Early voting begins on Tuesday. Here’s a look at what the officials elected to several local offices oversee.
The 2026 primaries allow Texas Republican and Democrat voters to pick which candidate will represent their interests and party in the November general election. While the primaries give
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Texans more of a say over who their elected officials will be, less than one fifth of registered Texas voters participated in recent primary elections, according to data from the secretary of state’s office. Federal, state and local county offices will appear on the ballot. County elections are partisan races, while school board and city council races are typically nonpartisan, though some candidates may identify with a party.
County leaders run local elections, implement state and federal laws and provide public services, especially for residents who live outside of incorporated city boundaries. All elected county offices are held for four-year terms. With so many names on the ballot, keeping up with the primaries may be overwhelming, so here’s a breakdown of what most county offices do, as well as some local voter guides with regionspecific voting information.
These bodies, which include a county judge and commissioners, serve as the board that governs county government, much like how a city council governs a municipality. The commissioners court adopts a county budget and tax rate, approves county contracts and calls for bond elections to fund roads and construction.
The commissioners court plays an important role in elections by appointing
election judges who oversee polling locations in each precinct. The court also conducts the official tally of local votes for county and state elections and can appoint the county clerk or an elections administrator to serve as the voter registrar instead of the county tax assessor-collector. Unlike city government, counties often have less room to enact policies and often must lobby the state Legislature to expand or change the scope of their work.
County judge The county judge presides over the commissioners court the way mayors preside over city councils. Despite the title, county judges do not have to be judges or have a legal background. A county judge is the head of local emergency management and can issue disaster declarations to request aid from other agencies and to enact emergency measures, as allowed under law.
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Democratic Candidates
County Chair: William (Bill) Roberts
Precinct Chair Precinct 1: Judy C Teller
Precinct Chair Precinct 4: Jessica A. Neely
Precinct Chair Precinct 9: Johnny Ortiz
Precinct Chair Precinct 11: Pete Phillips
Precinct Chair Precinct 19: Brenda Davis
•Entries must be submitted by contestants who live on the road entered in the contest, or an intersecting road.
•The residency of the contestant submitting the winning “bad” road picture will be verified before being declared as the winner. Address /location of road required. Personal address will not be published.
•Pictures of bad roads shall be of Fannin County roads. The roads may be of any composition (asphalt, gravel, or dirt).
•Pictures of bad roads shall include the portion of the road that the contestant intends to be considered by the contest judges. Judges will visit the portion of the roads submitted.
•Pictures submitted must be in color. No black and white pictures will be considered.
•Pictures of “bad roads” shall have been taken no earlier than January 1, 2026.
•Pictures of “bad roads” entered after February 28, 2026 will not be considered.
•The “bad road” pictures shall be entered electronically. The date of the pictures will be verified by the judges.
Week Four Selection: CR 2607 in Precinct 3
•If more than one contestant enters a picture of the same stretch of road, a drawing will be held to determine the winner. Judges: The judges will consist of at least one resident of each commissioner precinct. If multiple judges are selected from the precincts, each precinct shall be represented by the same number of judges. Send your picture to badroadcontest@ gmail.com or mail to P.O. Box 680, Bonham, Texas 754187 This contest is sponsored and paid for by Richard Glaser
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Just Needed Said!
Friday about 4:00 I was sick on the side of the road on Center Street in Bonham. Cars were passing by everywhere. This one car pulled up in front of my car and stopped. Not worried about other cars, a very kind lady came and offered to help or call for help.
I would like to thank her very much. It is so nice to know someone cared.
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2026 Fannin County Candidates
FANNIN - COUNTY JUDGE
Bill Carey
H Compton
Newt Cunningham
Jim Simpson
John Tynan
FANNIN - JUDGE, COUNTY COURT AT LAW
Charles Butler
FANNIN - DISTRICT CLERK
April Gibbs
FANNIN - COUNTY CLERK
Jenny L. Garner
FANNIN - COUNTY TREASURER
Dale McQueen
Derek Moore
FANNIN - COUNTY COMMISSIONER PRECINCT 2
Jimmie Allred
Brandon Wallace
FANNIN - COUNTY COMMISSIONER PRECINCT 4
Mike Keene
Doug Kopf
FANNIN - JUSTICE OF THE PEACE PRECINCT 1
Louise Goodwater
FANNIN - JUSTICE OF THE PEACE PRECINCT 2
Mark Buchanan
Paul Ivy
FANNIN - JUSTICE OF THE PEACE PRECINCT 3
Kenneth "Kenny" Karl
FANNIN - COUNTY CHAIR
Darren York
FANNIN - PRECINCT CHAIR FOR PCHR_4_REP
Karen Mcelhannon Butler
FANNIN - PRECINCT CHAIR FOR PCHR_5_REP
Diana L Young
FANNIN - PRECINCT CHAIR FOR PCHR_6_REP
Sherman Swartz
FANNIN - PRECINCT CHAIR FOR PCHR_7_REP
Greg Floyd
FANNIN - PRECINCT CHAIR FOR PCHR_9_REP
Wade Riza
FANNIN - PRECINCT CHAIR FOR PCHR_11_REP Joyce Buchanan
FANNIN - PRECINCT CHAIR FOR PCHR_12_REP Gary Michael Tucker
FANNIN - PRECINCT CHAIR FOR PCHR_16_REP Sara Young
FANNIN - PRECINCT CHAIR FOR PCHR_18_REP Mary Hale
FANNIN - PRECINCT CHAIR FOR PCHR_19_REP Violet Spell
Polling Locations For March 3, 2026
Precinct 1 – W. Bonham
Roy V. Floyd Community Center (ARMORY) 1100 W. 5th St. Bonham, TX 75418
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Ivanhoe, TX 75447
1st Baptist Church Trenton
2nd St Trenton, TX 75490
E. Thomas St. Leonard, TX 75452
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Fannin County Republican Women
Monday, March 2, 2026 Program Troy Hudson Fannin County Emergency Services Management Coordinator
FCRW meeting will begin at 5:30 pm with a meet and greet portion of our gathering where members will bring a covered dish. The program begins at 6:00 pm and concludes at 7:15 pm. Our meeting location is the Family Life Center, 200 W. 8th Street, Bonham, Texas. Please contact Debbie Gove at dgove1728@gmail.com for further information if needed. “Caring for America” is an ongoing service project of the FCRW. We have chosen to support the Fannin County Food Pantry in 2026 with cash donations collected at each meeting. Paid for by Fannin County Republican Women
Law School, became lawmaker: Texas House of Representatives, 1906-13 (House Speaker, 1911-13), United State Congress, 1913-61. World Famous as Speaker, United State House of Representatives, 17 years, in terms of Presidents F. D. Roosevelt, harry S. Truman, Dwight Eisenhower, J. F. Kennedy. His homesite (1887-1912) was half a mile south of this marker.
Sam Rayburn Homesite
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Let’s stop pretending we don’t know what people mean when they say “good ol’ boy system.”
Around here, that phrase gets tossed around like cornhole bags at a backyard cookout, familiar, casual, and aimed at the same boards every time. But what people are frustrated with today has nothing to do with the “good ol’ boys” many of us grew up respecting.
For a lot of us, a good ol’ boy was the first person you called when you were in a bind. Someone would say, “Call ol’ so-and-so, he’s a good ol’ boy,” and you knew he’d show up, do the work, and treat you right. No favors owed. No strings attached. Reputation mattered because you had to live with it. That version is gone.
What’s taken its place over the last fifteen to twenty years isn’t about character, it’s about control. It’s about a small, familiar circle deciding who gets elevated, who gets protected, and who gets written off. It’s about succession being managed instead of earned.
This isn’t speculation. The State Commission on Judicial Conduct issued a public admonishment for election interference that named the people involved. That’s public record. Yet we are again seeing former officials actively campaigning for preferred successors, as if judicial independence ends at retirement. And look at what has followed.
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Accountability raises more questions. When litigation followed the BESS project, the county was sued for millions of dollars, and that lawsuit named the entire commissioners court. Responsibility, at least in civil court, was collective. Yet criminal indictments tied to the courthouse renovation targeted only a few individuals and were later dismissed by an outside DA for lack of evidence.
Blood donors are lifesavers for Texas mom and newborn
Press Release
Texas mother Kayla Watts felt prepared to welcome her fourth child. She was not prepared, however, for complications that required immediate medical intervention, including lifesaving blood transfusions.
At 37 weeks into her pregnancy, Kayla was taken to a North Texas hospital. Doctors later performed an emergency delivery.
We’ve overspent on the courthouse by millions. The Justice Center is already about ten million dollars over projections. A BESS facility moved in. At the same time, we’ve watched trust inside county government deteriorate. The county judge has stated, on the record, in open court, and in his own writings, that he does not trust the commissioners, even after they presented documentation of his own words from public record. Like them or not, those com-
One bond condition imposed during that process should have stopped everyone cold. A 33 year old commissioner and father of three was given a bond condition barring him from contact with minor children, an extraordinary restriction later removed by a Justice of the Peace. Selective, unsupported conditions like that should concern anyone who believes power must be exercised carefully.
This county doesn’t get better by pitting old families against new folks, or tradition against change. We need both. We need leadership that listens instead of controls, explains instead of accuses, and invites participation instead of managing outcomes.
That kind of county can’t be built by a closed loop. It’s built when voters demand better.
“You cannot be a leader, and ask other people to follow you, unless you know how to follow, too.” Sam Rayburn
Nita Bankston
“I lost over half of my blood volume and needed two units of blood in transfusion,” Kayla recalled. “Had I not been in observation that night, the surgeon said both my baby girl and I would have passed in just a few minutes.”
