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ham, TX 75418. There is still time to become a vendor. Are you crafty? Do you have textile arts and/or crafts to sell? We are taking vendor applications through July 11th.

Everyone is encouraged be a part of this great quilting event.

If you have a quilt you would like to display, we have a place for it to be seen. The Bonham Visitor Center, located at 327 N Main St. Bonham, TX, will be accepting quilts for display starting Wednesday, July 19th through Friday, July 21st 9am to 4pm.

For more information, contact the Bonham Visitor Information Center at 903-583-9830 / info@visitbonham.com. This amazing event started in 2010 and we are so excited to watch it grow and expand each year. See you at the Bonham Quilt Hop!

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Broadband Development Office Invites Community Members to Public Meeting

Press Release - The Texas Broadband Development Office (BDO) wants to hear from you! Communities around the state are meeting to discuss internet connectivity in their region. High-speed internet connectivity means increased access to the online world. With internet connection, people can access a telehealth appointment, work from home or video chat with friends and family far away. Having access to affordable, reliable high-speed internet and having the skills to use it can increase quality of life and opportunity for Texans.

The BDO and the Metroplex regional working group are hosting a community conversation about the needs and priorities of our community for the billions of dollars the state is receiving to bring internet connectivity to all residents.

Join us on July 10th from

4:00 - 6:00 PM at Texoma Council of Governments at 1117 Gallagher Drive, Sherman, TX 75090. Your voice matters! Having widespread input will help the BDO develop a comprehensive state plan.

Register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/texas-bdo-regional-public-meeting-sherman-tickets-665596987507? aff=odcleoeventsincollectio n&utm_source=brevo&utm_ campaign=Texas%20 Broadband%20Development%20Office%20Public%20Meeting&utm_ medium=email to join the conversation.

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Dixon Announces His Intent To Run For Fannin County Sheriff

My name is Leigh Dixon and I would like to announce my intent to run for Fannin County Sheriff in the March 2024 Republican primary. I am a lifelong Fannin County resident with over 25 years in law enforcement. I have held various positions in those 25 years; patrol corporal, patrol sergeant, drug task force officer, instructor, and police academy instructor which I have been for over 10 years and currently with Texas A&M Regional Law Enforcement Academy. I am currently the Chief of Police in Honey Grove which I have been for the past 5 years. I believe my vast experience has provided me with the knowledge and skills to be Sheriff of Fannin County.

My goal is to lead the Fannin County Sheriff’s office into the changes that are happening to this county. With the growth that is certain to come with current real estate purchases and developments planned, the Sheriff’s department will need to be proactive and ready. I want to increase and maintain the staffing to accommodate the needs of Fannin County. I will work with every elected official, city and county leaders, schools and most importantly our great citizens to accomplish these goals. I will make positive and fiscal decisions as your Sheriff. Each and every person of the Sheriff’s department will be accountable for the success and operations assigned to them. I believe that the Sheriff’s department is a team that works together to cross goal lines, the Sheriff is the coach that assembles the best team to be successful. I will always have an open door to hear every concern there is. I will serve each and every citizen of this county with fairness, compassion and respect. I will seek common ground with everyone because I realize that every decision made will not always be the most popular but it will be the best for our county.

Again, I am asking for your support in the March 2024 primary and I look forward to being your Sheriff.

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Press Release - If you’ve spent part of your life—or most of your life—struggling to get by in the world, the idea of actually getting ahead might seem out of reach. But even if your story has been filled with barriers, vanishing opportunities, and setbacks, the next chapter can change all that. Yes, you have to write it, but you don’t have to do it alone. In a facilitated group setting, Getting Ahead in a Just-Gettin’By World takes you step by step

through a discovery of yourself like no other. It’s not just about how you got where you are now. It’s also about what comes next to build the life you want. Learning in this sixteen week course comes from the materials provided and the discussions that happen in the group. Be prepared to share and participate. No one will tell you what to think or do, evaluate you, or hand you a plan. You will become the problem solver in your own life.

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Expectations include being on time, being an active part of group discussions, doing homework, and attending every class. Meals and free childcare are provided, and you will be compensated for your time and participation ($25 weekly stipend).

Participants include men, women, older and younger generations - each on a personal journey but seeking something better for yourself and your family.

Graduate Deborah shares “The Getting Ahead program has changed the course of my life. When I started, I knew very few people in my community. I felt lost and unsure of how to start moving my life forward. The people I have met and the lessons I have learned have sparked a fire in me. I feel empowered to change, with a community to help guide me, and a hope for my future. “

“The Getting Ahead program has helped me budget my income more wisely and look ahead for

Recipe Sponsored by: 7/4/23

CREAMY SEAFOOD STUFFED SHELLS

Jumbo pasta shells, cooked and drained

2 green onions, finely chopped

1 Tbsp. oil

¼ c. butter plus 1 Tbsp, divided

¼ c. chicken broth

4 oz. clam juice (½ bottle)

½ lb. bay scallops

½ lb. small shrimp (peeled & deveined/without tails)

1 can (6 oz.) white crab meat

¼ c. all-purpose flour

¾ c. milk

¼ tsp. salt

¼ tsp. pepper, divided

½ c. heavy cream

¼ c. grated Parmesan

Parsley for garnish

Melt 1 Tbsp. butter and oil in a large skillet over med-low heat and saute onions until tender. Stir in the clam juice, chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, add in the shrimp, scallops, crab meat and 1/8 tsp. pepper. Return to

a better future for me and my family.” says graduate Caitlin. “I highly recommend this program to others for others to achieve a better life.”

Ready to change YOUR life?

The next Getting Ahead classes will begin in August 14, 2023 at the Bailey Inglish Early Childhood Center in Bonham on Monday evenings at 5:30 pm. Applications are available at the following locations:

• Fannin County District Attorney’s Office, 800 E. 2nd St., Bonham

• Texoma Housing Partners, 806 W 16th St., Bonham

• Fannin County Family Crisis Center, 118 E. Sam Rayburn, Bonham

Or online: https://www. tcog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Getting-AheadProgram-Application.pdf

Please return completed applications to one of the above locations no later than August 1.

a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 4-5 minutes until the seafood is cooked through (shrimp is pink and scallops opaque ). Drain the seafood, reserving the liquid. Set aside. To make the sauce, set a large saucepan over med-low heat and melt the remaining ¼ c. butter. Stir in the flour and mix until smooth. Gradually add in the milk and reserved liquid while continuously stirring. Sprinkle in the rest of the salt and pepper. Bring the sauce to a boil and cook for about 2 minutes until thickened, continuing to stir. Remove the sauce from heat and mix in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Take about 1/3 c. of the sauce and mix it in with the seafood. Fill each of the shells with the seafood mixture. Take your serving plates and spread a generous amount of sauce over the bottom. Top with the shells and sprinkle with parsley.

This is a good one and I hope you will give this recipe a try!

ENJOY!!!

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

The Millinery Shops of Bonham

Bonham Daily Favorite, 3-16-1915

Bonham Daily Favorite, 4-12-1923

By Malinda Allison, Fannin County Museum of History

The 17th in a series of articles for the 175th Anniversary of Bonham Hats were an essential element of the wardrobe of wellto-do women in Bonham in the early to mid twentieth century.

There were at least 3 millinery shops in Bonham. Fash-

ions in hats changed from year to year and season to season, and every woman wanted the latest.

The most popular and longest lasting millinery store in Bonham was that of Ms. Homer Thompson. Mrs. Homer Thompson (Cornelia Thompson) bought a millinery shop on the north side of the Bonham Square in

employees

1902 and operated it for the next 53 years. Her hats were the vogue for four generations of Bonham ladies and she often made trips to St. Louis, Chicago and New York where she bought supplies and learned the latest styles.

During the busy seasons of Easter and the wedding months, she employed as many as 14 women in her shop. Many hats had plumes and were quite expensive. The Fannin County Museum of History has a wonderful collection of women's hats. Come in to see them in person.

ARRT Honors Four in I Am the Gold Standard Program

Press Release (June 21, 2023)

— The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is pleased to announce the four Registered Technologists (R.T.s) who earned honors in this year’s I Am the Gold Standard program.

They are:

• LuAnn Daniel, R.T. (R)(M)(CT)(ARRT)

• Diane Forbes, R.R.A., R.T.(R)(VI)(ARRT), RDMS

• Felix Zuniga Infante III, R.T.(R)(ARRT)

• Jennifer Thompson, Ed.D., R.T.(R)(QM)(ARRT)

About the Honorees

LuAnn Daniel is the founder and director of Women Rock, Inc., a nonprofit organization in Sherman, Texas. Women Rock provides uninsured and underinsured women with access to early detection of and treatment for breast cancer. Founded with $1,200 out of Daniel’s pocket, the organization today has a budget of more than $700,000 and serves women in 18 Texas and Oklahoma counties. Daniel’s career in diagnostic imaging spans more than three decades.

Diane Forbes is an interventional radiology clinical specialist at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia. In 2019, she traveled to Tanzania to help train the first interventional radiology technologists and physicians in the country. Since then, she’s conducted weekend training sessions via Zoom with Tanzanian technologists. Forbes serves on the Association of

Vascular and Interventional Radiographers (AVIR) Board of Directors and received an AVIR fellowship earlier this year.

Felix Zuniga Infante III is a diagnostic radiology technologist for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) at the VA Wilmington Healthcare System in Wilmington, Delaware. He served for 30 years in the U.S. Army, including time with the 21st Combat Support Hospital providing radiology exams in a combat zone. He was instrumental in relocating a 28-bed hospital in a hostile environment with no loss of critical patient-care capabilities. After retiring from the Army, he took on his current role.

