Today, the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), the largest government employee union representing Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) workers, applauded the announcement by the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee that it would block the confirmation of the nine-member Asset and Infrastructure Review (AIR) Commission that would have considered closing and privatizing a large portion of the current VA health care system.

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is proposing to widen FM 2931 from US 380 to FM 428 in Denton County, Texas. This notice advises the public that TxDOT will be conducting an in-person and online virtual public hearing on the proposed project. The same information will be available at both the in-person and virtual hearings.

For more than three decades, Addison Kaboom Town! has thrilled fans with its unparalleled 30-minute fireworks show choreographed to a patriotic soundtrack that is radio simulcast to hundreds of thousands of fans across the 4.4-square-mile town. Book an Addison Kaboom Town! hotel package and enjoy quality accommodations, a complimentary blanket and guaranteed admission for up to 6.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott today announced GlobiTech, Incorporated ("GlobiTech") will establish an additional manufacturing facility in Sherman, Texas. GlobiTech, a subsidiary of Taiwan-based GlobalWafers Co., Ltd., provides silicon epitaxy products and services to the worldwide semiconductor industry. This project will create 1,500 new jobs and generate billions of dollars in capital investment. A Texas Enterprise Fund (TEF) grant of $15 million has been extended to GlobiTech. In addition, GlobiTech has been offered a $10,000 Veteran Created Job Bonus.

As Fannin County waits for Upper Trinity Regional Water District to develop and announce a Shoreline Management Plan for Lake Ralph Hall, the unique responsibility to devise a 5,000-foot zone around the lake that promotes economic development, preserves water quality and protects the best interests of the local residents falls on the shoulders of Lake Ralph Hall Zoning Commission.

"The Board of Directors is excited to announce that Aaron Werner has joined Visit McKinney as our new Executive Director," said Vince Vittatoe, VM Board Chair. "Aaron returns to McKinney with plans for even higher levels of achievement as the department continues to attract leisure visitors, conferences, and business travelers to our incredible city."

Emma Trent, Program Coordinator at Sam Rayburn Museum in Bonham, and Stacie Flood, Stacie Flood, Assistant Site Manager at Sam Rayburn House State Historic Site, will be in the Civic Auditorium at Allen Public Library June 30, 2022, to discuss the life and legacy of longtime Speaker of the House Sam Rayburn.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Bob Borochoff, Phillip Holt, and Deborah Scanlon and appointed Marty Green to the Finance Commission of Texas for terms set to expire on February 1, 2028.

9:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 28, 2022

The Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery will host a monument dedication Saturday, July 9, 2022, at 10 a.m., in honor of the Chosin Few, accompanied by a reception immediately following. The monument, created and organized by Metroplex Military Charitable Trust, honors those who fought and died during the Battle of Chosin, a two-week-long conflict in 1950 during the Korean War.

Here's a look at work planned in Fannin and Grayson counties for the week starting June 27, 2022.

If you want to learn how to identify the birds of North Texas, the "Little Sit" is the perfect way to start. Modeled after Cornell's "Big Sit," a group of dedicated birders meet once a month at the end of Pad H on the West side of Hagerman NWR. NOTE: The water crossing at Bennett Lane may be closed; Pad H may only be accessible via Route 901 in Sadler.

DAV (Disabled American Veterans) and RecruitMilitary® will co-host the National Viurtal All Veterans Job Fair, June 28 from 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. EDT. The event is free to veterans, their spouses, active-duty military personnel and members of the National Guard and Reserve.

Do you enjoy working outside, mowing, sprucing up hiking trails, trimming and removing brush and general cleanup? Join the Outdoor Crew at Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge.

On June 1, 2022 Wesley Partners Senior Living acquired the Woodmoore Assisted Living and Woodmoore Village in Bonham, Texas. As with many acquisitions the expectation is to prepare for change, however, in this instance the biggest change may be only in name. According to Wesley Partners management, they hope the biggest change residents and their families will notice is the name change of the community to Wesley House.

