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Fannin County Commissioners Meeting
• Lake Fannin Status • Public Safety And Air Quality Concerns
• County Road Engineer Petition • New Justice Center Rain Water Issues
By Tim Meek
Fannin County Clerk Jenny Garner introduced Palmer Cain, the county’s new elections supervisor. She also announced due to the increasing request for voter registration lists, they will begin charging $120 per request. She also said some of the signage at the Justice Center is incorrect and will need to be corrected.
County resident Molly
Goodson stated “Mr. Cunningham, I do want to thank you. You have brought up transparency throughout your entire time. I do want to thank you for that. It’s very important. I’m not going to mention names, but in our next election coming up I am very concerned, and I want to give a warning. Personally, I have dealt with the city of Bonham, no transparency. I know two years ago, it was brought to the attention and an agenda item, asking them to Zoom the meetings. They would not do that for the people. Personally, that’s a concern under someone that’s going to be running for your position, Mr. Cunningham. That’s very concerning, because I know you want transparency.” Judge Cunningham then address the court regarding the recent election. “So this is sort of a concession speech, yet it’s also an indication that I’m judge ‘til
COUNTYTRASHSERVICE
January. I’m going to stick with my platform. Which is honesty, integrity, and transparency. I like to hear what people think. I like to make decisions based on facts, not misstatements, not misinformation. Unfortunately, a lot of our decisions in government in the U.S. today are made on halftruths and misrepresentations, and we have a public and a news media on occasion that don’t have problems misrepresenting things. I would also tell people that you need to get out and vote. We have a very small percentage of our population voting, and guys, when you don’t vote, the winner gets your vote. If you end up not voting, and
you end up with somebody in office that you didn’t want in office by not voting, you voted for it. I’m going to be in place ‘til January, and January 1, I will make certain that the person coming into office knows where the keys are, and the instrument panel is, and where the steering wheel is. I may keep my hand on the steering wheel ‘til January, but in January, I’m going to make sure they don’t come to office, not knowing how to operate the thing in the direction that they want to take the county.”
See Commissioners on page 5
County Road 1465 - 1900 SqFt, 3 Bed 2 Bath, 11.910 Acres - $675,000
- 6413 Stonewall Street - 1214 SqFt, 0.238 Acres - $225,000
- 211 E Houston - 1648 SqFt, 0.241 Acres - $240,000
SOLD - 1116 County Road 2235 - 2001 SqFt, 21.770 Acres - $272,875
SOLD - 1274 County Road 2515 - 1190 SqFt, 6.045 Acres - $300,000
Volunteers Needed For Workday At Historic Shilo Cemetery
SATURDAY, MARCH 28
8:30 – 4:00
Shilo Cemetery is the formerly abandoned, final resting place for about 200 black and white citizens. Burials date from the 1840s to 1950s, with almost a third of those being infants and young children. Work will involve removing fallen tree branches, digging up thorny vines, chopping off shoots from tree stumps, etc. Volunteer hours may qualify for high school students needing community service credits. For more information, please email 1texjones@gmail.com and check out our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ groups/1262518424156925.
A Thought-Provoking Discussion of Time
Did you ever spend any time contemplating time? Did you ever try to define time? Remember, when you define a word, you cannot use that word in the definition. The Oxford English Dictionary defines time as: “A finite extent or stretch of continued existence, as the interval separating two successive events or actions, or the period during which an action, condition, or state continues.”
To me, the only helpful part of this definition is the use of the word ‘finite’, implying an end, or goal, or destination. Time seems relevant only if there is some change in the future to anticipate.
When I think about time, I am reminded of a quote by former Supreme Court Justice Potter Stewart. In 1964, the Supreme Court was considering a case involving obscenity and pornography, and Justice Potter said of pornography that he couldn’t define it, “but I know it when I see it.” That’s the way I am about time: I can’t define it, but I know it when I see it, or feel it, or whatever sense we use to experience time.
One thing I have discovered about time is that the older I get, the faster time seems to pass. I believe this is because of the amount of life we have lived compared to a period of time. For example, as a child waiting for Christmas, I felt like it would never get here. As a child, one month spent waiting for Christmas was over 1% of my entire life. Today, that same one month is only about 0.1% of my life, so it’s no wonder Christmas is here before I am ready; I’m now ten times as old, and time seems to be moving ten times faster.
With this in mind, I sometimes wonder how God perceives time since He is eternal: He always has been and He always will be (Psalms 90:2, 102:12; Revelations 1:8; Isaiah 57:15). We must also consider that God is spirit (Genesis 1:2, John 4:24). The apostle Peter tells us that to God a day is like a thousand years and a thousand years is like a day (2 Peter 3:8).
To me that implies that time is of little consequence to God. And, indeed, after our time on earth ends and our spirits return to God (Ecclesiastes 12:7), I think that time will become of little interest to us either. There will no longer be death or judgment in our future, only forever.
To me, time seems more of a human concept than a spiritual one.
So how do these concepts of time play into our understanding of God’s Word? In the beginning, after God had created the universe (Genesis 1:1 – 2:1), He planted the Garden of Eden, including the Tree of Life and the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil (Genesis 2:8-9). God placed Adam and Eve in the garden to care for it and gave them the liberty to eat of any of the garden’s fruits except for that of the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil (Genesis 2:16-17). This meant they had free access to the fruit of the Tree of Life and therefore to eternal life.
We do not know how long Adam and Eve lived happily caring for the garden, perhaps days, perhaps millennia, but eventually they broke the one rule God gave them, they ate of the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil (Genesis 3:1-7). Sin was introduced into the world, and just as God had warned man (Genesis 2:17), death was introduced into the world (Genesis 3:19). Because of this sin, man was banished from the Garden of Eden and no longer had access to the Tree of Life and eternal life (Genesis 3:22-24). Until this happened, there was nothing finite in the universe, so there was no need for time to be of any consequence to man.
[Interesting footnote: True to human nature, when confronted by God, both Adam and Eve tried to shift the blame for their sin to someone else (Genesis 3:12-13).]
There is another thought about time that I find really eye-opening. Scholars generally feel that Jesus was born around 4 B.C. and lived to be about 33. This would mean that just under 2,000 years have passed since Jesus was crucified on the cross for our sins. A quick calculation shows that I have already been alive almost 4% of the time that has passed since that amazing sacrifice! Another quick calculation revealed that I have been alive over 2% of the time that has passed since the Israelites wandered in the wilderness and Moses was inspired to begin writing the Bible. Given the genealogies provided in the Bible, we know it has been about 6,000 years since Adam and Eve were exiled from the Garden of Eden. I have been alive for over 1% of the time that has passed since then! How these numbers have changed my perspective! I no longer feel so far removed from these historic events which are so significant to my salvation, and I feel this realization has strengthened my faith. I hope you will find these thoughts about time to be of value to you and your faith.
Rick Osburn, Member Northside Church of Christ
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Commissioner Fogelberg spoke regarding the petition currently circulation for a November ballot to vote for a county Road Engineer. “I think there’s some misunderstanding in the way this petition is being passed in our county to, have a unit road system. But there’s been some mistruths and some other stuff happened that people are saying that if you want better county roads, sign the petition. That’s not a fact, and that’s not transparent. If we’re gonna present something out there for the public to, sign a petition on and possibly vote on. Let’s try to keep it honest. That’s all I have to say.”
ROUTINE ITEMS:
6. Approve payment of bills – County Auditor. Approved
7. Approve minutes of previous meeting(s) – County Clerk. Approved
8. Emergency Medical Services Report for February 2026 – County Judge for Matt Brown, Allegiance. Matt Brown of Allegiance Mobile Health, reported for February 2026: 175 calls in February, with 132 transports. Average response time last month was 12 minutes, 19 seconds. And our longest response was 33 minutes, 54 seconds off of County Road 2135 in Telephone.
