 896, Leonard, TX 75452 903-587-2386 Grove, Texas 75446 903-378-2315 N. Center Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-8519 Westside Baptist Church 1500 West Telephone United Methodist Church, Main Honey Grove, Texas 75446 903- 360 CR 2145, Telephone, Texas First Baptist Church of Dodd City PO 378-3468 Box 47 Dodd City, Texas 75438-0047 Windom United Methodist Church (903)583-4465 Windom Baptist Church PO Box 1026 207 Second Street PO Box 936 Windom, TX 75492 (903) 623-2215 Windom, TX 75492 940-390-0146 First Baptist Church of Honey Grove PO Box 124 Honey Grove, Texas 75446 Wild Horse Creek Cowboy Church Pleasant Grove CME Church box 34 (903)378-2768 2992 CR 2285 Telephone, Texas 75488 Ladonia TX 75449 Hwy 64 903-367-7870 903-486-1630 Nazarene First Baptist Church of Ladonia 301 Catholic East Main Ladonia, Texas 75449-100 Bonham Community Church 347 FM St. Elizabeth Catholic Church corner (903)367-7038 273 Bonham, TX 228-563-0423 of 10th & Maple Bonham, TX office 903-583-7734 Non-Denominational First Baptist Church of Leonard 100 Church of Christ Golden Gospel Church 4435 County East Thomas St. [PO Box 1146] Church of Christ Leonard, Texas 75452 Road 2610 in Bonham, Texas Leonard, TX 75452 (903) 587-2250 (903) 587-2229 (903) 227-8527 First Baptist Church of Pecan Gap Ector Church of Christ Hwy 56 & Cedar Presbyterian PO Box 100 Pecan Gap, Texas 75469 St. Ector, Texas 903.965.4398 First Presbyterian Church of Bonham (903)359-6683 818 N. Main St. Bonham, Texas 75418 Katy Blvd Church of Christ 411 Katy (903) 583-2014 Blvd Bonham, TX 75418 706-294-5996 First Baptist Church of Randolph PO Box 14 Randolph, Texas 75475 First Presbyterian Church of Leonard Midway Church of Christ Hwy 56 W (903)583-6900 112 W. Thomas St. Leonard, Texas Bonham 903 583 3989 75452 (903) 989-2771 First Baptist Church of Savoy .O. Northside Church of Christ 2020 N. Center Box 177 Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) Main Street Presbyterian Church Bonham, Texas 75418 (903)583-3484 965-4160 P.O. Box 188 or 504 E. Main St. Honey First Baptist Church of Trenton PO Box 157 Trenton, Texas 75490 (903)989-2319

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

Church of God

Bonham Living Word Church of God First Fannin Baptist Hispanic Church Rt. 699 E Hwy82 Bonham,TX 75418 4 Box 10 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) Phone: (903) 583-5655 583-5727 First Pentecostal Church of God Gober Baptist Church P.O. Box 82 1850 S HWY 121 Bonham, Texas 75418 Wolfe City, Texas 75496 (903) 583-2378 (903) 583-7878

Central

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

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Mother’s Day Weekend Fun!!!

Hey Folks, come join the fun on Mother’s Day weekend as the “Spirit Of Elvis”

returns to Bonham, Texas at Powder Creek Pavilion. Show Time8:00- 11:00 PM. Doors

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A PLACE NAMED FORGIVENESS

When I was a child, Saturday morning was set aside as the time we children could sit on the couch, cereal bowls in our laps, and watch Saturday morning cartoons and dramas. The dramas of that time had no rating; all were able to watch without scurrying the children from the room. There was always an overlying theme: Good guys vs. Bad guys; Right vs. Wrong. And there was always a hero and always a villain. There was one scene that I dreaded: the quandary created by quick-sand. Both the good guys and bad guys were subject to falling into the villainous and unsuspected quick-sand. The hero would show up, rope in hand, to pull the victim from the unforgiving grasp of the quagmire. I always held my breath, and my heart raced. I always longed to see the one, whether hero or villain, trapped in the foundationless death pit pulled to safety. I could not imagine any more fearsome plight than to be pulled under by this evil, death-producing force. If the one in the sand was able to lift a hand, he would grasp the rope and the hero would pull him to safety. If he were too far down and could not reach the rope, he perished. When the victim was pulled to safety, he lay on the ground sobbing and thankful to his rescuer, knowing he had been rescued and his sure-death experience had been reversed. He was breathing instead of drowning. He had been forgiven his misstep. Regardless of his own efforts, he could not overcome the pit; He owed his life to his rescuer.

Highway 82 & 287 Yard Sale Friday, June 4th & Saturday, June 5th 2021

For seventeen years on the first Friday and Saturday in June, the Red River Valley Tourism Association (RRVTA) would like to invite you to this year’s regional event of the season – the US Hwy 82 & US Hwy 287 Yard Sale! In the Red River Valley area, North Texas and Southern Oklahoma on the dates shown above, there will be yard sales, garage sales, sidewalk sales, farmer’s markets and flea markets LOCATED WITHIN participating communities covering 425 miles of the Highway 82 and Highway 287 corridors and beyond! From as far as New Boston in the east, to Munday and Seymour in the west, south to Henrietta and north to Quanah, and Frederick, Oklahoma points in between, you are sure to find lots of treasures. HOW IT WORKS: Along the way, participating towns will have maps available guiding shoppers to the special sales throughout their communities. Some towns will have yard sales set up at a central location, while others may have them spread throughout the community. Still, others will showcase their downtown merchants or their flea markets/trade days. In most communities, we DO NOT set-up along the highway. FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY: Make plans now to travel through the Red River Valley region of North Texas and Oklahoma for the US Hwy 82/287 Yard Sale. You’ll discover fun for the whole family—from heritage homes to historic down-

towns, from art to antiques, from cattle trails to cultural facilities. SEE MAP BELOW: For a list of participating US Hwy 82/287 Yard Sale communities and locations where local maps and information can be picked up. Check this page for a complete list of participating communities. For more information or to request a Brochure, please contact: VISITORS CENTER INFORMATION Address: 327 N Main St, Bonham, TX 75418 Phone number 903-5839830 Website: VisitBonham.com Email: info@visitbonham. com

