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Bonham, TX -- The Seventh Annual Captain Tim La Vergne Sr. Memorial Blood Drive will be hosted by the Bonham Police Department, The La Vergne Family, and the Texoma Regional Blood Center at the City of Bonham Council Chambers on Friday, February 16th-17th, 2022, from 9:00am - 4:00pm.

Captain Tim La Vergne Sr. joined the Bonham Police Department on October 16th, 1982.

During those years he served as a Communications Officer, Patrol Sergeant, 9-1-1 Coordinator for the city and county, City of Bonham’s Emergency Management Coordinator, Liaison/Coordinator for Hurricane Katrina Shelter, Sex Offender Officer, and BPD IT Support Technician/Webmaster Officer. In 2006, Captain La Vergne was awarded the Public Servant of the Year by the Bonham Area Chamber of Commerce. In 2007, the men and women of the Bonham Police Department proudly selected him as the Police Officer of the Year.

The Bonham Police Department, and The La Vergne Family

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have decided to honor the memory of this very dedicated servant that was known to go above and beyond the call of duty both to the police department and his community by hosting an annual memorial blood drive each year on or near his final call of service.

During his lifetime, Tim was an Endowed Member in the following Masonic Bodies: Constantine Lodge No. 13, Bonham Chapter No. 52, Bonham Council No. 37, Denison Commandery No. 24, Indivisible Friends Commandery No. 13, Dallas Scottish Rite, North Texas York Rite College No. 118, Rose of Sharon Council No. 49, and Royal Order of Scotland. He was the Webmaster for Constantine Lodge, Bonham York Rite Bodies, Denison Commandery, North Texas York Rite College, North Texas Priory, Rose of Sharon Council, Col. William B. Travis Council, Texas Priory, and Dallas Chapter & Council. In addition, Tim has been the Editor of the following newsletters from 2003-2008: The Masonic Informer-Constantine Lodge, the York Rite Journal-

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If Captain Timothy M. “Tim” La Vergne’s life could be summed up in a word – it would be service. Whether it be to his family, his profession, his community or the Masonic Bodies of which he was a dedicated member, he gave unselfishly 100%. The Bonham Police Department, and The La Vergne Family wants to help continue his legacy of saving lives by encouraging blood donations.

If you would like to give, please stop by these locations: 1) Texoma Regional Blood Center (3911 Texoma Pkwy, Sherman, TX 75090) 2) Bonham City Hall (514 Chestnut, Bonham, TX 75418) *If you would like to give in his honor and cannot make it to this drive, please let the staff know during any drive hosted by TRBC during your screening.

For more information about the Texoma Regional Blood Center, go to www.texomablood.org.

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There were also changes to the Courthouse Commissioner Precinct 2 territory; the precinct was reduced Rededication Voter Registration Certificates to limit the amount of residence Ceremony will go into the mail in the com- represented, therefore households ing weeks. There are some previously in the northeastern changes county-wide and some part of Commissioner Precinct 2 changes that are voter specific. have been redistricted into ComFannin County was re-districted missioner Precinct 4. The law out of Sen. Bob Hall’s District requires a county commissioner - State Senate District 2 to Sen. represent no more than 10% of Bryan Hughes, State Senate Dis- the voters compared to that of the trict 1. There was also a change other commissioner precincts.

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Kori has resided in Bonham since she was born and we knew early on we wanted to start a family in this area. We have a two-year-old daughter named Maggie that loves going to Boyd and has since she was 2 weeks old. Student ministry is something that has been mentioned to me for quite some time, since I

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was a teenager actually. God led me through a series of life events that led to this personal calling on mine and my family’s heart. I intend to lead our students by the Holy Spirit and create a unified, accountable, spirit enriched group of teens that need-toknow God’s love for them and know that they have someone to walk alongside

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Having been brought to this area in 2018 by Boyd Baptist Church’s associate pastor to be a resource for the church, Grief Share initially began in 1998 in North Carolina and is today an international organization with thousands of grief recovery support groups across the United States and around the world. Carolyn stressed, that though the group meets at Boyd Baptist Church and features biblical concepts for healing from grief, it is nondenominational and open to all needing help in recovering from the loss of a loved one.

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While discussing the Grief Share meetings there was another thing these three friends agreed on, and that was how comforting it is to meet with other people who are experiencing the same struggles you are experiencing and know you’re not alone.

Carolyn explained during our interview, how Grief Share is a video-based support group and described how there are approximately 45 experts in the organization ranging from licensed psychologists, certified grief therapists, pastors, authors, professors, psychiatrists, theologians, and trauma counselors who co-produce brief video seminars viewed during the two-hour ses-

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sions. A video will cover grief and recovery topics with expert interviews using real-life case studies and dramatic re-enactments.

Once viewed, there is then a group discussion on the contents of the video and a time to share what is going on in your own life. After the meeting, you’re encouraged to take home your workbook where you can put in writing how you feel about the subjects discussed. Your workbook “homework” can then be shared and discussed at the next meeting or not. It is strictly up to the discretion of the participant whether they care to share their thoughts on any topic. As she explained the process, I couldn’t help but ponder on how it is actually a classroom to help you learn how to maneuver this segment of your life and how the others in attendance basically become your classmates. The leaders are known to field questions and just lend an ear when needed.

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¼ c. butter, softened 1 tsp. vanilla 3 tsp orange juice (or orange zest) ¼ c, heavy cream (as needed) 3 - 3 ½ c, powdered sugar Additional nuts for garnish

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Liberally grease a 9x13 metal pan with cooking spray.

In a large bowl, whisk together the pineapple and eggs until combined.

Whisk in the sugars, oil and vanilla, followed by the dry ingredients until batter comes together. Fold in nuts, carrots and raisins until combined.

Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool completely.

In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream together the cream cheese, butter and vanilla until combined and fluffy, about 1 minute. Beat in the orange juice or zest and gradually add in the powdered sugar, about one cup at a time, until mixture is light and fluffy, streaming in the heavy cream as needed. (just until the icing is the consistency that is preferred) Spread the frosting evenly over the cake and sprinkle with remaining chopped nuts.

Tip: I prefer to make in a metal pan instead of glass because it seems to cook differently.

If you prefer walnuts over pecans, then throw them in.

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quiet time with the Lord this past week, I was reminded that we live in a fallen world. Since this is true, we can expect to face trials of many kinds.

We are taught that none of us are immune. In James 1:2 we are encouraged to count it a time of joy when we do. The writer is sharing with us that the difficulties have a way in helping us to grow in spiritual maturity.

During the month of February I will be suggesting some ways that we can be overcomers, even as Jesus has overcome the world.

