- Pink vests and jackets fill the TMC Bonham Hospital gift shop, but the color means more than meets the eye.
“We’re the Pink Lady
family,” Gloria Nelson, TMC Bonham Hospital volunteer and breast cancer survivor, said. The name Pink Ladies represents the memorable vests and jackets the volunteers wear, but for some workers the experience of being a pink lady expands beyond the uniform. The pink vests acts as their armor, signifying the pain
and struggle, but also the strength of breast cancer survivors worldwide.
“In fall of 2015, I discovered my lump in the shower,” Sherry Howard, TMC Bonham Hospital volunteer and breast cancer survivor, said.
“Mine was diagnosed through just a regular mammogram,” Nelson said.
“I found the nodule and went to the doctor the following day. They did my biopsy. They did 2 biopsies and he said, we’re going to do surgery in the morning.
It was that quick,” Juanema Bar, TMC Bonham Hospital volunteer and breast cancer survivor, said.
One in every eight women experience breast cancer according to the American Cancer “When you’re on that chemo, you really want to die. It’s so rough. But I think we can encourage others and that, you know, you can do this,” Nelson said.
But, the Pink Ladies have six survivors within the gift shop walls.
“These ladies are just
It works both ways. You experience such joy in hearing what others are saying to you. Consider how pleased family and friends are to know you hear (and understand) their words, meant for you. That, too, is a gift.
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an inspiration to me every day,” Howard said. “Being breast cancer survivors, I can tell you that we are blessed every day by doing this.”
The ribbon ties women across the world together in a shared experience.
“Find friends that have the same experience as you have. And gather, gather together with your pink friends. They’re out there...There is life after cancer,” Howard said. The ribbon is dyed pink for a purpose.
“The pink stands for something, hope,” Howard said. Weaving unique, yet shared stories together to heal and remind why so many “Think Pink”. Copyright 2025 KXII. All rights reserved.
a hearing loss, it forces your brain to work harder to interpret sounds, leaving you frustrated, exhausted, and often feeling isolated. It can also lead to more rapid cognitive decline for some people, which can be frightening. The good news is that with WIDEX’s remarkable hearing aid technology coupled with brain training customized to your needs, you can stay fully engaged with your life. Imagine the joy of casual conversations, streaming music, differentiating the sounds of nature! We want to help you maintain your independence so you can engage with friends and family – with life – more easily. Call now, so you can more fully enjoy the holidays. ”
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FCRW meeting will begin at 5:30 pm with a meet and greet portion of our gathering where members will bring a covered dish. The program begins at 6:00 pm and concludes at 7:15 pm. Our meeting location is the Family Life Center, 200 W. 8th Street, Bonham, Texas.
Please contact Debbie Gove at dgove1728@gmail.com for further information if needed.
“Caring for America” is an ongoing service project of the FCRW. We have chosen to support the Open Arms Homeless Shelter in 2025 with cash donations collected at each meeting.
a record of significant events (such as those affecting a nation or institution) often including an explanation of their causes.
“A generation which ignores history has no past and no future.”
Robert Heinlein, American author
Marker Text: William W. Bell (1794-1845) immigrated to the United States from his native England in 1820. By 1836 he had come to Texas, where he enlisted in the Republic of Texas Army in February 1837. He later served in a company of Texas Rangers and was granted a contract by the Republic of Texas to carry mail from Independence to Nashville. Bell was married to the former Elizabeth Weaver, and they were the parents of eight sons and one daughter. This cemetery traces its beginnings to 1845, when William W. Bell died and was buried here by his family. Also interred in the graveyard are Elizabeth Weaver Bell (1804-1894) and give of the Bells’ nine children: daughter Texana Bell Henry (1837-1859); sons Stephen (1823-1900), D. J. (1825-1899), Albert H. (1830-1800), and A. Jessie (1834-1856), There are five other marked graves of family members, as well as several unmarked burials. Family tradition states some of the unmarked graves may be those of slaves. The William W. Bell Cemetery Association formed by Bell descendants in 1985 maintains the historic graveyard.
Location: Drive north for 4.3 miles on FM 1752 north from Savoy to a gravel road. Then go west on the gravel road .7 miles. Turn right at a large iron-gated entrance. Go north .2 miles.
William W. Bell Cemetery
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Fannin Pregnancy Care
1500 N. Center Bonham, Texas
By Rich Hilliard
Leonard’s return leads Fannin’s 2025 volleyball playoffs teams
Chelsea Glover (10) serves on Oct. 7 during District 21-1A volleyball in Savoy.
By Rich Hilliard
Postseason volleyball will commence Oct. 30Nov. 1 with bi-district play.
Class 3A Leonard will make its first trip to the volleyball playoffs since 2019, extending its second season under head coach Lindsay Carter Giles. The Lady Tigers will play in the 3A-II bracket, advancing as District 113A’s No. 2 seed. Trenton clinched
10-2A's Division-II
No. 2 playoffs berth. It equates the Lady Tigers' 10th postseason in the last 11 years.
10 during District 10-2A volleyball in Trenton.
In 21-1A, Dodd City, Ector and Savoy started district play assured of postseason trips.
two determine the No. 1 and 2 district berths. It equates the Lady Hornets' 31st postseason in the last 36 years. It will equate the Lady Eagles' fourth consecutive postseason in as many seasons of fielding varsity teams.
Meanwhile, Bonham remained in contention
sets the ball for a potential kill shot on Oct. 7 during District 21-1A volleyball in
for 14-4A's No. 2 4A-II postseason berth until Oct. 21.
Lady
have assured their first
"Thank
Canady
Ector's Green, DC's Weeks 3X State-XC-bound in 1A
ARLINGTON -- Ector's Dominique Green and Dodd City's Addison Weeks, both seniors, will vie in the Class 1A State cross country meets on Friday, Oct. 31.
Green advanced to his third straight 1A State boys' cross country race and Weeks also qualified for her third State girls' cross country race in the last four years. The 1A races will occur on Halloween at Old Settler's Park in Round Rock: 10:55 a.m., 1A girls' 3200m; 11:25 a.m., 1A boys' 5K.
Each qualified for State via the Region III-1A meets on Oct. 20 at the Harold Patterson Sports Complex in Arlington. -- Rich Hilliard
2025 Fannin County Football Standings
Honey Grove's Serenity Canady plays left field on April 15 during District 11-2A softball in Dodd City.
Photo by Rich Hilliard
Leonard's
Tigers
postseason volleyball trip since 2019, during their second season under head coach Lindsay Carter Giles. Avery Ross, Riley Brown (13), Madison Jones (11), Leah Stoy (12), Olivia Aylor, Ava Flowers and the rest of the Lady Tigers listen to Giles (between No. 11 and 12) on Sept. 16 during District 11-3A volleyball in Bells. Photo by Rich Hilliard
Ector's Odette Cruz goes for a block on Oct. 14 during District 21-1A volleyball in Dodd City.
Photo by Rich Hilliard
Bonham's Bethany Dougan (9) leaps in an attempt to block a North Lamar return on Oct. 3 during District 14-4A volleyball inside Bonham's Leonard A. Gerner Gymnasium.
Photo by Rich Hilliard
Trenton libero Layton Ingram (2) starts a return and teammate Kinley Bingham (11) watches on Oct.
Photo by Rich Hilliard
Savoy's
Photo by Rich Hilliard
Dodd
Brayer (10)
Savoy.
Photo by Rich Hilliard
Fannin County Early Voting
Polling Locations on November 4, 2025
•Ector
•Boyd
*Dodd
OCTOBER BIRTHDAYS
Home Country Slim Randles
You folks get them flu shots ever’ fall? I try not to, but Doc has this y’r nurse that’s not only stouter’n a streetsweeper, but fleet of foot as well. This y’r’s Windy, a-course. So, yeah, I prit-nearly allus get one a-them shots each fall. But I been workin’ on a way to either speed me up or slow her down. Ever seen on them summer Olympicals the relay race? You know, when one guy’s runnin’ and he sticks out a stick and the next guy takes it for a while? Thass what that there nurse looks like in hot pursuit ‘cept it’s a hypothermic needle and not a stick in her hand. Now you know ol’ Doc makes fun a-me ever’ dang time she catches up. A-course, she could stand to run off a few calories here and there, mostly there. Truth be told, wouldn’t hurt me none, neither.
When Doc stops laughin’ he usually says, “Windy, I don’t think you’re any faster’n you was last year.”
“Nope,” I admitted, “but I think she is.”
Oh, I tried to talk Doc out of it. Honest. I told him I been particler good this last year and took my vitermins and minerales and drank my fruity juice and all that stuff. See, I figgered if he got impressionated enough with my diet, I might could slip away from Vampira for one year. But it seems like somethin’ always happens to that there plan a-mine.
For example, Doc looked at me while Nurse Sprint was in the corner, sharpenin’ her needle and lookin’ funny at my fanny.
“So Windy,” Doc said, “you been drinkin’ your fruit juices?”
“Yessir!” I replied.
“Let me guess … was this juice mixed up with gin or vodka?”
“Well …..”
Doc nodded to the nurse. I didn’t even git to the restroom door.
Have a healthy autumn now, Windy
Fannin County Amateur Radio Club
P.O. Box 553
Bonham, Texas 75413
Dear Potential Donor,
Please allow this letter to introduce our club and its’ members to your establishment. My name is
Keith Mumaw, and I am President of the Fannin County Amateur Radio Club. This year FCARC is hosting their first ever “Tailgate / Ham Fest” fund raiser on November 15, 2025. This event is sanctioned by the American Radio Relay League and is for the northeast section of Texas. We are hoping to hold a “raffle” with items donated by businesses withing the festival area. The monies raised by FCARC during the year are used to support programs within our community, such as the “Spirit of Giving Day”
where we serve more than 500 hot dogs and bottles of water to those attending. We provide youth services to the area Scouting groups as well as “Emergency Communications” during storm events through “Sky Warn Nets”, ARES (Amateur Radio Emergency Services) and RACES where we were active during the time the tornados hit Bonham. Since this is our first festival, we are hoping to acquire a few “big ticket” items such as an “Arctic Cooler”, a “Flat Top BBQ” or any other items to help raise funds.
