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February 22, 2022

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It Starts With Us ALL POLITICS ARE LOCAL!!! It Starts With Us TEXAS AND FANNIN COUNTY VALUES MATTER!!!

VOTE TODAY!!! Make Your Voice Heard

EARLY VOTING UNDERWAY

Location: (Armory) Civic Center 1100 W. 5th St., Bonham, TX (behind Trade Days) Tuesday, Feb. 22nd – Friday, Feb. 25th 8:00am – 5:00pm EXTENDED HOURS on Tuesday 22nd 7:00am – 7:00pm

2022 Republican Candidates in the March 1st Primary Election

• Charles Butler – County Court At Law • Newt Cunningham – County Judge • Tammy Biggar – County Clerk • Bill Carey – County Judge • David Woodson – County Treasurer • April Gibbs – District Clerk • A.J. Self – County Commissioner Pct. 2 • Shonda Magness – District Clerk • Bob Clemons – Justice of the Peace Pct. 2 • Doug Kopf - County Commissioner Pct. 4 • Don Grammar - Justice of the Peace Pct. 2 • Louise Goodwater - Justice of the Peace Pct. 1 • Kenneth “Kenny” Karl - Justice of the Peace Pct. 3

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West Bonham - (Armory) Civic Center- 1100 W 5th St., Bonham, TX Savoy - First Baptist Church - 207 S. Ashford, Savoy, TX Ladonia - City Hall – 100 Center Plaza, TX N. Bonham - First Presbyterian Church- 821 N. Center St., Bonham, TX Ivanhoe – First Baptist Church- 4063 N. FM 273, Ivanhoe, TX Dodd City – City Hall –304 S. Caney St., Dodd City, TX Bailey - Senior Snap Center - 114 N. Main St., Bailey, TX Ravenna/Mulberry - Community Center- 107 Main St., Ravenna, TX Trenton - Trenton First Baptist, 230 2nd St., Trenton, TX Leonard - First Baptist 100 E. Thomas, Leonard, TX Telephone - Telephone Baptist Church, 14731 FM 273, Telephone, TX Randolph - First Baptist Church - 1099 Business Hwy 121, Randolph, TX Ector - Church of Christ - 101 Cedar St., Ector, TX Windom - Windom Baptist Church- 203 First St, Windom, TX NEW S. Bonham – Bois d’Arc Creek Cowboy Church 3301 S. Hwy 121 Bonham, TX West Bonham - (Armory) Civic Center- 1100 W 5th St., Bonham, TX Honey Grove - Lyday Hall - 540 6th St., Honey Grove, TX

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Fannin County’s Bluegrass Texan (May the “Pickin” Never End)

Holly Bond with his great grandchildren Josiah and Brailey.

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ELECT

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DON GRAMMAR

for Justice of the Peace, Pct. 2

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A few mornings back, I had the distinct pleasure of getting to meet and speak with Holly Bond and his two great grandchildren, Josiah and Brailey.

Mr. Bond met with me to share some of his memories and memorabilia of his life while playing with The Bluegrass Texans band. A band, that was a part of the history of bluegrass and was written about in a couple of books with the most recent one being the “Texas Bluegrass History; High Lonesome on the High Plains”. The book, written by Jeff Campbell and Braeden Paul has been available since September 2021 on Amazon (where it was trending number one) for anyone wishing to add it to their collection, and is currently being highlighted at the Honey Grove Library.

Holly Bond was born June 18, 1934, in the Mississippi Delta area (also known as “the most Southern place on Earth”) and came about his musical talent quite naturally as his grandpa, dad and uncles, were all country and western musicians.

My interview with Mr. Bond began with his showing me pictures of his band, various posters advertising the band’s past shows and two books detailing the history of bluegrass music in Texas. He laughed as he recalled how his group came about being one of the first groups to utilize a tour bus. Not having the funds for the purchase price of the bus, his commitment to his music and band would lead him to take up an offer the seller of the bus made him, which was for Holly to put up his wife’s new hardtop Chevy in trade for it. “I like to never got back in the house and I sure got tired of sleeping in the garage,” he said. He eventually did get back into his house and the good graces of his very supportive wife, with a little help from an expensive diamond ring. And, as luck would have it, the bus turned out to be a pretty good purchase for the group.

He recalled how the University of Texas at Arlington and San Marcos worked together on a history of Texas music and had a professor come to

Holly Bond and The Bluegrass Texans.

Courtesy photo.

visit to interview himself and the other members of their band to include them in their book, “The Journal of Texas Music History.”

In 1975, while he was a Captain with the Arlington Fire Department (his fulltime job,) he went to the University of Texas to ask if he could do a show at their Texas Hall. The three-hour show that included country, bluegrass and gospel music was a success and featured the The Singing Wills Family, Bobby Weddle & the Sons of the Santa Rosa, Earl Garner and The Bluegrass Mountaineers along with Holly Bond and The Bluegrass Texans. Held on Saturday nights, there was an admission price of $1.50 per adult. He noted how he and his band would go on to play at many other shows and festivals and specifically recalled a weekend show he and the Bluegrass Texans played in Denton, Oklahoma with Bill Monroe, Jimmy Martin, Lester Flatt and Marty Stewart. As the number of shows his band played in increased, so did his confidence.

Wanting to break into television, he eventually made his way to Bill Kirkendall who was broadcasting a country and western television show from the “Panther Hall” in Fort Worth, and he convinced Mr. Kirkendall to give him and his band an audition in the hopes of being chosen to play on his shows. His efforts paid off as they won a spot on a show called “Ted Mack’s Amateur Hour” that was considered by many to be a precursor to the “American Idol” show and was broadcast to eleven states. Their success in impressing Mr. Kirkendall, led to their band being opening acts for the likes of Dolly Parton, Jerry Lee Lewis, Porter Wagoner and Hank Williams Jr. But it wasn’t until he mentioned how he was told he would be the opening act for Earnest Tubbs that the excitement in his voice could really be heard as Earnest Tubbs had been one of his most admired artists he listened to during his teenage years.

Getting to meet and befriend admired musicians was one of the perks of his bluegrass adventure as various artists

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would ride with them in their bus (later they upgraded that bus to a motor home that slept 8 and was a much more comfortable ride.) One bluegrass band called “The Dillards” who played regularly on the Andy Griffith Show (though they were known as “The Darlings” on the show) got to be close friends with Holly Bond and would stay with him at his ranch in Monkstown while they were in Dallas. Though Holly and his wife enjoyed hosting “The Dillards” (and other celebrities,) at their home, the downside to having a celebrity park their van in their driveway, was the unnerving way strangers would walk into their home in an attempt to connect with the group.

Holly and his band played in venues as far away as Georgia, but they mainly played closer to and in Texas and when the opportunity was presented to him to make the leap to professional, full time, with a tour in Europe, the risks associated with such a choice caused him to pass on that opportunity. He mused that he would rather play music on the weekends and have the freedom of not working full time in the music industry where the risk of losing money was very real.

Wrapping up our interview, I learned that not only does Holly’s son play the guitar, but Ricky Bond also plays country & western music in a band with his friend Bobby Campbell. And, as it would seem that music is definitely in this family’s genetic makeup, his son’s son, Justin Bond, also plays the guitar.

But wait, the line doesn’t end there, as the children of Holly’s grandson, Josiah, 13, and Brailey, 15, are also learning to pick that guitar.

Holly Bond and The Bluegrass Texans (Vurlon Stidham, Richard Suddreth, Al Strebeck and R.L. Johnson) began performing in the early 1960’s and one of the last shows Holly performed in was in Dallas in 2011. Fast forward to today, and Holly says, he wouldn’t mind getting together with other local musicians to do some “pickin”.

Car Seat Check-Up Event: March 2!

By Bethany Arie, M.S. CEA-FCH/4-H

Motor Vehicle Crashes continue to be the leading cause of death for children 3 and up. Child safety seats, including boosters, are proven to be effective in preventing injuries and deaths, but 43% of children killed in crashes are found to be unrestrained. Studies show that booster seats can reduce the risk of injury by nearly 60% in children ages 4-7!

The law in Texas requires that children under 8 years old, unless taller than 4 feet 9 inches ride in a child restraint system. Most children do not reach 4’9” until about 11 years old.

To be sure you child is riding safely, come to the Car Seat Checkup Event on Wednesday, March 2 from 10 am-12 pm at 201 E 10th Street (Bailey Inglish Back Parking lot).

This event is free and open to the public.

Certified passenger safety technicians will provide a FREE inspection and may be able to provide a FREE car seat or booster if you are in need. For more information on the event, contact the Fannin County Extension Office at (903)583-7453.

Don’t take chances with your child’s safety!

Buckle every child in the proper child safety seat or seat belt on every trip!

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In Memorium Original Publish Date: February 25, 2014 James 1:2 John 16:33

During this past month I have tried to focus on some of the ways that you and I can turn life’s

adversities into moments of blessings. If we can do that, then we will understand what James 1:2 is asking for. My thought is this “there are blessings to be found amid life’s tough times.”

Sarah Young reminds us in her book “Jesus Calling” that we live in a fallen world and as a result tough times are normal.

The Bible says that we can rejoice in hardship for we have a helper, Jesus, who has overcome the world.

What I have sought to remind you of, is that you and I can find strength to overcome by tuning into God’s presence through prayer and study of His

word. We can also draw strength and support through corporate worship in the church of our choice.

I want to mention one other thing that you will find very helpful. Try thanking God for the trials. Spiritual blessings come wrapped in tough times. The premise here is this - God has a plan for your life and mine, and quite often the testings that we encounter have the design of God working His plan. I am firmly convinced that God used many of my prisoner of war experiences to bring about blessings that have lasted for a life time.

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After the war had ended in Europe and I was home on recuperation leave I made a visit to the doctor and pharmacist who had sent packages to me in prison camp. My purpose was to thank them.

God’s purpose was for me to meet for the first time the southern belle, Sarah Norman, who became my priceless companion, mother to my children and coworker in our life’s work.

God placed her in my path and my having been a prisoner of war placed me in hers.

Thank God for the trials.

Rejoice in what God is doing. The Blessings will come. They will be worth it all.

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Monday, February 14, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. Pastor Henry Shelton of the Trinity Baptist Church in Bonham led the Invocation. Mayor H L Compton then opened the Bonham City Council Meeting and established Quorum as all City Council members present.

1. Consider and take action to approve minutes of the January 10th Regular Meeting: Motion was made, seconded, and passed to approve.

2. Consider and take action to accept financial report for month ending January 31, 2022: Director of Finance Dave Struchtemeyer began his report by stating that sales tax revenue is exceeding the budget by about 5%. The general fund is showing a loss of revenue as is expected for this time of year and the staff is working with the auditors, drafting the fiscal year 2020 audit report for presentation at the February 28th Special Meeting. A motion was made, seconded, and passed to accept the report.

3. Citizens’ Opportunity to Speak: [The City Council invites persons with comments or observations to briefly address the Council for the limited purpose of determining whether the matter should be referred to staff for study and response and/or be placed on a future meeting agenda. State law prohibits the City Council from considering deliberations on any item not listed on the posted City Council Agenda]: A citizen of Bonham who is a member of the Historical Rededication Committee spoke to extend an invitation to the Mayor, City Council, and all in attendance, to attend the Rededication Ceremony, March 10th on the North side of the Courthouse at 10:00 a.m. After he spoke, the President of BEDCO, Alan McDonald spoke to introduce Gail Cooper who will be acting in the capacity of Interim Executive Director for BEDCO. Gail Cooper spoke to voice how she is looking forward to working with BEDCO and the City of Bonham.

4. Presentation of Proclamation for Achievement of Library Excellence Award: Councilman Mike Evans commended the work of the Director of Library Services John Hayden and his staff and then read the 2021 Texas Municipal Library Directors Association Achievement of Library Excellence Award Proclamation before presenting the award to him. Afterward, Mr. Hayden thanked the Council and all Bonham citizens for their support of the library.

