and replacement of the STAAR test. Dozens of new Texas laws will take effect in December and January, bringing wideranging changes to the state’s education system, law enforcement, taxes and more.
Over 800 laws from this year’s regular legislative session already took effect on Sept. 1, but more measures from that period as well as the second special session will soon activate. Some also had to wait for voters’ approval, such as more tax exemption for businesses’ inventory. Notably, the legislation behind the Texas GOP’s middecade push to redraw the congressional map and get five more seats for President Donald Trump is supposed to take effect on Dec. 4. The
measure took two special sessions this summer to pass, after most of the Texas House Democrats skipped town in protest and froze legislative businesses. Now, all eyes are on the legal fight over the new lines, which escalated to the U.S. Supreme Court after a federal court ruled against Texas earlier this month. The high court has temporarily restored the new map, while the justices consider their final decision.
A recent lawsuit also halted the constitutional amendment
that allows Senate Bill 5 to go into effect Dec. 1.
A priority of Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick during the regular session, the law would create the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas to study dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and other brain-related conditions, as the state is growing older faster than the rest of the country.
In early November, voters approved the constitutional amendment providing $3 billion in surplus state revenue
to fund the institute. But the lawsuit now claims that voting machines used in this election were faulty — a tactic that right-wing activists have used in the past to block constitutional amendments from going into effect. Patrick has urged the court to resolve the matter quickly in order for this law to take effect.
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Fannin County Judge
has scheduled a public workshop
Public Notice Of Workshop
75418
Wednesday, December 3, 2025 5:30 PM
SPECIFICALLY FOR THE FOLLOWING:
1. County Roads
A. Planning, Budgeting, Managing, Maintaining
B. Options available, including precinct and unitization systems
C. Safety
Attention Fannin County Elected Officials
All Fannin County Commissioners and elected officials are invited and encouraged to submit updates from their Precinct or County Office weekly, bi-weekly or quarterly. Publication is free as a service to Fannin County residents to keep the voters informed. Please e-mail them to fcleditor2020@gmail.com or fcltimmeek@gmail.com
And...Did You Know?
Citizens of Fannin County have a voice also. We welcome Letters to the Editor on topics that would be of concern and interest to the community. The decision to publish is left to the Editor and Management. We do not allow personal attacks on individuals, that’s what Face Book is for. If a process is broken, you have a strong opinion, or something is just dead wrong, e-mail us a letter and sign your name Un-signed letters will not be published. Letters 400 words or less are published for FREE. Please e-mail them to fcleditor2020@gmail.com or fcltimmeek@gmail.com
Introduction to Fannin County Hospital Authority
The Fannin County Hospital Authority (FCHA) is a Non-State Governmental Organization (NSGO) established in October 2012. The primary mission of FCHA is to ensure the delivery of high-quality and sustainable healthcare services to residents of Fannin County. This is accomplished by forming partnerships with privately owned healthcare facilities, a model made possible through the State of Texas 1115 Waiver and the Quality Incentive Payment Program (QIPP) for Nursing Facilities.
Scope of Operations
FCHA holds the license for sixty nursing homes across the state of Texas, as well as one hospital in Fannin County, TMC-Bonham. The Authority has management agreements in place with both the hospital and the nursing homes' administrations. These agreements enable FCHA to oversee the operations of the facilities, ensuring compliance with the guidelines set forth by the 1115 Waiver program for hospitals and the QIPP for nursing homes.
Community Funding and Support Initiatives
The financial resources generated by FCHA have been used to support a variety of healthcare needs within Fannin County. These efforts include providing annual grants aimed at improving health and well-being throughout the community.
Mental Health and Student Support
● FCHA funds a network of professional counselors who provide mental health intervention and counseling services to students in every school district in Fannin County.
● The Authority also provides funding for a fulltime counselor and a dedicated classroom for at-risk students at Bonham High School.
Support for Vulnerable Populations
● FCHA has provided construction funding for
the Open Arms Shelter, a new 30-bed residential care facility serving homeless individuals and families. Open Arms is also designed to function as a hub for services within Fannin County, hosting the Fannin Health Clinic and the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program. These services extend essential support to young mothers and their children, fostering education and compassionate care for the next generation.
Dental and Medical Services
● In collaboration with
the North Texas Dental Society, FCHA has funded two county-wide dental clinics.
● The Authority purchased a new X-ray machine for the hospital, which included renovations to the X-ray room. Additional funding provided resources for room sanitation equipment during the COVID-19 pandemic and supported the employment of an in-hospital surgeon. Emergency Services and Charitable Support
● FCHA covered the county's share of ambulance service costs for two
years, separate from the City of Bonham's obligations.
● The Authority has awarded numerous grants to a variety of 501(c)(3) charitable organizations, further extending its impact across the community.
Conclusion Through these initiatives and partnerships, the Fannin County Hospital Authority continues to play a vital role in enhancing healthcare and supporting the well-being of individuals and families throughout Fannin County.
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General Ken Paxton Launches Investigation into Use of CCP-Aligned
Press Release - Attorney
General Ken Paxton has opened an investigation into the use of products from Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. (“CATL”), a company aligned with the Chinese Communist Party (“CCP”), that could be violating state law through its involvement with a Texas power facility. “Texas must not allow foreign communists to infiltrate, interfere, or otherwise undermine our power grid or other parts of
Products in Critical State Infrastructure
our state infrastructure,” said Attorney General Paxton.
“The CCP is a bad actor, and it is unlawful for aligned companies to meddle in our state in order to grant backdoor access to their handlers. If you mess with Texas, I will come after you.”
In September 2025, the Lone Star Infrastructure Protection Act took effect, prohibiting business entities from entering into agreements that would grant a Chinese-controlled business direct or remote access to critical Texas
infrastructure. However, a power storage station currently under construction near Mabank, Texas, has used CATL components for critical pieces that have also failed to pass certain tests.
Attorney General Paxton has opened an investigation to determine if the use of CCP-aligned CATL products violates Texas law by enabling access to critical infrastructure by prohibited actors, posing a substantial risk to Texas’s power grid.
Attorney General Paxton has vigorously opposed CCPaligned companies from taking advantage of Texas consumers or unlawfully interfering with Texas’s state security. He identified
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1 pork tenderloin (about 1 to 1.5 lbs.)
2 Tbsp. olive oil
½ tsp. salt ¼ tsp. black pepper ¼ c. pure maple syrup
2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard 1 Tbsp. soy sauce
1 tsp. garlic powder
Preheat oven to 400°. Pat the pork tenderloin dry with paper towels. Rub the pork with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place the pork in a baking dish. In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, and garlic powder to make the glaze. Pour half of the glaze over the pork tenderloin. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature
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LT extends '25 football season to Thanksgiving w/B. Ridge rematch
By Rich Hilliard
Class 3A-II Leonard advanced to the regional semifinals -- its deepest football postseason trip since the Tigers' 2A Division II
State Semifinalist effort in 2013. In said third round, Leonard (8-4) garnered a rematch with Blue Ridge, a District 7-3AII rival, on Friday, Nov. 28, at 2 p.m. at Melissa ISD's
Coach Kenny Deel Stadium. Host Blue Ridge won the district meeting, 32-27, on Oct. 10. To reach the third round, Leonard defeated ScurryRosser, 40-14, on Nov. 14
in the bi-district round and Holliday, 41-34, on Nov. 20 in the area round.
Meanwhile, 1A-II Fannindel (11-1) lost on Nov. 21 to Three Way, 58-36, in the area round. The Falcons defeated
Woodson, 54-6, on Nov. 14 in the bi-district round.
Fannindel started its 2025 season 11-0 -- the first such start for the Falcons since 2020's State quarterfinalist Falcons team.
Elsewhere, 2A-I Honey Grove (10-2) lost to Joaquin, 41-8, in the area round on Nov. 21, after defeating Union Grove, 41-10, on Nov. 14 in the bi-district round.
LT, SR v'ball triads lead initial THSCA Academic All-State
By Rich Hilliard
Leonard and Sam Rayburn
each had three senior volleyball players earn AllState Academic notoriety from the Texas High School
Coaches Association, in the first lists released for the 2025-26 athletics year. Leonard's Madison Jones (1st Team), Kylie Houser (Honorable Mention) and Micaela Garza (Honorable
Mention) joined Sam Rayburn's Emilee McWhorter (2nd Team), Madison Gibbs (Honorable Mention) and Avery Lott (Honorable Mention).
Dodd City's Addison
Weeks (1st Team) and Kenzi Freeman (2nd Team) also earned AllState Academic volleyball notoriety.
Meanwhile, three Fannin County High School
boys made the All-State Academic cross country list: Fannindel's Noah Trussell (1st Team) and Kai Hilliard (Honorable Mention); Bonham's Connor Haggard (1st Team).
Besides being senior athletes, the recognition considers their additional excellence in the following categories: GPA (grade point average), class rank and ACT/SAT score.
Trenton v'ball's Bingham NCOY, Garewal top '25 coach in
By Rich Hilliard
Trenton sophomore
Kinley Bingham received the Newcomer of the Year superlative and Cody Garewal garnered the Coach of the Year honor to lead Fannin County recipients in the All-District 10-2A volleyball awards for 2025.
First-team recipients included Trenton seniors
Jessi McMahon and Zoey Morales and Sam Rayburn's Maddie Gibbs, senior, and Amberlie Ivey, junior.
Second-team selections were Trenton's Jacky Flores, senior, and Carly Medina, sophomore, and Sam Rayburn's Emilee McWhorter, senior, and Giselle Navarro, sophomore.