If your business chooses, you can be a “Sponsor” through a donation of $100 and have your logo affixed to the banner at the raffle
table. I can be reached at 972658-9427 by call or text and email at ki5vnl@yahoo.com
Thank you for allowing us to reach out to you and we hope that you will be able to participate.
Respectfully, Keith Mumaw, 2025 President
FCARC is an IRS recognized 501 C (3) Non-Profit organization Website: k5frc.org
Keith Mumaw - President ki5vnl
Mike Durbin -Vice-President k5mjd
Sarah Richardson-Secretary ki5pzf
James Hunt-Treasurer ki5dq
Welcome New FCMG Members
By Tami Hinders
Fannin County Master Gardeners would like to congratulate Lauri Blake, Brenda and Frank
Hunter, Shawn Vick, and Diane and Scott Wild for meeting the requirements for full membership. Master Gardeners are members of the local community who take an active interest in their lawns, trees, shrubs, flowers and gardens. They are enthusiastic, willing to learn and to help others, and able to communicate with diverse groups of people. Participants become certified Texas Master Gardeners during the year following the completion of the training course as they fulfill their volunteer commitment.
An online application and background check is required prior to beginning the training and certification process. Once completed an interview will be conducted, then if accepted into the Master Gardener program, participants will attend an 8-week Master Gardener training course. The Fannin County program offers 52 hours of instruction following the Texas A&M AgriLife EarthKind practices of landscape management covering soil and plant nutrition, insect, disease, trees, vegetable and herb gardening, lawn care, plant selection, composting, and water conservation. Classes are taught by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service specialists, staff, and local experts. There will also be a field trip that supports the classroom training. A fee of $250 helps cover the cost of training materials which is due at the interview. In exchange for training, Fannin County participants are asked to volunteer time to their Extension program. Fifty hours of volunteer service, within one year following the training, is required to become a Texas Master Gardener. These classes are scheduled to begin on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. If you are interested in joining the FCMG, please send an email to: fanninmastergardeners@gmail.com or stop by the office of the Texas Agrilife Extension Service -Fannin County at 2505 N. Center, Bonham, to pick up an application. A mandatory informational meeting will be held on Monday, December 8, 2025 at 11 AM. Completed applications should be returned on or before Monday, January 12, 2026.
witness the opening of a transformative new Open Arms Shelter facility at 111 S. Center Street offering Hope, From the opening day until June of this year the current shelter located at 1205 Albert Broadfoot has served over 325 adults and 51 children resulting in the original shelter outgrowing the need. Construction is on schedule and budget, a testament to the dedication and stewardship behind this project. This milestone is the result of a God inspired collaboration between two Boards of Directors, Open Arms Shelter Ministry and the Fannin County Hospital Authority. Construction financing provided by Fannin County Hospital Authority and additional support by a shelter donor couple for part of the land. Operational financing from individual citizens, churches and businesses within our community provides the daily operational cost of the shelter.
This new facility will act as a Hub for services to Fannin County. More than just a building, it’s a lifeline. Alongside providing shelter, the facility will house The Fannin Health Clinic, offering essential healthcare services in shared office space. WIC will also be present, extending vital support to young mothers and their babies, nurturing the next generation with care and compassion. The space will be available for Canceling and Education as well as others who serve the residents of Fannin County.
Open Arms Director Mark Sanderson shares the excitement: “This Hub is worthy of support needed to meet the growing needs of our County. We encourage all that have supported the Shelter to continue the support of this new Hub of Services. The larger facility has been architecturally designed to add space in the much-needed areas to position us to provide the service to our community well into the future. In addition to a new shelter, we have received donations from our community partners to purchase new beds and most of the items needed within. We will recognize those partners at an Open House scheduled for January 17, 2026.”
Photo
The
Dunai, Lauren and Teo
2025 FCMG Sponsors: Twin Oaks Nursery-Denison, Fix & Feed-Bonham, Bear Creek Country Stores, Keystone Enterprises, Red Coop Feed & Seed, Green Machines Rentals, and 160 Lawn & Timber.
Front Row (from left to right): Shawn Vick, Scott Wild, Diane Wild. Back row: Frank Dunai, Brenda Dunai, Lauri Blake, Teo Hunter (not pictured: Lauren Hunter) Courtesy photo
Boyer’s Jewelry
Monday-Friday
Boyer’s Jewelry
Subsidiary of Bishop Gas Corp
HWY 82 EAST P.O. BOX 1597 SHERMAN, TX 75091
CALVARY UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH
OFFICE (903) 892-8933
TX WATS (800) 848-0251
SERVICE DEPT (800) 772-5921
10/28/25
When: Sun. 10:30am. Wed. 7:00pm
Where: 1190 Hwy 56 W. Bonham.
Pastor: Steven Luton, 903-583-4346
Share The Light And Love Of Jesus
LightFest is a long-standing ministry of this church. The saga continues Friday night from 5-8 PM. We still do it because it allows the opportunity for us to share the light and love of Jesus on what many consider to be the darkest night of the year. One of my favorite things is watching our Calvary family come together and serve
Monday-Friday 9-5:30
together in ministry. In fact, in light of our recent studies related to spiritual gifts, I challenge you to intentionally watch these come to life Friday night. You will, without a doubt, see our church family practicing spiritual gifts like hospitality, service, helps, administration/leadership, mercy, evangelism, and teaching – to name a few. See it for what it is – the Body of
Christ in action. If you are not currently plugged in, please be a part of it. Find a place to serve in this ministry. If you are not sure, talk to Dotti, or any of your staff and we will be happy to guide you to areas of need. Come on. Let’s be the hands, feet, mouthpiece and heartbeat of Jesus to this community!
For His Glory, Lyn and Lissa
Sunday Morning Re-Wind:
The High Priestly Prayer
Hello everyone!
This week’s devotion comes from John chapter 17. In John 13-16, we see Jesus’ farewell discourse to His disciples during the last supper. In His teachings He warned of persecution, predicted the arrival of the Holy Spirit, encouraged love amongst the believers, and even predicted Judas’ betrayal. In this chapter, John recounts an extended prayer from Jesus just prior to His arrival in the garden of Gethsemane.
While Matthew, Mark, and Luke recount the Lord’s final prayer at Gethsemane, John recounts this previous prayer, which is often referred to as the High Priestly Prayer. He begins this prayer by praying for Himself. This,
alongside the Model Prayer, tells us that it is reasonable for us to pray on our own behalf. The purpose for this is asking for God’s will to be done in our lives; for His glory and our ultimate benefit. Next we see that Jesus is praying for His followers. In this context, these prayers are for the apostles. These men, personally trained by Him, will face massive resistance as they declare His truth. Finally, He expands His prayer to include all people who come to faith in Him. A major theme for this prayer is loving unity. This is not only a direct command from Jesus, but the main identifier of legitimate Christian faith. Our mission, as believers, is to demonstrate the truth of God
to this lost and dying world. Jesus also repeats several points made earlier in His prayer, and in John’s gospel account in general, including His eternal existence and the importance of unifying, godly love (See John 17:20-26).
In 1869, John Ernest Bode wrote this classic hymn that comes from the message in this chapter.
“O Jesus, I have promised to serve Thee to the end; Be Thou forever near me, my Master and my Friend; I shall not fear the battle if Thou art by my side, Nor wander from the pathway if Thou wilt be my guide.”
Bro. Josh Stevenson
The Promise Of Heaven
By Mike Dickison Minister
for the Ivanhoe Church of Christ
Heaven is promised to humanity under conditions that God has set forth in his inspired word, the Bible. ‘Heaven’ is equated with eternity, salvation, and forever. Jesus, “became the author of eternal salvation unto all them that obey him” (Hebrews 5:9). Heaven, salvation, is promised to the obedient, through Jesus. The Lord told Thomas, “I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me” (John 14:6). Paul wrote to Titus about the promise of eternal life by saying “In hope of eternal life, which God, that cannot lie, promised before
the world began” (Titus 1:2). This prize of heaven does not rust, corrupt, fade nor lose its glory. Peter writes about the “inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you” (1 Peter 1:4). Paul uses the example of an athlete, by saying that “every man that striveth for the mastery is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a corruptible crown; but we an incorruptible” (1 Corinthians 9:15). Peter writes that to the Christian, “an entrance shall be ministered unto you abundantly into the everlasting kingdom of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ” (2 Peter 1:11). Jesus asks, “For what is a man advantaged, if he gain the whole world, and lose
himself, or be cast away?”
(Luke 10:25).
Paul warns that “they that will be rich fall into temptation and a snare, and into many foolish and hurtful lusts, which drown men in destruction and perdition” (1 Timothy 6:9). Jesus warns “For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?” (Matthew 16:26). Sadly, many are losing for eternity, not even for the whole world, but for a weekly paycheck for a few years, a house with a fifty-year shelflife, or a shiny new toy with a twenty-year or less shelf-life. WE ARE TALKING ABOUT FOREVER.
Whose Side are You On?
by Wil Pounds
Whose
That is the question Psalm one asks as it paints two portraits: one is the picture of the wicked person, and the other is the portrait or the wise man. “Who is the blessed man of whom the psalmist speaks?” asked Joseph Flacks. “This man never walked in the counsel of the wicked or stood in the way of sinners or sat in the seat of mockers. He was an absolutely sinless man.” One Jewish man concluded, “The man of the first Psalm was Jesus of Nazareth.” He was the only sinless perfect person who has ever walked this earth. He knew no sin is the testimony of those who knew Him best. Jesus Christ is the perfect man portrayed in the opening verses of Psalm one. He is the only person who has ever lived a perfect life as portrayed in this psalm. He is the “man” in Psalm one (1 Peter 2:21-25). Jesus Christ is the Righteous
School
One who never experienced sin in his personal life. He is the only perfect man who ever lived, and there is none other like Him.
