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February Events at the Sam Rayburn House: Valentine’s Day Tours and Presidents’ Day Quiz

By Margo McCutcheon, Educator/Interpreter, Sam Rayburn House State Historic Site

This February at the Sam Rayburn House State Historic Site in Bonham, Texas, we are having special Valentine’s Day themed tours and a President’s

Day event!

Join us on Wednesday, February 14th at 2:00 p.m. to hear a special, guided Valentine’s Day tour about the Rayburn

family. This is different from our regular tours in that we will use oral histories and Rayburn biographies to discuss the love lives of the Rayburn family. This includes the familial love they had with one other, Sam Rayburn’s marriage to Metze Jones, and the love their friends had for the Rayburns.

Regular tour rates apply for these two special tours. Reservations are not required to join these tours, but space is limited, so contact us if you want to make sure that you get to hear these rarely discussed stories!

On Saturday, February 17th, we are having our Hands on History: Presidents’ Day activity from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Test your knowledge of the presidents Sam Rayburn worked with by taking part in a special quiz game! Participation

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The Sam Rayburn House is open from Tuesday – Saturday from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

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Elect KYLE SHAW For Judge

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“Kyle came to my office with intentions of running for District Judge. He explained his years of experience with criminal law and jury trials. Kyle also told me what he thought a District Judge’s job is and how his office will be run. But most importantly, Kyle advised me how the relationship between his office, the District Attorney’s office, the Defense, Local Law enforcement and the victims of crimes would be one of his top priorities. I was on the same page with everything Kyle presented and believe he is the best choice to serve our county. I proudly endorse Kyle Shaw for Fannin County District Judge.”

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Fannin County Commissioner, Precinct One

Appointed 5 months ago by Fannin County Judge, Newt Cunningham

Accomplishments to Date:

• For first time in years a full team of six dedicated workers for our roads • Working on all our roads, not just a select few • New mowing equipment for roads • Long term fix on CR 2015 – not just throwing money away after each rain • Many roads that had not been graded in years have been addressed • Keeping the public informed with weekly articles • Soliciting feedback on culverts that need work and fixing them • Proposal implemented to pay our sheriff’s deputies that were losing vacation time

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Proven background in our local community to enrich all our citizens’ lives • Executive Director: The Bonham Area Chamber of Commerce for nine years o Directed hundreds of events to promote our community and businesses o Finances were online for everyone to see where money came from and went o Managed the complex concurrently • Manager: The Fannin County Multipurpose Complex for the past eleven years o The Complex receives no county or city taxpayer money to operate o Help support numerous local organizations and charities for free • Writer: The Fannin County Leader for two years o Terrific way to learn what is important to the citizens of our community

Projects involved in as an individual on the local level • Work with a previous county judge to balance the budget • The Bonham Animal Shelter • The Open Arms Shelter in Bonham

I am asking for your vote during early voting and on March 5th so we can continue with our slogan “On the Road to Recovery” for Precinct One. I have just started on what we can accomplish and based on my past proven experience in our community I can assure you we will complete the process.

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Paris District Road Report for Feb. 5, 2024 Paris -- Here’s a look at work planned in Fannin and Grayson Counties for the week starting Feb. 5, 2024.

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

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

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

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

CR 1020 at Caney Creek. CR 1020 at Caney Creek is closed to through traffic to allow for replacement of the bridge. During the closure, traffic is asked to use CR 1030 as a detour.

SH 78, from FM 68 to FM 1629. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews perform potholing and blade leveling on the roadway.

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

FM 816, from SH 78 to Hunt County Line. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews perform potholing and blade leveling on the roadway.

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FM 1491, from SH 78 to Simmons Street. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews overlay cold mix on the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

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While I know first hand that no one is perfect (Romans 3:10), many have asked for my thoughts on who was the best qualified for various offices in the Fannin County Area. I implore you to research and ask questions of the various candidates. Here are some of the candidates I will support. I believe these people will do a great job for Fannin County.

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Holy Trinity Episcopal Church Notification

Press Release - Holy Trinity Episcopal Church invites you to join us for Shrove Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at 5:30pm in the Parish Hall.

We celebrate Shrove Tuesday (February 13th) with a pancake dinner the day before Ash Wednesday. We celebrate Lent as the season of the 40 days and 40 nights our Lord spent in the wilderness. As Episcopalians, we will focus on drawing closer to God with an emphasis on prayer and simplicity. The word shrove is a form of the English word shrive, which means to give absolution for someone's sins

by way of Confession and doing penance. Thus Shrove Tuesday was named after the custom of Christians to be "shriven" before the start of Lent. Originally, it was a service of confession. This has largely been omitted in modern practice, where it has been replaced with a subdued celebration before the austerities of Lent.

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Fannin County Precinct One 3/30/21

Road Work updates for Week ending 2/8/2024 As commissioner, I plan to let you know every week what we accomplished the week before in regards to our slogan "On the road to Recovery". As citizens, you expect us to be out working daily in the precinct and bringing our county roads back up to at least a minimum standard.

The weather has cooperated over the past week and we have been able to accomplish quite a bit on the worst roads after the cold and rain. Busy

ees this week, Amanda Agee.

Amanda has worked as a grader operator for the past few months and we get calls about how well she does her job. She is extremely conscientious about doing a good job and will take the initiative to fix a problem without being asked.

She has no problems in picking up brush or clearing out culverts on days the graders cannot be on the roads. Please thank her if you see her on the road.

Please email me at dmcqueen@fanninco.net if you have a culvert that is crushed and allowing water to run

county roads 1245, 1265, 1410, 2010 and 4040 have all received rock and grading this past week on the worst spots.

Over 40 loads of rock have been put out this past week on these and others. Brush cutting on county roads in the Ivanhoe area and CR 2025 has been done. Due to the wet conditions we are picking up the larger limbs by hand as the skid steer cannot be used. Potholes have been filled on many of the blacktop roads also.

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The deadline for applications will be April 5, 2024.

It should be mailed to Diann Lane at 801 CR 2780, Honey Grove, TX 75446.

Volunteers needed at Children’s Center

Press Release - The Fannin County Children's Center is seeking volunteers for a variety of roles including serving as a CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) for children in foster care, office volunteers to assist in different tasks relative to children we serve, and event volunteers to assist in outreach and fundraising activities.

CASA is one of several programs offered by the Fannin County Children’s Center for the benefit of abused and neglected children. CASA is seeking adult volunteers who can complete training and pass background checks to be appointed by the 336th District Court to serve as a Guardian ad Litem for children in foster care.

The CAC, Children’s Advocacy Center, is another program of the Children’s Center. Compassionate CAC volunteers are needed to assist in many different ways such as supervising children and families at the

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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.

The scholarship will be awarded to a woman who declares her major as education and is enrolled as a junior or beyond in college. An applicant must be a graduate of a Fannin County

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There will be an informational meeting via zoom on Monday, February 12 from 6:00pm7:00pm. You will learn about all the ways to volunteer, how to apply, and have a chance to ask questions. Attending this session is NOT required but can be helpful. Also, attending does NOT obligate you to becoming a volunteer. Feel free to call us if you have any questions beforehand at 903-5834339 or email info@fanninccc. org.

