12-19-23 Leader E-Edition

December 19, 2023

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Dear Santa, I know you’re not real, but will you take ALL the bad and corrupt books OUT of the Fannin County libraries?

Oh, and all of the Fannin County leaders to make the Right Decisions before GOD, The Creator of the World.

John 3:16 - For God so loved the World that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him shall not perish, but have everlasting life.

Isaiah 9:6 - "For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on His shoulders.

And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace."

Sincerely, Faith

Dear Santa, If your'e real, you'll get me and Sam all the coffee we want, plus, bonus "coffee gear."

Parker a strap-on baby carrier, to carry Orrin, her baby brother.

Kamdyn, a horse. Preferably, a brown one. Oh Yeah! Jude. A dictionary, so he can learn the meaning o "compliment" for "Hot Seat."

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Holy TriniTy Episcopal cHurcH Please join us for the Christmas Eve – morning celebration of our Lord and Savior! Fr. Tyler Been will be celebrating with us at 10:30 a.m.

The Rt. Rev. George Sumner will preside at the New Year’s Eve morning service on December 31, 2023.

Starting the New Year on January 7, 2024 our service times will change to 11:30 a.m. with the commencement of our new priest, Fr. Lorenzo Galuszka.

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Fannin County: The annual crack seal contract to place sealant in the pavement cracks on roadways in Fannin County has begun. The following roadways will receive a crack seal: FM 64 from SH 34 to the Delta County line; FM 151 from US 69 to the Grayson County line; FM 981 from US 69 to the Collin County line; SH 50 from Church Street to the Hunt County line; FM 904 from FM 64 to FM 1550; FM 274 from FM 898 to FM 1753; FM 1629 from SH 121 to SH 78; FM 87 from SH 56 to US 82; FM 273 from FM 1396 to FM 2029; FM 1753 from SH 78 to the Grayson County line. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

SH 78, from US 82 to the Oklahoma State line. Watch for daytime shoulder closures and occasional lane closures as workers install sloped-end treatments on drainage structures and replace bridge rail and guardrail.

FM 100, from SH 56 to FM 2216. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

FM 271, from SH 78 to FM 68. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

CR 3210 at Bullard Creek. CR 3210 at Bullard Creek is closed to through traffic to allow for replacement of the bridge. During the closure, traffic is asked to use CR 3200 as a detour.

SH 34, from FM 64 to FM 1550. Watch for traffic shifts and traffic-signal-controlled lane closures as workers build the bridge approaches for the new SH 34 roadway at the future Lake Ralph Hall.

FM 1550, from SH 34 to CR 3544. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work on building the connection of the realigned FM 1550 to the existing roadway.

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FM 2554, from FM 273 to CR 2125. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews perform edge repairs on the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

FM 2029, from FM 1396 to FM 273. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews perform edge repairs on the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

Attention, Fannin County Voters: Press Release - This invitation has been sent out to the Republican candidates for Sheriff, District Judge and County Commissioner, Precinct 1: "We, the Concerned Christian Citizens of Fannin County, would like to extend an invitation to you to participate in an Open Forum for Candidates and Voters, to be held in January at the

Bonham Armory. Until we hear back from you, we are holding the facility for these possible dates: January 6th, 8th, or 13th. Please reply with your preferred dates, ranked 1, 2, & 3 (#1 works best for you, #2 is next, #3 is least). If any of these 3 dates will NOT be possible for you to participate, please let us know. This is an opportunity for each of you to share with the

voters why you are the best candidate for the position, followed by an opportunity for a brief q & a with the voters. We will be advertising this event and opening it to the public at no charge. We appreciate your expeditious reply."

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The second-team selections were Trenton's Micah Wommack and David De La Cueva.

Honorable mentions included: Trenton's Clay Anderson, Trenton's Stone Anderson, Bonham's Matthew Backus and Honey Grove's Gerald Deon Morris II.

Trenton football quintet leads school senior players on the local all-state academic octet Texas High School Coaches

By Rich Hilliard Five Trenton recipients topped

Association Football Academic All-State teams for 2023.

Trenton's David Parsons and Honey Grove's Lucas Morrison made the first team.

Successful Swansong Season: Bonhi boys' 11/7/23 hoops start may mean 3A playoffs return before 4A revert

Bonham's Braeden Stewart gets away a pass around a Duncanville Village Tech defender to teammate Heath Brown (21) on Dec. 8.

Bonham's Heath Brown (21) looks to drive past a Duncanville Village Tech defender on Dec. 8.

Bonham's Russell Welch (14) controls the ball on Dec. 8 Story and photos Bonham's Jagger Lindsey against Duncanville Village Tech.

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by Rich Hilliard (15) stays focused on his shot Welch ripped a buzzer-beating (10) shoots a jumper on Dec. on Dec. 8 despite a Duncan- three-pointer he launched be8 over a Duncanville Village Bonham began its current stint yond half court to end the third ville Village Tech defender.

Tech defender. in Class 3A with an area-round quarter during the win. advance in boys' basketball in Bonham's final district campaign in 3A 2019 -- the preceding bi-district for boys' basketball won't begin until Jan. School on Dec. 2. win that year equating its first postseason The Warriors (13-4) then reached the victory in the boys' sport in school history. 2 at Pottsboro.

But the Warriors' start thus far this championship game of their co-hosted New University Interscholastic League classification maximums and minimums season under new head coach Rodney Highway 82 Shootout on Dec. 9. released on Dec. 8 assured the Warriors Ross suggests a postseason advance to that the current basketball campaign will end their 3A stay may be coming. be their last in 3A before a return to 4A for Bonham won the For Love of the Game Tournament at S&S Consolidated High the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 seasons.

Bonham's DJ Stewart (5) controls the ball on Dec. 8. Photo by Rich Hilliard

DC, Trenton, Bonhi, Leonard triad TGCA academic all-state spikers

By Rich Hilliard

Dodd City, Trenton, Bonham and Leonard each had three seniors earn academic all-state status from the Texas Girls Coaches Association for 2023.

Dodd City's Hannah Burney, Addyson Chaney and Kadyn McCarley made the 1A team.

In 2A, Trenton's Kaylen Atchley, Jolee McMahon and Gracie Williams garnered selections.

Bonham's Kate Bounds, Kaitlyn Capehart and Kylee Trompler joined Leonard's Brooke Day, Sadie Denison and Sydnee Richardson as recipients in 3A.

Bonham returning to 4A in fall; Leonard staying in 3A by two

By Rich Hilliard

Bonham will again be a Class 4A school for athletics, starting in the 2024 fall semester, while Leonard will barely remain in 3A. The University Interscholastic League on Dec. 8 released the maximums and minimums for the 20242025 and 2025-2026 school years to compete in its six classifications and the football divisions within 5A-1A. Having submitted a 560 enrollment on Oct. 27 for Snapshot Day, Bonham placed inside the new UIL parameters for 4A overall (545-1,314) and 4A DivisionII football (545-956).

Bonham last completed in 4A during the 2017-18 school

year.

With a 255 enrollment, Leonard stayed by two in 3A which will include schools with 254-544 enrollments and 254-368 for 3A Division II football.

Leonard will be the smallest 3A Division II school in Texas.

Meanwhile, all other Fannin County public schools will also remain in its classifications and football divisions where relevant.

Class 2A (105-253) and 2A Division-I football (181.5253): Honey Grove (221), Trenton (203) and Sam Rayburn (143).

Class 1A (104.9 and below), 1A Division-I football (61.5104.9), Division-II football (61.4 and below): Dodd City 94, Ector 73, Savoy 73, Fannindel 36.

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New Bonham head boys' basketball coach Rodney Ross watches the Warriors from the sideline on Dec. 8.

Fannindel's Cuba 2X selected for 9-1A-II football first team

By Rich Hilliard Senior Ke'monte Cuba earned a firstteam selection on each side of the ball to lead Fannindel in the All-District 9-1A-II football awards for 2023.

Cuba garnered top-team spots at running back and linebacker, after the Falcons (5-4, 1-2) tied for the district's runner-up postseason berth with Trinidad and Apple Springs, but lacked the necessary tiebreaker to advance.

Other first-team recipients included senior Ashton Smith at spread center and sophomore Kalob Runnels at cornerback.

Second-team selections were senior Edger Lopez, utility back/cornerback; sophomore Gavin Watson, kicker/defensive lineman; sophomore Josh Tinnell, special teams; senior Lucas Moreland, tight end; Runnels, wide receiver; and Smith, nose guard.

Fannindel's Ke'monte Cuba (4) carries the football on Sept. 7 during a nondistrict home football game against Denton Calvary Academy at Bishop Field.

