COUNTY LIFE
Nocona Triennial planning begins
Nocona High School is preparing its triennial homecoming celebration for Sept. 13.
Gloria S. Foster, president of the Nocona Ex-Students’ Association, encourages all graduates to mark their calendar now.
The honored golden classes are: 1967, 1968 and 1969. The ex-students will be ushering out the 1960s decade in a big way.
The theme for the parade of classes on Sept. 14 will be: Movies which were made in Texas or have Texas in its title. “Get those creative juices flowing to fabricate a fabulous float,” said Foster.
Nominations are now open for inductees into the Hall of Honor, accepted through May 31. The following criteria must be used in submitting nominations:
• The honoree must have attended Nocona High School
• The honoree must have received state-wide or national recognition/achievement in:
• His/her chosen profession
• His/her contribution to the betterment of humanity
• An act of courage or bravery in the service of his/her country
The NESA committee will vote on the nominees. The decision of the committee will be final and kept secret until the presentation on Sept. 14 at the Triennial Homecoming’s Golden Classes’ program.
Submit the nomination information in biographical form to: Hobie Meekins, 107 Monroe Street, Nocona, TX 76255.
Once again it’s time for the Free Comic Book Day Mini-Con at the Bowie Public Library on May 2.
What began several years ago as a free comic book day has grown into a full day of fun activities for the entire family centered around comics, video games, cosplayers and other creatives.
It is organized by the Bowie TX Freakz & Geeks and the Bowie Public Library. Activities run 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the library located at 301 Walnut.
There will be free comic books to kick start or expand your collection, an epic video game high score tournament, costume contest for cosplayers of all levels, raffles swag giveaways and exclusive goodies. Unique vendors also will be on hand with special guests. Bowie TX Freakz & Geeks is a local discord group on a mission to bring nerd culture and a better connection to the area and surrounding communities. Find group on Facebook. Share your passions that may be anime, art, comics, gaming, or movies.
Entries are now open for the 2026 Miss Jim Bowie Days Pageant with a deadline of May 31 to enter.
This contest is a longstanding tradition during Jim Bowie Days giving young women an opportunity to represent the community, promote rodeo and carry on a legacy building character, integrity and western heritage.
The pageant include two age divisions: Miss Jim Bowie, age 14-21 (as of June 1, 2026) and Little Miss Jim Bowie Days, ages 6-13 (as of June 1, 2026). Entry deadline is 11:59 p.m. on May 31. All applications, fees and required materials must be submitted by this time.
Applications and information is available at jimbowiedays.com, click Miss Jim Bowie Days.
There is an optional orientation meet at 6 p.m. on May 31 at the Bowie Community Center. It is strongly recommended contestants and parents attend this meeting.
Read more on this story in the Thursday Bowie News.
Pictured – Rodeo royals from 2025 competition. Bowie News file photo
Nocona’s Robert Fenoglio (Center) stands with his family after he received the Ed Wright Community Service Award during the North Central Texas College Foundation Starlite Gala. The award honors service and dedication to one’s community and supporting education. (Top photo)
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