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in almost every poll for Democrats seize power in Texas, ending decades of GOP dominance ton months, pulling gubernatoBy Eleanor Klibanoff, The Texas Tribune November 4, 2026 Everything has changed. A blue tsunami of epic proportions swept through Texas Tuesday night, decimating the largest, most influential
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“I consider myself pretty plugged in, pretty astute and advised, and today caught me off guard in a way that I never expected, and I think that’s true for both sides,” he said. “It’s a new day,” he said. “But what tomorrow holds? I have no idea.” “Clear repudiation” It was hard to believe Mayes Middleton was going to lose. Middleton, a wealthy oil and gas magnate and conservative state senator from Galveston, ran for attorney general vowing to continue the record of rightwing legal victories that has come to define the agency on the national stage. He self-funded his primary, spending almost $20 million to define himself as “MAGA Mayes,” then sat back, and went largely silent during the general election. Meanwhile, his opponent, state Sen. Nathan Johnson, cobbled together enough money to run a few statewide ads promoting his plans to focus on the agency’s bureaucratic functions. Johnson also hammered Middleton for his fealty to the president, a risky proposition in a state that voted for Trump by 14 percentage points in 2024. But on Tuesday night, Middleton called Johnson to concede, handing the reins of the largest red state attorney general’s office to the other team. The effects will be cataclysmic for the conservative legal movement that has come to rely on
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on right-wing legislation and cobbling together uncomfortable coalitions with their least-partisan Republican colleagues. All that changes now. As governor, Hinojosa will have the power of executive action, the ability to call special legislative sessions, appoint people to boards, commissions and judicial vacancies, and veto legislation she disagrees with. Lt. Gov. Vikki Goodwin will oversee the Senate, a role Dan Patrick has wielded with an iron fist. But Republicans are expected to maintain a majority of that chamber, and already, there’s talk of finding ways to curb her authority on crucial roles like deciding what legislation to bring to the floor of the chamber. As attorney general, Johnson could decide to reverse the state’s position on, or drop entirely, controversial lawsuits that Paxton got the state embroiled in. He could also join other blue states — because that’s what Texas is now, by some metrics — in bringing lawsuits against the Trump administration. Suing the federal government is certainly something that the agency knows a lot about. Comptroller Sarah Eckhardt will hold the state’s purse strings, overseeing the $1 billion school voucher program she and the rest of the legislative Democrats voted against approving. Agriculture Commissioner
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Clayton Tucker will be responsible for programs designed to support farmers, and shape policy around data centers and rural Texas. These are big, historic wins that will change the state’s political landscape overnight. And also, Texas still remains a conservative state, with many fossilized bastions of Republican power that will take more than one election to unearth. Many of these candidates ran on promises of moderation; they’ll now have
to decide whether to honor that, or take these results as an endorsement of their party writ large. Hinojosa, at least, is indicating she plans to find ways to work with the party that spent tens of millions of dollars to keep her out of office. “We did not end one era of single party rule to usher in another,” she said at the Texas Tribune Festival in September.
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Bonham v'ball just misses first postseason since '19 By Rich Hilliard Bonham didn't return this fall to the volleyball playoffs. But the Lady Warriors came as close as they have -in five years. North Lamar edged Bonham, 25-18, 1725, 25-20, 25-22, on Oct. 27 in the 144A play-in for the district's fourth-andfinal postseason berth and No. 2 seed in the Class 4A Division-II playoffs bracket. It equated the first time the Lady Warriors have reached a play-in since doing likewise in 2020 and 2021, also under current head coach Michelle Rodriguez during her second of three stints at their helm. The preceding season, she coached Bonham to its first regional quarterfinals trip since 2008.
Brekel Dunlap (22), Baylee Pendergrass (14), Bryleigh Bridenthal (6), Jewyll Hemby (4) and the rest of the Lady Warriors listen to Bonham head coach Michelle Rodriguez on Oct. 16 during District 14-4A volleyball played in the Leonard A. Gerner Gymnasium inside of Bonham High School. Photo by Rich Hilliard Bonham's Jojo Stafford (1) serves on Aug. 11 during the Lady Warriors' 2026 volleyball season opener at Leonard. Photo by Rich Hilliard
Bonham's Parker Patton (right) hits as teammates Katy Harrison and libero Jentri Dunlap (right) watch on Oct. 16 during District 14-4A volleyball played in the Leonard A. Gerner Gymnasium inside of Bonham High School. Photo by Rich Hilliard
Brylie's Nail-ing It: Lady Card freshman excels, in State XC in less favorite sport By Rich Hilliard
Savoy's Brylie Nail. Photo by Rich Hilliard
SAVOY -- Running causes contrasting feelings for Brylie Nail. "Just it being painful afterward," said Nail, "but peaceful during. "It's natural for me," she said. "It's my thing." She'd won the 800-meter run and mile last year at district in eighth grade. But until high school, one sport - that definitely involves running -- wasn't her thing: cross country. "She didn't do cross country last year, but she's super competitive but doesn't like cross country," said Brian Baccus, Savoy's cross country coach and athletics director. "I told her the girls she's going to meet at regionals and State in track run cross country," said Baccus. "If she didn't run cross country, she'd be behind. "That lit a fire under her." "My coach said 'you are doing cross country," said Nail. "I said I guess I'm ready. "I tried to quit," she said, "but my parents and coaches talked to me and I changed and kept on with it." Her continuance led to her qualifying on Oct. 27 for the Class 1A State girls' cross country race on Nov. 7 in Round Rock. She finished sixth in 13:12.7 in the Region III-1A girls' race at the Rolling Hills Soccer Complex in Fort Worth to advance. It bettered her District 19-1A girls' title winning time on Oct. 14 -- by almost 14 seconds. "It's definitely nerve racking and stressful," said Nail on Oct. 28 about her State advance. "I'm excited and it's a big thing," she said. "I think I'm ready. "I will run how I normally run." "She's built for running and has good lungs," said Baccus. "It's a good mixture."
Riemer Relishes Running: Lady Rebel freshman advances to Class 2A State cross country
freshman, a two-time district champion in junior high, has definitely done well again during October. Riemer on Oct. 26 qualified for the Class 2A State girls' cross country competition on Nov. 6 in Round Rock, via finishing ninth in 12:43.7 in the Region II-2A girls' race held at the Rolling Hills Soccer Complex in Fort Worth. "I'm really excited," said Riemer, a day afterward. "I really wanted it and hoped for it." Her State advance followed Riemer finishing Lady Rebel State cross country qualifier Hallie Riemer as the runner-up in 12:25.3 with Sam Rayburn head cross country coach Keelan Greene. in the District 14-2A Photo by Rich Hilliard varsity girls' race on Oct. 3 By Rich Hilliard my Little Dribblers team at Trenton High School. "I see a lot of and obviously we had determination [in Hallie]," IVANHOE -- Mention conditioning. I liked it. running -- and watch "When it came time to said Sam Rayburn cross people's facial expressions sign up [in junior high]," country coach Keelan give away their true she said, "he said he Greene. "She's a dedicated runner. feelings about doing it. thought I would enjoy it. "She has a high ceiling Hallie Riemer smiles "After running, I feel about it. like I have accomplished and can only go up," said "My Dad (Richard something, especially Greene. "I set the bar high for her; so she can't go Riemer) influenced me to when I do well." run," she said. "He coached The Sam Rayburn back."
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Sparklight Business Mobile lets small businesses choose the Value or Unlimited Plan for each employee or device line within the same account, based on individual usage needs. The Value Plan provides 1 GB of high-speed data for $15 per month, per line, while the Unlimited Plan provides 30 GB of high-speed data for $30 per month, per line. Managing Mobile Service Across the Business Small businesses can manage up to 25 mobile lines under one Sparklight Business Mobile account. Through the mobile app, customers can review usage by line and manage plans as staffing, responsibilities and mobile needs change. The service extends an existing Sparklight Business internet relationship to mobile connectivity, giving small businesses a way to manage employee and device lines alongside their existing Sparklight business solutions. Bringing Existing Devices and Numbers to Sparklight Business Mobile Sparklight Business Mobile is a bring-your-own-device service for compatible devices. Customers can also transfer eligible existing phone numbers when moving lines to the service. These capabilities allow businesses to add mobile service while retaining compatible devices and established phone numbers. A Natural Extension of Sparklight Business Connectivity The launch of Sparklight Business Mobile expands Sparklight Business’ connectivity portfolio by adding mobile service alongside its existing internet, voice and managed services for small businesses. The new offering extends connectivity beyond the workplace to employees and business devices that need mobile service throughout the workday. “Adding mobile service is a natural extension of how we support small businesses,” Creech said. “Our customers rely on connectivity in more places than ever, and Sparklight Business Mobile gives them another way to keep their teams connected while managing services through a provider they already know and trust.” Small businesses can explore Sparklight Business Mobile plans and get started at business.mobile. sparklight.com. For more information about Sparklight Business connectivity solutions, visit business. sparklight.com or call 888-251-6201.