9. Auditor monthly reports for January and February 2026 – County Auditor. Report Only
10. Report of Tax AssessorCollector Continuing Education hours completed Report Only
11. Report of monies received by Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 office in February 2026; $35,867.60 Report Only
12. Report of monies received by Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 office in February 2026; $11,885.50 Report Only
13. Report of monies received by Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 office in February 2026; $8,781.70 Report Only
14. Report of monies received by County Clerk’s office in February 2026; All Courts, $22,821.42 and Land Records, $34,813.50– Report Only
15. Report of monies received by District Clerk’s office in February 2026; $21,646.30 Report Only DISCUSSION ITEMS:
16. Discussion regarding Constable Precinct 1 Internal Audit for Fiscal Year 2025–County Auditor. Fannin County Auditor
Alicia Whipple reported “On the citations in 2023 and 2024 fiscal year, there were zero citations, executed by
the constable. In fiscal 2025, there was 232 citations issued, and we randomly pulled 50 of those citations for all of the information that was entered into Odyssey, and of those, some of those didn’t have all the fields entered that are required, which some of those are the race and gender fields. So, we’ve encouraged the constable and anyone entering the tickets to please enter all the information.”
17. Discussion regarding development and railway safety in Savoy – County Judge for Mayor Roger Cada. Judge Cunningham reported “We had an incident last week, where, tanker cars and hopper cars were moved on to what was thought to be an abandoned rail line, and that’s a rail line that runs up this way from the county line, and comes into Fannin to Bonham, and all of a sudden, there were all those cars out there, and that provoked a lot of public concern. I visited with the rail company, which is Texas Northeastern Railroad, made a few phone calls, and was assured that they were, unused cars, brand new, had nothing in them. I was a little curious how you could get a car out on that rail line. The rail line would cost millions of dollars to repair.” Savoy Mayor Roger Cada stated “we’ve already seen permits for two power plants that will be built right behind the school on the north side of the track. Each one of those will have 3 gas-powered generators. It was unsure at that time if the gas that would be used in those generators would be a flare gas, like I’ve seen in some generating type equipment or not, and so that was concerning, and so those two… those two plants, though, are already plotted out. They’ve already got logistics where they actually will be positioned, and that is directly behind the grade school. So that, that is my concern at the present time.”
DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION
ITEMS:
18. Discussion and possible action to approve Memorandum of Agreement between Fannin County Constable Precinct 3 and the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement office of the Department of Homeland Security. – Constable Precinct 3.
Approved
19. Discussion and possible action regarding terminating the August 2, 2016 MultiUse Agreement with TxDOT concerning State Highway 78, Control Section 0279-02, This agenda item is in reference to the TxDOT property at the Red River bridge. Judge Cunningham stated “we have limited funds to spend. That’s one question. The other question, I think there are people who have property on
the Red River who absolutely do not want a boat landing up there, and I think we’re getting pressure from them not to allow boat landing. The Commissioners Court wants to kill the deal.” Fannin County resident David Keene stated that kayaks and canoes could easily access the river without using the area where the old roadside park was located.
Approved
20. Discussion and possible action regarding additional lock at the Justice Center on the Criminal District Attorney side – John Skotnik, CDA. This item passed on until a meeting with IKON for a possible change order to install the lock.
21. Discussion and possible action regarding County assistance on the conveyance of Lake Fannin – County Judge for Sarah Richardson. County resident Sarah Richardson spoke to the court regarding Lake Fannin “Regarding the restoration of the boat ramp, boat launch area. Thank you, Commissioner Waggoner and your crew, because it looks good and is accessible now. Because while Lake Fannin historic part is closed, Lake Fannin is open. You can go and hike, you can paddle on the lake, you can do a lot of things, just not related to the important part, the historic part that needs the restoration. So, in that, and the fact that the conveyance wasn’t a conveyance, I’m asking for help, like, right-of-way mowing. And to restore the board for Lake Fannin from the county side, not the Lake Volunteers side. And a lot of work has been done. And every time we make progress, whenever the Forest Service Locks us out again we lose part of that progress. We go backwards. It’s a government property, government-togovernment transfer should not be worded the way they worded the Conveyance Act. And it was presented to us as a conveyance, not a purchase. But what they put in the wording was a purchase. I know that there’s precedence for this, because as a 501c3, can’t sell assets for profit. But a 501c3 can sell to another 501c3 for a nominal fee, which could be as little as a dollar. Now, do I expect that reasonable a thing? As I move forward, Probably not. But a $6 million purchase price from a government to a government entity is ridiculous. So just to be clear, I want help reforming the board, because part of the board has to be Fannin County government. We have to have communication between Fannin County Government, the Texas State Historical Society, and the National Register and the Forest Service. Alicia Whipple commented “But the way our lease is with the Forest Service is no one
can be behind the gate unless a Lake Fannin volunteer or one of the county employees is out there with them. That is part of the agreement with the Forest Service, and it’s not that the Forest Service locally doesn’t want to work with us, because they do. It’s not the local Forest Service that’s the issue, it’s the federal that’s the issue. When then President Trump signed the Conveyance Act, working with Congressman Ratcliffe, the property was going to be deeded from the federal government to the county government, and that is not what it is. When CPO scored that in 2019 at, fair market value for public use, because it does have to be… so, it does have to be done at fair… at public use, not profit use, it was over $6 million, is what Jamie Baker told me, and that was in 2019, which we all know the county does not have $6 million to put into this project, which is why since 2019, the volunteers have worked tirelessly trying to get Congressman Fallon and Senator Cruz and Senator Corning to reword that bill, or to kill the bill and start and redo the bill to where it can be conveyed, literally conveyed from the federal government to the county.” This item was passed on so that the Commissioners Court can investigate further.
22. Discussion and possible action regarding public safety and air quality concerns related to commercial vehicle traffic on CR 2135 in Telephone – County Judge for Shawn Fulton. County resident Shawn Fulton addressed the court “I’ve been up here for years discussing this and trying to get help from the county. It’s always been an open forum, so nobody can speak on behalf or speak back. I’ve talked to the Judge several times about
this. Now I’m coming to my county commissioner because he knows the issue that we’re dealing with. On a daily basis, I say 24 hours a day, we might be 20 hours a day, we have a dust issue on our road. Down from my property, I run a pecan farm, a pick-your-own-garden and cattle operation and a sawmill. I am outside from sunup to sundown, sucking dust from an operation down the road. Years ago, they watered 4, 5, 6 times a day, kept the dust down. The last 4 or 5 years, we don’t get water, maybe once a month. The other day, they watered. Only because… they were getting dust at their plant. They did oil top from their end of their plant all the way back to telephone direction, which was great. The plan was oil top it, all the big rigs would start going that way to cut down on dust on us. It doesn’t work that way. They don’t, because it takes them 5, 6 minutes longer to travel that way than to come our way. The amount of dust lingering across our orchard, and I live a quarter mile off the road. I open my windows, we suck dust all day long. I’m outside, I wear a mask because I suck dust all day long. I’ve talked to the plant operation. Their excuse is, I don’t have a driver to drive and water the roads. I… but I have talked to an attorney now. I have sent, Shelly Luther an email over this situation. I have sent our Governor Abbott. I don’t see anything, but I’ve sent him an email, I have contacted the EPA, and they’re the one that informed me on the air quality issue. I’ve talked to the actual owner of the plant and told him exactly what I was doing today, and still no water on the road. I come to y’all begging y’all, put an ordinance in. If their trucks are running, they either have to water the road or oil top that road, because this is
24 years I’ve been a citizen of this county, paying taxes in this county.” Judge Cunningham addressed the issue “the law is put in place where if you were being harmed by your neighbor, you can sue. He’s knowingly polluting the air. The fact that the TCEQ, state of Texas, this isn’t a priority to them. They’re not gonna respond. Our system is set up where you can bring a private lawsuit and have your grievances addressed. You choose not to do that, you choose to try to get the federal government to get involved, the state government to get involved. They’re probably not going to get involved. You’re talking to your county commissioner, he may fix this, but there are a bunch of other roads out there that are bad that he won’t fix because somebody hadn’t screamed loud enough.” Commissioner Fogelberg responded to Mr. Fulton “I’ll be glad to talk to you, and we’ll get something done. I can promise you that, right here in court, I’m promising you’ll get something done.”
