Come pick up supper Thursday evening at 105 S. Pecan in Bells -- 5:00 p.m. till it’s gone!

Announcing a special Palm Sunday community worship service sponsored by the Fannin County Ministerial Alliance. This free concert is for everyone!

Community Easter Egg Hunt at Powder Creek Park in Bonham on Wednesday, April 16

In the Episcopal church the Easter celebration comes after the contemplative solemnity of Lent during which we prayerfully consider the struggles and sacrifices that our Lord made when He was in the wilderness for 40 days and nights.

The ancient Jewish sects divided their year according to the different activities that they encountered. Some seasons were agriculture, and others were for cattle and sheep farming. While others were for religious festivals.

This concert will feature many talented artists from the community, local congregations and is sponsored by the Sherman and McKinney Stakes of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

The Israelites wandered in the desert for 40 years. Jesus fasted and was tempted in the desert for 40 days. Lent is a time for Christians to draw nearer to Christ for 40 days as we journey to what will be the long-awaited Easter morning of celebrating Christ’s resurrection.

Jewish Family Service (JFS) of Greater Dallas will celebrate 75 years of serving the community with a Diamond Anniversary Gala on Thursday, May 8, 2025, from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. at the Hilton Anatole Dallas, Trinity Ballroom. Guests will enjoy entertainment by the Jordan Kahn Orchestra as well as dancing, food stations, an open bar, silent auction, and a luxury raffle.

Tuesday, March 4, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. All are welcome!

Every Thursday through February 20 at 7:00 p.m., Bethlehem Baptist Church invites you to our Thursdays with God.

February 9, 2025, from 2:30 p.m. until 4:30 p.m.

Galleria Dallas recognizes an important holiday tradition with the lighting of a Hanukkah menorah. On Sunday, December 29 at 5:00 p.m., the shopping center will host a ceremonial lighting of the fifth candle on the menorah, which is located on Level 1 near Zara. One candle on the menorah will be lit every evening of Hanukkah, beginning on December 25.

Main St. Presbyterian Church, Honey Grove will be holding worship on Christmas Eve at 4:00 p.m. in the sanctuary located at 404 East Main (Hwy 56).

Celebrate the beauty of faith and harmony through music at the Roy V. Floyd Community Center (Armory), located at 1100 W. 5th St., Bonham, TX. 75418. Join us for a special matinee concert that will lift your spirits and fill your heart with the joy of the season. Enjoy classical and Christmas songs with Royal Academy of London trained mezzo-soprano Andrea Rodriguez-Gomez and pianist Carlisle Mott, along with liturgical music by Mary Ferguson and guitarist Wanda Ortiz. Tickets can be purchased online.

If you wanted to pick the very best day of the year to visit historic downtown Bonham, that day is coming up Saturday, March 29, 2025, when 1,200 ribeyes hit the grills as Fannin...

Thrift Studio, presented by Amazon, is a unique month-long pop-up that blends luxury design with a meaningful cause. This one-of-a-kind shopping experience offers high-end furniture and accessories at significant discounts, all donated to support Dwell with Dignity. Each year, six renowned designers bring their creativity to life, crafting stunning vignettes using pieces from their own collections alongside donated items—all available for purchase.

Sip, savor and stroll! Raise a glass to fine wine and inspiring art at the 33rd Annual Spring Wine Trail, presented by Park Place Lexus and Land Rover Grapevine. This beloved Springtime celebration takes place Saturday, April 12, 2025, on Grapevine’s charming Historic Main Street.

Proudly hailing from Northeast Texas, Koe Wetzel has quietly asserted himself as the ultimate country rockstar, bulldozing the boundaries between Nashville songcraft, rowdy Texas spirit, and rain-swept Seattle hard rock. Wetzel has earned a reputation as one of the hottest live performers in the game and he welcomes everyone to the party. Wetzel brings the party to the Choctaw Grand Theater in Durant, Oklahoma on April 4.

Taste Addison was the region’s first major food festival when it debuted in 1993. As the festival evolved, it has developed a world-class reputation as a food and music festival. Now, as it celebrates its 30th anniversary, Taste Addison has become so much more. The three-day festival captivates all five senses and offers something for everyone with a variety of eats, beats and artistic treats!

The Downtown Arlington Management Corporation, in collaboration with the City of Arlington and Four Seasons Markets, is thrilled to announce the launch of the Downtown Arlington Farmers Market. Beginning March 29, this vibrant new market will take place every Saturday through November from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., bringing fresh produce, local vendors and unique artisan goods to the heart of Arlington.

9:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 1, 2025 in the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

The Fannin Agricultural Association, Inc. is announcing their third annual Steaks on Main Ribeye Cook-off and dinner will be on March 29, 2025, at the Fannin County Courthouse on 101 E Sam Rayburn Drive, Bonham, TX 75418.

Visit McKinney is now accepting applications for its tourism grant program, designed to support events and initiatives that promote McKinney as a visitor destination. "As the city’s tourism entity, we aim to boost the local economy by attracting visitor-related travel,” said Aaron Werner, Visit McKinney Executive Director. “These grants help organizations market projects that encourage overnight stays in McKinney hotels."

Grayson County has 188 Texas Historical Markers and the next one to be unveiled March 29, 2025, will document one of the most difficult chapters in the county's history -- the Sherman riot of 1930 that resulted in the burning of the county courthouse, the death of a Black man named George Hughes who had pleaded guilty to raping a White woman and the subsequent devastation of most of the Black business section in Sherman by a raging, racist mob. As word of the riot spread, lynchings were reported in Honey Grove, Texas, Brazos County and Chickasha, Oklahoma.

In the May 3 school board election, two incumbents are running unopposed, but two candidates are vying for Place 5.

Two candidates have tossed their hat into the ring in hopes of representing Ward 3 on the Bonham City Council. Election day is May 3.

Austin College is excited to be the new home of Wind Down Wednesdays. Developed and curated by Ginger Nye, these hour-long presentations feature a wide variety of topics sure to spark conversation for curious people. Members of the Texoma community, as well as faculty, students, staff, are invited to take advantage of this fun, interesting, and free opportunity for lifelong learning and fellowship.

McKinney City Manager Paul Grimes has announced the hiring of Jennifer Arnold as Assistant City Manager after a nationwide search. Arnold begins serving in her new role today, March 24.

9:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. until noon.

Here's a look at work planned in the district for the week starting March 24, 2025. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues.

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) officials have announced upcoming US 75 northbound and southbound mainlane closures, beginning near FM 691 on the south and Crawford St. on the north. The closure is scheduled from 9:00 p.m. on March 26, until 5:00 a.m. on March 27, to facilitate the placing of the bridge deck.

It is important to note that an indictment is a formal charge and should not be considered as evidence of guilt and that all persons charged with a crime are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

The McKinney Community Development Corporation (MCDC) is pleased to announce that they have awarded project grants to support quality-of-life projects that will benefit the community.

A small group of Old West amateur historians are inviting area residents to join them in a gravesite ceremony in honor of Olive Oatman-Fairchild at 5:30 p.m., Friday, March 21 at West Hill Cemetery, 1304 W. Lamar Street in Sherman, Texas. Mrs. Oatman-Fairchild passed away March 21,1903.

Come on out to the shady, peaceful countryside found at historic Shilo Cemetery. Work to be done includes clearing returning brambles and briars, and removal of fallen branches.

On March 19, 2025, Fannin County First Assistant District Attorney, Nathan Young, secured the maximum sentence of 20 years in prison in the Intoxication Manslaughter case of Kyle Scott Wilson, 38, of Trenton. Wilson also received the maximum sentence of 10 years in prison in two cases of Intoxication Assault with Vehicle.

During a regular meeting of Fannin County Commissioners Court on March 18, 2025, Pct. 3 Commissioner Kurt Fogelberg made a motion to appoint Fannin County Emergency Management Coordinator Troy Hudson to a two-year term as Fannin County Fire Marshal. Pct. 1 Commissioner Troy Waggoner seconded the motion and the motion passed unanimously. Initially, Hudson will enforce the state fire code; he estimated that it will take 30 days to adopt a more stringent county fire code. Established businesses will be compelled to come into compliance.

At a joint meeting, the McKinney Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and the McKinney Community Development Corporation (MCDC) approved the issuance of sales tax revenue bonds to fund the construction of eastside infrastructure at McKinney National Airport.

Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) officials today announced an update to the speed limit on SH 121 in Fannin County between Bonham and Trenton, to 70 mph. The speed limit update will go into effect once the signs are in place on March 20. The limits of change are from the south city limits of Bonham to the north city limits of Trenton.

Mowing is the single most important aspect of cemetery maintenance and also the most expensive. Costs have increased steadily every year. Donations are our biggest source of revenue. Willow Wild has undergone a remarkable transformation since last fall. Fence lines have been cleared, and trees have been trimmed. Dead trees have been removed. The grounds are cleared and cleaned. In a month or so, it will be beautiful. We need your help to keep it looking the way our community deserves.

9:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 18, 2025 in the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

With no rain in sight and high winds forecast this week, Fannin County Judge Newt Cunningham has issued a Disaster Declaration related to the risk of wildfires. Outdoor burning is prohibited throughout Fannin County until midnight Saturday, March 22, 2025. Any violation of this Disaster Declaration is punishable as a Class C misdemeanor by a fine not to exceed $500.00 or as authorized by Government Code §418.173 and if adopted in the county's emergency plan by a fine not to exceed $1,000.00 or confinement in jail for a term not to exceed 180 days, whichever is greater.

The Craft Road bridge in Grayson County at Craft Road crossing Choctaw Creek Tributary is a Camelback pony metal truss bridge built in 1920. The bridge originally carried a railroad, but it was relocated to its current spot in 1950 and widened. The bridge is significant for its engineering history as a local example of a truss bridge. The bridge is in poor condition but with needed repairs and overall painting, the truss could be repurposed as a pedestrian bridge.

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. They should also avoid distractions such as cell phones, eating, drinking, or car audio or navigation systems.

Notice is hereby given that the automatic tabulating
equipment to be used in the General Elections held on May 3, 2025 will be tested on 3/19/2025 at 10 AM at 800 E. 2nd Street, Bonham to ascertain that it will accurately count the votes cast for all offices and on all measures.

The Texas State Troopers Association (TSTA) is pleased to announce that the application period for the 2025 TSTA Scholarship Program has opened and will run through May 30, 2025.

With wind gusts possibly as high as 65mph, Dallas media outlets are predicting that some areas may experience the most dangerous threat of fire, particularly fast-moving grass fires, in 16 years. The extreme fire danger caused the National Weather Service to issue a fire weather watch and Fannin County Judge Newt Cunningham has issued a Disaster Declaration Related to the Risk of Wildfires.

The City of Honey Grove will use the assistance for the planning, design, and construction of a water system improvement project.

Texas Department of Transportation officials today announced that the US 75 frontage road intersection at Crawford Street as well as the US 75 frontage road intersection at North Loy Lake Road in Denison, Texas, will be converted to all-way stops beginning March 13.

The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) is seeking the public’s assistance in locating missing 17-year-old, Aneth Cochran-Flores. Aneth went missing from Richardson, Texas, on Feb. 14, 2025. She is described as 5 feet 4 inches tall, weighs 175 pounds, and has brown eyes and brown hair. Authorities believe she is in the Collin County, Texas, area. photo of Aneth courtesy of NCMEC

Claude E. Caffee, a Honey Grove and Fannin County historian, will be our speaker this month at the Lamar County Genealogical Society meeting.

9:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 11, 2025 in the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

8:50 a.m. Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

John Robert Leake, 43, of Plano, Texas, but who formerly resided in Marina del Rey, was sentenced by United States District Judge John F. Walter, who also ordered him to pay $5,314,059 in restitution.

On Feb. 21, Texas pharmacist Dehshid “David” Nourian, 62, of Plano, was sentenced to 17 years and six months in prison and ordered to pay over $115 million in restitution for his role in a $145 million scheme to defraud the Department of Labor through the submission of fraudulent claims for prescription compound creams.

5:30 p.m. Monday, March 10, 2025 at Bonham City Hall

These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. 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.

Designed to support the rapid growth of Anna, Van Alstyne, Weston, and Collin County's unincorporated areas, the state-of-the-art plant will operate in multiple phases, eventually reaching a total treatment capacity of 16 million gallons per day (MGD). The first phase, now active, provides 2 MGD of capacity, replacing the temporary package plant that handled 0.4 MGD. That is enough water to support thousands of additional homes, ensuring sustainable growth for our community. Put simply, this first phase is the equivalent to filling 32,000 bathtubs every single day.

360 Broadband is proud to announce the promotion of Dustin Reid, M.Ed., to Vice President of Business Development. Since joining the company in October 2023, Dustin has been instrumental in fostering customer relationships, driving strategic growth, and expanding its reach across its service areas.

McKinney North's Aliyah Diaz (10) works to control the ball against Highland Park in a 5A Area playoff game on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at Wildcat Ram Stadium in Dallas. (photo by John Tyler/BuzzPhotos.com)

McKinney Boyd's George Eddy reaches for the ball against Haltom City in a 6A Area playoff game on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at Flower Mound High School. (photo by Kevin Bartram/BuzzPhotos.com)

Kick off your Memorial weekend with 18 holes of Golf at The Bonham Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Tournament! Scheduled for Friday, May 23 at Legacy Ridge Country Club, this popular event not only offers the teams a great morning of golf but is an awesome opportunity for local businesses to participate by marketing and promoting your organization.

