COUNTY LIFE
County tax office, district clerk close public access
As restrictions continue to tighten stemming from COVID-19, two Montague County government offices have restricted public access to their offices.
Both elected officials report the precautionary actions to modify services are necessary to protect the public and aid in stopping the spread of the coronavirus, as well as protect the staff.
Montague County Tax Assessor-Collector Kathy Phillips has closed her office to in-person transactions and also closed the drive-up window. Many of the vehicle registrations services and tax payments may be made online or mailed. Call 894-3601 with questions or check the county webpage where further stipulations can be seen: county.montague.tx.us.
District Clerk Lesia Darden said effective March 24 the clerk’s office will temporarily suspend face-to-face contact with walk-in customers. The staff will continue to work answer phones and processing e-filings. Those who wish to call may do so at 894-2571.
As a reminder in 97th District Court all jury trials have been canceled through May. Most court dates in March were canceled but call the office or the court coordinator at 894-2066 if you are uncertain.
Darden said submit court costs and fine payments by mail. The office accepts cashier’s checks and money orders. Include your cause number on the payment and mail it to District Clerk, P.O. Box 155, Montague, TX 76251.
Email any requests for copies to mdc97@windstream.net. For Pro Se Litigants if you need to file documents call the office to make an appointment. These meetings are restricted to only the party or parties involved, and no one under the age of 18.
Members of the Saint Jo City Council will meet in regular session beginning at 6 p.m. on June 17 in the Saint Jo Civic Center.
Items on the agenda include the following: Public comments, discuss and approve the proposed 2026-2027 budget of the Montague County Tax Appraisal District; call the 2026 municipal election; consider resolution to apply for grants for water infrastructure through Corlett, Probst, Boyd; review minutes and monthly financials and reports from committee and department heads.
Members of the Montague 4-H STEM Club shot off basic rockets as they were sent skyward on May 30. Each youngster had packed their own rocket, went through safety meetings and then set up their rocket for lift-off. Club Coordinators Tammie and Pete Rohde made sure all the safety protocols were followed by all the youngsters saw their rocket fly skyward before they ran to retrieve them to pack for a second go. See more photos in Thursday’s Bowie News. (News photo by Barbara Green)
(News photo by Barbara Green)
The Bellevue Ex-Student’s annual reunion will be on June 13 at the high school gym.
Events will begin at 9:30 a.m. with coffee and donuts after registration. Visitation will continued until the scheduled events of the day.
Lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. by the FFA Alumni at a cost of $15, The reunion is the school gym which is currently receiving a make-over.
The Wall of Honor ceremonies will introduce and place this year’s new inductees on the wall. Other activities including door prizes, drawings and auction of several items including two baseball gloves and other memorabilia, adding to a fun-filled day.
Association members will conduct a short business meeting and recipients of the Ex-Student scholarships for 2026 will be recognized. Empty desks and class roll attendees also will be acknowledged.
All persons who have ever attended Bellevue high School and their families are invited to attend. All funds raised will go to the scholarship awarded in 2027 for Bellevue seniors.
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