Honorable mentions included: Sam Rayburn sophomore Eva Kwinuwon
and Trenton's Haley Lowe, senior, and Ryleigh Billue, junior.
Academic All-District were Sam Rayburn's Eva Kwinuwon, Emilee McWhorter, Amberlie Ivey, Avery Lott, Maddie Gibbs, Brinlee Malone, Chasity Thomas, Kendal Hall and Giselle Navarro; Trenton's Jessi McMahon, Layton Ingram, Zoey Morales,
Haley Lowe,
and Ava
Of the two Fannin County schools in the district, only Trenton, a Division-II bidistrict finalist, reached the postseason from 10-2A. It equated the Lady Tigers'
10th volleyball postseason in the last 11 years. Sam Rayburn swept its home-and-home meetings with Tom Bean -- in a
Division-I State semifinalist Whitewright and regional finalist Tioga.
Leonard's Stoy Co-Server of Year; Flowers, Aylor top team in 11-3A
By Rich Hilliard
Freshman Leah Stoy shared the Server of the Year Superlative to lead Leonard in the All-District 11-3A volleyball awards for 2025.
Sophomore Ava Flowers and freshman Olivia Aylor each earned a first-team selection for the Lady Tigers, who this season: won their first playoffs match, made their first area-round advance and totaled their most single-season wins (34) in school history in volleyball.
Junior Bella Neaville and senior Madison Jones each garnered a second-team selection for Leonard (34-8), a postseason volleyball qualifier for the first time since 2019 via a 7-5 third-place finish in 11-3A which secured the district's second Division-II playoffs berth.
Junior Riley Brown, sophomore Emma Houser and sophomore Avery Ross of the Lady Tigers each received an honorable mention.
Academic All-District recipients from Leonard included:
Madison Jones, Riley Brown,
Aylor,
Ross,
Kylie Houser,
Isabelle Neaville, Ashlynn Cavender, Ava Flowers, Avery
Olivia
Jasper Cunningham, Caroline Holton and Leah Stoy.
Leonard's Olivia Aylor (7).
Photo by Rich Hilliard
Leonard's Leah Stoy (12).
Photo by Rich Hilliard
Leonard's Ava Flowers (8).
Photo by Rich Hilliard
Leonard's Bella Neaville (15). Photo by Rich Hilliard
Leonard's Madison Jones (11).
Photo by Rich Hilliard
Leonard's Riley Brown (13).
Photo by Rich Hilliard
Leonard's Emma Houser (5).
Photo by Rich Hilliard
Leonard's Avery Ross (9). Photo by Rich Hilliard
Kinley Bingham, Cadence Billue, Ava Faggart, Carly Medina, Ryleigh Billue
Cannon.
district which also included
Trenton's Cody Garewal.
Photo by Rich Hilliard Trenton's Kinley Bingham.
Photo by Rich Hilliard
Trenton's Jessi McMahon.
Photo by Rich Hilliard Trenton's Zoey Morales.
Photo by Rich Hilliard
Sam Rayburn's Amberlie Ivey.
Photo by Rich Hilliard
Sam Rayburn's Maddie Gibbs.
Photo by Rich Hilliard
Fannin County Commissioners Meeting
By Tim Meek
private property. Under this current shoreline management plan, and under Texas Parks and Wildlife’s own public
hunting land rules, public activity is limited to the water on Bois d’ Arc Lake. Overnight use of shoreline property is not currently allowed. That language appears multiple times and is very clear in the shoreline management plan. I’m asking the Court to be aware and assist in any way to keep the existing policy in place, and to continue enforcing the restrictions along the I mean, already written in the Texas Parks and Wildlife Regulations and the current shoreline Management Plan.”
Nancy White, President of Legislative Energy Action Foundation spoke next regarding the BESS facility in Savoy. “I, along with one other, run the Secure the Texas Grid Coalition, a subdivision of the National Secure the Grid Coalition. And I am thankful today for this press release from the Texas Attorney General, which is
based off of an investigation in my county.” (See Page 4 for the press release.) “I also additionally provided this along with a White Paper that my organization put together in reference to the contemporary Amperex Technology components that are found in 90% of battery energy storage systems in the United States, which is on a congressional document, mind you. And that is why the Attorney General is investigating this specifically, because this company is on the Department of Defense’s national security watch list, with more than a thousand builds in Texas having these components, which is why the Attorney General is taking this up. I implore this Commissioners Court, due to new information from the Texas Attorney General, to have your District Attorney file a restraining order with an immediate injunction against
Engie, because they have these confirmed same components that our Texas Attorney General is investigating.”
Four more citizens from Savoy spoke about their immediate concerns regarding safety, property values decreasing and the lack of training for first responders. Susan Ackerman stated “If this BESS plant starts next week my property value immediately decreases by 30%. Which means your taxable value just decreased by 30%. To this day, of my knowledge, I do not think that there is an evacuation plan ready. How are you going to get the senior citizens out of that nursing home in Savoy? When we all know there’s been two, bells, (alarms) that went off, and it took 45 minutes for a person to get there. And the first time, they had to call the person who called 911 and ask them where the entrance was.”
ROUTINE ITEMS:
6. Approve payment of bills – County Auditor.
Commissioner Waggoner announced “I need to make an announcement that I did get my conflict of interest, or the disclosure statement done. Just in case, so I need to abstain from, paying the bills. My son done some work for Commissioner Self, over at Precinct 2. Norwood Sanders
Construction.”
Judge Cunningham responded “Yeah, you know, filing disclosure statements doesn’t help the public if they’re with a clerk’s office. I think if we’ve got something that we need to disclose, we need to do it in public in a public hearing. It’s called transparency, and I appreciate you for sharing that with us.”
Commissioner Waggoner stated, “And it was filed on November the 7th.” Judge Cunningham reiterated, “But
we appreciate you bringing it to our attention, and we appreciate you abstaining on this particular matter.”
Approved
7. Approve minutes of previous meeting(s) –County Clerk. Approved
8. Emergency Medical Services report for October 2025 – County Judge for Matt Brown of Allegiance. Matt Brown with Allegiance Mobile Health presented a report for October 2025. “We had 185 total calls last month. Of the 185, we transported 145 patients. We had 32 patients treated on scene with no transport, and 5 calls canceled en route. We did, get called out for one deceased person prior to arrival. Our average response time was 11 minutes, 31 seconds.
Commissioners on page 9
HAVE YOU HUGGED YOUR TODAY?KIDS
Texas New Laws
In the meantime, here are some other key measures to watch.
Laws taking effect in December House Bill 7 will let private citizens sue anyone who manufactures or distributes abortion drugs to or from Texas; those who take the drugs cannot be sued. The plaintiff, if related to the fetus, could get at least $100,000 following a successful case. If they are unrelated to the fetus, they could only get 10% of the damages and they must give the remainder to charity.
Backers of the law say it protects unborn babies and closes loopholes, while its critics said the measure turns individuals into “bounty hunters” and tries to broaden the state’s abortion ban beyond its border. The law will take effect on Dec. 4.
House Bill 8 will replace the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness with three shorter tests throughout the school year. The law will swap out the standardized test that critics have long said puts too much pressure on students and requires too much classroom preparation time. The vast majority of its provisions will activate on Dec. 4, and students will start taking the new assessments in the next school year.
House Bill 18 will create more penalties for lawmakers who break quorum to delay legislative actions, including harsher fines, new limits on funds they raise during the break, as well as loss of seniority and committee posts. The law was passed during the second special session after most of the Texas House Democrats fled the state in response to the Republican congressional redistricting effort. It will take effect on Dec. 4.
House Bill 25 will allow people to buy ivermectin, which is mainly used to treat parasites in livestock, without a prescription. The drug became popular during the pandemic as a COVID-19 treatment, even though the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has not approved it for such use. Its backers said the measure is about medical freedom, while its opponents are concerned about misuse and drug safety. The law will take effect on Dec. 4.
House Bill 26 will allow Harris County’s sheriffs and constables to enter into con-
tracts with homeowner associations, school districts and municipal utility districts to provide additional policing for them without needing approval from the county’s commissioners court. Its backers said the measure protects the popular deputy contract program, while some local officials including county commissioners said it will disrupt the county’s budget process. The law will take effect on Dec. 4.
cal year 2027, if entities like cities or counties don’t adopt higher tax rates.
zens alike. The law, which covers the vast majority of Texas counties, will take effect on Jan. 1. Senate Bill 38 will speed up the eviction process for squatters. While the law targets those who are illegally occupying properties, housing advocates are concerned that it reduces protections for tenants. For example, it will effectively ban the state’s governor and supreme court from changing eviction proceedings during emergencies like the COVID-19 pandemic. One section of the law already took effect in September, while the rest of it will activate on Jan. 1. Continued from page 1
Senate Bill 8 from the second special session will restrict which private spaces transgender people can use in public buildings — such as government offices, public schools, universities, prisons and jails — based on their sex assigned at birth. It will also prohibit those assigned male at birth from using women’s domestic violence shelters, unless they are a minor and the child of a woman receiving services there. Institutions would face a $25,000 fine for the first violation and a $125,000 penalty for each subsequent one. The law’s backers said it protects women’s privacy and safety, while critics said the measure will put trans people as well as cisgender people who are falsely accused in danger. The law will take effect on Dec. 4, following a decadelong effort by Texas Republicans to pass such restrictions. Senate Bill 11 will shield trafficking victims from prosecution for certain crimes committed under their trafficker’s force, fraud or coercion. Lawmakers also passed a similar legislation during the regular session, but Gov. Greg Abbott vetoed it for being too broad. The measure, which will take effect on Dec. 4, also makes those who committed serious offenses — such as murder, trafficking of a person or child, sexual assault or burglary — ineligible for protections under this law.
