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13. Discussion regarding Facilities Coordinator Position – Commissioner Pct 2. Commissioner Self reported “I was gonna let y’all know our Facilities Coordinator has resigned. His last day will be on the 12th, and I’d like for one of y’all to interview with me. We’ll be going out internally, probably this week.” DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS: 14. Discussion and possible action regarding lateral transfer of Sheriff’s Deputy to Deputy Constable, Precinct 1 and continuation of current salary minus certificate and Senate Bill 22 pay – Constable Precinct 1. Approved 15. Discussion and possible action to approve enrolling Fannin County employees into Cybersecurity $5.00 per employee – I.T. Director. Approved 16. Discussion and possible action regarding Plat Cancellation; Starfire Ranch on E. FM 1396 in Ivanhoe; Property ID #s 128863, 128864, 128865, 128866, 128867, 128868 and 128869 – Development Services Director. Approved 17. Discussion and possible action to approve waiver of the Fannin County Subdivision Regulations, Section 5.6.b. – Development Services Director. This agenda item passed on 18. Discussion and possible action to enter into an Interlocal Agreement with Lamar County to share specific equipment during emergencies – Commissioner
Precinct 3. Approved 19. Discussion and possible action to add Commissioner Precinct 4 to the Subdivision Committee – Commissioner Precinct 2. Commissioner Self commented first “2 weeks ago, Doug mentioned that he would like to be on the the subdivision committee, me and you ( The Judge) are both on there. I’m the chairman of the board, so one of us would have to step down.” Cunningham responded “Well, I have no intention of stepping down. I’m a lawyer, and I actually can read the regulations and understand them. I don’t think we need to step down. I think Doug can be added, and we just need to give notice of a possible quorum every time we have a meeting.” Self replied “We have an attorney that’s from the district attorney’s office that represents that board.” Cunningham responded “Well, I want to sit on it, and I’m concerned about development in this county, and I’m not going to be excluded from keeping an eye on development. Now, do we want to vote on this now, or do we want to pass on it? ”Commissioner Self responded “I’d like to vote on it. I mean, I’d like to see Doug get on there.” Judge Cunningham responded “And take me off.” Commissioner Self made a motion to remove the County Judge and appoint Commissioner Kopf to the subdivision Committee.
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road in Fannin County? Now, I’m offering a $1,000 reward for the person that comes up with the worst road in Fannin County. Hopefully, there will be a lot of entries. They will show what their roads are like, so we can decide what we should do. The next meeting we have, I’ll have it all fixed with rules.” Fannin County resident Sarah Richardson thanked the Court for holding workshops in the evenings, but asked the Commissioner Court to quit being petty and consider the tone of their voices. “Manners matter, all the way around,” ROUTINE ITEMS: 7. Approve payment of bills – County Auditor. Approved 8. Approve minutes of previous meeting(s) – County Clerk. Approved 9. Report of monies received by the office of Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 for November 2025; $11,813.40 – County Judge (for JP 2). Report Only 10. Report of monies received by the office of Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 for November 2025; $7,799.60 – County Judge (for JP 3) Report Only 11. Report of monies received by the office of County Clerk for November 2025; All Courts $17,265.58 and Land Records $29,734.50 – County Clerk Report Only DISCUSSION ONLY ITEMS: 12. Discussion regarding the internal audit of the Criminal section of the office of District Clerk – County Auditor. The District Clerk accepted the audit and will work on the recommendations that the Auditor’s office made.
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Little tops HG's eight academic All-State '25 football recipients
By Rich Hilliard
Jaxon Little's Elite award led eight Honey Grove senior recipients of Texas High School Coaches Association Academic All-State football status for 2025. Other Honey Grove selections included: Ryelan Morris, 2nd Team; Kobe Patt, 2nd Team; Luke Bryant, 2nd Team; Mason Banker, Honorable Mention; Jarrmez Daniels, Honorable Mention; Zachary Wolfe, Honorable Mention; Lane Foster, Honorable Mention. Other senior recipients from Fannin County high schools were Bonham's Charles Thompson, 2nd Team; Bonham's Bryan Manzanares-Perez, Honorable Mention; Fannindel's Noah Trussell, 1st Team; and Fannindel's Kai Hilliard, Honorable Mention. Besides being senior athletes, the recognition considers their additional excellence in the following categories: GPA (grade point average), class rank and ACT/SAT score.
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Banker. "When he was young, he was super quiet, compared to now. "Now, on the sideline, he's so vocal. He's encouraging. You'd think he is another coach." "He will go down as one of the greatest of alltime here," said Honey Grove senior Ryelan Morris (center seated) on Dec. 3 agrees to extend his Hudson Milford, football career at Baylor University in Waco, Texas, during a National Signing Day Honey Grove ceremony in the Honey Grove High School gymnasium. Photo by Rich Hilliard football offensive Honey Grove's coordinator and Day ceremony He also qualified for the Signing Last month, Ryelan Morris. boys' track coach, "but to he completed Class 2A State boys' track on Dec. 3 commemorated Photo by Rich Hilliard only talk about his statistics his high school competition twice in the his decision, held in the By Rich Hilliard football career, according 100m dash and once in the Honey Grove High School is disrespectful to all those to Honey Grove assistant 200m as an underclassman, gymnasium with friends, sitting at this (signing day) HONEY GROVE -athletics director and football in addition to helping the family, classmates and others table. Coaches on Dec. 3 praised "Ryelan has been a pillar of coach Chase Banker, with Warriors to consecutive three- present. senior Ryelan Morris' time in this program for four years. I Instead, they spoke about believed school highs: 8,500- round postseason advances Honey Grove. have had the privilege to be plus all-purpose yards, 6,000- and a drought-ending district Morris as a person. Whether since his days around him every day," said "Ryelan has been with me plus rushing yards, 100-plus title in boys' basketball. playing pee wee football, first Milford. "He's an awesome Ironically, the coaches' through two Super Bowl rushing touchdowns. donning the orange and white The two-time District kind words didn't include pee wee championships, funny kid and a fantastic of Honey Grove ISD athletics 9-2A-I Most Valuable Player a lot about his athletic two junior high district player and person. or his high school years "He has helped me as a and an All-State selection accomplishments -- on a championships, two varsity as a Warrrior, the spoken coach. He didn't need me, but additionally once had eight day when he celebrated district championships and sentiments sounded similarly. I need him." touchdowns in a single game publicly his decision to seven playoffs games," said Morris has definitely done "I haven't been in Honey and a 109-yard field goal play Division-I football for Banker. great things while at Honey Grove long, but it's been a "Most don't get to coach Baylor University of the Big return. Grove. 12 Conference. A National someone for a decade," said privilege and honor to coach
him," said Kyle Little, firstyear Honey Grove athletics director and head football coach. "Every time others speak about him, they see Ryelan Morris the athlete," said Little. "We see Ryelan Morris the person. He truly is a special person. "He really gets it. He's the most humble and he works hard. It's truly a blessing to have him here." Morris will take his talents to Baylor in 2026. "It was just location and being closer to family and my education," said Morris, who initially committed to Baylor during the 2024 summer, changed to Stanford University (Calif.) last summer and then returned at last to the Waco, Texas school. "I was just closer to the Baylor staff as a whole," said Morris, who looks to see time at running back, on special teams and as a wide out for the Bears. "I see me doing great things for the Baylor community."