“How blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked, Nor stand in the path of sinners” (Psalm 1:1). Only such a person can be supremely happy and fulfilled in this life. He has received a multiplicity of blessings. Not only has he received an abundance of blessings, but the fullness of the blessing that God gives. No one has ever received the blessedness of these words of the Father except Jesus. “This is My beloved Son in whom I am well pleased” (Matthew 3:17). It was the declaration by the heavenly Father of the perfection of Jesus. It was divine approval of God’s perfect man. It is also an identification of the personality of Jesus Christ as the Son of God. Do you want the blessings
of the Lord upon your life?
This is the way the Christian finds happiness and a sense of significance in life. We are confronted with two choices: one choice is the way of the wicked, and the other is God’s way. Jesus said to choose the right road. “Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life and only a few find it” (Matthew 7:13-14, NIV).
What will you do with Jesus Christ? Which road will you travel? Choose Jesus Christ and the way of His righteousness. “For by grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; not as a result of works, that no one should boast” (Ephesians 2:8-9). Only Jesus Christ alone will save you.
Genesis 1:1 to Revelation 22:21
Nothing added. Nothing Subtracted. The Holy Bible in conservative Wesley Tradition Interested? Come Join us at Grace Methodist/Bonham 2430 Albert Broadfoot St. Bonham, TX Services - Sundays 10:15 a.m.
Leonard First Assembly of God, 108 Pecan Leonard, Texas 469-450-9777
Allen’s Point Baptist Church 310 CR 2775 Honey Grove, TX 75446 903378-7038
Bailey Bible Baptist Church 205 Leslie Bailey, Texas 75413
Bethlehem Baptist Church “The House of Bread” 1415 Franklin Avenue, Bonham, TX 7541 Office: 903-583-8061
Bois D’Arc Creek Cowboy Church Hwy 121 & Edhube Road 903-583-1671
Boyd Baptist Church 3707 St. Hwy. 78 N Bonham, Texas Phone (903) 583-7288
Calvary Baptist Church 913 S. 5th St Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-3910
Central Baptist Church (Fundmental, Independent) 709 Union Ave. Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 505-4124
Ivanhoe Baptist Church 4063 NO.FM 273 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 (903)583-2359
Lamasco Baptist Church 346 CR 2615 Telephone, Texas 75488
Corinth Baptist Church 277 CR 1150 N. 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
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) 583-0732
First Baptist Church of Bonham 710 N. Center Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-0732
First Baptist Church of Dodd City PO Box 47 Dodd City, Texas 75438-0047 (903)583-4465
First Baptist Church of Honey Grove PO Box 124 Honey Grove, Texas 75446 (903)378-2768
First Baptist Church of Ladonia 301 East Main Ladonia, Texas 75449-100 (903)367-7038
First Baptist Church of Leonard 100 East Thomas St. [PO Box 1146] Leonard, TX 75452 (903) 587-2250
First Baptist Church of Pecan Gap PO Box 100 Pecan Gap, Texas 75469 (903)359-6683
First Baptist Church of Randolph PO Box 14 Randolph, Texas 75475 (903)583-6900
First Baptist Church of Savoy .O. Box 177 Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) 965-4160
First Baptist Church of Trenton PO Box 157 Trenton, Texas 75490 (903)989-2319
First Fannin Baptist Hispanic Church Rt. 4 Box 10 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-5727
Gober Baptist Church P.O. Box 82 Wolfe City, Texas 75496 (903) 583-2378
Grace Reformed Baptist Church 2800 10th St Honey Grove TX gracerbcbonham.com
Little Bethel Baptist Church PO Box 63 Ladonia, Texas 75449 Phone (903)367-7708
Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Rt 1 Box 101B, PO Box 73, Ladonia, Texas 75449 Phone (903)367-7009
New Home Baptist Church 1300 N Maple St. Bonham 903-583-4509
Joyful Light Baptist Church 4695 FM 2645 Savoy, TX 75418 903-436-5440
Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 1409 W. Market St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 (615) 448-8802
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
Sandy Baptist Church Ravenna, Texas 75476 (903) 583-9546
Seventh & Main Baptist Church 617 N. Main Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-8679
Rising Son Cowboy Church 1526 CR 2010 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-640-3377
Sovereign Grace Baptist Church 601 S. 4th St. Bonham, TX 469-207-1141
Telephone Baptist Church located on FM 273 in Telephone Office phone: 903-664-2377
Primera Iglesia Baustia Hispana 1134 FM 273 Bonham, Texas 75418 903-583-5727
Trinity Baptist Church 219 W. Denison Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-3388
Valley Creek Baptist Church 3615 FM 896, Leonard, TX 75452 903-587-2386
Westside Baptist Church 912 W. Commerce St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 903-249-2987
Windom Baptist Church 203 1st Street Windom, TX 75492 (903) 623-2215
Wild Horse Creek Cowboy Church 2992 CR 2285 Telephone, Texas 75488 903-486-1630
OBITUARIES
We think of you in silence, We often speak your name, But all we have are memories, And your picture in a frame.
Patsy Ruth Szalay
Patsy Ruth Szalay, 87, of Honey Grove, Texas, passed away peacefully on October 20, 2025, at Texoma Medical Center in Denison, surrounded by her loving family. Born on August 30, 1938, in Honey Grove, Texas, Pat was the cherished daughter of Alfred and Mildred (McCleary) Blair.
Pasty dedicated over 20 years as a devoted member of the Wesley United Methodist Church of Rockwall. Her spirit extended beyond her faith as she participated actively in the community, as a member of the Red Hat Ladies and the Art League in Rockwall. Known for her artistic talent, she had her work displayed at the Museum of Biblical Art in Dallas and the Bonham Creative Arts Center. For the past five years, Pat resided at the Wesley House in Bonham, where she formed friendships and was loved by all who knew her. Pat is preceded in death by her parents, Alfred and Mildred Blair, and grandson David Whitman. She is survived by her son, Steve Eaton and wife Leesa of Greenville, Texas, daughters Debbie Wright and husband Gary of Windom, Texas, and Kelly Whitman of Bonham, Texas, along with numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren who will carry her memory forward.
A Celebration of Life was held at Westside Baptist Church in Honey Grove on Friday, October 24, 2025, at 2:00 PM. Bro. Terry Paul Cunningham officiated the service. Arrangements are under the direction of Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home.
Jerry William Gay
Jerry William Gay, 83, of Bonham, Texas, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2025, surrounded by his family.
Jerry was born on October 18, 1941, in Akron, Ohio, to Jewel and Lois Gay. He graduated from the University of North Texas in 1965 with a degree in accounting and was a certified public accountant for 60 years. He was active in the local community, serving on Bonham City Council for several years. In 1962, he married Doretha Baker, and together they raised two children.
Jerry was honest and plain spoken, with a quick wit, and was loved and respected by all who were fortunate enough to know him. He loved tinkering on cars and could fix anything. His hobbies included golf, playing poker with his friends, and maintaining a perfect lawn. He was a devout Dallas Cowboys fan, and was a season ticket holder since 1965. He loved to travel and often spoke fondly of his two summers working at Yosemite National Park. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Doretha; his children, Jason Gay, and Dr. Madelyn Gay Morris; daughter-in-law, Denise Gay and son-in-law, Dr. Michael Morris; two grandchildren, Kelly Jack and Julian Gambrel; and his brothers, Ed Gay and Barry Gay, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
To leave an online condolence or share a memory, visit www.coopersorrells.com
George Henry Hughes
A graveside service for George Henry Hughes of Dodd City, was held on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at Willow Wild Cemetery at 2pm. Arrangements are under the direction of Wise Funeral Home. His grandson, Chris Hughes, honored his grandfather by officiating the service. George passed away on October 19, 2025 at Seven Oaks Nursing Home in Bonham.
George was born July 4, 1939 in Glenwood, Arkansas, the son of Charlie and Jeanie Hughes. He graduated from Ector High School in 1957. George married the love of his life, Barbara Jo Owen, in 1958. He worked for General Cable for many decades. George loved spending time with family and enjoyed becoming a greatgrandfather. He is preceded in death by his parents.
George leaves to cherish his memories, three sons, Gary Hughes and wife, Rhonda, Greg Hughes and wife, Kathy, Steven Hughes and wife, Delicia, all of Bonham, TX, 10 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and one on the way, extended family and friends.
Patsy Ann Richardson
Patsy Ann Richardson, a ray of love and sunshine in her community, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2025, at the age of 61. Born on October 12, 1964, to Jody and Roy McMillan, Patsy’s life was a tapestry of devotion to her family, her students, and the joy of lifelong learning. Arrangements are under the direction of Wise Funeral Home.
A proud graduate of Bonham High School in 1983, Patsy’s pursuit of education led her to attain a bachelor’s degree from Stephen F. Austin University where she was President at Sigma Kappa. She went on to pursue her master’s degree at Southeastern University. Her academic journey was a testament to her intelligence and dedication, qualities that she would later instill in countless students throughout her esteemed career. For 27 years, Patsy served the Bonham Independent School District with unwavering commitment as both a teacher and counselor. Her influence extended to the Wyndham school district located at the Buster Cole Unit , where she enriched the lives of students and staff for an additional seven years.
Patsy was a woman known for her loving and friendly nature, always opening her home and heart to those around her. Her laughter was infectious, and her ability to host gatherings was unparalleled. Whether it was twirling or preparing her home for a holiday party, Patsy’s skills brought joy and celebration to all who knew her. Her retirement years were a time of contentment and joy, as she embraced the role of Grammy, adoring every moment spent with her beloved grandchildren.
Her love for her family was matched only by her passion for gardening and canning, hobbies that allowed her to share the fruits of her labor with friends and neighbors. Patsy never turned down a crossword puzzle or piece of cheese, especially while she made handmade Christmas stockings for the family. She also had a fondness for cats. She delighted in their quiet presence. Patsy was a devoted member of the First Christian Church. She loved the Lord with all of her heart.
