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Locals ready ‘Back the Blue’ event for July 21

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6 years ago

07/15/2020

Local residents are invited to take part in a “Back the Blue” event on July 21 in Bowie.
Organizers said the event is two-fold providing an opportunity to show support to the members of the Bowie Police Department, but also to allow residents to meet the officers and open up better lines of communication.
Funds raised from the evening will be donated to the department to use for equipment or training that may not be budgeted or to assist in the event an officer is injured or killed
Back the Blue will be from 6-8 p.m. on July 21 at the finance building parking lot at 303 N. Mason.
The evening opens with a prayer and comments from Pastor John Little of Victory Church, who also serves as police department chaplain. Mayor Gaylynn Burris will begin a welcome.
Chief Guy Green will be introduced and the officers will be recognized. Chase the Police Dog from Paw Patrol also will attend to meet the children.
Dillon Steen, one of the event organizers, said all Bowie citizens and businesses are encouraged to put out blue ribbons on their homes, businesses and cars as a symbol of support for the police.
Jason Love is providing chopped barbecue sandwiches and chips for sale with a portion going to the police fund. Other goodies will be offered during the evening.

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Tribute to the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks

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1 week ago

09/10/2026

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Inside today find a special section Remembering 9/11 on the 25th anniversary of this pivotal day in America’s history.

This section provides an hour by hour account of that day to inform those who may not familiar with the details. We pay tribute to all those who faced the attacks and helped save those in danger from all walks of life. May this tribute remind you of all America lost that day and how the country moved forward.

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Art of the Song adds youth art events

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2 weeks ago

09/03/2026

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Area young people from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade are invited to take part in the Art of the Song Young Visual and Performing Arts Exhibition on Oct. 10 during the annual music festival in Nocona.
Entry is free and artists may enter up to three pieces of artwork. One entry must be music-related, while the other two can be any art medium or genre. Drop-off artwork from noon to 6 p.m. on Oct. 7 at 103 Clay Street.
Art will be displayed starting at 10 a.m. on Oct. 10. Those with questions may call R. Marie Molsbee, 940-887-0165 or horse.power.ranch.nocona@gmail.com.
The performing arts portion will be at Bitters & Sweets, 206 Clay Street. If you have a child who loves to sing, dance or play an instrument or perform? Let them share their talents in a performance at the Art of the Song.
Those interested in the performing arts program may contact Carla at 940-765-5619 or carlad@bittersandsweetsbar.com.

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Tales ‘N’ Trails board readies annual fundraiser

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2 weeks ago

09/03/2026

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The staff, board of directors and volunteers of Tales ‘N’ Trails Museum are making plans for the group’s major fundraiser, “Shebang” on Sept. 26.
This year Shebang will join in all the celebrations for America’s 250th birthday.
Mark your calendar when the doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $50 per person and $350 for a table of eight. Shebang takes place in the H.J. Justin Building at 100 Clay Street.
The evening will feature a dinner prepared by local chefs, fun games where you could win a prize, live and silent auctions, plus the popular bucket auction where you never know who will win. A new menu is being served that will feature prime rib, roasted sweet potatoes, hominy casserole, broccoli salad and strawberry shortcake.
Reservations are being taken now, just call the museum at 825-5330. Proceeds from the Shebang help pay for annual operating costs of the museum. Call 825-5330 to purchase tickets, also visit the website at talesntrails.org to see auction items and learn more about the museum.