5. Consider and take action regarding bids for Water and Wastewater Distribution System Improvements: City Manager Sean Pate went into a detailed explanation of how this

went back to the $15 million award money received a few years back from the Water Development Board and how the lowest bid received last year on a sewer project was 1.9 million over what was projected. The City, with KSA Engineering, decided to break up the project into piece schedules with the hope to get more competitive bidding as smaller utility contractors would be able to offer their bids. Explaining

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Tuesday, February 15, 2022, Fannin County Judge Randy Moore opened at 8:51 a.m., a Special Meeting of the Fannin County Commissioners Court. A quorum was established as all County Commissioners and County Judge were present.

2. Hold and Attend a public hearing to hear public comments regarding a change in zoning application for 2.85 acres on County Road 2900, Dodd City, Property ID# 83091, from A&R Agriculture to LD, Low Density SingleFamily District (or RE, Rural Estate Single Family District with a special exception to allow no less

front and back of house): Fannin County Development Services Director Di Hopkins explained why this was needed and Judge Moore asked if any had questions on this matter. When no one came forward, he asked for a motion.

3. Adjourn: A motion was made, seconded, and passed to adjourn at 8:56 a.m.

On the same da y at 9:00 a.m., Fannin County Judge Randy Moore first read the scripture verse Joshua 1:9 that his assistant Lisa Loiselle noted on his agenda and then called to order a Regular Meeting of the Fannin County Commissioners Court. Noting Quorum

had been established, Judge Moore asked Fannin County Treasurer David Woodson to introduce the pastor leading the Invocation. Mr. Woodson introduced Pastor Allan Lay of the Northside Church of Christ in Bonham to lead the Invocation. Pledges were led by Judge Moore.

4. Introductions: There were no introductions.

5. Discussion, consideration, and action regarding Courthouse Restoration: Judge Moore read the courthouse update as follows: EXTERIOR – Install South ADA ramp and start painting rails. INTERIOR – Cast Iron treads on West stair, finished 2 to 3, starting on 1 to 2; Hanging doors on 2 and 3; Finish on wood floors, 2 and 3; Install base on 2 and 3; Entry door frames delivered and installed on the South side; Electrical trimming devices and finishing lights.

6. Discussion, consideration, and action to accept recommendation from the Bois d’Arc Lake Zoning Commission to approve a change in zoning from Agricultural to RE, Rural Estate Single Family District and approve a special exception to allow no less than 30-foot setbacks in the front and back of the house; 2.85 acres, on County Road 2900, Dodd City, Property ID# 83091: Judge Moore explained this item is the matter which the hearing covered before the start of this morning’s meeting. A motion was made by Commissioner Magness to approve with Commissioner Self seconding the motion and motion passed.

7. Discussion, consider-

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ation, and action regarding Burn Ban for Fannin County: Fannin County Emergency Coordinator Troy Hudson spoke to explain how the recent precipitation was not enough to change the fire hazard that exists in Fannin County and provided a drought monitor map to back up his statement. After he spoke, Judge Moore noted that Fannin County has done very well in comparison to surrounding counties with keeping the number of uncontrolled outdoor fires in check. He thanked the media and citizenry for being knowledgeable about burn bans and exercising caution with outdoor burns. After more discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Lackey to put the Burn Ban back into effect for one week to be revisited next Tuesday.

The motion was seconded

by Commissioner Self and passed.

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Discussion, consideration, and action to approve Treasurer’s Financial Report for January 2022: Fannin County Treasurer David Woodson reported that receipts for January were $7,013,860.88; with current property taxes for January being $5,928,374.27 and local sales taxes being $145,370.34. A motion was made by Commissioner Lane to approve the report with Commissioner Lackey seconding the motion and motion passed.

9. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve Treasurer’s Investment Report for January 2022: Mr. Woodson reported the interest in January on the TX Pool Accts was $117.25; the 2020 Bond money interest was $.67, and the interest on the Operating Business Money Funds was $3.89. A motion was made by Commissioner Lane to approve with Commissioner Self seconding and the motion passed.

10. Discussion and report of monies collected by the County Clerk office for January 2022; Courts: $18,352.22, Land Records: $40,086.75: Fannin County Auditor Alicia Whipple noted there was a correction needed with the Courts monies. Instead of $18,352.22, it should read $17,992.22. She further clarified the total to be $58,078.97. Judge Moore noted this was for discussion only.

11. Discussion and report of monies received by the Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 office for January 2022: $4,558.00: No action needed.

12. Discussion, consideration, and action to amend the Fannin County Juror Request for Pay to remove the Habitat for Humanity from the list of agencies at the request of the Auditor’s Office: Judge Moore noted that Juror Pay can be donated to a choice of charities named on a list and since there is no Habitat for Humanity in Fannin County anymore, it needs to be removed from that list.

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missioner Lane to amend the list with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion and motion passed.

13. Discussion and report of monies collected by the District Clerk’s office for October 2021: $29,171.76, November: $17,574.13, and December 2021: $23,713.20: No action needed.

14. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve Auditor monthly reports for January 2022: Alicia Whipple reported the General Fund YTD $8,043,812.99 in Revenue; Expenses for General Fund - $4,386,730.07 currently putting the County roughly $3.6 million ahead with all other funds in the black as well. A motion was made

by Commissioner Magness to approve the report with Commissioner Lane seconding the motion and motion passed.

15. Discussion, consideration, and action to execute a lease for Statzer Land between Fannin County and Richard and Sherrie Sells: Fannin County Purchasing Agent Michelle Case explained the intricacies of this lease, and a motion was made by Commissioner Self to execute the lease with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion and motion passed.

16. Discussion, consideration, and approval of a Resolution relating to establishing the County’s intention to reimburse itself for the prior lawful expenditure of funds from the proceeds of tax-exempt obligations to be issued by the County for authorized purposes; authorizing other matters incident and related thereto and providing an effective date: Judge Moore explained this is just a step needed to be taken to assure the County has options down the road regarding any future financial projects (i.e.: Fannin County Justice Center). Commissioner Self made a motion to approve with Commissioner Magness seconding the motion and motion passed unanimously.

17. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve Modification of Intergovernmental Agreement between Fannin County and the United States Marshals Service, Modification No. 3, addition of language to Sections: Medical Services, Guard Services, Restrictive Housing and Suicide Prevention and adding Sections: Video Conferencing, Voter Registration, Body Camera Information Requests: Judge Moore explained this was added into the contract for the County Jail involving no additional costs to the County. A motion was made

by Commissioner Magness, seconded by Commissioner Lane, and passed to approve.

18. Discussion, consideration, and action to replace Commissioner Magness as Chair of the Lake Ralph Hall Zoning Committee with Newt Cunningham:

Commissioner Magness explained why he requested this, noting he would be staying on the Committee as a member, just not as the Chair. He then made the motion to approve this action with Commissioner Lane seconding the motion and motion passed.

19. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve payment of bills: A motion was made, seconded, and passed to approve.

20. Public Forum: A citizen of Bonham who is involved with the local Cub Scouts wanted to commend four officers (and their supervisors who supported them) for their voluntary work during a Valentine’s Day fundraiser. Those officers were: Mathew Morales and Gian Carlo Puccini with the Fannin County Sheriff’s Office; Stephanie Aragon with the Sherman ISD PD and Patrick Howell with Bonham PD. Another citizen of Bonham spoke to commend the Commissioners Court for their efforts to assure the County’s interest with all the financial developments coming into the county.

21. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Deliberation regarding Real Property – a closed meeting will be held pursuant to *551.072 of the Government Code for deliberation regarding the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property where deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with a third person – regarding property for future Justice Center: Motion was made, seconded and passed to enter into executive session (for all four listed on the agenda) at 9:47 a.m.

22. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Deliberation Regarding Contract(s) Being Negotiated – a closed meeting will be held pursuant to *551.0725 of the Government Code for deliberation regarding business and financial issues in relation to contract(s) being negotiated whereas an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the Commissioners Court in negotiations with a third person – regarding courthouse restoration contracts: See item 21 23. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Deliberation Regarding Contract Being Negotiated – a closed meeting will be held pursuant to *551.0725 of the Government Code for deliberation regarding business and financial issues in relation to contract(s) being negotiated whereas an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the Commissioners Court in negotiations with a third person – regarding the contract to hire a financial adviser for tax abatements for battery storage facilities: See item 21 Continued

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EXECUTIVE SESSION: Consultation with Attorney – a closed meeting will be held pursuant to *551.071 of the Government Code; (1) when the governmental body seeks the advice of its attorney about: (A) pending or contemplated litigation; or (B) a settlement offer; or (2) on a matter in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with this chapter – regarding opioid litigation: See item 21 25. Discussion, consideration, and action regarding Real Property Executive Session: Motion was made, seconded, and passed to enter back into Regular Session at 1:13 p.m. Judge Moore noted at this time, attorneys are looking at some contracts.

26. Discussion, consideration, and action regarding Courthouse Contracts Executive Session: Commissioner Lackey made a motion to move $600,000.00 into the Courthouse Fund that will be reimbursed when we get our retainers back from Texas Historical Commission. Motion

was seconded by Commissioner Self with the suggestion to specify which fund the $600,000.00 would be moved from. It was then noted it would be taken from the ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) account to go into the Courthouse Restoration Acct. Judge Moore explained THC will reimburse the 10% of $6 million withheld when the courthouse project began when everything is 100% completed but until then in order to pay contractors waiting for their due, this action is needed. The motion then passed.

27. Discussion, consideration, and action regarding Financial Adviser Executive Session: Judge Moore explained how this was in regard to acquiring the consulting services of Capex Consulting Group. Commissioner Magness made the motion to engage in a contract with Capex Consulting Group for the Preparation of Abatement Agreements, Development Incentives, and Related Negotiation Services. Commissioner Lane seconded the motion and motion passed unanimously.

28. Discussion, consideration, and action regarding Opioid Consultation with Attorney Executive Session: Judge Moore noted this is regarding opioid settlement funds the County may be re-

ceiving, that a final decision did not have to be made until March 10th and it will be revisited at the next Commissioners Court.

29. Comments by County Commissioners and County Judge: Commissioner Lane thanked all for attending, reminded all to get out and vote, heed the burn ban and have a wonderful week. Commissioner Self echoed Commissioner Lane’s comments and wished all a good lunch. Commissioner Magness urged all to honor the burn ban as it is in effect for at least another week and will be looked at again next week. Commissioner Lackey repeated Commissioner Magness’s comments about the burn ban, noted he would be in a conference next week and not able to attend Commissioners Court, and wished all a good week. Judge Moore thanked all for coming and mentioned how pleased he was to see on an opioid map how much better Fannin County has fared in comparison to other counties in reference to the few cases of opioid addiction existing in this county. He also noted his appreciation for last night’s Cub Scout presentation.

30. Adjourn: Motion was made, seconded, and passed to adjourn at 1:25 p.m.

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Our little band of volunteers could use some help to get the last pockets of tangled thorny brush cleared out from Shilo Cemetery. This 170-year-old cemetery had been abandoned over 40 years before we stepped in to rescue it -- just as covid shut things down. Most of the past work has been by hand and it’s been painfully slow, considering that Shilo covers almost two acres. A couple of people

with experience using weed saws (string trimmers with blades) to clear the brambles and saplings, and chain saws to cut up fallen branches and small trees, would go a long way. And the more of us to gather and drag the debris out of the cemetery, the faster it will go. Thanks to Preston Blackmon for allowing us to pile the brush outside the cemetery on his land for later removal by his crew, AND for

installing a perimeter fence – so no more feral hogs and cattle trampling the gravestones. Provided it’s not muddy, we’ll start at 8:00 a.m. and go until 5, -any length of time you can help out will be greatly appreciated.

Please contact Marianne Jones at 1texjones@gmail.com or Larry Standlee at jcmoore1825@ live.com for directions and to confirm. Hope to see you there!

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Letter to the Editor

February 15, 2022

So some of our local Republican candidates tell us in their ads that they will eliminate the property tax. But what they don’t tell you is how they will keep our cities, counties, and school districts going without the biggest portion of their revenue. If you like having public schools, police departments, sheriff’s deputies, an operating jail, street repairs, passable county roads, judges, juries, up-to-date school buildings, paid teachers, paved streets, and so forth, don’t vote for those right-wing extremists!

What do they plan to cut when they get rid of the property taxes? Property taxes fund anywhere from 45% to 70% of the annual budget of our local governments and school districts. What do they plan to replace tax revenue with? A $10 per gallon gas tax? A 50 cents on the dollar sales tax? Toll collectors on every county road and city street? $5,000 tuition bills for each child that wants to go to elementary school? These people are crazy! Show me some city or county or school district that has eliminated all of their property taxes—I want to know where that is and how they did it. Show it to me.

