COUNTY LIFE

State Rep. Drew Springer hits legislative highlights during three county town halls

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11 years ago

07/22/2015

By BARBARA GREEN

During a series of three Montague County town hall sessions last Saturday, District 68 State Representative Drew Springer, discussed what he called the “marquee” gun bills of the 84th Texas Legislative Session, along with passage of “the most conservative budget” in years.

Springer, who makes his home in Muenster, visited Bowie, Nocona and Forestburg.

Talking with a group of 20 citizens in Bowie, Springer said the open carry and campus carry laws were certainly the “marquee bills” of the session that garnered lots of publicity.

While the nation’s second most-populous state has allowed concealed handguns for 20 years, the passage of the new open carry law in June eliminated the outright ban on open carry that dates back to the post-Civil War era.

Texas was one of only six states with a ban on open carry. The law takes effect on Jan. 1, 2016. Read the full story on the Bowie town hall meeting in the mid-week News.

Pictured: District 68 State Representative Drew Springer recognized local and area Department of Public Safety troopers and Texas game awards with certificates presented at Saturday’s Bowie town hall meeting. Pictured are: Game Warden Chase McAnnich, Trooper James Bacon, Springer, Trooper Chris Worley and Captain Pat Canan, Texas Parks and Wildlife. (Photo by Barbara Green)

COUNTY LIFE

Amity Club readies Mad Hatter Tea Party for Aug. 1

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3 days ago

07/23/2026

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Amity Club of Bowie presents its annual Mad Hatter Tea Party and Style Show on Aug. 1 at the Bowie Community Center.
The event begins at 11 a.m. with doors opening at 10:30 a.m. Tickets are $25 with limited seating. Call Angela Short at 940-841-1315 or Patti Poe 940-867-3973 for tickets.
The Mad Hatter Tea presents a beautifully decorated party with unique table decorations done by club members or other sponsors. Guests are invited to come in your “Sunday finest/tea party attire” topped off with a hat.
All ages are welcome. There will be door prizes and prize drawings. Local businesses will be featured in the style show and guests will enjoy tea party themed food and tea.
Proceeds support Project Beautiful, Aaron’s Angels and Amity Club scholarships.

COUNTY LIFE

2026 Guide celebrates American’s birthday

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3 days ago

07/23/2026

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The 2026 Guide is inside your Thursday Bowie News. Enjoy this year’s visitor’s and newcomer’s guide as its celebrates the 250th birthday of America and Montague County’s place in that evolution. While the county was not created as the United States began its journey after the revolutions, it’s place in the Indian Territory, Louisiana Purchase, the fledgling state of Texas all lead to its place in the great Lone Star state. Please find the guide in your Thursday paper, and later it will be available free in various locations.

COUNTY LIFE

Christmas in July events planned in Nocona

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3 days ago

07/23/2026

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The Nocona Chamber of Commerce invites the community to celebrate summer with a little Christmas spirit during its Christmas in July Sip & Shop from 5:30 to 8 p.m. on July 24.
The event will feature participating chamber businesses throughout Nocona, each offering a unique shopping experience with refreshments, special promotions and plenty of small- town hospitality. Residents and visitors are encouraged to spend the evening exploring local shops, supporting small businesses, and enjoying everything downtown Nocona has to offer.
Shoppers who visit participating businesses will have the opportunity to enter for a chance to win a $100 gift card giveaway. Entry forms will be available at participating locations, giving attendees another reason to visit as many businesses as possible throughout the evening.

Read the full story in the Thursday Bowie News.