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All humanity suffers a similar plight. We are all at one time in the quick-sand of “Sin.” So, what is sin? Who defines it? First, sin is not merely an act – sin is a terminal condition. In our modern world, we do not want to talk about sin, or we want to change the definition of sin based on the changing times in hopes that what we once considered sin and evil can be redefined as good. This is an age-old problem as men strive to justify themselves against the absolutes of God. “Sin” means to miss the mark or miss the target, and when we miss God’s target, we find ourselves in quick-sand. One cannot turn quick-sand into an oasis, no more than we can redefine the Creator of the Universe’s laws and standards. “There is only one Lawgiver and Judge, the One who is able to save and destroy.” James 4:12 All of us have missed the mark, we have “sinned.” We can compare ourselves to others, and when we do, we find ourselves better or worse by comparison. One day we are thriving, the next day we are sinking. This is when it gets to be a bottomless pit; the more we move in our sinful state, the further down we sink. “Surely there is no righteous man on earth who does good and never sins.” Ecclesiastes 7:20. We all need a hero to save us. We all need a Savior! JESUS is a transliteration of the Hebrew name YESHUA which means, “The Lord is Salvation,” or “The Lord is The Savior.” God loves His creation. He created humanity in His own image. But we humans missed God’s mark by willfully running away from the life-giving force of God and found ourselves fallen into a bottomless pit. Today, we might say that in man’s departure from their Creator, all the oxygen went out of the room. In seeking independence from God, we and all humanity ran into the quick-sand or quagmire of sin which produced death. “For the wages [results] of sin are death.” Romans 6:23. THEN CAME JESUS – GOD’S SALVATION. Jesus was born in Bethlehem (House of Bread), He was raised in Nazareth (The Branch) and after His encounter with Satan, Jesus went to Capernaum which served as the base for His earthly ministry. The name Capernaum (spelled Kaparnaham in Hebrew) means a place of consolation, forgiveness and protected by sorrow. What does that mean? As Christ Followers, we are dependent on God’s Forgiveness. On a personal level, we must agree with God that we have sinned; we have missed His mark, and, in our sorrow, we agree with God that we need His Salvation. This is called repentance. We change our direction from trying to save ourselves and admit we cannot pull ourselves up to save ourselves. We must acknowledge that JESUS is God’s Salvation and the only One that can deliver us from the pit of death. We must ask Him to save us. Jesus, as the definition and person of God’s salvation, did not just throw us a rope, He got in the pit with us, protected us, and pushed us out. He died, and because of His sinless sacrifice, death could not keep Him down. For without sin, there would be no condemnation – no wages for sin, no death. In taking our place in the pit, He stamped our rap sheet, “INNOCENT – PAID FOR BY MY DEATH. He made a covenant with anyone who would accept HIS Sacrifice – a Promissory Note stamped “PAID IN FULL” and signed with His blood. He satisfied God’s standard when we could not. Jesus was perfect before God, the very image and essence of God in the flesh. He never missed the mark; He never sinned. It was God’s plan all along that “God made Him [Jesus] who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God.” 2 Corinthians 5:21. Our life now and for all eternity is founded in GOD’S FORGIVENESS. The perfect for the imperfect; the sinless for the sinner; the living for the dead. Jesus taught, peached, lived, and died from A PLACE NAMED FORGIVENESS. “Jesus Himself bore our sins in His body on the cross, so that we might die to sin and live to righteousness. I Peter 2:24. What a Hero! No wonder they call Him Savior! Signed: Teri Sheddy

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Annual

CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY SATURDAY - MAY 8TH

FREE Hamburgers & Hot Dogs FREE Vegetable Plants

Fannin County Texas A&M Club Awards Local Scholarships

The Fannin County Texas A&M Club recently awarded seven $500.00 scholarships to area students who will be attending Texas A&M University at College Station beginning in the Fall semester 2021. The recipients are Kelbi Coates (Leonard HS), Callie McGee (Whitewright HS), Ben Patrick (Honey Grove HS), Brenley Sadler (Leonard HS), Allie Towery

Kelbi Coates plans to study Biomedical Science on her way to a career in anesthesiology. While attending Leonard High School, Kelbi was involved in powerlifting, student government, Beta Club, and a variety of other sports.

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(Honey Grove HS), Madison Vaughn (Leonard HS), and Erin Wismer (Leonard HS). The scholarship is available to students who submit an application/essay regarding their high school achievements, reside in Fannin County, and have been accepted to attend Texas A&M University, College Station.

Callie McGee aspires to be a physician’s assistant and will major in public health. Callie was an academic all-state selection this year in basketball and has been very active in her local Family, Career and Community Leaders of America chapter. While attending Honey Grove High School, Ben Patrick was active in sports and held the Beta Club vicepresident position for the state of Texas. Ben plans to eventually attend Chiropractic School and will major in Kinesiology while at Texas A&M. Brenley Sadler’s dream of owning her own business leads her down a path of business management as a course of study through the Mays Business School at Texas A&M. Brenley has been involved in student government, Beta Club, and Leonard Tiger Cheer. With a vision of becoming a physical therapist, Allie Towery plans a course of study as a kinesiology major. The Salutatorian of Honey Grove High School was also active in basketball, softball, Beta Club, FFA, and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Leonard High School’s Madison Vaughn has excelled in powerlifting, volleyball, cheer, and basketball. While majoring in biology, Madison wishes to eventually practice dentistry and specialize in orthodontics.

Community service and helping others has been a driving force for Erin Wismer. The Leonard High student dreams to be a labor and delivery nurse and will major in public health.

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as what policies they have in place to protect against child sexual abuse.” “Most importantly, ask the organization what their policy is on one-adult one-child situations,” said Barber. Organizations that eliminate or reduce to the greatest extent possible one-adult one-child situations will greatly reduce the opportunity for sexual abuse to happen. With young children who need diapers changed or assistance going to the bathroom, Barber encourages parents to ask questions about how and where that happens at the day care or other locations. Continued See Abuse on page 17

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Continued from page 16 All interactions between adults and children or even older youth and young children should be observable and interruptible by others. Parents should also begin talking to children about child sexual abuse when their children are very young. As young children learn to identify their eyes, ears, nose and other body parts, it a great time to also learn the proper names for their private parts. As the child grows, the conversations should change and grow too. “One way to explain it,” said Barber “is that the parts of your body covered up by your bathing suit are your private parts. If anyone tries to touch you on

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your private parts or asks you to touch their private parts, tell them “no,” get away from them and go tell a parent or other trusted adult.” It is also important to explain to children that the person could be a family member, close friend or even an older youth. “There are also several books available to read to your child that will help open up a conversation about this topic,” said Barber. “Two books that we like at the Children’s Center are “It’s My Body” and “Your Body Belongs to You.” These books are simple, straight forward and inexpensive.” Barber stressed that it is important to read the book and/ or talk about this subject more than once with a child. “Think

about teaching your child how to say the alphabet or count, you cannot go over it once and 3/7/17 expect them to know it,” said Barber. “Repetition is important.” The Children’s Center also offers two types of free classes for adults. “Recognizing and Reporting” is a 1.5 hour class that covers recognizing the signs of child abuse and the steps of how to report it. “Stewards of Children” is a 3 hour class that focuses solely on sexual abuse and covers preventing, recognizing and responding appropriately. Classes will be scheduled soon and announced one the center’s website and social media. Details and registration links will be posted on the agency website at www.fanninccc.org.

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OBITUARIES

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PENNY PEARSON

Penny Lou Pearson, age 60, earned her wings Thursday, April 22, 2021 at Texoma Medical Center in Denison, Texas. Penny was born August 8, 1960 the daughter of James and Mary Francis (Huston) Pearson. She was a self-made woman with an abundance of interest and hobbies. She was a true warrior in overcoming breast cancer, uplifting and inspiring others with their battle. Penny lived her life to the fullest. Being a free spirit, she loved to hike and camp in Colorado. Penny was artistic, inventive, and loved to play the drums. Penny was very passionate about drumming. She often made drums for herself, gifts for others to enable them to participate in the drumming circle. She was an advocate for animals, having spent time at various animal shelters caring for rescues. Some of her special hobbies included teaching and playing chess with her nephew Garrett, shopping with niece Cheyenne, nature and sightseeing with her nephew Nikolai and sister dates with her three sisters. Other hobbies included belly dancing, bungee jumping, working with clay figuring, making fairy bowl concrete planters, working landscape and flower gardens with Jim. Penny was a fan of Blues music. Penny was a local realtor for 13 years. She had a bubbly personality with a bright smile that would really light up the room. Anyone who knew her personally or in passing, will never forget the impact that she had on their life. Although her passing leaves a void in all of our lives she will live on forever in our hearts. Penny leaves behind her beloved family, soul mate, Jim Kalisek of Ravenna, TX; sisters, Tammie Willis of Sherman, TX; Tammy Jamison of Bonham, TX; and Julie Lynn Hall of Virginia, Uncle Ray and Kathy Huston, Aunts Joann Littlepage, Louise Hill, niece Cheyenne Baker, nephews Garrett Pearson and Nikolai Hall. Special Bonus Moms, Vicky Varner and Nancy Chambers. She was preceded in death by grandparents, Horace and Thelma Young and Hulen Pearson and Algie Copeland, aunt Georgia Rumfelt, mother Mary (Cookie) Mann, father James Ross Pearson, and uncle Bobby Pearson. Memorial service to celebrate Penny’s life will be held at Loves Way, 92 Hidden Meadows Lane in Denison, Tx. on Saturday, May 15, 2021. Time to be announced. Condolences may be registered online at www.fisherfh.com