In 1989, Patsy married Mike Richardson, the love of her life. Their union was a partnership of mutual respect and affection, a true example of love in its purest form.
Patsy is preceded in death by her parents, Roy and Jody McMillan, brothers, David McMillan, Marty McMillan, and son-in-law, Ty Fry.
She is survived by husband, Mike Richardson, children, Chad Richardson and wife Amanda, Nikki Clarke and husband Chris, Audrey Fry, grandchildren, Ethan, Sydnee, Brayleigh, Ledger, Kellen, uncle, Ben Lawrence and wife Carolyn, sister-in-law, Kay Gray, and nieces, Kim and Jamie.
A celebration of life was held on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 2pm at Wise Funeral Home Chapel.
God’s Garden
God looked around His garden And found an empty place. He then looked down upon the earth And saw your tired face. He put His arms around you And lifted you to rest. God’s garden must be beautiful He always takes the best. He saw the road was getting rough And the hills were hard to climb, So He closed your weary eyelids And whispered “Peace be thine.” It broke our hearts to lose you But you didn’t go alone, For part of us went with you The day God called you home.
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The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: He leadeth me beside the still waters.
He restoreth my soul: He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; Thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: Thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life:
And I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.
Ballot Language for the November 4, 2025 Constitutional Amendment Election
Proposition 1 - SJR 59
"The constitutional amendment providing for the creation of the permanent technical institution infrastructure fund and the available workforce education fund to support the capital needs of educational programs offered by the Texas State Technical College System."
Proposition 2 - SJR 18
"The constitutional amendment prohibiting the imposition of a tax on the realized or unrealized capital gains of an individual, family, estate, or trust."
Proposition 3 - SJR 5
"The constitutional amendment requiring the denial of bail under certain circumstances to persons accused of certain offenses punishable as a felony."
Proposition 4 - HJR 7
"The constitutional amendment to dedicate a portion of the revenue derived from state sales and use taxes to the Texas water fund and to provide for the allocation and use of that revenue."
Proposition 5 - HJR 99
"The constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation tangible personal property consisting of animal feed held by the owner of the property for sale at retail."
Proposition 6 - HJR 4
"The constitutional amendment prohibiting the legislature from enacting a law imposing an occupation tax on certain entities that enter into transactions conveying securities or imposing a tax on certain securities transactions."
Proposition 7 - HJR 133
"The constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of all or part of the market value of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a veteran who died as a result of a condition or disease that is presumed under federal law to have been service-connected."
Proposition 8 - HJR 2
"The constitutional amendment to prohibit the legislature from imposing death taxes applicable to a decedent's property or the transfer of an estate, inheritance, legacy, succession, or gift."
Proposition 9 - HJR 1
"The constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation a portion of the market value of tangible personal property a person
Fossil Day Celebration at the New Park
Press Release - This month’s National Fossil Day Celebration drew fossil hunters of all ages to the new Ladonia Fossil Park (which was opened temporarily for the event). Attendees had the opportunity to check out
Bois d’Arc EXCELLENT. Normal stain; 80 degrees; 1.80 below pool. Morning bass bite is good with topwaters like poppers, frogs and buzz baits around pond weed 1-4 feet of water. Squarebill crankbaits and chatterbaits are good on and around shallow pond dams and some points. Some schooling bass are popping up in the flats. There is a good bite in 4-8 feet of water on timber with Viper XP jigs and Texas rigs. Cooper GOOD. Water stained; 78 degrees; 3.07 feet below pool. Crappie are good with some fish still shallow in 2-6 feet of water at the base of trees, and some fish have transitioned to the creek channels in 15-20 feet of water. Minnows are preferred over jigs. Lavon FAIR. Water stained; 86 degrees; 2.94 feet below pool. Crappie are in 10-20 feet on brush timber and standing timber with minnows and jigs. White bass are very active until 9 a.m. in 10-20 feet of water. Check every main lake point until you land on a school. The best bite is on white or chartreuse 1 ounce slabs. Ray Roberts FAIR. Water slightly stained; 82 degrees; 1.47 feet below pool. Crappie are good on brush piles in 20-28 feet of water, or timber in 6-8 or 12-18 feet of water. Use live minnows or natural bait colored jigs. Largemouth bass are good with buzz baits and topwater lures. Target offshore rocks in 16-22 feet of water, or shallow vegetation and cover with spinnerbaits, chatterbaits, or swimbaits. Channel catfish are good on baited holes. Blue catfish can be caught on flats with 18-24 feet of water with cut bait. Sand bass are fair on humps with live bait, or slabs.
Tawakoni GOOD. Water lightly stained; 80 degrees; 1.35 feet below pool. Lake Tawakoni continues to fish well as we begin to see the first signs of the lake turning into some fall patterns. The hybrid striper and white bass bite are good. The fish are moving hard looking for good pockets of water. Fish main lake points in 8-15 feet using inline spinners and slab spoons. Texoma GOOD. Water stained; 80 degrees; 0.68 feet above pool. Striper are good on live shad, topwaters will work on the overcast days. Watch for gulls to arrive and egrets along the banks. We are fishing 20-35 feet of water on ledges and the backs of creeks. Fish will move shallow as it cools off. Catfish are good and will improve with these cooler nights in the forecast. Big fish are roaming deep flats and deep coves in 40-60 feet of water off the river channels. Eater channels are stacked on baited holes in 18-25 feet of water in the backs of creek channels off flats. Crappie are active in brush in 8-15 feet of water using jigs and minnows. Look near coves and flats near structure. Bigger fish are roaming near docks and structure. Look for largemouth and smallmouth bass to be active in the backs of coves and creek channels early and late in the day. Fish are stacked off the banks on brush and structure in 6-15 feet of water. White swim jigs and hard baits for a reaction. We will be dealing with a second shad spawn with the cooler temps.
owns that is held or used for the production of income."
Proposition 10 - SJR 84
"The constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to provide for a temporary exemption from ad valorem taxation of the appraised value of an improvement to a residence homestead that is completely destroyed by a fire."
Proposition 11 - SJR 85
"The constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to increase the amount of the exemption from ad valorem taxation by a school district of the market value of the residence homestead of a person who is elderly or disabled."
Proposition 12 - SJR 27
"The constitutional amendment regarding the membership of the State Commission on Judicial Conduct, the membership of the tribunal
displays of fossils that have been found in and around the North Sulphur River and talk with the pros to identify their own finds. Ladonia Chamber of Commerce and Dallas Paleontological Society helped organize and support the festivities.
The new, permanent fossil park is just downstream of the Leon Hurse Dam, close to where Baker Creek flows into the North Sulphur River. The Baker Creek watershed spans approximately 22 square miles, and both Baker and McClure Creeks
to review the commission's recommendations, and the authority of the commission, the tribunal, and the Texas Supreme Court to more effectively sanction judges and justices for judicial misconduct."
Proposition 13 - SJR 2
"The constitutional amendment to increase the amount of the exemption of residence homesteads from ad valorem taxation by a school district from $100,000 to $140,000."
Proposition 14 - SJR 3
"The constitutional amendment providing for the establishment of the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas, establishing the Dementia Prevention and Research Fund to provide money for research on and prevention and treatment of dementia, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and related disorders in this
state, and transferring to that fund $3 billion from state general revenue."
Proposition 15 - SJR 34
"The constitutional amendment affirming that parents are the primary decision makers for their children."
Proposition 16 - SJR 37
"The constitutional amendment clarifying that a voter must be a United States citizen."
Proposition 17 - HJR 34
"The constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the amount of the market value of real property located in a county that borders the United Mexican States that arises from the installation or construction on the property of border security infrastructure and related improvements."
will continue to flow naturally into the North Sulphur River, facilitating the discovery of new fossils at the park over time. During periods of heavy rain, additional water may also flow over the Leon Hurse Dam spillway. The following map highlights where these creeks connect to the river and the location of the new Fossil Park. The park is still under construction and not yet open to the public. It is scheduled to open permanently later this year or in early 2026. More about the new park: https://utrwd. com/?na=view&id=56
Texas/Fannin County Justice Of The Peace Job Responsibilities
A Continuing Series Of Informing The Public On Elected Officials and County Functions
Source - Texas Justice of the Peace Training Center Online
CRIMINAL LAW
►Pre Judgment
•Pleas
•Warrants and Violate Promise to Appear & Failure to Appear
•Dismissals
•Deferred Disposition & Driver Safety Course
•Bond Forfeiture Proceedings (Civil)
►Post Judgment
•Noncompliant Defendants
•Capias Pro Fine
►Indigency
►Traffic Offenses
•Commercial Motor Vehicles & Commercial Driver’s License
Laws
►Non Traffic Penal Code Offenses
►Juvenile Law
•Tobacco; Minor Alcohol Offenses; Traffic Offenses as a Juvenile; School Offenses (Non-Truancy)
►Parent Contributing to Non-Attendance
►Parks and Wildlife Offenses
•Fishing. Hunting, & Boating
►Appeals
►Magistration Duties
•Jail Magistrate
-Explaining Rights
-Mental Health Assessments
-Appointment of Counsel
-Foreign Consulate Notification
-Setting Bail and Bond Conditions
-Bond Revocation Hearings
-Emergency Protective Orders
•Search and Arrest Warrants
-Blood Sear Waarrants
•Peace Bonds
CIVIL LAW
►Statements of Inability to Afford Payment of
Court Costs
►Pleadings
►Pretrial Motions
•Jurisdictional Issues
•Pretrial Writs
•Writs of Sequestration & Attachment
►Default Judgments
►Discovery
►Appeals
►Post Judgment Remedies
•Writs of Garnishment
•Writs of Execution
•Turnover Orders and Receivership
►Debt Claim
►Small Claims
►Evictions and Landlord/Tenant Issues
•Residential Evictions
•Commercial Evictions
•Manufactured Home Evictions
•Writs of Reentry & Writs of Restoration
►Repair and Remedy Cases
►Writs of Retrieval
►Bankruptcy Issues
►Service member Civil Relief Act
Precinct 1 Justice of the Peace
Judge Louise Goodwater 101 E. Sam Rayburn Dr. Ste. 109 Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-7489
Email: jp1@fanninco.net
Precinct 2 Justice of the Peace
Judge Paul Thomas Ivy 111 W. Collins Leonard, TX 75452 903-587-2846
Email: jp2@fanninco.net
Precinct 3 Justice of the Peace
Judge Kenny Karl 711 State Hwy 56 Windom, TX 75492
903-378-0015
Email: jp3@fanninco.net
OTHER LAW
►Administrative Hearings
•Animal Cruelty
•Handgun Denial/Suspension
•Driver License Suspension Hearings
•Dangerous Dogs
•Disposition of Stolen Property
•Disposition of Seized Weapons
•Occupational Driver’s License (Civil)
•Tow Hearings
•Environmental Hearings (public nuisance)
►Contempt
►Trial Procedure
•Criminal
•Civil
•Jury
•Bench
►Evidence
•Criminal Use
•Civil Use
►Inquests
•Criminal
•Civil
•Jury
•Bench
•Criminal Use
•Civil Use
►Truancy
Considering the Best Road System for Fannin County
By Emily Rodriguez-Zuniga, County Judge Intern
Fannin County, home to about 38,650 residents (2024 estimate), continues to face familiar road challenges, potholes, drainage issues, and questions about how public funds are spent. The concern is not about effort, but about structure. How should the county organize road maintenance to serve residents most effectively?