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Most of the time he was under fire, but he notes other detailed activities carried out by the soldiers.

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amount needing to be paid was 5/26/20 $184,753.74 with payroll being Tuesday, December 12, 2023, $292,246.52. A motion was Fannin County Judge Newt made by Commissioner Kopf Cunningham called to order at to pay the bills with Commis9:00 a.m., the Regular Meeting sioner Magness seconding the of the Fannin County Com- motion which passed. missioners Court. He noted 7. Report of monies colQuorum was established with lected by the County Clerk’s all County Commissioners and office for November 2023; himself present. Pastor Mike Land Records, $33,328.00 Allred of the Boyd Baptist and all Courts combined Church in Bonham led the In- $15,627.90 – County Clerk: vocation. Pledges were led by Informational only.

Marine Veteran Chris Wilson.

8. Report of monies colThere were no Introductions. lected by the District Clerk’s 5. Public Forum: Judge office for November 2023; Cunningham noted that the $17,351.41 – County Judge Sam Rayburn Middle School (for District Clerk): InformaChoir would be performing tional only.

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11. Approval of Engagement Letter of Rutledge Crain and Company as outside auditors for FY 2022/2023 and authorize County Judge to sign on behalf of Fannin County – County Auditor: Sherry Zindar explained how this regards the yearly audit that first needs to be authorized by the County Judge. After a discussion about the level of satisfaction with their service, a motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve with Commissioner Self seconding the motion which passed.

12. Re-approval of Modification of Intergovernmental Agreement by the United States Marshals Service with Fannin County, Modification No. 7, to increase the per diem rate from $94.97 to $97.93 (decrease of $.49 per hour from 1st Modification #7 on 10/10/2023) and the hourly guard and transportation rate from $26.55 to $26.73 (decrease of $.20 per hour from 1st Modification #7) to reflect Department of Labor Wage Determination Number 2015-5273 (Rev 24); effective 09/15/2023 – County Judge for County Auditor: Judge Cunningham explained how this was an amendment from the original modification that would actually save the county money. After Ms. Zindar confirmed Judge Cunningham’s assessment, a motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve with Commissioner Self seconding the motion which passed.

13. Approve renewal of Software as a Service Use and Hosting Agreement from Document Logistix to provide sharing system for the District Attorney and Law Enforcement Offices – District Attorney: Ms. Lane explained how this agreement was currently in play but that the contract had not actually been signed last year. A discussion then ensued about a discrepancy between the cost that the county was told it would be paying after the initial payment and what the county is actually paying. Discussed were the services being provided and if the cost for those services may be higher than it ought to be. A citizen of Honey Grove spoke to note his years of experience in negotiating deals in this area of technology and offered his help in obtaining a better deal for the county. After more discussion a motion to table this to allow time to research the matter was made by Commissioner Self with Commissioner McQueen seconding the motion which passed.

14. Approval of Interlocal Agreement between Fannin County and the City of Bonham related to development and implementation of regulations in Extraterritorial Jurisdictions (ETJ) – County Judge: This item was passed on.

15. Approval of Interlocal Agreement between Fannin County and the City of Leonard related to development and Implementation of regulations in Extraterritorial Jurisdictions (ETJ) – County Judge: This item was passed on.

16. Approval of adoption of Trails of Trenton subdivision roads located on Highway 151 in Trenton that were previously accepted by the County on 10-18-2022 – Commissioner Precinct 2: Commissioner Self explained why he was asking for the county to accept these roads.

A detailed discussion began about the number of homes existing in the development and whether those homes were housing tax paying residents.

Attorney Paul Ivy spoke to advise the court about a visit to the development that revealed to him that only 5 houses have been built that are currently for sale as well as there being one partially built home and one model home. He opined that, “if the county doesn’t have the money, the personnel, the supplies and the equipment to maintain the roads the county currently has, it makes absolutely no sense whatsoever to agree to add on roads to be maintained by the county”. He then went on to advise against accepting the roads. An indepth discussion ensued which included Judge Cunningham agreeing with Mr. Ivy’s assessment and Fannin County citizen Mike Netjek speaking to ask the court to vote no on this issue. A motion was then made

by Commissioner Self for the county to approve the adoption of the subdivision roads.

His motion failed for lack of a second. After more discussion Judge Cunningham asked for a motion to pass on this item.

Commissioner Magness then made the motion to pass on this with Commissioner McQueen seconding the motion which passed with Commissioner Self voting nay.

DISCUSSION ONLY ITEMS: 17. Discuss rules and regulations for roads inside of Recreational Vehicles Parks – Commissioner Precinct 3: Judge Cunningham first noted how rules and regulations had recently been voted on regarding this matter, before Fannin County Network Administrator Dustin Morrow notified the court that a resident from Honey Grove had called in with six different questions. He began the list of questions which would include queries regarding the clearance requirements for the roads with suggestions of changes to apply to small RV parks, road construction and the type of rock required on roads, and entrance/exit requirements.

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Letters to Santa.....

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Dear Santa, Please bring me a Mickey House, mark“I want a new ers, a baby doll, and a baby doll that toy box. Thank you!! comes with a Love, pacifier and a Jaxtyn bottle! I want a new stroller for Dear Santa, I would like a doll that my baby doll!”

I can wash and feed, Emorie a unicorn (but not a “I want a big real life one), a big “I want a toy dog, a trampoline! I also want a Rapunzel doll, and racecar, and a little toy little mario toy!” pretend cooking food pets that has a dog in Susie and dishes. Thank it and I build a house you! Have a good year! for them, and I want a “I want a pool and bub- Love, skateboard and a pet blegum and a toy uni- Indica unicorn!” corn which has blue in Jayde it, and it changes col- Dear Santa, ors in hot water! And Please bring me a special “I want a dirtbike, leg- I want a present and a red dart gun. I would gos, squishy toy and a Ryan egg toy! That’s all also like a pet bunny, puppy and an IPhone!” and I want to say thank a little bitty Christmas Karson you God and thank you tree, and a soft Sam Santa for my gifts. You Rayburn blanket. Hope “I want a barbie dream- are so nice! I love you, you are doing good! house and a cellphone Santa! I will write notes Love, and a pet unicorn!” to you every day and I Cooper Madisyn will pray to you every day, God!” Dear Santa, “Can I please have a Maggie Will you please bring baby who I can rock, me a bunny I can dress and it has a pacifier and “I want a Dolly Parton up and brush, a toy stuff! Like all the things doll, and I want one of house, a tiny bed for babies need to take care those stands where I can my bunny with it’s own of them. And can Santa do my makeup at!” little bath? I also would Claus get me some new Hattie like a pillow and blanket goggles for underwater for me and my bunny. swimming?”

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Dear Santa Claus, I love you and the reindeers too. I bet Mrs. Claus and the elves are working hard. I hope you deliver all the kids a lot of presents. Can you bring me a school set for my American Life dolls and whatever the elves made me please?

Dear Santa, I want a four wheeler, Love, make-up, science ex- Brooklyn periment stuff, my own toy elf, and a mail bag. Dear Santa, Thank you for the stuff! I hope you can bring me a bike, toy trucks, and a Love, puppy for Christmas. I Millie have tried to be a good boy this year, you can Dear Santa, Please bring me a Spider ask mom and dad! But I Man camera and tricer- guess you saw me. atops gun. Thank you!! Love, Antonio Love, Hayden Dear Santa, Will you please bring me Dear Santa, May I please have a big a singing unicorn and a stuffed dragon, legos, little statue of a deer for and wooden blocks? I my room? I like deer so much. I love you and I’m love you and Thanks! going to leave you some Love, cookies that I decorated Jace and milk.

Love, Dear Santa, I will leave cookies and Dakota milk for you and some reindeer food too. Would Dear Santa, you please leave me I want a hippopotamus for some presents? What- Christmas, even if it’s real, ever you want to bring but I think mom hopes it’s would be great! I have a toy. I sing that song been a good girl this all the time. I would also year. Tell the elves hi for like all the powers in the me. I love you world so I could read my Santa. brother’s Love, mind!

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Dear Santa, I want a big pencel, some quarters, and a stuffed animals. Have a Mary Chrismis, Santa.

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Dear Santa, How are you doing? I’ve ben very good this year.

I want so much toys for Christmas. But my techer sed that she was going to have 4 or 5 things so maby I should do that to. Ok I want an xbox, 5,ooo,ooo vbucks, and new swich controlers.

Love, Malea F.

Dear Santa, How are you? Did you like the cookies and milk last year? For Christmas I would like a baseball rug for my room and a survival kit.

