The Lollipops will be part of the downtown Christmas decorations throughout the holiday season — giving you a fun, festive way to support the Chamber and be represented downtown. Deadline to participate: Friday, November 13.

TxDOT officials have announced upcoming nightly full closure of the FM 691 at US 75 intersection. The FM 691 intersection closure will begin at 7 p.m. until 5 a.m. Nov 15 until Nov 16.

Here's a look at work planned in Fannin, Grayson, Hopkins, Franklin, Delta, Lamar, Red River, Hunt and Rains counties for the week starting November 16, 2026.

Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. at the Roy Floyd Community Center (Armory)

Cameron Ryan Burtram, 30, of Springtown, TX, was sentenced to 25 years in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice Institutional Division without possibility of parole in a guilty plea to the offense of Aggravated Sexual Assault of Child Under 10 on November 12, 2026. Judge Christina Tillett of the 336th District Court, presided over the plea.

GlobalWafers America will be hosting an onsite Job Fair in our lobby on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Candidates should come prepared to meet directly with hiring managers and representatives from multiple departments across the organization.

The Fannin County Clerk, Jenny Garner, encourages every property owner to sign up for this service. If a landowner files a document with the County Clerk, signed up landowners are notified.

1:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

(L-R) Judge Christina Tillett, a Board member of Texoma Community Centers; Sylvia Cave, Executive Director of Texoma Community Centers; and Norman Young as he presents a donation to TCC from Kiwanis of Bonham.

Bonham City Council approved updates to the fire ordinances and approved some waivers for a local business at their monthly meeting.

Beginning November 12, Plano’s favorite lifestyle destination transforms into the Legacy West North Pole, bringing a family-friendly walkable collection of holiday neighborhoods and a lineup of seasonal events that has been called DFW’s “Most Instagrammable” holiday hotspot. This year’s calendar includes “Mistletoe Mall” small business pop-ups, a Holly Jolly Sip & Shop and photos with Santa, plus a special appearance for his four-legged fans.

U.S. Air Force veteran Howard Pierson lights the Vigil flame during the 35th annual Veterans Vigil at East Texas A&M in 2025. photo credit: Jason Connel, East Texas A&M Marketing and Communications

5:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at the Derrell Hall Education Center

9:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

Sam Rayburn had close to 55 years of continuous service to his country, including a record 17 years as Speaker of the United States House of Representatives. But his service to our nation's veterans extends far beyond that. On Friday, November 6, 2026, veterans and community leaders celebrated the 75th anniversary of the Sam Rayburn Memorial Veterans Center in Bonham.

The family of the late Reagan Fletcher, former President of Bonham Public Library Board of Directors, were the first to tour "Reagan's Study Room" after it was unveiled Friday, November 6, 2026, at a celebration of Bonham Public Library's service to the community.

Proposition A funds roadway, safety and accessibility improvements, with project-by-project available updates for every neighbor.

5:30 p.m. Monday, November 9, 2026 at Bonham City Hall

Here's a look at work planned in Fannin, Grayson, Hopkins, Franklin, Delta, Lamar, Red River, Hunt and Rains counties for the week starting November 9, 2026.

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. - Binkley Hall at First United Methodist Church

Construction on the new grocery store is scheduled to kick off later this year on December 7, 2026, with a target completion date set for late summer of next year on September 24, 2027.

The Texoma Semiconductor Tech Hub (TSTH) has been awarded $23,996,830 through the U.S. Economic Development Administration’s (EDA) 2025 Disaster Supplemental Grant Program – Industry Transformation Path. “This investment is an important opportunity for Austin College and the Texoma region,” said Austin College President Rebecca Cantor. “The grant can help connect education, industry, and regional partners in exciting new ways, creating pathways for our students to develop in-demand skills while strengthening the talent and partnerships businesses need to grow."

VA North Texas Health Care System will commemorate 75 years of serving veterans in Bonham, Texas, at a ceremony beginning at 11:00 a.m. Nov. 6 at the Sam Rayburn Memorial VA Medical Center Auditorium.

November 3, 2026 general election - unofficial accumulative results...

Three pedestrians were killed in the Paris area in 2025. Reduced daylight hours in the fall and winter mean more people commute in the dark, which can put people walking at risk. In fact, last year 68% of pedestrian fatalities and serious injuries occurred at night.

All polling locations will remain open until 9:00 p.m. We apologize for any inconvenience that Any voter has experienced today. We want to make sure that everyone has an opportunity to vote!

The district clerk's office was all smiles as children from three area elementary schools stopped by the Fannin County Courthouse for a morning of trick-or-treating, costumes and sweet treats.

Here's a look at work planned in Fannin, Grayson, Hopkins, Franklin, Delta, Lamar, Red River, Hunt and Rains counties for the week starting November 2, 2026.

Avelo Airlines has announced two new Florida destinations from McKinney National Airport (DTX), growing the airline's Collin County hometown network to 11 destinations. Beginning Dec. 16, Avelo will fly from DTX to Sarasota/Bradenton (SRQ), followed on Dec. 17 by West Palm Beach (DJT).

It's Farmers Market Week at the Art Center! Be sure to stop by this Saturday, October 31, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for the final market of the season! Vendors will be set up INSIDE and OUTSIDE the center.

First United Bank is pleased to announce the appointment of David Little as Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective October 13, 2026. Little brings more than 30 years of financial services leadership experience, with extensive expertise in banking operations, strategic transformation, operational efficiency, and developing highperforming teams.

With every meeting of Fannin County Commissioners Court, it seems to be more apparent that the darkest chapter in modern county history will continue to be a financial burden long after Newt Cunningham's term as county judge expires December 31, 2026. The biggest question hanging over taxpayers is, how much will this eventually cost us?

Criminal District Attorney John Skotnik reports that the Fannin County Grand Jury returned indictments as shown below.

Join staff members from the Sam Rayburn House State Historic Site and the Sam Rayburn Museum for our annual Cemetery Walking Tour on October 31, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. This year, we will provide brief biographies of people buried at Gates Hill Cemetery, Bonham’s historic African American cemetery. Hear stories about people who lived and worked with Sam Rayburn as well as others who impacted Bonham’s history and community. This is a free program. In the event of bad weather, this program will be rescheduled for November 7.

9:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

Early voting is underway! The Fannin County Elections Administration is proud to announce that the Fannin County Justice Center is open for early voting. Early voting began October 19 and will continue through October 30.

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 Sam Rayburn Memorial Veterans Center in Bonham will receive modernized elevators as part of VA North Texas Health Care System's record $4.8 billion in nationwide VA spending to modernize, repair, and improve health care facilities in FY2026 via the Veterans Health Administration’s Non-recurring Maintenance program.

Dallas-based Younger Partners Investments (YPI) and Terrell Younger LLC acquired the fully leased 260,876-square-foot power center, Crossroads at Terrell, at Interstate 20 and Spur 557 in Terrell. Aerial of Crossroads at Terrell, courtesy of Younger Partners Investments

Legend Bancorp, Inc., the holding company for Legend Bank, N.A., and Graham Savings and Loan, SSB have reached an important milestone in bringing together as affiliates two Texas community banks with deep roots, long-standing reputations for service, and a shared commitment to customers and communities.