COUNTY LIFE
Rep. Jackson announces 2022 service academy appointments
WASHINGTON — This week, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) announced that six students received official appointments to U.S. Service Academies after receiving a nomination from him last year.
As a Member of Congress, Jackson can nominate students from TX-13 for appointments to the United States Air Force, Naval, Military (West Point), and Merchant Marine Academies. Jackson can also nominate students from the entire State of Texas to the Merchant Marine Academy.
Jackson said: “Congratulations to these six students who have chosen to take the road less traveled in service to our great country. They’ve made their families, communities, and our whole country proud by dedicating themselves to a cause so much bigger than themselves. I know we all wish nothing but the best for their bright futures at their respective service academies and beyond!”
- Judd Pringle, from Amarillo High School, received an official appointment to the United States Naval Academy. He is the son of James and Julie Pringle.
- Caden Warren, from Seymour High School, received an official appointment to the United States Naval Academy. He is the son of David and Hayley Warren.
- Clay Earp, from Victory Christian Academy, received an official appointment to the United States Military Academy. He is the son of Brandon and Trisha Earp of Bowie.
- Bridon Rosales, from Veritas Press Scholars Academy, received an official appointment to the United States Air Force Academy. He is the son of Alfred and Michaela Rosales. The Rosales, a military family, maintain residency in Wichita Falls.
- John Blocher, from Yorktown High School, received an official appointment to the United States Air Force Academy. He is the son of John and Jamie Blocher. The Blochers, a military family, maintain residency in Wichita Falls.
- Trinity Santasiero, from Cypress Creek High School, received an official appointment to the United States Merchant Marine Academy. She is the daughter of James and Natalie Santasiero.
By BARBARA GREEN
editor@bowienewsonline.com
The staff of Texas Education Agency on Aug. 14 announced the release of 2026 A-F Accountability Ratings for public school systems and campuses across the state.
Almost all of the school districts in the county saw their district ratings increase or remain consistent, along with some of their campuses.
There were 1,202 districts and 9,105 campuses rated in 2026. Some 24% of both districts and campuses increased in rating compared to 2025.
Read the full story and see all the county ratings in your Thursday Bowie News.
2026 state accountability ratings
Bowie Independent School District – B, 80 of 100 points
Elementary/intermediate – C, 74
Junior high – B, 84
High school – B, 86
Bellevue ISD – A, 92
Forestburg ISD – B, 82
Gold-Burg ISD – C, 76
Montague ISD – A, 93
Nocona ISD – B, 86
Elementary – B, 80
Middle school – C, 79
High school – A, 94
Prairie Valley ISD – B, 88
Saint Jo ISD – B, 82
Elementary – D, 66
High school – A, 92
Friends of the Bowie Animal Shelter will host the annual Clear the Shelter event from 8 a.m. to noon on Aug. 22.
The shelter is located at 1508 E. Wise. While this is a nationwide effort to recognize the work of animal shelters, their staff and volunteers, this also is a chance to support their efforts by attending the bake sale, silent auction and food vendors.
Adoptable dogs from the Bowie shelter as well as Easy Street Shelter of Saint Jo, Lucky Paws in Nocona and McCares of Montague will be present.
If your family is considering adopting a pet this would be a great time to visit with the animals and meet the volunteers who can tell you a bit about the animals. Prospective volunteers also are welcome, so ask your questions.
Staff from Cross Timbers Vet will be giving reduced price vaccinations.
There will be a prize drawing at noon for a bounce house and a Turtle Box speaker. Tickets are $5 each for a chance to win either prize. Drawing at noon.
National Weather Service Fort Worth report: We’re closing down the work week with another round of HOT and DRY weather. Much of the area will see an elevated fire weather threat again today! A Heat Advisory remains in effect through 8 pm this evening. More heat headlines likely this weekend and early next week
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