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Fannin County Biblical Round Table

On the 29th of February there will be a “Fannin county Biblical Round Table”. The Roundtable meeting for February will be at the Bonham Multipurpose Center. Start time will be 7:00 pm.

At this time we have three round table guests. The topic will be the inerrancy of the Bible. The table will discuss biblical truths as well as historical evidence that gives us the confidence to be an effective advocate for the gospel

message.

Everyone is welcome and guests will have an opportunity to ask questions of the round table participants.

If you have someone that you would like to see on the next roundtable call or email me.

Come check it out, it should be a fun evening, and the Christian fellowship is absolutely free.

Send any suggestions or questions you might have to Joe Moore at Jpmoorejpm@gmail. com

Sunday Morning Re-Wind

Hello everyone!

One of my favorite scriptures is John 3:16. “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.” Putting our faith and trust in Jesus Christ is the best decision that we could ever make in our lives. He died on the cross so that we could have the gift of salvation and eternal life through Him. As I’ve said before, why anyone would not want to accept these gifts from Him is beyond me. When it comes to our service for Him, at times we might be afraid of what He calls us to do. If we step out in faith, and leave the

The Torah

by Dawn McGee “In the beginning God created...” In the Hebrew text, a word sits next to “God” that isn’t translated. Used over 9,500 times in the OT, it’s sometimes translated as “he, the, or whom,” but mostly it’s skipped over entirely. The word is “eht”, made from the Hebrew letters alef and tahv. In Paleo-Hebrew (picture-form of writing) the alef is drawn as an ox’s head with horns, meaning “strength.” The tahv is drawn like an “X” meaning “mark, sign, or cross” (as in marking the spot.) Put the 2 together and it means: “strength of the cross.” This is what John 1:1 is talking about. The alef is also the 1st letter, and the tahv is the last letter of the Hebrew alphabet. Rev 1:8 shows the Hebrew Messiah speaking to a Hebrew man (in Hebrew) proclaiming Himself to BE the Aleft-Tahv, (Greek: alpha-omega) that is used so often in the Torah and Prophets.

Examples of the alef-tahv (al-

results to Him, our efforts will not be wasted.

This week’s classic hymn was written by James Wells and Robert Winslett in 1918. I hope and pray that this is your testimony.

“I care not today what the morrow may bring, If shadow or sunshine or rain, The Lord I know ruleth o’er everything, And all of my worry is vain. Living by faith in Jesus above, Trusting, confiding in His great love; From all harm safe in His sheltering arm, I’m living by faith and feel no alarm.”

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pha-omega) in Scripture: Zech 12:10 “they will look upon aleftahv they pierced.” Gen: 37:12 “Then (Joseph’s) brothers went to feed alef-tahv’s flock...”

Ex 26:1 “You shall make aleftahv’s Tabernacle...”

Within this Book, much can be learned from the chaotic lives of Abraham and his descendants. In the rivalry between Jacob’s 2 sister-wives, Father God gives us a message about His Son. This message is seen in the meanings of the Hebrew names of Jacob’s 12 sons and one daughter: In order of their birth... “SEE, A SON! If you HEAR Him you’ll be JOINED/ATTACHED TO ME. PRAISE Him, for He’s your JUDGE over MY WRESTLINGS/STRUGGLES with you. His CROWD/TROOP will find HAPPINESS for He will (lift) MY WAGES/PRICE for you, and bring your DOWRY/DWELLING/HABITATION with JUSTICE. (Let Him) ADD you TO ME, for He is the SON OF MY RIGHT HAND.” Next week.... Exodus

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The Royal Law

12-18-18 Minister for the Ivanhoe Church of Christ

Do we ever get tired of ‘trying’ to do the right thing? Do we get tired of ‘putting forth the effort’ of doing the right thing?

The Royal Law is a principle as old as time. From the Old Testament to the New Testament, all that have served Jehovah and that still serve the one and only Creator, all that desire forgiveness, all that desire to be a child of God, must practice ‘The Royal Law’. It is the great principle for relationships with families, fellow man, brethren in Christ and with ourselves.

Under the law of Moses, the Israelites were instructed, “Thou shalt not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but

thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself: I am the LORD” (Leviticus 6:31). Jesus instructed, “Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets” (Matthew 7:12).

Luke recorded the words of Jesus, “And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise” (Luke 6:31).

James helps us to understand that the royal law is to be applied to all people. “If ye fulfil the royal law according to the scripture, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself, ye do well: But if ye have respect to persons, ye commit sin, and are convinced of the law as transgressors” (James 2:8-9).

We also find that our spiritual health depends on following the ‘Royal Law’. Jesus applied the royal law to for-

giveness in teaching to pray “forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors” (Matthew 6:12) and “if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you: But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses” (Matthew 6:14-15).

The Lord also applied the ‘Royal Law’ in being a child of God. Jesus taught “as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise” (Luke 6:31), then the Son of God goes on to say “But love ye your enemies, and do good, and lend, hoping for nothing again; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be the children of the Highest: for he is kind unto the unthankful and to the evil” (Luke 6:35). Let us endeavor to practice the “Royal Law”.

A Third Great Spiritual Awakening? Here? Now?

By Lyn Holly- Pastor, Calvary Baptist Church This coming Sunday, February 18, at 5:00 PM believers will gather at 7th and Main Baptist Church from all over Fannin County for the Fannin County Call to Prayer for Revival and Spiritual Awakening. Our culture is in desperate need of revival. In fact, I am convinced our nation will not survive long without it. Wickedness and depravity abound. As a culture, we have lost our way because we have departed from God’s Word. In my previous two articles, we have seen how God brought two great spiritual awakenings in our nation’s history during times like we are in now.

Although, I am convinced we are plunging deeper into wickedness and immorality than ever before.

The first step in praying for corporate revival is for each one of us personally and individually getting our hearts right with God. Evangelist Gypsy Smith was asked what the secret of revival is. He said, “Go home. Take a piece of chalk. Draw a circle around yourself. Then pray, ‘O Lord, revive everything inside this circle.’” Psalm 51:10 says, “Create in me a clean heart, O God, And renew a steadfast spirit within me.” 2 Timothy 2:21 says, “Therefore if anyone cleanses himself from the latter, he will be a vessel for honor, sanctified and useful for the Master, prepared for every good work.” Personal revival is the pathway to corporate revival. Let’s get our hearts ready personally and privately before coming together next Sunday to pray for revival in our community and nation.

It is also important to note that the group of pastors with whom I have been working and planning this call to prayer has adopted Billy Graham’s Evangelistic Association’s statement of faith and core beliefs. It is vitally important that those who gather with us are like-minded and are in doctrinal agreement in key areas of the Christian faith.

Here is the statement of faith: •We believe the Bible to be the inspired, the only infallible, authoritative Word of God revealing the love of God to the world. 1 Thessalonians 2:13; 2 Timothy 3:15-17; John 3:16. ·•We believe that there is one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Matthew 28:19; John 10:30; Ephesians 4:4-6. ·•We believe in the deity of the Lord Jesus Christ, in His virgin birth, in His sinless life, in His miracles, in His vicarious and atoning death through His shed blood on the cross, in His bodily resurrection, in His ascension to the right hand of the Father, and in His personal return in power and glory. Matthew 1:23; John 1:1-4 and 1:29; Acts 1:11 and 2:22-24; Romans 8:34; 1 Corinthians 15:3-4; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Philippians 2:5-11; Hebrews 1:1-4 and 4:15. ·•We believe that all men everywhere are lost and face the judgment of God, that Jesus Christ is the only way of salvation, and that for the salvation of lost and sinful man, repentance of sin and faith in Jesus Christ results in regeneration by the Holy Spirit.