Currently, Fannin County uses the precinct system. Each of the four county commissioners manages a separate road crew, equipment, and budget. Supporters of this model say it allows commissioners to respond quickly to local concerns and maintain close relationships with residents. However, the same structure can also create uneven service levels between precincts, and limited opportunities for shared planning.
An alternative is the Unit Road System that is used in at least 64 Texas counties. Under this system, the Commissioners Court sets policy, with a professional County Engineer or Road Administrator overseeing the daily operations for the entire county. Advocates say it improves consistency, reduces overlap, and allows for cooperation and long-term planning. Yet this approach also comes with its own questions. Would the initial transition costs outweigh the savings? Could smaller counties like Fannin afford to hire and retain a full-time engineer?
Economic considerations matter. The average salary for a County Engineer in Texas ranges from $80,000 to $95,000 per year, not including benefits. While this cost might be offset by reduced duplication and more efficient use of equipment, it still represents a significant commitment of taxpayer funds.
Other counties have made different choices based on their size and needs. Crosby County (population ≈ 5,100) adopted the unit system to stretch limited resources, while Collin County (≈ 1.25 million residents) uses it to manage complex infrastructure. Whether Fannin County should follow suit depends on the County's priorities, local responsiveness or centralized efficiency The question is not simply which system is better, but which system fits Fannin County’s needs, budget, and long-term goals for road maintenance and accountability.
Citizens Organizing for Resources and Environment (CORE) is Reorganizing
Press Release - Citizens Organizing for Resources and Environment (CORE) organized in November 2006 in response to the coal-fired power plant that TXU was requesting to build at Savoy, Texas. Nathan Melson of Sloans Creek Farm in Dodd City and Scott Lipsett of Wildscape Acres in Ravenna had discussed starting grassroots organization to address issues affecting the resources and environment in our area, so when the coal plant issue surfaced, Scott decided the time was right. The ‘fast tracking’ of the permitting process was a particular concern. On Nov. 2nd 2012 he called an open meeting at his home to see if there was enough interest to proceed.
Without hesitation, all those who attended voted to form CORE, named officers, and set the date for their next meeting. By way of public meetings and forums paneled with credible and knowledgeable speakers, CORE began its mission to educate the public with facts about the likely negative impact of a coal-fired plant in our area and with information on how to have a voice in the permitting process. In 2012, Citizens Organizing for Resources and Environment (CORE) was credited with helping prevent the construction of a new coal-fired power plant in Fannin County, Texas. The organization, which formed in 2006 to oppose a local coal plant, later helped stop six different coal plant proposals across the state. Once COVID started due to limited capacity to meet, CORE became inactive until it was decided that the need and the time has come to work on re-establishing it’s mission. As a result, there will be a meeting at Steve Crump’s house at 1702 Beavers Point, Bonham Texas 75418 on 11-02-25 at 1pm. Steve has been in Fannin County the past 13 years and recently retired in 2024. We invite any county residents interested to attend including county and city officials as well as businesses that would be interested in our cause. You can reach Steve by email @ steve.crump.ms@gmail.com or leave a text message at 214-927-9992 On a positive note, many counties in the state HAVE been organized individually and together coming together as a coalition. Texans for Responsible Aggregate Mining (TRAM found at tram.org). They have a very wide focus that each county developed in their own way. They seek to address and change inadequate TCEQ regulations that all counties must abide by in regards to:
Fannin County Food Sources
TRAM organized in 2019 and have 26 member groups that represents 46 counties that includes 40% of the state population.
Fannin County Criminal District Attorney John Skotnik
Fannin County Commissioners Contact Information
Fannin County Judge Newt Cunningham Fannin County Courthouse 903-583-7455
Precinct 1
Commissioner Troy Waggoner
Pct. Barn Location: 8865 Highway 56 W (2 miles east of Savoy) Savoy, Texas 75479
Phone: 903-965-7030
Email Address: twaggoner@fanninco.net
Precinct 2
Commissioner A.J. Self
Pct. Barn Location: 500 N. Highway 69 Leonard, Texas 75452
Phone: 903-587-3455
Email Address: aself@fanninco.net
Precinct 3
Commissioner
Kurt Fogelberg
Pct. Barn Location: 18101 East FM 1396 (Just off Hwy 82) Honey Grove, Texas 75446
Phone: 903-378-2941
Email Address: precinct3@fanninco.net
Precinct 4
Commissioner
Doug Kopf
Pct. Barn Location: 1369 East Highway 56 Bonham, Texas 75418
Phone: 903-583-2039
Email Address: dkopf@fanninco.net
PRESS RELEASE
Trevor Anderson, 25, of Sherman, pled guilty to Violation of Bond Conditions in a family violence offense 2 times or more within 12 months and was sentenced to the maximum of 20 years in prison.
On December 4, 2024, Anderson was released on bond in a family violence case from November of that year. Conditions of his bond intended to protect the victim prohibited him from being near or contacting her. By January of 2025, investigation by Deputy Jon McCann of the Fannin County Sheriff’s Office proved Anderson was repeatedly sending threatening messages to the victim via email and CashApp, saying he was going to choke her, assault her children, wished she would get raped, and that he was “on my way over there be ready...when I break every
HHSC Highlights Substance Use Prevention Resources for Red Ribbon Week
AUSTIN – The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is observing Red Ribbon Week Oct. 23–31 by highlighting resources that encourage youth to make safe, healthy choices and live drug-free.
“Red Ribbon Week is a powerful reminder that prevention starts with education, awareness and community support,” said Trina K. Ita, deputy executive commissioner of HHSC Behavioral Health Services. “We are committed to creating safe and supportive environments where people — especially our youth — feel empowered to choose drug-free lifestyles.”
HHSC offers support for anyone struggling with substance use through several programs:
●Texas Targeted Opioid Response offers videos on how to speak with friends or family about opioid misuse, information on the overdose reversal medication naloxone, and other resources.
●The Turn To campaign offers guidance for people seeking help for themselves, a friend or family member, or their community to overcome mental health challenges.
●Prevention and Behavioral Health Promotion provides substance use preventive strategies, resources and support through multiple partnerships and programs.
●The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides free and confidential support for anyone experiencing mental healthrelated distress, as well as their loved ones. Help is available 24/7 by calling or texting 988.
●Veterans can call 988 and press 1 to access the Veterans Crisis Line. Additional resources are available on the HHSC Mental Health Program for Veterans webpage.
For more information on resources available to adults and youth, visit the HHSC Mental Health and Substance Use webpage.
bone you have u see”. Anderson went on to say, “...all you can do is block me you can’t fight...I promise I’ll squeeze tf out your throat”. Warrants for Anderson’s arrest were obtained and he was jailed on February 5, 2025, where he has remained until today’s plea and he is awaiting transfer to TDCJ.
“The victim in this case might not have been able to fight a full grown man, but law enforcement and the District Attorney can and did step up for her, “ said Nathan Young who prosecuted the case. “With this maximum sentence we are getting him away from her and those children for a long time, that’s the most important thing.”
Fannin County Law Library Online
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The direct link is https://www. co.fannin.tx.us/ page/fannin. law.library. The Library’s pri
mary purpose is to provide public access to laws affecting Fannin County citizens, residents and visitors. Those laws include applicable federal and state, constitutions, statutes, regulations, court decisions, and Fannin County ordinances. The Library also includes legal forms and links to other websites including those of other government agencies, courts, bar associations, legal aid services, and law libraries which have information that might be useful. The information provided through the Library website is not legal advice and does not take the place of talking to a licensed attorney. The information may not be complete and will be periodically updated.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR HISTORIC OVERLAY DISTRICT DESIGNATION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS, THAT:
The City of Leonard Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a Public Hearing, on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at 6:30 P.M.; and if approved by the Commission, the City Council for the City of Leonard will conduct a Public Hearing on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at 6:30 P.M. at the Leonard City Hall Council Chambers located at 111 West Collin Street, Leonard, Texas giving all interested persons the right to appear and be heard on the designation of a Historic Overlay District. Of all said matters and things, all persons interested in the things and matters herein mentioned will take notice.
The City of Leonard (“the City”) is pursuing a Historic Overlay District for its (C1) Commercial District, commonly referred to as the “Downtown Area”.