23. Discussion and possible action regarding Fannin County Burn Ban – County Judge. There is currently No burn ban in the county. The non-emergency phone number at the sheriff’s office is 903583-2143 to find out if outdoor burning is permitted. 24. Discussion and possible action regarding junkyard bonds – County Judge. This
Fannin Literacy Council Receives Donation
Steve Mohundro, Treasurer for the Verne Cooper Foundation presents a check for $5,000 to Corey Baker, President of the Fannin Literacy Council. The Fannin Literacy Council provides GED training to students in various subjects so that they will be able to obtain their GED and improve their employment opportunities. The Verne Cooper Foundation was established in 1994 and in addition to the Foundation’s support of the Literacy Council awards, over $100,000 annually in scholarships to Fannin County high school graduates and residents. Courtesy photo
25. Discussion and possible action to approve the Property Renewal Questionnaire for submission to the Texas Association of Counties and authorize County Judge to sign – County Auditor. Approved
26. Discussion and possible action regarding Zoom meeting setup at the Darrell Hall Education Center for various Fannin County committee meetings –Commissioner Precinct 4. Approved
27. Discussion and possible action regarding the name of the fossil park located on FM 904 in Ladonia – County Judge. Ladonia Mayor Justin Miller said it has been called Ladonia Fossil Park since 2011 and Ladonia residents prefer to keep the existing name. The park was originally named Pete Patterson Fossil Park. The late Pete Patterson was a state representative who was responsible for originally designating the area as a fossil park, This item was passed on until the next Commissioners Court.
28. Discussion and possible action to create position to hire an additional Court Clerk for Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 A part time court clerk was approved. OPEN DISCUSSION ITEMS:
Open discussion items may be passed on unless discussion requested by a member of the Court or a Citizen.
30. Construction; Courthouse repairs and Justice Center – County Judge. Judge Cunningham announced “I’ve got some pictures of water in the basement that I want to share with everyone.”Commissioner Waggoner stated “That water’s already been taken care of.” Cunningham responded “Okay, well, it went in and went through the electrical system, and the fact that it’s been wiped up and blown out doesn’t change the pictures. It’s disturbing for me, because I’ve been told there’s nothing wrong with this courthouse. I want somebody on record to say that it’s not going to the electrical system.” Commissioner Fogelberg responded “It’s not going through the electrical system.”
Commissioner Waggoner presented pictures of the north side of the new Justice Center where a small pond formed after the recent rains. Judge Cunningham stated “We don’t need to be making a statement of facts until we get all the facts together, and we may, if they’re not going to fix it, we may need to consult with legal counsel about who’s liable for what.”
31. County budget and revenue sources – County Judge 32. Fannin County roads, water issues and risk assessment – County Judge. Discussion regarding the ongoing petition for a road engineer for the county ensued. Judge Cunningham said “Needs to be on the ballot. The citizens need to have a right to decide what’s the most
effective way of taking care of roads. That’s going to be, petitions going around, and my guess is probably going to be on the ballot. And we need to be discussing what unitization means, what decentralization means, what centralization means, what the savings might be. Okay, and that’s something, a discussion that can go on for months. And it needs to simmer and be understood in its entirety before anybody really makes a decision.” Commissioner Kopf said “I have heard people speak about how it’s going to save the county money. I want to know how it’s going to save the county money. Because the same amount of work is gonna have to be done. And I think we’re misleading the public by not telling them what the cost will be.” Commissioner Waggoner stated “First big and major cost you’re gonna have is hiring an engineer from $180,000 to $250,000.”
Commissioner Fogelberg stated “And then for people to misrepresent this petition, I would like to see the petition. I don’t have any problem with the public signing the petition. If they are fully educated of what’s going on, not told lies.”
Judge Cunningham responded “Signing the petition merely puts the question on the ballot. It’s not voting to go to unitization. It’s voting to put the question on the ballot and allow there to be open discussion over a period of months about whether or not it’s good for the county or not.”
Adjourn
Spring
By Alice Mussett
and services; food trucks; wine-tasting; and a Silent Auction. Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer gardening questions. The Expo also spotlights four knowledgeable speakers on topics of interest to gardeners. Door prizes will be given out at each speaker session.
Dr. Garett Slater will start the day at 9:00 with his presentation “PollinatorSmart Gardening: What to Plant, When, and Why.”
Creating a pollinatorfriendly garden is about providing the right forage at the right time to true bees and other pollinators. In his talk, Dr. Slater will explore which plants provide meaningful nectar and pollen resources, how to design seasonal bloom cycles that sustain pollinators year-round, and how small acreage gardens can make a big impact. He will also discuss plant selection and practical steps gardeners can take to support pollinators.
Dr. Slater is an Assistant Professor and Apiculture Extension Entomologist with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service. He leads the statewide apiary program, delivering education, outreach, and applied research to support sustainable beekeeping and stronger colonies across Texas.
At 10:30 Michael Cook, AgriLife Extension agent, specializes in viticulture and enology. He will be speaking on “Growing Grapes as Easy as 1, 2, 3.” Michael is a Texas native who received his BS in Horticulture from Texas A&M. He received a fellowship to Fresno State University in California where he completed a Masters in Viticulture and Enology.
Fannin County Master Gardener Sharon Kilpatrick will present her program, “The Buzz about Bees,” at 12:00. Sharon will share beekeeping basics as well as tips and tricks for setting up hives, catching swarms, and harvesting honey. Sharon has been a Master Gardener for three years and a beekeeper for nine years.
Treva Gibbs, Advanced Master GardenerEntomology, will complete the speaker sessions at 1:30 with her presentation on “Pest Patrol: Meet Your Tiny Allies.” She will speak on the ten most prevalent and damaging insect pests in our North Texas vegetable gardens and give gardeners an understanding of how to use beneficial predatory insects to help with insect pest management, thereby reducing the need for chemical pest control.
Fannin County Master Gardeners would like to express their sincere gratitude to our 2026 sponsors: Dadant Beekeeping Supplies; Twin Oaks Nursery; First United Bank, Bonham; Red Coop Feed and Seed; Stay Grounded Coffee Cafe; Community National Bank and Trust; The NurseryDouble O Seven Farms, and 160 Lawn and Timber.
Beta Psi Chapter Annual Salad Luncheon
SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2026 ● ● 11:00am
First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall 801 Star St., Bonham
Entertainment provided by Dale Cummings ● ● Tickets - $8.00 Tickets can be purchased at the door or from a member. Funds raised will be used for Scholarship Grants.
Public Service Announcement: Shattered Dreams Simulation
March 18, 2026
should be advised of the following:
City of Bonham, TX – The Bonham Fire Department, in partnership with the Bonham Police Department, Bonham ISD, Bonham ISD Police, and local emergency responders, will participate in a simulation exercise, the "Shattered Dreams" program, on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at Bonham High School.
Residents and commuters
● Mock Accident Scene: A full-scale simulated vehicle accident will take place at the Bonham High School campus.
● Road Closure - Nolan Ashmore will be closed beginning at 8:00 am March 25, 2026, east of Braum’s parking lot entrance to Albert Broadfoot Street.
● Emergency Presence: There will be a significant presence of emergency personnel, fire trucks, ambulances, and police vehicles. You may also see a
medical helicopter landing or departing.
● NOT A REAL EMERGENCY: This is a planned educational exercise. There is no threat to the community, and no actual emergency is occurring at the high school during this time. The "Shattered Dreams" program is a powerful "docudrama" designed to educate teenagers about the life-altering consequences of underage drinking and impaired driving. It highlights how a single choice can permanently impact students, their families, and the entire community. The Bonham Fire Department and the Bonham Police Department are proud to partner with Bonham ISD and Bonham ISD Police for this vital program.