My story today presents at least three of the most

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is a 13-week program that lasts for 2 hours each week. There are two available schedules with a group meeting on Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. to accommodate those who prefer evening hours and on Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for those who prefer daytime. The cost involved in signing on for

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Noting that he felt immediate help when he managed to get himself to that first meeting, George, who had been married twenty-five years when his wife passed away last year, said that though he has a way to go in the process, he is very thankful for the help he has received. Carolyn advised that there are two

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The writer of Hebrews 12:12-13 shows our human weakness in such physical terms as beings who have weak hands, feeble knees, and lame feet.

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In John 16:33 (NKJV) says “In the world you have tribulation, but be of good cheer. I have overcome the world.”

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times during the year these sessions are offered, in the Spring and the Fall. Though there are no summer sessions, as a result of the friendships formed during the Fall and Spring meetings, this summer many of the participants managed to meet around once a month to share a meal at one of the local restaurants.

To learn more about the “Grief Share Support Group” meeting in Fannin County, you are encouraged to call the Boyd Baptist church office at 903-583-7288 or go online to www.griefshare.org.

Also, Carolyn noted that during the 11:00 a.m. service at Boyd Baptist Church, Sunday, February 6th, George and Debbie will be doing a presentation about the services provided by the Grief Share Group for all who attend.

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Fannin County Republican Women

Press Release - Fannin County Republican Women (FCRW) will be meeting Monday, February 7, 2022.

Fannin County Judge, Randy Moore will be the guest speaker. Judge Moore will speak about the progress of our beautiful, new courthouse and the goals for our county in 2022. The public is welcome and invited to attend! The FCRW meeting

will begin at 5:30 p.m. with a meet and greet portion of our gathering where members will bring a covered dish to share. The meeting with program begins at 6:00 p.m. and concludes at 7:15 p.m. Our meeting location is the Family Life Center, 200 W. 8th Street, Bonham, Texas.

“Caring for America” is an ongoing project of the FCRW. At this meeting we

will accept kitchen trash bags, paper towels and paper plates for Open Arms Homeless Shelter located in Bonham. Please bring any contribution to participate in this community service project.

Each meeting the FCRW have a silent auction dessert that is made by one of our members. Don’t miss out on this awesome opportunity to take home a delicious treat!

Elvis Presley Fan Club

Would you like to join the Elvis Presley Fan Club to visit with other fans and take part in the activities?

The fan club was estab-

lished in 2007 by two avid fans, Belinda Holland and Cerena Shepherd. Recognized in 2008 as the “Elvis Lives Texas Style” club

by Elvis Presley Enterprises Inc. Memphis, Tenn.

The purpose of the “Club is making charitable contributions such as clothes, school supplies, food items, CASA Teddy Bears, gifts and Christmas items for the homeless.

Regular meetings are held every other month with yearly dues of $10. Anyone wishing to attend a meeting as a

visitor or get information, please contact Betty Evans, 903-453-4163 betty.elvis35@yahoo.com Cathy Gilbert – 903-4562623

Many people think of Alzheimer’s disease as something that happens only to older people. Unfortunately, that’s not the truth.

Younger Onset Alzheimer’s affects people under the age of 65. Many of these people are in their 40’s and 50’s.

Younger Onset can manifest itself in any of the three stages of Alzheimer’s disease: early, middle or late.

Most people living with Younger Onset have what’s called sporadic Alzheimer’s, the most common form of the disease.

The reason why most cases of Younger Onset appear at a relatively young age are not well understood. Likewise, getting an accurate diagnosis can be very frustrating. The disease affects individuals differently and symptoms can vary from person to person. Doctors and other health care providers generally don’t search for Alzheimer’s in younger people.

If there are symptoms they may be misdiagnosed as stress. Different professionals may come to conflicting diagnoses.

It’s important to note that the disease is not a one size fits all.

If you are experiencing memory problems you should get a comprehensive medical evaluation with a physician specializing in Alzheimer’s. A thorough medical exam and possibly cognitive tests may be required, as well as a neurological exam and/or brain imaging. Your local Alzheimer’s Association can provide you with a referral. Be sure and keep an accurate log of any cognitive difficulties or symptoms of memory loss you can show your provider.

Finally, there is no single one test that will confirm the presence of Alzheimer’s disease. Only a full and comprehensive medical evaluation can lead to a diagnosis.

The sooner you have an

accurate diagnosis, the sooner you can begin planning what you can do to ease the impact on you and your family throughout the course of the disease. Call our 24/7 Helpline anytime: 1.800.272.3900.

Meanwhile, you can always get the latest information about the Association’s COVID-19 guidelines for Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers in long-term or community-based care settings here: https://alz.org/ professionals/professionalproviders/coronavirus-covid-19-tips-for-dementiacaregivers

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Pilgram Rest Baptist Church 703 Agusta St. Trenton, Texas

Episcopal Ivanhoe Baptist Church 4063 NO.FM 273 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 (903)583-2359 Holy Trinity Episcopal Church 623 Star Allen’s Point Baptist Church 310 CR Street (W 7th & Star Street) Lamasco Baptist Church 346 CR 2615 903-583-7112 2775 Honey Grove, TX 75446 903Telephone, Texas 75488 903-664-2454 378-7038 The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Landmark Missionary Baptist Church Bailey Bible Baptist Church 1409 W. Market St. Honey Grove, Texas The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter205 Leslie Bailey, Texas 75413 day Saints, Bonham 1540 S Hwy 78 75446 (903) 378-7835 (903) 851-4954 Bethlehem Baptist Church “The House Little Bethel Baptist Church of Bread” 1415 Franklin Avenue, Lutheran Bonham, TX 7541 Office: 903-583-8061 PO Box 63 Ladonia, Texas 75449 Phone (903)367-7708 St. James Lutheran Church 14394 Bois D’Arc Creek Cowboy Church E FM 1396 Windom Tx 75492 Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Rt 1 Box Hwy 121 & Edhube Road Phone:903-378-7116 101B, PO Box 73, Ladonia, Texas Phone 903-583-1671 Methodist 75449 Phone (903)367-7009 Boyd Baptist Church 3707 St. Hwy. 78 N Bonham, Texas Phone (903) 583-7288 New Zion Baptist Church 627 County Road First Congregational Methodist Church corner of Hwy 121 and W 13th St. PO Box 1265 Bonham, TX 75418 903-961-2027 386 Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-7380 Calvary Baptist Church 913 S. 5th St

Duplex Baptist Church 313 CR 2102 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-664-3175 Ector Baptist Church P.O. Box 248 Ector, Texas 75439 (903) 961-2175

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Corinth Baptist Church 277 CR 1150 North of Bonham on Highway 78 903 583 2750

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

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Christian Chapel CME 1005 West Market St. Honey Grove, Tx 75446 Ravenna Baptist Church 100 Elm Street 903-378-3518 Ravenna, Texas 75476 Ector United Methodist Church 401 Church St. Ector, Texas 75439 Rising Son Cowboy Church 1526 CR 2010 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-640-3377 (214) 728-3549 First United Methodist Church of Leonard 206 N. Main / PO Box 218 Leonard, TX 75452 903-587-3463