Furthermore, we believe that God will reward the righteous with eternal life in heaven, and that He will banish the unrighteous to everlasting punishment in hell. Luke 24:46-47; John 14:6; Acts 4:12; Romans 3:23; 2 Corinthians 5:10-11; Ephesians 1:7 and 2:8-9; Titus 3:4-7. ·•We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit, whose indwelling enables the Christian to live a godly life.

John 3:5-8; Acts 1:8 and 4:31; Romans 8:9; 1 Corinthians 2:14; Galatians 5:16-18; Ephesians 6:12; Colossians 2:6-10. ·•We believe in the resurrection of both the saved and the lost; the saved unto the resurrection of eternal life and the lost unto the resurrection of damnation and eternal punishment.

1 Corinthians 15:51-57; Revelation 20:11-15. ·We believe in the spiritual unity of believers in the Lord Jesus Christ and that all true believers are members of His body, the church. 1 Corinthians 12:12,27; Ephesians 1:22-23. ·•We believe that the ministry of evangelism (sharing and proclaiming the message of salvation only possible by grace through faith in Jesus Christ) and discipleship (helping followers of Christ grow up into maturity in Christ) is a responsibility of all followers of Jesus Christ.

Matthew 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; Romans 10:9-15; 1 Peter 3:15. ·•We believe God’s plan for human sexuality is to be expressed only within the context of marriage, that God created man and woman as unique biological persons made to complete each other.

God instituted monogamous marriage between male and female as the foundation of the family and the basic structure of human society. For this reason, we believe that marriage is exclusively the union of one genetic male and one genetic female. Genesis 2:24; Matthew 19:5-6; Mark 10:6-9; Romans 1:26-27; 1 Corinthians 6:9. ·•We believe that we must dedicate ourselves to prayer, to the service of our Lord, to His authority over our lives, and to the ministry of evangelism. Matthew 9:3538; 22:37-39, and 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; Romans 10:9-15 and 12:20-21; Galatians 6:10; Colossians 2:6-10; 1 Peter 3:15. ·•We believe that human life is sacred from conception to its natural end; and that we must have concern for the physical and spiritual needs of our fellowmen. Psalm 139:13; Isaiah 49:1; Jeremiah 1:5; Matthew 22:37-39; Romans 12:20-21; Galatians 6:10.

I am looking forward to gathering with you next Sunday! Please, God, send another great spiritual awakening right here in Fannin County!

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

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Baptist

Christian

First Christian Church of Bonham Ivanhoe Baptist Church 4063 NO.FM 273 701 N Main Street Bonham, TX 75418 903.583.2227 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 (903)583-2359

Congregational

Allen’s Point Baptist Church 310 CR 2775 Honey Grove, TX 75446 903378-7038

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

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

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

Lutheran

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

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

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

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

Corinth Baptist Church 277 CR 1150 North of Bonham on Highway 78 903 583 2750 Dial Baptist Church 16816 FM 1550 Honey Grove, TX 75446 903-378-7070 Duplex Baptist Church 313 CR 2102 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-664-3175 Ector Baptist Church P.O. Box 248 Ector, Texas 75439 (903) 961-2175 Edhube Baptist Church 595 FM 2815 Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-2840

1265 Bonham, TX 75418 903-961-2027

Pilgram Rest Baptist Church 703 Agusta St. Trenton, Texas

Methodist

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

Elwood Baptist Intersection of CR 2125 Telephone Baptist Church located on FM 273 Grove Hill Methodist Church and CR 2544 near Ivanhoe, Texas in Telephone Office phone: 903-664-2377 5501 FM 1553 Leonard, TX 75452 Faith Independent Baptist Church 12676 W Hwy 82 Savoy, Tx 75479 903-965-5517 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) 583-0732 First Baptist Church of Dodd City PO Box 47 Dodd City, Texas 75438-0047 (903)583-4465

Primera Iglesia Baustia Hispana 1134 FM Marvin United Methodist Church 273 Bonham, Texas 75418 903-583-5727 Office Phone 903-364-2411 FM 898 E Trinity Baptist Church 219 W. Denison Whitewright, Texas Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-3388

Mulberry United Methodist Church, Union Baptist Church 682 CR 1105 PO 5638 FM 274, Ravenna, TX 75476, Box 118 Ravenna,TX 75476 phone 1-888-311-8508

Valley Creek Baptist Church 3615 FM 896, Leonard, TX 75452 903-587-2386 Westside Baptist Church 912 W. Commerce St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 903-249-2987 West Shady Grove Baptist Church 13665 East Line Road Trenton, TX

McKenzie United Methodist Church 701 N. 7th Street Honey Grove, TX 75446 (903) 203-4455 Windom United Methodist Church 207 Second Street PO Box 936 Windom, TX 75492 940-390-0146

Windom Baptist Church 203 1st Street Windom, TX 75492 (903) 623-2215 First Baptist Church of Honey Grove Pleasant Grove CME Church box 34 PO Box 124 Honey Grove, Texas 75446 Wild Horse Creek Cowboy Church 2992 CR Ladonia TX 75449 Hwy 64 903-367-7870 (903)378-2768 2285 Telephone, Texas 75488 903-486-1630 Virginia Point United Methodist Church First Baptist Church of Ladonia 301 1386 CR 1200 Savoy, TX Catholic East Main Ladonia, Texas 75449-100 Nazarene St. Elizabeth Catholic Church corner of 10th (903)367-7038 & Maple Bonham, TX office 903-583-7734 Bonham Community Church 347 FM 273 Bonham, TX 228-563-0423 Church of Christ First Baptist Church of Leonard 100 Non-Denominational Church of Christ Leonard, Texas 75452 East Thomas St. [PO Box 1146] (903) 587-2229 Leonard, TX 75452 (903) 587-2250 Golden Gospel Church 4435 County Road 2610 in Bonham, Texas Ector Church of Christ Hwy 56 & Cedar First Baptist Church of Pecan Gap (903) 227-8527 St. Ector, Texas 903-961-3155 PO Box 100 Pecan Gap, Texas 75469 (903)359-6683 Honey Grove Church Of Christ - 403 W. Greater Joy Fellowship Hwy. 121 & W Main St. Honey Grove, 903-227-2606 13th, Bonham, TX (meeting in First Con. First Baptist Church of Randolph Methodist Church Bldg. Sun. 5 PM) Ivanhoe Church of Christ P.O. Box 322PO Box 14 Randolph, Texas 75475 290 CR 2040 Ivanhoe, TX 75447 (903)583-6900 The Way Christian Fellowship. 308 E Fowler St, Savoy Tx 75479 Katy Blvd Church of Christ 411 Katy First Baptist Church of Savoy .O. Blvd Bonham, TX 75418 706-294-5996 Box 177 Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) Pentecostal 965-4160 Midway Church of Christ Hwy 56 W SR Church P.C.G. 1850 S HWY 121 Bonham, Bonham 903 583 3989 First Baptist Church of Trenton Texas 75418 (903) 640-3025 Northside Church of Christ 2020 N. Center PO Box 157 Trenton, Texas 75490 Presbyterian Bonham, Texas 75418 (903)583-3484 (903)989-2319 First Presbyterian Church of Bonham Oak Ridge Church of Christ 10368 E FM 818 N. Main St. Bonham, Texas 75418 First Fannin Baptist Hispanic Church Rt. 4 1550 Ladonia, Texas 75449 903 583 0849 (903) 583-2014 Box 10 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-5727 Savoy Church of Christ Main Street Presbyterian Church P.O. Box 212 Savoy, (903) 965-7344 Gober Baptist Church P.O. Box 82 P.O. Box 188 or 504 E. Main St. Honey Wolfe City, Texas 75496 (903) 583-2378 Grove, Texas 75446 (903) 249-1325 Trenton Church of Christ 101 W. Grace Reformed Baptist Church Saunders St. Trenton, TX 75490 United Pentecostal 2800 10th St Honey Grove TX 903-989-2446 Calvary United Pentecostal Church 1190 gracerbcbonham.com Church of God Hwy 56 W Bonham Texas 903-583-4346 Gathering Tine Cabin Ministry 487 CR Bonham Living Word Church of God- 699 E Hwy United Pentecostal Church P.O. Box 216 2105 Ivanhoe, TX 903-449-0180 82 Bonham,TX 75418 Phone: (903) 583-5655 Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) 965-4627 Honey Grove Cowboy Church Lannius Church of God 2803 Hwy 897 Peace Tabernacle UPC 16020 CR 635 3050 Hwy 100 North Honey Grove, TX Dodd City, TX 75438 903-623-3007 Trenton, Texas (972) 752-4054

