ing this QR Code. Space is limited to the first 40 children so act now! The C.A.S.T. (“Catch A Special Thrill”) for Kids Foundation enriches the lives of children with special needs, supports their families, and
strengthens communities through the sport of fishing. We empower families and communities to celebrate children with special needs, making these children feel loved and valued so they can overcome limitations and be successful. Through an exciting day of fishing, kids, their families, and community volunteers come together for an explosion of fun and inspiration. The C.A.S.T. for Kids Foundation hosts annual fish-
ing and boating events across America to provide children with special needs a quality outdoor recreational experience.
The C.A.S.T. for Kids Foundation is in its 35th year of celebrating children with special needs by providing free boating and fishing events for them to enjoy the outdoors.
In 2024, the Foundation will hold over 100 events in 35 states. Texas conducts more than twice the events of any other state! You can view a complete National schedule at www.castforkids.org.
At each event, participants receive a free Zebco rod & reel, stocked tackle box, event t-shirt, fishing cap, award plaque, and lunch for everyone, provided by Texas Farm Bureau. A morning of fishing will be followed by the picnic lunch for all and an awards ceremony for the kids. The Bonham Fire De-
partment will have a fire truck to show and EMTs will be present. Volunteer boaters will be taking the kids boating and fishing from 8 am to 11:30 am. Each child must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian on the boat. If boat space allows, additional siblings and family members may be able to go boating as well. However, only participants and one parent or guardian are guaranteed to go boating at the event. We need volunteer boaters and corporate sponsors! Anyone who would be like to volunteer with their boat or sponsor this event should contact the Boater event coordinator, LeAundra Ottmo at lakebonham@castforkids. org or (903) 249-0420. For registration questions, contact Eric Rice or Steve Reding at lakebonhm@castforkids.org or (972) 467-0354. The C.A.S.T. for Kids Foundation is recognized as a taxexempt public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions are deductible to the extent allowed by law. Federal Tax ID #91-1582848.
HHSC Recognizes May as Mental Health Awareness Month
AUSTIN – The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is recognizing May as Mental Health Awareness Month by hosting a series of informative webinars and promoting resources available to Texans.
The Mental Health Awareness Webinar Series is free and open to the public, covering several topics from suicide risk to youth mental wellness. Register by clicking the links below:
● May 1, noon to 1 p.m., Integrated Behavioral Health.
This webinar explains care coordination, which helps people move from one health care system or setting to another smoothly and effectively without delays or duplication of care.
● May 13, 11 a.m. to noon, The Deadly Gap: Elevated Risk for Suicide in the First Year after Military Service Separation. This webinar will review suicide data of veterans, explain the physiological experience of trauma, discuss the challenges veterans face, and offer ways to support
them.
● May 19, 1–2 p.m., Beyond the Norm: Empowering Youth Mental Wellness with Alternative Therapies. This webinar provides an overview of alternate therapies, such as art, music and animal-assisted therapy, available through the Youth Empowerment Services (YES) Waiver.
● May 21, 1–2 p.m., Navigating Recovery with Peer and Family Partner Services. This webinar will host a panel of certified peer and family partners who will discuss how to help others navigate their personal mental health.
● May 29, 11 a.m. to noon, Coordinated Specialty Care for First Episode Psychosis (CSC-FEP). This webinar highlights an innovative treatment model for people experiencing an early onset of psychosis.
Other resources
HHSC will post messages on Facebook, X and Instagram throughout May to promote self-care, share behavioral health data and educate the public on behavioral health challenges. Throughout the year, Mental Health First Aid training is available through local mental health authorities and local behavioral health authorities. Participants learn the risk factors and warning signs of mental health and substance use concerns, build an understanding of their impact, and receive an overview of common treatments. Learn more about the courses by visiting the Mental Health First Aid Training webpage. For more information on mental health resources in Texas, visit the HHSC Mental Health and Substance Use page.
Mother's Day
needs that are so often overlooked. No matter who we grow up to be or how far away we roam, sometimes we just need the affirmation of a mom’s gentle hug, soft words and encouragement. Today offers the perfect opportunity to bless the very one who gave us life or brought life into the world we share with her. Let us pray for her! God has given us mothers to carry us, raise us, teach us and mold us into godly people. She is clothed with strength and dignity. She laughs without fear of the future. When she speaks her words are wise and she gives instructions with kindness. Her children stand and bless her. Her husband praises her. There are so many virtuous and capable women in the world but you surpass them all! Reward her for all she has done, let her deeds publicly declare her praise. Of course no mother is perfect; not everyone grew up with a loving mother. But every mother out there from the one who feels she was born to be a mom and the one who struggles with her title, all deserve honor for the role God has given them. Today is the perfect occasion to offer this honor and love in word and deed. Show the extent to which we are grateful for all she does every day. I speak this prayer now in gratitude and praise for the gift of mothers. Thank you for their patience and understanding. Thank you for the physical, emotional and spiritual gifts they possess. I pray that you open the heavens so that the world will see and understand the blessings they bestow upon their children. I pray that children throughout the world take time to honor their mothers, that you would show how uniquely you made each one. If there is a phone in heaven, put my mother on the line so I can tell her how much I love her, and the love of my life let me talk with her also.