Today, mother and daughter are doing well, with gratitude for lifesaving intervention.
occurs in the United States every two seconds. Many of these transfusions support mothers experiencing pregnancy or delivery complications. Donated blood also helps children who are fighting cancer, organ transplant recipients, older adults undergoing hip replacements, people seriously injured in vehicle accidents, openheart surgery patients, those hurt in mass casualty events, and many others.
This nonstop need makes blood donors vital to the health and well-being of the community.
About Carter BloodCare Carter BloodCare is an independent community blood center providing transfusion resources in 59 counties of North, Central and East Texas to support more than 225 medical facilities. Since its start in 1951, the nonprofit 501(c) (3) organization is one of the largest blood programs in Texas, delivering more than 450,000 doses of blood and blood components annually to meet the medical treatment needs of local patients. Services include collection, processing, specialized laboratory testing, storage and distribution of blood and blood components, as well as cellular therapy and clinical apheresis. Tu centro de sangre comunitario. Our Letter to the Editor/Readers Voice section is composed of letters submitted to The Fannin County Leader by our readers. The views expressed in these letters are not necessarily the views of The Fannin County Leader. Political letters must be paid for, in advance. To submit a letter, please e-mail fcleditor2020@gmail.com. Letters 400 words or less are published for FREE. Letters exceeding the limit will be charged $10.00 for each additional 100 words. Free publication of Letters to the Editor is limited to
Link to SCJC Admonishment: https://scjc.texas.gov/media/47069/ blake23-0291final-public-admonition-signed.pdf
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choice. O negative is the universal blood type to support any patient, including premature and unborn babies. For details and to secure a convenient time to donate, visit CarterBloodCare. org or call 800-3662834.
“Had it not been for blood donors, someone taking a few minutes of their precious time to give blood, I would not have survived,” Kayla said. “I am eternally grateful.” Kayla’s experience highlights the vital importance of blood donation.
Health officials with Texas-based Carter BloodCare said a blood transfusion
Eligibility to donate blood begins at age 16 with parental consent, and those 17 and older can donate on their own with Carter BloodCare. Donors must weigh at least 110 pounds and feel well on the day of donation. To thank residents for donating in March, Carter BloodCare will give each donor a large quilted tote bag. Also, because of the urgent need, Carter BloodCare donors with type O negative blood will receive a $50 e-gift card to the retailer of their
Witness to History - Fenner
By Malinda Allison, Fannin County Historical Commission
Joseph Fenner, then a teenager, left Alabama in 1835 with his brother Robert to fight for Texas Independence under Captain Jack Shackelford as part of the Alabama Red Rovers. Both were at
Goliad when the other soldiers, including Joseph, surrendered and were later massacred. However, Joseph was out on patrol at the time of the surrender and escaped being killed. Joseph returned to Alabama and lived with his family until his father’s death in 1847.
In 1852 Joseph Fenner, then 35 years, married Mary Gossett, then 18 years, in Mississippi. They lived on a farm. They left Mississippi with their four children and were living in Arkansas by 1870. In 1871 their 17 year old daughter married John T. Leslie, who was 23. In the fall of 1872 John, Lucy and their infant daughter migrated with other Leslie families to Fannin County, Texas. In the winter of 1874 John T. Leslie drove a covered
wagon to Arkansas and brought Joseph Fenner and his family back to Texas. Joseph was able to purchase an 80 acre farm which he still owned at his death.
For his service during the Texas Revolution Joseph Fenner received a meager pension and in 1880 land grants for a total of 4,676 acres, which he sold for $579.40.
Photo from A History of Fannin County, by Floy Hodge Joseph Fenner is buried in the Grove Hill Cemetery.
His headstone reads: He was with Fannin at Goliad And Houston at San Jacinto
In 1962 a second stone was placed at his grave by the State of Texas which reads: Joseph F. Fenner
Texas War of Independence
Veteran Member Shackford’s Company, Colonel Fannin’s Command, 1836
The Leslie family of Bailey became a very prominent Fannin County family, in-
Fannin County History: The Road Down Memory Lane
“A generation which ignores history has no past and no future.” Robert Heinlein, American author
Photos courtesy of the Fannin County Historical Museum three blocks south of the Courthouse Square in Bonham, One Main Street Bonham, Texas 75418 903-583-8042 Visit Facebook: “Fannin County Historical Group”
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cluding John Leslie (farmer) and his sons Fenner Leslie (Fannin County Judge), Hugh Leslie (who owned a drug store in Bailey) and Roy (a professional baseball player).
For more information on Joseph Fenner, see The Fenner Forebears of Samuel Fenner Leslie by Ruth Leslie Barrett, available at the Portal to Texas History.
2026 Election Information
March 3, 2026
Primary Election
Early Voting: February 17 - 27
Looking at all the campaign ads…seeing the roadsides covered with campaign signs…neighborhoods covered with yard signs…it’s almost overwhelming.
I am just a Fannin County working man that wants to make a change in our county.
Here’s what you get when you vote for me;
I want to serve my county and everyone that calls Fannin County Home.
I will honor the stewardship of your office and always understand that I was placed in the office to represent you, the voter.
I publicly dedicate the remainder of my working life to serve Fannin County Residents as your Fannin County Judge. What is a County Judge?
The county judge in Texas is both presiding officer of the commissioners court and judge of the county court. As such, the judge is often thought of as the chief executive officer of the county. The duties of the county judge vary depending on the population of the county. In most rural counties, the judge is often the principal source of information and assistance.
Serves as head of emergency management. Works with state officials to ensure the county is enacting state mandates and searching for grants to assist in funding of county departments.
I will mentor and work with all the cities in our county to ensure they are moving forward and never left behind.
I can’t do this without God and Your vote for Fannin County Judge. Help me honor you by honoring me with your vote for Fannin County Judge, I am the first name on the ballot.
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Pol. Ad paid for by John Tynan Campaign.
Joseph Fenner born 1820 in Alabama. Died 1896. He was a Battle of Goliad Hero, the only one from Fannin County.
Elect John Tynan for Fannin County Judge
Home Country: Slim Randles
“You see that ax?” he asked them. “That was George Washington’s ax. Yep, the same one he used to chop down the cherry tree. ‘Course it’s been through 42 handles and six heads since then.”
Thank You
Our hearts are full of thankfulness and gratitude for the many expressions of friendship and love shown during our time of loss ~ Thank you for the cards, phone calls, visits, flowers, food, Tribute posts, memorial trees planted and the many prayers. Thank you for sharing your memories of your growing up days and the countless hours spent at Bonham Roller Rink. These are priceless treasures. Though our hearts are hurting, we are blessed beyond measure by your continued prayers, love and support.
We want to send a special thank you to our Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home family. Their love and dedication helped see us through some very difficult days.
The Family of Jackie Don Goodwin Regina, Keri, Doris, Lea Dawnette and Shon, Grandchildren, and extended family
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Fannin County Law Library Online
a day, seven days a week on the Fannin County web page with your personal computer or smart phone. The direct link is https:// www.co.fannin.tx.us/page/ fannin.law.library. The Library’s primary purpose is to provide public access to laws affecting Fannin County citizens, residents and visitors. Those laws include applicable federal and state, constitutions, statutes, regulations, court decisions, and Fannin County ordinances. The Library also includes legal forms and links to
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From the office of Newt Cunningham, Fannin County Judge
Re-elect County Judge Cunningham
When Newt Cunningham ran four years ago, he ran on a platform of: 1. Integrity 2. Honesty, and 3. Transparency
Judge Cunningham stands on that platform. He has a proven record of putting Fannin County First.
Judge Cunningham’s Achievements and Goals?
Fiscal Responsibility & Revenue
• Ensured and negotiated county contracts with a focus on putting Fannin County first through fair pricing and favorable terms
• Championed county purchasing policies to prevent favoritism and overspending
• Pursued restitution for courthouse repair and restoration costs to protect taxpayer dollars
• Participated in renegotiating contracts with the U.S. Marshals Service and private jail to secure improved financial terms
• Established a Hotel Occupancy Tax to create a new county revenue stream
• Led efforts to obtain additional revenue to meet county needs without increasing the tax burden on residents
Efficient, Lawful & Transparent Government
• Led efforts to improve government effectiveness and efficiency
• Advocated for transparency and fairness in county government
• Advocated for holding public servants accountable
• Advocated for fair and equal treatment of all citizens
• Advocated for government compliance with the law
• Established and maintained a public, online law library to increase transparency and public access to the law
Courts, Justice & Public Safety
• Led efforts to complete the restored courthouse and construct a new Justice Center
• Championed a consolidated Justice Center to house courts and county offices in one location, reducing rental costs and saving taxpayer time
• Provided resources for law enforcement, first responders, and volunteer fire departments
• Added three new ambulances to serve Fannin County, improving response times while saving approximately $1 million dollars in the first year
Roads, Infrastructure, Water & Resource Protection
• Provided leadership in developing plans to improve county roads, including prioritizing repairs, revenue sharing, and centralized road management (unitization)
• Promoted equipment sharing to reduce duplication, improve efficiency, and ensure fair road quality for all residents
• Championed enforcement of traffic laws to stop overweight and speeding commercial trucks that create safety hazards and damage county roads
• Championed efforts to reconstitute the Fannin County Water Supply Agency to plan for the county’s long-term water needs
• Protected county resources from misuse for the profit of a few
Responsible Growth, Development & Zoning
• Promoted adoption and enforcement of county subdivision regulations to ensure appropriate development
• Enforced lake zoning regulations to protect property values and community standards, allowing rezoning only when appropriate
• Addressed and continue to discourage non-value-added development that offers little benefit while posing risks to public health, safety, and property values including sexually oriented businesses, landfills (regional garbage dumps), junk yards, wind farms, solar farms, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and declined tax abatements or incentive programs for such developments
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“Democracy cannot succeed unless those who express their choice are prepared to choose wisely.”
