12-24-24 Fannin County Leader

December 24, 2024

The Paper Of Record for Fannin County Texas ● Recipe page 3 ● Birthdays page 2 ● Faith Page 11 ● Sports page 5 The Leader’s ● Legals and Emp pages 13 Website & E-Edition ● Obituaries page 12 Access ● Business Card pages 6, 10 ● Classifieds pages 12, 13, 14

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BEST STUFFED MUSHROOMS 8 oz whole white mushrooms, cleaned 2 Tbsp. butter divided 4 oz cream cheese

1/2 c. mozzarella 2 1/2 Tbsp. Panko breadcrumbs divided 1 1/2 Tbsp. Parmesan cheese divided 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/4 tsp. black pepper 1/4 tsp. onion powder 1/4 tsp. ground cayenne pepper 1 tsp. parsley Carefully cut off stems of mushrooms. Use a spoon to help remove most of stem area so you have a large area of the cap to stuff. Place caps onto a large greased baking sheet. Discard any tough ends of stems and finely chop remaining parts. In a large skillet, heat 1 Tbsp. of the butter over medium heat.

Add chopped mushroom stems to skillet. Cook stems until tender and any moisture

New Open Arms Shelter Breaks Ground in Bonham, Offering Hope and Support to the Community Press Release After over three years of serving more than 300 residents, construction has officially begun on a new Open Arms Shelter at 111 South Center Street in Bonham, Texas. This exciting milestone is made possible through funding provided by the Fannin County Hospital Authority.

The new 7,780-square-foot facility will continue to provide hope, encouragement, and shelter to individuals and families in need—focusing on offering a “hand up, not just a handout.”

In addition to serving as a short-term shelter helping residents achieve selfsufficiency, the building will house essential services like the Fannin Health Clinic and the WIC Nutrition Program.

These programs will be available to both shelter residents and the wider Fannin County community, further enhancing access to critical healthcare and nutrition resources.

The Open Arms Shelter operates through the generous support of individuals, businesses, churches, and organizations across Fannin County. This new facility marks a significant step forward in the community’s commitment to helping neighbors in need.

Stay tuned as this vital project progresses, continuing to serve as a beacon of hope for Fannin county Follow us on Facebook @ openarmsbonhamand our website oashelter.com

Texas Vehicle Inspection Changes Coming Soon

New law eliminates most vehicle safety inspections

(AUSTIN, Texas – December 17, 2024) Beginning January 1, 2025, Texas vehicle owners will no longer need to obtain a safety inspection prior to vehicle registration.

House Bill 3297, passed during the 88th Legislature in 2023, eliminates the safety inspection program for noncommercial vehicles.

The new law maintains the annual $7.50 safety inspection fee collected at the time of vehicle registration. Texans will see this fee labeled as the Inspection Program Replacement Fee on their registration renewal notice.

Owners registering a new vehicle will pay a $16.75 Inspection Program Replacement Fee to cover the first two years of registration.

State law will still require obtaining a passing vehicle emissions inspection in the following 17 counties prior to vehicle registration: Brazoria County, Fort Bend County, Parker County, Collin County, Galveston County, Rockwall County, Dallas County, Harris County, Tarrant County, Denton County, Johnson County, Travis County, El Paso County, Kaufman County, Williamson County, Ellis County, Montgomery County.

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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

Inglish Cemetery

Marker Text: County’s oldest. Bailey Inglish donated plot near old Fort Inglish (called Bois d’Arc, later Bonham).

Pioneers buried here include 1838 Indian massacre victims Andrew Daugherty, Wm. McCarthy, 1836 Fannin County colonizers Bailey Inglish and Daniel Rowlett, and Texas Revolution veteran James Tarleton.

Location: 9th and Lynn Streets, Bonham The historic marker at old Inglish cemetery was unveiled by Miss Inez Inglish, granddaughter of the pioneer Bailey Inglish, who gave the ground for the cemetery in 1837. Preliminary to the unveiling, Miss Inglish gave a brief history of the cemetery and expressed appreciation of the descendants of Bailey Inglish for the occasion memorializing his memory.

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TxDOT9/12/23 Project Box Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Dec. 16, 2024. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues.

Fannin County: The annual crack seal contract to place sealant in the pavement cracks on roadways in Fannin County is underway. The following roadways will receive a crack seal: FM 2029 from FM 273 to FM 1396, FM 100 from FM 273 to FM 2216, FM 2216 from FM 100 to the Lamar County line, FM 1752 from US 82 to FM 898, SH 78 from US 82 to SH 56, Loop 205 from 9th Street to SH 56, SH 34 from SH 56 to FM 64, SH 11 from US 69 to the Hunt County line, FM 896 from Business SH 121 to US 69, FM 815 from Business US 69 to SH 78, US 69 from FM 896 to FM 272, and FM 1553 from SH 78 to SH 78. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

FM 68, at the North Sulphur River bridge. FM 68 at the North Sulphur River bridge is closed to through traffic as crews work on and replacing the bridge structure and roadway approaches. During the closure, traffic is asked to use SH 34, SH 11, and SH 78 as the detour route.

FM 2645, from FM 898 to FM 1753. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway to an overall width of 26 feet. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

FM 274, from SH 78 to FM 1753. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway to an overall width of 26 feet.

Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

SH 121 overpass at US 69. The SH 121 overpass at US 69 is closed to thru traffic while crews perform bridge repairs. All traffic will be required to take the exit for US 69 and then will be able to take the next entrance ramp back onto SH 121.

A temporary signal is in place to control traffic on SH 121 and US 69 during this closure. Motorists should expect delays as signals control traffic through the construction zone.

CR 4020 at Caney Creek. CR 4020 at Caney Creek is closed to through traffic to allow for replacement of the bridge. During the closure traffic is asked to use CR 4025 as a detour.

FM 68, from SH 78 to FM 271. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway to an overall width of 28 feet.

Motorists should expect delays as signals 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 daytime 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 2815, from FM 1629 to SH 11. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews apply a seal coat to the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

SH 56, from FM 1743 to FM 1396. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews perform spot milling on the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

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Fannin County Performance 8/22/23 Commissioners – BHS Choir Christmas 11/5/24 There were no Introductions.

5. Performance by the Bonham High School Vocal Ensemble – Melody Cherry, Director: Judge Cunningham introduced and welcomed the Bonham High School Choir led by Director Melody Cherry who regaled the court with delightful Christmas tunes beginning with a selection from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite and ending with a stirring rendition of the Carol of Bells. A photo of the vocalists was taken after their performance with the court.

6. Public Forum: FC citizen and artist David Keene presented one of his handcrafted Bois d’Arc wood ink pens to outgoing Commissioner Jerry Magness in recognition of his many years of service to the county as Commissioner of Precinct 3.

ROUTINE ITEMS: 7. Approve payment of bills – County Auditor: FC Auditor Alicia Whipple noted the

bills were $452,450.64. A mo- noted the BT Masroor plant tion to approve payment was has been built and is slated made by Commissioner Mc- to go into operation in May Queen, seconded by Commis- of 2025. Commissioner Mcsioner Kopf and passed.