A map and detailed information on the proposed Historic Overlay District are available at City Hall and on the city website www.cityofleonard.net
Designation of historic overlay district. The Historic Overlay District is designated as the lots, tracts, and parcels of land that are located adjacent to and within one hundred (100) feet of the following street Rights-of-Way:
(1) Collin Street from Connett Street to Main Street
(2) Connett Street from Collin Street to Fannin Street
(3) Fannin Street from Connett Street to Main Street
(4) Main Street from Collin Street to Fannin Street
If any portion of a lot, tract, or parcel is located within one hundred (100) feet from one of the above-referenced street Rights-of-Way, the entire limits of the property shall be considered to be located within the Historic Overlay District.
In accordance with state law, the City has provided property owners directly impacted by this Ordinance with a Statement of Impact.
Waterfowl Hunters: Help Stop the Spread of Invasive Species
AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) encourages waterfowl hunters to take action to protect Texas water bodies from the spread of
aquatic invasive species like zebra mussels and giant salvinia that can degrade waterfowl habitats and block access.
PUBLIC NOTICE
The City of Ector has received a request to rezone the property located at 203 S Oak (Property ID: 138128, Geo ISD: 0867-073-002A-06) from Commercial to Single Family Residential. Anyone having an objection, question, or comment is asked to contact Ector City Hall in writing before Tuesday, November 11, 2025 as this request will be on the City Council agenda for the November meeting.
Hunters can make a difference to help protect waterfowl and the hunting experience by simply taking a few minutes to clean, drain and dry their boats and equipment, including decoys and other hunting gear, before traveling from lake to lake. These simple steps help keep these invasive species from spreading to new waters.
Aquatic invasive plants can easily become entangled or trapped on boats and boat trailers or even tow vehicles and be moved to other lakes. Hunters should also make sure they aren’t inadvertently carrying invasive species on
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
10/28/25
Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Loyd Dean Ham, Deceased, were granted to the undersigned on the 17th of June, 2025 by the County Court at Law of Fannin County, Texas.
All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are hereby required to present the same to PR-2023-13272 within the time prescribed by law.
My address is Benjamin Michael Ham, Independent Executor, Estate of Loyd Dean Ham, Deceased, c/o A. Jared Aldinger, Schorr Law Firm, P.C. 328 W. Interstate 30, Garland, Texas 75043. Independent Administrator of the Estate of Loyd Dean Ham, Deceased. CAUSE NO. PR-2023-13272
other equipment like waders, decoys, decoy bags and marsh sleds by cleaning, draining and drying this equipment as well. A video to help hunters learn how to properly clean, drain and dry their gear can be found on the TPWD YouTube Channel.
Giant salvinia, a highly invasive, free-floating aquatic fern that can double its coverage area in a week, can produce thick surface mats that impact the ecosystem and aquatic life and make access for hunting, fishing, boating, swimming and other water recreation nearly impossible. It only takes a single fragment moved to a new lake to cause a new infestation.
“Giant salvinia is often thought of as a plant that blocks recreational access for anglers and boaters, but it can cause serious problems for waterfowl hunters too,” said John Findeisen, TPWD aquatic habitat enhancement team lead. “Not only does it form thick mats that block hunters’ access to prime waterfowl hunting areas,
but it can also outgrow and replace the native plants that waterfowl rely on for food and habitat.”
Giant salvinia is currently present on 28 East Texas lakes and numerous rivers, creeks and marshes largely between Houston and Beaumont. However, other invasive plants are present in many other lakes, and it is important to be vigilant and clean, drain, dry when leaving any water body.
Zebra mussels, non-native shellfish that attach to hard surfaces, pose a significant threat to our lakes and our economy. These invasive mussels cause costly damage to boats and infrastructure for water supply and control, alter lake ecosystems and cause harm to native aquatic life. They also litter shorelines with hazardous, sharp shells that impact lakefront recreation.
“Waterfowl hunters can help keep invasive mussels and aquatic plants, that may also have mussels attached, from being moved and harming more lakes by taking a few minutes to remove mud, plants and debris from boats, along with draining all water before
TEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
10/28/25
NOTICE OF RECEIPT OF APPLICATION AND INTENT TO OBTAIN WATER QUALITY PERMIT RENEWAL
PERMIT NO. WQ0013584001
APPLICATION. City of Bailey, P.O. Box 159, Bailey, Texas 75413, has applied to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to renew Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) Permit No. WQ0013584001 (EPA I.D. No. TX0107719) to authorize the discharge of treated wastewater at a volume not to exceed a daily average flow of 26,000 gallons per day. The domestic wastewater treatment facility is located approximately 3,000 feet southwest of the intersection of State Highway 11 and State Highway 78, near the city of Bailey, in Fannin County, Texas 75413. The discharge route is from the plant site via pipe to an unnamed tributary of Loring Creek, thence to Loring Creek, thence to Spring Creek, thence to Upper South Sulphur River. TCEQ received this application on September 30, 2025. The permit application will be available for viewing and copying at Bailey City Hall, Foyer, 103 North Main Street, Bailey, in Fannin County, Texas prior to the date this notice is published in the newspaper. The application, including any updates, and associated notices are available electronically at the following webpage: https://www.tceq.texas.gov/permitting/wastewater/pending-permits/tpdes-applications. This link to an electronic map of the site or facility’s general location is provided as a public courtesy and not part of the application or notice. For the exact location, refer to the application. https://gisweb.tceq.texas.gov/LocationMapper/?marker=-96.166666,33.423611&level=18
ADDITIONAL NOTICE. TCEQ’s Executive Director has determined the application is administratively complete and will conduct a technical review of the application. After technical review of the application is complete, the Executive Director may prepare a draft permit and will issue a preliminary decision on the application. Notice of the Application and Preliminary Decision will be published and mailed to those who are on the countywide mailing list and to those who are on the mailing list for this application. That notice will contain the deadline for submitting public comments.
PUBLIC COMMENT / PUBLIC MEETING. You may submit public comments or request a public meeting on this application. The purpose of a public meeting is to provide the opportunity to submit comments or to ask questions about the application. TCEQ will hold a public meeting if the Executive Director determines that there is a significant degree of public interest in the application or if requested by a local legislator. A public meeting is not a contested case hearing.
OPPORTUNITY FOR A CONTESTED CASE HEARING. After the deadline for submitting public comments, the Executive Director will consider all timely comments and prepare a response to all relevant and material, or significant public comments. Unless the application is directly referred for a contested case hearing, the response to comments, and the Executive Director’s decision on the application, will be mailed to everyone who submitted public comments and to those persons who are on the mailing list for this application. If comments are received, the mailing will also provide instructions for requesting reconsideration of the Executive Director’s decision and for requesting a contested case hearing. A contested case hearing is a legal proceeding similar to a civil trial in state district court.
TO REQUEST A CONTESTED CASE HEARING, YOU MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS IN YOUR REQUEST: your name, address, phone number; applicant’s name and proposed permit number; the location and distance of your property/activities relative to the proposed facility; a specific description of how you would be adversely affected by the facility in a way not common to the general public; a list of all disputed issues of fact that you submit during the comment period and, the statement “[I/we] request a contested case hearing.” If the request for contested case hearing is filed on behalf of a group or association, the request must designate the group’s representative for receiving future correspondence; identify by name and physical address an individual member of the group who would be adversely affected by the proposed facility or activity; provide the information discussed above regarding the affected member’s location and distance from the facility or activity; explain how and why the member would be affected; and explain how the interests the group seeks to protect are relevant to the group’s purpose.
Following the close of all applicable comment and request periods, the Executive Director will forward the application and any requests for reconsideration or for a contested case hearing to the TCEQ Commissioners for their consideration at a scheduled Commission meeting.
The Commission may only grant a request for a contested case hearing on issues the requestor submitted in their timely comments that were not subsequently withdrawn. If a hearing is granted, the subject of a hearing will be limited to disputed issues of fact or mixed questions of fact and law relating to relevant and material water quality concerns submitted during the comment period.
TCEQ may act on an application to renew a permit for discharge of wastewater without providing an opportunity for a contested case hearing if certain criteria are met.
MAILING LIST. If you submit public comments, a request for a contested case hearing or a reconsideration of the Executive Director’s decision, you will be added to the mailing list for this specific application to receive future public notices mailed by the Office of the Chief Clerk. In addition, you may request to be placed on: (1) the permanent mailing list for a specific applicant name and permit number; and/ or (2) the mailing list for a specific county. If you wish to be placed on the permanent and/or the county mailing list, clearly specify which list(s) and send your request to TCEQ Office of the Chief Clerk at the address below.
INFORMATION AVAILABLE ONLINE. For details about the status of the application, visit the Commissioners’ Integrated Database at www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/cid. Search the database using the permit number for this application, which is provided at the top of this notice.
AGENCY CONTACTS AND INFORMATION. All public comments and requests must be submitted either electronically at https://www14.tceq.texas.gov/epic/eComment/, or in writing to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Office of the Chief Clerk, MC-105, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087. Please be aware that any contact information you provide, including your name, phone number, email address and physical address will become part of the agency’s public record. For more information about this permit application or the permitting process, please call the TCEQ Public Education Program, TollFree, at 1-800-687-4040 or visit their website at www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/pep. Si desea información en Español, puede llamar al 1-800-687-4040.
Further information may also be obtained from City of Bailey at the address stated above or by calling Ms. Brittany Hibdon, City Secretary, at 903-583-6111
Issuance Date: October 20, 2025
leaving the lake and allowing everything to dry completely afterward before traveling to a new location,” said Monica McGarrity, TPWD senior scientist for aquatic invasive species. “Taking just a few minutes for these simple steps can help prevent impacts on ecosystems, infrastructure and recreation, and make a huge difference in our efforts to protect and preserve Texas lakes for current and future generations.”