Jennifer Thompson is a program director and professor at Austin Peay State University in Clarksville, Tennessee. She has supported state licensure for technologists since 2016 and began serving on the Tennessee Radiologic Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board in 2019. When Tennessee considered a bill earlier this year that would eliminate most licensure requirements, Thompson involved her students in a grass-roots campaign that involved social media, podcasts, testifying at state hearings, phone calls, and knocking on state legislators’ doors. Although Tennessee ultimately passed the bill, Thompson’s advocacy efforts were considerable.

About the Awards Program

A committee of R.T.s on staff

at ARRT select the I Am the Gold Standard winners. The four will receive airfare, hotel and conference registration for a national society conference of their choice in the continental U.S. Each year, the honor goes to R.T.s who meet one or more of the following criteria:

• Quality and Safety: They’ve led or significantly contributed to research that measurably improves patient care.

• Patient Experience: They’ve consistently provided stellar patient experiences that exceed expectations, and/or they’ve led patient experience efforts that resulted in measurable improvements.

• Advocating for the Profession: They’ve shown a substantial commitment to the profession by leading a volunteer effort or by achieving significant accomplishments while volunteering.

About the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT promotes high standards of patient care by recognizing qualified individuals in medical imaging, interventional procedures, and radiation therapy. Headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, ARRT evaluates, certifies and annually registers nearly 350,000 radiologic technologists across the United States. For more information, visit www.arrt. org

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All About Dogs

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Molding Your Dog the Right Way

By Gregg Flowers

Last time we talked about an older, dominant dog, who had some bad habits. These can almost always be staved off ahead of time if we have an idea how to proceed. And even if we're late to the party, say with an adoptee, behaviors can generally always be remediated.

It's important to remember our dog is 99.9% wolf, genetically. This pretty much comes down to him understanding subconsciously he'll either outrank you or vice versa. Obviously, your dog has to be at the bottom of the pack order. Otherwise you'll have chaos. But there are things we do that give our dog the message that we really 'do' outrank him. (Dogs don't have conversations about these things.) Little things like

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not letting him jump on you or put his mouth on you. And the leash is the granddaddy of "messages" when it comes to conveying the leadership precept. So whether you have a puppy or you have adopted an older dog, right off the bat, you cannot let him jump on you. This is a very primary message of leadership. No higher ranking dog (which is supposed to be you), would ever let a subordinate put his paws on him. Being the 'pack leader' simply means you are the one who makes appropriate rules and boundaries. Max instinctively understands if you disallow jumping, it must mean you outrank him. With a pushier puppy, or a dog who has never been deterred from jumping, it may take a little bit for him to give up on the idea. - Next time, more about the method for enforcing appropriate rules and boundaries.

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Fannin County Commissioners Court –Citizen Spirit of Cooperation

By Rose Schwartz

Tuesday, June 27, 2023, Fannin County Judge Newt Cunningham called to order at 9:03 a.m., the Regular Meeting of the Fannin County Commissioners Court. After noting Quorum was established with all County Commissioners present, Judge Cunningham led an Invocation. Pledges were led by Commander David Johnson of the Military Order of the Purple Heart Commission in Sherman, TX.

4. Introductions: There were no introductions

5. Public Forum: State VAVS Representative of the Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapter 612, Commander David Johnson, spoke to inquire as to why the granite bench that was donated for the Courthouse grounds had been moved from its original position at the front of the Courthouse to a location in the back of the facility. President of Lake Fannin Volunteers Cheryl Youree spoke to request the Lake Fannin road associated with CR 2025 be kept open and maintained by the county for emergency exit purposes. Citizen Carolyn Rogers spoke to commend the swift response to a request she made to Commissioner Lane regarding a downed tree blocking a county road by her residence.

6. Discussion regarding EMS monthly report for May 2023 – County Judge for Scott Ridling, Fire Chief: This was passed on.

7. Discussion consideration and action to approve payment of bills – County Judge for County Auditor: After Commissioner Lane noted the amount to be paid was $80,795.28, she made

the motion to approve payment which was seconded by Commissioner Magness and passed.

8. Discussion, consideration and action to approve Resolution waiving Local Government match contributions for the TxDOT Bridge Replacement Program and entering into Advanced Funding Agreements with the State for the following bridges: CR 2105 at Roberts Spring Tributary, CR 3040 at Polecat Creek, CR 3805 at Spring Creek and CR 3520 at Tollett Creek – County Judge for Katie Vick of TxDOT: After District Bridge Engineer with TxDOT, Katie Vick summarized how this entails bridge replacements at no cost to Fannin County, Commis-

sioner Magness noted this was one of the best things to happen to Fannin County before making the motion to approve the Resolution. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Lane and passed.

9. Discussion, consideration and action regarding a Change in Zoning application; 6.743 acres on CR 2975 in Dodd City, Property ID# 75393; from A&R Agriculture and Ranching District to R&C, Retail and Commercial District – County Judge for Development Services Director: Three citizens residing close to the property spoke to give reasons why they believed the zoning change request should be denied. Discussion ensued which included Commis-

sioner Magness noting future development of the area was unavoidable and one of the protesting citizens stating that Commissioners were elected to represent their constituents and with 46 letters of protest against this action existing and the zoning board recommending the request be denied, he believed any yes vote by a commissioner would be a betrayal of the trust placed in Commissioners by their constituents. After the owner of the property spoke, a motion was made by Commissioner Kopf to approve the zoning commission’s recommendation to not approve the zoning change request. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Lane and passed with one nay vote.

Continued

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Children’s Center Back to School Fair

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The Fannin County Republican Women (FCRW) will be meeting

Monday, July 10, 2023.

Press Release - Guest speakers will be April Gibbs, Fannin County District Clerk, Doug Kopf, County Commissioner Precinct 4, and Louise Goodwater, Justice of the Peace Precinct 1. The program is titled

“The 1st Six Months in Office” . Each speaker

will share some of their experiences, goals, and accomplishments.

Republican Women, Associates and their guests are welcome! The FCRW meeting will begin at 5:30 pm with a meet and greet portion of our gathering where members will bring a covered dish. The program begins at 6:00 pm and concludes at 7:15 pm. Our meeting location is the Family Life Center, 200 W. 8th Street, Bonham, Texas.

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

“Caring for America” is an ongoing service project of the FCRW. This year we will be collecting kitchen trash bags, paper towels and plastic silverware for Open Arms Homeless Shelter located in Bonham. Please bring any contributions to the meeting.

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CLUES ACROSS

42. A $10 bill

48. About ground

50. Medicine man

51. Seedless raisin

52. National capital of Albania

53. Appendage

54. OJ trial judge

55. By the way

56. Bicycle parts

58. Barbie’s friend

59. In a way, stretched

60. Commercials

Sullies 24. Occurs 26. Publicity 27. Near 28. Tools of a trade 30. Offer in good faith

31. “American Idol” network 34. Garments 36. Soviet Socialist Republic 37. Retired NFL DC Dean 39. Hot meal 40. A type of gin 41. Percussion instrument

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2. American songbird

3. Pay

4. International organization

5. Engravers

6. Declared as fact

7. Criminal

8. Jewelry

9. Hospital worker (abbr.)

12. Nonsense (slang)

13. Town in Galilee

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19. Another name

20. Sheep in second year before shearing

21. Town in Surrey, England

25. Appropriate during a time of year

29. Creative output

31. Recesses

32. District in N. Germany

33. Rider of Rohan

35. The official emblem of the German Third Reich

38. One who puts down roots

41. Scribe

43. Painted a bright color

44. Tycoons

45. Actress Thurman

46. Walking accessory

47. Crest of a hill

49. Member of a North American people

56. Type of computer

57. U.S. State (abbr.)

Barber Retiring from the Children’s Center

Press Release - After more than 22 years as the Executive Director of the Fannin County Children’s Center, Sandy Barber is retiring. Including her prior experience at North Texas Youth Connection, Barber has worked in the nonprofit and child welfare field for more than 31 years. The Board of Directors and staff of the Children’s Center will be hosting a Retirement Party for Barber on Wednesday, July 5. All are welcome to join the celebration from 4:30 – 6:00 pm at the Roy Floyd

Community Center at 1100 W. 5th in Bonham.

Barber’s family moved to Arlington, Texas when she was in sixth grade and she graduated from Martin High School. Six weeks after graduating from Austin College in Sherman, Texas she married her college sweetheart, Bill Barber. Together, they have three daughters, Jessica, Katie and Cassidy.

Barber said, “There have been LOTS of changes in the 22+ years I have been here at the Children’s Center. Growth

is definitely tops on that list. When I started, we had 4 staff and an annual operating budget of about $145,000. We now have 9 staff and a budget of more than $900,000. We were located in an office space in which the rent was donated when I started. In 2003 we purchased, renovated and moved into our current facility. We currently have about 8 acres of land donated and we are working to raise the funds needed to build a new, larger facility.”

When Barber started, the

Children's Advocacy Center (CAC) was only about 18 months old in Fannin County and was considered a "developing center." Over her time at the center, mental health services were added to the CAC. Other new services added during her tenure included the Rainbow Rooms (emergency clothing & resource closet) and child abuse prevention classes. The CASA and CAC programs expanded and evolved over the years to keep up with the growing population in our community as well as the changing state and federal standards for CASA and CAC.

The annual Christmas and School Supply Drives also grew under her leadership thanks to generous donors.

“There have been many changes in technology too,” said Barber. “When I started, we had dial up internet, we did not have an agency website and social media was not even a thing. Grants were submitted by mail and monthly grant billing was submitted by fax.”

“There have been LOTS of challenges along the way too,” said Barber. “Some of those challenges have included the times we lost grants or had turnover with staff or partners. The increasing state and federal standards from both CASA and CAC have been challenging too. Juggling both CASA and CAC has also been part of the challenge at times. No matter what the challenges have been, I would say I mostly worked to meet them by collaborating with our staff, board, volunteers, partners, donors and other supporters. The nature of this work and our mission relies on a variety of folks coming together, giving and doing what they can, to make good things happen for kids from hard places.”