These absurd promises and proposals are just that—absurd! They can’t deliver because they have no idea how to do what they are proposing. They are only throwing out ridiculous ideas to appeal to their wealthiest supporters, and to make you think they are more conservative than their opponent. I don’t need to tell you what I think they are more of!

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Bonham Police Department Logs 02/09/2022 – 02/15/2022

Report: February 9, 2022 – 1300 BL N. Center St., Arresting Officer – Sgt. Jim Lewis. A 19-year-old male was arrested for Accident Involving Damage to Veh. Report: February 9, 700 BL E. 8th St., Arresting Officer – Cpl. Zachary Williamson. A 36-year-old male was arrested for Other Agency Warrant.

Report: February 9, 300 BL E. Sam Rayburn Dr., Arresting Officer – Ptl. Patrick Howell. A 30-year-old male was arrested for Poss CS, Evading Arrest, Parole Violation Warrant and Tampering w/ Evidence.

Report: February 9, 400 BL Chestnut St., Arresting Officer – Cpl. Garrett Swatsell. A 52-year-old male was arrested for Criminal Trespass.

Report: February 10, 2200 BL Island Bayou Rd., Reporting Officer – Cpl. Zachary Williamson. A call for service was received in reference to Theft.

Report: February 10, 600 BL N. Center St., Arresting Officer – Sgt. Jim Lewis. A 57-year-old female was arrested for Disorderly Conduct.

Report: February 11, 400 BL N. Center St., Arresting Officer – Sgt. Brookshire. A 33-year-old female was arrested for Reckless Driving and Traffic – Accident Involving Damage.

Report: February 12, 500 BL Lipscomb Blvd., Arresting Officer – Ptl. Blake Garcia. A 34-year-old male was arrested for DWI w/ Child, Obstruction/ Retaliation, Resist Arrest and

Other Agency Warrant.

Report: February 13, 800 BL S. 4th St., Arresting Officer – Sgt. Cory Brookshire. A 37-year-old male was arrested for Assault (FV).

Report: February 13, 2000 BL SH 121 N., Reporting Officer – Ptl. Kenneth Harris. A call for service was received in reference to an Information Report.

Report: February 13, 1500 BL Pine St., Arresting Officer – Ptl. Kenneth Harris. A call for service was received in reference to Public Intoxication.

Report: February 14, 2000 BL SH 121 N., Reporting Officer – Cpl. Zachary Williamson.

A call for service was received in reference to Reckless Damage (Info).

Report: February 15, 2000 BL SH 121 N., Reporting Officer – Cpl. Zachary Williamson.

A call for service was received in reference to Theft (SL).

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7. Consider and take action on a Specific Use Permit for 1400 Maple, 1402 Maple, 1403 Maple, and 1405 Maple to change 542 CR 4026 SAVOY, TX. 75479 the zoning from singlefamily residential to multifamily residential: Director of Community Development 00 Mark Kinnaird spoke to describe the proposal for 8 00 residential units which will be four 2,400 sq ft buildings with each being two 1,200 sq ALL BILLS PAID WITH ft duplexes on each lot. He noted that the Developer, WIFI & ON-SITE LAUNDRY Footprint Residential, builds --$ 2 5 00 / m o * 5 x 10 Storage quality housing and relayed the approval of the P&Z $ 3 5 00 / m o * 10 x 10 Storage --Commission. He then invited owner Brian Bridgewater to speak to the council. Mr. Bridgewater took questions about his development and noted the units would be 3 bdrm, 2 bath units with granite countertops, and each unit has its own separate Some insurance companies are “running for the hills” backyard space. After a few and canceling mobile home policies because the home more questions, the motion is “too old” or “out in the country.” Not us! was made by Bill Chapman, seconded by Councilman If you have a mobile home, we want your business today!

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903-564-7444 9. Consider and take action to appoint individuals to the Planning and Zoning Commission: Mark Kinnaird spoke to explain the reason for this and stated his reasons for recommending Curtis Smith and Bryan Frazier to fill the positions on the P&Z Commission. A motion was made by Michael Evans, seconded by Bill Chapman, and passed unanimously.

10. Consider and take action on Request for Proposals for an exclusive service contract for solid waste collection and disposal services: Sean Pate explained that this contract will be expiring on March 31st and noted that he believes more work needs to be done before this decision is made. After hearing comments from citizens in attendance, a motion was made by Wayne Moore to table this decision until a committee sets a date to discuss with low bidder Sanitation Solutions. Motion was seconded by Kevin Hayes and passed.

11. Consider and take action to approve an order calling for a general election to be held on May 7, 2022, to elect Council members from Ward Nos. 2, 3, and 4 and a special election to be held on May 7, 2022, for Ward No. 1 unexpired term: City Secretary Heather Stockton explained this item. A motion was made by Michael Evans to approve, seconded by Kevin Hayes, and passed.

12. Consider and take action on the following items related to May 7, 2022, City of Bonham General and Special Election: Heather Stockton explained that because there will be Federal and State issues on the ballot in this election, the County Clerk will need to be the Early Voting Clerk in this election and explained the hour differences and why the polling place needs to be at the Roy V Floyd Community Center. A motion was made

by Michael Evans to approve the changes with Kevin Hayes seconding the motion and motion passed. a.) Appoint the Fannin County Clerk as the Early Voting Clerk: b.) Designate two days for an extended hour early voting from 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.: c.) designate the Roy V Floyd Community Center, 1100 W 5th St, as the polling place for both early voting and Election Day voting: 13. Hold a public hearing and consider and take action on establishing guidelines and criteria governing tax abatement agreements: Mayor Compton called in to order the Public Hearing at 6:27 p.m. Sean Pate explained this hearing was the tax abatement process and noted this has to do with what is a joint effort between BEDCO, the City of Bonham and Fannin County with one

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of the local manufacturers.

He noted that the intent is 2/4/20 to issue some form of tax

abatement over some time so the manufacturer will be able to recapture some of the capital investment the manufacturer will be making.

He noted that the next step will be the application for an abatement to be considered by the council. A citizen asked a question regarding requirements posed on a manufacturer before a tax abatement is granted. Mr. Pate answered her question and noted this manufacturer has already created 175 high-paying jobs for the community. After a few more comments, Mayor Compton called the hearing concluded at 6:31 p.m.

Motion was then made by Kevin Hayes to establish guidelines and criteria with Wayne Moore seconding the motion and motion passed.

14. Consider and take action on a resolution setting dates, times, and place for public hearings on the proposed annexation of approximately 43.25 acres of land, authorizing the publication of such public hearings and directing the City Manager, or his designee, to prepare a service plan for an area that the city intends to annex into the city limits: Michael Evans noted that he would have to recuse himself and abstain from any vote on this item as he had previously represented Brian Simpson and Stanford Luxury Homes.

Sean Pate explained how this is a request for voluntary annexation (land located on Silo Rd being a part of the O.H.P. Wood Survey, Abstract Number 1194,) and how this is the initial process that is required by law to annex land into the city limits. Mr. Pate went on to say that this development would involve approximately 150 new homes and in his opinion be a great-looking subdivision.

He noted that the first public hearing involving this request for annexation would be Monday, February 21, 2022, at 5:15 p.m. at City Hall right before the BEDCO meeting and the second public hearing would be on February 28, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall. Kevin Hayes made the motion to approve with Wayne Moore seconding the motion, and motion passed.

15. Receive 2020 Racial Profiling Report from the Bonham Police Department as required by Article 2.131 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure: Chief Mike Bankston noted the report he was turning in was the 2021 report and asked if there were any questions.

There were no questions. No action is necessary.

16. Adjourn: Motion was made, seconded, and passed to adjourn at 6:37 p.m.

Mayor Compton thanked all for attending the meeting and reminded everyone to buy local and keep Bonham Beautiful.

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I’m asking for your vote 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 Supporters:

“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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A tribute to my son, Steven Whatley on his birthday in heaven. Steven was born 2-16-1981 and left our lives 1015-2021. Thank you to everyone who sent cards of condolences, sent flowers, and offered up prayer during his illness and at his passing. His service was in Fort Worth where he had lived most of his life. So many people attended, it was a testament to his character.

Steven loved music; played the base clarinet in high school and taught himself to play guitar like his brother of the heart Seth. He was into sports, from little league at 5 y/o to managing some Fantasy Football leagues as an adult. The Cowboys were his team and he always attended opening day at the Rangers games. He would “shoot hoops” with anyone willing. He loved board games and “lady luck”. He worked out regularly. He wore a prosthetic and could do anything. He was an inspiration to many and our “superhero!” He once caught fire and was in Parkland Burn unit for a few weeks. He handled it

with true grit, indomitable.

He loved the holidays, the meal had to be traditional. he dressed as Santa on Christmas Eve to deliver gifts to his nieces and nephews. He and I both had some fabulous Halloween costumes over the years. He was fun. A natural comedian saw the humor in everything.

He had a really cool car and traveled all over the USA. He went back to college in his 30’s and completed his coursework during the pandemic shutdown, thus was unable to celebrate or walk across the stage. He was regretful about that.

Steven loved his family, adored his sisters. He cultivated life long friendships. He was married once and had a couple of long-term romances.

They were all there at the end to honor him, they cried as hard as we did. Steven was a good guy! He wasn’t perfect but tried to grow with grace and learn to be a better man. Steven was thoughtful, kind, and humble, also funny. As they say: “Someone somewhere remembers Steven because he was kind to them when no one else was.” He was our superhero. We miss him. Happy Birthday in Heaven. Love You Forever, Mom!

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Precinct 1 Commissioner Edwina Lane Pct. Barn Location: 8865 Highway 56 W (2 miles east of Savoy) Savoy, Texas 75479 Phone: 903-965-7030 Email Address: elane@fanninco.net Precinct 2 Commissioner A.J. Self Pct. Barn Location: 500 N. Highway 69 Leonard, Texas 75452 Phone: 903-587-3455 Email Address: aself@fanninco.net

Precinct 3 Commissioner Jerry Magness Pct. Barn Location: 18101 East FM 1396 (Just off Hwy 82) Honey Grove, Texas 75446 Phone: 903-378-2941 Email Address: precinct3@fanninco.net Precinct 4 Commissioner Dean Lackey Pct. Barn Location: 1369 East Highway 56 Bonham, Texas 75418 Phone: 903-583-2039 Email Address: dlackey@fanninco.net

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Alzheimer’s Progression

By Scott Finley You may have spoken with someone living with Alzheimer’s disease today and not known it. That’s because there are three distinct stages of the disease.

In the first, called early stage or mild Alzheimer’s disease, a person may function independently. He or she may still drive, work and be part of social activities. Despite this, the person may feel as if he or she is having memory lapses, such as forgetting familiar words or the location of everyday objects.

Friends, family or others close to the individual begin to notice difficulties. During a detailed medical interview, doctors may be able to detect problems in memory or concentration.

The second is called middle stage, or moderate Alzheimer’s disease; it’s typically the longest stage and can last for many years. As the disease progresses, the person with Alzheimer’s will require a greater level of care. During the moderate stage of Alzheimer’s, the dementia symptoms are more pronounced. A person may have greater difficulty performing tasks, such as paying bills, but they may still remember significant details about their life.

You may notice the person with Alzheimer’s confusing words, getting frustrated or angry, or acting in unexpected ways, such as refusing to bathe. Damage to nerve cells in the brain can make it difficult to express thoughts and perform routine tasks.

The third, or late stage is called severe Alzheimer’s disease.

In the final stage of this disease, dementia symptoms are severe. Individuals lose the ability to respond to their environment, to carry on a conversation and, eventually, to control movement. They may

still say words or phrases, but communicating pain becomes difficult. As memory and cognitive skills continue to worsen, significant personality changes may take place and individuals need extensive help with daily activities.

So, the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease worsen over time, although the rate at which the disease progresses varies. On average, a person with Alzheimer’s lives four to eight years after diagnosis, but can live as long as 20 years, depending on other factors.

Changes in the brain related to Alzheimer’s begin years before any signs of the disease. This time period, which can last for years, is referred to as preclinical Alzheimer’s disease.