- Franklin D. Roosevelt
Texas Crop and Weather Report
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of an inch to 2.5 inches. While conditions remained dry overall, the moisture and warmer temperatures led to modest improvements in soil moisture, winter wheat and pasture conditions. Producers continued to rate most of the wheat crop as fair, but additional moisture was needed for further improvement. Wheat grazing picked up, and livestock on wheat were showing better condition, but supplemental feeding remained necessary due to limited forage availability. Pastures and rangeland were expected to gradually improve, with early growth such
as wild rye anticipated. The recent rains may also help set the stage for spring planting and hay production. Calving season was in full swing and branding activity increased; and cattle body condition was generally strong with continued supplemental feed. Some calves held back from market last fall were being sent to local sale barns.
North A huge storm brought muchneeded rainfall; some counties received up to 3 inches, causing flooding in some low-lying areas. The rainfall should help the soil moisture levels improve significantly. Topsoil and subsoil levels were adequate to short, and pasture and range conditions were fair to good. Wheat and oats were still in vegetative growth stages, and some growers were seeing minor damage from the late winter freeze and ice. Hay feeding continued. Grape vines were being pruned. The fire ban continued for Van Zandt County. Ponds, lakes and tanks were low. Livestock conditions were good. Livestock lice populations were on the rise.
East
Some rainfall was received, but not enough to relieve drought stress. Pasture and rangeland conditions were fair. Subsoil and topsoil conditions were adequate. Coolseason forages were growing some with the recent warmer weather. Producers were spraying preemergent herbicides for sandburs in pastures and hay meadows. Livestock were in fair to good condition with supplementation tak-
ing place. Cattle markets remained strong. Gregg County reported continued issues with gophers and moles. Central Ice melted, providing some moisture, and temperatures were above normal. Wheat and oats suffered notable freeze injury. Some fields were beginning to recover, while others had not shown much improvement and may have lasting stand loss. Spring planting preparations were underway. Corn planting operations began on a limited basis. Gardeners were busy planting onions and preparing for the new growing season. Disease and insect pressure remained low. Despite the dry conditions, rust was found in some grain fields. Very little grazing was available on pastures and rangeland due to limited moisture. Livestock were in fair condition with supplemental feeding, but the big hay crop was dwindling quickly. Cattle prices remained very strong. Southeast High temperatures and emerging weed pressure were common, while limited rainfall offered only modest relief to dry conditions. Soil moisture levels varied from very short to adequate, depending on localized rainfall. Coolseason forages such as oats and winter wheat continued to recover from recent freeze events, with some fields beginning to head out, though additional moisture was needed to support stronger growth moving forward. Pasture and rangeland conditions were poor to excellent, with many areas still showing significant drought stress. Livestock remained in fair to good condition overall, supported by supplemental feeding where needed. Southwest
Drought conditions persisted with warmer temperatures and breezy weather. Weekend showers produced trace amounts up to 1 inch of rainfall. Although limited, the recent moisture helped slightly green up rangeland and pasture conditions. Row crop farmers and gardeners were preparing to plant.
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HVAC Technicians, Journeyman Electrician, and HVAC/Electric Apprentice and Helpers. Competitive wages based on experience, vacation and company paid insurance. For more information Call: 903-583-4018 or apply in person at Blain Service Company, 7258 N. Hwy 78, in Ravenna CNC Mill Machinist
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GOOD QUALITY HAY 4X5 $30/Roll 903-513-2907
FIREWOOD
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App House Leveling & Foundation repair Pier and Beam/ Slab Foundation/ Small & Large Remodels. 903-227-2860
STAPP TREE TRIMMING and REMOVAL
Hauling, Storm Damage, Demolition Work, Dead Wood Removal, Licensed and Bonded. Over 25 Years Experience. Call 903-583-7888.
“Cheaper than the cheapest. Give me a call, I can handle it all, guaranteed.”
FARM and LAWN MAINTENANCE
Tree service, landscaping, brush clearing, fence of any kind, pipe fence painting, power washing, house painting, flagstone patios, gravel driveways, lot mowing, gutters and drainage, concrete demolition, any odd jobs. Firewood! Call Jose Vazquez at 903-2275898.
FLEX BASE
6 Yards Flex Base: $350 1-½” Crusher Run: $400 PeaGravel: $450 FREE Delivery in Fannin County! Also available: Mulch & other landscape materials. After hours and weekend deliveries available. Call for details! 469-585-9167
TREES and MÁS Large Acreage Mowing with Tractor, Landscaping, Fences, Stump Grinding, and Concrete. Roofing- Metal or Shingles, Indoor or Outdoor Remodeling & Repairs. House Painting. Pressure Washing. Insured, Call for free estimate. 903-2276940, 903-227-8369 or 903-486-2868.
Drywall Repairs, Painting, Carpentry, Remodeling. No Job Too Small. 40 yrs. Experience. References. Call 352-208-8832
FLOORING INSTALLATION
Vinyl plank flooring installation. Small jobs welcome: bedrooms, living rooms, hallways, and repairs. Experienced installer serving Fannin County. Call or text 218-245-5918
REAL ESTATE
PINE RUN
APARTMENTS
Now taking applications for 1 & 2 bedroom apartments. Please call 903-378-7146
OFFICES FOR RENT: 520 S. Center Bonham, TX 75418
2 offices, bathroom & storage area, Plenty of parking space. $750 per month. (utilities not included) Call or text 903-583-0108.
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3 BR home, new floors, central air, fenced yard. $1,400 903-227-0920 Culverts, Lake Zoning, Subdivisions & Rental Communities Fannin County Development Services Di Hopkins 903-449-4220 http://www.co.fannin. tx.us/page/fannin. developmentservices
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AUSTIN, Texas — A newly revised edition of the Texas Historical Commission’s African American in Texas: A Lasting Legacy Travel Guide is now available for free online download or mail order
From Emancipation and Freedom Colonies to the valor of Buffalo Soldiers, from thriving communities that rose despite Jim Crow discrimination to Medal of Honor recipients and pioneering "firsts," there is no better way to experience this history than visiting the churches, schools, downtowns and other places where it was made or the museums, historic sites, cultural centers, and community landmarks that honor it.
The newly revised guide is updated with current contact information, new locations and designated sites, beautiful photographs, maps and educational information. Order your free copy today at or download the a digital copy and plan your February trip into African American History. Communities, educators, and travelers are encouraged to request copies to support local tourism, trip planning, and heritage education efforts across the state. Visitors can also learn Learn more about African American history in Texas by exploring AfricanAmericansInTexas.com.
About the Texas Historical Commission
The Texas Historical Commission is the state's official historic preservation agency. It preserves, operates, and manages 42 state historic sites, the Texas Heritage Trails Program, Texas Main Street Program, Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation Program, and many more heritage tourism and historic preservation initiatives across the state. The Texas Historical Commission's mission is to protect and preserve the state’s historic and prehistoric resources for the use, education, enjoyment, and economic benefit of present and future generations. For more information, visit thc.texas.gov
County Offices
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This gives county judges a lot of power during emergencies, but they must be supported by the commissioners court in order to continue emergency declarations and measures.
In smaller counties, the county judge serves as the county’s budget officer. County judges may also carry out judicial duties, including presiding over misdemeanor and small civil cases and appeals from Justice of the Peace Court, according to the Texas Association of Counties.
County commissioners
Each county has four commissioners elected to represent four different county precincts or districts on the commissioners court. Commissioners are in charge of road building and maintenance in their precincts. Commissioners are elected in staggered terms. This year, commissioners across the state for local precincts two and four are up for election.
County treasurer
County treasurers look after county funds, working with banks to receive and deposit county revenue, distributing funds as directed by the commissioners court and accounting for expenses and funds. In some counties, treasurers may also prepare payroll, act as a human resources officer, be designated to invest funds and take on some auditing responsibilities in counties without a county auditor, according to the Texas Association of
Counties.
County clerk
A county clerk keeps records and carries out administrative tasks for county courts and commissioners courts. This includes maintaining public records — such as birth and death certificates, business names and brands — issuing marriage licenses and taking depositions. In most counties, clerks also serve as the chief elections officer, according to the Texas Association of Counties.
Justice of the peace
Justices of the peace preside over justice courts, which hear cases for traffic violations and Class C misdemeanors, such as public intoxication and assault without any injury, that result in fines. Justices of the peace can also hear minor civil cases, truancy cases, tenant disputes and small claims cases. They may also perform marriage ceremonies.
District clerk
A district clerk manages records for district courts, which hear felony criminal cases and civil cases. In addition to records, a district clerk collects filing fees, handles funds in litigation and coordinates jury panel selections. The clerk can also process passport applications, according to the Texas Association of Counties.
County surveyor
A county surveyor maintains, records and examines land survey records, plats and field notes to maintain accurate property records. They may also engage in private surveying, acting as a liaison for maintaining
accurate, state-recognized boundary records. In Texas, which has less open public land than most states, this position has been abolished by the Texas Legislature or by local voters in many counties.