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
Meeting
Join us on March 24 (Tuesday) at 7 p.m. American Legion in Van Alstyne, 293 Jay Rd, Van Alstyne
Our speaker is Elisabeth Sabaditsch-Wolff from Austria Topic: WHEN TRUTH BECOMES A CRIME: Speech, Power, and the Politics of Enforcement
Elisabeth is a human rights and free speech advocate. She held positions at the Austrian embassies in Kuwait and Libya and in the Austrian ministry of foreign affairs. In Austria, she developed a seminar on Islam. There she was convicted by a Viennese court of “hate speech.” She appealed the conviction to the European Court of Human Rights which ruled her speech was not covered by freedom of speech. Her case exposed the grave danger to freedom of speech and thus, freedom of thought itself, in Europe. Since then, Elisabeth has been speaking out about global challenges like censorship, misinformation, and cancel culture.This is a real threat that is spreading to America, and she tells of her experience to warn us to protect our First Amendment rights. Elisabeth’s books will be for sale; we will be collecting a “love offering” to help defray her travel costs. Our meetings are open to the public and everyone is welcome.
Dinner Roll, Almond Cookie, Milk Thursday 03/26/26 - Taco, Lettuce and Tomato, Pinto Beans, Flour Tortillas (2), Hot Fruit Compote, Milk Friday 03/27/26 - Spinach Mushroom Quiche, Seasoned Black Beans, Biscuit, Fresh Fruit, Milk 210 E. 6th St., Bonham, TX • Phone 903-583-8573
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Ector Eagles' Haggard repeats as District 19-1A hoops' MVP
Savoy's Layne Steele.
Story and photos by Rich Hilliard
Ector senior Kaleb Haggard
Dodd City freshman Jordan Johnson equated the Newcomer of the Year, with Ector's Joey Grijalva repeating as the district's Coach of the Year.
Fannin County players populated the first team:
again equated the Most Valuable Player, to lead Fannin County recipients in the All-District 19-1A boys' basketball awards for 2026. Fannindel senior Kalob Runnels earned the Offensive MVP superlative and Dodd City sophomore Brody Lappin garnered the Defensive MVP award.
LT's Beebe, McComack, Dameron State-bound in boys' powerlifting
By Rich Hilliard
-- Houston Beebe will be joined this year by two teammates at the State boys' powerlifting competition on March 27.
The trio led the Tigers to third place as a team with 18 points at the Region VI Division-III boys' meet on March 12 at Decatur High School
To advance, Beebe finished as the runner-up in the 242 weight class: 750 squat, 500 bench, 550 deadlift, 1,800 total pounds lifted. It equates Beebe's second-consecutive State trip.
Colton McComack qualified for State in the 123 weight class, also as a runner-up: 355 squat, 240 bench, 385 deadlift, 980 total pounds lifted.
Cade Dameron advanced in the 114 weight class by reaching the automatic State qualifier total, finishing in third place: 340 squat, 185 bench, 325 deadlift, 850 total pounds lifted. Other Leonard competitors at the regional included: Diego Facundo, 123 weight class, third, 330 squat, 215 bench, 335 deadlift, 880 total pounds lifted; Caden Barlagne, 114 weight class, fourth, 325 squat, 185 bench, 290 deadlift, 800 total pounds lifted; Brody Hernandez, 181 weight class, seventh, 480 squat, 340 bench, 400 deadlift, 1,220 total pounds lifted; Joseph Howell, 181 weight class, 13th, 395 squat, 255 bench, 440 deadlift, 1,090 total pounds lifted.
Ector's Jayce Adams, Savoy's Layne Steele, Dodd City's Holden Atchley, Fannindel's Kai Hilliard, Ector's Keithlen Miller, Dodd City's Aidan Nietupski.
Second-team recipients also all hailed from Fannin County schools: Fannindel's Terren Judkins, Savoy's
Rawlee Gibson, Savoy's Jaxx Streetman, Fannindel's Josh Tinnell, Ector's Zach Hull. Honorable mentions included: Dodd City's Tyler Denney, Dominic Lillie; Ector's Shorty Grijalva, Ryder Fulmer; Fannindel's Nathaniel Castillo, RJ Smith, Noah Trussell; Savoy's Brayden Rich, Denver Perchez, Kevin Voris.
Academic All-District
Region champs Banker, Sanchez bound for State boys' lift for HG
By Rich Hilliard
DECATUR -- Region champions Mason Banker and Axel Sanchez will represent Honey Grove in the State powerlifting competition on March 27 at the Taylor County Expo Center in Abilene.
The seniors, who will be making their inaugural State advance, on March 12 led the Warriors to a team runner-up finish with 19 points at the Region VI Division-IV meet at Decatur High School.
Banker won the 148 weight class: 475 squat, 300 bench, 435 deadlift, 1,210 total pounds lifted.
Sanchez triumphed in the Super Heavy Weight class: 550 squat, 405 bench, 470 deadlift, 1,425 total pounds lifted.
Other Honey Grove regional results included: Kohen Lanham, 148 weight class, third, 395 squat, 235 bench, 410 deadlift, 1,040 total pounds lifted; Kobe Patt, 275 weight class, fourth, 600 squat, 350 bench, 520 deadlift, 1,470 total pounds lifted; Ryan Cheney, 181 weight class, ninth, 400 squat, 240 bench, 360 deadlift, 1,000 total pounds lifted; Armani Woods, 165 weight class, 435 squat.
Other Fannin County competitors at the regional included: Machael Garcia, Savoy, Super Heavy Weight, seventh, 300 squat, 255 bench, 390 deadlift, 945 total pounds lifted; Kyland Allison, Trenton, 165 weight class, seventh, 430 squat, 235 bench, 425 deadlift, 1,090 total pounds lifted; Jayden Keys, Trenton, 181 weight class qualifier.
were Dodd City's Cash Crossland, Grady Ozment, Aiden Helms, Dominic Lillie, Jordan Johnson, Tyler Denney, Holden Atchley; Ector's Zach Hull, Jayce Adams, Kaleb Haggard; Fannindel's Josh Tinnell, Kalob Runnels, Kai Hilliard, Noah Trussel, Gavin Watson, Garrett Runyan,Nathaniel Castillo,Koby Hilliard, Devin Hinkle; Savoy's Jaxx Streetman, Brayden
Rich, Layne Steele, Rawlee Gibson, Jaxon Butler. Ector and Dodd City shared the 19-1A title at 9-1, advanced as district top seeds and finished, respectively, as a Division-II and Division-I area finalist. Savoy and Fannindel tied for third at 5-5 before making, respectively, a Division-I and Division-II bi-district appearance.
Bonham's Romero 2X State-bound, Thompson, Brakefield in inaugural
By Rich Hilliard
ARP -- Weight class champions Charlie Thompson and Zeke Romero joined runner-up Brian Brakefield on March 6 in qualifying for State powerlifting, as Bonham also finished as the team runner-up at the Region-III Division-II Boys' Powerlifting Meet at Arp.
The trio will vie at the State competition on March 27 at 8 a.m. in the Taylor County Expo Center in Abilene: Thompson, 275 weight class; Romero, 132 weight class; Brakefield, 148 weight class.
It equates back-to-back State advances for Romero and initial trips for Thompson and Brakefield.
They led the nine out of 13 total Bonham boys at the regional who medaled.
Other Bonham results included: Jacoby Ballard, thirdplace medal; Aaron Tavera, Bryan Manzanares and Jaelynn Richards, fourth-place medal; Brooklyn Collier and Javier Bustamante, fifth-place medal; Riley Gayton, sixth place; Leeland Beavers, eighth place; Bryce Bird, ninth place; Jamal Jiminez, squats competitor.
LT hoops' LaCook district MVP, Summers DPOY, Shearer NCOY
By Rich Hilliard
Senior Jacoby LaCook
equated the Most Valuable Player, leading Leonard in the All-District 11-3A boys' basketball awards for 2026. Freshman Levi Shearer received the district's Newcomer of the Year award and a first-team selection, after the Tigers (27-7, 12-0) with a regional final appearance made the deepest postseason run in boys' basketball in school history.
Senior Zaylen Summers garnered the Defensive Player of the Year award and Luke McCarley received the Coach of the Year honor for Leonard, which qualified for the postseason as the undefeated 11-3A champion and advanced into the Class 3A Division-II bracket as the district's top seed.
