Honey Grove, Texas -- Funeral services for Burl William Proctor, Jr., 84, of Dodd City, Texas, will be held to celebrate his remarkable life at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at Selfs Church of Christ. Pastor John Maxham will officiate. Burial will follow at Shiloh Cemetery. A visitation will take place on August 29, 2025, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home in Honey Grove.

Ivanhoe, Texas -- A graveside service for Stacey Danelle Sanders-Bowen, 56, is scheduled for Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at Bettes Cemetery in Ivanhoe.

Gene Wesley Marshall, 93, passed away quietly at his home in Bonham on August 21, 2025.

Ector, Texas -- Roland Lee Knight, 55, of Ector, Texas, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

Bonham, Texas -- A celebration of the life of Joan Frances Robbins, 81, will be held at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home in Bonham, Texas, on Monday, August 25, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. A visitation will be held on Monday, August 25, 2025, from 12:30 p.m. until service time. Pastor Tammy Lightfoot will be officiating. Her legacy of love and service will continue to inspire all who knew her.

Bonham, Texas -- Sandra Diane Brashier, 57, of Bonham, Texas, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2025, at her home in Bonham, Texas. Sandra dedicated many years to the United States Postal Service as a mail carrier.

Ivanhoe, Texas -- A celebration of the life of Gary Don Vandeventer, 65, will be held on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at Ivanhoe Baptist Church, with Bro. Marty Hutchings officiating. Friends and family are invited to stay, share stories, and celebrate the man who made life brighter simply by being in it.

Leonard, Texas -- A celebration of the life of John Allen Shearer, 82, of Leonard will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 23 in Allen, Texas. Friends may contact the family for details. John will be laid to rest with full military honors at the Dallas–Fort Worth National Cemetery.

Bonham, Texas -- James Ronald Young, affectionately known as Ronnie to his friends and loved ones, passed away on August 9, 2025, at the age of 76.

Bonham, Texas -- A graveside service for Randy Groseclose, 65, of Bonham will be held at Sandy Cemetery on Friday, August 15, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.

Honey Grove, Texas -- A graveside memorial service for Debra Eley Fisher, 68, will be held Saturday, August 16, 2025, beginning at 10:00 a.m. at Allen’s Point Cemetery, North of Honey Grove, Texas.

Bonham, Texas -- Funeral services for Roy E. Renfro Jr., 79, of Pottsboro, Texas, will be held Monday, August 11, at 2:00 p.m. at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home in Bonham, Texas, with a brief visitation beforehand. Interment will follow at Dodd City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Grayson College.

Bonham, Texas -- Kenneth Douglas Newland, a cherished soul known for his unyielding kindness and infectious humor, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025, in Bonham, TX.

Sherman, Texas -- Allen Hulstine Sr., 84, passed away on August 3, 2025, in Sherman, TX. He was born on March 9, 1941, in Kingston, OK. He had a career of 30 years with GTE.

Bonham, Texas -- A Rosary for German Vazquez Villegas, 45, will be held on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, beginning at 6:00 p.m. at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home in Bonham, Texas. A Mass for German will take place on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, beginning at 1:00 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church. Se llevará a cabo un Rosario el martes 5 de agosto de 2025, comenzando a las 6:00 PM en la funeraria Cooper-Sorrells en Bonham, Texas. Una Misa en honor a German se llevará a cabo el miércoles 6 de agosto de 2025, comenzando a la 1:00 p.m. en la Iglesia Católica de Santa Elizabeth, Bonham, Texas.

Addison Oktoberfest, presented by Paulaner, puts a purely Texan twist on a traditional Oktoberfest celebration and will bring approximately 50,000 fans together in Addison Circle...

Fay (Mule) Wilson (1901-1937) was the most famous football player from Honey Grove. After his high school career, he attended Texas A&M University and was a captain of the football team and also lettered in track. After his time in college, he played professional football for the Buffalo Rangers and then for the New York Giants, playing on the 1927 NFL Championship team.

TUPPS Brewery is excited to announce the return of sparkle and fizz to Downtown McKinney with its upcoming Bubbly Bash 2025 – Let’s Get Fizzy! This effervescent celebration Saturday, August 30 will feature a wide variety of bubbly beverages, live music, family fun, and good vibes for all. "We created Bubbly Bash as a way to celebrate the lighter, sparkling side of beverages in a fun and festive atmosphere," said Nicole Wright, Event Planner at TUPPS Brewery.

Tickets are on sale now for Margaritas & Music, featuring Casandra Hashert. Make plans to join your friends at Creative Arts Center on Friday, August 29 for a lovely dinner and concert in our main gallery. Tickets are limited and will be on sale until noon on August 27 or we sell out. No tickets will be available at the door.

Relay For Life Fannin County is partnering with Fine ‘N Shine Car Wash on September 5 and September 6—proceeds will benefit Relay For Life in the fight against cancer!

