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The regular meeting of the Fannin County Commissioners Court was called to order Tuesday, August 11, 2020, at 9:03 a.m. by County Judge Randy Moore, at Bonham City Hall, and via teleconference. Judge Moore established quorum; all Commissioners were present. The invocation was given by County Treasurer David Woodson. Major James Manis led the pledges. There were no special introductions. 5 Public Forum: One resident shared his concern for the condition of County Roads 1010, 1015, and 1020, especially in wet conditions which render them nearly impassable without 4-wheel drive. Though the nearby sand plant does not use these roads, many of its employees as well as an elderly community live along with them, and the resident believes that in the event of an emergency, the roads will prevent first responders from arriving in
time. The sand plant has donated time and materials to mend portions of 1010, but the others must be addressed before the rainy fall season worsens the situation. 6 Judge Moore reexamined Governor Abbott’s Executive Order GA-29, which mandates mask usage throughout the state, but which allows for counties with Covid-19 counts consistently lower than 20 to apply for an exemption. He stated the current count in Fannin County is 9 active cases, which is up from the 0 of last week but still well beneath the threshold for the exemption, and considered signing the exemption form, a move which Health Authority Dr. Froelich endorses. Judge Moore emphasized that if the exemption is achieved but the case count goes above 20, masks must be worn again and the exemption reapplied for later. Commissioner Whitlock was concerned with a recent report of more Covid-19 cases that have not
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508 S 3rd St, Windom – 3 bed 2.5 bath 3,205 SF on .831 ING with many acres. Beautiful PENDhome upgrades.......................$448,700. 1005 N 8th St, Honey Grove – 3 bed 2.5 bath 3,200 SF vintage D Gorgeous Victorian on .786 SOLacres. original woodwork.........$199,000. 502 South 3rd St Windom 4 bedroom / 2 bath 2,400 SF charming Victorian on .615 cres with lots of original features........$216,000 4102 E US Hwy 82 Dodd City – 3 bed / 2 bath on 22.975 acres, 30x30 shop, two ponds......$447,000.
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FM 38 N Honey Grove – 30 acres with native grassland and pastureland.......................$300,000.
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1102 E Main St, Honey Grove – 8,950 SF metal building on .8 acres. Many possibilities for use of property.........................$275,000.
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Farms / Ranches Hwy 56 & CR 3212, Windom – 330 acres. BROKER OWNED PROPERTY....................$1,303,500.
1105 Pioneer Trail, Bonham – Legacy Ridge lot 154..........$34,000.
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Bonham City Council Meeting August 10, 2020
By Sharon Haynes
Call to Order by H.L. Compton, City Council Ward 3, Mayor Pro Tem, Mayor Roy Floyd and Kevin Hayes were absent. Reverend Henry Shelton of Trinity Baptist led the invocation. 1. Consider and take action to approve minutes of the July 13th regular meeting and the July 27th special meeting. All in favor and the motion passed. 2. Consider and take action to accept the financial report for the month ending on July 31, 2020. Dave Struchtemeyer gave some details of his financial report, highlights on the expense side are $120k favorable variance of the Employee Health Plan. Some departments are understaffed, reducing the cost. On the revenue side for
July, just under $100k has been collected in campsite fees at Lake Bonham. $80k was budgeted for the fiscal year. A new reservation and billing system at the lake has eliminated cash transactions being handled by lake personnel. The motion passed to accept the report. 3.Citizens Opportunity to Speak: Jason Royce spoke on his concerns about water utility billing for businesses. Lance Capehart gave an update about the work being done on the splash pad at Powder Creek. (Finalizing dirt work, sod, and sidewalk areas.) Chief Bankston will be addressing the need for cameras to be placed at the splash pad for security reasons. Also, Tony Rodriguez would like a sign stating something like “Children must be
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accompanied by a parent…..” Rusty Deets voiced his opinion that we can have a sidewalk at the splash pad but none at new homes being built in Bonham. 4.Duncan Berry was presented with a plaque for the July Employee of the Month. Duncan has been with the Bonham Public Library since April of 2016. He is very involved in the success of the library, helpful to everyone, volunteers for setting up special programs. 5.Consider and take action authorizing the City Manager to take all steps necessary to select and execute a contract with an engineer to conduct third party engineering review of potential Energy Savings Performance Contract for the City of Bonham. This agenda item was not addressed. 6.Consider and take action to
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adopt the current Agreement for Management Service between the City of Bonham and BEDCo. All in favor and motion passed. 7.Consider and take action to appoint or re-appoint individuals to the following boards and commissions: a) Bonham Economic Development Corporation Teresa Stapp has submitted her resignation from the BEDCo board, All council approved of Alan McDonald to replace Teresa on the board. Motion to table the other Bedco board member vacancy decisions. b) Texoma Community Center (MHMR) Board of Trustees John Scotnik was approved to keep representing the city council. 8. All in favor for motion to Adjourn.
A Montgomery County game warden received a complaint from a woman saying her boyfriend and his friend had killed a deer a couple of days ago and still had it hanging in the garage. The warden
arrived at the location and found the deer had gone to waste. The boyfriend admitted to shooting the deer from a public road at night and was arrested for a Felony Warrant, Hunting at Night and Failing to Retrieve or Keep in Edible Condition. The next day, the warden contacted the friend who had admitted to helping the boyfriend kill the deer and leaving it hanging in the garage without processing it completely. After further investigation, the warden found that the friend also had a felony warrant. He was arrested for the Felony Warrant, Hunting at Night and Failing to Retrieve or Keep in Edible Condition.
Children’s Center seeking Volunteers Press Release - The Fannin County Children’s Center will be hosting a Volunteer Information Session on Zoom on Tuesday, Aug 25 from 6 to 7 pm. Participants will learn about all the volunteer opportunities available at the center, including more about what CASA advocates do. At last check, 21 kids in foster care from Fannin County did not have a CASA advocate. “Our work has not stopped during the pandemic,” said Sandy Barber, Executive Director of the Fannin County Children’s Center. “Like so many others, we have made adjustments to be safe while we continue to do our jobs.” Counseling and court hearings are utilizing video conferencing. Forensic interviews at the CAC have continued in-person, with various safety precautions. CASA advocates have been doing virtual visits with children in foster care and others involved in the cases. CASA, which stands for Court Appointed Special Advocates, is one of several programs offered by the Fannin County Children’s Center for the benefit of abused and neglected children. CASA is seeking adult volunteers who can complete training and pass background checks to be appointed by the 336th District Court to serve as Guardian ad Litem for children in foster care. In that role, CASA
volunteers regularly visit their assigned child or sibling group and gather information from parents, other family, teachers, medical personnel, therapists and others in order to make recommendations to the court on what will be in the child’s best interest. They prepare court reports and testify at court hearings too. Many volunteers successfully manage to volunteer while also working full time and spending time with their families. Currently, advocacy work and meetings are being done by various video apps, phone calls and emails. Court hearings are happening by Zoom. The next training sessions for CASA volunteers will start Sept 15. Training classes will be in the evenings. The current plan is for participants to have a choice of attending training in person or by Zoom. Participants will also be reading and completing activities on their own time. At least 2 hours of court room observation will also be required. Attending the Volunteer Information Session is not required to become a volunteer, but it can be helpful in answering questions potential volunteers may have. To get the Zoom link, contact Amanda McDonald at amanda@fanninccc.org. More information and the volunteer application are available at www.fanninccc. org. For questions, contact Amanda McDonald at (903) 583-4339 x240.
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Public Hearing Held By Bois d’Arc Lake Zoning Commission By Connie Estes Thursday, August 13, 2020, Judge Moore called the public Lake Zoning hearing to order at 8:45 a.m. Present members were Kevin Darwin, Gary Fernandez, Gilbert Welch and Judge Randy Moore. Bob McCraw was absent. The hearing was for consideration of a zoning change application for Bois d’Arc General Store.
The Lake Zoning Commission considered the request by Ms. Carolyn Whitney Tionloc. She has an existing building she plans to use for a General Store and needs the zoning change to acquire a permit to sell tobacco products. There was discussion among the Commission members as to whether there is a need to change the zoning, as it is likely Ms. Tionloc’s property could
be considered grandfathered and not require the change or the stipulations that go with Retail and Commercial zoning. The guidelines for R & C zoning are very specific for concreted parking areas, curbing, a minimum number of spaces and the measurements of spaces. Those are some specific requirements mentioned. Judge Moore ended the hearing at 9:03 a.m.
merged. Minutes were then approved. Further discussion ensued regarding the zoning change request by Ms. Tionloc. The discussion resulted in Kevin Darwin making a motion to approve the zoning change. Gary Fernandez asked to amend the motion to allow the Commissioners Court to consider the grandfather option as an agenda item and leave the property zoned as Ag. All members and the Judge voted in favor. Motion carried. The Commission-
ers Court will have the final say, according to this motion. The next regular meeting of the DBA LZC was set for September 3, 2020 at 9 a.m. Before Judge Moore adjourned the meeting, Gary Fernandez noted that the common sense discussion they entertained today is exactly how the commission is supposed to work. Judge Moore agreed and said they are all working for what is best for the County. Meeting adjourned at 9:33 a.m.
West Texas or elsewhere.” The United States Geological Survey (USGS), which helps monitor for zebra mussels in Texas lakes and rivers, has been monitoring Grapevine Lake since 2011. In May 2018, a team led by Churchill found a zebra mussel larva in plankton samples collected on the southern end of Grapevine Lake. In June of that year, the USGS found a juvenile zebra mussel attached to a sampler. Additional sampling on Grapevine Lake in 2020 conducted by Jessica Treviño of the USGS detected another zebra mussel larva in April 2020 and an adult zebra mussel in July 2020. Follow up surveys conducted by TPWD Inland Fisheries staff from Ft. Worth found two additional adult zebra mussels attached to rocks in the same vicinity but not elsewhere in the reservoir. These findings indicate that zebra mussels are established, and a population is developing in the lake. Currently, zebra mussels are found in 30 Texas reservoirs across five river basins as well as in river reaches downstream of infested lakes. These invaders can litter shorelines with sharp shells, impact recreation, harm aquatic life, damage
boats and clog water intakes. If you have stored your boat in the water at a lake with zebra mussels, it is likely infested with zebra mussels. Before moving it to another lake, call TPWD at (512) 389-4848 for guidance on decontamination. A status map of these lakes can be found at tpwd.texas.gov/zebramussels. The transport of aquatic invasive species can result in legal trouble for boaters or transporters. Transporting prohibited invasive species in Texas is illegal and punishable with a fine of up to $500 per violation. Boaters are also required to drain all water from their boat and onboard receptacles, including bait buckets, before leaving or approaching a body of fresh water. For more information on how to properly clean, drain and dry boats and equipment, visit the TPWD YouTube channel for a short instructional video. To learn more about zebra mussels and other invasive species in Texas, visit tpwd. texas.gov/StopInvasives. Information for marinas and owners of boats stored in the water on lakes with zebra mussels can be found at tpwd.texas.gov/decon.