Queen commented on the un8.

Approve minutes certainty of when payments from 10/15/2024 (R) and will be required to be made to 12/10/2024 (R) – County the county per the agreements Clerk: A motion to approve but noted it was something was made by Commissioner needing to be looked at.

Magness, seconded by Com- 11. Discussion regardmissioner Kopf and passed. ing walking quorums and 9. Allegiance EMS monthly workshops – County Judge: report for November 2024 Judge Cunningham led a dis– County Judge for Michael cussion clarifying what “walkBHS Choir and their Director Melody Cherry with the Fannin County Commissioners Court.

Photo by Rose Schwartz Gilbert of Allegiance: Re- ing quorums and workshops” gional Director of Operations entail, emphasizing that ofBy Rose Schwartz for Allegiance, Michael Gilbert ficials need not to be having reported there had been 145 meetings off to the side where Tuesday, December 17, completed calls, 31 refusals, 1 “things” are being deliberated 2024, Fannin County Judge treatment without transport, 6 and talked about. He noted the Newt Cunningham called to OF DENISON LP disregarded, 5 air-med trans- need to have an open court for order at 9:02 a.m. the Regular ports with 191 calls in total that discussion to have transparMeeting of the Fannin County 115 E. GANDY ST. DENISON, TX 75021 was a 16-call increase from ency in government and how Commissioners Court.

ChilOFFICE: 903-465-0145 October. Also noted was there workshops should be called dren’s Pastor of First CongreFAX: 903-465-0642 had been an average response by three commissioners or gational Church of Bonham, time of 12 minutes and 58 sec- the County Judge. Before the Nathan Peebles, led the InvoJEFF FRANCIS PAT MILLER onds and a roll-over of 2 calls discussion concluded, Attorcation followed by FC County Cell 903-814-3127 Cell 580-920-5575 to the Bonham EMS. He con- ney Andy Garner handed out Clerk and USAF Veteran, Jen jfrancis5419@hotmail.com pmmiller69@gmail.com cluded his report by advising information packets regardGarner, leading the Pledges. his company will be utilizing ing the regulations involved new software equipment after with walking quorums and January 1. workshops to the court and to DISCUSSION ITEMS: incoming Commissioner Elect 10. Discussion regarding of Precinct 3 Kurt Fogelberg current tax abatement agree- II (who was in attendance) ments with BT Block and BT and made himself available Masroor battery storage fa- for any questions regarding Crossword Puzzle Sponsored By: cilities – Commissioner Pre- the matter. cinct 1: Commissioner Mc- DISCUSSION, CONSIDQueen gave an update of the ERATION AND ACTION agreements the Commissioners ITEMS: WWW.G Court made in May of 2022 12. Discussion and possible that he recently researched. action regarding moving Facebook: Glaser-Family-Charitable-Foundation Discussed was the sale of both Constable Precinct 1 into BT Block and BT Masroor to the Justice of the Peace PreFrench multinational electric cinct 1 offices – Judge Goodutility company “Engie.” He water: Justice of the Peace for Precinct 1, Judge Louise Goodwater, gave her reasons why she believed in the inCrossword Puzzle Sponsored By: terest of security, it would be best to have Constable Robert Williams of Precinct 1 who is 469-796-5081 currently officed at the District Clerk’s Office, to be located in memory of Bonham Are Chamber of Commerce Annual at the Courthouse in her ofAwards Banquet February 1, 2025 @ Bonham fice. After some discussion community Center a motion was made by ComCreative Arts Center Taste of Chocolate missioner Magness to approve Saturday, February 22, 2025 6:00 AM with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed.

13. Approve accepting doSudoku Sponsored By: nations from various companies as giveaways at the 469-796-5081 annual Fannin County emin memory of Jimmie Evans ployee awards banquet on December 23, 2024 – TaxAssessor Collector: FC Tax Assessor-Collector Amber Sutherland requested the court approve donations from companies to be used as giveaways to county employees during the banquet on the 23rd of December and gave an update on the dinner preparations for the banquet being handled by the 7th & Main Baptist Church.

Judge Cunningham noted gifts sent to his office that were not perishable could be given to the county employees. Some of the donors were noted with Judge Cunningham stating his appreciation for all of them. A motion to approve the donations and actions for 15. Hairstyle 42. Behave in a way that CLUES ACROSS the employee awards banquet ANSWERS ON PAGE 13 18. Atomic #76 1. Central processing unit belittles was made by Commissioner 19. Guy (slang) 43. Denial 4. Taxi Kopf, seconded by Commis20. Ladies’ undergarments 44. A place to sleep 7. Body part sioner Magness and passed.

22. Furniture with open 45. Electronic counter8. Papal court Commissioner Magness comshelves 10. Young women making countermeasures mended Ms. Sutherland for all 23. Back-arc basin 46. Intestinal pouches their public debuts her efforts on the banquet.

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33. Not good 20. Province of Indonesia 52. Witness dump trailer for six months 34. Atomic #31 21. Beloved grilled foods for Precinct 1; $500 per CLUES DOWN 35. Assist in committing a 25. Bar bill month – Commissioner Pre1. Of cadmium crime 26. Don’t know when yet cinct 1: After an explanation 2. Deliver a sermon 36. Chauvinists 27. Whale ship captain 3. Inner regions of a from Commissioner McQueen 37. Get away 29. Touches softly shadow why this is needed, a mo38. One of a people who 30. Mock 4. Aggressive dog tion to approve was made by speaks a Semitic language 31. Red-brown Pacific sea 5. Smells Commissioner McQueen with 39. Civil rights college bream 6. Twofold 102 S. Crockett • Sherman, TX Commissioner Kopf secondorganization 32. Summer entertainment 8. Former OSS West Side of Square ing the motion which passed.

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4/4/23 Savoy's Addy Hernandez (2) controls the ball on Dec. 3 during non-district girls' basketball against Quinlan Boles at Savoy.

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By Rich Hilliard SAVOY -- Double-digit wins came in concert with back-to-back postseason trips in girls' basketball for Class 1A Savoy's Lady Cardinals in 2023 and 2024.

Even before District 191A play starts next month, Savoy has already reached double-digit wins this season via a senior-dominated roster.

The quintet returns after all receiving all-district accolades as juniors, when the Lady Cardinals repeated as 23-1A's third-place qualifier

Savoy's Meredith Davis (21) looks to drive inside the paint on Dec. 3 during non-district Savoy's Abigail Gates (11) girls' basketball against focuses on the basket on Quinlan Boles at Savoy.

Dec. 3 during non-district Photo by Rich Hilliard girls' basketball against Quinlan Boles at Savoy.

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en route to a second-consecutive bi-district advance.

They include: first-team selections Cassidy Almy and Meredith Davis, second-team recipient Presley Walker and honorable mentions Abigail Gates and Molly Davis.

These and newcomers will look to help Savoy reach a third-straight postseason -the school's longest run in the girls' sport since a six in a row streak ended in 2014.