McKinney North golfers compete in the 5A girls District Golf Tournament at Tanglewood Country Club in Pottsboro on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. (photo by John Tyler/BuzzPhotos.com)

McKinney Boyd's Zaiden Carter (7) reaches for the ball against Haltom City in a 6A playoff game on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at Flower Mound High School. The game will be resumed Wednesday. (photo by Kevin Bartram/BuzzPhotos.com)

Tom Bean scored six runs in the first inning and added eight runs in the second stanza to put the game out of reach.

All funds raised at this event will go directly to supporting families whose children are diagnosed with DIPG, a rare, extremely aggressive and terminal brain cancer.

This is an annual event that honors the memory of Susan Hicks who gained her angel wings October 2010. Please join us on April 26 at the Bonham Civic Center.

The Bonham High School girls and boys powerlifting teams were competing at the State Powerlifting Meets for the past two weekends.

New Life Cottage is hosting their 9th Annual 5K for Life on Saturday, March 29 at the Bonham Trades Day Pavilion (1100 W 5th St.) Runners, walkers, and spectators are invited to come out and show their support for life. There will be a bounce house available for the kids.

Luke gives some hog hunting tips he has learned through the years. (photo by Luke Clayton)

Ashley Lodge and Webb Hill Country Club invite you to join us for golf Friday, June 6, 2025. The format will be a 4-man scramble, best ball, with trophies for 1st and 2nd place, Closest to the Pin, and Longest Drive.

David Gravel and Big Game Motorsports came about as close to perfection as possible this weekend in the "Lone Star State."

McKinney High catcher Kady Huggins (23) catches a foul ball against Plano Senior High on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at McKinney High School. (photo by Kevin Bartram/BuzzPhotos.com)

McKinney High's Brandt Hodges (4) chases down a runner between first and secone during a game against Allen High School on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at Al Alford Field in McKinney. (photo by Kevin Bartram/BuzzPhotos.com)

The Bulldogs won the bi-district match 2-0 to continue their playoff run. (photo by Buzz Cory/BuzzPhotos.com)

McKinney North starting pitcher Cameron Busch throws against Anna High School on Friday, March 21, 2025 at McKinney North High School. (photo by Kevin Bartram/BuzzPhotos.com)

A Dodd City batter lines up on a pitch.

McKinney High's Clagget Munjoma (17) controls the ball against Denton Guyer in a 6A Division 2 Bi-District playoff game on Thursday, March 20, 2025 at Childrens Health Stadium in Prosper. (photo by Kevin Bartram/BuzzPhotos.com)

McKinney High's Adyson Gaddis rounds third after hitting a two-run home run against Rock Hill on Thursday, March 20, 2025 at McKinney High School. (photo by Kevin Bartram/BuzzPhotos.com)

The Dodd City team is flanked by officials with the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo and a member of the Texas FFA officer team.

Jay Long - BHS Senior of the Month

Bonham ISD school board honored Katie Luong and Jay Long, shown here with BHS Principal Eric Hicks, as BHS Seniors of the Month. Julie Henderson and Shambreca Preston earned the staff honors for March.

A Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees of Bonham ISD will be held March 26, 2025, beginning at 6:00 PM in the Bonham ISD Administration Center, 1005 Chestnut Street, Bonham, TX 75418.

Austin College will host the Tri-Collegiate Exhibit in the Betsy Dennis Forster Art Studio Complex, Dennis Gallery, from March 17 through March 28. This art exhibit is held in collaboration with Collin College and Grayson College, showcasing visual art from the following students across the three institutions.

The Dodd City FFA Applied Agricultural Engineering team placed 2nd out of 30 teams at the Area V Applied Engineering Contest held at Collin College in Allen. The team will compete at the state contest April 4.

The Fannin County Republican Women, PAC is proud to offer two $500 scholarships this year. This application opportunity is open to all graduating high school seniors who are residents of or students who attend school in Fannin County, Texas.

A Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees of Bonham ISD will be held March 24, 2025, beginning at 6:00 PM in the Bonham ISD Administration Center, 1005 Chestnut Street, Bonham, TX 75418.

The Creative Arts Center in Bonham has issued a call for art for the center’s annual Budding Artists Contest. This contest is open to Fannin County residents under the age of 18 as of April 1, 2025.

The annual Homecoming celebration at Southeastern Oklahoma State University will take place on the week ending on November 1, 2025, when the Savage Storm football team hosts Henderson State.

The City of Sanger Police Department today announced the launch of its annual Blue Santa Program, a heartwarming initiative dedicated to supporting at-risk students within Sanger ISD.