County-specific resources and local news coverage
Many counties, such as Travis County, Tarrant County, and Bexar County, feature a “current election” section on their websites that includes polling locations, wait time maps, sample ballots and registration verification. Voters can also check out local guides — like this Houston voters guide — created by nonpartisan civic engagement organizations. You can also check your registration through the state’s website votetexas.gov and learn more about voting requirements and deadlines through our voter guide. For the most up-to-date information on specific candidates, voters can keep up with local news organizations like KUT News, San Antonio Report, Fort Worth Report, and Houston Chronicle, which provide readers with descriptions of candidates’ policies and debate recaps. Disclosure: KUT News and Texas Association of Counties have been financial supporters of The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan news organization that is funded in part by donations from members, foundations and corporate sponsors. Financial supporters play no role in the Tribune’s journalism. Find a complete list of them here.
Bonham State Park, Park Road 24. Park Road 24 in Bonham State Park will have daytime lane closures while crews rehabilitate the main road, camping spots and parking lots within the park. Detour routes will be present during construction to allow for the flow of traffic.
FM 2645, from FM 898 to FM 1753. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway to an overall width of 26 feet. Motorists should expect occasional delays as the contractor performs the final minor activities in the work zone.
FM 274, from SH 78 to FM 1753. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway to an overall width of 26 feet. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
SH 121 overpass at US 69. The SH 121 overpass at US 69 opened to all traffic on 6/23/2025. Construction crews will continue working on minor items at this location. Motorists should expect delays as there will be daily lane closures through the construction zone.
SH 78 from FM 273 to Oklahoma State line: Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
CR 1202 at Tributary of Brushy Creek. The onsite detour on CR 1202 at Tributary of Brushy Creek has been removed. The new bridge is completed and open to traffic. Traffic is asked to approach the bridge slowly and drive at an appropriate speed through the work zone while crews continue working on finishing the remaining bridge work.
CR 2865 at Sanders Creek Tributary. CR 2865 at Sanders Creek Tributary was closed to traffic on Monday, April 21 to allow for replacement of the bridge. The bridge at Sanders Creek Tributary is completed and opened to traffic. The bridge on CR 2825 at Sanders Creek was closed on June 21 & the Contractor demolished the bridge. The bridge is now completed and opened to traffic.
Watch daytime lane closures as maintenance crews perform pothole repair work at various locations. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
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Margie Lee Taylor
Margie Lee Taylor, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2026, at Beacon Hill, in Denison, Texas. Born on December 7, 1939, in the town of Bonham, she lived a full and vibrant life, embodying the virtues of kindness and devotion to her family and faith.
Margie, a lifelong Christian, lived her faith every day, instilling its values in all aspects of her life and interactions with others. She was a homemaker, creating a warm and inviting home where all felt welcome and cherished. Her love for her family knew no bounds. Margie’s interests went beyond her homemaking; she was an avid reader, always eager to learn and explore new worlds through the pages of her books.
Margie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Melvin Floyd Taylor, son, Timothy Scott Taylor, and her great-grandson, Rin Taylor, father, Thomas A. Norris, mother, Minnie Katherine Smith Norris, brothers James Norris, John Ernest, and Raymond Norris, sisters, Linda Bangs, Martie Clements, and Susie Norris.
She is survived by her sons, Melvin Glen Taylor of Sherman, TX, Steven Lynn Taylor of Wolf City, TX, and Michael Lee Taylor of Sherman, TX. Margie’s legacy also lives on through her adoring grandchildren, Jason, Crystal, Brittney, Jeremy, and Stephanie, and her greatgrandchildren, who brought her immense joy.
Graveside services were held on Wednesday, February 18th at 2:00 pm at the Carson Cemetery in Ector, Tx.
To share a memory or leave an online condolence please visit, www.coopersorrells.com
Jeannie Kay Sherwood
Jeannie Kay Sherwood was born August 15, 1955 in Paris, Tx to Randall and Geraldine Sherwood. She passed peacefully at home in the presence of loved ones on February 14, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents Randall and Geraldine, as well as her brother Russ Sherwood. She is survived by sister Caroline Massey, nieces Christina Massey, Brianna Sturdivant and husband Wayne, and great-niece Emma. Jeannie grew up in the Forest Hill and Tigertown community, where she attended school at West Lamar until 1973. After obtaining a business degree from PJC, she got a job at JTPA where she worked in several capacities spanning over 40 years. At the time of her retirement, she was working with the Workforce Commission of Northeast Texas where she left behind several long-time friends.
Jeannie was a lover of food and family. She loved home-cooking, collected cookbooks, and ensured the family always got together for Sunday dinners. Even with a 10 year age gap, Jeannie absolutely treasured spending time with her sister Caroline - mexican restaurants and watching old movies together were her favorite. Jeannie did not have children of her own, but treated and talked about her nieces as her own, and treated Emma as more of a granddaughter than a great niece. She gave her time and her energy selflessly to help care for everyone. She was a generous and reliable friend. She was an animal lover, a shopping addict, and always loved a good day trip with the family. She loved Tom Petty and Clint Eastwood. She had an unbeatable sweet tooth, and talked about nothing but desserts in her last days. Her favorite color was purple. It’s impossible to sum up the depth of person such as Jeannie. She was a quiet, kind, giving person, and will be deeply missed by all who loved her.
The family would like to give a special thanks to a long list of those who made a difference and gave exceptional care in her last days:
- the staff at Texas Oncology, including but not limited to, Dr. Wilcox, Denim McIntire, and Shelly Terrones who put a very nervous Jeannie at ease during her treatments - The nursing staff at Paris Regional, including but not limited to, Ernela, Mallory, Sarah, Leslie, Brandi, Alexis, Haylee, Kat, & Carsyn from Stepdown, as well as Hayden and Micah from the ER. A special thanks goes to the entire staff of the PRH Rehab unit who cared for Jeannie over a month and took exceptional care of her.
- Wendy Knight and OnCall Hospice who made it possible for Jeannie to come home in her last days, provided gentle and thoughtful care, and created a peaceful transition for both Jeannie and family.
- Shanta Williams, a best friend and coworker of Jeannie’s for over 25 years. Shanta regularly checked in on and cared for Jeannie over the last year of her illness when she became unable to work. Jeannie treasured Shanta and her genuine friendship.
- Amanda London, a true friend who gave selflessly to help the family care for Jeannie while she was on hospice, and has provided endless support, love, and laughs in this difficult time. A small graveside service was held at Forest Hill Cemetery on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 10:30 AM. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Jeannie’s honor to the American Cancer Society.
To share a memory or leave an online condolence please visit, www.coopersorrells.com
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What Is Avian Influenza? Fast Facts On ‘Bird
by Adam Russell
Highly pathogenic avian influenza, HPAI, specifically HPAI H5N1, commonly referred to as “bird flu,” has rippled far beyond farms and impacted Americans of all walks of life, whether they know it or not.
The current avian influenza outbreak affecting both commercial and backyard flocks began in the U.S. in early 2022. The outbreak is now entering the fourth year and continues to cause disruptions in the poultry industry triggering increases in eggs and other poultry product prices at grocery stores across the U.S.
Terry Hensley, DVM, assistant agency director at Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory, TVMDL, and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service veterinarian, and Morgan Farnell, Ph.D., professor and AgriLife Extension program leader in the Texas A&M Department of Poultry Sciences, both in Bryan-College Station, are experts with experience in poultry diseases, including HPAI.
They expect instances of the disease to occur as waterfowl, which are the primary carriers for the virus, continue their seasonal migration.
Farnell and Hensley provided insights into the disease, its impact on humans and domestic animals and how to reduce a backyard poultry flock’s chance of exposure.
What is avian influenza?
Hensley said HPAI is a viral infection in the same family as human influenza that can present a respiratory infection in domesticated poultry, including chickens, ducks, turkeys, guineas, and quail. HPAI has a mortality rate in chickens approaching 100%. An infected bird will infect other birds very quickly, with most deaths occurring within 24 to 48 hours.
Where does avian influenza come from and how is it spread?
Wild waterfowl are the natural reservoir of avian influenza viruses including
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HPAI H5N1. During the annual fall and spring migration, the virus periodically spills over into domestic poultry creating costly disease events. Infections have been reported in every U.S. state, Hensley said.
Poultry can be exposed by being in the same space as infected birds. Birds pick up virus particles through respiratory exposure as well as through feces or having access to an area frequented by wild birds.
The virus thrives in cold weather. Outbreaks in the U.S. typically subside or completely cease in summer months due to the heat. However, since 2022, outbreaks of HPAI H5N1 in the U.S. diminish during the summer only to see a resurgence during fall, winter and spring. So, Hensley said only time will tell whether this strain of HPAI is here to stay and will continue to pose a threat to the poultry industry and backyard flocks.
What symptoms should poultry owners look for in their flock?
Hensley said dead birds are a clear potential sign and are often the first thing owners notice. Domestic birds that look sick, lethargic, depressed or with ruffled feathers could be showing early signs of infection. Poultry infected with avian influenza will likely die within hours or a day of showing signs. Sometimes, sudden death without apparent clinical signs can be seen.
What should you do if you suspect a bird in your flock has avian influenza?
There is no treatment for birds infected with avian influenza, Hensley said. Producers who suspect they have infected birds, should contact the Texas Animal Health Commission, TVMDL or their local AgriLife Extension agent.
Those agencies can guide them through the appropriate next steps, which include submitting samples to TVMDL for testing.
What can producers do to protect their flocks against avian influenza?
Prevention is the only way to reduce the risk of avian
influenza for backyard poultry flocks. Farnell said the risks “will never be zero, but a healthy dose of paranoia along with following biosecurity protocols consistently can help protect your birds.”
