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apartment has smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors, making sure it has utilities and that there is hot water,” officials said. Landlords push back Opponents argued the fee would ultimately be passed on to renters, adding to the cost of housing. One landlord urged the city to take a more targeted approach. “Rather than creating a new registry program that applies to every rental property, the city should focus its resources on identifying and addressing the properties that are actually generating complaints,” one landlord said. Another said the blanket fee felt unfair to property owners who already maintain their rentals. “To me it was kind of like a slap in the face to those of us who do take care of our proper-
ties. We already maintain everything well, we pay our taxes, we do our insurance — and to add another fee right now, I mean, we’re trying to keep everything as affordable as we can,” the landlord said. Jason Egan, a concerned landlord, echoed that sentiment. “I’m just asking the city to distinguish between bad landlords and responsible landlords before imposing a fee on everyone else,” Egan said. What’s next The council voted to table the discussion. Before the proposal comes back for a vote, the council said it will hold a workshop to address the concerns raised at Monday’s meeting, and they thanked everyone for coming out. No rental inspection fee is currently in effect. Copyright 2026 KXII. All rights reserved.
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Communities Unlimited (CU) For 63 years, a single well has supplied water to all 167 connections served by the Gober Municipal Utility District (MUD) in Fannin County, Texas. With no backup source, the district cannot simply take the well offline for an extended inspection or rehabilitation. On July 10, the well stops pumping. Jan Johnson, something Johnson considers A Small System With president of Gober MUD's a win for local control. Little Room to Absorb a board, immediately begins Customers are placed under Six-Figure Emergency searching for the cause. a boil water notice, and the Established by the Texas "Normally, when something board raises rates to cover the Legislature in 1997, like that happens, it's either Monday-Friday 9-5:30 Gober MUD is governed mounting costs. the motor or the pump," 204 E. Sam Rayburn Dr. • Bonham, Texas 75418 by a five-member elected Johnson said. board. It serves a stretch of A Referral to Communities Unlimited southeastern Fannin County A Well That Ran Dry Johnson contacts the about 75 miles northeast of on the Inside Texas Commission on Dallas, where the median Workers pull and replace Environmental Quality household income is $72,295 both. The well runs for a and nearly one in five (TCEQ), which refers her minute, then stops again. to Communities Unlimited They lower the pump next, residents lives in poverty. (CU). A system serving 167 thinking the water level "TCEQ told us CU connections has little room might have dropped. That specializes in these to absorb a six-figure doesn't work either. Finally, a situations," Johnson said. emergency, especially after camera goes 1,700 feet down Around July 15, she the casing, revealing the the district has already applies for financing and real problem: the screen that depleted its reserve fund. begins working with Chris allows water into the well is Ranniger, a Senior Economic Hauling Water While packed solid with six decades Development Loan Officer Negotiating Down of silt. The water is still there, on CU's Lending Team. the Cost but it can no longer reach the The district closes on a loan With the well offline, Gober pump. By the time the district begins hauling water from through CU's Community Financial identifies the problem, it the nearby city of Ladonia. Development Institution (CDFI) fund on The first hauler charges has already spent $43,000 July 30, just 20 days after the $10,000 per day, but Johnson diagnosing the failure. well failed. negotiates the cost down to Johnson has been working CU's CDFI water and on a grant application for roughly $3,000. The Texas wastewater system fund is Division of Emergency a second well before the emergency hits. She knows a Management (TDEM) steps designed to respond quickly single well that old is one bad in to cover the hauling to emergencies like Gober's, day away from failing. The expenses, though the district rather than leave small systems waiting months for still pays for the water itself. bad day comes first. Gober continues managing state or federal assistance. Financing the Fix and the emergency locally,
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Seeking To Be In The Mix In 2026: Trenton-ex Boone playing OL for Lady Cardinals volleyball vying Southwestern Univ. again in '26 for 12th straight postseason advance By Rich Hilliard
Savoy's McKenna House (4) serves on Aug. 7 during the Lady Cardinals' home volleyball scrimmage against Tishomingo (Okla.) High School to start their 2026 volleyball season. Photo by Rich Hilliard
Savoy's Emma Reynolds (6) serves on Aug. 7 during the Lady Cardinals' home volleyball scrimmage against Tishomingo (Okla.) High School to start their 2026 volleyball season. Photo by Rich Hilliard
Savoy's Addy Hernandez (2) watches after passing the ball on Aug. 7 during the Lady Cardinals' home volleyball scrimmage against Tishomingo (Okla.) High School to start their 2026 volleyball season. Photo by Rich Hilliard
Savoy's Gianna Odum (5) watches after hitting the ball on Aug. 7 during the Lady Cardinals' home volleyball scrimmage against Tishomingo (Okla.) High School to start their 2026 volleyball season. Photo by Rich Hilliard
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Trenton 2025 graduate Braden Boone appears again on the Southwestern University football roster for the upcoming season. Boone lists as a 6-2 280 sophomore offensive lineman and will wear the No. 54 on jerseys for the Pirates. In 2025, he had partipation statistics against Millsaps and Berry, respectively, on Nov. 1 and 15. Southwestern opens its 2026 season on Saturday, Sept. 5, at 6 p.m., playing host to McMurry University at Birkelbach Stadium in Georgetown, Texas.
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Savoy's Chelsea Glover (10) serves on Aug. 7 during the Lady Cardinals' home volleyball scrimmage against Tishomingo (Okla.) High School to start their 2026 volleyball season. Photo by Rich Hilliard
Trenton 2026 alumna Jessi McMahon will don No. 24 jerseys, as she begins her Austin College volleyball career. McMahon lists as a 5-10 freshman right side player on the 'Roos' 2026 roster. Austin College will begin its 2026 season on Tuesday, Sept. 1, with a home doubleheader: vs. Howard Payne at 6 p.m. and Paul Quinn at 8 p.m. The 'Roos host the Austin College Classic Sept. 4-5.