Public Meeting of Bois d’Arc Lake Zoning Commission
By Connie Estes
Thursday, August 13, 2020, following the Public Hearing, Judge Moore called to order the Regular Public Meeting of the Bois d’Arc Lake Zoning Commission at 9:05 a.m. Judge Moore established a quorum. All were present except Bob McCraw. Meeting minutes from 06/18/2020 were edited at the request of Gilbert Welch due to comments by himself and Gary Fernandez being somewhat
O.H. Ivie and Grapevine Lake Status Changed to “Infested” with Invasive Zebra Mussels
AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has upgraded O.H. Ivie Lake near San Angelo and Grapevine Lake located in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, to fully “infested” with invasive zebra mussels. The status change is a result of recent sampling efforts that revealed new evidence of reproducing and growing populations of zebra mussels in these lakes. Previously, individual zebra mussels had been found on separate occasions and the lakes were designated as “positive” for zebra mussels. Zebra mussels were first discovered in O.H. Ivie Lake in March 2019 when four adult zebra mussels were found by the Colorado River Municipal Water District (CRMWD) in an aboveground storage tank near San Angelo that is part of the lake’s water transmission system. In November of that year a single zebra mussel larva was found in a sample from another area of the lake and the lake was designated “positive.” This year, microscopic zebra mussel larvae were found in plankton samples collected in June from five locations in O.H. Ivie Lake. In July, TPWD Inland Fisheries staff from San Angelo and Abilene surveyed the lake for evidence of settled adults and numerous zebra mussels were found throughout the reservoir, indicating a growing population. Lynn Wright, the San Angelo Inland Fisheries District Supervisor, says “zebra mussels becoming established in O.H. Ivie is a big concern. O.H. Ivie Reservoir supports one of the best trophy largemouth bass fisheries in Texas, not to mention quality crappie, blue catfish and white bass populations. Zebra mussels compete for food with other filter-feeding species such as shad that are important prey for these species. Anglers travel from all over West Texas to fish O.H. Ivie and this increases the risk that zebra mussels could be spread to other reservoirs by boats. It’s going to be very important for boaters to practice clean, drain, and dry when leaving O.H. Ivie, because we don’t want zebra mussels to spread to other reservoirs in
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Powder Creek Pavilion, 520 S. Center St. Bonham, TX. Sat. Aug. 22 @ 8pm, (903) 227-1911 This band is the gold standard for country dance music in this area for decades. “The Southern Cross Band”. When thinking about Classic Country music, your mind automatically
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throw some friends together, some with much musical history and others just wanting to give it a try, and see what we can put together, and the band was born, practicing twice a week, having a good time all the way. One thing was common ground, we all loved country music, as in Classic country. The goal was to get a set list of good dance tunes. The band played their fair share of benefits and fund raisers just to get heard and then were invited to audition at Loose Wheels Texas and frankly the rest is history... and the ride has been fun. Fronted by the vocals of Albert Edwards, the bands foundation was set. Having fronted other bands and been on the road, he had a good ear for what people wanted to hear. There have been plenty of members come and go over the last 11 years, but it has settled down to become one of the more popular bands in the local
area of Sherman, Denison and Bonham. This band never intended to be a road band, and have stuck hard to local establishments, Loose Wheels, Red Rock Saloon, VFW’s ,however reaching out is not out of the question. The band: Albert Edwards, vocals Shon Faulkner, bass, vocals and harmony Randy Anderson, lead and rhythm guitar, vocals and harmony Ben Vincent, steel guitar, fiddle Mike Cloudt, drums Fred Spears, vocals, harmony, guitar, mandolin, dobro, french harp and God only knows what else this multi talent can play... a side note is that Fred honored this band with his talents after the loss of our friend and lead guitar player Charlie “Esquire” Jones... so if the classics of country are your thing, then this band will satisfy...
If you are new to Fannin County or just searching for a new dentist, Dr Theresa Heaton is the right choice for you! With over 15 years of combined military and private practice, Dr Heaton provides care for your whole family in a comfortable, friendly environment. Clayton Manufacturing located at 333 Austin Dr. in Bonham Texas is hiring! We are looking for talented and dedicated team members to join our Team! We currently have added 20 new positions to our growing team that we are looking to fill immediately. Position openings in the following areas: Production: Drywall, Electrical, Plumbing, Shower, Paint and Siding installation General Maintenance Technician Warehouse Material Handling – *must have prior forklift experience *Prior Construction/Manufacturing experience a plus in all position Pay & Benefits Weekly pay starts at $600 with perfect attendance Schedule: Monday through Friday 7 am to 330 pm *with occasional overtime *Full Benefit Package Requirements: Stable work history 3 years or greater Valid Picture ID and Social Security Card If you are interested in joining our team in one of the positions listed, please fill out the application and submit your resume at the following online location: Careers.ClaytonHomes.com
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“Without prefix, without suffix, and without apology, I am a Democrat!” - Speaker Sam Rayburn “Do not get lost in a sea of despair. Be hopeful, Be optimistic. Our struggle is not the struggle of a day, a week, a month or a year, it is the struggle of a lifetime. Never, ever be afraid to make some noise and get in trouble, good trouble, necessary trouble.” - Representative John Lewis
WHY VOTE? (The following was presented to the Bethlehem Baptist Church in Bonham, Texas, in February of 2020, by Doris McCullough and Bill Roberts. This was five months prior to the passing of civil rights legend Representative John Lewis.) WHY VOTE? Simply enough, because you can.
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Unlike millions of our ancestors, both black and white, you have a voice to use to change our country. It may not be a loud voice, alone, but when combined with others it can, and sometimes does, make a big difference. Those of you who watched television on the night of November 4, 2008 know what that means. Although many blacks served in the American revolution, only free black men who owned property were allowed to vote, and only those in New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. But even Pennsylvania and New Jersey rescinded those rights in the early 1800s. It wasn’t until after the loss of hundreds of thousands of lives in the Civil War that the Civil Rights Act of 1866 and the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments to the Constitution were passed and the slow process of giving voting rights to black (male) citizens began. The 19th Amendment, granting women the vote, did not pass until more than 50 years later. In response, many southern states passed laws and state constitutions that continued to disenfranchise blacks and many poor whites up until the 1960s. In addition to facing things like literacy tests and poll taxes, because blacks were excluded from voter rolls they were unable to serve on juries which remained all white, as well. Only in the 1950’s did racist politicians begin to lose their grip on power in the South. A few brave legislators, including Sam Rayburn and Lyndon Johnson of Texas and Al Gore, Sr., of Tennessee, refused to sign the Southern Manifesto which sought to undo the Supreme Court’s Brown v. Board of Education ruling on school desegregation. The 1960s saw a groundswell of public opinion that changed America forever, but not without the sacrifice of many martyred civil rights heroes. Medgar Evers was assassinated by the Mississippi Ku Klux Klan in 1963, as were James Chaney, Andrew Goodman and Michael Schwerner (a black man and two Jews) in 1964. Hundreds of others were beaten or killed for the offense of trying to register blacks to vote and assure their access to the polls, including present leaders like Representative John Lewis of Georgia. The Civil Rights and Voting Rights Acts of 1964 and 1965 finally allowed the U.S. government to enforce the rights of blacks to vote in southern states where they had so long been denied. While the progress was slow and the setbacks many, as Dr. King said, “The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends toward justice.” So, your vote is the most effective way that you have to bend that arc toward justice just a little bit sooner. Yet, we still face many problems. There are states that continue to use every means available, including voter suppression and gerrymandering, to negate the ability of voters of color to effect the changes we need and deserve. Far too often, politicians must be dragged kicking and screaming to do the right thing, and our votes are the means we use to drag them. As you look around our country, you can see that we are governed by people like ourselves, flawed and all-too-human. But you can also see that some of these people are of honest good will, while others are venal and selfish. Your vote is the only protection we have against those who would use the levers of government for their personal interests as opposed to those who are inclined to serve the common good. It has been said, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful and committed citizens can change the world. Why? Because it’s the only thing that ever has.” Your vote is your voice, earned by the blood and tears of the brave souls who have preceded us. Your vote is your voice. Make them hear it!
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Why do so many people who claim to be “pro-life” refuse to protect their neighbors’ lives by wearing a mask at Walmart? - Breathing Uneasy in Bonham
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Gee, Uneasy, that’s a puzzler. We know that masks help protect ourselves and others, but some folks think that they are making a political statement by not wearing one. But wearing a mask is not a political statement, it’s an IQ test! - A Democrat
VOLUNTEER: To volunteer for the local Democratic Party, click on fctxdems.org or write to The Fannin County Democratic Party, P.O. Box 297, Bonham, TX 75418. You can also use these methods to contribute material for THE DEMOCRATIC SIDE.
DONATE: To Donate to the local Democratic Party, send check or money order to The Fannin County Democratic Party, P.O. Box 297, Bonham, TX 75418. Contributions are not tax deductible.
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The Fannin County Leader is a 5/21/19 to all residents FREE publication, in Fannin County, thanks to our Advertisers. Without you, the advertiser, The Leader would not be able to deliver to every home in Fannin County every week for FREE. Each week we want to recognize our advertisers and say “thank you” for making the Leader possible.
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The naming of a child is a task that each family holds dear. Names have meaning, and it is not without consideration that a child is named. Often, in this branding, a parent remembers a special member of their family, a close friend, a historical hero or even an event. In our western culture, the tradition of the father is often carried down from past generations by adding a Jr. II, III or IV as a suffix to the family name. The mother’s maiden name may be used as the given name, or a beloved grandmother, aunt or friend is remembered in naming a new daughter. There are as many variables as there are births, but it is usually a joyful and hopeful event to pass on these beloved names. The parents are hopeful that the new arrival will not only bear the name of a loved one but will share the character and traits of their namesake. It is not uncommon to witness a parent looking into their child’s eyes for the first time and proclaim with surety that if this little one shares the likeness of their namesake, they are destined to be a blessing to themselves and others. For the Hebrew, the naming of a child was critical in identifying the nature of the child. God named the first man, ADAM, meaning “man”. God declared that through the woman would come One who would free God’s creation from the deadly choice the first couple made. Adam named the woman, EVE, “alive, to have life” because she was the mother of all living. (Genesis 3:14) There was great promise in Eve’s name, for God declared that through the woman the Messiah would come to overcome the curse of death brought on by human rebellion. Only a few verses into the scriptures, God promised healing for the deadly virus of sin that had come upon the world. This deadly virus of SIN brought death, but the promised seed of the woman, THE MESSIAH, would bring life. And so HE CAME….”born of a woman, born under the law.” Galatians 4:4. “And His Name will be”, the Angel, Gabriel told Mary, “YESHUA”. (It is by the Greek and Latin translation of His name that the western world has adopted the name JESUS.) The Hebrew spelling of the name yeshua is yehoshua, a compound name which contains 1. God’s Name “YHWH [pronounced Yahweh] meaning “I AM” and 2. A Hebrew verb which means to deliver, save or rescue. YESHUA [JESUS] bears the name of His Father, YHWH, and is defined by HIS MISSION – to save, deliver, and rescue humanity from death. In declaring HIS NAME, JESUS SAYS – I AM MY FATHER, YHWH, WHO HAS COME TO SAVE THE WORLD FROM DEATH. I AND MY FATHER ARE ONE! John 10:30 So why is HIS NAME so important? Regardless of what the world around us is saying, Jesus is still THE ONLY ONE WAY to GOD. GOD declared it when HE sent His Angelic Messenger to proclaim it. HIS NAME, YESHUA (JESUS), is the truth that is foundational to every claim Jesus spoke when He was on this earth.