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Dear Santa, How are you doing? I hope you enjoyed the cookies and milk I left you last Chrismas. I tried to stay up until midnight. I want a horse, a saddle pad, a Dear Santa, How are you doing? saddle, and a halter.

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Dear Santa, How are you and your elves doing? I hope you enjoy the cookies and milk. Can I please have two cat squishmelows, pink roses, and a squishmelow blanket?

Love, Kinsley M. Dear Santa, How are you doing? Your a good guy. I love you.

Your my best frined. Did you know that? I want a new fish, new watch, and new lamp for my room.

Also I want a new bed for my new room.

XOXO, McKinlee B. Dear Santa, How are you doing?

Forgive my sister for acsudindle tuching the elf last Chrismas. You are the nicest persin in the world. I want a mikrscope, a pet closhl squid, and a nerf gun that looks like this … (drawing of a nerf gun).

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Letters to Santa.....

Dear Santa, How are you doing? I have been wating for u.

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Dear Santa, I want some presents from you. My sister wants an ipad, but I already have one. I’m growing a pumpkin. You need to come to my house and see my Christmas tree. I only have one dog, but I want another dog. I want Stitch. My elf is in the sky with you. I want a lot of candy.

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Elizabeth Dear Santa, I want a unicorn and a gumball machine. I want a new teddy bear, because I lost mine. I want roses in my garden. I want a real chalk rainbow and a rainbow ball.

I want a rainbow star.

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Dear Santa, I want a mermaid Barbie. I have a little Barbie, but not a big one.

Ernie wants a drum for Christmas. I also want another Barbie that comes with a backpack and lots of things. I wish I had a real dog! I Dear Santa, I want a Barbie doll and would name him Skippy. a Barbie doll house. Love, I want a new baby and Amy some coloring books. I want a microphone to sing This Land Is Your Land to you! How do you make your reindeer fly?

Dear Santa, I want my own TV. I want my own magnets and legos. I want my own gift card to Wal-Mart.

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Dear Santa, How are you doing? I love the elf you sent us!

I loved the pajamas your elf sent us. Sow tell our elf thanks. Ow and I have three things I wunt for Cresmes this youtube.

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Dear Santa, How are you doing? I hope you enjoyed the chocolate cookies and milk from last Christmas. I made the chocolate cookies by myself. It was kind of hard. I was at home and my mom was at work. What I want for Christmas is a Furby, a huver bard, tree hous, and a four wheeler.

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I want a real hair cutting set. I really want one of those things like a ballerina that spins in the air. That is all I can think of! I like your elf!

Love, Graycie Dear Santa, I want a monster truck and transformer. I want some new shoes.

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Dear Santa, I want Spinosaurus and Dilophosaurus. I want T-rex also. I want a dinosaur truck. Tell your reindeer and elves

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Love, Russell Dear Santa, I want a lot of Barbie dolls! I want a lot of presents! I want Peppa Pig toys and Paw Patrol toys. I want a pug and a mouse toy. I love Paw Patrol toys and movies! That is all I want!

I love you, Gracelynn Dear Santa, You are the best Santa Claus in the world! Santa and my mom and dad give me a present. My Christmas tree is already up. I want a boy Barbie and kinetic sand. I want you to give my mom and dad a present they love. My mom and dad have to love Santa and me and the Santa hat I have on the top of the Christmas tree. I want a Santa toy snow globe.

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Barbie house. I will make you cookies Santa.

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I love your presents!

Love, Kristina

Dear Santa, I would like a makeup set, a nail and toenail set, and earbuds. Thank you for bringing us presents.

Love, Remington

Dear Santa, I would like new fishing tackle, and a new fishing rod. Santa, do you like fishing?

Love, Beau

Dear Santa, I would like a german shepherd dog that knows some tricks. I would also like a blue Elf on the Shelf. Merry Christmas Santa!

Love, Pierce

Dear Santa, I would like a microphone, a makeup set, and an Apple Watch. Tell Rudolph to shine his shiny nose through my window.

Love, Amiaya

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Love, Sarah Dear Santa, I would like a Hello Kitty kitchen, and dress-up clothes to be a chef. I love you.

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Merry Christmas pos. I wound a bot. I Santa. hope you have a miry Love, Ivan Christrmis!

Luv, Caiden Dear Santa, I would like a Dear Santa, rainbow ro- How are you this year? bot dog, and a Are you doing well or plushie that looks not? But I wanted to no like you. if your elf’s are workMerry Christmas ing good? I would like Santa! to hage a legoed Titanic Love, Avery and a mine craft lego set. Also an aqurem set.

Dear Santa, Love, Knox I would like a Gabby’s doll Dear Santa, house, and the How is your wife and are Gabby toys. I hope you your elf’s? And are your are staying warm in the elf’s working hard? And winter, and I like you I have been a good girl and Mrs. Clause. this year. I would like Love, Cara roblocks. And I would like a Nintendo Swich.

Dear Santa, And I would like a funy I would like a red Power elf because everyone has Ranger toy, and a Spi- a elf. derman Web shooter toy. Love, Arya Tell Rudolph I love him!

Love, Connor Dear Santa, How are you doing? May Dear Santa, I have some Vmax PokeI would like a red snow- mon cards and Nintendo board, and a TV. I love swich.Love, Asher you and Rudolph!

Love, Connor Dear Santa, How are you doing and Dear Santa, how are Mrs. Class doI would like a Halo flood ing? I have bin good. gate and Lego Cars. I I would like a Xbox. would also like a pizza I would also like a big party with you Santa. hug.

You might want to bring Love, Keegan a warm jacket!

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Dear Santa, How have you and Mrs. I am a good girl. I will Claus doing this year. I leave sumthing for want a pair of nikes you. I would like baby Love your friend, pjamas. I would like a Liam posca pen, Love, Hayden Dear Santa Claus, My name is Rohyn and Dear Santa, I am 6 years old I go How is Ethan doing? I to school at SR and it would like a phon and has been so much fun! a phon case ples. I How are you and Mrs. would osoe like a Nin- Claus. I want a new pet tendo switch ples. And cat. the last thing is to spin I your friend, time with my family.

Rohyn Love, Gracelynn Dear Santa Claus, Dear Santa, My name is Kylan and Hello. I’m good. I would I am 6 years old. This like Lego’s, PS5, con- year I want a ulcer watroler, Nintendo switch ter go pro with a scary and pejs. mask.

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Dear Santa, My name is Mychael I am 6 years old. What I want for Christmas toy for my dog Lillie. And trest and a bed and everybody to be happy.

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I have bin a good girl Love your friend, this year. How is Mrs. Mychael Clos doing? I would like sum fiuis. I would Dear Santa, like a gel nel polish kit. My name is Stephania I would like a Nintendo and I am 7 years old. switch.

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Letters to Santa.....

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Love, Elijah Dear Santa, My name is Cor. I love you very much, Santa. I know that you like milk and cookies. I am glad that you are healthy and strong. Please bring me a Godzilla and a kitchen toy.

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Dear Santa, I have really been good this year. I would love to have a dirt bike, laptop and roller skates. Please tell Rudolf hello.

Love, Colden

Dear Santa, I have been a very good boy.

I want a PS4.

Love, Ivan

Dear Santa, I have been a very good boy.

Dear Santa, I have really been good I want a PS5 and a dirt this year. I would love bike. to have an Ipad and a Love, snowglobe and a Apple Noah watch. Please tell Rudolf Dear Santa, hello.

I have been a very good Love, boy.

Cathryn.

I want a hot wheel truck and a PS5.

Dear Santa, I have really been good Love, this year. I would really Sean love to have an Ipad, rainbow Barbie shoed Dear Santa, and a PS5. I think you I have been a very good girl. are the best Santa.

I want Bakugans.

Love, Love, Ryleigh Elizabeth Dear Santa, I have been really good Dear Santa, this year. I would love to I have been a very good have an Ipad, a doll and girl. a teddy bear. Tell Rud- I want a new mermaid loph and Mrs. Clause toy and A baby doll. hello. I will leave you a Love, Sophia snack.

Love, Dear Santa, Jessa I have been a very good boy.

Dear Santa, I have been a very good I want Bakugans and a 4 Wheeler, boy.

I want a PS4 for Christ- Love, Kayden mas, Love, Dear Santa, Josiah I have been a very good girl.

Dear Santa, I have been a very good I want a doll and Barbie clothes. girl.

I want a Barbie dream Love, Jillana house and a Barbie miDear Santa, crowave.

I have been a very good Love, boy.

Skilynn I want a big Donatello from TMNT and Action Dear Santa, I have been a very good figures to go with it.

Love, boy.

I want a turtle and RC Tucker car.