Trenton's Jessi McMahon serves on Oct. 10, 2025, during District 10-2A volleyball played in Trenton. Photo by Rich Hilliard
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Savoy's Libby Hill (44) passes the ball on Aug. 7 during the Lady Cardinals' home volleyball scrimmage against Tishomingo (Okla.) High School to start their 2026 volleyball season. Photo by Rich Hilliard By Rich Hilliard SAVOY -- Thanks to realignment in February, postseason trips won't be assured the next two seasons for Fannin County's Class 1A varsity volleyball programs. While all will remain in 21-1A, the district now includes more than three teams -- meaning not all will automatically advance into the 1A playoffs like previously. That shouldn't affect Savoy which vies this season for a 12th consecutive postseason trip. Returning three upperclassmen -- first or second team selections -- and an underclassmen superlative recipient of all-district notoriety in 2025 will make the Lady Cardinals formidable. Libby Hill is back for her
sophomore season after sharing the Newcomer of the Year award in the old 21-1A. Savoy senior Chelsea Glover returns after being a first-
Savoy's Kiarah Fulkerson (1) serves on Aug. 7 during the Lady Cardinals' home volleyball scrimmage against Tishomingo (Okla.) High School to start their 2026 volleyball season. Photo by Rich Hilliard team all-district selection in 2025 in the old 21-1A, with senior Gianna Odum and junior Addy Hernandez back after garnering second-team
McKenna House (4), Gianna Odum (5), Kiarah Fulkerson (1), Emily Reynolds (6) and the other Lady Cardinals (not pictured) listen to second-year Savoy head volleyball coach Dani Glover during a huddle serves on Aug. 7 during the Lady Cardinals' home volleyball scrimmage against Tishomingo (Okla.) High School to start their 2026 volleyball season. Photo by Rich Hilliard
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Scrimmages between Fannin programs highlight the final tuneups occurring within the county borders for the 2026 high school football season. On Thursday, Aug. 20, Trenton travels to Leonard for scrimmage action starting at 5 p.m., while Bonham heads to Honey Grove with play beginning at 6 p.m. Meanwhile, Savoy plays at Campbell starting at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 21, equating a scrimmage meeting between former district rivals.
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Fannin County Sheriff's Office
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On August, 13th, 2026 at 6:00 AM the Fannin C o u n t y S h e r i ff ’s Office Investigations, Communications, Patrol and Special Response Team alongside SWAT Teams from Collin County Sheriff’s Office and Texas Department of Public Safety served search and arrest warrants at three locations within Fannin County to counter a narcotics distribution ring. There were two locations within the city limits of Bonham and one that was in unincorporated Fannin County. As a result of the operation seven arrests were made. Numerous firearms were seized along with narcotics, proceeds from drug distribution and vehicles used to distribute narcotics. Additionally, one location on Lakeview Dr, Bonham was being utilized to house illegal aliens and four arrests were made. During the warrant execution distraction devices were utilized that produced loud noises, but no gunshots were fired by anyone involved. One suspect attempted to flee but was apprehended by a law enforcement K-9 Unit and did not leave the property. After a months-long investigation the Fannin County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank the National Guard Counterdrug Task Force, Collin County Sheriff’s Office, Texas Department of Public Safety and Bonham Police Department for their roles in this highly successful operation! The Sheriff’s Office will continue working to get narcotics activity and distribution off our streets to further protect our communities. The individuals involved in these trafficking operations pose a danger to the public, our communities and our families. It will not be tolerated in Fannin County. No additional information will be provided at this time.
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community groups, and enjoy some food as you celebrate farming with us at Sam Rayburn’s historic h o m e d u r i n g this free event. This event is sponsored by the Friends of Sam Rayburn and the East Texas A&M University College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources. Participants include: Bonham Public Library, Bonham State Park,
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A Joint Project of the Sam Rayburn House Historic Site and the Fannin County Historical Commission Celebrating 7/3/18 America 250 with Spotlights of Fannin County Citizens Who Participated In or Witnessed Historical Events favor to her daughter Hope. The evening began with an intimate dinner at the home in Sherman of Grace and Alfred Ridings. Guests also included the mayor and his wife and the First Lady’s secretary Malvina Thompson. After the dinner Ms. Roosevelt spoke to a crowd of 1,500. The event After Hope christened the USS Aucilla, with Speaker of was officially the House Sam Rayburn and Senator George Radcliffe sponsored by the of Maryland, November 20, 1943. Sparrows Point, Texas branch of Maryland. the League of Pen Rise of Women Journalists. Public Library. See also the Grace Deupree Ridings and Hope Deu- American Women, of which Photos in this article are Washington Post obituary of pree Ridings, c. 1910 Bonham, Texas Grace Ridings was from this book. This book Hope Miller dated May 5, By Malinda Allison, president, and she is available at the Bonham 2005. Fannin County introduced the First Lady. Historical Commission After the death of Sam Rayburn in 1961 many Grace Dupree Ridings tributes were placed in the and Hope Ridings Miller Congressional Record. One Grace Dupree Ridings was was the following: “He born on December 18, 1881 became affectionately known in Ivanhoe, Fannin County, to the nation as “Mr. Sam.” Texas, the daughter of J. E. That happy designation came and Amelia Deupree. Grace about this way: There were graduated from Ravenna still at home in Bonham College and became a a rather large Rayburn 1310 North State Hwy 78, Bonham schoolteacher in Fannin family. There was unmarried County. She married Alfred Lucinda. Sam always called Ridings, who later studied this sister, “Miss Lou,” even medicine in Kentucky. In when he was speaking to 1917 the family moved her. The neighbors took Laundromat, Tiled Showers, from Bonham to Sherman. to designating the brothers Package Room, Dog Park, Fast Free Wifi Grace was the author of two as “Mr. Tom,” “Mr. Jim,” books of poetry, short stories “Mr. Sam,” and “Mr. Dick.” and plays, and her poetry The custom spread over his was widely published in congressional district as far magazines and newspapers. as “Mr. Sam” was concerned. She served as president of the Hope Ridings Miller, a young Dallas branch of the League woman from Sherman, came of American Pen Women. to Washington and became Chiropractic & Regenerative Therapy Hope Ridings was born the writer of a social column. on December 24, 1905, in She began to refer to the New Patient Special $80 includes Bonham to Grace Ridings Speaker as “Mr. Sam”, as she “2” Adjustments, Xrays & “2” Five-minute massages and Dr. A. L. Ridings in a had always heard him referred 1717 N. Center #300 house the parents had rented to in her Texas home. Then from Dr. John Rayburn, suddenly, a decade or so ago, Bonham, Tx. 75418 Sam Rayburn’s brother. She everyone seemed suddenly 903-990-0521 was their only child. A. to realize how felicitous this www.h2wellnesssolutions.com L. Ridings was a boyhood appellation was. Henceforth friend of Sam Rayburn. In he was to be “Mr. Sam.”” We accept all insurance “Including Medicare” a letter from Sam Rayburn Grace Ridings died in to Amon Carter dated 1-27- August 1941. Hope Ridings 1945, Speaker Rayburn Miller died on April 29, 2005. says: “Hope was born in my They are both interred in the brother’s home in Bonham. I family mausoleum in West have known her all her life.” Hill Cemetery in Sherman. The Ridings family later For more information on moved to Sherman. Hope Grace and her daughter Hope, Meet Our Team Testimonials attended Austin College in see Washington’s Golden Sherman and the University Age. Hope Ridings Miller, of Texas, and received a the Society Beat and the master’s degree in English from Columbia University in New York City. Returning to Texas, she became head of the English Department at Paris Junior College. She married Clarence Lee Miller in 1932 and they lived briefly AMISH FURNITURE - PATIO in New York City before 1420 S. Armstrong • Hwy 91 N Denison, TX 75020 moving to Washington, DC Layaway Available! 903-465-7226 in 1933. She was the society editor of the Washington Post from 1937 to 1944 and the editor of the magazine The Diplomat from 1954 1960. She was president of the National Women’s Press Club. She was a friend of Eleanor Roosevelt. In 1939 Eleanor Roosevelt went on a month-long trip which included visits to Dallas, Waco, Abilene and Sherman. The visit to Sherman, which was organized by Grace, was a