Controlling the movement of poultry and reducing their exposure to areas where migrating waterfowl like ducks and geese might gather should be the top priority for backyard producers. Flocks should not have access to open ponds where waterfowl might introduce the virus or comingle with birds.
Biosecurity protocols should also include clothes, shoes and tools that are designated for use around your flock only. Shoes can pick up and deliver infected particles to your flock. Can I get avian influenza?
Hensley said there have been 71 human cases of avian influenza across the U.S. as of Jan. 26, including two deaths. However, the health risk to humans remains low, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has tips to prevent human infections.
The commercial supply flocks for eggs and poultry products destined for the food supply are tested on a regular schedule for avian influenza. Standard cooking protocols used for other food borne pathogens will kill the virus, he said. USDA considers poultry products and pasteurized dairy products safe with respect to HPAI.
Beyond humans and poultry, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has also reported avian influenza in a wide range of animals including dairy cattle, domestic cats, raccoons, skunks, bears, bobcats, foxes, coyotes, harbor seals, bottlenose dolphins and others. How many positive cases has Texas had?
The Texas Animal Health Commission has confirmed six positive avian influenza cases in counties around the state since Nov. 12, 2025. Most of those positive infections were in wild birds or backyard flocks. Experts expect sporadic cases to occur through spring and recommend vigilance among backyard and commercial producers.
What happens next?
Federal and state agencies will continue to monitor the spread of avian influenza. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 186 million commercial and backyard poultry have been affected by avian influenza since January 2022.
Commercial producers apply stringent biosecurity protocols to protect their flocks, but outbreaks do occur. The threat of the disease’s impact on grocery store prices will continue. High mortality rate of the virus has influenced egg and poultry prices when significant outbreaks in commercial production facilities occurred in the past.
Those interested in avian testing should call one of TVMDL’s poultry laboratories in Gonzales or Center, or one of the agency’s full-service laboratories in College Station or Canyon. For more information on TVMDL’s testing services, visit tvmdl. tamu.edu.
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• Thinking outside the box
• Always look for best value when using tax money
• Promoting healthy growth while maintaining our rural way of life
• Leveraging developers to upgrade roads at no cost to the taxpayer
• Promoting and protecting our natural resources
• Continue working to secure potable water
• I am a candidate that can think for myself and not have decisions made for me
• I am not one of the “good ole boys,” I will treat all citizens fair and equally
• Supporting a balanced budget
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Friends of Hagerman NWR March 2026 Activities
Press Release - The following is the Friends of Hagerman NWR Press Release. For more information about these events, please email: friendsofhagerman@ gmail.com . All events are sponsored by the Friends of Hagerman and occur at the Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center: 6465 Refuge Road, Sherman, TX 75092, unless stated otherwise.
Volunteers Needed: There is something for everyone at Hagerman! From Bat & Monarch monitoring to greeting visitors and being a tram tour guide, get more information at https:// friendsofhagerman.com/ Volunteer. Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center Greeters Meet and greet people from all over the world while giving out information about the refuge and wildlife. Hand out maps and make sales in the Nature Nook. Come and join our team! For more information, please email friendsofhagerman@ gmail.com.
Butterfly Garden
Like digging in your garden? Want to learn about native plants? Come join out Master Naturalists and Gardeners in maintaining the Butterfly Garden. For more information on volunteering, please email FriendsofHagerman@email. com for details.
Outdoor Crew
Do you enjoy working outside, mowing, sprucing up hiking trails, trimming and removing brush and general cleanup? Join the Outdoor Crew at Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge. The Outdoor Crew meets on the First Tuesday and Fourth Saturday of every month. Please email friendsofhagerman@gmail.
com for details and to join our team. Scouts welcome!
Activities & Events:
The Little Sit: March 7th at 7:00am Pad-H on the West side of Hagerman NWR
If you want to learn how to identify the birds of North Texas, the "Little Sit" is the perfect way to start. Meet the Bird Census Team while learning how to identify the birds of North Texas, and enjoy the beautiful sunrise over Lake Texoma! Modeled after Cornell's national "Big Sit" event, a group of dedicated birders invite you to join them at sunrise to conduct a bird count as multiple species fly to the water and the surrounding land to feed.
Leaders will bring spotting scopes and will provide tips for identification of the many species you will see. This event lasts a couple of hours, but all are welcome to come and go as they please. Participants are advised to bring a chair, binoculars and water.
We meet on the first Saturday of each month, 30 minutes before sunrise to watch the birds come into the water and begin to feed. We usually stay out for 2-3 hours, but you are welcome for all or part of the Sit. For more information, a map to Pad-H and to register to receive event updates (registering is recommended to be informed of location change) https://www. friendsofhagerman.com/ event-6486768?Calendar ViewType=1&SelectedDa te=12/26/2025 Or email: friendsofhagerman@gmail. com. GPS Coordinates to Pad-H: 33.734961, -96.780582 Free and open to the public, funded by donations.
Friends of Hagerman NWR Annual Meeting Sunday, March 8th at 2pm. Hear reports from board
members on their work advancing the mission of the Friends of Hagerman NWR Foundation, a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization dedicated to instilling reverence, respect, and conservation of our wild creatures and habitats through supporting environmental education, recreational activities, and programs of Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Members may also vote on nominated board appointees. Early Bird Guided Walk. Come walk on the wild side with Jack Chiles! Saturday March 14th at 8am to 9:30am Master Naturalist Jack Chiles will lead this Early Bird Walk, weather permitting. Participants will view birds and wildlife along Harris Creek Trail, walking about two miles, and returning to the Visitor Center in time for the Second Saturday program. Register to receive event updateshttps:// friendsofhagerman.com/ event-6514718?Calendar ViewType=1&SelectedDa te=3/15/2026
Second Saturday: Saturday March 14th at 10am. Pollinators with Laurie Sheppard. Pollination is the essential transfer of pollen from one flower part to another, enabling the survival of the plant species and its ability to reproduce, create seeds, and produce fruit. Pollinators of many types are critical for maintaining global ecosystems and food security. They are instrumental in the reproduction of 75% of flowering plants and 35% of food crops. Protecting pollinators is crucial for maintaining the diversity, beauty, and abundance of our food supply and natural landscapes. Laurie will describe the different types
of pollination and many of the pollinators you may see on the refuge. Register to receive a reminder three days before the event https:// friendsofhagerman.com/ event-6514946?Calendar ViewType=1&SelectedDa te=3/15/2026
Laurie Sheppard is a certified Texas Master Naturalist with a primary interest in butterflies. She has tracked, photographed, and documented 95 butterfly species at Hagerman NWR of the 98 species of butterflies recorded in Grayson County. She leads a group of volunteers who provide Monarch migration data to Journey North each year and she was responsible for locating and reporting on several sub-populations of “at risk” Frosted Elfin butterflies at Hagerman. Laurie is a long-time volunteer at Hagerman NWR, currently serving as a Butterfly Garden Docent, a Tram Driver, a Nature Nook staffer, a writer/ editor for the Featherless Flyer, and a member of the Friends of Hagerman Board of Directors. She is an avid photographer and regularly shares her images of butterflies, birds, and other wildlife on social media and in the Friends of Hagerman’s public outreach materials. SPRING BREAKRefuge Rocks for Kids: Tuesday, March 17th, Thursday March 19th and Saturday March 21st at 10am. Texas Treasures: BATS, ROCKS, AND SYMBOLS/Refuge Rocks (Ages 5-12). Free and open to the public, registration is required. Donations are accepted to support this and other events and programs sponsored by the Friends of Hagerman NWR.
Tuesday – March 17th at 10am to noon. Meet the Mexican Free-Tailed Bat— Texas’ flying superstar! In
this two-hour class, kids will discover cool bat facts, play fun learning activities, and create a bat-tastic craft while learning why these amazing bats are so important to Texas. Registration required https://friendsofhagerman. com/event-6550828?Calend arViewType=1&SelectedDa te=3/15/2026
Thursday – March 19th at 10am to noon. Dig into Texas’ rocky treasures! In this two-hour class, kids will explore the Texas State Stone—petrified palmwood—and the Texas State Stone—blue topaz. Young rockhounds will learn fun facts, see what makes these Texas stars special, and create rock and gem crafts to take home. Registration required https:// friendsofhagerman.com/ event-6550848?Calendar ViewType=1&SelectedDa te=3/15/2026
Saturday – March 21 at 10am to noon. Discover what makes Texas, Texas! In our March Refuge Rocks program, kids will explore a variety of Texas State Symbols and learn how they connect to the plants, animals, and natural world of our great state. Through hands-on state symbol activities and crafts, young explorers will have fun learning Texas pride the nature-related way! This Spring Break class is in conjunction with our regular monthly Refuge Rocks program. Registration required https:// friendsofhagerman.com/ event-6550849?Calendar ViewType=1&SelectedDa te=3/15/2026 Hagerman Photo Club Meeting – Saturday March 21st at 1pm Owls - Know Your Subject
Dr. Wayne Meyer, an ornithologist, began birding at the age of 13 in Connecticut. He has birded extensively on both coasts
of the United States and has spent the past quarter century birding in Texas and Oklahoma. Wayne will share his knowledge about Owls, which will help you learn their habits. Knowing more about your subject will help you locate and photograph your "prey".
