COUNTY LIFE

Nocona ISD proposed $15.1 million bond for new high school

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10 years ago

02/20/2016

For the first time in 38 years, citizens of Nocona will be voting on a school bond election set for May 7.
The $15,100,000 bond is for a new high school and will allow all students to be moved into the main campus buildings.
The school board voted at a special meeting on Feb.18 to call the election for the bond proposal.
“We want to provide the best learning environment for our kids that we can provide for the future of Nocona, and this is the best way to do that,” said Dr. Vickie Gearhart, superintendent.

Read the full story in the weekend News.

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Senior citizen health fair on June 11

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11 hours ago

06/10/2026

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There will be a Summer Kick-Off Health Fair for senior citizens from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on June 11 at the Bowie Senior Citizens Center.
Join the group for a free chicken spaghetti lunch, door prizes and games. The Lions Club will host free eye exams and there will free blood pressure checks.
Questions can be directed to Cynthia Hawkins at 940-366-4960 or Ashlie McCarty at 940-500-8954. The center is located at 502 Pelham Street.

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Take precautions during high temperatures

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1 day ago

06/09/2026

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Third Music in the Park scheduled June 13

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7 days ago

06/04/2026

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As summer opens, the third annual Music in the Park is planned for June 13 in Pelham Park.
This free musical evening will feature a unique array of musical talent to entertain as guests pull up their lawnchairs under the large oak trees. Hosted by the Bowie Community Center and R&K Sound Company, music begins at 4:30 p.m.

The Lowdown Drifters will be headliner with the opening acts of Jesse Wadsworth, Thad Murphy and the Monty Dawson Band of Bowie.

Read the full story in your Thursday Bowie News.

Top photo – ZZ Top Texas performed at the 2025 Music in the Park event. (News file photo)