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(WASHINGTON, D.C., Sept. 15, 2026) – Agricultural producers can soon begin enrolling in the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs, which the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently updated to include more than 30 million new base acres. This expansion, the first in 20 years, was made possible by the Working Families Tax Cuts Act and is part of USDA’s efforts to put Farmers First. Now that the base allocation process is complete, producers can make elections and enroll for the 2026 crop year from Sept. 16 through Dec. 11, 2026, and for the 2027 crop year from Nov. 2, 2026, through March 15, 2027. Because eligible acres exceeded the nationwide 30-million-acre cap, USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) is applying an across-the-board, prorated reduction of 3.69% to all newly allocated base acres. “President Trump and Secretary Rollins are putting Farmers First by providing increased access to the farm safety net,” said Under Secretary Richard Fordyce. “In addition to expanded base acres, farmers now also have the opportunity to change their program election to best support the economic viability of their operations.” Base Allocation Notifications The opportunity for landowners to review their base allocation summaries and take necessary action ended Aug. 31, 2026. This included correcting inaccurate information, designating subsequent acres or opting out of adding base acres. Landowners did not lose base acres through the base allocation process. If landowners did not notify FSA of changes, the base allocation summary is considered accurate and complete; however, an across-the-board factor will apply. FSA determined the base allocation percentage reduction using all acreage reported as eligible, and new base acres will automatically be allocated to farms after applying the 3.69% reduction. Base allocation notifications will be available beginning Sept. 16, 2026. Landowners can access notifications online at fsa.usda.gov/arc-plc using a Login.gov account. Landowners who do not currently have a Login.gov account can contact their FSA county office to obtain their base allocation notification beginning Sept. 16, 2026. Enrollment Period Producers can now change their election and enroll in ARC-County (ARC-CO) or PLC, which both provide crop-by-crop protection, or ARC-Individual (ARC-IC), which protects the entire farm. Although election changes for 2026 are optional, producers must enroll through a signed contract each year. Existing multi-year contracts ended in 2025, but producers have the option to sign a new multi-year contract for 2026 through 2031. Producers who opt out of a multi-year contract can enroll for the 2027 crop year starting Nov. 2, 2026, through March 15, 2027. If producers do not submit their 2026 election by Dec. 11, 2026, their election remains the same as their 2025 election for crops on the farm, and the farm is ineligible for payments for the 2026 program year. Landowners cannot enroll in either program unless they have a share interest in the farm. Covered commodities include barley, canola, large and small chickpeas, corn, crambe, flaxseed, grain sorghum, lentils, mustard seed, oats, peanuts, dry peas, rapeseed, long grain rice, medium and short grain rice, safflower seed, seed cotton, sesame, soybeans, sunflower seed and wheat. Some land grant universities offer web-based decision tools to help producers make informed election decisions using crop data specific to their respective farming operations. Producers can make program elections and enroll either online at fsa.usda.gov/arc-plc using a Login.gov account or by making an appointment at their local FSA office. Crop Insurance Considerations Producers are reminded that ARC and PLC election and enrollment can impact eligibility for some crop insurance products. Producers can now add SCO coverage or the Enhanced Coverage Option (ECO) regardless of their ARC or PLC election. Previously, producers who elected ARC-CO or ARC-IC were ineligible to purchase the Supplemental Coverage Option (SCO) through their Approved Insurance Provider for the same acres, but The Working Families Tax Cuts Act removed this restriction. Upland cotton farmers who choose to enroll seed cotton base acres in ARC or PLC are ineligible for the Stacked Income Protection Plan (STAX) on their planted cotton acres for that farm. Crop insurance information is available through USDA’s Risk Management Agency. More Information For more information on ARC and PLC, visit the ARC and PLC webpage or contact your local FSA County Office.
Bonham Texas Senior Center We love our members and more members are needed. (Age 18 and up) Come join the Bonham Texas Senior Center and support our seniors. Make new friends just like you who use their talents to support senior activities and be a part of fund raisers to improve your social life and theirs. We meet at the Bonham Texas Senior Center every 2nd Monday of each month at 4:00 PM. (210 E 6th Street). If you are unable to give of your time Consider a tax deductible donation. Questions: text Jan at 972-529-0282. Submitted by Jan Johnson, Secretary. The Bonham Texas Senior Center 972-529-0282 Mail: 210 E 6th Street-Bonham, TX 75418
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Leadership Fannin Now Accepting Applications for Class of 2027
Press Release - The Bonham Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that applications are now open for the Leadership Fannin Class of 2027! Following the recent graduation of the Class of 2026, the Chamber is preparing to welcome a new group of emerging and established leaders who are ready to learn, connect, and make a difference in Fannin County. Leadership Fannin is an interactive, communityfocused program designed to develop servant leaders through education, personal
growth, and meaningful connections. With a mission to "Foster the Future of Fannin County," the program provides participants with a behind-the-scenes look at the people, organizations, and industries that help our communities thrive. The 2027 program will run from February through October, with participants meeting once a month for fullday sessions. The experience begins with a casual Meet & Greet at Neighbors Place Winery, followed by a fullday orientation and personal
development retreat led by Drew Myers of Open Mouth Communications, speaker, author, coach, and voice of the Bonham Now Podcast. Through engaging discussions and interactive team-building activities, participants will explore their individual strengths, leadership styles, and communication skills while building meaningful relationships with their fellow classmates. Drew's emphasis on personal growth, storytelling, and leading with purpose helps set the tone
for the Leadership Fannin experience. Throughout the program, participants will explore Tourism & History, Economic & Workforce Development, City, County & State Government, Social Services, Education, and Healthcare. Sessions include tours of local facilities, conversations with community leaders, and interactive experiences that encourage participants to better understand the opportunities and challenges facing Fannin County.
The program also includes a special leadership development s e s s i o n with author Julie Jones, focusing on confidence, personal image, and leadership presence through her book, The Presence E f f e c t . Participants will put servant leadership into action through a community service project supporting Autumn in Bonham before celebrating their accomplishments at a graduation luncheon. Beyond gaining valuable knowledge, participants build lasting professional and personal relationships while discovering new ways to become involved in their communities. Employers are encouraged to consider sponsoring a candidate as an
investment in professional development and the future leadership of Fannin County. Tuition for Leadership Fannin 2027 is $700 for current Chamber members or $850 for nonmembers, which includes a one-year Connect Partner membership with the Bonham Area Chamber of Commerce. Tuition covers program sessions, materials, tours, and meals and may be paid by the participant, their employer, or a sponsoring organization. Applications are now open, with a submission deadline of January 29, 2027. Individuals who are motivated to serve, eager to learn, and interested in making meaningful connections throughout Fannin County are encouraged to apply. For more information or to request an application, contact the Bonham Area Chamber of Commerce at 903-583-4811, email info@ bonhamchamber.com, or stop by the Chamber office at 327 N. Main Street in Bonham.
Harvey Arlington West
Carol Ann Hevron
Carol Ann Hevron, 80, of Honey Grove, Texas, was born on September 28, 1946, in Greenville, Texas, to Thelma and Stanley Jones. Carol departed this world on October 29, 2026, surrounded by family. Carol was a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, and grandmother. She married the love of her life, Lewis Ray Hevron, on August 31, 1973, at Mount Olive Baptist Church in Paris. She was the kindest and most caring person that you could ever meet. She loved her family and protected them at all costs. There’s nothing that Carol wouldn’t do for the people she loved. Carol‘s favorite time of the year was Christmas, and she would plan months of head for it with Christmas presents, bows, and wrapping paper stashed all over the house. Her favorite weather was in the fall and spring when she could cuddle up in the cold, rainy, and cloudy weather with Ray and her coffee. She worked over 20 years at Farmers & Merchants State Bank as branch manager and cashier in Honey Grove and eventually retired to keep her grandkids. She loved sitting on the back porch looking out on her Magnolia trees, rock garden, and flowers. Words cannot express how much she will be missed and how much her family loves her. Carol is survived by her son Bobby Hevron and his wife Jenci of Paris and their three sons Bradyn, Kannyn, and Cruz; son, Courtney Hevron of Honey Grove; her grandchildren: Trevor, Devin, Abram, Addi, and their mom Shawonna Barnett of Honey Grove and Blossom; Glenn and Patti of McKinney Texas and their children Amy and Bryan; her niece Leah Morrison and her husband Todd of Honey Grove and their children and grandchildren; her nephew, Blake Jones, and his children; Tanya Peevy; and numerous other family members. Carol was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Lewis Ray Hevron; her middle son Ricky Donovan Hevron; mother, Thelma Jean Jones; father, Stanley F. Jones; Brother, Buddy Jones; Mary Lou Rhoades (MopMop), and other precious family members. A Funeral Service was held Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel, Honey Grove, Texas. Reverend Terry Paul Cunningham Officiated. Pallbearers: Trevor Hevron, Devin Hevron, Bradyn Hevron, Kannyn Hevron, Abram Brown, Cruz Garcia To share a memory, or leave a condolence, visit www.coopersorrells.com
PSALMS 23 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.