Precinct 2 Commissioner A.J. Self Pct. Barn Location: 500 N. Highway 69 Leonard, Texas 75452 Phone: 903-587-3455 Email Address: aself@fanninco.net
JESUS (YESHUA) is the ONLY SON OF GOD. “For God so loved the world that HE gave HIS ONLY SON.” John 3:16 JESUS (YESHUA) IS ETERNAL. He is prehistory and post history – not confined by time and space. “I AM the Alpha and Omega, the First and Last, the Beginning and the End.” Rev 22:13 JESUS (YESHUA) said, “I AM the door. If anyone enters in by Me, he will be saved.” John 10:9 JESUS (YESHUA) said, “I AM THE LIVING BREAD! The one who partakes of ME will never die.” John 6;51 JESUS (YESHUA) said HE is the way to be free of the fear of death. “I AM the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in Me will live, even though he dies.” John 11:25 JESUS (YESHUA) said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life.” John 8:12. In this day of darkness, the whole world is looking for enlightenment. Evil is good to one group, and good is evil to another. Who will deliver us from this chaos?
Precinct 3 Commissioner Jerry Magness Pct. Barn Location: 18101 East FM 1396 (Just off new Hwy 82) Honey Grove, Texas 75446 Phone: 903-378-2941 Email Address: precinct3@fanninco.net Precinct 4 Commissioner Dean Lackey Pct. Barn Location: 1369 East Highway 56 Bonham, Texas 75418 Phone: 903-583-2039 Email Address: dlackey@fanninco.net
There is only ONE TRUTH, for if there were many, all would be a lie.
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We hear much news today about a world that has lost its way, a world turned upside-down searching for truth and direction – a world void of reason, leaving us at odds to know who or what to believe. The world may scream, “Come this way! NO! Go that way! What we told you yesterday is no longer the truth for today.” BUT JESUS (YESHUA) says:
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Our part is to come to Him; to lay our questions, our fears, unbelief, guilt, depression, rejection, and hopelessness AT HIS FEET. WHY? Because HE IS GOD, HE IS ALIVE, HE CANNOT BE AFFECTED BY CHANGE, AND HE HOLDS THE KEYS OF HELL AND DEATH IN HIS HANDS. Revelation 1:18 JESUS (YESHUA) said, “Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28 Signed: Teri Sheddy
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Meet the New Fannin County Leader Owners With a combined total of over 43 years experience, this team of four has been devoted to the advertisers and readers of The Fannin County Leader. It is a great opportunity we have been given, to purchase and keep The Leader local. We are privileged to continue the legacy of delivering a free newspaper to all the residents of Fannin County.
My name is Connie Estes. Married to Joe Estes for many years, we have two children, Clete & Canda. We have one grandson, Tully. We are blessed with a great daughter-in-law, Jen and a great son-in-law, Ben. I have been employed at The Leader since May 2011. I started at the front desk as the Receptionist and Classifieds Manager. While at The Leader, I have worked or assisted in every department for some length of time with the exception of the Sales department. Approximately 1 ½ years ago, I was promoted to the position of Office and Billing manager - the position I gladly fill today at The Leader. As a new owner, it is my privilege to continue to serve our customers in this role. The Leader has a hard working staff who are committed to our customers’ needs. We all look forward to keeping The Leader locally owned and operated for many years to come. Thank you for reading The Leader and advertising with us. We appreciate you.
My name is Tim Meek and I am the graphics/composition manager. I have been with the Leader/ Fannin County Special for 19 years. I have lived in the Boyd area since 1981 with my wife D.J. and 2 children, Luke and Sarah. After retiring from a major furniture manufacturer as a Production Manager in Grand Prairie (for which I commuted to from Bonham for 20 years) I started working for the Fannin County Special in sales. I thoroughly enjoy the graphics/layout aspect of the paper and appreciate the opportunity to be an owner after all these years. My team consist of Loren Colley and Austin Colley, two very talented young people. Together we have a strong creative team to provide original and exciting display ads. All three of us work very closely with Sharon Haynes, the Editor, to provide the best Fannin County Leader possible each week. We look forward to the growth of Fannin County and the growth of our local businesses. Our success, here at the Leader depends on our advertisers and through them, we are able to provide weekly news and information that the county deserves.
My name is Weesie Holland and I am the Sales Manager here at the newspaper. I have been with The Fannin County Leader for eight years. I was raised here in Bonham and moved away when I married my husband Randy. We relocated back to Bonham in 1984 and raised two children, Bobby and Tessie. We now have six beautiful grandchildren which are truly my greatest blessings. I worked many years managing a restaurant and still have a love for cooking and entertaining. Over these past eight years I have had the pleasure of helping so many with advertising and seeing their businesses grow. I look forward to many more years of providing Fannin County with this newspaper.
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My name is Sharon Haynes and my position at The Fannin County Leader is the Editor. I receive editorial articles, photos, letters to the editor, etc. I have been living in Bonham with my husband Gary since 1999. I have been working here almost 7 years. I saw my friend, Connie Estes, at the hardware store when I had about 2 weeks left on my unemployment. She told me about a job coming available in the Classifieds Department. I applied immediately and was happy to get the job! We appreciate our advertisers, we could not exist without you. Looking forward to the journey this adventure provides.
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Thanks To Neal And Chris Melton From Bonham, TX For Fishing With Us Out Of The Lighthouse Marina. Be Safe And God Bless.
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Spring Special FOR SALE: Low birth ALL NEW! Angus Bulls. Two - 14 2900 East Black Jackson 3 Point Sprayers (Boommonths old. Out of top of Hugo, OK 74743 less Broadcast) 2 sizes the line sires. Price range 110 gallon, $1425 and 580-326-3240 up. $1,500-$2,000. Call Glenn 200 gallon, $2150 and up. Watson at 903-249-1752 6545 US 70 300 gallon with trailer. Mead, OK (Boomless Broadcast) 580-931-3240 $2850 and up. Broke F Farm Supply. 903-8148620
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SQUARE BALES OF HAY FOR SALE: Fertilized haygrazer. Good clean hay. $7.00 per bale. 903-2272920 NP FARMS Hay Baling Services Net wrap or twine. Hay for sale year round. Nathan Prater, call or text 903449-2904. Trenton, Tx and surrounding areas. Thank You For Your Business! Like our page on Facebook @ NPFarms4 YOUNG TRACTOR WORKS Specializing in complete pasture care under 50 acres. Services include: pasture mowing, spraying, pasture renovation, discing, planting winter rye, seeding pastures, repair hog damage. Also do dirt work: driveways, building sites, grading for drainage. Experienced fast professional service! Call 903-271-7394. FARM EQUIPMENT BUYING ag and industrial tractors & equipment running or dead. 903-814-8620 FOR SALE: IH 385 w/ Loader, low hours, 43HP, w/ CAT 1&2 3 pt lift, 80% rear tires. $12,500. Call: 903814-8620 or 903-821-0604.
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Texas Lake Levels +/as of 8/14/20 Arlington -2.48 Benbrook -3.62 Bonham -1.18 Bridgeport -1.10 Cedar Creek -1.00 Eagle Mountain -1.09 Fork -1.26 Granbury -0.94 Grapevine -0.35 Joe Pool -0.74 Lavon -1.97 Lewisville -0.79 Pat Mayse -0.10 Possum Kingdom -2.41 Ray Hubbard -1.27 Ray Roberts -0.45 Tawakoni -0.92 Texoma -0.09 Toledo Bend -2.40 Weatherford -1.56 Whitney -2.40 Worth -1.02
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STEERS 300 lbs and under.....................$1.30-$2.10 300-400 lbs..............................$1.25-$2.00 400-500 lbs..............................$1.10-$1.80 500 lbs & up..............................$0.85-$1.60 HEIFERS 300 lbs and under....................$1.20-$2.05 300-400 lbs..............................$1.15-$2.00 400-500 lbs..............................$1.00-$1.75 500 lbs & up............................$0.75-$1.65 SLAUGHTER Cows........................................$0.25-$0.75 Bulls..........................................$0.72-$1.02
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50’ x 100’ x 16’ Equipment/Haybarn/Arena Roof Only, Turnkey, 20” x 5’ Piers w/Concrete, 16” I-Beam Trusses, 8” C-Purlin, 26GA. 25 YR Galvalume • $24,900
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Nikki Long, Age 8, caught this nice catfish fishing on Lake Bonham. Congratulations Nikki and thanks to Justin & Natalie Long for Taking a Kid Fishing! Send YOUR FISHING pictures to fcleader@ verizon.net, attention Tim or text to 903227-5702, for FREE publication on the Outdoor Page.
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Justice Is Served, Virtually
Press Release - After much careful deliberation, the board of directors of the Fannin County Children’s Center has decided that the 16th annual “Justice Is Served” will be a virtual, three-day event. In recent years, this dinner and auction fundraising event has drawn a crowd of more than 500 people to the Complex in Bonham. “Because of the pandemic, we just do not see how it would be safe or wise to do that again this November,” said Children’s Center Executive Director Sandy Barber. “However, we still need funding. Our work has not stopped. Therefore, we are putting our time and energy into developing a fun, online fundraising event.” The three-day event will be November 12-14 and will
include several components. A baked goods auction will be conducted on-line on Thursday, Nov 12. The traditional silent auction will be moved on-line. Anyone with access to the internet will be able to view and bid on these auction items from Nov 12-14. On Saturday, Nov 14, there will be a live stream starting at 7 pm which will include a live auction, raffle drawing and more. Details for sponsorship packages are still being adjusted and fine-tuned for this year’s event. Organizers are aiming to release sponsorship details by the first of September. The Children’s Center is currently seeking donations of auction items for the event. Additional event details will be released as they become available. Follow the Fannin
County Children’s Center on Facebook, Twitter and/or Instagram or check out their website www.fanninccc.org as additional event information will be posted as it becomes available. The Fannin County Children’s Center is a nonprofit agency that has been serving children since 1993. Their mission is promoting safety and improving the lives of abused and neglected children. The Center’s programs include CASA, the Children’s Advocacy Center and child abuse prevention. The Children’s Center relies on grants, donations and fundraising in order to provide advocacy, counseling and other support services at no cost to victims of child abuse.