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Linda Ann Loftin
Linda Ann Loftin passed away on August 1, 2026, just days shy of her 81st birthday. She was born on August 11, 1945, in Honey Grove, Texas, to T.B. Tyler and Louise Baty Tyler. Linda dedicated many years to serving others in the healthcare field. She began her career in the early 1970s as a Laboratory and X-ray Technician at the M&S Clinic, which later became Texoma Care Bonham. Over the course of her 50-year career alongside Drs. Walter and Dana Sisk, Linda made a lasting impact on her colleagues and the countless patients she cared for. Patients often praised her remarkable ability to draw blood with little to no discomfort. Family was at the center of Linda’s life. She cherished time spent with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She found joy and tranquility in tending and cultivating beautiful flowers and caring for her one-acre yard. Linda also enjoyed creating treasured memories while traveling throughout the United States. Her children often speak of the cross-country trips they shared and how their parents inspired a lifelong love of travel. While she was able, Linda attended First United Methodist Church in Bonham and truly enjoyed fellowship with the church family. Linda was preceded in death by her parents, T.B. Tyler and Louise Tyler; her beloved husband, Jerry Loftin; and her brothers, Delbert Tyler and Jerry Tyler. She is survived by her daughter, Melinda Robinson and husband Michael, of Sherman; her son, William “Bill” Loftin and wife Maria, of Bakersfield, California; her grandchildren, Alex Cruz and husband Ron; Channon Gibson; Cody Loftin and wife Aubrey; Ryan Gibson; her greatgrandchildren, Dillon Gibson; Titus Cruz; Scarlett Cruz; Savannah Cruz and Mallory Loftin; her brother, Larry Tyler and wife Frances of Blossom; as well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Friends and family were invited to celebrate Linda’s life during a visitation at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home in Bonham on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The family will have a private interment at a later date. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home. Linda Ann Loftin will be remembered for her kindness, warmth, and steadfast devotion to both her family and her profession. She leaves behind a legacy of love that will continue to live on in the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know her. To share a memory or leave an online condolence, please visit www.coopersorrells.com
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. Thank You to Turrentine Jackson Morrow Funeral Home For Sponsoring The Obituary Section. Obituaries Sponsor
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Melvin Stephen McBride was born January 20, 1943, in Denton, Texas and passed at the age of 83 on August 10, 2026. His parents were Melvin “Cotton” McBride and Billie Pauline Sparks. Steve passed away at his home in Bonham, Texas. Steve was a lifelong bowler having been a member of the Professional Bowlers Association for 40+ years. He was elected to several bowling Hall of Fame organizations with the last being the Texas State Hall of Fame. Over his career he bowled 100+ perfect 300 games and numerous 800 series. He was always supportive and willing to share his knowledge with new and upcoming young bowlers. Cindy’s favorite story she heard from various bowlers was how he would show up at a bowling alley with his shoes over his shoulder, carrying 1 ball and asking if anyone wanted to bowl pot games. There was always a story from every bowling old-timer she meet. Survived by his wife of 44 years Cindy Gaston McBride, mother-in-law Barbara Gaston, three children: daughter Marilyn Redwine (husband Greg Redwine), sons Lance McBride (wife Katelynn), Tim McBride (wife Dianna), nine grandchildren: Brandon Redwine, Jeffery O’Kelley, Matthew O’Kelley, Stephen “Cael” McBride, Alyssa Graham, Braxton Schneider, Weston Schneider, Justin McBride, Eliana McBride and numerous cousins. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home, Bonham, Texas. To share a memory or leave an online condolence, please visit www.coopersorrells.com
Ida “Lou” (Love) Hammock
April 7, 1939 – July 4, 2026 Ida “Lou” (Love) Hammock of Leonard, Texas passed away July 4, 2026 in the home of her daughter, “Tammy”, where she had resided for the past year along with her son-in-law, David, and her beloved dog Toby in Haysville, Kansas. She celebrated Independence Day in Heaven, free from suffering and sorrow. She received good care from Interim Home Health and Phoenix Home Care and Hospice of Wichita, KS in the months before death. She was preceded in death by her parents Thomas Charles Love (TC), and Margaret Louise (O’Guinn) Love; husband of 40 years, Russell Hillary Hammock; sisters Patricia Ann Smith, of Red Oak, TX, and Ida Mae Bussell of Tybee Island, GA; sons Charles Thomas Tate Jr (Tommy/Bubba) and Dennis Russell Hammock both of Leonard, TX; and daughter Tina Rene’ Clark of Bonham, TX.
2 brothers-in-law and 5 sisters-in-law by marriage. She is survived by her daughter Tamara “Tammy” Elaine (Tate) Hood and son-in-law David Leonard Hood of Haysville, KS; granddaughter Jennifer Delight (Hood) Merrill and husband Joshua Ian Merrill; great grandchildren Carson Jack, Hudson Owen, Oaklee Mae, and Skyler Gray of Wilburton, OK; granddaughter Kyrstal Rene’ Ball of Bonham, TX; great granddaughter Breana Rene’ Ball of Bonham, TX; grandson Jeremy Lynn Clark of Bonham, TX; granddaughter Haley Erin (Brown) Malone, husband Jeremy Christopher Malone; great grandchildren McKinlee Faye Brown and Russell Grant McBrayer of Ivanhoe, TX. Also survived by many beloved nieces, nephews, and their spouses, and countless friends. Lou spent her life as a devoted caregiver for her 4 children, her grandmother, a myriad of farm animals and pets, and later for her husband when he became disabled in accident. She retired after 20+ years from Marking Systems of Dallas, TX as manager in the shipping and receiving department. Lou came to Christ in her adult years and easily shared her faith with others. As an active member in several Baptist churches, she was known for her potluck fried chicken, salmon patties and pineapple square cake. Always desiring to be an encouragement she loved to send carefully chosen cards with thoughtful words that she wrote by hand. She had a passion for the color purple, horses, flowers and birds, in particular hummingbirds. From a teenager, she was a Hollywood and TV buff. A memorial service will be held at: Valley Creek Baptist Church, 3615 FM 896, Leonard, TX 75452 on Friday, September 11, 2026,11 am. Family will receive guests at 10am. Burial will be at Pyles Prairie Cemetery, Kemp, TX, on Saturday, September 12, 10am. A memorial has been set with Valley Creek Baptist Church Mission Fund. Known for her kindness, and hospitality, and compassion she will be greatly missed by many family, friends and neighbors. Her greatest desire was to see each of you in Heaven one day.