Dear Santa, Love, I have been a very good Phoenix girl.

I want Barbie clothes Dear Santa, I have been a very good and Mini Brands.

Love, girl.

Ayleigha I want a Barbie doll.

Love, Olivia

Dear Santa, My name is Rayden. I love Christmas. I have been nice to my friends.

Please me bring me a Spiderman toy and a skateboard.

Love, Rayden Dear Santa, My name is Parker. I have been a good girl.

I have been kind to my brother. Please bring me an Elf on the Shelf toy, a slide for the elf, and a swimming pool for him. I love you.

Love, Parker

Merry Christmas

Dear Santa, My name is Sarai. I have been a good girl. I play well with my friends at school. Please bring me a weenie dog and a bike.

My brother also wants a real weenie dog. We want a boy and girl one.

I love you.

Love, Sarai Dear Santa, My name is Bella. I would like a Barbie doll for Christmas. I also want a weenie dog for Christmas with a leash.

Can I also have a jewelry box?

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My name is Jaxon. I want Love, a real boy weenie dog, a Jayla big remote control big truck, a big truck without Dear Santa, My name is Paisley. I wish a remote, a Minion gun, for a big letter puzzle like and a big haul truck with the one at school, a bike, a container. I love Mrs. and some Legos. I love Claus.

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Dear Santa, My name is Carter. I want a Nintendo Switch, a Buzz Light Year figure, a Woody toy figure, a Jessie toy figure, a Rex Toy Story toy figure, the blue Sonic Hedgehog, a number chart, a Spiderman, a robot dog, some paper, and Branch from the Troll movie.

Love, Carter

Dear Santa, My name is Krislynn.

Please bring me an Ariel mermaid remote control car, a Barbie doll house that is real big, a barn full of horses, some coloring books, some foam letter puzzles that we have Dear Santa, at school, some slime, My name is Clara. I am and some play dough. I thankful that you give us love you, Santa! Merry presents. I am thankful Christmas! for you and Jesus. I love Love, you and Jesus. Please Krislynn bring me a cry baby, a Dear Santa, My name is Jensen.

How are you doing?

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polines and nothing else please. Love, Carson

and I hope you bring me presents and a real elf that could stay with me! That is all I want for Christmas.

Love, Blakely

Dear Santa, I love you and you are the best! Please bring me a web shooter thing, a cross bow that shoots sticky balls, (I really want that one) and a thing that shoots and sticks to the wall. The elves will know what I mean. I don’t care if you want to test the toys out at my house to make sure they work!

I love you one hundred thousand!

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Commissioners Continued from page A12 Judge Cunningham responded to the caller’s question by noting that specific questions like the ones he posed would best be handled by contacting Fannin County’s Development Service Director Di Hopkins.

He then went on to explain how the court looked at regulations that are already in place in other counties and how the ability for the county to regulate RV parks comes from many different statutes dealing with things like emergency management. He then explained in detail why, though he is not a fan of regulations, in some instances they are needed “to mitigate things that can go wrong” and ruin the quality of life in Fannin County. He gave an example of junkyards being needed; however, the county could probably get by with two instead of twenty and concluded by noting that discussion and suggestions are always welcomed though suggestions may not be able to be implemented.

OPEN DISCUSSION ITEMS: Open discussion items will be passed on unless discussion requested by a member of the Court or a Citizen.

18. Subdivision Committee and Subdivision Policy – County Judge: Judge Cunningham noted that the policies agreed upon are subject to change as needed.

19. Courthouse repairs County Judge: Judge Cunningham noted that a substantial amount of work has been completed and reiterated how the fire pump is operational

Santa, Can you jump and do a handstand? I can, and I hope you bring me a jump rope and two trampolines, so I don’t have to share with my brother! I also would like an ABC Cookie game and a Whack-a-Letter game. I will leave cookand the fire watch can be discontinued as well as touching on work that will be done after the Christmas holidays. Ms. Lane added that blinds will be going up at the end of the week.

20. Justice Center - County Judge: Judge Cunningham commented on paperwork that is ready to be signed that work may begin at the Justice Center site. In response to a question asked if there was any action taken on a recent suggestion to obtain clarity on whether recyclable materials funds were figured into the cost for demolition services, Judge Cunningham answered he would look into the matter and will report back his findings.

21. County budget and revenue sources – County Judge: Judge Cunningham noted conversations being held with the hotel tax people and how revenue from this source should be coming into the county around the first of next year. He also noted how the county is working with the City of Bonham regarding the multipurpose center and how there will be an agreement coming soon detailing the specifics on the matter before touching on the possibility of the county putting property up for sale that has significantly raised in value.

22. Water issues affecting Fannin County – County Judge: No significant updates.

23. Fannin County road issues - County Judge: No significant updates.

EXECUTIVE SESSION(S) IF NEEDED: 24. Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.071, Commissioners

ies and milk for you. Tell Mrs. Clause hi for me.

Love, Ryleigh Dear Santa, For Christmas I would like new headphones, a Barbi Dreamhouse, and a trampoline please.

Love, Alecia Dear Santa, I would like one hover board and two skateboards with just one picture on the back. Then I want 4 tramCourt reserves the right to meet in Executive Session to consult with their attorney – County Judge: A motion was made, seconded and passed to enter Executive Session at 10:42 a.m. After some time passed, a motion was made, seconded and passed to reenter Regular Session at 11:53 a.m.

25. Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.074, Commissioners Court reserves the right to meet in Executive Session to discuss personnel issues – County Judge: See item 24.

26. Consider and take action regarding matters discussed in Executive Session(s) - County Judge: Judge Cunningham stated one item discussed was the salary of Attorney Andy Garner. He noted how he had started as an intern, passed the bar and is now an Attorney for the District Attorney’s Office and how the amount budgeted in Mr. Glaser’s department for that position is $75,000 a year.

Commissioner McQueen then made the motion to adjust Andy Garner’s pay to $75,000 per year beginning January 1, 2024, with the funds coming out of the DA’s existing budget. Commissioner Magness seconded the motion. Judge Cunningham clarified this action would not add cost to the county as it was budgeted for in the DA’s department and noted Attorney Garner has contributed greatly to the county. The vote was then taken, and the motion passed unanimously.

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Queen reminded everyone about the 1:00 performance by the Sam Rayburn Middle School Choir and encouraged everyone to attend. He then wished everyone a good Christmas.

Commissioner Self thanked everyone for their attendance and wished everyone a good week. Commissioner Magness commented on the good discussion had today and wished everyone a good week. Commissioner Kopf stated he appreciated all the comments as the public is invited to get involved as the court is here to serve the public. He then wished everyone a Merry Christmas. Judge Cunningham thanked the Commissioners for their involvement and noted how their deliberations and discussions of issues is to find possible solutions for the county and noted how the public is part of that. He thanked everyone, wished all a good week and God’s blessings before noting he would save his Christmas wishes for next week when God willing the court would be back.

28. Adjourn: Meeting adjourned at 11:59 a.m.

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Bonham City Council – Employee of the Quarter, Bonham’s Time Capsule Event & A New Executive Director for BEDCO

By Rose Schwartz Monday, December 11, 2023, Director of Community Development Mark Kinnaird led all present in an Invocation before Mayor H.L. Compton thanked everyone for their attendance and called the Regular Meeting of the Bonham City Council to order at 5:30 p.m. Quorum was established with all City Council Members present (except for Councilman Timothy LaVergne II who was running a few minutes late.)

1. Consider and take action to approve minutes of the November 13th regular

meeting: After reviewing the minutes, Councilman John Burnett made the motion to approve with Councilman Ernie Quintana seconding the motion which passed.

2. Consider and take action to accept financial report for month ending November 30, 2023: Director of Administrative Services Sarah Osburn first noted that November’s sales tax had come up and exceeded the tax revenue received from November of last year before asking if there were any questions regarding the report given to the council (there were none.) A motion was made by

Councilman Wayne Moore to accept the report with Councilman Michael Evans seconding the motion which passed.

3. Citizens Opportunity to Speak: [The City Council invites persons with comments or observations to briefly address the Council for the limited purpose of determining whether the matter should be referred to staff for study and response and/or be placed on a future meeting agenda. State law prohibits the City Council from considering deliberations on any item not listed on the posted City Council Agenda.]: The first to speak was a resident

of Boyd Loop who proceeded to offer his thanks to the Council, the City Staff, the Animal Shelter folks, the city’s Police and Fire Rescue members for all they do for the citizenry.