Aiming Again To Be In The Mix: LT hoops girls look to extend '25 gym sports successes into 2026 By Rich Hilliard
Leonard's Avery Ross (2) drives across the 3-point arc on Dec. 2. Photo by Rich Hilliard
Leonard's Trinity Newby (11) drives near the 3-point arc with Bonham's Parker Patton (5) in step with her on Dec. 2. Photo by Rich Hilliard
Leonard's Lauren Pemberton (10) looks to pass on Dec. 2. Photo by Rich Hilliard
LEONARD -- Unfortunate streaks thankfully came to an end during calendar year 2025 for Class 3A Leonard's girls' gym sports teams. In February, the Lady Tigers made their first girls' basketball postseason appearance since 2020, narrowly losing to much larger Mount Vernon, 48-42, in the bi-district round. In October, they returned to the volleyball playoffs for the first time since 2019. It took eventual 3A-II State champion Boyd in the area round to stop Leonard, which set a school single-season record for wins in the sport and won its first bi-district match in six tries. This month, the Lady Tigers Leonard's Kylie Houser (1) begin their quest to succeed controls the dribble on Dec. 2. also in calendar 2026, via Photo by Rich Hilliard District 11-3A girls' basketball which starts for them Tuesday, Dec. 16, with a visit from Gunter. Sophomore Avery Ross returns, after sharing the 11-3A Newcomer of the Year award last season. Also returning are junior Riley Brown, an all-district first team selection; junior Bella Neaville and senior Kylie Houser, second team recipients; and senior Micaela Garza and sophomore Emma Houser, both honorable mentions. Lindsay Carter Giles serves as head coach for both sports, currently in her second year at Leonard.
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Commissioners Continued from page 3 The vote was 4-1 with Cunningham voting nay. Judge Cunningham then responded “I’m going to be attending the subdivision committees, and I’m going to be putting out a notice of a quorum. I’m going to be attending… I’m not going to be blinded. There’s been an effort to blind me.” 20. Discussion and possible action to have an auction for surplus furniture inventory in storage – Commissioner Precinct 2. There is currently furniture stored in the USDA building that needs to be sold. The building is being leased by the county and Purchasing Agent Julie Criswell and Commissioner Self want to begin the process to auction off the used furniture. Julie commented “this is a leased building, so this is just another project that needs to be completed so we can release that building.” Commissioner Fogelberg commented
“There’s probably $4,000 worth of furniture down there.” Criswell commented “We would not use that furniture. I have no idea how long that furniture’s been sitting in that warehouse. It’s been there for years. And I do not have a current inventory that was given to me for what’s in there, so that does need to be done.” Judge Cunningham stated “We’ve got furniture that’s in the process of being ordered. We’ve got stuff that’s going to be in the process of being delivered. We’ve got a bunch of things we need to be looking at. So my question is, if this isn’t urgent or immediate, why jump on it now?” Criswell responded “Your Honor, we’re in critical hours. We’re already in December, the second week of December, and we have only so many weeks before we are to move into the Justice Center, so this is really just a conversation of planning, so that this is one more thing that we can take care of.” Commissioner Self clarified the discussion “Well, I just
don’t want to have the Justice Center done, we move people to the Justice Center, and then we’ll still have to be leasing the building to store this furniture, or move the furniture to the Justice Center to put it up for auction.” After a lengthy discussion Commissioners Court approved using Northeast Texas Auction to conduct an auction with a vote of 4-1 with Judge Cunningham voting nay. 21. Discussion and possible action to go out for RFP-2025 006 (Request for Proposal); Fannin County External Auditor – County Judge, Commissioner Precinct 2 and Purchasing Agent. This item was passed on 22. Discussion and possible action to approve cell phone for Attorney Andy Garner; $36.27/monthly, $442.44/ yearly – Purchasing Agent. Approved OPEN DISCUSSION ITEMS:
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23. County policies, ordinances, regulations and enforcement – County Judge 24. Construction; Courthouse repairs and Justice Center – County Judge 25. County budget and revenue sources – County Judge 26. Fannin County roads, water issues and risk assessment – County Judge Fannin resident Sarah Richardson spoke regarding Judge Cunningham’s recent workshop on County Unitization vs. the current Precinct method of road repairs. “Spent a lot of time doing some research prior to the workshop. Approximately 25%, actually less, it calculates out 24% of Texas counties are on the unit system. Whether it’s a county road supervisor or a road engineer, out of 254 approximately 60 to the best of my knowledge in looking at the counties, all of those counties have something Fannin County doesn’t have; a broader
. . KING FOR OO Open discussion items may be passed on unless discussion requested by a member of the
You got a commissioner that’s not doing his job. We’ve got commissioners that do an excellent job. We’ve got Commissioners that historically hadn’t done their jobs, and the area that had that Commissioner, one bad Commissioner after another who was able to keep getting elected because he had a large family, or he went to a big church, didn’t get terminated, and the roads got worse and worse and worse. If you have a road engineer or a person over the roads, you can come in to Commissioners Court and say, let’s fire that guy. You fire him, and you bring somebody else in.” Commissioner Kopf responded to the conversation “You know, I’m not gonna install sleepers on my blades, okay? That’s what you’re talking about.
industrial base. They’re not bedroom communities. And Fannin County has long been a bedroom community for Sherman, Denison, Paris. McKinney.” Sarah then asked the Judge why he was pushing this method of unitization. Cunningham responded. “I think we need to consider the facts. I come from the trucking industry, where we didn’t have equipment sitting around. It wasn’t efficient. We had our equipment operating. One truck, if you have double drivers on it. You don’t have to have two trucks. We have a situation here where we have a tonka sort of thing going on, where everybody wants to have a truck collection or equipment collection. We could unitize that and use our equipment effectively. Does it work? Yes, it works in equipment companies, it works in the industry. I was in trucking transportation, it works very well. You get more out of your people. Another reason I like the unitization system, you get to hold somebody accountable.
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My name is Dale McQueen, and I would like to introduce myself. Although I have lived in Fannin County for 37 years many of you may not know me personally. Despite that you have probably been some part of the many activities and organizations I have been in charge of over the past 15 years. For two years you would have seen me at city council meetings throughout the county as I was a writer for The Fannin County Leader. For ten years I was the Executive Director of the Bonham Area Chamber of Commerce, which was $30,000 in debt when I took over and comfortably in the black when I left. Many Novembers were spent putting up Christmas Decorations around the courthouse square and taking them down again in January. In addition to overseeing the Chamber of Commerce I managed The Fannin County Multipurpose Complex until October 2024. When I took over in 2013 the Complex averaged 10-12 events a year and was subsidized from their endowment account. By 2023 the Complex was hosting over 125
events per year and self-sustaining financially. You may have been part of the many groups that were able to use the complex for free during this time: County sports associations, FFA, 4-H, Boy Scouts, National Dog Shows, exercise groups, and multiple City and County meetings with the public. I also served as a Fannin County Commissioner from August 2023 to December 2024. Service for our community has always been an important part of my life and has been on display many times through the years by my work across all organizations and elected offices throughout the county. Whether it was working with County Judges to determine upcoming revenue and budgets, reaching out to others to put them on the right track of who to contact for issues such as the previous ownership of Willow Wild Cemetery, or just working with new groups such as the Red River Beefmaster’s to start up their annual bull and heifer sales. After input by a group of over 30 people from across the county, I was picked in August 2023 to fill out the remaining term of a County Commissioner that resigned before their term ended in December 2024. In just seventeen months I was able to identify a way for the county to increase their revenue per year by almost a million dol-
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when He gave us the Holy Spirit, who is our “Helper,” our “advocate,” the one who walks alongside us to comfort and convict. If you are a true believer, the Holy Spirit lives inside of your right now! Let us pour out our praise and thanksgiving this Christmas season for the precious gift of the Holy Spirit! For His Glory, Lyn and Lissa
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The Importance of Fellowship Hello everyone! This week’s devotion comes from Hebrews 10:25, which tells us, “Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.” We, as believers, should never abandon the opportunity to meet together for worship and fellowship. In the early church, some Christians were leaning away from fellowship, avoiding worship gatherings because of persecution, and becoming spiritually careless and discouraged. The writer of Hebrews encourages us not to set ourselves apart. Meeting together with fellow Christians is important for worship, encouragement, strength, accountability, and mutual support for the trials that we face. When
we set ourselves apart from these gatherings, it is a very harmful pattern because it weakens our faith, and leaves us more vulnerable to fear and temptation. Rather than setting ourselves apart, we are called to encourage one another. This means urging each other on in the faith, comforting the weary around us, strengthening those that are wavering, and reminding each other of God’s promises. We must remember that fellowship is not just about coming together, it’s about helping each other remain strong in Jesus Christ. The day approaching refers to the day of the Lord’s return, the final judgment, and God’s plan coming to fruition. As the end draws near, trials increase, temptation grows, and spiritual deception gets more intense. Therefore, we need fellowship now more than ever.
