9-26-23 Leader E-Edition

Fall in Love with Texas State Parks, Again Saturday September 30, 2023

Backyard Bass for all ages taught by Angler Education volunteers. Local history “show and tell” hosted by the Sam Rayburn House and Fannin County Museum of History. ●

and Games Outpost with park rangers and volunteers.

● 7:30-9 pm Family friendly outdoor movie with popcorn will be shown courtesy of Bonham Public Library.

● The Bois d’Arc Cowboy Chuckwagon will be out

through the event serving Dutch oven delights.

Visitors may also enjoy fishing (fishing license not required), swimming, boating, picnicking, hiking, and mountain biking. While day-use permits will be required on Saturday September 30th, all day-use fees will be waived in honor of the “100 Year Celebration”. Guarantee entry by reserving online.

Other upcoming events at Bonham State Park are the Annular Eclipse on October 14th, Boo in the Park! on October 27th, Light up the Park on December 15th16th, and weekend interpretive events through November. The events are free with a paid day-use entrance fee of $4.00 for visitors 13 years old and up. Children, 12 years old and younger, have free entrance into the park. Remember that day-use only and camping permits are limited at Texas State Parks. Book your reservations online up to 5 months ahead for camping and 30 days ahead for day-use only. Check us out on Facebook and our webpage for additional details and dates.

Autumn in Bonham

Lyla Cunningham Sept. 27

David Copperfield *Sep 16, 1956

Bruce Springsteen *Sep 23, 1949

Serena Williams *Sep 26, 1981

Anastacia *Sep 17, 1968

Ethan Coen *Sep 21, 1957

Dita Von Teese *Sep 28, 1972

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Press Release - It is with great excitement that The Bonham Area Chamber of Commerce announces the return of Autumn in Bonham Bike Rally on October 7th. Established in 1982, the last ride took place in 2019. Thanks to the efforts of original event organizers, the Bike Rally committee, the Fannin county Amateur Radio Club, local county police chiefs and sponsors, the ride is back on track.

The ride holds the distinction of being a Century Mile ride and features 4 paved routes, and 2 gravel routes, all within Fannin County. Participants of past rides will recognize familiar landmarks, along the 22, 40, 70 & 100 mile paved routes and also enjoy riding by Bois D’Arc Lake, a new county attraction. Riders that prefer gravel have a 45 mile and a 68 mile option.

New this year is the addition of downtown activities centered around the Fannin County Courthouse Square, which was undergoing renovation during the last ride in 2019. Local talent will take the stage at 10am, followed by local favorites, Cassandra Hashert at 12:00pm and The Buzz Andrews Band at 1:00pm. Vendors and food trucks will be set up around the square including Neighbors Place Winery, J&S BBQ, Sew Art by Brandy, TxDot, Fannin County Crisis Center, The Spotted Mug & American Patriot Garage.

To register as a rider, go to https:// www.bikereg.com/autumn-in-bonham. For volunteer, sponsorship & vendor information go to www.bonhamchamber. com or contact the Bonham Area Chamber of Commerce at 903-583-4811 or info@bonhamchamber.com.

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Contact Raquel: 903-583-8573

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1 chocolate cake mix ingredients needed to make cake - eggs, oil and water (or use milk)

1 (4 oz.) package instant

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3 c. milk

8 oz. tub whipped topping crushed Oreo cookies, for topping

Preheat oven to 350°. Make cake mix according to package directions and bake in a well greased 9x13 pan. Bake cake according to times on the back of the box. When cake is finished, allow to cool for about 10 minutes, then poke holes all over cake using a wooden spoon handle. In a medium bowl, add milk to pudding mixture and whisk

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until most of the lumps are removed. There will be a few lumps in the pudding because of the Oreo pieces that are in the pudding. Pour pudding mixture over cake making sure to aim for the holes. Spread it out with a spoon and gently push down on the pudding to help get it into the holes. Then put the cake in the refrigerator to allow it to cool completely. About an hour. Spread whipped topping on top of pudding layer, once it is set, top with crushed Oreo cookies. Slice then serve.

ENJOY!!!

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

Tuesday, September 19, 2023, Fannin County Judge Newt Cunningham called to order at 9:00 a.m. the Regular Meeting of the Fannin County Commissioners Court. Quorum was established with all County Commissioners and County Judge present. The Invocation was led by the Director of Missions for Fannin Baptist Association Darrel Hathcock. Pledges were led by Commissioner Jerry Magness. There were no Introductions.

5. Public Forum: Fannin County citizen Sarah Richardson spoke to express her appreciation for the Commissioners Court being available on Zoom as well as her appreciation for the reporting done by North Texas E-News and The Fannin County Leader before expounding on the problems existing with roads that have been closed for some time still showing as usable open roads on county maps and requesting action be taken to correct the inaccuracies. After Ms. Richardson, Volunteer Fireman Jason Walker spoke to express dissatisfaction that those who disregard burn bans and place others in danger by doing so, do not generally suffer consequences for their irresponsible acts. He suggested if a Burn Ban is implemented, penalties for violating the ban should be enforced and noted the $500 fee for such violations would not only serve to discourage future violations but could be used by the county to pay for the cost of first responders having to respond to those fires.

6. Discussion, consideration and action to approve payment of bills – County Judge for County Auditor: Fannin County Auditor Alicia Whipple noted the bills were $334,548.03 and the payroll was $278,534.10. Commissioner Magness then made the motion to approve with Commissioner Self seconding the

7. Discussion, consideration and action to approve Treasurer’s Financial report for August 2023 – County Judge for County Treasurer: Fannin County Treasurer David Woodson reported the total receipts being $1,255,515.37 and the June sales tax being $169,696.64. Commissioner Self then made the motion to approve the report with Commissioner McQueen seconding the motion which passed.

8. Discussion, consideration and action to approve Treasurer’s Investment report for August 2023 –County Judge for County Treasurer: Mr. Woodson noted the interest on the TexPool accounts was $32,604.31 on a balance of $7,269,332.82 and the interest on the 2022 Bond (Justice Center) was $19,058.33 on a balance of $11,229,785.78. He further noted the interest on the Operating Business Money Funds was $164.28 on a balance of $129,982.73. Commissioner Magness made the motion to approve the report with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed.

9. Discussion, consideration and action to approve Auditor monthly reports for August 2023 – County Judge for County Auditor: Ms. Whipple noted the revenue for the month was $849,465.28 with the expenses coming in at $963,904.33 and explained that though that posed a negative amount of $114,439.05, year to date revenue was $14,232,269.50 and the YTD expenses are $12,583,901.27 which results in the positive balance of $1,648,368.30 in the county’s General Fund. A motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve with Commissioner McQueen seconding the motion which passed.

10. Discussion regarding internal audit of Sheriff’s Commissary – County Judge for County Auditor: Ms. Whipple reported that with the completion of the audit, it was determined the Sheriff’s office was in compliance with everything except for an area of certain subrogation duties which she explained was noted. After some discussion she explained steps are being taken to correct the issue to bring it into compliance.

11. Discussion, consideration and action to approve the first contract renewal term with Appriss Insights, LLC through August 31, 2024 with regards to the Statewide Automated Victim Notification Service (SAVNS) program and have County Judge sign on behalf of the County – County Judge for County Auditor:

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DC Lady Hornets slip to No. 11 in Class 1A volleyball rankings

By Rich Hilliard

Dodd City slipped to No. 11 on Sept. 18 in the Class 1A volleyball rankings by the Tex-

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HONEY GROVE -- "No punts. No points."

It's the slogan Honey Grove has enthusiastically embraced and exemplified during the 2023 high school football season.

The former motivates the Warriors' offense on third downs.

The later does likewise for Honey Grove's defense on every snap while it's on the field.

The result: The Warriors (30) have scored 188 points this season during three games and a quarter of another -- while allowing zero.

"We play good defensive football," said second-year Honey Grove head coach Shane Fletcher.

"We live in an offensive world," he said, "but Honey Grove kids love to play defense."

Linebacker Levi Beavers, a 2022 Texas Sports Writers Association third-team all-state

selection, joins linemen Asher Price and Brody Mahan on the defense -- the junior trio described by Fletcher as being "grown men."