John H. Kennedy
Family Night - Wed. June 4
All adults come with your Children for all the food, fun and fellowship. Bounce Houses, Prizes, Face Painting, Balloons, Horse Rides & More!
Left to Right, Front Row: Assistant Warden Nicholas Flood, Cole Unit, Mayor Pro Tem John Burnett, Senior Warden Bobbi Thomas, Cole Moore Complex, Assistant Warden Jimmy Sisson, Choice Moore Unit. Photo by Connie Estes
Spanish Sunday School
Every Sunday @ 9:45 AM
Beginning April 6th
Calvary Baptist Church
913 S. 5th Bonham, TX
Children, Adults, Everyone Invited
Call Rita For More Information 516-262-8191
Email: twin2_santana@yahoo.com
Planing For Kingdom Growth Here In Fannin
Calvary Baptist Church
Bonham, Texas
As our church and community continue to grow, we must dream of how our church can continue to plan for kingdom growth here in Fannin County.
As we dream of ways to maximize our property here in South Bonham, we have also decided to become a church that effectively plants new churches in our area. Yes, we already have many churches in our area. However, it has been proven that new churches grow faster and reach more people than existing ones. In order for us to become a church that
effectively plant new churches, we must learn what it takes to do so.
Micah Caswell, a church planning consultant with Denton Baptist Association and NAMB, recommended that we partner with a pastor who is currently going through the process of planting a new church to begin building our “church-planting” muscle. Therefore, we begin a partnership with Jonathan Yates today. Please welcome him. He is currently in the process of planting a new church in Van Alstyne. We will begin supporting him through prayer, financial gifts, and manpower.
County
As we walk with him in this journey, we will not only be a blessing to him and his new congregation, but we will also learn so much as a congregation about how to go about planting a new church (or churches)! They are planning to launch this new church, called Van Alstyne Family Church, on Sunday, September 14. This summer, we will have the opportunity to roll up our sleeves and help accomplish this beautiful dream with him. Praise God!
Yours for New Horizons, Lyn and Lissa
Sunday Morning Re-wind: He Is Always With Us
Hello everyone!
This week’s devotion comes from Hebrews 13:6. It is such a wonderful promise that the Lord will never leave us, nor forsake us. Even in our bad times, we can take comfort in knowing that He is with us, and that He has it all under control.
CALVARY UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH
When: Sun. 10:30am. Wed. 7:00pm
Where: 1190 Hwy 56 W. Bonham.
Pastor: Steven Luton, 903-583-4346
Romans 12:18 “If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.”
ANNOUNCING
12-18-18
GRACE METHODIST CHURCH BONHAM
A GLOBAL METHODIST CONGREGATION
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
1/21/25 2430 Albert Broadfoot St. Bonham, TX Services - Sundays 10:15 a.m.
For More information: info@bonhamgrace.com • 903-494-0227
In 1847, Henry Francis Lyte wrote this classic hymn that comes from the message in this passage. This should also serve as our prayer for when we face difficult times.
“Abide with me: fast falls the eventide;the darkness deepens;
In this passage, the writer of Hebrews reminds us that we, as believers, ought to put our trust in the Lord, rather than be down in the dumps about our circumstances. Oftentimes this can be hard to remember whenever we are going through difficult times. We are reminded in 1 Peter 5:7 to bring all of our trials and troubles to Him, because He cares for us with a love that is far beyond our comprehension. We are also reminded in n Romans 8:28, “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.” The Lord has always proven to us that His promises will never run out, and that through His faithfulness, we can be fully confident in Him through His encouragement.
When
Accusations Are Made
Tom Russell, Minister Northside Church of Christ, Bonham
So many (Most/all) of society’s problems would be resolved if people followed the bible pattern regarding how we treat each other. This is certainly true when it comes to making or receiving accusations. Our news is replete with neverending accusations of misconduct. The shoddy reporting and bias are often unmistakable.
“Anonymous sources say ...”, “It has been reported ...”, “The allegations are too important not to accept.”, or something similar is used to justify the latest accusation being made. Well-dressed, grave talkingheads offer up assertions and malicious gossip as “breaking news”. This is the primary reason the credibility of legacy news is at an all-time low with the American public.