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If you would like to join others in regular prayer for Fannin County, you are Welcome: 2nd Tues., 3rd Tues., 4th Tues., 5th Tues. @ Noon. Bonham Historic Continued Depot, 1 N. Center Street, Bonham. For more info: Text Sharon Terry, 903-227-3834.

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1 and ½ tsp. vegetable or canola oil Optional: Valentine sprinkles Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside. In a very large bowl, combine the Corn Chex, miniature pretzel twists, Rice Chex, Honey Nut Cheerios, and 1 cup Valentine's M&M's.

Stir to combine. In a medium bowl, combine 3 c. of white chocolate chips and 1 and ½ tsp. vegetable oil. Microwave for 30 seconds, stir for 15 seconds and then microwave another 15 seconds. Stir until melted and smooth. If needed, return to the microwave for a little longer. (Bursts of 15 seconds. Stirring for 10 seconds stirring in between each burst). Pour the melted and smooth white chocolate over the snack mix. Working quickly, gently stir until all ingredients are coated in white chocolate and then quickly transfer to the prepared baking sheet and spread into one even layer.

Immediately add the remaining Valentine's M&M's on top and optional sprinkles. Optional Step: Melt the last ¼ c. white chocolate chips in the microwave and then transfer them to a small plastic bag. Cut the tip off the bag and pipe stripes across the white chocolate snack mix. Allow white chocolate to firm up and harden at room temperature or place in the fridge until firm, about 10-20 minutes.

Break into pieces and serve.

Please send me your favorite or unique recipes to Fannin County Leader at 224 N. Main St. Bonham, TX 75418 or email me: fclweesie@gmail.com

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The event provides an unparalleled opportunity for learning and networking.

Industry experts will share their insights through interactive demonstrations and informative discussions.

This is an invaluable chance for attendees to gain new knowledge and connect with peers and leaders in the agricultural community.

In addition to the professional opportunities, the Roundup promises a day filled with family-friendly fun. The event is designed to celebrate the essence of farming and ranching, ensuring there is something for everyone to enjoy.

A highlight of the event is the generous offering of door prizes from each booth, with door prizes worth at least $100 each. This makes for

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H.G.Dulaney Park Receives Donation

News from Fannin County Amateur Radio Club

Winter Field Day 2024 Is A Wrap

American Legion Post 283 members present a check to Beautification Association president Mary Norris to be used toward the purchase of the H.G. Dulaney Park sign.

Beautification Association members proudly hold the check received from the Glaser Family Charitable Foundation to be used toward the purchase of the H.G. Dulaney Park sign.

Press Release - The Ector Beautification Association (EBA) would like to recognize the recent generous donations of American Legion Post 283 and the Glaser Charitable Foundation. Both donations will go toward the purchase of the sign for the entrance to the H.G. Dulaney Park in Ector.

This will be a large, arched metal sign with the inscription “H.G. Dulaney Park”. With these generous donations the sign will soon be ordered and installed.

The park currently boasts playground equipment, a walking track, picnic tables and benches. The Associa-

tion’s goal has been to add a pavilion and sign to the park.

The pavilion can be used by the public in hosting birthday parties, reunions, church events, and many other activities.

Many businesses, organizations, and individuals have donated in the past year. Because of these donations and EBA fundraisers, the pavilion and sign will both soon become a reality.

The Ector Beautification Association is a 501 (C) 3 organization that was established to enhance the beauty of the town and provide a park for all ages to enjoy.

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The annual Winter Field Day was was held January 27 & 28 2024. Fannin County Amateur Radio Club operated from Lake Bonham Pavilion again this year. That let the club op-

erate away from home using auxiliary power and mobile antennas. This activity lets equipment and procedures be tested for times of high stress crisis operations.

Contacts were made with most states in the US along with several Canadian provinces and Puerto Rico.

The club also held the Chili Cook-off, the 3rd in what has become as anticipated as the radio activity. Judge Newt Cunningham captured first

place, with Keith Mumaw coming in 2nd. Many thanks to JP3 Kenneth Karl, Candidates for PCT1 Commissioner Mitchell Smith and Troy Waggoner for serving as judges.

Thanks to District Clerk April Gibbs, 336th District Judge candidate Kyle Shaw, Bonham Sr Customer Service Clerk Tammy Waggoner and many other guests for sharing the fun.

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Celebrating Valentine’s Day wasn’t the only treat enjoyed by retired educators at the Bonham Public Library on March 6. The icing on the cupcake was a very delightful and informative presentation by library director, Jennifer Reeves.

Her effervescence and enthusiasm carried us through the bitter-sweet story of the public library restoration. Jennifer concluded her program with a tour through the library and some Q and A time.

The local chapter of TRTA also recognized two outstanding members for their community volunteer service.

Please join the Fannin County Retired Teachers and School Personnel Association at the March 5th meeting at 2PM. which will be in the Williams Educational Building library behind the First Presbyterian Church of Bonham. Our guest will be Dean Price, author of “Life and Times of Wildwood Dean".

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Paris Monument--who did an exceptional job on this project--is owned by Kent and Joni Erwin, descendants of the original Erwin family, friends of Davy Crockett and the first settlers of Honey Grove proper.

This is a reminder that March is our first month to clean the cemetery of all seasonal and

faded flowers or any other debris on the graves. We will begin cleaning the first of March.

If you would like to keep your seasonal flowers, they need to be removed by the end of February, before disposal begins in March.

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thousands and thousands of leaves were shredded and removed from the cemetery.