Sandy Baptist Church Ravenna, Texas 75476 (903) 583-9546 Seventh & Main Baptist Church 617 N. Main Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-8679

First United Methodist Church of Trenton 211 North Second Street @ Hunt Trenton, TX 75490 903-989-2378

Sovereign Grace Baptist Church 601 S. First United Methodist Church of Bon4th St. Bonham, TX 469-207-1141 ham 801 Star Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-3314 Telephone Baptist Church located on FM 273 in Telephone Office phone: 903-664-2377

Elwood Baptist Intersection of CR 2125 Primera Iglesia Baustia Hispana 1134 FM and CR 2544 near Ivanhoe, Texas 273 Bonham, Texas 75418 903-583-5727 Faith Independent Baptist Church Trinity Baptist Church 219 W. Denison 12676 W Hwy 82 Savoy, Tx 75479 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-3388 903-965-5517

Grove Hill Methodist Church 5501 FM 1553 Leonard, TX 75452 Marvin United Methodist Church Office Phone 903-364-2411 FM 898 E Whitewright, Texas

Mulberry United Methodist Church, Valley Creek Baptist Church 3615 FM 5638 FM 274, Ravenna, TX 75476, 896, Leonard, TX 75452 903-587-2386 phone 1-888-311-8508

First Baptist Church of Bailey PO Box 221 Bailey, Texas 75413 (903)583-4793 First Baptist Church of Bonham 710 N. Center Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-8519 First Baptist Church of Dodd City PO Box 47 Dodd City, Texas 75438-0047 (903)583-4465

Westside Baptist Church 1500 West Main Honey Grove, Texas 75446 903378-3468 West Shady Grove Baptist Church 13665 East Line Road Trenton, TX Windom Baptist Church PO Box 1026 Windom, TX 75492 (903) 623-2215

McKenzie United Methodist Church in Honey Grove 700 N. 6th St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 903-378-2315 Windom United Methodist Church 207 Second Street PO Box 936 Windom, TX 75492 940-390-0146

Pleasant Grove CME Church box 34 Ladonia TX 75449 Hwy 64 903-367-7870 Wild Horse Creek Cowboy Church First Baptist Church of Honey Grove PO Box 124 Honey Grove, Texas 75446 2992 CR 2285 Telephone, Texas 75488 Nazarene 903-486-1630 (903)378-2768 Bonham Community Church 347 FM Catholic 273 Bonham, TX 228-563-0423 First Baptist Church of Ladonia 301 East Main Ladonia, Texas 75449-100 St. Elizabeth Catholic Church corner of 10th & Maple Bonham, TX office Non-Denominational (903)367-7038 903-583-7734 Golden Gospel Church 4435 County First Baptist Church of Leonard 100 Church of Christ Road 2610 in Bonham, Texas East Thomas St. [PO Box 1146] Church of Christ Leonard, Texas 75452 (903) 227-8527 Leonard, TX 75452 (903) 587-2250 (903) 587-2229 First Baptist Church of Pecan Gap Ector Church of Christ Hwy 56 & Cedar PO Box 100 Pecan Gap, Texas 75469 St. Ector, Texas 903.965.4398 (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

Honey Grove Church Of Christ - 403 W. Main St. Honey Grove, TX 75446 903-227-2606

Ivanhoe Church of Christ P.O. Box 322290 CR 2040 Ivanhoe, TX 75447 Katy Blvd Church of Christ 411 Katy Blvd Bonham, TX 75418 706-294-5996 Midway Church of Christ Hwy 56 W Bonham 903 583 3989

First Baptist Church of Trenton PO Box 157 Trenton, Texas 75490 (903)989-2319

Northside Church of Christ 2020 N. Center Bonham, Texas 75418 (903)583-3484 First Fannin Baptist Hispanic Church Rt. 4 Box 10 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-5727 Savoy Church of Christ P.O. Box 212 Savoy, (903) 965-7344 Gober Baptist Church P.O. Box 82 Wolfe City, Texas 75496 (903) 583-2378

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Bonham Living Word Church of God- 699 E Hwy82 Bonham,TX 75418 Phone: (903) 583-5655

Gathering Tine Cabin Ministry 487 CR 2105 Ivanhoe, TX Bro. Abe Ogea Pastor 903-449-0180

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

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First Presbyterian Church of Bonham 818 N. Main St. Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-2014 First Presbyterian Church of Leonard 112 W. Thomas St. Leonard, Texas 75452 (903) 989-2771 Main Street Presbyterian Church P.O. Box 188 or 504 E. Main St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 (903) 739-2567

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

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Fannin County Commissioners Court – The Move to the Courthouse Nears

By Rose Schwartz

2/16/21 County Judge Randy Moore

Tuesday, January 25, 2022,

called to order at 9:00 a.m. the Regular Meeting of the

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Fannin County Commissioners Court. A quorum was established as all County Commissioners and County Judge were present. After noting quorum, Judge Moore shared information he received from Jim Ellison with TAC (Texas Association of Counties,) that a commissioner attending court via zoom or a phone without there being a video image of them being viewed by everyone in the court, cannot officially vote on motions made. The invocation was led by Pastor Robert Eades of the United Pentecostal Church in Savoy.

Pledges were led by Carolyn Rogers and Shonda Magness.

4. Introductions: There were no introductions 5. Discussion, consideration, and action regarding Courthouse Renovation: Judge Moore read the update as follows: EXTERIOR – Complete exterior outlets and lighting in sidewalks; Install Decomposed Granite around the building; Pour

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ing and mow strip; Prep for final concrete pour on the South side; Start irrigation; Prepare to start parking lot demo and stabilization. INTERIOR – Install millwork trim, casings, and extensions; Final finish on wood on 3rd level; Stain wood on 2nd level; Install Acoustic plaster in courtrooms; Install metal curved ceiling panels on 1st and 2nd level; Paint air grills to match walls; Install remaining plumbing, water heater, ready for final inspection; Install outlets on 3rd and remaining lighting; Received wood flooring for 2nd and 3rd level.

6. Discussion regarding EMS monthly report for December 2021: Bonham Fire Chief Scott Ridling began his report noting his gratefulness for being Covid free after having endured two rounds of the virus (he is vaccinated and noted his last case was mild.) He stated from October 1 to the end of December there were 1,168 calls with 364 being from December. He noted they have been having to go a little further in finding hospitals for patients. He also noted they are fully staffed less a few employees out for Covid. He explained how typically there is a profit loss at the beginning of the budget year but does expect to catch up around halfway through the year.