Junior Joe Shearer earned a unanimous selection on and senior Logan Sudderth also made the first team for the Tigers.
Junior Blaze Kinkade received a second-team selection and junior Jackson McDonald an honorable mention for Leonard.
Academic all-district recipients for the Tigers included: Logan Sudderth, Levi Shearer, London Griffin, Jacoby LaCook, Blaze Kinkade, Tye Gimeno, Zaylen Summers, Joe Shearer, Jackson McDonald, Allan Cass.
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Ector's Kaleb Haggard.
Fannindel's Kalob Runnels. Dodd City's Brody Lappin.
Dodd City's Jordan Johnson.
Ector's Joey Grijalva.
Leonard's Blaze Kinkade.
Photo by Rich Hilliard
Leonard's Jackson McDonald.
Photo by Rich Hilliard
Leonard's Luke McCarley.
Photo by Rich Hilliard
Leonard's Levi Shearer.
Photo by Rich Hilliard
Leonard's Joe Shearer.
Photo by Rich Hilliard
Leonard's Zaylen Summers.
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Leonard's Logan Sudderth.
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Leonard's Jacoby LaCook.
Photo by Rich Hilliard
DECATUR
OBITUARIES
Natalie Kay Moore
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Natalie Kay Moore, who passed away at her home in Windom, Texas, on March 16, 2026.
Natalie was born on January 10, 1960.
She was a beloved mother, sister, “Maw,” Aunt Kay, and great-grandmother. To know Kay was to love her. She was a fierce, headstrong woman who loved going fishing, attending drag races, and watching football—no matter who was playing, she simply loved the game.
She was the best great-grandmother to Georgia Eve Shrum. Always spoiling her with chocolate and jellybeans and giving her rides around the house on her walker. Kay was always there for her family whenever they needed anything.
She was known for keeping a very clean home—if you visited, your shoes came off at the front door, every time.
Kay is now in the arms of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, walking the streets of gold and free from pain.
She was preceded in death by her parents Billy and June Cox and husband Jim Moore “Suckerman”
She is survived by her sister, Gay Howard; her only child, Adam Shrum; her grandson, Blake Shrum and his wife, Cheyetta Shrum; her nephew, Jeremy Standlee and his daughter, Alex Carson and husband, Kason Carson; and her greatgrandchildren, Georgia Shrum and Titus Shrum.
To share a memory or leave an online condolence please visit, www.coopersorrells.com
Louis “Bud” Rice
Louis “Bud” Rice, better know as Papa Bud was born on January 2nd, 1954, in Ivanhoe, Tx to Louis Everett Rice and Sarah Brinlee, and passed surrounded by family in Houston, Tx on March 9th, 2026.
Bud was the real deal, anyone that knew him in life knew how much he cared for his beloved wife Vickie Rice and her children. He usually worked 6-7 days a week, for the same company, as a Heavy Diesel Mechanic on the East side of Houston for over 40 yrs, until he was forced to retire because of his health. Growing up all the grandkids always thought he was mean and scary because when he backed in the driveway with his big work truck, party/wild time was over and we all had to sit down and shut up. He enjoyed simple pleasures, which usually meant sitting in his recliner with his best friend Buck who was a 100+ pound Great Dane, and watching the news, or just being the presence of his beloved wife of 30 yrs Vickie.
We never knew growing up why he was so “mean”. I remember being scared to even talk to him until I was 16. I’m so glad I did, because he wasn’t mean at all. He was just tired; he helped raise 10+ grandkids that periodically or full time lived at his house. He just knew how to operate to make sure we weren’t giving grandma a hard time, and how he could wind down without the headache of us sugared up kids. Everyone that grew up in Cloverleaf knew Grandma Vickie or Papa Louis Rice personally, or from their kids. They knew the house, because they had a fully functional half acre garden, surrounded by razor wire in the heart of the ghetto. I mean full functioning: Tomato’s, Potato’s, Squash, you name it. He was preceded in death by his wife, Vickie Rice of over 30 yrs, beloved dogs Buck and Tigger, granddaughter and light of Bud’s life Chloe Morgan, Stepdaughter Davina Morgan, and Quitina Trouten, and Parents Louis and Sarah. He leaves behind Stepsons Eric Morgan, Bobby Morgan Senior, Charlie Morgan, Stepdaughter, Tomasina Morgan, and Lana Michelle. As well as numerous grand and great grandkids, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
I don’t have many pictures of Papa because quite frankly he was just always at work. We can all dream, we become a fraction of the hard worker he was, but it’s going take some real commitment. Rest In Peace Papa, we’ll take it from here . Thank You for absolutely everything. You did one hell of a job. I hope Buck and Tigger greeted you and showed you all the way home where grandma and Chloe were waiting for you! We love you and will miss you forever. Have fun in Glory, I bet it’s amazing, and I’m so glad you’re no longer in pain. -Your grandson Ethan A graveside service was held March 13, 2026. To share a memory or share an online condolence please visit www.Cooper Sorrells.com
Stanley Richard (Ricky) Snell
Stanley Richard (Ricky) Snell 71, passed away with his family by his side on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at Methodist Hospital, Richardson, Texas. Ricky was born July 23, 1954, at St. Joseph Hospital in Paris, Texas to Stanley Bert and Helen Juanita Kilpatrick Snell. Ricky graduated from West Lamar High School in 1972 where he was in FFA and a member of the basketball, baseball, volleyball, and track teams. Following high school graduation, he attended Paris Jr. College where his sophomore year he met a freshman who he said first caught his eye while attending football games in Honey Grove. On December 16, 1978, he married Mary Ruth Yarbrough building 47 years of marriage. They first lived in Petty where two sons were born to them, Samuel Bradley Snell and Richard Scott Snell. In 1995 Ricky and family built a home on the farm. He with his sons have continued to farm the land, like he did with his father, Bert and Bert did with his father S. B. Snell. Brad is following in Ricky’s footstep with Scott on his days off from the Farmers Branch Fire Dept.
Ricky was raised in the Pleasant Hill Methodist Church prior to its closing. Ricky and Mary are members of Main St. Presbyterian Church in Honey Grove where he is an Elder and Trustee.
Ricky is survived by his wife, Mary, son Brad and wife, Cassi of Brookston, son Scott and wife, Jennifer of Brookston, five grandchildren, Emma and husband Carson Day, Ava Snell, Cadriene Snell, Braysen Snell, and Reed Snell. A great granddaughter Lennon Day is due in May. His sister, Beth White of Brookston, uncles James Kilpatrick and wife Ofelia of Garland, Sam Kilpatrick and wife, Barbara, Bonham, nieces, nephews, cousins, and Gary Steffey and wife, Cindy of White Oak who is like a brother, life- long friends David Rutherford and wife Linda, Lynn Patterson and wife, Marvin Ann and close cousin Bill Moreland and wife, Freida and a host of friends.
Family night was held on Thursday at 6 p.m. at Cooper Sorrells Funeral Home in Honey Grove.
Services were held on Friday, March 20, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. at Cooper Sorrells Funeral Home in Honey Grove with Rev. Beverly Hughes and Dennis Whitlock officiating. Burial was held in Pleasant Hill Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the Pleasant Hill Cemetery in care of Jerry Hostetler, 1892 CR 35200, Sumner, TX 75486 or a charity of your choice.
To share a memory or leave an online condolence, please visit: www.coopersorrells.com
Randall Wayne Pack
Randall Wayne Pack, known to most as Randy—sometimes simply “R” or “RP”—of Wolfe City, Texas, passed away at his home on March 15, 2026, at the age of 64 after metastatic prostate cancer, choosing comfort care over aggressive treatment. Arrangements are under the direction of Wise Funeral Home, Bonham, TX.
Randy was born in Dallas, Texas, and attended Wolfe City Independent School District throughout his youth. He graduated in 1979 and has maintained close relationships with many of his classmates over the years, never leaving the area. Along with his father, whom he called “Chief,” he worked on both small and large engines but ultimately chose to make his career as an outdoor power equipment salesman. To his children, he was known for his outdoor cooking, his gumbo, and his sweet tooth—ice cream and chocolate chip cookies (when the dough made it to the oven). To his friends, he was the class clown, always ready with a one-liner, and the kind of man who would tinker with whatever machine was in front of him, determined to figure it out his own way—whether by skill or sheer refusal to call in an expert—a trait he carried with him throughout his life.