Next to speak was a resident of Graham St who is a member of Saint Elizabeth Catholic Church. He offered his thanks to the city for the police escort given Sunday, December 10th for the “Virgin of Guadalupe Parade” that is held annually in Bonham. He also commended the city and their Superintendent of Streets Joe Howdeshell for the assistance given with the Church’s parking lot project. A

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resident of CR 1451 would speak next and note that though he is not a resident of Bonham, he and his wife spend a lot of time and money in the city. He noted he was an 85-year-old veteran and called the city’s attendance to the scarcity of handicapped park- Sarah Osburn presented Employee of ing spots at the Roy the Quarter to the Assistant Director of Tourism Jennifer Self.

Floyd Community Photo by Rose Schwartz Center (there are only 3.) He also council and their families. Last noted entrance into the buildto speak was Bonham’s Touring was not handicap friendly ism and Visitor Center’s Adand asked the Council to conministrative Assistant Jennifer sider remedying the situation Self, who spoke to inform the with handrails and more handipublic of the last of the 175th capped parking spots before anniversary events which will wishing Merry Christmas to the be a time capsule burial on February 2, 2024. She noted more information on the event can be found on the front page of the December 12th issue of the Fannin County Leader newspaper including a scannable QR Code for an electronic submission form for those with submission ideas of pertinent Bonham history items to be viewed 25 years from now on February 2, 2048 (Bonham’s Bicentennial) when the time capsule is scheduled to be retrieved. She concluded by noting that submission ideas will be accepted up to December 29, 2023.

4. Presentation of plaque to Employee of the Quarter: Sarah Osburn, filling in for Bonham’s Human Resource Director Brad Nichols; presented the award for Bonham’s Employee of the Quarter to the Assistant Director of Tourism Jennifer Self. Referring to Ms. Self as “Mrs. Clause,” she went on to note that Jennifer had been employed with the city since April of 2022 and described the many attributes that led to her being chosen as employee of the fourth quarter (helpful, reliable, informed, friendly, hospitable, creative and passionate about Bonham).

5. Update and announcement by Bonham Economic Development Corporation President Alan McDonald: President of BEDCO, Alan McDonald first noted the recent retirement of the former Executive Director of BEDCO, Gayle Cooper before explaining how the search for her replacement resulted in the decision to hire Joey Grisham as the new Executive Director during a BEDCO Special Meeting that was held prior to the City Council Meeting. Mr. McDonald then went on to list Mr. Grisham’s qualifications, which included educational achievements from the University of Mississippi, the University of Memphis and the University of Southern Mississippi. Mr. McDonald then listed Mr. Grisham’s work history which includes his most recent four years as Director of Economic Development in Anna; Assistant Director of Economic Development for the City of Rowlett; the Director of Business Recruitment for the Greater Irving/Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce and others. He noted the effective date of his placement as Executive Director will be January 10, 2024.

6. Consider and take action on a Special Use Permit / Zone Change located at 720 W 8th ST (PID 94095) from Single Family Residential to Duplex: Mark Kinnaird explained how this zoning change request came before the Planning/Zoning Commission at their last meeting and passed for approval with a vote of 6 to 1. After his explanation, a motion to approve was made

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Jessica Arnold Announces Candidacy for Fannin County District Attorney

My name is Jessica Arnold and I am pleased to announce my intent to run for Fannin County Criminal District Attorney in the March 5th Republican Primary. For more than two years, I have worked at the Fannin County DA’s Office as an Assistant District Attorney, advocating for victims and seeking justice. When current Criminal District Attorney, Richard Glaser, decided not to seek re-election after serving this community for 20 years, I knew it was my opportunity to influence positive change while keeping our community safe for all citizens.

As Criminal District Attorney, I plan to create a network of resources that will assist law enforcement agencies in their investigations and encourage collaboration among the law enforcement and prosecution community.

This includes researching opportunities for grant-funding for training and personnel that is currently underutilized.

I will work on efficiently prosecuting cases so both victims and defendants can get a quicker resolution of cases. This will also decrease the amount of time

defendants will spend incarcerated pending resolution of their case, thereby decreasing the burden on the taxpayers to house inmates.

My passion of advocating for victims of child abuse will continue to be a priority. Each victim and their family should feel supported throughout the process.

I vow to improve communication with these families so they stay informed on the case as it progresses through the criminal justice system.

Before assuming the responsibilities of an Assistant District Attorney in Fannin County, my husband Christian and I took a leap of faith and moved our family from the big city of Fort Worth to Fannin County. For many years, we spent weekends and holidays here with family and grew to know many fine people here that shared our values. We decided we wanted our children to grow up with the values of living in the country: faith, family, and hard work. Since then, we have established roots as a family and can’t imagine raising our children elsewhere.

With a new 336th District Judge, Sheriff, and Crimi-

nal District Attorney, the criminal justice system will undergo a large change in 2024. I am excited for the opportunity to be a part of that change and promise to stay true to the Fannin County beliefs that make this county a great place to live. I am asking for your support and your vote to become your next Criminal District Attorney.

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We want to shout out a huge thank you to the Bois d' Arc Festival for raising funds for Fannin County Family Crisis Center. Thank you to Jake Shockley-State Farm and Bonham Chrysler for the work put into sponsoring this event, and to all other sponsors and volunteers!

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The identity of Jesus is clearly seen by the quote of the unclean spirit in the synagogue, “Let us alone; what have we to do with thee, thou Jesus of Nazareth? art thou come to destroy us? I know thee who thou art, the Holy One of God” (Mark 1:24). Peter speaks of Jesus in quoting David, “Because thou wilt not leave my soul in hell, neither wilt thou suffer thine Holy One to see corruption” (Acts 2:27; Psalm 16:6-10). In Peter’s prayer to the Father, he states, “For of a truth against thy holy child Jesus, whom thou hast anointed, both Herod, and Pontius Pi-

late, with the Gentiles, and the people of Israel, were gathered together” (Acts 4:27).

With His identity firmly secured, Jesus shows His humility. The scriptures speak of Jesus, “For such an high priest became us, who is holy, harmless, undefiled, separate from sinners, and made higher than the heavens” (Heb 7:26). “But we see Jesus, who was made a little lower than the angels for the suffering of death, crowned with glory and honour; that he by the grace of God should taste death for every man” (Hebrews 2:9). Paul reminds us, “Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God: But made

himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men: And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross” (Philippians 2:5-8).

Because of this we can be “Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God” (Hebrews 12:2). Let us remember that “God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved” (John 3:17).

“The Reason For the Season” This is a very dangerous thing to do. We must always remember that the birth of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, is the most important reason, above all others, that we celebrate this time of year.

I know that I have used this reference before, but I feel led to use it again. In 1959, Audrey Mieir wrote this classic hymn that comes from this passage of scripture.

“His name is Wonderful, His name is Wonderful, His name is Wonderful, Jesus my Lord.

He is the mighty King, Master of everything:

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He’s the great Shepherd, The Rock of all Ages: Almighty God is He. Bow down before Him, Love and adore Him, His name is Wonderful, Jesus my Lord.”

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They Minister to God: Psalms 148:1-2 Praise the LORD! Praise the LORD from the heavens; praise him in the heights! Praise him, all his angels; praise him, all his hosts!

They Minister to Man as Messengers: Luke 1:13 But the angel said to him, “Do not be afraid, Zechariah, for your prayer has been heard, and your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you shall call his name John.

They Minister to Man as Guardians: Daniel 6:22 My God sent his angel and shut the lions’ mouths, and they have not harmed me, because I was found blameless before him; and also before you, O king, I have done no harm.

Hebrews 13:2 - Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.

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At the Temptation of Christ: Matthew 4:11 Then the devil left him, and behold, angels came and were ministering to him.

Matthew 18:10 - Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones; for I say unto you, That in heaven their angels do always behold the face of my Father which is in heaven.

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Joyful Light Baptist Church 4695 FM 2645 First Congregational Church-corner of Savoy, TX 75418 903-436-5440 Hwy 121 and W 13th St. PO Box 386 Bonham, TX 75418 903-449-4914 Bailey Bible Baptist Church Lamasco Baptist Church 346 CR 2615 205 Leslie Bailey, Texas 75413 Telephone, Texas 75488 903-664-2454 Episcopal Holy Trinity Episcopal Church 623 Star Bethlehem Baptist Church “The House Landmark Missionary Baptist Church Street (W 7th & Star Street) of Bread” 1415 Franklin Avenue, 1409 W. Market St. Honey Grove, Texas 903-583-7112 Bonham, TX 7541 Office: 903-583-8061 75446 (615) 448-8802 Bois D’Arc Creek Cowboy Church Hwy 121 & Edhube Road Phone 903-583-1671

Little Bethel Baptist Church PO Box 63 Ladonia, Texas 75449 Phone (903)367-7708

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

Lutheran

Boyd Baptist Church 3707 St. Hwy. 78 N Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Rt 1 Box Bonham, Texas Phone (903) 583-7288 101B, PO Box 73, Ladonia, Texas 75449 Phone (903)367-7009 Calvary Baptist Church 913 S. 5th St Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-3910 New Zion Baptist Church 627 County Road

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

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

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

Corinth Baptist Church 277 CR 1150 North of Bonham on Highway 78 903 583 2750 Dial Baptist Church 16816 FM 1550 Honey Grove, TX 75446 903-378-7070

Sunday Morning Re-take

Hello everyone!