Harvey Arlington West passed away in peace, to be with the Lord, Sunday, November 1, 2026, at home with his wife by his side. He was born May 19, 1948, to Hamilton Arlington West and Nellie Mae Brooke in Mineola, Texas. Harvey is survived by his wife, Carol, daughter Cathy and son-in-law John Pierce of Wylie, Texas, son-in-law Steven Fulton of Telephone, Texas, brother Billie West of Hallsville, Texas, sister-in-law, Angie Ener, grandchildren, Ashley Walton, Brandon Pierce, Haley Lubbeck, Jaci Fulton, Ryan Fulton , and four great grandchildren. Harvey is preceded in death by his daughter Tina Fulton and granddaughter Victoria. In 1948, a great man was born. Throughout his life, he became a mentor, a role model, and someone so many people could look up to. To his family, he was the foundation and a source of strength, wisdom, and unconditional love. He led with patience, offered guidance when it was needed, and left a lasting impact on the people fortunate enough to know him. In 1967, Harvey enlisted in the US Air Force. In December of that same year, he married the love of his life, Carol Ener in Mineola, Texas. Together they shared 58 years of marriage. Harvey was a successful entrepreneur and business owner of Harvey West Plumbing in North Texas, beginning in 1982. In 2001, Harvey bought West Pecan Farm on the Red River in Telephone, Texas, where he has resided ever since. Since 1983, Harvey and Carol have spent their time enjoying cooking Competition Chili, making lifelong friends within the CASI organization and raising money for scholarships. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the CASI scholarship program trades school fund, in memory of Harvey West. A memorial graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, November 14, 2026, at Forest Grove Cemetery in Telephone, Texas. The Family will receive visitors, following the graveside service at Harvey and Carol’s residence, 2563 County Road 2135 Telephone, Texas 75488. To share a memory, or leave a condolence, visit www.cooper-sorrells.com
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. Thank You to Cooper Sorrells Funeral Home For Sponsoring The Obituary Section.
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“A Veteran is someone who, at one point in their life, wrote a blank check made payable to ‘The United States of America,’ for an amount up to and including their life.” — Unknown
William D. (Jack) Taylor US Army WWII Purple Heart Recipient
D.R. Hammett Army 2 Years
Joe E. Bellows Seaman 1st Class US Navy 1952 - 1956 Korean Veteran
Crawford Ragon Marines 4 years
William Carl Beasley (Bill) Air Force 1942-1946
Joseph Smotryski Air Force
Arthur Horn Army
Sgt. Harry Hammett Army 1961
Clarence Hayes Army
Sgt. Kenneth Winkler Air Force 1968 - 1972 Vietnam 1971
Raymond L. Meek WWII 99th Signal Battalion Co. C
Joe Bob Estes Served in WWII
SP4 James A. Glaser U.S. Army Signal Corp. Served in Alaska Communications System 4/1956 - 4/1959
Douglas Lay USA Navy - Vietnam E-4 - 3rd Class Petty Officer 1966 - 1970
Deryl Bishop
Clyde Hartwell
SFC. Louis E. Holmes Feb. 1948 - Feb, 1952
Robert E. Hodge & brother Glen F. (Dub) Hodge US Navy
H. Dean Staton Airman 1st Class
Bobby D. Clayton
Sgt. Edward Hammett Army Vietnam Purple Heart Recipient
Billy Max Duncan Ivanhoe, Texas PFC. US ARMY Berlin Crisis 1961-1963
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CALVARY UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH When: Sun. 10:30am. Wed. 7:00pm Where: 1190 Hwy 56 W. Bonham. Pastor: Steven Luton, 903-583-4346
Sunday Services at 10:45 • Women’s Bible Study Tuesdays 6:45 Young Adults Bible Study Wednesdays @ 6:30
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Apostolic
New Life Holiness Church of Jesus Christ 210 Hamilton St, Trenton, TX 903-818-8412 Pentecostal Church of Jesus Christ 107 N. Elm St. Leonard, Texas 75452 (903) 227-6195
Assembly of God
First Assembly of God, Bonham 1650 N. Center Bonham, TX 75418 (903) 583-5883 Leonard First Assembly of God, 108 Pecan Leonard, Texas 469-450-9777 New Hope Assembly of God of Whitewright, TX Corner of Spruce & Bond 903-364-2150
Baptist
Allen’s Point Baptist Church 310 CR 2775 Honey Grove, TX 75446 903-378-7038 Bailey Bible Baptist Church 205 Leslie Bailey, Texas 75413
Fannin County
Baptist
Christian
Honey Grove Cowboy Church First Christian Church of Bonham 3050 Hwy 100 North Honey Grove, TX 701 N Main Street Bonham, TX 75418 903.583.2227 Iglesia Bautista Sublime Gracia 1713 Oriental St, Bonham, TX 75418 Congregational 469-604-6040 First Congregational Church-corner of Ivanhoe Baptist Church 4063 NO.FM 273 Hwy 121 and W 13th St. PO Box 386 Bonham, TX 75418 903-449-4914 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 (903)583-2359
Episcopal Joyful Light Baptist Church 4695 FM 2645 Savoy, TX 75418 903-436-5440 Holy Trinity Episcopal Church 623 Star Street (W 7th & Star Street) Lamasco Baptist Church 346 CR 2615 682-201-8795 Telephone, Texas 75488 The Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints
Landmark Missionary Baptist Church The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter1409 W. Market St. Honey Grove, Texas day Saints, Bonham 1540 S Hwy 78 Bethlehem Baptist Church “The House 75446 (615) 448-8802 (972) 880-1412 of Bread” 1415 Franklin Avenue, Lutheran Bonham, TX 7541 Office: 903-583-8061 Little Bethel Baptist Church PO Box 63 Ladonia, Texas 75449 St. James Lutheran Church 14394 E Bois D’Arc Creek Cowboy Church Phone (903)367-7708 FM 1396 Windom Tx 75492 Phone: Hwy 121 & Edhube Road 903-583-1671 903-583-5155 Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Rt 1 Box Methodist Boyd Baptist Church 3707 St. Hwy. 101B, PO Box 73, Ladonia, Texas Christian Chapel CME 1005 West 78 N Bonham, Texas Phone (903) 75449 Phone (903)367-7009 Market St. Honey Grove, Tx 75446 583-7288 903-378-3518 New Home Baptist Church 1300 N Calvary Baptist Church 913 S. 5th St Maple St. Bonham 903-583-4509 Ector United Methodist Church Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-3910 New Zion Baptist Church 627 County Road 401 Church St. Ector, Texas 75439 (972) 890-4014 1265 Bonham, TX 75418 903-961-2027 Central Baptist Church (Fundmental, Independent) 709 Union Ave. Bonham, Pilgram Rest Baptist Church First Methodist Church of Leonard Texas 75418 (903) 505-4124 703 Agusta St. Trenton, Texas 206 N. Main / PO Box 218 Leonard, TX Corinth Baptist Church 277 CR 1150 N. Ravenna Baptist Church 100 Elm Street 75452 903-587-3463 of Bonham on Highway 78 903 583 2750 Ravenna, Texas 75476 First United Methodist Church of TrenCross Point Baptist Church 22025 Rising Son Cowboy Church 1526 CR ton 211 North Second Street @ Hunt S. Hwy. 78 Leonard 214-551-4707 2010 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-640-3377 Trenton, TX 75490 903-989-2378 Dial Baptist Church 16816 FM 1550 Sandy Baptist Church Ravenna, Texas First United Methodist Church of BonHoney Grove, TX 75446 903-378-7070 75476 (903) 583-9546 ham 801 Star Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-3314 Seventh & Main Baptist Church 617 Duplex Baptist Church 313 CR 2102 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-664-3175 N. Main Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) Grace Methodist Church 583-8679 2430 Albert Broadfoot, Bonham Ector Baptist Church P.O. Box 248 903-494-0227 Sovereign Grace Baptist Church 601 S. Ector, Texas 75439 (903) 961-2175 4th St. Bonham, TX 469-207-1141 Marvin United Methodist Church Edhube Baptist Church 595 FM 2815 Telephone Baptist Church located on FM 273 Office Phone 903-364-2411 FM 898 E Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-2840 in Telephone Office phone: 903-664-2377 Whitewright, Texas Elwood Baptist Intersection of CR 2125 Primera Iglesia Baustia Hispana 1134 FM Mulberry United Methodist Church, and CR 2544 near Ivanhoe, Texas 273 Bonham, Texas 75418 903-583-5727 5638 FM 274, Ravenna, TX 75476, phone 1-888-311-8508 Trinity Baptist Church 219 W. Denison Faith Independent Baptist Church Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-3388 McKenzie United Methodist Church 12676 W Hwy 82 Savoy, Tx 75479 903-818-7312 Union Baptist Church 682 CR 1105 PO 701 N. 7th Street Honey Grove, TX 75446 (903) 203-4455 Box 118 Ravenna,TX 75476 First Baptist Church of Bailey Valley Creek Baptist Church 3615 FM PO Box 221 Bailey, Texas 75413 896, Leonard, TX 75452 903-587-2386 Windom United Methodist Church (903) 583-0732 207 Second Street PO Box 936 Westside Baptist Church 912 W. Commerce Windom, TX 75492 940-390-0146 First Baptist Church of Bonham 710 N. St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 903-249-2987 West Shady Grove Baptist Church Center Bonham, Texas 75418 Pleasant Grove CME Church box 34 13665 East Line Road Trenton, TX 903-583-8519 Ladonia TX 75449 Hwy 64 903-367-7870 First Baptist Church of Dodd City PO Box 47 Dodd City, Texas 75438-0047 (903)583-4465