He said that the "biggest surprise" on the defensive unit this year has been sophomore Mason Banker who has recorded 51 tackles.

Fletcher also noted that the Warriors' defense has already blocked three punts.

The unit has helped create shorter ensuing fields to drive for points for the offense, which this season has three quarterbacks to utilize: sophomore Ryelan Morris, sophomore Jarrmez Daniels and senior Lucas Morrison. Each per game has thrown a touchdown.

"We can throw [the ball] in the flats, deep and can run it," said Fletcher. "We are so much further along physically and in the brain of the game."

Mahan, a tight end and defensive tackle, and senior Cortney Cooper, an offensive and defensive lineman, credited both the past and present for Honey

Grove's dominating undefeated start this season.

"[It's] our consistency in practice and our work ethic during the summer," said Mahan.

"I think what we did last year ... and the linemen challenges we did during the summer have carried over into this season," said Cooper. "We have a lot of guys on both sides of the ball who are hungry and go out [there] fighting every game."

The Warriors, the 9-2A-I runner-up and a 9-3 area finalist in 2022, will begin district play on Sept. 29 by hosting AlbaGolden, having the league bye on Sept. 22.

"Cooper is good and battletested. They beat a very good Collinsville team [during predistrict play]," said Fletcher on Sept. 18 of the reigning undefeated district champion. "Wolfe City, Alba-Golden and us are undefeated.

"We'll see how it shakes out, [during district play]" he said.

Honey Grove's Ryelan Morris throws a pass on June 13 during home 7-on-7 football.

Honey Grove's Lucas Morrison throws a pass to Jarrmez Daniels on June 13 during home 7-on-7 football.

Honey Grove's Jarrmez Daniels throws a pass on June 13 during home 7-on-7 football.

Creative Arts Center hosts Watercolor series with artist, Chris Cravens

Press Release - Accomplished and Award-Winning Artist, Chris Cravens takes students on this wonderful watercolor journey on Thursday afternoons at 1:00pm in this 4-week series scheduled for October 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th. No experience is required. The series is $55 for Members of the Creative Arts Center, or $100 for Non-Members. Membership options start at $65.00/ year! Space is very limited, so contact us now to secure your spot or get on the waiting list for our next class! Call 903-640-2196 or email BonArtCenter@gmail.com to make reservations.

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Letter to the Editor

Without a doubt, one of the most pleasant places to be in Bonham is Powder Creek Park. It is quiet, scenic, and peaceful. Cars can be seen on Main Street, but their sound does not reach the north side of the park.

As I sit at Powder Creek Park now, there is a blind man

with his cane walking alone on the paved path. Two young couples are walking together. There is a lone woman with her pretty dog. A man on his bicycle. Another man out for a stroll. Sitting at one of the tables is a family with young children.

There are patches of

dandelions which add color to the grass. The myriad of

trees have not yet turned for fall, but soon that will happen and it will, the park will offer a different spectacular view. Don't want to take walk? Just enjoy the peacefulness from your parked vehicle. I prefer the north side.

Mary-k "M-k" Ashley Wilson Bonham, Texas

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Our friends at the SNAP Center are in desperate need of volunteers, not only for Meals on Wheels but in assistance in all of their programs. We wanted to pass this information along in case anyone in our community is able to offer assistance.

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Ms. Whipple explained the necessity of this action and how it is needed every year.

Commissioner Magness made the motion to approve with Commissioner McQueen seconding the motion which passed.

12. Discussion, consideration and action to give the Fannin County Historical Museum $10,000.00 from the Capital Credits fund to be earmarked for custom display cases at the Fannin County Courthouse – County Judge: Judge Cunningham explained why it was needed, for compliance’s sake, for the Historical Museum to handle the court’s display cases. A motion was made by Commissioner McQueen to approve with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed.

13. Discussion, consideration and action to renew lease for 200 E. 1st Street, Bonham; $3,600.00 per month (an increase of $300.00) for October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2023

– County Judge for Purchasing Agent: Fannin County Purchasing Agent Edwina Lane explained how an increase in the property owner’s property taxes resulted in his raising the rate and then explained that this rate would go through September 30, 2024. A motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve with Commissioner Self seconding the motion which passed.

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16. Report of monies collected by the Fannin County district Clerk’s office for August 2023, $24,610.47 –County Judge (for District Clerk): Informational only.

17. Discussion regarding Subdivision Committee and Subdivision Policy – County Judge: No significant updates

18. Discussion regarding Courthouse repairs – County Judge: See item #25 for recent update.

19. Discussion regarding Justice Center - County Judge: Judge Cunningham mentioned upcoming meetings to be held.

20. Discussion regarding County Budget and revenue sources – County Judge: No significant updates

21. Discussion regarding water issues affecting Fannin County – County Judge: Judge Cunningham noted attention to this will be had in upcoming months

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22. Discussion regarding Fannin County road issues - County Judge: Judge Cunningham mentioned comments made during Public Forum by Sarah Richardson with Commissioner Kopf commenting on the success of the rock crusher being used by his crew.

basement that had resulted in faulty drainage. He noted he was asking for authorization to get the architect to get it fixed or look at a possible third party vendor to have it fixed at the expense of the party ultimately responsible. Commissioner Magness made the motion to approve with Commissioner Self seconding the motion which passed.

25. Discussion, consideration and action to approve Memorandum of Understanding between Fannin County and CEC Facilities Group regarding repair of deficient work performed during the restoration of the Fannin County Courthouse project and have County Judge sign on behalf of the County – County Judge: Judge Cunningham read the MOU which explained CEC’s commitment to repair all deficiencies with their work done on the courthouse at no additional cost on the county’s part.

14. Discussion, consideration and action to go out for bids for culverts in all four precincts – County Judge for Purchasing Agent: Ms. Lane explained this was the yearly process for bids. Commissioner Magness made the motion to approve with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed.

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15. Discussion, consideration and action to rent a D4 Dozer from Green Machine Rental for 3 days $1,996.00 for Precinct 4 – Commissioner Precinct 4: Commissioner Kopf explained how this was needed for culvert work and made the motion to approve

23. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Consultation with Attorney – a closed meeting will be held pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code to (1) seek the advice of its attorney regarding: (A) pending or contemplated litigation; or (B) a settlement offer; or (2) on a matter in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with this chapter – County Judge: Executive session was entered into at 9:39 a.m. with a return to Regular Session occurring at 10:20 a.m.

24. Discussion, consideration and action regarding Consultation with Attorney Executive Session - County Judge: Judge Cunningham expounded on the discussions had with the attorney regarding the courthouse and the contractor responsible for the restoration work done in the

After Judge Cunningham read the MOU, Jason Walker spoke to discuss concerns about possible actions on the part of the court with third parties that could possibly negate liability belonging to the Architect regarding defects with the work done in the basement that had resulted in unacceptable drainage conditions. After a back-and-forth discussion regarding insurance matters with Mr. Walker agreeing to voluntarily consult with the court (availability permitting), with his knowledge in the area of culpability on the part of an original company’s work, a motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve the Memorandum of Understanding with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed.

26. Comments by County Commissioners and County Judge: Commissioner McQueen thanked everyone for their attendance and noted there will be a weekly listing of roads being worked on in Precinct 1 that can be read about in the Fannin County Leader. Commissioner Self thanked everyone for coming, commented on the dry conditions and wished all a good week.

Commissioner Magness noted that in reference to Ms. Richardson’s complaint of inaccurate county maps, he will be looking into what can be done to get that matter corrected.

Commissioner Kopf thanked everyone for their attendance, noted how well his concrete crusher is performing and how it is about $20 a yard cheaper than purchasing that material from Oklahoma. Judge Cunningham thanked everyone for their attendance and their comments and reiterated his stance on transparency. He restated the importance of the right for citizens to voice their thoughts and noted that though we may not always agree, what is important is to figure out what is best for Fannin County before wishing God’s Blessings on all and on Fannin County.

27. Adjourn: Meeting adjourned at 10:46 a.m.

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Wednesday

First Baptist Church in Bonham begins the Wednesday Night Children’s Program on September 27th. This program is for children grades 1-6 and runs from 5:45 to 7 p.m. A light dinner will be served.