MARILYN RAYE “MERT” FINNEY

Funeral Services for Marilyn Raye “Mert” Finney, age 68, of Bonham, Texas were held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, May 3, 2021 at Bethlehem Baptist Church in Bonham, Texas under the direction of Wise Funeral Home. Rev. Craig White officiated. Burial followed at New Upper Union Cemetery in Ravenna, Texas. Marilyn passed away Tuesday morning, April 27, 2021 at her home in Bonham, Texas, lovingly surrounded by family. Marilyn was born on September 19, 1952 in Bonham, Texas, the daughter of Theodore Roosevelt Brown and Gertie Lee Topsy Brown. She graduated from Bonham High School in 1970 after attending Booker T. Washington School. Marilyn attended Grayson County College. She married Larry Finney on July 22, 1977 in Bonham, Texas. They were married 43 years prior to her passing. Marilyn worked for Blue-Cross Blue Shield (Trailblazer) for 38 years before retiring. She enjoyed reading and going to garage sales. Marilyn liked to listen to George Strait and Randy Travis and watching Billy Dee Williams and Denzel Washington. She was a cherished member of Bethlehem Baptist Church in Bonham, Texas. Marilyn served as a Deaconess, Youth Advisor, Announcing Clerk, Women’s Mission and Assistant Sunday School Teacher. She is preceded in death by her parents and son, Michael Hill. Marilyn is survived by her husband, Larry Finney of Bonham, Texas; daughters, Shaneco Benay Finney of Paris, Texas and Shandra Denise Finney of Bonham, Texas; brothers, Paul Brown of Bonham, Texas, James Henson Jr. of Bonham, Texas, Robert Brown of Grand Prairie, Texas, and Dennis White and wife Dora of Van Alstyne, Texas; sisters, Joyce Woods and husband Wayne of Bonham, Texas, Rose Ransom and husband Guy of Bonham, Texas, Linda Givens and husband Jimmy of Bonham, Texas, Josephine Phea of California, and LaQuetta Dukes of Bonham, Texas; grandchildren, Keona Finney, Troy Darby Jr., and Dillon Hill; great grandson, Ya’Khyng Hill; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and a host of friends. Pallbearers were James Woods, Rashad Woods, Brandon Henson, Brandon Ford, Jake Mathenia, J.T. Givens, and Mark Woods. Online guest register at www.wisefuneralhome.com

A Celebration of Life with US Naval honors for Robin Ray Warren, age 73, of Ivanhoe, Texas, will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, May 15, 2021 at the Wild Horse Creek Camp 5/4/21 & Cowboy Church 2992 CR 2285 Telephone, Texas, Fannin County. Pastor John Salem will officiate. Robin passed away Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at his residence surrounded by family and friends. Robin was born September 26, 1947 in Athens, Texas, the son of Charles David Warren and Robbie Lee Sherman Warren. He was a 1966 graduate of McCollum High School in San Antonio, Texas. He joined the United States Navy on Sept. 29, 1964 while still in high school. He faithfully served his country through the Vietnam Era and received various medals, ribbons and awards. He retired as a CT01 on Oct. 31, 1997. Following his retirement from the US Navy, Robin owned and operated RRW Service & Repair restoring old houses from 1997 until 2004. In 2004, he came to Fannin County to work on the restoration of the buildings at Lake Fannin and remained there as caretaker until 2014. He was a HAM Radio operator with friends in numerous towns and countries. Robin was a member of CERT and for a time served on the Fannin County Historical Commission. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, David Michael Warren. Robin is survived by two daughters, Jennifer Rae Devlin of Fredricksburg, Virginia and Stacey Evelyn Garner of Honey Grove, Texas; a sister, Karen Page of Ivanhoe, Texas, and 8 grandchildren, extended family

and friends. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice in his honor or the Save Lake Fannin (see facebook page for details) Cremation arrangements were under the direction of Wise Funeral Home. Online guest register www.wisefuneralhome. com

MICHAEL MONTE, SR.

Memorial Funeral Mass and Rosary for Mr. Michael Monte, Sr., age 79, of Bonham will be announced at a later date. He passed away on April 20, 2021 at the Texoma Medical Center in Denison. Michael was born on October 14, 1941 in New York City, New York, the son of Salvatore Monte and Victoria DePasquale Monte. He attended schools in New York City and Rockland County and married Carol Ann Kinard on July 21, 1961 in Nanuet. New York. He was an independent truck driver and was a member of the St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Bonham, Texas, where he enjoyed writing and printing the Sunday bulletins. Michael was the Past President of the Pastoral Council and built many wooden items by hand for the church including a beautiful podium. One of his favorite pastimes was watching Oak Island and Alaskan TV programs. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister and brotherin-law, Rose and Don Gundlah and sister in-law Gail Mazzei. He is survived by his wife, Carol Monte of Bonham; sons, Michael Monte Jr (Donna) of Bonham, Paul Monte (Jennifer) of Allen, Texas; daughters, Anne Marie Monte Burks (Darin) of

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Smithville, OK, Elizabeth Monte Brown (Bryan) of Van Alstyne, TX; brother, Joseph Monte (Carole) of Lewes, Delaware; grandchildren, Jeremy Monte (Amanda), John Evans (Heather), Brooke Monte, Ashley Monte, Kendall Burks, Jessica Clemens (Tyler), and Joshua Brown; great grandchildren, Samantha Bennett, William Monte, Hunter Monte, Gavin Monte, Lily Evans, and Cole Clemens, Brother- in law Alan Kinard (Gloria) of Cedar Town, GA, Brother-in law Joe Mazzei of Denton, TX, several nieces and nephews, special care giver Hollee Scott for all her loving care and his beloved canine companion Rocky. Memorials may be made to the St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, 916 Maple St. Bonham, Texas 75418 You may sign the online guest register at www.wisefuneralhome. com

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TRACEY LEE MASON

Tracey Lee Mason, age 53 went to meet the Lord on February 10, 2021, where she lived in Dallas. The daughter of Deryl and Linda Bishop. She is survived by, son – Josh Lindsey, daughter – Kathy Lindsey, sister – Sherry Capehart. A private memorial service will be held for her. Uncle Rev. Barney Walker will officiate.