Laws taking effect in January House Bill 9 will exempt up to $125,000 of businesses’ inventory from being taxed by all entities such as counties, cities and school districts. This type of inventory is currently not taxed if it’s valued under $2,500. The law, which its backers called a win for Texas businesses, will take effect on Jan. 1 after voters approved a related constitutional amendment. Meanwhile, the legislative budget board estimated that local revenues would be reduced by $442 million in fis-
Senate Bill 8 from the regular session will require sheriffs in counties that operate a jail to formally cooperate with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and carry out certain immigration enforcement actions under the so-called 287(g) program. It will also allow them to apply for grants — from $80,000 to $140,000 depending on the county’s population — to help with their participation. The law’s backers said it is about public safety, while critics said it will lead to more racial profiling affecting immigrants and citi-
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professional and home chefs alike on a culinary journey that will inspire them to cook with passion, experiment with flavor, and taste the history of Texas. The cookbook can be purchased now online and will be available at many of the state’s historic sites soon.
The 171-page cookbook features hundreds of recipes organized into categories such as starters, salads, main dishes, breads, desserts, and more. Each recipe includes
a historical note providing context about it, as well as a corresponding state historic site where each recipe may have been made.
The THC is also continuing to sell its annual holiday ornament, highlighting one of the state historic sites.
This year, the ornament will pay homage to Fort Griffin, a major U.S. Army defense support post that was active from 1867–1881. Today, it is home to the Official State of Texas Longhorn Herd.
the THC’s chief interpretive specialist, the cookbook takes
The Fannin County Leader Deadline is Thursdays
16. Discussion regarding moving the Battleship Maine monument into the Courthouse – County Judge for Jay Minton and Malinda Allison. Malinda Allison gave a presentation about the history of the Battleship Maine monument. (See Malinda’s article on page 10) In 1976, the memorial was moved to the courthouse lawn on the south side. It was removed during the Courthouse renovation and is now on the north west corner. Judge Cunningham stated the county will need permission from the Texas Historical Commission (THC) before moving the memorial to the interior of the courthouse. Judge Cunningham stated “My understanding is we’ve got some money there that Malinda has custody of that’s supposed to be used on the courthouse, and that’s available for historical improvement at the courthouse, and I think this falls in that category. I don’t think we’re here to make a decision today, we’re just here to hear what the proposal is, and take some time, and take a look, and see what can be done.”
DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS:
17. Discussion and possible action to approve Resolution accepting the Fannin County Restored Historical Courthouse as completed and authorize the acceptance to be made to the Texas Historical Commission –Commissioner Precinct 4. Judge Cunningham commented “I would say I will not sign, I will not vote in favor of, I will not participate in what I consider a crime. Can’t make it any stronger than that. Don’t have to say anything more than that. I am not going to participate in a crime.”
Judge Cunningham read the resolution “This County of Fannin, State of Texas, resolution. Whereas the Fannin County Commissioners Court recognizes that on April 29th, 2022, a Certificate of substantial Completion was issued by the Architects and Turner Construction, and whereas Fannin County was granted a temporary certificate of occupancy by the City of Bonham on April 29th, 2022, and whereas the Fannin County began inhabiting the restored courthouse in May 2022, and whereas the Fannin County Commissioners Court on December 13th, accepted substantial completion and authorized the Judge to sign on behalf of the County, and whereas Fannin County received a certificate of occupancy from the City of Bonham on December 19, 2022, So, therefore, be it resolved that Fannin County Commissioners Court approves and accepts the restored historical courthouse as completed and authorizes this acceptance be made to the Texas Historical Commission, signed by the Fannin County Commissioners Board.” The
vote was 4-1 with Judge Cunningham voting nay.
18. Discussion and possible action regarding Fannin County Burn Ban – Emergency Management Coordinator. The burn ban has been lifted.
19. Discussion and possible action regarding the creation of an Economic Development Committee Fannin County –Commissioner Precinct 3. Fannin County resident Gary Tucker discussed with the Commissioners his desire to form an Economic Development Commission Fannin County. Commissioner Self recommended “I’d just like to see you get that list of people together, y’all kind of establish some bylaws, some goals, and what y’all want to do with this board, and then we can pick it apart and go from there.” The item was passed on, no action taken.
20. Discussion and possible action regarding change in zoning application (or specific use application) on Highway 82 from A&R, Property ID# 83796 – Development Services Director. Approved
21. Discussion and possible action to approve changes to the Fannin County Subdivision Regulations, Section 3.1, Exceptions to Platting Requirements; parks or other parts. The item was passed on, no action taken.
22. Discussion and possible action to approve a one-time severance of 3.093 acres from an 8.23-acre tract on Highway 34 in Wolfe City, Property ID# 71510, Precinct 3 – Development Services Director. Approved
23. Discussion and possible action to approve a one-time severance of 2.0 acres from an 8.0-acre tract on CR 2200 in Ivanhoe, Approved
24. Discussion and possible action to approve a one-time severance of 2.0 acres from a 42.38-acre tract on CR 2101 in Ivanhoe. Approved
25. Discussion and possible action to approve 36-month CLEAR contract through Thompson Reuter’s for the Sheriff’s Office; $211.00 per month – Purchasing Agent. Approved
26. Discussion and possible action to approve 36-month CLEAR contract through Thompson Reuter’s for the Criminal District Attorney’s Office; $279.00 per month –Purchasing Agent. Approved
27. Discussion and possible action regarding update on RFP 2025-005, Justice Center Furnishings –Purchasing Agent. Fannin County Purchasing Agent Julie Criswell reported “In the last several weeks, I’ve been able to work with the departments, and we’ve been able to chip away a lot of the expense by combining Steelcase and Hon, upgrading the type of desk that they need, and, just getting more bang for our dollar. I was also able to shave off, basically, like, folding chairs, things like that, that we can get from Amazon that will save the county a lot of money. What I’m asking for is a total of $519,234.53 to furnish the Justice Center, with a contingency of $25,962,” Judge Cunningham responded ” I’ve got indication that we may be forced to move out of some of our rental buildings ahead of time. Where do we put our folks if we’re forced to do that? That’s why this furniture being in place, and how we put it in place, I’d rather have pieces of it coming so we can move Jenny over early, or move whoever over early and have them in the courthouse. If their buildings are taken from them, that’s disturbing for me. We’ve gone from December to now, Springtime?” Criswell responded “Your Honor, the money was available October 1st. It’s November 25th. We’re purchasing over 800 pieces of furniture for the Justice Center. We have several departments that are moving. This takes time. I did not drag my feet. The companies, we were also in an active RFP, and we still are. It takes time to do these things. I asked for a budget the beginning of this year or last year, and I got a budget around September. I mean, I didn’t even have access to it ‘til October. After considerable discussion the vote to approve the RFP was 4 -1 for approval. Commissioner Koph voted nay “Well, you know the problem
I have with this. When we did the budget, somehow, the furniture wasn’t included. This is money we take out of reserves. I don’t like that.”
28. Discussion and possible action regarding hotspot for Constable Mayberry, Precinct 3; $27/month or $324/annually – Purchasing Agent. Approved
29. Discussion and possible action to approve 60-month Axon contract for the DA’s office; – Purchasing Agent. Approved
30. Discussion and possible action to approve Tyler Technologies Agreement for additional Mobile CAD Licenses and GPS hardware for Constable Precinct 3; $2,586.00 for the first year, $601.00 annual maintenance cost – Purchasing Agent and I.T. Director. Approved
31. Discussion and possible action to approve Tyler Technologies Agreement for additional ORI (Originating Agency Identifier) for Constable Precinct 3; required to interface Tyler Technologies Mobile CAD incar law enforcement software with Texas Law Enforcement Telecommunication System - Purchasing Agent and I.T. Director. Approved
32. Discussion and possible action regarding installing door at the District Clerk’s office separating the hallway from the lobby – County Judge (for District Clerk and Criminal District Attorney). This item was passed on
33. Discussion and possible action to approve either A) cancelling the February 17, 2025 Commissioners Court or B) Moving the court date to Tuesday, February 10 or Thursday, February 12, 2025 as Commissioners will be at a training – County Judge. Commissioners Court approved canceling the February 17, 2026 Commissioners Court and moving the court date to Tuesday, February 10, 2026 due to Commissioners attending training.
34. Discussion and possible action to move Facilities Management Coordinator under the supervision of Commissioner Precinct 2 –Commissioner Precinct 1. Judge Cunningham stated “Ruben has been helping me keep track of what’s wrong with the courthouse. I see this particular move as retaliatory.” Commissioner Waggoner responded “Actually, I think it’s, we want, the commissioners are kind of out of touch of what’s going on. All we hear is the complaints. And I think it’s time for one of us to do this so we can actually see what’s going on and be in touch of what’s being taken care of and are not taken care of.” Judge Cunningham replied, “And I see this as a sad event, but let’s go ahead… do we have a motion and a second?” The vote to approve was 4-1 with Judge Cunningham voting nay.
