COUNTY LIFE
Pandemic stress can impact families, individuals
The COVID-19 pandemic is putting unprecedented stress on people. Here is some information from the National Domestic Violence Hotline Report dated March 16-April 8 provided through Wise Hope Crisis Center.
On the social media site, Facebook, much has been said about the possibility of children being subjected to abuse due to being at home during this pandemic and its quarantine. The National Domestic Violence Hotline organization has put out recent numbers to bear out the truth of that thought:
Between March 1 and April 8, of all the calls the NDVH received, 2,697of those calls cited COVID19 as a factor in the current abuse and/or a barrier to accessing safety.
Staggering, isn’t it? Sad, frustrating, and, most possibly, a deep feeling of helplessness to the average person. However, the truth is, one person can help, is able to make a difference.
If you suspect someone is being hurt, reaching out for help is a much better decision than not reaching out.
If the situation seems potentially dangerous, CALL 911.
If the need is for information, support, and possible safe shelter, call 940-531-4003, 24 hours a day.
Those with questions or concerns about these issues can visit the Wise Hope Crisis Center office in Bowie at 1123 State Highway 59N.
The cast and crew of “A Family Reunion to Die For,” has been busy rehearsing for their murder mystery dinner theater production on May 30 and May 31.
The reunion soon turns sour with murder at a western-style bed and breakfast in the tropics.
Purchase tickets online at https://www.bowieallianceforeducationandthearts.com/events-1.
Show times are 6:30 p.m. on May 30 and May 31 with an afternoon show at noon on May 31 all at the Freedom Life Church. There will be live and silent auction.
All proceeds benefit Montague County students for scholarships in the arts. Come support these thespians.
Top photo – Rehearsals have been underway this past week for the new murder mystery dinner theater of the Bowie Alliance for Education and the Arts. (Photos by Barbara Green)
Speed limit changes are being put in place on FM 103 North of Nocona. The 60-mph zone is being pushed North of Grayson Street.
As part of the transition, the 45-mph speed limit will be extended just North of the Texas New Mexico Power Office. Drivers see 50 mph signs up to Grayson Street where it becomes a 60-mph zone.
Portable message boards were placed on FM 103 on May 27 to advise motorists of the upcoming changes. The new signs will be unveiled and be enforceable starting June 3.
Citizens and officials with the City of Nocona requested the changes. They were approved by the Texas Transportation Commission in April.
Drivers should be prepared to watch and observe these new speed limits signs in Nocona. Drive safely in Montague County.
Top photo – Bowie High’s class of 2025 arrives for the ceremonies. (Photos by Jordan Neal)
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