In 1819, George Askins wrote this classic hymn that comes from the message in this passage. “Brethren, we have met to worship And adore the Lord our God; Will you pray with all your power, While we try to preach the Word? All is vain unless the Spirit Of the Holy One comes down; Brethren, pray, and holy manna Will be showered all around. Brethren, see poor sinners round you Slumbering on the brink of woe; Death is coming, hell is moving, Can you bear to let them go? See our fathers and our mothers, And our children sinking down;Brethren, pray and holy manna Will be showered all around.” Bro. Josh Stevenson
The Universal Way To Heaven By Mike Dickison Minister for the Ivanhoe Church of Christ How many ways are there, to heaven? Some would say, “infinite ways to heaven,” while others would say, “many ways to heaven,” still some would say “more than one way to heaven.” The Bible declares ONE universal way to heaven. The universal way to heaven is through Jesus. The Lord stated, “I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me” (John 14:6). Peter preached “Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved” (Acts 4:12). Paul told Christians that “God hath not appointed us to wrath, but to obtain salvation by our Lord Jesus Christ” (1
Thessalonians 5:9). Timothy received this message from Paul, “Therefore I endure all things for the elect's sakes, that they may also obtain the salvation which is in Christ Jesus with eternal glory” (2 Timothy 2:10). The universal way to heaven is through the gospel of Jesus Christ. All must believe the good news of salvation in Christ. Paul declared boldly that he was “not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to everyone that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek” (Romans 1:16) The crowd in Antioch in Pisidia were told “to you is the word of this salvation sent” (Acts 13:26). Christians in the first century “trusted, after that they heard the word of truth, the gospel of their salvation” (Ephesians 1:13). The universal way to heav-
No More Walls
by Wil Pounds The Jewish temple had a “no trespassing” sign that prevented all non-Jewish persons from going beyond a certain area. It was enforced on the punishment of death. The nonJews could go only so far as the Court of the Gentiles, and the Jewish women could go only so far as the Court of the Women. The temple was surrounded by courts that formed layers of separation from the inner shrine of the Holy of Holies. The innermost court was the Court of the Priests who constantly attended the daily sacrifices and led in the worship of Yahweh or the LORD God. Next was the Court of Israel into which only Jewish men could enter and worship. After this was the Court of the Women, which indicated, that Jewish women could go no further into the temple. The outer perimeter was the Court of the Gentiles with a five-foot barricade that went around the entire temple enclosure. At intervals on the wall separating the Jewish from the non-Jewish people were
inscriptions warning that no non-Jewish persons were ever permitted to enter the Jewish enclosure upon the punishment of death. Archaeologists found such a stone inscription in 1871 dating back to the Jewish temple. It read, “No foreigner is to enter within the banister and embankment around the sanctuary. Whoever is caught will have himself to blame for his own death which follows.” The bottom line was, “Trespassers will be killed.” In fact, the apostle Paul almost got himself killed in the temple because of false rumors that he took a Gentile into the sacred area (Acts 21:27-31). Jesus tore down the wall. No, He did not do it with His hands. He did it with His cross. “But now in Christ Jesus you who used to be far away have been brought near by the blood of Christ” (Ephesians 2:13 NET). Powerful is the message of the cross. Paul goes on to describe the effects of the blood of Jesus on the wall of separation. “For he is our peace, the one who
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en is through Christ’s plan. Jesus said, “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life” (John 3:16). Peter speaks of faith, “Receiving the end of your faith, even the salvation of your souls” (1 Peter 1:9). Paul wrote that “godly sorrow worketh repentance to salvation not to be repented of: but the sorrow of the world worketh death” (2 Corinthians 7:10). Paul reminded Christians “For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation” (Romans 10:10). Christ said, “He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned” (Mark 16:16). The Lord declared “he that endureth to the end shall be saved” (Matthew 10:32). made both groups into one and who destroyed the middle wall of partition, the hostility . . . He did this to create in himself one new man out of two, thus making peace, and to reconcile them both in one body to God through the cross, by which the hostility has been killed . . .” (vv. 14-16 NET). The sin barrier between man and God was removed by the death of Christ and as a result man is reconnected to God. Jesus provided the only way that man can approach God. He effectively removed the dividing walls. It is through Christ Jesus we both [Jewish and non-Jewish] have our access in one Spirit to the Father (v. 18). The result is “you are no longer foreigners and noncitizens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints and members of God’s household” (v. 19). The cause of the perpetual hostility has been removed. Sin was dealt with at the cross. The enmity has been so completely laid aside that complete friendship follows. Where there was hostility Christ has accomplished reconciliation. We are at peace with God.
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Marlene Calloway
Our beloved Mother, Marlene Calloway, passed away peacefully on December 4, 2025 at the age of 84. Born on July 1,1941 in Kansas City, Kansas. She is preceded in death by her parents Kenneth & Eleanor Frye, brother Ronald Frye, & husband’s Gene Chandler & Earl Calloway. She was a citizen of Trenton, Tx & is currently survived by her children in order of birth: Darrell Chandler of Greenville, TX, Randell Chandler of Stonewall, OK, Sherry Chandler of Orlando, FL, a daughter-in-law, 3 grandchildren, & numerous step grandchildren. Marlene’s warmth, laughter, & unconditional love filled our lives with joy. She was happiest among her family and friends, serving God as a church secretary and choir member, listening to music, dancing with family, and good times with good company. She was a devoted mother & animal lover, often donating to animal charities & making sure her children lacked for nothing. Her patience & humor shaped us into who we are today. We’re grateful for every memory & moment shared. She will never be forgotten & will always be cherished. Family & friends were invited to a celebration of Marlene’s life at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home on December 8, 2025 at 2:00 PM. To share a memory or leave an online condolence please visit, www.coopeersorrells.com
Luther George Littrell
Luther George Littrell, affectionately known as “Luke,” passed away peacefully on December 1, 2025, in Bonham, Texas. Born on April 30, 1926, in Marlow, Oklahoma, Luke lived a full and rewarding life, which he dedicated to family, work, and his community. Luke’s goal was to make it to 100 years old and came close at 99.5. The half was very important to him. Arrangements are under the direction of Wise Funeral Home in Bonham. Luke’s professional journey began as a machinist and welder, culminating in his retirement from Fiberite in Greenville, Texas, in 1993. His skills and dedication to his craft were matched only by his willingness to lend a hand to anyone in need. Luke was a problem solver at heart, known for his ability to repair anything, a talent that endeared him to those
around him. Having grown up in a large family, with eight brothers and three sisters, Luke learned the values of hard work and resilience early in life. As a young boy, he labored on the family farm, nurturing a lifelong love for raising livestock and caring for animals. This connection to rural life not only shaped his work ethic but also instilled a deep appreciation for nature and family bonds. Luke’s service to his country during World War II is a testament to his character. He proudly served in the Army Airforce in the Philippines, an experience that further cultivated his sense of duty and commitment to his community. He is survived by his son, David Littrell and his wife Gale, along with his daughter, Jean Littrell. Luke cherished his family dearly and often spoke of their importance in his life. Luke is predeceased by his beloved wife, Inez Littrell, and his son, Mike Littrell. He also mourns the loss of his parents, C.R. and Wilma Littrell, as well as his brothers Bill, Pete, Junior, Donald Littrell, and his sister Jackie Littrell. His legacy includes his cherished granddaughter, Shawn Eaton, and grandsons Jeremy Littrell and wife Gina, Clint Littrell, A.J Littrell, and Kevin Littrell. His great grandchildren, Jack Littrell, Brooke Phillips, Charlie Littrell, Audrey Littrell, and Natasha Littrell, are a source of pride and joy in his family’s lives. Luke will also be missed by his sisters, Ruby Eaton and her husband Craig, and Geraldine Cross, as well as his brother, Melvin Littrell and his wife Mary. He leaves behind sisters-in-law Dorothy Littrell and Kathy Littrell, numerous nieces, nephews, and special family friends who will remember him fondly. A visitation for Luther George Littrell was held on December 6, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, followed by a funeral service from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Wise Funeral Home located at 219 W Sam Rayburn Dr, Bonham, Texas. Burial followed at Forest Grove Cemetery in Telephone Texas with Military Honors. Luther George Littrell’s life was a rich tapestry woven from love, hard work, and dedication. He will be profoundly missed by all who were fortunate enough to have known him. In lieu of Flowers please make a Donation to: Forest Grove Cemetery, P.O. Box 23 Telephone, Texas 75488.
