COUNTY LIFE
Nocona barber ready to take on CC leadership
By BARBARA GREEN
editor@bowienewsonline.com
When Emory Roden and his wife Dr. Kelly moved to Nocona in 2019 and he set out his barber pole for his new shop, it only seemed natural to him to approach the chamber of commerce.
The young businessman will be introduced as the new president of the Nocona Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors during the annual banquet Tuesday night. See the related story on page 4A.
Back in his hometown of Ralls, TX Roden had been active in the chamber and also served on the city council. The 34-year-old worked as a mechanic but he also grew up in his grandpa’s barber shop learning how to cut hair.
He recalls he and his brother, who was three years older, always talked about going into a shop together, and his sibling did just that in their home town cutting hair 10 years before he was fully licensed. His brother’s unexpected death in 2016 occurred just before Emory and Kelly moved to Lindale.
The Rodens met while they were in college and married in 2015. Both grew up in small towns so they knew that was the lifestyle they wanted for their future family. Dr. Kelly earned her doctorate of medicine in 2016 from Texas Tech and began work in emergency care, before being recruited by Nocona General Hospital for family medicine in fall 2019.
Emory had been “twisting wrenches for Firestone,” not making that much money and virtually no benefits. He still had aspirations to cut hair and have his own business, so the time seemed right when they came to Nocona. Kelly encouraged him and he began studying for his license, which takes about 1,500 hours of study.
Roden’s Barber Shop opened up a short time after they made the move to Nocona, and he has been enjoying getting to know his new home.
Read the full feature in your weekend Bowie News.
NOCONA CHAMBER BANQUET
The Nocona Chamber of Commerce celebrates its past year with the Boots and Bling banquet on Aug. 29 at the H.J. Justin Building.
As of Thursday there were tickets still available for $20 or $25 at the door. This annual event honors the work of community leaders and chamber leaders. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the dinner and program 6-8 p.m. Anyone is welcome to attend.
The banquet will feature live music and barbecue prepared by the awarding winning Nocona High School barbecue team. Guest speaker is Carol Lipscomb author of “The Lady Makes Boots.”
Awards will be presented to Citizen of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, Volunteer Organization of the Year and Business of the Year. The final award goes to the best decorated table winner. Those who wish to purchase a ticket may call 940-825-3536.
Officers for the board will be: Emory Roden, president; Jason Castle, vice president; Bob Taylor, treasurer; Donna Lemons, secretary and Emily Carminati, director. Board members are: Amber Harper, Becky Fenoglio-Hankamer, Carol Cecil, Corissa Miller, Glenda Womble, Jana Staley, Jodi Womble, Michelle Fenoglio, Mitzi Fenoglio and Susie Grant.
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Spring has sprung and it is time to nominate top yards from your neighborhood to be considered for The Bowie News Yard of the Month. Top yard honors will be given for April, May and June.
The first award will be made for April and nominations may be submitted through May 1. The winner will be announced in the May 8 edition of The Bowie News.
Call the Bowie News office at 940-872-2247 or email it to editor@bowienewsonline.com. Please include the address and name of the resident if you know it or a contact phone number for the nominee. Sponsored by The Bowie News and Beautify Our Bowie, the contest winner gets to show off the brightly colored Yard of the Month sign in their yard during the month. A winner will be named for April, May and June.
The names of nominees may be submitted more than once throughout the contest if they are not a winner. Winners from last season will not be considered to allow for others to have an opportunity to participate.
Independent judges, which include experienced gardeners and some master gardeners, will tour the properties inside the city limits and submit their winning choice. This contest will recognize a beautiful yard which is not necessarily the most fancy or elaborate, but one that shows care and upkeep in their neighborhood.
The goal is to encourage all residents to keep their properties clean and looking nice for everyone to enjoy.
Criteria will include ongoing maintenance of the landscaping and the yard. The yard needs to be clean and free of trash, junk or other unsightly objects. Grass and shrubs need to be maintained at reasonable levels. Hardscape also will be considered.
Landscaping also will be considered, but should include not only annuals for the season, but permanent items such as shrubs or vines or decorative structures like a gazebo or benches.
The Bowie Business Boost returns with a two-part workshop to take your business to the next level of effectiveness and profitability using AI.
Attend this “AI Made Simple Workshop: Conquer the Tech Chaos and Win Fast” planned for May 24 and May 8. These will be breakfast programs from 7:30 to 10 a.m. The program will be from 8 to 9:30 a.m. with questions and answers to follow. Breakfast will be served 7:30 to 8 a.m.
The programs will be at the Bowie Community Center-west hall. Registration is $20 which includes both sessions. Registration is transferrable. Register at accelerationbydesign.com/event-details/bowiebusinessboost25.
Bring your laptop or iPad for hands-on training is highly recommended. These programs are hosted by the Business Partners, Bowie Economic Development Coalition, Type A and Type B, Bowie Community Development and Bowie Chamber of Commerce.
In session one on April 24 discover what artificial intelligence really is, why it matters and how to uses it – hands on – to save time today. In session two on May 8 master simple tricks to boost your business, from content to customer wins, in just minutes.
Join Steve Brown, a StoryBrand Certified Guide and AI expert with more than 14 years of turning challenges into wins. Brown will cut through the noise and get your winning with AI-fast.
Brown is a growth strategist and thought leadership producer. The founder of ROI Online, Brown helps business leaders see around the corner and turn challenges into quick wins. He is the best-selling author of “The Golden Toilet,” and host of the ROI Online Podcast.
Through the ROI Spotlight Studio he produces weekly livestreams and podcasts that capture your expertise and cement you as the industry authority you’re meant to be. Through his AI Made Simple Workshop you’ll conquer the AI-driven future, confidently leading your team and winning over customers like never before.
As Easter nears, there are plans underway for Easter egg hunts in Bowie.
Advanced Rehabilitation will host an egg hunt at 5 p.m. April 17 at the home at 700 W. U.S. Highway 287 South. It is open to youngsters ages 0-12.
There also will be Easter bunny photos.
Lighthouse Church continues its tradition of hosting the Bowie Egg Hunt on April 19 at the Bowie soccer fields. The hunts start at 11 a.m. with candy, prizes, eggs and fun. There will be a special appearance by the Easter Bunny. Bring your own basket.
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