SAMUEL CHRISTOPHER DALTON

Bonham-Liam Wayne Velazquez, “Budder”, age 2 months was born on February 10, 2021 in Denison, TX to Jose Guadalupe and Madyson Lea (Bellah) Velazquez. Liam passed away on Friday, April 23, 2021 at his home. Though the life of Liam was short lived he touched many lives in his short time here. God called him home too soon! He will be missed and forever loved in the hearts of family. Liam is survived by his parents, Madyson and Jose Velazquez of Bonham, and sister, Marianna Jade Velazquez; grandparents, Maria and Martin Velazquez, and Sonseea Lea and Dudley Wayne Baker; Aunt Montana Leanne Bellah and husband Seth; cousin, Robert Jaxx Williams; Uncle Tucker Baker; Uncle Gio Velazquez and wife Mariam; cousin Aubrey Velazquez; Great Aunt Candice Whitlock and husband Chris; along with numerous other, aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family members and friends. Graveside services were held at 2:00 pm on Friday, April 30, 2021 at Dodd City Cemetery. Bro. Matt Davis officiated. Tucker Baker and Seth Williams served as pallbearers. To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www. coopersorrells.com

RUBY INEZ (PYLES) NEAL

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JOB TITLE: DEPUTY SALARY: $36,569.21 BENEFITS: Vacation, Sick Leave, Holidays, Medical, Dental & Life Insurance, and TCDRS Retirement. VALUES: Professionalism, Integrity, Courtesy, and Community. REQUIREMENTS: 21 years of age; current TCOLE Peace Officer’s certification, and valid Texas Drivers’ license. All applicants are subject to a criminal background investigation, physical, psychological evaluation, and drug screen. APPLICATIONS: May be picked up at the Fannin County Sheriff’s Office Monday – Friday, 8AM - 5PM., or online at www.co.fannin.tx.us

5 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandchild; sister Jeanie Latimer of Bonham, TX and brother, Ted Brown Pyles of Valdosta, GA. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Travis, parents, daughter, Linda Bagby, brother, Odell Pyles and sisters, Beth Clark Harper, Jessie Fay Young and Sybil Chesser Irwin. Graveside services were held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, May 1, 2021 at Arledge Ridge Cemetery. Bro Ed Neal officiated. To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www.coopersorrells.com

Bonham-Ruby Inez (Pyles) Neal, age 96, of Wylie, TX was born on October 22, 1924 in Gober, TX to Jessie Lee and Prudie Fae (Brown) Pyles. She passed at her home on Sunday, April 25, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. On July 3, 1946, Ruby married Travis Lane Neal in Grayson County Texas. Together they had 2 children, Richard and Donna. Ruby was a homemaker and a member of the First Baptist Church in Farmersville. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother, sister, and friend. Ruby is survived by her son, Richard Neal and wife Cathy of Wylie, TX and daughter, Donna Jackson of Merit, TX;

On Tuesday, April 20th 2021, Samuel Christopher Dalton, loving husband and father of two children peacefully passed away at the age of 71. Sam was born on December 30th, 1949, son of Marcus Lafayette and Jessie Kathryn Dalton, in Dallas, Texas where he was raised. He graduated from Highland Park High School and he later received a bachelor’s degree from Dallas Baptist University. Sam met his devoted wife, Judy Dalton, in Junior High and they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary last year in 2020. Sam was a kind, gentle, compassionate spirit, and one of the hardest working men you would ever meet. Every person he ever met or knew became a friend. He loved to talk and make people smile and laugh. He was a lover of animals and nature. His dogs brought him so much joy. They were his buddies and worked the farm right by his side every day. He loved his cows too and he was one of the best caretakers of cattle in the county. He also loved to watch his birds and squirrels eat from the feeders while sitting on his porch. Sam was preceded in death by his father, Duke and mother, Jessie. He is survived by his wife, Judy Dalton and his two children, Sandy and CJ, Grandchildren Mattie, Duke and Jackson. He also had two brothers, David and Billy and a Sister Lucinda, with many nieces and nephews. A memorial service was held on Saturday, May 1st at 1:00 pm at Selfs Church of Christ located at 200 County Road 2730 (corner of Hwy100 and CR 2730, Honey Grove, Texas. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to your favorite local animal rescue or shelter. To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www.coopersorrells.com.

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Commissioners Court - Security for District Court/Upcoming CR Closures Hearing By Rose Schwartz Tuesday, April 27, 2021, County Commissioner Jerry Magness called to order the Fannin County Commissioners Court at 9:00 a.m. in County Judge Randy Moore’s absence. Quorum was established as all four of the County Commissioners were present. Invocation was led by Pastor Gene Reddick of the New Home Baptist Church in Bonham. Pledges were led by Major James Manis. 4. Public Forum: Major James Manis spoke to let it be known that he and his wife had received the J&J vaccine and the only side effect they had was a sore arm. With all the bad publicity the vaccine received, he wanted it known that he and his wife had no problems. 5. Introduction: Beth Purcell from Senator Hall’s office was welcomed to the meeting. 6. Discussion, consideration and action regarding the Fannin County Declaration of Disaster Proclamation for Covid-19: Commissioner Magness reported that as of 2:50 p.m. Monday, there were 2,612 confirmed cases; 852 probable cases; 33 active cases with 30 of those in the prisons; 3,391 recovered; 108 fatalities and a 3.13% hospitalization rate. After the report, a motion was made, seconded and passed to extend Proclamation one week. 7. Discussion, consideration and action regarding the Covid-19 Response and Continuity of Operations Plan for Fannin County: Motion was made, seconded and passed to extend the Plan one week till May 4, 2021. 8. Discussion, consideration and action regarding Covid-19 update and needs for supplies or personnel: Fannin County Emergency Coordinator Troy Hudson reported the vaccine availability. Discussion ensued with Commissioner Magness stating though some are choosing not to receive the vaccine, he believes it is a good idea to vaccinate. 9. Discussion, consideration and action to sign Interlocal Agreement with TCOG for the development of Fannin County’s Hazard Mitigation Plan: Troy Hudson gave a summary ending with Commissioner Lane making a motion to have agreement signed. Commissioner Self seconded the motion and motion passed. 10. Discussion, consideration and action to approve Memorandum of Understanding with TCOG in regards to the development of Fannin County’s Hazard Mitigation Plan, nominate Troy Hudson as County representative and have County Judge sign on behalf of the County: Motion was made by Commissioner Lane, seconded by Commissioner Lackey and motion passed to approve. 11. Discussion, consideration and action regarding Courthouse Restoration: In the absence of a written report, Commissioner Lackey covered recent updates as continued work on main power wiring in the building; continued column work on the South side; continued work on windows; continued work on metal shingles; continued cornice work on top of building and work on the gutters. Discussion ensued on the good work being done. 12. Discussion, consideration and action to approve minutes from 03/09/21 (S) Lake Zoning, 03/09/2021 (R) and 04/13/2021 (R): Motion was made by Commissioner

