Mark your calendars for December 1, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. as we enjoy the annual Holiday Parade, "Home for the Holidays - Celebrating 175 Years of Christmases in Bonham!"

Excitement is growing for one of Bonham's most popular events, the annual Holiday Wine Stroll & Taste of Bonham. In addition to local favorites Landon Winery, Cooley Bay, and our own Neighbors Place, the stroll welcomes Rio to Red Winery, Blue Duck Winery and new this year to the stroll, Cedar Hollow Winery & Vineyards from Farmersville. Ticket holders will enjoy tastings from each winery as well as delicious samplings from Bluebonnet Bakery & Catering, Purple Cow Chacuterie, Gayle’s Cajun Kitchen, Aunt B’s Sweets & Treats, J&S BBQ, Swee Annie’s Creations, B-Town Nutrition, Luna Azul, and The Shepard Family Café.

Here's a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Nov. 27, 2023.

Texas Department of Transportation officials today announced that concrete barriers will be installed in the median of US 82 in Grayson County, from Loy Lake Road to FM 1417, starting on Nov. 27, 2023. This project will install permanent traffic barriers in the median of this portion of US 82 to help prevent crossover head-on collisions on this roadway in the future. Occasional lane closures will be necessary while this project is underway, officials said.

9:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

Public hearing 8:20 a.m. Thursday, November 30, 2023; public meeting 8:30 a.m. November 30 at the Fannin County Courthouse

The Texas Department of Transportation is proposing to widen US 75 in Grayson County from FM 1417 south to the Grayson-Collin County line. This project would extend from FM 1417 south to the Collin-Grayson County line. Property owners along this portion of US 75, along with local government and public officials, have an opportunity to comment on the environmental review process for this project.

Fannin County Emergency Management is recruiting for volunteers in two different programs: Search and Rescue Task Force, and Emergency Management Auxiliary (CERT) .

We provide veterans with healthcare services at 16 locations serving North Texas. Our facilities include Dallas VA Medical Center, Garland VA Medical Center, and Sam Rayburn Memorial Veterans Center in Bonham. We also operate the North Texas VA Mobile Center for veterans who are homeless and 11 community-based outpatient clinics in Dallas, Decatur, Denton, Fort Worth, Granbury, Grand Prairie, Greenville, Plano, Sherman, and Tyler.

When you donate to Fannin Literacy Council's Hope Program it is WIN WIN for everyone! You can get it out of the way and help fellow citizens at the same time.

Every year Grayson County opens it's drive-through Holiday Lights display. Frontier Village and Museum invites you to stop by the Museum building for the reception for the opening of the Holiday Lights in Loy Lake Park. Friday, November 24, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Enjoy the refreshments being served and come see Santa!

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is proposing roadway and operational improvements to two segments of Loop 286 around Paris, Texas. TxDOT started studying long-term improvements to Loop 286 in 2018 before selecting two short-term projects, the Northeast Loop and Southeast Loop, to be further developed as a continuation of the project.

BEDCO Executive Director Gayle Cooper announced her pending retirement at a regular meeting of Bonham Economic Development Corporation (BEDCO) Board of Directors held Monday, November 20, 2023. BEDCO Board President Alan McDonald thanked Cooper for her service to the community. Cooper's last day will be December 6. She plans to relocate to Montreal to be closer to her daughter.

Residents and other interested parties are invited to share feedback regarding three development teams seeking to partner with the city to redevelop city-owned properties in McKinney’s historic downtown at a public event between 5:30 - 8:45 p.m. on Nov. 28 at City Hall, 222 N. Tennessee St.

Fannin County Commissioners Court voted to approve an amount of up to $413,829.00 for the demolition of (a) the northwest portion of the old Wal-Mart building loading area; (b) interior finishes in buildings, including the old Wal-Mart and Brookshire's; and (c) the strip center located at the new Justice Center site.

On Saturday, 18 November 2023, the Fannin County Amateur Radio Club met at the gazebo at First Presbyterian Church in Bonham for a quick meeting prior to grilling the hotdogs for the Spirit of Giving.

9:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

This is official notice that there will be a Public Hearing at 5:00 pm, Monday, November 20, 2023, in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 220 W. Mulberry, Sherman, Texas, for the following Ordinance. The Meeting at which this Item is to be considered is open to the public as required by law.

