Tickets and tables are on sale now for the second annual Taste of Chocolate Gala. This event will be Saturday, February 21 at 6:00 p.m. at the Complex. Guests can enjoy listening to live jazz music, featuring Brad Silwood on the saxophone, watch local artists paint and then bid on those creations in the live auction. Belle Rae’s will be serving up a buffet dinner. Guests will get two drink tickets and can choose from Neighbors Place Wines, beers, soft drinks or water. There will also, of course, be a chocolate candy and dessert bar, including chocolate fountains.

The last day to register to vote is Monday, February 2, 2026. The first day of early voting is Tuesday, February 17, 2026.

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.

Texas Department of Transportation officials today announced that the US 75 frontage roads in Howe will be converted to one-way traffic on Jan. 27. This one-way conversion will happen on both the east and west sides of US 75 from Hanning Street to FM 902.

Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 10:00 a.m.– 11:00 a.m., at DAV Chapter 16 Building

The SKYWARN Storm Spotter Training Class scheduled for January 24, 2026 at Myers Park Event Center in McKinney has been postponed.

Due to severe winter weather forecast for all weekend, the Republican County Candidate Forum has been rescheduled for Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. until noon, at the Roy Floyd Community Center (Armory) located at 1100 W. 5th Street in Bonham.

Fannin County Commissioners court approved a Proclamation recognizing the Fannin County Historical Commission for their efforts on restoring 100 Fannin County Historical Markers and reminding us of the importance of Fannin County’s history. Larry Stanley spearheads the effort to restore Texas Historical Markers located in Fannin County. The Fannin County Historical Commission is also responsible for raising funds to restore Allie Tennant's statue of James Butler Bonham that graces the southeast corner of the courthouse grounds. "We are all volunteers, we are all passionate, and we appreciate the support of commissioners court," Fannin County Historical Commission member Malinda Allison remarked. David Keene furnished writing pens fashioned out of local bois d'arc wood for the members of Fannin County Historical Commission. photo by Lisa Loiselle

As we approach the March 3, 2026, Primary Election (and the potential May 26, 2026, Primary Runoff), my office is sharing two updates that have generated questions from residents: (1) USPS postmark timing for time-sensitive mail and (2) a statewide delay in mailing new voter registration certificates.

The City of McKinney has unveiled new renderings of the McKinney Performing Arts Center (MPAC) renovation, giving the community a first glimpse of how one of downtown’s most iconic buildings will be refreshed during a nearly year-long improvement project. The building will be closed to the public on Feb. 1 and remain closed while construction is underway. Construction will begin Feb. 2, with an estimated completion in Fall 2026. photo by Allen Rich

The City of McKinney has partnered with Project Playground to repurpose playground structures from Inspiration Park and Ash Woods Park, providing recreational facilities to children in developing countries. Play structures were removed in early January and will be refurbished before being shipped overseas.

Due to dangerous conditions that could lead to fast-moving grassfires, Fannin County has extended a countywide ban on all outdoor burning.

This is official notice that there will be a Public Hearing at 5:00 pm, Tuesday, January 20, 2026, in the Council Chambers of the Sherman City Hall, 220 W. Mulberry St., Sherman, Texas, for the following Ordinances.

9:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

5:30 p.m. Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at the Fannin County Courthouse

8:50 a.m. Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

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 Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) officials have announced additional upcoming nightly and full closures around US 75 and Lamberth Drive.

The Arlington MLK Four-Day Celebration Committee, Inc. will host the 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. “Advancing the Dream” Celebration Jan. 16-19, featuring four days of events honoring Dr. King’s legacy under the theme “Advancing the Dream: A Journey Toward Unity.”

The Texoma community and Austin College will come together for the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration with the theme “Be the Bridge: From Division to Beloved Community.” The 2026 MLK Community Celebration features keynote speaker Aaron “A.T.” Thomas, Denison City Council member, Place 5, and Senior Systems Administrator at Grayson College. The event is free and open to the public.

The Sanger Police Department has arrested 26-year-old Israel Demello of Denton, who was formerly employed as a police officer with the Sanger Independent School District.

Open Arms Shelter has started a new chapter in our life; we have a new home! We invite everyone to our Ribbon Cutting and Open House on Saturday, January 17, 2026. We will start at 11:00 a.m. with the ribbon cuttings, by Bonham and Leonard Chambers of Commerce and then have food provided by Credit Union of Texas. Everyone is invited to take a tour of the new facility.

In a special presentation, Bonham Mayor John Burnett (left) became the latest person to receive a custom writing pen fashioned out of local bois d'arc wood, courtesy of local bois d'arc craftsman David Keene. Burnett was sworn in as mayor on December 8, 2025, after former mayor H. Compton resigned in order to enter the race for Fannin County judge.

Please join us for a presentation by and discussion with State Representative Shelley Luther during the Bonham Area Chamber of Commerce's Quarterly Lunch & Learn happening on Thursday, January 15 from 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at the Creative Arts Center located at 200 W. 5th St. in Bonham, Texas 75418.

The US Postal Service has CHANGED the method of postmark. Previously, mail was postmarked the day the postal service received it, but now it will be postmarked when it goes through an automatic sorter, which may be DAYS after the drop off. The TAX CODE is clear that the payment date is the POSTMARK date.

The City of Durant, in partnership with Durant Main Street and the Durant Area Chamber of Commerce, will host a ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony for the Historic Market Square Café on January 13 at 4:00 p.m.

Join us Monday, January 12 at 3:00 p.m. for a retirement reception for Parks & Recreation Superintendent, Ronny Hill - "Coach".

Texas Department of Transportation officials today announced that various entrance/exit ramps to & from US 75 will be closed at the following locations, dates and times...

5:30 p.m. Monday, January 12 at Bonham City Hall

If you are a veteran who is experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness, call the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans at 877-4AID-VET (877-424-3838) or visit VA.gov/homeless

Here's a look at work planned in Fannin, Grayson, Hopkins, Franklin, Delta, Lamar, Red River, Hunt and Rains counties for the week starting January 12, 2026.

Lake Ralph Hall is well on its way to securing a long-term, reliable water supply for generations to come. Both the dam and water delivery system are nearly finished, with the lake on schedule to begin filling in 2026 and delivering water later in the year. Recreation and public access will open later, once the lake is filled and safe for recreational use.

Fannin County Commissioners Court followed the recommendation of the majority of county's fire chiefs and extended the countywide burn ban for seven days. Although commissioners court won't meet again for two weeks, the county judge has the authority to declare a new burn ban, if needed.

Two Plano men have been sentenced to lengthy prison sentences for their roles in a methamphetamine trafficking conspiracy in the Eastern District of Texas, announced U.S. Attorney Jay R. Combs.

8:30 a.m. Thursday, January 8, 2026 at the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

Bonham voters will go to the polls in May to elect councilmembers to represent Ward 1 and Ward 5, and a special election will be held simultaneously to select a mayor to serve out a one-year unexpired term. The first day to file as a city council candidate for a place on the general election ballot is Wednesday, January 14, 2026. The filing period for mayoral candidates in the special election is February 10 to March 2.

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.

9:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

The Board of Directors of the Bonham Area Chamber of Commerce will conduct the first monthly meeting of the 2026 calendar year on Tuesday, January 6 at 12:00 p.m. in the conference room of the Holiday Inn Express.

This is official notice that there will be a Public Hearing at 5:00 pm, Monday, January 5, 2026, in the Council Chambers of the Sherman City Hall, 220 W. Mulberry St., Sherman, Texas, for the following Ordinances.