Love is the first principle governing whether or not accusations are made or received. Paul tells us that love “believes all things”(1 Corinthians 13:7), the implication of which is that love compels us to believe in the innocence, or best, of another unless we have evidence to the contrary. This isn’t something you are commanded to do if you love another, it is something that love compels you to do. For instance, your love for your children compels you to believe in their innocence unless there is undeniable evidence. We should use the same fair standard when judging the guilt or innocence of another. “Where is the evidence?” is the first question we should ask when a charge is made! Yes, love compels us, but God’s law requires us to accept accusations only if they are accompanied by confirm-
A Time to Die
By Mike Dickison Minister for the Ivanhoe
Church of Christ Solomon wrote that there is “A time to be born, and a time to die” (Ecclesiastes 3:2). Death is something that many fear. While Paule wrote “I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope” (1 Thessalonians 4:13), death is something that we must all consider. The penman of Hebrews declared, “it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment” (Hebrews 9:27). Death is an appointment that every one must keep. David wrote “that wise men die, likewise the fool and the brutish person perish, and leave their wealth to others” (Psalm 49:10). Consider the two rich men that failed to prepare for death. The first was a farmer, who had a bumper crop. He determined to build bigger barns and retire, “But God said unto him, Thou fool, this night thy soul shall be required of thee: then whose shall those things be, which thou hast provided?” (Luke 12:20), then Jesus said “So is he that layeth up treasure for himself, and is not rich toward God” (Luke 12:21). The second rich man allowed a man to die, begging at his gate. Jesus said “it came to pass, that the beggar died, and was carried by the angels into Abraham's bosom: the rich man also died, and was buried” (Luke 16:22). The rich man did “lift up his eyes, being in torments” (Luke 16:23). After the rich man wanted relief, he was told “remember that thou in thy lifetime receivedst
thy good things, and likewise Lazarus evil things: but now he is comforted, and thou art tormented” (Luke 16:25). The two rich men failed to make God their priority, thus failing to love their neighbors. We don’t have to fail. We can “lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal” (Matthew 6:20). We can “be rich in good works” (1 Timothy 6:18). We can have salvation in Christ. Peter declared “Nei-
Lord, with me abide.When other helpers fail and comforts flee, Help of the helpless, O abide with me.I need thy presence every passing hour. What but thy grace can foil the tempter’s power?
Who like thyself my guide and strength can be?
Through cloud and sunshine, O abide with me.” If you’re looking to find a good home church, we invite you to come visit us, and be a part of our church family and worship at Central Baptist Church. Visitors are our honored guests, and we hope to see you this coming Sunday! Bro. Josh Stevenson
ing evidence, but what does that look like? Answer: The testimony of a plurality of eyewitnesses. Note the seriousness with which God addresses this under the Law of Moses, “A single witness shall not suffice against a person for any crime or for any wrong in connection with any offense that he has committed. Only on the evidence of two witnesses or of three witnesses shall a charge be established.” Deuteronomy 19:15 This requirement is repeated in the New Testament as well in such passages as 2 Corinthians 13:1, and 1 Timothy 5:19. Let us not judge with bias, naivete, or maliciousness when it comes to accusations. The Lord said, “Do not judge by appearances but judge with right judgment.” in John 7:24. “Right judgment” certainly requires a plurality of witnesses when accusations are made.
ther is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved” (Acts 4:12). We should all live our lives that at the time of death, we can say, “I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing” (2 Timothy 4:7-8). Jesus “became the author of eternal salvation unto all them that obey him” (Hebrews 5:9). Obey the Gospel!
Honey Grove Cowboy Church 3050 Hwy 100 North Honey Grove, TX
Leonard First Assembly of God, 108 Pecan Leonard, Texas 469-450-9777
Allen’s Point Baptist Church 310 CR 2775 Honey Grove, TX 75446 903378-7038
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
Ivanhoe Baptist Church 4063 NO.FM 273 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 (903)583-2359
Lamasco Baptist Church 346 CR 2615 Telephone, Texas 75488
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
Duplex Baptist Church 313 CR 2102 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-664-3175
Applications are on our website at www.co.fannin.tx.us or may be picked up at the Fannin County Auditor’s Office at 101 East Sam Rayburn Dr. St. 301, Bonham, TX.
Community News
Ector Carson Cemetery Annual Meeting
The Ector Carson Cemetery Annual Memorial Meeting will be held this year on Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 2:30pm at the First Baptist Church in Ector. We will have a nice music program, give an update on the cemetery and give names of the ones who have passed away since last Memorial. Donations can be mailed to Ector Carson Cemetery c/o Nancy Bellows, PO Box 237, Ector, Texas 75439-0237
Hayes Equine Veterinary Services
May Newsletter 2025
Shipping Fever
reluctant to move, lie down, and have shallow breathing because their chest hurts.