Carrol Gene Spindle
Carrol Gene Spindle, 82, of Ector, Texas, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Carrol was born on May 21, 1944, in Sherman, Texas, to Garvin G. Spindle and Maple Mays Spindle. On October 26, 1962, he married the love of his life, Norma Manson Spindle, in Dallas, Texas. Together, they shared 62 years of marriage, building a life filled with love, family, faith, and countless memories. Carrol dedicated more than 40 years of his life to working as a meat cutter before retiring from Brookshire’s Foods. While he was proud of his work, his greatest joy and accomplishment was his family. He believed in being there for the people he loved and made it a priority to attend their birthdays, school functions, sporting events, and other special occasions. His family always knew they could count on him. Carrol was a 56-year endowed member of the Masonic Lodge and a current member of Lodge #687 in Ector, Texas. During his years of service, he was honored to receive the Golden Trowel Award, one of Masonry’s highest honors. He became a Shriner in 1993 and faithfully served for 10 years. His commitment to his Lodge, his community, and helping others was an important part of his life. When Carrol wasn’t working, participating in Lodge activities, or spending time with his family, he could often be found outdoors. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, sports, nature, and working on all kinds of projects. He was a man who enjoyed staying busy, learning, fixing, building, and making memories along the way. Carrol will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend. He leaves behind a legacy of love, hard work, dedication, and the importance of always being there for family. The lessons he taught, the stories he shared, and the memories he created will live on through the generations who loved him. Carrol was preceded in death by his parents, Garvin G. and Maple Spindle; his sisters, Laverne Day, Anita Fern Spindle, and Helen Joyce Chesser; and his brothers, O’Dell Spindle, Lois Wayne Spindle, Billy Spindle, and Gary Nole Spindle. He is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Norma Spindle of Ector, Texas; his sons, Robert Spindle and wife Paula of Randolph, Texas, and Wally Spindle of Ector, Texas; nine grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and numerous extended family members and friends who will forever cherish his memory. Carrol’s life was a testament to the things that mattered most to him: family, service, hard work, and making memories with the people he loved. Though he will be deeply missed, his legacy will continue through the many lives he touched and the generations that follow. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home, Bonham, Texas. No services are planned at this time. To leave an online condolence or share a memory, please visit www.cooper-sorrells.com
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STAPP TREE TRIMMING and REMOVAL Hauling, Storm Damage, Demolition Work, Dead Wood Removal, Licensed and Bonded. Over 25 Years Experience. Call 903583-7888. “Cheaper than the cheapest. Give me a call, I can handle it all, guaranteed.” FARM and LAWN MAINTENANCE Tree service, landscaping, brush clearing, fence of any kind, pipe fence painting, power washing, house painting, flagstone patios, gravel driveways, lot mowing, gutters and drainage, concrete demolition, any odd jobs. Firewood! Call Jose Vazquez at 903-2275898. PROFESSIONAL PAINT & DRYWALL REPAIRS: Cracks, holes, patches, water damage, sheetrock repair, ceilings, walls, matched texturing. Interior/ Exterior Painting. 45+ years experience. Call Johnny @ 903-209-6958 Continued on Pg. 14
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Texas Hunting, Fishing 2/5/19 Licenses on Sale Aug. 15
AUSTIN – Summer is winding down and fall is on the horizon which means it’s time for hunters and anglers to renew hunting and fishing licenses. Before taking the boat out or hitting the field, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) reminds hunters and anglers to purchase their new licenses for the 2026-27 season. Currentyear Texas hunting and fishing licenses (except the Year-fromPurchase All-Water Fishing Package) expire at the end of August. Licenses for the 202627 season go on sale Aug. 15. Texans purchase more than 3 million hunting and fishing licenses annually, directly funding a magnitude of conservation efforts and recreational opportunities. Fish stocking, wildlife management, habitat restoration, public hunting leases, river access sites and conserva-
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Texas Lake Levels +/as of 8/13/26
Benbrook -2.73 Bois d’Arc Lake -0.89 Bonham -1.22 Bridgeport -5.73 Caddo+0.50 Cedar Creek -4.37 E. V. Spence -54.32 Eagle Mountain -3.26 Fork -3.31 Granbury -1.84 Grapevine -0.84 JB Thomas -30.17 Joe Pool -0.97 Lavon -1.73 Lewisville -1.34 O. C. Fisher -34.40 O.H. Ivie -20.29 Pat Mayse -0.20 Possum Kingdom- 3.75 Ray Hubbard -1.56 Ray Roberts -0.66 Tawakoni -0.84 Texoma +0.44 Toledo Bend -2.75 Twin Buttes -41.08 Weatherford -7.40
Elisha Mason, 12 yrs old, caught this catfish on Coffee Mill Lake!! Nice one Elisha! (photo courtesy of 82 Bait & Tackle) SEND YOUR FISHING OR HUNTING pictures to fcltimmeek@ gmail.com or text to 903-2275702 for FREE publication on the Outdoor Page. Texoma Report Bass, Striped Good on live shad, sassy shad, slabs around channels, points, river channel. Catfish, Blue, Catfish, Channel, Catfish, Flathead Good on chicken liver, dough bait, live shad, punch bait, stinkbait around channels, coves, points, river channel. Crappie, Black, Crappie, White Fair on caddis flies, hair jigs, jigs, minnows around brush structure, coves, docks, main lake. Comments: Fishing this week has been good. Striper are doing well on live shad,slabs and trolling sassy shad. They are being caught inbetween the bridges, around Alberta and the islands. Catfish are being caught on live bait and cut bait. Crappie are good around brush piles and in docks with jigs and power bait. Report submitted by Garrett Beam (Game Warden Marshall County) There will be a brief pause in Texas weekly fishing reports. Details are being finalized to bring you the best fishing hole information in Texas. (TPWD)
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CALVARY UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH When: Sun. 10:30am. Wed. 7:00pm Where: 1190 Hwy 56 W. Bonham. Pastor: Steven Luton, 903-583-4346
GRACE METHODIST CHURCH BONHAM A GLOBAL METHODIST CONGREGATION Genesis 1:1 to Revelation 12-18-1822:21 Nothing added. Nothing Subtracted. The Holy Bible in conservative Wesley Tradition Interested? Come Join us at Grace Methodist/Bonham 1205 Albert Broadfoot St. Bonham, TX Services - Sundays 10:15 a.m. For More information: info@bonhamgrace.com • 903-494-0227
Sunday Services at 10:45 • Women’s Bible Study Tuesdays 6:45 Young Adults Bible Study Wednesdays @ 6:30
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3375 S o u t h h w y 121 - B o n h a m 903-583-1671 ● P a S t o r K e v i n L a n e Apostolic
New Life Holiness Church of Jesus Christ 210 Hamilton St, Trenton, TX 903-818-8412 Pentecostal Church of Jesus Christ 107 N. Elm St. Leonard, Texas 75452 (903) 227-6195