Beginning Birding ClassSaturday, March 28th from 8am to noon. Dr. Wayne Meyer will lead a foursession course this spring on identifying and enjoying local birds. The classes will cover the basics—how to use binoculars and field guides, recognize common local species, and find birds in the field. You will spend approximately 90 minutes each session in the classroom and the rest of the time out on the refuge looking at birds. Each day of the course will focus different aspects of birding. Students enrolled in the course are encouraged to attend all four sessions. Sessions will be from 8 AM until noon 3/28, 4/4, 4/11 and 4/18 from 8am to noon. Class is limited to the first 15 who register at https:// friendsofhagerman.com/ event-6567650/Registration Tram Tours every Saturday and Sunday at 2:00pm Enjoy a 60 – 90-minute tour along Wildlife Drive at the Refuge. Enjoy learning about the history of the displaced town of Hagerman while watching for wildlife. Lots of stops for birdwatching and photography. Reservations required. Standbys are accepted if space permits. Free and open to the public. Funded by donations. https:// www.friendsofhagerman. com/Tram-Tours.
Butterfly Garden Stroll: Discontinued until Spring 2025. The garden is free of charge and open to the public from sunrise to sunset every day of the year.
Exciting News.... Messy Church for Fannin County
● Join us February 28th at 4:30 pm at the Creative Arts Center for Celebration/Worship, Crafts, Games, Food, and experience "Church" a whole new way.
● Free meal provided.
● Messy Church will be held at The Creative Arts Center on the 4th Saturday of each month from 4:30 - 6:00pm 200 W. 5th St. Bonham, TX 75418
Find us on Facebook at: MessyChurchFanninCounty
The Fannin County Leader Deadline is Thursdays @ Noon
2/24/26
Gospel / Country Music Program
What: Half Gospel / Half Country Music
Promise yourself you won't grow old saying, "I wish I had."
Fannin County Mobile Food Pantry
1st Tuesday of every month
Ladonia ♥ ♥ 9am
South Side of City Hall
3rd Wednesday of every month
Bonham ♥ ♥ 9am
Fannin County Multipurpose Complex 700 FM 87, Bonham, TX 75418
Volunteers are needed: justserve.org/feedingfannin
When: February 28th ● ● 6pm
Where: Bonham Texas Senior Center
Admission: FREE, Donations appreciated
If you are a performer or want to be one, you are Welcome.
For more info please text: Lenny Paulk 903-449-0880
Press Release - In order to earn a GED, students must successfully pass four tests. The tests are English, Science, Social Studies, and Math. Our instructor, Sharon Roberts, is a retired classroom teacher with a passion for teaching. She is goal oriented and determines where each student is in the learning process, creating a plan to fit each individual student.
The Fannin Literacy Council offer free GED classes for adults from two locations. Classes are held each Saturday from 10:00AM to 2:00PM at the Honey Grove Library, 500 North 6th Street. Call 903-378-2206 for more information.
The TEAM Center in Bonham at 806 West 16th Street offers classes each Monday and Tuesday evening from 4:00-8:00PM. Call 903-583-1264 for more information. The time is now to get started on obtaining your GED!
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Tuesday Morning Fishing. Thanks To Gregg And Jeff For Fishing With Us Out Of The Lighthouse Marina. (Photo Courtesy Of Rex Bridges Guide Service) Send YOUR FISHING OR HUNTING pictures to fcltimmeek@gmail.com or text to 903-227-5702 for FREE publication on the Outdoor Page.
Week of February 11, 2026
Bois d’Arc FAIR. Normal stain; 55 degrees; 2.76 below pool. Water temperatures are 50-54 degrees and have risen as high 55-58 degrees in the trees. The morning bite continues to be slow, with the best bite midday. Shallow fish can be caught in 3-6 feet of water around bushes with spinnerbaits. Texas rigs are fair around creeks edges in 3-5 feet. The offshore bite has picked up with big crankbaits and deep husky jerkbaits over structure or old pond dams in 1522 feet. Report by Marc Mitchell, Mitchell’s Guide Service. Crappie are slow with fish clinging to the bottom. When you can find fish, vertically jig. Report by River Bottom Boys Guide Service. Texoma FAIR. Water stained; 42 degrees; 0.75 feet above pool. With the warmer sunny days since the arctic cold we experienced over the last couple weeks the water temperatures have warmed back up a few degrees. Casting swimbaits in 15-25 feet of water on points and structure is producing fish, along with deadsticking on more active groups of fish in 50-65 feet of water. Keep an eye out for actively working groups of birds, most are lying lately but worth checking. Big fish will move back shallow, 5-12 feet of water on big swimbaits and roadrunners. Catfishing remains a deep water game, finding fish scattered in 50-70 feet of water drifting medium to large cut gizzard shad is producing some good catfish. Have patience and stick with it as they are more scattered in the deep water. With the warmer sunnier days we have had and are forecasted in the coming days the crappie will be moving a little more into the 15-20 feet of water on structures. Productive bite on jigs, colors, and sizes vary day to day. Report by Jacob Orr, Lake Texoma, Guaranteed Guide Service. The cooler water temperature has ignited the deadstick bite. Drop 4 inch flukes straight down and hold them still until you get a bite. Stripers are good with Alabama rigs or swimbaits on structures in 12-20 feet of water. Report by John Blasingame, Adventure Texoma Outdoors.
Hannah Harris Elected to Membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
BATON ROUGE, LA
(02/17/2026) -- Hannah Harris of Leonard, Texas, was recently elected to membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society, at Texas Tech University. Harris is among approximately 20,000 students, fac-
Game Warden Field Notes
Gesundheit!
On Feb. 15, a Real County game warden assisted the Real County Sheriff’s Department on a call about a reckless driver that had been pulled over just south of Leakey. After the deputy made contact with the driver, he told the game warden the driver was acting very nervous. While the deputy was running the driver’s information the subject sped away and a pursuit ensued. Real County sheriff’s office, the game warden, the DPS trooper and the Real County Constable were involved in the pursuit. After pursuing the subject for about 5 miles south of Leakey the subject stopped and fled on foot. The driver ran towards the Frio river and jumped in the river. The game warden
drove to the other side of the river to try and apprehend the subject, but the subject made it back across the river. A bystander told the warden where the subject crossed the river again, and he and the other officers began a search for the subject. While waiting for the Edwards County sheriff’s office K9 unit to arrive, the game warden was continuing the search when he heard someone sneeze in the tall grass. The warden began searching the area where he heard the sneeze and shortly after found the subject in a ditch covered up with grass. The subject was apprehended transported to the Real County Jail. The subject said he fled because he was scared and was out on bond. He also had two bags of
ulty, professional staff and alumni to be initiated into Phi Kappa Phi each year. Membership is by invitation only and requires nomination and approval by a chapter. Only the top 10 percent of seniors and 7.5 percent of juniors are eligible for membership. Graduate students in the top 10 percent of the number of candidates for graduate degrees may also qualify, as do faculty, professional staff and alumni who have achieved scholarly dis-
tinction. Phi Kappa Phi was founded in 1897 under the leadership of undergraduate student Marcus L. Urann who had a desire to create a different kind of honor society: one that recognized excellence in all academic disciplines. Today, the Society has chapters on more than 300 campuses in the United States and its territories. Its mission is to "cultivate a community that celebrates and advances the love of learning."
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Meals on Wheels, BONHAM, needs VOLUNTEERS to deliver meals to home bound seniors and adults with disabilities. Just ONE HOUR of your time a week can make such a difference. Call 903-583-8573
210 E 6th St, Bonham Mon. - Fri. 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
marijuana stuffed in his boots.
Texas Lake Levels +/as of 2/18/26
Benbrook -2.85
Bois d’Arc Lake -2.25
Bonham -2.32
Loud & Incredibly Dumb While patrolling the San Jacinto River for fishing license violations in eastern Montgomery County, San Jacinto and Montgomery County game wardens heard a gunshot that sounded extremely close. After looking at a map, they noticed a pipeline about 50 yards away. As they made their way down the pipeline, the wardens noticed a pickup and ATV tucked away into the woods. While approaching the pickup, they witnessed two individuals tucking things into the toolbox of the truck. It appeared they had interrupted what was about to be a hunt without consent case. A bag of hog-wild attractant was found in the toolbox as well as a shotgun with buckshot and a rifle with a thermal scope. The ATV had been reported stolen out of Liberty County in 2018, so it was seized for further investigation. The registered owner of the ATV listed a guide on his hunting lease as his primary suspect. The guide just happened to be the same individual who was in possession of the ATV. Charges Pending.
Bridgeport -4.64
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Fannin County Commissioners Contact Information
Fannin County Judge Newt Cunningham
Fannin County Courthouse ● 903-583-7455
Precinct 1 Commissioner Troy Waggoner
Pct. Barn Location: 8865 Highway 56 W (2 miles east of Savoy) Savoy, Texas 75479
Phone: 903-965-7030
Email Address: twaggoner@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 Kurt Fogelberg
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 Doug Kopf
Pct. Barn Location: 1369 East Highway 56 Bonham, Texas 75418 Phone: 903-583-2039
Email Address: dkopf@fanninco.net
Come join the Friends who support our seniors. Make new friends just like you! They use their time and talents to support senior activities and be a part of fund raisers. It will improve your social life and theirs. We meet at the Bonham Texas Senior Center every 1st Monday of each month at 3:00 PM. (210 E 6th Street). If you are unable to give of your time please consider a tax deductible donation. Questions: text Jan at 972-529-0282.