There is in the splashing of the creek a great spray of diamonds. As each youngster sails like an astronaut out on the tire swing, then releases the hold on the earth to flail, suspended in time and space for that brief second or two, there is a timelessness, a postponement of all things evil and destructive, an affirmation of joy. The swimming hole in Lewis Creek has been there since Indian times, of course, and the tire swing was probably preceded by simply a rope with knots in it. It is one of the summer lodestones of our existence. Each summer we have to make our pilgrimage in the hot sun to the hole below the little waterfall, to the place were Lewis Creek widens and deepens for the benefit of hot, dry people before becoming just a creek again. And in this widening of the creek, this sacred
place in our summer lives, we also play witness to the passage of years. Across the creek from the tree with the tire swing, the gravelly bottom extends gently with almost no current for ten feet or so. This is the baby beach, where squealing tots are allowed to cool off without benefit (or hindrance) of any more covering than the smiles of their parents. As the children grow, they venture farther out into the current of the creek and test their strength against the forces of nature. By the time a youngster is eight or ten, the seduction of the tire swing becomes overwhelming and the flailing of the arms and legs against the blue of the sky begin. Later still, when gangliness becomes fluidity and sleekness, and we want to make catlike moves to attract the opposite sex, the tire is used
as a swinging platform for exquisite dives into the deep part of the creek where the big trout lie in cold holes. And as we age, and we watch our children come to love the hole in Lewis Creek, and as we sip lemonade in the shade as our grandchildren work their ways up the swimming hole chain of life, we can look at the splashing of the creek and see, with each sleek dive, with each laughing bellyflop, the diamonds of the creek sent skyward, and the laughter stays with us and keeps us strong and makes us feel rich, and fortunate. It is unnecessary to say the hole in Lewis Creek is an important part of our lives, because it, along with so many other treasures of the years, really is our lives.
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At Bailey Inglish For Children 3 or 4 years old on or before September 1, 2020 Now accepting online intake for 2020-2021 school year. New Students Only! To access the online intake go to: bonhamisd.org ·Click on campus ·Click on Bailey Inglish Early Childhood Center ·Select English or Spanish Intake ·Complete information and Submit Intake ·A School Representative will contact you to complete the process
PUBLIC NOTICE The Planning and Zoning Commission for The City of Honey Grove.
Tuesday August 25, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. in Honey Grove City Hall, 633 N. 6th Street, 2nd Floor the Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider the following: (A). Consider and act on a Zone Variance to allow a Tiny House to be moved to 900 W. Commerce Street, Honey Grove, Texas. The request is made by Larry Felty. (B). Consider and act on a Zone Variance to the fence restrictions at 800 E. Main Street, Honey Grove, Texas. The request is made by Kevin Mayberry. (C). Consider and act on a Zone Change from Commercial District to Single Family 1 at 220 S 6th Street, Honey Grove, Texas. The request is made by Ohr Interest, LLC. Also, the Honey Grove City Council will meet Tuesday, August 25, 2020 immediately following the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting, in the Honey Grove City Hall, 633 N. 6th Street, 2nd Floor, to consider this request and the recommendations of the Planning and Zoning Commission and to have a 2020-2021 City of Honey Grove Budget Workshop. Interested parties are encouraged to attend. If you have questions concerning this matter, please contact the City Secretary, Sally Wright at 903-378-3033.
Sunday Services at 10:45 • Women’s Bible Study Tuesdays 6:45 Pre-teen & Youth Bible Study Wednesdays 6:30 Young Adults Bible Study Thursdays 6:30
3375 S o u t h h w y 121 - B o n h a m 903-583-1671 ● P a S t o r K e v i n L a n e Hebrews 10:25 (KJV) Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye Fannin County see the day approaching. Due To The Covid-19 Virus, Services May Or May NOT Be Available At This Time. Please Call The Church You Are Interested In And Inquire If They Have An On-Line Video Available Of Sunday Services. Pray For An End To This Virus And A Return To Worshiping God Together As A Church.
Assembly of God
First Assembly of God, Bonham 1650 N. Center Bonham, TX 75418 (903) 583-5883
Baptist
Allen’s Point Baptist Church 310 CR 2775 Honey Grove, TX 75446 903378-7038 Bailey Bible Baptist Church 205 Leslie Bailey, Texas 75413
Baptist
Episcopal
Grace Reformed Baptist Church 2800 N. 10th St Honey Grove TX 903-364-4254
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church 623 Star Street (W 7th & Star Street) 903-3753859
Latter-day Saints
Ivanhoe Baptist Church 4063 NO.FM 273 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 (903)5832359
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints Bonham Ward 1540 S Hwy 78 (903) 583-4949
Honey Grove Cowboy Church 3050 Hwy 100 North Honey Grove, TX
Lutheran
St. James Lutheran Church 14394 Lamasco Baptist Church 346 CR 2615 E FM 1396 Windom Tx 75492 Telephone, Texas 75488 903-664-2454 Phone:903-378-7116
Bethlehem Baptist Church “The House of Bread” 1415 Franklin Avenue, Bonham, TX 7541 Office: 903-583-8061 Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 1409 W. Market St. Honey Grove, Texas Bois D’Arc Creek Cowboy Church 75446 (903) 378-7835 Hwy 121 & Edhube Road Phone 903-583-1671 Little Bethel Baptist Church PO Box 63 Ladonia, Texas 75449 Boyd Baptist Church 3707 St. Hwy. 78 N Phone (903)367-7708 Bonham, Texas Phone (903) 583-7288 Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Rt 1 Box Calvary Baptist Church 913 S. 5th St 101B, PO Box 73, Ladonia, Texas Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-3910 75449 Phone (903)367-7009 Central Baptist Church (Fundmental, Independent) 709 Union Ave. Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 505-4124
New Zion Baptist Church Rt. 3 Box 269 Intersection FM898 & FM2645 (903) 961-2027
Methodist
Congregational Methodist Church corner of Hwy 121 and W 13th St. PO Box 386 Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-7380 Christian Chapel CME 1005 West Market St. Honey Grove, Tx 75446 903-378-3518 Ector United Methodist Church 401 Church St. Ector, Texas 75439 (903) 961-2015 First United Methodist Church of Leonard 206 N. Main / PO Box 218 Leonard, TX 75452 903-587-3463
Corinth Baptist Church 277 CR 1150 North of Bonham on Highway 78 903 583 2750
Ravenna Baptist Church 100 Elm Street First United Methodist Church of TrenRavenna, Texas 75476 ton 211 North Second Street @ Hunt Trenton, TX 75490 903-989-2378 Rising Son Cowboy Church Dial Baptist Church 16816 FM 1550 1526 CR 2010 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 First United Methodist Church of BonHoney Grove, TX 75446 903-378-7070 903-640-3377 ham 801 Star Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-3314 Duplex Baptist Church 313 CR 2102 Sandy Baptist Church Ravenna, Texas Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-664-3175 75476 (903) 583-9546 Grove Hill Methodist Church 5501 FM 1553 Leonard, TX 75452 Ector Baptist Church P.O. Box 248 Seventh & Main Baptist Church 617 Ector, Texas 75439 (903) 961-2175 N. Main Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-8679 Marvin United Methodist Church Edhube Baptist Church 595 FM 2815 Office Phone 903-364-2411 FM 898 E Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-2840 Telephone Baptist Church located on Whitewright, Texas FM 273 in Telephone Office phone: Elwood Baptist Intersection of CR 2125 903-664-2377 Mulberry United Methodist Church, and CR 2544 near Ivanhoe, Texas 5638 FM 274, Ravenna, TX 75476, Primera Iglesia Baustia Hispana 1134 FM phone 1-888-311-8508 Faith Independent Baptist Church 273 Bonham, Texas 75418 903-583-5727 12676 W Hwy 82 Savoy, Tx 75479 McKenzie United Methodist Church Trinity Baptist Church 219 W. Denison in Honey Grove 700 N. 6th St. Honey 903-965-5517 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-3388 Grove, Texas 75446 903-378-2315 Fannin Bible Baptist Church (Fundmental, Valley Creek Baptist Church Independent) 903/583-3581 Telephone United Methodist Church, PO Box 397 Leonard, Texas 75452 360 CR 2145, Telephone, Texas First Baptist Church of Bailey PO Box 221 Bailey, Texas 75413 Westside Baptist Church 1500 West Wesley United Methodist Church, 1580 (903)583-4793 Main Honey Grove, Texas 75446 903- FM 273 Bonham, Texas 378-3468 First Baptist Church of Bonham 710 Windom United Methodist Church N. Center Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) Windom Baptist Church PO Box 1026 207 Second Street PO Box 936 583-8519 Windom, TX 75492 (903) 623-2215 Windom, TX 75492 903-268-3277 First Baptist Church of Dodd City PO Box 47 Dodd City, Texas 75438-0047 (903)583-4465
Wild Horse Creek Cowboy Church Pleasant Grove CME Church box 34 2992 CR 2285 Telephone, Texas 75488 Ladonia TX 75449 Hwy 64 phone 903-486-1630 903-367-7870
Catholic
Nazarene
First Baptist Church of Honey Grove PO Box 124 Honey Grove, Texas 75446 St. Elizabeth Catholic Church corner (903)378-2768 of 10th & Maple Bonham, TX office 903-583-7734 First Baptist Church of Ladonia 301 Church of Christ East Main Ladonia, Texas 75449-100 Church of Christ Leonard, Texas 75452 (903)367-7038 (903) 587-2229 First Baptist Church of Leonard 100 East Thomas St. [PO Box 1146] Leonard, TX 75452 (903) 587-2250
First Presbyterian Church of Leonard 112 W. Thomas St. Leonard, Texas 75452 (903) 989-2771
Katy Blvd Church of Christ 411 Katy Blvd Bonham, TX 75418 706-294-5996
Main Street Presbyterian Church P.O. Box 188 or 504 E. Main St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 (903) 739-2567
Midway Church of Christ Hwy 56 W Bonham 903 583 3989 Northside Church of Christ 2020 N. Center Bonham, Texas 75418 (903)583-3484
First Baptist Church of Savoy .O. Box 177 Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) 965-4160
Savoy Church of Christ P.O. Box 212 Savoy, (903) 965-7344
First Baptist Church of Trenton PO Box 157 Trenton, Texas 75490 (903)989-2319
Bonham Living Word Church of God 699 E Hwy82 Bonham,TX 75418 Phone: (903) 583-5655
Church of God
First Fannin Baptist Hispanic Church Rt. Lannius Church of God 2803 Hwy 897 4 Box 10 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) Dodd City, TX 75438 903-623-3007 583-5727 Christian First Christian Church of Bonham Gober Baptist Church P.O. Box 82 701 N Main Street Bonham, TX 75418 Wolfe City, Texas 75496 (903) 583-2378 903.583.2227
Central
United Pentecostal
Calvary United Pentecostal Church 1190 Hwy 56 W Bonham Texas 903-583-4346
First Pentecostal Church of God 1850 S HWY 121 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-7878 United Pentecostal Church P.O. Box 216 Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) 965-4627 Peace Tabernacle UPC 16020 CR 635 Trenton, Texas
Lee Jackson, Pastor Cell: 903.505.4124
Sunday School 10:00 Worship Service 11:00 Wednesday @ 7:00
BAPTIST CHURCH
BONHAM, TEXAS
Presbyterian
First Presbyterian Church of Bonham 818 N. Main St. Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-2014
Ector Church of Christ Hwy 56 & Cedar St. Ector, Texas 903.965.4398
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
Bonham Community Church 347 FM 273 Bonham, TX 228-563-0423
A Place To Call Home
Please view our Sunday Morning services @ cbcfannin on Facebook or CBC Bonham-Youtube cbcmissionsbonhamtx@gmail.com
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Trap Shoot Sponsored By The Windom Lions Club
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING TO DISCUSS BUDGET AND PROPOSED TAX RATE
The Savoy Independent School District will hold a public meeting at 6:30 P.M. August 27th 2020, in the Savoy I.S.D. Administration Building Board Room, 302 West Hayes, Savoy TX. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the school districts’ budget that will determine the tax rate that will be adopted. Public participation in the discussion is invited. The tax rate that is ultimately adopted at this meeting or at a separate meeting at a later date may not exceed the proposed rate shown below unless the district publishes a revised notice containing the same information and comparisons set out below and holds another public meeting to discuss the revised notice.