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Vera Nell Dickey Vera Nell Dickey passed away on December 6, 2025, at Rock Creek Health facility in Sulphur Springs, Texas after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s. She was born in Bonham on September 9, 1926, to Cromer and Ethel Crutcher. She married L.H. Dickey on August 3, 1945, and he preceded her on January 3, 2006. She and L.H. owned and operated Dickey’s Grocery Store in Bonham for about 20 years. She later went to work at Bonham MFG until it closed. Survivors include her daughter Doris Bryant and husband Roy of Yantis, Texas; Grandson Jeffrey Jones of Bonham, Texas; Great-Grandson, Justin Jones and Liz of Sherman, Texas; and Great Great Granddaughter Jaelyn Jones of Sherman, Texas. She is also survived by a brother Paul B. Crutcher and wife Becky of Bonham, along with several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents Cromer and Ethel Crutcher, brothers Charles Crutcher and Marlin Crutcher and sister Ruby Jean Bivins. She was also preceded by three nephews. Visitation was held from 6:00 – 8:00 PM on Tuesday December 9, 2025, at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home. Service was Wednesday December 10, 2025, at 2:00 PM at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home. Burial followed at Willow Wild Cemetery in Bonham. The service was officiated by Bro Steve Couch. Pallbearers were William Robertson, Glenn Whitaker, Keith Dickey, Justin Jones, Jeff Jones, and Jim Biggers. To leave an online condolence or share a memory please visit www.coopersorrells.com
David Dewayne Hunt
David Dewayne Hunt, 64, of Bailey, Texas passed away on November 19, 2025 with his beloved wife at his side. He was born on October 12, 1961, in Lockney, Texas, the son of Joe Grady Hunt and Betty Lou Elledge Hunt. David was known for his dependable nature and embodiment of true friendship. David was a craftsman with a talent for building and repairing. He proudly established his own business, DDH Roofing and Home Repair, in 1993, where he used his skills and work ethic for over three decades. David was known as a jack of all trades. His legacy is one of hard work, dedication, and a sincere desire to help others. David married Michelle Renay Smith Hunt on April 24, 1990, in Bailey, Texas. Together they shared a loving 35 years full of memories. David is preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Betty Hunt, daughter, Betty Sue Hunt, and brother Joe Arthur Hunt. He is survived by his beloved wife, Michelle Hunt, children, David Dewayne Hunt II, Stephanie Hunt, Michael Hunt, Haley Hunt, and Brandie Hunt, along with numerous grandchildren, his brothers, James Hunt, Terry Hunt, and Tom Hunt, including extended family and a host of friends. David will be deeply missed by all that knew him. A memorial service was held at the Lake Bonham Pavilion on December 12, 2025, from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home. To leave an online condolence or share a memory please visit, www.coopersorrells.com
Cathy Cain Elmore
Cathy Cain Elmore, 68, of Blossom, Texas passed away on December 6, 2025, at Paris Regional Hospital. Born on April 29, 1957, in Bonham, Texas, Cathy was a lifelong resident of Texas. A proud graduate of Honey Grove High School, Class of 1975. Cathy had a profound love for the outdoors, often spending her free time camping and fishing. Her adventurous spirit and appreciation for nature brought joy to all who knew her. Cathy’s kindness and warm heart touched the lives of many. She is preceded in death by her parents, Dwight and Annell Cain, and husband Ralph Elmore. Cathy is survived by her loving sisters, Karen Odom and husband Ronnie of Windom, and Marie “Snookie” Hawkins of Honey Grove, who will cherish the memories they created together. A memorial service was held at CooperSorrells Funeral Home in Honey Grove at 2:00 PM, Thursday, December 11, 2025. A visitation followed the service until 4:00 PM. To leave an online condolence or share a memory please visit, www.coopersorrells.com
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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.
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Wanda Faye Francis Worsham
Wanda Faye Francis Worsham, born on May 15, 1945, in Sherman, Texas, passed away peacefully in her home of natural causes on December 7, 2025. A devoted homemaker, Wanda dedicated her life to her family, creating a warm and nurturing environment for those she loved. She is survived by her two children: daughter, Allison Worsham Barker and son, Warren Keith Worsham, both of Allen, Texas as well as four cherished grandchildren: Olivia Barker, Elliott Worsham, Ava Worsham, and Knox Worsham. Wanda also leaves behind her baby sister, Judy Snider of Whitesboro, Texas and big brother, Donald Francis of Bells, Texas along with numerous nieces and nephews. Wanda and her husband, Keith, graduated from Sherman High School in 1963. They married on June 28, 1968 and were happily married for 28 years before his sudden passing in July of 1997. She was employed by Texas Instruments in the 1960’s and 1970’s, proud of her work on some of the first ever created microchips. In the 1980’s, she turned her love for babies into a position as an infant caregiver at Allen Meadows Day School. Wanda was a voracious reader with a passion for mysteries and current events. She was also an estate sale enthusiast. An animal lover at heart, Wanda had a special connection with pets, always caring for the neighborhood strays with kindness and affection. Wanda’s life was marked by countless memorable moments shared with her family, who will fondly remember her beautiful smile, sense of humor, stubbornness and unwavering support. She will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. Wanda is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Keith Daniel Worsham, father, Daniel Lee Francis and mother, Dorothy Helen Francis Houser. A memorial graveside will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, December 20, 2025 at Grove Hill Cemetery in Leonard, Texas. To convey condolences and to sign an online registry, please visit www.tjmfuneral.com.