District 19-1A plays commences for the Lady Cardinals with a trip to Dodd City on Friday, Jan. 3.

Savoy's Molly Davis (22) gets off a shot despite defensive pressure, as teammate Addy Hernandez (2) watches, on Dec. 3 during non-district girls' basketball against Quinlan Boles at Savoy.

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Savoy's Presley Walker (40) releases a shot from close range on Dec. 3 during non-district girls' basketball against Quinlan Boles at Savoy.

Photo by Rich Hilliard Savoy's Cassidy Almy (10) throws a pass on Dec. 3 during non-district girls' basketball against Quinlan Boles at Savoy.

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Brian Baccus, Savoy's athletics director and new head girls' basketball coach, speaks during a timeout on Dec. 3 as assistant Dani Baccus (immediately standing behind him) and the Lady Cardinals varsity team listens. Photo by Rich Hilliard

Beavers unanimous 9-2A-I MVP; HG takes, shares most top props Freeman (unanimous), senior; wide receiver, Lane Foster, junior; guard, Kobe Patt, junior; and tackle, Luke Bryant, junior.

Defensive first-team recipients included: ackle, Kobe Patt, junior; end, Asher Price (unanimous), senior; inside linebacker, Keyondre Leshaw, senior; cornerback, Lane Foster, junior; Senior Brady Banker garnered an offensive tackle selection on the second team for Honey Grove, which with a four-round advance made its deepest postseason run in terms of Honey Grove's Mason Banker (1) and a teammate rounds since the Warriors' 1969 State tackle a Cooper ball carrier on Nov. 1 during home semifinals advance which lasted likeDistrict 9-2A-I football at Warrior Stadium. Photo wise.

by Rich Hilliard Honorable mentions were quarterback, Jarrmez Daniels; running back, Offensive Newcomer, Tre'lyn Bailey Ryelan Morris; wide receiver, Dre Honey Grove's Tre'lyn Bailey (21) stays Honey Grove's Levi Beavers carries (unanimous), sophomore; Co-Offensive Patt; offensive line, Antonio Torres; defenahead of Cooper's defense while carrying the football for the Warriors on Aug. 22 Lineman, Tatum Banker, senior; Defen- sive tackle, Cyrus McMorris; linebacker, during a home non-district scrimmage the ball on Nov. 1 during home District sive Lineman, Brody Mahan, senior; Util- Brady Banker; cornerback, Dre Patt; coragainst Bonham.

9-2A-I football at Warrior Stadium. ity Player, Kendal Wolfe, senior; Coach- nerback, Laz Asberry.

Photo by Rich Hilliard Photo by Rich Hilliard ing Staff, Honey Grove (head coach Shane Academic all-district included: Lazarus Fletcher, Kevin Wiggins, Larry McFarlin, Asberry, Tatum Banker, Brady Banker, shared seven of the nine District 9-2A-I Chase Banker, David Lopez, Don Dan- Levi Beavers, Cord Butler, Austin FreeBy Rich Hilliard football superlatives for 2024. iels, Hudson Milford, John Flowers, and man, Brody Mahan, Ryelan Morris, Dre Other superlatives for the undefeated Drew Cunningham). First-team offensive Patt, Asher Price, Sawyer Price, Kendal Senior Levi Beavers unanimously won district champion Warriors included: Co- selections were tight end, Asher Price Wolfe. the Most Valuable Player honor, as region- Defensive MVP, Mason Banker, junior; (unanimous), senior; wide receiver, Austin al finalist Honey Grove either claimed or

"He's Built Different:" Bonhi XC's Horton to continue running days w/Dallas Baptist cross country.It didn't begin in high school, when he consistently qualified for regional competitions in the sport -- running on the varsity squad from the start.

It didn't start in junior high -- where he won district championships in cross country.

Instead, his efforts in the FitnessGram -- an aerobic capacity test -- in elementary school foreshadowed it.

"That was the first time I Bonham's Hunter Horton. Photo realized he had a gift," said

by Rich Hilliard Bonham's Kevin Trompler who has coached Horton

By Rich Hilliard throughout, from elementary BONHAM -- Hunter Hor- physical education to now in ton indicated early that he cross country and track.

"He and his brother Fletcher was on a path to collegiate

were always the last going -got to 115 laps without stopping," said Trompler. "They were late getting back to class -- that's a good problem.

"My eyebrows raised and I thought: future runner. I've been doing this for 30 years.

I've never coached an athlete who had a better understanding of going the extra mile."

Horton will run that extra distance for Dallas Baptist University.

The Bonham senior agreed to do so in a signing ceremony on Dec. 11 held in the Leonard A. Gerner Gymnasium, with family, friends, classmates, coaches and faculty present.

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"I emailed Coach (Jacob) Phillips at DBU and he called me weekly," said the runner.

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I also met one of the runners at a camp I went to."

In 2021, Horton, as a freshman, took third in 20:01.7, as Bonham won the District 113A boys' title and advanced as a team to the Region II-3A boys' race.

In 2022, he took 12th in 19:20.7, helping the Purple Warriors repeat as the 11-3A champion and again advance as a team to the same regional competition.

Last fall, Horton finished as the varsity boys' runner-

up in 16:35 -- a personal and school record -- at the 14-4A Meet and again qualified for regional competition, even as Bonham returned to Class 4A after a six-year 3A stay.

His final cross country season equated a comeback, as he missed running at district as a junior -- and likely again at regionals -- due to a fractured back.

"I had to have the drive to get better," said Horton. "I had to show I had what it takes to be a good runner."

His attitude during his comeback season mirrored his described approach to running throughout his years at Bonham.

"When I would tell the cross

country runners what their practice route was for the day, leaving from Bonham High School," said Trompler, "Hunter would say: 'Can I also add a lap through the country club or Powder Creek Park (before) coming back?'

"In sports, it's said that anyone can go to practice. It's what you do outside that sets you apart," said the coach.

"Hunter would come run up here on Sundays and during Christmas break. You'd see him running around town. It's what he does on his own that has made the difference.

"That's why he's going to college to run. He's built different."

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16. Approve the Multipurpose Complex Gift Deed and Bill of Sale to the City of Bonham and authorize County Judge to sign on behalf of the County – County Judge: Judge Cunningham noted this had already been approved and this was just part of the work attached to it.

He further explained how the agreement with the city was conditional on the facility’s use to be for the benefit of the county. A motion to approve was made by Commissioner Magness with Commissioner McQueen seconding the motion which passed.

17. Discussion and possible action regarding additional secure storage areas at the Justice Center – County Clerk: This was passed on.

18. Discussion and possible action regarding the creation of an Elections Administrator position in Fannin County – County Clerk: FC Clerk Jen Garner began the discussion by noting that FC Elections Supervisor Galen Bennett had officially resigned his position as of December 2, 2024. Discussed were state requirements regarding the hiring of an EA and the question posed to Ms. Garner whether it was even necessary, in her opinion, to hire an EA or if appointing another Supervisor would suffice. Mr. Bennett also offered his insights into the matter. Ms. Garner noted she would be consulting with the county’s election chairs for their input. No action taken at this time.