Barber said, “What I liked most about this job was definitely the difference we have made for hundreds of kids and families over the years. I have been blessed to be able to play a small part in getting abuse to stop, healing to begin and in some cases, justice to be granted. A close second would be the opportunity I had to help others in our community see how they too can make a difference for kids from hard places. Whether I was inviting folks to donate, recruiting volunteers or board members, hiring and training staff or teaching folks how to recognize and respond to suspected child abuse, it was energizing to me to figure out how I can connect others to be a part of our important

mission. On the other hand, the thing I liked least was firing people. No matter how deserved it was, I have never liked doing it.”

When asked what she would miss most, Barber said, “The people. I will miss seeing kids skip down the hallway to go to their counseling sessions and the parties we had when kids got to go home or get adopted. I will miss working closely with the dedicated staff, volunteers, partners, donors and board members too.”

Barber has been honored with many awards over the years.

In 2019, she won the Athena Leadership Award, which honors women in leadership and the Angels in Adoption Award, which included a trip to Washington DC. Texoma Council of Governments named her the Regional Citizen of the Year in 2015 and the Bonham Chamber named her the Citizen of the Year in 2021.

In 2011, she won the Texas CASA Go Give Award. “This was extra special to me because it recognized me for being a support and inspiration to my fellow CASA Executive Directors from across the state,” said Barber. Bonham ISD has also named her a "Friend of Education" three different times over the years, including this year. Barber served terms on the boards of Texas CASA, Children’s Advocacy Centers of Texas as well as many local organizations. She was recently recognized for serving twenty years on the Criminal Justice Advisory Committee at the Texoma Council of Governments.

“It has truly been my honor and blessing to do this work for more than two decades,” said Barber. “Now it is time for me to hand the baton on to the next leader. I am really excited that Kim Skidmore has come back to the center to become our next leader. I am confident the center will be in good hands with her.”

Sandy Barber is retiring after serving as the Executive Director of the Fannin County Children’s Center for more than 22 years. Courtesy Photo

July at the Bonham Library

TUESDAY FUN DAYS

TUESDAYS @ 10:00-11:00

Join us at the Bonham Civic Center for our Tuesday Fun Days events.

July 11 - Bruce Chadwick - Magic

July 18 - Cathy’s Critters

July 25 - Slick Juggling

August 1 - End of Summer Carnival, Grand Prize Drawings, & 1000 Books Recognition

Coat of Many Colors by Dolly Parton & Quilt Hop

We are currently closed for some much-needed building repairs. At this time we do not have a date for reopening. We will continue to update FaceBook and our website @ bonhamlibrary.net daily as to our process. We appreciate your patience as we make the library a better place to serve you.

MATERIALS

We have all items set to automatically renew. If you need to return items we have our 24-hour book drop.

CURRENT SERVICES

Open 9 - 11am in the Conference Room Monday - Friday

New Cards Renew Cards Pick up reserved items Turn in Summer Reading Logs Take and Make Kits Ages 3-6 & 7-12

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Youth: in the Conference Room of the Library. No bathrooms will be available. See adjusted times. Adults: see adjusted locations and times.

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Antennas for Fannin County VFDs

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Symmtrex Ribbon Cutting

Press Release - Fannin County Amateur Radio Club would like to thank Gary Stanley and staff of the Bonham Fix & Feed stores for the materials for the J-Pole antennas. The copper fittings and pipe are a significant donation. Member donations from Bill Purcell, Marti Mumaw, and Jo Dahlin specifically for this project are also appreciated. FCARC works with Emergency Management Office for communications when storms knock out

The recent ARRL Field Day Education activity included cutting the pipe for the correct length for the frequency range, soldering the fittings to assemble the J-Pole. We will continue to complete the project with the fittings for the feedline and “tune” the antenna to adjust for the appropriate frequency.

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Fannin County Community Ministries

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 8:00am - 11:45am 1022 FM 273, BONHAM TX 75418 903-583-3663

Manna House Food Pantry

When: Tuesday • 1pm - 5pm.

Where: 914 S. 5th St. Bonham (across from Calvary Baptist Church.) For more information: 903-583-3910

Community Food Pantry in Honey Grove

McKenzie United Methodist Church, 701 7th Street. 1st and 3rd Thursday each month. 5pm - 7pm. 4th Tuesday: Produce 1pm - 4pm Contacts: Star Breece - 281-832-8116 Soleil - 903-505-0250

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10. Discussion regarding Floodplain Regulations – County Judge for Emergency Management Coordinator: Fannin County Emergency Management Coordinator Troy Hudson led a discussion regarding the need to make floodplain regulations be better known and be enforced. No action taken.

11. Discussion regarding Enterprise Fleet Management – County Judge for Nick Hardwick of Enterprise Fleet Management Fleet Management: This was passed on.

12. Discussion, consideration and action to authorize the release of the following securities with Legend Bank and have County Judge sign release letter on behalf of the County: Cusip # 31418ANF1, FNMA #MA1289, $2,000,000.00, Cusip # 577892HM7, Mayde Creek Tx Mud, $260,000.00 and Cusip # 3128P8D57, FHLMC #C91924, $2,000,000.00 – County Judge for County Treasurer: After Fannin County Treasurer David Woodson explained why this was necessary, a motion to approve was made by Commissioner Magness, seconded by Commissioner Kopf and passed.

13. Discussion, consideration and action to approve a one-time severance of three acres from a 14-acre lot on CR 4875, Property ID# 128257 – Commissioner Precinct 2 for Development Services Director: Fannin County Development Director Di Hopkins noted all requirements had been met for this to be approved and a motion to approve was made by Commissioner Self, seconded by Commissioner Lane and passed.

14. Discussion, consideration and action to (a) purchase a Case Farmall with loader for $79,000.00 from Paris Farm and Ranch and (b) trade in a John Deere 5101E for $20,000.00 – Commissioner Precinct 3: After explaining the need for and the practicality of this action, a motion to approve the purchase was made by Commissioner Magness, seconded by Commissioner Lane and passed.

15. Discussion, consideration and action to approve hiring a temporary part time employee, no benefits, at $18.00 per hour for the summer months for Precinct 4 – Commissioner Precinct 4: Commissioner Kopf discussed the need for this and made a motion for its approval with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed.

16. Discussion, consideration and action to accept donation from the Fannin County Radio Club of a tower with video surveillance for Lake Fannin –County Judge for County Auditor: Amateur radio operator and member of the Fannin County Radio Club David Keene, explained how this tower will enable security surveillance of the facilities located at Lake Fannin as well as enabling internet and wi-fi at the lake. A motion was made by Commissioner Magness to accept the donation with Commissioner Lane seconding the motion which passed.

17. Discussion, consideration and action to approve the Lake Fannin Facilities Rental Agreement renewal for July 2, 2023 thru July 1, 2024 – County Judge for County Auditor: Judge Cunningham discussed with Fannin County Auditor Alicia Whipple, his desire to add clauses to the agreement which she noted would have to be approved by the Forest Service. A motion was then made by Commissioner Lane to approve the renewal of the agreement subject to the addition of a release clause and an indemnity clause. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Magness and passed.

18. Discussion, consideration and action to adopt the Emergency Response Plan for the Fannin County Courthouse – County Judge for County Auditor: Fannin

County Court at Law Bailiff

Joe McIntyre gave a summation of his expertise with plans such as this, what the plan would entail (standard response protocol) and why it is needed. After his presentation a motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve the plan with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed.

19. Discussion, consideration and action to select fiscal year 2023/2024 health insurance plan for Fannin County employees – County Judge for County Auditor: Alicia Whipple confirmed the county would be staying with the current plan but noted there would be a 2% cost increase.

Commissioner Magness made the motion to continue with the same plan as last year. Commissioner Lane seconded the motion which passed.

20. Discussion, consideration and action regarding 2023/2024 salaries – County Judge: Alicia Whipple noted there would be a 5% pay raise for all county employees apart from the Sheriff’s office as deliberations regarding salary levels for that department are ongoing. Commissioner Magness made the motion to accept the salaries with Commissioner Lane seconding the motion. Before the vote was taken a discussion ensued about the Sheriff’s department salary requests and the feasibility of the budget being able to accommodate the increases. The vote on the motion was taken and the motion passed.

21. Discussion, consideration and action regarding entering into an agreement with GovOS for the collection of Hotel Occupancy Taxes (H.O.T.) in Fannin County and authorize County Judge to sign on behalf of the County – County Judge: This was passed on until such time that a representative of GovOS can speak to the court.

22. Report of monies collected by the Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 office for May 2023; $2,570.00 – County Judge (for JP 2): Informational only.

23. Discussion regarding Subdivision Committee and Subdivision Policy – County Judge: No new updates.

24. Discussion regarding Courthouse repairs - County Judge: Fannin County Facilities Coordinator Ruben Moreno gave a summary of his assessment of items needing to be addressed.

25. Discussion regarding Justice Center - County Judge: No new updates

26. Discussion regarding County Budget and revenue sources – County Judge: Fannin County Sheriff Mark Johnson addressed the court earlier in the morning with the reasons for the requested salary level changes he submitted and noted that without knowing if it would be doable by the county, he submitted his request because “if you don’t ask for it, you won’t get it.”

27. Discussion regarding water issues affecting Fannin County – County Judge: Commissioner Kopf cited a problem existing with a landowner not having a sufficient source of water for his property and it was agreed that the problem of availability of water to all residents would have to be resolved.

