COUNTY LIFE
Community job fair April 22
North Central Texas College Bowie Campus will be the hub of job opportunities from 9 to 11 a.m. on April 22 with a Community Job Fair.
The event is hosted by North Central Texas College, Bowie Chamber of Commerce, Nocona Chamber of Commerce and Workforce Solutions of North Texas.
Those employers participating thus far are Solaris Hospice, RiverStar Casino, WL Plastics, Advanced Rehab and Healthcare, and Fastenal.
This event is free to the public. The NCTC-Bowie campus is located at 810 South Mill Street. More information on the campus can be found: Bowie Campus — North Central Texas College (nctc.edu).
“We are very excited to be working together on this job fair,” said Debbie Herriage, Bowie Chamber membership director. “We have so many members looking to hire. This is a great chance to not only show off our wonderful facilities at the NCTC Bowie Campus but to also network for our community, city, and county.”
At the job fair, there will be opportunities for employment seekers such as having resumes reviewed, application assistance and visits with local employers. This career and technical education and workforce product was funded by the U.S. Department of Education 2021-2022 Carl D. Perkins Grant awarded to North Central Texas College.
The Ray Walker Memorial VFW Post #8558 will host a Memorial Day service at 11 a.m. on May 26, 100 Baylor Street in Nocona.
The public is invited to attend to celebrate this special holiday to remember those who were killed in service.
Later in the day attend the fundraiser barbecue rib dinner at the Nocona Senior Citizen’s Center. Cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children. Enjoy ribs, french fries, beans, cole slaw, dessert and iced tea. Proceeds benefit the center and the Meals on Wheels program of Nocona.
Veterans eat free. Meal prepared by the award winning Nocona High School barbecue team.
Five Montague County high schools will graduate in ceremonies May 23 and May 24.
Make sure to see the 2025 Graduation Keepsake Section in the May 22 edition of The Bowie News. It is the only one to feature seniors from all seven of the area schools including Bowie, Bellevue, Gold-Burg, Forestburg, Nocona, Prairie Valley and Saint Jo.
Bowie High School
The Jackrabbits walk the stage at 8 p.m. on May 23 in Jackrabbit Stadium. Teacher Tabitha Jones was selected by the students to be the speaker.
Seniors Virginia Watson and Boston Farris will pass the mantle of leadership to the junior class represented by Laney Enlow and Hayden Heugatter. Superintendent Blake Enlow will present diplomas.
Read the full story in the Thursday Bowie News.
All members of the Tales ‘N’ Trails Museum or those interested in learning more about Montague County’s largest museum are invited to attend the annual membership meeting at 2 p.m. on May 31.
There will be a short business meeting to elect new directors afterwhich Dr. Sergio Ayala will discuss the museum’s newest archaeological exhibit. He also will conduct, “What’s Your Point?” where guests are invited to bring in artifacts for Dr. Ayala to examine.
All membership are due in May and there are several levels from which to chose starting at $35 a year. TNT is supported by its members along with donations, fundraising and grants. The museum celebrates its 15th years showcasing Montague County’s unique history.
The museum is located at 1522 E. U.S. Highway 82 in Nocona. Call 825-5330 with questions.
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