Remember, you can always get the latest information about the Association’s COVID-19 emergency preparedness guidelines for Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers in long-term or community-based care settings here: https://alz.org/professionals/professional-providers/ coronavirus-covid-19-tipsfor-dementia-caregivers

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U.S. teenagers, TxDOT’s “Teen Click IT or Ticket” campaign is urging teens to buckle up in every seat for every ride.

A seat belt offers the best protection in a crash, but sadly, seat belt use remains low among teen drivers and passengers. In 2020, 46% (138 of 300) of teen drivers killed in vehicle crashes were not wearing a seat belt.

“We want to remind teens to take responsibility not only for themselves but also for those who are riding in their vehicle. Everyone must buckle up,” said TxDOT Executive Director Marc Williams.

“One simple click of a seat belt can save a life.”

Throughout the month of

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February, the “Teen Click It or Ticket” campaign will be highly visible, seeking to reach Texas teens with its seat belt safety message.

The outreach will include TV, digital advertising and social media. Additionally, an interactive element will be introduced as the campaign makes visits to 11 high school campuses across the state with its “Teen Click It or Ticket” vehicle.

Teens will also be educated on Texas law which requires drivers and all passengers to wear a seat belt. Unbuckled drivers and passengers — even those in the back seat — can face fines and fees of up to $200.

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Creative Arts Center Artist of the Month March, 2022

Press Release - The Creative Arts Center in Bonham is proud to announce Jack Champion has been selected as Artist of the Month for March!

The entire East Gallery Exhibit has been dedicated to displaying Jack’s work for the month, and we hope that you stop by the Creative Arts Center located at 200 West 5th Street in

Bonham to experience it. Our exhibit opening celebration has been scheduled for Friday March 11th at 6:00pm in conjunction with our monthly Open Mic Night & Potluck where you can also enjoy the poetic talents of Jack Champion!

“I have always liked to draw pictures as far back as 5 years old,” Jack states, however it’s been “within the last 5 months that my beautiful wife of 30 years, Donna, and I have rekindled our passion for Art. We like working with Pastel Chalk, Pastel Pencils, and Acrylic Paints”.

Jack was born, raised, and graduated High School in Caddo, OK where he was the Art-

Jesus Needed To Die

By Mike Dickison (Minister of the Ivanhoe Church of Christ) That Jesus died on the cross is a documented fact. Why did Jesus die? Was it necessary? Would the church exist without it?

God appointed that Jesus die on the cross. Isaiah records that “the LORD hath laid on him the iniquity of us all” and that “it pleased the LORD to bruise him; he hath put him to grief: when thou shalt make his soul an offering for sin…” (Isaiah 53:6, 10). Jesus said, “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” (John 3:16).

The death of Jesus was necessary for redemption. Paul also wrote that, “the scripture hath concluded all under sin, that the promise by faith of Jesus Christ might be given to them that believe (Galatians 3:22). We find that “without shedding of blood is no remission” (Hebrews 9:22). It is also stated that “it is not possible that the blood of bulls and of goats should take away sins” (Hebrews 10:4). John understood the

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ist for “The Cat’s Paw” school paper. He attended Oklahoma State Tech in Okmulgee, OK and majored in Commercial Art. Jack entered the US Marine Corp Boot Camp in 1969, went to Vietnam from 1971-1972 on the U.S.S. Coral Sea Aircraft Carrier. He later served with the Air Force Reserves, Oklahoma Army Air National Guard, and Army National Guard in Texas before retiring from the Army National Guard in Dec. 2004 as an E-7, S.F.C. Jack spent the next years working in technical publications and as a Graphic Artist for companies like Texas Instruments while volunteering as artist for the Lemon Lines site paper and attending various community college courses and life-drawing classes.

Eventually Jack retired from the City of McKinney Water Department in 2012, and moved to Bailey in 2013. sacrifice of Jesus in stating, “Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world” (John 1:29).

The death of Christ was essential for the existence of the church. Jesus promised to build his church, “I will build my church; and the gates of hades shall not prevail against it” (Matthew 16:18). Paul said to the Ephesian elders that Christ’s church was “purchased with his own blood” (Acts 20:28).

Jesus died because God appointed it, redemption demanded it, and the church was promised. Consider the words of Paul, “But God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ” (Galatians 6:14).

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Reggie and his wife, Stephany, have three children and are active members of the First Baptist Church of Van Alstyne.

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Chicken Wings, Food Prices Increase Ahead Of Big Game

By Jennifer Whitlock Field Editor-Texas Agriculture Daily

That snack spread for Sunday’s big game will be more costly this year as inflation and supply chain issues continue to take their toll.

Overall, food-at-home prices, which is meant to encompass standard groceries and typical products Americans need to make meals at home, rose marginally in January 2022, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported.

The 1% increase was a welcome relief after months of rising indexes. Overall, in 2021 the food-at-home index increased 6.5%.

Meat, poultry, fish and eggs rose 12.5% over the course of 2021, hitting Americans deep in their pocketbooks.

Now, chips and dips, pigs in a blanket, burgers and many other common foods Americans love to eat during the big game have risen in price anywhere from 2-20%.

Poultry and chicken wings Chicken wings are one of football fan’s favorite foods.

Wholesale wing prices are down 19% from the high last May, which translates to just a small increase at the retail level. Chicken wings are only up about $0.30 per pound on average, according to the National Chicken Council (NCC).

The increase in price can be attributed to unusually high demand, record input costs, labor shortages that have reduced the supply of many goods, and government spending programs that have flooded the economy.

Greater demand and less supply equals higher prices, ultimately resulting in the highest inflation our country has seen in 40 years.

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“There will be no wing shortage,” NCC spokesperson Tom Super said. “Like almost anything else you buy right now, wings might be a little more expensive, but they’ll be stocked. I just wouldn’t wait until kickoff to be in line or order online.”

Chips and dips The average price of potato chips (of any flavor) has risen from $4.50 per 16 ounces in February 2019 to as much as $5.27 over the past 12 months, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis.

The cost of potato chips has gone up an average of 6.5% since the COVID-19 pandemic began. In 2021, potato chip prices settled a bit, averaging a 2.7% increase across the entire year.

Want some guacamole to go with those chips?

Wholesale avocados cost about $26 per 20-pound crate right now, making this year’s dip the costliest guacamole ever served.

Although the green fruits typically go up in price in the weeks before the big game, this year’s big increase is multifactorial, according to Bloomberg News. High demand, labor shortages, higher production costs and wage hikes have contributed to higher prices at wholesale and then again at retail.

Cheese—the main ingredient in queso and ohso-necessary for quesadillas, nachos and more game day delights—decreased slightly in 2021. Cheese and related products were down 0.6% in December 2021 over December 2020.

Pork and beef Bacon, which rose about 20% last year, is still sizzling hot. But there’s good news for those who can’t live without bacon-wrapped

jalapeños on game day.

Bacon prices stayed flat from November to December.

At the highest, BLS data shows bacon was about $7.32 per pound on average in 2021.

It’s now hovering around $7.21 nationally.

Pigs in a blanket are probably going to be a little bit more expensive, though.

Breakfast sausage and related products, like cocktail wieners and hot dogs, star ingredients in the doughwrapped appetizers, saw a 12.8% increase in cost during 2021. In December, that

category was up 1.4% from the prior.

Beef costs more these days.

Overall, beef and veal rose an average of 17.6% in 2021.

Ground beef , necessary for hamburgers and chili, soared 16.5% last year. A pound of 100% ground beef excluding round, chuck or sirloin now costs Americans about $4.60.

Lean or extra-lean ground beef is $6.31 per pound, nearly an all-time high.

Other beef items like boneless stew meat, ribeye steak and sirloin steak are up, too.

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Case IH Farmall 80 2wd Tractor with Cab/Air Loader, 12/12 Transmission, 3,200 Hours Case IH 685 2wd Tractor with Canopy, Diesel New Holland T6.155 2017 MFWD Tractor with Cab/Air, New Holland 845TL Loader, 16/16 Powershift, Air Seat, Instructional Seat, 3-SCV 1,115 Hours CLEAN New Holland 7740 2wd Tractor with Cab/Air Loader, 12/12 Transmission, 4-SCV, Loader is Plumbed in Rear, 6,596 Hours New Holland TL80A 2004 2wd Tractor with Cab/Air, Deluxe, New Holland 52LB Loader, Joystick, 2-SCV, 1,773 Hours New Holland Workmaster 45 MFWD Tractor with ROPS, Canopy, 8/8 Transmission, Loader, 1-SCV, 465 Hours Ford 7700 2wd Cab/Air Tractor with Allied Loader, New Rear Rubber, New A/C

Ford 7600 2wd Open Station with 8/2 Trans with Dual Power, Front Weights, 3 Point PTO Ford 3910 2wd OROPS, 8/2 Trans, 3 Point PTO, Power Steering Kubota M7-171 MFWD Tractor with Cab/Air, Loader, Front and Cab Suspension, 24 Speed, 4-SCV, 837 Hours Kubota M8540 MFWD Tractor with OROPS, 8/8 Transmission, 2-SCV, 1,264 Hours Kubota M6040 MFWD Tractor with ROPS, Canopy, 8/8 Transmission, Loader 1-SCV, 1,115 Hours

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Kubota L3200 MFWD Tractor Loader, Gear Drive, 235 Hours Mahindra 6500 MFWD Tractor with ROPS, 8/8 Transmission, Loader with Grapple, 2-SCV, 101 Hours Kioti DS4510 MFWD Tractor with Loader

EQUIPMENT

John Deere 569 5x6 Round Baler with Twine and Wrap, Megawide Plus, Big Tires, Bale Kicker, Monitor John Deere 568 5x6 Round Baler with Twine and Wrap, Megawide Plus, Big Tires, Bale Kicker, Monitor, Clean Local Baler John Deere 469 4x6 Round Baler with Twine and Wrap, Megawide Plus, Big Tires, Bale Kicker, Monitor, Clean Local Baler

John Deere 469 4x6 Round Baler with Twine and Wrap, Megawide Plus, Big Tires, Bale Kicker, Monitor John Deere 468 2007 4x6 Round Baler with Mega Wide Plus, Wrap and Twine, 540 PTO, 14,700 Bales New Holland RollBelt 460 2015 4x6 Round Baler, Silage Special, Wrap, Big Tires, 540 PTO, Monitor, 7,500 Rolls New Holland BR7070 2010 4x6 Round Baler with Twine and Wrap, Monitor Massey Ferguson 1756 5x6 Round Baler with Wrap, 540 PTO, Monitor Massey Ferguson 1745 Round Baler with Switch, 540 RPM New Holland H6830 2015 Pull Type Disc Mower 10'4" Cutting Width, 540 RPM John Deere 1010 24' Field Cultivator with Bush Hog 6 6' Pull Type Rotary Cutter Harrows, 3 Point Servis Chico 6' 3 Point Rotary Cutter John Deere 1010 24' Flat Fold Pull Type John Deere MX5 5' Rotary Cutter with Field Cultivator Chain Guards, LIKE NEW John Deere Surflex 21 Disk Hay King SPDM 40-22/9 16' Tandem John Deere 3 Bottom Moldboard Disk, 40 Blades, 9" Spacing, 21" John Deere 7 Shank Pull-Type Chisel Blades, Notched Fronts, Smooth Big Ox 6 Shank Ripper Rears Graham-Hoeme 12 Shank Pull Type Krause 4904 21' Pull Type Tandem Disk, Chisel 18" Blades, 9" Spacing, Tine Harrow Rhino Post Hole Digger with 9" Auger John Deere 1640 12' Tandem Disk, Frontier BB2060 5' Box Scraper with Notched Blades Scarfiers, LIKE NEW John Deere 1630 13'6" Pull Type Tandem King Kutter 6' Box Scraper 3 Point Disk, 23" Blades, 11" Spacing 16' Pipe Cattle Guard

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903-815-9947 - Clint Catching - TAL #10281 903-821-3762 - Chad Catching 903-821-0939 - Tom Catching Fruehauf 1985 5,000 Gallon Tanker with Rubber Liner, 3" Lines, Honda Pump International Durastar 4300 2010 Diesel, Automatic Single Axle, Air Brakes, 27' Dry Box with Lift Gate, 212,736 Miles