Assembly of God
First Assembly of God, Bonham 1650 N. Center Bonham, TX 75418 (903) 583-5883 Leonard First Assembly of God, 108 Pecan Leonard, Texas 469-450-9777 New Hope Assembly of God of Whitewright, TX Corner of Spruce & Bond 903-364-2150
Baptist
Allen’s Point Baptist Church 310 CR 2775 Honey Grove, TX 75446 903-378-7038 Bailey Bible Baptist Church 205 Leslie Bailey, Texas 75413
Fannin County Baptist
Honey Grove Cowboy Church 3050 Hwy 100 North Honey Grove, TX Iglesia Bautista Sublime Gracia 1713 Oriental St, Bonham, TX 75418 469-604-6040
Congregational
First Congregational Church-corner of Ivanhoe Baptist Church 4063 NO.FM 273 Hwy 121 and W 13th St. PO Box 386 Bonham, TX 75418 903-449-4914 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 (903)583-2359
Episcopal Joyful Light Baptist Church 4695 FM 2645 Savoy, TX 75418 903-436-5440 Holy Trinity Episcopal Church 623 Star Street (W 7th & Star Street) Lamasco Baptist Church 346 CR 2615 682-201-8795 Telephone, Texas 75488 The Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints
Landmark Missionary Baptist Church The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter1409 W. Market St. Honey Grove, Texas day Saints, Bonham 1540 S Hwy 78 75446 (615) 448-8802 (972) 880-1412
Bethlehem Baptist Church “The House of Bread” 1415 Franklin Avenue, Bonham, TX 7541 Office: 903-583-8061 Little Bethel Baptist Church PO Box 63 Ladonia, Texas 75449 Bois D’Arc Creek Cowboy Church Phone (903)367-7708 Hwy 121 & Edhube Road 903-583-1671 Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Rt 1 Box Boyd Baptist Church 3707 St. Hwy. 101B, PO Box 73, Ladonia, Texas 78 N Bonham, Texas Phone (903) 75449 Phone (903)367-7009 583-7288 New Home Baptist Church 1300 N Calvary Baptist Church 913 S. 5th St Maple St. Bonham 903-583-4509 Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-3910 Central Baptist Church (Fundmental, Independent) 709 Union Ave. Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 505-4124
Christian
First Christian Church of Bonham 701 N Main Street Bonham, TX 75418 903.583.2227
New Zion Baptist Church 627 County Road 1265 Bonham, TX 75418 903-961-2027
Pilgram Rest Baptist Church 703 Agusta St. Trenton, Texas
Corinth Baptist Church 277 CR 1150 N. Ravenna Baptist Church 100 Elm Street of Bonham on Highway 78 903 583 2750 Ravenna, Texas 75476
Lutheran
St. James Lutheran Church 14394 E FM 1396 Windom Tx 75492 Phone: 903-583-5155
Methodist
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 TrenCross Point Baptist Church 22025 Rising Son Cowboy Church 1526 CR ton 211 North Second Street @ Hunt S. Hwy. 78 Leonard 214-551-4707 2010 Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-640-3377 Trenton, TX 75490 903-989-2378 Dial Baptist Church 16816 FM 1550 Sandy Baptist Church Ravenna, Texas First United Methodist Church of BonHoney Grove, TX 75446 903-378-7070 75476 (903) 583-9546 ham 801 Star Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-3314 Seventh & Main Baptist Church 617 Duplex Baptist Church 313 CR 2102 N. Main Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) Ivanhoe, Texas 75447 903-664-3175 Grace Methodist Church 583-8679 2430 Albert Broadfoot, Bonham Ector Baptist Church P.O. Box 248 903-494-0227 Sovereign Grace Baptist Church 601 S. Ector, Texas 75439 (903) 961-2175 4th St. Bonham, TX 469-207-1141 Marvin United Methodist Church Edhube Baptist Church 595 FM 2815 Telephone Baptist Church located on FM 273 Office Phone 903-364-2411 FM 898 E Bonham, TX 75418 903-583-2840 in Telephone Office phone: 903-664-2377 Whitewright, Texas Elwood Baptist Intersection of CR 2125 Primera Iglesia Baustia Hispana 1134 FM Mulberry United Methodist Church, and CR 2544 near Ivanhoe, Texas 273 Bonham, Texas 75418 903-583-5727 5638 FM 274, Ravenna, TX 75476, phone 1-888-311-8508 Trinity Baptist Church 219 W. Denison Faith Independent Baptist Church Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-3388 McKenzie United Methodist Church 12676 W Hwy 82 Savoy, Tx 75479 903-818-7312 Union Baptist Church 682 CR 1105 PO 701 N. 7th Street Honey Grove, TX 75446 (903) 203-4455 Box 118 Ravenna,TX 75476 First Baptist Church of Bailey Valley Creek Baptist Church 3615 FM PO Box 221 Bailey, Texas 75413 896, Leonard, TX 75452 903-587-2386 Windom United Methodist Church (903) 583-0732 207 Second Street PO Box 936 Westside Baptist Church 912 W. Commerce Windom, TX 75492 940-390-0146 First Baptist Church of Bonham 710 N. St. Honey Grove, Texas 75446 903-249-2987 West Shady Grove Baptist Church Center Bonham, Texas 75418 Pleasant Grove CME Church box 34 13665 East Line Road Trenton, TX 903-583-8519 Ladonia TX 75449 Hwy 64 903-367-7870 First Baptist Church of Dodd City PO Box 47 Dodd City, Texas 75438-0047 (903)583-4465
Windom Baptist Church 203 1st Street Windom, TX 75492 (903) 623-2215
St. Paul CME Church 801 E. 6th St. Bonham, TX 75418 903-864-8768
Wild Horse Creek Cowboy Church 2992 CR 2285 Telephone, Texas 75488 903-486-1630 Virginia Point United Methodist Church First Baptist Church of Honey Grove 1386 CR 1200 Savoy, TX Catholic PO Box 124 Honey Grove, Texas 75446 St. Elizabeth Catholic Church corner of 10th Non-Denominational (903)378-2768 & Maple Bonham, TX office 903-583-7734 Golden Gospel Church 4435 County First Baptist Church of Ladonia 301 Road 2610 in Bonham, Texas Pastor East Main Ladonia, Texas 75449-100 Robbins (903) 486-2145 Pastor Lightfoot Church of Christ (903)367-7038 (469) 432-7007 First Baptist Church of Leonard 100 East Thomas St. [PO Box 1146] Leonard, TX 75452 (903) 587-2250
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 Honey Grove Church Of Christ - 403 W. First Baptist Church of Pecan Gap PO Box 100 Pecan Gap, Texas 75469 Main St. Honey Grove, 903-227-2606 Ivanhoe Church of Christ P.O. Box 322(903)359-6683 290 CR 2040 Ivanhoe, TX 75447 First Baptist Church of Randolph Katy Blvd Church of Christ 411 Katy PO Box 14 Randolph, Texas 75475 Blvd Bonham, TX 75418 706-294-5996 (903)583-6900 Midway Church of Christ Hwy 56 W First Baptist Church of Savoy .O. Box Bonham 903 583 3989 177 Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) 965-4160 Northside Church of Christ 2020 N. Center Bonham, Texas 75418 (903)583-3484 First Baptist Church of Trenton PO Box 157 Trenton, Texas 75490 Oak Ridge Church of Christ 10368 E FM (903)989-2319 1550 Ladonia, Texas 75449 903 583 0849
Greater Joy Fellowship Hwy. 121 & W 13th, Bonham, TX (meeting in First Con. Methodist Church Bldg. Sun. 5 PM)
The Way Christian Fellowship. 308 E Fowler St, Savoy Tx 75479
Pentecostal
SR Church P.C.G. 1850 S HWY 121 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 640-3025
Presbyterian
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
Savoy Church of Christ First Fannin Baptist Hispanic Church Rt. 4 Box 10 Bonham, Texas 75418 (903) 583-5727 P.O. Box 212 Savoy, (903) 965-7344 United Pentecostal Trenton Church of Christ 101 W. Saunders Calvary United Pentecostal Church 1190 Gober Baptist Church P.O. Box 82 St. Trenton, TX 75490 903-989-2446 Hwy 56 W Bonham Texas 903-583-4346 Wolfe City, Texas 75496 (903) 583-2378
Grace Reformed Baptist Church 2800 10th St Honey Grove TX gracerbcbonham.com Gathering Tine Cabin Ministry 487 CR 2105 Ivanhoe, TX 903-449-0180