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Bobby Shane Richardson was born September 28, 1971 in San Diego, California, the son of William Thomas Richardson and Thelma Jean Newman Richardson. He enjoyed riding motorcycles and racing RC Cars with his friends. Bobby worked in production maintenance for Lone Star / Carrus Reels for 10 years. Bobby was preceded in death by his parents, twin sister, Brenda Jane, Aunt Carla Adams, and Uncle Arnold Richardson. Bobby leaves to cherish his memories his daughter, Rebecca Richardson (Jesse Clark), grandchildren, Dylan, Colton, Ethan, and Lillian, Aunt Sue Richardson, Uncles Henry Leslie, Jr. and Norman Lee, and numerous cousins, extended family and friends. Bobby passed away December 3, 2025 in Fannin County. Cremation arrangements are under the care of Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home. To leave an online condolence or share a memory please visit www.cooper-sorrells.com
Arthur Frank Boehler
Arthur Frank Boehler, age 95 of Paris, TX was born at home in Michigan Prairie, Fannin County on January 26, 1930, to Frank Boehler and Willie Mae Phillips Boehler and lived in Honey Grove for most of his life. He went to be with His Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 9, 2025, peacefully and surrounded by his loving family. During his life he was a farmer, machine operator, hunter and fisherman and served in the Army in the Korean War. But his greatest love was his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He went to as many every day and special events as he could for each of them. Survivors include sisters Hattie Sherwood, Tommie McDowell, Ruth Logan and Mary Franks, brother James (Mary) Boehler; his special friend and companion of over 20 years, Jean Ottmo; daughters Paula Jean (Rudy) Franco, Denise (Clifford) Leach and son, Bryan (Valary) Boehler; Grandchildren Kara Browning, Frank Clinton Fry, Matthew (Amy) Leach, Renee (Kelly) Keeling, Rachael Boehler, Christopher (Kristen) Boehler and Callie (Chris) Baker; Great-Grandchildren Kolton Keeling, Cassie Browning, Natasha Whipkey, Kalem Whipkey, Kyndal Keeling, Jaxx Leach, Veronica Browning, Aubri Baker, Maddox Whipkey, Adley Baker and Easton Boehler, many nieces and nephews plus a host of loving friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, sisters Elizabeth Wall and Matha Mann, and brothers, Jimmy Earl, Phillip and William Boehler. Family Visitation was held at Cooper Sorrells Funeral Home in Honey Grove, TX on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 10:00-11:00 am with graveside service immediately following at Forest Hill Cemetery in Lamar County at 11:30 am. The family would like to thank the staff of Paris Regional Medical Center and Heart to Heart Hospice for their compassionate care in Daddy’s last days and The Home Place, Colonial Lodge and Chambers Home Health for their loving care in the past few years. To share a memory or leave an online condolence please visit, www.coopersorrells.com
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Pursuant to Section 372.009(c) and (d) of the Texas Local Government Code, as amended (the “Act”), notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Leonard, Texas (“City”), will hold a public hearing to accept public comments and discuss the petition (the “Petition”), filed by Leonard Crossings Partners LP, a Texas limited partnership (the “Petitioner”), requesting that the City create the Tiger Crossing Public Improvement District (the “District”) to include property owned by the Petitioner and further described herein (the “Property”). Time and Place of the Hearing. The public hearing will start at 6:30 p.m. on January 20, 2026 at the City Hall, 111 W. Collins, Leonard, Texas. General Nature of the Proposed Authorized Improvements. The proposed public improvements may include: (i) design, construction and other allowed costs related to street and roadway improvements, including related earthwork, sidewalks, drainage, utility relocation, signalization, landscaping, lighting, signage, off-street parking, and rights-of-way; (ii) design, construction and other allowed costs related to improvement of parks and open space, together with any ancillary structures, features, or amenities such as trails, playgrounds, walkways, lighting, and any similar items located therein; (iii) design, construction, and other allowed costs related to sidewalks and landscaping and hardscaping, fountains, lighting, and signage; (iv) design, construction, and other allowed costs related to water, wastewater, and drainage (including detention) improvements and facilities; (v) design, construction, and other allowed costs related to projects similar to those listed in subsections (i) - (iv) above authorized by the Act, including similar off-site projects that provide a benefit to the property within the District; (vi) special supplemental services for improvement and promotion of the District; (vii) payment of costs associated with operating and maintaining the public improvements listed in subparagraphs (i) (v) above; (viii) payment of costs associated with developing and financing the public improvements listed in subparagraphs (i) - (v) above, which may include but are not limited to, costs associated with the issuance of revenue bonds secured by assessments levied against the Property within the District; and (ix) costs of establishing, administering, and operating the District (collectively, the “Authorized Improvements”). These Authorized Improvements shall promote the interests of the City and confer a special benefit upon the Property. Estimated Cost of the Authorized Improvements. The estimated cost to design, acquire and construct the Authorized Improvements, together with bond issuance costs, eligible legal and financial fees, eligible credit enhancement costs and eligible costs incurred in establishment, administration and operation of the District is approximately $8,000,000. Proposed District Boundaries. The District is proposed to include approximately 45.1515 acres of land to be included within the corporate limits of the City and as more particularly described by a metes and bounds description available for public inspection at the office of the City Secretary, 111 W. Collins, Leonard, Texas. Proposed Method of Assessment. The City shall levy assessments on each parcel within the District in a manner that results in imposing equal shares of the costs on property similarly benefited. All assessments may be paid in full at any time (including interest and principal), and certain assessments may be paid in annual installments (including interest and principal). If an assessment is allowed to be paid in installments, then the installments must be paid in amounts necessary to meet annual costs for those Authorized Improvements financed by the assessment, and must continue for a period necessary to retire the indebtedness of those Authorized Improvements (including interest).
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CITY OF LEONARD, TEXAS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE CREATION OF TIGER CROSSING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
Proposed Apportionment of Cost between the District and the City. The City will not be obligated to provide any funds to finance the Authorized Improvements, except for assessments levied on real property within the District. No municipal property in the District shall be assessed. All of the costs of the Authorized Improvements will be paid from assessments and from other sources of funds, if any, available to the Petitioner.
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PUBLIC AUCTION The following vehicles will be sold at public auction on Monday, Monday, DecemPUBLIC AUCTION 123 ACRES ber 23, 2025 at 9:00 am, at NOTICE: FOR SALE Bill’s Auto Body & Wrecker Dec. 23, 2025 at 8 am in FANNIN COUNTY Service, 2630 N. Center Contents of the following On Highway 11 near Wolfe St., Bonham, TX 75418. storage units located at City. Ponds, barns, gravel 1996 CHEVROLET Bonham Best Storage, roads. $4.765 million. 2006 TOYOTA 2624 N. Center St., Bon214-803-6214 2004 KIA ham, TX 75418, will be 2008 VW sold to the highest bidder if OFFICES FOR RENT: 2008 CHEVROLET rent is not paid in full. 520 S. Center 1999 FORD Units rented by: Bonham, TX 75418 2024 CHEVROLET Bridget Krajcovic, #616 2 offices, bathroom & storage area, Plenty of parking space. $750 per month. (utilities not included) Call or text 903-583-0108. a record of significant events (such as those
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National Central Road Marker Text: Created 1844 to connect Texas Republic with the United States. Route began in Dallas, to go to Kiomatia Crossing of Red river. Surveyed by Maj. George W. Stell, road was to be 30’ wide and clear of tree stumps more than a foot high. Route ran north of land of John H. Loring (1 mi.E of present Ladonia), coming eastward to make abrupt north turn here and push over Sulphur River at crossing named for Isaac Lyday, who came here in 1836. A small segment of the road may still be seen (1972) skirting Lyday Cemetery in the W. D. Wehrmann, Jr., pasture, just east of FM 904, southwest of Dial. Location: The marker was stolen. It was previously located at the juncture of FM 904 and Highway 64.
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Bonham, Texas – The Creative Arts Center in Bonham has many activities planned for the holiday season. Kidz Krew Christmas Dinner Theatre will have two shows only. Friday, Dec 19 and Saturday, Dec 20 at 7 pm in the main gallery of the art center. Tickets are $20 each and include dinner and the show. Tickets must be purchased in advance before noon on Dec 18 or before they are sold out. No tickets will be sold at the door. Art Classes – The Center continues to have a wide variety of art classes scheduled for all ages. Gel Plates with Wanda Oliver will be held on Dec 16 and Jan 29 from 10 am to 4 pm. Junk Journal Club will meet on Dec 17 and Jan 28 from 2-4 pm. Garden Charm Workshop with Michelle Haynes will be held on Dec 18 from 11 am to 2 pm. Oil Pastels with Tatiana Murray will be on Dec 19 from 10 am to 12:30 pm. In the new year, there will be many of the regular art classes, plus some new ones. Kids Embroidery with Sandy and Beginner Macrame with Kristi will be on Jan 10. Brush & Brunch with Jaye will be on Jan 13 from 11 am to 3 pm. Mixed Media and Music is on Jan 16 from 1-3 pm. Watercolors with Chris Cravens will be on Jan 16 and with Tatiana Murray on Jan 6 and Jan 20 from 10 am to noon. Oil Pastels with Tatiana Murray will be on Jan 27 from 10 am to 12:30 pm. Resin Tray class with Karen
Sigler will be on Jan 17. Kids Crafts with Jaye and Youth Mixed Media with Sandy will be from 4-5 pm on Jan 20 & 27. More details about all of the art classes are posted on the center’s website. All classes require advanced registration, which can be completed on the center’s website or at the center’s office. Other Classes –Kristi Dunbar teaches yoga on Tuesdays at 6 pm and Jenny Schero teaches chair yoga on Wednesdays at 1 pm. Classes are $10 each for members and $15 each for non-members. Poetry at the Art Center is a free monthly gathering of folks who enjoy reading and listening to poetry. The next one is set for Jan 22 from 6:30 – 8:00 pm. Starting in January, there will be a book club that meets monthly on the second Thursday of the month. Details will be posted on the website soon. The Art Center’s normal hours of operation are Tuesday – Friday from 10 am to 5 pm and Saturdays from 10 am to noon. Be sure to remember the center’s art gallery and gift shop when doing your holiday shopping. The center will be closed from December 24 to January 1. They will re-open on January 2 at 10 am. The Creative Arts Center is a nonprofit organization with a mission of supporting the arts in Fannin County. They are located at 200 W 5th in downtown Bonham. Get more info by calling (903) 640-2196 or going to www. CreativeArtsCenterBonham. org.