The Bible tells us in Isaiah 9:6, “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.”

This is the true reason that we celebrate Christmas.

Oftentimes we get so caught up in the worldly aspects and the commercialism of the Christmas season that we forget this. God gave us the greatest gift that we could ever receive, and we sometimes take it for granted.

Assembly of God

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

Duplex Baptist Church 313 CR 2102 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-664-3175 Ector Baptist Church P.O. Box 248 Ector, Texas 75439 (903) 961-2175 Edhube Baptist Church 595 FM 2815 Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-2840

1265 Bonham, TX 75418 903-961-2027

Pilgram Rest Baptist Church 703 Agusta St. Trenton, Texas

Methodist

Ravenna Baptist Church 100 Elm Street Ector United Methodist Church Ravenna, Texas 75476 401 Church St. Ector, Texas 75439 (903) 217-7665 Rising Son Cowboy Church 1526 CR 2010 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-640-3377 First United Methodist Church of Leonard 206 N. Main / PO Box 218 Leonard, Sandy Baptist Church Ravenna, Texas TX 75452 903-587-3463 75476 (903) 583-9546 First United Methodist Church of TrenSeventh & Main Baptist Church 617 ton 211 North Second Street @ Hunt N. Main Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) Trenton, TX 75490 903-989-2378 583-8679 First United Methodist Church of BonSovereign Grace Baptist Church 601 S. ham 801 Star Bonham, Texas 75418 4th St. Bonham, TX 469-207-1141 (903) 583-3314

Elwood Baptist Intersection of CR 2125 Telephone Baptist Church located on FM 273 Grove Hill Methodist Church and CR 2544 near Ivanhoe, Texas in Telephone Office phone: 903-664-2377 5501 FM 1553 Leonard, TX 75452 Faith Independent Baptist Church 12676 W Hwy 82 Savoy, Tx 75479 903-965-5517

Primera Iglesia Baustia Hispana 1134 FM Marvin United Methodist Church 273 Bonham, Texas 75418 903-583-5727 Office Phone 903-364-2411 FM 898 E Whitewright, Texas Trinity Baptist Church 219 W. Denison First Baptist Church of Bailey Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-3388 Mulberry United Methodist Church, PO Box 221 Bailey, Texas 75413 5638 FM 274, Ravenna, TX 75476, (903)583-4793 Valley Creek Baptist Church 3615 FM phone 1-888-311-8508 896, Leonard, TX 75452 903-587-2386 First Baptist Church of Bonham 710 McKenzie United Methodist Church N. Center Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) Westside Baptist Church 912 W. Commerce 701 N. 7th Street Honey Grove, TX 583-8519 St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 903-249-2987 75446 (903) 203-4455 West Shady Grove Baptist Church First Baptist Church of Dodd City PO Windom United Methodist Church 13665 East Line Road Trenton, TX Box 47 Dodd City, Texas 75438-0047 207 Second Street PO Box 936 (903)583-4465 Windom Baptist Church 203 1st Street Windom, TX 75492 940-390-0146 Windom, TX 75492 (903) 623-2215 First Baptist Church of Honey Grove Pleasant Grove CME Church box 34 PO Box 124 Honey Grove, Texas 75446 Wild Horse Creek Cowboy Church 2992 CR Ladonia TX 75449 Hwy 64 903-367-7870 (903)378-2768 2285 Telephone, Texas 75488 903-486-1630 Virginia Point United Methodist Church Catholic First Baptist Church of Ladonia 301 1386 CR 1200 Savoy, TX East Main Ladonia, Texas 75449-100 St. Elizabeth Catholic Church corner of 10th Nazarene & Maple Bonham, TX office 903-583-7734 (903)367-7038 Bonham Community Church 347 FM Church of Christ 273 Bonham, TX 228-563-0423 First Baptist Church of Leonard 100 Church of Christ Leonard, Texas 75452 Non-Denominational East Thomas St. [PO Box 1146] (903) 587-2229 Leonard, TX 75452 (903) 587-2250 Golden Gospel Church 4435 County Ector Church of Christ Hwy 56 & Cedar Road 2610 in Bonham, Texas First Baptist Church of Pecan Gap St. Ector, Texas 903-961-3155 (903) 227-8527 PO Box 100 Pecan Gap, Texas 75469 Honey Grove Church Of Christ - 403 W. (903)359-6683 Greater Joy Fellowship Hwy. 121 & W Main St. Honey Grove, 903-227-2606 13th, Bonham, TX (meeting in First Con. Ivanhoe Church of Christ P.O. Box 322First Baptist Church of Randolph Methodist Church Bldg. Sun. 5 PM) 290 CR 2040 Ivanhoe, TX 75447 PO Box 14 Randolph, Texas 75475 (903)583-6900 The Way Christian Fellowship. 308 E Katy Blvd Church of Christ 411 Katy Fowler St, Savoy Tx 75479 Blvd Bonham, TX 75418 706-294-5996 First Baptist Church of Savoy .O. Box 177 Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) Pentecostal Midway Church of Christ Hwy 56 W 965-4160 Bonham 903 583 3989 First Baptist Church of Trenton PO Box 157 Trenton, Texas 75490 (903)989-2319

Northside Church of Christ 2020 N. Center Bonham, Texas 75418 (903)583-3484 Oak Ridge Church of Christ 10368 E FM 1550 Ladonia, Texas 75449 903 583 0849

First Fannin Baptist Hispanic Church Rt. 4 Box 10 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-5727 Savoy Church of Christ P.O. Box 212 Savoy, (903) 965-7344 Gober Baptist Church P.O. Box 82 Wolfe City, Texas 75496 (903) 583-2378 Trenton Church of Christ 101 W. Saunders St. Trenton, TX 75490 Grace Reformed Baptist Church 903-989-2446 2800 10th St Honey Grove TX gracerbcbonham.com Gathering Tine Cabin Ministry 487 CR 2105 Ivanhoe, TX 903-449-0180

Church of God

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

Honey Grove Cowboy Church Lannius Church of God 2803 Hwy 897 3050 Hwy 100 North Honey Grove, TX Dodd City, TX 75438 903-623-3007

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

United Pentecostal

Calvary United Pentecostal Church 1190 Hwy 56 W Bonham Texas 903-583-4346 United Pentecostal Church P.O. Box 216 Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) 965-4627 Peace Tabernacle UPC 16020 CR 635 Trenton, Texas (972) 752-4054

We at The Leader feel this faith page is a ministry, that we proudly donate to Fannin County. It is very important to present our Saviour, Jesus Christ to the world, specifically our County. Individuals or churches that feel ledContinued to sponsor this church directory or this page please contact Tim Meek @ 903-583-3280 or my call cell @ See Commissioners PUZZLE ON PAGE 8 on page 19 903-227-5702. Thank you...

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EMPLOYMENT CHURCH MUSICIAN NEEDED: The St. Emmanuel Church of God in Christ, Denison, Texas, a small Pentecostal church with a big heart, is seeking an organist to play during Sunday worship services, and to accompany the choir. Applicants should be experienced in playing at church services and playing by memory.

Must be available on Sundays from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Salary up to $400 per week, with other expenses negotiable. For more information, or to apply, call 903/819-6354.

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS for the FOLLOWING POSITIONS HVAC Technicians, Journeyman Electrician, and HVAC/Electric Apprentice and Helpers. Competitive wages based on experience, vacation and company paid insurance.

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

CNC Lathe/ Mill Machinist POSITION OPENINGS B.F. Gammon Tool & Die is accepting applications for immediate openings for CNC Lathe/Mill Machinist and also someone with Gear Cutting experience. 40 hours per week plus overtime. Full benefits including paid healthcare, retirement benefits and holiday, vacation and sick pay. Climate controlled shop. 7:30am4:00pm, 5 days per week.

Send resume via email to brett@bfgammon.com or call 903-583-3597 NOW HIRING! CDL drivers with recent driving experience and a clean driving record. Home daily.

Driving radius within 3 hours of Fannin County, TX. Ability to use forklift, tarping and flatbed experience a plus, but will train the right driver.