Church of God
Bonham Living Word Church of God- 699 E Hwy 82 Bonham,TX 75418 Phone: (903) 583-5655 Lannius Church of God 2803 Hwy 897 Dodd City, TX 75438 903-623-3007
United Pentecostal Church P.O. Box 216 Savoy, Texas 75479 (903) 965-4627 Peace Tabernacle UPC 16020 CR 635 Trenton, Texas (972) 752-4054
Prayer for Fannin County If you would like to join others in regular prayer for FanninCounty,you are Welcome: 2nd Tues., 3rd Tues., 4th Tues., 5th Tues. @ Noon. Bonham Historic Depot, 1 N. Center Street, Bonham. For more info: Text Sharon Terry, 903-227-3834.
Redeeming The Time
Calvary Baptist Church Bonham, Texas Today I begin my 64th trip around the sun. I have been on this earth for 22,995 days. That is 551,880 hours. That means I have been alive 33,112,800 minutes. It’s rather sobering to think of it that way. However, it does make me think about the verse that says, “Redeem[ing] the time, because the days are evil.” This verse essentially challenges me to make the most of every moment God
gives me - every opportunity he gives me in this day where evil abounds. There is no shortage of darkness in this world, but very precious little light. I recommit my life this day to, “let [my] light shine before men, that they may see [my] good works, and glorify [my] Father which is in heaven.” (Matthew 5:16) Spending this Lord’s Day with you all is the best way I can think of to celebrate this day. Beginning each week among
the Lord’s people at church is always a great way to refocus our lives on Jesus and reorder – re prioritize our days on this earth. The Lord’s Day is a great day to set down a fresh marker in your life that declares the Lordship of Jesus over your life and a fresh commitment to honor and glorify His precious Name. Let’s do it together today! For His Glory, Lyn and Lissa
Fear Does Not Have the Last Word
Hello everyone! This week’s devotion comes from 2 Timothy 1:6-18. In this passage, the apostle Paul is encouraging Timothy to remain faithful to God, always have courage, and never be ashamed of Jesus Christ or the Gospel, even when following the Lord brings hardships. First, in verse 6, we see that Paul tells Timothy to “stir up the gift of God” that was within him. This means that he should never let his God-given calling become weak or neglected. The reason why can be found in verse 7, which tells us, “For God hath not given us a spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” God gives the believer courage, love, spiritual strength, and self-control. We should never let fear hold us back from doing what the Lord has called us to do. Next, in verses 8-10, Paul reminds Timothy to never be ashamed of Jesus (see Luke 9:26). God has saved us and called us with a holy calling, not because of our own merit, but because of His mercy and grace. In verses 11 & 12, we see Paul’s
confidence in Jesus Christ. Paul explains his appointing as a preacher, apostle, and teacher of the Gospel. Yes, his ministry brought him much suffering, yet he was not ashamed (see Romans 1:16). Paul’s confidence is not in himself, but rather in Jesus Christ. You may not know what tomorrow may hold, but you can certainly know who holds you. In verses 13-14, Paul reminds Timothy to hold fast to the truth he has been taught and to keep the good thing that he has been trusted with. This means than we should never abandon the truth of God when we are pressured by the world to compromise. Lastly, we see the faithfulness and loyalty of Onesiphorus to Paul. Paul asks the Lord to show mercy to him because of his faithful service. In summary, this passage is a call to courage and faithfulness. We should never let fear keep us silent, never be ashamed of Jesus Christ, and hold firmly to His truth. We are to use the gifts He has given us, and to remain faithful even when our walk with Him
brings hardships. Fear does not have the last word, but Jesus, and only Jesus, does. In 1833, Charles W. Everest wrote this classic hymn that comes from the message in this passage. “Take up thy cross,” the Savior said, “if thou wouldst my disciple be; deny thyself, the world forsake, and humbly follow after Me.” Take up thy cross, let not its weight fill thy weak spirit with alarm; His strength shall bear thy spirit up, and brace thy heart, and nerve thine arm. Take up thy cross, nor heed the shame, nor let thy foolish pride rebel; thy Lord for thee the cross endured, to save thy soul from death and hell.” If you are looking for a 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
The Conditions Of Pardon
By Mike Dickison Minister for the Ivanhoe Church of Christ
When we fail or do the wrong action, we want to be pardoned. In times of mistakes, we want others to forgive or overlook. God gives pardon and he gives forgiveness, but the Creator has conditions. We find that “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). God requires faith. Jesus emphatically stated, “Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me” (John 14:1). Christ also stated, “ye shall die in your sins: for if ye believe not that I am he, ye shall die in your sins” (John 8:24). Again, the Lord said, “that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life” (John 3:16). Is faith the only requirement? No, we are also told, “Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only” (James 2:24). Jesus spoke about another
requirement, repentance. The son of God said, “but, except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish” (Luke 13:3). After the death, burial, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus, Peter preach the first gospel sermon about the death, burial, and resurrection of the Lord, and when the crowd asked, “what shall we do?” (Acts 2:37), “Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins” (Acts 2:38). Again, Peter said, “Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out” (Acts 3:19). Paul preached that God, “now commandeth all men everywhere to repent” (Acts 17:30). The Lord required confession as a condition of salvation. “Whosoever therefore shall confess me before men, him will I confess also before my Father which is in heaven” (Matthew 10:32). Paul wrote “That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved” (Romans 10:9). The belief and
confession is of the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus, the son of God. Christ required baptism as a condition of pardon. “He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned” (Mark 16:16). Jesus authorized baptism by saying, “Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost” (Matthew 28:19). Peter asked, “Can any man forbid water, that these should not be baptized, which have received the Holy Ghost as well as we?” and then “commanded them to be baptized in the name of the Lord” (Acts 10:47-48). Saul was told by Annanias, “And now why tarriest thou? arise, and be baptized, and wash away thy sins, calling on the name of the Lord” (Acts 22:16). Faith, repentance, confession, and baptism are not contrary one to another, but the Lord sets them forth as a condition of pardon. If Jesus is the King of kings and Lord of lords, then let us follow him and the conditions that He has set down.