Maintenance Tax
$ 1.04 /$100 (Proposed rate for maintenance and operations)
School Debt Service Tax Approved by Local Voters
$ .14 /$100 (Proposed rate to pay bonded indebtedness) This a 4 cent per $100 decrease from last year.
Comparison of Proposed Budget with Last Year’s Budget The applicable percentage increase or decrease (or difference) in the amount budgeted in the preceding fiscal year and the amount budgeted for the fiscal year that begins during the current tax year is indicated for each of the following expenditure categories: Maintenance and operations 0% increase and 0 % decrease Debt service a decrease Total expenditures increase
Total Appraised Value and Total Taxable Value (as calculated under Tax Code Section 26.04) Total appraised value* of all property Total appraised value* of new property** Total taxable value*** of all property Total taxable value*** of new property**
Preceding Tax Year $169,580,759 $3,632,390 $113,406,489 $3,489,450
Current Tax Year $ 181,634,169 $4,290,420 $122,916,282 $4,193,060
* “Appraised value” is the amount shown on the appraisal roll and defined by Tax Code Section 1.04(8) ** “New property” is defined by Tax Code Section 26.012(17). *** “Taxable value” is defined by Tax Code Section 1.04(10).
Bonded Indebtedness Total amount of outstanding and unpaid bonded indebtedness* $731,925 *Outstanding principal.
Comparison of Proposed Rates with Last Year’s Rates Maintenance & Operations
Interest & Sinking Fund*
Total
Local Revenue Per Student
State Revenue Per Student
Last Year’s Rate
$ 1.06/$100
$ 0.18/$100 *
$ 1.24/$100
$1,401,200
$ 1,946,800
Rate to Maintain Same Level of Maintenance & Operations Revenue & Pay Debt Service
$ 1.05/$100
$ 0.15/$100 *
$ 1.19/$100
$ 1,689,000
$ 1,710,000
Proposed Rate
$ 1.0547/$100
$ 0.14/$100*
$ 1.19/$100
$1,675,600
$ 1,724,400
* The Interest & Sinking Fund tax revenue is used to pay for bonded indebtedness on construction, equipment, or both. The bonds, and the tax rate necessary to pay those bonds, were approved by the voters of this district.
Comparison of Proposed Levy with Last Year’s Levy on Average Residence Last Year
The Trap Shoot will be held Sunday August 30th on the Bowman ranch south of Windom just off FM 1743. Follow the signs from the flashing yellow light at the intersection of TX HWY 56 and FM 1743 south to the Trap Shoot. The shoot will begin at 12:00 noon. Sandwiches and cold drinks will be available for purchase. Shoots for minors will be available if enough are in attendance. Safety is an important issue with the Lions Club. Keep safety in mind at ALL TIMES!!
Walk To End Alzheimer’s
around the neighborhood – and we have a great way to do it! Join your local Walk to End Alzheimer’s. You can find it at www.act.alz.org This year’s Walk won’t be the large crowd all in one place you are used to. We’ll be walking together, yet social distancing. Everything will be controlled through our new Mainstage app. That means you can walk in your own neighborhood alone, or
One health fact that everyone should know by now is that walking is good for you. Equipment is minimal – just comfortable shoes. There are no gym fees, no heavy weights, and you can certainly go at your own pace. Listen 8/18/20 to music, think, let your dog enjoy the great outdoors with you. Right now as fall weather kind of/sort of/almost/maybe/ is on its way/arrives in Texas, it’s a great time to take a walk
LEGAL NOTICE
Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for Wine and Beer Retailer’s Off-Premise Permit (BQ) by KESHAV STORE LLC DBA SMOKE & BEER-WINE SHOP, to be located at 2240 N. CENTER ST., BONHAM TX 75418 (FANNIN COUNTY). Officers of said corporation are: Name
Title
HIREN PATEL
PRESIDENT
PRERAKKUMAR PATEL
PRESIDENT
8/18/20
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Susan Moore McBride, Deceased, were issued on July 7, 2020, in Cause No. PR-2020-12808, pending in the County Court at Law of Fannin County, Texas, to: Kristin Nevils Dockery. 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: Ronald W. Uselton Attorney at Law 402 W. Lamar, Ste. 101, Sherman, TX Sherman, Texas 75090 DATED the 10th day of August, 2020. /s/ Ronald W. Uselton Ronald W. Uselton Attorney for Kristin Nevils Dockery State Bar No.: 20415775 402 W. Lamar, Ste. 101, Sherman, TX Sherman, Texas 75090 Telephone: (903) 893-9624 Facsimile: (903) 813-0306 E-mail: useltonatty@gmail.com
This Year
Average Market Value of Residences
$ 97,089
$ 104,934.98
Average Taxable Value of Residences
$ 73,358
$ 80,322.76
Last Year’s Rate Versus Proposed Rate per $100 Value
$ 1.24/$100
$ 1.19/$100
Taxes Due on Average Residence
$ 599.64
$ 658.34
Increase (Decrease) in Taxes
$58.70
Under state law, the dollar amount of school taxes imposed on the residence homestead of a person 65 years of age or older or of the surviving spouse of such a person, if the surviving spouse was 55 years of age or older when the person died, may not be increased above the amount paid in the first year after the person turned 65, regardless of changes in tax rate or property value. Notice of Voter-Approval Rate: The highest tax rate the district can adopt before requiring voter approval at an election is $1.31/$100 This election will be automatically held if the district adopts a rate in excess of the voter-approval rate of $1.31/$100.(school voter-approval rate)
Fund Balances The following estimated balances will remain at the end of the current fiscal year and are not encumbered with or by a corresponding debt obligation, less estimated funds necessary for operating the district before receipt of the first state aid payment: Maintenance and Operations Fund Balance(s) Interest & Sinking Fund Balance(s)
$1,213,000 $211,000
A school district may not increase the district’s maintenance and operations tax rate to create a surplus in maintenance and operations tax revenue for the purpose of paying the district’s debt service. How to do sit-ups: Lay down, hands behind your head. Wow, this is a good position for a nap. Maybe I’ll just take a nap.
with your family. Walk on a trail. Walk anywhere – in fact, the slogan for Walk in 2020 is “Walk is Everywhere!” A daily walk is not only good for your health, your waistline and your well-being – but also for your brain. Studies have shown that physical activity – even mild physical activity such as walking – is associated with a decreased risk of cognitive impairment Researchers have found that inactive, but otherwise healthy, seniors who begin an exercise program experience significantly improved cognitive function. Studies most consistently demonstrate the exercise must be regular and tend toward the more vigorous side. In people with mild cognitive impairment, walking just 5 miles a week reduced brain atrophy and cognitive decline by more than 50%. So lace up your shoes, put the dog on a leash, and hit the pavement for the 2020 Walk to End Alzheimer’s! Your brain will thank you for it!
No. PR-2020-12796 § IN THE COUNTY COURT § JAMES BERL DAWDY, § OF § DECEASED 8/18/20 § FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS IN THE ESTATE OF
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of JAMES BERL DAWDY, Deceased, were issued on June 23, 2020, in Cause No. PR-2020-12796, pending in the County Court of Fannin County, Texas, to: JIM SCHAMPERS. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within 120 days of this notice. c/o: JIM SCHAMPERS P.O. Box 23108 Waco, Texas 76702 DATED the day of August, 2020. James Rainey Attorney for JIM SCHAMPERS State Bar No.: 00791473 3809 W. Waco Drive Waco, Texas 76710 Telephone: (254) 752-8644 Facsimile: (254) 752-8624 E-mail: raineylegal@yahoo.com
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Robert Lee Holmes were issued on June 9, 2020 in Cause No. PR-2020-12799, pending in the County Court at Law of Fannin County, Texas, to: Elizabeth Wilson Holmes, a/k/a Bettye Holmes. Claims may be presented in care of the attorney for the Estate addressed as follows: c/o Glenda O. Brewer Cowles & Thompson, P.C. 901 Main Street, Suite 3900 Dallas, Texas 75202 All persons having claims against the Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. DATED the 12th day of August, 2020. By: /s/ Glenda O. Brewer Attorney for the Estate State Bar No. 08317900
Free, Online, Interactive Diabetes Education
Press Release - Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will be hosting online, via ZOOM, “Do Well Be Well with Diabetes,” an educational program series for people with Type 2 Diabetes and caregivers. Classes are FREE! Sessions will be live on Zoom, Wednesdays in September from 3:00pm5:00pm (9/2; 9/9; 9/16; 9/23; and 9/27). Alicia Fowler, PA-C will be
our featured medical expert. Do Well Be Well with Diabetes is designed to teach simple ways to manage Type 2 Diabetes and take control of your health and your life! To be a part of Do Well Be Well with Diabetes classes, please contact the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service at (903) 583-7453 or email Bethany.arie@ ag.tamu.edu Registered participants will receive weekly class
materials that can be printed at home or may pick up materials from the Extension office. Each participant will need to provide an email address to receive the weekly ZOOM invitation and link. Please call to register by August 27! If you require special accommodations to attend, please contact one week prior to first session.