1883 – The 1883 eruption of Krakatoa begins its final, paroxysmal, stage. Between 20 May and 21 October 1883, the volcanic island of Krakatoa, located in the Sunda Strait, erupted. On 27 August, the island had its most significant eruption, which destroyed over 70% of the island and its surrounding archipelago, afterwards collapsing itself into a caldera. The 27 August eruption had an estimated Volcanic Explosivity Index (VEI) of 6, and is one of the deadliest and most destructive volcanic events in recorded history; the third explosion of that day, which occurred at 10:02 a.m., remains the loudest known sound in history. The explosion was heard 1,930 miles away in Perth, Western Australia, and Rodrigues near Mauritius, 3,000 miles away. The acoustic pressure wave circled the globe more than three times.  At least 36,417 deaths are attributed to the eruption and the tsunamis it created. Significant additional effects were felt worldwide in the days and weeks after the volcano's eruption.

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) officials have announced two upcoming full closures of the southbound main lanes of US 75, beginning at Exit 63 (US 82). The...

Ike's History Festival is slated for Friday, September 5 and Saturday, September 6. Join the Eisenhower Birthplace State Historic Site for two days of hands-on history fun!

9:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 26, 2025 in the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

On Thursday, Aug 28, the Creative Arts Center in Bonham will host a Meet & Greet with the authors of the book Art Makes Magic from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Admission is free and books will be available for sale. Andrea Holmes (left) and Beth Field’s book offers real life experience with much needed encouragement and affirmation to artists and creatives at every point in their path.

At 8:00 p.m. August 24, until 5:00 a.m. August 25, the north bound frontage road between Travis Street and Taylor Street will be closed to facilitate the next phase of construction in this area.

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 25, 2025.

The Sam Bell Maxey House State Historic Site is reaching out to the community for input on the future of its tours, programs, and exhibits. As part of an ongoing commitment to make the site more welcoming, engaging, and educational, the public is invited to participate in a brief Community Engagement Survey designed to gather ideas and feedback from residents, visitors, educators, and history enthusiasts.

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) officials have announced an upcoming ramp closure and detour for travelers in Sherman. Beginning the night of August 20, exit 62 from northbound US 75 to Lamberth Road will be closed to traffic until the new exit ramp is constructed. This closure is part of TxDOT's ongoing efforts to enhance roadway safety and efficiency in the area.

360 Broadband proudly announces the appointment of Samad Javed as the company’s new Director of Sales. With over a decade of experience in sales leadership across national telecom and broadband providers, Samad brings a bold vision and proven strategy to 360’s rapidly growing operations in Oklahoma and Texas.

It is important to note that an indictment is a formal charge and should not be considered as evidence of guilt and that all persons charged with a crime are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

The closure is scheduled from 9:00 p.m. on August 21, until 5:00 a.m. on August 22, to facilitate the deck pour of the new Iron Ore Creek Bridge.

With the financial assistance approved today through the WLAF, the city will replace approximately 60,000 feet of water distribution lines and develop an asset management plan.

Farmers Branch-based Centurion American Development Group has long been known as on of North Texas’ finest and most prolific developers of quality residential communities. Now, the award-winning developer is building a reputation for its leadership in the North Texas golf community. Centurion American has partnered with Horizon Capital Partners to acquire a new development in Bonham called Legacy Ridge. "We are very excited to be partnering with Mehrdad Moayedi and Centurion American on the Legacy Ridge project," said Mark Smith of Horizon Capital Partners. "We have long been bullish on Bonham and the surrounding area and believe that Legacy Ridge offers a unique opportunity to the homebuyer, in a community we consider to be a true hidden gem, Bonham, Texas."

Retired U.S. Marine Nick Pappas is running for Texas Governor. He will be at the regularly scheduled meeting of the Democratic Women of Fannin County on Monday, August 25, 2025 starting at 6:30 p.m.

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.

Fannin County Commissioners Court adopted the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Fannin County Budget, adopted the 2025 Tax Rate of 0.350311, and welcomed the county's new Elections Administrator, Cristian Perez Garcia. (L-R) Newt Cunningham, Fannin County Judge; Jenny Garner, Fannin County Clerk; Cristian Perez Garcia, Fannin County Elections Administrator - photo by Lisa Loiselle

Fall is just around the corner and it is time to start making plans for the 2025 Fannin County Fair Parade. This year's theme is "Make it Grand!" The Fannin County Fair Parade is set for Monday, October 6 at 6:00 p.m. in downtown Bonham. All parade entries are due by Tuesday, September 30 at 3:30 p.m.

Jesse Medina, 42, pled guilty in March 2025 to aiding and abetting the distribution of fentanyl that ultimately resulted in the teenager's death. On Monday, August 18, 2025, Medina was sentenced to 292 months in federal prison by U.S. District Judge David Godbey.

Tarrant County Public Health notified the City of Arlington that three of its mosquito trap samples have tested positive for West Nile Virus.