Adjourn
The weekly Fannin County Commissioners meeting is recorded on video via Zoom. This recording also includes an audio transcript to the right so you are able to read what was actually said and the details/discussions of each agenda item. The length of the meetings makes it unfeasible to report every comment made on every agenda item. Scan this QR code with your phone camera and it will link you to the Fannin County Commissioners Court Audio and transcribed Recordings. Tim
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Named Finalist For The 2025 Dallas Cio Orbie® Awards
Plano, TX – November 25, 2025 - First United Bank is proud to announce that Tadd Tobkin, Chief Technology Officer, has been selected as a finalist for the 2025 Dallas CIO ORBIE Awards, a premier recogni-
tion program honoring excellence in technology leadership across the Dallas–Fort Worth region. The ORBIE Awards celebrate technology executives who demonstrate exceptional leadership, innovation, and operational impact. Being named a finalist places Tadd among an accomplished group of leaders shaping the future of technology.
“Tadd has played an important role in moving our technology work forward at First United. We appreciate his steady presence and the effort he puts into supporting our teams and vision. This recognition is well deserved, and we’re proud to see him honored as a finalist,” said Greg Massey, Chairman & CEO of First United Bank. Since joining First United, Tadd has contributed meaningfully to advancing the bank’s technology strategy and supporting efforts that benefit both customers and internal teams. The winners of the 2025 Dallas CIO ORBIE Awards will be announced in February 2026. Courtesy photo
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Fannin County’s Spanish-American War Memorial
By Malinda Allison, Fannin County Historical Commission
In April 1898 the US Congress declared war on Spain. The sinking of the battleship Maine in Havanna had set off the War. President William McKinley issued a call for volunteers and the Texas Volunteer Guard was nationalized and mustered into service in May 1898 in Austin. Company M of the First Texas Volunteer Infantry was called the Fannin Guards. More than 100 Fannin County young men left Bonham from the Texas &Pacific Depot on a spring morning while the Bonham Band with three of Bailey Inglish’s grandsons, Charlie, George and Percy Ing-
lish played “The Girl I Left Behind.” Imagine the scene at the Depot as parents, grandparents, girlfriends and friends gathered to witness the send-off.
The Fannin Guard traveled to Mobile Alabama and then to Florida where it remained until August 8. An armistice to end the fighting was signed less than a week after its arrival. The soldiers were sent to Cuba as part of an occupation force. The soldiers returned home in 1899.
At least one of the Fannin soldiers died along the way of dysentery. Another contracted malaria and died shortly after returning home. But most made it home and lived full lives. Over 40 are buried in Fannin County, with most in
Willow Wild but others throughout the County.
Sam Howard owned Bonham Wholesale Grocery. He commissioned a memorial to the Fannin County men who were in the Spanish-American War and had it placed on the building in 1898. You can see the memorial in white on the right side of the building. He mailed a photo of the memorial to Admiral George Dewey who wrote back and called it a “splendid
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or will be mailed upon request. Close of business on Friday, April 24, 2026, is the deadline for returning all completed applications.
Join the Team!
Calvary Baptist Church Bonham, Texas
Recently, I read a morning devotional called, “Join the Team!” It was based on Romans 12:4-6. This passage, which I recently preached through, is about us all being members of one body even though we are many. It brought out the importance of every believer being “plugged in” into a church family in a meaningful way. We have talked about this a lot recently in our study through Ephesians and the spiritual gifts. The writer also brought out how some people treat churches like restaurants
– with a consumer mentality. Feed me. Please me. Serve me. On full display were the many and varied beautiful spiritual gifts as the Body of Calvary served our community through LightFest! One attender wrote to us on FaceBook describing her experience at the event. She said, “Thank you for putting on this fun, festive night. It was our first time coming and it was absolutely awesome! Your church members were very polite and truly cared for their community. Hope you do this every year because it was very nice to have a fun
Sunday Morning Re-Wind
place to bring the family. God bless you all!” I teared up when she wrote that she it was obvious that we “truly care for our community.” We really do, and it shows. My prayer is that we all continue to find more and more ways to “plug in” to ministry. It is vital for your spiritual growth. The writer, Greg Laurie, went on to say, “Don’t think of the church as “them;” think of it as us…stop coming as a spectator and instead JOIN THE TEAM!” AMEN!
For His Glory, Lyn and Lissa
The Road to Salvation
Hello everyone!
This week’s devotion is on the Romans Road, which is a very clear explanation of the gospel. It shows us our need for salvation, God’s provision through Jesus Christ, how someone can be saved, and the assurance that comes from accepting Jesus Christ as our Lord and Saviour. First, Romans 3:23 tells us that we have all sinned and fallen short of the glory of God.
We have all messed up at some point in our lives, thus we cannot meet the Lord’s perfect standard. In Romans 6:23 we see the penalty of sin. The wages of sins refers to not just a physical death, but also spiritual death, meaning eternal separation from God.
We also see that God freely offers the gift of eternal life
through Jesus Christ. We see in Romans 5:8 that God proved His love for us by sending His only begotten Son to die in our place, even while we were yet sinners. Next, Romans 10:9-10 tells us that we are saved through our faith Jesus Christ. Salvation comes through believing in Jesus’ death and resurrection, and confessing Him as our Lord and Saviour. In Romans 10:13, we see that God saves all who will call upon Him. Anyone, no matter who you are, can be saved by calling upon the Lord in faith. Once we are saved, we have peace with the Lord because we are no longer separated from Him. If you haven’t asked Jesus to come into your heart and save you, I pray that today will be the day you do so before it is eternally too late.
In 1855, Frederick Whitfield wrote this classic hymn that can be used as a prayer for the need of salvation through Jesus Christ.
“I need thee, precious Jesus, for I am full of sin; my soul is dark and guilty, my heart is dead within. I need the cleansing fountain where I can always flee, the blood of Christ most precious, the sinner’s perfect plea.”
If you are looking for a good home church, we invite you to come visit us, and be a part of our church family and worship at Central Baptist Church. Visitors are our honored guests, and we hope to see you this coming Sunday!
Bro. Josh Stevenson
Called By The Gospel
By Mike Dickison
Minister for the Ivanhoe Church of Christ
Paul wrote to the Christians in Thessalonica that God “called you by our gospel, to the obtaining of the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ” (2 Thessalonians 2:14). Paul wrote to Timothy that “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness” (2 Timothy 3:16).
WE ARE CALLED into the fellowship and peace of Christ. Paul reminded Christians that “God is faithful, by whom ye were called unto the fellowship of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord” (1 Corinthians 1:9). Paul reminded Christians about the church when he wrote, “let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body” (Colossians 3:15).
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Leonard First Assembly of God, 108 Pecan Leonard, Texas 469-450-9777
WE ARE CALLED to be Saints. The church at Corinth received the message from Paul that “the church of God which is at Corinth, to them that are sanctified in Christ Jesus, called to be saints, with all that in every place call upon the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, both theirs and ours” (1 Corinthians 1:2). The church at Rome received that message that Christians “in Rome, beloved of God, called to be saints: Grace to you and peace from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ” (Romans 1:7).
GOD’S CALLING IS a divine calling. Peter wrote that “the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you” (1 Peter 5:10). Paul told Timothy that “God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind” (2 Timothy 1:7).
GOD’S CALLING IS a holy calling. We understand that “God hath not called us
WE ARE CALLED to be children of God. Christians in Rome were quoted to from the Old Testament, concerning the New Testament. “As he saith also in O'see, I will call them my people, which were not my people; and her beloved, which was not beloved. And it shall come to pass, that in the place where it was said unto them, Ye are not my people; there shall they be called the children of the living God” (Romans 9:25-26).
unto uncleanness, but unto holiness” (1 Thessalonians 4:7). Paul wrote that God “hath saved us, and called us with an holy calling, not according to our works, but according to his own purpose and grace, which was given us in Christ Jesus before the world began” (2 Timothy 1:9). Peter reminds us that “as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation” (1 Peter 1:15).
GOD’S CALLING IS a heavenly calling. The penman of Hebrews wrote “Wherefore, holy brethren, partakers of the heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our profession, Christ Jesus” (Hebrews 3:1). When the gospel, good news, and scriptures are obeyed, then we can have fellowship with God, we can be the children of God, we can be Saints, we can be holy, and we can have heaven.