19. Review bid and approve rebidding for Culverts for all precincts – Purchasing Agent: FC Purchasing Agent Julie Criswell explained how there had been only one bid made on this that was higher than desired and with Commissioner McQueen’s input, a motion was made by Commissioner McQueen to reject the bid and to put the matter out there for re-bid. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Magness and passed.

20. Approve rebidding for Fuel and Oil for all precincts as no bids were received – Purchasing Agent: Ms. Criswell began the discussion on why no bids were received on this with Judge Cunningham suggesting the notice for bids be sent to other sites and Commissioners Magness and Self advising contact to be made to companies previously used by the county. A motion to approve going out for re-bid was made by Commissioner Magness, seconded by Commissioner Self and passed.

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

21. Subdivision Committee and Subdivision Policy – County Judge: This was passed on.

22. Courthouse repairs and litigation – County Judge: Judge Cunningham noted the electric contractor is trying to get all the electrical issues cleared up before the end of the year.

23. Justice Center – County Judge: Judge Cunningham the court was waiting to receive the numbers for what it would take to have secure storage space added for the county’s records.

24. County budget and revenue sources – County Judge: Ms. Whipple gave an update on the training and other activities being done regarding “hot tax.”

25. Water issues affecting Fannin County – County Judge: Administrative Assistant to Judge Cunningham, Lisa Loiselle, noted she had mailed out the documents to interested parties pertaining to the FC Water Supply Agency.

Commissioner Kopf noted the next meeting for the group would be the fourth Thursday of January at 4:00 p.m.

26. Fannin County road issues – County Judge: Judge Cunningham commented on communication he has attempted with the State regarding CR 1396 and noted he is still waiting for word of their

MERRY CHRISTMAS! From The Leader visit. Commissioner Magness commented on the dangerous condition of the road.

27. Solar and wind farms – County Judge: No significant update 28. Emergency Medical Services – County Judge: Judge Cunningham commented on an accident that occurred earlier in the morning, encouraging caution to be taken in foggy conditions.

EXECUTIVE SESSION(S) AND ACTION IF NEEDED: 29.

30.

31. No Executive Sessions needed.

COMMENTS AND ADJOURN: 32. Comments by County Commissioners and County Judge: Commissioner McQueen thanked the BHS Choir for their performance, urged caution for those driving in bad conditions and thanked everyone for their attendance.

Commissioner Self wished

his wife a Happy Birthday and thanked the BHS Choir for their performance before asking for prayers for those involved in the auto accident that occurred earlier and wishing all a great and careful week.

Commissioner Magness thanked Mr. Keene again for the gift of his “retirement pen” before wishing everyone a good week and a Merry Christmas.

Commissioner Kopf wished everyone a Merry Christmas and time with their families exhorting all to remember the reason for the season, our Savior, Jesus Christ.

Judge Cunningham also wished everyone a Merry Christmas and God’s blessings on all before commenting on the fog and reminding everyone that there will be no Commissioners Court next week (Christmas Eve).

33. Adjourn: The meeting adjourned at 10:30 a.m.

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3:00pm to 5:00pm. Mayor H Compton presented Judge Skotnik with a plaque honoring his 16 years of service to the City.

Judge Skotnik has served as the Municipal Court Judge for the City of Bonham for the past 16 years. On November 5, 2024, the Honorable Judge ran for and won the elected position of the Fannin County Criminal District Attorney.

On November 11, 2024, the Bonham City Council appointed Michael Evans as the full-time City of Bonham Municipal Court Judge. Michael Evans has been the Associate Judge and has been standing in for John Skotnik in recent months as he prepares to be the new Fannin County Criminal District Attorney.

The Christmas Truce

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“All through the long night those big guns flashed and growled just like the lightning and thunder when it storms in the mountains at home. And, oh my, we had to pass the wounded.

And some of them were on stretchers going back to the dressing stations. And some of them were lying around, moaning and twitching.

And the dead were all along the road. And it was wet and cold. And it all made me think of the Bible and the story of the Antichrist and Armageddon.”

Sergeant Alvin C. York Company G, 328th Infantry, 82nd Division, U.S. Army, on fighting in the Argonne Forest, France, in WW I. War is hell. Ask anyone who has survived it. They will tell you this, if they can speak about it at all. The Great War, now we call it World War I, was one of the deadliest conflicts in human history. Between July of 1914 and November of 1918 more than 16 million lives were lost.

This was our first “modern” war, where we used machine guns, mechanized tanks, improved artillery, even airplanes and poison gas. Much of the fighting involved trench warfare, with troops dug in and living in muddy, disease-ridden ditches carved from the ground. Between opposing trenches was a ”No Man’s Land” – littered with barbed wire, dead soldiers, and the refuse of war. In the midst of this hell on Earth, one cold December night, something astonishing happened.

This is the stuff of legend.

On Christmas Eve, 1914, in the area of Flanders, Belgium, along the Western Front, an unlikely miracle took place. Hunkered down in their trenches, British and French troops faced German soldiers on the other side. All was quiet, until one soldier started to sing.

Softly at first, then louder, these words could be heard, “Stille Nacht, Heilige Nacht…” Recognizing the carol’s tune, the British and French troops responded, singing “Silent Night, Holy Night…”

With binoculars in hand, a British soldier peering over the parapet spotted twinkling candles in the branches of a small fir tree.

The German troops were celebrating Christmas. As the singing continued, shouting began on either side. One British soldier interviewed years later, said he heard the voice

of an enemy soldier, speaking in English with a strong German accent. He was saying, “Come over here.” Over the top of their trench, another soldier raised a crudely written sign which read: “YOU NO SHOOT, WE NO SHOOT.” In response, French and British soldiers waved a ragged banner on which they had scrawled “MERRY CHRISTMAS.” Cautiously and nervously the unarmed soldiers rose from their trenches. They crossed “No Man’s Land” meeting face-toface in the frosty cold. Awkwardly, they shook hands and clapped shoulders. Some embraced. Some made an effort to hide their tears. For the rest of the night, and throughout Christmas Day, they sang carols and exchanged gifts. Chocolate, biscuits, coffee, canned meat, jam, cigarettes, pipe tobacco, pie, and wine were traded back and forth. From somewhere a ball appeared and soon a lively game of football ensued (soccer to us Americans). One German Lieutenant who was there wrote, “How marvelously wonderful, yet how strange it was.

The English officers felt the same way about it. Thus Christmas, the celebration of Love, managed to bring mortal enemies together as friends for a time.”

But not everyone was happy about the Christmas Truce. Soon strict orders came down from the high command on both sides.

Soldiers were ordered back to their trenches, and all too soon the fighting resumed.

News of this Christmas miracle did make it back to England, France, and Germany.

Soldiers began sending letters and photos home to their families. Some of these letters and photos were featured in newspapers of the day. This sparked debate about whether or not the truce had impacted morale in the ranks and was actually a good thing.