The Sam Rayburn Museum is pleased to announce the launch of a major capital improvement project. The planned changes to the historic building include essential drainage and foundation repair and maintenance; enhancements to both the main and accessible entrances; and landscaping upgrades. The Rayburn Museum, located in Bonham, Texas, is a division of the Briscoe Center for American History, The University of Texas at Austin.

The City of Bonham Utility Department will be repairing a water line on Monday, August 18 at 9:30 p.m. Please be advised that there will be NO WATER SERVICE North of US 82 from Center St / TX-HWY 78 to Lake Bonham. We are asking ALL City of Bonham residents to CONSERVE water on August 18 and August 19.

Joe Anthony Plascencia, 32, pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition and was sentenced to 137 months in federal prison by U.S. District Judge Amos L. Mazzant, III, on August 14, 2025.

The project consists of seal coat and striping. Various lane closures are to be expected throughout project duration. Motorists who travel frequently in these areas are asked to pay special attention to all barricades, traffic controls and signs, and to reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. The Paris District includes Grayson, Fannin, Hunt, Rains, Hopkins, Franklin, Lamar, Delta, and Red River counties.

This is official notice that there will be a Public Hearing at 5:00 pm, Monday, August 18, 2025, in the Council Chambers of the Sherman City Hall, 220 W. Mulberry St., Sherman, Texas, for the following items.

A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED TAX RATE WILL BE HELD ON September 2, 2025 AT 6:00 PM AT City of McKinney - Council Chambers, 401 E Virginia St., McKinney, TX 75069. The proposed tax rate is not greater than the voter-approval tax rate. As a result, City of McKinney is not required to hold an election at which voters may accept or reject the proposed tax rate.

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 18, 2025.

By a 3-2 vote, Fannin County Commissioners Court voted to take $1.3 million out of reserve in order to spend $980,000 to install a concrete parking lot at the Justice Center, and $263,271.20 to construct storage areas for the district clerk and county clerk at the Justice Center.

9:00 a.m. Monday, August 18, 2025 in the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

Xavier Donnell Porter, 32, was named in an indictment returned by a federal grand jury this week in the Eastern District of Texas charging him with possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, possession of ammunition and possession of a machine gun.

Shock waves from last week's raucous regular meeting of Fannin County Commissioners Court continued to reverberate through the court's regular meeting held Tuesday, August 12, 2025. All five members of Fannin County Commissioners Court were present. Ten residents addressed commissioners court to voice opposition to a Battery Energy Storage System to be constructed on Rec Road 3 near Lake Bonham, the city's water supply.

Bonham City Council appointed BEDCO members and heard concerns about battery energy storage sites that could go in on Rec. Road 3.

At a special meeting held Monday, August 11, 2025, Fannin County Commissioners Court set the proposed Voter Approval Tax Rate at 0.350311. Commissioners court will hold another special meeting to fine-tune the budget at 9:00 a.m. Friday, August 15, 2025.

In 2024, there were 781 traffic crashes in Texas school zones, resulting in two deaths and 17 serious injuries. The most common crash causes were driver inattention, speed, and failure to yield the right of way. This article includes tips for children walking or biking to school, and tips for driving in school zones.

9:00 a.m. Friday, August 15, 2025 at the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

5:30 p.m. Thursday, August 14, 2025 at Ladonia City Hall

Tarrant County Public Health notified the City of Arlington that three of its mosquito trap samples have tested positive for West Nile Virus.

Drivers across North Texas are asked to leave home a few minutes early if possible this week to compensate for busy streets, observe and comply with all school zone signs and keep an eye out for young pedestrians as another year of school gets underway. Remember that using a cell phone while driving through a school zone is illegal.

The Grayson County Historical Society will be meeting Tuesday evening, August 12, at 6:30 p.m. Our guest speaker for the evening is Kearby L. Lyde of Sherman, Texas. His presentation is the 110th Anniversary of the Sinking of the Lusitania.

5:30 p.m. Monday, August 11, 2025

9:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 12, 2025 in the Fannin County Courthouse and via teleconference

This past weekend, the Ector volleyball team competed in the North Hopkins Tournament and came home as silver bracket consolation co-champions.

Brady Fielder's 93.75 trip on Man Hater is 3rd highest-marked ride in PBR Teams history.

The Leonard Lady Tigers cruised into the North Hopkins Volleyball Tournament finals before falling victim to the hometown North Hopkins Lady Panthers in the championship match.

Dodd City sophomore Gracyn Shindler tips the ball over a Trenton defender. The latest polls have Dodd City ranked No. 4 in Class A.

Larry Weishuhn aka "Mr. Whitetail" at work on a deer spotlight count. There are many ways to learn about the deer on your property and in this week's column, Luke shares some tips from Mr. Whitetail. (photo by Luke Clayton)

Bois d'Arc Lake - EXCELLENT - Frogs, flukes, small Texas rigs or shaky heads at the edge of the weeds. The Texas rig rules on this lake pitching and casting around timber in 4-12 feet.

