McKinney National Airport (TKI) made important progress in its plans to build a passenger terminal, support facilities, and roadway at the McKinney City Council meeting on Dec. 16, 2025. The City Council approved a budget amendment appropriating the remaining $7.4 million from the $22.4 million approved by the McKinney Economic Development Corporation for constructing support facilities for the new terminal in May 2025.

9:00 a.m. Monday, December 22, 2025 at the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

Tram Tours every Saturday and Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Enjoy a 60 – 90-minute tour along Wildlife Drive at the Refuge. Enjoy learning about the history of the displaced town of Hagerman while watching for wildlife. Lots of stops for birdwatching and photography. Reservations required. Standbys are accepted if space permits.

Classic Christmas lights up Dallas Midtown, formerly known as Valley View Mall off LBJ Freeway and Montfort Rd., through December 28, 2025. With over 90,000 square feet of immersive magic, the event promises millions of twinkling lights, falling snow, thrilling snow slides, outdoor ice skating, themed treats, and unforgettable visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Tickets are on sale.

All City of Bonham residents who have Thursday Trash Pickup will have their trash picked up on Friday, December 26 & Friday, January 2.

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

The closure is scheduled to begin from 8 p.m. on Dec. 18, until 5 a.m. on Dec. 19. This closure will be to switch traffic onto the new pavement between Lamberth Drive and Loy Lake Road.

McKinney National Airport (TKI) has acquired its first airline partner with the City of McKinney’s signing of an Airline Use and Lease Agreement (ULA) this week. Avelo Airlines is the first carrier to sign the ULA and commit to supporting the development and operation of TKI’s passenger terminal and adjacent facilities, which are currently under construction.

Cannon Beach, a $200 million surf and adventure resort, is set to break ground at 11:00 a.m. Monday, Dec. 15 in McKinney, marking one of the most innovative recreation and entertainment developments in North Texas this year. The 35-acre project, located at the northeast corner of Stacy Road and S.H. 121, will introduce a three-acre surf lagoon, lazy river, mineral hot springs circuit, full-service resort hotel, and a mix of dining, entertainment, and business spaces designed to transform the region’s leisure and tourism landscape.

At 8 p.m. Dec. 18, until 5 a.m. Dec. 19, the northbound frontage road between Lamberth Road and Masters Street will be closed to facilitate frontage road paving.

Events for kids, teens and adults!

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.

8:30 a.m. Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at the Fannin County Courthouse

Business 121D from SH 121 to SH 121
SS 311 from SH 56 to SH 121
FM 1743 from End of State Maintenance to US 82

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) officials have announced an upcoming nightly full closure of the southbound mainlanes of US 75, beginning at Exit 64.

This is official notice that there will be a Public Hearing at 5:00 pm, Monday, December 15, 2025, in the Council Chambers of the Sherman City Hall, 220 W. Mulberry St., Sherman, Texas, for the following Ordinances.

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) officials have announced upcoming nightly full closure of the northbound mainlanes of US 75, beginning at Travis Street.

Here's a look at work planned in Fannin, Grayson, Hopkins, Franklin, Delta, Lamar, Red River, Hunt and Rains counties for the week starting December 15, 2025.

This initiative will help those in violation address any City of Bonham warrants, while also supporting the children of Fannin County.

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) officials have announced an upcoming nightly full closure of the southbound mainlanes of US 75, beginning at Exit 64.

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.

Southbound Exit 67 to Spur 503, is scheduled to be closed beginning at 9 p.m. on Dec. 11, until 5 a.m. on Dec. 12, to facilitate the installation of high mast lighting.

A vocal ensemble comprised of local junior high school choirs under the direction of Melody Cherry presented Fannin County Commissioners Court with a medley of Christmas carols. photo by Lisa Loiselle

Five candidates will vie for the position of Fannin County Judge. Other contested races include Pct. 2 commissioner, Pct. 4 commissioner, county treasurer, and Justice of the Peace for Pct 2.

The project will widen the existing 8-foot-wide trail to a 10-foot-wide shared use path by installing approximately 7.39 miles of 10-foot-wide base and decomposed granite from FM 2194 in Merit, Texas to the southwestern city limits of Celeste, Texas. In addition, the project will construct 5 miles of 10-foot-wide shared use path and 1 mile of bicycle lanes along the Northeast Texas Trail (NETT) from County Road 22500 to the existing NETT intersection on Collegiate Dr. in Paris, Texas.

John Burnett was sworn in as the new mayor of Bonham. Kevin Hayes took the oath to be the new mayor pro tem and Colby Davis was named the Employee of the Quarter at the Bonham City Council meeting.

With the theme of “Rockin Around the Christmas Tree,” the Bonham Christmas Parade filled the Bonham Square with eager spectators.

9:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at Fannin County Commissioners Court and via teleconference

8:50 a.m. Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) officials have announced an upcoming nightly full closure of the southbound mainlanes of US 75, beginning at Exit 64. The closure is scheduled to begin from 8:00 p.m. on Dec. 8, until 5:00 a.m. on Dec. 9.

5:30 p.m. Monday, December 8, 2025 at Bonham City Hall

The first day for candidates to file for offices that are regularly scheduled to be on the primary ballot is Saturday, November 8, 2025. The first day for independent candidates to file a declaration of intent is November 8, 2025. Since county offices will be closed Saturday, November 8, in-person filing will effectively begin Monday, November 10, 2025, which is the next business day. The formal filing should be completed at the Fannin County Clerk's Office.

Here's a look at work planned in Fannin, Grayson, Hopkins, Franklin, Delta, Lamar, Red River, Hunt and Rains Counties for the week starting December 8, 2025.

The most recent meeting of Fannin County Commissioners Court was publicized as a workshop to discuss the precinct system as opposed to hiring a road engineer, but yet another public meeting descended into chaos when Fannin County Judge Newt Cunningham commanded the microphone for the first 8 minutes and 30 seconds and then refused to allow the four commissioners an opportunity to speak.

The mayor has decided to step down from his current position to pursue the office of Fannin County Judge. Pursuant to Article 16, Section 65 of the Texas Constitution, he must step down to run for another elected office. Mayor Pro Tem John Burnett will assume the duties of mayor to ensure continuity of services, as outlined in the City Charter. A special election will take place on Saturday, May 2, 2026, for the office of Mayor in conjunction with the regular election for open positions.

Jennifer Dawn York, 44, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine and was sentenced to 120 months in federal prison by U.S. District Judge Amos L. Mazzant on December 1, 2025.

Rosalind Horton, 34, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute methamphetamine and was sentenced to 24 months in federal prison by U.S. District Judge Amos L. Mazzant on December 1, 2025.

According to year-end figures, McKinney generated over $3.3 million in hotel occupancy tax revenue in FY24-25, surpassing last year’s total by $200 thousand, marking a 6.7% increase. "This record year shows how far we’ve come. Travelers are discovering McKinney in a new way, and our hospitality community is rising to meet that demand," says Aaron Werner, Visit McKinney Executive Director.

We have a few spots left for vendors who sell art and other handcrafted items for our annual holiday market. Shopping hours will be Saturday, December 6 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Bonham City Council approved several zoning changes at a special called meeting. They also approved a warrant amnesty program.