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To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: Ecclesiastes 3:1
include and make time for GOD this Sunday
Allen’s Point Baptist Church 310 CR 2775 Honey Grove, TX 75446 903378-7038
Bailey Bible Baptist Church 205 Leslie Bailey, Texas 75413
Ivanhoe Baptist Church 4063 NO.FM 273 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 (903)583-2359
Lamasco Baptist Church 346 CR 2615 Telephone, Texas 75488
Bethlehem Baptist Church “The House of Bread” 1415 Franklin Avenue, Bonham, TX 7541 Office: 903-583-8061
Bois D’Arc Creek Cowboy Church Hwy 121 & Edhube Road 903-583-1671
Boyd Baptist Church 3707 St. Hwy. 78 N Bonham, Texas Phone (903) 583-7288
Calvary Baptist Church 913 S. 5th St Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-3910
Central Baptist Church (Fundmental, Independent) 709 Union Ave. Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 505-4124
Corinth Baptist Church 277 CR 1150 N. of Bonham on Highway 78 903 583 2750
Dial Baptist Church 16816 FM 1550 Honey Grove, TX 75446 903-378-7070
Duplex Baptist Church 313 CR 2102 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-664-3175
Edhube Baptist Church 595 FM 2815 Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-2840
Elwood Baptist Intersection of CR 2125 and CR 2544 near Ivanhoe, Texas
Faith Independent Baptist Church 12676 W Hwy 82 Savoy, Tx 75479 903-965-5517
First Baptist Church of Bailey PO Box 221 Bailey, Texas 75413 (903) 583-0732
First Baptist Church of Bonham 710 N. Center Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-0732
First Baptist Church of Dodd City PO Box 47 Dodd City, Texas 75438-0047 (903)583-4465
First Baptist Church of Honey Grove PO Box 124 Honey Grove, Texas 75446 (903)378-2768
First Baptist Church of Ladonia 301 East Main Ladonia, Texas 75449-100 (903)367-7038
First Baptist Church of Leonard 100 East Thomas St. [PO Box 1146] Leonard, TX 75452 (903) 587-2250
First Baptist Church of Pecan Gap PO Box 100 Pecan Gap, Texas 75469 (903)359-6683
First Baptist Church of Randolph PO Box 14 Randolph, Texas 75475 (903)583-6900
First Baptist Church of Savoy .O. Box 177 Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) 965-4160
First Baptist Church of Trenton PO Box 157 Trenton, Texas 75490 (903)989-2319
First Fannin Baptist Hispanic Church Rt. 4 Box 10 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-5727
Gober Baptist Church P.O. Box 82 Wolfe City, Texas 75496 (903) 583-2378
Grace Reformed Baptist Church 2800 10th St Honey Grove TX gracerbcbonham.com
Little Bethel Baptist Church PO Box 63 Ladonia, Texas 75449 Phone (903)367-7708
Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Rt 1 Box 101B, PO Box 73, Ladonia, Texas 75449 Phone (903)367-7009
New Home Baptist Church 1300 N Maple St. Bonham 903-583-4509
Joyful Light Baptist Church 4695 FM 2645 Savoy, TX 75418 903-436-5440
Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 1409 W. Market St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 (615) 448-8802
New Zion Baptist Church 627 County Road 1265 Bonham, TX 75418 903-961-2027
Pilgram Rest Baptist Church 703 Agusta St. Trenton, Texas
Ravenna Baptist Church 100 Elm Street Ravenna, Texas 75476
Rising Son Cowboy Church 1526 CR 2010 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-640-3377
Sandy Baptist Church Ravenna, Texas 75476 (903) 583-9546
Seventh & Main Baptist Church 617 N. Main Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-8679
Sovereign Grace Baptist Church 601 S. 4th St. Bonham, TX 469-207-1141
Telephone Baptist Church located on FM 273 in Telephone Office phone: 903-664-2377
Primera Iglesia Baustia Hispana 1134 FM 273 Bonham, Texas 75418 903-583-5727
Trinity Baptist Church 219 W. Denison Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-3388
Valley Creek Baptist Church 3615 FM 896, Leonard, TX 75452 903-587-2386
Westside Baptist Church 912 W. Commerce St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 903-249-2987
Windom Baptist Church 203 1st Street Windom, TX 75492 (903) 623-2215
Horse Creek Cowboy Church 2992 CR 2285 Telephone, Texas 75488 903-486-1630
OBITUARIES
Louis Edward Holmes
Louis Edward Holmes, 95, of Bonham, TX, passed away on November 21, 2025. He was born in East St. Louis, Illinois. Arrangements are under the direction of Wise Funeral Home Bonham, TX.
Louis joined the U.S. Army in 1949 and achieved the rank of Sargent. He was a Korean War Veteran. His military service and dedication to his country was something he was very proud of. Louis married the love of his life Edna Earl Holt on June 10, 1951. Louis became a Christian on December 9, 1956, and in1962 became the minister at Bethel Baptist Church in Grapevine, TX. He faithfully served there as pastor for 42 years. His walk with the Lord was evident to all that knew him. Louis retired from the pulpit 2004. At the time of his passing Edna and Louis had been married for 74 years. He has left a legacy of faith and devotion to his family and friends.
Louis was preceded in death by his parents Johnny and Virginia Holmes, sisters Jesse and Phyllis, and brothers Leonard and Gene. He is survived by his wife, Edna Holmes, and his children, Louis A. Holmes (Jan) and Jeanne Peterson (Jeff). He also has left behind five grandchildren, Eric Holmes, Erin Jacobus (Shane), Michelle Herb (Karl), Michael Peterson (Cassandra), and Crystal Kolb (Scott). He also has five great grandchildren, Jovie Jacobus, Zed Jacobus, Emma Herb, Ryker Kolb, and Heidi Kolb.
Services were held at Central Baptist Church, Bonham, TX, November 26, 2025, at 2pm. Viewing was 1hr prior with burial following at Willow Wild Cemetery, Bonham, TX.
Funeral services for Edgar Floyd “Jew” Shinpaugh Jr., age 97 of Bonham, TX were held at Cooper Sorrells Chapel on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at 2:00 PM. Visitation was held at 1:00 PM prior to service. Masonic graveside rites followed at Willow Wild Cemetery in Bonham, Texas. Jered Hudson and Steve Mohundro officiated. Jew peacefully passed away at Wesley House on Thursday, November 20 2025, in Bonham, TX. Edgar Floyd “Jew” Shinpaugh Jr. was born in Blue Ridge, TX on July 15, 1928 to Edgar Floyd Shinpaugh Sr and Julia Bonita (Dockery) Shinpaugh. He married Peggy June Campbell on September 2, 1950, in Trenton, TX. Jew was known for his tireless work ethic. He dedicated his entire life to provide for his family. He retired from Campbell Soup Company in Paris, TX after 30 years as a Supervisor and later an Area Manager. He then later returned to work where he retired from Walmart as a produce supervisor after the age of 80. After two retirements, Jew found himself taking on his new role, and most proud one, as caregiver to his wife June. Jew navigated the journey of dementia with June for the past eight years, and was by her side until her passing In June of this year.
Jew was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle and brother but there was no title he loved more, than being Papaw. He loved his grandchildren and greatgrandchildren deeply and they were the joy of his life. Jew was a Past Grand Master and a proud 32nd degree Master Mason of Constantine Lodge No. 13, AF & AM for 65 years. Jew was a life-long member of the Northside Church of Christ.
Jew is survived by his, son John Ed and Rhonda Shinpaugh, and daughter Sally and Ron Fife, grandchildren Lindsey and Cody Cameron, Landon Shinpaugh, Matt and Krystle Cunningham, Josh and Tessie Cunningham and Logan and Robert Houser, great grandchildren Chloe and Juan Garcia, Barrett, and Emmy Cameron, Gus and Sam Shinpaugh, Kennedy and Caroline Cunningham, Lyla and Lucy Cunningham and Henley and Harrison Houser. He is also survived by his two sisters Mary Beavers and Nancy Bellows and numerous nieces and nephews. His parents, brother Charles Ray Shinpaugh and his wife June Shinpaugh of 74 years preceded him in death.
Pallbearers were Cody Cameron, Landon Shinpaugh, Matt Cunningham, Josh Cunningham, Robert Houser, Ray Shinpaugh, C.D. Shinpaugh and Charlie Manhart. The entire family would like to give a heartfelt thanks to the staff at Wesley House, and to the staff of Southern Grace Hospice for their compassion, love and care of Jew In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Shriners Children’s at https://donate. shrinerschildrens.org
To leave an online condolence or share a memory please visit, www.coopersorrells.com
Barbara Ann McMorris
Barbara Ann McMorris, a cherished figure in the Van Alstyne community, passed away on November 14, 2025, at the age of 75.
Born on July 28, 1950, in Sweetwater, Texas, Barbara’s warmth and caring spirit touched the lives of many.
Barbara was the proud owner of Barbara’s Shop, a beloved beauty salon in Van Alstyne, where her dedication to her craft and her personal connections with her clients made her a well-respected member of the local community. She had a special gift for making everyone feel welcome and appreciated, a testament to her deeply caring nature.
On February 7, 1969, Barbara married the love of her life, George McMorris. Their union was a beautiful partnership that spanned decades, full of love and mutual respect. Together they created a warm and loving home for their family.
Barbara’s greatest joy came from being a grandmother, a role she embraced wholeheartedly. Her grandchildren were the light of her life, and she took immense pride in nurturing their growth and happiness. She is preceded in death by husband, George McMorris, and parents Hubert and Evelyn Barton. Barbara is survived by, sons, Ray McMorris and wife Amy, Michael McMorris and wife Rhonda, grandchildren, Rueben, Callie, Will, Makayla, Blue, Cyrus, Brittany and 4 great-grandchildren with one on the way. A service is scheduled at a later date. Sign online condolences at www.wisefuneralhome.com
Randell
“Randy” Shawn Osborne
Randell “Randy” Shawn Osborne, a kind-hearted soul with a vibrant spirit, passed away on November 16, 2025, in Bonham, Texas, leaving a legacy of good jokes and unforgettable memories.
Born on February 13, 1974, at Sheppard Airforce Base in Wichita Falls, Texas, Randy grew up embodying a playful charm that made him a beloved figure amongst family and friends. Known affectionately as “Handy Dandy Randy,” he earned this nickname for his exceptional ability to fix anything and everything; his craftsmanship was unmatched throughout his career in construction.
Randy was a graduate of Sam Rayburn High School and a passionate Bible historian, with an appreciation for all things historical that connected the threads of the past with the present. A self-taught musician and an excellent guitar player, he was a proud member of the band DredKnot. His heart beat to the rhythm of heavy metal music, and he found joy in stand-up comedy, forever seeking the next good laugh with his family and friends.