The Leonard Lady Tigers helped sophomore setter Ava Flowers celebrate a remarkable achievement while improving to 11-1 on the year with a four-set win over Wolfe City.

The Ector Lady Eagles took on a pair of Class 2A programs and a Class 4A program and went 1-2 in pool play at the North Hopkins Volleyball Tournament.

Addison Weeks, Gracyn Shindler and Kodi Dorau combined for 42 kills to propel the Dodd City Lady Hornets to a three-set victory over the Class 2A Trenton Lady Tigers.

McKinney High's Mason Seely (1) makes a catch near the end zone against Frisco in a scrimmage on Thursday, August 21, 2025 at McKinney ISD Stadium. (photo by Kevin Bartram/BuzzPhotos.com)

The Leonard Lady Tigers defeated Quitman, Sulphur Bluff and Como-Pickton to go 3-0 in pool play at the North Hopkins Volleyball Tournament. (file photo by Allen Rich)

Broncos speedster Brandon Dixon Jr. fights thru defenders after a long catch, puts on the spin move, and flies to the end zone to score. photos by Buzz Cory/BuzzPhotos.com)

Cotter Trout Dock (870-435-6525) said the clear, cold water released through Bull Shoals Dam keeps the river habitat perfect for the trout provided by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Trout Management Program.

McKinney High's Kiera Gallegos (11) dives for the ball against Rock Hill on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at McKinney High School. (photo by Kevin Bartram/BuzzPhotos.com)

Ava Flowers, Leah Stoy and Ashlynn Cavendar all finished with four kills to lead the Leonard attack. (file photo by Allen Rich)

Addison Weeks and Gracyn Shindler combined for 33 kills as the Dodd City Lady Hornets improved to 4-3 on the year with a 3-1 win over Boles.

After making PBR history last Friday night to go five-for-five and become the first team in PBR Teams history to complete three perfect games, the Texas Rattlers finished Stampede Days with a 1-2 record.

"The Caddo River is a great river for all levels of paddling experience," said Gayla Claborn, owner of Caddo River Camping & Canoe in Glenwood, Arkansas. "This typical pool and drop river is gentle enough for novice paddlers to learn on, yet with enough class I and II rapids along the way to keep it exciting. There are good places to stop to swim and fish along the available routes surrounded by the beautiful Ouachita Mountains. And it is one of the most consistent floating rivers in Arkansas, allowing our season to span from March to September."

In the second day of competition at the Detroit Volleyball Tournament, the Leonard Lady Tigers reeled off their sixth-consecutive win to start the year before falling to Detroit in the finals.

Luke plans to do some hunting from this comfortable set-up in the bed of his truck. In this week’s column, he describes a somewhat unconventional but very convenient method of hunting. (photo by Luke Clayton)

East Texas A&M University has partnered with The Sports Facilities Companies (SFC) to operate its new state-of-the-art sports facility, set to open in fall of 2026.

From September 6, 2025 through March 1, 2026, visitors to Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary in McKinney, Texas will be able to let their imagination run wild as they travel back in time along a half-mile nature trail with 14 life-size animatronic dinosaurs. During the 20th Annual Dinosaurs Live! Life-Size Animatronic Dinosaurs exhibition, these animatronic dinosaurs will move and roar, providing an experience sure to captivate visitors.

Raina and Tim Clark present a check to East Texas A&M. East Texas A&M Marketing and Communications

Southeastern Oklahoma State University has announced the members of the Summer 2025 President's Honor Roll.

Southeastern Oklahoma State University has announced the members of the Summer 2025 Vice President’s Honor Roll.

After decades of academic use, one of East Texas A&M University’s most iconic buildings is coming full circle. Binnion Hall is set to undergo a transformative renovation that will return it to its original purpose: student housing. (East Texas A&M Marketing and Communications)

The program's first cohort will begin in Fall 2025, with applications open now.

"Library of Partial Things" by Dan Jian (courtesy photo). Artist Dan Jian is exhibiting her collage-based drawings in Commerce from August 25 to October 24.

Bonham ISD school board met and discussed the start of the school year. The board approved several routine items and completed required training.

A $30,000 grant from the Texas Pioneer Foundation is giving a major boost to East Texas A&M University's Pride Pathway program—an innovative online teacher certification program that's opening doors for future educators and addressing the teacher shortage in Texas.

PEPPA PIG Theme Park Dallas-Fort Worth is helping families plan their summer visits with confidence, thanks to the Park's 'Rainy Day Promise,' which ensures guests can come back for another day of oink-tastic fun if weather interrupts the experience. Starting August 8, the Park is introducing the all-new Evie’s Wiggle & Giggle Dance Party, a high-energy celebration, complete with music, bubbles and character appearances through September 1. Plus, for three days only, (August 5, 6 and 7) the first 500 guests can enjoy one FREE Mini Muddy Puddles Milkshake, making their visit even sweeter.