Exmark Lazer Z Commercial Zero Turn with 60" Deck, Kohler Engine, 566 Hours John Deere Z510A Zero Turn Mower with 48" Deck, Kohler Motor, 345 Hours John Deere XUV855M S4 Diesel Gator with 4x4 Winch Ranch Armor Top, Windshield, 459 Miles, 75 Hours, LIKE NEW

Ford F-350 XL 1999 1-Ton 2wd Pick Up Truck with Welding Bed, 7.3L Diesel, Dual Rear Wheels, 5 Speed, 142,000 Miles Ford F600 1973 Single Axle 330 V-6, 5+2 Trans, 17' Bed with Twin Hoist, 2-Owner, Original Miles 55,189 Gooseneck 24x6 2004 24x6 Stock Trailer with Tarp, New Floor, No Title John Deere 825i Gator 2016 4x4 Gator with Power Steering, Windshield, Camo, 2,168 Hours/15,159 Miles W-W 16x6 2003 16' Gooseneck Hitch Stock Trailer, Bar Top with Tarp, NICE Can Am Defender XT HD8 2019 2 Seat UTV with Winch, Diff Lock, 4x4, 787 Hours 6,746 Miles Farm Boss Fuel Trailer, 1,000 Gallon Tank, 20GPM Fill-Rite Pump, Lincoln Hose Reel, LIKE Kubota RTV900 Diesel 4x4 UTV with Power Steering, Quail Hunter Special, 4 Dog Box, Water Tank and High Seat, NEW! Used One Time 1,613 Hours Tandem Axle Dog Trailer with 8 Kennels (2) All Season Quail Feeders (4) Pond King Floating Fish Feeder with Anchor and Solar Power

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How Texas’ power grid failed in 2021 — and who’s responsible for preventing a repeat

By Mandi Cai, Erin Douglas and Mitchell Ferman, The Texas Tribune Feb. 15, 2022 “How Texas’ power grid failed in 2021 — and who’s responsible for preventing a repeat” was first published

by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.

Voters decide who’s responsible for overseeing the power grid in Texas. The power plants that generate electricity, the wires that carry it to households, and the businesses and operators that manage it all fall under the purview of the governor.

Most power plants run on natural gas, an industry that is regulated by the Texas Railroad Commission, a three-member board elected statewide.

How the grid works The power grid is made up of many different companies that generate electricity with natural gas, coal, nuclear power, wind and solar energy before transmission companies send it to homes and businesses.

Retail electric providers handle the finances, selling power to

customers.

About 60% of Texas electricity customers choose from among dozens of power retailers on an open market. Electricity producers such as Calpine and Vistra

By Brooke Park and Joshua Fechter, The Texas Tribune Feb. 16, 2022 “Texas voters will decide whether to lower some property tax bills in May election” was first published

by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.

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Texas voters will decide whether to lower some

property taxes that fund schools in a May 7 special election.

Two propositions will be on the statewide ballot. Gov. Greg Abbott officially set the upcoming election date Wednesday.

The first proposition would draw down property taxes for elderly and disabled Texans by reducing the amount they pay to public schools, which typically makes up most of a homeowner’s tax bill. The state would then cover that reduced revenue for school districts. The measure would cost the state more than $744 million from 2024 to 2026.

Corp. generate the power, while retailers such as Gexa Energy and Tara Energy sell it to residents and businesses.

Since many power plants in Texas rely on natural gas as a fuel source, the state’s natural gas supply chain

is critical to the flow of electricity.

What went wrong during the February 2021 winter freeze During the power grid crisis, all sources of

electricity struggled during the frigid temperatures. The inability of power plants to perform in the extreme cold was the No. 1 cause of the outages last year.

During the February 2021 winter storm, transmission

companies inadvertently cut power to parts of the natural gas supply chain when ERCOT ordered the utilities to reduce power demand or risk further damage to the grid. That decision aggravated the problem as natural gas producers were unable to deliver enough fuel to power plants. At the same time, some wells were unable to produce as much natural gas due to the freezing conditions.

The Texas Legislature in 2021 ordered electricity regulators to require power plants to better prepare for extreme weather. The Public Utility Commission has imposed some early requirements, such as requiring plants to winterize based on previous federal guidance, but lawmakers did not require the Texas Railroad Commission, which regulates the gas industry, to quickly impose weatherization standards.

Emily Albracht contributed to this story. The Texas Tribune is a nonpartisan, nonprofit media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them – about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.

Texas voters will decide whether to lower some property tax bills in May election The second measure would raise Texas’ homestead exemption from $25,000 to $40,000 for school district property taxes, which would save the average homeowner about $176 on their annual property tax bill. If approved, this measure would cost the state $600 million annually.

The state will use a $4.4 billion surplus to pay for the measure’s first-year cost, but as of October, it was unclear where future funding would come from.

Both measures passed during special legislative sessions last year with bipartisan support from lawmakers.

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Fishin’ Report

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Week of February 16, 2022 Cooper GREAT. Water starting to appear in the catfish bite has picked up lightly stained; 47 degrees. creeks for the spawn. Blue over baited holes using Blue catfish are scattered catfish are super great in prepared baits in 35-45 shallow and deep near 25-35 feet of water drifting feet of water. Largemouth structures drifting and with cut gizzard shad, bass are good in water 3-5 anchoring with cut shad. some bites shallow in feet slow rolling square bill Report by Johnny Ward, 6-15 feet of water. Bass crankbaits and throwing Ward’s Catfish Guide are good on suspended brush hogs.

Shallow Service. crankbaits, jigs, deep docks are working best.

Fork FAIR. Water diving crankbaits and soft Report by Captain Stained; 46-47 degrees; plastics in 10-25 feet of Michael Littlejohn, Lake 6.22 feet low. Bass bite water on structure with Tawakoni Guide Service. has been slow most days, some fish suspended. Fish are scattered due but is picking up. Viper XP Square bill bite is picking to the flip flopping north jigs are working around up in 1-5 feet of water. and south winds. Trophy big wood in 3-6 feet of Ray Roberts FAIR; Water blue catfish deeper 30-50 water. Z-Man chatterbaits lightly stained; 49 degrees; feet of water after a front, and spinnerbaits are 01.07 feet low. White bass moving shallower when good around ditches and continue to be fair on the water warms. The fish creeks in 2-5 feet of water silver spoons moving into are lethargic and the bite around big wood. Surface creek channels. Crappie slow so use smaller cuts temperatures dropped to are slow on minnows and of carp, buffalo, or drum the mid 40’s for the first jigs. while drifting. When the time this winter right before Tawakoni GOOD. water warms up anchor warming up last week. Water lightly stained; 49 fishing will bring the fish Crappie bite has been a degrees; 2.31 feet low. in the boat. Report by little slower after the cold Following the arctic blast Thomas Whitenton, Slime front, but getting better we have had some very and Scales Guide Service. by the day with some warm temperatures and Texoma GOOD. Water fish weighing in around the water temperature has lightly stained; 43-46 two pounds. Still catching risen six degrees on the degrees; 1.29 feet low. lots of fish out deep in main lake. This has our Striped bass continue to 54-56 feet of water, but hybrid and striped bass on be excellent with several have started to migrate the move. Look for fish in 10-12 pound catches. to spawning areas in 20- the 25-35 feet range using Fish off ledges in 18-25 35 feet of water. Best bite soft plastic swimbaits. feet using Alabama rigs, using minnows, the jig bite Blue catfish have been or deadstick with flukes should pick up as water good up to 64 pound to bring those larger temperatures rise. Seems catches on cut gizzard bass in the boat. Some like we are catching way shad and cut bluegill. white bass mixed in with more black crappie out These fish are on the stripers. Report by John deep, and white crappie move right now and can Blasingame, Adventure in the shallower areas. As be found literally from 2-45 Texoma Outdoors. we move into the spring feet of water. The channel bite we will see mostly white crappie.

Lavon GOOD. Water lightly stained; 48 It’s Time To Stock degrees; 4.05 feet low.

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New Report Shows Hunting Accidents in Texas are at a Record Low

AUSTIN - Hunting-related accidents in Texas are at an all-time low since Hunter Education became mandatory in 1988, according to the 2021 Texas Hunting Accident Report released by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD).

Of more than 49,000 certifications in 2021, Texas experienced only one fatality and 11 accidents statewide, according to the report.

“In 2021, three quarters of the incidents were what we call ‘swinging on game outside of a safe zone of fire,’” said Steve Hall, the Hunter Education Coordinator for TPWD. “This is the most common mishap in Texas besides careless handling in and around vehicles. The cardinal rule of hunting and shooting safety is keeping the muzzle of a firearm always pointed in a safe direction.”

This marks a significant decrease since 1988, when more than 18,000 Texans received their Hunter Education certification but reported 12 fatalities and 70 accidents throughout the state. As more Texans have taken to the field and obtained their Hunter Education certification, these numbers have greatly improved. Even prior to Hunter Education becoming mandatory in 1988, TPWD has offered hunter education courses since 1972, certifying nearly 1.5 million students. Today, Hunter Education is required for every hunter in Texas (including out-of-state hunters) born on or after Sept. 2, 1971. The minimum age for certification is nine years of age and certification is good for life.

There are two course options for anyone who needs to take Hunter Education. The basic classroom course includes six hours of instruction plus skill exercises, a review and then a final exam. These types of courses are most often held in schools or in an indoor venue. The online course, combined with a field course, has two parts: a free online course that should be completed first, and then

Texas Lake Levels +/as of 2/17/22

Arlington -3.92 Benbrook-6.47 Bonham -3.23 Bridgeport-4.19 Cedar Creek-1.52 Eagle Mountain -2.45 Fork-6.20 Granbury-0.56 Grapevine-1.38 Joe Pool -1.71 Lavon-4.01 Lewisville-1.91 Pat Mayse-2.50 Possum Kingdom -2.50 Ray Hubbard-1.81 Ray Roberts-1.09 -0.03 Tawakoni-2.25 Texoma -1.23 Toledo Bend -2.81

the field portion that typically takes a minimum of four hours to complete. The field course contains a presentation on ethical and responsible hunting, participation in a hunting skills trail, a live-fire exercise, a review of regulations and a final exam.

There is also an onlineonly course that is restricted to anyone 17 years of age or older. Online coursework varies from two to four hours depending on pre-knowledge, age, reading level and other factors.

Hall offers other tips that will help ensure a safe experience for hunters whether they’re at their home, in transit to their hunting spot or spending time in the field.

Unload all firearms when not in use, especially in the home, in transport and in the field until ready to shoot.

Keep your fingers outside of the trigger guard until ready to take a shot.

Waterfowl hunters should wear protective clothing, waders and approved life jackets while in boats or around water, especially in winter months.

Drowning ranks as the number one hunting incident for these hunters.

For dove, quail and pheasant hunters, the number one incident is swinging on game outside a safe zone of fire.

Communicate and stick to your safe zone of fire and never shoot towards another hunter, buildings or structures, or domestic animals such as cows.

Be sure of your target- what is in front of and behind the target.

Wear blaze orange to be seen by other hunters.

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planted and harvested area, yield, production, and value of hemp in the United States.

By value, the top utilization for hemp grown in the open was floral at $623 million. The top utilization for hemp grown under protection was floral at $64.4 million.

The survey found that 82% of hemp farmers are male and 52% of respondents reported that farming is their primary occupation. The report also contains additional information about hemp farmer characteristics, including years operating a farm, age, and race.

Broken down by utilization, U.S. totals for hemp grown in the open in 2021 were: Floral hemp production was estimated at 19.7 million pounds; utilized production totaled 15.7 million pounds.

Area harvested for floral hemp was estimated at 15,980 acres.

The average yield for floral hemp was estimated at 1,235 pounds per acre. The value of floral hemp totaled $623 million.

Hemp grown for grain totaled 4.37 million pounds; utilized production totaled 3.96 million pounds. Area harvested for hemp grown for grain was estimated at 8,255 acres.

The average yield for hemp grown for grain was estimated at 530 pounds per acre. The value of hemp for grain totaled $5.99 million.

Hemp grown for fiber was estimated at 33.2 million pounds; utilized production totaled 27.6 million pounds.