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For six generations, my family has called this place home. I feel a personal responsibility to defend the promise of Texas and keep freedom alive in the communities of our district for future generations. I ask for your vote, your support, and your prayers to continue this important work.

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EXPOSING THE “FAKE NEWS” THE REAL TRUTH BEHIND DISTRICT ATTORNEY PERFORMANCE

Fannin County, like every other county in Texas, is in the heat of the political season as candidates vie for votes for many coveted positions of elected county officials.

In a small county like Fannin, where everyone knows everyone, you would think a candidate would stick to facts that could be verified rather than choosing to resort to the exhausting and annoying mudslinging and “fake news” we see at the local, state and federal levels. In a small town, if you are worthy, you can win an election simply by telling the voters the benefits that would be gained by electing that person to office. It seems natural to conclude a person would only resort to slander and “fake news” if a person had no fresh ideas or visions for positive change or appropriate experiences/skill sets. In this 2024 election season, there’s one local candidate among them all who alone has chosen to go with a slanderous smear campaign rather than just telling the voters his vision for improvement and change. This is especially egregious and unnecessary when the incumbent is not seeking reelection, and the slanderous rhetoric seems intended to destroy the reputation of a man who has faithfully and effectively dedicated himself to the service of this community for the last two decades. Mr. Candidate, why don’t you just tell us why you are the best person for the job and why you think the most qualified?

The fake news attempts to cast dispersions on the work product of the current office holder going so far as to report extreme ineptitude with absolutely no data to back up a single word. How easy it is to say whatever you choose when there’s no opportunity for your slander to be challenged. Here are the results of my 19 years in office. Compare it with what is being said by some and then you decide.

As you can see, most cases were resolved without a jury trial. The vast majority of jury trials in Fannin County are criminal cases that can’t be resolved by a plea. I have a list of the criminal cases tried by Fannin County jurors for each year of my service along with the results. That list is 13 pages long and contains the case number, charge, verdict and sentence—both guilty and not guilty.

Starting in 2009 I included the date of each verdict. I didn’t make this list to respond to fake claims and misstatement of fact. I started this and similar lists my very first year in office so that I could track our office performance to identify problems and aim for improvement. If you would like a copy you may come by my office and I will review it with you. We are proud of our 19 years of service to Fannin County. Come by and you can see documents that back up that service in keeping Fannin County a safe place to raise your family. Please call 903-583-7448 for an appointment. I will even give you a guided tour of our temporary working conditions these past seven years. Our office address is 800 East Second Street, Bonham.

So in summary, when you hear a candidate self-righteously accuse the DA’s Office of poor work product you will be able to clearly see that this statement is not only grossly misleading but is a perfect example of deliberate “fake news” and attempts to slander not just the current District Attorney but his entire team of dedicated attorneys and support staff. This could apply to the 336th District Court and Sheriff’s races as well.

2023

In 2023, there were 233 new felony indictments returned by the two Fannin County Grand Juries. In that same year we disposed of 367 felony cases – either by trial or plea agreement; 342 cases were resolved by plea agreement.

• 21 juries were called • 18 juries were impaneled • 25 cases were considered by Fannin County jurors • 9 juries returned a verdict for the state • 9 juries returned acquittal verdicts • 2 mistrials • 1 busted panel Included in the 342 cases resolved were some notable successes: * Above information is on file with • Lincoln Chaney—12 cases of child pornography sentences or indecency resulting in 20 years in prison in each case plus a 40-year sentence for aggravated sexual Fannin County District Clerk assault.

• Lauren Hopfenspirger—In January there was a week-long Bench Trial on punishment which resulted in two 18-year sentences and one 10-year sentence. In a live stream video—in an attempt to coerce a boyfriend (the father of the baby)—Lauren Hosfenspirger tortured her 11-month old daughter by impeding her breath. She did this by holding this tiny baby girl under water (including her face) three times for 6 seconds, 2 seconds, and 8 seconds. Throughout the entire time this infant’s arms and legs were flailing wildly in an attempt to breathe.

Hopfenspirger paid no heed to her child’s suffering.

• In a complex construction fraud case, the jury awarded the victim damages in the amount of $258,000, a first for Fannin County.

• As an aside – Our hot check collection efforts since January 1, 2005 – January 1, 2024 are: - Total number of checks filed with my office were 5,929 for $2,509,444.77 - Total number of checks collected by my office were 4,748 for $985,346.68 which was returned to the merchants and citizen victims

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William has more than 30 years experience in law enforcement and possesses the leadership, experience, maturity and desire to serve the citizens of Fannin County!

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ROBERT WILLIAMS For CONSTABLE PRECINCT 1 Endorsement for Robert Williams I am proud to endorse Robert Williams for Fannin County Constable, Precinct One. I knew Robert as an investigator with the SPCA. When he applied for an investigator position with the Fannin County Sheriff’s Office, I knew he would be an asset to our team. Robert served our country as a Marine and wanted to continue to serve Fannin County. When I was asked by Judge Cunningham, if I felt Robert Williams should be appointed to the remaining term of Constable, Precinct One, there was no doubt that between the two choices he was clearly the ONLY choice that I could make in good conscience.

Robert is very knowledgeable in applying the law while ensuring that constitutional rights are not violated. His investigation skills show him to be calm, methodical, thorough and forward thinking to ensure all elements of the law are met before filing cases. Robert has a strong desire to learn and be the most well rounded law enforcement officer that he can be. He works well with others and has always been respectful and professional.

Most of all, Robert has never given me a reason to doubt his honesty, integrity or commitment to the safety of this county. Lastly, he understands that the law applies to himself exactly the same as it applies to every citizen of this county.

Please join me in electing Robert Williams as Constable, Precinct One on March 5, 2024.

Respectfully, Mark Johnson, Fannin County Sheriff

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Currently, permits are required in Fannin County if you wish to: 1. Put in a culvert.

2. Develop or build in a FEMA Floodplain.

3. Build in the Bois d’Arc Lake 5,000 ft Buffer Zone.

4.Develop a manufactured Rental Community, for 2 or more lots.

5.Subdivide your land for lots less than 5 acres.

6.Use heavy Equipment, Bore under a road and install utility lines in a County ROW. 7.Install or repair a septic You can find more information on the Fannin County Clerk Website, http://www. co.fannin.tx.us/page/ fannin.County.Clerk Development Services – Di Hopkins 903-449-4220 (Culverts, Lake Zoning, Subdivisions & Rental Communities)

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CALVIN “PAW PAW” WILSON

Calvin “Paw Paw” Wilson age 77, of Bonham, TX passed away surrounded by his loving family on February 3, 2024. Arrangements are under the direction of Wise Funeral Home.

Calvin was born on March 1, 1946 to Fred and Beulah Wilson in Bonham, TX. To know Calvin was to love him.

He will be fondly remembered for his love of family and steadfast faith. In his spare time you could find Calvin in the kitchen cooking one of his favorite dishes or baking.

His favorite times were spent with his family around the dining room table. When he wasn’t cooking, Calvin could be found outside or watching football. Of all the hobbies and enjoyment in life nothing could compare to being a Paw Paw. He loved his grandchildren with all of his heart and soul. When you hear a good jazz song or see a beautiful sunset we will think of Calvin and smile.

Calvin is preceded in death by his parents Fred and Beulah Wilson, daughter, Bridget Wilson and son, Carlon Wilson.