The upcoming academic year should be an eventful one at East Texas A&M University's Twin Oaks Farm for Experiential Learning, with several new crops and opportunities for education and community engagement taking root.

A Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees of Bonham ISD will be held August 18, 2025, beginning at 6:00 PM in the Bonham ISD Administration Center, 1005 Chestnut Street, Bonham, TX 75418.

Family Care Clinic, 2105 N Center St., Bonham, TX 75418

CREW at Dallas College to support regional hubs in expanding teacher apprenticeships

When most people think of careers in healthcare, images of doctors, nurses and medical technicians often come to mind. But behind the scenes of every hospital, health campaign and disease prevention effort are public health professionals working to improve outcomes on a much larger scale.

This new agreement allows students currently enrolled in Dallas College’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program to fast-track their journey toward earning a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) through concurrent enrollment at ACE.

Weeks of dedication and hard work recently paid off for 31-year-old Micherre Fox, of Manhattan, NY, when she found a 2.30-carat white diamond at Arkansas’ world-famous Crater of Diamonds State Park. About two years ago, Fox decided that she wanted to find her own diamond for an engagement ring.

New Friends New Life (NFNL) announces the 2025 ProtectHER Award recipients: Erin Nealy Cox (pictured), Chad Frymire, Eliza McCoy, and Laila Mickelwait. The honorees will be recognized at the annual NFNL Stand for Her Luncheon, on September 12 at the OMNI Dallas Hotel. The ProtectHER Awards are presented by Thomson Reuters. The event will feature actress, producer, and advocate Lucy Liu, who will engage in a conversation moderated by NBC 5 anchor Laura Harris.

The Whitewright Martial Arts Center is offering a back to school special for both students and adults. The Martial Arts Center trains students and adults in traditional Korean TaeKwonDo and Chinese Tai Chi. Traditional TaeKwonDo is good for fitness, discipline, focus, self-defense and coordination. The Tai Chi classes teach and help improve balance, focus, relaxation, self-defense and has been shown, by first hand account, to help improve bone density.

Activities for kids, teens and adults!

This is a really easy and REWARDING opportunity to serve! Make a meal for your neighbors and really make a difference in their day! You can drop it off or stay and serve it.

Greenville Municipal Auditorium welcomes Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives to the stage Thursday, October 2, 2025. Showtime is 7:30 p.m.

Open to the public Monday - Friday! Breakfast is served from 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Lunch is served from 11:15 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Ladonia Town Square September 2, 9:00 a.m.
Bonham Multi-purpose center September 17, 9:00 a.m.

Our featured speaker for the afternoon, Dusty Williams, will give a special presentation on "A History of the Grayson & Collin County Line Before the Railroad Came."

Hank Williams Jr. has sold more than 70 million albums worldwide for songs like “Family Tradition,” “A Country Boy Can Survive” and “Whiskey Bent and Hell Bound.” On Aug. 23, this country music Hall-of-Famer is set to light up the stage at Lucas Oil Live.

The McKinney Public Library System invites book lovers and aspiring writers to the McKinney Literary Fest, a two-day event celebrating local voices in literature, art, and publishing. This year's festival will take place Aug. 23–24 at McKinney City Hall, 401 E. Virginia St. The McKinney Literary Fest is a free event made possible by the generous support of the McKinney Public Library Foundation.

Brennen Leigh and Kelly Willis, two-thirds of the dynamic new group "Wonder Women of Country", are teaming up for an evening of songs and stories on the Courtroom Theater stage at McKinney Performing Arts Center.

Save the date! You’re invited to our 2025 Relay For Life Kickoff Community Rally Saturday, August, 23, 2025, from noon until 3:00 p.m., at Fix & Feed 121, 2301 Fix & Feed Dr., Bonham, TX. Help us celebrate our 25th Anniversary of Relay For Life in Fannin County! The public is invited to come enjoy team fundraisers, a blood mobile, food truck, bounce house, and more — fun for the whole family!

Upper Trinity Regional Water District (Upper Trinity) sponsors the free ‘Water My Yard’ to inform Denton and Collin County residents on how long to water their landscape on a weekly basis - - saving water and money. Residents are encouraged to sign up for this free internet-based service at WaterMyYard.org.

Fossil Ridge Roofing is helping Savoy's Sunnyside Cemetery repair a gazebo that will become a Veterans Memorial.

With his signature blend of smoldering vocals, rebellious lyrics and raucous live performances, Gary Allan has become a true force across the modern country music dial. Hits like “Every Storm,” “Right Where I Need To Be” and “Man to Man,” have proved Allan not only has a deep range but also a distinct voice. With his most recent album, Ruthless, Allan explores themes of love, darkness and redemption through songs that are as heavy as they are heartfelt.

Dallas' most scenic spot to sip and be seen, Waterproof at The Statler, will host the city’s best Ladies Night from 9:00 p.m. to midnight every other Thursday this summer.