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Bois d’Arc FAIR. Normal stain; 50 degrees; 2.05 below pool. Bass are fair to good mid morning to the afternoon in 5-8 feet of water suspending jerkbaits around pond dams and bushes. Chatterbaits and spinnerbaits are working around grass and bushes in 4-6 feet. Texas rigged creature baits fished very slow around old road beds and big trees are fair in 5-8 feet. Report by Marc Mitchell, Mitchell’s Guide Service. Crappie are excellent on tree tops in river channels with minnows on a 1/16 ounce jighead. Crappie can be found from the 897 Bridge to the dam. Report by River Bottom Boys Guide Service. Texoma GOOD. Water stained; 57 degrees; 0.32 feet above pool. Striper fishing for better quality fish is getting hotter as water temperature cools into the 50s. Swimbaits and sassy shad early are catching bigger fish on structures in 10-20 feet. The deadstick bite is really taking off, drifting flukes 50-65 feet of water. Live bait with medium-large gizzards is still catching fish on Main lake points and ledges 25-40 feet of water. Catfishing in the deep water is starting to produce more big fish with the water temperature continuing to fall, 40-60 feet of water on deep flats drifting large cut baits. Crappie fishing will continue to improve as the water temperatures have fallen into the mid 50s and the crappie start to settle in on structure and brush piles in 20-30 feet of water.
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Dear Santa, My name is Kira. I am 8 years old. I have been trying really hard to be good, I have been trying to keep my Dad and Mom happy. I have tried to keep my family happy and trying to comfort people but I’m nervous. I would like to ask for a 6 feet wide and tall box, a VR headset, a giant doll, Fancy Nancy books, painting supplies, or a tablet. -Kira, 3rd Grade
Dear Santa, My name is Mikeyla. I am 7 years old. I have been nice this year because I help take care of my little brother. I would like to ask for a Jeep, a kitchen, and a Johnny puppet. -Mikeyla, 2nd Grade
Dear Santa, My name is Graysen. I am 9 years old. I have been nice. I have been good this year because I have been helping with chores. I would like to ask for Madden ‘26 game card, a drone with a
video camera on it, VR, PS5, and NBA2K26 for PS5. -Graysen, 3rd Grade Dear Santa, My name is Khaizer. I am 8 years old. I Have been nice this year because I take care of my dog. I would like to ask for a new PS5, a pinball game, Hershey’s chocolate, and a remote control truck. -Khaizer, 3rd Grade Dear Santa, My name is Bradley. I am 9 years old. I have been trying really hard this year, because my Mom told me to do something and I did it. I would like to ask for a dirt bike, a basketball hoop, a PS5, and a new VR because I have one but it’s dirty and a new iPhone. -Bradley, 3rd Grade
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Dear Santa, My name is Zoey. I am 8 years old. I have been nice! I have been good because I’ve been helping my Mom and Dad. I would like to ask for an art kit, coloring books, a lava lamp, roller skates, a Disney gift card, glitter pens, and purple bean bag chair. -Zoey, 2nd Grade Dear Santa, My name is Atlee. I am 7 years old. I have been nice this year because I have been sharing with my sister, Lila, and my brother, RJ. I would like to ask for an art kit, a pokemon kit, a lava lamp, and an elf on the shelf. -Atlee, 2nd Grade
Dear Santa, My name is Jenevieve. I am 8 years old. I have been good this year because I have been cleaning my room. I would like to ask for a stuffed dog, a rainbow toy horse, a toy dog that is plastic, a baby play toy, and a stuffed giraffe. -Jenevieve, 2nd Grade Dear Santa, My name is TJ. I am 7 years old. I have been nice. I have been good this year because I’ve been helping my mom and dad and helped decorate a Christmas tree. I would like to ask for a VR headset, toy cars, and a toy tractor and a moving dinosaur. -Terrance, 2nd Grade Dear Santa, My name is Bentleigh. I am eight years old. I have been trying really hard this year, I have been listening to my teacher. I would like to ask for a hoverboard, an art set, a nail set, some skates, and a side by side. -Bentleigh, 3rd Grade
Dear Santa, My name is Bradley. I am 8 years old. I have been trying really hard this year, I’ve been nice to my brothers and I haven’t picked on them. I would like to ask for a microscope and a Bismuth crystal.
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Trail Life and American Heritage Girls of Fannin County bring the joy and meaning of Christmas through Christmas caroling, hand delivered Christmas cards and the saving Gospel of Jesus Christ, they shared the meaning of Christmas at Seven Oaks Nursing Home Courtesy photo John Burnett takes Oath of Office as Mayor from City of Bonham Municipal Court Judge Michael Evans
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֍ Sunday, December 21, 2025 ֍ 7:00 – 8:30 PM ֍ The Armory – Bonham, Texas Featuring: Soprano Andrea Rodríguez-Gómez Pianist Carlisle Mott Organists Manny Mora & Kristen Maxwell and the St. Elizabeth Choir
Kevin Hayes takes Oath of Office as Mayor Pro Tem from City of Bonham Municipal Court Judge Michael Evans
Commissioners Continued from page 6 You’re talking about interstate highways, where the driver switches one sleeps, one drives. We don’t do that on the county. We’re on gravel roads, we’re not on state highways. Plus, this is the most inefficient place I’ve ever worked in my life. It’s government. That’s why. I’ve mentioned that we ought to privatize. You know, I mean, we get 14 paid holidays. I can go on and on how inefficient this county is. So don’t start telling me I’m wasting money. It’s the way the county’s run. And hiring other people are not going to help, because you know what happens? They fit right in with the county way of doing things, and they become just as inefficient as everybody else. I come out of a corporate America. I managed a team that was number one in the nation. I know how to do it, but I can’t do it here. I’ve
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tried, and I’ve tried. Because we are so inefficient with our dollars. And by the way, we can’t hire good people because we don’t have the money to do it. Amazing. This is Fannin County. Until we get revenue to do these things, and I’m not against unitization, I’m not against a road engineer, but we have… he has nothing to work with. I wasn’t forced to live here. I chose to come here because of the beauty, the folks, the country atmosphere. I love it here. That’s why I do this. I was retired when I took this job, and now you want to say I’m not worth what I’m making? You want to belittle me? And by the way, the other day, Wednesday, I want to give a shout out to our two… constables that were here, because I felt like your hate speech created a mob environment. I’ve been called words on the way out, I’ve never been called in my life. But I’m glad those two people were here, because I think it would have turned into a brawl. That was instigated by
you, sir.” Sarah then asked the Judge if he already had someone in mind for the Road Engineer. Cunningham responded “No, I don’t. I’ve even thought about maybe having one of our commissioners who’s already on the books… being paid to be in charge of the roads. It makes sense to have one person in charge, and it doesn’t cost any more money. There are ways… I come from the business world. I dealt with billions of dollars in revenue that I was involved in managing. And he’ll know what needs to be done, and he can prioritize. It’s not four different guys with their own gigs who want to do their own things. But that way, you can at least move it around. You don’t have to wait 4 years for an election to get rid of somebody. You get a bad egg in there, it may be 4 years til you can get rid of them. That’s a long ride, and when you get multiple years built up in a county where that county’s responsible for all its roads, those roads turn
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and all of us are sharing equipment. You know, hauling the millings that the state gave us for free. Kirk brought his backhoe over. I had my frontend loader. We actually helped haul some, millings to Precinct 1, because they couldn’t get to it. I mean, we’re really sharing, and I know that wasn’t in the past, because I had some… a commissioner sit right here and say he wasn’t going to share his equipment, because we tear it up. Well, that’s when I started saying, I will repair what I borrow, and I borrowed a roller from AJ, and I repaired it. And as long as we can do that. We’re… it’s a win-win. Well, pooling equipment, I’m not going to argue against that, whether it’s done through unitization or voluntarily.” Adjourn
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Dear Santa, I want a little monster truck. I also want a teddy bear for my sister. I want red slime for me and yellow for my sister. The elves put the toys in the sleigh, and the reindeer pull the sleigh up in the air. Love, Wyatt Dear Santa, I am wanting a dirt bike for Christmas, because I have never had one. I call those little white flowers wish flowers. Maybe you can bring my baby sister a crib toy and my other sister might want a truck toy. I wish I could fly on your sleigh. Sometimes I call it a one horse open sleigh. I wish we could play in the snow on the playground! Love, Jentry Dear Santa, I like a rocket, because they blast off! I love trains also. I want an airplane or a jet for Christmas and maybe a car. I think my sister wants a rocket and a train, too. I want to leave milk and cookies for you and your reindeer! I want Christmas tree cookies, too! I want a tiny leaf blower for me and a big one for all my family. I love you, Santa Jaxtin