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FANNIN COUNTY INDIGENT HEALTH CARE PROGRAM Fannin County uses eligibility standards, application forms, documentation, and verification rules and procedures found in the Texas Health and Human Services County Indigent Health Care Program Handbook to comply with its responsibility under the Indigent Health Care and Treatment Act. Services and payment standards used by FCIHC are in compliance with the Texas Health and Human Services CIHCP Handbook. Application forms may be obtained by calling the Indigent Health Care Office at (903) 583-2915 located at 1203 East Sam Rayburn Drive, Suite 113, Bonham, Texas. Assistance in completing the application will be provided by contacting Mark DeMay, Indigent Health Care Coordinator. The following are the rules and procedures in summary: 1) Applications must be completely filled out, signed, and dated. 2) Documentation and verification of residency, household composition, income, and resources are required. 3) Certain deductions are allowed from earned income. Net income cannot exceed the following CIHCP Monthly Income Standards based on the 2020 Federal Poverty Guidelines. COUNTY INDIGENT HEALTH CARE PROGRAM Monthly CICHP Maximum Income Standards On The Federal Poverty Income Limits (FPIL) # of Individuals in the CIHCP Household 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
21% FPG Minimum Income Standard $224 $302 $381 $459 $537 $616 $694 $773 $851 $929 $1,008 $1,086
4) Liquid Resource Assets cannot exceed $2,000 or $3,000 for aged or disabled. The equity value of vehicle greater than $4,650 is counted against the $2,000 limit. Personal property and homestead are exempt. 5) Eligible persons must be residents of Fannin County. 6) Applicants must provide all information and documentation requested or applications will be denied. 7) Applicants have the right to appeal denials.
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Commissioner Self suggested dividing how the fee will be split between Development Services, which would be absorbed by General Funds, and the Precinct to which the culvert belongs. A motion to set the fee at $30, with $20 returning to the Precinct and $10 going to General Funds, passed. Commissioner Magness thanked Development Services Director Lita Huffman for handling the new Process. 12 Development Services Director Lita Huffman presented a one-time severance of 2 acres from a 58-acre tract on CR 4025 in Savoy for approval. She noted all taxes are paid and documents are in. Commissioner Lackey asked whether she lets landowners know that if they wish to divide their land again after a one-time severance, they must then replat their property. She confirmed landowners must sign an affidavit stating such. A motion to approve the severance passed. 13 Development Services Director Huffman recommended passing on the one-time severance of one-half acre from a tract on CR 2015 in Ivanhoe until next week, due to a typo in the information. 14 Development Services Director Huffman presented a one-time severance of 2 acres from a 12.544-acre tract on CR 2205 in Ivanhoe. All taxes are paid, and documents are in. The landowner is selling the 2 acres to a neighbor with only 8, so the neighbor can have enough acreage to qualify for ag exemption. A motion to approve the severance passed. 15 Development Services Director Huffman presented a replat of Tract 2 on CR 3615 in Honey Grove into two lots, with Tract 2 becoming 6.055 acres, and Tract 3 will be 3 acres, noting there are no deed restrictions on the property. Taxes are paid and documents are in. A motion to approve the replat passed. 16 Judge Moore opened a discussion on setting fees for One-Time Severance applications and Replat applications. Commissioner Self commented that surrounding counties charge for these applications, and with the high number of requests turned in, this is a source of income that should be capitalized upon. Development Director Huffman explained Grayson County charges $250 for a replat, which is at the same rate as a plat, while Hunt
The Fannin County Community Ministries Seeking Volunteers Fannin County Community Ministries needs your help!! Please Go to our website www. feedingfannin.com and click on the DONATE button to send us a donation and if possible, please make this a monthly donation! 18% of the people in our county are hungry – 28% are children, can you help? For $1 we can feed three meals! Check us out on Facebook at Fannin County Food Pantry Or mail a check to PO Box 69 Bonham, TX 75418 County charges $315 for a onetime severance application and $250 for a replat application. A motion to set both fees at $250 passed. 17 Judge Moore invited Purchasing Agent Case to speak regarding personnel or supplies for Covid-19 from the CARES Act Grant. Purchasing Agent Case said she spoke with Brian Brockett from the Texas Emergency Management about the CARES Act funds, and how they can be spent. She explained the County has already received 20% of the relief fund, totaling $187,869. Of what remains of the entire grant, 75% must be spent for direct relief from Covid-19, such as PPE supplies or testing equipment, while 25% can be used to cover the indirect expenses, such as laptops and other portable equipment for employees working from home, and easing the inmate cost elevated due to the governor order restricting transfers. Purchasing Agent Case suggested using the 20% already awarded to cover these indirect expenses, with any remainder spent on PPE. Judge Moore asked Purchasing Agent Case to obtain Mr. Brockett’s signature confirming the validity of this spending plan. The item was discussion only, with no action necessary. 18 Judge Moore presented for approval of the Fannin County Organizational Chart for Fiscal Year 2021, which must be submitted with the budget. He proposed assigning a supervisor to every department without an elected official, with suggestions on how to divide the supervision among the Commissioners and himself, including Commissioner Magness to oversee County Agents; Commissioner Lackey to oversee Veteran Services; Commissioner Self to oversee Development Services, and Judge Moore to oversee Environmental Development, and Information Technology. Bond Supervision and Indigent Healthcare supervisors are already in place. Commissioner Whitlock will assist Judge Moore with his supervision until his term ends. A motion to approve the Organizational Chart as read passed. 19 Judge Moore addressed approving Modification of Intergovernmental Agreement by Fannin County with the United States Marshals Service, Modification No. 17, to incorporate Department of Labor Wage Determination Number 20155273 (Rev 15) to be effective 09/15/2020, stating that he refused to sign the Agreement last week because it showed an increase. Attorney Herb Bristow advised signing the Agreement first, so an adjusted
pay rate can be adopted later. County Auditor Alicia Whipple added that the Agreement breaks down the average federal wages that are required for certain positions. A motion to approve the Agreement passed. 20 Auditor Alicia Whipple presented budget amendments from Fannin County Auditor’s Office for fiscal year 2019/2020, noting that the biggest numbers reported are from the Courthouse restoration. A motion to approve the budget amendments passed. 21 Auditor Whipple explained she needs the approval of the Auditor Monthly Reports for July 2020. She estimated if expenses remain steady for the next two months, expenses will not exceed income by as much as was originally expected. A motion to approve the Auditor Monthly Reports passed. 22 A motion to approve the payment of bills passed. 23 Comments: Commissioner Whitlock had no comment, other than that he was still awaiting information on possible Covid-19 cases. Commissioner Self thanked attendees and hopes everyone has a great week. Commissioner Magness announced there will be construction on CR 2610, Rec Road 3, which will close the road for two weeks once commenced. He asked those bringing trash to the County barn to sign in before dropping off trash, which is accumulating faster than can be dealt with. He asked that wood that can be burned be taken care of in the country because every trip to the dump costs the County money. Commissioner Lackey agreed the trash is an issue. He noted he has, in conjunction with NTMWD, approved several bridges and turnarounds. FM 897 across the lake is expected to open tomorrow. Commissioner Lackey reminded drivers to be careful around construction and on the new section of 82. He is glad the new traffic signals on 121 are working to keep the intersection safe, but cautioned drivers to pay attention until everyone gets used to the signals. Judge Moore announced Commissioners worked last week with NTMWD on shoreline development for Bois d’ Arc Lake, and the presentation from the workshop is posted on the County website. The budget is coming along. He recognized the passing of Mary Bloodsworth, who was head of the Environmental Services Department, and the passing of Steve Hall. He will keep the County updated on the mask mandate. The meeting adjourned at 9:58 a.m.
OBITUARIES
MICHAEL W. WEXLER
SEPT. 16, 1959 – AUG. 2, 2020 Michael was found deceased in his home, after a long battle of cancer. Pot luck dinner in his honor was held at 1303 East Sam Rayburn, Bonham, TX. 3:00pm to 5:30pm on August 15, 2020.