I would maintain that the Christmas Truce of 1914 was profound evidence of God’s supernatural love poured out upon the hearts of men. We all need that. Merry Christmas!

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Waiting Time Could Be Worship Time Calvary Baptist Church Bonham, Texas

I love Christmas. There, I said it. I know that for many of us, it means running at break neck speed and totally stressing out to “get everything done.” However, I must confess that my current season of life has given me a perspective that is causing me to really soak in the very special meaning of Christ’s birth on a whole new level.

As a kid, I remember all too well how hard it was to

wait for Christmas Day. I ourselves waiting. Most all of remember - waiting to see us are waiting for something 12-18-18 what was underneath the – a raise – the call from the wrapping paper – waiting for doctor – the prodigal son to it to warm up enough for me come home…the list goes to take that new bicycle for its on and on. My prayer for you is that your waiting time first spin.

So much of the story of would be worship time. May Christmas is about waiting. you lean into the Lord as you The Jews waiting for the wait. We gather together to Messiah to come. The Father lean into the Lord in worship. waiting for that special It is by God’s sovereign will moment in history to “send and design. forth” His Son. Joseph and Waiting for God to Move, Mary waiting for the arrival of this Most Special Son to Lyn and Lissa be born. Today, we still find

Hello everyone!

This week’s message comes from 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.”

I know that I have shared this message before, but I feel led to share it with you again.

This is the one true reason that we celebrate Christmas. Too many times we get so caught up in the commercialism, pageantry, decorations, and other worldly aspects of the season that we lose sight of this. Through the birth of Jesus Christ, God gave us the greatest gift that this world has ever known or received, and we often take it for

granted. As I’ve said before, this is a very dangerous thing for us to do. This verse not only predicts the birth of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, but is also the promise of the Messiah. We must always remember that His birth is the most important reason, above everything else, that we celebrate the Christmas season. John 3:16 reminds us, “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” His birth was greatest gift to the world.

In 1959, Audrey Mieir wrote this classic hymn that comes from the message on this verse.

“His name is Wonderful, His name is Wonderful, His

name is Wonderful, Jesus my Lord. He is the mighty King, Master of everything: His name is Wonderful, Jesus my Lord.

He’s the great Shepherd, 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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By Mike Dickison Minister for the Ivanhoe Church of Christ

rich man lifted up his eyes in torment, but Lazarus was “comforted” (Luke 16:1925).

Jesus said, “for they shall inherit the earth” (Matthew 5:5). Peter reminds us that we, “according to his promise, look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness” (2 Peter 3:13).

Jesus said, “for they shall be filled” (Matthew 5:6).

John records that “they shall hunger no more, neither thirst any more; neither shall the sun light on them, nor any heat. For the Lamb which is in the midst of the throne shall feed them, and shall lead them unto living fountains of waters: and God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes” (Revelation 7:1617).

Jesus said, “for they shall obtain mercy” (Matthew 5:7). David wrote, “Blessed is he that considereth the poor: the LORD will deliver him in time of trouble” (Psalm 41:1). The Lord said that “if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you” (Matthew 6:14).

Jesus said, “for they shall see God” (Matthew 5:8). If we want to see God, we will “follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord” (Hebrews 12:14).

Jesus said, “for they shall be called the children of God” (Matthew 5:9). When questioned about marriages in heaven, Christ said that “they which shall be accounted worthy to obtain that world, and the resurrection from the dead, neither marry, nor are given in marriage: Neither can they die any more: for they are equal unto the angels; and are the children of God, being the children of the resurrection” (Luke 20:35-36).

Jesus said, “for theirs is the kingdom of heaven” (Matthew 5:10). Peter tells us that “Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons: But in every nation he that feareth him, and worketh righteousness, is accepted with him” (Acts 10:34-35).

Jesus said, “for great is your reward in heaven” (Matthew 5:12). John tells of our individual responsibilities of receiving the reward that God has promised, “Look to yourselves, that we lose not those things which we have wrought, but that we receive a full reward” (2 John 1:8).

Let us find JOY in serving the Lord.

Paul lets us know that “the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith” (Galatians 5:22).

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The Joy That Lasts Forever

‘Blessed, Happy, are the Discouraged, the Sorrowful, the Lowly, the SpirituallyDepressed, the Merciful, the Pure in Heart, the Peaceful, and the Persecuted’ (Matthew 5:1-12). The exact opposite of the world’s standards.

But the Blessing is not in the Unfortunate Condition in itself, but in the Glorious Reward to come. We look to “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). Heaven, to Jesus, who understands and knows, is so Infinitely Superior to Earthly Life, that anything that increases the Longing for Heaven should be regarded as a Blessing.’

Jesus said, “for theirs is the kingdom of heaven” (Matthew 5:3). Jesus also said that “Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven” (Matthew 7:21).

Jesus said, “for they shall be comforted” (Matthew 5:4). When the rich man and Lazarus both died, the

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New Life Holiness Church of Jesus Christ 210 Hamilton St, Trenton, TX 903-818-8412

Assembly of God

First Assembly of God, Bonham 1650 N. Center Bonham, TX 75418 (903) 583-5883 Leonard First Assembly of God, 108 Pecan Leonard, Texas 469-450-9777

Baptist

Allen’s Point Baptist Church 310 CR 2775 Honey Grove, TX 75446 903378-7038 Bailey Bible Baptist Church 205 Leslie Bailey, Texas 75413

Fannin County

Baptist Honey Grove Cowboy Church 3050 Hwy 100 North Honey Grove, TX

Christian

First Christian Church of Bonham 701 N Main Street Bonham, TX 75418 903.583.2227

Congregational

Ivanhoe Baptist Church 4063 NO.FM 273 First Congregational Church-corner of Hwy 121 and W 13th St. PO Box 386 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 (903)583-2359 Bonham, TX 75418 903-449-4914 Joyful Light Baptist Church 4695 FM 2645 Episcopal Savoy, TX 75418 903-436-5440 Holy Trinity Episcopal Church 623 Star Lamasco Baptist Church 346 CR 2615 Street (W 7th & Star Street) 682-201-8795 Telephone, Texas 75488

Bethlehem Baptist Church “The House The Church of Jesus Landmark Missionary Baptist Church of Bread” 1415 Franklin Avenue, Christ of Latter-day Saints Bonham, TX 7541 Office: 903-583-8061 1409 W. Market St. Honey Grove, Texas The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter75446 (615) 448-8802 day Saints, Bonham 1540 S Hwy 78 Bois D’Arc Creek Cowboy Church (972) 880-1412 Hwy 121 & Edhube Road 903-583-1671 Little Bethel Baptist Church Lutheran PO Box 63 Ladonia, Texas 75449 St. James Lutheran Church 14394 E Boyd Baptist Church 3707 St. Hwy. 78 N Phone (903)367-7708 FM 1396 Windom Tx 75492 Phone: Bonham, Texas Phone (903) 583-7288 903-583-5155 Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Rt 1 Box 101B, PO Box 73, Ladonia, Texas Calvary Baptist Church 913 S. 5th St Methodist 75449 Phone (903)367-7009 Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-3910 Christian Chapel CME 1005 West 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