Windom Baptist Church 203 1st Street St. Paul CME Church 801 E. 6th St. Windom, TX 75492 (903) 623-2215 Bonham, TX 75418 903-864-8768 Wild Horse Creek Cowboy Church 2992 CR 2285 Telephone, Texas 75488 903-486-1630 Virginia Point United Methodist Church 1386 CR 1200 Savoy, TX Catholic
First Baptist Church of Honey Grove PO Box 124 Honey Grove, Texas 75446 St. Elizabeth Catholic Church corner of 10th Non-Denominational (903)378-2768 & Maple Bonham, TX office 903-583-7734 Golden Gospel Church 4435 County First Baptist Church of Ladonia 301 Road 2610 in Bonham, Texas Pastor East Main Ladonia, Texas 75449-100 Robbins (903) 486-2145 Pastor Lightfoot Church of Christ (903)367-7038 (469) 432-7007 First Baptist Church of Leonard 100 East Thomas St. [PO Box 1146] Leonard, TX 75452 (903) 587-2250
Leonard Church of Christ 323 S US Highway 69 Leonard Texas 75452 (903) 919-0727
Ector Church of Christ Hwy 56 & Cedar St. Ector, Texas 903-961-3155 Honey Grove Church Of Christ - 403 W. First Baptist Church of Pecan Gap PO Box 100 Pecan Gap, Texas 75469 Main St. Honey Grove, 903-227-2606 Ivanhoe Church of Christ P.O. Box 322(903)359-6683 290 CR 2040 Ivanhoe, TX 75447 First Baptist Church of Randolph Katy Blvd Church of Christ 411 Katy PO Box 14 Randolph, Texas 75475 Blvd Bonham, TX 75418 706-294-5996 (903)583-6900 Midway Church of Christ Hwy 56 W First Baptist Church of Savoy .O. Box Bonham 903 583 3989 177 Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) 965-4160 Northside Church of Christ 2020 N. Center Bonham, Texas 75418 (903)583-3484 First Baptist Church of Trenton PO Box 157 Trenton, Texas 75490 Oak Ridge Church of Christ 10368 E FM (903)989-2319 1550 Ladonia, Texas 75449 903 583 0849
Greater Joy Fellowship Hwy. 121 & W 13th, Bonham, TX (meeting in First Con. Methodist Church Bldg. Sun. 5 PM)
The Way Christian Fellowship. 308 E Fowler St, Savoy Tx 75479
Pentecostal
SR Church P.C.G. 1850 S HWY 121 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 640-3025
Presbyterian
First Presbyterian Church of Bonham 818 N. Main St. Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-2014 Main Street Presbyterian Church P.O. Box 188 or 504 E. Main St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 (903) 249-1325
Savoy Church of Christ First Fannin Baptist Hispanic Church Rt. 4 Box 10 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-5727 P.O. Box 212 Savoy, (903) 965-7344 United Pentecostal Trenton Church of Christ 101 W. Saunders Calvary United Pentecostal Church 1190 Gober Baptist Church P.O. Box 82 St. Trenton, TX 75490 903-989-2446 Hwy 56 W Bonham Texas 903-583-4346 Wolfe City, Texas 75496 (903) 583-2378
Grace Reformed Baptist Church 2800 10th St Honey Grove TX gracerbcbonham.com
Church of God
Bonham Living Word Church of God- 699 E Hwy 82 Bonham,TX 75418 Phone: (903) 583-5655
Lannius Church of God 2803 Hwy 897 Gathering Tine Cabin Ministry 487 CR Dodd City, TX 75438 903-623-3007 2105 Ivanhoe, TX 903-449-0180
United Pentecostal Church P.O. Box 216 Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) 965-4627 Peace Tabernacle UPC 16020 CR 635 Trenton, Texas (972) 752-4054
Prayer for Fannin County If you would like to join others in regular prayer for FanninCounty,you are Welcome: 2nd Tues., 3rd Tues., 4th Tues., 5th Tues. @ Noon. Bonham Historic Depot, 1 N. Center Street, Bonham. For more info: Text Sharon Terry, 903-227-3834.
Sharing Faithfully
Calvary Baptist Church Bonham, Texas Every week, we get to see something beautiful: the people of this church serving. Some arrive early to rehearse the practice set. Others brew the coffee. Then there are those greet visitors at the door, teach a Bible study class, run the sound board, cook meals, visit the homebound, or quietly do the jobs no one ever sees. Whatever the task, you say yes with a joyful heart, and we are deeply grateful. Scripture reminds us why these things matter: “As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace” (1 Peter 4:10, ESV). Each of you has been given something to share, and you are sharing it faithfully. And when the work feels tiring, remember Paul’s encouragement: “And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up” (Galatians
6:9, ESV). With Thanksgiving just around the corner, we want to challenge us all. Let’s not make gratitude a one-day event, or even a November event. Thanksgiving is meant to be a way of life. Paul wrote, “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you” (1 Thessalonians 5:18, ESV). Not just when the table is full, but in every season. So, this month, and every month, let’s thank God for His goodness, and let’s be
thankful for one another. Say it to the volunteer who stayed late, the one who showed up when no one asked, and the one who simply smiled and made someone feel welcome. And if you’ve been wondering where you might fit, we’d love to have you. There is a place for you here. Thank you, church family. We are blessed to serve alongside you. For His Glory, Lyn and Lissa Thursday Evenings 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Free Meal Included
Is Celebrate Recovery For Me?
Celebrate Recovery offers a person the opportunity to participate in a group where love and hope combine with God’s purpose to mend our lives. Ask yourself: • Are there things in my life that I do to hurt others? • Is there something I wish I could live without? • Is there something in my life that has gotten out of control? • Do I have a habit or hang-up from which I need to be freed? Located at Calvary Baptist Church • 913 S. 5th St. Bonham, TX cbcbonham.org/celebraterecovery Email: info@cbcbonham.org
6/2/20 Sing Unto the Lord With Gladness
Hello everyone! This week’s devotion comes from Psalm 95:1, which tells the us, “O come, let us sing unto the LORD: let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation.” This verse is an invitation to worship. It calls us, as believers, to gather together and sing praises unto the Lord; not silently, but openly and joyfully. Singing is a natural response to the power, goodness, and faithfulness of God. A joyful noise, in this context, doesn’t necessarily put an emphasis on musical skill. You may not be able carry a tune, but it is glad, heartfelt
praise that matters. Singing emphasizes worship that truly comes from the heart with enthusiasm and gratitude. Our worship is not meant to be dull and lifeless, but rather vibrant and full of life. The Lord being referred to as the Rock of our Salvation puts a big emphasis on His strength, stability, and dependability. He is the sure foundation of the deliverance of His people, just as a rock is a firm foundation. In summary, this verse is a joyful invitation for us to worship the Lord with joyful singing because He is our strong and mighy Saviour that we can always count on. He is the Rock upon which our
By Mike Dickison Minister for the Ivanhoe Church of Christ Forever, eternal life, everlasting life all have a nice ‘ring’ to them. We discover that Heaven is a prepared place for a prepared people. Jesus said that “if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also” (John 14:3). We must prepare ourselves to go to Heaven. We must prepare our hearts. James tells us to “Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded” (James 4:8). We find that we are to “Take heed, brethren, lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief, in departing from the living God” (Hebrews 3:12). We are reminded that “Blessed are they that keep his testimonies, and that seek him with the whole heart” (Psalms 119:2). We must prepare to come to God. Jesus spoke of “a certain king, which made a marriage
for his son, And sent forth his servants to call them that were bidden to the wedding: and they would not come. Again, he sent forth other servants, saying, Tell them which are bidden, Behold, I have prepared my dinner: my oxen and my fatlings are killed, and all things are ready: come unto the marriage. But they made light of it” (Matthew 22:1-5). Luke records that the certain king “sent his servant at supper time to say to them that were bidden, Come; for all things are now ready” (Luke 14:17). Jesus said that “If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me” (Luke 9:23). We must prepare for every good work. Paul writes that Christians “are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them” (Ephesians 2:10). “If a man therefore purge himself from these(iniquity), he shall be a vessel unto honour, sanctified, and meet for the master's use,
salvation and hope rest. In 1869, Fanny Crosby wrote this classic hymn that comes from the message in this verse. Praise Him! Praise Him! Jesus, our blessed Redeemer! Sing, O earth- His wonderful love proclaim! Hail Him! Hail Him! highest archangels in glory; strength and honor give to His holy name! Like a shepherd, Jesus will guard His children; in His arms He carries them all day long. Praise Him! Praise Him! Tell of His excellent greatness. Praise Him! Praise Him ever in joyful song!”
