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Nocona Council agrees to chamber request for space

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3 years ago

01/20/2021

Members of the Nocona City Council directed the staff to work with the Nocona Chamber of Commerce on setting up a small visitor’s center located within the new city hall which it is completed adjacent to the H.J. Justin Community Room.
They met with chamber officials in a called meeting Friday to discuss the request. Cheryl Johnson, who has been working with the chamber on a rebranding program, attended along with Patti Fenoglio, Barbara Horton and Destinee Norman. The chamber, which has rented space for a visitor’s center at Tales ‘N’ Trails Museum since 2010, would like to use a small space in the city hall to set up a brochure area and video monitor to promote the community, and a space for a volunteer to be available on the weekends for a few hours. This was especially important during larger events.
City Secretary Revell Hardison said the chamber will keep its main offices at the museum, but also want to have more visibility downtown. After examining the area that is still in the midst of being remodeled, the council directed the city manager to work with the chamber on a location that could be near the restrooms which also has a door directly to outside. These restrooms also are open during events.

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Comic Book Day mini-convention planned

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2 days ago

04/17/2024

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Enjoy a free comic book day mini-convention 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on May 4 at the Bowie Public Library in conjunction with Freakz & Geeks of Bowie.
There will be arts and crafts, comics, a costume contest, special guests, BTXFG exclusive swag give-aways, a video game high-score tournament, vendors and more.
Whether you’re a cosplayer ready to break out your costume, a gaming fanatic looking to throw down, or simply looking for a day of family-friendly fun and entertainment, there’s something for everyone at the Mini Con.
Don’t miss out – come join the festivities and support your local Freaky Geeky community.

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Gold-Burg Bears earn spot at regionals with one-act play

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2 days ago

04/17/2024

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Gold-Burg High School’s one-act play, “Interview,” advanced out of area competition Friday earning a place on the stage for regionals along with Slidell and Avery. Saint Jo received the alternate play.
The Bears will travel to Plano on April 26 for regional 1A University Interscholastic League competition, the last stop before state. Director Linda Fitzner said she will provide additional details on times and locations as soon as they are released to her.
Corbin Gilbert received All-Star cast, Arin Turner and Levi Hellinger, received honorable mention All-Star cast and Lexie Eat received the outstanding sound award. Fitzner said she is so “Proud of our Bears.”

Read the full story that includes results for Saint Jo and Bowie in the mid-week Bowie News.

Pictured above: Gold-Burg High School’s cast and crew of its one-act play at area. (Courtesy photo)

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First ever ‘Rhymin’ at the Justin coming April 26

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2 days ago

04/17/2024

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Officials with the Nocona Chamber of Commerce, Nocona VFW and LG Lemons Art Gallery are happy to announce the first ever poetry, prose, and tall tales event called “Rhymin’ at the Justin.”
The presentations are scheduled for 6 p.m. on April 26 at the H.J. Justin Community Room at 100 Clay in downtown Nocona. Area writers such as David Smith from Waxahachie and others from as far away as Cache and Duncan, OK, Decatur, and Wichita Falls who have a passion for “wordsmithing” will read or recite some of their original material.
The event is free to the public. Table seating will be available for all and you may bring your own dinner and drinks, if you wish. No glass bottles, please. Call or text Larry G Lemons at 940-366-5782, if you need more information.
This new event joins the popular musical jam welcoming area musicians the last Saturday of each month.