Zebra mussels are now found in 39 Texas lakes across seven river basins, as well as in reaches downstream of infested lakes. TPWD and partners monitor numerous at-risk lakes around the state for early detection of zebra and closely related quagga mussels. Once they’ve been introduced and established in a lake, nothing can be done to control or eradicate them. On top of the harm invasive species cause aquatic ecosystems, water infrastructure and the recreational experience at lakes, the transport of these organisms can result in legal trouble for boaters.
Transporting prohibited aquatic invasive species in Texas is illegal and punishable with a fine of up to $500 per violation. It’s also the law that boaters must drain all water from their boat and onboard receptacles, including bait buckets, before leaving or approaching a body of fresh water. They must also remove all invasive plants from the boat, trailer and tow vehicle before leaving a lake.
TPWD and partners monitor for invasive species in Texas lakes, but need your help. Anyone who finds them in lakes where they haven’t been reported before — or who spots them on boats, trailers or equipment being moved— can help identify and prevent new introductions by reporting the sighting of invasive species being moved to TPWD immediately at (512) 389-4848 or by emailing photos and location information for new invasions to aquaticinvasives@tpwd. texas.gov.
To learn more about giant salvinia, zebra mussels and other invasive species in Texas, visit tpwd.texas.gov/ StopInvasives.
Main Street Bonham Now Streaming On
By Tim Meek: Co-owner, of The Leader
The Historic Jefferson Highway is LIVE 24/7 on EarthCam. We have had over 120K views from all over the world! This unassuming view of Main Street is covered in history dating back to 1915. The view is on our website www.fannincountyleader.info and at the EarthCam website www. earthcam.com. Just type in Bonham and the feed will appear. Currently the stream is 1080p however we will be streaming in 4K soon. There will be a short ad, like all media there is advertising however EarthCam does compensate for advertising based on the number of hits. The Leader will collect that income and divide the money between the Children’s
We love our members and more members are needed (Age 18 and up)
Come join the Friends who support our seniors. Make new friends just like you! They use their time and talents to support senior activities and be a part of fund raisers. It will improve your social life and theirs. We meet at the Bonham Senior Citizens Center every 4th Monday of each month at 5:00 PM. (210 E 6th Street).Our local concert will be on Saturday October 25th at 6:00 PM. It will be our last local concert for the year so please bring your musical instrument and join us for a fun gospel concert followed by country and western. If you are unable to give of your time please consider a tax deductible donation. Questions: text Jan at 972-529-0282.
Submitted by Jan Johnson, President Friends of the of Bonham Senior Citizens Center
972-529-0282
Mail: 210 E 6th Street, Bonham, 75418
Fannin County Commissioners Contact Information
Fannin County Judge
Newt Cunningham Fannin County Courthouse 903-583-7455
Precinct 1
Commissioner
Troy Waggoner
Pct. Barn Location: 8865 Highway 56 W (2 miles east of Savoy) Savoy, Texas 75479
Phone: 903-965-7030
Email Address: twaggoner@fanninco.net
Precinct 2
Commissioner
A.J. Self
Pct. Barn Location: 500 N. Highway 69 Leonard, Texas 75452
Phone: 903-587-3455
Email Address: aself@fanninco.net
Precinct 3
Commissioner
Kurt Fogelberg
Pct. Barn Location: 18101 East FM 1396
(Just off Hwy 82) Honey Grove, Texas 75446
Phone: 903-378-2941
Email Address: precinct3@fanninco.net
Precinct 4
Commissioner
Doug Kopf
Pct. Barn Location: 1369 East Highway 56 Bonham, Texas 75418
Phone: 903-583-2039
Email Address: dkopf@fanninco.net
Center, The Family Life Center and Open Arms Shelter as a donation.
There is a QR code on our front page, and below this article, so you can scan with your phone and go straight to the stream. Based on my research, this is the first and only live stream in Bonham or Fannin County on EarthCam! This will put Bonham and Fannin County on the national media map due to the significance and history of the Jefferson Highway. Jefferson Highway Historic Site: Looking north on the historic Jefferson Highway, Main Street The Jefferson Highway was a highway stretching through the central United States from New Orleans, Louisiana, to Winnipeg, Manitoba in Canada. This is the Magnolia Oil Co. Gas Station. Construction on this
station began in 1917 and was completed in 1918. It was built specifically to service motorists traveling the Jefferson Highway. It has been partially restored and now is home of United Motor Garage. The Jefferson Highway was replaced with the new numbered US Highway system in the late 1920s.
The area was originally called Post Office Row, because the Post Office was there for 30 years, moving around 1885. Then the area began to be called “Panther Row” around 1895.
Although the origin of the name “Panther Row” is not documented, some think the name came from a whiskey with the name “Panther” sold at the saloon.
In the late 1800s these blocks were very busy with many stores. The Fannin County Court-
house built in 1888, partially destroyed by a fire in 1929 and recently restored dome is visable top right of the stream.
So, if you have family and friends out of town, stand at the corner of N. Main and E. 3rd street and in front of the historic gas station, look to south, toward The Leader’s office and wave!
EarthCam Stream Jefferson Highway Main St.Bonham, TX
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903-583-2877
We are currently looking for smiling faces who have a passion for working with children. Full-time and part-time positions available. Must be 18 or older and have a high school diploma. Apply in person.
LEGAL NOTICE
1/14/25
Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a BREWER’S LICENSE by PAMELA NEIGHBORS dba NEIGHBORS PLACE, LLC, to be located at 205 WEST THIRD STREET, BONHAM, FANNIN COUNTY, Texas. Officers of said Corporation, PAMELA NEIGHBORS, is the OWNER.
TEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
10/21/25
NOTICE OF RECEIPT OF APPLICATION AND INTENT TO OBTAIN WATER QUALITY PERMIT RENEWAL
PERMIT NO. WQ0010070001
APPLICATION. City of Bonham, 514 Chestnut Street, Bonham, Texas 75418, has applied to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to renew Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) Permit No. WQ0010070001 (EPA I.D. No. TX0021814) to authorize the discharge of treated wastewater at a volume not to exceed an annual average flow of 2,500,000 gallons per day. The domestic wastewater treatment facility is located at 2501 Seven Oaks Road, near the city of Bonham, in Fannin County, Texas 75418. The discharge route is from the plant site to Pig Branch; thence to Bois d’Arc Creek; thence to Red River Below Lake Texoma. TCEQ received this application on September 30, 2025. The permit application will be available for viewing and copying at Bonham City Hall, Foyer, 514 Chestnut Street, Bonham, in Fannin County, Texas prior to the date this notice is published in the newspaper. The application, including any updates, and associated notices are available electronically at the following webpage: https://www.tceq.texas.gov/permitting/wastewater/pending-permits/tpdes-applications. This link to an electronic map of the site or facility’s general location is provided as a public courtesy and not part of the application or notice. For the exact location, refer to the application. https://gisweb.tceq.texas.gov/LocationMapper/?marker=-96.155931,33.588952&level=18
ALTERNATIVE LANGUAGE NOTICE. Alternative language notice in Spanish is available at: https://www.tceq.texas.gov/permitting/wastewater/pending-permits/tpdes-applications. El aviso de idioma alternativo en español está disponible en https://www.tceq.texas.gov/permitting/wastewater/pending-permits/tpdes-applications.
ADDITIONAL NOTICE. TCEQ’s Executive Director has determined the application is administratively complete and will conduct a technical review of the application. After technical review of the application is complete, the Executive Director may prepare a draft permit and will issue a preliminary decision on the application. Notice of the Application and Preliminary Decision will be published and mailed to those who are on the county-wide mailing list and to those who are on the mailing list for this application. That notice will contain the deadline for submitting public comments.
PUBLIC COMMENT / PUBLIC MEETING. You may submit public comments or request a public meeting on this application. The purpose of a public meeting is to provide the opportunity to submit comments or to ask questions about the application. TCEQ will hold a public meeting if the Executive Director determines that there is a significant degree of public interest in the application or if requested by a local legislator. A public meeting is not a contested case hearing.
OPPORTUNITY FOR A CONTESTED CASE HEARING. After the deadline for submitting public comments, the Executive Director will consider all timely comments and prepare a response to all relevant and material, or significant public comments. Unless the application is directly referred for a contested case hearing, the response to comments, and the Executive Director’s decision on the application, will be mailed to everyone who submitted public comments and to those persons who are on the mailing list for this application. If comments are received, the mailing will also provide instructions for requesting reconsideration of the Executive Director’s decision and for requesting a contested case hearing. A contested case hearing is a legal proceeding similar to a civil trial in state district court.
TO REQUEST A CONTESTED CASE HEARING, YOU MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS IN YOUR REQUEST: your name, address, phone number; applicant’s name and proposed permit number; the location and distance of your property/activities relative to the proposed facility; a specific description of how you would be adversely affected by the facility in a way not common to the general public; a list of all disputed issues of fact that you submit during the comment period and, the statement “[I/we] request a contested case hearing.” If the request for contested case hearing is filed on behalf of a group or association, the request must designate the group’s representative for receiving future correspondence; identify by name and physical address an individual member of the group who would be adversely affected by the proposed facility or activity; provide the information discussed above regarding the affected member’s location and distance from the facility or activity; explain how and why the member would be affected; and explain how the interests the group seeks to protect are relevant to the group’s purpose.
Following the close of all applicable comment and request periods, the Executive Director will forward the application and any requests for reconsideration or for a contested case hearing to the TCEQ Commissioners for their consideration at a scheduled Commission meeting.
The Commission may only grant a request for a contested case hearing on issues the requestor submitted in their timely comments that were not subsequently withdrawn. If a hearing is granted, the subject of a hearing will be limited to disputed issues of fact or mixed questions of fact and law relating to relevant and material water quality concerns submitted during the comment period.
TCEQ may act on an application to renew a permit for discharge of wastewater without providing an opportunity for a contested case hearing if certain criteria are met.