Dear Santa, I went to see you the other day, and I told you I want Gabby’s dollhouse. I have a hula hoop at my Tootsie’s office, and I really want one at my house! I want one of those things that is a headband, and you pick up toys with it. I want a snowglobe. My Hunter has a snowglobe, and there is a pretty snowflake in there. Hunter was trying to make it go around, and she threw it on the ground. I want a playpen, so I can play with my baby brother. I want a baby brother, but I don’t have one. Love, Andi Dear Santa, I love robots! I want you to bring my daddy some daddy toys! I want a train for Christmas. My sister wants a doll house and my brother wants a tiny red truck. Rudolph has a red nose. Your beard is all white. I have been good! Love, F.B. Dear Santa, I want a Harry Potter wand for Christmas. I want a tablet and some headphones. My sister wants a blue whale. I want tennis shoes and a piano for Christmas, too! I want a claw machine and an eraser. June Dear Santa, I want a motorbike for Christmas. I want my own set of magnets. And, I want a whole big robot for Christma. I want a BIG jar
of Skittles ALL for me! That is all I want! I think Cheyenne might like some new Barbie dolls! I want one of your elves. I am going to leave some milk and cookies for you, and I want you to leave some for me. I also want to tell you I have been good! And, that is all for me! Love, Sawyer Dear Santa, I want to feed the reindeer when you come to my house. I would like a unicorn for Christmas. I am going to leave you some milk and cookies. And, I want a doctor set and a skipping rope. I also want a mermaid with a fish tank and a few fish. I want a claw machine and a little baby set like Mrs. Nichols has. Mrs. Claus, I want you to come down and see me! Love, Kambry Dear Santa, What do you do with your elves? Can I get a car toy? I want a Lamborghini. I want a train. I want a rainbow doll and a baby doll. Will you bring my sister a doll also? I am thankful for things! I have a wobbly tooth you know! Love, Lillith
Dear Santa, I want a remote control RC car! I also want a new claw machine like Mrs. Nichols has. I want a remote control dinosaur and a remote control elf. I want a pogo stick, so I can practice how to do it. I would like to have a skateboard also. I love you, Santa Mason Dear Santa, I love you! I want to give you something you gave me. I want a make-up set and wiggly slime. I want a book, and I wish that I could do homework. I want my brother to have a monster truck and my sister to have dolls. I love your elves and your reindeer! Love, Everleigh Dear Santa, I want you to be careful! I need you to bring me a lot of presents! I want
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Santa, I want a .308 for Christmas please! I want a case for my knives please. Can I please have a .243 for me and my dad? I want some candy, please Santa. Thank you for giving people gifts! Thank you for giving me an elf! Love, Zeke
Santa, Can you give me a puppy for Christmas and a Lego set? And can I have a remote control car? How do you make toys? And how do your reindeer fly? Love Zachary. Hi Santa, I want a little baby cat. I want a pink couch. Love, Zoe.
I want a Hello Kitty house because I like them. I want it to have some things in it like some toys and kitties. I really and a jet that can go zooming. I like you, Santa, and you’re the best! I like that you bring us toys and I like taking pictures with you! I like you because I remember a long time ago you roped me! I like that you bring Christmas to kids and all kids like you! Love Tru P. I wonder how your deers are so magical and they can fly. I am thankful for when you give every kid in the whole entire world presents for Christmas and when you make it snow! I want an Iphone 16 for Christmas. I also want a toy of your sleigh and reindeer. I would also like a tablet. Love, Caroline S. I
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Dear Santa, I have been wanting a kitty, a kitty house, and some cat toys. Thank you Santa! You are the best. Love, Emery A. Dear Santa, I have been very nice this year. This year it would be great if me and my family could have a great Christmas. Thank you for all you do. Merry Christmas, Santa. Love, Haven M. Dear Santa, I loved the presents from last year. I’ve been very good and I’ve helped a lot. This December I want a cat tree house for cats, some unicorn and Phobe books, and jewelry. I love you. Love, Millie D. Dear Santa, I have been very good. How are the elves? I would like a guitar and an apple watch. Love, Cooper R. Der Santa, I have ben kind and sweet. I want a stich doll that moves. Love, Emorie L.
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that Original Letters of Independent Administration for the Estate of DONNA JO WEST, deceased, were issued on December 2, 2025, in Cause No. PR-2025-13483, pending in the County Court at Law of Fannin County, Texas to JAIME JO KYLE MULDER. . The address of the Independent Administrator is: Ms. Jaime Jo Kyle Mulder 70 Buckingham Lane Allen, Texas 75002 The address of the attorney for the Independent Administrator is: Ms. Sharron L. Johnson Attorney at Law 305 S. Center Street Bonham, Texas 75418 All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. DATED THIS THE 2ND DAY OF DECEMBER, 2025. . s/ Jamie Jo Kyle Mulder JAIME JO KYLE MULDER
Brea Smith, DVM Leonard Animal Clinic Litter box issues are extremely frustrating for many cat owners and a common reason cats get surrendered to animal shelters. Cats get most of their water intake through their diet and don’t drink enough water. Feeding canned food can help flush the bladder and using kitty water fountains can also be helpful but problems can still occur. It is rare for a cat under 10 years old to have a uri-
nary tract infection. However, there are multiple medical reasons that will prevent a cat from using the litter box: kidney disease, hyperthyroidism, diabetes, or bladder stones. As veterinarians, we must eliminate the possibility of all medical problems. To do so the cat will need: blood work, to look at internal organ function; a urinalysis, and an x-ray to check for stones. If all medical reasons can be ruled out, that leaves a diagnosis of “idiopathic cystitis.” This is inflammation of the bladder of unknown cause, it is a behavioral problem often linked to stress. The inflamed bladder leaks red and white blood cells into the urine. It is also painful, so cats start to avoid the box since it causes pain but feel like they have to go frequently. In male cats, this can become life threatening because the cells in the
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NOTICE OF RECEIPT OF APPLICATION AND INTENT TO OBTAIN WATER QUALITY PERMIT RENEWAL PERMIT NO. WQ0014673001 APPLICATION. City of Ladonia, P.O. Box 5, Ladonia, Texas 75449, has applied to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to renew Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) Permit No. WQ0014673001 (EPA I.D. No. TX0057011) to authorize the discharge of treated wastewater at a volume not to exceed a daily average flow of 530,000 gallons per day. The domestic wastewater treatment facility is located approximately 1,000 feet southwest of the intersection of Farm-to-Market Road 2456 and State Highway 50, near the city of Ladonia, in Fannin County, Texas 75449. The discharge route is from the plant site to Pecan Creek; thence to Middle Sulphur River; thence to Jim L. Chapman Lake. TCEQ received this application on November 5, 2025. The permit application will be available for viewing and copying at Ladonia City Hall, 100 Center Plaza, Ladonia, in Fannin County, prior to the date this notice is published in the newspaper. The application is available for viewing and copying 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=-95.941111,33.413888&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.
urine can form a clot and block their urethra, preventing them from being able to empty their bladder and building up toxins in their blood stream. Litter box factors must be assessed and adjusted when the cat stops using it. There should be one box for each cat in the household plus one extra and they need to be spread out in different rooms. Make sure the box is not in an area that may scare the cat, like the laundry room or near a furnace or other noisy appliance. Most cats prefer clumping clay litter, not pellets or crystals, and they may refuse to use a different scent or texture. The boxes should be cleaned at least once daily; the Litter Genie can make this task easier. Size is another important issue since most commercial litter boxes are not large enough for Texas-sized cats. The box needs to be 2x the length and width of the cat so they have plenty of room, and typically uncovered. There are multiple environmental factors that can also help to get your cat toileting in the correct spot again, including enrichment activities, Feliway, and Calming Care; but some cats do need anxiety medication. It is important to talk to your veterinarian early because the longer the problem persists the more difficult it can be to manage. Unfortunately, this is another cat problem that cannot be “fixed” but there are many management tools to improve the cat, and owner’s, quality of life.