28. Discussion regarding Fannin County road issues - County Judge: Citizen Robert Fleckenstein of Ivanhoe spoke to first thank the Commissioners for all they do before expounding on the maintenance needs of county roads. He noted how instead of complaining about road issues needing attention, those

citizens who have the expertise and ability to help the commissioners of their precincts, could do as he and others in his community are planning to do and work with the county to accomplish good road goals.

29. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Personnel Matters – closed meeting will be held pursuant to Sec. 551.074 of the Government Code for (1) deliberation of personnel matters regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or (2) to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee – County Judge: Executive Session was entered into at 11:06 a.m. and ended at 11:36 a.m.

30. EXECUTIVE SES-

SION: Consultation with Attorney – a closed meeting will be held pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code to (1) seek the advice of its attorney regarding: (A) pending or contemplated litigation; or (B) a settlement offer; or (2) on a matter in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with this chapter – Standing Session for Opioid Settlement – County Judge: See agenda item 29.

31. Discussion, consideration and action regarding Personnel Executive Session – County Judge: Commissioner Lane made a motion for additional funds to go into Developmental and Environmental Services with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed.

32. Discussion, consideration and action regarding Consultation with Attorney Executive Session – County Judge: No information offered on this.

33. Discussion, consideration and action to return to weekly Tuesday Commissioners Court meetings - County Judge: After some discussion about the practicality of returning to weekly Commissioner Court meetings, a motion to return to the weekly meetings beginning July 11th was made by Commissioner Magness, seconded by Commissioner Lane and passed.

34. Comments by County Commissioners and County Judge: Commissioner Lane thanked everyone for their attendance, commented on the Lake Fannin road issue spoken of in Public Forum, expressed her anticipation for having her crew work with citizen volunteers on the county roads and exhorted all to be careful working outside in the excessive heat before wishing everyone a wonderful week.

Commissioner Self thanked everyone for their attendance, thanked the radio club for the donation of their tower and wished all a wonderful week.

Commissioner Magness commented on the excessive heat and the need to stay hydrated.

Commissioner Kopf thanked everyone for their attendance and their input and noted his crew is currently working a 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. schedule because of the heat. Judge Cunningham commented on the excessive heat, thanked everyone for their attendance and the spirit of cooperation that exists in the county which makes Fannin County a great place to live and wished God’s blessings on all.

35. Adjourn: Meeting adjourned at 11:45 a.m.

CALVARY UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH

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

Where: 1190 Hwy 56 W. Bonham. Pastor: Steven Luton, 903-583-4346

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Prayer for Fannin County

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

All Are Declared Under Sin

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

The Bible declares that “all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God” (Romans 3:23).

We cannot be righteous on our own. Paul refers to Psalms chapter 14, when he writes, “As it is written, There is none righteous, no, not one” (Romans 3:10).

It is easy for us to think of ourselves as good and others as bad. We are reminded that we are not the standard; “For we dare not make ourselves of the number, or compare ourselves with some that commend themselves: but they measuring themselves by themselves, and comparing themselves among themselves,

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are not wise” (2 Corinthians 10:12). John informs that “If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us” (1 John 1:8).

Sin is the real source of all of man’s problems. We are told that “death reigned from Adam to Moses, even over them that had not sinned after the similitude of Adam's transgression, who is the figure of him that was to come” (Romans 5:14).

Each of us are “tempted, when we are drawn away of our own lust, and enticed. Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death”

(James 1:14-15).

Isaiah records this message, “Behold, the LORD'S hand is not shortened, that it cannot save; neither his ear heavy, that

it cannot hear: But your iniquities have separated between you and your God, and your sins have hid his face from you, that he will not hear” (Isaiah 59:1-2). Paul wrote that “the scripture hath concluded all under sin, that the promise by faith of Jesus Christ might be given to them that believe” (Galatians 3:22). Sin must be dealt with. Luke recorded that “they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls” (Acts 2:41). Why were they baptized? Peter had told them to “Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins” (Acts 2:38).

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The Bible tells us in 1 Peter 1:3-5, “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to His abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in Heaven for you, who are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.”

Mercy is defined as the compassionate treatment of those in distress, especially when it is within one’s power to do them harm. We serve a great and merciful God, and His mercy should never be taken for granted. God’s mercy is not something that is owed to us, but He extends it to us even though we are undeserving of it. He extends

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- 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:

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His mercy lovingly, and calls us to extend mercy as well.

As part of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus tells us in Matthew 5:7, “Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy.”

This week I am once again turning to a hymn that was written by Frederick William

in 1862.

Faber

“There’s a wideness in God’s mercy, Like the wideness of the seas. There’s a kindness in God’s justice, Which is

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Romans 12:18

more than liberty. There is welcome for the sinner, And more graces for the good. There is mercy with the Savior, There is healing in His blood.”

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

Bro. Josh Stevenson

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

3375 S outh h wy 121 - B onham 903-583-1671

Assembly of God

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

Baptist

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

Bailey Bible Baptist Church 205 Leslie Bailey, Texas 75413

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Elwood Baptist Intersection of CR 2125 and CR 2544 near Ivanhoe, Texas Faith Independent Baptist Church 12676 W Hwy 82 Savoy, Tx 75479 903-965-5517

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

First Baptist Church of Bonham 710 N. Center Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-8519

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

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

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

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

First Baptist Church of Pecan Gap PO Box 100 Pecan Gap, Texas 75469 (903)359-6683

First Baptist Church of Randolph PO Box 14 Randolph, Texas 75475 (903)583-6900

First Baptist Church of Savoy .O. Box 177 Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) 965-4160

First Baptist Church of Trenton PO Box 157 Trenton, Texas 75490 (903)989-2319

First Fannin Baptist Hispanic Church Rt. 4 Box 10 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-5727

Fannin County

Christian

Ivanhoe Baptist Church 4063 NO.FM 273

Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 (903)583-2359

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

Lamasco Baptist Church 346 CR 2615 Telephone, Texas 75488 903-664-2454

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

Little Bethel Baptist Church PO Box 63 Ladonia, Texas 75449 Phone (903)367-7708

Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Rt 1 Box 101B, PO Box 73, Ladonia, Texas 75449 Phone (903)367-7009

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

Pilgram Rest Baptist Church 703 Agusta St. Trenton, Texas

Ravenna Baptist Church 100 Elm Street Ravenna, Texas 75476

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Valley Creek Baptist Church 3615 FM 896, Leonard, TX 75452 903-587-2386

Westside Baptist Church 912 W. Commerce St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 903-249-2987

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

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

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

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

First Congregational

Episcopal

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

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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

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

Methodist

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

Ector United Methodist Church 401 Church St. Ector, Texas 75439 (903) 217-7665

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

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

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

Grove Hill Methodist Church 5501 FM 1553 Leonard, TX 75452

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

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

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

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

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

Nazarene

Bonham Community Church 347 FM 273 Bonham, TX 228-563-0423

903-583-5555

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

903-378-2291

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

Baptist Church of Christ

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

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

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

Pentecostal

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

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

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

Midway Church of Christ Hwy 56 W Bonham 903 583 3989

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

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

Catholic Church of God

Bonham Living Word Church of God- 699 E Hwy82 Bonham,TX 75418 Phone: (903) 583-5655

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

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

Main Street Presbyterian Church P.O. Box 188 or 504 E. Main St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 (903) 249-1325

United Pentecostal

Calvary United Pentecostal Church 1190 Hwy 56 W Bonham Texas 903-583-4346 United Pentecostal Church P.O. Box 216 Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) 965-4627

Peace Tabernacle UPC 16020 CR 635 Trenton, Texas (972) 752-4054

Lee Jackson, Pastor Cell: 903.505.4124

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

Please view our Sunday Morning services @ cbcfannin on Facebook or CBC Bonham-Youtube cbcmissionsbonhamtx@gmail.com

“There’s A Wideness In God’s Mercy”

John 3:16

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE

Bright Start Storage

Self-storage unit auction at 400 Katy Blvd, Bonham, TX on Saturday, July 15th at 10am. Complete contents (misc. items) of two 10’ x 22’ units 20 and 14 self-storage unit(s) will be sold to the highest bidder to satisfy a landlord’s lien. The property includes the contents of unit 20 belonging to Jane A Tester at Bonham, TX 75486 & unit 14 Pedro Fuentes at Bonham, TX 75418

EMPLOYMENT

CNC Lathe/ Mill Machinist POSITION OPENINGS

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

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS for the FOLLOWING POSITIONS

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

For more information

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

DETAILER / PORTER

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

NOW HIRING!

CDL drivers with recent driving experience and a clean driving record. Home daily. Driving radius within 3 hours of Fannin County, TX. Ability to use forklift, tarping and flatbed experience a plus, but will train the right driver. Please come in person to complete an application: 3765 County Road 2135, Telephone, TX 75488 or call 903-664-2332 ask for human resources.

RED RIVER HEALTH CARE

Now hiring home care providers for Bonham, Sherman, Denison, Gainesville, Paris, Leonard and Whitesboro. Must be 18 years of age with no criminal history and must have own transportation. No certification required. Call 1-800-289-6555 for more information.

CONSULTANTS NEEDED

Work From Home

Returning Calls & Email No Selling, Commission Income

$5,500.00 + a Month, No Experience, Company Will Train Call Judy (903)505-4699

BOAT FOR SALE

20ft. 1988 Ranger 390V with tandum trailer. XP 200 Evinrude trolling motor, depth finders, Sharp. $5,000, Call Kenny, 903815-6011.

Zero Turn Mower Needs work. Sat for 1½ years. Maybe good for parts, but can be fixed. $200.00.

12 Bundles top shingles brand- $120.00.

Great Shape ½ in. thick wood flooring- not worn. Came from 15x15 room$25.00 tongue & groove- 5 in. wide.

4 Tires and Wheels

From Mitso- 195/60R15 88H- $40.00- Better than ½ tread. Call 956-245-3090

Ask for William.