Bro. Josh Stevenson
Prepared For Forever
and prepared unto every good work. We must be prepared to watch. In the parable of the wise and foolish virgins, Jesus said to “Watch therefore, for ye know neither the day nor the hour wherein the Son of man cometh” (Matthew 25:13). Paul informs us “Therefore let us not sleep, as do others; but let us watch and be sober” (1 Thessalonians 5:6). Are we prepared? The Lord told of the rich farmer that died, “But God said unto him, [Thou] fool, this night thy soul shall be required of thee: then whose shall those things be, which thou hast provided?” (Luke 12:20). Again in the same chapter, the Lord said of the wicked servant; “that servant, which knew his lord's will, and prepared not himself, neither did according to his will, shall be beaten with many stripes” (Luke 12:47). John records that “he that doeth the will of God abideth for ever” (1 John 2:17). Let us be prepared for FOREVER.
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Joe Herndon United States Air Force Captain 1971-1983
S. Sgt. Mark Posey USAF
Austin Edwards Marines Iraq 2004-2008
Captains and Company Commanders. Walter L Goodwater. Retired U.S. Army Colonel and Louise Goodwater, Retired U.S. Army Major.
Wolf Laughing USMC OIF - OEF
Donald Ray Blevins PFC 1956 - 1958
Wilford Ray Dungan SP4 Specialist 1960 -1962
Gean Albert Womack
Clay Riales, CDR USN. 1983-2012.
Photo taken prior to F-14A “Bombcat” mission with VF-201, NAS Fort Worth JRB, 1996.
Richard K. Pitts U.S. Navy 1981-1986
Rex Ray 1955
William E. Cherry Army
SP5 Larry G. Pratt of Randolph TX Honorable Discharge US Army Served in Vietnam
Trenten Sutherland
Collen and Mitchell Ewing, U.S. Navy retired. We met and married in the Navy and served 20+ years. We both retired in 1999. This photo is from my last re-enlistment in 1998 onboard the USS Constitution.
Lloyd Dodson 1924 - 2015 Buried at Willow Wild Cemetery
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THANK YOU VETERANS!!
HONORING OUR MILITARY
VETERANS
Thank you for your service!!
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Rear Admiral Joseph David Stinson, USN, CHC, (ret)
Dorothy Saunders Stinson
Joseph N. Stinson
John Bacon Saunders (Far right) World War 1
Charles Wallace Hill War World II
James Dismang WW2 US Navy
Bill Sanderson Air Force Korean War & Guam
Sgt. S. Daniel Cord USMC
Sgt. Timothy M. Cord USMC
Robert E. Holland
Navy Commissioned Officer, and ensign. Worked on the supply ships in the Pacific Theater.
David Stinson with son Jesse
John Skotnik Air Force
Alvin D. Nichols Marines 1973-1974 Honorably discharged in 1974
Nathan Wolf Viet Nam Veteran First Lieutenant Corp of Engineers 1968-1971
Justin Hartwell
Chas Hartwell
Sgt. Joseph L. Stewart US Army Military Police 6 years, 3 months
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Joe Osborne E4-SGT Sept 1, 1972 - Aug 31 1976
Bryson Hartwell
William Gordon USMC/PFC 1977
Theresa Smotryski aka Dr Heaton Army
Jewell Farris Cox US Army
LTCDR Nuel Blythe, US Navy WWII, Ed Blythe, US Navy CPO WWII, Jim Blythe (center) with his Grandmother Isabell Blythe 1967 to the end of 1970
U S Air Force 3750th Maint. SQD. Communications and Relay center equipment repairman,eletromechanical. Sheppard Air Force Base Witchita Falls ,Texas
Nick Gross
Technical Sergeant Jared Green USAF Nov 2000 - Dec 2020
Tom White - Army 1987-2000
Greg Royse Army Rank - Major Service Dates: July 2002 - July 2023
CA Henley Army WWII
John Galyon, Specialist 5th Class, Army, Vietnam Veteran. 1968-1970.
John Galyon Specialist 5th Class Vietnam Veteran 1968-1970
John & Beckie Farris
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Public Notice - Fannindel ISD
TOSSED & FOUND
Notice of Public Meeting to discuss the Fannindel ISD Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (F.I.R.S.T.) report, on November 16, 2026 at 6:00 pm at the Fannindel ISD high school cafeteria, 601 W Main Street, Ladonia, TX 75449. You can locate this report at https://tealprod.tea. state.tx.us/First/forms/Main.aspx
Gober Municipal Utility District Public Hearing Notice
County Road 2037 in the Tulip area, 1 mile stretch, both sides of the County Road.
PLEASE DON’T LITTER!
Littering is a very annoying problem in Fannin County and...it’s illegal! Public Service Announcement The Fannin County Leader.
Gober Municipal Utility District will hold a public hearing on Thursday, November 19, 2026 during the regularly scheduled meeting of the Gober Municipal Utility District Board of Directors. The meeting will begin at 6:00 PM and be held at the Gober Community Center, 4840 FM 68, Gober, TX. The purpose of the hearing is to receive comments from Gober Municipal Utility District customers and stakeholders concerning the PROPOSED WATER RATE INCREASE. The public is invited to attend the meeting and participate in the public hearing process. Additional information: Kyle Griffin (903) 227-6335 and/or Kate Wallace (903) 517-1247
City of Ector Employment THE CITY OF ECTOR will be accepting applications for City Secretary. A high school diploma or GED is required to perform the duties of the position. The 11/10/26 City of Ector offers benefits including retirement, health insurance, and vacation. Salary will be based on experience and ability. You may pick up an application at City Hall 206 N Main. Must have a valid Texas Driver’s license and safe driving record. Must be able to pass a drug/health test and criminal background check. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. The City of Ector is an equal opportunity employer.
NOTICE OF SALE STATE OF TEXAS
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FANNIN COUNTY
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BY VIRTUE OF AN ORDER OF SALE 11/3/26
11/10/26 issued pursuant to judgment decree(s) of the District Court of Fannin County, Texas, by the Clerk of said Court on said date, in the hereinafter numbered and styled suit(s) and to me directed and delivered as Sheriff or Constable of said County, I have on November 3, 2026, seized, levied upon, and will, on Tuesday, December 1, 2026, on the South Side of the Fannin County Courthouse, between the hours of 10 o’clock a.m. and 4 o’clock p.m. on said day, Bonham, TX, beginning at 10:00 AM, proceed to sell at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash in hand, all right, title and interest which the defendants in such suit(s) and to the following described real estate levied upon as the property of said defendants, the property lying and being situated in the County of Fannin and the State of Texas, to-wit: Sale #
Cause No. And Account No. Judgment Date Order Issue Date
Style of Case
Legal Description
Adjudged Value
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TX-24-5156 8/13/2026
R000072830 10/1/2026
BONHAM ISD vs. HEIRS AND UNKNOWN HEIRS OF MARVIN EDWARD FOSTER, SR. (IN REM ONLY), ET AL.
BEING 0.48 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, OUT OF THE S CHAMBLISS SURVEY, ABSTRACT 186, AKA REDBUD STREET, CITY OF RAVENNA, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 653, PAGE 172 OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS (subject to 2026 taxes).