Lane, seconded by Commissioner Lackey and passed to approve minutes. 13. Discussion and report of monies collected by the Justice of the Peace, Pct 2 office for March 2021: Commissioner Magness read the report of $1,372 being received by that office. 14. Discussion, consideration and action to set public hearing for 8:40 a.m. on 05/11/2021 to hear comments regarding partial closure of County Roads 3375, 3640 and 3645 and full closure of County Roads 3605 and 3610 in Ladonia, Texas: Manager of Property Services with Upper Trinity Regional Water District, Doug Janeway, thanked the court for the opportunity to speak. He began by stating there would be a public presentation May 11 that would include a power point presentation and a map showing where the partial closures of County Roads 3640 and 3645 on the South side of the dam will occur. He stated County Roads 3605 and 3610 on the North side of the Lake will close completely and how County Road 3375 was a resident request to have closed completely. He said more information would be available at the Public Presentation on May 11th. After his statement, motion was made by Commissioner Lackey to set the public hearing for 5/11/2021 at 8:40 a.m. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Self and passed. 15. Discussion, consideration and action to approve a one-time severance of 1.00 acre from a 4.00-acre tract on CR 1450 in Bonham: Fannin County Development Services Director Di Hopkins reported that all was in order for the approval to occur. Commissioner Lane made the motion to approve. Commissioner Self seconded the motion and the motion passed. 16. Discussion, consideration and action regarding an armed guard for the District Court: Fannin County Auditor Alicia Whipple reported in place of Michelle Case. Discussion ensued about the benefits involved and how using a security service would be a lesser cost to the county than hiring an employee. It was also noted there had been a lengthy meeting regarding this need prior to today’s meeting. Motion was made by Commissioner Lane to hire an armed guard for the district court, Have the County Judge sign on behalf of the County, and have the funds taken out of the Courthouse Security to pay for services from May 1st to Sept 30th. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Self and passed. 17. Discussion, consideration and action to award Altitude Services, LLC a contract for the Dolomite Scope of work for the Fannin County Courthouse Restoration project: Commissioner Lackey gave a report of a section of dolomite stone on the bottom of the courthouse that was different from other stone on the Courthouse and how Altitude Services has a product closes to the original stone. Motion was made by Commissioner Lackey to approve, seconded by Commissioner Self and passed. 18. Discussion, consideration and action to approve the hire of Thousand Mile Construction for the Courthouse renovation to supplement Bryco-Bryant Company for two months with 4 masons @ $45.50/ hour and the rental of a mast

climber at $3,800/month; to be paid from construction contingency: Commissioner Lackey reported on why this is needed and explained this was considered by the Committee overseeing this work, to be the most economical way to get the stone-work done. Motion was made by Commissioner Lackey to approve, seconded by Commissioner Self and motion passed. 19. Discussion, consideration and action to review and approve the Fannin County Investment Policy: Alicia Whipple explained how this is an annual requirement and a change that was currently needed. Commissioner Self made a motion to approve, Commissioner Lane seconded the motion and motion passed. 20. Discussion, consideration and action to review and approve the Fannin County Fund Balance Policy: Alicia Whipple explained this was also a yearly requirement and other than the date, no changes were made. She further stated that both policies are on the county’s website for any wishing to review. Motion was made by Commissioner Lackey to approve, seconded by Commissioner Lane and passed. 21. Discussion, consideration and action to approve payment of bills: Motion was made, seconded and passed to approve payment of bills. 22. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Deliberation Regarding Contract Being Negotiated – a closed meeting will be held pursuant to *551.0725 of the Government Code for deliberation regarding business and financial issues in relation to contract (s) being negotiated where as an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the Commissioners Court in negotiations with a third person – regarding Architectural Services for a Justice Center: Motion was made, seconded and passed to go into Executive Session at 9:40 a.m. Motion was made, seconded and passed to enter back into regular session at 10:03 a.m. 23. Discussion, consideration and action regarding Executive Session: No discussion, no action taken. 24. Comments by County Commissioners and County Judge: Commissioner Lane thanked everyone for attending today’s meeting and because of the coming rain, she said Precinct 1 is working on ditches and creating ditches where needed before significant rain hits. She announced another open house at Lake Fannin on May 8th with gates opening around 8:30 or 9:00 a.m. Commissioner Self thanked everyone for coming, urged caution with the rainy weather coming in and wished all a good week. Commissioner Lackey also thanked all in attendance, reminded all that heavy rain causes roads to get soft and thanked all for the opportunity to serve. Commissioner Magness expressed hope that the Judge gets well soon and that he enjoyed his vacation and gets back quickly. He said he was glad to see Rusty back as well as everyone else. He reminded the public that the doors are always open, that no one is trying to hide anything and that there is a lot of information that can be obtained from the county’s website. He thanked all for putting up with him today. 25. Adjourn: Motion was made, seconded and passed to adjourn at 10:07 a.m.

LINDA LUANN (ROBLEE) PETERSON

Linda LuAnn (Roblee) Peterson, 77 of Plano, Texas, left her earthly body on Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at Medical City Hospital McKinney, while holding the hands of her children and surrounded by the love of cherished friends. Family and Friends gathered to Celebrate her Life on Saturday, May 1, 2021 at 1:00 pm in Bonham, Texas at the Wise Funeral Home Chapel. Pastor Clayton Davis officiated. Linda was born in Napa, California on August 24, 1943, the daughter of Stanley Ralph Roblee and Ina Maria Narragon. She was a graduate of Kearney High School in Kearney, Nebraska. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts Degree from Kearney State College and quickly obtained her teaching certificate. Linda taught high school Speech, English and Drama until she met, married and started a family with Rodney Ola Peterson on April 6, 1966. Building a family and providing a home for children needing a temporary and permanent home, was of huge importance to Linda and Rod. For this reason, Linda chose to temporarily leave the classroom and spend her days being a mom to ultimately nine children, with additional “sons and daughters of the heart” often in their home. Because of their Christ-like hearts, love for people, and conscious choice to say “yes” to God’s call on their lives, Linda and Rod’s home was always open to those in need. Linda and Rod (along with 2 other couples) started a weekly Bible study in their home, that moved into their cabinet shop, then to the field of their country home, and finally became Grace Fellowship Church in Kearney, Nebraska, which still ministers the Gospel of Christ to a large congregation today. With their mission-minded hearts, Linda and Rod were also taken to the Christian Outreach Center Bible College in Missouri and then to the mission field in India where they were involved in sharing the love of Jesus and building an orphanage. Linda always considered herself a “Bridge Builder” and spent her entire adult life doing just that, building bridges and sharing loving connections between people of every race, culture, and religion. In 2003, she was officially recognized for the call on her life, her work in the mission field both in the US and internationally as a bible teacher, her service as Christian Counselor and minister, and she was officially ordained as a Minister of the Gospel by Restoration Ministries in Aurora Colorado. Once most of her kids were older, Linda also turned her mission heart back to the public school system, and returned to her love of teaching English, Speech, and Drama in Texas Public Schools. She was also passionate about her own acting and depicting female Bible characters to minister at women’s church conferences. Linda also fully enjoyed acting in productions with the Sherman Community Players throughout the years. Her teaching career took her to numerous cities and communities in Texas and allowed her to make positive changes in the lives of so many students. Up to