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

Amlin Pump is looking for a Secretary / Bookkeeper. Someone who is knowledgeble in Quickbooks and Excel also bookkeeping experience. Pay will start at the rate commensurate with experience. Paid vacation after one year and employee health insurance after 60 days. Applications available at our office located at 1090 S. State Highway 121, Bonham, TX.

HOUSEKEEPING

THE CLEANING LADY

Let me clean so you won’t have to. Very reasonable rates, great references! Years of experience. HAVE BROOM WILL TRAVEL! Call Mairi 903-815-1877.

GRANNY’S PLACE & GRANNY’S CHRISTMAS STORE RESALE SHOP

GARAGE SALES FOR SALE

FOR SALE

Whirlpool Dryer

Few years old, but works good. $50. 903-583-5748.

NEW FISHING BOAT 40 HP Outboard Mercury, $9000.00 used very little, on Lake NaconaCall 940-872-0344.

10 S. Plaza in Ladonia, TX. Thurs.-Sat., 10am-5pm. See us on Facebook. Call 903-367-7095.

3 FAMILY GARAGE SALE

July 6th & 7th 8am- 5pm 2216 N. Village Dr., Bonham

King & Queen Comforter sets, lots of crafts & craft supplies, Old windows, doors, shutters & screens. NO clothes.

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.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

MUNOZ LAWN CARE & TREE TRIMMING

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

CALL THE HANDYMAN

BECAUSE YOU

DESERVE THE BEST...

•Painting •Sheetrock Repair & Texture •Remodeling

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

FARM and LAWN MAINTENANCE

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

PROFESSIONAL PAINT & DRYWALL REPAIRS:

Cracks, holes, patches, water damage, sheetrock repair, ceilings, walls, matched texturing. Interior/ Exterior Painting. 40+ years experience. Call Johnny @ 903-209-6958

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Lady Rebels’ back-to-back State RU member to make s'ball coaching debut in 2024 at DC

By Rich Hilliard

DODD CITY -- Cassidy Hall

Reed's softball skills helped Sam Rayburn make school history in the sport during the early 2010s.

As an upperclassman, her pitching, batting and play in the field, helped the Lady Rebels in 2012 and 2013 reach the Class 1A State championship games. Her ensuing efforts in 2014 at North Central Texas College helped the Lady Lions also make history. NCTC garnered its first two softball victories at the National Junior College Athletic Association Tournament, in only the Lady Lions' second trip there -- part of a 45-win season.

Reed's second NCTC campaign in 2015 included more history -longtime manager Van Hedrick's 700th career win -- in the season

following the Lady Lions' fall 2014 bus tragedy -- which took the lives of four teammates.

Reed, who while in Arkansas has stayed involved with softball via giving pitching lessons to younger kids, will now return to Fannin County.

New head softball coach set to lead Lady Hornets in 2024

She will make her coaching debut at Dodd City, which has reached the 1A State Tournament during five of the last six complete softball seasons, in support of new head coach Emily Graves, a 2015 NCTC teammate.

"My husband and I are excited to return to Fannin County," said Reed, who will be the softball assist and teach second grade at Dodd City, on June 20.

"We are happy to be able to raise kids closer to family," she said. "I am thrilled to be able to begin a new journey in coaching the sport that I love, and hope to give back what it has given me.

"I am thankful for this opportunity and look forward to seeing some familiar faces on the field."

Bonhi-ex Reaves in summer college league

By Rich Hilliard

Tanner Reaves, a 2021 Bonham graduate, will play for the Chatham Anglers, a member of a collegiate summer baseball wooden bat league in Massachusetts.

During 60 games this season for Blinn College, the Louisiana State University commit had a .783 slugging percentage, .498 on-base percentage and .422 batting average. His 103 hits included: 22 doubles, 20 home runs and three

triples. He totaled 86 RBI, 77 runs scored and 15 stolen bases.

Reaves also earned an NJCAA Division I Baseball AllAmerica first-team selection and World Series All-Tournament Team spot.

By Rich Hilliard

DODD CITY -- Emily Graves served this spring as co-head softball coach at Commerce, competing in a Class 3A district that includes Emory Rains -- a regular State tournament participant of late.

She has now been hired to lead Dodd City -- which has advanced to the 1A State event during five of the last six complete softball seasons.

"I am very excited and eager to start working with Dodd City’s outstanding athletic program," said Graves on June 19.

"The student athletes, coaches, administrators, and community have created a winning environment at Dodd City," she said, "and I am eager to be a part of it."

Graves fills the softball role at Dodd City handled the last two seasons by alum Chad Crossland -- who each year guided the Lady Hornets to the 1A State semifinals. Both times, Dodd City lost to the eventual 1A State champions -- D'Hanis in 2022 and Hermleigh in 2023. (Graves' sister-in-law, Kylee

Graves, served as the starting catcher on the 2021 and 2022 Dodd City Lady Hornets softball teams -- the former of which won the 1A State title.)

Crossland will now coach cross country, still assist with boys' basketball, and now oversee boys' track.

Graves will also at Dodd City coach powerlifting -- a sport added last school year there via two boys competitors -- and an activity with which she assisted for two years while at Commerce.

Graves also served for two years as a softball assistant at Commerce, before her promotion to the co-helm of the dia-

mond sport following the December resignation of the head coach.

While Commerce struggled this spring to a winless record in District 11-3A, Graves pitched for postseason teams during her high school and college careers.

She helped 5A Midlothian reach the playoffs during her three varsity seasons -- each time as a starting pitcher.

During Graves' first of two seasons at North Central Texas College in 2015, she posted a 7-2 record in the circle, mostly appearing as a starting pitcher. Her efforts that season equated part of a 30-win campaign that included a victory by the Lady Lions during the NJCAA Region V North Tournament.

It also equated NCTC's first spring softball season following its late September 2014 bus tragedy -- when a semi-truck crossed a median on Interstate 35 and crashed into the Lady Lions' southbound bus in Oklahoma, as NCTC returned home from a scrimmage -- which took the lives of four team members, including Dodd City alumna Katelynn Woodlee.

Readying For Return: Strong 7-on-7 spring season starts Trenton football's playoffs pursuit

By Rich Hilliard

last fall out of the football postseason for the first time since 2018.

The Tigers tied at 2-3 with 2A-newcomer Whitewright for District 6-2A-I's fourth and final postseason berth. It equated Trenton's secondstraight five-win season -- both tops for the school's varsity football program since its 2012 restart and 1933 overall.

A 6-1 record this spring during 7-on-7 football should give the Tigers confidence, as Trenton looks to start a new postseason

streak, later in 2023.

It will do so under Josh Shipman, who returns for his fifth season at the helm of the Tigers -- the most consecutive at the same school for any Fannin County head football coach.

Trenton will play host to former district rival Celeste on Friday, Aug. 25, to start its regular season.

Cassidy Reed. Courtney photo

A lack of a tiebreaker left Class 2A Trenton

Trenton's Colton Gray carries the football on June 5 during 7-on-7 football at Bonham High School's Warrior Stadium.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Trenton's Micah Wommack throws a pass on June 5 during 7-on-7 football at Bonham High School's Warrior Stadium.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Trenton's Stone Anderson reaches to tag down a Whitewright receiver on June 5 during 7-on-7 football at Bonham High School's Warrior Stadium.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Trenton's Jayden Candela gathers in a pass from quarterback Micah Wommack (background, right) on June 5 during 7-on-7 football at Bonham High School's Warrior Stadium.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Trenton head football coach Josh Shipman talks to the Tigers after watching them play on June 5 during 7-on-7 football at Bonham High School's Warrior Stadium.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Trenton's Lucas Kirby tags down a Whitewright receiver on June 5 during 7-on-7 football at Bonham High School's Warrior Stadium.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Emily Graves. Courtesy photo

OBITUARIES

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

ROXIE DAISY CARNEY

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Roxie Daisy Carney: Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Great-Great Grandmother, and Friend.

Roxie Daisy Carney, age 96, passed away Monday, June 26, 2023 at the Cedar Hollow Rehabilitation Center in Sherman, TX.

Roxie was born in 1926 in Grand Prairie, TX to W.H. and Nettie Hague. She married Ewart “Kit” Carney on January 2, 2003 in Bonham TX and he preceded her in death on June 19, 2015.

Roxie is survived by her son, Jimmy (Sandy) Monk; daughters, Dorothy Moyer, and Celia (Doug) Decker; grandchildren, Robert Damesworth Jr., David Miller Jr., Wesley (Jessica) Moyer, Dustin (Michelle) Moyer, Teresa Cheek, Dawn (Dave) McReynolds, Drew (Lauren) Decker, in addition to numerous great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

Roxie loved to play games with her friends and family. For the last year of her life, she thoroughly enjoyed living at the Wesley House of Bonham Assisted Living Facility, where she made many friends and taught everyone how to play dominos (as she told it!).

Throughout the years she had numerous hobbies; from gardening, reading, fishing, dancing at the senior’s center, and playing cards. She was always ready to help her family and loved spending time with them. Her presence will be deeply missed by all whom had the privilege of knowing her.

Memorial service will be held at 10:00am on Saturday, July 15, 2023 at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel in Bonham, TX.

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

ALVIN RAY DAVIS, JR.

In the early morning hours of June 22, 2023, Alvin Ray Davis, Jr. entered Heaven. Alvin was born February 6, 1975 to Alvin, Sr. and Connie Davis. He was the only boy born to the couple who previously had 3 girls, Lisa, Susan, and Kelly. Later, he gained a younger brother, Jonathan Davis.