4/29/25
Notice is hereby given by Leonard Independent School District that competitive sealed proposals addressed to Leonard ISD, #1 Tiger Alley, Leonard, Texas 75452, will be accepted at or before 3:00 P.M., Friday, May 23, 2025, for the following:
BLAND ISD Depository Services
All interested parties may obtain electronic copies of the Request for Proposal Packet by contacting Kadee Todd at 903-587-2318 or toddk@ leonardisd.net
PUBLIC NOTICE OF RFP
Notice is hereby given to all interested parties that the Fannin County Commissioners Court will accept sealed proposals for the following:
4/15/25 Leonard ISD
1) Wrangler and Corral Services
Specifications may be obtained from: Julie Criswell Fannin County Purchasing 101 E. Sam Rayburn Dr. Suite 313 Bonham, TX 75418 purchasing@fanninco.net 903.583.0054
Sealed proposals must be filed in the County Purchasing Agent Office before 3 p.m., May 13, 2025, or said proposals will not be considered. Proposals shall be opened on May 13, 2025 at 3:30 p.m. in the Fannin County Purchasing Agent’s Office, 101 E. Sam Rayburn Dr. Suite 313, Bonham, TX 75418.
Fannin County Commissioners Court reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
4/29/25
PUBLIC NOTICE
4/29/25
Rayburn Electric Cooperative proposes to build a 300foot self support Communications Tower. Anticipated lighting application is medium intensity dual red/white strobes. The Site location is at FM 3710, Bonham, Fannin County, TX 75418 [Lat: 33-27-19.8, Long: -96-748.1] The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Antenna Structure Registration (ASR, Form 854) filing number is A1312394.
ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS – Interested persons may review the application (www.fcc.gov/asr/ applications) by entering the filing number. Environmental concerns may be raised by filing a Request for Environmental Review (www.fcc.gov/ asr/environmentalrequest) and online filings are strongly encouraged. The mailing address to file a paper copy is: FCC Requests for Environmental Review, Attn: Ramon Williams, 445 12th Street SW, Washington, DC 20554. HISTORIC PROPERTIES EFFECTS - Public comments regarding potential effects on historic properties may be submitted within 30 days from the date of this publication to: Trileaf Corp, Mitra Rahimi, m.rahimi@trileaf.com, 7700 W. Hwy 71, Suite 200, Austin, Texas 78735, 512-5199388.
5/6/25
Streptococcus Zooepidemicus is a pathogen that is often present in the horse’s nasal passages. The horse’s immune system keeps it under control unless the horse is stressed and its immune system defenses are lowered. When this occurs, the Strep Zoo bacteria can then set up in the lungs and cause pneumonia or pleural pneumonia. Long trips in the trailer can stress the horse and cause a respiratory condition often called shipping fever. During transport, Horses are constantly working to keep their balance especially through acceleration, stops and turns. They may have anxiety in the trailer or squabble with other horses. Poor ventilation and temperature changes in the trailer are also contributing factors. All these conditions put a physical and mental strain on the horse, raising their level of cortisol, (the stress hormone), and lowering their immune system function. If the horse has come from a sale and is sick, it is usually from a highly contagious Flu, Rhino, or EHV virus or strangles, not shipping fever. Shipping fever takes hours or a few days to develop after a long trailer ride. Signs are a temperature 102 or more (fever), depressed, and loss of appetite. In pleural pneumonia, there is excess fluid and bacteria in the pleural space between the lungs and the ribs. These horses are
A veterinarian can diagnose the pneumonia by listening to the lungs. Crackling sounds caused by mucous in the small airways, or wheezes cause by constriction of the bronchioles are signs of pneumonia. Ultrasound of the chest and lungs can diagnose fluid in the chest cavity Pleuritis. The horse should be treated immediately with high levels of antibiotics.
Prevention
1. Make sure the horse can lower its head to knee level during travel. Tie him loose or not at all. If the horse has to be tied high, stop regularly and untie so he can lower his head and clear his airways.
2. Protect air quality in the trailer. Dust from shavings, dried manure, and hay can irritate airways causing inflammation. Dampen or don’t use shavings. Soak hay that will be fed on the trip and use a slow feed hay net. If you are traveling through an area with forest fires, close the trailer windows so there is less smoke inside the trailer.
3. Ship only healthy and fully vaccinated horses.
4. Monitor the temperatures of the horses for a week after shipping. They will often spike a fever after 3 pm. Normal temperature is 99- 101.5. If the horse has a temperature of 102 or more it has a fever, and it is time to call the vet. Castration signs: May 14-21
The Kentucky Derby is Saturday May 3, 4-5:30 on NBC. My pick is Journalism and the longshot Coat Battle.