The Fannin County Republican Party is proud to offer a $1000 scholarship opportunity to all graduating high school seniors who are residents of or students who attend school in Fannin County, Texas.

Two Austin College vocal ensembles, the A Cappella Choir and The Descant, will present three concerts in north and central Texas as part of their annual tour.

Austin College will observe the spring equinox on campus at the IDEA Center’s Oscar C. Page Atrium—the only solar observatory of its kind on a U.S. college campus. The event will take place Thursday, March 20, from 1:15 p.m. – 1:35 p.m., and is open to the public, weather permitting.

A Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees of Bonham ISD will be held March 19, 2025, beginning at 5:30 PM in the Bonham ISD Administration Center, 1005 Chestnut Street, Bonham, TX 75418.

Jeffrey Overbay (Collinsville), Cassie Whitecotton (Muenster) and Dean Mooney (Aubrey) are among 23 STEM teachers from high schools nationwide to the Vernier Trendsetters Community.

It's time to start encouraging the creative kids and teens you know to get to work on creating something for our annual art contest!

A Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees of Bonham ISD will be held March 17, 2025, beginning at 5:30 PM in the Bonham ISD Administration Center, 1005 Chestnut Street, Bonham, TX 75418.

Bonham, Texas -- Family visitation will be held at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home in Bonham on Friday night, March 28, 2025 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held at Mulberry Cemetery Pavilion on Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 2:00 p.m.

Bonham, Texas -- Mary Katherine "Kay" Howard entered her heavenly home on March 24, 2025, in Bonham, TX at the age of 77. She was born on July 18, 1947, to Jack and Margaret (Ivey) Nichols in Leonard, TX.

Sherman, Texas -- Graveside services for Edith Elaine Kennedy, 93 of Sherman will be held at West Hill Cemetery in Sherman at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 27, 2025, under the direction of Waldo Funeral Home. Family friends are invited to attend.

Bonham, Texas -- A graveside memorial service for Delmar "Del" K Peterson, 75, will take place at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, March 27, 2025, at Willow Wild Cemetery. United States Army Military Honors will be rendered.

Sherman, Texas -- A Rosary for Dorothy Leone Wintz, 92, of Sherman will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 27, at Waldo Funeral Home Chapel. Immediately following the rosary, the family will receive friends from 6:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 28, at St. Anne’s Catholic Church, with Father Merlito Abiog officiating. Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.

Bonham, Texas -- A Rosary for David "Dave" Lee Watson, 73, of Bonham will be held at 10:30 a.m. on April 3, followed by a Liturgy of the Word service at 11:00 a.m. at Wise Funeral Home Chapel in Bonham, TX. A luncheon will follow at 12:00 p.m. at the St. Elizabeth Grahmann Center.

Bonham, Texas -- A celebration of life will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, March 29, 2025, in Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel located in Bonham, TX for Terrie Lynn Echols who passed away on February 20, 2025, at her residence following a long courageous battle with Alzheimers. John Tynan will officiate.

Bonham, Texas -- Family and friends are invited to celebrate the life of Lori Lee Lacheney, 73, at a memorial service visitation that will be held on March 18, 2025, 10:00 a.m. with service to follow at 11:00 a.m. at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home, 2022 N Center St. Bonham, Tx 75418. The service will be a time to share stories, reflect on memories, and honor the wonderful person she was.

Bonham, Texas -- A graveside service for Harold Stanford, 98, will be held Sunday, March 16, 2025 at Owens Chapel Cemetery, beginning at 2:00 p.m. Dr. Jeff Johnson will preside.

Bonham, Texas -- Family visitation for Larry Carlisle Bursell, 86, will be held at Cooper-Sorrels Funeral Home in Bonham on Friday evening, March 14, 2025 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held at Cooper-Sorrels on Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 2:00 p.m., with internment following immediately after at Arledge Ridge Cemetery.

Bonham, Texas -- Please join the family of Stephen Mark Castleberry, 68, on Friday, March 21, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. for a celebration of life at Wise Funeral Home Chapel. The visitation will start two hours prior at 12:00 p.m.; the family knows that there will be many stories and memories shared so they have allotted extra time for this gathering.

Bonham, Texas -- Funeral services for Kenneth Dwayne Drake, 58, of Bonham, Texas will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, March 17, 2025 at Boyd Baptist Church under the direction of Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home. Brother Walter Semite will be officiating. Burial will follow at Little Jordan Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Boyd Baptist Church on Monday, March 17, 2025 from 1:00 PM until service time.

Ector, Texas -- Services for Beckie Sue Long Holt (Nana), 71, will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, March 13, 2025 at Ector Baptist Church. Visitation will be 1 hour prior to service with burial to follow at Carson Cemetery. Bro. Trevor Williams will officiate.

