Photos from Alarcon Sanchez’s social media posts, showing a man holding AR-style rifles.

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

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

9:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

Join in at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 31 to explore the life and work of J. Frank Dobie. Guest speaker, Mrs. Barbara Caffee, will highlight Dobie’s influential career.

The Texas Liberators: Witness to the Holocaust tells the story of 25 U.S. soldiers who participated in the liberation of the concentration camps in Europe at the end of the Second World War. Upon entering the camps, the soldiers were not prepared for the terror, torture and depravity they discovered. Although they were hailed as liberators by the prisoners, what the soldiers found haunted many of them for the rest of their lives.

As of November, 2025, adult survivors of sexual assault in Fannin County now have increased access to specialized, trauma-informed medical care through a new partnership between the Fannin County Family Crisis Center and TMC-Bonham.

The 2026 spring severe weather season is not too far away, and the National Weather Service and local public safety officials want you to be ready. The National Weather Service (NWS) Office located in Fort Worth will be conducting a free Severe Weather Education class in Grayson County on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Grayson College Center for Workplace Learning Auditorium in Denison. There is no cost to attend this class, no pre-registration is required, and you do not have to be a resident of Grayson County to attend.

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

The McKinney Community Development Corporation (MCDC) has awarded $124,530 in Promotional and Community Event Grants to support a wide range of community events that promote tourism, local business growth, cultural vibrancy, and civic engagement across McKinney.

Due to the hazardous road conditions anticipated on Wednesday, January 28, Meals on Wheels Texoma will be unable to deliver meals. Our primary concern is the safety of both our clients and our dedicated volunteer drivers.

Fannin Central Appraisal District will be closed Wednesday January 28, will open 8:00 a.m. Thursday January 29. The Collections Department hours for Thursday, January 29 and Friday, January 30 will be 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

On January 26, multiple agencies in Fannin County and the surrounding area responded to an emergency call for three brothers (ages 6, 8 and 9) who fell through the ice on a private pond.

The countywide burn ban for Fannin County has been lifted.

Meals on Wheels Texoma, the home-delivered provider in Cooke, Fannin and Grayson Counties will suspend operations on Monday, January 26, and Tuesday, January 27, due to inclement weather. Our homebound clients are encouraged to use one of the additional frozen or shelf-stable meals we delivered last week, in preparation for this weather event.

Bonham City Hall will be closed to the public on Monday, January 26, 2026. Limited staff will be on-site to assist with essential operational needs on a limited basis. Trash service is cancelled for Monday. Our provider will continue to monitor road conditions and provide an alternate service date when available.

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.

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

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 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