7. Discussion, consideration, and action to set a Public Hearing on February 8, 2022, at 8:40 a.m. to hear comments regarding an Order Designating Parcel ID #70807, 10.57 acres, as a Reinvestment Zone eligible for tax abatement: Judge Moore explained how this is strictly for setting up a reinvestment zone hearing. Commissioner Lane made the motion to approve

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with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion and the motion passed.

8. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve minutes from 01/11/2022 (S), 12/28/2021 (R), and 10/05/2021 (R): Motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve the minutes with Commissioner Lane seconding the motion on the condition that a correction be made to the name of the District Attorney shown in item #8 on 12/28/2021. The correction was agreed upon and the motion was passed to approve.

9. Discussion, consideration, and action regarding time capsule contents: Judge Moore explained how Fannin County Auditor Alicia Whipple, Commissioner Lane, his Administrative Assistant Lisa Loiselle, Sherry Zindars from the auditor’s office, and himself met to review all the proposed content ideas they had received.

He said after that meeting, he decided to give it till the next Commissioners Court on February 1st to notify the commissioners of the final decision made on what will be placed in the time capsule.

Anyone wishing to have their proposals considered should be advised to have their ideas/items turned into Alicia Whipple by Monday, January 31st at 4:30 p.m. A discussion ensued with suggestions from various citizens about what should go into the capsule and the type of paper and plastic that will last 100 years. (acid-free heavyweight paper & archival plastic.) A citizen from the Tulip community suggested info about the Kueckelhan Rodeo be included with a packet of Bois D’Arc Apple seeds to represent the heritage of Fannin County.

Judge Moore concluded the discussion on the note that

citizens get their proposals to Ms. Whipple by no later than 4:30 p.m. Monday, January 31st.

10. Discussion, consideration, and action to move $25,600.00 CTIF Grant from (210-330-2200) to R&B Materials, asphalt/ road oil (210-621-3440): Commissioner Lane explained this was to move money to the area it needed to be spent in and made the motion to move it with Commissioner Self seconding the motion and motion passed.

11. Discussion, consideration, and action to move $124.67 from Refunds and Miscellaneous (210-3701300) to R&B Materials, hardware/lumber (210621-3430): Commissioner Lane explained how this money was from an insurance claim she had filed when a motorist hit and destroyed a county sign. She made the motion to move the money with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion and the motion passed.

12. Discussion, consideration, and action regarding building a break room for Precinct 3 employees; cost not to exceed $3,500.00 [$2,000.00 from line 230623-4300 (R&M Building) and $1,500.00 to be moved from 230-623-4900(Miscellaneous)]: This item was passed on.

Continued See Commissioners on page 9

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13. Discussion, consideration, and action to hire a moving company for up to two (2) days to move file boxes from departments to the Courthouse; $100.00 per hour plus truck rental fee: Fannin County Purchasing Agent Michelle Case spoke on this and after a discussion ensued regarding specifics on what will be needed for the move and what would be required of the movers, a motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve with Commissioner Self seconding the motion and motion passed.

14. Discussion, consideration, and action to use funds from Contingency or CARES funding to repair the vehicle for Constable, Precinct 3 for the quoted amount of $1,665.36: Judge Moore explained how this was a Sheriff’s vehicle that is now being used by the constable and needed mechanical work to be brought up to mechanic’s standards. He stated his opinion for the funds to be taken out of the CARES acct. Commissioner Magness agreed and made the motion to use funds from the CARES fund for the needed repair work with Commissioner Self sec-

onding the motion and the motion passed.

15. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve payment of bills: Motion was made, seconded, and passed to approve the payment.

16. Public Forum: There were no speakers for Public Forum.

17.

EXECUTIVE SESSION: Personnel Matters – a closed meeting will be held pursuant to Sec 551.074 of the Government Code for (1) deliberation of personnel matters regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or (2) to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee – regarding Environmental Development and Precinct 4 positions: Motion was made, seconded and passed to enter into Executive Session at 9:46 a.m. After some time, a motion was made, seconded, and passed to enter back into Regular Session at 10:06 a.m.

18. Discussion, consideration, and action regarding Personnel Executive Session: After returning from Executive Session, Commissioner Lackey made the motion to move Judy Cooper to precinct 4 effective today at 12:00 p.m. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Self and passed.

19. Comments by County Commissioners and County Judge: Commissioner Lane thanked all for coming, then commented on the SAR (search and rescue) training she and Alicia Whipple and others participated in this past Saturday at Lake Fannin. She reminded motorists to be patient with workers cutting tree branches along the roads and to please slow down as they pass and wished all a good week.

Commissioner Self thanked all for allowing him to serve the county and wished all a good week.

Commissioner Magness echoed Commissioner Lane’s request for consideration for road crews and appealed to the public to be aware of any they see dumping trash off the roads and bridges.

Commissioner Lackey commented on the Rededication Meetings his committee has been having for the Courthouse Rededication Festivities and said he should have information to share with the Commissioners Court next week and thanked all for coming.

Judge Moore began by restating that DSHS (Texas Department of State Health Services) has changed their reporting system and he is not able to give an accurate number of active cases. He then noted the fatality rate has raised from 157 last

week to 159 this week and the hospitalization rate is currently 25.92% that includes Collin County and the Dallas Metroplex area. He clarified further that the Fannin County hospitalization rate is at 14.81%. He then mentioned a fire in Leonard that displaced five families and relayed Fannin County Emergency Coordinator Troy Hudson’s commendation for

the way Red Cross was able to swiftly get shelter for the families involved.

2/1/22 He called attention to the fact that there have been eight house fires since January 1 and urged caution for the citizenry. He said they will visit the issue of burns next week and once again urged citizens to refrain from setting fires during dry windy periods. He then shared a letter he received

from a resident of Hail, Tx about their appreciation for the beauty of the restored Courthouse and the culture of Texas pride. He concluded his statement by noting that he was glad to hear positive comments as he too is glad for the good things going on in this county.

20. Adjourn: Motion was made, seconded, and passed to adjourn at 10:21 a.m.

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It would be an honor to serve as your next District Clerk.

Shonda Magness plans to: Constantly examine Prompt Customer Service effectiveness and seek better procedures. Develop and maintain communication with other elected officials and offices to better serve the 336th District Court and other courts. Clearly establish goals and expectations for Deputy Clerks and support with training. The office will remain open all day. Accountability to taxpayers.

Shonda Magness Testimonials:

“Shonda Magness has a strong work ethic. She’s worked hard and provided exceptional customer service for Fannin County through her position as Client Liaison for many years. I know she will bring her strong work ethic and professionalism to the Fannin County District Clerk’s Office.”