5:30 p.m. Monday, November 20

Texas Department of Transportation officials today announced the temporary closure of the FM 1417 Southbound Exit Ramp to State Highway 56 starting Nov. 20, weather permitting.

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 City of Anna Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce the release of its comprehensive Winter Recreation Guide, showcasing an extensive selection of programs and events scheduled from December through February.

The Texas Lakes Trail is pleased to announce that the Bonham Visitor Center won a $500 grant at the Annual Conference. The award was presented during the Texas Lakes Trail Annual Conference at the Arlington Music Hall on Monday, November 6, 2023. L-R: (Laurie Mosley - Texas Lakes Trail 2023 Board Chair, Melissa Maxwell Director of Tourism - City of Bonham, Jenn Self Knight Assistant - Bonham Visitor Center, Jill Jordan Campbell - Trail Director, & John Aker, Texas Historical Commission)

Fannin County Commissioners Court voted 4-0 to approve a resolution regarding Fannin County’s intent to provide 1% of the funding needed for the Highway 121 TxDOT Improvement Project. The City of Bonham has also announced its intent to provide 1% of the funding for a project estimated to cost $155 million if it was started now. In other business, Fannin County Commissioners Court approved regulations for sexually oriented businesses and RV parks.

Bonham residents Brenda Moore and Sue Smith requested city council to allow a regular schedule of pickleball play at the Roy V. Floyd Community Center. They reported that since last February, there have been two pickleball courts at the Family Life Center in Bonham that have attracted 12-25 players each time the courts were opened. These courts even attracted regional interest, with folks traveling from neighboring towns and counties to play on these courts. In September, the Family Life Center was flooded due to a pipe breaking. Local pickleball players are seeking a new location to play.

Come visit the Frontier Village Annual Membership Meeting as we unveil the New 'Friends of the Village' Member Benefits. Visit with us and see if you would like to take part in the new activities this year: we have something for all ages.

Visit McKinney is now accepting tourism grant applications from organizations planning events or initiatives that promote the City of McKinney as a tourism destination.

9:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

In law enforcement there is a need for quality training, but the budget doesn't always have room for it. Thanks to Cody Shook for understanding the need.

On Friday afternoon, November 10, city crews located a sewer main that had collapsed south of the prison off Silo Road.

The City of McKinney announced the hiring of Omar Rodriguez to fill the position of Chief Information Officer. His first day is today, Nov. 13.

Despite the cold and rainy weather, more than 50 local people came to Bonham City Hall at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 9, 2023 to learn more about the proposed Bonham Master Plan. Allen Sanderson, leader of the Downtown Advisory Group, welcomed everyone in attendance. Everyone in attendance was encouraged to get one of the paper forms being provided, write in their comments and turn the paper back in. Later, folks in attendance were encouraged to get up, walk around to review the poster-size pages of the plan and write down their feedback.

To address increasing growth in the region, Denton County and the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) have partnered to study a potential new location east-west freeway portion of the Regional Outer Loop in Denton County, extending approximately 23 miles from I-35 on the west to the Dallas North Tollway on the east.

5:30 p.m. Monday, November 13, 2023

The McKinney Fire Department (MFD) responded to an Alert 3 call for a plane crash at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday. The flight originated in Midland and was trying to make an emergency landing at Aero Country Airport (255 Aero Country Rd, McKinney, TX 75071).

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.

Learn about birdwatching with the Bois d’Arc Chapter naturalists at the Sam Rayburn House State Historic Site on Saturday, November 11, 2023! Beginning at 9:00 a.m., the Bois d’Arc Chapter of the Texas Master Naturalists will give a presentation about birdwatching for anyone interested in discovering this hobby that can help international conservation efforts while improving your physical and mental health. This program is free, you do not need to bring any supplies, and people of all ages may take part.

If you would like to donate, we are accepting monetary donations.

Report: November 4, 2023 – 500 BL W. Sam Rayburn Dr., Reporting Officer – Sgt. Trevor Franz. A call for service was received in reference to Forgery.

Fannin County Commissioners Court is expected to vote on an ordinance restricting Sexually Oriented Businesses, as well as Recreational Vehicle Park Regulations for Fannin County, at the court's next regular meeting November 14, 2023.