Grayson County Historical Society invites you to join them for a presentation on the life of Patrick Henry at their September meeting. One of our presenters for the evening is Dr. Gary N. Sisson, who will bring Patrick Henry to life for our September program. Our other presenter for the evening is Lynn Johnson.

9:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at the Fannin County Courthouse and via Zoom

5:30 p.m. Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at the Derrell Hall Education Center

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.

We have not forgotten and twenty-five years after September 11, 2001, Grapevine’s 9/11 Memorial stands as a lasting tribute to those who lost their lives and to the courage of those who served and protected others on that day. The flight crews were among the first people directly confronted by the attacks, carrying out their responsibilities to care for and protect passengers as the unimaginable unfolded around them. Together, the figures represent courage, service, teamwork and sacrifice – and a reminder of the people who went to work that morning and never came home.

Ike's History Festival is slated for Friday, September 4 and Saturday, September 5. Join the Eisenhower Birthplace State Historic Site for two days of hands-on history fun! From 10:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m., historic and nature-based organizations from around the state will bring what they do best to Denison!

The Fannin County Republican Party is inviting local service organizations, ministries, nonprofits, charities, civic groups, and community outreach programs to participate in "The Best of Fannin County" Services & Ministry Fair as part of the Fannin County Republican Party Annual Picnic on Saturday, September 26, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Bonham Trade Days Park.

The McKinney City Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget and maintained the City's current property tax rate of $0.412284 per $100 of taxable value.

The City of Bonham Utility Department will be repairing a water line beginning at 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 2. Customers in the affected service area should expect a temporary interruption in water service beginning at 9:00 p.m.

Due to change in physical office location, moving and relocation, the District Attorney's Office will have limited in-person interactions and is not open to the public. In-person interactions will be by APPOINTMENT ONLY.

After yet another embarrassing episode of Fannin County Commissioner Court, the most important question Fannin County taxpayers want to know is, how much will they have to pay out because of six indictments that, at least on the surface, appear to be nothing more than politically motivated malicious prosecutions? Fannin County taxpayers have already been informed that they will have to pay $250,000 to hire lawyers to defend against countersuits resulting from those six indictments, but that figure may be dwarfed by the eventual settlements if a court determines the indictments were baseless and politically motivated.

Ahead of today’s public hearing of the Texas Senate Committee on Water, Agriculture, and Rural Affairs, the Sierra Club Lone Star Chapter is urging legislators to require data centers to report their water usage and to pay close attention to the water used by fossil fuel power plants that keep these centers running.

Celebrate fall in Historic Downtown McKinney during one of Texas' most beloved festivals. McKinney Oktoberfest, presented by Tomes Auto Group, brings Bavarian tradition to life with live music, cultural performances, interactive games, authentic flavors, and family-friendly fun all weekend long. photo by Allen Rich

You may file online using E-file, pay online using Certified Payments, email dcrecords@fanninco.net for all search requests or you can call 903-583-7459 for appointments.

History comes to life this fall at Frontier Village & Museum with a unique opportunity to experience 19th-century artillery up close. Participants in the Frontier Village Cannon Crew program will learn about building a black charge, cannon firing safety and procedures, and the important roles performed by members of an artillery crew

One of Frontier Village & Museum’s most popular hands-on programs returns this fall, giving participants the chance to experience the traditional craft of blacksmithing in a historic setting. Beginner Blacksmithing, led by Steven Mildward of Black Dog’s Foundry, offers an introduction to the skills and techniques used by blacksmiths in the 1800s.

9:00 a.m. Monday, August 31, 2026 at the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

1:00 p.m. Monday, August 31, 2026 at the Fannin County Courthouse and via Zoom

Jessica Neely, a Democratic precinct chair from Fannin County and shown here with Clayton Tucker, Democratic Candidate Ag Commissioner, recently brought the perspective of rural Northeast Texas to Austin for two significant gatherings.

Here's a look at work planned in Fannin, Grayson, Hopkins, Franklin, Delta, Lamar, Red River, Hunt and Rains counties for the week starting August 31, 2026.

Community banks across North Texas are coming together to support the volunteer fire departments serving Palo Pinto and Jack counties as they continue battling the Ross Fire. Volunteer firefighters have spent countless hours protecting lives, homes, ranches, businesses, and entire communities as the fire continues to impact the region. In response, Legend Bank partnered with fellow community banks across the region to establish the Ross Fire VFD Fund, a collaborative effort to provide financial support to the Volunteer Fire Departments serving on the front lines. photo by Justin Burney, Vice President, Possum Kingdom East VFD

Construction on the new grocery store is scheduled to kick off later this year on December 7, 2026, with a target completion date set for late summer of next year on September 24, 2027.

It's time to start thinking about Creative Arts Center's annual community art contest. Entries are due September 2.

Tracy Hass, 59, of Trenton, Texas, was sentenced to 25 years in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice Institutional Division in a guilty plea to the offense of Evading Arrest/Detention with Vehicle on August 26, 2026. Judge Christina Tillett of the 336th District Court, presided over the plea.

Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) officials today announced that there will be nighttime road closures on US 75.

The Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) announced the launch of the Texas Design System, a new content library of website components designed to help Texas state agencies create more accessible, user-friendly, and consistent government websites for Texans.

The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) has launched This is Texas Water, the statewide water public awareness campaign for Texas. The initiative is designed to inspire Texans to better understand their water—where it comes from, how much their communities will need in the future, and the infrastructure and planning required to ensure long-term water security.

National Court Reporters Foundation announces inaugural recipients of AHRE Shine Student Scholarships - Kaili Tseng from McKinney, Texas, awarded $1,000.

10:30 a.m. Monday, August 24, 2026 at the Fannin County Courthouse

With time running out to make cuts, the latest running tally indicates that Fannin County's fiscal year 2026-2027 budget is $1,078,698.25 in the red, and that includes $250,000 the county is forced to budget for legal expenses to defend against four countersuits brought on by indictments that were dismissed for Lack of Probable Cause. Fannin County Judge Newt Cunningham warned that the county's legal expenses may be far greater "if it plays out."

A tax rate of $0.413921 per $100 valuation has been proposed by the governing body of City of McKinney.

United States Attorney for the Northern District of Texas, Ryan Raybould, announced today the launch of Project Safe Schools, a federal initiative aimed at protecting students, enforcing accountability and restoring transparency in public schools across North Texas. According to the Texas Education Agency, more than 9,720 educator-misconduct investigations have been opened in the past two years, resulting in hundreds of disciplinary actions and placements on the Do Not Hire registry. Yet, districts across North Texas continue to underreport abuse and retain educators with known misconduct issues.

9:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

US 75 southbound exit to FM 121 (Exit 51) will be closed each night from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. on Aug. 20, Aug. 21 and Aug. 24. Drivers can continue traveling south and take Exit 50.

8:30 a.m. Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at the Fannin County Courthouse and via Zoom

8:45 a.m. Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at the Fannin County Courthouse and via Zoom

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.

TxDOT officials have announced upcoming nightly full closure of the US 75 northbound. The US 75 northbound mainlane closure will begin at 8 p.m. until 5 a.m. Aug 16 until Aug 17.

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