$27,740.00
2
TX-24-5203 8/13/2026
R000071341 10/1/2026
CITY OF BONHAM AND BONHAM ISD vs. RUBEN FUENTES
TRACT 1. BEING 0.10 ACRES OF LAND, MORE OR LESS, OUT OF THE H BURKHARDT SURVEY, ABSTRACT 112, AKA 106 W 16TH, CITY OF BONHAM, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS AS RECORDED IN INSTRUMENT 2022001492 OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS (subject to 2026 taxes).
$56,320.00
3
TX-24-5203 8/13/2026
R000077245 10/1/2026
CITY OF BONHAM AND BONHAM ISD vs. RUBEN FUENTES
TRACT 2. BEING 0.50 ACRES OF LAND, MORE OR LESS, OUT OF THE BAILEY INGLISH SURVEY, ABSTRACT 560, AKA 1307 ELM, CITY OF BONHAM, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 1774, PAGE 76 OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS (subject to 2026 taxes).
TX-25-5295 7/22/2026
R000091988 10/1/2026
CITY OF BONHAM vs. MARY GRACE MELUGIN
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5
TX-25-5337 7/22/2026
R000092876 and CITY OF BONHAM AND R000092877 BONHAM ISD vs. GREY 10/1/2026 ELEPHANT BONHAM LLC, ET AL.
LOT 23, BLOCK 4, HUNTER TERRACE ADDITION, AKA 228 E EVANS AVENUE, CITY OF BONHAM, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 994, PAGE 690 OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS (subject to 2026 taxes). TRACT 1. BEING 0.16 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, LOT 3, MULDER BERNI ADDITION, AKA 2505 & 2507 BEVERLY LANE, CITY OF BONHAM, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS AS RECORDED IN INSTRUMENT 2022000030 OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS (subject to 2026 taxes). TRACT 2. BEING 0.16 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, LOT 4, MULDER BERNI ADDITION, AKA 2504 & 2506 BEVERLY LANE, CITY OF BONHAM, FANNIN COUNTY, TEXAS AS RECORDED IN INSTRUMENT 2022000030 OF THE FANNIN COUNTY DEED RECORDS (subject to 2026 taxes).
$84,260.00
$149,770.00
$444,780.00
(any volume and page references, unless otherwise indicated, being to the Deed Records, Fannin County, Texas, to which instruments reference may be made for a more complete description of each respective tract) or upon the written request of said defendants or their attorney, a sufficient portion of the property described above shall be sold to satisfy said judgment(s), interest, penalties, and cost; and any property sold shall be subject to the right of redemption of the defendants or any person having an interest therein, to redeem the said property, or their interest therein, within the time and in the manner provided by law, and shall be subject to any other and further rights to which the defendants or anyone interested therein may be entitled, under the provisions of law. Said sale to be made by me to satisfy the judgment(s) rendered in the above styled and numbered cause(s), together with interest, penalties, and costs of suit, and the proceeds of said sales to be applied to the satisfaction thereof, and the remainder, if any, to be applied as the law directs. A RECENT RESOLUTION APPROVED BY THE FANNIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT REQUIRES BIDDERS TO OBTAIN PRIOR TO THE SALE, A STATEMENT FROM THE FANNIN CENTRAL APPRAISAL DISTRICT CERTIFYING THAT THE PERSON/FIRM/COMPANY PURCHASING PROPERTY AT A TAX SALE OWES NO DELINQUENT PROPERTY TAXES FOR ANY PROPERTY EITHER CURRENTLY OR PREVIOUSLY OWNED TO ANY TAXING ENTITY WITHIN THE COUNTY. YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO BID ON OR RECEIVE A TAX SALE DEED TO ANY PROPERTY WITHOUT THIS CERTIFICATE/STATEMENT. TO OBTAIN A CERTIFICATE/STATEMENT. PLEASE CONTACT THE COLLECTIONS DEPARTMENT AT THE FANNIN CENTRAL APPRAISAL DISTRICT LOCATED AT 831 W. STATE HWY 56, BONHAM, TX (903) 583-8701. PROSPECTIVE BIDDERS SHOULD ALLOW UP TO TWO WEEKS TO PROCESS THE REQUEST. YOU MUST HAVE THIS CERTIFICATE/STATEMENT IN HAND BEFORE THE SALE BEGINS. Dated at Bonham, Texas, November 3, 2026. Cody Shook, Sheriff, Fannin County, Texas
By: Deputy Notes: The Minimum Bid is the lesser of the amount awarded in the judgment plus interest and costs or the adjudged value. However, the Minimum Bid for a person owning an interest in the property or for a person who is a party to the suit (other than a taxing unit), is the aggregate amount of the judgments against the property plus all costs of suit(s) and sale. ALL SALES SUBJECT TO CANCELLATION WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. THERE MAY BE ADDITIONAL TAXES DUE ON THE PROPERTY, WHICH HAVE BEEN ASSESSED SINCE THE DATE OF THE JUDGMENT, AND WHICH MAY BECOME THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER. For more information, contact your attorney or PERDUE, BRANDON, FIELDER, COLLINS & MOTT, LLP, attorney for plaintiffs, at (972) 278-8282.
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The Fannin County Leader Deadline is Thursdays @ Noon
Lake Fannin Volunteers
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of T. C. Burks a.k.a. Thomas Cleveland Burks, Deceased, were issued on November 4th, 2026, in Cause No. PR-2026-, pending in the County Court-at-Law of FANNIN County, Texas, to: Billy Don Burks. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o: Billy Don Burks 1335 CR 1205 Savoy, Texas 75479 SIGNED on November 4, 2026 LAW OFFICE OF MYLES PORTER, P.C. /s/ Myles Porter Myles Porter Attorney for Billy Don Burks State Bar No.: 00794477 411 N MAIN ST BONHAM, TX 75418 Telephone: (903) 583-8539 Email: myles@mylesporter.com
Press Release - Lake Fannin Volunteers have workdays scheduled on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month from 8:00noon. We are mowing, weedeating, cleaning up the primitive camp sites, trails, and the Lodge. One big factor is finding the water leak in the waterline, in order to restore functional use of the Lodge. What do you need to do? Show up with your work ethic, and whatever tools you wish to work with (weedeater, pruners, gloves, protective gear) and water. What's open right now? The lake can be fished from the bank, kayaks can be launched, and the hiking trail. The historic area is what is behind the locked gate unless the volunteers are working. For more information, follow on Facebook Lake Fannin Volunteers or the Lake Fannin page of the county's website.
NOTICE OF SALE
NOTICE OF SALE
FANNIN FARMS MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF FANNIN COUNTY (A Political Subdivision of the State of Texas Located 11/10/26 within Fannin County, Texas)
FANNIN FARMS MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF FANNIN COUNTY (A Political Subdivision of the State of Texas Located within Fannin County, Texas)
$1,250,000 Unlimited Tax Road Bonds, Series 2026
$2,005,000 Unlimited Tax Utility Bonds, Series 2026
Bids to be Submitted: 10:00 A.M., Central Time Bids to be Opened: 12:00 P.M., Central Time Monday, November 23, 2026
Bids to be Submitted: 10:00 A.M., Central Time Bids to be Opened: 12:00 P.M., Central Time Monday, November 23, 2026
Place and Time of Sale: The Board of Directors of Fannin Farms Municipal Utility District of Fannin County (the “District”) will receive and publicly read bids for the purchase of the $1,250,000 Unlimited Tax Road Bonds, Series 2026 (the “Bonds”) at a designated meeting place outside the boundaries of the District, at 6221 Southwest Boulevard, Benbrook, Texas 76132 at 12:00 P.M., Central Time, Monday, November 23, 2026.
Place and Time of Sale: The Board of Directors of Fannin Farms Municipal Utility District of Fannin County (the “District”) will receive and publicly read bids for the purchase of the $2,005,000 Unlimited Tax Utility Bonds, Series 2026 (the “Bonds”) at a designated meeting place outside the boundaries of the District, at 6221 Southwest Boulevard, Benbrook, Texas 76132 at 12:00 P.M., Central Time, Monday, November 23, 2026.
Address of Bids: Bids for the Bonds may be delivered to the District electronically, by telephone or delivered directly to the District in a sealed envelope, addressed to the “President and Board of Directors of Fannin Farms Municipal Utility District of Fannin County,” and delivered to the District’s Financial Advisor, Cedar Creek Municipal Advisors, LLC, 4801 Woodway Drive, Suite 118-E, Houston, Texas 77056 or via email at txspecialdistrictbidforms@cedarcreekma.com, prior to 10:00 A.M., Central Time on the date of the bid opening. Any bid received after 10:00 A.M., Central Time, Monday, November 23, 2026, will not be accepted and will be returned unopened. All bidders must submit a signed “Official Bid Form” and a Bank Cashier’s Check in the amount of $25,000 payable to the order of the District as a good faith deposit.