Bonham, Texas -- A funeral service to celebrate the life of Billy Moore Clinton, 77, will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday, March 14, 2025, at the Church of Christ in Howe, TX. The visitation will be held on March 13, 2025, at Wise Funeral Home from 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Bonham, Texas -- Services for Mrs. Claudia Herriage will be held Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at First Baptist Church in Bonham, TX, beginning at 10:00 a.m. A visitation will be held an hour prior to service beginning at 9:00 a.m. Pastor James Moore of The Well Church will preside. Interment will follow at Arledge Ridge Cemetery.

The third offering for our season is Jekyll & Hyde. Presented at the Lyric Studios Space and based on the classic story by Robert Louis Stevenson and features a thrilling score of pop-rock hits from multi-Grammy and Tony-nominated Frank Wildhorn and double-Oscar- and Grammy-winning Leslie Bricusse.

Windom Art School founders, Tatiana Murray and Wanda Oliver, will have a show in the East Gallery at the Creative Arts Center in Bonham during the month of April. The show will open with a reception from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on April 4. Our show will coincide with the annual Budding Artists Kids and Youth Art Contest. Tatiana’s students will be well represented in the show, so it is a wonderful opportunity to see the work of teacher and students side by side. The awards ceremony for the contest is at 5:30 p.m. on April 4.

Ector Masonic Lodge #687 invites everyone to a fish fry with all the trimmings and desserts Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Ector ISD cafeteria.

Activities for kids, teens and adults!

The Denison Genealogical Society is pleased to announce their upcoming meeting on March 26, 2025, at the Frontier Village, located at 111 R. C. Vaughan Rd, Denison, TX 75020. The meeting will feature a special speaker, John Baecht, the host of Facebook and TikTok pages ‘Bois d'Arc Kingdom’ to promote his hobby which is to celebrate the historical usage of the tree by continuing the tradition of making tools, bows, cooking utensils and much more.

Unique by Nature is hosted by the McKinney Performing Arts Center, City of McKinney. Sponsors include citizen leaders dedicated to the growth of the arts in McKinney. The competition has two categories: Large Works Purchase Prize Competition, and Non-Purchase Prize Competition and Juried Exhibition.

Looking to make a difference? Join us on Saturday, March 29, in Sherman for a community bed-building event. The Whitesboro chapter aims to construct 50 beds to meet local requests.

Imagine a simple clay bowl on the table, its surface rough and unpolished. It is empty, its hollow center, a quiet reminder of the pain and silence many carry within. But this bowl, though unfilled, holds potential. Just like the survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, it too has endured the weight of life’s hardships- unseen, unnoticed, perhaps even dismissed. Yet, with time, care, and attention, it can become something more.

Everyone's favorite adventure story, Robin Hood, is to be brought to life on stage April 10, 11, 12 at 7:00 p.m. and April 12 at 2:00 p.m. by Theater For Hope. Performances will be held at Hope on Houston located at 901 E. Houston in Sherman, TX sponsored by Markl and Sons Heating and Cooling.

The Community Easter Egg Hunt is set for 2:00 p.m. April 6, at HG Dulaney Park in Ector. This is a free event. There will be pictures with the Easter bunny, a candy-filled Easter egg hunt and a bake sale.

Comedian, actor and podcast host Theo Von is bringing his "Return of the Rat" tour to Choctaw Casino & Resort – Durant in March 2025. The comedian will perform inside the three-time Academy of Country Music award winning Grand Theater on Saturday, March 29 at 8:00 p.m. with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are on sale now

Open to the public Monday - Friday! Breakfast is served from 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Lunch is served from 11:15 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Creative Arts Center is excited to announce that Music in the Garden will be back for a five-week series this spring! Bands are being booked now and will be announced soon. In the meantime, mark your calendars for every Thursday in April, plus the first Thursday in May! In other words, April 3, 10, 17 and 24, plus May 1. This spring we will be charging a $5 cover charge to help offset the costs of the bands.

The Bonham All School Reunion is scheduled for Friday, June 27 through Sunday, June 29, 2025. This is the first one since 2015 as the 2020 was not held due to COVID. Everyone who attended Bonham schools is invited to join in the weekend events that bring many graduates and former students to Bonham.

Recognizing the critical role of early detection in breast cancer treatment, the Mark Cuban Heroes Basketball Center is partnering with Parkland Health to host the Mammograms Save Lives event on Saturday, March 22, from 7:00 a.m. to noon. Free and open to the public, the event will offer no-cost mammograms for women ages 40 and up, blood pressure screenings and glucose monitoring plus pampering services such as chair massages, mini facials and makeup tutorials – all designed to emphasize the importance of women’s health and self-care. And for those looking to start their morning off right, a one-hour boot camp led by Team Bailey Fitness will kick off in the gym at 7:00 a.m.