FREDDIE WAYNE YORK
Bonham- A Celebration of Life for Freddie Wayne York, age 76, of Ector, TX will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, August 22, 2020 at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel in Bonham, TX. Mr. York joined our Heavenly father on Sunday, August 9, 2020 while at his home. Freddie Wayne York was born in Lawton, OK on November 1, 1943 to Fred Earl and Lorene (Lawyer) York. He married Linda Sue (Dean) York on July 1, 1965 in Hebron, TX. Mr. York served in the United States Army, was a truck driver and an entertainer, he was known for singing. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Freddie is survived by wife, Linda York; sons, Tim York and wife Cindy, Scotty York and Courtney Palmer, Freddie York, Jr. and wife Kim and Rodney Terry; 7 grandchildren; brothers, Eddie York, Ronnie York and Ricky York; and sister, Cathy York, along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends. To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www.coopersorrells.com
STEVEN WILLIAM HALL BonhamMemorial services for Steven William Hall, age 68, of Ravenna, TX were held at 10:00 am on Saturday, August 15, 2020 at Mulberry Cemetery Pavilion. Rev. Ricky Granstaff officiated. Mr. Hall entered his forever home on Monday, August 10, 2020 while at home with his loving family by his side. Steven William Hall was born in Bonham, TX on September 11, 1951 to John W. and Alma Ruth (Walsh) Hall. He married Brenda June (Bolton) Hall on July 19, 1997 in Van Alstyne, TX. Mr. Hall was a Peace Officer he had worked for Fannin County Sheriff’s Office as well as other police agencies. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He attended both Boyd Baptist Church and Ravenna Baptist Church. Steven is survived by wife, Brenda Hall of Ravenna; sons, David Votaw of Mulberry, Cace Lawless and wife Tina of Caddo Mills, Tyler Hall and wife Megan of Ravenna and Stuart Hall and wife Amy of Duplex; daughters, Melanie Cox and husband Kevin of Bonham, and Annie Watts and husband Damion of Round Rock; 11 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, sister Ruth Ann Moore and husband T and brother, Derrell Hall and wife Judy of Mulberry. He is preceded in death by his parents. To convey condolences or to sign an online registry please visit www.coopersorrells.com
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MARY ELIZABETH (GRIMES) WESTER
BonhamMary Elizabeth (Grimes) Wester, age 83, of Bonham, TX was born in Gladewater, TX on January 28, 1937 to Albert and Fannie (Land) Grimes. She passed away on Friday, August 7, 2020 while at Bonham Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Elizabeth is survived by daughters, Mary Kleinfall and husband Greg of Plano, TX and Brenda Tollison and husband Pete of Burleson, TX; grandchildren, Chelsey Pinksa and husband Steven, Lacey Reich and husband Josh, Mallory Oakes and husband Ty, Ryan Kleinfall and wife Johanna and Justin Kleinfall and wife Mengting; great grandchildren, Savanna Pinksa, Taytum Pinksa, Rowen Pinksa, Tucker Owen, Charlotte Oakes and Daisy Oakes. She is preceded in death by her parents and sister, Virginia Foster. Elizabeth was a homemaker, a loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She will be missed dearly. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of CooperSorrells Funeral Home Bonham, TX. The family will hold a private memorial service at a later date. To convey condolences or sign an online registry, please visit www.coopersorrells.com MARY MARGARET BLOODSWORTH BonhamMary Margaret Bloodsworth, age 62, of Bonham, TX was born in Dallas, TX on December 5, 1957 to Roy Maurice and Margaret “Maggie” Marshall (Martin) Prewitt. She passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2020 at her home. Mary Margaret (Prewitt) Bloodsworth married Johnny Lee Bloodsworth on June 4, 1977 in Highland Village, TX. Mary worked for the Fannin County Environmental Health Department for 16 years and retired 7 months ago. She enjoyed living in the country, riding mules, traveling and animals. Mary could out shoot and out fish Johnny from the back of the boat. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She was well loved and respected and we love Johnny for how well he loved her; she will be missed by many. Mary is survived by her husband, Johnny Bloodsworth; sons, Justin Lee Bloodsworth and John Forrest Bloodsworth and wife Queenie; grandchildren, Lilu Bloodsworth, Mila Bloodsworth and Logan Bloodsworth; brother, Lee Martin “Marty” Prewitt and wife Connie and niece Lindy Lee Prewitt and sister-in-law, Sharon Boothe. She is preceded in death by her parents. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of CooperSorrells Funeral Home Bonham, TX. Memorial services are to be determined at a later date. In lieu of flowers please make donations in honor of Mrs. Bloodsworth to the Fannin County Animal Shelter, 500 Industrial St, Bonham, TX 75418 or charity of your choice. To convey condolences or sign an online registry, please visit www.coopersorrells.com
Bonham- Graveside services for Percilla Ann Tadlock, age 75, of Ector, TX were held at 10:00 am on Monday, August 10, 2020 at Fannin Memorial Garden. Bro. Cary Kinnaird officiated. Mrs. Tadlock joined our heavenly father on Thursday, August 6, 2020 while at her home in Ector. Percilla Ann (Robbins) Tadlock was born in Sherman, TX on November 22, 1944 to Oliver Alexander and Matilda Mae (Taylor) Robbins). She married Bobby Ray Tadlock on March 16, 1963 in Ravenna, TX; he preceded her in death on April 16, 2014. Percilla worked for Super Sack in Savoy and was a plant manager before retiring. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Percilla knew many friends and fellow co-workers from Super Sack; she was loved by all that knew her. Percilla is survived by son, Bartley Tadlock of the home; grandson, Michael Tadlock of Celina, TX; great grandchildren, Bentley Tadlock, Maddox Tadlock and Elijah Tadlock; brothers, Claude Robbins and wife Lea of Ravenna, TX and Rickey Dea Robbins and wife Joan of Bonham, TX; sister, Belinda Hall and husband Rickey Doyle of Whitewright, TX and Ann Nell Robbins of Union, MS; along with numerous nieces and nephews. Along with her husband, she is preceded in death by her brother, O.A Robbins, Jr. of Union, MS; sister, Gussie Smith of Ivanhoe, TX and brother-in-law, AL. Smith of Ivanhoe, TX. Serving as pallbearers were Rusty Hall, Jerry Smith, Will Alexander, Kevin Morse, Chance Morse and Landon Morse. To convey condolences or sign an online registry, please visit www.coopersorrells.com JOHNNIE JUANICE DEMPSEY BonhamMrs. Johnnie J u a n i c e Dempsey, age 98, of Bonham, TX passed away on We d n e s d a y, August 5, 2020 at Homestead of Sherman Senior Living Center. She will be interred at Dallas National Cemetery at a later date. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of CooperSorrells Funeral Home Bonham, TX. Johnnie Juanice Dempsey is survived by son, James Dempsey III and wife Emily of Bonham; daughter-in-law, Leslie Dempsey of Rochelle, TX; grandchildren, James L. Dempsey and wife Leah of Brighton, CO; Natasha L. Reid and husband Scott of Claremore, OK; Sean E. Dempsey and wife Helen of MD; Jacob J. Dempsey and wife Aly of Canton, TX; Nathan Dempsey and wife Amanda of Denton, TX; 12 great grandchildren and sisters, Wanda Morrow of San Angelo, TX and Laura Lee Sehorn of San Angelo, TX. She is preceded in death by her husband, James Charles Dempsey, Jr.; son John W. Dempsey, parents, John and Monnie Brewer and sister, Dorlis “Dodie” Brewer. Johnnie Juanice (Brewer) Dempsey was born in Elmore City, OK on June 23, 1922 to John W. and Monnie F. (Woodruff) Brewer. She married James Charles Dempsey, Jr. on April 5, 1942 in Rankin TX. Johnnie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She was a homemaker and enjoyed being with her family. No visitation will be held, however to convey condolences, please sign an online registry at www.coopersorrells.com.
MERLE ISAACS
BonhamGraveside services for Merle Isaacs, age 86, of Bonham, TX wer held at 11:00 am on Monday, August 10, 2020 at Restland Cemetery in Dallas, TX. Mrs. Isaacs passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 5, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Merle (Bramlett) Isaacs was born in Ladonia, TX on November 13, 1933 to William Earl and Mayme Lee (Meeks) Bramlett. She married Elton Eugene Isaacs on February 11, 1950 in Texarkana, AR; he preceded her in death on January 19, 1983. Merle worked for Sears and Roebuck while her girls were in school; she enjoyed being a mother and homemaker the most. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Merle is survived by her sister, Ann Elem of Carrolton, TX; children, Diane Smith and husband Richard of Leonard, Sharon Ferrer of Leonard, TX and Gay Isaacs of Elizaville, NY; grandchildren, Brandon Smith and wife Heather, Kristin Frazier and husband Jason, Michael Villarreal and wife Carrie and Kathryn Villarreal; great grandchildren, Memphis Smith, Caleb Villarreal, Declan Villarreal, Kaden Villarreal, Jon Parker Villarreal, Dylan Frazier and Riley Frazier. Her parents, granddaughter, Tara Villarreal, brother, William Earl Bramlett and sisters, Dorothy Lee Currier and Mary Jane Rushing also preceded her in death. To convey condolences or sign an online registry, please visit www.coopersorrells.com
MARTIN BAILEY JONES
M a r t i n Bailey Jones, formally of Bonham, TX, passed away peacefully at his home in Gilmer, TX on Saturday, August 8, 2020. Martin was born October 20, 1943 to Marvin Bailey Jones and Grace Ilene Barber Jones. He attended Bonham schools, graduating from Bonham High School in 1962. He attended East Texas State University in Commerce, TX seeking a degree in Business and was a member of the University’s USAF ROTC program. In September 1964, Martin joined the Texas National Guard. He attended Basic Training at Fort Polk, LA, then was activated into the US Army and sent to Fort Sam Houston where he was trained and served as a Medical Technician. He continued to serve at the Fort Sam Houston Military Hospital for five years and six months. He was then transferred to the Texas National Guard and was a member of the 49th “Lone Star” Armored Division at Camp Maxey in Paris, TX. Martin was honorably discharged in March 1970. He began a management career with Safeway Corporation. After 25 years he retired from Safeway and worked for Dolly Madison Bakery where he retired in Gilmer, TX. Martin was a member of the National Rifle Association and was a muscle car and motorcycle enthusiast. Martin was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Arvin Jones Sr; sisters, Gwen Alexander, Treva Ramey and Oleta Jones; and daughters, Cynthia Lorraine Jones and Karen Denise Jones. Martin is survived by his niece, Gwen Jones Haverland of Arkansas; nephew, Arvin Jones Jr. of Texas and numerous great nieces and nephews. Graveside services were held at 2:00 PM Friday, August 14, 2020 in Fannin Memorial Gardens, Bonham, TX under the direction of Wise Funeral Home. Martin
was laid to rest near his two daughters. Floral tributes may be sent to Wise Funeral Home. Online guest register www. wisefuneralhome.com
JAMES “JIM” BURGESS
James “Jim” Burgess, 93, died July 28, 2020 at the Clyde Cosper Veterans home in Bonham, TX. Jim was born August 30, 1926 in Kansas City, Missouri to Ralph LeRoy Burgess and Edith Marie McCurdy. He joined the United States Navy at just 17 years old and trained at Farragut Naval Training Station in northern Idaho, the only inland training station in the country. During WWII, Mr Burgess served as a gunner and a cook on the USS Ticonderoga spending 18 months in the South Pacific and surviving an attack on the aircraft carrier when it was hit on January 21, 1945 by two Japanese kamikaze pilots. On June 17, 1950 he was joined in marriage to Norma Jean Smith. Together Norma and Jim raised four children, two sons, Bruce and Brian and two daughters, Diana and Linda. Jim spent most of his career as a manager for Holiday shoe stores in San Antonio, TX. He enjoyed old movies, westerns and working in his yard. But, cooking was his passion and he loved feeding his family and friends. Jim is preceded in death by his wife Norma, his son Bruce Burgess, his daughter Diana Burgess and his grandson, Billy Wright IV. He is survived by his daughter Linda Burgess (Terry) his son Brian Burgess (Debbie) grandsons Travis Saint, Aaron Saint, Mark Burgess, Kyle Burgess and Nicholas Burgess, granddaughters, Crystal Burgess, Caroline Burgess and Brooke Burgess and three great grandchildren. Combined services for Jim and Norma will be September 2 at 10:30 am at the Dallas Fort Worth National Cemetery where they will be interred together. You may sign the online guest register at www.wisefuneralhome. com
