The proposed project consists of the reconstruction and widening of SH 5 for the 7.2-mile project area in the cities of McKinney and Fairview.

Pet vaccinations June 27

2:00 p.m. Thursday, June 4 at Bonham City Hall and via teleconference

In this photograph, the two-mile long dam for Bois d'Arc Lake is to the right, with Lake Bonham in the distance. aerial photography by Mike Porter

Report: May 28, 300 BL Glen Oaks Rd., Reporting Officer – Cpl. Benjamin Ray. A call for service was received in reference to Credit/Debit Card Abuse.

This year the city is allowing Bonham businesses to have a sidewalk sale along with yard sales during the Hwy 82/287 Sale. That means that you will be able to shop for treasures at yard sales, Trades Day, and on the sidewalks of downtown Bonham. Business that have agreed to have sidewalk sales on Friday, June 5 and Saturday, June 6 are: Blessings and Butterflies, My Clutter, EL Finney’s General Store, Just Gotta Have It, Village Antiques and Uniques, The Cotton Mill, Henson Creek & T on the Square, Mustard Seed, as well as Rebel Roots. This sale is along the Red River Valley member cities from Clarksville to Seymour. So many sales, so little time.

The patients are in their 20’s, 40’s, 50’s, and 60’s. Seven confirmed cases are currently isolated at home and one hospitalized. Six of the newest confirmed cases are from Sherman, one is from Bells, and one is from Denison.

For the first time since the onset of the pandemic more than two months ago, Fannin County Commissioners Court convened in Bonham City Hall where chairs for guests and commissioners were appropriately distanced. The meeting was also a teleconference via Zoom.

The Tag Office in Bonham will be processing Title Applications and Specialty Plate Applications by appointment only. To make an appointment, please call 903-583-7493.

The patients are in their 40’s, 50’s, 60’s and 70’s. All four confirmed cases are currently isolated at home. Three of the newest confirmed cases are from Sherman and one is from Whitewright.

Lamar County has been notified of an additional 5 COVID-19 cases. The consist of a 30-year-old female, 37-year-old female, 42-year-old female, 44-year-old female, and 69-year-old female.

9:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 2 at Bonham City Hall and via teleconference

Please submit a resume to the USDA/Hunt County Service Center, 5522 Highway 224 Greenville, TX 75401. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Notice is hereby given that the Bois d'Arc Lake Zoning Commission of Fannin County, Texas will hold a public hearing starting at 9:00 a.m., Thursday, June 18, 2020 at the City of Bonham Council Chambers at the Bonham City Hall, located at 514 Chestnut Street, Bonham, TX 75418. You can also participate via teleconference.

Fannin County Commissioners Court will consider the Lake Trail Estates Subdivision application and take any necessary actions on the application. All interested citizens of the County are invited to attend and participate in the public hearing.

Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones.

The patients are in their 30's, 40's, 50's, 60's, 70's and 80's. Three of the confirmed cases are currently isolated at home and three are hospitalized. Three of the newest confirmed cases are from Sherman, two are from Denison, and one is from Whitewright.

They consist of a 22-year-old male, 25-year-old male, 31-year-old male, 32-year-old male, 38-year-old female, 39-year-old female, 58-year-old male.

Of the 1,604 team members who work at the facility and were tested, 326 tested positive. The total comprises 211 individuals who were tested by the Texas Division of Emergency Management with the National Guard onsite May 13 and 14. The additional 115 were tested when seeking care through their own health care providers. Team members who test positive receive paid leave and may return to work only when they have met the criteria established by both the CDC and Tyson.

The power line crossing Bois d’Arc Lake is nearing completion. photo by Jarrett Tucker

Three cases were reported by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), two by a Bonham long-term care faculty administrator, one by the patient's private healthcare provider and one by the Fannin County Sheriff's Office. We now have a total of 45 test-proven COVID-19 cases in Fannin County while our deaths remain at two.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the availability of $900,000 for local governments to host a Community Compost and Food Waste Reduction (CCFWR) pilot project for fiscal year (FY) 2020.

Report: May 20, 400 BL Morgan St., Arresting Officer – Cpl. Kolton Phillips. A 41-year-old male was arrested for Possession of Controlled Substance and Tampering with Physical Evidence.

Lamar County has had a total of 11 COVID-19 related deaths; eight deaths are associated with Paris Healthcare Center, one death is associated with Stillhouse Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center and two deaths are unrelated. As of Saturday, May 27, 2020, Lamar County has been notified of an additional two COVID-19 cases which are an 18-year-old female and a 44-year-old male.

By the numbers, Fannin County and Texas have remained fairly well buffered from the tragic effects of the SARS-2 Coronavirus when compared to the United States as a whole.

"Sam Johnson was a fearless patriot and an American hero, and we are incredibly proud and fortunate to have called him a fellow Texan." -- Texas Governor Greg Abbott

"Sandy and I join Texans in mourning an American hero, a true statesman, and a close friend," said Sen. Cornyn.

"I think we're living in a new normal," said Lisa Hermes, President and CEO of the McKinney Chamber of Commerce. "Most people probably aren't ready to go out to a crowded restaurant or sit down at a bar next to a stranger. The Chamber is trying to help these businesses adapt to this new normal we now live in."

Commissioners voted to resume public meetings in city hall beginning with the regular meeting June 2, but encouraged the public to interact via Zoom. Texas Association of Counties legal council advises that the court can enforce social distancing guidelines by limiting attendance, if necessary. A large crowd is anticipated for a public hearing for Lake Trail Estates set June 18 before Bois d'Arc Lake Zoning Commission, as well as the second public hearing regarding Lake Trail Estates before Fannin County Commissioners Court on June 23.

McKinney residents and stakeholders are invited to provide feedback as City of McKinney staff prepare the city's budget for Fiscal Year 2021 (FY21), which runs Oct. 1, 2020 – Sept. 30, 2021.

All seven confirmed cases are currently isolated at home. Six of the newest confirmed cases are from Sherman and one is from Sadler. Six of the new confirmed cases have had close contact with another confirmed case.

With this proclamation, water parks, recreational sport programs for adults, driver education programs, and food-court dining areas within shopping malls can begin operations with limited occupancy or regulations to protect the health and safety of Texans.

The Willow Wild Cemetery Association board is pleased to partner with our landscaping and mowing service to conduct a thorough clean-up of the entire cemetery on Wednesday, May 27.

U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) released the following statement today after U.S. Attorney Joseph D. Brown announced his resignation from the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Texas.

Bois d'Arc Lake Zoning Commission voted to move forward with a public hearing regarding Lake Trail Estates north of Bonham. The public hearing before the zoning commission is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. Thursday, June 18, 2020 and is expected to be held at Bonham City Hall.

Tuesday, May 26 - We serve until it's gone!

Teleconference begins 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 26

Each year at Memorial Day weekend Oakwood Cemetery Association members and other volunteers place flags on the graves of veterans buried at Oakwood. This year flags have been placed on graves of 609 veterans.

The Grayson County Health Department (GCHD) has confirmed four additional positive cases of COVID-19 within Grayson County. The patients are in their 30's, 50's, and 70's. Two confirmed cases are currently isolated at home and two hospitalized. Three of the newest confirmed cases are from Sherman and one is from Collinsville. Three of the new confirmed cases have had close contact with another confirmed case.