On Sunday, September 14, '24, 3:00-5:00 p.m., you are invited to attend a Harmony House Concert, featuring James Kirby "live" here while on his USA Tour. Award-winning singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, James Kirby has been selling out venues and captivating audiences worldwide with his mellow voice and distinctive percussive guitar playing.

Josh appeared on Season 12 of American Idol making it in to the Top 20 male finalists. Deadline to purchase tickets is August 19.

With special guests from Bonham Police Department - 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, August 26

The City of Anna, in partnership with One Eleven Art Consulting, invites Texas-based artists to submit original 2D and 3D works for consideration in the permanent art collection of the new Anna Community Library.

As we enter what is usually the hottest month of summer, Upper Trinity Regional Water District (Upper Trinity) is turning up the volume on water conservation with its Give a Drip campaign. Residents should follow local watering rules that limit outdoor watering to no more than two days per week or less and not between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Open to the public Monday - Friday! Breakfast is served from 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Lunch is served from 11:15 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

A new weather station was recently installed in Celina, expanding the coverage areas in northern Denton and Collin counties. Make sure you've signed up to receive free weekly lawn watering recommendations!

On Sunday, August 17, '25, 3:00-5:00 p.m. come chill out with us at Harmony House Concerts on Wildscape Acres. Scott Sean White is a newcomer to our venue, but not to Texas and other singer-songwriters. White is a touring singer-songwriter who has had several songs recorded by country superstar Cody Johnson -- two on Cody’s album Human -- including “God Bless the Boy” and “Made a Home,” and one called “Over Missing You” on Cody’s latest album.

On Sunday, August 31 at 1:00 p.m., the Allen’s Point Cemetery Association will gather at the community center to have their annual homecoming potluck luncheon, with business meeting to follow. Everyone is invited to bring a favorite dish to share.

Friday and Saturday evening performances begin at 7:00 p.m. on Aug. 15 & 16. Sunday afternoon show starts at 2:00 p.m. on August 17.

Reckless Kelly will roll in Saint Jo, Texas, for a performance Friday, August 15. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Showtime is 8:00 p.m. From its roots as a barnstorming Idaho outfit to its modern-day status as a torchbearer for independent Americana music from coast to coast, Reckless has tied Austin rock and cowboy poetry together seamlessly for more than 25 years. Now, the band is slowly winding down its touring days.

Livingston the Lion, a beloved stuffed animal from the late 1800s once owned by Sam Bell Maxey Long, is hosting a special sleepover at the Sam Bell Maxey House State Historic Site! On the evening of Friday, August 15, children are invited to drop off a favorite stuffed animal, doll, or action figure for an overnight adventure at the historic home. Staff will be supervising your stuffed animals and taking pictures of all the fun they will be having!

"The report of a human case of travel-related New World Screwworm (NWS) in Maryland is concerning; however, we must remain level-headed in our response to this pest."

Results of sale Saturday, August 23, 2025 - 890 head

"The goal of the Grayson County Hay Show is to highlight the hay producers' hard work," said D. Chad Cummings, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources.

Every person on Earth lives in a watershed, whether they realize it or not. Although all watersheds are different, most Watershed Protection Plans have many topics in common. These include characterizing the watershed, assessing current water quality data, developing load estimates from differing potential pollutant sources and describing management measures to improve water quality. Additionally, a description of needed educational and outreach activities, a summary of available resources and funding sources, and measures of success to guide progress towards water quality goals are also included in the plan.

Results of sale Thursday, August 21, 2025 - 785 head, 159 cows/bulls

Results of sale Wednesday, August 20, 2025 - 1,613 head

12-week AgriLife Extension agriculture business and land management course begins Aug. 25

Results of sale Monday, August 18, 2025 -1,210 head

The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will host a multicounty beef summit on Aug. 20 in Bellevue. The deadline to register is Aug. 15. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Big things are happening in a corner of the state known for its quiet beauty and strong community ties. Native Prairies Association of Texas’ newest chapter is taking root in Northeast Texas, where prairie advocates are already stepping up, sharing knowledge, and building momentum.

Results of sale Saturday, August 16, 2025 - 990 head

Alternative crops like sunflowers continue to be a small part of Texas agricultural production, but producers are making them a value-added addition to their annual operations. (Laura McKenzie, Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Consider the case of jazz guitarist Mary Osborne, a native of Minot, North Dakota.

Bob Dylan occasionally backed her up on harmonica and, according to Wikipedia, Karen Dalton was born July 19, 1937 in Bonham, Texas. Records show that her mother, Evelyn J. Fletcher Cariker, was born February 11, 1914 in Ector. "Karen was tall, willowy, had straight black hair, was long-waisted and slender...what we all wanted to look like," recalled Lacy J. Dalton.