Randy’s personality was unapologetically genuine and spirited. His beliefs were steadfast; he identified as a die-hard Republican and a supporter of Donald Trump. Yet, beneath this strong exterior lay a softness that blossomed when he was surrounded by his children and grandchildren. Randy was known for his playful antics, such as taking off door knobs as jokes, and he had a particular affection for running away to his grandmother’s house when he was little—a testament to his spirited personality.
He took immense joy in introducing his daughter to the best music and often transformed into a gentle, soft-hearted figure when grandchildren surrounded him. His tenderness and willingness to share moments with them created beautiful memories, infused with laughter and the love he had for them. Indeed, he was as soft as a box of cotton when it came to those he adored.
As we gathered to celebrate the life of Randy, family and friends were invited to share their fond memories and pay their respects. Visitation was held on November 24, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Wise Funeral Home, followed by a Funeral Service at 2:00 PM at the same location. Burial followed at Willow Wild Cemetery.
Randy’s vibrant spirit may have taken its leave, but the impact he made on the lives of those who loved him will endure eternally. Remember him under the lights of a concert, the next time a Pantera song comes on, strumming his guitar and bringing smiles to faces, or reminiscing about life’s moments spent with those he loved most. His memory will forever remain in the hearts of family and friends, an ever-present reminder of his unique and one-ofa-kind personality.
He is preceded in death by, grandparents, Joyce Chavez, Sunny Dosser, Rose OsborneDosser, Raymond Howell, Roy Osborne I, aunt, Tamara Ortiz, father-in-law, Arturo Silvas, and mother-in-law, Debra Greathouse.
Those left to behind, loving wife, Monica Osborne, daughter, Hannah Osborne, parents, Tonja and Joe Osborne, brother, Tim Osborne (Crystal), stepdaughter, Amy Clayton (Nick), stepsons, Jacob McElyea (Samatha), Seth McElyea, Steven McElyea (Kaitlynn), grandchildren, Addy, Olivia, Vincent, Lynzee, Joelee, Jack, Inzley, Bentley, Ellis, nieces and nephews, Tyler Hilliard, Aaliyah Ixchel, Ender Osborne, Araya Hilliard, bandmates, Timmy Cox, Mike Cochran, Chris Tomlinson, and Christian McNeil.
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.
Edgar Floyd “Jew” Shinpaugh Jr.
Lavane Harris
Lavane Harris born on December 26th, 1943, in Telephone Texas to John and Lela Mill, passed away peacefully on November 18,2025 in Bonham Texas.
Lavane loved the Lord and her church Family at Bethlehem Baptist Church where she enjoyed singing and rejoicing in the choir. Lavane cherished her time spent with her grandchildren and her shopping trips with her sisters, as well as going to garage sales around town. She deeply enjoyed time at her mom’s house on Sunday’s cooking and all the family holiday gatherings. You would often find her gardening and caring for her rose bushes. Lavane just loved life overall.
She is preceded in death by her husband Henry Harris, daughter D’leira Duke, her parents Lela and John Mill, sister Pearl McFail, brother James McFail, and brother Al-Von Haley.
Lavane is survived by her sisters Marilyn Campbell and husband James of Wichita Falls Tx, Mary Jean Shaw of Wichita Falls Tx, Martha Ann McCarty, and husband Charles Ray of Duncanville Tx. Her brothers, Kenneth Lee McFail and wife Barbara Shay of Bonham Tx, and Robert McFail of Sherman Tx. Her grandchildren, Shemica Harris of Royse city Tx, and Darnell Duke Jr. of Wichita Falls Tx.
Services are under the direction of Wise Funeral Home in Bonham, Texas. Visitation was held at 1pm on Tuesday, November 25,2025 at Bethlehem Baptist Church. The funeral service followed at 2 pm with Pastor Stuart P. Courtney officiating. Pallbearers were Darnell Jr., JJ Anderson, Kelvin Anderson, Kenneth Lee McFail, Robert McFail, and Neil Ray Briggs. To sign online condolences please go to www.wisefuneralhome.com
Thomas Ray “Tommy” Brown of Bartley Woods, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on November 21, 2025. He was born on June 8, 1946, in Sherman, Texas, to Hoyt and Lucille Masters Brown, the youngest of seven siblings.
To the many who knew and loved him, Tommy answered to many names, but none brought him greater joy than Husband, Daddy, and—above all—PawPaw. Family was the heart of his life.
Tommy was married for 59 cherished years to his devoted wife, Marilyn Gail Hartwell Brown. Together they built a rich life in Bartley Woods, raising three children, horses, cattle, and working dogs on their land.
In his younger years, Tommy delighted in coon hunting, horse racing, calf roping, relay races, coaching Little League, and leading trail rides behind his faithful teams of mules and horses pulling the family wagon.
As the years passed, his greatest pleasures also included team roping alongside his sons and grandsons, hog hunting, play days, meticulously restoring his wagon for long, leisurely rides with the entire family, raising cattle, and crafting beautiful leatherwork for those he loved. He is lovingly remembered and forever missed by; His wife, Gail Brown; His children: Johnny Brown and girlfriend Susan, Heath Brown and wife Debbie, Cindy Plata and husband Auggie; His brother, Forrest “Sonny” Brown. As well as nine grandchildren and sixteen greatgrandchildren, with three more great-grandchildren expected soon. He was preceded in death by his parents; his siblings Bettye Jo, Bobby Faye, Catherine Winnona, Evelyn Louise, and Johnny Mack; and his beloved grandson, Burton Thomas “BT” Brown.
Pallbearers were: Zach Pearson, Brandon Brown, Koby Ivy, Rawdy Brown, Xavier Plata, and Ty Brown. Honorary pallbearers were: Johnny Brown, Heath Brown, Auggie Plata, Jeremiah Welch, Kolten Cooper, Nathan Plata, Hayden Moore, Jasper Moore, and River Cooper. Visitation was held at 1:00 p.m. on November 28th, 2025 at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home, 2202 N. Center St., Bonham, Texas 75418, followed immediately by the funeral service at 2:00 p.m. Burial followed at Arledge Ridge Cemetery. Flowers may be sent directly to the funeral home.
Our family finds comfort knowing Tommy is now riding the trails of heaven with his mules, horses, and his precious grandson BT by his side.
To leave an online condolence or share a memory please visit, www.coopersorrells.com
Telesforo Lara Chaverria, lovingly known as Tele, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 21, 2025, at his home in Telephone, Texas. He was 74 years old. Arrangements are under the direction of Wise Funeral Home, Bonham, TX.
Tele was born on January 5, 1951, in Rio Verde, San Luis Potosí, Mexico, to his parents Raymundo and Paula Chaverria, both of whom preceded him in death. He grew up on his family’s farm, surrounded by orange orchards that his family tended with care. His childhood in the grove shaped him deeply, grounding him in faith, hard work, and a lifelong love of the land. Tele was also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Cassie Horton Chaverria, the love of his life. His home sat beside Forest Grove Cemetery, where Cassie rests, and he visited her gravesite every single day—walking there faithfully, talking with her, praying, and keeping her memory close to his heart. Their reunion in heaven brings comfort to all who loved him.
For more than 40 years, Tele worked as a farmer, a calling that suited him well. He loved working the land, watching things grow, and finding purpose in the quiet rhythm of each day. After leaving farming, he spent 25 dedicated years working as an industrial sandblaster at PJ Trailers before retiring. Tele was steady, dependable, and rarely missed a day of work—he believed a man showed his character by showing up. In retirement, he returned to the soil he loved by tending his garden. He was happiest with his hands in the dirt, nurturing life from the ground up, just as he always had. Tele is survived by his three sons, whom he loved more than anything in this world. He leaves behind McCade Chaverria of Telephone, Texas; Ezekiel Chaverria of Peru; and Eric Chaverria of Round Rock, Texas, along with Eric’s wife, Randi Chaverria. Tele was a proud grandfather to Eric and Randi’s children—Kimberly Anderson, and her husband, Alex Anderson, Ryker, Jacob, and Greyson Chaverria.. He was also blessed to meet his greatgranddaughter, Mars Anderson, who brought joy to his later years. He is survived as well by a large and loving family of brothers and sisters: Ofelia Chaverria, Faustino Chaverria, Emigdio Chaverria, Roberto Chaverria, Antonio Chaverria, Guadalupe Chaverria, Arturo Echeverria, and Eva Echeverria. He was preceded in death by his siblings Pablo Chaverria, Manuela Chaverria, and Gregorio Echeverria. Tele also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, and extended family members whom he loved deeply. Tele enjoyed simple pleasures—watching football and faithfully cheering on the Dallas Cowboys, even in the difficult seasons. He also loved boxing and probably watched just about every televised fight there ever was. These small joys, shared quietly at home, meant a great deal to him. He will be remembered for his strength, his humility, his loyalty, and the quiet, steady way he loved his family. His life was simple, but it was rich in all the ways that mattered most. Graveside services were held on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at 10:00 AM, at Forest Grove Cemetery, with Brian Eaves officiating.
Bill Leavelle
Bill Leavelle was born in Bagwell, TX on June 11, 1937. He grew up on a hard-scrabble farm and was a hard worker all his life. He had an amazing ability to fix all things, from cars to airplanes to home repair.
Bill spent 4 years in the Navy as an aviation radio technician aboard the USS Forrestal. This sparked his love for planes that would not be fully realized until later in life after a long and successful career for Hewlett-Packard. As his first career wound down, Bill got his pilot’s license and his long-time dream was realized. Later, he got his A&P certification, which launched his second career as a light airplane mechanic. He was a fixture at the Lancaster airport, known for his mechanical abilities, working on light planes and jets. He also devoted time and efforts to the Cold War Air Museum at Lancaster airport.