Alvin went to school in Bonham, Texas. He was surrounded by friends who became part of his family, as Alvin never knew a stranger. He was loving, kind, generous, out-going, full of charm with a great sense of humor and a sharp tongue when needed. Alvin was a man of all trades whose best accomplishments were his children, daughter, Lily Welch-Easley and son, Dallas. Although Earth lost a good son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend, Heaven gained a fierce warrior. Alvin dedicated his heart and soul to God. He changed his path and made amends. He traveled a good path even amidst life’s pitfalls to stay true to God’s word. We will always remember his smile, the slow cool drawl in his voice, the large loud belly laughs that always ended with “Awe, Man”, and his sweet patient nature.

Alvin was preceded in death by father, Alvin Ray Davis, Sr., grandparents Robert and Louise Reynolds- Billy and Margie Davis, aunts and uncles- Shirley Grant, Mary Campbell, Debra Waitman, Robert Reynolds, Jr. and Thomas Ray Livingston, cousins, Shawna Reynolds, and Tony Ray Salazar. He is survived by mother Connie Davis, sisters- Lisa, Susan, and Kelly, brotherJonathan. Daughter, Lily Welch-Easley and husband Josh Easley, son, Dallas Davis. Nieces and nephews- Derrick Davis, Eric Shelby, Kristen Garcia, Jaxon Shelby, Justin and Megan Lewis. Services were held Thursday, June 29th at 3:30 p.m. at Generation Faith Center in Quinlan, Texas. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Generation Church Center in memory of Alvin Davis as we know this would make him proud.

John 3:16 : For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

2 Corinthians 4:17-18: For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So, we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.

JERRY RAY PARK

Jerry Ray Park, 78, a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend joined our Lord on the evening of June 25, 2023. Jerry passed peacefully with his wife, Sara, by his side. Jerry was known by all as an intelligent, thoughtful and funny man who loved to tease and make people laugh.

Funeral services were held at 10:30am on Monday, July 3rd at Wise Funeral Home in Bonham, Texas, followed by a reception in his honor. Jerry will later be laid to rest at Willow Wild Cemetery in Bonham.

On July 14, 1944, Jerry was born in Bonham, Texas to parents Walter and Rosalee Park, and grandparents Robert and Mary Park and Benjamin and Geneva Victory, all of Bonham. Ten years later, he became a big brother to Dennis Park, also of Bonham. Jerry graduated from Bonham High School where he was an Eagle Scout, sang in a foursome called the “Four J’s” and played cornet in the high school band, including playing TAPS at the funeral service for Sam Rayburn, the United States Speaker of the House, which was attended by four US Presidents. Jerry graduated from East Texas State University (now Texas A&M Commerce) where he met his wife, Sara. Jerry and Sara were married at the White Rock Methodist Church in Dallas on May 28, 1966. Jerry and Sara were married for 57 wonderful years. Following college, Jerry attended Naval Officers Candidate School in Newport, Rhode Island and proudly served his country. Sara completed her studies at ET before joining him in Rhode Island. After the military, Jerry did additional graduate studies at the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor, Northwestern University in Chicago, Southern Methodist University in Dallas, and University of Texas, Dallas. Jerry went on to have a successful career in the pharmaceutical business. He worked for AH Robins Pharmaceutical Corporation, Mallinckrodt Diagnostics in St. Louis, Missouri, and Amersham Medi Physics Radio-Pharmaceuticals and Nuclear Medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He held various management positions in each of those companies including the position of National Sales Director at both Mallinckrodt and Amersham. After retirement, Jerry and Sara built their dream home overlooking Lake Texoma where, until January of this year, they lived 21 years. Jerry enjoyed volunteering and served in the Pottsboro community in many different ways including the Pottsboro Chamber of Commerce, Shattered Dreams Program, Pottsboro Lions Club, Visions of Sugar Plums, and even volunteered as a substitute teacher at the Pottsboro High School. In addition to many years of service, Jerry served on the Board of Directors for the Pottsboro Chamber, the Boot Scootin’ Ball and the Hagerman Wildlife Reserve. Prior to Jerry’s declining health, they were active members at Georgetown Baptist Church in Pottsboro. Jerry and Sara had a very loving and close relationship with their two daughters, Paige and Ashley. They created a lifetime of beautiful memories camping, boating, raising horses, and traveling to many places across the United States and multiple countries around the world. One of the last and most memorable vacations involved taking the entire family on a Caribbean Cruise for their 50th Wedding Anniversary in 2016.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents and his best little buddy, Baby Kitty.

He is survived by his wife, Sara Park: brother, Dennis Park: daughter Paige and her husband Cannon Green: daughter Ashley and her husband Dr. Jeff Lamont: grandchildren, Avery Green, Chase Green, Claudia Lamont and Allison Lamont: several nephews, cousins, additional family members and friends.

The family would like to thank everyone reading this for years of love, support, kindness and friendship. Jerry was a very special man to us all.

WADE ALLAN CHAMBERS

Wade Allan Chambers went Home to the arms of his Lord and Savior on June 21, 2023, at the age of 81. He was born on January 15, 1942, in Bonham, Texas to father, Warren Chambers and mother, Wille Mae Chambers. Wade proudly owned Chambers Nursery where his love for his work truly showed. Although Wade was very hardheaded, he was very sweet and a faithful follower of Christ. He enjoyed deer hunting whenever he got the chance. Above all Wade loved his family especially when it came to his beloved grandchildren.

He is met in Heaven by his loving wife, Minoise Chambers; granddaughter, Ciara Chambers; mother, Wille Mae Chambers; father, Warren Chambers; brothers: Charles, Bill, and James Chambers; and sister, Shirley Cowart.

Left to cherish his memory is his son, Allan Chambers, and wife Michelle; daughter, Tammy Chambers; daughter, Beverly Chambers; sister, Moneta Rice and husband, Frank; grandchildren: Marcus Chambers, and Mason Chambers, great grandchildren: Mariah Slack, and Kaiden Slack; as well as numerous other family and friends who will miss Wade dearly.

JOAN ALICE

LAWRENCE MCMILLAN

Joan Alice Lawrence, also known as Jody, 91, of Bonham TX was born there on October 14, 1931. She was the oldest child of R.L. and Winnie Lawrence, followed by sisters Reta Tollifson, Martina Akins, and brother Ben Lawrence.

Jody passed from her earthly home on June 22, 2023 at Texoma Medical Center, Denison TX.

Jody graduated from Bonham High School in 1948 and was instrumental in starting the BHS All School Reunions. She worked tirelessly on keeping current lists of her classmates. Jody married Roy McMillan on October 26, 1952 in Bonham. They then moved to Cincinnati OH where she followed Roy’s baseball career. First son, David, was born in October 1954 and then Marty in July 1958. Daughter Patsy, was born in October 1964 which was when Jody decided to return to Bonham to raise the kids. She was a homemaker, wonderful mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, a friend to many, and an excellent chocolate chip cookie baker. Jody worked at VPG for many years and did many volunteer projects with the Bonham Chamber of Commerce, Camp Fire Girls, and First Christian Church CYF, just to name a few. Jody enjoyed playing golf, playing bridge, and laughing at a good joke.

She is survived by her daughter Patsy and favorite son-in-law Mike Richardson. Grandchildren: Chad and Amanda Richardson, Nikki Richardson and Chris Clarke, Audrey and Ty Fry. Great Grandchildren: Ethan Richardson, Sydnee Richardson, Brayleigh Fry, and Ledger Fry. Brother Ben and Carolyn Lawrence. In addition, numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, and lots of friends.

Jody was preceded in death by: her husband Roy, sons David and Marty, special friend Joe Murley, parents R.L. and Winnie, sisters Reta and Martina.

A visitation was held at 2:00pm on Thursday, June 29, 2023 at Wise Funeral Home Chapel followed by a memorial service at 3:00pm. Brother Rick Edwards officiated.

The family would like to thank those who have sent food, texts, cards, visited, and prayed for Jody during her final days. She was a very loved and special lady. She will be greatly missed by all.

BARBARA ANN BIGGERSTAFF GORE

Barbara Ann Biggerstaff Gore (85), passed away June 21, 2023 at Texoma Medical Center following an illness. Barbara was born December 13, 1937, in Bonham Texas to W.E. Biggerstaff, Jr and Betty Lou Campbell Biggerstaff. Barbara graduated from Bonham High School in 1956. In 1960, she earned a Bachelor of Education degree from Texas Christian University (TCU) and a Master’s in Education from East Texas State University in 1967. She served as a 2nd lieutenant in the US Marine Corp following graduation from TCU until June 1961. She married Robert F. (“Pudge”) Gore on January 27,1961 at Parris Island, South Carolina. Pudge continued his Marine Corp service, and they were transferred to Quantico, VA where their children, William (“Bill”) Bonham Gore (November 29, 1961) and Sally Ann Gore (October 11, 1962) were born. The Marine Corp took them to Oahu, Hawaii and Cherry Point, NC. In 1974, Barbara and Pudge divorced but remained friends. She and the kids returned to Bonham, where Barbara taught at Bailey English Elementary School. In 1981, Barbara moved to Iraan, Texas, teaching various grades at the elementary school. She remained in Iraan until she retired from teaching in 1994. Following retirement, Barbara returned to her beloved Bonham, TX.

Barbara was known for her love of reading, playing bridge, Texas History, and the arts. In retirement, she served as a member of the Texas Retired Teachers Association, on the board of the Friends of Sam Rayburn, a member of the Fannin County Historic Commission, and the Thursday afternoon Literary Club. In her free time, she played bridge, golf and tennis; volunteered at Fort English, the VA, and the Bonham Creative Arts Center, where she honed her skills as a painter, and spent numerous hours teaching her grand nieces and nephews about Texas history.

Barbara is preceded in death by her parents, W.E. Biggerstaff Jr and Betty Lou Biggerstaff, and her children, William Bonham Gore (died Nov 23, 1986) and Sally Ann Gore Farris (died Nov 24, 1986).