(L-R) Tom Mc Holmes and Lewis Donaghey. For more than one hundred years, the heart and soul of Trenton, Texas, current population about 700, was embodied by the town’s two oldest businesses, The First National Bank of Trenton and The Trenton Tribune, and the three generations of the two families behind those enterprises, the Donagheys and the Holmeses. photo by Allen Rich

The idea of being chained to a timeclock in a factory grated on Dean Price. "I hated being a prisoner to the system of employment for my livelihood," he says. "More than anything else in life, my desire was to become a prisoner of Mother Nature."

This particular story begins as the clock strikes midnight. Joe Price raced out of his house near the Red River to fetch a doctor for his laboring wife, Sybil Price. Left to brave her labor solo, the oil in the lamps ran out, and the ambitious nature of her son became clear. In the wee hours of morning dark, Harold Dean Price made his way into his mother's arms. The two of them huddled in the dark alone and Harold's mother affectionately dubbed him “my little Dean.”

It is doubtful that anyone knows more about the historic statue of James Butler Bonham that graces the southeast corner of the Fannin County Courthouse square in downtown Bonham, or Allie Tennant, the internationally known Dallas sculptor who created this homage in bronze to a fallen hero of the Alamo, than former Texas State Historian, Light Cummins. Cummins even wrote a biography of Allie Victoria Tennant, a Dallas sculptor who lived from 1892 to 1971.

Old copies of the Bonhi Weekly dating back to 1918 are brittle and yellowed with age now, but fortunately they were safely stored away by a wise librarian, Glenda Meador, who appreciated the history those crumbling pages represent. Back in 1928, the University of Texas gave its 1,200 incoming freshmen an English exam designed to divide the class into sections based on aptitude. Of the 1,200 first-year students, only 27 received a grade of 90 or above. No one should be surprised to know that Austin High ranked first in Texas with five graduates deserving of an “A.” But would you believe Bonham High School tied Dallas High for second place?

On November 28, 1839, upon motion by Daniel Rowlett, the Republic of Texas expanded the western boundary to include land that later became Grayson, Collin, Cooke, Denton, Montague, Wise, Clay, Jack, Wichita, Archer, Young, Wilbarger, Baylor, Throckmorton, Hardeman, Foard, Knox, Haskell, Stonewall, King, Cottle, and Childress counties, as well as parts of Hunt and Collingsworth counties.

(L-R) Robyn Dockery, Regina Wallace and Jaylen Wallace were working hard on the serving line to keep up with the crowd at the annual Gober BBQ on Sunday, June 22, 2025. As you would expect of one of the oldest counties in North Texas, Fannin County has a rich heritage of close-knit agricultural communities with traditional celebrations.

Ft. Inglish Village welcomes new staff members Don and Jo Cofer. They bring a love of history and many skills to help maintain the various buildings and attractions at Ft. Inglish. There is no charge to visit the Fort, but donations are appreciated.

Cory Morrow headlined the Fannin Agricultural Association's 3rd Annual Steaks on Main cook-off and free concert in historic downtown Bonham. Some of the region's best grilling teams competed for $5,000 of prize money in the cook-off but the biggest winners may be local FFA organizations and 4-H clubs that benefit from this event's proceeds and carry on the area's proud agricultural tradition.

Fannin County is home to several outstanding fruit farms, including peaches and strawberries. The Andy and Debra Walker’s multigenerational blueberry patch is one that fruit enthusiasts won't want to miss. Forty years ago, seven hundred blueberry plants were meticulously planted by Harold and Oleta Walker, a pair of farmers always fighting to be ahead of the next big trend.

As the world embraces cleaner energy and electric vehicles (EVs), the production of renewable energy and its storage is driving a shift towards more sustainable technology. However, behind this transition lies a growing concern. Lithium, a key component in batteries, presents significant environmental and safety hazards that are often overlooked.

Heritage Day Festival headliner Josh Weathers performs for the crowd Saturday night in historic downtown Bonham, Texas. During the annual Bonham Heritage Day Festival, residents paid homage to the original inhabitants of this region -- the Caddo Nation -- and to the intrepid French trappers who ventured up from New Orleans in the 1700s in search of pelts.

The public is invited to the planting of a "special" bois d'arc tree on the grounds of the historic Fannin County Courthouse at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 3, 2025, during Bonham Heritage Day. The tree was picked out and donated by Texoma’s very own and well-known bois d'arc tree expert, John Baecht, who will have a bois d’arc woodworking station set up on the grounds of the courthouse and will be doing demonstrations the remainder of the day for Heritage Day. What better way to celebrate Bonham / Fannin County’s relationship with bois d’arc than on Bonham Heritage Day.

Water is flowing through five new streams in North Texas this spring, bringing life back to areas impacted for decades by severe erosion and habitat loss. Upper Trinity Regional Water District (UTRWD) restored the streams as part of environmental mitigation for future Lake Ralph Hall, Texas’s newest major lake under construction near Ladonia.