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FSBO Excellent retirement place. 27 acres, 2 houses, small lake, timber creek, near Bonham. Was $871, 450, now $696,500. Call: 903-814-8620
HOUSE FOR RENT ON 1 ACRE 3 Bedrooms, 2 baths. Office/Den, Large dine-in kitchen. 994 CR 4700, Trenton Bonham schools. $1600/mo. + $1600/dep. Pets negotiable 903-201-0116
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FLEX BASE 6 Yards Flex Base: $350 1-½” Crusher Run: $400 PeaGravel: $450 Shredded Tree Mulch: $200 FREE Delivery in Fannin County! Also available: Other landscape materials. After hours and weekend deliveries available. Call for details! 469-585-9167
REAL ESTATE APARTMENT FOR RENT 2BR/1BA 310 W 9th, Bonham $825 mo. $800 dep. Text 214-938-1367 if interested.
OFFICES FOR RENT: 520 S. Center Bonham, TX 75418 2 offices, bathroom & storage area, Plenty of parking space. $750 per month. (utilities not included) Call or text 903-583-0108. BillBuysHouses.com Buying homes As Is Since ‘91. Also buys lots, land & Manuf. Homes 214.478.8979
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Notice to Creditors of THE ESTATE OF ZENO LOCKETT, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary upon the Estate of ZENO LOCKETT, Deceased, were granted to the undersigned on the 21st of JULY 2026 by the Probate Court of Collin County, Texas. All persons having claims against said estate are hereby required to present the same to ENZEKKA S LOCKETT within the time prescribed by law. My address is 5000 Quorum Drive Suite 150 Dallas, Texas 75254 Executor of the Estate of Zeno Lockett, Deceased. CAUSE NO. PR-2026-13561
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PINE RUN APARTMENTS Now taking applications for 1 & 2 bedroom apartments. Please call 903-378-7146 123 ACRES FOR SALE in FANNIN COUNTY On Highway 11 near Wolfe City. Ponds, barns, gravel roads. $3.9 million. 214-803-6214 FOR LEASE: 4 bdr, 3 ½ baths. Large fenced yard adjoining Legacy Ridge Golf Course. 2020 Arbor Bend St, Bonham. Text Karen @214-460-2877
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LEGAL NOTICE CITY OF DODD CITY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR BUDGET The City of Dodd City (City) City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2026-2027 fiscal year budget on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at 7:00 p.m., at City Hall/Community Center, 304 South Caney Street, Dodd City, Texas. The public is encouraged to review the City’s proposed budget on the City of Dodd City website at www.cityofdoddcity.org or view a paper copy of the budget in the City Secretary’s Office. This budget will raise more total property taxes than last year’s budget by $22,007, or 25.78%, and of that amount $1,188.42, is tax revenue from new property added to the tax roll this year. The public may comment by providing written comments either through the mail or email to the addresses below. Any written comments will be included with information provided to the City Council for their consideration. Members of the public are encouraged to provide input through any means available and/or to participate in the public hearing. Citizens may email citysecretary@ cityofdoddcity.org or mail to the City Secretary’s Office at PO BOX 129, Dodd City, Texas 75438-0129. Persons with disabilities that wish to attend this meeting and need assistance should contact Ms. Suzie Weeks, City Secretary, at 903.583.7710 to arrange for assistance. Individuals who require auxiliary aids or services for the meeting or persons with Limited English Proficiency who need assistance should contact Ms. Weeks at least two days before the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Jackey Lackey, Mayor Pro-tem, City of Dodd City. Pub: 8/18/2026
TO THE RESIDENTS AND TAXPAYERS OF FANNIN FARMS MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF FANNIN COUNTY 8/18/26 AND ALL OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS:
Notice is hereby given that the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Fannin Farms Municipal Utility District of Fannin County (the “District”), at a meeting of said Board held on August 4, 2026, established an additional meeting place outside the boundaries of the District at 6221 Southwest Boulevard, Benbrook, Texas 76132. The meeting location is hereby declared to be a public place and the public is invited to attend any meeting of the Board. Additionally, pursuant to Section 49.062(b), Texas Water Code, the meeting location is not located within ten (10) miles of the District, as such location is a more costeffective meeting location than locations within ten (10) miles of the District. FANNIN FARMS MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF FANNIN COUNTY ATTEST: /s/ Cathy Cole Secretary, Board of Directors
/s/ Jamie Johnson Vice President, Board of Directors
PUBLIC NOTICE OF PROPOSAL REQUEST
Notice is hereby given to all interested parties that the Fannin County Commissioners Court will accept sealed proposals for security services for the Fannin County Justice Center. Proposals can be mailed or dropped off at below location or can be electronically sent to purchasing@fanninco.net. 8/18/26 Specifications may be obtained from: Mailing Address and Drop Off Location: Lee Swafford Purchasing Agent 101 E. Sam Rayburn Dr. Suite 313 Bonham, TX 75418 Fannin County – Security Services – RFB# 2026-004 Sealed proposals must be filed in the Purchasing Agents office before 3:00p.m., August 24, 2026 or said proposals will not be considered. Proposals shall be opened on August 24, 2026 at 3:15p.m. in the Fannin County Purchasing Agents office, 101 E. Sam Rayburn Dr. Suite 313, Bonham, TX 75418. Fannin County Commissioners Court reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
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Distracted driving and speeding put school children at risk
After more than 3,200 traffic crashes in school zones or involving school buses last year, Texans are reminded to drive safe and smart
Aug. 7, 2026 Why this matters • Traffic crashes in Texas school zones increased 12% from 2024 to 2025. As kids
across the state head back to school this month, TxDOT is reminding drivers to slow down and stay alert around schools to help prevent crashes and save lives.
