NEWS

Fake tax lien letters prompt comptroller warning

Published

2 years ago

01/31/2024

Some taxpayers have received fraudulent letters claiming the state of Texas will seize their assets and property for unpaid taxes unless payment is made within seven days. These illegitimate letters did not originate from the Texas Comptroller’s office.
For years, criminals have used aggressive and threatening scam faxes, letters and phone calls impersonating state agencies. The comptroller’s staff reports the criminals demand immediate payment, often via a specific payment method, and threaten to seize assets and property or significantly increase the liability if you fail to pay or provide sensitive personal information.

Read the full story in the mid-week Bowie News.

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State tennis champs celebrated with “Victory Lap”

Published

4 hours ago

05/13/2026

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The Bowie community came out Wednesday afternoon to celebrate the 3A state tennis doubles team of Heidi and Willow Siebert with a “victory lap” parade through downtown Bowie. The Mighty Marching Maroon, Steppers and Bowie fire and police participated in the celebration. The winning team was all smiles waving to folks along the route especially those who held signs for the champions. (Photos by Barbara Green)

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Saint Jo City Council set to meet

Published

1 day ago

05/12/2026

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The Saint Jo City Council will meet at 6 p.m. on May 13 in regular session.
Items on the agenda include:
Appointment and approval of a fire marshal for the city.
Discuss support for Councilman Jack Dunn’s proposition to petition for additional sales tax revenue from the state for infrastructure purposes.
Consider dates for the 2026-27 budget workshop and ordinance workshop.
Approve minutes and monthly financials.