--County Judge Randy Moore

“The citizens of Fannin County rightfully expect great service from those we elect to our county offices. Establishing a professional environment and placing an emphasis on “customer first” core values is essential for the daily operations of any organization. With her experience working in the legal profession, Shonda Magness has the experience and leadership skills necessary to take the District Clerk’s Office to the next level. Through planning and collaboration with other county offices, Shonda will confront upcoming challenges by presenting creative and efficient means to address them. Not only should disruption of services not be tolerated, but efficiency in process should be demanded. I believe Shonda Magness has these qualifications and will deliver on our expectations.”

--Edwina Lane, Commissioner Precinct 1 – Fannin County “Ms. Magness has over 25 years’ experience in customer service and management. The District Clerk’s Office works closely with the District Attorney’s Office and with Judge Laurine J. Blake, 336th District Court. Shonda serves as a CASA volunteer at our Children’s Center of Fannin County. The leadership position of District Clerk is one for which Shonda is well qualified. This election is our opportunity to ensure we select the best person for the job and Shonda is that person.”

--Richard Glaser, Fannin County Criminal District Attorney

“Shonda listens to concerns of others and finds solutions in order to get the job done. Shonda is a professional who displays strong work values. She is warm and genuine and follows businesslike procedures to accomplish objectives.”

--Joyce Buchanan, Community Leader, Leonard, Texas.”

“We keep Texas strong when we have conservative, grassroots Republicans in office at all levels of government. Shonda Magness is a grassroots, conservative Republican. Shonda is the type of leader we need as Fannin County District Clerk.”

--Reggie Smith, Texas State Representative

“Shonda Magness’ name is familiar due to her being heavily involved in Fannin County, where she is a great asset to our community. Shonda has been directly involved with the City of Ladonia in her position as Area Manager as well as interfacing with the District Clerk’s Office. I have full confidence that she will represent the District Clerk’s Office with the same integrity as she provided to the City of Ladonia. Shonda is the best candidate for Fannin County District Clerk.”

--Jan Cooper, Mayor, City of Ladonia

“Shonda shares our values. She is in my Sunday School class.

Her work ethic is unrivaled. The taxpayers can count on Shonda to be at the office full time. She will give the public great customer service and support the District Court as Fannin County District Clerk.”

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We had a wonderful service in God’s house Sunday morning!

The Bible tells us in 1 Peter 2:21, “For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps.” God has called us to follow after Him in our lives.

He calls different people to serve Him in different ways.

He wants us to use the talents that He’s given us for His will and glorification. I’m once again drawn to the parable of the talents in Matthew chapter 25. Some of us are singers, preachers, teachers, and there are many other ways that the

Lord uses us in His calling. I thank God for the privilege of serving Him as a part of the ministry of our church.

For our hymn this week, I turn to the writing of Mrs. Cecil Frances Alexander. She wrote this classic hymn back in 1852.

Jesus calls us o’er the tumult of our life’s wild, restless sea; day by day his voice invites me, saying “Christian, follow me!” In our joys and in our sorrows, days of toil and hours of ease, still he calls, in cares and pleasures, “Christian, love me more than these.” Jesus calls us! In your

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The Scholarship Committee of the Beta Psi Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma is now accepting applications for the organization’s annual Recruitment Grant.

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Liberty Resources program provides counseling services to the youth as well as the parents. The focus is to improve outcomes for the family unit. Most of the time the services are provided in the home. Parents receive instruction on new or improved parenting techniques and coaching as the new techniques are applied in the home. The juvenile also receives counseling and support to address issues the juvenile is facing at the time.

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program for 5 years and it has been one of the most effective tools to assist rehabilitation of juveniles and support their families for us in Fannin County,” reported Director Caffee.

On hand for the presentation was the Fannin County Juvenile Board, which includes members County Judge Randy Moore, County Court at Law Judge Charles Butler, and Chairman of the Board, District Judge Laurine J. Blake. Additionally, probation officers Ashely Wilson and Landon Liebel were in attendance.

“I rely heavily on the support provided by Liberty Resources counselor Lindsey Pierce during the course of time a juvenile is on conditions of release from the court or placed on juvenile probation. The juvenile and parents of the juvenile benefit from the one-on-one counseling and guidance this program provides,” stated Judge Blake. “I’m grateful Texoma Health Foundation has taken this step to expand the beneficial serves Liberty provides us in Fannin County.”

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REQUIREMENTS: VALID TEXAS DRIVERS’ LICENSE; ALL APPLICANTS ARE SUBJECT TO A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, PHYSICAL, AND DRUG SCREEN. JOB TITLE: SHERIFF’S PATROL DEPUTY SALARY: $36,569.21 BENEFITS: Vacation, Sick Leave, Holidays, Medical, Dental & Life Insurance, and TCDRS Retirement.

VALUES: Professionalism, Integrity, Courtesy, and Community.

REQUIREMENTS: 21 years of age; current TCLEOSE Peace Officer’s certification, and valid Texas Drivers’ license. All applicants are subject to a criminal background investigation, physical, psychological evaluation, and drug screen.

APPLICATIONS: May be picked up at the Fannin County Sheriff’s Office Monday – Friday, 8AM - 5PM., or online at www.co.fannin.tx.us APPLICATIONS: May be picked up at the Fannin County Sheriff’s Office Monday – Friday 8AM – 5PM. DEADLINE: February 22, 2022 Fannin County Sheriff’s Office 2375 Silo Rd Bonham, TX 75418 www.fanninso.org

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address pay discrepancies and hardship requests, as well as equipment and living conditions.

Gen. Norris informed Sen. Hall of the Texas Military Department’s close collaboration with the Office of the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts to address issues with the state payroll system, and she made him aware that approximately 75 percent of pay discrepancies have been resolved, including back pay for those who have been paid inaccurate amounts.

Additionally, Sen. Hall learned that service members may utilize the 24/7 Texas Military Department pay hotline at 512-782-1234 to iron out any pay discrepancies.

Sen. Hall was also pleased to learn that out of more than 900 hardship requests received, approximately 75 percent have been granted.

Further,JOB Sen.TITLE: Hall was briefed DISPATCHER on theSALARY: constantly-evolving $27,399.03 situation on the ground, and Sick Le BENEFITS: Vacation, was given an &update on the and TC Dental Life Insurance, equipment situation.

ThouVALUES: Professionalism, In sands of vehicles and heavy Community. equipment, as well as ballistic REQUIREMENTS: VALID TEXA vests and plates, and weapons ALL APPLICANTS & ammunition, have been de-ARE SUBJ INVESTIGATI ployedBACKGROUND to the border region DRUG since the startSCREEN. of Operation Lone Star.

JOB TITLE:ofSHERIFF’S PATRO “I’m appreciative the major undertaking the state SALARY: at$36,569.21 level toBENEFITS: support the 10,000+ Vacation, Sick Le personnel working fill the and TC Dental & LifetoInsurance, gap where the federal governVALUES: Professionalism, In ment has failed,” Sen. Hall Community. said. “I’m confident in the21 years of REQUIREMENTS: Texas Legislature’s recent Peace Officer’s certification, a investment in border security applicants and I license. vow to All continue sup- are subjec investigation, physical, psycho porting efforts by the Texas drug screen.