Area harvested for hemp grown for fiber was estimated at 12,690 acres. The average yield for hemp grown for fiber was estimated at 2,620 pounds per acre. The value of hemp grown for fiber totaled $41.4 million.

Production of hemp grown for seed was estimated at 1.86 million pounds; utilized production totaled 1.68 million pounds. Area harvested for hemp grown for seed was estimated at 3,515 acres. The average yield for hemp grown for seed was estimated at 530 pounds per acre. The value of hemp grown for seed totaled $41.5 million.

Broken down by utilization, U.S. totals for hemp grown under protection in 2021 were: Production of hemp for transplants and clones totaled 20.2 million plants; utilized production totaled 18.0 million plants. The value of hemp grown under protection for transplants and clones totaled $23.8 million.

Production of floral hemp was estimated at 310,421 pounds; utilized production totaled 256,124 pounds. The value of floral hemp totaled $64.4 million.

Hemp grown for seed totaled 4,059 pounds; utilized production totaled 3,121 pounds. The value of hemp grown for seed totaled $23.7 million.

Access the full report on the NASS website. Hemp data are also available in NASS’s online Quick Stats database.

Feb. 15, 2022-Texas A&M AgriLife CENTRAL No rainfall was reported following heavy rainfall last week. Some areas were showing signs of soil erosion from heavy runoff. Stock tanks were filling nicely. Wet conditions halted fieldwork.

Frosty conditions continued to impact winter oats and limited potential recovery for late winter grazing. Winter wheat was showing good hardiness to nightly freezes. The cold was limiting weed development.

Overall, crops were in poor to fair condition. Livestock were in fair shape, and producers were supplemental feeding heavily.

EAST Drought conditions continued across most of the district.

Subsoil and topsoil conditions were adequate to short.

Ponds and creeks were low.

Much more rainfall was

needed to relieve current conditions. Winter forages were performing very poorly compared to a normal year.

Pasture and rangeland conditions were very poor.

Cattle market prices were up from last week, but head numbers remained low due to weather. Livestock were in fair to good condition with supplemental feeding taking place. Wild pigs remained a problem for producers.

NORTH Topsoil moisture throughout the district was short to adequate. Parts of some counties reported small amounts of rain but that more was needed going into spring. Temperatures dropped into the 20s and 30s at night, and sustained winds continued to dry the little soil moisture received. Winter wheat improved slightly across the district. Livestock were in good condition, but

water tanks were becoming a concern and pond levels were significantly low for this time of year.

ROLLING PLAINS Weather was pleasant but remained dry with very little farming activity. The ground dried after last week’s snowfall. Some areas reported almost 1 inch of moisture from the snow, but most areas reported the snow delivered very little moisture. Wildfires were still a concern. Row crop tillage was postponed due to overly dry conditions. Winter forage crops that were planted either never germinated or died after germination.

Irrigated wheat looked good.

Dryland winter wheat looked very poor, and cattle producers were supplemental feeding livestock heavily. Stock tank water was becoming an issue in some areas. Hay supplies were tightening.

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The survey collected data for hemp grown in the open and hemp under protection.

Planted area for industrial hemp grown in the open for all utilizations in the United States totaled 54,152 acres.

Area harvested for all utilizations totaled 33,480 acres. The value of U.S. hemp production in the open totaled $712 amillion. The value of production for hemp that was grown under protection in the United States totaled $112 million.

Area under protection totaled 15.6 million square feet.

“The release of this landmark report provides a needed benchmark about hemp production to assist producers, regulatory agencies, state governments, processors, and other key industry entities,” NASS Administrator Hubert Hamer said. “Not only will these data guide USDA agencies in their support of domestic hemp production, the results can also help inform producers’ decisions about growing, harvesting and selling hemp, as well as the type of hemp they decide to produce. The survey results may also impact policy decisions about the hemp industry.”

The 2021 Hemp Acreage and Production Survey collected information on the total

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VIOLET JOAN (BRADLEY) HAMMAN

We think of you in silence, We often speak your name, But all we have are memories, And your picture in a frame.

RICHARD JOSEPH DAVIS SR

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Arrangements have been entrusted to Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home Bonham, TX. To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www.coopersorrells.com

Bonham, TX-Violet Joan (Bradley) Hamman, age 82 was born in Wylie, TX on September 25, 1939 to John and Daisy (LaFon) Bradley. She united with her Lord and Savior peacefully on Tuesday, February 8, 2022 while “SAM” WORD at home surrounded by her loving family after a short battle with Crossword Puzzle Sponsored By: cancer.

Joan married Wayne Nelson Hamman in 1989 in Plano, Bonham, TX - Richard Joseph TX; he preceded her in death Davis Sr, 81, of Telephone, Texas, WWW.GFCF.ORGon November 1, 2019. She passed away on February 10, retired from a customer service 2022 at TMC Hospital in Denison, returns representative for a Facebook: Glaser-Family-Charitable-Foundation Texas. Richard was born on communication company that May 28, 1940 to Frank Joseph Bonham, TX-Andre Michel started out as Collin Radio then Davis and Marcella Hermann in Lenz, age 82, of Celina, TX sold and became Rockwell Chicago, Illinois. Marcella and was born on February 20, International, sold again, and Billy Jack Houston was born Frank had five kids, Frances, 1939 in Lausanne, Switzerland became Alcatel. After retirement April 7, 1932 in Honey Grove Richard, Patricia, John and Kevin to Ernest Joseph Lenz and Funeral services for Samuel Eli Texas. He went home to meet his Davis. After graduating from Joliet Genevieve “Ginnette” (Zuberer) “Sam” Word, age 77, of Ector, Lord Jesus on February 12, 2022.

Township High School in 1968, he Lenz and joined our Heavenly Texas, were held at 10:00 AM Billy Jack was a graduate from went on to become a police officer Father in eternal life on Monday, Hello everyone!

Tuesday, February 15, 2022, in Sul Ross State University in Alin Chicago for a few years before February 7, 2022 during his stay The Bible tells us in Revelation the Wise Funeral Home Chapel. pine Texas. moving to Texas. at the Sam Rayburn Memorial 4:10-11, The four and twenty Bro Cody Nelson officiated.

Burial Puzzle He received a Bachelor’s Crossword Sponsored By:DeHe moved to Texas in the 1970’s Veterans Community Living elders fall down before him followed in the Windom Cemetery. gree in Education and a Masters and married Lorretta Smith. They Center in Bonham, TX. Sam passed away on February that sat on the throne, and in Educational Administration. had four children, Richard Joseph Andre served honorably in worship him that liveth for 11, 2022, in Sherman, Texas.

His teaching career began in Jr, Dicky Joe, Victor Marlon, & the United States Army Special ever and ever, and cast their Sam was born on November 16, Odessa, Texas. He moved to Michelle Ann. Forces (Green Berets) from crowns before the throne, 1944, in Bonham, Texas, the son Bonham in the summer of 1962 Richard married Teryl Ann February 1962 to December saying, of Eli Moss Word and Emojean and has been a proud resident Conner in 1984 and they had 1964. He served in Vietnam as “Thou art worthy, O Lord, to Spelce Word. He married Janis ever since. three kids, Joey Lee Edmondson, part of the 5th Special Forces receive glory and honour and Shepherd Nelson on July 24, He became a Principal at SteTerry Joe (TJ) Davis and Beth Ann Group. Following his service in power: for thou hast created 1993. After high school, he took phenson Kindergarten in 1970 Davis. the U.S. Army, Andre worked all things, and for thy pleasure a train to Chicago to receive his Until 1986.

Richard, also known as RJ, was in the sales industry for the they are and were created.”

Electrician Certification and then He moved to be a Principal at a force of nature, determined to majority of his career and owned Sometimes when we are began his career at Campbell’s I.W. Evans in 1987 and stayed provide for his family and give AM Lenz Distributors prior to his complimented for something Soup Company in Paris, Texas there until he retired in 1989. them the life he felt they deserved. retirement. where he was an electrician for After retirement he went back good that we’ve done, we His family meant more to him Andre Michel Lenz married tend to let the praise go to our over 38 years. Sam was also a again as a Park Ranger at Mt than anything else in the world, Victoria “Vicki” LaRue (Webb) heads. This is a very dangerous farmer for many years, a former Rainier. something he often mentioned.

Lenz on July 3, 1975 in Miami, thing. Whenever we use our member of the Windom ISD In 1949 he met the love of his He was a friend to many and OK. Andre lived the majority of talents in His service, all the school board, worked for the life, Thelma Louise Henley, whom was always willing to help the his adult life in Lamar, MO with praise and the glory needs to City of Ector for many years, and he married on May 10, 1951. community. You could always Vicki, where they raised their go to the Lord Jesus Christ, was a member of the Church of Immediately after they got marpick him out in a crowded room, three children. He loved Missouri where it belongs. He, and He Christ. He was a member of the ried, he went to the front lines of all you had to do was listen for and always considered it “home”. alone, is worthy of our praise.

Ector Masonic Lodge and enjoyed Korea. the booming voice. One of his Andre enjoyed horseback riding, playing the fiddle, camping, wood After he left the military Billy Jack This week, I am once again favorite hobbies was going to the fly fishing, playing golf and working, and enjoyed family enjoyed fishing and watching turning to the writings of one antique store and bringing home spending time with his family gatherings and visiting with family football. He enjoyed a lifetime of of the most well-known hymn a big haul of all different types and friends. and friends. He was preceded in traveling across the country and writers in music history, Fanny of art, lamps, and sculptures. He He is survived by his wife, Vicki death by his parents, his sister especially enjoyed recounting his Crosby. She has written many was known around town in his Lenz of Celina, TX; daughter, Cathy Latimer, and grandson travels to family and wonderful wonderful classic hymns, such younger days with his loud trash Jennifer McCoy and husband Joshua Randell Nelson. friends. as “He Hideth My Soul”, trucks, roll-off trucks, and Harley Kelby of Celina, TX; son, Sam is survived by his wife He loved sharing his stories and “My Saviour First of All”, Davidson’s.

Zachary Lenz and wife Jen of Janis Word of Ector; children, relished his mornings socializing and her most well-known Richard was predeceased by Dallas, TX; daughter Ashley Jamie Word of Windom, Cynthia with friends at the hospital cafetehis parents, Frank and Marcella Lenz and husband AJ Rome of Horton and husband Brenton of ria and Braum’s.

Davis, and his two siblings Elgin, TX; grandchildren, Ryan Honey Grove, Randy Nelson and Above all other pursuits in life, Frances Patricia Klecka and McCoy, Maddox McCoy, Holt wife Raven of Virginia, Donna Billy Jack held his family highest John Patrick Davis, and his son Lenz, Hudson Lenz, Hart Lenz, Wilkerson of Frisco, Jennifer and foremost.

Dicky Joe Davis. He is survived and Remington Rome.

Brooks and husband Kevin of Kindhearted, considerate, and by the following kids and He is preceded in death by Lannius and William Nelson and helpful to all, he was a devoted grandchildren: Richard Joseph his father, Ernest Lenz; mother, wife Hollie of Lannius. husband and loving father and Jr and Sandra Davis with their Genevieve “Ginnette” (Zuberer) He is also survived by his grandfather to the end. two kids, Keith Joseph Davis and Guldner; stepfather, Dr. Edmund grandchildren Amber Word and Billy Jack is survived by his wife, Seth Joseph Davis, Victor and Guldner; sister, Christiane Tanner Beattie, Holden Horton Thelma, and daughters, Janna Lisa Davis with their four kids, Guldner; and brother, Bernard and Kendyl White, Jade Horton, Houston of Colorado, Jackie Sarah Ashley Voorheis, Kayle Lenz.

Ashlee Arnold and Jack, Hannah Houston of Las Vegas, and a son Dawn Davis, Justin Tyler Davis, Graveside services with Clark and Larry, Emily Hopkins Mark Houston from Alpine Texas.

Richard Glen Davis. Michelle and military honors will be held at and Clark, Courtney Wilkerson, Grandchildren Kelly Adams Danny Yarbrough with their two 11:15 am on Monday, February and Ryan Brooks; and his great of Colorado, Mindy Gillespie of kids, Casey Nichole Blesi and 28, 2022 at the DFW National grandchildren Mason Taylor, Zoie Kansas,Zeke Houston of OklaCLUES ACROSS Cameron Drew Blesi. Joey Lee Father Martin Moreno 47. Halfway 17. Consist ofCemetery. two elements Arnold, Taylie Arnold, Hux Arnold, homa. 8 Great-grandchildren.