Randy lived his life like someone who never intended to embody “old”—hard, fast, and mostly on his own terms. He was a complex character: stubborn, charismatic, and prone to lengthy conversations, so much so that meeting Randy often meant hearing a story or an opinion, whether you asked for it or not. In recent years, he was an active member of the Gober Community Club and enjoyed the local camaraderie that came with being involved. He was preceded in death by his parents, James “Jimmy, JP” Pack and Mildred (Green) Pack of Wolfe City, Texas, and his grandparents, Floyd and Mona Pack of Wolfe City, Texas.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Ann (Hoeltge) Pack of Gober, Texas; his children, Sarah (Pack) Carrillo and husband Raul Carrillo of Colleyville, Texas; Reid Pack and wife Cheyanne (Lake) Pack of Wolfe City, Texas; Matthew Pack and wife Paige (Skinner) Pack of Sulphur Springs, Texas; and Jacob Pack and wife Sarah (Spencer) Pack of Rockwall, Texas. He is also survived by his stepsons, Alex Page and wife Ashley, and Michael Page and wife Amanda. He leaves behind his grandchildren, Caleb and Jacob Carrillo; Benton and Sutton Pack; Lilly Page and Addison Edmunds; and Lydia Quinn Pack, expected in June 2026. Randy is also survived by his sisters, Sherry (Pack) Sheffield and husband Billy Sheffield of Cash, Texas, their sons Jody and Justin Sheffield; and Melisa (Pack) Durham and husband Derrick Durham of Flower Mound, Texas, along with their children Brent Durham and Lindsey (Durham) Hatter, as well as many great-nieces and nephews.
As Randy wished to be cremated, a come-and-go memorial gathering will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the Gober Community Center (4840 FM 68, Gober, Texas 75443) from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. All are welcome to attend. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made by cash or check to the Gober Community Club, c/o Treasurer Ruby Polston, 2234 FM 68, Leonard, Texas 75452.
Contributions may be mailed or brought directly to the memorial.
Randy was never meant to be ordinary—and he wasn’t. He lived hard, loved imperfectly, and left behind stories you just can’t make up. However you remember him, you’ll remember him.
803 East Main Street Honey Grove, TX 75446 903-378-2291
God’s Garden: God looked around His garden And found an empty place. He then looked down upon the earth And saw your tired face. He put His arms around you And lifted you to rest. God’s garden must be beautiful He always takes the best. He saw the road was getting rough And the hills were hard to climb, So He closed your weary eyelids And whispered “Peace be thine.” It broke our hearts to lose you But you didn’t go alone, For part of us went with you The day God called you home.
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Bois d’Arc Lake Water stained; 57 degrees; 2.41’ low. Largemouth bass are improving in the afternoon on square-billed crankbaits in 3-4 feet of water. Crappie are slow as they transition. FORK: Water stained; 57 degrees; 2.94’ low. Largemouth bass are fair on bladed jigs, square-billed and lipless crankbaits in 5-7 feet of water. Crappie are good on minnows and slowly fished jigs near brush piles in 2-22 feet. Most crappie baits are working.
LAVON: Water stained; 50 degrees; 1.21’ low. Largemouth bass are fair on crankbaits, jigs, jerkbaits, and soft plastic minnows.
RAY ROBERTS: Water slightly stained; 55 degrees; 0.06’ low. Largemouth bass are staging to spawn in 5-12 feet of water. Crappie are good on jigs and minnows. White bass are fair below birds.
RICHLAND CHAMBERS: Water slightly stained; 56 degrees; 1.86’ low. Largemouth bass are fair in coves on the north side of the lake on bladed jigs and square-billed crankbaits. White bass and hybrid bass are fair on slabs under birds. Hybrids are good on flukes in creek channels. Catfish are good on cut bait.
TAWAKONI: Water lightly stained; 60 degrees; 1.34’ low. Largemouth bass are good on larger soft plastics, and crankbaits. Hybrid stripers and white bass are good on soft plastics in 10-30 feet of water. Crappie are good on jigs.
TEXOMA: Water stained; 50 degrees; 0.16’ high. Stripers are good deadsticking jigs in 40-65 feet of water. Crappie are fair on jigs and minnows in 20-25 feet of water. Catfish are good on cut bait. Largemouth bass are moving toward spawning areas.
TOLEDO BEND: 46 degrees; 4.06’ low. Largemouth bass are good on Texas- and Carolina-rigged soft plastics and drop-shot rigs as fish move to shallow water.
WHITNEY: Water stained; 55 degrees; 1.53’ low. Largemouth bass are fair on soft plastics. Striped bass are good on live bait and swimbaits. Crappie are fair on jigs and minnows. White bass are good up the Brazos River. Catfish are good on cut bait.
OBITUARIES
Patricia McElhannon Liddell
Patricia McElhannon Liddell went to be with her Lord on March 15, 2026, at the age of 96. Pat was born in the Village of Perry, Wyoming County, New York on December 16, 1929, to Thayer Ethelbert Doubleday and Marion Elizabeth Main Doubleday. She graduated from Bliss High School in New York in 1946. A few years later, she and her family moved to San Benito, Texas. It was there that she met and married the love of her life, Jack McElhannon, on September 23, 1950. The story goes that when he spotted her at the beach one day he said “That is the girl I am going to marry!” They made their first home in Aransas Pass, Texas. Jack began his football coaching career there and Pat was an executive assistant at the Local Ford dealership.
Jack and Pat made a move in January of 1960, to Bonham, Texas, where Jack continued his love of teaching and coaching the Bonham
Purple Warriors. Pat was a huge football fan and her forever favorite teams were the Fighting Purple Warriors and the Dallas Cowboys. She was known for packing her famous “Cowboy Cookies” and hot chocolate to the cold Friday night games. Pat is preceded in death by Jack McElhannon in 1977.
After moving to Bonham, she was the church secretary at First Baptist Church where she was a member for many years. Later, she became an administrative assistant at Bonham High School. She was a Blue Bird leader, enjoyed playing golf, trips to the beach, her Hallmark movies and traveling the world. Another favorite pasttime was playing gin rummy in tournaments or with friends. One of her greatest pleasures was teaching her grandchildren the game! She loved accounting and avidly enjoyed the stock market.
Pat met her second husband Newton Liddell, Jr., of Harlingen, Texas, in 1979. She was visiting family and taking college courses in accounting when her professor set up a blind date for her to meet his friend Newton. After a whirlwind summer of dating, they married on August 18, 1979. They were happily married for twenty-three years. During their marriage, Pat was President and a director of Economy Lumber Co., in Brownsville, TX. She and Newton were married until his death in 2002.
Pat was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Thayer Doubleday, sister Barbara Powell and special friend Tom Brahaney.
She is survived by her daughter, Karen Butler (Charles) of Bonham, TX, son, John David McElhannon of Flower Mound, TX., stepson, Robert Liddell (Debby) of Kingwood, TX., and sister Linda Montemayor of Brownsville, TX.
She was blessed with her grandchildren: Chase Butler (Ashley), Caitlin Butler Boothe (Barry), Hunter Liddell, Hart Liddell, Blake Perkins and Preston Perkins in addition to five great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
A special thank you from the family to Janet and the staff at Celebration Senior Living and to the Visionary Home Health & Birdie Hospice for their loving, compassionate care.
A private family committal service will be held at Willow Wild Cemetery officiated by Pat’s nephew, Dr. Toby Snowden of High Pointe Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, her children have requested for any contributions in her memory be made to: High Pointe Baptist Church, 101 High Pointe Ln, Cedar Hill, TX 75104.
Texas Game Warden Field Notes
Flushing Out a Poacher A Henderson County Game Wardens filed charges against a man for hunting without landowner consent.