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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 concernssubmitted 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 Ladonia at the address stated above or by calling Lisa Smith, City Secretary, at 903-367-7011. Issuance Date: December 4, 2025
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
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By Tim Meek Tarzan And The Tree Our home on Garrison Street in Ft. Worth, Texas was surrounded by trees, especially the back yard. There was a cottonwood tree in the front yard that fell on my sister Connie during a storm..That’s another story however. This is the adventures of Tim the Tarzan at a ripe age of 7 years old. There was a huge oak tree in the back yard, I know it was at least a 40 footer with sprawling limbs and trunk the diameter of an eighteen wheeler tire. My brother Cleatus had positioned the swing set perfectly in relation to the trunk with the purpose of attaching a rope to a high limb and doing the Tarzan swing form the top of the swing set. Yes, standing on top of the swing set. He made several swings successfully and then offered (ordered) me to take the next swing. What happened next stays with me until this day, 62 years later. It was a Sunday and for some reason we skipped church and stayed home with dad. My Mom and sister Connie went to church
on schedule and the men were left alone. Bad, bad...news. I climbed the swing set, grabbed the rope, let out my best Tarzan yell and did a swing right into the trunk of the tree with my head, did a couple turns and hit it again. I dropped straight to the ground crumpled up in the fetal position, out like a light. Cleatus runs in the house to get Dad and by now I am awake and bleeding from the hole in my head, that’s right, a hole in my head. The ER Dr. said after stitching me up that another 1/4 inch and, well, you know, cracked skull. I survived, no spankings after this event, just a lot of quiet nodding and, “nothing happened here.” The swing was moved, the rope taken down and we moved on to the next challenge for our poor Guardian Angels. (Note: about 10 years ago I had to get scar tissue removed from the top of my head, my comb kept hitting a knot on my head. Wonder where that came from?) Since we have looked at 1962 before, let’s look more at the events. World Changing Event: The Cuban Missile Crisis between The United States, The USSR, and Cuba between Oct 16, 1962, and Oct 28, 1962. Space Race: John Glenn became the first American to orbit the earth, keeping the Space Race with the USSR
about even. The Top Song was I Can’t Stop Loving You by Ray Charles. The Movies to Watch include Lawrence of Arabia, The Manchurian Candidate, and Girls! Girls! Girls! The Most Famous Person in America was probably Elvis Presley. Notable books include A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L’Engle and Silent Spring by Rachel Carson. Price of a Men’s 100% Wool Suit in 1962: $45.00. Price of a movie ticket: 70 cents. The Funny Guys were The Smothers Brothers. The Funny Guy was Ernie Kovacs. The Funny Lady was Moms Mabley. The Funny Late Night Host Johnny Carson. The Other Funny Late Show Host Steve Allen. The Superstores: Walton opened Wal-Mart Discount City in Rogers, Arkansas. Woolco, Target, and Kmart also opened. The Crazy Conspiracy: Marilyn Monroe was found dead in her home on August 5, 1962. Did she take her own life as the news reports said? Was it the CIA? The Kennedys? The Mob? Top Ten Baby Names of 1962 Lisa, Mary, Susan, Karen, Linda, Michael, David, John, James, Robert. 1962 Firsts: Telstar was launched as the first working communications satellite. The light-emitting diode (LED) was invented by Nick Holonyak while working
for General Electric. Glenn Bell’s first Taco Bell opened in Downey, California. The first computer video game, Spacewar, was invented. The first Vail Ski Resort opened in 1962. The first Target store opened in Roseville, Minnesota. The Philips Company of the Netherlands invented and released the first audio cassette. Uh-oh: From 1962 to 1977, the US Nuclear Launch code
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The electromagnetic pulse knocked out streetlights and alarms in Waikiki. The explosion was visible around Hawaii. The CIA’s concern over soccer fields along the coast of Cuba led to the Cuban Missile Crisis. In September 1962, a CIA analyst noticed the fields and became concerned because, as he put it, “Cubans play baseball, Russians play soccer.”
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Dear Santa, I want gifts and four toys! Baby shark, pinkfong! I love you Santa! Love, Elaine Dear Santa, I want a kitten stuffed animal and a real kitten and a unicorn stuffie! Merry Christmas! Love, Emmie Dear Santa, I want a zipline, a new hat, a slap bracelet, a necklace, jewelry box, and a octopus toy squishy and a basketball! I like zebra toys and animal toys! I want a minnie mouse telephone and something special for my mom and daddy. I want my mommy new shoes and my daddy a new belt. And I want new Christmas ornaments! Love, Tinley Dear Santa, I want a toy tow truck and a food stand! I’ll leave you cookies! Love, Javier Dear Santa, I want a yoyo, coloring set, and a Jurassic world set. And maybe a racetrac? I will have cookies and milk waiting for you. Love, Briggins Dear Santa, I want a Elsa dress and Elsa hair. I also want Elsa shoes and a Elsa wand. Could you also bring a toy snowman? I love you Santa! Love, Abigail Dear Santa, I really want a toy. Like a dinosaur one. I really want a toy rocketship too. I will make chocolate cookies for you, with some milk. I love you. Love, Cohen Dear Santa, Can I have a rainbow labubu? And a book, like a labubu book? I also would like some makeup, I really like makeup. I love you Santa, so much! Love, Isabella
A New Future with a Familiar Face Fannin County is at a pivotal moment. We need new leadership that understands our roots, our values, and our traditions. My campaign is built on the foundation of “Homegrown Common Sense” to offer fresh, common-sense ideas grounded in the values of the community where I grew up—hard work, integrity, and neighborly cooperation. I am asking you to vote for a New Future with a Familiar Face.
• Community First: Decisions made with the best interests of Fannin County residents and their “Tax Dollars” at heart. • Transparency: Open communication and honest government so you know how decisions are made and why. • Accountability: I promise to uphold the trust you place in your County Judge. • Progress with Tradition: Our county can grow and adapt while still honoring the traditions that make us unique.
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county roads, and promote public safety for all. 3. Vastly Improve Water: Help local Water districts seek out ways to expand their capacity for the future. 4. Bring Honor back to our Commissioners Court: I will be working for YOU and everyday I will work to make you proud of your County Judge. I invite you to be part of this campaign for common sense and real progress. Your trust and support will help us ensure that Fannin County remains a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family. Vote for a New Future. Vote for a Familiar Face. Vote Jim Simpson for Fannin County Judge. To Join the Movement contact me at 903-640-3014 or jim_saves@yahoo.com or my Campaign Tressurer Matt Simpson at Cole Title Company or matt@ mattsimpsonlaw.com Political ad paid for by Jim Simpson for County Judge
Dear Santa, I want a train track toy. Maybe a shark toy too. Love, Donnie Dear Santa, I like unicorns, that’s all. Love, Madison Dear Santa, What I really want for Christmas is a Jeep and a princess Tiana play dress and shoes. I really really want my very own binoculars. Love, Andersen Dear Santa, Can you bring me a duck book? I want some mascara, lotion, and a Santa doll that looks like you? I hope you know where my house is! Love, Kynslee Dear Santa, I really want some tea and lemonade! Can you bring me some baby dolls and a Barbie house? I will make you some chocolate chip cookies. Love, Paisley Dear Santa, I like T-rex toys. Big T-rex. Love, Cesar Dear Santa, I want a pink guitar, like Mrs. Curriel has. I also want an iPad that has games. I want some new clothes and a
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Dear Santa, I want a happy napper. I also want a real puppy! And a kitty! I want a toy elephant. I love you Santa! Love, Margo
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