the day of her death, Linda still received status updates, baby and grandbaby photos, endless encouragement, and abundant messages of love from students whose lives she touched in more than 30 years of teaching. Linda took so much joy from spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Above everything, her favorite place to be, was spending time with family. Linda’s love for life, love for her family, love for her students, love for her friends, and endless love for Christ will forever live on through the lives of those she touched, even for the briefest of moments. We will miss the quirky smile that often accompanied an eye-roll and then a laugh, her gracious and generous spirit, and her awesome hugs. Yet, we have confidence we will be reunited with her again on the other side of this life. Linda was preceded in death by her parents and two sons, Ricky Eugene Peterson (1985) and Johnny Wayne Peterson (1991) and a granddaughter, Sophia Peterson (2009). Linda LuAnn Peterson is survived by her sister Lori Ellen Sizer of Friend, Nebraska. Sons: Doug Larson and wife Crissa of Haxtun, Colorado, Steven Blue and wife Asya of New York City, Randy Eugene Peterson and wife, Margie of Gober, Texas, Kevin Ola Peterson and wife, April of Bonham, Texas, Andrew Dean Peterson and wife Tammy of Slidel, Louisiana, David Allen Peterson and wife, Chris of Denison, Texas; Daughters: Kathy Lynn Peterson Kizer of Bonham, Texas, Melissa Ellen Peterson of McKinney, Texas, Kathryn Metta “Katie” Peterson of Sherman, Texas; Grandchildren: Krystal Ann Peterson Crace, Sara Marie Peterson Dirickson, Kristina Marie Nelson, Victoria Sulin Nelson, Nicholas Ola Peterson, Daine Lee Dunlap, Haidyn Paige Peterson, Jonathan David Peterson, Jeremy Wayne Peterson, Carley Denean Larson Daniel and husband Travis, Joshua Michael Larson and fiancé Jeni, Faye Nelle Blue, and Ragan Colman; Great Grandchildren: Haeden Daniel, Travis Daniel, Nevaeh Ann Dirickson, Alica Lynn Dirickson, Luke Wayne Peterson, and Emily Brooke Peterson, Nina Marie Dunlap; A number of cousins, numerous cherished friends, and countless former students. Honorary Pallbearers: Randy Peterson, Kevin Peterson, David Peterson, Andrew Peterson, Jeremy Peterson, Daine Dunlap, Doug Larson and Stephen Blue. Cards can be sent to the family c/o Melissa Peterson PO Box 261, Allen, Texas 75013. Online guest register www.wisefuneralhome. com

MILDRED EARLINE (RHUDY) MCKENZIE

Bonham-Mildred Earline (Rhudy) McKenzie, age 91, of Bonham, TX was born on March 13, 1930 in Ector, TX to Roy Michael and Julia Alice (Teel) Rhudy. Mrs. McKenzie passed away on Tuesday, April 20, 2021at Texoma Medical Center Bonham Hospital. Mildred married Lemax Ellis McKenzie on January 17, 1959 in Bonham, TX; he preceded her in death on September 6, 2003. She is survived by sons, Ricky Ellis McKenzie of Bonham, TX; Phillip Eugene McKenzie of Bonham, TX; daughter, Kathy Elaine Miller of Savoy, TX; 4 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home Bonham, TX. Memorial services are pending for a later date. To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www.coopersorrells.com

OBITUARIES ELIZABETH “BETTY” LORRAINE BURNHAM CAYLOR

Bonham- Elizabeth “Betty” Lorraine Burnham Caylor, 96 years and 9 months of age passed away on Saturday, April 24, 2021 at her home with family by her side. Elizabeth was born July 26, 1924 in Bath Maine to Irving L. and Edith (Travis) Burnham. Of eight children, Betty was the only daughter. She met William Lester “Dub” Caylor when he was serving in the United States Navy. They married September 1, 1945 and were married 60 ½ years prior to his passing. Their marriage produced four children: David, Ann, Ricky, and Deborah. Elizabeth was a “homemaker” in the fullest since of the word. She kept a spotless house, cooked excellent meals and was a wonderful baker. Everything was homemade, no box mixes. She and Dub raised a large garden from which she fed her family and either canned or froze for the months ahead. Elizabeth loved pretty flowers and a pretty yard, and it showed. She loved to work in the yard. She kept scrapbooks of family, friends and world events that are a real treasure. She enjoyed needlework. Family was everything to Elizabeth and she dearly loved each and everyone of them. She loved to see her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren whenever they came. Holidays were a real special time to her, a great time of family gatherings. Elizabeth, “Betty” was a member of the Sandy Baptist Church for about 72 years. She held many different jobs there and was always up to feeding the preacher and his family if needed. She was always helping and providing food if there was a need in her surrounding area. She will be greatly missed as she was a real treasure. Elizabeth is survived by her children, David Caylor and wife DeAnn of Manor, TX; Ann Bennett of Ravenna, TX; Ricky Caylor and wife Linda of Ravenna, TX; and Deborah Burnett and husband Ronnie of Ravenna, TX. Grandchildren, Teresa Mills, Jason Caylor, Mandy Jones, Jeff Burnett, Calvin Burnett, Travis Herring, Aimee Kleppin, and Carrie Caylor; along with 13 great grandchildren; brother, Bill Burnham and wife Lucille of Bath, ME, and sister-in-laws, Alice Caylor and Violet Caylor. Elizabeth is preceded in death by her loving husband Dub, her parents, and brothers, Irving Woodbury, Lawrence, Robert, Ralph, and George. Funeral service were held at 10:00 am on Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home Bonham, TX. Mr. Darrell Hall and Bro. Ronnie Ball officiated. Serving as pallbearers were Jason Caylor, Jeff Burnett, Travis Herring, Calvin Burnett, Gary Mills, and Brian Jones. Serving as honorary pallbearers were Blanton Hanes, Joe Walker, Phil Hurley, Scott Kleppin, and Johnny Baker. Interment followed at Willow Wild Cemetery. To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www.coopersorrells.com

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LEGAL NOTICE

Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Beer and Wine Retailer's off-Premise Permit by Kailas LLC Dba Magers Food Stores, located at 14712 S State Highway 121 Trenton TX 75490, Fannin County Texas. Owner of said LLC is Prem lata Sethi.

EMPLOYMENT Fannin County District Clerk’s Office has an immediate opening for a motivated individual to work afternoons 1 – 5pm 4 days a week and 2-5pm 1 day a week for a total of 19 hours per week. This position will pay $12.00 per hour, with pro-rated vacation, sick leave and retirement. Candidates for the position must be computer proficient with the ability to learn new software, be dependable, able to deal responsibly with the public and court personnel. Applications available online at www.co.fannin.tx.us or at the District Clerk’s Office, resumes required with all applications. Please apply at the Fannin County District Clerk’s Office, 200 East 1st Street, Bonham. Application will be accepted until the position is filled.

4/27/21

Take action for yourself and be there for others.

LEGAL NOTICE

AT A MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON APRIL15, 2021, THE CITY OF DODD CITY, TEXAS, APPROVED AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DODD CITY, TEXAS, ALTERING THE PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMITS ESTABLISHED FOR VEHICLES UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF §545.356, TEXAS TRANSPORTATION CODE, UPON THE BASIS OF AN ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC INVESTIGATION, UPON CERTAIN STREETS AND HIGHWAYS, OR PARTS THEREOF, WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF DODD CITY, AS SET OUT IN THIS ORDINANCE; AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OR DESIGNEE TO ERECT THE APPROPRIATE SIGNAGE; PROVIDING A REPEALING CLAUSE; SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; SAVINGS CLAUSE AND PROVIDING A PENALTY OF A FINE IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED THE SUM OF TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS ($200.00) FOR THE VIOLATION OF THIS ORDINANCE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Timothy Davis Mayor Pro-tem City of Dodd City

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that original Letters of Administration for the Estate of DONALD LEE BERTRAM were issued on November 24, 2020, in docket number PR-202012843, pending in the County Court at Law Number of Fannin County, Texas, to VICKIE L. LINCOLN. All persons having claims against the estate, which is presently being administered, are required to submit them, within the time and manner prescribed by law, and before the estate is closed, addressed as follows:

3/23/21

Representative Estate of DONALD LEE BERTRAM C/o THOMAS A. REDWINE 112 S. Crockett Street Sherman, TX 75090 Dated: April 22, 2021 By THOMAS A. REDWINE Attorney for Administrator of the Estate of DONALD LEE BERTRAM

5/4/21

EMPLOYMENT NOTICE Leonard I.S.D. is seeking individuals who may be interested in applying for a custodial position. Applications are available at Leonard I.S.D. Administration, 1 Tiger Alley, Leonard, Texas. For information regarding this position, please contact Bobby Hanson at 903-5872318 ext. 407.