Military, as well as the Texas APPLICATIONS: May be picked Department of Public Safety, Monday as theySheriff’s maintainOffice a steel cur- – Friday, tain ofwww.co.fannin.tx.us protection along our southern border.”

Gen. Norris briefed Sen. Hall APPLICATIONS: May be picked on the status of base camp up- – Friday Sheriff’s Office Monday grades,DEADLINE: and continued work 22, 2022 February with military vendors to improve Fannin living conditions for County Sheriff’s Office service members during this 2375 Silo Rd Bonham, TX 7541 extended deployment. www.fanninso.org As a military veteran, and a member of the Senate Committee on Border Security, Sen. Hall understands the unprecedented nature 2/1/22 of the response to the declared disaster on our southern border. He fully supports Gen. Norris and the Texas Military Department’s efforts to stem the flow of cartel members, drugs, gangs, and human trafficking into our state.

The Texas Military Department reports approximately 100,000 illegal migrants have been apprehended or referred to our partner federal and state law enforcement agencies, more than 9,000 individuals attempting to enter Texas illegally have been returned to Mexico, regular drug and weapons seizures are occurring, and border barrier construction continues.

More information about the Texas Military Department’s Operation Lone Star deployment can be found here: https://tmd.texas.gov/settingthe-record-straight-on-operation-lone-star

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DEBRA SUSAN HARDY

Funeral Services for Debra Susan Hardy, age 50, of Ivanhoe, Texas were held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, January 24, 2022 at Telephone We think of you in silence, We often speak your Baptist Church in Telephone, Texas under the direction of Wise name, But all we have are memories, And your Funeral Home. Rev. Mickey picture in a frame.

Lyles officiated. Burial followed at Duplex Cemetery in Fannin County, Texas. Debra passed away Friday morning, January 21, 2022, Josephine B. Roberts, age lovingly surrounded by family at 105, passed away on January her home in Ivanhoe, Texas.

13, 2022 in Bonham, Texas.

Debra was born on March 13, 1971, in Dallas, Texas, the She was born to George daughter of Bobby Gene Roberts and Bertha Joan Pearce Herbert and Mary Martha Roberts. She graduated from Garland High School in 1989.

Brinkerhoff on July 14, 1916 Debra married Brian Neal Hardy on July 15, 1995, at Boyd in Tyler, Texas. Josephine Baptist Church in Bonham, Texas; their wedding day was one leaves her loved ones with year and a day after they had first met, according to Debra, unforgettable memories and they were married for 26 years prior to her passing. She and loving stories. She was a member of Telephone Baptist Church. Debra worked at will be sincerely missed Bailey Inglish for over twenty years as a head start teacher. by her loving family, devoted friends, and all the wonderful She dearly loved her students. Her absolute favorite thing to individuals who knew and loved her. do was to “burn the roads.” Debra loved to travel; Mexico For 43 years Jo Roberts was a teacher in Texas, beginning in being her favorite destination. But her dreams were granted Breckenridege, Texas, then in Tyler, in Beaumont and finally when, for their twenty-year wedding anniversary, Brian and in Richardson. In Beaumont, Jo switched entirely to a Latin Debra traveled to Europe and visited Italy. Debra was a loving curriculae, establishing third and fourth year Latin classes, as mother, wife, and friend. Memories of her will be cherished she did later in Richardson, Under Jo’s direction, Beaumont by all who knew her. She is preceded in death by her parents HS and then Richardson HS became both State and National and infant sons, Colton Russell Hardy and Carter Wade Hardy.

Champions in the Junior Classical League. Her primary focus Debra is survived by her husband, Brian Hardy of Ivanhoe, was on word study, using Amsel Greene’s Word Clues, and Texas; son, Hunter Lane Hardy of Ivanhoe, Texas; brother, under her tutelage many of her students achieved advance David Glenn Roberts and wife Tina of Tyler, Texas; sister, placement in their college courses. During her 100th Birthday Robin Reunard of Colbert, Oklahoma; nieces, nephews, Party in Bonham in 2016, over 56 former students and their extended family, and a host of friends. spouses, flying in from all over the US, and they joined the Pallbearers were Rusty Lyles, Joe Lyles, Justin Bankston, congregation of First Presbyterian Church Bonham to celebrate Monte Hardy, Larry Crane, and Bill South.

Jo Roberts. Many recounted their favorite “Jo”Crossword stories and Puzzle Online Sponsored guest register at By: www.wisefuneralhome.com toasted her with tributes. Randy Farber (1977) said that his favorite Latin conundrum was “Semper Ubi; Sub Ubi.” SANDRA L. graduated from Savoy High (Translated: Always where under where). White David Esmail School Class of 66. He served as (1978) quoted one of his favorite faux Latin poem: “O Sybilli, (PROCTOR)WWW HALL .GFCF .ORG Specialist 4th Class in the Army si ergo/Fortibus es in ero./O Nobili, demis trux./Savatis enim Bonham- Sandra L (Proctor) Security Agency during Vietnam causen dux.” (Translated: Oh see Billy, See them go/40 houses Facebook: Glaser-Family-Charitable-Foundation Hall, age 82, of Trenton, TX was War. Steve married Regina Lou in a row? Oh, No Billy, Them is trucks, see what’s in them: born on September 8, 1939 in (Jones) Bruce on March 9, 2001 cows and ducks) Charles Nutt simply wrote: “....our Beloved Burlington, KS to Gilbert A. and in Lamasco, TX and is a member Mrs. Roberts...was quite a lady, who impacted everyone she Vanina Edna (Wagaman) Proctor. of the Lamasco Baptist Church. taught.” Chris Stratton wrote: “Every once in a while, someone She passed away on Saturday, Steve enjoyed woodworking and comes along who is the right person for the job. Mrs. Roberts January 22, 2022 while at Texoma fishing; and was a maker of many was not only born to teach, but born to teach Latin.” Mrs. Medical Center Hospital in good things.

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She was Puzzle Sponsored By: Denison, TX. He is survived by his wife Regina deacon and Bible Scholar. But, Jo had a sly, wicked sense of Sandra married Evert Matthew Bruce of the home, children humor, and her favorite mock Latin aphorism was: “Illegitimi Hall in 1963 in Houston, TX. Angela Bruce, LeaAnn Vanderlei non carbonrundum est.” (Loosely translated: Don’t let the Together they enjoyed 58 years and husband Jason, and bastards grind you down.) of marriage. Sandra worked in Nickels and wife Emma; Josephine B. Roberts was preceded in in death by her husband memory of Conroe, TX as a secretary for an James grandchildren, Haylee McCord of 56 years, James Drane Roberts; parents, George H and Mary industrial filter company before and husband Ben, Hannah Brinkerhoff; brother William Jacob (Jake) Brinkerhoff; sister retiring. She enjoyed shopping Holcemback, Kristina Vanderlei, Dorothy Henrietta Brinkerhoff Ford; uncles, Joe Bieser and and collecting small knickknacks Sarah Vanderlei, and Danielle William E. McCorkle; aunt Bea Bieser; and a nephew Robert and is of the Catholic faith.

