COUNTY LIFE
Lewis retires as county judge, Benton to fill out term
By BARBARA GREEN
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Montague County Judge Rick Lewis, who has served for the past six years, announced his retirement Monday with Justice of the Peace Two Kevin Benton, selected by the commissioner’s court to fill the remainder of the term until the end of 2021.
Jack Pigg, retired law enforcement officer and businessman, was named to fill out the JP term which also ends in 2021.
Lewis announced his retirement following a brief 15-minute closed session, both Pigg and Benton attended. The judge was clearly emotional making the announcement with a “sad heart” after a difficult month.
“This has been the honor of my life to have the citizens of Montague County entrust me with this job. It is very humbling. I thank this court, we did a lot of great things in six years I am proud of us as a court. This has been special,” said Lewis.
The letter stated: “It is with a sad heart and deep regret that I announce my retirement today, June 22, 2020, effective June 24. There are personal issues that require my decision, and I feel that not only is it in my best interest, but in the absolute best interest of the county. This has been one of the greatest experiences of my life, and I have been humbled by the citizens of this county for giving me the opportunity and responsibility to represent Montague County as their county judge.”
Read the full story in the mid-week Bowie News.
COUNTY LIFE
Jammin’ at the Justin makes temporary move
The March 30 Jammin’ at the Justin makes a move to the Nocona Senior Citizens Center, 400 Boston due to a scheduling conflict.
Jammin’ begins at 6 p.m. Come out to play or sing, or just sit back and enjoy the music at the free show. Tips will go to the senior center.
COUNTY LIFE
Bowie one-act advances to area
Bowie High School’s one-act play, “A Monster Calls,” advances to area on April 13 in Clyde after a great showing at bi-district competition.
The production got second place and advances with Eastland and Early. Lia Meier and Corban Word received All Star Cast, and Owen Hofbauer received honorable mention All-Star Cast. The tech award went to Adamari Alonso for lights.
The show is directed by April Word. A time for the area performance will be announced as soon as it is released. There will be a public performance of the play at 6:30 p.m. April 7 in the Bowie Junior High Auditorium.
Area OAPs
Gold-Burg, Saint Jo, Forestburg and Bellevue High Schools take their plays to district contests on March 29 at North Central Texas College theater.
Bellevue will be the first play of the day at 10 a.m. The rest perform at about one-hour intervals with a break for lunch. Saint Jo is next followed by Forestburg and Gold-Burg.
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