On Saturday, March 22, 2025, the Fannin County Master Gardeners will hold the 20th Annual Garden, Lawn & Home Expo at the Fannin County Multipurpose Complex at 700 FM 87, Bonham from 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. The public is invited to attend this free event. Door prizes will be given and a silent auction will be held.

Santa Fe Trail: Chasing the Big West to feature poems and lyrics by Karla K. Morton and Alan Birkelbach; music by Michael Martin Murphey and art by Bob Boze Bell - new book/CD to be released March 18.

*The Honey Grove Library & Learning Center is pleased to host a presentation March 22 by local collector and historian, Lewis Smith. Lewis will be speaking about his experiences of collecting artifacts, particularly along the Sulphur River. His presentation is another highlight to our current exhibit "A Time Before Texas". The presentation and exhibit are free to attend.

Bruce Wood Dance Dallas celebrates a dazzling milestone with its 15th Anniversary Performance & Gala on March 29 from 5:30 p.m to 11:30 p.m. at the iconic Gilley’s Dallas, 1135 Botham. Jean Blvd., Dallas, Texas 75215. photo by Sharen Bradford

Travel back in time and relive the golden age of Rock & Roll with The Blandells! This electrifying band brings you the best hits from the '50s, '60s, and '70s, guaranteed to get you movin' and groovin' all night long.

With some of the biggest hits in country music, including "Neon Moon," "My Maria" and "Red Dirt Road," Brooks & Dunn have dominated the genre for over three decades. Don't miss your chance to catch this one-of-a-kind country music act as they bring their Neon Moon Tour to WinStar World Casino & Resort.

Fort Inglish Village, Bonham’s open air pioneer village, is now open after its winter’s closing. This wonderful historical park is on Sam Rayburn Drive in Bonham between the Sam Rayburn Museum and Library and the Trades Day venue. Thanks to the generosity of the Friends of Fort Inglish and the support of the City of Bonham, there is no admission charge at the present time, but donations are certainly welcome to finance the operations and upkeep.

Red River Arts Fest is coming up on May 3. Creative Arts Center is excited to partner with Heritage Days, which will have even more fun planned around the downtown square on the same day! We are currently seeking Art Vendors and Food Trucks.

"My passion is to serve children and families and help be a voice to those that need help," Stephanie says, and she looks forward to bringing her knowledge, experience, and unwavering commitment to the Fannin County Children's Center and the community it serves. The Fannin County Children's Center will host a Meet and Greet for the community March 20, 2025, from 4:00-6:30 p.m.

Lots of classes and events are being planned for this spring at the Creative Arts Center. Open Mic Night will be held on Friday, March 21 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Folks who want to sing, play music, read poetry, tell jokes or otherwise entertain are welcome. Music in the Garden will be back for a five-week series this spring. The center has many art classes scheduled for the coming weeks.

Terri Hendrix, recognized by Acoustic Guitar magazine as one of Texas' 20 essential contemporary singer-songwriters, has garnered a global fanbase for her unique blend of folk, pop, country, blues, and jazz. Grammy Award-winning Texas based producer, session player, musician, and Austin City Limits Hall of Fame member, Lloyd Maines has released his first album, Eagle Number 65!

Galleria Dallas has become a go-to place for DFW families, offering free performances and a fun indoor play place year-round. In addition to its Showtime Saturdays performances held each week at 11:30 a.m., the shopping center has fun activities planned throughout March 8-22, the two-week period during which most North Texas kids will be out of school for Spring Break.

We are in need of volunteers for this Friday's Texas Mission Of Mercy free dental clinic pre-screening in Bonham, Texas! No skills are needed, all training will be provided. Come help ensure that our neighbors are seen!

The Sherman Museum will host a book signing and dialogue with author Jeff Goodman about the James Swann paintings, Three Muses. These paintings have been hanging on the museum's wall since they were installed in 1934.

Please join us at the March meeting of the Fannin County Historical Commission on March 18 at 6:00 p.m. to learn about the contributions of Mabel Gilbert, a very early Fannin County pioneer, to Fannin County, Dallas and points west. Deborah Cornelius has written a historical novel about his remarkable life and times. Join us at 6:00 p.m. on March 18 at the Fannin County Historical Commission’s office at 1 Center Street in Bonham to meet Deborah and learn about Mabel Gilbert’s time in Fannin County.