She is survived by her sisters, Mary Rebecca (“Becky”) Wingo of Sandy UT; Dr. Patti Ruth Gault of Ventura CA; and Betty Lynn Mikelatos (Makis) of Ventura CA; 4 nieces; 3 nephews; and a number of great nieces and nephews.

The family will receive visitors at Wise Funeral Home Monday July 10, 2023, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. A Celebration of Life will be held Tuesday July 11, 2023, at 3:00 PM at the First Baptist Church in Bonham, Bro. Ken Ussery officiating. Interment will follow at Willow Wild Cemetery.

Bonham Police Department Logs

06/21/2023– 06/27/2023

Report: June 21, 2023 – 1400

BL Silo Rd., Reporting Officer

– Det Melanie Elliott. A call for service was received in reference to Child in Need of Supervision.

Report: June 21, 2023 – 200

BL Glen Oaks Rd., Reporting Officer – Det. Melanie Elliott.

A call for service was received in reference to Theft.

Report: June 21, 2023 – 1400

BL Silo Rd., Reporting Officer – Ptl. Blake Garcia. A call for service was received in reference to Theft.

Report: June 21, 2023 – 100

BL W. Sam Rayburn Dr., Arresting Officer – Sgt. Cory Brookshire. A 58-year-old female was arrested for Criminal Trespass and Resist Arrest.

Report: June 22, 2023 – 2000

BL SH 121 N., Reporting Of-

Volunteers Wanted Feed the Needy in Fannin County

ficer – Det. Melanie Elliott. A call for service was received in reference to Fraud.

Report: June 24, 2023 – 2200

BL N. Center St., Reporting Officer – Sgt. Jim Lewis. A call for service was received in reference to an Unattended Death.

Report: June 25, 2023 – 200

BL W. Sam Rayburn Dr., Arresting Officer – Sgt. Kolton Phillips. A 25-year-old female was arrested for Poss CS.

Report: June 25, 2023 – 2000

BL SH 121 N., Reporting Officer – Sgt. Jim Lewis. A call for service was received in reference to Theft.

Report: June 26, 2023 – 1800

BL Cardinal Ln, Reporting Officer – Ptl. Blaker Garcia. A call for service was received in reference to Overdose (Info).

OBITUARIES

Take food to shut-ins, disadvantaged and disabled once weekly or more for Meals on Wheels. Volunteer: call 903-5838573 between 7 and 11 M-F - If a brother or sister is without … enough food for each day, and … you say to them, “Go in peace … and feed yourself,” but you do not give them the necessities for the body, what good does that do? (James 2:1516)

Today will never come again, be a blessing, take time to care, be a friend.

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available.

Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:

1-800-273-TALK (8255)

Take action for yourself and be there for others

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

FRANTZ EMMETT HOWARD

Bonham- Frantz Emmett Howard, age 74, was born in Haskell, Texas on October 24, 1948 to Hines Truett and Patricia (Bronaugh) Howard. He joined his Heavenly father on Saturday, June 24, 2023; his life on earth has ended but his journey has just begun.

Frantz married Linda Kay Arie on May 14, 2006 in Bonham, TX. He joined the United States Marine Corp, where he served honorably during Vietnam from 1967 – 1971; he enjoyed his time spent in the Marine Corp serving his country. Frantz worked for 8 years as a Texas Highway Patrol Officer, and really loved this job. He had a great time and enjoyed his job working in the oil fields for Star Tool in Hobbs, NM and Odessa TX. Frantz moved to Bonham in 2010 and started his career as a funeral director; he has worked with family at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home for the past 13 years.

Frantz was a loving husband, father, stepfather, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. He loved his wife, children, stepchildren, grandchildren, and family very much. He was a funny, kind, smart, and hardworking individual. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, and football. Frantz loved the Lord and served faithfully, he was a member of the First Baptist Church in Bonham, TX.

Frantz is survived by his wife Linda Howard of Bonham; son, Lantz Howard and wife Jessica; daughter, Kristal Floyd and husband Mike; stepson, Jeff Arie and wife Bethany; stepdaughter, Lori Watkins and husband Billy; grandchildren, Braxton Floyd, Cason, Floyd, Mikalie Floyd, Kennedie Howard, Sawyer Howard, Chantzlyn Howard, Preslee Howard, Trey Watkins, Kaylee Watkins, and Audrey Arie; mother, Patricia Howard, sisters, Dee Vinson and husband Doug, Trudy Clifton and husband Bryan; and brother-in-law, Ken Rowland, in addition to numerous extended family and friends.

Frantz is preceded in death by his father, Truett, and sister, Betty Rowland. Visitation was held on Thursday, June 29, 2023 at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home in Bonham, TX starting at 1:00 pm; followed by funeral services at 2:00 pm. Pastor Ken Ussery and Lantz Howard officiated. Interment with military honors followed at Willow Wild Cemetery with honors rendered by the United States Marine Corp Honor Guard. Serving as pallbearers were Logan Vinson, Todd Vinson, Doug Vinson, and Jared Clifton, Braxton Floyd, Cason Floyd, and Trey Watkins. Serving as honorary pallbearers were Ken Rowland and Bryan Clifton.

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

DARRELL GLEN ROBERSON

Darrell Glen Roberson, 58 of Bonham, Texas went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, June 21, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. Darrell was born on December 9, 1964 in Lubbock, Texas to the late Jimmy Roberson and Marjorie (Jones) Roberson.

Darrell was an iPad fanatic, especially on facebook. He was a vivid sports guru, especially baseball and football. His favorite was his Texas Tech Red Raiders followed by the Texas Rangers and Dallas Cowboys. He was brought up in the Baptist faith.

Those left to cherish and honor his memory include two sisters, Shelia Bargas and her husband Raul of Bonham, Texas and Myra Fassett and her husband Don of McMinnville, Oregon. He is also survived by his caregiver of 38 years, Jerry Dockery of Lubbock, Texas. His niece Shawna Earl and her husband Roland of Ector, Texas, nephew Rudy Ramirez and his wife Amber of Bonham, Texas, Krista Simpson and her husband Phillip of Bonham, Texas. Brother-n-law Rudy Ramirez of Ector, Texas. Nephews Andrew Roberson, Jayce Clemmons and Michael Stolle, nieces Ashley Roberson and Carrie Stolle and many cousins and friends.

Great nieces, Hailey Pineda and husband Saul of Sherman Texas, Maycee Earl of Ector Texas, Autumn Simpson and husband Trey of Calera, Oklahoma, Seth and Summer Simpson of Bonham, Texas. Devin, Raegan and Jaelyn Ramirez of Bonham, Texas, and many more.

A time of reflection and visitation for Darrell was held from 5 PM to 7 PM on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, in the Oak Crest Suite of Combest Family Funeral Home in Lubbock, Texas. Graveside services were held at 10 AM on Wednesday in Resthaven Memorial Park. Reverend L. J. Wright, of New Home Baptist Church, was the officiant. Final rites and interment are under the personal care and direction of Combest Family Funeral Home.

Pallbearers were Rudy Ray Ramirez, Devin Ramirez, Phillip Simpson, Seth Simpson, Rudy Ramirez and Maycee Earl. Honorary pallbearers were Roland Earl, Saul Pineda, Michael Stolle, Andrew Roberson and Jayce Clemmons.

To support activities at the City of Bonham Senior Citizens Center. Become a member of the Friends of Bonham Senior Citizens Center and use your talents to support programs at the Senior Center. For information text Rich at 214-7389975.

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

rlsummers@reagan.com

Meetings 3rd Saturday, 6 pm at the Center.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Virginia R. McDowell, Deceased, were issued on May 30, 2023 in Cause No. PR-2023-13182, pending in the County Court-at-Law of Fannin County, Texas, to: Trudi D. McDowell. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law.

c/o: Michael S. Evans Attorney at Law 308 N. Center Street Bonham, Texas 75418

DATED June 29, 2023

/S/ Michael S. Evans

Michael S. Evans

Attorney for Trudi D. McDowell

State Bar No.: 24057841

308 N. Center Street

Bonham, Texas 75418

Telephone: (903) 640-4300

Facsimile: (903) 640-4344 E-mail: fannin.lawyer@gmail.com 7/4/23

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Notice is hereby given that the original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of David Elmer Duncan, Deceased, were issued on May 30, 2023, in Cause No. PR-2023-13214, pending in the County Court-at-Law of Fannin County, Texas, to: Betty Sue Duncan.

All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law

c/o: Michael S. Evans

Attorney at Law 308 N. Center Street Bonham, Texas 75418

DATED the 29th day of June, 2023.

7/4/23

/S/ Michael S. Evans

Michael S. Evans

Attorney for Betty Sue Duncan State Bar No.: 24057841 308 N. Center Street Bonham, Texas 75418

Telephone: (903) 640-4300

Facsimile: (903) 640-4344

E-mail: fannin.lawyer@gmail.com

PUBLIC NOTICE

FANNIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT

PUBLIC HEARING CONCERNING ROAD CLOSURES

Notice is hereby given that the Fannin County Commissioners Court will hold a Public Hearing at 8:45 am on August 8, 2023 in the Fannin County Courthouse located at 101 E. Sam Rayburn Drive, Bonham, Texas. The public is invited to make comments concerning the proposal to close:

1. CR 3600 beginning at its intersection with FM 1550 (33°28’53.93”N, 95°56’2.63”W) and extending south to its current dead end at 33°27’41.14”N, 95°55’24.40”W, a closure approximately 1.57 miles (8,290 feet) in length.

2. CR 3380 beginning at its intersection with FM 2990 (33°26’38.15”N, 95°57’39.70”W) and extending west to its turn south at 33°26’42.22”N, 95°59’52.15”W, a closure approximately 2.33 miles (12,302 feet) in length.