Please come in person to complete an application: 3765 County Road 2135, Telephone, TX 75488 or call 903-664-2332 ask for human resources.

“CONSULTANTS” NEEDED Work From Home in Real Estate.

Returning calls and emails.

No selling, commission income. $8,500 + a Month (pthl.), No Experience, Company Will Train Start immediately.

Call Judy (903)505-4699

FIREWOOD FOR SALE: Oak Firewood at Lake Bonham $200 (Split & Ricked) • Some Hickory & Pecan Price negotiable • Delivery Available extra charge • Also Light Tree Trimming Available • Trash Pickup Call Michael 903-227-2196

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FOR SALE FOR SALE: Twin Bed. $50, Antique Buffet $75 Call Sue: 903-201-4443 FOR SALE: New Saddle - Never Used - Blue with matching bridle, reins, blanket & martingale.

Denison $350 Call 214-901-3850

HELP WANTED HELP WANTED: Ranch helper 2 or 3 days per week. Mucking 4 stalls and refreshing water. Takes 1.5 hours each day. Pays $50 each day. Bonham Area.

Call: 909-332-0331 HELP WANTED Need Part Time Mechanic Helper. Call 903-814-8620

HOUSEKEEPING THE CLEANING LADY Let me clean so you won’t have to. Very reasonable rates, great references!

Years of experience. HAVE BROOM WILL TRAVEL! Call Mairi 903-815-1877.

LOST & FOUND LOST: Ladies’ Wedding Ring Reward Call Sandra 903-664-3022

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

PINE RUN APARTMENTS Now taking applications for 1 & 2 bedroom apartments.

Please call 903-378-7146.

STAPP TREE TRIMMING and REMOVAL Hauling, Storm Damage, Demolition Work, Dead Wood Removal, Licensed and Bonded.

Over 25 Years Experience. Call 903-5837888. “Cheaper than the cheapest. Give me a call, I can handle it all, guaranteed.”

MUNOZ LAWN CARE & TREE TRIMMING All kinds of fences built and repaired too. For estimate call: 903-267-2503

FOR RENT Small 2 BR House, Ector, TX. References required.

No Pets. Call 903-4492240 or 903-227-0653, for appointment.

(Request Rental Application)

WANT TO BUY FRIENDLY BUYER OF ALL JUNK CARS & TRUCKS No Title No Problem Call Tony @ 903-449-9028

Community Food Pantry in Honey Grove McKenzie United Methodist Church, 701 7th Street.

1st and 3rd Thursday each month. 5pm - 7pm.

4th Tuesday: Produce 1pm - 4pm Contacts: Star Breece - 281-832-8116 Soleil - 903-505-0250 God Bless You!

If you’re pregnant, we want to help.

903-640-8230 Fannin Pregnancy Care Center 1500 N. Center Bonham, Texas

Fannin County Community Ministries Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 8:00am - 11:45am 1022 FM 273 BONHAM TX 75418 903-583-3663

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

APP HOUSE LEVELING & FOUNDATION REPAIR Pier and Beam/ Slab Foundation/ Small & Large Remodels. 903-227-2860.

PUBLIC NOTICE A PAW UP Helping Animals In Need Thrift Store 101 West Hayes, Savoy Open Friday thru Sunday 10am-5pm.

FREE CLOTHES & HOUSEWARES: Clothes ClosetValley Creek Baptist Church, 3615 FM 896, Leonard.

Wednesdays 8-10am.

PETS 3 FREE KITTENS to a good home. Solid white with blue eyes. 1 month old.

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BUDGET STUMP REMOVAL Commercial & Residential Call William 903-820-1036.

A&A HANDYMAN SERVICE Any repairs, demolition or remodeling, lawn care, tree service, cleaning out houses, trailer homes, sheds, or barns.

Call 469-422-7990.

POST OAK OFF-ROAD REPAIR Automotive, ATV, UTV, & Motorcycles. Engine Rebuilding. All Repairs, and Custom Projects Welcome.

20 Years Experience.

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SEEKING INFORMATION Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Toni Denise Peel Baragona, last known to be in Fannin County in 1995.

Please contact Andrea Baragona at 985-272-3620.

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE: House to be moved.

972-679-9035 FOR RENT Cabover camper RV, 18ft by 8ft. A/C, kitchen, bathroom with shower, ideal for a single person. NO PETS. $480.00 per month, $200.00 deposit. Includes water and electric. Propane extra. Sherman.

Contact 903-209-6710 FOR RENT 3 bedroom. good galley kitchen, central air, large bedrooms. $1,400 3 bedroom, separate dining room, large fenced yard, central air. $1,200 3 bedroom, updated, 2 car garage, central air. $1,200 Call: 903-227-0920 BillBuysHouses.com Buying homes As Is Since ‘91.

Also buys lots, land & Manuf. Homes 214.478.8979

WISE FUNERAL HOME FOR SALE Seasoned Firewood. $75 for pick-up load. Call Osbone: 214-491-9448

HANDYMAN / LAWN CARE •Painting •Sheetrock Repair & Texture •Remodeling •Plumbing •Electrical •Mowing •Tree & Trim work •Flower beds.

Call 903-304-9009.

Large RV with Slides FOR RENT Includes all utilities except propane, in Savoy, TX. Ideal for single person. $880 monthly, $200 deposit required. No pets.

Call 903-718-2064.

Service to others with the love and compassion of Jesus Christ Owned by the Greene Family

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RES Clears the Way for Lake Ralph Hall

Press Release - Resource Environmental Solutions, LLC’s (RES's) local North Texas team is finishing the clearing and grubbing of around 700 acres in the footprint of future Lake Ralph Hall. RES’s team started full-time clearing in January 2023 and will finish early next year. In addition to removing fencing, trees and grass from the reservoir footprint, they are gathering and saving wood for around 210 fish habitat structures that Texas Parks and Wildlife will form and place to improve lake fishing.

While RES itself isn’t based out of North Texas, the company has developed a strong team of locally hired workers and relies on local partners to help serve the northern Texas and Oklahoma areas. The six workers clearing at Lake Ralph Hall were originally hired to help with mitigation for Bois d’Arc Lake. Upper Trinity’s project has given them an opportunity to continue working in their own communities. Many of the team members live within 30 miles of the future lake, with several in Bonham and one in

neighboring Bug Tussle, TX. “We wanted to keep them busy near home if possible.

These are full-time RES employees and have been with RES for four years since we started working in the area,” explained RES Project Manager Daniel Kampfer. “Working on Lake Ralph Hall allows them to stay near home for another year—able to be with their families at the end of every day. It worked out perfectly.”

In addition to hiring locally, RES has been intentional to

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- Macadamia nuts are toxic for Fluffy, and so are grapes and raisins. This means mincemeat is pie out, since mincemeat contains raisins. Most people nowadays know chocolate is very hazardous for dogs, and onions, present in many components of Christmas dinner, can be poisonous too. Moderate amounts of Christmas fare are usually just fine, but turkey and chicken bones will likely cause problems for our pets as they can become lodged in their throat or penetrate their intestines. Additionally, large amounts of any oily foods can cause pancreatitis. - Keep an eye on your Christmas toddies, as alcohol poisoning is a legitimate risk too.

Mistletoe, holly, lilies and Christmas roses, are toxic to your dog, and most of us have heard Poinsettias are poisonous to dogs and cats, but the truth is they're only ‘mildly’ toxic. Your live Christmas tree on the other hand, presents a number of unique pet hazards.

The water will contain preservatives, pesticides, fertilizers, flame retardants, and preservatives, all designed to keep your tree fresh, but they're hazardous for Fluffy. Additionally, Christmas tree water will have harmful bacteria in it. To ward off an accident here, besides

keeping an eye on your dog, just put a skirt around the tree at the bottom. - Christmas tree needles are bad news because they're not digestible and can be mildly toxic. Worst of all, they can obstruct or puncture your dog's gastrointestinal tract. - Fir tree oils and ar-

tificial snow can irritate her mouth and stomach, this in turn can cause vomiting and excessive drooling. - Tinsel is especially hazardous to your dog. If she swallows some tinsel, there's a good chance you'll soon be paying the emergency room vet to have it surgically

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“We use local vendors to help us with fuel and tools,” Kampfer shared. “We get our fuel from McCraw Oil & Propane based in Bonham. The Honey Grove Co-op supplies us miscellaneous tools and various things you might need for an excavator.”

Kampfer’s team looks forward to seeing Lake Ralph Hall finished and is grateful for their ongoing local partnerships.

“It’s been a great opportunity to work on both lakes that are new here to North Texas.” removed from her intestines.