Submitted by Jan Johnson, President Bonham Texas Senior Center 972-529-0282 ● Mail: 210 E 6th Street, Bonham, 75418 We love our members and more members are needed (Age 18 and up)
If you’re pregnant, we want to help. 903-640-8230
Fannin Pregnancy Care Center 1500 N. Center Bonham, Texas
Classifieds: 903-583-3280
Fannin County Leader Deadline Thursdays @ Noon
2/24/26
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Notice is hereby given that Original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of JIMMIE RAY JARVIS deceased, were issued on the 17th day of February, 2026, in Cause No. PR2026-13510, pending in the County Court at Law of Fannin County, Texas to CAROLE SUE JARVIS . . The address of the Independent Executor is as follows:
Ms. Carole Sue Jarvis 1161 CR 1240
Savoy, Texas 75479
The address of the attorney for the Independent Executor is as follows:
Ms. Sharron L. Johnson Attorney at Law 305 S. Center Street
Bonham, Texas 75418
All persons having claims against this Estate, which is currently being administered, are required to present them within the time and in the manner prescribed by law.
DATED THIS THE 17TH DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2026. s/ Carole Sue Jarvis CAROLE SUE JARVIS , Independent Executor of the Estate of JIMMIE RAY JARVIS deceased
2/24/26
General Notice
Bois D’ Arc Municipal Utility District (Owner) is requesting Bids for the construction of the following Project: 8” Waterline Improvements – CR 2907 & CR 2900 B011294.001
Bids for the construction of the Project will be received by Bois D’ Arc Municipal Utility District at the office of the Engineer, Dunaway located at 118 Mckinney St., Farmersville, Texas 75442, until Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 2:00 PM local time. At that time the Bids received will be publicly opened and read.
Obtaining the Bidding Documents Information and Bidding Documents for the Project can be found on the following designated website: www.civcastusa.com
Bidding Documents may be downloaded from the designated website. Prospective Bidders are urged to register with the designated website as a plan holder, even if Bidding Documents are obtained from a plan room or source other than the designated website in either electronic or paper format. The designated website will be updated periodically with addenda, lists of registered plan holders, reports, and other information relevant to submitting a Bid for the Project. All official notifications, addenda, and other Bidding Documents will be offered only through the designated website. Neither Owner nor Engineer will be responsible for Bidding Documents, including addenda, if any, obtained from sources other than the designated website.
The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: Dunaway, Angel Delgado, P.E., adelgado@dunaway.com 118 Mckinney Street, Farmersville, Texas 75442
Bidding Documents may be obtained from the Issuing Office during the hours indicated above. Bidding Documents are available on compact disc (as portable document format (PDF) files) for a non-refundable charge of $25.00, excluding overnight or express service. Alternatively, printed Bidding Documents may be obtained from the Issuing Office either via in-person pick-up or via mail, upon Issuing Office’s receipt of payment for the Bidding Documents. The non-refundable cost of printed Bidding Documents is $75.00 per set, payable to Dunaway, excluding overnight or express service. Partial sets of Bidding Documents will not be available from the Issuing Office. Neither Owner nor Engineer will be responsible for full or partial sets of Bidding Documents, including Addenda if any, obtained from sources other than the Issuing Office. A pre-bid conference will not be held.
Instructions to Bidders.
For all further requirements regarding bid submittal, qualifications, procedures, and contract award, refer to the Instructions to Bidders that are included in the Bidding Documents.
This Advertisement is issued by: Owner: Bois D’ Arc Municipal Utility District By: Billy Stephens
Title: General
Soaring Back Into The Spotlight: Lady Eagles hoops in postseason for first time since '21-22
season
By Rich Hilliard
Aleea Wheeler.
SPORTS SPORTS SPORTS SPORTS SPORTS SPORTS
By Rich Hilliard
By Rich Hilliard
District undefeated champion Leonard leads Fannin County's qualifiers for the various 2026 boys' basketball postseason brackets.
The Tigers won 11-3A -their first district title since 2022 -- qualified for the Class 3A Division-II bracket and will make their third-straight postseason trip. Meanwhile, Dodd City and Ector finished as co-champions, as Fannin County teams claimed the four available postseason berths in 19-1A. No championship play-in will occur, since it would not affect postseason seeding.
The Hornets advance into
the 1A Division-I bracket and Eagles go into the 1A Division-II from the district. Each will equate 19-1A's respective top seed. Savoy advances into the Division-I bracket and Fannindel goes into Division II, as the district's respective No. 2 seed. It equates Ector's 11th postseason trip in the last 12 years, Dodd City's 10thconsecutive, Savoy's thirdstraight advance -- and fourth since 1984 -- and Fannindel's first since 2023. Meanwhile, Honey Grove advances as 14-2A's No. 2 seed into the 2A Division-II bracket -- the Warriors' sixthstraight postseason.
finale
School. Photo by Rich Hilliard
Fannindel's Kai Hilliard fights
during
scrimmage held on Savoy's Robert F. Hodges Field. Photo by Rich Hilliard
Photo by Rich Hilliard
Ector's Audrey Arie (10) focuses on her free throw attempt as Savoy's Addy Hernandez (2) watches in the background on Feb. 3 during District 19-1A girls' basketball played in Savoy. Photo by Rich Hilliard
Ector's Aspen Harrison (15) guards Savoy's Addy Hernandez (2) on Feb. 3 during District 19-1A girls' basketball played in Savoy. Photo by Rich Hilliard
Ector's Ella Laymance (11) brings the ball up court on Feb. 3 during District 19-1A girls' basketball played in Savoy. Photo by Rich Hilliard
Ector's Aleea Wheeler (3) focuses on her free throw attempt on Feb. 3 during District 19-1A girls' basketball played in Savoy. Photo by Rich Hilliard
Ector's Lydia Essary (2) looks to drive past Savoy's Libby Hill (11) near the 3-point arc on Feb. 3 during District 19-1A girls' basketball played in Savoy. Essary equates the Lady Eagles' lone senior this season. Photo by Rich Hilliard
Ector's Alana Mackey (1) nears midcourt during a drive up court on Feb. 3 during District 19-1A girls' basketball played in Savoy. Photo by Rich Hilliard
Aleea Wheeler (3), Ella Laymance, Audrey Arie (10), Ainsley Greathouse (23), Alana Mackey (1) and the rest of the Lady Eagles listen to Ector head girls' basketball coach Dalton Herndon during a team huddle on Feb. 3 during District 19-1A girls' basketball played in Savoy. Photo by Rich Hilliard
Spiritual Warfare
Calvary Baptist Church Bonham, Texas
We are now in the middle of a study about spiritual warfare. The primary position for this battle is on our knees. We must be “praying always with all prayer and supplication” as we fight the good fight. A week from Friday, which will March 6, we will be diving into the “A Praying Life” Seminar. I urge you to come. It is no coincidence that we
are landing on the topic of spiritual warfare as it relates to our prayer life at this Godappointed time. I am continuing to pray that our church would be full of prayer warriors. As I highlighted Sunday, a “prayer warrior” is a Christian who is…
• Seeking God with his/her whole heart,
• Saturating himself/herself in the Word of God,
• Genuinely devoted to praying continually, fervently, and effectively,
• Keenly aware of, understands, and is engaged in spiritual warfare. Would you begin asking God to help you become a prayer warrior?
For His Glory, Lyn and Lissa
Sunday Morning Re-Wind
Sacrificial Love
Hello everyone!
This week’s devotion comes from John 15:13. “Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.”
Every year on Veterans Day and Memorial Day I can’t help but come back to this verse. These are the times of year when we recognize those brave men and women who risk their own lives in defending and serving our country. We definitely owe them a huge debt of gratitude. We must never forget that our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, gave His life for us so that we can have eternal life through Him. This is the ultimate example of the highest form of love, called sacrificial love. Here Jesus is showing His disciples what true love should look like.
Sacrificial love means being willing to give up one’s life for the good of others. There is no other love that is more powerful or complete than what Jesus is describing here. The ultimate act of love is self-sacrifice, which means putting the lives and well-being of others before your own. Jesus points to His own sacrifice on the cross; the place where He gave His life for all mankind. This verse is also a model for the believer. We are called to love others with that same selfless, giving spirit, even at the cost of something or someone near and dear to us. This verse shows us that true love is proven by actions; not just words. The greatest expression of love is self-sacrifice.
In 1886, James Grindly
Spanish Sunday School
Every Sunday @ 9:45 AM
Calvary Baptist Church 913 S. 5th Bonham, TX
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Small wrote this classic hymn that comes from the message in this verse.
“I’ve found a Friend, O such a Friend!
He loved me ere I knew Him; He drew me with the cords of love, And thus He bound me to Him; And round my heart still closely twine Those ties which naught can sever, For I am His, and He is mine, Forever and forever. I’ve found a Friend, O such a Friend!
He bled, He died to save me; And not alone the gift of life, But His own self He gave me. Naught that I have mine own I call, I’ll hold it for the giver; My heart, my strength, my life, my all Are His, and His forever.”
Bro. Josh Stevenson
The Praising Of God
By Mike Dickison Minister for the Ivanhoe Church of Christ
While there are those that refuse to believe in God, many today have a desire to praise God. We see it on social media and hear it in conversations. Many, while wanting to praise God, simply do not understand what it means to praise or glorify God.
The Almighty’s earth reflects the creator. “Let the heaven and earth praise him, the seas, and every thing that moveth therein” (Psalm 69:34). The expanse of outer space, proof of God, praise Him, “Praise ye him, sun and moon: praise him, all ye stars of light” (Psalm 148:3). We find great examples of praise to God in the Old and New Testaments. The psalmist encourages our praise to God, “And my tongue shall speak of thy righteousness and of thy praise all the day long” (Psalm 35:28). And again, “Seven times a day do I praise thee because of thy righteous judgments” (Psalm 119:164). Paul and Silas “prayed, and sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them (Acts 16:25). We ARE to praise God, but HOW is God praised? He is not worshipped with “men's hands, as though he needed any thing, seeing he giveth to all life, and breath, and all things” (Acts 15:8). He is not honored with our voices without heart. Jesus said, “This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoureth me with their lips; but their heart is far from me” (Matthew 15:8).