Vanderlei; great grandsons, G Ford.

She is survived by her husband, Zephyr Johnson and Juluis She will be lovingly remembered by son James David Roberts; Evert Hall of Trenton, TX and is McCord; sisters, Judy Anderson daughter Archana Mary Jo Roberts; Grandcat Corazon (Cory); preceded in death by her parents, and husband Wendall, and grand niece Stacey Ford McGlaun; grand nephew S. Glenn Gilbert and Vanina Proctor, Gaynelle Bramblett and husband Ford; and great great nieces CeCe Jordan, Marcelle Jordan, and siblings, Roy Proctor, Carl Russell; along with numerous Lauren Mullins, Kayla Ford Proctor, Gene Proctor, Dorothy nieces and nephews.

A service at the graveside will take place on Friday, February Proctor Watkinson, Joy Proctor He is preceded in death by his 4, 2022 at 3pm at Restland Memorial Park - 13005 Greenville Enright, Lucille proctor Beam and parents, brothers, Jim and Alan Ave., Dallas, Texas 75243 Mildred Proctor Adams.

Dale, and niece Sandy Goodwin.

Cremation arrangements are Funeral services were held at FRANK “BULLDOG” ELDEN PARRISH under the direction of Cooper2:00 pm on Saturday, January 29, PAID VERSION Bonham-Frank “Bulldog” Elden Parrish, age 62 of Dodd City, TX Sorrells Funeral Home Bonham, 2022 at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral was born on March 18, 1959 in Ventura CA to Frank Edgar Parrish TX. Home Chapel in Bonham, TX. and Thelma Lee (Jones) To convey condolences or sign Bro. Jeff Johnson officiated.

Adair. He passed away on an online registry please visit Interment followed at Lamasco Saturday, January 22, 2022 www.coopersorrells.com.

Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers at Texoma Medical Center were Ben McCord, Ryan Lee Hospital in Denison, TX. STEVEN “STEVE” Bruce, Ryan Pando, and Jonathon Frank served honorably in Pando, Scott Akers, Brian Gibson, LYNN BRUCE the United States Army from Jason Nichols, and Kirk Meek.

1981 to 1984. He worked To convey condolences or sign for Farris Concrete as a an online registry please visit truck driver before retiring. www.coopersorrells.com.

Frank was a loving father, and devoted grandfather.

He was always there if you needed him and is of the Baptist faith.

Frank is survived by his son, Cody Adair and wife CLUES ACROSS 17. Not the sea 46. Nowhere to be found Lisa of Dodd City, TX; 1. __ de Mornay, actress grandchildren, Ryan 47.Adair, Part of surgery (abbr.) 18. Small, faint constellation 8. Surrenders 22. Cabbage Tommy Fisher, 48.

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LORA HALLIE EDELHOUSER

2/1/22 Lora Hallie Edelhouser, 37, of Honey Grove, TX was healed and left her earthly home Friday January 21, 2022.

Lora’s loving, devoted family was by her side as her beautiful spirit was set free to soar to her heavenly home to be with her Savior and the loved ones who have gone before her.

Lora was born July 25, 1984 in Paris TX to parents Tony and Kathy Edelhouser of Honey Grove, TX. She became a member of First Baptist Church Honey Grove as a little girl.

She worked as a flight attendant for Southwest Airlines from 20072015 where she enjoyed seeing the country, meeting new and interesting people.

Lora is survived by her parents Tony and Kathy Edelhouser of the home; Sisters, Cindy Hitchcock and husband William (Hitch) of Caddo Mills; Sarah Cloud and husband Jr. of Durant OK;

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Nephews Branch and Reed Hitchcock of Caddo Mills; Grandmother Pat Edelhouser of Honey Grove.

Lora was passionate about spending time with her family and close friends. But her true joy came from being with her nephews Branch and Reed Hitchcock. Along with her many young cousins and friends. She would give everyone their own special nickname as a term of endearment. Lolo/Lala was the fun loving favorite “Aunt”. She will always have a special place in their hearts. She enjoyed spending time outdoors with her beloved and devoted German shepherd, Camo who remained at her side and watched over her.

She is preceded in death by her Grandfather, Don Edelhouser; Grandfather, E.J. (Jim) Markle; Grandmother, Mary Markle (PeePaw); Aunt, Denise (Niecey) Morris.

Cremation arrangements are under the directions of Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home, Honey Grove, TX. The family will celebrate Lora’s life with a private memorial at a TBD. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial gifts in memory of Lora Edelhouser be made to Honey Grove Church of Christ PO Box 44, Honey Grove, TX 75446 For online condolences please visit www.coopersorrells.com

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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.

KENNEL WORKER NEEDED Full time position. Must be able to live on premises.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE FANNIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT The Fannin County Commissioners’ Court will conduct a public hearing at a special meeting on February 8, 2022 at 8:40 A.M., in the Bonham City Hall Chambers, 514 Chestnut Street, Bonham, Texas to consider the application by BT MASROOR STORAGE, LLC to designate certain property located in Fannin County as a Reinvestment Zone eligible for property tax abatement under Chapter 312 of the Texas Tax Code. The property is intended for use as battery storage facility by BT MASROOR, LLC. The Reinvestment Zone is defined as Tax Parcel ID: 70807, Owner: Matt Masroor, Legal Description: A0064 R Bogart, Acres: 10.568, Property Coordinates: 33.563212, -96.200733. In determining whether to designate the Reinvestment Zone, the Commissioners’ Court will consider whether such designation would contribute to the retention or expansion of primary employment, or would attract major investment in the Zone that would benefit the land to be included in the Zone, and would contribute to the economic development of the County. All interested persons may appear and present testimony regarding designation of the Reinvestment Zone. A copy of the proposed Reinvestment Zone is available for public viewing at the County Judge’s office, located at 514 Chestnut Street, Bonham, Texas, during normal business hours. If further information is needed, please contact County Judge Randy Moore’s office at 903-583-7455.

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SPORTS SPORTS

Heading For Another: HG Warriors hoops contending for a 14-2A playoffs spot again

Junior Alex Fisk (5), freshman Levi Beavers (14), sophomore Kedran Leshaw (10), senior Jarvis Hill (2) and the rest of the Honey Grove Warriors listen to head coach Homer Garner (center) during a timeout on Dec. 14 during boys’ non-district basketball.