Address of Bids: Bids for the Bonds may be delivered to the District electronically, by telephone or delivered directly to the District in a sealed envelope, addressed to the “President and Board of Directors of Fannin Farms Municipal Utility District of Fannin County,” and delivered to the District’s Financial Advisor, Cedar Creek Municipal Advisors, LLC, 4801 Woodway Drive, Suite 118-E, Houston, Texas 77056 or via email at txspecialdistrictbidforms@cedarcreekma.com, prior to 10:00 A.M., Central Time on the date of the bid opening. Any bid received after 10:00 A.M., Central Time, Monday, November 23, 2026, will not be accepted and will be returned unopened. All bidders must submit a signed “Official Bid Form” and a Bank Cashier’s Check in the amount of $40,100 payable to the order of the District as a good faith deposit.
Information: The Bonds are more completely described in the “Official Notice of Sale” and the “Preliminary Official Statement” which may be obtained from Cedar Creek Municipal Advisors, LLC, 4801 Woodway Drive, Suite 118-E, Houston, Texas 77056; Financial Advisor to the District. The District reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any and all irregularities except time of filing. This notice does not constitute an offer to sell the Bonds but is merely notice of sale of the Bonds as required by law. The offer to sell the Bonds will be made only by means of the “Official Notice of Sale,” “Preliminary Official Statement,” and the “Official Bid Form.”
Information: The Bonds are more completely described in the “Official Notice of Sale” and the “Preliminary Official Statement” which may be obtained from Cedar Creek Municipal Advisors, LLC, 4801 Woodway Drive, Suite 118-E, Houston, Texas 77056; Financial Advisor to the District. The District reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any and all irregularities except time of filing. This notice does not constitute an offer to sell the Bonds but is merely notice of sale of the Bonds as required by law. The offer to sell the Bonds will be made only by means of the “Official Notice of Sale,” “Preliminary Official Statement,” and the “Official Bid Form.”
Board of Directors Fannin Farms Municipal Utility District of Fannin County
11/10/26
11/10/26
Board of Directors Fannin Farms Municipal Utility District of Fannin County
11/10/26
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Page 21 • November 10, 2026 • 903-583-3280
CLASSIFIEDS CAREGIVERS I’M A CAREGIVER: Reliable, punctual with 20 years experience. I can provide many references upon request and pass background check. I have compassion and respect while giving the best personal and medical care. Call 580-453-1612 and talk to Gina Jones who is local in Fannin County.
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 Mill Machinist POSITION OPENINGS B.F. Gammon Tool & Die is accepting applications for IMMEDIATE openings for CNC Mill Machinist and also someone with Gear Cutting experience. 40 hours per week plus overtime. Full benefits including paid healthcare, retirement benefits and holiday, vacation and sick pay. Climate controlled shop. 7:30am-4:00pm, 5 days per week. Send resume via email to brett@bfgammon.com or call 903-583-3597
FOR SALE FOR SALE Cash only 9’ Karavan Utility Trailer $1400 Small Chest Freezer $100 Walker w/wheels $75 903-227-5310
2008 Yamaha Grizzly 350 For Sale Runs perfect, brand new carburetor, re-built new rear gear case, new starter.Needs brake work. Excellent tires. All the lights work. Great for the farm! $1,600.00 903-449-7796
FOR SALE 4 ADORABLE KITTENS Free to a good home. Would be good barn cats. 903-640-8131
GARAGE SALES GARAGE SALE Dodd City, TX 206 S. White Oak St. Nov. 11-12-13, 2026 Almost new red three wheeler, tools, fruit jars, jigsaw puzzles, animal crates, fish fryer, lots and lots of misc.
MISCELLANEOUS A PAW UP Helping Animals In Need Thrift Store 101 West Hayes, Savoy Open Friday thru Sunday 10am-5pm.
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CLASSIFIEDS FREE CLOTHES & HOUSEWARES: Clothes Closet Valley Creek Baptist Church, 3615 FM 896, Leonard. Wednesdays 8-10am
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES HANDYMAN Remodels New Construction Free Estimates Fixed or it’s Free 35 years experience 469-279-9867
STAPP TREE TRIMMING and REMOVAL Hauling, Storm Damage, Demolition Work, Dead Wood Removal, Licensed and Bonded. Over 25 Years Experience. Call 903-583-7888. “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. Firewood! Call Jose Vazquez at 903-2275898.
Ravenna Bonham Rotary Club: November 11, 2026 churches and schools that deal with foster Baptist kids is another way of helping. Church Foster Village in Bonham is supported by Homecommunity donations and foundation grants. Casey said that 2 myths coming about foster parenting are: foster parents do it 133 Years for money, and foster
November 15th @ 11am with special music. Lunch will follow the service. Come join us. Pastor Rickey Granstaff 903-227-0777
Press Release - The Bonham Rotary Club held their weekly meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 12 noon, at the First Methodist Church Family Life Center. Rotarian Andrew Malone was in charge of the program, and invited Casey Holly to speak. Casey is the founder of Foster Village (formerly Isaiah's Closet) in Bonham. Foster Village is a
nationwide organization that gives clothes, car seats, school supplies, etc. to kids who go into foster care. Most of these come into foster care with nothing but the clothes they are wearing. Foster Village in Bonham is one of the first established. They also provide a place where families can visit with one another and provide a mom's group. Training
kids are dangerous. Neither are true. Foster Village of Bonham is located at 302 S. Main St. in Bonham. Phone number is 903-449-0503. For more information about this organization go to fostervillagentx.org. For more information about the Bonham Rotary Club, go to their Facebook page or check them out online at Rotary International, District 5810. Photo courtesy of Tommie Sue Turner
Texas/Fannin County Justice Of The Peace October and Year To Date Report A Continuing Series Of Informing The Public On Elected Officials and County Functions
Here are the approximate number of cases for the three Fannin County Justice of the Peace Offices provided for your knowledge. We hope as we enter the Holiday Season that everyone can be happy and thankful for what we have, and for what we do not. Let us celebrate our families and communities, helping where each of us can. If a JP Office might be able to assist, just call or come by. So much of what we do can be handled by phone or email. Again, Thank You for letting us serve you.
TOP NOTCH LAWN MOWER, ATV, SMALL ENGINE SERVICE & REPAIR MOBILE Delivery & Pick up available 903-449-9692
REAL ESTATE OFFICES FOR RENT: 520 S. Center Bonham, TX 75418 2 offices, bathroom & storage area, Plenty of parking space. $750 per month. (utilities not included) Call or text 903-583-0108. HOUSES FOR RENT 2BR / Large rooms, metal windows, ductless HVAC, wood floors. $1200 - - - - - - - 3BR / New windows, central air, wood floors, fenced yard. $1300 - - - - - - - 4BR / Brick, metal windows, dining room, 2 living rooms, central air. $1800 903-227-0920 2 BR / 1 BA Apartment FOR RENT 310 W. 9th, Bonham $825 month / $800 Dep. Text 214-938-1367 if interested FOR LEASE 4 bedroom house, recently remodeled. 2 bath, single car garage. Near Bonham High School. $1,600 month. $1,600 deposit. No Pets. 469-215-9849 or 214-449-4779 SUITES FOR LEASE Call: 903-640-0000 FOR RENT Quiet house for rent on small acreage near Randolph. 3 Bedrooms, 2 baths. Office/Den. Large, dine-in kitchen. 994 CR 4700, Trenton Bonham schools. $1500/ month, deposit. Small pet negotiable. 469-301-5403 903-201-0116
Fannin County Family Crisis Center 903-583-7694
24 Hour Hotline 903-583-7000
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 3 Justice of the Peace Judge Kenny Karl 711 State Hwy 56 ● Windom, TX 75492 903-378-0015 ● Email: jp3@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
Fannin County Community Ministries
Food Pantry
Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 8:00am - 11:45am 1022 FM 273 BONHAM TX 75418
903-583-3663
National Human Trafficking Hotline 888-373-7888 24 hours a day
ESC8 Recognizes 2026 T.H.R.I.V.E. Leadership Program Participants
PITTSBURG, TX - ESC8 recently recognized 54 educational leaders from across Northeast Texas for successfully completing the 2026 T.H.R.I.V.E. Leadership Program requirements. Participants were honored during the annual Thriving Leaders Luncheon, celebrating their commitment to professional growth, leadership development, and student success. The T.H.R.I.V.E. program is designed to strengthen the leadership skills of principals and assistant principals through meaningful professional development, practical strategies, and opportunities for collaboration. The program focuses on equipping school leaders with the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to lead effectively, support teachers and staff, and foster continuous improvement on their campuses. T.H.R.I.V.E. focuses on six essential components of effective school leadership: ● T - Targets School Leadership and Planning ● H - Hones a Positive School Culture ● R - Relies on High-Quality Instructional Materials and Assessments ● I - Invests in Retaining and Developing Staff
● V - Values Data-Driven Instruction ● E - Establishes Effective Instruction Throughout the program, participants complete 36 hours of professional development designed to build leadership capacity and strengthen their ability to make informed decisions, guide instructional practices, and support campus improvement. Sessions emphasize practical approaches to everyday leadership challenges, helping participants develop strategies they can apply directly within their schools. An important component of T.H.R.I.V.E. is the opportunity for school leaders to learn from one another. Through collaboration, shared experiences, and professional discussions, participants build connections with fellow administrators throughout Region 8 while gaining new perspectives and ideas to support their leadership roles. The annual Thriving Leaders Luncheon provided an opportunity to celebrate the participants' accomplishments and recognize their dedication to continued professional learning and leadership development. ESC8 extends its appreciation to Live Oak Public Finance, LLC, for sponsoring this year's recognition luncheon and supporting educational leadership throughout Region 8.