The wardens had been investigating the suspect since last deer season, when they found an unusual hunting blind made out of a converted port-a-potty. Unable to catch the suspect last year, wardens set up a game camera along the property line in hopes the hunter would return to hunt the same unusual blind. On the opening morning of deer season, the camera captured the suspect walking to his “toilet stand.” Not long after, wardens confronted the hunter and he confessed to hunting without permission. Charges were filed, and the man removed the blind and feeder from the property.
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1st Worship Service 9:30a10:30a Breakfast 10:30a-11a 2nd Worship Service 11a-12p 913 S. 5th Street Bonham, Texas 75418 (903)583-3910
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Pastor: Steven Luton, 903-583-4346
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Calvary Baptist Church Bonham, Texas
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My wife shared a memory this morning of my encounter with death in late June of 2022. I was in the hospital with severe congestive heart failure. I couldn’t breathe. My body kept filling with fluid. I realize now that the doctors had given up on me, even though they never really said it. My family intervened. They realized the seriousness of my condition and that I was dying. My family convinced me that I would need to be transported to Baylor Scott & White in Plano. By that time, it was Independence Day
weekend and my chances of being transported in a timely fashion were very slim. However, as God would have it, I was transported within hours to Plano. A team of cardiologist went to work on my case and in a matter of a few days a mechanical heart pump called an LVAD was implanted in me that God has used to sustain my life to this day.
honor, and glory of Jesus and to share Him in every way that I can. In those difficult moments, I was in the deepest agony of my life yet found the peace that surpasses all understanding. Today, we will look into the face of Jesus and see the deepest agony in human history in the Garden of Gethsemane. See Jesus today. Peer into His eyes. When you stay face-toface with Him you can have His peace regardless of your circumstances.
For His Glory, Lyn and Lissa
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
Ector Baptist Church P.O. Box 248 Ector, Texas 75439 (903) 961-2175
Edhube Baptist Church 595 FM 2815 Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-2840
Elwood Baptist Intersection of CR 2125 and CR 2544 near Ivanhoe, Texas
Faith Independent Baptist Church 12676 W Hwy 82 Savoy, Tx 75479 903-818-7312
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 903-583-8519
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
Christian Church of Bonham 701 N Main Street Bonham, TX 75418 903.583.2227
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
Wild Horse Creek Cowboy Church 2992 CR 2285 Telephone, Texas 75488 903-486-1630
Leonard Church of Christ 323 S US Highway 69 Leonard Texas 75452 (903) 919-0727
Ector Church of Christ Hwy 56 & Cedar St. Ector, Texas 903-961-3155
Ivanhoe Church of Christ P.O. Box 322290 CR 2040 Ivanhoe, TX 75447
Since then, others have died much younger than me. I have often wondered why God spared me. While I cannot fully understand why, He has ordained for me to be here today and I am currently living my life to the praise,
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Katy Blvd Church of Christ 411 Katy Blvd Bonham, TX 75418 706-294-5996
Midway Church of Christ Hwy 56 W Bonham 903 583 3989
Northside 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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Bonham Living Word Church of God- 699 E Hwy
82 Bonham,TX 75418 Phone: (903) 583-5655
Congregational Church-corner of Hwy 121 and W 13th St. PO Box 386 Bonham, TX 75418 903-449-4914
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church 623 Star Street (W 7th & Star Street) 682-201-8795
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints, Bonham 1540 S Hwy 78 (972) 880-1412
St. James Lutheran Church 14394 E FM 1396 Windom Tx 75492 Phone: 903-583-5155
Christian Chapel CME 1005 West Market St. Honey Grove, Tx 75446
903-378-3518
Ector United Methodist Church 401 Church St. Ector, Texas 75439 (972) 890-4014
First Methodist Church of Leonard 206 N. Main / PO Box 218 Leonard, TX 75452 903-587-3463
First United Methodist Church of Trenton 211 North Second Street @ Hunt Trenton, TX 75490 903-989-2378
First United Methodist Church of Bonham 801 Star Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-3314
Grace Methodist Church 2430 Albert Broadfoot, Bonham
903-494-0227
Marvin United Methodist Church Office Phone 903-364-2411 FM 898 E Whitewright, Texas
Mulberry United Methodist Church, 5638 FM 274, Ravenna, TX 75476, phone 1-888-311-8508
McKenzie United Methodist Church 701 N. 7th Street Honey Grove, TX 75446 (903) 203-4455
Windom United Methodist Church 207 Second Street PO Box 936 Windom, TX 75492 940-390-0146
This week’s devotion comes from Deuteronomy 4:9. In this verse, Moses is encouraging the Israelites to guard their hearts and lives carefully. This also encourages us to always be spiritually alert, and to not be careless and stray away from the Lord in our relationship with Him. We must remember all the things that the Lord has done for us, and how He has blessed us throughout our lives. When we forget these things, it leads to spiritual decline. Remembering these things keeps our faith alive. We must always keep the truth of God’s Word close to
our hearts, as well as treasure and protect our faith both outwardly and within. Finally, we must share our faith with others, passing it down from generation to generation. It’s easy to forget these spiritual truths when our lives get busy and hectic. This verse reminds us that faith isn’t automatic. It must be closely guarded, remembered, and shared. What you hold onto today can shape our future generations. Faith is meant to be shared and preserved.
In 1719, Isaac Watts wrote this classic hymn that comes from the message in this verse.
“Let children hear the mighty deeds which God performed
of old, which in our younger years we saw and which our fathers told. He bids us make his glories known, the works of power and grace, that we convey his wonders down through every rising race. Our lips shall tell them to our sons, and they again to theirs, and generations yet unborn must teach them to their heirs. Thus shall they learn, in God alone their hope securely stands, that they may ne’er forget his works, but practice his commands.”
Bro. Josh Stevenson
The Danger Of Excuses
People have made excuses throughout history. We must understand that excuses are not excused when it comes to God’s terms. Excuses do not ‘work out.’ There is a very real danger in making excuses to God.
Adam’s excuse for partaking of the forbidden fruit was that “The woman whom thou gavest to be with me, she gave me of the tree, and I did eat” (Genesis 3:12). Eve also made an excuse for her guilt of eating the forbidden fruit, “The serpent beguiled me, and I did eat” (Genesis 3:13).
break it off. So they gave it me: then I cast it into the fire, and there came out this calf” (Exodus 32:24). Jesus told of the ‘one talent’ man whose excuse to his master was that “thou art an hard man, reaping where thou hast not sown, and gathering where thou hast not strawed: And I was afraid, and went and hid thy talent in the earth: lo, there thou hast that is thine” (Matthew 25:24-25). Not one of these excuses were accepted by God. He punished each for their ‘transgression.’
Pleasant Grove CME Church box 34 Ladonia TX 75449 Hwy 64 903-367-7870
St. Paul CME Church 801 E. 6th St. Bonham, TX 75418 903-864-8768
Virginia Point United Methodist Church 1386 CR 1200 Savoy, TX
St. Elizabeth Catholic Church corner of 10th & Maple Bonham, TX office 903-583-7734 Pentecostal
Golden Gospel Church 4435 County Road 2610 in Bonham, Texas (903) 227-8527
Aaron made an excuse for making the ‘golden calf’ to worship. He said that he told the Israelites, “Whosoever hath any gold, let them
Non-Denominational
Methodist Church Bldg. Sun. 5 PM)
West Shady Grove Baptist Church 13665 East Line Road Trenton, TX Honey Grove Church Of Christ - 403 W. Main St. Honey Grove, 903-227-2606 SR Church P.C.G. 1850 S HWY 121 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 640-3025
Greater Joy Fellowship Hwy. 121 & W 13th, Bonham, TX (meeting in First Con.