For registration information, contact Mary at 410-236-7718.

Preacher: Frank Harber

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Fannin County Precinct One

Road Work updates for Week ending 9/15/2023

As commissioner, I plan to let you know every week what we accomplished the week before in regards to our slogan "On the road to Recovery". As citizens, you expect us to be out working daily in the precinct and bringing our county roads back up to at least a minimum standard. With 192 miles of road to

maintain in just Precinct One our team of six people is out every day working to make this happen. While you may not see them on your road we want to assure you they are working and each week we will let you know what they accomplished the week before.

For the week ending September 15, 2023 the team was able to grade the following county

roads: 1245, 1246, 1250, 1251, 1285, 1286, 1316, 1444, 1504, 1505, 1525, 1535, 1544, 1545, 4045, 4070, 4075, 4105, 4115, 4120, 4130, 4315, 4320, and 4330. In addition, the team removed the remaining brush that was left from brush cutting on 2515 and 2600. Pot Holes were filled on 1105, 1110, 1115, 1215, and 1200. CR 1200 was cleared of brush from someone that went down the road cutting off overhanging branches and basically leaving them sticking out in the roadway. Quite a few loads were hauled to the county barn due to this persons actions. As we stated last week, we are in the process of getting a new tractor and mower to mow the bar ditches. We have solicited prices from two separate companies at this time and hope to

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have a decision by next week on how we can proceed. You are welcome to call us with any concerns or areas that need attention within the precinct. Please understand

though, the issues we are dealing with were not created in a day, week, or even a year and it will take a while to fix them. Thank you to everyone who has stopped and thanked the team

for being on the roads working, we appreciate it.

Dale McQueen, Fannin County Commissioner, Precinct One 903-965-7030

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For more information and/or to schedule a tour please contact Shayla Hoelscher at (903)640-1200 or (903)348-0415

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Press Release

- Honey Grove

Elementary has earned the prestigious honor of being named a 2023 National Blue Ribbon School by the United States Department of Education. The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program recognizes public and private elementary, middle, and high schools based on their overall academic excellence or their progress in closing achievement gaps among student subgroups.

The coveted National Blue Ribbon School award affirms the hard work of students, educators, families, and communities in creating safe and welcoming schools where students master challenging and engaging content. HGES was 1 of 29 campuses selected in Texas out of the nearly 9,000 campuses. School representatives will be traveling to Washington D.C. in November to accept this award.

OBITUARIES

MICHAEL O’SHEA WARREN

Michael O’Shea Warren, 77, of Ravenna, Texas, died peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, September 10, 2023. The oldest of three brothers, Michael was born in Bonham, TX, on June 23, 1947 to Clifford Lee Warren and Clara Ruth Epley Warren.

As a teenager, Michael worked in the family’s grocery store. Michael attended East Texas State University. He served in the Texas Department of Public Safety, first as a state trooper and then in the Intelligence Division. After retiring from the DPS with twenty years’ service, he continued his education, specializing in Psychiatry, and worked as a Psychological Diagnostician. Michael then taught special education at Gilbert Elementary in Irving, before returning to Fannin County. He finished his teaching career at Buster Cole State Prison. He also taught Sunday School at First United Methodist Church in Bonham for many years and was active in several Bible study groups.

Michael had many hobbies, including tropical fish, photography, and gardening. He had a long-time passion for ham radio and, more recently, had become engrossed in researching his family ancestry. He was able to trace family history back to the 1500s. Michael married Patti Thomas. Born to that marriage are two daughters, Rachael and Rebekah.

Michael was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Kelley.

He is survived by his daughters, Rachael Lee Warren and Rebekah Amber Moss and husband, Jeremy; his granddaughter, Clara June Moss; his brother, Patrick Anthony Warren and wife, Lou Ann; his sister-in-law, Judy Warren; nieces and nephews; close family friends, Heaston and Valerie Gentry; and many other relatives and friends. Michael will be missed by the many people whose lives he touched.

A funeral service was held at First United Methodist Church of Bonham on Sunday, September 17, at 3:00. The family held a visitation at the church from 2:00 until the start of service. Burial followed at New Hope Cemetery.

JAMES “JIM” RUCKER

James “Jim” Rucker, 90 year old Woodward resident passed away, Thursday, September 14, 2023. A funeral service was held at 2:00 pm Monday, September 18, 2023 at the Woodward Church of Christ. Burial was held at 2:00 pm Tuesday, September 19, 2023 in the Shiloh Cemetery north of Honey Grove, Texas. Arrangements are under the direction of the Billings Funeral Home.

James Elmo “Jim” Rucker was born November 15, 1932 in Detroit, Michigan to Florence Georgena (Shand) and Elmo Morton Rucker.

Jim was baptized into Christ at the age of 14 at the Strathmore Church of Christ in Detroit, Michigan. He graduated from Bentley High School in 1950. Jim was drafted into the U.S. Army on December 4, 1952, and after serving in the military, he went on to graduate from Abilene Christian College in Abilene, Texas in 1959 with a B.A. in Bible and a double minor in Greek and Church Music. While in college, Jim sang with the A Capella Chorus and sang bass with the Men’s Quartet that traveled with the Chorus.

On August 13, 1957, Jim was married to Allie Cordelia (Newhouse) Rucker at the North Park Church of Christ in Abilene, Texas. To this union 3 children were born, Laura Leigh, Elaine Suzanne, and James Barron.

In August of 1960, Jim began a Preaching Ministry that would last a lifetime. He served as the pulpit minister for the Church of Christ in Santa Anna, Texas for 3 years before moving to Sherman, Texas where he preached for the Grand Avenue congregation for 6 years. While in Sherman, Jim was on a weekly television show called “Know Your Bible.” The family moved to Woodward, Oklahoma in March of 1969, where Jim served as the pulpit minister for over 28 years. After retiring, Jim spent several years working with the senior’s ministry, teaching, and officiating funerals. During Jim’s tenure in Woodward, the church building was added on and remodeled on two different occasions and the church also enjoyed a successful Bus Ministry for over 15 years. Jim was the director of the Boiling Springs Christian Youth Camp for over 20 years, and he also taught a weekly class at the Fort Supply Prison for over 12 years. Also during this time, Jim and Mike Marsalis, from the Church of Christ in Waynoka, had a local television program called “Moments with the Master” that ran for 2 years. He also held Revival Meetings in East Texas and Northwest Oklahoma. In 1995, the Congregation sponsored a trip for Jim and Cordelia to the Holy Lands, which was a Highlight of their Ministry. Jim and Cordelia enjoyed traveling very much and after retirement they traveled to many places in the United States.

Jim very much loved gardening and music. He always had a very nice yard and garden to enjoy.

Jim also had an extensive vinyl record collection and very much enjoyed listening to all the Big Bands and musicians like Bing Crosby, Perry Como, and others. In later years when he could no longer work in the yard, he enjoyed watching all kinds of sports on TV and especially enjoyed watching the OKC Thunder play along with the Detroit Lions and others.

Jim passed from this life on Thursday, September 14, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Florence and Elmo Rucker, an older brother Bob, his nieces Cheryl Rucker and Linda (Rucker) Stanley, one younger brother Don, his in laws, John and Holly Opal Newhouse, sister-inlaw Rosa McArthur.

He is survived by his wife, Cordelia; 3 children, Laura Coale of OKC, Suzie Wheelock of Woodward, Barry Rucker and wife Jana of OKC; 6 grandchildren, Allie and husband Tyler Blake of OKC and son James, Brandon Wheelock and Kathryn Shore of Woodward, Jamie Rucker and wife Lauren of OKC and daughter Zoey, Brooke Wheelock of Phoenix, Arizona, Brady Wheelock and Mariah Hignite and son Grayson of OKC, John Rucker of Orlando, Florida; one sister Dorothy and husband Bob Anderson of Knoxville, Tennessee; sisters-in-law Mildred Rucker and Sue Rucker; Brother-in-law Doug McArthur, brother and sister-in-law Don and Joyce Skaggs; numerous nieces, nephews, and a host of cousins.