JAMES ROY BRUCE Funeral services for James Roy Bruce, 76, of Trenton, Texas, were held at 2:00 PM Thursday, Aug. 13, 2020 at the Living Word Church of God in Bonham under the direction of Wise Funeral Home. Rev. Eddie Prince officiated. Burial followed in Randolph-Lindsey Cemetery in Randolph, Texas. James passed away Sunday night, Aug. 9, 2020 at Medical City of McKinney. James was born November 29, 1943 in Telephone, Texas, the son of Wilson W. Bruce and Mildred Wheless Bruce. He married Katherine “Kaye” Hilliard on June 1, 1962 and she preceded him in death Aug. 7, 1982. He later married Carol Ferguson on Dec. 4, 1999 at the Hebron Baptist Church in the Ambrose Community of Grayson County. James was a former firefighter with the Bonham Fire Department and worked for Equipment Depot. He enjoyed motorcycles and race cars and was a member of the Red River Valley Car Club. He also loved hunting and fishing. James was a member of the Living Word Church of God. He was preceded in death by his son, James Wilson Bruce on May 30, 1984 and his parents, James leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Carol Bruce of Trenton, TX; son, Charles Neil Bruce of Bonham, TX; stepson, Bruce Titsworth of Dallas, TX;
stepdaughters, Robin Davenport of Randolph, TX and Marsha Ferguson of Sherman, TX; grandchildren, Ethan Bruce and Amanda Harris; numerous stepgrandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren; extended family and friends. Online guest register www. wisefuneralhome.com
MITCHEL GLEN WRIGHT
Mitchel Glen Wright was born March 19, 1965 in Bonham, Texas, the son of Harold Leon Wright and Wanda Jewel Blackburn Wright. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and family outings. He loved watching football; the Dallas Cowboys were his favorite team. Mitchel passed away Sunday, August 9, 2020 at Texoma Medical Center in Denison, Texas. A cremation was held according to his wishes under the care of Wise Funeral Home, Bonham, Texas. Mitchel was preceded in death by his parents and a number of other family members. Mitchel is survived by his cousin, Gary Blackburn of Savoy, Texas. Online guest register www.wisefuneralhome.com
PAMELA JEAN HARTWELL
Pamela Jean Hartwell passed away in the hospital after battling several illnesses on August 12, 2020. Pamela was born in Bonham, Texas on March 28, 1956. She was one of three children born to Ruby Mae and Earl Wayne Baker. Pamela graduated in 1974 from Bonham High School and worked for years for several companies in administration positions before becoming disabled. Pamela married Jerry Hartwell in 1974 and had to deal with him for 46 years. She enjoyed outdoor activities including hunting and fishing as well as losing money in the casinos. She was a member of the Edhube Baptist Church. Pamela is survived by her husband, Jerry Hartwell of Bells, Texas; son, Jay M Hartwell and Chris Bradberry of North Richland Hills, Texas; father, Earl Baker of Bells, Texas; Sister, Melba Turbyfill and Chuck Turbyfill of Bonham, Texas; along with several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ruby Baker; sister Jo Hillard and her husband David; brother, Mark Gattis. Due to Covid-19 only a private service will be held at Arledge Ridge Cemetery in Bonham, Texas. Please no flowers, your prayers and thoughts are enough. Arrangements are with MullicanLittle Funeral Home, Bells, Texas. An online registry may be signed at www.mullicanlittle.com
The Ten Commandments 1. Thou shalt have no other gods before me. 2. Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image; 3. Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain; 4. Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy. 5. Honour thy father and thy mother: 6. Thou shalt not kill. 7. Thou shalt not commit adultery. 8. Thou shalt not steal. 9. Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour. 10. Thou shalt not covet;
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Texas Congressional District 4 Republicans select Pat Fallon nominee for November election
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After the vote on Saturday - From L to R: Donnie Wisenbaker, Hopkins County Chairman and Chair of the Nominating Convention; Pat Fallon, Republican Nominee for CD4; and Cat Parks, Vice Chairman of the Republican Party of Texas. Courtesy photo. Press Release - 145 Republican leaders from across Texas 4th Congressional District met Saturday to select a candidate to represent the party on the November ballot. Eleven were chairs of the Fannin County Republican Party. Because the timing of former congressman John Ratcliffe’s appointment to the office of Director of National Intelligence fell between the
Precinct Chairs and County Chair Representing Fannin County From L to R:: Joyce Buchanan, Karen Butler, Mary Hale, Violet Spell, Kristi Bridgwater, Melanie Grammar, Virginia Russell, Wade Riza, Doug Kopf, Charlie Copeland, (not in picture Russell Green) and State Party Vice Chair Cat Parks. Courtesy photo.
primary and general elections, the task of replacing his name as republican nominee for CD4 was the responsibility of Republican County and Precinct Chairs across the district. Fallon won the nomination on the first ballot, with over 56% of the vote out of 12 candidates who were nominated by the County and Precinct Chairs representing the 18 counties in the District.
“We had many great candidates seeking this position,” said Melanie Grammar, Fannin County Republican Chairwoman. “And we had spirited debate before the vote was taken. At the end of the day we are all leaving this hall supporting Pat Fallon. We are excited to work along side him for conservative, family values and for the good of the 4th district of Texas. Pat is
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stepping into some big shoes following the great Congressmen from the historic 4th district of Texas: Ralph Hall, John Ratcliffe and even the legendary Sam Rayburn. Fallon is ready for the task and will be a strong congressman. He has energy, purpose and conviction and we can all be proud of him and know that he has our back in Washington.”
Open Arms Homeless Shelter has now been open for two months. Twenty-five residents have stayed in the shelter during this time. In July the shelter averaged six residents per night. Due to COVID 19 the shelter is limiting the number of residents in the shelter. Open Arms is an overnight (emergency) shelter that houses homeless from 6 p.m. in the evening until 9 a.m. in the morning seven days a week. Residents check in to the shelter at 6 p.m. each evening. They have a hot meal and time for showers before lights out at 10 p.m. Wake up time is at 6 a.m. Residents can have coffee, a continental breakfast, and access to laundry facilities. Residents are given a sack lunch as they leave for the day. At 6 p.m. residents may then return to the shelter. Those in need of shelter must call 903-505-3369 to set up an appointment for admission paper work to be completed. Admission intake is at the shelter from 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. on Monday through Friday Open Arms Shelter is more than a bed, shower and food. The shelter has been able to provide case management for
all of the residents. They receive help with finding jobs and receiving benefits as well as life skill classes. Residents are given hope and encouragement. Open Arms Homeless Shelter is so excited to be joining with Fannin County to fulfill Matthew 25:35 “For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me.” God has truly blessed the shelter in so many ways. Open Arms Shelter depends upon local churches, organizations, and individuals partnering with us. The Shelter has received so many generous donations --food, money, time, and talents. Thanks so much to Fannin County for supporting Open Arms. A special thanks to Allen’s Point Baptist Church for their Vacation Bible School Offering of over $500. Opportunities to volunteer are really needed! – bring a meal, cook a meal at the shelter, supervise residents, mow the lawn, make phone calls, … Please visit our website www. oashelter.com or call and visit with the director about volunteer opportunities – Jennifer Burgess at 903-505-3369.
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LEONARD -- Another postseason trip in 2019 continued the turnaround Class 3A Leonard volleyball has experienced during the last several years under head coach Lisa Davis. Having graduated only one player off its fifth-consecutive bi-district finalist team, look for more success in the first season of the new decade. Senior Abby Wilson leads the experienced returning roster in 2020 for Leonard which extended its postseason streak last fall by taking third place following a three-team District 10-3A third-place tiebreaker play-in. For her efforts, Wilson earned individual noteriety: the 10-3A server superlative, Texas Sports Writer’s Association 3A honorable mention middle blocker and Texas Girls Coaches Association 1A-4A all-star Red Team alternate.
Leonard also returns others who in 2019 earned all-district notoriety: senior Taylor Reed, first-team selection; senior Ashleigh Butler and junior Reagan Whitehouse, second-team selections; and junior Allie Shulze, junior Paiton Sudderth and senior Madison Vaughn, honorable mentions. With the aforementioned veterans and others -- juniors Mackenzie Hammonds and Skyla Montoya, sophomore Abby Cavender and varsity newcomer Triniti Zachary -- Leonard will vie for another postseason in the new 11-3A which is a mix of recent rivals and a couple of newcomers -- one of whom a postseason nemesis the last few years. Gunter, which has prematurely ended Leonard’s last three postseason trips in the first round, and Pottsboro will join familiar opponents -- Bonham, Bells, Blue Ridge, Howe and Whitewright -as district opposition.
Getting Guidance from a Great: Ex-DC hoops standout hopes to help former rival as a basketball assistant
Paige Granstaff. Ranger College courtesy photo By Rich Hilliard SAVOY -- During her high school career, Paige Granstaff consistently posted prolific point totals, as Class 1A Dodd City’s girls basketball program
evolved. While accumulating all-district, -region and -state notoriety, Granstaff, who finished with 2,909 points in four years as a starting guard, helped the Lady Hornets: first to yearly became a regional tournament participant (2015-18), and then a state championship contender (2017 and 2018). Meanwhile, Savoy, which had been a postseason constant before Granstaff started high school via six-straight trips in girls basketball, fell into a drought -- now, for as many consecutive seasons, absent the playoffs. In February, Savoy, during its third season under Erin Lopez, almost ended its girls basketball
postseason absence. A fourthplace finish left the Lady Cardinals one spot out of a playoffs berth in District 23-1A, (where they will continue to vie for the next two seasons with the same opponents and now Campbell). Granstaff, the 2018 Texas Association of Basketball Coaches’ 1A girls player of the year, now hopes to help Savoy, in her first high-school coaching job. “I’m super happy to have the opportunity to help bring back a winning tradition to Savoy,” said Granstaff, who has been hired to assist there with girls basketball and volleyball. “The Savoy administration has assembled a new, very energetic coaching staff,” she said, noting assistant Brittany Cox and head
coach Marci Streetman. “Everyone should expect a lot of Savoy’s program for the years to come.” Her first job comes almost a year after Granstaff looked to be making the transition from playing to coaching -- the latter her desired profession, even while still in uniform. Following earning secondteam notoriety in the Jayhawk Conference Eastern Division awards after the 2018-19 season as a true freshman at Cowley College in Kansas, Granstaff, who averaged 15.1 points and 2.7 steals in 31 games, got an opportunity. In Aug. 2019, she accepted an offer to be a women’s basketball student assistant at Ranger Col-
Leonard junior Mackenzie Hammonds (22) makes a pass as senior teammate Madison Vaughn (5) and Lady Tigers head coach Lisa Davis watch on Aug. 7. Davis has reached 150 wins, according to a post on the Texas Girls Coaches Association website. Photo by Rich Hilliard
lege in Texas, while continuing her undergraduate studies. Encouragement from Ranger College’s president and women’s basketball coach coaxed Granstaff to resume her playing days -- and be a coach “on the floor” -- a month later. Eleven days before Christmas 2019, she came home for the break between the fall and spring semesters -- as a part of a 13-0 Ranger team which at the time ranked No. 24 in the nation. She had averaged 13.7 points and 2.5 steals. Granstaff decided to stay home, opting in 2020 to help
in Windom with the Red River Hoops Association headed by her dad. She will now remain home in Fannin County to help elsewhere. “My experience as an assistant coach/player at Ranger College under Coach (Bill) Foy has taught me a lot,” said Granstaff. “... I am super excited to get started [at Savoy]! “I am very thankful to Savoy ISD for this opportunity,” she said, “and plan to make them very happy for giving me this opportunity!”
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