The Way Christian Fellowship. 308 E Fowler St, Savoy Tx 75479
First Presbyterian Church of Bonham 818 N. Main St. Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-2014
Main Street Presbyterian Church P.O. Box 188 or 504 E. Main St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 (903) 249-1325
Church of Christ United Pentecostal
Calvary United Pentecostal Church 1190 Hwy 56 W Bonham Texas 903-583-4346
United Pentecostal Church P.O. Box 216 Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) 965-4627
Peace Tabernacle UPC 16020 CR 635 Trenton, Texas (972) 752-4054
To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: Ecclesiastes 3:1
Looks like you have it! include and make time for GOD this Sunday
In the parallel of the ‘marriage feast’, the Lord told “A certain man made a great supper, and bade many” (Luke 14:16). The lord of the house “sent his servant at supper time to say to them that were bidden, ‘Come; for all things are now ready’” (Luke 14:17). Sadly enough, we see the reaction of those that were invited, “they all with one consent began to make excuse” (Luke 14:18). Many make excuses today about not obeying the Gospel of Jesus Christ or being faithful to God. “The first said unto him, I have bought a piece of ground, and I must needs go and see it” (Luke 14:18). Many today invest their time, energy, and money in earthly things instead of laying up “treasures in heaven” (Matthew 6:20). “Another said, I have bought five yoke of oxen, and I go to prove them” (Luke 14:19). Many allow their secular jobs to interfere with their vocation as a Christian. “And another said, I have married a wife, and therefore I cannot come” (Luke 14:20). How many today let their family deter them from serving the true and living God? The excuse makers were not allowed to partake of the blessings. The lord of the house said that “none of those men which were bidden shall taste of my supper” (Luke 14:24). The excuses that we make
to God show much about our attitude toward him. Excuses show a lack of Faith in God. “But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him” (Hebrews 11:6). Paul writes that when Abraham has an hundred years old, God promised that he was to have a son. Abraham “staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was strong in faith, giving glory to God” (Romans 4:20). Making excuses shows that we have forgotten God. Hosea writes about those that had forgotten God and did not take time to continue their learning of God. Jehovah said that “My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge: because thou hast rejected knowledge, I will also reject thee, that thou shalt be no priest to me: seeing thou hast forgotten the law of thy God, I will also forget thy children” (Hosea 4:6). We are to “remember the words of the Lord Jesus” (Acts 20:35). Our excuses show a certain fear on our part. We become fearful of what others might think or say. We can become fearful of what people around us will do to us or not do to us. John writes that “fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers,and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death (Revelation 21:8). It is notable that ‘fearful’ is at the beginning of this list. Let us not make excuses. We must do as Jesus said, “I must work the works of him that sent me, while it is day: the night cometh, when no man can work: (John 9:4).
By Mike Dickison Minister for the Ivanhoe Church of Christ
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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.
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The Fannin Central Appraisal District (FCAD) is currently seeking qualified candidates for the following positions: Deeds and Mapping Assisstant
In this role, you will support the management of property records, assist with deed processing, and contribute to accurate mapping and documentation of land parcels. Excellent customer service and organization skills are a must.
Please submit cover letter and resume to: sfelke@fannincad.org or to 831 W. State Hwy 56, Bonham TX.
LEGAL NOTICE
JN Wrecker 901 East US HWY 82 Bonham TX 75418 License Number 0652029VSF
The following vehicles are currently abandoned at our facility and will continue to accrue daily storage fees.
•Black 2025 Massimo Motor Sports LLC MV ATV The current charges are $381.45
•Black 2025 Zhejiang Tao Tao Vehicles Co. LTD MV ATV
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The current charges are $381.45
•Black 2020 Zhejiang Coolster MC The current charges are $214.65
The owners can contact us at 903.640.8697 with proof of ownership to recover these units. Owner’s rights can be found at www.tdlr.texas.gov
FANNIN COUNTY EMPLOYMENT NOTICE
Job Opening – Administrative Assistant
Part time Position, 25 hours a week Development Services,
Job Title: Administrative assistant
Salary: $15 hr.
Hours: Up to 25 hours a week
Benefits: Vacation, PTO, Holidays
Job Requirements: Applicants must be computer proficient with experience in word and excel; be friendly and cooperative; and have the ability to multi-task. Handle pressure and interruptions, possess a strong work ethic and be of good moral character; must have the ability to read and interpret Regulations and apply them fairly.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BONHAM, TEXAS
AMENDING THE CITY’S ZONING MAP AND ZONING ORDINANCE BY APPROVING A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT (SUP) TO ALLOW AN ARCADE ON A 0.1± ACRE PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF STATE HIGHWAY 56 (W. SAM RAYBURN DRIVE), 120± FEET WEST OF STATE HIGHWAY 78 (N. CENTER STREET). PROPERTY ID# 93696; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE; PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY CLAUSE; AND, PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION OF THE CAPTION HEREOF.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BONHAM, TEXAS
AMENDING THE CITY’S ZONING MAP AND ZONING ORDINANCE AND CHANGING THE ZONING OF 0.2± ACRE FROM SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DWELLING DISTRICT TO LOCAL BUSINESS DISTRICT FOR A PIECE OF LAND LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF N. CENTER STREET (STATE HIGHWAY 78), 81± FEET SOUTH OF E. 10TH STREET. PROPERTY ID# 93496; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE; PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY CLAUSE; AND, PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION OF THE CAPTION HEREOF.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Notice is hereby given that Original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Mary Elizabeth Woodruff, Deceased, were issued on March 17, 2026, in Cause No. PR-202613533, pending in the County Court-at-Law of Fannin County, Texas, to: Charles Jeffrey Woodruff.
The City Council of the City of Bonham, Texas will consider approval or rejection of the ordinances represented by the captions printed above on first and final reading following a public hearing on the ordinances. Public hearing will be at a meeting of the City Council on Monday, April 13, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in the Bonham City Hall, 514 Chestnut. Heather Stockton, City Secretary 3/24/26
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 308 North Center Street Bonham, Texas 75418
SIGNED on March 17, 2026.
/S/ Michael S. Evans Michael S. Evans
Attorney for Charles Jeffrey Woodruff
State Bar No.: 24057841
308 N Center Street Bonham, Texas 75418
Telephone: (903) 640-4300
Facsimile: (903) 640-4344
Email: fannin.lawyer@gmail.com
Proposed Changes to Recreation Fees on the Caddo and Lyndon B. Johnson National Grasslands
3/24/26
The Caddo and Lyndon B. Johnson National Grasslands is proposing changes to recreation fees at various recreation sites on the forest.
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Duties to include but are not limited to:
Heavy Data Entry, processing permit, enforcement, making presentations in Commissioners Court and other committees when necessary, taking minutes, scan and archive records. Performing any other clerical duties necessary for the efficient operation of the office.
Applications with resumes must be submitted to:
Development services 1203 E. Sam Rayburn Dr. Bonham TX 75418
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In 2004, Congress passed the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (REA) which allows the Forest Service to retain at least 80% of the money collected at recreation sites and use these funds locally to operate, maintain, and improve these sites. Revenue collected through recreation fees would help the forest improve boating access at Coffee Mill and Black Creek Lake recreation areas. Fee revenue will also fund recreation staff during the season of operation. Recreation fees help provide quality recreation opportunities that meet the modern expectations of visitors and creates a more financially sustainable recreation program for future generations.
The public is invited to comment on the proposed recreation fee changes. The comment period is set to end by close of business on April 30, 2026. To ensure that your comments are considered, please send your comments no later than the above date to Caddo and Lyndon B. Johnson National Grasslands, Attention: Jeff Stoney, 1400 US Hwy 81/287, Decatur, TX, 76234 or by email at mailroom_r8_texas@usda.gov. Comments can also be provided online at https://arcg.is/1Gu8zH1
Oral comments must be provided in person at the Caddo and Lyndon B. Johnson National Grasslands to Jeff Stoney during normal business hours (Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.) by calling 940-627-5475 and indicating you would like to provide comments on the proposed recreation fee changes. For more information, visit our website at https://www.fs.usda.gov/r08/texas
Once public involvement is complete, these recreation fee changes will be reviewed by a citizen’s advisory committee. Committee members represent a broad array of recreation interest groups to help ensure that the Forest Service is proposing reasonable and publicly acceptable recreation fees. The committee will submit their recommendation to the Regional Forester for a final decision.
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Fannin Central Appraisal District is Hiring
