COUNTY LIFE
Nocona Library readies children’s programs
Friends of the Nocona Public Library will host a pair of programs as part of the children’s summer reading activities through July 25.
These programs will be at 10 a.m. July 11 and July 25, both at the H.J. Justin Building at 100 Clay. On July 11, professional storyteller Ceedee Cornish will offer a program and all ages are welcomed.
Then on July 25 the program is “Color Your World,” where the children will enjoy a story, painting and receive their end of season awards for their reading logs.
There is a weekly summer reading event at the library from noon to 1 p.m. each Monday through July 25. Youth grades one-five are invited to bring their lunch and take part in reading adventures. Call the library to register or with questions, at 825-6373.
Ollie Gaston is the 2026 winner of the Bowie Education Foundation four-year scholarship.
Gaston is the daughter of Kassidy Gaston and the late Ira Gaston. She will receive a $32,000 scholarship paid out at $4,000 a semester across four years. The recipient plans on pursuing a career in radiology.
First runner-up was Caysen Latham, who receives a $16,000 scholarship ($2,000 a semester across four years). Heidi Siebert is second runner-up receiving $5,000 in a one-time payment scholarship.
Read the full story in Thursday’s Bowie News.
Let’s celebrate all the Montague County and Bellevue graduates as they are showcased in this special section, the one one in the area to feature every senior. Congratulations too the graduates and make sure to share your selfies and family candid photos on our Facebook page.
Five Montague County high schools will present their seniors with diplomas during ceremonies on their campuses.
Meet the valedictorian and salutatorian from each school in today’s Bowie News. Also inside the edition find the Graduation Keepsake Section featuring photos of seniors from every county school and Bellevue.
Bowie High School
Graduation for the 2026 class of Jackrabbits will be at 8 p.m. on May 22 at the high school stadium.
Read the full story and meet all these honor graduates in your Thursday Bowie News.
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