Food trucks, car show, carnival, live music and fireworks!

$8,000 sign-on bonus for LVNs, 12 paid holidays per year, health/life insurance,13-26 vacation days per year, and 13 days of sick leave per year

Starting salary is $45,233.76/Yr. (19.77/Hr.) Applications and testing information may be obtained from the Human Resources Dept at Bonham City Hall or online.

Rock & Fossil Day at The Sherman Museum has been postponed until fall.

Learn to collect and store rainwater. Fannin County Master Gardeners are hosting a make-and-take seminar on rainwater harvesting practices and ways to incorporate rainwater collection into your residential landscaping. Following the program given by Extension Program Specialist Dean Minchillo, participants will make a rain barrel for their own use.

Report: June 15, 2022 – 1100 BL E. 6th St., Arresting Officer – Det. Kolton Phillips. A 58-year-old male was arrested for Man Del CS and Man Del Marijuana.

The Bonham Public Library Board and Staff are pleased to welcome new Library Director Jennifer Reeves.

3:00 p.m. Friday, June 24, 2022

Lake Ralph Hall is the newest reservoir to be built in Texas in the last 30 years, right after completion of Bois d'Arc Lake which is also located in Fannin County. Major tasks currently underway include constructing a 1.1-mile pedestrian friendly State Highway 34 bridge, rerouting a portion of FM 1550 and building an earthen dam to create the reservoir.

9:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 21, 2022, in Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

Texas Department of Transportation officials have announced that the intersection of Redbud Trail and FM 1417 in Sherman, Texas, will close temporarily beginning June 21. The closure is expected to last approximately three to four weeks.

This is official notice that there will be a Public Hearing at 5:00 pm, Monday, June 20, 2022, in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 220 W. Mulberry, Sherman, Texas, for the following item.

June will be a busy month for the Democratic Women of Fannin County and the Fannin County Democratic Party. On Monday, June 20, both organizations will sponsor the kick-off for the campaign of Iro Omere for the U.S. Congressional seat for the 4th District of Texas. On Monday, June 27, the Democratic Women will welcome several statewide judicial candidates to their monthly meeting at the Elizabeth May Room of the First United Bank at 120 W. Sam Rayburn in Bonham at 6:30 p.m. Participants will be able to meet and question these contenders for the two highest courts in the State of Texas.

Here's a look at work planned in Fannin and Grayson counties for the week starting June 20, 2022.

The Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas holds a unique distinction this weekend. It'll be the only place on the planet where you can meet Superman, Frodo and the Undertaker all under the same roof.

Some of the biggest names in movies, TV, anime and comics will be at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center starting at 4:00 p.m. on Friday for FAN EXPO Dallas. The event will offer fans a chance to meet these stars and hear stories from their careers during special panels. The three-day convention will also offer cosplay and gaming opportunities, shopping, live podcasts and more.

Anthony Woods of Frisco currently serves as Acting Commanding General of the Texas State Guard.

The event will kick off Saturday, June 18 at 2:00 p.m. on Tostitos Championship Plaza at The Star in Frisco...

5:30 p.m. Monday, June 20

TxDOT announced that northbound US 75 mainlane traffic will shift to the existing frontage road south of Lamar Street, transition to the newly-constructed on-ramp at Washington Street, and shift back to existing mainlanes just before North Travis Street beginning at 7:30 p.m. on June 17, 2022, weather permitting.

Texas Department of Transportation officials today announced that Lamar Street and Houston Street under US 75 in Sherman will be closed beginning at 7:30 p.m. on June 17, weather permitting. Detour signs will be placed to guide travelers through these intersections. To help motorists plan their travel, video animations of the Lamar Street and Houston Street closures / detours are posted for viewing on YouTube.

Report: June 9, 2022 – 600 BL S. 5th St., Reporting Officer – Sgt. Brookshire. A call for service was received in reference to Obstruction/Retaliation.

In-Person Meeting: Thursday, June 16, 2022, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Grace Chapel, 14632 Fishtrap Road, Aubrey, TX 76227