3. CR 3360 beginning at its intersection with FM 2990 (33°28’8.47”N, 95°59’35.64”W) and extending west to the western edge of the Teeling tract at 33°28’4.39”N, 96° 0’28.35”W, a closure approximately 0.88 miles (4,646 feet) in length.

4. CR 3443 beginning at its intersection with SH 34 (33°30’20.55”N, 95°56’27.49”W) and extending east to the point where the new FM 1550 curves south at 33°30’19.69”N, 95°55’59.81”W, a closure approximately 0.54 miles (2,851 feet) in length.

5. CR 3444 beginning at its intersection with CR 3443 (33°30’19.40”N, 95°55’53.53”W) and extending southeast to its intersection with the new FM 1550 (33°29’3.68”N, 95°54’53.30”W), a closure approximately 1.92 miles (10,138 feet) in length.

This hearing and actions by the Commissioners’ Court are subject to the Texas Transportation Code, Section 251.154. For further information regarding this hearing on the proposed road closures, please contact Commissioner Magness at 903-378-2941 or County Judge Newt Cunningham at 903-583-7455.

Fishin’ Report

TAKE A KID FISHING

Texas Crop and Weather Report June 27, 2023

Nice fish! Theo Koulianos caught this 31.5-pound striped bass from Lady Bird Lake. Striped bass are not stocked in Lady Bird Lake. Any striped bass caught in Lady Bird Lake or Lake Austin are remnants of stripers that used to be stocked in Lake Travis and got washed downstream. Due to low abundance and limited angling pressure, stripers are no longer stocked in Lake Travis. (TPWD) Send YOUR FISHING OR HUNTING pictures to fcleader@verizon.net, attention Tim or text to 903-227-5702, for FREE publication on the Outdoor Page.

Week of June 28, 2023

Cooper GOOD. Water lightly stained; 85 degrees. Happy Fourth of July! Catfish are good on cut shad. White bass are good. Crappie are fair with jigs and minnows. Fork GOOD. Water Stained; 90 degrees; 0.42 feet below pool. Happy Fourth of July! Bass are good early on windy points in 1-3 feet of water usinf topwaters and chatterbaits. Then offshore bite starts around 9 a.m. using Carolina rigs and Texas rigs Strike King Anaconda worm. Fish drop-offs in 15-22 feet of water, or in 25-28 feet of water. Deep crankbaits over 22-25 feet of water around creek channels are good.

Lavon GOOD. Water lightly stained; 85 degrees; 0.18 feet below pool. Happy Fourth of July! Crappie are excellent in the early mornings in 5-10 feet of water on timber in shallow brush piles. As the sun rises, fish transition midday to 12-20 feet of water. Majority of the schools will be at 12-14 feet. A lot of the monster fish are going to be sitting on the bottom and you cannot see them. You will need to take your jig and touch the bottom and lift up real slow and you will find they are hiding right on the bottom. Some days timber is better than brush. If you were to cut the lake in half, it seems that the south half of the lake is fishing best right now. For the last week, brush piles have been best bet at 15-20 feet.

Ray Roberts GOOD. Water is stained; 85 degrees; 0.03 feet above pool. Happy Fourth of July! White bass are slow, but should improve soon. Bass are good on Carolina rigs and dropshots in 2-14 feet of water. Some mornings have a good topwater bite. Crappie are good with many undersized catches on brush piles in 15-25 feet of water.

Tawakoni EXCELLENT. Water lightly stained; 85 degrees; 0.32 feet below pool. Happy Fourth of July! Fish are on the move as the water temperature increases to the mid 80s. Hybrid striper, striper and white bass have been consistent on slabs, inline spinners and even live bait in 18-30 feet of water on drop offs, humps and long points. Side imaging is helping find the fish. Crappie are good in 8-16 feet on bridge columns, lay downs, and standing timber preferring minnows over jigs. Eatersize catfish are excellent with baited holes producing most of the fish right now. Prepared baits are working best in 22-35 feet of water. Largemouth bass are fair with a solid topwater bite the first 30 minutes on a white frog. Then switch over to a stick bait or shallow crankbait. Fish are holding on shady sides of shallow docks and bridges. Report by Captain Michael Littlejohn, Lake Tawakoni Guide Service.

Texoma GOOD. Water stained; 80 degrees; 0.22 feet below pool. Happy Fourth of July! Striped bass are in the summer pattern. Small stripers are biting swimbaits under working rafts of threadfin shad. Bigger stripers are good with topwater action, and some out in really deep water with great big schools using slabs. Report by John Blasingame, Adventure Texoma Outdoors. Water temperatures are hot and the fish are very active in the early mornings and late evenings. Striper fishing is excellent on live bait, slabs and top waters. Look for birds hovering along flats and river channels. Drifting with the schools of fish and watch your over 20 inch fish two per person limit. Crappie are slow on the boathouses in 15-20 feet of water fishing minnows. A lot of fry and small shad in the lake so jigs have been getting a better reaction bite. Catfish are good on cut shad and prepared baits in 15-25 feet of water. Anchor up and fish right off the bottom around creeks and flats. Largemouth and smallmouth are good on live shad along the south end of the lake and along the railroad bridge rocks. Off the banks in 5-10 feet of water catch them on small swim baits and jerkbaits as well.

Texas A&M AgriLife CENTRAL Soil moisture levels were very short to adequate. Conditions were dry, with temperatures above 100 degrees. Strong winds and heavy rains did hit parts of the district. A line of storms delivered about 2 inches of rain within one hour and heavy, straight-line winds that caused extensive damage to trees and knocked out power. Winds also damaged corn fields. Spotty rainfalls were insufficient to curtail drought conditions. Corn silage operations began, while corn grain harvest was still about 45 days out. Cotton continued to set bolls, and some fields were starting to bloom. Insect activity remained high, with grasshoppers found in high numbers in all crops, while stink bugs increased in sorghum acres. Corn was rapidly drying down, mostly past the stage when precipitation could help yields. Some late-planted corn will be unable to utilize the additional nitrogen fertilizer to fill the kernels. Corn stunted by excessive rainfalls in early development did not recover. Estimates were for an average crop, possibly the 75 bushels per acre with early planted corn fields that could approach the 125 bushels per acre, but there were many other fields heavily damaged by excessive rainfalls, which may yield as low as 30-40 bushels per acre. Sorghum was starting to color. Sesame was being dry planted. The limited acreage of mid-winter plantings of carinata was harvested, and yields were in the mid20-bushel range. Expectations were for additional carinata acres to be contracted for fall plantings. Pasture conditions remained good for most producers, but the hot, dry weather pattern was taking a toll on grass growth. Producers were bailing hay with good yields reported. Rangeland and pasture conditions were very poor to excellent. Livestock remained in good condition, with producers feeding supplemental nutrients as needed.

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land conditions were fair to good, while topsoil moisture ranged from short to adequate. Most counties reported rising temperatures, with heat indexes reaching over 100 degrees. Pastures and hay meadows looked great for most counties. Hay harvesting continued. Corn was in the filling stage. Wheat and oats were harvested. Soybeans looked good, with some fields blooming. Grain sorghum began heading out. Livestock conditions were good to excellent, but horn flies were bad. EAST Subsoil and topsoil conditions were adequate. Increasing temperatures and humidity stressed plants and animals as heat indexes reached upwards of 120 degrees. Storms caused damage and power outages around the district. Producers continued hay production in most counties. Pasture and rangeland conditions were good. Livestock were in fair to good condition. Panola County reported producers were practicing caution in working cattle due to extreme heat. Market prices were higher in all cattle classes, and feeder demand remained strong. Wild pigs continued to cause problems for most producers.

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Notice is hereby given that the original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Jack Black, Deceased, were issued on May 16, 2023, in Cause No. PR-2023-13210, pending in the County Court-at-Law of Fannin County, Texas, to: Mary Black.

All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law.

c/o: Michael S. Evans Attorney at Law 308 N. Center Street Bonham, Texas 75418

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/S/ Michael S. Evans

Michael S. Evans

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AT A MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON JUNE 15, 2023, THE CITY OF DODD CITY, TEXAS, APPROVED AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL AMENDING SECTION 8.10 “Required Improvements”, Subsection 8.10.1 “Streets” of the City of Dodd City’s “Subdivision Ordinance #070193” TO REQUIRE THE INSTALLATION OF CONCRETE STREETS; PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY CLAUSE, A SAVINGS CLAUSE, SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, A REPEALER CLAUSE AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION OF THE CAPTION HEREOF. Timothy Davis, Mayor, City of Dodd City

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Attorney for Mary Black State Bar No.: 24057841

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Telephone: (903) 640-4300

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NOTICE OF DESIGNATION OF ADDITIONAL MEETING PLACES OUTSIDE THE DISTRICT

7/4/23

TO THE RESIDENTS AND TAXPAYERS OF FANNIN FARMS MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF FANNIN COUNTY AND ALL OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS:

Notice is hereby given that the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Fannin Farms Municipal Utility District of Fannin County (the “District”), at a meeting of said Board held on June 23, 2023, established additional meeting places outside the boundaries of the District at 16000 North Dallas Parkway, Suite 350, Dallas, Texas 75248; 15950 North Dallas Parkway, Suite 125, Dallas, Texas 75248; and 3045 Lackland Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76116. The meeting locations are hereby declared to be public places and the public is invited to attend any meeting of the Board. Additionally, pursuant to Section 49.062(b), Texas Water Code, the meeting locations are not located within ten (10) miles of the District, as such locations are more cost-effective meeting locations than locations within ten (10) miles of the District.

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/s/ Brett McDonald Secretary, Board of Directors

/s/ Jonathan Ferreira President, Board of Directors

Members of the Fannin County Radio Club, Lake Fannin Volunteers and others, braved the heat for fun & fellowship with like-minded enthusiasts for Field Day radio operation demonstrations.

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