New Home Baptist Church 1300 N Maple St. Bonham 903-583-4509 New Zion Baptist Church 627 County Road 1265 Bonham, TX 75418 903-961-2027

Market St. Honey Grove, Tx 75446 903-378-3518

Ector United Methodist Church 401 Church St. Ector, Texas 75439 (972) 890-4014

Pilgram Rest Baptist Church Cross Point Baptist Church 22025 703 Agusta St. Trenton, Texas First Methodist Church of Leonard 206 N. Main / PO Box 218 Leonard, TX S. Hwy. 78 Leonard 214-551-4707 Ravenna Baptist Church 100 Elm Street 75452 903-587-3463 Ravenna, Texas 75476 Dial Baptist Church 16816 FM 1550 First United Methodist Church of TrenHoney Grove, TX 75446 903-378-7070 Rising Son Cowboy Church 1526 CR ton 211 North Second Street @ Hunt 2010 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-640-3377 Trenton, TX 75490 903-989-2378 Duplex Baptist Church 313 CR 2102 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-664-3175 Sandy Baptist Church Ravenna, Texas First United Methodist Church of Bon75476 (903) 583-9546 ham 801 Star Bonham, Texas 75418 Ector Baptist Church P.O. Box 248 (903) 583-3314 Seventh & Main Baptist Church 617 Ector, Texas 75439 (903) 961-2175 N. Main Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-8679 Marvin United Methodist Church Edhube Baptist Church 595 FM 2815 Office Phone 903-364-2411 FM 898 E Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-2840 Sovereign Grace Baptist Church 601 S. Whitewright, Texas 4th St. Bonham, TX 469-207-1141 Elwood Baptist Intersection of CR 2125 Mulberry United Methodist Church, and CR 2544 near Ivanhoe, Texas Telephone Baptist Church located on FM 273 5638 FM 274, Ravenna, TX 75476, in Telephone Office phone: 903-664-2377 phone 1-888-311-8508 Faith Independent Baptist Church 12676 W Hwy 82 Savoy, Tx 75479 Primera Iglesia Baustia Hispana 1134 FM McKenzie United Methodist Church 903-965-5517 273 Bonham, Texas 75418 903-583-5727 701 N. 7th Street Honey Grove, TX Trinity Baptist Church 219 W. Denison 75446 (903) 203-4455 First Baptist Church of Bailey Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-3388 PO Box 221 Bailey, Texas 75413 (903) 583-0732 Union Baptist Church 682 CR 1105 PO Windom United Methodist Church 207 Second Street PO Box 936 Box 118 Ravenna,TX 75476 Windom, TX 75492 940-390-0146 First Baptist Church of Bonham 710 N. Valley Creek Baptist Church 3615 FM Center Bonham, Texas 75418 896, Leonard, TX 75452 903-587-2386 Pleasant Grove CME Church box 34 (903) 583-0732 Ladonia TX 75449 Hwy 64 903-367-7870 Westside Baptist Church 912 W. Commerce First Baptist Church of Dodd City PO St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 903-249-2987 St. Paul CME Church 801 E. 6th St. Box 47 Dodd City, Texas 75438-0047 West Shady Grove Baptist Church Bonham, TX 75418 903-864-8768 (903)583-4465 13665 East Line Road Trenton, TX Windom Baptist Church 203 1st Street Virginia Point United Methodist Church First Baptist Church of Honey Grove 1386 CR 1200 Savoy, TX PO Box 124 Honey Grove, Texas 75446 Windom, TX 75492 (903) 623-2215 (903)378-2768 Wild Horse Creek Cowboy Church 2992 CR Non-Denominational 2285 Telephone, Texas 75488 903-486-1630 Golden Gospel Church 4435 County First Baptist Church of Ladonia 301 Road 2610 in Bonham, Texas East Main Ladonia, Texas 75449-100 Catholic (903) 227-8527 (903)367-7038 St. Elizabeth Catholic Church corner of 10th & Maple Bonham, TX office 903-583-7734 Greater Joy Fellowship Hwy. 121 & W First Baptist Church of Leonard 100 13th, Bonham, TX (meeting in First Con. Church of Christ East Thomas St. [PO Box 1146] Leonard Church of Christ 323 S US Highway Methodist Church Bldg. Sun. 5 PM) Leonard, TX 75452 (903) 587-2250 69 Leonard Texas 75452 (903) 919-0727

First Baptist Church of Pecan Gap PO Box 100 Pecan Gap, Texas 75469 (903)359-6683

Ector Church of Christ Hwy 56 & Cedar St. Ector, Texas 903-961-3155

The Way Christian Fellowship. 308 E Fowler St, Savoy Tx 75479

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Honey Grove Church Of Christ - 403 W. Main St. Honey Grove, 903-227-2606 Ivanhoe Church of Christ P.O. Box 322290 CR 2040 Ivanhoe, TX 75447

SR Church P.C.G. 1850 S HWY 121 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 640-3025

Katy Blvd Church of Christ 411 Katy First Baptist Church of Savoy .O. Box 177 Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) 965-4160 Blvd Bonham, TX 75418 706-294-5996

First Presbyterian Church of Bonham 818 N. Main St. Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-2014

First Baptist Church of Randolph PO Box 14 Randolph, Texas 75475 (903)583-6900

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 Gathering Tine Cabin Ministry 487 CR 2105 Ivanhoe, TX 903-449-0180

Midway Church of Christ Hwy 56 W Bonham 903 583 3989

Presbyterian

Main Street Presbyterian Church P.O. Box 188 or 504 E. Main St. Honey Northside Church of Christ 2020 N. Center Grove, Texas 75446 (903) 249-1325 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903)583-3484

United Pentecostal

Oak Ridge Church of Christ 10368 E FM 1550 Ladonia, Texas 75449 903 583 0849 Calvary United Pentecostal Church 1190 Hwy 56 W Bonham Texas 903-583-4346 Savoy Church of Christ

P.O. Box 212 Savoy, (903) 965-7344 United Pentecostal Church P.O. Box 216 Trenton Church of Christ 101 W. Saunders Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) 965-4627 St. Trenton, TX 75490 903-989-2446 Peace Tabernacle UPC 16020 CR 635 Church of God Trenton, Texas (972) 752-4054 Bonham Living Word Church of God- 699 E Hwy 82 Bonham,TX 75418 Phone: (903) 583-5655

Lannius Church of God 2803 Hwy 897 Dodd City, TX 75438 903-623-3007

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Billy Wayne Cockerham Billy Wayne Cockerham of Carthage passed away peacefully at his home with family by his side on December 13, 2024.

Billy was born November 24, 1949 in Beeville, Texas. He was the oldest of four children born to the marriage of Marjorie Belle Hubbert and William Grady Cockerham. He was raised in Mathis, Texas until the family relocated to Bonham, Texas where he graduated with the Bonham High School Class of 1968. Billy met and married the love of his life Gail Tadlock in 1972. Billy spent his career as a mechanic for Texas Utilities where he worked until he retired. Billy loved hunting and fishing, working on old cars, coaching youth sports, watching his grandchildrens’ sporting events, and spending time with his family.