In conjunction with Heritage Day and the Vive le Bois d’Arc celebration on May 3, the Fannin County Museum of History is delighted to have a display of prehistoric and Caddo artifacts in the display case on the 2nd floor of the Fannin County Courthouse.

You walk into the Credit Union of Texas, Don Toro or Studio 94 on the east side of the Bonham square, into Belle Rae's on the north, into Blessing & Butterflies or The Curiosity Shop on Main south of the Courthouse: do you look down? What do you see when you cross the threshold into these businesses? Do you see Bonham's past?

Bonham resident Kay Sisk has collected postcards of Bonham for many years, finding them at trade shows and estate sales. Some of the postcards were given away free by local businesses, and some were sold. The Fannin County Museum of History asked Kay to display some of her postcards in the display case on the 2nd floor of the courthouse.

Please join us at the March meeting of the Fannin County Historical Commission on March 18 at 6:00 p.m. to learn about the contributions of Mabel Gilbert, a very early Fannin County pioneer, to Fannin County, Dallas and points west. Deborah Cornelius has written a historical novel about his remarkable life and times. Join us at 6:00 p.m. on March 18 at the Fannin County Historical Commission’s office at 1 Center Street in Bonham to meet Deborah and learn about Mabel Gilbert’s time in Fannin County.

A large crowd filled Lyday Hall at Honey Grove Library & Learning Center on Saturday, March 1, 2025, to hear what local archeologist Cody Davis and his cohorts discovered in the area that is now covered by Bois d'Arc Lake.

When Kalin and Tricia moved their young family from the city to rural Fannin County, it was a dream they had worked and saved to make come true -- to escape the noise and chaos of the metroplex for a peaceful existence, surrounded by woodlands, wildlife and serenity. Then they heard bulldozers clearing trees.

"Japanese War Brides: Across a Wide Divide" begins a national tour December 14 at Irving Archives and Museum in Irving, Texas. These young women left their homes to build lives within the complexities of postwar American society. Their experiences reshaped communities by challenging immigration laws and race relations. The arrival of these brides marked the largest women-only immigration event in U.S. history and, by 1960, had increased the population of Asian Americans in the U.S. by 10%.

The Fannin County Museum of History has several Fannin County history books for sale that might be just perfect for someone you know. The books are available for purchase at the Museum and are also available on Amazon.

Historic Fannin County newspapers often featured beautiful front pages for their Christmas editions. An exhibit of these newspapers is now on display on the 2nd Floor of the Fannin County Courthouse. Visit the courthouse during this season to view this display and beautiful decorations.

Upper Trinity's contractors are finishing up construction on five new streams near future Lake Ralph Hall, which will flow into the North Sulphur River. The newly connected tributary streams are naturally beginning to flow with rainwater this fall, bringing life back to areas impacted for decades by severe erosion and loss of habitat. Restoring the tributaries of the river to their natural, curved paths helps mitigate the area's severe erosion and provide previously lost habitat.

Texas has been home to many imaginative scientists, artists, and writers. Because of their dreams and determination, they changed how people saw the world. One Texas writer in particular, Gene Roddenberry, created one of the most successful science fiction stories today, Star Trek.

In mid-August, while in line outside Arby’s takeout in Sherman, the vehicle in front had a sticker on the back window: “Don’t California My Texas.”

Secretary of the Treasury Bessent, the Council of economic Advisers, and other administration financial personnel must continue to provide sound input to President Trump's economic policies; and try to counsel him prior to his pronouncements concerning the economy.

Bessie Coleman had said as a child that she wanted to make something of herself. For an African-American at the turn of the century, there were few opportunities for that to happen.

When President Trump stood in the front of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Washington, DC on June 1, 2020 holding up a Bible, too much of the media focused on whether it was upside down or not.

If you ever find yourself near Leonard, Texas, don’t just pass through, pull over. Chelsi’s Country Coffee is more than a caffeine stop; it’s where community, comfort, and creativity collide. With every cup, you’re not just tasting a drink, you’re sipping on small-town heart and hometown hustle.

Japanese Lieutenant Hiroo Onoda was the last soldier in the Philippines to lay down his arms. He was finally convinced in 1974 that the war was over and he began a life worth living.

"Houston, we've had a problem," were the words of Apollo 13 astronaut Jim Lovell when an explosion crippled the spacecraft and threatened the lives of the crew.

Let me tell you about a little spot in Bonham where the flavors are bold and the welcome is warmer than a Texas summer. At K Garden, authentic Korean food isn’t just served; it’s shared, with heart and history behind every bite. What started as a peaceful move to the country turned into one of the most Seoul-ful dining experiences in Fannin County.

In my history lectures at Austin College, I would sometimes open with a question and ask if anyone could answer it.

Nestled in the Davis Mountains is one of the most important centers of learning in the world located in one of the most remote parts of the state, the famed McDonald Observatory, run by the University of Texas.

When Texas loses a man like Charles W. “Doc” Graham, it’s more than the end of an era; it’s a loss remembered across all corners of the state.