Remembrances may be shared online at www.billingsfuneralhomewoodward.com

AORA PERRY HOWELL, JR.

Perry was born to Aora Perry Howell, Sr. and Bertha Lee Graves in Ranger, Texas on May 10, 1932. Perry went to be with our Lord and Savior peacefully on September 17, 2023, surrounded by family in his home.

Perry enjoyed fishing, camping, country music and dancing. He was also a model train enthusiast. Perry was also a “giver”, and he made many donations to his favorite charities.

Perry retired from the US Army in June 1969 after 20 plus years of loyal service. As well as numerous temporary assignments he was stationed in Japan, France, Viet Nam, and Germany.

He was preceded in death by his parents and sisters Lila Vernon Merritt, Lola Loraine Witherspoon, Madeline Kirk, and Wanda Brown, half-brother Grogan Garrett, and half-sister Lois Louise Howell Kline.

Perry is survived by his sister Betty Jean Fitzmorris of Tulsa OK, daughters Patricia Herron & husband Evan, Belinda Shaw & husband Ronnie, Aora Smith & husband John and son Aora Perry Howell, III & wife Marsha. Perry was also blessed with 14 grandkids, 33 great grandkids, and 7 great-great grandkids.

Funeral Service was held at DeBerry Funeral Directors in Denton, TX on Saturday, September 23rd at 2 PM.

Burial Service was at Dallas Fort Worth National Cemetery on Tuesday, September 26th at 11:30 AM, Lane 3.

Building Local - From Clearing to Pipe Production

September 2023 / Press Release

Site grading for the relocated FM 1550 Projects like Lake Ralph Hall require significant manpower and expertise, and they offer a unique opportunity for local contractors and businesses.

In fact, the Lake Ralph Hall project is providing around a dozen local contractors with additional business, including TGW Land Services based in Bonham and AMERICAN SpiralWeld Pipe in Paris, TX. Few people know land clearing and removal better than Blake Goode, who founded TGW Land Services 14 years ago. Since that time the company has worked on rights of way for railroads, pipelines and other kinds of utilities across North Texas and southern Oklahoma, most recently assisting with construction of nearby Bois d’Arc Lake. Now, the business is helping clear land and build fences for Lake Ralph Hall. Goode often has between 15 and 20 workers onsite, and they have enjoyed collaborating extensively with Upper Trinity Regional Water District on the Lake Ralph Hall project.

“It’s been nice to stay in the area,” Goode shared. “Upper Trinity is really good to work with and Flatiron (Upper Trinity’s road and bridge contractor) has been great to work with too.”

TGW Land Services will

continue to work on various aspects of the project over the next five years.

Manufacturing pipeline for the lake project

Tyler Bolen is the Senior Territory Manager for AMERICAN SpiralWeld Pipe at the company’s newest location in Paris, TX. The $90-million facility opened in April 2021 and is another key local provider for the Lake Ralph Hall project. AMERICAN is manufacturing all 32 miles of pipe that will carry water from the lake to treatment. The plant’s approx. 150 full-time local employees have already begun manufacturing the 50-foot pieces of pipe, which are now being delivered along its future route. A total of 3,400 pieces of pipe will be needed for the project.

“I am excited to be a part of a project of this type and magnitude,” Bolen said. “Lake Ralph Hall will provide millions of gallons of water daily for treatment and ultimately to residents.”

“With all the workers in and out [of the project site], you have to look at what it brings into the local grocery stores, restaurants and gas especially,” Goode added. “Any revenue coming in is a big boon to the area.” Plus, he adds, “I think the people [visiting the future lake] will be good for the local businesses.”

Bolen agrees, seeing the lake as a future recreational hub for the community. He is also

personally looking forward to the hiking, fishing and boating it will provide. “Once completed, I hope to bring my family to the lake to show them everything my company had a part in building and to spend some time on the new lake.”

Collaboration of Twenty Years and Counting

For over two decades Upper Trinity has been working with the City of Ladonia and Fannin County to make Lake Ralph Hall a special place, both for people and for the environment - - assuring a reliable water supply for generations to come. Upper Trinity values its long-term partnerships with the City of Ladonia and Fannin County. In addition to making a certain amount of raw water available for local use, Upper Trinity is making provisions in the pump station and future pipeline so that Ladonia can take raw (or untreated) water for local use at the appropriate time in the future. Upper Trinity is also working with the city and nearby water supply corporations to create a Utility Master Plan to help them prepare for new development around the Lake Ralph Hall. Upper Trinity has additionally hired local contractors whenever possible. To date, twelve of the companies doing work on the Lake Ralph Hall project are based in North Texas, providing jobs for local residents and bringing additional revenue to the area.

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Week of September 20, 2023

Cooper SLOW. Water lightly stained; 83 degrees: 1.00 feet below pool. Few reports and anglers on the water due to heat. Catfish continue to be good on shad. White bass can be caught with slabs in deeper water. This is the time of year birds start working the lake, so they can lead you to schooling fish.

Fork GOOD. Water Stained; 83 degrees; 2.29 feet below pool. Bass are good early on topwaters and spinnerbaits in the back of the pockets and windy points on the main lake. Points and humps are good with Texas rigs and Carolina Rigs in 4-8 feet. Shad patterned squarebill crankbaits are good in front of flooded weeds in 2-5 feet of water.

Lavon GOOD. Water lightly stained; 84-86 degrees; 5.01 feet below pool. Crappie are stacked up on submerged trees in 8-12 feet of water, with a few deeper, but brush piles in 7-11 feet of water are gold. 1/16 ounce jigs are outproducing minnows. Bushy top submerged trees are fishing great, single branch trees will hold 1-7 fish. Condo and bushy trees hold up to 100 or more fish.

Texoma GOOD. Water stained; 86-88 degrees; 3.10 feet below pool. Fish are more active with the cooler weather.

Striped bass are good with a majority of catches on shallow flats using topwaters early in the morning, but some catches on slabs in deep water. Report by John Blasingame, Adventure Texoma Outdoors. Striped bass fishing is good using topwaters early in the morning along shallow flats on the west end of the lake. Swimbaits can catch fish in 10-15 feet of water on humps near creeks. Live bait fishing is still producing numbers in 3540 feet of water in creek channels. Crappie fishing is slow on brush in the little mineral arm using electronics to find active fish using jigs with a slow presentation.

Game Wardens See Rise In Fatalities, Accidents During Labor Day Weekend

AUSTIN— Texas Game Wardens patrolling water bodies across the state noticed an increase in water-related fatalities and boating accidents compared to last year’s Labor Day holiday weekend.

The weekend typically marks the end of the unofficial boating season and coincides with the opening of dove season, making it a busy time for Texas Game Wardens.

“Game Wardens patrolled the state’s waterways to ensure boating laws were observed, to confirm vessels had appropriate safety gear and, above all,

to ensure that recreational boaters and anglers remained safe,” said Cody Jones, assistant commander for marine enforcement for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

Wardens patrolling September 2-4 reported five boating accidents, two boating-related fatalities and two open-water drownings. They also arrested five individuals for boating while intoxicated, one of whom had a child passenger aboard. In 2022, wardens responded to three boating accidents, no boating-related fatalities and one open-water drowning.

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The boating-related fatalities occurred at Amistad Reservoir and Lake Ray Hubbard, while the drownings happened at Lake Whitney State Park and Lake Lavon.

“We are saddened by the loss of life on our waterways, and we keep the families in our thoughts and prayers,” said Jones. “These tragic events should be a reminder of the importance of being equipped with and using the proper safety equipment and taking a boater education course.”

September Rains Bring Some Relief To Dry Texas Pastures, Fields

By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist texasfarmbureau.org

Sporadic rainfall across the state helped provide some relief, but more is needed to escape the intense drought conditions.

“The rains in September renewed hope for some,” Tracy Tomascik, Texas Farm Bureau associate director of Commodity and Regulatory Activities, said. “Pasture conditions have suffered across the state for the last four months, and some areas haven’t had relief in two years or more. This rain was beneficial, but much more is needed to bring

Texas out of extreme drought.”

