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.

Celebrate Women's History Month by learning about the women of the Maxey House at a free open house slated for Saturday, March 8, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.

The guest speaker for the Grayson County Historical Society on Tuesday, March 11 is one of our local pediatricians, Dr. Jeannine Hatt, giving this month's program titled "Diseases That Were Once Common But Which You May Never See Again."

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA BEAUFORT COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION FILE NO. 24JT001078-060 NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS

Due to an ongoing power outage at McKinney City Hall, Tuesday's City Council meeting will be rescheduled to 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 5.

The streets of Historic Downtown McKinney will come alive during the Arts in Bloom celebration April 11-13 with fascinating sights and sounds featuring fine artists, musicians, Texas wineries, and food vendors.

Chris Cravens, one of the featured artists at Creative Arts Center in Bonham, puts the finishing touches on one of his favorite subjects, Willie Nelson, at the inaugural Taste of Chocolate Gala held at the Multipurpose Complex in Bonham on February 22.

9:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) officials have announced an upcoming new traffic signal in Whitewright at the US 69/SH 11/SH 160 intersection.

This is official notice that there will be a Public Hearing at 5:00 p.m., Monday, March 3, 2025, in the Community Room of the Sherman Police Department, 2600 W. Travis St., Sherman, Texas, for the following Ordinances.

The temporary Ladonia Fossil Park will permanently close starting March 3, 2025, for planned construction on Lake Ralph Hall. Upper Trinity Regional Water District (Upper Trinity) is coordinating with the City of Ladonia and Ladonia Chamber of Commerce to open a new, fossil park on FM 904 this fall (2025) with additional amenities.

Here's a look at work planned in the district for the week starting March 03, 2025. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues.

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.

On February 27, 2025, Judge Duncan Thomas appointed the Dallas County District Attorney's Office to handle the prosecution of the six (6) cases indicted on December 19, 2024, related to the Fannin County Courthouse restoration. Following the recusal of the Judge of the 336th District Court, the Fannin County District Attorney's office also requested to be recused (or removed) from prosecution of these cases due to a direct conflict of interest since one of the defendants is a sitting county commissioner.

The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) will temporarily change the disinfectant in its water treatment process from March 3 through 31, 2025. The annual, routine change is necessary to maintain the regional system and year-round water quality.

During its meeting on December 3-4, 2024, the State Commission on Judicial Conduct concluded a review of the allegations in this matter against the Honorable Laurine Blake, judge of the 336th District Court in Bonham, Fannin County, Texas. Judge Blake was advised by letter of the Commission's concerns and provided a written response.

The 2025 Earth Day Festival, Sherman's premier environmental awareness event, will return on April 26 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with an expanded lineup of workshops, entertainment, and recycling opportunities. Vendors and non-profit organizations can save $15 on registration fees by registering before March 1, with final registration remaining open through April 16 for businesses and organizations interested in participating in this community celebration.

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.

Criminal District Attorney John Skotnik reports that the Fannin County Grand Jury heard twenty�-six (26) cases presented for its consideration during the February 20th session. Twenty�-five (25) cases were true billed.

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

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

The closure is scheduled from 9:00 p.m. on Feb. 26, until 5:00 a.m. on Feb. 27, to facilitate the removal of an existing overhead sign bridge.

The road closure will be at J P Cave Road on the north end and Webb Smith Road on the south end. The road will be open to local traffic only with extra barricades and signs at Choctaw Creek 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.

Property Fraud Alert is a free online service offered to our property owners. This service monitors names of newly filed documents and notifies individuals when a document has been filed with that name on it. The Fannin County Clerk, Jenny Garner, encourages every property owner to sign up for this service.

Tiffane Chantial Volz, 37, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute fentanyl and was sentenced to 235 months in federal prison by U.S. District Judge Amos Mazzant on February 18, 2025.

The Melissa Police Department (MPD) begins the enforcement of commercial vehicle traffic laws to ensure the safety of all drivers and protect city roadways from excessive wear and damage. This initiative, made possible by the voter-approved Crime Control and Prevention District (CCPD), will allow officers to conduct more frequent inspections and enforce weight limits on commercial vehicles traveling through Melissa.

Austin College will host its annual Dr. Kenneth Street Law Symposium on Thursday, February 20, 2025, with the theme, Ethical Challenge and Legal Reform in an Era of Incivility.

Out of an abundance of caution and for the safety of our seniors and volunteers, Meals on Wheels Texoma will be closed on Thursday, February 20, due to the anticipated severe weather.

The Denison Development Alliance will meet in a regular session beginning on Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 4:00 P.M. in the Conference Room at the Denison Development Alliance, 115 N. Rusk Ave, Denison, Texas 75020

We are sad to report that our pipes are frozen, so we have had to close the center and cancel classes for today. Thursday's classes are tentative.

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) officials have announced upcoming alternating lane closures of the northbound main lanes of US 75, beginning at FM 691. The closure is scheduled from 9:00 p.m. on Feb. 19, until 5:00 a.m. on Feb. 20, to facilitate the hanging of concrete deck panels on the new Spur 503 bridge.

The contractor was awarded the contract for the 1.70-mile US 75 Project, valued at more than $145.4 million, which is designed to provide long-term transportation and operational improvements on US 75 from US 82 to SH 91. The project will widen the four-lane roadway to six-lanes-divided from US 82 to SH 91. The project will include reconstruction of the frontage roads as well as reconfigure and improve the intersection at US 75 and SH 91.

This is official notice that there will be a Public Hearing at 5:00 pm, Monday, February 17, 2025, in the Community Room of the Sherman Police Department, 2600 W. Travis St., Sherman, Texas, for the following Ordinances.

Do you know the love stories of your ancestors? Join us at six o'clock next Tuesday evening, February 18, in the History Room at the Honey Grove Library.

***Here's a look at work planned in the district for the week starting February 17, 2025.

Interested parties should file with their respective city or school district. The only requirements to run for office are residence within the entities’ boundaries and must be a registered voter.

Representative Shelley Luther is excited to announce her appointment to the following critical committees...

The deadline to file as a candidate is Friday, February 14, 2025.

The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) is pleased to announce the appointment of Bobby Wilkinson, executive director of the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA), to the FHLB Dallas Affordable Housing Advisory Council (Advisory Council).