Junior Alex Fisk (5) competes for Honey Grove on Dec. 14 during boys’ non-district basketball, as (L to R) assistant Colton Lennon, freshman Brody Mahan (25) and senior Jarvis Hill watch in the background from the sideline.

Fisk earned an an All-District 14-2A honorable mention in 2021.

Honey Grove senior Jarvis Hill (2) focuses on the basket as he completes a drive during boys’ non-district basketball on Dec. 14. Hill earned an All-District 14-2A firstteam selection in 2021.

Sophomore Kedran Leshaw (10) plays defense against Leonard’s Brett Nix on Dec. 14 during boys’ non-district basketball. Both teams are vying in 2022 for postseason trips.

Story and photos

by Rich Hilliard HONEY GROVE -- A 5-7 record in 14-2A boys’ basketball last season earnerd Honey Grove’s Warriors the fourth and final district postseason berth.

Honey Grove advanced to the Region II-2A area round in 2021 -- upsetting 13-2A champion Alvord in its bi-district game.

Four first-half wins this season have the Warriors again in the thick of the race for one of the four available postseason berths in 14-2A boys’ basketball.

The 2022 boys’ basketball postseason is scheduled to start with bi-district play Feb. 21-22.

Note: Honey Grove defeated Tom Bean, 53-43, on Jan. 25 for its fifth district win.

Rebels’ Roundball Resurgence: Sam Rayburn boys contending for postseason hoops return in 2022 Story and photos

by Rich Hilliard

Sam Rayburn’s Clay Caldwell (21) drives to the basket on Nov. 22 during boys’ non-district basketball.

Sam Rayburn’s Drew Baker (2) controls the basketball on Nov. 22 during boys’ non-district action.

Sam Rayburn’s Riker Stewart (33) controls the basketball on Nov. 22 during boys’ non-district action.

UIL to release new districts for football, v’ball, hoops on Feb. 3

By Rich Hilliard

New University Interscholastic League district alignments for football, volleyball and basketball will be announced on Feb. 3 at 9 a.m. on www.uiltexas.org/alignments.

While no Fannin County schools will change classifications in the 2022-24 biennial realignment, enrollment decreases elsewhere will affect current local district groupings in the aforementioned sports.

Class 3A-I Bonham will

lose -- and 3A-II Leonard will likely regain -- Howe as a football district rival. Both Fannin schools will possibly retain Howe for district competition for other team sports both currently play.

Leonard will lose -- and 2A-I’s Trenton and/or Honey Grove may gain -- Whitewright as a football district rival. The Warriors have played Whitewright in nondistrict competition the last few seasons and in district play earlier this century.

Celeste will not be a district football opponent for either

Honey Grove or Trenton for the next two years, as the Blue Devils will drop into 2A-II. Either or both Fannin schools could retain Celeste in the other district sport -basketball -- all three play.

Celeste has been a district football opponent most recently for Honey Grove during the current football alignment and Trenton during the previous one.

District alignments for other team sports for 2022-24 will be announced later this school year.

IVANHOE -- It’s been almost four years since Sam Rayburn reached the Region II-2A quarterfinals in boys’ basketball.

Three district wins during the first half of District 14-2A boys’ basketball this season have made the Rebels a contender for a postseason return.

The district victory total already tops last year’s twowin effort in 14-2A play -which followed consecutive Second-year Sam Rayburn winless records for Sam head boys’ basketball coach Rayburn in its previous disJustin Tice directs the Rebels trict grouping. on Nov. 22 during boys’ nondistrict action.

Ex-Bonham s’ball slugger Shackelford to play 3B for Luna CC in New Mexico

By Rich Hilliard

The 2019 recognition came after Bonham adFormer Bonvanced to the area round, ham High School having its postseason run softball standout prematurely halted -- by Raegan Shackeventual Class 3A Stateelford will also champion Emory Rains. play third base for She received first-team Luna Community all-district notoriety in College in Las Ve11-4A and also shared the gas, New Mexico. offensive team MVP honShackelford had or in 2018, as the Lady nine home runs Warriors made their thirdand 42 RBI in consecutive Region II2020, before 4A quarterfinal advance.

COVID-19 trun- Bonham’s Raegan Shackelford slides safely As a freshman, she cated her senior into second base during a District 10-3A soft- earned an 11-4A secondseason -- as the ball opener at Whitewright on March 10, 2020 team all-district selecLady Warriors -- in what was the Lady Warriors’ last game of tion. had a 16-3 over- that season due to COVID-19.

Shackelford also in all record.

2019 helped the Bonham Photo by Rich Hilliard Entering 2020, volleyball program make she equated the its first regional quarterin 2019 from the Texas Sports Lady Warriors’ career leader in Writers Association, first-team final run since 2008 - extendhome runs (19), RBI (135) and all-district notoriety in 10-3A ing Gunter to five games in the slugging percentage (.763). and shared the team offensive third round match.

Shackelford garnered a Class most valuable player honor.

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Bois d’Arc Lake in the Home Stretch 4/27/21close to completion, includ-

Press Release - 2022 will be a momentous year for the Bois d’Arc Lake project. In the past four years, we’ve gone from final construction permit approval and groundbreaking to being close to opening and operating a reservoir with all the complex infrastructure required to deliver water to our North Texas communities.

Final work on the lake is

ing connection of the dam and spillway to the electric grid expected soon. The raw water pipeline installation is finished, and teams have installed about 85% of the treated water pipeline. We expect the remaining pipeline work to be done in the second quarter. The Leonard Water Treatment Plant has been undergo-

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ing testing of its facilities for a few months with the goal of being ready to treat and deliver water to drink and use by this summer.

This is an inspirational and historic milestone both for North Texas Municipal Water District and our entire region.

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Texas Parks & Wildlife, Fannin County Sheriff’s Office and the numerous community members who have been part of this extensive project.

Together with our Board of Directors, Member Cities and Customers, project staff and hundreds of skilled workers, we anticipate this project to finish on time and within budget.

During the coming year, we will share the success stories from those who worked hard to make this project a reality. We look forward to 2022 as a year of culmination and commemoration as we enter the home stretch of this historic project, which has been so many decades in the making. Now, it’s Mother Nature’s turn to bring the rainfall needed and fill Bois d’Arc Lake.

Bois d’Arc Lake fills up near finished FM 897 bridge and boat ramps service area at a critical time to meet current and future needs. Once in operation, the new water treatment plant and pipeline will expand our capabilities to serve more than 2 million people in our region with clean, reliable water for decades to come. When the lake is ready and safe to open for recreation, it will also offer new opportunities for fishing,

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As we look toward celebrating some of these major achievements, it’s important to recognize the many partners we have worked and collaborated with along the way. We are especially grateful for the coordination and support of the Texas Water Development Board, Fannin County, the City of Bonham,

Jenna Covington Executive Director North Texas Municipal Water District

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