Prior to the rains, nearly 80% of Texas pastures were rated poor, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Texas Crop Progress and Condition report.

Ranchers began supplemental feeding earlier due to the dry conditions and lack of available forage. And as pasture conditions continued to decline with high temperatures and limited moisture, ranchers once again began culling herds and selling calves early.

“Some producers were able to store hay after the wet

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spring we experienced, but the summer drought forced them to dig into that hay, so supplies have dwindled for many,” Tomascik said. “The long-term forecast calls for a transition to the El Nino weather pattern, so there’s still hope for a late season cutting of perennial grasses for additional hay supplies.”

Rain that is expected this fall will also help farmers and ranchers with their small grain crops like oats and wheat to help alleviate the need to purchase hay and other supplemental feed, Tomascik noted. Limited supplies will continue to drive up prices for hay.

Farmers and ranchers should make decisions regarding stockpiled forages and hay supplies, planning for ways to stretch available nutrition.

“As expected with supply and demand, if there’s less hay, it’s going to be more expensive,” Tomascik said. “But properly storing what hay you do have is important, as is testing the hay to know the nutritional value.”

The mid-September rains also brought cooler temperatures, except in the south and southwestern parts of the state. Those areas are expected to continue reaching triple-digit temperatures.

Cattleman’s Livestock State of the current market

Our market overall appears to remain steady in almost all classes with the calf market a few cents higher in most categories. The better quality calves are dollaring up some high numbers! Cows both slaughter and take home remain strong. Looks like our fall runs have hit! Thanks everyone for allowing us to market your livestock.

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.

FOR SALE

Used Farm Implements Box Blades, Angle Blades, post hole digger & 5, 6, and 14 ft. Shredders. Call 903-814-8620.

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Massey Ferguson 231, diesel. Low hours, w/ 5 ft mower. $6,000.00, also have 6 ft. mower. Call: 903-8148620

ALFALFA HAY: Small squares in bundles of 14 bales. Sold by the bundle only. $210 per bundle. Call / Text 903-8150718.

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Has Ground Beef available. Angus genetics, grass fed, grain finished. Processed under inspection at Bluebonnet Meat. 40+ years raising cattle. Call / Text 903-815-0718.

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FARM EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

1. 20 ft. J.D. Field cultivator(make offer).

2. 12 ft. Great Plains, deep chisel.

3. Calf feeder, 1000 lb. cap.

4. 16 ft. Tractor hauler, metal bed trailer.

5. 18 ft. Bush hog, Batwing mower.

6. Two scoops- back & forward, & 4 ft. blade

7. 100 yr. old breaking plow.

8. Three & five bottom break plows

9. Two cherry pickers.

10. J.D. 500 round bale bailer.

11. Massey Ferguson 550 Combine. Call Ken 903-227-5310.

Bonham Trade Days Subject Of Kiwanis Talk

Trade Days is one of the main ways that members bond.

By Mary-k “M-k”

Ashley Wilson

M-k Wilson spoke to the Kiwanis Club of Bonham, Texas, on the importance of Bonham

Trade Days, which is managed by Kiwanis. Through the efforts of Kiwanians who volunteer to work at Trade Days each month, the club has been able to donate over $52,000 this year to worthy causes. This is a long way from 1977 when John Burnett and other members would collect only $4 or $5 a day.

It was the late Bryce McIntyre who thought up Bonham Trade Days. Before that, Kiwanis had pancake breakfasts and did a Christmas Radio Auction. It is important that all club members take some part in Trade Days.

Twelve workers are needed during Trade Days, plus behind-thescenes workers in addition to our manager, James Moss. Working

Melissa Maxwell passed around a schedule of “Home for the Holidays 2023”, celebrating 175 years of Christmas in Bonham. On Saturday, November 25, vendors kick off the season with a hot cocoa hop and Chi Lambda will have the tree lighting at 6:00 P.M. The Holiday Parade will be on Friday, December 1 at 6:00 P.M. and the Holiday Wine Stroll and Taste of Bonham will be on Saturday, December 2 from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Put these dates on your calendar now and for more information, please contact the Bonham Visitors Center. It’s also time to order your Lollipop to be prominently displayed in Christmas Tree Lane.

The next Bonham Trade Days will be held Thursday through Sunday, October 5 through 8 at Fort Inglish. This will be an

World War II Veteran Requests 100 Cards for 100th Birthday

BONHAM — Today, Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman

Dawn Buckingham challenged the Bonham community and the State of Texas to show their support for U.S. Army Veteran and Clyde W. Cosper Texas State Veterans Home resident Ethelyn Szad Bell on her 100th birthday. Mrs. Bell's centennial celebration will be on October 4th and she has requested to receive 100 cards for this wonderful milestone.

Mrs. Bell began her service in March of 1945 at the age of 21. After completing the Basic Training Course for Army Nurses, Mrs. Bell served with

the Army Nurse Corps in the Philippines and Nagoya, Japan during World War II. During her time in the service, she rose to the rank of Second Lieutenant and was honorably discharged in July of 1946.

After her time serving in the U.S. Army, Mrs. Bell continued giving back to her community by working at the the Veterans Administration Hospital in McKinney, Texas. A blind date led to meeting her

Holidays at the Heard

Press Release - Bundle up your family, get out of the house, and experience the most unique family-friendly holiday event in North Texas. Holidays at the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary will bring the beauty of the holiday season into nature. Holiday lights and décor will accentuate a lovely half-mile Heard nature trail. Your family will be enchanted by this nighttime hike through the woods. Also, you'll get a

glimpse of the Dinosaurs Live! exhibit along the trail. Please note that the dinosaurs will not be animated during the event. In keeping with the Heard’s role as a nature preserve, this light display is designed to enhance, rather than overpower, the sanc-

Nine-tenths of wisdom is being wise in time.

- Theodore Rooseveelt

Creative Arts Center introduces new program for special needs children

Press Release - On Wednesday October 4th at 4pm, the Creative Arts Center will host the first session of Bountiful Blue, a sensory program designed especially for nonverbal and special needs children, ages 8-14. Guardians must remain with students through the duration of the class. This class is free to all members of our community. Registration is required to ensure space for everyone. For more information or to get involved, please contact BonArtCenter@gmail.com or call 903-640-2196.

husband and fellow U.S. Army Veteran, Charles Bell. Together, they moved to Prosper, Texas where they raised a son and daughter. Mrs. Bell worked as a dedicated elementary school nurse in McKinney for many years until she retired at the age of 55. Texans can show their support and help celebrate this momentous occasion by sending birthday cards to Mrs. Bell at the Clyde W. Cosper Texas State Veterans Home:

Ethelyn Bell

Clyde W. Cosper TSVH

1300 Seven Oaks Road Bonham, Texas 75418

tuary’s natural beauty. Live, festive music will delight audiences under the stars in the Heard outdoor amphitheater. Support the Heard and have fun with the whole family at this fun, holiday fundraiser.

excellent time to begin your Christmas Shopping and maybe find a Thanksgiving treat or two. The bargains will be flying! The Kiwanis Club of Bonham, Texas thanks all the vendors, shoppers, and workers who make this event possible. Again, it is through the management of Bonham Trade days that Kiwanis earns money to donate to worthy causes. Vendor spots are still open by calling Ron Nippert at 903-271-8631.

Mary-k "M-k" Ashley Wilson

Photo by Anne Gonzalez

CALVARY UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH

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

Where: 1190 Hwy 56 W. Bonham.

Pastor: Steven Luton, 903-583-4346 12-18-18

Prayer for Fannin County

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

Well Done

By Mike Dickison Minister for the Ivanhoe Church of Christ

Jesus used the very words of this title in the parable of ‘the talents.’ He said that the servants who were faithful to their lord and did his will would hear the words, “Well done, thou good and faithful servant” (Matthew 25:21).

They were faithful, not by accident, nor by happenstance, but because they chose and planned to be faithful. Joshua made that choice, “as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD” (Joshua 24:15).

Jesus said that we are to seek “first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness” (Matthew 6:33). It is to be THE priority

in our lives. Ezra “had prepared his heart to seek the law of the LORD, and to do it, and to teach” (Ezra 7:10). Being faithful is required.