The Texas A&M AgriLife portion of the muscadine grape improvement project will include hosting two research vineyard sites — one near Richards and another in Overton. (Justin Scheiner/Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service)

Mark Dennis, a Hollis, Okla. man, was arrested March 12 at his residence on felony charges for larceny of livestock following an investigation by Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Special Ranger Chris Ward and Harmon County Sheriff Steve Cornett.

Results of sale Monday, March 24, 2025 - 1,379 head

When Rodeo Celina returns to the famed Southfork Ranch, guests will be surrounded by not only the spirit of the American West but also a sense of community commitment. Collin County’s only PRCA-sanctioned rodeo will be held at the beautiful rodeo arena created specifically for this second-annual event from Friday, May 30 to Sunday, June 1, 2025.

Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association announced a powerhouse panel of global agricultural leaders from Costco, McDonalds and Nestlé will take center stage April 12 at the 2025 Cattle Raisers Convention & Expo in downtown Fort Worth.

Results of sale Saturday, March 22, 2025 - 763 head

The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service in Texas is accepting applications submitted for the National Water Quality Initiative before the May 30, 2025, batching period deadline.

Variability in forage sorghum hybrids provides producers with options to fit their production systems, yield goal and end-user’s nutritional goals. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Kay Ledbetter)

Results of sale Thursday, March 21, 2025 - 958 head, 184 cows/bulls

Joey Dickey, 43, was arrested in Wise County and later transferred to the Cherokee County Jail in Oklahoma. Brian Tribble, 58, was arrested in Tarrant County and transferred to Wise County Jail. Warrants have been issued for Braxton Calvert, 26, and Timothy Greer, 42, in connection with the case.

Texas sheep and goat producers are benefiting from strong market conditions in early 2025. (Courtney Sacco/Texas A&M AgriLife)

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, on National Agriculture Day, announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is issuing up to $10 billion directly to agricultural producers through the Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (ECAP) for the 2024 crop year.

You walk into the Credit Union of Texas, Don Toro or Studio 94 on the east side of the Bonham square, into Belle Rae's on the north, into Blessing & Butterflies or The Curiosity Shop on Main south of the Courthouse: do you look down? What do you see when you cross the threshold into these businesses? Do you see Bonham's past?

I was curious about the relationship between Harry S Truman and Sam Rayburn because of a piece of corn. Currently at the Sam Rayburn Museum there is corn on the cob encased in resin on display in the "Gifts of a Nation" display case. No one is completely certain why Rayburn had it, but Truman has the same one. This is what led me to look into the friendship between Rayburn and Truman. The two men shared a tight bond throughout their political careers. courtesy photo of Harry Truman and Sam Rayburn at the Sam Rayburn House in Bonham

Bonham resident Kay Sisk has collected postcards of Bonham for many years, finding them at trade shows and estate sales. Some of the postcards were given away free by local businesses, and some were sold. The Fannin County Museum of History asked Kay to display some of her postcards in the display case on the 2nd floor of the courthouse.

A large crowd filled Lyday Hall at Honey Grove Library & Learning Center on Saturday, March 1, 2025, to hear what local archeologist Cody Davis and his cohorts discovered in the area that is now covered by Bois d'Arc Lake.

When Kalin and Tricia moved their young family from the city to rural Fannin County, it was a dream they had worked and saved to make come true -- to escape the noise and chaos of the metroplex for a peaceful existence, surrounded by woodlands, wildlife and serenity. Then they heard bulldozers clearing trees.

"Japanese War Brides: Across a Wide Divide" begins a national tour December 14 at Irving Archives and Museum in Irving, Texas. These young women left their homes to build lives within the complexities of postwar American society. Their experiences reshaped communities by challenging immigration laws and race relations. The arrival of these brides marked the largest women-only immigration event in U.S. history and, by 1960, had increased the population of Asian Americans in the U.S. by 10%.

The Fannin County Museum of History has several Fannin County history books for sale that might be just perfect for someone you know. The books are available for purchase at the Museum and are also available on Amazon.

Historic Fannin County newspapers often featured beautiful front pages for their Christmas editions. An exhibit of these newspapers is now on display on the 2nd Floor of the Fannin County Courthouse. Visit the courthouse during this season to view this display and beautiful decorations.

Upper Trinity's contractors are finishing up construction on five new streams near future Lake Ralph Hall, which will flow into the North Sulphur River. The newly connected tributary streams are naturally beginning to flow with rainwater this fall, bringing life back to areas impacted for decades by severe erosion and loss of habitat. Restoring the tributaries of the river to their natural, curved paths helps mitigate the area's severe erosion and provide previously lost habitat.