Bill loved his wife, Sandra Leavelle and is survived by her and his sons, Gary & Glen Leavelle. He also loved and is survived by his grandchildren, Nichole, Laine, Virginia and a great-grandson, Sterling, siblings, Linda and Benny. He was preceded in death by his parents and multiple siblings.
Bill was a believer in Jesus and was a charitable soul, helping many people by fixing their cars. He loved flying, learning the limits and abilities of his planes to be the best pilot he could be. His humor was as dry as a West Texas tumbleweed. He will be interred and honored at the DFW Veterans Cemetery at a future date. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Alzheimer’s Association at alz.org. He was much loved and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. To sign online condolences please go to www.wisefuneralhome.com
Dot E. Goodman
Dot E. Goodman, born on December 14, 1962, in Bonham, Texas, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2025. She will be lovingly remembered by her family and friends for her vibrant spirit and the joy she brought into their lives. Dot was a woman of many talents and passions. She found great joy in jewelry making, a craft that allowed her to express her creativity and share her beautiful creations with loved ones. Gardening was another cherished hobby where she nurtured not only plants but also the hearts of those who enjoyed her blooming backyard. Her enthusiasm for going to ballgames showcased her spirited personality, as she cheered for her favorite players with a vigor that was infectious.
In addition to her creative pursuits, Dot was dedicated to her family and community through various church activities. As an AWANA and Vacation Bible School teacher, she touched the lives of many children, imparting valuable lessons and instilling a sense of faith and kindness. Her baking and cooking skills were renowned, as she prepared countless meals that brought friends and family together around the table.
Dot leaves behind her beloved husband, Terry Goodman, who stood by her side through the years. She is also survived by her son, William Goodman, and his wife, Alexis; her daughter, Tiffany Poe, and her husband, Shawn; as well as her brother, Mark Taylor, and his wife, Judy. The joy of her life can be seen in her grandchildren, Rileena Rose Goodman, Lastat Inmon, Dezeray Evett (Ryan), McKenzie Petersen (Karsen), Anzley Poe, and Zylen Poe. Dot had the privilege of being a great-grandmother to Preslee Petersen, who brought her immense happiness.
In addition to her immediate family, Dot’s only and favorite niece, Sarah Wheeler, and her significant other, Austin Hardy, along with her great-nieces, Aleea and Kenli, and greatnephew, Kaden, were cherished members of her family who will carry on her legacy of love and warmth. Dot also leaves behind Cory Price and wife Kimberly along with Dawn Price. All beloved family members.
Dot E. Goodman will be remembered not just for her many talents and hobbies but for the love she radiated to everyone around her. Her memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew her, and she will be dearly missed.
A celebration of life was held on Friday, November 21, 2025 at 2pm at Wise Chapel with Pastor Trevor Williams officiating.
God’s Garden God looked around His garden And found an empty place. He then looked down upon the earth And saw your tired face. He put His arms around you And lifted you to rest. God’s garden must be beautiful He always takes the best. He saw the road was getting rough And the hills were hard to climb, So He closed your weary eyelids And whispered “Peace be thine.” It broke our hearts to lose you But you didn’t go alone, For part of us went with you The day God called you home.
Thomas Ray “Tommy” Brown
Brent Frailicks 12th Annual Fundraiser For Savoy Sunnyside Cemetery
Press Release - A Large crowd turned out for the Brent Frailicks annual Sunnyside Cemetery Fundraiser in Savoy Sunday, November 23, 2025. Again Brent and his band performed their usual talented and entertaining Country and Gospel songs. They get better every year as they donate their time for this occasion. The Band was made up of Ray McCarthy, Piano, Frank Kuban, Bass, Ben Vincent, Steel Guitar, Scott Matthews, Drums, Fred Spears, Mandolin and Brent, who plays it all. Also this year he had special guest
singer, Sawyer Guymon, Guitar and Tim Frailicks, guitar. We can never thank them all enough– This year Brent also had special guests, James & Lela Seigler, who led us with a short Thanksgiving service. James was the long time former Pastor and friend of the Savoy First Baptist Church . It was so good to see them. Also the ladies of the area always outdo themselves bringing baked goods for Mr. Roy Fuller, Auctioneer from Bells, to auction off. He has been with us every year donating his time. And always a Hugh Thank you to the Faith-
ful Bidders. Another special thank you goes to “The Way” Church (old Methodist), who allow us to use their building each year and David and Melanie Gaddy are there to help any way they can. Also we were pleased to have County Judge Newt Cunningham attending and contributing to the Fundraiser. A BIG Thank You to everyone who attended, supporting the Cemetery and their loved ones with a fabulous $6,001.00 Donation. Savoy Sunnyside Cemetery Trustees For more information call 903-271-2071 or send donations to P O Box 153, Savoy, Texas 75479
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Mary Janice Greenwood Black, Deceased, were issued on November 19th, 2025, in Cause No. PR-2025-13488, pending in the County Court-at-Law of FANNIN County, Texas, to: Vanessa Gayle Black White.
All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law.
c/o: Myles Porter
Attorney at Law
411 N MAIN ST BONHAM, TX 75418
DATED the 20th day of November, 2025.
LAW OFFICE OF MYLES PORTER, P.C.
/s/ Myles Porter
Myles Porter Attorney for Vanessa Gayle Black White State Bar No.: 00794477
411 N MAIN ST BONHAM, TX 75418
Telephone: (903) 583-8539
Email: myles@mylesporter.com
12/2/25
Week of November 26, 2025
Bois d’Arc FAIR. Normal stain; 65 degrees; 1.88 below pool. The morning bass bite has slowed due to weather, but mid-morning has been good on swim jigs, chatterbaits and spinnerbaits around any grass you can find 2-4 feet. Then transition to 3-7 feet and slowly work flukes and soft plastic stick baits around bushes or deeper grass. As always Texas rigs rule on this lake with lots of fish on wood. Sometimes big wood and sometimes small bushes 5-7 feet. Cooler weather will probably slow this down a bit. Ray Roberts GOOD. Water slightly stained; 66 degrees; 0.69 feet below pool. Largemouth bass are fair to good running in pockets, ditches and draws with a swim jig. Crappie are good with natural colored jigs or minnows. Orange and chartreuse or green and chartreuse jigs when the clarity is muddy. Target fish in the middle of the creeks channels in deep holes and pockets, on flats with timber in 12-18 feet or in 25-30 deep brush. Channel catfish are good on baited holes.
Texoma GOOD. Water stained; 63 degrees; 0.27 feet above pool. Striper fishing is good on live bait and swimbaits. Fish are schooling in deep water under gulls and off river ledges 35-55 feet of water. Catfish can be found on deep flats and creeks channels in 4060 feet of water. Drift whole gizzard shad or cut rough fish off the bottom. Bigger fish are moving up into coves and creeks. Crappie are in brush and structure in 8-12 feet of water with fish being suspended near the top of the water column. Bigger fish are roaming shallow flats 5-12 feet of water, jigs and small shad produce fish on the right weather day.
City of Honey Grove Water System Improvements
Project No. 101729
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
The City of Honey Grove will receive bids for Water System Improvements, including water facility upgrades and waterline work, located northerly within the city until 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday December 17th, 2025 at 633 North 6th Street, Honey Grove, TX 75446, at which time the bids will be publicly opened and read aloud.
Bids are invited for several items and quantities of work as follows:
1. Recoating and restoration of the interior and exterior of the existing 300,000 gallon ground storage tank and appurtenances.
2. Replacement of two (2) existing high service pumps and all valves, piping, electrical and associated appurtenances at the pump station.
3. Upsize of approximately 700 LF of existing 10-inch waterline to 12-inch water line and all valves and associated appurtenances.
Bid/Contract Documents, including Drawings and Technical Specifications are on file at KSA Engineers, Inc., 8866 Synergy Drive, McKinney, TX 75070. Copies of the Bid/ Contract Documents may be obtained by depositing $25.00 with the engineer for each set of documents obtained. The deposit will be refunded if the documents and drawings are returned in good condition within 10 days following the bid opening. A bid bond in the amount of 5 percent of the bid issued by an acceptable surety shall be submitted with each bid. A certified check or bank draft payable to the City of Hony Grove or negotiable U.S. Government Bonds (as par value) may be submitted in lieu of the Bid Bond.
Attention is called to the fact that not less than the federally determined prevailing (Davis-Bacon and Related Acts) wage rate, as issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture Office of Rural Affairs and contained in the contract documents, must be paid on this project. In addition, the successful bidder must ensure that employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender identity, or national origin. All contractors and subcontractors must be cleared (not suspended or debarred) prior to any formal action authorizing the award of a contract to the contractor. Minority Business Enterprises, Small Business Enterprises, Women Business Enterprises, Veteran-Owned Businesses, and Section 3 Businesses are encouraged to submit bids.
This solicitation is for services related to a project that is subject to the Build America, Buy America Act (BABA) requirements under Title IX of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Absent an approved waiver, all iron, steel, manufactured products, and construction materials used in this project must be produced in the United States.
The City of Honey Grove reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any informalities in the bidding. Bids may be held by City of Honey Grove for a period not to exceed 30 / 60 days from the date of the bid opening for the purpose of reviewing the bids and investigating the bidder’s qualifications prior to the contract award.