John records the words of the Lord, “be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life” (Revelation 2:10).

The scriptures plainly teach that there is a judgment coming and that the preparation time is in this life. “And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment” (Hebrews 9:27). We must contemplate what we need to do and what we need to stop doing. Paul stood before Felix and “reasoned of

righteousness, temperance, and judgment to come” (Acts 24:25). Sadly, Felix did not become a Christian.

John wrote “For this is the love of God, that we keep his commandments: and his commandments are not grievous” (1 John 5:3). We find “Herein is our love made perfect, that we may have boldness in the day of judgment” (1 John 4:17).

On the day of judgment, we want to hear the words of Christ, “Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world” (Matthew 25:34). Let us strive to be obedient and faithful to the Lord so that we may hear, “Well done, thou good and faithful servant” (Matthew 25:21).

Sunday Morning Re-take “Prayer Is A Must In Our Lives”

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Assembly of God

First Assembly of God, Bonham 1650 N. Center Bonham, TX 75418 (903) 583-5883

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

Baptist

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

Bailey Bible Baptist Church 205 Leslie Bailey, Texas 75413

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Christian

Ivanhoe Baptist Church 4063 NO.FM 273

Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 (903)583-2359

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

Lamasco Baptist Church 346 CR 2615

Telephone, Texas 75488 903-664-2454

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

Little Bethel Baptist Church PO Box 63 Ladonia, Texas 75449

Phone (903)367-7708

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

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

Pilgram Rest Baptist Church 703 Agusta St. Trenton, Texas

Ravenna Baptist Church 100 Elm Street Ravenna, Texas 75476

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

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

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

Thessalonians 5:16-18, “Rejoice evermore. Pray without ceasing. In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” As I was thinking of what to write this week, I recalled an old saying that I first heard a long time ago. “Seven days without prayer makes one weak.” This is very true. Every day before I leave out to go to work or church, or to run errands on days off, I always pray to the Lord seeking His blessings on what is to come for the day. As I’ve said before, our problem in America is that we, as a nation, are not seeking the Lord’s guidance in all that we say and do. This is a very dangerous thing. In order to experience true revival in our nation, prayer is a must!

Ireland that his mother was terribly ill. He wrote a poem to comfort her entitled “Pray Without Ceasing.” Later, it was set to music by Charles C. Converse, and renamed to the classic hymn we know it as today.

“What a friend we have in Jesus, all our sins and griefs to bear! What a privilege to carry everything to God in prayer! O what peace we often forfeit, O what needless pain we bear; all because we do not carry everything to God in prayer!”

“Have we trials and

temptations? Is there trouble anywhere? We should never be discouraged; take it to the Lord in prayer! Can we find a friend so faithful, who will all our sorrows share? Jesus knows our every weakness, take it to the Lord in prayer!”

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

Bro. Josh Stevenson

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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being life the in the heart:

Romans 12:18

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

Romans 12:18 recognizes that while we can’t control everything, we should try our best to seek peace. For instance, you can’t control someone else’s anger or vitriol, but you can control yourself.

By controlling our words, our actions, and our conduct, we can encourage peace rather than discord. For example, as believers, we should purposely avoid provoking strife or fighting. Include and make time for GOD this Sunday

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

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

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

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

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

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

Gober Baptist Church P.O. Box 82 Wolfe City, Texas 75496 (903) 583-2378

Grace Reformed Baptist Church 2800 10th St Honey Grove TX gracerbcbonham.com

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

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

Congregational

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

Episcopal

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

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Catholic

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

Baptist Church of Christ

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

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

Honey Grove Church Of Christ - 403 W. Main St. Honey Grove, 903-227-2606

Ivanhoe Church of Christ P.O. Box 322290 CR 2040 Ivanhoe, TX 75447 Katy Blvd Church of Christ 411 Katy Blvd Bonham, TX 75418 706-294-5996

Midway Church of Christ Hwy 56 W Bonham 903 583 3989

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

Oak Ridge Church of Christ 10368 E FM 1550 Ladonia, Texas 75449 903 583 0849

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

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

Church of God

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

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

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

Methodist

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

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

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

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

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

Grove Hill Methodist Church 5501 FM 1553 Leonard, TX 75452

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

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

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

Windom United Methodist Church 207 Second Street PO Box 936 Windom, TX 75492 940-390-0146 Pleasant Grove CME Church box 34 Ladonia TX 75449 Hwy 64 903-367-7870

Virginia Point United Methodist Church 1386 CR 1200 Savoy, TX

Nazarene

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

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

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

Pentecostal

SR Church P.C.G. 1850 S HWY 121 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 640-3025

Lutheran Presbyterian

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

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

United Pentecostal

Calvary United Pentecostal Church 1190 Hwy 56 W Bonham Texas 903-583-4346

United Pentecostal Church P.O. Box 216 Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) 965-4627

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

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Jimmie Evans

(Quote from Imagining the Open Range: Erwin E. Smith, Cowboy Photographer.)

Although Erwin Smith was born in 1886 in Honey Grove, the town his great-grandfather helped found, he grew up in Bonham. He always wanted to be an artist and a cowboy. Spending summers on his uncle’s ranch near Quanah, he began taking photographs of the cowboy life when he was 12 or 13. He later attended the Art Institute of Chicago and the School of the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.

He visited and worked on ranches in Arizona, New Mexico and Texas, documenting the cowboy way of life at the time when the open range was disappearing.

After his death in 1947, the extensive collection of his negatives eventually found a home at the Amon Carter Museum of American Art in Fort Worth. Most of the images can be viewed on the Museum’s website at https:// www.cartermuseum.org/artists/erwin-e-smith

In addition to his wonderful legacy of work about the cowboy way of life, he also documented scenes in Bonham.

He photographed the parade at the Negro State Fair held in Bonham in 1911.

He photographed the paving of Main Street in Bonham from 1st to 3rd Streets.

He photographed “trades day” around the Courthouse Square in Bonham.

He photographed the Bonham Blues baseball team.

These are just a few of the photographs taken by Erwin Smith in Bonham which are on the Amon Carter Museum website.

When he died in 1947, his obituary in the Bonham Daily Favorite said “Erwin Smith

Goes to Last Roundup.” He is buried at Oakwood Cemetery in Honey Grove and his grave has a Texas Historical Marker.

The Fannin County Museum of History has an exhibit of photographs and memorabilia related to Erwin Smith.

In addition, Smith photos can be viewed at many loca-

tions in Bonham, including the Bonham Public Library, the Fannin County Historical Commission and Fannin Bank.

You could spend an enjoyable afternoon visiting these locations to view the work of Bonham’s most famous artist.

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“CONSULTANTS”

AUCTIONS

THE FOLLOWING VEHICLE WILL BE SOLD

At Public Auction On October 3, 2023 At 9:00 Am, At Bill’s Auto Body & Towing Service, 2630 N. Center St., Bonham, Tx 75418.

2004 CHEV VN

THE FOLLOWING VEHICLES WILL BE SOLD

At Public Auction On October 3, 2023 At 9:30 Am, At Pro Auto, 103 N Main St, Bonham, Tx 75418.

2004 FORD PK 2008 BMW CV

2006 HOND PK 2012 VOLK 4D 2002 SHOP FB

AUTOMOBILES

2015 F250 4DR 4WD

V8-Gas longbed, Good tires, mechanically sound. Few bumps outside- clean inside (non smoker). Clean title- under 105,000 miles. $25,000 785-893-4466 leave message.

WANTED:

Older pickup truck (points / condenser ignition system), prefer Chevy or GMC, no computerized parts, prefer running but will consider non-running. Call 214-707-8134.

FORD 2001 F350

4-Door 4 wheel drive 7.3 good condition, 280,000 miles. Road ready $6,000 firm. Randy 903-640-6999. Selling due to health.

EMPLOYMENT

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS for the FOLLOWING POSITIONS

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

For more information

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

NOW HIRING!

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

RED RIVER HEALTH CARE

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

INSIDE House SALE RAIN or SHINE

Saturday, Sept. 30th at 8am....