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Ussery presided over the celebracollected four kids, Hunter Shane Davis, 22. “The Centennial State” Funeral Home Cooper-Sorrells Pallbearers were Holden Horton, tion of life, that was held at First Jaxtyn Wayne Davis, Taylor11.

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Dylan Allen, Jerry Harper, Kelwith their three kids, Christopher 19. Wastes To convey condolences or sign You away may sign the online62. guest ly, Don Manhart, Bob McCraw,J Periods in one’s life 29. Buzzing insect Bryce Lane, Trip Tucker Williams an online registry please visit register at www.wisefuneralhome.

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she went to work for Schlumberger and worked until her health would not allow her to. Joan enjoyed watching crime dramas like Perry Mason, Matlock, and Murder She Wrote. Recently she enjoyed watching wrestling. Joan was a loving mother, sister, and friend.

She attended Lamasco Baptist Church and is of the Christian faith.

Joan is survived by son, David Michael Hockett; daughter, Tammy Herd; brothers, J.R. Durst, Richard Durst II, Roy Glenn Durst, and Bobby Durst; and sister, Wanda Collum.

In addition to her husband, she is preceded in death by her mother, Daisey LaFon; father, John Bradley; and siblings, Maxine, Charlene, Laura Beth, and John Bradley III. Memorial services, celebrating the life of Violet Joan Hamman will be at 1:00 pm. on Saturday, February 26, 2022 at the Lamasco Baptist Church. Pastor, Dr. Jeff Johnson will officiate.

Arrangements are under the direction of Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home Bonham, TX. To convey condolences or sign an online registry please visit www.coopersorrells.com.

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In another one of her most popular hymns she wrote: “To God, be the glory, great things He hath done, So loved He the world that He gave us His Son, Who yielded His life an atonement for sin, And opened the Life-gate that all may go in.

Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, Let the earth hear His voice! Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, Let the people rejoice!

O come to the Father through Jesus the Son, And give Him the glory, great things He hath done!”

If you are looking for a good church home, we invite you to come visit and worship with us here at Central Baptist Church!

Like we always say, visitors are our honored guests, and we hope to see you this coming Lord’s day!

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NOW HIRING! CDL drivers with recent driving experience and a clean driving record. Home daily. Driving radius within 3 We’ll Help You Target the Best Local Opportunities! hours of Fannin County, TX. Ability to use forklift, tarping and flatbed experience a plus, but will train the right driver. Please come in IMMEDIATE person to complete an OPENINGS FOR application: 3765 County THE FOLLOWING Road 2135, Telephone, TX POSITIONS 75488 or call 903-664-2332 HVAC Technicians, THE CITY OF BONHAM ask for human resources.

Journeyman Electrician, Public Works Department HVAC/Electric Is accepting applications and THE CITY OF BONHAM for a City Mechanic Apprentice and Helpers.

Public Works Department Requirements: This is a Competitive wages based Is accepting applications labor position that involves on experience, vacation and for 2 positions of Street preventive maintenance company paid insurance.

Dept. Equipment Operator I. For more information call and repair of City of Bonham Requirements: Experience equipment and vehicles. 903-583-4018 or apply in in heavy equipment person at Blain Service Preferred work history of operation, street repair and related vehicles, machinery, Company, 7258 N Hwy 78 construction; perform heavy and equipment to include; in Ravenna. manual labor and work in all heavy and light equipment, types of weather conditions.

CNC Lathe/ Mill Machinist roadway vehicles, vehicle $13.78 hourly to include paid POSITION OPENINGS air-conditioning, vehicle vacation, sick time, personal B.F. Gammon Tool & Die is Electrical wiring, hydraulics, time, retirement. Medical, welding, and gas and diesel accepting applications for dental, and vision insurance immediate openings for vehicles and machinery. available at minimal costs. $20.50 hourly to include paid CNC Lathe/Mill Machinist Applications are available and also someone with vacation, sick time, personal Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm time, retirement. Medical, Gear Cutting experience. at Bonham City Hall, 514 40 hours per week plus dental, and vision insurance Chestnut St., Bonham TX Full benefits available at minimal costs. overtime.

75418 or online at www. including paid healthcare, Applications are available cityofbonham.org. Positions Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 retirement benefits and open until filled. The City holiday, vacation and sick pm at Bonham City Hall, of Bonham is an Equal 514 Chestnut St., Bonham pay. Climate controlled Opportunity Employer. shop.

7:30am-4:00pm, TX 75418 or online at www. cityofbonham.org. Positions 5 days per week. Send KENNEL WORKER open until filled. The City resume via email to NEEDED of Bonham is an Equal brett@bfgammon.com.

Full time position. Must be 903-583-3597 Opportunity Employer. able to live on premises.

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We are currently looking for smiling faces who have a passion for working with children. Full-time and part-time positions available. Must be 18 or older and have a high school diploma. Apply in person.

Furnished house, new appliances, utilities furnished, land line telephone, satellite TV, and salary. Job duties include feeding dogs, cleaning pens twice daily, moving dogs and general upkeep of the kennels. NO PETS. For further information and interview appointment please call 903-664-3453 or 903-486-7172

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CLASSIFIEDS CLASSIFIEDS RED RIVER HEALTH CARE Now hiring home care providers for Bonham, Bailey, Denison, Greenville, Ivanhoe, Sherman, and Commerce.

Must be 18 years of age with no criminal history and have own transportation with car insurance. No certification required. Call 1-800-2896555 for more info.

FOR SALE: 2000 Dodge 1500 Extended Cab. Excellent condition- Mileage 148K, $9,000. Ask for Ron, 972-816-5634.

NORTH TEXAS SAFARI PARK Is hiring for these positions: • Animal Care Staff • Park Keepers • General Labors Weekends are Manditory FULL TIME - PART TIME Apply: northtexassafaripark@ gmail.com or call: 903-718-0305

FOR SALE Sawmill for sale. Bandsaw, new, never been used, trailer mounted. Cut 18” x 20’ foot long. Selling due to health. $8,500 firm.

Call: 903-647-8031

NP FARMS ENTERPRISE LLC Looking to hire farming experienced employees.

Pay will depend on experience. Call Nathan Prater 903-449-2904. !!! LOOKING for an EXPERIENCED Man or Woman Bookkeeper / Payroll Needed urgently Part time 2-3 hrs, $30 per 2 hours, for more info kindly email below: justinsmith3330@gmail. com !!!

HELP WANTED HELP WANTED Must be able to work days, help throwing birds, and general clean-up. Full time positon but could arrange 2 part time positions.

Bonham, TX area. Call 605670-9175.

HELP WANTED APPLY at Tobacco Beer Wine Shop 151 N. Center, Bonham, TX. Part-Time Retail Exp. with tobacco. Weekends Required. No Phone Calls.

AUCTIONS CASH AUCTION 804 N. Pecan, Bells TX. Saturday, February 26th At 10:00 am.

Retiring, Everything must go. Trailers, Riding Mowers, Push Mowers, Tillers, Vehicles, and Building Materials. For more info.

Call 903-336-8646.

THE FOLLOWING VEHICLES WILL BE SOLD AT PUBLIC AUCTION ON FEBRUARY 22, 2022 AT 9:00 am, at Pro Auto LIC:0549592, 103 N Main St., Bonham, TX 75418. https://www.tdlr.texas.gov 2008 VOLV S40 2002 DODG PK 2003 DODG LL 2014 NISS 4D 2002 CHEV PK 1995 DODG PK

AUTOMOBILES FOR SALE: 2004 Dodge Ram, Red. 220 Chestnut St., Bonham. 903-583-3000.

FOR SALE: 2005 Chevrolet Impala, Silver. 220 Chestnut St., Bonham. 903-583-3000.

FOR SALE FIREWOOD FOR SALE in Dodd City.

Call 903-267-2745.

FREE!

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Call 903-583-2468.

GARAGE SALES GRANNY’S PLACE & GRANNY’S CHRISTMAS STORE RESALE SHOP. 10 S. Plaza in Ladonia, TX. Wed-Sat, 10am-5pm.

See us on Facebook.

Call 903-367-7095.

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

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

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

GREAT NEWS! E.L. Finney’s General Store Will finally be opening, again! At 405 N. Main, Bonham. Vendors, please contact me ASAP, as we will be able to move in, beginning Monday, Feb. 21, 2022. Call/ text Connie @ 903-227-9568.

TUTORING SERVICES Math, Reading, & Writing.

20 Years Experience.

Dawn Cox, Howe, Texas.

903-819-1260.

PETS FREE PUPPIES Lab mix, around 8 weeks old. Call 214-310-8048.

FREE TO GOOD HOMES Anatolian/ Great Pyrenees Puppies, 8 weeks old.

Cute, cuddly and healthy.

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ROBERT’S HEATING and AIR Licensed and insured. Free estimates. 24 hour service.

We accept all major credit cards. Financing Available.

Robert Fuller, owner and operator.

License# TACLB27431E Call 903-647-0816.

CLASSIFIEDS MUNOZ LAWN CARE & TREE TRIMMING All kinds of fences built and repaired too. For estimate call: 903-267-2503 PROFESSIONAL PAINT & DRYWALL REPAIRS: Cracks, holes, patches, water damage, sheetrock repair, ceilings, walls, matched texturing. Interior/ Exterior Painting. 40+ years experience. Call Johnny @ 903-209-6958 TEXAS BEST HANDYMAN & REMODEL: Over 20 years experience. No job too small. Free estimates.

Call Eric Baldwin 469400-4086. Serving Grayson and Fannin Counties.

FARM and LAWN MAINTENANCE Tree service, landscaping, brush clearing, fence of any kind, pipe fence painting, power washing, house painting, flagstone patios, gravel driveways, lot mowing, gutters and drainage, concrete demolition, any odd jobs. Call Jose Vazquez at 903-227-5898 or 903-583-1259.

EBS YARD WORK • Zero Turn Mowing • Tree Cleanup • Small Skid Steer Work • Haul Away Trash Serving Professionally For 25 Years. Psalms 119 903-436-2296 HOME REPAIRS & REMODELING Kitchens, baths, additions, cabinets, carpentry, decks, porch covers, fencing and siding. Drywall repairs and painting. Call Billy at 903-413-4338.

LIBERTY MOVING Local and long distance moves. Residential and office. Insured and bonded.

Located in Leonard, TX. Call 940-391-9298 or 940-390-9978.

STAPP TREE TRIMMING AND REMOVAL Hauling, Storm Damage, Demolition Work, Dead Wood Removal, Licensed and Bonded. Over 25 Years Experience. Call 903-5837888. “Cheaper than the cheapest. Give me a call, I can handle it all, guaranteed.”

ART LESSONS Valley Creek Studio Drawing and painting for adults and youth.

Homeschoolers welcome!

Custom artwork.

Katherine Kluger 903-227-8143 RENT A STORAGE UNIT IN BONHAM Several large units are available starting at $74.95 with electricity. Unit sizes up to 10 ft. x 22 ft. Gated parking spaces start at $44.95. Located at 400 Katy Blvd. Contact less rental online 24/7 at www.brightstartstorage@ gmail.com For more information call Randy at (903) 292-0657.

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

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PUBLIC NOTICE CAMPSITE RESERVATIONS at LAKE BONHAM HAS CHANGED. The new campsite reservation system for Lake Bonham Recreation Area is up and running. To access the new site go to: www.cityofbonham.org BONHAM BEST STORAGE UNIT AUCTION! NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Saturday, March 26th @ 10:00 am Complete contents (misc. items) of self-storage unit(s) will be sold to satisfy landlord’s lien.

Sale will be held Saturday, March 26th @10:00 am at 2624 N. Center St., Bonham, TX. Seller reserves the right to withdraw the property at any time before the sale. Unit’s contents sold for cash to highest bidder. Property includes the contents of units.

BIBLICAL UNITARIAN FELLOWSHIP BIBLE STUDY Sundays 10 AM 903-744-3794 228 County Road 1281 Along Hwy 82, 6 miles west of Bonham

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All prayer requests will be held confidentially.

