COUNTY LIFE
Chisholm Trail Heritage Festival schedule; Longhorns cancelled
Bowie Chamber of Commerce officials announced Friday the Chain Ranch Longhorns of Woodward, OK, scheduled to appear in town for the festival Saturday will be unable to attend due to the massive wildfires sweeping Oklahoma. The western parade will continue as planned with wagons, buggies and outriders, as will all the other day’s activities. Participants will take a moment at the start to remember those impacted by the fires and donations will taken throughout the day by the chamber which will be sent to the ranchers in need.
In Oklahoma more than 200,000 acres have burned since April 12 including 115,000 acres in Woodward County, home of the ranch. Most of the fires have not been contained as of Friday.
Friday:
9 a.m.: Wagon Train-ranch trial ride continues, ride into Pelham Park about 4 p.m.
6 to 8 p.m.: Sip and Stroll, downtown Bowie, corner of Tarrant and Mason, purchase a wine glass from Bowie Community Development and visit the participating merchants for wine tastes, munchies and sales.
Saturday:
9 a.m.: Western parade through downtown
11 a.m., 12:30 a.m.: Wild west mounted shooters, rodeo arena
12:30-1p.m.: Parade returns to Pelham Park
12:30 and. 2 p.m.: Stick horse races
1:30 p.m.: Celebrity goat milking
3 p.m.: Teamster rodeo, rodeo arena
7 p.m.: Cowboy Ball, Bowie Community Center, $15. Western dress encouraged.
10 a.m., Sunday: Cowboy Church. Bowie Community Center.
Call 872-1173 at the chamber for any questions.
COUNTY LIFE
Nocona American Legion Post hosting Family Fun Day
Members of the American Legion Post in Nocona are planning a free Family Fun Day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on June 27 at the post home at 801 W. U.S. Highway 82.
Bring the entire family out to enjoy a bounce house, dunk tank, dart throw, temporary tattoos, balloon toss, plus hot dogs and hamburgers. Kiddos will need an adult with them.
Donations are always welcome, sponsored by American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary and Sons of the American Legion.
COUNTY LIFE
Remember to discharge fireworks in legal, safe locations
Fire officials remind residents that fireworks cannot be set off within the city limits of the county’s three incorporated cities of Bowie, Nocona and Saint Jo and violations could lead to a citiation for a Class C misdemeanor carrying a fine of up to $500.
The sale of fireworks runs through midnight on July 4. Fireworks may be discharged out in the country, but be cautious of their use to avoid any wildfire or injury.
In the Bowie area, fireworks may only be legally discharged at Selma Park on Lake Amon G. Carter on July 3 and July 4. Discharge at other times or locations may result in a ticket from city police who patrol the park.
While there is no burn ban on at this time, those using fireworks are urged to exercise caution due to possible wildfires fueled by the dry, windy conditions. Keep water available nearby when using fireworks.
High heat and wind also can create dangerous conditions for fireworks so please exert caution. Those who cause a wildfire can be held liable for any damage or injury.
COUNTY LIFE
Dinosaur traveling museum to visit Bowie
Are you ready to walk among the giants of the prehistoric world?
Bring the whole family to the Bowie Community Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on July 7 for a spectacular, free traveling museum experience.
In this prehistoric museum event get up close with massive dinosaur skulls, incredible fossil replicas, and ancient prehistoric fish and mammals from all over the globe. Hosted by the Friends of the Bowie Public Library, this hands-on exhibit is perfect for future paleontologists of all ages.
The center is located at 413 Pelham Street in Bowie and is completely free and open to the public.This program is made possible in part by a grant from Humanities Texas, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, and The Friends of the Bowie Public Library.
Don’t miss this chance to experience the wonders of earth’s history. For more details on the exhibit, visit Dinosaur George Traveling Museum.
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