LEGAL NOTICE

3/30/21 Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Wine and Beer retailer’s Off-Premise Permit by Chad Peterson dba Hidden Grove RV Resort, to be located at 19300 E US HWY 82, Honey Grove, in Fannin County Texas, Officers of said Corporation are Wade Peterson-Owner and Doug Zadow-Owner, with Chad Peterson-General Manager

SAVOY I.S.D. Position- Custodian/Maintenance 4/27/21

5/4/21

Description- Custodial duties are the primary part of this position but the ability to help with light maintenance projects is a plus. Also the ability to attain a CDL with a passenger endorsement is a plus. Same benefits, insurance and retirement plan as teachers and administrators. Applications may be picked up Mondays-Fridays at the Savoy Administration building located at 302 W. Hayes during regular business hours or at www.savoyisd.org. Savoy I.S.D. is an equal opportunity employer.

Fannin County Commissioners Contact Information Precinct 1 Commissioner Edwina Lane Pct. Barn Location: 8865 Highway 56 W (2 miles east of Savoy) Savoy, Texas 75479 Phone: 903-965-7030 Email Address: elane@fanninco.net

Precinct 2 Commissioner A.J. Self Pct. Barn Location: 500 N. Highway 69 Leonard, Texas 75452 Phone: 903-587-3455 Email Address: aself@fanninco.net Precinct 3 Commissioner Jerry Magness Pct. Barn Location: 18101 East FM 1396 (Just off Hwy 82) Honey Grove, Texas 75446 Phone: 903-378-2941 Email Address: precinct3@ fanninco.net

4/27/21

Precinct 4 Commissioner Dean Lackey Pct. Barn Location: 1369 East Highway 56 Bonham, Texas 75418 Phone: 903-583-2039 Email Address: dlackey@ fanninco.net

PUBLIC NOTICE OF BID

Notice is hereby given to all interested parties that the Fannin County Commissioners Court will accept sealed bids for Mowing and Landscape Maintenance for the following County Buildings to include but not limited to mowing and trimming of all turf areas, general site cleanup, weed eating around buildings, removal of trimmings, leaves and fallen limbs, and clearing of mowed debris from sidewalks, parking lots, etc. • • • • • • •

South Annex – 210 South Main – Bonham, TX County Office Building – 1203 E. Sam Rayburn Dr. – Bonham, TX Derrell Hall Education Center – 2505 N. Center St. – Bonham, TX Treasury Office- 200 East 1st Street, Bonham, TX Old Jail Lot – 221 E. Sam Rayburn Dr. – Bonham, TX Parking Lot – 301 Chestnut – Bonham, TX DA and County Clerk Office – 800 E. 2nd Street, Bonham, TX

Specifications may be obtained from: Michelle Case Fannin County Purchasing Agent 200 East 1st Street Bonham, TX 75418 Sealed bids must be filed in the County Purchasing Agent’s Office before 3 p.m., May 12, 2021 or said bids will not be considered. Bids shall be opened on Wednesday, May 12, 2021, at 3 p.m. in the Fannin County Purchasing Agent’s Office, 200 East 1st Street, Bonham, TX 75418. Fannin County Commissioners Court reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

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AUTOMOBILES FOR SALE: 2011 Chevy Impala. 220 Chestnut St. Bonham. 903-583-3000. FOR SALE: 2005 Toyota car. 220 Chestnut St. Bonham. 903-583-3000. FOR SALE: 2005 BMW. 220 Chestnut St. Bonham. 903-583-3000.

EMPLOYMENT WANTED: I need someone to Deep Clean my house. Call: 903-664-2046 PAINT/CLEAN AIDE Texoma Housing Partners is seeking to fill the position of Paint and Clean Aide. Primary responsibilities include painting and cleaning vacant units located in 9 cities’ public housing properties; vehicle provided during work hours. Additional responsibilities will include assisting PHA Maintenance Mechanics with routine work orders, preventative maintenance and any other duties as assigned. Must be able to perform physical and manual labor. Appropriate driver’s license, physical and drug screen is required. Applications will be accepted Monday through Thursday 8:00am – 5:00pm until a sufficient pool of applicants has been received. Applications are available at the THP Maintenance Building located at 814 W. 16th St., Bonham, Texas. For more information call 903640-2042. THP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE Work from Home Returning Calls and emails. 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. Call 903-486-8123 (Judy) WTWM Transport OTR driver needed Class A CDL. 1 year driving experience. Preemployment drug screen required. Good home time. Family owned and operated Weekly pay period. Insurance offered. For more information call Chris at 903-227-7447. HELP WANTED Welding & metal building experience a plus. 903-436-0555 Anna (Westminster) TX – Youth Care Workers for boys in foster care ages 7-13. High School Diploma, Background check, 21+. Day shift, overnight, and internships available. 214-973-0052.

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JIMMY CASH PLUMBING Help Wanted: Licensed plumbers and helpers. Call: 214-881-7039

LYNDA KELLY-LISTON ESTATE SALE Main Street, Honey Grove, can’t miss it! For more pictures and info see eagerlysought.com or follow us on Facebook/ Instagram. Starts Thursday May 6th, 5PM till 7PM Fri/Sat. 9-4 Sun. 1-3 Brian Owen, Owner Eagerly Sought Antique and Vintage Store & Estate Sale Services www.eagerlysought.com - 903-378-3112 - 402 6th St. Honey Grove, Tx 75446 (Downtown on the square)

COAST TO COAST CONTRACTING 586 W. State Hwy 56 Bonham,Tx 75418 Looking to hire full time employees to join our landscaping team. Pay is based on experience and drivers license is a plus. Must be willing to work. Call or Text 903-436-5875 KENNEL WORKER NEEDED Full time position. Must be able to live on premises. Furnished house, new appliances, utilities furnished, landline telephone, satellite TV, and salary. Job duties include feeding dogs, cleaning pens twice daily, moving dogs and general upkeep of the kennels. NO PETS. For further information and interview appointment please call 903-664-3453 or 903-4867172 NEED an experienced carpenter’s helper and a mechanic’s helper. Call: 903-821-0604 or 903814-8620 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. 7:30am-4:00pm, 5 days per week. Send resume via email to brett@bfgammon.com. 903-583-3597

ESTATE SALE ESTATE SALE May 6, 7, 8. Thurs. & Fri. 9am-5pm. Sat. 9am-2pm. House full of furniture & antiques. Tools, doll collection, lamps, Ridgeway floor clock. Too many things to mention! 253 CR 1125, Ravenna. Cash Sale! LIVING ESTATE SALE 11047 S. State Hwy 121, Trenton, Texas 75490 May 7-8 @ 8:30 - 5:30 Tell-City Furniture in Hardrock Maple: Dining Table (6 chairs), Kitchen dining table (6 chairs), wooden rocker, coffee and end tables, double size bed with head and foot boards; antique double bed (foot and head board w/wooden rail w/matching 4-drawer dresser; antique sofa/ chair and other antiques; VINTAGE clothing, quilts; nice ladies’ clothing; pounds of beautiful fabric and notions for the seamstress and quilters; Pfaff sewing machine; GE matching set washer and dryer (like new); Frigidaire freezer; small Whirlpool fridge w/ freezer; 2 cloth like-new matching recliners; kitchen and serving wares; exercise bike; yard tools; Polaroid camera; Christmas items; composter; gardening equipment -- 98 years of collections! All clean and ready to use! Call/Text: Pam at 972-977-7606