The Fannin County Leader Deadline is Thursdays @ Noon
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The Waldrop Boys
Veterans Corner
By Paul Chandler
By Larry C. Waldrop
Every year on November 11, our nation pauses to recognize the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Veterans Day is more than a date on the calendar; it is an opportunity to express our gratitude to those who have sacrificed their time, comfort, and sometimes their lives to protect the freedoms we enjoy today. Veterans come from all walks of life and represent generations of Americans who have answered the call to serve. Whether they served during wartime or peacetime, at home or overseas, each veteran has played an important role in protecting our country and preserving the values that make America strong. Their dedication, courage, and commitment deserve our deepest respect and appreciation. While many veterans return home to resume their everyday lives, the experiences they carry with them often last a lifetime. Some have faced difficult challenges, spent months or years away from their families, and witnessed things most of us can hardly imagine. Their sacrifices remind us that freedom is not free, and that the security we often take for granted comes at a tremendous cost. On Veterans Day, communities across the country gather for ceremonies, parades, and other events to honor those who have served. However, thanking our veterans should not be limited to just one day each year. A simple “thank you for your service,” an empathetic ear, or a helping hand can make a meaningful difference in the life of a veteran. As we observe Veterans Day, let us remember the men and women who have worn our nation's uniform along with the families who have supported them along the way. Their service represents a lasting commitment to something greater than themselves. To all veterans, past and present, thank you for your courage, your sacrifice, and your unwavering dedication to our country. We honor you. We appreciate you. We will never forget the difference you have made. Happy Veterans Day. Paul Chandler, Fannin County Veteran Services.
Ascended from poverty came eight brothers that dawned on the uniforms that represented the United States Military. Lowell J. Waldrop (U.S. Marine Corps/U.S Army)…….Leon C. Waldrop (U.S. Marine Corps)……Stanley E. Waldrop (U.S. Army)……..Billy-Joe Waldrop (U.S. Marine Corps)…… Donald W. Waldrop (U.S. Air Force)…….Larry C. Waldrop (U.S. Navy)……..Nelson W. Waldrop (U.S. Army)…..Robert L. Waldrop (U.S. Navy). Eight from the family of 11 boys and one sister mustered over 90 years of active military service and over 65 years of government service (civil service). One-hundred and fifty-five years serving the United States in war and peace. There were three boys that did not serve in the military Donny, Markus and Steve; they did not because Mother said there would be no more; our family has given enough. This is not to mention the wives that too served in Civil Service. Donald Wayne (89) and I (84) are last of the Waldrop boys. On behalf of our family let us say that there has been no greater honor then to have served you. Thank you for that opportunity. God Bless You and God Bless the United States of America………
Notice
We have FREE old newspapers in the office if you need any for packing glass, fragile things, etc! Open Mon. - Fri. ● 9am - 4pm The Fannin County Leader, 2501 N. Center St. Bonham, TX 75418
Join the Festivities: Holiday Lollipops Are Back! Bring Joy to Downtown Bonham – Reserve Your Lollipop by November 13th!
Press Release Bonham Area Chamber of Commerce Christmas in Bonham is bringing back an old favorite: the Chamber Lollipops are returning to the Square! Years ago, these 22-inch round business signs were
displayed around the Fannin County Courthouse during the holiday season. When courthouse renovations began, the decorations had to move, and our Lollipops spent the last few years at Lollipop Lane. Now, with Fannin County taking on the installation of Bonham’s large Christmas decorations, we’re excited to bring the Lollipops back to Historic Downtown Bonham as part of this year’s Christmas on the Lakes celebration! And they’re not just for businesses! You can order a Lollipop for your business, family, loved one, or even a favorite
pet, making it a fun way to celebrate someone special while supporting the Chamber and adding a little extra Christmas cheer downtown. Chamber members can participate by: ● Displaying your existing Lollipop - $25 Already have a Chamber Lollipop? We’ll pull it out and include it in this year’s holiday display. ● Ordering a NEW Lollipop - $75 Want a new one for your business, family, loved one, or pet? We’ll order a personalized 22inch round sign for this year’s
display. The Lollipops will be part of the downtown Christmas decorations throughout the holiday season — giving you a fun, festive way to support the Chamber and be represented downtown. Deadline to participate: Friday, November 13. Want your business included? Contact Kristi at Kristi@BonhamChamber.com or 903-5834811. We can’t wait to see everyone's Lollipops proudly on display, helping make Downtown Bonham merry, bright, and just a little sweeter this Christmas!
Fannin County Law Library Online
From the office of Newt Cunningham, Fannin County Judge The Fannin County Virtual Law Library is now available online. The library can be accessed twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week on the Fannin County web page with your personal computer or smart phone. The direct link is https://www. co.fannin.tx.us/page/ fannin.law.library. The Library’s primary purpose is to provide public access to laws affecting Fannin County citizens, residents and visitors. Those laws include applicable federal and state, constitu-
tions, 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.
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Game 2/5/19 Warden Field Notes
•Dozer Service •Welding Service •Residential and Commercial Construction • Demolition/Haul-Off •Tree Trimming •Building/House Pads
The $65,000 hogs A Montgomery Co. game warden received a call about someone trespassing to hunt on a lease near Magnolia. Information was that several subjects from a subdivision bordering the lease had come onto the prop-
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erty and shot several hogs.. The first game warden at the scene found where the hogs had been dragged from the lease then followed the trail back to a residence. Soon, another game warden joined the first at the residence to assist with the investigation. While one game warden was interviewing the suspect, the second noticed what appeared to be blood on a 2005 Kawasaki Mule 4x4. The suspect stated the blood on the Mule was old then challenged the game wardens to find evidence of illegal hunting on the Mule and gave consent to search. Well, he forgot about the baggie of marijuana he had in the glove box of the Mule. The game warden also noticed that the ignition had been tampered with and a master lock key was in it. The game warden started asking the suspect questions about the Mule 4x4 and received several different versions as to how he acquired it. The game warden located the VIN and a routine check found that it had been reported stolen through Rice University PD in November 2006. A Caterpillar skid steer loader at the location had its identification plate removed; the secondary VIN was located and it was found to be stolen. While all of this was going on, a man on an ATV drove by the wardens’ location. Suspecting that he may be connected to the poaching call, the game warden chased the ATV operator down and stopped him. The ownership of the ATV came into question, so the game wardens followed the subject to a second residence where several other ATVs were located. They continued their investigation on the trespassing and poaching call along with the possible involvement of the newly discovered ATVs. When the dust finally settled, the Montgomery Co. game wardens had recovered one stolen 2005 Kawasaki Mule 4x4, a stolen Bobcat loader and three stolen ATVs, with an estimated value of $65,000. The first suspect was transported to Montgomery Co. Jail for possession of marijuana. Investigation continues with assistance from local Motor Vehicle Theft Task Force.
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Texoma Report Nov 1. Striped Bass Good on live shad, topwater lures around channels, main lake, points, river channel. Blue Catfish, Channel Catfish, Flathead Catfish Good on cut bait, dough bait, live shad, punch bait, stinkbait around channels, docks, river mouth. Black Crappie, White Crappie Fair on caddis flies, hair jigs, jigs, minnows around brush structure, coves, points, standing timber. Comments: Fishing this week has been good. Striper have been good on live shad. Lots of good fish being caught right now. Fish are looking very healthy going into the winter. Catfish are good on cut shad and punch bait around baited holes and cleaning docks. Crappie are good on minnows and jigs around brush piles. Report submitted by Garrett Beam (Game Warden Marshall County)
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