He is preceded in death by his parents Marjorie and Grady Cockerham. Billy is survived by his wife of 52 years Gail Cockerham of Carthage; daughter Misty Boyd and husband Steve of Van Alstyne; son Cody Cockerham of Carthage; daughter Melanie Elsaesser and husband Scott of Carthage; four grandchildren whom he adored Abbi Boyd, Caroline and Christina Cockerham, and Levi Elsaesser; brother Mike Cockerham and wife Sherry of Carthage; sisters Carol Ellis and husband Rick of Bonham, and Kathryn Cockerham of Wylie; special family member Pam Cockerham of Carthage; cherished friends Chris Morris, Danny Harris, Ray Moraw, Paul Anzaldua, Brad Bryant, David Westbrook, Robert Barnes, Billy Hannah, Jeff Nichols, and Gene Haney; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, very close friends and his sweet, devoted dog Remi who will miss him dearly.

A memorial Visitation will be held from 1 – 3:00 p.m., on Saturday, December 28, 2024 at Hawthorn Funeral Home. We find comfort in knowing that Billy’s legacy lives on through the lessons he taught us, the love he shared, and the memories we will cherish forever.

Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice in Billy’s name. Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Hawthorn Funeral Home. An online guestbook may be signed at: www. hawthornfuneralhome.com

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James Alton Speed

James Alton Speed entered into the presence of Jesus Christ on December 16, 2024 in Denton, TX. Arrangements are under the direction of Wise Funeral Home in Bonham, TX. James was born on January 7, 1984 in Denison, TX to James Alton Speed and Judith Ann Whitlock. From a young age James loved to hunt and fish. Spending time with family was at the heart of James. At the time of his passing he worked for Chemical Weed Control. James had previously worked for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice as a Sergeant in Bonham for over a decade. He was a dedicated husband, father, son, brother, and friend. A true man amongst men. He led his family spiritually and as they grew, his spiritual walk with Jesus Christ grew. James was always studying his Bible and took those biblical virtues to heart and with him in his daily life. James loved the Lord with all his heart and the family takes great comfort in knowing that James is in the presence of his Creator.

James is preceded in death by sister, Lauren Crowell, grandmother, Martha Richards, and great grandmother, Judy Hutsell.

He leaves behind, wife Chelsey Speed of 12 years, daughter, Scout Speed, son, Trace Speed, mother, Judy Hix (Alan), siblings, David Speed, Suzanne Wine (Daniel), grandfather, Ernie Richards, In-laws, Kit and Ray McLemore, uncles, Jimmy Speed, Joel Richards, cousins, Joel Richards II (Kaylin), Alianna Richards, niece, Alison Wine, nephew, Andrew Wine.

The funeral for James was held on Friday, December 20, 2024 at 11am at Lamar Avenue Church of Christ in Paris, TX with Kyle Young, Jerry Clayton, and Al Domangue officiating.

Visitation was held 1hr prior to the service with burial following at MT. Tabor Cemetery, Paris, TX. Pallbearers were David Speed, Kevin Hartwell, Justin Bethel, Cooper Easley, Clint Gann, Bruce Caylor and Cade Crawford.

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Mary Jane Goodwin of Bonham received her wings on December 18th, 2024 at the age of 97. She was born June 23rd 1927 in Ohio to Charles and Margaret (Kulp) Dunfee.

Preceding her were her parents, sister and 3 brothers.

Mary came to Texas in the early 1950’s with her husband and baby daughter, Toni. At this time, she loved being a homemaker and mother...with their 2nd daughter, Tina, being born a short time later. In the 1970’s, she went to work at Gibson’s, Ben Franklin, Wal-Mart and then to Wolfe City at Texas Tag where she retired after 14 years as an inspector in the Shipping Dept.

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JoAnna Pearl Franklin was born July 5, 1932, to Odis and Clifford (Watson) Scoggins in the Oakridge Community. Mrs. Franklin passed away December 12, 2024, in Sherman, TX. Graveside services for JoAnna Franklin were held Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at Oakridge Cemetery, beginning at 1:30 PM. Bro, Rick Ring presided.

JoAnna began school at Bartley Woods and upon the school closing she transferred to Ladonia where she graduated in 1949.

Mrs. Franklin is survived by daughters, Norma Lochridge of Bonham, TX, Rita Bruner of Hendrix, OK, sisters; Nancy Price of Greenville, TX and Lynda Cagle of McKinney, TX, 3 granddaughters, 2 grandsons, 10 great-granddaughters, 4 great-grandsons, 3 great-great-granddaughters, and 5 greatgreat-grandsons.

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City of Ladonia Position Open/Project Manager The City of Ladonia is looking to hire a Project Manager to oversee the application process to re-establish the City of Ladonia Police Department. Applicants must have police experience and be in good standing with their law enforcement accreditations. Knowledge of the CIty of Ladona and area will be needed. Applicants will be working with TCOLE to re-establish the police department and inventory of police equipment. Pay is dependent on experience. Please send resume to: CIty of Ladonia, P. O. Box 5, Ladonia TX, 75449 or it can be emailed to city@cityofladonia.com. Resumes must be received by 4:00 PM on January 8, 2025.

12/24/24 CITY OF TRENTON

App House Leveling & Foundation repair Pier and Beam/ Slab Foundation/ Small & Large Remodels.

903-227-2860.

STUMP GRINDIN’ Tree Trimming.

Landscaping Commercial & Residential Call William: 903-718-1720.

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LEGAL NOTICE ORDINANCE NO. 593

12/12/24 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE AN ORDINANCE CITY OF TRENTON, TEXAS AMENDING CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION AND PERSONNEL, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF TRENTON BY AMENDING ARTICLE 2.02, CITY COUNCIL, SECTION 2.02.001, TIME AND PLACE OF MEETINGS TO CHANGE THE MEETING TO BE HELD ON THE FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, SAVINGS AND REPEALING CLAUSES AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION OF THE CAPTION HEREOF.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS 12/24/24

Notice to Creditors for the Estate of Glen Ray Sangster, Deceased

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Notice is hereby given that Letters Administration upon the Estate of Glen Ray Sangster, Deceased, were issued on December 11, 2024 in Cause No. PR-2024-13344, pending in the County Court at Law of Fannin County, Texas to Francis Collinsworth, Independent Administrator. The address of record for the aforementioned Independent Administrator is 15797 FM 100, Telephone, Texas, 75488. All persons having claims against said estate are hereby required to present their claims to Francis Collinsworth, Representative, Estate of Glen Ray Sangster, at 15797 FM 100, Telephone, Texas, 75488 within the time and in the manner prescribed by law.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Independent Administration for the Estate of Robert Lee Woods II, Deceased, were issued on December 12, 2024, in Cause No. PR-2022-13128, pending in the County Court-at-Law of Fannin County, Texas, to: Robert Woods, Sr. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are 12/24/24 required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o: Michael S. Evans 308 North Center Street Bonham, Texas 75418 DATED the 12th day of December, 2024.