He leaves behind his wife, Edna Wilson of Bonham, TX, children, Rodney Wilson and wife Marsha of Sherman, TX, Quincy Wilson and wife Taree of Allen, TX, and Khalilah Wilson-Ross and husband Tony of Bonham, TX along with many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family and friends.

The funeral service was held on Saturday, February 10, 2024 at New Life C.O.G.I.C, 917 N. Main St, Bonham, TX at 11am. Burial followed at Gates Hill Cemetery.

BONNIE BAKER BRACKETT

Bonnie Baker Brackett age 77, of Bonham was born on October 31, 1946 in Bonham, the daughter of Waymond Riley Bales and Pearl Lee (Langham) Bales.

She passed away peacefully on Thursday February 1, 2024 at Texoma Medical Center in Denison, surrounded by her loving family.

Bonnie was a local hairstylist for 40 plus years, and a member of the Trinity Baptist Church in Bonham.

She married Harold Dwayne Baker on October 14, 1966 in Bonham, and he preceded her in death on April 28, 2005. Bonnie later married V.A. Brackett on February 16, 2008 in Randolph, and he preceded her in death on October 19, 2019.

Bonnie is survived by daughters, Kristy Graves (Russell) of Dodd City, and Karon Cunningham (Brent) of Honey Grove, her three grandchildren Adam Aldridge, Bailee Graves, and Ryan Graves, Bonnie is also survived by her sister Carolyn Bond (James) of Sherman, nephews, Gary Bond (Christy) of Bonham, Marc Bond (Heather) of Oklahoma, niece Kelli Turner of Anna, along with many great nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Waymond R. & Pearl Lee Bales, husbands, Harold Baker, and V A Brackett , grandson Micah Aldridge, and son in law Kenny Aldridge.

Visitation was held at 2:00 PM Monday February 5, 2024 at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel, with funeral services following, beginning at 3:00 PM. Rev. Terry Paul Cunningham and Rev. Henry Shelton officiated. Interment followed at Willow Wild Cemetery.

Serving as pallbearers were Adam Aldridge, Ryan Graves, Russell Graves, Brent Cunningham, Marc Bond, and Henry Shelton.

Online condolences may be made at www.coopersorrells.com

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WILLIAM CLYDE BENNETT

Bonham-Funeral services for William Clyde Bennett, Jr, age 88, of Lake Bonham were held at 10:00am on Friday, February 9, 2024 at First Presbyterian Church of Bonham. Visitation was held one hour prior to the service starting at 9:00am. Pastors Lisa Reece and Cindy Burnett officiated. Burial followed at Willow Wild Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were Austin Bennett, Christopher Bennett, Matthew Bennett, Collin Bennett, Buddy Barnett, and Randy Bowen. Serving as honorary pallbearer was Gene Danner.

Bill passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at Texoma Medical Center in Denison, TX. The family wished to extend their gratitude and appreciation to the wonderful 8th floor nurses at Texoma Medical Center.

Bill was born on November 16, 1935 in Palestine, Texas, the son of William Clyde Bennett, Sr. and Ellen Elizabeth Smith Bennett. While in Longview High School, he began his long career in radio by working for both radio and television stations in the area. He participated in track and advanced to the state competition in the low hurdles event. After graduation from high school, he continued his career in radio and television in the Houston area where he attended and graduated from the University of Houston with a degree in Television and Radio Broadcasting. Before coming to Bonham in 1967, he lived in Hamilton where he was part owner of a radio station and in Longview where he worked in radio and for a newspaper. During his years in the Bonham area, he has worked for KFYN, KIKM, and KLAK. In 1993, he started a small business in video production.

He retired in 2009.

He and his wife Karen were married July 27, 1979 in Lewisville, Texas.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Ellen Bennett and his brother, Terry Bennett.

Bill is survived by his wife of 44 years, Karen, his son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Sarah Bennett of Sherman, Texas; his son, Mark Bennett of Bonham, Texas, his grandchildren, Austin Bennett, Christopher Bennett (Melanie), Matthew Bennett, Collin Bennett, and Samantha Bennett, his great grandchildren, Ethan Bennett, Henry Bennett, and Joel Bennett, his niece, Amy Bennett, his sister-in-law, Dorothy Chansky, and his dog Kipper Bennett.

ROBERT MALLOW LOFTICE

Robert Mallow Loftice (R.M.), 85, of Honey Grove, TX, passed away on February 4th, 2024 at home surrounded by family.

Robert was born on June 17, 1938 in Anna, TX. After graduating from Plano High School, he attended The University of Texas. He had a long and successful career as a research chemist at a chemical company.

He was an avid golfer who is well known for his six holes in one. He enjoyed boot scootin’, volunteering with various sports and community organizations, attending his grandkids’ events and Wildcat games, and spending time with family. He also enjoyed farming and ranching.

He was very business savvy and was always happy to share his knowledge with family. Many of his interests have been carried on by his children and grandchildren.

He was a member of Allens Point Baptist Church.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents who raised him, sisters Jessie “Sis” Steere (surviving husband Bill), Betty Taylor (surviving husband George) and Linda Loftice, brother Lonnie Loftice, daughter Laurie Kintz, grandchildren Mark “Bubba” Kintz and Stephanie La Lone.

He is survived by his loving wife Diane Loftice, sisters Connie and Sherry, daughters Lea Ann Rigney (husband Edward), Lonna Sponsler, Debra La Lone (husband David) and Lisa Loiselle (husband Jonathan), grandchildren Kevin, Alle (Marcus), Rachel, Carle (Mike), J.T. (Kortlyn), Robert (Diana), Annie, Ryan and Daniel and many great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends that are like family. He was PaPa to his many grandchildren and he loved them dearly.

Pallbearers were J.T. Dunn, Robert Dunn, Mike Harris, Marcus Lindsey, Ryan La Lone and Daniel Tortorella. Honorary pallbearer was Kevin Alexander.

Funeral Services for Mr. Loftice were held Saturday, February 10, 2024, at Allens Point Baptist Church, beginning at 1:00pm. Brother Kevin Towery presided. Interment followed at Oakwood Cemetery. To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www.coopersorrells.com

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Leonard senior Ethan Richardson (pictured during 7-on-7 football in 2022) will extend his football career as a tight end for Southwestern Oklahoma State University in Weatherford.

Richardson earned AllDistrict 8-3A-II recognition each of the last three seasons: 2023, honorable mention, tight end; 2022, second team, tight end; 2021, honorable mention, wide receiver.

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Bonham to get reacquaintances, more travel in return to Class 4A Bonham's Abi Dona (14) tries to wrestle a rebound away from Leonard's Bella Neaville (40) on Jan. 16, as Lady Warriors Gray Lancaster (13) and Hingrid Pedraza (0) and Lady Tiger Riley Brown (32) watch, during District 11-3A girls' basketball inside Bonham's Leonard A. Gerner Gymnasium. The two schools will no longer compete in the same non-football districts, per the 2024 biennial University Interscholastic League realignment.

