COUNTY LIFE

Bowie Mission Director retires, reception on July 28

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4 years ago

07/23/2022

After 20-plus years leading the Bowie Mission, Director David White has decided to retire effective July 28.
There will be a reception from 2-3 p.m. on July 28 at the mission, located at 201 Greenwood to honor the many years of service David and his wife Connie have given to the mission.
It also will be an opportunity to meet the two new co-directors, Cindy Brewer and Charles Whittmer. Both are longtime volunteers with Brewer the present bookkeeper for the mission.
White has seen many changes in his lengthy tenure at the mission as it served the needs of families at its old location at 114 W. Wise. When that building was condemned in May 2015 and it was determined it would cost too much to repair, the mission had to move out. The team worked diligently to find a new location to continue that work a short time later on Greenwood Street.
White has been a driving force through the years as the mission now owns its building, has a bit of money in the bank and receives support from the Ministerial Alliance of area Churches, which founded the mission. That board gave its approval to the changeover last week. Volunteers continue to be the life’s blood of the mission, as it relies on donations from citizens and business and the support of local churches.

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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.