PARIS – While kids and families are gathering school supplies, Texas drivers should be gearing up for the return of school-related traffic. That
means paying extra attention in school zones and always driving like a Texan: kind, courteous and safe. Crashes rising in Texas school zones
School zones can be chaotic places, with people in a rush and children not always watching for cars while they hop on and off buses or in and out of cars. Drivers can become impatient or distracted, which leads to mistakes. In 2025, there were 877 traffic crashes in Texas school zones, a 12% increase from the previous year. Also last year, 2,358 collisions involved school buses. Distracted driving and speeding were the most common contributing factors in these crashes. To help keep kids safe, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is urging drivers to slow down, avoid distractions and follow the rules of the road during its Be Safe. Drive Smart. Back to School campaign. Parents and guardians can also help teach their kids about ways to stay safe when walking or biking to school. •In the Paris District in 2025, there were 13 traffic crashes in school zones, resulting in no fatalities and no serious injuries. Tips for driving in school zones • Look for flashing school zone lights in the morning and afternoon and obey school zone speed limits. Traffic fines increase in school zones. • Stay alert and put your phone out of reach. Using a handheld electronic device while driving in an active school zone is against the law. • Stop and yield the right of way to pedestrians and other vulnerable road users in crosswalks. The Lisa Torry Smith Act of 2021 protects people in crosswalks and enhanced the penalties for failing to follow the law. Seriously injuring someone who is lawfully in a crosswalk is now a state jail felony. • Know where to go. Drop off and pick up your kids in your school’s designated areas, not the middle of the street. • Be on the lookout for children gathered at bus stops. • Watch out for kids who might dart across the street or between vehicles. Tips for sharing the road with school buses • Follow school buses at a safe distance. Remember they make frequent stops. • Keep an eye out for children exiting the bus and crossing the street. • Stop for school buses. Do not pass a school bus if you see flashing red lights or an extended stop sign, regardless of which direction you’re headed, unless the bus is on the opposite side of a divided highway. Continue once the bus has moved, the lights stop flashing or the bus driver signals it’s okay to pass. • Violations can result in a fine of up to $1,250 for a first offense. Tips for children walking or biking to school • Use sidewalks. If there’s not one, it’s best to walk on the left side of the street, facing traffic. • Cross the street only at intersections or crosswalks. Wait for the walk signal and look left, right and left again before crossing. • Pay close attention to crossing guards and obey their instructions. • Make eye contact with drivers before crossing the street. Never assume a driver sees you. • Always wear a helmet when riding a bicycle or scooter. • Stay alert. Phones or other devices are distracting and can take your eyes and ears off the road. Be Safe. Drive Smart. is an important part of TxDOT’s Drive like a Texan: Kind. Courteous. Safe. initiative. Drive like a Texan is about embracing the pride, camaraderie and responsibility of being a Texan on the road. By making thoughtful choices, we can all help keep each other safe. Learn more at DriveLikeATexan. com
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Hayes Equine August 2026 Newsletter
Gnat And Fly Problems In The Horse Gnats and Ear Trauma
Because of the spring rains, the gnats are abundant this year, especially if your pastures are by a creek and trees. We have seen many cases of self-inflicted ear trauma because of an allergy to the gnat bites on the inside of the ear. The gnats are biting all horse’s ears but is a greater problem for the horse if it has the insect bite hypersensitivity. This horse itches his ear on a tree branch or other object causing cuts to the skin on the inside of the ear. The inside of the ear becomes raw, draining and painful. This summer we have seen three horses with hematomas of the ear. When the gnats are swarming and biting the inside ear, the horse shakes its head so violently that it ruptures a blood vessel under the skin of the ear, causing a hematoma and a thick swollen ear. This requires lancing the ear skin to remove the blood clots and stitching the ear skin back down. Of utmost importance is gnat control. A fly mask with ears or an ear bonnet worn 24/7 is a must to help prevent the gnats from
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biting inside the ears. Applying insect repellant ointments or liquids on the inside of the ears to help repel the gnats; Swat, MTG (available at Tractor Supply), Deep Woods Off or Repel, Skin so Soft, our ear tick medicine, Ichthammol, and XO. Continue gnat treatment until a frost kills them in November. For those horses with an insect bite hypersensitivity allergy rubbing their tails, manes, belly, or chest, gnat control is also necessary. You must apply repellents twice a day 6:30am at dawn and 7:30pm at dusk because that’s when the gnats and small black flies are biting. Fly sprays work better on flies not so good on gnats. Diluted Skin so Soft, MTG oil, natural fly sprays Equi Shield work well because they are oily and fragrant. Repel or Deep Woods Off with Deet is effective. Boogie insect repellant lotion from the pepper plant works well on the belly. Treatment also involves a cortisone shot and antihistamine powder to stop the itching. Stable Fly Problems If you have a bad fly problem, it will take a while and stable management changes to get it under control. First look at how you dispose of your manure. That is where the flies lay eggs and hatch. Compost manure away from the barn. A big high pile reduces the surface area available to flies and heats up killing the eggs. Having the manure removed from the property is best. Feed through supplements such as Solitude or 707 Multi Fly contain growth inhibitors break the life cycle of the stable and house flies in the manure. If you start now with that it will prevent new flies, but you are still dealing with the older fly population (lifespan of 30 days) so it will take a month before you see a reduction in flies. Putting Fly predators on manure out in the pastures, compost pile, and stalls is effective at keeping the fly population reduced. They must be started in March/April and reapplied every 3-4 weeks for best results. It is too late for them to be very effective this summer. Feed thru growth inhibitors can be used simultaneously as it will not harm the adult fly predators, but the chemical in a barn fly spray system will kill them. Fly traps need to be hung outside the barn. It attracts flies so If you hang them in the barn, you bring the flies in. Sticky paper fly strips can be hung in the barn. Some barns use Golden Malrin fly bait on an empty feed sack or scatter it on the floor of the aisle way. If you have a fly problem, be watchful for draining eyes or cuts on your horse. The flies are attracted to these areas where they lay eggs. From this, the Habronema larvae develop causing a summer sore in the corners of the eyes or in a cut. Keep a fly mask on 24/7 and bandage cuts to prevent a summer sore. Cuts that cannot be bandaged can be treated with scarlet oil spray, Aluspray, or Silver Honey which work also as a coating fly repellent. Treatment of summer sores is difficult requiring surgery and injections into the lesions. Nothing works on the big black horse flies except your hand. The screw worm fly cases are at the south Texas/ Mexico border counties. Because of diligent sterile fly release and quarantine programs, they have been contained and have not migrated to north Texas. Hayes Equine
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hustle, teamwork and always giving 110 percent. I was an allstar center fielder and a lousy hitter. The fielding, however, always insured I played every game and I always batted 9th. There was a boy named Wendell that I grew up with and he was known for his hitting! He was twice the size of every
other kid on the team. Pitchers lived in fear of facing Wendell. He held the home run record at Del Murray Field in Ft. Worth, until it closed down 50 years ago. He was alone at the games; he never had parents, brothers, sisters or anyone to watch his games. Because of his home run power hitting and his kind, gentle nature
all the other parents and kids looked out for him and of course, cheered him on. The only self-esteem he received that I could tell was from baseball. I can still see his large frame, large arms and neck and his short stubby legs running the base line, after he had hit another home run. Most of all I remember his smile. A big
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