Photo by Rich Hilliard

Bi-District Girls' Basketball:

* Dodd City vs. Avery, Monday, Feb. 12, 6 p.m., Prariland High School

* Sam Rayburn vs. Lindsay, Monday, Feb. 12, at 6:30 p.m., at Denison

* Savoy vs. Bloomburg, Monday, Feb. 12, at 6 p.m., Bogata Rivercrest High School

* Honey Grove vs. Era, Tuesday, Feb. 13, at 7 p.m., S&S High School

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Bonham head football coach John Ramsey speaks on June 5, 2023, to the Purple Warriors during 7-on-7 football at Warrior Stadium. Bonham will return to being a Class 4A Division II team later this year. Photo by Rich Hilliard

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Dodd City's Addyson Chaney drives near the 3-point arc with Savoy's Abigail Gates guarding her on Jan. 26 during District 23-1A girls' basketball at Dodd City. Photo by Rich Hilliard place qualifier again, fourth-and-final postseason

By Rich Hilliard advanced for a second- berth, with a 44-40 home Postseason high school straight season -- its first win on Feb. 6, but lost the girls' basketball teams from consecutive postseason trips tiebreaker game, 55-46, at Fannin County for 2024 since a six-in-a-row streak Celeste on Feb. 8.

Also, Ector finished fifth that extended through 2014. have been determined.

Honey Grove won 14-2A in 23-1A -- one game out of Dodd City advanced again as the 23-1A champion -- the Lady Warriors' first the district's final postseason -its 12th-consecutive title since 2018 -- and Sam berth.

Postseason play will comunblemished district title Rayburn advanced as the mence with bi-district action -- to its 14th-straight district's runner-up.

Leonard forced a play-in Feb. 12-13. postseason.

Savoy, the 23-1A third- with Howe to decide 11-3A’s

Renewed rivalries and much more travel will be in store, when Bonham returns to Class 4A for the 2024-25 and 202526 school years, per the biennial realignment results released Feb. 1 by the University Interscholastic League.

New districts for football, volleyball and basketball were posted on the UIL's website and social media, with other sports groupings to be released later during the spring semester.

Bonham will be in District 5-4A-II for football with Caddo Mills, Farmersville, Gainesville, Krum, Sanger and Van Alstyne.

It will be the same district number as when Bonham last competed in 4A football in 2017, but only Caddo Mills will equate a common district opponent from then. All others from that previous grouping -- Melissa, Aubrey, Nevada Community and Celina -- have since been upgraded either in classification or division due to continuing population growth in Collin and Denton counties.

The remainder of Bonham's new upcoming 5-4A-II football opponents have previous-

ly been district or non-district competition for the Purple Warriors during the last 32 years.

Meanwhile, 14-4A volleyball and basketball for Bonham will include these opponents: Paris, North Lamar, Pittsburg, Sulphur Springs, Texarkana Pleasant Grove.

Leonard will change numbers in football -- into District 7-3A-II from 8-3A-II -- and now play Callisburg and S&S Consolidated, in addition to holdovers Bells, Blue Ridge, Gunter and Howe. Lone Oak moved into 9-3A-II. S&S will replace Bonham for Leonard as a district opponent in volleyball, basketball, softball, baseball and other spring sports in 11-3A, which will continue also to include: Bells, Blue Ridge, Gunter, Howe and Pottsboro.

Trenton will remain in 6-2AI for football and gain Wolfe City as a district opponent, in addition to holdovers Alvord, Nocona, Tioga, Tom Bean and Whitewright.

Honey Grove will stay in 9-2A-I for football, playing Omaha Paul Pewitt instead of Wolfe City, in addition to holdovers Alba-Golden, Bogata Rivercrest, Como-Pickton, Cooper and Quinlan Boles.

Sam Rayburn and Trenton will not be assured of postseason volleyball trips like the last two seasons in a four-team district, as the duo will now be a part of the six-team 10-2A with Collinsville, Tioga, Tom Bean and Whitewright.

District 14-2A basketball will stay the same: Celeste, Honey Grove, Sam Rayburn, Merit Bland, Tom Bean, Trenton, Whitewright, Wolfe City.

Savoy will gain Laird Hill Leveretts Chapel as a district opponent in 10-1A-I six-man football, in addition to holdovers Campbell, Gilmer Union Hill and Saint Jo. Fannindel will change district numbers -- from 9-1A-II to 101A-II -- for six-man football and have different opponents -- Bowie Gold-Burg and Forestburg.

Dodd City, Ector and Savoy will remain together for district volleyball, change from 19-1A to 21-1A and again be assured of postseason trips.

Dodd City, Ector, Fannindel and Savoy will also stay together for basketball with Campbell and Miller Grove, but now will be in 19-1A instead of 23-1A. Pioneer Technology and Arts Academy of Greenville and Fate schools will move into a 2A district.

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Fannin County Commissioners Court - A War Memorial & County Roads

By Rose Schwartz Tuesday, February 6, 2024, Fannin County Judge Newt Cunningham called to order at 9:00 a.m. the Regular Meeting of the Fannin County Commissioners Court. Quorum was established with the County Judge and all County Commissioners present. The Invocation was led by Pastor Brian Lackey of One City Church in Bonham. Pledges were led by Bonham VFW Post Adjutant Darin Cook.

4. Introductions: Judge Cunningham introduced TAC’s (Texoma Association of Counties) County Relations Officer Rhita Koches who briefly spoke to describe the services provided to the county by TAC and to advise the court she would be available throughout the day for any needed consultation.

5. Public Forum: VFW Adjutant for Bonham’s Post 4852, Darin Cook, requested of the court if one member would serve as a judge for the “Soup Cook-Off” fundraiser (proceeds to go to the Fannin County Crisis Center with more information available in the February 6th edition of the Fannin County Leader) that will be held Saturday, February 15th at the VFW Post located at 1610 Mitchell Drive, Lake Bonham, Tx which he invited all to attend. He further advised (invited) the public of a traveling Vietnam Veteran Wall Memorial that will be set up at the Clyde Cosper Texas State Veterans Home on April 30th and made available for public viewing May 1st and 2nd. He noted the coordinated efforts of several VFW Posts to have the memorial moved from Bonham to the VFW Post in Pottsboro the weekend of May 4, 2024, that will be made available for public viewing on May 5th.

ROUTINE ITEMS: 6. Approve payment of bills – County Auditor: Fannin County Auditor Alicia Whipple advised that bills were $461,150.25 with payroll coming in at $261,967.17. A motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve payment with Commissioner Kopf seconding the motion which passed.

7. Approve minutes from 01-16-2024 (R) – County Clerk: A motion was made

by Commissioner Kopf to approve with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed.

8. Report of monies received by the Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 office for January 2024; $5,049.70 – County Judge (for JP3): Informational only.

DISCUSSION ITEMS: 9. Discuss U.S. Census Bureau Boundary Annexation Survey (BAS) – County Judge: Judge Cunningham discussed how this was basically a request to confirm the boundary lines of the county from the

Census Bureau and noted the court would double check the markings and get back with the Census Bureau with their findings.

DISCUSSION, CONSIDERATION AND ACTION ITEMS: 10. Approve Fannin County Purchasing Procedures – Purchasing Agent: Fannin County Purchasing Agent Edwina Lane led a discussion regarding the fine tuning of the policy contained in the purchasing manual that should be completed and presented to the Purchasing Board later in the month. She noted a condensed version of the policy available for use immediately in a “cheat sheet” for county department heads. Commissioner Magness made the motion to approve the procedures with Commissioner McQueen seconding the motion which passed.