Our words play and important part of Worship. Paul writes, “Praise the Lord, all ye Gentiles; and laud him, all ye people” (Romans 15:11). In the book of Hebrews, we find that a declaration is involved with praise. “Saying, I will declare thy name unto my brethren, in the midst of the church will I sing praise unto thee” (Hebrews 2:12). The good works accomplished by God’s children show praise unto God. “Be-
ing filled with the fruits of righteousness, which are by Jesus Christ, unto the glory and praise of God” (Philippians 1:11). Christ said, “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven” (Matthew 5:16).
The Lord helps us to understand that bearing fruit is a part of praise to God. John records these words of Jesus, “Herein is my Father glorified, that ye bear much fruit; so shall ye be my disciples” (John 15:8). This fruit is “love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance” (Galatians 5:22-23).
The apostle Paul, by inspiration, reminds us of the importance of unity in praising and glorifying our God. “Now the God of patience and consolation grant you to be likeminded one toward another according to Christ Jesus: That ye may with one mind and one mouth glorify God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ” (Romans 15:5-6). We are “beseeched” by the authority of “our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you; but that ye be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment” (1 Corinthians 1:10).
We praise God, our Creator, by giving ourselves over to him, to be consecrated. Paul declares that Christians “are bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body, and in your spirit, which are
God's” (1 Corintians 6:20).
Jehovah has redeemed us “with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot: who verily was foreordained before the foundation of the world, but was manifest in these last times for you” (1 Peter 1:20).
We praise God with our voices, our good works, by bearing fruit, by keeping to His word, and by giving ourselves to His purpose. May we all strive to PRAISE GOD.
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Hatefulness Division
Romans 12:18
If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
Romans 12:18 recognizes that while we can’t control everything, we should try our best to seek peace. For instance, you can’t control someone else’s anger or vitriol, but you can control yourself. By controlling our words, our actions, and our conduct, we can encourage peace rather than discord. For example, as believers, we should purposely avoid provoking strife or fighting. Include and make time for GOD this Sunday
CALVARY UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH
When: Sun. 10:30am. Wed. 7:00pm
Where: 1190 Hwy 56 W. Bonham. Pastor: Steven Luton, 903-583-4346
12-18-18
Genesis 1:1 to Revelation 22:21
Nothing added. Nothing Subtracted. The Holy Bible in conservative Wesley Tradition Interested? Come Join us at Grace Methodist/Bonham For More information: info@bonhamgrace.com • 903-494-0227
2430 Albert Broadfoot St. Bonham, TX Services - Sundays 10:15 a.m.
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Fannin County
Leonard First Assembly of God, 108 Pecan Leonard, Texas 469-450-9777
Allen’s Point Baptist Church 310 CR 2775 Honey Grove, TX 75446 903-378-7038
Ivanhoe Baptist Church 4063 NO.FM 273 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 (903)583-2359
Bailey Bible Baptist Church 205 Leslie Bailey, Texas 75413
Bethlehem Baptist Church “The House of Bread” 1415 Franklin Avenue, Bonham, TX 7541 Office: 903-583-8061
Bois D’Arc Creek Cowboy Church Hwy 121 & Edhube Road 903-583-1671
Boyd Baptist Church 3707 St. Hwy. 78 N Bonham, Texas Phone (903) 583-7288
Calvary Baptist Church 913 S. 5th St Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-3910
Central Baptist Church (Fundmental, Independent) 709 Union Ave. Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 505-4124
Corinth Baptist Church 277 CR 1150 N. of Bonham on Highway 78 903 583 2750
Dial Baptist Church 16816 FM 1550 Honey Grove, TX 75446 903-378-7070
Lamasco Baptist Church 346 CR 2615 Telephone, Texas 75488
Duplex Baptist Church 313 CR 2102 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-664-3175
Edhube Baptist Church 595 FM 2815 Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-2840
Elwood Baptist Intersection of CR 2125 and CR 2544 near Ivanhoe, Texas
Faith Independent Baptist Church 12676 W Hwy 82 Savoy, Tx 75479 903-965-5517
First Baptist Church of Bailey PO Box 221 Bailey, Texas 75413 (903) 583-0732
First Baptist Church of Bonham 710 N. Center Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-0732
First Baptist Church of Dodd City PO Box 47 Dodd City, Texas 75438-0047 (903)583-4465
First Baptist Church of Honey Grove PO Box 124 Honey Grove, Texas 75446 (903)378-2768
First Baptist Church of Ladonia 301 East Main Ladonia, Texas 75449-100 (903)367-7038
First Baptist Church of Leonard 100 East Thomas St. [PO Box 1146] Leonard, TX 75452 (903) 587-2250
First Baptist Church of Pecan Gap PO Box 100 Pecan Gap, Texas 75469 (903)359-6683
First Baptist Church of Randolph PO Box 14 Randolph, Texas 75475 (903)583-6900
First Baptist Church of Savoy .O. Box 177 Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) 965-4160
First Baptist Church of Trenton PO Box 157 Trenton, Texas 75490 (903)989-2319
First Fannin Baptist Hispanic Church Rt. 4 Box 10 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-5727
Gober Baptist Church P.O. Box 82 Wolfe City, Texas 75496 (903) 583-2378
Grace Reformed Baptist Church 2800 10th St Honey Grove TX gracerbcbonham.com
Little Bethel Baptist Church PO Box 63 Ladonia, Texas 75449 Phone (903)367-7708
Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Rt 1 Box 101B, PO Box 73, Ladonia, Texas 75449 Phone (903)367-7009
New Home Baptist Church 1300 N Maple St. Bonham 903-583-4509
Joyful Light Baptist Church 4695 FM 2645 Savoy, TX 75418 903-436-5440
Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 1409 W. Market St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 (615) 448-8802
New Zion Baptist Church 627 County Road 1265 Bonham, TX 75418 903-961-2027
Pilgram Rest Baptist Church 703 Agusta St. Trenton, Texas
Ravenna Baptist Church 100 Elm Street Ravenna, Texas 75476
Rising Son Cowboy Church 1526 CR 2010 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-640-3377
Sandy Baptist Church Ravenna, Texas 75476 (903) 583-9546
Seventh & Main Baptist Church 617 N. Main Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-8679
Sovereign Grace Baptist Church 601 S. 4th St. Bonham, TX 469-207-1141
Telephone Baptist Church located on FM 273 in Telephone Office phone: 903-664-2377
Primera Iglesia Baustia Hispana 1134 FM 273 Bonham, Texas 75418 903-583-5727
Trinity Baptist Church 219 W. Denison Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-3388
Valley Creek Baptist Church 3615 FM 896, Leonard, TX 75452 903-587-2386
Westside Baptist Church 912 W. Commerce St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 903-249-2987
Windom Baptist Church 203 1st Street Windom, TX 75492 (903) 623-2215
Horse Creek Cowboy Church 2992 CR 2285 Telephone, Texas 75488 903-486-1630
Elizabeth Catholic Church corner of 10th & Maple Bonham, TX office 903-583-7734
Cedar St. Ector, Texas 903-961-3155 Ivanhoe Church of Christ P.O. Box 322290 CR 2040 Ivanhoe, TX 75447
Blvd Church of Christ 411 Katy Blvd Bonham, TX 75418 706-294-5996
Midway Church of Christ Hwy 56 W Bonham 903 583 3989
Church of Christ 2020 N. Center Bonham, Texas 75418 (903)583-3484 Savoy Church of Christ P.O. Box 212 Savoy, (903) 965-7344 Trenton Church of Christ 101 W. Saunders St. Trenton, TX 75490 903-989-2446
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state experiencing significant economic growth, urban expansion, and social change. The Texas economy was booming, driven primarily by the oil industry, with West Texas oil fields producing and offshore drilling expanding in the Gulf of Mexico. This prosperity fueled dramatic urban growth—cities were expanding, populations increasing, and the economy diversifying beyond oil and cattle. Dallas was experiencing particular growth, with corporations moving headquarters there and North Dallas developing new suburbs and shopping centers, including North Park Center, which opened in 1965 as one of the first major indoor malls. San Antonio’s River Walk was being developed during this period, with shops and restaurants opening along the downtown river.
Food culture was distinctly Texan, with Tex-Mex fully developed featuring enchiladas, tacos, fajitas, queso, chips, and salsa, alongside barbecue. Car culture dominated social life— driving was central to Texas life,
with drive-in restaurants and movies popular, and teenagers cruising Main Street on Friday nights. Interstate 10, which crossed from El Paso through San Antonio and Houston to Louisiana, made travel faster and connected Texas cities.
High school football was massive in Texas communities, with Friday night lights being a reality where small towns shut down for home games and the whole community turned out. The University of Texas Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies rivalry was intense, with the annual Thanksgiving game being huge.
In 1965 Texas, median annual after-tax family income was $5,700 (about $57,000 in 2026 dollars), with renter families at $4,150 ($42,000 in 2026 dollars); manufacturing workers earned an average weekly wage of $76 ($770 in 2026 dollars). Common items were affordable relative to wages: examples from national/Texas data include milk at ~25¢ per quart, bread ~20¢ per loaf, eggs ~30¢ per dozen, and gasoline ~30¢ per gallon.