City of Honey Grove, Claude Caffee, Mayor, 12/02/2025
Applications Open Dec. 1 for 69th Texas Game Warden and State Park Police Cadet Class
12/2/25
AUSTIN – Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) will begin accepting applications Dec. 1 for the 69th Texas Game Warden and State Park Police cadet class. The application period will close Dec. 31. The cadet class is open to those interested in enforcing conservation laws, public safety and joining the next generation of elite state law enforcement officers.
Texas Lake Levels +/as of 11/28/25
As fully commissioned peace officers, game wardens and park police officers are tasked with enforcing all Texas criminal laws and must enforce the Penal Code, Transportation Code and Health and Safety Codes much like their law enforcement colleagues in neighboring communities. Additionally, their responsibilities extend beyond the pavement as they patrol some of the most remote regions of the state, protecting Texas’ natural resources by enforcing hunting and fishing regulations, patrolling waterways, and keeping millions of residents and visitors safe while they enjoy the outdoors. Applicants for the 69th class must be at least 21 years old by the start of the academy and have earned a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in any field of study by June 30, 2026. They must also pass a comprehensive background check, psychological and medical evaluations and complete a physical readiness test that includes handgun stability, a 2,000-meter row and a swim test. A complete list of requirements for Texas Game Wardens and State Park Police can be found online.
Benbrook -1.96 Bois d’Arc Lake -1.87
Bonham -2.64 Bridgeport -4.29
Caddo 0.70 Cedar Creek -2.97 E. V. Spence -50.77
We heard a scream below us. Some city worker had left the manhole cover off (or it was stolen) and she had dropped down like a rock in a crawdad hole, plunk!. All we could see was her hands stretched upward toward the heavens screaming. Our older brother, Cleatus, reached down, grabbed her arms and pulled her out. She was crying pretty good however there was no physical harm done. Not even a scratch, the perfect fall, straight down. I remember brushing her off, calming her down, some snickering from some of the kids. (Not from me though) and continuing our walk to the store. Kinda like nothing happened? So, avoid stepping on manhole covers me thinks... Let’s see what the prices were of those goodies in the 7-11 in 1964. In 1964, consumers could typically receive a 2-cent refund for returning a CocaCola bottle. This refund system was in place to encourage recycling and reduce littering. In 1964, a
standard one-ounce candy bar at a U.S. convenience store like 7-11 typically cost around 5 cents, while miniature candy bars sold for slightly more, such as 39 cents for a nineounce pack.
The minimum wage in 1964 was $1.15 per hour and the average annual income about $6,000. A gallon of gas was 25-cents. The basic cost of living increased roughly 18 times in the 50 year period between 1964 and 2014. The price of other common items reflects the standard of living of the times. Two cans of Coca Cola were 27-cents. A loaf of bread was 30-cents
A ticket to the movies was $1.25 to $2. A popular record album was about $6. A postage stamp in the U.S. was 5-cents. food costing $20 in the year 1964 would cost $209.84 in 2024 for an equivalent purchase. Compared to the overall inflation rate of 3.93% during this same period, inflation for food was higher. Hamburger at McDonald’s
DECEMBER BIRTHDAYS
Austin Holland 1st
Joe Ward 3rd
Dick Stinson 4th
Roy Kemp 12th
Joyce Kemp 12th
Edna Dismang 13th
Abby Lackey Parsons 13th
Karla Towery Huff 14th
Mike Bowman 15th
West Swayne 16th
Terri Clement Blackerby 22nd
Lauren Swayne 30th
Let’s get more local birthdays listed! Send them to: fcltimmeek@gmail.com
For printing in The Leader.
History, noun :
a record of significant events (such as those affecting a nation or institution) often including an explanation of their causes. “A generation which ignores history has no past and no future.”
Robert Heinlein, American author
Erwin Evans Smith
Marker Text: Erwin Evans Smith, August 22, 1886-September 4, 1947. Artist-photographer Erwin Evans Smith, a Fannin County native, was enchanted as a youth with the culture and folklore of ranching in the southwest. He studied art in Chicago and Boston in hopes of becoming a western sculptor. For several summers in the early 1900s, he visited ranches to sketch and photograph cowboys at work and leisure. He never realized his dream of sculpting but left over 2000 photographs as a priceless record of life on the range.
Location: Oakwood Cemetery, Honey Grove
CAREGIVERS
PRIVATE HOME HEALTH CARE
Provided by a CNA. Giving quality compassionate care! Honey GroveBonham region. Please call: 903-461-9305
EMPLOYMENT
HELP WANTED
Need Part-Time welder and Part-Time Landscape Helper. Call 903-814-8620
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. 7:30am-4:00pm, 5 days per week. Send resume via email to brett@bfgammon. com or call 903-583-3597
IMMEDIATE OPENINGS for the FOLLOWING POSITIONS
HVAC Technicians, Journeyman Electrician, and HVAC/ Electric Apprentice and Helpers. Competitive wages based on experience, vacation and company paid insurance. For more information Call: 903-583-4018 or apply in person at Blain Service Company, 7258 N. Hwy 78 in Ravenna
NOW HIRING!
CDL drivers with recent driving experience and a clean driving record. Home daily. Driving radius within 3 hours of Fannin County, TX. Ability to use forklift, tarping and flatbed experience a plus, but will train the right driver. Please come in person to complete an application: 3765 County Road 2135, Telephone, TX 75488 or call 903-664-2332 ask for human resources.
FIREWOOD
SEASONED FIREWOOD
Dodd City For Sale 903-486-7164
GARAGE SALES
LARGE
RUMMAGE SALE
Inside and outside. Something for everyone. Tools and lots of house goods. Cell phone accessories and jewelry. Dec. 1 - 10 105 N. Bois ‘d Arc. Savoy
MISCELLANEOUS
A PAW UP
Helping Animals In Need Thrift Store 101 West Hayes, Savoy Open Friday thru Sunday 10am-5pm.
FREE CLOTHES & HOUSEWARES: Clothes ClosetValley Creek Baptist Church, 3615 FM 896, Leonard. Wednesdays 8-10am.
PETS
GERMAN SHEPHERD NEEDS A GOOD HOME Friendly - Neutered. Obedience School and has it’s shots. FREE. Call: 432-232-6554
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
App House Leveling & Foundation repair Pier and Beam/ Slab Foundation/ Small & Large Remodels. 903-227-2860
STAPP TREE
TRIMMING and REMOVAL
Hauling, Storm Damage, Demolition Work, Dead Wood Removal, Licensed and Bonded. Over 25 Years Experience. Call 903-5837888. “Cheaper than the cheapest. Give me a call, I can handle it all, guaranteed.”
FARM and LAWN
MAINTENANCE
Tree service, landscaping, brush clearing, fence of any kind, pipe fence painting, power washing, house painting, flagstone patios, gravel driveways, lot mowing, gutters and drainage, concrete demolition, any odd jobs. Call Jose Vazquez at 903-227-5898.
TREES and MÁS
Large Acreage Mowing with Tractor, Landscaping, Fences, Stump Grinding, and Concrete. Roofing- Metal or Shingles, Indoor or Outdoor Remodeling & Repairs. House Painting. Pressure Washing. Insured, Call for free estimate. 903-227-6940, 903-227-8369 or 903-486-2868.
FLEX BASE
6 Yards Flex Base: $300 1-½” Crusher Run: $400
PeaGravel: $450 FREE Delivery in Fannin County! Also available: Mulch & other landscape materials. After hours and weekend deliveries available. Call for details! 469-585-9167
REAL ESTATE
FOR RENT
One bedroom duplex Honey Grove
$600 mo. $300 dep. Call: 903-449-2673 Leave a message & we will call you back.
94.3 ACRES
LAND FOR SALE Fannin County Call: 903-249-2501 or 903-783-1400
OFFICES FOR RENT: 520 S. Center Bonham, TX 75418
2 offices, bathroom & storage area, Plenty of parking space. $750 per month. (utilities not included) Call or text 903-583-0108. FOR RENT Apartments 1 & 2 Bdrm Single Story. Dishwasher & Microwave. All Electric. 1 Bdrm $850 2 Bdrm $950 - - - - - - -2 Bdrm house, CH/A, Metal Windows, $1,100 month Call: 903-227-0920
3 BEDROOM HOUSE IN HONEY GROVE 1 bathroom. All electric, w/ 1 bay parking garage. Small storage room w/ concrete floor. 2 deadbolt locking door. $1,200.00 per month rent. $500.00 deposit. East Commerce and South 14th St. Text 903-227-6133
Large Remodeled RV with Slide FOR RENT Includes all utilities except propane, in Savoy, TX. Ideal for single person. $695 monthly, $200 deposit required. No pets. Call 903-868-2068
STORAGE UNITS
RENT a STORAGE UNIT in RANDOLPH & BONHAM
(Promotions available for online rental) Fully secured, gated storage units/parking lots are available starting at $39.95. Unit sizes range from 10 x 10 up to 10’x22’ at our Randolph & Bonhnan facilities. Contactless rental online 24/7 at www.brightstartstorage.com. For more information, call our office at (903) 505-6800 & (903) 292-0657
Currently, permits are required in Fannin County if you wish to: •Install a Culvert •Right Of Ways •Floodplain •Manufactured Home
Community •Subdivisions •Building permits around Bois d’arc & Lake Ralph Hall •RV parks •Junk yards •Septic system You can find more information on the Fannin County Clerk Website, http://www. co.fannin.tx.us/page/ fannin.County.Clerk Development Services –Di Hopkins 903-449-4220 (Culverts, Lake Zoning, Subdivisions & Rental Communities)