FOR SALE 2300 DITCH WITCH 4 wheel drive, good condition. Ready to work. $6,000, firm. Selling due to retirement. 903-647-8031 MOBILE HOME SERVICES Bill Wilson Mobile Home moving business For Sale due to retiring. Trucks, trailers & equipment. Call: 903-6478031

GARAGE SALES GARAGE SALE May 7th - May 8th 900 Amy Way Bonham TX Lots of miscellaneous items from 3 families. Ladies, Girls and Men’s clothing. Buy some get some! Lawn Mower and much more. Pictures will be available on FB marketplace. FRIDAY, MAY 7th HUGE YARD SALE 7am - close First Congregational Methodist Church, Hwy 121 and 13th Street, Bonham. Clothes, shoes, toys, furniture, household items and decor, tools, RV supplies and much more! 20 MILE GARAGE SALE & MARKET ON THE SQUARE Saturday, May 8, 8am 4pm. Come Shop the Market & Garage sales in Ladonia, Pecan Gap, Dial, Bug Tussel, Ben Franklin. Address list will be published week of sale @ cocladonia.org/events and on Chamber of Commerce of Ladonia Facebook page. GRANNY’S PLACE & GRANNY’S CHRISTMAS STORE Resale shop. 10 South Plaza in Ladonia, TX. WedSat, 10am-5pm. See us on Facebook. Call 903-3677095.

FOR SALE Love seat, micro fiber, muted red color & 2 chairs, tapestry fabric with muted red, gold, soft green, mixed colors. $225.00. Call: 903583-5120 Looking for LAND TO LEASE To run cattle on. 10-300 acres. Keep your land in AG and fences/land maintained. Call 903-4862900 A PAW UP Helping Animals In Need Thrift Store 101 West Hayes, Savoy Open Friday thru Sunday 10am-5pm

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Six Softball Squads Seeking State: Postseason could be long again for Fannin County squads in ‘21

Honey Grove’s Makiyah Johnson heads for third base on March 16. Trenton’s Alicia Vasquez (25) completes a home run trot on March 30. 2019 awaited six this spring, as April ended. Bonham’s Sarah Wrape (11) In Region II-3A, Bonham qualified for its 12th-conruns home on March 9. secutive trip to the playoffs -- the last 11 coming with Photos and story manager Micky Englutt at the by Rich Hilliard helm. The Lady Warriors adChances to replicate the postseason softball successes vanced as the No. 3 seed from of Fannin County teams in District 11-3A at 11-4, after a

Ector third baseman Madison Wix (23) prepares to throw to first base on April 10.

7-6 play-in win over Gunter on April 26 on senior Brynn White’s walk-off hit. In 2019, Bonham’s postseason run ended prematurely in the area round -- against eventual State champion Emory Rains -- after having reached the regional quarterfinals the previous three seasons. The other five postseason qualifiers from Fannin advanced via 15-2A. Dodd City earned the No. 1

Leonard’s Kelley, DC’s Weeks set for State tennis singles

seed -- with an accompanying first-round bye -- and Ector claimed the district’s No. 2 berth to the Region II-1A postseason. The Lady Hornets, a 1A State semifinalist in 2017 and 2019, went 9-3 in district play -- with sweeps of two of the four 2A teams in the district. In 2019, it took eventual 1A champion D’Hanis to stop Dodd City. The Lady Eagles, who fin-

Dodd City third baseman Addyson Chaney looks to tag her base after fielding a Sam Rayburn’s Jade Alexgrounder on April 10. ander pitches on March 4. ished 5-7 in 15-2A, reached the Region II-1A semifinals in 2019 -- a year after advancing to the 1A State final. Sam Rayburn, Trenton and Honey Grove claimed the final three of four available 152A berths to the Region II-2A postseason. The Lady Rebels, a 2019 Region II-2A semifinalist, claimed the No. 2 seed at 9-3, sweeping Dodd City en route. The Lady Tigers, a 2019

Atchley’s Achievement: Freshman’s State advance in 400m continues standout school year for DC girls athletics

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Leonard’s Kenna Kelley. Courtesy photo By Rich Hilliard Leonard senior Kenna Kelley in May will make her third-straight trip in as many opportunities to the Class 3A State girls tennis tournament. To qualify again, Kelley, a Colorado Mesa University signee, won the Region II-3A girls singles title -- her third-consecutive -- on April 27 at the Cascades Country Club in Tyler -- to remain undefeated this

Dodd City’s Austin Weeks. Photo by Rich Hilliard

season. She earned a bronze medal as a freshman and reached the quarterfinals as a sophomore at State, before COVID-19 prematurely curtailed all University Interscholastic League sports last mid March. Meanwhile, Dodd City sophomore Austin Weeks will make his inaugural appearance at the pinnacle of high school tennis in Texas. Weeks advanced

to the 1A State boys tennis tournament by winning the Region III-1A boys singles title on April 27 at Whitney. State quarterfinals and semifinals will be in San Antonio on May 20: at the Annemarie Tennis Center for the 3A boys and girls and at the Blossom Tennis Center for 1A boys and girls. Finals will occur the following day for 1A-3A at the Blossom Tennis Center.

regional quarterfinalist for the third-straight time during seven-consecutive postseasons, garnered the No. 3 seed at 7-5. Honey Grove’s Lady Warriors, a 2019 softball-program-best regional finalist, advanced as the No. 4 seed at 2-10. In 2019, it took 2A-eventual champion Crawford to stop both Sam Rayburn and Honey Grove.

DODD CITY -- Success has come quickly for Kaylen Atchley. Last October, the Dodd City freshman teamed with a fellow underclassman via a Top-10 finish at the district meet to lead the Lady Hornets to a second-straight team regional cross country advance. However, she admitted surprise about advancing individually to the highest level -- the Class 1A State track and field meet -- in the 400m dash “It was mind-blowing,” said Atchley, on April 26. “I was shocked and proud of myself that I had made it.” Atchley finished second in the 400 at the Region III-1A Meet in April to advance to the State competition. She will vie at 6:45 p.m. on May 8 at the Mike A. Myers Stadium of The University of Texas at Austin. Atchley again achieved during her freshman year of athletics by

Dodd City’s Kaylen Atchley. Photo by Rich Hilliard working out alone.

“I ran a mile a day to stay in shape,” she said. “I also went to a track and would sprint as fast as I could and then walk ... with my dad timing me.” Her success continued a particularly successful school year in girls athletics for Dodd City. In November, the Lady Hornets reached the volleyball regional finals for the first time since 2001 and sophomore Lindsey Mauppin advanced to State again in girls cross country. In March, Dodd City won the 1A girls basketball title with 32-0 record. In April, the Lady Hornets garnered the top district seed to the 1A softball playoffs, finishing in the top half of 15-2A -- which mostly includes 2A teams. Overall, Dodd City stood tied for fifth in the annual Lone Star Cup 1A standings, through March 18 -- only eight points out of first place.

Rion Baccus, DC Lady Hornets win 1A individual, team FT recognition Sophomore Rion Baccus won the Class 1A girls individual award and Dodd City’s Lady Hornets garnered the 1A girls team honor from the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches for the 2020-21 season for made free throws. Photo by Rich Hilliard

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