418 CR 2526, Bonham. Approximately 4 or 5 miles north of Bonham on Hwy 78. After passing Boyd Baptist Church. ½ mile or less look for our sale sign to turn right. Watch for signs. DVDs, VHS movies, nice clean clothes, S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, baby & toddler clothes, wigs, board games, jewelry, fish traps, wall pictures, linens, Fall decor, Halloween costumes, Christmas, garden iron decor. Purses, cookbooks, dishes, books, bakeware, tools, wrenches, big stand up patio umbrella. 1979 Silverado 4 door longbed. You name it, we have it. Cash Only!

Y’all come see us!

4 bedroom house packed!!

We re-organize and add a-lot of different things for Every Sale!

HELP WANTED

Need an Experienced Carpenter’s Helper for inside job, part time. Also need landscaper and mechanic’s helper part time. Call 972-689-1828.

HOUSEKEEPING

THE CLEANING LADY

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

MUSIC STORE and RECORDING STUDIO

1132 Main, Commerce, TX. 903.886.6027

PETS

FREE

Needing to be re-homed

3 year old dog named ‘Rascal” Do not know the name of breed. Please call 903-717-0109.

FANNIN COUNTY EMPLOYMENT NOTICE

JOB TITLE: Full time Roadhand

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

SUPERVISOR: Fannin County Commissioner, Jerry Magness

REQUIREMENTS: CDL required, no current CDL need not apply. Equipment Operator with belly dump or end dump experience.

BENEFITS: Vacation, Sick Leave, Holidays, Retirement, Medical Dental & Life Insurance

CNC Lathe/Mill Machinist

also someone with Gear Cutting experience. 40 hours per week plus overtime. Full benefits including paid healthcare, retirement benefits and holiday, vacation and sick pay. Climate controlled shop. 7:30am4:00pm, 5 days per week. Send resume via email to brett@bfgammon.com or call 903-583-3597

FOR SALE

FOR SALE 80 Model Ditch Witch good condition. Ready to work. $3,000. 903-640-6999.

JOHN DEERE TRACTOR 1250, 3 cylinder diesel, less than 100 hours on engine & pump. Bush hog including turning plow and post hole digger $8,000 firm. Good condition. Selling due to health. Randy 903-640-6999.

FOR SALE

Selling due to health. 14 ft. dump trailer used 3 times, like new $7,000 firm. Randy 903-640-6999.

FOR SALE

Welding Trailer w / Lincoln Ranger Welder, tool box & 40 CFM air compressor. Shed kept, good condition $4,000 firm. Selling due to health. Randy 903-640-6999.

For Sale

RV Lacrosse 40 ft. Bumper pull. 2 pull outs Been refurbished inside and out. $12,500. Call 903-227-5310.

GARAGE SALES

20 MILE GARAGE SALE and MARKET on the SQUARE

Saturday, October 7th 8am-4pm Ladonia, Pecan Gap, Bugtussel, Ben Franklin, TX. Garage Sale, Estate Sales, and Market. Something for everyone. cocladonia.org\20mile. html

GARAGE SALE

301 S. Center St., Bonham September 28, 29, & 30

Cookbooks, wheat coins, furniture, glassware, CD’s, Movies, and lots of misc. 903-227-3319

Moving Soon

“ONE DAY SALE”

Saturday, September 30th 8am-5pm

2227 N. Village Dr., Bonham, TX Living Rm, Dining Rm & Bedroom Sets, Washer / Dryer All in great condition. Cash Only, No Holds!

HELP WANTED

Looking for a job that is rewarding?!?!! We are hiring here at North Texas Safari Park. Here are things to consider before you send in your resume:

••You would be responsible for the care of the animals during all seasons.

• Physical Labor - Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.

• Our animals depend on you. Are you able to arrive to work on time?

• Must have reliable transportation.

• Must be 18 years or older

About the Animal Care Position:

*Feeding of animalsincluding diet preparation

*Behavioral observation of the animals

*Enclosure maintenance including up keeping the grounds of the park.

*Providing environmental enrichment for the animals

*Cleaning & assisting with upkeep of the facility

*Self motivated

*Must be able to interact with the public

Please send your resume to: northtexassafaripark@ gmail.com

“WORK IN THE GREAT OUTDOORS!

Local land developer in need of part time property foreman/ maintenance person for new development on Bois d’ Arc Lake. Duties/requirements include:

• Ability to work independently.

• 18 years or older with reliable transportation (personal truck that could be used on work site a plus)

• Physical labor. Ability to lift 50 pounds and handyman skills such as using light /outdoor/woodworking equipment and/or tools.

• Ability to operate light equipment (tractor, skid steer, etc.) a plus.

•Will be responsible for initial and ongoing operations to get the Bois d’ Arc Lake’s newest community ready for sale.

•Flexible schedule. Call 214-417-9965”

A PAW UP Helping Animals

In Need Thrift Store

101 West Hayes, Savoy Open Friday thru Sunday 10am-5pm.

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

PERSONAL

NEED A COMPANION

Financially stable 73 year old, healthy gentleman looking for a straight white female companion (occasional smoker is alright) to share my time with. Call 903-990-0731.

CONTACT: Jerry Magness 18101 E FM 1396 Honey Grove, TX 75446 (903)378-2941

Applications are on our website at www.co.fannin.tx.us or may be picked up at the Fannin County Auditor’s Office 3rd floor of the Fannin County Courthouse, Bonham, TX. 9/26/23

FCEC TOWER TOWER CONSTRUCTION NOTICE

Rayburn Electric Cooperative proposes to build a 180foot self-supported communications tower. Lighting is not required per the FAA determination. The site location is 2201 FM 87, Ector, TX 75439. The coordinates are 33-35-54.53N, 96-14-06.96W. The site is at the Fannin County Electric Cooperative Headquarters facility. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Antenna Structure Registration (ASR, Form 854) filing number is A1253917.

ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS: Interested persons may review the application (www.fcc.gov/asr/applications) by entering the filing number. Environmental concerns may be raised by filing a Request for Environmental Review (www.fcc.gov/asr/environmentalrequest) and online filings are strongly encouraged. The mailing address to file a paper copy is: FCC Requests for Environmental Review, Attn: Ramon Williams, 445 12th Street SW, Washington, DC 20554.

Fannin County History The Road Down Memory Lane

“A generation which ignores history has no past and no future.” Robert Heinlein, American author

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

Three friends in Bonham. Left to right are Bob Trout, Jim Reese and Charles Stokes. Back of photo says: L. to R.: Bob Trout, Jim Reese, Charles A. Stokes. The young men are sitting on a sign that says: Through Train to Bonham, Texas. A Big Trading Place. Charles Allen Stokes was born on June 10th.1876. He died in Garland TX. on September 22. 1953. Mr. Stokes was well known in Bonham as “The Tortilla Man”. He started making and selling tortillas from his cart on the Square in Bonham from 1918 until 1950. Even Speaker of The House Sam Rayburn liked them so much that he had his tortillas shipped to D.C. by bus.

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES REAL ESTATE

AFFORDABLE STUMP GRINDING

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

APP HOUSE LEVELING & FOUNDATION REPAIR

Pier and Beam/ Slab Foundation/ Small & Large Remodels. 903-227-2860.

HANDYMAN / LAWN CARE

•Painting •Sheetrock Repair & Texture •Remodeling

•Plumbing •Electrical

•Mowing •Tree & Trim work

•Flower beds. Call 903-304-9009.

MUNOZ LAWN CARE & TREE TRIMMING

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

PROFESSIONAL PAINT & DRYWALL REPAIRS:

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

FARM and LAWN

MAINTENANCE

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

STAPP TREE TRIMMING and REMOVAL

Hauling, Storm Damage, Demolition Work, Dead Wood Removal, Licensed and Bonded. Over 25 Years Experience. Call 903-5837888. “Cheaper than the cheapest. Give me a call, I can handle it all, guaranteed.”

TREES and MÁS

Large Acreage Mowing with Tractor, Landscaping, Fences, Firewood, Stump Grinding, and Concrete. Insured, Call for free estimate. 903227-6940, 903-227-8369, or 903-486-2868.