Your name, request, and contact information will not be shared or sold.

Send your requests to Bonhambelieves@gmail. com

LOOKING TO BUY 1 acre up to 3 acres. From Bonham to Sherman or Denison areas. Call 936-525-7380.

REAL ESTATE HOUSE FOR RENT 3-2-carport, office, large kitchen, quiet country location. Bonham schools.

994 CR 4700, Trenton. $1500/month.

Call 469-301-5403.

FOR RENT Commercial Office Space Commercial Office Space, 1609 North Center Street, Suite D, Bonham, TX 75418. Approx. 2000 sq. ft., Great Location, High Traffic, Lobby, Executive Suite, Conference Room, Break Room, 5 Private offices, 3 bathrooms, storage closet, Parking in front and back.

Call 903-583-0225 or 903640-3635 for showing.

520 S. Center Bonham, TX 75418 2 offices, bathroom & storage area, Plenty of parking space. $750 per month (utilities not included) Call or text 903-583-0108.

OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT 225 to 300 sq. feet or build to suit. 2501 N Center ST. Bonham. 903-583-9527.

220 E. 1st St Bonham, TX 75418 6500 SF Total. 3500 SF Warehouse w/concrete floors & loading dock. 3000 SF Office w/approx 8 offices, large meeting room space, 2 restrooms, kitchen area, HVAC, recently remodeled. $2,500 per month (utilities not included).

Call or text 903-583-0108.

I buy Junk Cars and Tractors.

903-436-2067.

David Lee

PUBLIC NOTICE

Tillman Infrastructure, LLC is proposing to build a 295-foot Self Support Tower (310-ft w/appurtenances) located at 477 FM 2216, Honey Grove, TX 75446.

Structure coordinates are: (N33-43-56.99/ W95-54-22.27). The tower is anticipated to have FAA Style E (dual medium intensity) lighting.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Antenna Structure Registration (ASR Form 854) file number is A1208734. Interested persons may review the application at www.fcc.gov/asr/applications by entering the file number. Environmental concerns may be raised by filing a Request for Environmental Review at www.fcc.gov/asr/environmentalrequest within 30 days of the date that notice of the project is published on the FCC’s website. FCC strongly encourages online filing. A mailing address for a paper filing is: FCC Requests for Environmental Review, ATTN: Ramon Williams, 445 12th Street SW, Washington, DC 20554.

GRANT SERVICES PUBLIC NOTICE

The City of Bonham is soliciting service providers for one or more Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) grants from the Texas Division of Emergency Management, Texas Water Development 2/22/22 Board and/or other sources, including Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities, and/or Flood Mitigation Assistance. Accordingly, the City seeks to contract with a qualified service provider for pre-award and post-award management of HMA project(s). Please submit 4 copies of your proposal of services and a statement of qualifications to Attn: Heather Stockton, City of Bonham 514 Chestnut St Bonham, TX 75418. Proposals must be received by the City no later than 2:00 p.m. on March 10, 2022 to be considered.

The City reserves the right to negotiate with any and all proposers, as per the Texas Professional Services Procurement Act and the Uniform Grant and Contract Management Standards. Minority Business Enterprises, Small Business Enterprises, Women Business Enterprises, and labor surplus area firms are encouraged to submit proposals. The City of Bonham is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

The City of Bonham plans to apply for the upcoming Texas Hazard Mitigation Assistance Grant(s) from the Texas Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) Program of the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), Texas Water Development Board (TWDB, and/or other sources, including Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities, and/or Flood Mitigation Assistance Accordingly, the City is seeking to contract with a qualified engineering 2/22/22 firm to conduct an engineering study if applicable, determine scope of work and prepare all preliminary and final design plans and specifications, and to conduct all necessary interim and final inspections. These services are being solicited to assist the City in its pre-award and post-award engineering services of its proposed HMA project(s). Please submit 4 copies of your proposal of services and a statement of qualifications for the proposed services to Heather Stockton 514 Chestnut St Bonham, TX 75418. Proposals shall be received by the City no later than March 10, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. to be considered. The City reserves the right to negotiate with any and all individuals or firms that submit proposals, as per the Texas Professional Services Procurement Act and the Uniform Grant and Contract Management Standards. Minority Business Enterprises, Women Business Enterprises, and labor surplus area firms are encouraged to submit proposals. The City of Bonham is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Servicios de traducción están disponibles por peticion.

Fannin County 2022 March 1st Republican Primary Office

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Newt Cunningham Bill Carey

County Court at Law

Charles Butler

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April Gibbs Shonda Magness

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Tammy Biggar

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Louise Goodwater

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Bob Clemons Don Grammar

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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 system.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Janet Irene Rowe, Deceased, were issued on February 15, 2022, in Cause No. PR -2021-13021, pending in the County Court at Law of Fannin County, Texas, to: Kimberly Ina Martin.

All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o: Michael S. Evans Attorney at Law 308 North Center Street Bonham, Texas 75418 DATED February 17, 2022. /S/ Michael S. Evans Michael S. Evans Attorney for Applicant State Bar No.: 24057841 308 North Center Street Bonham, Texas 75418 Telephone: (903) 640-4300 Facsimile: (903) 640-4344 E-mail: fannin.lawyer@gmail.com

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North Texas Municipal Water District Wastewater Facilities Receive National Peak Performance Recognition

WYLIE, TX – Feb. 16, 2022: The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) earned National Association of Clean Wa-

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“These awards are a result of the dedication to service by our operators, maintenance and engineering crews,” said David Brewster, Assistant Deputy for Wastewater. “Our staff live

and work in the communities we serve, and ensuring proper treatment of wastewater flows before release back into our streams and waterways is our top priority.

Congratulations to our entire team for this prestigious honor.” He shared that NTMWD earned this honor by meeting a strict adherence for compliance to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) permit requirements.

NTMWD 2020 Awards: • Platinum – Panther Creek Wastewater Treatment

Creative Arts Center to Host Book Launch for Amy Jones Neville, Author “Revival, A Story of Loss, Betrayal, Darkness and the Journey into Light”

Press Release - Come meet Author, Amy Neville and get your autographed copy of her book during her book launch at Creative Arts Center, located at 200 W. 5th Street, Bonham, TX on Saturday March 26th from 3:00pm5:00pm. Complimentary refreshments will be served.

Revival is a true story that journeys into the psyche of trauma, betrayal, and devastation revealing the dark places of the heart and soul where faith is not easily found. As a former crime scene investigator, Amy Jones Neville investigates the events and happenings that brought great loss, trying to answer the question, “Where are you, God?” Rather than dismissing things she doesn’t understand as mere coincidence or happenstance, Amy uses her scientific process and training to look at the world with a lens of discovery, attempting to turn chaos into an explanatory chain of events. Amy’s explanations and writings will inspire hope to those looking for the answer to the same question.

“The Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.”

-John 1:5 About the Author: Amy Jones Neville was raised in the small town of Leonard, Texas. She has a Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science with minors

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Amy served as a crime scene investigator from 2009-2019 and has a knack for spotting irregularities and coincidences amidst a forest of details. She now teaches high school science, including Forensics. Amy still applies her scientific lens to the world and tries to remain impartial when relating her experiences.

Amy and her husband, Kris, have 2 children, Gemma and Gage and reside in North Texas.

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Leonard boys outright champs, end 24-year district hoops title drought Story and photos

by Rich Hilliard

Leonard’s Luke Murphy (4) tries to take the ball from Bonham’s Jeren Ross (13) as Tiger DJ Brown (5) watches on Feb. 8 during District 11-3A boys’ basketball.

Leonard’s Brett Nix (right) looks to drive past Bonham’s Marco Delgado on Feb. 8 during District 11-3A boys’ basketball. Nix surpassed 1,000 points scored on Jan. 25.

Leonard’s Justin Campbell (13) stays focused on his shot despite Bonham’s Jamari Murrell’s leaping defense on Feb. 8 during District 11-3A boys’ basketball.

Leonard’s Ethan Richardson (left) and David Brooks (right) look to deny Bonham’s Michael Crosby’s scoring attempt under the basket on Feb. 8 during District 11-3A boys’ basketball.

LEONARD -- Class 3A Leonard will return to the boys’ basketball postseason this month for the first time in two years -- and as a district champion for the first time in 24 years.

The Tigers secured the 11-3A title -- and the accompanying top district seed to the playoffs -- on Feb. 15 with a home win over Pottsboro, 55-39, to finish with a 12-2 record.

Leonard’s last outright boys’ basketball district title came in 1998, when the Tigers won 16-2A en route to an arearound advance.

That previous district championship team’s roster included starters -- and standouts -James Titus and Justin Griffis amongst its members.

Pursuing The Playoffs Amongst The Potent: Bonhi girls seek postseason return amidst ranked district soccer rivals

Bonham’s Leslie Cruz (3) controls the soccer ball on Feb. 7 during a District 11-4A girls’ make-up match at Warrior Stadium.

Bonham’s Avery Rude (12) vies with a Caddo Mills player for control of the soccer ball on Feb. 7 during a District 11-4A girls’ make-up match at Warrior Stadium.

Story and photos

by Rich Hilliard BONHAM -- Playing as the smallest school in a Class 4A district makes earning a postseason berth tough.

Playing in 11-4A where a few of the

Bonham’s Breauna Killgo (right) watches after leaping and heading the soccer ball on Feb. 7 during a District 11-4A girls’ make-up match at Bonham’s Violeta Tapia (13) Warrior Stadium. drives with the soccer ball near the goal on Feb. 7 during a District 11-4A girls’ make-up match at Warrior Stadium.

teams this season have been or are ranked amongst the best in the state -- 2021 State semifinalist Celina, Melissa, Anna and Caddo Mills -- makes it even tougher.

However, play on pitches from late January into mid March will deter-

mine which of the district’s teams will earn the four available postseason berths.

Bonham will look to be one of that quartet this season -- and reach the girls’ postseason of the sport for the first time since the Lady Warriors’

2016 area-round advance.

Helping the Lady Warriors’ effort will be junior Breauna Killgo, a second-team all-district selection in 2021, and senior Alejandra Soto, an 11-4A honorable mention last season

Hornets’ hoops championship leads near Fannin sweep of 23-1A berths trict 23- -- and first via a district title straight postseason appear-

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D o d d City will enter as the 23-1A champion at 13-1 after a 57-43 win on New Dodd City head boys’ basketball coach Feb. 15 at Mike Scarbrough completes a huddle with the now secHornets on Jan. 28. ond-place Miller Story and photo Grove (12-2) in a district fiby Rich Hilliard nale.

The postseason equates Fannin County teams earned all but one of the Dis- Dodd City’s sixth straight

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Also via 23-1A, Fannindel will make its first trip since 2014’s 1A Division II area-round advance -- when it took then eventual State semifinalist Miller Grove to halt the Falcons’ run.

Conversely, Ector via 231A earned an eighth-consecutive trip to the playoffs.

Ector and Fannindel finished tied for third place at 9-5 -- necessitating a play-in Friday, Feb. 18, at Bonham High School. to decide the order of the final two qualifiers from 23-1A. Meanwhile, 2A Honey Grove will make its second-

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The Warriors finished 142A play tied for third place with Wolfe City at 8-4, having split its district meetings this season.

Last season, the Warriors reached the Region II-2A area round -- their deepest advance in boys’ basketball since doing likewise in the 1A Division I playoffs in 2013 -- defeating 13-2A champion Alvord in the first round.

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

Bonham’s Erika Alonso (2) controls the soccer ball on Feb. 7 during a District 11-4A girls’ make-up match at Warrior Stadium.

Scribes honor Leonard QB Brown w/All-State mention for ‘21 effort

By Rich Hilliard

Leonard senior DJ Brown has earned a Class 3A All-State honorable mention as a quarterback from the Texas Sports Writers Association for the 2021 football season.

Brown, a Division-I Lehigh University signee as a running back, ended his high school career with 6,654 rushing yards.

Last fall, the 5-9, 190 standout led the Tigers to a 9-3 area finalist effort -- Leonard’s 11th postseason trip in the last 13 years -- after a 4-2 third-place finish in District 8-3A-II. Brown also starts as a guard for the Tigers’ boys’ basketball team, which this month will return to the postseason -- their fifth trip to the playoffs in the sport in the last six years.

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