And if you don't notice her lethargy from ingesting tinsel, it could kill her.

Signs your dog has been poisoned more than likely, will develop over a few days, and can include abdominal pain, diarrhea, weakness and lack of appetite. - The ASPCA poison hotline is 888-426-4435.

- Stash this number, but do everything you can not to need it.

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The largest bass ever caught in Texas was caught on January 2nd, 1992 on Lake Fork with a live minnow.

The bass weighed 18.18 pounds and measured 25.50 inches The angler, Barry St. Clair, said the depth was approximately 42 feet when the bass took the minnow. He used a fishing line with 14 pound test.

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Hope Concrete delivering material onsite at Lake Ralph Hall

Press Release - A lot of material goes into building a lake—especially concrete. Just ask Tim Foley, General Superintendent of Hope

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Concrete, a local contractor based out of Commerce and Bonham, TX. His team has delivered more than 1500 loads of concrete to date, and will deliver around 7501000 more for various project components from building new roads to the dam and pump station.

Hope Concrete has served north central Texas for just over 75 years and is a family business started by Foley’s grandfather.

“We supply all the material to Archer Western and Gran-

ite to build all the structures for the reservoir,” Foley explained. “Both of those companies have been customers of ours for 25+ years.”

His team of around 30 local workers drives ready-mix trucks 12-15 miles to the lake site and provides onsite quality control and assistance as Archer Western and the lake’s other contractors pour the concrete for various parts of the project.

Daily loads vary from five to 50 or more, depending on project requirements. Local

Coston & Son Ready Mix in Paris, TX works with Hope Concrete for extra back-up on especially large pours.

“They have been super helpful because some of the placements have required so much concrete at once,” Foley shared.

Hope Concrete is glad to work on a project with partners they value and “because it’s in our part of the world,” Foley said. “We’ll all use that lake sometime because we all live around it.”

Worth a thousand words: An Operation Game Thief call came into Houston Communications at 2:00 a.m. about shots being fired in Liberty County. A game warden went to investigate the call. The game warden slow-rolled down a dirt road near the area where the shots were reported, and saw two people entering a house. She pulled into the drive and saw a 10-point buck on the ground. Upon being questioned, one of the subjects stated that he had shot the deer at 5:30 that evening and that it had run away and he

had been looking for it ever since. He said he found the deer a little while ago, and it was still alive and he shot it again. The game warden took the subject with her to follow the tire tracks from the riding lawnmower that was used to move the deer to where the deer was killed. While looking at the spot where the deer was killed, the game warden saw a game camera on the tree and took the memory chip out of it. She noticed a light pole above the corn feeder with a drop light at the top. She and the subject then followed the extension cord from the light, across the yard to where it went into

a bedroom window. The warden put the subject’s camera chip into her camera and looked at the photos. One showed the deer standing there eating; in the next it was on the ground, and in the next the subject was standing over the deer with a gun. Each picture had the date and time stamped on it. Charges pending.

No, you can’t buy (or sell) it: A Garland law enforcement clerk received a call from someone inquiring about the legality of selling deer meat. The caller forwarded the clerk an Internet posting by a man attempting to sell a deer he had at a processor in Garland. The clerk quickly forwarded the e-mail to the district supervisor, who contacted a Dallas County game warden to investigate. The game warden arrived at the processor before the exchange took place and parked in the back of the building. The game warden then identified and filed on the seller for illegal sale of whitetailed deer meat. He then had the seller wait inside until the buyers arrived and observed the purchase of the meat. The game warden then filed on the buyer for illegal purchase of whitetailed deer meat. The deer meat was seized.

Text messages lead to cases: While inspecting a deer camp on the Louisiana state line, Marion County game wardens checked a Louisiana resident who had been filed on the previous year. After a short interview, the hunter was found to have another Texas resident license even though he was still a Louisiana resident and had already killed one doe and taken it back to Louisiana for processing.

The wardens also found fresh deer meat in a cooler they questioned the hunter about. A second hunter was still in the field, so the wardens asked if he could be contacted by cell phone.

The first hunter gave one of the game wardens his cell phone to call the second hunter. The game warden noticed there were several new text messages from the second hunter. The warden texted back and forth with the hunter in the field, with the hunter inadvertently admitting to several offenses including taking the untagged deer found in the cooler. The second hunter arrived in camp and was recognized by the other game warden as a prior offender. He had a correct out-of-state license, but the two missing deer tags were found in the hunter’s wallet unused. A total of six deer had been illegally killed with two transported across state lines resulting in 20 cases being filed on three hunters. One hunter was arrested and transported to Marion County Jail.

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Cooper EXCELLENT. Water lightly stained; 60 degrees: 1.00 feet below pool. Blue Catfish continue to be good with cut shad and chicken gizzards.

Fork GOOD. Water Stained; 57-60 degrees; 2.28 feet below pool. The bass bite has slowed after the cold fronts, but chatterbaits are still working in 3-5 feet of water. Carolina rigs are good in 5-7 feet with Baby ring fry’s. Red squarebill crankbaits are starting to pick up as well as suspending jerk baits in 4-8 feet. Smaller bass are in the shallow brush late in the day, try streamers in 18 inches of water. Crappie are moving out to the open water in 30 plus feet of water biting small jig patterns.

Lavon GOOD. Water lightly stained; 62 degrees; 3.36 feet below pool. Some bass are suspended at the dam in 15-20 feet of water. Catching the occasional fish on a squarebill crankbait on boat ramps. Jigs and creature baits, working well on concrete and rock in deeper locations. Deepwater rock piles, brush piles and ledges using jerkbaits, swimbaits, Carolina rigs and Alabama rigs. White bass are slow and scattered. Look for fish on the deepwater humps or 25-30 feet on main lake points.

Ray Roberts GOOD. Water normal stain; 55 degrees; 1.82 feet below pool. The consistent weather has made for a steady pattern. The bite is best when there is a little chop on the water from a light breeze. Sand bass are good with many limits caught off the bottom in 40 feet of water with slabs with a hair jig as trailer. Blue catfish are mixed in. Catfish are good in 40 feet of water with cut chicken, cut shad and even on the slabs when targeting sandies. Bass are fair with shallow water crankbaits near rocks, or a dropshot on deeper points. Crappie are slow with a few keepers in 30-40 feet of water on the deepest parts of the brush piles with minnows.

Tawakoni GOOD. Water lightly stained; 59 degrees; 0.66 feet below pool. Lake Tawakoni continues to fish good and is settling into a winter pattern. The striper and white bass fishing has been good. Large schools of threadfin shad are moving out into Open water and the white bass and some hybrid striper have followed them. Targeting these open water fish can be difficult. When you find large schools you can catch them on slabs suspended in 22 feet of water. The trophy blue catfish bite has turned on. We are seeing fish up to 50 pounds landed on fresh cut gizzard shad in 20 feet.

Texoma GOOD. Water normal stained; 65 degrees; 2.57 feet below pool. Striped bass fishing is great using live shad, flukes and swimbaits on the ends of the lake near the rivers watching for gulls working active fish in the channels 30-50 feet of water.

Catfish are good drifting cut shad in 35-45 feet of water on flats off the river channels. Bigger fish showing up shallower as well on flats in 15-20 feet of water west of the islands. Crappie are slow on jigs using electronics to locate active fish in 8-12 feet of water with a slow presentation. Largemouth and smallmouth are fair using live shad off the banks in 8-15 feet of water on the main lake points and mouths of the coves. Report by Jacob Orr, Lake Texoma Guaranteed Guide Service. Fishing patterns are holding steady, and days with cloud cover are best. Lots of seagulls pointing the way to fish first thing in the morning and later in the afternoon. Striped bass are good fishing midlake schools with slabs, swimbaits and live bait. Deadsticking and Alabama rigs will be the tactics when it becomes colder.

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Facebook: Glaser-Family-Charitable-Foundation Become a member of the Friends of Bonham Senior Citizens CenChristmas Fudge ter and use your talents to support programs at the Senior Center. the case, what follows is Mom’s recipe. I invite you to make tubs and tubs of this delectable fudge to enjoy with your EMPLOYMENT NOTICE family as you celebrate Christmas this year.

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For information text Rich at 214-738-9975.

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EMPLOYMENT NOTICE

County Clerk’s Office-Elections Division

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EMPLOYMENT NOTICE County Clerk’s Office Division JOB TITLE: Election Administration Assistant - Trainee SUPERVISOR: County Clerk SALARY: $18.17 per hour Grade 6 HOURS: 8am – 5pm / 5:30am-10pm or later on Election Days and extended hours during early voting, 1st Saturday in May required; 1 hour for lunch dependent upon the current election.

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