POST OAK OFF-ROAD REPAIR

Automotive, ATV, UTV, & Motorcycles. Lift Kits, Gears, Lockers, Engine Rebuilding. All Repairs, and Custom Projects Welcome. 20 Years Experience. CL Adams 903-449-0952.

J & L TREE SERVICE

Specializing in difficult and dangerous removals. We also trim and prune to give you the look you desire and keeping your trees happy and healthy. We would love to have you join our customer family. So call 903-449-2867 to receive a free quote.

BUDGET STUMP REMOVAL

FOR RENT

1 Bedroom ApartmentAll brick single story, all appliances, and energy efficient. $800. 903-227-0920

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3 Bedroom HouseUpdated, wood floors, central heat & air, fenced yard. $1300. 903-227-0920

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3 bedroom, 2 bath Brick home, wood floors, central air, 2 car garage, $1,500. 903-227-0920

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2 Bedroom home, metal windows, new floors, fenced yard, $1,000. 903-227-0920

PINE RUN APARTMENTS

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

HOUSE FOR RENT in IVANHOE

2 bedroom, 2 Bath $850. Call 626-684-8425.

FOR SALE BY OWNER

3 Bedroom, 1 & ½ Bath, 2 car detached garage, motor home cover, storage bldg. Bailey sewer and water. On One acre. DIYers dream. 903-227-0165.

EMPLOYMENT NOTICE

BillBuysHouses.com Buying homes As Is Since ‘91. Also buys lots, land & Manuf. Homes 214.478.8979

PUBLIC NOTICE OF BID

Notice is hereby given to all interested parties that the Fannin County Commissioners Court will accept sealed bids for the following:

1) Culverts for All Precincts

Specifications may be obtained from:

Edwina Lane

Fannin County Purchasing

101 E. Sam Rayburn Dr. Suite 313 Bonham, TX 75418 elane@fanninco.net

Sealed bids must be filed in the County Purchasing Agent Office before 3 p.m., October 11, 2023, or said bids will not be considered. Bids shall be opened on October 11, 2023 at 3:30 p.m. in the Fannin County Purchasing Agent’s Office, 101 E. Sam Rayburn Dr. Suite 313, Bonham, TX 75418.

Fannin County Commissioners Court reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

Appraisal Review Board Members Needed

Leonard I.S.D. is seeking individuals who may be interested in applying for a custodial position. Applications are available at Leonard I.S.D. Administration, 1 Tiger Alley, Leonard, Texas. For information regarding this position, please contact Bobby Hanson at 903-587-2318 ext. 407.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR NEEDED

Commercial & Residential Call William 903-820-1036.

CLASSIFIEDS

Great Results Great Rates

903-583-3280

PUBLIC NOTICE OF BID

The Fannin Central Appraisal District is seeking Appraisal Review Board (ARB) members from qualified property owners of Fannin County for the upcoming 2024-2025 term. The ARB serves a vital role in ensuring the property owners of Fannin County have an impartial citizen panel to hear their property value disputes. If you are interested in serving on the ARB, please visit the appraisal district’s website www.fannincad.org/arbpanel-members/, the district’s office or your taxing unit’s administrative offices to review the selection policy and qualification criteria, and to complete an applicant questionnaire. To be considered, completed questionnaires must be received by November 1, 2023. Mail completed questionnaires to Fannin Central Appraisal District, Attn: Taxpayer Liaison Officer 831 W. State Hwy. 56 Bonham, TX 75418.

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Notice is hereby given to all interested parties that the Fannin County Commissioners Court will accept sealed bids for the following:

Invitation for Bids Pre-Bid Meeting Notice

1) Used John Deere Motor Grader (2015 or Newer) * Fannin County is planning on trading in a 2000 CAT 140H Motor Grader

Specifications may be obtained from:

Edwina Lane

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Fannin County Purchasing 101 E. Sam Rayburn Dr. Suite 313 Bonham, TX 75418 elane@fanninco.net

The City of Ladonia will receive bids for its TDHCA HOME Program Grant until 11:00 am on October 12, 2023 at the City of Ladonia, 100 Center Plaza P.O. Box 5 Ladonia, TX 75449, to complete the reconstruction of up to ten (10) single family units at 1100 square feet each. Bids will be opened October 12th, at 11:00 am. All bidders must submit completed pre-qualification forms on or before the bid due date. Contact Karen Sutton at (361) 287-3341 for a pre-qualification packet and bid documents including drawings and technical specifications. Selected Builder will have 60 days from start date to complete construction. A non-mandatory, pre-bid conference will be held on October 5, 2023 at 11:00 am at the Ladonia City Hall, 100 CENTER Plz Ladonia, Texas, 75449. Please contact Chris Reynolds, at (737) 207-0978 if you need more information. The Contractor must ensure that employees/applicants for employment are not discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, or, national origin. The City of Ladonia reserves the right to reject any or all bids. The City of Ladonia may hold bids for a period not to exceed sixty (60) days from the date of the bid opening for the purpose of reviewing the bids and investigating the qualifications of bidders, prior to contract award. Contract awards will be made to lowest responsible qualified bidder(s). City Contact: Dyane, City Secretary, city@cityofladonia.com

Sealed bids must be filed in the County Purchasing Agent Office before 3 p.m., October 4, 2023, or said bids will not be considered. Bids shall be opened on October 4, 2023 at 3:30 p.m. in the Fannin County Purchasing Agent’s Office, 101 E. Sam Rayburn Dr. Suite 313, Bonham, TX 75418.

Fannin County Commissioners Court reserves the right to

9/5/23

Fannin County Family Crisis Center is looking for a new Executive Director! Qualified applicants must have a degree in Criminal Justice, Human Services, or experience in a related field, which may be substituted. Qualified individuals may send their resume to fcfcc@frontier.com. For more information, call 903-583-7694.

Legal Notice

Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a wine and beer retailer’s permit and food and beverage certification by Bamboo House LLC dba Bamboo House, to be located at 413 N. Main, Bonham Texas, Fannin County. Officers of said corporation owners are Thu Ha Nguyen as manager.

9/12/23

PUBLIC NOTICE OF BID

9/19/23

Notice is hereby given to all interested parties that the Fannin County Commissioners Court will accept sealed bids for the following:

1) Gasoline for the Sheriff’s Office

2) Gasoline, Diesel Fuel (both road & off road) & Oil for all Precincts

Specifications may be obtained from:

Edwina Lane

Fannin County Purchasing

101 E. Sam Rayburn Dr. Suite 313 Bonham, TX 75418 elane@fanninco.net

Sealed bids must be filed in the County Purchasing Agent Office before 3 p.m., October 4, 2023, or said bids will not be considered. Bids shall be opened on October 4, 2023 at 3:30 p.m. in the Fannin County Purchasing Agent’s Office, 101 E. Sam Rayburn Dr. Suite 313, Bonham, TX 75418.

Fannin County Commissioners Court reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

PUBLIC NOTICE OF BID

Notice is hereby given to all interested parties that the Fannin County Commissioners Court will accept sealed bids for the following:

1) Used John Deere Motor Grader (2015 or Newer) * Fannin County is planning on trading in a 2000 CAT 140H Motor Grader

9/19/23

Specifications may be obtained from:

Edwina Lane Fannin County Purchasing 101 E. Sam Rayburn Dr. Suite 313 Bonham, TX 75418 elane@fanninco.net

Sealed bids must be filed in the County Purchasing Agent Office before 3 p.m., October 4, 2023, or said bids will not be considered. Bids shall be opened on October 4, 2023 at 3:30 p.m. in the Fannin County Purchasing Agent’s Office, 101 E. Sam Rayburn Dr. Suite 313, Bonham, TX 75418.

Fannin County Commissioners Court reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

Health Care

DID YOU KNOW?

Section 42.09 “Cruelty to Livestock Animals” and 42.092 “Cruelty of Non-Livestock Animals” of the Texas Penal Code prohibits a person from intentionally, knowingly or recklessly cruelly treating an animal.

•Torturing an animal

•Failing to provide food, care or shelter

•Abandoning an animal

• Killing, seriously injuring or poisoning an animal

•Causing an animal to fight with another

•Tripping a horse

•Injuring an animal belonging to another person

•Seriously