11. Update on price negotiations and possible action regarding payment to Document Logistix for software used by County Law Enforcement Agencies through October 2024 – Purchasing Agent: Ms. Lane commented on successful negotiations (assisted by input from citizen Chris Wilson) that resulted in Document Logistix agreeing to an original estimate for services of $19,243.82 (a savings of approximately $9,000 from a previous stated price.) A motion was made by Commissioner Self to approve payment of $19,243.82 to come out of the District Attorney’s budget.

The motion was seconded by Commissioner Magness and the motion passed.

12. Accept quote from Tyler Technologies for Report Management Software licenses for County Constables; $1,525.00 to be paid from Contingency – County Auditor: Ms. Whipple expounded on how this was a reporting system for the Constable vehicles. A motion was made by Commissioner Self to approve payment to come out of contingency with Commissioner McQueen seconding the motion which passed.

13. Approve purchase of body camera for constable Precinct 1 to replace nonworking camera; $610.00 to be paid from Contingency – County Auditor: After discussion covering why this was no longer needed, a motion to pass on this was made by Commissioner Kopf, seconded

by Commissioner Magness and the motion passed.

14. Approve accepting donation of two display boards from the Bonham Chamber of Commerce to be used at the County Clerk’s office – County Auditor: A motion was made by Commissioner Magness to accept the donation with Commissioner Self seconding the motion which passed.

15. Approve policy to work with Precinct employees to

acquire a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL); - Commissioner Precinct 1: After a discussion regarding the need to fine tune the policy on this matter which included a suggestion by a citizen to implement a reimbursement plan paid out to an employee in lieu of the county paying up front, a motion was made to pass on this by Commissioner Magness, seconded by Commissioner McQueen and the motion passed.

16. Approve Interlocal Agreement between Fannin County and the Town of Ector for road work and have County Judge sign on behalf of the County – Commissioner Precinct 1: After some discussion with Judge Cunningham thanking Attorney Garner for his assistance, a motion was made by Commissioner McQueen to approve with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion which passed.

17.

Approve Interlocal Agreement between Fannin County and the City of Leonard related to development and implementation of regulations in Extraterritorial Jurisdictions (ETJ) – County Judge: Fannin County Civil Attorney Andy Garner expounded on a revision needed on the agreement which Judge Cunningham advised the court entailed the removing of a section regarding a lake buffer zone from the agreement as no such zone currently exists. After some discussion a motion was made by Commissioner Self to approve the agreement with the amendments described by Judge Cunningham.

The motion was seconded by Commissioner Magness and the motion passed.

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

18. Subdivision Committee and Subdivision Policy – County Judge: Judge Cunningham noted several requests coming into the county from individuals and developers for waivers/special exceptions and discussed how quality development for the county is the reason rules are in place.

19. Courthouse repairs and litigation - County Judge: Judge Cunningham commented on how a “202 Petition” has been filed in the ongoing pursuit of holding parties responsible for defective work done with the Courthouse renovation project and gave an example of a board recently falling off the wall.

20. Justice Center - County Judge: Judge Cunningham noted his satisfaction with the current work being done at the site and reiterated how the county needs a utilitarian Justice Center and not a work of art that would send the county into further unwanted debt.

21. County budget and

revenue sources – County Judge: No significant updates.

22. Water issues affecting Fannin County – County Judge: A citizen of Bonham spoke to thank the court for the way they are handling issues in the county.

23. Fannin County road issues - County Judge: A resident of CR 4720 spoke to voice complaints about the condition of the road leading to his home as well as other county roads and how he believes that taxes are paid to address road conditions in the county. A discussion ensued with Judge Cunningham calling to attention the other services taxes pay for (ambulance, law enforcement, schools, etc.) and the need for the county to prioritize where tax dollars go. He cited an example of a county road receiving heavy traffic due to thirty families residing on it as opposed to a county road that has only one residence on it.

He empathized with the citizen noting there is no question that “we need good roads”, but noted the funds that are available dictate what work can be done and concluded his statement by thanking the speaker and assuring him efforts to obtain additional funding for the roads are being looked at. Last to speak was a resident of PR 451 who inquired into work needing done on CR 4515.

EXECUTIVE SESSION(S) IF NEEDED: 24. Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.071, Commissioners Court reserves the right to meet in Executive Session to consult with their attorney – County Judge: This was passed on.

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

26. Consider and take action regarding matters discussed in Executive Session(s) - County Judge: See item 24.

COMMENTS AND ADJOURN: 27. Comments by County Commissioners and County Judge: Commissioner McQueen stated the roads are being worked on to the best of the county’s ability and noted the role weather has in their condition. Commissioner Self also commented on the roads and the money needed to increase the level of work being done on them (noting the county avoids the raising of taxes but how that might be needed.)

He concluded by noting that

he will be working on getting bids for rock needed to correct issues and will ask it to be put on next week’s agenda before wishing all a good week.

Commissioner Magness also commented on tax money that goes to road and bridge work and how it is just not enough.

He concluded by noting he continually looks at every road that needs work and which ones need it worse. He voiced his appreciation for everyone’s attendance & their input before wishing them all a good week.

Commissioner Kopf agreed with the previous statements and commented on the effect a recent freeze and rains had on

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the roads, questioning whether some were built correctly in the first place. He related to the frustration felt, and noted they will continue to try and fix the roads. Judge Cunningham wrapped up the comments noting the importance of planning, striving and listening to the public’s priorities. He reiterated how it is about “what do we want, what do we need and what are we willing to pay for” before citing some examples, decisions and state mandates.

He noted how the county is open to ideas before stating his appreciation for citizen attendance and participation and wished God’s blessings on all.

28. Adjourn: The meeting adjourned at 10:25 a.m.

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Letter to the Editor

A Vote for the Establishment is a Vote Against Our Children’s Future It has been very interesting to learn who the establishment is in Fannin County. As a wise non-incumbent running for office said recently, “Follow the money.” It has been interesting to watch how there have noto-very-little open platforms for those running against the incumbents to speak on (unless they themselves provided that opportunity), until a local Christian group started the ball rolling to give everyone a fair chance to be heard last month.

It is evident we need a change in our county. For example, a petition was recently circulated for our Commissioners Court to not allow sexually oriented businesses into our county. Instead of doing what the people requested, each leader in attendance voted to “regulate” the s.o.b.'s into our county, which means that once these businesses jump through a few hoops, they are rooted here by permission of our county leaders. Additionally, many of us heard that windmill turbines won’t be established here; but just watch, as there is already talk among our established leaders, and at least one candidate for Precinct 3 Commissioner, that windmills will merely be "regulated.”

Which again means they will be allowed into our county by jumping through legal hoops by permission of those elected to represent the people.

A final example is the 121 Project. Many residents asked questions when presented re-

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cently with how our leaders plan to get the $1.5 million to pay for this project, as well as how the residents who are forced to eminent domain will be assured they get a fair dollar for their land. Instead of answering these reasonable concerns, our leaders who were in attendance that day in Commissioners Court voted unanimously that the 121 Proj-

ect is coming through Fannin County.

For a change from politics as usual to courage and principle, I implore you to know who the incumbents are before you vote for them, as it will have huge effects on our children and for us all in the days to come.

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