FIREWOOD FOR SALE Seasoned Oak Bags $20 or 4 for $60 Larger quantities available.

903-486-5657

5. Hairstyle 8. Atomic #76 9. Guy (slang) 0. Ladies’ undergarments 2. Furniture with open DEER RIFLE helves Weatherby Vanguard, 3. Back-arc 7mm,basin Rim mag with a 4. Partner to flow Vortex 3x9 scope. Maple 7. A type of Stock horse and in excellent con8. Possesses dition. $900.00 9. Split pulses 903-227-5815 1. Small amount 2. Flat-bottomed riverboat 3. Not good 4. Atomic #31 5. Assist in committing a ime 6. Chauvinists 7. Get away 8. One of a people who peaks a Semitic language 9. Civil rights college ganization 0. Combustible dark rocks 4. Grocery container 7. Central nervous system

I’m not afraid of raw cookie dough.

Michael S. Evans Attorney for Robert Woods State Bar No.: 24057841 308 N. Center Street Bonham, Texas 75418 Telephone: (903) 640-4300 Facsimile: (903) 640-4344 Email: fannin.lawyer@gmail.com

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APARTMENT HOME MAINTENANCE

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Texoma Housing Partners (THP) is accepting applications for the position 12/24/24 of Apartment Home Maintenance.

Primary responsibilities include the repair, improvement and maintenance of residential duplexes and property. A working knowledge of one of the following trades: HVAC, plumbing or electrical is preferred. Must be able to perform physical and manual labor.

Position includes an annual salary of $41,600.00 plus Benefits to include, four (4) day work week, 401 (A) Retirement Plan, Paid Health and GAP insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off. Applications will be accepted Monday through Thursday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm until a sufficient pool of applicants has been received. Applications are available on the THP website at https://www.texomahousing.org and at the THP Maintenance Building located at 814 West 16th Street, Bonham Texas. For more information call 903-640-2042. THP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

FANNIN COUNTY EMPLOYMENT NOTICE

JOB TITLE: County Court at Law Bailiff SALARY: G4 BENEFITS: Vacation, Sick Leave, Holidays, Medical, Dental & Life Insurance, and 12/24/24 TCDRS Retirement.

VALUES: Professionalism, Integrity, Courtesy, and Community.

REQUIREMENTS: 1. Provides security and support functions to the Judge and staff.

2. Support functions include making arrests and executing warrants.

3. Maintains and secures the courtroom.

4. Maintains excellent public, staff and court relationships during the course of business.

5. Carries a firearm with legal authority to use it in proper circumstances and is charged with the responsibility of knowing when those circumstances are present.

6. Checks and updates court dockets prior to scheduled docket dates.

7. Performs occasional administrative duties such as answering the phone, preparing yearly budget, monitoring monthly budget, scheduling appointments for officials, picking up mail, review for threats, make distribution, preparing purchase orders, picking up items from supplier (Purchasing Dept.), and perform other related clerical duties.

8. Confirms active warrants and makes arrest. Follows the Code of Judicial Conduct.

9. Assists Court in obtaining and providing services relating to jury activities.

10. Performs other related duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Frequent sitting, standing, and walking. Occasional kneeling, crouching/stooping, twisting the upper body and utilizing upper and lower body strength movement.

APPLICATIONS: May be picked up at the Fannin County Auditor’s Office Monday – Friday, 8AM - 5PM., or online at www.co.fannin.tx.us

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FOR RENT Quiet country house on one acre. 3 bed / 2 bath, office/Den. Covered parking.

Continued from Pg. 13 Trees. $1,450/mo. + $1,450 deposit. Pets, $500 deposit.

STAPP TREE 994 CR 4700, Bonham.

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Dead Wood Removal, New baths, CH/A, Fenced Yard. $1600/mo.

Licensed and Bond- - - - - - - ed. Over 25 Years New 2 Bdrm Apt. Single Experience. Call 903- Story, Brick. All appliances. $985/mo.

583-7888. “Cheaper 903-227-0920 than the cheapest.

Give me a call, I can FOR SALE handle it all, guaran- 1007 Lynn St. Bonham. teed.”

3 bed / 1 bath. 1260 sq. ft.

Fenced back yard.

Call: 903-664-2689

REAL ESTATE NICE HOME FOR SALE! 120 Porter Cir. Savoy $154,900. w/ Lot, Fenced Spacious 3bed 2bath Call Kalena 214-478-8979 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.

BillBuysHouses.com Buying homes As Is Since ‘91.

Also buys lots, land & Manuf. Homes 214.478.8979 PINE RUN APARTMENTS Now taking applications for 1 & 2 bedroom apartments.

Please call 903-378-7146.

Christmas

“Seek & Find” Two Winners Shannon Loya Robyn Brannan

BONHAM SNAP

www.woundedwarriorproject.org

Monday 12-23-24 - Honey Glazed Ham*, Mashed Spiced Yams, Green Bean Casserole, Dinner Roll, Banana Pudding, 1% Milk, Margarine Tuesday 12-24-24 - Closed for Holiday Wednesday 12-25-24 - Closed for Holiday Thursday 12-26-24 - BBQ Chicken, Baked Beans, Medley Cabbage, Dinner Roll, Peanut Butter Cookie, 1% Milk Friday 12-27-24 - Swiss Steak, Parslied Rice, Spring Vegetables, Whole Wheat Bread, Fresh Fruit, 1% Milk 210 E. 6th St., Bonham, TX • Phone 903-583-8573

Bonham Best Storage (903)304-9995

2624 N. Center St. bonhambeststorage.com NEW

A long ago letter home from E.C. Parker, Jr. to his family at Christmas.

E.C. Parker, Jr. was born in 1920. He grew up in Ector and graduated from Bonham High School in 1938.

His family reads his letter every Christmas as a treasured tradition.

12 x 50 Covered RV / Boat Storage 24/7 Gate access

9/10/24

1400 N Center St. Suite 100 Bonham, Texas 903-304-5808 www.horatiodental.com greatsmile@horatiodental.com

Now Hiring:

Dental Assistant & Officer Manager needed.

Apply in office or by email.

- Walk-ins Welcome - Family (Adult & Children) Dentistry - Extraction including Wisdom teeth removal - Implants - Crowns & Bridges - Root Canals including Molar Root Canal - Dentures including immediate dentures, implant support dentures, flexible denture, etc.

- Teeth Whitening - Nitrous Oxide sedation, etc.

- All Dental Emergency Services

OFFICE HOURS: 10:00am - 6:00pm (M-F), 9:00am - 2:00pm (Alternate Saturdays)

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!

Manna House Food Pantry When: Tuesday • 1pm - 5pm.

Where: 914 S. 5th St. Bonham (across from Calvary Baptist Church.) For more information: 903-583-3910

Fannin County Community Ministries

Food Pantry Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 8:00am - 11:45am 1022 FM 273 BONHAM TX 75418

903-583-3663