MAILING LIST. If you submit public comments, a request for a contested case hearing or a reconsideration of the Executive Director’s decision, you will be added to the mailing list for this specific application to receive future public notices mailed by the Office of the Chief Clerk. In addition, you may request to be placed on: (1) the permanent mailing list for a specific applicant name and permit number; and/ or (2) the mailing list for a specific county. If you wish to be placed on the permanent and/or the county mailing list, clearly specify which list(s) and send your request to TCEQ Office of the Chief Clerk at the address below.
INFORMATION AVAILABLE ONLINE. For details about the status of the application, visit the Commissioners’ Integrated Database at www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/cid. Search the database using the permit number for this application, which is provided at the top of this notice.
AGENCY CONTACTS AND INFORMATION. All public comments and requests must be submitted either electronically at https://www14.tceq.texas.gov/epic/eComment/, or in writing to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Office of the Chief Clerk, MC-105, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087. Please be aware that any contact information you provide, including your name, phone number, email address and physical address will become part of the agency’s public record. For more information about this permit application or the permitting process, please call the TCEQ Public Education Program, Toll Free, at 1-800-687-4040 or visit their website at www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/pep. Si desea información en Español, puede llamar al 1-800-687-4040.
Further information may also be obtained from City of Bonham at the address stated above or by calling Mr. Lance Capehart, Director of Public Works, at 903-583-7555.
Issuance Date: October 17, 2025
10/28/25
Bonham State Park, Park Road 24. Park Road 24 in the Bonham State Park will have daytime lane closures while crews rehabilitate the main road, camping spots and parking lots within the park. Detour routes will be present during construction to allow for the flow of traffic.
FM 68, at the North Sulphur River bridge. FM 68 at the North Sulphur River bridge replacement is completed and the bridge is open to traffic. However, construction crews will continue working on the remaining bridge structure and roadway final works. During this final stage, traffic is asked to watch for workers and equipment and drive slowly when going through the work zone.
FM 2645, from FM 898 to FM 1753. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway to an overall width of 26 feet. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
FM 274, from SH 78 to FM 1753. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway to an overall width of 26 feet. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
SH 121 overpass at US 69. The SH 121 overpass at US 69 opened to all traffic on 6/23/2025. Construction crews will continue working on minor items at this location. Motorists should expect delays as there will be daily lane closures through the construction zone.
CR 1202 at Tributary of Brushy Creek. The onsite detour on CR 1202 at Tributary of Brushy Creek has been removed. The new bridge is competed and open to traffic. Traffic is asked to approach the bridge slowly and drive at an appropriate speed through the work zone while crews continue working on finishing the remaining bridge work.
CR 2865 at Sanders Creek Tributary. CR 2865 at Sanders Creek Tributary was closed to traffic on Monday, April 21 to allow for replacement of the bridge. The bridge at Sanders Creek Tributary is completed and opened to traffic. The bridge on CR 2825 at Sanders Creek was closed on June 21 & the Contractor demolished the bridge. The bridge is now completed and opened to traffic. SH 78,
AUTOMOBILES
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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 CNC Lathe/ Mill Machinist
POSITION OPENINGS
B.F. Gammon Tool & Die is accepting applications for immediate openings for CNC Lathe/Mill Machinist and also someone with Gear Cutting experience. 40 hours per week plus overtime. Full benefits including paid healthcare, retirement benefits and holiday, vacation and sick pay. Climate controlled shop. 7:30am4:00pm, 5 days per week. Send resume via email to brett@bfgammon.com or call 903-583-3597
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.
HELP WANTED
Need Part-Time welder and Part-Time Landscape Helper. Call 903-814-8620
ESTATE SALES
ESTATE / BARN SALE 990 CR 36100
Honey Grove Off Hwy 82 - 2 miles east of Honey Grove Friday & Saturday Oct. 31 & Nov. 1 8am - 5pm Tools, hand tools, tractor tools, hydraulics, 2 ATVs - Honda and Bombadier Generator, welder, compressor, tractor jacks, grinder, large vise, John Deere 360 mower, sod buster hydraulic blade, furniture, much more! Call David at 214-533-1226
FOR SALE
FOR SALE 4 cemetery lots at Fannin Memorial Cemetery. Section C. 903-227-4299
AUTHENTIC HOMEMADE MEXICAN HOT TAMALES
Place orders from Thursday through Tuesday by text to: 903-449-1839
Point of pick up will be at Exxon Hwy 121 & Hwy 69. Saturday morning at 10:00 am $25.00 a dozen
GARAGE
SALES HUGE YARD SALE 206 Mockingbird St Ector OCT. 30 - NOV. 1ST, Thurs. & Fri. 8:00-4:00 Sat. 8:00-2:00 All sizes of clothes $.50 each, DVD’s-3 for $1.00, used books, pictures & lamps, home decor, ammo, and a whole lot more!
4 Family Garage Sale 108 Mockingbird, Ector Fri. & Sat. Oct. 31 & Nov. 1
MISCELLANEOUS
A PAW UP Helping Animals In Need Thrift Store 101 West Hayes, Savoy Open Friday thru Sunday 10am-5pm.
FREE CLOTHES & HOUSEWARES: Clothes ClosetValley Creek Baptist Church, 3615 FM 896, Leonard. Wednesdays 8-10am.
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
App House Leveling & Foundation repair Pier and Beam/ Slab Foundation/ Small & Large Remodels. 903-227-2860
STAPP TREE
TRIMMING and REMOVAL
Hauling, Storm Damage, Demolition Work, Dead Wood Removal, Licensed and Bonded. Over 25 Years Experience. Call 903-5837888. “Cheaper than the cheapest. Give me a call, I can handle it all, guaranteed.”
FARM and LAWN MAINTENANCE Tree service, landscaping, brush clearing, fence of any kind, pipe fence painting, power washing, house painting, flagstone patios, gravel driveways, lot mowing, gutters and drainage, concrete demolition, any odd jobs. Call Jose Vazquez at 903-227-5898.
TREES and MÁS Large Acreage Mowing with Tractor, Landscaping, Fences, Stump Grinding, and Concrete. RoofingMetal or Shingles, Indoor or Outdoor Remodeling & Repairs. House Painting. Insured, Call for free estimate. 903-227-6940, 903-227-8369 or 903-486-2868.
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spent more time at home. The radio became a central source of entertainment, with popular shows like comedies, soap operas, and musical programs.
Low income: The average annual income in 1930 was just under $2,000. By contrast, a new car cost about $860.
High unemployment: With unemployment peaking near 25% in 1930, many families had no income at all. Even for those with jobs, salaries were not enough to make ends meet.
Resourcefulness: Because of these factors, many families survived by stretching what little they had. This included patching clothes, reusing cloth sacks for material, growing backyard gardens, and making do with cheap but filling meals based on staples like potatoes, milk, and canned goods.
Self-sufficiency: To save money on food, families planted “thrift gardens” and learned to make cheaper meals like casseroles and soups.
Strained family life: Economic pressure strained families, leading to postponed marriages, fewer births, and some members leaving home to find work. However, some families coped by doubling up in households to share resources.
Rise of Hoovervilles:
Homelessness increased, and makeshift shantytowns called “Hoovervilles” emerged in protest of President Hoover’s handling of the crisis.
The Dust Bowl: A severe drought and dust storms in the Southern Plains created the Dust Bowl, forcing millions of Americans to abandon their farms in search of work.
Eggs: 45 cents for a dozen fresh eggs. Bread: A 1-pound loaf of white bread cost about 9 cents. Milk: A gallon of milk cost around 26 cents. Potatoes: 10 pounds of potatoes sold for 86 cents. Bacon: A pound of sliced bacon was approximately 43 cents.
introduced programs like the Works Progress Administration (WPA) to create jobs, but these were not immediate solutions.
Daily life and family
Home-based activities: With money tight, families
Game Warden Field Notes
Investi-gators at the Ready
While responding to an anonymous call about alligator poaching on the Neches River, game wardens from Anderson, Henderson and Smith counties found an alligator shot with a compound bow behind the Lake Palestine Spillway. After injuring the 4.5-foot alligator, the suspect jumped into the river to re-
trieve the alligator. Two other people assisted in dispatching it with a knife before the trio began taking pictures and a video to post on social media. Eventually, the two accomplices left the scene with the alligator while the shooter remained behind and was discovered by the Henderson and Smith County game wardens. The shooter ini-
tially swam to the other side of the river, but ultimately returned to the wardens. After interviewing the suspect, the wardens pieced together a timeline of events and gathered enough evidence to file appropriate charges against the shooter. However, their attempt to locate the alligator and the second and third suspects proved unsuccessful un-
til the shooter provided video to the Anderson County Game Warden better identifying the individuals. As a result of the wardens’ investigation, multiple cases were filed including hunting alligator during a closed season and hunting without a license. The cases are currently pending along with civil restitution.
Hi, I’m the Problem, It’s Me
While patrolling over Labor Day weekend, Panola County Game Wardens contacted
several dove hunting groups across the county. While most of their interactions were positive, the wardens contacted three different groups hunting doves over baited areas. They issued a total 19 citations for hunting over bait and seized 108 doves from the three parties.
Jumping Through Hoops
While Texas Game Wardens from the Zapata District were patrolling Falcon Lake, wardens found eight hoop nets on the Texas side containing bluegill, channel catfish, blue catfish, freshwater drum, common carp and Rio Grande cichlid. Wardens seized and destroyed the nets and returned the fish to the water alive and well.
In a Heap of Trouble A Smith County Game War-
den received a call from a landowner about materials dumped along a bridge and creek on his property. While the materials included mostly sheetrock, housing trim and lumber. The warden did find a box with a bar code that allowed him to trace the materials to a local store and, ultimately, the owner of the credit card used for the purchase. The warden interviewed the cardholder, who had just completed a home remodel for his family. He told the warden someone familiar with his family had offered to haul off the unused materials for a small fee. The suspect kept the money and dumped the trash onto private property. Along with Smith County Sheriff’s Office environmental deputies, the warden served a warrant for felony commercial dumping over 200 pounds. When arrested, the suspect had more building materials and trash in the truck.
