COUNTY LIFE

Daughter shares her mother’s new battle with breast cancer

Published

8 years ago

06/09/2018

This personal story was submitted by Haley Owen, daughter of Lynn and Chuck Hall of Bowie. Lynn has been diagnosed with a recurrence of breast cancer she was treated for two years ago. Lynn Hall works at the elementary school as the 504/Rtl coordinator and her husband, Chuck, is the girl’s high school basketball coach.
By Haley Hall Owen
Selfless, loving, and giving are just a few of the words I can think of to describe my mom, Lynn Hall. Growing up with her as a mother, I was never shorted on time, support or praise. This is no surprise to all who know her.
My mom has always, and continues to, put others before herself, and I have always admired her for that. During the last three years I have watched my mom exemplify a new set of terms in dealing with her cancer journey.
Courageous, inspiring, and tough are some of the new titles my mom has gained while still managing to maintain her caring nature and continually putting others before herself. She is no less than a hero and dealt with her battle with grace, ultimately earning her the title of survivor.

In August 2015, my mom found a mass in her breast that eventually led to a diagnosis of Invasive Ductal Carcinoma, breast cancer. Hearing the “C” word associated with a parent is a scary thing that, unfortunately, too many can relate to.
I remember a sinking, heavy feeling and questions of “why her,” “why now,” and “what’s next?” What followed was a double mastectomy, breast reconstruction and several months of chemotherapy. Family, friends, colleagues, and communities rallied around my mom, giving her the strength and support she needed throughout her journey.
She documented her story on Facebook, and I remember every post received hundreds of likes and comments.
Although a small gesture, it meant so much to know that so many were praying for her. We saw “Team Hall” shirts everywhere we went. It was such an encouragement during the hard times.
In March 2016, Mom wrapped up her last chemo treatment, and we were all ready to put the “C” word behind us for good. She was cancer free.
In March of this year, roughly two years after what should have been the end of her cancer journey, the doctor spotted something questionable on a routine sonogram. Initially, he wanted to wait and watch, assuring her that it was nothing to worry about, but mom’s gut told her to request a biopsy.

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The Chuck and Lynn Hall family. (Courtesy photo)

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Adoption, foster care resource fair on Nov. 14 in Bowie

Published

2 days ago

11/12/2026

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In recognition of National Adoption Awareness Month this November, Texas Community Counseling and the Heart Gallery of Northwest Texas are partnering to bring resources to Montague County families.
The two organizations will host an adoption, foster care and kinship care resource fair on Nov. 14 at the United Presbyterian Church of Montague County Fellowship Hall, located at 300 W. Nelson St. in Bowie.
The resource fair will run from 10 a.m. to noon, bringing together local agencies and service providers to answer questions and share information about support available within the county.

Read the full story in the Thursday Bowie News.

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Rolling bus tour to visit southwest corner of the county

Published

2 days ago

11/12/2026

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Members of the Montague County Historical Commission invite the community to join them on Nov. 14 for a Rolling Bus Tour.
This tour will cover the cemeteries in the south west corner of Montague County. You will have the opportunity to stroll through some of the cemeteries, others the bus will stop and Commission member Calvin Durham will tell the history of the cemetery.
The bus tour will meet at the Old Jail in Montague at 9 a.m. and return at approximately 3 p.m. The tour will include a sack lunch, a brochure of each cemetery visited and a book “This Soil will Grow Grapes” written by Melvin Fenoglio.
The cost of the tour is $20 for adults. There is no charge for children under 12. The commission members strive to preserve the history of the county and to share as much of it as possible with our citizens. You can RSVP by calling 940-841-2674 or 940-872-1007. Please leave a message with your name if there is no answer.

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Nationwide emergency alert system test on Nov. 17

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2 days ago

11/12/2026

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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System at 1:20 p.m. on Nov. 17.
FEMA’s emergency alert system is a national public warning system made up of thousands of radio, TV, cable and satellite and wireline video providers. Through the EAS, the President can address the American people or share life-saving information with the public during a national emergency.
FEMA is required by law to conduct a nationwide test of the public alert and warning system at least once every three years. These tests allow FEMA to identify technical or operational issues before the system is needed during an actual emergency.
FEMA and the FCC are sharing the test date in advance because it is important the public understands what to expect on the day of the test.
At approximately 1:20 p.m. (Central time), on Nov. 17, all the electronics providers will interrupt normal programming to relay a test message.
This message will state: This is a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System, issued by the Federal Emergency management Agency, covering the United States from 1:20 to 1:50 p.m. This is only a test. No action is required by the public.”
When the test is concluded, normal programming will resume.
FEMA and the FCC are coordinating with stakeholders, including participating communications providers as well as federal, state, tribal and territorial agencies to prepare for and conduct the test.